"Mr. Lu, Tianxing’s move will surely create history, unprecedented and unmatched in the future."

Ota Ling marveled repeatedly, knowing well what the concept of three hundred billion US dollars meant, more than most.

As the saying goes, ignorance is fearless, while knowledge brings deep fear.

Take countries for example, globally there are 232 countries and regions, only forty of which have an annual GDP exceeding 300 billion US dollars.

In Asia, for instance, Vietnam and Bangladesh have GDPs of 280 and 290 billion respectively.

The Philippines is slightly stronger, reaching 320 billion.

Keep in mind, each of these South Asian countries has a population close to or exceeding one billion.

With control over this fortune, Lu Liang has already become one of the most powerful people in the world.

Wealth that rivals nations has now taken form.

"Mr. Ota, you are too kind. Without you all, I couldn’t have achieved this alone."

At that moment, Xu Jiawei approached Lu Liang and made an OK hand gesture, to which Lu Liang nodded knowingly.

He said, "Mr. Ota, I have some matters to attend to on my end. I’ll treat you to drinks the next time I’m in Tokyo."

"Alright, Mr. Lu, you go ahead with your work."

After ending the call with Ota Ling, Lu Liang glanced at the time in the bottom right corner of the screen.

It was six in the afternoon, four hours since Tianxing Finance issued its ABS.

Xu Jiawei’s eyes shone with excitement: "Mr. Lu, should we make the announcement public?"

If this news gets out, many people might lose sleep tonight.

In just four hours, 240 minutes, the 250 billion US dollar quota was fully subscribed.

What does this mean? It means there is still potential.

It means that if the subscription period is extended, even 500 billion US dollars could be challenged.

Lu Liang laughed, "Let’s keep it low-key, just say that the subscriptions at the Xiangjiang, Tokyo, Han City, and Singapore stations have ended, and that New York Station will start counting at nine tonight."

"Understood, Mr. Lu." Xu Jiawei had an odd expression; their boss was still as ’low-key’ as ever.

At 6:15 p.m., Tianxing Finance made an announcement, a single announcement that shook the East Asian market.

"Does ending the subscription mean it’s fully subscribed?"

"Barring any surprises, it should be, right?"

"300 billion US dollars? Over 20 trillion RMB? And it only took four hours?"

"To be precise, it’s 250 billion US dollars, because, as stated, the New York station hasn’t started work or begun tallying yet."

"My god, what’s happening to the world? Even if it’s longer than my phone number, it’s almost catching up to my ID now."

"An ID has 18 digits, so a zillion shouldn’t be possible."

"Is that the point?"

"The point is that HSBC is going to lose, the point is that New World will change hands, the point is if there’s still more to subscribe tomorrow?"

With these words, investors in the Hong Kong stock market, ready to pounce, fell into silence.

Tianxing has already formed a financial crush, will the evenly matched stock-grabbing battle still happen on Monday?

If it doesn’t happen, where should they go from there?

Not only were Hong Kong stock market investors speechless, but even the major families in Xiangjiang fell into a dead silence.

Previously in the Xiangjiang market, although there was the presence of Supreme Emperor HSBC, from the name alone, the strategic reserve funds wouldn’t be easily moved.

Now, with Tianxing Finance wielding 300 billion US dollars, wherever Lu Liang decides to hit, there they can hit.

Going forward, will this market bear the Lu surname?

Especially with Hengtai aboard Tianxing’s big ship, they will definitely use New World as a shell to fully enter the Xiangjiang real estate market.

As everyone knows, finance and real estate are Xiangjiang’s two most important economic pillars, now both are changing hands, the former Li Family Port is likely to become Lu Family Port.

"Ah Zheng was right, as the lips freeze, so do the teeth." The heads of the Lei, Wu, Li, and Guo families all sighed.

With HSBC about to be defeated, if they face Tianxing in the future, it will be akin to a solitary leaf on the sea facing a monstrous storm.

In a time when everyone was feeling insecure, Xu Jiayin suddenly sent out party invitations to various groups in Xiangjiang in the name of Hengtai’s acquisition of New World.

The time was set for 8 p.m. tonight at a resort in the Southern District of Hong Kong Island under Hengtai Health.

"What does this mean? Planning to host a feast of betrayal?"

Many people were confused; with Tianxing Financial Group successfully raising 250 billion US dollars, logically, Hengtai doesn’t need any other forces’ help.

Could something have changed?

"There should be no change, this is the cleverness of Xu Jiayin, or perhaps Lu Liang."

Some marveled at seeing the essence through the phenomena.

Throughout history, those with absolute power rarely meet a good end. Power can suppress momentarily but not perpetually.

Even though Tianxing now holds 300 billion US dollars, which could crush any force absolutely.

Yet, at a time when they could flaunt their power, they choose to show goodwill; should people feel grateful?

"Boiling a frog slowly, a strategy of appeasement, the worst-case scenario has happened."

Zheng Jiachun looked at the red invitation with gold lettering, their Zheng family, including HSBC’s Qi Yaonian, had also received it.

If Lu Liang maintained a strong approach, they might have had a chance to counterattack.

But now the last hope was ruthlessly shattered by this invitation.

Without thinking, he knew what kind of statements Lu Liang and Xu Jiayin would make at the party.

Nothing more than winning people over, calling a stag a horse.

"Going?" Qi Yaonian asked.

"Going to be a joker?" Zheng Jiachun countered.

Qi Yaonian was silent.

At half-past seven in the evening, Lu Liang changed into a suit and arrived at the resort villa in the Southern District.

Learning from the lesson at the Li family’s last time, he invited a female companion to join him this time.

"Beautiful clothes, even more beautiful person."

Lu Liang smiled and glanced at Xue Jingyang.

A white lace dress with bare shoulders revealed a snow-white, slender swan neck, the skin even whiter than the clothing by several shades.

Unlike the bloodless pallor, her fair and flawless skin carried a hint of rosiness, adorned with a sapphire necklace around the neckline, adding to her radiant charm.

"Mr. Lu, you’re too kind."

Xue Jingyang’s cheeks flushed, she giggled shyly.

When she first received the news, she couldn’t believe she would be Lu Liang’s female companion for the gathering.

Until Mr. Bai helped her prepare the clothes and jewelry, along with the stylist and makeup artist, she finally woke up as if from a dream.

"Miss Xue, humility is good, but excessive humility turns into hypocrisy."

Lu Liang laughed, turning to Xu Jiayin: "Mr. Xu, do you think Mr. Zheng and Mr. Qi will come tonight?"

"Ah Zheng is very face-conscious, likely won’t come, but about Mr. Qi, it’s hard to say." Xu Jiayin smiled with squinted eyes.

Tomorrow, New World will issue new stocks, start the prelude of the battle for shareholding, giving a heads-up to various forces in advance, which can also reduce some capital investment.

After all, the money Lu Liang spends now will soon become Hengtai’s debt, Old Xu feels the pain as he watches.

Moreover, in business, one cannot always rely on power; even dogs bite when cornered, let alone those who care about face.

It’s like fishing, requiring a balance between tension and relaxation.

Xu Jiayin was very grateful that Lu Liang agreed, not swallowed by the massive capital, nor thinking he could single-handedly dominate Xiangjiang’s market.

"Only by restraining oneself can one achieve oneself."

Upon hearing Lu Liang, Xu Jiayin had a flash of surprise in his eyes; this quote comes from Wang Yangming’s "The Record for Practice and Transmission".

A person can only achieve self-growth by restraining desires and selfishness, keeping three parts of the mind clear even when complacent.

He only understood this principle at fifty-three, yet by then, understanding did not allow him to act upon it due to real conditions.

"Mr. Xu, tonight’s show depends on you."

Lu Liang laughed and extended his right arm, and Xue Jingyang, who had attended etiquette classes, stepped forward and linked arms.

The two headed to a quiet corner, discussing ideals, life, romance, and flowers.

At eight o’clock, guests entered in an orderly manner, more attendees tonight than at the Li family’s gathering.

Old Xu appeared serious, walked onto the stage.

He faced the crowd and bowed deeply: "Thank you to all guests for your support; I sincerely extend our gratitude on behalf of Hengtai Group."

Although Hengtai’s acquisition of New World seemed unjustifiable and faithless, history is written by the victors, so filling in the preceding events now is not too late.

Xu Jiayin spoke frankly, starting from when receiving help from the Zheng Family ten years ago led Hengtai to revival, pointing out Xiangjiang’s significance to him, akin to a second hometown.

Old Xu was emotionally moved, wiping his tears, choking up, "Over the years, seeing Xiangjiang’s real estate gradually decline, honestly, I’m anxious seeing how good this place is, recalling its former splendor..."

Lu Liang stood at the edge of the crowd, arm in arm with Xue Jingyang, watching Old Xu on the stage with surprise in his eyes.

Saying such shameless words without a change in expression was a deep knowledge worthy of study.

"Tomorrow, New World begins subscription for the targeted stock issuance, hoping everyone will lend Hengtai a helping hand."

Old Xu’s eyes were red, he bowed deeply again: "I, Xu Jiayin, implore everyone here."

Staging a play cannot rely on one person.

Therefore, Yang Shoucheng immediately applauded in affirmation, saying, "New World, and Xiangjiang’s real estate industry, will surely regain its past glory under Hengtai Group’s leadership; I have no doubt about that. The process is tortuous, but the outcome is destined to be beautiful."

As the oldest present, known as Xiangjiang’s famous socialite from the last century.

Yang Shoucheng’s words held some persuasion, at least many showed empathetic expressions.

Whether true or false, was at least revealed.

Xu Jiayin glanced at everyone, exuding the momentum of pointing a deer as a horse, finally setting his gaze on Lu Liang.

The protagonist always appears last.

Lu Liang chuckled, walked onto the stage, picking up the final relay of the evening’s major play: "I hope everyone can assist Hengtai Group; Lu Liang here extends thanks to all seniors."

His speech set the tone for the evening and laid the groundwork for the future promise.

After this battle, Tianxing will not act unless necessary.

Not only will it not act, but if any future funding is needed by any family, they can also reach out.

In the face of international situations growing more turbulent today, a stable and highly unified Xiangjiang market is needed, so everyone can earn money here with peace of mind.

All of Tianxing’s actions are toward this goal.

"Stable and highly unified?"

These words sent a tremor through everyone’s hearts.

Especially those with guilty consciences felt impending doom.

Though it mentions Xiangjiang market, could it be raised to a political level? The answer is yes.

Remembering the events in Xiangjiang this year, it became evident that the mainland is dissatisfied.

Lu Liang and Tianxing are bound to win!

Because the big boss still hasn’t made a move.