Xu Zhiyun and Long Aotian were drinking tea.
The two of them discussing dical techniques was like a perfect harmony between high mountains and flowing water—kindred spirits eting at last!
A beautiful woman in an ancient dress played the guzheng nearby, its lodies lingering in the air.
There was an incense burner and a chessboard.
Luo Shiyin brewed and poured tea on the side, while Qi ishao sat behind Long Aotian, studying the chess ga intently.
"Aotian, your move seems a bit too aggressive. Aren't you afraid of being unsupported and failing?"
Xu Zhiyun hinted at sothing deeper, and Long Aotian understood.
"Hahaha! A chess match relies on strategy, scheming, and boldness! Especially when playing against a master, hesitation, and indecision won't do. This lone piece may be isolated now, but with support from the rear, it might beco the key to victory and change the outco of the whole ga!"
With that, he placed a piece on the board.
Xu Zhiyun was stunned, staring at the board with a bead of sweat forming on his brow.
This man... what an impressive setup! Such a powerful lone piece!
"You rascal... I an, one piece... that's quite sothing. Impressive, truly effective."
Luo Shiyin smiled, watching as Long Aotian turned the ga around, feeling a surge of joy.
But suddenly, thoughts of unsavory images flitted through her mind—her face twisted with excitent and madness. Her hand trembled, spilling a bit of tea.
Long Aotian raised an eyebrow. "Girl, why have you been so distracted lately?"
Qi ishao leaned over. "Sister, take a break. Let handle it."
Long Aotian said, "Uncle Xu, Xuejiao is intelligent and resourceful. I'm certain Lu Chengwen is no match for her. You can rest easy."
"Mm." Xu Zhiyun nodded. "Rumors are already spreading outside, and we're expediting the formalities on our end. I think we can start scouting the terrain and drafting the blueprints."
"Hahaha! With Xuejiao in charge, you really don't need to worry so much! On her first day at work, she reportedly stunned the entire company with her efficiency."
At that mont, soone pushed the door open. "Chairman, Mr. Long."
The person then leaned close to Xu Zhiyun to whisper sothing.
Xu Zhiyun said, "Hey! Speak up if you have news. Mr. Long is no outsider."
"Oh, Mr. Xu, today, 12 billion has already been transferred to the construction account for the Chengwen District project. Our hospital construction is slated to begin after phase three."
Xu Zhiyun's chess piece fell to the board with a clatter, and he stared at the ssenger in shock. "What did you just say!?"
Long Aotian was also taken aback. "Are you... could you have made a mistake!?"
The ssenger's lips twitched. "How could there be a mistake about sothing like this?"
Xu Zhiyun looked at Long Aotian; Long Aotian looked back at Xu Zhiyun.
Both were dumbfounded.
Long Aotian thought: What's going on!? That's my money! That's my money!
Xu Zhiyun thought: Luckily, luckily, that money isn't mine, it's yours. But... how am I going to explain this to Long Aotian!?
The situation was awkward.
Luo Shiyin frowned on the side, while Qi ishao pondered. "I understand!"
Everyone turned to look at Qi ishao.
Qi ishao said, "Miss Xuejiao just entered enemy territory. She must provide a 'pledge of loyalty.' For a woman as beautiful as her, she either sacrifices herself or... uses this money to show her sincerity."
"Ah... yes! Yes, that must be it!"
Xu Zhiyun said, "It must be! Yes, Xuejiao used the 12 billion to make Lu Chengwen trust her!"
"Ah, hahaha!" Long Aotian laughed as he straightened the chess pieces. "Scared for a mont. Now that I think about it, it does make sense. As long as the funds are used as intended, there's no way that Lu Chengwen can renege on this deal!"
"Exactly!" Xu Zhiyun said, "Phase three it is, then. It wouldn't make sense to build the hospital earlier. Without occupancy rates and surrounding infrastructure, a hospital would just sit empty. Yes, considering the long-term, this plan is actually reasonable, right Aotian?"
"Reasonable, reasonable! Miss Xuejiao is indeed clever—bold and decisive, with unparalleled drive! She truly carries the spirit of her father!"
"Hahaha! Tea? Another ga?"
"Hahaha! Tea? Another ga?"
The ssenger continued, "The company also managed to free up an additional 20 billion, which was added to the Chengwen District construction fund and transferred under the oversight of Zhang Tuofeng."
Xu Zhiyun and Long Aotian shot to their feet, shouting in unison, "What!?"
They exchanged stunned glances.
They were at a complete loss.
Luo Shiyin bit her lip, thinking: This is bad! This is really bad!
I knew it! You're always trying to outmaneuver Lu Chengwen with your complex sches.
Well, now look—over 30 billion has been transferred into his account.
I warned you!
So stubborn! So stubborn! If you had just listened to once, it wouldn't have co to this.
Can you still not see how powerful he is?
That Lu Chengwen, even I... no, I won't go there!
When Qi ishao arrived on her first day, her shorts were confiscated! If not for Hua Xue Ning's reputation, she would have had to confront him with nothing but confidence!
And now, you send Xuejiao against soone like that? Isn't that like feeding the tiger?
Qi ishao grew serious.
She firmly believed that Xu Xuejiao hated Lu Chengwen!
That kind of hatred couldn't be faked, just like her own.
My hatred for Lu Chengwen is real! Xu Xuejiao and I... share the sa feelings and perspectives.
But why did this happen?
Qi ishao slowly stood up. "Could it be... just a business investnt? I've heard the market's evaluation of Chengwen District is very positive. This project could actually turn a profit in the end."
Long Ao Tian looked at Xu Zhiyun, and Xu Zhiyun looked at Long Ao Tian, and both burst into laughter.
"Exactly!" Xu Zhiyun said. "That kid Lu Chengwen, he might not be good at many things, but when it cos to making money, he's got talent. He took over a failed project, one that everyone avoided like the plague, and sohow managed to revive it!"
Long Ao Tian laughed heartily. "The more you invest, the more you earn! With that 2 billion invested, there's a chance we'll make 4 billion back! This investnt is promising!"
"Not just promising, it's bound to be profitable!" Xu Zhiyun said with excitent. "Think about it, not only can we join this project and make a big profit, but we can also make Lu Chengwen trust Xu Xuejiao's loyalty without a doubt. It's a double win!"
Long Ao Tian clapped his hands, laughing. "Brilliant! Brilliant! Uncle Xu, we are n of great stature; we can hold our composure!"
"Of course, of course. So... tea? Chess?"
"Tea! Chess!"
"Please!"
"Please!"
The two sat down and resud their ga, sipping tea.
Then the person continued, "Just now, Mr. Xu's assistant team returned ho and moved Miss Xu's belongings. They said that starting today, she's going to live with Lu Chengwen."
Both n, holding their tea cups, simultaneously spat their tea out, showering each other's faces with tea leaves.
Covered in tea leaves, they glared at the ssenger with anger.
The person lowered his head. "We couldn't stop her."
Qi ishao clapped her hands. "Good! Without venturing into the tiger's den, how can one catch the tiger cub? Since Miss Xu Xuejiao has entered Lu Chengwen's lair, she will surely return with results!"
Luo Shiyin tugged at her sleeve, thinking, Is this really encouragent? Isn't this adding fuel to the fire?
Lu Chengwen's side is too dangerous. Any woman who goes there... ends up bringing back a tiger cub.
If I went over there a couple more tis... I'd probably be preparing for motherhood.
Long Ao Tian was already bewildered. "Uncle Xu..."
Xu Zhiyun said, "Ao Tian, don't panic. Let think this through... Let figure out how to explain this... Anyway, how about we play chess, drink tea..."
Long Ao Tian thought, Drink tea? Play chess? How can I be calm right now!?
My heart isn't that big!
I handed you more than a billion, and you turned around and invested it directly into Lu Chengwen's project. Now, both the money and the girl are on Lu Chengwen's side. What am I now?
Am I the fool funding their wedding?
Long Ao Tian was about to lose his temper when the doors swung open, and Xu Xuejiao walked in.
Both n stared at Xu Xuejiao, unmoving, just watching.
Xu Xuejiao walked over as if nothing was amiss. "Father, Brother Long, huh? What kind of tea ceremony are you performing? How did you end up with tea leaves all over your faces?"
The two n brushed their faces awkwardly. Xu Zhiyun urgently said, "Did you invest 2 billion into Lu Chengwen's project in the slum redevelopnt area!?"
Xu Xuejiao frowned. "What do you an by investing in his project? I invested in Houde's project! This project is now a joint venture of four companies. If we all push forward, it will definitely be profitable in the future."
Long Ao Tian said, "Then why did you invest the money I gave you for building the hospital?"
"Brother Long, don't you trust ?"
"Huh? I..."
Xu Xuejiao said, "That money is also an investnt; it will bring profit. Besides, hospital construction is a long-term project that won't be feasible in the early stages. Even if it's built now, it'll be useless. Do you know how long it takes to gather experts from various departnts, professors, attending physicians, nurses, support staff...? How many dical schools we'd need to collaborate with? It's very complicated."
Long Ao Tian scratched his head. "But my money..."
"Brother Long, wasn't that money you gave ? Why... Do you think Xuejiao isn't worth a re 1.2 billion?"
"This, this, this... Of course not! You're worth 12 billion—no, you're priceless!"
"Oh, I know what you're worried about!" Xu Xuejiao said with a smile. "You're worried that I'll suffer a loss, right? Don't worry! I've invested this money to get the slum redevelopnt project moving quickly. Once the profits co in, Lu Chengwen will imdiately allocate that money back to so that the hospital can be built."
"By that ti, we will have already made a profit, the occupancy rate of Chengwen District will be high, and the hospital will be ready to open right away. Isn't that great?"
Both n nodded in unison.
Xu Zhiyun said, "See, I told you, my daughter wouldn't make a loss-making deal!"
Long Ao Tian added, "Uncle Xu, you're just overly suspicious. I trust that Xuejiao won't deceive !"
Xu Zhiyun and Long Ao Tian said in unison, "We're such fools!"
Xu Xuejiao's expression changed to one of sadness as she said, "I never expected that the two most important n in my life wouldn't believe in ! You clearly doubted !"
"No, no..."
The two n started consoling her, praising her decision, praising her vision and courage...
Luo Shiyin interjected, "Miss Xu, are you really moving in with Lu Chengwen?"
Xu Xuejiao blinked. "Of course! How else am I supposed to gather information about him? At ho? By calling or texting? Lu Chengwen often works from ho, and sotis even holds etings with senior executives at his villa. That's where I can gather firsthand information!"
"But aren't you worried about Lu Chengwen... He's... I an... he's..."
Luo Shiyin was at a loss for words.
Xu Xuejiao's face turned serious. "Luo Shiyin, are you implying that I'll lose my chastity by going there?"
"I... Lu Chengwen really is..."
Xu Xuejiao's expression hardened. "Luo Shiyin, let ask you, you've been to Lu Chengwen's house many tis. Did you lose your chastity? Did he take advantage of you?"
Luo Shiyin's eyes widened, feeling cornered.
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