Tycoon: From Rags to Riches

Chapter 99: Chapter 99: Know Thyself Through History

After reviewing the details for Xingchuan International and the Beichun Junlan Hotel, Gu Heng turned his attention to his next asset reward: Ruyi Airlines.

[Asset Reward: Ruyi Airlines (13.67% Equity)]

[Current Progress: Transaction in Progress (0.01%)]

[Ruyi Airlines: A private airline under the Zhonghai Junyao Group, founded in 2006 and headquartered in Zhonghai. With a market value of 23.7 billion yuan, its primary business is domestic and international passenger and cargo air transport. To date, its fleet has grown to 101 aircraft, with a route network covering major domestic cities and international destinations in Asia, Europe, and Australia. The value of this stake is approximately 3.223 billion yuan.]

[Note: Equity acquisition negotiations have begun. Once the progress bar indicates the transaction is complete, the Host is to entrust Jun Cheng Law Firm to proceed to Ruyi Airlines and handle the acquisition.]

Gu Heng read through the details provided by Father Tongzi, then did some searching online.

After gaining a full understanding of the situation, Gu Heng wore a slightly strange expression.

Well, then...

This time I could *really* fly anywhere in the country for free!

Jiang Ruan never got to be the flight attendant she wanted to be, yet here I am, by a twist of fate, a major shareholder in a famous domestic airline. What a twist of fate.

’However...’

’Now that I have this status, some things will probably be a lot more convenient.’

A few ideas began to form in Gu Heng’s mind as he turned his attention to the final luxury reward.

[Asset Reward: Bombardier Global 7500]

[Current Progress: Delivery in Progress (0.1%)]

[Bombardier Global 7500: One of the world’s most luxurious business jets. The cabin is 16.59 meters long and 1.88 meters high, featuring four separate living spaces and accommodating up to 16 passengers. It has a maximum range of 14,260 kilometers and a top speed of Mach 0.925, enabling non-stop intercontinental flights. It can operate in high-temperature and high-altitude conditions and possesses excellent short-runway performance. Total price is approximately 600 million yuan.]

[Note: Once the delivery of the Bombardier Global 7500 reaches 100%, the Host is to entrust Ruyi Airlines to coordinate the handover with Bombardier Aerospace Company.]

With that, Gu Heng finished reviewing all the rewards for unlocking the second level of the [Golden Tower of Wealth].

Sitting back down in the armchair, he gazed out the window at the bright, sunny weather and felt an inexplicable sense of unreality.

After unlocking just two levels of the [Golden Tower of Wealth], Gu Heng’s Wealth Level had already skyrocketed to A10. And it wasn’t just a bare-minimum A10; he was already approaching Wealth Level A11.

What would happen if he unlocked the third and fourth levels?

To what heights would his wealth soar then?

A tower built of gold is often more dizzying than the abyss.

Gu Heng understood this feeling stemmed from his own shallow foundation.

Never mind self-made tycoons; even compared to heirs living off their family’s legacy, his abilities, knowledge, vision, and perspective were far inferior.

He had to be mindful of danger even in times of peace. Mindfulness led to preparation, and preparation prevented disaster.

The excitement gradually faded, and just as Gu Heng was sinking into contemplation...

Suddenly, the tower and scepter that had been hidden in the void reappeared before him.

One shone with a brilliant golden light, the other with a radiant, gem-like glow.

As Gu Heng stared, the tower and the scepter both trembled lightly.

[Challenge Mission: Know Thyself Through History]

[Mission Content: Read 50 history-related books in depth.]

[Book List: *National History Outline*, *Records of the Grand Historian*, *Comprehensive Mirror for Aid in Government*, *A Brief History of Humankind*, *Global History*, *Capital*, *War and Peace*, *The Prince*, *Grand Ancestor’s Biography*, *Culture and Society*, *Concepts of History*...]

[Current Progress: 0/50]

[Mission Reward: Unlock the first level of the Scepter of Momentum.]

As the light screen reappeared before him, Gu Heng had a sudden realization: if he wanted to unlock the third level of the [Golden Tower of Wealth], he first had to unlock the first level of the [Scepter of Momentum].

Unlike the [Golden Tower of Wealth], which displayed its rewards for Gu Heng to see, the [Scepter of Momentum] said nothing, as if it offered no reward at all.

However, based on Gu Heng’s understanding of Father Tongzi, even ordinary challenge missions gave generous rewards upon completion. Since the [Scepter of Momentum] was a "main quest" on par with the [Golden Tower of Wealth], how could it possibly have no reward?

’The rewards for unlocking the [Golden Tower of Wealth] are all different kinds of assets.’

’So what kind of rewards will unlocking the [Scepter of Momentum] give?’

Gu Heng pondered for a moment but came up with nothing.

In the end, Gu Heng decided not to dwell on it.

After all, whether Father Tongzi gave him a reward for unlocking the first level of the [Scepter of Momentum] or not, he had to complete this challenge mission.

Unless he wanted to stop his progress and give up on unlocking the third level of the [Golden Tower of Wealth]—and the even greater Wealth that came with it.

’What a coincidence...’

’I was just thinking I should ’recharge my batteries’ and find some books to broaden my horizons, and now the challenge to unlock the first level of the [Scepter of Momentum] has arrived.’

Gu Heng looked at the book list for the challenge. Some of the titles were familiar, but others he had never even heard of.

But since they had been selected by Father Tongzi and placed on the list, they were surely the most classic of classics in the field of history.

In fact, even before this challenge appeared, Gu Heng had already considered finding some history books to read.

He had noticed that the powerful figures he’d recently met all seemed to have a habit of reading history. Even Jiang Man, a doctor, had numerous history books on her office shelves.

Now, this challenge mission had come at the perfect time.

Moreover, Gu Heng noticed the challenge had no time limit.

’True...’

’Reading is something that can’t be rushed.’

With no time limit, Gu Heng felt no sense of urgency.

He gave a lazy stretch, then stood and walked toward the large, soft bed.

For more than two long months, a string inside him had been pulled taut. Now, at last, it could finally loosen.

...

Gu Heng slept straight from noon until evening.

When he opened his eyes, dusk had already fallen.

Twilight slowly bled across the horizon, and orange-red clouds saturated the evening sky.

Gu Heng rolled onto his side and stared blankly for a while, captivated by the stunning view outside his window.

KNOCK KNOCK KNOCK...

He wasn’t sure how long he’d been staring, but the soft knock on the door slowly brought him back to his senses.

"Who is it?"

Gu Heng called out.

"It’s me."

Jiang Ruan’s voice came from outside.

"Come in."

"The door’s unlocked."

Gu Heng’s voice was tinged with drowsiness.

Hearing this, Jiang Ruan gently turned the doorknob and walked in.

In her hands, she carried two business shirts of different styles and colors.

The room was dimly lit.

Only the slanting rays of the evening sun pierced the gloom, creating a rich tapestry of light and shadow.

As Jiang Ruan entered the room, Gu Heng sat up in bed.

The motion caused the light silk quilt covering him to slide down his body.

Revealing the sharp lines of his shoulders and neck, and a neat six-pack.

A long neck, a sexy Adam’s apple.

His face, a mixture of boyishness and maturity, held dark, deep eyes.

With the layered light and shadow falling upon him, the scene looked strangely beautiful.

Although Jiang Ruan had seen a similar sight many times over the past two months, her heart still couldn’t help but race.

"Chairman Gu, which of these would you like to wear for the banquet later?"

Jiang Ruan asked softly, her eyes gazing at Gu Heng with a complicated expression.

Ever since that night, Gu Heng hadn’t so much as laid a finger on her.

They lived under the same roof, and she would have been powerless to refuse him if he wanted her, yet Gu Heng never once overstepped his bounds.

His gaze was clear, devoid of desire.

It even seemed...

...that Gu Heng was more interested in the cold gym equipment than he was in her.

This indifference made Jiang Ruan begin to doubt her own appeal.

’Was I really that bad for Gu Heng that night?’

Jiang Ruan didn’t know why. If her guess was correct, she should have been happy that her wish had been granted. But she couldn’t feel happy at all. Instead, a sense of regret she refused to acknowledge was growing in her heart.

"The brown one."

Gu Heng glanced at the two shirts in her hands, his eyes on the beautiful yet cold-faced Jiang Ruan standing before him, and he answered her.

"Alright."

"I’ll iron it and bring it to you shortly."

Jiang Ruan agreed, then turned and left the room.

Gu Heng watched Jiang Ruan’s graceful, slender back as she left, his gaze growing profound.

’Perhaps...’

’The upcoming trip to Zhonghai might be a good opportunity.’

Gu Heng mused to himself as he got out of bed and headed for the bathroom to prepare for the evening’s banquet...

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