Xu Guofeng

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Xu Guofeng (许国峰)
Alias(es)	Chairman Xu
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Xu Family; Xu Group
Occupation/Role	Chairman of the Xu Group
Status	Active 588
First Appearance	Chapter 27 27

Background and History

Xu Guofeng built the Xu Group from the ground up and became the head of a family with vast assets. He is conscious that the Xu Family's wealth exceeds its remaining political and social foundation, particularly after the death of Yang Qingyue's father and the gradual loss of that generation's connections. He expects powerful interests to target the family rather than leave its wealth unchallenged. 27 463

While Yang Qingyue receives treatment abroad, Xu Guofeng initially investigates Lin Chen and concludes that he comes from an ordinary family with average academic results. He becomes concerned when Xu Mengyao begins showing interest in Lin, believing that a partner with a matching family background would better protect both his daughter and the Xu Family. 27

His view changes after learning that Lin Chen is the fairy-tale author Lin Yu, earns millions of yuan monthly, and possesses exceptional abilities in calligraphy, painting, cooking, basketball, and foreign languages. Xu Guofeng gradually accepts and supports Lin Chen as Xu Mengyao's partner and later publicly introduces him as his son-in-law. 58 59 143 146

Xu Group Leadership

Xu Guofeng responds decisively when the Zhao Family faction spreads rumors that Xu Mengyao and Lin Chen's marriage is fake. He dismisses managers Hu Jie and Ma Yuhe, announces personnel changes, and moves against Vice President Zhao Huaiyuan's influence within the company. 144

His confrontation with Zhao Huaiyuan develops into an open struggle for control of the Xu Group. With support from Elder Xu and other allies, Xu Guofeng frames the conflict as a defense of the company and his family after Zhao Tianyou involved Lin Xiaoqian in the rumors. 146 148 149

He later expands the Xu Family's control of Star Dream Technology by signing share-transfer agreements with shareholders. After repurchasing an additional 1% of shares, he holds 19%, bringing the Xu Family's total control to 70%. 261 263

Business Judgment

• Recognizes that relationships and long-term foundation matter more than nominal assets when comparing the Xu Family to older, better-connected families such as the Song Family. 222
• Advises Lin Chen not to expose Song Shikang's scheme prematurely, warning that Song Qingquan may reject accusations against his own brothers without sufficient trust. 222
• Recommends that Lin Chen invest in strategically important ports and Australian mines when Lin considers deploying 50 billion yuan in capital. 418
• Warns that growing prominence inevitably attracts rivals seeking profit or attempting to divide the benefits. 311

Personality

Xu Guofeng is protective of his family, especially Xu Mengyao and Lin Xiaoqian. His initial hesitation toward Lin Chen stems less from contempt than from fear that his daughter may be hurt or that the family will lose the protection afforded by a strong marriage alliance. 27

He is pragmatic and calculating in business, viewing commercial competition as a battlefield and favoring measured responses over impulsive retaliation. Even when confronting the Zhao faction, he combines direct dismissals with recruitment efforts to weaken opposition and stabilize the company. 133 144

Despite his seriousness, Xu Guofeng can be sentimental about his daughter's happiness and openly delighted by Lin Chen's extraordinary talents. He also retains a youthful enthusiasm for martial arts, asking Lin Chen to let him experience flying through projected Internal Energy. 130 138 314

Skills and Resources

Corporate Management

Xu Guofeng is an experienced chairman capable of restructuring personnel, negotiating share acquisitions, assessing corporate risks, and managing factional conflict within the Xu Group. 144 261 263

• Uses a combination of punishment and incentives to divide hostile factions and recruit undecided managers. 144
• Understands the strategic value of influential families' public attitudes toward the Xu Group's future business opportunities. 222
• Maintains enough wealth and influence to hire professional bodyguards and operate a private aircraft. 61 131

Security Awareness

Xu Guofeng consistently emphasizes that wealth and prominence create danger, urging Lin Chen and Xu Mengyao to prioritize protection and discretion. 101 255 314

• Ordered protection for Lin Chen and Lin Xiaoqian when the Xu Family began facing external tests. 101
• Went missing in the United States after his security-team contract expired, leaving only two bodyguards assigned to him. 131
• Became trapped in an African country during a civil war after rebels occupied his location. 372
• Expresses interest in learning marksmanship as threats against the family escalate. 381

Enhanced Physique

Lin Chen begins expanding Xu Guofeng's meridians to improve his self-preservation ability. Xu Guofeng feels rejuvenated after the first session and agrees to temporarily move closer to Lin Chen's household so the process can continue. 423

• Fights to rescue Yang Qingyue when a mutated giant octopus drags her underwater in Hainan. 588
• Blinds the octopus by striking both of its eyes before National Security agents arrive to assist them. 588

Relationships

• Yang Qingyue — Wife; the two discuss their daughter's future, the Xu Family's vulnerabilities, and business threats together. 27 133
• Xu Mengyao — Daughter; Xu Guofeng supports her increasing role in Xu Group affairs and ultimately respects her relationship with Lin Chen. 101 144
• Lin Xiaoqian — Granddaughter; he is affectionate toward her and is especially angered when the Zhao Family involves her in its schemes. 57 148
• Lin Chen — Son-in-law and Lin Xiaoqian's father; initially investigated as a seemingly ordinary man, then accepted as a valued member of the Xu Family after his abilities and character become clear. 27 58 146
• Zhao Huaiyuan — Former business ally and vice president whose faction becomes Xu Guofeng's principal internal opponent in the Xu Group. 144 149
• Elder Xu — Influential elder who supports Xu Guofeng during the conflict with the Zhao Family. 146 148

Notable Quotes

“Business is like a battlefield.” 133

“Tall trees attract the wind. When you become powerful, even if you are kind to others, you will still touch upon their interests.” 311