After Rebirth, Married to a Deadly Enemy - Chapter 33

After accompanying Shi Ning to use the virtual chamber, Bai Xiangxing returned to his room. Just as he was about to take a shower, he received a call from Xiang Rong.

 

“Do you have something to ask me?” The video call connected, and Bai Xiangxing, without any warning, threw out this line, instantly darkening Xiang Rong’s handsome face.

 

Fine, he did have something to ask for, but with Bai Xiangxing’s attitude, how could he bring it up?

 

Frustrating!

 

“Alright, spill it.” Despite the banter, if Xiang Rong needed his help, Bai Xiangxing would lend a hand. Bai Xiangxing might tease, but deep down, he still cared for Xiang Rong, who had treated him as a big brother in their past lives. However, in this life, Xiang Rong had seemingly tossed him aside since he gained an older brother. Well, Bai Xiangxing admitted to feeling a bit jealous – it was only natural.

 

“My brother has a roommate in prison who also wants to leave.” Xiang Rong explained the situation concisely after Bai Xiangxing’s direct question.

 

“Is his situation similar to your brother’s? Similar to being unable to leave due to external factors even after serving the sentence?” That’s what ‘similar’ meant—having completed the term but still unable to get out.

 

“Yes.” Xiang Rong nodded.

 

“Alright, I’ll contact my lawyer. However, he’ll have to cover the expenses himself.” Bai Xiangxing said.

 

“Is it also one million star coins?” Xiang Rong asked.

 

Bai Xiangxing hesitated for a moment before recalling that he casually mentioned one million star coins when Xiang Rong asked about conditions back at the Third Prison. He didn’t really want that amount. If he did, he wouldn’t have allowed Xiang Rong to stay there. What if the two brothers vanished from existence after leaving prison? However, since Xiang Rong asked, as a capitalist, he couldn’t let go of this opportunity.

 

“Yes, it’s also one million.” Bai Xiangxing affirmed.

 

“I’ll convey the message.” With that, Xiang Rong hung up the call.

 

“…Dead kid, using me and then tossing me aside.” Bai Xiangxing gritted his teeth in frustration.

 

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The first batch of drugs from the contract signed between Bai Xiangxing and Changsheng Group had been delivered successfully. As the drugs were widely used, word of mouth began to accumulate. Combined with the fact that the new drug was only 10% more expensive than traditional suppressants, most people willingly chose to purchase the cost-effective new drug.

 

For a while, anywhere covered by Star Network, whether it was a pharmacy or a hospital, would hear inquiries about the new drug. With the rising popularity, within a short day, New Shi received massive orders that hadn’t been seen in the past decade. Given New Shi’s current production capacity, they could only choose to accept a part of these orders.

 

“All five long-term cooperating businesses of Bai Group have signed contracts with us.” Wan Tong handed the newly signed contracts to Bai Xiangxing.

 

“Are these all one-year contracts?” Bai Xiangxing asked while flipping through the documents.

 

“Yes.” Wan Tong nodded.

 

“Not bad.” Bai Xiangxing nodded and continued, “Can New Shi’s production capacity keep up now?”

 

“We’re overwhelmed with demand. However, the HR department is already recruiting, and we expect to double production within this month.” Wan Tong replied.

 

“Alright, you go ahead and handle it. If the production capacity catches up, remember, still prioritize supplying Bai Group’s cooperating businesses.” Bai Xiangxing openly expressed his desire to ruin Bai Group. He didn’t hide his intentions, openly targeting them.

 

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Bai Group.

 

In the executive meeting, Bai Cang was pointing at the Sales Manager, scolding fiercely, “What have you been eating? You only managed to secure this tiny amount of orders for the next quarter?”

 

“Bai CEO, it’s not that I don’t want to sign more, it’s just that I can’t sign more.” The Sales Manager was scolded badly, but there was nothing he could do.

 

“What did I hire you for? Not to explore new clients. These are all old clients we’ve cooperated with for over a decade. How can’t you sign with them? Have you offended them?” Bai Cang asked.

 

“They… they all signed contracts with New Shi.” The Sales Manager replied.

 

“New Shi?!”

 

“The new drugs produced by New Shi are in high demand in the market, better than the suppressants we produce. Moreover, the General Manager of New Shi, Bai… I mean, the new General Manager, publicly declared that… that…”

 

“What did he say?” Bai Cang impatiently asked.

 

“He said that any cooperating business of Bai Group wanting the new drugs, New Shi will prioritize supplying them.” The Sales Manager said with a stiff expression.

 

“This brat Bai Xiangxing, what is he trying to do?!” Bai Cang scolded fiercely.

 

The meeting room fell into a silent and uncomfortable atmosphere. However, everyone present knew the reason. Bai Xiangxing was deliberately retaliating.

 

“Why is everyone silent? Did I hire you to be here and watch the show? Find a solution!” Bai Cang couldn’t contain his anger seeing the executives sitting there like quails.

 

“We could try developing new clients.” The Sales Manager suggested.

 

“Can new clients consume the stockpile in our warehouse?” With all five major cooperating businesses taken away, Bai Group had accumulated a considerable amount of inventory.

 

“We could lower prices a bit, sell to remote star systems. Remote systems are remote; New Shi’s drugs might not be as popular there.” Someone suggested.

 

“Sell to remote star systems? Doesn’t that mean we’re being squeezed out by New Shi in the pharmaceutical sales market?” Bai Cang couldn’t accept it. If they were squeezed out by New Shi, it meant he had lost to Bai Xiangxing. After all the effort he put into turning Bai Xiangxing into an Omega, wasn’t it to trample on him?

 

“New Shi is just a small place. Even if they produce around the clock 24/7, how many drugs can they produce? Can they take over the entire alliance pharmaceutical business?” Bai Cang refused to believe it.

 

“Bai CEO.” The Sales Manager once again said with a stiff expression, “New Shi is intentionally targeting us. Although they can’t monopolize the entire pharmaceutical business, as long as they continue to target us, those who want to cooperate with New Shi won’t cooperate with us. After all, the alliance has more pharmaceutical factories than just Bai Group’s.”

 

“I don’t care. If you can’t sell it, it’s your problem. Solve it or all of you can get out!” Bai Cang stormed out angrily, slamming the door.

 

People below exchanged glances, their faces full of helplessness. Some even comfortingly patted the Sales Manager’s shoulder.

 

The Sales Manager forced a bitter smile on his face, wondering if he should start looking for a way out.

 

The capital market is most sensitive to news. In just a few days, the news of Bai Group’s cooperating businesses leaving and the stagnant sales of drugs spread. Bai Group’s stocks fell for a week straight, losing over ten billion star coins.

 

After reading this message, Bai Xiangxing felt as if he had gained a windfall, enjoying an extra bowl of breakfast as if the several billion star coins lost by the Bai Group had ended up in his pocket.

 

After breakfast, just as Bai Xiangxing was about to go to work, a floating vehicle slowly approached and stopped at the courtyard gate. Wondering who would visit at this hour, he saw the door open, revealing a slender figure with blue eyes – an Alpha. Following closely behind was a familiar face, Xiang Rong, and a young man who resembled him, Xiang Yan.

 

Surprised to see Xiang Rong after a long time, Bai Xiangxing hesitated for a moment. Xiang Yan, who used to appear dispirited, now stood calmly, exuding a scholarly aura. It was quite a change from the impression Bai Xiangxing had before.

 

“If it weren’t for Xiang Rong standing next to Xiang Yan, I might not recognize him,” Bai Xiangxing thought. He realized that the blue-eyed Alpha was likely Xiang Yan’s roommate.

 

“Where are you going?” Xiang Rong asked as Bai Xiangxing seemed ready to leave.

 

“To work,” Bai Xiangxing replied nonchalantly.

 

“Haven’t I sent you a message saying we’ll be back today?”

 

“Be back when you’re back. Do I have to wait for you at home?” Bai Xiangxing retorted, leaving the three of them momentarily speechless. Xiang Rong was at a loss for words, realizing Bai Xiangxing indeed had no reason to wait for them. Xiang Yan and Dong Ziyu were surprised, expecting more attention after Bai Xiangxing’s efforts to free them.

 

Feeling ignored and somewhat awkward, Xiang Rong stammered, “Aren’t you afraid we’ll run away?”

 

“Run away? Because of two million star coins?” Bai Xiangxing chuckled, showing indifference to such a sum. “…” Xiang Rong was once again left speechless.

 

At this moment, Shi Ning, carrying a backpack, walked out of the house and was pleasantly surprised to see Xiang Rong: “Xiang Rong, you’re back. Perfect, come to school with me. Yesterday, your class teacher asked me when you would return to class; the final exams are approaching.”

 

Xiang Rong hadn’t anticipated being away for such a long time, initially taking a three-day leave. However, upon meeting Xiang Yan and later dealing with Dong Ziyu’s appeal, the vacation extended by half a month. With various factors, he had been absent from school for almost a month.

 

“I’ll go tomorrow,” Xiang Rong replied.

 

“Tsk.” As a parent, it was almost instinctive for Bai Xiangxing to urge his child to attend school. He slapped Xiang Rong on the spot and said, “Go to class for me.”

 

“I just got off the spaceship; I haven’t even had breakfast,” Xiang Rong replied instinctively.

 

“Little Ning, fetch him two eggs from the fridge.”

 

“Okay.” Shi Ning approached, grabbed Xiang Rong’s hand, and walked briskly inside. “Xiang Rong, get your backpack. I’ll grab some food for you; we might miss the school bus.”

 

“Youngsters, trying to skip class.” Bai Xiangxing muttered, then suddenly met Xiang Yan’s complex gaze. He felt a pang of guilt – he had forgotten that Xiang Yan was Xiang Rong’s brother.

 

“Cough, well, kids should prioritize their studies.” I didn’t mean to scold your brother; I just want him to study hard.

 

Xiang Yan didn’t know what to say and could only nod.

 

Standing beside Xiang Yan, Dong Ziyu’s blue eyes subtly revealed a hint of amusement.

 

“Wanna come in?” Bai Xiangxing invited them.

 

They nodded, following Bai Xiangxing inside. Wang Ping, who came to pick up Bai Xiangxing for work, hesitated for a moment but decided to follow them. It was his first time seeing these two individuals, and he wasn’t sure if they posed any threat.

 

As the four entered the living room, they saw Shi Ning stuffing a bread into Xiang Rong’s backpack, while Xiang Rong protested, “I don’t like sweet stuff.”

 

“It’s the only option; if you don’t eat, you’ll be hungry all morning.” Shi Ning insisted and pushed it in.

Upon hearing this, Xiang Yan felt a surge of complexity. When did his younger brother become so particular, refusing sweet things? Children from District 64 not only lacked the privilege to be picky but also had limited access to sweet treats.

 

“Bro, Brother Ziyu, I’m off to school. Call me if anything comes up,” Xiang Rong instructed before leaving.

 

“Go ahead.”

 

“Education is important.”

 

With these brief remarks, they waved goodbye to Xiang Rong.

 

Once Xiang Rong left, Dong Ziyu approached Xiang Yan with a smile and whispered, “Your brother just dumped us here directly. It seems he trusts us a lot.”

 

Even without the reminder from his friend, Xiang Yan had also noticed this. At the moment, his mood was quite subtle.

 

“Please have a seat,” Bai Xiangxing invited the two, then asked, “You came to see me; is there something you need?”

 

This question left both of them puzzled. What did he mean by “coming to see him for something”? Shouldn’t it be him seeking them out for some business? Wasn’t he trying to recruit them?

 

“We’re here to express our gratitude,” Dong Ziyu realized and responded with a smile.

 

“No need to be polite; it’s just a small effort.” Besides, he had accepted payment, so it wasn’t entirely altruistic. “By the way, what are your plans going forward? If you intend to settle on Capital Star, I suggest finding a stable job first.”

 

Bai Xiangxing advised.

 

Dong Ziyu’s eyes flickered, thinking that Bai Xiangxing really wasn’t planning to recruit them. Instead, he was subtly taking a step back.

 

After a moment of contemplation, Xiang Yan handed over a piece of paper, saying, “This is my improvement on the mental soothing agent.”

 

Bai Xiangxing’s eyes lit up, instinctively reaching out to take it. However, he stopped just before touching the paper.

 

Surprised, Xiang Yan looked at Bai Xiangxing. He had researched Bai Xiangxing quite a bit online in the past few days. He knew that Bai Xiangxing was currently producing the improved pheromone suppressant that he had previously enhanced. The prescription for this mental soothing agent was something he only revealed after careful consideration. Its value exceeded that of the pheromone suppressant, and Xiang Yan believed it could elevate Bai Xiangxing even further.

 

But why didn’t he accept it? Was he dissatisfied?

 

As these thoughts crossed his mind, Dong Ziyu was also contemplating the situation. Both wondered what Bai Xiangxing was up to. However, Bai Xiangxing interrupted their thoughts, saying, “Tsk, your vigilance is even lower than your brother’s. We haven’t even negotiated the price, and you’re handing me the prescription directly? If it weren’t for my impeccable integrity, your prescription would have been leaked by now.”

 

What’s going on?

 

Also, can you really boast about your impeccable integrity?