chapter 9 Leo Sun’s test

"Mr. Su, you really have a strong presence!" Leo Sun made a sarcastic remark, saying, "From what I know, isn't this Barry Ye someone who's been with you for a long time? Now, just to please your friends, you're firing a loyal employee who has worked for Hua Feng Pharmaceutical for years. I am truly enlightened by your actions!"
Gary Su's face darkened. "Mr. Sun, this is an internal matter of Hua Feng Pharmaceutical, and it doesn't concern you, does it?"
The two men locked eyes, and it felt like there were crackling sparks in the air, making the atmosphere tense.
"Mr. Sun is here..."
"This situation is going to get troublesome!"
"When immortals fight, mortals suffer. Let's keep our distance!"
The surrounding guests had their expressions change slightly and instinctively took a couple of steps back.
As the saying goes, people in the same business are often at odds. The Sun family and the Su family had long-standing grievances, and in earlier years, they restrained themselves from taking extreme actions. Even if there were disagreements, they remained within manageable limits.
However, recently, Su family had developed a new drug that received high praise upon release, greatly impacting the Sun family's interests.
The meat that was almost in their mouths was taken away, and the Sun family naturally couldn't accept it. They began targeting the Su family in various ways.
Now, Leo Sun had stepped forward with provocative words. If it weren't for the occasion, he might have even resorted to physical confrontation.
"It is indeed an internal matter of your Hua Feng Pharmaceutical," Leo Sun sneered. "However, valuable assets are hard to come by. If you don't want Barry Ye, I'm more than willing to take him under my wing. Thanks to Mr. Su for facilitating this."
Leo Sun didn't care about Barry Ye at all.
Gary Su's decision to fire long-standing employees would undoubtedly have negative consequences and tarnish his reputation.
Meanwhile, Leo Sun was portraying himself as the magnanimous one, benefiting from a positive image as he simultaneously undermined Hua Feng Pharmaceutical. This maneuver was a win-win for him.
"He's just a two-faced opportunist. You can have him if you want, but let me remind you, Mr. Sun, be careful with him. Once you take in this dog, you might not be able to tame him!"
Gary Su's expression turned slightly cold, clearly displeased.
"Don't worry about it, Mr. Su," Leo Sun replied with a smile and extended his hand. One of his subordinates promptly handed him a cigar.
"In the Sun family, we certainly know how to train dogs better than your Su family."
Gary Su snorted and was about to leave with Alexander Xu, but to his surprise, Leo Sun discreetly blocked their path.
"Leo Sun, what are you trying to do?"
"Mr. Su, no need to be so nervous."
Seeing Gary Su's reaction, Leo Sun's smile widened, and he turned to look at Alexander Xu with narrowed eyes.
"Young man, I'm Leo Sun. May I ask for your name?"
He was exceedingly polite, even carrying a hint of goodwill in his tone.
As a long-standing rival of the Su family, Leo Sun naturally knew Gary Su well.
When had this high and mighty guy ever been this polite to someone else?
Despite Alexander Xu's young age, he wasn't as simple as he appeared on the surface.
Seeing him directing his attention toward Alexander Xu, Gary Su's expression subtly changed. He might not care about Barry Ye, but he couldn't disregard Alexander Xu.
Alexander Xu, who had mastered acupuncture and received praise from Director Li, could bring great benefits to the Su family and even elevate it further.
Without exaggeration, despite their brief encounter, Alexander Xu had an irreplaceable place in Gary Su's heart.
Now, Leo Sun was trying to snatch him away!
Gary Su thought he had endured enough, and he muttered silently, calling Leo Sun a sly fox in his heart. He stepped forward to block Alexander Xu from Leo Sun.
"I'm just an ordinary commoner, and there's no need to mention my name."
Alexander Xu smiled, locking eyes with Leo Sun.
Leo Sun's eyes narrowed, scrutinizing him carefully.
He continued to observe for a full three seconds before chuckling softly.
"Young man, you don't seem very sincere in saying that. Mr. Su just stood up for you, indicating that your relationship is not ordinary!"
His words held an element of questioning, and his eyes bore a knowing, half-smile.
Now, throughout the entire Donghai City, who didn't know about the relationship between the Su family and the Sun family?
Guests of the Su family were considered enemies of the Sun family, and that was not up for debate!
Even though Alexander Xu had only met Gary Su for the first time, if Alexander Xu's attitude displayed the slightest bias, Leo Sun would make him another enemy today.
As these words hung in the air, the atmosphere became subtly tense.
Many guests exchanged glances, wearing conflicted expressions.
They understood that Leo Sun was trying to force Alexander Xu to pick a side!
This young man was probably in a difficult situation.
However, Alexander Xu remained unfazed, even under the watchful eyes of the crowd.
He didn't seem to care about Leo Sun's status at all.
It was clear that Alexander Xu had undergone a significant transformation in his mindset since obtaining the "Divine Healers Scriptures."
"Mr. Su stood up for me simply because he abhors evil and upholds justice. I have other matters to attend to, so I'll take my leave!"
With that, Alexander Xu smiled faintly and left with large strides.
"I'll walk Mr. Xu out!"
Gary Su immediately felt relieved and his lips curled up.
It was evident that Leo Sun had lost, and Gary Su was quite pleased about it. At the same time, he became even more curious about Alexander Xu.
He was confident that anyone else, even some big company bosses, would at least feel uneasy when confronting someone of Leo Sun's caliber.
Yet, Alexander Xu displayed no unnecessary emotions throughout the encounter.
Clearly, he was an extraordinary individual, and his mental fortitude alone was beyond the reach of ordinary people.
As he watched the two figures depart, Leo Sun's expression gradually darkened, and his eyes flickered with unpredictable emotions.
He didn't believe that the relationship between Alexander Xu and Gary Su was as simple as it appeared.
"Somebody come!"
"Mr. Sun!" One of his subordinates stepped forward and respectfully greeted him.
"Investigate this kid's background," Leo Sun said with narrowed eyes, his tone icy. "Anyone who can make Gary Su care about him must not be an ordinary person."
With the Sun family's influence in Donghai City, investigating a person was not difficult.
"Yes, sir!"
His subordinate nodded and left to carry out the orders.
Meanwhile, Gary Su and Alexander Xu, under the varied gazes of the onlookers, had already reached the hotel's entrance.
"Mr. Xu, I apologize for the inadequate hospitality today. I'll arrange another dinner to entertain you properly in the near future. I hope you can grace us with your presence."
Alexander Xu waved his hand with a smile. "It's a minor matter."
Gary Su hesitated for a moment. "Regarding my father's condition..."
Alexander Xu understood his unspoken words. "Don't worry. I'll visit him tomorrow as scheduled."
Gary Su expressed his gratitude with a slight bow. "Thank you, Mr. Xu."
Alexander Xu didn't linger and went to the roadside, where he hailed a cab to head home.
After a dozen minutes, he opened the car door, but before he could take a few steps, he suddenly felt a sharp, piercing headache.
"It's been a few years since I drank last."
Feeling the scent of alcohol emanating from himself, Alexander Xu sighed with a wry smile. He turned and headed to a nearby park to get some fresh air.
"Help! Help!"
Suddenly, as he was passing through a secluded alley, he heard a feeble cry for help, accompanied by the sound of clothing being torn.
Alexander Xu instinctively stopped in his tracks and looked in the direction of the sound.

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