However, I heard that Hyundai has already been acquired by KCC Group, but it's still the same principle. These major conglomerates, passed down through generations, cannot seize control simply through acquisition. They can only slowly exhaust the former controller's remaining influence, hoping for a chance of ownership change. Just like now, Zheng Xiangyong is full of the joy of spring, showing not the slightest sign of being a puppet.

Founded in 1953, SK Group started in the textile industry. It mainly operates in four key sectors: energy and chemicals, telecommunications, logistics, and finance. As of 2004, SK's total assets amounted to 52.4 trillion Korean won, with that year's sales reaching 56.4189 billion Korean won, achieving a net profit of 4.6 trillion Korean won, employing about 25,000 staff. Although compared to the above three conglomerates, it still lags a bit behind, SK Group is firmly one of Goryeo's Four Major Conglomerates.

There was also a Daewoo Group, but during the financial crisis triggered by Soros's sweep of the Southeast Asian financial markets in '97, Daewoo Group declared bankruptcy. Since then, Goryeo's Five Major Conglomerates became the Four Major Conglomerates.

Later, someone split them into 10 conglomerates, but the remaining six were forced in just for the sound of it. They are not comparable to these four major conglomerates. You should know that these four conglomerates combined account for 60% of Goryeo's GDP. This data can no longer be described as terrifying.

The actual controllers of the Four Major Conglomerates all gathered outside the airport.

With such a large spectacle, how could it possibly be hidden from Goryeo reporters? Half an hour earlier, all major media, regardless of size, flocked to the location, eager to obtain first-hand information about what could bring the heads of the four great conglomerates together.

Although all reporters were kept far outside and couldn't capture clear images, the flashlights kept flickering inside the airport, one after another, showing no sign of stopping.

Some reporters, witnessing such a scene for the first time in their lives, couldn't suppress their excitement. Their hands trembled while taking photos and videos, resulting in blurry images.

"Xiangyu, do you really know what this is all about? Why are the heads of the four major conglomerates simultaneously appearing at Incheon Airport? Are they welcoming some major figure from another country?"

Jin Xiangyu kept taking photos towards Lee Kun-hee and others, and sympathetically responded to his companion's trembling inquiry: "How would I know? I was on vacation today and was temporarily called in. If I knew the reason, I'd give it to the editor-in-chief immediately, and I probably wouldn't have to work for the rest of my life, since the reward would be enough for me to live for decades."

"...Too terrifying. I still can't suppress my emotions."

By now, Jin Xiangyu couldn't be bothered to pay attention anymore, taking photos while looking down the empty corridor on the other side of the airport.

...........

"Chairman Li, is everything you said true? Is the background of the person you mentioned really that frightening?"

Ju Benmao, like Lee Kun-hee, couldn't have lived beyond two years under normal circumstances, so his voice sounded quite frail.

Lee Kun-hee lightly coughed and, supported by Lee Boo-jin, answered solemnly: "You probably understand the influence of Future Foundation. Now that the foundation's successor personally traveled to Goryeo, perhaps they are conveying some message to us. No matter what, we must treat it carefully.

You all know, that although each of us appears glamorous on the surface, we're all walking on a tightrope. One careless move and there's an abyss below, endangering our descendants. If we can gain Future Foundation's support, at least for three generations, we won't need to worry about government sanctions. That's why I invited you here; even if we can't gain good favor, we shouldn't let him develop any hostility towards us."

Hyundai Group's Zheng Xiangyong and SK Group's Cui Taiyuan nod in agreement, although they remain silent.

During Goryeo's economic development, various conglomerates competed fiercely, aiming to bring down as many as possible. But now circumstances have changed. Under targeting by the Goryeo Government, they can only unite; otherwise, they risk being picked off one by one.

They are aware that those Russian oligarchs are either dead or in exile, and they do not wish to share that fate.

As they engaged in conversation, a massive team slowly approached from within the airport.

The security personnel performed symbolic checks and allowed them to pass sequentially.

"They're here."

Lee Kun-hee's voice, though weak, carried a surprising solemnity, his hands crossed at the waist, his somewhat cloudy gaze fixed on the team ahead.

Meanwhile, the Goryeo media reporters knew that the protagonist waited by the Four Major Conglomerates had finally arrived; all their cameras were set to shoot at any moment.

Gu Bai was dressed in a black Armani bespoke suit, wearing sunglasses, a style slightly youthful and lacking maturity. His hair was slightly tousled rather than a classic business slick-back, making him look less like a controller of a grand conglomerate, more like a playboy. Yet the air of elegance about him was undeniable, as if it had a magical quality—one look was all it took to render one unable to avert their gaze.

Accompanying him were Gu Jun, Gu Si, Gu Xin, and Xu Beibei.

They exuded their full aura, even though they were robots, the air of business elite covered their presence entirely.

Leading them was Gu Yi, followed by four Soldier King level bodyguard robots, staying within five steps of Gu Bai, their eyes like eagles, scanning for any potential threat to Gu Bai's safety.

20 Soldier King level bodyguards arranged by Elder Xun stood tall, their steps synchronized, forming two lines, encircling Gu Bai and his company.

The 10 girl group members stood at the back, led by Black Swan Entertainment's agent, keeping close to the team ahead. Having witnessed this scene upon arrival, they were so shocked they dared not raise their heads, following woodenly.

The originally bustling airport now bore a distinct silence.

Only the sound of Gu Bai and others' footsteps echoed; no conversations could be heard.

The approximately hundred-meter journey lasted about two minutes before Lee Kun-hee, Ju Benmao, Zheng Xiangyong, and Cui Taiyuan stepped forward to greet Gu Bai.

Lee Jae-yong had no qualification to step up, and if not for supporting the frail Lee Kun-hee, Lee Boo-jin wouldn't have had the qualification either.

As Gu Bai approached Lee Kun-hee, Lee Kun-hee slowly pushed Lee Boo-jin away, his face full of smiles, stretching out his right hand towards Gu Bai and with respect, saying: "Mr. Gu, welcome to Goryeo. On behalf of Samsung Group's 330,000 employees, I extend the most heartfelt welcome to you."

As Lee Kun-hee's words fell, Ju Benmao and others gave him a surprised glance.

This welcome phrase seemed excessively grandiosa.

Lee Kun-hee naturally noted their expressions but was indifferent, knowing this phrase might be misunderstood by them, but Gu Bai would surely understand.

Because he realizes, from the moment this young man set foot on Goryeo soil, Samsung Group has already changed ownership.

Gu Bai removed his sunglasses, handing them to his attendant, smiling and grasping Lee Kun-hee's hand: "Chairman Li, you're too polite. I'm just here in Goryeo for a small matter, but you've made such a grand gesture, even personally welcoming me, making me somewhat flattered."

"It's what we should do."

As the two clasped hands, reporters at a distance began filming.

The flashes made the airport appear even brighter.

Whether ordinary citizens, executives of major conglomerates, or the hurried media, all began speculating about Gu Bai's mysterious identity.

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