Chapter 9

"Mr. Su is truly domineering!" Sun Zhenghao clicked his tongue and said with a sarcastic tone, "As far as I know, Ye Kai is also one of your old subordinates, right? Now, to please your friend, you dismiss a loyal minister who has worked hard for Huafeng Pharmaceutical for many years. This really broadens my horizons!"

Su Bo's face darkened: "Mr. Sun, this is Huafeng Pharmaceutical's internal matter, and it has nothing to do with you, right?"

The two men stared at each other, and the air seemed to crackle with tension.

"Mr. Sun has arrived..."

"Things are going to get complicated!"

"When the immortals fight, the mortals suffer. Stay away!"

The surrounding guests all changed their expressions and instinctively took a step back.

As the saying goes, competitors are natural enemies. The Sun family and the Su family have had a long-standing grudge. In the past, they still restrained each other, and even if there were grievances, they were all within controllable limits.

But recently, the Su family developed a new drug that was widely praised upon its release, severely impacting the Sun family's interests!

The meat right in front of their mouths was snatched away, and the Sun family naturally was not willing to let it go, targeting the Su family everywhere.

Now, Sun Zhenghao has also stepped forward, his words laced with thorns. If it weren't for the occasion and his status, he might have taken direct action.

"Indeed, it is Huafeng Pharmaceutical's internal matter." Sun Zhenghao sneered, "However, a thousand gold is easy to come by, but a good horse is hard to find. If you don't want Ye Kai, I will take him. Thank you, Mr. Su, for your generosity."

He didn't care about Ye Kai at all!

By dismissing an old employee, Su Bo would inevitably bring some negative effects and be seen as unfeeling and unrighteous.

But by extending an olive branch, Sun Zhenghao could earn a reputation as a patron of talent.

This would both belittle Huafeng Pharmaceutical and make Su Bo feel uncomfortable, achieving two goals at once.

"He's just a traitor. Take him if you want, but I must warn Mr. Sun to be careful. After you get this dog, you might not be able to tame him!"

Su Bo's face turned cold, clearly unhappy.

"You don't need to worry about that, Mr. Xu."

Sun Zhenghao extended his hand, and a subordinate quickly handed him a cigar.

"My Sun family naturally has better ways to train dogs than your Su family."

Su Bo snorted and didn't want to say more, preparing to leave with Xu Dong. However, Sun Zhenghao quietly blocked his way.

"Sun Zhenghao, what are you doing?!"

"Mr. Su, don't be so nervous."

Seeing Su Bo lose his composure, Sun Zhenghao's smile grew wider. He then looked at Xu Dong, his eyes narrowing.

"Brother, I am Sun Zhenghao. May I ask for your name?"

His tone was very polite, even with a hint of friendliness.

As the long-standing rival of the Su family, Sun Zhenghao knew Su Bo very well.

When had this arrogant man ever been so polite to anyone?

Don't be fooled by Xu Dong's young age; he is not as simple as he appears.

Seeing him target Xu Dong, Su Bo's expression changed. He could not care less about Ye Kai, but he could not ignore Xu Dong.

Xu Dong's acupuncture skills were unparalleled, even earning the praise of Dean Li. If he were to befriend Xu Dong, it would greatly benefit the entire Su family, and with enough luck, it could even advance the Su family further.

To say the least, though he had only met Xu Dong once, Xu Dong held an irreplaceable place in Su Bo's heart.

Now, Sun Zhenghao was actually trying to poach him!

This was intolerable. Cursing Sun Zhenghao as a fox, Su Bo stepped forward to block Xu Dong.

"I am just an ordinary person, not someone of high status."

Xu Dong smiled, his eyes meeting Sun Zhenghao's.

Sun Zhenghao's eyes narrowed, scrutinizing him.

After three seconds, he chuckled, "Brother, your words are not sincere. I understand Mr. Su's judgment. He stood up for you just now, clearly indicating that your relationship is not ordinary!"

His words carried a questioning tone, and his eyes were half-smiling, half-serious.

In the entire Donghai City, who didn't know the relationship between the Sun family and the Su family?

The guests of the Su family are the enemies of the Sun family, no exceptions!

Even if it was their first meeting, if Xu Dong's attitude showed any deviation, Sun Zhenghao would have a new enemy today.

The atmosphere became tense as these words spread.

Many guests exchanged glances, their faces showing concern.

They knew that Sun Zhenghao was forcing Xu Dong to take sides!

This young man was in a difficult position.

However, under everyone's watchful eyes, Xu Dong remained calm, even meeting Sun Zhenghao's gaze without fear.

It seemed he didn't care about Sun Zhenghao's status at all.

Admittedly, after obtaining the "Heavenly Medical Profound Canon," Xu Dong's mindset had subtly changed.

"Mr. Su stood up for me out of a sense of justice. I have some matters to attend to, so I will take my leave."

With a calm smile, he left.

"I will see Mr. Xu off!"

Su Bo instantly felt relieved, a smile forming on his lips.

Seeing Sun Zhenghao's frustration, he felt a great sense of satisfaction and became even more curious about Xu Dong.

He was certain that anyone else, even some big bosses, would have shown some fear when facing someone of Sun Zhenghao's caliber.

But Xu Dong? His expression never changed.

He is truly a remarkable person. Just this level of composure is beyond the reach of ordinary people.

Watching the two leave, Sun Zhenghao's face darkened, his eyes flickering with uncertainty.

He didn't believe that the relationship between Xu Dong and Su Bo was so simple.

"Someone!"

"Mr. Sun!" A subordinate stepped forward, bowing respectfully.

"Find out this guy's background." Sun Zhenghao narrowed his eyes, his tone icy, "Anyone who can earn such attention from Su Bo is not an ordinary person."

Given the Sun family's influence in Donghai City, investigating someone was not difficult.

"Yes!"

The subordinate nodded and left.

At this moment, Su Bo and Xu Dong were already at the hotel entrance, under the watchful eyes of the guests.

"Mr. Xu, I apologize for my poor hospitality today. I will arrange another banquet for you in the future, and I hope you will honor me with your presence."

Xu Dong smiled and waved, "It's a small matter."

"Then, about my father's condition..." Su Bo hesitated.

Xu Dong understood: "Don't worry, I will be there on time tomorrow."

Su Bo bowed in gratitude: "Thank you, Mr. Xu."

Xu Dong continued walking, reached the roadside, and hailed a taxi, heading home.

After a few minutes, Xu Dong opened the car door and took a few steps. Suddenly, he felt a sharp pain in his head.

"Years in prison have reduced my alcohol tolerance."

Smelling the alcohol on his body, Xu Dong smiled bitterly and turned to walk to a nearby park to clear his head.

"Help!"

Suddenly, as he passed a secluded alley, he heard a weak cry for help, accompanied by the sound of tearing clothes.

Xu Dong instinctively stopped and looked over...