Doctor and His Glamorous Sister-in-Law-Chapter 559 - 562: Expansion

Mi Xiaoying's shiver made Liu Ergou laugh even more heartily.

But the next second, she turned around and started pounding on his chest. While pounding, she complained, "Liu Ergou, you're so mean! If I had known you were like this, I wouldn't have teased you! Now look what's happened, I'm absolutely mortified!"

Hearing this, Liu Ergou couldn't help but burst into loud laughter again, which only made Mi Xiaoying blush harder. Seeing that Mi Xiaoying was hiding her face like an ostrich, Liu Ergou finally stopped.

He then got down to business. "Okay, okay, Xiao Ying, I'll stop laughing. Let's talk seriously. We've finished talking about profits, but there's something else I want to ask you."

As he spoke, Liu Ergou gestured toward the half-constructed building outside the office window. "Xiao Ying, what's the deal with that building? I don't remember it being there a few days ago. Only two or three days have passed. How did a building suddenly pop up, and it's already half-built? Isn't that construction speed a little too fast?"

When Mi Xiaoying heard Liu Ergou raise this question, her expression immediately grew serious. Then, turning to face him, she spoke earnestly, "Er Gou, the reason I called you here was to discuss this very issue! I got so caught up talking about profits that I completely forgot about it!" 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

Seeing Mi Xiaoying's solemn expression, Liu Ergou realized it wasn't the time for jokes, and his demeanor became serious as well.

Mi Xiaoying continued, "I've already investigated that building. You might not believe this, but Yuan Wenkang acquired that plot of land. He's opening another stone-gambling company on it, just like ours."

When Liu Ergou heard the name Yuan Wenkang, his face immediately darkened, and an intense cold aura began emanating from him in waves.

Mi Xiaoying, being the closest to him, couldn't help but shiver.

Looking at Liu Ergou's icy demeanor, Mi Xiaoying was astonished. I never thought his presence could be so formidable… It's even affecting me. This is simply indescribable.

"Er Gou!" she called out softly, gazing at him.

Her voice immediately brought Liu Ergou back to his senses. Upon regaining his composure, he reined in his aura and asked, "What's wrong?"

Mi Xiaoying shook her head. "Nothing, really. It's just… you looked really scary just now."

Hearing this, Liu Ergou managed to force a smile. "No way, I've always been easy to talk to. How could I be scary? All right, you continue. You were in the middle of saying something, and I interrupted you."

Mi Xiaoying nodded and went on, "When I first heard Yuan Wenkang had acquired that plot, I was skeptical. Although he's from Jingdu, he can't leverage any of its power here. So I did some more digging, and I eventually discovered that the real owner of that company must be Sun Gang. Given the current situation, it seems Sun Gang and Yuan Wenkang have teamed up!"

Hearing the news of their partnership, a hint of surprise appeared on Liu Ergou's face. He never imagined that those two would team up.

「Meanwhile, in the city center.」

Yuan Wenkang and Sun Gang were sitting together, having a meal. Sun Gang had shed his formerly fierce demeanor for a fawning one. He raised his wine glass, bowing slightly, and said respectfully, "Young Master Yuan, I'm overjoyed that you've sought me out to cooperate! I can't believe you even remembered me!"

Seeing Sun Gang's obsequious expression, Yuan Wenkang nodded in satisfaction. "Hmph, of course I remember you. I saw you once at a gathering. Besides, our common enemy is Liu Ergou. Who else would I cooperate with if not you?"

Sun Gang hurriedly nodded. "Yes, yes, you're absolutely right, Young Master Yuan!"

Yuan Wenkang ignored him and continued, "I know you made a bet with Liu Ergou. If you lose, you have to leave this city. I happen to be short on liquid funds, but I can continue running your old businesses in this city for you.

"Rest assured, I will manage them well. I'll make the stone-gambling business bigger and bigger, and ultimately bankrupt Ting Tian Pavilion!

"Of course, I won't forget your help. When I return to Jingdu, I'll give your family's business a boost!

"Oh, right. Give me some of your liquid funds. I'll need to invest in other industries later. I want to completely crush Liu Ergou on multiple fronts!"

After saying his piece, Yuan Wenkang didn't linger, turning to leave.

Watching Yuan Wenkang's figure disappear, Sun Gang's fawning expression suddenly turned cold.

Just a pampered fool. Does he really think he's somebody? The guy isn't even on par with Liu Ergou. At least Liu Ergou has some substance; you're just a piece of trash relying on your family's power. This is just a partnership of convenience. When the time comes, I'll be the one stepping over your corpse to get ahead!

With a final, cold sneer, Sun Gang also turned and left.

「Back with Liu Ergou.」

Seeing Liu Ergou's astonished expression, Mi Xiaoying covered her mouth and laughed. "Hahaha, I know you're surprised. Honestly, I was shocked when I found out, too. I never expected those two could team up. But I have to say, if they really do join forces, it's going to be quite troublesome! If we're not careful, it could have a significant impact on Ting Tian Pavilion!"

The mention of an impact on Ting Tian Pavilion immediately snapped Liu Ergou out of his surprise. He began to think seriously about a counter-strategy.

After a moment of thought, he finally said, "It could indeed have an impact. But to be honest, it won't affect our stone-gambling business much. There's always a first-mover advantage. Moreover, Ting Tian Pavilion has been established in this city for many years. When it comes to stone-gambling, people will undoubtedly choose us. As for the company opening later, I'm afraid very few people will go there."

Mi Xiaoying nodded in strong agreement.

Seeing her approval, Liu Ergou continued, "I was just thinking, if there's one thing that could truly affect us, it would probably be the follow-up services—what happens after the rough stones are cut open."

Hearing this, Mi Xiaoying's eyes lit up.

"Oh! Ergou, I get what you mean! You're suggesting we expand our business scope, like offering raw stone processing or buying rough stones to make jade jewelry? Is that it?"