CHAPTER 1469: CHAPTER 1470: THE FRUSTRATED ELDEST MISTRESS 79

Zhang Ji has been studying abroad for more than three years and hasn’t returned, always focusing on his studies overseas.

To him, time is truly precious. As for Zhang Yu, ever since flights started to America, she would fly there two or three times a year.

Everyone thought it was because she was worried about her eldest son studying abroad and often went to see him.

Only the people of the Zhang Family and Feng Kai knew that Zhang Yu went there not just to see Zhang Ji, but more to invest in America.

The children of Feng Kai didn’t really understand why their father treated Zhang Yu so well.

When the cosmetics company grew larger and stronger, they did consider increasing their investment and shareholding, but Feng Kai blocked it.

Now, someone has proposed taking the cosmetics company public, and Feng Kai’s kids were very tempted. After all, when the company goes public, it means a better market value and more development potential.

But this proposal was directly opposed by the Zhang family siblings, which Feng Kai’s children found excessive.

"Is it really so good for the company to go public?" Feng Kai shared the same view as the Zhang family siblings, "I don’t agree with going public either."

"But going public has many benefits," Feng Kai’s eldest son adjusted his glasses.

"Many benefits? Once shares are dispersed, you might use the chance to acquire more shares?" Feng Kai laughed.

"Back when I invested, Zhang Yu had already stated that the company would never go public, never."

"If anyone insists on going public, others can buy them out."

"According to the company’s valuation at that time."

"And speaking of company shares, without any surprises, they can only be held by the Zhang Family and Feng Family Members."

The children of the Feng Family were shocked. This investment was primarily led by Feng Kai, so they had no idea such an agreement existed.

Frankly speaking, they’ve signed countless cooperation agreements, but such one like this is rare.

"Why not go public?"

"Going public just to raise money, but do you think the company hurts for money?"

"The company expanded several times without ever taking out a bank loan."

"Is it really that good?" Feng Kai’s eldest daughter blurted out. Feng Corporation’s development is considered good, but whenever they expanded, they definitely faced financial issues.

It’s either self-financed or bank loans, but unexpectedly, the cosmetics company expanded without any loans.

"Yes, when there’s not enough money, Zhang Yu would provide it." Feng Kai knew Zhang Yu was capable, but he didn’t expect her to become so strong over time.

When there’s insufficient funding, Zhang Yu would cover it, "Is she that rich?" Feng Kai’s eldest son questioned.

Everyone says Zhang Yu is wealthy, but she has never shown how wealthy she is.

"You think her investments are only in Harbor City and Southeast Asia?" Feng Kai laughed.

"I can tell you, what you see is only what Zhang Yu lets you see."

"In reality, I don’t even know how many assets she holds." Feng Kai knew Zhang Yu had established several investment companies overseas.

As for the details and capital of those companies, he isn’t clear, "She even invests in the stock market in Harbor City."

"Do you think she wouldn’t invest when she goes to America?" It was naive not to think of it; Feng Kai shook his head continuously.

"And in the residential properties Zhang Family invests in, many of the sales are kept private." Feng Kai shook his head; he used to think highly of his kids.

But now he finds them lacking, "The three buildings with the best locations among the properties Zhang Family invested in have never been sold."

"And the malls attached to the community, only rented, not sold."

Feng Kai’s kids all knew, "Aren’t they waiting for a high price?"

It’s well known that Harbor City’s real estate prices are rising steadily, and with enough funds, selling assets later would yield more profit.

"What if I told you, these properties would never be sold but rather go into the Zhang Family fund, benefiting the Zhang Family descendants, what would you think?"

Feng Kai had considered establishing a Feng’s fund, but as his children grew older and had their own ideas, the plan remained just a plan.

They can’t be sold? Put into a family fund, "Waiting for rental income?"

Though rental income in Harbor City is rising, it can’t compare to income from selling properties.

"No telling how long to collect rent," Feng Kai’s youngest son mumbled.

Feng Kai’s eldest son agreed with his younger brother, "The income from selling properties could be reinvested in building more."

In recent years, the textile industry in Harbor City has been booming; anyone with money is entering the textile field.

In reality, real estate is also rapidly developing, especially with the ability to sell houses one by one or off-plan, more people are venturing into the real estate industry.

"The Zhang Family’s strength..." Feng Kai’s sons never thought about it before, but now they gasped.

"They aren’t short of money."

"While many invest in various industries, Zhang Family lacks in none." Although Feng’s has significant momentum now, it has also blocked many people’s ways.

While he is around, those people tolerate it, but once he’s gone, let alone expand, maintaining the current business will be a challenge for these children.

Feng Kai watched his grandchildren, who still seemed indifferent, and made up his mind; he needed to make some preparations.

Things might be good for Feng’s now, but who knows what the future holds.

Especially their general relationship with the Zhang Family is mediocre; he’s embarrassed to ask Zhang Yu for favors.

Suddenly recalling something Zhang Yu mentioned before, that when Zhang Ji and his cousin returned from abroad, she plans to open a private hospital.

Someone would think Zhang Yu is dreaming. Even if she has the money, without good doctors, it would just be a small clinic.

Feng Kai had faith in Zhang Yu. The goals she set out were achieved one by one.

If his children maintain their distance from the Zhang Family, then he’d find another way to sustain their relationship.

Attending Zhang Ji’s graduation ceremony dressed to impress, Zhang Yu didn’t expect that even before Zhang Ji’s complete independence in his medical career and entrance to medical school, someone was already planning to invest in his hospital.

"Son, congrats on graduating with straight A’s." Zhang Yu gave Zhang Ji a big hug, and flowers were, of course, a must-have.

On such a significant day, Zhang Lili naturally finished her finals and flew over immediately, "Brother, congratulations on your graduation, another step closer to your dream."

Feng Yongxi, who had been studying abroad for a year, was in another city. The two hadn’t been in much contact, but on Zhang Ji’s graduation day, he attended the ceremony dressed to impress.

While hugging Zhang Ji, Feng Yongxi whispered in his ear, "He knew I was coming, and asked me to specifically congratulate you on graduating."

Even without mentioning a name, Zhang Ji knew whom he meant and gave no response, "You should work hard too."

Feng Yongxi wasn’t surprised by his reaction; in the past two years, Feng Hao visited annually for treatment, trying to mend things with Zhang Ji, who never gave him the chance.

Anyway, he passed the message, and Zhang Ji’s reaction was out of his control.