Lu Feng did not stand on ceremony upon hearing this.
"The Jiu Cui Group, have any of the seniors present heard of it?"
"What?"
"The Jiu Cui Group."
"This!"
Lu Feng had not expected that his words would be like a stone thrown into a calm pool, sending ripples across its surface.
Realizing the atmosphere had turned awkward, Uncle Su quickly whispered to Lu Feng, "Young man, why are you bringing this up? What are you talking about?"
"Why? Is there something wrong?"
Lu Feng was bewildered. Looking at the expressions of everyone present, he understood that he had come to the right place.
These people before him, for reasons unknown, were extremely resistant and wary of these four words. But one thing was certain: they all knew exactly what the Jiu Cui Technology was about.
Uncle Su kept giving him meaningful glances, clearly urging him to drop the subject. But having finally found his way here, Lu Feng was not about to give up easily.
After a brief consideration, he had an idea.
Slowly rising, he picked up his wine cup and apologized, "Everyone, I apologize. I must have touched upon a sensitive topic for all of you. I'll drink this cup as a penalty."
Upon hearing this, Uncle Su thought the young man was perceptive and understood his intentions, his stiff expression gradually softening.
"This young man is quite good."
But just as he was feeling this,
Lu Feng drained his cup, and his next sentence nearly made him split open.
"However, this place is currently very important to the Lin family. I implore all seniors to offer their guidance. I recall that several seniors were quite sincere earlier."
Alas.
Uncle Su sighed deeply.
"It seems there's trouble."
This place was a minefield for the Dong family, especially its high-ranking members.
After so many years, no one had mentioned this place. Now it had reappeared.
A truly persistent specter.
As expected, one person immediately stood up with a stern expression, "Young man, what are you here for? Why are you so eager to know the history of the Dong family? Speak, what are your intentions?"
Seeing this, Dong Hua quickly added, "Brother Lu, you shouldn't ask about this place."
While appearing concerned, he was inwardly delighted.
He was busy planning his next move when he didn't expect Lu Feng to find a pillar and smash into it himself.
This way, Dong Ye's impression of Lu Feng would likely plummet.
After all, these four words were inextricably linked to the Dong family's dark history, or rather, a history of humiliation.
Now, all that was left was to wait for Dong Ye to erupt.
Dong Hua stared intently at Dong Ye not far away, his heart anticipating the eruption of a volcano.
But as time ticked by, his anticipation turned into confusion.
"What's going on?"
The next moment, he heard Dong Ye say, "Alright, ignorance is forgivable. Besides, Lu Feng only said a few words. How could he know if it's detrimental to our Dong family?"
Hearing this, Dong Hua's hand, hidden beneath the table, clenched into a fist.
If one were close enough, the sound of knuckles grinding could be heard.
This Dong Ye was actually protecting his own to this extent.
Lu Feng, hearing this, gleaned much information from the brief exchange.
This place was likely an enemy of the Dong family.
Therefore, if he followed this lead, other members of the Dong family should not be too opposed.
Thus, Lu Feng blinked a few times and then said.
"Director Dong is right. Since I came with Dong Hua, I have no intention of going against the Dong family. Of course, the reason I asked is that during this stock crisis, the Jiu Cui Technology contributed significantly. Although they ultimately trapped themselves, this hidden hand cannot be let go."
"The reason I asked this is twofold: firstly, not many people know about this place. Secondly, the Dong family has been doing business in Dongnan City for a long time and might know a thing or two. My goal is to follow the clues and deliver a heavy blow to this mastermind. That's all. If I said anything inappropriate, please forgive me."
So that's how it was.
Near the table, the tense atmosphere that had been building gradually dissipated with these words.
Two people exchanged glances, and one slowly said,
"I didn't expect the Jiu Cui Technology to rise from the ashes again. Ten years ago, this entity clashed with our Dong family. The person controlling it then was Liao Heyun. I wonder if Brother Lu has heard of him?"
In front of everyone, especially Dong Hua, he naturally shook his head.
However, in his heart, he had confirmed that the Jiu Cui Technology had nothing to do with the Dong family.
After a brief pause, the man continued, "Liao Heyun intended to monopolize Dongnan City back then. At that time, the Dong family's strength was on par with his. He infiltrated the Dong family through this group, nearly bringing the Dong family to its knees. Under the command of our Director Dong, this entity was completely wiped out from Dongnan City. Whether the current Jiu Cui Technology is the same as the one from before, we are not entirely sure. I think it's unlikely. Because Liao Heyun has not been seen for over ten years."
"What's wrong? Director Dong, are you feeling unwell?"
A voice broke the surrounding solemnity.
All eyes turned towards them.
"What's wrong?"
"Director Dong, why are you crying?"
The sudden turn of events left Lu Feng momentarily at a loss.
As he pondered, Dong Ye waved his hand, suppressing the choked sobs in his voice, "I'm fine, I'm fine. If it weren't for this Liao Heyun, I don't think I would have lost my child."
So, his own past and the recent events happening to him were related to Liao Heyun?
Lu Feng found it quite strange. What had happened more than ten years ago?
However, compared to these matters, he was more eager to learn more about the Jiu Cui Technology.
And at this moment, the core information had been understood.
Therefore, Lu Feng said, "I'm sorry, Director Dong. I didn't expect to bring up your painful memories. Let's not talk about this matter anymore."
Uncle Su had been waiting for this statement for a long time.
"What's past is past. No matter how much we rack our brains now, we can't change it. I say, focusing on the present is the best course of action. Young man, I'll toast you."
"I dare not."
Lu Feng spent about two hours at the Dong family's residence. After leaving, he had a plan in mind.
"The Jiu Cui Technology should still be in Liao Heyun's hands, otherwise, it wouldn't be able to control the Lin family's stock market. And since it's in his hands,"
Then he wouldn't worry about Liao Heyun not contacting the Jiu Cui Technology, and thus, he would eventually see the man's true face.