"How is this possible? That Zhang Fan could actually enlist the support of the DeGuzman family?" Fang Nan was stunned after hearing Fang Tianming's report, finding it hard to believe for a long time.
The higher one's status, the more they would understand the terrifying nature of the DeGuzman family, with their centuries-old heritage.
His Fang Group, operating for decades, had amassed wealth that could be described as rivaling that of a nation.
After all, wealth was only one part of power. Take the Xu family as an example; while their wealth was far inferior to the Fang family's, in terms of strength, both families were roughly on par.
However, the DeGuzman family, with its centuries of history, far surpassed the Fang family in both wealth and other aspects.
Even if they used a method of inflicting a thousand casualties to achieve eight hundred self-inflicted wounds against the Fang family, it would likely only be a minor loss for the DeGuzman family to wear down and destroy the Fang family.
This was the foundation of the DeGuzman family.
The rise and fall of his Fang Group could influence a nation's economy, but only to a slight extent.
As for the other force attacking the Fang Group, it was equally hard for Fang Nan to comprehend.
The Nolan Group, ranked number one in the pharmaceutical industry and among the top twenty globally in overall strength, was also going all out against their Fang family...
These two forces, like two mountains pressing down on Fang Nan's head, left him no room for even a sliver of hope.
He knew that if these two forces continued their assault with the same intensity, their Fang Group's overseas operations would likely vanish within a week.
Three major gangs, coupled with an ancient family that had been passed down for centuries and Nolan Group, which ranked among the top twenty globally in overall strength, simultaneously launched an irresistible, crushing offensive, instantly shattering the Fang Group's defenses.
In just three days, the Fang Group's stores and factories were all shut down. Many projects were found to be in violation of production regulations, resulting in hefty fines from relevant departments. The Fang Group, already facing financial difficulties, was now in an even worse predicament.
Fang Mingzhe, who had been waiting to see Zhang Fan's downfall, received this devastating news. He had planned to mock Zhang Fan severely before quietly ending his own life.
Already having lost hope in life, Fang Mingzhe felt his mind become somewhat numb after receiving this news.
"This is truly despairing," Fang Mingzhe said with a bitter smile. As he prepared to commit suicide, he discovered a problem that troubled him greatly.
After much effort, Fang Mingzhe climbed onto the balcony of his house. However, what brought him even more despair was that their Fang family villa was only two stories high.
At this point, Fang Nan had given up all hope. However, to understand one thing, he still made a call to Wang Tianlong.
"Brother Tianlong, I assume you are aware of the recent misfortunes of my Fang family," Fang Nan said with a bitter smile after connecting the call. "Please tell me, who exactly is this Zhang Fan, so that I can die with clarity."
"Zhang Fan, known as Master Zhang, is the undisputed number one expert of the current era."
Wang Tianlong didn't elaborate, but his brief words drained Fang Nan of all his strength. He was even filled with infinite regret.
The number one expert...
Based on Wang Tianlong's evaluation of Zhang Fan, one could have guessed it, yet their Fang family had never paid attention.
He regretted that if their Fang family had paid attention to Zhang Fan earlier, they would not have made such a low-level mistake, a mistake that led to their current predicament.
The Fang family was originally a large clan. Besides the direct descendants, many collateral relatives and in-laws depended on the Fang family.
But now, with the Fang Group declaring bankruptcy, the formerly loyal collateral family members had absconded with funds. Of the once vast Fang family, only a handful remained.
The moment Zhang Fan made his move, the fate of the Fang Group was sealed. Without any surprise, the Fang Group collapsed.
Under the siege of three major gangs and two super financial groups, the Fang family, hailed as a billion-dollar family, announced bankruptcy after holding on for a mere five days.
With the group's bankruptcy, the Fang Group was unable to fulfill many of its signed contracts. Numerous breaches of contract forced the Fang Group to sell off a large number of properties and shops.
The once glorious Fang family was now confined to Ruanan, living a life of extreme hardship compared to their past.
In stark contrast to the Fang family, the Su family experienced rapid development within this short week. Many of the companies that the Fang family could no longer operate and had to sell off were mostly acquired by Su Yun, significantly expanding the Su family's influence.
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"Within a week, I will ensure the disappearance of the Fang Group."
A week ago, when Zhang Fan uttered these words, they had elicited much ridicule and mockery.
However, after a week, these words had become reality.
"Is this the way of the martial world's supreme master? It is indeed domineering." Xu Luo was extremely envious. Although he advocated for strategy and schemes, he also understood that in the face of absolute power, all conspiracies and stratagems appeared utterly laughable.
Before Zhang Fan, no matter how the Fang Group struggled, its demise was inevitable.
"He actually did it?" Seated in his wheelchair, Zhou Yuan felt his arm tremble. Despite always holding Zhang Fan in high regard, he now realized he had underestimated him.
"Is there no one who can deal with him?" Zhou Yuan felt a deep sense of unwillingness.
The shock also rippled through the Su family.
They knew Zhang Fan was capable, but now it seemed his capabilities were not just considerable; they were almost otherworldly.
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