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Chapter 388 388: Ruined Reputation!

It was a success! Once the first step is taken, the second will follow. The beginning is always the hardest. Now, they had forged a path no one had ever walked before, and they had succeeded. If they continued down this road, they would become even more successful.

"Bastards! How could they possibly develop such a good drug?" Kong Yue raged. "Even our own experts say this medicine is more miraculous than the imported ones. And it's ridiculously cheap, to boot! Are these people idiots? Shouldn't they be seizing this opportunity to make a fortune?"

The better Qifei Group's medicine performed and the greater its success, the more furious he became. The expressions on the faces of Denise and her team turned grim. They had never anticipated that a domestic team led by a few newcomers could overcome such a challenge, using methods completely different from those abroad to develop such a Divine Medicine.

"How is this possible?! How could they create such an effective drug?! Their orders are skyrocketing! The internet is buzzing with talk about the Qifei Group! Reporters are even going to their company for interviews!"

"No, we have to do something! We can't let this continue!"

Needless to say, Denise's team, which had been a group of fraudsters from the beginning, was in a terrible state. As for the researchers who had defected with them, they were overwhelmed with regret. If only we hadn't left the Qifei Group, we would be the ones basking in the glory right now. Not like this.

Kong Yue was so furious that he refused to pay them, instead demanding they take responsibility for the losses.

"This Denise is supposed to be some renowned international expert? She's just a fraud!"

"That's right, they're a whole team of scammers!"

"I looked into them! They've never successfully developed a single new drug. I have no idea who built up their reputation!"

"That bastard Kong's Pharmaceutical is completely corrupt, hiring these charlatans to cheat people out of their money!"

"From now on, we're not buying anything from Kong's Pharmaceutical! We support the Qifei Group!"

The tide of public opinion had become uncontrollable. Not only was Denise's team utterly discredited, but Kong's Pharmaceutical was also dragged through the mud. Its stock price plummeted, crashing down like a waterfall.

Kong Yue's face turned completely black as he kicked over the computer in front of him, shattering the screen.

Just then, the phone rang. His secretary answered.

"Tell Mr. Kong we are terminating our partnership with Kong's Pharmaceutical! Yes, your products are the problem, so don't blame us for breaking the contract!"

"We're canceling our standing order. We don't even want the deposit back. We're just done working with you. Kong's Pharmaceutical is a dishonest company!"

"That's right, your drugs are practically industrial waste! I said what I said. You got a problem with it?"

One after another, partners called to announce the suspension of their cooperation with Kong's Pharmaceutical. With public opinion having soured, they had no other choice. Anyone associated with Kong's Pharmaceutical now would be courting disaster. The moment it was exposed, they would be finished. Thus, these companies had no alternative but to sever ties.

In stark contrast, the Qifei Group received a flood of calls, all seeking partnerships. The total value of the proposed deals already exceeded two billion Dragon Coins. This news left Ye Fei, Li Qingyan, and the entire R&D team ecstatic.

Although they had only successfully developed a single drug, it was definitive proof of their research capabilities. More importantly, it showed that they were a company that took its work seriously. This attracted even more partners, creating a virtuous cycle. Even the employees at the Qifei Group found it incredible. The entire company was jubilant.

On the spot, Ye Fei authorized one hundred million Dragon Coins to be distributed as bonuses to the research staff. It was their achievement, and they deserved it. After all, they had gone many days without returning home for the sake of developing this drug.

"Alright, everyone, take your bonuses, go home, and rest for a few days. Spend some time with your families," Ye Fei announced, acting on a decision he had made with Yang Qi.

"Hooray—!" everyone cheered, overjoyed.

In contrast, the situation at Kong's Pharmaceutical was a catastrophe. The disaster at the Kang City branch caused the entire corporation's stock to plunge. Countless researchers chose to resign and jump ship. The company was suddenly on the brink of bankruptcy, and this completely deflated Kong Yue.

His family even called to inform him he had been removed from the running to become the next Family Head. From now on, he was not to interfere in any of the Kong Family's affairs. A failure had no right to lead the Kong Family.

Upon receiving this news, Kong Yue mercilessly beat Denise and her team. He thrashed them until they were covered in bruises and crawling on the floor in agony.

"Useless! A bunch of worthless trash!" Kong Yue roared. "It's just like everyone is saying—you're all a bunch of frauds! Break their arms and legs and throw them out!"

「...」

In the pitch-black night, Denise and her team lay wailing on the cold ground, but no one paid them any heed. For the first time, they truly felt fear and terror.

Suddenly, a group of people appeared. "We're from the Heavenly Supervision Hall. You'll be coming with us. You are suspects in multiple fraud cases."

Denise and her team began to weep. First, they were beaten, and now they were being arrested. They honestly wished they were dead. This time, they were completely ruined. For people like them, a single fall like this meant their lives were over.

「...」

Kong Yue sat in his room, drinking away his sorrows.

I will not leave in such disgrace. The Thunder Sect should be making its move soon... I can hardly wait!

There was nothing he could do alone now, so he could only wait. The Thunder Sect was about to take action. When they did, the Qifei Group would be doomed, and so would Yang Qi.

「Provincial City, Thunder Sect.」

Cao Geng went to find his father, Cao Shaqing. "Dad, it's confirmed," he said. "The intelligence we gathered confirms our own investigation. Neither the Qifei Group nor that Yang Qi fellow has any significant backing, aside from the Lei Family!"

"Hmm. In that case, let's make our move," Cao Shaqing said, glancing at his son. "I'm assigning three of my finest generals to you: the Poison General, the Power General, and the Wind General. I'll also give you one hundred elite fighters. Can you handle it?"

"Father, rest assured! I will complete the mission flawlessly!" Cao Geng declared, thrilled.

Honestly, Father is being too cautious. I could handle this by myself. What kind of experts could a place like Kang City possibly have? And yet he's giving me three top generals and one hundred elite fighters. At this rate, I might not even get a chance to make a move myself.

Cao Shaqing kept the Demon General and the Fire General with him. The Fire General was the chief steward of the Thunder Sect and could not leave his post easily. The Demon General was far too vicious, and his bloodlust was too strong. Even Cao Shaqing hesitated to send him out casually. If things escalated, not even the Thunder Sect could contain the fallout. The Poison, Power, and Wind Generals were more than enough. If even they couldn't take down a minor place like Kang City, it would be truly baffling.

"Go. I will not restrict your actions. If you can conquer Kang City, then it is yours to command. Consider it an opportunity to hone your leadership skills. It will also prepare you to take over the Thunder Sect in the future."