Long Xiao: "For example, fifteen years ago, Gene Potion No. 1 appeared. This potion could strengthen a person's physique, but it also had obvious side effects. So, nine years ago, Gene Potion No. 2 was introduced, with significantly fewer side effects. In the last two years, several small categories of gene potions have been developed, such as Gene Potion No. 3 Type A, which enhances muscle strength and bone density; and Gene Potion No. 3 Type E, which strengthens reaction speed."
Ye Tian was shocked: "There are actually gene potions."
Long Xiao: "There are also some chip implants. By implanting computing chips in the brain, one can enhance their combat level, optimize neural responses, and turn an ordinary person into a combat master."
He looked at Ye Tian: "I'm telling you this to make you understand how dangerous this world is. No matter how strong a person's martial power is, they cannot defeat the power of technology."
Ye Tian: "These things, they wouldn't reach the level of Human Immortals, would they?"
"Human Immortals?" Long Xiao retorted, "Can Human Immortals survive a nuclear blast? Can Human Immortals withstand missiles?"
Ye Tian had no answer and said, "Coach, you don't need to scare me. No matter how strong these external forces are, I won't be tempted. I have my own path to follow."
Long Xiao smiled: "I'm not trying to scare you, but to make you feel awe. Only when a person understands fear can they live a long life."
After a few casual remarks, Ye Tian returned to his room to rest.
The next morning, Long Xiao called Ye Tian to participate in a test. The test process was simple. He just needed to pass according to Long Xiao's requirements, without revealing his true strength.
By noon, everyone had completed the test. Out of over a thousand participants, only seventy-five passed and would proceed to the detailed test the next day.
The so-called detailed test involved specific data on certain projects, which would directly correlate with future ranks. If the data was too poor, it would be impossible to become a Purple or Black level martial artist. Therefore, in tomorrow's test, Ye Tian would no longer be able to hold back; he would have to display some of his abilities.
The morning test concluded, and the afternoon was free. He informed Long Xiao and then borrowed Dong Rui's car to head into the city.
He was going to find someone: Hou Jinfang, one of the shareholders of Li Zhixuan's company. Hou Jinfang was not a shareholder before, and his sudden acquisition of shares must have a reason. He had to investigate thoroughly to understand what had happened to Li Zhixuan.
Dragon City, Jinfang Building.
At 2:30 PM, Hou Jinfang stood at the top of the building, looking down at Dragon City with a proud demeanor.
Several subordinates were by his side.
Hou Jinfang was forty-three years old. He started working at sixteen and had been striving for twenty-seven years, reaching his current position step by step. Countless people had been trampled under his feet.
He was not tall, slightly plump, and appeared very kind when he smiled. But no one thought he was kind. Everyone who knew him dared not look him in the eye, as if a devil lurked within them.
"When will Times Company go public?" he asked.
A subordinate quickly replied, "Boss, Ding Xin and Luo Shihao are already preparing for the IPO. It should be ready in about half a year."
Hou Jinfang smiled: "Hmm, half a year isn't long. Let's calculate, based on the current market value, how much can I cash out?"
Another subordinate wearing glasses said, "Boss, the current valuation is thirty-four billion. You hold twenty-four percent of the shares, which is worth eight billion one hundred and sixty million! However, Times Technology's software revenue is still growing, and its market value in half a year will definitely be more than thirty-four billion, so your net worth will increase."
Hou Jinfang was very pleased and said, "It seems my choice was correct. That little vixen Ding Xin is ruthless."
A subordinate chuckled, "But if it weren't for your intervention, she and Luo Shihao wouldn't have been able to complete this plan."
Hou Jinfang grunted, "That's why she's willing to give me twenty-four percent of the shares. There are some things I can do that they cannot."
Suddenly, a subordinate stepped forward and said, "Boss, someone named Ye is asking for an audience, claiming to be sent by Ding Xin."
"Oh?" Hou Jinfang immediately said, "Perfect timing. I have some matters to inquire about from her side. Bring him in."
A short while later, Ye Tian was brought before Hou Jinfang.
Hou Jinfang sized him up and asked, "Why didn't Ding Xin come herself?"
Ye Tian replied, "I haven't met Ding Xin. I'm here to see you."