Chapter 126: A Call from Xue Kaichen!

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Ye Wushang took out the strategic cooperation agreement and told An Lan everything about Lan Ruoxue’s proposal.

After listening, An Lan nodded thoughtfully. “Hmm. Developing a new drug and reclaiming a share of the market—that’s actually a pretty good idea.”

“Lan Ruoxue may not have the best judgment when it comes to people, but she has a decent business mind. She and I arrived at the same conclusion.”

“Still, as for positioning the new drug—starting with health supplements for middle-aged and elderly consumers could indeed win over a considerable audience and build a strong reputation.”

“But seeking cooperation with Medicine King Pharmaceuticals and asking them to provide those rare medicinal ingredients that are difficult to obtain would be extremely challenging.”

Ye Wushang smiled calmly and reassured her, “Don’t worry, Lanlan. I’ll handle the negotiations with Medicine King Pharmaceuticals. I guarantee—”

“Wushang, confidence is a good thing, but too much confidence can be a problem.”

An Lan shook her head and said earnestly, “You’re highly capable, level-headed, and always plan carefully before taking action. That’s something I admire about you.”

“But you’re not part of the business world, after all, and you don’t really understand the background of the major companies.”

“Medicine King Pharmaceuticals is something of a maverick here in Jinghan. They never associate with any family and never cooperate with any company.”

“Forget asking them to provide medicinal ingredients and maintain a long-term partnership—you may not even make it through their front door.”

“To be honest, we contacted Medicine King Pharmaceuticals a long time ago. We even sought help through numerous connections, but they never gave us a response.”

“How could you possibly succeed?”

She trusted Ye Wushang without reservation.

But this matter was of enormous importance. She neither wanted to take risks nor wanted Ye Wushang to waste his time on something futile.

Seeing the confidence in his eyes, and unwilling to discourage him, she continued, “I agree with the concept of developing a new drug.”

“But I think the positioning of a health supplement for middle-aged and elderly consumers still needs to be revised…”

“Mr. Ye, the meal is ready. Shall I serve it now?”

Before she could finish, Aunt Wang emerged from the kitchen after preparing the dishes and asked respectfully.

Ye Wushang nodded, rose to his feet, and said with a smile, “Lanlan, don’t worry about this anymore.”

“Tomorrow, Lan Ruoxue and I will go to Medicine King Pharmaceuticals together. I’ll definitely be able to obtain the medicinal ingredients for the health supplement.”

“With the Lan Group’s research and development capabilities, we should be able to complete the drug within a month at the latest. Once that’s done, the two companies can work together on the publicity campaign.”

“I believe it will set the market ablaze!”

With that, he turned and walked toward the dining room.

Watching him leave, An Lan’s expression darkened, and an inexplicable wave of jealousy rose within her.

“He’s going to Medicine King Pharmaceuticals with Lan Ruoxue?”

“After coming into contact with each other so many times, could their old feelings have been rekindled?”

“No. I have to follow them tomorrow and see for myself.”

She made up her mind.

Part of the reason was curiosity about what Ye Wushang was truly capable of—what could possibly make Medicine King Pharmaceuticals agree to his request?

At the same time, she needed to observe the two of them and find out whether there was really any chance of them getting back together.

She suddenly regretted her decision. If she had known this would happen, she should never have made Ye Wushang the supervisor.

At the time, she had only wanted to keep him by her side. Instead, she had inadvertently created an opportunity for the two of them to rekindle their relationship.

…

After dinner, everyone went about their own business.

His younger sister returned to her room to rest.

Lord Rabbit began preparing the details of the ingredient competition.

An Lan went back to report on the new drug development project.

As for Ye Wushang, he eagerly returned to his room and began preparing for the formation.

The night passed uneventfully, and morning arrived in the blink of an eye.

“Everything is ready. All that’s missing is the final push!”

Looking at the dazzling array of jade, vermilion, and gold vessels before him, Ye Wushang was brimming with excitement.

He had acquired all these items with the money Lord Rabbit had previously spent on medicinal herbs.

Setting aside their market value, their antique craftsmanship—and especially the sense of age and simplicity accumulated over the years—would be highly effective in setting up the formation and breaking through the barrier.

“Next, I only need an old master craftsman to reforge these gold vessels. Then I can begin setting up the formation.”

“The only thing still missing is a suitable location. It needs to be rich in spiritual energy and secluded from the outside world.”

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“From what I observed, that patch of grass where I encountered Huang Pianruo at the Huang family estate last time would be the most suitable.”

At that thought, he made up his mind to speak with Huang Pianruo later.

By his calculations, tomorrow would be the day she reported to him on her knowledge of medicinal herbs. By then, the two of them would officially have a master-and-disciple relationship. He would merely be borrowing the place temporarily to break through the barrier, so there should be no problem.

Afterward, he tidied his room and went downstairs, where he happened to see his younger sister chatting with someone.

“Wuyou, who are you talking to?” Ye Wushang called softly as he walked over.

Ye Wuyou turned around with a radiant smile.

Today, she was full of energy, completely different from her exhausted appearance the day before.

After a night of rest—especially after taking the medicine Ye Wushang had given her—her complexion had improved dramatically.

“Brother, I’m talking to Sister-in-law.”

Ye Wushang frowned at that and hurried forward, only to discover Lan Ruoxue standing at the entrance.

Today, she was dressed in a tasteful, form-fitting miniskirt suit. Although the white blouse underneath was buttoned tightly, it stretched tautly across her full figure, with faint glimpses of lace visible between the gaps.

Her makeup was exquisite, and her long hair fell over her delicate shoulders. She looked noble and alluring, possessing a captivating charm that moved the heart.

“President Lan, what brings you here?” Ye Wushang asked with a frown.

Ye Wuyou looked puzzled. “President Lan?”

“Brother, isn’t she Sister-in-law? Why are you calling her that?”

“Your brother has found himself a wealthy woman, so naturally he wants to distance himself from me,” Lan Ruoxue said with a pout.

Every time she thought of An Lan, an unnamed fury rose within her.

Especially since this villa belonged to An Lan.

The fact that the siblings were living in the other woman’s house made her feel deeply uncomfortable.

“A wealthy woman?”

“Brother, what exactly is going on?”

The more Ye Wuyou listened, the more confused she became.

Ye Wushang hurriedly soothed her. “All right, Wuyou. Go have breakfast first. President Lan and I still have something to discuss.”

Seeing the cold look on her brother’s face, Ye Wuyou decided not to say anything more and turned to leave.

But Lan Ruoxue reminded her, “Wuyou, make sure you advise your brother later. He shouldn’t always be thinking about taking shortcuts. A person ought to keep both feet on the ground.”

“If he wants to accomplish something, he should rely on his own ability and hard work, not on someone else…”

“That’s enough!”

Ye Wushang shouted in a low voice, grabbed her, and pulled her out of the villa.

…

Inside the car.

“Ye Wushang, even though we’re divorced…”

“I still regard Wuyou as my own younger sister.”

“If you truly want her to live a good life, you should earn money through your own efforts instead of relying on a woman.”

Lan Ruoxue kept her eyes on the road, though the corner of her eye occasionally glanced toward Ye Wushang in the passenger seat.

Her gaze was complicated.

There was disappointment.

There was loneliness.

And above all, there was the disgust of someone frustrated by another’s failure to live up to expectations.

“My sister and I have nothing to do with President Lan,” Ye Wushang said expressionlessly and indifferently. “And from now on, don’t go to the villa unless you have a reason.”

“I don’t want anyone disturbing my sister and me.”

“You said it yourself—we’re already divorced. Other than being business partners now, we have no relationship.”

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“Ye Wushang, you—”

Before she could retort, his phone suddenly rang.

Ye Wushang took it out and glanced at the screen. The caller was Xue Kaichen.

Without delay, he pressed the answer button. “Hello, Kaichen.”

Kaichen?

Lan Ruoxue frowned.

If she remembered correctly, the executive general manager of Medicine King Pharmaceuticals was named Xue Kaichen.

The person calling him was also named Kaichen. Could they be the same person?

The thought had barely crossed her mind when she immediately dismissed it.

“How could that be?”

“Medicine King Pharmaceuticals has immense influence and wealth. Its senior executives are even more elusive, and they never associate with any family or company.”

“Not even An Lan could probably get in touch with them, so how could he possibly manage it?”

Ye Wushang paid no attention to Lan Ruoxue’s thoughts.

He merely turned away slightly, lowered his voice, and asked, “How is it? Did you prepare everything I asked for?”

“Boss, everything is ready.” Xue Kaichen’s hearty voice came through the phone. “I’ve reorganized the medicinal herb cultivation operations of Medicine King Valley and the operational management of Medicine King Pharmaceuticals.”

“Where are you now? I’ll bring the materials to you…”

“No need. Wait for me in your office. I’ll be there shortly.”

Xue Kaichen was clearly startled. “You—you mean you’re coming to Medicine King Pharmaceuticals?”

“Yes. I need to discuss something with you.”

“All right. I’ll go downstairs and wait for you right away…”

“No need. I can come up by myself.”

“Understood. The group has no restrictions in place. You can come straight in.”

“That was also Master Huang’s rule. He disliked making everything overly formal. Humanized management is better.”

“Fine. I understand.”

After that, Ye Wushang hung up.

Although she found it unlikely, Lan Ruoxue was still curious and asked instinctively, “Wushang, who was that?”

“Whoever it was has nothing to do with you.”

“You!”

“I went to bed a little late last night. I’m tired.”

“I’m going to close my eyes for a while. When we arrive, please wake me. Thank you.”

With that, Ye Wushang closed his eyes and rested without saying another word.

Lan Ruoxue was furious, but she wanted to say something and held herself back. She merely shot him a resentful glare before continuing to drive.

She appeared calm on the surface, but inwardly she seethed.

Putting on an act.

You’re nothing but a kept man yourself, and you still won’t let me say anything?

Yesterday, you spoke with such certainty, claiming you could handle Medicine King Pharmaceuticals. I’d like to see exactly how you plan to do it.

In truth, she had not placed the slightest hope in him.

She had summoned the research and development department to work through the night, preparing a second proposal.

They would abandon the positioning of the product as a health supplement for middle-aged and elderly consumers and instead target adults.

This time, however, she intended to present the proposal to An Lan in person.

Ye Wushang was simply far too confident. He seemed completely unreliable.