Infinite Puzzle City

Chapter 767 Bundling of Interests
As night fell, the crowds at the Amazing Pavilion gradually thinned out.

This farce immediately became a hot topic of conversation.

Because communication has not been restored in most areas, there is neither network nor signal, so this matter can only be passed on by word of mouth for the time being.

Even so, the news still spread rapidly to the outside world through various channels.

Because Zhen Ding Wei is closed today, other restaurants in Ruzhou City are doing exceptionally well.

However, all the conversations at the dinner table revolved around the opening of Amazing Pavilion today.

"This time, Fusheng Money Shop has lost a fortune. The forced sale failed, and they even lost their life savings."

"Serves them right. We shouldn't have given them any chance. How can these bastards be so rich? 240 million yuan in ghost money?? Do people really deposit money in their bank?"

Some people have raised doubts, after all, the figure of 240 million yuan in ghost money is too exaggerated.

Even for professionals, a single side quest might yield a few hundred ghost coins at most, and a single expedition into the labyrinth might only earn them a few thousand at most.

A sum of 240 million ghost money is enough for a professional to work tirelessly without sleep or food and drink, and might not be able to accumulate even in a lifetime.

Even if everyone went to Fusheng Money Exchange to deposit money, how many people would it take to raise 240 million? They had never heard of anyone depositing money there.

This question has puzzled many people.

However, there were some true experts in the restaurant who simply smiled dismissively at the question and offered no explanation.

Fusheng Money Shop was the money bag for the Changchun Association; this was an open secret.

Making money is the reason this money bag exists.

As for how to raise money... I forgot, the Fifth Hospital??
Those potions on the market that can increase attributes can easily cost thousands of ghost coins per bottle. Where do the raw materials for these potions come from?

It is unknown how much of the material originated from the Fifth Hospital.

However, since the Fifth Hospital was destroyed, the price of potions that enhance attributes has skyrocketed. Potions that used to cost a few thousand ghost coins now cost almost twice as much.

Those scarce medicines became even scarcer.

This is just the tip of the iceberg for the Changchun Association. No one knows how many other shady businesses like the Fifth Hospital the Changchun Association has.

In short, if they didn't have the means to make money, how could they afford to run a money exchange?

While the crowd outside was buzzing with discussion, Xiao Ran was busy seeing off the big shots who had come to show their support.

According to the proportions Xiao Ran had previously designed, Di Ting and the others had already signed the equity agreement for Jingqi Pavilion.

As for the old dog that turned into the little black dog, since he couldn't sign, he simply pressed his fingerprint on the equity agreement.

These agreements were made in duplicate; one copy was kept by Xiao Ran herself, and the other was tucked into the gifts that Xiao Ran prepared for these big shots.

The heavy gifts weighed down on Li Shanjia and the others, making them grin from ear to ear.

"Brother, from now on, your business is our business. I dare not say anything else, but if we encounter any blind bastards on the Netherworld, the three of us brothers will beat them so badly that their own mothers won't recognize them."

Li Shanjia patted his chest and assured Xiao Ran.

These words made Liu Mu and the old demon Qing Hai roll their eyes inwardly, thinking, "Bullshit, would you dare to go and beat up the monster?"

Of course, Li Shanjia and his group wouldn't dare, but if they really encountered the enemy again, Xiao Ran believed that just shaking the bell in her hand would be enough to make the enemy flee in panic.

Di Ting walked to Xiao Ran's side: "Today's events went very smoothly. I came in a hurry and have nothing else, but I was entrusted to give you this item, which you may need in the future."

As Di Ting listened, he took out a round, white, and jade-like lotus seed from his sleeve and handed it to Xiao Ran.

"Good stuff!"

The demon's eyes lit up, and he immediately recognized the origin of the lotus seeds. He explained to Xiao Ran, "These are lotus seeds from the merit lotus planted by Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva. In the vast Netherworld, these are among the most precious treasures."

"This...is too valuable."

Xiao Ran hesitated upon hearing this.

But Di Ting handed the lotus seeds directly to Xiao Ran, smiled and nodded at her, chanting: "The golden cicada sings in summer, shedding its mortal cage; the jade toad lies on the moon, guarding its crimson hue. The essence of Zen and the spirit of Tao are originally shared; the heart of clouds and water is always the same. Namo Amitabha!"

After Di Ting finished reciting the poem, he turned around, grabbed the little black dog at his feet that was about to lift its hind leg, and hugged it tightly in his arms: "We're off."

"call!!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a black wind suddenly appeared before them, and a white mist obscured the view of what appeared to be a secluded path behind them, its destination unknown.

Xiao Ran was stunned for a moment, not understanding the meaning of the poem. Seeing that Di Ting and the others were about to leave, she suddenly asked, "What should I do with those two big heads?"

"You can dismantle the parts, but the main body of the head must not be damaged. Someone will come to redeem it from you later."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Ran couldn't help but pout: "So, these two big heads aren't mine after all?"

"Brother, we're leaving now. Take care. Next time you come to the Underworld, I'll treat you to a drink."

Yao Huo waved to Xiao Ran and followed behind to say goodbye.

Following closely behind were the three Li brothers.

Before leaving, Li Shanjia gave Xiao Ran a dark horn, saying that as long as they arrived in the underworld, they could blow the horn and all three brothers could hear it, no matter how far away they were. Whoever was closest would come over immediately.

"Big Brother!"

Chongshan and Cao Shi walked at the very back, each carrying a large box.

Xiao Ran patted Chong Shan on the shoulder and said, "Go back and share some with the other brothers. You've suffered for so long, but it won't happen again. Make sure the brothers have good food and drink, and I'll come back to see you."

"Ugh."

Chongshan nodded heavily, then, carrying the box, happily left with Cao Shi.

"Whoosh~~" A gentle breeze swept by, and the vast white mist in front of us disappeared without a trace along with it.

Looking around, all I could see were a few paper figures and a dark paper dog.

It was as if everything before had just been a dream.

Xiao Ran turned to Liu Mu and Qing Hai Lao Mo behind him and said, "Burn the paper figures."

"okay!"

Liu Mu responded, stepped forward, piled the paper figures together, and then lit a fire.

The old demon Qinghai couldn't help but sigh, "With one big golden egg in each of you, even the Five Ghost Emperors in the Underworld will have to think twice before they dare to touch you."

"Hey!" Xiao Ran grinned. "What can I do? There are just too many good people in this world."

Twenty-four silver eggs and twelve large gold eggs.

This gift truly made Xiao Ran realize what it means to become rich overnight.

Now, Amazing Pavilion doesn't even need to go through the slow snowballing process. With the initial capital, it can easily double its business again.

At this moment, I can truly be considered wealthy and powerful.

“However…” Xiao Ran frowned at this moment, took out the lotus seed that Di Ting had given him, and put it in his hand.

The lotus seed was as white as jade, radiating a pure and flawless luster. Xiao Ran could feel the life force surging within it simply by placing it in her palm, as powerful and unstoppable as a surging river.

He silently recited the poem that Di Ting had recited before leaving.

"The cicada sings in summer, shedding its mortal cage; the jade toad lies on the moon, guarding its crimson hue."

After reciting it several times, Xiao Ran had a sudden thought and carefully put the lotus seed away in a small bottle.

He thought to himself, "Whether or not I can save Jin Chanzi depends on this lotus seed."

Early the next morning, the sky was bright.

Yang Jun and his group came to the door, and as soon as they entered, they told Xiao Ran a shocking piece of gossip.

"Yesterday, Penglai Tower suddenly attacked Fusheng Bank, using the same methods they used against you. The head manager of Penglai Tower took action and launched a forced sale against Fusheng Bank. In just one night, Fusheng Bank was renamed."

After Yang Jun finished speaking, he asked Bai Shatang to bring out a detailed report for Xiao Ran.

Xiao Ran took it and examined it carefully. In addition to the actions taken at Penglai Tower last night, there was also a photocopy of an agreement.

Penglai Tower and Fusheng Bank reached an agreement: Penglai Tower would lend Fusheng Bank 120 million to help Fusheng Bank acquire Jingqi Pavilion.

Xiao Ran was not surprised to see the information above.

In fact, when the other party made a move against her yesterday, offering a hefty sum of 240 million yuan, Xiao Ran already suspected that Penglai Tower might be involved.

With such a huge sum of money, Fusheng Bank has no reason to put all the risk on itself.

But he never expected that Penglai Tower, seeing that it could not annex Jingqi Pavilion, would turn around and annex Fusheng Money Shop.

Xiao Ran read the report carefully. What surprised her more was not Penglai Tower's attack on Fusheng Bank, but the bridging agreement between the two. How could the company have obtained a copy of such a confidential document?

This inevitably made Xiao Ran look at the company's capabilities in a new light.

After delivering the news, Yang Jun took a sip of tea, then sat down in his chair, rubbing his thighs with both hands, looking as if he had something difficult to say.

Seeing this, Xiao Ran pretended not to notice and said to Yang Jun, "I plan to go out tomorrow and may not be back for a while. You can ask Manager Li about the affairs of Jingqi Pavilion. I have already made arrangements. Manager Li will take extra care of Brother Yang's affairs in the future."

"Are you going out?"

Yang Jun was somewhat surprised. In his opinion, Xiao Ran had already achieved a great leap forward. Regardless of whether Penglai Tower, Donglongfang, or even the company wanted to admit it, Jingqi Pavilion was now the third largest force on the surface.

At this time, Xiao Ran should have stayed in the Amazing Pavilion to further develop and expand it, and then used the vast resources of the Amazing Pavilion to continuously improve herself. Why would she choose to go out at this time?
"Yes!"

Xiao Ran nodded, his gaze fixed on the door: "My brothers are still waiting for me."

After saying that, he turned to Yang Jun and said, "I have other things to do, so I won't keep you company. But I've left you a gift. It's right there. Take a look for yourself."

"Gift?"

Yang Jun followed Xiao Ran's gaze and saw a box next to him. Just as he was about to ask Xiao Ran what was inside, Xiao Ran had already walked out the door.

Seeing this, Yang Jun and Bai Shatang exchanged a glance, walked to the box, opened it, and found a contract and a golden egg inside.

"This……"

Yang Jun quickly picked up the contract and saw that it was a 5% shareholding agreement for Jingqi Pavilion, with Yang Jun's name already written on it.

All it takes is Yang Jun's signature for it to take effect.

Yang Jun's face flushed immediately. His original intention was to borrow money, after all, the company had invested too much recently and needed money in too many places. Donglongfang had already provided a lot of financial support, and he really couldn't come up with any more now.

Before she could even speak, Xiao Ran had already brought the food over.

At this moment, Li Botong walked in and, seeing that Yang Jun was still lost in thought, cleared his throat and said:

"Ahem, General Yang, what the Pavilion Master means is that this money can be used for the company's emergency needs, but the shares can only be held by you, General Yang. If the holder changes, the contract will be void. This is the greatest sincerity that Amazing Pavilion has for the company. Please do not let it down, General."

Yang Jun was stunned for a few seconds, then immediately understood what Xiao Ran meant. He could keep the shares himself, but he couldn't give them to the company. As for the money allocated to him, whether he was willing to hand it over to the company was his personal matter.

In this way, he not only silenced the company, but also tied his own and the company's interests to Jingqi Pavilion, while also keeping out the company's veterans who were close to Changchun.

With Xiao Ran going to such lengths, what more can Yang Jun say?

He could only say to Li Botong in front of him, "Ruzhou does not belong to me, Yang, nor am I the local tyrant. But based on this sentiment, as long as I, Yang, am in office in Ruzhou, anyone who dares to mess with Jingqi Pavilion, no matter who it is, I, Yang, will personally smash their head!"

(End of this chapter)