Those Classmates who Suddenly Disappeared

Chapter 742 - 742 742 Preparing for a Battle

742: Chapter 742: Preparing for a Battle 742: Chapter 742: Preparing for a Battle Gu Fan stared blankly at the giant building, catching the noticeable X on it.

Judging by the logo, this must be something significant.

Boss Lei began to elaborate, “That is the X Group.

This city thrives in the financial industry, populated by numerous banks and financial institutions.

However, rarely can any match X Group’s scale and capital.

As for Haywes, he hails from this company.”

Having heard this, Boss Ding understood, “No wonder they’re so mighty.

It’s understandable now why even you, Boss Lei, would exercise deference toward them.”

“Exactly.

Should I disobey, X Group possesses the means to short my company’s shares with active capital and keep on acquiring aggressively.” Boss Lei sighed helplessly with a self-deprecating smile, “I used to think my company was imposing.

However, compared to X Group, I’m no more than a small sorcerer facing a big one.

It would be as simple as crushing an ant for X to crush me.”

Gu Fan gave no response, but his eyes were fixed on the X building, engrossing his mind with thoughts about whether the X that Lisa had mentioned in reference to the X Family and the X that Qiao Ya referred to in the Organization X, were connected.

For some reason, Gu Fan had a bad premonition.

His arrival here and acquaintance with Haywes, not to mention his awareness of the X Group, seemed to signify an upcoming clash between him and the corporation.

Boss Lei, looking troubled and worn out, managed to say, “Boss Ding, Gu Fan, you two can leave if there’s nothing else.

I will have my finance department organize your payments as soon as possible.”

Observing the high level of stress Boss Lei was under, Boss Ding, unwilling to bother him further, exited lightheartedly.

As Gu Fan was about to leave as well, he was stopped by Boss Lei, who then asked him, “Gu Fan, I don’t know what you’ve done in the Triangle Sea Area, but I hope you’d lend me a hand should something happen given that I’ve helped you.”

“Rest assured, I do know how to reciprocate kindness.” Assured Gu Fan with a smile, he then left the reception room.

Heading to the elevator where Boss Ding had already pressed the button, Gu Fan was late in arriving.

He looked at Gu Fan curiously and asked, “What did Boss Lei say when he pulled you aside?

Surely he’s not trying to poach my only employee?”

Gu Fan responded, “He didn’t say much, just to work hard for you and not give up easily.”

“Good old classmate…” Boss Ding exhaled in relief before lamenting, “I would have never thought that despite not learning much, I’d be enlightened about the existence of the X Group—a group that is untouchable for an ordinary person like me.”

“Indeed!” As they spoke of the X Group, Gu Fan’s expression became even sterner.

Upon their arrival at the hotel, Gu Fan and Boss Ding went straight to their accommodation on one of the upper levels.

Gu Fan, through the glass window, had a clear view of the X Group building he had been staring at.

That night, Boss Ding noticed that Gu Fan was still gazing out the window.

He couldn’t help but ask, “What’s on your mind, Gu Fan?

You’ve been staring at that building; are you puzzling over something?”

Gu Fan sighed, “I am worried that Boss Lei has already become a target.

If we want to assist Boss Lei, we must first strengthen ourselves.”

Boss Ding admitted sharing Gu Fan’s concern, but lamented his inability to help.

After all, Boss Ding thought, Boss Lei’s immense wealth would not be a match for his adversaries.

Hence, what could he possibly contribute?

Turning his gaze towards Boss Ding, Gu Fan asked, “Boss Ding, judging from this trip, you must have earned quite a fortune, right?”

“Precisely!” Boss Ding looked troubled, “What are you implying, Gu Fan?

Are you planning to take this money?

Just a reminder, it was not easy for me to earn this, and, as my employee, you should not antagonize your boss.”

Gu Fan glanced sympathetically at Boss Ding’s distressed expression, but after taking everything into consideration, he still felt the need to convey his thoughts, “Boss Ding, think about who has so far offered you the greatest and most valuable assistance.

Wasn’t it Boss Lei?”

“Indeed!” Guessing what Gu Fan was about to say, Boss Ding replied promptly, “Boss Lei has indeed been of great assistance to me and I will repay him at the first opportunity.

However, you need to understand that there are times when I’m just helpless.”

“If Boss Lei were to fall, wouldn’t it affect you, Boss Ding?

I believe you understand the proverb—if the lips are gone, the teeth will be cold.

You do understand it, right?” Just as Gu Fan stopped speaking, Boss Ding nodded vigorously in agreement, “Of course, I understand.

However, there is little I can do about it.

If I had the capacity, I would stop at nothing to help.”

“That’s just the sort of commitment I was hoping to get from you, Boss Ding.” Gu Fan seemed pleased before adding, “However, if one day, Boss Lei faces a formidable foe—say, a hostile takeover by the X Group, would you be willing to go head-to-head with such a giant, if you were capable of assisting?”

“This…” Boss Ding hesitated, “Gu Fan, do not joke about such matters.

If Boss Lei cannot go up against the X Group, how could I possibly offer any assistance?”

Gu Fan chuckled mysteriously, “What if I could devise a way to help build up your company in a short amount of time?”

“Ah, Gu Fan, do you have that kind of capability?” Boss Ding looked on with incredulity.

Gu Fan nodded in response, “I will help you secure funding as soon as I return, and we’ll need to expand your company’s scope.

In addition to traditional investments, we’ll dabble in the development of hedge funds, fully integrating into the financial industry.”

“That sounds good and it’s something I’ve been considering.

However, are you sure you can corral this financial support for me?” Boss Ding was still doubtful.

From his perspective, Gu Fan was an ordinary person, so if he could pull in vast amounts of funding, why would he still be an employee?

This simply didn’t add up.

It did not matter what Boss Ding thought.

Gu Fan continued to gaze at the X Group building.

Its lights remained bright even at eight in the evening, giving the sense that the gears of a financial war machine were tirelessly operating day and night.

He did not know who the group’s next target would be.

The X Group, Organization X, the X Family—Gu Fan hoped that his concerns were baseless, but he determined to prepare.

If the X Group was indeed extraordinary, then Boss Ding’s company would be the first weapon Gu Fan would wield against them.

Seeing Gu Fan’s puzzled look, Boss Ding assumed Gu Fan was worrying about Boss Lei and tried to offer some comfort, “Don’t worry, Gu Fan.

I know you appreciate the kindness Boss Lei showed, and you want to return the favor.

I share your sentiment.

However, we’re trying our best, and as of now, Boss Lei has not encountered any troublesome issues.

We should focus on our own tasks.

Now that we’re here, why not go out and explore?”

“That sounds good, I’d also like to go out and see.” Gu Fan consented, just to see Boss Ding cracking a mischievous smile.

Gu Fan remembered Boss Ding talking about certain entertainment spots which left him feeling a bit embarrassed, “Sorry, Boss Ding.

I thought since it’s already late, wouldn’t it be better just to stay in?

We’ll get up with the boy tomorrow morning and head home.”

Boss Ding dismissed the idea nonchalantly, “Why sleep?

The nightlife is just beginning.

Let’s go party.”