"I truly didn't expect Mr. Lu to have such an encounter," Yang Ding Tian said with a smile. "I apologize for any offense caused that day. I hope Mr. Lu won't take it to heart. After all, the interests of both companies are paramount." Su Dan Novel Network
"Old Master Yang is right. How can personal grudges compare to company interests?" Lu Fan nodded. "Since you've come, how do you propose we cooperate?"
"Your company's Yang Xin Dan is selling like hotcakes. If Yang Shi Pharmacy were to act as the agent, the results would likely be even better," Yang Ding Tian smiled. "As for the profits from this agency, naturally, it would be a fifty-fifty split. Taikang Pharmacy will certainly not be treated unfairly."
"Old Master Yang, I don't think you're here to do business, but to rob us, aren't you?" Lu Fan stated directly. "Yang Xin Dan is a closely guarded secret. Its explosive sales on the platform are well-known. If Yang Shi Pharmacy wants to be the agent, it won't be that simple."
"Lu Fan, don't get carried away," Yang Jia Qi frowned. "My Yang family's willingness to represent Yang Xin Dan is a blessing for Taikang Pharmacy."
"Is that what Old Master Yang means as well?" Lu Fan smiled, crossing his legs.
"Jia Qi, what nonsense are you spouting?" Yang Ding Tian reprimanded loudly. "Apologize to Mr. Lu at once."
"Grandfather..." Yang Jia Qi looked embarrassed. In his eyes, Lu Fan was just a country bumpkin. Even as the helmsman of Taikang Pharmacy, his opinion hadn't changed.
"There's no need for an apology. If the Yang family wishes to cooperate, it will be a nine-one split. If you cannot agree, then please, be on your way," Lu Fan said, his legs still crossed.
"A nine-one split?" Yang Ding Tian frowned. "You mean nine for me and one for you?"
"Do you expect me to give you nine and take one?" Lu Fan's expression was cold.
Yang Ding Tian's face turned extremely grim. "A ten percent profit margin might not even cover operating costs. Mr. Lu, are you joking?"
"Do I look like I'm joking?" Lu Fan stated directly. "Your Yang family has always been arrogant. Today, you've come to beg me. I can't refuse without losing face. Giving you ten percent is already very generous."
"Lu Fan, you're going too far!" Yang Jia Qi said coldly. "Do you really want both of us to suffer?"
"With me, there's never a case of mutual destruction; there's only the bankruptcy of the Yang family," Lu Fan slowly stood up. "The moment you broke off our engagement, all of this was sealed."
"I didn't expect you to still remember!" Yang Ding Tian sneered. "Just because of a broken engagement, you intend to target Yang Shi Pharmacy?"
"He who insults others will be insulted in return!" Lu Fan sneered. "I have other matters to attend to, so I won't keep you company. Since you're unwilling to cooperate, I imagine it won't be long before Yang Shi Enterprise is ruined."
Watching his retreating figure, Yang Jia Qi slumped back into his chair, his face burning with anger. He had never been so arrogantly treated.
"This is all your doing!" Yang Ding Tian slapped him. "With Yang Shi Pharmacy in your hands, it will be ruined sooner or later."
Yang Jia Qi felt extremely wronged. If he had known Lu Fan was so formidable, he wouldn't have offended him. Unfortunately, it was too late to say anything now.
"Grandfather, what should we do now?" Yang Jia Qi pleaded. "If this continues, Yang Shi Pharmacy might really go bankrupt before long."
"Don't panic!" Yang Ding Tian sneered. "This brat can monopolize Qingzhou, but he doesn't have sufficient financial resources. Moreover, the Yang family has backing. When the time comes, we can make sure he can't handle the consequences!"
"Grandfather, are you referring to the Zhao family?" Yang Jia Qi's eyes gleamed. "Are you planning to ask the Zhao family to step in?"
"Unless absolutely necessary, I won't humble myself. But if it comes to that, I'll have no choice," Old Master Yang said with a wry smile. "The Zhao family and I have some acquaintance. It shouldn't be difficult for them to intervene."
"This way, we can cut off Taikang Pharmacy's lifeline," Yang Jia Qi sneered. "The Zhao family's strength is far greater than the Bai family's. Even if Taikang Pharmacy has the Bai family behind it, it will be difficult for them to rise."
"While that may be true, I fear that Taikang Pharmacy's true backer is not the Bai family," Yang Ding Tian said with a heavy expression. "I truly regret it. If you had chosen him, your future prospects would have been boundless!"
"Grandfather, it's all in the past. What's the point of discussing it?" Yang Jia Qi said helplessly.
At some point in the past, he had also thought about his relationship with Lu Fan. He had indeed been too heartless then, otherwise, Lu Fan wouldn't have become like this.
After they left, Lu Fan stood in his office, holding a cup of coffee, gazing at the buildings below, appearing out of place.
"Mr. Lu, they've already left. After this period, Yang Shi Pharmaceutical has suffered significant losses," Manager Chen said with a smile. "It's likely that Yang Shi Pharmacy will go bankrupt before long, achieving the first step you desired."
"A starved camel is still larger than a horse. Yang Shi Pharmaceutical has stood for so many years; it must have its strengths," Lu Fan smiled. "We cannot afford to be careless."
Manager Chen nodded quickly, his eyes filled with flattery.
"By the way, have the instructions I gave been carried out?" Lu Fan asked.
"Rest assured, Mr. Lu. The company's senior management will act according to your instructions, ensuring Lin Ke never discovers that you are the helmsman of Taikang Pharmacy," Manager Chen nodded quickly.
"That's good!" Lu Fan nodded. "You've handled this matter well!"
Manager Chen was secretly pleased, while Lu Fan had already left. Looking at his retreating figure, Manager Chen shook his head. "Mr. Lu is truly extraordinary. Even his methods of wooing women are novel. But then again, with so many gold-diggers nowadays, it's understandable that Mr. Lu wants to find someone who isn't after his money."
In the sales department, many people were working. Not far away, Lin Ke was organizing documents, seemingly making significant progress. "Xiao Qi, there are several major clients tonight. These deals are almost finalized."
"Got it!" Xiao Qi smiled. "I've heard that you're a sales guru. You've only just entered the industry and have already closed several big deals!"
Meanwhile, not far away, Group Leader Zhou was also organizing files. It was almost time to get off work, and after a day's work, he naturally wanted to rest. However, when he saw a familiar figure, he stood up straight and hurried out to greet him.
"Mr. Lu, why are you here?" Group Leader Zhou asked, seemingly under considerable pressure.
"Manager Chen should have told you!" Lu Fan glanced at him. "Why are you still calling me Mr. Lu?"
"It's my fault, it's my fault!" Group Leader Zhou quickly nodded.
"You go ahead and attend to your business if there's anything," Lu Fan said with a wry smile. "There's no need to be so formal with me. It's almost time to get off work, just pretend you don't know me."
Group Leader Zhou nodded, not daring to slacken in the slightest.
Lu Fan paid no mind and walked towards the sales team.
Lin Ke finished organizing her documents and looked at the figure entering, her face instantly turning awkward. "Brother Lu Fan, why did you come in? I'm on duty right now!"