“Zhao Wenquan? You actually managed to draw him out.”
“As expected of CEO Zhao. He speaks much more steadily. Unlike certain people in this group who only know how to flatter Ye Feng.”
“Young Master Ye, why not give CEO Zhao some face? Zhang Zehao is just a fool. I can find someone to deal with him for you.”
Zhao Wenquan was a key figure in the Zhao family, one of the Four Great Families of Jinling.
His appearance also brought out many silent onlookers. Almost all of them had business dealings with the Zhao family.
As for the Ye family, they had little connection.
Those supporting Ye Feng and those backing Zhao Wenquan began to “exchange views.”
The atmosphere was relatively civil, and the topic revolved around whether Zhang Zehao should be let off.
“@Zhao Wenquan.”
“You sure like sticking your nose into things. What does this have to do with you? You think I’m giving you face?”
“If the Ye family wants to crush the Zhang family, it’s like stepping on an ant.”
“And who do you think you are, Zhao? You think you’re qualified to tell me to calm down?”
As soon as Ye Feng’s message was sent, the entire group fell silent.
Good grief. Young Master Ye had even lashed out at Zhao Wenquan, who was trying to mediate.
Zhao Wenquan: “…”
“My apologies for interrupting.”
After a long while, Zhao Wenquan finally replied with two messages.
Everyone guessed he must be extremely frustrated. In his entire life, he had probably never been spoken to like that.
But whether he accepted it or not, there was nothing he could do. Although Zhao Wenquan held real power in the Zhao family, the Zhao family was still a tier below the Ye family.
Moreover, Ye Feng was the only son of the Ye family. When it came to mobilizing family resources, he undoubtedly had more authority than Zhao Wenquan.
Soon, Zhao Wenquan went silent.
Even his supporters completely quieted down. Who in their right mind would provoke the Ye family for no reason?
They weren’t fools like Zhang Zehao.
Inside the car.
Ye Feng put down his phone. Liu Wenbao, sitting beside him, asked, “Young Master Ye, where are we heading next? If we’re going to Zhang’s Apparel, I’ll call a few more people to be safe.”
“Go there for what? To beat Zhang Zehao up?”
Ye Feng glanced at him. If he really wanted to beat him, he could go alone. If Zhang Zehao dared to fight back, Ye Feng would write his name backward.
But clearly, what Ye Feng wanted was not just to beat him.
In the group chat earlier, Ye Feng appeared to be targeting Zhang Zehao, but in reality, he was sending a message to the elites of Jinling.
The Zhang family had provoked the Ye family.
Under normal circumstances, if the Ye family suddenly entered the clothing market to seize market share, they would definitely face resistance.
Whether openly or behind the scenes.
But now it was different. Ye Feng was clearly acting under the banner of retaliating against the Zhang family.
This was a power play he had learned after mastering “Business Proficiency.”
Liu Wenbao looked at Ye Feng with surprise. This was nothing like the Young Master Ye he used to know.
In the past, Ye Feng would have immediately found someone to strike back.
Now, not only had he become calculating, but his ambitions were much greater.
What he wanted was likely to enter the clothing market and take over the Zhang family’s share.
However, the Zhang family controlled sixty percent of Jinling’s clothing market. It would not be easy to seize.
Still, whether he succeeded or failed, it would be enough to give the Zhang family a severe headache.
Zhang’s Apparel Headquarters.
In the office, Zhao Wenquan put down his phone and removed his glasses. He was a man in his early forties.
He spoke earnestly, “Young Master Zhang, you’re in serious trouble. Ye Feng likely won’t let this go.”
“Heh, does he want to fight with brains or fists?”
Zhang Zehao looked dismissive. Outside the door stood rows of bodyguards, about fifty in total.
“If Ye Feng wants to use force, I’ve got this many bodyguards. Why would I fear him?”
“Even if I don’t dare hit Ye Feng, CEO Zhao, do you think Ye Feng can even reach me?”
“If he wants to play it smart, then fine. Tell me how. Zhang’s Apparel has nothing to do with the Ye family.”
“If he tries to use the Ye family’s influence to impose economic sanctions on the Zhang family, it’ll only be temporary. In the end, the Ye family will damage its own prestige. For the Zhang family, it might even be a blessing in disguise.”
“Besides, if the Zhang family really can’t compete with the Ye family, don’t we still have the Zhao family backing us?”
Zhang Zehao said with a smile.
Not long ago, to expand into other industries, the Zhang family had signed a strategic cooperation agreement with the Zhao family.
The Zhao family promised to open financial channels and help the Zhang family make money. In return, Zhang’s Apparel had to give up ten percent of its market share to the Zhao family.
That was why Zhang Zehao had the confidence to defy Ye Feng.
And why he dared to retaliate against that woman, Gu Yunxiang.
“Young Master Zhang, what you say makes sense. But Ye Feng is the only son of the Ye family. He acts without restraint. If he’s serious, you must be careful.”
“The family sent me to negotiate cooperation, but you know my authority in the Zhao family is limited. The resources I can mobilize are also limited.”
“If anything happens, it’s best to contact our young master.”
Zhao Wenquan said calmly. He had seen many storms in his life. To be honest, he did not think highly of a playboy like Zhang Zehao.
After all, he was not Ye Feng, who had the vast backing of the Ye family.
But ten percent of Zhang’s Apparel’s market share was quite attractive, and his elder brother valued it greatly.
That was why Zhao Wenquan offered this reminder.
“Don’t worry, CEO Zhao. I just called Young Master Zhao recently. He’ll return to Jinling tomorrow.”
“I’ll personally give him a grand welcome.”
Zhang Zehao said with a grin. The Zhang family had paid a heavy price to curry favor with the Zhao family. Naturally, he had to please their future successor.
Moreover, if he could secure Young Master Zhao’s support, he would gain extra leverage when Ye Feng retaliated.
Did Ye Feng really think that just because he had the Ye family backing him, he could do whatever he wanted?
…
“Young Master Chen, we just had afternoon tea today. Now you’re calling me out for drinks again. What’s going on?”
At eight in the evening, at Mingguang Grand Hotel, Chen Zixun was hosting a dinner.
“Young Master Ye, didn’t you ask me to find a client for sister-in-law?”
Chen Zixun stood up to greet him and smiled as he gestured to a slightly balding middle-aged man beside him. “This is CEO Li Yonghua from Jiangbei. He just arrived.”
“CEO Ye, I’ve heard much about you.”
Li Yonghua smiled warmly and picked up a contract from the table, walking over. “Young Master Chen told me about your situation. Our company is about to launch a new batch of clothing. As for design, we trust Young Master Ye’s woman.”
“Young Master Ye, CEO Li’s clothing business in Jiangbei isn’t any worse than the Zhang family’s.”
“I handled this matter seriously for you.”
Chen Zixun added with a grin.
“Clothing design is a small matter.”
Ye Feng remained composed. He casually set the contract aside and said, “Since CEO Li is here today, let’s discuss something bigger.”
“Something bigger?”
Li Yonghua and Chen Zixun were both stunned. Ye Feng had not mentioned this before.
“Jiangbei also has powerful families, and the market shares there are mostly occupied, aren’t they?”
Ye Feng smiled slightly and said seriously, “CEO Li, are you interested in entering the Jinling clothing market?”