Chapter 723 Humility for the Greater Good
The phone had not yet hung up, and Old Huang also heard the report from his subordinates, his face filled with despair.
Chen Xuan was not only valued by Wang Zhonghua but also courted by Western medicine. Qin Weizhong was finished!
"President Qin, you should make your own plans," Old Huang said.
"I know..."
Qin Weizhong nodded, having no mind to say more, and hung up the phone.
As Qin Weizhong was pondering what to do next, bad news came from the provincial government.
According to a significant meeting of the provincial government, it was decided to reinstate Chen Xuan's title as the Medicine King. Furthermore, Qin Weizhong, suspected of crimes, was removed from his position as President of the Medical Association and appointed as acting president. All affairs would be handled by Elder Zhang, pending investigation by the Medical Association before further disposition.
Upon hearing this news, Qin Weizhong nearly fainted.
He had schemed meticulously, believing Chen Xuan to be a mere fish on a chopping block, someone he could easily control. Yet, he never imagined Chen Xuan to be a great white shark. Not only did he fail to subdue Chen Xuan, but he was also brought down by Chen Xuan himself.
What to do next, Qin Weizhong could only ponder on his own...
In any case, he had gone from a formal position to that of an acting president, sidelined. Old Huang's days were not easy either. After confirming that Chen Xuan had cured the infectious disease, he became even more timid, hurrying to sell off his assets to gather the twenty billion, fearing Wang Zhonghua would seize upon any weakness.
Meanwhile, Chen Xuan was driving back to the Su family villa. On the way, Elder Zhang called Chen Xuan, informing him of the good news of his reinstatement as the Medicine King, as well as Elder Zhang's own restoration as a committee member of the Medical Association.
And there was more good news: Elder Zhang was now in charge of the Medical Association's affairs, with a high probability of becoming the new President, though an official order had not yet been issued.
Chen Xuan smiled and said, "Elder Zhang, please expedite the review of the Su family's new medicines."
The reason he went through such a complex ordeal was solely because the Su family was in trouble. He didn't care about the title of Jiangnan Medicine King and didn't give it any thought.
"Hahaha, Brother Chen Xuan, you can rest assured! I've already assigned someone to handle this matter."
"Then I'll trouble you, Elder Zhang."
After a few polite exchanges, Chen Xuan hung up the phone, gazing at the scenery outside the window, his eyes slightly narrowed.
Soon, Chen Xuan returned to the Su family villa.
As soon as he entered the living room, Jiang Biyun came out, complaining, "Chen Xuan, where have you been these past few days? You haven't come home to help. Look at how the house has become!"
These past few days, the Su family had been in great turmoil. There were constant troubles with debt collectors and people coming to breach contracts, yet Chen Xuan, who should have been sharing the burden with Su Yunxi, hadn't even shown his face.
Every time she saw Su Yunxi's worn-out appearance, Jiang Biyun's heart ached. Now that she finally saw Chen Xuan, how could she not complain?
"Aunt Jiang, what happened?" Chen Xuan asked, his brow furrowed, sensing the gravity of the situation.
So, Jiang Biyun recounted the events to Chen Xuan.
Chen Xuan understood. The main issue was whether the new medicine launched at the press conference could be mass-produced and sent to the customers who had placed orders. However, due to Qin Weizhong's interference, the new medicine could not be shipped.
Customers demanded compensation from Su's Pharmaceutical, the sales channels demanded compensation, and the suppliers of raw materials also demanded compensation from Su's Pharmaceutical because the medicines could not be purchased.
Su's Pharmaceutical was currently facing a huge crisis; one wrong step could lead to bankruptcy and liquidation.
"Auntie, don't worry, everything is over," Chen Xuan said calmly.
The key issue was whether the new medicine could be sold. Once it could be sold, everything would be resolved. According to Elder Zhang's information, the new medicine had already been approved.
Jiang Biyun pouted, not believing Chen Xuan's words at all.
Chen Xuan, too lazy to explain, called Elder Zhang again to inquire about the Su family's new medicine. It turned out that the Medical Association was still going through the process, which was rather slow, and an order still needed to be issued.
Chen Xuan was well aware of the speed at which such institutions operated; it was deeply ingrained. Chen Xuan could only accept it as it was.
"Chen Xuan, hurry up and check the study!"
Suddenly, Jiang Biyun remembered something, slapped her thigh, and said urgently.
"What is it? Is Yunxi in the study?" Chen Xuan's eyebrows lifted.
"Yunxi is in the study discussing matters with clients, but I just heard those clients shouting. I wanted to go in and see, but Su Yunxi chased me out. You should go quickly," Jiang Biyun said anxiously.
"How dare they yell at Yunxi, they're looking for death!"
Chen Xuan's gaze turned cold, and he clenched his fists, heading towards the study upstairs.
"Those clients are all important clients of the Su family. Nearly sixty percent of the pharmaceuticals were bought by them annually. Watch what you say, don't cause any trouble." Jiang Bixia couldn't help but remind him.
Chen Xuan was prone to resorting to violence at the slightest disagreement, and she was truly worried that he would beat up these clients.
These clients were very important; if they were beaten, the Su family would be in great trouble.
"Oh, I know." Chen Xuan nodded without looking back.
The study.
The study was spacious. On the east wall, there was an entire wall of books, a computer desk in front, all meticulously organized. Around the walls were various ancient paintings, exuding an ancient charm.
At this moment, at the large discussion table opposite, sat three men in well-tailored suits.
These three men were all important clients of Su's Pharmaceutical.
"Director Su, have you considered our offer? As long as you agree to let us invest in Su's Pharmaceutical, we will not only not revoke the contract but also inject twenty billion yuan into Su's Pharmaceutical. With this twenty billion, Su's Pharmaceutical will be revitalized."
The speaker was Mr. Yang Tiansheng, the General Manager of Xingsheng Group.
Xingsheng Group had a strong background and immense power, a force that could not be underestimated.
Rumor had it that the main shareholders behind Xingsheng Group were members of the Li family, one of the four great families.
"Yes, Director Su, you should consider it carefully. If you cannot deliver the medicine, Su's Pharmaceutical will have to pay at least ten billion in compensation. Su's Pharmaceutical likely cannot afford ten billion right now. As long as you agree to sell a portion of your shares, Su's Pharmaceutical will usher in new life."
"Director Su, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, you absolutely must not miss it. We all have high hopes for Su's Pharmaceutical, and with our participation, Su's Pharmaceutical can not only overcome the difficulties but also resolve the crisis."
The other two general managers also chuckled.
Su Yunxi, sitting opposite them, was contemplating what to do next.
What the three men said was not unreasonable. They each wanted twenty percent of the shares, and in return, they would not pursue Su's Pharmaceutical's liability and would invest twenty billion yuan. Effectively, Su Yunxi would receive thirty billion yuan.
If it were before, Su Yunxi would not have cared about this money, as the market for the new medicine would be worth hundreds of billions. But now, with the new medicine in jeopardy, the situation was entirely different.
After careful consideration, Su Yunxi gritted her teeth, choosing to cut off a limb to survive, to humble herself for the greater good. It seemed this was the only way...