The moment this question was raised, everyone fell silent.
Countless eyes were fixed on Qing Guan Zhenren, awaiting his reply.
"This is a well-posed question!"
Qing Guan Zhenren waved his hand grandly and declared with high spirits, "This Zhenren divined last night and foresaw a fortunate star descending, with purple qi coming from the east. I believe it won't be long before the stock market soars like the dragon脉 of the Han River, rising ninety thousand li!"
Qing Guan Zhenren's words were highly inflammatory.
They instantly ignited the emotions of the crowd. Recalling Tang Zhao's earlier introduction to the Baiyan Mountain project, anyone with a modicum of economic sense knew that once this project was completed, it had the absolute potential to revitalize the entire economy of Hanjiang.
And if one could participate now, even just to get a small share, they would undoubtedly make a fortune in the future.
This was a golden opportunity!
The attendees at the scene, shedding their previous despondency, became excited one by one.
"I knew it! The municipality is planning roads, schools, and hospitals here. This is a signal for a major undertaking!"
"I also heard that the municipality plans to build a new commercial district centered around the Baiyan Mountain project, vigorously developing tourism, hotels, and financial industries here!"
"Really? Is this information reliable? Why haven't we heard about it?"
"It's very likely true. Although the specific plan hasn't been released yet, I heard that the higher-ups attach great importance to it and are already discussing it in meetings!"
"Wow, if that's the case, then it's really going to take off!"
...
The clamor was incessant, and Qing Guan Zhenren's face shone brilliantly, appearing like a sage descending to earth in everyone's eyes.
In fact, most of these people were plants arranged by Ling Feng long ago. However, what they were saying was true, because he had already arranged for people to communicate with the Hanjiang municipal department.
The plans would be announced soon!
With this news, everyone present was invigorated.
Backstage, Yang Fei gave Ling Feng a thumbs-up. "Brilliant, truly brilliant!"
Ling Feng, however, shook his head indifferently. "It's far from over. The Wuhu Group will still struggle desperately. The real show is yet to come, keep watching!"
Yang Fei was slightly taken aback by this.
Then, on the screen, someone suddenly threw their shoulder-mounted photography equipment to the ground.
With a loud clang, all eyes were drawn to it!
"You're talking utter nonsense!"
A young man wearing a baseball cap shouted, "What 'hidden dragon soaring,' what 'adding wings to a tiger,' it's all based on your glib tongue. Do you think everyone is a fool?"
As soon as he spoke, more people in the crowd chimed in.
"Everyone, open the stock market and see how bad it's fallen. How many people will jump off buildings today!"
"Exactly! This guy is just an old swindler! No matter how good your words sound, Lingtian Group is definitely going bankrupt these two days! As for those so-called plans, they're all hearsay. Who knows if they're true or not!"
"Everyone, don't believe this Qing Guan Zhenren. He's just an old swindler hired by Lingtian Group!"
"That's right, that's right! Look, I have his information here. Early in his life, he was a charlatan who performed shamanic dances in a remote mountain village..."
Amidst the commotion, someone even produced an old photograph of Qing Guan Zhenren.
This commotion immediately caused chaos throughout the venue!
Reality has a way of shattering illusions, the ethereal, and even the deified!
And those who are unaware are the most easily swayed and influenced.
"They seem to be right. The stock is still falling!"
"Yes, it doesn't show any sign of a hidden dragon soaring. Even if those plans are true, who knows when they'll be realized!"
"This... Qing Guan Zhenren, say something. What exactly is going on?"
"What else can he say? I've seen that photo. He's just an old swindler from a mountain village. How could this guy be a Feng Shui master? It's ridiculous!"
"This old swindler was clearly hired by Lingtian Group! Old swindler, tell us, how much did Lingtian Group pay you?"
Public opinion wavers, and it's often that simple.
The scene was in an uproar. Instigated by those with ulterior motives, many felt an urge to attack the old swindler!
Lei Haoxuan stared at everything unfolding on the screen and couldn't help but take a deep breath.
Then, he said to Lei Qianjun beside him with reverence, "Second Grandfather, at this critical juncture, it's still necessary for you to personally step in!"
All of this was a last-minute arrangement by Lei Qianjun, who saw that the situation was turning unfavorable.
He had paid a hefty sum to bribe some people in the crowd and then sent over Qing Guan Zhenren's past scandals to launch a desperate counterattack.
Lei Zhengtang also chimed in, "Yes, it was really close just now. If they had truly incited public sentiment and everyone had invested their money, the deadlocked stock of Lingtian Group might have found a way to survive!"
Lei Qianjun stood with his hands behind his back, staring arrogantly at the chaotic crowd on the screen, and sneered, "Ling Feng's tactics are indeed well played. Unfortunately, he underestimated human nature!"
"Most people in this world can only see immediate benefits! As long as this stock doesn't rise, he will never turn things around!"
"Based on the current trend, Lingtian Group will go bankrupt in three days at the most. By then, we can acquire Lingtian Group at a low price, and all their efforts will be for our benefit!"
The grandfather and grandsons sneered, this was the outcome they most desired.
"Damn it! These people must have been arranged by the Wuhu Group!" Yang Fei cursed angrily upon seeing the sudden shift in the situation.
Ling Feng, however, remained calm and composed, saying slowly, "It's just a death throe! There's no need to worry!"
"Silence! Silence!"
On the high platform of the venue, the burly man beside Qing Guan Zhenren roared again.
These men were all martial arts experts with considerable cultivation. Their booming voices, rolling with sound, were intimidating and could easily suppress the commotion for a while!
After the situation had slightly stabilized, Qing Guan Zhenren maintained his demeanor of an otherworldly master. He flicked his fingers slightly towards the crowd and then said slowly, "Heh heh, esteemed guests, please remain calm! Do you know the meaning of the two words 'Lingtian' in Lingtian Group?"
He posed a question, causing the clamoring crowd below to pause.
Before they could ponder why Qing Guan Zhenren had suddenly asked this question, he laughed heartily, "The so-called Lingtian means to be above the nine heavens! Therefore, for Lingtian Group to attach a pair of wings to the Hanjiang dragon脉, to carry the hidden dragon to soar, and to be above the nine heavens! This! Is the will of heaven!"
Lingtian!?
Lingtian Group!
The interpretation of just two words caused many below to gasp in cold air!
This was too much of a coincidence, so coincidental that it made their hair stand on end!
"Nonsense, Qing Guan, you old swindler! Your true colors have been exposed, and you still dare to spread heresy here. What you're saying has no practical basis..."
The man in the baseball cap shouted again, confronting him directly.
Qing Guan Zhenren, unhurried and composed, took a whisk from his sleeve and waved it gently, displaying a compassionate expression. He said leisurely, "Amitabha, I should not have revealed the secrets of heaven, but for the sake of the people of Hanjiang, what does it matter if this Zhenren's lifespan is reduced by decades?"
"In another ten minutes, the stock of Lingtian Group will surely transform from a trapped dragon to soaring, reaching the heavens!"