Darkstone Code

Chapter 1348: Chapter 1347: Next Stop

The rapid rise and fall of You’Er Mei in the Federation’s capital market is not considered a strange occurrence.

Some analysis agencies believe that if You’Er Mei hadn’t had such high franchise fees, leading franchisees to desperately use illegal means to retain clients, the situation wouldn’t be as bad as it is now.

The only consolation is that although there were some violations in the company-owned stores, they generally did not involve illegal activities.

After all, the fitness industry inevitably involves physical contact.

A large number of franchise stores were shut down, and You’Er Mei faced its most severe crisis ever.

It has completely lost the opportunity to lead the entire industry!

As You’Er Mei, the leading company in the fitness industry, suffered a heavy blow, a batch of mid-to-lower-tier fitness companies started quickly capturing the market, and the monopoly situation is no longer visible.

"Congratulations on resolving this trouble!"

After the court verdict became effective, Lynch came to visit Serra, who now also resides in Bupen.

She is considered a somewhat prominent female tycoon in the Federation.

In fact, there’s a great disparity among female tycoons in the Federation; some are genuinely wealthy, like Severa.

Her wealth alone might equal the total wealth of half the people on the so-called rankings.

Some are not so wealthy but have certain prestige, like Serra.

Plus, having the title of Lynch’s mother, even if her wealth isn’t enough to make the list, people politely give her the qualification to be on it.

No one truly scrutinizes the authenticity of these wealth rankings because those who compile them usually ask the individuals if they want to be listed beforehand.

Only those who want to be listed appear to the public, leading to taunting smiles when people claim someone is the wealthiest in a certain area.

Sometimes, things indeed seem like conspiracy theorists claim; the truth only lies in the hands of a few.

"Thank you..." Serra quickly released Lynch and naturally took his arm, "This ordeal made me realize we can’t always count on luck..."

As someone who initially participated in fitness as a user, she clearly understands the tricks in gyms these days.

Coaches employ various means for more sales and clients, with physical contact being the most common. Some even date their students.

They don’t care if these students are married or have children; they only care about money.

But some situations spiraled out of control.

"What do you intend to do next?" Lynch asked.

Serra didn’t answer immediately, but after walking some distance in the garden, she said, "You’Er Mei’s company-owned stores are still operating normally with stable revenue, and I’m planning to try something new."

She looked up at Lynch, "If you don’t overcome your fear and look up at the night sky, you’ll never understand its beauty!"

Lynch was slightly surprised because the sentence comes from a famous Gafura literary work, exploring the role of religion and the confrontation with Divine Authority, and the night sky gave the protagonist courage.

Typically, traditional or famous medieval literature is rarely read by non-professionals due to its distant nature and different sentence structure, posing reading difficulties.

Without professional reading guidance, no one can smoothly finish a book.

Otherwise, some universities wouldn’t need courses like "Classical Literature Appreciation."

Lynch was surprised; he had read the book to improve his rhetoric and knowledge reserves, understanding different dialogues for different scenarios.

Fewer truly master this; at a minimum, you must convey your emotions to your audience.

Different audiences have different needs: vulgar, pressured, poor, wealthy...

Some appreciate literature, requiring sophistication in conversation.

Lynch wasn’t surprised he read this book; it was part of his "job," but knowing Serra did, surprised him.

Similar to a housewife suddenly discussing philosophical shifts in self-discovery during medieval times.

In short, it is quite astonishing.

"You think I shouldn’t have read this book?" Serra seemed pleased with Lynch’s face showing surprise, even shock.

She continued walking with Lynch, "One must constantly elevate oneself. I recall you mentioning this during a speech, so besides social events with women, all my time goes to fitness and reading."

"Reading made me realize how ugly I was in the past!"

She laughed, "Spiritually vulgar, don’t misunderstand."

Lynch sighed, "You’ve changed significantly more than I imagined."

Serra nodded, and the two continued walking, falling into a brief and strange silence.

Lynch could sense she seemed to have something to say.

After a few minutes, Serra stopped again, "I have something to tell you."

Lynch asked curiously, "What is it?"

"I planning to have my uterus removed."

Lynch frowned, "Are you sick?"

Serra shook her head with a smile and said, "No, I’m fine, very healthy. Recently a piece in ’Frontier Medicine’ suggested that when a woman decides not to bear new life, removing the uterus is a good option."

"This can greatly reduce the probability of cancer."

She looked at Lynch.

In fact, among her circle, a noblewoman who got along well with her was diagnosed with some kind of cancer, something related to the lining, and it’s already out of control.

Part of her lesion had been removed, but there were also some changes in other organs, simply put, there was no hope.

In just a few months, she watched a dignified noblewoman turn into a terrible state, which she feared.

Talking to Lynch was her hope of gaining his support; sometimes family support can bring unimaginable strength!

Lynch nodded, he held Serra’s hand tightly, "If you think it’s effective, then why not do it?"

"You support me?"

"Yes, I have no reason to oppose it."

Serra breathed a sigh of relief, as if a huge stone in her heart had been set down, "I have more courage now."

After expressing her thoughts, Serra felt very relaxed, and couldn’t help but bring up Nell, her ex-husband.

As for Nell marrying several wives in Nagariel and having new children, Serra wasn’t angry about it.

She just reminded Lynch to stay away from those bastards...

Well, it seems that some things have nothing to do with how much you read or what you read.

Back at the house, Lynch saw Koman, who was moving out.

They had already separated amicably, and when Koman saw Lynch, he even extended his hand for a handshake.

"I can move all my stuff out soon...", this sentence was actually meant for Serra.

Serra nodded, released Lynch’s arm, then said she’d go upstairs to rest and left.

Koman sighed lightly, thinking he could have catapulted himself into the new elite of the Federation with Serra.

But a lawsuit directly ruined the relationship between him and Serra.

In fact, that wasn’t entirely true, because their relationship was not that strong to begin with, or rather, it had long since ended.

What kept their relationship going was ultimately interest; when the interest ended, there was naturally no need to maintain this superficial relationship.

"What are your plans next?"

Koman glanced upstairs, lowered his voice slightly, "...invited me to serve as president."

The company he’s referring to is currently the third-ranking in the fitness industry, a rising power, said to be backed by big capital, copying the model of You’Er Mei, rapidly replicating and expanding.

There’s news that their goal is also to go public quickly, and You’Er Mei has provided them a perfect guide for avoiding dangers, allowing them to accelerate their pace appropriately.

Though Koman and Serra have now parted ways, he’s not left empty-handed.

He’s gained the rewards he’s due, received the money for his shares, although it isn’t much, more importantly, he’s acquired a wealth of experience.

From the establishment of You’Er Mei to rapid expansion, and finally rushing into the capital market, he not only participated the whole way but was also a decision maker.

Sometimes experience is more valuable than money!

This time, his new employer valued these experiences and hoped to use them to help the company go public quickly.

"Does Serra know?", Lynch asked.

If Serra didn’t know, Koman doing this...there might be a sense of betrayal. If Serra has an outburst of emotions, Lynch might have to make some decisions not out of his own will to calm her down.

Like suppressing a certain company.

What surprised Spiritual Energy again was that Koman actually nodded.

"She knows, she also suggested not announcing our breakup for now, so they could offer me a better price."

Koman seemed a bit moved.

The price to hire a free agent is different from prompting a person to betray, allowing Koman to gain more.

After listening, Lynch still felt a bit emotional, he extended his hand to shake Koman’s, "Then I wish you a smooth work journey?!"

Koman shook it firmly, "Thank you!"

With the lawsuit settled, all issues resolved, Koman also left.

Serra didn’t show any extreme emotions; she adapted well to Mr.’s living environment.

Leaving Serra’s villa, Lynch felt a bit emotional; strictly speaking, they were both victims of Paradise Island.

Life is just such a bizarre and absurd journey!