"No, Brother Tang! Didn't you come to persuade Brother Cao? Why are you involved yourself?"
Tang Haoran explained, "Young Brother Han, you know the relationship between the Wang family and my Tang family very well. Even if it weren't for you, how could my Tang family stand by and do nothing about his actions?"
"Besides, I'm not like Old Man Cao. I'm just lending it to you. Once the crisis is resolved, you'll have to return it to me. However, for the stability of Le City's business community, I think it would be better for us to unite and manage it collectively after this. We'll each hold shares, so no one loses out. What do you think?"
Tang Haoran's explanation made Han Lang completely understand.
The Wang family was backed by the Zhao family, and the Zhao family and the Tang family of Star City were mortal enemies. Therefore, facing the Wang family's growth through such unsavory means, Tang Haoran naturally could not stand idly by!
Secondly, the Han family's crisis was indeed imminent.
Without the support of the Tang and Cao families' strength, it would be difficult to defeat the Wang family, which held the power of two major affluent families.
Furthermore, after this matter was resolved, the three major affluent families would merge into one, dividing their industries by shares. Not only would everyone avoid losses, but as Tang Haoran said, it would also reduce unfair competition in Le City's business community.
This plan, which killed three birds with one stone, was undoubtedly the best solution at present.
Thinking of this, Han Lang no longer hesitated and agreed.
"Alright! Since both of you brothers have said so much, I won't refuse."
He then said to Han Kang, "Han Kang, the task is heavy and the road is long! With the full support of Brother Cao and Brother Tang, you must not disappoint everyone!"
Han Kang nodded firmly, "Don't worry, brother! If the strength of the three major affluent families can't defeat the Wang family's two major affluent families, then I don't need to be the general manager of Han's Group!"
Seeing Han Kang's spirited demeanor, Han Lang nodded with satisfaction.
Then, he changed the subject and looked at Cao Xuerong, asking,
"Miss Peach Blossom, I'd like to ask you. If you could cultivate immortality, would you be willing to join the path?"
"Ah?"
Cao Xuerong looked confused, but Old Master Cao looked delighted.
However, to respect Cao Xuerong's own choice, he did not say a word.
Han Lang winked at Han Kang, who quickly went to Cao Xuerong's side and explained the matters of the cultivator world to her one by one.
After hearing everything, Cao Xuerong was astonished.
But looking around, it seemed everyone present knew this secret.
Including her grandfather!
Amidst the shock, Han Lang added, "Our cultivation resources are limited, so if you are willing to join the path, I can temper your body and teach you cultivation methods and techniques, but I cannot provide you with high-quality cultivation resources. However, you don't need to worry, Brother Tang can give you all of his, which will not affect your cultivation. What do you think?"
Cao Xuerong was immediately hesitant upon hearing this.
It wasn't that she didn't want to, she did.
It wasn't because she yearned for immortality, but because she wanted to be like Han Kang.
But if she wanted to, her future cultivation would consume all of Tang Haoran's resources.
This was something she was reluctant to do!
After hesitating for a long time, she still couldn't make a decision and said uncertainly,
"This... Young Master, please give me more time to think! It's mainly that as a weak woman, I'm not sure if I can endure the hardship of cultivation!"
Old Master Cao's eyes showed some disappointment upon hearing this. However, he quickly regained his composure.
As long as it was Cao Xuerong's choice, he was willing to support her unconditionally.
However, Han Kang seemed to have seen through Cao Xuerong's thoughts and immediately said,
"Brother! I think we should temper Xuerong's body. Please teach her some suitable cultivation methods and techniques. As for occupying Uncle Tang's cultivation resources, there's no need for that! I'll share my portion with her!"
"But... this will slow down both of your progress. And after we both reach the Golden Core stage in the future, we basically won't be able to provide you with Spirit Gathering Pills anymore. You need to think clearly!"
Han Kang waved his hand and then smiled, giving his reason.
"It's okay! I'm not cultivating to truly achieve immortality. I purely want to have the ability to protect myself and the people I love."
Speaking of this, Han Kang affectionately took Cao Xuerong's hand and continued,
"I believe Xuerong's thoughts are the same as mine! We have similar strengths, which gives us another common topic. Moreover, we are both busy dealing with family businesses every day and don't have much time for cultivation. Therefore, I think sharing one portion of cultivation resources is enough for us. What do you think, Xuerong?"
Looking at Han Kang's eyes filled with loving tenderness, Cao Xuerong's heart was also filled with sweetness. She smiled and replied,
"Achieving immortality is too far away. In comparison, I prefer to cherish the present. Han Kang, I think the same as you. If I really want to cultivate, it's only to get closer to you. Therefore, I agree with your plan!"
Han Kang smiled happily upon hearing this. Then he looked at Han Lang.
Han Lang did not reply but looked at Old Master Cao, seeking his opinion.
Old Master Cao nodded slightly upon seeing this.
In fact, he was initially just worried that the Cao family would suffer the same fate as the Tian family.
Under this pressure, he would not hesitate to use his old face to morally blackmail Han Lang or Tang Haoran.
However, doing so would make him feel guilty!
If Han Kang's current proposal could give Cao Xuerong the ability to protect herself, while also not forcing Tang Haoran to give up his cultivation resources, then it would be the best outcome.
Seeing that no one had any objections, Han Lang had no choice but to agree.
"In that case, let's decide this matter!"
Upon hearing this, Tang Haoran was displeased!
"No, that won't do! If that's the case, wouldn't my Tang family be occupying two portions of resources for nothing? How can I rest easy knowing that?"
Hearing this, Cao Xuerong and Han Kang looked at each other.
Han Lang's head ached even more, and he said impatiently,
"Oh dear, why is it always so difficult to divide things fairly? Brother Tang, what do you suggest then?"
Tang Haoran chuckled and said, "It's simple! I'll give half of my portion to Han Kang and Xuerong. This way, our progress will be similar. I'm getting old, and my room for improvement is limited. I think sharing three ways is very reasonable! Haha..."
Han Lang looked at Han Kang, Han Kang looked at Cao Xuerong, and Cao Xuerong could only smile helplessly and reply,
"Then, let's do it like this! Hehe..."
Seeing that everything was going to be happy, Han Lang then took out the last Body Tempering Pill from the third floor of the tower, handed it to Han Kang, and instructed,
"You should know how to use the Body Tempering Pill. As for the cultivation methods, I'll tell you separately later! However, you must also remember. In cultivation, avoid anxiety. If conditions permit in the future, I will try to ensure your supply of Spirit Gathering Pills!"
Han Kang happily took the Body Tempering Pill and quickly said,
"Thank you, brother!"