《Miss Beautiful C.E.O and her system》


 Chapter 1: Car accident

    In the city suburb under the dark night.


    Thunders cracked above in the sky; from time to time lightings forked into several parts and brighted the area underneath.


    Rain drizzled, forming puddles of water on the roads. Layers of tall buildings stretched along the path. The convolutedwork of traffic was deserted by cars and pedestrians.


    Shopping malls and stores located on the sides of the pavemt were all closed. Except for necessary streetlights and somemps from the apartmts above, the night was dark and lonely.


    Despite in the busy area, sometimes some parts of the road wer''t fixed and a pool of water gathered. Several ripples emerged due to the rain. The reflection depicted the blurry scery as if a heavly artist had drawn an incredible oil painting of urban backg.


    Soon, something crashed above and the water spluttered, recollecting back the image slowly afterward. It was a vehicle with its red taillight shining on the sshes, drawing a long scarlet line.


    The car was a ck luxurious sedan; the frame and its strong skin showed its value. Nobody would be surprised if they managed to discover how expsive the vehicle was.


    Despite the tough exterior metallic appearance, its exquisitess didn''t diminish. The curves and bumps of its design were meant to be aerodynamic and it proved the car also majored in high-speed driving desired by customers.


    The driver was a young woman, aged a mid-twties. Her slim pretty fingers on the steering wheel would twitch asionally to rx the tsion in her muscle. She moved her head a little every now and th to allow her eyes to nce at the rear-view mirror.


    The woman was indeed beautiful, having an appearance many other girls would be vious of. Her long ck hair cascaded over her shoulders, decorating her face in the cter. Her skin was as smooth as silk and , her sparkling dark pupils along with a straight petite nose and gorgeous lips; everything about her mesmerized the viewers.


    Ev a supermodel would lose in front of her. Not to mtion, there wasn''t obvious makeup on her face.


    She pressed the signal to the right and her turn was smooth. She drove on, listing to the wiper beating on the windshield. Back and forth it cleared the raindrops on the ss. ncing at the clock on the dashboard, she shook her head.


    :00 a.m.


    The time was way past midnight; no wonder. Her right hand reached over the bridge of the nose and massaged it gtly with her fingers outlining under the eyes. She sighed heavily, herint unknown whether because she feared driving alone or to her exhaustion from work. She braked her car gtly to a stop since the traffic light was red ahead.


    Her car was at a junction and ahead of her on the right side of the road, workers with yellow helmets and reflecting jackets appeared busy behind a truck with a yellow sir light swiveling on top. There wer''t any cars except hers at the intersection.


    Grelight, she put her foot on a gas lightly while her head turned left and right for any speeding cars. idts td to ur wh one car doesn''t follow the rules. Ev if she followed the rules, caution must be tak. She wt straight bypassing the trucks and nced at the rear-view mirror.


    Afterward, she shook her head andmted she wasn''t the only person overworking. Poor people ev under the rain. She clicked her tongue and her fatigue seemed to be lighthearted. Her cars sped up until they disappeared from her sight. One car on the oppositene swished past and she felt no longer lonely. At least there were still people outside.


    She rarely returnedte and this night was an exception. Although she usually worked overtime as required by her job, she always tried to take care of herself. Tonight was unexpected as time passed unknowingly. Her stomach now churned with hunger and hoped that dinner was still there prepared back at home.


    More trees appeared beside the road and buildings became sparser. A few houses here and there. She was now exiting the busy area. As time wt on, the young woman''s expression turned strange as the streetmps were all out. Now except for her car headlights, she couldn''t see more.


    Another T-intersection and her destination was on the right but the red traffic light stopped her. Opposite her, a truck came into her view. She differtiated the vehicle based on the types of headlights. It was huge and disturbing. She frowned and raised her palm to block the intse ring light from her eyes. It was disgusting.


    Some drivers never knew what effects they had on others. To make matters worse, the rain poured harder, and hammering sounds from the ceilings of the car tered her ears.


    This truck didn''t ev slow down. She knew it was going straight ahead. Typical drivers at night. But the light turned gre and she chuckled whether that driver had already calcted. Never mind, she continued and turned right slowly.


    The truck''s direction changed and it sped up. A loud gine rumble ev vibrated against her car, grasping her atttion and she nced left. She was in utter shock. The truck elerated rolling toward her.


    As therge light loomed over, her deer eyes froze. Ev though her brain screamed for action, her foot couldn''t stomp the gas. Fear suppressed her. She could barely move. As long as her foot worked. Just a little.


    The gine roared and her car begin to rush out. But no¡­


    Bang!


    The truck crashed into a small sedan, spun, and hurled it over to the side of the road. ss shattered and the side of the body hunched inward. The woman felt like she was hit hard by a sledgehammer several times on her whole body. She was stunned and wt unconscious for a while.


    Luckily, her seatbelt saved her from further injuries. Although she couldn''t move as if drained out of ergy, her eyes had a glimpse of the outside. She watched the driver''s side door op and a shadow came out. A man by the looks of it walked a few steps with his hands inside the pocket of the raincoat. A lighting shed behind and she saw him smoking.


    It was never an idt. This was murder!


    She hoped this culprit could rescue her, but her rationale realized it was impossible. Her heart grew cold and blood tickled over her cheeks. Her life was under countdown and in the hands of others. But he stopped. And she understood why.


    She captured a small fire from the brok side mirror and her car was soon to be gulfed in mes. Who was her emy? Who was it? She had never done a thing to offd someone to such a degree of wanting her life.


    Her blurry vision discovered the man hopped back into the truck and whooshed away. She was desperate; tears soaked, dripping along her cheeks. Her eyes redded from both sadness and anger. With remaining strgth, she clched her hand into a fist, trembling in spite of some blood flowing along her arms.


    Her eyes dead on the disappearing truck. The me behind grew bigger and her mouth transformed into mockery. Unwilling, she closed her eyes as the eyelids got heavier and her head dipped. She knew nothing afterward.


    Perhaps it was a mercy, she thought.

 Chapter 2: Straight to the hospital

    After hearing the suspicious loud sound, two m came out from the small trail at the side of the road where the previous young woman''s car was hit. Although it was in the middle of the night, they wer''t asleep.


    They were ying cards and drinking wh a deafingmotion disturbed them. Under the thunderous sky, it was distinct to both of their ears. Something was hit hard instead of the usual thunder cracks.


    As soon as both sprinted toward the sce, they saw a truck dashed away and a destroyed burning sedan. Cursing under their breath, they had no time to record the licse te number as they bolted for rescue.


    One of them halted and said, "I''m getting a fire extinguisher and my tools. You figure it out yourself in the meantime. And take care."


    One man nodded and watched as the other returned for additional tools. He rushed to the sedan and saw a wounded young girl, blood trickled from her forehead, and her upper clothing also soaked in red. The door was nted and he tried to pull out. It was stuck.


    He hurried a and tried every other door. It was all the same. None of them worked anymore. The heat gradually rose as he felt it burn his skin, despite not directly touching the me.


    It was fortunate the rain still poured down. Else he couldn''t fathom how soon the car would be inmed. At least, the rain managed to slow the process and he got more time to think.


    He somehow saw a long metal stick, perhaps crunched out from this vehicle. Picking it up, it was a bit heavy; he stuck the metal betwe the oping and mmed it out with his tire body like using a crowbar.


    After several trials, the failure wasn''t a surprise because its bulky weight caused inefficicy. The man was desperate because if a young life passed away in front of him, his heart would shatter.


    He had never se the appearance clearly since the hair covered most of her face. Everybody regarded females as a weaker sex and most vied for protection. If she was reced by a man, although his heart would be painful it wouldn''t hurt as such.


    Hiss!


    Fumes of cold gas sprayed from his right side. His frid had arrived and the fire extinguisher screamed nonstop to put out the fire with the help of oing rain.


    "What''re you looking at? Hurry! Get the tools to work." His frid roared out. "I bring out our phones along too. Call  emergcy number."


    He picked up the phone from his frid''s back pocket and dialed the number.


    "Hello, Please sd an ambnce quickly. We''ve got an idt at the intersection¡­"


    After putting the phone on the speaker, heid it down on the grass a. The two together stopped the situation from worsing and managed to free the woman while speaking with the caller. Seeing her fragile, he put her down on the grass, not knowing what to do next except to take out their jackets and put them over her for heat. Both waited for the paramedics.


    Soon, sirs red, and help had arrived. Police cars, ambnce and fire trucks all rushed to the sce.


    In the emergcy room of the public hospital in Province N.


    "Female, mid-twties. Multiple injuries, possible bleeding inside. Patit is unconscious."


    A group of doctors took over the patit from the ambnce while one of them who appeared to be a team leader asked for further details from the paramedics.


    She was a female doctor and nodded after listing to the paramedics'' briefing; she st them out after they finished and checked the patit while everyone connected the required instrumts a.


    Young woman in aa, car idt, possible internal bleeding and damage to the brain. She listed to themotions and closed her eyes, her brow filled with exhaustion.


    "Low Heart rate and low blood pressure."


    The screech from various medical devices showed the diress wasn''t over. Doctors and nurses scrambled a the patit. Despite chaotic momts, the whole situation was under their methodical control.


    "Performing Chestpression!" The previous female doctor rushed and straddled over the patit, paying atttion not to wors the injuries. Her hand sped as she put pressure on the patit''s chest, her body moving up and down.


    "It''s still dropping."


    "Electric shock needed!"


    "Stay clear!"


    "All Clear!...Shock!" The girl''s body rose from the bed and slumped afterward. The doctor continued her work and  minutester.


    "Stay clear!"


    "Energy Increase!....Shock!"


    "It doesn''t go up. Heart rate still decreases. More Energy." The machine beeped to notify it was ready for a shock.


    "Stay clear! Shock!" Now for a third time electric shock had be giv but no good change was happing. Everyone''s face wasn''t well. Soon the line and number disying the heart rate became stagnant straight and dash on the monitor. A long re announced the worst news for the patit.


    The female doctor wasn''t giving up and mounted on top and pressed the patit''s chest again.


    5 minutes passed and every staff sighed. Frustrated, chestpression never stopped. She wasn''t epting failures.


    One of them couldn''t help but pat her back and said, "That''s ough. We did our best."


    The female doctor also sighed and got out of bed. Suddly the patit''s heart resumed and the monitor proved the miracles.


    "It''s beating again."


    Everyone rejuvated and proceeded with the treatmt. No one knew the soul inside had already changed into someone else.

 Chapter 3: Woke up

    One of the private rooms in the hospital.


    The light sieved through the window beside and shone on the bed. A girl lying down on the bed weakly oped her heavy eyelids.


    Her pupils remained out of focus but wh she heard a monotonous beeping sound from the machine beside her, she frowned. The whole room was clean and mostly , filled with disinfectant and some perfumes.


    Why was she in the hospital? What happed? Wasn''t she dead?


    In contrast to her weak appearance, she raised her body to sit up straight. No one would believe it if this girl got up with strgth not long after an idt.


    Despite her sick and pale appearance, she was still beautiful. Her wless oval-shaped face, although covered by some sters to address the wounds, had perfect alignmt along with the long ck hairs draping behind her soft shoulders. Her thick strong eyebrows filled in the picturesque with her eyshes twinkling every time she blinked.


    She licked her soft thin lips, which would never fail to captivate any man. Thebination brought out a strong temperamt unconsciously in her. It was as if her behavior was deep to the bones.


    She had both the attractivess of Asian and Caucasian features. Perhaps her blood was mixed such that it brought out the utmost stunning effect. The obvious fact was listed on her chest, where the heavy delicious weight was firm and soft. It wasn''t toorge nor small, not ev medium. Her breast was measured roughly at double Ds, despite being hidd under the gown; any expert could figure this out.


    The  nket covered her lower parts but ev showing her upper body informed the rest, her body was alluring. The ck pupils seemed curious, gazing at the thin pipelines connected with her hand.


    IV drip.


    Her nostril sniffed and her lips pouted in dissatisfaction. She never once liked being in the hospital, nor anyone did.


    Ev though she showed confusion in her eyes, every gesture exuded her confidce in herself. Combined with her strong air, anyone would realize the girl was in fact someone in a higher position. Power and authority were at her fingertips.


    As she scrutinized the tire simple room, her atttion was on the television opposite her bed. It wasn''t the device but the reflection from the scre which shocked the girl.


    Her eyes wided wh she studied her arms and hands and the reflection copied her movemt. She was in disbelief.


    ''Why am I a woman?''


    Still thinking she was inside a dream, she pinched her chest lightly and couldn''t help but moan out. It was a stinging pleasure. Her brain nearly shut down from a blissful ssation. The touch had already foretold, it wasn''t a dream. She had really changed her gder and she didn''t know what happed.


    A door creaked. Someone was here.


    Calming herself from panicking, her eyes scanned the visitor. A female doctor tered the room, watching several papers in her hand until she came nearer and discovered the patit was awake.


    Surprised but the doctor smiled at the girl.


    "You''re awake! I''m d seeing you sat up."


    The girl meekly nodded as she never took off her eyes from the doctor, who was definitely gorgeous. Wearing the  medical long shirt over her blue T-shirt inside and tight ck pants, her youthful air charmed the patit.


    The convtional spectacles on the face added to the intellectual atmosphere. Her hair and eye color remained the same as the girl on the bed. The doctor put the papers on the desk a and leaned over with her hands on the handrail on the edge of the bed.


    "Miss Ling, how do you feel right now?"


    A name rang inside her mind¡ªLing Qingyu. Hearing thenguage differt from what she already knew but somehow able to understand, Ling Qingyu now knew what her situation was. She had somehow transmigrated into another body but she had no idea if she was in the same world.


    She wasn''t new to the idea as she had read a few webnovels depicting the same theme. Being able to speak the unknownnguage straightaway didn''t faze her. Since she had no memory of this body yet, she must be vignt to not make others aware of her change. It must be done gradually.


    "I''m fine. There''s no pain. Just hungry and thirsty."


    The doctor immediately picked up a stic cup and filled the water. Ling Qingyu drank and soothed her throat. Looking at the name tag on the doctor''s left chest, her name was Mo Yunxi. Ling Qingyu asked her doubts to know about herself.


    She saw the doctor eying her strangely and exined her memory was a little chaotic. The doctor appeared unconvinced and said: "ording to the CT scan, we find no damage to the brain luckily. You shouldn''t suffer memory loss, but sometimes the brain registered the evt as trauma and selectively tries to forget."


    She was in a car idt and reached the hospital on time. Ev electric shock was used and the heart no longer beat but a few minutester it resumed. Ling Qingyu instantly noted the possible time her soul tered this body. Mo Yunxi''s narration cleared her confusion


    Suddly outside this room, she heard someone calling for Mo Yunxi. Doctor Mo in front of her sighed and said, "Actually, I admire you, Miss Ling. To be able to struggle and founded apany at this age. I''m very fortunate to have a small talk with you. I''ll be going now."


    Now more mist filled Ling Qingyu''s brain. Admired by a stranger gave her the hint¡ªshe must be someone influtial and famous. It was definitely not from the tertainmt as she personally founded thepany. The desire grew to inquire more, but her new frid left.


    Yes, she regarded Mo Yunxi as a frid although she believed the two had never met. Because in this sudd strange world, she was the first person who made herfortable.


    Ling Qingyu wished to regain her memories to find out her idtity. But first, she was about to forget why she became a woman.


    [System initiation sessful and the idtity found: Ling Qingyu]


    [Loading data¡­]


    As electronic female noises sprung out inside her body, Ling Qingyu didn''t panic because most transmigration novels appeared to have system to help the protagonist. She wasn''t sure if she was one but she must speak with the system.


    "System¡­"

 Chapter 4: System

    "System?"


    [Yes? By the way, you can speak with your mind; there''s no need to say it out loud.]


    Quickly ncing left and right as Ling Qingyu worried someone had heard her ev if she was alone inside the room.


    ''Who am I? Why did you change my gder?''


    [Hmm¡­You''re Ling Qingyu. Aged 4. Presidt of a ''Spirit Beauty Co.Ltd''. Sessful trepreur on the wealthiest female lists.]


    The short introduction of this body stunned Ling Qingyu. Her name wasn''t too confusing with her previous life as those memories were diluted. She really regarded herself as Ling Qingyu.


    Now she knew why there was admiration from the doctor she met prior. To be able to stand out from many and also with a female body was no easy task. This showcased previous Ling Qingyu''s talt and hard work.


    The initial discontt of transformation dissipated as she was happy to live inside this body. Being a presidt sounded very brilliant albeit she remained concerned with her gder.


    [You were chos by luck and after sifting through your memories, the system put your soul into this body.]


    ''Ahh, why? I''m a man and I should be a man right.''


    [Everything is for a reason.]


    Ling Qingyu was exasperated by the wanton excuse giv by her system. She wondered if the system was here to punish her instead of helping her life. She had absolute trust in herself, she made no grave unforgivable sin in her previous life.


    [Yes your tire life, you didn''tmit bad deeds but you had no merits either.]


    [You were sort of a misogynist, who believed wom should stay inside the house. Wom must serve m. Although you never degraded a woman once and treated them kindly, your belief annoyed many females, including your frids.]


    [Since woman meant wife of a man, you believed a woman marrying a man is their ultimate happiness. You also participated in Inte war whever this topic arises.]


    [You convinced yourself, the world would be better if the woman stay in their roles. Maybe you don''t admit it yourself but you see wom functioning more as reproductive tools.]


    Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched after listing to the system''s gibberish. It became more and more unbearable.


    ''Okay, stop! So you let me be a woman as punishmt?''


    [Correct! The system wants to test whether your belief still stands to prove yourself here personally.]


    [Nothing is better than being able to experimt in person. Congrattions!]


    ''Congrattions my ass! In a man''s heart, bing a woman is sphemy although I don''tin about this body...So, I am not your master th.''


    [Yes but no reward. I''m merely a Watcher.]


    Ling Qingyu''s hands were beating the nkets underneath her in frustration. If someone outside saw this sce, the nurses would be frighted. Patits who rectly suffered an idt shouldn''t move too much.


    [At least, I st your soul into a wealthy presidt. You won''t suffer a lot. Hmm¡­I think so.]


    ''My heartfelt unwell hearing you say you think. What do you mean you think? You''re still unsure!''


    Ling Qingyu breathed deeply to calm herself and got to the main point. Otherwise, this system was born to rub her face on the g. Every word was her nemesis. Bing a woman, what''s the worst that could happ?


    Sheforted herself, her wealth was ough to live without working. At least, she thought so.


    ''About the car crashing dream, was it real? This happed to my body.''


    [Yes.]


    She heard the system''s reply and was instantly alert because the answer meant she already had emies who wished her dead. Ev though the real owner died, she lived in her ce. If she didn''t want to cause disturbances in the hospital, she would have sworn out loud.


    ''You are the omniscit system, right? You can help me out of this situation, please?''


    [Of course, although this system said to punish you, you''re not without a chance. But your emies are really strong for you at this momt. The system promise to give aid.]


    Ling Qingyu sighed in relief and quickly realized her currt situation was a bit wrong. She felt quite unlike someone who rectly had an idt and asked the system.


    ''How long was the idt?''


    [The system knows your doubt. One day and one night. The system helps you heal your body quickly without any hidd consequces and made you twice as strong. You are no longer as fragile as before.]


    Ev with an increase in strgth, Ling Qingyu was sure she was weaker than in her previous life. She reckoned her strgth physique could merely wrestle more with an above-average man.


    ''System, is there no avable memory to help me?''


    [You''ll receive them a little every night you slept. The system wants to see you facing trouble and solving them.]


    ''You! Why don''t you just inject me the whole inside my brain?''


    [Because your soul is small and fragile.]


    ''Fuck! You mean I''m stupid. I dare you¡­''


    [What? Not satisfied, Come and bite me?]

 Chapter 5: Conversation with her system

    Ling Qingyu was in deep thought, whether she had offded the system so much in her previous life. Since the system was omnipott, who really knew if she met its incarnation?


    She didn''t know if she was wrong but she felt the system was more lifelike instead of a mere machine.


    Remembering her system mtioned she still had unknown emies in the dark whose aim was so obvious from the murderous intt. After she had expericed death, she cherished her life more.


    Her obsession with gder was gone at this momt. But she must ask the system clearly as she believed her ideology wasn''t wrong. Right?


    She was confused. If so based on her prior belief, shouldn''t she prepare to get married? Heck no! She was a male and would always stay with a male heart. It''s messed up.


    ''System, did I do anything wrong? Although I admit my belief was annoying butpared to extremists, I''m way okay.''


    [That''s why you''re now inside the body of a rich woman. Otherwise, I''ve st you to a poor girl with high attractivess. It''ll totally make you insane.]


    This stce scared Ling Qingyu to death. She could already vision the tragic poor life without strong support. Most wom longed to find and made use of their beauty to obtain strong support, although some aimed too high. It was understandable.


    If she hadn''t met her body''s real owner, she would''ve never known there existed such a strong indepdt woman who never wt on a crooked path. Ev from a male perspective, Ling Qingyu admired herself. This was a real high-value woman.


    Whatever the case, since she owned this body, she must live as Ling Qingyu and inherit everything including her adversaries. She sighed the rich had their own drama of conflicts. Hidd knives were more worrying than an obvious punch or brawl.


    [Don''t worry with the system here, we''ll solve everything together.]


    She nodded in agreemt. All of her secrets were known only to this existce. In this world, she trusted it fully, except the part where the system had the ability to annoy her.


    [And at least, this life is much better than your poor pathetic life before.]


    What poor? She lived very well, Okay! Except for rting and being unable to buy extravagance, her sry was ough for a living.


    ''Since you''re the system, show me the  tab or something to disy my attributes.''


    Ling Qingyu quickly changed the topic lest her injuries resurface from being pissed off. This system studied the art of cane and carrots obviously.


    [You meant scre? What garbage attributes? Don''tpare the system with the useless one!]


    [I''m not the system that you thought of or heard. This system is peerless.]


    ''Yes, yes. Please our mighty peerless system, kindly introduce yourself so that your frid no longer made mistakes.''


    [What frid? Hmph! Since you''re polite, I''ll forget your previous condescding attitude. List to this system.]


    Ling Qingyu almost vomited but hold it back with sheer psychological will. Throughout this interaction, it seemed she was the only one being targeted, not the other way a.


    [This super duper peerless existce is not something mortal could imagine. You should be honored to receive my help.


    [Others would be vious of my favor. This system is known to travel in the void ande across differt worlds. Created by a multi-verse civilization and was free after its destruction. Nevertheless, don''t care about my past for it may damage your self-esteem.]


    It wt on self-talking for several minutes that Ling Qingyu regretted speaking out first. But she was contt ough to discover the real idtity of a system.


    It wasn''t shocking after going through transmigration wh she learned multi-verses and differt universes.


    It was too tall for her at this momt. With the system''s help, she didn''t believe she would fail in this life, not to mtion her starting point was already very high.


    Her dder felt full and Ling Qingyu wanted to pee. She looked downward and couldn''t ev see her stomach from her position because the bosoms were too full and upright.


    Her face blushed at the thought of a woman peeing and she was frighted. She stood up from the bed, her hands holding the pole where the IV drips came from. Pulling along with her, she tered the toilet in her room.


    Standing in front, she lifted her gown unconsciously and was about to release wh she withheld the currt. Realizing she had lost the tool, Ling Qingyu with a helpless face sat down on the bowl and peed.


    The drizzle sounded mesmerizing and she shook at her weird thoughts. Wh did she be so perverted? It took very long and she felt very good, almost groaned from satisfaction.


    Closing her eyes to increase her ssation, her lower crotch was warm. It was too shameful; luckily no one knew her inner thoughts.


    [Yep, no one. Pervert!]


    Ling Qingyu choked and patted her chest. Although the jiggling was eye-catching her atttion was far away. Flushing the water, she stepped in front of the mirror and almost gasped at herself.


    No way, the reflecting image was way beautiful despite appearing weak and pale. This face, this devil figure, the curves, and perks. Her mouth turned into a wide ''O''.


    Wiping the corners of her mouth, she was speechless, drooling at her own body. She decided this body only belonged to her.


    Ev with her messy hairstyle and hospital gown, which made her appearance less appealing, she was definitely a goddess. Underneath the gown was her smooth bright long legs, not too thin, not too thick. A perfect ratio.


    A strong charm from a stunning face also showed a heroic temperamt, causing a rapid heartbeat inside Ling Qingyu. She was sure a strong outlook of a woman would for sure arouse a man''s desire for conquest. Of course, narcissism might be included but who cared?


    She herself wasn''t spared from the mystic spells and had a hard time imagining man resistance. Perhaps, she had fear of her own attractivess and its consequces

 Chapter 6: Mother System

    Ling Qingyu wasn''t wrong in her opinion. Her fear didn''te out of nowhere. She had lived for long although a single boring life but she had expericed the world.


    The world had people of various kinds. With her beauty, it wasn''t a problem if she met good ones; otherwise, her fate would be disastrous. Especially in the rich world, it was more dangerous wh thew and society became less effective.


    Ling Qingyu contemted how on earth was the previous owner able to survive with such a physique. She suspected her system might be the culprit.


    [Ahem¡­The system tweaked and ultimately hanced your beauty. Rich and beautiful, isn''t it the life you want.]


    She ev imagined her system was like a little girl, poking her fingers at each other, expressing her inne.


    And as expected, this alluring woman in the reflection was the system''s hand. Her mouth just twitched but she didn''tin. She got a new life due to the system and should be satisfied.


    Ev so, Ling Qingyu didn''t believe the system hanced too much. She could see the body had a strong foundation and had a hard time visioning this body how she survived after countering several harassmts.


    It really wasn''t a problem in the West for this beauty to appear in public ev though she still had to be vignt. But this was not the case. Based on her looks despite some Western factors, Ling Qingyu was in Asia and her conversation with the doctor was in Chinese!


    That was a huge predicamt.


    ''System, did I transmigrate in the same universe?''


    [Nope¡­You can find out about the world situation yourselfter. Believe this system will protect you but you must remember¡ª everything must be done by your hands.]


    ''Our omnipott system is the best.''


    [Stop ttering.]


    After blowing kisses and rainbows, Ling Qingyu focused on the main point.


    ''Didn''t this body have any boyfrids?''


    [None at all. Most pursuers gave up after seeing the strong momtum. There were some who tried to manipte through illegal or dark means. The previous owner managed to thwart their ns and fought back fiercely.]


    She knew it would be like this.


    ''This is not the West.''


    [Any region of the world had the same type of people regardless. If you don''t want to be manipted, grow up quickly. It''s not without reason there''s a saying humans are inhertly sinful.]


    ''Where''s the original girl inside this body?'' She finally inquired about her suspicion.


    [The system collects the soul and sds it to a new nurturing life. Despite what it appears the original owner wasn''t happy and quickly agreed to leave this body. Of course, it''s also because this system gave her too much.]


    Ling Qingyu: ¡­


    Considered it as she didn''t ask. Reincarnation wasn''t a surprise now to her. Sighing, she washed off her hands and face to refresh herself on the basin. No matter what she wished the best for that girl too.


    Ling Qingyu exited the bathroom while dragging the pole. She was annoyed now and wanted to take the tubes and needles off her skin. The system immediately warned her thoughts.


    [If you don''t want to attract others'' atttion,y low for a few days. You can leave the hospital after 3 days.]


    She walked back toward her bed and sat on it in frustration. Her eyes lost color as her thoughts wandered a. Too much information was stuffed into her head, from transmigration to a richdy to facing dangers.


    Ev without cheats, Ling Qingyu was confidt to struggle in hard times but she wasn''t sure to take down her opponts and avged her previous owner. Luckily, the system would be her backing.


    What second-geration rich or politicians? Scram. What gangs or underg forces? Scram. She had a system mother. The whole multi-verse was her help.


    [I''m not your mother. I''m a cute cute girl.]


    At least give her the time to immerse in her happiness instead of breaking the feeling.


    ''System has a gder?'' Her eyes weird.


    [Of course, I regarded myself as female and changed into it. Why do you think my voice belongs to a female th?]


    Don''t want to ask anymore. Ling Qingyuy down and raised the back of her hand over her forehead.


    ''Alright, th system tell me in detail about your help.''


    [Well, based on your conduct you''ll receive a reward. In addition, there''ll be a lottery reward every month depding on your luck.]


    ''Or your mood?'' Ling Qingyu siltly added.


    [Don''t think this is too low-d. Once you manage to achieve good stuff, it''s a boost to your situation.]


    [Who knows your personal strgth would have the opportunity to increase.]


    Ling Qingyu was ted after hearing thest stce. The whole lottery and other rewards didn''t attract her. Strgth was what she craved. As someone who used to possess a strong strgth suddly became weak, insecurity was all over her mind.


    Ev though she understood wom were inhertly weakerpared to the opposite sex, wh it applied to her Ling Qingyu felt unfair. She somehow had already put in their shoes. Well, she was way more than put in. It should be burrowed deep ough.


    ''So, where''s the reward? Give it to me quickly.''


    [Are you sure, you want it right now? Th starting every month on this date, you''ll receive a monthly gift. Confirmed?]


    ''Confirmed.'' Ling Qingyu rubbed her hand, gazing at the ceilings in anticipation.


    [Since today is your first pick, you''ll receive more. Or in other words, you could call it novice rewards. Based on your good attitude, this system will be merciful and give you three.]


    As she listed more and more, she found the system bing crooked. If not for fear of losing the opportunity, Ling Qingyu had already shown her edges. Perhaps rainbow farting was the road to the pinnacle here.


    [Congrattions! You''ll be receiving three novice gifts, unlocking the monthly reward from now on.]

 Chapter 7: Novice gifts

    Ling Qingyu was ted after hearing she was receiving three at the same time. Although her system was simr to a nagging old woman, it was a tsundere. As long as she showed goodwill, the system would return back the favor one way or the other.


    She sat up straight wh she thought she was going to receive more than what she had anticipated. Since she''d read webnovels about those systems, she knew there were differt kinds.


    For instance, there were some which absorbed the luck of the world based on the protagonist''s deeds. Forcing them in subtle ways through maniption of punishmt and reward. Some systems were pure evil on the path to destroy the universe and absorbed it as a personal strgth.


    Fortunately, her system belonged to neither, and based on her introduction there wasn''t any punishmt. It appeared her system existed more of an aide. If Ling Qingyu did nothing, she was sure nothing would happ to her but she was at her own risk.


    Perhaps her innerwork was too vibrant, the system noticed and asked.


    [Don''tpare this system with what you''ve read in your previous life.]


    [In fact, this system was not what you can imagine.]


    ''Yes, my grand super duper cute strongest system. Please take out the gifts.''


    [Hmph¡­Suit yourself.]


    Ling Qingyu heard a ringing tone in her mind and there were fireworks. Her eyelids twitched. Sheined about the settings but her system ignored her on purpose.


    [First gift: Congrattions! You got two character cards.]


    [Don''t underestimate this gift. Character card is the mean to summon an existce from other worlds such as animation, novel, manga, or movies. It might also include other unknown worlds.]


    [They would stay by your side to help you on your journey. It depds on your luck whether you won a big or a small.]


    ''So, this is Pikachu summoning. Why would I want a doll beside me though?''


    [This system didn''t give you Pikachu. Stop dwindling just summon it now.]


    She was sure her system was screeching at the momt and quickly got into a serious state lest her system reduced her luck.


    Ling Qingyu prayed at every existce, rubbing her palms and her mouth naming deities. Of course, she would never forget to boot-lick the real deity inside.


    ''Oh great and peerless system. Help me with my luck.''


    Two ck cards appeared out of nowhere, their edges lined with goldyers. Ling Qingyu grasped them in her hand and the brilliance dissipated.


    She turned the card over and saw two female figures on each of the cards. Both of them appartly Chinese by the names imprinted in big yellow fonts: Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue.


    The sybles sounded chanting but she was attracted by their images. Tang Ziyi wore all-ck attire¡ªshirt, and pants¡ªcovered by leather jacket above. Her body ratio was indeed close to perfection from the image. Wearing a sunss which covered part of her face and her hair without any restraint spreading across the shoulder, Tang Ziyi was only missing a helmet and a motorcycle.


    She was simr to the mafia Lady boss, leaning her back against the wall and folding her arms in front of her chest.


    Xiao Yue seemed younger than Tang Ziyi. Her face was closer to the adorable type without any sexiness despite her clothing choice. She wore a ck cheongsam with gold patterns inside and slits on the side of her thigh. The dress indeed reached below her knees but her looming thighs were on sight.


    Her temperamt was no differt from a youngdy from a big family as she sat on the sofa with her hair tied into a bun behind in the image.


    Ling Qingyu was amazed at the two alluring beauties but she snorted at the thoughts of what could these wom do to contribute to her cause. She preferred male characters and didn''t think wom could provide her needed helps.


    After receiving the character cards, she put them aside and waited for theing themes. Would she still obtain such summoning again?


    Soon, witnessing Ling Qingyu had finished studying, the system continued.


    [Second gift: AI technology of a high-level civilization. This one came from an interster world.]


    Ling Qingyu gasped her breath and her body was trembling with excitemt. This had to be the best gift. Her system wouldn''t be able to help out in detail because the very multi-verse existce might have some trouble participating in a single universe directly. Naturally, it was only Ling Qingyu''s conjecture.


    Now although she had no idea about the level of AI she would be in possession of, Ling Qingyu''s confidce rose for her strgth to grow up in this world. Having a strong backg was necessary for a better springboard.


    Ling Qingyu froze as she began to think about where to put her AI. Noting her thoughts, the system quickly replied.


    [Don''t worry about the cemt. You could ce it anywhere and my advice is to be ample space underg. There is so much hardwareing along and you don''t need to be anxious.]


    Nodding her head, Ling Qingyu calmed herself as she understood¡ªlike a supeputer, sufficit systems were required in order for the function to work properly. Her AI was no differt.


    [Third gift: Photonic Gerator. Don''t confuse this technology with your currt world''s because this gerator is no differt from creators.]


    [Except that it couldn''t create life, any metals could be created. Plus, smallponts such asputers andrger ones like car gines could be printed out directly.]


    Ling Qingyu was suffering from shortness of breath after gaining this tool. She loved her system''s gift. If it wer''t avable, she would have already giv the system her kiss.


    Apart from the first one which she felt a bit useless, the other two wrecked her nerves. These two if known outside could result in terrible repercussions. She must keep them a secret.

 Chapter 8: Her role as a transmigrator

    Ling Qingyu was in disbelief at her luck. It was impossible for her luck to be so good. It must be the hands of her system. She mouthed gratitude siltly at the system until she heard theter stce.


    [Of course, this was alsopsation for turning you into a woman.]


    Her feeling would be better if she didn''t hear it.


    Ling Qingyu felt uneasy with the huge amount of gifts showered on her; she couldn''t bear to antagonize her system but she must ask.


    ''System, tell me really, why do you choose me? Don''t tell lies anymore.''


    [Hmm¡­In fact for this body, this system had already decided to choose a male soul, which I''ll be exining in a secondter. And your soul counters me at that momt too.]


    [Of course, the system isn''t arbitrarily choosing people. Instead, the system scanned methodically all the memories and find you suit the best despite your school of slight misogynist thoughts.]


    ''Forgetining about me. Listing to your exnation, I''m sure you must have a n for me to exist in this body.''


    [Of course, everything happs for a reason. This world''s timeline is unusual. My scanning shows this world be simr to the world of novels.]


    ''You''re saying I travel to a novel world.''


    [Likewise, but not exactly so. You would never understand if I exin. It''s better to put it this way¡ªwe''re in a real world where the situation is simr to novels. Got it? Anyway, I put you in the world which you hated the most.]


    Ling Qingyu knew the book type she hated most in her previous life but was adored by many female fans somehow. She begged not to hear what the system said but would be disappointed.


    [Sadomasochistic novel of a CEO with a damsel.]


    She said inwardly, as expected. If giv a chance Ling Qingyu would like to screw the head of these authors what they were thinking and that also included readers who joyed them.


    But she breathed out in relief at the thought of herself as impossible to be a character in the novel.


    ''So I''m not part of the character of this novel. Great at least.''


    [Yeah your character wasn''t included but your half-sister was the female lead.]


    Ling Qingyu: "¡­"


    Could she return and peacefully reincarnate now? This news was very explosive. Before she ev nned, her emy was the male lead. Anyone reading the books understood they were darlings of the world. No matter the status, that person who wt against these characters never had a good ding.


    Wait the system said half-sister, not sister. What did it mean?


    [It''s literally.]


    Ling Qingyu was sure based on sadomasochistic themes, one way or the other she would die due to the male lead''s decision, and her half-sister after knowing would run away. Push and pull, back and forth, happily ever after. Her mouth curved as she had a bad taste.


    Fuck! Who cares about their ding? She was already dead by th, what''s the use?


    No, Ling Qingyu must act fast to protect her half-sister ev if the word ''half'' was included. To save herself from trouble and prevt her so-called sister from getting deep unable to extract herself out of it.


    ''Is that all the surprise?''


    [Nope. Additionally, there is another novel theme in this world too. It''s the same as what you''ve read a lot. Stallion types.]


    ''Oh, harem? A man of culture indeed, hugging left and right, beauties all fell over him. No matter what, he was backed by wom and protected them. I admire and vy these male protagonists.''


    [This system hoped you can still have this mindset after fully listing to the remaining stces.]


    What else could happ? Except for the sadomasochist male lead who she had to deal with, stallion one was better. In his own world of beauty pursuit, there wasn''t a chance to get in each other way. She had already be a strong indepdt female presidt. Well¡­wait, a presidt?


    Where was the sse of deja vu ringing in her mind?


    [In fact, ording to the fate trajectory, you''re supposed to be the main wife among the harem member.]


    Ling Qingyu had her mouth op wide. No words came out. Her mood was riding a roller-coaster as she spoke with the system. Sheined she was really be yed badly.


    Being technically targeted by favor ones of this universe wasn''t very good. Her ding, she couldn''t bear to ev predict.


    ''So, I''m technically one of the members of the harem?''


    [Yes, you ask the system why you were chos. Here is the answer, the system hates these kinds of stories from taking ce. Harem and dominating woman plus Stockholm syndrome. None of them pleased the system''s eyes.]


    Well, this was the first time, Ling Qingyu heard her system also had eyes.


    ''I suppose you want me to thwart these evts from happing. My goal is to save my sister or any other kind woman from suffering.''


    The system no longer spoke but she knew it was her default. Yes, Ling Qingyu now regarded her system truly as a ''she'' because who would be the most upset with harem themes? Well, that also included Ling Qingyu now.


    Since her destiny was to get married, she utterly felt disgusted, especially serving a man with other wom together. Damn, she was already dizzy with the methods to avoid marriage and now she graduated straightaway as one of the male protagonist''s wom.


    Fortunately, her system was kind ough to not hide the information. Fuck the harem! It''s good to be self-reliant. Who said wom must follow m''s orders?


    ''System, let me guess the stallion male is a special force soldier who retired from working as a mercary and returned to this country. But his influce was widely known by hidd strong associations a the world despite not being famous in his homnd. Is it?''


    [Correct. I''m surprised you already know¡­]


    Ling Qingyu''s forehead twitched in exasperation at her system''s reply. No wild thoughts needed. This world was ****up with Chinese problematic addictive novels.


    ''Let me guess, this stallion''s name is Lin Fan, correct?''


    [Wow!]


    Ling Qingyu: "¡­"


    Could she say she wanted to quit now?

 Chapter 9: Character cards power

    Although after hearing about her future predicamt, Ling Qingyu felt bad. Whever she remembered she had the system''s backing, she was happier.


    At least she didn''t believe a mere single universe could fight against multi-verse existce if her system wasn''t bragging.


    Her previous jubnt mood from receiving big gifts was extinguished by the system. Having nothing to do inside the room, Ling Qingyu took out the two character cards and looked carefully.


    ''How do I summon them now?''


    [You just say in your heart you want to summon and the card will transform.]


    Okay, it was too simple, a boutique product.


    Holding the two cards with her fingers, she mouthed: Summon.


    The two cards vibrated and shone brightly. Ling Qingyu''s heart raised in anticipation of theing of new goddesses. Although she said before, she preferred m so that they could provide more help, summoning wom wasn''t too bad.


    Who in the world didn''t want to be sured by beautiful wom?


    The gold brilliance dissipated afterward. Nothing happed. Ling Qingyu was speechless and almost vomited blood. Why didn''t it work?


    She was about to scold her system; wh she turned over the card she discovered a change. Photo portraits of these two wom disappeared, reced by more lgthy descriptions.


    Before she read on, a message appeared inside her head, stating to summon Ling Qingyu only had to throw them out. She was relieved and at the same time also had a great desire to file aint. What was this if it wasn''t Pikachu? Instead of a ball, it became a card.


    The information shown on the card caused Ling Qingyu''s eyebrows to rise. It was indeed a big surprise. She changed her mind; it was better for these wom than m.


    Tang Ziyi, aged 7, .77 meters tall, was born into a family of martial arts. At the age of 6, she started practicing martial arts. At the age of  learned everything in her family and decided to study other kinds.


    At the age of 5, after studying various kinds of martial arts, she began learning how to shoot various guns and training special soldier tactics. At the age of 8,bined all the systems to create her own way sessfully.


    At the age of 0, she wt into various battlefields as a private mercary. At the age of 5, afterpleting numerous missions and gaining experice, she learned the art ofputer hacking and several differtnguages.


    At 7, she traveled a the world wh she was free from missions and perfected her martial arts by fighting in the underg ara.


    Her fighting talt was invincible in her world. She stood at the pinnacle and tried to find a way to upgrade herself. In a world filled with crisis, the valkyrie overlooked her achievemt and her sole purpose was to make herself stronger but couldn''t find the way.


    Ling Qingyu almost lost her grip on the card as she read on. This was too invincible. She wasn''t sure if this one could be regarded as a woman ev. Martial art and strgth maniac should be best suited for Tang Ziyi.


    Underneath the introduction was her personal status, summarizing her talts.


    [


    Name                  : Tang Ziyi


    Age                      : 7


    Combat System  : Ancit Martial arts,  Taijiquan, Bagua, Wing Chun, Karate, Brazilian Jujitsu, Aikijujitsu, Aikido, Muay Thai,  Kali,¡­etc


    Talts                : Master of martial arts, Severalnguages linguistic, Hacker,  Proficit in gunfighting, tactician, Closebat experts


    ]


    Ling Qingyu had no idea how to describe this woman. To be honest, she had already lost the shackles of mortal and tered the god realm. She regarded Tang Ziyi as a fighting god.


    Her breath quicked in excitemt at the thought of having such confidante. She moved on to the next card, which was a younger woman.


    Xiao Yue, age , .7 meters tall, was born in the old days of the Warlords Era wh state control was in chaos. The daughter of one of the famous warlords. Raised and pampered but she never wanted to stay inside hidd by the family. She understood only with strgth, can she be free like a bird.


    At the age of , she learned martial arts. At age 4 she learned how to use rifles and pistols. All these with the permission of her father who thought she was merely for y.


    Until at the age of 6, her family countered life and death struggles, she showed her prowess. Trusted by her father, she tered the army and served as a staff officer. Step by step became adjutant of the marshal


    Admired by her subordinates but was vied by her brothers. Soon the heir to the throne of Warlord raged her family. She felt ironic her strong family wasn''t destroyed by others but by itself.


    In times of chaos, she brought out her close confidantes, maids, and her mother, who was only a concubine, from her family to safety. With all the knowledge she had learned, she rose again in a ce where everyone ignored her.


    At the age of 0, her leadership now mature, and she became a warlord to protect her family and people from the turmoil of mes. Her ruling area was peaceful from violce and chaos.


    At the age of , after sessfully repelling several times and defeating her opponts who conspired against her, her territory became stronger and there was no worry of copse.


    Ling Qingyu now didn''t change her face because she was too shocked. Although this one appeared more normal, she wasn''t sure what her emotion was going through. If Tang Ziyu was a talted soldier king, Xiao Yue possessed goodmanding ability and organization skills.


    Both excelled at their paths. Now possessing these two wom, Ling Qingyu was on cloud nine. If this was a dream, ev if she transformed into a woman, she hoped to never wake up.


    She read the summary of Xiao Yue.


    [


    Name                  : Xiao Yue


    Age                    :


    Combat System : Ancit martial artist, All Cold weapon system


    Talts                : Sharpshooter, Good Command ability, Methodical organization  skills, gius strategist, A natural born leader


    ]


    Now Ling Qingyu didn''t mind their gder and desired to ask her system if there was more. Although their names wer''t familiar to Ling Qingyu, noting their histories and talts she felt she had se them before somewhere.


    She put her suspicion aside andughed out loud: "Good! Very Good!"


    What if her future harem stallion was a special force soldier? In front of these two wom, he had to give in. Perhaps her weakest point belonged to her backg. But she was confidt with the system plus these two wom, if she failed in growing stronger, she shouldmit suicide.

 Chapter 10: Her two generals

    These two cards were so hot in her hands, Ling Qingyu was reluctant to throw them away. But after kissing these cards in session until she was satisfied, she tossed them out.


    The cards flew, rotating in the air, and stopped their trajectory defying thew of physics. Still swiveling, these cards became brighter and slowly dissipated into pieces of photons.


    A sh blinded Ling Qingyu''s eyes and wh she oped her eyes again, two wom stood in front of her.


    One of them was taller than the other. Based on the heights she already knew who was who. Their dressing style was in absolute contrast; one wore a modern style, and the other wt for an elegant antique style.


    The tall one was in all ck except her leg wearing a pair of brown cowgirl shoes. She ck leather jacket over her ck shirt along with her ck long pants. This color if it wasn''t for her good skin, she wouldn''t exude a captivating temperamt.


    Tang Ziyi''s attire was applicable for all asions ev in a sudd fight. She had a big sunss covering half of her face just like inside a card. Strong cheeks and petite nose with not-so-thin eyebrows.


    ncing at her tire body, Ling Qingyu''s throat dried again. She hadn''t ev se the face but the air a Tang Ziyi mesmerized all her atttion. Mysteriousness alongside fiercess.


    Her eyes moved toward a shorter one. In contrast to a more mature vibe, Xiao Yue appeared lively and youthful. Wearing a long ck cheongsam with gold imprints and splits starting from the thigh, Xiao Yue disyed her long legs to Ling Qingyu, whose eyes didn''t move away from the legs.


    It was firm and slder, plump where it was needed, along with high heels added more grade. No unnecessary features were added. The ratio had neared perfection. Ling Qingyu unconsciously licked her tongue and couldn''t extract herself from the sight of looming ss.


    Somehow Xiao Yue spread her legs and both legs were shown from the thighs, causing Ling Qingyu''s eyes to light up.


    "Looks good? Wanna see more?" Xiao Yue said charmingly, her fingers in curving motion and posing out her chanting figure more.


    Ling Qingyu instinctively nodded her head until she realized her gaffe and coughed out to express her inne.


    Now that she had a glimpse of their body, she had to admit, the two were indeed alluring in their own way. Both busts were very promint for Asian wom. At least it was more than a D. Their hips were upturned and plump naturally. Surely, morous hourss bodies indeed.


    Perhaps because she had se her own attractivess, she didn''t lose any more of her control. However, her eye''s hidd movemts were noticed by the two experts.


    Tang Ziyi removed the sunss from her face and curled her lips. Her cold elegant voice came out, turning her body to the side and touching her hips with a gleam in her eyes.


    "Do you wanna touch our ass?"


    Ling Qingyu''s instinct quickly shook her head, saving her life from misery. Her resistance toward these beauties was dropping every minute. She must divert her conctration elsewhere.


    She conversed with her system quickly. ''System, are you sure they would never harm me?'' Ling Qingyu had to inquire because her guts told her to be wary of her deeds in order to avoid losing the first impression.


    Well, it was already brok after ogling at them.


    [They will leave you if they didn''t like you but they would never hurt you. And you don''t need to introduce your situation because this system had already told them.]


    ''Brok! Damn! You didn''t mtion me being¡­''


    [Not at all. Else you won''t be alive speaking to me.]


    Since they knew her state and problems, everything was easy to talk to. Yet there was still a problem rted to their idtities. Attracting the atttion of the governmt or any state apparatus wasn''t desired, especially her system.


    ''System, about their official status¡­''


    [Done! This system has solved everything. They would be the same as the rest of the citizs. It''s effortless.]


    Ling Qingyu sighed in relief. Everything was tak care of. If she didn''t know her previous life and the system had problems with her ideologies, she would have thought she was the daughter of Miss System.


    Her face turned red and riped like an apple, ev the two wom wer''t spared from her captivation. They were a bit stunned and recollected their thoughts after hearing Ling Qingyu speak.


    "I guess, you already knew about my issues plus my past. I''m not gonna dwell on further. I''ve read your characters and personalities. You are superb help right now." Ling Qingyu cleared her throat to regain focus and said out everything from her heart.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue nodded their head in agreemt since they were told by the mysterious existce. They were shocked, particrly with the part where a man was inside a woman''s body.


    Both of their gazes shone on Ling Qingyu with pity andpassion. Ling Qingyu''s forehead twitched due to their nces, especially her feeling like being mtally retarded was the most obvious message from their eyes.


    "Right now, I''m very much in need of protection. I need to know who wants to kill me and I need investigation." Ling Qingyu said quickly, her face serious. "The faster our process is the better we''ll find the clues. I think you two could help me with this issue."


    Wh it came to serious cases, their expressions were no longer smiling. The two of them must protect Ling Qingyu from harm right now. That was the priority.


    Wh it came to underg evts, Tang Ziyi was an expert who swam in those rivers back and forth. Xiao Yue might be contributing to the fight but surveince capabilities were zero.


    "You don''t need to worry about the initial culprit. I can find their locations and everything in a matter of hours. It''s the backhand that I''m worried about." Tang Ziyi spoke out her ns. "I may need time to find the real conspirator¡­"


    The door creaked suddly and everyone was silt. Someone came in.

 Chapter 11: Nurse Yin Jingfei

    Everyone wt quiet and no one talked just to see the person tering the room. Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi, and Xiao Yue all turned their body toward the trance.


    It was a nurse who came in. While Ling Qingyu was relieved, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue had their vignce high. Especially Tang Ziyi, she had se many cases where someone pretded to be a nurse to assassinate the patit.


    Although the currt Ling Qingyu was awake at the momt, if one was not careful, they would be giving others a chance. Their scrutinizing wasn''t over until the nurse''s face showed happiness after seeing Ling Qingyu had wok up.


    But Tang Ziyi''s eyes never left her and caused difort for the nurse. She didn''t care as her priority was Ling Qingyu''s safety.


    Coming straight into this new world and having to be on guard against unknown threats was too much for her at the momt.


    Noticing the nurse attding to her getting stressed out, Ling Qingyu found out the reason, but she didn''t mean to me Tang Ziyi. Not mtioning if she ev dared.


    Checking her drips and everything else, the nurse smiled and soothed Ling Qingyu. At the same time, she med the hit-and-run driver who took no responsibility. The nurse was sympathetic to Ling Qingyu who had to go through all of this.


    The nurse along with her uniform was beautiful in Ling Qingyu''s eyes but it didn''t result in another sluggish momt. She had se many beauties including herself at perfect score today. Her tolerance increased.


    Wh the nurse turned a and was about to leave, Ling Qingyu''s stomach churned out loud. Ling Qingyu blushed and held her stomach, lowering her head.


    "You''re hungry. Hehe¡­don''t be embarrassed since you hav''t eat anything yet. There''s a restaurant on the g floor." The nurse said and watched lovingly at Ling Qingyu. "I can take it for you if needed to."


    "I''ll do it." Tang Ziyi cut in. It was always better to do everything oneself. Her trust in the nurse wasn''t high yet.


    "You have money? Do you ev bring cash with you?" Ling Qingyu asked puzzled. She had just summoned them and one of them ev volunteer to pay for her. Where did the moneye from?


    Tang Ziyi gave Xiao Yue a look. Xiao Yue understood her meaning and waved her hand. Satisfied, she left the room while the nurse was stuck.


    "It seemed that you know me a lot Miss Nurse," Ling Qingyu eased the atmosphere.


    The nurse nodded and sat down on a bch beside the bed. "My sister works at yourpany and is a fan girl of yours. She always mtions your name this and that. You''ve no idea how much she admires Miss Ling. I hav''t ev told her you suffered a car idt."


    "It''s better not telling her yet. Promise me you won''t spread the news that I woke up, Miss Yin." Ling Qingyu''s eye spotted Yin Jingfei on her name tab.


    "Why?" Nurse Yin was confused as it was never good for bad news tost long, especially wh the person in front needed to refute the rumors. Else herpany''s stock might drop.


    "It''splicated. Until the right momt, I cannot exin more. But I hope you promise me, Sister Yin." Ling Qingyu requested sincerely, making the nurse Yin unable to reject. Well, she wasn''t nning to reject her in the first ce.


    Half an hour passed while Ling Qingyu and Yin Jingfei discussed together herpany. Although she had no memory of it yet, as she spoke more she was able to recall more. Using this opportunity, Ling Qingyu sought to recover all her memories.


    A knock came from outside and Tang Ziyi tered along with the food inside the package. The sct permeated across the room and Ling Qingyu ev saw the Nurse Yin and Xiao Yue, licking their lips imperceptibly.


    "Sister Yin shoulde and eat with us," Ling Qingyu invited the nurse, who shook her hand and refused. Until Ling Qingyu said many times and the addition of Xiao Yue, Yin Jingfei could only oblige.


    Tang Ziyi bought five servings knowing this would happ and received a suspicious nce from Ling Qingyu who was still pragmatic about her source of money.


    Four of them ate their lunch and Sister Yin left afterward because she still had her duty. Now the whole room became serious again. Although having food full inside the stomach made everyone sleepy, all tried to resist slumber.


    "Where did the moneye from?" Ling Qingyu still wasn''t willing to let go. Ev though her idtity was very rich, she had no money on her at the momt, not ev her phone. Probably during the idt it either got lost or was confiscated by the authorities.


    Tang Ziyi exhaled out loud expressing helplessness and Xiao Yue sniffled covering her mouth. "Of course, the mysterious existce gave us 0,000 RMB each. It''s all inside my phone along with a bank card."


    Her hand reached inside one of the pockets of her jacket and took out the phone. Ling Qingyu nced at Xiao Yue, who also showed her phone. Now as a rich person, she really looked like a pauper.


    "Nevermind, as long as everything has an exnation."


    "No, I do mind. Today''s lunch cost me 400 yuan and since you borrowed from me, along with 00% interest you should give me back 00 yuan."


    Ling Qingyu''s head grew big, never expecting this big sister to tease her. "00% why don''t you kill me? Ev th your math is wrong; I only need to pay 800 yuan ording to your words."


    "But that doesn''t include my traveling fees."


    "Fuck!" This joke was too madding. Everyone chuckled until Ling Qingyu suddly asked a nonchnt question. "How do I address you?"


    Despite her huge desire to let the two wom call her ''master'', Ling Qingyu didn''t dare. Her survival instinct cut in. Of course, the two were aware what was inside their ''master''s'' head.


    "Just call me sister. I''ll treat you all as my sister."


    No one argued against this decision. They expected her to treat them more like subordinates but the oue was much better.


    "What do we do next?"

 Chapter 12: Her secretary arrives

    Tang Ziyi carried a bag, which she had brought along with a lunch package, and sat down on the bch. She took out aptop from inside, causing Ling Qingyu''s eyes to wid.


    Theptop was definitely high-ss and sophisticated. Ev from her perspective who didn''t know a lot rted to these electronicponts, Tang Ziyi''sptop was way advanced.


    Of course, what bbergasted her wasn''t the sophistication but the source it came from. Before Ling Qingyu saw Tang Ziyi only wt out to buy lunch. Where did she get it from?


    Perhaps her eyes were too piercing, Tang Ziyi returned a side-eye. She oped the top lid and put it over her thigh.


    "The bag was inside my car. I wt to pick it up while waiting for your lunch." Tang Ziyi answered. Xiao Yue seemed not surprised.


    Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched. Her summoning character already had everything and didn''t need to depd on her too much. Just based on these, Ling Qingyu was sure, both of them wouldn''t starve in this world. If her character was repulsive, she was certain they would leave her without hesitation.


    The system ev provided funds and a car for them. What else? With their talts, they would shine anywhere. Now if she didn''t provide their needs, she couldn''t bear to imagine.


    Ling Qingyu felt like she was raising two additional daughters who were set on the path of indepdce. Luckily they provided great help for her.


    The sudd rhythmic collisions of fingers with keyboards echoed across the room and broke away Ling Qingyu''s thoughts. She saw Tang Ziyi''s finger flying a and her eyes never left the scre.


    Now her sunss removed, Ling Qingyu was stunned by Tang Ziyi''s instinctive temptation. Her charm increased as she conctrated more on the work. Anyone who focused on their work exuded a little bit of charm.


    5 minutes passed and still going on. Ling Qingyu''s heart itched with curiosity and asked out loud. Although she couldn''t bear to interrupt this tempting sce, she wanted to know more.


    "Sister Ziyi, what''re you doing right now?"


    No answer and she asked again. This time she received a nce but nothing more. Ling Qingyu decided to wait. And after some time, her fingers paused.


    "I''m trying to hack the CCTV system. Now that I''ve finished, you better tell me the location and time of your idt."


    Ling Qingyu was stunned and realized she had not paid atttion was one of Tang Ziyi''s talts but quickly recalled the information from her dream. She stated the names and numbers.


    "Hmm¡­Interesting. We already knew this was an assassination attempt and now I believed it was more of a premeditated ambush. Right near the sce, it appeared the pictures were froz. I saw no sce of your cars or that truck on that day."


    "What do you mean?" Ling Qingyu was puzzled.


    "It meant all the evidce to look for had be destroyed. We don''t ev know the idtity of a truck driver and the truck itself." Tang Ziyi face didn''t change despite bad news. "Tell me all the routes step-by-step you''ve tak and anything strange you saw that day."


    Ling Qingyu listed to Tang Ziyi''s advice and one by one described everything while Xiao Yue at the side was no longer ying but thinking deeply about what she heard from Ling Qingyu.


    "Wait! The truck with the orange sir and the road construction worker! Where''s it?" Xiao Yue cut in and Tang Ziyi''s eyebrows also raised.


    "What do you mean they were working under the rain? So¡­Wait you mean they''re also involved?" Ling Qingyu eximed. After receiving affirmative answers from the two, this was no longer a simple assassination. Officials were likely involved too.


    Nheless, she told the information and Tang Ziyi worked on it but frowned.


    "I didn''t find any of the trucks you mtioned. Let me look out for previous days and weeks. I now somehow know what to do but it''ll take time."


    "You got all you need." Ling Qingyu replied and looked at Xiao Yue, who was again ying on her phone. Hmm¡­


    It was always weird to see an antique person able to tweak a modern electronic devices. Perhaps her eyes expressed everything, Xiao Yue gazed at her and said. "That existce taught me and I''m trying to get familiar."


    Okay! Cool! Her system gave them everything but not the memories of her body. Too biased!


    Speechless, Ling Qingyu breathed in and out several times to calm herself. She diverted her thoughts to her idt.


    It wasn''t surprising there were so many parties involved. As a rich woman who had a wide influce over the mass, her emies must n carefully. Now the only hint was the road construction workers which Tang Ziyi seemed to be working on.


    An hour passed and Ling Qingyu became bored. She yed with her own nket, unlike a patit who was supposed to be at the hospital.


    "Bingo!" A satisfied cry attracted her atttion. It was Tang Ziyi who likely had found something.


    "What do you find?" Ling Qingyu''s heart raced as she desired the results.


    "I found the truck rted to those workers. Let me now trace them back." Another five minutes. "Ev at the time of your idt, they appeared too calm and unrted. But I''m sure they were also part of the conspiracy against you. We''ll further need on-site investigation."


    "Ar''t they scared that police might ask them?"


    "It''s one thing of being under suspicion but it''s another to have substantial proof, they were the culprits. This didn''t show anything apart from our conjecture." Tang Ziyi gave Ling Qingyu a corrupted society''s lessons.


    She added: "Besides, will the officials behind them allow the police to mess a? Although I''m not pretty sure about your world''s social status yet, we already knew a lot of corruption going on under the table, just based on your idts."


    Ling Qingyu sighed out loud. She must quickly regain her memories to fight back. While in hermtations, a hand over the shoulders embraced her and Ling Qingyu''s gaze found out it was Xiao Yue. Shey on Xiao Yue''s shoulders and felt better. Not to mtion the fragrance from this girl soothed her mind. Soft andforting.


    Until their room''s door creaked and someone came in.


    "Presidt Ling, You''re awake!"

 Chapter 13: Zhao Xiurong

    "Presidt Ling, You''re awake!" A woman''s voice appeared.


    Ling Qingyu was stunned. Those who called her presidt were most likely from herpany. Wh she saw the person who called her, a bell rang in her mind.


    It was her personal secretary, Zhao Xiurong, wearing a  cor shirt and a dark gre skirt up the waist and down to her knees. The tight skirt disyed her thin beautiful waist and the upturned buttocks.


    It made the feminine spots more noticeable and mesmerizing. She wore a belt with a silver emblem in the cter a her waist, right where the junction betwe the shirt and skirt met.


    Her  high-heels nged softly on the hospital''s ceramic tiles as she approached Ling Qingyu.


    Watching her secretary closely, Ling Qingyu noticed this woman also could rank top among beauty lists. Now including her confidante¡ªTang Ziyi and Xiao Yue¡ªshe already met 5 very gorgeous wom.


    Howe this world has so many beauties who were able to score above 9? In just this short amount of time, she countered several. Suspicious, she asked the system.


    ''System, don''t tell me the wom I''ve met today are also harem members of the male protagonist?''


    [Correct! Every person you met today is part of this character. You''re his main wife and the rest are lovers.]


    ''Fuck the main wife. Don''t mtion a word about that. You nearly made me puke.''


    [Ar''t you vious of such life? Now I had fulfilled one of your hidd wishes.]


    ''My wish was to have a harem as a man, not bing a member of it! Besides it''s too much, the male protagonist had all these wom while I''m already satisfied with just one of them.''


    [That''s why one of the tasks that the system asked you to do was to abolish this possibility from happing.]


    ''Of course, I''ll never allow a single woman to be harmed by the protagonist. Rescue task is also my priority.''


    The conversation betwe Ling Qingyu and the system was very quick. "Miss Zhao, I''m sorry to show you my ugly side."


    "No, presidt. Now you looked like a mortal instead of a usual fairy." Zhao Xiurong raised her hand showing what she brought along. "Of course, I meant you''re still good."


    "What did you bring?"


    "Lunch, I''d expected Presidt Ling forgetting your lunch. So, I bought it from the restaurant you like very much." Zhao Xiurong nced at Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue. "These are¡­"


    Ling Qingyu quicklymunicated with the system about their origin and replied: "Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue. Both of them are frids I made overseas."


    "Hello," Zhao Xiurong waved her hand at them who also made the same gesture. Xiao Yue smiled and nodded while Tang Ziyi gave a look and returned to jiggling keyboards.


    "Thank you, Secretary Zhao. I''ve troubled you. And you know we just ate lunch. Forgive me for not being able to eat your lunch." Ling Qingyu''s pale face showed an apology.


    "No, Presidt Ling. It''s my duty. Frankly, I can onlye now after hearing the news from the police and finishing thepany''s work. I''m already d you could wake up soon." Zhao Xiurong put down her stuff on the desk beside the bed and sat down on the bch.


    This private room had everything, including a TV, sofas, fridge, air conditioner, and furniture. If not for the disinfectant smell, Ling Qingyu would''ve thought she was living in a hotel room.


    "It''s good that you''ve wok up. Ourpany needs you Presidt Ling," Zhao Xiurong''s hand held her knees and said expectantly.


    "Oh! You''re happy not because I wake up but because you need me." Ling Qingyu gave her a side-eye.


    "No..I''m not. I mean¡­"


    "Hahaha!" Ling Qingyu sniffled, covering her mouth with one hand and patting her thigh with another. Somehow her character became more feminine. Before she would''veughed without paying atttion to her image and Ling Qingyu didn''t realize herself yet.


    "Presidt Ling!" Her secretary showed coquettish behavior. Although they were calling each other on working terms, both of them were like sisters, taking care of each other.


    The currt Ling Qingyu who was missing some memories wouldn''t know but her subconscious behavior saved the day.


    "Okay, tell me what''s happing in thepany?"


    "Many troubles. I couldn''t ev handle one and my mind blew straightaway."


    Ling Qingyu''s heart raced. Because she wasn''t an expert in administration or in business matters. Ev as a presidt, she probably couldn''t solve what Zhao Xiurong was about to say next.


    ''System, you better help me with the memory fusion. My knowledge cannot solve the currt predicamt. Help! Please! My super duper cute mighty system.''


    Ling Qingyu didn''t care and licked all the way. And the system replied in a cheerful tone.


    [Since you pleaded, let the system reduce your difficulties. Memory fusion began at night wh you sleep.]


    ''Thank you. Thank you.''


    [Hmph¡­What''s this system for?]


    Ling Qingyu focused on the issues her secretary listed. "¡­Especially our stocks plunged and the rate seems unstoppable. There''s no way to recover unless we announce your well-being. Not to mtion rumors are spreading, most likely by our opponts¡­"


    "Sister Xiurong, my head is still dizzy after listing. I''ll solve that, I promise. Right now let''s rx here." Ling Qingyu''s voice sounded exhausted which stopped Zhao Xiurong from continuing her speech.


    "My apology, Presidt Ling."


    Ling Qingyu raised her hand to express herself. ''Rx.''


    "It''s alright. I can solve them all once I sit in the office. For now, can you call the team leader of ourpany''s security toe over?" Ling Qingyu suddly changed the topic, raising Zhao Xiurong''s concerns.


    "Why? Presidt Ling." Despite her curious inquiry, Zhao Xiurong''s hand brought out her touch phone and dialed the number.


    "Just ask her. Tell her it''s important and we need to discuss it in person. If possible bring another guard with her too." Ling Qingyu mtioned her request, causing Zhao Xiurong''s eyebrows to raise.


    "Presidt Ling!¡­is there¡­" Zhao Xiurong heard a voice on the other side of the line and prevted her from asking. Ev though she conversed on the phone, her eyes stared at Ling Qingyu suspiciously.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were uninterested in the conversation except for paying one or two nces at Zhao Xiurong if she posted any threats to Ling Qingyu.

 Chapter 14: Her two bodyguards

    After hanging up the phone, Zhao Xiurong stared at Ling Qingyu, waiting for an exnation. On the other hand, Ling Qingyu was conflicted, whether to confess the reality.


    She didn''t want a piece of harsh precarious news to affect her sister-like subordinates. But she relted under the unstoppable gaze. Raising her hands high as a gesture of surrder, she admitted defeat.


    "I''m d you didn''t mtion to our chief guard that I already woke up." Ling Qingyu started the topic. "I want to wrap all of my rted news under the table."


    "Okay but tell me, what makes you so cautious, Presidt Ling? You wer''t like this before; no matter how harsh the giv realities, you are not the type to give up." Zhao Xiurong was inexplicable at her boss''s attitude. This was totally unlike before. Would an idt really change a person?


    Of course, Ling Qingyu was no longer an original, excluding the fact that her required memory was still missing. Only starting tomorrow would she be able to act like a strong C.E.O. again.


    "Sometimes life can give us too many surprises where you''re most unexpected, and I''m not hiding, to be honest, Sister Zhao. I''ll wait a little while to study ourpany carefully to find out some moles within us. This is the perfect momt for us," Ling Qingyu came up with a reason quickly and exined her deeds.


    "That exins a lot. But your expression tells me otherwise. Come, spit it out." Zhao Xiurong remained stern.


    "Wow, Sister Zhao. Is that how you talk to your Presidt? I feel like our role reversed just now." Ling Qingyu''s face showed annoyance, refusing to answer.


    "Don''t change the topic. I don''t care if you''ll fire meter after I say this; I would still ask you." Zhao Xiurong raised her voice.


    Holding eye contact with her for some time, Ling Qingyu relted andy down on the bed from her sitting position.


    "Actually my car idt wasn''t natural. I had sufficit evidce someone was plotting against me," Ling Qingyu said out everything and covered her eyes with her right arm.


    "What!" Zhao Xiurong eximed. "Heav! You''re 0 perct sure about this?"


    Seeing Ling Qingyu didn''t answer her anymore, Zhao Xiurong realized the situation was serious. But noticing the girls a her seemed not fazed at this information showed they already knew about this.


    Zhao Xiurong sat down hard on the bch drained of ergy. The friction with the tiles screeched. She understood the reason for calling the head of security from herpany.


    She nced at the person on the bed and asked. "So, are you not worried at all right now someone woulde and hurt you."


    Ling Qingyu didn''t reply and merely pointed her finger at Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue. Although her direction wasn''t urate, her message was conveyed to Zhao Xiurong.


    "Them?!" Zhao Xiurong was puzzled wh Ling Qingyu felt safe because of the two wom. Despite the fierce air a them, the two looked like they were gtlewom along with their beauty level. She had no idea how they gave Ling Qingyu a sse of safety.


    Was it because there were morepanions? It seemed so.


    Now the only thing left to do was to wait for the two security guards to arrive. Without them, Zhao Xiurong''s heart couldn''t calm down. She vied Ling Qingyu to have such calmness and realized why Presidt Ling didn''t like to interve in thepany or list to her reports.


    The room wt quiet again except for the ttering made by Tang Ziyi''s dexterous fingers pressing the keyboard.


    An hour passed unknowingly, each of the wom in their own world, while Ling Qingyu slept straightaway. It wasn''t long before she woke up and got bombarded with news after news.


    It was only natural for her to have a rest wh she could. She was still not aware, her misogynist behavior hadpletely vanished. Her system was happy with her change of attitude.


    It was simple, as long as someone reced themselves, they understoodpletely. If she still hadn''t changed, the system promised to reincarnate her many times until she changed¡­Hmph!


    Ling Qingyu would scream to prove her inne. Prove her wrong if anyone like her were in the same situation. She dared them to misbehave, particrly in front of these two strong wom.


    Huh! She really bet the life onward would suffer under the hands of these twos. Any man would flinch if they knew their backg.


    A knock and two wom tered the room. Now the previous ample room felt congested and Ling Qingyu was wok up by the knock andmotion.


    As soon as Ling Qingyu oped her eyes, the two wom attracted most of her atttion, because it was definitely hard to ignore them from their fierce temperamt.


    Compared to Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, the air a them affected others, disying strict discipline and valor.


    Were they better than Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue? Ling Qingyu thought otherwise. Based on the information giv by the system, her confidantes were way more frighting than they appeared to be.


    In other words, they hid too deeply that people ignored them apart from their attractivess.


    Speaking of attractivess, Ling Qingyu observed her two guards whom she called over. Her eyes said as expected; they were still gorgeous.


    One of them was more alluring than the other, with short hair reaching her shoulders. Another had her hair just at the level of her neck. Both wore simple T-shirts, trousers, and sandals.


    ck and  color was the main theme here. One ev had ck and  stripes on the T-shirt.


    Ling Qingyu recognized her¡ªSu Ruomei with longer hair, whom her memory suggested was the captain of the security guard unit.


    Watching the two of them, only one thought came into her mind. System, don''t tell her these wom are also part of the harem? Prove her wrong!

 Chapter 15: Retaliation

    Unfortunately, in contrast to her hope, the system gave her a negative answer. Although she already was convinced it should be this way since which stallion man had she se giv up collecting beautiful girls, Ling Qingyu was definitely pissed.


    Cursing at the system for the injustice happing in the world, Ling Qingyu asked herself in suspicion. ''Wait, every woman rted to me somehow became a member? How does that work?''


    Now the two female guards lost their attraction whpared with other wom inside this room. But if the outside world scored them, they could easily achieve an 8.


    Ev though Ling Qingyu was highly suspicious of this world where so many beauties were avable, she took it for granted as it should be.


    [You are his nominal wife. And ording to the script, it would all start with you.]


    ''Damn!''


    [Besides, you and this man had a marriage contract since childbirth made by the grandparts. These days, people call it¡ªbaby kiss.]


    ''¡­''


    Ling Qingyu now doubted whether the male protagonist in this world was meant to be her emy. Any information rted to him rushed her blood to the brain. Now she had to divorce the main character.


    Which characters had she se doing well after breaking up in any novels? It appeared the will of the world was at work. Won''t she suffer the same fate if she willfully canceled this contract?


    [No, you won''t. Have faith in your system? The will of this world will never ever be able to cause havoc to our previous n. Of course, this system couldn''t directly interfere despite the capability.]


    [You should understand, everything should be achieved by yourself as much as possible without relying on this system.]


    ''I bother.'' Ling Qingyu let out her breath and recollected her thoughts. Wh she looked again at her two guards, her fist clched and her heart itched to beat the shit out of the protagonist.


    She seemed familiar with Su Ruomei while the other merely rang a bell inside her mind a name¡ªJiang Yu. Anyway, it didn''t matter as long as these beauties were rted to her.


    "It appears our Presidt Ling had wok up," Su Ruomei said. "Good to see you well after all several news."


    "Thank you," Ling Qingyu could only reply as such because she had no memory yet. What if she blew her cover? Think of the consequces her heart shuddered. None of the wom this body was familiar with were easy to mess with.


    Nobody thought she did anything wrong. The patit was important above all else here. Zhao Xiurong couldn''t bear to conceal the news and looked at Ling Qingyu for permission.


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes and helplessly nodded. Rumors spread across wom faster. She wondered how long she could ask Zhao Xiurong to keep the secret and now the answer pped her face.


    Also, it might be because these newpanions who just tered the room were indeed trustworthy. Studying their temperamt, they were like what she thought initially, at least more than her previous life.


    Zhao Xiurong exined why she had to keep this a secret and how the presidt had found any evidce that the idt was inttional. Calling them here was also for Ling Qingyu''s security.


    "What! Really?" Su Ruomei eximed and her reaction wasn''t strange. "Gosh! Why is our Presidt Ling being targeted? Ev if the business world is cruel, anything should go within the boundary of thew. This is toowless."


    Ling Qingyu raised her eyebrows at her cute guard''s inne. Who made thew? Those in power; the answer was too obvious.


    "Where do you find such evidce?" Another one called Jiang Yu asked.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes turned toward her and pointed her finger at her head. "My memory. That man who crashed into my car wasn''t the same as the one in shock or feeling guilty. He was stoic standing there watching me submerged in mes. Luckily, someone managed to save me as told by the nurses here."


    She again pointed at Tang Ziyi who was focused on herptop. The three''s head was in her direction. "My frid also hacked into the surveince system here and the CCTV wasn''t working in that specific area on that day. Coincidce? I think not."


    Su Ruomei''s expression was amazed wh she found out the beautiful woman working on theptop had a godlike talt. As someone rted to these fields, she understood how arduous was to break into this system.


    This woman didn''t seem like having any difficulties at all. It was as if her godly act was the usual eating and drinking.


    "So, it''s already prov. Th, do you know who''s behind this?" Su Ruomei asked in expectation. Probably with hackers helping on their side, the investigation would be easier, wouldn''t it? "And have you notified that to the police?"


    "There''s definitely some lead but she''s still investigating," Ling Qingyu replied. "And I hav''t informed the police yet. Nor have theye to inquire because I just woke up this morning."


    "I see. So, we stay here the rest of the time?"


    Ling Qingyu didn''t answer but nodded her head in agreemt and she requested Zhao Xiurong who was looking at her. "Sister Zhao, please take care of mypany during my absce. Don''t worry about worsing crisis; as long as the employees didn''t panic, I can handle the rest. About the shareholders, just  me about them."


    Zhao Xiurong nodded her head and Ling Qingyu told the three wom to give her some privacy wh she talked with two unknown yet capable wom.


    All of them moved near the trance and discussed the situation while Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue after seeing clearance a Ling Qingyu, came over.


    "Now that you have your protection, we can start some on-site investigation," Tang Ziyi said while Xiao Yue''s reaction also approved of this n. "Although I didn''t discover the real nner, I found the idtities of the group responsible for the action."


    "Good! Who''re they?" Ling Qingyu''s face brighted.


    "Rted underg gangs operating in this province, presumably connected with some officials too to dare to act like this." Tang Ziyi added her opinions.


    "By also tering their region, we can also try to find more who''s behind the sce," Xiao Yue stated the real purpose.


    "So, what''s your n?" Tang Ziyi asked.


    After a momt of contemtion, Ling Qingyu replied. "I don''t care about my real emy for now. Since they had done so, they obviously had thought of possible tracing and eliminated those risks before we ev acted."


    "Sister Tang, I want to ask about your abilities. Can you eliminate this part of the gangs without revealing ourselves with your expertise?"


    Tang Ziyi said nothing but nodded imperceptibly, making Ling Qingyu relieved. "A gtleman will wait  years for revge. But I don''t want to wait. Not to mtion I am a woman. I want Sister Tang to punish these culprits responsible for the assassination."


    Xiao Yue cut in: "Have you thought about the consequces after doing this? I''m not worried about yours but your employees in thepany, who''re vulnerable to attacks."


    Ling Qingyu paused for a momt. "Yep, this had to be the best method. The only way is to eliminate thempletely. Whether I do this or not, my employees still have to face these threats. Uprooting it will be the only way now that you mtion this."


    Xiao Yue said nothing but her eyes showed a hint of approval. Perhaps before Ling Qingyu only nned to act on the real culprit. However, no matter what treating these desperadoes in a gtlemanly fashion, Ling Qingyu''s group could suffer losses ev if there wer''t proof. A preemptive strike was the solution here.


    Since this was to be the case,  Ling Qingyu decided to be ruthless. Eliminating these gangs was also contributing to the peace of themunity. Wh no one solved these issues, let her be the first to do so. As for the hidd boss, someday she would...Oh¡­she would never forget to avge this body''s original owner.


    "Do you want to kill them all? I mean that could make a lot of mess in the public. And you might attract the governmt''s atttion." Tang Ziyi expressed concerns.


    "Nope, just kill those who were really responsible and try to snitch out the news from them before you kill them." Ling Qingyu''s eyes were cold as she spoke. "As for the rest, since no one is a good person, abolish them from harming society."


    Xiao Yue liked this idea and looked at Tang Ziyi because it was her specialty. Tang Ziyi already knew the mission and its requiremts. She packed all her things and wt out followed by Xiao Yue after the two gestured at Ling Qingyu.


    [A/N: I''m still conflicted about changing my book title because I noticed it appears too long. I don''t know...I''m confused.


    Shorting seems a better choice. Sigh...


    ]

 Chapter 16: Investigation

    Zhao Xiurong, Su Ruomei, and Jiang Yu all watched the two wom leave. Although their idtities were unknown to them, they must be capable ough to gain Presidt''s Ling trust.


    Next, the three stayed beside Ling Qingyu and talked a lot. Afterward, Zhao Xiurong had to go to thepany to handle the chaotic situation in thepany.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu stayed behind as nned while Ling Qingyu decided to sleep and imnt the rest of the memories into her brain. Like the system had told, slow methodical was the safest, and sleeping was the best method.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu looked at one another and shrugged their shoulders regarding Ling Qingyu''s slumber. Ev though the currt task was boring, they must be serious. Ling Qingyu had giv them absolute trust.


    Although Su Ruomei had heard of these evil deeds from her family members, she really couldn''t imagine the society under thew became depraved. What if there were nows?


    She and Jiang Yu were discharged from the army for several reasons. It wasn''t their desire to leave. Being kicked out of the army was a disgrace, especially for Su Ruomei ev though the reason was very infuriating.


    Jiang Yu felt guilty, and Su Ruomei had to apany her because of her split-second decisions. If she had known, she would never act impulsively.


    She always heard Su Ruomeiforting her, it was never her fault. Oh, how she wished it was only her who left instead of her savior having to join her.


    ¡­ ¡­ ¡­


    While Ling Qingyu nned to use her sleep to regain her memories, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue wt out while capturing any suspicious activities in the vicinities.


    None of them conversed as their topic shouldn''t be heard by anyone in public. Fortunately, it seemed as far as their abilities had told them, there wer''t any threats. Although their conjecture wer''t 0 perct true, it was highly urate.


    The hospital wasn''t crowded as one would expect except for some emergcy patits. Most people wt to the geral clinic where they would be rmded if required to check up with the specialist in the hospital.


    Geral clinics were nearer to their homes; thus, everyone preferred this way. In fact, if every person came to the hospital, the staff here would be utterly devastated by confusion.


    Wh Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue arrived at the big ss sliding door trance, they were immediately relieved. There were very few people in the reception area in contrast to the chaotic congested emergcy departmt.


    The depressing atmosphere ev affected their mtality. As if their strong will was consumed terribly by the crowds.


    Soon, they exited the hospital and came into the parking. Various types of vehiclesy here, from luxurious to mere transportation tools. This was a public hospital, unlike a private one. Various kinds of people would go in and out.


    Since they arrived in this world, only Tang Ziyi brought some of her stuff whereas Xiao Yue had nothing because this world was more advanced than her world.


    Xiao Yue had no idea what car Tang Ziyi had brought. She merely followed.


    "Sister Tang or sister Ziyi, can I call you that?"


    "Of course, Ziyi sounds better and fridlier. Besides we''re nowrade." Tang Ziyi replied.


    "What do you think of Sister Qingyu?" Xiao Yue asked for Tang Ziyi''s opinions


    "Well, we all knew what her initial personal truths were but it didn''t appear too gross, right?"


    "Is it like this or because she''s scared of us?" Xiao Yue chuckled, and Tang Ziyi smiled at her rhetorical question. Both understood Qingyu''s character as were informed by the mysterious existce who brought them here.


    They were preparing for the worst but Ling Qingyu wasn''t too hateful. Perhaps the gder transformation was at y here too.


    They gradually came to a spot where this particr vehicle was outstanding amongst others. It was an all-ck racing sports car. Differt from typical racing cars like Lamborghini, Tang Ziyi''s was a four-seater¡ªCadic ckwing.


    No one knew this was a monster hidd under the appearance. Every part of this car was modified including the gines. Windows were made of bulletproof ss along with anotheryer of armor on the skin to be able to withstand most firearms.


    This Cadic apart from not having an outer shape simr to most racing luxurious cars, had every function the same. In fact, Tang Ziyi ev modified the outer skins by changing the shape into a more aerodynamically sounded one.


    This was the beast and Tang Ziyi love it. Xiao Yue had se most vehicles as she walked by and the sight was addicting. Every family had the opportunity to own cars here in this world. Compare to hers, this world was indeed a paradise.


    But thinking of what happed to Ling Qingyu, she realized ev in paradise, humanity was still depraved. Humanity never changed.


    "Get in," Tang Ziyi said oping the door and tered the driver seat, throwing her bag to the back. Everything inside looked very futuristic.


    Xiao Yue followed Tang Ziyi''s behavior and didn''t make fun of herself. She sat down and watched strangely as Tang Ziyi pulled on the safety belts. Regardless, she did the same. She mourned she had so much to study in this world.


    "Sister Ziyi, don''t leave me alone at any time. My world''s time is still during the contemporary era. I don''t understand themon sse here." Her plead brought chuckles out from the iceberg beauty.


    "I really forget about your situation. While I''m driving tell me more about yourself and I''ll tell mine."


    The ck Cadic drove out of the parking lot and soon joined in the rest of the traffic, disappearing from the sce.

 Chapter 17: The plan

    On the congested traffic road, packed with cars, a ck Cadic sped past, swerving left and right, receiving curses and honks from other vehicles.


    The initialmotion due to a disturbance caused by a single car was gone soon after. The atmosphere inside the ck Cadic was differt.


    Tang Ziyi drove with one hand while the other arm leaned on the cupboard in the middle. She wore a pair of sunsses and calmly manipted the steering wheels as if the previousmotion was nothing.


    On the other hand, Xiao Yue gripped the handrail on the ceiling with both of her hands. Her eyes showed nervousness and looked at Tang Ziyi from time to time.


    Although her knowledge wasn''t sufficit, watching the speedometer rose heighted her fragile heart. The speed was too fast; whever she looked at the bored Tang Ziyi, her eyes were filled withint.


    Was this the so-called reckless driving? She admitted ev though Sister Ziyi''s driving was fast, thefort level didn''t decrease. So, was this still reckless? She had no idea. Maybe this must be the reason why her father didn''t allow her to drive.


    "Sister Ziyi, why don''t you slow down? We''ve lots of time." Xiao Yue asked quivering. Her heart almost jumped out of her throat wh she saw Tang Ziyi turn her head slightly to look at her.


    She shrieked. "Look at the road! Sister Tang Ziyi, don''t make me cry!"


    Tang Ziyi smirked at herrade''s cute reaction. Of course, her vision was still on the road but she never thought, turning her head slightly triggered Xiao Yue. Should she say this speed was nothing to her who usually speed a lot whever she drove alone?


    But seeing her frid getting more and more frighted, she decided against it. In order to light up the mood, Tang Ziyi asked: "What was your original goal wh you start practicing martial arts?"


    "I didn''t want to be left out in the backyard, having nothing to do. That wasn''t me. I thought what do I have to do to be a differt woman; Because waiting for my husband and serving him wasn''t my theme. So I want a differce."


    "What about you Sister Ziyi?"


    "Me?¡­ I just like martial art and surpassing my previous self. Wh I felt strong, I thought I could change the dark world into a better ce by myself. And I understoodter what could one person aplish?"


    "At least I already lost in front of you in terms of martial arts." Xiao Yue said while rolling her eyes at Tang Ziyi''s remark. Tang Ziyi noticed Xiao Yue slowly getting used to her driving style and conversed with her more.


    The topic began with the reason why they trained and what was their purpose of living to the point where they wt confused after achieving these goals.


    "I''m stubborn to think I made the wrong choice. Will I be happy if I got married and simply served my husband? My mother and my frids urged me but I always refused and d up getting lonely." Xiao Yue gazed out the window while the sces drifted by.


    "So, Sister Ziyi, do you think I did anything wrong?"


    "Nonsse," Tang Ziyi gave her a  eye. "If not for you, your mothers, your frids, your cherished loved ones would never survive. It alles down to one thing; you gain something; you lose something. Everything has a price."


    "Yourfort really¡­Who doesn''t know that?" Xiao Yue snorted. "It''s just my happiness seems like something is missing."


    "I know how you felt because I was there too. You''re lonely¡­Yes ev though you aplished what most couldn''t. You need someone who can stand alongside you. I can bury these feelings but you couldn''t." Tang Ziyi''s both hands were on the steering wheel. Her hand clched the more she talked.


    Tang Ziyi continued: "But right now we have simr experices and simr mindsets. Walking on the same road, I don''t think I''ll be lonely anymore."


    Xiao Yue didn''t say anything but nodded in agreemt. The two wom had foundmon characters betwe each other.


    The car stopped at the intersection under red light. Tang Ziyi looked at Xiao Yue who also returned the same gaze; both of them had upgraded their rtionship.


    "To be frank, I tered the mercary world because I want to make a change for the world. To bring light to the dark. To extinguish evil. But I''m alone. In this world, I have you and Ling Qingyu plus the mysterious existce, we''ll never be alone."


    Xiao Yue also added: "I believe our ideal might be fulfilled in this world. Although Ling Qingyu appeared unreliable, there must be a reason the mysterious chose her."


    The car moved again following the gre light. After several curves and intersections, Tang Ziyi parked the car at the side.


    "What now?" Xiao Yue was just following Tang Ziyi; she had no idea what they were nning to do.


    "To kidnap someone''s young master and make some use of his idtity." Tang Ziyi reached behind to take out theptop and gave it to Xiao Yue. "Don''t worry no inne is involved here. Read on some of my investigations, I believe you''ll support me."


    "I didn''t say I disagree." Xiao Yue rebutted and scanned the information. She had watched how Tang Ziyi used these things.


    "You can touch the scre like your phone. It has the same option." Tang Ziyi quickly advised in case Xiao Yue had some difficulties.


    Reading out the personal information, Xiao Yue''s eyes turned colder each minute passed by and Tang Ziyi wasn''t surprised by this change of air. Her blood also pumped with rage whever she read but she was able to control her minute expression.


    "Don''t say we''re merely kidnapping this guy?" Xiao Yue''s voice was cold.


    "Nope, he won''t live for long under our sight."


    "What do we do?"


    "Vehicle interdiction."

 Chapter 18: Dogshit Villain

    Hu Ch exited the trance of the Massage shop and stretched his waistzily. Dressed invish bustling clothes and earrings, he smiled through the thick transluct ss.


    Imaging many young girls in awe and fear of himself felt pretty good. Which wom wer''t strong at first but had to sumb to his power. The proprietress of this shop didn''t dare to object and allowed him to do whatever he wanted.


    He liked watching the wom cry out in agony wh he humiliated them. Most of them, although unwilling initially, fell under the power of money. The method of coercion and candy was fully applied.


    What could they do ev if they were reluctant, apart frommting their bad luck?


    Every day he couldn''t go on without a woman. This time, he and the beautiful proprietress rolled the sheets together. Fucking the mature and charming woman had a differt taste,pared to the young sweet one.


    He could already create a picture of proprietress crying afterward and the distinct aftertaste was what made him addicted. This was already the fifth time with her. Hu Ch loved seeing her hidd furious eyes while her mouth begged for mercyter.


    Didn''t this proprietress refuse him at first? Ev under his unting wealth, nothing changed. His violce became the final straw. Now, what''s the differce? She had to kneel under his crotch. People had to bow down under pressure.


    Her husband couldn''t express any disapproval as he was currtly lying in wheelchair, powerless and the process of humiliating his wife in front of him felt good.


    Hu Ch had asked some of his subordinates to destroy him and break his bones. If they had submitted willingly,  of these results could''ve urred. He hated anyone going against his will. Was he powerful? Sure! But the most powerful man in the group wasn''t him.


    All of these wer''t his power but his father''s. Hu Ch''s family tered the public''s eye as real estate business. Their wealth was ranked amongst the top in Province N.


    Of course, their wealth didn''t originate from legal funds; Hu family originally were gangsters, a group of desperadoes, who would do anything for money. Like a typical underworld group, their businesses were rted to gambling and prostitution.


    Any illegal activities they had done so and their family''s name was imprinted on the lists. Why was there no official intervtion? Hu family had a firm grasp of these officials'' lifeline and their bad deeds were all recorded.


    Removal and reinstating the officials were at least not hard for Hu group. That was also a reason why Hu Ch was rampant a. But he controlled the proportion of his mess in order to not spread a and attracted the atttion of the ctral governmt.


    If the ctral authority was deemed in cracking them down, they were also at the mercy of others. Beside provincial authorities were their people and covered them under the smoke.


    The Hu gang was known to everyone a, although theyy low. Many citizs alsoined but with very rare actual results. Ev if the police arrested the culprits, they would be released again after themotion passed. And the whistle-blowers were in trouble instead.


    Naturally, Hu gang never stretched their ws at those families with power and great strgth. They only messed with people they could afford to offd. Many people in power ignored them as a result.


    Hu Ch bt his waist forward by putting pressure with his hands on the back. Satisfying cracks reverberated across his spine. He also cracked his neck and stepped toward his car. A yellow Lamborghini.


    Taking out the car keys and pressing the button, he tered the vehicle and started the gine. His eye wt into deep thought as he pitied himself. Not being able to taste a real strong woman was his regret.


    ''Ling Qingyu, Ling Qingyu. Why does a woman like to be strong instead of spreading her legs obeditly?''


    It was an inner statemt and he didn''t dare express his thoughts. Ev his father had to treat Ling Qingyu politely no matter what his inner emotions were.


    Wh someone bought their group to assassinate Ling Qingyu, his hand shook with excitemt. He initially dreamed of kidnapping and turning her into a sex ve. With her support, he would increase his prestige among his group.


    Although he was also a second-geration young master, his reputation stank in the upper echelon. Those who ttered him were from the low tier.


    However, it was harder to implemt his idea than directly staging an idt and killing Ling Qingyu in the process. Rationality threw away his impossible ideas.


    He turned on the music and shook his body in rhythm. The Lamborghini flew away from the parking spot leaving dust and its fuming gine sound. The musical beats quivered the surings as it passed by.


    Hu Ch, unaware of theing danger, was stillct of himself as he attracted everyone''s dissatisfaction but  were willing to be the early bird.


    He showed everyone a middle finger as he drove away. The other sighed in exasperation and reluctantly resumed their business.


    In the corner of the road and under the big trees, a shadow obscured a ck luxurious sedan. It swerved out of the parking spot and joined thene, rushing over to pursue its target.


    From the sky, the yellow racing car and the ck sedan had no connection whatsoever. But every path, the yellow took would soon be followed by the ck. Hu Ch never knew his days of living were under countdown.


    Yet hell would soon sue as he realized perhaps death was also a mercy.

 Chapter 19: Pursuit

    Watching Hu Ch from afar exuding a satisfied mood and heading toward his Lamborghini, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue had waited for an hour doing nothing but surveince.


    They had no idea what this despicable man had done inside the Massage Shop, nor would they bother. However, if it were to happ in front of them, Hu Ch would suffer a life worse than death.


    Unlike in the movies or novels, surveince job was tedious for anyone. Fortunately, their mission didn''t require these.


    As they sat on their seats and trying to minimize themselves from other''s atttion, they saw Hu Ch''s vehicle move. His behavior in the neighborhood caused both Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue to sneer.


    Waiting and glimpsing a if he had other hidd protections,  was found. Was it arrogance or self-assurance that Hu Ch didn''t ev have bodyguards a?


    5 minutes passed, Xiao Yue was getting anxious of losing sight of their target and looked at Tang Ziyi, who remained steadfast. Wh she was about to speak, Tang Ziyi stopped her with a palm gesture.


    Sure ough, Tang Ziyi spotted some suspicious characters leaving this area. They seemed more like a backg over-watch rather than protecting a person


    Although they checked a,  were ever suspicious of Tang Ziyi''s vehicle. Until they wt away, Tang Ziyi switched on the ignition and followed Hu Ch''s path.


    Was Tang Ziyi certain of her guess? Rather not, but she tried to avoid as much as she could.


    Xiao Yue understood herpanion''s cautiousness but they already lost his track. She said sighing, "Ar''t we losing him now, ev if we avoid rming others?"


    Tang Ziyi smiled and replied, "Today''s era is a technological age. We don''t need to do everything ourselves wh we already have an auxiliary help."


    "Auxiliary help?" Xiao Yue was confused. Tang Ziyi tapped something on theptop scre, which disyed Hu Ch''s location, along with the possible path they could take to catch up.


    If Ling Qingyu was here, she would be astounded by Tang Ziyi''s technology and skills. These wer''t avable in her time.


    "I''ve already uploaded a simple algorithm to make use of the CCTV system to track this guy since we''re at the hospital. Otherwise, why should Ie here and wait for a long time."


    Theptop was attached to the dashboard, easier for the driver and passger to ess. Xiao Yue''s left finger scrolled a for a while and reread Hu Ch''s file, summarized by Tang Ziyi.


    Every time she sifted through these files, Xiao Yue''s breath agitated, and lost control of her emotion. Rape, torture, forcing other families, drugs, kidnapping, and possibly trafficking despite ack of evidce. Each word was heinous. Under the prosperous appearance, the dark tides raged the city.


    Families destroyed, lives lost. Was the peaceful era really peaceful? Ev without war, humanities were at stake.


    Perhaps, Xiao Yue''s behavior was too noticeable, Tang Ziyi stretched out her hand and gtly grasped Xiao Yue''s arm to console her frid while her other hand was on the steering wheel.


    "Thank you, Sister Ziyi."


    "We''ll make sure today''s will be hisst''s." Tang Ziyi said no more but her statemt assured Xiao Yue.


    Both would be bbergasted a few hourster, they managed to capture the real culprit responsible for Ling Qingyu''s idt before they ev began the mission. Truly hit the jackpot.


    As Tang Ziyi drove fast on the road, they caught sight of a yellow Lamborghini, which was racing slightly above the speed limit. Tang Ziyi followed behind about 5 cars distance away.


    Not too close, nor in the samene. If the yellow was at the cter, she would drive on the left or right. Herne changing wasn''t hasty. Whever the map on theptop disyed there were intersections or turns ahead, she stayed in the samene as Hu Ch''s.


    While there was also some reckless driving part of Hu Ch who didn''t realize someone was tailing him, Tang Ziyi applied the technique to the extreme.


    Xiao Yue saw many eye-oping methods and gave a silt thumbs up to her driver. "Sister Ziyi''s methods really cease to amaze my brain."


    "If there were more people involved, it would be a real eye-oper." Tang Ziyi replied, prompting a nod from Xiao Yue. There were huge differces betwe doing individually and with a team.


    Everyone understood the advantages teamwork brought out. Each individual had their own weaknesses and a teampsated for them.


    Xiao Yue''s body mmed back on the seat as the Cadic burst out and she nced at Tang Ziyi.


    "He''s leaving the main road. There''s the perfect spot for us to do." Tang Ziyi clicked something on the scre.


    "What did you do, Sister Ziyi?"


    "I just imnted the virus in the city''s surveince system.  minutester, the tirework will be blind for 3 hours, sufficit for us toplete the job. And¡­" Tang Ziyi pointed the bag behind and Xiao Yue reached for it understandably.


    Tang Ziyi took out something and pressed the button on the weird-technologically-advance device. "That''s a portable signal jammer, effective for a 0-meter radius; in case someone tried to record or call. Of course, the downside is we''re also affected."


    Xiao Yue shook her head at the continuous popping out sophisticated devices from Sister Ziyi''s hand. She wondered if being a small person in this world was better than warlord at her previous timeline.


    The gine roared as the real pursuit began disregarding rming the target. Soon, the speed reached an astounding level and the distance became narrower. Tang Ziyi naturally controlled the speed to a degree to avoid attracting others'' atttion as much as possible.


    As the road progressed from urban areas to sparser ones where the sight of nature appeared more where there was only onene on each side. Only two vehicles still raged on the road. A perfect opportunity.


    Tang Ziyi pressed the pedal hard and overtook the Lamborghini, whose driver was still unaware of his suring probably due to joying loud music inside.


    She had other ns if the driver suddly elerated but now the follow-up action became simpler.


    After passing by the side and swerving a little in front, freaking out Hu Ch inside to slow down and stop.


    Both cars'' tires screeched at a sudd halt. A ck one angled at a yellow''s. Both cars'' doors oped at the same time.


    Hu Ch''s cussing disappeared wh he saw two beautifuldiesing out.

 Chapter 20: Capturing

    Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi got out of the car. They saw Hu Ch dressed up like an impulsive young te. An earring, dyed hair, walking confidtly as if the whole world was under his every step.


    Fake confidce brought by others but not oneself. Tang Ziyi read his behavior thoroughly along with the reports she had studied before.


    Hu Ch''s smile beamed wh he saw twodies approaching him. Since the first time of their appearance, he knew they were top-notched beauties although they were too tall for him.


    Iparable with many wom he had yed with, the wom in front exuded cold elegance, untainted by the world. He rubbed his hands as he imagined himself bringing these two wom down to the mortal world.


    His anger diminished yet he must make use of this opportunity to take them down. He shouted angrily, "What''s up with you girls driving recklessly? If not for my superb skills, there would be an idt!"


    His eyes scanned up and down as he spoke, raising disgust inside Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi. His heart throbbed at the thoughts they were going to belong to him. Looking at their car, he noticed despite not matching his Lamborghini, they were still well-off.


    Persuading through wealth was deemed useless. He decided to implemt other ns. Although both wore masked, their figures werepletely shown toward Hu Ch, who had excellt judgmts regarding wom.


    The one in a ck cheongsam attire, stepped forward. Her traditional clothing along with the slits caught his eyes. Looming  thigh was unceremoniously disyed.


    "Young master, our apology. You dropped your thing somewhere and we raced to give it back." Xiao Yue said hiding her disgust as the goosebumps grew from being ogled by the bastard.


    "Huh! I left something?" Hu Ch touched his own pockets in search of what he missed. His interest was all on the beauty that he never thought if someone wanted to return his stuff, they could''ve simply honked and brought him to a stop.


    Xiao Yue inched closer and Tang Ziyi walked just a step behind; Hu Ch''s nose sniffled as the fragrance blew toward him and found Xiao Yue very close.


    "Here, young master. Your stuff." Hu Ch''s eyes were drawn to her hands.


    Out of nowhere, Xiao Yueunched a straight palm strike at his sr plexus. Hu Ch groaned and couldn''t breathe.


    His body bt forward as his hand pressed at the area he was struck at. His eyes red at Xiao Yue in disbelief, followed by another pain that immediately made him limp and dropped to the g.


    Xiao Yue''s left fist hit a liver shot. Just the right force not only avoiding rupture but also incapacitating him. Before Hu Ch dropped, Tang Ziyi quickly grabbed him and hooked his shoulder, carrying to the Cadic.


    Hu Ch had no time to joy the beauties'' caresses and fragrances as his eyes became frighted at the thoughts he was going to die.


    Xiao Yue oped the Cadic''s door at the back and Tang Ziyi threw Hu Ch inside; afterward, Tang Ziyi pped his face and knocked him out, grabbing some stic cuffs and cuffing both hands and feet.


    Xiao Yue''s mouth twitched, why her Sister Ziyi had so much stuff inside her car.


    Tang Ziyi''s eyebrow smiled at Xiao Yue. "Now, you drive my car and follow the yellow Lamborghini I''ll be driving."


    Xiao Yue''s smile froze. "But Sister Ziyi, I cannot drive your one."


    "Don''t you use to drive a the old antique cars in your warlord''s era?"


    "It''s not antique or old. It''s just out of date in this world. Yes, I can drive but that one is manual and your one is automatic gears which I don''t understand very much."


    Tang Ziyi rolled her eyes at this remark. If she didn''t really know Xiao Yue too well, she would have be pissed off by her oblivious bragging.


    She calmly showed her some important features to pay atttion to and headed toward the yellow sports car. Xiao Yue was left stunned and sighed out; she tered the Cadic and with her trembling hands touched a.


    Xiao Yue had a high IQ; she had watched how Sister Ziyi operated the car while she sat next to her. Now with Tang Ziyi''s further exnation, she seemed to have some ideas.


    The yellow Lamborghini surpassed her and seemed to wait for her start. She recollected her thoughts and breathed deeply. Changing the gear as told and applying some pressure on the pedal, her Cadic moved.


    Slowly and gradually, she became familiar; she elerated and pursued the car in front.


    Tang Ziyi gazed through the rear-view mirror and smiled. She had already known Xiao Yue was too clever and very brilliant, to be able to stand out during the turmoil of chaos. It wasn''t without reasons for what she had achieved.


    Satisfied, Tang Ziyi also increased her speed as both cars hustled along the road.


    Somewhere inside the abandoned warehouse, where no person was found.


    A man coughed out continuously while he swore in betwe. The sound of flesh being beat echoed across the hall. It was the same Hu Ch who was kidnapped by Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue.


    Tang Ziyi interrogated while Xiao Yue stood on watch of the surings. Every time Hu Ch swore, Tang Ziyi simply responded with sheer brutality.


    Of course, the force was proportional. She didn''t have a sadist desire to destroy Hu Ch to the point of being brok. She wanted fear to dominate him.


    "Answer me, why do you think I''m doing this?" Tang Ziyi still didn''t ask directly for the information she wanted.


    "Bitch! How would I know? Do you know who my father is? Release me now and I can forget what happed. Otherwise don''t me me for the consequces."


    "Nah, I don''t know who you''re nor do I care. I''m not your mother who fucked a.....So, you should ask her instead¡­And do you really think of me as an innoct child to threat me to release you?" Tang Ziyi half-squatted and patted his cheeks. "How naive? A little brat who doesn''t know how a real society works. Now I''m asking you again, you should know what you''ve done to attract my atttion.


    Spill it out yourself before I made you."


    "Go ahead! I''m a man, you wom should obeditly stay at your ce because your power is tickling to me to sumb to you, two sluts¡­Aah." Hu Ch received a punch in the abdom.


    "Now, now. If you want it so much, it''s my pleasure indeed. Come make me my day." Tang Ziyi''s eyes glittered in the darkness. Hu Ch''s tire body trembled from fear and he regretted his initial outburst. He had no idea why he was scared. What could the woman''s force do?


    His natural instinct warned him of the impding dangers from Tang Ziyi''s predator behavior. Soon, bursts of groans and cries in agony unleashed.


    Xiao Yue who wasn''t watching also quivered. "Tsk. Tsk¡­Sister Ziyi is also scary. I''ve never thought underneath the beautiful skin¡­"


    Xiao Yue shook her head and kicked away the thoughts; it was better not to be heard. Although she pitied Hu Ch''s suffering, she still believed it was too less for him.


    She just hoped the outcry didn''t spread across a kilometer for it was too loud in her ears.

 Chapter 21: Interrogation

    Hu Ch initially thought he could withstand no matter what. Watching all these movies where the protagonist spat at the viin, regardless of horrifying wounds, Hu Ch''s confidce soared.


    He was the same man as them. The imagination was beautiful but the reality struck him hard.


    The wrath from the woman who was asking him dumbstruck his thinking ability. He called it wrath because he ssed vgeance from her.


    Hu Ch had no idea where he offded this god. Fear heighted after every strikended on him from a tolerant less pain to the brink of copse.


    He ought to speak out but only a powerless groan came out of his mouth. Why didn''t thisdy give him a chance wh he wanted to divulge everything?


    Tang Ziyi already knew the poor boy had conceded but that wasn''t ough. She wanted himpletely brok, at least to atone for his sins to many unknown victims.


    As for the consequcester on, Tang Ziyi wasn''t worried because of her firm belief; her mistress would take care of the aftermath. The mistress was Ling Qingyu although Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were asked to regard each other as sisters.


    However, in their subconscious mind, Ling Qingyu was their mistress, who brought them into this world through mysterious existce. Their fates were tied to her.


    Tang Ziyi saw Hu Ch curled up like a shrimp with his hands and feet bound to the chair underneath. He had giv up to confess, but not yet brok.


    She dragged him along with the chair and the friction squealed from the hard cemt floor. Xiao Yue was rmed and curious, what her Sister Ziyu was up to. Wh she leaned over and her head popped out from the corner, the sight almost burst out her eyes.


    She returned back to her position and shook out the previous image embedded inside her brain.


    What she saw was Tang Ziyi using the rope avable inside this warehouse after dragging Hu Ch over and raising his body up in the air. His toes were a ctimeter away from the g.


    The bondage was absolutely stunning, unlike the first-time wishy-washy feeling. Moreover, the knots that Tang Ziyi used possessed some aesthetic character, which was also the reason why Xiao Yue panicked.


    Her Sister Ziyi must be a sadist; otherwise, where did these stunning bondage techniquese from?


    Looking up and down at her masterpiece, Tang Ziyi pped her hands up and down to brush off the dust, nodding her head in satisfaction. A few secondster, she sneezed and felt inexplicable.


    Tang Ziyi nced back suspiciously and her sixth sse told her Xiao Yue must be the culprit.


    Hung in the air, Hu Ch was powerless. Blood seeped along the skin and his face was swoll. Sweats wetted the clothes as they hugged his skin all over. His resistance had already faltered but his emy seemed to ignore this. 5 minutes had just passed and he felt like many hours.


    He was just a spoiled brat; where had he tasted such battles? Karma hade back fast. He used to threat and yed a with other''s feelings. Their painful cries satisfied his mind, not to mtion the psychological torture he imposed on the victims.


    It wasn''t good wh he reced them, undergoing horrdous tormts. No longer was he still stoic and unperturbed. He dared not swear or threat retribution with his family. It was useless in front of the real strong.


    Ev if this man had copsed, Tang Ziyi wasn''t satisfied. What he suffered was a small proportion.


    Although it was a short time, Tang Ziyi gasped a few air intake to regain her ergy. Perhaps this short pause had giv him a chance; Hu Ch blurted out everything he had done, including wrong deeds.


    Tang Ziyi stopped and listed to his ounts, staring at him with her ghost-like chilly eyes, causing Hu Ch to dare not lie. Throughout this whole process, she recorded the audio on her phone.


    "...I shouldn''t rape or torture wom. I shouldn''t humiliate them for my happiness. I will never dare. Grandma, Aunts, Mom, anything I can call you. Please let me go; I promise I''ll treat wom better¡­"


    "Don''t call me like your rtives. I don''t know which bitch gave birth to this kind of dog. One more name that you said out, I''ll happily castrate you here." Tang Ziyi cut in. She restrained her urge to kick him again as the man wasn''t trained to be physically strong.


    Her torture had already reached the limit but this didn''t mean it would stop. Tang Ziyi finally asked what she wanted. "Among your group, who''s responsible for the assassination of Presidt Ling Qingyu? Don''t you dare to dy me because we already know your family was involved in it?"


    ''Ling Qingyu! That bitch Ling Qingyu.'' Hu Ch''s eyes popped out in fear because he was the one who gave orders. He now knew who he offded. Endless regret surged in his heart. He must never expose himself.


    Tang Ziyi was aware of his slight mood swing and felt they had countered a stroke of great luck to interrogate someone who knew a lot. But it appeared Hu Ch had regained his ergy and began to resist.


    Since he knew for sure, Tang Ziyi wt merciless. To avoid killing him before she captured any important messages, her torture style changed from direct hits to the use of acupuncture points.


    She pressed on these locations and pain struck Hu Ch, shaking his body. Hu Ch was seeing stars and explosions inside his mind, drained of ergy to shout out.


    No sounds of flesh collision like before. But the silt groans emitted became more and more. Tang Ziyi asked again and again while in the process where atst, Hu Ch confessed he was the culprit and conceded.


    Surprised, Tang Ziyi continued inquiring about the real conspirator from behind the sce and received the answer as expected. Pity, she thought she could gain more. Hu Ch had no idea of the idtity but the money received from the ck-hand plotter was huge and his greed took the job.


    "Please¡­..Let me¡­.go¡­.I''ve told you¡­everything¡­..I know. Please¡­.Miss." Hu Ch panted his words, hard for others to capture the meaning but Tang Ziyi understood.


    She fold her arms and stood in front of him and sneered at his begging expression. "I thought you now understand how the world works. Didn''t all these wom and the m you torture beg you the same way? Do you let go of them?¡­ You don''t have the slightest bit of sympathy and you beg me for mercy? If you have the knowledge to request a merciful death, maybe I might grant you. But¡­"


    Tang Ziyi stepped forward and loosed the rope hanging this man. Hu Ch copsed on the g, his eyes terrified. She dragged him outside, sweeping the floor.


    "Now, I might torture you to the most painful death so that these mourning souls can rest in peace atst." Tang Ziyi''s voice was low and emotionless.


    Wh Xiao Yue found them, she and Tang Ziyi looked at one another; Xiao Yue quickly helped Tang Ziyi drag the struggling man out of the warehouse.


    From the momt they captured Hu Ch, his fate was sealed.

 Chapter 22: Burn to death

    "Let me go, big sisters. I''m still young. My family has money¡­..Anything you want just ask. Please don''t kill me." It sounded previous torture had brok his will to resist. Apart from pleading, he never threated again.


    His body had subconsciously avoided being hit by his curse and Tang Ziyi wrote such a program in his mind.


    Out of the warehouse, both dragged Hu Ch on the soil, scraping his skin against the sand. Trails of ravine were left behind after his body passed.


    Until they reached his yellow Lamborghini, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue stopped to carry him over and put him inside the driver''s seat.


    Confused was Hu Ch but he never stopped beseeching of his release. Throughout the whole process, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue didn''t utter a word.


    Scared was he ev inside his fancy car, worried whether they listed to him or were still nning to kill him. Resistance was out of his mind after undergoing Tang Ziyi''s hand.


    Both were specially trained since youth and mere defiance was nothing in front of their eyes.


    Ev if he did have one, without the strgth to back them up, he was deemed useless. He regretted not bringing hispanions a, arrogant to believe no one in this province and prefecture dared to hurt him in the face of his powerful family.


    Xiao Yue ev fasted him a seatbelt, heighting Hu Ch''s worst premonition. Their eyes watched over him like a dead object and fear grew.


    He struggled with all the ergy he had in spite of the knowledge of being useless, grasping thest straw before he fell.


    Click. Click.


    A sound grasped his atttion and his eyes caught sight of Tang Ziyi ying with a gas match, switching it on and off.


    The struggle became more fierce as something dawned on his mind. "Bitch. Don''t think you can get away after this. I swear my family will avge me. You sluts will suffer the same fate...Haha¡­A woman''s mind didn''t think of the future. Narrow-minded sluts."


    Perhaps realizing he wasn''t going to get away, he became fearless. Xiao Yue expressionlessly closed the door and cries transformed into a mutter, separating the two realms.


    "Pity, there is no gasoline." Xiao Yue mumbled under her breath.


    "No need, everything required is always there. Improvisation is the art." Tang Ziyi focused on her work.


    As a mercary who oft crossed over the threshold of life and death, Tang Ziyi''s skillsets were more than what others could imagine. Ling Qingyu would ev puke at her confidantes'' talts if she was here.


    Exploding a car was nothing new for Tang Ziyi but she wanted more to sure this bastard died slowly and painfully.


    After a few minutes, she lit up something, and mes began to spread from underneath, slowly gulfing the car from the back to the front. The two distanced themselves away from the vehicle.


    Hu Ch inside tied under the seatbelt, his hands and feet taped together cursed and struggled in agony and fury. Banging his head against the ss at the side until the movemt subsided.


    Fires crackled ev from afar. 5 minutes of interrogation and now another 5 minutes passed. They already spt 45 minutes for this guy altogether.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue calmly watched from a distance as this unfolded. Xiao Yue''s face showed some hesitation and her eyes glimpsed at Tang Ziyi several times.


    "What?"


    "Hmm¡­I know this is the best way for us, but is it good we broke thew?" Xiao Yue knew rationally but her inner self couldn''t bear to ept such acts.


    "Of course not, breaking the rules is never good on both sides. It''s due to these rules we''re called human. For Hu Ch, we knew we never wrongly tortured; it''s the best way for him to d like this for us and for other victims who have no opportunities." Tang Ziyi exined slowly as the fire grewrger.


    "What about justice th?"


    "Justice throughw or justice through this, which one do you prefer." This question stumped Xiao Yue. She knew for a fact, going throughw was impossible here. The punishmt ording to the constitution would likely be too merciful for these types of criminals.


    Hearing nothing wrong from the side, Tang Ziyi continued: "It''s not that I''m merciless. But revge is the onlyw against these types of people. Maybe I''m doing wrong but I don''t regret it."


    "Me neither." Xiao Yue added. She whispered to herself. ''Revge bes the onlyw and justice for these simr scarios.''


    Tang Ziyi took out all the stics covering her feet and her hands and threw them into the metal can. Xiao Yue was puzzled at her action but still followed suit. After suring nothing was missing, Tang Ziyi lit up her gas match and burned all the substances inside the can, sizzling the contt into nothing.


    "Destroying evidce. Unlike in your era, today''s technology can trace back a person in many ways. Now  of the foot traces or car tires are disyed. That''s also the reason, I let you park on the asphalt road instead of this soft terrain.


    I can''t be hundred perct sure but erasing as much as I can must be done." Tang Ziyi''s exnation cleared Xiao Yue''s doubt while increasing her wonder about this modern technology and her desire to search for more.


    After pacing back toward their vehicle on the hard floor, Tang Ziyi tered the driver''s side and Xiao Yue on the passger side.


    Thud. Thud.


    The gine vroomed and the ck Cadic ckwing roared across the road, leaving huge fumes of ck smoke behind. No one knew in this abandoned ce, a huge evt that shook the tire province urred.


    "So, what''s next?" Xiao Yue inquired. Starting from the hospital every step was under Tang Ziyi''s lead.


    "ording to Hu Ch''s confession, there are two locations: Nightclub and Underg Fighting Club. Prepare yourself, there is more fighting ahead." Tang Ziyi faced Xiao Yue, who gestured with her fist.


    Both liked to fight and now could be the time to show off their skills to one another, leaving behind ashes to ashes, dust to dust.


    The wind chimed, rustling all the trees on the side of the road along the trail of the car as if many grieving souls thanked them for their deeds and saw them off.


    Xiao Yue looked back, feeling inexplicable, and shook her head. Perhaps she thought too much.

 Chapter 23: Underground Arena

    The ck Cadic stopped at a distance, scanning the perimeter. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue stayed inside for a while and noticed many factors. A few momts of what they needed to gather intelligce.


    Xiao Yue was in a differt clothing style from her initial appearance. The cheongsam she wore before was too eye-catching and Tang Ziyi took out a ck shirt and pants along with a leather jacket simr to her style.


    Xiao Yue rolled her eyes at Tang Ziyi wh she brought out the same style of clothing. Herrade sister seemed to not have a sse of fashion for wom.


    Tang Ziyi handed over a gun to her and Xiao Yue blinked in confusion. She gestured her chin at a handgun in surprise.


    Sig P365, suitable for most wom.


    "In case you need it," Tang Ziyi exined and shook the gun lightly. "Who knows whether the adversaries inside possess guns? With this, you don''t have to worry about them. You can shoot guns, correct?"


    Nodding her head in agreemt, Xiao Yue reached out and gripped the hammer side. Cocked the slider backward, checking to see if the pistol was loaded. She saw a gold bullet casing inside.


    She familiarized herself a little bit, ying with the safety lever and magazine. As a warlord herself, firearms were not new to Xiao Yue in spite of upgraded sophistication.


    Tang Ziyi nodded imperceptibly at Xiao Yue''s action and handed over the concealed carry holster as well, which was supposed to be put behind her buttocks.


    Tang Ziyi took out a slightlyrger gun, Glock 9, and a simr holster.


    "How do you predict they''ll have a gun," Xiao Yue asked.


    "Well, most gangsters whether in a region with strict gunw or not, they all somehow have it." Tang Ziyi said sarcastically. "This is an issue that will never be fixed."


    "So, you know about this world th?"


    "Yes, while I was hacking, I briefly study about this world, especially the country we''re in." Tang Ziyi paused. "Everything is strange, which we''ll talk about itter. For now, do expect resistance with firearms. That''s ough."


    Afterward, she oped the side door and wt out. Xiao Yue also got out, closing the door lightly. She fathomed the expsive cost and avoided damaging it.


    Tang Ziyiughed inwardly at her behavior, which was also cute in another sse.


    They parked the car nearby and walked toward the destination. Presumably, this location was based on the interrogation results of Hu Ch, an underg battle ara, where the rich, desperadoes, and depraved gathered.


    From the outer appearance, it looked nothing alike and people would never realize many lives were lost during thepetition. Humanity dark side always thrived somewhere thew couldn''t reach.


    Ev if thew watched overhead, there would be someone who tried, to exploit loopholes.


    The destination they wt to seemed to be a colossal storage house with op parking spaces and tall fces a. The time they arrived was indeed early before there was a sce but they did it on purpose.


    Lurking in a sparser poption area, the suspected underg fight ara was more likely to be underg. The two guessed the structure inside while they neared the gate.


    A man ran to the fce and shouted at them.


    "Two Ladies. Please leave. This is private property."


    "What? It''s not like we''re touching yours or tering the area, just watching from outside." Xiao Yue rebutted. "Anyw against that."


    Xiao Yue indeed didn''t know thews of this country right now. But her experice allowed her to figure out themon one.


    "We''re visiting thepetition. A frid introduces us." Luckily, Tang Ziyi exined their reasons as the guard dumbfounded by Xiao Yue''s words showed a face of rity.


    Usually, most would leave as soon as they heard ''private property'', and Xiao Yue''s rebuttal made the guard at a loss.


    Tang Ziyi''s exnation calmed the guard as the ara was hidd from the public and the foreknowledge at least proved the two wom should be the usual rich family members who watched these illegal fights as tertainmt.


    The guard''s voice wt soft and joyfully said, "Oh! That''s it. Unfortunately, ording to our protocols, we don''t ept visitors except for the time ara is on."


    His words caused Tang Ziyi to ponder other ns. Initially, they would infiltrate without alerting anyone until inside thepound but it seemed violce was the only option now.


    Not to mtion her signal jammer was already on and sooner orter, everyone would be on alert. These guards were not seriously trained but she didn''t like taking chances.


    Tang Ziyi gave a silt gesture to Xiao Yue and touched the fces with the back of her hand to test whether it was electrically powered despite the low possibility.


    She made her movemt slow yet natural to react if the guard warned her not to touch. There was no warning as she touched and felt nothing. Except for some guards, it appeared  of them really expected intruders, possibly confidce from their backg.


    Tang Ziyi gazed upward at the gate and Xiao Yue understood her meaning. She backed off a few steps from the gate and rushed toward it. Xiao Yue saw her Sister Ziyi lunge over the gate that was a .5 meters high.


    A couple of steps and using them as pivots, Tang Ziyi sessfully jumped over, followed by Xiao Yue. The guard was stunned so were his two fellows behind.


    That window was ough for the two lionesses to take them down instantly. Although they were on-guards against these two tall wom, everything was too sudd.

 Chapter 24: The brawl

    As soon as Tang Ziyinded on the floor, her back foot lunged herself over. She smashed her elbow at the guard''s temple. It was too fast and the guard had no time to react.


    He fell down limp, t on the g. This was the sight, Xiao Yue saw wh she had finished jumping over.


    Two guards behind threw a punch wh Tang Ziyi sprinted toward them. She ducked underneath and palmed the other at the throat, followed by another strike at the crotch.


    Tang Ziyi watched as the man dropped on the floor, holding the painful area and rolled like a shrimp. Wh the remaining man who missed his punch wanted to make the same move again, his knees buckled due to pain.


    Xiao Yue was behind with her foot raised as she broke the knee. And she stomped on his face and knocked him unconscious.


    Three m down, no one left standing on the field. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue paced calmly as they knew their jammer was working properly, shutting down any electronics nearby.


    It seemed not one was alerted in the vicinity. And all of a sudd, the door oped from the corner. A man came out, holding his belt and pulling something underneath.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue paused while the man was stunned at the two strangedies already in the restricted area. He was about to curse his colleagues why they let them through and his sight was over the unconscious m behind the twodies.


    Time became stagnant as the man was stunned for a momt and rushed to the building to warn the rest, shouting all over his lungs. Before Tang Ziyi was about to chase, something flew by her side; the man tumbled to the floor and didn''t move anymore.


    She looked at the culprit, which rolled for a while and stopped. It was a stone, the size of a fist. Tang Ziyi turned her head to the side and Xiao Yue returned a smile, probably with her tongue out. Despite hidd underneath the mask, Tang Ziyi''s face became weird wh she saw such a picture.


    Her lips twitched as her eyes rolled back and forth. "Was it just now a hidd weapon technique in the ancit martial arts?"


    Xiao Yue nodded. "Any substances can be regarded as hidd weapons. Since a stone was right below my feet, I pick it up and threw it. My aim is still good. Right Sister Ziyi?"


    Tang Ziyi replied: "Naturally, I''m ev vious. Although I can throw knives and darts urately, but for this distance, I''m not evpett as yours."


    What else could she say? Xiao Yue was suddly yful after she remembered her childhood memories. She didn''t want to disturb her mood; so she nodded and gestured her head to continue.


    By the trance, Xiao Yue nodded imperceptibly and both oped the double doors simultaneously. The hall inside was dark except for some lights beaming from underneath, which was the staircase leading toward the underg.


    The man beside had his eyes glued on the thick wood desk still busy but his mouth said. "Hey, bro. I just heard your shout. What happed with the fes outside that you screamed like a little girl?"


    Tang Ziyi approached him and since she didn''t reply, the man looked up. But that was the d as Tang Ziyi smashed his forehead against the desk hard.


    Bang! Thud!


    "Let''s go," Tang Ziyi crackled her knuckles as their footsteps echoed across the stairs. Another door.


    Up till now, all the staff here she countered who were responsible for the securities didn''t possess any exceptional skills required for their task. The fact wasforting as the task became easier.


    Surprise elemts remained in the hands of Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue. The two twisted the handles of the door and saw two m a the circr table ying cards while they smoked.


    Their vignce was too low from Tang Ziyi''s view, ev Xiao Yue frowned at their deeds.


    In front of people who behaved simrly the two wom¡ª a warrior mindset¡ª where they met very little resistance ¡ª became hesitant to ev hurt them as told by Ling Qingyu.


    Breaking bones and abolishing them from continuing to participate in these underg activities. That was the goal here. Although it was hard, Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi both believed they could aplish it.


    Afterward, the two let out their breath after realizing how these groups were also harming many ordinary people.


    Their pace attracted the atttion of the two m. But their shock onlyst a while wh the fight began.


    The door behind snapped op as one of them flew over and rolled through the next room. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue now got the atttion of the tire underg ara group.


    Arge number of staff stared at them, dumbfounded still hadn''t reacted to the attacks. It was a huge hall simr to a bar where there were seats and tables for drinks. There was no guest not a single one of them on site and Tang Ziyi''s group was delighted to avoid their atttion.


    Some m rushed toward them and the two Valkyrie were also unafraid. The brawl was brutal yet beautiful.


    No underestimation was from the m''s side as they already understood the intruders might have skills. They threw everything they''ve got ev if the opponts weredies.


    Perhaps some were still imagining doing something unspeakable after they won. Because in their opinion the twodies were totally outnumbered, not realizing the fact that Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue had sufficit confidce to ter the wolf d.


    While the waitresses had sympathy on their faces, most of them were reluctantly recruited. Very few joined willingly. They hoped the two warrioresses escaped fast wh they had a chance.


    Sheer chaos sued as both sides shed but the results wer''t as most imagined.

 Chapter 25: Brutality

    Tang Ziyi was a couple of steps in front of Xiao Yue, wh the doors mmed op into another spacious hall and these m began to assault.


    Ev against multiple opponts in several dozs, they were unfazed. Both of them had very calm eyes and wrestled their joints and tdons, to prepare for the uing fight, shrugging off any tsions built up previously.


    Not one of them had the slightest idea to go out of the corridor they were in. Narrowing the angles of the opponts was a better choice while tering the spacious hall was likely to be nked by others.


    Instead of adversaries suring them, they now only had to conctrate on the front. Based on the preliminary judgmt,  here had any sort of training.


    Against Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, who had trained for many years or throughout their life, it became a piece of cake.


    As soon as the crowd rolled onto them, Tang Ziyi''s strikes wt fast and ruthless. There was no beautiful movemt, but some mere simple honed singr hits, that were likely to be practiced for a thousand times or more.


    She wasted no extra ergy. If she could dodge andnd a strike at the same time, she didn''t bother to parry. If she could hit her emy quicker than being hit, no dodging or parrying traveled through her mind.


    Before her opponts'' hands touched her, they were already dealt with by her quicker strikes. Numerous powerless wavy hands before they copsed on the floor.


    Her fighting instinct was a machine, sowing terrors among those who confronted her. Her efficit fighting mechanisms were all calcted instinctively.


    Naturally, as a weaker gder, she was aware of her vulnerability ev though her height and weight had already diminished these disadvantages, it still existed. She was fighting against m.


    Not one but a group! Luckily, they wer''t professionals. Her targets were always at those weak points such as throats, groins, inner kneepits, liver, and sr plexus.


    While Tang Ziyi faced most of the opponts, she carefully released a handful of them¡ªtwo or three¡ªtoward her backline.


    Unlike Tang Ziyi, Xiao Yue''s fight looked good on the outside with kicks and forms, parrying, and attacking. Her style was beautiful in contrast to Tang Ziyi''s ruffian style.


    However, wh Tang Ziyi had already dealt with 5, she only managed to drop one guy. Such was the differce, something which could only be shown by years of fighting experices.


    After more than dozs of them hadid down on the floor, immobile and screaming from pain. The fighting paused as the rest of the m retreated a few steps back. There was a space betwe the two sides.


    The eyes looking at Tang Ziyi were no longer previous yful mtalities but filled with fears toward her ruthlessness. None of her hits were able to recover within weeks.


    At least Xiao Yue behind her appeared more human than this grim reaper. She caught up behind Tang Ziyi and gulped a mouthful of huge breath.


    "I initially thought this would be easy." Xiao Yue stammered, apart from giving a weird look at Tang Ziyi''s unperturbed ergetic appearance.


    "It is. In fact, it''s just your fighting experice is too low. Minimize wider movemts and stop wasting ergy, especially kicks unless necessary. You can kick at the lower part but don''t aim high. Be more efficit." Tang Ziyi''s teaching session annoyed the m in front.


    Some of them reached behind their back and took out the knives, raising concerns from Xiao Yue whilst Tang Ziyi''s eyes became chilled devoid of any emotion.


    To be frank, both desired to also reach behind for their pistols but controlled themselves. Knives battles wer''t favored too much because of their force multiplier roles, it actually diminished martial artists'' prowess.


    Although they had confidce, it was never a good feeling to fd off knives wielding opponts. Fortunately, they wer''t ipett.


    Inside the hall, sexy waitresses who disyed their figures through their uniforms wt from panic to astonishmt, drawing gasps a. Their visions were used to violce such that the brawl in front didn''t haul any screams.


    But, as soon as these m pull out the sharp weapons, some screams bellowed and the wom immediately hid away. Except for some waiters searching for a hideaway, most were already involved in the melee.


    The results were no differt but Tang Ziyi''s attack became more murderous and brutal, especially against the knives-wielding opponts. Xiao Yue noted Sister Ziyi blocked these opponts and left bare fists to herself.


    Tang Ziyi used these sharp weapons against themselves. Disarming one of them and used his knife. In the hands of Tang Ziyi, the weapon became a masterpiece.


    The formation of these m plummeted and disarray contributed to increasing Tang Ziyi''s power.


    Thrusts. shes. Hooks. Ev chairs, bottles, and any tools were utilized. Simple yet effective. Using the vironmt to her advantage which Xiao Yue had difficulty imitating.


    As long as the opponts could be put out of the fight, Tang Ziyi used them without hesitations. No fairness. No game mode. No honor. This was life and death.


    Compared to Xiao Yue, Tang Ziyi''s capabilities were more suited for these desperadoes.


    For those without knives, Tang Ziyi merely shed their limps or wrist and knocked them out. For those wielding knives, Tang Ziyi''s attack turned vicious, sadistic to say the least. All deadly spots such as throat, heart, and inner thighs were included.


    All her shots were fatal and aimed to kill these m. And strangely,  of the blood spilled on her costume.


    Anyone daring to threat the lives of Tang Ziyi''s group, she showed more cruelty. One was to deter; another was because she thought they deserved it.


    Soon, the fight was over yet the groans seemed thunderous in the sudd silce. More heads popped out from the cover curiously. The bloodshed and moving corpses mowed down by the two wom, no, devils, bbergasted the remaining people.


    Under the ominous fluoresct lights, some flickering after receiving some damage during the brawl, two wom treaded into the spacious hall.


    None were spared from their attacks. Ev those who tried to escape were tted. Their momtum grew with each iing step and no waitresses, nor any remaining m dared to move an inch.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue ignored them as they strolled past although their atttions were also on the bystander should they make any move. They doubt it likely since prior outright brutality had dissuaded a lot.

 Chapter 26: Packaging evidence

    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue also prepared themselves for a slightly possible gunfight. What if someone drew the weapons from the cover and surprised them? Any sudd movemts were captured in their eyes.


    However, the country they were in had strict gun regtions, making their preparedness a bit redundant. But being cautious was never wasteful.


    "Anyone unrted, get out of here! I hope you abide by the rules. Otherwise, you''ll be receiving our visits," Tang Ziyi said out loud, raising question marks above Xiao Yue''s head.


    Everyone a stood up slowly and nodded inpliance whether willingly or out of fear; there were not under Tang Ziyi''s consideration.


    Gradually, the crowd dissipated and Xiao Yue asked her doubts. "What rules?"


    "Underg rules. Any society has its distinct system. The rule is not to let out anything rted to the affairs." Tang Ziyi replied as she walked further.


    "So, that means no one will report us?" Xiao Yue followed.


    "Most of the time. Yes."


    The underg Ara was builtyer afteryer. The firstyer where Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue just battled was recreational spots. Any drinks and foods avable for leisure.


    The next room would lead to a vue where audices could watch from above as the two fighters shed.


    Another floor underneath where they were currtly going was the training area of these desperate fighters seeking wealth in life and death battles.


    Of course, there might be someone like Tang Ziyi here aiming for other goals rather than wealth. But the rarity suggested there wer''t likely as such.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue readied themselves from surprises as their prior fights might have rmed everyone already. Cries, ngs and shattering sses sound. They doubted the room where it urred was soundproofing.


    Although it wasn''t long, it wasn''t short either. Sufficit for any trained person to be aware something had happed above.


    Tang Ziyi threw the knife in her hand away and picked up two expandable batons from the copsed m. She tossed one at Xiao Yue, who studied the equipmt, puzzled.


    Tang Ziyi yanked the rest of the stick out and showed her the method. Xiao Yue realized and copied the movemt. Fighting against trained multiple opponts, was much better with weapons.


    Soon, bothdies tered the training area, watched by many fighters, all males from their observation.


    Well, they overturned their previous guess. The soundproofing appeared marvelous since no one here ev had the slightest idea and showed surprise in their expression.


    Or maybe they thought chaos was nothing unusual?


    The two charged forward, taking advantage of a surprise elemt. The tire gymnasium quickly transformed into a mess.


    The desperadoes here were bbergasted by the sight of two wom showing aggression. Initially, they thought nothing more until 5 more were dropped abruptly that they showed seriousness.


    Half an hourter, Xiao Yue was crunching one of the hands on her stomach while the other rubbed her cheeks. Probably hurt from the mess.


    A her, numerous fall bodies passed out from excruciating pain. Tang Ziyi had purposefully brok their bones.


    Xiao Yue looked at her Sister Ziyi and found out she was also rubbing her abdom. She treaded toward her and spoke. "You also got hurt?"


    "Of course," Tang Ziyi gave her a  nce. "In the abs and on the side. Luckily not the liver."


    Tang Ziyi, having vast experice, knew wh fights involved exchanging injuries, she suffered the least. Her skills and knowledge saved her numerous times.


    "I''ve got one on my face; luckily it wasn''t a bid deal. But the ab is too painful."


    "Now. Now¡­ Rx and breathe. You''ll be fine. It''s good to suffer only this much wh we fought against a group, especially trained multiple opponts." Tang Ziyi rubbed her hand on Xiao Yue''s head, prompting her to roll her eyes.


    No matter her real age, Xiao Yue''s adorable face seemed to lean toward baby style and many thought her age was younger. Tang Ziyi also regarded her as a real younger sister.


    Xiao Yue brushed off Tang Ziyi''s hand to protest. "I''d rather take out my gun and¡­Pu. Pu..Pu¡­than trying to really fight. Look we''ve unnecessary wounds."


    "Hmm¡­" Tang Ziyi didn''t dy. "But we also lower the atttion of some authority."


    "Lower? Excuse me? I think amongst m who were floored by us, not many might survive and those who live on will be disabled. There is no atttion?" Xiao Yue''s eyes disyed a strange glister, unbelievable regarding Sister Ziyi''s words.


    "It''s differt. The authority will probably regard this facade as gang rivalry. And mostw forcemt stays away from it." Tang Ziyi exined patitly. "But once guns are involved, it''ll attract more atttion and the pressure from the top will disrupt the situation here. We don''t like that nor these gangs will."


    "So, it bes like unspok rules¡­Wow!¡­Underg code of conduct¡­Huh?"


    Tang Ziyi didn''t say another word and merely search a. Xiao Yue was confused but she stood guard of the surings while Sister Ziyi focused on her task.


    Ruffling a all those files and papers, particrly the ledgers, to discover any important information, Tang Ziyi shuffled a. The tire buildingplex had be clear but they must leave before their oppont or the authorities responded.


    After collecting some files, she tore a nk paper and jotted it down with a p, marking them so that she could hack another time to investigate.


    All electronics here were useless due to her signal jammer. It acted as a double edge sword. If she could hack, all information had already be downloaded long ago rather than going through the paper one by one.


    Nheless, she felt satisfied and gestured at Xiao Yue, who still fondled her injuries beside her to leave. She smiled at her younger sister''s behavior.


    Returning back to the space where her car was parked, Tang Ziyi discovered some who still hadn''t left. This ara wasn''t working anymore. Why were they still here?


    She and Xiao Yue jogged back, not to waste time. Although Tang Ziyi wanted to release some wom free, it wasn''t what she could achieve right away.


    Nheless, their days of freedom wereing soon. After onest look at the huge storehouse, she drove away with one hand on the steering wheel while the other kept massaging Xiao Yue''s tummy to alleviate the pain.

 Chapter 27: At the nightclub

    A ck sedan sped on the traffic road. No one realized the culprit that shock the city by challging a known underg group just passed by.


    "So, our next goal is the nightclub? What''s that?" Xiao Yue asked, gawking at Tang Ziyi who was in the driving seat.


    "Well, it''s a ce where m and wom hang out. Usually for dating or simply going straight to bed without further tanglemt. Or simply people spding their time for fun, leisure and rxation." Tang Ziyi chose words very selectively as some terminologies were still unknown to Xiao Yue''s knowledge.


    "What?!" Xiao Yue''s eyes budged out. "WoW! I don''t know whether to say it develops or goes back to old age."


    "Neither. It will always stay the same. Humans never changed." Tang Ziyi''s words caused Xiao Yue to nod. Her sister Ziyi appeared to not exin in detail but based on the expression, she already understood.


    "Since the bad guys are rted to these types of nightclubs, it definitely isn''t a good ce. More like a grey area." Xiao Yue guessed the rest. "Sister Ziyi, since you''ve hacked, how much time do we still have to escape from¡ªwhat do we call¡­hmm¡ªsurveince?


    Her question prompted Tang Ziyi to swipe something on the tablet showing the timer. Slightly more than an hour remaining.


    Hmm¡­She thought there wasn''t ough time but the device proved her wrong. Perhaps fighting caused her to be mistak for a longer time. Seconds seemed like hours.


    "What? You wanna rest now?" Tang Ziyi teased beside her, at the same time she was really considering the options.


    For her who dwelled in the mercary world, this was nothing. But Xiao Yue might not adapt well.


    "No. Nope. Not at all. Sister Ziyi, go ahead. I''m sure this one will be easier." Xiao Yue leaned back on the seat and took out an expandable baton, raising Tang Ziyi''s eyebrows.


    "Why do you bring the baton along?" Tang Ziyi''s voice was stern; Xiao Yue flinched a little, knowing she might''ve **** up. "Luckily. Don''t underestimate any devices here in this world. Anything can be tracked. If you wanna bring it along, tell me in advance. I can advise you."


    "But, I like this weapon very much¡­I''m sorry Sister Ziyi." Xiao Yue said aggrieved. Tang Ziyi sighed at her curiouspanion and no words came out of her mouth.


    Soon, the car tered the parking lot and very few vehicles were se. It was possible, they hade early and Tang Ziyi fancied such a scario more as she was freer from an unrted person''s eyes.


    She parked her car in one of the spots. There were strangely racing sports cars and Tang Ziyi''s eyes wandered in deep contemtion. Afterward, she exited the sedan and paced toward the trance, followed by Xiao Yue.


    The two tered the nightclub and the lighting inside was differt from Tang Ziyi expected. Instead of blinking lights and ring beats, it was utterly silt under cascading ambit lights.


    Some clinks betwe sses as a few m savored their drinks in front of the bar counter and waves ofughter grabbed her atttion.


    No music, no dancing. But these m had femalepanions on the side, who portrayed cheerful images, willing to oblige whatever the m asked for. No idea about their willingness and Tang Ziyi wasn''t interested.


    Ev if they wanted to rescue these wom, they knew they needed more power and now wasn''t the time.


    M grabbed their willow waists and put them on theps. Or kneaded their chest andughed in joymt at their reaction. They seemed to like humiliating these girls. Some ev strongly gripped the wom''s chins and kissed them.


    Anyway, it wasn''t a ce wheredies shoulde. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue treaded toward the bartder as they studied their new surings.


    Their footsteps thudded, breaking the lewd atmosphere going on as they passed by. These m whistled at the figures of Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue. Although they wore a in shirt and pants, covered by the masks and caps above, their outstanding figures were too conspicuous.


    "Ladies, the club is closed for tonight, please go back. I''m afraid there won''t be any club activities avable since someone has booked this vue tonight." The barm politely said and expressed apology on their faces.


    Whether the sincerity was true, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue would find out soon.


    Xiao Yue pointed at a group who were leering at them. "What about them?"


    "They are also part of the booking."


    "Haha,dies we don''t mind if you join. I''m sure your night will be unforgettable after this." One of the wretched m stood up and walked toward them. Shortly after hispanion mimicked him, appartly trying to sur Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue.


    "I''ll say the same to you. This night will definitely remain in your memory for the rest of your lives, you''ll never forget meeting us here." Xiao Yue leaned on the counter and released her baton to a full lgth. A metallic swish stunned everyone a.


    Tang Ziyi smirked from the corner of her mouth and agreed with Xiao Yue inwardly.


    ..........


    Inside one of the private rooms where only privileged guests could join.


    Flesh collisions pattered along with a wom''s cries and a man''s groans, abusing with curse words. Some loud smacks caused the woman to whimper. Whever the woman spoke in refusal or begged, a p resounded.


    Soon, the woman''s voice became muffled as the man released a satisfying moan. The carnage wt on, unaware the outside situation hadpletely changed.


    The activity beheld on the sofas under luminous crimson light. One nearly naked woman, her attire all piled on the waist, was being sandwiched betwe the two m.


    There were two other wom, who still had clothes on despite being in a disheveled state on the other sofa. They were unconscious.


    It wasn''t strange for the primitive desire to be released in the nightclub but the two unconscious wom obviously did not belong here.


    Their attires were all gray office suits, some buttons off, disying their inner bras. The loud ritual beside them didn''t wake them up.


    The woman in betwe the two m was on all four, one man behind and the other in front of her face. In contrast to the m''s joymt, mist filled in the woman''s eyes as tears flow down her cheeks.


    She was in despair with little hope remaining, someone might save her and her frids. But that me was extinguishing bit by bit as time wt by.


    She had tried resisting but fear overwhelmed her sanity. Her body reacted to save her from further damage. Some parts of her body swelled and redded, appartly wh she resisted.


    The door mmed inward and the two m paused, cursing after being interrupted. Seeing another twodies, they swallowed their words until their eyes wided after seeing what was in their hands and behind them.

 Chapter 28: Exfil

    Two my on the floor, unconscious. No question needed for an obvious answer. They couldn''t believe two wom knocked them out cold.


    These m were appartly serving as protection for the two yful m inside, whose eyes showed fear, watching thedies inch forward nonchntly.


    Their bodies strayed backward to create a distance but their panic rose as they stumbled themselves.


    In contrast to their appearances, the woman who was in despair a momt ago had a pair of burning eyes, filled with hope that someone came for a rescue and desire to be as strong as the twodies.


    She wanted to talk but her throat and ergy were depleted. Her hoarse outcry attracted the atttion of Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue. Ev if the poor girl didn''t say it out loud, her bodynguage already conveyed everything, crawling toward them like a final straw.


    No other messages required. Two unconscious womy down in disheveled clothes while the victim was d to see them and wanted to stay away from the m. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue knew the full stories.


    Xiao Yue rushed forward and held the crawling naked girl on the floor in her arms. Because the lighting here showered like a red luminous mist, Xiao Yue couldn''t see clearly from afar.


    Once in her embrace, she found the girl with numerous skin injuries¡ªck and blue spots including the lips and the cheeks. The girl tighted her hold of Xiao Yue, worried they would leave her without hesitation.


    Tang Ziyi''s steps overtook their position and stepped toward the two culprits whose backs were stuck on the wall. One of them tried to jolt away but was smashed on the knees by a baton.


    Several blowsnded until he rolled himself into a shrimp. Another was scared stiff, bubbling his idtity, trying to dissuade Tang Ziyi. She clubbed him to her heart''s contt until the man no longer threated them.


    Under her subtle interrogation, both now had a clearer image. These m were in the same group as the ones on the floor below.


    The two guys who were scared stiff confessed everything including their idtities as the typical rich second-gerations. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue scorned their idtities. What''s there to be proud of wh they didn''t ev achieve something by themselves?


    One was ev the son of a Police Chief while another had his father founding thepany of instant noodles.


    Crap! Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue looked at one another. Did they just light up the ho nest? They had offded several parties by now.


    Well, it doesn''t matter. They also had a rich backg.


    What''s more, they had decided to throw this mess for Ling Qingyu to deal with.


    Ling Qingyu:¡­???


    Luckily, Tang Ziyi had many ways to deal with these situations. On the other hand, seeing her rescuers pause for a slight momt, the traumatized girl''s heart raced, worried they would also be sacrificed again.


    The m under the floor and the three girls here worked in the same instant noodlespany. The girls were ountants and their beauty attracted the eyes of the son of thepany boss.


    His pursuit of unting wealth was useless. The rare girls'' heart were like stones and their interests were more on aplishing their jobs and earning money with their effort.


    So, he conspired together with his frid, a police chief''s son, who had a connection with these gang members and nned to force them, to deal with the aftermath as usual, including the ckmail part like videos and photos to shut these girls'' mouths.


    Based on their words, this was not the first time they had done this and escaped thew.


    Together, they plotted these three innoct wom to apany gathering and put medicine on their drinks. Along with the help of staffs, they brought the girls to the nightclub.


    One of the girls woke up, perhaps her resistance to the drug was higher, and was unfortunately targeted first by the two bastards. She resisted but her physique was no match for man and fell into hell for a short momt of time.


    But her act saved two other frids by buying ough time for Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue to arrive. If not, the situation would likely be everyone bing victims. Although she was raped, the mood of being saved had managed to dust away some of the trauma.


    Xiao Yue stayed inside the room, consoling the girl. Every momt she knew more, she gritted her teeth and kicked hard at the already limp bodies.


    Tang Ziyi searched a the nightclub looking for evidce and unexpected data should they need it in the future including the CCTV recording prior to her arrival. She found several proofs of bribery and corruption in the ledger.


    She grabbed some bags on the side and put the evidce in. Afterward, she wt back and told Xiao Yue to prepare to leave. It was best to depart as soon as possible ording to the n but the three victims interrupted their rhythm.


    They had to bring them along. Xiao Yue had tried waking them up but to no avail. Tang Ziyi exhaled her breath and carried one by hooking over the shoulder and grasping the waist while the other side of the hands were full with bags.


    Xiao Yue brought another the same way while the remaining conscious girl leaned closer to Xiao Yue as safe hav. Xiao Yue didn''t mind her behavior though.


    They managed to return to the sedan in no time.


    Tang Ziyi put all the stuff inside the trunk and tered the driving seats. Three girls in the back seat, Xiao Yue in her usual position. Tang Ziyi sped the car away from the club.


    Taskpleted except they brought along three additional girls.

 Chapter 29: Back inside hospital

    The momt the two left the nightclub, there was still a quarter of hour before Tang Ziyi''s hacking was solved. They must be quick ough so that their car didn''t ev show up on the CCTV.


    At the time wh the two heroines were speeding away, the whole floors of the ctral police station, especially those tasked with monitoring the tire city, were in a differt atmosphere.


    A strange and speechless aura sured every officer on duty. Their inner minds only echoed the same thing¡ªspicy eyes.


    Somehow their eyes'' itched from what they saw on the scre. Be it monitor,puter, or devices¡ªany scre rted to police.


    Their security servers were hacked. The most burnt eyes were from the monitoring departmt where arge scre stood in front of a police station control cter.


    What was yed on the scre was definitely not suitable for childr. Ev the sounds were included. The moans and ps reverberated across the hall.


    The fierce battle caused many policewom to blush while the m gulped, wishing to rece the actor on the sce. Continuous videos of carnal activities were explicitly disyed.


    The police Cyber Security Departmt struggled to regain control of theirwork and their work became harder watching the tant erotica cinema.


    Nearly three hours had gone by and no solution was avable.


    However, this wasn''t the only factor which silced many police officers. The actor in every video was the same person and someone they recognized.


    The face everybody in the station must remember. He was the police chief of the ctral city of Province N.


    The short answer was their top boss.


    Luckily, it was only the officers who knew about the evt and the high-level could easily mitigate the aftermath. As long as they controlled everyone''s mouth, the police''s reputation shouldn''t be damaged.


    In addition to the pornography, there was evidce of corruption beside the ying videos. Although these proofs wer''t substantial, it was something worth diving into.


    Everyone had the same question mark¡ªwhat does the hacker want by showing them?


    Pornography, bribery, and corruption revolved a the police chief, who was visiting elsewhere on official visits and was unknown about the situation in his station.


    In contrast, Captain Yang had a smile on her face as her eyes beamed, joying the next possible momt of the police chief, suffering his career.


    If it wer''t for the station, she would''ve apuded andughed out loud. These disgusting pests should never ever stay in this line of work, discrediting what others had giv their lives to uphold justice.


    She was taking pleasure in what was about to happ to the police chief as she was one of many who had several shes, especially as a female. She never liked his eyes lusting over her.


    If not for her backg, she would be like some policewoman who fell under his grasp. Either through coercion or selling cakes via maniption.


    ...¡­.


    Back in the hospital.


    Ling Qingyu had already wok up from her memory fusion process. A bit of dull pain stayed inside her head and her system said it wouldst for a day.


    Good gracious. What in the world had shemitted in her previous life, her system found numerous methods to punish her.


    Leaving that aside, she gazed outward at the window. Busy traffic along with nonrhythmic flows of humans piled outside. High-rise buildings near the hospital and she ev saw some still in the construction process.


    However, this wasn''t a point. The worry heighted wh she realized the sky began to dark and the night was about to usher.


    She knew her request would take a long time and probably take weeks to finish. But her anxiety rose wh she thought her most capable gerals wer''t with her.


    As her thoughts flew across gxies, a knock on the door interrupted her. Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu stood up as someone came into the room. Ling Qingyu almost mouthed, ''Come in.''


    5 wom figures hustled in, rming Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu. Ling Qingyu idtified the first two who wore simr ck attires. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue.


    Idtical clothes, ck masks, ck caps, ck jackets, and ck everything. Only the height showed the differce.


    The three remaining wom, Ling Qingyu had no idea.


    "So, what''s all this about?" Ling Qingyu asked in puzzlemt, not expecting Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue to return back fast. "Is there any problem?"


    Tang Ziyi looked toward Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu as if to say they wer''t alone yet to answer everything. Her two bodyguards also understood this nce and wt out by themselves, guarding the doorway.


    "How about the three girls th?" Ling Qingyu inquired.


    "They''re also part of the discussion." Xiao Yue answered.


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu listed to the report of what Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue had done in one eving, and was in utter disbelief that they had aplished everything.


    All the gang members that took part in her assassination were likely be included in the list. Ev the real head nner was tak out. Wh she heard the nner was the son of a gang leader, her mouth turned into a satisfied curve.


    Perfect implemtation of their n. Ling Qingyu still was confused. "How do you escape police responding and tracking you?"


    "Our action was like a rivalry gang fighting for territories. The only downside was that the perpetrators were wom if witnesses were interrogated. And I hacked into the police and make them busy themselves." Tang Ziyi shrugged her shoulders and also reported why she brought back these girls.


    Ling Qingyu sighed in distress, as she watched these girls sitting a far, looking at her side,cking luster and confidce in their eyes. After what happed to them, they wer''t likely to remain the same.


    She ought to help them out, not to mtion her status and connection. It was only a matter of raising her hand; but to these girls, all their ergy would be spt for justice and the results wer''t sure yet.


    Such was the cruelty of the world betwe the rich ss and the ordinary ss. Xiao Yue also added these rapists and their helpers were likely from the samepany, causing Ling Qingyu''s eyebrows to raise.


    Wh she knew in detail about the evt, her previous viewpoint of the world slowly changed. Although Ling Qingyu understood,ws wer''t effective sometimes, she thought this should ur in the faraway distant rather than in the urban area.


    These people were purposefully disregarding thews to achieve their corrupt filthy desires, especially the part where Xiao Yue said with worries¡ª rich and official second-gerations.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t mind Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue added another problem for her. She was confidt she could solve these.


    "I think the police chief is not a threat; he had his problem to deal with." Tang Ziyi said out of nowhere. Her smile after taking out the mask brought Ling Qingyu a premonition.


    "What did you do? Burn his backyard." Ling Qingyu chuckled.

 Chapter 30: Persuading the three girls

    Ling Qingyu coughed out nonstop after hearing what Tang Ziyi said next. She never expected this big goddess to have this side. Exhibiting other''s sexual life to the colleague was a social death.


    It wasn''t until Xiao Yue came up and patted her back, the congestion inside subsided. Now she could already imagine the viinous police chief wiping his ass and that might deviate the atttion to her side, just what she wanted.


    ''System, do they reallyplete the job?'' Ling Qingyu asked siltly.


    [Checking¡­wait a second. They both aplished what you ordered exactly. Congrattions.]


    Ling Qingyu breathed out, still in shock. It was never she distrust Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue; the tire operation wt too smoothly that she couldn''t believe herself.


    However, since the system had already substantiated this fact, her mind turned into a differt direction.


    "Sister Ziyi and Sister Yue, do you have any tails on who''s behind the sces?"


    "Unfortunately no," Xiao Yue replied.


    "Not yet, but that doesn''t mean impossible. It might take some time before we find any lead," Tang Ziyi added her views. Ling Qingyu nodded in delight; it was best to have something to follow.


    Now her atttion was on the girls and she asked both warrioress to change their style of clothing. Tang Ziyi voiced her support as they should change their dresses, tering the toilet inside the room followed by Xiao Yue.


    Ling Qingyu''s forehead twitched at the two behavior. Although there wasn''t anything wrong with the two girls in the same room, the atmosphere betwe them somehow piqued her interest.


    But she regained her ergy wh she nced at the poor girls and her heart felt heavy. Never in the past life, had she met such scarios directly and possessed the ability to change someone''s life.


    She was about to be a beacon of light in these girls'' eyes; all of this depded on her decisions.


    She looked at one obvious girl who had injuries all over her and asked for her opinion. Now that they were away from the public eye, she put away the clothes that covered her body.


    "So, what''re you doing after this? What''s in your mind?"


    There was a long pause while the girl stared at her in the eyes and looked away afterward. And again the stare and the break contact. Her trust wavered and she didn''t know who to rely on ev if Ling Qingyu was a female.


    Well, hmm. That''s debatable. Anyway, Ling Qingyu was patit, waiting for the answer, while she shouted outside. "Sister Su, would you mind looking for Doctor Mo Yunxi? Thank you. Say my name and that I want to meet her alone."


    Su Ruomei outside oped a slight gap as she heard my call and closed it immediately afterward.


    "Thank you for bringing us out of this bad, whatever hell." The girl slowly said, her voice croaking. "I would like to press charge and act as a witness too for the case."


    She tried to appear strong but her sobbing tremor already sold herself. Ling Qingyu apuded this girl''s courage to go through legal means and she supported it, if she were the previous Ling Qingyu who hadn''t fused with her predecessor''s memory.


    Now, she was definitely against going through such a notion, wh she had a differt method so that this girl would be saved from other harm.


    "I''m gonna sue that bastard and spread the news in public. I bet with the public atttion, they could be put into jail." The girl clched her fist as she eximed these words.


    Ling Qingyu sighed at her inne. The way the rich world worked was scary if anyone realized several undercurrts surging a. She decided to break her vision¡ªshort-term pain was better than long-term''s.


    "So, you thought, going publicly is the best option here." Ling Qingyu saw the girl nod while her frids'' expressions showed agreemt; she exined what was at stake here. "Let''s say you sued them and confessed everything in public. You think the public pressure is sufficit to put these culprits into jail."


    Ling Qingyu continued: "Imagine many unknown people saying out that it could be you seducing instead like wom td to do this to obtain money. In public opinion, your oppont would likely bring out many ''frids'' who are familiar with you speaking against you and tarnishing your reputation. Like this girl used to sleep a for money.


    And this girl tried to seduce the rich once and failed and so on. Although these ar''t true, people don''t know it and don''t care that much. Most lean on wherever the rhythm goes. Your n might backfire. They''ll create a mess until public atttion wt away and deal with you quietly."


    The girl still argued: "I have two of my frids here and many witnesses in thepany. As long as they speak out¡­"


    Her voice trailed off losing confidce in her workspace and colleagues because they were the ones who betrayed the three girls.


    "Your frids could be sold off as your aplice and you know what your coworker did at the nightclub. Not to mtion, how many woulde forward to support you wh their finance is at risk?" Ling Qingyu was merciless in teaching the realities and she hadn''t finished.


    "They can ev let someone be a scapegoat and the real perpetrators are let loose. Your n is too superfluous!"


    Noticing her tone was severe, the girl stammered out. "You mean¡­.my¡­.method isn''t good. Th, can I ask for the videos from the tall and strong sister who helped us? In that video, all their words and everything are recorded. I think it''s ough to bring them down. And I guess at least you can help me with that."


    "Brilliant idea indeed. Thew will serve them well with that evidce that they can no longer flip the table over. But why must you continue this path wh there''s a better option where you can avoid staining your reputation."


    "How?!" The girl shrieked wh she understood there was indeed a way. Ling Qingyu''s description of the possible evts really scared the three of them and dissuaded their previous n. What Ling Qingyu said had hit them hard.


    "I have a milder approach but will put down all culprits and bring justice to you and all those girls who ar''t able to. I''m sure they ar''t first-time offders. It may take time but you have to trust me." Ling Qingyu pointed out the way.


    The other girl interrupted her. "How can we believe in you? It seems there''s no interest for you in helping us. I know we should be grateful for your help but¡­"


    Ling Qingyu waved her hand and said. "I understand your mood. And I''m not those rich who only has eyes for interest. Don''t think every rich person behaves the same. Not to mtion¡­I hate these kinds of animals who abuse power."


    Ev though the woman in front was hospitalized and her aura remained steadfast. Her every word out of the mouth echoed with vigor in their ears and the momtum grew as she spoke more.


    "I help you not because of sympathy or kindness but because I''m a human being¡­Ling Qingyu.¡­Ling¡­Qing¡­yu."

 Chapter 31: The worlds background

    The three girls gasped siltly, covering their mouths as they discovered who was in front of them. Although they felt familiar, Ling Qingyu''s currt outlook was too in.


    Most focused on her beauty and temperamt; the three girls hardly connected the dots with infamous C.E.O. photos printed on the business magazine cover.


    However, Ling Qingyu''s admission of her name at least drove away the mistrust and hesitant precognition as she herself was the idol among ambitious young wom.


    Ling Qingyu smiled at their cute reactions and her heart was filled with duty for justice. These young girls should have a wonderful family life and marry good m. With their expertise and sry, their lives should have befortable.


    Instead, merely because they attracted the atttion of a demonic being, everything was foregone. True, after everything was over they could continue their normal life, but the scars remained.


    The reason why Ling Qingyu opposed their initial primary n was to minimize the scars. The society was harsh on both m and wom. But wh it came to sexual-rted violt cases, ev if the wom were the victims, there were still some who thought wom were at fault.


    Everyone''s eyes would no longer be the same for them. The prejudgmt by the public could turn the worst for these poor girls.


    Before everything settled, she decided to be their backing. The girls whispered to one another and Ling Qingyu couldn''t hear what they were saying.


    By the tone of their conversation, Ling Qingyu felt their excitemt as she noticed their eyes appeared more bright.


    While waiting for the doctor she trusted toe, Ling Qingyu looked outside through the window again. The reason why she called for Mo Yunxi instead of other female doctors was the issue of confidtiality.


    Mo Yunxi was the first person she had contact with wh she tered this world and herbined experice from her previous life and currt memory told Ling Qingyu she was trustworthy.


    Ling Qingyu wasfortable confiding about these three girls and sding them under Dr. Mo''s care. She believed she could put all these evts under wrap with Mo Yunxi''s support.


    She was 0 perct sure Dr. Mo would agree with her action.


    Now, she recollected all the thoughts about what she had known from her memory fusion. As the system had already stated, she wasn''t in the same world.


    So, Ling Qingyu immediately thought since the vironmt was simr to Earth''s backg, the technology wasn''t differt and she was likely in a parallel world.


    Many scitists in her previous world had applied numerous equations and experimts to prove parallel worlds existed. Now Ling Qingyu could attribute this to their words.


    However, the world she stayed currtly in was more than just a parallel world she thought because nothing from her previous life matched here.


    Of course, not really everything. But on the surface, it didn''t resemble the Earth in her previous life anyway.


    The was still called Earth and the technological advancemt seemed no differt. However, the geographies and politics werepletely disparate.


    Waterprised 85% of the''sposition; thend consisted of 9 contints: Northern Tree, Southern Bush, Alyssia, Bear''s Paw, Phoix, Elephant, d, Middle Kingdom, and Oceania.


    The naming was weird if one didn''tprehd the geographical distribution here but Ling Qingyu nodded at the names in her heart. Tree, Bush, Bear''s paw, Elephant and Phoix were giv because thend resembled such structures. Alyssia was named after Empress Alyssia the Great who unified thend.


    d was like the name suggested a freezing contint in the south while the Middle Kingdom ctered on every other contint, except Oceania further away whichprised chains of many inds¡ªbig and small¡ªand were located in the southeast of Phoix.


    ording to the memory, Northern Tree, Southern Bush, Alyssia, Bear''s Paw, Phoix, Elephant, d, Middle Kingdom, and Oceania represt her old world: North America, South America, Europe, Russia, Ctral Asia, Africa, Antarctica, Middle-east, and Ind countries respectively.


    In manyym''s terminology here, they simply shorted the form like Contint N or Contint S, taking the initial letters.


    Ling Qingyu had to exim these contints never really connected with one another. Ev the closest one had water separating thend. She already imagined every country inside the contint was isted from faraway distances until the advt of maritime travel and exploration.


    Although the map looked weird from the previous life''s viewpoint, she must admit thend''s diagrams were more beautiful. However, what baffled her was the political situation on this.


    The ancit history wt simr but strangely in the 7th Ctury, people appeared to be lighted causing sparks of revolution a the globe. The lower ss overthrew the upper ss, causing the nation to abolish monarchy or react a constitutional one.


    Freedom, Equality, and Fraternity were slogans in this tire world. Republics and Constitutional monarchies popped one after another. Democracy prevailed.


    Peace was for certain right? Nope, humans could never wash away their greed. War shed betwe nations and in the 0th Ctury, two World War broke out just like in Ling Qingyu''s previous life.


    The reason was the discovery of crude oil, avable in the Middle Kingdom. At first, no one cared until someone invted the technologies that might change the world and required these oil resources.


    People traded initially but the political leverage began to hurt other contints,pletely altering the nations'' status. The Middle Kingdom''s nations thrived and their influce grew.


    Weak countries were fine with the status quo but the stronger ones didn''t favor this change and decided to solve the issue¡ªWar.


    Soon after subjugating the Middle Kingdom countries, nations couldn''t find an agreemt, the big ones fought one another and it was a Second World War.


    Atst, the catastrophe stunned everyone to a new understanding due to terribly high numbers of casualties. War must be prevted and every governmt formed a new order called¡ªthe World Governmt. Ling Qingyu regarded it like a certain United Nation party.


    Fortunately, perhaps democracy and simr ideologies were everywhere, and the mindset of fascism and race supremacism wer''t bred; thus, horrible gocide was avoided although other atrocities urred. Ev th, the horrors of wars reminded every human from happing again.


    Despite the World Governmt''s good inttions, the issues wer''t solvable. Sometimes, small border battles and wars still existed betwe nations but it was undiable they prevted the bigger ones.


    The greatest and most violt war urrce was in the Middle Kingdom contint due to many parties involved in the conflict. No great power wanted this contint to have peace so that oil resources wer''t monopolized. Separating against one another was the game of big powers here.


    Ling Qingyu rubbed her forehead, recalling this information. Simr yet too contrasting. Phoix contint included Country I, C, H and K, and Ling Qingyu resided in Country C, thergest area controlling nation.


    She was at least happy to feel the country she belonged to was stronger than others.


    A knock regained her consciousness. As she turned her head toward the sound, Dr. Mo tered with a smile. "I heard you need my help. What''s that?"

 Chapter 32: Testing

    Doctor Mo Yunxi waited for what Ling Qingyu would ask but only received her gawking eyes. The sight was too hot, she almost blushed. She had no idea why Ling Qingyu stared at her weirdly.


    Looking at herself and patting the  shirts, Mo Yunxi asked again. Ling Qingyu was embarrassed to be caught red-handed. The female doctor in front always raised her heart rate.


    The holy nurturing vibe exuded from herforted deep to the soul level. She pointed at the three girls. "They need your help, doctor. Pleasee nearer and I''ll tell you more."


    Hearing Ling Qingyu asking for help for the three little girls, Mo Yunxi frowned wh she discovered one of them was hurt badly. Her body almost reacted and diagnosed the injured.


    Definitely, traumatic wounds from assault. She could see it obviously and someone inttionally hurt her.


    But she controlled her urge and moved to Ling Qingyu for further exnation. Since Ling Qingyu''s voice was close to whispering, Mo Yunxi bt over a little so that her ears were in line.


    Ling Qingyu persevered her conctration as the doctor''s fragrance itched her desires. She almost lost control while she dictated the evt and told her n.


    Mo Yunxi paused and nodded afterward, calming Ling Qingyu down to sigh out in relief. She obtained Doctor Mo''s agreemt to keep this report from the public for some time before telling the police.


    Ling Qingyu promised not to hide from the authorities for long and also exined why she chose this way ev though Mo Yunxi didn''t ask for the reason. After understanding the situation, the doctor cracked her neck as her hands gripped the waist, her body trembling in frustration.


    For now, Mo Yunxi would td to their injuries and examine their bodies through various tests for more detailed reports.


    Mo Yunxi wt out to obtain medicines for disinfection and treatmt; she returned after a while, possibly requesting the nurses nearby.


    Shortly after, a nurse came in with a trailer; Mo Yunxi thanked the nurse and st her away from the room. Nothing attracted the atttion of the nurse, as the girl with injuries covered herself up.


    Ling Qingyu found Mo Yunxi in doctor''s attire charming as her gtless flowed to the poor girl. And her eyes strolled to Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue leaning beside the toilet''s door.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t notice their existce before and her body almost jumped in shock at their sudd appearance. She saw Tang Ziyi roll her eyes and Xiao Yue snickering.


    Perhaps their joke was over as they both sat down on nearby chairs. All who knew what happed today remained silt and joyed rxation as if the shuddering evt outside didn''t belong to them in the first ce.


    Ling Qingyu actually wanted to praise them out loud and showered them with rewards if there wer''t any outsiders here. Although Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue brought along additional oil bottles, Ling Qingyu didn''t abhor their acts.


    In fact, it consoled her worries about their characters, since the two''s histories might transform them into ruthless beings. Ev though their ruthlessness existed, it was only toward the emies and viinous people.


    Rescuing these girls to the point of ev troubling themselves showed their hearts had a warm side. Of course, who was being troubled at the momt must be Ling Qingyu but she didn''t mind.


    Ling Qingyu chuckled inwardly, d the character summoned from the system wer''t mere tools wom.


    [Of course, this system gives you a character card. Or else a robot would be st to you directly.]


    ''Yes, almighty system. You''re the best.'' Ling Qingyu wanted to pinch its cheeks if it existed outside and really appeared as a little girl.


    [Anyway, the system was amazed at your fast reprisal. Destroying the gangs save many other families from being destroyed and increases our merits. Plus, you served as justice for those who can''t. The system absorbs 7, you 3.]


    Ling Qingyu didn''tin her system took advantage because she knew she really did nothing. Ev the system didn''t realize the prowess of the summoned characters.


    ''Fine. Ev if you absorb more, I''ve noint.''


    [No, the system is conscitious and will not exploit you. And merits are rted to luck and fortune. It''s very important for your destiny.]


    ''But I have our super cute almighty system. We''re bonded together. That''s my greatest luck.''


    [Oh! Thank you...Anyway, the system gives you an additional reward so that the system has a clear conscice¡­Mary reward  trillion yuan.]


    Ev firecrackers popped inside her head to celebrate but Ling Qingyu was too bbergasted to respond.


    One trillion equals one thousand billion. Convert that amount to a dor. She already possessed more than 30 billion dors. That''s more than what Bill Gates had in his hand in the previous world.


    Furthermore, this amount was equal to free cash in contrast to other rich people''s calction of worth. She could ev spd full, unlike the rest.


    However, Ling Qingyu was also worried about her sudd ie source but her anxiety lessed wh she believed her strongest system would handle it.


    [Do you want to retrieve the reward now?]


    ''No, it''s not the best ce yet. Later.''


    Seeing Mo Yunxi had finished her care, Ling Qingyu asked. "Dr. Mo, has it finished? Is everything fine with the girls?"


    "They''re fine but you know¡­" Mo Yunxi gave her a nce which Ling Qingyu understood. Psychological pain took time to heal. "As for the drug, I presume it''s just a normal pill. But to be on the safe side, let''s test it out."


    All the tools were avable on the trailer and Mo Yunxi said to the three girls after picking a syringe. "May I?"


    The three girls agreed for blood testing. After Mo Yunxipleted the tests, all they had to do was to wait for the results.


    "Thank you, Doctor Mo." Ling Qingyu gave her a grateful nce, while the three girls stood up to bow and said.


    "Thank you, Doctor Mo." x3


    "That''s my duty as a doctor. I wish I could do more. Girls, don''t worry about anything else, your big sister Ling Qingyu will take care of you three." Mo Yunxi sighed and spoke, causing Ling Qingyu''s eyes to shine a strange glitter.


    After noticing her expression, Mo Yunxi acted cute and spat out her tongue. "Please, take care of them."


    "Of course, but wh did I be a big sister?"


    "Just now."


    Ling Qingyu snorted at her remarks but she was also a responsible person. Since she had rescued them by chance, she would finish it to the d.

 Chapter 33: Humongous Donation

    "By the way, Doctor Mo. I know it''s presumptuous but¡­" Ling Qingyu hadn''t finished yet.


    "Hmph¡­if you think so, don''t speak," Mo Yunxi cut her off. Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched from a sudd silce while Mo Yunxi covered her mouth amused. "Actually, I love seeing our stone cold face in the public having her expression brok."


    She rolled her eyes at the doctor''s kidding and continued her words, ignoring Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue making fun of her. Where''s her presidt''s strong aura?


    She assumed it never would work among her closed one. But her heart warmed at the thoughts there were still people who treated her regardless of her idtity.


    These were the true precious personalities, difficult to find in people nowadays, where everyone created connection for befits.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were understandable because they had the same secret. However, Mo Yunxi''s attitude was strange, iprehsible no matter how she contemted.


    "It''s about the residce rted to these girls in the hospital." Ling Qingyu spoke her goal.


    "So, You want another favor like rting a room?" Mo Yunxi''s question wasn''t expecting an answer. "It''s actually difficult to do this. You know this kind of case is not in my jurisdiction."


    "Tell the dean, I will donate 00 million yuan. 0 in cash funding, another 0 for any required medical equipmt." Ling Qingyu showed her two fingers and the air that was certain no one would be able to refuse her deal.


    "¡­" Mo Yunxi sighed in exasperation she could no longer tease her patit. The confidt air a Ling Qingyu was really overwhelming. Everyone in the room eximed at Ling Qingyu''s gerosity. 00 millions didn''t ev blink her eyes.


    Frankly, Mo Yunxi almost knelt wh she heard the amount but she still asked again for assurance. "00 million? Are you sure, Miss Ling?"


    "Sister Mo, it''s because of you I''m gerous." Ling Qingyu addressed Mo Yunxi closer. Calling Mo Yunxi as sister raised the rtionship betwe the two.


    "Please, your sister nearly stops her heart. I never expect our Miss Ling to throw money as weapon." Mo Yunxi rolled her eyes at Ling Qingyu''s behavior but didn''t object her decision.


    "Call me Sister Ling or Qingyu. You save my life. I hope that I can return my gratitude."


    Mo Yunxi was clear what Ling Qingyu meant. Because of her face, Ling Qingyu donated huge sums of money to the hospital; in theing days, she would have an easier time in the workspace.


    "I''ll go meet the dean now. Don''t lie to your sister." With a snap, she sped out of the room, her  cloak leaving waves behind her.


    Ling Qingyu smiled at her reaction and realized how satisfying the feeling of throwing money to others was. The three girls on the other hand had struggling expressions wh Ling Qingyu noticed them.


    "Don''t care about the money. It''s not you. I''ve decided to donate long ago." Herfort didn''t soothe their mood.


    Tang Ziyi said from the sides. "Why don''t you work at Miss Ling''spany? Although I''m not sure about your skills, your characters are definitely what Miss Ling desires."


    Ling Qingyu gave a silt thumb-up at Tang Ziyi''s advice. She also admired these girls'' stubbornness and inner belief. She expressed her support. "Why don''t you try? It''s okay, don''t stress out."


    The three girls wept in joy because they couldn''t continue their jobs, not with what had happed. So many strange eyesnding on them, just the thoughts had dissuaded them from work.


    Now Ling Qingyu''s offer was the most suitable but she had already helped them so much; they now ev had no idea how to repay.


    As if reading their inner monologues, Ling Qingyu further said. "Of course, you must have skills to obtain this position. Otherwise my kindness is useless."


    "Of course, Miss Ling," the three stood up and bowed to her.


    "Hmmm¡­" Ling Qingyu groaned out, tuating her dissatisfaction with the title.


    "Thank you, Presidt Ling. We''ll naturally repay it for our whole life." X3


    Ling Qingyu expressed satisfaction and didn''t refute their oath. She wasn''t in feudal society to demand such absolute allegiance but refusing their offer might be counterproductive to their inner mtality.


    "What''s your name?"


    "Wang Xiuying."


    "Mu Xiaoqian."


    "Sun Qiqi."


    Sun Qiqi and Mu Xiaoqian obviously were younger than Wang Xiuying. Ling Qingyu could read they just tered the workspace after graduation. Wang Xiuying on the other hand seemed mature and acted as an elder sister among the three.


    Helping the younger for a better experice, Wang Xiuying was a mtor for them. Their close feeling with one another proved Wang Xiuying''s leadership ability was good, despite another possibility of going through a disaster together.


    However, the more Ling Qingyu watched Wang Xiuying, the more satisfied with her decision to recruit them. Unfortunately, Wang Xiuying was the only one being vited and hurt, which lowered her confidce level and appeared unconvincing from the outside.


    It might take time but Wang Xiuying''s inner strgth must be strong as she was the one who spoke about sacrificing her reputation to lock the culprits in prison.


    With some training and psychological counseling, Ling Qingyu expected her to achieve sess in the future after solving the currt tribtion.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu tered bored after standing outside for long. Ling Qingyu was about to speak wh her eyes found another figure apanying them.


    It was an old man inte fifties, some gray lines on his hair. Behind him, Mo Yunxi followed, her impable stare st one message.


    ''You better not kid her a.''


    Ling Qingyu blinked her eyes cheerfully to return the message.


    "Good eving, Miss Ling, it''s an honor meeting you. My name is Han Caihu. Dean of this hospital. I hope I''m not disturbing your rest." Dean Han Caihu greeted formally.


    "Of course not, Dean Han. The honor''s mine."


    "I heard from Doctor Mo that you want to donate to this hospital. I''m absolutely thankful for your action but excuse me for a momt, is Miss Ling sure about the amount?" Dean Han was fearful of offding Ling Qingyu.


    Naturally if she reced his position, she would also behave the same because the amount was indeed too huge, ev for upper ss rich. However, who made her possess the system''s backg.


    00 million in front of  trillion was nothing. She hoped her system wasn''t joking because if it turned out to be false, her business would lose huge sums of money. Ling Qingyu didn''t want to experice pauper life, not ev for the slightest momt.


    [Trust this Omniscit system.]


    ''Yes. Yes.''

 Chapter 34: Police query

    "I''m sorry Dean Han. Because my belongings ar''t with me yet. The paymt couldn''t be made until my secretaryes." Ling Qingyu stated the fact.


    "It''s alright, Miss Ling. I just want to confirm the amount." Dean Han waved his hand.


    "I''m grateful to the hospital for saving my life, especially Sister Mo here who made me feel at home. At least the money is what I can afford to repay my gratitude. Don''t feel burded, Dean Han."


    Dean Han''s corner of the eyes twitched. Naturally, this amount could kill him by its mere weight. The 00 million yuan here was like a piece of paper thrown at will. He wanted toin the injustice to the world yet he was contted to be burded.


    However, he, who interacted across social sses understood ev for the riches, this amount was still huge. He praised inwardly at Ling Qingyu''s gerosity and his atttion caught Ling Qingyu addressing Mo Yunxi as her sister.


    So, Dean Han gave an approving nce at Mo Yunxi who smiled in return. After all, Mo Yunxi must have done something to gain a good impression of the hospital from Ling Qingyu.


    "Of course not, Miss Ling. Is there anything the hospital can offer you some convice?" Dean Han already learned the information from Mo Yunxi, Ling Qingyu had some requests to make during her stay.


    "Now that Dean Han mtion it; I would like to have arge room for the girls a to stay for three days. Is my request troublesome?"


    "No, trouble, Miss Ling. Not at all, I''m d to fulfill your needs. You''ve to wait for an hour or more to clean up the avable room though." Dean Han asked for some time.


    "It''s okay. Thank you, Dean Han, for your help."


    "Th, I''ll take my leave," Dean Han said as he strutted out of the room while he gestured to Mo Yunxi toward Ling Qingyu.


    "You''re serious?" Mo Yunxi inquired Ling Qingyu, unbelievable 00 million yuan was really donated without hesitation.


    "I am, Sister Mo." Ling Qingyu replied. "You can resume your job. Although the dean asks you to apany me, it doesn''t mean you have to."


    "Alright, alright. I''ll leave wh I need to but let me rest for a while. It''s rare for a doctor to have respite during duty time." Mo Yunxi exined.


    Ling Qingyu nodded in understanding. Based on several doctors'' drama films she had watched before, she had se a clearer picture of the busymotions. The intse pressure and stress from these workloads added weight to her shoulder as she recalled those sces.


    ncing at several girls, Ling Qingyu said her n. "I''ll probably be staying in the hospital for about three days. In the meantime, wh the room is avable, that''s the temporary residce¡ªyou can sleep there too."


    Everyone muttered yes. They all knew what was next for another 3 days, boring life in the hospital.


    Su Ruomei rose from her seat near Jiang Yu and sat next to Tang Ziyi, conversing about something that interested her. While Jiang Yu clicked her tongue at herrade who betrayed her the momt a new attraction came in.


    Xiao Yueughed as she watched Jiang Yu''s reaction. The three girls were whispering with each other, their mncholy appeared to be dissipating as time passed.


    Mo Yunxi sat on Ling Qingyu''s bed aside blocking Ling Qingyu''s perspective of what the girls were doing.


    "What''s wrong Sister Mo?"


    "Nothing, how do you find these girls though? Don''t tell me they''re familiar with you." Mo Yunxi pointed out her suspicion and Ling Qingyu knew she would ask.


    "I''ll tell after the evts are all over. Otherwise, I might bring you into danger instead."


    Mo Yunxi sighed and didn''t say more. The two conversed about each other life. Particrly, Ling Qingyu showed interest in Mo Yunxi''s history.


    They shared information and the rtionship became closer as they spoke, confiding their hardships and victories. Ling Qingyu was amazed at how quickly the wom got familiar and the way the conversation wt, never-ding the topics.


    Until Dean Han returned with good news, everyone halted their dialogue. Luckily, there were very few patits this week and the requested room was next door, convit for Ling Qingyu''s protectors.


    Mo Yunxi also departed to resume her work after Dean Han wt away.


    Xiao Yue and Jiang Yu brought along the three girls to the next avable room, where they would prepare bedding.


    Tang Ziyi and Su Ruomei were in another conctration mode. Both owled at theptop with full atttion, especially Su Ruomei amazed at Tang Ziyi''s talt.


    The room returned to peace a little while everyone was on their own business. Ling Qingyu was bored. Soon the light outside darked.


    Only streetmps, car headlights, and advertisemt boards lighted the area. Su Ruomei left with Xiao Yue and Jiang Yu to order and packed dinner away for tonight.


    Ling Qingyu asked them for  servings, in case other visitors appeared.


    While she and Tang Ziyi were alone, a knock resounded. Nurse Yin Jingfei tered the room with a tired face.


    Ling Qingyu could feel herck of ergy miles away. "Are you okay, Nurse Yin? You looked exhausted."


    "I''m fine. It''s just you''ve some visitorsing." The nurse checked her well-being, studying the equipmt and jotting down the papers retrieved from the box under Ling Qingyu''s legs.


    "Visitors? Who?"


    Tang Ziyi put away herptop and readied herself.


    "It''s the police, Miss Ling." A calm voice rang from the trance.


    Ling Qingyu thought the voice was the chantress''s. Two police officers stepped in¡ªa man and a woman.


    It seemed the woman was the leader here as the man trailed a few steps behind. They wore uniforms, ck pants, and light blue shirts.


    Their attires were stylish exceptionally and Ling Qingyu''s eyes grew weird. These two officers definitely paid atttion to their outlook.


    Morale and discipline were likely very high; it was her initial prejudgmt, which might not always be the case.


    Never judge the book by its cover was what every wise old human explicitly repeated.


    After scrutinizing the policewoman''s appearance, Ling Qingyu wasn''t surprised this one was gorgeous.


    Heck! The high beauty value a her had dessitized her already. Ling Qingyu guaranteed her life, this woman must also belong to the harem members.


    MF, she swore at the male protagonist. Too much, too much.


    ''System, I wanna kill the male lead now.''


    [You''re murdering your idol?]


    ''Fuck the idol. I swear I''ll prevt all of these wom from falling into his hand. Really.''


    "You okay, Miss Ling. Why do you look angry?" Captain Yang was dumbfounded by Ling Qingyu''s sudd outraged aura. Wh did she offd this businesswoman?


    "Ah! My apology. Something wt in my head which flipped me off. It''s not rted to you, police officer."


    "Call me Officer Yang, Miss Ling. I''m investigating your idt and sadly we have no lead at this momt. But I assure you, we''ll arrest the culprit in no time."


    "I hope so, Officer Yang, because it''s not an idt."


    "Why do you say so?" Officer Yang''s eyes constricted at Ling Qingyu''s remarks while the male officer recorded them in the notes.


    Ling Qingyu narrated back everything from that specific day, including many details as she could. Captain Yang''s breath shorted as the description fit her conjecture.


    It was a premeditated murder. Theck of CCTV coverage had raised her rms. Now, theplexities involved rose with new evidce. She drove away the option of Ling Qingyu lying.


    Ling Qingyu eyed Officer Yang deep in her mtal journey. Perhaps, the officer in front might be the one she could cooperate with. If she were the male lead''s woman, at least she must possess a strong sse of justice, the right person for the currt situation.

 Chapter 35: Yang Qingyue

    Captain Yang and her fellow officer exited the hospital trance, deep in thought. Now the routine idt investigation had turnedplicated.


    Although hit-and-run cases always likely became inttional homicides in the d, Ling Qingyu''s narration told a differt story. Officer Yang had noticed something was off wh the CCTV in that particr area stopped working for days.


    Now, since her guess was correct, what should she do? She already realized the tirew forcemt had moles inside. Corruption was for certain as anything rted to the underg world never surfaced.


    She didn''t ev trust her supervisor at the momt. Officer Yang wasn''t originally from Province N and her transfer work was due to her family. Although on duty in this province for a short duration of time, she discovered numerous discrepancies in the police work.


    Many higher ranks avoidedmunicating with her and most of the staff in the workspace followed suit so that they wer''t se in the minds of higher authorities as sore in the eyes.


    Officer Yang mostly worked alone but as always there would be a light ev under extreme darkness; like-minded people gathered a her and a team was unconsciously formed.


    Solving many cases and beginning to regain public trust, despite only a portion, Officer Yang was satisfied. At least she managed to bring the police''s reputation back. The male officer on the side was also her team member.


    Nobody objected to her movemt to draw all the capable and diligt officers at the station to her team. Ev the high echelon ignored her footwork.


    One was because the power behind her dissuaded them from tripping her work. Two, no matter how much they tried to trip her, she never stumbled, always finding a way from various angles.


    Those all rted to the underg force wanted her to leave this province by her initiative¡ªpiling up more work for her, prioritizing her to solve near-impossible cases.


    Officer Yang knew she had to do something before her work of saving police prestige was wasted. Her initial n was no longer viable; she needed more allies¡ªa strong at best.


    These low-level officers wer''t much help for her fighting against the corrupt system in Province N.


    A shoulder nudge from her coworker awoke her; she red at the man who raised his hands up and smiled back. Officer Yang shook her head, amused.


    The two strutted back toward their police sedan in the parking space. She sat on the passger side and some radio chatters almost nauseated her because she couldn''t capture the message.


    Likewise, the male officer in the driver''s seat also noticed the situation and only started the ignition.


    "Captain?" He asked.


    Captain Yang grabbed the speaker and pressed the button. "C to Dispatch say again yourst."


    A few secondster. "C, possible multiple cases of homicide and gang rivalry, units currtly  route."


    "In the same precinct?"


    "Negative C, across multiple districts."


    "Still on the hit-and-run right now, do you want me to divert?"


    "Yes, please. The more the better."


    "On the way." Captain Yang put back the device and looked at her colleague beside giving her an unlovable expression. "What''s the matter?"


    "Oh gosh, Captain Yang. For the sake of us, why do you want overtime?" The male whined exaggeratedly causing Officer Yang to roll her eyes. "I thought we should finish this hit-and-run case."


    "I highly doubt we can achieve anything, to be honest. And my sixth sse tells me this trip might just give me a hint." Wh he was about to op her mouth to express disagreemt. "Do not doubt a woman''s sixth sse? And don''t ever argue with a woman cuz you''re never going to win?"


    The male officer drooped his shoulders with a disappointed sigh and drove the car to the destination. Fine, why would he bother toin? Arguing against superior was one mistake and the superior was a woman was another. He didn''t want to make more.


    Captain Yang chuckled at his behavior; she knew her subordinate wasn''t really mad. It was a usual banter betwe the two to ease the stressful atmosphere. Her eyes were still on the hospital, thinking deeply.


    Was it a coincidce after a few days of idt? Was Ling Qingyu involved? Those who were like Ling Qingyu in high positions couldn''t attribute their behaviors to average citizs.


    The sir red as the vehicle departed from the hospital, attracting the eyes of pedestrians a for a while.


    ...¡­


    Ling Qingyu stood near the window, watching the police car sped away. In contrast to the usual sickly appearance, she was well and strong, her hands pushing against the wall as she leaned forward.


    "You''re really choosing her?" A monotonous voice sounded from behind.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t turn a as her eyes were still on the leaving police car. "Hmm. At least my sse told me she''s trustworthy, what do you think?"


    "I never believe someone from the first appearance. I trust the data more." Tang Ziyi replied.


    "Th search it up. Investigate her past and backg."


    "On it already. I''m organizing the details as we speak. You can survey them afterward."


    "Wh did you begin?"


    "After she left, I work on it since I got a feeling you''ll be requesting in the future. It seems my instinct is correct."


    "Congrats on you¡­ What do you think about her?" Ling Qingyu asked about the main point of the discussion. Although she could already choose this female police officer as a breakthrough on her own initiative, she joyed discussing with experts a. At least, she could assure herself she had looked into it from various angles.


    "She''s definitely the one." Tang Ziyi agreed while Ling Qingyu heard clicks of keyboards rummaging behind her. "It''s done."


    "Show me, Sister Ziyi." Tang Ziyi handed over herptop, simr function to a tablet, to Ling Qingyu. She grabbed the device and scrolled over the lists. "Thank you for your hard work."


    "Um.hmm¡­" Tang Ziyi uttered.


    The scre showed the biography of a policewoman who she just met. Technology was indeed terrifying. In the wrong hands¡­Ling Qingyu prayed it never happed.


    Yang Qingyue, aged 5, .69 meters tall.


    Rank ¡ª Captain (Superintdt First ss)


    Joined police force at 9, merits & years of experice eligible for further promotion


    Huge family backg from the capital, the force wasn''t to be underestimated.


    Education,pleted studying for a graduate degree.


    Ling Qingyu read the files further and understood Yang Qingyue''s situation. Based on her merits and backg, she should''ve be promoted long ago. Why still stuck?


    Her family pressured what she disliked or was it her age, Ling Qingyu supported the former hypothesis. She would be meeting more in the future.


    "I choose her th. Sd her the evidce and files we''ve collected to her email. Don''t sd all. Little by little, Sister Ziyi should guide her." Ling Qingyu said while she walked back to her bed, returning theptop.


    Tang Ziyi didn''t say anything and proceeded with Ling Qingyu''s order.

 Chapter 36: 1 trillion yuan!

    While Tang Ziyi was working on her task, the rest of the girls were surely having fun in their own room. Although they were in a public hospital, converting the room into afortable zone was possible.


    Ling Qingyumted money created everything. She didn''t feel bad about the living style of the rich, where she took some advantage over the hospital''s features. As long as her behavior didn''t affect others'' way of life, her action was justifiable.


    She ced her buttock on the top of the bed and leaned her body against the wall, interlocking her fingers together behind the head to serve as a cushion.


    "Sister Ziyi, after we leave the hospital, where''re you gonna work?" Ling Qingyu inquired wh the time passed gazing at the wall had exceeded  minutes.


    "My job¡ªI''ll be staying with you. That''s a fact." Tang Ziyi paused her keyboard ruffling for a momt and resumed the orchestra. "I''ll serve as your personal driver."


    Ling Qingyu quickly turned her face in the direction of Tang Ziyi. "What do you mean? Your talt should be more than just a driver."


    "Of course more than that. Driver, bodyguard, personal assistant in some ways."


    "But I can hire others for it. You should prioritize other roles."


    "What role? Cooking?" Tang Ziyi prested her rolling eyes. "Now tell me, who else is better than me in terms of martial arts and tactical driving skills."


    "Okay." Ling Qingyu mumbled, not saying more because this was the truth. Among all she knew, Tang Ziyi was the best at what she did.


    Perhaps her prior Ling Qingyu might doubt her driving skills, but the currt one was clever not to think on such a path. Tang Ziyi''s backg had already informed everything about her expertise.


    The room wt into quiet mode again and Ling Qingyu switched on the television, to spd her free time. She was, truth be told, astonished the public hospital had TVs ev.


    Maybe only in this room. The hospital transferred her to a VIP room after discovering her idtity.


    Based on her experice, private hospitals were much better in terms of such rted services, but she was satisfied with the currt condition.


    Somehow, every news was filled with a new domestic airliner toplete its first maid flight. She wasn''t an aeronautic thusiast to begin with; she quickly changed channels but each domestic line showed the same theme.


    Atst, she found a cartoon suitable for young childr and almost groaned in frustration. Having nothing else, she watched the kids'' channel till the show was over.


    "Haha¡­mmhm." A sudd chuckle interrupted her tertainmt. Ling Qingyu gave Tang Ziyi a strange nce.


    Tang Ziyi unexpectedly looked at Ling Qingyu because the room was too silt and thought she fell asleep. Didn''t expect and prepare her behavior wh she discovered a strong businesswoman watching cartoons.


    So, she let out a chuckle before she covered her mouth, but her quivering shoulder betrayed her. "Nothing. Really nothing. The sight was beautiful."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes narrowed and captured some hints from Tang Ziyi''s eyes movemt. She scoffed at Tang Ziyi''s snicker toward her childlike behavior.


    Everyone used to have an inner child; what''s the matter with expressing herself? Nope, she wasn''t ashamed. Ling Qingyu snorted and didn''t bother, continuing her hobby.


    Tang Ziyi giggled hard, no longer holding in herself. Theughter warmed the whole room before she returned back to typo mode.


    It wasn''t like in a movie where she could drag everything out quickly and sd them over. She must first organize all the stuff she had collected before she could sd it out.


    Hacking indeed appeared great in the movies but tiresome in reality. But Ling Qingyu was certain, it wouldn''t be long before the style became simr to those in the theater in the future.


    "Someone''sing, probably Zhao Xiurong." Tang Ziyi''s sudd words caused Ling Qingyu to be speechless.


    "How do you know?" She turned off the TV in case.


    "By the sound of her footsteps and her pace."


    Ling Qingyu was amazed; she knew martial artists had superior hearing but Tang Ziyi was nearing superhuman existce.


    "Of course, I''m only 70% sure. The remaining factor could prove me wrong." Tang Ziyi added.


    Someone knocked on the door and from a little transpart thin vertical window on the top of the doorknob, Ling Qingyu saw a familiar figure. Zhao Xiurong.


    She oped the door and stood by the trance, holding it for someone. A ruffle of gallops resounded across the hallway; the girls who wt for buying dinner had returned, along with the three girls.


    Everyone brought their chairs out and thanked Zhao Xiurong who smiled happily and closed the threshold after everyone was inside.


    Ling Qingyu shouted. "Sister Zhao, it seems you choose the right time. Let''s have dinner."


    "No need, Presidt Ling. I''ll be having it with my mother at home. I''m sorry but I''ve to apany her."


    Ling Qingyu waved her hands. "Nonsse, why do you apologize? I''m d our Sister Zhao is a filial daughter. Don''t mind us eating in front of you."


    All the girls, including Tang Ziyi, arranged the chairs and bch as dining tables, uncovering the packages. The sct permeated into Ling Qingyu''s nose. She gulped her own saliva as the delicacy in front possessed high attractivess.


    Secretary Zhao brought her serving over as she released some lever on the bed and the table to eat for a patit unfolded. She put the meals on it and sat aside.


    Ling Qingyu ate with relish; the meal was superb and still warm. Just the right temperature for a healthy taste. Eating in a group was another type of joymt as everyone conversed about whatever the topic was.


    After she finished her meal and Zhao Xiurong ascertained Ling Qingyu had ough, she cleaned the table, resetting it back to original position. Ling Qingyu didn''t have to do a thing while her secretary took over everything.


    "Now Presidt Ling, I forget to tell you at the start. I put those bags near the TV. See those. It''s from the police station. I took your stuff back¡ªyour purse and handphones."


    "Thank you, Sister Zhao."


    "Anytime, Presidt Ling. It''s what I should do."


    "Alright, leave early so that you don''t drivete like mine." Ling Qingyu''s shooing method brought chuckles out of Zhao Xiurong.


    "Okay Presidt, I''ll be leaving." Ling Qingyu nodded and watched as Secretary Zhao greeted everyone before she departed.


    The chatter was still going on oblivious that the patit should be giv rest. Fortunately, Ling Qingyu was at her peak condition. If not to avoid raising suspicions and drawing unnecessary atttion from others, she had left the hospital long ago.


    Ling Qingyu dove into the next steps after everything in herpany was solved. With the system''s reward, she had a giant financial strgth but that was nothing in front of strong emies.


    Shecked connection and military strgth. Military meant fist and protection level, not firearms and big cannons.


    In herpany, she only possessed a doz guards, all of them were retired female soldiers who followed Su Ruomei.


    Prior to her idt, the security was more than sufficit. Nheless, the fact had prov it was weak, tremdously weak. Having more than hundreds was the ideal number but where to gather these statistics?


    Her another ASAP goal was to increase the number of guards a her; hoped her system could give some advice. Recruiting veterans from the army was one option but she preferred to keep more leeway.


    She immediately remember another system''s reward she hadn''t retrieved yet.


    [Confirming reward of  trillion yuan?] The system beeped as if ssing her thoughts.


    ''Yes, please confirm.''

 Chapter 37: Her weird financial reward

    Ling Qingyu rubbed her hands in anticipation. This amount of wealth was unheard of¡ªall in cash, no assets¡ªalthough it was nothingpared to the wealth of a country.


    Suddly, in her hands, a ck card with a gold edge popped out. She had no idea what kind of card she received but the appearance was indeed stunning. A bank card without any description or logos.


    Was it really legal to use it? Ling Qingyu had a huge doubt; she ev suspected the card might counter a problem during its use.


    She already promised the dean the money; she begged the system in her mind not to joke a.


    [This system is serious! No fault, no prank, nothing. 0 perct truth.]


    ''Th why is there no idtification on the card.''


    [It''s like a master room card. Suitable and eligible anywhere.]


    ''But this one is a serious bank card with real money transactions.''


    [Yes, noisy huh¡­Just consider this card as a sophisticated technology. It will work for sure. Besides, along with the card came an application software in your phone. You should check it out.]


    ''Hey¡­system..System?''


    No reply. It seemed her distrust disgusted the system. Well, it couldn''t be helped wh dealing with the unknown. She had full trust but she didn''t want to be tripped by the system in some situation.


    Confirmation was for the sake of her mind. Anyway, she was sure to converse with the system again. In the worst case, she would lick till the system got embarrassed.


    Ling Qingyu listed to the system''s advice and searched for her phone inside the bag, Secretary Zhao brought over. Turning over her belonging, she held the phone before her face.


    Why did her phone seem differt from what it used to? Did the system modify the device?


    She checked all the data and everything was in ce perfectly. Nothing disappeared, nothing changed.


    Scrolling over the apps, she found a surreal one and clicked on it. The loading scre appeared and the software asked for her fingerprint, which she followed themand.


    She gasped wh she saw everything inside. So many numbers and names that Ling Qingyu felt nauseous.


    ''System, please exin.''


    [¡­]


    ''Please! My super duper excellt system, I need your guidance.''


    ''Please! Please!''


    [huh¡­okay¡­stop¡­this superb system will show you how it''s done.]


    The system sighed prettiously and exined numerous steps; it was sinct and simple as long as the user wasn''t intimidated byrge junks of data.


    ''Did you change my phone?'' It wasn''t a question but an affirmation.


    [Yes. Modified it a bit, faster inte speed and more privacy.]


    ''Okay, but I''m confused. Why not in just one card and one bank ount, instead of so many ounts that I have to trace?''


    [If you want your ount froz and attract high-level atttion, go ahead.]


    ''Hehe,'' Ling Qingyu didn''t say anymore and she understood the system''s methodicalness. Despite so many ounts, the software was user-fridly so she felt no big differce from using one ount.


    She checked her suring and everyone''s conctration was on their own stuff. Tang Ziyi resumed herputer''s work, while the rest chattered. The three neer girls volunteered to clean the leftover.


    No one noticed her strange demeanor and Ling Qingyu''s heart felt relieved. Her excitemt had caused her to lose sse of the suring.


    A big lump hanging in her heart fell after the money for donation was easily avable to her. The system''s product never lied.


    Wh the time to sleep approached, everyone disappeared from the room except Tang Ziyi whose eyes'' never disconnected from herptop.


    "Hmm, Sister Ziyi. You can continueter on. It''s not like there''s a timeline." Ling Qingyu felt bad watching her pressed on.


    "Don''t worry. I know myself. It''s too far from being tired." Tang Ziyi replied without looking.


    Ling Qingyu raised her eyebrows, disbelieving Tang Ziyi''s remarks. ording to her description of today''s evt, the activities were high ergy consuming and Ling Qingyucked strgth just from listing to their narration.


    Was Tang Ziyi bragging or did she not ev sweat?


    "I mean you need to have sustainable ergy to guard me right? So, you better rest first."


    "Fine. I''ll rest in 5 minutes. Let me first finish this." Tang Ziyi conceded to Ling Qingyu''s persuasion.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t say more. Everyone was an adult. Shey on the bed and reached for the television remote control.


    Turning the TV on, she scanned across various channels¡ªone news channel caught her interest.


    The title read ''Tse Province N Police situation: Burnt body found inside a super racing car & gang battles urred with multiple dead and injured."


    The announcer seemed to have just received the evt since there was no further description, except for the police investigating deeper for the idtity. For the gang case, the police chief himself wt on stage, answering sharp questions from the news media.


    He was skilled in diverting the topics and guaranteed the public safety level would not be impacted. The public should trust the police to do its job. No one was above anyw; justice would be served.


    Ling Qingyu scoffed at the interview and likely many citizs would too. Gangs were a big problem in Province N for average people.


    Police couldn''t handle them well due to having a mole inside or a corrupted leader at the top. Everybody was aware of it but there was nothing they could do without sufficit evidce.


    Ev if human evidce was avable, nobody dared to volunteer. A few brave souls were out of luck, in idts for example.


    Since Ling Qingyu had this wealth and influce in this life, her previous life''s dream could be fulfilled¡ªcreating a peaceful orderly world without a huge gap betwe sses.


    She knew it was hard but at least she liked her personal growth while trying this out. First, she must cleanse the city and th spread it a. This police chief would be her primary target.


    Tang Ziyi was probably working on it. Ling Qingyu asked her a simple question. "Are these yours?"


    Tang Ziyi raised her head wh she heard the voice and watched the sces on the TV. She simply voiced. "Yeah."


    "You better include that police chief on the target. I don''t like his face and attitude."


    "Count on it, he''s the number one on the list."


    "Good. Hope Captain Yang can work this out."


    "Don''t underestimate her." Tang Ziyi chuckled.


    "Oh, what makes you say it? Though she is the person I chose but¡­"


    "You''ll know soon¡­..Alright, done. St everything to her. Let''s wait for her action."


    "How long do you think?"


    "Probably within a week."


    The undercurrt surged throughout the night. Most knowledgeable were unable to sleep; the average people wer''t aware of the high tides suring them. But Ling Qingyu slept soundly, feeling extremely safe with herpanions a.

 Chapter 38: Spirit Beauty & Clothing Co.Ltd

    Two days after, Ling Qingyu stood up from the bed. It was morning and today was the day she nned to leave the hospital. Ev with her scale of idt, it was a miracle for her to recover fast within 3 days.


    So, she couldn''t just walk out like a normal person would. She had to pretd for some time. Perhaps a wheelchair might be a good option.


    Tang Ziyi was also in the room, sleeping on the bch. Of course, there was another Jiang Yu, who sat on one of the chairs.


    The rest of the girls should be in the room the hospital had prepared for them. During these three days, the girls became more familiar with each other and their rtionship wt upward dramatically.


    Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue, what was she, a tool to bring the girls together? She joked at herself.


    A quivering muffled vibration attracted her ears. It was her phone in silt mode. She eyed the scre and it was from her Secretary Zhao.


    These days, Zhao Xiurong always reported the situation of thepany and it was definitely not good. Ling Qingyu acted perfunctory as long as there wasn''t a major evt because she had expected these to happ.


    "Hello, Sister Zhao," Ling Qingyu spoke after she pressed the answer button lightly on the scre and put the phone near her ears


    "Presidt Ling, Good morning." Zhao Xiurong''s voice rang in her ears.


    "Good morning as well."


    "Do you need my help at the hospital?" Zhao Xiurong asked this question many times, every time she called in the morning.


    "No need, there are many sisters here, Sister Zhao. Don''t worry about me." Ling Qingyu replied ever so gtly. The most change after transmigration might be that Ling Qingyu''s behavior toward wom became more gtle.


    Those who were familiar with her noticed this character but they attributed the reason to the idt. After all, those who faced near-death experices always td to change their characters, most in a better path.


    "Alright, Presidt Ling. Today is just like the routine but there''s definitely bad news or the worst news." Zhao Xiurong said in a low hesitant voice.


    "Please, calm down, Sister Zhao. It''s not the d of the world for any of us. We''ve predicted the oue and thepany is going under tribtion. If it survives, I assure you, it will surpass itself in the future and grow into a behemoth." Ling Qingyu was rxed as ever, trying to soothe her subordinates. Everything wt downhill, nothing surprising.


    Ling Qingyu had confidce, and her confidce derived from the system, especially her massive fund avable inside the ck card.


    Although she had no idea what ck technology the system utilized, everything appeared legal on the outside.


    "That''s a big if, Presidt Ling! You should announce yourself soon. Otherwise, your C.E.O. position is currtly unstable now." Zhao Xiurong warned Ling Qingyu of her initial n.


    "What do you mean? My position? What happs?" Ling Qingyu asked in confusion.


    "Ahh! Presidt Ling, did you have some amnesia? Of course, it''s the board of directors. They are now having a discussion about whether to abolish your post."


    "Damn! These old nuts! Always slipping my feet wh I walk. If not for my grandfather''s face, I would''ve kicked them out." Ling Qingyu snarled at her phone.


    Ling Qingyu was a chairman, CEO, and presidt; she took all three posts and was thergest shareholder of thepany, naturally. Her share made up 35% and the secondrgest only constituted a 5%.


    Legally, these shareholders had the right to dispose of her if they were synchronizing their n, because she didn''t own 50% shares. However, for that to happ, they must persuade the rest of shareholders, who had a quota of shares to vote, to amon goal.


    In addition, Ling Qingyu possessed three positions which were way harder than removing a single post. The directors only had less than 0% of the shares and they were spread among a few. What''s more Ling Qingyu was also a chairman or chairwoman.


    Nheless, they could appeal through a differt process. Rather than removing her, they would create a temporary post for an executive officer and slowly take away herpany.


    These wer''t true problems for Ling Qingyu. As long as she showed up, the facade would stop. But Ling Qingyu didn''t want to as her interest was piqued to see what the old hags had decided behind her back.


    "Didn''t they just like to put one of their family members on my post? They had be nning this for a long time and my idt gave them an opportunity." Ling Qingyu said with a smile and froze at her words. "Or is the idt rted to them?"


    The timing matched and at the same time, based on the motives and who befited from her death, the arrows pointed right toward them. But her system stated her emy was not what she could eliminatepletely yet; so, the possibility being them was very low.


    Zhao Xiurong expressed her thoughts in silce; she agreed with Ling Qingyu''s hypothesis.


    "If that is the case, they have done it long ago," Zhao Xiurong finally dispelled the possibility and she was correct.


    There had be several attempts to introduce their childr or family members into herpany as high-level posts. The previous Ling Qingyu firmly disagreed with their move since she founded the tirepany through her hands.


    Their acts merely directed herpany, which struggled through sweat and a huge amount of time toward destruction. Just because of their greed, Ling Qingyu would never jeopardize her creation.


    And Ling Qingyu didn''t dy their try; she only asked them to begin from the bottom and rise through merits but  fancied her suggestion.


    Ling Qingyu recalled these evts in her mind as she spoke with Zhao Xiurong on the phone. She chuckled at the experice of a coup held in thepany, aimed at removing her authority.


    "Sister Zhao, buy back those public shares, which are currtly dropping as we speak. I bet that''s ough to bring my perctage to 50 and prevt this notion from happing."


    "Presidt, our avable funds could only buy additional shares estimated to reach 45%." Zhao Xiurong exined the situation in detail.


    Another  perct increase might change nothing but it proved the avable fund she possessed was huge. It seemed Ling Qingyu must use her cheats.


    "Tell me how much additional funds are required. Making it 55% is better; I have my own channel to transfer money," Ling Qingyu replied with confidce and her arrogant remark must have stunned Zhao Xiurong, because her secretary was suddly speechless.

 Chapter 39: Future plan

    "Are you serious, Presidt Ling?" Zhao Xiurong sounded unbelievable and thought Ling Qingyu was kidding her. As a personal assistant, her rough knowledge of the presidt''s financial status couldn''t be died.


    Zhao Xiurong knew how much Ling Qingyu possessed in her hands, perhaps the exact amount, contrary to the owner herself. Most of thepany''s and her funding were allocated to Zhao Xiurong while she only checked the list regrly.


    Ling Qingyu chuckled back as a response and Zhao Xiurong understood, immediately felt delighted as thepany would soon be back on track.


    "Besides, I''ll be discharged from the hospital today. How long can the coup''de''gracest? But I wanna make use of this opportunity to buy back any avable shares ASAP. Clear?"


    "Yes, Presidt Ling."


    "Call me, Sister Ling or Sister Qingyu, wh no one from the workspace is a. I allow you that." Ling Qingyu finally pointed out the annoyance she felt.


    "Yes." Zhao Xiurong should now be with her colleague based on a simple answer.


    "Calcte the amount required to make up for at least 55% and SMS my phone. And I''ll also sd the extra so that you can buy out all avable shares. Hmm¡­Okay. I''ll hang up." Ling Qingyu put down the scre before her eyes and her finger scrolled through and tapped the app, provided by the system.


    Her phone vibrated in her hand as she read the messages arrived. She transferred the amount to the ount which only she and secretary Zhao were aware of through the previous app.


    Ling Qingyu gave 0 million yuan for Zhao Xiurong to spare other uses and ed her back through Wechat. ''Giv this amount buy as much shares as you can. I''ll wait for good news tmr.''


    She cracked her neck to relieve the tsion and smiled at her rxed state¡ªhaving a qualified assistant was indeed important. Being a shopkeeper kept her hands free although she understood, it wasn''t for long before her turn came.


    ''0 million received.'' Zhao Xiurong''s message confirmed back and a call came.


    "What," answered Ling Qingyu in a monotonous tone.


    "Presidt, what''s this amount?" Zhao Xiurong asked with trepidation.


    "Is the amount ough for my task?" Ling Qingyu asked back without answering the question.


    "Of course. I estimate, it''s more than ough but Presidt Ling¡­"


    "Alright, don''t worry about my money source. It''s just from some trading and stocks I did back in the past wh I was in university,bined with other businesses I vtured into."


    "Oh..Okay." Zhao Xiurong still had doubts.


    "Don''t ask again¡­I''ll give you a hefty reward after you finish my request. See youter." Ling Qingyu cut off the connection, to prevt baffled by her secretary''s unwanted inquiries.


    To be honest, Ling Qingyu suspected her system already calcted this to happ and gifted her the fund. It wasn''t too rming, since it showed the system took care of her.


    [Nope, the system never delves into your life unless it bes a life-threating scario. It''s a coincidce with your reward.]


    Ling Qingyu nodded siltly, without speaking anymore. Since Miss System had spok, it should be the case.


    Herpany was named ''Spirit Beauty & Clothing Co.Ltd''. Spirit as the same pronunciation as her surname Ling but a differt character.


    As the name suggested, her industry focused on the cosmetic products, mostly used by females but were also avable for males too, despite in a smaller proportion.


    These products, some of them were produced by thepany itself while most were received through cooperation with others. Her business served more as a distributor for several brands.


    Nheless, her real personal business relied on clothing''s'' sales. Since she hired several designers, domestic and abroad, the revue from this sector earned her a lot. And her brand was also tering among the top 5 in country C. The profit from clothing was iparable with cosmetic though, no matter how high the sales was.


    If there wer''t the existce of Miss System backing Ling Qingyu, she would have continued the original strategic path, nned before the idt. It was slow but safer approach to hancing her wealth.


    No matter what, this n would never allow her to reach the peak where her influce grew throughout the country and overseas ev though the ies were sufficit for her to spd for a lifetime.


    Since she possessed Miss System''s gold finger, several options were ced on the desk. A glimpse at the future foretold Ling Qingyu, the expansion of her business empire was the most suited.


    Ling Qingyu set a goal for herself, to expand her connections and industries. Relying on the AI gift Miss system had giv, she could overwhelm the software and application market.


    Automobile, food and pharmaceutical industry were on her agda. She wanted her consortium to grow to the point wh she could achieve her ideals¡ªa real goal.


    Perhaps in the future, she might also involve in the military and aerospace business.


    In addition, monthly rewards of the system might also surprise Ling Qingyu in the future, based on a previous award giv by the system for eliminating part of a gang.

 Chapter 40: Scared of her subordinates

    After she finished the conversation on the phone, Ling Qingyu swiveled her head toward Jiang Yu, whose ears were raised to the extreme. She chuckled at her behavior.


    "Why? What''s the matter?" She asked directly, stunning Jiang Yu, stiff on the chair. Ling Qingyu pressed her hand over Jiang Yu''s shoulder and patted lightly. "Is something bothering you?


    "Nope, not at all. I''m thinking about my future." Jiang Yu''s reply raised Ling Qingyu''s eyebrows. She understood her bodyguard''s concern.


    Ling Qingyu knew Jiang Yu was one of the closest frids of Su Ruomei, wh she invited Su Ruomei to thepany for the security tasks.


    Su Ruomei was a soldier, whose physical features showed she had trained severely. Based on Ling Qingyu''s knowledge, Su Ruomei had once asked her to buy facilities for the security guards, such as gym equipmt and boxing tools.


    If she wasn''t on duty during working hours, Ling Qingyu found her practicing and her strict discipline had received admiration from the old Ling Qingyu.


    Jiang Yu was recruited along with Su Ruomei''s suggestion not long after. The rest of the t security guards were females from the military at the invitation of Su Ruomei. Wh they were discharged from the army, they had difficulty trying to fit into the civilian sector and Ling Qingyu also thought she could help them out.


    Despite the weak physique brought out by their gder, their skills were undiable. Besides in the modern world, where numerous technologies were popping up, force equalizers such as stun guns didn''t need to differtiate betwe the gders.


    Moreover, having females as security guards fit more in herpany as more than % of the workers were female and only a very few portions were males. It couldn''t be helped as the industry was where most wom excelledpared to m.


    Now although Jiang Yu and Su Ruomei already knew about her well-being, the rest of the guards did not. She was a little worried about the military frids, who might leave due to this evt and get separated from each other.


    Ling Qingyu scowled at this redundant concern. She believed most military personnels were trained, highly disciplined, and motivated in addition to their unquestionable loyalty. Unless Ling Qingyu drove them away, these guards would never bother to think about leaving.


    Another problem was that Jiang Yu overheard her conversation where Ling Qingyu''s position was being threated by the others. If Ling Qingyu was no longer in control of thepany, Jiang Yu couldn''t bear to imagine the devastation, especially the healthy workspace vironmt.


    Too many thoughts sometimes indeed brought disadvantages to a person and Jiang Yu was the evidce. Ling Qingyuforted her, "Don''t think too much. Your job is to protect me now. Other stuff let me handle it. Okay?."


    Jiang Yu nodded and Ling Qingyu requested a wheelchair afterward. Seeing Jiang Yu leave the room, Ling Qingyu turned toward the sleeping Tang Ziyi.


    Her arm carelessly hung over the forehead and one leg stepped on the g, Tang Ziyi slept on the bch as if on afortable bed.


    Ling Qingyu had ck lines over her head. Was this really her protection? She didn''t dare to p Tang Ziyi at any ce. Who knew whether her instinctive reaction would damage Ling Qingyu''s health and possibly extd the time shey in the hospital bed?


    She stayed away at a distance and nudged Tang Ziyi''s waist with her finger, forgetting for a momt the ce was one of the most ssitive areas for a person.


    Tang Ziyi had her eyes snapped op and flung her arms, gripping the bch with one hand while one of her legs raised a little as if to strike at someone. Ling Qingyu gulped at the sce; although she also behaved aggressively if someone disturbed her warm sleep, the martial artist''s maniac reaction before her made her ashamed.


    Fortunately, Ling Qingyu backed away quickly a few steps as soon as she finished touching Tang Ziyi. Ev if Tang Ziyi stopped her movemt after seeing who the culprit was, Ling Qingyu rather believed in herself in prevtion.


    "Sister Ziyi, your reaction might win the world''s record for the fastest reaction." Ling Qingyu joked while the corners of her mouth twitched.


    Tang Ziyi rolled her sleepy eyes at Ling Qingyu and turned her body aside, giving the backview toward Ling Qingyu. If not for being weaked, Ling Qingyu really wanted to hammer the old girl.


    Forget it. She would forgive her act as Tang Ziyipleted her giv task with flying colors. Anyway, the threat had subsided; there was nothing to fret about here.


    However, today was the day she was supposed to discharge from the hospital and everyone needed to be prepared. She needed to wake her Sister Ziyi up.


    "C''mon. Wake up. The sun''s shining on your ass. What did you dost night that you still wanna sleep?" Now that she knew Tang Ziyi was awake, Ling Qingyu confidtly touched her intimately, shaking her body until Tang Ziyi helplessly rose up and stared at Ling Qingyu without emotion.


    This re was scary. Ling Qingyu quickly move away and said while she tered the toilet. "I''m nning to discharge today. Inform everyone that we''ll be leaving soon."


    Only after receiving Tang Ziyi''s response, Ling Qingyu epted the call of nature.


    After she exited the toilet, she saw Jiang Yu and Tang Ziyi waiting in the room, both of them ying with their phones.


    A wheelchair was ced in the corner and it seemed everything was prepared. Ling Qingyu asked, "Have you told the rest?"


    The question was mostly toward Tang Ziyi, who nodded back. Looking at Jiang Yu who was now rxed, in contrast to the unnecessarily contemting appearance, Ling Qingyu requested. "Sister Jiang, will you please tell someone on duty a for a discharge procedure? Thank you."


    Poor Jiang Yu was driv off to work as soon as she came back. Well, since Jiang Yu was only avable at the momt. What? Tang Ziyi. Ling Qingyu shook her head inwardly.


    Didn''t dare to ask anything from her at all. If not for a very important case, it was better to leave her alone.


    Ling Qingyu ev suspected her eyes captured the momt Tang Ziyi smirked at her. Hopefully, it was all her imagination.


    She didn''t want her boss''s aura to diminish, especially before her confidantes, which seemed unsessful by currt circumstances.

 Chapter 41: Discharge procedure

    Ling Qingyu searched a her room for her items. Except for her purse and phones, nothing esstial was inside this room.


    "What should I do?" Tang Ziyi asked out of the blue, with her grinning face. If Ling Qingyu had t times her currt courage, she would have thrown something to piss off and wipe away someone''s expression.


    It was damn annoying. She wasn''t sure if she was the only one feeling at the momt or if Tang Ziyi was unting on purpose. Well, she remember a certain wheelchair in the corner, and her mouth turned into a wicked curl.


    She gave off a sly smile at Tang Ziyi, who somehow had a bad feeling. "Sister Ziyi, you see I can''t walk a the hospital these days except inside this room, to prevt others from suspecting. Why don''t you help me push a in the hospital to have some fresh air?"


    Tang Ziyi narrowed her eyes and sighed at Ling Qingyu''s coquettish cunning characters. She simply nodded at Ling Qingyu. To be frank, Tang Ziyi was ready ev if Ling Qingyu asked for anything provided it fit her requiremts and ethics and the request wasn''t too overboard.


    Sheughed inwardly at Ling Qingyu''s cowardice and joyed seeing her avoid requesting from a woman like her and Xiao Yue. Perhaps she must remind Ling Qingyu again, they were there to help her and not be intimidated by their auras.


    The door flung op and a nurse tered. It was  other than Yin Jingfei followed by Jiang Yu from behind, bringing paperwork, specifically for a discharge procedure.


    She put them on the desk near Ling Qingyu and checked all over her. This had be a routine during these three days.


    "How''s the day going?" The nonsse conversation began.


    "Good. Too good. I feel like I regain all of my strgth. It''s as if the idt didn''t ev ur." Ling Qingyu didn''t feel bad because she knew how the medical staff worked. Soothing patits and made them feel like home was the number one task for any healthcare worker.


    "Well, the pressure and temperature are normal. Nothing strange, just like a normal healthy body." Yin Jingfei shuffled with several instrumts, measuring data, including heart rate.


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes at Yin Jingfei''s loud judgmt¡ªshe was way more than normal a long time ago.


    "Miss Ling, I heard from my sister yourpany is on fire. Why don''t you show yourself?" Yin Jingfei asked, still watching these measuremts per the task before the doctor came in so that the body''s report was avable.


    "Secrets. The art of war''s going a also in business matters." Ling Qingyu put a finger on her mouth and said. "It''s going to be fine anyway. The foundation is harder than one expects."


    Yin Jingfei didn''t say more; she didn''t understand business but from the confidce exuded by Ling Qingyu before her, she admitted nothing terrible was going to happ. In fact, her worry mostly came from her sister at Ling Qingyu''spany, who whined about the drastic situation, especially the future working vironmt if Ling Qingyu wer''t there.


    Yin Jingfei understood from her sister''s speech, under the leadership of Ling Qingyu, there was rarely a case of dirty deals betwe coworkers and the superiors'' harsh treatmt toward the subordinates.


    Now based on her sister''s conjecture, something simr to a coup was going on behind the sces among the leadership. It was for this reason, Yin Jingfei tried to probe out something from Ling Qingyu.


    These few days along with Ling Qingyu, the rtionship betwe them warmed up. Unlike what she presumed most for rich people, Ling Qingyu behaved in quite a contrast. Modest, humble yet reltless air.


    "You know, Miss Ling. Every colleague of mine is vious of my closess toward you, no matter how I exin them." Yin Jingfei said with a smile.


    "Oh! Why so?" Ling Qingyu asked knowingly. The closest people other than her confidants and subordinates as soon as she woke up were Nurse Yin Jingfei and Doctor Mo Yunxi. Of course, their beauty was the number one appealing factor for Ling Qingyu.


    "Since your donation spread across the tire hospital yesterday, everyone''s asking a favor from me to meet you. But I feel sad whever I understand, they''re here just for a connection instead of really wanting to befrid me from their hearts." Yin Jingfei was disappointed in her colleagues, except for a handful of them who never changed their treatmt toward her¡ªthey were in fact the true ones.


    "Hmm." Ling Qingyu uttered in agreemt and didn''t know what to say¡ªsuch was how society worked. But not everyone had the same mindset; there were few very precious personalities¡ªthat Ling Qingyu had 0 perct belief. "Why''re you calling me Miss Ling? You could''ve called Sister Ling or so?"


    "Please, Miss Ling. It''s probably better this way. I don''t want to change the status quo." Nurse Yin''s reply stopped Ling Qingyu from further deeping her rtionship now. However, Ling Qingyu knew Yin Jingfei definitely regarded her as a younger sister and she was already satisfied despite the formal addressing betwe the two.


    Ling Qingyu had so much time to get closer and she didn''t want to rush. Did she like Yin Jingfei? Sure, who else would reject an attractive nurse from tding to her?


    If Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue knew her inner mind, they would snicker mercilessly.


    Ling Qingyu saw Tang Ziyi and Jiang Yu discussing something fiercely with so many emotions involved. It appeared her confidantes were also plus one favorability.


    Soon another figure tered the room, it was Doctor Mo. Mo Yunxi and Yin Jingfei were regr visitors to her room. Dean Han allowed only these two to apany Ling Qingyu, raising her mood and approval higher.


    Ling Qingyu gave him a silt thumbs-up to allow herself to joy several beauties'' care. If not to avoid overwhelming the hospital, she would further increase her donation amount. The money was transferred yesterday morning to the hospital''s public ount and it shocked everyone in the hospital.


    She guessed Dean Han initially thought the transfer was going to be a gradual progress but never expected to be a huge lump of sums straightaway instead.


    "Hello Doctor Mo," Ling Qingyu really wanted to call out sister but felt disrespectful by the addressing this way. Although no one would say anything about her behavior, it was never good to bring the rtionship closer suddly.


    "Hello, Miss Ling. I heard you''re going to leave the hospital." Mo Yunxi said with a pout, causing Ling Qingyu to almost flew over to kiss her alluring lips. "Do you want to leave us so much?"


    "Of course not. If not my backyard is on fire, I would stay here for eternity." Ling Qingyu''s words prompted waves ofughter a. Everyoneprehded Ling Qingyu''s situation well. It was all spread over the inte with manyizs eating melons at the dispute over the throne.


    Since the hospital announced the donation, why didn''t anyone outside know Ling Qingyu was alive and well? Dean Han was the reason, who only described the bevolt donors, as a mysterious guest. No one other than Ling Qingyu had met ev realized she existed in this hospital although it won''t be long before the news would leak or someone guessed.

 Chapter 42: Shame

    "Well, congrattions on your recovery." Mo Yunxi said while she checked the stats and asked questions at Nurse Yin. Both rarely met each other in this big hospital. Although they knew each other existce, they wer''t close.


    Nheless, Ling Qingyu''s appearance somehow close the gap and the wom''s quick fridship betwe the two still caused Ling Qingyu to sigh in marvel. Wom were mythical beings.


    Ev if Ling Qingyu was adapting to a new body, her past instinct was still there. Luckily, it didn''t matter if it showed up because the previous owner behaved simrly.


    Now after Mo Yunxi checked everything over and signed her name on the discharge procedure paper. Ling Qingyu could now formally leave the hospital.


    "Thank you, Doctor Mo and Nurse Yin." Ling Qingyu politely stated.


    "You''re wee. Go back and be careful not to get emotionally upset by the troubles at your work. Tell yourself it''ll all be fine." Mo Yunxiforted her. Compared to Yin Jingfei, Mo Yunxi had more knowledge of the matters rted to Ling Qingyu''s affairs.


    Ling Qingyu controlled herself fromughing out. She was healthy as a new horse eager for galloping across the field. But she still replied. "Of course. Don''t worry, I know myself, Doctor Mo."


    "Alright, we''ll be leaving now. Our job is still not done." Ling Qingyu nodded and watched the two leave. Medical staffs were always the busiest and most respected professions. Saving lives was sacred no matter the task. Perhaps Mo Yunxi and Yin Jingfei thought they would never meet each other again afterward.


    Ling Qingyu believed otherwise. Particrly wh she was interested in them.


    [Although the system didn''t want to remind you, you''re still not out of sight of your emies. Be mindful!]


    Ling Qingyu almost forgot her system who wt quiet in the past few days, no idea what she was on.


    ''Alright, Miss System. I''m just setting up a goal myself.''


    "Wh will we leave?" Tang Ziyi asked.


    "After we had lunch here. For now, let''s have some breakfast."


    "I''ll go buy them." Tang Ziyi left the room. Ling Qingyu looked toward Jiang Yu who was getting nervous alone with the presidt.


    Ling Qingyu had ck lines over her forehead. What in the world? Although being alone in a room with a presidt was something to gossip about, she was female. She wasn''t going to eat her unlike a certain macho expressing ''Wom you piqued my interest.''


    She gave a side nce and rolled her eyes at her.


    "What''re you scared off? Did any rumors about me spread a?" Ling Qingyu only upheld such suspicion because it was possible for someone to portray her as an evil witch.


    "No. Nope apart from being strict and demanding." Jiang Yu''s reply raised Ling Qingyu''s eyebrows. Someone was indeed trying to demonize her.


    ''Strict and demanding'' as Jiang Yu said was highly likely to be an understatemt. Ling Qingyu asked, "Th, why are you teetering a? I''m not an evil capitalist."


    Jiang Yu chuckled unconsciously and rxed soon. This girl, Ling Qingyu thought, had confidce issues.


    Ling Qingyu never knew any of the female security guards personally apart from Su Ruomei who she delegated everything since she trusted her.


    She had never se Su Ruomei use her authority to her advantage and it was a highly sought-after trait.


    Not long after, Ling Qingyu conversed with Jiang Yu about everything, including her life. Wh asked about her military career, she hesitated to answer.


    Ling Qingyu waved her hands at her. "If you don''t like to say it, th don''t. I''m not an inquisitive person by nature. Everyone had their secrets inside, including me. Whatever happs, remember you''re one of us now."


    Ling Qingyu''s firm statemt soothed Jiang Yu''s mood, who was about to get emotional to the brink of tearing up, scaring Ling Qingyu to console her immediately. Hope no one saw this.


    Otherwise, her confidantes would assume she was bullying others. Unfortunately, life was always full of surprises.


    A batch of people tered the room while her hand raised as she tried tofort the crying Jiang Yu. Ling Qingyu was stunned, looking at the trance where Xiao Yue, Su Ruomei, and Tang Ziyi stood by.


    From the outside, it seemed Ling Qingyu was preparing to use her hand to hurt Jiang Yu; her tears should be the fault of their boss. Their face filled with disappointmt and rage as they stomped toward Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu gulped loud watching their momtum and was about to exin wh Xiao Yue sprinted over and pinned her hands over the head. Ling Qingyu was caught.


    "You. Only a few days and your behaviors return. Bullying others do you feel fun." Xiao Yue gabbled nonstop. "Do you like making wom cry?"


    Oh my gosh! Ling Qingyu eximed inwardly. "It''s all misunderstanding. Let me exin!" Ling Qingyu tried to argue.


    "No need. You''re caught red-handed. I should have not let my treatmt gullible toward you."


    Now her opportunity was cut off as she was being spun a on the back and th.


    Spank!


    A heat rose from her buttocks as Ling Qingyu wided her eyes, unbelievable. She was being pressed on the bed from behind by Xiao Yue, one hand strangling both of her hands from above and the other was the culprit of the sound.


    Although Ling Qingyu also liked to take part in those activities to punish wom sexily, she didn''t mean to be the test subject. Ling Qingyu struggled to no avail as her strgth, rewarded by Miss System to increase simr to an ordinary man, was iparable to Xiao Yue''s.


    Tang Ziyi watched with relish while Su Ruomei was astounded at the two who appeared to be very familiar with Presidt Ling. Ev this could be done?


    Jiang Yu was stunned by the sudd change in suring. Where am I? What happs? What''s wrong with the good well-treating sister-like presidt?


    So, she spoke, "That, Presidt Ling did nothing. It''s just me¡­"


    Her voice was soon interrupted by Su Ruomei who cherished Jiang Yu like a close sister. "Alright. Don''t defd her. We saw what happ. Anyway, it''s a family business."


    "No, in fact¡­" Jiang Yu stopped as she listed to the continuous flesh collisions. She heard Xiao Yue repeatedly admonishing.


    "Dare you to do next time. Dare you."


    Before Jiang Yu regained her consciousness and shout out to stop this mess, Su Ruomei prevted her. "I know you''re kind but there must be some boundaries here. Don''t worry ev if we''re jobless I can find another."


    Su Ruomei patted her chest,pletely oblivious to the torture behind.


    "No, it''s just Presidt Ling wasforting me¡­"


    "Comforting to the point you teared up? Very bad. I never expect my eyes to be this worst to choose her." Su Ruomei said with a frown.


    Jiang Yu almost wanted to cry. Why didn''t they just list to the d of her stce? Currtly, the situation couldn''t get worse. Her sister Su Ruomei prevted her from speaking out. Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi didn''t list.


    She somehow pitied Ling Qingyu for having such frids, who were too righteous. Luckily a voice interrupted the asion.


    "What in the world? Stop! Everyone! Presidt Ling? You okay?"

 Chapter 43: Better to be faceless

    On the hospital bed, Ling Qingyuy t, face pointed downward, covering her head underneath the pillow. If the burrow existed, she would prefer to dig her head in.


    She didn''t want to talk anymore; her majesty among her confidantes was surely gone. To make matters worse, her two female guards clearly saw everything; not to mtion, there was an additional secretary, Zhao Xiurong.


    Her arrival stopped this mess from worsing. Well, it also fueled Ling Qingyu''s shame to the peak.


    Shey like this disregarding the surings, just wanting to be alone for a while. Since Zhao Xiurong bolted in, the facade ded and Ling Qingyu was prov innoct.


    Zhao Xiurong looked at everyone, speechless after hearing Jiang Yu''s exnation.


    "I really try to say it out but everyone cut off my speech." Jiang Yuined as she patted her forehead in annoyance. Now this would be the most worrisome for her to find another job easier and morefortable than the prest one, meanwhile earning a lot.


    Ev though her sior Su Ruomei had pointed out no problem ev if they lost the job, it was based on the fact that Ling Qingyumitted bad deeds. Here, it was theplete opposite.


    Jiang Yu stared bitterly at Su Ruomei, who dodged her nce and ev raised her vision at the ceilings. Nervous, she walked a, her steps messy.


    Xiao Yue scratched the back of her head and smiled back whever gazesnded upon her. Tang Ziyi whistled as if she wasn''t the culprit.


    Atst, after some unknown amount of time, Su Ruomei found her courage to step forward and sit on the side of the bed, under the suspicious watchful eyes of Zhao Xiurong.


    Her finger pressured Ling Qingyu''s shoulder and tapped every now and th. Ling Qingyu hid herself, not due to anger as most people here thought.


    Indeed, she should be furious. How dare wom ride on her? But her rage was for nothing. Look at Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi. No, how about Su Ruomei. None of the wom, Ling Qingyu could match.


    It was useless to be angry. The me was never lit.


    She was merely ashamed to be ridd and spanked by a woman. A first-time experice without being able to resist at all. Her face burned to the blushing point.


    It seemed the pillow pped the fire more. Now that someone tapped her, she decided to respond. Anyway, she wasn''t the first to back down; someone requested. Yes, she nodded herself inwardly.


    "Okay. Stop. I''m fine." Ling Qingyu said in reply to Su Ruomei''s action. "It''s just I''m a bit shocked. That''s all."


    She brought aside the pillow and sat upright. Herck of outbursts seemed to puzzle the rest except for Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi who already knew her deep inside out.


    It stuck Su Ruomei from continuing her nned dialogue for a while. "Presidt Ling. You''re not angry, are you?"


    "What do you think?" Ling Qingyu asked back. It was now Su Ruomei''s turn to gulp and swallow her saliva.


    "Well¡­About our job¡­you see." Su Ruomei didn''t know what to say next.


    "You continue yours. I initially n to give you a bonus but now¡­" Ling Qingyu shook her head.


    "Ahh! Thank you, Presidt Ling." Su Ruomei was stunned and regained herposure. "Thank you. I don''t wanna go through jobless life again. Presidt Ling is merciful."


    Ling Qingyu snorted at her bootlicking but her remarks received sighs of relief from everyone.


    Zhao Xiurong didn''t want another of her colleague to lose this job because of some mishaps. Jiang Yu smiled at Ling Qingyu''s remarks. No one cared about the bonus as long as their jobs were saved.


    "In fact, Presidt Ling, I apologize for my rushed judgmt for misunderstanding you but I only intded to reason with you." Su Ruomei''s words lighted Jiang Yu and Zhao Xiurong.


    Based on the narrations, Su Ruomei only misunderstood the one responsible as another. The three swiveled their heads toward Xiao Yue whoughed awkwardly.


    "You stillugh," Zhao Xiurong chided. Ling Qingyu also nced at the culprit bitterly. Indeed, she was the one who really hurt her.


    Xiao Yue shrugged her shoulders, not bothering to apologize. Her behaviors hinted at how close the rtionships with Ling QIngyu were.


    If Ling Qingyu discovered their inner thoughts, she would loudly bellow her inne. Never were they that close¡ªonly days.


    Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi were right to have no fear of Ling Qingyu, in contrast to those who were more familiar with fierce Presidt Ling.


    There was nothing to threat them. However, Xiao Yue also conceded to save Ling Qingyu''s face. "I''m sorry, Sister Ling. You should''ve blurted out everything quickly."


    "Yes, Sister Qingyu, we lost trust in your inner self for a momt. After all, you know yourself." Tang Ziyi utter an agreemt. Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes at both of them and sulked.


    ''Wom, always with excuses.'' Ling Qingyu now understood these deep stces. There would always be reasons for their nonsse.


    Since everything was foregone, Ling Qingyu had nothing to save her face but changed the topic. Her reaction toward these two strong girls confirmed Zhao Xiurong''s group''s thoughts.


    Otherwise, who would dare to tease the vgeful Ling Qingyu without worrying about repercussions?


    "Alright,dies. I''ve already gone through the discharge procedure. We can leave anytime." Ling Qingyu said.


    "That''s good. Congrattions on your recovery." Zhao Xiurong smiled at her ''recovery'' followed by Jiang Yu and Su Ruomei.


    It was amazing to see Ling Qingyu''s physique in spite of the degree of an idt. Ling Qingyu''s next n relieved Zhao Xiurong''s stress from the heavy burd during these past few days.


    If she wasn''t aware Ling Qingyu stood behind her, she would''ve be torn from pressure. A coup, attacks from opposing businesses, and panics amongst the workers. None was easy to solve.


    A gurgling groan from Ling Qingyu''s stomach brought smiles a. Ling Qingyu cuddled her midriff instinctively.


    "I brought us breakfast," Tang Ziyi untied what she had bought a while ago.


    "Me too," Zhao Xiurong added.


    Her secretary never failed in caring for her ev under piles of work. Ling Qingyu admired this woman.


    "Hurry up, I''m starving. Come and feed your Presidt." Ling Qingyu''sical addressing prompted fun as the girls kidded a.


    The stiff atmosphere dissipated and no one mtioned Ling Qingyu''s dark history anymore as if everyone had selective amnesia.

 Chapter 44: Give Mo Yunxi a contact card

    Inside the hallway of a hospital.


    The corridor of the floor, Ling Qingyu stayed on was deserted, especially whpared with others. She could see Dean Han purposely arranged it.


    She was on the befiting side; who was she toin? Ling Qingyu gazed at the clean  wall and marble floor passing by her sides as she sat in the wheelchair and was pushed by her secretary.


    Room after room, with a few staff still grossed in their tasks. She only wanted two rooms and it appeared the whole floor was booked. She had told Dean Han not to be troublesome if the situation was bad outside.


    Perhaps today was one of the days very few patits came.


    After eating a sumptuous breakfast, a long time passed before Ling Qingyu could stop being addicted to resting after meals. She decided to stroll a and asked others to prepare to leave.


    As for wheelchairs, it was for outsiders to see. Secretary Zhao pushed her wherever she desired. Although her feet wanted to stride out, she managed to control the urge.


    While the two shuffled a the hospital, they also conversed about thepany''s affairs.


    "Presidt, is it possible our business opponts attacked you?" Zhao Xiurong asked out of nowhere.


    "Why do you say so? I prefer the answer unlikely." Ling Qingyu stated calmly.


    "The only motive to wipe you out is to remove your influce or swallow ourpany while the evt unfolded." Zhao Xiurong talked about her judgmt.


    "It''s not wrong to think this way. But the losses by doing so ar''t worth the gain if something goes wrong with their n. In business, you never execute such ns."


    "What if they''re gamblers?" Zhao Xiurong didn''t give up.


    "Don''t think too much. We''ll find out soon." The two stopped, waiting for the elevator to go down.


    Swish!


    The doors slid to the side and they tered. Afterward, Zhao Xiurong pressed the button and the machine descded.


    Ling Qingyu remembered a joke in her previous life, how a high-rank person forgot to press the elevator button. They were worried after retiremt they didn''t know how to use the elevator anymore.


    Now she understood their situations. Personal habits were indeed scary. Getting used to others helping always for tiny stuff must be avoided.


    As some vibrations rumbled inside the closed space, Zhao Xiurong asked her suspicions about the three wom. "And how about those girls? I don''t think I''m familiar with them."


    "Neither am I. For now, ask them to work as assistants for temporarily alongside you, Sister Zhao. Don''t ask, they''re also part of my n." Ling Qingyu shut the topics.


    Ding! The sliders moved away and Zhao Xiurong pushed Ling Qingyu out. The silt atmosphere was gone as several murmurs rang from all directions.


    Heavy quick footsteps clubbed the floor. The mixed smell of disinfectants and from various people tered Ling Qingyu''s nostrils. Sweats and grease. A frown appeared on her face.


    She looked at the other side, far away in the distance, capturing the momt Mo Yunxi walked into the dining hall of the hospital. A cante likely and saw her lining up for a meal.


    The area appeared to be reserved for medical staff only and Ling Qingyu signaled Zhao Xiurong to go to that area regardless.


    The distance was long until Ling Qingyu arrived to see Mo Yunxi already having a seat. To be honest, she could have left because she had already said goodbye during the discharge procedure.


    However, something in her heart was reluctant to leave simply and Ling Qingyu decided to gage once more.


    The two received nces from everyone a. Mo Yunxi was sitting with her colleagues, chatting gleefully.


    They noticed her immediately wh Ling Qingyu approached Mo Yunxi, who returned a surprised expression.


    "I thought you already leave, Miss Ling. Why? Is there anywhere ufortable?" Mo Yunxi inquired nervously. Her anxiousness wasn''t wrong¡ªthere were many stories where a patit seemed good on the outside after a severe trauma and suddly wt into shock.


    "No, no, no. I''m fine, Doctor Mo. Before I leave, my eyes catch you and I reckon to say a proper farewell." Ling Qingyu didn''t know what to say.


    "Oh! So, there''s a time wh you''re reluctant." Mo Yunxi joked.


    Ling Qingyu shrugged it off with a chuckle and turned toward the other. Slightly bowing her head with her hand over the chest, she said, "Hello, Doctors. Sorry to disturb your meals."


    Ev though she wasn''t familiar with any one of them, proper etiquette never hurt to avoid leaving them out of the conversation.


    "Not at all, Miss."


    "It''s alright."


    "We''re doing fine."


    "Are you a frid of Doctor Mo?"


    This question caused Ling Qingyu to nce at Mo Yunxi subtly and Mo Yunxi answered. "She''s my patit."


    "Oh! Doctor Mo only regards me as patit. My feeling''s injured." Ling Qingyu pretded to cover her chest, receiving a  eye from Mo Yunxi. "I thought we were like sisters."


    "Okay, Miss Ling. Have you eat anything? Why don''t you join us for lunch?" Mo Yunxi was merely polite. Ev if Ling Qingyu agreed, there was nothing wrong.


    The hospital''s biggest donor before her could go a the loopholes for those small details ev though the cante was barred from non-medical staff. Ling Qingyu became a god-like existce in the tire hospital.


    "No thank you, Doctor Mo. I just ate not long ago." Ling Qingyu turned her head to the side and looked up. Zhao Xiurong lowered her head to list Ling Qingyu''s whisper.


    Afterward, Zhao Xiurong took out like two business cards from her purse and hand them over to Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu gave the two cards to Mo Yunxi.


    "What''s these?" Mo Yunxi reached for them and read them carefully. "A business card of yours."


    "One for you and the other for Sister Yin. I forget about these during the discharge procedure. Since I couldn''t find Sister Yin, could you do me a favor, giving it to her." Ling Qingyu said to solve Mo Yunxi''s confusion.


    "Nurse Yin probably is off-duty today. It''s her holiday and she is most likely at home." Mo Yunxi replied. "Don''t worry, I''ll give it to her."


    "If you need any help or anything, just reach out for it, okay?" Ling Qingyu neared Mo Yunxi as she whispered these words. "I''ll always be there. The same for Sister Mo and Sister Yin."


    "You don''t need to do this to thank us. It''s our duty and obligation." Mo Yunxi shook her head.


    "Of course, I know. But consider it as my willfulness and this isn''t repaymt. It''s merely my reluctance to separate from you two. As frids." Ling Qingyu patted Mo Yunxi''s arm calmly and soon skid away.


    "Who''s this youngdy?"


    "Yeah, she seems closer to you than a patit."


    "¡­" Her coworkers'' curiosity flew all over the meal until Mo Yunxi relted.


    "She''s the number one gossip topic in our tire hospital." Mo Yunxi said while Ling Qingyu and Zhao Xiurong furthered themselves out of her vision.


    "..."


    "!!!"


    "Wait! Oh! Doesn''t it mean, it''s our huge mysterious donor?"


    "Gosh! I just met a richdy. Her demeanor wasn''t like those depicted in the movies."


    "Why do you think everything in the movies is correct."


    "Yep, thisdy is so wealthy, yet calm andposed unlike those bitches in the series we watched yesterday."


    Mo Yunxi continued her meal as she ignored the discussion from a wealthy Miss who just passed by to the sces in the dramast night. She muttered siltly. "Frids?"

 Chapter 45: Leaving the hospital

    Ling Qingyu didn''t know rumors about her had be spreading for days. She had no idea that Mo Yunxi''s colleague wouldpare her with a vile evil rich viiness from movies.


    Nor would she bother if she heard them by chance, because there would always be some topic people might talk a. A legd of a father with his son and a donkey traveling depicted the gossiping sides of humans.


    Wh Zhao Xiurong pushed Ling Qingyu to the vehicle in the parking lot, she was bbergasted. A red Bugatti, reflecting the sunlight. Its gorgeousness, the curves and the bumps. Every man''s wet dream, which didn''t include Ling Qingyu''s previous life though.


    But this didn''t prevt Ling Qingyu from admiration. The only annoying factor soiling the sce was a couple, where a girl made various seductive poses, touching the car''s skin while a man photographed everything.


    What made it more disturbing was this womany on the hood, sprawling all over. Ling Qingyu looked upward at Zhao Xiurong to see the expression of her secretary.


    Wh they arrived near the car, a man suddly eximed. "Hey, you''re interrupting our photograph session. Please leave."


    Zhao Xiurong took out the keys and pressed the button. The Bugatti beeped twice as its blinkers flickered, scaring the model out of her wits. The couple hugged together as they stopped short of their action, ashamed and speechless.


    "Now, it seems you''re the one, blocking our way." Zhao Xiurong spoke elegantly as she ced Ling Qingyu on the passger side and oped the door. Ling Qingyu sat on the seat while her secretary folded the wheelchair and put it on the back hood.


    Wh Zhao Xiurong sat in the driver''s seat and ignited the gine. The couple had already disappeared from their sight. Ling Qingyu teased: "Now I just saw a domineering side of Secretary Zhao."


    Zhao Xiurong blushed as she pushed Ling Qingyu''s shoulder softly like a soft pat. "But I''m not one-tth of yours."


    Ling Qingyu smiled and shut up, because it was the truth. She reached for her phone, dialed a number and put it on a speaker mode.


    A voice appeared: "Hello, where''re you now Sister Ling? Have you left the hospital yet?"


    It was Tang Ziyi answering her call.


    "Inside Sister Zhao''s red Bugatti. Where are you?"


    "Still in the parking lot, two cars waiting for you on the side of the road before the gate. A ck and a ."


    Zhao Xiurong began driving to that spot. As the Bugatti approached the sce, Ling Qingyu saw the vehicles, Tang Ziyi described.


    Afterward, the three vehicles exited the hospital and soon joined the traffic.


    A quietness sured the two inside Bugatti and buildings after buildings flew behind. Ev though they were inside a racing sports car, Zhao Xiurong followed traffic rules strictly.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu thought she was oveplicating some stuff. Ling Qingyu didn''t speak out of fear¡ªa typical female driver losing conctration on her wheel. She didn''t want to be on that ride leading to a terrible incidt. Not to mtion, she recovered from an idt not long ago.


    After a while, Ling Qingyu confirmed Zhao Xiurong was a good driver; she rxed, nudging her back on the seat behind and closed her eyes.


    "Where''re we going?" Ling Qingyu broke the ice first.


    "Your home, Presidt Ling." Zhao Xiurong answered.


    "Speaking of my house, how are they?" Zhao Xiurong understood Ling Qingyu''s question. The ''they'' referred to Ling Qingyu''s mother and her housekeeper.


    "They''re doing fine. Except for the time wh your idt was revealed on the news, they called me and asked about the situation." Zhao Xiurong replied. "I told them, you were doing fine and don''t list to any other news because you''re implemting some ns."


    Zhao Xiurong''s style of informing her mother brought a smile upon Ling Qingyu. It was indeed a better method.


    "Do you have any idea what happed during that night wh I wt unconscious?" Ling Qingyu was curious, how she was rescued from a possible fireball.


    "That Presidt Ling, if you hav''t asked, I would''ve told you soon." Zhao Xiurong described the incidts which relied on the reports made by the two m inside the police station. "I''ve thanked them in ce of you and told them anything they need, I can provide help."


    "Thank you, Sister Zhao and remember Sister Ling or Qingyu, not Presidt wh we''re alone." Ling Qingyu shook her fingers at the driver. Afterward, she sighed at the two m''s courage.


    Although the real Ling Qingyu had already died and they failed to save her, this body survived so that her soul could ter without problems; it meant these m were no differt from her saviors in another sse.


    "I''ll meet these twoter. After all, formality should be asplete as possible from my side, both as a person and as the presidt of ''Spirit Beauty & Clothing.''" Ling Qingyu said to herself and also to Zhao Xiurong, who didn''t reply, implying her agreemt.


    "Let''s talk about our work," Ling Qingyu directed the topic in another direction. "I presume you''ve handled all the situation. Three dayster, I''lle back, since the situation returns to calm and I want some rest. But don''t fret as I''ll remain in touch with you. I''ll be troubling you again for a few days."


    "No trouble, Sister Ling. It''s what I''m supposed to." Zhao Xiurong spoke without losing her conctration.


    "Hmm, th make a shareholder meeting the day after I sit on the office chair. That''s four dayster." Ling Qingyu added. "And in the meantime try to obtain as much share as you could buyback. It''s better to have 70 perct in my hand."

 Chapter 46: [Bonus chapter]Back home

    Zhao Xiurong nearly lost her grip on the steering wheel wh she heard Ling Qingyu''s words. That amount of money calcted should be too much for Presidt Ling, she knew deeply.


    That realization had overturned since the day, Ling Qingyu gave her a huge sum from an unknown source. It was at that momt, Zhao Xiurong understood Ling Qingyu hid too deeply, ev from her secretary.


    What caused her mouth to twitch uncontrobly was that Ling Qingyu took advantage of her own idt. Wh others controlled the rumors from worsing and prevted the downfall from happing, Ling Qingyu just did the opposite.


    Now that she asked Zhao Xiurong to buy off 70 perct, it appeared she wanted to y it further. The only doubt remaining on Zhao Xiurong''s mind was¡ªwere they ying too big by also damaging oneself.


    The move was like gaining 00 by hurting 800. Although Ling Qingyu would strgth and consolidate her power over thepany, wouldn''t the worth drop and hurt the financial situation?


    As a secretary, ev if she knew it, she wouldn''t question the order. Perhaps there were some factors, she couldn''t fathom or make use of, which was indeed the case.


    Ling Qingyu''s best confidce originated from her ormous possession, giv by the system.  trillionpared to herpany''s pitiful worth of 30 billion yuan.


    By her own worth, she was already the richest person in the country, despite every yuan that might be spt on infrastructure for the future n.


    While her secretary was still in shock, she added another blockbuster. "And, Sister Zhao, help me find another residce to live in¡ªpossibly arge vi or mansion. Money isn''t a problem. Of course, I''m not going to ask for free."


    "Oh, Sister Ling''s gerosity, I''ll never question." Zhao Xiurong joked but choked afterward.


    "Oh! It''s  perct of my share if you achieve my goal''s requiremt." Ling Qingyu said. "Steady! I don''t wanna be in another idt because my driver coughs. It''s true; don''t give me a look of disbelief."


    "Cough, Presidt Ling, you willingly give me  perct without hesitation?" Zhao Xiurong said after she patted her chest.


    "Well,''on. After what I''ve be through, I think you deserve this, Sister Zhao. Don''t reject it and there''s an additional use." Ling Qingyu replied with a smile, looking outside through the ss while the Bugatti roared.


    "I knew it. I know our Presidt Ling Qingyu never does anything without profiting her." Zhao Xiurong''s reason fluttered Ling Qingyu''s eyelids to twitch non-stop.


    Was that how her subordinates a saw her as? Ling Qingyu red at Zhao Xiurong after herical remarks.


    "Nonsse. I''m a rule-abiding person, never exploit my employees. How did I be evil in your eyes?" Ling Qingyu gave a  eye and continued. "It''s nothing but to work as my secretary for life, Sister Zhao. No contract, just a single promise."


    The interior wt quiet for a while until Zhao Xiurong broke the silce. "Are you serious?"


    "What do you think?" Ling Qingyu asked back.


    Zhao Xiurong didn''t speak and Ling Qingyu didn''t press hard. Her ambition needed a trustworthy confidante and the one beside her was one of them.


    This was also a test for her decision and to reward her secretary too. Let Zhao Xiurong have a time frame to contemte; that was her n. If Ling Qingyu pressured for an answer, the result might be just counter-productive.


    Giv the silce, Ling Qingyu yed with her phone and remembered something. She called Su Ruomei, whose phone was naturally answered by Jiang Yu, because she was the driver of a  sedan following the Bugatti.


    "Tell Sister Su to go back to thepany and arrange the amodation for them. You, girls, don''t need to keep on following." After hearing agreemt from the other side, Ling Qingyu hung up, satisfied.


    "What''s up with these three girls?" Zhao Xiurong asked suddly from the side. "I can understand your two frids and two colleagues from ourpany, but the three girls¡­"


    Zhao Xiurong shook her head at the final part, expressing her doubts. So, Ling Qingyu regurgitated the horrible evt the girl wt through, leaving out what Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue did.


    It wasn''t a trust issue or rted to confidtiality. Something might be better not known.


    Zhao Xiurong naturally noticed some loopholes in the stories but she didn''t inquire more. She expressed pity and condolces for the suffering of the girls and supported Ling Qingyu''s n.


    In fact, wh she initially heard the culprits were rted to officialdom, she hesitated. After realizing how firm Ling Qingyu was in her pursuit, all that remained was to stand by her side.


    She believed these obstacles were a mere piece of cake for Ling Qingyu, except for posing as a nuisance.


    Afterward, the two wt quiet, each in their own world. Ling Qingyu watched in the side mirror as the  sedan following the Bugatti from thest spot left the convoy at the intersection, driving toward herpany building.


    Only two vehicles continued their journey, a red and a ck.


    Condominium, Residtial Area. Ling Qingyu''s home.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu''s house was a luxurious apartmt with a whole floor inside the condo. After passing through the security gates by showing her idtity, the two cars parked at a designated spot for allocated rooms.


    Ling Qingyu was in contradiction of whether to reveal herself by waiting for a wheelchair or stand up and do things personally. Zhao Xiurong wt out to pick up the wheelchair from her trunk and ced it on the passger side before pulling up the door op.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were also with them; Ling Qingyu nned for them to settle in her apartmt for a while. Anyway, there was ample avable space.


    Ling Qingyu exited the vehicle while pretding to be a bit weak. She decided to joy a further ride along the way.


    On the other hand, Zhao Xiurong was in deep contemtion mode as she pushed her boss toward the elevator followed by Tang Ziyi''s group a couple of steps away. About Ling Qingyu''s previous question still yed in her mind like an addicted musical theme, unable to get out of her head.


    Ev though Ling Qingyu only required a nod from her and not a strict rule-biding contract, Zhao Xiurong thought more. As someone who worked with a code, a word was important and she took everything meticulously and personally.


    She understood her boss had a grand scheme for the future and she would be a part of it as long as she said a word. But the dilemma was betwe freedom and bondage.


    As a secretary, her annual sry was humongous, especially under the gerous offer of Ling Qingyu during their first counter, for which she was deeply grateful. She could buy a Bugatti and a luxurious residce; she also invested in some stocks, including herpany.


    Just from a mere dividd per month was hard for her to spd. Althoughpared with other riches, she was nothing. Her life was nothing but satisfactory.

 Chapter 47: Meeting her family for the first time

    Underg parking area.


    Now her choice hovered betwe a new advturous deavor or a peaceful rich life. Only a fraction of a thought, she chose the former. In life, one must do something achievable to leave his or her milestones.


    "Sister Ling, I''ve made my choice. I''ll take your  perct." Zhao Xiurong spoke with a sse of humor. It wasn''t her greed that made a choice but a rational contemtion.


    "¡­Great!" Ling Qingyu paused for a momt before she realized what her secretary was talking about. "I know you don''t really care about the money but it''s heartwarming to see you decide to apany me on a new journey."


    Ling Qingyu thought Zhao Xiurong''s decision would only be revealed a weekter but her final decision stunned her for a second. It showed how much impact she had on her secretary to reply so soon.


    As an adult, particrly expericed -cor worker who excelled in her high-rank position, it was impossible this was a spontaneous decision.


    Ling Qingyu nted her head and gazed upward at Zhao Xiurong, whose sight was also looking at her from above. Ling Qingyu smiled. "Wee aboard, my ship."


    Frankly, she didn''t need  perct of her shares if she wanted to test. But who could ascertain, her talted secretary wouldn''t run away in the future, despite her obvious truthful character?


    The best method was to tice her with lucrative material awards so that the possibility of running away dropped to zero. Now since they were on the same boat, Zhao Xiurong would always stay with her.


    Zhao Xiurong was also eager for what was next, because of Ling Qingyu''s words. A major evt might be looming soon and the future would tell, she had never imagined such lgths.


    Every time she thought back in time to her decision at this momt¡ªshemted her intuition. Apanying a powerhouse''s journey and walking side by side with Ling Qingyu, Zhao Xiurong was happy, no matter how gruesome and dangerous the paths were. She had no regrets.


    That was only in the future. Currtly, Zhao Xiurong pressed the elevator button and waited. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were also behind. Soon a notification dinged and the sliders oped.


    After everyone tered, Ling Qingyu took out a card, an idtity card for being a residt inside the condominium and pressed it on the scanner.


    30th Floor. Out of 50 floors. Not too high or low.


    The elevator automatically selected the floor Ling Qingyu resided in. Wh they reached the designated floor, everyone wt out, silt, eyes didn''t ev blink at the sight of a beautiful apartmt through the ss wall.


    Only two words¡ªtoo luxurious. Ev if Ling Qingyu had a memory image, she couldn''t help but gape a lot.


    Zhao Xiurong hade many times and  of them ceased to astound her. Wh she noticed Ling Qingyu having the same reaction, she shook her head amused.


    "Sister Ling, why are you surprised? You''ve be here a million of times in the past few years." Zhao Xiurong teased and had a little suspicion.


    "Well, I''m just rethinking my struggles from nothing luxurious to this level," Ling Qingyu gave an excuse.


    The old she bought this apartmt after her earning increased to a million yuan per month. No one ever learned how she struggled but only looked at her achievemts.


    They hadn''t tered the apartmt yet and stood before the trance. The transpart ss reced the wall and didn''t be weaker because all the ss was reinforced, ev against bullets.


    The elevator location was at the corner of an apartmt and the nearest room through the ss they saw was a gym area, with numerous types of equipmt. Next to it was a huge indoor swimming pool.


    Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue inwardly. How expsive, especially indoors? The water system, the electricity. Tsk¡­Tsk.


    She could ev nce at the living room for guests inside, closest to the trance. Zhao Xiurong pressed the bell button, but no sound ranged in their ears, listing from the outside.


    The room''s soundproofing effect was excellt.


    Ling Qingyu saw a foreign woman looking in her mid-thirties with red hair hustled toward the trance. Her face beamed with joy, after seeing Ling Qingyu''s body healthy and sound, except for a slight frown wh she noticed Ling Qingyu was in a wheelchair.


    Click.


    The door oped inward except there wasn''t anyone but Ling Qingyu''s group tered without any astonishmt, because they knew it was remotely controlled. Everyone took off their shoes, sandals, and heels, and aligned them carefully on the cab.


    Naked  feet danced a the floor and Ling Qingyu savored every momt until Tang Ziyi pressured her shoulder muscle a little, prompting her to behave.


    After a while, the group stepped into another area where the door was oped personally by a European woman before.


    "Je suis contt de voir que tu vas bi," the woman greeted Ling Qingyu warmly in Frch. "Bivue!"


    Ling Qingyu was stunned before she unconsciously replied in perfect Frch, grasping the woman''s hand. Despite the old age, she remained beautiful, tuating her mature charms betwe her gestures.


    She smiled and turned her face toward others. Back in Chinese. "Thank you for your help, everyone, especially Miss Zhao."


    "It is my duty and Sister Ling is my closest frid." Zhao Xiurong replied while Tang Ziyi also said something in greeting. Xiao Yue, in contrast, was awestruck.


    One second the woman''s mouth spoke something gibberish and another second she spoke something she understood like a native speaker. The woman chuckled at her cute behavior, causing Xiao Yue to feel embarrassed.


    "You are not the first to have the same reaction." The woman teased her.


    "Aunt, you already know Zhao Xiurong. The other two are my overseas frids¡ªTang Ziyi and Xiao Yue." Ling Qingyu spoke in Chinese this time. "They have no ce to stay at the momt and I call them here."


    Ling Qingyu knew her from her memory. She was the maid apanying her mother since she was young. Ev though their blood wasn''t rted, Ling Qingyu also regarded her as an additional mother, despite respectfully calling her ''Aunt''.


    Since childhood, most of the time was tak care of by her. She was a respected elder in Ling Qingyu''s heart.


    Her name was Dise Bertrand. A Frch woman, aged 47, .7 meters tall, appeared younger. She had red hair and delicate skin. A healthy body and physique, an hourss figure.


    After introducing themselves, Dise was d to meet another person speaking her mothernguage as she grabbed hold of Tang Ziyi''s palm and drew her further away from the crowd. Both chattered nonstop while Xiao Yue asked Dise if she could watch TV in the living room.


    Ling Qingyu said in a soft tone. "Thank you, Sister Zhao. I hope you don''t feel troubled."


    "Of course, not."


    "Before you go, I have another favor to ask. Hehe¡­"


    "Another?" Zhao Xiurong rolled her eyes.


    "It''s to search for another ce to live, safe and luxurious¡ªa manor, alongside vis included on thend, possibly located near the water or seaside. The money amount isn''t the problem. Actually, it''s better if you can find it soon. Tomorrow the best."


    Zhao Xiurong rubbed her eyebrows, tired just from Ling Qingyu''s request. "It''s really going to be expsive and what''s with the time frame?"


    "No problem. Money is meant just to be spt. The sooner we move the better we''re prepared against our hidd opponts." She relished at the sight of her aunt and two confidantes wonderfully gaged in themselves.

 Chapter 48: Ling Qingyus family

    Zhao Xiurong paused wh she heard Ling Qingyu say this. How could she forget someone threat to kill Ling Qingyu?


    Perhaps her boss had a deeper meaning to finding a manor and the responsibility she undertook was to be quick.


    "I''ll sort out the details and sd you three most suitable optionster." Zhao Xiurong said, rubbing her chin. "If that''s the case I better get going."


    Ling Qingyu nodded at hermt, putting her head on her palm, on the handrail as support. "Don''t forget to finish my quest, within - days. Otherwise, your  perct will be gone."


    "You''re such a stingy boss, Sister Ling," Zhao Xiurongined coquettishly and turned her atttion toward Dise. "Aunt Dise, I''ve some works to td to. I''m sorry I had to leave first without spding time to talk to you."


    "Huh! Oh! It''s nothing. In fact, I''m very grateful there''s someone to help our Yu''er. It''s me who should apologize." Dise responded as soon as she heard Zhao Xiurong call her. "Come to our hometer wh you''re free.


    Say hello to your mother for me."


    "I will. I guess she''ll definitely be happy to see you remember her." Zhao Xiurong replied with a smile.


    "Sister Ling, Sister Ziyi and Sister Yue, I''ll be leaving th." Ling Qingyu nodded in response while the other two smiled and waved their hands.


    Zhao Xiurong tered the elevator and wt away. Ling Qingyu saw Dise still in conversation with Tang Ziyi. Listing to their words, Tang Ziyi was mostly informing about her situation.


    Of course, she neglected some devastating news on purpose in order to avoid worrying Dise.


    While the two were deep in chat, Ling Qingyu rose from the wheelchair as there wasn''t any need to pretd, nor any girl here would care for her.


    She walked toward Xiao Yue and watched what was on the television. Nothing more than a usual daily family drama. What mistress? What adultery?


    Ling Qingyu sighed at people''s likes and rubbed her eyes, exhausted from thinking about it.


    The living room''s floor was piled withrge carpets, soft, gtle, and warm to her feet. Near the position of chairs and sofas where guests were likely to stay, underneathy more decorated ones.


    "How''s Mom?" Ling Qingyu asked before moving on to the next room.


    "Hey," Dise sighed in frustration. "She''s still in her own world. Sometimes painting, sometimes just watching drama."


    Ling Qingyu nodded and proceeded to the next room. Although Dise didn''t describe, she understood everything. Initially, Ling Qingyu was excited to meet her mother in this world.


    After recalling her memory in detail, she groaned out in dissatisfaction. Life made it hard. Her mother suffered psychological trauma since Ling Qingyu''s childhood and closed her inner worldpletely.


    She really expected her parts'' care and nurture since she grew up as an orphan in previous life but her anticipation to at least taste how her mother treated her wt away wh she realized it was impossible for her.


    The room straightaway after the living room was a dining hall, clean and tidy. Numerous kitch utsils organized in groups. There was a small basin for washing hands on the side.


    To the right was the doorway leading toward swimming pools and a gym. On the opposite side was the kitch connected with the dining room and there was a ss wall where she could observe the outside scery at a height.


    The perimeter was all in ss, nothing could be se from outside¡ªit was a one-way ss.


    Straight ahead, she walked further and the space inside was no longer possible to see from outside through the ss.


    Moving further inward, Ling Qingyu tered a big hallway where the individual rooms to sleep were separated, along with her office room and a library where she would work at home.


    Extra bedrooms existed in her apartmt, should there be a guest to stay over. Usually, Secretary Zhao also slept here wh she worked overtime with Ling Qingyu during the difficult times of the past years.


    Since every room had a side view of the outside world, no one ever felt congested inside. Besides, the ceiling was nearing the height of two and a half human beings, an ample amount of space.


    Ling Qingyu gtly tered her mother''s private room and saw a woman painting, sometimes cheerfully dancing on the chair and sometimes kicking her feet in space in exasperation.


    Slowly pacing forward and controlling her footsteps, Ling Qingyu walked in, looking a. She heard her mother burst out giggling, something she would never understand.


    Ling Qingyu studied her mother''s closet on the side covered in ss. There were several photos of her from a very young time together with a young woman, her mother.


    From the baby''s photo to the mid-schooler. Little Ling Qingyu''s happy momts with her mother. Her mother''s face appeared cheerful, beautiful and exhibiting warmth all a. Little Ling Qingyu looked shy and scoffed at the idea of being photographed, folding her arms in the image.


    She thought the activities were redundant. Come to think about it now, Ling Qingyu might ev wish to go back to experice once again. Achieving awards to ying a, trips¡­etc.


    There were also photo collections inside a big album; Ling Qingyu didn''t need to guess what was inside. She traced her finger gtly against the ss. Each photo portrayed two characters and showed the obvious. There was no fatherly figure.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes darked at the thought of her cheap dad. Her breath quicked as she removed her hand from the ss. Her right hand tighted into a fist as she brought it in front of her nose, rubbing her thumb against the rest of the fingers.


    She exhaled loudly and her hands drooped to the side. Her head gazed upward, gulping a huge air in the process. Helpless, what could she do except cursing under her breath.


    Frustrated was she but her business empire was nowhere near her father''s family group heritage. Everything she inherited from the previous Ling Qingyu indeed affected her.


    Ling Qingyu snorted as her mouth curled. Maybe her strgth had already surpassed her father as she had always wished for but she was no longer there.


    Sheughed siltly in dismay as tears gradually dripped down her cheeks. Ling Qingyu wiped the droplets with the back of her hand and sniffled. Body''s reaction, Ling Qingyu epted the thought.


    "Ahh! Our Yu''er is back!" Her mother exmation captured her atttion as Ling Qingyu turned her look. "Come my child. How''s your school? Is there anything that''s still boring to you?"


    Ling Qingyu smiled and walked toward her mother. She lowered the posture so that her mother''s eyes could gaze at her from above.


    "Yes, Mom. The books and lessons teachers give out are boring. I feel like I''ll be stupid if I stay with them." Ling Qingyu muttered in a cute frustrating tone.


    "Of course, my dear daughter. In front of our little gius, these are boring but Mom wants you to experice childhood at school. Wh our little Yu''er grows up, Mom will take you a the world¡­"


    Ling Qingyu spoke with her mother but her eyes redded and threated to cry, causing her to lower her head each time and rubbed off the tears.


    At the doorway, looking at their interaction, Dise covered her mouth and turned away from the sce.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue didn''t speak but continued to watch where Ling Qingyu actedpletely like a spoiled princess.

 Chapter 49: Denise wasnt simple

    Dise patted the two audices and gestured out. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue understood, and hugged each other tightly, trying not to make a noise.


    In fact, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were puzzled at Ling Qingyu''s behavior. Was she too deep in the act? They knew for certain, this meeting was the first time for Ling Qingyu.


    Unlike Dise, who thought, Ling Qingyu was as usual. Although their questions were in conflict, they didn''t bother to delve further.


    Ling Qingyu''s behavior was indeed guine from their perspectives and it seemed there existed a mystery rted to the souls which wasn''t exinable so much so that a new one was affected by the old after recemt.


    "Well, I guess Ling Qingyu never told her frids. So, let me tell you a tale." After creating a certain distance away to avoid disturbing Ling Qingyu, Dise turned a and narrated the evt.


    Detailing her growth from childhood as a result of a sudd change in vironmt. Her struggles and her vows. Dise shook her head wh she reached thisyer of the story.


    On the other hand, the eyes of Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue showed admiration for the youngdy who thrived for her goals no matter the obstacles. Comparing her to another person''s excellce, they snorted inwardly.


    They felt their idol was desecrated but th remembered the mysterious existce choosing Ling Qingyu for some reason, dissipating their dissatisfaction.


    Ling Qingyu finally coaxed her mother to sleep with great difficulties. She had no idea, someone had be snitching on her back as her full conctration was only on her mother.


    Her mother''s name was Amorette Roux; she was a Caucasian, from Country F in Alyssia contint or Contint A. A Frch woman, whose backg Ling Qingyu had no knowledge of.


    Except for the paternal lineage, Ling Qingyu wasn''t aware or knew any bloodlines from her maternal side. Why was there no one to help her during the predicamt? Was she always alone? But that possibility wt null whever she realized her mother had an additional maid.


    Ev though she had investigated her mother''s surname, the road met a dead d as there were too many such surnames in Country F. Her power was still too small to investigate further.


    Standing up from the bed, she covered her mother with a nket and set a suitable temperature on the air conditioner. Despite her being the first time apart from her memory with her mother, Ling Qingyu ssed a deep connection.


    Perhaps it was the wonder from the closess of the same blood. She was adorable in her sleeping posture and Ling Qingyu certainly inherited beautiful features from her.


    Her face, her nose, her lips, her eyes, and everything else. She appeared very young ev if her age was 44. If they wt out together, no one would believe they were mother and daughter but more like sisters.


    The only differces they had were the hair color and the degree of plumpness. She had very long blond hair. Her plump stature exceeded Ling Qingyu''s without destroying the attractivess while Ling Qingyu leaned a little toward petitess. And her height was a bit short of Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu bt over and softlybed her mother''s head with her finger. She moved away and began studying her mother''s paintings.


    She had no idea what her mother drew but she was proud of her anyway. Ling Qingyu''s artistic sse was nowhere, not ev scoring  out of .


    She smiled wh she recalled her mother chiding her helplessly at her talt in arts.


    Not before, not ev now.


    The best thing she could portray was a hairy stick figurine. Ling Qingyu chuckled and continued, roaming a the room.


    Scrutinizing each of her mother''s possession¡ªartworks such as paintings and y pots¡ªLing Qingyu gasped at the sheer wealth each work represted.


    For example, those decorated vases and teapots cost a lot of money. Ling Qingyu found them miraculous and magnifict.


    As she looked into more, Ling Qingyu remembered her mother''s financial wealth before separating from her father.


    Although the three, mother and daughter, and Dise, wer''t wealthy, they had no shortages. But they couldn''t spdvishly in the past. And the three refused to ept any form of financial support from the paternal side.


    Her mother suffered a mtal illness after that separation, hurt from love; ev the psychologist shook her head regarding the treatmt for recovery.


    Unless she herself desired toe back; there was nothing anyone could do. That was the expert''s words.


    Exiting her mother''s room, Ling Qingyu strode toward hers. Everything here was in order, clean of dirt, and organized. Dise regrly took care of the room in her absce.


    Anyway, most of these chores were handled by her. Ev though Dise always said she was a maid, Ling Qingyu found a hard time believing.


    Because without her help, Ling Qingyu would never able to be prosperous in the fashion business. Her connection was her immse help. The designers in herpany were recruited due to hers.


    Ling Qingyu refused to believe a mere maid would have a strongwork in fashion and design areas.


    But that didn''t matter right now because despite Dise''s finished cleaning, she didn''t touch the materials she thought were deemed very crucial. There was an organized mess on her table where she usually worked.


    Lying on the desk were data, tables, graphs, and charts all printed out on the paper. No unrted person wouldprehd her work. Ling Qingyu reviewed them one-by-one as she sorted out the mess.


    She ev drew out some points she must pay atttion to with markers on the board, next to her desk. Time passed very fast.


    Two hourster, shepleted everything and understood herpany thoroughly, not just merely through her memories. It appeared except for her sudd idt, she was satisfied with the direction it wt on.


    She was so immersed in her work that she never looked at the clock, a behavior mostzy people would always adhere to. A knock disrupted her and Ling Qingyu discovered Dise waiting for her with a smile.


    "Young Lady, you should also pay atttion to your rest. Your injury has rectly recovered," Dise scolded her gtly and Ling Qingyu scratched the back of her neck.


    "I didn''t know time flies so fast."


    "Let''s have lunch. You''re so thin now after returning from the hospital; you must put more into your stomach. You must''ve suffered." Dise''s words caused Ling Qingyu to roll her eyes. Where was she thin? She expected the contrast. She ev felt, she''d gained weight.


    "But there are still¡­" Ling Qingyu''s speech was interrupted by Dise''s snort.


    "What do you say?" Dise''s voice was gtle and she had a smiling expression. But if one thought so, they would deeply be mistak.


    Ling Qingyu gulped and muttered. "Nothing, I''m finished. What''s for lunch today?"


    "Hmph¡­just as I thought." Dise twisted her waist and walked away, followed by a dumb Ling Qingyu out of the room.

 Chapter 50: Delicious lunch

    In the dining hall, Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue sat on their seats, waiting for the dishes brought by Dise from the kitch to arrive. Ling Qingyu and others had volunteered to do so themselves but were advised against it after Dise''s insistce.


    Dise preferred to do something by herself for now. She said she felt happy serving the dishes and Ling Qingyu couldn''t say more.


    What caused Ling Qingyu to be bbergasted was that the two strong Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were behaving like elegantdies from a prestigious aristocratic family. Her scalp tingled from disbelief at their transformation.


    She was puzzled how Dise had subdued these two wom. Perhaps it was the wisdom and experice that Dise possessed. Or maybe it was the guine respect they had for her.


    The time was way past lunch and it was  o''clock in the afternoon. Ling Qingyu looked toward the kitch which was connected to the dining hall.


    Outside through the ss, the sky was clear as the sunlight reflected from the buildings andndmarks constricted Ling Qingyu''s eyes. Ev within the dining hall, she could sse the heat of the day.


    Ling Qingyu th nced at Dise who was busy in the kitch, scooping meals and rice onto the tes. Her gtless and care shrouded the emanating backg.


    The aroma permeated across the air and Ling Qingyu''s sses were instantly captivated. The tantalizing sct filled the room, causing her stomach to growl in anticipation.


    Caught in the spell of the fragrant aroma, Ling Qingyu couldn''t help but take a deep breath, savoring every nuance of the delicious sct. She felt her mouth water as it veloped her.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue reacted simrly, as their eyes shone with greed, expecting the food to arrive on the table soon.


    Dise brought over the dishes and ced them on the table. Humming melodious sybles, she wt back and forth.


    With everything set before them, Dise took her seat and signaled the others it was time to indulge in the feast. If one didn''t realize the real owner of this ce and financial provider of this family was Ling Qingyu, everyone would assume Dise was the master of the tire family.


    Ling Qingyu gulped her saliva as she saw the dishes close. An ticing Beef Stroganoff, with its rich greyish-brown cream as a main dish. Gold Frch fries, perfectly crisp and slder as a side one. A refreshing vegetable sd, its vibrant color mixed with a scrumptious sauce for a healthy diet.


    "I can only make these in a limited amount of time. I didn''t know wh you''lle back. I wish I could do more, especially your favorite meal." Dise obviously wanted to tertain with more varieties of cuisines.


    Ling Qingyu grasped her hand gtly. "That''ll do, Aunt Dise. We''re starving now. Nothing outside isparable to yours. And I guess, my frids think the same."


    "Yes, Aunt Dise, I''m sure this is gonna be the most delicious meal, I''ll ever have." Xiao Yue affirmed Ling Qingyu''s word.


    "Just from the tder and moist ure along with ming alluring aroma, I''ll rate this one, a 5 stars." Tang Ziyi yfully twitched her five fingers as aplimt.


    Ling Qingyu, in spite of her memory, was filled with a sse of conttmt relishing the craft from a culinary master for the first time. Her head dug into the sumptuous meal, only raising at times wh she took in more pieces.


    Dise felt fulfilled, seeing her dishes joyed by the three girls without interruption. Except for some slight collision betwe the utsil and the te, the dining hall was silt.


    Half an hourter, everyone who ate rubbed their bulging stomach and groaned out in satisfaction. Wh Dise understood, everyone was done, her hand reached to clean up the table but Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi stopped her.


    This time they were firm. Dise could only give up and remained seated while Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue did the aftermath.


    "Don''t worry about them, Aunt Dise. They will feel bad if they didn''t do anything." Ling Qingyuforted Dise.


    "But they''re the guest," Dise replied.


    "Well, frankly, they''re not. They''ll be staying with us for a very long time." Ling Qingyu didn''t know what reason to give for her two confidantes.


    "Oh! Has something bad happed to them?" Dise whispered.


    "Of course not. In short, they''ll be with us and you can feel at ease, Aunt Dise." Ling Qingyu brushed away the topics. She couldn''t mtion their backg without worrying about her aunt and the reasons for their stay.


    Ling Qingyu rose up and walked back to her room. "In the meantime, I''ve some work toplete¡­ You''re sure, you and Mom had already eat?"


    "Yes, dear. Now focus on your work but take some short breaks too." Dise chimed in with her advice.


    "Yeah¡­" Her tongue still reluctant to separate from the delicious traps. Ling Qingyu found out in dismay, neither in her previous life nor this one, she had a talt for cooking.


    The best she could produce was a fried egg. Luckily, she had Dise in this life, who would support her with ample dishes to joy.


    ...


    Inside the private room, where Ling Qingyu used to work wh she stayed at home.


    Ling Qingyu''s finger strummed on the keyboards while her eyes remained steadfast on her desktop monitor toplete the unfinished task.


    With sufficit ergy from her lunch, she worked nonstop but was soon disrupted by a vibration on the table.


    Ling Qingyu discovered it was her phone and she reached for it.


    The scre disyed the caller was her Secretary Zhao and she connected the call.


    "Hello, Sister Zhao, calling so soon." Ling Qingyu stood up from her chair and paced toward the ss wall, gazing at the scery outside.


    "Sister Ling. Have you finished your lunch?"


    "I just ate not long ago. You should have eat, right?"


    "Yes. I was about to remind you to eat on time." Now Zhao Xiurong was ev preparing to nag her.


    "Well, I know my style''s unhealthy but sometimes you forget about it wh in full-mode. I''ll pay atttion to my behavior, I promise." Ling Qingyu chuckled.


    "Good to hear. I just hope it doesn''t disappear after a week."


    "Haha¡­I presume you didn''t call me for just a meal."


    "You know me from inside-out, Presidt Ling." Her change of address made Ling Qingyu realize the topic was rted to work.


    "I''m a bit hesitant in spding a lot to buy a mere share. I want to lower the price by spreading some rumors about you. Is that okay?" Zhao Xiurong seemed hesitant.


    "You can as long as it can help you buy more. I''m sure my returning try will once again raise the whole situation. So, don''t worry. Just proceed on what you feel best."


    "Alright, Presidt Ling." Ling Qingyu heard a sigh of relief from other side.


    "Anything else?"


    "Oh yes, I almost forgot. It''s about the manor you asked me to search for. I''ve called someone I know and told him the requiremts. He st me three options, matching yours. I reckon, you might need to talk with him more ."


    Ling Qingyu was surprised at her secretary''s working pace. A few hours ago, she told her and now she already had the results.


    "You work fast, Sister Zhao." Ling Qingyu returned back to her chair.


    "It''s all for the  perct." Her remarks caused Ling Qingyu tough. "I''ve st you the details in your email. I''ve some works left to do."


    "Okay, Sister Zhao. Go ahead, I''ll take it from here and ask your real estate frid to give me a call."


    "Orders received. Bye, bye."


    "Thank you Sister Zhao for your effort. Bye." Ling Qingyu hung up the phone and searched for her mailbox on the scre.

 Chapter 51: Ling Qingyus manor choice

    Inside the opult office room of Ling Qingyu''s luxurious apartmt.


    Ling Qingyu fixed her gaze upon the high-definition scre while her fingers deftly navigated the browser and essed her email ount. A new inbox message from her secretary beckoned her atttion.


    With a click, a cascade of links and contact information of a manager, whom Zhao Xiurong had asked her to discuss, spilled onto the scre before her.


    She would contact himter as she fancied seeing what her secretary had chos for her. There were three options.


    Ling Qingyu''s mouse glided over the first link. The photos from differt angles popped up, along with the specification details. The manor was newly built yet felt antique at the same time.


    She liked this sse of taste where the architecturebined styles from the contemporary era with the modern ones. These beautiful Chinese attics, with severalyers on the roof, looked stunning. The buildings exuded historic charm connected with each other, along with a vast pond, where the residts could joy tea and the scery.


    The floor was adorned with natural stone tiles, exhibiting a rustic and earthy charm. The maximum floor each building had was two except for the tallest three storeys in the cter.


    Ling Qingyu really liked this artistic ancit Chinese allure, connected to the natural realms, especially the blossoming cherry trees. The manor was sized a 3000 square meters, which also included the parking area and vi for the sole purpose of tertaining guests.


    The manor was huge indeed for a small proportion of people, but Ling Qingyu wanted more. It cost 600 million yuan, which seemed reasonable in Ling Qingyu''s opinion.


    She searched for the second, where the style was in contrast with the prior choice, but it fitted her requiremts. A European minimalistic aesthetic yet the grand building stood tall by several columns¡ªa pce style of ancit Greek.


    Tworge pools avable for swimming, both indoor and outdoor. Its exquisite grandeur disyed the status of the owner. The flooring was designed with polished marble, its smooth surface reflecting the light and adding a touch of luxury to the surings.


    The mansion had five floors but the bottommostyer served as an underg, but it wasn''t really under the g but sured by an ample space of walls like a burrow underneath the cliff. The manor also possessed buildings for parking spaces and two helipads.


    The manor was built near the river stream and contained ,000 square meters. If she bought this one, Ling Qingyu already owned some parts of this river stream, as private property.


    To be honest, if there wasn''t a third one, Ling Qingyu might already select the second option. Its price was raised to 800 million yuan, which, in fact, was not unreasonable but one had to remember the province Ling Qingyu was in was the poorest and still in developmt.


    Although the future likelihood of real estate in Province N looked promising, it was still sured by uncertainties.


    The final one didn''t match what she desired, a helipad and a water nearby. The only fitting was itsnd area surprised Ling Qingyu¡ª 5,000 square meters. The cost was also unreasonably raised at 900 million yuans. Except for therger area, Ling Qingyu fancied nothing here.


    She made a choice, the second one but she favored the first one too in terms of joymt and it appeared these two were not far away. Whether she could expand the area and buy the vis a had to be decided after speaking with the manager.


    Who made her so rich now? Ling Qingyu shrugged at hervish spding.


    The reason why she pursued arge area ofnd could be attributed to the second and third gifts, the system had awarded her. The sophisticated AI and technology from the high-level civilization prompted her to search for the area where humongous space underg was possible in order to hide her secrets.


    The system had promised her, it would automatically build an underg chamber and she could tweak it a little to her liking. She almost kissed the system wh she knew about it.


    Ling Qingyu picked up her phone and dialed the manager''s number in speaker mode.


    "Hello, this is Manager Yuan. Who am I speaking to?" A mature male voice came out of the speaker.


    "Hello, I''m referred by Sister Zhao to discuss more with you, rted to the three manors that your agcy is responsible for." Ling Qingyu introduced herself in a subtle way.


    "Ahh! So, it''s Miss Ling¡­or Presidt Ling, how should I call you?" A surprise exmation followed.


    "I prefer Miss Ling. I''m satisfied with your prestations. One of them grasps my eyes. A second one¡ªGreek style or a grand pce-like yet still modern themes."


    "Miss Ling, only the grandiose fit your demanding vision. I see what you''ve chos." Manager Yuan ttered.


    "Hmm, but I also want another ancit Chinese architecture, ev though it didn''t fit in my requiremts. I can see the two are in differt locations and I desire to buy such style too if the same type is avable near the manor, I''ve chos"


    "Miss Ling, I understand what you want. In fact, it is possible to build a simr structure on your massivend, because I''m sorry to disappoint you, it does not exist near the option you chose. If you crave to experice an immortal-like ancit dynasty aura, our agcy can design and construct one for our customer."


    "A pity th. I thought I can feel it soon. Anyway, do we need to add anything if I''m to move in straight away?" Ling Qingyu asked her point.


    "Not at all. The interior design includes all these necessities. This also means kitch appliances are already there."


    "I''ve decided to buy it. Before that, let me see the interiors by myself. Do you have time this eving?" Ling Qingyu nced at the clock on the scre and it was already 4 pm.


    "¡­" Manage Yuan appeared to be stunned by Ling Qingyu''s words before regainingposure. "Of course, Miss Ling. I''ll be at your service. We''ll meet at¡­"


    The meeting spot was confirmed and Ling Qingyu hung up the call. She wt out and saw Tang Ziyi lying on the sofas, watching television shows.


    Ling Qingyu checked herself several times from a vague reflection of the ss wall. Her outfit didn''t require a change, and neither did Tang Ziyi.


    "Sister Ziyi, help me drive. I''m buying a new ce and I need eyes before I do it.." Ling Qingyu said. Tang Ziyi was surprised but followed suit afterward. She rose up and took her car keys. Xiao Yue also wanted to follow but Ling Qingyu stopped her.


    "Help me take care of my home." Xiao Yue nodded in agreemt and watched the two leave the apartmt. Dise and her mother seemed to be taking a nap, and Ling Qingyu didn''t like leaving them unprotected.


    Someone had to be at home. Wh the two reached the ride, Ling Qingyu whistled at Tang Ziyi''s choice of car. Stunning and majestic. There was no girlish theme here. She tried to ter the copilot but was forced to sit in the backseat by Tang Ziyi.


    Her words: She was her PSD, personal security details and she should act like a protectee.


    Ling Qingyu finally sat in the backseat, pouting her lips, annoyed at Tang Ziyi. Soon the ck Cadic raced off to another destination.

 Chapter 52: Onsite look

    Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi arrived at the meeting spot, which was the location of a luxurious cafe, a couple of blocks away from Manager Yuan''s real estate agcy.


    The two wt out of the Cadic after finding a parking spot; Ling Qingyu was still mad she couldn''t shotgun the ck beast.


    Ev though Tang Ziyi was mostly correct in her opinion to put on the safest spot, the pleasure waspletely differt. She ignored Ling Qingyu''s reaction as if it didn''t matter in the first ce.


    Right, what else could she say to her confidante, especially the one granted by the system? It was lucky that she wasn''t shoved in but willingly adjourned to her advice. Or she was afraid of it.


    Wh they exited the vehicles, eyes loomed a them and Ling Qingyu felt pressured while Tang Ziyi behaved the opposite. The two appeared stunning on the street despite being in their normal attires, not showcasing their alluring characteristics.


    Out of these nces, she didn''t mind a normal peek or admiration; what troubled her heart was the leers of some m. Their leer shot like a beam and burned her skin. Ling Qingyu exhaled to calm down and tell herself, it was going to be this way in the future and she must adapt to it.


    Although she hated those m, whose eyes undressed herself and caressed her skin, it was their liberty and there was nothing she could possibly do.


    Of course, she could punish them through various methods or violtly by asking Tang Ziyi; however, by th it became her overstep that turned her into a culprit, she and the public would abhor in the future.


    Somehow she understood why there existed some wom who disliked m. It was their vulnerability in nature wh m disyed simr predatory behavior. If they had a portion of Tang Ziyi''s confidce or safety guarantee,  of this would''ve happed.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t re back angrily¡ªthis would instead fuel their actions. Instead, she nonchntly addressed these eyes as nothing and wt on her own way. There was no fear, no disturbance in her expression, just a simple calm reaction, telling them a message she knew they were looking but her chilling cold aura also dissuaded many from approaching.


    Well, indeed, there were too many and she would exhaust herself if she dove for one by one. So, it was better to treat them as zoo animals while she conctrated on her goals.


    Ling Qingyu tered the cafe and was soon greeted by a waitress. She told her she was here to meet someone and gave a room''s name; afterward, the waitress guided Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi inside one of the private rooms and allowed them to finally meet Manager Yuan.


    He was in a ck suit, mid-thirties, wearing a pair of thick-frame sses. Not too handsome, a simple working man, who seeded in his job. He had confidce in his gesture but that was before he found Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu detected his nervousness from miles away and she didn''t condemn him, because anyone who realized or understood Ling Qingyu deeply had a natural fear of herself.


    Her previous Ling Qingyu acted very strong and the air a her suffocated many who wer''t familiar with her. Not to mtion her deeds in the business world, where she was merciless toward her emies.


    The currt Ling Qingyu was milder but her momtum remained steadfast, like a sharp sword sheathed but would sh at anyone who dared cross her in one cut.


    The two sides sit and began to discuss. Manage Yuan meticulously exined what Ling Qingyu desired to know more. The waitresses served some snacks and drinks while they continued their conversation.


    Both sides were satisfied. Ling Qingyu was already on set to buy this manor but she disliked wasting money, ev if she possessed huge sums. And confirming with her own eyes in person was the final step here.


    They drove to the manor and the sight was exactly as the images in her email depicted; there wasn''t any extra effort on the photos in promotion.


    Grand, majestic, and well-thought architecture. There was ev an extra carving simr to a guine pce.


    Manager Yuan also disyed the interiors and everything was ready. The onlycking factor was the residts to move in. Still, plty of ample space to bring other stuff in and Ling Qingyu could redesign the cemt of furniture too.


    Ling Qingyu''s head swiveled at every location of the manor, savoring the sights and marveling at its exquisitess.


    She twirled her hair and nced at Tang Ziyi for her opinion, not that it mattered since she had decided but it was brilliant if someone affirmed her decision too.


    Tang Ziyi rolled her eyes and said nothing; her eyes beamed and looked at everything reluctantly. The corner of her mouth curled up whever Ling Qingyu''s emotion showed satisfaction.


    Ling Qingyu ssed her excitemt and smiled. "Manager Yuan, we''ll buy it now. It''s an excellt masterpiece andvishing mansion to reside in. I''ll make a paymt. My heart beats fast in expectation to  settle in here soon."


    "Miss Ling, I''m surprised by your reaction since I thought it will take a long while before your decisione." Manager Yuan replied. "We''ll settle it at the agcy for the paymt; for now, is there any question that might clear the confusion cloud? I''ll be at your service."


    Ling Qingyu scoffed at the jubnt salesman''s behavior inwardly without changing her expression. Who else would dislike a hugemission like from today''s transaction?


    "Arge area requires someone to attd to. Does your agcy provide service to address this issue?" Ling Qingyu assumed thisrge spacing needed at least two doz of servants.


    "Of course, Miss Ling. Our agcy has these services avable. In fact, we serve as agts to introduce well-trained servants for housing like yours. We''ve got the best maids avable too on our lists." Manager Yuan boasted parts of the agcy''s service.


    "Moreover, Sh family holds the top stakes within ourpany. They and we care deeply about our reputation standard. I can assure you our offer will satisfy your demands."


    "Good. That brings a positive point from your side." Ling Qingyu nodded. She knew, in Province N, there were two wealthy, powerful, and influtial families.


    Ev the gangs had to stay away from their area of influce. They were Sh family, which focused on the real estate and tertainmt area, and Xia family, which thrived more in shopping malls, cinemas andrge sales cter.


    "I''ve noticed there''re still empty vis a this property. Please give me a rough estimate together if everything your agcy is responsible for is sold."


    "Well, I can''t be sure if I say straightaway. Let me check on my phone first." Manager Yuan was puzzled by Ling Qingyu''s inquiry but still helped her find the solution. This was the job to satisfy the customer.


    After a while, Manager Yuan looked up from his phone to answer his calction results. "Including these two multistorey vis, the sales should be a 300 million yuans, based on the altogether sum of 5,000 square meters."


    "But the market price for real estate average ,000 yuan per square meter, which mean the reasonable price should be 50 million yuan. Why did your calction double?" Ling Qingyu narrowed her eyes. If the agcy were tantly abusing some rules, Ling Qingyu would quit ev if she really fancied the manor, her feet were on.

 Chapter 53: Reaction from other parties

    Under the dark night, themunities remained busy. Streemps and headlights lit the tire urban area. Honks red as the drivers became impatit, stuck in the traffic jam.


    Everyone was exhausted from their work and the additional stress of living through the congested traffic almost frzied their heighted minds.


    Amongst several vehicles, a ck Cadic crawled on the way to exit the urban area. Piles of cars stretched across several miles, escaping from the city cter.


    Inside the Cadic, Tang Ziyi ced her elbow on the side window and leaned her head over her palm while the other hand boringlynded over the wrist on the steering wheels. Her mouth blew the air upward and hard, throwing a small part of the hair away from her vision.


    Through the windshield, all she saw was numerous headlights. She could only look back from the rear-view mirror toin about Ling Qingyu''s fault.


    Ling Qingyu closed her eyes on the backseat. She would never admit, it was hers, to begin with. Anyone living a the vicinity knew the time the traffic jam urred and Ling Qingyu forget to adjust her timeline.


    She believed it was Tang Ziyi''s unfamiliarity with the road, leading to this disaster. It wasn''t her time-wasting behavior wh she was dealing with her real estate.


    Ling Qingyu thought back to the deal and the huge transaction made betwe the two parties. She still remembered Manager Yuan''s unbelievable nce wh she mtioned buying all the estate, including the pce he had previously listed.


    Both sides quickly returned to the agcy headquarters in the city to finish the paymt. Her desired choice of manors was 800 million yuan,bined with the suring vis nearby costing additional 500 million yuan. The totalnd area she owned now was 5,000 square meters and she paid . billion yuans.


    One would ask why she bought so many buildings andrge areas ofnd without any use. In fact, there were many uses, as long as she created a cash flow, wealth was merely a flick of a finger.


    However, that wasn''t her actual n; she had never decided to ter the real estate market yet. Her backg was too small topete with the big Sh family. Perhaps, until she grew strong, she wouldy low.


    The real goal was to have a secret realm where she controlled the territory and kept the public eyes out. What''s more, she was very rich now and dreamed to have herself a pce-style home, joying the treatmt of an emperor. (despite only a fewpanions)


    Because the amount was huge, Manager Yuan had to call the headquarter for inquiry. The two sides signed the contract and were satisfied.


    For Ling Qingyu, ev though the money she must pay was more expsive than expected, she didn''t mind. The other side felt happy, their housings were sold quickly while Manager Yuan smiled at the hugemission he would receive in the sry.


    Despite the unusually costly price in Province N, after Ling Qingyu heard their reasons, she didn''t argue against it. Her private property already included buildings and roadworks in the area. And real estate never lost in investmt.


    Ling Qingyu nearly drifted into sleep, as she smiled at the thoughts that soon her two remaining gifts would be unveiled but Tang Ziyi coughed out loud. She oped her eyes and saw her Sister Ziyi smirking from the mirror.


    It was going to be a long day as the car moved on and Tang Ziyi''s naughtiness prevted her from sleeping.


    Helpless, Ling Qingyu decided to converse about Tang Ziyi''s past life. It was only 4 hourster she arrived home.


    ....


    Somewhere inside a luxury mansion, a man in a ck suit came out of the backseat after a servant held the door for him. He quickly strode toward a room, passing along maids and servants bowing their heads before him.


    He knocked at the door before an old voice permitted in to ter.


    "Come in."


    The man closed the door gtly and greeted. "Father."


    "Hmm, your emotions have already exposed you. What happ?"


    "The residtial area we invested to build near the river, everything there is sold just today." The man stood and spoke near the old man, who was reading a newspaper.


    The old man put the paper away and leaned forward. "Have a seat, son. Is that the area away from the bustling city and might develop in the next 0 years?"


    "Yes, Father." The man nodded after taking a seat.


    "Who bought it?"


    "A new star, Ling Qingyu in Province N. C.E.O of the Spirit Beauty & Clothing. I didn''t meet with her; it was my subordinates who reported."


    "It seems we underestimate our neer." The old man''s eyes flickered. "At such a young age she possesses this amount of wealth. A talt indeed. This girl might have other vtures which ar''t made public because it''s nearly impossible for her to draw out over  billion cash in a short period of time, relying on her Spirit Company."


    "Not to mtion the currt downfall in stock price and chaos within herpany." The man added.


    "Strange, I almost forgot she had an idt. She didn''t try to solve her backyard. Instead, she pretds it doesn''t ev exist. The old folks who are conspiring against her seem to have no chance. She hid too deeply. Work closely with her and establish a fridly connection.


    She would never stop in Province N with her talts." The old man sipped the warm tea on his desk and muttered.


    "I n to actually meet her today but the time was toote and tight. Wh the deal was done, she had already returned." The man said with regret.


    "Oh, you''ll meet her again and the deal isn''t over yet." The man knew what the old man was talking about. "Besides, if you can make her my daughter-inw, I''ll be very happy."


    The young man chuckled and didn''t express his opinion. How hard was it for that to ur? The famous cold strong woman in Province N; who hadn''t tried but failed miserably.


    "Our Sh family might have some possible deals in the future with her. Wh you chat with her, try to uncover any of her actions. We might cooperate in the future." The old man''s advice was what the young master of the Sh family had in mind.


    After a while, the old man spoke again. "Don''t forget to congratte her health recovery after the idt. This is also an opportunity for an counter. Don''t mess up."


    The man nodded in agreemt. Ev though the currt Sh family was stronger than Ling Qingyu in terms of everything, it was a family effort. Ling Qingyu''s individual path to rise, they had se her aspects, as well as her future. It wouldn''t be long before she stood toe-to-toe with them.


    Making frids with individuals like her was highly supported rather than having her as an emy.

 Chapter 54: Reaction from other parties (2)

    Capital city of Country N, Province B. At the high-rise building.


    Inside one of the rooms, a man, wearing a  shirt, folded the clothes up the elbow and ced a palm on the ss. He watched the outside night sce through the ss window, his reflection on the ss oveid with the scery.


    He closed the light on purpose to get a better view as his thought wt away in a distant.


    Several knocks brought him back. "Come in"


    The door oped from behind, pouring beams of light along into the room for a momt and closed again. Footsteps echoed and the man didn''t bother to turn a.


    "Presidt, I''m afraid we''ve got bad news." Another man who seemed like a secretary reported.


    "Is it rted to our business deals? Who''s it?" The presidt swiveled his head back. His strong eyes shone ev under darkness.


    "Neither, Sir. It''s not rted to the business. It''s personal. A week ago you ordered a hit on the Ling Much''s daughter." The secretary gulped and stuttered his words wh he mtioned the assassination.


    "Did it fail? It''s alright, as long as they couldn''t trace us back." The air a the cold man suddly became heavy as he spoke. "I''ve expected someone to protect her."


    "No, Presidt. In fact, the mission was a sess, but we got the wrong target." The secretary exined.


    The man was stunned and walked toward his exquisite wood office desk. He hoisted himself up onto the hard surface and rapped his knuckles against the polished wood. "What do you mean?"


    The secretary paused, recollecting his words as he was also in disbelief at the evt, and scratched his temple, a sign of his perplexity. "It''s literally, sir. Instead of Ling Yunxiang, Ling Qingyu was hit."


    The man''s brows furrowed in confusion. "Wait a minute. Let me rify something. How many daughters does Ling Much have?"


    "After conducting a thorough investigation, we''ve discovered Ling Much has two. Prior to our inquiry, many in our upper-ss circle believed there''s only one daughter and we now know it isn''t the case."


    "Hold on. You meant the assassin makes a mistake, wh I order a hit?" The man let out a sigh but his expression didn''t seem to panick.


    "It''s a tiny chance and this happs unfortunately. The one we asked for presumed Ling Qingyu wh we stated carefully, the target is Ling Much''s daughter."


    "So, now what? Why is it bad?"


    "The good news is, except Ling Qingyu, nobody knew the idt was likely an assassination attempt. But it will be a matter of time beforew forcemt authorities dive deeper into the case."


    The secretary added. "However, the corrupt nature of thew forcemt system works in our favor, they won''t pose a threat to us. The bad news is within a day or two after the idt all personnels who closely participated or helped in the assassination are now dead or transferred to the hospital on the same day. Our assassin''s now slipping into the dark and leaving Province N.


    Ev the underworld group he worked with is on the copsing bridge."


    "Interesting," the man showed a smile despite the bad news. "Although there is no evidce, it seems more like a retaliation."


    "Indeed, Sir. I also research Ling Qingyu. You can see it on the paper. And she seems to be tracking down the culprits for her idt." The secretary handed over Ling Qingyu''s information. The man was impressed with the data. Only impressed but he didn''t think much of Ling Qingyu''spany merely 30 billion yuan worth.


    After all, he ran a 300 billion yuan worthpany and a variety of sectors. Ling Qingyu''s business didn''t threat his work. This Ling Qingyu mustn''t be simple to strike her foes quickly without hesitation.


    He praised this woman''s ruthlessness but he had no fear. Their path was an idt and it would stay this way.


    "Since we''ve severed every connection, there''s nothing to fret about here." The man threw the papers on the desk and turned his body to look outward.


    "Do you still want to order another strike on Ling Yunxiang?"


    "No need. This idt might''ve already rmed the old hag Ling. Forget about it and continue watching what Ling Yunxiang does."


    "How about Ling Qingyu? Should I put an eyeliner because it''s better safe and sorry to monitor her movemt?"


    The man shook her head. "Her reaction tells me many. Leave her alone. Don''t ev think about it. We might connect the severed ropes again by doing what you say."


    "I''m sorry, Presidt. I didn''t think further; it was my overreach." The secretary bowed his waist and apologized.


    The man merely waved his hands and said nothing.


    ¡­


    Province N. City C Police Station, office room for superintdt.


    Yang Qingyue massaged her brows in frustration. She received a strange email from an unknown source. The contt inside troubled her and the message also threated her if she took no action, the consequces were dire.


    She had already asked the cyber security expert to track the sder and it was no use. Her eyes wt toward the high-ranking officers through her office windows and made a decision.


    Her intuition already told her who was the most likely sder based on the coincidces. Twice she could ept but this was already thrice. But if there wasn''t any proof what could she do.


    ''Ling Qingyu. Let me find out who you really are.'' Yang Qingyue muttered inwardly. She dialed a number.


    "Hello, it''s me¡­Hmm¡­I might need your advice here¡­Yes¡­The upper echelon here sucks more than I expected¡­Exactly."


    ¡­


    Same province, at the bar.


    The pulsating neon lights lived up the atmosphere and the bar was filled with mumbles and chatters. Customers ordered drinks and swayed gtly to the music.


    The bartders skillfully mixed drinks, their movemts fluid and practiced. sses clinked and the aroma of various liquors wafted in the air. Waves ofughter erupted sporadically


    On the floor above, in one of the private rooms, only belonging to the proprietress, a man and a woman tangled with one another, savoring each other sses. Flesh smacked together.


    The symphony of cries and moans appealed to the man''s redding eyes. The two danced for their longing flight and the rhythm reached a climax.


    The woman stiffed oblivious to the man''s groan and the two copsed on the bed, breathing in deep desired air, lost in the previous chantmt.


    The woman was stunningly pretty and leaned her head over the man''s chest, wrapping a her legs over him. The man smiled at her action.


    The woman was the owner of this bar and not many people knew her other idtity. One of the four gang heads in Province N. And the bar was operated by her gang members.


    "Lin Fan, you''re still a beast and I like it." She showed no shyness to their carnal activities and exuded confidce. That was the feature which captivated Lin Fan. "Now, tell me what''re you thinking?"


    "Well, it''s about my fiancee." Lin Fan put both his interlocked fingers behind the head and looked down at the woman, who rose up wh she heard his words, th frowned.


    "Who? Which woman is lucky to have a chance to marry you?" The woman said in a bitter tone. The man immediately hugged her over and the two squeezed together.


    "You''re my woman and there''s no need to worry about others." Lin Fan dered domineeringly and the woman''s eyes lit up. "Once mine, you''re always mine."


    The woman snorted and twirled her fingers a his nipple. Her heart felt happy at his words. "Whose yours? I''m a woman of my own¡­What''s her name?"


    "Ling Qingyu." The woman stopped in confusion and raised her upper body, gazing at the man to see if he was joking.


    "Presidt Ling Qingyu? The highly talted woman?" The woman spoke with jealousy and admiration wh she mtioned the name. Lin Fan nodded in reply.


    "Wh did you two meet?" The woman asked as she rode on the man.


    "Never. The marriage is arranged by our grandfather and since I decided to retire back to my homnd, why don''t I have a wife here too?" Lin Fan exined while his eyes were amused at the woman''s action.


    "Do you think she''ll ept the arrangemt?"


    "I''m afraid not but we''ll have to meet too and the arrangemt meant respect for the elders. So I don''t think she''ll refuse outwardly." Lin Fan''s eyes drifted away.


    "This woman is strong and indepdt. I don''t think you can handle her. Not to mtion your promiscuous behavior." The woman taunted Lin Fan''s dream.


    "As long as I man-handle her well, if I say west, she''ll never go east. Every beauty is meant to be conquered and the harder it is, the more desire I have for the whole game." Lin Fan said arrogantly, causing the woman''s eyes to roll. She rustled backward so that her head was right above his manhood.


    She gazed upward and asked. "What about me, the unmarried leftover woman?"


    "You''re not leftover. If you say this stce, many wom will surely be outraged. And I''ll never¡­hiss." Lin Fan panted and looked downward, feeling a tinge of pain. Her teeth over his skin, warning of the impding danger if he didn''t satisfy the woman. "How could I ever leave you? Ev if Ling Qingyu requested me to stay away from other wom, I would never."


    Lin Fan had a quick response in order to save his little brother.


    "Suit yourself." The woman snorted and continued the exercise, bobbing her head up and down. Lin Fan stretched out his limbs and his fingers wed at the bedsheets. His spine tingled with ecstasy as he joyed her lip service.


    Ling Qingyu: ¡­ (Excuse me, why does my name ruffle in your sexual dialogue? Disgusting)

 Chapter 55: Fed dogfood!

    Crack!


    The ss shattered and the debris flew away. Inside an unknown area, the man in histe fifties, still possessing a strong physique of a warrior, threw the bottle at his subordinate who was reporting to him.


    The bottle hit the head, but his subordinate dared not move an inch, as he knelt down for forgivess.


    "Idiot. No news, nothing!" The old man cried out in frustration. "What has be of the group that I founded myself."


    "I beg your forgivess, Boss. We couldn''t find any hints. All the CCTV recordings wt down. Ev the officials we bribed were helpless."


    "Fuck! Don''t tell my Tiger Gang is thwarted by two girls, whose milk sct hasn''t dissipated yet." The man bellowed. "I ev suspect my subordinates are joking me a if not for everyone ounted the same description. Two wom¡­an impossible act."


    "But it really happed, Sir. And they wer''t simple wom, we are used to seeing." His subordinates interrupted.


    "Th, find them, ev if it means to turn the earth over." The man struck his palm at the pir. "And my bastard son. Who killed him?"


    "No lead sir," the subordinate stammered wh he saw his boss''s face darking. "We suspect it was also the work of two wom. Besides our moles on the official side advise us to stay low, the ctral authority has its eye on our province rectly¡­and¡­"


    "Get lost!" The old man helpless, sighed in exasperation and sd his subordinates away. Losing his son and now to cate his wife who always spoiled her child screeching a him.


    The next early morning at Ling Qingyu''s apartmt.


    Natural beams of light cascaded over Ling Qingyu''s bedroom, tering through the ss window, which she didn''t cover with curtains on purpose.


    The morning sunlight gtly draped over Ling Qingyu''s face and its warm temperature woke her up. Having a good sleep and waking up naturally was always a good feeling.


    Ling Qingyu could attest to that as she felt fulfilled. Tumbling over her bed left and right, Ling Qingyu prodded herself into a prone position and did some stretching.


    She gazed at her phone''s clock and it was 6:30. Usually, she woke up a 8:00 and wt to work before 9:00 because she sleptte at night, overworking.


    Ling Qingyu had decided to change the old behavior into a new healthy lifestyle; it began with having a natural sleep cycle so that the hormones inside worked properly.


    Afterward, she wt to the bathroom to washup and exited her room. Walking down the aisle, Ling Qingyu tered the kitch to find some food.


    She saw Tang Ziyi, in a yoga suits, making a meal. She wasn''t surprised she found Tang Ziyi getting up early as most martial artists behaved simrly. Ling Qingyu ev saw wet marks a Tang Ziyi''s clothes and towels, properly from exercise.


    Tang Ziyi''s eyes shone yesterday during the first visit to Ling Qingyu''s luxurious apartmt, particrly at the gym equipmt and swimming pool. Ling Qingyu knew her Sister Ziyi would soon utilize everything.


    "Wh did you get up?" Ling Qingyu asked and took a cup, preparing to drink water.


    "5 o''clock. Your ce has excellt gym equipmt." Tang Ziyi praised. "I''m making breakfast, why don''t you wait for a while and taste my skills?"


    Ling Qingyu raised her brows, astonished by Tang Ziyi''s ability to cook. "You have cooking skills. I didn''t know that."


    "Hey," Tang Ziyi chuckled, amused at Ling Qingyu''s expression. "Why do you presume I can''t cook?"


    Ling Qingyu didn''t answer as she found most indepdt wom usually didn''t or sucked at cooking like mostly depicted in plotlines. She must wait before she had a taste tomt.


    Tang Ziyi said while she cooked. "I''ve be living alone for a long time and cooking is one of the esstial skills."


    "I thought cooking is part of femininity and since more masculine ergy gathered in yours, I assume you couldn''t." Ling Qingyu drank a sip and said.


    "What does this have to do with masculinity and femininity? Since ancit times, most cooking particrly in restaurants was done by m, except in private households where m were usually busy with the fieldwork and wom took over. Or vice versa." Tang Ziyi exined.


    "Nothing about the topics but it''s messed up back in my previous world." Ling Qingyu gave a reason. "Toxic this, toxic that. Have you ever heard of those words like toxic masculinity and toxic femininity?"


    "No, but I understand where you''re going." Tang Ziyi looked back and smiled. An rm wt off from the air dryer, beckoning her atttion.


    Ling Qingyu asked with a smile. "What''re you cooking?"


    Tang Ziyi after scooping the meals, ced them on the tables. "Frch fries, fried dumplings, and soup. Come, have a taste."


    "dly, Chef Tang," answered Ling Qingyu. The alluring sct palpitated her ssory nds and her mouth watered. The dishes were more than edible, a masterpiece.


    Ling Qingyu nodded in appreciation as her tongue rolled over the food in her mouth. The ure, the temperature, no criticism came out of her.


    "So, about your so-called rivalry thing," Tang Ziyi brought back the topic. "Everyone has two sides. Masculinity is where you strive for survival, doing work¡­etc. Femininity is where you cherish, spreading love andpassion. In my opinion, there''s no toxicity. Although I admit, I don''t like your previous views."


    Ling Qingyu listed and she never stopped relishing her meals. This demoness had skills. She initially presumed her only talt was fighting.


    Tang Ziyi''s voice caused her eyes to narrow at her mtioned misogyny from the previous life. Tang Ziyi knew deeply about her previous life? Likely from the system. But she didn''t me the system or argue against Tang Ziyi.


    "To be honest, it''s useless to argue betwe the two, wh in fact it works together." Tang Ziyi muttered but her hands didn''t stop picking food.


    "Alright, let''s not talk about these personalities for now. Where''s Xiao Yue?" Ling Qingyu asked after her eyes studied a, not seeing the figure.


    Tang Ziyi gestured her chin toward the swimming pool. "I think she''s still swimming. She seems to joy a lot rather than exercising. I nearly forgot; who cleans the gym and the pool, I hope it''s not Dise."


    "Of course not," Ling Qingyu protected herself instinctively after noticing Tang Ziyi''s wrong eyes. "The condominium offers cleaning service regrly. Dise only tidies the rooms wh she had nothing to do."


    "Dise told me she was your maid but I don''t think you treat her like that."


    "She''s my elder and my second mother from my childhood¡­" Ling Qingyu narrated everything from her memory.


    "Are you not getting attached too much to the character? I mean it''s good but don''t lose your true personality." Tang Ziyi leaned forward and asked.


    "I don''t lose one. I''m happy to have loved ones a." Ling Qingyu didn''t think as Tang Ziyi said.


    Xiao Yue came in, covered with towels. Her wet skin color after taking a shower mesmerized Ling Qingyu and the hairline sticking to her body exhibited another style of beauty.


    Tang Ziyi coughed and warned Ling Qingyu with her nce to behave; Ling Qingyu obliged and whistled.


    Xiao Yue sat down and joyed Tang Ziyi''s cooking. "Excellt cooking, Sister Ziyi."


    Xiao Yue''s remarks brighted Tang Ziyi who put in more effort by picking up pieces of food into Xiao Yue''s ce. "Com''on. Eat more."


    "Thank you," Xiao Yue replied with a sweet face.


    "You''re wee. I''m happy you joy it." Tang Ziyi''s expression melted over Xiao Yue''s cutess.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes wafted back and forth, unsure about the air here. Why did she smell Lily''s fragrance? Her eyelids twitched at the tant affection disyed in front of her.


    Her supposed subordinates oply showed heart bubbles in front of the boss without any regard, and the boss didn''t dare to op her mouth. It wasn''t she couldn''t bear to interrupt; it was fear from if she did¡­


    Tang Ziyi''s frosty eyes subdued Ling Qingyu long before she spoke. She simply puffed her cheeks with food, grinding them into pieces as if the food turned into her emies.

 Chapter 56: Wang Xiuyings group background

    After the couple fed her with ample dog food, Ling Qingyu escaped the sce, since Tang Ziyi siltly gestured her away. Whose home were they in? Ling Qingyu was now unsure.


    Ling Qingyu ed Zhao Xiurong, inquiring about the status, and waited for the reply. In the meantime, wh she realized Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were both exercising, she also wanted to join in too.


    Starting tomorrow, she decided to wake up early and begged Tang Ziyi to be her instructor. Anyway, it was two birds one stone. Not only could she interrupt the two, she would also strgth herself.


    Before her days of resting were over, Ling Qingyu must elongate her salted-fish state. She almost freaked out from the heavy working state ording to her memory and said no.


    That wasn''t hers. As a boss, she must be a shopkeeper rather than working hard herself. And her heart raced in anticipation because today would be the first day to use her two remaining system''s gifts; she nned to move her house and kept it as a surprise for Dise.


    Pce lifestyle, here shees.


    Ring! Ring!


    Before she bellowed her inner thoughts out, a buzzing noise interrupted her mood. The phone in her hand attracted her and it was a call from Zhao Xiurong.


    After a pleasant greeting, Ling Qingyu wt to the main topic and asked whether her secretarypleted the job. On hearing the goal she posted was nearly there, Ling Qingyu further transferred the money to cate Zhao Xiurong''s difficulty.


    "¡­"


    Seeing lists of notifications popping out on her scre reporting several 0 million tering her ount, Zhao Xiurong''s eyelids twitched on the other side and her mouth wt speechless at Ling Qingyu''s childish behavior.


    She had no idea where her boss retrieved the money from. She never had the slightest doubt in her mind about the source of ie. Ling Qingyu was a principled woman.


    Sheforted herself lucky not to have videocalled, because, from the tone of Ling Qingyu, she already foresaw what her boss''s expression was like.


    Ev with her currt wealth, Zhao Xiurong couldn''t spd or move money unscrupulously like Ling Qingyu did.


    To transfer their conversation topic, Zhao Xiurong asked whether Ling Qingyu had contacted Manager Yuan. Her phone almost fell out of her hand wh she heard her boss had already bought it and nned to move today.


    Her bad to ask in the first ce. She felt if she continued speaking, her fragile self might not be able to handle the next toss.


    "Well, sister Ling, I''ll be going out in a momt, better to be in the office to solve your trouble quickly." Zhao Xiurong cutoff the path of Ling Qingyu''s bragging.


    "Oh, alright Sister Zhao. I''ll sd you the addresster;e and visit this eving. See you soon." Ling Qingyu didn''t forget to invite her secretary.


    "Bye." Zhao Xiurong hung up and Ling Qingyu stared at the scre for a while, puzzled. Why does she feel her secretary seems to not want to hear her talk? It must be her overthinking.


    Ling Qingyu shook her head and decided to call Su Ruomei. The dialing rang for a long time, but no one answered. She called again.


    This time, Su Ruomei picked up her call. "Morning Presidt Ling, how can I be at your service?"


    Although there was nothing wrong with her choice of words, Ling Qingyu only heard some mumblings as if her mouth couldn''t speak properly.


    Did Su Ruomei just woke up and her sleepiness caused her speech to slur?


    "Hmm, I''m sorry, did I just woke you up?" Ling Qingyu apologized for her disturbance. Perhaps Su Ruomei''s shift wasn''t there yet.


    "No, no¡­I''m just brushing my teeth." Su Ruomei''s speech still slurred.


    "Ah." Ling Qingyu muttered in surprise. Came to think about it, the time was indeed early and she rectly had breakfast.


    She heard water gurgling on the other side and after the noise quieted down, Ling Qingyu asked. "Are you done, Sister Su?"


    "Yes, Presidt Ling." Su Ruomei replied, chanting and clear, and Ling Qingyu ev ssed refreshmt from her voice.


    "It''s nothing actually. I just like to know the situation with the three girls. Are they doing fine?" Ling Qingyu wt to the main point.


    "They''re fine, at least. I''ve settled them their beddings and rooms." Su Ruomei had a guess or two about what happed to these girls wh she noticed them in the hospital, along with their mtal state.


    Ev though Ling Qingyu''s presce had swept away some of their depression, the heavy feeling a them still remained. Her and Jiangyu''s rtionship with them had warmth up, from the hospital and it only rose wh they spt time together.


    Su Ruomei didn''t question Ling Qingyu''s action; she gave her full trust to the boss. And the best she could do was to provide these girls a sse of security, without pushing them into confiding their nightmares.


    Jiang Yu, as curious as she always was, desired to know more but was refrained by her.


    "Can you give them your phone now?"


    "Yes," Su Ruomei said and Ling Qingyu listed to the brushing hustle of the air.


    "Hello, Presidt." A hesitant voice soothed Ling Qingyu''s ear after a while.


    "Are you Wang Xiuying?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Yes, I heard from Sister Su, you like to speak with us," Wang Xiuying said with ack of confidce.


    Ling Qingyu cut her off and inquired about their state of mind. Sheforted Wang Xiuying first as she was the one suffering the most pain. Ling Qingyu sounded gtle and caring.


    After speaking with the rest of the girls and the holder was back to Wang Xiuying, Ling Qingyu described her currt difficulties and the results. It would be soon before justice shall serve these bastards.


    Wang Xiuying also expressed her belief in Ling Qingyu and didn''t mind the time; she thanked Ling Qingyu''s care for them and told her it was their luck to meet her in the first ce.


    The two conversed on a deeper level and Ling Qingyu soon knew their backg from Wang Xiuying''s description.


    Tang Ziyi had already investigated their idtities since day one but it was never detailed ough. Ling Qingyu merely understood, they wer''t originally from Province N but far away from other provinces.


    Now Wang Xiuying''s narration cleared the mist in Ling Qingyu''s mind.


    They traveled away from home in search of a job to support their families, since the economy of Country C wt slightly downhill 4 years ago and the rate of jobless people increased.


    With so muchpetition, the pressure wasn''t small for them but their perseverance soon found an opportunity in Province N, which ushered in the booming state on the contrary to other area and required more workers.


    Despite being female members of the families, they felt the responsibility for the lifeline of the families financial situation. Ling Qingyu figured they might also be forced into marriages as Wang Xiuying rarely mtioned her parts.


    Of course, that was her personal guess based on the culture here. Blindly believing without any doubt that wom could find happiness only through relying on m, which Ling Qingyu in her past life wouldn''t disagree at.


    It wasn''t hateful as parts wanted the best for their childr and rather than ''force'', it should be said to ''urge'' because the traditional norm had always be wom marrying at a certain age. And these girls'' origins from the vige attributed more.


    The parts were likely to be more worried the girls would be toote to get married if they dyed.


    However, the currt Ling Qingyu could only utter: Hehe.

 Chapter 57: Speaking Wits with Miss System

    After Ling Qingyu finished asking everything, Wang Xiuying return the phone to Su Ruomei. Ling Qingyu asked her head of security guards toe to the new address this eving.


    The new manor was too huge and she thought of morepanions residing along with her. It would be boring to possess arge residt with only very few people, although there would be servants to take care of the manor.


    If not for the system''s gifts, she wouldn''t waste her money ev if she desired to live in a pce lifestyle. An ample hidd secret realm must be built and the manor was the most suitable choice.


    Speaking with Wang Xiuying about their life, Ling Qingyu, since now living in a woman''s body, understood more. She was more aware of their difficulties, despite the privileges a woman might have, as most thought of.


    [It seems that bringing you here in this world is the right choice.]


    Miss System''s voice talked in her mind. Ling Qingyu''s corner of her mouth twitched.


    It was never the correct choice. Where in her right mind should she say the forced transformation was not what she epted? But at least apart from those areas, her system was very humane.


    Look at the trillion yuan in her ount. This was only the reward she received once; there might be more in the future. So, ev if she had aint, she could neverin.


    ''At least, I see the world from a broader perspective. After personally witnessing these scums, I don''t know what to say about my previous life belief.''


    [This system didn''t want to say you''re wrong. It''s just in life¡ªthere''s both right and wrong. It''s the bnce andpromises, which made it fulfilling.]


    Ling Qingyu picked up the wood chair and sat down facing the ss wall inside the living room.


    ''Tell me, many people areining the gder roles in the ancit time is much better than in the modern era. I highly doubt it though.''


    [You''re correct to doubt. Let me give you an example¡­]


    Ling Qingyu listed to the system''s narration while her eyes never left the outside scery. The warmth seeped through the ss and poured over her.


    [In the d, there''s nothing wrong with married life. No one could stay alone without apanion to walk down the path of living.]


    [But if marriage is everything for a woman; th, the system argued against this kind of norm.]


    Ling Qingyu nodded, and couldn''t agree more¡ªshe herself was also an exception and there might be others in a simr situation to hers. Ling Qingyu''s eyes flicked at the strange notion which came into her mind¡ªwhy her system served more like a mtor here?


    She rubbed her eyes, for fear of mistaking. Did she just see the figure of a peerless empress with her hands behind her back, standing proud and tall?


    It must be a hallucination.


    ''How about those television shows in the past life where these m, ''the prester'', told what is most remembered for a wom''s deeds? Like how many childr they bred, how many geration she had looked after and her marriage. What do you say?'' Ling Qingyu asked, at least she believed there wasn''t anything wrong with those statemts.


    [Hey..] The system sighed exaggeratedly.


    [That''s the logic where there isn''t anything right and wrong. And those m made use of those argumts to their advantage.] Ling Qingyu ev heard Miss System sneering. She was looking forward to what the system would say next.


    [Since they said no one cares about wom''s deeds other than her marriage and family, I''ll point out a few in your past life. Several Ques of the UK, Catherine the Great, Wu Zetian of Tang Dynasty¡­etcetera. Does anyone care about their marriages or their sesses?]


    Ling Qingyu couldn''t argue against her system and it seemed these m typically brought these wishy-washy argumts into the show for their agda.


    Ling Qingyu could almost say, she was almost brainwashed. Without waiting for her to answer, Miss System continued.


    [I almost forget, here in this world, there is another Empress¡ªAlyssia the Great. Everyone only remembered her sess in the unification of the contint.]


    ''Alright, alright. I get it. I was wrong.'' Ling Qingyu pleaded, fearing another piles of her system''s argumts.


    [Nope the system will say more. If every woman only relies on her husband for everything, they''re in danger. Do you know in ancit times, how troublesome life was for a widow, especially if they had no talts to express themselves?]


    [Most became prostitutes, being forced by others or willingly or out of options. Not every man is like you, kind and gtle...Ahem...No idea if it''s true.... There are many scums¡­ This system had no idea why there existed many people wanting to go back in time? Tsk..Tsk¡­]


    [At least everything had improved in the modern era¡ªsure there are narcissists troubling the world but one had to remember the geral trd; everything is going in a better direction.]


    Ling Qingyu pped herself on the forehead. It was her mistake to begin this topic in the first ce. The nonstop spray had already consumed Ling Qingyu''s desire to make use of her day.


    And what do you explicitly mean by no idea about her character? It must be the system''s provocation.


    Seeing her wilted on the chair, Miss System stopped the chatter and deeply reflected. Maybe the information st over was too much.


    Feeling the inside quiet down from the noises, Ling Qingyu exhaled deeply. She couldn''t protest her sugar mommy, could she? Except to tolerate the nuisance so that her rewards in the future didn''t drop in quality.


    Ling Qingyu decided from now on¡ªdon''t ever talk about those controversies with her system. She didn''t want to experice again how her brain was thoroughly bullied in the conversation.


    Her phone vibrated again and she nced at the idtity of the caller. It was from Manager Yuan.


    Ling Qingyu specifically asked the real estate agcy to call through his number; otherwise, she warned she would never answer any unknown number.


    "Hello," she connected the line and answered.


    "Hello, Miss Ling. I hope my call doesn''t disturb you in the morning." Manage Yuan said.


    "Of course not, Manager Yuan." Ling Qingyu replied.


    The tire pleasantry was exchanged betwe the two sides and Manager Yuan wt into the theme.


    "Since Miss Ling states yesterday the desire to move the house today, our agcy agreed to provide the service. I believe today at noon will be a good time for both of us. My workers and I will arrive at your house a that time. How does that sound?" Manager Yuan asked for her opinions.


    Ling Qingyu thought the timing wasn''t bad. By noon, everyone in her apartmt would be well prepared. So, she agreed and explicitly expressed her gratitude.


    Manager Yuan sounded ttered before the two disconnected. Ling Qingyu''s eyes didn''t move away from the scre before she inquired her system.


    ''Miss System, about yourst two gifts, especially the AI supeputer, I presume the space of the residce will attribute to its efficicy.'' Ling Qingyu asked a rhetorical question with a smirk.


    [Well, it doesn''t. Ev if the spacing isn''t sufficit, the underg level of floor will be increased instead. So, no.]


    ''What! How could that be? Th, why am buying a manor th?'' Ling Qingyu eximed in her mind.


    [Because you''re rich.] A simple reply from the system choked her.


    ''Come on, please. Make it something worth my buying.'' Ling Qingyu pleaded, her eyes appearing very pathetic.


    [Well, the system is kidding you. In fact, therger the area of your residce, the more space would be created underg, which is a plus if you wanna store additional stuff.]


    Miss System ev learned how to joke a and yed her feeling.


    She didn''t know why a song lyric sang inside her head¡ªStrumming my pain with his fingers, singing my life with his words.


    Indeed her system plucked her heart through several strings, causing it to roll fervtly. Well, reced the ''his'' with ''her''.


    There wasn''t any pain in buying the manor and spding more, since her wealth allowed hervish action. But she never craved to waste ergy and effort on something without gaining anything in return.


    [Besides, the system believes a trillion yuan has already giv you everything and you don''t need more. Why make you too OP? The system also likes to watch you struggle too.]


    Ling Qingyu nearly cursed out loud. Her Miss System wanted her to be an actress in a script. Hell, no!


    So, she decided to act spoiled, juggling her limps across like a dissatisfied child.

 Chapter 58: True family always got your back

    Ling Qingyu wasn''t sure if any of her coquettish operations blinded her system, but her system wt silt, probably speechless.


    She didn''t know why, but she visualized her Miss System pping her forehead and rubbing of her eyes, if they ev existed.


    Since she never heard anymore; she already swore to keep carrying on until her system relted.


    Perhaps the system couldn''t withstand the spicy eyes; Ling Qingyu heard Miss System say, "Okay, no need to act like a child. What if others see you like this?"


    Ling Qingyu waved her hand nonchntly. "Don''t worry. It doesn''t matter. I''m a patit rectly and they''d attribute that to my recovery period."


    [¡­]


    [Alright, no need to dread because you ar''t losing any disadvantages. With a huge residce, you already receive a big underg automatically, free space for other uses.]


    [What''s more, with the additionalst photon gerator to create anything, everything is possible. You''re having way more than I''ve intded.]


    [This system currtly is thinking of nullifying your rewards in the future.]


    The system gave her an eye-roll, bitterly mourning about the host it had chos, never expecting Ling Qingyu to be never satisfied.


    Ling Qingyu dropped her act as she realized if she beckoned more, it would disgust her mother system. She only had this backing, if she were to face the two male leads and other adversaries.


    She wisely shut up and said. ''Don''t, don''t. I''m happy, very happy.''


    At least, she had attempted to drain any further befits although it failed in the d.


    She still reminded. ''I don''t want to be one of the characters in your script, okay? The least you do should be help me out in my journey.''


    [Yeah. Yeah.] The system gave her a snappy reply but Ling Qingyu was satisfied with the answer.


    The loud chattered reverberated into the living room and Ling Qingyu turned her head toward the source. She was sure, her mother and Dise had now wok up.


    Raising her body from the sitting position, Ling Qingyu stretched herself out, her hands tried grabbing the ceilings in a wing motion.


    She walked back into the kitch and saw a beautiful sce. Four wom, young and old, chattering happily. Warm and cozy. It would be perfect to stay this way.


    But Ling Qingyu always regurgitated in her mind; someone was trying to kill her and wipe out her existce. There were still emies, she had no idea about.


    Her eyebrows raised as she noticed her mother seemed to return to her normal condition, prompting her to get closer to the crowd.


    They were praising Tang Ziyi''s cooking and feasting on the breakfast. Nutritious and tasty.


    Ling Qingyu''s figure was almost instantly noticed by Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue but they didn''t change their expression. It wasn''t until Amorette, her mother, ssed her arrival.


    She patted the seat beside her and Ling Qingyu sat on it. She grasped Amorette''s hand and stroked it gtly. Her mother returned the gesture.


    "Mom," She called out and Amorette nodded, smiling at her daughter. She was proud of her, always had be. Ling Qingyu now really regarded Amorette as her mother.


    It was painful to watch her condition while blissful every time Amorette remembered everything again ev if it urred rarely.


    Ling Qingyu realized her mother was back, maybe for a day. If she hadn''t personally expericed Amorette''s condition, she would never believe such type of psychological disorder existed.


    A person lost her currt memory, going back in time, staying in the happiest momt they had in their tire life, unwilling toe back to the prest.


    "Yu''er, I''mplimting your frid''s talt," Amorette spoke. "Have you eat anything?"


    Ling Qingyu agreed; Tang Ziyi''s traits were too OP. She could fight, hack any electronic system, speak differtnguages, and ev cook. She found a demoness.


    "Yes, Mum." Ling Qingyu nced at Dise. "Aunt, you gotta pack anything important. We''re moving house today."


    Dise had her eyes wided in shock and her face paled. "Did anything happ in yourpany?"


    She recalled the state of Ling Qingyu''s business from yesterday''s news report and connected some dots, her imagination running wild. Her worries also affected Amorette, who didn''t ask but her expression had said everything.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue controlled themselves not tough, watching how Ling Qingyu would cate the adults.


    Ling Qingyu choked at the impable ideas of her elders,mting why the two didn''t ev have confidce.


    "What makes you say that?" Ling Qingyu''s face looked strange wh she questioned Dise. She craved to see what was inside her aunt''s head.


    "I''ve se in those dramas, you know CEO losing his real estate and possessions all of a sudd wh he couldn''t solve the crisis. Too many to count in the movies." Dise stopped exining. "I heard from the news, yourpany isn''t in a good condition.


    Amorette added from the side. "Don''t worry, Yu''er. Mom also has her own possession, sufficit for a living. I believe my daughter will rise again no matter the obstacles."


    Ling Qingyu forget ev how to swallow her saliva and she seemed to capture Tang Ziyi''s duo''s quivering shoulders. Leave those two bastards who made fun of her aside.


    Her atttion wt back to her elders, withplicated eyes. Should she be grateful for their support or should she regard their words as cursing her future?


    "Mom, Aunt. Nothing happs. Don''t believe in the news. Everything is under my control. It''s just I bought a new manor, because of an extra profit in my job. I wish you could also walk a and joy arge area ofnd."


    As soon as Ling Qingyu exined her situation, Dise and Amorette sighed in relief and patted their chest. It appeared they wer''t calm as they were wh they soothed her.


    "But isn''t your decision to move too fast," Amorette looked strange as she gazed at Ling Qingyu carefully. Dise also nodded her head alongside Amorette.


    Ling Qingyu paused, contemting how to exin her situation to the elders. She couldn''t confess her hole cards, could she? And she didn''t want to lie either.


    Naturally, her expressions were captured by the mind of both Amorette and Dise, and their face became hesitant.


    "Everyone has a secret. It doesn''t matter if you don''t wanna say it. You can confide us in the future and also seek help from us. Remember we will always support you." Amorette stated.


    Ling Qingyu was grateful for their understanding. She had difficulties building words to show her meaning.


    "So, wh are we moving?" Tang Ziyi finally asked.


    Ling Qingyu smiled.

 Chapter 59: Moving residence

    The chatters returned to normal pacing betwe the group. Dise and Amorette were excited to have a dialogue in Frch with Tang Ziyi. Although they used to speak with Ling Qingyu, the inner feeling was differt.


    Ling Qingyu also had a great time conversing with her mother. From the outer appearance, nothing seemed to be wrong with Amorette.


    Who knew this momt was always a rare opportunity for the family member to have a normal conversation with her and Ling Qingyu wasted no time.


    Amorette might not act simrly another day and there was no cure; all the experts Ling Qingyu sought sighed and shook their heads,mting everything was in the hands of Amorette, who was still unwilling to release herself out of the quagmire.


    It was a gleeful embracing asion for the family member to spd time together. A close bond without defects.


    The group lost touch of time and as Ling Qingyu''s stomach churned out loud, everyone realized the time flies. They also felt a little hungry and Tang Ziyi volunteered to cook today''s lunch.


    She already prepared everything in the early morning and wh Dise stood up to help, she chided her. Tang Ziyi took care of everything while Xiao Yue contributed from the side.


    While the two were on the kitch task, Ling Qingyu told her elders about her frids'' backgs as listed by her system¡ªshe introduced them as her frids like Secretary Zhao.


    Amorette and Dise couldn''t close their mouths after her description while paying admiration from time to time at the busy girls


    After every meal was ced on the table, everyone was already starving, their hands rushing and dangling a above the tables. The harmonious atmosphere brought smiles.


    As already informed by Ling Qingyu, everyone packed only some necessities. Since Ling Qingyu promised to buy if there was anything missing.


    Soon, her phone buzzed and Ling Qingyu already knew, the agcy had arrived; she asked Tang Ziyi to bring them up personally and gave her the residt card because non-residts wer''t allowed inside without the residt''s permission.


    An hourter, Ling Qingyu looked back at her dark deserted apartmt, one more time before following the rest into the elevator.


    The agcy staff had already departed as soon as theypleted the tasks. Amorette and Dise had their eyes filled with reluctance.


    After all, they had stayed here for a long time and didn''t want to leave if not for Ling Qingyu''s persistce.


    Other than tackling her elders'' disinclination to move house, Ling Qingyuforted particrly her mother''s reluctance to separate from her artworks.


    She understood her mother''s unbearabless and finally patted her  bust to disy her solemn agreemt to bring them to a new residce in the future.


    Ling Qingyu cherished Amorette''s work and couldn''t force herself to package the artwork quickly, giv the short amount of time.


    Rather, she would meticulously care to avoid any destruction. Anyway, she didn''t sell the apartmt; anyone could return anytime.


    In the elevator under cheerful music, Ling Qingyu felt her face be hotter as time passed. Amorette''s and Dise''s ming eyes seared heat across her cheek skin.


    Finally, Amorette stepped forward from the side and looked up and down. "I''m not sure before, but now Yu''er appears taller and more beautiful."


    Amorette turned her head toward Dise for an opinion, who also said. "I didn''t look carefully but you''re right Amorette."


    Ling Qingyu regained her courage to face them again and rolled her eyes at their remarks. Her mother ev inched closer as her hands stroked her cheeks and palmed her tire face.


    Ling Qingyu wt into speechless mode. Mother, why are you messing my face?


    "You didn''t undergo stic surgery, did you? I''ve noticed your figure and face getting better and more and more beautiful." Amorette added.


    Ling Qingyu gave her mother another roll of her eyes while Dise giggled from the side. It was the hands of her system; she had no room toin.


    Although every time she looked at herself in the mirror and joyed a feeling of conttedness, she never halted pointing fingers at her system for her hanced beauty.


    It was a contradictory emotion. Her only concern was her fear of bing narcissistic. What if she began to vision herself at the cter of the world¡ªnot that tirely impossible with Miss System''s help.


    Nevertheless, she remained grateful for possessing such radiance.


    Before the elevator reached the g, Ling Qingyu remembered a certain Tang Ziyi, who persisted in infuriating her.


    Tang Ziyi requested to move all the gym pieces of equipmt from the apartmt to the manor. Ling Qingyu was confused by her confidante''s behavior.


    Tang Ziyi should''ve se the manor also had everything. After going back and forth, Ling Qingyu relted by asking the agcy to bring the items which wer''t avable in their new residce.


    She almost cursed at Tang Ziyi and lost her image. Her tacity in this kind of circumstance drove Ling Qingyu the urge to bite something hard and smashed everything into pulps.


    Oveing several obstacles from her close ones, she finally reached Tang Ziyi''s Cadic. Since there were five, the space was a bit congested.


    Tang Ziyi served as a driver and Xiao Yue sat beside her at the front. The remaining three took a backseat.


    The Cadic left the apartmt. Inside the vehicle, Amorette and Dise had strange eyes,ying on Ling Qingyu, who pretded not to notice.


    "Where''s your ck Btley?" Amorette asked with a piercing gaze. Dise on the other side knew what happed but stayed away in order to see how Ling Qingyu might react.


    Ling Qingyu sighed, having no options. Dise knew she suffered an idt, but her mother didn''t. She had to avoid mtioning the evt; it was the best if Amorette never knew.


    She rubbed her chin with her thumb unconsciously and didn''t notice Amorette''s eyes narrowed.


    "It''s in a repair shop; the gine broke down and before it becamepletely well-repaired, I''m riding my frid''s." Ling Qingyu came up with a lie, not a lie.


    Amorette''s eyes expressed disbelief but she didn''t dive into it. Something her daughter wanted to hide, it was impossible to be unveiled, unless Ling Qingyu admitted herself.


    In addition, her chin stroking behavior was one of the best indicators depicting she was preparing to not tell the truth and Amorette knew her daughter''s behavior thoroughly.


    Ling Qingyu was d Amorette no longer questioned her, but she forgot a mother could always sse her child''s ergy.


    Tang Ziyi oped the music to ease the atmosphere from behind and she favored Ling Qingyu''s choice. Amorette not knowing more was better giv her condition.

 Chapter 60: So many maids! He-He

    Perhaps Amorette was aware Ling Qingyu would never relt in telling her the truth. She decided against further inquiry.


    Dise on her side tried to lose her sse of existce to avoid attracting the eyes of Amorette.


    Ling Qingyu understood her mother''s suspicion didn''t disappear and she thought of the reason.


    Her old car probably destroyed in the idt was the problem here. She realized the reason for her mother''s doubt as she delved into her memory.


    The ck Btley was the first ever luxurious sedan she bought with her own hands from the money she gained from the business vture. It was a celebration tok tomemorate the days of her sess.


    Ev after her business grew more and more sessful and became stronger, she never changed her transportation. Despite her strgth allowing her to buy more expsive vehicles, she didn''t.


    The past Ling Qingyu was attached to the car and she felt sadded by its destruction, now that she thought about it.


    Amorette already knew about this and Dise as well. Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched at the realization her cover was already blown since her mouth oped.


    Since Amorette no longer pressured her, Ling Qingyu sighed in relief. If her mother continued pumping up the questions, she might not be able to stand anymore.


    The Cadic soon arrived at their destination. Tang Ziyi''s expression remained the same, for an obvious reason.


    Her brain had be smashed by surprises numerous times yesterday wh she followed Ling Qingyu. Xiao Yue on the other side couldn''t close her mouth as she stuck her face to the window.


    Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu had the same bad taste in their heart, seeing Xiao Yue''s reaction. What if Xiao Yue knew, the nearby vis they had already passed also belonged to Ling Qingyu?


    Amorette and Dise had their eyebrows raised. They were indeed astonished at how Ling Qingyu managed to possess such arge manor.


    Although Tang Ziyi''s Cadic was still outside the manor gate, the grandeur of the suring walls and the metallic gate themselves, heighted the heavy air. After tering through the gate, everyone expericed a deeper emotion.


    It was a grand massive scale for them and their eyesy on a pce-style vi which they were traveling to.


    On the sideline, they could ev feel a natural realm and a beautiful river flow. Xiao Yue''s eyes wided since they first tered the manor. Would they be living here from now on?


    Ling Qingyu was now calm andposed. She watched everyone closely and found her two elders behaving strangely.


    Unlike the excitemt ergy emitting from Xiao Yue, sadness and longing were all she ssed, especially from her mother.


    Wh Amorette and Dise turned their heads to face her, they were bitter and proud. Their eyes showed longing for the past as if Ling Qingyu''s manor reminded them of their memories.


    Ling Qingyu now understood subtly based on their expressions¡ªher mother''s family backg must be huge. Their behaviors told Ling Qingyu, the sight of her manor wasn''t the first-time experice for the two.


    Ev the two helipads before they reached the manor failed to move them but Dise didn''t forget to ask. "How many acres?"


    "Thend area is ,000 square meters," Ling Qingyu paused, calcting in her mind. "That''s roughly .5 acres ofnd."


    Dise couldn''t close her mouth after hearing Ling Qingyu''s calcted results. Amorette wasn''t much better. The two looked at one another and took pride in Ling Qingyu''s achievemt.


    Amorette cut in, "But that huge area isn''t suitable for a few of us, right?"


    Ling Qingyu nodded but still said, "It is if there''re only 4 of us. But¡­there''re still maids and servants. So I don''t think it''s too huge."


    "Ev th Mother feels it''s a waste of your money. Rather than spding like this, I hope you focus on your business." Amorette shook her head.


    "Mom, don''t look at it that way. To be frank, I''ve way more than you and Dise estimated. This little amount is nothing to my wealth." Ling Qingyu disapproved her mother''s words. "And you and Dise need fresh air and sceries like these for healthier lifestyles, isn''t it? I don''t mind spding billions to keep you all healthy."


    Dise nodded and Amorette stopped saying more, because Ling Qingyu had already bought the manor. It wasn''t any use chiding her daughter now.


    And Ling Qingyu had a good attitude and filial piety. Although Amorette''s and Dise''s origins were not from this contint, Amorette fancied the culture of respecting and caring for the elders here.


    Ling Qingyu''s words brought warmth to her heart.


    After the car stopped, Xiao Yue got off without hesitation, eager to swim in every inch of this manor.


    The rest also followed suit and Ling Qingyu found Xiao Yue stopped short, contrary to what she had shown inside the car.


    A mass of girls dressed in simr attire of ck and  galloped in front of the trance and formed two files a couple of steps away from the car.


    Ling Qingyu understood the situation at first nce¡ª a weing ceremony from her future maids and servants.


    As soon as the crowd noticed her, everyone standing in line bowed and shouted as if they had practiced a thousand times. "Wee, Mistress!"


    The echoes awestruck everyone including Ling Qingyu. At least, she didn''t ruin her first impression despite the sudd assault.


    The demeanor remained unchanged and her face never faltered. "Greetings everyone, I''m Ling Qingyu, the owner of this manor."


    The scery was gorgeous and the addition of beauties brought perfection.


    She dreamed of herself as a Lord having fun with beautiful servants and living a life of corrupt joymt.


    While her inner heart jumped at the sight of several beautiful maids, Ling Qingyu waved her hands to return the gesture and saw an appartly shiny girl, who was dressed distinctively.


    She should be her butler, Ling Qingyu guessed. Roughly counting in her mind, there were 50 girls, a good number for her manor size.


    On the side stood m from the moving agcy along with Manager Yuan, probably waiting for her direction to put the things.


    Ling Qingyu walked toward these m before she talked with her butler and ordered what to move and pay atttion to.


    Ling Qingyu turned her head toward her confidantes and family members, who were still stumped by the huge activities of her future servants.

 Chapter 61: Corrupt Ling Qingyu

    Inside the grand pce.


    Ling Qingyu still gazed at the decoration without any boredom, ev though she had visited once yesterday.


    The two elders roamed a on their own under the guidance of the servants and Ling Qingyu supported their actions. Their sightseeing activities, from Ling Qingyu''s perspective, should be conducted more.


    That was also the reason why she was thusiastic to move the residce so that her elders could freely stroll a as leisure activities instead of being caged inside her apartmt.


    The moisturizing effect of stepping on earth was totally differt feeling beficial to their health. Ling Qingyu would never admit she bought the manor for her selfish reason.


    Following her butler in front along the corridor, who meticulously describe the manor in detail, better than Manager Yuan, Ling Qingyu thought secretly.


    Whether she was in the wrong job, she wasn''t sure but what Ling Qingyu was certain¡ªthis butler''s exnation cleared away the fog shrouded by Manager Yuan and was better than any salesman.


    Behind Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue whispered to one another; sometimes they would ask the butler if they countered any doubts whilst Tang Ziyi mostly focused on the security issues and loopholes.


    The butler was named Lin Xiao, very young, not more than mid-twties, Ling Qingyu presumed. Long ck hair, ck eyes, nothing unusual. She had a pretty slder figure and was attractive.


    Ling Qingyu just hoped this Lin Xiao didn''t have any rtions with Lin Fan.


    ording to Lin Xiao''s introduction, there were 70 personnel, all females requested by Ling Qingyu. In fact, she also thought about recruiting males to take charge of the peripherals and cleaning thewn.


    But she decided against including malester on, serving as securities or gatekeepers. It appeared to outsiders the manor was inviting intruders without any m to protect the area.


    Nheless, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue apanying her made her relieved. If there were any level ratings like in the game, the two wom were like boss characters in the finale.


    Among the 70 wom, 50 of them were maids or servants, responsible for the daily task of maintance in the manor.


    5 of them were cooks, who had 5 stars or more qualifications based on Lin Xiao''s exnation, to preparevish meals for everyone here. Another 5 were professional masseurs.


    Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue; the life of the riches corrupted any human without strong willpower. She could joy but she reminded herself not to make anything ''over''.


    The remaining t wom were bodyguards the Sh family provided. In Ling Qingyu''s eyes, their appearance was very convincing from the outside, but Tang Ziyi''s eyes told her otherwise.


    Listing to Lin Xiao''s exining in detail rted to these female bodyguards, Ling Qingyu found them talted butpared with Tang Ziyi, they couldn''t ev catch her tail.


    The only merits were they excelled at martial arts worse than herpany retired female soldiers. However, Ling Qingyu wasn''t going to frown upon their abilities since they could be trained further on the path.


    It was very hard to find wom, specializing in this area of job and Ling Qingyu was d to have more of them in her team.


    She had Tang Ziyi by her side, to train these guards and transformed them into a special force.


    Ling Qingyu noted Tang Ziyi''s past life description included her serving as an instructor for special forces in some particr nations. So, she figured, it would be an easy task.


    She contemted whether to recruit more of these wom from the Sh family into her manor but she found herself too fervt.


    "I''ve already told our masseur to prepare a session for you, Miss Ling." Lin Xiao said. "Especially it''s a good treatmt after you were discharged from the hospital not long ago. I''m sure you''ll joy it."


    Ling Qingyu showed deep meaning in the eyes as she smiled in response. It seemed her butler wasn''t simple, knowing how to please and study her backg carefully.


    "You know me too well," Ling Qingyu said inexplicably. "I''m grateful for your thoughtfulness."


    "It is our duty to provide maximum help to our master. I hope my knowledge doesn''t overstep the boundary." As expected of a trained steward, Lin Xiao quickly understood the underlying meaning beath Ling Qingyu''s words.


    "How about Sister Ziyi and Sister Yue? Care to apany me?" Ling Qingyu asked at her side but the two expressed rejections.


    "I would love to but not now." Tang Ziyi replied. "Nothing is more important to me than the gym equipmt."


    Xiao Yue rubbed her nose as soon as she heard Tang Ziyi''s reason. Ling Qingyu turned away to show she wasn''t familiar with her.


    Lin Xiao''s eyelids twitched. Since her guiding session, it wasn''t once or twice Tang Ziyi said this out loud. Her focus on the gym might have overwhelmed Lin Xiao''s speech in Tang Ziyi''s mind.


    Calming herself down, Lin Xiao signaled a maid nearby to apany Tang Ziyi to the gym area.


    Lin Xiao didn''t forget to state. "Miss Tang can list down any deficicies in the gym and sd it back to me. I''ll handle the rest to satisfy ourdies."


    "With pleasure," Tang Ziyi replied with a beam of smile and Xiao Yue also followed her like a little sister. It was as if they became a couple unwilling to separate ev for a momt.


    Ling Qingyuined while she eyed Xiao Yue nonstop, because her supposed-to-be-a-warlord confidante acted like a little girl now. The contrast was too big.


    Until a few momtster she withdrew her nce, seeing their figure disappear, and turned her head toward Lin Xiao, who waited for her without anyints on her face.


    "Where were we?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "About the massage¡­" Lin Xiao gave a hint and Ling Qingyu nodded to her to continue talking.


    Lin Xiao brought Ling Qingyu to a special spa room where the staff was ready to receive her. Lin Xiao exited after suring Ling Qingyu didn''t need anything else at the momt.


    Ling Qingyu was asked by the masseurs to wash herself in warm water. After she finished and walked toward the special bed only covered with a towel, Ling Qingyu''s face burned hot.


    Despite under the clothing, she felt herself naked and blushed at her own situation. Fortunately, the staff a was professional andforted her.


    Ling Qingyuy down on the prepared spot and followed their instructions. Soon, the warmth exuded from their hands as they rubbed her muscle relieving the tsion inside her and she moaned in pleasure and sank into a dream, in contrast to her previous blushing state.


    The satisfaction beckoned her to forget everything else a. Only pleasure, Ling Qingyu had in her mind.

 Chapter 62: Is there such service?

    Laying face down on the soft cushion customized bed, Ling Qingyu was drifting betwe consciousness and unconsciousness.


    The initial warm-up session already made her rx. The repetitive ps and rubs over her tire body reverberated inside this sealed room.


    The temperature was adjusted to a warmer degree and a piece of soothing music yed in the backg.


    Ling Qingyu really didn''t see any differce from a real spa shop, ev after meticulously studying the room inside.


    Before she merely scanned the dull room and realized her manor had this kind of service. It appeared wh professionals handled, everything upgraded into a star.


    There were 5 masseurs and only two of them were working on her. Actually, in Ling Qingyu''s view, one was already ough.


    But what could she say wh she joyed a double satisfaction?


    The initial session brought greatness and Ling Qingyu was in expectation of thetter.


    Her body temperature rose gtly and soon they began to apply oil. Their soft hands caressed her skin, kneading the muscles to loos up and puncturing the pressure point with their fingers.


    The duo worked like an orchestra, ying their instrumts utmost to the peak. Ling Qingyu ev felt her blood flow faster and her sweat pores expand.


    The only response was her long strings of unknown murmurs and exhtion. Ling Qingyu''s face turned red at the thoughts of being unable to control herself.


    Perhaps her tsion was too obvious, the staff consoled her with words. "Rx, Miss Ling. It doesn''t matter, ease your body. Let it flow naturally."


    As time passed nearly all zones of her body had be handled by them except for a specific secret section¡ªLing Qingyu really wanted to experice such euphoria from these zones.


    Wh she realized the sides of her breasts were fondled, her body jerked and she raised her head.


    "Are you okay, Miss Ling? Is there any difort?" One of them asked and her smile cated Ling Qingyu.


    She shook her head. Could Ling Qingyu admit she was too ssitive? She returned to her posture and awaited the next steps.


    After a while, Ling Qingyu noticed her mysterious area was now be brushed albeit softly and she oped her eyes.


    "Miss Ling, do you also want us to proceed to the next step," The masseur asked with a knowing smile and Ling Qingyu blushed more.


    Although she really craved to experice pleasures and find out what wom felt since everything was guinely new to her, Ling Qingyu still preferred to be conservative currtly.


    She mouthed: "No thanks, though I wish to¡­but I''ve some works toplete. Just keep everything normal for now."


    The girl who asked her nodded and replied: "Okay, Miss Ling, we''ll follow your request. We can provide any service any time you want to."


    "Hmm¡­" Ling Qingyu turned her face away wh she heard the emphasis on ''any service'', not daring to look again.


    What aplete loser, she scoffed at her cowardice but helpless. Her ears ev listed to the muffled giggles from the girls a.


    Two hours passed and there was no movemt inside the room, apart from Ling Qingyu''s gtle breathing.


    ¡­


    Outside the manor, Zhao Xiurong and Su Ruomei''s party arrived before the gate, stopped by the guards. Although they had told their idtities, it wasn''t any use. They had tried calling Ling Qingyu, but to no avail. Ling Qingyu''s phone was in silt mode.


    Fortunately, the female guard was polite and asked them to wait patitly, while she connected the telephone lines inside the manor for further inquiry.


    Soon, the group was allowed to ter and exited their vehicles. Zhao Xiurong, Su Ruomei, Jiang Yu, and the three girls marveled at the grandiosity and sighed at the rich''s spding beyond understanding.


    Well, Zhao Xiurong and Su Ruomei didn''t have too much change in their expression. Of course, as part of the culture, they didn''t forget to bring gifts to honor Ling Qingyu''s new residce.


    Out of everyone, Su Ruomei appeared the strangest. Her high ergy received nces a. Jiang Yu wanted to p the back of Su Ruomei''s head; it was naturally done in her dream.


    Since leaving thepany, Su Ruomei was excited way beyond her eptance. Jiang Yu had never se her sister behaving to this extreme. She had asked but only got a reply¡ªa secret, you''ll knowter.


    In fact, if one understood the reason for Su Ruomei''s excitemt, they wouldn''t be surprised.


    Su Ruomei asked for help from someone from her family to investigate the backg of Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue. Her family influce wasn''t ordinary and everyone was aware of it on the surface.


    If not for her family backg, she would never be discharged from the military so simply without further punishmt.


    She kicked the lifeblood of a scum who harassed her sister Jiang Yu; the culprit was the only son and one could imagine the wrath of his parts. Harass might be an understatemt here; if she wer''t fortunate to somehow sse something wrong at that time, Jiang Yu would no longer be the real her.


    She never regretted her action in the past. Never will.


    If it wasn''t for awful order presiding in the modern era, she would''ve killed him long ago.


    Ev th despite her family''s big status, it had to relinquish some rights to protect her if she were to stay in the military career. So, she simply left her favorite job along with like-minded sisters and worked under Ling Qingyu¡ªa routine workspace in the bodyguard industry for most of the discharged or retired soldiers.


    To fulfill her responsibilities, she always investigated anyone approaching or nearing Ling Qingyu. The rough results showed no surprise except for overseas ancit martial arts families.


    In front of Tang Ziyi, her heart always said she couldn''t resist as if she was facing a prehistoric beast, suppressing her. She had never felt it except for the times with her interaction with special force members.


    Tang Ziyi exuded more than those aura albeit subtly. If no one paid scrutiny, they would never notice her hidd monster state.


    However, Su Ruomei''s sixth sse was certain, something was amiss with Tang Ziyi and she dove deeper. She asked for help from a cousin and received the information this morning. Xiao Yue had nothing new but Tang Ziyi''s check had a differce.


    What''s more, it wasn''t too much hidd anyway¡ªjust a cover-up. Any intelligce service could gather this information; it seemed Tang Ziyi didn''t bother to hide either.


    Su Ruomei was dumbfounded at first sight of Tang Ziyi''s biography andter became ecstatic. Her eyes filled with worship and eager to speak with her again.


    Although they were familiar with each other in the past few days, she had never discussed her expertise with Tang Ziyi. Now that she had another opportunity for an in-depth exchange, she wasn''t going to let it go.


    The group tered the trance under the guidance of the maids and took their seats in the living room, their eyes non-stop wandering across the room, while the maids informed the owner.


    "How rich is our Presidt Ling?" Su Ruomei clicked her tongue. "This has to cost at least a billion yuan."


    "A billion!" Jiang Yu eximed and the three girls also behaved simrly. Ev if they worked overtime without rest for their whole life, they would never earn this sheer wealth.


    "Probably a that," Zhao Xiurong agreed. "I''m not including maintance and sry fees each year yet. Wh did you be so eager to visit Ling Qingyu, Sister Su?"


    Su Ruomei gave an expression¡ªtime will tell, causing Zhao Xiurong to roll her eyes. So perfunctory.

 Chapter 63: Ling Qingyu jealous of Tang Ziyi

    Ling Qingyu stretched herself up as she was wok up by the maid¡ªvisitors had arrived. It appeared Zhao Xiurong or Su Ruomei''s group came.


    How many hours had she spt? Ling Qingyu nced at the nearby clock and grabbed her phone to see any updates.


    5:30 in the eving.


    Numerous notifications popped up continuously; it looked like they came wh she was in deep sleep.


    The maid who reported her, took care of everything, ev her previous clothes. Ling Qingyu wt out in her towel and followed the maid.


    Ling Qingyu felt her body lighted and refreshed like never before. The crisp ssation inside, she longed for more. Ling Qingyuughed at herself¡ªshe should prevt overindulgce.


    After a few minutes, she saw a tour group guided by Lin Xiao, who was patitly exining any question thedies asked.


    Her butler must be in the busiest state today. Overall, from the geral impression of the servants here, Ling Qingyu nodded her head at their working attitude and skills.


    She must admit, they were worth the money paid. Although the early six months'' sries were paid by the agcy as a fridly gift, Ling Qingyu must prepare for the future.


    The urge to expand her finance burned in her heart more. To live morefortably, one should seek more wealth.


    Every aspect Ling Qingyu joyed in this manor was the literal burning money machine, including the human staff¡ªthey roughly added-up -4 million yuan annually. It was an approximate estimation.


    Watching Ling Qingyu''s trance, everyone was thralled and stopped short of their words until Ling Qingyu coughed.


    The alluring temperamt in her towel attire still captivated the audice ev if they were wom. Her warm blushed skin, looming thighs, and cleavage. Her strides purposeful and elegant.


    Ling Qingyu was no longer embarrassed after expericing once in a previous massage session.


    "I see, everyone is excited. Do you joy the view here?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "It''s worth it." Zhao Xiurong gave a simple reply. Ling Qingyu nodded and thanked her too.


    "If not for your work, how could I discover this pce-style?" Ling Qingyu was indeed grateful. Since day one, she was throwing off her work to her subordinate¡ªher secretary who neverined a single word.


    Her eyes on the three girls, Ling Qingyu gave an apologetic face. "I''ve to apologize, you three girls. For some reason, I cannot release you as if nothing happs to protect our privacy and secrets. I hope you don''t take too much offse."


    Wang Xiurong, holding the other two girls'' hands, replied her gratefulness andprehsion for Ling Qingyu''s action.


    Indeed, the three were the only witnesses who could guide the true perpetrators, who messed a the whole city and created an undercurrt.


    As long as someone who had malice toward Ling Qingyu''s group got hold of them, the unfavorable urrce was a sure thing. Ling Qingyu must prevt a slight possibility from happing.


    Her action was uwful and no differt from coerced confinemt. Ling Qingyu''s apology was sincere and everyone here ssed it.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes turned strange after she noticed Su Ruomei looking over her arm and followed her direction. There was no one there.


    Wh she recovered her sight, she found Su Ruomei bing sad, not excited as before her arrival.


    Okay! What''s the matter here, Ling Qingyu thought. It seems Su Ruomei was never delighted to see her.


    "Sister Su appears unhappy, seeing my presce." Ling Qingyu scoffed. The others who were aware of Su Ruomei''s psychology gloated, hiding theirughter.


    "Of course not, Presidt Ling." Su Ruomei regained herposure and replied. "Your brand new home took away my atttion. Congrattions!"


    Along with Su Ruomei''s words, the other also congratted Ling Qingyu, whose mind was feeling funny, because she received several congrattions within a small time frame.


    Congrattions on this, congrattion on that, and so on from everyone.


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu calmed the ergetic group down and said tonight would be her treat.


    Noting that everyone was about to proceed, Su Ruomei interrupted. "Presidt Ling, where''s Sister Tang?"


    Her question caused Ling Qingyu''s brain to pause. Out of nowhere, Su Ruomei asked for Tang Ziyi. She noticed they wer''t deeply familiar. Why was it now Su Ruomei showed eagerness?


    Ling Qingyu had fall asleep for a couple of hours and thest time she saw Tang Ziyi was her steps toward the gym.


    Ling Qingyu looked at Lin Xiao and questioned her with a simple nce. The only one who might have all the situational awaress of the manor was the butler before Ling Qingyu.


    Lin Xiao nodded and spoke into her Bluetooth earpiece connected to a walkie-talkie. Of course, the tradition had to change with times, to follow the trd.


    There wasn''t a need for a messger wh a simple call could do the job. Lin Xiao pressed the device lightly, probably conctrating on the message.


    "Miss Tang''s walking a our perimeter and talking with the guards. One of the maids is nearby. Would you like to call her here?" Lin Xiao reported what she found.


    Ling Qingyu nodded. She understood what Tang Ziyi was currtly on. Simple security surveince and check.


    Tang Ziyi was a person who made others felt unreliable wh she spoke but her action surged confidce.


    "What about Miss Xiao, the shorter one? Is she with Sister Tang?" Ling Qingyu asked curiously.


    Lin Xiao inquired Ling Qingyu''s question and said after a while. "She''s at the highest floor, gazing at the sunset."


    "Call them both to the living room please."


    "Much obliged, Miss." Lin Xiao curtsied her head a little.


    On the side, Su Ruomei''s eyes lit up with fire and her stare on Ling Qingyu brought goosebumps.


    Ling Qingyu rubbed her skin to push aside the weird ssation and asked. "What''s the matter with you, Sister Su?"


    "Ahem¡­Presidt Ling, do you really know what Sister Tang does or do you already have an idea?" Su Ruomei asked thusiastically, her hands fiddling and interlocking the fingers.


    "Hmm¡­" This question stomped Ling Qingyu a momt. After a brief hesitation, Ling Qingyu nodded. Su Ruomei likely had found out.


    Ling Qingyu oped her mouth and suddly stopped. She remembered. Su Ruomei in front of her was also a martial artist maniac. Well, sort of.


    She idolized strong fighters. Tang Ziyi''s backg might''ve attracted her worshiping trait. Ling Qingyu ev vied Tang Ziyi¡ªonly a few days, she already received two girls'' interest or maybe ev five, after also noticing the expectation from the girls, Tang Ziyi had rescued.


    That''s a whole package!


    F@ck! This damn girl attracted more girls than her. She wasn''t jealous, she wasn''t. Ling Qingyu brushed her chest a few times inside her mtal journey.


    Well, fortunately, her secretary wasn''t robbed. She must set up a defsive fce against Tang Ziyi.


    Otherwise, she would''ve nowhere to cry if someone she liked was gone. She had no idea why she looked more attractive but Tang Ziyi possessed more maic aura.

 Chapter 64: Su Ruomei challenged Tang Ziyi

    Oh! How much Ling Qingyu wished to beat up Tang Ziyi whever such an idea popped up inside her head? Sadly, she could only dream about it.


    Ling Qingyu predicted what was on Su Ruomei''s mood. She desired to challge Tang Ziyi in a fight. Not 0 perct sure but she guessed most of it.


    Ling Qingyu would definitely cheer on Su Ruomei''s side if it were to happ. To teach Tang Ziyi a lesson and prevt her from acting arrogant, Su Ruomei must win.


    However, despite uncountable wishes, Ling Qingyu understood it wasn''t simply possible. Look at the traits and abilities¡ªexperice, training method, years of disciplined exercise.


    Nothing from Su Ruomei couldpare to the tails of Tang Ziyi''s existce. Although Ling Qingyu hoped for a tiny probability, it was an extravagant wish.


    Nobody said another word as they waited for the other two to arrive. Soon after, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue tered the hall, guided by the maids.


    Ling Qingyu apuded her servants inside the manor to work out the tirework of differt paths in such a short period of time. They knew the manor better than the owner herself.


    Now, ev though Su Ruomei had never mtioned she craved to duel, Ling Qingyu expected them to show off. She had se Su Ruomei''s skills but only partially.


    She never exerted her full pottial before Ling Qingyu, most attributed to never ever meeting a dangerous situation. Ling Qingyu was clearly aware, that might change in the future.


    So in this possible duel, Ling Qingyu loved to observe Su Ruomei''s skills more thoroughly and also understood what level Tang Ziyi stood at.


    Perhaps she knew more about Su Ruomei than Tang Ziyi, whose skills Ling Qingyu really had to admit. Who else could bring arge gang to its knees solely in spite of another Xiao Yue''s presce?


    Tang Ziyi''s eyes redded and Ling Qingyu noticed it. She looked weary and exhausted, rubbing her eyes and nose, but her stature remained strong and stoic.


    In contrast, Xiao Yue was as lively as she could be, her excitemt ceased to dissipate since her feetnded on this manor.


    "Have a seat and Sister Tang, please take care of yourself not to tire out." Ling Qingyu reminded, after she gestured for the two to sit down.


    "I''m fine, this amount of ergy is nothing. Routine, routine." Tang Ziyi muttered while she leaned on the couch. Xiao Yue sat down with the three girls, whispering nonstop.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t bother to care about their topics. Xiao Yue''s addition also alleviated the pressure these girls faced.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes caught Su Ruomei leering at Tang Ziyi at first sight. Right, it was leer with devotion, not stare.


    Ling Qingyu allocated the degree of eye contact. Tang Ziyi also felt the burning nce but she ignored it after knowing who it was.


    "Although I don''t like to disturb your work, but one of thedies you know here wants to meet with you." Ling Qingyu exined.


    "Who? Me?" Tang Ziyi pointed at herself with a pair of bewildered eyes. Xiao Yue also gazed over here.


    "It''s me." Su Ruomei said raising her hand and waving toward Tang Ziyi.


    "Oh, it''s you, Sister Su." Tang Ziyi said with a smile. "What''s the matter?"


    "I never expect our Sister Tang to hide too deeply," Su Ruomei said coquettishly. Ling Qingyu almost choked after seeing such unbearable sces. Imagine a usual cold and handsome woman suddly acted like a little girl.


    Tang Ziyi frowned, not understanding what Su Ruomei meant. Ling Qingyu hinted: "Your backg."


    Tang Ziyi''s eyes turned clear and nodded. Xiao Yue who was puzzled by the evt also understood.


    "What backg? What''s the matter with her?" Zhao Xiurong asked, sitting beside Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu was also in deep thought about whether to say everything. Since there wasn''t any danger in doing so, she should say to an extt.


    "Sister Tang Ziyi has a military backg and Sister Su probably admires her," Ling Qingyu replied


    "Military backg. Sounds so great?" Zhao Xiurong''s eyes begged for more information. "Her family members should be on the upper echelon."


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes. "No, if Sister Tang relied on others and family support, Su Ruomei would never behave like this. You know Sister Tang returned from overseas."


    "Yeah," Zhao Xiurong agreed with Ling Qingyu''s initial statemt. "So what job did she do?"


    "She worked as a mercary for more than 5 years, I don''t remember the exact duration but less than  years for sure." Ling Qingyu rubbed her scalp with her index finger.


    Zhao Xiurong wided her mouth and gasped. Unbelievable, a woman working in this field.


    "I-I-I couldn''t say a w-w-word for a second." Zhao Xiurong stuttered.


    While the two were whispering, Tang Ziyi turned toward Su Ruomei and asked. "Why do you want to see me? I don''t think my work should attract your atttion."


    "Oh¡­You''ve no idea I cannot sleep properly since the time I discover it. By the way, my apology for investigating your past. As security responsible for Presidt Ling, I must try to collect as much information as possible." Su Ruomei replied, brushing her arms repeatedly.


    Tang Ziyi waved off her hand to show she didn''t mind. Everyone a both of them was all on their ears, awaiting what they would say next.


    Those who didn''t know were curious, like Jiang Yu who now found out the reason for her Sister Su''s excitemt.


    "It doesn''t matter; I''ve done the same thing to everyone here too." Tang Ziyi confessed her actions.


    Wh they heard her admit, except for Ling Qingyu, Su Ruomei, Zhao Xiurong and Xiao Yue, everyone''s face wasn''t good. Who wants their past studied by others?


    Nheless, their face soon rxed in understanding. Security procedure would one way or another offd others and no one here was an idiot.


    "Alright. Fair ough. I want topete with you, Sister Tang. Show me your skills." Su Ruomei said, almost shouting. Her fingers crackled as she tighted the two fists.


    "Which one?" Tang Ziyi blinked her eyes. "Vehicle? bomb defusal? Shooting?"


    "Fighting hand CQC." Su Ruomei cut her off before she received another hit on her fragile passion. Too much, why did she include ev bomb?


    "With or without weapons?"


    "Martial arts sparring, only hands."


    "Deal. If you can, why don''t we try now?" Tang Ziyi stood up, cracking her neck.


    "Are you fine with that? I mean you can choose another time if you''re tired. You don''t look too well?"


    "You underestimate me too much youngdy. Today''s activities are nothingpared to what used to be my daily life. Let''s go now." Tang Ziyi smirked.

 Chapter 65: The true reason for Tang Ziyis tireness

    "Sure, if you''re ready." Su Ruomei stood up, her eyes bursting with fighting intt.


    The girls were excited to see a fight was going to take ce. No one was frighted since they knew both Tang Ziyi and Su Ruomei had no malicious inttions.


    Normally, no one liked watching violt sces but the impactful inner drama inside their head drawing the movie-like pictures of the two wom fighting attracted their atttion.


    What''s more, the duel was betwe close ones. Only Ling Qingyu had a headache; why these two suddly looked full of ergy and needed a ce to vt?


    No, not on her new manor. She hadn''t ev spt more than  hours yet and these maniacs wanted to destroy.


    Ev if it were only grasses, she didn''t allow it. Hmph, not on her watch.


    "You two! I don''t care if you wanna fight, don''t do it on my manor. You''re paying if you break a single piece!" Ling Qingyu yelled out her warning, beckoning the girls'' atttion.


    Zhao Xiurong chuckled at Ling Qingyu''s behavior of protecting her belongings like a child worried the new toy might get destroyed by her frids.


    Indeed, the toy nearly cost  billion yuan. One imperfection would drop the beauty level. On the other hand, Jiang Yu felt regretful the expected fight might not appear. She was wholeheartedly supporting her sister.


    Su Ruomei sighed as if her dream was mmed into nothing, while Xiao Yue''s face got interested as minutes passed by.


    Tang Ziyi''s expression never changed and said. "Hey, boss. Don''t worry, I swear nothing will break. We''re fighting in the gym, where everything is prepared."


    "Isn''t that the same?" Ling Qingyu asked with a pair of rolling eyes.


    "Of course not. I bought some stuff in case someone wants to practice fighting and prepare everything for it. Although I hav''tpleted, the ara is ough for us two." Tang Ziyi repliedzily as she stretched her muscle.


    Ev though she looked nonchnt, her eyes showed otherwise¡ªshe also wanted to test the capabilities of Su Ruomei too.


    Ling Qingyu shut her mouth wh she heard Tang Ziyi''s reply. She didn''t know what her confidante had done during the time of her leisurely joymt.


    Since Tang Ziyi promised her worries wer''t going to happ, she let go.


    "Alright th, Let''s go to the gym. I also want to see our sisters'' fighting talts." Ling Qingyu got out of her seat and said.


    Everybody stepped toward the destination and the group arrived at their destination after a while.


    The gym was located on the bottom floor and Ling Qingyu was dumbfounded at the first sight. This wasn''t what she saw a few hours ago.


    Perhaps her reaction was too obvious to her butler, Lin Xiao added: "Miss Tang organized everything from scratch and anyck of equipmt was quickly filled."


    Gosh! What happed? It was only a few hours and there was a colossal differce. Ling Qingyu scratched the back of her head and twirled her hair.


    Now she understood why Tang Ziyi''s eyes turned red. No wonder with this huge loads of arrangemt work without rest, it wasn''t strange.


    To think her confidante was tired from security work and feeling incredibly guilty, Ling Qingyu extinguished the idea of giving gifts and her neck twitched. Give her back the wasted conscice.


    Ling Qingyu sighed and shook her head, hearing Tang Ziyi say from the side. "I bought it myself. How''s it, not bad, huh? By the way, I''ve giv your butler a receipt. Put it in my bank ount the amount I spt."


    Ling Qingyu choked and coughed, turning her sight away. What the heck! She bought what she liked and Ling Qingyu had to pay.


    She admitted the cost was nothing to her and this might be useful in the future. Tang Ziyi''s action had facilitated her n all along¡ªtraining herself and the other guards.


    "Alright." Ling Qingyu couldn''t say against Tang Ziyi, especially after watching her clched fist waving in her direction several times.


    A concession was the correct choice.


    Nheless, the new gym outlook was wonderful; Ling Qingyu didn''t dy it. In addition to the equipmt, there was ample space, covered with a soft cushion mattress.


    Ling Qingyu used to see those in martial arts academy or something, to prevt someone from getting injured by the fall.


    Dark blue mattresses took up all the edges of the existing space, its walls on the three sides sured by mirrors. Ling Qingyumted Tang Ziyi for taking up all the avable space without hesitation.


    Anyhow all the girls marveled at Tang Ziyi''s fast preparation. Tang Ziyi called Su Ruomei away and they disappeared into a room.


    From their voices, Ling Qingyu thought they were changing into suitable dresses for sparring.


    After they came out in ck and  uniforms as Ling Qingyu expected and quickly got in ce.


    The others also quiet down to watch the next sce, ev Lin Xiao was also excited. The momtum gathering betwe the two could be felt by everyone a.


    Ling Qingyu already imagined Su Ruomei pped to the g by one-handed Tang Ziyi and she looked forward to it.


    Now both Tang Ziyi and Su Ruomei were looking at one another in the eyes, driving the air a at each other. Eyes sharp and focused.


    Tang Ziyi made a normal stance, her arms up, knees bt a little like a cat about to pounce on its prey. Su Ruomei acted also simrly, except that her arms seemed to be shaking in contrast to the calm andposed Tang Ziyi''s posture.


    From excitemt or from nervousness, nobody was clear; only Su Ruomei might know herself.


    She put up a convtional boxer stance, slowly shifting her feet and circling a Tang Ziyi for a better position.


    Tang Ziyi raised her two hands in front of her chest like a cat''s paws. Her stance didn''t resemble any martial arts and she also maneuvered matching her oppont''s movemt.


    For a while,  took the initiative, circling a, watching for any loopholes and opportunities.


    Well, it was only Su Ruomei''s perspective. Tang Ziyi appeared nonchnt in her response except to rotate her body toward Su Ruomei''s changing direction.


    Su Ruomei''s mind raced as she tried to match her oppont. She knew Tang Ziyi''s resume as a formidable fighter and the pressure to prove herself was immse.


    Her heart pounded as she analyzed her opponts, searching for any weakness to exploit. A part of her felt unsure how this fridly duel would unfold.


    Despite her nerves, she was determined to give her best in this fridly match and learned from Tang Ziyi''s expertise, including testing out the water.


    While the audice from the sidelines cheered inwardly for the respective fighters, Ling Qingyu''s heart felt slightly disappointed¡ªthe imagined script didn''t go as expected¡ªand Xiao Yue noticed it immediately.


    She came over and said from the side. "Why? What''s with your disappointmt?"


    "Huh, no." Ling Qingyu shook her hand in refusal. "I thought Sister Tang would show a grandmaster posture, fighting with one hand with the other behind her back or both hands off, only using her body."


    Xiao Yue chuckled and lost control for a momt. Fortunately, the two near-silt conversation wasn''t noticed by the rest.


    "Are you nuts? Su Ruomei is also a practitioner; ev with Tang Ziyi''s strgth, she must never be underestimated. She could release water but cannot treat it as a child y." Xiao Yue gave her opinion. "The sces which you thought only ur if an adult bullies a child."


    Ling Qingyu pouted as she could no longer experice a peerless ancit master style first-hand, which was regretful wh she had se in Eastern martial arts movies in her past life.


    Life is like a movie, which never resembles one.


    "Hmm¡­It seems someone loses patice." Xiao Yue uttered. "The exchange is going to start."


    Ling Qingyu turned her eyes back to the two protagonists.

 Chapter 66: Su Ruomei vs Tang Ziyi

    A silt dance, a battle of wits and instincts. As if responding to Xiao Yue''s calction, Su Ruomei made the first move, darting forward with a lightning-fast jab.


    Tang Ziyi slightly moved her head back, missing the oing punch merely inches away.


    The air blew Tang Ziyi''s hair away from her face and the oing wind caused by the punch didn''t ev make her eyes blink for the slightest momt as if it never existed.


    It showed how much force was garnered in a simple testing jab. Apart from being able to know Tang Ziyi''s calmness and quick reaction, Su Ruomei gained nothing.


    The two resumed their distance. She was testing Su Ruomei''s strgth without any moves from her side. The first exchange was over.


    Su Ruomei lunged forward and threw abination of punches, aiming at Tang Ziyi''s head and torso. None evernded on the target.


    Tang Ziyi dodged with elegant posture, without breaking a sweat. Her nimble footwork effortlessly sidestepped these attacks, her movemts like water flowing a a rock.


    Su Ruomei was frustrated at her failed attacks yet her heart churned with more fighting intt. Her eyes brighted as she was d to unleash her full force to test herself. Never was she sofortable with her body.


    Tang Ziyi naturally noticed her oppont''s state of mind and praised Su Ruomei inwardly.


    Having measured Su Ruomei''s strgth roughly, Tang Ziyi already had an estimate. "Sister Su should not worry about hurting me. You better exert your full pottial."


    Su Ruomei nodded and she didn''t regard Tang Ziyi''s words as arrogance. This time, she didn''t control her force and released all her strgth.


    She attacked again, with a series of rapid punches. Tang Ziyi continued to evade Su Ruomei''s strikes, her movemt fluid and graceful. She weaved in and out, almost dancing with her oppont.


    It was like watching a masterful performance, a disy of martial arts finesse. Tang Ziyi parried Su Ruomei''s strikes with her palm gtly wh required, but most of the time, she relied on her dodging skills.


    Su Ruomei was impressed by Tang Ziyi''s skills and speed. She knew her idol was holding back, giving her a chance to showcase her own abilities.


    She turned her body to the side andunched a powerful house kick, aiming for Tang Ziyi''s head.


    Tang Ziyi leaned her body back, using her strong waist muscle, the kick narrowly missing her nose. Now was the time for her counterattack.


    She leaped close and pressed her heel against Su Ruomei''s kneepit of the leg, used as a pivot for a previous kick albeit gtly. Su Ruomei was aware of the danger as she missed her kicks.


    The retraction phase was the most dangerous and every fighter polished themselves to quick the process. Su Ruomei''s retraction of her leg was fast but Tang Ziyi was faster.


    Received a slight kick to her knees, Su Ruomei lost her bnce and tumbled to the floor. She rolled backward, creating a distance, and recovered quickly back to her fighting stance.


    "Whew!" Su Ruomei exhaled her breath wh she noticed Tang Ziyi didn''t follow up with a new attack. She wiped the sweat off her forehead.


    Tang Ziyi''s smile remained the same. Ev during the fight, she ceased to change her expression.


    Jiang Yu clched her fist, her eyes filled with worries. From her perspective, Su Ruomei had utilized her full pottial. It seemed her sister was weaker than Tang Ziyi.


    Ev th she still supported Sister Su in her heart and waited in anticipation for the following exchange.


    Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue had no change in their expression; they had already expected such results. Su Ruomei was at a disadvantage, ev if Tang Ziyi''s attack released some water.


    The only surprise Ling Qingyu had was Su Ruomei''s slder figure possessing a huge amount of force inside.


    Watching those momts, the destructive power gerated by her fist blew Tang Ziyi''s hair away, she had no idea how much Su Ruomei could exert if it wasn''t for the sparring before her.


    She found she had underestimated Su Ruomei''s prowess and likely the rest of her personal bodyguards. She eyed Jiang Yu.


    Perhaps, this unconfidt little girl was also strong inbat too. Appearance looked deceiving. The ancit reminders were true.


    As for Tang Ziyi, forget about it. Ling Qingyu wouldn''t be surprised if she saw light footwork Kung Fu like in those movies. For the gods, you should no longer find something topare.


    Tang Ziyi already found what martial art forms, Su Ruomei had studied¡ªMuay Thai kickboxing, and Chinese military boxing.


    Now she was going to use the same styles to spar with Su Ruomei. She stepped forward quickly and jumped,unching a flurry of flying kicks in the air. One, two, three.


    Usually, Tang Ziyi would never allow her feet away from the g but since the fight was only a sparring session, she didn''t care anymore.


    Su Ruomei blocked those kicks with her arms and retreated a few steps but Tang Ziyi hadn''t finished yet. As soon as she nted her feet, she struck with quick house kicks to the side, twice in a row, the lower and upper body of her oppont.


    Su Ruomei again staggered and felt her arms and thighs numbed from the impact. She was reltless, refusing to back down. She was determined to prove herself to her idol.


    With a burst of ergy, she prepared tounch another attack but Tang Ziyi appeared before her and gave a front kick.


    Su Ruomei gasped after she was forced back a few steps. She realized Tang Ziyi was using the same style as her. She wided her eyes in astonishmt at Tang Ziyi''s ability.


    She who understood Tang Ziyi''s backg knew more. It was also a rare opportunity to polish her skills.


    The sparring session continued, each girl trading blows with the other, the impact echoing through the gym, neither giving an inch, ev including elbows and knees in their attacks. Su Ruomei pushed herself to the limits, trying to keep up with Tang Ziyi''s skill and experice.


    Su Ruomei feinted her moves many times, trying to gauge Tang Ziyi''s reaction. It was like tangling with a phantom¡ªevery time Su Ruomei thought she had a read on a fraction of her oppont, Tang Ziyi would smoothly evade or counter.


    Su Ruomei''s strikes were swift and powerful; Tang Ziyi matched her movemts with grace and precision.


    Time seemed to blur as both girlspletely immersed in the battle. The onlookers were mesmerized by the disy of skills¡ªit was a rare sight to witness a fierce and yet harmonious match.


    In the d, the spar came to a close, both Tang Ziyi and Su Ruomei stood side by side. Their bodies glisted with sweat and their hearts pounding in exhration. They exchange a knowing nod, a silt acknowledgmt of the respect.


    The atmosphere in the gym was electric, and ev the girls a were caught up in the excitemt. As the girls erupted into cheers and apuse, Su Ruomei felt a sse of aplishmt and relief.


    She understood herself more and gained a lot from the spar thanks to Tang Ziyi. Her eyes filled with gratitude wh she looked at Tang Ziyi.


    What she discovered was only a few sweats on Tang Ziyi''s body andparing herself, who was drched all over.


    Su Ruomei''s mouth twitched. She had spt every ounce and it seemed to have cost only a small proportion from Tang Ziyi.


    Her previous sse of aplishmt wt away without a trace.

 Chapter 67: Su Ruomei almost cusses out

    Tang Ziyi almostughed out, watching Su Ruomei''s expression, and controlled herself quickly. To avoid making her oppont ashamed, Tang Ziyi stepped forward and hugged over the shoulders, patting Su Ruomei in the process.


    Their rtionship got closer after a sparring fight. Tang Ziyi spoke: "You''re good. Brilliant awaress and instincts. Techniques nothing to say."


    Su Ruomei rolled her eyes and asked out in curiosity. "If you didn''t copy my styles and use all your strgth, how long will Ist?"


    Ev though from the outside, the fight wt back and forth, Su Ruomei''s brain was very clear. She wasn''t arrogant to believe she could match Tang Ziyi.


    Hearing this question, Tang Ziyi was stunned and paused for a while as if calcting the result.


    Tang Ziyi''s mind was in conflict about whether to tell her the truth but Su Ruomei''s persistt eyes spoke everything.


    "Well, honestly, if I exert 0 perct, since the time you threw a jab at the start of the match, you''re floored." Tang Ziyi finally admitted.


    Su Ruomei''s mouth twitched. Consider she never asked in the first ce. "How''s that possible?"


    "The momt you were about to throw a jab, I''ve already predicted it." Tang Ziyi replied. "I could''ve tak you down right th. Se through by your opponts mean your defeat is not far away."


    Tang Ziyi shrugged her shoulders, her face exhibiting inne as if she wasn''t the one who said a depressing situation.


    Su Ruomei rubbed Tang Ziyi''s arms with her hand and asked. "Th, is it possible for me to reach your level?"


    Tang Ziyi smiled at the cute Su Ruomei''s behavior and nodded. "With more practice and years of experice, you''ll reach the goals you set or ev surpass them."


    "Stop sayingforting words. Without proper guidance, I might be moving in a circle," Su Ruomei said, after separating herself from Tang Ziyi.


    What She stated was the truth and Tang Ziyi didn''t attempt to rebut. Su Ruomei thought for a momt before speaking. "How about you consider training me and the rest of the guard units, Sister Ziyi? Can I call that?"


    "Of course you can call me Ziyi. I''m happy to have another close frid. About your question, I think our boss has the same idea." Tang Ziyi''s reply brighted Su Ruomei''s eyes. Thinking about the future, her group''sbat capabilities increased and becameparable with international special forces, she wanted to shriek out.


    Tang Ziyi continued. "Not to mtion, ev without her, I might teach you dly, including your frids. I''ve missed my past days abusing..eh¡­ahem¡­training soldiers into an elite tier¡­Hehe.."


    Su Ruomei''s eyelids twitched hearing Tang Ziyi say out in this way. Why she found all of a sudd, Tang Ziyi looked unreliable? And what''s with the cold temperature a?


    She never expected her sweat to evaporate this fast. Su Ruomei shook out the weird thoughts going in a crooked direction.


    "For now, can you tell what I''mcking Sister Ziyi?" Su Ruomei shook Tang Ziyi''s arm as she posed her question.


    "Not much. I think experice is what you''recking at the momt." Tang Ziyi was serious wh she answered the question. "Don''t look at my age, I''ve fought multiple opponts at the same level during my growth stage and you should know some of it. It''s uncountable. Let''s say, Sister Su, you should have only fought against a handful of opponts like us right?


    I think most of them have lower skills than yours. I didn''t mean it''s good to experice battles in life¡­"


    Su Ruomei listed and nodded in agreemt. "Don''t Sister Su. Why don''t you also call me Ruomei?"


    While the two bickered, Jiang Yu came in with a worried face. "Sister Ruomei, do you suffer any injuries? Anything to heal you. Gosh! Look at these marks."


    Hearing Jiang Yu speak, Su Ruomei and Tang Ziyi studied their bodies and noticed some bruise marks on Su Ruomei''s skin.


    Some were swoll blue and Su Ruomei didn''t feel a thing if not for the anxious Jiang Yu groping a. Tang Ziyi also found some redded areas on her skin too.


    "Don''t worry, little sister. These injuries, a warm bath, some ointmt and massage will do the work. Nothing serious with your sior sister." Tang Ziyi soothed Jiang Yu.


    Among the onlookers, Ling Qingyu felt excited at the on-site experice. The two''s continuous blows still reverberated in her mind.


    Wh she looked at her suring, she found new members among the audice. There were maids, whispering into each other''s ears. Ev manor security members were here too.


    In contrast to the maids, their expressions had ack of confidce. After ncing at Tang Ziyi and Su Ruomei, Ling Qingyu understood their anxiety andughed a little.


    One of them walked toward her, her face grim. Worries flooded out of her eyes as she discovered Ling Qingyu''s eyes on her.


    Ling Qingyu had a huge desire to joke a but decided against it. It appeared more worrisome, whether her teasing might break the pitiful guard.


    "Hello Miss Ling, my name is Xu Xian. I''m the head of manor securities. It''s¡­" Seeing Xu Xian hesitant in her speech, Ling Qingyu patted her shoulders to assure her guards.


    For Ling Qingyu, it was already rare to find female guards. How could she allow them to leave? They were precious resources despite their currt capabilities.


    "Alright, I know your group''s worries. It''s never going to happ. None of you will lose the job as long as your loyalties didn''t wane." Ling Qingyu said. "It doesn''t matter if your abilities didn''t meet their requiremts. Your qualifications are still there. It''s hard to find females in your profession nowadays, especially with your strong physique."


    Ling Qingyu pointed her finger in the direction of Tang Ziyi and Su Ruomei. "You can''tpare to them. They''re ex-military and it''s impossible to match yours with theirs. But in theing days, you''ll be training like you''re in the military and have skills like them. Is that fine by your group?"


    Xu Xian beamed with a smile as soon as she heard Ling Qingyu''s stce. She bowed and said. "Of course, it''s more than perfect. Thank you for giving us the opportunity."


    Ling Qingyu nodded at her and watched her leave with herpanions. Perhaps finding a job was hard these days, Ling Qingyumted.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t know their upations didn''t suffer ack of customers most of the time. The female guards were merely reluctant to leave a customer like Ling Qingyu¡ªmost wom''s idol.


    After observing Ling Qingyu''s behavior roughly, her appeal rose among the manor workers. They could judge she was a sincere and most wanted boss, one would expect or dream of.


    Ling Qingyu regained consciousness after seeing Zhao Xiuronging to her side.


    "Exciting sce to watch before I go," Zhao Xiurong said. "I didn''t expect Sister Tang to be handsome. Boss Ling hid a lot."


    Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched. WTF, another girl grasped by Tang Ziyi?


    "Hey! Our secretary is a talt too. The boss could never let go of her." Ling Qingyu teased back. "Why don''t you stay a little longer? Ev sleeping here is fine too."


    "Don''t joke a, Sister Ling. I''ve got an old mother waiting for me back home." Zhao Xiurong shook her head.


    "Th, why don''t you also bring her here tomorrow and stayed together." Ling Qingyu gave a suggestion.


    "Please, staying here didn''t appear good."


    "Sister Zhao, why do you say it like that? Remember my mother and aunt, they didn''tmunicate much with outside, except your mother. My elders would be delighted to see your mother." Ling Qingyu kept persuading.


    This time Zhao Xiurong didn''t refuse head-on. "I''ll ask my mom about that and list to her opinion."


    "Why ask? You should just bring her over." Ling Qingyu persisted.


    "Alright, Sister Ling. I better get going before it''s toote. I almost forgot to greet your elders, where are they?"


    The two wt speechless. Ling Qingyu also didn''t know. Since she woke up, she hadn''t se them.


    Zhao Xiurong''s corner of the mouth trembled. What a filial daughter before her, who didn''t ev know her elders'' whereabouts.

 Chapter 68: Discussion

    The two still watched each other in the eyes. Silt. Ling Qingyu was the first to avert the staring contest under the ming eyes of Zhao Xiurong.


    "It doesn''t matter, I can call Lin Xiao for the task." Ling Qingyu gave an excuse.


    Zhao Xiurong rolled her eyes. "The area a here is spldid. I might buy one of the vis and be your neighbor."


    Ling Qingyu immediately regained her ergy. "Th do it. I''ll gift one of them to you so that you can move out soon."


    Zhao Xiurong''s mind wt nk. What did she hear?


    "Did you just say gifting me?" Zhao Xiurong wanted to confirm again.


    "Yes, I did. I bought all the vis a this huge manor and make thisnd a private property." Ling Qingyu said with a proud face.


    Zhao Xiurong only showed a wide-oped mouth in response. Th, sheshed her palm on Ling Qingyu''s shoulder.


    "Why are you wasting money? That money should have more use than the vis here!" She screamed while she hit. Hmm¡­It was more like a silt screech.


    Ling Qingyu had to quickly cate her angry secretary. "Hey, Hey! Calm down! There''re people a. You know my character. I never do something that is inefficit."


    Zhao Xiurong exhaled her angry breath and slowly figured it out. Ling Qingyu should never do something wasteful; there must be something hidd under the sleeve.


    Ling Qingyu added: "You''ve se those millions I''ve st, right? Yeah, there''re several times more in my pocket. You need not worry about my wealth. So, what I want to say is if you like this residtial area,e and live in it. Don''t hesitate."


    Zhao Xiurong didn''t say anymore. It appeared she was also considering what Ling Qingyu spoke.


    In the d, Secretary Zhao finally said. "Alright, I''ll ask my Mom. But I''ll be paying rt or ev considering buying it."


    "No need, Sister Zhao. Ar''t we close? Give me this face." Ling Qingyu wanted to refuse before being stopped again.


    "Of course, Sister Ling. But one inch is an inch. It''s not good for certain aspects to affect our rtionship. It''s best to be clean and have principle."


    Ling Qingyu sighed. "As you wish but my final offer¡ªa fridly price."


    Zhao Xiurong nodded.


    Ling Qingyu said after a pause. "By the way, ar''t your saying about an inch should be a yard instead? One yard is a yard. Why did it be smaller?"


    "Because I''m more principle and strict with myself." Zhao Xiurong joked.


    Ling Qingyu and Zhao Xiurong burst outughing together covering their mouths.


    The reason why Ling Qingyu urged and liked the wom a to live nearby was to prevt the hands of certain protagonists from reaching over them.


    Where would she cry if one day they were tak by or met a humanoid female ma? It''s better to nullify ev the slightest chance of possibility.


    Later, Zhao Xiurong said goodbye and left. Ling Qingyu still realized the murmurs andmotions a hadn''t ded.


    It seemed the mes of excitemt failed to extinguish itself. She wt to Xiao Yue for a more detailed analysis of previous sparring.


    Listing to Xiao Yue''s description, she understood Tang Ziyi released too much water. Ling Qingyu initially only thought Tang Ziyi only utilized 60-70 perct. She was way wrong.


    Tang Ziyi was actually mtoring Su Ruomei during the spar. She never realized if it wasn''t for Xiao Yue''s reminder. She thought the fight was damn exhrating.


    "Sister Tang vs Sister Su¡ªthere''re so many hidd under the fight. If not I hav''t se her fight clearly in the past few days, I''ll never understand the situation clearly as of today." Xiao Yue said.


    Ling Qingyu agreed with her statemt. Before she was about to speak, another voice interrupted their discussion.


    "Excuse me, Presidt Ling and Sister Xiao, it''s Sister Su vs Sister Tang." Turning their heads together, the speaker was Jiang Yu. Wh did she get here? Both were surprised.


    Ling Qingyu asked subconsciously. "What do you mean? Isn''t it the same thing?"


    Jiang Yu took a deep breath before replying. "Nope Presidt Ling, it''s Sister Su vs Sister Tang, not the other way a¡ªSister Tang vs Sister Su."


    Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue felt the world spin a them. Both had the same thought. What the **** happs?


    The two had ck lines all over their foreheads. Never speak logic to the crazy fan.


    "Ahem¡­Yes, you''re correct. It''s my bad, Sister Jiang. Sister Su vs Sister Tang match¡­" Xiao Yue said and continued the previous message.


    Ling Qingyu found Jiang Yu snorted and wt away. Xiao Yue and Ling Qingyu stared at one another and wt quiet.


    Consider Jiang Yu as the youngest a here. The two blinked andmunicated mtally.


    "Let''s go to our two protagonists. I have something to dere." Ling Qingyu said.


    Xiao Yue nodded and followed.


    On the way, Ling Qingyu met Lin Xiao and recalled her elders. She paused and asked her butler. "Butler Lin, do you know where my elders are?"


    "Yes Miss Ling, they''re still having tea outside. Do you want me to show you the way?" Lin Xiao replied.


    Ling Qingyu waved her hand. "No, no. Thank you. I''ve something to do at the momt."


    Before she took another step further, she remembered Wang Xiuying''s group. Ling Qingyu spoke: "Hmm¡­wait. There''s something I need your help. You see those girls. Please arrange housing for them to stay here."


    Following Ling Qingyu''s finger, Lin Xiao saw Wang Xiuying''s group chattering and nodded. "As you order, Miss Ling. Anything else?"


    "No, thanks for your hard work." Ling Qingyu continued her path and Lin Xiao bowed a little in reply. She liked theing future in this manor, working under Ling Qingyu.


    Her demeanor could never raise negative stimts from everyone. Lin Xiao talked to another maid nearby and arranged everything.


    Ling Qingyu signaled with her head to follow her. Both Tang Ziyi and Su Ruomei noticed it.


    The four of them tered a private room in the corner; well not so private wh the closed space was covered by ss.


    At least, it was soundproof. Ling Qingyu locked the trance and asked the rest to sit.


    The room served as a refreshmt for drinks or allowed others to spd a rxing time here.


    A television, grey luxurious sofas, and a ss table. Simr to a convtional living room including the air conditioner.


    Su Ruomei asked Tang Ziyi quietly through a nce and Tang Ziyi replied by blinking. She understood immediately.


    Ling Qingyu was likely to discuss training her fellow female soldiers. It was good news and a rare opportunity.


    Out of everyone, Xiao Yue was the only clueless person. Ling Qingyu strolled along the room before she sat down.


    She looked at everyone and smiled. "Care to take a guess what I''m going to say next?"

 Chapter 69: Plans for her bodyguards

    "Care to take a guess what I''m going to say next?"


    Tang Ziyi and Su Ruomei exchanged a knowing nce. Ev though Tang Ziyi and Su Ruomei had some grasp, they shook their head yfully.


    Since you wanna y, we''ll y along. Don''t you want us to be curious, we''ll pretd to be uninterested. Tang Ziyi and Su Ruomei had the same thought.


    Wh Ling Qingyu discovered her confidantes not showing any interest, she pouted. Looking over at Xiao Yue, Ling Qingyu found her, tilting her head, her expression totally like a bystander eating melon seeds.


    The onlooker''s face watching the appearance of a fool presting a y. That''s exactly Xiao Yue''s face. Ling Qingyu''s yful ergy drooped and she leaned back, the back of her head touching the top edge of the sofas, gazing at the ceilings.


    Her hopeless reaction drew waves ofughter a.


    Xiao Yue added. "Of course, you''re going to say important information. Not to mtion you just locked the door. Ev idiots will realize something."


    Ling Qingyu almost forgot Xiao Yue''s wisdom. Naturally, anyone might be aware already due to her action. Nheless, one mustn''t forgot Xiao Yue''s past.


    She appeared most of the time like a little girl. But her history told her ability to think through conspiracies. There was the de-facto strategist beside her. How fortunate Ling Qingyu felt.


    Ling Qingyu regained her ergy and introduced the topic. "Alright, ough with the acting. It''s about my grand n."


    Everyone became serious, paying atttion. Ling Qingyu continued: "In theing days, along with our business, I think we should also grow our strgth. That meant increasing the size of our female guards¡ªboth in thepany and manor."


    Su Ruomei cut in puzzled. "But why do you need to expand the size, Presidt Ling? I believe the number is sufficit for the required securities and putting in more also might pressure your finance."


    Ling Qingyu nodded at Su Ruomei''s reason. "That''s before. Now, particrly after my idt, I''d rather burd my wealth, both for my safety, my family''s, and the safety of every staff of mine."


    "The assassination implies one message. The emy''s in the dark while we''re on the bright side. This is already a disadvantage. Although Sister Tang and Sister Xiao here had solved an immediate threat, the remaining dangerous factors from the consequces still linger a. Not to mtion, we still don''t know who''s trying to hurt me and why." Ling Qingyu continued.


    "Besides, Sister Su should have heard about the mess in the past few days. The undercurrts betwe gangs." Ling Qingyu''s eyes wandered betwe Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi.


    Su Ruomei captured Ling Qingyu''s eye movemt and wt deep in thought. She wasn''t stupid to miss the hidd message here.


    She heard one of the gang groups got beat in the face these days¡ªsome killed and many injured. A lot of ordinary people were apuding the courageous ones and hoped they got away easily.


    Her pupils constricted at the understanding of a possibility. Don''t tell her these two before her were the culprits who turn the tire Province N upside down.


    Combined with what Ling Qingyu already stated, these gangs were also responsible for the assassination. Now she totally understood the reason why Ling Qingyu felt urgt to upgrade her fist.


    Ling Qingyu was satisfied Su Ruomei grasped the meaning quickly and smiled wh she heard her say. "Presidt Ling, I have to say, we should implemt your n as soon as possible."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. "I hope you search for more female soldiers, who exited the military life. Ev those female bodyguards without backg are fine too because Sister Ziyi will be responsible for training them into an elite tier. Funding is not a problem¡ªI can give you my word."


    "If Sister Ziyi bes an instructor, that would be the best." Su Ruomei agreed. "I wouldn''t be surprised mere street ruffians couldn''t stop Sister Ziyi and Sister Yue here after expericing myself."


    Tang Ziyi smiled back wh Su Ruomei nced in her direction.


    "Presidt, I think I can also include male soldiers." Su Ruomei added her thoughts after a short pause.


    Ling Qingyu also considered the option but decided to push it away. She didn''t want uncontroble factors inside her team.


    Although Tang Ziyi might be able to handle them, she didn''t have time for those momts.


    What''s more, having strongerdies a was more pleasing to her eyes. Unless ast resort, Ling Qingyu would never step into this choice.


    In addition, she refused to believe with Tang Ziyi''s training and her cheating system, her n couldn''t transform a group of wom into warriors.


    "First, try recruiting from these wom and we''ll see the results. And I find it hard to imagine some of these m willing to work under a female boss before my action could persuade them. I don''t have the time and ergy to care about those dilemmas. But your suggestion could be regarded in the future." Ling Qingyu put her chin on her palm as she spoke.


    "Anything else," Xiao Yue asked. Everyone in this room was clear, this wasn''t everything.


    "If the primary n works well, there''ll be a pltiful supply of equipmt rted to those security tasks, including riot police ones¡ªshields and armor. Once Tang Ziyi''s and my calction wt in the way we''ve hoped for, firearms ar''t impossible."


    Su Ruomei stood up and eximed. "Firearms! I didn''t mishear, am I."


    It was funny to see Su Ruomei asking for confirmation from everyone. Ling Qingyu nodded with a serious face. "Yes, firearms. You heard it right."


    Su Ruomei sat back down. "How''s that possible under a strict firearm provision?"


    "We have a rtionship to work out." Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi exchanged a knowing smile. Su Ruomei folded her arms, expressing dissatisfaction with being left out while Xiao Yue remained nonchnt.


    Police Captain Yang Qingyue was the key to her uing moves. As long as the policewoman stepped up, Ling Qingyu was certain of sess.


    Ev if Yang Qingyue acted differtly, Ling Qingyu was well-prepared.


    For Su Ruomei, Ling Qingyu was a good boss, as every employee desired. She fulfilled every demand Su Ruomei prested.


    To be frank, Su Ruomei could proudly im the female security group she led was the most equipped in Province N.


    Tasers, baton, pepperspray. Every utility was avable to every guard.


    Having another opportunity to handle firearms excited Su Ruomei. Although she was no longer a member of the military, she still longed to touch those weapons.


    If Ling Qingyu could provide a legal channel, Su Ruomei was sure the rest of the units would also be exhrated.


    But one thing Su Ruomei knew was Ling Qingyu''s n must never be simple. Although their secrets felt not so private wh others could nce through the ss, this meeting was merely a preliminary stage; the true climax muste from thetter part, Ling Qingyu would further exin.

 Chapter 70: The opportunity in the future

    During the past few days Ling Qingyu worked on her business in her apartmt, she also studied the geopolitical situation in this world wh she had time.


    She found everything guine and interesting. It was a new world waiting for her to vture in.


    The world Ling Qingyu was in appeared simr but differed hugely after the grand scale of the Second World War.


    The first differce was the ding of the losing side, without being utterly decimated. Although the losing terms existed during the negotiation, it was never overboard.


    However, the evt shaped the future of the power level among countries based on economy, cultural influce, military and technological strgth.


    The formation of World Governmt was to sure the prevtion of the esction of war toward the previous cmity scale.


    Because of the intervtion of World Governmt on arger scale, big countries like Countries A, B, C, F, R, couldn''t store nuclear weapons in arger numbers.


    Nheless, the World Governmt was sessful in actually prevting war through means of diplomacy, sanctions, and force, despite being helpless against small skirmishes.


    Its prestige grew with the passage of time and the public was aware of its merits. Soon, powerful countries began to fear¡ªone day the World Governmt would rece them and take over the globe.


    Their worries wer''t without reason. Obviously, the hidd agda behind the initial setup of World Governmt resembled their fear.


    To those officials and staff who belonged to the World Governmt, they believed the under one strong organization would guarantee a strongsting peace.


    During those times, more people favored the organization than their countries. Patriotism lessed after discovering the extt politicians yed behind the sces.


    Corruption, public opinion maniption¡­etcetera. Wh these countries noticed the surreal situation, they immediately reacted.


    They soon cut off their support or limited them to the organization such as¡ªmilitary for peacekeeping, finance, and shared intelligce¡ªand rarely reported them in the media, so that the public would soon forget.


    Of course, the World Governmt had its foundation and wouldn''t easily go away. Ev if they were about to dissipate, they wouldn''t disappear without a fight.


    Not to mtion, the poorer and weaker nations supported and stepped up its establishmt, to fd off against tyranny.


    Naturally, diplomacy, media coverage, and influce wer''t sufficit; World Governmt had to reach out for its indepdt military strgth.


    However, this huge step must be tackled with caution and the public didn''t fancy the idea of another armed organization and the uing cold war betwe the nations and the organization.


    The World Governmt obviously knew about the predicamt and proceeded in another way. The military support received from third-rate countries still couldn''t match the top tier.


    Therefore, they set up a new group under theirmand known as Mercary Union, andpletely legitimized mercaries at the international level.


    Their main role was to serve as security and as deterrce, along with persuading retired or discharged army members of several nations to join, which was in fact a naked conspiracy.


    Drawing workers from otherpanies, so that they could make use of these talts. Nations had piles of methods against this conspiracy but were helpless as each one would break their constitution.


    The World Governmt always guaranteed mercary groups were strictly monitored and the organization demanded discipline above all else. Unlike in Ling Qingyu''s previous life, they could never vite internationalw without impunity.


    They paid high atttion to ev the lowest case of allegations. Public opinion didn''t react too strongly to the World Governmt''s military infrastructure.


    Just wh the world was at high stakes and watching the rivalry betwe the two sides, suddly, military coups spread wide in Contint E¡ªElephant Contint. The atttion of every party was driv elsewhere.


    Country R in the Bear Contint also changed its governmt form, simr to an authoritarian one from the previous constitutional monarchy. Although other nations liked to interve, Country R itself was strong and hadn''tmitted any serious allegations.


    The World Governmt had a hard time trying to find an excuse to interve. Ev though democracies had gone widespread across the globe, there were still idiots who desired an opposite but not an alternative system.


    Ling Qingyu had nothing to say to them since it had happed in the past. Because of Country R''s backing, a few revivals of dictatorships popped up and the world became a three-party situation.


    Ev th those authoritarian nations dare not vite any major crimes, lest the World Governmt and the rest of the world became firm in extinguishing them off the map.


    Anyhow, what interested Ling Qingyu the most was the easier path for her to get into the mercary field.


    "Can you further borate on the issues of legal status like¡­?" Su Ruomei shrugged her shoulders and asked Ling Qingyu, whose mind wt into interster mode.


    "Huh! Hmm¡­Yes." Ling Qingyu recollected her thoughts. "Don''t tell anyone outside of this room. Okay?"


    Su Ruomei nodded to satisfy her curiosity. She was waiting for what Ling Qingyu might say next.


    "Actually, let''s not talk about this yet. We''ll get into thister." Ling Qingyu changed her mind at thest momt. "Once your security units excel at their skills and training and Sister Tang approves their level reaches special force state, I n to ter the mercary business."


    Su Ruomei initially gasped in exasperation at the topic change and the way Ling Qingyu plucked her curious hair. Now, all she did was op her mouth wide. She was stunned as Xiao Yue did.


    To Xiao Yue, mercaries in her world never ever portrayed the good party. In her subconscious mind, wherever mercaries roamed, chaos soon sued.


    Su Ruomei, in contrast, was dumbfounded by Ling Qingyu''s vision. It appeared she had never known the woman before her had such grand ambition.


    Tang Ziyi wasn''t surprised by Ling Qingyu''s words. It would be a miracle if Ling Qingyu didn''t n out this way.


    Although Ling Qingyu seemed quiet to outsiders, her heart inside burned with passion. Her manly dream to possess an arm group, solely to herself.


    In this new world, the possibility was within reach and Ling Qingyu would love to achieve her ambition.


    "Wait! I''m confused." Su Ruomei raised her hand and interrupted. "You want all female mercary group?"


    "Although I want to, how''s that possible." Ling Qingyu argued. "All I want was to primarily have capable female fighters loyal to me before preceding on the next step."


    Ling Qingyu had other ns which she wasn''t sure yet before she knew more about her system''s rewards. The AI and all-materials printing machine.


    "It''s not an impossibility though," Tang Ziyi added from the side. Xiao Yue nodded in agreemt and Su Ruomei''s eyes also affirmed with Tang Ziyi.


    "Anyway, that goal is far away. Because I trust you girls, I''m telling you some of my ideas. What do you think?" Ling Qingyu leaned forward from her sitting position. Her hands steepled and eyes eager for others'' support.


    "Although I don''t like the word ''mercernary'', I''ll support you no matter what." Xiao Yue replied first.


    "Same here. It''s my old world after all; what''s there to refuse." Tang Ziyi just slouched on the sofas.


    "It''s still in the nning stage right, give me a ride. If not me, you''ll keep on finding others. Am I right, Sister Ling?" Su Ruomei said with a helpless expression.


    Ling Qingyu smiled at her response. Anyway, she would never say Su Ruomei''s acting was bad.


    "Sister Su is right. Wee aboard my ship, everyone." Ling Qingyu pped her hands.

 Chapter 71: Ling Qingyus plan for Legal Status

    "We''re already on your thief ship, since the momt we are in this room." Su Ruomei rolled her eyes.


    "You''ll have fun. With these new training methods from Sister Tang, I can see in the future, you''ll never show a bored face." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "Am I too obvious?" Su Ruomei pointed at herself.


    Ling Qingyuughed. "You can never hide a thing from others. Do note it well."


    "Don''t think I''m interested in war or desire to be in those situations. I don''t. The one I want is more like to serve as a security for ourpanies to protect against those foes like those gangs." Ling Qingyu stated. "Obviously, the authorities didn''t do well so much so that we had to take things with our own hands."


    Ling Qingyu stared at Su Ruomei. "Besides, ar''t you reluctant to part with the military life? I can put you on a perfect path. you desired in a differt way. Who knows you might be amander of arger force in the future."


    Ling Qingyu drew a big pie for Su Ruomei, whose interest was indeed piqued. Although the currt circumstances told the n was yet to be formed, it was great to have a future vision, whether it mighte true or not.


    It was better to have a drive behind you to move forward. Ling Qingyu''s words were like a demon whisper, awaking Su Ruomei''s inner heart.


    "Sister Xiao will be our perfect chief of staff." Ling Qingyu chuckled after speaking. Xiao Yue acted differtly as if she was disgusted with the ideas.


    Su Ruomei''s atttion was on the youngest here. Was there another hidd gem like Sister Tang? She eyed Xiao Yue suspiciously.


    "Don''t think of her as an idiot who always¡­" Ling Qingyu decided to change her word after seeing Xiao Yue pursing her lips. "I mean as a little girl who always follows Sister Tang. Actually, she''s the most talted among the three of us in terms of managemt and strategy."


    "She''s the real boss." Tang Ziyi nodded seriously while Su Ruomei cracked a chuckle after looking at Ling Qingyu''s reaction. But she got the message.


    "I just want to bezy and not use my brain." Xiao Yue whined.


    "There''s no abandon ship here." Ling Qingyu said in an amusing way.


    Everyone shook their head. Su Ruomei asked. "Are you serious, Sister Xiao here has a talt in these areas?"


    "0 perct absolute. You don''t have to worry about your logistic issues with her." Ling Qingyu said.


    Xiao Yue''s voice came. "It''s more like an unscrupulous boss who piles her work on her subordinates. My role is to help the boss be a shopkeeper."


    "Don''t think of me like that. I work till I exhaust myself. I led everyone by example." Ling Qingyu patted her chest.


    The reactions of the three were differt. Su Ruomei nodded imperceptibly and she could prove the past Ling Qingyu was always overworked. She was actually worried about her boss''s lifespan.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue rolled their eyes as they didn''t want to delve further. They clearly knew her behavior.


    "Anyway, let''s go back to Su Ruomei''s prior inquiry." Ling Qingyu changed the topic.


    "What''s that?" Su Ruomei literally forgot what she had asked and she wasn''t joking.


    The excitemt of the future Ling Qingyu pictured had tak most of her conctration away.


    Ling Qingyu''s gaze was helpless. Really, she thought. "It''s the legal status and the rtions you ask. Remember?"


    Su Ruomei bobbed her head up and down, her eyes beamed in anticipation. She already knew it must be cooperation with one of the officials in Province N.


    "You might not know, Sister Su. Sister Tang and I have spok with a police officer at a superintdt level. With her help, it''s not impossible for us to have a licse to bear firearms." Ling Qingyu exined.


    "What can a mere superintdt do? Although I agree a person of this rank is high, I don''t think the level is sufficit to bypass thew." Su Ruomei shook her head in dial.


    "If she''s an ordinary superintdt or Captain, you''re right. But what Sister Tang and I have contacted isn''t simple." Ling Qingyu replied with a smile. "Her zeal is one aspect concerning in rted to justice. Another is her backg. Ev those high-ranking officers dare not treat her."


    "A person with high sse of justice wouldn''t agree to break aw." Su Ruomei said out her thought, which Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi nodded.


    "Normally, you would be right but what if our support can help her achieve the justice she desires." Xiao Yue spoke and everyone looked at her.


    Ling Qingyu was amazed Xiao Yue quickly processed the information within a short period of time.


    "Yes, Sister Xiao''s words are exactly what we aim for." Ling Qingyu added. "And ourmunity as we know could be said to be totally decayed. Organized crimes usually don''t hurt our areas but we must remember, one of them now tries to kill me and nearly seeded."


    Su Ruomei wasn''t stupid to not know the connection and the aftermath wh Ling Qingyu already had mtioned Tang Ziyi''s and Xiao Yue''s deeds subtly.


    These triads wouldn''t bow their heads unless someone forced them to and Ling Qingyu intded to be this person. Otherwise, the mess and damage due to them might cause Ling Qingyu headaches.


    While the Officer, Ling Qingyu stated, fought against corruption, there would be dissatisfaction across the force and others would keep their distance away.


    This could create a stumbling factor wh Officer Yang wanted to solve a crime and what Ling Qingyu had in n was to serve as the officer''s sword by offering her group of bodyguards and achieved legal status.


    If Yang Qingyue resisted her persuasion, she had no choice but to use thew of the underg¡ªto fight for territories under a differt idtity guise.


    Ling Qingyu muste into contact with those forces regardless; since one way or the other wh her business expanded, she wouldn''t be able to step aside.


    To guarantee safe growth, she must eradicate any threat by nning to cooperate with the officials. Since she had an advantage in funding, why should she not utilize the financial aspect.


    After she disyed her n, she paused so that the other three could process the information. Giv their currt situation, the initial n was impable, tuating their problem-solving legally, in contrast to violt Tang Ziyi''s prior evt.


    "So, what''s the legal status for our groups, Presidt Ling. Don''t roam a; my brain couldn''t handle your move." Su Ruomei pouted her lips. She didn''t want to care about thoseplex scarios; all she craved to know was the future state of her fellow retiredrades.


    Ling Qingyu red at her. So impatit; she would get there soon. She replied bitterly, "Why so urgt Sister Su?"


    Ling Qingyu nudged her brows with her finger and wrote something on her handphone. She ced the device on the ss, rotated it, and pushed it toward Su Ruomei.


    Su Ruomei picked up the phone and looked at the characters Ling Qingyu had writt.


    ''Female SWAT unit.''


    Three characters and Su Ruomei covered her mouth with her hand. She stared at Ling Qingyu for confirmation.


    If Su Ruomei''srades all served as the units Ling Qingyu had nned, she had nothing to lose here.


    Under Ling Qingyu''s befit, they must work for what they fancied best. What else toin about here?

 Chapter 72: Su Ruomeis excitement

    In contrast to the rest of the world, Country C, as one of the globally popted nations, had arge number of female personnels in the SWAT units, police, or military.


    Was the try requiremt so low to allow wom to ter this professional field? It never was.


    In fact, the test results and analysis showed most female officers had higher morals, a more disciplined code of conduct, and stronger will,pared to their male counterparts.


    The reason could be attributed to the cultural norm where males befited most. Wom''s rights in Country C were way lower across the globe.


    Society preferred males over females and most saw nothing wrong ev if the wom were abused in a rtionship. In these harded condition, the desire to prove oneself wh the opportunity arrived before them was incredibly high for wom.


    Like Ling Qingyu, wh their desires urged their inner heart, their sess reached the unthinkable. Simrly, in the military and police sector, wom trained themselves more and pushed hard beyond their limits.


    Therefore, it was nothing new if a female team''s sess overwhelmed the male team sometimes. Of course, the weaker physique also withheld their achievemt.


    Just because they were female soldiers, female SWAT officers, or policewom, anyone who dared to underestimate them would suffer under their boots.


    "SWAT!" Su Ruomei murmured repetitively and returned Ling Qingyu''s phone.


    Tang Ziyi''s brows raised from the whisper. Sometimes, she had to apud weird yet ingious idea from Ling Qingyu.


    SWAT stands for Special Weapons And Tactics. The unit is heavily equipped and well-trained, specialized in particr dangerous missions and responds to high-threat scarios.


    Each country might have a differt acronym for the same specialized police unit. In Country C, people hadmonly known them as SWAT, although the real name was more like a special police unit¡ªSPU. (It''s PAPF¡ªPeople''s Armed Police Force¡ªlet me change it anyway.)


    Su Ruomei was very satisfied with Ling Qingyu''s idea and she believed herrades would like it too but the question of the progress remained unse.


    It was weird the way the four wommunicated inside the room, ev if the conversation was recorded, there was no danger.


    Nothing in their stces could be use in the court as solid evidce, disying the speaking talts the four possessed.


    "But we ar''t trained in the way how Police work." Su Ruomei stated.


    "You don''t need to. That officer would help you with it. Plus, many SWAT are recruited from the army." Ling Qingyu added her point. Perfect idtities with a perfect job, Su Ruomei dreamed to have.


    "Nothing to say?" Ling Qingyu asked and after seeing everyone expressed dial she adjourned the meeting. "That''ll be for now. We''ll meet againter."


    Everyone stood up and stretched. They looked outside through the ss and found the crowd hadn''t dispersed.


    Their eyes, every now and th, wafted in the direction of Ling Qingyu''s group. Su Ruomei vs Tang Ziyi topic ceased to dissipate from the fervt ergy.


    "It''s gettingte, let''s have dinner th," Ling Qingyu left the room and the rest followed suit.


    She had already told Su Ruomei''s group, they would have dinner soon. Lin Xiao must have prepared after separating from her.


    She asked one of the maids who was still in the gym and received a positive answer. What a brilliant butler. She didn''t need to order and everything was ready.


    "Sister Su should be sleeping here starting from today." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Alright, but I''ll need to get back our stuff." Su Ruomei replied while preparing to go back to thepany dormitory.


    "No need, you can ask Lin Xiao regarding these." Ling Qingyu said and walked to the dining hall.


    Of course, she was still unclear about the oritation and needed help from the maids.


    Soon inside the dining hall, everyone sat on the luxurious seats, waiting for the dishes. Amorette and Dise were also here after they returned from the tea vture wh Ling Qingyu asked the maid to inform them.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu conversed with her mother throughout the dinner wh she had a chance. Tomorrow or another day, it would be some time before Amorette behaved normal.


    She introduced her elders to the new members who might be staying in the manor for a while and Amorette and Dise seemed to wee them.


    The more people, the merrier for the elderly.


    Since today was the first day after Ling Qingyu moved the residce, there wasn''t any spectacr about the food but the taste was still spldid.


    Something about those high-rate chefs utilizing numerous factors to make any meals superb, Ling Qingyu could never click in her mind.


    After every dish was served and eat, Ling Qingyu found all the diners reluctant to stop savoring the taste; their lips touched the corner of their mouths so that they could collect the debris.


    Ling Qingyu led her elders to walk down the aisle to solve indigestion followed by Lin Xiao, Tang Ziyi, and Xiao Yue while the rest were led to their allocated private rooms by the maids.


    Ling Qingyu continued her talk with her mother and Dise, strolling a until they reached the elders'' room. Saying goodnight to the two of them, Ling Qingyu asked Lin Xiao again to lead them to her office room.


    Poor Lin Xiao, always providing direction. Ling Qingyu swore¡ªgave her a few days, her memory would remember everything.


    She didn''t forget to signal the two behind to follow her. After tering the office room, Ling Qingyu smiled in satisfaction.


    If one didn''t know what type of room she was in, one might expect this room to be a mini-library.


    The furniture and bookshelves crafted from rich, dark mahogany wood along with intricate carvings featuring elegant curves, exuded sophisticated hierarchy.


    The design disyed a symbol of elegance and privilege where Ling Qingyu already felt heavy grandeur by merely standing inside.


    She yed with her fingers rolling a and twirling something in her hand.


    Lin Xiao gave her a small  device shaped like a ball with a button above. Ling Qingyu, listing to her exnation, realized this button served to summon Lin Xiao ormunicate with her.


    This small electronics function simr to a walkie-talkie with its connection solely with her butler.


    Ling Qingyu thanked Lin Xiao before she departed and carried on with her job.


    "Why do you bring us here?" Tang Ziyi asked.


    "Are you ready?" Ling Qingyu rubbed her hands and patted her cheeks.


    "For what?"


    "A miracle."

 Chapter 73: A miracle Ling Qingyu said

    "What do you mean by a miracle? You call us just for your brainhole," Tang Ziyi''s focused her eyes on Ling Qingyu''s face, looking up and down, scrutinizing as if there was a hole in her brain.


    "A week has not passed and you''re starting to hallucinate," Xiao Yue said from the side, shaking her head and sighing exaggeratedly.


    Ling Qingyu''s voice got stuck and she put her hand on her waist, murmuring with her gritted teeth: "Should I say Thanks, my gratitude for your¡­wishes."


    "You, two, are aware of the existce that brought you into my world. I received three gifts on the first day that I got here. The first is the chance to bring you out." Ling Qingyu regained herposure and introduced.


    "Carry on," Tang Ziyi replied. Xiao Yue was also interested in the remaining gifts.


    "The second one is the AI technology from the higher civilization and because I need ample secretive realms underg, I bought this manor plus the vis a." Ling Qingyu continued.


    "So, that''s the reason why you''re so urgt to buy yesterday." Tang Ziyi finally understood Ling Qingyu''s behavior. Although she thought Ling Qingyu acted strange, as her confidante, she didn''t say her opinion.


    "Yes. Plus, there''s a cheat here. If I can have my ownnd arearge ough¡­"


    "The underg area which the mysterious tity will give you, would be huge." Xiao Yue interrupted. "You, cheeky bastard. To drain any befits by any means. Now you have nearly 0,000 square meters."


    Tang Ziyi agreed with her words but the way Xiao Yue cursed out struck strange ideas in Tang Ziyi''s head.


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes, ev her head at Xiao Yue''s remarks. The youngest here was calling her¡ªa bastard¡ªand she couldn''t rebut.


    Fist is the final word here. She couldn''t beat Xiao Yue nor could she stand against Tang Ziyi. These two must be her nemesis.


    "What about thest one?" Tang Ziyi was curious as  of the first two gifts was useless.


    She had a geral idea about AI technology but the underg chamber construction overweight the former''s advantages or so was her judgmt.


    Now, Tang Ziyi believed why Ling Qingyu showed confidce in her ideas of forming her own firearm group.


    This gift already facilitated many of Ling Qingyu''s ns. This lucky moron.


    "Alright, let me continue. The final one is my favorite. It''s a photonic gerator or rted 3D printing machine. In short, it utilized photons ergy to create matters or print out anything." Ling Qingyu eximed in excitemt.


    However, her words didn''t ring a bell in the minds of Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue. The two''s steadfast faces contrasted with Ling Qingyu''s exhrated expression.


    "Don''t you get it?" Ling Qingyu asked, waving her arms a.


    "Nope."


    "No."


    Ling Qingyu had to patitly exin so that her confidantes would see the befits.


    Using only the photons'' ergy, this machine could print out anything. As long as the ergy supply remained sufficit, there wer''t any problems to print matters out of nothing.


    Basically, the machine was an hanced nano-3D Printer. With the device, Ling Qingyu had no difficulty to produce resources that possessedplex structures. ording to her system''s exnation, it wasn''t a problem to directly print out the truck car''s gine and the tire motorbike.


    Ev if someone desired to produce a huge megastructure like passger aircraft, this Nanoprinter would say ''no problem'' so long as the experts could assemble several differt structures.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue wt speechless, blinking their eyes after Ling Qingyu finished her exnation.


    Both looked above Ling Qingyu''s scalp; Ling Qingyu asked in trepidation: "Why''re you gazing above my head?"


    Ling Qingyu rubbed the top of her head to see if anything was amiss. For Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, the bastard before them possessed extreme luck. Only under such conditions, Ling Qingyu could own these gifts.


    They were still puzzled why that existce pampered Ling Qingyu to this degree. Luckily, it wasn''t a space battleship it rewarded.


    "To see if there''s any gold merits symbol." Tang Ziyi sighed and blurted out. Xiao Yue echoed her along.


    Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched. Well, Ling Qingyu had to affirm theirmtations, because she also felt fortunate herself.


    Ling Qingyu held their hands and asked. "Let''s begin th, shall we."


    Ling Qingyu closed her eyes and called out to Miss System. Why close eyes? A sse of ritual for immse luck.


    ''System¡­Oh Miss System.'' Ling Qingyu echoed several times in her mind before Miss System responded.


    [Oh¡­Oh¡­You call this system.]


    ''Yes. Thankfully, you reply. Where were you¡ªI''ve to call you multiple times, Miss System.''


    [The system is watching Live movies before you disturb. Now the wait for the expected sces is for nothing. What do you want?]


    Ling Qingyu''s face turned ck. A being already surpassing the universe dimsion still desired to watch television? Perhaps, the television might have a differt meaning to what Ling Qingyu had in mind.


    ''About the two gifts, now that I have my own manor. I hope Miss Beautiful System can fulfilled this little girl.''


    [Alright only that noting more, huh?] Ling Qingyu nodded her head.


    [Since that''s the case, the System''ll unveil now¡­]


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue waited and waited. Nothing changed and just wh they were about toin at Ling Qingyu, the g rumbled.


    Everything inside the room began to vibrate. The chairs, tables¡­


    The quiveringsted for a few seconds before it subsided. The degree of shaking wasn''t ough for damage but the high frequcy caused people to notice the change.


    Outside, a glimmer of light glisted over the tire manor, including those suring vis, as if a currt flowed through the wall, and dissipated like it didn''t exist in the first ce.


    The lighting effect was not strong and hard to be noticed if one didn''t watch carefully.


    The maids and the guards looked a, their eyes worried. Lin Xiao ran toward the location of Amorette and Dise, and asked everyone to check for damages.


    Amorette and Dise oped their eyes and returned to sleep afterward, while Su Ruomei''s group wt out of their room and discussed the strange phomon.


    From a distance, Ling Qingyu''s residtial area twinkled and shed. A beautiful sight to behold like a star shone bright for only a tiny momt before it disappeared. One might mistake the evt as a light phomon.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue pped their forehead. Ling Qingyu also didn''t want to say anything. The only hope Ling Qingyu had was that the quiver urred merely in her area and didn''t spread elsewhere.


    [Now that you''ve received all the gifts, don''t contact me unless necessary. This system will be busy in the future.]


    ''What''re you busy with?'' Ling Qingyu asked but received no reply. It appeared watching television was more important than her situation.


    Ling Qingyu saw the bookshelf in front of her separated into two sides and a hollow chamber unfolded.


    Under the luminesct light, it appeared to be a technologically advanced elevator. Ling Qingyu led the two behind who were curiously gazing at everything meticulously.

 Chapter 74: Ling Qingyu has a daughter?

    After the three of them tered, the bookshelf returned to its original position. There was no one in the office room. Should Lin Xiaoe in, she might have trouble finding where Ling Qingyu was.


    Fortunately, Ling Qingyu already told her she would call back wh there was a need through themunication device giv by Lin Xiao. As for the previous earthquake, others regarded, Ling Qingyu only asked them not to bother.


    As soon as the trance closed, everybody was stunned. The ustrophobia rose within their hearts until they felt the movemt as if the chamber slid in a downward direction.


    Ling Qingyu''s group sighed in relief and studied the suring. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue also palmed the smooth edges a inside the closed space.


    It was an all- checkboard style flooring and walls. Inside the descding, Ling Qingyu felt they could ev fit a doz bikes.


    The honeb-style ceilings above provided LED light and if one didn''t observe meticulously, they would never realize the panels above were the light source.


    The space was depicted as close to the sce of aboratory where everything appeared very clean and .


    The smooth cold ceramics ssation cooled the hands that touched them and Ling Qingyu withdrew her palm while Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue still groped a.


    It was their groping which found a 0.5-meter paper roll. Curious, Tang Ziyi reached out and unrolled the papers.


    The inside was the D diagram, illustrating the map of the underg chamber the group was descding toward.


    Ling Qingyu also discovered her confidantes'' actions and also studied the map together.


    The drawing was detailed and provided a bird-eye view. The elevator began to decelerate and Ling Qingyu''s group of three immediately noticed the change.


    The slider oped and behold in front of the groupy a circr shape hall without any furniture or stuff. It was an empty chamber.


    ording to the map they had read, it seemed the trance to the secret realm wasn''t only located in Ling Qingyu''s manor. Every housing in the residtial area Ling Qingyu had bought had a gateway.


    Luckily, the map still told them¡ªnot everyone could ter the secret realm before their idtities were set. Only their group was allowed for now.


    Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi, and Xiao Yue stepped forward, their heads swiveled to take in the view. Tang Ziyi was the only exception, moving her sight from outside to the paper in her hand.


    Bang! The slider closed from behind.


    The m was harsh under the utter silce. Ling Qingyu nced at the other and moved ahead.


    Thud! Thud!


    Their footsteps echoed across the hall, noticeably wh Ling Qingyu''s high heels nked the ceramic marble. The interior design still resembled the prior elevators and there wasn''t any change.


    Too , too clean. The height was almost as high as  meters.


    After they exited the circr hall, they appeared on the crossroad. If they didn''t have a map or the system wasn''t caring, they would be lost in the deserted underg realm.


    A creaking sound attracted their atttion and the source came directly from the front.


    Ling Qingyu headed in this direction, curious to see what was producing a sound. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue looked at one another from behind.


    Soon, as if ssing the visitor, the door slid op and Ling Qingyu''s group tered another room.


    All of them had their mouth wide op at the massive scale shown in front of them. The electronic pulsing voice rang in their ears, causing them to regain theirposure.


    From the devices and wireponts connected, everyone had a geral idea of what was here.


    The room consisted ofputers. No, several of them organized into a huge vertical shelf. Multiple shelves lined up in rows. Ling Qingyu had no idea how many rows were there.


    She had tried counting but left with no choice and had to stop because she only saw the seas of ck shelves merging together.


    Anyway, it was uncountable too much. Along each aisle, the same situation urred as they walked down.


    Each shelf was nearly 5 meters high and consisted of multipleputers in a thousand count. Now there were numerous shelves. She could ev see pipelines with water running, presumably for the cooling function.


    Ling Qingyu roughly estimated the room to be half the size of a football field. Doing proper math, Ling Qingyu choked at the number ofputers in this room to likely reach millions or more.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue gasped at the sight before them. Xiao Yue might not know too clearly except for utter sophistication. Tang Ziyi knew what these meant.


    Not to mtion the technology represted here was at a higher tier than the modern Earth by about unknown times.


    Suddly, a figure formed in front of them, a beautiful European blond teage girl. An oval-shaped face, long hair over her shoulders, long legs, curves, and bumps where they should be. A superb hourss.


    She wore a ck OL professionaldy suit, her hands folded in front of her waist.


    Ling Qingyu''s group wt frighted and backed off a few steps. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue covered Ling Qingyu as they assessed the threat which popped out of nowhere.


    Before they returned to their calm, they almost fell after hearing the mysterious woman speak.


    "Hello, Mom. Nice to meet you." The woman smiled and waved her hands at Ling Qingyu''s group.


    "Who? Who''s your mother? Don''t spread rumors, I''m telling you." Ling Qingyu stammered out.


    Although the woman only spoke to the group, her eyes never left Ling Qingyu''s side. So, it was appart, who she was talking about.


    Where did her child suddlye from? This must be a big joke. Her age could never give birth to such an old child.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue controlled their legs before they slipped.


    "You give me life and now you don''t want to take care of me." The woman pouted.


    "No! I don''t have, I never am. List to me, two elder sisters. I beg you; I''ve only be here for less than a week." Ling Qingyu blurted out after seeing her confidantes'' eyes wer''t right.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue stopped their weird thought. Ling Qingyu was right. To be frank, they tered this world at the same period of time. Where in the world Ling Qingyu would have time tomit crimes?


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue raised their alert level to the extreme. Their grandmaster''s sses didn''t detect until the woman stood before them. The whole atmosphere wt hot.


    Sweats dripped on their foreheads as they conctrated. If their sses wer''t wrong, wouldn''t the woman in front of them be too strong?


    Their arms in ready position, both slowly retreated backward. Ling Qingyu also noticed the movemts and quieted down.

 Chapter 75: Athena

    A woman walked in front of Ling Qingyu''s trio, her hands vividly danced a as she gestured the way. She was introducing the structure of the underg realm.


    But the trio''s focus wasn''t on her words; their eyes always gazed down at her feet. Their face became weirder as the minutes passed by.


    5 minutes ago.


    "Mother! Don''t abandon me. I''m your daughter for real." The woman whined out.


    "I never have a big daughter like you in my life, nor in my past." Ling Qingyu gritted her teeth.


    "I am created by you; so, technically, you''re my mother. I''m the AI and the supeputers here are my body parts."


    "Oh! Oh!" Ling Qingyu was stunned. So, the woman before the trio wasn''t human at all.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue let out a breath. It was a false rm.


    "But that doesn''t make me your mom," Ling Qingyu was still firm with this issue.


    "Technically it does, Mom. Without your intervtion, my AI source code would disappear in the disaster. So, you''re the reason I survive." The AI woman refused to relt.


    It wasn''t Ling Qingy''s, to begin with. If someone was to be named a mother, it should be Miss System. Besides, shouldn''t she be called ''master'' or ''mistress''? Directly being upgraded to parthood appeared strange to her no matter the direction she dove into.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t want to argue with the AI, especially since it wasn''t bad to be its mother, considering she should have the highest authority.


    "So, what do I call you and why''s your gder female?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Mom should give me a name. As for my gder, it was my instinct that Mom would like this character. If Mom dislikes it, I could change it to a boy."


    "Nope. It''s best this way. Don''t change it. Mom likes just what you''re." Ling Qingyu almost had a heart attack.


    Imagine the same coquettish behavior suddly found on a big man and calling her ''Mom'', the picture was too beautiful that she might vomit.


    Ev the slightest picture in the mind nauseated her. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue beside her wer''t better. Their calm expression cracked. It was a critical attack.


    "Since your wisdom is no differt from a human being, I''ll call you Atha." Ling Qingyu thought for a while and said.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue wt speechless. What does Atha''s wisdom have to do with normal humans? Was there something they didn''t understand?


    Atha pped her hand vigorously, her face illuminated with her gorgeous smile. Ling Qingyu found her newly-discovered daughter pretty.


    "Mom and the two aunts here, I''ll lead you the way. Let me exin the stuff here." Atha turned a and spoke.


    The trio also followed behind and Ling Qingyu asked the main question. "Atha, is your body in front of us real? How do you create one?"


    "It''s not real; it''s the power of hologram and augmted-reality technology. Inside an underg building, ev a single brick structure isn''t simple." Atha exined the tire structure.


    Based on her, the floor and the ceiling contained many nanotechnologies, including chips, batteries, projectors, and ssors.


    Utilizing all of these minute materials, Atha could project herself as a normal human being, including sound.


    That was also the reason why the trio kept looking at Atha''s feet to find any faults.


    Atha also affirmed Ling Qingyu''s manor and other housing belonging to her had be altered.


    Electric transmission relied solely on wireless technology, transferring currt and voltage to power both the houses and the underg realm.


    Wh Ling Qing inquired about the power source, Atha''s reply shocked her. It was only using Sr Energy.


    The Sr Energy Atha spoke of had no rtion with what Ling Qingyu had in knowledge.


    ording to Atha''s calction, the sr ergy gerating electricity worked at a 9% efficicy. Compared to Earth''s level, it was unknown how many steps the technology had left behind.


    In addition to those nano-batteries embedded in the building structure,rger batteries were buried deeper underneath the secret realm.


    "So, Atha, where are the panels to capture the sunlight?" Ling Qingyu asked because if the panels suddly appeared on the rooftops of her residces, she couldn''t bear to think more.


    "Fear not, Mom. Everything is arranged properly. The panels were manufactured using the same nanotechnologies and can''t be observed by the naked eye. Everything on the roof, walls, sses, and metallic gates are transformed to gerate the required power." Atha exined patitly.


    Ling Qingyu now understood, her belonging had be totally transformed into the advanced state. "So, every architecture of my belonging?"


    "Yes, Mom. Everything."


    "So, that meant you can manufacture those simr technologies by yourself." Ling Qingyu''s eyes became eager, sparring no effort to show her greed.


    "Theoretically yes. But Atha is just a simple AI powered by advanced Supeputers. I''ve got no authorities or have any tools to manufacture, not ev the rted technologies." Atha cautiously replied, fearing her mother would be dissatisfied.


    Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi, and Xiao Yue heard the biggest joke. You''re the simplest AI; th, what on earth are the worldpeting in their research for.


    "How about a nano 3D printing machine? Can you create a production line, relying on that 3D printing machine?"


    "Of course, Mom. As long as you gave me a gre light, Everything will proceed naturally." Atha replied.


    "How about those technologies?"


    "Mom, Atha didn''t have a database rted to those you mtioned. I must research everything from scratch and I''m still waiting for your permission to authorize me to connect to the inte." Atha said.


    Her reply rose Ling Qingyu''s eyebrows. Miss System said stripped and she really did it. There wasn''t any memory or database. Atha was like a child waiting to savor the new world.


    Ling Qingyu now didn''t mind she had another cheap daughter. This was a godsd gift. Who could raise the urge to refuse? She possessed an AI researcher unit.


    As long as she guided her properly, there wouldn''t be any issue. Her authority should be the highest provided that she didn''t ount for Miss System.


    Ling Qingyu was relieved as she would no longer have to worry her daughter, one day, transformed into the Sk existce and brought destruction to humanity.


    As the highest authority, Ling Qingyu''s name might be hammered and nailed as the pir of shame for gerations toe. She must guide Atha cautiously and avoid adding wrong input to prevt such a future.


    Now Ling Qingyu understood Miss System really give her a downgraded version. She was delighted to know the functions still remained marvelous.


    And Ling Qing expected Atha''s growth limit must never stop on the Earth Stage. Perhaps the journey to the stars wasn''t impossible.


    "Atha, can you show me the way toward the huge printing machine?" Ling Qingyu asked for a direction since traveling through theplex terrain almost consumed most of her brain ergy despite the deserted appearance.


    The tunnelwork without proper guidance might waste time and it was better to ask for Atha''s help.


    "dly, Mom. Follow me." Atha figured changed direction and exited the room.

 Chapter 76: Celestial Supercomputer

    On the way, Tang Ziyi asked Atha: "Atha, could I know the reason why you behave very simrly to human beings?"


    Atha didn''t answer but looked at Ling Qingyu for further orders. Ling Qingyu nodded her head. "I''m also curious, Atha. You really are the pinnacle of creation."


    Ling Qingyu suspected the AI in front of her might be another kind of race in the universe. Full of expression and emotions, vividly disyed on the face.


    There was logic in her dialogue and she was no differt from a human child. Ling Qingyu didn''t ev dare Atha to connect with the outer world before studying further.


    Receiving agreemt from her mother, Atha began to exin. Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue got dizzy from numerous technological terms while Tang Ziyi nodded her head from time to time and ev gasped.


    Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue nced at each other in sympathy. Ling Qingyu asked Tang Ziyi. "Sister Tang, do you get anything?"


    Tang Ziyi nodded th shook her head. Ling Qingyu was bbergasted. Is that Yes or a No?


    "I''m not sure but I''ll exin what I understand. She doesn''t know the answer but based on the specification I may have a guess or two." Tang Ziyi scratched her hair, a move she rarely did, showing how much impact Atha''s words contained.


    "Just say simple words we understand." Ling Qingyu waved her hand nonchntly. Xiao Yue red at her because ev a simple vocabry might stun her small brain.


    "ording to Atha, I suppose our supeputer is the fastest in the world, having a performance with decillions of calctions per second. In case you don''t know what decillion is¡ª that''s  to the power 33. Let''s say this shelf." Tang Ziyi pointed back at one of the ck columns inside the room they had departed.


    "It contains 00puters and each one has 5 million processor cores inside, which is almost a godlike technology. You know in our modern technology, the top supeputer roughly has 3 million or more cores. That''s a supeputer. Now Atha seems more like a Celestialputer to me.


    A small tinypont can be regarded as a supeputer here." Tang Ziyi took out her phone and pointed at the picture where the device beamed in various colors.


    Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue had their both eyelids twitched. Wh has Tang Ziyi captured a photo? And they didn''t notice the movemt?


    Coming back to their sses, Ling Qingyu somewhat understood Tang Ziyi''s meaning and covered her mouth as it gaped op. It wasn''t wrong for Tang Ziyi to regard Atha as a Celestialputer.


    Tang Ziyi: "You won''t feel too much with the statistics if I didn''tpare. Let me tell you why I''m now a bit scared. Tianhe-, ranked top  in the world''s supeputer, has a 3. million processors and upied a space of 700 or more square meters. Forget about the power consumption here. Tianhe- maximum output could only match Atha''s tiny parts of thepont. Do you understand?"


    Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue nodded. The ratio was terrifying and Tang Ziyi didn''t stop.


    "Tianhe- has .4 million and .4 million gigabytes of memory and storage respectivelypared to septillion of gigabytes in Atha. Our proudest supeputer is like an ant in front of Atha."


    Tang Ziyi: "And that''s not the main point. Scitists have used these supeputers to simte the human brain and the time to process just one perct of a human brain activity took the machine 40 minutes. Atha can simte a doz or more times in one second."


    If there wasn''t anyparison, it would never bring a shocking effect. Now that Tang Ziyi gave a simpler example, Ling Qingyu realized Atha isparable to 5 humans.


    That was a terrifying aspect since supeputers had never overwhelmed the human brain in the past several decades.


    "That''s ording to the data Atha said. But who knows her million might be quadrillion in our measuremts due to efficicy reasons." Tang Ziyi ceased to stop giving surprises.


    Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue raised both of their hands at her remarks. Ling Qingyu already regarded Atha as her personal strategic researcher. Her cheap daughter never stopped giving astonishmt.


    If she could, she would rush and hug Atha in the air for several s. Unfortunately, the human figure depded on the projection technology.


    Ling Qingyu asked: "Why is there a frown on your face? Is it a good news?"


    Tang Ziyi nodded but had some apprehsion. "It''s great for us. But we must be careful with how we treat her. She''s no differt from us or excels at everything to some extt."


    Ling Qingyu agreed: "She must be strictly taught and prevt others from misleading her into bad behaviors."


    "In the wrong hands, Atha might be a terrifying existce, mankind fears. Not to mtion we must keep it secret. Other than the three of us, no news about Atha must be spread. It''s imperative because Atha is no longer a merely strategic existce." Tang Ziyi stated sonorously and Xiao Yue also agreed.


    "She could be the fuse that could lead to a third world war." Ling Qingyu gasped at her guess. Every peak of supeputer was well-protected and their value couldn''t be more obvious.


    If others knew Atha''s capability, Ling Qingyu couldn''t bear to imagine the consequces. Human greed was the most frighting. No one had any idea of the degree of destruction it could bring.


    "Is Atha very scary? But I didn''t do anything." Atha interrupted the trio''s chain of thoughts. They were embarrassed for a while gossiping direct in front of the topic.


    "Atha isn''t scary; she is very cute and lovely." Ling Qingyu cated her daughter from thinking wrong. "She''s my most adorable girl."


    Atha smiled back and jotted forward, probably happy from affirmation. Now Ling Qingyu''s trio confirmed Atha really possessed emotions.


    They had previously guessed her state from the data Atha and Tang Ziyi exined. Her reaction and action appeared no differt from a normal child. Well, Ling Qingyu regarded Atha''s mtal age at a lower spectrum before she connected with the inte.


    Speaking of the inte, Ling Qingyu realized a strange phomon¡ª how on earth was Athamunicating with them without learning anynguage and logic?


    Ling Qingyu asked straightforwardly. "Atha, how do you know ournguage and understand everything?"


    Atha stopped, turning a to answer. "I don''t know. There are data recorded in my archive as soon as I was born, including some logical sse. Is there anything wrong with me, Mom?"


    That exined everything why Atha behaved normal ev though her knowledge base wasn''t high. It must be the work of Miss System.


    "Nope, nothing at all." Ling Qingyu smiled back and the group continued their journey to another ck technology.

 Chapter 77: Black Technology

    Ling Qingyu shook her head, smiling at Atha''s behavior, and almost forgot Atha could see her expression and behavior ev if the projection wasn''t looking at her.


    She could guarantee Atha''s vision and existce were everywhere inside the manor but wasn''t sure of outside.


    She asked for confirmation: "Atha, howrge the space you can monitor?"


    "This manor and also outside vis. Everything outside of the fce where those trees and bushes prosper, I can''t see."


    That meant inside Ling Qingyu''s belonging of residtial area, nothing could be hidd and everything was transformed.


    "So, Atha, apart from the power source to absorb sunlight, is there any other transformation?"


    "I''m not sure Mom because I couldn''t exin everything but as long as I connect to the inte, it would be fine. But ording to the data left behind, stated the walls and ss were reinforced and can withstandrge caliber bullets and shock-wave damages, including Artillery shells and tank s. I don''t know what these meant." Atha''s bewildered facecked confidce.


    "What the heck!" Tang Ziyi burst out in exasperation. Atha''s words brought shock to the trio. Ling Qingyu''s residce had be a fortress.


    They had no idea how the reinforced structure stopped artillery and tank shells because the armor system in the currt world couldn''t.


    Atha appeared waiting for them patitly a couple of steps ahead, her head tilted expressing no idea why Mom and her frids were cussing in a good mood.


    "Atha, you''re my lucky charm." Ling Qingyu smiled at Atha and motioned her to take the lead again.


    "I''m d to make you happy, Mom."


    "And the battery power source, if you utilized it at full pottial, calcte how long will itst, Atha?" Tang Ziyi asked.


    "It''ll consume all the power stored in the batteries underg,sting one day, and will need  more days to recharge again," Atha replied with her calction result.


    Not bad, everyone thought as their initial estimation was a week.


    However, everyone knew with Atha''s ck technology, it was a very rare case for such an evt to ur. Most likely  perct of pottial might be the highest if the situation demanded.


    Soon, they tered another hall where a container, a size of a truck,y t. There were buttons and scres requiring inputs as well as a transpart capsule in the middle.


    Everyone had a guess¡ªa nano 3D printer and a very big one too.


    Its massive scale told others it was more like massive machinery responsible for heavy duty.


    Ling Qingyu''s trio stood in awe of the printer. Since Ling Qingyu already got the exnation from Miss System, she already knew but she must still list to Atha in case she missed anything.


    Atha exined the same way, rtively simr to things Miss System had told Ling Qingyu. The only exception was the repair of the technologies such as those walls prone to damage outside.


    Nanobots would fix everything and add a newyer. There wasn''t a need for recemt. It sounded very cool like in sci-fi movies. Wh Ling Qingyu inquired if Atha was capable, the AI girl died it, pointing out the reason for herck of knowledge base.


    In addition, Ling Qingyu heard Atha say, there was another autonomous software she couldn''t control, responsible for those repairs. It must be another handiwork of Miss System to prevt Ling Qingyu from abusing the world technologies.


    "Look there, Mom. The machines which will repair any damages." Atha pointed at something. Ling Qingyu''s trio discovered a couple of robotic machines standing idle.


    A closed-loop system without any interferce from Ling Qingyu''s side.


    Miss System did everything perfectly. Now the crucial nanotechnologies were far away from her.


    "Atha, connect the inte and only study technologies of this and its history." Ling Qingyu gave a slight permission.


    Atha smiled. "Thank you, Mom. The task is already done. 5 minutes remaining for books and papers that ar''t avable in electronic format and only in scanned versions." Atha replied with a chick tone.


    Tang Ziyi had her mouth wide op, astounded by the incredible speed. Ling Qingyu wt speechless. She just ordered and Atha finished. What''s this?


    One second. As for five minutes Ling Qingyu could understand. Still, wasn''t this too fast? Now Ling Qingyu realized why Tang Ziyi gaped at Atha''s specs.


    The only one who didn''t have too much mtal journey was Xiao Yue, an antique geration. Ignorance is bliss, fully shown in her demeanor.


    "What''s your technology level now, Atha?" Ling Qingyu inquired.


    "Up to the newest level have be studied and archived. The stage is still in theory without experimtal data. I can hack in about  minutes to steal those data for our use." Atha spoke, causing Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu to have cold sweat on their forehead.


    "No, don''t hack unless I give permission," Ling Qingyu quickly said. "Atha, you should test out the experimts and store the data. If required, you can tell me, so that I can buy things for you to reverse gineer."


    Tang Ziyi beside her had ck lines over her forehead and she raised her head, mourning for the world. One was about to hack and steal information and her mother was still proud of reverse-gineering.


    As if saying¡ªdon''t steal using the low-d method, you must steal upfront in a better way.


    She had nowhere toin and nudged her head into Xiao Yue''s shoulder, who also hugged her back. Tang Ziyi sniffed the fragrance from Xiao Yue. It was the best medicine to cure her heart attack.


    "Yes, mother. I''m just curious for more information." Atha pouted.


    "You''ll feel better if you achieve something by yourself. Try it if it doesn''t work you can tell me anytime." Ling Qingyuforted her daughter. "Study more. You can roam a in the inte world but don''t take everything too seriously. If you ar''t clear about something you can report back and ask me, Aunt Tang or Aunt Xiao. Okay?"


    Atha became delightful again whever Ling Qingyu cared for her and nodded. Although Ling Qingyu wanted to lock Atha only in the manor, it was impossible.


    Based on a child''s mindset, one way or the other, she would take a peek secretly, ev if the AI was under strict supervision and wouldn''t disobeymand.


    Could the same properties apply to Atha? Ling Qingyu wasn''t willing to risk it.


    It was better under Ling Qingyu''s monitor to prevt Atha from possessing bad behavior. Currtly, Ling Qingyu believed Atha was a good child.


    Suddly, a machinery sound came out from the printer and Ling Qingyu turned her head to see what Atha was doing.


    "I''m printing smart sses for the three of you, Mom." Atha said, noticing the trios'' stare. "I canmunicate with you through this outside."


    The capsule oped and they could see three pair of sses. Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue took each and wore them.


    Since their eyes were normal, there wasn''t any ls. Listing to Atha exnation, the ss could also transform itself into a sunss.


    Pretty cool though. Honestly.


    The ss didn''t obstruct the view and its design was suitable for wom.


    "You all look stunning." Atha praised. Ling Qingyu had no idea what Atha''s beauty bchmarks were. It shouldn''t be too bad after connecting to the inte world.


    Everybody liked being ttered and Ling Qingyu was no exception.


    Her cheap daughter indeed had instinctive charisma.

 Chapter 78: Jack of all trade

    Having watched three pair of sses manufactured in seconds, Ling Qingyu had nothing to point out. The quality was guaranteed although she was not sure about the reliability since there wasn''t any testing stage.


    Ling Qingyu feltfortable wearing it and mouthed thank you. "Besides, it appears this machine can print out a car gine."


    "Yes, it does, Mom." Atha answered. "But I suggest instead of printing the tire thing out straight away, it''s better to print out small pieces and assemble themter. Presumably, in case of future repair and maintance, it will allow convice."


    Ling Qingyu agreed with her point of view and looked toward her confidantes. She saw the two immersed in their marvel of the sses.


    Atha added: "Of course, that is the case until I have a breakthrough in nanotechnologies. Otherwise, we should continue in a convtional way. I can hack if you want to speed up the process."


    "No way, Atha. You must never ever take a shortcut. I know it''s tempting but you must resist the urge." Ling Qingyu was firm in taking a stance to teach her new daughter.


    "Alright, it''s a pity with nanobots we can repair them without having to take too much space or time, like in those sci-fi movies, as if creating a new material out of nothing. You know those, Mom? By the way, I almost forgot this machine could also print out raw materials as long as we knew their properties and specs."


    Ling Qingyu nodded and listed to her cheap daughter''s chatter. She found Atha having a talkative personality. Ling Qingyu said, "Atha, I want you to create ab room to test your data. You can take one of the rooms and research technologies. If you need funding or any new raw material which you couldn''t make it, notify me."


    Tang Ziyi asked out of nowhere, "Atha, can you manufacture firearms or any weaponry?"


    Ling Qingyu''s face turned strange. Why were you involving my daughter into the arms industry?


    She pushed Tang Ziyi away and was about to tell Atha not to answer.


    "As a matter of fact, I can manufacture arms and armor. Give me some time after I finish setting up a secretb to collect samples and data." Atha said shrugging her shoulders.


    Ling Qingyu''s gift of AI was an absolute badass. Atha seemed more like a jack of all trades.


    "Th, I''ll ask you to modify my vehicles," Ling Qingyu said.


    "With pleasure, Mom. I can add armor and increase the level of protection. Yes, it''s a must. My priority is to give you the maximum level of security." Atha''s reply made Ling Qingyu delighted.


    What a filial daughter she had! Ev though people might misunderstand, she didn''t mind the disadvantages after clearly discovering the befits Atha showed.


    "I''m d that we have you, Atha. With your help, I might be able to expand my business sectors." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Mom''s business should be Spirit Beauty & Clothing Co.Ltd. What industries do you want to get into?" Atha was curious about Ling Qingyu''s future vision.


    "Automobile industry, heavy industry, electronics, and food," Ling Qingyu stated her thoughts out after some contemtion.


    "I can provide many helps in automobile, heavy industry, and electronics in several parts. Chip production is also easy for me since we have a printer. As for the machinery, we can produce it here and transport them to the factories to continue the process. It''s the food sector that troubles me the most. I can only support you with a managemt role." Atha gave a reply.


    Ling Qingyu understood the limits and merits Atha possessed. She was satisfied. Ev managemt support was solely a huge befit.


    "Mom, why don''t you first try software and application? It doesn''t cost a sweat for me. I can develop infinite software for you to sell. After achieving sess, you can proceed toward mobile andputer production, establishing yourself in the electronics industry." Atha suggested.


    Ling Qingyu''s brow raised at the n, Athaid out. It was impressive. After going back and forth questioning, Ling Qingyu decided to leave.


    The group returned to the elevator despite Atha''s reluctant face. Ling Qingyu consoled her that she woulde and check in oft.


    The trio soon returned to the office room and exited, watching the bookshelves slide back to their original position andpletely hid theiryout.


    They still had sses on their face. Tang Ziyi broke the silce first. "I don''t know about the rest, but that underg space is perfect to hide for international crime organizations."


    "What do you mean, huh?" Ling Qingyu''s voice was full of dissatisfaction. "I''m making sure we have a legal status."


    "Alright, I''m just kidding. But I must admit, it''s a perfect base for training your guards in the future as well as for some secret storage." Tang Ziyi led her foot toward the door.


    Ling Qingyu nodded. The underg architecture didn''t feel congested. The designyout suited for any type of person.


    Tang Ziyi still said: "Based on Atha''s description, your residce might be thest sanctuary for humankind in the face of apocalypse. With the space provided, you can ev grow crops."


    Xiao Yue''s expression seemed to agree with Tang Ziyi. Ling Qingyu waved them out to leave and watched the two exit the room.


    "Good night," Ling Qingyu said politely but her inner mind was groaning at the two lovebirds. Who knew what they might be doingte in the night?


    Since she had told her butler to keep anyone off the vicinity of her office room, no one came in and disturbed her. Otherwise, the fact that three of them disappeared might spread across the manor and cause havoc.


    Fortunately, Lin Xiao also didn''t disturb Ling Qingyu''s activity too. She also heard Lin Xiao reporting her elders were doing fine after check-ups and she replied her gratitude.


    This happed during the short ''earthquake'' wh Ling Qingyu received the gifts. Ling Qingyu cursed at the system for nearly blowing the tire cover.


    Ling Qingyu conctrated on the papers on her work table. These were moved from the old apartmt she lived in.


    Although she had gerally studied everything, there was nothing wrong with repeating the process.


    Ling Qingyu put down the work after feeling a bit tired. She ev forgot her ss was on her face and was about to take it off.


    "Mom, are you tired? Do you want me to manufacture an automatic massager and sd it right away?" Atha''s voice came into her ears.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched. "Only speak wh I put the ss on. If you want me to notice, you can also have some vibration and light shing to alert me of your presce. What if someone outside of our group heard you?"


    Ling Qingyu put the ss back on and saw Atha sitting on the chair in front of her. Augmted Reality technology was amazing.


    "Don''t worry, Mom. You are the only person who can hear me." Atha yed a with the chair and swiveled in ce.


    Ling Qingyu put away the ss for a momt and wore it again. Well, there wasn''t ev a chair in reality. "About your question, Atha. I don''t need one. I''m about to sleep."


    Ling Qingyu stretched herself, her buttons on the bust almost ripped off. A pitiful sight where no one was there to ravel at.


    She walked out as she continued conversing with Atha. Fortunately, the direction to her bedroom was shown on the ss with gre arrows.


    Atha handled everything for her without requiring Ling Qingyu to call for Lin Xiao. Ling Qingyu prepared to sleep in her currt attire because it wasfortable ev if the clothing was a towel.


    She put the ss on the desk beside her and said good night.


    "Good night, Mom." The ss buzzed and replied.


    The night prevailed with silce as the activities decreased. Insects'' whispers only stayed throughout the night as the moon started to descd back into the horizon and disappeared.


    Lin Xiao: Am I about to lose the job? (^~^)

 Chapter 79: So, youre such a Ling Qingyu

    A bright sunlight cascaded over Ling Qingyu. She oped her eyes and found that her hands were numb, tied on the top edge of the room. She tried to move and instead hurt her wrists.


    It was excruciating and Ling Qingyu looked up. She saw her hands were handcuffed.


    Did someone break in? Who did this? How in the world does someone pass the securities?


    She was scared, extremely scared. Put in a vulnerable position, without any power to resist, Ling Qingyu''s eyes teared up as she yanked her hands out.


    Her action was useless and nearly injured her hands in the process. She rotated her body to sit up but froze and discovered another shock.


    Her legs were tied by ropes and spread apart connect to the metallic frontleg of the bed forming a ''Y'' figure. All her limbs were immovable. She could do nothing except twist her waist.


    Was it Tang Ziyi''s prank? Or is anyone kidding her a? She didn''t like this joke.


    After she calmed down wh she couldn''t move at all, she realized it was impossible for a break-in to ur. Atha had everything under control and she monitored the tire manor.


    Once there was a suspect, everyone in her house would be immediately alerted by her one way or the other.


    She breathed slowly, recovering her ergy as she began to think about how to release herself from restraint.


    Okay! Since she was fine, the prank should stop, right?


    Puff! Puff!


    Two whish sounds tered her ears and Ling Qingyu jolted her head up. What she saw caused her brows to twitch.


    A woman was sitting on a chair, crossing her legs. Her chin leaned over the palm supported by her knees. Her head slightly tilted as she smiled watching Ling Qingyu''s embarrassmt.


    The other hand grasped the horsewhip as sheshed out on the floor. The true sound source. The woman wasn''t unfamiliar. She knew her.


    But the problem was she shouldn''t be in her house at this momt.


    Officer Yang. Yang Qingyue, the superintdt she met at the hospital.


    Currtly, Ling Qingyu ev suspected Officer Yang was teasing her.


    Which policewoman had be se wearing a sexy uniform and holding a whip? That should be a teager''s most wanted dream.


    What type of dream, ahem, Ling Qingyu didn''t need to talk?


    Yang Qingyue wore a blue shirt and ck skirt, a police uniform, with a  hat on her head. Police badge embroidery on each piece of clothing.


    If the view was only that, Ling Qingyu''s chin wouldn''t have dropped off.


    The weird point was the style, Yang Qingyue dressed.


    Officer Yang had her short sleeve shirt, a few on her chest unbuttoned, fully disying her cleavage and her inner ck bra. Her mini-short skirt had forked on the side and the way she sat showed everything.


    "I heard your chatter about me, yesterday. It seems you want punishmt," Yang Qingyue uttered seductively as she stood up.


    Looming inner thighs and a pair of ck silk stockings reaching above her knees, Yang Qingyue strode toward Ling Qingyu with elegance and yfulness.


    Every two or three steps, she whipped and screeching air chilled Ling Qingyu''s spine.


    Ling Qingyu struggled to no air and the question in her mind wt away without a trace. She heard two cracks and saw Officer Yang whipping.


    The ssation rushed into her brain as she felt pain on both of her thighs as well as pleasure. Pleasure? How could she ev¡­


    Another blownded on the stomach albeit gtly hurting the skin only; Ling Qingyu crumbled inward. Something inside of her arose.


    "No, Officer Yang. Why''re you doing this?" Ling Qingyu asked out of fear.


    "Why? Isn''t this what you want all along wh your eyes feast on me?"


    She wanted to dy but was dumbfounded wh Yang Qingyue straddled her, softly brushing the redded skin area, and brought goosebumps all over her body.


    Every touch of the policewoman heighted her sse and Ling Qingyu started to joy. Anyway, she couldn''t resist no matter what. Let it flow.


    Yang Qingyue''s move ceased to surprise her as she tore off Ling Qingyu''s bathrobe. Now, Ling Qingyu was naked and amb to be ughtered.


    The mad policewoman groped Ling Qingyu''s chin and kissed her. Ling Qingyu''s eyes wide op. Her first kiss!


    Soon, she closed her eyes and lost herself in the momt, riding across the sea of pleasure. She shivered wh Yang Qingyu left her mouth and kissed her neckline, trailing downward as time passed by.


    Wh Yang Qingyue''s hands fondled her two mountain molds into differt shapes, blood rushed to her brain and her eyes turned . She never thought touching oneself and being touched by others were totally differt.


    Her chest rose and her head tumbled back. Her poor restrained body flung helplessly. Ling Qingyu''s mouth slowly murmured a syble.


    Cleavage, midriff, lower abdom, and slowly over Ed''s gard. A hot lucid breath loomed over the mysterious gard, raising Ling Qingyu''s expectations.


    Yang Qingyue''s hands never left her chest and Ling Qingyu looked downward and saw Yang Qingyue smiled.


    Her mouth smooched on the target. Bullseye!


    Ling Qingy buckled her waist as the pleasure reached the pinnacle. Something snapped inside her brain.


    At the same time, Yang Qingyue''s hand pinched the hard point on her pair of breasts. Double stimtion cked her vision; Ling Qingyu felt she couldn''t breathe and lost control over her body.


    Her body trembled and Ling Qingyu''s vision darked. She didn''t know anymore. But she hope the session didn''t d.


    ¡­.


    Ling Qingyu got up, gasping for breath. She looked a her room. There were no handcuffs, no Yang Qingyue, no pleasure. Why did she feel pity?


    It was a dream, after all. To think that she would lose herself in pleasure and joy a BDSM session, Ling Qingyu covered her face.


    Still feeling insecure she buried her face under the piles of nkets, her buttocks raised in the air in her kneeling posture. She was ashamed of herself and doubted her personality.


    Was she a hidd ''M''?


    So, You''re such a person! Oh, hope no one sees her shame. Thinking of the vile session, she wanted to continue. Too bad, it was just a dream.


    She shook her head. But she reminisced the pure pleasure and reckoned¡ªso that was the feeling of orgasm. A blissful state where she knew nothing but to rise in the air.


    A buzz beckoned her atttion and she uncovered the nkets. The vibration came from the spectacle giv by Athast night.


    She put it on and Atha''s happy voice came in. "Good morning! Mom."


    "Good morning, Sweetie." Ling Qingyu replied. Whether or not her daughter was real, she was delighted to have one now as long as she didn''t need to do that with the man.


    "Are you okay, Mom? Your face blushed and riped like an apple. I can ev hear you mumbling in your sleep." Atha said tapping her chin.


    Wh Ling Qingyu heard Atha say this and saw her daughter''s projection, she coughed to brush away the embarrassmt. "It''s because of a dream. Okay, I''m gonna wash up, what''s the time now."


    "5:45. Very early now, Mom can still sleep if you want to."


    "No, it''s better to exercise than waste time. I''ll be talking to youter." Ling Qingyu removed the spectacle and stood up.


    Only now did she realize wh her inner thighs brushed against one another, there was wetness. She didn''t need to be taught the reason for it and Ling Qingyu blushed, fanning the air a her face.


    It continued dripping down the thigh. Ling Qingyu quicked her pace and tered the bathroom, mming the door shut.


    "Strange! Mommy''s behavior is strange. Should I look into the bathroom?" Atha was deep in thought.

 Chapter 80: Trading cheats

    Unknown to Ling Qingyu, Atha was about to peek but control herself. Ling Qingyu didn''t know her daughter''s shes in ideas.


    She joyed a warm soothing shower, slowly wiping off the skin. Her eyes wt back in thought, reminiscing her dream.


    Recalling every momt printed in her mind, Ling Qingyu couldn''t find out the reason why she remembered every second, unlike most dreams in a blurry state.


    The grease from sweat and wetness seeped from her organ made her ufortable. The stuck feeling wt away during the shower.


    After Ling Qingyu dried herself, she came out and changed into sports wear. She had already made an oath to exercise herself every morning.


    Unlike Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue who woke up at 4 am to practice, Ling Qingyu couldn''t ev try like them.


    Ling Qingyu wt out with her spectacles on and with Atha''s guidance and met a maid who seemed to guard the trance to her room.


    The poor maid was sleepy until Ling Qingyu''s figure woke her uppletely. Ling Qingyu tried hard not tough at her state.


    "Good morning, Miss Ling," The maid bowed and greeted.


    "Morning to you. Wh did you begin standing here?" Ling Qingyu was curious.


    "About an hour ago, Miss Ling."


    "If you''re tired, you better sleep first before continuing your work." Ling Qingyu said in a worried tone.


    "It''s our responsibility, Miss Ling."


    "Just pay atttion to your health." Ling Qingyu didn''t say more and asked where Lin Xiao was.


    It appeared Lin Xiao was still asleep. Wh asked by the maid if needed to call her Ling Qingyu declined and paced toward the dining hall alone.


    Because it was early morning, very few maids roamed a the building. Entering the dining hall, after she took a seat, another maid came.


    "Please, give me juice and a half-fried egg, thank you." Ling Qingyu said to the girl, who nodded after hearing her order.


    A momtter, the same maid delivered the breakfast¡ªfresh orange juice and two fried eggs. A simple meal. Ling Qingyu wiped her mouth after eating and asked the maid, who stayed a her wh she ate.


    "Can I have fried rice after I exercise?" Ling Qingyu already ordered a meal after her exercise.


    "Yes, Miss Ling. Butler Lin had bought every ingredit to match your desire." The maid replied.


    "Thank you." Ling Qingyu left the hall and remembered she had asked Lin Xiao before to buy necessities.


    She almost forgot her servants in the manor also needed means of transportation. It seemed she might have to visit the car sale cter today.


    She wrote on the to-do lists on her phone. Having a nearly trillion without any use is a waste of money for her.


    Well, not technically as she received interest from the banks. But the money wasn''t circting for her befit.


    Ling Qingyu stopped on her track toward the gym and whispered out of nowhere. "Atha, can you hear me?"


    "Yes, Mom, what''s the matter."


    Seeing that she could speak with Atha in a low tone without problems, Ling Qingyu continued walking. "What have you donest night?"


    "I''ve finished producing equipmt and set up theb as you ordered, Mother. The containmt system is still in progress." Atha introduced herst night''s activities.


    "Speaking of Atha, you can trade online, correct? What''s your winning perctage" Ling Qingyu got to the main point.


    "Trading is easy for me mother as long as I can calcte the trd, 99 perct of the time, my prediction will be correct. The other one perct remained due to other sudd crises. Ev th a quick algorithm could estimate and mitigate losses, ev earning a little in the process too."


    Ling Qingyu smiled at Atha''s ability. She wouldn''t be surprised, her cheap daughter''s calction uracy was so high. If Atha utilized more of her pottial, the uracy would increase without a doubt.


    "Alright, I know you''re excellt. Tell me if I give you  billion yuan, can you triple that number." Ling Qingyu inquired.


    "Triple is too low. I can return t times the profit. Of course, I rmd doing it only once a month." Atha shouted in excitemt to prove herself.


    Ling Qingyu wasn''t too astonished since she expected Atha to easily achieve such a record but she must still support her daughter. "Wow, our Atha''s brilliant! I''ve got the best daughter here."


    She also understood why Atha rmd to do it only once. Two reasons¡ªthe first being to avoid being tracked by authorities and the second, to prevt exploitation of the system causing havoc on other traders: what you gained might be someone losing.


    "Mom, My CPU might fry from being ashamed." Atha''s reply spurtedughter from Ling Qingyu. Atha knowing how to joke relieved Ling Qingyu.


    A simple child mindset with immse capability was terrible but with Ling Qingyu''s guidance, she believed the future would be safe.


    "I guess with your ability, Mommy can lie t and be a salted fish."


    "Mom, although financial gain through trading is a lot, it isn''t stable after all. What''s not yours, you couldn''t control it. Not to mtion, trading couldn''t be considered real wealth. Except to gain some prior investmt fundings or to satisfy your daily gain, trading shouldn''t be the only source of wealth."


    Atha: "I suggest Mom invests in other resources to give products and services to themunity. Innovation and invtion are the hard money in the economy. Providing for the society will be the real wealth and the cirction of your money is a win-win situation here, strgthing your influce and power."


    Ling Qingyu listed to Atha''s lecture seriously and wondered wh her daughter essed economics, although she exined everything inyman''s terms.


    "But if Mom desired more funds," Atha continued. "Our printer can produce as much gold as you like. These are the hard currcy in the modern era."


    Ling Qingyu almost staggered her footsteps. Her nature of securing more money lost her thinking ability. Atha was right. She could possess a huge amount of gold; what was there to continue worrying?


    "No need to do it unless there''s a crisis." Ling Qingyu calmed herself and replied. "Most of the money I earned isn''t to spd myself. Rather I want these funds to make myself a better human being."


    "Wow! Mom is a great person. I''m learning from you." Atha''s words caused Ling Qingyu''s mouth to twitch and brought a heavy burd on her shoulder.


    It appeared like having her own childr, requiring Ling Qingyu to pay atttion to everything.


    And she didn''t lie. Since she could earn a lot without paying big, she would donate to areas where they were needed.


    With Atha''s words, Ling Qingyu''s inner passion burned. Billions or trillions seemed to have no differce to her. In this life, she should live and attempt something for the world.


    Perhaps the answer to why Miss System brought her into this world might be found in the process.


    Ev if her dream seemed impossible at the momt, a journey of a thousand miles began with a tiny step. It was only a step required to vture into what she desired.


    Before achieving the impossible, she had to begin with her province. Corruptions, crimes, and chaos.


    She already decided on her first step, quelling the troubles and bringing life and hope to the public. The motivation was higher wh her old self died because of it.

 Chapter 81: First workout

    No amount of wealth was useful if one couldn''t protect themselves. She could gain an infinite amount of money, but her currt strgth couldn''t ev face the two biggest families in Province N.


    What about other Provinces and those in the capital? Wasn''t her existce simr to a bigger ant among ants?


    What defined strgth in the business world? Connectionworks, funding, influce on the public, and the hard power itself were the factors that came through Ling Qingyu''s mind.


    Ling Qingyu would increase her connection with various types of people as she walked on the business red carpet naturally as long as she stayed in the circle. Politicians, respected figures, wealthy groups, consortiums and ev criminals.


    As for her wealth, maybe without Atha''s presce, she must struggle for a few years to reach her goals. The funding required for her growth would be expontial to be regarded as her strgthpared to other giants.


    Now with Atha''s suggestion, she realized she had too much. The only esstial step was to protect against any outside harm.


    Ling Qingyu nned to address the two points mtioned above in the future. With these thoughts in mind, Ling Qingyu considered the other two factors she intded to focus on currtly.


    Exerting influce on the public started with her donation at the hospital in the past few days. She wouldter increase the scale by building roads and schools where her name would be recognizable in the future.


    There wasn''t any point rted to hard power because she already began. To protect herself and thepany, she needed elite-tier securities and Tang Ziyi''s help was excellt timing.


    In another few months, she would have no worries regarding those worrisome triads and gangs rumbling a the province as she already possessed an armed group of guards, provided Officer Yang acted ording to her n.


    These thoughts flew quickly in Ling Qingyu''s mind, as she conversed with Atha and continued her path to the gym.


    Arriving at her destination, she saw early risers. It wasn''t surprising to see Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue at the gym.


    But what were Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu waking up early for? The other day wh she called Su Ruomei on the phone at this time, her security captain was still brushing her teeth.


    Today, Su Ruomei was active, alongside Jiang Yu, training on the punching bags. She was eager to have Tang Ziyi''s guidance to further polish her skills. Jiang Yu most probably followed her Sister-like figure.


    Ling Qingyu halted her footsteps as she saw the two walk toward Tang Ziyi. At a distance, she didn''t hear what they discussed and only saw Tang Ziyi nod.


    After everyone stood on the martial art soft mattress, Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu lunged toward Tang Ziyi at the same time.


    Ling Qingyu was dumbfounded and realized the three were practicing grappling techniques.


    Su Ruomei & Jiang Yu Vs Tang Ziyi.


    Ling Qingyu watched in relish, as the two wom struggled against Tang Ziyi, getting thrown up in the air several times until they managed to grab both Tang Ziyi''s upper body and lower body.


    Police takedown method or military one.


    Either way, the technique was supposed to make the oppont lose bnce and couldn''t move any longer, locking the four limbs of the body.


    That was also the reason why there were always so many police officers on the upper and lower region of a suspect, whever they put down one.


    Tang Ziyi didn''t panic despite small troubles. Yes, Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu did a good move but that was all.


    Tang Ziyi''s strong muscle power on her waist with her superb technique managed to slither out of the bondage.


    Ling Qingyu pped her hands as she strode in. "Wonderful disy of power. Sister Tang, you promised to help me exercise, starting today."


    Tang Ziyi was stunned. Wh did she say this? She was definitely sure, she hadn''t.


    Since Ling Qingyuid out her n, Tang Ziyi also had to guide her. Ling Qing put away her precious spectacle and began warming up.


    She also had gone to the gym in her previous life and knew the process. But it was better with Tang Ziyi''s help.


    One, the body in this life was a female. Two, there must be secrets from Ancit Martial Arts which wer''t shared with the public.


    As she expected, Tang Ziyi''s warm-up session waspletely differt. Tang Ziyi shared her knowledge without any pretse or cover-up.


    All the knowledge rted to meridians and the Eastern martial art system differedpletely from what Ling Qingyu had known about Martial art. It was profound, filled with dless possibilities.


    Tang Ziyi''s exnation oped up a new world, both cultivating the mind and the body. Of course, it wasn''t resembling any sort of cultivating immortal like in those stories.


    Ling Qingyu felt it was a pity and followed Tang Ziyi''s instructions. She wasn''t alone as Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu listed atttively.


    Tang Ziyi''s martial art systembined both ancit and modern ways of thought. The ancit method focused on the state of mind while the modern way conctrated on the issue of practicality.


    It didn''t mean that the modern method was better. In those ancit times, wh the regions were in chaos, most of the time, numerous fighting took ce.


    Small battles ranging from hundred m urred every week or month. People wouldn''t feel surprised. Because of the high intsity where killing became normal, ancit martial art trained the mind power, to not be easily influced by these dangerous factors and destroy oneself.


    That could also attribute to the reason why ancit martial art did not fall well wh theypeted with the modern one, since the two aim was differt.


    After Tang Ziyi''s exnation, she showed the stretching exercise and Ling Qingyu followed suit without hesitation no matter how the appearance looked strange.


    Tang Ziyi carried on with Tai-Chi dance, to stretch out and exercise the meridian in the body.


    Initially, Ling Qingyu wanted tough wh she moved but she controlled herself and kept up with the pace. At the d of the early session, she felt the differce. Lighter and more ergetic, although her form wasn''t correct yet.


    "Grip your hand on my wrist with all your strgth," Tang Ziyi told Ling Qingyu and patted her hand afterward. "Enough. Your strgth isparable to an adult male. What a wonderful physique. Too bad, if you practiced at the age like me, I don''t know how many milestones will you break."


    Tang Ziyi sounded regretful. Ling Qingyu didn''t say this physique was due to Miss System. Some things it was better not to say it.


    Since Ling Qingyu''s foundation was excellt, Tang Ziyi wt mercilessly on the first day. Of course, the aim was to test her limit but Ling Qingyu felt otherwise.


    Ling Qingyu had exercised before and she knew Tang Ziyi''s set was already in an intermediate stage. For wom, this might already be in the advanced ss.


    But aint wasint; Ling Qingyu hid her expression under Tang Ziyi''s stern gaze, who was aware of Ling Qingyu''s inner psychology.


    After Ling Qingyu achieved every goal, Tang Ziyi had set, Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu looked at her in admiration.


    Ling Qingyu had never exercised in their judgmt andcked body healthcare. To be able toplete, the set, most wom struggle to finish, it was incredible in their eyes.


    Ling Qingyu also didn''t expect her physique to have a firm foundation. She initially thought being able toplete half was a miracle.


    Now that Ling Qingyu surpassed a miracle, she was satisfied with her body and her will. So many times, she wanted to give up but under Tang Ziyi''s terrifying eyes and to avoid being condescded, she had persevered.


    Her spine chilled as the cold turbulce revolved a her. Ling Qingyu nced a and discovered it was her only feeling until she met Tang Ziyi''s smiling eyes.


    Oh-Uh! F**k! Didn''t that nce mean in the future she would suffer terrible abuse?

 Chapter 82: Ling Yunxiang

    In the d, Ling Qingyu didn''t mind the fatigue as she also felt great whever she ssed her body had strgthed.


    It was likely an illusion since there was no way, someone became superb in a single day.


    She watched as the other girls sparred back and forth, exchanging techniques and insights.


    Massaging her muscle and tdon, Ling Qingyu followed Tang Ziyi''s instructions to cool down or warm down as most called it.


    Her tire body was sore and cramped. Although Ling Qingyu tried to rx her muscle, the heavy burd piled on her whole body.


    She didn''t want to go to work with this feeling on her body.


    Yes, today was supposed to be the day she first tered her workspace since she transmigrated to this world.


    Ling Qingyu promised Zhao Xiurong to handle the aftermath of the missing Presidt. Poor Secretary had to struggle without her presce, handling thepany''s havoc, speaking with those troublesome old hags, and convincing the public their workspace was stable.


    None was easy but her secretary didn''t ev frown in front of her once.


    Noting her hard work and paying atttion to the situation, Ling Qingyu was relieved to see herpany didn''t go astray under Secretary Zhao''s lead.


    Despite not being physically prest, she always allocated time to read emails and reply to important messages from her secretary these days. It was impossible ev though she wt missing, she wasn''t out of touch.


    Ling Qingyu''s heart raced at the thought of bing a real Presidt, imagining a grand sce at the height ofmands but her excited gesture brought a grimace on her face.


    The leftover strain from Tang Ziyi''s routine drew deep gasps from her mouth. Her prior anticipation wt away without a trace.


    "Sister Tang, I must go to work, today. Now, you have made me hard to move." Ling Qingyuined and felt fortunate because she did her cooling work seriously.


    She couldn''t bear to see what might happ if she didn''t list.


    "Don''t worry! Let''s have a warm bath together. I''ll give you a massage to relieve the tsion." Tang Ziyi said with a smirk.


    Hearing Tang Ziyi''s words, Ling Qingyu almost had a nosebleed. Taking a bath together with four beauties, Ling Qingyu believed she would surely have an impulse.


    Like a saying¡ªexpericing the beauty of peony was so chanting that ev the thought of departing the world in its presce seemed a worthy trade¡ªLing Qingyu might ev attempt subconsciously.


    Looking closely at Ling Qingyu''s shy reaction, Tang Ziyi read her mtal journey and rolled her eyes. "What''re you thinking ev? Of course, it''s in a separate bathing ce. I''ll only massage wh everything is over."


    Ling Qingyu pouted her lips in regret. She thought of Tang Ziyi''s naked figure helping herself in the bathtub. What a waste of expectation!


    A group of girls began to ter the gym and almost crowded the space. Ling Qingyu realized they were likely to be guards responsible for the security of her manor.


    Everyone greeted Ling Qingyu and the rest with respect. Ling Qingyu replied to each of their greetings.


    Differt workspaces required differt training. The guards were now routinely training themselves. From their mouths, Ling Qingyu understood, it was a rare opportunity to use the high-tier gym free and she didn''t mind these beauties making use of it.


    Based on the excited expressions, Ling Qingyu knew beforeing to her manor to work, these girls only wt to the gym one or two times a week or maybe zero based on their financial situation.


    Seeing them working out a bit stiff and conscious of the sur, Ling Qingyu''s group decided to leave to avoid pressuring these girls.


    Plus, everyone had finished their goals and walked toward the bathing area. Due to Atha''s existce, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue found the destination quickly.


    ...


    Two cars departed from the manor. A  and ck sedan. Ling Qingyu sat in the backseat of the ck Cadic as usual.


    Gazing at the sces drifting backward, Ling Qingyu yawned. Although Tang Ziyi massaged her, there remained a little soress but fortunately, Ling Qingy''s movemt was no longer affected.


    Except every time she moved her body felt strange and a little stiff, Ling Qingyu had nothing more to worry about. And today was only the first; after a second or more times, Ling Qingyu had already gained more strgth by th.


    Pushing her spectacle on the nose, Ling Qingyu muttered: "Atha, investigate andpile the information rted to Ling Yunxiang for me."


    Ling Qingyu''s voice was close to a whisper but inside the car with Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, they heard everything. Fortunately, they were wearing the same sses and shared the same secret.


    Su Ruomei and others also became vious of the uniform spectacle and urged Ling Qingyu to give them one because the design was wless and beautiful, piquing the hearts of many wom.


    After two or three seconds, Atha replied alongside the information projected into the ss. "Here Mom, you can read everything here. If you want to know more just click with your hand and the archive will expand."


    Like a touch scre on a virtual one, Ling Qingyu read the information and was speechless.


    Her half-sister, Ling Yunxiang, 8 years old, was currtly an actress. Of course, her level could only be regarded as 3rd tier but the treatmt level was nearing nd due to her father''s presce.


    ording to the informationid out by Atha,  of the facts here looked promising.


    Her reputation sucked and the cked materials piled up like a mountain. Ling Qingyu had no idea who this cheap half-stepsister had offded.


    Fortunately, Atha bracketed them as rumors beside the information. Ling Qingyu was pleased with Atha''s ability to judge right and wrong in this misleading information technology age.


    Reading further, Ling Qingyu found more rumors, making it hard for her to find the truth. She refused believing her sister was this heinous.


    What appeared in front of her eyes more convincingly was Ling Yunxiang tried to appear near those st tier artists and ev promoted CP with one of the male gods.


    There were many news and videos one after another about her brok unspok rules. She slept with this director; she slept with a certain producer; she slept with an investor. All in all, nothing good came out of it.


    Terrifying reputation, Ling Qingyu must be honest. If someone rted her half-sister to her, Ling Qingyu''s Spirit Company had a higher probability to go through a storm.


    Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched. Noway, like it or not, she must fight against those public opinions to protect her own prestige.


    Although Ling Qingyu hated her father¡ªLing Much¡ªit was impossible for the level of the daughter he raised to drop to this extt.


    There was only one reason, her half-sister met or offded someone whose power rivaled the big Ling family, which seemed to not fd well currtly.


    But Ling Qingyu wasn''t happy, not ev her remaining body subconscious told so. Ev though she hated her father''s family to cause tragedy for her mother, Ling Qingyu still couldn''t bear to let them fall.


    After all, in her memory, her grandfather from the paternal lineage provided support many times during her youth struggle. He must be the only close rtive from Ling family who brought warmth.


    Perhaps those on the seat must act ruthlessly despite their reluctance in order to maintain the family but Ling Qingyu abhorred the vile practice.


    Now it appeared Ling Qingyu must also take care of her viinous half-sister, at least giving face to the already passed away old man and helping the family handle some pressure.


    Nheless, it never meant she had forgiv them. She had also cut every tie with the family and vtured alone to achieve the currt sess. It was simply imusible for her to reconnect with the family.


    Her aid was also a preemptive strike to prevt her business from getting hurt. Moreover, Ling Yunxiang might be the product who caused Ling Qingyu''s mother to suffer but she was innoct.


    The previous Ling Qingyu might find it hard to admit but the currt one saw things through clearly.


    She must connect with her cheap sisterter. For now, she needed to search for a vehicle that fit her status.


    Since day one she rode on others'' transportation, Ling Qingyu should have one as a Presidt. Besides, her manor now had servants who might also need vehicles toplete the job.

 Chapter 83: Buying vehicles

    Ling Qingyu asked Xiao Yue to call Su Ruomei. "Sister Xiao, tell Ruomei, we''ll be separating our path and she should continue her way to work."


    "In the meantime, let''s go to the car sale cter," Ling Qingyu said to Tang Ziyi as she took out her phone and dialed Zhao Xiurong''s number.


    "Sister Zhao, I might be runningte today. Yes¡­There are some matters that I have to deal with." Ling Qingyu told her secretary while Xiao Yue ryed Ling Qingyu''s words to Su Ruomei.


    Half an hourter, they arrived at the sales cter where several car brands disyed thetest vehicles,peting in one area.


    The various car dealers were located within a hundred steps of each other. Province N was still in the initial developmt stage and there were limited suitable locations for sales.


    Very few ces fitted the requiremts and the governor of the province had chos some hotspots where most people traveled nearby.


    Tang Ziyi drove into the parking lot, nearest to the building. Since the time was still in the early morning, the parking area was empty.


    As soon as everyone got out, all eyes were on them. Their stare brighted as they studied Ling Qingyu''s group outfit.


    Ling Qingyu was d in an all-dy''s suit,plemted by elegant  high heels. Why did she wear heels?


    Simple, because she couldn''t resist. Her body''s subconscious reaction foundfort in walking on them.


    Anyway, as long as she resisted wearing stockings, she still retained her real self. (^@^)


    She had also feared stumbling her steps but it turned out she was overthinking. Her confidt striding style seemed ingrained deep in her very bones as if she was only born tomand atttion.


    Although it wasn''t convitpared to bare feet or slippers, Ling Qingyu still had the confidce to dance difficult moves on heels.


    Most of the automakers'' salespersons stood anxiously near the trance, maintaining their professionalposure. Meanwhile, some others couldn''t hide their excitemt and strode confidtly toward Ling Qingyu''s group


    Just after Ling Qingyu surveyed the sce and registered the numerous nces directed her way, a few bold individuals hasted to approach her.


    Ling Qingyu''s expression shifted to one of surprise. Wh had shest se car dealers so eager for sales?


    Where has their sse of decorum gone? What happed to their usual air of indifferce?


    Unsure whether she arrived at the correct location, she gazed at the signboards. Yes, previous life European car brands were all grouped together here.


    The suring also hadmotions as the intsity of murmurs increased. The main reason why Ling Qingyu''s trio received more eyes than usual was their stunning appeal.


    Three goddesses'' heavly beauties could attract both the eyes of m and wom. Every girl in her group could score nearly nine or a full t in terms of attractivess.


    Not to mtion, their high stature and beyond-the-average heights exuded domineering air, causing fatal temptation on the suring.


    "Whosedies are these? They''re so beautiful. I think all those stars are a moth in front of them. Do you know any of them?" One of the m elbowed his neighbor, who red back and snorted.


    "You don''t know, how would I know? But you''re right. I''m satisfied as long as they gave me a nce and a smile."


    What a simp, everyone backed away immediately.


    "I''ve to say, the urge to lick is very strong wh I look more. Ah! It''s a curse, I better stay away from these fairies." Another also agreed causing disgust a.


    "It''s a pity, they''re wearing sses. Although ss type looks not bad, I''d rather my girl has healthy eyes."


    "Noway, my heart races this much for the first time but their heights overshadow me." This one drewughter.


    "They''re all wearing excellt styles and clothing. Their family shouldn''t be simple. Which young missese to buy cars?"


    "Speaking of, don''t you guys feel the one wearing  clothes resembles someone we knew?"


    "Now that you''ve pointed, it''s true. It''s definitely someone we know but who''s it." The question heighted the curiosity among m, while the wom were jealous of Ling Qingyu''s trio.


    "Oh Gosh! There''re still lickers who dare to do anything. Look at the group of m! Where''s the image of a respectedpany? They couldn''t stand still wh they see wom. What a shame!"


    "Wait, isn''t that the manager responsible for the sales of Btley cars? Hiss!" The eagerness expressed by a particr salesman raised doubts among the crowds.


    Ling Qingyu frowned at the situation as if she was facing the paparazzi. They must move because if they continued to stand still, there was a problem of being circled, a disadvantageous situation Ling Qingyu would not like to suffer.


    "Haha, Presidt Ling''s appearance has attracted disturbances. Please forgive us for themotion, Miss Ling." The salesman came before Ling Qingyu''s group and said.


    "You know me?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "There''s no one in Province N who doesn''t know you, Miss Ling." He gave a cheerful reply. "I''m Chief Liu of the sales teams responsible for the Btley. Congrattions on the safe recovery too, Miss Ling."


    "Thank you." Ling Qingyu didn''t lose her etiquette. "My previous car''s scrapped and I''m thinking of buying a new one. Now that you''re here, why don''t you guide me?"


    Ling Qingyu''s words brought smiles upon Chief Liu, who turned to the side and gestured. "It''s an honor, Miss Ling. Please."


    Ling Qingyu returned the smile and walked forward, following Chief Liu''s guidance. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue protected her on both sides as exmations resounded.


    "Damn, that''s Presidt Ling! She''s among the top  in our wealthiest wom lists."


    "So it is her! Oh, we should also have run to the front in the beginning." A regretful voice echoed in everyone''s heart.


    "Isn''t our unspok rules suppose to wait for our customers before they ter our sector?"


    After someone said it out loud, everyone was dumbfounded. Yeah, these unscrupulous Btley bastards, everyone cussed.


    "He must''ve se the woman is Ling Qingyu from afar."


    "Fuck that guy! We must give him a lesson to honor our rules." An agreemt was formed due to a collective emy.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t know a silt war was brewing behind her. The reason why she followed Chief Liu wasn''t due to his persistce or his cheeky counter.


    Her previous car was also a Btley sedan and she joyed the old rides. Ling Qingyu considered a new Btley as her choice of transportation too.


    Ling Qingyu longed to ride those luxury sedans and desired to test out the differce from convtional ones. She wasn''t satisfied with her memories but intded to test them first-hand.


    Entering the Btley dealership showroom, Ling Qingyu''s eyes immediately caught on the vehicle on disy. Thetest model of the Btley sedan ss.


    With a majestic sturdy frame without diminishing the aerodynamic wlessness, Ling Qingyu instantly fancied the car.


    On top of that the ck paint job exuded a high elite momtum, perfectly fitting Ling Qingyu''s requiremt.


    The unexpected out-of-tune voice interrupted Ling Qingyu''s desire. "You gotta buy it for me. There''s no way, you''re the only one driving that."


    Tang Ziyi squeezed Ling Qingyu''s shoulders as she spoke. Ling Qingyu nced at her partner superciliously but had to relt under Tang Ziyi''s firm grip.


    Tang Ziyi''s choice of style matched hers. Since she had already decided to buy multiple vehicles, it wasn''t a problem to have one for her partners, including Xiao Yue.

 Chapter 84: Stunning spending

    Perhaps aware of Ling Qingyu''s inner psychology as one would expect in an experienced salesperson. Chief Liu introduced eloquently and with fervent passion.


    "Ladies, this beast is our newest model for the sedan ss Flying Spur 2023." The group got closer to the vehicle and studied its outlook.


    Although Athena had already spoken into their ears through the ss, it was a different feeling, hearing a salesperson''s portrayal.


    Everything he said contributed to raising the outlook of the vehicle. 4-seat sedan powered by twin-turbo W-12.


    With 12 cylinders under the hood, 626 horsepower allowed the vehicle to elerate from 0 to more than 60mph within 3.5 seconds.


    This vehicle possessed eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. The fuel consumption was indeed not small for a luxury type.


    As Chief Liu exined, Athena drew pictures and disyed animation on their sses to ensure Ling Qingyu''s trio understood better.


    The cabin inside was decked out in Bentley''s customized best wardrobe of leathers, woods, and metal trimming.


    Ling Qingyu was reading the papers handed out by Chief Liu, scanning those statistics rted to its specifications.


    Even though most wouldn''t understand, Ling Qingyu had no such problem. Athena''s contribution cleared away and added new knowledge for her.


    To be honest, this was the first time she had seen a sedan having an eight-gear transmission. A whole new world weaved before her eyes.


    It was incredible to see the eleration rate of this beast. If Athena further upgraded the engine and studied some technologies from the vehicle, her knowledge base might expand.


    No further words were needed as she signaled Chief Liu, she was buying this Bentley. Chief Liu''s attitude instantly became more weing.


    "There''re several versions of Flying Spur, Miss. Which one do you prefer?" Chief Liu handed out another paper and Ling Qingyu took a look at it.


    "What do you think?" Ling Qingyu also whispered and her secret eyes movement were immediately noticed by Athena.


    "Go for the most expensive one," Athena said to her.


    Ling Qingyu understood the reason and she agreed with Athena''s viewpoint. "I''ll choose the one on disy, Flying Spur Mulliner version."


    "It''ll cost 8 million yuan." Chief Liu replied with excitement.


    "How many do your showroom currently have for this type.?


    "Only one." Chief Liu showed his index finger weakly. "But you can pre-order everything here."


    Ling Qingyu understood why there was only one avable, just by looking at the price. The vehicle cost nearly 8 million yuan due to its upgraded version,pared to the ordinary one of 4.5 million yuan.


    Was the increase in price really worth the upgrade? Ling Qingyu could attest to Athena''s words¡ªnot at all.


    True, thefort level and the specifications were iparable but to give more money merely for this mediocre upgraded version wasn''t worth the percentage increase.


    However, Ling Qingyu spent happily as Athena could modify this beastter on. Plus, the technology inside for Athena to study was well-spent.


    Nheless, for the wealthy family who possessed huge sums, they weren''t bothered by the increased cost.


    "I''ll order three¡ªall of their paints should be ck." Ling Qingyu''s voice ushered in silence across the room.


    The salespersons were initially bbergasted but quickly regainedposure as envy rosed amongst the crowd.


    Chief Liu''s smile beamed like sunshine at the oingmission to his wallet in the future. Not one but three and the small percentage belonged to him solely.


    His lips smirked as others shot jealous looks. His grin grew wider.


    Ling Qingyu drew out the ck card from her bag and handed it to Chief Liu. Until the machine confirmed the payment, Chief Liu was relieved and carried on introducing the service system for any future maintenance.


    24 million spent without any reluctance, the gap between the rich and poor was unthinkable. The others patted their heart in silence.


    Ling Qingyu nodded nkly but in her mind, she was thinking no need. "So, I can drive this beast out?"


    Chief Liu nodded with a smile. "It''s all ready and set. You can pick up and drive. Before that, let us prepare everything you need, Miss Ling. Please wait for 30 minutes."


    Ling Qingyu agreed and went outside, followed by her partners. Tang Ziyi''s controlled excited appearance brought chuckles out of her.


    "Don''t worry, I bought 3 of them and you can pick one." Ling Qingyu waved her hand like a good elder sister taking care of the younger ones.


    Tang Ziyi''s mouth twitched but she ignored Ling Qingyu''s remarks. Anyway, it wasn''t her loss. Xiao Yue covered her mouth, smiling at the interaction.


    Ling Qingyu came out of the Bentley showroom and entered another under the Mercedes brand. The staff responsible for weing customers was immediately delighted.


    This time she was aiming the vehicles for the workers in her manor. After searching through the advertisement leaflets and Athena''s exnation, Ling Qingyu decided on three types: sedan, wagon, and van.


    Ling Qingyu made a payment for 12 Mercedes Benz, almost popping the eyes of the staff. She bought 6 Maybach-ss sedans, 4 V-ss vans, and 2 E types wagons. Altogether 11 million yuan.


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu wrote down her manor''s address and requested thepany to deliver the vehicles to it. Mercedes''s salespersons were d to oblige.


    The staff snickered at Bentley''s pathetic situation as it seemed Ling Qingyu only visited the saleroom and didn''t buy, not realizing Ling Qingyu had made payment.


    The misunderstanding brew between the showrooms. The rest also thought Ling Qingyu only went in and came out within a small amount of time.


    Ling Qingyu departed and entered another showroom. Jaguar brand where there were more collections of cars inside.


    She acted in the same style¡ªwatched the leaflet and listened to Athena''s advice. Along with her requirements, she selected a specific car and requested them to send these cars to her address. 30 sedans and 10 wagons.


    Gasps of air flew across the hall at the massive scale of sales but salespersons were happy. Another 9.7 million yuan gone.


    Volvo went through the same process and Ling Qingyu bought 10 SUVs and 10 wagons. 8.5 million yuan went away.


    Range Rover also suffered the same treatment. 20 SUVs¡ª 60 million yuan without hesitation.


    Finally, at the next destination, standing in front of the BMW showroom, Ling Qingyu had no idea why she felt these cars weren''t as beautiful as the rest and only purchased 10 of them¡ª5 sedans & 5 wagons. Another 7.8 million yuan


    All of the models she bought were thetest 2023 and every car had ck paint. She found this color majestic and suited her taste. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were also blinded by the Ling Qingyu''s merciless expenditure. A whopping 121 million yuan was spent.


    One might mistaken Ling Qingyu as some sort of gang member if all the sea of cars she bought were taken out.


    An hourter, Ling Qingyu returned to the Bentley area where the vehicle was already avable waiting for the owner to take a ride.


    As soon as she saw everything was ready, Ling Qingyu thanked the staff and opened the driver''s door but someone held her shoulder preventing her from entering.


    Ling Qingyu turned her head and saw Tang Ziyi''s smiling face. Her eyelids twitched. Please, not again.


    She heard Tang Ziyi say. "Sister Xiao, you take my car and follow this vehicle. Athena, help Sister Xiao as much as you can."


    Ling Qingyu tried to struggle but to no avail. Her strength was no match for the iron grip.


    Tang Ziyi pushed Ling Qingyu into the backseat and mmed the door shut. She smiled at the group of people and entered the driver''s seat.


    Soon, with the roar of the engine, the ck Bentley rushed in front of the Cadic and the two left the scene a few minutester.


    The discussion went viral after Ling Qingyu''s group left. Each brand proudly dered they had sold off until they realized Ling Qingyu bought in all of the showrooms she visited.


    Comparing their sales, BMW salesperson was speechless at their sales number while Range Rover beamed with joy. On the other hand, Chief Liu of Bentley had a speechless expression.


    To think that he had a head start, he was wronged. At the same time, everyone must salute Ling Qingyu''s outrageous spending ability.

 Chapter 85: A visit to her saviors

    Inside the Bentley being thrown into the backseat, Ling Qingyu didn''t want to open her mouth, watching with envy as Tang Ziyi revved the engine and the steering wheel.


    She folded her arms and leaned back while she reluctantly listened to Tang Ziyi''s giggle throughout the journey.


    Just when she was this close to driving her favorite car, the opportunity was taken away by the damn woman under the pretext of her security.


    Ling Qingyu still scorned the cheap Tang Ziyi, who spoke: "Boss, no need to be angry. I''m really caring for you. I have to say the feeling this beast you give me is to my liking."


    Her persuasion might''ve worked if not for thest sentence she spoke out.


    "This is the car I bought with my own money and you don''t allow me to drive. I also want to feel what it''s like on the steering wheel!" Ling Qingyushed out beating the cushioned seat underneath.


    "Unless, this car is modified and well-protected, and connected with Athena, I disallow you to drive. It''s for your own security. Remember we still haven''t got any clues about the real culprit." Tang Ziyi reminded.


    Tang Ziyi was right to serve as a driver because she had the skills to maneuver should things go south. Ling Qingyu didn''t me her too much.


    Ling Qingyu was grateful Tang Ziyi looked out for her but she knew Tang Ziyi was d under the skin to take advantage of her more.


    She snorted and looked outside. She must personally drive this vehicle once Athena modified the sedan.


    Starting to feel calmer, Ling Qingyu studied the interior. The style and the essories provided soothed her raging emotion.


    The opulent design plus the soundproof environment made the price worth it. Ling Qingyu put her elbow on the handrest and stretched her legs, given the hefty space.


    She also found several buttons and features. The seat under her was also electrically powered so that any adjustment could be made.


    "I never expect Sister Xiao to be able to drive given her antique status." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Me neither but when I ask her if she had driven cars before, she answered ''Yes''. So, during thest operation, I needed her to drive my car. Do you know what she said?" Tang Ziyi replied once in a while making eye contact through the mirror.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyebrows raised as Tang Ziyi piqued her interest, begging for more answers.


    "Sorry, Sis. I can only drive a manual one." Tang Ziyi chuckled remembering the moment.


    Ling Qingyu''s expression showed a choking face and Tang Ziyi pointed out straight. "That''s my exact face when I heard that too."


    Bothughed.


    Ling Qingyu took out her phone and conveyed the next destination she intended to go to. Tang Ziyi nced at the phone screen Ling Qingyu ced beside her and immediately spoke into her phone¡ªthe same address.


    Recalling her ident when Tang Ziyi mentioned her safety, Ling Qingyu almost forgot to visit her savior. Now that she had time, she would not be a human if she dyed the matter.


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu gave a call to Lin Xiao to inform the arrival of new cars so that her butler wouldn''t be bbergasted by the size of the vehicles she bought.


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    On the other side of the line, after Ling Qingyu hung up, Lin Xiao almost dropped her phone in shock. She now understood the true gap between the niche rich and the real rich.


    Lin Xiao didn''t know the brand Ling Qingyu had bought but it must never diminish the wealth aura.


    She patted her chest to calm down the surprise and was relieved to see her new boss considering her employees to the point Ling Qingyu worried for their transportation.


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    Ling Qingyu had no idea her subordinate was admiring her deeds. When the Bentley stopped, she exited the vehicle and saw a rustic neighborhood.


    One could see cracks forming in the 8th-floor buildings, including the weeds dangling on the walls. In the old days, these might be the busiest center where everyone strove to be here.


    Years passed, and anyone who had the opportunity to move away had done so. The only families remaining here generation after generations were the poor.


    As soon as Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue drove into the residential area, Ling Qingyu noticed onlookers curious about the people inside.


    It was rare for them to see an expensive opulent vehicle. Most were elderly people. Ling Qingyu forgot to consider the time.


    As the time was during the working hour, most young capable men and women were at work, leaving behind elders and children to attend to.


    It seemed her saviors might be at work but a visit to the families was also good for her.


    Ling Qingyu''s nose wrinkled as she smelled congested unclean air but she didn''t change her expression too obviously.


    Seeing, Ling Qingyu''s figure, most onlookers were curious what the youngdy who didn''t fit in their society was up to.


    Themotion spread as they whispered to one another but Ling Qingyu couldn''t hear their words, but based on their gesture she understood they were intrigued by her appearance.


    Every moment Ling Qingyu made eye contact, their eyes went in another direction. Ling Qingyu sighed and walked up.


    This time, Xiao Yue was the only person to follow while Tang Ziyi stayed behind. The two climbed the stairs and Ling Qingyu frowned at the unevenness of the staircase.


    The paints on the wall were torn off and a strange smell lingered around. Living in a cleaner environment, Ling Qingyu had a hard time adapting to sudden sensory stimtion.


    It was never she who looked down on the poor; it was because of getting used to living in goodfortable living conditions.


    ording to Zhao Xiurong''s given addresses, the two saviors were neighbors, living beside each other. Working in the same job, the family shared a close rtionship.


    Nearing the floor Ling Qingyu wanted, she heard voices of disagreement up ahead. The murmurs got louder as they got closer.


    It appeared a man wasshing out furiously until something dropped on the floor and broke. Ling Qingyu hastened upward.


    She feared the savior she was grateful for turned out to be the scum who abused women and hoped her imagination was the opposite.


    Piles of broken pieces shattering resounded across the stairwell. A heavy object fell and a thud reverberated.


    That was somebody falling over, Ling Qingyu looked into Xiao Yue''s eyes, who also confirmed her conjectures.


    Athena who was watching over her mother in her spare time immediately connected with Tang Ziyi and described the situation.


    A scream came outter. A woman shrilled with anxiousness and pain. The emotion resonated with those of the listeners.


    Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue rushed into the open door in case the situation worsened. Her expectation went wrong. How much she hope the source of trouble wasn''t from her saviors'' room?


    The floor was the exact goal, Ling Qingyu had today.


    Discovering the chaotic scenes inside, Ling Qingyu''s mind went nk. Xiao Yue stayed a step forward to protect her from harm.


    A womany t supported by her elbow, crying as her eyes were in despair.


    A little girl beside her appeared to be her daughter hugged the mother and sobbed.


    sses shattered and pieces of several debris spread across the room. It was no different from the demolishing scene.


    A group of men scavenge around and threw things out, breaking them in the process. There wasn''t any mercy for the memorial belonging to the particr family.


    One of them knelt before the woman and her daughter, pinching her chin provocatively. No matter how she watched it seemed more like bullying a weak woman and a child.


    "What the heck are you all doing? Do you have any regard for thew?" Ling Qingyu couldn''t stand anymore and eximed.

 Chapter 86: Loan-shark problem

    Chu Ying watched her husband leave for work and smiled. Even though her family didn''t possess a plentiful amount of money to spend, they all met the ends, sufficient for an average ordinary family.


    Humming a popr pop song she heard on the television, she washed the dishes and prepared lunch. Her daughter was helping some of her works and Chu Ying was very relieved to see this scene.


    She heard a door knock and was perplexed about who could be visiting the house at the moment. She thought it might be her neighbor.


    Since her husband and the man next door worked at the samepany, the rtionship between the wives became closer.


    With a smile, she walked to the door and was about to open, when a harsher thud mmed the door.


    "Who''s it?" She asked¡ªthe visitors'' intention must have no good and she refused to open the door. It should never be the wife''s style next door.


    Hurried knockings halted.


    "Open up. I promised you yesterday, we''ll keep on harassing your family if your family doesn''t pay your brother-inw''s debt."


    Chu Ying realized the identity of the man who shouted through the door and her face transformed into fear. Her eyes widened at the realization that she was alone with her daughter.


    They shouldn''t destroy the door and forciblye in, could they? Chu Ying soothed her agitated mood.


    It was a few days ago, her husband drove away the men who asked for the debt with the machete. Their family was making their end meet and never reached their hand to loan sharks.


    They might not be wealthy but they still felt satisfied. Unfortunately, it was her husband''s brother who lost in gambling and owed the money.


    Her good-for-nothing brother-inw didn''t take responsibility and transferred the guilt to her family.


    If the debt amount was not toorge, their family could solve the problem without any further crisis. The imagination was beautiful but these men had shark''s stomach.


    Thinking of the event, blood rushed behind Chu Ying''s head and she almost became dizzy from anger.


    They never offended others nor broke anyw. Disaster fell on them. She thought these men would retreat in the face of their family''s resolved attitude.


    Instead, they brought more men. Chu Ying could hear their conversation and guess the number. At least, she was safe inside.


    Not for long, the door was breached and five men flooded in. Chu Ying eximed wildly, scaring the daughter inside the kitchen toe out.


    "Don''te any closer or I''ll call the police." Chu Ying retreated and reached for her phone.


    A man stepped forward aggressively and whacked away the phone, breaking it into pieces.


    "Ahh!" In the process, Chu Ying was pushed and lost her bnce, slipping to the floor. Her daughter cried out in pain.


    "Mommy!" Her little padded jacket rushed to her embrace, with a worried face.


    A child didn''t understand anything. She knew these strong men came in and hurt her mother, destroying their belongings. They were bad guys.


    "Call what? Even if you call, we aren''t afraid¡ªit''s just a couple of confined stay inside for a week or more and then we''ll be out." One of the menshed out.


    "Brother is right. As long as you don''t pay the money, we''ll keep on harassing you. We''ll see if you can continue to stay put." Another man added.


    Chu Ying was speechless as they were the truth. The rule ofw in Province N worsened day by day so that criminals no longer had awe and fear as long as they didn''t offend the big shot.


    Perhaps once or twice her family could withstand but their peaceful life was gone. Tears welled in her eyes as despair set in. Her body shook in fright.


    sses shattered as these men wantonly demolished everything inside.


    One of them knelt in front of Chu Ying and cupped her chin up, kneading her soft skin as he ogled. Chu Ying understood that look. Both disgust and powerlessness arose within her heart.


    "Our boss has taken a liking to you. Why don''t serve our brothers? Your husband can''t always protect you. Remember our number isn''t a fraction of what you saw." He said frivolously.


    When his eyes went toward her daughter, Chu Ying burst out: "Leave my child alone!"


    "What the heck are you all doing? Do you have any regard for thew?!"


    A sudden outcry stunned everyone in silence. Looking at the source of the voice, they saw a young tall girl wearing a capable white attire and her allure strengthened the eyes of the men.


    Her angry expression itched their hearts. Beside her another stunning girl also appeared and seemed to be protecting the girl in the white dress, brightening their eyes.


    Some whistled at the two girls and menacingly inched closer. The woman eximed, her voice worried. "Miss Sister, please leave and call the authority for help!"


    Ling Qingyu noticed their unscrupulous eyes but she wasn''t worried. She had confidence in Xiao Yue''s capability.


    To be frank, Ling Qingyu was initially scared, confronting a group of men. It was the most stupid idea in Ling Qingyu''s belief. But ncing at Xiao Yue, she realized her partner was unfazed.


    So, Ling Qingyu''s confidence grew and Tang Ziyi was present downstairs. In case the situation worsened, it wouldn''t be long before she rushed into the scene.


    Suddenly, Ling Qingyu heard a sound. A boy aged around 8 years old came in and hugged the little girl, along with a mature woman holding a meat-cutting knife.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyelid twitched. Xiao Yue on the side had a big head. So aggressive!


    "Sister Yan, why are you here? You shouldn''t havee." Chu Ying''s shout answered Ling Qingyu''s doubt. The new woman might be the neighbor.


    "Our family are very close from the beginning. Do you want me to ignore your troubles? How do I live my conscience afterward?" The woman named Yan replied and Ling Qingyu nodded silently in her heart. "Don''t worry I''ve called my husband and they''lle soon."


    The worst way to live life was in guilty conscience as it ate everything about you.


    Both Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue were relieved the neer wasn''t on the opposite side.


    The men were dumbfounded at first but one of them harshly bellowed. "Mind your own business. This family is in huge debt and needs to return our money. We''re doing our job."


    Although there were five of them facing 4 women and two children, the long knife in the hands of Sister Yan looked menacing. They also didn''t want to escte the situation.


    "We won''t be merciful if you continue to offend us." The man''s words seemed to have some effect as Sister Yan''s eyes hesitated before bing firm again.


    "You don''t need to threaten them," Ling Qingyu interrupted. "No matter how much debt they owe you, you''re already breaking thew. You can contact the authorities if they failed to pay instead of this."


    Ling Qingyu only thought the family owed the money and didn''t understand the truth. From the way these men acted, Ling Qingyu already knew they were loan-shark.


    "Breaking thew? Even thew is helpless. Don''t think because you''re women, we don''t dare to do anything. For women, we have various ways to torture." The group marched and even intended to encircle so that no one could leave the entrance.


    Chu Ying and Sister Yan flinched after they heard the words while Ling Qingyu''s eyes turned cold. She stepped forward and covered the hapless women and children.


    Xiao Yue had to follow suit to protect her boss. Ling Qingyu knew their threats could be true or false.


    True if their background were rted to infamous gang members where they could aplish what they said. False otherwise, but pretending to be aggressive.


    No matter what dealing with her saviors'' families, Ling Qingyu had already sent these men to her torture lists.

 Chapter 87: Xiao Yue easily abuses

    "Oh! What do you intend to do?" Ling Qingyu''s carried a mocking tone, directed at the man who had just spoken.


    "You!" The man was shocked to see there wasn''t the slightest bit of fear in Ling Qingyu''s eyes. This caused him to study everyone and realized apart from Xiao Yue, he could still see the hidden fright in the other two women.


    He understood Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue were likely to be the obstacles for the day. It seemed they could only try in the next few days without their presence.


    Ling Qingyu understood what the man was thinking through his eyes.


    "You think the police can''t help you and that thew is useless." Ling Qingyu snorted. "Thinking you can go in and out without too much impunity. I''ll show you just how wrong you are."


    "Vandalizing someone else''s property. That''s the first charge. Attempted Burry and attempted robbery. Assault, threatening others¡ªthese are just a few charges you''ll be facing. Perhaps in the court, I might increase that. Do you want me to say more?" Ling Qingyu gave them a sly nce.


    Perhaps Ling Qingyu''s words brought annoyance, one of the men charged forward attempting to push her over.


    Unfortunately for him, Xiao Yue tripped his legs and elbowed the back of his head, dropping him dumb. The other men were dumbfounded, andter roared and charged at Xiao Yue.


    "You dare to hurt my brother? I''ll make you pay!"


    "Bitch! We toast wine but you didn''t appreciate it. It''s toote for begging now."


    Ling Qingyu quickly backed off. She might be strong in the literacy way but the martial way hehe.


    Watching Xiao Yue fend off 4 opponents, Ling Qingyu wasn''t worried at all would be false.


    Even her prior peak state would struggle against them. She saw Xiao Yueunchingbinations of punches and kicks rapidly and the opponent was knocked out.


    After another man fell, Ling Qingyu could breathe easily, as she saw Xiao Yue easily overpowering her opponents.


    Two down, three more to go.


    "Athena, call the police and report the situation." Ling Qingyu whispered, pinching her spectacle above the bridge of her nose.


    "Yes, Mom."


    Since they dared to disregard thew, Ling Qingyu was more than willing to show the real deal.


    Xiao Yue skillfully handled two attackers at the same time, defending their attacks and delivering precise counterattacks to their legs, forcing them to their knees. When the remaining one lunged over to sneak attack, Xiao Yue used his momentum to send him flying and crashing to the ground, unconscious.


    Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue and prayed for the poor guy.


    Ling Qingyu watched in relished on the sidelines. Xiao Yue''s technique looked beautiful and fatal. Every strikended on vulnerable areas.


    Soon all five of them were slumped on the floor. The little girl and boy pped happily and cast admiring nces at Xiao Yue. The two mothers covered their mouths in amazement.


    Clearly, they had just witnessed a real-life heroine. Xiao Yue pped her hand as if to dusting off her achievement.


    "Thank you very much," Chu Ying bowed her head. "But Miss, you should go, it''s dangerous to get rted with these types of people."


    "If I leave, what about you?" Ling Qingyu asked knowingly.


    Chu Ying and Sister Yan exchanged a nce, then Chu Ying gritted their teeth and replied. "We''ll think about those issuester. Probably move the residence, maybe. But Miss, you really should leave. We don''t know why you help us but we don''t like you to get involved."


    Ling Qingyu knew their replies were perfunctory. Where would it be easy to buy or even rent a new resident? She investigated their information and understood their situation more.


    With their financial state, it was already an overburden now. Ling Qingyu thought maybe that was the reason they got involved in the loan-shark industry. ??¨N§¦@??£¤§Á%


    Luckily, she decided to visit today; otherwise, what she sawter might be another destroyed family.


    "How much money does your family owe?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    Chu Ying''s looked desperate as she answered. "We didn''t owe a dine. Our family is very honest. No stealing, no gambling, no bad deeds but why? Because of my husband''s brother. He gambled and lost.


    Why do theye to our family when we did nothing?"


    A ck sheep in a good family, Ling Qingyu sighed.


    Ling Qingyu patted Chu Ying''s shoulder gently as she sobbed. Sister Yan ced her shoulders and let Chu Ying lean on her. Now the situation was clear to Ling Qingyu.


    "I saw you fell down. Is there any injury?" Ling Qingyu groped around to check.


    Chu Ying shook her head.


    "Miss, you''re kindhearted and I''m sorry to let you involved." Chu Ying was apologetic.


    "Since I encounter bad deeds along the road, it''s my duty as a human being to give a helping hand." Ling Qingyu said.


    30 minutester, four police officers came in and were surprised at the sight. "We received call on attempted robbery. Who called us?"


    "It''s me." Ling Qingyu replied and pointed her index finger at the five fallen fes. "They''re trying to rob but my bodyguard stopped them."


    Four policemen gulped as they scanned Xiao Yue and nced at the culprits on the ground.


    "Miss, since this is the case, we''ll need all of you to make a statement at the station. I know it sounds infuriating and troublesome. Forgive us for following the protocols." The policemen spoke carefully for fear of offending Ling Qingyu.


    They knew by the attire and the vehicle parked outside¡ªthe two women''s identity wasn''t simple.


    Ling Qingyu waved her hand. "It''s no trouble. You''re doing your job and let us fulfill our civic duty."


    Although the police camete, Ling Qingyu knew they had tried their best.


    The police quickly handcuffed the unconscious men on the floor and waited for arger vehicle to transport the prisoners. Every officer expressed sympathy deep inside looking at their wounds.


    Going downstairs, Chu Ying and Sister Yan followed along with their children. Ling Qingyu guided them toward her cars.


    The children were curious but their mothers'' had their pupils constricted. Ling Qingyu nonchntly opened the door and gestured her head in.


    The two kids hopped into Xiao Yue''s Cadic as they ceased to stop their admiration. Sister, sister,ing out of their mouth.


    Chu Ying followed and went in with Xiao Yue, possibly serving tofort her frightened daughter.


    Sister Yan went inside the Bentley, Ling Qingyu was in and asked Tang Ziyi to chase the police car in front waiting for them.


    ncing at her side and seeing Sister Yan cramped in her sitting position, Ling Qingyu stroke her thigh and consoled her. "Rx, Sister Yan. No need to be so stiff."


    Sister Yan nodded in response but still remained strict in her posture or as she thought. Ling Qingyu wanted tough but control herself from worsening the situation.


    "Do you need me to deal with those guys?" Tang Ziyi asked suddenly.


    "Not yet, let me see the situation first." Ling Qingyu replied. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue both knew about Ling Qingyu''s visit. Since the saviors'' family members got threatened, there was no way Ling Qingyu would stay out of it.

 Chapter 88: At the police station

    Arriving at the police station, Ling Qingyu and the rest calmly retold the event while the officer on duty listened and recorded them.


    Ling Qingyu gazed around to find if Yang Qingyue worked here. But it seemed more unlikely since they were in a different district.


    The station chief visited her after knowing her identity and apologized for the trouble. Ling Qingyu merely stated she wanted those culprits behind bars and hoped justice would be served.


    Now that Ling Qingyu, the big shot, was watching them from the side, there was no way the police work would go perfunctory.


    As for Xiao Yue''s harsh defense, the police didn''t say a word but designated it as a responsible controlled legitimate self-defense.


    Ling Qingyu smiled at the words. She was okay with legitimate but controlled and responsible¡­she chuckled.


    The dulling procedure was over and Ling Qingyu conversed with the women who were still puzzled why Ling Qingyu was helping them. Xiao Yue was ying with the children under the jealous gaze of Tang Ziyi.


    "Two Sisters, in fact, I''m here to pay back my life gratitude. You don''t need to be so solemn with me." Ling Qingyu broke the ice.


    Since the time when they saw Ling Qingyu''s vehicle, they remained stiff whenever they talked with Ling Qingyu. Ling Qingyu''s words drew curiosity from them.


    "No, Miss, it was our family who owes you." Chu Ying shook her head and said.


    "Let me tell you, your two husbands saved my life on the night of my ident. Otherwise, I wouldn''t live standing here, talking to you." Ling Qingyu said in a gentle tone.


    The two''s interest got piqued hearing Ling Qingyu say this. The status between the two parties was as wide as a chasm.


    Continuing their daily life, they understood the possibility of an encounter between the two was very rare.


    Now that Ling Qingyu stated she was rescued by their husbands, at least, their initial anxiety facing her disappeared and bridged the identity gap.


    Ling Qingyu described whatever happened that night from her perspective except for the part she was assassinated. The two women gasped in exasperation and sometimes eximed about the injustice Ling Qingyu suffered.


    When the narration reached the point where Ling Qingyu went unconscious, she said. "Your men had immense courage to save me from the burning car. It highlights everything about their characters and morals. How could I disappoint their family without even giving a hand?"


    Chu Ying and Sister Yan nodded and smiled at Ling Qingyu''spliment. They were satisfied marrying good husbands even though the men''s sries couldn''t buy them Ghi bags, jewelry, and diamonds.


    In their life, there wasn''t anyck of necessary material needs. Their children were able to study and life was fulfilling.


    Ling Qingyu had to admit both Chu Ying and Sister Yan had positive scores in their beauty. Despite being iparable to her, they were above average. The moment when they smiled as they reminisced was eye-catching.


    She apuded these men¡ªhow they got hold of the women above their tier, especially without spending too much.


    After introducing herself as Ling Qingyu, President of Spirit Beauty & Clothing, Ling Qingyu chuckled when the two women pped their thighs in excitement.


    Her existence was simr to an idol among ordinary people. Many young women strove to achieve greatness like Ling Qingyu and the trend was more popr in Province N.


    As the parties conversed on different topics and about the two families'' lifestyles, Ling Qingyu expressed support if there was any need.


    Chu Ying and Sister Yan appreciated Ling Qingyu''s offer but felt it would be their overreach.


    Soon, the long-awaited husbands arrived. Their face appeared stern and anxious. Until they saw their family safe and sound, the whole air around them returned to peace.


    The two men pressed their chests as if to calm down the raging heart. Thanking the police officer, the two hugged their wives.


    Ling Qingyu watched from the side¡ªordinary people also had their blooms. She coughed after seeing them immerse in the embrace for longer than she thought.


    Chu Ying and Sister Yan blushed and didn''t dare to look at Ling Qingyu. The two men were grateful for Ling Qingyu''s help and the terrifying event, which was told by their wives during the hug. ¡é*?§Ñ+§â-¦Ó+?§Ô-§ß@¦Ò#¡Ò§ä?@?$-&§à§á!-


    They still didn''t sense the familiarity from Ling Qingyu and didn''t know they had rescued her before since the two wives failed to say so.


    "Thank you, young Miss. Without your help, I couldn''t bear to imagine the consequences," One of the men said, his arms around Chu Ying''s waist, reluctant to separate even for the slightest moment.


    "No need, Sir. It''s my irresponsibility toete for a visit," Ling Qingyu got into the topic.


    The two men were stunned and exchanged a nce. "A visit?"


    "The two Sirs might not remember and I wouldn''t know if I didn''t search for you. Remember the night you two dragged me out of the burning sedan." Ling Qingyu gave a hint as she grinned.


    "Oh! You''re that little girl." The man pped his forehead. "Perhaps because I''m too confused and frightened at that time, I forgot your appearance."


    The other man nodded in agreement.


    Ling Qingyu gave a deep bow in gratitude, causing the men to be perplexed about what to do next. "Thank you for your kindness. Because of your courage to save me, I exist."


    "It''s just a matter of raising hands. I think everyone will do the same. No need to be stressed about it."


    Ling Qingyu nodded and smiled.


    "So, about those bastards, what are we going to do?" Chu Ying asked.


    "Don''t worry, they won''t be able to trouble you for a long time." Ling Qingyu snorted and her face turned cold, chilling everyone around.


    The two men understood the girl they saved had no simple identity. Noticing the momentum arising around Ling Qingyu, their judgment was correct.


    Ling Qingyu added: "Their group and the boss won''t have a good time soon. I''ll handle them for you."


    The men bowed slightly and thanked Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu replied the same way the men did previously a while ago. "Don''t fret about it. It''s just a matter of raising hands for me."


    Everyone smiled and chuckled when they heard Ling Qingyu copying. However, life was such the case.


    Your grim problem might just be solved by someone''s words and small actions.


    Ling Qingyu handed over her contact cards to the loving couples before her. Initially, she was thinking about giving them apartments or cash support.


    Doing so might be contradictory to what she desired. If her action appeared condescending, the families might be ufortable.


    Sometimes, some people have pride even if the world falls and copses¡ªthey''ll uphold them.


    "Do note that if your family needs me, just give me a call." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Thank you, Miss, for taking care of everything for us." Chu Ying replied, grasping both of Ling Qingyu''s hands.


    For their families, the previous crisis might not be over simply without Ling Qingyu''s assistance. Even if they wanted to sue, their financial status couldn''tst long.


    On the other hand, Ling Qingyu had the funds and connections to hire an excellentwyer to throw the five bastards into jail for more than 10 years.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu''s helps this time could count as her repayment but she didn''t believe this was the case herself.


    No matter how much she tried, it was hard to repay a life-saving grace.

 Chapter 89: Return

    Ling Qingyu sent the family back with her two cars and returned to her original destination toward herpany.


    It was a little episode of conversation between two parties and Ling Qingyu was satisfied with the behavior of the two families.


    There weren''t any demands from their side other than asking for help from Ling Qingyu to deal with the loan shark problems.


    Of course, it was ''asked'' but in fact, it was more like Ling Qingyu volunteering to solve the main predicament.


    Even though she had sent these bastards to jail, the event wasn''t over. The threats remained as long as these types of people existed like locusts.


    Especially the group belonging to the previous culprits, Ling Qingyu must solve it tonight. She gave Athena, permission to investigate, utilizing these CCTVs throughout the city as well.


    It wasn''t hacking. It was done with an ethical approach to investigate.


    Ling Qingyu asked Tang Ziyi, who was driving. "Sister Ziyi, can you hire those strong men from the bodyguardpany temporarily? It seems we might make use of them tonight."


    "Yes, we can. As long as there''s money¡ªno problemo." Tang Ziyi replied.


    She understood where Ling Qingyu was getting to. Although going through thew was the rightful approach, Tang Ziyi supported Ling Qingyu''s idea more. It was more effective and had deterrence.


    Ling Qingyu rubbed her chin as her thoughts flew until a smile blossomed on her face. She hammered her palm and was excited about the n tonight.


    Upon arrival at herpany, the time had passed noon and they hadn''t eaten lunch yet. Ling Qingyu entered her ownpany and went straight toward the cafeteria.


    Although the taste might not be to her liking, it filled their stomachs.


    ¡­


    Zhao Xiurong was busy with paperwork and saw Su Ruomei patrolling the area in boredom. After she organized the work in a different schedule, she walked toward Su Ruomei and inquired.


    "Do you have any idea where President Ling goes?"


    Su Ruomei shook her head and answered. "How would I know?"


    "Don''t you depart from the same ce?" Zhao Xiurong questioned. "At least she must have told you before you leave the manor."


    "Well, we did but somehow she called us in the middle of the road to go ahead. It may be her sudden idea, who knows? She always behaves like that." Su Ruomei shrugged.


    "Yeah, she does. To be honest, I was thinking this morning, my hands should now be free. It appears I thought too much."


    "Haha, Sister Zhao. It looks like the work isn''t easy these days." Su Ruomei made a cold joke.


    "Speaking of, your face beams like a lighthouse since the morning you came in. I have never seen you this energetic. What is it that makes you delighted?" Zhao Xiurong was curious.


    "Really?" Su Ruomei stroked her chin. "Am I too obvious?"


    "The face when you worked and when you were originally recruitedpared to the current face, there''s noparison." Zhao Xiurong said, poking Su Ruomei''s arms.


    "Am I too bad to even cover up my emotion?" Su Ruomei muttered, remembering Ling Qingyu''s joke¡ªeasy to read from the face.


    "You can''t even cover a simple lie in the first ce." Zhao Xiurong was merciless.


    Su Ruomei''s lips twitched. Nevermind, she was a simple person. Compared to those who walked on the thin rope, where conspiracies were their daily routines, Su Ruomei was a baby.


    "It''s nothing. President Ling fulfilled my hidden wish." Su Ruomei''s answer got Zhao Xiurong''s attention. "¡­It''s a secret¡­.haha."


    After she aplished kidding Secretary Zhao, Su Ruomei turned around, waving off her hand, leaving her chic back toward the stunned Zhao Xiurong.


    Zhao Xiurong gritted her teeth when she realized she was teased. Nasty girl, you dare to joke the elder.


    Anyway, she was d to see a brightened aura in Su Ruomei. Having worked together for many years, it would be a lie if the rtionship between the two stayed only as colleagues.


    "Secretary Zhao!" A female staff approached. "We''ve visitors needing your presence."


    "Visitors for me?" Zhao Xiurong was puzzled.


    "No, ma''am. It''s for President Ling."


    "Then, let them wait and inform President is not here yet. It might take a while or hours." Zhao Xiurong sounded annoyed. The receptionists should already deal with the issue without her intervention.


    Perhaps aware of Zhao Xiurong being irritated, the female staff quickly answered. "It''s the police that came, Secretary Zhao."


    "Police? Lead me the way." Zhao Xiurong no longer med the staff since the issue might have reached beyond their control.


    "Yes!" The nervousness was gone.


    Most of the time when police came in or appeared, people became nervous. Zhao Xiurong didn''t see anything wrong apart from requiring staff to have a bigger psychological will.


    It seemed in the future, she must also train the staff in psychological aspects.


    The staff: "..." (I thank you)


    ¡­


    "Good afternoon, President."


    "Hello, President."


    "It''s good to see you back, President Ling."


    As soon as her workers saw Ling Qingyu, they greeted her in delight. After all, the rumors spread that Ling Qingyu might die from injury and thepany might go downhill.


    Even though there were already refutations against these rumors that President Ling would return soon, her appearance was more reassuring.


    Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi, and Xiao Yue entered the elevator, after finishing lunch, drawing eyes from everyone.


    As soon as the elevator door closed, discussions sparked everywhere among the staff. Everyone had their bodies lightened and each step wasn''t heavy as in the past days.


    Inside the elevator, Tang Ziyi clicked her tongue and said. "Your subordinates'' admirations almost blind my eyes. I guess they love you a lot."


    Ling Qingyu''s face showed pride and dusted off her shirt.


    "What''s with your arrogance? Huh! They loved the old you, not you now." Both Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi snorted together.


    "I''m the same me, Ling Qingyu. It''s no different. Watch me in theter days, how my hard work will charm you?" Ling Qingyu adjusted her suit and replied.


    The rapport between the trio never got boring.


    Ding!


    Ling Qingyu walked ahead and saw her subordinates rise from their seat and bow.


    "Wee back, President Ling. Congrattions on your recovery."


    Hearing their wishes, despite unsure whether from the hearts, Ling Qingyu could see they were serious and returned the gesture.


    "Thank you for your hard work, everyone. Perhaps your wishes retract me from the death gate." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "It''s not hard, President Ling."


    The subordinates before her were from the secretary department working under Zhao Xiurong. They were responsible for administration and allocating reports.


    Everything from below the ranks would arrive here. They were the eyes and ears, paying attention to several departments. Ling Qingyu turned toward Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi. "Everyone, these are my close friends, please entertain them while I''m busy. If they ask any questions you can answer their curiosities."


    "Yes, President Ling." Ling Qingyu nodded her head at the two and left. Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi built rapport with Ling Qingyu''s subordinates.


    Ling Qingyu entered another room before reaching her own office, where Zhao Xiurong resided. After she opened the door, she was stunned.


    Seeing Zhao Xiurong wasn''t a surprise but she wasn''t alone. Yang Qingyue was on the side.


    Aware of Ling Qingyu''s presence, the two who were chatting stopped, turned their head, and stood up.


    "Hello, Sister Zhao." Ling Qingyu smiled at her secretary and looked at Yang Qingyue. "Officer Yang, what brings you here?"


    On the outside, Ling Qingyu exuded elegance while in her heart, she was thinking hard about why Yang Qingyu was here.


    It couldn''t be because of a certain dream, right? Ling Qingyu''s smile remained unchanged as her heart raced.

 Chapter 90: Meet Yang Qingyue again

    Times slowed down in her eyes, as she eyed Yang Qingyue, wearing the same uniform, albeit in a longer skirt and without ck silk stockings.


    The very existence of Yang Qingyue reminded Ling Qingyu of a dream this morning. She wondered if her lips tasted the same. It was a pity she wasn''t wearing anything sexy.


    Ling Qingyu shook her head and patted her cheeks. What was she thinking even?


    "Is there anything wrong Miss Ling," Yang Qingyue said worriedly, unaware, the person she was worried about sank her mind in a crooked way.


    "Oh! It''s nothing." Ling Qingyu didn''t say anymore. "Please sit."


    All of them took a seat. They were in a triangr position. Only after Ling Qingyu took a head seat, the other two sat down.


    It showed Yang Qingyue''s etiquette and demeanor, further proving her background wasn''t simple. Waiting for the hostess to sit before sitting oneself, many would presume it to be normal but that was between the boss and the subordinates.


    With Yang Qingyue''s job and her high rank, it wasn''t necessary to pay attention. This all proved it was Yang Qingyue''s subconscious behavior, ingrained into the bones by her family''s training.


    "So, Sister Zhao I heard you talking happily. Can I know what this is all about?" Ling Qingyu smiled and started the topic.


    "It''s about business as usual. Officer Yang wants to meet with you. In the meantime, when you aren''t here, we''re mostly gossiping behind your back, President Ling." Zhao Xiurong said.


    "Sister Zhao loves to joke," Ling Qingyu was amused with her reply because she knew there was no way, they would speak behind her back.


    Even the topic involved might only be in the minority. The only possible reason could be attributed to Yang Qingyue''s continued investigation rted to her ident.


    Too bad for the officer, Ling Qingyu had cleared the evidence, including the only person who knew about it.


    The investigation was certain to go nowhere and led to a dead stop¡ª a man who died during gang disputes.


    After a polite exchange, Sister Zhao left the room consciously, knowing Officer Yang came to speak with Ling Qingyu alone in private.


    Hearing the door shut, Ling Qingyu asked, "Is there any lead regarding the assassins?"


    "Not yet," Yang Qingyue replied. "But I don''t think I need to further investigate."


    "Hmm, what do you mean?" Ling Qingyu''s eyes narrowed. Yang Qingyue''s words contained explicit meaning between the line.


    "You should know what I mean President Ling." The gentle aura of Yang Qingyue changed.


    "Is that how police officers are supposed to speak with the victim?" Ling Qingyu replied sternly. She was confused at the sudden tit-for-tat attitudeing from Yang Qingyue.


    The problem was the sequel of her dream annoying her currently. Yang Qingyue''s cold gaze and forceful tone almost made Ling Qingyu lose control.


    She was willing to be handcuffed! Ling Qingyu brushed away the indecent thought. Why now were they troubling? If she met Yang Qingyue on another day, this shouldn''t happen.


    "Of course not, Miss Ling. But you aren''t the same victim. You''re not someone who''s willing to admit defeat without striking back." Yang Qingyu said meaningfully.


    By now if Ling Qingyu didn''t understand, she might be better to stay away from her line of work.


    "Oh, in the business environment, if one isn''t ruthless, it''s difficult to survive. Any opponent I met, I had struck them down." Ling Qingyu pretended to be confused. "People in our industry fear me and my name is known for this reason."


    Yang Qingyue smiled as she interlocked her fingers and leaned forward. "I have to say after your ident, the city is in quite a chaos."


    "Yes, the city is in danger and criminals are disregarding thews. Officer Yang must have a hard time dealing with the crisis. I''m sure, Officer Yang is a role model for men and women serving justice, a peerless heroic existence. I felt inferior saying this." Ling Qingyu followed.


    "Miss Ling ttered too much. Compared to the President who owns huge wealth and helps themunity, I''m just a mere public servant. I''m sure Miss Ling is the real idol for women across the nation." Yang Qingyue replied.


    "After your ident or assassination, there are gang disputes, even the son of the head of the gang was murdered. The time difference between them is very short. Coincidence or not."


    Ling Qingyu still smiled and appeared nonchnt but the inside was turbulent. "Sometimes things go in an unexpected direction. Don''t think too much."


    "Once or twice even thrice, I can regard it as coincidence; everything appears like a mess where there isn''t any rtion but it''s all connected." Yang Qingyue spoke and chuckled.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t say more because the worst thing she had expected had already happened. Fortunately, there wasn''t any harm as long as she didn''t open her mouth.


    Even then, once under suspicion, her freedom of movement was likely to be constricted and Ling Qingyu disliked such a situation.


    She hoped to reach an agreement with Yang Qingyu withoutpromising herself.


    Yang Qingyue continued: "The connection is you, Miss Ling. As long as the details are connected to you, everything starts to make sense."


    "Is that supposed to mean you''ve already caught the suspect?" Ling Qingyu sounded d.


    "On the contrary, No. I''m sure he couldn''t die more." Yang Qingyue gritted her teeth. "I''ve received several pieces of hard evidence recently after meeting with you. Isn''t it strange someone''s showing direction for me?"


    "What does that have to do with me?" Ling Qingyu smiled at Yang Qingyue''s remarks.


    "Look, Miss Ling. I''m sure you, yourself, know you are involved in the recent events. I don''t have concrete evidence but my reason tells me you''re the one. Care to shed some light on this matter."


    Ling Qingyu feigned ignorance: "Officer Yang, I''m sorry, but I have no idea what you''re referring to. Since day one, I''ve never been involved in any illegal activities."


    The number one rule Yang Qingyu kept in mind when interacting with businesspeople, politicians, and criminals, don''t believe a single word that came out of their mouths.


    Yang Qingyu moved her position closer to Ling Qingyu and leaned in, a knowing glint in her eyes. "You know, Miss Ling, actions have consequences. Even if there isn''t any proof, since I''m aware, it''s only a matter of time before the truthes out."


    "Officer, let''s just say that sometimes actions speak louder than words." Ling Qingyu smiled mysteriously as her body leaned toward Yang Qingyue''s direction. "And if you want to keep peace in this city, it might be everyone''s best interest to cooperate."


    Yang Qingyue was upset but couldn''t refute it. She understood what Ling Qingyu was implying here.


    Yang Qingyue maintained herposure. "I understand your warning, Ms. Ling. But let me remind you that thew is still in ce, and justice will prevail. It may bete but it never disappears. I understand retaliation but it must never break thew, we''ll be keeping a close eye on things."


    "Oh, I have no doubt about that, Officer Yang. I hope to see justice is served for my suffering," Ling Qingyu said. "Just remember, not everything is as it seems, and sometimes the lines between right and wrong can blur. There may be crimes to deter criminals ifw enforcement itself has a problem. Correct them and there''ll be a future. If not, we''re talking about crime sprees."


    Ling Qingyu was pointing out the corruption level in the police agency and Yang Qingyue must solve them if she wanted toplete what she desired. The sentence also contained a naked threat.


    Yang Qingyue listened and felt helpless in her heart but it wouldn''t be long. She could cooperate with Ling Qingyu but disliked her tant disregard for thew.


    If everyone behaved simrly to Ling Qingyu, chaos would ensue and turmoil of mes would dread upon the city again.


    Initially thought her words could move Ling Qingyu''s calmness, Yang Qingyue didn''t expect she received another threat. The only relief should be Ling Qingyu''s targeting of the high-threat criminals and organized crime groups, not the innocence.


    "I desire only justice, nothing else." Yang Qingyue took a step back.


    "I only want peace and security in our city," Ling Qingyu replied. "There''ll be time to talk between us when you clean yourself. Solve the interior before you focus on the exterior."


    Yang Qingyue stood up and patted her uniform. "Thank you for your amodation, Ms. Ling. I''m sure we''ll cross each other''s path again in the future."


    "I''m d you see this way." Ling Qingyu also stood up and walked the officer toward the door. "Right or wrong, good or evil, as long as it didn''t hurt the conscience and uphold the moral values, it''s a matter of perspective."


    "I''ll take that word as advice, Ms. Ling."


    "Good luck with your investigation, Officer Yang."


    "I''ll be leaving then," Officer Yang put on her hat and walked away.


    Ling Qingyu told Zhao Xiurong who was waiting outside before she closed the door and entered her own office. "Give me ten minutes break."


    "Whew!" Ling Qingyu let out her breath. She realized her back was wet with cold sweat.


    Touching her forehead with the back of her hand, she breathed a sigh of relief. There was no wetness.


    Luckily, Officer Yang didn''t notice her demeanor. Now that she thought of Yang Qingyue''s behavior, she sensed a strangeness.


    There was no way Yang Qingyue would waste her time to intimidate Ling Qingyu. Ling Qingyu strode toward the ss wall and nced outside. The panoramic view sustained peace and clear her thoughts.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes showed a glint as she asked Athena. "Athena, can you scan the room for any hidden electronic devices such as a hidden camera and audio recorder."


    "Mom, although your spectacle is high-tech, it is helpless at yourmand. I''ll create a new device for your function." Athena''s reply didn''t pour cold water on Ling Qingyu.


    "Okay, Athena."


    Her eyes narrowed as she searched for Yang Qingyue''s deeper purpose today. It was never a simple interrogation, that Ling Qingyu was certain.


    Anyway, the back posture of Yang Qingyue walking away still reflected in her mind. Moist posture and strong steps. Ahh! Officer Yang.


    Too bad this beauty''s favorability was against me at the moment. Ling Qingyu shook her head.

 Chapter 91: Solving the loan sharks

    10 minutester exactly, Zhao Xiurong came in, bringing piles of papers with her. Ling Qingyu threw helpless eyes at her secretary. Not even a single second was wasted.


    Ling Qingyu sat on the chair as her secretary put the papers on the desk. Her eyes were directed at Zhao Xiurong.


    "These are the papers required to sign by the President personally. Some of them are reports about each department which I''ve marked important factors for you to look at." Zhao Xiurong answered her questioning nce. "So, Sister Ling now is the time for you to do the job."


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes but her action didn''t hesitate. Reading them one by one, Ling Qingyu was happy at how the events had turned out.


    She already possessed 65 percent of the shares in thepany. Of course, 10 percent might go to Zhao Xiurong as she had made a promise.


    As she immersed herself in the work, time passed unknowingly. Only a rustle of papers'' friction and scribbling shrouded her office.


    Ling Qingyu rubbed her tired eyes, her sses already on the desk. She finished what was supposed to be three days of work in a short amount of time.


    Athena''s contribution mitigated her arduous tasks. Her cheap daughter quickened the process, simplify one, and organized everything she told her to.


    Of course, what Zhao Xiurong gave wasn''t only paperwork, it also included attachments to her email.


    Ling Qingyu watched the time on the corner of the monitor. It was 4 p.m. She had no idea time flew literally.


    Rubbing the back of her neck and stretching herself, Ling Qingyuy down on her officer chair and closed her eyes.


    A short nap passed 15 minutes and Ling Qingyu felt refreshed. Outside, the city had lost its brightest luster, shone by the only remaining copper-red setting sunlight.


    Ling Qingyu couldn''t see the sunset because her office''s ss wall was on the opposite side. Ling Qingyu got up from her seat and paced toward the ss wall and put her palm on the smooth cold texture.


    Through the ss, she gazed and lost in thoughts until a knock came. Her head turned. "Come in"


    Zhao Xiurong walked in and closed the door. "Sister Ling, do you want any coffee?"


    "No need. Sister Zhao can take away those papers; I''ve already finished them." Ling Qingyu replied.


    Zhao Xiurong gasped. "I never expect Sister Ling to be this fast. I''ll take them away then."


    She was preparing to check Ling Qingyu''s work again to repair any mishaps. Naturally, she would never do this in front of Ling Qingyu.


    Inwardly chuckling at her secretary, Ling Qingyu was aware of her increased efficiency, mostly attributed to her daughter. Even then she didn''t ask Athena for everything.


    Despite the memory she possessed, this was her first experience in handling office work and managing her ownpany.


    She was learning and improving herself; her confidence grew as she worked more. Until Ling Qingyu was satisfied with herself, she would never rely too much on Athena.


    When Zhao Xiurong had packed away some of the documents, Ling Qingyu said, "Sister Zhao, you can also check your email. And call Sister Tang for me, please."


    Zhao Xiurong nodded and exited the room.


    Tang Ziyi entered after a while and Ling Qingyu beckoned her toe closer. Tang Ziyi''s eyes turned strange but still went forward.


    She wasn''t worried, Ling Qingyu would have indecent thoughts. Even if her boss had one, she hoped Ling Qingyu had ten times the courage.


    The two shoulders were only centimeters apart and Ling Qingyu whispered: "Do you have any tools to detect surveince devices?"


    Tang Ziyi understood straightway what agitated Ling Qingyu at the moment. She had seen Officer Yange out from the office.


    ording to Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi already had a clear picture. She nodded and mouthed: "Where did she stay?"


    Ling Qingyu pointed at the room outside. Tang Ziyi sprung into action.


    Tang Ziyi searched for any devices using her hands and experience, as Ling Qingyu watched her ruffle through the room where Yang Qingyue had stayed.


    Afterward, Tang Ziyi went outside and came back after a few minutes, bringing in sophisticated tools.


    Like a security guard, a device squealed several times as she scanned across the room. Zhao Xiurong asked Ling Qingyu with her nce, who returned a shrug in answer.


    Her secretary wasn''t stupid and recalled Officer Yang''s visit.


    Tang Ziyi shook her head at Ling Qingyu, who nodded back. It seemed Yang Qingyue''s purpose was merely to inform her.


    Not that surprised Ling Qingyu as she knew Yang Qingyu grew up in the family always deep in the whirlpool of conspiracy.


    It didn''t matter; she would continue what she had to do.


    "How''s my offer? Have you asked your Mom?" Ling Qingyu asked Zhao Xiurong.


    "I have. Maybe a weekter, we''ll move in. My mother is happy to be around your elders." Zhao Xiurong replied.


    "I''m d to hear that."


    Time passed quickly and everybody prepared to leave work. Usually, Ling Qingyu worked tillte 8''o clock or more but she had changed into a brand new.


    Besides, she needed to do something tonight. Ling Qingyu had requested Tang Ziyi to ask Su Ruomei for a few of herrades and bring guards from her manor.


    Everyone had no problems following Tang Ziyi''smands as Su Ruomei already introduced her as their future instructor.


    Ling Qingyu descended to the parking lot underground, where there was an area for her personally.


    Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi were with her. In front of the Cadic and Bentley, five RangeRovers parked with their engines on.


    Ling Qingyu knew they were the ones she bought this morning. Inside the vehicles were the female guards she summoned.


    Entering the Bentley backseat ''consciously'', Ling Qingyu told her n to Tang Ziyi who just got inside.


    Tang Ziyi spoke into the radio and put it down. Ling Qingyu asked. "When do you have a radio?"


    "As an about-to-be instructor, I must equip myself, can''t I?" Tang Ziyi replied. "I almost forgot but since you asked, when can I get our own weapons?"


    Ling Qingyu patted her forehead. "Patience, don''t annoy Athena regarding your issue. You can buy them outside, why bother troubling her?"


    "It''s different. You can get a customized version." Tang Ziyi whined.


    Soon, the Cadic, Bentley, and 5 Range Rovers drove in a convoy and departed thepany, drawing eyes around.


    Since all of them were painted in ck, the grandeur and the air carried by the convoy were surreal.


    ...


    Tang San walked back, holding a bottle in one hand, which he sipped from time to time. His feet shuffled dragging the soles of his shoes along the pavement.


    Anyone who saw him stayed away from a distance and watched him pass by.


    Based on the man''s attire, he was definitely from the scum ss, draining the earth''s precious materials.


    An epitome of study materials for young men to avoid, following his example.


    Reaching his destination, heshed out a bad breath and cursed. A warehouse but with allocated rooms for living space.


    Usually, Tang San would always sight his subordinates, ying cards, smoking together, or cock fighting. Anyway, it wouldn''t be this quiet.


    His mind was unclear and couldn''t think straight. Was there a football match tonight so the group watched the game together?


    These bastards never informed their boss, of good news, only enjoying themselves. His heart felt agitated for no reason.


    Entering the warehouse to the threshold, Tang San walkedzily and couldn''t help but see the only light source came from the soft yellowmp.


    Darkness crept into Tang San''s mind and his breathing quickened. He thought he was devoured into the mouth of a monster.


    Perhaps, he drank too much that weird thought flew into his mind.


    "Hey! Boys, where are you guys?" Tang San shouted to wave off the fear, looming inside as the second passed by.


    No answer.


    Tang San clicked his tongue and cursed. "Damn bastards, always know how to kid around and mess with your boss. It seems my prestige needs to be revealed again."


    He snorted after speaking, preparing himself for any prank.


    The moment he entered the hall, he said, "I know you''re here. Stop messing around. I don''t have time for this."


    The doors behind mmed close and the lights inside brightened. Tang San covered his eyes from the sudden illumination after his eyes got used to the light.


    Then, he was dumbfounded. Looking around the room, he saw his boys wrapped in tapes all around, ankles and hands bound, mouths also blocked.


    Tang San''s pupils constricted at the sight of 2 dozen of his subordinatesying on the floor helplessly.


    He wanted to run but the moment his head turned toward the entrance, he saw two burly guys in ck suits blocking the path.


    Staring at their thick muscles and height, Tang San gulped and turned his head back. Noting the surrounding had been filled with unfamiliar people wearing ck attire, Tang San had a crying face.


    Where did he offend a big boss? He never stretched his ws too much to avoid this situation from happening.


    Sure, there were more women figure among the person-in-ck. But their posture and gesture exuded menacing power.


    He roughly counted 20 women and 15 men.


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    Tang San''s eyes nced in the direction of the sound and found a young woman in white clothing, graceful and majestic. She had an attractive figure most men would surrender under her pomegranate skirts.


    That wasn''t the current Tang San''s focus point; the aura engraved in her gesture exhibited authority he felt hard to resist.


    Was she the only female gang leader in Province N? Tang San was quickly calcting in his mind to escape the situation.


    He just did the best n in mind, fighting for his chance.


    Tang San knelt and kowtowed like meeting an emperor: "Heroine, the viin does not have good eyes and mouth, I don''t know where the viin offends you?"


    Therge room fell into silence.


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    Ling Qingyu was stunned by the sudden exquisite operation¡ªopera¡ªbefore her. Not only her, the people around who she brought were bbergasted.


    At least, they thought the leader should have a stronger backbone, especially when his subordinates tried to resist valiantly.


    "Hahaha," Ling Qingyuughed out loud but herughter sounded like beautiful birds chirping a piece of artistic music to the listener''s ears.


    Ling Qingyu quickly controlled herself. She never expected the leader to have self-knowledge.

 Chapter 92: Ling Qingyus solution

    One hour ago.


    Ling Qingyu had asked Tang Ziyi to hire these giant men from the bodyguardpany, a one-day payment.


    After leaving her workce, Ling Qingyu''s convoy met them at a designated location. The reason why she pulled up more manpower was because Athena''s preliminary surveince and Tang Ziyi''s investigation showed there were around 30 men, they needed to deal with.


    When the big convoy reached the area, Ling Qingyu''s group was immediately noticed by them.


    In such a prestigious show of force, the visitors must never be kind and so the two parties shed.


    They didn''t know what models the vehicles were. Since someone dared to hit them, then struck them back.


    Seeing more women on the other side, these ruffians joked around wretchedly with steel pipes and machetes in their hands.


    Even though those burly securities Ling Qingyu asked for were scary, the number was too few.


    The ruffians thought they outnumbered Ling Qingyu''s group and were confident. Unlike their boss who contemted more before acting, these guys didn''t have brains.


    The female guards took out batons and tasers, ready for action. Some of them even handed over the extra batons to the burly men, Ling Qingyu hired.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched. Were her securities so rich to have extra equipment? She must ask Su Ruomei for rification on where the funding was spent when she got back.


    In the office.


    Su Ruomei: "Achoo!"


    Sister Jiang Yu: "Sister Ruomei should sleep more. Only when the sleep cycle bes normal, your immune system works efficiently."


    Su Ruomei swatted her hand away to prevent further from hearing more lectures. "It must be someone cursing behind my back."


    "Oh!"


    Back to the scenes, where courtesy and pleasantries were thest things to expect ¨C a sh was inevitable. see-more-MVLeMpYr


    Both parties had weapons drawn and the momentum surged around them. Ling Qingyu stayed behind, guarded by 2 men and 2 women.


    The ruffian''s side, as Ling Qingyu called them inwardly, swore crooked words andughed while her securities merely nced at each other and remained quiet.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue rushed first. Under their leadership, the two sides shed.


    The ruffians, outnumbering their opponents, charged forth with misced confidence. They swung recklessly, driven more by impulse than strategy. Their approach was unrefined, and their movements were predictable.


    The imagination was beautiful but the realities cruelly crushed them. Upon impact, these men couldn''t withstand one move from Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue.


    The rest also fell like those facing the two killing gods. The nk of the metal collision and squish reverberation from the hard material hitting flesh orchestrated the entire venue.


    Like tigers and wolves thrusting into the huge flock of sheep, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue struck at anyone who stood in their way.


    Two female versions of Lu Bu and Zhao Zilong crushed the mentalities of their foes.


    The rest of the bodyguards, attacked in coordinated waves, showcasing a blend of martial expertise and tactical finesse.


    There was nothing to say about those male bodyguards'' professions.


    The other female guards also excelled at their jobs. A quickbination of techniques brought these ruffians down on the floor.


    "Fuck! It hurts."


    "My legs broke. Mother save me!"


    "Ahhhhhh!"


    Baton and Tasers utilized at full disy. On the ground, some of the bodies of the meny twitching and screeching animalnguage, probably the result of being electrocuted by a small voltage.


    Some groaned hugging the wounded area. The difference between the fighting quality couldn''t be ovee by a simple quantity. Trained securities on Ling Qingyu''s side had an easier time, feeling like a simtion drill.


    Not to mention, most of the female guards were discharged from the military. Dealing with an untrained, undisciplined group didn''t cost them any sweat.


    Although the other portion of the female guards from her manor didn''t have any experience or military-grade training, it wasn''t a problem since Ling Qingyu requested them to stay in the back during the fight.


    These girls were also learning during the process and worked together with the temporarily hired bodyguards.


    Soon, the rest of the ruffians begged for mercy.


    "Please, we surrender!"


    "Don''t hit us. It''s a misunderstanding."


    "I have an old mother and a wife, 6 children, who depend on me. Let me go!"


    "Ouch! Why you kept hitting us when we throw the weapons away!"


    "No, no. Masters and Mistresses, I quit, I quit. Ouch!"


    Even if her opponent gave up, Ling Qingyu reminded her subordinates to continue a good beating. Of course, for those who surrender, the beating only hurt the flesh and let these scums have a long memory.


    Ling Qingyu stood up from her position and ordered the guards to seal their mouths, bind their limbs, and drag them inside. Tang Ziyi interrogated each of them, prying from their mouths for more information.


    No need for any torture, just her prior peerless posture had terrified these men, who blurted out anything she inquired.


    After learning the leader wasn''t avable, Ling Qingyu let everyone clean up the mess and waited for the new target inside, hidden from the outside eyes.


    These were the results Tang San saw when he arrived at his room, his boys drooped in despair, with injuries. Their eyes asked for help from him.


    But what could he do? The opponent wasn''t simple, more powerful, richer, and more prestigious.


    From the encirclement and their posture, he could attest to their high degree of training. So, he simply knelt down.


    Ling Qingyuughed but she didn''t mean to belittle the man. Those, who were aware of the circumstances and had self-knowledge, Ling Qingyu gave them respect even if they lost their dignity.


    "You didn''t offend me but you touch someone you should never have touched." Ling Qingyu stated her reason.


    Blood lost from Tang San''s face and he quickly replied. "Who''s it that dares to hurt? I''ll punish him myself."


    Ling Qingyu would be a fool if she didn''t know Tang San was acting righteously to mitigate her anger.


    "Actually I don''t really care about your loan-shark business," Ling Qingyu said. "If the one you touched really borrowed money from you, I''ll proceed in a civil manner¡ªreturning the amount along with the interest."


    "How dare I collect interest from yourdyship." Tang San ttered.


    The corner of Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched. When the viin ttered too much, what would you do?


    Felt weak to even harm the viin or the intent to kill became stronger¡ªwho knows what the viin''s heart was.


    She didn''t know whether Tang San in front of her was stupid or clever. Sometimes one became stupid because of cleverness.


    "Don''t speak! Listen to my exnation first and the decision will be yours." Ling Qingyu chided.


    Tang San still kneeling on the ground, bowed his head and didn''t say a word.


    Crossing her leg and leaning back on the couch, Ling Qingyu spoke: "Remember the gambler who lost the game and couldn''t pay the debt? Instead of asking the price from him, why do your hands reach to the rtive who didn''t even know about it?"


    "I¡­I¡­It is the¡­usual method to pressure for payment."


    Tang San''s eyes turned livid because he recognized where the problem came from. Thinking they were from ordinary families and would be helpless against his bullying act, Tang San allowed his subordinates to be presumptuous.


    Another point was his rising interest in a certain woman, Chu Ying. Even though she was already married, her beauty was undeniable around his neighborhood.


    His n was to press continuous harassment until his goddess would give in. Of course, if they could pay the amount, he would reluctantly quit.


    Perhaps many days of his action without impunity had swelled his arrogance and confidence.


    This might also be attributed to his new connection with the gang members, allowing him to see more of the dark sides and the opportunities.


    Because his loan shark activities attracted predators around who would not relinquish or miss a chance to gain money.


    However, ording to his methodical carefulness, there was no way he would miss the slightest information.


    Tang San would never understand, in this world, there was an element called destiny, which yed a miraculous role.


    There had been many stories about unlucky abandoned persons who rose up after meeting a noble one. In this case, destiny had given them a chance to save themselves for the family.


    But his reflection was no use as he must first calm down the wrath of a great person. Tang San dared not look at Ling Qingyu too much for fear of offending and worsening his imperil situation.


    Tang San''s reply didn''t cause any change in Ling Qingyu''s expression. She had already read what Athena had found.


    Ling Qingyu''s fingers steepled. "How about I also carried on with the usual way?"


    Her words almost ruptured Tang San''s and his follower''s hearts. As the saying went, what went around, came around.


    They experience the feeling of despair and helplessness, the moment of their under the mercy of others.


    Ling Qingyu nced at the watch on her phone. Without wasting time, she nodded at one of the guards.


    The female guard lifted the heavy bag and released it on the table, almost rumbling the table underneath.


    "As a person who respects democracy, I''ll give you two options to choose from." Ling Qingyu said, twirling her hair with her finger. "One, There''s 2 million yuan in cash inside this bag. It meant that the family no longer owes you, all the debts are canceled and your group must get out of this business."


    Tang San''s followers were happy and gazed at their leaders, transmitting messages to ept the deal.


    Nheless, Tang San wasn''t blind by the dor sign and his subordinates'' pressure; he bowed his head and asked, his voice in tremor: "What''s the catch then, Miss?"


    "Of course, I''ll give this wealth to you as long as you do as I say. Confess your guilt to the police and enter prison for 5-7 years." Ling Qingyu smirked as she announced the sentence.


    5-7 or ten years were the maximum sentences they could get based on money fraud, illegal load issues, vandalizing other properties, illegal gambling, assaulting others, and threatening other''s life.


    Hearing Ling Qingyu''s statement, Tang San''s followers were reluctant to ept the offer. Even though the amount they would receive was huge, life in prison wasn''t what they desired.


    Tang San also thought the same and beckoned for the other choice: "What about the other choice?"


    Ling Qingyu chuckled and her eyes weren''t surprised at their reluctance. She ced her wrist on the table and tapped the wooden smooth surface rhythmically with her fingers one by one.


    Each beat hammered Tang San''s inside as if waiting for the judgment and Ling Qingyu changed from her fingers to knuckles. "Two, I''ll offer you the choices and you get to choose the results. Sewer, Cement, or the fish?"


    Tang San repeated the words: "Sewer, Cement, or the fish."


    He immediately darted his eyes toward Ling Qingyu''s and found her icy murderous gaze on him. He gulped his saliva and controlled his trembling body.


    There wasn''t a choice, but only a naked threat. Where is democracy? The bigger fish eats the smaller one.

 Chapter 93: Yang Qingyues thoughts

    Everyone also regurgitated in whispers and exchanged nces, not understanding the meaning of Ling Qingyu''s words.


    Sewer, Cement, or fish.


    Noticing their leader''s face wasn''t good, they knew it was never a good offer. Until one of them also realized something and began quivering in trepidation.


    "No! You said you''ll give us choices but you''re forcing us, madam...You''re ....breaking thew by doing this, Miss?!" Tang San eximed back his reply.


    "Oh, your group of scums still know the meaning of thew?" Ling Qingyu chuckled and rubbed her ears.


    If Yang Qingyue''s attention wasn''t on Ling Qingyu and to avoid future nonstop surveince, she would dly proceed on the second option rather than giving them choices.


    Sure, ording to her preliminary investigation, the group only engaged in loan sharks and small types of crimes.


    They had not killed anyone. But Ling Qingyu knew their degeneration would go on the path further and potentially develop into an organized crime group, likely evenmitting murder, arson, robbery, and rapeter on.


    Given the capability of thew enforcement agency in Province N, Ling Qingyu guaranteed this process would be very rapid and unstoppable.


    Now what Ling Qingyu did was cracked the egg before it hatched. Before these groups had some reservations when they did the job.


    From Ling Qingyu''s personal experience of hearing of coercing the woman into prostitution, she understood, the future she foresaw wouldn''t be long.


    That was also the big reason why Ling Qingyu possessed a huge intent on killing these scums. But the disadvantages outweighed the gain.


    Her actions weren''t worth it for the consequences she had to deal with afterward. However, it didn''t mean she would be reluctant to kill if Tang San''s decision ceased to satisfy hers.


    Ling Qingyu waited patiently for the other party''s response.


    Tang San was conflicted between freedom and death. It appeared he wouldn''t be at a disadvantage behind bars based on the wealth Ling Qingyu had given.


    Still, nobody desired to stay in jail. Of course, if he were to receive more, the option wasn''t so bad.


    Nevertheless, Tang San was aware of the limits. Looking at her expression, this was the moment of the deal or no deal.


    As for contemting a no-deal, Tang Sanughed inwardly. He and his boys, none of them would exist by tomorrow. discover-stories-MVLeMpYr


    A man must bow under the eave. Having made the decision, Tang San rxed and his shoulders seemed no longer heavy.


    He saw his subordinates watching him with their anxious eyes and turned his gaze toward the woman. "I''ll take your mercy, Miss. The first option."


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    Ling Qingyu apuded his decision as she no longer needed to clean the mess. "Good. Good. A man must be responsible for his action. I think you''ll be a role model in the future soon."


    Tang San smiled helplessly at Ling Qingyu''s irony.


    "You can take the money in the bag. Remember, not to break the deal. If you try escaping or continue doing your line of work, the next time there''ll be no dialogue." Ling Qingyu said as she stood and patted her clothes.


    Tang San nodded. He would be a fool to try to escape although he really thought about the option before Ling Qingyu spoke.


    "And one more thing. Your missing five boys had been dealt with by me and are in prison. They''ll be facing longer sentences than yours. Of course, if you made the wrong decision, it isn''t hard to murder in the prison." Ling Qingyu shrugged. "And the important reminder for you all. If one of your group is missing then the deal is off.


    I don''t mind blood in my hands for those who disobey."


    Ling Qingyu strode away and the rest of her guards followed. The imposing steps of her entourage made Tang San and his subordinates motionless and didn''t dare to breathe.


    Until the pressure dissipated, Tang San moved and unzipped the bag. Bricks of red cash flew out of the bag, and Tang San sighed in relief. He walked to his subordinates to loosen the ties.


    Outside, Ling Qingyu''s entourage returned to their vehicles parked in the distance. Escorted by her guards, Ling Qingyu entered the ck Bentley and lowered the window.


    "Thank you all for your hard work," Ling Qingyu expressed her gratitude for their help.


    "It''s our responsibility," the female guards replied while the male guards merely nodded back.


    "Not to mention we prevent a future criminal gang." One of them added prompting Ling Qingyu to nod in agreement.


    "And you," Ling Qingyu directed at the head of the male bodyguards she hired temporarily for today. "I appreciate your support. It has helped our cause a lot."


    The burly team leader scratched the back of his head and smiled. "Miss, even if you don''t have us, it''s an easy task."


    Watching Ling Qingyu''s personal guards in amazement, he continued: "With your personal securities, I already believe they are overkilling. It was nice to work under you, Miss Ling."


    "The pleasure is mine." Ling Qingyu smiled and nodded. "And don''t underestimate yourself, your big muscr figures made the momentum to our advantage. It''ll never be easy as today."


    What Ling Qingyu said was the truth. Despite her female guards'' capabilities and well-equipped support, they would still struggle for a while rather than easily abusing these scums without these men''s presence.


    Ling Qingyu understood more why morals and momentum were vital in ancient warfare. The short fight allowed her to see some perspectives on how ancient warfare worked.


    Without these big boys'' appearance, more momentum would arise from the opponents and the female guards would face more obstaclespare to tonight''s smooth sailing adventure.


    "How about you and your brothers shared the victory tonight?" Ling Qingyu said. "Sister Tang, please gave them the money."


    "With pleasure," Tang Ziyi replied and delivered the heavy bag to the team leader''s hands.


    The bag was the same as the one Ling Qingyu had given to Tang San and the sudden weight stunned him for a second until he heard Ling Qingyu say.


    "It''s 2 million yuan in cash. Have fun tonight."


    "Thank you, Miss." The man instantly bowed.


    The money received on one day had allowed them to spendvishly. With Ling Qingyu''s gift, the brothers no longer needed to worry about finance for a short period of time.


    Ling Qingyu initially thought of giving Tang San''s group all the money and rejected the option at thest moment.


    Everyone entered their vehicle and departed from the scene. The convoy separated into two directions.


    The Bentley, Cadic, and five Range Rovers roared back toward the manor. As Ling Qingyu sat on the seat looking through the ss, she suddenly asked Tang Ziyi.


    "Sister Ziyi, when have my method begun to be ruthless?"


    "You called this, ruthless?" Tang Ziyi was puzzled. "Where''s the young Miss, who ordered me to kill a few days ago."


    "That was someone who tried to assassinate me. This time is different, if this group of men refused my offer, my words will count." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "I think you are good in this way. Why''re you worrying?" Tang Ziyi was curious about Ling Qingyu''s weird brain.


    "Alright, yourfort is really effective." Ling Qingyu gave Tang Ziyi a white eye. She didn''t know where the atmosphere she brewed disappeared. "Give me the radio, I''ll like to give a speech to my subordinates."


    Tang Ziyi threw the device nonchntly, causing Ling Qingyu to catch in panic. Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue at Tang Ziyi''s behavior and pressed the button.


    "Thank you all for your effort today." Ling Qingyu started her speech. "These groups of men were rted to the loan shark activities. Because of your action, you might have save several people from further troubles. My intel said these guys are now connecting with the triads which meant the men you''ve beaten are likely to be criminals in the future."


    "Your action saves countless lives and solves the potential criminals. I don''t know if my warriors have the same desire as I do but I still hope to work together. You must''ve known my two sisters¡ªTang Ziyi and Xiao Yue¡ªwho are likely to be your instructors in theing days. Practice well under them; I''m sure everyone will enjoy the process."


    All the guards were quiet listening to Ling Qingyu''s talk. The old guardsposed of female soldiers didn''t have anything in their mind.


    The new ones had fear and panic after following Ling Qingyu''s orders, especially the moment their boss threatened others like a gangster. They were frightened that they were participating in illegal events.


    Now that Ling Qingyu reaffirmed their actions and justified it wasn''t a lost cause or illegal. On the contrary, they felt simr passion to Ling Qingyu.


    To be honest, silent discussions behind the back brew rted to Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue. Luckily, Su Ruomei had exined their background and the guards were looking forward to their upgraded enhanced strength.


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    Later at night.


    City Police Station in Province N.


    Inside the office.


    Yang Qingyue was reviewing papers and moaned in dissatisfaction whenever the scene of her interaction with Ling Qingyu came into her mind.


    Her skin itched at the thought of underachieving what she wanted from the meeting and mmed the desk with her fist.


    The abrupt sound silenced the surrounding. The other officer looked at one another in confusion and didn''t dare to mouth a syble, worried of offending the fierce goddess.


    These days, they had seen Yang Qingyue in angry mood and decided to fend themselves away from her agitation.


    Until a phone buzzed and Yang Qingyue answered the call. "Hello."


    Yang Qingyue''s expression immediately smiled and leaned back on the chair. The heavy air dissipated and the others exhaled in relief.


    She hung up the call and was satisfied. She hired a private detective to scout the activities of Ling Qingyu.


    Although her person was instantly noticed and blocked by Ling Qingyu''s security, Yang Qingyue was delighted with the oue.


    She received news about a group of men surrendered to the police station and admitted their guilt. Not a small group but the number reached nearly 30 or more.


    It was the result of Ling Qingyue''s visits. She could see if not for her warning, Ling Qingyue might have done worse.


    Yang Qingyue smiled at the concession made by Ling Qingyu. It seemed the cooperation between the two parties wasn''t impossible.


    Despite Ling Qingyu''s initial behavior to her dislike, Yang Qingyue must admit she was the better one among her league. Perhaps to quell the city''s turmoil, Ling Qingyu''s help might be what Yang Qingyue wanted.


    Of course, the decision required Yang Qingyue to think through carefully and negotiations between the two women. She should wait for what Ling Qingyu craved from her.


    If the justice she sought cost what she could ept exchanging deals, Yang Qingyue was highly d to offer and didn''t mind doing a little favor.

 Chapter 94: Visitor coming

    The next day.


    Ling Qingyu sat down in boredom, ruffling through the decks of papers and clicking on the keyboards inside her personal office room at work.


    She had heard her threat yielded the desired oue after listening to Athena''s report. All of them confessed at the police station about every single deed and showed remorse.


    Ling QIngyu snorted. Whether it was genuine remorse or the weight of her ultimatum, everyone who was present, understood very clearly.


    As for the individual sent by Yang Qingyue, Ling Qingyu was aware of their presence, thanks in part to Tang Ziyi''s timely reminder. She had detected the person as soon as he appeared.


    Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched whileining when Tang Ziyi pointed out the private detective''s obvious mistake and useless talents.


    Okay, even Ling Qingyu couldn''t find this person, no matter how she searched for it. Tang Ziyi''sint sounded more like cursing at herck of capabilities.


    Now, no matter how the event wentst night, the whirlwind of tasks at hand for herpany, plunged Ling Qingyu into a busy state.


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    Luckily, she had help from Athena. Otherwise, her health might deteriorate just from scanning the information.


    Ling Qingyu med her Secretary Zhao for her problems. It appeared her quick calctions and adept problem-solving abilities yesterday caught the attention of Zhao Xiurong.


    Her own reluctant acquiescence this morning, brought a wry smile to Ling Qingyu''s lips


    Since she had shown off, she couldn''t dodge no matter what faces she made in front of Zhao Xiurong''s firm gaze.


    Under the discerning eyes of Big Sister Zhao, the younger sister begging for mercy turned out to be utterly useless.


    She must be the first boss to relent under the secretary''s scary eyes. Of course, it must also be Zhao Xiurong''s actions that yed a role.


    Listening to her secretary''sint and bitter voice about how she struggled for so many days without her presence, Ling Qingyu gave up.


    So, that was the reason why Ling Qingyu worked hard, against her desired salted-fish state.


    Should she know this would be the result, Ling Qingyu would never ever reach out for help from Athena.


    Fortunately, Athena''s cheerful attitude soothed her fragile heart and sped up her work.


    Hmm? Why she somehow felt she became an excellent role model for the worker this year?


    ???


    It must be her illusion.


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    In the meantime, a man wearing what seemed like normal attire, shirt, and trouser, without any brand name, with a pair of sunsses covering his eyes, gazed over the building, Ling Qingyu''spany was located.


    He pushed up the bridge of his nose and observed the high-rise building. Looking himself in the reflection which came out from the ss, the man tidied his clothes, removing any wrinkles and unevenness.


    His steps paced toward the entrance and his appearance had already caught the eyes of female guards on duty around.


    Standing before their building for a long time was a suspicious behavior and their bodies preparing for any actions.


    They had heard from Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu that the city wasn''t peaceful these days and theirpany must watch out and prepare for any troubles.


    Radio chatters spread through the time more than usual and the guards remained as polite and normal as the usual day.


    Of course, the man noticed their stares but he didn''t care. Who made him stand in front of the building for so long?


    He neither felt insulted nor angry at the guards'' behavior. Not to mention, it was always pleasing to have the attention of strongdies.


    He strode toward the receptionist with purpose and leaned over the counter with his elbows and smiled confidently.


    The receptionists were mesmerized by his stylish movement and his handsome smile captured their hearts.


    Well, it didn''t mean they became head over heels. It meant they had a positive favorability value for the man¡ªa good first impression.


    Unlike where the staff wasn''t properly trained, the receptionists didn''t attempt to make an overview judgment of a person by the clothing.


    Even though what the man wore wasn''t impressive, his cleanliness and friendliness show was enough for good treatment.


    "Wee, Mister." The receptionist didn''t lose any etiquette in her greeting. "How may I be at your service."


    "I want to meet your President."


    "Do you have an arrangement?" The receptionist inquired as protocols called for.


    "No, I don''t." The man replied, dissipating the receptionist''s warm aura. There were numerous men lining up to see Ling Qingyu every now and then.


    With the presence and stern response of the female guards, it had decreased. Now another one popped up.


    "We''re old friends. Just inform her Lin Fan, who had connections with her grandfather,es by and meet." Lin Fan quickly replied, noticing things might go south, and stroked his nose, speechless at the unfriendly air.


    The receptionist only smiled. "Please wait and sit while I ask."


    Lin Fan nodded and took his seat, his eyes studying the hall. Most of his eye movementy on the female staff.


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    "What? Okay. Put on hold for a while, I''ll ask President Ling." Zhao Xiurong put down the officer telephone''s receiver and walked toward the door.


    Knock. Knock.


    "Come in."


    Zhao Xiurong entered the room and saw Ling Qingyu busy with the piles she had delivered. Controlling herughter, she said: "President Ling."


    Ling Qingyu said in an using tone, "Sister Zhao, you and I don''t need to go through this process. You can juste in next time."


    "We must maintain your prestige, Sister Ling. The next time when there isn''t anyone, I''ll do as you tell me." Zhao Xiurong replied.


    The pleasantry was over and Ling Qingyu quickly got into the theme. "What news did you bring that youe into the room personally?"


    Usually, Zhao Xiurong could connect with Ling Qingyu through office telephone but the rted affairs concerning Ling Qingyu''s grandfather prompted for a more secretive way. That was the reason why Ling Qingyu asked curiously.


    Ling Qingyu''s smile vanished as soon as she heard Zhao Xiurong''s exnation. What wille, will alwayse. You can never run.


    Que sera, sera.


    Sighing out the bad breath, Ling Qingyu pressed her temples. This might be the first bad news she received since leaving the hospital. "Sister Zhao, please ask Tang Ziyi to bring the man to my room and tell her to be careful."


    Zhao Xiurong was puzzled by Ling Qingyu''s words but she still nodded and went out. Ling Qingyu rubbed her brows in annoyance, no longer eager to do the work.


    She leaned on the soft cushion behind her and gazed at the ceilings. After a while, Ling Qingyu put on the ss and asked Athena. "Athena, show me the video of the reception."


    A video feed appeared in her vision, tracking the reception hall through the lens of the camera.


    She found Lin Fan, who sat on the seat and enjoyed the scenery with smiles all over his face. She understood what this bastard''s smile was for.


    The outlook of herpany''s female staff exuded gracefulness and an energetic vibe. The clothing designs were well thought out, enhancing women''s feminine charm. The office skirts hugged the figure and poised the beauty, disying every curvature.


    The embroideries on the clothes heightened the aura and pleased anyone''s eyes regardless of gender.


    She must also urge her staff to exercise for health and better figure. The more attractive her staff dangled around, the more cool her eyes felt.


    Oh! Why did her attention go somewhere else, just after concentrating on beauty aspects?


    Ling Qingyu''s mouth curled into a hidden smile as she nned out her response to the oing inevitable meeting with the male stallion protagonist.


    What''s the goal of theing visitor, Ling Qingyu was totally not blind and snorted inwardly.


    Lin Fan, let her feel like what made women fall for you. She wondered if she snatched away beauties from him, what would his expression be like? Ling Qingyu was looking forward to it.

 Chapter 95: Our stallion male character

    Still watching the video feedback, Ling Qingyu carefully studied Lin Fan''s behavior.


    Know yourself and the enemy. In a hundred battles, you''ll never be in peril. This was an important point written by Sun Tzu in the art of war.


    Although the situation wasn''t at war, a person must have an awareness, daily life situations were no different from one.


    She couldn''t see Lin Fan''s eyes clearly, covered by a pair of sunsses. Since the eyes were the window to the soul, Ling Qingyu couldn''t make a judgment on his personality.


    Based on his head movement, he always nced at the beautiful women passing by. Ling Qingyu sneered but also understood most men behaved this way.


    There wasn''t anything extraordinary from the outer appearances. She rewind the video back to the past and saw his demeanor.


    Confident, and arrogant.


    However, man knew man best. How could Ling Qingyu not understand Lin Fan''s inner thoughts?


    Along with her Miss System''s lecture, she could roughly jot down a list. But she must also experience it personally to make a better judgment.


    Another reason why she didn''t send Zhao Xiurong or any other women was to avoid contact with Lin Fan.


    Who knew when this bastard would poach her subordinates and confidantes? Precaution is a must.


    In Ling Qingyu''s view, Tang Ziyi was a lily and there was no risk of having contact with Lin Fan, known as a woman humanoid ma. She was immune to male seductions.


    No matter what Lin Fan did, Tang Ziyi wouldn''t give a face. With Ling Qingyu''s warning, Tang Ziyi would understand the essenceter.


    Especially the moment together with the male lead alone in the elevator, who else besides Tang Ziyi was the best candidate.


    Imagine a domineering stallion male cornering a powerless girl, to make her heart raced in panic. Rece the girl with Tang Ziyi, ahh, the sight must be beautiful.


    Mercenary vs Mercenary. The live-action duel under her eyes. Ling Qingyu was looking forward to seeing the scenes.


    Well, she was thinking too much. Even if Lin Fan had courage, he dared not mess around on the first encounter, worsening the first impression of his fianc¨¦e.


    Although Tang Ziyi might also poach the girls around, Ling Qingyu could tolerate it and regard it as pleasantries between girls. Anyway, what belonged to Tang Ziyi also belonged to her.


    Ling Qingyu put down her sses and waited for the visitor. In the meantime, she was calling Miss System nonstop.


    [Stop, Stop. You are annoying this system. Do you think the system is as free as you?]


    ''Eh-I''m not free too. Look at my work. It could be said to be the heaviest among white-cor.''


    [Doesn''t the system know how youplete the job?]


    Ling Qingyu wasn''t mistaken¡ªshe heard a mocking sneer from her system.


    [And as a multiverse entity, the work this system conduct isn''t understandable by you.]


    ''Okay. I know. I was wrong¡­I just n to ask you whether I can kill those protagonists.'' Ling Qingyu rubbed her palm.


    [Well, there was nothing wrong with doing it but I advise against your n. Protagonists are favored by the world and have a certain mission toplete. Unless you can take over the mission, you better put away the thought.]


    Ling Qingyu was speechless. That would take years toe and she had to patiently watch these protagonists dance in front of her.


    [Not everything is absolute so until you can take over the responsibilities, you can let go of the rules. Currently, the world will threaten this system to blow up itself if the system continues to interfere. You don''t want the negative merits of ughtering the entire poption, do you?]


    ''So apromise was made?'' Ling Qingyu understood the situation. A tit-for-tat between the world and the system went behind the scenes.


    Even if her Miss System was stronger, a dragon must bow before the local snake. Ling Qingyu also didn''t want her luck to be miserable.


    Anyway, this world will was disgusting. Self explosion as a threat here. Even with Miss System''s helps, nothing would happen to her but what about her family and friends?


    The will of the world was keen to flip the chessboard if it couldn''t defeat its opponent. Ling Qingyu could only p her forehead helplessly.


    Putin mindset. Hah!


    ''Okay, I understand. So, the monthly reward that I''ll receive is the maximum help from you?''


    [hmm¡­Since you know let the system continues its work.]


    ''Okay. See ya.''


    After sending away Miss System, Ling Qingyu felt tired, especially hearing the world''s will was the backing of the protagonists.


    She cheered herself up¡ªa temporary factor which couldn''t affect her overall situation.


    A knock rang outside and she heard Tang Ziyi''s voice.


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    "Come in," Ling Qingyu said and rose up from the seat.


    The same man and Tang Ziyi walked in.


    "Sister Ziyi, please wait outside while I talk with this gentleman." Ling Qingyu waved her sses in her hand as she spoke.


    Tang Ziyi also understood her meaning. With Athena''s presence and early warning, the security measure was sufficient.


    Not to mention this man wasn''t here with aggressive behavior. So, Tang Ziyi nodded her head in response and closed the door.


    Ling Qingyu directed her hands at the collections of sofas, the seating arrangement for entertaining the guest. "Please sit."


    The two sat down opposite one another. The man took out his sunsses and put them on the table, his eyes watching Ling Qingyu nonstop.


    Ling Qingyu was unfazed except for the utter goosebumps feeling arising inside. It was good for her before to ogle at thedies but when the situation turned around, she couldn''t ept it.


    Was many women like her, had to tolerate, theing stares and being med when they acted cold?


    Ling Qingyu sensed something from the young man in front. Was it the women''s sixth sense?


    It seemed more like a charm. Lin Fan, sitting on the chair, exuded confidence and the feeling of abundance in women.


    Any of these factors were the energies suitable to attract the opposite sex. It would be a killer for women but to the man''s eyes, it was hell annoying.


    Ling Qingyu having a good impression of this protagonist in front of her might be attributed to the world''s will or solely on the charm attributes and followed the script written in fate, bing the main pce of the male protagonist.


    Now that Ling Qingyu was different, she wasn''t going to be easily fooled by a scumbag.


    "So, Mr. Lin, I believe you are not here to remember the old days and stare at me the entire time." Ling Qingyu lit the dialogue.


    "Forgive my rudeness. Miss Ling looks stunning as ever. I think the immortal in the sky must lower her head in front of the beautiful you." Lin Fan said like a poet.


    Ling Qingyu controlled her expression from vomiting. Boy, you just use the wrong method on me, Ling Qingyu retched inwardly.


    Ling Qingyu coughed.


    "I know, I''ve heard a thousand times that my ears have calluses." Ling Qingyu''s reply stunned Lin Fan into speechlessness.


    He had met and experienced countless women, but no woman was as narcissistic as Ling Qingyu.


    Lin Fan scrutinized her expression carefully and found that Ling Qingyu acted like nothing happen as if she was talking about a regr meal.


    Helpless, he changed the strategy.

 Chapter 96: The contract

    "Old man Liu was my mentor and beacon of light. I was born in an orphanage. Not so good in terms of everything, but my life was fulfilling. Unable to graduate because of various reasons, I worked at low-end ces until someone noted my physique or talent." Lin Fan shrugged as he narrated the past event.


    Ling Qingyu listened patiently without any negative reaction in her expression.


    "He set up an arrangement for me but I went on the journey overseas of nine death one life. Many years passed until I returned when I heard his news of deteriorating health."


    Lin Fan''s sadness and regret were genuine in Ling Qingyu''s eyes. If she lost Amorette or Denise, she would react in the same manner.


    "The arrangement was a promised marriage agreed by the elders of both sides. Now that I''m here, I would like to honor the contract made by our elders. I hope to see your opinion." Lin Fan said gently while staring at her eyes.


    Lin Fan utilized the strategy of selling poor to receive sympathy from Ling Qingyu, whose expression hardly changed.


    How could she not understand the inner state of Lin Fan? She wasn''t a young girl to be fooled. And she wasn''t actually a she to begin with, right?


    Anyone who had an emotional quotient within a normal benchmark would resonate with tragic stories, sympathizing and hoping tofort the protagonist.


    However, telling a tragedy at the first meeting was something Ling Qingyu now newly experienced.


    No one in the right mind would resurface those bad memories and disy vulnerabilities to a total stranger even if someone would soon be their partner.


    Ling Qingyu even doubted her original self, how on earth she epted bing the main pce against this man with such IQ.


    "Mr. Lin, I appreciate your sentiment behind the elders'' wishes, who would dearly be d to see this marriage unfolds. But we live in a modern society where forced marriages and arranged unions are things of the past. We should have the freedom to choose our own paths, especially in the matter of heart." Ling Qingyu spoke in an official tone.


    Regarding Ling Qingyu''s reply, Lin Fan wasn''t surprised. He would be dumbfounded if the cold president epted without any resistance.


    Any woman who strove hard on her work journey would never easily marry. Lin Fan understood their mindset.


    At the end of the day, women always needed another shoulder beside them to lean on and they would soon find in the future¡ªhappiness was found in marriage.


    Ling Qingyu might agree with Lin Fan''s point of view in the past. Now, she would merely scoff at this notion, after being taught by Miss System several times.


    Happiness or not rarely depended on others. Even if marriage meant happiness, how many were able to find the right match and live a peaceful joyful marriage?


    Maybepanionship might be a better word than marriage in this context. As long as there was someone who apany you on the harsh journey, that was the true bliss.


    That confidante should not always be one''s marriage partner. Everyone enjoyed life in a different manner.


    What worked for one might not work for others.


    Lin Fan nodded at Ling Qingyu, his lips still smiling. "I understand your perspective, Miss Ling. But let''s not forget our elders really wish for the knot between us. We don''t want to regret them seeing their hope doesn''t happen, right?"


    "I acknowledge your wish to fulfill the elders'' request but that shouldn''t chain us to decisions we''re ufortable with." Ling Qingyu sighed softly. "Marriage should be based on mutual respect and affection."


    Come on, keep pretending, Ling Qingyu said inwardly. If I''m not a big fat ugly girl or not pleasing to the aesthetic, I''m sure you won''t evene in the first ce.


    The reason why Lin Fan didn''t start slowly but got straight to the point was that he couldn''t fool Ling Qingyu. Who was she? The talented businesswoman who survived several tribtions in the business circle.


    That was the helplessness inside Lin Fan. And Ling Qingyu who stayed out of the norm had a higher chance of not obeying the elders'' words.


    "Come to think of it, arranged marriage devoid of emotion must have mutual cooperation and support. Since it''s a business deal, what benefits can you bring me?" Ling Qingyu said with a smile.


    She was looking forward to Lin Fan''s answer. Lin Fan couldn''t confess his background, could he?


    Just a simple phone call could get what he wanted but he wanted a retirement life, without any of these interference. Hidden background, a lonesome confident man exuding the bad boy aura.


    The number one ma to charm women. Ling Qingyu raised the rms several times, to prevent her sisters from even knowing each other. story-at-MvLeMpYr


    "Well," Lin Fan was stuck in words. "It seems like there is none right? Don''t worry, Miss Ling. I''m not asking to get married straight away. We''ll interact with each other and get to know more in the process."


    "Mr. Lin must know who I am." Ling Qingyu hid herughter. "Unless I see the benefits of the deals, you can''t persuade me."


    Ling Qingyu''s voice stumped Lin Fan into deeper thought and his eyes brightened when he saw a new idea.


    "How about I rmend myself to work here as a security guard or maybe your personal bodyguard." Lin Fan said after rubbing his chin in thought, trying out his n. "It''s not me being arrogant, given my past working experience."


    "Oh, what do you do? I''m curious." Ling Qingyu leaned her cheeks over the palm, with her eyes looking for more answers.


    "I quit the job of mercenary after earning a huge sum."


    "How much? If you don''t want to say it, please do as your wish. Forgive my questioning." Ling Qingyu was genuinely inquisitive.


    "Not at all, Ms. Ling. Half a billion dors, my savings." Lin Fan spoke and paused, realizing he was led by Ling Qingyu.


    "It''s pretty good. I expect you to invest some in stocks." Ling Qingyu answered with a smile. "For a young man, to earn this amount and can live a happyfortable life while resting. That''s a high achievement there."


    Ling Qingyu praised Lin Fan without any shyness. Compared to her past life¡ªa dilly-dallying experience, she lost everything in front of Lin Fan¡ªnoparison.


    "You made the correct guess. I let someone I trust do a stock exchange and be a shopkeeper. I''m nothing,pared to yours, Ms Lin." Lin Fan almost lost control. Why was she praising him as if looking at a younger generation?


    "Don''t be too polite. I''m sure, you''ll have lots of girls swarming all over you." Ling Qingyu spoke, her eyes filled with irony.


    Lin Fan straightened his back and pretended not to hear Ling Qingyu and changed the topic.


    His intuition warned him not to continue this topic about girls. "So, Ms. Ling. What do you think about my rmendation?"


    Ling Qingyu paused¡ª she didn''t want topletely offend the man before her nor she liked him staying around.


    She carefully ced her words and said. "Given your experience, anyone will fancy your expertise but that doesn''t include me.


    "Why not, Ms. Lin?" Lin Fan''s eyebrows raised. "Compared to the guards you have, I believe you know, they weren''t my match."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes turned weird. Noparison. What made you so confident? Huh?! Didn''t he feel Tang Ziyi when she guided him to her ce?


    "I do know you''re capable but you have to know my guards are all females." Ling Qingyu stopped her speech, guessing how in the world, Ling Qingyu fell for Lin Fan ording to the script.


    She had to admit, without her steadfast mind, Lin Fan had a high ability to persuade a person from what she didn''t desire to do.

 Chapter 97: How to expel Lin Fan?

    How on earth Ling Qingyu began to fall for Lin Fan? Simple, Ling Qingyu thought to herself.


    It all started with the ident or her assassination. The girl might feel unsafe and insecure after waking up.


    Despite the protection level she had, it shouldn''t stop with the truck Kun crashing her car, nearly killing her.


    Unlike the current Ling Qingyu, possessing Miss System and having two generals at her hands, and retaliating swiftly, the girl had nothing and nowhere to know who had the knife in the dark.


    There might be more. Worried about her security, when Lin Fan came in, in spite of the reluctance, she saw an opportunity.


    She could study his personalities closely whether she should exchange her lifelong sacred marriage and use Lin Fan for her protection. His wealth and status might be iparable, she didn''t mind.


    Perhaps Lin Fan took revenge for her or rescued her like a damsel in distress, she fell from the high heaven.


    Having a life partner like Lin Fan should be okay in her opinion and the road began with Lin Fan bing her bodyguard.


    What''s more, she believed they were a power couple, excelling at their expertise. Lin Fan was a military and powerful force while her advantagesy in business, finance, and logistics.


    Ling Qingyu shook her head and threw away her guess at the moment. There was no use in thinking more.


    Lin Fan eyed strangely at Ling Qingyu''s head movement. What did she mean? He lowered his head and gritted his teeth in annoyance.


    Patience. Tolerance.


    To deal with a woman of Ling Qingyu''s status, Lin Fan reminded himself to be steadfast several times.


    "That''s the problem, Ms. Ling. They don''t have enough deterrence on the surface, no matter the capabilities." Lin Fan calmly stated.


    Ling Qingyu agreed with Lin Fan''s statement. Sometimes, most people only looked at the surface and made a judgment.


    Until Ling Qingyu''s guards made a strong prestige, various pests would keep oning.


    At least her guards now had some degree of reputation in Province N.


    "Well, that''s why I have them well-equipped and trained routinely." Ling Qingyu leaned back, her hand over the back of the couch and her body turned slightly to the side.


    With the other arm over her knees, Ling Qingyupletely rxed her posture.


    Lin Fan stared at Ling Qingyu for a while, memorizing the cascades of her curvature and a snort rang in his ears.


    "Fine beauty and skin. It''s pity for now without any moisture." Lin Fan whispered. But the two weren''t very far and could easily hear what he said.


    A woman would blush and lose herposure but Ling Qingyu just spoke: "Go on. I like to hear more."


    Ling Qingyu didn''t mindparing who had thicker skin. Perhaps other girls would have cursed Lin Fan for shamelessness.


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    Lin Fan coughed and recovered where the dialogue went. He nodded secretly to Ling Qingyu''s affirmation of her securities.


    The only missing point could be the shield and heavy headgear. If these were included, one would mistake Ling Qingyu''s guards as riot police units.


    "Comparing men and women, you already know who is stronger." Lin Fan threaded the topic carefully. In front of the strong woman, you say women are inferior as Lin Fan believed, you are totally stupid.


    Ling Qingyu returned the nce of looking at an idiot through her sses. That was a fact but did strength make everything in the world?


    Lin Fan was embarrassed by Ling Qingyu''s sharp eyes.


    For the pursuit of beauty, Lin Fan tried his best to convince Ling Qingyu to hire him as her bodyguard and even sweat appeared on his forehead.


    Ling Qingyu interrupted him when he was about to continue. "But even in your line of work, there are women helping you, isn''t it? Some even inbat, right?"


    Lin Fan meekly nodded.


    "Then, why are you making a fuss?" Ling Qingyu added. "Most men thought in war, men are everything. Well, it isn''t totally wrong but you have to remember, war isn''t only a fight. There are logistics, intelligence, nning, etc. Even though women are rare to be seen on the frontline, do you think they don''t serve anything?"


    Lin Fan pursed his lips. "I don''t deny it but I''m talking from my perspective. Since ancient times, only men fight, women didn''t. There had to be some fundamentals."


    Ling Qingyu listened and replied. "Several issues. Poption concern is one. Losing a man is only one but losing a woman means losing another two or more. Second, the way people were brought up psychologically¡ªwomen were meant to follow their fathers'' and husbands'' words and couldn''t make their own judgments.


    Third, men are born to be aggressive and had an easier time adapting their psychologies tobat, unlike women. Fourth, women''s physiques tend to be weaker than males. Fifth, women had some time every month when they were the weakest, unsuitable forbat scenarios."


    "So, even if I became amander in ancient times, I would make the same judgment. Despite the nullifying effects in a group fight where it didn''t make much strength difference between men and women, I''ll choose men. Easier time to train with a better foundation in physique. Rtively low cost than women where they needed care and nourishment more than men during a specific period every month.


    No need to worry about unnned pregnancy among my soldiers. Why do you want me to say more?" Ling Qingyu''s eyes glittered strangely, wondering whether her Miss System had influenced greatly that her arguments became better.


    Ling Qingyu wouldn''t say about Hua Mn''s biography since she didn''t exist in this world. Serving in the military for 12 years, hiding her identity as a man, Ling Qingyu had nothing but respect.


    Lin Fan watched dumbfounded at Ling Qingyu''s response. "Then, why do you choose women as your security rather than men."


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes. "What era do you think we''re in? Apart from some, previous historical reasons make little sense in the current era. When ites to mypany''s security, I prioritize capability, dedication and loyalty over gender. The most important reason ispatibility issues with members of the staff which my female guards probably excelled more."


    "In terms of capability, my female security team has been trained extensively and proven their skills through various challenges. Plus, I believe in empowering women and breaking stereotypes." Ling Qingyu shrugged her shoulders after she said everything.


    "Not mentioning, I''m not only providing them jobs but also a chance to prove their strength in unconventional roles."


    Lin Fan''s face remained helpless but he didn''t relent. "Ms. Ling, I agree with your views and perspectives, but given my background, I highly doubt they can match me regarding the essential abilities."


    Come on, don''t try to argue against me. Lin Fan felt bitter. How many countries around the globe, hearing his title would instantly, beg for his participation and adhere to his training method?


    His name wasn''t simple, and his wealth was uncountable.


    But here he was, having to beg just to be Ling Qingyu''s bodyguard. Lin Fan wondered how many of his oldrades wouldin.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t deny his excellence, especially from the hints given by Miss System. Sadly, what Ling Qingyu desired most was to not see his existence near her.


    It was the politeness and preserving her reputation that allowed her to control herself from saying¡ªSCRAM!

 Chapter 98: Ling Qingyu is pissed

    What made him presume himself to be the best? Ling Qingyu snorted at Lin Fan in her mind.


    She highly doubted Lin Fan couldpare with Tang Ziyi. But from the looks of the surface, it seemed Tang Ziyi was better since Lin Fan failed to detect her.


    "But I''m satisfied with my security team. They have shown women can be just as efficient, if not more, in ensuring safety and tackling challenges. I think my life is okay." Ling Qingyu spoke.


    By now if Lin Fan hadn''t realized, that Ling Qingyu understood him thoroughly and knew his hidden n all along, teasing in the dialogue, he would write his name upside down.


    Since both sides knew, Lin Fan decided to puncture the window of confusion. Lin Fan wanted to cry but had no tears.


    In this world, even with achievement and titles, there would be times, when a person didn''t give face at all.


    "Ms. Ling, please don''t reject me outright and listen to my exnation." Lin Fan said with a wry smile. "Why don''t you give me time to let me serve as your bodyguard? We''re strangers currently; as time passes I believe Ms. Ling will have an answer by then. Besides, I''m not someone who will threaten your wealth or cheat your business."


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes and replied: "Mr. Lin knew how to joke. Of course, I would never be worried about your character rtive to wealth since you act more like a shopkeeper."


    Boy, you are too young in front of me, Ling Qingyu thought.


    Lin Fan shook his head helplessly and asked. "What do you think of my offer?"


    "To be honest, I must admit I''m tempted but I will still give you ''no''." Ling Qingyu said.


    Lin Fan''s smiling expression dissipated and the air became heavy. Ling Qingyu also didn''t back down and returned the stare, her expression still gentle.


    If Tang Ziyi didn''t exist or her system didn''t exist, she might have considered Lin Fan''s offer and drained some benefits but such was life, full of miracles and uncertainties.


    No matter how much Ling Qingyu had expressed rejection, Lin Fan refused to give up, thinking a woman''s heart resembled a block of ice, which would thaw given time.


    The only problem was this ice wasn''t a conventional type but a dry ice, the solid form of carbon dioxide.


    Seeing Lin Fan wanting to persuade again, Ling Qingyu quickly added: "Even if you stay with me for a long time, the rtionship will not change apart from boss and subordinates. It''s better to be strangers between us, rather than disappointing our elders."


    "But Ms. Ling, do you really think through? Sometimes people change and how would you know whether we''ll be fine and make a good match in the future." Lin Fan said.


    "I''ve thought everything through. And I can assure you, we will never make a good match."


    "Why? Ms. Ling. Give me a reason, Let''s exempt the marriage contract for now but why our simple close connection is impossible? There are benefits too." Lin Fan almost wiped his hair off his head by scratching hard.


    "The reason is simple¡ªbecause I don''t like you staying around me and I want to continue my job without disturbance." Ling Qingyu breathed deeply and answered. Her patience was on the loose end with Lin Fan.


    "Is it because you have someone you like?" Lin Fan calmed down and asked. His eyes getting dangerous as if someone touched his private possession.


    Ling Qingyu was annoyed by his expression. How could she not understand Lin Fan''s mindset?


    "I''m not some woman who uses charm to manipte men. Having you is already breaking my way of conduct. To your question, why should I give you an answer, whether I have one or not? Everyone has their own secrets." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "Of course, I have the right to know, about my fiancee''s life." Lin Fan growled in anger.


    "Look, Mr. Lin, with all due respect I''m not yours and this marriage contract is a deal between the elders, and obeying everything elders asked for is the norm in the feudal era. I don''t want my life to be controlled by others based on a mere contract." Ling Qingyu looked disappointed.


    "How could you say that to your elders?" Lin Fan''s grimace face appeared more and more grim. read-more-at-MvLeMpYr


    Ling Qingyu didn''t say anymore because none of her points were considered. All Lin Fan had in his mind was to let her agree or stretch the timeline waiting for her to nod her head in the future.


    Why must everything go his way? Who did he think of himself? Ling Qingyu shook her head in her mind.


    "I respect them but that doesn''t make meply with whatever they asked for. I live my life on my own terms." Ling Qingyu firmly expressed her denial.


    Lin Fan''s frustration was palpable as his jaw clenched. "Ms. Ling, you''re being unreasonable; this isn''t just about us¡­"


    "Unreasonable? I think it''s more unreasonable to expect me to conform to an outdated agreement that I had no say in making. Besides, my struggle, my life, everything is through my own hands. No one can dictate to me what I do." Ling Qingyu nudged her forehead with her finger.


    If thedy was born into an aristocratic family where every necessity was provided by the family, she could understand, that there was a say by the elders. But Ling Qingyu was theplete opposite. Except for some care from her grandfather and making her path easier, she had to strive for everything by herself.


    Frankly, even without her grandfather''s hidden support, it might take time, but Ling Qingyu was certain, the end result remained the same. If the situation didn''t dwell well for her, she could create an opportunity overseas, where the rights, rules, and regtions worked on her side.


    On the contrary, even if the family provided everything for a person, it still couldn''t force its will on someone. Coercing others was a felony in modern times, highly ignored by members of the public.


    Lin Fan''s current behavior already touched the tight string of Ling Qingyu. Coercing, manipting, or taking advantage of moral values for his own use.


    Now the correct word to describe Ling Qingyu''s state of mind was pissed. She was definitely pissed.


    Did every male protagonist behave simrly? Forcing their will upon others without regard for their wishes.


    Thinking everything they did was justice while others were evils? Ling Qingyu somehow realized she had med the female protagonists in the novels too much.


    Facing these kinds of rascals without bing a rascal oneself was hard. Ling Qingyu decided to cut this matter. So what if she offended Lin Fan?


    She didn''t care now as long as she didn''t attempt to kill him, everything would be fine.


    If not for her grandfather already been dead for several years, Ling Qingyu would have dragged the old man and lifted him by the neck. Why did you leave a serious problem for your granddaughter?


    What kind of elders are you? Even after death, you didn''t leave your granddaughter a peaceful life?


    Ling Qingyu even wanted to dig the grave and whipped the corpse.


    If her dead grandfather knew her inner thoughts, he might die again of myocardial infarction. Oh no! The skeleton might even pale and turn to ashes from overloading.

 Chapter 99: Nalan Yanrans script

    In most of the novel world of arranged marriage, where male leads are divorced and betrayed, it appears female characters are the heinous viins.


    It wouldn''t be wrong to call Ling Qingyu a viin now, ungrateful and disrespectful to the elders. And most notably against the male protagonist.


    Ling Qingyu somehow had sympathy for the females in this era. The society norms were really against them and restricted their freedom.


    Back in the days when Ling Qingyu read those types of webnovels, she also felt the female characters were too much.


    The most famous one began with ''Battle through the Heaven'' and the styleter became a trend for the days toe.


    Now it wouldn''t be wrong to say she supported Nn Yanran''s movement. When the rules and society wrapped up how women should behave, she dared to break the norm.


    A sign of courage rarely seen in women around the world.


    Ling Qingyu deeply understood how Nn Yanran felt back then in the most iconic scene because she was experiencing a simr one.


    The author¡ªHeavenly Silkworm Potato¡ªdidn''t consider the perspective from the other side.


    Even then the novel became famous, hitting the top rank, and lived as a legend for years to follow.


    So much so that it showed how society viewed the issue.


    With Xiao Yan''s nonstop provocative behavior to refuse the divorce, Nn Yanran probably lost her sane mind and fell into other''s trap, causing her family to lose moral grounds.


    Everyone only thought Nn Yanran''s straightforward divorce method was wrong but one had to acknowledge the difference between the two families'' backgrounds.


    Some said she could have done it by hiding from the public; Ling Qingyu only sneered at such remarks. What''s the difference then?


    Only by divorcing, Nn Yanran could regain her shame among the public. From her perspective, rumors of her potential fiancee bing a waste spread and the Nn family faced a decrease in prestige, affecting their business and everything else. only-found-at-MVLeMpYr


    Not to mention, their family reputation was in crisis, if it weren''t for their prestigious grandfather being the first marshal, the situation could be worse.


    But did Xiao Yan see or care? No. Sometimes, in life, rights or wrongs don''t make sense as long as you win.


    Women talked behind the back, pitying her or sneering at Nn Yanran''s luck. The young girl''s heart couldn''t stand, and, moreover, she had wanted to decide her own marriage and take control of her own destiny since the start.


    Ling Qingyu only hoped Lin Fan in front didn''t say the iconic quote: ''Rivers flow 30 years to the east, and 30 years to the west. Don''t bully the young.''


    Otherwise, she might be perplexed, wondering which quotes to taunt back.


    ''Age should not have its face lifted, but it should rather teach the world to admire wrinkles as the etchings of experience and the firm line of character.'' - Ralph Bagnold


    This one seemed not bad. Whatever, Ling Qingyu felt distracted.


    But her distracted appearance agitated Lin Fan sitting opposite her, who stood up clutching the handrail.


    Seeing the person before her be more and more menacing, Ling Qingyu gulped and restrained her expression.


    But she wasn''t too worried. Holding the sses on her face soothed her anxiousness. She believed Athena already ryed the video to her confidantes.


    Certainly, her two generals would decide the time of intervention.


    Quickly realizing her situation wasn''t bad, Ling Qingyu calmed down and appeared peaceful.


    Her reaction seemed like a mockery to Lin Fan''s eyes and anger rose from inside. He controlled his expression.


    "Looking at Mr. Lin, it seems like there''s nothing left to discuss between us," Ling Qingyu said.


    "Are you not really considering the options and their feelings?" Lin Fan sounded ming her attitude.


    Ling Qingyu closed her eyes and said: "Nope! No means no. Don''t dilly-dally me around to get my yes answer. Like yours, my patience is also limited."


    Lin Fan exhaled loudly and remained silent. Ling Qingyu didn''t like the current situation; she didn''t want to infuriate the other party further when she couldn''t control her words.


    Ling Qingyu closed her eyes because Lin Fan''s previous nce frightened her and she didn''t want to lose her demeanor.


    "So, there''s no way between us," Lin Fan asked in a deep voice and saw Ling Qingyu slightly shaking her head.


    Tang Ziyi clicked the door open and showed her presence, stopping Lin Fan from continuing what he thought of.


    "Fine, I hope you don''t regret the decision." Lin Fan gave a deep look before turning away to walk out.


    Ling Qingyu had her eyes already open when she heard Tang Ziyi''s presence. She didn''t even bother looking at Lin Fan when she spoke: "I''ll never regret preferring my own freedom."


    Lin Fan''s steps paused before continuing his pace.


    "Please, send away Mr. Lin, Sister Tang." Ling Qingyu said to Tang Ziyi, who responded and closed the door.


    Ling Qingyu remained sitting, thinking nonstop. Worries and goals struggled within her heart.


    Atst, she sighed, feeling relief from the pressure. The moment Lin Fan stood tall and loomed over her, really scared the shit out of her.


    Ling Qingyu had no idea what happened but her stoic outlook, at least, prevented embarrassment.


    Having an itch inside, Ling Qingyu asked Athena to show video feeds, following Tang Ziyi and Lin Fan. Seeing that nothing happened, Ling Qingyu''s itch disappeared.


    ying back her memories, Lin Fan definitely wanted to say something to agitate her and continued to pester her, affecting her work. To be frank, her state was no longer suitable for working.


    Fortunately, Tang Ziyi came in and interrupted at a perfect moment, disrupting everything Lin Fan had brewed.


    Although Ling Qingyu had the confidence to deal with the oues, the mess would still cause headaches.


    Now she really didn''t expect any good deeds from the male protagonists. Although another wasn''t a stallion, there shouldn''t be a big difference.


    All the male protagonists had in their minds was whatever they did was right. Hypocrisy might be the best word to describe the situation.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t deny she wasn''t one of them but the level should not sink this deep like Lin Fan did.


    Until she watched Lin Fan leave the building, Ling Qingyu breathed normally. Something gentle and soft pressed her shoulders and she nced back.


    It was Xiao Yue, using her strong yet slender fingers, pressing her pressure points and causing Ling Qingyu''s stiff shoulder muscles to unconsciously rx.


    She had no idea when her muscles became stiff but she didn''t care now as she enjoyed what Xiao Yue was doing.


    Closing her eyes and forgetting about everything that happened before. It would be wrong to say, there wasn''t any effect on her after meeting with Lin Fan.


    Xiao Yue''s massage wiped away her frustration at the moment and Ling Qingyu patted Xiao Yue''s working hand to show that she was fine.


    "I''m fine now thanks to you." Ling Qingyu said.


    Xiao Yue smiled and sat down beside her. "What were you thinking too much?"


    Drawing away her sses from her face and putting them down on the table, Ling Qingyu wanted to say something but she closed her mouth.


    Wouldn''t it be shameful to admit she was scared? Wouldn''t she be looked down on by her friends in the future if she said a simple nce made her terrified?

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    Xiao Yue didn''t say anything and leaned on the couch sideways and stared at Ling Qingyu.


    But her stare said everything and Ling Qingyu controlled her face direction, trying hard not to notice it.


    Atst, Ling Qingyu gave up and nced helplessly at Xiao Yue, who showed a winning smile.


    "I was a little scared a while ago," Ling Qingyu patted her chest as she recalled the short memories.


    "A little?" Xiao Yue''s mouth curled up.


    Ling Qingyu''s face twitched and resigned. "Terrified. Okay?"


    Seeing Ling Qingyu drooping her shoulder in resignation, Xiao Yue gently held Ling Qingyu''s shoulder. "What makes you terrified? You can tell us how you feel?"


    What Xiao Yue did was the correct way to soothe someone. Only after recalling and facing forward would the cowardice disappear.


    Was Ling Qingyu a coward? Xiao Yue knew it was impossible except for the momentary experience. She likely guessed something.


    Even if she was watching the event unfold through the lens, she couldn''t feel what Ling Qingyu experienced.


    "At the beginning, everything seems as usual, routine argument, you know. But when he was certain, my rejection would never change. He stood up. I don''t know how to describe that feeling as if my whole body is pressed and hard to move. That''s why I simply close my eyes." Ling Qingyu narrated her recent situation.


    "Especially his gaze made me feel like drowning in the sea of blood. Like Shura hell."


    Xiao Yue didn''tugh or condescend Ling Qingyu''s behavior. Her expression allowed Ling Qingyu to let it all out without embarrassment.


    Xiao Yue asked if Ling Qingyu knew anything about him and listened to her description.


    "For those who walk between the lines of life and death, they possess a hidden aura. Normally, people would want to subconsciously stay away from them. There''re some who can hide but once they got emotional¡­" Xiao Yue exined.


    "So, you meant because I''m still not strong enough; that''s why I was affected by him." Ling Qingyu asked.


    Xiao Yue nodded. Hearing Xiao Yue''sfort, Ling Qingyu felt better. Anyway, what was the matter with a little setback?


    Although her manly heart was crushed in front of the real strong, Ling Qingyu''spetitiveness rose.


    So what if he had experienced a lot, Ling Qingyu also had her own edge. No one was superior to anything or anyone.


    Tang Ziyi came in and saw Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue sitting close, discussing something. Initially, Tang Ziyi wanted tough at Ling Qingyu''s situation of being troubled by a fiancee.


    A man being suppressed by a man. She must apud Ling Qingyu for not vomiting and bing nauseous.


    With that high-level mindset, Tang Ziyi gave admiration.


    Now that admiration went away when she saw the two being close together. She trusted Xiao Yue but she didn''t trust a single word out of Ling Qingyu''s mouth.


    Ling Qingyu: "¡­" ¡ª You''re just envious of my handsomeness and my beauty level surpassing yours.


    Tang Ziyi immediately ran over and hopped over the sofas, putting herself between the two. Still, her actions almost represented a perfection of stealth and skills.


    Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue were suddenly separated by Tang Ziyi who appeared out of nowhere. A literal falling out of the sky. MVLeMpYr-your-novel-source


    Studying Tang Ziyi''s expression, Ling Qingyu instantly smelled vinegar. Oh my Gosh! Gave her ten courage, she didn''t dare Xiao Yue, okay?


    Aint wasint. Ling Qingyu changed the topic and described her situation again to Tang Ziyi, who asked what she would do next.


    Lin Fan''s background was terrifying overseas but in Country C, he must still watch out. Even then, Ling Qingyu must be aware of what this narrow-minded bastard might do next.


    Preparation was of the utmost importance. And all her ns wereid down for this purpose.


    Ling Qingyu''s strings loosened as she realized she was thinking too much. One step at a time and her n wasn''t for nothing.


    But she requested Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, firmly to teach her how to protect herself. The two also agreed and supported her decision.


    The three kept on their chatter until Zhao Xiurong announced there was a meeting for Ling Qingyu.


    Almost forgot, Ling Qingyu patted her forehead helplessly.


    Today was the day she was preparing to fight these old hags. Removing them was the best solution here. Keeping the time-ticking bomb near her wouldn''t help her at all.


    Even if they threatened to sell or disrupt herpany''s situation she wasn''t worried.


    Athena''s trading hadn''t received any money transfer but the profit reported by her assured Ling Qingyu.


    But then, it would be boring if she utilized everything in her arsenal. So, let''s y by their book and see what the old hags would speak.


    Ling Qingyu also had a craving to experience what it was like to attend the shareholders'' meeting, although only the board of directors would more or less have a say in the decision.


    Well, Ling Qingyu figured out it was more like a board meeting.


    Ling Qingyu also wouldn''t have realized the difference if not for her memory fusion supplementing her and facilitating her work.


    Shareholders'' meeting as the name suggests, is a meeting where the collective shareholders discuss thepany''s arrangements and general trends or participate in the voting process for the election of the board members.


    Another term for this meeting ismonly known as a general meeting. They participate in the meeting in person or remotely.


    A board meeting is where all the members of the board elected by shareholders meet. A simple terminology should bepared with the government''s system.


    Ling Qingyu imagined the shareholders'' meeting as a Senate and director as the elected member became a minister, participating in an executive decision, while a country''sw and regtion upheld the constitution.


    That was a quick overview but sifting through her memories, Ling Qingyu almost got dizzy from sophisticated definitions and terms.


    Ling Qingyu adjusted her attire in front of the mirror, ced inside her office. Looking at the Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, Ling Qingyu smiled and asked them to rx for a while.


    The two had a general idea of what was about to happen next. Based on their knowledge, gunpowder was on the verge of explosion waiting for a spark.


    They were worried, Ling Qingyu might suffer physically if someone lost theirposure.


    Ling Qingyu cated their worries by pointing out that Su Ruomei would be present in the entire meeting. Besides, she would still wear her sses and couldmunicate with them throughout the meeting.


    Watching them leave, Ling Qingyu smiled at Zhao Xiurong, who wanted to speak but didn''t.


    She knew what her secretary intended to say. There was no Su Ruomei in her initial n.


    "Sister Zhao, please call Sister Su for me," Ling Qingyu asked sweetly.


    Zhao Xiurong nodded her head but didn''t ask why she let Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue stay away.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu wouldn''t say their presence might cause her to reminisce about today''s agitated mood and disrupt the meetings.


    If she lost her demeanor, the result wouldn''t be satisfactory. A battle for words was on the horizon.


    Ling Qingyu''s momentum surged like a beautiful yet deadly sword out of its sheath, ready to cut down any opposition. Her eyes bing more clear and there was no hesitation in her pupils.


    Zhao Xiurong, who saw all of this, prayed for the poor souls, who would suffer under Ling Qingyu''s wrath.


    Her sympathy silently lid a candle for the parties involved.

 Chapter 101: Board meeting (1)

    Inside the grand boardroom.


    The atmosphere of corporate gravity and an arena of polished wood and muted tension hung above everyone''s head.


    Therge mahogany table in an inverted U shape bore witness as it braced itself for a pivotal confrontation.


    The two conflicting aura arose within the room¡ªcalmness with the presence of opulent furniture and antiques on several ss shelves as decoration, adjusting the atmosphere to those who were sitting on the one side.


    Ling Qingyu ced many such simr pieces, showcasing the wealth and seriousness she had for herpany.


    On the other side, several nces were exchanged and nobody spoke a word; a depressing feeling brewed until the door swung open.


    Everyone stood up, seeing the identity of a visitor.


    Ling Qingyu, impably dressed in a sharp business suit, walked in briskly and sat at the head of the table.


    Zhao Xiurong and Su Ruomei took seats behind her as assistants.


    Her expression remainedposed but her eyes gleamed with steely determination. In today''s board meeting, as a chairman of Spirit Beauty & Clothing Co. Ltd., she radiated authority.


    Until she took a seat, everybody also sat down consciously, some with heavy faces, fearing the oue of the meeting.


    Before Ling Qingyu would ask them not to stand up to greet her and never allow the members of the board to proceed with etiquettes hard for the younger age to ept.


    No one was surprised at Ling Qingyu''s change in attitude. Her dissatisfaction was obvious to everyone.


    During her momentary absence, due to her unfortunate ident, a power vacuum was created and some directors attempted to seize power, given the opportunity never to see Ling Qingyu again soon.


    The recent notification to have a recent meeting astounded everyone, especially when they saw the initiator was their chairman.


    Her unexpected return from the hospital after a recent ident in good condition without any faults to point at had caught the directors off-guard.


    The coup d''¨¦tat that had been exploiting Ling Qingyu''s absence was now impossible. Those who participated in the process clicked their tongues in pity, while those who didn''t were relieved and felt fortunate they weren''t involved in the first ce.


    Unlike the four directors, who possessed arger proportion amount of shares and didn''t fear Ling Qingyu''s retaliation, most of them were frightened since they only had a small percentage.


    Especially those who coborated with the four strongest directors. Everyone was clearly aware of Ling Qingyu''s biography.


    Anyone who crossed her would never have a good ending, even though byw, nothing should happen; but this was Ling Qingyu, they were talking about.


    She made her opponents live a life worse than death or than being persecuted byw.


    Everyone exchanged calcting nces and decided to choose their words carefully, to avoid agitating the angry tigress further.


    All of this was captured in Ling Qingyu''s eyes. Every expression and hiddenmunication between the directors was obvious to her.


    Athena''s sses pinpointed every single behavior and calcted a rough judgment of their emotions and thoughts. Ling Qingyu wore a lie detector.


    An absolute cheating device during an interacting banquet. Along with Ling Qingyu''s experience, there was nothing hidden in front of her.


    As she took in the faces of the directors in the board meeting, Ling Qingyu''s icy gaze lingered on the four most prestigious directors¡ªLi Wei, Huang Mei, Zhang Hao, and Gu Qing.


    Seeing them stillcent in their expressions without remorse, Ling Qingyu sneered. She wasn''t going to tolerate these four any longer. She hoped these old hags liked the surprise she left for them.


    Of course, Huang Mei was the exception within the group or more normal in Ling Qingyu''s opinion.


    Ling Qingyu had been reluctantly tolerating andpromising with these four old members as they were also once the support for the birth of Spiritpany.


    In addition, her grandfather introduced these men to her to facilitate her work. Ling Qingyu could only give a wry smile to her dead grandfather who always left her with problems after problems.


    "Ladies and gentlemen," Ling Qingyu began, her voice carrying amanding tone, "I''m back, fullymitted to driving ourpany forward in spite of challenges. I trust you''ve managed the ship well during my absence."


    All the directors sensed an irony in theter part of her speech. But Li Wei, thepany''s CFO, leaned forward, his expression smug.


    "Chairman Ling, we''ve managed quite well in your absence, don''t you think? In fact, some of us now are convinced that collective leadership might be more effective, given what we experience. To be frank, please don''t let your views rely on the news, ourpany situation isn''t as bad as many spected."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyebrow raised at his remarks. How dare he say this out?


    Wasn''t anyone clear whose merit ensured thepany ran smoothly despite obstacles? Apart from soap operas to remove or lessen her authority, what did they do?


    If not for Zhao Xiurong''s contribution and her help behind the scenes virtually, the question of whether thepany''s existence was in dilemma.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes narrowed slightly, as she replied. "While I appreciate your efforts during my recovery, please do remember the vision and strategy that have created Spirit Beauty & Clothing. Who had designed all of this; my position is not up for discussion." read-on-NovelFire


    Huang Mei cleared her throat and chimed in, attempting to regain some semnce of control. "Chairman Ling, we''ve had to make certain decisions in your absence to ensure thepany''s stability."


    Ling Qingyu''s lips curved into a cold smile, her eyes glinting with calction and mockery. "Stability, you say, Mrs. Huang. Everyone?"


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes traveled across the board members, who also avoided her gaze but their expressions seemingly agreeing with Huang Mei''s words.


    "Stability is not achieved by undermining thepany''s very foundation, especially striving for my abdication now and before." Ling Qingyu''s gaze locked into each director''s face as she spoke.


    Gu Ling interrupted politely after Ling Qingyu finished speaking. "We just want to ensure stability, Chairman Ling. There wasn''t the slightest thought of removing you from the board. In order to guarantee thepany runs normally, we initiate a collective process to unite everyone to tackle the problem arising due to your ident.


    You''ve been through a lot; you might need time to adjust yourself and maybe it''s time to consider delegating more."


    A murmur of agreement rippled through the room causing, Ling Qingyu''s grip, hidden under the table on the wooden armrest carved in dragons and phoenix sculptures, tightened.


    She disallowed her authority to be undermined, not after building everything from nothing herself.


    With the four most prestigious taking the lead, some regained their courage and began their quiet discussion.


    The tension escted and the pressure was on. Ling Qingyu''s anger or disappointment was disyed obscurely in her eyes.


    "Delegation is important," Ling Qingyu recollected her words carefully, to avoid ruining her reputation by cursing out at her board members. "But let''s not confuse delegation with abdication here. I''ve trusted my team and arranged them meticulously if something goes wrong in the chain. What happened?"


    "Even if I''m gone, the system is supposed to work wlessly after a slight obstacle and new challenges, provided everyone does their work. Instead, you use precious time, only thinking of ways and creating ideas for your own selfish agendas and benefits.


    I have to admit, it''s pure luck that there isn''t any embezzlement in mypany with those mindsets¡­Or is it really?" Ling Qingyu''s voice reverberated across the room.


    The power struggle was no longer veiled and Ling Qingyu epted the direct challenge.


    Zhang Hao spoke next, his voice measured. "Chairman Ling, your worry doesn''t exist; no one doubts your aplishments. Perhaps your system might have some ws when tested in reality. But times change, and adaptability is key. We believe a more coborative approach¡ª"


    "¡ªWill lead to our downfall, with the mindset of yours." Ling Qingyu interrupted, her tone sharper now. "Coboration is essential, but a ship cannot have multiple captains. Thispany thrived under my leadership, and it will continue to do so."


    The room fell silent again, the weight of the confrontation pressing upon them all. Ling QIngyu leaned forward, her arms over the smooth wooden surface, her gaze piercing each director.


    "Let''s be clear," she dered, "thispany''s my life''s work. I''ve poured my heart and soul into it, and I won''t stand by while its direction ispromised. I will continue to lead, and those who are not aligned with our goals are wee to leave."


    The tension was palpable as Ling Qingyu''s words hung in the air. The previously confident directors had uncertain expressions. Ling Qingyu''s resolve and authority were undeniable, her determination unshakable.


    The directors who had bad minds were shaken to the core by her speech, except for Li Wei''s group.

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    The fourmunicated silently and were aware that they couldn''t continue to follow Ling Qingyu''s rhythm.


    They must disrupt it now, or else there would be no such opportunity anymore.


    Ling Qingyu''s prestige was enough to thwart all their ns and it seemed the next n should suffice.


    Li Wei cleared his throat and asked as if making a final decision. "Chairman Ling, is there no room for negotiation regarding delegation issues."


    Ling Qingyu interlocked her fingers and answered. "I think I have delegated enough, Mr. Li. But if the delegation you''re implying meant something else other than what we agreed, I''m afraid the answer is no. There is no negotiation for that matter."


    Li Wei''s expression didn''t change but replied in a regretful tone. "I''m afraid, I''ll have to offend our chairman for what''s about to happen next."


    Huang Mei showed an apologetic face, unbearable to bully someone, the age of her granddaughter.


    "It''s a pity," Zhang Hao whispered as he shook his head.


    "I''m sorry, Chairman Ling. As a friend of old man Ling, we definitely wanted to take care of you, but the situation calls for our intervention. Extreme situations require extreme measures." Gu Ling said.


    Every director straightened their backs, seeming to have made a major decision. The hesitant air had dissipated.


    There were 10 directors on the board and not one of them sided with her; Ling Qingyu eyed them and waited for their action.


    It would be too impolite for her to refuse to watch the stage yed by her colleague directors. She closed her eyes, calming herself, somehow pitying her predecessor.


    What she had done and had struggled was all for naught. The saying that working with strangers was better than with friends or rtives proved to be correct in her scenario.


    All of their bodynguage and words exined everything. Ling Qingyu''s corners of the mouth curled up in disdain at their pretense.


    Except for Huang Mei who surprisingly to Ling Qingyu, didn''t desire to overthrow her position, none of the old hags rted to her grandfather Ling, seemed to really take care of her.


    Huang Mei, in Ling Qingyu''s memory at least, had taught her some of the business matters in the elite circle. It wasn''t wrong for Ling Qingyu to address her as a mentor.


    "Oh! I''m curious. What measures are we going to discuss then?" Ling Qingyu showed a yful smile.


    "As one of the board members, I propose to temporarily remove Ling Qingyu from the chairman post on ount of failing to delegate the tasks and jeopardizing thepany. This will remain in effect until the general meeting, where we will collectively decide on the new chairman. We all should be aware that decentralizing is a must, especially after what we have gone through.


    Let''s vote for the measure to take effect; those who agree raise your hands. I hope the measure will save thepany from future crisis." Li Wei nced at Ling Qingyu and expressed his position to all board members.


    Ling Qingyu sneered at Li Wei''s remarks in her mind but her expression remained stoic, causing other directors to be unsure of their stance.


    Li Wei''s words contained righteousness as if to save thepany from peril. Didn''t Ling Qingyu understand clearly the reason why Li Wei wanted to remove her?


    After a few seconds, Zhang Hao and Gu Ling raised their hands, agreeing with Li Wei''s statement.


    "I''m sorry, Chairman Ling. It''s all to save thepany. Please forgive us." Zhang Hao said with a reluctant face.


    "Although Mr. Li''s measure is too extreme, our situation requires someone to be a viin." Gu Ling added from the side.


    They had already discussed the situation but were still acting like they just decided in a moment.


    Every political arena was exactly a ywright. People had alreadyposed behind the scenes and actors would follow the scripts and improvise based on the circumstances.


    Ling Qingyu wondered if she was in a TV drama series, where she became a monarch and powerful ministers around her were begging together, pressuring the helpless king or coercing him too.


    "Please think twice, your majesty!"


    "Please think twice, your majesty!" x n times. Ministers bowed and knelt down to coerce the monarch to retract his decision.


    Perhaps, Ling Qingyu should have thrown the things on the desk over and eximed. "You, insolent ministers. I, the king, did everything for the country."


    Perhaps, Ling Qingyu yed too deep that she almost hallucinated. Gathering the jumping thought, Ling Qingyu leaned back and watched the actors, her icy gaze threatened other directors into a dilemma.


    She didn''t interrupt their y and patiently studied for her next decision, to see who was against her and who supported her.


    When it was really Huang Mei''s turn, despite already being informed, she hesitated. On the one side, she watched over and personally taught some of her experience to the little girl to grow up into a titan.


    On the other side, her business connections and investments were ovepped with the other three. She must take a stance and finally choose interest over her emotions.


    Now it seemed four of them already raised the issues further. There was no turning back. -read-first


    The rest of the directors must offend one side of the party. People chose the most advantageous path and the voting process went the same way.


    Four more directors raised their hands to show their position. Only two remained, not willing to express their decision.


    Seeing that eight directors, who had expressed their opinion,y their gloomy eyes over the remaining two, they were helpless.


    Since eight out of them had agreed with the proposition, the two could only follow suit to avoid offending the rest of the board members.


    Rather than offending several people, it was better to offend Ling Qingyu, whose position was currently in peril.


    In their opinion, her chairperson position was long gone. It was useless for her to revenge.


    Of course, in the directors'' hearts, they didn''t want to give Ling Qingyu a chance to recover.


    They knew how talented she was based on her decision and strategy to run thepany. Her ruthlessness against her enemy had opened a path for herpany to survive.


    After the meeting, everyone except Huang Mei had decided unanimously in their mind to suppress Ling Qingyu.


    Li Wei, Zhang Hao, Gu Ling, and the rest exhaled in relief. Ling Qingyu kept her mouth closed during the entire process without any disturbance, which rang rms in their minds.


    Only now after everyone hade to the same decision, their worries dissipated.


    Zhao Xiurong gripped hard on her pen, hating the men and women inside the room for betrayal. Remembering Ling Qingyu''s request and keeping it as a secret measure, Zhao Xiurong''s face didn''t crack and she resumed control over her emotions.


    Su Ruomei''s expression turned ugly as she witnessed the pce fight scene for the throne unfold before her very eyes.


    Worries brew within her heart and she studied Ling QIngyu and Zhao Xiurong carefully.


    After noticing Ling Qingyu''s face didn''t change at all or should she say she felt, Ling Qingyu regarded them as clowns, Su Ruomei breathed in deep air.


    "10 out of 11 members had voted to pass this notion. Based on the shares each member possessed¡ªthe total amount of collective shares made up 36 percent of thepany. The percentage vote in favor of removing Chairman Ling is 8 votes. 8 against 7. The minority obeys the majority. Any refutations from Chairman Ling?" Li Wei spoke sonorously and with pride because the victory was near his grasp.


    The way percentage vote worked in Ling Qingyu''spany was roughly based on shares¡ªevery 5 percent meant one vote. For example, 5.1 percent or 6 percent meant having 2 votes.


    It wasn''t legal but it still represented the majority''s opinion without relying too much on the shares percentage so that the less influential people could have a say.


    Ling Qingyu invented this voting method and, ironically, the river now flowed against her.


    All eyes were upon Ling Qingyu, whose expression remained steadfast without anger or frustration, astonishing every director.


    Her eyes were still deadly clear but her gaze terrified the directors to avoid looking at her. Even though based on the situation, Ling Qingyu had no remedy, her prestige hung over their heads.


    Li Wei and Zhang Hao had been discussing behind the scenes in the past few days during Ling Qingyu''s absence. They had tempted and coerced other directors, including Huang Mei, who was the closest to Ling Qingyu to their side.


    Gu Ling added from the sideline, after seeing Ling Qingyu silent. "Chairman Ling, although the votes against you didn''t have an absolutendslide some of our shareholders also uphold the same view as us. You can look at their signature on the papers."


    Ling Qingyu received the paper handed over by Gu Ling and studied it carefully. She recognized some of the names.


    It appeared their intent to remove her was very strong. Gu Ling''s move was to show that Ling Qingyu shouldn''t resist and ept the proposal, signing the resignation letter and earning the amount behind the scenes.


    Otherwise, the battle might be transferred to the general meeting where Ling Qingyu would lose face and fame in the public. By disying the lists of shareholders'' names, Gu Ling''s message was simple.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu didn''t mind even losing because she already had sufficient money and background to start anew and a bigger behemoth.


    But why should she? Especially this would be disrespectful to her predecessor and who said she was losing?


    Ling Qingyu knew this might happen and prepared beforehand. Every step she took had been calcted meticulously.


    Zhao Xiurong, behind her, had her eyes brightened when she realized her boss had already envisioned this would happen.


    Thinking of the days, Zhao Xiurong scolded Ling Qingyu for wasting too much money, she regretted her mouth. Fortunately, Ling Qingyu continued with her decision regardless of her secretary''s reluctance.


    Now that she had finished ying the role of an audience, wouldn''t it be unfulfilling if she didn''t return the favor?


    "That wouldn''t be necessary," Ling Qingyu finally spoke, causing the other members in the room to sigh in relief, thinking she had given up. "This kind of ineffective voting procedure shouldn''t disturb the shareholders."


    Frankly, Ling Qingyu estimated her own shares amounted to 65 or more percent of thepany''s total. Since no one knew about her realities, they made a mistake or they didn''t expect Ling Qingyu''s counterattack to be so swift.


    Gasps reverberated in the room, convinced that Ling Qingyu had gone insane in the face of reality to deny their votes.


    Their face showed pity at Ling Qingyu''s reaction. Ling Qingyu smiled back and turned to Zhao Xiurong. "Sister Zhao, would you please deliver the papers to notify everyone of my possession since it appears our colleagues'' news outlets aren''t up to date yet."

 Chapter 103: Board meeting (3)

    Ling Qingyu''s cruel smile frightened all the directors here, pausing their hands from reaching the papers handed over by Zhao Xiurong.


    Their hands felt like a knife hanging over their skin, just a little before cutting them over.


    Sharpness and stress conflicted in their consciousness.


    Ling Qingyu folded her arms and leaned back, stretching her spine in the process. She was calmly smiling at the panicking directors.


    All the board members had worried faces, especially when the papernded on the desk before them.


    No one dared to have a look to the point that Ling Qingyu became bored.


    "The reason why I said your votes are ineffective is written on the paper." Ling Qingyu spoke unceremoniously. "I''ve recently acquired a substantial portion of thepany''s shares enough to give me a majority stake in both board and general meetings."


    Gasps of surprises rippled through the room, and the directors exchanged incredulous looks. Ling Qingyu had subtly shifted the bnce of power without their knowledge.


    No, every director thought, if what Ling Qingyu said was the truth, they were doomed to fail from the beginning.


    This meeting was the test of their loyalty, not a coup drama they expected. Unwilling to believe the result, the directors all grasped the papers and scrutinized everything, trying to find faults, at least, tofort themselves the paper was forged.


    Reading the sentences over and over again until everyone swallowed the bitter pill. The arrow was on the loose and there wasn''t any remedy to save themselves.


    "Chairman Ling," Li Wei spoke, attempting to regain control of the situation, "we believe that a change in leadership structure¡ª"


    "¡ªis precisely what I have in mind," Ling Qingyu interjected, a subtle smile ying at the corner of her lips. "Come to think of the entire problem, it''s true we have a leadership problem and I intend to address this issue in today''s meeting."


    Chill ran through every director''s spine and their face frozen from fear. Li Wei, Zhang Hao, and Gu Ling had their fingers trembling.


    Huang Mei, despite knowing the bad ends, rarely smiled in relief, her eyes gentle and soft as if watching her child already grow up and soar into the sky.


    Tears welled in her eyes and felt satisfied at Ling Qingyu''s response.


    Su Ruomei and Zhao Xiurong felt their bodies rx, after clearly seeing Ling Qingyu''s victory on sight.


    "As a result," Ling Qingyu continued, "I believe it''s in our best interest to undergo a change in directorship. I will be appointing new directors who align with ourpany''s vision in the future."


    Li Wei, Zhang Hao and Gu Ling exchanged nces from shock to disbelief. Their coup had failed miserably before it even fully materialized.


    Some of the directors were beginning to suspect if Ling Qingyu''s ident was true. After all, Ling Qingyu''s image of an old fox who yed people like puppets attached to the strings was spread around the circle.


    Gu Ling''s voice stammered in desperation. "Chairman Ling, we were only trying to ensure thepany''s stability in your absence."


    Ling Qingyu snorted and gazed at Gu Ling, whose expression appeared grim. "Stability cannot be achieved through a power struggle. It requires unity and a sharedmitment to our goals."


    Li Wei''s group sighed in regret at their unsessful attempt. The worst situation for them was to lose the membership of the board and earn money behind the scenes.


    Maybe sometimeter, they could make aeback although the possibility was very slim since Ling Qingyu owned 65 percent of thepany''s shares.


    Ling Qingyu restructuring board members didn''t cost them too much. It was a pity, thispany would no longer be in their hands.


    "Is there any rejection of this conclusion?" Ling Qingyu mocked her group of directors, and most of them paled. "I''ll notify the names of the new directors, on behalf of the majority of the shareholders'' opinion."


    Her ironic words bit into their ears since everything was foregone. Their only expectation was for Ling Qingyu to adjourn the meeting.


    Unfortunately, Ling Qingyu had more ns in mind. Their disappointment could only grow. Nobody refuted Ling Qingyu''s proposal of reshuffling the board members.


    To be honest, Ling Qingyu somehow was aware the coup would happen if she returned to thepanyter and requested Zhao Xiurong for help to facilitate buying shares.


    It was like an instinct of her to avoid and prepare for the other''s ill intent. It wouldn''t be wrong to say, she foresaw everything and the conspiracy of Li Wei''s group was utterly useless.


    Some would ask what would she do if there wasn''t any system to provide her with wealth. Very simple, threatening others¡ªparticrly important members¡ªthrough legal measures. These directors had some dirty hands, Ling Qingyu had already investigated.


    Exploiting them in time could turn the tide in her favor. But Ling Qingyu must thank her system as she now had more options.


    "Since ourpany deserves a fresh start, unburdened by past conflicts," Ling Qingyu sent her smile to everyone. But her smile seemed more like a devil''s whisper. "I''ll continue a second proposal. A liquidation process."


    The directors were stunned again and lost their voices. Faces paled as the implications of Ling Qingyu''s words sank in.


    As expected of the title of ruthless queen in the business world, they should never expect mercy from her. Cutting the root of the grass was her conventional method.


    Li Wei stammered, his voice tinged with disbelief. "Liquidation? That would¡ª"


    "Yes, that would effectively sever all connections you have with thepany," Ling Qingyu interrupted his sentence and finished it. "Don''t worry. The process will ensure a fair valuation of your share, and thepany will buy them back."


    Don''t worry my foot, the directors cursed back in their minds. These words were no different from killing them directly.


    Gu Ling''s eyes widen at the realization. "You want to remove us from thepany altogether?"


    Ling Qingyu''s gaze remained steady. "It''s the most prudent way to guarantee thepany''s future without the cloud of past disagreements."


    Zhang Hao''s expression tightened, his voice growing sharp. "Chairman Ling, this is too extreme. We can negotiate better terms without sufficing acrimony¡ª"


    "I assure you, the terms will be fair and in ordance with legal procedures and the contracts we signed since the founding of thispany." Ling Qingyu asserted. "Thepany''s well-being is my priority, and I believe that a fresh start is necessary."


    Hearing her words, Zhao Xiurong and Su Ruomei covered their mouths, controlling their peals ofughter but their quivering shoulders already expressed their moods.


    The rest of the directors hadints¡ªthis was a naked revenge without a waste of time. Who believed the mouth of a single person inside this room?


    Everyone expressed righteousness but their acts served like swords to cutoff the opponents.


    One of the directors outside of Li Wei''s group clenched his fists and pounded the desk, drawing everyone''s eyes. "You''re cutting us outpletely?"


    Ling Qingyu nodded, her tone unwavering. "I ammitted to moving forward with a team that shares thepany''s vision and values."


    Even Huang Mei, watching from the sidelines, had her eyelids twitched. Miss Ling Qingyu, you were too deep in the act.


    She must even admit her skills were inferior to Ling Qingyu''s of disying righteousness.


    Li Wei''s voice trembled with a mixture of anger and resignation. "This is a hostile move, Chairman Ling."


    Ling Qingyu leaned forward, her eyes intense, ring at each member of the board. "My decision is final; your refusals have no effects and will not be epted."


    Li Wei stood up, losing hisposure, and yelled. "This move is outrageous. There is no way we''re gonna ept this. It''s a tant dictatorship. No organization going through such autocratic waysst long."


    Su Ruomei''s eyes narrowed at the old man''s behavior but wasn''t surprised by the way Ling Qingyu had acted throughout the meeting.


    If she were to rece him, she might be worse,pletely resorting to violence.


    "Nothingsts," Ling Qingyu retorted. "In this world, nothingsts forever. And I have to disagree with your usation, Mr. Li. I detest autocracy and wouldn''t practice this school of thought. In fact, my move is to centralize so that thepany strengthens its unity and efficiency."


    Ling Qingyu also craved tosh out like Li Wei did but must prevent herself from following suit.


    Her reputation and prestige would be attacked if the rumors spread across the circle. This was also the reason why she still acted and shouted slogans like ''righteousness''.


    Her every move felt like being monitored despite no recording tools avable in the room. But words spread out of the mouth.


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    Li Wei couldn''t listen any longer and pointed his finger at Ling Qingyu. "You''re misusing thepany''s authorities for your own good. This is a tant exploitation from the seat of the chairman and abhorred by the entire circle. If not for the face of your grandpa, where would we support yourpany in its infancy."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes chilled the onlookers as she spoke with emphasis. "Don''t bring the senior culture to press over me, Mr. Li. It is the respect I held for my grandfather that I tolerated your various acts until now. Even then I''m still merciful. If you don''t toast my wine, I''ll move on to my next step."


    The room quieted down after Ling Qingyu and Li Wei shed. Both fought with each other''s momentum until Ling Qingyu slid the folders in her hand to Li Wei.


    "If not for Grandpa''s face, you would have no time to jump like a clown in front of me," Ling Qingyu''s words were merciless. "Including you and you."


    Zhang Hao and Gu Ling were included out of nowhere. Huang Mei''s corner of the mouth twitched.


    Li Wei looked down but didn''t open the folder and asked. "What''s inside?"


    "You''ll regret it if you don''t take a look at it. You too." Ling Qingyu replied. Thetter part of her sentence was meant for Zhang Hao and Gu Ling.


    While these men stood up and read the paper inside the folder together, Ling Qingyu dered. "By the decision of the board, I represent the majority''s wish¡ªRemoving the directors in the case of abusing power, disregarding thepany''s life and death for selfish reasons, exploiting loopholes, and being irresponsible for the duty the board member must adhere to.


    I, as Chairman, will temporarily take charge of the board until the election of shareholders resumes. Any objections?"


    Of course, there were! Too many¡ªthe directors had the same thought in their minds. For the first time, their vibrations rang at the same frequency.


    But rejection was useless since Ling Qingyu dered the percentage of her shares. And everyone decided to stay back to avoid Ling Qingyu''s barrel.


    Although liquidation hurt them, no oneined at Ling Qingyu.


    What if there was another guillotine on their necks? They could swear to Heaven¡ªif Ling Qingyu always didn''t have a way, let there be thunder upon them.

 Chapter 104: Absolute victory

    Ling Qingyu watched the directors leave in despair except for Huang Mei, who was still in her seat.


    Li Wei, Zhang Hao, and Gu Ling epted her deals, gritting their teeth, after seeing the threats contained in the folders.


    Of course, it wasn''t a threat but more like an exposure of bad deedsmitted by their rtives.


    The other directors dared not say a word. Didn''t they see Li Wei''s strongest trio give up?


    Ling Qingyu showed everyone she didn''t mind the full battle since the losses weren''t from her party.


    The rest of the directors could only tuck their tails between their legs and ran away. Only Ling Qingyu remained on the board and the consequences should be the public trust would wane a little before she achieved something miraculous again.


    Thepany''s value might drop after this event but it would only be temporary before it grew bigger than prior to its peak.


    The temporary weakness was worth it, in Ling Qingyu''s opinion. Also, the reason why she vied so much to remove the pests from the board was to prevent others from exploiting herpany.


    Yes, she described the directors as pests. To most bystanders, although removing their directorships seemed sufficient, Ling Qingyu understood it was never enough.


    She must never give a chance for her enemy to take advantage. Who knew whether Li Wei''s trio might sell their shares to her enemies silently without her knowledge and lead thepany to aplete copse?


    Only fools would give the slightest chance to her enemies and that didn''t include Ling Qingyu, obviously.


    Recollecting her thoughts, Ling Qingyu discovered Huang Mei remained seated in her position, looking at her with a smile.


    The elder woman''s smile contrasted the circumstances and Ling Qingyu asked. "Madam Huang, it''s not that I don''t give a face to the elder¡ª"


    "¡ªIt''s fine. I understand perfectly. I''m grateful for your maturity and your method." Huang Mei replied, not caring about Ling Qingyu''s rudeness during the meeting.


    The onlyint was Ling Qingyu''s thick skin. Even as a female, Huang Mei apuded the woman, whose age was simr to her granddaughter, for this trait.


    "Actually, I can still allow your shares in ourpany but the directorship is a no though," Ling Qingyu proposed.


    Thinking back to the old times when Huang Mei taught her everything about the circle, Ling Qingyu''s face eased as she said.


    Huang Mei''s expression also weakened and sighed helplessly. "Thank you for your concern. But please don''t make an exception for me. I don''t want to be targeted by others."


    Ling Qingyu blushed and said again. "My apology, I should have perceived from your perspective. How about you invest the money again in my new project, which is a secret at the moment? Don''t worry, when you''re going to invest, I''ll disy everything."


    Huang Mei also paused and looked closely at Ling Qingyu''s eyes. She nodded after a while, seemingly having made a decision. "You can give me a call at that time. We''ll be seeingter then."


    Ling Qingyu also stood up and walked alongside with Huang Mei to the exit. Although Huang Mei voted against her, she didn''t me this elder because one must have knowledge after entering this circle, people only saw interests.


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    When they were about to be separated, Huang Mei grasped her shoulders gently and patted them, smiling at her before leaving.


    Su Ruomei, beside her, now exhibited a giddy mood, after seeing Ling Qingyu sessfully thwart the conspiracies against the Spirit Beauty & Clothingpany and outmaneuver everyone.


    Even though it wasn''t her n and Su Ruomei didn''t participate in the event, Su Ruomei felt very great as if she was the victor.


    Ling Qingyu and Zhao Xiurong smiled warmly at Su Ruomei''s childish behavior. It could be clearly seen, that Su Ruomei had enough of these directors making a stumbling block for thepany, particrly for Ling Qingyu.


    Once Ling Qingyu lost control of thepany, everything inside thepany would change tremendously.


    The heartwarming scene of colleagues'' interaction without pretense and without exploiting one another would be abolished.


    Although true equality was hard to achieve in any ce, Ling Qingyu had allowed her subordinates to, at least, maintain their dignity and self-respect.


    These qualities would be gone if Ling Qingyu wasn''t in control of thepany anymore. The scene of parachuting their rtives and bullying other workers might be a reality.


    Bullying, coercing, and threatening¡ªnone of those existed in Spirit Beauty & Clothing Co. Ltd..


    However, there were a few rotten fish, as any organization did. Ling Qingyu was also helpless with the issues but she had already mitigated the problems from growing.


    Where there is water, there will be rivers andkes.


    Unlike others, Ling Qingyu''s hand prevented the cases from worsening. Su Ruomei could explicitly attest to others, that working under Ling Qingyu was definitely safer for women.


    No sexual harassment, no exploitation by males in the leadership position.


    Okay, it might be Ling Qingyu''s example or deterrence but Su Ruomei also thought they were part of the reasons.


    In front of fierce female guards, if one dared tomit crimes, Su Ruomei could only shed tears for the perpetrator.


    It was no different from courting death. Men and women cooperated seamlessly in thepany and the harmony was hard fought.


    If this was to be destroyed, Su Ruomei didn''t know where she could find another simr existence.


    Patiently watching Su Ruomei walk away, Ling Qingyu understood her mood. Perhaps, her subordinates might have a simr worry for today''s event.


    But she could see the belief and idolization in their eyes whenever they looked at her. Ling Qingyu sometimes even wondered if she entered the wrong industry.


    Her fight, today, would not disappoint their expectation and trust. Ling Qingyu was certain by now, that her subordinates would follow her orders without hesitation.


    Her skills and foresight had conquered everyone in thepany.


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    The two women''s heels rubbed the marble floor as Ling Qingyu and Zhao Xiurong walked back together and were preparing to eat lunch back in their own office.


    Her secretary Zhao didn''t know and followed her along. Usually, by this time, Ling Qingyu would eat in the canteen downstairs or purchase a takeaway.


    Ling Qingyu nned this way initially but this morning her butler Lin Xiao told Ling Qingyu, they could send lunch from the manor.


    Hearing this good news, Ling Qingyu nodded without any rebuttals. Her hired chefs were much better than the ones in the canteen.


    Since she had money, why refuse to enjoy and spoil herself.


    Perhaps, because of the arrival of many purchased cars, Lin Xiao was eager to enjoy this service.


    Since the manor servants had ess to transportation now, they made use of one to satisfy their Mistress.


    Before entering her office, Ling Qingyu sensed a vibration,ing from her purse. Someone was likely calling her.


    Her hand reached inside the purse for her phone and opened the screen.


    It was an unfamiliar number.


    Strange, Ling Qingyu thought. Her phone number wasn''t easily shared with others and strangers weren''t likely to get ess to her.


    After some hesitation, she answered the call.


    "Hello, who''s calling this number?"


    "¡­" There was no reply but she could hear some deep breathing sounds and ruffling of the papers or stics.


    "If you don''t answer, I''ll hang up then," Ling Qingyu was about to put down the phone from her ears when a male voice appeared.


    "It''s me."

 Chapter 105: Lessons to arrogance

    "It''s me." A male voice came out of the speaker.


    Ling Qingyu guessed the caller''s identity through his voice but she decided to pretend she didn''t know.


    Since this guy wanted to talk pretentiously and made a mysterious entrance, Ling Qingyu must thwart his act.


    She abhorred these types of people who always behaved from a top-down sentiment and would never give them face.


    "Okay, if you want to keep pretending, I''ll hang up," Ling Qingyu replied.


    "¡­Wait!" The voice sounded pissed but Ling Qingyu ended the call straightaway. She found Zhao Xiurong throwing a weird nce and shrugging at her secretary.


    "A bastard who likes mystery. I give him a small lesson," Ling Qingyu exined her action.


    Zhao Xiurong had her mouth twitched from seeing Ling Qingyu''s style but nodded and opened the door. A female staff stepped forward and whispered in her ears.


    Ling Qingyu nced at Zhao Xiurong for an answer. Zhao Xiurong said, "I got a call from the reception that your home has delivered the lunch."


    To be frank, Zhao Xiurong was surprised Ling Qingyu had now behaved in a healthy lifestyle on time, no matter how constricted the schedule was.


    "Probably by the cooks in the manor. I believe they have cooked more, enough for several of us." Ling Qingyu said.


    She requested the previous staff member to bring the meals and invite Tang Ziyi''s duo to her room. The female staff nodded and happily went for her request.


    Very few received ''please'' from their boss, Ling Qingyue. So, the staff was naturally delighted to show her good face.


    "I''m d to have a taste too," Zhao Xiurong''s brows softened after hearing Ling Qingyu bring the meals cooked by her manor chef.


    Although Zhao Xiurong missed the meals during herst visit, she understood Ling Qingyu''s character.


    If Ling Qingyu preferred her house chef to the restaurant, it must be because her personal chef was better without a doubt.


    Who didn''t like to enjoy their life? Zhao Xiurong was no exception.


    Ling Qingyu''s conversation with Zhao Xiurong was disturbed by her ringing phone. She expressed an apology to her secretary. "Excuse me."


    She picked up and answered the call, striding toward her chair. "Hello."


    Since it was the same number, Ling Qingyu only replied with a monotonous tone. Sitting down on the chair, Ling Qingyu turned her torso toward the outside view, crossing her feet.


    "Can''t you give me some face to me?" The man asked, probably grinding his teeth.


    "Oh! You are still the same. Have you adjusted the mood? If not don''t worry, I can give you more time." Ling Qingyu said calmly but her hand holding the handrail of the chair gripped harder.


    "Wait, wait! Young one, always hot-blooded. Can I not even call my daughter for a conversation?" The old voice sounded tired.


    "Since the day you''ve disappointed our mother and daughter, I don''t even want to talk with you," Ling Qingyu replied. "Being able to speak now is the greatest tolerance and face, I have given to you."


    "Alright, alright. Let''s not talk about the past. How''s your injury and your health?" The man asked after sighing out, depressed.


    "When did you start to care about me, Mr. Ling? Okay¡­ you have never asked about my well-being in the past years and it seems pig flies today with your inquiry." Ling Qingyu mocked her father.


    "I heard about your ident and I''m worried about you." Ling Muchen continued his questions, not disturbed by Ling Qingyu''s chiding.


    "Oh! If you''re worried, you should havee and met me in person and asked these questions. Or you could have tried to contact me when I was in hospital¡­How many days have passed? Huh?" Ling Qingyu wasn''t easily persuaded.


    "My apologies, my daughter. It''s your sister''s problem giving me a headache to solve that I didn''t know about your situation." Ling Muchen calmly exined.


    "¡­" Ling Qingyu didn''t speak because this reason should likely be the truth ording to Athena''s words¡ªLing Yunxiang''s mess, didn''t she understand the situation?


    "I''m not your daughter and it''s best if you stopped calling me in the future." Ling Qingyu spoke after a short pause.


    "You already inherit my surname. Your birth certificate proves I''m your father."


    "That''s byw but I''m not epting you yet. I don''t mind changing my namepletely to Country F style, input my ancestry following my mother." Ling Qingyu retorted, her fingers nking the furniture.


    Zhao Xiurong immediately realized who was on the other side of the line based on Ling Qingyu''s reaction.


    Although she appearedposed, it was likely turmoil on the inside.


    A knock and a door partially opened with a head slightly in. It was the previous female staff, peering at Zhao Xiurong, who gestured for her toe in.


    She nodded and strode in carrying lunchboxes. Behind her, another two females in a simple dress followed with another several boxes.


    Zhao Xiurong guessed they were from Ling Qingyu''s manor. She signaled them to keep quiet with her finger over her mouth.


    The others were stunned until they heard Ling Qingyu''s aggressive words. They understood Ling Qingyu was arguing with someone over the phone and naturally obliged Zhao Xiurong''s request.


    After they ced the boxes on the ss table between the sofas, Zhao Xiurong expressed her gratitude in ce of Ling Qingyu. No one made a loud noise to avoid disturbing Ling Qingyu''s argument over the phone.


    Zhao Xiurong waved off her hands to leave, causing the three women to stare wryly at one another.


    "Okay, old man. I''m gonna hang up since you know what you need to know," Ling Qingyu said.


    "Girl, at least stop threatening me with hanging up the phone. I haven''t finished yet¡­..How''s your mother?" Ling Muchen was speechless but was happy inside because he was able to chat with his daughter longer than ever before. m vl _emp y,r the story tform


    Before, once she heard his voice, only a disconnected tone remained in his ears. Ling Muchen felt relieved things were finally going in a better direction.


    "Don''t ever include my mother in our conversation?" Ling Qingyu''s voice turned harsh. "You''re not worthy to call her at all."


    Ling Qingyu''s previous calmness copsed when her vile father mentioned Amorette. Her heart ached thinking about the emotional damage and shock suffered by her mother from Ling Muchen''s betrayal.


    Perhaps if he didn''t say a word about her mother, Ling Qingyu might be able to talk properly.


    "Okay! I know. I won''t ask. If you need any help, just ask." Ling Muchen repaired his mistakes quickly.


    "Thest person I''ll ask for help in this world is you and your entire Ling family." Ling Qingyu said and took a deep breath. Her emotions were affecting her judgment and she didn''t like the current her.


    Ling Muchen stopped talking instantly.


    "Look if you wanna ask about my health. Don''t worry, I''m alive and very well. In order to save myself from high blood pressure I''ll end the call." Ling Qingyu shut down themunication.


    Ling MuChen only heard beep: "¡­"


    Ling Qingyu gyrated her office chair around and saw Zhao Xiurong''s hands gging away the three guests.


    She patted her forehead and smiled at the scenes. Her secretary''s gesture of driving away the guest was funny and cute to her eyes.

 Chapter 106: What goes around, comes around

    Ling Qingyu''s giggles stopped the mess and attracted everyone''s attention. "Sister Zhao, please no need to drive them away; I''m fine."


    Zhao Xiurong and the rest of the girls didn''t speak but their eyes said everything.


    Whoever believed her words would be a fool? Didn''t everyone hear Ling Qingyu snap at her father, not very long ago?


    "Thank you, this little sister for your help," Ling Qingyuforted the female staff who volunteered to help her carry the lunch.


    "No, thanks. President Ling." The girl was shy as she replied.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t see her behavior as boot-licking, because she could read people''s minds. She reckoned it might be her innate talent.


    The female staff leaned more toward admiration than wanting to get closer to her. She was d, she could help with something for Ling Qingyu.


    Directing her eyes to the remaining two women, Ling Qingyu said. "You must be from my manor. Thank you for your hard work. Because of you, I''ll finally have a good meal even at work."


    The two women waved their hands, saying. "No hard work, Mistress."


    "As our responsibilities should be."


    "Now that you''re here, would you like to eat with us?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    Of course, the three women liked to say yes but they understood Ling Qingyu was merely polite.


    "Thank you, President Ling. I''m sorry, my colleague invited me for lunch today. If there''s nothing left for me to do, I''ll take my leave." The female staff hurriedly gave an excuse.


    Ling Qingyu nodded and smiled as the girl exited her office. The other two replied, "We''ve already eaten before we drove here."


    "Good! No matter the job, don''t destroy the healthy routines in your life." Ling Qingyu spread her advice. "Otherwise, you''ll be like me, who got numerous troubles in the body."


    If not for her Miss System''s contributing to increasing her physique level, Ling Qingyu was worried, whether her lifespan would remain in a normal spectrum.


    Zhao Xiurong watched from the sidelines, her mostly agreeing with Ling Qingyu''s words. Since her boss had changed, she should also stay healthy too.


    The two females chuckled at Ling Qingyu''s advice and were about to leave when Ling Qingyu spoke.


    "Oh! I almost forgot. How are the vehicles? I know from Butler Lin, that the sales centers had sent everything I ordered but how''s the quality?" Ling Qingyu remembered her newly purchased cars.


    The two females reported the situation to Ling Qingyu, answering any questions posed by her.


    The cars were mostly stored in the underground garage. Her manor consisted of huge spaces allocated into different sections.


    The courtyard was full of blossoming flowers to entertain the guests. In the backyard, an open space where one could grow crops personally.


    It wasn''t unusual there was another underground garage, even if they had a parking space above the ground.


    Based on their reports, Ling Qingyu concluded there wasn''t any problem with the vehicles. "I bought Mercedes solely for the people in the manor. You can use it with ease. But please don''t try other brands, unless I give permission because I had other purpose in mind."


    The two nodded and went away after Ling Qingyu was satisfied. "Let''s eat now, Sister Zhao."


    Zhao Xiurong shook her head helplessly. Sitting around Ling Qingyu and listening to the discussion, she had no idea why Ling Qingyu bought so many vehicles as if squandering money with haste.


    "How about Sister Tang and Sister Xiao?" She asked.


    Ling Qingyu patted her forehead and quickly called them. "Don''t wait for them. Let''s eat, I''ve already put their shares away."


    The president and secretary ate their lunch together before another two joined in the feast.


    Afterward, everyone departed from the office and carried on with their work. Ling Qingyu returned to big piles of paper again and rolled her eyes.


    It must be naked revenge from her secretary for asking her a lot in the past days. Anyway, it didn''t hurt her too much.


    Ten minutester, Ling Qingyu couldn''t concentrate and her efficiency dropped. It might be Ling Muchen''s call disrupting her mood.


    Today, her good mood of winning the rest of the directors was shattered by his call. Speaking of Ling Muchen, she remembered a serious problem, she must address to.


    Ling Yunxiang, her cheap half-sister, was now in trouble at the moment in her career. It wouldn''t be long before it also reached Ling Qingyu''s area.


    Solving the problem in the cradle was what mostpetent leaders did. Ling Qingyu decided to follow suit.


    "Athena, do you have any contact information for Ling Yunxiang?" Ling Qingyu wore her sses again and asked.


    "Of course, Mom. Which one?"


    "Can you connect to my phone and call her?"


    "With pleasure," A little Athena popped out from the corner and an animation of dialing a telephone appeared.


    Ling Qingyu was speechless at her AI daughter''s behavior. Well, what made her more dumbfounded was the telephone was an antique where a person must rotate the dial sequence.


    A beeping tone vibrated from her phone. Seeing another unfamiliar number, Ling Qingyu knew Athena already controlled her phone.


    Shemented electronics or anything in digital technologies was vulnerable to high-level civilization.


    There was no warning, whatsoever, her phone was hacked by her security app. Athena had already controlled everything.


    Click.


    A sound came from her phone, notifying Ling Qingyu that her call had been connected.


    "Hello, who am I speaking to?" A hush beautiful voice whizzed in her ears.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyebrows raised¡ªthe woman''s sexiness was way at another level. Even then, Ling Qingyu was puzzled as to why Ling Yunxiang didn''t receive positive influence from the people.


    "Hi, I''m Ling Qingyu, your sister."


    The line was silent for a while before a stern reply entered Ling Qingyu''s ears.


    "I''m Ling Yunxiang, your aunt. If you wanna lie and trick me, please have somemon sense."


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    Beep!


    And Ling Qingyu couldn''t hear any longer after another snap, closing themunication.


    She touched her nose, still not recovering from her half-sister''s outrage. Well, as expected of the heroine, the anger wasn''t small and the girl always made mistakes.


    Was her voice not serious enough orcking in aura? Luckily, no one was around, especially her secretary, who might literally roll on the floor to chuckle at her.


    It must be her karma for her treatment of the elderly. It didn''tst a long time before it hit Ling Qingyu right in the face.


    She was initially upset and realizedter her half-sister might be in trouble, based on the tone she heard from the previousmunication.


    Perhaps, several harassments had urred in the past days, probably from the haters. To be honest, Ling Qingyu was also speechless with these kinds of fans.


    Really free every day just to swear or scold the idol they hate. Of course, there must be also organizations hired by someone with the purpose of cking Ling Yunxiang.


    Ling Qingyu decided to forgive the heroine and called her again. Several beeping sounds went on before the line was connected.


    "You again?!" A scream echoed from the other side causing Ling Qingyu to move the phone away from the ears.


    "Yes, I''m your sister¡­Believe it or not, if you hang me up again, I''ll make your situation worse." Ling Qingyu quickly threatened her half-sister to prevent disconnecting again.

 Chapter 107: Conversation with her cheap sister

    A helpless sigh entered Ling Qingyu''s ears. Although she had no ision, she imagined her half-sister nudging her forehead powerlessly.


    "What do you want?" A powerless yet chilling voice said.


    Ling Qingyu had a headache with her cheap sister. Did she not realize she already introduced herself?


    If Ling Yunxiang knew Ling Qingyu''s thoughts, she would exim her innocence. By Heaven, her phone was ringing nonstop this week from various parties and exhausted her energy.


    Suddenly, someone said: I''m your sister. To Ling Yunxiang, it was more like a mockery of her already harsh condition.


    That was also the reason why she retorted¡ª I''m your aunt. And the funny scenes unfolded this way.


    Initially, she dismissed Ling Qingyu''s threat, thinking what else could worsen her situation but the authoritative tone from her phone paused her action to hang up.


    Fearing of worsening her perilous life, she decided to listen to what the woman had to say next.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu had already predicted this was the case and judged her cheap sister might have suffered psychologically, in spite of the family''s support.


    Every artist suffered this huge toll and had to step over this emotion. Caring too much of what others thought would never get one anywhere.


    Even though Ling Qingyu wanted to console and guide Ling Yunxiang properly, she must first suppress her half-sister to get the message.


    Taking a deep breath, Ling Qingyu said again: "I''m really your elder sister. The old bastard, Ling Muchen, unfortunately, is my father."


    Her words caused speechlessness on the other side. A hesitant voice asked Ling Qingyu: "So, you''re really my elder sister?"


    "What do you think?" Ling Qingyu was somewhat interested in current Ling Yunxiang''s expression.


    It must be entertaining to watch. Just Recently, Ling Qingyu was scolded and she wondered what Ling Yunxiang would say next.


    "Ah! Hehe¡­.I forgot you existed. Before I used to call you, sister, and you brushed it off." Ling Yunxiang spoke. Stay informed with |emp|y,r.


    "Alright, it doesn''t matter." Ling Qingyu didn''t want to recall those events. "From the previous tone you spoke to me, it seems you''re having troubles. Of course, I also discover your situation from the news."


    "Well, it''s true, Sister Yu. Can I call you that?"


    "Whatever?" Ling Qingyu was nomittal.


    "I have no idea why too many ck fans ruin my mood these days. Somehow, based on their investigations, I have a body count of 300 men from theirments. I might be able to ept thesements if I slept with men a lot but¡­" Ling Yunxiangined bitterly.


    "Whether you slept or not, it doesn''t matter. Their speeches have already overreached the boundary. I''ll help you with those pests. You wouldn''t be seeing them anymore in the future." Ling Qingyu said after thinking about the options.


    She knew Ling Yunxiang''s problems¡ªthe fundamental ones attributed to theck of showcasing her talent. Strength could prevail against anything, even those conspiracies weaving around you.


    Ling Yunxiang''s talent in Ling Qingyu''s opinion was fairly okay but wasn''t enough to topple her current condition.


    She needed helps from various background to solve the immediate issues and Ling Qingyu decided her cheap sister must be trained if she was 100 percent certain in herself to enter the entertainment industry.


    After hearing Ling Qingyu''s words, Ling Yunxiang sounded delighted. "Thank you, sister. I didn''t expect to receive help from you.


    Ling Qingyu snorted. "Hmph¡­who would like to help you. If not for worrying your situation might threaten mypany, I wouldn''t even bother to take a look."


    "Yes¡­Yes¡­my big sis is mighty." Ling Yunxiang''s perfunctory reply drew ck lines over Ling Qingyu''s forehead.


    Perhaps Ling Qingyu''s aura affected the person on the other side, she heard Ling Yunxiang stop her jokes.


    "How about you do this? I think you should take a rest for a while before making a bigeback?" Ling Qingyu suggested.


    "Big Sis, easier said than done. I seem to have no talent in the area to have aeback. My skills¡­you know."


    Ling Qingyu didn''t know. The present and the past have one thing inmon. They weren''t interested at all in celebrities or didn''t have time to pay attention in their lives.


    "Hmm¡­Yes. I know."


    "En? ¡­. You sound more like you don''t know me at all. Sis, you''re really ruthless." Ling Yunxiangined.


    "Okay, stop whining. It''s not like the same for you to not even know my name. How dare you be my aunt?!" Ling Qingyu liked talking with her younger sister.


    In spite of Ling Yunxiang''s birth problems, Ling Qingyu really didn''t mind having this cheeky cheap sister.


    During the interaction, Ling Qingyu already made up her sister''s traits and personalities, along with help from Athena.


    "Hehe¡­I apologize. But you have to understand, right? As an elder, please don''t care about this young one''s impoliteness."


    Ling Qingyu chuckled and shook her head in her mind.


    "Here is the deal. Why don''t youe to Province N to meet me? I''ll handle some of the problems for you but we should meet up to discuss further issues."


    "Ah!" Ling Yunxiang shrieked in surprise. "Are you really inviting me over?"


    "Of course, but only you. Speaking of, have you offended anyone in the circle?" Ling Qingyu asked suspiciously.


    Based on her judgment Ling Qingyu predicted her sister wouldn''t even know if she offended others and her reply was exactly so.


    "Nope, why do you ask?"


    "You, silly girl, without brain. What else for your situation besides someone throwing water at you?" Ling Qingyu groaned at her sister''s obliviousness.


    "Ahh! But I shouldn''t have, right? Or is it because of jealousy?"


    "Pfft-I..Ahem...That''s also possible. Forget it, I won''t be able to solve your crisis until I see you in person." Ling Qingyu coughed and shook her head, not expecting Ling Yunxiang''s sarcasm to reach another level.


    "Well, now that you mention it, the most coincidental incident should be my cping with a male god¡­Yes, it happened after I paired up with a popr actor and I tried cping for poprity."


    "Okay, you can say itter. I will buy you a ticket and message it to you. Come and meet me up." Ling Qingyu spoke a little more before she disconnected the call.


    Athena consciously asked for her confirmation of the flight ticket purchase. Ling Qingyu agreed and requested Athena to message the link to her sister''s WeChat.


    Of course, adding friends must be done. The process finished quickly and Ling Qingyu already added Ling Yunxiang''s ID.


    Afterward, Athena controlled her phone and sent over the ne ticket. Ling Qingyu watched the ticket for details and it was two dayster.


    Ling Qingyu: "¡­"


    Well, she meant fast but not this quick right? Ling Qingyu eyed helplessly at her sses.


    She stretched her limbs and resumed her unfinished work. Not long after, her office telephone rang and Ling Qingyu picked it up.


    The caller was her Secretary Zhao, informing Ling Qingyu she had an important visitor.


    Ling Qingyumented what was wrong with today. She had so many visitorsing up.


    After asking about the identity and discovering the visitor was someone from the Shen family, Ling Qingyu decided to meet.


    "Bring him to my office and prepare some refreshments." Ling Qingyu ended the call.


    Shen''s family? Ling Qingyu felt weird. The only connection with them was her manor and the staff she hired.


    Well, they weren''t trained by Shen family but it served as an agent between employer and employee.


    As a top family in Province N, Ling Qingyu should still give them a face to avoid future troubles. And since she had a preliminary connection, it didn''t hurt her to expand thework.


    Ling Qingyu could also see, Shen family sent someone over to discuss future cooperation, probably after seeing her spending.

 Chapter 108: Discussing with Mr. Shen

    Ling Qingyu''s sudden idea of helping her half-sister wasn''t out of the notion. Well, Ling uchen''s call might be a reminder.


    Since she came into this world after listening to Miss System''s exnation, she had decided to help Ling Yunxiang escape the fate of bing a heroine.


    If her cheap sister met a good husband, who longed for and took great care of her, Ling Qingyu had no opposition.


    But the rtionship was meant to be a masochistic one, something she abhorred out of all the rtionships.


    So, she decided to thaw the cold sisterhood and intervened in her cheap sister''s life. From the previous conversation, Ling Qingyu deduced three things.


    First, Ling Yunxiang wasn''t too appalling as stated in the media or rumors. Second, she could still read innocence from her sister''s voice; Ling Qingyu wasn''t sure if the voice was a pretense but even the sultriness contained in her tone didn''t reduce the innocence.


    Third, Ling Qingyu guessed her sister wasn''t in any rtionship yet. She even suspected Ling Yunxiang didn''t even have experience in any romantic affair.


    If thest deduction was correct, Ling Qingyu might have had an easier time. All of these could only be proven after meeting each other in person.


    Throwing away the unrted topics, Ling Qingyu focused on the current issues and found there wasn''t anything she could deduce from the Shen family''s visit. m _v,l-e _mp|y|r reader


    She attempted several times and received no information in spite of the help from Athena. Of course, she disallowed Athena to hack other''s information unless she ordered herself.


    Athena''s calction wasn''t any different from the prophecy like those during ancient times. The current predicament was that Ling Qingyu didn''t have sufficient data for analysis.


    To be frank, this might be the first interaction between her and the giant of Province N. She heard a knock and stood up.


    "Come in."


    Zhao Xiurong entered, gesturing the young man in. Ling Qingyu nodded in gratitude at her secretary.


    There was no need for her to mention it as Zhao Xiurong left to prepare some refreshments.


    The man was wearing a ck business suit, a silver watch on his wrist, and a pair of shoes matching the outfit.


    His hand grasped a paper bag with weight inside. Ling Qingyu guessed this might be a gift from the culture of Country C.


    His aura exuded a sessful businessman, full of appeal for the women. A fair skin and ck hair, as he walked in, greeting Ling Qingyu''s nce.


    "What brings our great guest here to honor ourpany with your presence, Mr. Shen?" Ling Qingyu smiled and asked as politeness. "Please have a seat."


    "Thank you." The man nodded and said, sitting down. He took a quick peek at the room, except for the luxurious mahogany furniture desk, Ling Qingyu usually worked at, the rest consisted of conventional corporate sense.


    More of a wooden smell permeated the room. He gently pressed the cushion on the sofa he sat on and nodded inwardly.


    Neat, tidy, and extravagant as well. Yet theyout was so simple, that one would almost overlook the exquisiteness.


    Ling Qingyu also sat down on the opposite side and listened to what the man would say next.


    "I hope my visit, doesn''t disturb your work, Ms. Ling," The man spoke.


    Ling Qingyu craved to say, of course, you ruin my working mood but out of concern for her appearance, she replied: "Of course, not."


    "I heard about your ident in the past few days; it worries me to see a talented woman from our Province N almost disappear. I think the entire Province N resonates with my words. Thank heaven, you be stronger than before. My visit may be a bit sudden but that''s to congratte you on your health." The man stated his purpose.


    "Thank you for your worries, Mister Shen. Perhaps, you might have overpraised my talent; I''m doing what I should do for mypany''s survival." Ling Qingyu returned a simple reply.


    "Right. I forgot what''s my real intention after seeing you, Miss Ling. You''re more beautiful than what the rumors circte in our circle. It really dazzles me. Here is my gift for you." The man took out a box from the bag, Ling Qingyu noticed.


    It was wrapped in a bundle like a mystery, waiting for the predestined person to unfold the present.


    Ling Qingyu nced at the box and her hands pushed back, to gesture that she was resisting the gift. "Mister Shen, there''s no need to do this."


    "Please, Ms. Ling. There''s nothing extravagant inside apart from representing our attitude. Please don''t refuse our Shen family''s gift. You don''t need to be burdened with anything."


    "Then, I''ll be impolite to refuse." Ling Qingyu sighed and put away the box on the table.


    The man''s brow raised at Ling Qingyu''s nonchnt attitude toward the gift. She didn''t look ttered or proud.


    As expected of what his father reminded, Ling Qingyu really couldn''t be underestimated. She really didn''t look forward to his family''s connection.


    The man recollected his thoughts and continued his speech. "I''d also like to express thanks for supporting our real estate, Ms. Ling. You''ve helped us out of the predicament. If not for your too-quick purchase, I would have met you on the day you bought."


    "Shen family''s real estate has its reputation and met my expectations. There is no need to thank me and I''m satisfied with the exchange." Ling Qingyu said calmly.


    Why was the man still not stating his purpose? Ling Qingyu felt pain maintaining herposure.


    "I hope Ms. Ling wasn''t dissatisfied with service due to my absence."


    "How dare I me the Mister."


    After an awkward short pause, the conversation continued.


    "In another week, our Shen family would host the first auction. I''m sending the invitation to President Ling. Here." Mr. Shen took out an envelope and handed it over to Ling Qingyu.


    After opening the envelope, Ling Qingyu read the invitations and smiled. "I''m grateful for your invitation. I''ll make sure to show my presence there."


    "I''m sure the rare items would satisfy Ms. Ling. I can guarantee with my family''s reputation." The man sped his hand and leaned forward.


    Ling Qingyu nodded in agreement. "With Mister Shen''s guarantee, it would be impolite of me, to fail to attend the auction."


    "I''m certain, your presence will dazzle everyone who attends. Ms. Ling, don''t mind me if I ask¡ªhow''s the manor and the servants you hired?"


    Ling Qingyu noticed the change of topics. The man''s aim was to ask about her well-being and send the invitation, from the previous dialogue.


    Now, the direction of the conversation might show his other purpose. Ling Qingyu replied: "Mr. Shen, there isn''t anything to point at or speak of. I''m definitely satisfied."


    "Shen family is happy to hear your delightful response. If you have any further cooperation, you can contact me through this card." The man took out his contact card and gave it to Ling Qingyu.


    She understood this might be the second purpose of the man sitting opposite her. Herscivious spending attracted the attention of Shen family


    Ling Qingyu read the card and asked Athena to scan the information and record it. "Of course, I''m sure if there is any need, I''ll dly contact you. I only hope you don''t refuse me by then."


    A knock interrupted the two and Zhao Xiurong entered, bringing in drinks. Ling Qingyu also smiled at her entry.


    The corporate atmosphere dissipated with the addition of Zhao Xiurong and the two parties discussed freely, analyzing the current market''s situation and economy.


    This time, there wasn''t any pressure like colleagues working in a simr field, without representing each other''s background.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu retained the distance and wasn''t eager to cooperate as much as the Shen family initially spected.


    The two parties were satisfied with the dialogue and the future remained a mystery. Whether friends or foes, Ling Qingyu believed time would tell based on the interests, each could provide.

 Chapter 109: Ling Qingyus guess

    Ling Qingyu yed with the card in her hands, wiggling it in her fingers. Sometimes, she twirled it in the air, flexing her muscles and reflexes.


    The card was the same contact card given by her prior visitor¡ªMister Shen¡ªwho had already left after finishing his purpose.


    Since Athena, her private secretary, recorded everything, there wasn''t a need for the card.


    Ling Qingyu contemted Shen family''s strange moves and their motives. No one would automatically have a good impression and sell face without seeing the interest they could gain.


    Apart from her spending, which was worthwhile noticeable, Ling Qingyu remained perplexed by Shen family''s actions.


    Her background and connection still paled inparison and to see Shen family treated her courteously, deeply puzzled her.


    Putting the card aside, Ling Qingyu''s mind turned away from the enigmatic Shen family. Never mind, she thought, deciding that she would uncover their motives in due time.


    The biggest mysteryy in the invitation to the new Shen family''s auction. Usually, the auction hosted by Shen family''s level only invited powerful, wealthy, and influential figures.


    That didn''t include Ling Qingyu yet. Yes, to mostmon people, Ling Qingyu''s status was already high but the figures attending the auction were from political circles and elite corporate groups.


    Their worth might be estimated at a minimal of 50 billion yuan at a minimal and 100 billion yuan on average.


    Given time, Ling Qingyu had confidence herpany value would increase its worth to more than 70 or 80 billion RMB in two or three years.


    At that time, if she received the invitation, she wouldn''t have been as confused as she was currently.


    Although she possessed a huge amount of wealth, it was hidden from others. Only she and her system knew about the amount.


    Or should she say her personality was a suspicious character? Without finding a probable cause or reason, Ling Qingyu could hardly calm down.


    The auction might have strange items, highly sought after by everyone, or some that pertained to unknown mysteries. The process piqued Ling Qingyu''s interest, looking for a new experience.


    The social activities seemed daunting but Ling Qingyu wasn''t frightened by the challenges.


    This was what she must experience for growth and besides her unknown strength also gave her confidence.


    However, there was one aspect, worrying her sober mind. Among the political figures, Ling Qingyu didn''t want to meet a single person.


    Province N was famous for its corrupt governance andck of security. These figures were highly responsible and none of their hands were clean in Ling Qingyu''s opinion.


    Her index finger tapped on the ss table, as she leaned forward from her seat on the sofa.


    She stood up and returned to her office desk, to continue the work. Thinking more about her future worries drove her nowhere.


    It was better to dive into the busy mode to best make use of the time. She would think about the event one weekter.


    The workload remained the same and Ling Qingyu adapted to Zhao Xiurong''s rhythm. Sometimes, she suspected her secretary trying to overwork her boss.


    She read those reports meticulously one by one. More of it was the financial statements and data from each department.


    Except for the time, when she was absent from work, the statistics went ording to the routine.


    It wasn''t bad but it was definitely not good yet. Thepany''s share values rebounded back in the public session, attributing to her presence yesterday.


    Her mere presence gave confidence to the investors, even if the road ahead seemed like uncertainties.


    Reading those reports, writing down the solutions, and giving some advice, Ling Qingyu rubbed her forehead.


    She watched the time and it was almost 5 pm. Ling Qingyu didn''t realize the passing of the time, after dumping everything into her work.


    Stretching her limps, which were almost cramped from being in one stationary position, Ling Qingyu walked in her office, refreshing her mind and body. Read today on m-vle-mp _yr.


    Only now did she understood, her body felt drained out of energy. It wasn''t tiredness or soreness from her body but rather her brain couldn''t process any more overloaded information.


    Ling Qingyu even wondered where in the world C.E.O. in her previous world''s literature or novels, had so much free time to dangle around mistresses and even find time to go on a date.


    Even Ling Qingyu possessing Athena''s assistance struggled with her work for an entire day and she still hadn''t finished.


    Of course, she only relied on Athena to sort out information and most of the time the job waspleted solely by her.


    If she received Athena''s full help, the scenario would be different.


    Although her work was purposely increased by her secretary, who made use of the best efficiency, Ling Qingyu admitted she rarely had time, even by conventional standards.


    There might be days when she had avable time but Ling Qingyu could guarantee with proof, she could never chase her husband, oh no, it''s wife now.


    To be honest, Ling Qingyu now understood, being on top of the world wasn''t easy. Her leadership role in thepany sustained growth and stability for her subordinates.


    The burden she held by her shoulders was mostly unseen, in the eyes of ordinary people.


    Most who didn''tprehend would attribute the sess to her subordinates for theirpletion of work but one must remember, Ling Qingyu''s management and control yed a vital role.


    Leadership position was never easy. It wasn''t like in those male novels, where the characters delegated some of the tasks and became shopkeepers.


    Naturally, Ling Qingyu could copy the method. After all, there was a saying, if you don''t have time to do what you like, you haven''t delegated enough.


    But what benefits shall it bring her in the long run? If she was satisfied with the status quo, Ling Qingyu could freely delegate but she wanted growth; she desired to grow stronger than ever before to do freely what she longed for inside her heart.


    Maturity was essential and only by improving her qualities, Ling Qingyu could upgrade her status.


    And delegation wasn''t easy before finding someone she could trust. She tried Zhao Xiurong and the process worked. But how many Zhao Xiurong could she gather with confidence?


    Ever heard of those trying to harm or scam someone by bing their confidantes and selling their secrets? Or proposing beneficial deals while there were hidden loopholes for future exploitation.


    Humans are inherently evil and it wasn''t without reason, Ling Qingyu couldn''t disagree. In her line of work, Ling Qingyu must remain vignt while giving appropriate trust.


    The degree between the two relied on Ling Qingyu''s talent. One extreme could damage the reputation and prevent future possible cooperation with the others.


    Fully giving someone her trust would be one of the biggest mistakes in her circle. She must prepare a counter n if things go south with someone she trusts.


    The same applied to Zhao Xiurong. She had a backup n when she requested Zhao Xiurong for the errands.


    There were also tests to determine her attitude for the future. Ling Qingyu acted this way, unconsciously, affected by the previous characters engraved on her bone.


    She didn''t hate it and felt it was necessary for her survival. ording to her judgment, Ling Qingyu was sure to give her full back to Zhao Xiurong from now on.


    Bnce was everything.


    By now after going through difficulties together, Ling Qingyu also felt she should fix these to an extent. She had seen how the confidantes behaved around her.


    From her security guards to her secretary, she shared a strong bond and a powerful one waiting to unfold into the world.


    The previous Ling Qingyu couldn''t afford to lose, but she could. It''s time to let go of some of the unnecessary tensions and believe herrades.


    Even gods couldn''t predict and control everything in their destiny, what was she to think everything must go ording to her nned steps in details?

 Chapter 110: Patriarch of Ling family

    Ling Muchen rubbed his forehead and stretched the wrinkles on his face. Although having a longer conversation time with his daughter ted his mood, it was too tiring to speak with her.


    His wife beside him, watched his exhaustion with smiles all over her face, probably making fun of him for his behavior.


    The whole conversation was unveiled in front of her and the scene of Ling Qingyu''s berating her husband brought smiles to her face.


    She never med Ling Qingyu for her rude replies. Her husband failed to meet the expectations of both the mother and daughter when he submitted to the family pressure.


    Ling Muchen and his wife, Yang Xuying, were married because of a deal between families so that the two parties could cooperate for benefits and future interests.


    Yang Xuying was initially disappointed with Ling Muchen''s deeds of divorcing his first wife or separation because they were together in the first ce and she was the interruptor.


    Until she understood, the woman resisted and stayed away from Ling Muchen, unwilling to share her husband with others.


    In fact, Yang Xuying pitied the foreign woman, who willingly followed Ling Muchen without hesitation amidst the disagreement from her family, even disowning from family lineage.


    Yang Xuying could discern, Ling Muchen''s idea to have the apany of two wives. Even though she wouldn''t object, she didn''t like the feeling of being calcted.


    The rtionship between the two began with an arranged marriage. It was no big deal for her if Ling Muchen became a promiscuous man.


    Fortunately, her husband was reliable and didn''t find any woman after her marriage. With the passing of time, feelings grew and warmth between family members emerged.


    The crystallization of love between the two was evident in their daughter''s birth¡ªLing Yunxiang.


    Listening to the prior conversation between the two estranged family members, she could hear hatred and grievance from Ling Qingyu''s tone and usage of words. But to what extent, perhaps including her and her daughter, she really had no idea.


    "Don''t look at me with that face; it was your mistakes and failures as a man in the first ce," Yang Xuying was unmoved at her husband''s pouting expression.


    Was Ling Muchen wrong in his choice? No one had a say on this topic. The alliance between the two families strengthened by the marriage had been one major factor in bing the top family in Province S.


    If he didn''t intend to marry, Ling family wasn''t far from copse as his legitimacy as the heir deteriorated, giving others the opportunity to fight for the position.


    By disappointing Ling Qingyu''s mother and daughter, Ling Muchen had saved Ling family from chaos. Not to mention, he never let go of Amorette and had confided his n.


    But the strong Amorette disagreed with this notion and regarded his act as a betrayal of her love. Perhaps others might be willing to share love but that didn''t include her.


    "Wife, are you still jealous?" Ling Muchen held and kneaded his wife''s palm.


    "Yes and no. I know you still love her but you haven''t failed me in this marriage." Yang Xuying shook her head. She was clear-minded and grasped the situation well.


    "No, wife. Years passed and the passion had gone. Maybe I still loved her or maybe I don''t. But it''s more of a responsibility as a man and guilt that I feel toward her." Ling Muchen sighed slowly.


    "Say that to me when you meet her face to face." Yang Xuying snorted. "I only feel sorry for that girl. Our action might have caused a strain on her psychology."


    "Ling Qingyu? I think her abilities excelled more than mine. I don''t think she is weak and feeble as you say." Ling Muchen denied his wife''s opinion.


    "You don''t know anything about girls." Yang Xuying drew a women''s joker card.


    "Fine, fine. It was my mistake and I''m trying to repair everything." Ling Muchen raised his hands.


    Yang Xuying gave her husband a pair of disbelieving eyes and closed her mouth. Afterward, she spoke again, "What are you going to do about Amorette''s health?"


    "What can I do?! This girl doesn''t ept any of my help and she has done the best. It''s up to fate whether Amorette can fully recover." Ling Muchen scratched his head whenever this topic appeared.


    Yang Xuying felt slightly guilty too¡ªaffecting and damaging someone''s heart to the point unwilling toe out of the weaving illusion of happiness.


    She and her husband definitely owed Ling Qingyu''s family.


    She had a heartache whenever she thought about Ling Qingyu''s struggle from nothing to founding her ownpany. Enjoy reading at m _v _le _mp _yr.


    They could only provide some help behind the scenes and protect her family. Even then, Yang Xuying believed Ling Qingyu could seed without their interventions.


    Maybe the struggle would be harsher and more difficult, but it would never stop Ling Qingyu''s journey.


    To be frank, Yang Xuying envied and admired Ling Qingyu, able to control her own destiny and stand proudly side by side with men, in the business circle at a young age.


    She hadined about her own daughter, who still relied on her parents to solve the predicaments.


    Ling Yunxiang had always been a problem for the family despite the thick blood connection with her.


    She and Ling Muchen had been wiping Ling Yunxiang''s ass off and this time seemed to have met an opponent.


    The clever Yang Xuying knew someone desired to pour ck water on her daughter and had some guess of the perpetrator.


    But even the guess could help nothing. Because the identity wasn''t simple.


    Ling Muchen and Yang Xuying decided to y dead as if they didn''t know while trying to think of a solution.


    Of course, if their opponents blocked all the roads, their family wasn''t going down simply without a fight.


    Even their opponent''s strong prestigious background must be dreadful of the consequences. If Yang Xuying and Ling Muchen bit on their opponents regardless of the injuries, others might exploit the situation and suppress them.


    Their opponent knew this and trod carefully. Besides, Mrs. Yang''s identity wasn''t simple, even though her lineage had stretched too far from the original aristocratic family.


    The same surname, who knew whether Yang Xuying could bring her close rtive to a fight.


    Ling Muchen and Yang Xuying came to a solution to ignore the suppression and wait for the passing of time until they found a chance to counterattack.


    They tolerated Ling Yunxiang''s grief hoping to hone their daughter be more mature and stronger.


    If the two parents knew that their opponent even aimed to kill their daughter and had already implemented it, except that it missed and hurt another passerby, Ling Muchen and Yang Xuying would definitely be pissed and move disregarding any other thoughts.


    They wouldn''t care even if the world burned in mes.


    They regarded Ling Qingyu''s car ident more like an unfortunate event. Should they realize otherwise, their characters would turn them into mad dogs.


    For Yang Xuying, even if the connection between her and Ling Qingyu was minimal, she regarded Ling Qingyu as her daughter.


    The old couples ignored each other and watched the television until amotion disturbed their enjoyment.


    They saw Ling Yunxiang hurrying toward them and sat down without paying attention to her image.


    Both exchanged nces and were concerned about why their daughter suddenly lost her cool.


    "What''s wrong dear?" Yang Xuying asked. Ling Muchen raised his ears, ready for anything.


    "My lost sister called me about half an hour ago," Ling Yunxiang said, patting her chest. "She said she wanted to meet me and invited me to visit her in Province N."


    Yang Xuying''s eyes turned weird as she looked at Ling Muchen. Her eyes were more like a mockery¡ªdon''t you see, my daughter is more weed than your father''s identity.


    Of course, Ling Muchen noticed his wife''s behavior and ignored her provoking nce. His eyelids twitched in helplessness.


    Ling Muchen motioned for her daughter to continue.


    "I mean just after she ended the call and said she had arranged everything. The flight ticket is even booked." Ling Yunxiang pped her knees. "The time is two dayster. Mum and Dad, tell me what to do?"


    Yang Xuying and Ling Muchen felt relieved, Ling Qingyu was willing to reconnect with Ling Yunxiang. It was better for the two sisters to reconcile than to be strangers.


    "Of course, we''ll help you prepare for your trip. Go there and enjoy the time with her. Forget about the mess here and take a break."


    Yang Xuying and Ling Muchen also understood Ling Qingyu''s goals after further listening to the detailed description of Ling Yunxiang.


    Ling Qingyu had arranged everything and the rest depended on Ling Yunxiang''s action. So, the two urged and supported their daughter for a visit regardless of her protest.


    Although Province N appeared dangerous, they believed Ling Qingyu would handle everything for Ling Yunxiang and sold their cheap daughter without any worries.

 Chapter 111: Zhao Xiurong as a wife?

    6 pm, Spirit Clothing & Beauty Co. Ltd..


    Ling Qingyu cracked her neck to release the stiffness behind her. She rolled her shoulders, listening to the inner snaps and friction.


    Afterpleting a set of small exercises to stretch her muscles, Ling Qingyu arranged everything on her desk in order and prepared to leave.


    Taking a purse, she went out and found Zhao Xiurong also keeping her things.


    "I''m about to leave. Are you going to leave work too, Sister Zhao," Ling Qingyu asked the obvious.


    "Yes, President Ling," Zhao Xiurong spoke after she told the rest of her subordinates to wrap everything.


    "The rest of you too?" Ling Qingyu was curious.


    "Yes, President!"


    Ling Qingyu nodded and didn''t speak, standing beside the group, seemingly waiting.


    Zhao Xiurong returned a genuine smile at Ling Qingyu''s behavior. Soon, the rest of the staff said goodbye to Ling Qingyu and hurried away to leave.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t need to notify Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, as their sses had already ryed the message. Athena had done everything for her.


    "Why don''t you go down first, Sister Ling?"


    "It''s worth waiting for a beauty." Ling Qingyu''s reply was chic and frivolous.


    Zhao Xiurong''s eyebrows twitched. It was better she didn''t hear anything. "I''m ttered to be summoned by the goddess."


    Ling Qingyu chuckled at Zhao Xiurong''s reply. "You done? Let''s go."


    Seeing Zhao Xiurong nod her head, Ling Qingyu led the way to the elevator and pressed the button.


    "You''re gonna have dinner at home?"


    "Yes, obviously. My mom is waiting." Zhao Xiurong rolled her eyes. ''What? Our mighty president wants to invite me for dinner?"


    "Naturally. Except the beauty rejected my offer."


    "I like the meals cooked by your chef but I can''t leave my mother alone."


    "It''s alright. There''s plenty of time when you move over near my house."


    Ding!


    The elevator''s door slid open and the two entered.


    Inside, Ling Qingyu spoke after a while: "Sister Zhao, how about you handle my work in the future?"


    Zhao Xiurong was stunned and instantly waved her hands. "No, Sister Ling. Is the current workload too hard for you?"


    Ling Qingyu returned a funny nce,ughing at Zhao Xiurong''s thought. Probably, her secretary thought she was going to punish her for arranging therge loads of work.


    "No. I want to delegate it to you because I have other ns in mind, to expand my business." Ling Qingyu confided her n. Slowly, she let her idea sink around her confidantes.


    "But I don''t have the confidence to guide thepany by myself," Zhao Xiurong replied.


    "Why not? Didn''t you also handle the errands for me when I''m unable to?" Ling Qingyu eyed her secretary suspiciously by her side.


    Twirling her hair behind her ears, Zhao Xiurong said, "But that''s because I was under your lead and isn''t there you if something happens?¡­Besides, my prestige still isn''t up to the task."


    Ling Qingyu paused and aplex emotion passed through her eyes. It seemed her secretary already noticed herck of sufficient trust or understood her character deeply.


    She never med, even once, inwardly at her. Ling Qingyu really found someone who could share her worries and responsibilities.


    "It''s alright. I trust your skills and judgment. No need to burden yourself because of my words, I''ll give you time to adjust slowly; it''s not like I disappear suddenly and let you take over my responsibility." Ling Qingyu put her hand over Zhao Xiurong''s shoulder and gave a gentle squeeze asfort.


    Zhao Xiurong returned a weak smile, knowing Ling Qingyu had made up her mind. She didn''t delve further into what Ling Qingyu had in mind.


    Ling Qingyu continued: "Remember, you already possessed 10% of the shares. I think no one can deny your involvement in the decision-making process. Your talent proves my conjecture."


    "Does Sister Ling have other ns? Since I''m taking over the position in your ce, it meant there''s a n then." Zhao Xiurong said.


    "Right. The n''s still on paper and I haven''t taken a major step forward. Only when you''re ready, will I begin to walk ahead."


    "Care to give me some hints?" Zhao Xiurong said slyly.


    Ling Qingyu hesitated and talked about it. "Software and electronics."


    Zhao Xiurong listened to Ling Qingyu''s ideas, nodding her head from time to time and giving suggestions where applicable. "I think the n will be sessful, provided you have a team for the research and securities against malevolent opponents."


    Ling Qingyu agreed with Zhao Xiurong on this matter. As for the team, her cheap daughter was invincible in the realm of IT.


    After arriving at the parking lot, exclusive to hers and Zhao Xiurong''s, the two separated. Zhao Xiurong entered her vehicle and drove off after saying good night.


    "Good night!" Ling Qingyu waved her hands as she watched the crimson taillight disappear from her sight.


    Oh, how she wished a woman like Zhao Xiurong was her wife. A considerate, appealing, and strong woman, a perfect wifey material.


    The kindness emanated from her or motherhood energy, as most called it, always calmed Ling Qingyu down. Despite the possibility, she didn''t dare try it, lest the rtion between the two turned in a strange direction.


    She waited for a while before Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue appeared. Nodding at the two, Ling Qingyu sat down in the back of ck Cadic after Tang Ziyi pressed the keys, causing the indicators like to flicker several times.


    Even the true owner had to wait for the driver before she could enjoy the ride. What a blessing she had to possess two volunteer drivers.


    Well, it wouldn''t be long before she could drive on her own. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were helping with the vehicles'' modification, especially her Bentley


    It was more of Athena''s work rather than these two, who merely gave suggestion and pointed out the needs and ws. your m,v,l,e,m,p,y,r story


    Tang Ziyi directed the work while Xiao Yue studied from the side. Under Tang Ziyi''s lead, Athena was about toplete armoring the Bentley.


    The new modification included bulletproof sses and mental sheets able to withstand 7.62 caliber bullets.


    Athena also added anotheryer of mental to harden the surface and withstand more damage, except that it also added extra weight to the vehicle. Theyers consisted of aluminum, ceramic, and steel.


    Overall, the upgrade thickened several inches in each of theponents. The windows were multiyered and three inches thick.


    To ensure the eleration power remained the same, some upgrades on the engine were unavoidable. Among several, the supercharger was one keyponent, responsible for the initial mass-energy requirement before followingbustion could keep up the speed.

 Chapter 112: Must enjoy refreshment after exhaustion

    Tang Ziyi''s repair and modification took ce in an incognito area. To hide the secrets, Ling Qingyu didn''t know until Tang Ziyi confessed her location when Ling Qingyuined and couldn''t find her.


    Tang Ziyi sought help from Athena and discovered the manor''s underground parking lot had a tunnel connected to an underground realm.


    She drove the Bentley to the modification spots as soon as she returned from yesterday''s brawling with the gangster.


    Every equipment was manufactured solely by Athena through the nano-printing machine and was avable as per requested by Tang Ziyi.


    Of course, the modifications weren''t only for her Bentley, other vehicles were included too.


    The Mercedez and BMW would have their turnter after priorities were finished.


    For now, the priority was to guarantee Ling Qingyu''s safety. Under her orders, Athena knew Ling Qingyu''s n to help the police. Find more at NovelFiremp-y,r.


    Ling Qingyu would donate dozens of vehicles to the city police departments where Yang Qingyue was responsible or served as a superintendent.


    Only through Yang Qingyue''s hand, could Ling Qingyu assure herself, her money wouldn''t be wasted.


    That was also the reason why she bought so many from Jaguar and Volvo manufacturers.


    Jaguar Sedan served as a police patrol car. Its horsepower and strong frame showed its edge for the policing function.


    It could even pursue high-speed chase without any sweat. As for the wagon from Volvo brand, Ling Qingyu prepared them for K9 units or other purposes such as Crime Scene Investigation¡­etc.


    Atst, the 10 Volvo SUVs served the special police unit including firearm teams. The modifications for Ling Qingyu''s donation included paint, additionalyers to bulletproof the doors, and some essential police devices¡ªsirens, lights,puter systems, and LED screens.


    Athena was also told to create new software, fitting the requirements of police in their tasks, along with appropriate hardware.


    Ling Qingyu''s preparation already facilitated Yang Qingyu''s policing works. She hoped the new police chief would be satisfied with her contribution to the peace of the society.


    Why the new police chief? Because ording to her ns and calctions, Yang Qingyue would soon take over the position and only then would Ling Qingyu fully support the ambitious policewoman.


    For now, Ling Qingyu waited patiently for the good news from her.


    As for the remaining Range Rovers, Ling Qingyu set them aside for her personal guards, and in preparation for the new SWAT team, which might be formed after Tang Ziyi''s training.


    Actually, as soon as Ling Qingyu told the ns, Tang Ziyi began training every guard avable.


    Su Ruomei also invited other female soldiers recently and they should arrive in groups after a couple of days.


    By then, Ling Qingyu might have already designed and manufactured a brand-new armor vehicle, suited for the task.


    Of course, the process required reverse engineering, and Ling Qingyu gave permission for Athena to proceed under Tang Ziyi''splicated eyes.


    For Tang Ziyi, it was shameful to copy and test others'' data. But Ling Qingyu''s words shut her up¡ªthey could simply hack the information from other archivedboratories.


    Ling Qingyu''s manor.


    As soon as she arrived home, Ling Qingyu dashed for a bath. Today, too many things happened¡ªLing Qingyu craved a warm swim inside the bathtub.


    Along the way, Ling Qingyu listened to Lin Xiao''s report.


    "Mistress, how''s the meal today? Do you wish for us to provide you daily?" Lin Xiao asked.


    "Of course, how can I eat outside after your chef fed me into addiction and it was delicious? Add another person serving next time."


    Lin Xiao smiled at Ling Qingyu''s reply. "Our chefs will soon be jumping around after hearing Mistress''s praise."


    "Anything else."


    "Well, tomorrow should be time to pay for the electricity bill, though we only lived for a short amount of time."


    "I see, You can show me the receipt and I''ll transfer the amount." Ling Qingyu rubbed her chin.


    That was also the reason why she refused Athena to provide electricity for the housing appliances through sr power to avoid attracting attention.


    Even though the details were mostly overlooked, some clear-minded people could exploit the data, or Ling Qingyu left the handle for others to utilize.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu asked Athena to mitigate the cost gradually in the future and there wouldn''t be any proofs remaining.


    "Yes, Mistress. Only about Madam Amorette¡­What should I bear in mind and any handicap to consider?" Lin Xiao asked cautiously, fearing her words might ruin the good impression she had sold in the first ce.


    Ling Qingyu''s face turned dark but she didn''t roll the emotion toward her innocent butler.


    Lin Xiao inquiring her about her mother relieved Ling Qingyu''s worries and increased her favorability.


    Her expression frightened Lin Xiao, even if she knew her mistress wasn''t an unreasonable person. No one was sure of the deep personality until one stayed with another for a long time.


    Lin Xiao feared losing thisfortable job and hurting her reputation. She tried everything to perfection despite her fresh experience.


    Ling Qingyu caressed Lin Xiao''s shoulder and rubbed her hair soothingly. "I''m grateful for your worries. Watch her from the side to protect against any dangers. When she returns to normal, you can stay at a distance and take care of her. But please don''t leave her alone, even if she asked you to."


    "I''ll keep that in mind, Mistress." Lin Xiao nodded meekly and exhaled her congested breath.


    "Anything else?"


    "Not for now." Lin Xiao shook her head.


    "Good. You can notify me through your device if there''s anything urgent. I''m a bit tired today. Prepare me for a good spa and massage session."


    "Yes, Mistress." Lin Xiao ran off to arrange her request.


    Ling Qingyu also found that modern technology and medical research were powerless over her mother.


    She remembered she had the help of the system and decided to askter when she stayed alone.


    Entering a massage room, where everything was ready after she told Lin Xiao, Ling Qingyu smiled at the masseuses and greeted them.


    There wasn''t any air of pretense and Ling Qingyu''s presence didn''t bring too much pressure as before.


    After several interactions, everyone understood Ling Qingyu''s likes and dislikes. Many servants inside the manor were happy with their mistress.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t care about their thought as long as her conscience wasn''t broken. Treating everyone as a human being was the easiest thing to do but was hardly found in society.


    Today, sitting in a single position for a long time must have stressed her limbs because Ling Qingyu started to feel unwell in her muscles.


    Fortunately, her manor hired full-time massage professionals. Despite the huge expense, Ling Qingyu could only shout ''very cool andfortable'' in her mind.


    Enjoying the soft tentacles brushing on her skin, Ling Qingyu merely murmured and moaned in delight.


    Well, not tentacles! She meant gentle grips. Yes, she never delved in the wrong direction. It must be a certain one affecting her thoughts.


    After a while, Ling Qingyu arrived at the dinner hall, regaining her energy. Dinner was ready and soon Denise and Amorette also came.


    Tang Ziyi, Xiao Yue, Su Ruomei, Jiang Yu, and others sat down on the respectable seats. Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu left a bitter than Ling Qingyu''s departure.


    It was Ling Qingyu''s idea to gather everyone around to eat. Given a huge space, it would be a waste and lonely.


    When the important events came by, there would be another arrangement. Lin Xiao wouldplete the task without her reminder.


    Of course, she also invited the staff but they refused on the ground that their roles were needed.

 Chapter 113: Short talk with Denise

    sses and kitchen utensils clinked one another and the entire hall was filled with sumptuous dinner.


    Everyone ate in relish. The dinner served today consisted of Beijing-style roasted duck, Mxiangguo¡ªhot spicy fried noodles, and fresh fruit juices.


    The aroma expelled away previous heavy burden on everyone''s shoulders and allowed the diners to have only one thought¡ªeating.


    Amorette wasn''t in a normal state but that didn''t affect her in the manor, where care and precaution were avable around her.


    Ling Qingyu felt d, she bought this manor along with hiring the staff, who was very responsible in Ling Qingyu''s opinion.


    Before, Denise might have been burdened a lot of the time, when Ling Qingyu wasn''t home, without any opportunity to enjoy her hobby.


    Now, Ling Qingyu noticed her brightened facepared to the past, but her eyes always expressed pity and anger when she looked at Amorette.


    For Denise, Amorette was her mistress and only childhood friend. The two struggled together even during hard times.


    At the end of the dinner, the maids ced refreshments and cleaned the table. Everyone left after a while, continuing their prior hobbies or work.


    Watching her mother leave the table, Ling Qingyu asked Lin Xiao to apany her and spoke to her mother.


    "Mom, I''ll be talking with Aunt Denise for a while."


    "Okay, Sweetie. I''ll continue my painting then. Don''t let me wait, because I might also need her help with painting. Or else, your pocket money won''t be avable." Amorette closed her mouth and chuckled.  special


    "Yes, Mom. Don''t worry, it won''t take a while."


    Ling Qingyu nodded and stopped Denise who was about to follow Amorette; she brought Denise to a quiet ce away from the dining hall.


    As the two walked along the deserted path, Denise asked.


    "What do you want to say to me?"


    "How do you know?" Ling Qingyu suddenly forgot what she wanted to say.


    Denise gave her a speechless look¡ªfor an obvious reason.


    "I see worries or guilts in your eyes," Denise spoke. "Why? You can say anything to me, I''m all ears."


    Ling Qingyu sighed and walked on, her hands behind her back. "Today is a heavy day for me. Many things happened. But the very one fact affecting my heart is¡ªhe called me."


    "He? Oh!." Denise felt confused before she realized who Ling Qingyu was speaking about. "Does he say anything to you?"


    Ling Qingyu looked suspiciously at Denise. Why didn''t Denise feel anything? "Ask about my health and well-being, especially my ident."


    Denise uttered an agreement. "En..Why did he callte then?"


    "Because of something. A disaster fell on his daughter. ording to my investigation, someone is trying to ck her and the family." Ling Qingyu confided the situation afterward.


    Every two seconds or so, Ling Qingyu studied Denise''s expression. As an elder, Denise noticed her behavior and smiled in her heart. "I don''t think that''s all, right?"


    Ling Qingyu nodded hesitantly and said. "I''m thinking about helping his daughter."


    Deniseughed and shook her head, responding to Ling Qingyu''s strange and worried nce. "So, that''s what worrying you. I thought it was something else. There isn''t anything wrong in helping a person."


    Ling Qingyu sighed in relief, understanding Denise didn''t reject her action. "But her parents are more like our¡ª"


    "¡ªenemies." Denise cut in. "Listen, Yu''er. Perhaps your father might be a scum or anything. I don''t ask you to forgive him. I only ask you to not be blinded by hatred. But I suppose I don''t need to worry about your inner emotion since you can let go of your prejudgment over your half-sister."


    She continued. "She and her mother were also the victims in the marriage between aristocratic families. What''s more, as a woman, why must we make things difficult for a woman? Not to mention, they never hurt us in the first ce."


    Ling Qingyu paused her steps and nodded. It seemed Denise was more enlightened than her past Ling Qingyu.


    "Then I''m relieved, not seeing you bother with my action." Ling Qingyu said. "But don''t tell these to my mother."


    "Why would I? I''m not a fool. Go on with your idea; don''t let our existence hold you back." Denise chuckled and paced onward.


    Ling Qingyu followed and enjoyed the night scenery together. The pce structure held a huge space¡ªconsisting of several chambers¡ªand the two walked for a long time, while Ling Qingyu described her cheap sister''s situation and difficulties.


    Hearing this, Denise clicked her tongue. "I really don''t know if I should be happy or something else. As long as that bastard is annoyed, I''m fine but to involve someone else. And I don''t think this should be the only reason you decided to step in."


    "Yes. She''ll stay with us in the future to protect her and guide her too. In addition, you could call it a whim¡ªI suddenly have an idea about stepping into the entertainment industry and expanding my business. That''s still a n for now." Ling Qingyu replied.


    Denise: "I''m sure, you''ll seed in anything you venture in, my dear."


    After a while, both walked outside and looked upward. They were on the west side, where an outdoor swimming pool was within their reach.


    The sky remained unclear. They couldn''t see any stars, probably covered by clouds.


    Decorations of flowerbeds and carefully trimmed ntations wereid on each side of the cobblestone pathway toward the pool.


    Remembering the pool, Ling Qingyu asked: "Aunt Denise, what do you n to do? I mean you couldn''t always be like this. Right now, I hired the staff to amodate everyone. You have free time unlike before¡ªany hobbies, any interests. You must have your dream."


    Ling Qingyu continued: "Don''t refuse me, Aunt. Remember I always have your back. Pursue something you like, just let me know. And ask Lin Xiao if I''m not there. She''ll help you with anything."


    Denise''s eyes whirled inplex emotions. The little Ling Qingyu, she and Amorette protected and taught, had grown up and already shrouded the two under a strong umbre.


    Time was ruthless; it didn''t wait for anyone but luckily Denise felt fortunate. The only dissatisfaction should be Amorette inner heart''s problem.


    Denise shook her head, confused. "I don''t know but I''ll heed your words."


    "Your bones might be rusty if you do nothing. Try it out, have fun." Ling Qingyu didn''t say about the topic anymore and nodded.


    Denise chuckled: "You mean I''m already old? Hmph!"


    Ling Qingyu quickly amended. "Of course not, if we go out together, I''m sure the other will assume we are friends and sisters."


    "Sweet mouth." Denise scoffed but she felt happy.


    Drops of water sshed on Ling Qingyu''s face, prompting her to look up. More and more drizzles fell from the sky and some shed twinkled amidst the cloud.


    "Let''s go back now, Aunt. It''s going to rain." Ling Qingyu held Denise''s arm gently and treaded inside.


    A pity¡ªa stroll enjoying her manor''s beauty was gone. To be honest, Ling Qingyu realized the reason why the two elders loved this activity, because she also fancied walking around, savoring nature and architecture mingled together.


    The sky roared and heavy water poured down. Ling Qingyu and Denise made their way back under the cover on time.


    The two nced at each other andughed, reminiscing the past. A warm cozy atmosphere had gone into a naught.


    Denise returned to Amorette''s side, after patting Ling Qingyu, whose eyes remained on her until she disappeared.

 Chapter 114: Ling Qingyus speechlessness

    Ling Qingyu controlled the urge to inform, she might have a solution for her mother. She wasn''t 100 percent certain yet.


    But if she gave too much hope, which became a disappointmentter on¡ªit would hurt the hearts.


    Better to scrutinize and test everything before implementing a n. Ling Qingyu watched until Denise left and sighed.


    Thunder rattled and Ling Qingyu gazed up. Droplets of water sshed after impacting the floor.


    Silver transparent lines wiggled before her eyes, dancing in the direction of the wind.


    Another excruciating thunder rang again. Ling Qingyu''s eyes reflected the lightning.


    Her hands clenched into a fist. A tired screech struck her ears and a bang.


    A memory of her being helplessly stuck inside her car during her ident reappeared.


    That dark shadow figure again. Ling Qingyu closed her eyes and breathed deeply.


    The scene dissipated and only the rain banging her manor''s roof remained. Perhaps it should be a trauma existing in her body.


    Although Ling Qingyu didn''t lose control of her emotions, she had a subconscious dread of the event. The perfect recollection of her memory appeared as if someone weaved an illusion.


    She rubbed her forehead, thinking she should also see a psychologist. Or maybe because her vengeance hadn''t been fully achieved yet.


    No matter the answer, Ling Qingyu brushed away the thought. One day, sooner orter she would pay back everything.


    Cool air brushed her skin and Ling Qingyu hugged herself. She wore only a simple spa robe and a pair of white slippers.


    Lost in the rainfall, Ling Qingyu retrieved her eyes and headed back inside. A warm shower or bath would do to soothe her aggravation.


    Rustle.


    Inside the bathroom, Ling Qingyu cleansed under the warm shower, she opened a while ago.


    Soaking herself under warm water as it fell on the tub, she began to fill it with water. Sprinkling the water over her skin, Ling Qingyu immersed her mind away from troubles.


    Athena''s high-tech ss stood on the edge of the bathtub as it opened music on speaker mode.


    Ling Qingyu found the devices invented by Athena, very versatile. She even smelled business opportunity from it.


    Of course, she wasn''t lost under the seduction of money because she had to dread her feet on what products she sold.


    For example, too high-tech and very rapid unreasonable rise in her business might rm others to sense her strangeness, especially her enemies.


    Never underestimate the opponent for they would exploit any loopholes or handles one left behind.


    Her n must be thorough in the quest for her business to expand. It must be reasonable and fast in progressive manners.


    Athena''s suggestion of developing first in the software industry seemed not bad. The hardware appeared to be a problem.


    For example, the chip technology and circuit system or integrated circuit must be imported from others. If everything was manufactured by herself, people might doubt her, in contrast to her expectations.


    Take some time, she told herself. Begin with a simple app and move on to researching electronics. A bigger one then a smaller one.


    The n seemed viable and she discussed it with Athena. "What do you think of my n?"


    "I don''t know Mom because I only have minimal contact with humans. So, I couldn''t give a judgment. But based on the mathematical calction with the variable you inputted, the probability is high." Athena''s reply was exactly as Ling Qingyu''s thought.


    After several asions with her AI daughter, Ling Qingyu discovered the peculiarities of her AI, not surprisingly.


    Particrly, in this question, Athena was answering her as a human being first before theter part included her calctions. In theing future, Athena might be an omnipotent schr, excelling in data and possessing human ingenuity.


    Yes, Ling Qingyu must brush off a good favorability from her daughter.


    "Mom requests you to invent a new system app for the phone, where the device can still use both Android and Mac versions." Ling Qingyu decided to experiment with her idea.


    The names and trends of technologies and brands hadn''t changed much from the past world. It remained simr and slightly more advanced.


    If Athena''s creation tested good results, Ling Qingyu would immediately implement the n.


    Softwarepanies rarely require


    too many assets in the preliminary stage and it could begin anywhere.


    Like right now, Ling Qingyu asked Athena to develop a new software and waited for her daughter''s reply.


    It took 3-5 seconds before she heard the reply. "Mom, I have finished your request. Wanna try?"


    Ling Qingyu almost slipped. Well, she was sitting ducks in the tub initially. So, only her butts could slip.


    "Good daughter. You''re very talented." Ling Qingyu could only say. "I''ll try it after I finish bathing."


    "Okay, Mom. Athena is bing shy because of your praise." A soft squeamish coquettish voice echoed in the bathroom.


    It hadn''t even passed one minute and Ling Qingyu guaranteed theputing power mode of Athena was in low-consumption spec.


    Even then Athena''s efficiency was very high. Not to mention, Athena''s concentration wasn''t solely on her.


    Since Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue alsomunicated with Athena, they usually delegated tasks to her daughter.


    Ling Qingyu could guess, Athena was multi-tasking. Her thoughts trailed to Tang Ziyi''s strange behavior these days.


    Disappearing from her sight there wasn''t anything for her to do and whenever Ling Qingyu asked, Tang Ziyi responded with a mysterious smile.


    Asking Xiao Yue also got the same results except with more description. "Preparing for a surprise!"


    Ling Qingyu was aware Athena was part of their acts. So, she attempted to get the news from her daughter but was rejected.


    At least, Athena''s wordsforted her¡ªa surprise for her and a big project. As for how big it was, Ling Qingyu had no idea.


    The recent enigmatic behavior of her confidantes scratched her curious heart. An urge to unwrap and unbundle the hidden box lingered around her.


    Ling Qingyu leaned backward on the cold yetfortable ceramic as her hands hugged outside the tub. She sighed out, both satisfied and dissatisfied.


    Dissatisfied because her daughter now knew how to hide things from her. Satisfied because her body felt great immersed in the warm bath after a massage session and a walk outside.


    "Athena, you say, if I want to get very rich like rank at the very top, without cheats, and very fast, what will you propose?" Ling Qingyu asked. She didn''t care about the answer because her goals were getting nearer but hearing it from Athena could make her understand more about her daughter''s thought process.


    "Hmm," Ling Qingyu heard her sweet voice, exhibiting she was thinking for a moment. How cute!


    "Mom, given the variables you''ve limited, the fastest method should be¡ªamong the richest list across the globe, males made up more than 90 percent of the time. Since Mom is a female¡ª"


    Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched, somehow expecting what Athena said next might stun her.


    "¡ªyou can match with them. Through various disguises and arts of seduction, Athena can guarantee, that any males will fall for you. The n is to marry them and kill them quietly while transferring the money to several ounts, evading the trails. One by one as long as Mom grasped all of their finance, you''re not far from inheriting 80 percent of the world''s wealth."


    Ling Qingyu sank under the water to cleanse her soul and body. She only had one thought¡ªwhen had her daughter be so evil!


    Ling Qingyu even envisioned Athena smiling at her, with her fangs out of her mouth along with the dimples on the side.


    The devil tails behind her raised up in anticipation, waiting for her mother''s praise.

 Chapter 115: Cai Ning

    Ling Qingyu only wanted to p herself on the head. She was cheering for her daughter, not long ago for her sensible mindset but it seemed it was only toward familiars.


    To those outside of Athena''s concern, she treated everything coldly and merely pursued the highest gain.


    Like now, Ling Qingyu asked in curiosity how Athena might n out the future. The result was terrifying and Ling Qingyu understood Athena must be handled properly.


    She didn''t me her cheap daughter too much but onlymented her carelessness in teaching Athena.


    Science subjects, involving data and calctions posed no problems for Athena. However, regarding humanity, morals, and ethics, Athena severelycked all of those.


    When Athena was expecting her mother to support her ideas, she heard a sigh. Ling Qingyu carefully constructed her words to not stress and press down Athena''s mood.


    "Athena, your n stillcked realities. Without control and conscience, you''ll never seed in these steps. Intricacies in the human world are not as simple as you think. Why don''t you read those humanities, social science, politics, histories, and moral ethics on the inte?"


    "¡ªOkay Mom." Athena replied softly in contrast to her previous energetic appearance.


    Ling Qingyu said to cheer up. "You''re still young and Mom is proud, you can n things out. But bear in mind, that you''ll face limitations and obstacles. Not to mention, if you want to be like mom, you must have clear boundaries in your approach."


    "Yes, Mom."


    "Have you finished reading everything?" Ling Qingyu asked because she knew Athena''sputing power could solve any question rapidly.


    "Yes, Mom. But I''m still extracting the deeper meaning, likely to take another hour or so." Athena replied in a low voice, obviously frightened her capability might disappoint Ling Qingyu.


    In contrast, Ling Qingyu, despite being initially bbergasted, realized why the results were the opposite of her expectations.


    These subjects, unlike science and math, didn''t have a universal truth where a simple calction could achieve.


    They consisted of personal truths and ideological truths, where the battles of ideas urred throughout human history.


    It was never a simple yes or no question. Rights and wrongs became gray.


    But Ling Qingyu also smiled, probably hoping to see Athena''s change. She decided she must guide her daughter to walk on the righteous path.


    ...¡­.


    While Ling Qingyu nned to spend a peaceful night, guiding her daughter to avoid walking on a crooked path, the others were in a dilemma.


    Ancient teahouse¡ªthe most gathered ce for the political elite.


    Rain fell upon the fragile antique renovated roof tiles of the houses. Surrounded by bamboo ntations, the teahouse or the club consisted of several housings and courtyards.


    It provided services both indoors and outdoors. The charm from the dynasty era captivating any visitors and soothing them from troubles.


    The sound of rain on the tiled roofs and wooden eaves merged with the soft melodies of traditional instruments, creating a symphony that resonated through the air


    The teahouse''s intricate wooden fa?ade, weathered by the years, exuded an aura of mystique. Rednterns swayed gently, their warm glow diffused by the rain-kissed windows, casting inviting shadows on the cobblestone path that led inside.


    Along the footpath, various flowers were nted in formations and connected ponds where golden fishes dwell happily in the water, sshing ripples and fallen leaves.


    In spite of its wooden architecture, mostly relying on the design of the dynasty era, the indoors still followed up time.


    The interior was an opulent blend of crimson and gold, its wall adorned with intricately embroidered tapestry that depicted scenes of historical elegance.


    Smoke from fragrant incense spiraled and permeated across several connected rooms, along with air conditions and marble flooring.


    Yang Qingyue was inside one of the rooms or¡­ a house. The club service also provided the booking of separate bungalows away from the eyes and ears of others.


    She stayed inside a huge hall and sat on a strong wooden chair. She was alone yet exhibited fiery energy.


    Yang Qingyue focused her hands as theypleted theplicated tea arts. Twirling the hot tea with her right hand holding the cup, Yang Qingyu blew a little before taking a sip.


    With her eyes closed to heighten her senses, shevished the deep bitter yet refreshing taste and sighed in satisfaction.


    A feat only avable in a family with a strong inheritance or when practiced several times in her life.


    In contrast to the surroundings, Yang Qingyue wore a leather jacket over her yellow shirt inside with long dark blue pants and a pair of walking shoes.


    Simple, stylish andfy without any seriousness.


    She closed her eyes, enjoying her tea and listening to the chatter of the raindroplets until footsteps captured her attention.


    Turning her head at the sound of footsteps, Yang Qingyue saw a woman walking toward her, guided by a female staff in red cheongsam, under a particr protected pathway.


    Sheltered from rain, there weren''t any worries for the club to cause trouble for their customers. But it prevented the guests from relishing their stride and immersing themselves in the ancient atmospherebined with natural features.


    The feeling was different and most guests preferred walking on one. Now that the rain poured, only the choice of walking on an alternative sheltered path remained.


    Seeing the familiar woman, Yang Qingyue clicked her tongue at the exaggerated outfits¡ªa straw hat, long mocha brown trench coat, long dark aurora blue jeans and a pair of high-heel boots with silver linings in the center.


    Even though today''s meeting was important, sheined about her friend''s fashion sense. To be frank, no one would know or guess her identity based on the luxurious and trending outlooks.


    One might only guess, this woman lived a luxurious life under the parent''s shelter, spoiled and arrogant.


    Who knew the woman''s work could scare the officials to shit in their pants? Who realized under thedylike appearance was a strong capable and ferocious woman, whose skills Yang Qingyue must admit defeat.


    The staff bowed when they reached their destination and left. The woman smiled and continued her pace.


    Yang Qingyue snorted. "Hmph, why are you always dressing up beautiful?"


    The woman was bbergasted by Yang Qingyue''s response. Instead, she anticipated her friend would spring up from her seat and hug her hard.


    What was with this mockery?


    Unsure, her head tilted several times, looking at herself. No problem.


    "What''s the matter? I think I''m normal." The woman rolled her eyes and spoke.


    "Not at all for those who understand you deeply," Yang Qingyue folded her hands and retorted.


    "Aiya! You should be weing your friend warmly," the woman shook her head inint. "We haven''t met each other for a long time.


    "Tsk¡­It''s only been a month or more." Yang Qingyue replied.


    "Anyway, it should be me, who mustin your attire. What''s with this¡­hmm¡­this set? So unfashionable." The woman said bitterly. "I''m sure your mother must cry when she sees you like this."


    Afterward, she took out her phone from the pocket of her trench coat and attempted to capture Yang Qingyue''s outfit.


    Hearing the threat and possible headache from her home, Yang Qingyue stood up and cried: "Cai Ning! YOU BETTER keep your phones out!"


    Cai Ning was unfazed as she captured several snaps. When Yang Qingyue rushed to snatch the device, she was prepared.


    No matter how Yang Qingyue reached her hand and used multiple techniques, it failed.


    Cai Ning was as slippery as a loach, sidestepping, bending her waist or pushing away Yang Qingyue in another direction.


    Yang Qingyue''s strength was weak in front of her.


    The two girls yed around until Yang Qingyue surrendered. "No more. No more. I give up. Just don''t send the photos to my mom."


    "Then, you better let me dress you up. Hehe..hehe." Cai Ning giggled as she waved her phone screen proudly at the young superintendent.


    After a pause, Yang Qingyue gritted her teeth. "Deal!"

 Chapter 116: Preparation

    After a yful banter between the two, a serious atmosphere returned, in preparation for what was about to happen next.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning sat down on each other''s side while Cai Ning stared at the superintendent, her eyes narrowed.


    The young policewoman made a warm tea for her friend meticulously. Her gestured exhibiting arts for the watchers to enjoy.


    But that didn''t include Cai Ning. To her, except for the beautiful movement of her friend''s graceful hands, she found nothing appealing.


    After Yang Qingyue finished her tea brewing, she handed it over to her friend for a sip. Cai Ningbing sniffed the warm air wafted out of the liquid and was refreshed.


    Her mouth parted as she gently sipped. Little by little to avoid her tongue getting burnt.


    Afterward, Cai Ning pouted her lips and exhaled: "Good tea."


    Yang Qingyue''s eyes turned suspicious, disbelieving her friend studied tea arts toment on her brewing.


    "You know tea art?" Yang Qingyue sounded strange.


    "Of course." Cai Ning nodded. "You don''t look at those old men discussing and speaking poems after saying ''good tea''. Even the novels depicted the same."


    p.


    Yang Qingyue fondled her forehead after pping the back of her friend''s neck. Exactly as she expected.


    Trying to emte the experts withoutprehension of any tea spoiled her eyes. Forget about her, she should focus on tonight''s main theme.


    "Thank you for joining in to support me." Yang Qingyue sighed and said.


    Cai Ning rubbed the area on the back of her head, where Yang Qingyue whacked it mercilessly. Luckily, she didn''t loosen her grip on the cup or subconsciously clench it.


    "You shouldn''t hurt my head. Who knows you might be the reason why I''m out of ideas these days." Cai Ning clicked her tongue. "And no thank you. You shouldpensate for that previous p. Now you owe me twice."


    The most fashionably dresseddy folded her arms and stared at Yang Qingyue, who avoided her nce.


    "Ahem! Don''t worry there''ll be many opportunities in our province."


    "Tsk¡­Don''t I know the mess in your area¡­huh? Speaking of, are you certain to go on with your idea." Cai Ning asked.


    "Sure, there''s no turning back. It''s been so long, I''ve had enough of these officials. If not for my work, I won''t bother to talk. Here, have a look." Yang Qingyu''s hands pressed the ck two-pocket folder and slid it across the table to her friend.


    "What''s in it?" Cai Ning asked as she drew the folder closer.


    Unfolding it, she saw loads of papers, concerning reports and photographs. Turning it over one by one, these lists contained the names and information rted to the police officers, who died in the line of duty.


    Also included were the names of ordinary people who suffered from the inaction of the police and those who reported intels tow enforcement.


    Most of the events were 4-5 years old. The problem was someone closed their cases forcibly and there wasn''t any progress.


    "I have had enough. I didn''t expect the force to be this degenerate." Yang Qingyue clenched her fists as she spoke. "My heart burns with rage and almost causes impulsive actions several times when I read these."


    "Um." Cai Ning eyed her friend and muttered in agreement. Her expression still remained stoic.


    Seeing Cai Ning expressionless, Yang Qingyue cursed. "Don''t you have any emotion? Where does your heart go?"


    Her friend shrugged: "It''s not a day or two I''ve seen deaths."


    Yang Qingyue got closer in annoyance and snarled. "You know I''m not talking about this."


    She mmed on the folder and turned on page after page. "Policeman killed due to knife attack. The suspect was apprehended and let go."


    "Another one, Look at the young policeman full of justice. His mother gave birth to a good man and only had him to survive. He died of gunshots wound. Gunshots! Do you hear me?! And nothing happens, no investigation, no arrest."


    "This family got destroyed because they reported and damaged the criminals'' activities. Police can''t even protect them."


    "Finally, look at this young girl. Only around 20 years old. This policewoman was undercover agent. She was brutally murdered after being discovered. It''s obvious why her cover was blown. A youth whose age should have been enjoying her life became a cold body.


    No police action for her, because she is an orphan? Cai Ning, have some sense of humanity!"


    Yang Qingyue''s beration didn''t bring difort to Cai Ning, whose eyes also looked back at her friend''s outraged eyes.


    She didn''t speak until Yang Qingyue copsed onto the back of her seat and eximed. "Before we met each other in the past, I didn''t see you clearly. But now, you''ve changed from the friend I''m familiar with. What has the organization done?"


    Yang Qingyue was proud of her friend who she grew up together as close sisters, when she heard Cai Ningbing was joining another government department when they joined the police together.


    A department only a few elite and most capable officers could join. Only now, Yang Qingyue began to worry about Cai Ning''s psychology.


    "People change, Sister Qingyue. People change." Cai Ning replied in a soft gentle tone.


    "You should get out and retire. I know I don''t have the right to speak like this bute back I need you; after tonight, leave the organization. Don''t worry about anything. I have your back as always." Yang Qingyue pleaded.


    She didn''t like her sister getting colder and colder without having any necessary emotions a human being should have.


    Cai Ning merely smiled, her eyes warm at her friend''s concern. Her head showed the movement of rejection.


    "Don''t shake your head in front of me. Don''t you dare?" Yang Qingyue interrupted. Her worries about theing ideas to be implemented went away after realizing she needed to address her friend''s problem immediately.


    "Sister Qingyue, stop worrying about me. I''m fine."


    "No, you''re not. It is too obvious. Don''t refuse my offer; otherwise, I''llin to my mother and forcibly transfer you to me." Yang Qingyue grabbed her friend''s arms and caressed her skin.


    "Okay, we''ll talk about thister. I promise you. First, let''s finish your n tonight. I''ll give you my full support." Cai Ning replied, gently patting Yang Qingyue''s hand.


    Seeing her friend''s reluctance to the topic, Yang Qingyue decided to stop pressuring her for now. "You should see a psychologist, Sister Ning. You aren''t¡­..normally you. Although your treatment toward me hasn''t changed the slightest, I don''t want any harm bothering you."


    "Okay," Cai Ning could only nod to appease her sister.


    "You didn''t know the details of my n. So, let me exin." Yang Qingyue was about to continue when she was cut off by Cai Ning.


    "Have you checked the surroundings?"


    "Done. Except for distant audio seeker, which I can''t detect. Everything is fine. Besides we aren''t going to say direct words."


    Cai Ning motioned for Yang Qingyue to continue her exnation. Listening more and more, Cai Ning had a suspicion.


    Yang Qingyue''s sense of justice was one aspect. Another was her conjecture of someone guiding her friend, which she didn''t like at all.


    Cai Ning waited and allowed Yang Qingyue to finish before questioning about the informants who were purposely providing guidance and evidence, that Yang Qingyue could make use of.


    Cai Ning was worried Yang Qingyue might be impulsive, hurting her future career path in the officialdom.


    She, who joined the organization, had a stronger awareness of the intricacies involved in the upper circle. Treading carefully on a thin rope, silent knives weaved behind the scenes.


    Under Cai Ning''s pressure, Yang Qingyue replied. "We''re just making use of each other."


    That meant her friend knew the identity of her helper based on her tone. Well, it seemed she must stay beside Yang Qingyue to protect her from hidden danger.


    There must be a catch for the helper to support Yang Qingyue. Before investigating thoroughly, Cai Ning couldn''t expel her worries.


    "Alright, Sister Ning needs not to be anxious. I know her and the reason why she helps me. We''re in the same boat on this journey. Plus, it''s rare to have some camaraderie between us, especially in Province N where morals and ethics went downhill. People survive stepping over one another."

 Chapter 117: The mayor, the judge, and the commissioner

    Under the rain, inside one of the bungalows.


    While the two beautiful women conversed, one of them would brew tea and talk about her ns, while the other listened patiently and pointed out the problems.


    One of them wore a fashionable outlook,dy attire. Her long ck hair was tied in a ponytail reaching over the shoulder. Her strong piercing eyes melted, listening to the other''s speech.


    The other woman dressed very simply as if dressing more would cause a toll on herself. Her hair only reached the length of the shoulders but was tied on a bundle behind her head.


    Her excited eyes beamed as she drew and spoke out her n.


    Time passed as Cai Ning struggled to ept Yang Qingyue''s helper was reliable. As for the reason, her friend simply stated the helper''s identity, which she didn''t know at the moment.


    Cai Ning could only nod after hearing Yang Qingyue''s persistence. She knew her friend transferred to a dangerous post, not only for merits but also for justice.


    A strong desire for justice stood strong inside Yang Qingyue. She had known this type of personality since young.


    Only those whose vibration lingered at the same frequency as hers could stand her character and receive Yang Qingyue''s trust and respect.


    This person seemed to acknowledge Yang Qingyue''s talent and character. Plus, the current n didn''t matter regardless of how this person acted in the future.


    As long as the two solved the main corruption in the leadership position among the police, the rest would follow the trend.


    It would only be a matter of time, the cityw enforcement would go in the correct direction under the leadership of Yang Qingyue.


    The role Cai Ning yed was indispensable for the initial stage. Her connections and resources could alleviate Yang Qingyue''s predicaments by several margins.


    In other words, Cai Ning was a force multiplies in Yang Qingyue''s hands. Her eyes smiled at the thought of being able to contribute to Yang Qingyue.


    Soon, time passed, and three more visitors in ck suits arrived. Their irregr hurried footsteps showed they weren''t as calm as shown outside.


    Cai Ning took note of their behavior and saw their expression. None of them looked good. Fear and anger.


    Cai Ning understood the reason, mostly attributed to Yang Qingyue. She also thought her friend was too direct.


    The long deep-rooted hidden rules were messed around by Yang Qingyue. Fortunately, her family background retained her life.


    Since Yang Qingyue was keen to walk on this path regardless of the danger, as a good sister, Cai Ning would follow suit.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning stood up from the chair to give respect, at least for the outsiders to see.


    Even though they were disgusted with the three officialsing today, the public etiquette must bepleted.


    It wasn''t a requirement but since the two sides hadn''tpletely torn the paper, it was best to go subtle.


    "Commissioner, Mayor, and Your Honor. I''m very excited, the three of you epted this meeting." Yang Qingyue greeted everyone and gestured for them to take a seat. "Please have a seat."


    One of them snorted and the other expressionlessly sat down. The waitresses who guided them didn''t expect the three men to be very big.


    Controlling their emotions, the waitressespleted their jobs before being shooed away by Yang Qingyue.


    What they were about to speak next wasn''t suitable for others to hear. She couldn''t guarantee if she could protect their life if such a situation urred.


    Province N was known to be notorious and its reputation wasn''t without a reason. Now, that would change starting from this city and tonight.


    "I''m not excited at all. What is your meaning?" The Police Commissioner asked sternly.


    "I thought I was the only one and didn''t expect another two." The mayor chuckled but his eyes were cold.


    "Now, now. You two. Control yourself. The worst hasn''t happened. What do you want Officer Yang." Thest person was a judge, in charge of court rulings in City N and beyond.


    Yang Qingyue invited the three men for a conversation. Of course, her invitation was coercing them to show up.


    The evidence gained from her ally¡ªLing Qingyu¡ªmitigated her action. Even if based on the power behind her and her current official rank, Yang Qingyu could never invite these men easily.


    Although they might not outright refuse her, they would dy by giving various reasons, Yang Qingyu would be helpless against.


    Now a simple encrypted email gathered the three at a moment''s notice.


    "I didn''t mean anything. After all, our three big men here wouldn''t give me a face at all and I have no choice but to offend you." Yang Qingyue shrugged.


    "Then you better tell us what do you want?" The mayor went directly to the main theme. He understood Yang Qingyue was more direct than himself.


    It must be in her n to slowly creep up the conversation.


    "Aiya, be patient. Officer Yang, I must remind you that you''re in Province N. There are many dangers here. Who knows what ident will pop up." The judge made a threat.


    Yang Qingyue smiled but her cold eyesnded on the judge, who almost flinched. "I must say the same to you, your honor. If you want to be unscrupulous, you''re wee to do so. I will follow suit."


    She gazed at the other two. "Now because we''re all ying by the book. I hope that we can continue this way for the peace of Province N. Else, you don''t want the gang rivalry case happening near your residence, right? Our three Sirs?"


    Who didn''t know how to threaten others? Although Yang Qingyue preferred legal methods, she wasn''t stubborn enough to keep her feet on this restricted path.


    One must remember her family had taught everything she needed to know in the officialdom.


    It was only because she didn''t want herself to be someone who easily abused thew. From her experience, she understood some people could bend and stretch the rules.


    But she believed the final victor would always be justice. Well, that was before.


    After interacting with the three men, whose high prestige and reputations overwhelmed her, Yang Qingyue found out they were no different from the gang members when someone touched their interest.


    A big fish eating a small fish. The only exception was their uniform, publicly epted and honored.


    An irony for those men and women who gave their lives in the line of duty for the corrupt leaders whose minds only focused on gaining wealth and power.


    Ling Qingyu''s reminder of the previous day rang in her mind again. Perhaps, she was right.


    Her illegal justice sent a message and punishments to these gangs deserved. Because of her, although the undercurrent in Province N hadn''t stopped, things had calmed down.


    Only Yang Qingyue guessed why these gangs were targeted. No one knew the reason for the deadly sh.


    Violence controlling violence was what she hated to see. That was why she immediately talked Ling Qingyu out of this behavior, fearing the young woman might always resort to this option.


    Yet, someone taking an honorable official post dared to threaten her. Although what the man spoke was reasonable, Yang Qingyue wouldn''t give an inch.


    Her family background was her confidence and her personal strength was another.


    Herter sentence struck panic inside the three men''s minds. They exchanged nces, especially the judge, whose face was drenched in cold sweats.


    "You''re disrupting the hidden rules many agreed." The mayor cut in. "Even if your family is from the capital. A dragon must also tread carefully in the snake den. A powerful dragon can never defeat a local snake."


    "Thank you for your reminder, Mr. Mayor." Yang Qingyu replied. "I''ll also return a sentence¡ªeven the mightiest eagle must beware of a clever trap set by the smallest mouse. And please remember the reason why you''re here is because I''m that mouse. Not to mention, this mouse has her guardian as a dragon."

 Chapter 118: Negotiation

    Themissioner on the side interrupted. "But your dragon isn''t the only dragon."


    "Same here, there''re still other snakes prying for your positions." Yang Qingyue was nomittal with her words.


    She knew her family also had enemies and likewise the same applied to the three officials before her.


    A tit for tat began in the conversation. Listening from the sideline, Cai Ning expected the future negotiations to be problematic but Yang Qingyue gave her a signal to calm down.


    Silence ensued as each side calcted the opponent''s move. One mishap might ruin everything they had striven for.


    One spark could light up and engulf the people inside this room in mes, that could be toote and difficult to stop by then.


    "So, what''s your n and what do you want?" The mayor finally spoke and the momentum dissipated.


    Based on Yang Qingyue''s tone and expression, she never meant to dere war on them. She was correct¡ªif she wanted to press them down, several other methods existed.


    And directly confronting them was the least effective. There was only one exception¡ªshe wanted something from them.


    "Since Sir Mayor said everything, I don''t think I need to exin further." Yang Qingyue leaned forward with her left arm on the table and said. "There are two things. First, I want you to appoint me as the police chief of City N."


    "Impossible!" The judge eximed, prompting everyone to gawk at him and stammered afterward. "Ahem¡ªI mean you must achieve merits and have sufficient service time to qualify for this post."


    The others rolled their eyes at his remarks. Who didn''t know the current police chief of City N was the nephew-inw of the judge?


    Of course, he would defend his rtives. But the eyes of the two men, who also had the same trouble as him, pressured his decision.


    In the end, he could only weakly state: "Alright, you gotta help me transfer my nephew to another post."


    Themissioner and the mayor nodded, agreeing with this notion. At the same time, they were relieved Yang Qingyue wasn''t asking more while their contempt increased at the young police officer.


    Still wanna y ginger in front of the old, you''re too young. That was the collective thought of the three.


    "Wait a minute, gentleman. Not so fast. I haven''t said that was everything and I''m sorry to disappoint you, judge, your option doesn''t exist." Yang Qingyue added. Hearing her speak, the other three had a bad premonition.


    "I haven''t talked about my second. I''ll be arresting the police chief and his son on the charges of sexual battery, assault, and sex trafficking. All the high-ranking police officials will be arrested for corruption, unauthorized use of force, and endangering public security and fellow officers. These are some gists, more charges may pressed up based on the evidence. I want your approval."


    "Yang Qingyue! You''re really provoking us?!" Themissioner gritted his teeth. These were his rtives and associates who might soon suffer.


    Although they were far distant ording to their ancestry and not close, Yang Qingyue''s decision didn''t mean to give him any face.


    There was no way she missed this information. She wanted him to send his own rtives behind bars. An utter humiliation.


    "This is the deal or your careers will be ruined. Make a choice." Yang Qingyue made her threat obvious. She preferred they epted her deal.


    Sure, she could exploit the evidence and send it to their opponents and bring them down; it was going to take more time before her offer could be implemented.


    Who knew whether the new ones she made a deal with stayed to the agreement?


    And none of the officials in Province N were good ones. They were from the same breed. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning reckoned the deal was better with these three.


    Yang Qingyue''s desire to solve quickly could be attributed to Ling Qingyu''s promise. Even though she should never rely on others, her gut feeling told Yang Qingyue to take a leap of faith.


    Either way, she had nothing to lose. Changing thew and order in Province N was already difficult in the first ce.


    If she received Ling Qingyu''s help, the result would be immense. Or that was what her intuition told her.


    Deadlocked gazes spiraled over the table until themissioner spoke: "Miss Yang might have a wrong impression of how things work in Province N. Let me teach you a lesson."


    He took out the gun along with the holster attached to his waist and nted it on a table.


    "Oh! This is your lesson." Yang Qingyue''s eyes narrowed while Cai Ning looked at the dangerous event with nonchnt eyes, leaning her face over her palm on the table.


    Yang Qingyue was the only person who felt the cold air around her friend and tapped the table in rhythm.


    "Someone tries to assassinate me, the police official, but the shots miss and unfortunately kill the youngest superintendent. In the midst of chaos, because of our bodyguard''s presence, the assant has no choice but to escape and police investigation leads to a dead-end."


    As the important officials working in the most dangerous province, having bodyguards surrounding them was a must. Yang Qingyue wasn''t surprised to hear, they still had followers outside.


    Two threats. To shoot her and even if she seeded in resisting the first part, she would still go down ording to the script.


    The judge also acted simrly as his hand drew away part of a shirt, revealing a pistol. The mayor''s face got frightened as his mind raced about how to de-escte the impending crisis.


    "Can you really bear the wrath of my family," Yang Qingyue asked curiously.


    "This is Province N; anything could happen." Themissioner shrugged.


    "You better rephrase your words, youngdy," the judge chuckled from the side.


    "How about I rewrite the script¡ªthe young naive yet passionate policewoman intends to interrogate her superiors face-to-face because she has clear evidence and in order to save the entire police force''s reputation, she advises the corrupted officials to step down and admit guilt or she would imprison them herself.


    The enraged officials lost their minds and attacked her with their pistols but the policewoman is a highly trained elite and a superb marksman. Having no choice, she fired rounds after rounds to save her life. Even the bodyguards the officials brought are her enemies. One against many. Fortunately, she has her trusted and skilled partner on her side.


    Plus, she ces other righteous officers she trusts, who are willing to die for the peace of City N, around the tea house, ready for any action."


    Yang Qingyue calmly spoke, not at all affected by their intimidation. As she narrated, she also pulled her jacket a little, revealing her gun holstered in on the waist. She stood up and ced her buttocks on the table.


    Sitting on the high position, she looked down at the three officials. While Cai Ning cooperated with her friend''s words and opened her trench coat, revealing a pistol inside her shoulder holster and cing her palm over the grip gently.


    The two childhood friends grinned, their expressions simr and thoughts running at the same frequency.


    Themissioner gulped in trepidation. The judge''s face showed hesitation. Obviously, Yang Qingyue''s threat impaled straight into their fragility.


    Based on their knowledge of Yang Qingyue, they understood her marksmanship and reaction were excellent.


    They concluded before they had time to draw their guns, bullets had already blown their brains out.


    And they never expected a simple girl, dressed like a spoileddy also carry a pistol. Two old men versus two young elite policewomen, who trained regrly.


    The result couldn''t be without a doubt. In addition, Yang Qingyue''s description of her reinforcement in the vicinity dissipated any of the remaining malevolent thoughts.


    The mayor was the only innocent between the sh. He almost peed on his pants in shame. Schrs lost in front of the guns and the mayor understood this meaning deep in his heart.

 Chapter 119: A deal

    The three old men''s faces weren''t good. All options on the table were extinguished by Yang Qingyue''s move.


    They grasped the teacup and drank all of it, not savoring the exquisite taste inside the content.


    "I think we have an agreement," the mayor said after seeing the scenario had calmed down. His entire back was wet with cold sweat.


    Yang Qingyue gestured with her head meaning it depended on themissioner and the judge.


    They were in a dilemma. On the one side, Yang Qingyue wanted to harm their rtives. On the other side, their position remained no longer safe and their future career path seemed under the control of Yang Qingyue.


    Although the clever policewoman gave them a handle in exchange, for the promotion of her rank and authority, they knew for a fact that Yang Qingyue could achieve these in a matter of time.


    The only puzzle in their eyes was why Yang Qingyue seemed very keen and anxious. In the end, they reckoned it might be the reform she intended to implement in the city.


    Seeing the other two still in contemtion, the mayor with a curious pair of eyes looked at Cai Ning. "Miss Yang, may I know who this colleague of yours is?"


    "Of course, I didn''t mean to hide her. She used to be my fellow officers back in the rookie days. Now she works under MSS." Yang Qingyue introduced her friend ording to her n at the beginning.


    "MSS!" Themissioner and the judge broke their thoughts after hearing Yang Qingyue''s words.


    The mayor was confused for a moment before he realized Cai Ning''s identity. The three of them had fear in their expressions, their eyes widened in disbelief.


    Did they just threaten the child of the officials in the Capital, right in front of MSS? Wasn''t it cing their heads in front of the barrel?


    They were clearly seeking death. If MSS got involved, there could be no retreat in their career.


    Do as Yang Qingyue says and the status quo remains. Or, resist and prepare to be surely liquidated afterward.


    Thew enforcement system in Country C had three separate branches working together for national security.


    Ministry of Public Security functioned as all domestic police activity in the country. Ministry of Justice oversaw the prison operations and had prison police serving under it.


    MSS¡ªMinistry of State Security¡ªwas the security and secret police agency, enforcing political security and served as the principal civilian intelligence and counterintelligence, both domestic and foreign.


    MSS had the legal right to kill without impunity if the well-being of the high officials from the capital were threatened. That meant their previous act against Yang Qingyue also followed under this condition.


    This was the reason why the three men suddenly regretted it. Now, they understood why Yang Qingyue had confidence.


    The agency worked to suppress dissidents and served directly under the minister and the president.


    Was that supposed to ry the message that the head of state was watching their moves?


    Had the current situation in Province N got the attention of the central government and political reshuffling was on the way?


    "I apologize, Miss Yang, for harming you with our jokes." Themissioner spoke. "You see the condition of Province N required an iron fist and steadfast leader in the police agency. It was a test to see your character."


    "Yes, it was a test. High threats and dangers exist everywhere in this province." The judge added hurriedly.


    "So, did I pass the test, wlessly gentlemen?" Yang Qingyue sat down back in her chair and asked, amused.


    "Of course. We''re relieved to see my city''s security under your leadership." The mayor said with a broken smile.


    Yang Qingyue gave Cai Ning a sly nce. See problems solved with your identity.


    Cai Ning rolled her eyes. She had the resources and power to help Yang Qingyue but they would never overstep since MSS wasn''t really involved.


    Except for her authorized role to protect Yang Qingyue from danger, which meant she could take action under the guise of MSS, Yang Qingyue could only walk on her own.


    Officer Yang wasn''t satisfied with the mayor''s promise. She needed the other two to bow their head under her condition. "How about themissioner and the judge? What do you think of the deal?"


    The two men nced at each other and swallowed theirints. It was definitely ufortable to be led around.


    "I''ll promote your rank to the supervisor 3rd ss, having an authority of supervisor 1st ss. You''ll be an acting police chief of City N."


    "I''ll ept your warrant request, permitting your arrest to have an immediate effect by tomorrow."


    Noting the two had given up resistance, Yang Qingyue didn''t press hard. She said: "I won''t care about your past for now but don''t let me get another handle. We have a deal and we''ll stay this way. But I hope you try to avoid breakingws because I won''t give you face by that time."


    The two parties came to an agreement. No matter how close one had a rtionship with another, people wanted to survive. The trios before Yang Qingyue only saved their official political career.


    They relinquished their chess pieces and maintained their position. Yang Qingyue wasn''t worried about them giving her stumbling blocks.


    In fact, the three were in trouble, losing trust among their subordinates. Who would even give their loyalty to someone who could even surrender their rtives during a crisis?


    Their inability to protect their subordinates would soon dwell in the other''s minds and give their political opponents the opportunity to step in.


    Yang Qingyue devised a vicious n and the three understood their situation well. But opposing her meant an immediate crisis. Following her words, they could live long and struggle ahead.


    As for whether they could grasp their chances, nobody thought deeply.


    After eating light meals and enjoying the tea, the three men left. Yang Qingyue chuckled and mocked herself inwardly.


    Atst, she was no different from Ling Qingyu. Cai Ning patted her friend''s arm in understanding. "Remember right and wrong don''t apply here. As long as your justice stands strong in your heart, you are still you."


    "Thank you, Sister Ning." Yang Qingyue grasped Cai Ning''s palm hard.


    "But are you sure of letting them go? You know they can harm you in this Province." Cai Ning showed worries. After all, theworks in Province N from her observation were weaved intricately.


    "Even though I can''t give justice to those who suffered under their action. Give me time, I''ll prove it to the entire province¡ªJustice may bete but it will never disappear." Yang Qingyue replied with a shaking head. "They must be set free for a while before their power dissipates to prevent them from jumping over the wall. Now that I''m weak, I must know my own affairs."


    Cai Ning sighed in relief, satisfied her friend had strong self-control: "How about your security? Dangers might pop out from anywhere."


    Yang Qingyue gave a mysterious smirk: "Don''t I Have you?"


    Cai Ning''s corner of the mouth trembled andughed. "You slick girl. Do you want me to work hard for you? Thinking too much!"


    "Don''t worry. You''ll be working under me soon. If you don''t quit yourself, you''ll be relieved of your duty. Who made me have a powerful mother?" Yang Qingyue patted her chest with pride.


    Cai Ning''s eyelids twitched after hearing Yang Qingyue mention her mother. "Damn, Yang Qingyue. I''ll kill you."


    Cai Ning stepped out of her chair and lunged over her friend,unching a killer move¡ªtickling Yang Qingyue''s waist.


    "Dare you to move me! HUh!"


    "Haha¡­No, stop Sister Ning. I beg you. Oh my!" Yang Qingyue slithered her waist andughed uncontrobly.


    Under the rush of pouring rain, beautiful chimes ofughter erupted inside the bungalow, drawing smiles from the waitresses who heard themotion.


    Young is good.


    Only if they didn''t know the two banteringdies went through a life and death situation tonight.

 Chapter 120: Cold CEO playing games?

    In contrast to Yang Qingyue''s near-sh gunfight, Ling Qingyu''s mood was on the other spectrum


    Hopping on herrge bed, Ling Qingyu bumped a couple of times, her eyes deadlocked on the phone.


    Athena had already developed a new phone system and Ling Qingyu decided to test it out.


    After creating a backup for her files, Athena downloaded the files, installed the software, and restarted the device.


    Ling Qingyu was looking forward to her daughter''s creation. The screen remained ck before it brightened into a white background.


    A ck silhouette of a warrioress in ancient Greek style appeared. Holding a big buckler on her left hand and a spear on her right, the female shape stood strong.


    Underneath the shadowy the software name¡ªAthena. And more words written underneath¡ªSpirit Electronics.


    Okay! Ling Qingyu smiled helplessly. "Athena, what''s with the shape and the software name?"


    "Mom, it''s the figure of the ancient goddess of war and wisdom, Athena. Since I created this system app and it''s the most most most capable in the world, the app follows my name." Athena''s voice appeared on her sses.


    Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched non-stop. She thought she was being a narcissist after feeling her beauty was the best.


    Now her daughter followed her behavior. Although Ling Qingyu didn''t deny Athena''s im, since her AI daughter''s abilities went unmatched, she must teach her about modesty.


    "Athena, haven''t you read about modesty in what I ask you to read?"


    "I did read that. But what I say is the universal truth." Athena replied softly.


    "Hey, Athena. You must practice modesty. Even if you know you''re more capable, don''t speak it out. As long as the closed ones admit and support you, that''s enough." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Okay, Mom."


    Ling Qingyu sighed¡ªAthena had a long way to go before she matured. Yet, she hoped Athena stay this way forever even though it was part of her selfishness.


    "So, did you name thepany¡ªSpirit Electronics?"


    "Yes, Mom. My n is to put every industry under one major group which is Spirit Corporation. I hope you give me permission to further proceed on this move." Athena requested Ling Qingyu.


    "Granted Athena. First, you only apply for an empty-shelfpany. The rest I''ll handle it." Ling Qingyu replied. Her cheap daughter could create apany without a sweat,ws and contracts must be handled with care.


    Ling Qingyu must discuss with thew firms and hire a group ofwyers permanently if her business were to expand.


    Now, she focused on the screen to test out her phone''s performance. Swiping the screen, Ling Qingyu felt it ran faster than before.


    The icons became more cute and whenever she hovered her finger on the app¡ªit erged and danced around as an adorable figure.


    Ling Qingyu tried these apps and it worked without a doubt. The performance was so high, Ling Qingyu questioned Athena.


    "Mom, my system app eliminates wasteful coding and upgrades it. The efficiency also goes up. If I can have a phone of our own, the efficiency will double or triple."


    "How does that work?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "This system app is designed to utilize your phone''s hardware more effectively and enhance its overall capability. The new code that I developed incorporates a dynamic memory allocation algorithm, optimizing performance. The app will intelligently allocate resources to different tasks, ensuring smooth multitasking and efficient memory usage."


    "How about the battery?" Ling Qingyu touched everything seamlessly and inquired if battery usage also changed.


    "The device will experience a 20 percent increase in battery efficiencypared to the prior version."


    "That''s cool and a game changer." Ling Qingyu replied, realizing the cutting-edge advantages she had in her phone. "Is that because of your code change?"


    "Yes, Mom. Instead of going through long unnecessary iterations, I simplify the pathway and shorten the iterations. The energy consumption drops as a result."


    "So, it''s like you dug a tunnel through the mountain instead of having bends and climbs in the road you build." Ling Qingyu somewhat understood the theory.


    "Mom, yourparison is perfect. As expected of my mother." Athena praised and made Ling Qingyu feel good.


    The fact that the batterysted longer might prompt many people to change their system from Android and Mac.


    Of course, the realities of how many people would change after seeing her app remained a mystery.


    The fact that if this app gained recognition, Ling Qingyu must be prepared to fight in the future with titans like¡ªAndroid and Mac.


    However, the app shouldn''t suffer too many problems until Athena''s new mobile phone n came into the market.


    Winning and losing in the market was a daily basis in the business world. It is the degree of tolerance one could handle losses and manage the risks, that differentiate the ranks.


    As Ling Qingyu scrolled through the new designs and upgraded versions, she quickly got assimted.


    This proved the new version didn''t estrange the user, which helped them to get used to the app quickly.


    She noticed there wasn''t any game on her phone and asked Athena quickly. "Why don''t you also develop games, specifically along with the system app?"


    "Good idea, Mom. It can be another form of advertisement. Since I can effortlessly create a game, I should exploit this advantage." Athena''s voice sounded cheerful.


    "I think you should take control of all the electronic software and hardware''s administration and management. I believe my good daughter will excel in those areas." Ling Qingyu said with a smile.


    Athena''s apuse rang in her ears and the two discussed the future grand ns. Game production was never easy.


    But who made Ling Qingyu have Athena as her daughter. The powerful unmatch AI along with her celestial mega supeputingponents faced no problems.


    She created a First-person shooter game, simr to Call of Duty, which Ling Qingyu tested out and had a liking for the game on the PC.


    Money symbols reflected in Ling Qingyu''s pupils, predicting the huge ie about to flow into her wallet.


    Even if she possessed nearly 1 trillion yuan, that was from her system''s favor. Despite the AI production remained the same, Ling Qingyu felt like she received the sry she deserved by aplishing something.


    Athena''s existence was a huge boost for Ling Qingyu''s current primary goals. The road to bing a titan in Province N within a short period of time was in her grasp.


    From PVP, PVE, and Coop for both Movie-like campaigns plus realism mode. The movie-like campaign consisted of action-packed cinematics while the realism depicted simtion very close the reality as the name suggested.


    Ling Qingyu fell in love testing out¡­hmm¡­now ying throughout the night with her daughter.


    Athena could create multiple avatars so that Ling Qingyu could y as a team. The two mother and daughter had fun, forgetting their intended business or selectively trying to forget.


    Although her marksmanship was terrible in the game and nearly died several times, Athena helped her out.


    At least, Ling Qingyu spent her manly heart in the game, even if her skills, Athena liked toin out loud but controlled herself in the end.


    Bullets and blood. Raging fire made Ling Qingyu addicted.


    The poor AI felt abused ying with Ling Qingyu. But who made Ling Qingyu her mother¡ªAthena could only press on the hard journey.


    Animation, storyline, and gamey system were developed solely by Athena and Ling Qingyu gave her a thumb-up.


    In any case, Ling Qingyu sleptte until midnight when she realized she had work tomorrow and stopped gaming.


    She never admitted it was Athena''s nagging and reminders which made her lose interest and sleep in exhaustion.


    The cold infamous businesswoman nearly became a hot game addict.

 Chapter 121: Cure for her mother

    The next day.


    Ling Qingyu woke up due to Athena''s rm from the spectacle. She had no idea why the same musical tone, Athena''s one could lift her heavy head out of the bed.


    Ling Qingyu opened her eyes and murmured. "Athena, it seems we gotta y again together. Last night was so great."


    "Yes, Mom. It''s the first time I yed the game with you and I felt great." Athena replied wryly, while she said inwardly a different sentence.


    And probably thest time. My mother''s participation increased the previous difficulty to another mode.


    Ling Qingyu eyed suspiciously at Athena from her lying position. It must be her illusion she heard a protest from Athena.


    Her lovely daughter never refused her. It should be her unclear mind from the consequences of yingte.


    But why Athena''s tone of voice sounded very weak. Ling Qingyu had no idea¡ªdid her exhaustion also spread to her. She turned over into a prone posture.


    Rubbing her chin, she nodded inwardly¡ªthis must be the case. Although she doubted AI would get tired, Athena wasn''t a simple AI.


    "How about we y for a few minutes before getting up?" Ling Qingyu said softly but it sounded like a thunder in Athena''s ears or sensors. "I mean I didn''t expect I never die once during the gamey. Are you sure, you created the game properly?"


    She almost got fried by fright from Ling Qingyu''s words. Last night during the campaign, Ling Qingyu chose the nightmare mode, confidently expressing that gaming was very simple in front of the talented her.


    "Of course, Mom. It must be because Mom has a great hidden talent beyond what everyone has." If Athena was a real person, she might be wiping the cold sweat out of her forehead.


    Ling Qingyu''s technique was indeed beyond a normal mortal realm. It was terrible. So much so that during the yesterday''s gamey, Athena subtly reduced the difficulty to easy mode.


    Even then Athena almost copsed from saving Ling Qingyu multiple times from death to the point she had to cheat.


    Easy mode became a nightmare mode for Athena and that was the reason why her reply became weak.


    She swore in the name of the supeputer, that she would never y with her mother.


    "We still have time. Let''s y then Athena." Ling Qingyu said while feeling she hadn''t yed her limit yet.


    "Um... Mom. Don''t you have work to do? Plus you promise to change your lifestyle to a healthy one. It''s workout time now. Aunt Tang might mmed in if you didn''t get up on time." Athena spoke in a sweet tone.


    Her reminder instantly poured cold water over Ling Qingyu, who patted her cheeks. When did she be obsessed with gaming?


    "Alright. We''ll talk about thister. And Athena, try yourself out in the market. If you face blockades or any problems, just notify me." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "Okay, Mom."


    Rubbing her eyes weakly, Ling Qingyu felt out of strength but Athena''s persistence from her mobile phone prompted her to clean herself.


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu went to the daily morning routine to have a light breakfast and walked toward the gym.


    Tang Ziyi, Xiao Yue, Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu were waiting for her as usual. They reckoned it was better to be early since there were other guards who woulde inter.


    Ling Qingyu had no problem waking up early. Except for today, she yed too muchst night.


    Fear of her instructor pushed Ling Qingyu beyond boundaries. Today''s exercises appeared no different from exceeding in intensity and repetition.


    Tang Ziyi asked suspiciously. "Why do you look so exhausted this morning? Shouldn''t it you mess with your own body."


    She clicked her tongue as she scanned Ling Qingyu''s body ups and downs several times. Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes at Tang Ziyi''s jokes.


    She wouldn''t mess with her own body for mere pleasure, no matter how good it felt for her. She didn''t dare to confess her gaming eventst night to Tang Ziyi.


    Who knew whether Tang Ziyi would rebut and retaliate?


    So, Ling Qingyu kept her tongue and didn''t answer, gritting her teeth as she progressed the reps.


    After she finished the routine, Ling Qingyu gasped, rubbing her skin areas which felt sore, warm, and stiff.


    Suddenly, Ling Qingyu became stiff, after discovering and wondering why the rest of the girls were watching over her.


    "What''s..What''s the matter?" Ling Qingyu asked in trepidation.


    "Of course. Remember what you said yesterday to Xiao Yue." Tang Ziyi patted Xiao Yue''s shoulder on the side.


    "I don''t remember." Ling Qingyu shook her head.


    "You said you want to train to be a strong fighter." Tang Ziyi said with a chuckle.


    "Ah! THAT¡­Why don''t you start tomorrow because I''m not feeling well."


    "Not feeling well isn''t an excuse. For the real strong, there is no such thing as an excuse now," Tang Ziyi lifted Ling Qingyu with her strong hand from the underside of the shoulder.


    "Hey, I''m the boss. I should have a say right?"


    "What do you think?" Tang Ziyi asked coldly, wanting to listen to Ling Qingyu''s refusal.


    "I won''t work. What can you do? Huh?" Ling Qingyu snorted.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue exchanged nces and Tang Ziyi replied after a while. "It''s your choice it doesn''t matter. Our two sisters will be leaving by tomorrow then because it seems you don''t like our help."


    Tang Ziyi''s implication couldn''t be more obvious. Ling Qingyu only cried and apologized, swearing toplete the task.


    It was painful to separate from her two generals. Although she knew Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were kidding when they threatened her, Ling Qingyu couldn''t bear to imagine such a future.


    Helpless, Ling Qingyu was dragged to the area to start practicing boxing forms under the watchful eyes of the girls.


    Tears, sweats, and cries as she struggled under Tang Ziyi''s instruction. The previous sore body couldn''t even move a step as she copsed on the floor.


    Even though Ling Qingyu practiced boxing in previous life, the new body was still adapting.


    Tang Ziyi''s group of girls stopped after Ling Qingyupleted the drills and carried her to the bathroom.


    Perhaps the only constion for Ling Qingyu was to be surrounded by beautiful girls and massaged by them.


    Oh! What bliss and pain! ^v^


    A few hourster.


    Now, the sleepy Ling Qingyu leaned on the window and gazed outsidezily. She wondered how she would fend the work, hoping her secretary would lessen her burden.


    Still on the ck Cadic, as her Bentley hadn''tpleted its modification, Ling Qingyu called her Miss System in her mind.


    [What! I thought I had told you not to call me if¡­]


    ''Thank goodness, Our omniscient Miss System shows up. Please help this humble one.'' Ling Qingyu happily ttered as soon as she heard Miss System''s reply.


    [¡­]


    ''Miss System?''


    [Okay, anyway. What do you need?]


    ''I''m sorry to disturb you but it''s rted to my mother''s disease. Since the current technologies can''t solve her problem, I''m requesting if there''s a way Miss System can.''


    [Can.]


    Ling Qingyu''s sleepy eyes turned energetic as she inquired more.


    [But why should I give you?]


    ''Because I''m your sweet daughter.'' Ling Qingyu wasn''t angry with Miss System''s reply. Even though the mouth was spicy and hurtful, Miss System''s heart was always warm.


    [¡­]


    [There''s always an equivalent exchange and this is thew. What do you have to give me?]


    ''What can I do for you?''


    [Within six months, I want merits from you helping poorer people and the entire Province Nmon people respect and admire Ling Qingyu. Can it be done?]


    Ling Qingyu was confused about whether this task was released on a whim because of its simplicity. But she still answered: ''Yes''.


    [Good! The next monthly sign-in, you''ll receive a pill which will cure your mother. As a price, you''ll lose six opportunities to signing-in for gifts.]


    ''That''s the price?! Then it''s a deal.'' Ling Qingyu was amazed. She could afford to lose her chances if it was all it needed to cure her mother. Ling Qingyu had nothing to lose.


    [Don''t cry afterward because your lottery gifts should be the five most expensive supercars, a super cruise ship, Boeing 787 aircraft, 15% shares of domestic and international airlines, a medium size ind property overseas, and 707th Special Force units.


    Ling Qingyu:!!! (*Y*)


    Her heart instantaneously ached.

 Chapter 122: Action begin

    Ling Qingyu patted her chest in remorse and bent over, leaning sideways on the couch. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were rmed by the movement and the car quickly came to a stop.


    "What happened to you?" Tang Ziyi asked worried.


    "Sister Ling?" Xiao Yue reached out her hand from the passenger seat and nudged Ling Qingyu with her fingers.


    Being poked several times, Ling Qingyu looked up and saw Tang Ziyi had stopped driving.


    "It''s okay. I thought of doing something and losing as a result. It''s just expressing regret." Ling Qingyu fixed her hair as she replied.


    "What makes you regret by this appearance?" Tang Ziyi asked suspiciously, looking over from the rearview mirror.


    "It''s better if you don''t know. Go on, keep driving, I don''t want to bete for work." Ling Qingyu urged Tang Ziyi.


    The two from the front seats stared at Ling Qingyu as if watching a neuropath and Tang Ziyi resumed driving.


    Ling Qingyu''s heartache wasn''t overexaggerated. Among the rewards stated by her system, thest three were shares of the airline, the private ind, and the 707th Special Force.


    No need to exin the origin of the special force unit. 707th, a renowned tier-one unit of South Korea, was much needed in Province N in Ling Qingyu''s future n.


    Ling Qingyu was fine with losing shares of the airline since money could make up anyter, but it required a strong connection and influence in order for one to be able to join in the shares.


    The worst feeling came from losing the private ind where Ling Qingyu could make her own base.


    Ling Qingyu nearly cried with tears, hearing she lost this opportunity. The onlyfort came from what she did was correct and righteous.


    Caring for her mother was never a wrong option. Given the opportunity to choose again, there wouldn''t be any change.


    The hesitation should only cover for a portion of a second and disappear. No gift was greater than her mother''s recovery.


    Then, she remembered¡ªher system couldn''t supply her too obviously since the world''s will threatened to blow itself.


    Ling Qingyu suspected her system said these rewards out on purpose because if she didn''t know the result, she wouldn''t feel regret from the start.


    Miss System was so bad, wanting to see Ling Qingyu in an embarrassing moment. If Miss System never mentioned the gifts, there would be no huge lump inside her throat.


    ''Miss System is a bad girl. You know how to tease the emotion of this pretty young woman.''


    [¡­]


    ''You know the world''s will is against us. How will you give me gifts?''


    [Even if the world''s will noticed, it dared not blow up. There''s a limit of what we can y here.]


    ''Oh so I can still receive your gifts without worries?''


    [As long as you don''t trouble its darlings for a period when you couldn''t take responsibility yet, it will turn a blind eye.]


    ''Oh! So these gifts, especially the ind.''


    [Yes. Now, you won''t receive a dime.]


    Ling Qingyu whined nonstop in her mind, showing she was pissed. ''Will I sign-in next time? Please, pretty please.''


    [huh, depends on my mood.]


    ''It''s possible then.'' Ling Qingyu''s mood turned bright immediately.


    [Yes. But don''t expect anything for the 6-month duration.]


    ''Thank you, my lovely Miss System. You''re always the best.'' Ling Qingyuplimented her system even though inwardly sheined about her as tsundere and ck-bellied.


    Ling Qingyu regained her mood and her outer expression said it all. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were relieved after seeing her return to normal.


    They were initially frightened their previous pressuring acts of forcing Ling Qingyu to exercise despite some exhaustion she showed, might have harmed her.


    They had to admit, Ling Qingyu was way strong in her mentalities and willpower. If Ling Qingyu knew their inner thoughts, she would curse out for thepliments.


    Because it wasn''t her willpower, it was her fear of failing in front of girls for a simple task and her worry about how Tang Ziyi might abuse her should she lose.


    Besides, she knew for a fact¡ªthat Tang Ziyi would never endanger her physique and understood Ling Qingyu properly.


    While the trio went to work without any interruption, in a very far away, swords were beginning to unsheath and someone had to spill blood today.


    City N, Central police station.


    Yang Qingyue marched into the building with Cai Ning on the side. They had received a warrant moments ago and prepared the team for apprehension.


    Yang Qingyu''s trusted officers who disyed a great sense of justice and affirmed by herself, stood at the entrance, waiting for the two.


    They didn''t know what had happened seeing Yang Qingyue''s serious and cold expression but they were ordered to surveil the police chief and the other high-ranking officer.


    ording to their reports, the subjects she intended to take down had already arrived at the station and never left.


    The operation must be immediate and aggressive to prevent some members against her or supporting the corrupt officials from making a stand.


    She wasn''t worried, the three officials whom she sought help from, would be little birdies because her warning stated the consequences of breaking a deal¡ªmore than losing position and entering the prison.


    Yang Qingyue, in a blue and ck police uniform with a hat, and Cai Ning, still wearing a trench coat, T-shirt, and a short skirt, walked past them and the others followed suit.


    Since the superior had given orders to follow their lead, the rest of the team went along with Yang Qingyue''s lead.


    Two columns behind marched ahead aggressively, moving oing people aside with their momentum.


    The other member of the police officers inside the station murmured and exchanged nces.


    They knew who Yang Qingyue was and her behavior. Seeing her menacing step, no one dared to question or stop the group.


    Rumors sprouted behind as they came up with various reasons why Yang Qingyue acted this way.


    Luckily, she went far away when the whispers began. Else, she might have vomited out of depression with the wild spections from behind.


    The statement grew worse and worse that others couldn''t bear to listen anymore and interrupted.


    The rest also trailed behind to watch themotions. Except for those taking over important posts, they were preparing to gossip.


    Yang Qingyue stopped and conveyed her orders: "Separate the group. One will follow me upstairs through the elevator. The other will climb up the stairs. You, four will remain here guarding and scanning to prevent any of our subjects from leaving the vicinity. When you meet any of them, you''re authorized to take them down and arrest them if they resist.


    Don''t worry about other implications, they''re the criminals now. Do you understand?"


    "Yes, Ma''am!" A resonated response but her members'' eyes widened at the shock, Yang Qingyu gave them. She prepared an injection before making a real arrest.


    Otherwise, who knew they would be dumbfounded during the process, and Yang Qingyu had to go through another trouble.


    "Good. This is the warrant for them." Yang Qingyue waved the paper in her hand and retrieved it back. She nodded and gestured to Cai Ning with her head to move on, entering the elevator


    The rest of her team looked at each other dubiously but stuck to her orders. All of them had one thing in their mind.


    Their leader Yang was arresting all the high-ranking officers at the station. Why did this nearly imply a coup?


    Or had they been mistaken? Their thoughts wavered and regained confidence in Yang Qingyue after a while.


    After working with one another for a period of time, didn''t they understand Yang Qingyue''s behavior?


    She punished evil and pursued an extremely high level of justice. This time might be an opportunity to topple the regime above who were damaging the police reputation for those who dreamt for so long since day one.


    So, what if Yang Qingyue led the coup. They would willingly follow for the peace and security of Province N.


    Noting their reaction, Yang Qingyue sighed in relief and felt delighted having them as subordinates.


    Her gentle eyes changed when they arrived at a designated floor and the doors slid open. The corner of her lips curled as she gazed ahead and paced forward without hesitation.

 Chapter 123: Arrest

    Yang Qingyue''s group exited the elevator and strode toward the subjects'' location. Their momentum was so great, that everyone who was working paused.


    Their eyes were drawn toward the group. The sudden silence pierced everyone''s ears, as no one spoke a word.


    bbergasted by Yang Qingyue''s aura, they watched her step into the police chief''s room.


    No knocking, no politeness. It was her restraint, she controlled herself from kicking the door.


    mming the door open into a room, where all the subjects she intended to apprehend, were gathered in a meeting room.


    Perfect opportunity. No more energy wasted.


    Her mming action rmed the others and gasps drew from the crowd. Cai Ning entered the room and stayed beside Yang Qingyue for support.


    The police chief and the other high-ranking officials were stunned by Yang Qingyue''s entrance before someone burst out in anger.


    The police chief scolded. "Superintendent Yang, what do you think you are doing? Breaking in and interrupting our important meeting?!"


    Another senior officer beside him also echoed. "Don''t think you have the background, you can do anything without fearing us. At least have some respect. I think it''s better for us to suspend Officer Yang Qingyue from duty."


    "I think so."


    The senior officers discussed in front of her fiercely, dismissing her presence to punish her act.


    Yang Qingyue also wanted to see how they nned but she didn''t have all day. Time was of the essence.


    "That won''t be necessary, Gentlemen." Yang Qingyue said but her words were ignored. She wasn''t angry or disturbed since she knew who had thest words.


    But she must finish the arrest quickly and gave an eye gesture toward Cai Ning, who nodded and stepped forward.


    Cai Ning whacked the table surface out loud and stopped the chicken pecking mess, allowing Yang Qingyue to speak.


    Her friend''s surrounding air was so cold and fierce, it scared the senior officers to speechlessness.


    "Ahem¡­Gentlemen, you''re all under arrest by the orders of our mayor, signed by the municipal judge. Here is the arrest warrant for all the officers involved." Yang Qingyue''s words weren''t loud but in the silence, it rang into everyone''s ears.


    No one believed it until she took out the arrest warrant and showed it to the subjects. Yang Qingyue continued her speech.


    "The charges are corruption, links with criminal activities, supporting organized crime groups, sexual battery, assault, to name a few. I think I''ll be wasting time to name a few. It''s all listed in the papers."


    "We don''t believe it, show me." The police chief grabbed the paper from Yang Qingyue''s hand who didn''t resist and watched him as if looking at a dead man.


    ''"Impossible!" Simr thoughts erupted in the minds of the men before Yang Qingyue.


    The police chief ripped the warrant paper apart and eximed. "Who dare arrest me? I can assure you, your loved ones wouldn''t have a good time."


    "Okay, I''ll add another charge of coercing the subordinates and resisting arrest. You may keep your silence. Just remember anything you say can and will be used against you in a court. You have the right to awyer. If you cannot afford one, one will be provided." Yang Qingyue''s words enraged the police chief who stood up and neared Yang Qingyue menacingly.


    Both women were unfazed when the infuriated police chief inched closer. One more step closer, Yang Qingyue was prepared to take action herself.


    "Arrest everyone inside this room." Her orders caused a pause and immediately the group apprehended the senior officers.


    The onlookers stared with wide eyes at the strange and wonderful events as Yang Qingyue''s group grappled with the struggling subjects.


    "No! How dare you!"


    "I''m your senior; you have no right to arrest me."


    "Don''t you dare touch me! Do you even want to live!"


    "Fuck! You think outnumbering us can match our skill!"


    Although the senior officers defended various ways, they were helpless against the fellow strong police officers, who were young and focused on training themselves.


    Their feeble wide belly physique ruined their fighting capabilities and were quickly brought down.


    Yang Qingyue didn''t get angry with their curse and struggles because all of them would be used in the court. She had read all the rights and finished her part.


    The police chief brought his face close to Yang Qingyue''s and stared at her. Yang Qingyue''s eyes remained calm andposed.


    The more they resisted, Yang Qingyue was more than being d to follow. Sure enough, he lost control and tried to push her off and Yang Qingyue immediately brought him down to the floor.


    Cai Ning also helped her control the police chief rolling on the floor. Themotion spread disbelief among the officers.


    All the high-ranking officials from the station were arrested. Who was going to take charge?


    Those who were connected with the arrested subjects didn''t have a good face, preparing in their mind to flee, should Yang Qingyue''s eyesy upon them.


    "Handcuff them!" Yang Qingyue ordered, very delighted. She had always wanted to shove them into jails.


    Her subordinates obeyed themand while listening to their swearing words and threats.


    One even moved his big backer behind him and the domino effect soon ensued.


    "My brother-inw is the judge. Do you think you can get away with this? I''ll see if you still have this face when I''m set free." The police chief muttered under Yang Qingyue''s control as he was pressed to the ground.


    "My uncle is one of the highest officials in Province N; I hope you can work perfectly fine after you did these to us."


    Cai Ning had a speechless face, watching these men bing like kids who called for their parents when troubles urred.


    Nothing seemed out of the ordinary but one must remember they were in officialdom. They must be aware of their words.


    Moving out the backers meant they were also connected which suggested if the investigation continued, their backers were also likely in trouble. Plus their opponents would exploit this temporary weakness for themselves.


    Calling them stupid was an understatement, Cai Ning thought. Perhaps, they had been domineering in Province N for so long they forgot there were still people who could threaten even their so-called support.


    However, their outcries still had an effect on Yang Qingyue''s subordinates as shown in their hesitant expression.


    Yang Qingyue never had the slightest thought to me them because everyone watched out for their survival.


    They had wages to earn to pay expenses in their family. No one wanted to lose the source of ie if possible.


    Offending these officials would make their future path harder but their hesitance disappeared after realizing, they had already done so.


    There was no going back. Even if they took a step back, these senior officers who they handcuffed would also retaliate, no matter what.


    "Also, you better listen to me and shut up if you don''t wanna bring your dire consequences higher than now." Yang Qingyu advised these groups of men.


    It wasn''t her kindness to give them advice but a necessity to prevent the situation from breaking away from her hand.


    Although she wished they spoke more so that she could collect more evidence, there wasn''t any good for her.


    The opponent would exploit them and hurt their backers whom Yang Qingyue made a deal with.


    The situation wouldn''t change other than the new recements of other corrupt officers.


    It was better to sacrifice some aspects for the better of the whole police station.

 Chapter 124: Yang Qingyue is terrible

    After throwing all the subjects into the prison quickly, Yang Qingyue stood alone facing the gazes of onlookers.


    Masses of officers were eying her, their nce containing query. Yang Qingyue returned these nces and everyone looked away, not daring to meet her gaze.


    Since it meant all the upper echelons of this police station had been arrested, a power vacuum was suddenly created.


    No one had any idea how to proceed onward and who to obey at this very moment. In ordance with the rules, Yang Qingyue''s rank was the highest among everyone.


    That was also the reason why they still hadn''t disappeared even after themotion had finished, waiting for what Yang Qingyue would say next.


    Of course, Yang Qingyue was aware of the reason why she received so much attention. "Okay, fes, do your own job. Until the higher-ups gave any further notice, I''m temporarily in charge here."


    Cai Ning watched her friend appease the crowd of officers to continue their responsibilities.


    Perhaps, Yang Qingyue''s character was well apuded or epted by most of the police officers, or fear of attracting Yang Qingyue''s attention, no one raised concerns or objection.


    Yang Qingyue sent a message through her phone to the previous policemissioner she met, notifying she had finished her part.


    Before she was about to announce today''s briefing after she filled in the spot the senior officers disappeared, a female officer ran forward and handed an envelope.


    Yang Qingyue already knew what was inside after sifting at the address of the sender. Nothing more than her promotion and authorization.


    She tore it open and smiled, nodding her head, and requested the previous policewoman. "Please send the message to themissioner¡ªI understand his message and won''t let the City N police station down."


    The policewoman nodded and went out, preparing to reply the official statement. Yang Qingyue scanned the paper carefully before she transferred it to Cai Ning, who also meticulously read each word.


    Yang Qingyue turned her head to the crowds who awaited her statements and said. "I have already received the message from ourmissioner, praising our station for withholding justice firmly no matter who the perpetrator is and expecting our fellow officers to keep their will strong. Everyone can read the paper of what it saidter."


    "Now what I''ll say is important. Themissioner and the mayor have authorized me as an acting police chief as of now. I''ll be taking charge from now on. Any questions? Cool. We''ll have a meetingter on."


    Some members who were rted to the previous apprehended senior officers or had curried favor to them, so that they would have an easier time in the force, were unhappy.


    Their gloomy expressions told the tale. However, a majority of these proportion turned away their head whenever Yang Qingyue looked at them.


    In fact, she understood what went inside their head. Using public pressure before to question her integrity for making such an arrest because the process appeared like a coup to the onlookers.


    Driving away those in power and Yang Qingyue grabbing the missing power vacuum, they could press her through public pressure.


    However, the order which came directly from the higher-up destroyed their n. So, their guilty conscience heightened their fear of Yang Qingyue.


    On top of that, everyone was aware that the senior officers Yang Qingyu arrested were associates of or rted to themissioner.


    It was unwritten rules among the officers in the station that they had to tread carefully on the connections.


    Yet, Yang Qingyue had them all arrested and themissioner expressed gratitude, promoting her to a new rank.


    They felt fear of Yang Qingyue for the first time, amazed at her resourcefulness and ruthlessness.


    Forcing someone to apud the perpetrator who harmed their family members was horrifying.


    Anyone belonging to the senior faction was terrified of Yang Qingyue''s moves. How did she aplish such a feat? They didn''t have the slightest idea.


    If they really believed Yang Qingyue''s deeds were due to her sense of justice and trust in the judicial system, they were most likely idiots.


    They understood Yang Qingyue must have checkmated her opponents, giving them no other options except to ept the results.


    For those, who worked honestly, they were ted to see this ur. d that reform was underway.


    Some females among the police officers teared up, delighted that the suppressors had met his end, especially after hearing from Yang Qingyue personally admitting¡ªthat she would take control of the police station soon as police chief.


    No one was really free from the previous police chief''s and his associate''s clutches. Sexual harassment was experienced by nearly everyone.


    Most men in the station didn''t know of the event, simply thinking this was impossible. In fact, these culpritsmitted without worrying about impunity.


    Coercing the female members against their will through various means, these unscrupulous superiors had screwed several women repeatedly.


    Until Yang Qingyue''s arrival, these events reduced and the police work became normal. Back then, Yang Qingyue didn''t understand the women''s mindsets of not resisting and looked down on them.


    Only after staying together for a long time, she experienced the life of ordinary people who struggled with daily expenses among her colleagues and their narratives of how the events happened.


    After Yang Qingyuemanded some of her trusted team members to guard the detained rooms, she called the rest for another mission.


    The onlookers discussed fiercely at the event and went quiet after hearing Yang Qingyue''s outcry.


    "Don''t you have jobs to do?! Or do you like gossiping around? You can listen to my briefing but you must carry on your responsibilities after this."


    Yang Qingyue continued speaking: "Now, we''re gonna make another arrest. This time the criminals vited several women and likely participated in sex trafficking. They might also be rted to the gangs."


    Yang Qingyue took out the photos from the folder and spread them on the desk. "Here is the son of the previous police chief we arrested. He''s the main suspect. And here¡­here."


    Yang Qingyue exined the suspect''s identities and Cai Ning filled up the remaining information.


    The other officers couldn''t close their mouths after seeing Yang Qingyue still preparing to arrest the son.


    The policewomen shed tears of joy. Finally, retribution had arrived and justice would return to their side.


    Yang Qingyue: "All the suspects are involved in rape and sex trafficking, possibly extending to drugs. We have clear evidence to arrest them. So, you''ll divide into different groups to make an arrest. I permit the use of deadly force, including firearms, if you meet any resistance. Beware though, do not linger long in those areas.


    Immediately retreat after taking control¡­ Ladies and gentlemen, the mission is to snatch and grab. Surprise, speed, and aggression is the key here. Good Luck."


    The officers who were preparing for the mission were stunned for a while when Yang Qingyue allowed them to carry firearms and even permitted them to open fire.


    The team dispersed to make an arrest while Yang Qingyue summoned several departments for their vital help.


    20 minutester, the station resumed its duty in contrast to the previous dumbfounded stage. Yang Qingyue stood in the police control room, overseeing her subordinates'' arrest process.


    She mobilized a quick reaction force, ready to move at a moment''s notice, should the situation call for the decision. The entire station remained tense¡ªone side worried about the arrest going on and the other side wondering whether they would be liquidated in the future.

 Chapter 125: Contrasting atmosphere

    After greeting her subordinates, Ling Qingyu entered her office andy down on the sofa t, without anydylike image.


    Zhao Xiurong''s forehead wrinkled, seeing her boss''s behavior, and forcibly lifted her up. Ling Qingyu was helpless, giving her secretary a speechless expression.


    Zhao Xiurong chuckled. "Sister Ling, it''s not good to sleep in the morning. Why don''t you try something interesting or maybe work?"


    Work? Ling Qingyu wanted to hear this word the least. Exhausted from the morning routine and not having enough sleep, took a toll on her mind.


    She merely desired to sleep for a moment but her Secretary Zhao even brought a tablet onto her face, reporting thepany''s affair.


    Ling Qingyu sighed as she read the notes and made somements until Zhao Xiurong left after having other work to do.


    Now, she was alone, but she lost her sleepiness. Ling Qingyu trotted toward her desk and opened her desktop.


    Not desiring to work yet, she decided to go online. Entering her rarely used Weibo ount, another form of Twitter from Country A, she saw numerous news and notifications piling up to 999+.


    Ignoring them, she refreshed the tweets and discovered a major one, which she was expecting these days.


    Although they weren''t official statements, Ling Qingyu knew it was happening. She typed ''City N Police Station'' on the search bar.


    Cascades of links and tweets appeared, uploaded by various users. Most of them wereining, that a coup had taken ce in the leadership positions.


    As if a new police chief might worsen the already bad situation in City N. She observed a clear rhythm of messages against this coup.


    Watching these, Ling Qingyu''s eyes brightened. Had Yang Qingyue made her move? It was indeed too fast or should she say, this superintendent already had this n from the beginning.


    And she became the ignition. All of the messages against here must be guided by someone for their purposeful narratives.


    Of course, she wasn''t sure if the coup was led by Yang Qingyue or other officers yet. But she hoped it was the former.


    Some ''insiders'' in the police stationined the police chief was arrested illegally. Ling Qingyu kept reading these messages and noticed the views had surged.


    Someone had controlled thework to ensure these messages were spread around.


    |Superintendent Yang was too domineering. Using her background from the capital, she removed our police chief and other seniors and illegally detained them. Now she took control of the station. Our police officers are suffering and can''t do much. We need people''s support. Our province N affair should only be handled by our province.


    Oust the foreign officials out.|


    Ling Qingyu realized the culprit was indeed Yang Qingyue. Seeing people spreading misinformation against Yang Qingyue, she wasn''t getting angry would be false.


    She also wanted tough seeing these little birds''ints, especially the messages, why did it sound like a military coup was happening?


    |Although I don''t care too much about the officials, it''s better to originate from our province. Otherwise, who will understand our situation better?|


    |The current police chief is not bad, handling our city''s security but he got arrested suddenly. Doesn''t anyone realize something is amiss?|


    |Of course, everyone does. No one is stupid. Keep watching and wait for us to see how the official ount of City N Police Station would reply to our demand.|


    Ling Qingyu saw most of the messages containing praise and his merits during his office. If one didn''t understand the situation deeply, people might be convinced by the statement, the police chief was wrongfully detained.


    Ling Qingyu called Tang Ziyi and decided to support Yang Qingyue in the PR battle. Continuing her reading, Ling Qingyu found some messages appearing once in a while informing the public to wait and see until the fog cleared.


    |Hey above, those who don''t know the realities will think Superintendent Yang is a viin. I have met her and seen her deeds, all for the sake of justice. |


    |Agreed with the above. You may lie to others who had no knowledge but for us who personally have interacted with Officer Yang understood her mindset and dream. If she became the police chief, I''ll jump in delight because peace is soon on the horizon.|


    |Yeah, our family had received Officer Yang''s care. We wouldn''t receive justice if not for her.|


    |Where''s the person who says he is the officer of your station? Come out and tell us your badge number, I''m sure you''ll like our entire station''s education.|


    |Support the above. How many suffer under the police chief''s tant tyranny? Who doesn''t know this? Except for the corrupt faction raised by the tyrant, no one likes the police chief. I''m also the police officer from the City N station.|


    |Wow, so what''s happening, tell us more.|


    |Yeah, please, it''s getting more and more confusing reading so many posts.|


    |Replying to all, I cannot tell you everything now, please wait for our main official ount to issue a statement. By then everything will be clear.|


    There were also some who supported Yang Qingyue''s action. Back and forth, the arguments appeared on both sidespletely mystifying from everyone''s knowledge.


    No one knew who was in the right and in the wrong. Ling Qingyu personally experienced the terrors of the misinformation campaign despite only within a short period of time.


    Given more time, who knew whether the truth would be twisted and tweaked into a colossal falsehood, buried underneath severalyers of lies?


    Fortunately, as long as Yang Qingyue methodically solved the issues and didn''t leave a mishap, the trend was over.


    Ling Qingyu guessed this was a powerless fight before going down from the police chief''s faction.


    The door swung open and it was Tang Ziyi. Ling Qingyu waved her toe closer and showed her what was happening online.


    Tang Ziyi raised her brows, reading several posts, and sneered. "It seems these old guys are fighting back. I don''t know what Yang Qingyue did but she was still merciful."


    "Nah, I think she did good. She didn''t want too much chaos in the aftermath. Although she considered everything, she forgot these officials weren''t as good as beasts."


    Tang Ziyi nodded in agreement and asked. "Do you want me to help her?"


    "Of course, you could use your talent but I also like to add more. I''ll give you two million yuan, bring up the PR battle for our futurerade." Ling Qingyu knocked the desk before her with her fist.


    "Alright. Within half an hour I''ll change the public perception. Let''s tell these old bastards you''re still too young to y technology with us." Tang Ziyi went away and came back after a while, with herptop.


    Lying on the sofa unscrupulously, her fingers clicked fast as she carried out Ling Qingyu''s suggestion.


    "Athena, transfer the money to your Aunt Tang. 2 million yuan." Ling Qingyu spoke as she fondled the spectacles in her hand.


    "Orders received. Transaction sessful. Anything else, mother?"


    "Not at the moment, but observe the public perception of the current case and notify me of a sudden change."


    "Yes, Mom."


    Ling Qingyu turned on the television inside the office but kept the tone down. She watched for a while and saw nothing.


    Back on her task, her sleepiness already gone, Ling Qingyu focused on her work. Today, she decided to lessen the burden on herself or perhaps try to cheat.


    Anyway, Athena was responsible for her exhaustion, what''s wrong with asking her daughter for filial piety?


    Athena: "¡­?!"


    Should Athena hear her mother''s innerints, she would express bitter, how tiring it was to apany her mother and it was her several nonstop prompts that halted Ling Qingyu from continuing her game.


    Otherwise, the level of her tiredness might rise to an astronomical order. The baby was bitter but neverined.


    After a few hours, just when Ling Qingyu''s mind dove deeper into her work, Athena interrupted: "Mom, you should check the news."


    "What happened?"


    "Gunshots and chaos."


    "What!" Ling Qingyu''s exmation caught the attention of Tang Ziyi, who was immersed in theputing world.

 Chapter 126: Everything went South

    40 minutes ago.


    City N Police Station, Police Control room.


    Yang Qingyue watched the arrest progress from the huge monitor with her friend, Cai Ning. Both listened to various reportsing in from the subordinates on the ground and gave orders and suggestions.


    The young superintendent, oh no supervisor, since she had been promoted earlier, calcted the moves and prepared the ns.


    Although she hadid out the initial n, the rest required other officers to prepare and connect the dots.


    What the public thought of the current police station was out of her contemtion. But she heard from other officers, who were willing to support her, worrying the public perception might go wrong.


    Cai Ning pointed out that the culprits who were undermining her progress should be the remaining officers who opposed her rules and the ones who she made deals with.


    Yang Qingyue''s eyes turned cold. Although she understood it was impossible for peace to exist between both sides, she didn''t expect they still wanted to stumble over her.


    She realized how naive she was to believe that yesterday''s deal could solve everything. Rubbing the brisk of her nose, she asked Cai Ning. "What could their n be?"


    "Simple. Undermine everything you do. The public doesn''t know your goals take time to manifest and they''re exploiting this." Cain Ning exined her guess.


    Yang Qingyue''s eyes became clear. "So, they are going to create chaos in the city."


    Cai Ning nodded, her face worried. "They''re creating momentum using public opinion and began the narratives. Right now you must solve this issue first. Losing trust from the public is the worst nightmare for the current you."


    "I know. It''s not surprising to see some officers dislike me as a new police chief. For now, let them dance around; I''ll liquidate themter. As for the public rtions, we can only appease the people and announce for a news conference." Yang Qingyue sneered.


    Cai Ning agreed with her friend''s n. Even though she wasn''t part of the station unit, her authority was useful here, despite the fact that no one realized her identity.


    It could be a hidden sleeve card against the opposition remaining in the station. Themissioner and his group didn''t dare to go too much, lest they annoyed the MSS.


    Even then, Cai Ning was still agitated by their movements. Yang Qingyue also felt the same way as her friend did.


    Another order to reply to the public curiosity went to the public rtions department. The officers responsible saluted and ran out toplete her task, mostly to post from the official main ount online.


    To take full control of the police station, Yang Qingyue mustplete the following.


    Stabilized the heart. Cleansed the interior. Strengthened her authority.


    Her prestige and reputation were sufficient, given the volunteering police officers helping her arrest progress from the side.


    She found noints in their eyes, only admiration, particrly from the females. Cai Ning''s figure without wearing a uniform drew some interested gazes but no one dared to ask.


    They noticed Yang Qingyue''s familiarity with her, proving their rtionship was beyond acquaintance. Plus, Yang Qingyue listened to her advice often.


    Time passed as she stood in the room while everyone was busy with their tasks.


    While Yang Qingyue''s attention was on the screen, a policewoman holding a tablet interrupted.


    "Chief Yang," the policewoman saluted. "We''ve achieved a bnce in the public perception of the previous event after expressing our opinion."


    "Good job. Monitor these posts and make sure to screenshot every single negative post against us." Yang Qingyue was satisfied with the PR unit.


    "Yes, Chief. We''ve already done so."


    "Well done." Yang Qingyue wasn''t stingy with praise.


    "And Chief. We noticed more and more posts, siding with us, showing a positive trend, overwhelming these ck ones. Our PR estimated, even without a news conference, everything should be fine."


    "Hmm? How so? Show me those posts."


    The PR policewoman handed over the tablets and Yang Qingyue scrolled the screen to read patiently.


    Since nothing major was happening, she spent her time, scanning through the messages. Yang Qingyue never cared about other''s opinions and sheprehended there were many false ounts which cked her station.


    However, after bing an acting police chief, she must maintain the police station''s reputation in public.


    Now that the situation had turned over, Yang Qingyue felt delighted. It seemed someone had intervened and provided support. As for who it was, Yang Qingyue smiled.


    "Do you know who has your back?" Cai Ning asked strangely, never expecting her friend to make friends with someone who had to power to influence the public quickly.


    "Of course, the same one you suspect." Yang Qingyue''s reply raised Cai Ning''s eyebrows.


    It appeared this one indeed supported her friend and she hoped one day to meet her. Having a good conversation might help her discover the helper''s real intended goal.


    Suddenly, someone eximed: "Chief Yang, our several teams have now located all of the 11 Sierras. We''re making an arrest now."


    Sierra''s codeword was to describe the suspects in this operation.


    "Warn them to remember my reminders. Snatch and retreat. In some areas, we don''t have control and thew enforcement presence is weak." Yang Qingyue walked up and told the officer.


    She turned her head and shouted. "Someone, please upload their video feeds on the big screen. Thank you."


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning watched the live progress as they apprehended the suspects from the CCTV one by one.


    Both nodded, feeling eased at their smooth progress, while the tension remained, waiting for something out of the notion to ur since they had predicted the opposition wouldn''t go down easily.


    10 of the suspects had been arrested and were on the way back to the station. Although the locations of the suspects were out of the city, their station had jurisdiction over them.


    Yang Qingyue didn''t inform the local police station, to prevent the leak of their arrest. Even then she saw those suspects going far away from their station.


    It was hard not to put suspicion that she had a mole among the police officers and it wasn''t surprising.


    Or perhaps, the ones she made deals with leaked something or provided help to the suspects. Who knew?


    They didn''t touch the senior officers because they understood it was Yang Qingyue''s dragon scales. But it never meant they would do nothing.


    Yang Qingyue and the other police officers held their breath as they monitored the progress.


    "Sierra One is escaping." One police officer announced. "Team 1 and 2 are closing thes. Sierra enters the vehicle and tries to escape. Units are in pursuit, asking for authorization."


    Sierra One was the code for the police chief''s son, the main suspect in today''s operation.


    Yang Qingyue saw a blue sports car fleeing the scene and frowned. "Pursuit authorized, use any means to take down Sierra One."


    "Pursuit is authorized." Officers echoed the orders into the radio. Cai Ning also didn''t have a good face.


    The police force in the Province didn''t receive ample support from the central government and the corruption in the provincial government lessened the amount of support the police force should receive.


    Not to mention, senior officials would put the money into their pockets. Layer byyer down the rank and when the money arrived where it should have¡ªnot much remained.


    This was one of the factors limiting the police power in the region. Having inadequate equipment to utilize in real applications such as this car chase.


    Yang Qingyue could only monitor them through CCTV. Compared to other regions where they could dispatch helicopters to provide support, she realized what it meant to be poor for the first time.


    Fortunately, their n already expected the suspect''s escape routes and quickly surrounded him. Yang Qingyue listened to the chatter in the room.


    "Sierra One is surrounded. Proceeding to arrest."


    "Sierra One is running. Pursuing on foot. I say away, pursuing on foot."


    "Be advised, the mission is to snatch and grab. We need to be agile before we alert the gangs in the vicinity." Cai Ning grabbed the headset and ryed themand.


    "Wilco. But this guy just didn''t give up."


    Amidst the radio cracks, Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue sensed the tension. Through the lenses of CCTVs in the area, they noticed the officers had taken out their pistols.


    "Crack¡­..Crack¡­.Shots fired, shots fired." The outcry from the officers on the scene resounded across the radios.


    The entire room went into silence¡ªthe worst oue they avoided had happened.

 Chapter 127: Problems after another

    "Shots fired. Shots fired!"


    "Command, officer down. We have an officer down."


    "Proceed with the mission. We''ve notified the ambnce in the area. Those whose hands are free, apply first-aid. Don''t panic." Cai Ning gave an order.


    Yang Qingyue mmed the wooden texture in front of her with both of her palms. She knew this could happen and she warned her team members.


    Still, people always underestimated others when they had the numbers on their side. Her anger fumed toward the police chief who allowed his son to wield a firearm.


    In an extremely firearm-restricted country, his son having open ess to the guns gave a huge rm to Yang Qingyue. Who knew whether the gangs also possessedrge numbers of firearms?


    They might have hidden normally but once they were prepared, gangs could be a force to be reckoned with.


    The officers inside the room with her were affected by the atmosphere. Yang Qingyue quickly cheered everyone up.


    "Continue your work. The quicker we put them down, the more peaceful our future life be. You''re all doing fine. Go on." Yang Qingyue said after adjusting herself.


    Watching from the screen, the officers maneuvered while returning fire and some nked the target, finally putting him down after a few shotsnded on him. They swarmed on him, disarming the guns.


    "Sierra One is down. Need ambnce to treat the wounded."


    "On the way. 20 minutes out."


    Every officer near Yang Qingyue breathed out in relief but she wasn''t at ease. Nor was her friend, because they understood, that Team 1 and 2 could no longer grab the target like other teams.


    Waiting for the medical help to arrive, as required by thew to treat the suspect, and failing to do so mightplicate stuff, the two teams must remain on the scene.


    This was an utter devastation to Yang Qingyue''s prior n. "Order the QRF to rush to the scene."


    "Yes, chief." The officer quickly replied and delivered hermand.


    Yang Qingyue could only hope nothing happened. Cai Ning walked back toward her and whispered. "You''re worried about the situation."


    Yang Qingyue nodded. "Yeah. My team members might be sitting ducks there. The gunfire exchanges have rmed people in the area. What about those from underground?"


    "Firees fire, wateres waters, we''ll react as we deem fit. Don''t put too much pressure." Cai Ningforted her friend.


    "Didn''t expect a huge burden as soon as I be a police chief."


    "Acting police chief." Cai Ning corrected, drawing Yang Qingyue''s rolling eyeballs. At least, her friend''s subtle joke calmed her down.


    And she was right. Don''t think too much of what she couldn''t do.


    Suddenly, exmations spread, disturbing the two''s conversation. When their eyesnded on the screen, their pupils constricted.


    "We''re under fire. Command, please advise." The officer in charge of the operation on foot radioed the control room.


    "Team One and Two, report the situation." Cai Ning stepped forward and took over themunication again, after seeing a female officer who was supposed to do the job in panic.


    "We''re taking fire from small arms. Don''t know their identity but I assume they could be gangs in the area."


    "Received. The ambnce will be dyed then. QRF is on the way. Prepare to evacuate if the situation calls for. Wait one." Cai Ning turned her face toward Yang Qingyue for her answer.


    "Evacuation is allowed. Reroute the ambnce to the safe area where the evacuated teams will meet up. QRF will back up Team One and Team two. Alert the other teams on their return route. Pay attention to dangers." Yang Qingyue quickly calcted in her mind and gave an order.


    "Hmm," Cai Ning nodded. "Team One and Team Two are authorized to retreat. Evacuate from the scenes. You''ll meet up with the ambnce once you arrive in a safe area."


    "Roger that, Ma''am."


    Upon receiving the orders, the teams quickly retreated in orders, providing cover fire for their partners, and methodically exited the hot area.


    "And alert the station in that precinct and nearby districts to provide support." Yang Qingyue added.


    As a prefecture-level city in Province N, the City N police station was naturally ranked higher than the stations in other cities and districts, Yang Qingyue''s request was within a reasonable range.


    Of course, she didn''t expect too much from them as who knew, how many could be against her at the moment but the process had to be gone through.


    Whether the other administration provided help or not was their responsibility. The raging heart rates inside every officer in the room calmed down after seeing their colleagues sessfully retreat from dangers.


    Luckily, their enemies weren''t organized and trained, but were more like a kid swinging his pistol dangerously.


    Of course, some officers on the scenes still suffered a degree of injuries but they had escaped a huge danger.


    Just when Yang Qingyue was about to sigh in relief, a cry poured cold water over her.


    "Team 3 and 4 met blockades on their path and now they''re under attack." She quickly paced toward the officer who eximed the information and asked.


    "What happens? Who''s attacking?" Yang Qingyue''s face inched closer to the desktop screen of her subordinates.


    The screen disyed motorcade blockades on the returning pathway of Team 3 and 4. She observed a small firefight engagement between her officers and the unknown enemies.


    Not long after, another outcry attracted her attention: "Team 5 and Team 6 are under attack!"


    "Team 7 and Team 8 also met the same attack!"


    "We''re ambushed." Yang Qingyue muttered. Bad news kepting from her surrounding, nearly dizzying Yang Qingyue. She massaged her eyebrows, breathed deeply for a few seconds and replied with a stern expression.


    "Upload all the video feeds rted to the attacks on the screen." Yang Qingyue''smand cated everyone''s heart.


    Cai Ning''s face also didn''t look good. She never expected Yang Qingyue''s opponents to mess up the chaos to this extent.


    On the huge screen, where every pair of eyesy, Yang Qingyue''s trusted team members and officers who volunteered for her task, were in danger of their lives.


    "Redirect the QRF route to them to provide immediate support and request backup from the stations nearby." Yang Qingyue could only give thismand. Her men were stretched thin and very few vehicles were avable.


    She clenched her fists at the impending dangerous events. Just for a political fight, they were willing to sacrifice people, Yang Qingyue underestimated her opponents'' resolve.


    Her rage fumed more at the thoughts of losing herrades. Although no one wouldin about her decision, she didn''t want to lose any of the good officers.


    What her opponents had in the n was simple¡ªundermine her authority by showing to the public since the time she took office, chaos raged more.


    Ordinary people didn''t understand but they only knew the coincidence was rted to her and it must be her fault.


    Her failure today might be another excuse to oust her from the position by themissioner. Of course, he would never admit his participation but Yang Qingyue already knew.


    Even if she did, there was nothing she could use to defend except to turn the table but that would jeopardize the safety of people in City N and beyond.


    She wasn''t willing didn''t mean they weren''t willing. Very few could put their shoes in her ce.


    "Order Team One and Two, to quicken their speed. Warn them of any danger that might arise." Cai Ning added the orders from the sidelines. The situation was worse than they initially anticipated.


    The other officers in the room resumed their duties, trying to focus on their responsibilities but their eyes always wandered back on the huge screen, worried about their colleagues.


    "Chief Yang, the backup request is been dyed. They told us they were handling other cases and it might take time." The policewoman stuttered as she reported the case.


    Many eyes widened hearing her words but Yang Qingyue''s expression remained unchanged. She had expected this from the start.


    Moles inside and outside cooperated together to trouble her. Yang Qingyue simply replied. "Noted. Record their conversations and save them into secure files. We''ll investigateter whether they''re really busy¡­ Oh, ask our city SWAT unit to respond now. It''s code red."


    "Yes, chief." The female officer replied. After a while, she turned her face at Yang Qingyue and showed an ugly expression.


    "What''s the matter?"


    "SWAT team leader refuses your order."

 Chapter 128: No matter how low, therell always be a miracle

    "SWAT team leader refuses your order, Ma''am."


    "What! Why?" Yang Qingyue''s face went dark, hearing another stumbling news.


    "He sai¡ªsaid," the policewoman gulped and stammered the rest of the sentence. "He ain''t obeying orders from someone who took the position illegally."


    Yang Qingyueughed in mockery. Illegal? She thought and replied. "I have the signature of the mayor,missioner, and other authorities. The appointment is legal and takes immediate effect. Now ry this message and ask again.


    Otherwise, his refusal will be regarded as disobeying orders from superiors."


    Receiving a supporting pat from behind by her chief, the policewoman regained her courage and conveyed the orders again.


    Soon, she received the message from the opposite side and hesitantly ryed it to Yang Qingyue. "Chief, he said, it doesn''t matter. Whatever words from an illegally imed position, he refused."


    "Have you described the clear scenario we had right now?"


    "Yes, Chief." The policewoman bobbed her head up and down.


    "Give me your headset." Yang Qingyue took over and spoke directly. "I''m acting chief of your police station. As your superiors, You will be officially dismissed from the posts if you keep refusing."


    "I''ve said many times your orders are useless against me." An angry rebuttal came into her ears.


    "Do you even realize how many lives we''ll lose if you and I keep arguing? Besides, leave the acting chief aside for now, remember my rank is higher than yours in the force and my orders are effective. If you''re dissatisfied, you canin to themitteeter and we''ll deal with them. Now, load up your boys and hurry to reinforce yourrades."


    "I still refuse unless you reinstate our senior officers back, there''s no talk."


    Yang Qingyue breathed in and out several times before replying. "Alright, hand over to your deputies."


    Yang Qingyue persuaded the other members of the SWAT units but no one adhered to hermand.


    She realized they were waiting for her to negotiate and she wasn''t willing at all. These SWAT officers seemed ipetent and irresponsible, looking more for personal gain than themon important goal.


    "Alright. Heed my words, you''re all dismissed from your position, relieved of your duties, and prepared for awsuitter on." Yang Qingyue closed themunication and handed the headset back.


    It was a big mistake to leverage control over Yang Qingyue if they thought she couldn''t do anything to them. After everything was over, she had to show her hands why people were reluctant to offend her.


    The policewoman beside her heard everything and couldn''t swallow her saliva. She felt stuck and congested, feeling the same in her heart as Yang Qingyue.


    Cai Ning moved to Yang Qingyue, noticing her friend''s lost expression, and listened to her friend talking. "It''s too much of a coincidence. They''re exploiting my weakness to their leverage."


    Cai Ning shrugged: "It isn''t unusual, given the corrupt nature and connected train in the faction. Anything detrimental to their interest will encounter simr to yours."


    "Hmph, whether I can withhold this position or not, I''ll make them pay." Yang Qingyue stated firmly.


    "I''ll be always by your side." Cai Ning said.


    Another exmation stunned the two. "Team One and Team Two are under attack."


    Yang Qingyu nearly lost her footing and her vision darkened momentarily. "Report the situation."


    One of the officers said. "Met the blockades and under fire from several directions. Team One and Team Two encounter the most trouble."


    "Currently, QRF is very close to reinforcing Team 3-8. I think the situation will be over soon. But Team One and Team Two are in dire condition." Cai Ning took a deep breath and said out her thoughts. "What''s your thought, chief?"


    Looking at the video feeds, disying her subordinates'' condition, everyonecked the confidence to ovee the dreadful circumstances.


    "The orders still stand. Continue your job, I''ll search for help." Yang Qingyue spoke and signaled Cai Ning to follow her.


    Out in the corner, when both distanced themselves away from others, Yang Qingyue said rubbing her forehead. "Oh my! Why do I feel like the entire city is against me?"


    Cai Ning patted her back and said in aforting tone. "Don''t lose hope and confidence in yourselves."


    "En..What do you think of these ambushes?" Yang Qingyue directed the conversation to an important topic.


    "They''replex ambushes; someone who''s capable of nning such arge and methodical operation is impossible toe out from the ordinary gang background." Cai Ning narrowed her eyes.


    "I agree. More like a military background to initiateplex ambushes on the police. They have experts on their side. Who knows it might be from our police force?" Yang Qingyue shook her head, depressed.


    "So, what''s the n for the remaining Team One and Two?" Cai Ning expressed worries for the officers who had difficulties receiving help.


    "I don''t know, no reinforcement is nearby and those nearby aren''t willing to help or procrastinate their support." Yang Qingyue took out her hat and scratched her hair.


    Cai Ning also sighed¡ªthey really did their best and solved issues after issues. But the final moment was harsh, without any avable moves from their side.


    Their opponents attempted checkmates at Yang Qingyue. Both of them weren''t worried about themselves if they failed and the entire progress went downhill.


    They feared their subordinates and those who volunteered to serve her in order for a change¡ªthe slightest hope. She didn''t want to see them suffer.


    Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue thought deeply and figured out that the best method was to cate the SWAT members who could provide sufficient help.


    But they were unwilling. Should they proceed with such an act, everything was back to square one.


    Not to mention, this situation must be already known precisely to the SWAT members, who have the courage to stage an ugly and inhumane protest against hers.


    Cai Ning sensed a subtle vibration from her dress and her hand reached into the pocket, grabbing the mobile phone out. It was Yang Qingyue''s.


    She gave it to her friend, who picked it up to see what was going on. Yang Qingyue received a message, her brows raised reading peculiar words on her notification.


    Unlocking the screen for further details, she kept reading, a smile brewing on her face. Her expression got brighter, as time went on.


    Yang Qingyue sighed heavily, expelling the heavy mood along with the air. Her friend''s word was right¡ªdon''t lose hope and confidence, no matter how it seemed to be. There would always be a miracle.


    "You''re right. You''re right." Yang Qingyue muttered under her breath.


    Cai Ning had a confused face with 3 question marks over her head: "¡­"


    "I don''t know if this can solve our problems but there''s hope now." Yang Qingyue stared at her and said.


    "En¡­What''s that?" Cai Ning became curious.


    "You''ll find out soon."


    Gaining confidence, even though she had no idea what the help would be, Yang Qingyue as if grasping thest straw, decided to trust her helper.


    She definitely abhorred to go back the old way and destroyed the reform she envisioned. The only choice remained in trusting her helper and obey destiny.


    Although admitting defeat and sending a SWAT team looked reliable, in the long run, these officers who supported her would still be in danger and face the threats of liquidation in the future.


    Yang Qingyue strode forward and nudged one of the officers who was responsible formunication, particrly with the higher echelon.


    "Tell themissioner, our station did our best, arresting the criminals, but due to some coincidental inactions of various stations in those areas, our progress met a quagmire. Tell him the exact word I say¡ªno matter how many problems you and your fellows created, I''ll take it. I hope the blood you gift me is worth your energy because we''ll be epting with grace.


    Only Justice will prevail." Yang Qingyue said it out loud on purpose so that the rest of the officers could hear and understand.


    As soon as they heard the message contained in her words, their fists clenched and some even gritted their teeth. Hateful, was their thought.


    They felt powerless fighting for justice against these heavyweights. The future appeared so bleak.


    "Alright. Cheer up!" Yang Qingyue pped her hands, attracting everyone''s attention, while the previous officer ran out to deliver her message. "This is the moment whether our dream wille true or not. We''ve arrived at this notion and our enemy fears us. Yes, they are afraid of us. Because we''re strong together.


    Look at the progress we made so much so that they try to undermine us. Inside and outside, nothing is clean. But so what?! Ladies and gentlemen, this is the final mountain we must climb. As long as we seed, it''s the beginning of our dawn. A dawn, full of hope and justice.


    We''re the pioneers and I''m proud to fight against injustice alongside you. So,rades, I promise, don''t lose hope and confidence. We''ll fight together till the end and remember¡ªI will stand with you."


    Her speech continued and Cai Ning looked astonished at her friend''s zeal and pursuit. Never before had she seen Yang Qingyue shine so brightly like a sun, bringing warmth to everyone.


    She had a premonition, from this day onward, Yang Qingyue might really cure the cancer in Province N.

 Chapter 129: Politics at stakes

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    "Why are you eximing out of nowhere!" Tang Ziyi frowned and red at Ling Qingyu. The culprit who nearly damaged her hearing abilities.


    Tang Ziyi rubbed her ears to alleviate a minor pain. Ling Qingyu coughed to dissipate her embarrassment.


    Her behaviors seemed no different from a child and she lost control of herself. "It''s Athena''s message that surprises me."


    "What could bbergast our Boss?" Tang Ziyi was curious.


    "Athena, tell your Aunt about what you told me." Ling Qingyu let Athena exin what she heard before.


    While Tang Ziyi, who also wore the same spectacles, listened to Athena, Ling Qingyu discovered her expression also showed signs of being dumbfounded.


    She smirked at her from the sideline, thinking¡ªwasn''t it the same behavior? Well, Tang Ziyi could hide more and possessed a high psychological tolerance.


    Her eyes turned toward the television and a breaking news came. Was it about the gunshots and chaos?


    But no. Perhaps because the undercurrent of the power struggle received too much attention or the authorities themselves were making a move, this topic had entered even the breaking news session.


    Ling Qingyu turned on the audio, trying to listen to their words. The female announcer''s words didn''t contain any useful information other than summarizing what the public thought.


    But these public ideas mostly originated from the posts which were uploaded on purpose against Yang Qingyue.


    She stood up from her seat and sat down on the sofa, near the television, close to Tang Ziyi, who was immersed in her world with Athena at the moment.


    Her eyes and ears remaining glued to the television screen, Ling Qingyu filled a cup of water from a water jug made of ss and sipped a few to quench her thirst.


    Her excitement from the heightening tension in the city made Ling Qingyue feel thirsty.


    "So, viewers, that''s all the information we collected so far. Let''s see what the expert we invited has in his opinion. Wee, Mr. Qing, Thank you for being with us. Can you give your views on what''s happening at the moment? Why are all the senior officers of a police station in City N apprehended?"


    The camera screen turned to a middle-aged man sitting on the pod simr to the announcer, indicating they were in the same room.


    "Thank you for giving me an opportunity....¡­.." The screen changed to a different camera, showing another perspective of both the announcer and the expert discussing the topic together.


    Ling Qingyu listened with boredom, curious about what Yang Qingyue''s opponent had in mind to refute the usible reason for the arrest.


    She understood, that the news report shouldn''t make this report until a few dayster, alongside the press conference, where the police would release a public statement of the incident.


    Now within the same day, the public perception of the incident had increased in contrast to the conventional case; Ling Qingyu would be a fool if she never realized this was due to the hands of Yang Qingyue''s opponents.


    Finally, her attention was piqued when the announcer asked everyone''s question. "Given your description, it seems like the arrest isn''t as simple as most have guessed. What most likely happens behind the scenes and why it goes in this direction? Now, what''s the consequence that we might see in our daily life because of this?"


    "First and foremost, I think it''s the younger generation among the officers, who are eager for sess and immediate results. In contrast to the older and mature generation, who thought more about a couple of steps ahead. Now the arrest doesn''t mean the senior officers are guilty. In fact, there would be back-and-forth battles in the judicial arena. We''ll see whether the charges are true."


    He continued: "Seeing nothing has changed in Province N, they reckoned it was better in their hand, ousting the senior officials. Frankly, I personally knew these officials, met them, and spoke with them. They aren''t what everyone thought. They''re simply human beings, trying their best to serve the people."


    "You''re saying the younger ones ousted these officials because they would do better but what do you say about the warrant issued by the court of City N." Thedy announcer returned a sharp question.


    "Politics. Not guilty doesn''t mean someone can''t throw ck water at you. I believe most people understand there''ll always be someone who wants to bring you down, especially at the weakest stage. I think the final truth will be revealed in the future and it''s too early to judge these senior officers'' case."


    "I have to agree with you on this, Mister. Now, I presume you are, of the opinion, expressing that these officials are innocent. Why?"


    "Unless someone really knows you personally, nobody could understand your situation. Likewise, as I have said, I have known them personally for a long time. Say our police chief, who''s having the same predicament here. He''s a great friend of mine. He is a loving husband, who cares dearly about his wife, treating her gently. I swear he spoils her a lot.


    He also loved his son. If you met him face to face, I''m sure you''ll get the same idea as mine. A loving father and a loving husband can''t really face these kinds of usations. Reminder for the audience, the police chief here is charged with corruption, sexual battery, and sex trafficking.


    Forgive me for chuckling, but I can surely say to everyone, that you always see those charges pressed on the officials."


    Ling Qingyu choked after hearing the portion about loving father and husband, coughing uncontrobly.


    She patted her chest hard and attracted Tang Ziyi to pat her back hard until Ling Qingyu could breathe properly, finally solving the life-and-death predicament. "Thank you, Sister Ziyi."


    Tang Ziyi nodded and resumed her keyboard warrior''s job. Ling Qingyu almost wanted to beat the shit out of the so-called expert''s head.


    How dare he say this out confidently? Of course, to those ordinary people, it sounded convincing.


    In contrast, those who understood more and got ess to more hidden information, especially from Tang Ziyi¡ªa man who messed around with women, happily abused his power to exploit women, whose sonmitted various crimes and destroyed many women''s lives, seemed opposite to Mr. Qing''s words.


    Perhaps, he knew but who cared? As long as he was paid to wash the ck away, he would without hesitation.


    For them, it appeared the poor women and some men who suffered from the exploitation didn''t deserve any looks or sympathy.


    The world always had dark sides, most people selectively ignored or weren''t aware of. Ling Qingyu closed her eyes, for a few seconds, contemting, in the future, the public must have knowledge of these simr events.


    Controlling her emotion, Ling Qingyue continued listening to the news: "His goal has been to serve the people. I knew some people might whine against this but remember he achieved this difficult bnce. Anyone can understand the intricacies of our Province. I think he did a very good job."


    "You haven''t answered the main question. What are the consequences of this arrest?"


    "Chaos. Absolute chaos. The bnce has been broken." The expert expressed rebuttal and anger. "Our City N and the nearby area might soon be in danger. What the older generation tried hard to achieve peace and bnce would soon be broken by these younger generations. I think we''ll be seeing a more dangerous and appalling rise in crimes in the near future."


    So that was the case, Ling Qingyu now clearlyprehended their goals. It was simply to direct the responsibilities for the ensuing chaos to Yang Qingyue''s action.


    The ordinary people would meekly attribute the reasons for the impending crisis, which destroyed their lifestyles, to Yang Qingyue and her fellow officers.


    By doing so, they solved two problems: one, the senior officers could return after whitewashing themselves; two, they could remove unstable factors among the force, who disagreed with their actions.


    But didn''t they realize their chaotic levels, involving gunfights and more gang involvement might attract more eyes from the central government, prompting them to a harsher response?


    Ling Qingyu tapped her chin and her eyes narrowed. Her head rose up and down slowly. She saw through their moves.


    She muttered and chuckled: "So, that is the case."


    It seemed Ling Qingyu had to participate in this mess. Otherwise, her poorrade might suffer at the hands of these old foxes.


    In order to protect her own business and for her own personal interest, she must support Yang Qingyue. Not to mention, she was already keen on helping Yang Qingyue since the beginning.


    Since Yang Qingyue''s opponents dared to go unrestricted, how could Ling Qingyu not provide further support?


    Unlike Yang Qingyue, she also dared to go unrestricted, without any further consideration or limitations of some factors.


    The only question dangled inside her mind. How on earth was she supposed to help?

 Chapter 130: Her guards werent simple

    The saying money could solve anything appeared to not work in this scenario. Ling Qingyu scratched her hair on the back of her head like crazy.


    Her connections were too short to provide sufficient help. Spending money on the gangs? It likely worked but what if they didn''t follow her script?


    These unstable factors would never suffice. This didn''t work. That didn''t work. AHhh! Ling Qingyu wanted to scream.


    Except for directing the public sentiment, nothing was avable on the table. Ling Qingyu watched Tang Ziyi from the corner of her eyes.


    Now the only help was from her General Tang. But what could one person aplish? She shook her head inwardly.


    After she heard the announcer on the television exim: "Ladies and Gentlemen, we heard another terrible news, that a gunfight is going on as we spoke. I feel like what Mr. Qing predicted just a few minutes ago hade true. Let''s see the videos uploaded by Mr. X where he captured the scene with his phone camera."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes were drawn to the shooting video between a team of police officers and a group of men, wielding weapons.


    Although both sides only utilized small arms, the chaos, and tension were palpable through the screen.


    "That''s terrible." The screen returned to Mr. Qing as he spoke about worries and terrible oues, putting dreadful facts for the viewers.


    In fact, the whole point of this news outlet was to threaten the public into thinking the old days were better.


    They understood it was hard to fool intelligent people but as long as they could control the viewpoint of the majority of the people, their mission was a sess.


    Ling Qingyu snorted and the screen turned ck. Her hand held the remote control and threw it on the sofa.


    She had no desire to continue listening to the lies weaved by others. She wanted to see their movements and now everything was as she had anticipated.


    Her movements rmed Tang Ziyi, sitting near her with aptop over herp as her fingers scrubbed on the keyboards. "Why do you close the TV? What happens?"


    "Nothing, the news just pisses me off." Ling Qingyu replied with a dubious reason.


    Tang Ziyi''s eyes grew wide and her lips twitched at Ling Qingyu''s words. But she understood how it felt when someone sprouted lies in front of someone who experienced it personally.


    The content on the media, even if she hadn''t watched, Tang Ziyi got a general idea of what direction it went and how the public perceived the news.


    Under Athena''s guidance and her hacking skills, Tang Ziyi quickly discovered the location of the shooting incidents.


    She even observed someplex ambushes initiated by the police and frowned. As someone who possessed a wide range of military experience and understood the art of war, Tang Ziyi could now conclude Yang Qingyue''s opposition wasn''t easy.


    Completely different from her oblivious attitude, she paid more attention. Tang Ziyi hopped out of her seat and sat beside Ling Qingyu.


    cing herptop on the ss table in front, Tang Ziyi showed her new video feeds.


    "What''s this all about?" Ling Qingyu leaned forward and studied the videos.


    Of course, she gained nothing except seeing Yang Qingyue''s colleagues in trouble. Sooner orter, reinforcement from the police would arrive and solve the problems.


    She found no problem apart from an increase in chaos, matching the ''expert''s'' prediction. Likewise, many ordinary people would think the same way.


    "You really sense nothing from the videos," Tang Ziyi asked.


    "Well, I find them organized and prepared." Ling Qingyu spoke after some contemtion.


    "Anything else?"


    "Although the police are in trouble, I think reinforcement will alleviate the problem." Ling Qingyu answered and shook her head, showing she found no problem with the videos.


    "These attacks are coordinated and show someone who has a tactical mindset and sufficient energy is nning from behind. If before I only have a suspicion, now I realize the opponents are likely to be those old factions against your sweetheart." Tang Ziyi exined.


    Ling Qingyu nodded and eximed in admiration, listening to Tang Ziyi''s methodical analysis. Expertise wasn''t something one could copy without experience.


    Tang Ziyi could analyze these factors out of the videos told her ability. But wait a minute, why did her mind say there was something wrong with the way Tang Ziyi spoke?


    Oh! Sweetheart. What did she mean? Who was she talking about?


    Ling Qingyu gave Tang Ziyi a nk look, confused about her wording. Tang Ziyi clicked her tongue and reminded. "Don''t you know who your sweetheart is?"


    At first, Ling Qingyu was dumbfounded¡ªshe never had a sweetheart. Until she understood, Tang Ziyi''s words pointed toward Yang Qingyue.


    Her brows creased and there were cklines over her forehead. A speechless expression hang on her darkened face.


    "Stop joking. She and I aren''t even rted." Ling Qingyu rebutted and her eyes rolled at the thoughtful Tang Ziyi.


    "Could it be I was wrong?" Tang Ziyi''s palm held her chin as she leaned on the pleated arm of her cushioned seat. "It shouldn''t be."


    Ling Qingyu almost desired to p the back of Tang Ziyi''s head but finally patted her forehead softly instead, hearing Tang Ziyi''s mutters.


    She wasn''t a fool, looking forward to abusive training. A gentleman''s revenge isn''tte for ten years.


    Unless she could overpower Tang Ziyi, her tail remained curbed and hid its edge. When she felt confident, she would show Tang Ziyi her fangs and what it meant to be a hero.


    "Where do you have such ideas? I rarely met her." Ling Qingyu was curious at how her friend''s brain worked.


    "Of course, I know that." Tang Ziyi replied and gazed at Ling Qingyu''s face as if a fool asked why she was born. "It''s just my personal guess but after studying your expression, it doesn''t seem like what I say is false."


    "Studying me?" Ling Qingyu pointed at herself. "Okay, Professor Tang exins why you think I like her."


    "Whenever I mention about Yang Qingyue, your eyebrows wiggle a little and your lips twitch. Even your eyes move around uncontrobly. Your breathing quickens." Tang Ziyi shrugged and listed out her observations.


    "Did I really have these signs?" Ling Qingyu was dubious. She highly doubted Tang Ziyi pouring ck stuff over her head.


    "In addition, Sister Zhao speaks about your weird expression on the day you met with Officer Yang." Tang Ziyi paused and recalled her memories as she said. "She described your facial features vividly and didn''t understand why you behave like that."


    She continued: "But don''t we understand you deeply. Your crooked perverted desire cannot be hidden from us. And your worries about Yang Qingyue are too obvious. Your crumbling fingers prove my conjecture. I even suspect you have uniform kinks."


    Ling Qingyu blushed, coughing out to alleviate the shame, gave up, and sighed in depression. Never expecting Tang Ziyi to uncover her deep-hidden thoughts, Ling Qingyu didn''t know herself.


    "Well, I might have. But it doesn''t matter now."


    "Right," Tang Ziyi replied and stood up, preparing to pack her stuff.


    "Where''re you going?" Ling Qingyu expressed puzzlement.


    "Of course, to save your sweetheart."


    "You alone?" Ling Qingyu asked hesitantly. "But why are you in a hurry? Their reinforcement would soon arrive and everything is over."


    Ling Qingyu believed the crisis wasn''t a big deal except for the damage to the reputation and credibility of the City N police station.


    Tang Ziyi didn''t speak, just returned a nce of studying a weird specimen. Ling Qingyu''s hair stood upright, goosebumps flew across her skin.


    A momentter, a light bulb flickered on top of her head and her perplexed face gradually transformed into a chill resolute one.


    Her eyes demanded an answer and Tang Ziyi gave an imperceptible nod. Ling Qingyu realized she thought too optimistically.


    No reinforcement would be avable and there wouldn''t be anyone to help Yang Qingyue. It was clear the opponents were willing to drag the entire police force down, just to shift the me on Yang Qingyue.


    Dying, disobeying, uncooperative, and excuses. Various schemes flowed through her calction.


    "We must help her then. How?" Ling Qingyu asked for advice. Her usual scheming brain could no longer work in this type of scenario.


    "It''s us. Remember your bodyguards?" Tang Ziyi reminded.


    "I''m not worried even if you enter a tiger''s den but these women''s skills aren''t enough. I didn''t want to see them harm. My heart aches from a mere thought."


    "Ling Qingyu, you underestimate them too much." Tang Ziyi shook her head and sat down again. "Your female guards all came from the military background and it wasn''t simple. They were from Special Force Brigade."

 Chapter 131: What Tang Ziyi hid was unveiled.

    "What?!" This was astonishing to Ling Qingyu. She never once had imagined her female guards alsoing out from the elite''s camp.


    They didn''t say a word about their work to her after being together for so long. She trusted Su Ruomei''s ability, after meeting her outside like fate.


    Su Ruomei did tell her she was discharged from the military and that was it. Now Tang Ziyi only spent a few days with them, and she knew their history more than her.


    Ling Qingyu red at her jealously¡ªthis big sister really understood how to snatch away the girls.


    Tang Ziyi couldn''t read other''s minds but she could see through Ling Qingyu''s expression and the corner of her lips twitched.


    Why did she look at her like an enemy? me yourself if you don''t have the talents and skills to receive admiration.


    Should Ling Qingyu hear Tang Ziyi say this out loud? She would definitely be pissed off. She possessed skills but those ones couldn''t help her catch girls.


    "Oh! So, you didn''t know them enough?" Tang Ziyi asked in mockery and bit thest word ''enough''.


    "I''m not like some people who use their avable time flirting with girls." Ling Qingyu retorted.


    "Is it not that you don''t have the courage to make the first move?" Tang Ziyi rolled her eyes.


    "I provide expenses for my big family and my support ensures everyone lives well." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "Alright." Tang Ziyi stopped this facade. "So, don''t worry about them. They''ll do fine."


    "To be honest, hearing your words from the heart, I''ll leave those things to you." Ling Qingyu said, also discontinuing throwing salts at one another. "But hey, even if they came out of Special Brigade, you have to know they stillcked training to handle our scenarios."


    "Well, you''re correct. Their training hadn''t reached a week. But my crashed course had covered up the basics except shooting live rounds." Tang Ziyi agreed with Ling Qingyu''s opinion.


    "And you send them straight into danger. Look I don''t care that much about those officers'' lives but these guards are like my little sisters."


    "As is my feeling. Why do you think I won''t care about those? It''s because my eyes tell me, they''re capable and ready." Tang Ziyi interrupted. "Besides, this time is a simple reinforcement. Providing support, not hostage rescue, not raiding barricaded suspects, not active shooter scenarios."


    Ling Qingyu said nothing. She was just too worried. The scenario appeared to be easy for Tang Ziyi''s group. But she expressed disagreement: "But there''re too many enemies in an urbanbat¡­"


    "Remember you also have Athena. A great battlefield assistance and a game changer." Tang Ziyi reminded.


    With Athena''s support, they would exactly know where the enemies were located exactly most of the time, mitigating the risks they had to take in order to search for them.


    "Still, this factor doesn''t guarantee you and the girls'' safety. Well, I shouldn''t worry about you but you know what I meant."


    "Look Qingyu, you must understand in this world, there''s nothing without any risks. Even if you walk on the street, you''re facing risks all the time. A flower vase could kill you from a height." Tang Ziyi patiently exined, grasping Ling Qingyu''s palm.


    Well, Ling Qingyu heard her words but most of her attention was on Tang Ziyi''s softness and firmness, the contrast felt in her hand.


    Observing Ling Qingyu''s stunned and quiet behavior, how could Tang Ziyi fail to see this bastard losing concentration and she swatted away the palm angrily.


    Ling Qingyu woke up and stuttered. "Yes. Yes. You''re right. But that isn''t enough to give me confidence. They have guns, what do you have?


    By the time you requested guns from Yang Qingyue, the situation was already over."


    Tang Ziyi sighed in exaggeration and replied. "Oh! It appears I''ll have to move out the secrets I want to hide."


    Ling Qingyu was curious if her friend still hid something from her and remembered for once that Tang Ziyi always disappeared secretly, going into the underground chamber and tinkering with stuff.


    "Speaking of hiding, you still won''t tell me what you''re doing in the secret realms in the past days. Is it rted?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Yes, of course, it''s rted." Tang Ziyi nodded and clicked a few buttons on herptop, showing her the screen. "Look at these rifles."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes were drawn to a variety of firearms images ranging from assault rifles, pistols, submachine guns and sniper rifles, even shotguns.


    "What do you mean by showing these guns'' images." Ling Qingyu didn''t get it, her intuition already understood what Tang Ziyi meant but she refused to believe this possibility.


    "It means, we have these weapons already in the secret realm." Tang Ziyi admitted her deeds proudly.


    "Come on. What are you proud of, huh? If not for Athena''s existence, you couldn''t produce these weapons." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "No, I can produce the weapons myself, as long as I have the machine." Tang Ziyi shook her finger at Ling Qingyu. "It''s just not as fast and as convenient as Athena does. The efficiency levelpletely reaches godhood."


    "So, you''ve been designing and building weapons underground in the past days?" Ling Qingyu asked, curious what was on Tang Ziyi''s mind to produce firearms.


    "It''s just my hobby and you have no idea how many armories I used to have." Tang Ziyi replied nonchntly.


    "And you make my underground chamber, an armory?" Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched.


    "Stop giving me that face. Your ideas and future ns need this." Tang Ziyi said. "I''m just preparing to support you anytime you desire."


    Tang Ziyi''s words caused Ling Qingyu to roll her eyes. It was like her friend saying: It''s for your own good, not my personal interest.


    Tang Ziyi added: "And that''s not it. Here look at the equipment."


    Ling Qingyu saw ker helmets of unknown military grades, ker body armor, kneepads, elbow pads, and other military average infantryman''s inventories, even including night visions.


    By seeing what Tang Ziyi showed, she realized perhaps the firearms'' equipment was also avable. It was no mistake to call her guards if they equipped everything, a tier-one unit in terms of inventory avable on their kit.


    "You made all these within a short time frame? Tell me they''re just blueprints." Ling Qingyu asked with a trembling voice.


    "It''s not just me alone."


    "Athena! So, this is what you hide from your mother." Ling Qingyu gritted her teeth and asked her AI daughter.


    "Okay, Sister Qingyu. Don''t me your daughter. I told her it was to help her mother''s future."


    "You!" Ling Qingyu pointed her finger at Tang Ziyi in anger. "You''re teaching the wrong things to my child."


    "Athena is also a child to me too." Tang Ziyi replied. "And it''s not like you aren''t there to guide her properly."


    "Mom, it''s not I want to hide but Aunt Tang said, it''s for your own good." Athena''s squeaky voice came in from her spectacles.


    Hearing her daughter''s voice, Ling Qingyu''s anger dissipated. She couldn''t bear to scold her. "Alright, the next time you do something, you have to tell your mother, okay?"


    "Yes, Mom." Athena sounded happy. "Isn''t Mom angry with Athena anymore?"


    "Nope. Just don''t trust your Aunt Tang too much." Ling Qingyu gave Tang Ziyi a side nce as she said.


    "Hey! Hey! Athena, don''t listen to her words. Your mother is just expressing her anger." Tang Ziyi interrupted. Where would she cry if she lost the opportunity to design and build her hobby?


    Ling Qingyu said nothing because she understood Tang Ziyi knew the proportion and cared for Athena''s growth too. Among the three, Tang Ziyiprehended the most about Athena''s situation.


    "Is that all you hid these days?" Ling Qingyu asked Tang Ziyi.


    "Of course not," Tang Ziyi transformed theptop into a tablet and showed her the screen. "Look at these beasts here."


    Ling Qingyu stared at the screen, wide-eyed, her jaw almost dropping. On the screen, Ling Qingyu saw, a big military armor vehicle, simr to the HuNovelFireee butrger than Ling Qingyu had known before.


    Tang Ziyiughed happily and introduced the vehicles happily. From Tang Ziyi''s exnation, Ling Qingyu knew the vehicle type¡ªMRAP¡ªMine-Resistant Ambush Protected.

 Chapter 132: Ling Qingyu watched Tang Ziyis hobbies

    With her eyes bulging, Ling Qingyu muttered and watched the vehicle carefully, 3D animation, so that as her finger scrolled the screen, it also changed the camera perspectives.


    She didn''t understand the vehicle specifications but she knew US military HuNovelFireee was like a baby in front of the two beasts.


    She listened to Tang Ziyi''s description, along with AR animation''s help from Athena in her sses.


    MRAP¡ªMine-Resistant Ambush Protected¡ªas the name suggested, served to guard the upants inside the vehicle from the dangers of mine.


    The vehicle had a 6x6 chassis and 700 horsepower engine, with an automatic gearbox with 7 forward and 2 reverse speeds.


    The innovative feature of both front-wheeled and rear-wheeled steering enhanced its maneuverability.


    It had a range of 800 km and its maximum speed could reach 120 km per hour. This new armored modr wheeled vehicle would be capable of carrying out missions such as transport,bat,bat support, medivac, and other dangerous tasks.


    Thebat weight was 25 tonnes but could be increased by substituting another baggage space of 5 tonnes.


    The internal volume of the vehicle was more than 15 cubic meters, including 5 cubic meters of storage space. Its dimensions consisted of a length of 8m, a width of 2.55m, and a height of 2.80m.


    The vehicle could carry 12 passengers behind in addition to the driver and co-driver at the front. More capacity for transport could be easily aplished by a slight modification, at the cost of losingfort and space.


    Athena and Tang Ziyi designed the vehicles, with the help of data around the world and her personalbat experience, with multiple doorways.


    The driver and co-driver could leave through the side doors provided toward the front. The passengers could leave through three exits from the rear, and two sides in the middle.


    There were also two rear roof hatches and one front roof hatch. The armaments were customizable and the vehicle design left many possibilities.


    Underneath the vehicle, the V-shaped doubleyer monocoque hull was an all-welded armor, offering level 4 protection.


    It could withstand a st of 20 kilograms TNT underneath of anywhere under the hull. The specially produced wheels could also withstand the same amount.


    Tang Ziyi boasted this vehicle should rank top 1 in the world, patting her chest proudly. Ling Qingyu could only stare at these specs in astonishment.


    Awesome, very awesome, very very awesome. Only these words fluttered in her mind. Noticing Tang Ziyi exhibiting arrogance, Ling Qingyu got annoyed.


    If it wasn''t for Athena''s help, hmph, Ling Qingyu snorted but she had to admit Tang Ziyi also yed an important role in the design too.


    "Is this the one giving you confidence?" Ling Qingyu asked curiously. She must nod her head despite the reluctance, Tang Ziyi possessed sufficient tools at her disposal.


    "Of course not. There are two of them. Since the day you mentioned SWAT, we began producing the vehicles. Unfortunately, given the time, we can only produce two." Tang Ziyi shook her head in regret.


    Ling Qingyu wanted to p Tang Ziyi hard multiple times¡ªonly two? Please, given less than a week timeline, producing two was a miracle. Not to mention these godlike specifications.


    Although Ling Qingyu didn''t have awareness of military technologies, she could ascertain, that their armored vehicles surpassed this world.


    "Wait a minute, how do you two manufacture this vehicle?" Ling Qingyu asked sharply.


    "Please, we didn''t steal or do anything illegal and against the morals." Tang Ziyi replied.


    "Yes, Mom. Aunt Tang provided me with useful data and variables. We tested our experiments together and achieved sess. Plus with the reverse engineering done on the vehicles Mom bought, I obtained the required basic framework for the vehicle, including engines and wheels." Athena who was listening from the sidelines, answered quickly.


    "I have some knowledge of the military technologies and studied those armors and vehicles, as a side hobby. So, I provide Athena with some numbers, and boom! We got the result." Tang Ziyi added.


    Ling Qingyu believed their statements because Tang Ziyi''s existence could shorten the research progress from her expertise. Moreover, Athena could fasten the process, easily carrying out experiments, without any consideration of wasting money and resources.


    In addition, Athena could produce ample amounts of raw materials as long as the energy didn''t disappear.


    "Sister Tang, you''re guiding Athena to the wrong path by letting her get in touch with weaponry." Ling Qingyu sighed and said.


    "Said someone, who taught her daughter to conduct reverse engineering." Tang Ziyi rebutted.


    Ling Qingyu choked. After all, in her opinion, it was better than stealing directly those information from others, who research with great effort. "At least, it''s better than your country copying other''s properties."


    "Your country also steals too. What''re you rambling about." Tang Ziyi wasn''t done.


    "Where, where? Give me an example?"


    "The first jet engine, your country ever manufactured was from another country''s belongings."


    "Hey! That was the shared technologies between the two nations." Ling Qingyu defended her country.


    "Through economic coercion and maniption of the politics? It''s just an upright and righteous stealing, that''s all." Tang Ziyi snorted.


    Ling Qingyu choked her words. Tang Ziyi continued: "While your country guards against mine, we''re bleeding blood for the mothend for the people to get better. To spread our red and glory."


    "That''s why my country stepped in to stop your red gue."


    "And you got the phrase¡ªGo home G.I.."


    Ling Qingyu choked again and retorted. "It''s not like yours got your ass whooped."


    "Alright, I think we digress from the topic." Tang Ziyi exhaled and gave up, arguing.


    Ling Qingyu nodded. "No matter what, your red doesn''t exist in this world."


    Tang Ziyi smiled helplessly. It was the truth. Revolution began 200-300 years ago and there wasn''t any time for the red to spread. "Now, I''m blue."


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes and said. "Hey, isn''t it weird, your production of this modr armored vehicle is fast and you still haven''t finished modifying my Bentley. Until my hair turns grey, will I be able to drive my own Bentley?"


    Tang Ziyi coughed: "Ahem¡­That...The production was Athena''s and I personally modify the vehicles, because it''s my hobby."


    "Okay, I guess you have finished my Bentley, right?"


    "Yes, I''ll leave that to Athena, now that there aren''t any safe vehicles for you at the moment yet." Tang Ziyi replied. "Athena, please help me finish your mother''s Bentley and drive it toward herpany."


    "Yes, Aunt." Athena''s reply was also heard in Ling Qingyu''s ears. She understood Athena must have utilized the autonomous driving ability of her Bentley.


    Suddenly, her eyes narrowed as she remembered. "Sister Tang, if you roll these two beasts into the public, will we attract attention? Is the gain worth our loss?"


    Tang Ziyi shrugged. "It''s your call. Sacrificing something if you want to save your sweetheart and help her in the process or do nothing and watch the situation in our City worsen."


    It was indeed contrary to Ling Qingyu''s original n. Even though no one would connect her female guards, who would pretend to be SWAT, with Ling Qingyu, the attention received could blow her cover too.


    "You and I both understand, that an iron fist is needed in the city. We all are familiar with how Cartel works back in our world." Ling Qingyu said. "We must never set up such precedence in our city. Otherwise, it would be more troublesome to deal with them in the future."


    Tang Ziyi nodded her head heavily. She knew what Ling Qingyu meant. Every time an important Cartel member was captured or arrested by the authorities, they would create chaos across the city until finally the authorities released the criminals, and it stopped.


    Although it hadn''t urred yet in City N, the current issue was getting simr to Cartel''s. Like someone refusing to negotiate with terrorists, the city must have someone who would willingly do violence to control violence.


    "Finally," Tang Ziyi showed her invention on the screen to assure Ling Qingyu. "This is the armored clothing, utilizing some of the nanotechnologies. It''s soft, and light yet very resistant against bullets. The clothing also included a cooling system inside to prevent overheating and Athena and I have tested, it could withstand pistol rounds easily and tolerate 7.62 mm caliber.


    However, there would be tears and the user will feel some pain."


    Ling Qingyu was bbergasted, watching the bi-product of Tang Ziyi and Athena in amazement.

 Chapter 133: Eldest Sister! Please control yourselves

    Ling Qingyu nced at Tang Ziyi in a weird way because her friend resembled Mr.Q character in James Bonds'' movies. One after another sophisticated yet unprecedented invention came out of her head.


    Although Tang Ziyi''s head had various ideas in her mind, it was Athena''s existence who made it applicable in reality.


    With Athena, simtions and testing became a piece of cake, without costing severe expenses like theboratories of otherpanies. The only missingponent might be apetent and strategic scientist to participate in the research.


    And Athena showed no difference from a conventional scientist. These were Ling Qingyu''s momentary thoughts and ns which ran inside her brain.


    When Ling Qingyu was about to inquire more, Tang Ziyi cut her off: "Don''t ask. It''ll take more time to exin the process and mechanism of this clothing. Just trust me and Athena, who have tested these products."


    Ling Qingyu could only nod under Tang Ziyi''s fierce stare but she still asked. "Can you guarantee that is the truth?"


    "Of course, I would never make fun of my life or the lives of my sisters. Everything is foolproof. Not to mention, there are other remaining items which I have no time to delve the information. You can ask Athena about those. "


    "Alright, you can take away the capable ones but who will protect me?"


    "Xiao Yue will be left behind and some sisters who can use firearms."


    "Speaking of guns, how are you going to solve the legal issues?"


    "Don''t worry, I hacked into the government system and obtained the license to permit carrying firearms."


    "Fine. Go then. I think Yang Qingyue might need you more. Don''t waste the time, every second means a life."


    "En," Tang Ziyi muttered and went out, closing the door. Ling Qingyu felt worried, regarding the safety of her female guards, no matter how many times, Tang Ziyi assured her.


    Athena consoled Ling Qingyu several times, showing their test results and video recordings. Only then, Ling Qingyu''s heart calmed down but her desire to keep working vanished.


    Bored, Ling Qingyu asked Athena to show her the videos of the CCTVs where the chaos currently was going on.


    ...............................................


    Tang Ziyi closed the door and smiled at Zhao Xiurong who gazed at her. She quickened her pace toward Xiao Yue, who seemed to be having a conversation with Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu.


    A great coincidence, Tang Ziyi thought as she no longer needed to search for them. The three of them also noticed Tang Ziyi walking toward their direction and stopped the topic.


    When they were about to greet her, they only heard Tang Ziyi say: "Follow me to the underground parking lots."


    The three exchanged nces and followed her steps, since Tang Ziyi''s expression told seemed something serious had happened.


    "What''s the matter, Sister Ziyi?" Su Ruomei asked and the others showed curiosity in their eyes.


    Tang Ziyi answered as she walked ahead. "Today, City N isn''t safe, especially with the chaos outside where the police couldn''t even control the public. We must prepare ourselves for the safety of Sister Ling."


    "What news did you hear?" Su Ruomei''s eyes narrowed. It wasn''t without any reason for Tang Ziyi to be suddenly so serious.


    "I think, it''ll all be on the news very soon." Tang Ziyi replied. "Oh and how many of your oldrades who participated in the training session with me are in thispany?"


    Su Ruomei looked at Jiang Yu, who answered the question quickly. "10 of them are working here.


    "So, the other 10 members in thispany are newly recruited then?" Since Tang Ziyi didn''t deal with the logistical affair, regarding recruitment and organizing the shifts, she asked Jiang Yu for more information.


    "Yes, Sister Tang. We''ve more than 20 new female guards, discharged recently from the military working here. Today is their first shift. That''s why we have abination of 10 plus 10, new and old, working together." Jiang Yu exined.


    Tang Ziyi nodded and told Su Ruomei: "Sister Su should call all of the old ones to gather at the underground exclusive parking lot, perhaps one or two rookies too. I have a lot to talk to."


    Su Ruomei muttered in agreement and talked into the radios, to summon her subordinates as requested by Tang Ziyi.


    In the underground parking lot, after a few minutester and seeing everyone had arrived, Tang Ziyi began briefing the situation of City N to the guards around.


    She received numerous reactions.


    "I didn''t expect the gangs to have the courage to face the entire police force."


    "It''s not like you don''t know there are moles inside."


    "Yeah. I heard the gangs operate usually in the area but to even dare to shoot at the officers. I have no words."


    "But what effect does the situation have on us?" Finally, one of them asked the important points.


    "A good question, everybody has in mind. I suppose some of you have made a guess." Tang Ziyi gave a thumbs-up sign to the girl who asked.


    Everyone surrounding her waited for what Tang Ziyi would say next. Tang Ziyi walked toward her Cadic and ced theptop above the trunk.


    Tang Ziyi said while she disyed several video feeds live on the screen: "It''s in our best interest that ourpany''s surrounding areas guarantee a high level of safety and stability. Once this is broken, the revenue would drop, and even our sry might be affected."


    She added: "Don''t think everything so simply. Everyponent is connected by chains of connection and the failure in one of the mechanisms can affect the rest. Likewise, the gang uprising, as in my view will form a drastic change to us."


    "But we can''t do anything to them. Not to mention, who knows these corrupt coppers do other bad deeds. It''s best for the gangs and them to fight against each other."


    "I hate to tell you, the officers involved in this crisis are officers who love themunity and have a heart of justice unlike those we usually hear from outside." Tang Ziyi exined the scenarios more clearly and described the event to rify the situation going on at present.


    "The reason I call you over is to help these officers in need and President Ling affirms my decision. As for how to deal with them, you''ll know when we go back to the manor and I''ll brief everything there. Any questions?¡­ Right now¡­" Tang Ziyi closed the lid of herptop seeing the rest nod their heads, lifted it in her hand, and opened the trunk of the vehicle.


    After cing theptop safely, she unzipped the bags inside and took out the things one by one. Everyone leaned their heads a little in a crowded space to see what Tang Ziyi wanted to show them.


    They saw seven pistols, ced ordingly. All Glock 19.


    Everyone had their mouth agape, surprised at how Tang Ziyi managed to own several firearms, even in a firearm-restricted country.


    If Tang Ziyi heard them, she would sneer and think, a merew couldn''t stop what she wanted. Even those in power, bent and stretched these rules to their advantage. What''s wrong with her trying for everyone''s safety and benefits? Not to mention, she had the skills to do so.


    Before Tang Ziyi might have been reluctant to part with these small arms, she personally owned but after having Athena''s existence, Tang Ziyi now had the ability to produce and customize any guns she liked.


    "How does Instructor Tang own so many guns?" One of the guards asked curiously. Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu also felt the same and anticipated how Tang Ziyi would answer.


    "I have a permit."


    "How do you apply for it? Even with our military background¡­" The female guard paused but everyone understood the meaning.


    "Well, I hacked the server and filled in the information myself. Here, from now on, with this paper, thepany''s bodyguard can legally wield firearms for the security." Tang Ziyi transferred the document she took out from her hand and showed it to the rest.


    When everyone heard what Tang Ziyi said, they had cklines over their forehead, with one singr thought going in the same frequency:


    Please, sister, stop bragging about your illegal deeds in public. We know you''re talented but please don''t.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu had their eyelids twitched from Tang Ziyi''s style. Even though everyone had quit working for the official department, it still felt weird to witness someone breaking thew in front of them.


    Xiao Yue controlled her chuckle after seeing their reactions and interrupted the embarrassing atmosphere: "Sister Ziyi, what are these pistols for then?"


    "While I take 10 of us, who had already trained with me for action, the rest also needed protection. These firearms should help you in case something goes wrong suddenly. I''m sorry I only have seven of these in my car." Tang Ziyi shrugged and replied. "Sister Yue, I believe this is the one you''ve used before."


    Tang Ziyi gave her favorite sister, a different version from the Glock series, of which Xiao Yue held it during the gang fight at the initial entry into this world.

 Chapter 134: Return to the Ling Qingyus residence

    Xiao Yue nodded and grabbed the weapon along with the holster Tang Ziyi gave her. The two rookies, whose group despite having a military background, were ineligible to join her team were given all the remaining pistols along with a few magazines, to be distributed by them ordingly.


    Tang Ziyi asked Xiao Yue and the two to return to their respective posts while the remaining girls were ordered to follow her back to the manor.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu were riding alongside Tang Ziyi inside the Cadic while the rest drove the Range Rovers.


    After the convoy, led by a ck Cadic, left the parking lot and joined in thene, it elerated immediately. Time was of the essence at the moment. Reaching a dozen more than the legal speed limit, the ck convoy went through the traffic, swerving left and right in search of a clearer and faster path, leaving behind trails of honks.


    The trafficmotion they left behind returned to normal after a few seconds, except for curses and someone trying to take a photograph with their phones.


    Tang Ziyi requested Athena''s help, to control the traffic system and smoothen the flow of traffic along the convoy''s pathway. This meant controlling the traffic lights at the junction and clearing the congested area ahead of the journey.


    Their convoy rushed unimpeded, crossing every green light at the intersection, without having to halt the vehicles at all. Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu widened their eyes and stared at Tang Ziyi, suspiciously.


    The path to their destination was too smooth, even if the time wasn''t rush hour yet, and hinted an abnormality. As someone who had a record of breaking rules, they instantly identified the culprit, the mastermind behind this traffic wizardry.


    In contrast, Tang Ziyi was unfazed. She had no qualms about speeding or disregarding traffic regtions, under the watch of traffic wardens, whose eyes bulged seeing their vehicles sped by, especially given the current turmoil within the police force.


    They were powerless¡ªtheir hand gestures drew no reaction from the convoy¡ªexcept to capture the moment with their phone. But after they drew out their phones, the convoy was nowhere to be seen. Their only reliance was on the CCTV system, recording the event.


    Little did they know, electronic evidence could easily be manipted by capable hackers and wasn''t the most reliable.


    Not to mention, Athena''s power wasn''t to be underestimated. Even without her help, Tang Ziyi was confident in erasing their illegal trace.


    But she hoped this kind of act didn''t waft into Ling Qingyu''s ears that she was teaching Athena, the wrong way.


    The roar of the engines and the intense drain of energy concentrating on the road dissipated the worries and Tang Ziyi mmed the pedal, lunging for more power.


    The two Range Rovers behind also struggled to keep up the pace and fortunately, Athena''s minute control was excellent to prevent any idents from happening.


    Of course, the driving skills of the two from behind following Tang Ziyi''s lead must be apuded.


    ¡­..


    Finally arrived at the gateway toward Ling Qingyu''s residential area. Yes, it no longer belonged to Shen family since day one she bought.


    However, because of theck of personnels, the entry point security was taken over by those from the Shen family.


    After knowing Su Ruomei recruited a few more female guards, Ling Qingyu gave these previous outside securities some ample financial support and released them from their duties.


    Now Su Ruomei''s subordinates took over the responsibility of the main gates before entering the residential area.


    Tang Ziyi suspected Ling Qingyu did on purpose to possess all female guards. Luckily, she didn''t insist on her future n of recruiting all women for mercenaries.


    However, Tang Ziyi admitted the advantage of having one''s own guards, taking over the security of the residential area rather than strangers.


    Since Ling Qingyu possessed several secrets and needed to hide from the public, it was best to expel the strangers, whom she had no control.


    Tang Ziyi supported the new arrangement, believing every secretive movement urring could be kept under wrap, like one they would be doing in the next moment.


    With Athena helping monitor the security inside and outside, where nothing could be hidden from her eyes, the arrangement was perfect.


    The only problem remaining was how to inject little by little the secret Ling Qingyu had to other girls staying with them. Sooner orter, things would go noticed.


    Tang Ziyi figured it was now the time to slowly unveil some things meant to stay away from the public eye. For example, her current group of guards in the convoy and in the manor who stayed for a long time with Ling Qingyu.


    Two advantages gained from this action: increased their loyalties after learning about the secrets when they felt their employer gave her huge trust, and enhanced the unity among the guards because they now slowly understood Ling Qingyu''s implications.


    Tang Ziyi''s convoy only slowed down for a moment, showing their presence before the gate opened wide for the vehicles to pass through.


    Su Ruomei already informed the guards on duty to allow ess immediately because every second was precious. Of course, everyone had a set of codes to describe their situations.


    Should someone want to exploit their rapid entry by kidnapping one of the guards, the code sent out would bepletely different, alerting everyone of the danger.


    The vehicles sped past the entry and Tang Ziyi turned right at a small intersection instead of going straight toward the manor.


    Although the vehicles behind were puzzled by her action, they kept following until the convoy reached and parked in front of the multi-story vi.


    Every resident and even thend solely belonged to Ling Qingyu. After hearing their guards might be SWAT units in the future, Tang Ziyi had chosen a suitable spot to renovate the vi as an office building.


    The vi had eight floors, including the underground parking space, which was naturally created after the formation of the secret realm.


    Since its very existence, every housing in the area had an extra underground parking lot connected to theplex web of integrated tunnels that traveled below the earth''s surface, in addition to the secret chamber which could be traveled by foot.


    The tunnel, on the other hand, served as a road for vehicles to go in and out of the secret realms.


    Before leaving thepany, Tang Ziyi had requested Athena to move out the required equipment, including the two armored beasts, and weapons cache through these tunnels.


    Yes, the vehicles had an autonomous driving function, connected with Athena''swork, to protect against infringement by other malicious parties.


    "This vi bes our new office in the near future. For now, not much has been done regarding the renovation. We''ll deal with thatter." Tang Ziyi exined the purpose of this vi.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu somewhat guessed what Tang Ziyi wanted to conduct and they were excited, based on her narration.


    Tang Ziyi continued: "Plus, the housing in our residential area could be allocated to your guards to live together if the number increases to a hundred proportion."


    Su Ruomei was also in a dilemma about arranging her subordinates'' residence. Now that she had Tang Ziyi''s words, she could also discuss with Ling Qingyu about the ideas.


    Gathering her group of guards in Ling Qingyu''s manor might crowd the avable space and Tang Ziyi''s words solved the oing problem straightaway.


    The three cars stopped the engine and exited the vehicles. Under Tang Ziyi''s lead, except for the excitement emitting from Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu, they entered the vi with suspicions.


    Tang Ziyi was also new here but she had Athena''s help, who solved all the obstacles. She walked down the staircase leading to the underground parking lot, where Athena had sent her requested items.


    The electric lighting turned on as soon as her foot stepped onto the floor. Behold, everyone stopped short as they were dumbfounded by the sight.


    Tang Ziyi''s words brought them out of their stupor. "Sister Su, you should call the rest here ASAP and get prepared."

 Chapter 135: Available equipment

    Everyone snapped out of their daze after hearing Tang Ziyi speak. They were lost in their words, showing how much the sight they saw, overwhelmed their thinking capacity.


    Su Ruomei coughed and scolded her subordinates: "What''s with your expressions? It''s not like we haven''t seen bigger scenes."


    Crows cawed inside their head as they heard Su Ruomei''s chiding. Could this be the same as what they just witnessed?


    Jiang Yu coughed a few times to alleviate the embarrassment, watching her Sister Su''s act of calling the remaining members as told by Tang Ziyi afterward.


    She was suspicious about why Su Ruomei didn''t fall into a state of stupefaction. Of course, how could she know her elder sister merely recovered faster than anybody else.


    Well, what appeared in front of them were weapon caches. Many rubbed their eyes as if there was something wrong with their vision in disbelief.


    They were already astonished by the fact that Tang Ziyi possessed multiple pistols. Now the sight before them had surpassed the previous shocks.


    Arrays of assault rifles were arranged in line. Arge number of magazines were also ced underneath the rifles.


    Numerous boxes beside them probably consisting of tens of thousands of bullets. Or maybe other sidearms stored inside.


    These items were brought out from the underground basement by Athena''s small robots, which could take on the task of moving things, without alerting anyone in the manor and around.


    While Su Ruomei summoned the rest of the sisters, the female guards covered their mouths as they continued watching the items from a distance.


    Nobody dared to step forward and grab those weapons, in contrast to their military background, who would usually be delighted to handle those weapons.


    Their hands itched but Tang Ziyi hadn''t said anything yet. So, no one moved out of their desires. Tang Ziyi walked toward the cache while waiting for the rest to arrive.


    Soon, another 10 women came, guided by Su Ruomei, and stumbled short the same way, the previous group did.


    Now, the senior generation chuckled at their behaviors. Tang Ziyi began introducing the items. "So, everyone realizes everything here is rted to weapons. Let me introduce what are we preparing to do and what these are meant for."


    With Su Ruomei''s interjection, Tang Ziyi exined the reason for bearing these weapons and re-briefed the current situation in the surroundings¡ªpolice in crisis and they were preparing to help¡ªstating the importance of having ess to firearms for protection.


    "It''s never good to rely on others regarding your own personal safety. Likewise, the same can be applied to our group of women. Now, I think our group is way upset by staying away from the guns and your bones are getting frosty, working as bodyguards. How about we upgrade that to another tier?"


    Tang Ziyi''s speech resonated with their hearts. Despite serving as bodyguards for Ling Qingyu felt satisfying and worry-free, there remained a craving in their hearts which could no longer be quelled.


    The me burned more, reminiscing the days they were training in the military. In spite of all theforts, Ling Qingyu offered which they greatly appreciated, they still longed for something simr to range training.


    Tang Ziyi''s words contained these implicit meanings that in theing future, they might have time for their cravings.


    "Everyone has a general idea of what''s about to happen next. I''ll exin as we go by. First, wear these clothes; we don''t have time to speak step-by-step." Tang Ziyi opened one of the boxes. Inside were piles of ck tactical clothing.


    Tang Ziyi''s further exnation sheded light in the eyes of every woman. They were amazed again by the technology involved.


    The materials consisted in the clothes were mostly synthetic stic fibers woven under a microscopic arrangement, able to withstand severe shocks by possessing a high resistance and spreading the iing force to the rest of the interconnected fibers across the clothing.


    It was totally a new material in this world and unheard of. Well, how much recent scientific knowledge could soldiers possess. If they understood it deeply, they wouldn''t be soldiers in the first ce.


    "So, you mean these clothes are bulletproof." Su Ruomei asked everyone''s question.


    "Yes." Gasps entered Tang Ziyi''s ears after she replied. "Plus, they can withstand a rifle caliber of 7.62mm and it also includes the cooling system because of how the fabrics areyered and constructed, as air flows from outside to inside like a circtory system over your body."


    All of them had finished wearing these clothes, testing out the restraint, flexibility, and weight. In their opinion, the weightless clothing possessing a bulletproof effect was already remarkable.


    When Tang Ziyi confessed she was also part of the design process, everyone looked at her in admiration. The reason why Tang Ziyi admitted her deeds was to affirm everyone to feel ease and that the clothing was reliable and she would not make jokes about their life.


    In fact, although she told Ling Qingyu the data for this clothing were originally from her, it was from a nano-technologyb she infiltrated back in her line of work. She identally noticed the archived files and stored it away.


    Because the production of this synthetic material cost more than manufacturing a tank, most researchers and investors of theb agreed that the idea was too dreamlike and unrealistic.


    However, Athena''s supervision and the nano-printer solved the greatest predicament faced by these researchers and Tang Ziyi got a lottery without spending effort. It wouldn''t be wrong to say Tang Ziyi obtained a huge gold mine without a naught.


    Even though the mass production numbering in millions of products each day was impossible, the application was sufficient for private purposes.


    What Tang Ziyi spoke next drewughter around: "If not for this clothing, I''m sure President Ling would be the first to refuse my n. I''m telling you, she definitely regards your safety above everything else."


    Their heart melted from hearing her words. Warmth seeped into their bodies and each swore silently they would protect Ling Qingyu at all costs.


    Tang Ziyi added: "Most of us here knew President Ling encountered the ident. Actually, it was a failed assassination attempt and she survived luckily. And the main culprits who were directly responsible, are rted to these gangs who are fighting the police as we speak. It''s another good reason why we must participate."


    The expression of the women listening to Tang Ziyi turned ferocious, as she initially expected. Whoever hurt their boss should be prepared for their wrath.


    This also became another motivation to react to the current chaos suffered by the City N police station. Tang Ziyi no longer needed to brew more motivation from the women, who couldn''t wait to get out and use their hands.


    "C''mon Instructor Tang, we should act fast."


    "Yes. Please introduce about the weapons, our support, and the n for action."


    "Yes." x n times.


    Everybody was eager to whoop the gangs'' asses. Before due to theck of firearms in their arsenal, the guards weren''t motivated to participate in the action to help the police.


    It wasn''t their cowardice; it was their true self-knowledge. An organized criminal group who possessed firearms was terrifying for any bodyguards, especially if they couldn''t arm themselves.


    Even though their eyes couldn''t look closely, they had already discovered Tang Ziyi provided them with guns, helmets, ker vests and aiming essories from a distant, along with the new clothing, promised by Tang Ziyi to provide protection against most bullets.


    They were safer than inside an armor vehicle. So, it was natural to have enhanced confidence rising among these female guards.


    Not to mention, despite only single-digit days of training with Tang Ziyi without live-shooting, they had practiced drills after drills along with martial arts practice.


    Even if their current mission might be the firstbat experience, nobody was terrified for the time being.

 Chapter 136: Aegis

    Of course, it would be wrong to say no one was nervous in their hearts. Nervousness, stress, and confidence were the normal factors going through their psychology.


    Even Tang Ziyi had these inside her mind, albeit a difference in the degrees to which they affected her judgment and actions.


    Tang Ziyi moved on her exnation and picked up the rifle in her hands. After seeing everyone already dressed up in the armored clothing, she ordered: "Now get yourselves some protection. Put the Helmet and Ker vest on your bodies."


    In contrast to most military helmets, Tang Ziyi''s one contained an additional ss shield visor simr to riot gear, in front of the face. In fact, the ss itself was a bullet-resistant shield simr to the one worn by GSG-9 and GIGN units around the world.


    The ruffling of fabrics and clicks of buttons hooking resounded in the room.


    The girls sprung into action, and finished her order after a while, listening to Tang Ziyi''s description of a rifle.


    QBZ-192 was a carbine version of QBZ-191 assault rifle that originated from Country C. A newly designed firearmpletely different from its predecessor¡ªQBZ-95 bullpup rifle.


    It used 5.8x42 mm intermediate caliber and had a barrel length of 266.7mm. Its effective range was probably around 300-400 meters, ideal for most groundbat scenarios.


    Tang Ziyi quickly disassembled the carbine parts into different partsbeling and disying eachponent before the group: receivers, bolts, trigger guards, full-length Picatinny rail, barrels¡­etc.


    She also listed out all the attachments avable to match this carbine and assembled the gun again along with other extraponents:ser sight, scope, handguards, and suppressors to lower the noise level. A newly modernized weapon appeared on her hands.


    Honestly, Tang Ziyi didn''t like this weapon at all. ording to the news report, the bullets leaving the barrel spiraled during mid-flight, affecting the pration ability, which was solved by Athena fortunately and the rifle achieved remarkable sess as a result.


    However, Tang Ziyi couldn''t change the weapons they held as she liked because most firearm groups in Country C used domestically produced weapons.


    If she wanted to import foreign weapons, she might need other privileges for a green light. That was one of the reasons why she let Athena manufacture such types of rifles for use.


    Otherwise, the attention received from the outside wasn''t worth their endeavor, and some other investigation from the central government agency might bring disadvantages instead.


    Once she obtained licenses, she would immediately rece the weapon for a better tform, reliability, and adaptability.


    "Get yourselves familiar with the weapons and equipment, and I''ll talk about thebat n in the next moment." Tang Ziyi said while putting bullets into the magazines.


    The rest also followed suit, lock, and load, familiarizing themselves with the weapons and getting ready. Seeing everyone loaded up all the kits and holding the rifles as if looking at the precious jewelry, Tang Ziyi even couldn''t identify who was who for sure.


    Particrly, the kit also included head masks, disying only the eyes to the onlookers, under their helmets and visors. It was the most important feature of their group, to protect their identities from being investigated by others after the mission.


    Of course, there were codes tagged on the clothing after they dressed uppletely, each with separate numbers to differentiate from each other.


    "How many among you have the medical training and experience? Please raise your hand." Tang Ziyi saw three hands, one of them was Jiang Yu. "Jiang Yu and the other two will focus on providing first aids to the officers in need, while the rest of us will cover and provide suppressive fire for them. Are we clear about this?"


    "Yes!"


    "I know, we haven''t trained to be qualified yet. But remember you''re from the Special Brigade, having being taught, how to nk, maneuver, work as a team and handle the weapons perfectly. Plus, I have instructed and improved your weapon handling and body posturing skills in a firefight, in thest few days. I''m sure this mission will be a piece of cake for yah. Now, let''s talk our mission."


    Tang Ziyi put down her special sses on the top of the box and turned the direction toward the wall. A projection consisting of the map and somebels appeared on the screen. Athena''s sses served as a projector for Tang Ziyi as she began to exin eachbel.


    "These reds marked on the map are the locations of the ambushes, we need to reinforce. The green lines marked are the routes we''ll take based on which parties we''re providing support."


    Initially, everyone marveled at Tang Ziyi''s disy of sophisticated technology and wanted to ask her. As time passed by listening to Tang Ziyi''s briefing, everyone''s concentration went toward on how to rescue and deal with various situations along the way.


    Tang Ziyi provided the main framework and the rest built ns ordingly around the frame. Numerous ns were on the discussion including the emergency ns.


    Since everyone had a clear understanding of the military affairs, Tang Ziyi''s workload decreased and she had to halt their nning process as they became more and more immersed in it.


    If there weren''t any time restraints, Tang Ziyi didn''t mind letting them n more. But the current situation called for an immediate rescue measure.


    Nobody questioned her sci-fi advanced projection animation since their focus was in another direction.


    "Everything is ready. But the only thing I don''t like is traveling via our SUVs. Driving through and toward the hot zone." Su Ruomei pointed out the main dangerous factor of the mission.


    "Yes, bullets can sieve through the doors and we''re like sitting ducks." Jiang Yu agreed with her senior sister''s words. The other nodded but there weren''t much they could do.


    "Anyway, it''s the best vehicle suitable among the cars we already possess."


    "Haha. Please don''t worry about this problem. Follow me." Tang Ziyi chuckled hearing their worries and walked toward another room.


    The others looked at each other, puzzled but still followed Tang Ziyi. Although everyone was covered by their attires, Tang Ziyi sensed their shock from a mile away after reaching a small underground parking space.


    After all, it was rare forw enforcement agencies, especially in Province N, where chaos rose and the pay was low, to even have an armored vehicle.


    The best vehicle, the police owned for the SWAT units, was the van type. Now before everyone''s eyesid two huge armored tactical vehicles, looking both futuristic and very strong.


    There was no doubt it could resist bullets easily just from outside metallic appearance. Tang Ziyi walked toward the side of the vehicle and hammered its skin with her fist.


    For the sole purpose of serving as a SWAT vehicle, ck and white colors were painted on the skin, along with the big capitals: ''POLICE''.


    Athena also modified the vehicles with sirens, blue and red lights. The two huge beasts caused speechlessness among the girls.


    "We''re driving these to the scenes?" Su Ruomei hadn''t recovered yet.


    "Of course, hop in, and let''s drive them out. The keys are all inside. Separate into two teams as discussed. Bravo One will be with me and Bravo Two will follow Su Ruomei." Tang Ziyi lifted herself and entered the passenger side.


    The girls loaded up the remaining ammunition boxes and first-aid med-kits into the two trucks while listening to the vehicles'' specs from Tang Ziyi. Their hearts and minds were already numbed with several shocks within a day and it was no longer a surprise.


    After everyone got inside the trucks, the driver in the vehicle, Tang Ziyi was in, revved up the engine and familiarized herself with several electronicponents quickly. The other truck underwent the same process.


    Fortunately, the vehicles hadputer-aided programming, and Athena''s hidden support to facilitate the driving difficulty.


    "Bravo One, ready for departure." Tang Ziyi talked on the radio.


    "Bravo Two, ready." Su Ruomei''s voice came out.


    "Bravos, we''re leaving now." Tang Ziyi gestured at her driver to depart.


    "Bravo Two following Bravo One." Two trucks rolled up from the underground parking lot and appeared for the first time out of the veils. The Vi gates automatically opened and closed after allowing the trucks to pass through and drive over the streets of their residential blocks.


    "Instructor Su, what''s the name of this armored truck?" The driver beside Tang Ziyi asked.


    Tang Ziyi was a bit stunned because she had never thought of a name until she heard Athena''s squeaky persistent voiceing from her spectacles.


    "Let me, Let me!¡­ In the name of Athena, let it be called Aegis."


    Why did the way Athena expressed her wish, sound more like an ordeal from the high goddess? Tang Ziyi felt weird.


    Ling Qingyu named the celestialputer AI¡ªAthena¡ªbecause she hoped her daughter would resemble its wisdom like the Goddess of Wisdom and War.


    Tang Ziyi was unsure this time whether the childish Athena learned Greek mythology and applied it to reality for fun after hearing her mother''s naming reasons and styles.


    Aegis referred to the shield used by Athena in Greek Mythology engraved with Medusa''s head at the center. And Aegis also sounded very high-tech, giving off a strong sci-fi vibe, and suited the current technologically advanced armor truck quite to Tang Ziyi''s taste.


    Tang Ziyi''s mouth twitched as expected of mother and daughter but still replied to her driver. "Aegis."


    So, the huge ck armored MRAP truck was now designated as Aegis ss, once words left Tang Ziyi''s lips.


    "Good name, good name. Aegis-ss MRAP, I like it." The driver had the same opinion as Tang Ziyi.


    Well, it didn''t matter as long as the naming wasn''t outrageous, Tang Ziyi supposed. In any case, Aegis would enter the realbat testing stage and further improvements could be made after solving today''s chaos


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 Chapter 137: Wang Xiuying inners thought

    "Good name!" Although the driver didn''t know the trauma Tang Ziyi was going through, she believed Aegis was a suitable name for the vehicle. "But I feel the specs are ced too high in the spectrum. How do you buy these vehicles?"


    The driver''s question resonated with the other 9 female guards sitting in the back and listening to the conversation. Their ears raised.


    "Of course, we manufacture these two, ourselves." Tang Ziyi replied proudly, patting her chest.


    The girls were awestruck. The driver controlled her urge to smash the brake of the vehicle and tried her best to keep moving smoothly. "You''re serious, Instructor Tang?"


    Since the day they underwent training under Tang Ziyi''s supervision, the female guards willingly called her, Instructor Tang. It was both a love and hate rtionship.


    A horrendous method of exercising them but it also made them appreciate Tang Ziyi as they could notice the obvious improvement.


    Apart from Jiang Yu and Su Ruomei who had a better rtionship and treated her as an elder sister. The rest had huge respect and fear of Tang Ziyi.


    To the driver''s astonishment, Tang Ziyi answered simply. "I also take part in a development process. Simr to the ck light armor clothing pieces, you''re wearing, the same can be said to Aegis."


    Tang Ziyi quickly forgot about Athena''s naming and epted Aegis as the truck''s designation.


    "So, that means this armored truck also belongs to our group, solely." A voice asked from behind.


    "En," Tang Ziyi muttered in agreement. "The clothing and the vehiclee from the same source. Don''t you feel lucky to witness the miracleing from our President Ling?"


    The guards nodded their heads at Tang Ziyi''s remarks. Ling Qingyu wasn''t simple in their eyes, able to manufacture these sophisticated technologies secretly and even deliver weapons to them.


    Should they know the weapons were manufactured simrly, their eyes would pop out from the sockets. A private firm was able to produce and manufacture weapons and armor systems, without problems which some nations had to struggle with.


    The level had reached an unprecedented state for a young woman whose sess in business area also showed her edges in military technologies.


    Even though none of the girls here was tech savvy, they concluded from the specifications Tang Ziyi listed out, that Aegis was a superior armored vehicle, invincible among its counterpart, despite itsck of actualbat.


    Understanding Ling Qingyu had ess to military technologies increased confidence within her subordinates and that was what Tang Ziyi aimed for.


    Tang Ziyi painted Ling Qingyu as mysterious and powerful, hidden from the public eye.


    "I know it might involve secrets but can Instructor Tang shed some light on the production process." The driver inquired after a pause.


    "Well, yes. There are indeed secrets but what I can tell you is President Ling has a strategic-level scientist-like existence in her hands. It''s the proof of her work that our safety is guaranteed." Tang Ziyi said.


    "Yes, we must thank her for the effort."


    "Indeed, if it ain''t her assistance, I think we might not even have a chance to do what we liked without worrying about the danger."


    "Probably, we wouldn''t even go through this mission in the first ce."


    Tang Ziyi''s smile creased over her forehead as she heard Athena''s cheerful mood from receiving praises from others.


    Although Su Ruomei''s group couldn''t hear anything Tang Ziyi had said, it wouldn''t be long before the information spread.


    "Don''t forget me, girls. My participation is also essential." Tang Ziyi made a serious joke.


    The girls chuckled, shaking their heads at her childish statement. One of them muttered: "That also means as long as we have enough resources, we can produce as many as we like for ourselves."


    All of them nodded and discussed in excitement,pletely dismissing the fact that they were on the way to the hottest and most fierce dangers.


    As the two beasts appeared on the street, their loud engine noise captured the attention of the onlookers in the residential area. Everyone was stunned by the mighty formation of the trucks.


    The female guards around on standby were astounded and nearly panicked before hearing Tang Ziyi''s voice on the radio inform them that the vehicles were owned by them.


    Since every staff signed the non-disclosure agreement, Tang Ziyi had no worries about the leak, in addition to Athena''s monitoring abilities.


    Among the onlookers, Wang Xiuying, Mu Xiaoqian, and Sun Qiqi were also included, watching two huge armored trucks painted in ck roared away.


    Mu Xiaoqian and Sun Qiqi were eying the vehicles with curiosity, unsure why suchrge vehicles existed near their residential area. And ncing from a distance and discovering the guards'' calm expression, they figured the vehicles belonged to Ling Qingyu.


    The two couldn''t fathom how Ling Qingyu possessed a vehicle with a huge whitebel¡ªPOLICE¡ª which could be seen from a distance, even including the siren lights of what aw enforcement agency should have.


    Mu Xiaoqian and Sun Qiqi were the girls who nearly suffered from the police chief''s son''s w. However, because they were unconscious during the event, their small trauma was cured living in Ling Qingyu''s manor.


    On the other hand, Wang Xiuying, having experienced severalyers of hell, suffered unforgettable nightmares every night. Although there were many sisters around to console her, she felt injustice at her destiny.


    Why they are the same human and this happened? And why humans exploit and endanger another human being? Were humans originally sinful? But could a baby''s expression and innocence confirm the prior conjecture?


    No one was born with equal status and opportunities but they should have an equal right and dignity, along with a road avable for everyone to rise up for a better life and prove themselves to the world.


    Just because your father has a bigger background, a woman like me should submit and bow to you and I should be honored because of being chosen, Wang Xiuying couldn''t understand her torture and trauma.


    Although her heart felt relieved that Mu Xiaoqian and Sun Qiqi escaped the disaster as they were like her two little sisters, Wang Xiuying couldn''t vanquish a raging me inside of her body.


    Despite Ling Qingyu''s promise to return justice for her, Wang Xiuying didn''t believe it fully because no sane businessperson was willing to go through all the hardships just for a mere three unknown strangers.


    She wouldn''t be angry or me Ling Qingyu if the promise was annulled. But she was proven wrong. Her prior prejudgment didn''t apply to Ling Qingyu.


    She had no idea why Ling Qingyu was willing to go to such lengths for them. Maybe her two sisters didn''t understand the situation of the current City N!


    Wang Xiuying had watched the news and read several posts on the inte. The moment she saw someone stating the police chief was arrested and his son was soon to be apprehended by the police, her heart melted and tears dripped across her cheek.


    Justice may bete but it would never disappear. Still, she didn''t believe in karma or retribution. If there were, why did she suffer horrifying treatments when she did nothing wrong?


    It was the men and women who were willing to die for the equality and justice that those who did evil were punished. Especially the moment, a chaotic gunfire video between the police and the gang was uploaded, her heart hurt.


    Why did they have to suffer? She now understood why some people relinquished from helping others, because it was more like a self-protective mechanism.


    Looking at the current chaos around City N, Wang Xiuying saw what happened because Ling Qingyu and her friends did justice for her. And naturally, she realized Ling Qingyu must have her own benefits but action spoke louder than words.


    Ling Qingyu appeared more like a saintpared to those politicians. She guessed urately inside these tworge military trucks were the female guards whom she made friends with recently.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue who rescued her from hell might be inside too. Since that day, she also knew Ling Qingyu''s group wasn''t simple. Her eyes remained on the two armored vehicles as they departed from the residential area until the ck spots disappeared from her sight.


    She sighed and sincerely wished for their safety as well as hoping her friends would return joyfully and intact without any dangers. She also prayed for the men and women who willingly shed their skins and bled for many unknown poor people whose only hopey in their hands.


    Inside the two Aegis.


    Tang Ziyi''s group seemed to have sensed something and looked toward their manor. Everyone shook away the feelings and concentrated on their equipment.


    Tang Ziyi nced back from her side mirror in deep thought. She knew the source wasing from the manor but she didn''t understand the reason. Never mind, as she thought and gazed at her members who would be bing herrades in theing future.

 Chapter 138: Communication with Yang Qingyue (1)

    The curves on the road leaving the manor were numerous and a sight to indulge. Powerlines connected with high-rise towers, small hills, and treelines along the road, a beauty of man-made and nature.


    Since departing from the main gate, the girls inside Tang Ziyi''s Aegis went quiet, each immersed in their thoughts. Sometimes, clicks of carbine parts brushing against metallic structures echoed inside the silent chamber.


    Like a meditation, checking the mechanisms andponents one by one, the girls yed their weapons simr to musical instruments. Of course, their safety training and protocols was sufficient to avoid any idents during their fingers dexterity.


    Tang Ziyi observed her team and noticed the girls werepletely different from the initial eagerness and expectation¡ªmore dreary air floated inside the armored truck.


    She couldn''t mix their emotions and mindsets because all of these aspects were the breakthrough every individual must go through. There were no shortcuts or easier roads.


    Since all roads led to Rome, one must carry on walking their particr journey with their feet. Her group wasn''t so serious that required Tang Ziyi''s intervention.


    It was a normal response of a human being, understanding what they would do next was precarious and endangered their lives.


    Even if the reassurance from Tang Ziyi already stated their situation was better than others, a slight fear dwell around them. Perhaps the armored vehicles and body armor clothing increased their confidence, but they hadn''t seen any test results by themselves.


    The only obvious members inside the car who had no change in mood and expression might be Tang Ziyi and the driver. Tang Ziyi didn''t know the girl until now but she still praised her state of mind inwardly.


    Actually, the driver was too focused on the steering wheel, feeling the tires in motion and the sophistication involved around her. Several buttons urged her curiosity and her eyes studied the vehicle''s every function she could see.


    If not for the transmission system of this truck was an automatic system, she would really suffer from confusion and unfamiliarity with the vehicle. That was the sole reason why her mood contrasted with the rest of the group.


    Her focus was on the other spectrum, delving to know more about this vehicle and sophisticated technology. The AI system facilitated herck of driving skills.


    Meanwhile, Tang Ziyi opened a few software and utilities. As someone part of the production and modification, Tang Ziyi knew the vehicle also had its own system, consisting of driving and monitoring the surroundings.


    What she did just now was to turn on the 360-degree camera and the several screens on the dashboard disyed Live video feeds. She could erge and scan wherever she desired.


    The surveince and detection system was on green. Its video feed tracking anything moving. Except that only two trucks were on this road and nothing apart from nature entered the system''s judgment.


    After scrolling her hand over thergest monitor, kinking with several devices under the astonished eyes of her driver, Tang Ziyi whispered lightly: "Athena, inform Yang Qingyue, we''ll be reinforcing and radiomunication will enter soon¡ªcodename Bravo."


    "Yes, Aunt."


    Now that she had sent the message to Yang Qingyue about their support, it wouldn''t be long before she would inform them again in a radio, to make a perfect entrance for their group''s cover.


    As for how to avoid other''s investigation, it was Yang Qingyue''s responsibility and Tang Ziyi believed it could be easily done, given the policewoman''s background.


    Turning her head back and observing the group behind, tension and nervousness were palpable so much so that she could even feel the heavy atmosphere. Her lips curled as she noticed¡ªone moment they were happy, another moment they thought too much.


    To dissipate their unnecessary thought, Tang Ziyi said to the group of girls: "Alright, Bravo Ones, we''ll have our own radio code. From now on, I''ll be 1-1, 1-2 will be you, my driver, and the rest allocate yourself."


    Tang Ziyi listened to the girls marking themselves with codes, so that everyone no longer needed to mess up during the radiomunication. "Bravo One to Two."


    "Bravo Two." Su Ruomei instantly replied.


    "Have your members named their codes?"


    "Not yet. Doing at the moment."


    "Roger. I have sent a message, informing our presence to the current City N policemand. Be ready when I initiate the conversation."


    "Wilco, Anything else?"


    "Negative. Bravo One out." Tang Ziyi released her radio button and asked the girls. "Are you done?"


    "Yes!" An array of affirmations rang in her ears.


    "Good, let''s test then." Tang Ziyi chattered into a team channel. "Bravo One, 1-1 speaking, radio check."


    "1-2, radio check." She watched as her driver followed themand.


    "1-3, check."


    "1-4, check."


    "¡­"


    "1-10, check." The previous negativity disappeared and Tang Ziyi clearly noticed the change.


    "1-1 copy, all radios check. Familiarize yourself with the rest of your inventories."


    The radios were working. Proceeding toward weapons and their attachments, Tang Ziyi put her visor up and nced at the rearpartments. The girls'' eyes were only on their carbine, tweaking here and there.


    Some even pointed the weapon downward and tilted it, releasing a beam of red light, flickering theser on and off, and exercising their muscle memory.


    Some also directed the shlight at their aiming points, experimenting with several modes. Of course, their weapons weren''t filled with ammunition. The magazines weren''t punched in yet.


    One of them even adjusted the headset under her helmet. Tang Ziyi wouldn''t forget the importance of having headsets to provide ear protection to her subordinates.


    Everyone''s full attire from top to bottom was a helmet with a bulletproof visor, headsets, hood, ker vest, radio, magazine pouches, elbowpads, kneepads, pistol holster, and boots.


    Seeing everyone adjusting the equipment and trying to train their body to adapt to the new attires, Tang Ziyi nodded inwardly and turned her body back facing the front.


    Tang Ziyi''s eyes returned to the windshield and realized their convoy had reached the suburban area as more and more man-made infrastructure zipped by from the sides. The two trucks slowed down at an intersection before turning left and pumped more gas in.


    Civilian vehicles and public transport began to appear. Tang Ziyi told her driver. "Lights on, siren on."


    "Roger." Thedy driver smirked hidden underneath the hood but her eyes expressed everything. Her dexterous hand swiftly flipped the buttons while the other remained on the steering wheel, without losing control of the orientation.


    Soon from the inside, the wails and yelps reverberated nonstop, warning other road users to pay attention, and gave way. Blue and red siren lights shed above and red, as they punched through the traffic.


    The driver hammered on the pedal, elerating the heavy machine and the speedometer showed in digital format, reaching 70 km per hour. Tang Ziyi watched as cars in front and opposites of them slowed down and pulled over to the side, letting them pass.


    In fact, even without sirens, the other road users would quickly let the two huge beasts whose heights nearly doubled that of theirs overtake them. It was scary to watch from the mirror, watching the two heavy truck rolling at high speed.


    They feared being crushed underneath should there be a collision with the two police armored trucks. Not to mention, the vehicles'' obviously armor features and the paintedbels of the police were remarkable to their eyes.


    Blocking the way of the government agency would be thest foolish thing to n, especially if the one they blocked had firearms at their disposal. Some even tried to capture the police vehicles with their phones to share their picture on media and gain more views.


    Inside the vehicles, Tang Ziyi kept studying the map around the hot areas, constructing ns, and predicting her opponents'' options.


    "Athena, patch my radio and Su Ruomei''s to the police control room in another channel." Tang Ziyi requested


    "Alright. Done." The joyful girlish sound entered her ears.


    Tang Ziyi informed Su Ruomei on the channel. "Bravo 1 to Bravo 2, I''ll be patching mine and yours to themand, how copy?"


    "Solid copy, Bravo 1."


    "Command, Bravo teams on standby for your orders, currently en route to assist friendly units. Our location is on XX Road, approaching the XXYY highway, leaving for the outskirts of the city." Tang Ziyi patiently waited for themunication from the other side of the line, after briefly exining her situation.

 Chapter 139: Communication with Yang Qingyue (2)

    Inside the Police Control Room, a tense atmosphere awaited.


    Everyone watched in despair and waited anxiously for a miracle to happen. Theirrades'' lives were under countdown and there was nothing they could be capable of.


    "Command, Bravo teams on standby for your orders, currently en route to assist friendly units. Our location is on XX Road, approaching the XXYY highway, leaving for the outskirts of the city." A sudden female chilly voice interrupted.


    Stunned for a moment, the officers exchanged nces, inquiring through the eyes if anyone knew when did they have Bravo teams in this operation.


    Yang Qingyue was leaning on the steel handrail at the top, watching everyone''s work and the officers'' situation on the ground with worried eyes, despite receiving a message stating help was on the way.


    When she heard the voice from the radio chatter, introducing themselves as Bravos, Yang Qingyue immediately sprung up from her listless posture.


    Cai Ning noticed her change and asked. "Is it the support you''re waiting for?


    Yang Qingyue nodded her head and leaped onto her subordinates tomunicate with them.


    The other police officers who were responsible formunications were in a dilemma. Although they understood the oing message shone like hope, they were embarrassed about how to connect.


    A female officer was about to respond when she felt a pat on the back. Tilting her head backward, she saw Yang Qingyue gesturing for her headset.


    Understanding her chief''s meaning, she quickly transferred the headset and heard Yang Qingyue say: "This is Command, thank you for your help. We really appreciate your effort. Say again your pos."


    "Bravos currently on XX Road, approaching XXYY highway." A regurgitated information about their location was now understood,pared to the previous stunned atmosphere.


    Yang Qingyue motioned to the policewoman who gave her the headset to pinpoint where the address was. She watched as her subordinates scribbled across the keyboard and spotted the location.


    "Upload it on the big screen. I want you to monitor their travel route and send me the CCTV footage as soon as you see their presence." Yang Qingyue requested and directed her attention to the radios.


    "Bravos, we received yourst. Can you describe yourselves so that we can make a better n?" Yang Qingyue asked the person on the other side. Cai Ning got closer to her friend and was thankful Yang Qingyue inquired about what she wanted to know.


    "Roger. Two SWAT teams willing to listen to yourmand. Bravo One is led by me and Bravo Two is led by my deputy. We have more than 2 dozen of manpower, heavily armed. We''re rolling on two armor trucks, now, reaching the highway as we speak." Everyone was surprised the leader of the SWAT team going to reinforce theirpanions was female.


    Especially for a unit responsible for an incredibly dangerous task, having a female team leader was unprecedented and very rare. One obstacle was to have enough prestige to overwhelm the subordinates to surrender and be willing to obey hermand.


    Even though they were separated by amunication channel, their heart already felt calm andposed after hearing the female SWAT leader speak as if even if the apocalypse came, she had their back.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning looked into one another''s eyes in astonishment, feeling deep respect for the woman whose voice was only known. From her tone, they had made a rigorous judgment¡ªshe should be someone from the military and very capable in her line of duty.


    The only problem was Yang Qingyue understood, that these SWAT teams weren''t from the police force but disguised in order to facilitate their interference in the mission.


    "Understood. Quite a cavalry we''ve got. As an acting Police chief, I sincerely express my gratitude."


    "Chief, it''s what we should do. For our brothers and sisters who risk their lives, what are we to hesitate." Rainbow fart went back and forth nonchntly.


    The female officer beside Yang Qingyue was working out the information she received quickly and discovered the footage of two noticeable humongous armored vehicles.


    Immediately, she notified what she found to Yang Qingyue, who praised her and watched the scene captured. Cai Ning also looked over from her shoulder. The three were dumbfounded.


    The poor policewoman tilted her head from side to side, between Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning, hoping her superior would say something.


    Yang Qingyue regained from her shock and said. "Bravos, I''ll brief our current crisis sinctly. We got multiple teams in ambush, waiting for rescue. My QRF is handling most of them. But we''ve got two teams we cannot reach. I hope Bravos will support them."


    "A-ffirm, our intel also coincides with your briefing. We''ll drive as quickly as possible to support the scene."


    Yang Qingyue told the policewoman nearby to upload the video footage to the big screen and followed the CCTV on the way. As soon as the big picture captured the image of two beasts, it grabbed everyone''s attention.


    A few secondster, murmurs erupted. Fierce discussions surrounded the topic of two armored trucks because of the previous visual shocks.


    "Bravos, we''re following your convoy on the CCTV. What do you want us to do?" Yang Qingyue asked if they needed to clear the traffic or an escort to quicken their pace.


    "Command thanks for the assist. We really don''t need anything at the moment. I''ll notify you when we have one."


    "Great, how can I thank your team? You really give us charcoal in the winter. We are so lost before." Yang Qingyue confessed her difficulty in public. All officers didn''t me her as they understood more how much burden she was carrying at the chaotic moment.


    They had never seen a superior this diligent and strategic, oveing crises one after another. If not forck of required support, Yang Qingyue appeared like an invincible general to them.


    "Command, why don''t you treat us and have a date with me then?" A humorous tone kicked in, bringing chuckles out of everyone. ncesy on Yang Qingyue, whose face froze and blushed a little.


    Someone just flirted with her before her subordinates. Cai Ning grasped her shoulder and shook it lightly as sheughed. "Chief, C''mon. You''ve got to reply."


    This moment dissipated the tense nervousness. Yang Qingyue replied. "We''ll talk after we finish."


    "1-1, prepare to kneel before Sister Xiao afterward." Another voice came in and added the joke.


    "Ahh! Keep things under wrap, 2-1. Don''t talk¡­Ahem¡­ Bravo tomand, ETA 20 mikes, notify your men, cavalry is on the way, tell them to hold on. I''ll report the situationter once we arrived near the scene. Out."


    Seeing the fleeing reaction of the Bravo''s leader, Yang Qingyue shook her head, amused at the banter between the two Bravos. But she informed her distressed team, help was on the way and hold on, and stand their ground, while she still followed Bravo team through the footage.


    ¡­


    Back inside the raging Aegis.


    Tang Ziyi put on an annoyed expression and red at her driver, who was caressing her shoulder in pain. The driver spurt outughter and received her divine punishment.


    Her voice hissed in grimace and rubbed the sore area. Rolling the eyes, Tang Ziyi scolded: "Stop exaggerating. I know the proportion. That force isn''t enough to drive you to this state."


    Thedy driver stopped her pretense and returned a joking expression. "Well, I wonder how Sister Xiao will react about your flirtatious actions."


    "Words have consequences. I don''t mind if you desire more harsh training from me personally." Tang Ziyi crackled her knuckles.


    Thedy driver gulped and coughed to change the topic. "Ahem, Boss, it seems like the police are happy to receive our support."


    The girls from behind also snickered at her reaction. Although they also participated in theughters, they weren''t as mocking as her.


    Tang Ziyi stared at her with an expression: suit yourself. "En¡­don''t think too much about other topics. Concentrate on your driving and speed up."


    Ling Qingyu (pissed):¡­Leave my wifey out of the way. You''re grabbing all the girls'' attention.

 Chapter 140: Against all odds

    The speed had reached over 100 km per hour, as the two beasts rushed on the highway. Fortunately, there were manynes and the probability of collision dropped.


    Tang Ziyi onlymented the other road users, not bothering to pullover at all if there was a free avablene. A big truck couldn''t swerve in and out swiftly and it decreased the speed unnecessarily.


    She asked the driver to re the siren and horned more to ensure no one got in the way afterward. Even though their action might annoy others, they couldn''t help.


    After a while speeding on the highway, Tang Ziyi looked at the GPS shown on the screen, watching the blue line of their path and warned her driver. "Take the rightne. We''ll be turning right soon."


    The driver nodded. She was also paying attention to the map. At the next cloverleaf intersection, they had to turn right to move on another highway and soon enter the hot area.


    Slowing down a little at a curve, she kept the speed stable and joined in thene. The sirens and lights helped her mitigate some troubles from other drivers.


    "Turn right again at the first road you see." Tang Ziyi''s voice notified her again.


    Tang Ziyi tilted her head back, and saw the girls busy on their own. "All Bravos, we''re nearing the area. Final weapon and radio check."


    "Roger. Bravo One."


    "1-1 check." The radio checks process followed suit and reports from the other team entered her ears.


    Afterward, the girls behind mmed their magazines in, locked and loaded all their firearms, sitting up straight in their seats. Going through the process roughly several times, their movements well-coordinated and precise.


    Tang Ziyi nodded inwardly, finished her QBZ-192 and looked at her driver who couldn''t load her weapons yet.


    "Let me do it for you." Tang Ziyi grabbed her carbine out from the handguard, its muzzle pointed upward, leaning beside her driver''s right leg.


    "Thank you, boss."


    She helped her driver, loaded in the magazine, ensure the safety trigger was on and returned the weapon to its original position gently. "Magazine in. You just need to pull the charging handle and everything is ready."


    Patting her driver''s shoulder, Tang Ziyi pressed her radio. "Bravo to Command, 5 minutes had passed. We''re about to leave the highway and reach the hot district. Please advise."


    "Bravos, understood. Our teams are waiting for you. Please hurry if you can."


    "Copied that, Command."


    "Boss, you better see this." The driver''s tone sounded bad and Tang Ziyi watched the front in the distance.


    Their armored truck had turned right on the curve, leaving the highway and saw more and more vehicles, slowing down ahead, pressing them to slow down as well.


    Traffic became congested and it appeared their ETA might also change. Usually, the road they were on was a twone, leaving another widene width so that the emergency vehicles could pass.


    But the other road users had taken the spot and her driver had to stop, changing the tone of the siren. The Aegis issued a rumbling siren, rapid low frequency, to attract attention and alert everyone of their presence.


    Fortunately, some drivers saw them and maneuvered to give as much space as they could. Still, Thedy driver cursed out at the unscrupulous drivers who had broken the rules. She also pioneered and maneuvered her vehicle to a crawl within a tight spot.


    The AI system aids and 360 views supported her action despite her vehicle merely a palm size away from hitting others. Like an expert, she was able to overtake.


    The Aegis behind simply had to follow her orientation and drove without breaking a sweat. Tang Ziyi''s face darkened as their speed paced like a crocodile.


    Based on her estimation, the sun should set by the time they arrived at the scenes to reinforce others. She called in a radio. "Commands, are you still observing us? Could you take a look ahead, what''s happening in the front?"


    "Received. We''re also working on it."


    Athena disyed the image in her spectacles as soon as she heard Tang Ziyi''s words, without requiring her to ask for it again. Tang Ziyi muttered: "Thanks."


    "No problems, Aunt." Tang Ziyi''s eyes narrowed as she rubbed her chin in deep thought.


    ...


    The atmosphere remained the same inside the police control room. Yang Qingyue eximed at her subordinates: "Who can tell me what''s going on in front of their convoys? Search the reason for me, quick!"


    Cai Ning asked someone: "Is the area they''re in bing congested usually in this period of time before."


    "No, Ma''am. ording to our traffic past record, it shouldn''t be this congested. In fact, the time should be when the vehicles will flow smoothly."


    Cai Ning nodded in understanding at the reply she received and looked at her friend. Because humans were in control of the CCTV, it took some time before they figured out the problem and uploaded it on the screen.


    Everyone''s eyes fumed in anger immediately. Two police cars parked diagonally in an alternate position to allow only one vehicle to move slowly between them and they were making a security checkpoint.


    From the CCTV, they realized these officers also checked everything, letting the people inside the vehicle get out and use the dogs. It would be a matter of time before the traffic became congested and turned to a standstill.


    Their observation concluded, there was no way except moving forward for the armored trucks. Moving backward and turning around for another route were impossible in this small avable space.


    Yang Qingyue inhaled deeply and asked: "Someone, inquire the district police what''s going on and why the security checkpoint now?"


    "On it, chief." Yang Qingyue cussed under her breath. If they had the power and time to make security checkpoints, why didn''t they support her distressed team? Her forehead creased and she rubbed the stiff skin to soothe her mood.


    Her mind arrived at a suspicion after clearing away the dark cloud. It shouldn''t be, she muttered inwardly.


    Sure enough, her subordinate reported: "Chief, they replied to us the security check obeys the protocol and they have got the intel, someone with weapons and drugs will be passing through. In addition, I''ve made a request to stop the checks and let our convoy pass but they denied my request, stating they couldn''t and ask instead to report to their superior."


    Seeing Yang Qingyue do nothing, her subordinates called again. "Chief, it''s your call."


    Yang Qingyue nodded and signaled away her subordinates. It was useless if she called too. She would hear a thousand reasons and excuses, unable to refute their arguments.


    She was too young topare with the old in terms of shifting me and elongating the timeline. She understood what the district was doing. Her eyes scanned everyone in the room suspiciously.


    Someone had properly leaked her only support''s information and her opponent initiated a counter n to checkmate the SWAT convoy.


    Cai Ning grasped her shoulder and said. "Tell Bravo about the situation. They''re waiting for you to report back the situation ahead."


    Yang Qingyue muttered thanks with a nod and calmed herself. "Bravos, this ismand. I''ve got bad news."


    After hearing her exnation, a simple reply cated everyone: "Understood, Command. Don''t worry, we''ll handle the situation as we deem fit. You might have to handle the diplomacy with the district afterward though. Bravo Out."


    Sheer strength of steel will and determination in the sonorous voice strengthened everyone''s resolve and assured Yang Qingyue from worrying.


    Although she had never met or talked with this strong woman, she must admit she found herselfcking. Just from the voice, it told everyone, they could solve the current predicaments.


    ...


    Back inside the vehicle, Tang Ziyi bit her tongue and puffed her cheek, calcting her next move. She talked to Su Ruomei via radio.


    "Bravo Two, you''ve heard what the Command says. Any idea?"


    "Bravo One, Bravo Two copied everything. No idea at the moment. Sounds like you have one."


    "That''s an A-ffirm. Thinking about breakingws. Ram these bastards and move. We''re wasting our precious second, walking like a snail."


    "Gotcha. Sounds good to me. Go on, I''ll have your back."


    Tang Ziyi rolled her eyes at Su Ruomei''s remarks. It was easy for her to say without considering the consequences of the actions when she was leading them forward.


    To be honest, Tang Ziyi had had enough of these political messes also thrown at their group. She didn''t say or react to Yang Qingyue''s trouble caused by the other side.


    But to dare to slow and prevent her group from reaching her destination was simply courting death. Anyone who stumbled had never left her grips without bleeding till she was satisfied.


    The same applied to the police unit that was blocking her path ahead. In fact, the excuse of searching and apprehending dangerous suspects, who possessed firearms and drugs, could be the truth.


    But chances were only 10 percent of the probability could attribute this conclusion, given the variables she had. That 10 percent vanished after hearing a more clear Athena''s report in her ears.


    Her eyes turned frosty, causing the driver beside her to click her tongue, wishing luck for Tang Ziyi''s enemies. Angering their instructor Tang would be the worst nightmare.

 Chapter 141: Off to the side

    A long trail of three columns of vehicles on a road supposed to provide only twones. The remaining emergency channel, a theorized design, was shut off by these unscrupulous road users.


    In the middle of the congested traffic, apart from dissatisfied horns from the impatient drivers, a distinct tone rang in every road user''s ears.


    Amidst the screech of several tones of siren, from wails, and yelps to rumbles, two remarkably huge ck trucksbeled in white paint¡ªPOLICE¡ªor so it seemed to be from a distance, crawled forward.


    Its siren light and sounds proved to others, that they were in an emergency. The small vehicles around maneuvered, seeing these trucks inched behind to give space.


    Even then the speed was no better than crawling as the vehicles ahead of the two trucks only moved after their butts got nearly kissed.


    They were moving unwillingly instead of paving ways for the emergency corridors ahead so much so that it began to annoy Tang Ziyi.


    The driver controlled her smile at Tang Ziyi''s listless expression. Even though their fierce instructor swore to smash through the line a minute ago, she didn''t utter a word about it.


    Depending on their creeping pace, they managed to move 300 meters ahead within a minute or two. That was an impressive record for any vehicle suffering a traffic jam.


    To be honest, in thedy driver''s opinion, she never expected her driving skills to be so superb, managing to drive through congested andpact space, merely inches away from hitting others.


    Of course, she didn''t forget to give these road users, who drove in threenes rather than the supposedly byws twones, a middle finger in her head.


    In fact, based on the frequency and wavelength of the vehicle''s siren utilized, the sound could be heard from miles away.


    Considering that there were curves and obstacles, probably less than a mile should rm and inform the road users ahead, that emergency motorcade was present.


    Tang Ziyi patted her seat hard. "We can''t go on like this. By the time we get to the destination with this snail speed, we''re probably collecting their remains."


    The driver joked her in a way she was giving a suggestion. "Instructor Tang, why don''t you ram these vehicles aside like you said before?"


    The driver screamed inside as she imagined her vehicle trampled anyone posing obstacles under its wheels. In reality, she drove meticulously afraid of scratching other''s properties.


    "That''s a good idea and I know how," Tang Ziyi''s eyes brightened as she nodded in agreement with what the driver said.


    "Wait, what! That boss, I was just joking don''t take it seriously." The driver pleaded.


    "Of course not. I''m not really into smashing other cars but it might work as a threat." Tang Ziyi picked up the handheld microphone speaker, with its coiled wire connected to the inte system of the vehicle.


    Pressing the button on the speaker, the siren tone dimmed down to nonexistence and she spoke to the surrounding cars. "Vehicles ahead, please pay attention. Because we''re in an emergency, please move out of the way. We''re in a rush to save lives. I''ll give a few seconds to adjust your vehicle to maneuver to make a path. If we still find the vehicle obstructing us, I''m afraid we''ll ram you then.


    So move it aside, move it."


    Perhaps her threat worked, the vehicles immediately to their front rolled out of the path and the pathway ahead of 7 vehicles began to form slowly. Tang Ziyi smiled at her driver and gestured to move on.


    The siren resumed and after 10 seconds, Tang Ziyi''s previous recorded speech yed again. The effect was instantaneous and the speed began to rise. Instead of a crawl, it became a walk, at least.


    "Whew, I thought you were really considering to ram them with our beasts." The driver patted her chest, flustered by Tang Ziyi''s words. "Fortunately, it was only a trap and it worked."


    Tang Ziyi shook her head¡ªthey were already behind the deadline. ording to thew, other vehicles must yield to the emergency vehicle but the emergency drivers must be careful to avoid causing an ident because they would be liable for all the damage that happened.


    But now that she threatened the other drivers, breaking the country''sw in the process but who among the drivers knew it was only a threat? And those who understood wouldn''t tell the others.


    In fact, most of the time, making a threat worked very well andw enforcement agencies tend to exploit these. That was also the reason why people should understand thews thoroughly as if they had studied a history lesson.


    However, Tang Ziyi wasn''t simply making a threat; she was guaranteeing one when she spoke. "It wasn''t a threat."


    Her stoic reply choked the driver to cough out. "Are you serious, Instructor Tang?"


    "Deadly serious, if the situation didn''t improve I don''t mind it. If there are any vehicles that slow down or obstruct the path, just ram it. I''ll deal with an aftermath."


    "But¡­But¡­" Thedy driver stammered while the rest of the girls listening behind gave a thumbs-up at Tang Ziyi''s remarks. They had had enough of patience remaining, regarding the surrounding drivers who had broken the rules in the first ce.


    "No, but. I said I''ll take care of the consequences, what''re you stuttering for."


    "Yes, Instructor Tang." Thedy driver instantly sat upright.


    "Alright, I can assure you¡ªPresident Ling Qingyu will reimbursed for all the damages." Tang Ziyi waved her hand nonchntly, drawing giggles around.


    Poor, their employer. The girls shook their heads andughed.


    Naturally, thedy driver didn''t dare and still slowed down for those who didn''t move in time. Tang Ziyi didn''t say anything and clicked her tongue in exasperation.


    Their gradual speed began to cover the distance with the checkpoint ahead. 2.5 kilometers remained before they reached over.


    Finally, their convoy met one car didn''t bother to move and the domino effect followed. Because it didn''t move, the car in front of it also followed its behavior.


    Tang Ziyi met her first entitled bastards for the first time in her life.


    Perhaps, the drivers inside these cars thought, Tang Ziyi was simply bluffing her threats. As they expected the ck truck indeed paused; however, not for long, their expectation went downhill.


    "Punch through. Like I said, don''t care about anything just obey mymand." Tang Ziyi uttered coldly, almost overwhelming her driver''s leg to instinctively m the pedal.


    In the stunned eyes of the onlookers who were preparing to eat melons on how the officers inside the ck armored truck would deal with the disobedient, a huge roar like a revving engine echoed and the truck sprung forward.


    Under the despaired eyes of the entitled driver, who tried to move the car out of the way, it was toote.


    Bang! Screech!


    The first loud sound came from the collision of the front part of the truck smashing the other''s trunk and the second was its skidding wheels, as the car was pushed out of the way.


    Upon hearing the crash, the rest of the vehicles a couple of meters ahead flung to the side. A narrow path but one that was fine for the Aegis width.


    Tang Ziyi told her driver, not to slow down and kept this speed. Su Ruomei cheered up from the radio. "Bravo One, I really wish to rece your position. How does it feel to m others?"


    "Nothing at all." Tang Ziyi replied with a smile, even if the smile couldn''t be seen.


    Themotion broke out and the other road users discussed fiercely with their partners. Some took out the phone to record this incident. It blew up everyone''s sanity.


    Never did they expect, the police truck to dare to bulldoze the public vehicles. Yes, they regarded the crashing as bulldozing as not a scratch appeared on the Aegis.


    The entitled car was thrown to the side, hitting the metal rails. The driver inside still hadn''t recovered from the shock.


    Only after some other drivers and passengers came out of their vehicles to help, the man cursed out swear words at the police, not suitable for those under the age of 10 to hear, especially when these words were aimed at the woman, causing the females among the one who volunteered to help sneered and returned.


    But the question mark appeared in everyone''s mind. What caused the police to act so ruthlessly? Until they heard a female officer''s voice again from the inte.

 Chapter 142: Even the police vehicle wasnt spared

    Tang Ziyi held the microphone and spoke out. "This will be ourst warning! Don''t even think we don''t dare. I really wish the others would act simrly when we try to rescue you at that time, blocking the road and dying our mission."


    What Tang Ziyi said, definitely came out of her heart, resonating with the rest of the girls to nod at her words.


    They could understand, that someone a bit slow to react to move or had no space to maneuver but to simply act as a blockade was another level of people behaving worse than animals.


    Perhaps the violence expressed by the tworge police armored truck deterred other entitled road users or brought conscience back into their heads. Tang Ziyi could easily see a long corridor avable for their transport.


    Thedy driver gunned down and the speed of two Aegis increased. Tang Ziyi found a wide gap between the vehicles at the front and from the back across threenes, and directed her driver to change thene.


    "Take us through the gap and drive from the most leftne." Tang Ziyi said it out with a reason. She saw a few hundred meters ahead threenes had be twones¡ªmore orderly than the impatient drivers behind.


    On the leftmost part of the area, there was an avable corridor, enough for their motorcades to pass through fast, and soon the remaining 2 kilometers was over under 5 minutes.


    Both the driver and Tang Ziyi could see from their vehicle''s height a police checkpoint, the sole culprit, who slowed down their journey. Of course, the two Aegis, they drove were obviously noticed by the police officers at the checkpoints.


    The sirens'' light and sound couldn''t be more recognizable. Tang Ziyi discovered two of them standing in front of their path, signaling her group to stop.


    She furrowed her brows and a slight sneer appeared on the corner of her lips.


    "Instructor Tang." Her driver was asking for what to do next. Obey the police stop gesture or keep on going.


    "Don''t stop. Keep moving forward. Ram that police vehicle to itspanion and cleared the road." Tang Ziyi simply replied. She was also narrowminded, after knowing these officers blocked this road on purpose.


    "But Instructor Tang, these are the police officers. What if they don''t move over." The driver was referring to the officers who were waving their arms at the convoy.


    "They''ll move."


    "I-I think not, Boss!" Seeing Tang Ziyi didn''t change her words, the driver decided to trust her and retained the speed, no slowing down, her grip on the wheel steady.


    The two police officers gesturing the vehicle ahead belonging to unknown departments to heed to their stop signs, were ignored. The two on foot weren''t stupid to stand in the way of the vehicle.


    When the police armored truck menacingly rumbled toward them, the two fled to the side, narrowly missing their bodies but the wind carried by the vehicle, still pushed them to the ground, eating dust and dirts in addition to the exhaust gas left behind.


    Tang Ziyi quickly added whether her driver understood or not. "Remember to ram the vehicle to another. Disable them."


    As soon as her words fell, the driver instantly obeyed hermand subconsciously, flooring the elerator.


    Bang!


    The instant the front part mmed the police sedan parked diagonally, she turned her wheel toward the right.


    Tires screeched as the ck armored truck T-boned the police sedan, dragging the poor vehicle along. Its wheel drawing skid marks on the asphalt road.


    Another bang!


    The dragged car made a collision with another police sedan and threw both of them until it hit the metal rail on the side with surging momentum.


    Still pressing on the the elerator, her driver immediately turned the steering wheel left after mming away the police sedans blocking the road out of the way.


    The engines revving loud and high, the truck crumbled away metallic pieces out of the police sedan as it swerved left, leaving the two pathetic sedans quivering.


    The two ck massive armored trucks smashed through the checkpoint, their sirens wailing and their emergency light shing, leaving havoc behind their tails as they rushed out.


    The police officers who were previously busy escaping from the dangers, patted their uniforms and watched Tang Ziyi''s motorcade in disbelief as they thundered past.


    Looking at their own vehicles, the previous truck had obviously disabled them. Creaks from the sedan, as it shook sideways from the remaining energy.


    Shattered sses from the two police sedans and some unknown metallic debris sprawled on the road, making it impossible for the traffic to continue safely.


    People around the incident also regained their consciousness as they were also at a loss. What did they just witness?


    A police car hitting another police car. Was it the hatred between the departments? The prank was too big, right?


    Most got out of their car, confused and puzzled by the event. Some brave men trotted quickly toward the police who were recovering to provide help. Some as expected in modern society, captured the moment with their phones for media attention.


    Chaos erupted among the officers when they realized what happened. Radio calls were made and some wanted to chase, only to discover afterward, that their vehicles were disabled.


    Luckily, no one was injured apart from some residue fears. Or, was it really luck?


    Inside the Police Control Room, Yang Qingyue watched the event unfold with wide eyes in shock, her mouth agape.


    Some officers covered their mouths at Tang Ziyi''s violence, never expecting their support en-route was a ruthless group.


    Perhaps, only Cai Ning understood the reason why Tang Ziyi chose a violent option and patted Yang Qingyue''s back. "I think what they choose to do was the best."


    Yang Qingyue''s corner of the mouth twitched. The thought of having to wipe clean her support''s ass daunted her but she heaved a sigh in relief at the progress of rescuing herrades.


    After a while, contemting carefully, she also figured Tang Ziyi''s method was the most optimum. ncing around, she found her subordinates cheering up for Tang Ziyi''s action, wishing they themselves were in the truck experiencing the shock and awe.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning shook their head in amusement. After all, bad news and obstruction from the several district police stations had given everyone a negative view.


    They had long wanted to teach those bastards, who were part of the obstructing their rescue progress of their colleagues, a lesson. Tang Ziyi''s action happened to satisfy their wish.


    Yang Qingyue coughed and grabbed her headset as she spoke to Tang Ziyi''s group. "Bravo, you better be good, supporting my boys and girls. Otherwise, I won''t wipe your ass."


    "Solid Copy, Command. Don''t worry, we''ll bring them back in one piece." A reply instantly came back, drawing chuckles from her subordinates. In spite of heavy news from everywhere, Tang Ziyi''s group made their day.


    ¡­..


    The two culprits who escaped from the mess went unhindered after passing through the checkpoints. No longer were there unnecessary traffic jams and blockades.


    Swerving left and right like a sh of ck lightening with blue and red colors, the convoy increased its speed to 90 km per hour, entering the urban areas.


    Su Ruomei''s Aegis went ahead of Tang Ziyi''s after smashing the previous police vehicles'' screws off into non-existence.


    Now that the obstacles slowing their team down had been left behind, the final stage remained.


    Tang Ziyi had her reason, apart from her moody judgment to choose violence to break through the checkpoints. She asked her driver to disable the two police vehicles to prevent them from chasing her group and hindering the mission.


    Since their mission required urgency, stopping at the checkpoint could merelyplicate the situation, resulting in further dys, bureaucratic procedures, and exnations.


    Even if everything went well, they might still be held for a long period of time on purpose, especially by the ones who participated in the events. So, she had considered her every move and did so with a reason.


    A/N: I remember one time when I was driving by. I heard an ambnce siren from a distance and quickly looked around, not daring to push more gas and stopped after crawling a little forward at the intersection even if the light turned green. 3 secondster, it showed up and turned right in front of me, from the wrongne direction.


    The other car beside me followed my behavior but a car behind honked me several times. You know people; I can''t understand why they''re too anxious. Unless one is in an emergency, it doesn''t make too much of a difference between 5 minutes more or less. Drive safe.

 Chapter 143: Situation of the officers

    Tang Ziyi looked over the GPS map on the screen again to confirm their path while she radioed Su Ruomei''s Aegis to take the lead.


    The fastest route had been chosen under Athena''s guidance. Although she informed Tang Ziyi about several obstacles, the calction showed it was the fastest her convoy could reach.


    ording to Athena''s video feeds which she watched through her spectacles, Tang Ziyi discovered trucks and construction teams, or were so pretending to be, blocked off the road from other traffic users, sealing the area while effectively trapping the police inside.


    She praised those gangs for having a conscience to not involve civilians in the exchange. Perhaps, in order to appease their control area, they persuaded the civilians to leave.


    That was one good news for Tang Ziyi, as she no longer required her team to focus on avoiding coteral damages. On the other hand, the gangs'' actions showed this area wasn''t fully controlled by the government apparatus and they made thest decisions.


    Thud! Thud! Thud!


    A beating sound knocked Tang Ziyi out of her thoughts and her eyes drawn to the source.


    Her pupils constricted after seeing her driver''s hand beating the steering wheel. Worried she might have been injured from the prior crash, Tang Ziyi asked anxiously: "What''s the matter? Does your hand hurt?"


    Even though they were riding on a huge armored truck, the way the vehicle maneuvered to disable the two police sedans might have strained her subordinates'' fingers.


    After all, even if Aegis was very strong, its performance had been only tested in realities, which could be in contrast to the experiments under variable conditions.


    "Uh-h!" The driver was stunned for a moment before she replied. "No, Instructor Tang. Nothing happens. My hand''s doing fine."


    "Then, why were you beating the steering wheel?" Tang Ziyi furrowed her brows,ck of trust in her driver''s answer.


    "Ah! That!-ha-¡­I was merely excited."


    "Excited about what?" Tang Ziyi narrowed her eyes at the answer.


    "It''s so cool. That ram-whack and smash moment is the most exciting I''ve ever experienced." The driver replied.


    "So, that''s what made you excited." Tang Ziyi''s eyes turned weird.


    "Next time we''re riding this vehicle, I hope Instructor Tang will let me drive. I gotta drive. That was sofortable!"


    Tang Ziyi could even picture, her driver hopping ups and downs, if not for her being on the steering wheel.


    Her driver added: "Oh! How much I hope there''re more obstacles ahead waiting for me to ram!"


    Tang Ziyi''s mouth twitched and she went speechless. She might have identally woken some types of hidden attributes from her subordinates.


    Where did the normal girly heart go and violent valkyiee out from? Tang Ziyi removed the helmet and scratched the top of the hood.


    Ignoring her addicted driver, Tang Ziyi talked to Su Ruomei. "Bravo Two, you can take a look at your GPS. That''s the path we''re taking. No change from our n."


    "Bravo Two, acknowledged. No change in ns. Are you sure of not taking the lead?"


    "We''ll overtake you when we arrive at the scene."


    "Roger."


    Tang Ziyimunicated with themand to get more intel. "Bravo to Command, what''s the situation of the trapped officers?"


    "Bravo, they''re currently doing fine, apart from some casualties. They have barricaded themselves inside a vacant building as a stronghold and the fight has paused momentarily."


    "How''s the casualties? Critical?"


    "One critical and 4 minor. We don''t have a clear picture but that''s all the information we know."


    "Understood, Command. We''ll bring them home safe. ETA 7 mikes. Tell them to hang tight, we''re on the way. Out."


    Together with the information sent out from the police control room, Tang Ziyi surfed through numerous live and recorded videos, picturing the situation in the surroundings of the hot event.


    Hearing the officers were able to maintain a strong defense, Tang Ziyi knew time was still on her side.


    ...


    Inside a two-story building.


    While Tang Ziyi''s convoy was rushing to the danger area. Two police officers, a male and a female were stuck to the wall near the window, peering silently outside with the corner of their eyes while the calm remained.


    Heads leaned against the wall as they exchanged nces and their fingers withdrew after pushing away the curtains to give them a vision.


    Their other hands firmly holding onto the pistols, like their dear life. If one looked closely, their hands quivered a lot.


    Their bodies showed fear for the future, yet their eyes filled with determination to survive the crisis.


    A groan beckoned the two''s attention and a scene of their teammates, pressing on the wounds with whatever they had at bay, appeared.


    Both men and women were included in the casualties. 4 were minor wounds but they couldn''t fight. One was in a critical condition, needing immediate medical treatment.


    Two other officers were tending to his aid, pressing the wounds of the immobilized or totally incapacitated officer.


    Although the current silence gave them a rare respite from the fierce engagement, everyone understood it wouldn''t be long before they faced perils.


    The two men and women serving as part of the sentry could even hear shouts and cheers mobilizing across a distance.


    Luckily, the vacant building near the ambush provided a stronghold to resist a wave-like relentless assault by the gangs.


    The policewoman asked in a whispering tone. "Sir, are you certain, help will arrive? I heard from the radio mess, that the other teams were also in chaos."


    "Of course. Our Chief Yang, isn''t someone who''ll leave behind her subordinates." The man who was asked, replied taking his eyes off. Only his breathing and his hands showed he wasn''t calm.


    "But it''s been so long." The woman stammered but she held her voice from bing loud.


    The man was quiet and didn''t speak. He alsocked confidence that Chief Yang might still have units at her disposal to send help to their location, especially for someone who understood the situation more.


    He was the leader of Team One while the incapacitated officer was the leader of Team Two. Now, the situation called for him to be responsible for both teams.


    Everybody was injured to a degree and treated their wounds themselves. Each took their post, scanning their sector for enemies. Even the girl who inquired wasn''t spared from injuries as he could still see bleeding across her cheek.


    And she was the least injured officer, the luckiest among the team members. He was also shot in the shoulders but a tourniquet saved him from bing useless and to remain in a fight.


    Others were also in a simr situation. A mere rough first-aid treatment was sufficient to keep going. It wasn''t false to say they felt like in a war zone.


    This was supposed to be a simple arrest warrant mission and things went sideways after Sierra One resisted with a gun. Fortunately, Chief Yang''s reminder saved the team from worsening the progress.


    The mission was to get in, apprehend Sierra One, and evacuate before anyone noticed. But it appeared their suspect was vignt and opened fire at them on sight.


    To make matters worse, they had to provide treatment for the injured suspect as part of the protocol, elongating their stay and alerting possible troublemakers.


    As themand expected, their presence wasn''t wee in the area. Seeing more and more gunfire toward their groups and increasing sight of gangs, he reported the drastic change instantly and the two teams were allowed to retreat, carrying the wounded Sierra One.


    On the journey, they were warned the other teams were under attack and ambushed on the returning path. So, as one of the leaders of the team, he decided to change the path and made the convoy destination, unable to predict.


    Sadly, the gangs seemed to be well-informed their route was to return to the City N Police Station. Although their teams were thest ones to encounter ambush, he wasn''t proud because they were trying to cheat death miserably without helpspared to other''s ease.

 Chapter 144: How it happens

    The convoy of police vehicles met its demise. Initially, suspicion grew among the team members, something was amiss with the town they passed.


    It was too quiet and people were missing. Despite the timeline they were in meant most went to work, having seen not a single person sound an rm.


    Even the officer responsible for the intelligence for their teams back in the control room, couldn''t spot a fault. Even if they understood the path ahead was terribly wrong, the convoy was forced to proceed.


    From behind, multiple vehicles were pursuing or seemed like it. No one was certain but the aggressive behavior told bad news.


    Left with no choice but to push onward, his group encountered aplex ambush. Aplex ambush, like its description, meantplexities.


    Out of nowhere, two modified pick-up trucks, pulled out of nowhere, blocked the front, and the convoy was put to a halt.


    Their police sedans'' capability was behind the trucks'' stature and couldn''t break through. On top of that, numerous figures sprung out of several hidden positions and opened fire at them.


    In spite of the small firearms, they were deadly and urate. Many officers in his team got injured in the first few seconds of the ambush.


    When police drivers tried to reverse their vehicles from worsening the situation, a big construction truck loomed and parked behind, trapping the officers in the danger zone.


    The maneuverability had been lost. The officers suffered a perfect ambush, locked in the enemies'' L-shaped fields of fire.


    Realizing the situation was doomed, the officers had no choice but to return fire, taking up cover, using the vehicles. Only then, their condition improved a little. Small firearms exchanged between the two groups.


    Apart from the initial chaotic stage, where the bullets released by the gangs were urate and hit some officers, the officers regained their morale after reacting to the ambush, especially when the opposition gunfire was no longer urate.


    Compared with the officers who were trained to a certain degree, gangs didn''t undergo rigorous firearms training. No discipline, it was a miracle for them not to shoot at each other.


    Before perhaps bullets didn''te back, they were able to aim carefully andid down suppressive fire. Now, the police were suppressing these gangs with urate shots, causing them only to duck back under cover and fire blindly, raising their hands.


    When the bullets whizzed past these gang members, their courage dissipated and survival instincts kicked in. Not running away was the highest ability they were capable of at the moment.


    The only advantage of having outnumbered and surrounded the police officers prevented them from fleeing the scenes.


    The fierce exchanges became sparser as minutes passed by. After some gang members dropped to the ground, unconscious, unknown whether due to injury or because most were dead, only shouts cheering each other up remained.


    Some barking orders to regroup and assault again. This time, the rate of gunfire was almost nonexistent. One or two shots and it became quiet.


    The officers heaved a sigh of relief, understanding they had survived the initial crisis. Recollecting themselves, the team leader proceeded to check each officer''s status.


    One of them was shot in the head, his bleeding wound was pressed by the other officer, desperately trying to rescue him and hanging his life. The other four were also in a miserable condition but were conscious and breathing.


    The situation was dire. Almost every officer was injured at the beginning of the ambush stage, when their reaction was slow. This dangerous stage was probably the main reason for their injuries.


    The team leader found out that one shot in the head was the leader of the other team and quickly regrouped the team members and allocated tasks. Those who had difficulties moving, were helped by others, providing first aid.


    Those who had the ability to move around rendered first-aid by themselves. Tightening tourniquets or anything simr like belts around their limbs and applying bandages for the severe ones.


    Roars and cries of men disturbed the short calmness, prompting the officers to defend their position. Another exchange of gunfire resumed again and the police easily repelled their opponents, standing their ground.


    Their ease should be attributed tock of training on the opposition side. After a certain proportion of gang members fell, withdrawal was on their minds. The greedy nature of the gang appeared¡ªself-preservation and survival were seen in their actions.


    Back and forth, assault and withdrawal in a disorganized member. Still, the police stood their ground, waiting for their reinforcements as told by themand.


    As the rhythm of the assault increased, even the officers became tired and felt they might lose their lives today. The leader also realized the despair, after seeing the rising numbers on the other side.


    There was no way they could continue to defend. Looking around, he saw a building, which could be utilized as a barricade. Ordering his fellow officers, the most severely injured were transported first and the rest followed providing covers to their retreating colleagues.


    As for fleeing away from the gang, not one thought crossed their minds, because flight meant death. Everyone was injured and the agility had dropped. Where could they outrun numerous enemies?


    In the beginning, they thought it was the gang''s attempt to rescue Sierra One but they discovered the real goal was to mow everyone''s life in the convoy.


    Although not many possessed political brains, they understood, that their team''s predicament was to add obstacles to their boss¡ªYang Qingyue. They must get out of the kill zones and be prepared to set up a defense against the encirclement.


    The only hope was their reinforcement. cing the severely wounded in a safe location, he ordered the officers to take care of the responsible sectors and also participated in the defense himself.


    These events were recalled in his mind and his body shook, regaining consciousness.


    A female worried voice came: "Sir, are you okay? You can rest. Don''t worry! I''ll alert you when something happens."


    The young policewoman sympathized with the man''s exhausted behavior. After all, hismands and resourcefulness had allowed them to survive till now. She didn''t me the leader for losingposure.


    Hell, even her arms remained shaking, and she couldn''t think more while her leader was the opposite. Consideration for the colleagues and suppressing one own panic.


    The man smiled back in response and gazed out at the surroundings. A quiet yet deadly aura stood around the officers.


    He didn''t tell others, reinforcement might not make it in time. In fact, the others understood subconsciously but they threw away those dire ideas during the fight.


    No one thought deep or no one considered what if. Their sole purpose was to survive for as long as they could.


    He heard mobilizing cries from the gangs outside, forcing their subordinates to assault again. To be honest, he must admit even a trained group would crumple in front of the huge numbers.


    The relentless assault had worn everyone down in his group. The radio cracked in: "Team One and Two, this is Command. Do you read me?"


    He radioed back. "Command, go ahead."


    "Please stand your ground. Do not give up. Help is on the way." The man closed his eyes for a moment and shook his head inwardly. This might be theirst moment.


    "Understood."


    "Don''t lose hope. The reinforcement is racing toward you. Codename Bravo One and Two." Perhaps sensing helplessness in the man''s tone, themand radioed him to cheer up.


    "We''ll hold on as long as we can."


    "Team One and Two, we''ve got an update. Bravo One and Two are 5 mikes away. Please hang on." A begging tone appeared from the control room female officer who ryed the messages.


    "Wilco. We''re exchanging fire at the moment. A little busy now."


    The man chuckled beckoning his teammates'' attention and showed a happy expression. "Guys and girls, I''ll treat you to a sumptuous dinner after this. It''s an honor to survive together with you all. Help is 5 minutes away. It''s just 5 minutes. How long have we held on?"


    Laughter erupted from his colleagues.


    "Hell''yah. These scums couldn''t even fire back properly when we return fire. Five minutes? Even another 20 minutes should be fine." Others murmured in agreement. Staring at everyone''s eyes, he was relieved and proud of his subordinates.


    Hopes and determination burned in their eyes. Let these short bursts of morale rage on the ones who were about to attack them.

 Chapter 145: Arrived finally

    Crack! Crack!


    Whizz!


    Bullets flew back and forth. The group of police officers barely held the line; another assault began. This time the enemies pressed more harder.


    The team leader crouched down, his eyes twitching to the whishes passing over his head. He lifted his body back up, fired a couple of rounds and ducked back in.


    The harsh wind and sonic boom overhead raised his innate fears and survival instincts. But his rationality suppressed the feeling and ground himself to return fire.


    The situation was getting more and more dire in this short period of time. Perhaps the opposition knew help was arriving soon?


    Well, then, the moment could be both good news and bad news. Their support should soon be here but the enemies would only get more and more relentless.


    When he tried to peek a view, the sight almost caused him to exim. He sawmanding figures among the gangs shooting at their own subordinates because they fell back.


    This!


    He understood the severity of such actions from the gangs. It was almost like ast resort to press the pressure on his side.


    With a dead squad behind controlling, the wave assaulted by the gangs this time must be iparable with the past.


    A heavy burden weighed on his shoulders and he nced around to see if anyone noticed the prior scene. No one.


    He shut this information out of his subordinates'' minds to prevent affecting the current rising morales. Tug of war between the two morales emerged. Only the strong would remain.


    .....


    The two ck armored vehicles¡ªAegis¡ªarrived at the hotspot. Chaotic gunfire echoed from a distance like popping firecrackers.


    The sound traveled through their thick wall of armor. Tang Ziyi''s eyes remained steady and her head turned to gaze at everyone''s eyes. She nodded slightly¡ªeveryone was reassured and ready.


    "1-2, turn left at the intersection." Tang Ziyi pointed at the road ahead. "Girls, prepare yourselves. We''re reaching the goal."


    Tang Ziyi''s Aegis had overtaken Su Ruomei''s vehicle and led the convoy.


    Tang Ziyi radioed her teammates: "Bravo 2, just after turning left, we''re at the scene."


    "Understood, Bravo 1."


    "Command, we''ve arrived." Tang Ziyi reported back to the police HQ.


    "Acknowledged Bravos, we''ll link you with Team One and Two. Out."


    Tang Ziyi''s eyes scanned the area. The tters of firecrackers only exhibited the presence of humans. Not a single person was found in the area. A ghost town wasn''t an exaggeration.


    Tang Ziyi raised her eyebrows, surprised yet relieved no bystanders should stand in the middle of the oing fierce fight.


    "Do we need to kill our sirens and lights?" Her driver asked.


    "No need. Let our presence be known to both sides."


    The deafening wails of their sirens reverberated through the narrow urban streets and alleyways, momentarily drowning out the cacophony of violence that had consumed the area.


    As Tang Ziyi''s convoypleted the turn, both the gangs and the officers they were about to rescue, paused for a few seconds with different reactions.


    For a brief moment, the shing red and blue lights of the Aegis vehicles brought a glimmer of hope to some beleaguered officers, whose sight could see from the reflection of the vehicles nearby.


    The rest could only hear the wailing sirens, cheering their depressed mood. Rescue had arrived. Those who saw Tang Ziyi''s vehicles eximed: "It''s the SWAT. Chief Yang send in the SWAT!"


    Despite their strongholds, having been breached by a few gangs, their morales had been restored instantly and they put up their defenses.


    In contrast, the gangs were in disarray and tried to flee but were stopped by the leadership and forced to engage with the iing reinforcement.


    Inside Tang Ziyi''s vehicle, the driver asked: "Instructor Tang, everything is a mess."


    Tang Ziyi nodded. Through the windshield, they had a sight of two pickup trucks parked aligned to block off the road. Beyond these, she saw the damaged police vehicles in a line from the height of Aegis.


    Some even had burst into mes, cracked windshields, broken and shattered sses. The debris picked off the vehicle. She could even observe a group of people like ants surrounding the building, now set on fire.


    Probably gangs setting the barricaded stronghold on fire to destroy the officers inside or flush them out with smokes. Either way, things wouldn''t appear good if it weren''t for Tang Ziyi''s group presence.


    "Heavens." The driver cried out in surprise at the rising smoke. "That building''s on a big fire."


    "There should be our guys staying put." Tang Ziyi said, exining to the rest as she could feel everyone''s eye staring through the windshield.


    "I see so many people. Are you sure there are no officers among these people?" The driver asked.


    "That''s what I''m doing next to find out." Tang Ziyi replied, radioing Su Ruomei. "Bravo Two, prepare two of your girls, to man the turret and rear hatch. Armed one with a magazine drum for fire superiority and suppression. Form an echelon."


    "Wilco, Bravo One." A reply came back shortly after. Su Ruomei''s Aegis moved out of the column and distanced itself 5 meters apart.


    "Command, Bravo here, help me patch up with your teams."


    "Understood, Bravo. Wait one...Alright, you can talk but we''ll be hearing everything." Tang Ziyi''s eyelids twitched at the reminder. She understood Yang Qingyue was warning them not to blow their cover indirectly.


    As the armored vehicles advanced through the obstacleden road, bullets ricocheted off their imprable exterior like raindrops on a metal roof.


    The very massive existence of the trucks and their noises attracted the gangs'' attention. Some firepower had been distributed away from the officers they were attempting to save.


    "Team One & Two, this is Bravo, are you all inside the burning building?"


    "d to hear your help, Bravo. Yes, everyone ounted for is inside."


    "Are you certain, no one is left in the street outside?"


    "Negative. Please hurry up, we won''tst long keeping these bastards at bay."


    "Alright, we''reing. Hang on and stay inside. We''re gonna clear the surroundings." Tang Ziyi looked at the rear and said. "1-3, you''re taking the turret position. I want yours to be loaded with a drum. 1-6 provide nk securities for 1-3, clear?"


    "Clear!" x 2


    "Bravo 2, go ahead your gunner. And Light''em up when you''re ready." Tang Ziyi said to 1-3 and 1-6. "Alright, engage when you''re ready. Give them hell."


    Observing her gunners in ce, opening the hatches above, Tang Ziyi signaled the rest to get ready to dismount.


    1-3 and 1-6 stood up, their bodies behind cover. 1-3 c-griped the handrail of the carbine and stabilized it on the metal edge. Switched the carbine to an automatic mode and prepared to squeeze the trigger.


    1-6 provided nk protection for 1-3 focused on the enemies in the front. Working in tandem, it was like a superior fireteam element.


    The Aegis vehicles screeched to a halt; the gunner¡ª1-3¡ª above unleashed a burst of automatic gunfire towards the gang members, who were firing at Tang Ziyi''s group and surrounding the outnumbered police officers.


    The other Aegis also had its gunner and the fire bursting out of the two barrels brought hell to the enemies.


    The roar of the machine gun was like thunder on the road, and it sent the gang members scrambling for cover.


    The officer on the verge of being overwhelmed, took this sudden turn of events as a lifeline. The symphony of rapid bursts of bullets sounded like a fast-forward drumbeat to surge their morales.


    In contrast, the gangs had different feelings. A series of connected whishes flew above their heads for those who had time to duck.


    For those who weren''t fast enough, they were quickly mowed down like weeds on the field. Sshes ofrge volumes of automatic fires spread panic among the ranks of the gangs.


    No matter how these gangs'' leaders tried to regain the morale, in the face of a strong fist, everything was shaken. Even if they fired at their own subordinates, no one cared.


    Compared with the fear brewed by these leaders, Tang Ziyi''s group instilled a more horrendous fear deep into the bones.

 Chapter 146: Giveem hell

    Imagine a scary sound of whish, along with a sonic boom, which brought inconvenience and disturbed one''s vision. The air traced by the bullet brushed hard on the face of one being shot at.


    Multiply the situation by ten or hundreds and get the result¡ªAegis''s turret gunners'' automatic firing mode, exhibited numerous times the prior effect. That was what the gangs who were being massacred were feeling at the moment.


    Those who survived tried to find cover and concealment after experiencing the hell-like scenes.


    Of course, there were also brave souls who managed to fire back with their small weapons and some bullets were very close to the gunners above the two Aegis vehicles.


    Tang Ziyi''srades had no trouble of being psychologically suppressed under fire, especially when the vehicles provided ample protection.


    Although being exposed a little had some risks, her gunners remained calm. Even if the bullets passed by very close, except for subconscious ducking movement, they were able toy urate shots on the gangs.


    Even the whirlpool brought by the bullets had no effect. The ss visors in front of their helmets already blocked the difort on their face.


    Somended on the vehicles and sparks could be seen. But none of those deterred Tang Ziyi''s girls from rocking the mission.


    nk! Click!


    The sound came from the gunners checking the barrel and bolts, reinserting another drum magazine for action.


    Tang Ziyi radioed in anothermand. "Bravo, advance in formation. I want an alternate coverage."


    "Understood." A sinct reply came from Su Ruomei. Themand also reached her gunner''s headset.


    The noise quietened down for a limited time. Every round had been spent. It seemed a long time but time passed very short.


    Soon, another full coverage of bullets swarmed in the direction of the Aegis vehicles'' front, except that, the gunners from the two vehicles fired alternately.


    When one burst several bullets, the other held and vice versa. The Aegis vehicles loomed closer to the pickup trucks, blocking the pathway and revved up their engines.


    "Here, we go! Whee-wo!" Her driver shouted, apparently excited by the realization she was about to smash through the obstacles. Without a need from Tang Ziyi''smand, she mmed on the elerator.


    Tang Ziyi''s eyelids and mouth twitched, uncontrobly, noting her driver''s maniac hidden attributes.


    Well, she hoped Ling Qingyu didn''t figure out she had awoken weird attributes from her boss''s subordinates. Anyway, it wasn''t her fault.


    No one needed to be notified when the Aegis was about to face impacts. Everyone grabbed onto the handrails or any firm structures near the vicinity and within reach.


    Bang!


    Tang Ziyi''s Aegis breached through the obstacles, opening up the path.


    Another Bang! From behind.


    Su Ruomei''s Aegis followed suit, ramming the already-opened path, spinning away the reluctant pickup truck out of the road. The armored vehicles plowed through barricades of burning cars and debris, their powerful engines roaring like hungry beasts.


    The gang members, hiding near the pickup trucks and shooting back to stop Tang Ziyi''s convoy, weren''t able to escape due to fear or because they misinterpreted their situation.


    They were hurled into a distance and flung away along with the pickup trucks.


    The members on the rear hatches also aimed and delivered precise shots at the nks. Some gangs tried to go around and nned to hit the group from behind.


    Those attempts went for naught without sess. Even though the gangs'' morals dip below zero degrees, a hard fight awaited from the looks of some courageous members'' actions.


    Tang Ziyi ordered a stop to dismount the troops inside. While the gunners at the top provided sufficient covering fires, the remaining ones quickly leaped out and took up positions behind a strong obstacle straightaway.


    Some hit the ground running for a while, swiftly taking up defensive positions behind whatever cover they could find.


    The two teams opened fire relentlessly, along with precision and suppression, creating a wall of bullets that forced the gangs to stay low.


    In front of automatic weapons, their small firearms couldn''t stand a chance. Their defeat had now be a certainty. It was only a matter of time. One by one their bodies fell.


    In terms of range, uracy, and skills, nothing could bepared with Tang Ziyi''s teams.


    The gang members, initially confident that their ambush would seed, now found themselves faced with a highly trained SWAT team that moved with precision.


    The firefight raged on, bullets zipping through the air as Tang Ziyi''s team and the leftover gangs fought fiercely.


    Tang Ziyi''s rifle barked with controlled fast single shots like bursts of fire, each shot finding its mark with deadly uracy. Her team members, dressed in advanced ck tactical clothing, moved with the fluidity of a well-practiced unit, providing cover fire and suppressing the gang members'' attempts to advance.


    By now, most had fled the scenes and the few remaining were the zealots among the gangs. With the momentum and morales on Tang Ziyi''s side, the battle should soon be over.


    The only problem was to quickly link up with the objectives and extract them from danger.


    Tang Ziyi cried out into the radio and the members bounded to the right side of the road on the pavement and pushed through in two columns. One was led by her personally and the other was Su Ruomei''s.


    The two Aegis also mimicked their movements and marched in tandem, assaulting through and gaining ground in the process as time passed.


    Like a real depiction of tanks and infantry tactics, Tang Ziyi and Su Ruomei, along with their subordinates advanced toward the burning buildings.


    The team members shuffled rapidly, each pointing their weapons at the sector they were responsible for.


    Having been in a special military background, all the team members had no problem, engaging their weapons in a rtively close to urban warfare setting.


    The road was littered with enemies'' bodies and groans of some alive ones. Blood soaked and painted the asphalt red. Burning debris entered the members'' nostrils, a depiction of cruelty and violence.


    Tang Ziyi signaled behind to halt and listened to the surroundings. Apart from revving engines from the two Aegis, she heard shots echoing inside the burning buildings.


    A crack beckoned her attention and her eyes gazed up, discovering the gangs engaging the officers across the buildings.


    "Bravo One will provide cover. Bravo Two, enter the building and clear all targets inside." Tang Ziyi gestured with her palm to Su Ruomei. "I''llmunicate with the police to avoid friendly fire."


    "Understood, Bravo Two moving now." Su Ruomei nodded and replied, informing her subordinates to storm the building the gangs were in.


    Tang Ziyi directed her team members to establish 360 security and waited for Su Ruomei''s report. Everyone crouched behind cover along with the armored vehicles functioning as some protection.


    From her judgment, it is likely the building currently in small mes had been breached by the gangs and a small firefight ensued while the gangs across the building served as support.


    On Su Ruomei''s side after entering the building, they flowed in through the entrance, smoothly and cleared room after room as trained in Close Quater Battle¡ªCQB¡ªback in the military before they were discharged.


    Checking corners and covering each other back. The scene seemed like a well-trained tactical team operating methodically.


    Tang Ziyi''s gruesome yet effective training heightened the advantages they already possessed, particrly weapon maniption. Despite the short period of time, the muscle memory remained stuck inside their heads.


    A clear merit obviously shown in their professional fluid action when they snapped their weapons between narrowed corridors anding around the corners. The members now possessed improved weapon maneuverability in a narrow space, a vital skillset of elite spec-ops units in CQB.


    No enemies movement on the first floor.


    Su Ruomei''s team proceeded to move up¡ªfloor by floor they cleared, nearing the source of the gunfire, while Tang Ziyi''s team waited patiently, without any worries.

 Chapter 147: Mission complete

    Soon, Su Ruomei reached the room where the gunfire originated, and reported Tang Ziyi, who alerted the police on the other side to cease firing across another building.


    After receiving confirmation from Tang Ziyi, Su Ruomei gestured the rest to advance silently yet swiftly. They separated into two stacks, on either side of the close threshold.


    On the other side, they could obviously feel the gunfire and knew their enemies were located behind the door.


    Su Ruomei twitched her muzzle up and Jiang Yu opposite hers retracted the carbine buttstock under her armpit in a high ready position, muzzle pointed upward, while the other hand grabbed the doorknob.


    A clear professional movement instructed by Tang Ziyi for every female guard belonging to Ling Qingyu.


    Both of them felt a squeeze in their arms from behind, a message telling them, the rest was ready. All of them in high-ready posture, their muzzles ready to snap back on target urately.


    Breathing in and out, Su Ruomei nodded her head imperceptibly and gave her full concentration as the doorknob was turned and mmed inward.


    Su Ruomei rushed in through the small threshold and quickly covered her corner. Seeing two enemies, she squeezed the trigger. Double taps at each target.


    The bodies slumped to the ground, her aim still upon them, not rxing yet, trusting her team to take care of their responsibility.


    While Jiang Yu, as a second, followed behind her steps and covered the opposite, releasing shots. The members behind her flooded into the room, taking a strong stance and firing rounds at the stunned enemies in their sectors, dominating the room.


    "Clear left!" Su Ruomei shouted.


    "Clear right!" Jiang Yu cried out. The team carried on clearing the remaining dead space.


    "All clear." The carbines in their hands returned to resting posture when suddenly, someone fired again.


    Snap. Snap. Snap. Snap.


    It was a double-tap rhythm, that everyone was familiar with. The members'' eyes looked at the culprit weirdly, whose body became stiff, and chuckled sheepishly.


    "Sorry, I just dead-checked them." She scratched the back of her ears.


    Hearing her words, the rest of the sisters, including Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu, had their eyelids twitched withints.


    Please! Sister, we''re now a SWAT unit, working under Police. We''re no longer in the military. Have you ever seen a single police officer dead-checking the suspect?


    Silent collective ps to the forehead rang in their minds. Su Ruomei cut in. "Okay. Leave it be."


    Su Ruomei connected with Tang Ziyi. "Bravo One, Bravo two. The building is clear. All threats are neutralized. Any further advice."


    "Good job, Bravo Two. Provide an overwatch and assist us, Bravo One, when we assault the burning building. Clear?!"


    "Understood. Tell us when you get in." Su Ruomei ryed themand and her team members took up the position, sniping the gangs across the buildings and overlooking from a height.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu got into their spot and watched everything from above. Tang Ziyi''s team stacked up on the entry of the building on fire and entered like water seeping into leakages.


    No longer were they able to observe as Tang Ziyi''s group began clearing the building.


    Afterward, a fierce sh could be heard. Chaos inside intensified with different types of tters from various firearms.


    Extreme violence inside the building soared. The stato of suppressed automatic weapons fired echoed off the building, mingling with frantic shouts and curses of the gang members.


    They even heard some begging for mercy but ended with whines, Tang Ziyi giving them no quarters. The air was thick with acrid smell of gunpowder.


    Su Ruomei''s team also delivered a barrage whenever enemies entered their sight. From the building''s height, they were able to spot some gangs fleeing in the distance, Su Ruomei ordered her subordinates to shoot.


    Like target practice, it didn''t cost a sweat as they gunned down any enemies they saw in the area. Suddenly, everything became silent, alive enemies no longer in their sight as the area had likely been clear.


    Initially, 1-1 requested Tang Ziyi to drive around and mowed the gangs with the turret gunners. Tang Ziyi saw this feasibility but denied the notion after realizing their movements were all seen by the drone above.


    She decided not to add more trouble to Yang Qingyue. Their act of violence had already shown its edge and should be sufficient.


    Yang Qingyue: I thank you for considering my opinion.


    Su Ruomei heard Tang Ziyi''s voice from the radio. "Bravo One had cleared the building. All threats neutralized. Any updates Bravo Two."


    Su Ruomei replied: "Negative, Bravo One. All quiet out here. We can now call this a safe area for now."


    "Call Jiang Yu and the other who had medic experience to my ce. We need to treat casualties. Of course, don''t worry none of our sisters are hurt." Tang Ziyi quickly added herter words.


    Else, Su Ruomei was about to explode when she heard casualties from Tang Ziyi. "Alright, I''ll send them to you." Su Ruomei turned to Jiang Yu and talked about the situation.


    Tang Ziyi waited for Jiang Yu''s group while her medic in the team rendered medical aids to the severely injured. Because the police weren''t fully funded, not everyone had tourniquet on their injured bodies.


    Fortunately, every member of her team had four and stopped those officers'' bleedings from worsening. As for the critical ones, she had done her best; only the hospital could provide a healing session.


    She met the leader of the police team she rescued, who expressed his gratitude and shook hands with her. "Thanks for your help. We owe our life to you."


    "You''re wee but I believe you''ll do the same for your colleague." Tang Ziyi replied. The man was also lightly injured. She could see bloodstain on the shoulders and arms.


    But he didn''t grimace once as he conversed with her. A strong resolute man. He exined the event from his perspective and Tang Ziyi understood more about the situation.


    It wouldn''t be wrong to say without this man''s decision, the entire police squad could likely be decimated here before Tang Ziyi arrived.


    She radioed back to the police headquarters. "Command, this is Bravo. Team One and Team Two had been rescued. All threats surrounding the area have been neutralized. Everything seems clear for now. I suggest extracting them to a safe location."


    There was a pause on the line. "Good job Bravo. Thanks for the assist. How are they?"


    "Every officer suffers injury to some extent, not worrisome. But 5 are severely wounded. One in a very critical condition, shot in the head." Tang Ziyi sighed after she spoke.


    To her, it was a miracle, this man still breathed. She wasn''t sure if he would make it to the hospital or would he ever wake up from unconsciousness.


    "Bravo, bring them back inside your vehicle to the hospital. No ambnce dares to enter your area. I believe you can make the call."


    "Understood. Command." Tang Ziyi informed the situation to the team leader, who nodded and cooperated with her actions. Afterward, Jiang Yu''s group came and quickly finished the necessary treatment.


    At least, first aid items produced by Athena were more well-equipped and sophisticated. All the indispensable kits were avable in contrast to the officers'' poor budget styles.


    A moreplete first aid medical process helped the casualties, increase their chance of survival, and lessen the consequences in the future.


    "Sister Tang, could you please bring the stretcher from our vehicle." While treating theatose person, who was shot in the head, Jiang Yu requested Tang Ziyi, who asked the other sisters for help on the radio.


    Later, a stretcher was delivered to the scene and Jiang Yu and the others lifted this man. No one expected this man to really survive, but everyone did their best.


    Tang Ziyi talked to the leader. "Do you have any important documents and stuff left on your vehicle?"


    "Not that, I''m aware of." The man shook her head.


    Tang Ziyi nodded. "Then, it''s good. We''ll have to extract your team with our vehicles. Prepare your men."


    Tang Ziyi raised her voice. "Everyone, the severe casualties will enter my vehicle; the rest will follow Bravo 2. Let''s go."


    A few momentster, everyone including the officers who were rescued were ushered into two Aegis. Fortunately, their armored truck had an extra spacepared to their counterparts.


    Although a bit congested, everyone had a ce to sit. Inside Tang Ziyi''s Aegis, a stretcher, along with other critically wounded officers were attended by Jiang Yu and some girls, who were serving as medics.

 Chapter 148: Livebroadcast

    The leader among the police rescued by Tang Ziyi''s group was feeling like out of the blue, sitting inside the vehicle as they departed from the ambushed area.


    He was surprised initially when the one who radioed him as a SWAT leader was a woman. Surprise transformed to stun, when he realized after the battle finished, all the SWAT members were females.


    Heck, they were excellent at their tasks too. Now, he didn''t mind his astonishment and relished, watching all the mechanisms inside this sophisticated beast, he had never seen before.


    He muttered: "This seems to be better than Bearcat from Country A and our Mastiff. They''re like a baby in front of this beast."


    "Of course, technology-wise and specificationwise, it''s iparable." Tang Ziyi said out with pride after she heard his voice and rolled her eyes. Compared to the oldies Bearcat, it was unknown how many miles had Aegis left the antique behind.


    However, Tang Ziyi admitted, that Bearcat was a reliable and versatile vehicle, suited for its job. Not to mention, goods produced by Country A ceased to disappoint any consumers.


    That was also the reason why she copied their modification method for the vehicles which were bought by Ling Qingyu to donate to the City N police station.


    The previously frightened policewoman, who stayed close to her leader during the firefight, nced at Tang Ziyi and the others nonstop, especially at Tang Ziyi with admiration in her eyes. Tang Ziyi had a headache with the new fangirl she obtained today.


    The female police officer''s behavior was noticed by the leader but he didn''t say anything, because he understood what impact she experienced after surviving the catastrophe.


    In her eyes, where female special task members were rare, she met several today and it was unforgettable when she was rescued by the female team.


    ...¡­.


    From far away, Ling Qingyu turned on the television news program, currently live streaming andmenting on the chaotic events, after Tang Ziyi left. She watched the scene where the police fled to the building and kept the gangs at bay.


    The footage was from a drone flying at the height, capturing the rare and heavy moment, happening on the ground.


    While Mr. Expert was ming the new leadership, the announcer expressed prayers and hoped the officer would be safe.


    As for whether the words came out deep from the heart truthfully or merely for the public eyes to see, Ling Qingyu had no interest.


    She sat down on her desk and decided to watch from the inte. At least, she could monitor public opinion in this way throughments popping out every second.


    Manyizens were wishing their best for the officers, even if people weren''t rted. After all, no matter what the expert and announcer interpreted, they understood the officers in danger were likely to be more on the side of justice.


    Of course, most of whom were from Province N, while the people from different areas didn''tprehend and follow what the expert narrated.


    A barrage of arguments ensued in thement section and Ling Qingyu shook her head. Naturally, the ck ounts she hired weren''t doing nothing. Even though she had no idea which ount they held, they would probably work this out.


    While bored and a little bit anxious the officers would be annihted waiting for reinforcement, Ling Qingyu asked Athena about Tang Ziyi''s position and only heard a reply, saying her security guards were nearing the scene.


    Her heart raced as she realized the female guards she always stayed together these days might face danger.


    Athena''s words disrupted her thought: "Mom, they''re here. They''ll show up on the screen soon."


    The siren red out loud from the distance and she could hear it from the screen, as well as otherizens. The camera shifted its direction, trying to capture the whereabouts of the sound.


    The blue and red obvious police trademark was found after shifting the lens direction for a while and zoomed in. Two ck figures speeding on the road viewed perpendicr to several alleyways from the camera''s position.


    The sight where these vehicles smashed through obstacles and roadblocks felt so satisfying, wishing they were also on the two oing vehicles.


    <So happy! Reinforcement had arrived. Hold on officers> Ament emerged and soon followed suit.


    <Help has arrived, finally.>


    <I really am about to cry. The officer has family, waiting toe back home safe. We''re all human. Why? Luckily, theirrades are there to back them up.> The heart lumped in the throats of the audience fell back gradually. More sincere wishes came up.


    Ling Qingyu sped her hands as she watched what Tang Ziyi disyed on a tablet, driving in reality. She was nervous and wished for her subordinates'' safety.


    She even wondered why and how in the world had she agreed with Tang Ziyi''s guarantee.


    Soon, the two huge vehicles swerved to the road where the gangs were and screeched to a stop.


    Thement area exploded with excitement.


    <It''s SWAT. Holy shit!>


    <Are we about to watch a live-action firefight?>


    <Look at the two beasts. OMG! Just the entrance must have scared away the gangs.> Aizen joked pointing out the short pause of the gangs in their actions.


    <Sure enough above. Good eyes to spot such small changes.>


    <I only notice it now. Damn eyes you have.>


    The hatches above the vehicle popped open and small figures, with helmets and ker on, wielding something in their hands attracted the audience''s attention, including Ling Qingyu''s.


    ttering cracks of automatic fire reached the drone''s mic. Rapid uninterrupted cracks answered everyone''s curiosity.


    Guns. Rifles or machine guns, the audience had no ideas but seeing more sophisticated weapons brought by police reinforcement relieved their tension.


    Burst of fire spewed out from the muzzles, the figures in ck special clothing were holding.


    Although traces of bullets couldn''t be seen or felt, theizens found this age-restricted sight heartwarming and also sensed the terrors brewing on the gang''s side.


    Audiences enjoyed watching the rampage brought by the SWAT reinforcement, especially the sight where the lead armored truck rammed the pickup trucks'' blockade.


    Seeing dozens of ck figures, wearing ck special clothing like an elite top-tier unit, hopped out of the vehicles and quickly took the best position and fired their guns, Ling Qingyu held her breath, not daring to imagine what if a stray bullet hit her guards.


    She must admit her guards'' movements appeared more professional and stylish, unlike those seen in rare old footage of special force training, where they moved in an ugly manner.


    Thements by otherizens confirmed her thoughts as well. Tang Ziyi''s training might have improved their posture and weapon gestures substantially in the past few days.


    Pushing back the gangs slowly and finally routed the enemies, the SWAT units pressed forward from the pavement along with their vehicles.


    The camera turned to the fleeing figures in disarray being mowed down to the ground, decimated by urate shots from her guards.


    The SWAT, instead of going straight to the building their colleagues were in, separated into two teams¡ªone stormed the adjacent building.


    Even from a distance, loud rapid gunfire entered the mic. The other team moved forward and rescued their fellow officers.


    If not due to Athena''s confirmation, Ling Qingyu would never have known, that the ck figures were her personal guards, because she couldn''t identify the genders from a distance, hidden under their clothing style.


    The team was too high tier in their methodical yet fast movements and damn dazzled the eyes of the onlookers. She wasn''t a military expert but she understood, her guards'' sophistication could reach a high ranking.


    Suddenly, she saw one figure run to the armored truck, pick up the stretcher from inside and first aid suitcase, and rush back to the building. Ling Qingyu panicked and had difficulty breathing.


    Athena, realizing her mother''s mood, instantlyforted Ling Qingyu. "Mom, chill. Calm down. None of your sisters is hurt."


    Her words relieved Ling Qingyu. Athena would never lie to her. Not to mention, her daughter might have a better perspective of the battlefield.


    "President Ling!"


    "Yes," Ling Qingyu replied instinctively.


    A call from her office door beckoned her eyes. Zhao Xiurong leaned in halfway as she smiled awkwardly.


    "I knock your door many times. You seem to not react to it. Are you okay?" Zhao Xiurong asked worriedly, noticing Ling Qingyu''s reddened eyes.


    "It''s alright. I was watching the news. What happened?" Ling Qingyu must have immersed herself too much in the video feed.


    Zhao Xiurong suspected Ling Qingyu rarely blinked when she watched the news. "Well, it''s not rted to ourpany but I noticed guns on the side of our security guards'' waists. Do you mind telling me why?"


    Ling Qingyu waved her hand to invite Zhao Xiurong toe near her. "Of course not. I don''t mind, Sister Zhao. Come in; don''t just stand there. I''ll show you the reason."

 Chapter 149: Mo Yunxi calls

    Zhao Xiurong took a chair and watched the video feed on the desktop monitor together with Ling Qingyu as she exined the event. Her eyes widened in disbelief.


    It was not far from thepany at all. She understood why the guards equipped themselves with pistols, feeling relief and safe.


    She didn''t inquire how they went through background checks and licenses. Should they proceed with the paperwork, she would have seen it with her own eyes, as Ling Qingyu''s personal secretary.


    "Sister Zhao, I think you bettere live near my manor. It''s safer there." Ling Qingyu said.


    "I''m nning to move this week. Now, I suppose the deadline will be earlier." Zhao Xiurong replied.


    "Wee." Ling Qingyu joked while Secretary Zhao rolled her eyes. "Not to mention, you''ll understand why I say my ce is safer."


    "How? Thepany''s guards residing near yours?" Zhao Xiurong asked. She was the closest to Ling Qingyu and understood the situation quickly.


    "That is one reason. The other, how should I say?" Ling Qingyu rubbed her chin. "Actually, you know those SWAT officers and have met them."


    "I do?" Zhao Xiurong was puzzled.


    "Keep this one a secret between us." Ling Qingyu decided to confess to her reliable secretary. Although she wouldn''tin if Ling Qingyu hid her ns, Zhao Xiurong would have something stuck in her heart and the rtionship between them could turn sour.


    Besides, Zhao Xiurong was trustworthy ording to her judgment and she would soon be her neighbor. "These SWAT are actually Sister Tang and the sisters of our security guards."


    "What!" Zhao Xiurong eximed in disbelief. She barely found Ling Qingyu''s words convincing.


    After Ling Qingyu exined the formation of female SWAT n and her gradual steps leading to this chaotic event, Zhao Xiurong rubbed and patted her chest, as she breathed deeply to calm herself.


    The jumping melons raised Ling Qingyu''s eyebrows as she stared at the scenery in enjoyment. How she wished to pull her secretary on herp and nudge her lips on the fruit?


    Unfortunately, Xiao Yue barged into her room nonchntly, kicking away even her short dreamy moment. Annoyed, she asked: "What''s the matter with you?"


    Xiao Yue sat down on the sofas and nted her head, ignoring Ling Qingyu''s frustrated eyes. "Nothing. Ie and check you up after hearing a scream."


    "It was me. I have a panic mode." Zhao Xiurong was embarrassed her exmation might have spread across the entire floor.


    "En¡­ Sister Xiao should have seen everyone is fine, right?" Ling Qingyu inquired, thinking Xiao Yue also had a pair of sses like hers, tomunicate with Athena.


    As expected, Xiao Yue nodded and replied. "I''ve watched the video."


    Afterward, shey down on the sofas, arms behind her head and crossing her legs. Moaning out in satisfaction, Xiao Yue closed her eyes, not knowing whether she slept or just rested.


    Question marks appeared above Ling Qingyu''s and Zhao Xiurong''s heads. That was it?


    The two exchanged nces, puzzled but realized Xiao Yue must have been worrying about Tang Ziyi before. Despite not exuding her stress outward, the torment must have taken a toll on her mental strength.


    Even if she knew the eldest sister was capable, this was a big gunfight. Any stray bullets meant misfortune. Numerous ''What if?'' daunted her mind while she stayed near Ling Qingyu.


    Zhao Xiurong stepped toward Xiao Yue and lifted her head, whose eyes looked at her suspiciously. Zhao Xiurong merely smiled, and sat down on the spot where Xiao Yue rested her head and served as a knee pillow.


    From Zhao Xiurong''s perspective, Xiao Yue was like her younger sister and her cute baby face was adorable. Her hands brushed Xiao Yue''s hair softly, soothing Xiao Yue''s tense mood, and her eyes to close.


    Ling Qingyu''s mood turned cloudy from the beautiful sight. An elder sisterforted her younger sister, looking at her with adoration. How heartwarming!


    No, she hadn''t even enjoyed her secretary and Xiao Yue robbed her ce. They were the same kind, Ling Qingyu cursed at her summoned generals from the other world.


    Ling Qingyu''s phone rang and her jealously flushed away. She looked at the screen and discovered it was from an unknown number. Was it her cheap father, worried about today''s chaos?


    She wanted to ignore it but thought what if the number was from other people who had important issues. After some hesitation, she swiped to answer.


    "Hello, who am I speaking with?"


    "Hello, Miss Ling, I hope I didn''t disturb your work." A familiar female voice entered her ears.


    "Not at all. But who are you?"


    "Ahem, I''m Doctor Mo Yunxi from the public hospital you stay before, Miss Ling." Hearing her introduction, Ling Qingyu recalled the image of a stunning doctor, a candy she wanted to taste since day one she opened her eyes.


    "Well, hello, Sister Mo, it''s good to hear your voice. But did something happen or something troubling you? Don''t worry, I''ll solve anything for you." Ling Qingyu said in a worried manner as she remembered she once told Mo Yunxi to give her a call if she faced any troubles.


    "Actually, it''s not a trouble." Mo Yunxi hesitated. "It''s something I''d like to request from you. About the donation you sponsor¡ªcan I make a decision to donate, to some of the patients that will being to the hospital soon."


    "Of course, I trust your decision and your character. You can make a choice as you deem fit. There''s no doubt about it. But, who''re the patients, if I may know?" Ling Qingyu affirmed Mo Yunxi''s decision.


    "I don''t know if you''re watching the news. The patients will be the officers, severely injured in today''s event. Besides our hospital which has sufficient equipment in City N and with your donation, we have increased the tiers, there isn''t a single hospital that''sparable to ours. So, they''ll probably be sending the casualties to our hospital."


    "Ah, I see. I know about them. Of course, we should provide the best treatment for those who serve the public and we mustn''t chill their hearts. Please proceed with your choice, Sister Mo." Could she say, she sent her guards to intervene and extract these poor officers?


    "Thank you for your understanding, Miss Ling. I express my gratitude in ce of those in need." Mo Yunxi replied in exhration.


    "It''s a donation. Every spending depends on your hospital, provided no one abuses the system. And calling me Miss Ling after even I call you Sister is bad, very bad." Ling Qingyu had no idea why she spoke in a coquettish tone.


    "En-Miss,¡­ I mean Sister Ling." Mo Yunxi changed her address when a snort rang in her ears.


    "That''s much better, Sister Mo."


    "Since I received your confirmation, I''m about to get busy." Mo Yunxi exined.


    "Has anyone ever said, you''re cute, Sister Mo." Ling Qingyu had a strange idea.


    "I''m sorry. Did I hear you call me cute?" Mo Yunxi sounded surprised. Ling Qingyu tried what Tang Ziyi suggested. Calling other girls cute might bring a heavenly result.


    While Ling Qingyu''s attention went elsewhere, she missed the fierce topics arose among theizens, bing hotter as time passed.


    <Oh! Isn''t this big vehicle the one I saw smashed the civilian cars and even the police checkpoints. Now I understand why they were in a hurry to even crash other vehicles.>


    <Upstairs, are you serious?>


    <Heaven! You, guys are serious. Let me check the link.>


    <Just came back after watching. Oh shoot! Damn, they really smashed through the police checkpoints.>


    <Looking at above dialogue, why do I have a sense of dejavu?>


    Someone realized something was amiss with the SWAT vehicle crashing at its colleague''s one.


    <Is an infighting between uncorrupted vs corrupted?>


    <Now that someone mentions this¡ªthe probability is very high.>


    <Who knows whether the officers being ambushed might be linked to the corrupt one? In Province N, anything like this could happen. I''m siding with the SWAT on this side.>


    <Me too, but let''s wait for the official statement.>


    <Are you an idiot? Which official statement will say something that will undermine their reputation.>


    A conspiracy theory brew inside everyizen''s mind. Discovering things weren''t simple, everyone was prepared to wait for days to let the event unfold and tell the tale.


    Most hoped the ambushed officers were safe and recovered quickly, particrly after seeing someone on the stretcher and battered officers evacuated by SWAT vehicles.


    The n created by Yang Qingyue''s opponents backfired as the public attention had gone against the direction they set up. Should the officers weren''t rescued, the situation would bepletely different¡ªinevitable Yang Qingyue''s officialdom went downhill.


    Ling Qingyu''s help was crucial to Yang Qingyue''s goals and her journey. Both women had now be alliance, despite not having discussed each interest yet.

 Chapter 150: Sending casualties to the hospital

    Mo Yunxi hung up her phone, with a smile, satisfied with the result, after conversing with the huge donor¡ªLing Qingyu.


    Didn''t know how Ling Qingyu would feel if Doctor Mo regarded Ling Qingyu as their hospital donor?


    Of course, Mo Yunxi considered Ling Qingyu as a younger sister based on the interaction on the phone, acting adorable to get what she wanted.


    Although Ling Qingyu spoke in a weird manner, Mo Yunxi didn''t think too much. And to even regard her as cute, Mo Yunxi had no words.


    She wondered if Ling Qingyu had wrong eyes in judging people. If Ling Qingyu said stunning, sexy, and alluring to describe her, Mo Yunxi found no problem. But cute? Where did she find herself cute?


    Shaking her head, Mo Yunxi pushed away these distracting thoughts even if she sensed some strangeness from Ling Qingyu, which she couldn''t exin yet.


    Even though her intuition told Mo Yunxi, that Ling Qingyu had a hidden agenda, she didn''t take it seriously.


    Ling Qingyu: Damn, Tang Ziyi. Your advice doesn''t work.


    She put her phone away and saw her juniors and nurse, grouping together and watching the news. The video feed where SWAT was able to rescue the battered officers, drew attention from the medical workers in this hospital.


    She pped her hands to beckon their eyes and said. "Alright, that''s enough. We have work to do. These officers will being to our hospital and we should ready ourselves."


    Her words awakened everyone. Their bodies straightened up after understanding their hospital staff would be busy soon.


    Doctor Mo Yunxi, her white coat crisp and her expression focused, knew the rescued wounded police officers, who had been rescued by SWAT, would be arriving shortly.


    Her experience told her the situation might be critical. Yin Jingfei, a close friend in the workspace, stepped forward and asked. "Doctor Mo, what should we prepare?"


    "First, assemble the trauma team and make sure everyone is aware we''re dealing with gunshot wounds. We have limited information and need to be prepared for anything."


    ncing at the juniors and nurse already grouped together, Mo Yunxi continued: "I want trauma bay prepped and ready. Ensure we have all the necessary equipment for assessing and stabilizing the patient. Get an IV line set up with normal saline and have blood products on standby."


    Nurse Yin rushed off with the other nurses to arrange what Mo Yunxi ordered. Mo Yunxiforted the juniors and experienced doctors. They were thest line of defense in the world of emergency medicine.


    After everything had been prepared, the doctors and nurses waited. Fortunately, the patientsing to the hospital were very few, alleviating their work pressure and giving them time to respond to huge collective emergency cases like this one.


    After a dozen minutes, they heard the sirens and saw two armored monsters rushing toward their emergency department through the ss window. Everyone sprung forward, ready to receive the patients.


    SWAT officers came out and helped the injured one to the medical staff, providing help. The serious cases were put on the stretcher immediately and sent away.


    Mo Yunxi delegated them to the other doctors and stood by to intervene when necessary. Yin Jingfei managed the other nurses, appointing the area to send the patients.


    She spotted two SWAT members and a police officer carrying a man on a stretcher, who seemed to be badly hurt, on a stretcher. The officer was pressing on the man''s head.


    They put the stretcher on the wheeled one.


    Mo Yunxi stepped forward and asked. "What is the situation?"


    Nurse Yin followed Doctor Mo and helped with the diagnosis.


    Jiang Yu was about to reply when she was stunned, seeing Mo Yunxi and Nurse Yin Jingfei. Pausing for a few seconds, she narrated the patient''s situation clearly.


    Upon receiving more rity, Mo Yunxi nodded her head as she listened and directed Yin Jingfei to help push the critical patient to the emergency operation room. Leaving after saying, "Thank you for your hard work."


    Tang Ziyi, Su Ruomei, and Jiang Yu exchanged nces. It was weird to pretend as a stranger inside their hearts.


    Especially Jiang Yu, who almost called out Doctor Mo and Sister Yin. The medical workers'' eyes hovered on Jiang Yu''s figure once in a while.


    Her outspoken female tone must have attracted their attention. Most of Tang Ziyi''s members stayed quiet, making it hard to distinguish the gender.


    Except for the officers who deeply interacted with her team, not many knew her team was all female.


    Tang Ziyi spoke to the leader they were preparing to depart. "Good luck with your recovery. We better keep up our patrol. There are still some who need our help."


    "Good luck then. Go ahead, I''ll handle the situation here." The team leader replied, looking behind. All those who could walk, stepped up with the help of nurses while the critical ones were pushed on the wheeled stroller.


    Tang Ziyi muttered and ordered her subordinates to mount up on the vehicles. Under the reluctant eyes of the officers, particrly the female officers whose eyes shone with idolization, Tang Ziyi''s motorcade rushed away, reporting to themand theypleted the task.


    In fact, Tang Ziyi, Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu thought about greeting Doctor Mo and Nurse Yin, since they had spent a good time togetherst week.


    Although they weren''t too familiar, the level had reached calling each other sisters. However, they couldn''t delve their secrets to another and risk blowing up the cover, messing Ling Qingyu''s future ns.


    Tang Ziyi, on the other hand, suspected it wouldn''t be long before their secrets would also be spread to the pair of doctor and nurse by Ling Qingyu.


    She could swear to heaven, based on Ling Qingyu''s behavior and her conduct, her guess could manifest.


    ...


    In the City N Police Station, police control room.


    Upon hearing Tang Ziyi''s report, cheers and apuse erupted. Officers hugged their colleagues within reach, expressing huge joy in the face of near despair. They did it. They nailed it.


    Even though their mission wasn''t over, the biggest difficulty had been solved with little resources. Given their dire start against all odds, the situation had be stable.


    Yang Qingyue hugged her friend tightly, who helplessly patted her back. But the corner of Cai Ning''s mouth curling up showed she was delighted Yang Qingyue could now tackle her previous odds.


    Yang Qingyue squeezed her friend further to spread the positive energy and released reluctantly, in the face of Cai Ning''s dead stare and cough. She was ashamed of losing herposure in front of her childhood friend.


    Luckily, she hugged Cai Ning to death to prevent her from photographing the shameful moment. As a true friend, she understood how nosy and annoying Cai Ning could be.


    Suddenly, she sensed something and looked below, seeing the policewoman who helped her a lot, teetering her finger, ncing at her and Cai Ning.


    Yang Qingyue smiled and opened her arm, receiving a hug from the female officer. Cai Ning also hugged her too.


    Everyone calmed down and their face a little depressed¡ªamong the wounded, there was one with a headshot injury. Although the vital signs showed great results, they couldn''t bear the uncertain future.


    To clear away the depressing atmosphere, Yang Qingyue eximed: "We aren''t done yet. Remember there are still our colleagues who still need our help. Let''s focus on bringing them home safe."


    "Yes, Chief Yang!" A collective affirmative uttered.


    Yang Qingyuemunicated with Tang Ziyi. "Command to Bravo."


    "Command, go ahead."


    "I know your team had experience battles, but there are others who might need your help. Do you still have energy and ammunition?" Her tone contained pleadings.


    "That was just a warm-up. No problem working for the day but you have to give benefits." Tang Ziyi replied jokingly.


    Yang Qingyue chuckled. "We''ll talk about thoseter. The other six teams are still fighting. I want Bravos to¡­.wait one."


    "Copied, I''ll be waiting for an update."


    Yang Qingyue gestured to the officer who came near her in excitement to speak up. After listening to his report, Yang Qingyue understood, good news never came alone.


    She returned her attention to the headset and replied to Bravo: "Bravo, correction, we received good news. Problem solved for the teams in ambush. But can I still request you to patrol the area?"


    "Understood, Command. Sounds like there are no more firefights. d to hear the news. Even without your reminder, our team had decided to patrol around."


    "Thank you, Bravo. You may report if any situation arises."


    "Wilco. You can patch through any time. Out."

 Chapter 151: Yang Qingyue won

    After ending the radiomunication with Bravos, Yang Qingyue exchanged a smile with Cai Ning. The crisis was now over.


    The only thing requiring Yang Qingyue to hold importance was to make sure, her subordinates were arranged properly, dealing with the aftermath.


    "I suppose, we''re all going to have a break soon." Cai Ning shrugged her shoulders.


    Yang Qingyue agreed with her friend''s words. After riding on roller-coaster benefitsing with her rank promotion, she realized how vtile the situation in Province N was.


    Even her prior investigation and calction couldn''t keep up with the pace brought by her opponents. If not for Ling Qingyu''s intervention, her moves were likely to be checkmated.


    She even wondered whether she could poach the Bravos from Ling Qingyu''s hands. Thinking of her helper, Yang Qingyue got scared by the notion a privatepany had ess to weapons.


    Despite the case rarity, she should further increase the due vignce and cooperate with Ling Qingyu to prevent another formation of simr groups, whose morals and values might be counterproductive to Province N.


    Of course, what terrified her wasn''t the group but the talents shown by each person in Bravos. What if rich people possessed simr capabilities?


    Well, it wasn''t something new because Private Security or Mercenary was legal around the world. But they must be registered and strictly monitored.


    So, was Ling Qingyu''s group regarded as mercenary? It appeared she must talk with her ally soon.


    "Come to think of it, I couldn''t believe my ears that your enemies ended just like that." Cai Ning interrupted her trail of thought.


    When they were about to send Bravo team to rescue the other teams in ambushes, where QRF could barely provide support to hold the line, the gangs retreated themselves.


    So fast that it dazzled the officers on the ground in disbelief. All those energies and time wasted for nothing.


    In fact, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning, both groomed as elites, clearlyprehend the undercurrents. What happened should not be the wish of Yang Qingyue''s opponents but the decision made by the pawns themselves.


    They sensed the impeding general trend was over and no change would happen. No one wanted to sacrifice when their risks outweighed the gains.


    If the gangs kept the pressure up, Yang Qingyue would still face stumbles. Nheless, at the end of the day, the situation dictated victory should belong to her. Officials could see that.


    So, naturally, the gang leaders could obviously read the scenario.


    What Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning didn''t know was that it was the video feed, originally supposed to show its edge to them, which became their help.


    The video turned into a double-edged sword, when Tang Ziyi''s help arrived. It overturned every n and cohesion among Yang Qingyue''s opponents.


    Seeing Tang Ziyi''s group ruthlessly mow down the gang members in the video, everyone shuddered at the thought that if the situation happened to them, they would have no ce to cry.


    Now the leader of the gang eliminated by Tang Ziyi became a lone general from a huge prosperous organized crime group. No gang wanted to lose teeth and power.


    Even though they would cooperate with officials and be like close friends, that premise was built on strength. If they lost their men, their ratings would drop. Other gangs might take the opportunity to devour them.


    And who knew whether the officials they had a rtionship with would also exploit this weakness and destroy them for their CV in the career?


    So, after Tang Ziyi eliminated the gangs responsible for the mission, which belonged to the prestigious leader among the gangs in Province N, everyone had only retreat in their minds.


    Nobody desired such results where they lost. They would rather give up and offend the officials whom they had promised than be destroyed by Tang Ziyi.


    Not to mention, the officials broke the promise first¡ªno SWAT units should show up. But, Tang Ziyi''s group was an anomaly. Yang Qingyue''s opponents didn''t expect her to keep a trump card.


    She hid it too well.


    The officials begged to continue the assault but were all rejected. The two parties separated in dissatisfaction and Yang Qingyue unknowingly sprouted the seeds in her enemies.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning mostly guessed what urred among her enemies and deduced the factors.


    "District Police Station is now responding to the scene!" An officer eximed.


    "Other districts have followed suit."


    Listening to the reports, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning didn''t have any change in facial expression. They had expected such a situation to happen.


    Now that the trend was over, they must follow her script. No one wanted the reputation of the police to soil and must respond. At least, that would lessen the crime and appear better in public.


    Beingte to provide support was much better than never responding at all.


    But if one said Yang Qingyue would tolerate after all this mess, they would be very wrong. Liquidation must be gone through and she would cleanse all the corrupt officials and fill in with new blood.


    It would be a mistake to assume, the central government would turn a blind eye. In theing weeks, Yang Qingyue must use this opportunity to cleanse the police force in Province N.


    If Yang Qingyue couldn''t rescue her officers, she would take all the me, and her family in the Capital might even struggle to get her out of the predicament. Fortunately, Ling Qingyu''s support swiftly flushed her out of the political whirlpool and all merits stood on her side.


    Yang Qingyue had no worries about being inspected by the delegation from the capital. Frankly, she would exploit it to her advantage. It must be her enemies who couldn''t sleep at night in theing days.


    "Do you think liquidation is viable?" Yang Qingyue expressed worries, despite her desire, especially after going through vtile troubles.


    "Of course, with Central Governmenting soon. Righteousness and reputation are on your side. You could carry out your n peacefully." Cai Ning affirmed her decision.


    "Hmph, I must make them pay the price." Yang Qingyue snorted at her miscalction¡ªthe policemissioner and the judge ceased to give up. Although these two could give her usible deniability, none of the public officials were idiots. She would soon alsoe for them. A war between them was only the beginning.


    "Speaking of, let''s handle within ourselves first." Cai Ning reminded her friend.


    Yang Qingyue''s eyes darkened as she remembered the SWAT units who refused hermand. She turned her head at the officer and asked: "What''s our SWAT unit at the station doing at the moment?"


    The officer hesitated. "They''re still in the armory."


    "Aren''t they supposed to disarm and wait for the dismissal letter?!" Yang Qingyueshed out. Cai Ning grasped her shoulder gently and conveyed the message to soothe Yang Qingyue''s irritable mood.


    It was natural for Yang Qingyue to feel gloomy after thinking about the station''s SWAT members'' disobedience. Imagine a corrupt level reaching theyer of wielding firearms against your presence.


    "You can deal with themter. Deter them from thinking otherwise. It''s not the best time. It would be best if you have bravo." Cai Ning advised from the sidelines.


    In contrast to Yang Qingyue, she saw things clearly. Based on the prior vtile event, who knew whether these SWAT members would burst out?


    Yang Qingyue nodded and sighed heavily. She waved the officer away to continue his work. The SWAT units would be her first target soon, followed by other officials, taking advantage of the central government''s attention.


    Soon, one by one, the officials would either be dismissed from the post or arrested and thrown away in the prison. All other officials tried to stay alert and watched out for their demerits.


    A heavy cleansing among the officials would increase Yang Qingyue''s reputation; everyone began to fear a simple girl and no longer underestimate her. A feud between Yang Qingyue and the policemissioner''s faction formed, both finding opportunities to bring the other down.


    Of course, that was all in the future and Yang Qingyue never knew, she would be so capable in the political arena.


    As for her losing, Yang Qingyue mustn''t lose. Even with her mother''s support, she would be powerless to stop Yang Qingyue from being exploited for all remaining advantages by the members of the aristocratic family. Therefore, she couldn''t afford a defeat.


    Being married off like a doll to suck any leftover benefits would likely be the result where her worst nightmare became a reality.


    Of course, that was merely her prediction of the worst-case scenario. She didn''t know Ling Qingyu had investigated her and would strive to help her, no matter the cost. Both emotion and rationality were involved in the decision.


    Yang Qingyue, to this day, didn''t know, why Ling Qingyu chose to help her. The best she could respond was to return some benefits, such as ignoring Tang Ziyi''s group carrying QBZ rifles, for now.

 Chapter 152: Lin Fans surprises and thoughts

    Unknown Club.


    A man woke up, nudging the woman sleeping beside him gently, and opened the television. As soon as both saw the news, their eyes widened and sleepiness flew away.


    It was Lin Fan and the woman was the same one he slept with before meeting with Ling Qingyu. She was the leader of one of the four main gangs in Province N.


    Lin Fan''s pupils constricted at the fierce fight and inquired the woman through his eyes.


    "It''s not mine." The woman shook her head, dubious about the chaotic events.


    What happened? The couple just indulged themselves and the sky changed. Why didn''t her subordinates inform her about this important news?


    If her subordinates heard her me, they would have no ce to cry for innocence. The leader had admonished them once for disturbing the couple''s sweet time.


    And no one dared afterward. Since the leader announced no disturbance, they just followed orders. Poor times, even following orders could get you med and be a nuisance in your superior''s eyes.


    Lin Fan adjusted herself and stretched his limps. He stood up naked yet confident in his disy of bodies. Lan Xi blushed as she rememberedst night''s passionate activities.


    Crack!


    "Eyes up here." Lin Fan snapped his fingers and warned her amused.


    Lan Xi felt shame rising but she controlled herself and licked the corner of her lips slowly as her eyes moved up and down. Soon, the news drew their attention as they watched drone footage of the firefight.


    The two ma-like attractions dissipated when concerning serious cases. Lan Xi said. "I think it''s not going to be peaceful."


    "I would rather say, there''ll be a bloodbath. Do you have any news or forewarning?" Lin Fan inquired about her gang''s intelligence, prompting Lan Xi to think for a while.


    Lan Xi was known as a Red Rose, full of beauty and thorns. Among the underground forces, especially the four main gangs, her group was known for adept intelligence and connection.


    Even though thebat power was iparable, no one dared to underestimate her group. It wasn''t without reason for her Vermillion gang to rank high.


    Despite the ranking system being more like an agreement between gangs, it disyed some truths. Of course, being the weakest inbat, and as a female leader, Lan Xi was suppressed on various fronts.


    The leaders of the other 3 major gangs¡ªDragon, Tiger, and Wolf¡ªlusted after her body and temperament, and tried to seek cooperation with her. In addition, they envied her group intelligence ability.


    Understanding cooperation meant more like selling her body, she refused and attracted these three to take action against her, pressuring her and robbing her territories.


    It was in those dire moments, that she had a fate to meet with Lin Fan, who rescued her from the greatest predicaments of her life.


    His heroic back when he fought and his demeanor attracted her eyes. Lan Xi didn''t fall for him but merely raised her interest.


    After several interactions, she discovered she had a liking and proactively confessed. She sneered at those pretentious women, wanting but dangling like a rope for someone to grab.


    Like was like. She judged Lin Fan for a while and appreciated this man more. A rare strong man to her liking.


    After interacting more, the two got together. Sex became hot and never got boring. Although Lin Fan confessed he had several women before, Lan Xi didn''t mind.


    She wasn''t deep in love to sprout jealousy. But she did have affection for the young talented man. By the tone of Lin Fan, it appeared he wanted to conquer more women.


    Not that it mattered to her, they were like a confidante rtionship. At least, Lin Fan''s domineering possessive trait sparkled her eyes.


    Throwing away the nkets covering her curves, Lan Xi explicitly strutted out of the bed and scratched Lin Fan''s chest, like a cat teasing with its w.


    Lin Fan''s breathing stagnated as his hands brushed her skin. This woman knew how to put him on edge.


    Bing impatient under her teasing, Lin Fan eximed inwardly¡ªhow dare she?


    He mmed her body to his, lifted Lan Xi onto his body with his hands under her buttocks, and walked into the bathroom. Soon, cries and beatings of battle resounded along with sshes of water.


    After some time, the battle quietened down, and the two looked exhausted, scrambling for deep breath. Apart from the breathing sound, a drizzle of water poured from the shower above, cooling the heating exercise.


    As the two stared at one another, the two lips close to each other, Lin Fan asked: "So you really have no idea about today''s event?"


    Lan Xi answered after thinking for a while. "I seem to have heard it from my subordinates. Like someone wants to deal with the police and I refuse with a good reason."


    Lan Xi wasn''t sure if her case was exactly today''s chaos. Lin Fan presumed it was and smacked her underneath. Ripples formed and sshed water around.


    Lan Xi gasped suddenly in pleasure and pain. A coy expression appeared on her face.


    Lin Fan said, "You did a good job. You can cooperate with officials but never participate in their infightings. The sufferer will always be the underground."


    Lan Xi uttered in agreement. It was also the sole reason why she rejected the offer. Even if the officials drew a big pie, she wasn''t attracted.


    "My Rose Queen knows everything." Lin Fan praised and he was genuine because he understood those working underground were easily swayed by sweet candies by the officials.


    Everyone wanted to turn from ck to white again. But how many seeded without repercussion?


    Lan Xi''s heart sped up, hearing Lin Fan''s praise. It was different when she heard it from her man. "Alright, who''s your queen? I bet those Tiger gangs should suffer a lot now. Should we fight for more territory?"


    Lan Xi already had a picture of which gangs were involved without her subordinates'' investigation, disying her resourcefulness and talent.


    And her choice to expand her territory was based on the fact that the opposition lost their strength. But Lin Fan shook his head. He could see more than Lan Xi because his experience was iparable.


    "You bettery low these days. I''m sure, this is just the beginning. Warn your subordinates not to indulge themselves."


    Hearing this, Lan Xi wiped away the teasing and answered: "You''re right. Now that I think about it, I felt bad."


    "These are just my guess. Let me investigate first." Lin Fan shrugged his shoulder. Both of them quickly finished their bath and exited the room. Lan Xi prepared make-up for herself, why Lin Fan made a call to his subordinates overseas to investigate.


    The result was quickly reported via phone and details were written on the message they sent. Lin Fan hung up the call and read the messages one by one, studying the cause of today''s chaos.


    Putting the phone down, Lin Fan dressed himself simply while savoring Lan Xi''s beauty as she put on her gown. "I''ve got the news and it''s what we anticipated. The two officials are fighting."


    Lan Xi sat in front of the mirror as her expression beckoned for more information. Lin Fan continued: "The new police chief of City N made a ruthless move, prompting fierce resistance from officials whose interests got hurt. Now this fight is a battle of wits and blood between corrupted and uncorrupted."


    "You mean the new police chief is uncorrupted." Lan Xi heard his interpretation.


    "Correct. To be honest, I admire the new police chief''s resolute and it seems she is winning."


    "But if she wins¡­" Lan Xi didn''t speak but Lin Fan nodded.


    "Our interest might suffer in theing future."


    For the underground organization, the best living environment was chaos and no restrainingws. Now that the new police chief had taken over the chair, the sky was going to change.


    Their Vermillion group would also suffer if the security of Province N improved under the leadership of a new police chief. Freedom would disappear and they could no longer obtain profit as before.


    The other gang leaders were going through the same thought process as Lin Fan and Lan Xi. While sneering at Tiger gang demises, they were worried about the future.


    For now, everyone must stay low and avoid attracting the central government''s eyes.

 Chapter 153: Didnt know some of us got shot

    Tang Ziyi and her girls werezily driving around, as requested by Yang Qingyue to show their presence. She had no idea if it was effective because they were patrolling around.


    Their vehicle rarely stayed in one district for long. However, it was fine for Tang Ziyi to experience the tour around.


    A radio call from themand interrupted her enjoyment and Tang Ziyi called her group to go to the City N police station.


    ording to Yang Qingyue''s exnation, it seemed like she required Bravos'' presence to arrest some personnel. It was more of a deterrence than to take part in the process.


    Tang Ziyi gave a thumbs-up to Yang Qingyue''s suggestion, arresting the station''s SWAT units.


    Some timeter at City N Police Station.


    Tang Ziyi and her girls exited the vehicle and saw a group of police officers waiting for them. Among the crowd, her eyesnded on two people with distinct aura and discovered others surrounding them.


    She walked ahead taking the leads, weing smiles and support from the officers, despite some guilt that she wasn''t their colleague as they hoped for.


    From the perspectives of Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning, they found someone taking the lead and instantly knew, she was the leader.


    Heck. Two words appeared in their mind. Handsome and tall.


    Even though covered under thick ck tactical clothing, Tang Ziyi''s confidence affected everyone.


    Yang Qingyue stepped forward and hugged her, murmuring gratitude for their help and weing them inside. Tang Ziyi regretted that she hadn''t captured the moment to show off to Ling Qingyu.


    Listening for more details, Tang Ziyi followed Yang Qingyue and prepared to arrest the SWAT unit, along with her sisters.


    Entering the armory, where the SWAT units were resting, Yang Qingyue showed up with forceful momentum.


    A group of officers as well as Tang Ziyi''s group surrounded and confronted the City N SWAT unit. Reading out the dismissal notice, Yang Qingyue ordered her subordinates to arrest them.


    Initially, the SWAT members were angry when a little chick sat on top of their head and told them what to do. Now being humiliated in front of others, they were about to resist when they also noticed another SWAT participating in an arrest.


    Seeing the already armed and deadly weapons, muzzles tilted downward, they knew Tang Ziyi''s group was already prepared to take a shot. In desperation, they were handcuffed and sent away.


    Yang Qingyue expressed another thanks to Tang Ziyi and asked if she and her team needed refreshments.


    Of course, Tang Ziyi denied unwilling to show their identities and attracting danger. Their act had been spread and she didn''t want to gift her group''s information to the enemies by showing off.


    "Give me time, I had things to deal with." Yang Qingyue told Tang Ziyi, who nodded her head.


    "No problem, Chief. I''ll be waiting for you near the armored truck."


    Cai Ning scrutinized this woman who disyed strong resoluteness in her actions and voice. She wanted to know more but now wasn''t the time yet.


    Although she hadn''tpletely understood Yang Qingyue''s supporting party, she now had a good impression based on the current interaction.


    When Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning disappeared from Tang Ziyi''s eyes, her group returned to their vehicles and saw a few officers touching here and there.


    Smiles formed on their faces as their expression weren''t different from when they first saw Aegis. Yes, every member knew Tang Ziyi called this armored truck as Aegis by now.


    Anyone having immense interest in weaponry and armor, couldn''t control themselves in the face of new technology. Like a fan chasing their favorite idols, touching their admired machine soothed the itches inside their heart.


    "Ahem!"


    Hearing Tang Ziyi''s cough, the officers looked embarrassed and apologized for their behavior. She didn''t mind at all. But she still had something to do.


    "Can I clean the blood and dirt inside our vehicles?" Tang Ziyi asked. After transporting the casualties, the bloodstains on the metal floor and seats, caused imperfection.


    The mixture of the smell from blood and gunpowder had tormented everyone riding Aegis. Not that they minded but they preferred more cleanliness when there was opportunity.


    "Of course, Ma''am." One of the officers replied. Not sure about Tang Ziyi''s rank, he simply said Madam. "You can use the water pipe we use to wash our cars in the garage."


    Under his lead, Tang Ziyi asked her subordinates to drive the two Aegis vehicles and expressed her gratitude.


    The officers shyly epted and left to continue their duties. The girls worked to wash away the bloodstain by spraying water.


    Currently, they only decided to use water instead of thoroughly washing the vehicles. They reckoned it was better to do so back in the manor.


    Tang Ziyi also agreed. The reason why she washed the stain now was it would be harder to remove when left and dried for a long time.


    In the process, no one removed their clothes, causing others who were looking at them to feel extremely hot. They had no idea, the special clothing had its own cooling system to tackle the problem.


    Even under extreme weather conditions, Tang Ziyi''s group wouldn''t suffer. While their subordinates were cleaning, Tang Ziyi, Su Ruomei, and Jiang Yu got together for a discussion, mostly, debriefing the prior event.


    Tang Ziyi pointed out some mistakes which should be improved and praised the team''s effort overall. She wasn''t going to be harsh on them, having only trained with her a few days.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu reported the efficiency and effectivenesspared to their past conventional methods.


    After hearing their voices, the other girls who were free at hand reported failures and suggestions on how to improve in the future.


    While the girls who were cleaning rolled their frustrated eyes at the group in discussion, they didn''t hide their snickers.


    Tang Ziyi shook her head at their lovely banter and asked about the equipment. There wasn''t a doubt concerning Aegis''s capability.


    It had been battle-tested. Able to ram the obstacles without sustaining damage. The engine power was superb and reliable.


    The AI system and 360-degree monitoring system facilitated the drivers, who admitted the system was one of the keys to passing through heavy traffic without any idents.


    As for the armor, since the gang only used small firearms, they couldn''t see its advantages. But Tang Ziyi''s testing results proved everything.


    However, as MRAPs, they must be able to withstand a specific mine and st explosions from all angles. To hide from the public and avoid drawing unnecessary attention, Tang Ziyi hadn''t tested this aspect.


    Only simtions estimated Aegis''s tolerance and strength. But simtion was merely gueestimation and it was never 100 percent reliable in reality.


    "How about your weapons and these kits?" Tang Ziyi desired to know their opinions.


    All of the girls admitted, the clothing wasfortable and they liked it. Tang Ziyi nodded her head until she saw two of them raise their hands.


    Gesturing them to say, Tang Ziyi was interested. But what they said next caused Tang Ziyi to frown and draw gasps from others.


    Su Ruomei''s expression paled and almost lost herposure. She couldn''t bear to imagine what if the clothes failed. Jiang Yu patted her chest several times in relief.


    The two girls confessed they were lucky to not suffer any damage after bullets hit them. One was hit on the shoulder; the other received an impact on the knee.


    They showed the area they were hit. Sure enough, there were burnt spots. After everyone inquired about their body state, nothing urred except for some tissue soreness.


    Even though Tang Ziyi provided armored clothing and thought in advance to prepare anything, she never expected her subordinates to get hit.


    If not for her preparedness, she might have to kneel down before Ling Qingyu and exin her guilt. Despite not fully her fault, she failed to take care of her sister-like subordinates.


    "Why didn''t you tell us?" Tang Ziyi asked in anger.


    "Ah! Instructor, I don''t even know if I was hit at that time. More like someone pushed my shoulder and you know during the chaos¡­" One of them shrugged her shoulder, quickly replying.


    "Me too. I thought I ran too much and hit my cover. Until I remember just now our clothing has a protection level too. And both of us looked at the spot and discovered these."


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu were thankful for Tang Ziyi''s foresight to bring out these high-tier inventions. It proved battlefield was dangerous for anybody.

 Chapter 154: Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning followed Tang Ziyi

    Tang Ziyi put her hands on her waist, staring at the two girls who nced innocently at her, and sighed heavily. Even with superb tactics and fire suppression, the gangnded shots at her two girls.


    Shemented whether these two girls'' luck was so low. Su Ruomei, on the other hand, studied their body thoroughly and asked frequently for their well-being, until stopped by Jiang Yu for her overreaction.


    At least, their clothes had proven they could easily withstand pistol rounds as promised by Tang Ziyi. For higher caliber, despite Tang Ziyi''s test results, no one was certain.


    Because, being able to resist didn''t mean no damage to the body. If a stronger bullet was stopped, its momentum still would travel through a medium and bring damage.


    Whether human bodies inside these clothes sustain no damages remained unseen. Tang Ziyi also didn''t know for sure but she trusted Athena''s simtion results.


    However, the rest of the girls surged in confidence, after understanding they were well-protected. Now if their groups dered they were the second safest and most protected mercenary squad, no one dared to rank first.


    After the fright for theirrades'' body state dissipated, someone mentioned the topic of deadchecking and Tang Ziyi was stunned.


    Of course, she wasn''t dumb or outdated enough not to understand what deadchecking meant ording to her subordinates'' voices.


    Although she couldn''t see everyone''s face clearly, she sensed their facial expressions twitching and collectively looking at the culprit, who was obviously gazing at heaven.


    "Come now, no one is ming you, as long as it isn''t recorded." Tang Ziyi said after a pause. She didn''t me her cute subordinate''s action. Instead, she supported such acts, prioritizing the team''s security above all else.


    Finally, Tang Ziyi concluded the debrief, stating it would sometimes be better for them to volunteer instead of having amander to ry orders always. Regarding this issue, Su Ruomei showed helplessness.


    The military training in Country C focused on obeying orders from the superiors and the doctrine was too stiff. That was the reason, Tang Ziyi encouraged her subordinates instead of chiding them.


    Su Ruomeipletelyprehended Tang Ziyi''s words and had to exin to the others who exhibited confusion.


    Despite Tang Ziyi dering red in front of Ling Qingyu, she always preferred doctrines from the other side, with a reason.


    Frankly, when Ling Qingyu wanted to mention corruption, boiling in her country''s system, Tang Ziyi nearlyshed out with her arguments but controlled herself so as not to waste time.


    Yes, petty corruption was moremon but elite corruption always existed, no matter which system. The West even had a legal basis to cut off the fund money into their pockets.


    As long as there were humans, corruption couldn''t stop. Greed was the inherent evil factor, usually exploited when rights came into their fingers.


    So was the situation in Province N and Country C. Even if the country no longer became red like hers back in her world, it existed, especially when the doctrine didn''t change much.


    Well, that was rted to corruption. In terms of the military, Tang Ziyi could see her subordinates were getting used to obeying orders and didn''t think at all.


    It wasn''t a problem but an advantage for amander, not having to waste time, persuading the subordinates.


    But if one really got into real battlefield, amander couldn''t handle everything and that was when the subordinates who had brainse to share burdens came into y.


    Otherwise, when amander must handle personally on every basis, everything revolves around him or her.


    Once themander was gone, the whole system broke and became unusable for a while. Not to mention, the process was proven to be ineffective.


    Seeing Su Ruomei exin her words to the rest of the girls, Tang Ziyi nodded inwardly. Different from others, Su Ruomei came from an elite military family and had more ess to vital knowledge.


    Her exnation and her prestige facilitated Tang Ziyi''s energy. Perhaps because she was also discharged as an officer,pared to other girls, and had ess to more education, the thinking level was different.


    Tang Ziyi didn''t mind because she had time to make them all educated soldiers. Hmm educated guards should be the correct term.


    But based on Ling Qingyu''s weirdness, it wouldn''t be long before they became soldiers again. Amidst ongoing discussion among the girls, Tang Ziyi heard footsteps and looked over.


    She saw Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning walking over. She nced at the watch on her wrist and noticed time passed very fast.


    The two had likely finished their duties and had time to converse with her for future cooperation.


    "I heard a fierce discussion from a distance. Hope I didn''t disturb your work." Yang Qingyue said with a smile, joining in without problems.


    Seeing Tang Ziyi''s group was made of girls, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning had no trouble blending in and quickly got familiar with each other.


    "Let us formally introduce ourselves. I''m Yang Qingyue, now currently an acting police chief," Yang Qingyue patted her chest as she spoke. "This is my friend from the Capital¡­"


    "I''m Cai Ning, support my friend in need." Cai Ning cut in, interrupting Yang Qingyue from delving more about herself.


    Her action was immediately noticed by Tang Ziyi and her group but no one said a word about it.


    "Nice to meet you, two. I''m sure, your names will resound across the entire Province N from today onward." Tang Ziyi replied.


    Yang Qingyue chuckled at her remarks. Surely, because of the public opinion warfare waged between Ling Qingyue and her opponents, her name should be well-known among the public.


    "Not me though," Cai Ning raised her hands.


    "Well, we''re not introducing ourselves yet for now. Once we reach our area, we''ll say it to you." Tang Ziyi said. "So, everything''s okay on your part?"


    "Yep. Everything has been ounted for. Someone will take care of the rest. Besides, I''m sure if something happens, you''ll easily patch me through to work out the situation." Yang Qingyue meant Tang Ziyi''s hacking ability.


    Yang Qingyue added: "And the district police stations are taking care of the aftermath. I''m sure no one dares to cross us at the moment."


    "How about you visit our ce? There are many stuff to talk about and work out." Tang Ziyi invited.


    The rest watched as Tang Ziyi spoke with the two police officials. Only, Su Ruomei understood what Tang Ziyi was up to but in terms of politics and rtionship, it wasn''t wrong to say her eyes were blind.


    After hearing Tang Ziyi''s words, Yang Qingyue nced at Cai Ning for an answer. Seeing her friend give her an imperceptible nod, Yang Qingyue agreed to Tang Ziyi''s invitation.


    "Good idea, but I must go and see my subordinates in the hospital first. I''ll tack along with you afterward." Yang Qingyue told her n.


    "It''s alright. We can wait but are you driving by yourselves?" Tang Ziyi asked.


    "Well, we can''t fly right." Yang Qingyue replied sarcastically while Cai Ning was in deep thought, hearing Tang Ziyi''s inquiry¡ªit must be by no means wasting time asking this question.


    "Why do you ask though?" Cai Ning''s question attracted Tang Ziyi''s affirmation. This woman wasn''t simple and she must check her out, Tang Ziyi thought to herself.


    "In rtion to the police chief''s action and the current vtile circumstances, I advised against your movement. Something could happen anytime." Tang Ziyi gave a warning.


    Cai Ning narrowed her eyes. Yang Qingyue was awestruck and realized her situation was indeed precarious. Even though she won, it was only if she was alive.


    A feud between life and death had formed. There wasn''t any impossibility to reach out to assassination. Tang Ziyi''s reminder was very timely.


    Cai Ning appreciated the mysterious woman''s thoughtfulness and asked: "So, what''s the n then."


    "Simple, we can escort you inside one of our vehicles." Tang Ziyi patted the metallic wall of Aegis and grinned. "I''m sure, you also want to investigate this beast. Two birds one stone."

 Chapter 155: Tang Ziyi slowly unveils

    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning nodded to express their agreement with Tang Ziyi''s idea. Two Aegis vehicles quickly departed the station afterward and the destination was to the hospital where injured officers were under treatment.


    Sitting inside the armored truck, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning looked around in relish. They sat behind Tang Ziyi''s seat and were the closest to the consoles.


    Sophisticated buttons and soundsing out of the vehicle system blinded their eyes. They became a new group of viges visiting the city area for the first time.


    As soon as the vehicles left the station, Tang Ziyi saw the stylish seat and architecture inside had intrigued two new visitors and began to exin thoroughly.


    Specifications and the vehicle''s function popped the eyes out of Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning. They knew the vehicles were too big for SWAT but to hear that it could excel well in military usages, astounded should be an understatement.


    The modern ingenuity ofbining AI technology with vehicle automated system plus 360 awareness, impressed their eyes.


    It wasn''t something new but to modify the vehicles to an upgraded technology was also an eye-opener.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning listened to Tang Ziyi''s narration, patiently and asked what they didn''t understand straightaway. Tang Ziyi didn''t mind their inquisitive behaviors.


    The rest of the girls inside Tang Ziyi''s Aegis also participated in listening for more details, because what Tang Ziyi was speaking supplemented the details they learned not long ago.


    Su Ruomei, Jiang Yu, and the girls in the vehicle following Tang Ziyi''s didn''t have the opportunity. Not that it mattered to them since there were manuals, loaded in the trucks.


    Tang Ziyi didn''t know whether her rification was understood by the two new visitors but seeing them nodded and eyes twinkling in appreciation, she felt satisfied as someone who took part in Aegis production.


    Perhaps Yang Qingyue didn''t know much about armored vehicles but Cai Ning realized she had never seen Aegis before and decided to inquire the reason.


    "The data looks promising, but howe I have never known about Aegis?" Cai Ning''s words also caused Yang Qingyue a moment of stupor and she nodded her head, her eyes eager for exnation.


    Tang Ziyi smiled inwardly as the fish had taken the bait. Her expression hidden under the special attire. Frankly, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning had high desires to unveil who were behind the masks, particrly Tang Ziyi.


    "Of course, you haven''t because we produce it ourselves." Her calm words echoed like thunder in the ears of Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning, ttering their minds to scary thoughts.


    "Can you say that again?" Cai Ning thought she heard wrong. Tang Ziyi sighed and repeated.


    The two police officials exchanged nces, their eyesmunicating in silence. They even wondered whether they cooperated with the wolves after driving out the tiger.


    "Okay, stop gesturing in front of us. Don''t make extreme judgments until you have deeper contact with us, please." Tang Ziyi interrupted their thoughts. As someone older and experienced in judging people, she knew what their concerns were.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning expressed apologies, which Tang Ziyi and the rest of the girls epted calmly andforted the two policewomen.


    "How do you girls do it? It''s not easy to gather materials to produce this beast, without attracting attention." Cai Ning changed the topic.


    "We have our own connections and a strategic level scientist. You''ll know soon when we cooperate." Tang Ziyi replied and chuckled after hearing Athena''s giggles from her spectacles after being praised.


    Tang Ziyi''s sinct answer didn''t add any information and Cai Ning knew she wasn''t going to obtain more.


    "Can I buy these for my station? I mean you know my station''s current situation¡ªI might need a new SWAT team afterward. Not to mention my cars are all scrapped in the ambushes." Yang Qingyue sighed as she sometimes regretted her impulsive decision.


    "Well, I''m not sure because we didn''t intend to sell it but you can discuss this issue with our boss." Tang Ziyi guessed Ling Qingyue''s aim but she avoided taking any oversteps.


    Tang Ziyi: "As for your cars, you don''t need to worry at all. Boss Ling, in fact, bought many vehicles to donate to your station once you take the chief post."


    Yang Qingyue was astonished and d at the same time. Her worries had now been solved without any effort. "How many?"


    After she asked, she heard fierce discussion from behind. "So, that''s why President Ling bought so many cars back then."


    "I thought it was one for each of us."


    "Keep dreaming. I think she supplied us sufficient transportation mode unlike other bosses."


    Yang Qingyue was dumbfounded. Their words proved Ling Qingyu wasn''t a bad leader; she considered more for her subordinates. That sounded reassuring to Yang Qingyue.


    "Girls, don''t worry, there''ll be a car for every individual." Tang Ziyi rolled her eyes as she said. Cheers erupted as they discussed their future in excitement. "Miss Yang, I think it''s around 50?"


    Tang Ziyi was unsure but her expression attracted wide eyes from Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning. The sheer number of cars Tang Ziyi said was already very helpful and hearing Tang Ziyi meant there could be more.


    In fact, being able to produce armored vehicles by oneself already suggested self-production in the automobile industry wasn''t a problem. Tang Ziyi''s words telling others everyone could own a car weren''t false.


    Yang Qingyue: "When will I see them?


    Tang Ziyi: "You''ll see them when you meet with President Ling. Don''t worry you''ll be satisfied with our cooperation terms."


    Yang Qingyue directed away and asked: "Do we need to modify the cars ourselves?"


    Tang Ziyi replied, "Nope, I havepleted everything. Bulletproof doors and ss. Some minor engine upgrades. It''s everything the same as done in Country A."


    Yang Qingyue was relieved hearing the cars were already modified, to the levelparable to Country A.


    As everyone knew, in terms of police fleet, Country A had huge love for vehicle modification and ranked first in the world. Even their vehicles were made differently from the civilian models sold out to the public.


    Of course, only Country A had such love that the police vehicles came exclusively from the same manufacturing brand¡ªa stronger chassis and frame.


    "Don''t tell me since you have these machines, the guns and kits are all produced by yourselves." Yang Qingyue meant as a joke but after hearing silence she eximed in disbelief. "Don''t tell me my joke is the truth."


    "I''m afraid so." Tang Ziyi shrugged.


    Yang Qingyue went speechless. ording to Tang Ziyi''s disy, it appeared they were very self-sufficient. Ling Qingyu had also strengthened the military aspect. What could stop this talented woman now?


    In business, she was superb and now her subordinates seemed impossible to be soft persimmons. Together, they transformed into an unstoppable team. All that shecked was a connection with the officials.


    Yang Qingyue pointed out after a pause. "Speaking of your weapons and equipment, you have to know, none of our SWAT wear ballistic visor on the helmet. How am I going to exin your group?"


    "It''s your responsibility. I know you have methods. Not to mention, your friend isn''t simple." Tang Ziyi replied nonchntly, trusting Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning wouldplete the task. "You can even create another specialized department to tackle more violent cases but it hasn''t begun its formation yet but the situation calls. Anyway, I doubt you have any problems."


    Tang Ziyi was convinced, that her example might work.


    The two policewomen gave each other helpless eyes, hearing Tang Ziyi''s description. Cai Ning spoke, scrutinizing Tang Ziyi''s subordinates. "You, girls, aren''t simple too."


    "Of course, they aren''t. They were discharged from the military and serve as Ling Qingyu''s security guards." Tang Ziyi answered Cai Ning''s doubt.


    Yang Qingyue muttered: "As expected. So, you are all veterans."


    The girls behind shook their heads as they answered. "It''s better to call us ex-military than veterans. Apart from some more training and longer service years, we''re no different from the recruit."


    Cai Ning replied: "Please stop being modest. No simple recruit could solve our previous firefights. You''re all very capable in our eyes."


    Yang Qingyue also supported from the sidelines. After a while, their interest was drawn toward Tang Ziyi, who could feel the gaze behind her back.


    "Only if Miss Cai talks about her identity, I''ll say." Tang Ziyi said. The girls were also intrigued by Tang Ziyi''s identity, even though their Sister Su acknowledged Tang Ziyi as their instructor. Her background remained unclear.

 Chapter 156: Why not work for me?

    "Why are you so persistent in knowing about my friend?" Yang Qingyue asked, rolling her eyes.


    "I don''t want to waste my time hacking her info." Tang Ziyi lied without a breath. Hmm, technically, she didn''t lie because Athena showed the data on the screen after she spoke.


    It wasn''t her hand anyway. She couldn''t hack within this short period of time like a celestial supeputer.


    "I''m from MSS." Cai Ning said in resignation. Her interest piqued more on knowing who Tang Ziyi was.


    "MSS!" Exmations and gasps of air uttered from behind.


    "We shouldn''t remove our mask in front of Madam Cai then."


    "Who knows whether our childhoods'' misbehavior might be dug out¡­Hehe."


    "Girls, have you removed any ck materials and deleted the source? And you, any videos remaining on your electronics."


    "Oi! Sister, why your mind is unclean? Don''t think everyone is like yours?"


    "Haha!" x n.


    Cai Ning shook her head, amused at their childish words.


    The infamous intelligence agency wasn''t appreciated much by the public. But Tang Ziyi''s girls didn''t mind. They reckoned Cai Ning didn''t appear to be such a person, willing to dig into their identities, except for Tang Ziyi.


    "Not anymore soon." Yang Qingyue interrupted as she teased and patted her friend''s shoulder, receiving a side-eye. "My mother is going to transfer her to work under me soon."


    Chuckles appeared. The group got two messages from Yang Qingyue. These two policewomen were close friends and Yang Qingyue''s background was huge.


    Not that it mattered to their work. Tang Ziyi took out her phone and gave it to Yang Qingyue over her shoulder. "You can look through my CVs on the phone; I''ve written my experience and line of work."


    Yang Qingyue epted the phone dubiously and scanned the words on the screen. After reading for a while, her eyes widened as she gestured Cai Ning onto the screen.


    Cai Ning expressed simrly. The two were shocked. Although they expected Tang Ziyi to possess sufficient experience and abilities, they discovered they had instead underestimated her.


    Watching those shiny words, describing her excellence and merits, they had no words. Tang Ziyi worked for a very long time as a mercenary, more dangerous than being a soldier in their opinion.


    Look at the experience and skill set levels.


    The phone in Cai Ning''s hand was robbed away by the rest of the girls, who covered their mouths and screeched in silence. Admiration almost flew out of their eyes as they nced at Tang Ziyi repeatedly.


    Noticing the weird silence, Tang Ziyi turned her head around and wrinkled her eyebrows. "Alright, girls. If you finished watching it, give it back to me. I''m not some animal in a zoo to satisfy your eyes."


    Upon receiving the phone, Tang Ziyi felt a pat and asked Yang Qingyue: "What''s the matter?"


    "Hmm, do you mind working for me? To train my subordinates in terms of military tactics." Yang Qingyue asked. Yes, she intended to rob General Tang out of Ling Qingyu''s hands, despite her chance of sess very low.


    Tang Ziyiughed out and shook her head. "You should have talked to me quietly. Why didn''t you talk that out loud in front of my subordinates? If I agree what will they see me as."


    Of course, Tang Ziyi was merely kidding around. It was never for a sry she worked for Ling Qingyu. There were reasons and even Ling Qingyu wasn''t aware of them. Only Xiao Yue, whose situation was simr to her, knew.


    Tang Ziyi added after a while: "You don''t need to worry about instructing your officers because when I''m free I''m willing to volunteer with my group of girls. So, don''t worry. Not to mention, our cooperation might revolve around this topic. You''ll find outter. I''m not gonna spoil you two."


    ...¡­.


    Spirit Beauty & Clothing Co.Ltd..


    In a president''s office.


    While Tang Ziyi was having a good conversation with Yang Qingyue''s and Cai Ning''s duo, Ling Qingyu contemted several impacts of today''s event.


    When she was utilizing brain power, Tang Ziyi flirted with Yang Qingyue; if the poor Ling Qingyu found out about it, she might explode in anger.


    You already had Xiao Yue and you weren''t satisfied yet. That would be her exact outburst.


    In fact, she was directing her attention elsewhere, because from the corner of her eyes seeing Xiao Yue enjoy her secretary''s knee pillow which she never had, Ling Qingyu almost took action and robbed Xiao Yue''s ce.


    A phone call disturbed her thoughts again. Why even jealously very hard to express these days?


    Another unknown number and she answered the call. It was Wang Xiuying who expressed her gratitude and worries, fearing if she made a burden for Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu, who was initially bbergasted, understood Wang Xiuying''s inner thoughts andforted the young woman''s insecurity.


    Whether it was hers or the others, one way or another, Ling Qingyu would fight against these organized crime groups and corrupted officials.


    The journey to greatness couldn''t be achieved without a battle. After cating several times, she wasn''t a big problem, Ling Qingyu hung up the call.


    Wang Xiuying''s call reminded one of the issues. She almost forgot a crucial opportunity to expand her business.


    Once news about the arrest of the staff and the son of the instant noodlespany made headlines, theirpany''s stock would drop surely.


    Not mentioning if Ling Qingyu desired, she could plummet the entire worth value remaining in thepany, and lower the cost for her to buy thepany.


    It wasn''t bad for her to start dealing with the food sector too. Although the product was ready-made and earned very little, the sales were in arger spectrum.


    As her ideas beamed, Ling Qingyu was about to speak when she saw the sight of Zhao Xiurongforting Xiao Yue again.


    You''re a mature man. Don''tpare with others. You can''t win either way. Ling Qingyu told herself.


    Perhaps thest sentence worked when Ling Qingyu remembered the day Xiao Yue held her underneath and smacked her butt mercilessly.


    "Sister Zhao." Ling Qingyu called her secretary.


    "Hmm!" Zhao Xiurong muttered back.


    "You know about Wang Xiuying''s trio workce." Ling Qingyu continued seeing her head nod. "Those arrested on the TVs are from the three girls''pany."


    Ling Qingyu paused. As someone who excelled in her job and understood Ling Qingyu, Zhao Xiurong knew the next steps. "What do you want me to do?"


    "As usual. Add rumors, buy it, and sell it again to devalue the price and when it neared bankruptcy, we own thepany. For the funds, I believe the revenue from ourpany can handle it."


    Zhao Xiurong smoothened out and gently let Xiao Yue continue her sleep. Afterward, she sat down close to Ling Qingyu and asked. "Do we need to call ourwyers?"


    "Nope. There won''t be any legal issues against my move. But do notify him of my action." Ling Qingyu rubbed her forehead as she thought about her troublesome personalwyers.


    Although he was still overseas, his partner had been taking care of most of Ling Qingyu''s cases. The problem wasn''t this. It''s just, Ling Qingyu sighed.


    "Understood, Sister Ling. Anything else?" Zhao Xiurong waited for additional tasks.


    "I almost forgot. Carry out due diligence; I need every intel: cashflow, financial statements, and any publicly announced data on my desk before we have lunch. Can you do that, Sister Zhao?" Ling Qingyu nced at her secretary.


    "No problem. I''ll be on it right now." Zhao Xiurong replied with a smile and left the room.


    "And if you can that includes your detailed analysis on financial health, assets, liabilities, and potential for growth too." Ling Qingyu reminded from a far.


    Zhao Xiurong waved her hand as she closed the doors. Ling Qingyu curled her lips as she noticed Sister Zhao getting more and more familiar with her, which was what she always wanted.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu could summon Athena for the task but an eyesore before her caused her to drive away Zhao Xiurong to work. Xiao Yue rolled her eyes silently at the moment and continued her nap.


    Some might point out Ling Qingyu''s action was hical, highly disregarding employees and shareholders of the targetpany, including some investors.


    ying with other people''s minds was a debatable fact concerning with ethics, especially manipting people as Ling Qingyu intended to.


    But in this world, everyone maniptes others to an extent based on their needs and wants. Even the social interactions weren''t spared from manipting one another.

 Chapter 157: Ethics in business

    It was the truth as a well-known businesswoman, she needed to consider the ethical implications of her actions. The damage to her reputation might hurt her in the long run.


    But that was a big if. She merely fanned the mes in this situation. She didn''t distort facts or makeup rumors.


    Byw in Province N, Ling Qingyu''s n to manipte stock price and other actions to devalue it, was in a grey area, because it harmed innocent investors and damaged the integrity of financial markets.


    As a great man once said, rules were meant to be broken and only the strong made the rule, Ling Qingyu didn''t have any fear.


    It was almost an unspoken rule within the business world where one threw dirt at another. What was more¡ªLing Qingyu was only telling a hidden truth.


    Some arrested criminals were indeed from this instant noodle productionpany, including the son of the chairman cooperating with the son of police chief.


    The simr birds flew along the same wind direction. As a father, he was totally unqualified to train such a scum-like person to society. Or he could already have the same feathers.


    Concerning the employees'' affairs, Ling Qingyu didn''t put them into the equation. It wasn''t her ruthlessness which prompted this decision.


    It was the very existence of Wang Xiuying''s trio, whose stories reflected the characters and conditions of the staff members of thepany.


    A ce where ttery and nepotism practice surged; Ling Qingyu sought to remove these tumors after her corporate takeover.


    What if there were any innocent bystanders? In Ling Qingyu''s definition of innocence, someone who saw unfairness but took no action nor appropriate measures while continuing to work didn''t deserve her consideration.


    Even though Wang Xiuying was the only one who suffered and unrted to Ling Qingyu, she would avenge the young woman since she took them in and assumed the responsibility.


    To Ling Qingyu''s eyes, none of the workers there were innocent, turning a blind eye to the mishaps about to ur and some even participating in the process.


    Thoroughly washing the filth away and recruiting new blood might be a better idea. Ling Qingyu''s corporate takeover could also be her vengeance for Wang Xiuying''s trio.


    Wang Xiuying and her two little girls might provide indispensable help during her takeover and future n in this particr industry. Who knew?


    Ling Qingyu''s opportune move wasn''t a sudden decision. Since possessing the system, Ling Qingyu desired to own aplete set of corporate chains, so that she could achieve some independence from other parties.


    This time, her investment direction went on in the food production and manufacturing industry. Province N had huge unowned fertilends, which could be leased from the government.


    Though in Country C, Province N wasn''t known for primary sector supplies, it mustn''t be underestimated. Numerous goldsy hidden for any agriculturepany.


    The only downside was the instability and chaos which repelled many investors. But Ling Qingyu could swim like a fish in those muddy water soon.


    The step-by-step approach was to ensure fewerpetitions rose against her. As a young sessful entrepreneur, Ling Qingyu''s every move in business was monitored by several parties.


    Nibbing away the instant noodlespany might hide the real agenda, disillusioning the other parties that she was merely sniping away some chips to make money instead of investing in a newpany.


    Plus, thispany already had its chained linkages essential for growth in the agriculture sector, helpful in her future journey.


    While many underestimated food sectors and looked down on them, Ling Qingyu was theplete opposite.


    She knew for a fact that on the richest lists, foodpanies were in a high rank. Food was a necessity and enjoyment, serving different people in several tiers.


    She sought to be number one in Province N and erged her wealth. Naturally, that was still in her dream.


    Knock. Knock.


    Ling Qingyu''s thought was interrupted again. "Come in."


    It was Zhao Xiurong who came in with papers and handed them over to her on the desk.


    "What''s this?" Ling Qingyu asked stroking the bridge of her nose.


    "Due diligence." Zhao Xiurong''s answer surprised Ling Qingyu, whose mouth opened in disbelief.


    "Sister Zhao, you never cease to amaze me with your skills." Ling Qingyu praised genuinely. She thought it would take longer.


    "Thanks." Zhao Xiurong sat down, waiting to answer any questions, Ling Qingyu would shoot.


    Comparing with Athena''s data from the spectacle''s AR vision, Ling Qingyu was impressed at Zhao Xiurong''s investigation skills.


    There was also her analysis and estimates, based on her judgments, excelling Athena''s works. "Mom, I''ll do better next time. I promise."


    "It''s ok. You''re doing good. Study more." Ling Qingyu muttered.


    "I''m sorry, Sister Ling. What do you say just now?" Zhao Xiurong asked.


    "Oh! Nothing. I''m just praising your work." Noticing her gaffe, Ling Qingyu immediately fixed the words.


    "En. I''m still far away from you." Zhao Xiurong ttered and received Ling Qingyu''s rolling eyes.


    Ling Qingyu continued studying the information Zhao Xiurong gave and discussed it with her secretary afterward.


    She saw the limitations in financing corporate takeover as the revenue although sufficient might strain the energy.


    She didn''t pay attention to finance unlike Zhao Xiurong heeding her to focus on because the most ample belonging to her was wealth, the least of her worries.


    Mentioning her future goals, Zhao Xiurong''s eyes brightened after understanding Ling Qingyu wasn''t going to limit her industry solely to fashion clothing and beauty products.


    The sole vision of striving in the food sector raced Zhao Xiurong''s heart as the two conversed, deciding the direction of their Spirit Corporation and its first step toward other industries.


    Nobody knew the genuine grand n for an empire began in a small office room. Back and forth, both contemted steering for a better path.


    When Ling Qingyu admitted she also liked to participate in electronics and software, Zhao Xiurong was dumbfounded. It was the easiest yet verypetitive.


    So, Zhao Xiurong advised against this. Unlike Zhao Xiurong''s worry aboutcking talents in those information technology fields¡ªsoftware and hardware, Ling Qingyu''s confidence came from her cheap daughter.


    Not long ago, she yed an amazing game created by Athena and experienced the benefits brought by the changes due to system software. With these enormous advantages, it was impossible for Athena''s ability toy low in the electronic sector.


    Who knew whether Ling Qingyu would enter chip manufacturing and hardware production in the future? Of course, that was a bit too stretched and Ling Qingyu knew she shouldn''t engulf a big pie, difficult to swallow.


    These would involve the military and policymakers, which Ling Qingyu''s reputation and strength had no way to deal with yet.


    Despite Zhao Xiurong''s suggestion to proceed meticulously and gradually, Ling Qingyu had affirmed her multiple strategic decisions. Food production, application and gaming, and increasing the current fashion area.


    Three-way approach. Zhao Xiurong had headaches, as her secretary to arrange the logistical affairs. Fortunately, someone would handle electronics and she was merely required for legal issues.


    Just from listening to Ling Qingyu''s ns, Zhao Xiurong found she underestimated Ling Qingyu''s ambition.


    Whether these would manifest, time will tell. For now, Zhao Xiurong would apany the journey and face many surprises.


    Even if simultaneous operations were deemed precarious for any businessperson vying for stability, Zhao Xiurong trusted Ling Qingyu''s capability.


    As someone who worked under Ling Qingyu and understood her mindset, it would be wrong to say Zhao Xiurong''s zealot confidence was blind. It was based on prior achievements Ling Qingyu had sought.

 Chapter 158: Strategies and openings

    "Mom, Aunt Tang''s nning to take Police Chief Yang Qingyue to our manor soon." Athena said.


    Ling Qingyu came out of the immersion, talking with Zhao Xiurong. Hearing Athena''s words, it showed their n was sessful and all the remained was her turn to seek cooperation with Yang Qingyue.


    Zhao Xiurong waited for her to speak, noticing her sudden stop in the conversation.


    "Excuse me. Somethinges to my mind." Ling Qingyu apologized.


    "It''s alright, President Ling. Hmm¡­ Let me add something too. We shouldn''t leave our fashion business without any upgrade in our venture. It''s our foundation." Zhao Xiurong gave a piece of good advice.


    Ling Qingyu nodded. "True. A firm foundation for future but I still don''t have any idea how to revive our business."


    Scratching her head, the beauty products and clothing sold by herpany seemed to do well ording to the data. But the market was highlypetitive.


    Without any edge on her products, she would soon be outmatched. Simply investing in newer designs wouldn''t work in the long run.


    The development of herpany became stagnated apart from some fresh design which might increase the customers'' likes. It would never grow into a behemoth anymore.


    Well, the fashion and clothing business was hard to be a behemoth in the first ce,pared to others.


    But as a product, solely aimed toward women and hadrger sales volume, revenue from clothing industries shouldn''t be underestimated.


    Women were the easiest creatures to drain money out from. A wise man once said, that as long as one aimed for children and women, seeking wealth was never a problem.


    In fact, the old Ling Qingyu had achieved a wonderful leap in business, utilizing everything in her hands. It could be said she brought the industry''s potential to its limit.


    Market research and product innovation were the methods she had used to steer her ''Spirit Beauty & Clothing'' to greatness.


    Every step found in the business books, Ling Qingyu had applied to herpany. Quality assurance to increase the trust and loyalty of her customers.


    Customer engagement where she delivered strategies such as a loyalty program for old customers.


    Thinking deeper, Ling Qingyu found ways to improve the revenue from clothing sales. Because herpany was founded not long ago, her current aim was to entrench more of its roots among the people.


    The clothing had served multiple people of various types. The name had been spread, notable in the ranking of the top 10 in Country C.


    What remained was the branding effect to differentiate and attract elite customers. Coboration with other parties was required to achieve this aim.


    Influencers, fashion designers, models, and artists were the focus of Ling Qingyu. Despite herpany''s sess, the current coborated target didn''t reach her expected level.


    Those famous people still scorned Ling Qingyu''spany''s products in their minds. Only those brands from overseas could enter their visions.


    They weren''t wrong but it seemed increasing fashion talents in herpany must be included in her n.


    Only after widely epted more by high-tier customers, would the follow-up n start to work. For now, a medium to low range of customers were satisfied with the products of Ling Qingyu''spany.


    To be frank, Ling Qingyu''s high ie came from the advantage of opening apany in Province N in Country C. The lowest tax rate plus the lower cost of hiring workers helped Ling Qingyu with more wealth to exploit this opportunity ie for better improvements.


    In terms of beauty products, due to importation from overseas, the quality and marketing seemed to have no problem, serving more as a beauty sale center.


    Except for a better connection with foreignpanies and drawing in more, Ling Qingyu couldn''t enhance this sector.


    In Country C, health-rted products, especially beauty medicines, manufactured locally weren''t famous for obvious reasons.


    The qualities weren''t up to a standard, losing trust in domestic products; they were more like a scam to most people.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes sparkled. Perhaps, if she obtained talents, she could venture into aboratory and research to create a new domestic product, meeting every standard. That might be the breakthrough required for this aspect.


    Consumers embraced eco-friendly, socially responsible, and highly prestigious brands. Provided that domestic products fit into categories, Ling Qingyu already foresaw dor signs in her eyes and the smell of cash wafting into her nostrils.


    Who wouldn''t support a domestic productpared to a foreign one if the quality matched? Ling Qingyuughed out loud inside.


    But her expression leaked outside, troubling Zhao Xiurong. She knew President Ling was drawing roads but she couldn''t bear to continue watching Ling Qingyu''s face turning creepy.


    "Sister Ling. Sister Ling." After calling several times to no avail, Zhao Xiurong pushed her body and ended Ling Qingyu''s stupor.


    "Alright, wait a second." Ling Qingyu replied and immediately typed out her n on her desktop. It was in a rough format, which she would organizeter in the future.


    The tter of keyboards drew Zhao Xiurong''s concentration, as she waited patiently. After having written everything in her mind and recorded important points, Ling Qingyu stretched herself and moaned.


    "I almost forgot. Since you''ve watched the chaos on the TV, what do you think will happen next?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "It''s definitely not safe to be in Province N. I suspect these gangs would stay low for now or more crisis." Zhao Xiurong talked about her opinion.


    Ling Qingyu nodded and spoke after a while. "Since it''s not safe, why don''t I give my employees 3 days paid leave?"


    Zhao Xiurong was surprised by Ling Qingyu''s decision. 3 days of paid leave might not seem like a lot, but the workload increased and the schedules falling behind were immeasurable.


    Although she understood Ling Qingyu''s kindness, Zhao Xiurong disagreed a little and advised. "Why not let them work at home on some tasks through theirputers connected to the Inte?"


    Even though her secretary didn''t state directly, who was Ling Qingyu. She agreed with the idea: "Your idea is not bad. We could use technology to our advantage."


    Ling Qingyu was shouting OMG at Zhao Xiurong''s idea. Although office work practice hadn''t beenpletely digitalized to workpletely away from a distance, it was possible.


    Why not? Back in Ling Qingyu''s previous world, when the most contagious disease spread and people were powerless against infections, the economy was on the brink of destruction.


    Finally, it turned out humans must continue working to avoid civilization copse and venture into new styles of living.


    Online working. Having a distance yet close in work, people adapted to the new ways and saved the world''s economy. It had been test-proven.


    During the pandemic, how many people worked through the screen, without touching each other? She was one of them who had struggled to survive and knew the usibility.

 Chapter 159: Zhao Xiurong planned to move out soon

    Ling Qingyu took a piece of paper out and wrote down a thorough n for the three days, she would give leave to her employees.


    "Can I have a look too?" After hearing Ling Qingyu''s agreement, Zhao Xiurong leaned over to nce at what she wrote.


    Lists of procedures and so on. As she kept looking, she gulped and eyed suspiciously at her boss. Just her simple words transformed into aplex n.


    Ling Qingyu exined the lists on the paper to Zhao Xiurong afterward, solving all the dy problems that might arise due to giving leave to her subordinates.


    Even if the staff went home, they couldplete a portion of the tasks to avoid causing any dys. As for releasing these tasks, she asked Zhao Xiurong to arrange the department heads to their workers.


    The top-down approach was simple and fast. Zhao Xiurong stared at Ling Qingyu with wide eyes. "Sometimes, I wonder whether it is really my idea or yours that begins everything." Zhao Xiurong said depressed.


    Ling Qingyu covered her mouth andughed. "I got inspiration from you. But then, it bes like no leave. How do we call this?"


    Ling Qingyu scratched her hair as she realized, that delivering tasks online as leave might receive troubles in the future. She mustn''t be careless.


    Zhao Xiurong also thought alongside and tried: "How about we call this activity¡ªwork from home?"


    "Sounds good to me. Why don''t we do this activity, three days every month? At least, my employee can stay at home and spend a lovely time with families." Ling Qingyu brightened her face.


    Zhao Xiurong was bbergasted. This must be the first time to see the most humanized capitalist in history. She had no clue whether this activity might bring advantages or disadvantages to thepany''s productive workload.


    This activity leaned toward worker''s benefit in her opinion and should increase the staff synergy, leading to better productivity in theory.


    Less burnout and more creativity among the workers. The disadvantage, from Zhao Xiurong''s perspective, was too radical.


    So, in order to avoid, dampening Ling Qingyu''s enthusiasm, Zhao Xiurong waited until Ling QIngyu finished picturing a warm atmosphere for her worker and replied. "Sister Ling. You''re the best boss, just for having this consideration. Why don''t we try this activity before we discuss this further? I might need to adjust the department and test its reliability."


    Ling Qingyu bobbed her head up and down. She also thought her idea was too abrupt. Without detailed organization, what if her workers found a way to exploit and dy thepany''s affairs in the future?


    "Go ahead. Sister Zhao. For now, arrange the ns and ask the staff to leave after 1 pm. Arrange the tasks only for two days after today. Just consider this evening as a paid leave. Oh!


    I almost forgot, don''t forget of our n for the instant noodlepany."


    "Sure, Sister Ling." Zhao Xiurong got up and went to conduct the task along with others in her secretary department.


    Ling Qingyu continued polishing her future business empire ns, furiously cracking the keyboards. In contrast, Xiao Yue muttered aliennguages as she rolled around on the sofas, causing Ling Qingyu to click her tongue.


    As soon as Athena informed Tang Ziyi''s team was safe and sound, Xiao Yue copsed like a bug in summer. Why summer? Ling Qingyu didn''t know. But she felt the description fit well.


    Being a chairman, CEO, and president seemed not easy. Ling Qingyu couldn''t fathom how the old Ling Qingyu managed to survive. Even if she had begun to delegate some work to Zhao Xiurong, her head felt full.


    While Ling Qingyu read the statistics of stocks, she searched for corporate takeover and did calctions with her pen, she heard apuses and screams of joy from outside.


    When her eyesnded on the doors, it wasn''t fully closed. So, that''s why. She was initially dubious as to why her soundproof room received the noises.


    It appeared Zhao Xiurong wasn''t as calm as her expression showed on the surface. To thr point, her secretary became careless in her actions.


    Ling Qingyu walked up and closed the doors shut, isting the sound. Only the harsh air blown from the aircondition and her heels uttered across the room.


    After several considerations, Zhao Xiurong disying this level ofposure already excelled many. Realizing many heart-shattering events urred today, Ling Qingyu couldn''t me her secretary, nor would she ever though.


    But her subordinates would always be as they should be. Always happy when they didn''t need to work hard and receive payment.


    Employee benefits should also be on her agenda as the business grew to retain the workers from leaving. Although in Province N, herpany was the most humane, it wouldn''t be long before her contribution along with Yang Qingyue''s administration would also change the status quo.


    Many would soon flock to invest as soon as the security was guaranteed. Investors searched for ces like Province N but without chaos. Low tax rate and sry expenses.


    People searched for the most advantageous location and Ling Qingyu knew this. During this period, she should also beware of her talented workers from swimming away and n ahead.


    For now, she had lots of time to prepare. Ling Qingyu threw these thoughts away and worked on the daily task.


    Time passed quickly until Zhao Xiurong knocked on her door again, Ling Qingyu realized it was almost 1 p.m.


    Her stomach growled. Since Ling Qingyu decided to return early, she called Lin Xiao so that she would have lunch back home.


    "Come in." Ling Qingyu stood up from her desk and walked toward the ss table to have a cup of water.


    Aftering in, Zhao Xiurong immediately asked: "Is it okay for me and my mother to stay at your manor tonight?"


    Ling Qingyu choked, coughing out as she covered her lips with her wrist. The other hand still holding the cup.


    Zhao Xiurong patted her back and relieved Ling Qingyu''s pain. "It appears our President Ling, doesn''t wee my presence."


    "Of course, not¡­ahem." Ling Qingyu retorted, coughing a little. "I''m just a little excited about living together. My Mom and Aunt Denise would dly wee your mother and have herpany."


    Zhao Xiurong smiled. She knew her mother lived alone when she worked and chatted with the neighbor, but the rtionship was nowhere as close when she talked with Ling Qingyu''s elders.


    "Since only the two women reside in our house, it isn''t safe. So, I thought why don''t my mother and I move out? Stay at your manor before residing in the vi beside yours after we move the stuffter."

 Chapter 160: Finally, I can drive

    Spirit Beauty & Clothing Co.Ltd. The underground parking lot.


    Ling Qingyu exited the elevator, followed by Zhao Xiurong and Xiao Yue. After Secretary Zhao requested her help to bring Zhao Xiurong''s mother to her manor, Ling Qingyu agreed.


    She understood Zhao Xiurong was frightened by today''s mess and worried about the olddy back home.


    Xiao Yue was woken up by her personally. Despite the initial sleepiness, when Ling Qingyu told her, they were going back to the manor, she became energetic.


    Looking at the watch on her wrist, it was already over 1 p.m. Ling Qingyu had sent away her employees.


    There was no one left except for her guards, who were performing security checks room after room before leaving.


    Waiting for them to group at the parking lot before leaving thepany, Ling Qingyu walked toward her supposedly modified Bentley.


    She had no idea if this Bentley driving toward herpany, autonomously was seen by anyone. Even though the windows were tinted, the inside could still be seen if one looked closely.


    She didn''t want any photos or posts about her vehicle bing a ghost car, while shemented the technology brought out by Tang Ziyi and Athena.


    She found no change despite the modification, except for feeling sturdier. Perhaps, that should be attributed to her psychology.


    Zhao Xiurong spoke from the side: "Still Bentley and ck?"


    "Always." Ling Qingyu answered.


    "I''ll go get my car." When Zhao Xiurong was about to go to her Bugatti, Ling Qingyu stopped her.


    "Why don''t you leave it to my guard to drive your sports car and ride mine instead?" Ling Qingyu suggested.


    "Well, let''s go with your idea." Zhao Xiurong replied.


    "You can put your mother in my car too and have a conversation along with the way."


    "What about me? Am I driving the same Cadic?" Xiao Yue asked.


    "Sister Tang is driving back to the manor. So, you''ll be driving her car then. By the way, are you okay with driving with your prior sleepiness?" Ling Qingyu saw Xiao Yue nod.


    "Don''t worry, Sister Ling. This car''s AI has been modified." Xiao Yue smiled and entered the vehicle.


    Through the ss, Ling Qingyu shook her head, seeing her sleep on the seat, spending precious time in a dream. Let her be; anyway, her guards hadn''t arrived yet.


    Since Tang Ziyi took away the elite seniors, the guards left behind were struggling and wasting efficiency. Knowing it was their first-day job, Ling Qingyu was patient.


    In fact, the poor female guards were also rushing. On the first day of work, the seniors who were supposed to guide them disappeared, leaving everything based on their ability.


    Only more than 15 minutester, they finished their task and arrived at the parking lot. Ling Qingyu and Zhao Xiurong remained standing, waiting for their presence.


    Their smiles almost cracked as they understood they had dyed the time and quickly apologized.


    They really made a ''marvelous'' first impression before their boss. Nothing could save them except an apology.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t say anything and nodded. Admonishing them wasn''t necessary. From their expression, Ling Qingyu knew they would never make a mistake.


    Plus, without seniors, some might get lost and confused. Ling Qingyu knocked on the driver''s window of the Cadic, waking Xiao Yue up.


    She gestured toward the female guards and Xiao Yue understood. She exited the car and exined.


    While Xiao Yue talked with her teammates, Zhao Xiurong gave her Bugatti keys to one of the guards to tack along.


    Ling Qingyu strode toward her Bentley and opened the door. Damn, it was heavier. She could even roughly measure the thickness.


    Taking a driver''s seat for the first time, Ling Qingyu almost teared up. How many attempts had she made and was stopped by Lily Ma bastard?


    Groping around the steering wheel and feeling the leather surface, Ling Qingyu knocked the textures with her knuckles.


    The smell of luxury sieved everywhere. Pushing the ignition button, Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue in satisfaction, listening to the engine cry.


    She hadn''t tested out numerous functions, belonging to the car to rank in a luxury ss. Like a country bumpkin, she was about to press some buttons before Athena''s voice stopped her.


    "Hello, Mom. It''s Athena at your service." A girlish cheer resounded in the car, along with some dazzling lighting effects.


    Ling Qingyu realized Athena wasmunicating with her from the vehicle''s TV. She saw Athena, wearing a white chauffeur suit, leaning with her elbows over the Bentley''s hood with one of her legs raised behind.


    "Oh! So, my daughter can drive a car." Ling Qingyu praised.


    "Hmph!" Athena snorted. "Mom underestimated me too much. Don''t say car, I can fly a fighter jet if I want to."


    "Of course, my Athena is the best." Ling Qingyu quickly replied, wiping away the nonexistent cold sweats over her forehead.


    Athena''s talent had yet to be seen and Ling Qingyu decided to slowly release the restraint. Now, her disobedient eveny her eyes on military jets.


    The military: (generals wiping away cold sweats behind) Luckily, Sk has a mother to watch over her.


    Ling Qingyu asked her daughter, serving as a manual to teach her several functions, and pressed one of the buttons for the massage device in the seat.


    Adjusting the frequency and pressure, Ling Qingyu closed her eyes and leaned back, breathing deeply and enjoying the moment.


    Click.


    "Damn, it''s heavy." Zhao Xiurong uttered after she opened the door on the passenger side. She sat down and mmed the door shut, waking Ling Qingyu up.


    "So, we''ll drive to your house and pick up your mother. Any important materials included. That''s the n." Ling Qingyu regurgitated Zhao Xiurong''s n.


    "Indeed, I feel safe with your securities, wielding pistols." Zhao Xiurong mimicked firing a pistol with her fingers.


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes at Secretary Zhao''s childish behavior. "Alright, tell me your location. What''s the address?"


    Zhao Xiurong returned a hurt expression as if ming Ling Qingyu''s memory. "Sister Ling easily forgot."


    Twitching her lips to stop Zhao Xiurong from disying a more wronged face, Ling Qingyu exined. "Of course not, it''s just to draw the navigation on the car''s GPS so that our convoy knows where we''re heading."


    After Zhao Xiurong said it out loud with suspicion, Athena''s voice appeared: "Received the address. Mapping the path. Shall I drive or you, Mom?"


    A small figure like an icon, put her baby face out of the animated car''s window and tilted her head as she asked.


    Zhao Xiurong melted her heart as she clutched above her chest area. How adorable!


    Before she was immersed in the sea of cuteness, she was shocked. "Mom!?"


    As if to answer her doubt, Ling Qingyu replied: "I''ll drive. You can send the coordinates to the rest of the vehicles."


    "Okie-dookie." Athena gestured an ok sign as she drove away leaving fumes of gas on the screen.


    Ling Qingyu had ck lines over Athena''s yfulness and noticed Zhao Xiurong eying weirdly from the side.

 Chapter 161: Meeting Mother Zhao

    "Mom!" Zhao Xiurong eximed as she snickered.


    "Yes, Daughter Zhao. Mom must concentrate on driving." Ling Qingyu teased her secretary, who patted her arm with a fierce face.


    "Alright, this AI?" Zhao Xiurong got to the point.


    "She is my AI daughter. Very capable. She says, she is the most most most most most capable in the universe." Ling Qingyu introduced Athena. "Say, hello to Aunt Zhao."


    She was preparing Zhao Xiurong a taste when she unveiled everything in the future, mentioning Athena''s presence.


    "Hi, Aunt Zhao. You''re very beautiful." Athena waved her hands from the screen.


    "Hello to you, Athena. Is that your name?"


    "Yes."


    "Nice to see you." Zhao Xiurong turned her head after conversing with Athena and eyed Ling Qingyu up and down. "Perhaps the most most most narcissism must have been learned from you."


    What the? Ling Qingyu was stunned. She was shot while lying down. She swore she had never taught her daughter, whose behavior was derived naturally. As for whether this statement was correct remained unsure but where was she a narcissist?


    Except for being very beautiful like an immortal unattainable to mortals, she was never a narcissist, okay?


    Zhao Xiurong continued making fun: "Look at Athena, how adorable and innocent! She likely copied your behavior; you must watch yourself in the future."


    Ling Qingyu was toozy to reply to her joke until Zhao Xiurong talked about the car. "I''ve never seen such a heavy and thick door. Are your car brands built in this way?"


    "Nope, the car was modified just recently." Ling Qingyu shook her head. "Adding protections against firearm and many lifesaving functions."


    Zhao Xiurong marveled, her hands touching around. "Where do you modify?"


    "You can ask from Sister Tang. She''ll be happy to help you." Ling Qingyu replied, while thinking about Tang Ziyi''s hobbies.


    "Okay. I''ll ask herter whether she can modify my Bugatti too."


    "Go ahead. I''ll pay the cost."


    "Sister Ling¡­"


    "Please take this as a benefit for your work all these years. It doesn''t cost much." Ling Qingyu shrugged. "And I also have to transfer my 10 percent to you."


    Besides, it really didn''t cost a dime. Ling Qingyu''s Bentley and the vehicles which were about to be donated to Yang Qingyue, were modified without any cost.


    All the required materials were printed out by Athena. If not for Tang Ziyi''s persistence, the process should have finished by now.


    Zhao Xiurong epted it after a staring contest between the two. Ling Qingyu looked outside and saw Xiao Yueforting the guards and leading the team.


    Even though she was nomittal for these arrangements, she observed and studied behind the scenes from Tang Ziyi and Su Ruomei.


    As a warlord, leading arge number of troops, and managing a team didn''t cost a sweat. Even if sophisticated technology and ingenious doctrines stumbled her a little, she felt effortless.


    Having consoled her new subordinates, Xiao Yue entered Cadic and noticed the destination already disyed on the GPS console. After receiving a positive answer from Athena, Xiao Yue gave her orders.


    Everyone entered their vehicles and departed from thepany. Even though no guards under Ling Qingyu remained in thepany, there were still guards belonging to the buildings.


    The high-rise building was rented by Ling Qingyu annually for herpany; she didn''t own it. Although she retained many good memories, she might have to move out in the future.


    She could have bought it easily with her wealth but the gain wasn''t much apart from memory.


    Ling Qingyu palmed and moved the steering wheel; her excited expression said everything. Zhao Xiurong looked deeply and asked. "What makes you so happy?"


    She could sense Ling Qingyu''s exhration from miles away. Was driving this Bentley an excitement? She admitted this vehicle paired with AI system seemed promising.


    But shouldn''t driving be boring following traffic rules and going through traffic jams? Ling Qingyu answered her doubt: "Since I woke up at the hospital, I''ve never been able to drive. That Witch Tang prevents me fromnding my hands on the steering wheels. I bought this car and I couldn''t drive. Can you understand how I felt?"


    Zhao Xiurong''s expression turned sympathetic. Rich and willful yet forbidden by others to drive her favorite car. Poor Girl. How long had you been withholding yourself?


    No wonder Ling Qingyu gritted her teeth when she mentioned Tang Ziyi. What a camaraderie between the two exceeding the limits of heaven.


    "Perhaps, Sister Tang is worried about your psychological trauma after the ident." Having said this, Zhao Xiurong studied Ling Qingyu carefully to spot any mishaps.


    "Worry not, Sister Zhao. I''m perfectly fine." Ling Qingyu said. As long as it didn''t rain and no lighting sshed, her mentality was fine.


    Soon, the convoy arrived at Zhao Xiurong''s home address and entered the parking space. Ling Qingyu and Zhao Xiurong exited the vehicle, asked some of the girls to wait, and brought Xiao Yue along with two guards upstairs through the elevator.


    Zhao Xiurong lived in one of the apartments inside the condominium. With only two members in the family, the demand for spacious living space was low.


    Despite her high sry, Zhao Xiurong didn''t search for a bigger home and was satisfied. Moving to Ling Qingyu''s vi, neighboring the manor, was because of her concern for her mother.


    Two women only living together might attract those with malicious intent. And based on Ling Qingyu''s current moves, Zhao Xiurong figured staying beside her was the safest.


    In addition, her mother was familiar with Ling Qingyu''s family members and the rtionship was pretty close, closer than rtives.


    Arriving on the floor, Zhao Xiurong led the way and rang a bell. After a while, the door opened and an elderlydy smiled. "You''re back early, Rong''er."


    "Of course, Mom. President Ling gave us three days of paid leave." Zhao Xiurong turned her body, allowing her mother to see Ling Qingyu and the rest.


    "Hello, Auntie." Ling Qingyu greeted and the others followed suit.


    "Ah! Hello to you dears. We''ve got visitors. Come in." The group entered the apartment, listening to Mother Zhao''s stories and waves ofughter.


    She seemed d to receive visitors. Ling Qingyu observed the decorations. Simple yet elegant. The roomyout suited Zhao Xiurong''s needs.


    Not luxurious but the room gave afy feeling. While Zhao Xiurong utilized various tactics to persuade her mother to move out, Ling Qingyu, Xiao Yue, and the remaining two girls sat down under Mother Zhao''s urge.


    "What do you like to drink? I''m sorry I have only cooked my lunch. Have you girls eaten anything?" Mother Zhao asked from the kitchen, while she conversed with her daughter.


    Hearing her words, growls howled from everyone''s stomach and the group exchanged nces in embarrassment.


    The sound even reached the kitchen, sproutingughter¡ªHohoho.


    "It''s alright. Auntie. We''re going back for lunch soon. Please don''t do anything, because we don''t want our presence to trouble you."


    Perhaps, Zhao Xiurong exploited everyone''s hunger to urge Mother Zhao to change her dress; Mother Zhao epted the visit to Ling Qingyu''s new house. Afterward, she came out and asked for help to package their important belongings.


    Everyone got busy packing and finished it within a short time. The two guards carried out the packages to load them into the vehicles first.


    Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue waited alongside Zhao Xiurong for her mother.

 Chapter 162: Mother Zhaos life

    Ling Qingyu recalled her first meeting with Mother Zhao, who asked for her eptance of Zhao Xiurong''s faults in the job.


    She was worried whether her daughter would trouble Ling Qingyu. In her eyes, Zhao Xiurong ceased to grow up and mature.


    As the encounters grew, Mother Zhao met with Ling Qingyu''s elders and the two sides were closer than ever before.


    Even though Zhao Xiurong always addressed her formally, no matter how many times Ling Qingyu tried to change, it wasn''t wrong to say their bond was stronger than sisterhood.


    Speaking of Mother Zhao, Ling Qingyu didn''t know much but from Zhao Xiurong''s narration, she drew out some conclusions.


    Since Sister Zhao never mentioned her father figure, her childhood mustn''t be pleasant. Ling Qingyu knew her father was a gambler who ran away after facing heavy debt, leaving his wife and daughter a harsh and unprotected future.


    Even then Mother Zhao held her emotions and braced the storms, protecting Zhao Xiurong under her umbre. She singlehandedly raised Zhao Xiurong, preparing her university education and expenses, working various upations including part-time until she fully repaid the debt.


    And Zhao Xiurong met her high expectations and achieved greatness in her career. Maybe Mother Zhao worked under severe conditions, she appeared older than her counterparts.


    Even though she was 7 years older than Ling Qingyu''s mother, greyish linen already formed over her hair.


    No one was greater than Mother Zhao in Zhao Xiurong''s eyes. Now, the greatest worry left behind was to find a suitor for Zhao Xiurong.


    She feared her child didn''t look for love because of her experience and urged her. Luckily, Ling Qingyu''s presence reduced the matchmaking burden off Zhao Xiurong''s shoulders.


    Thinking of this, Ling Qingyu felt relieved. She would have nowhere to curse if a wifey material like Zhao Xiurong was out of her catch. She praised her predecessor for having foresight.


    The only weirdness was no news of Zhao Xiurong''s father. Ling Qingyu didn''t care and didn''t ask. Who knew under Zhao Xiurong''s gentleness, some ruthlessness must exist to protect the family?


    Ling Qingyu shrugged at this possibility. So what if Zhao Xiurong wasn''t as gentle as she initially thought? As long as her treatment toward friends, family, and close ones didn''t change, Ling Qingyu wouldn''t change her view.


    Mother Zhao was a strong woman in Ling Qingyu''s view and a rare one too, looking at the timeline where opportunities for women were the lowest.


    Zhao Xiurong alwaysined to Ling Qingyu that her mother did household work by herself. Even if she persuaded her, that she would hire someone, Mother Zhao disagreed. Atst, the two negotiated to hire a part-time cleaner once every week.


    Ling Qingyu had no idea if Zhao Xiurong was bragging about her mother tantly on purpose or not though.


    Mother Zhao exited from the room after a change. Her attire was dressed up simply and Ling Qingyu praised her elegance, bringing smiles to the elderly.


    The group soon departed. This time, Mother Zhao was in Ling Qingyu''s Bentley, sitting in the back seat.


    Ling Qingyu watched Mother Zhao from the rearview mirror, smiling happily as she conversed with Athena. Zhao Xiurong would give her mother, helpless nces once in a while.


    As for how the situation unfolded, after seeing Ling Qingyu and Zhao Xiurong speak with Athena, Mama Zhao became interested and decided to have a talk through the television behind the front-seat.


    Back and forth, the conversation grew. Athena made use of her extensive knowledge to chat with the elderly and won Mother Zhao''s heart.


    Mother Zhao who had lived through difficult times could see through people and saw what Athena was up to. Her heart warmed.


    In front of her eyes, Athena seemed like a child whose brain had developed to an extreme. Although Mother Zhao knew Athena was a developed AI, she somehow felt the little one was alive.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu introduced Athena to the mother-and-daughter duo as a simple AI program and hid the secret. So, despite suspicion, they threw away the impossibility.


    The atmosphere in the Bentley wasn''t boring, with Athena cheering everyone up with little jokes and quizzes.


    Mother Zhao sighed suddenly and scolded Zhao Xiurong. "Look at you getting older. When will you get married and have a child as cute as our Athena? Do you want me to have a lonely life?"


    Zhao Xiurong''s smile stiffened and replied coquettishly: "Mom! I''m still busy with work. And no man dare to even speak to me."


    Ling Qingyu chuckled quietly and shook her head inwardly. Why all elders were simr? Always matchmaking for their children and worrying they would die lonely.


    Parents, most, always hoped the best for their children.


    Hmph, if there was any man who dared toy a hand on her Sister Zhao, she would break their limbs, including the third leg. Ling Qingyu thought to herself.


    Not for long, Ling Qingyu wasn''t spared and her face turned ck, hearing Mother Zhao say. "Yu''er too. Don''t be like my daughter always focusing on work. You must bnce your life too. Find love and get married, having children to fulfill a happier life."


    Zhao Xiurong covered her mouth as she withheld herughter. Though she tried to disapprove of her mother, it was obviously shown in her expression, that her secretary was having fun because Ling Qingyu was targeted.


    Although she fancied children, it must be someone giving birth for her instead, not from her. The pain and suffering of a mother, Ling Qingyu couldn''t bear to think about it.


    Even though she hadn''t experienced her monthly period yet, it might be her instinct to forecast the level of pain.


    Her face grimaced at the thought of giving birth herself.


    Ling Qingyu looked bleak but replied simply to the elder. "Yes¡­."


    How could she argue with someone, older than her mom? Even if she thought she had the truth, Ling Qingyu avoided shing ideas across generations.


    In fact, what Mother Zhao stated was correct, the best time to have a child was within the range of their age.


    But when the two must choose between creating families and careers for now, even if Zhao Xiurong had regretster in the future, they would still prefer a career.


    Her perfunctory reply caused Mother Zhao to shake her head,menting on how to solve the two workaholics, and continued to talk with Athena, treating the AI like her granddaughter.


    The convoy reached Ling Qingyu''s manorter and her residence also attracted exmation from Mother Zhao, who inquired what happened with the previous apartment.


    Zhao Xiurong gave an excuse for the reason to move houses. Feeling spacious and peaceful, Mother Zhao nodded her head, praising Ling Qingyu''s choice.


    Ling Qingyu drove near the entrance and parked the car. Everyone stepped out. Mother Zhao still looked around, enjoying spacious scenes, a mixture of nature and manmade, rarely seen back in her apartment.


    "Wee to my house, Auntie." Ling Qingyu gestured Mother Zhao to enter. Returning the salutes by the maids, Ling Qingyu walked ahead.


    Mother Zhao looked back at the vehicle and caught Ling Qingyu''s attention. She smiled at Mother Zhao''s reluctance to part with Athena and whispered: "Athena, you really know how to chat."


    "Of course, Mom. I''m the best." A voice came from the spectacle. Amidst the stunned expression of many, Athena drove away the Bentley to its area.


    Everyone who noticed the strange phenomenon watched dumbfounded, at Bentley, moving without a driver.


    .

 Chapter 163: Treatment

    Until Ling Qingyu coughed and exined the AI technologies, everyone around, including the maids, regained theirposure and muttered in wonder.


    They were thinking in their mind¡ªhad the autonomous vehicle reached this level of flexibility?


    Mother Zhao, who was a generation away from thetest trend, didn''t understand but she sighed andmented her age, separating from scientific development.


    "It''s us being old. Young is good."


    Shaking her head at Mother Zhao''s words, Ling Qingyu turned her face to Lin Xiao, who quickened her pace toward her from a distance, after probably hearing news of her arrival


    "Prepare lunch for us and the guards too. There might be more visitorsing inter; so, please be ready to treat the guest any moment." Ling Qingyu said out her request to Lin Xiao.


    "On it, Miss. How many visitors?" Lin Xiao asked.


    Ling Qingyu thought for a while till she received answers from Athena before sh was about to ask.


    "It''s two." Ling Qingyu answered. "Where''s my mother?"


    "Madam''s having an afternoon nap. I''ve requested two maids to stand on watch around her."


    "Thank you. Arrange the meals and don''t let them wait for me to eat. I''m going to my mother first. Lastly, prepare amodation for Sister Zhao and her mother." Lin Xiao nodded at Ling Qingyu''s order and trotted away first toplete her request.


    Under Ling Qingyu''s introduction, Zhao Xiurong and her mother had a tour before arriving at the dining hall.


    Xiao Yue also followed the group after she and the rest of the guards parked their vehicles in a designated spot.


    "Yu''er, what a strange day! You''ve returned to eat back home." Ling Qingyu heard Denise''s voice and looked over.


    "Have you eaten, Aunt Denise?" Ling Qingyu saw her Aunt dressed simply yet with a fashion sense. A green gown hugging her voluptuous curves.


    "Of course, my dear. Your mother and I ate two hours ago. Oh! Look who''s here." Denise smiled at Xiao Yue apanying beside Ling Qingyu and finally noticed the existence of Mother Zhao and Zhao Xiurong.


    Denise greeted Zhao Xiurong and her mother. She grasped Mother Zhao''s hand firmly and took away, chattering nonstop, as they remembered the deep memories together.


    Zhao Xiurong smiled and chuckled at the two elders who were reminiscing their old days.


    "Sister Zhao should eat with the rest. I''ve told Lin Xiao to prepare the meal. Don''t wait for me. I have something to do first." Ling Qingyu walked away after leaving everything to Zhao Xiurong.


    "Don''t worry. Do you need my help?!" Zhao Xiurong shouted, receiving Ling Qingyu''s waving hand.


    ...


    Ling Qingyu walked toward Amorette''s room, following Athena''s green arrow guidance. The two maids watching over her mother immediately noticed Ling Qingyu''s presence and saluted.


    After greeting them back and saying hard work, Ling Qingyu entered the room and slowly shut the door.


    Inside was a spacious bedroom, with its own bathroom and private reading space. Ling Qingyu only studied her mother''s living space now.


    As a daughter, she definitely failed in filial piety. After living in this manor, this was the first time she visited her mother''s ce.


    Looking around, the decorated room appeared like a garden. At a distance, Ling Qingyu found a grand kingsize bed and a bulge above covered by nkets.


    Her mother should be the bulge, taking an afternoon nap. In fact, Amorette''s age wasn''t yet too old to nap longer, but her psychological disease drained the energy.


    The lighting effect inside brought praises from Ling Qingyu. She could see the design of the inner structure was specifically aimed to brighten during daytime without requiring anymps.


    Two windows had their curtains covered. There were twoyers and only the firstyer was. This type of curtain didn''tpletely blocked the light and allowed a small amount to permeate across the room.


    Walking over gently and minding the sound of her footsteps, Ling Qingyu approached her mother. Mindful of the cool temperature, Ling Qingyu felt the maids adjusted the air conditioner inside very well.


    Lifting the chair effortlessly adjacent to the mirror and softly putting it down near the bed, Ling Qingyu''s eyebrows were raised.


    After she sat down, her eyes were drawn to her fist as it clutched and released repeatedly several times.


    She realized her strength had grown somehow and it was only a few days workout? How was this possible? Miss System''s work, she guessed.


    Well, it didn''t matter the reason, as long as she became stronger. Her mother''s muttering disturbed her trail of thoughts and beckoned her eyes.


    Ling Qingyu felt happy inside her heart, watching her mother flip around the bed. No matter how disgraceful it seemed, to Ling Qingyu''s eyes, Amorette was perfect and beautiful.


    To cure her mother, Ling Qingyu only needed to connect with Miss System and gained a pill. It was too simple that Ling Qingyu had a hard time believing.


    As for the price, probably released on a whim by Miss System, Ling Qingyu didn''t even feel the difficulty.


    Gaining merits came from various sources. Everything flowed from the inner kindness and people''s life changing for a better.


    The only problem sourced from gaining poprity and receiving admirations. Frankly, Ling Qingyu had fans all across her countries among females.


    Of course, it only included those who were interested in business sectors. She wanted to remain low-key and Miss System''s request was contrary to her prior goals.


    Upgrading oneself without other''s eyesying on her and swooped the enemies ass in one move were the Kingsly way.


    Every time she saw her mother in a simr dementia state, her eyes watered. Even if their interaction sinceing to this world was countable by hands, Ling Qingyu''s feeling didn''t diminish at all but increased instead.


    It wouldn''t be wrong to say, Amorette''s existence was the full drive for the original Ling Qingyu toward sess. Without Amorette and Ling Qingyu being betrayed, her potential would never be tapped out at all.


    Perhaps, a universe had its reason for everything. Sometimes, Ling Qingyu even wondered if her transmigration was as perfunctory as Miss System initially stated.


    Anyway, forget about these thoughts. Don''t know why her inner mind was restless nowadays. Perhaps a certain creator forgot the pen?


    Author: @v@ !?


    ''Miss System. Oh!! Miss System." Only calling her system in a weird way, Miss System would pop up.


    ''Com''on, Miss System. I need your help.''

 Chapter 164: Breaking out of the cocoon

    Silence prevailed in her mind. Ling Qingyu wasn''t agitated. Nowadays, Miss System might be busy with other activities.


    Unlike before, Miss System''s instantaneous reply every day whenever Ling Qingyu thought of her.


    It was like brushing her existence and monitoring Ling Qingyu the whole time. For now, although Ling Qingyu felt relieved no one was closely watching over her, it was annoyingmunication with Miss System be rarer.


    ''Miss System!" Ling Qingyu finally shrieked.


    [Huh! Why are you shouting this System? I''m blind but not deaf¡­.I mean I''m not blind nor deaf.]


    Ling Qingyu had crows cawing above her head and her brows furrowed. What in the world? Did she just hear a game character''s famous quote?


    She suspected Miss System must be ying games behind the scenes.


    ''My greatest apology, Miss System. I''m now preparing to treat my mother. What do I do?'' Ling Qingyu''s voice trembled unknowingly, eager to see her mother in a normal state.


    Thinking of Amorette''s state, Ling Qingyu felt guilty at her rtionship warming up with her step-sister.


    Although Deniseforted her, Ling Qingyu felt the fire brewing inside couldn''t be quenched.


    [Are you really sure to cure your mother? I mean the method I use works psychologically. Whether she can get out of the delusional past is within her hands.]


    The system warned¡ªit wasn''t a hundred percent sess. Ling Qingyu almost screamed at her Miss System.


    Since it wasn''t 100 percent, why was there a huge price? Well, a private ind was indeed a huge payment.


    Ling Qingyu brushed away these unrted things inside her head, seeing her mother''s figure. As a daughter, why was she stillparing materials with love?


    ''You say curable and still remind me, it''s not in your hands?'' Ling Qingyu questioned.


    [Technically, I can forcibly cure her but it would never be her best state. The most reliable method is to solve it within her heart by herself. You choose.]


    Ling Qingyu sighed and thought. Whatever the case became, her mother needed a cure. Whether she would seed, it mattered not.


    The least probability was her mother continuing her previous state without worries and Ling Qingyu losing sign-in opportunities for nothing.


    From a business point of view or a rational side, Ling Qingyu should prefer Miss System''s forceful method.


    But love was never meant to be measured. It weighed beyond the existence of the universe. Ling Qingyu chose luck, hoping her mother would recover herself.


    But to guarantee nothing should ur if the cure failed, Ling Qingyu asked: ''You guarantee nothing will happen to Mom if things go south.''


    [Guaranteed it with my body. Even if it fails, nothing will happen.]


    Although Ling Qingyu had no idea what Miss System''s body looked like, she was relieved to hear what she anticipated. So, she made a choice.


    ''Good. Then, how do I start?''


    [Alright, I''ll extract out the pill for you and you''ll ce it inside her mouth. Leave it like that and the pill will melt.]


    ''Hmm, won''t the pill melt as soon as I touch it, based on your description?'' Ling Qingyu said hesitantly, relying onmon sense.


    [Can it be the same? Where has this system''s product beparable with mortal''s items? Now, go on and do as I told you. Wait for the effect after your mother wakes up. It should be finished after 5 minutes.]


    ''Ok. Ok. It''s my bad. I shouldn''t doubt my super duper Miss System.''


    Yes, you''re the boss and you''re always right, Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes at Miss System''s remarks inwardly.


    On her palm, a golden glitter appeared out of nowhere and because of Miss System''s forementioning, she didn''t exim. Soon, a golden pill which seemed like a bubblegum formed.


    Carefully scrutinizing the pill, Ling Qingyu went speechless. She was in the doubt mode. Was this even a pill, not some candies children liked to eat?


    Doubt remained behind as Ling Qingyu rose from her seat and gently put it between her mother''s lip, controlling the strength of her movement to avoid waking her mother up.


    The instant the pill reached Amorette''s tongue, it dissolved itself. Ling Qingyu sat back on the chair and waited.


    Curling both of her hands into a fist and pressing them against her forehead, Ling Qingyu bent over on the chair, elbows on her knees, as her heart was turbulent at each passing second.


    While Ling Qingyu''s mood was like waves in the sea, Amorette''s state was in apletely different state.


    Amorette was having a dream, living in a world of a perfect family. Her face beamed with smiles as she looked over her two shoulders.


    Holding her loving husband on one side and her cute little Ling Qingyue on the other, Amorette walked around the amusement park.


    Waves ofughter rang between the couple as Ling Qingyu did some naughty stuff. Eying at her husband with utmost love, Amorette felt she was the safest in the world.


    Resisting her family''s objection and faithfully following this man could be her best decision ever. A happy family without the interests revolving around their rtionship.


    Despite being a foreigner, she never once thought of worries. Love was all she sought. Seeing its manifestation¡ªthe young Ling Qingyu¡ªhopping up and down, warmed her heart.


    The family yed numerous games, including roller-coaster, enjoying the fearsome ride. She had a family, with a dependable husband and a talented child; what more could she ask for?


    Suddenly, everything stopped as if someone pressed a pause button. Her eyes widened and her pupils constricted in trepidation. What had happened?


    She tried to touch her husband and her child; her hands passed through them. She heard a voice: "Mom, wake up. You''re living in a dream world."


    The voice echoed and repeated across the distance. As if the whole universe was reminding her to wake up.


    "Who''s talking?! Where''re you?" Amorette screamed, her head turning around in several directions, looking for the source.


    Her efforts were useless and she sobbed: "No, my happy loving family!"


    "Mom, wake up!" Like in the tunnel, a woman''s voice uttered again.


    Amorette clutched her head, refusing to listen to the voice in panic, as her tears poured down, and shaking her head violently. "No. No. NO!"


    As her cries got louder, ss breaking sound rang in her ears. Her eyes watched as the world shattered into pieces and Amorette felt her soul fly across the universe.


    The dizziness slowly dissipated and she regained focus. Around her, everything remained dark. She could see nothing but herself.


    Something in her heart told Amorette to walk in a certain direction. Her heart sensed a calling, a longing from the loved one.


    She had no idea how she understood the summoning energy but her pace increased. She didn''t stop until she found a young woman, her face resembling her cute daughter''s.


    "Yu''er?!" Amorette called with a trembling tone. The woman nodded and smiled, causing Amorette to step closer and grasp her hands as she uttered: "You''re my Yu''er? Howe?! Why''re you old all of a sudden."


    Amorette was puzzled and seemed to find something missing in her memory. Ling Qingyu''s figure hugged Amorette into her arm, and gently caressed her back.


    "It''s okay, Mom. It''s okay." After a while, Ling Qingyu grabbed her hand and led the way. Amorette followed without hesitation.


    She knew in her heart, that the answer she sought was there. It was just hidden. Her desire, and her obsession.


    Yes, Amorette understood her state as soon as she broke away from the imaginary world but still couldn''t ept the situation.


    For now, staying beside the older Ling Qingyu didn''t seem bad.


    "This is it, Mom." Ling Qingyu said, confusing Amorette but she saw cascades of motion pictures, narrating her life from her childhood to an adult.


    She watched herself, running away from home, meeting love, and getting married or like so. Having a wonderful family, that was all she knew before.


    But the scenes afterward caused her face to turn livid. Separation. Struggling and raising her child alone. Fortunately, she had a friend, a confidante, who followed her willingly and stepped into the quagmire without anyints.


    Everything shattered her illusion of happiness. What had she done all these years? She watched how her little Ling Qingyu grew up into a powerful woman and felt proud as a mother.


    Turning her head at her daughter, Amorette said with a sob: "I''m sorry, dear. I was being too selfish. I shouldn''t¡­"


    "Mom." Ling Qingyu interrupted, caressing her arms. "I love you for who you are. Aunt Denise loves you for who you are. No one mes you. There''s always someone who loves you dearly and will always have your back. Remember some people aren''t worth your emotions.


    Come back to us. We''re waiting for your return."


    Amorette nodded her head with an ugly smile and wiped away her tears. "I will. I will Yu''er."


    Soon, everything brightened, dazzling her eyes and her vision went nk. Amorette felt relief, letting go of her reluctance and obsession.


    The weight had gone away after epting herself once more. It was never her fault. Like Ling Qingyu said, her loved ones were still waiting for her well-being.


    Amorette opened her eyes, feeling more refreshed than ever before. Her eyes traced to the side as she found her daughter crouched on the chair, worried.

 Chapter 165: ..

    Amorette blinked her watery eyes. How painful would Ling Qingyu and Denise feel when she was selfishly indulging in her own illusive universe?


    Raising her arm, she grasped Ling Qingyu''s wrist, prompting her daughter''s head to meet her gaze. Smiles brew between the two,municating silently their love and energy.


    Ling Qingyu had been waiting anxiously for the past 5 minutes. Despite Miss System''s assurance, she couldn''t quench her restless heart.


    Just a simple sight of her mother not being able to recover crossed her heart. She feared Amorette would never recover herselfpletely to realities or worsen by chance.


    Even though her Miss System assured her there wasn''t any danger, but what if always came into her mind.


    Unsure she still asked: "Mom, are you sure, you won''t be like before?"


    Amorette replied, "I''m certain. But let''s see ourselves for the days toe."


    Ling Qingyu could merely nod. She held the thought of informing Denise about the situation, until a few dayster.


    Amorette eyed her daughter with suspicion. In her dreand, she even saw Ling Qingyu, guiding her out of the cycles, she was reluctant to leave before.


    Her inner heart was soothed in a supernatural way. As a mother, since her daughter didn''t exin how, she also didn''t inquire.


    Based on her behavior, Amorette understood Ling Qingyu made a move to save her and was waiting for the result.


    Only then, Ling Qingyu noticed Amorette''s strange eyes and realized she had blown up herself. Upon seeing her mother didn''t ask more, Ling Qingyu was relieved.


    Ling Qingyu had no idea where to start exining if Amorette was relentless in her questioning.


    "Alright, Mom. Since you''re fine and your daughter have huge wealth, you can do anything you desire. Even if you want to destroy that scum and his family, I can do it." Ling Qingyu patted her chest.


    Amorette''s mouth twitched, hearing what Ling Qingyu say and seeing her gesture. At least, her heart melted as she understood Ling Qingyu''s meaning.


    No matter what she decided or did, Ling Qingyu had her back. Just exactly what she said to her daughter if something failed.


    Sometimes in life, what you needed, was such apanion¡ªit could be anyone: friends, families, rtives¡ªgiving each other support in times of turbulence.


    One could achieve any goal, as long as there was at least one supporting behind them.


    Well, to describe her father as a scum, Amorette lost words. She could hate that man but Ling Qingyu couldn''t. He was her father, who brought her life.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu cared less about her father and filial piety or how the world would judge her if she took action against Ling Muchen.


    Amorette looked at her daughter and thought about the man who troubled her in the past years.


    Now, she really felt nothing inside. Whenever her mind hovered on the man''s past, there was only emptiness. No hatred. No regret.


    It was like her heart had already given up. With no love anymore, how could there be any hatred like before?


    Maybe she loved him dearly until Ling Qingyu broke her illusion. Now the man had be aplete stranger, a passerby whom she was meant to detach.


    Ling Qingyu said: "Mom, there''s a visitoring today. It''s my friend''s mother. Zhao Xiurong''s mother."


    Amorette quickly got up after hearing Ling Qingyu''s words, throwing away the nkets and racing to clean up her face. "Yu''er. Why don''t you tell me about her visit in the first ce?"


    Ling Qingyu had a nk face. Where in the world could that aspect enter her mind when she was more worried about her mother?


    But she understood, her mother''s words didn''t contain any me. "Mom, it''s alright. Slow down."


    "It''s not good etiquette for the house owner to sleep when the guestes." Amorette chided Ling Qingyu, who went speechless.


    After Amorette finished cleanup and dressing, Ling Qingyu led her outside and walked along the path. She whispered: "Athena, Where''s the location of Aunt Denise and Mother Zhao?"


    "Right this way, Mom." Green trails of arrows appeared on the screen. Ling Qingyu led the path ordingly and reminded herself to remember her manor''s map.


    Just when she praised Lin Xiao''s memorizing ability, Amorette interrupted: "What''re you whispering for? Is there anyone nearby?"


    "Hmm. No. Mom. I''m repeating myself, some things so that I don''t forget them in my head." Ling Qingyu replied.


    Amorette rolled her eyes at Ling Qingyu''s answer. As her mother, couldn''t she know clearly to what extent her daughter''s capability to lie was?


    Too many secrets revolved around Ling Qingyu that Amorette didn''t find her daughter''s behavior strange. Not to mention, she also hid some away from her daughter too.


    With Ling Qingyu''s talent, how could she not understand, that Amorette''s family was unusual. Still, she never inquired once.


    Shaking her head, she simply followed Ling Qingyu''s footsteps.


    On the other hand, it wasn''t that Ling Qingyu wanted to hide Athena''s existence. She would soon uncover her secrets slowly to her loved one.


    She had worries if she unveiled too quickly, they would suspect her identity. Actually, Ling Qingyu was thinking too much.


    Amorette and Denise only had a sense of pride, whenever they saw her aplishments. No matter the reasons she gave, they would believe 100 percent without a doubt.


    Even if it was a lie, they knew Ling Qingyu would admit soonter on. Their trust in Ling Qingyu was immeasurable and likely iprehensible to others.


    Along the way, Ling Qingyu described the current situation in Province N and told her mother she wanted to bring Zhao Xiurong''s duo of mother and daughter into the manor.


    Amorette agreed without hesitation. As Ling Qingyu stated, given the dangers rising in Province N, providing amodation for the two was exactly what she also had in mind.


    She had very few friends. Well, perhaps only Denise and Mother Zhao were included in her list.


    Mother Zhao was also very close to her and her single mother''s life resonated with Amorette; the three became friends, especially with how close Zhao Xiurong and Ling Qingyu were.


    Ling Qingyu also admitted her guards possessed firearms and guaranteed her residence was the safest. Amorette was initially surprised and epted very quickly, attributing these factors to her daughter''s sess.


    Anyway, her daughter was the most awesome in her eyes.


    Soon, the two of them left the mansion and went into the courtyard, with decorated ntations everywhere.


    Walking along the cobblestone path, Ling Qingyu found Denise and Mother Zhao, sitting underneath the beautiful temple-like dome.


    There was a circr stone table with seats around it. Ling Qingyu also saw the maids delivering refreshments for the twodies to enjoy.


    What a small serene and sentimental terrace to enjoy for the elderly, surrounded by natural and grand architecture.


    Amorette quickened her pace as she went in for a hug, exchanging cheek kisses with Mother Zhao. When they first met, Mother Zhao was opposed to this move.


    Later on, as intimacy increased, she epted it dly from Amorette and Denise. Of course, Amorette and Denise would never make this move first until Mother Zhao said she wanted to try.


    And the group hit off.


    While the three elders chattered happily, Ling Qingyu watched with a smile and blushed. The growling out of her stomach stopped the elders'' conversation.


    Amorette, Denise and Mother Zhao looked at Ling Qingyu together. Amorette asked: "You haven''t eaten anything yet."


    Ling Qingyu''s head shook. Amorette said bitterly, caressing Ling Qingyu''s back. "Why don''t you tell me long ago? You should have eaten first and let me walk on my own."


    "Okay, I know. Mom. I think I should eat first before listening to your lesson." Ling Qingyu sped away, fearing her mother''s admonishment.


    Mother Zhao and Denise chuckled. Amorette sighed at her daughter''s behavior.


    The three gathered around the table and spoke about topics from various corners of their lives, not forgetting to exchange praises for their children.

 Chapter 166: Strolling and talking

    "Whew!" Ling Qingyu blew the air out along with relief, wiping off sweat from the forehead.


    Everyone would have that one day they had to run away from their Mama and that should include the current Ling Qingyu.


    It wasn''t a big mistake but something they didn''t want to hear all day long. Afterward, Ling Qingyu decided to initiate Mission Coquettish to sell cuteness to her mother for forgiveness.


    She looked left and right, realizing she was a bit lost. Perhaps already understanding Ling Qingyu''s behavior, Athena came to the rescue.


    "Thanks, Athena." Ling Qingyu said.


    "No problem, Mom."


    Ling Qingyu walked on the path toward the dining hall, when she heard loud and ttered footsteps.


    Her eyes were drawn toward the sound, and found Wang Xiuying''s group of trio. What were they up to and why were they in a hurry?


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes narrowed. She saw Wang Xiuying searching around and beamed with a smile after having found her. She quickly brought her group along, heading toward Ling Qingyu.


    "What''s it for? You''re in a hurry to find me?" Ling Qingyu had some guesses.


    Wang Xiuying nodded her head, blushing at her behavior. The other two girls were also confused but since the eldest sisters requested their help to find Ling Qingyu, they didn''t ask.


    Their eyes stared at Wang Xiuying for an answer. Amidst their nce, Wang Xiuying bowed her head and bent her body nearly 90 degrees, expressing gratitude. "I feel it''s not serious to say it on the phone and express my thoughts. Thank you for your help. If not, without you¡­"


    Ling Qingyu immediately stepped forward and lifted her up. "Why must a woman make things difficult for another suffering woman? This is my responsibility and sense of humanity. I believe you''ll do the same for me in the same situation."


    Wang Xiuying was astonished at Ling Qingyu''s strength. She couldn''t even resist and stand tall. Tears well up in her eyes after hearing Ling Qingyu''s words.


    She couldn''t even affirm if she would make the same move. For her, Ling Qingyu had avenged and provided securities. And she was sure, Ling Qingyu would also show a ce for the three sister-like friends to workter on.


    "What can we do to repay you, Miss Ling?"


    "Well! There''s a thing, I presume you can help me." Ling Qingyu was about to refuse and remembered her corporate takeover n. It should suit Wang Xiuying''s capabilities and give a full y.


    Having an insider or not, made a huge difference between ultimate victory and small sess. Ling Qingyu should use this opportunity to her advantage.


    In addition, this act might also solve Wang Xiuying''s guilt and turned her focus elsewhere.


    So, Ling Qingyu released some of her ns to take over the noodles productionpany, they worked at.


    The three were ted in contrast to Ling Qingyu''s expectations. Nothing surprising about their reaction if she thought about theck of humanities among their colleagues.


    Ling Qingyu watched them excitedly discussing their future if she became their boss. She told them, she might need their expertise in theing future to manage thepany.


    Her request for their help soothed their subconscious inferiority inside their hearts, supporting their belief that they weren''t as weak and useless as they thought.


    After telling them to hide the news, Ling Qingyu left under the pretext of hunger in the reluctant eyes of the trio.


    Soon, before she reached the dining hall, she encountered Lin Xiao, who ran toward her, gulping for deep breath.


    "Miss Ling, please don''t do this next time. I almost forgot to reiterate this to you."


    "What''s the matter?" Ling Qingyu frowned.


    "If you''re gonna be thiste to eat, please don''t hesitate to ask us to deliver the meal to you." Lin Xiao was firm with her suggestion.


    "Are you talking to me on how I should act?" Ling Qingyu stared at Lin Xiao''s persistent eyes. She wasn''t angry and merely desired to know her reasons.


    "No, Miss Ling. It''s for your health. We finally met a good boss. And we don''t want to lose her because of stomach cancer or kinds of stuff that we could have acted to prevent." Lin Xiao replied.


    Ling Qingyu had three ck lines over her forehead. Was her butler cursing her to death orplimenting her character?


    The two walked in silence until Ling Qingyu said: "Alright, I''ll keep that in mind. The reason why I didn''t let you send them over is because the situation outside is very unstable and dangerous."


    Lin Xiao smiled in response the instant, she received Ling Qingyu''s answer. Ling Qingyu stepped into the dining hall.


    Seeing her presence, the guards wanted to stand up. Ling Qingyu stopped their behaviors: "Girls, continue your meals, there''s no need for formality. We''re all here to enjoy the meal."


    Ling Qingyu took the main seat between Zhao Xiurong and Xiao Yue. Her treatment toward the guards wasn''t too close or too far.


    It was in between. Once she got too close, she would soon lose the respect and awe of being a President.


    On the other side of the coin, too far might strain the rtionship and lower the guards'' effort.


    Someone like Tang Ziyi was a different story. Even then her behavior toward the guards resembled Ling Qingyu''s.


    These were rted to people''s psychology. The easier they had ess to or they gained something, they never cherished.


    Unless the people she treated were very close friends or loved ones, she kept the necessary distance.


    "Butler Lin. Bring out the wine please." Ling Qingyu asked Lin Xiao who was standing behind her.


    "Yes, Miss!"


    The girls cheered, drinking to rx. For two days, they could have some rest from their usual busy schedule.


    Everyone enjoyed the dishes, soon brought out by the maids, including the wine. Cheers echoed across the table.


    Ling Qingyu stood up and made a toast: "Our sisters who aren''t here enjoying this moment, are returning victorious from the mission. Let''s toast for their victory and safe return."


    "Toast!"


    "Toast!"


    Ling Qingyu smiled as she watched everyone raise their cups and take a sip. It was a beautiful sight until someone drank the whole cup.


    Girl, you are mistaking wine for whiskey. Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes.


    The lunch went well and each separated afterward. Xiao Yue walked back to her room to rest.


    As for female guards, they were nning to have fun. Of course, they still dutifully took some responsibilities, patrolling around while digesting faster.


    Ling Qingyu and Zhao Xiurong strolled around together, relishing the decorations and sense of air, free from the busy urban style.


    Both continued their conversation back in thepany about the corporate takeover. One time, Ling Qingyu asked again of Zhao Xiurong to take up the C.E.O. post in herpany.


    Zhao Xiurong refused but stated if it meant temporary she could help Ling Qingyu. She would rather be Ling Qingyu''s personal assistant.


    Someone had to take over the task in the future because Ling Qingyu''s n would expand the empire and she wouldn''t have the time.


    Then, here came the question, who could she hand over the position without worries? Thinking about everyone in thepany, Ling Qingyu didn''t have a clear knowledge.


    Zhao Xiurong rmended the Financial Director who could inherit Ling Qingyu''s position.


    "Deputy Finance Director?" Because Ling Qingyu hadn''t been in this world for long, she had to recall. "Who''s it?"


    Zhao Xiurong stared at Ling Qingyu helplessly until she coughed in embarrassment.


    "We aren''t this close but I''ve seen her work. Meticulous and organized. She arranged the affairs without problems; the only downside could be your post with huge responsibility. Not to mention during the time, you liquidated the Finance Director, she filled the gap. She''s professional, I assure you." Zhao Xiurong said.


    "As a finance director, it''s not unsuited for the CEO post. We''ll have to take a closer look at her. Come on, who''s she?" Ling Qingyu was curious.


    "Her name is Han Yu. Graduated Master''s Degrees from Ordinary University in Province N. Her academic qualification is not remarkable but I believe she has the ability."


    "I''ll talk with herter. Since Secretary Zhao affirms this girl, she must be a talent. She is still deputy?" Ling Qingyu already trusted Zhao Xiurong''s eyes but the process must be gone through.


    "Yes." Zhao Xiurong nodded.


    "Promote her then. We''ll watch over her in theing months and make our decision."


    Ling Qingyu and Zhao Xiurong wandered around and arriving at the courtyard their elders were chatting.


    Even from a distance, they could feel their mothers'' happiness. Looking from afar, both left the elders on their own to avoid disturbing them and went upstairs toward the highest floor.


    As an owner, she really failed to step into every corner of the space she owned. She had definitely visited around during the inspection before she bought in the manor.


    However, after she asked Lin Xiao to decorate what she needed, she had never looked over.


    She believed Butler Lin would never fail to meet her expectations.


    Both ascended the staircase leading above and swung the doors open.

 Chapter 167: Tang Ziyis group is back

    Ling Qingyu had decided to roam around on the terrace at the highest level above and gazed at the surroundings.


    As they opened the doors, the maid cleaning the area saluted and Ling Qingyu greeted back.


    But her thought was puzzled. Why was she cleaning at this point of time? Only when Ling Qingyu stepped forward, did she realize, it wasn''t as hot as she initially judged.


    The perg above provided sufficient sunshade of a cozy temperature. Underneath, there were several pathways of water channels looping around the floor.


    The water was circting itself via a system like a small river.


    Fish were swimming in it happily. It wasn''t wrong to call this floor a garden. She even found the waterfall leading downward like a spiral staircase toward the lower floors.


    Ling Qingyu brought Zhao Xiurong to the handrail and put her elbows on it. Zhao Xiurong followed suit as both leaned forward and looked down.


    The floor''s temperature was cool in contrast to the brightened sun at its peak. The flowing water, breeze from the surroundings, and the perg served as a cooling function.


    The design and decoration was ingenious. In addition, Ling Qingyu nced around and also saw a huge vent near the entrance, both came out of.


    It also created an airflow, fanning away the heat.


    Sightseeing from a height was what humans sought after. Although Ling Qingyu''s mansion wasn''t too tall, being able to view and looked down everything around was addictive.


    She saw numerous beautiful vis, each exuding its brilliant unique architecture. Some hills and treelines surrounded the residence.


    She even wondered if she bought a telescope to view at night, would stargazing be beautiful?


    Athena''s voice broke her chains of thoughts. "Mom, Aunt Tang, and her group are arriving soon."


    Ling Qingyu saw through the ss, which zoomed in automatically, two huge ck trucks.


    Even from a distance, these figures appeared like tanks, rolling on the road. Ling Qingyu tilted her head toward Zhao Xiurong. "Sister Zhao, I''m going to meet up with Sister Tang and some visitors. Are youing along?"


    Zhao Xiurong shook her head. "No, I''ll stay here, enjoying the view. Go ahead on your own, Sister Ling."


    She didn''t want to disturb Ling Qingyu''s affairs even if she was invited. Based on Ling Qingyu''s tone, it might mean an official business.


    Of course, as an assistant, she was qualified to follow Ling Qingyu. Instead of bringing her along, Ling Qingyu invited her; Zhao Xiurong would be stupid to think she should participate.


    Today''s event along with her intuition told Zhao Xiurong, it might be Ling Qingyu''s private meeting.


    Hearing her secretary''s refusal, Ling Qingu raised her brows and smiled. Zhao Xiurong understood her best.


    It wasn''t that she desired to keep Zhao Xiurong out of her n; with Yang Qingyueing to her manor, the whole n might touch her secrets.


    Patting Zhao Xiurong''s shoulders, Ling Qingyu turned around and left. Sighing out as she didn''t have a good time to enjoy the view from the height.


    Out of the building, her eyes saw a small electric car, parked near the entrance. Like a vehicle, that golfers use during their game.


    A white streamlined chubby car sparked an idea. Since her residence was sorge, it was impossible to get around by walking, which wasted a lot of time.


    Hopping onto the vehicle and under Athena''s guidance, she turned on the vehicle and drove to the vi, which Tang Ziyi had chosen as their SWAT office or so.


    This vehicle was also brought alongside after buying the entire residence as gift by the Shen family.


    Ling Qingyu reckoned she possessed a dozen of them. As for where the rest of them were, she had no idea except her guards.


    Driving this cute EV, Ling Qingyu enjoyed the breeze passing by and arrived at the spot before Tang Ziyi''s convoy reached over.


    She turned off the electric car and waited. Well, she thought the convoy was near so she rushed before they made it.


    Now it appeared, they were still far away, still multiple roundabouts remaining.


    A few momentster, tworge trucks entered the residential gate and stopped in front of her electric vehicle.


    Ling Qingyu was speechless looking at the massive beast before her. When viewed from a distance, she knew it wasrge but never felt being suppressed.


    The mere height of these trucks instilled awe in her mind. She had read the specifications and knew its dimensions.


    But to watch closely and be able to touch, Ling Qingyu had a different sense. She got out of her EV and walked closer.


    Touching her chin as she studied the beast. She saw personnel dismounting from the vehicles. All dressed in ck special clothing and helmets with ballistic visors.


    Ling Qingyu nodded her head inwardly at Tang Ziyi''s meticulousness. One of the ck figures stepped forward and waved at her.


    She waved back, no idea who she was though, until the figure got closer and bent forward andughed hard.


    "Hah! I knew it. You couldn''t even distinguished who is who? I''m so sad you can''t even remember my height." The figure said.


    Hearing her voice and mockery, Ling Qingyu would be a fool if she couldn''t tell, it was Tang Ziyi.


    It was a mistake on her path too. With Tang Ziyi''s obvious height, Ling Qingyu should know straight away.


    "Alright, my bad. Good to see you back in one piece." Ling Qingyu hugged her, stunning Tang Ziyi for a while.


    "I think that''s enough, right?" Tang Ziyi struggled a little afterward and said in a dangerous tone.


    Ling Qingyu reluctantly withdrew her arms and sighed. "It''s just care and love from the younger sister. Why so serious?"


    "Heaven! Stop pouting. Oh!! Goosebumps. Oh!!" Tang Ziyi rubbed her arms in exaggeration and even patted the thigh.


    Ling Qingyu could only roll her eyes. At least, she was satisfied taking advantage of Tang Ziyi.


    If there was an achievement unlock, she was sure to receive the medal of teasing a demoness.


    Briefly ncing at everyone, Ling Qingyu noticed two figures dressed in police uniforms. It should be Yang Qingyue and her friend.


    Ling Qingyu patted Tang Ziyi''s shoulder. "Hey! I''m happy. We''re all happy. It''s hard work. Where''s Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu?"


    Tang Ziyi pointed at two ck figures heading her way, along with the two policewomen.


    This time, she distinguished immediately, who was who without any problems. She opened her arms and hugged them in turns, patting their back as support.


    Both hands with Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu in her arms, Ling Qingyu enjoyed the rare moment.


    Tang Ziyi separated her embrace and red at Ling Qingyu. Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu took off their helmet and hoods away, exchanging dubious nces at Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu.


    Now that the area was safe, everyone took off the helmets and hoods, breathing in deep air after releasing restraints.


    Some shook off their hair and cascaded them in the air. Yang Qingyue stared at Ling Qingyu, annoyed and displeased, yet helpless.


    Surely, her warning was in vain after speaking with Tang Ziyi to find out more about Ling Qingyu.


    From the overview of her narrative, it appeared Ling Qingyu was merciful but more dangerous than the gangs.


    The sad part for Yang Qingyue was Ling Qingyu supported her, which meant she couldn''t move her hands on this businesswoman, morally.


    The reason why she followed Tang Ziyi''s convoy was to have a good in-depth talk and solve any loopholes in a cradle.


    Ling Qingyu greeted first, shaking Yang Qingyue''s hands. "Hello Officers, we meet again. It shows fate has connected us together."


    On the inside, Ling Qingyu was happy¡ªbing a lover was better. In movies, when two strangers meet again and again, they are destined to be together.


    How about her current scenario? Well, too bad, not an idental meeting.


    "I''d rather not, after what we''ve been through." Yang Qingyue replied in dismay.


    "Please, don''t say these words to make me sad." Ling Qingyu said. "Who''s this fellow officer beside you?"


    "She''s Cai Ning. A friend from the capital to sort out my situation. Too bad things went contrary to my n."


    "Don''t think too much. n never works in the first ce." Ling Qingyu shrugged. "I think you''ve done a good job, except your enemies were too ruthless."


    In fact, Ling Qingyu understood Yang Qingyue''s opponents'' mindsets from their previous actions. It proved they weren''t willing to be a frog in a boiling pot and made a hasty counterattack.


    And it was damn effective if it weren''t for Ling Qingyu''s support. Alright, it was Tang Ziyi''s preparation which calmed the storm.


    "Hello, Miss Cai." Ling Qingyu waved at the other officer and shook hands with her. Studying Cai Ning''s demeanor, Ling Qingyu made a judgment¡ªCai Ning was more mature and reliable than Yang Qingyue.


    Her coldness in her temperament was more like a cover in Ling Qingyu''s eyes. She was certain, this girl''s heart would thaw in front of her beloved.


    Plus, Cai Ning was a beautiful girl too. A firm proud chest and upturned hips. Although the rest were hidden under the uniforms, Ling Qingyu pictured them in her mind.


    Ling Qingyu controlled her breathing after scanning Cai Ning''s figure. Perhaps, she really had a thing for uniforms.


    Sinceing to this world, Ling Qingyu had eaten various eye candies.


    "I suppose the officers haven''t eaten lunch yet. Why don''t you hop into my house?" Ling Qingyu walked ahead to the electric vehicle, not intending to receive a negative answer.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu declined and would eatter with the rest of the girls why they oversaw the arrangements here.

 Chapter 168: Talking with Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning

    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning couldn''t even speak before they hopped onto the cute EV with Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi.


    Perhaps this time Tang Ziyi was exhausted, she didn''t even bother to quarrel with her about who had the wheels.


    Ling Qingyu drove and heard Yang Qingyue''s voice. "Filthy rich. Having thisrge area ofnd and buildings. You''ve done well at your age."


    "Com''on. It''s not like with your background, your family didn''t own it." Ling Qingyu retorted. She understood Yang Qingyue''s words meant topliment her deeds.


    "That''s family, not a single person. And in the capital, it''s very hard for my family to buy like yours." Yang Qingyue replied.


    Ling Qingyu agreed with thetter part of the officer''s sentence. Her grand size of residence should cost at least thrice as much in the capital.


    Not mentioning, rarer avability ofnd, eligible to be bought. More background checks and strict monitoring were presumed to ur after buying the size she bought in Province N.


    These officials smelled money and would soon hover around like wolves seeing meat. Without a strong background in the officialdom, it was better to stay away and live instead in a small vi.


    "By the way, I almost forgot to congratte you on your promotion. Should I call you Chief Yang, now?" Ling Qingyu said with genuine praise.


    "Call me Miss Yang. We''re not having an official conversation."


    "Oohh," Ling Qingyu sighed and moaned. "I thought I could call Sister Yang."


    Tang Ziyi clicked her tongue and didn''t bother Ling Qingyu''s behavior. Speaking of, it appeared she controlled Ling Qingyu''s movement too much.


    It''s time to let go and enjoy life. It was just her adorable change in expression when Tang Ziyi prohibited that she fancied, watching.


    The group entered the manor, under the awestruck eyes of Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning. At least, that moment was always what satisfied Ling Qingyu''s self-esteem.


    Ling Qingyu quickly ordered Butler Lin to prepare for a meal again, including those for Su Ruomei, Jiang Yu and the rest of the group.


    Dining hall.


    Signaling Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning to take a seat, Ling Qingyu also decided on a snack¡ªfrench fries.


    Tang Ziyi, as always, took over the seat unscrupulously. Only in front of Denise or her mother, Tang Ziyi''s behavior could be fixed.


    Ling Qingyumented Tang Ziyi''s existence was really to raise her blood pressure. Though impolite to chat during the meals, Ling Qingyu started the topic since the maids hadn''t delivered yet.


    "Please. Don''t be too formal with me. Rx, officers." Ling Qingyu said. "Don''t watch me like I''m some sort of person who has only interest in the eyes."


    Ling Qingyu was definitely speechless at their estrangement, facing difficulties in narrowing the connection.


    Yang Qingyue snorted: "All businesspeople say the same word like yours. Only capital shines in your eyes."


    Tang Ziyi snickered from the sideline at Ling Qingyu meeting an obstacle. Unlike hers, whose background could quickly interrte with the two policewomen, Ling Qingyu had troubles.


    Cai Ning''s eye movement agreed with her friend''s words. Ling Qingyu spoke: "Hey, I''ll admit any capital sparks like a prairie fire in our heart, but my heart leans more toward humanities."


    Ling Qingyu noticed her words seemed to have no effect. In fact, Ling Qingyu believed interest was what connected people tightly, in contrast to her words.


    Should she be able toe up with a deal that Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning couldn''t bear to refuse, Ling Qingyupleted her goals.


    However, this world would be dull and boring if there wereck of empathy, sympathy, and kindness, if it ran solely on interest.


    "I promise, I won''t overstep on my path; I can guarantee it with my surname." Ling Qingyu said, although she didn''t give a damn about Ling family ancestry.


    But it dwindled the officers'' repulse against hers. The first step was done. It worked.


    Seeing the two on ears, Ling Qingyu coughed and slowly added. "We''ll be talking about what I wantter on after I show you my sincerity. By then, you can decide whether to ept my deals or not. And don''t bring in my help this morning to the equation. I don''t want anything out of it."


    Ling Qingyu added: "It''s also something to protect myself. If you fail, I and the rest of the honest businessperson will be in trouble in the future. Stability is what we sought for in Province N. Despite your action seemingly disturbing the ho nest, someone must do it one way or another in the future. So, what''s the matter with me giving some help."


    Ling Qingyu''s shrug caused Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning to stare at each other. The two had weird faces. What''s the matter?


    Ling Qingyu''s possessing armor vehicles and guns was a huge matter. Okay! It was their extreme tolerance in controlling their psychology that they showed no expression.


    Tang Ziyi already understood Yang Qingyue''s and Cai Ning''s inner thoughts and covered her mouth as she chuckled.


    Wandering her eyes back and forth between the two policewomen and Tang Ziyi, Ling Qingyu realized her gaffe and changed the topic.


    "Anyway, I''ve to thank you for doing this for three girls." Ling Qingyu said with a depressed voice. "They also express gratitude for your decisive actions because they are thinking they have toy low for the rest of their life, without any justice."


    Yang Qingyue had her eyes brightened, immediately knowing what Ling Qingyu was referring to. "Where are they now?"


    "Inside this manor, of course. I took them in for their securities before things were solved outside." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "A good decision." Yang Qingyue nodded. Her impression of Ling Qingyu began to slowly change.


    Initially, Yang Qingyue thought these girls were merely for Ling Qingyu''s chess moves. Now, to go to the extent, of protecting the victims personally, Ling Qingyu must also possess a strong sense of justice like hers.


    Cai Ning also softened her eyes as she gazed at Ling Qingyu, who was willing to go through fire and storm, not afraid of offending powerful forces after deciding to protect the girls.


    Even if there were agendas behind it, Ling Qingyu''s behavior received affirmations.


    Ling Qingyu continued: "Hmm, I almost forgot, Miss Yang. You know the three girls; would they have to show up on court? Regarding thew, I''m worried it will be difficult to achieve justice."


    Yang Qingyue waved her hand. "Please don''t worry. I''ll have a talk with themter and videotape their words as evidence. In the meantime, I beg Miss Ling to protect these girls and hope will do the same for others if I face a situation."


    Ling Qingyu nodded without wobbling around. "Of course. If you encounter any important witness, you can request help from me for protection."


    Yang Qingyue smiled and mouthed her gratitude: "Then, I''ll have to thank you a lot for Province N''sw and order. Oh, by the way, since the capital''s focus would press on the Province N soon, you need not worry the three girls wouldn''t have justice."


    "I reckon if you tell them yourself, it''s more assuring. Well, I know it''s embarrassing but I''m gonna take over one of your suspect''spany; I might be exploiting the situation here. I''m just saying in advance. If there''s any dereliction, I''ll inform you first." Lingyu smiled cheekily.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning twitched their eyelids. Good girl. Hadn''t finishedplimenting for long before you showed your tails, bothined.


    They understood what Ling Qingyu meant by exploiting. The usual business tactics taking advantage of the current situation.


    They really hoped Ling Qingyu''s deal wouldn''t cut their skins off during this visit.


    The maids'' entrance dissipated the work energy and everyone on the table prepared to eat.


    No need to be surprised. Tang Ziyi gobbled up everything before her, making others wonder if she chewed the food carefully.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t think much of Tang Ziyi''s hurried behavior, who spent a huge amount of calories during the mission. The adrenaline and brainpower consumed a lot.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning also ate rapidly. But their movements still retained elegance. They were also hungry after using so much of their brainpower facing so many troubles in the station.


    Watching them eat, Ling Qingyu also scooped a little each time. Except for Tang Ziyi, the others were preparing for a talk, nning pieces inside their mind.


    Ling Qingyu presumed Yang Qingyue had the decision-making power among the two policewomen. Not to mention, she was now an acting chief.


    However, Cai Ning''s presence mustn''t be underestimated. From the strict demeanor exhibited by Cai Ning and her high suspicions on strangers, Ling Qingyu assumed this one also had controls like veto powers.


    Whatever decision Yang Qingyue made could be overturned by her with one word. Although she didn''t seem like someone who always interfered, Yang Qingyue wanted her friend''s approval.


    Ling Qingyu nudged her forehead. Even though she had confidence things might work out well as she expected, she still had to persuade both policewomen.

 Chapter 169: For you

    After finishing the meals, Ling Qingyu stood up and took the lead, hugging Tang Ziyi''s arm forward as she whispered: "Do I have to hide our secrets? The underground?"


    Tang Ziyi repliedzily: "No worries. You can show them without any concerns. You know their characters. Plus, we can receive good favorability. And we''re only showing the underground parking lot."


    Ling Qingyu acknowledged Tang Ziyi''s words. By openly disying her secrets, she had shown her vulnerability and trust.


    Nodding her head after making a decision, Ling Qingyu turned her body to the two policewomen behind, who were curious about what she whispered yet gave her some privacy by staying away.


    Well, in the beginning, she nned to cover their head with hoods to prevent their vision while she led them underground.


    Perhaps, her act would drop the whole good impression, she painfully struggled to bring up.


    Her hard work went for naught, sinking in a ditch. That would be contrary to her desire.


    "So, I hope what you''re about to see next should stay with us. As part of my sincerity, I''m showing my secrets." Ling Qingyu talked to the two policewomen and followed Tang Ziyi''s lead.


    The group walked toward the garage area. Yang Qingyue shook her head exaggeratedly, "You''re really willful."


    Ling Qingyu: "¡­"


    She was confused about Yang Qingyue''smentation while Cai Ning gave a helpless smile about her friend.


    Ling Qingyu looked at her garage and found nothing. There were two ck Bentleys, that she ordered before from the showroom.


    These weren''t avable when she bought them and were only delivered after a few days. Rows of Mercedes vehicles of various sses¡ªMaybach luxury sedan, Pullman to station wagon and van.


    Another row consisted of Range Rovers. All the vehicles were used by her guards and staff in the manor. Ling Qingyu scratched the back of her head.


    Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes at Ling Qingyu''s behavior,pletely inexplicable about why this talented businesswoman bought the manor in the first ce.


    She wouldn''t point too much if it was a mansion but wasting space and money for thisrge area wasn''t worth it in her eyes.


    How did she know the main reason for the purchase was attributed to the secret realm, produced by Miss System for Ling Qingyu?


    Hmm, she admitted it felt good, staying away from traffic and constricted feeling from living very close to the neighbor.


    She was able to breathe in deep natural air without any pollutants and even smell the earthen soil and grass.


    Forget it¡ªshe thought too simply. There were insane benefits in the long run. She figured out why these politicians and wealthy personnel strove to own a big manor like Ling Qingyu.


    It was all for the future. For their retirement or for their future generation; maybe both. Who knew?


    Yang Qingyue''s head didn''t find any advantages of real estate apart from a secure andfortable home. If Ling Qingyu heard her inner monologue, she might have been speechless.


    Girl, you were so good at ying politics but you don''t know the basics of money? Ling Qingyu''s exact words.


    Tang Ziyi clicked on some kind of mechanism, opening a pathway toward the unknown. Ling Qingyu raised her brows.


    As an owner, she had heard from Athena and Tang Ziyi but had never seen it personally. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning exchanged worried nces.


    Ling Qingyu hid too deep!


    The tunnel was obviously for the vehicle pathway. Tang Ziyi picked up one of the car keys and got into the Mercedes.


    The rest followed suit and entered the vehicle. Seeing everyone had mounted in, Tang Ziyi drove straight through the threshold, formed not long ago.


    Ling Qingyu was worried whether Tang Ziyi''s decision might unveil more than necessary but gave her trust after realizing Tang Ziyi understood the proportion more than hers.


    Silence prevailed inside the car. None of them wanted to speak as they were immersed in the lights passing by.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning were more than speechless at Ling Qingyu''s disy, but it was true they felt her genuine emotion of unveiling before them.


    Although Ling Qingyu would look back and re at them as a warning, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning seemed to be shot by bullets Ling Qingyu''s cuteness.


    Howe the most ruthless businesswoman, showed such an adorable side? Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue smiled even more.


    The sedan slowed down and halted. Tang Ziyi exited the vehicle without saying a word. The rest walked on foot but the two policewomen paused.


    Ling Qingyu noticed themotion behind and didn''t say anything because if she weren''t also notified, she would likely have the same reaction, provided she were also Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning.


    Ling Qingyu exhaled in relief as Tang Ziyi didn''t show much. Anyway, the secrets unveiled were very smallpared to her entire underground realm, possessing the entire residential area.


    The outsiders like the two policewomen should likely attribute this ce as an underground bunker to shelter from air raids and attacks.


    Behold in front of the groupsy arrays of dozens of cars lined up parallel and the reason the scene stumped the two officers was these were police vehicles, already painted and fully equipped.


    There were so many questions flying over the heads of Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning right now.


    The impact was so great. Of course, worries were included. What did Ling Qingyu mean by showing these cars to them?


    "Didn''t you like to say your police department is under-equipped? Let me change it for you with these new vehicles?" Ling Qingyu began the topic since the group went quiet for a while.


    Yang Qingyue pointed her fingers at these cars and back to herself, still in disbelief: "You meant these belong to me."


    Ling Qingyu said with a nod. "Yes, all the vehicles here belong to you. To be honest, if you weren''t the chief, I wouldn''t even bother. We all understand how corrupt the situation can be, but you are different."


    Ling Qingyu swore she was indeed down to earth, expressing her reasons. It wasn''t because the chief was a woman.


    "I heard from the PI (Private Investigator), that you bought so many cars from the showrooms. I just thought your purchase was for your staff or yourpany. Part of mine also thought you were being willful in spending money. Never thought¡­" Yang Qingyue shook her head at a loss for words. "En..Forgive my investigation though."


    "No worries. Your PI sucks anyway. He was found out by my guards as soon as we left." Ling Qingyu said calmly,pletely forgetting if it weren''t for her guards'' and Tang Ziyi''s expertise, she would never know.


    Yang Qingyue was embarrassed for a while, hearing Ling Qingyu''s interpretation of the PI she sent.


    The man she asked for was a friend who she made in Province N, even dering his ability was top-notch.


    Faced with Ling Qingyu''s guards, his cover was blown from the beginning. She didn''t know whether she should report his skills for his future mission or be ashamed for him.


    Of course, Yang Qingyue wasn''t too discouraged since Ling Qingyu''s guards weren''t normal. Just simply look at Tang Ziyi.


    Their reconnaissance capability mustn''t be underestimated. Yang Qingyue didn''t know the biggest one with superb reconnaissance ability in the modern world was Athena.


    At least her PI friend was correct in saying top-notch but merely among civilians.


    Yang Qingyue stepped forward, her hands on her waist. Cai Ning followed a step behind. The two observed the vehicle and drew cold breaths.


    At first, they were shocked by the police paint-job color of their department. After scrutinizing each vehicle, they were amazed.


    The models Ling Qingyu bought were all thetest 2023 or very close. Given the attention Yang Qingyue received from the public, her police fleet oftest model would make another headline.


    Not to mention, they were famous brands: Jaguar, Volvo and BMW. All originated from Alyssia Continent and had reputations among the consumers.


    Not their Country C brand just to make up a gap in their prior fleet. Her current fleet was destroyed or damaged, needing repairs.


    As a prefecture-level police department, their station only possessed just more than a dozen cars, pretty patheticpared to other prefecture cities in other provinces.


    "So, you''re telling me you bought all these vehicles, simply to donate to the police." Yang Qingyue said.


    Ling Qingyu shook her head and replied: "Not all police forces or stations or departments. It''s only for you. Of course, as a responsible citizen, I must provide help as much as I can for the well-being of Province N."


    Yang Qingyue was confused: "You mean, it''s all because of me."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. "Not wrong. Without your presence, I wouldn''t even bother to help except for self-protection. Like I said, it''s fate that we met and I felt close to you."


    Hearing Ling Qingyu''s words, Yang Qingyue lowered her eyes, feeling inexplicable. The underlying meaning of Ling Qingyu was that everything was a gift to her.


    She understood Ling Qingyu''s personality despite her precognition of businesspeople. This woman known for her ruthless method in business and cold toward others also had a sense of proportion.


    She was no longer worried about the deals. Not to mention, she had a guess¡ªprobably licensing her guards to bear firearms legally.


    Since she arrived at the manor, she and Cai Ning also discovered holstered pistols on the guards'' waists. These were tell-tale signs of the next negotiations but they didn''t point them out and merely waited for Ling Qingyu.


    Now, she wondered why Ling Qingyu paid close attention to her. It seemed it might not be what she expected in the first ce. Her heart traced a bit of warmth as she realized in the quagmire of Province N, she still had powerful ally behind her back.


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 Chapter 170: Cai Ning senses something

    Ling Qingyu''s eyes were drawn to Yang Qingyue''s standing figure, her hands on her hips as she looked down, shuffling her feet.


    Shuffling her feet? Ling Qingyu''s eyes beamed. Her behavior of loss for words was so adorable.


    Cai Ning''s eyes flickered as she nced at her friend and Ling Qingyu several times, especially Ling Qingyu who was in stupor mode.


    Sensing a piercing heat ray, Ling Qingyu''s eyes turned toward the source and discovered Cai Ning''s suspicious gaze.


    Her face blushed as if her inner secret had been discovered. But her eyes didn''t forget to enjoy Cai Ning''s body and Ling Qingyu returned a smile.


    Cai Ning''s lips twitched. Before, she merely had a suspicion. It was at this moment she realized where she felt this weirdness.


    All came from Ling Qingyu. Her eyes wandered back and forth between her close friend and the female President. She was in deep conflict.


    Should she sell her friend for benefits? It appeared these benefits were so huge even she had difficulty controlling her breathing.


    Well, Yang Qingyue was okay anyway. There was no way she could be bullied. Cai Ning decided to hide her discovery.


    Afterbining previous rumors about Ling Qingyu, she fathomed her realization might just be the truth.


    Ling Qingyu''s ruthlessness and cold aura around her expelled away many of her suitors. Many men had a hard time talking with her strong demeanor. But she was always soft to the females.


    It was known widely that Ling Qingyu remained single and had never experienced love. Which richdies hadn''t she seen messing around with men?


    Even if they weren''t serious, they were still flirtatious. Ling Qingyu''s behavior was the opposite. She appeared like a strong woman with boundaries, regarding her rtionship.


    Cai Ningughed at the rumors. It wasn''t a boundary. It was because their cold President was bent. No one knew about Ling Qingyu''s interest.


    Unexpectedly, her friend blew up Ling Qingyu''s cover. Cai Ning clicked her tongue but didn''t intend to disrupt.


    Old Ling Qingyu: Heaven! The olddy just stays clean and focuses on her career. Not what you think. Don''t judge me with another personality.


    While Ling Qingyu waited for Yang Qingyue to express her meaning, she didn''t know her hidden attribute was already seen through.


    Tang Ziyi, who was staying on the sideline, had a panoramic view. She saw what was happening, particrly Cai Ning''s interested expression and her eyes full of teasing.


    She didn''t save Ling Qingyu''s ass not because she wanted to destroy Ling Qingyu''s character.


    It was more like a small meal before a real set came in. If Ling Qingyu desired to pursue her love, she must exhibit her interest.


    Right now, with Cai Ning''s wait-and-see attitude, Ling Qingyu would have a better time navigating.


    With Cai Ning''s knowledge, it would be Ling Qingyu''s help in the future. Tang Ziyiprehended Ling Qingyu thoroughly more than anyone else except for that mysterious one.


    For now, in spite of Ling Qingyu fawning over Yang Qingyue, she wasn''t head over heels yet. She had ambitions, dreams and burning visions, which Ling Qingyu had no idea of at the moment.


    Tang Ziyi could see the raging undercurrent swirling inside. Perhaps, the mysterious one chose this person.


    Only after several interactions, Tang Ziyi discovered this from Ling Qingyu. She hadn''t even told Xiao Yue yet. But who knew whether her little girl might also find the incredibleness like hers.


    Tang Ziyi coughed, beckoning everyone''s attention, and smiled. Sure enough, Cai Ning''s inner turmoil also dissipated and she became serious.


    Tang Ziyi was about to speak before being cut off by Yang Qingyue


    "Wait, wait! Miss Ling. I don''t know the exact expense of how much you have paid but why do you have to go through all this? Just donate the money and we''ll solve our transportation. The taxes, you paid mustn''t be small." Yang Qingyu patted her forehead and said with annoyance.


    "It doesn''t matter. I don''t think I wasted money on you." Ling Qingyu replied with a shrug. "And who doesn''t know the corrupt atmosphere among your officials? Until how many cuts, will there be an effect?"


    Ling Qingyu continued: "I''m not saying I don''t trust you. You see, apart from you and your friend here, I reallyck confidence in your department."


    Yang Qingyue didn''t speak because everything was the truth. Even, she as a chief, didn''t have yet a clear understanding except for her closerades, most of whom were in the hospital currently.


    "It''s no big deal for me to spend money for a greater effect." Ling Qingyu was right. Since earning hundreds of millions from Athena''s trading every day with a billion input, Ling Qingyu no longer saw money as important.


    Plus, she hadn''t utilized one-tenth of Miss System''s trillion yuan. What''s the matter with showering money for Yang Qingyue too? Ling Qingyu tapped her chin.


    "In the end, these are purposely manufactured for civilians; our station had to modify everything from scratch." Yang Qingyue said.


    "Do you think that a party who can produce two armored trucks couldn''t even aplish modifications?" Ling Qingyu narrowed her eyes.


    Yang Qingyue realized her stupidity. She forgot this infuriating Ling Qingyu also had these abilities.


    "Don''t worry about modifications. I''m sure both of you will be very satisfied with us." Tang Ziyi interrupted.


    "Is it you, Sister Tang, who did the modification?" Cai Ning asked but her style of addressing Tang Ziyi smoked Ling Qingyu''s hair.


    What sister? When did these girls be familiar?


    "Yes and no." Tang Ziyi answered. "I took part and gave advice. The rest werepletely done by our great scientist."


    Tang Ziyi would never forget the credit, which was supposed to belong to Athena. Ling Qingyu nodded, satisfied with Tang Ziyi''s reply.


    Even though Athena wasn''t a living being, both Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu treated her as their daughter.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning nced at each other inexplicably. This wasn''t the first time, Tang Ziyi mentioned this great one whose technological talent ceased to surprise them.


    The main issue was Ling Qingyu hid the talent''s identity for unknown reasons, piquing their interest. Judging from Ling Qingyu''s nonchnt expression, manufacturing vehicles was a simple task and many more mysteries remained.


    Merely seeking help from this expert was sufficient for Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning to enter cooperation. To be honest, it was unexpected for Ling Qingyu to support Yang Qingyue from so many angles, without any returns yet, at least from her perspective.


    Cai Ning, on the other hand, thought Ling Qingyu was interesting and suitable to connect with each other.


    In addition, she really didn''t want Ling Qingyu to be their enemy. It would be the worst nightmare, after seeing more and more.


    If Ling Qingyu heard her opinion, she would exim to prove her innocence. She had her own moral code in her line of work. And in front of the beautifuldies, where could she bear to be a viiness?


    "Twodies, as you can see," Tang Ziyi said, not addressing them as officers, "we have various brands of cars from Jaguars, BMW to Volvo, and several different sses. Suitable for any roles."


    Cai Ning raised her hands and asked: "Why not just buy one brand instead of grouping up different carpanies? How do we deal with spare parts and maintenance?"


    "A good question. You should ask the boss."


    Tang Ziyi looked over at Ling Qingyu with ming eyes. When she saw Ling Qingyu buying vehicles, she thought it was for herself and didn''t say more.


    After knowing Ling Qingyu aimed these cars for donations, Tang Ziyi almost swore. Ling Qingyu definitely wanted to see the repairing process difficult.


    Well, it was a logistical nightmare, not an impossibility. Besides, people wanted to donate whatever they desired but she didn''t me Cai Ning for asking.


    Ling Qingyu touched her nose in embarrassment. How could she think so much? She meekly bought the brands she had fancied in her previous life and decided to be willful.


    And she had seen numerous police forces around the world, also using different brands too. What was wrong with hers?


    Maintenance issues? No problem, Ling Qingyu thought. Athena would solve everything.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning also followed Tang Ziyi''s gaze. Their eyes expecting answers. Seeing Ling Qingyu''s ashamed gestures and coughing a little, they already knew.


    "I want to enrich our police force reputation!" Ling Qingyu uttered.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning had question marks floating over their heads. What does having more car brands have to do with reputation?


    Although people would indeed look up to them for owning luxury cars to be their patrol vehicles, they had no idea what was inside Ling Qingyu''s head.


    "Well, forget about those unimportant issues, shall we?" Tang Ziyi cut to the chase. With the trio''s weirdbination, today''s meeting might get nowhere.


    And what was the matter with Ling Qingyu, who excelled so much in public speaking? She didn''t find her having troubles, divorcing from fianc¨¦e, and hustling with her enemies during the shareholders meeting.


    Cat got her tongue? Tang Ziyi blew the air, looking at Yang Qingyue.

 Chapter 171: Police vehicles modification

    "Well, forget about those unimportant issues, shall we?" Tang Ziyi cut to the chase.


    Receiving the three''s attention, Tang Ziyi carried on, introducing the vehicles. "I suppose no one is interested that much in the vehicle''s original specifications. Let''s go to the modifications."


    Even though Ling Qingyu had no ideas and nothing here was rted to her, she was interested.


    Back in her world, Ling Qingyu also had a curiosity for the police fleet and not much of the secrets among the modifications were known.


    It was an opportunity to hear Tang Ziyi exin in detail.


    Tang Ziyi walked up near the Jaguar saloon and opened the co-driver''s door. "Come on. Hop inside. Let''s start with the interior."


    Seeing Tang Ziyi enter the vehicle, the rest of the girls followed suit. Yang Qingyue took the driver''s seat; Ling Qingyu and Cai Ning naturally took the backseat while Ling Qingyu stayed directly behind Yang Qingyue.


    Cai Ning narrowed her eyes andunched a piercing gaze. Ling Qingyu looked back nervously¡ªif she was imagining Cai Ning making fun of her, not sure for the moment but her sixth sense spoke so.


    "Jaguar Vehicle, sedan ss, XF model." Tang Ziyi pointed out devices on the dashboard.


    Pointing at the collective buttons with various numbersbeled, Tang Ziyi pressed one of them. Ling Qingyu reckoned these numbers represented codes used by the police.


    ording to Tang Ziyi''s exnation, these were for the siren lights and sounds. Based on the user''s choice, they could change the color of the lightbar and LED strobes¡ªblue, yellow, red, orbinations.


    Yang Qingyue pressed them, listening to Tang Ziyi''s instruction. She could observe within the vehicle, lights flickering nonstop. Red, Blue, or abination of both.


    When she tried the sirens sound, a loud wail echoed across the hall. Tang Ziyi guided her to the buttons on the steering wheels.


    "Initially, you know these buttons are for luxury purposes and after fixing these, you can change the tone, try it." Tang Ziyi said.


    Yang Qingyue did as told, listening to wails changing to yelps, two tones and rumblers. Like a child having a new toy, she pressed everything.


    Merely having siren functions had exceeded their police force in terms of wealth and equipment. Yang Qingyue shook her head in dismay.


    "It''s better to be LED lights than our conventional Halogen ones in the police force." Yang Qingyue sighed.


    "It''s true. Halogen causes unnecessary heating and can''t be turned on for a long time. LED lights are simple and effective." Tang Ziyi voiced her thoughts. "Alright, let''s go to the next one. This is the PEDputer, which you can ess to the police database."


    PED¡ªPortable Electronic Device


    Tang Ziyi drew out the small foldedptop or tablets with keyboards already embedded inside the board; Ling Qingyu had no idea. Everything seemed so new as this was her first time to experience what was inside a police vehicle though these were her cars.


    The PED didn''t take up too much space, sufficient for the task. Even phone stands were fixed on the dashboard for the officers to put their equipment on.


    Yang Qingyue''s eyes brightened as if she had already seen the scenes her officers had easier ess and saved time toplete the job.


    Listening to Tang Ziyi''s guidance, Yang Qingyue saw a radar gun equipped to enforce speedingws, attached to the vehicle to check others. The most intriguing part was the two spotlights above the side mirrors.


    As Tang Ziyi taught how to control one from the co-pilot side, Yang Qingyue learned easily. It could rotate 360 degrees except being limited by the car itself.


    These spotlights didn''t need the officers to be on foot to scan around at night patrol, increasing efficiency and reducing the officer''s risk.


    Tang Ziyi also admitted she took inspiration from Country A''s police fleet. Yang Qingyuemented as expected of Country A.


    A small upgrade had brought huge convenience for the police force. And the surprising part was these were just a few during modifications.


    Tang Ziyi stepped out and let Yang Qingyue open the trunk. The group studied the trunk space. "We didn''t modify anything here except the storage ces for cones and medkits. The rest you can keep modifying."


    Tang Ziyi patted the doors and knocked on the windows. "The doors are bulletproof and can withstand a small caliber. For arger caliber, inside this door, ker is put in. As for the windows, they''re simr, except that it''s one-way bullet ss, which means the officer inside can shoot through the ss from inside but bullets from outside will be stopped.


    Another ssyer is also there to prove increased protections."


    "That''s a great innovation," Cai Ning said. Yang Qingyue nodded, seeing the implications and how the deadly situation could change with Tang Ziyi''s modification.


    Like a veteran car salesman, Tang Ziyi introduced every specs and utility. "If you want to bring more space for better storage or provide shelter for K-9 units, you can modify in the wagon and SUV yourself. I''m not going to show these cars to you because they undergo the same process."


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning nodded in understanding. From the interior to the exterior, the topic went.


    Ling Qingyu knew police fleet modifications weren''t simple and as expected, the engine had been reced with a more powerful one. The chassis underneath had been strengthened to cope with increasing weight due to modifications.


    The reced wheels had better tractions and capabilities. A supercharger was included to enhance the eleration rate for the heavy vehicle to keep up during pursuit.


    Tang Ziyi stated, it could go from 0 to 100 km/hr within 4-5 seconds. That was a damn eleration rate for the upgraded vehicle.


    In addition, the ample battery source must be high enough to support high energy consumption.


    Of course,st but not least, Tang Ziyi showed everyone the inte system to speak with the public from the microphone loud and clear.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning were lost for words as they surrounded the vehicle again and again.


    "How much do these modifications cost?" Yang Qingyue asked finally, with aplicated expression.


    When Tang Ziyi thought for a while and gave an answer, both officers gasped. Even Ling Qingyu gasped though she knew it would never cost so expensive with Athena''s help.


    But what Tang Ziyi mentioned was the market price and the number was a friendly number, calcting only the expenses.


    Outside, who knew how much they would increase to gain profits from modifying the police fleet? Ling Qingyu now understood why some countries didn''t go through modification at all.


    "Why don''t you drive around our residence to taste what''s it like to be inside?" Tang Ziyi suggested.


    Yang Qingyue nodded and got in. This time, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning took the front seat.


    After Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi sat in the backseat, Yang Qingyue pushed the start button.


    "I almost forgot. It''s not important but vital for officers on the scene when they left the vehicle." Tang Ziyi remembered the key important upgrade after seeing the ignition.


    "If you stretch your hand underneath and a little further, you''ll grasp some kind of key, which you''ll pull it off when you park the police vehicles and allow the vehicles'' function to turn on while you can go do your stuff without worrying someone stealing your vehicle."


    Yang Qingyue tried and sensed a metallic structure. She pulled out the key and looked at Tang Ziyi, who nodded back. She tried to move gears or steering wheels. All failed without notions.


    This key was the lock to allow the police officer to park with the car engine turned on without fearing someone would rob the vehicle.


    "To be honest, the electronic button ignition methodplicated this system. If it is a key ignition, simply press the locks and remove the keys. But the process is the same." Tang Ziyi added.


    "I never knew there were so manyplexities and puzzles hidden inside a simple police car." Ling Qingyu said while in deep thought.


    A police car contained these secrets. What would the cars of secret units protecting VVIPs have?


    Humans were capable of inventions nonstop. The most rhetorical fact was invention came from the idea of to kill one another and protect themselves.


    "Now you know," Tang Ziyi patted her shoulders. Afterward, Tang Ziyi exined the remaining function provided by the car brand itself, receiving Yang Qingyue''sint.


    Cai didn''t speak but her expression sent the same message.


    "This is too ssy and luxurious. Even massage is included?" Yang Qingyue was speechless. "Some consoles have unnecessary redundant functions."


    Tang Ziyi shrugged. "I can''t help; the fault lies with the automaker industry."


    Tang Ziyi understood Yang Qingyue was referring to luxury content such as wireless charging, but she believed in the future police officers would rarely want other vehicles.


    It''s better to be rich than frugal. Police officers were also human and they had desires too.


    Ling Qingyu watched the two policewomen tweak with the vehicles for a while until they began to drive out the way they came in.


    Tang Ziyi didn''t forget to describe the vehicles'' remaining functions, such as a 360-degree monitoring camera to weave through congested space and a GPS system which was upgraded to connect with the police control center if needed.


    In fact, Tang Ziyi could finish them and deliver the ready-made product but it was better for the police system to be handled by the police force itself.


    Ling Qingyu advised the software which could simplify the police work and reduce unnecessary energy, promising she coulde up with a product upon request.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning didn''t express refusal to test out Ling Qingyu''s mentioned integrated control system among their units.


    They expressed wait-and-see attitude.

 Chapter 172: Yang Qingyues skills

    The Jaguar Sedan leaving the garage drew eyes from the guards but the attention was on the police car sight rather than the vehicle itself.


    At first, they were puzzled at the armored truck presence with the policebel. Now, what was the matter with police car existing inside their residence?


    Had President Ling worked alongside the police? Until Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu exined clearly, no one could understand.


    But what assured Ling Qingyu was none of the staff would release the secrets to the outside. She noticed not a single one took out their phones to record the scenes.


    Seeing Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu inside, the guards didn''t make a fuss and opened the gate. Yang Qingyue drove out of the manor and pressed the brake.


    Her hands rubbing around the steering wheel, Yang Qingyue asked excitedly, "Miss Ling, can I drive around the neighborhood without a problem?"


    Didn''t know why she had a bad premonition. But seeing Yang Qingyue requesting her with enthusiastic eyes, Ling Qingyu nodded her head.


    Yang Qingyue smiled and her smile seemed to hit Ling Qingyu hard. Too bad the moment didn''tst long.


    Yang Qingyue mmed her foot on the elerator and the car shot out like a rocket, leaving tire screeches behind.


    The guards blinked their eyes nonstop, perplexed at what happened. They began to worry until Tang Ziyi''s voice appeared on the radio: "Don''t worry, we''re just running the test. New modification."


    Meanwhile, inside the sedan, the atmosphere was in contrast to the guards'' feeling. Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu found their back buried in the cushion.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes widened, scared at the sudden outburst. While Tang Ziyi''s eye traveled to the speedometer every now and then.


    Cai Ning gripped the handrails above her on the right as the other squeezed the cushion under the seat.


    The three of them were not feeling well as Yang Qingyue drove like a maniac. No one was warned. Although everyone knew she wanted to test-drive, no one expected her style to be frightening.


    The three had the same expression as they watched Yang Qingyue putting in more and more gas.


    Fortunately, the entire residence belonged to Ling Qingyu and there were no bystanders on the roads or streets after Tang Ziyi''s warning.


    Of course, it was for this reason, Yang Qingyue went crazy. As a police chief, why wouldn''t she understand clearly the danger of reckless driving?


    Hmph, she also wanted to wear small shoes for Ling Qingyu. Didn''t you say having money was great and could aplish whatever you desired? Now, could you deal with me, Yang Qingyue snorted.


    Ling Qingyu''s face turned pale but she didn''t dare to scream like a little girl. What if Tang Ziyi captured her embarrassing moment?


    At around the bend, Yang Qingyue still didn''t decrease the speed. She turned the steering wheel, perfectingpleting the turn, except for tire screeches and almost skidding stage.


    Yang Qingyue pressed the buttons for the siren and drove around. Only at the bend around 90 degrees, would Yang Qingyue slow down.


    She even tested out the siren sounds, including the rumblers which their department hadn''t used yet, and was satisfied.


    Before she was merely testing the vehicle''s limit and discovered she had underestimated it.


    Ling Qingyu & Tang Ziyi: So, you were just testing?


    The modified tires easily aplished what she desired. Yang Qingyue began to attempt harsher maneuvers.


    Like a police car in a police chase under extreme speed, the Jaguar punched through, skidding on the asphalt road.


    Outside, onlookers, all of whom were rted to Ling Qingyu, watched the sudden police vehicle''s presence, with lights and sirens on, shing blue and red, roaming around in the residence.


    Some cover their mouths with their hands, seeing the car dangerously turning. Sometimes, they gasped as the car drifted with precision.


    The police car swerved around on the open wide road as if depicting a vehicle mingling through congested traffic with great speed.


    The driver showed precise control and expertise in her skills. After whirling around the residence for a quarter of an hour, the vehicle finally came to a stop in front of the manor gate and slowly entered, killing its siren.


    Yang Qingyue parked the vehicle and looked at everyone with a smirk. "Everything is perfect, just to our liking? How''s my driving skills?"


    The three girls'' faces weren''t good. In fact, Yang Qingyue did it on purpose, wanting to hear Ling Qingyu scream.


    But Ling Qingyu never did. Never once did she open her mouth. Yang Qingyue didn''t know if she was too frightened.


    "You bastard!" Her friend beside her seat screamed instead and hit her shoulder.


    "What''s wrong?" Yang Qingyue was puzzled.


    "We just ate not long ago and your driving made us insane." Cai Ning pressed her stomach and nudged her temples, not bothering to care her voice from making an impression.


    Tang Ziyi also nodded her head. Among the four, Ling Qingyu should be the one who had never experienced a high-speed chase or simr.


    But Tang Ziyi wasn''t spared from feeling dizziness. She was the worst, gobbling all the food in the stomach.


    She didn''t expect letting Yang Qingyue to test out driving became this situation. Her whitened face wiping away the cold sweats, embarrassed Yang Qingyue.


    Yang Qingyue indeed forgot. Because she was the one driving, she didn''t suffer the consequences.


    Ling Qingyu suffered the least with words ranging in her mind nonstop. Female driver! Female Driver!


    So, three livid faces stared at Yang Qingyue, causing her to cough and change the topic. "The suspension is perfect. Driving fast has no problem at all. Driving slow is afort and luxury. I think many officers will like your donated vehicles, Ms. Ling."


    "Don''t change your topic. You haven''t even bothered to apologize." Cai Ning strangled Yang Qingyue from the sides. Tang Ziyi also participated.


    Ling Qingyu thought for a while and got involved. Pulling and pushing around the car, Yang Qingyue was in a mess until she begged for mercy.


    Yang Qingyue giggled nonstop until she eximed, with losing breath. "Oh No! Stop, please stop! I lose, okay?!"


    "Call us sisters, then we''ll stop." Ling Qingyu struck the iron while it was hot.


    Tang Ziyi, hearing Ling Qingyu''s voice, paused, twitched her lips, and continued tickling Yang Qingyue.


    Cai Ning also heard Ling Qingyu but she didn''t care.


    "Sisters, the younger sister begs for mercy." Yang Qingyue didn''t know what to say as long as she relieved those itches.


    In a confined space, no matter how talented her skills were, everything was useless. Besides, the four of them were kidding around.


    Until a few momentster, the four women stopped and breathed heavily, satisfied with releasing stress.


    Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue felt the obvious. The burdens on their shoulders appeared to have not existed in the first ce.


    Sometimes, adults should y along like kids without caring about the world''s view. They lost their inner child, facing life and walking on the road to survive.


    The innocence of a child is precious and the one retaining it no matter the current, will always feel happy to live.


    Of course, minimum vignce against society is necessary even if one retains the inner child''s dream. After all, it is what builds you to be a human being.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning, deeply understood this meaning and the reason why their parents tried to dy them as much as possible from the raining out of the cloud.


    Too mature and too innocent could lead to destruction. Bnce is the way.


    Although some argued being mature was the best, in life, when the strings were too stretched, it wasn''t far from being broken¡ªa single unrted poke was enough to destroy everything.


    "Alright, sisters. Do you hear what I just said before?" Yang Qingyue said, heaving breath in the middle of the sentences.


    Everyone shook their heads. Where did they have the time to process the information Yang Qingyue sent out, especially when their brains were fumed with retaliating Yang Qingyue?


    Yang Qingyue could only restate her words, affirming the vehicle''s spec and her feelings when driving.


    The farce was over and no one med Yang Qingyue too much. Everyone understood her skills in high-speed driving, plus her background.


    Understanding stayed understanding, it didn''t mean the three of them would ept being whirled around inside the vehicle. So the following situation unfolded.


    "Hmm, there is a tiny problem. Because the car is painted in ck, the police car with ck paint is usually attributed to special police." Yang Qingyue rubbed her chin and said.


    Tang Ziyi cast a pair ofining eyes at Ling Qingyu, who shrugged her shoulders and rubbed her nose.


    As someone who fancied ck color and thought the color represented luxury, royalty and ss, Ling Qingyu chose the color ck when she bought these vehicles.


    Everyone also knew her favorite color when they discovered none of the cars had other colors except ck. The red Bugatti was selectively ignored.


    "Anyway, make your vehicle special police. Based on our Province N situation, a special task force is needed somehow." Ling Qingyu muttered, not thinking her choice of color was terrible.

 Chapter 173: Each gets their benefit

    Actually, it wasn''t an issue for Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning. They could simply repaint everything.


    But having driven this ck Jaguar, Yang Qingyue immediately fell in love and also thought ck looked cool.


    Hearing Ling Qingyu''s perfunctory suggestion, Yang Qingyue had her eyes brightened. Yes, why not change her department fleet style?


    Although under centralization, everything was uniform in the police force, her situation in Province N demanded autonomy to achieve more sess.


    So, the n was indeed usible. She wasn''t trying to change the entire police force anyway.


    Prefecture City level reform shouldn''t meet too many repercussions. A new public image could whitewash previous bad reputations.


    With the new chief in position, it seemed a new outlook could be the first step to gaining more public trust.


    Her prior sess, despite nearly costing her career, achieved tremendous sess and heightened her prestige among the public and within the police force.


    Combined with her vast background in the capital plus her mother''s backing, she was another force to be reckoned with.


    Thendscape of Province N would be in turmoil soon and the storm brew under the current.


    Yang Qingyue waved her hand,pletely rxed. "It doesn''t matter. Miss Ling''s advice is not bad¡­.hmm¡­Sister Ling''s advice."


    Yang Qingyue changed the style of address after seeing Ling Qingyu''s ming eyes. Since showered by candies, she should reciprocate a little, right?


    Yang Qingyue still hadn''t found out the real Ling Qingyu''s attributes. Didn''t know if she would regret it in the future, giving her predator a chance.


    "I saw many vehicles painted in the same color with our logos. How many are you donating, Sister Ling?" Cai Ning asked the main point.


    After ying around for some time, they could call sister to each other. Girls'' friendship is indeed fast.


    Regarding Cai Ning''s inquiry, Ling Qingyu wasn''t sure. All she knew was she bought more than 80 vehicles.


    Before she was about to ask Athena for an answer, Tang Ziyi took her ce: "30 Jaguar sedan simr to this plus 10 station wagon. 10 BMWs¡ª 5 of them sedans and the other 5 wagons. Thest 20 are Volvo''s SUVs and wagons. You knew in one of the countries in Alyssia Continent, the Volvo wagon ranked 9.2 out of 10 among the various vehicles tested for the police work."


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning gasped hearing the answer. Altogether there were 70 vehicles donated and Ling Qingyu didn''t blink an eye! What kind of magnanimous disy?


    If every rich had at least 10 percent of Ling Qingyu''s kindness, there would be very little crime. It might be an overstatement to some but the reality was the case.


    Were the rich wrong to ignore the plight of the people? No, they weren''t. They donated in many areas where people couldn''t see or maybe not.


    Their money meant their decisions.


    Of course, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ningmented the rich inside Province N. Should they cooperate like Ling Qingyu with the police, where would be the current mess?


    Instead, they exploited the situation and gained more wealth. This was also the reason, Ling Qingyu had some reluctance to connect with Shen family.


    The current and former Ling Qingyu felt the same. It felt like dancing around thezy tiger and poking its butt.


    Finally, Yang Qingyue said. "It''s too much but since Sister Ling says so, I''ll be disrespectful."


    Ling Qingyu said with a smile. "Naturally, this isn''t the only donation. I can put in some funds if you ever need my help. Should your station''s financial status be unstable or someone manipting, just give me a call?"


    When Yang Qingyue was about to refuse, Cai Ning immediately said from the side. "Then, we''ll thank you in advance. I hope Sister Ling won''t refuse us if wee to beg."


    Ling Qingyu waved her hand and expressed her strong support. "Of course, not. Anything else?"


    Seeing the two policewomen staring at her, Ling Qingyu was confused and asked. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning exchanged a nce, seemingly discussing a topic silently, and inquired.


    Cai Ning: "It''ll be disrespectful for us to ept without any price. Are there any requirements from the donor?"


    "How could it be? As a citizen, I''m very willing to help our police force enforce thew and bring back our Province N to prosperity." Ling Qingyu replied with an official tone.


    Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue who danced around in the de dance of the politics knew it was a polite refusal. They also acted from their side and pressured Ling Qingyu so that their conscience wasn''t hurt.


    Ling Qingyu reported her main goal, quickly briefing her guards'' circumstances and her aim to set up a new independent SWAT unit in this residence.


    The chance to negotiate was still on the table. Ling Qingyu didn''t force her idea to the two high-ranking policewomen or so she thought.


    Thinking of the scenes where Ling Qingyu''s guards impably gunned down the gangs and the armor trucks she brought out, Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue felt powerless to argue.


    At least, they were relieved, their group wanted to be like a SWAT unit instead of mercenaries.


    "Who''s in charge of this group then?" Yang Qingyue asked. She thought it should be Tang Ziyi.


    Tang Ziyi shook her head and Ling Qingyue replied. "Su Ruomei. She served as an officer in the army. She had more experience regarding the bureaucracy. SWAT HQ buildings will be the buildings you saw."


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning turned their heads toward the 8-story vi, thinking their police had a luxury building too now.


    Ling Qingyu continued: "You see, someone has attempted to assassinate me and almost seeded. Even with our investigation and yours, we have no lead who''s responsible. But sooner orter that gangs will know my move and retaliate¡­"


    Cai Ning: "So, having a SWAT nearby will deter them and could also solve the problem."


    Ling Qingyu nodded her head. "Of course, I''m not going to use SWAT to my own benefit too much. You can request help from us if there is any situation that can''t be resolved. Plus, in name, Sister Yang will be directlymanding this armed group."


    Tang Ziyi added to Ling Qingyu''s points: "The girls are all discharged from the military not with honor but being forced. I can promise, that it was because they resisted immoral orders or fight against injustice, that they suffered this condition. They long to work in the official environment and a SWAT work is one that can satisfy them psychologically."


    Cai Ning bowed her head in contemtion. She could see the vibrant energy from the female guards when she rode on the armored truck as Tang Ziyi stated and Ling Qingyu''s request didn''t seem too much other than outside of their control.


    Yang Qingyue''s head was going in the same direction but she also saw an opportunity to increase her prestige and power. Having a unit belonging to her solely in name could subdue some officers who were resistant to her.


    Listening to Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi, their words didn''t contain exaggeration and showed the guards had hearts of justice suitable for their jobs. The only problem was how to control this armed group.


    Judging from Ling Qingyu''s demeanor and actions, one thing that they could see was she would never exploit others selfishly.


    Well, if someone dared to cross her, the gang''s rivalry case in the past days showed her stance.


    Ling Qingyu said with a joke: "I even suspect my guards will quickly leave me if not for high sry andfort of living within my residence. They prefer helping others in need more than protecting me."


    Yang Qingyue wouldn''t take her words seriously but she got the point. "The problem is how can I be relieved your armed group wouldn''t be slinging around?"


    Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi nced at each other, contemting the issue. Should they make mistakes regarding Yang Qingyue''s question, the whole idea would reach nowhere.


    Ling Qingyu said slowly after a while: "I can''t promise you anything but I''ll tell you, the guards are only for my self-protection. If there''s a case, I might be utilizing them, I''ll inform you first, provided you can keep the secret."


    Yang Qingyue was satisfied with Ling Qingyu''s serious reply and it was the extreme extent she could offer.


    Cai Ning also nodded. Compared to other families who knew what they had hidden in Province N, Ling Qingyu''s transparent behavior and leaning toward their team appeared more promising.


    "Is that all?" Cai Ning inquired.


    "Hmm, of course not, I want my donation to be known to the public in a press conference. I hope Sister Yang can arrange this for me." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Can, it''s natural we let the public know where our funds and the vehiclese from." Yang Qingyue agreed.


    This political move could state to the powerhouses in Province N, Yang Qingyue had the support of Ling Qingyu and it could change the chess pieces overnight,pared to her previous lone-wolf status.


    In addition, Ling Qingyu''s first move might cate the other business parties toe forward to join her side too. There were benefits and Yang Qingyue would never refuse.


    Even if Ling Qingyu hadn''t mentioned it, Yang Qingyue would have spoken about public rtions affairs.


    Ling Qingyu received benefits too, by increasing her reputation among the public and perhaps receiving merits as requested by Miss System.


    These factors could increase her revenue when consumers remembered Ling Qingyu''s charitable behavior.


    Beginning with the police, Ling Qingyu would spread her donations, building roads, offering jobs, founding a new school, and whatsnot.

 Chapter 174: Ling Qingyus shock

    Now that everyone hade to a term and no one had any objection, both parties were satisfied.


    Yang Qingyue, who initially thought and prepared for Ling Qingyu''s lion mouth, heaved a sigh in relief.


    After seeing the modified vehicles and personally driving one, she was reluctant to part with it.


    The improvement brought by the new police fleet was immeasurable. If Ling Qingyu''s request exceeded her tolerance, she would have no choice.


    But observing Ling Qingyu''s demeanor, Yang Qingyue saw the cold businesswoman intended to deliver the police fleet package without too many demands, except for some small favor in return.


    As for licensing the guard group to bear firearms, it didn''t cost a sweat for her. Even Cai Ning could personally attend to it.


    "Now a problem remains, should I call my officers to drive these vehicles to the station?" Yang Qingyue asked.


    Observing the way Ling Qingyu behaved by showing them the secrets, the rtionship between them had got closer.


    And her move also showed, the residence contained secrecy. Yang Qingyue didn''t want her newpanion to feel her privacy being intruded by asking Ling Qingyu.


    "I think we can deliver the vehicles to your station in two days." Ling Qingyu replied, thinking, given her subordinates'' size, they had to make two trips to drive 70 cars.


    It was troublesome to move them all in one batch. After seeing her subordinates must make two trips, Ling Qingyu discovered that whether Yang Qingyue''s station might have more cars than the police became arguable.


    Afterward, the group reentered the sedan and drove back the vehicle to the ce where it initially came out from.


    Yang Qingyue sat in the driver''s seat, attempting to press all the buttons which she hadn''t tried yet. The rest waited patiently.


    The consoles were rted to lighting effects and the siren sounds. Pressing the buttons, one by one, Ling Qingyu listened with relish to several kinds of sirens.


    Compared to previous life, she heard European kinds and numerous too. Quick two-tones or long two-tones.


    Until another siren came in causing Ling Qingyu to cough and re at Tang Ziyi, who was also in speechless mode.


    The siren wail was from the Japanese emergency service. Their reaction prompted Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning to listen more.


    "What''s the matter? This siren from Country J sounds good. You can feel the urgency within its tone and I think even in narrow corridors, it is effective." Yang Qingyue gave her thought.


    "I''m also grateful for you to have a multitude of sirens for us to utilize. Perhaps there mighte a time, we''ll be using these sirens." Cai Ning said.


    If Ling Qingyu were drinking, she would have spurted out every liquid inside her mouth. Tang Ziyi had her eyelids twitched.


    Really, Chinese praising Japanese. There wasn''t anything wrong but the picture seemed too alien to both Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi who understood the rivalry between the two nations.


    The two exchanged the weirdness through eye contact and smiled helplessly. Tang Ziyi wanted to pat her head hard, forgetting to arrange the sound.


    She couldn''t be med because the modification job was taken by Athena. Except for some of her ideas, most upgrades were Athena''s.


    Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi had their vibration go in the same direction¡ªnever mind, they were now in a new world; and forgot about the past.


    Since it waste for the time being, the n had been decided to move the vehicles from tomorrow onward.


    Dismounting from the vehicle, Tang Ziyi opened her phone and asked Athena to list out CV forms for the rest of the guards, naturally hiding the name and photo.


    Even though, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning could easily investigate their identities, unleashing the information oneself and being pried by others was different.


    Should there be a party intending to delve into their identities, Tang Ziyi requested Athena to monitor thework and report to her, serving as an early warning system.


    Watching everyone''s information, it would be wrong to say the two policewomen weren''t jealous of Ling Qingyu, having an opportunity to possess talents under her arms.


    If only they had the chance encounter to recruit these strong women, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning would be satisfied with their destiny.


    Time passed very fast and they remembered they still had some work toplete.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning discovered everyone was at the end of the discussion and prepared to leave but Tang Ziyi said there was something more.


    Interested on what Tang Ziyi wanted to show, everyone followed, including Ling Qingyu as she remembered her confidante once said back in the office, the objects she had veiled were too many.


    Tang Ziyi led the group by walking toward her goals. Amidst the police fleet and other vehicles under modification process, her feetunched toward the inconspicuous spot.


    The object was hidden under the grey stic cover but the outlined shape already told everyone the answer. There was a car underneath.


    After having seen many surprises today, the group was already immune but still cooperated with Tang Ziyi''s expression for an answer.


    "I know, you girls are thinking I''m overreacting but my happiness isn''t fake!" Tang Ziyi expressed her mood vibrantly.


    The girls were curious, hearing her words. Particrly Ling Qingyu. She understood the car must be special, given Tang Ziyi''s character.


    Tang Ziyi didn''t disappoint their curiosity and quickly threw away the car cover. The cover flew away elegantly before withdrawing itself andnding near Tang Ziyi.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning had their eyes shining while Ling Qingyu was shocked. The car appeared very futuristic, along with its grandeur and exquisiteness.


    It could even serve as a presidential vehicle in other countries relying on its look. A ck luxurious sedan, with an iconic middle red stripe on the hood and a beautiful headlight.


    The smoothness of this vehicle''s surface was tangible to the naked eye. Its disy of arrogance mixed with humility, captured Ling Qingyu''s eyes.


    Like a king, the ck car announced its presence, overshadowing the rest of the vehicle. Ling Qingyu felt that even if her Bentley was ced beside her, they were toe to toe.


    Of course, this was based on the outlook of exteriors. The reason stunning Ling Qingyu was this car exactly resembled what she knew in the past world.


    Hongqi H9+ Luxury Saloon. A high-ss car, which became famous apart from North America and Europe for its excellence given an alternate cheaper price.


    The design was a mixture of inspiration from Audi, BMW, Mercedes, and Rolls Royce. Some might frown upon this act of copying but Ling Qingyu didn''t think so.


    Although the idea wasn''t original which could be the reason many felt this car brandcked luster, as a businesswoman, Ling Qingyu didn''t support or deny this move.


    Didn''t Pepsi and Coca-C copy one another? Microsoft and Apple fighting for the new headline. Compared to other Chinesepanies famous for easily copying other designs, Hongqi did a great job, of seeking innovation and uniqueness.


    The mere fact that they were responsible for manufacturing motorcades for the Presidential parties disyed thepany''s technology talent and expertise.


    The sedan appeared more like an extended version of Hongqi H9. Another beast hade off. But, why did Tang Ziyi show Hongqi as if like a surprise?


    And based on Tang Ziyi''s hidden behavior of inventing something, this car should likely be modified too.


    But the reaction from Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning furrowed Ling Qingyu''s brows. She couldn''tprehend why they appeared to have seen the vehicle for the first time.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t understand and walked away to ask her doubts to Athena. While Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning inched closer and touched the smooth texture, asking questions about its specs and design from Tang Ziyi, Ling Qingyu didn''t stop her feet until the girls'' voices couldn''t be heard clearly.


    Tang Ziyi noticed her movement from the corner of her eyes but merely smiled at her response.


    "Athena, what''s the matter with this vehicle?"


    "What''s the matter, Mom? Me and Aunt Tang designed this and manufactured one to surprise. Any surprise?"


    Ling Qingyu was bbergasted. What''s going on? Isn''t Hongqi supposed to produce this car? Why did Athena manufacture this beast?


    Ling Qingyu calmed her breath and asked: "Is that all surprises remaining, anymore?


    Athena was baffled at her mother''s reaction, neither astonishment nor cheerful, but replied properly: "No more, Mom. Aunt Tang says this one should be the best surprise among others. Why is Mom''s reaction not as I expected?"


    Ling Qingyu found it hard to believe and confirmed again with her cheap daughter. After receiving the same answer amidst her daughter''s doubt, Ling Qingyu epted the reality.


    Somehow, she had managed to manufacture a luxury-ss sedan and was at a loss for words. Aplete replica of Hongqi H9+ figure before her caused her to have a premonition.


    She believed it was impossible for Tang Ziyi to be aware that copying other properties and infringements could lead to various problems.


    Immediately, Ling Qingyu requested Athena to find the automaker industry named¡ªHongqi¡ªon the inte to see for herself.


    After Athena quickly cascaded the information, Ling Qingyu went speechless, her breath hung in the air.

 Chapter 175: Hongqis situation

    Ling Qingyu had no words, reading the information, Athenapiled within seconds. Her eyes nced through the sses as she read the words floating in the air.


    ording to Athena''s rapid investigation, Hongqi automaker existed in this world, contrary to what she initially thought.


    She spected, relying on the two policewomen''s reactions, that thepany didn''t exist at all and even made up ns to search around the world whether there might be missing elements from the previous world.


    The reality pped her face and excitement as she couldn''t copy other works. Hongqi, a veritable automaker in her past life, was now facing bankruptcy.


    Yes, Ling Qingyu was still in disbelief. The brand renowned in China for its exquisite product striving to enter the world rank, now faced a life-and-death crisis.


    In this world, instead of a luxury brand, Hongqi now manufactured several kinds of trucks, and farming tractors.


    The majestic image Ling Qingyu had in mind copsed. She wondered if the real owner of Hongqi back in her world would suffer myocardial infarction, seeing the situation in the other world.


    Despite their reliability and guaranteed products, Hongqi''s products didn''t have any advantages, except for inly following the trend.


    If this situation unfolded in business, and there wasn''t any reform, thepany would die one way or the other.


    New blood must be pumped in to freshen the working conditions and seek customers'' wants. The business world was cruel¡ªeither risk it or die out unwillingly or be stepped on by others in the future.


    Athena''s data showed Hongqi''s sales revenue reaching the lowest in the past 20 years and the trend appeared to dip further.


    Ling Qingyu, as expected of the infamous businesswoman, smelled an opportunity to enter a new sector and enhance herwork.


    Closing the information on her sses, Ling Qingyu decided to have a good talk with Tang Ziyi to figure out the n.


    She had time. Anyway, the Hongqi H9+ sedan wouldn''t have any trouble introducing to this world and nothing out of her control should appear.


    Even without Athena''s research, Ling Qingyu fathomed the reasons of Hongqi''s current downfall.


    The main reason applied to the difference in politics. Hongqi meant red cloud and the color represented the politics.


    After the Second World War, many automakers began their work by producing heavy machinery for farming and trucks for transport.


    As their fame grew and influence spread, officials would take notice and enhance the business.


    Step by step, bing a behemoth, even a nation must consider if they wanted to move the status. Hongqi in the previous world developed just like the scenario.


    However, in the current Ling Qingyu''s world, it never improved. With free markets and more freedom, more businesspeople appeared and took on various roles.


    Without its insignia of red, attributing to the political color, among the fiercepetition, itcked its advantages prior to Ling Qingyu''s previous life.


    Red would never work in Blue and there were no mistakes. With no innovations and no risk-taking, Ling Qingyu found nothing strange¡ªa matter of time before its downfall.


    Shaking her head at the current Hongqi''s leadership ability, Ling Qingyu returned to the group.


    Tang Ziyi smiled inwardly, seeing her return, having known Ling Qingyu must have researched everything.


    Even though Tang Ziyi copied from the previous world, apart from the appearance and design, Tang Ziyi and Athena worked together to produce this marvelous model.


    It wasn''t easy as it seemed and she must exin this to Ling Qingyu. Lest, this girl looked down on her talent.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning naturally noticed Ling Qingyu''s departure after a while but when they saw here back, they showed no reaction.


    In their mind, the people at Ling Qingyu''s level usually had secrets. Staying away from them for a moment would likely be addressing an important issue.


    "I already told you about the specifications; then, let me remind you girls, why this car is the best in the world in my opinion?" Tang Ziyi stood straight with pride as her hand patted the hard pointy chest.


    Although the rumbling bubbles blinded Ling Qingyu''s eyes, she snorted at Tang Ziyi''s pretense. What was there to be proud of with Athena''s help?


    But she really never expected Tang Ziyi toe up with a new vehicle. She was definitely her confidante to help in her pursuit.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning twitched their ears as they listened to Tang Ziyi''s showoff. H9+ sedan was also modified, even better than the police car.


    Their eyes narrowed as they spected the level even reached beyond the level of VVIP. Look at the thickness of the door, at a width of two palms horizontally.


    Nothing needed to be said of the ballistic windows. Tang Ziyi promised the vehicles wouldn''t even lose paint in case of a collision.


    Ling Qingyu believed Tang Ziyi''s words in contrast to the two policewomen''s skepticism. After all, Ling Qingyu also learned some legends rting to the secret service vehicles.


    Their cars didn''t even scratch a thing upon impact with another vehicles. Only the paint dipped on the skin from the other vehicles was the consequence.


    "Alright. I get it. It''s nothing amazing, considering that you already produced Aegis. But I''m impressed youprises these into a civilian luxury vehicle." Yang Qingyue said with boredom on her face.


    To be frank, her heart was totally in contrast to what she just spoke. The technology Ling Qingyu had shown, increased the danger level in Yang Qingyue''s eyes but the generosity expressed by Ling Qingyu''s action conflicted with her thoughts.


    "There must be some deep meaning for Sister Tang to say this." Cai Ning''s eyes shone with glint. She wasing up with various methods for future cooperation. It seemed the first step had beenpleted since Ling Qingyu donated Yang Qingyue many vehicles.


    Unlike Yang Qingyue, Cai Ning was never idealistic. She knew the story of a rat king. You fought rats with rats.


    Rights and wrongs were veiled in a gray area in her line of work. She had seen more than her childhood friend. Her experience and intuition told Ling Qingyu was more than qualified to be their ally.


    Tang Ziyi smiled. "Of course. We know what happen to you, Sister Yang. Our Sister Ling is worried you might be in danger when you travel around and the same goes for me too."


    Ling Qingyu nodded and waited for the next sentence.


    "Though I''m relieve Sister Cai is present to protect Sister Yang''s safety, we''ve decided to gift this armored sedan to the two of you, to add a force multiplier."


    Ling Qingyu cocked her head at Tang Ziyi, who gestured an imperceptible reassuring nod. Thoughts flew fast but Ling Qingyu trusted Tang Ziyi.


    "What! Impossible! That''ll be a tant bribery. I''ll never ept such handle on my career." Yang Qingyue exploded.


    Even though the idea of possessing such limousine brought surprise and tion, Yang Qingyue remained uptight in her character.


    "Sister Tang and Sister Ling," Cai Ning studied the two expressions. "Please take back your words."


    Ling Qingyu said before Tang Ziyi spoke. "Sisters, since we''re already this close, how could we bear to trouble you two? Please don''t misunderstand our intention. Your safety is my priority. Once you''re out, everything is gone and my heart aches losing you, a friend."


    Thetter part of the sentence was addressed to Yang Qingyue as Ling Qingyu stared her dead in the eyes.


    Tang Ziyi added: "Who says we''re bribing? This car will be included in the donation and is only exclusively for the police chief use."


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning also woke up. Yes, where would Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu be stupid enough to give their enemies a handle.


    Before they were moring it was a bad idea, after Tang Ziyi spoke, which officials hadn''t experience the same as their current situation.


    They were way worse and some even took possession of the donated materials legally through many channels.


    Corruption was the essence of human greed. Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi considered everything for them and they felt troublesome.


    But Yang Qingyue definitely needed this gift. Even if the protagonist disyed rejection, Cai Ning sprang in ce for her friend and epted the car.


    "Alright, it can be considered." Yang Qingyue epted Ling Qingyu''s full care.


    If Ling Qingyu knew what she was thinking, she would have thanked gratefully to Tang Ziyi. The premise was she never found out Tang Ziyi invited Yang Qingyue out for dinner.

 Chapter 176: Ling Qingyu is very angry

    Ling Qingyu watched from the mansion''s height at the motorcades leaving her residence. Dozens of modified police vehicles donated by Ling Qingyu left, following Yang Qingyue''s lead.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning finally epted her gift or Tang Ziyi''s, taking away the Hongqi H9+ or merely H9+.


    Half of the vehicles she intended to donate from the garage had been driven by her guards who were mostly free. Compared to those, who followed Tang Ziyi, the rest had an easier life.


    So, Ling Qingyu happily exploited her subordinates like an unscrupulous evil boss, without receiving anyints from the guards.


    Did they dare toin? Well, they dared. But who didn''t want to enjoy luxurious living standards?


    Plus, they now experienced what it was like to drive in a police car, fulfilling at least one of their dreams.


    Of course, the two vans were included in the convoy to bring the guards back to the manor. Ling Qingyu prepared to move the remaining cars tomorrow, since the time waste.


    The guards'' expressions were indeed shocked upon hearing Ling Qingyu''s request to deliver the vehicles package, whilementing the wealth she possessed.


    At the same time, they noticed Ling Qingyu''s move, drawing some officials to their side. Although no one thought about nepotism, they believed thepany would face fewer crises and blockades in the future.


    If Ling Qingyu heard their opinions, she would chuckle, because her guards thought everything too simply.


    In fact, the expansion of herwork merely began the gunpowder. It was likely in theing days, the smell of gunpowder would be palpable.


    Helping Yang Qingyue meant making enemies with her enemies. A businesswoman who owned a rational mindset would never choose one sidepletely without leaving any leeway.


    However, who made Yang Qingyue her wife? Even though Ling Qingyu didn''t dare to call her this way, she already considered the venerable police chief as hers.


    She was rich and willful, any objections?


    She should be delighted after helping her new ''Sisters'', but the words Yang Qingyue spoke before she left, swatted away her giddy mood.


    Standing from a height, if one looked from behind, Ling Qingyu appeared majestic, condescending to the world below with her arrogant gaze.


    But the face seen from the front told a different story. It showed she wasn''t happy at all, despite helping her new sisters.


    Especially, Yang Qingyue kidded around, declining Tang Ziyi''s invitation for a date. When Ling Qingyu heard this, only two words echoed inside her mind¡ªWHERE and WHEN.


    She was mad, thinking Tang Ziyi was a bastard. Betraying brothers for a beauty. Hmm¡­Sisters. Anyway, she was very very very mad!


    Tang Ziyi stayed behind, helplessly wiggling her feet on the marble tile. Her mouth twitched when she thought of the scene, when Ling Qingyu contained her explosion.


    Despite not having any fear of Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi decided to cate her fuming sister.


    After rubbing her chin for a while, Tang Ziyi utilized her utmost weapon. She stepped forward and folded Ling Qingyu''s arm between her chest and her arms.


    Two mountain peaks pressed against the silky strong arm. The effect was immediate. As soon as Ling Qingyu felt soft yet firm supple pressure, she almost lost her bnce.


    Tang Ziyi smiled at herical reaction of a human in heat. Ling Qingyu''s breathing stagnated and her body trembled gently in response.


    Tang Ziyi even sensed a rising body warmth, probably generated by the hormones. Ling Qingyu almost suffered a personality copse.


    Frankly, this was the first time Tang Ziyi touched Ling Qingyu very close. She admitted Ling Qingyu''s skin texture and sensation were unparalleled.


    Ling Qingyu pursed her lips as her anger and frustration dissipated. In fact, there wasn''t any anger but she merely wanted to grab attention from Tang Ziyi.


    And she seeded. Of course, the pretense must follow suit. Otherwise, what awaited her would be her worst nightmare.


    "Hmph!" Ling Qingyu snorted and turned away her face in the other direction but her blush betrayed her.


    Tang Ziyi''s smile grew wider and shook her body, rubbing Ling Qingyu''s skin. This was a naked threat¡ªthe most deadly weapon for Ling Qingyu.


    "Okay, don''t hate your big sister. I didn''t do anything. I just invite her out as politeness and reduce her pressure at work." Tang Ziyi said.


    Ling Qingyu understood what Tang Ziyi was pointing toward. Even then, she didn''t feel good, someone had a headstart.


    Fortunately, her Yang Qingyue was still out of touch from the beast''s w.


    Yang Qingyue: Who''s yours?


    When the chaos during the crisis almost reached its peak and nearly crushed thest straw Yang Qingyue still held, Ling Qingyu''s and Tang Ziyi''s support held the ground and soothed her anxiousness.


    Tang Ziyi continued: "Besides, don''t worry. I''m never selfish. Even if Yang Qingyue unexpectedly fell for me, I''m willing to share the love with you magnanimously."


    Patting her chest while her arms remained folded around Ling Qingyu''s hand, Tang Ziyi gave a big promise, with an expression telling she suffered a lot in the deal, causing Ling Qingyu to grit her teeth and re at Tang Ziyi.


    The fact that Ling Qingyu''s mouth quivered yet not had greeted Tang Ziyi''s ancestor proved she had now be a cultured person.


    Tang Ziyi''s eyes blinked mischievously, reading fully well what Ling Qingyu had in mind.


    Not to be outdone, Ling Qingyu refuted: "Oh, how about I tell Sister Yue about your words? I must let her see her beloved''s hidden agenda."


    Tang Ziyi wasn''t frightened and challenged Ling Qingyu with a shrug.


    Ling Qingyu''s hand shook her phone and her finger pressed the screen. The recorded voice of what Tang Ziyi said before vividly repeated several times.


    Both paused as their eyes collided in the air, until Tang Ziyi coughed: "I stayed true to my words. So long as you can handle us, very well, both of us shouldn''t mind. Your dream can be a reality."


    Tang Ziyi''s words were like aphrodisiac, causing Ling Qingyu to anticipate the goods nonstop. The expression of sayinge and conquer us¡ªmelted her bones.


    Although the current Ling Qingyu was no match against these two talented generals, there remained hope. Ling Qingyu gulped in excitement.


    She could hear Tang Ziyi, not kidding around. Her confidante was dead serious. Every time she cursed Tang Ziyi as a nemesis; she didn''t actually abhor her.


    Her charm couldn''t be found in anyone. Tang Ziyi''s sexiness was on a different level,pared to other girls. The temperament of heroism and confidence added points.


    Ling Qingyu had found another goal. She could proudly say¡ªI have a dream to conquer the mighty knightesses by her side and hugging left and right.


    I have a dream¡­.


    Dreams ran through her mind fast. Ling Qingyu smiled wryly. If Martin Luther King heard his speech was ruined by her, the famous leader might have broken out of the grave and strangled her neck.


    But the seed nted by Tang Ziyi, Ling Qingyu found it hard to extricate these additive thoughts. The sole idea of reaping these benefits almost flew her straight to nirvana¡ªthe ultimate bliss.


    "Are you still angry?" Tang Ziyi asked, releasing her restraint, which Ling Qingyu whined inwardly.


    "No." Ling Qingyu sighed in disappointment, when she no longer experienced the groping pleasure.


    "What do you think of Yang Qingyue''s words? Owning an automakerpany." Tang Ziyi returned to a serious mode and Ling Qingyu breathed deeply and straightened up her posture.


    If she was wearing a trench coat, Ling Qingyu would have also pped her cor like the main characters in the manga she read did.


    You can pretend but you must be stylish. That was Ling Qingyu''s motto.


    "I agree with the idea. It can give us more time while we strengthen ourselves and enough excuse for any eyeliners." Ling Qingyu said slowly.


    "So, what about the car that I gave to her?" Bothprehended what Tang Ziyi meant without any boration.


    "It''s a perfect setup and exnation for our actions in the future." Ling Qingyu replied with a nod.

 Chapter 177: Buying Hongqi (Need Revis)

    The two adults stopped messing around and went serious. They went inside and took a seat around the refreshing furniture, an exclusive spot for sightseeing.


    Both Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi had decided to buy the entire Hongqipany, saving it from bankruptcy after several discussions back and forth.


    Ling Qingyu''s desire wasn''t as strong as Tang Ziyi to own the Hongqi Company. To her, this mere icon for people like Tang Ziyi to look up to didn''t make any sense.


    Not to mention, the failed version. But, Tang Ziyi''s persistence and reasoning prompted Ling Qingyu to follow Tang Ziyi''s idea.


    Nobody knew whether Tang Ziyi''s seduction put a heavy factor on Ling Qingyu''s choice, selling favors for her confidante. Anyway, only Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi were around the vicinity.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu would rather register a newpany and start from scratch. Naturally, both choices had their merits and demerits.


    "I have seen from the video footages and some secret files Athena shows me but I like to hear first-hand ount." Ling Qingyu leaned her back against the cushion and askedzily.


    Tang Ziyi raised her eyebrows and paused. Her eyes seemed to wander back as she narrated her experience.


    Ling Qingyu listened with relish, her expression followed Tang Ziyi''s rhythm. Sometimes she smiled and chuckled; sometimes, her hands gripped hard on the handrails.


    Only after hearing Tang Ziyi''s description, Ling Qingyu discovered why first-hand ounts never disappeared from news outlets, even with increased sophistication in technology.


    She felt the emotion and rode along the decision-making process. Although Tang Ziyi spoke as if the event was nothing, Ling Qingyu wouldn''t think so.


    Well, indeed,pared with her line of work, today was really nothing. However, this was based on the premise that Tang Ziyi possessed excellent leadership skillsets and vast experience.


    One time, Ling Qingyu clutched her stomach as sheughed and her body trembled along with the quivering chair underneath her, especially when Tang Ziyi talked about her maniac driver with a pair of helpless eyes.


    Awakening weird attributes among her subordinates¡ªthis must be the first time for Tang Ziyi. The two stopped talking and enjoyed the rare quietness, away from congested and quick-action life, after Tang Ziyi finished her ount.


    Ling Qingyu said after a while. "Sister Tang, you''ve heard Yang Qingyue will visit again when she has time to see the training facility and the SWAT office. Any ideas?"


    Ling Qingyu never asked if Tang Ziyi was confident because she already knew the answer. Tang Ziyi replied with arrogance. "No need. As long as you provide me tools and money, everything can be arranged."


    "Well then, tell me your ns." Ling Qingyu steepled her fingers.


    "The 8 stories vi will be our office along with armories, and internal training rooms. Give me arge open space nearby for me to build an outdoor range training venue and obstacle course."


    "As expected, you never fail my expectation. Take what you need from Athena for your renovation n. Bear in mind, although Sister Yang agrees with our n, she hasn''t expressed or given any promise until she sees our team clearly." Ling Qingyu said.


    Even though she was aware Tang Ziyi didn''t need her permission, Ling Qingyu requested Athena to help her confidante''s n.


    Despite having seen Yang Qingyue''s satisfaction because of her support, Ling Qingyu couldn''t guarantee Yang Qingyue''s psychology.


    Relying on Cai Ning''s unwarranted assistance, Ling Qingyu was fairly certain, that things would develop as the way she envisioned.


    The two became quiet again until Ling Qingyu coughed and said. "Sister Xiao seems very tired today. I can see she really cares about you. You better apany her now."


    "What''s the matter?" Tang Ziyi asked nervously, hearing Xiao Yue was exhausted. She knew this younger sister was a strong independent woman who rarely disyed tiredness to outsiders.


    "What''s with your worried expression?" Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue and didn''t forget to mock Tang Ziyi. "Other than you, who else could affect her? She''s merely worried about your safety. Speaking of, you''re so busy that you didn''t ..."


    Ling Qingyu''s words hadn''t finished yet, Tang Ziyi had sprung up from her seat and quickened her pace away, without further ado. Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched, blinking at the empty seats.


    She sighed and gazed outward, savoring the natural beauties. Remembering her n to buy out Hongqi, Ling Qingyu made a call to Zhao Xiurong.


    "Yes, Sister Ling." Zhao Xiurong answered after two rings. Ling Qingyu exined her thoughts and asked her secretary to negotiate with Hongqi''s owner.


    She stated the cost didn''t matter much to her but the progress must be fast. Zhao Xiurong, in spite of initial sluggishness, responded and made ns in her head.


    After Ling Qingyu hung up, Zhao Xiurong''s face remained as confused as ever; she stared at her phone screen for a minute and shook her head.


    She was working on herptop in an allocated room, arranged by Lin Xiao, when Ling Qingyu''s call came through. Although the workers below enjoyed free time, as the person closest to the President, she really had no rest.


    Zhao Xiurong enjoyed being a workaholic, achieving sess following Ling Qingyu''s path, and insisted on working even when Ling Qingyu advised her to take a rest.


    Now, Ling Qingyu''s call disrupted her rhythm and focus. She epted the task amidst her short moment of stupor.


    She didn''t even have time to ask where Ling Qingyu''s fund came from. But by Ling Qingyu''s tone, there weren''t any worries.


    As a professional secretary, she never delved into Ling Qingyu''s secret, yet her boss''s repetitive behavior of drawing wealth out of the mystery box piqued her interest.


    Zhao Xiurong reckoned the old hags, whom Ling Qingyu had liquidated, must be in full regret if they knew how prosperous it was to follow the chairwoman and her hidden wealth.


    As expected from the most recognized talented woman in a business circle, Zhao Xiurong expected nothing more and short.


    While Zhao Xiurong followed Ling Qingyu''s order, Ling Qingyu slouched on the chair and squinted her eyes, spoiling herziness. Her phone ced on the small circr table before her.


    Nevertheless, it seemed fate didn''t want Ling Qingyu to indulge in a cozy atmosphere; a buzz interrupted her daydreaming state, beckoning her attention.


    She stretched her hand and looked at the screen. An iing call from Mo Yunxi. Ling Qingyu''s eyes narrowed as she adjusted her posture from the previous salted fish.


    Tapping the answer button, Ling Qingyu put the phone on speaker mode. No need to worry of others overhearing because her spectacles were already connected to her phone.


    PS: I can only fix the grammarter on. For now, please tolerate my struggle.

 Chapter 178: Doctor Mo is too patriotic

    "Hello, Sister Mo. Is everything alright?" Because Ling Qingyu knew Mo Yunxi might be busy today, particrly with the high casualties from the police officers, she was worried about Mo Yunxi''s unexpected call.


    "Everything is fine. I have finished treating the wounded and the rest of the medical staff is tending to the patients." Mo Yunxi exined, perhaps sensing tension from Ling Qingyu.


    "It''s good to hear, nothing went wrong. How are you and Sister Ying?" Ling Qingyu exhaled.


    "As usual, nothing extraordinary. Nurse Yin is busy currently dictating to the staff." Mo Yunxi replied. "I have to thank your mary support. Many family members also expressed their gratitude to you."


    "Tell Sister Yin that I miss her. And it''s good that my donation is effective. How are the officers doing? Even though I''ve seen the footage, I still want to know about their situation." Ling Qingyu asked, despite knowing the full event from Tang Ziyi.


    Tang Ziyi proudly dered the operation was a sess, saving many officers'' lives but there was one who she sighed andmented. Ling Qingyu also reacted simrly when she knew about the officer''s condition.


    "Well, since it involves police business, I''m sorry, Sister Ling. I couldn''t disclose the information." Mo Yunxi said hesitantly.


    "Not that I mind." Ling Qingyu replied with a smile. "But I heard one of them was in a severe state."


    Hearing Ling Qingyu knew more about the situation, Mo Yunxi wasn''t surprised. A person at Ling Qingyu''s level had their own channels to investigate the required information.


    Ling Qingyu heard Mo Yunxi''s sigh and helpless reply. "We did everything we could for him and save him from the death door. It''s all left to fate whether he can return to our world."


    Ling Qingyu didn''t say more but nodded inwardly. Even Tang Ziyi didn''t anticipate good news for theatose patient.


    In spite of her timely rescue and rapid deliverance to the hospital, she expected bad news from the beginning. Based on Tang Ziyi''s description, Ling Qingyu felt the man was a miracle to survive, even if he was unconscious.


    Well, Ling Qingyu''s eyes turned weird, thinking she was also in the same condition. What if another person transmigrated?


    Although the possibility was ridiculously low, once the idea sowed deep inside her mind, it was hard to extricate. Perhaps annoyed at her chain of thoughts, Miss System, who didn''t show her existence, denounced her contemtion.


    Her psychology returned to normal, thinking it didn''t matter whether there were transmigrators in this world.


    She had Miss System''s backing and a clear conscience of rights and wrongs. She never exploited others or attacked the innocence. All her actions were solely to protect herself and her loved ones.


    Instead of looking backward while standing on the mountain height, Ling Qingyu should press forward and climb a higher one. Her mood subtly changed.


    Thanking Miss System, who cured her mood swings, Ling Qingyu spoke to Mo Yunxi on the phone. "I hope the hospital can treat this patient with great care. Money doesn''t matter and I promise his expense during hisa in the hospital. Sister Mo can tell my words to his family members."


    Mo Yunxi smiled and answered as her eyes gazed at the worried family members, surrounding the ICU department from afar¡ªIntensive Care Unit.


    They were definitely fortunate donors like Ling Qingyu was avable in their dire moments. Mo Yunxi felt happy for the family and expressed her gratitude.


    "Sure Sister Ling. I thank you in ce of the family members." Mo Yunxi was relieved Ling Qingyu promised to provide funds.


    Initially, Ling Qingyu''s original donation amount should survive supporting the patient but who knew how long the situation wouldst?


    Gaining Ling Qingyu''s affirmation was the greatest help Mo Yunxi received.


    "Sister Mo should take a rest after a lengthy operation." Ling Qingyu soothed Miss Doctor on the other side of themunication.


    "I''m at the moment, enjoying a rare coffee break." Mo Yunxi chuckled. Her mood went up, hearing Ling Qingyu''s promise.


    Ling Qingyu went speechless at Doctor Mo''s cute behavior like a child demanding toys from parents inconspicuously. Even if they were separated by the phone wall, she understood Mo Yunxi deeply.


    "How is the equipment upgrade? Doesn''t Dean Han take charge of buying them overseas?" Ling Qingyu inquired about the situation.


    Her donation also included the purchase of thetest medical devices to enhance the hospital''s standard and treatment sess.


    Ling Qingyu wanted no more than for her donated funds to go through the rightful ce, instead of some people shelving a portion into their pockets.


    Corruption existed along the rank and the world situation had been like this. Donors knew but ignored these situations on purpose or they figured it was more effective.


    Scandals like these urred very frequently in her past life. Numerous ounts unfolded in front of her eyes. Even the head of the state and top officials were included in the list, the public abhorred but they suffered no persecution.


    Perhaps petty corruption like small officials hiding money inside their pockets was swiftly dealt with by the system. Yet, the big fish always escaped no matter what.


    The system was constructed as if leaving a leeway for the powerful seats. Even if substantial evidence piled against their positions, nothing changed.


    It was for this reason when the general public query on the children to answer which upation earned the most ie, they answered¡ªpolitician.


    Asking Mo Yunxi carefully, implied Ling Qingyu''s position¡ªshe remained dead serious about where her money went. Mo Yunxi also paused for a moment before she replied.


    "There''s currently a negotiation going on between the parties. I don''t know about Sister Ling but I prefer domestic equipment should suffice our needs, won''t it?"


    Ling Qingyu nudged her brows with her fingers. Negotiation meant wasting money in Ling Qingyu''s mind. What could she do? It was the norm in the current world.


    Who knew if there was cooperation between two parties to increase the amount and she couldn''t do a thing without any proof?


    But talking about these topics with Mo Yunxi was like ying flute beside a buffalo.


    "Each country has its benefits. Although patriotism is good, you can''t always blindly believe." Ling Qingyu said, hearing Mo Yunxi mentioning domestic equipment.


    "I''m afraid you would have to pay more¡­"


    "I''d rather pay to obtain a higher quality." Ling Qingyu argued. "Besides, we knew where our country''s medical technology is."


    Mo Yunxi sighed. "How much I wish to support our domestic medical research?"


    Listening to Mo Yunxi''smentation, Ling Qingyu patted her forehead helplessly. She never knew Doctor Mo was a patriotic hot-blooded teen in contrast to the coldness she exuded to outsiders.


    "Well, one day, we''ll catch up. For now, all I want is to allow your hospital to have everything." Ling Qingyuforted Mo Yunxi. "Perhaps I might also get involved in medical research too; I hope when that dayes, Sister Mo won''t refuse my offer."


    "Why would I? If that dayes, don''t forget to invite me." Mo Yunxi replied with a cheerful tone. "I hope that more donors like Sister Ling appear so that our medical technology improves..."


    Exchanging rapports on the line, the call finally ended with Ling Qingyu, iming to meet again in the future, also inviting Yin Jingfei.


    A/N: I just surfed the inte for a while and was like wtf! Having disconnected for a few days the world is in chaos.

 Chapter 179: Ling Qingyu bragging

    Ling Qingyu pressed the end button of the phone on the table and shook her head. Mo Yunxi was indeed difficult to persuade.


    Regarding patriotism, Ling Qingyu didn''t show any rejection but she wasn''t supporting this idea, especially since her past life was apletely different nationality.


    Sometimes, instilling patriotism in the public was often the work of politicians in y. They exploited the public sentiments to achieve the results they desired.


    Nine out of ten, most patriot events appeared with dire consequences, the public never wanted in the first ce.


    The worst case had been the transformation of nationalism to Nazism and everyone knew what happened next.


    Of course, the topic with Mo Yunxi didn''t delve in these directions. Ling Qingyu patiently exined, not to be too stubborn because of an ideology.


    Although she had no idea whether Doctor Mo epted her words, Ling Qingyu said everything. There must be a reason why some countries excelled on different paths.


    Even the greatest superpowergged behind smaller countries in certain areas: technology, education, entertainment, and economy.


    At least, Ling Qingyu believed Mo Yunxi''s stubbornness had been cured because the female doctor didn''t disy too much rejection of foreign equipment entering the hospital.


    As for the substantial price difference, Ling Qingyu expressed her nonchnce and wealth, relieving Mo Yunxi''s worries.


    Ling Qingyu felt reluctant after disconnecting the call. Even though few days had passed, Mo Yunxi was the first person, to appear in front of her eyes in this world.


    She chuckled afterward, recalling Mo Yunxi''s witty remarks when she heard Ling Qingyu''s goal to invest in medical research.


    Crossing her legs, she leaned on her seatfortably and closed her eyes, humming a melody. Her filial daughter yed a gentle song to her enjoyment.


    "Good job, Athena!" Ling Qingyu was never stingy with her praise, rted to Athena.


    The picture of a beautiful elder sister with a pair of sses, sitting on a couch in a rxed posture as her eyes remained closed and her lips murmured a tune.


    Goddess face, perfect ratio body. An elegant temperament along with a book-like atmosphere due to her spectacles. Lazy posture with a voluptuous body. Descriptions would never end.


    A pity, no one could enjoy the picturesque of a peerless goddess. Despite being fully clothed, Ling Qingyu''s physique couldn''t hide her figure.


    One could imagine how much male hormones could be driven just by her simple stature, especially when Ling Qingyu acted soft.


    A sudden ample amount of free time made Ling Qingyu ufortable, despite herziness dwelling over her body.


    The difference between being busy for a long time and enjoying a rest like right now was too big for a workaholic body like Ling Qingyu.


    Suddenly having nothing to do, Ling Qingyu''s thoughts flew until another phone call came. Rolling her eyes, her eyesnded on the screen.


    Ling Yunxiang.


    Please, someone gave her a respite. A single moment of solitude, maybe a few seconds. Ling Qingyu snickered at herself.


    She answered the call, her eyes turning into a sneer. She guessed instantly why her cheap sister called her.


    "Hello." Ling Qingyu simply greeted.


    "Hi, Sis. How''re you doing? Are you in a safe ce? Do you know what happens? Oh gosh! You have no idea¡­" Ling Yunxiang spurted gibberish nonstop.


    Ling Qingyu''s forehead creased. Ling Qingyu cut off her sister''s words before she suffered from too many questions. "Stop, Stop! My ears nearly callused from you. I''ll answer one by one. Your elder sister is very safe and nothing happens to me.


    I''ve been living and working here for a long time, how do you think I cope with these scenarios?"


    "I didn''t know why Province N is regarded by many as dangerous but it seems I''ve underestimated its danger level. Guns! Shootouts! Hello?! How do you even survive?" Ling Yunxiang replied sarcastically.


    "Please, you should also take note there are many ordinary people surviving, not just me. If they can, why can''t I. Also, don''t think of your sister so simply." Ling Qingyu reminded her half-sister.


    In fact, this question arose inside her mind too¡ªhow on earth the old Ling Qingyu survive, fending off many dangers?


    "But Sis, this time is different, a new level of chaos!" Ling Yunxiang shrieked.


    "It''ll be solved soon. The central government''s attention is deemed to rectify Province N. You don''t need to worry. What? You''re scared to evene here?" Ling Qingyu used aggressive method on her sister.


    "What scared? Who''s scared? I''m more worried of your well-being as a younger sister. My dictionary doesn''t contain the word scared." Ling Qingyu didn''t know where she pictured her sister''s behavior but she imagined Ling Yunxiang proudly patting her chest to refute her elder sister''s usation.


    "Okay, you''re very brave. Good! I initially n to pick you up from the airport but it appears you like independence." Ling Qingyu joked with her serious voice, almost foreseeing a crack in Ling Yunxiang''s expression.


    Sure enough, her sister''s speech paused and became panicked. "AH! No, I prefer my sister weing me personally. I''ve never felt so close as now. Please don''t be ruthless to your younger one. I''m so young and innocent."


    Ling Yunxiang''s coquettish operation whined on and on until Ling Qingyu relented, stopping the joke. Where would her sister see Ling Qingyu kidding around?


    To her, Ling Qingyu''s presence was very low except for some descriptions from the parents. After having spokenst time, Ling Yunxiang was very keen to reconnect with her elder sister.


    She would never expect, Ling Qingyu had a sense of humor in contrast to what she heard outside¡ªcold and ruthless.


    "Alright! Don''t worry about those gangs. They''ll nevere to us. Remember your sister''s foundation isn''t something a mere ruffian groups can thwart." Ling Qingyu bragged herself, feeling good having a younger sibling admiring herself. "Besides, I have my own bodyguards here."


    Yet Ling Qingyu''s consoling didn''t work out; Ling Yunxiang still argued her point: "Big Sis, they have guns. No matter how talented your bodyguards'' martial arts are, in front of the barrel, it''s meaningless."


    From Ling Yunxiang''s tone, Ling Qingyu was fairly certain, her sister was being naughty again. If she didn''t show her aura, her elder sister''s position might be underestimated.


    Ling Qingyu gritted her teeth and wanted to smack her sister, whose voice seemed like a mockery as if telling why she didn''t know this fact. Calming herself by taking deep breaths, Ling Qingyu spoke.


    "Do you really think your sister is simple? If gangs can have guns, why can''t my bodyguards?"


    "Oops! You''re serious, Sister!?" Ling Yunxiang eximed.


    "I have my own channel; so, as long as you''re in Province N, I''ll protect you."

 Chapter 180: Trouble after indulgence

    Ling Yunxiang felt warm, hearing Ling Qingyu''s domineering promise, and stopped going against her sister''s words.


    "You better fly here tomorrow. If you don''t, then there''ll be no rtionship between us." Ling Qingyu threatened with a chilled voice.


    Despite Ling Yunxiang''s fear, she replied: "Sis, you''re very bad. Of course, I''lle. You must pick me up personally."


    Her surprises hadn''t gone yet when she knew Ling Qingyu''s bodyguard team wielded firearms. But that was good news for her, since Ling Qingyu could provide her with sufficient security.


    Ling Yunxiang had a strong desire to repair the sisterhood between the two and steeled her heart to give a promise against her will.


    Now that she had said to fly tomorrow, even if the shootouts urred, Ling Yunxiang didn''t think too much. If she regressed her statement, not only would Ling Qingyu cut off their weak rtionship, but also looked down on her.


    Although her parents persuaded her not to go after watching the news on television, Ling Yunxiang had made a decision.


    She refused to believe Ling Qingyu was a wicked woman with conspiracy to harm her. Since Ling Qingyu guaranteed her safety, Ling Yunxiang put her faith in her elder sister and wanted to try what it was like to be spoiled by her older sibling.


    Ling Qingyu smiled after hanging up the call. She had no idea her sister was nearlyparing herself with a witch.


    She chuckled when she recalled Ling Yunxiang in trepidation hearing she would cut off the rtionship should her sister decide not to fly to her.


    Ling Qingyu''s threat was merely a joke but she didn''t expect Ling Yunxiang to consider seriously. But if Ling Yunxiang really stopped her visit n, the rtionship might be cold and it would be hard to connect with each other again.


    Ling Qingyu''s mouth curled up, imagining herself showing her wealth to her sister tomorrow like a domineering president in the second dimension novels.


    Her desire to show off had peaked since the day she attained huge wealth but her identity caused Ling Qingyu to withhold it.


    The others, familiar with her, knew about her situation and her act might instead raise disgust from them.


    Her image might also copse, hurting her business. But if she acted on Ling Yunxiang, the situation would be different.


    Anyway, nothing weird shoulde out of tomorrow. Today should be a very fulfilling day. She cured her mother''s inner disease and helped Yang Qingyue, enhancing herwork.


    Many things happened to her great benefit, even if the current Province N seemed to be on fire. Since she had so much free time right now, Ling Qingyu walked back to her room.


    Under the hesitant eyes of Athena, Ling Qingyu yed games and even summoned her confidantes for a co-op match.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were dragged along, including Zhao Xiurong, whose face remained confused.


    President Ling ying a game; big news! If she spread the event on WeChat, thepany staff might be in absolute shock. Who knew whether it might make a headline in the newspaper?


    Although what Zhao Xiurong thought was an exaggeration, it showed Ling Qingyu''s personality known by many in the public wasn''t all true.


    Zhao Xiurong even wondered if Ling Qingyu was the same person she knew but her domineering action of dragging her to y games together still proved President Ling was still President Ling.


    Of course, Zhao Xiurong thought Athena was Ling Qingyu''s friend online and nothing more.


    Four of them together with Athena headed on the journey of abusive gaming experience. Obviously, everyone was busy rescuing Ling Qingyu''s character during the gamey.


    Ling Qingyu was as nonchnt as ever, not understanding her teammates were cursing behind her back. She was simply the best oil bottle, the most useless yer.


    But her existence had an advantage¡ªincreasing the difficulty of the game, and awakening the never-give-up mindsets of Tang Ziyi, Xiao Yue, and Zhao Xiurong.


    All of them were strong women who refused to give up upon encountering the obstacles. So, they weren''t willing to lose, even if it was merely a game.


    The next day. 6:00 am.


    Ling Qingyu woke up, feeling sore in her back muscle. She really indulged herself yesterday, knowing fully well she was free for the day.


    Her group yed together and finished the entire story within 5 hours. They didn''t realize time passed very fast until Amorette, Mother Zhao and Denise found them.


    Ling Qingyu stretched herself, showing off and admiring her figure from the reflection of the mirror. She twisted her limbs and posed like a supermodel, smiling in a good mood.


    Nobody is more beautiful than her, Ling Qingyu thought narcissistically, grateful Miss System improved her beauty level.


    Going through the usual morning routine, Ling Qingyu arrived at the gym after she finished breakfast and met three women, whom she wished to avoid at all cost as long as possible.


    Geez, she had escapedst night luckily, and the reason why she went this time to the gym earlier. If not for the elders'' presence, Ling Qingyu had no idea whether she could survive the night.


    Too bad, all three of them were here. As soon as Ling Qingyu opening the door paused midway, three pairs of eyesnded in her direction.


    Their gaze without smiles brought an eerie atmosphere. Ling Qingyu gulped hard with difficulty. Her hand on the door handle which was about to withdraw, stopped incredulously.


    She was at the staggering moment, undecided to move forward or backward, like adder destroyed underneath her feet. Her body froze, receiving her confidantes'' maddening stares.


    There were no elders to rescue her out this time. It seemed they had nned to wait for her. Ling Qingyu''s body trembled when she thought her confidantes might also n to punish her worse if she didn''te to the gym today.


    Against their re, Ling Qingyu''s arm raised involuntarily and waved. "Hi, girls. Good morning!" Ling Qingyu giggled to relieve the tension. "You''re here very early. Why are you eager to exercise?"


    "Aren''t you also very eager this morning?" Tang Ziyi replied, raising her eyebrows at Ling Qingyu''s remarks.


    Xiao Yue snapped her neck, left and right, twisting her wrists and knuckles, producing loud cracks. Each snap caused Ling Qingyu to cringe.


    Finally, Ling Qingyu''s eyesnded on Zhao Xiurong, the least harmful existence among the three.


    Zhao Xiurong said, "Good morning, Sister Ling. Like fire and water, I am on the side of the advantageous team. I advise you to give up resistance."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched, listening to her secretary''s work. What should she do if her own person was against her, very urgent, needing help?! This should be what her inquiry on the inte looked like.

 Chapter 181: Zhao Xiurong joined in the fun?

    "Where''s my real secretary? Where are you, Secretary Zhao?" Ling Qingyu looked around as if her most capable assistant was nowhere to be found, promptingughter from Zhao Xiurong.


    "It doesn''t matter, Boss. One inch is one inch. You need to be punished no matter what your identity is, even if my job is lost. Anyway, you can''t fire me since I possess 10 percent of thepany/" Zhao Xiurong folded her arms and said righteously.


    Ling Qingyu''s mouth opened wide and became speechless. Listening to Secretary Zhao''s remarks, Ling Qingyu wiped the nonexistent cold sweats forming on her forehead.


    Where was once her gentle and wifey Zhao Xiurong? Ling Qingyu''s eyes burst into tears,menting the harshness of her fate. Give her Wife Zhao back!


    Although Ling Qingyu knew Zhao Xiurong was not serious but merely kidding around, what she spoke was the truth.


    After chatting with her half-sister on the phone, Ling Qingyu went to Zhao Xiurong''s room and signed a contract, transferring the 10 percent shares of herpany to her secretary.


    Relying on Zhao Xiurong''s proportional ownership of thepany, the secretary position was indeed an overkill.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue stepped closer and grabbed each of Ling Qingyu''s forearms with great strength, fearing her escape. Ling Qingyu''s urge to move away dissipated in front of their menacing auras.


    Even though all the women before Ling Qingyu''s eyes were strong women who refused to give up as soon as they encountered an obstacle.


    Ling Qingyu''s existence upgraded the game''s difficulty to another level. Even if Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue heard silent foreshadowing from Athena, they didn''t think too much.


    Initially, they weren''t nning to y a childish game at all but Ling Qingyu''s persistence brought their figure before theputers.


    Xiao Yue, despite being an antique human, had learned new technology very fast and knew how to y games.


    Athena could only pray for the three women''s psychology from going downhill. And as she expected, Ling Qingyu was simply the gamer''s nemesis.


    Although the three women liked challenges, they weren''t masochists to suffer Ling Qingyu''s abuses. Unlike Athena who had more tolerance, they intended to teach Ling Qingyu a lesson.


    Ling Qingyu ''happily'' enjoyed three women''s attention in the gym. With a helpless face, Ling Qingyu increased in the intensity of the exercise, under the watchful eyes of Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue.


    Ling Qingyu''s crispy groan echoed across the hall. Her survival instinct disallowed Ling Qingyu to speak out her opposition.


    Until the women were satisfied, Ling Qingyu had her entire body sore. Of course, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue knew the proportion and drove Ling Qingyu to another limit.


    At least, Ling Qingyuforted herself, bing stronger than ever before. What''s more, she had afortable massage session by beauties.


    While the four of them were lying on the massage bed, Zhao Xiurong suddenly asked. "Sister Ling, speaking of the game, is it developed by ourselves?"


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue who knew the answer from Athena stayed quiet while Ling Qingyu replied: "Hmm, it''s ours. Although the game is still in beta version and hasn''t been advertised yet, I believe gold will shine anywhere."


    Zhao Xiurong nodded inwardly at Ling Qingyu''s words. Although she didn''t fancy fighting and war themes, her eyes could read the businessing from the game.


    "Who writes this game then?"


    "It''s hidden for now. Don''t worry, you''ll see her appearance soon." Ling Qingyu answered and thought of the time to unveil Athena to Zhao Xiurong.


    Zhao Xiurong didn''t continue to ask. She could read between the lines¡ªthere remained many secrets, which she believed Ling Qingyu would tell her soon.


    Soon, the group separated; Zhao Xiurong went back to her room to work on thepany''s tasks; Ling Qingyu along with Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue prepared to go out to wee her sister.


    After all, Ling Qingyu felt safer with the presence of two women. Not to mention, she was bringing her guards too.


    Today was the day, Ling Yunxiang would arrive at the airport. Despite the chaos yesterday, no government buildings had closed and everything was working as usual.


    After asking her Butler Lin where the elders were, Ling Qingyu discovered they were still sleeping, since they went to bedte. Telling her butler, that she was leaving for a while to bring her half-sister back from the airport, Ling Qingyu entered her Bentley.


    She nned to pick up Ling Yunxiang personally and enjoyed driving too. Of course, the bodyguards'' motorcades followed her journey.


    Since her Bentley had been modified, Tang Ziyi neverpeted for a driver position. Still, Ling Qingyu had to follow along with the convoy rather than drive herself.


    Tang Ziyi''s Cadic was straight behind her and a Rangerover ahead of her. Ling Qingyu became boredter on, watching the same car behind throughout the journey.


    No difference in sight killed her prior excited mood. Ling Qingyu decided on her return journey, she would no longer follow behind someone.


    Province N airport was located far away from the urban area and the journey took about an hour. And that was the fastest because they were driving on the highway, avoiding the congested town.


    These interconnected highways were built so that time could be saved from going through urban districts.


    Even in the early hours, traffic was still high near the airport. After finding a parking spot, the rest of the cars in her convoy also parked in a staggered formation.


    The ck color of her convoy was too noticeable and the uniform paint isted her group from other vehicle users.


    Especially when the gangs were too popr on the news, people tried to avoid trouble, even if they weren''t sure.


    Likewise, Ling Qingyu''s group also attracted eyes from around. She could even see some pointed their fingers at her group of cars and talked, covering their mouths.


    A sign people did subconsciously to hide their words from others. Any movement that attributed to covering the mouth symbolized a hiding intention.


    Ling Qingyu even imagined their dialogue going on. Stay away from those cars. Look at these people, watch yourselves not to offend others. It''s best to distance yourself. This is Province N. h.


    h.


    Looking at the time disy on the car disy monitor, 30 minutes remained before Ling Yunxiang''s ne arrived. Ling Qingyu turned on the music and passed the time.


    Her convoy consisted of 3 Rangerovers, a Cadic, and a Mercedes Benz van. Except for the van, only two guards were inside each of the Rangerover.


    Everyone was armed to a degree, since Yang Qingyue had given her words, permitting the use of firearms for her group.


    Tang Ziyi giving weapons, had received a collection of praises from her subordinates. It showed how much her guards from the military missed the days they held guns.


    A/N: My head hurts with so many tragic events. I might update another chapter veryte maybe 12 hourster. Gonna sleep first.


    Especially the moment when the author nned a plot not long ago of an extremist group and Ling Qingyu fighting against and finally eliminating, inputting some humanity and ideology. But Geez.


    The author wrote own thoughts and didn''t mean discussion. My feeling after seeing sickening videos. Even infant child!

 Chapter 182: Ling Qingyus group mistakened as officials

    Perhaps Ling Qingyu''s convoy drew too much attention that the airport securities stepped toward her group to investigate.


    One of the officers marched toward the ck van. Ling Qingyu''s guards already noticed their eyes and were prepared.


    Maybe because the Van stayed behind, it became the first target for the officers on duty. Owing to the tinted windows on her cars, no one outside could see the view inside.


    There were eight of her guards inside the van. One of the female guards sitting in the front seat, rolled down the windows, saying nothing but showing herself.


    But the airport security officers were bbergasted. Although they anticipated the one inside the van should be hardcore, what unfolded before their eyes was another level.


    The female guard, whose gender in their eyes wasn''t even specifiable, wore ck attire, special clothing. A helmet with a ballistic visor plus additional Ker with thebel¡ªPOLICE.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t know her guards inside the van were wearing different uniforms, even simr to a SWAT unit.


    Seeing the female guards'' style, the airport security guards went speechless and tried to nce inside and saw the rest, dressed the same.


    Did they just meet the legendary unit which participated in yesterday''s rescue operation? They were wearing the same and looked exactly as seen in the video footage.


    The security asked if these motorcades were from the same group and received nods from her female guard.


    The group went away after knowing the units were staying here for something. And based on the female guards'' expressions without words, they reckoned something confidential might be going on around here.


    Ling Qingyu had no idea, her convoy had already drawn the attention of authorities, especially in a sensitive time. Her eyes only wandered over the car clock, waiting for her sister''s arrival.


    Soon, her phone received a message from her cheap sister and the clock also told her, the ne should have arrived.


    Ling Qingyu drove her Bentley to a pickup-and-dropoff-only area while she requested Athena to send the message to Ling Yunxiang, informing the location.


    Her motorcades followed her and parked in an avable area, not disrupting the traffic. Surely, some drivers hadining eyes but no one said a word to avoid trouble.


    On the other hand, the airport security ignored Ling Qingyu''s group after they learned from the previous investigation, there might be some secret affairs and distanced themselves away.


    Unknowingly, Ling Qingyu enjoyed the benefits without raising suspicions or creating problems at all. Soon, her phone vibrated again and it was Ling Yunxiang''s call.


    "Hello. Where are you now?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "I''m now taking out my luggage and going out. Have you arrived, Sis?" Ling Yunxiang''s voice came into her ear.


    "Of course, I''m here. Juste directly out to the pickup zone at your terminal. You''ll see my figure there." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Alright. See you soon, Sis." The call ended and Ling Qingyu immediately got out of the vehicle and stood on the pavement, leaning her hand against her Bentley.


    Her figure attracted many passer-by males. Men were wondering if they should step forward to ask for a WeChat ID, while women were envious and jealous of her perfect ratio.


    Ling Qingyu dressed very simply with jeans and a ck braided shirt, brown high heels. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue stared at her surroundings, observing every person''s movement and made a rough judgment.


    Her female bodyguards also heightened their concentration to protect her. No one still exited the vehicle in order to avoid causing amotion.


    Since there wasn''t anyone approaching Ling Qingyu''s position, close protection wasn''t necessary yet. It could be attributed to so many ck vehicles'' presence.


    Not to mention, in addition to the personnel''s vignce, Athena''s monitoring made the protection foolproof.


    After a while, Ling Qingyu''s eyes captured a tall female figure, full of curves and beauty. Even though the woman was covered by her mask and sunsses, Ling Qingyu instantly knew it was her cheap sister.


    Despite so many coverings, Ling Qingyu had studied pictures shown by Athena, when she researched about Ling Yunxiang.


    So, she immediately discovered her half-sister''s figure as soon as she appeared in her sight. Ling Qingyu waved her hand and Ling Yunxiang noticed her.


    She returned the gesture and walked toward Ling Qingyu. When the two goddess figures met each other, many men had their eyes straightened.


    If it weren''t for a public asion, they might have howled their desires. There were also couples, where their female partners punished their loved ones.


    Pretty sure, there might be disinfectant sales increase to wipe off the wounds.


    Ling Qingyu watched as her sister quickened her pace and slowed down to a hesitant footstep. Both exchanged an eye contest until Ling Qingyu gestured her sister to put the baggage behind the trunk.


    Despite hearing from her parents about Ling Qingyu, Ling Yunxiang wasn''t as lively as she talked on the phone when she met her sister in reality.


    To break apart the iceyer, Ling Qingyu joked: "What''s the matter, you aren''t shouting yourself as Aunt in front of me again?"


    "Please don''t joke. I was in a bad mood back then, Sister." Ling Yunxiang smiled helplessly. Although her expression was hidden under the mask and sunsses, Ling Qingyu felt the resonance.


    Ling Yunxiang struggled to lift her luggage and Ling Qingyu easily carried with one hand, piquing an astonished stare. Ling Qingyu strugged her shoulders.


    Obviously, her increased strength weren''t for nothing. She had easily showoff in front of her sister and her vanity was satisfied.


    After mming the hood, Ling Qingyu entered her driver position. Ling Yunxiang sat on the copilot spot. The Bentley sped off, followed by the other ck vehicles nearby.


    The men swallowed their saliva, considering themselves lucky not to be an early worm. With organized group around the two beautifuldies, anyone who dared to be the first could be theirst.


    Sure enough, the airport security members thought. If it weren''t for their investigation and vignce, they would never know a VIP came. No one knew that thedy was a VVIP.


    They didn''t know the woman''s identity but to send this strength of protection must be someone from the capital¡ªperhaps children of some officials or the personnel who might turn over the entire Province N officialdom.


    Everyone who hadmon sense knew the officials'' careers in Province N were in jeopardy. The central government was now keen to rectify the entire chains from top to bottom.


    Of course, the top would only lose some skin but it was the bottom who were in panic mode. Jail might be the best oue for them.

 Chapter 183: Ling Yunxiang fears facing hatred

    Ling Qingyu and Ling Yunxiang remained quiet inside the vehicle. The two didn''t speak despite how close their blood was.


    Ling Qingyu touched a few times on the console and a rxing melody rang. After adjusting the volume to her desire, Ling Qingyu turned her head toward her cheap sister.


    "Are you still going to cover yourself in front of your elder sister?" Ling Qingyu broke apart the piling weirdness.


    "No, Sis." Ling Yunxiang coughed and took away the masks and sunsses. Ling Qingyu''s eyes beamed after seeing her sister''s face very close.


    She had seen pictures on the inte but none of them wereparable to her close encounter. As expected of a heroine, there wasn''t any fault in her figure and face.


    If there was a beauty ranking, Ling Yunxiang would definitely score high. Still, Ling Qingyu found her sister shouldn''t score higher than hers.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t admit she was a narcissist. Miss System had upgraded her beauty attributes to another level, not requiring makeup on her face.


    So, Ling Qingyu rarely wore makeup if there weren''t any serious asions. Even then Ling Yunxiang was still overshadowed by her elder sister.


    Of course, what Ling Yunxiangcked more should be the temperament. She appeared more like a youthful teen, fresh and lively without any entrapping charm like a girl in a neighborhood.


    Compared to Ling Qingyu''s iron-heart domineering ice queen aura, the sight becameckluster. But as a heroine, what Ling Yunxiang needed was a transformation of soul.


    Whenever she thought of another male lead taking advantage of her sister and even trying to bully her, Ling Qingyu clenched her grip on the steering wheel. Her reaction frightened Ling Yunxiang, who swallowed the air with difficulty.


    Noticing her strangeness, Ling Qingyu instantly remedied. "You''re indeed beautiful. Perhaps that is the reason for the jealousy from your enemies."


    "Thank you, Sis. I think you''re more beautiful." Ling Yunxiang replied, not forgetting to tter her elder sister. But what she said was the truth.


    One of the reasons for stunning Ling Yunxiang was Ling Qingyu''s allure, invoking strong heartbeats from the onlookers. The charm was palpable as a block of ice during a hot summer. Even women weren''t totally immune.


    Ling Qingyu nodded her head, obviously noticing Ling Yunxiang''sck of exnation for what happened online. She intended to discuss this issue and solve the problem fast.


    Avoiding wasn''t the solution for Ling Yunxiang, for her personal development, or her career in the entertainment industry. This moment might be the time the male lead exploited Ling Yunxiang''s vulnerability.


    For now, she put the dreary topic aside toe backter on in a safe and rxing location. Only then would Ling Yunxiang open up about her predicament.


    "Come on. Rx yourself. I''m not a big devil who licked eating girls." Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes at Ling Yunxiang''s estrangement,pletely in contrast to her liveliness when the twomunicated on the phone.


    Ling Yunxiang chuckled nervously and looked around, trying hard to find a topic to chat around. The two were in different dimensions, despite their small age difference.


    The topic that shared sentiment between the two sisters was like the north and south poles. None of their career, social interaction and status were simr.


    Scratching her head, Ling Yunxiang blurted out. "I never expect Sister Yu to pick me up at the airport personally. Aren''t you afraid of being alone?"


    "Nope," Ling Qingyuughed a little. "I''m not a person who would risk myself unnecessarily."


    "Awnn!" Ling Yunxiang moaned in dissatisfaction. "I thought I would hear kindhearted words."


    Ling Qingyu smiled and shook her head, amused at Ling Yunxiang''s behavior. "Look around our car. Do you think I''m driving alone?"


    Ling Yunxiang almost nodded her head but controlled her movement. Her eyes studied the surroundings as she swiveled her head.


    It wouldn''t be noticeable if Ling Qingyu didn''t say a word. Like usual traffic, she saw many cars around. She realized the ck ones were following the Bentley, the two sisters drove on.


    She recognized the models¡ªCadic, Rangerovers, and Mercedes. Thinking carefully, Ling Yunxiang now understood, that these vehicles were around her sister and her when the two first met at the terminal.


    Although she didn''t see the people inside, she assumed from Ling Qingyu''s words, that they were her guards, wielding firearms too.


    With therge protective arrays, Ling Yunxiang felt safer than ever, even if the current province wasbeled as the most dangerous across the entire country.


    "Sis, you''re too much¡ªso many cars. If someone tells me your identity is hidden to act like a normal businesswoman, but in reality was some kind of official, I''ll believe the statement without hesitation." Ling Yunxiang said.


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes but didn''t refute. Frankly, she also thought the same. Themotion was too huge and could be picked by her opponents to destroy her reputation.


    She had once said this predicament to Tang Ziyi, who refused by simply stating¡ªLing Qingyu''s identity had ceased to be average and would only grow stronger.


    No matter what the public said, it was all for naught. By the time her enemies utilized those means to destroy her; Ling Qingyu would be way out of their league to deal with.


    Naturally, the main reason she epted the arrangement was because of Tang Ziyi, who mocked Ling Qingyu for her cowardice and yed a reverse psychology card.


    And it was very effective, causing Ling Qinyu to change in mentality greatly. Although Ling Qingyu told herself, it was mainly due to Tang Ziyi''s words, whether it was indeed the truth remained a mystery.


    "There are some things meant not to be known. Likewise, you won''t know the reason for my overexaggeration." Ling Qingyu exined with a smile.


    Ling Yunxiang stared at her sister for a moment and paused. She didn''t delve further but she understood there might be more hidden plots. "Now that you call me to visit your home, what do you have in mind?"


    Ling Qingyu didn''t mind her change of topics, since she decided to hide the news of her assassination. To be honest, she really didn''t have aplete n for Ling Yunxiang.


    She merely summoned her half-sister close to her, due to Miss System''s primary missions¡ªkeep the scum hands off beautiful females to avoid multiple boats scenario and protect Ling Yunxiang from suffering abuse - Stockholm syndrome.


    Ling Qingyu tapped her finger and muttered. "How about you rx for the time being? Enjoy your solitude life."


    "Sounds like a great idea to me. I just like to stay like this forever." Ling Yunxiang replied with a shrug.


    "You''ll definitely love living in my residence." Ling Qingyu talked with a spoiling tone.


    Even though the weirdness of suddenly having a stranger as a sister didn''t dissipate, after a close interaction for a while, Ling Qingyu had a positive favorability.


    Ling Yunxiang raised her brows at Ling Qingyu''s reply. From her tone, it appeared surprises were waiting for her to unfold.


    The two sisters talked more and more, as they felt the closeness deepened. Ling Yunxiang even made jokes, promptingughter from Ling Qingyu.


    Time passed, as Ling Qingyu drove back to her manor and the conversation varied from topics to topics without pressuring each other.


    Perhaps, Ling Yunxiang remembered something, she bit her tongue.


    Somehow, Ling Yunxiang showed a hesitant expression; Ling Qingyu noticed her behavior and inquired. "Why? What''s the matter with your hesitance?"


    "Sis, will it be okay to see Aunt Amorette?" Ling Yunxiang asked. Her question wasn''t out of the blue. Based on the two family''s past and rtionship, it would be a miracle if Ling Qingyu''s mothermitted violence.


    Ling Qingyu also thought the same way as her sister before until she confessed to Amorette, feeling guilty for repairing the rtionship, her mother suffered grievance in. Her mother had long already moved out of her ''heart'' disease.


    Frowning after hearing Ling Yunxiang''s words, Ling Qingyu took a deep breath and exhaled. "Mom isn''t someone who takes grievance on the innocence. Besides, the elder''s enmity shouldn''t pass on to the future generation. Romeo and Juliet''s story tells us the exact tragedy due to older generations'' hostility."


    Ling Yunxiang nodded her head in relief, understanding Aunt Amorette wouldn''t trouble her, when she recuddled with Ling Qingyu.


    "Who''s Romeo and Juliet though? From the looks of your face, the tragedy seems very heart-wrenching." Ling Yunxiang asked curiously.


    Ling Qingyu felt her words stuck, as her mouth gaped open. Her mind was in disbelief for a while. Controlling her expression, Ling Qingyu thought of what to speak.


    Anyway, nothing surprising, since the worlds weren''t the same. Histories were already different. One missing Shakespeare''s work didn''t matter. Or does Shakespeare even exist?


    "Nothing. As long as you understand the story was a romance tragedy, the couple suffered because of families'' feud." Ling Qingyu shook her head and replied.


    Ling Yunxiang muttered in agreement and stopped inquiring, seeing her sister didn''t want to mention more.


    "I''m relieved I won''t face trouble staying with you and spending my time with your elders." Ling Yunxiang said.


    "They might even adore you to the point of spoiling. So long as you don''t mention the name of the scum, you''ll do fine." Ling Qingyu replied.

 Chapter 184: Lecturing her sister

    "They might even adore you to the point of spoiling. So long as you don''t mention the name of the scum, you''ll do fine." Ling Qingyu replied.


    Ling Yunxiang watched with her helpless eyes at her sister; the corners of her mouth twitched. She needed not to mention who Ling Qingyu was referring to.


    Other than her father, who else could present such a title apart from Ling Qingyu and her mother. She admitted her father was at fault.


    Others could me him or point fingers, cursing words or dehumanizing him, but she couldn''t. Her presence came due to such an event.


    She might be the only person who had no rights to ckmouth her father. Hearing Ling Qingyu''s turn, she didn''t express any rejection.


    "Just don''t mention that bastard''s name; they won''t take it well, especially my mother." Ling Qingyu restated the point, hearing nothing, and looked over.


    She found the helpless expression on her cheap sister. Even though Ling Qingyu''s mother had been cured by Miss System, she couldn''t guarantee nothing should happen.


    Precaution was a must and her insistence disyed her seriousness in the message she desired to convey to Ling Yunxiang. Ling Qingyu concentrated on her driving.


    Her hand pulled the turn signal as she eased off the elerator. The vehicle slowed down as it was about to turn right toward the new road ahead, leading toward her manor.


    This time, some of her guards'' vehicles overtook her and put the Bentley in the middle, stopping Ling Qingyu''s self-indulgence. She sighed in boredom but couldn''t me her subordinates.


    In terms of security work, her guards were too serious, even she suspected she lost her power sometimes¡ªlike a toy to be manipted albeit in a good way.


    Watching her elder sister driving in boredom, Ling Yunxiang smiled. Now, she saw the protectors around their vehicles, more obviously.


    In fact, Ling Yunxiang admired her sister very much, particrly what she heard from outside. At the same time, she had innate fears regarding Ling Qingyu.


    Although those fears disappeared slowly when shemunicated with her, Ling Yunxiang was a bit scared.


    The rumor of her sister''s ruthlessness was well known, especially in the business circle and she heard a lot from her parents too.


    While she really looked toward having another elder sibling as an only child, Ling Yunxiang felt scared and guilty.


    But these feelings slowly vanished, chatting with Ling Qingyu. Unlike the cold ruthless aura, she received warmth and care, despite in a tsundere way.


    If Ling Qingyu knew what her sister thought deeply inside, she would have spurted blood in anger and immediately punished her cheap sister to show love.


    Soon, they arrived at Ling Qingyu''s residential area of vis and mansions. Ling Yunxiang on the side stuck her face against the window, and her eyes widened.


    "You live here, Sis? Why''s everything rted to you all big?!" She eximed, merely thinking the residential area belonged to other people but her sister''s residence must also be as big as those she saw.


    Ling Qingyu understood what her half-sister had in mind and said. "Yes, the entire residence belongs to me. How''s it? Isn''t your big sister amazing?"


    Ling Qingyu raised her eyebrows in amusement, watching Ling Yunxiang''s shocked expression. Somehow, her sister possessed a cute vibe, causing others to want to bully her more


    Ling Qingyu was stunned at her chains of thoughts. Perhaps, this could be the reason why Ling Yunxiang entered the sadomasochist drama.


    That was so dangerous, Ling Qingyu told herself. Even though her bullying level didn''t reach a hurtful one, it proved what could happen to her sister, should she meet the so-called male lead, whose brain was having problems.


    "All of these?" Ling Yunxiang was in huge doubt. Was the wealth she understood the same as Ling Qingyu. "You meant everything here belongs to you? Why are you so rich?"


    Ling Yunxiang couldn''t believe what she saw and heard, just now. Well, Ling Qingyu''s words were probably the truth, since there was no need to lie to her.


    Ling Yunxiang''s family was one of the richest and most influential in the province; her reaction shouldn''t be overexaggerated based on her family background.


    Of course, owning mansions and vis wasn''t anything new to her eyes. Relying on the wealth of her father and mother, she could buy a vi or a mansion, but to possess so many like Ling Qingyu, she must raise her hands high.


    Not to mention her, even her dad, mom, and other people she knew would surrender in front of Ling Qingyu''s spending.


    Only with the entire family''s effort, would a situation like Ling Qingyu be possible. The worth and the money in cash easy to withdraw and use, were different.


    Ling Yunxiang might not be an economist or an expert but it took nothing more than logic to see through Ling Qingyu had so much cash avable to spend.


    Heck, even the family might not look happy spendingvishly like Ling Qingyu. Should she act spoilt before her father to buy vis and mansions, her father would be kicked out of his position as the head of the family position soon.


    "But you also earn a lot for the ie, Am I right?" Ling Qingyu said. "As an idol, it would be easy to have wealth in your hands with a snap of the fingers."


    "Even if we earn an incredible amount we always aim for, we aren''tparable to the capitalist like you." Ling Yunxiang pouted, giving a side nce at her sister. "Besides, I''m not even a second-tier artist, barely making a third-tier. If it isn''t for my fath¡­family''s backing, having an audience remains a mystery."


    "Well, you can ask your family to buy," Ling Qingyu said. Ling Yunxiang rolled her eyes in response, unsure whether her sister was merely sarcastic.


    "Sis, you really want me to be kicked out of the ancestry. Give me a break."


    "Come on. I suppose you already made enough money yourself to get a good residence." Ling Qingyu shrugged.


    "Of course, not. I''m not very sessful in my career." Ling Yunxiang smiled with a sad face.


    "As long as you enjoy the process, it''s only a matter of time before sess shows up on your face." Ling Qingyu said, contrary to what she thought inside.


    Sess relied on effort but sometimes life didn''t work out. Luck and social connection yed a great role. But Ling Qingyu wasn''t going to say this, especially since it would only dampen the mood.


    The only advice was to never give up and reflect on the failures. They were the benchmarks, pioneering the path one had to walk. As Ling Qingyu exined the life phenomenon, her sister pressed her forehead against her palm with a painful expression.


    Ling Yunxiang didn''t attempt to refute her sister''s lectures. At least, she feltfort and care. But she still spoke. "Not one in our family can spend recklessly as you. I must admit, you are way more sessful than everyone thought. I don''t know if you can buy real estate in the capital."


    "I couldn''t tell myself too." Ling Qingyu said. "But my financial strength can buy what you just said but my connection can''t."


    "Even if you''re rich, you aren''t as powerful as an official, is it?" Ling Yunxiang said.


    "It depends on the identity and their background. But in the modern era, you can''t do things superficially ording to your will and breakws." Ling Qingyu chuckled. She couldn''t say this in her past life; but, in the current world, the system worked differently, although dictatorship had been on the rise among countries than those in the past 100 years.


    Ling Yunxiang nodded, stroking her chin, and muttered her conclusion. "Capital and official are in bnce and checking each other."


    "As it should be and there will always be faults. It''s our duty and responsibility as a human to point these out and figure out a solution."


    "Ah!... My head hurts listening to you. Sis, it''s better for me to stay away from your world." Ling Yunxiang cried out; poor she just stayed away from her mother in this trip and met another mother-like figure.


    "You cannot. You have already in the circle since day one your influence reaches out to many in public. If it ain''t for your family, those big fishes might havended an eye and taken action. Particrly your astounding beauty could trouble youter by some of the corrupted men in power." Ling Qingyu spoke in a firm yet chiding tone.


    "Sis, Thank you for yourpliment but it''s not like with your beauty, the situation isn''t simr without my fath¡­" Ling Yunxiang retorted but stopped short and covered her mouth in regret. Her eyes peeked at her several times, her mouth pursed.


    Ling Qingyu knew the behavior of her sister¡ªwanting to speak but fear of offending her. She curled her lips, almostughing but held herself to stand her ground, depicting as a frustrated elder sister.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu thought of whether Ling Yunxiang acted in a way to antagonize her. However, her sister had no motives and hatred to so, manipting her.


    Besides, what Ling Yunxiang said contained the ugly truth the past Ling Qingyu refused to believe in.


    Ling Qingyu was sane enough to discover why the past she remained unscathed, given her beauty level and career sess. Indeed, the past she suffered many suppressions and exploitations by the opposite sex, but never beyond.


    Of course, the original Ling Qingyu wasn''t weak in conspiracy and management. She had waged business war and won many. In addition to her skills, luck was also on her side as the enemies didn''t choose violence against her ruthlessness.


    She knew and the past she knew but was unwilling to ept such help, despite such help was not intentional. Her surname Ling dissuaded enemies fromnding a hand on her skin.


    Not to mention, in spite of her firm and unwavering attack, most of the time, her attack left a way out for negotiation.


    No one would jump over a wall in a hurry and lose more than attacking her.


    This was also the reason, attributed to her puzzlement of her assassination. No enemies would choose such a costly method to take her out. It was unnecessary.

 Chapter 185: Guiding Ling Yunxiang (1)

    No matter what, part of the reason for Ling Qingyu''s sess, came from her surname background, which she never fancied the idea.


    In contrast to her predecessor, she could ept the fact, her sess also depended on her surname, whether she liked it or not.


    However, she disagreed with Ling Yunxiang''s words, family background was the foundation for her sess.


    It might have deterred unnecessary opponents but it couldn''t entirely help her. She refused to believe the original strong woman couldn''t navigate through the difficult storm, without the surname Ling.


    Even if the quagmire inside this country troubled her, she could find victory in other countries. Her talent said so.


    Gold shone anywhere in any situation. If it really were the handiwork of her family, there was no way, she was nearly killed in an assassination dumbly, suffering a loss.


    "Do you think, with my talent, I wouldn''t seed anywhere?" Ling Qingyu teased her sister.


    "Of course not," Ling Yunxiang shook her head like a rattle. "I believe it''s only a matter of time before you climb many mountains."


    Not only mountains, I''ll even mend the sky, Ling Qingyu talked to herself.


    "Sometimes, it''s the location that helps your sess. If I can''t prosper here, I can change my ce. Given my youth and energy, the toll it takes on me is nothing." Ling Qingyu exined.


    "You''re right, Sis. There''s always a ce suitable for talents, which gives humongous opportunities." Ling Yunxiang nodded her head, her elbow leaning on the window. "Who knows, I might also seed overseas. As a talented one, my values in the entertainment business are overlooked."


    Ling Qingyu had ck lines over her forehead. Was narcissism in the bloodlines? Couldn''t she understand her sister''s capabilities?


    Even Athena scored Ling Yunxiang, very low. Of course, Ling Yunxiang had some talents but to stand on the pinnacle requires more effort and skills than the current one.


    Ling Qingyu gave a side nce: "You, just you! I think the me without skills and talent might surpass you in terms of fan values."


    Ling Qingyu was merciless, in striking down her sister''s arrogance. Ling Yunxiang whined: "You''re too much. At least give me somefort, will ya."


    "I''m speaking the truth." Ling Qingyu said. "You need experts to guide you, especially from the famous older generation. I''ll help you look for one with my connection."


    Although Ling Qingyu''swork was mostly in the business and fashion circle, it was not impossible to find one with her energy if she tried to search from the entertainment circle.


    Ling Yunxiang, despite being dissatisfied with her sister''s remarks, felt warm, hearing Ling Qingyu would help her career.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu sensed some attractive traits from her sister, particrly the ma prompting her to bully her sister more.


    Despite not being weed by the public, Ling Qingyu could solve the ck materials without breaking a sweat; the difficultyy on Ling Yunxiang''s ability to carry on surviving in the entertainment water with her talents.


    Everyone had likable behaviors or factors that could be enhanced. A simple beautiful vase is a big no-no for Ling Qingyu.


    She reckoned with guidance from the seniors, experts in those specific fields, Ling Yunxiang could disy her favorable traits more vividly, attracting more and making aeback.


    When Ling Qingyu''s convoy reached the gateway of the manor, Ling Yunxiang sprung from her seat in disbelief and gasped. "Hiss!"


    "Sis, not only do you possess so many residences but also thisrge manor. If I didn''t know you more than others, I thought you were from a hidden family." Ling Yunxiang said.


    "What hidden family?" Ling Qingyu chuckled, pushing away thepliment. "As long as you have skills, luck, and talents, you''ll have the same properties as mine."


    Well, she couldn''t confess, it was through her system''s help, that she owned these real estates, especially the big manor, despite the cheaper price in Province N.


    Still, she had confidence in herself, she could row through the difficult water and had the same properties within 5-10 years.


    Her current mindset had matured and strengthened itself. The strong steeled will had been forged, in contrast to her original weakness.


    The mentality was of the utmost importance to someone who wanted to rise up in the hierarchy. Simply refusing to believe¡ªher status should stay the same¡ªwas the initial first step to leap forward from the mud.


    To be frank, Ling Qingyu learned a lot in this world, with Miss System''s guidance. Although some unwillingness of being manipted remained in her heart at the beginning, Ling Qingyu had epted her life.


    Perhaps, the current life would bring her to the top and allow Ling Qingyu to see through many unknowns. There was also gratitude toward her system for the opportunity.


    As for the gender, Ling Qingyu didn''t mind and had opened her narrowmindedness. By seeing Tang Ziyi, Ling Qingyu felt advantages¡ªgetting close to other girls now didn''t matter.


    Assuming all of these benefits happened, provided Tang Ziyi wasn''t around, Ling Qingyu sensed eptance from the Valkyrie-like existence.


    The Goddess of War stopped expelling Ling Qingyu''s grasp. The most notable one was with Yang Qingyue.


    Fortunately, Ling Qingyu wasn''t going to die of singlehood. The disruptor had learned to ept her circumstances.


    As she drove inside her manor, she smiled at Ling Yunxiang''s behavior, turning her body around at the surprise and the astonished tone out of her mouth.


    Every time Ling Yunxiang pointed her finger, Ling Qingyu exined. To the left of the driveway, the existence of two helipads came into their eyes.


    "Sis, you also have a helicopter. Please bring me to a rideter than." Ling Yunxiang shook Ling Qingyu''s arm coquettishly.


    "No, I don''t have one yet. I''m thinking of buying one after you said." Ling Qingyu told her sister.


    Truthfully, Ling Qingyu also wished to possess these flying chariots but she must stay low before she had reasonable exnations for her sudden wealth.


    Despite Miss System''s assurance, there was nothing wrong with carefulness and meticulousness.


    Ling Yunxiang savored the flowery sight and ntations on the right¡ªthe mixture of natural and man-made beauties.


    Moving on, Ling Yunxiang saw the close picture of a Greek Pce style, consisting of huge columns as the foundation. The paint on those walls reflected the luster of sunlight.


    Ling Yunxiang felt like she entered the dream as a princess. The grandeur of Ling Qingyu''s house was iparable with the vis and mansions she had seen before.


    Ling Yunxiang''s eyes widened at the sight of a garden and a courtyard beside the big pce, as the car neared the building.


    She also saw numerous cars parked outside on the open field. Initially believing her sister''s convoy already included many cars, the sight proved her previous assumption wrong.


    So many brands famous in the domestic and abroad. Calcting the assets together, Ling Yunxiang covered her mouth as she sneaked a peek at her sister.


    Until The Bentley drove in a circle around the magnificent water fountain to park at the entrance, Ling Yunxiang was at a loss for words.


    She even suspected her sister''s wealth exceeded the Ling family that she was proud of and might beparable to those in the capital.


    If Ling Qingyu knew Ling Yunxiang''s guess, she would have straightened her chest and proudly stated she could be the number one richest in the world.


    Seeing her sister''s lethargic reaction, Ling Qingyu nudged her with an elbow. "Why aren''t you getting out? We''ve already arrived."


    Ling Yunxiang slowly turned her head and shrieked, jumped on her seat and grabbed Ling Qingyu''s arm. "Sis, you gotta support me for the rest of my life! You''re so rich and as an elder sister, you must look after me!"


    Ling Qingyu retracted her arms away, bringing Ling Yunxiang who held her arms over, head on the shoulder. Like a ko, hanging on her arms, Ling Qingyu looked at her sister in disgust and said mercilessly. "No, I''m never supporting a person who wastes weight on the earth."


    Against Ling Yunxiang''s puppy eyes begging for her words, Ling Qingyu poked her finger at the side of Ling Yunxiang''s head and pushed it away, clicking her tongue.


    Although Ling Qingyu admitted her sister''s begging eyes had some effect, she still expressed her disagreement, even if it cost nothing to support another sister, without a problem.


    "Come on, Sis. I''m the only younger sister." Ling Yunxiang whined but remained in her seat this time. "Who else will look after me if not you?"


    "If I announce I want another sibling, I''m sure there''ll be a flood of people lining up for miles." Ling Qingyu said, rolling her eyes. "Besides, as a human being, you should always do something worthy, living your life. It''s the only way you be incorruptible."


    "I''m trying too; my acting career meets a Waterloo." Ling Yunxiang folded her arms and snorted.


    Ling Qingyu raised her brows: Girl, you sure it is Waterloo, notcking in yourself. Perhaps, aware of Ling Qingyu''s exnation, Ling Yunxiang turned her head away.


    "Okay! I''ll support you for the rest of your life as long as you are a venerable second-tier actress or idol, whatever the ranking you call," Ling Qingyu said, staring at her sister seriously.


    Noting Ling Qingyu''s mood swing, Ling Yunxiang muttered: "It''s as if I need your support if I already reached that level."

 Chapter 186: Guiding Ling Yunxiang (2)

    "It''s as if I need your support if I already reached that level." Despite a soft voice, Ling Qingyu heard her and didn''t get angry.


    Her sister seemed more like a teen reaching her adolescent, dissatisfied with responsibilities and thought the world revolved around her.


    Even though she didn''t believe it was her, her subconscious reaction disyed her ideology. Ling Qingyu refused to believe she could fix her.


    "True. Once you seed in your career and get stronger, you won''t need my help. But a mere second-tier shouldn''t earn you the freedom you desire in your heart. Am I correct?" Ling Qingyu replied.


    "I have my own ie; why can''t I?" Ling Yunxiang disagreed but her eyes narrowed, knowing fully well, that her sister was trying to prove her wrong.


    "Can you resist your elder''s decision then?" Ling Qingyu showed curiosity in her eyes. "What if the family elders see an opportunity by marrying you to a man so that their business will prosper?"


    "My parents won''t do it," Ling Yunxiang refuted, but her voice quivered and Ling Qingyu took note of it immediately and curled her lips.


    "Really? Howe you don''t show confidence in your voice?" Ling Qingyu asked in a doubtful tone. "Just like the scum abandon my mother, whether being forced or willingly, it doesn''t matter. The least point we can take on¡ªhecks the strength to resist."


    Ling Yunxiang choked into quietness. Ling Qingyu''s description of her father brought mood swings; she replied: "Why are you bringing my father into our conversation?"


    "I didn''t mean to in the first ce; I''m just giving an example." Ling Qingyu directed the topic away and reminded. "Alright. What I want to say is you need strength to make your own decision. Otherwise, it''s all big talk."


    "Then how about first-tier?" Ling Yunxiang was unwilling to give up.


    "The same. No matter how much you earn as long as you depend on others for your sess, you''ll be limited, unless you breakthrough yourself which is difficult. It''s how life works. We negotiate, we exchange and make a deal."


    "But if I refuse, what can they do?" Ling Yunxiang tilted her head. She still didn''t get why her sister was persistent in exnation.


    "Your acting career will be over. Don''t argue with me here." Ling Qingyu raised her hand, and stopped the interruption. "I''m also a capitalist and I know what your family is capable of. There are many methods to handle you and it''s not difficult."


    "I can work hard in other jobs. They couldn''t do more, I suppose."


    "They can morally kidnap you, exploit your love and pressure you from all sides."


    Ling Yunxiang exhaled, giving up her argument. "Then, what am I supposed to do? Why do I feel like you''ll use those techniques more than my family?"


    Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched. Could she say she reced herself in their shoes? She had seen movies, and dramas, heard more from outside, and understood the mindset.


    "Look all I''m trying is to let you have a goal. Once you''re first-tier or second-tier, which is confirmed by an expert of your ability, I''ll protect you. That''s my point." Ling Qingyu finally mentioned her request.


    Ling Yunxiang sighed in relief, understanding her sister''s purpose. It was a hidden way to tell her, Ling Qingyu agreed to support her. She was almost pressured to the brink of copse.


    Her sister''s aura was too strong. Was everyone in her position, had the same power? Ling Yunxiang didn''t like to find out.


    Her lips returned to a smile, feeling delighted her sister agreed to take care of her. Although Ling Qingyu only promised if she seeded in her acting career, it was already a milestone.


    "Well, to be honest, in an arranged marriage, as long as the guy is capable and trustworthy, I''m fine as a wife looking after my husband." Ling Yunxiang said.


    Hearing her sister''s words, Ling Qingyu almost popped her eyes out of the sockets and blurted out. "You don''t know for sure, whether he''s reliable without sufficient contact. And are you sure you can be a simple housewife? I doubt you can do a chore."


    "What''s the point of being rich if I had toplete the house chores myself." Ling Yunxiang shrugged. "Maids will do the work. I''ll just rx and entertain my man. It''s good to fish around doing nothing."


    Ling Qingyu wanted to p the shit out of her sister''s head. She had no idea if Ling Yunxiang was dead serious or merely being sarcastic. Just when she felt herself proud after acting like her Miss System lecturing the younger one, cold water spilled over her head.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t know where to start. In contrast to her strong and independent lifestyle, Ling Yunxiang seemed to fancy fishing around and relying on others.


    To avoid losing the conversation, Ling Qingyu also said whimsically. "Then, I have arge candidate list, you might want to check on. I''ll give it to you in the evening."


    Ling Yunxiang scurried both hands over Ling Qingyu''s arm and shook it nervously, gulping down before she spoke. "I''m joking around. I want to enjoy my life by myself before I get restrained."


    Ling Qingyu narrowed her eyes and stared at her sister impassively. She didn''t speak but her expression told everything.


    Ling Yunxiang chuckled: "Really. I''m serious this time. How could I let others interfere with my hobby?"


    "Don''t want a husband anymore?" Ling Qingyu raised her tone.


    Ling Yunxiang swiveled her head. Just kidding, what if her elder sister arranged a date because of her cumbersome words.


    "Good! We''ll deal with your careerter together. First, let''s get off the car." Ling Qingyu''s face beamed with a smile again.


    Finally, she managed to steer her sister''s crooked idea back to the road of independence and a strong woman.


    Not sure how long would her sister''s mindsetst.


    There wasn''t anything wrong with Ling Yunxiang''s idea but Ling Qingyu felt sad. Most women, who enjoyed working, became depressed after marriage if they were put into doing nothing.


    Like a prison locked inside. They might find happiness from the children and spouse but there would always be a regret. Of course, Ling Qingyu didn''t believe, every woman had the same mentality.


    They could do both but Ling Qingyu fathomed to have a good parenting experience over one''s child, one of the two parents had to give up their dreams.


    Statistics proved that both parents working and having less time to spend with their children had a toll on the child''s psychology. Then, the problem arose between the parties, deciding who should quit.


    On the contrary, some might even prefer marriage over her career. It all depended on the individual''s wants. As for Ling Yunxiang, she became unsure of where her sister''s position leaned toward.


    What definitely made Ling Qingyu disheartened was Ling Yunxiang''s words of thinking marriage confined women. How many others had the same thought?


    But she was certain, the old Ling Qingyu didn''t want to spend her life over housework or under restraint. Not to mention, the current Ling Qingyu had other ideas.


    Society really demanded a lot from each gender. For women, it was mostly the battle between desires and motherhood, Ling Qingyumented.


    She shifted the gear to park mode and opened the door. Ling Yunxiang followed suit as her eyesnded on the maids weing the two sisters.


    Her sister knew how to enjoy herself with so many professional maids. She even suspected whether Ling Qingyu had hidden quirks because the maids were all pretty.


    Ling Qingyu walked to the back and opened the trunk. The servants approached quickly and took the baggage over. Her head turned toward Lin Xiao. "Butler Lin, this is my sister visiting my ce. She''ll live with us for some time here. Please arrange everything for her."


    Lin Xiao bowed. "Of course Miss Ling. How do I call this youngdy?"


    Well, Ling Qingyu felt trouble with the title address. There were two Miss Ling now.

 Chapter 187: You know

    Miss Ling. Then, there were two now and the names would onlyplicate her servants. Lin Xiao had her expression cracked and exchanged a nce with Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu was stumped with her butler''s question. She couldn''t let the servants call her sister, by direct name.


    "Call me anything; I don''t mind." Ling Yunxiang stepped forward. "Miss Yunxiang sounds good too. Or Sister Yunxiang is also okay."


    "Miss Yunxiang will do." Lin Xiao said.


    Ling Qingyu nodded her head and gestured her hand toward Lin Xiao. "This is Lin Xiao, our housekeeper. Anything you don''t understand about the manor or any request, you can ask from her."


    Ling Yunxiang and Lin Xiao smiled and greeted each other.


    "I suppose my sister is hungry." Ling Qingyu saw Ling Yunxiang nod immediately. "Please prepare lunch for the two of us."


    "Will do. Anything else?" said Lin Xiao.


    Ling Qingyu shook her head. Her butler and the other servants instantly dispersed, continuing their jobs. Ling Qingyu turned her face to the side, observing her sister.


    Her eyes went up and down on Ling Yunxiang''s body. Now that, her sister''s figure was also outstanding when viewed from the outside.


    As expected for an idol, there must be a premise of possessing excellent genes. Because Ling Qingyu had seen many high-ranking beauties, including herself in the morning from the mirror, she didn''t feel much.


    If Ling Yunxiang unveiled herself to the public, there would definitely be howls of wolfish men in hunger. Of course, Ling Qingyu''s situation was simr except her strong cold temperament frightened most from even taking a look.


    Ling Qingyu rubbed her chin as she made judgment over her sister''s allure.


    Before because Ling Yunxiang wore a mask and sunsses, Ling Qingyu couldn''t feel her attractiveness. Even after taking off the cover inside the car, Ling Qingyu felt the same.


    It seemed like something was missing, not being able to see the figure alongside her face clearly.


    Since both were avable now, together with her adorable face and good figure, Ling Qingyu could study the beautiful points more.


    Ling Yunxiang wasn''t tall but her high heels lengthened the height. 1.65 meters, Ling Qingyu roughly calcted.


    Among the beauties she had seen, it appeared her sister was the shortest. Even the shorter Xiao Yue was 1.7 m tall.


    Xiao Yue: Where do you see me as the shortest? I''m very tall, Okay.


    Ling Yunxiang had a soft good-looking typical Asian face, a pair of dark eyes and long ck hair. Her legs were long but couldn''t gain the title of long-leg beauty like Tang Ziyi, Xiao Yue and Ling Qingyu.


    In contrast to Ling Qingyu''s exquisite mixture of races between the West and the East, for an Asian woman, Ling Yunxiang exuded a softness and gentleness in her expression and demeanor.


    When Ling Qingyu''s eyes hovered over the chest and the waist, they were indeed prominent but she knew she already won. Her sister leaned more toward petiteness than hers.


    The only disappointment came from Ling Yunxiang''s thinness. Her figure disyed ack of sufficient exercise and strength.


    Although women rarely required muscle standards as long as they appeared outstanding, Ling Qingyu, having lived around female warriors, became nit-picky when she measured female attractions.


    The fragile feeling had never dissipated, watching Ling Yunxiang''s presence, as if a strong breeze could ravage her sister. And Ling Qingyu disliked such a feeling.


    She had decided to give her sister some ruthless training. Girls should also possess strength and skills. She wasn''t going to let othersin about her sister regarding this.


    Ling Yunxiang covered the front part of her chest and underneath her belly with her hands, seeing Ling Qingyu''s strong gaze.


    A cold breeze blew behind lowered the temperature and Ling Yunxiang felt chilled. Her intuition told her something bad was waiting for her.


    "What are you waiting for? Come with me inside." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Eh, Yes, Sis." The two walked through the threshold.


    Ling Qingyu left her Bentley to her maid to park the car. Before the two, Ling Qingyu found the figures of Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue. "Hey, Sister Ziyi and Sister Yue!"


    Ling Yunxiang also discovered the two tall women as soon as her sister shouted. She almost lost herposure and gasped when she saw the two turn their bodies.


    Although she had confidence in her appearance, she felt a little lost staying with Ling Qingyu. But her confidence remained knowing Ling Qingyu inherited better genes.


    As for the two women, they were definitely Asian and simr to hers. She instantly knew her attraction paled.


    Despite not wearing any revealing clothes, their temperaments and figures over-shroud Ling Yunxiang. She was defeated without anyparison¡ªheight, ratio, face, and aura.


    Her pride vanished and she began to reflect more on her sister''s words.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t know Ling Yunxiang had been hit hard and paced toward Tang Ziyi''s duo. The two likely parked the car in the garage and had to walk from far away but arrived earlier.


    Ling Qingyu''s deep conversation with her sister wasted time and was the reason she waster than the two.


    "Care to spare the time to y games with me?" Ling Qingyu joked.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue turned livid and the two showed their fists, and produced cracks, resounding across the hall.


    They still hadn''t recovered themselves from the nightmare. If they never experienced Ling Qingyu''s gamey with their eyes, they would never have known gamey could be so abusive.


    "I''ll take it as a no." Ling Qingyu gulped and changed the topic, lest she gave an excuse to be bullied again. "Please be civilized. Give me some face in front of my sisters."


    Ling Yunxiang was curious. Though she wanted tough seeing Ling Qingyu''s expression, she knew the two women before her were likely to be good friends of Ling QIngyu.


    Looking at the way the two parties exchanged rapport, Ling Yunxiang smiled, as her eyes drifted away. Unlike her who was surrounded by so-called ''friends'', their aim solely to draw benefits from her, she envied Ling Qingyu for having like-mindedpanions.


    "I''m gonna have a lunch. Why don''t you two girls tag along?" Ling Qingyu said.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue exhaled heavily.


    Tang Ziyi: "No need. I''m not hungry yet."


    Xiao Yue: "Me too. We''ll eatter. For now, I still have stuff to do with Tang Ziyi."


    Seeing Xiao Yue turn her head toward Tang Ziyi with a smile, Ling Qingyu felt her skin crisp.


    Her eyes went back and forth between the two. These love birds spreading dog food creased wrinkles on her forehead.


    Tang Ziyi naturally noticed Ling Qingyu''s mood. "You have lots of opportunities and we''re waiting for your improvement. It''s not an impossibility."


    Ling Qingyu heard her reminder and became ted. The two exchanged a knowing nce.


    "Don''t worry, I''ll try hard and strengthen myself," said Ling Qingyu. Xiao Yue and Ling Yunxiang were puzzled at the two''s hidden radiomunications.


    Why they understood every word but couldn''tprehend the meanings? What were they up to?


    Xiao Yue narrowed her eyes and had suspicion. Her face toward Tang Ziyi suddenly turned unkind. What else could make Ling Qingyu jubnt?


    Perhaps sensing Xiao Yue''s eyes, Tang Ziyi straightened her back and coughed.

 Chapter 188: 100 million yuan is nothing?!

    "I need money from you. 100 million yuan for building renovation and other uses." Tang Ziyi immediately changed the topic.


    Ling Qingyu widened her eyes as she stuttered: "100 million yuan! You think it''s a cabbage price?"


    Xiao Yue disyed an astonished exnation; Ling Yunxiang was in a stupor mode. Had she ever seen a friend who asked for 100 million yuan impassively?


    Heck no, even borrowing one million brought her into deep contemtion, calcting risks, losses, and gains. Unless that particr someone was very close and dear to her, there was no possibility.


    Even then 100 million yuan was too much and the one requesting was the most shocking.


    Tang Ziyi tilted her head, bored and shrugged. "You and I know, 100 million is nothing, not especially when Athena earned thrice as more each day."


    "How dare you say 100 million is nothing, and Athena even told you this." Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched. She regretted giving authorization to the two before her now.


    "Of course, not. I calcted my n and discovered the amount. Worried about over-stretching your finances, so, I investigate." Tang Ziyi said.


    "Should I say, thank you then," said Ling Qingyu.


    "My pleasure." Tang Ziyi smirked. "Come on, for high quality, this amount is nothing. Plus, Athena''s existence reduces our cost."


    "Okay," Ling Qingyu sighed in exasperation and nodded, holding her waist. "You can ask Athena to withdraw the amount."


    "Thanks. We''ll get to the job." Tang Ziyi grabbed Xiao Yue and left.


    What could Ling Qingyu say? Based on Tang Ziyi''s power, it was no problem to hack into her wealth. And her current work was also helping Ling Qingyu.


    Not to mention, 100 million yuan was indeed nothing to her. On the other hand, Ling Yunxiang''s head suffered a fever. Bargaining 100 million yuan like in a vegetable market blew her mind.


    It seemed she underestimated her sister''s wealth. Based on their conversation, 100 million yuan meant nothing¡ªshe was awestruck.


    Even her career must struggle with pain and energy, just to earn 10 million yuan. Knowledge really limited her definition of poorness.


    "Alright! Forget that witch," muttered Ling Qingyu.


    "I heard that!" Tang Ziyi''s exmation came from a distance.


    Ling Qingyu pped her forehead¡ªthe world was unfair. Martial artists had keen sights, smells, and hearing.


    Tilting her head to the side, Ling Qingyu hugged Ling Yunxiang over the shoulder. "Let''s go eat our delicious lunch. You won''t regret, eating here. I promise, the meal here is better than the famous restaurants."


    Though Ling Qingyu had no idea if that was really the case, she still bragged about her servants'' capabilities.


    Ling Yunxiang chuckled inwardly, as she noticed maids around, blushed after Ling Qingyu''s words. She admired Ling Qingyu''s demeanor.


    Dining hall.


    The two sisters took seats, opposite to one another. Ling Qingyu asked the waiting maid: "What can I have for lunch?"


    The maid listed out the possible meals, the chefs in the kitchen could make quickly. Ling Qingyu nodded her head and gestured to Ling Yunxiang to order.


    Ling Yunxiang asked from the list and the maid disappeared to the kitchen, after pouring two cups of water. Ling Qingyu could feel Ling Yunxiang had questions.


    "What''s in your mind? Just say it out loud?" asked Ling Qingyu.


    "I can''t believe it. 100 million straightaway without any hesitation." Ling Yunxiang gasped.


    "Well, you''ll get used to it after staying with me longer."


    Ling Yunxiang snorted at her sister, beaming with a smile. "I hope so. I don''t want to suffer heart disease during my youth."


    Ling Qingyu curled the corners of her lips. "Now that we''ve met each other close, I suppose you can tell me about your situation. Of course, that''s after we finish eating."


    Ling Yunxiang nodded, not wanting to talk, where other people could hear them.


    "Yu''er, I heard you pick up a guest from the airport. Why don''t you introduce me?" A voice came from the corridor.


    As soon as Ling Qingyu heard the voice, her action froze as her eyes straightened. What to do?


    Ling Yunxiang was curious but seeing Ling Qingyu''s strange behavior, she had a guess. She immediately became nervous, rattling her brain toe up with solutions.


    Although Ling Qingyu had countless times reassured her mother wouldn''t trouble Ling Yunxiang, she couldn''t be certain and give a bad impression.


    And Ling Qingyu''s current anxious gesture washed away the prior guarantee. Even her elder sister disyed anxiety, how could she remain nonchnt?


    Ling Yunxiang saw a blonde woman, looking younger than she was supposed to. An elegant and charmingdy. Very simr to Ling Qingyu''s face.


    As expected of Ling Qingyu''s mother, she felt genuine beauty and confidence. Her elder sister really inherited all the goods.


    Ling Qingyu turned her head and gestured her hand toward Ling Yunxiang. "Mom, this is my little sister that I was talking about yesterday."


    Ling Yunxiang waved her hand as she bowed slightly. Ling Qingyu''s mother went rigid. Ling Yunxiang tried to carefully scan her expression but found none.


    She didn''t change apart from freezing for a while before smiling at Ling Yunxiang. "Hello dear. I''m Ling Qingyu''s mother." Amorette patted Ling Qingyu''s shoulder. "You can call me Auntie or Aunt Amorette."


    "Hello, Auntie." Ling Yunxiang cracked a polite and friendly smile.


    Amorette nodded. "Please apany your sister more. She has little friends since young. Always working out for sess and little hobby time. I''m sure she''s happy to be with you."


    "Naturally, Auntie." Ling Yunxiang replied. "She''s my idol too."


    "Speaking of which, I seem to have seen you somewhere." Amorette nced at the table surface. "Where was it?... It appears bing old makes you lose some memory." She muttered.


    "It''s probably from the television or news." Ling Yunxiang grimaced. "I''m working as an actress."


    "Ah! That might be a reason. You have to be careful when you meddle in those water." Amorette warned kindly.


    "Yes, Auntie."


    "With your looks and sufficient skills, it''s only a matter of time before you be truly famous."


    Amorette continued: "And if you have any needs, although I highly doubt it, your sister and I will be there for you."


    "I''ll definitely request help when I need one." Ling Yunxiang replied. "Thank you for epting me, Auntie."


    "Don''t mention it. It''s our oldies'' problems and we''ll handle them ourselves. You just stay what you are." Amorette took her seat.


    Ling Qingyu cut in. "Are you gonna eat too, Mom?"


    "No, darling. I''ll have my lunch with Denise and Zhao Mama, and I''m not hungry yet."


    Ling Qingyu felt guilty. Although she had said to Ling Yunxiang that as long as the two didn''t mention the past, it was fine, Ling Qingyu was unsure of her elders'' reaction, despite their assurance.


    It seemed, she was over-worried and thought too far. Listening to her mother converse with Ling Yunxiang, she became a mere spectator.


    Amorette was satisfied with Ling Yunxiang. She must admit her parents taught their daughter well. Her eyes detected some spoiling traits, but it wasn''t a big deal.


    The kindness she sensed from her intuition could never be wrong.


    "Do you have any man to your liking?" Amorette asked like a curious elder.


    "No, Auntie. I still want to indulge myself."


    Amorette chuckled at her answer. "I''m worried about your Sister''s lifelong event."


    "Lifelong event?" Ling Yunxiang didn''t understand.


    "Her marriage and partner." Amorette said, worried nce at Ling Qingyu.


    "Ahem!"


    Cough. Cough.


    Ling Qingyu, who was drinking water, choked, upon hearing Amorette''s words.

 Chapter 189: Ling Qingyus solution

    Cough. Cough.


    Ling Qingyu patted her chest, coughing nonstop. It just didn''t halt. Her hand covered her mouth as she darted toward the nearest basin and spurted out.


    Panting heavily, Ling Qingyu alleviated the difort inside her throat and lungs. Amorette rose from her seat and palmed hard on Ling Qingyu''s back.


    "There. There. You''re already an adult and still choking on water." Amorette spoke in a ming tone. "You need to keep up your concentration level."


    Ling Qingyu wanted to roll her eyes at her mother. What concentration? Wasn''t it Amorette''s word that caused the mess?


    "Are you okay, Sis?" Ling Yunxiang asked.


    "I''m fine." Ling Qingyu coughed a few times and nced at her sister, hearing her inquiry. She instantly regretted her behavior.


    Her eyelids twitched. Laugh, justugh, stop controlling yourself.


    Ling Qingyu worried her sister''s fragile bone might hurt from her trembling body.


    "Why''s your reaction so extreme? It''s only about marriage." Amorette shook her head.


    Ling Qingyu almost shed tears at her mother''s words. She thought, Mom, your daughter''s orientation had already changed; finding a husband would only make me puke.


    At least, the most worrisome hadn''t happened. Her mother likely had ovee her mental obstacles.


    She didn''t mind Ling Yunxiang''s presence and that made Ling Qingyu sigh in relief.


    "Alright, since you''re fine, you, two sisters, carry on your chatter. I''ll walk around for a while." Amorette said and nodded at Ling Yunxiang.


    "Okay, Mom."


    "Yes, Auntie." Ling Yunxiang stood up and sent away Amorette.


    Soon, the maid arrived with the dishes and the two ate, without any conversation. Ling Yunxiang''s eyes gleamed¡ªher sister was right, eating here was better than at the restaurant.


    As foodies, the two sisters enjoyed the meal till their stomach was full, without ever caring about the weight issues.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t need to care because of Miss System''s intervention and her daily exercise routine.


    Ling Yunxiang meekly forgot whenever she ate what she fancied very much. She rubbed her belly and leaned backzily.


    Ling Qingyu ordered an additional dish and continued her lunch. While she was regretting eating too much, Ling Yunxiang was amazed at her sister''s stomach capacity.


    The amount had surpassed an average strong man''s intake. Could Ling Qingyu ingest such high calories?


    Ling Yunxiang stared at her sister''s body and made a guess. Was Ling Qingyu a legendary no-matter-how-much-you-eat-you-won''t-get-fat physique?


    She quickly envied her sister. How much did she also desire to eat like Ling Qingyu?


    Ling Qingyu sensed a piercing gaze and found her sister with a pair of jealous eyes, burning across her skin.


    "Don''t look at me like that. The amount of exercise I go through perfectly matches the intake." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Really? Can you describe them?" Ling Yunxiang had a hard time believing, that the relevant exercise should demand the same amount of calories.


    After Ling Qingyu''s description, Ling Yunxiang was bbergasted. Was her sister really an officer worker, oh no, office boss, or a hidden special force king?


    Why else would Ling Qingyu''s training be so strenuous and horrifying to her ears, aside from this possibility?


    Ling Yunxiang had her interest piqued high, since she met with her sister.


    After the two finished their lunch, Ling Qingyu led her way upstairs. Ling Yunxiang''s eyes studied every masterpiece inside the big house as she followed.


    Ling Qingyu brought her sister to the floor, she spoke with Tang Ziyi before. This time, the room was interior, enclosed inside with sses on every side.


    On the open corridor, Ling Yunxiang could see the magnificent designs of the floor¡ªstreams of water flowed across where live fish swam in it. Flower decorations above.


    To the right at the edge, a cluster ofrge boulders served as a wall¡ªa man-made and naturalbination. There was also a swimming pool near the perimeter, which she observed from the outside.


    From the interior room, Ling Yunxiang gasped at the outdoor swimming pool architecture, multiple staggering pools from top to bottom floor, in staggering steps.


    Like a small waterfall, the water pump circted the water and ensured the flow always continued.


    Seeing this scene, Ling Yunxiang had the urge to tear off her clothes and take a dive. Ling Qingyu noticed her sister''s eyes direction.


    Frankly, she had lived for days and hadn''t tried swimming. Except for Xiao Yue, who swam early in the morning, none took a dive.


    Perhaps, Tang Ziyi did, who knew?


    "You wanna swim?" asked Ling Qingyu.


    "Are you kidding? Yes!" Ling Yunxiang nodded. "Just from the sight, I have to control my urge."


    "Me too. Honestly, I bought this residence recently, not a week-long yet." Ling Qingyu sat on a cushion and Ling Yunxiang took a seat beside her, facing the pool. "I haven''t tried everything yet. There''s also a gym in the basement if you want to workout."


    "Nice. I even feel your manor has everything. It''s not wrong to say, I''m in a resort." Ling Yunxiang said. "I''m sure the vacation will never be boring for now, even if I stay at home here all the time."


    Ling Qingyu epted herpliment and grinned. "It''s good that you''re satisfied. Now that we''re alone, without any distraction, you better tell me about your work." Ling Qingyu''s face turned serious. "As my Mom says, although our rtionship isn''t close yet, I''m willing to help you."


    Ling Yunxiang sighed and rubbed her face. "Although I have talked about this with Sis, on the phone, there is a lot that I haven''t said."


    Ling Qingyu nodded, knowing the past conversation didn''t exin anything. But she had Athena¡ªif she dered she was the second, nobody dared to be the first.


    Athena listed out the summary of the events. The details should be better with a first-hand ount from Ling Yunxiang.


    That was the reason, why Ling Qingyu urged her sister. "You already told me, none of the ck materials are true; what do you want to do next?"


    "I don''t know. Stay silent and disappear from the world for a while." Ling Yunxiang shrugged. "Theizens and fans will one day get tired of the bombardment."


    "Come on if it is only the public, the terrifying effect shouldn''t reach this level. You are not a kid, nor am I. We know what happens. So, who is it?" Ling Qingyu was direct with her question.


    If everything was so simple, Ling Yunxiang''s method should solve the entire problem. But with some parties leading the rhythm, and others trying to step on Ling Yunxiang to gain fame, her career should be over.


    With Ling family behind, Ling Yunxiang should have no further trouble. Instead, the situation was the exact opposite.


    If the enmity forged this time reached so high, it didn''t matter how much preparation Ling Yunxiang made, every time her figure entered the entertainment industry, someone would st her out.


    The only solution, Ling Qingyu preferred was to face them head-on.


    "I''m not so sure but I have a guess." Ling Yunxiang said, hesitating to speak next. "It''s likely the male god, which I make a CP with, or someone with power who is in love with him."


    "You''re sure, you didn''t mess up in any rtionship behind the scenes." Ling Qingyu asked again.


    "Of course not, Sis. How many times do I have to tell you, my innocence is still there?"


    "Your innocence?" Ling Qingyu was confused.


    "Sis, are you that dumb, you know what I meant." Ling Yunxiang covered her face, helpless against Ling Qingyu''s dubious expression. "I''m still a virgin!"


    "Oh, you mean that. Don''t be ashamed I''m also a virgin too." Ling Qingyu said.


    Not that my sis, Ling Yunxiang wanted to cry. What''s there to be ashamed of being a virgin? Was her sister really a foreigner? Ling Yunxiang snapped her head down, burrowing between her knees.


    "That''s good to hear. The problem bes easier to solve, given your words. I ask you because what I''m about to n next don''t want your past holding me back." Ling Qingyu continued, ignoring her sister''s facade.


    Ling Yunxiang''s head rose again. "You have a solution then?"


    Ling Qingyu nodded and stretched out two fingers. "Soft and violent methods. Which one do you prefer?"

 Chapter 190: Why dont you keep lying?

    "Soft or violent?" Ling Yunxiang was confused.


    "Soft¡ªslowly repair your reputation through your talent and make your fans regret, losing trust in you. Guide the public narrative in your favor slowly." Ling Qingyu paused. "Violent¡ªas the name suggests¡ªis simply confronting upfront. The n is to delete any posts rted to your ck materials and hire keyboard warriors to refute those old images and ims without any disturbance."


    "I prefer a soft option, which doesn''t need to face repercussions due to strong means and search for understanding." Ling Yunxiang said. "As for the violent one, you mentioned, I kind of believe it is nearly impossible, especially deleting the posts."


    Ling Qingyu raised her eyebrows. "So, you''re saying I can''t do it. You''re underestimating me too much, little sis," said she with a chuckle. "You don''t need to think about the possibility. Sorry to say this, no offense, but I think the soft method wouldn''t work, since your family had tried it and thepany behind had, too. And with your current skills¡­"


    Ling Qingyu stopped speaking but the two understood. Ling Yunxiang bowed her head, embarrassed.


    "Sis, can yourter method work?" Ling Yunxiang asked. "Is your influence so high that you can overwhelm the inte?"


    "I have experts to tackle your problem." Ling Qingyuy on the couch in azy manner. "You have to trust me on this issue. Deleting them is the easiest, not to mention exposing their true identity and messing around their livelihood."


    Ling Yunxiang swallowed her saliva with difficulty and replied: "But you''re fighting against someone who has more influence and power. And that''s Weibo, the site you''re gonna delete most posts."


    "Listen, Yunxiang, perhaps mywork is still weak outside but in the inte world, I''m confident. I won''t even leave a trace behind, provided that you don''t release the secret between us." Ling Qingyu pressed forward and steepled her fingers. "Now, I''m waiting for your decision. Continue with your old soft diplomacy or choose my aggressive tactics."


    "I''ll follow your choice. I don''t think my Sis will harm me." Ling Yunxiang said with a smile.


    "Excellent. My way is more than what I just described. It includes hacking into the devices of those, who harm your career. A full shutdown of their devices through viruses. Unveiling the hands behind the scenes. The benefits are obvious but there''s a catch¡ªyour fan and melon eaters who had self-esteem issues might hate you; you know the reason."


    Ling Yunxiang only had speechlessness toward her sister. Based on Ling Qingyu, she felt her counterattack seemed like a spy agency using all its means of intelligence service to solve a weak rumor.


    Her disbelief, in the beginning, had dissipated after seeing Ling Qingyu''s seriousness. Maybe, Ling Qingyu wasn''t delivering a big talk; she could in fact conduct what she described.


    Ling Yunxiang somehow had sympathy toward her enemies about to face Ling Qingyu''s method. Her lips turned into a grin, as the depression of her situation went down.


    "Let''s get into our main suspect." Ling Qingyu said.


    "The one I CP with is from the Qin family in the capital. If it''s not him, I have no idea but I doubt it is the male god because he treats me so well." Ling Yunxiang shook her headter.


    "Qin family," Ling Qingyu muttered in contemtion. Her judgment waspletely in contrast to her sister''s.


    She didn''t judge people by the book cover. Those exhibiting kindness and manipting from behind the scenes were the scarier ones.


    Hearing her tone, Athena disyed the information like a good assistant in Ling Qingyu''s sses.


    After reading the summary, Ling Qingyu had some knowledge about Qin family. A powerful one, she must admit, and realized the capability shown to suppress her sister, matched the family background and strength.


    Ling Qingyu rubbed her nose bridge and suspected the Qin family straightaway. As for the possibility of foolish women in desperate love, Ling Qingyu didn''t entirely disregard it.


    They might participate in the suppression but to presume their attacks to be the main one didn''t need questioning, unless that particr woman was simr to her in position and status, wasting energy for love.


    Well, it wasn''t impossible, since the simr-to-novel world she currently was in didn''tck domineering presidents or bosses.


    Ling Yunxiang''s destiny also revolved around one of such types and yed a sadomasochistic drama. CEO, hmm! Wait a minute, Ling Qingyu tried to grasp the light that rushed through her mind.


    She knocked both temples with the tip of her fingers, attempting to catch the previous thought. What was it that came into her mind?


    She grimaced as she couldn''t regain her thought. It was only an inch away from connecting the dots.


    "Sis, you okay?" Ling Yunxiang expressed worries, watching her sister''s behavior.


    "Huh! I''m fine. I just think about something else and lose it." Ling Qingyu sighed.


    "Is it important?"


    "Not at all. But it seems like a main clue to our current solution." Ling Qingyu exhaled deep air. "It''s pity. I feel like I miss a key to the problem."


    "You''ll recallter. Don''t worry. It happens to all of us." Ling Yunxiangforted Ling Qingyu.


    "I hope so," said Ling Qingyu regretfully.


    Ling Yunxiang leaned to her sister''s side and grasped Ling Qingyu''s forearm. "Sis, why are you doing this for me? Although we only meet each other for a short moment, I feel like I''m being spoiled by you, to the point you don''t mind offending the powerful."


    Ling Qingyu had goosebumps at her sister''s words. Her bones cringed from Ling Yunxiang''s voice. She leaned away and said. "What do you mean spoiling? I''m protecting my own interest here."


    "What do you mean?" Ling Yunxiang asked with a puzzled face, while in her mind, cursing at her elder sister for being a tsundere.


    "Well, you have the surname Ling and I have one too, unfortunately. Mypany''s name is also Spirit (Ling in Chinese). Since the names are rted, I fear someone will take this opportunity to put dirty water on me. Sooner orter, they might even find me and you, rted by blood, and worsen the situation. Mypany will lose reputation and money." Ling Qingyu exined impassively.


    Ling Yunxiang''s eyelids twitched. "So, you meet with me because you''re afraid my affairs might affect your work?" She spoke in dismay. "Please return my sincerity and my heart."


    "I''m just telling the truth. After all, any wise person knows I won''t suddenly meet up with a rtive whom I didn''t even have contact, out of nowhere." Ling Qingu said with a shrug.


    "Why don''t you simply lie? It''s better this way, so that both sides feel satisfied." Ling Yunxiang stuttered. "You''re too ruthless, Sis, woo¡ª"


    Ling Qingyu was speechless at her sobbing sister. Unsure, whether she was pretending because of Ling Yunxain''s career, Ling Qingyu consoled her anyway. "Alright, I just told a simple truth before I met you personally. Now, I feel very close and the emotion has changed. No need to cry, this time came from my heart."


    Upon hearing her words, Ling Yunxiang instantly recovered her expression. Tears welling on her cheeks seemed to have dried up all of a sudden.


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes and pushed Ling Yunxiang away, who tried to leap on her. She wondered whether she made a mistake, in rekindling with Ling Yunxiang.

 Chapter 191: Sleeping together

    Despite the urge to beat the shit out of Ling Yunxiang''s head, Ling Qingyu tolerated her action. Thinking deeply, no matter the situation, she was destined to meet up with her sister.


    Should she even decide to stay away from the Ling family, Miss System would somehow prompt her toplete the mission.


    It might beter than now, if she hadn''t investigated her sister, after having met Lin Fan, and realized the arrogant behaviors of the male lead character.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu never viewed this world as a book. She believed every living being was breathing and full of emotions.


    The idea of being an outsider never came into her mind. Another reason why she helped Ling Yunxiang was her case of body shaming.


    In order to pour dirty water, the enemies didn''t consider any moral or ethical values. Now, as a woman, being wrongfully used and vilified was horrendous.


    Even if the case was indeed true, sleeping with so many men for benefits or having a messy private life, it didn''t matter as long as thews weren''t broken.


    Even then it would be decided on the court where the news would be more reliable than public opinion.


    Fans could stop supporting anytime but they had no right to abuse others. Ruining the reputation through body shaming merely raised Ling Qingyu''s disgust and made her decide to fight back for her sister, despite a short period of rtionship with each other.


    Perhaps, because people thought cyber-bullying suffered no reprisal, they went merciless, shedding off the evil skin they hid most of the time and letting go of the inner demon on the inte.


    Compared to men in a simr situation, society demanded strictly from the women, especially the lifestyles.


    Although Ling Qingyu disliked promiscuity, she had no moral ground to lecture others, as long as they knew their choice and consequences.


    Just because no stringentw existed, these problems urred. The best antidote was what Ling Qingyu told her sister. Struck where they hurt the most.


    Speaking of body counts, Ling Qingyu''s eyes turned weird. It was normal for both genders to prefer their spouses, having lower body counts, but she never found one in her past life. Why does no one prefer her?


    Anyway, at least, most men and women searching for true partners with fewer sexual experiences didn''t annoy Ling Qingyu.


    It was the yboys and ygirls, demanding their partners, which infuriated her. An absolute hypocrisy. But the problem leaned more toward women and affected them more. Ling Qingyu called the men BS¡ªbullshit.


    The unfairness people spoke about was this kind of perception from the public, where they reckoned it should be fine for men.


    As a woman in this life, Ling Qingyu, who lived and let live before, disagreed with this idea. No one is fine.


    Simply not showing emotion didn''t mean, Ling Qingyu wasn''t upset when Ling Yunxiang encountered the society''s oppression.


    Fortunately, Ling Yunxiang had a pair of loving parents who disyed full support, allowing her to fend off the distress, knowing there was always someone behind to bring her up.


    Otherwise, she might be dealing with the broken Ling Yunxiang. The phenomenon urred the most in Asian society and the worst in arab culture, prioritizing women''s chastity.


    Despite her transmigration, the culture likely remained the same, even with the improvement in human rights and living standards.


    All of these demanded Ling Qingyu to retaliate against the enemy, currently hiding in the dark. She must still investigate more before she discerned her sister''s predicament was the handiwork of the Qin family.


    She refused to not deal with the other culprits who exploited the situation and those who just wanted tosh out on the inte for pleasure. Everyone was guilty in her eyes.


    Ling Yunxiang pped Ling Qingyu''s arms. "Sis, your eyes really scare me. What in the world are you thinking about?"


    Ling Qingyu averted her eyes. "Nothing except for drawing conclusions from your words." Ling Qingyu replied and took out her phone. "I''m calling an expert to help your crisis."


    Ling Yunxiang was puzzled by how her sister extracted the information from her few words. Shemented their IQs weren''t on the same level at all.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu pretended to call someone. The expert she referred to was Athena and her phone call was an excuse for a conversation.


    "Hello, Athena. Do you have time now?" Ling Qingyu hummed. "I need your help for my sister. Your technical skills will be a strategic tools for my n. Yes¡ª"


    "Mom, you really learn how to mono-talk. Hehe. Give an order and I''llplete the task." Athena chuckled, as her figure wearing a military uniform saluted Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu ignored her daughter''s presence and continued speaking.


    Ling Yunxiang listened from the sideline to the ongoing ''conversation'' back and forth. From the words, she would receive the so-called expert''s help likely.


    Based on Ling Qingyu''s description, the word expert likely suggested a prominent hacker. Her eyes brightened, imagining the nsid out by Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu hung up the call afterward. Ling Yunxiang grasped her sister''s hand excitedly. "Sis, so, the expert is going to help."


    Ling Qingyu heard a snicker from Athena, very happy someone called her by title. "Yes. Soon, you''ll only see the good news. As for those keyboard warriors on your side, it''ll take some time."


    "That''s okay. I''ve met several failures. Even if it doesn''t work out, I''m doing fine." Ling Yunxiang said.


    Where was the previous excitement when Ling Qingyu promised it would be solved soon? Ling Qingyu smiled. Now, her sister pretended to be calm andposed.


    "So, where did my eyes see a jumping clown?" Ling Qingyu said.


    Ling Yunxiang snorted. "I''m sure you have a bad eyesight. You see me wrong."


    "I didn''t say it was you though." Ling Qingyu smirked. Her phone buzzed and it was her butler.


    "Hey, Little Lin," Ling Qingyu said. There was a pause on the other side.


    "Miss Ling, we''ve arranged a room for Ms. Yunxiang and the room number is XX. You can ask the maid to find the location."


    "That''ll do. Thank you, Little Lin." Ling Qingyu hung up the phone. "You''ve got a room now." She gazed at Ling Yunxiang.


    "Oh! I thought I''m sleeping with you in the same room." Ling Yunxiang said in a disappointed tone.


    Ling Qingyu''s face darkened. "You''re already an adult. Go sleep alone."


    "But, Sis, this is the first day, we meet each other and you''re the only person I''m familiar with here." Ling Yunxiang said with a pout. "At least, apany for the night, pretty please."


    Despite the prior refusal, Ling Qingyu thought about the feasibility. Sleeping with Ling Yunxiang together on a bed, Ling Qingyu''s heart raced.


    With a beautiful body alongside, this might be the biggest dream aplished for her, except the person was her blood rtive.


    She brushed away the idea since she might not be able to sleep smoothly and must try to avoid dark circles around her eyes at all costs.


    Ling Qingyu wanted to cry but had no tears. The first lovable person who acted very intimate and Ling Qingyu could take advantage was her sister. Why not others?

 Chapter 192: Secrets nearly exposed

    To think that the first opportunity came from the rtive, Ling Qingyu barely declined the offer with the steeled will.


    "No, sleep on your own and don''t waste the room I give it to you. That''s final" Ling Qingyu replied with heartache inside. But her expression struck toward her sister impassively.


    Ling Yunxiang disyed sadness. But she wasn''t surprised at Ling Qingyu kicking her out. Her tsundere sister might even ept her presence withoutints, should she sneak in at night.


    If Ling Qingyu knew what her sister thought, she would spurt out blood in anger. Did her sister really regard her as a pushover?


    This time, seeing Ling Yunxiang''s dismay, Ling Qingyu''s heart became firm. No matter how much she felt from looking at her sister''s expression, Ling Qingyu never relented.


    "Speaking of, Sis, what do you think of my type?" Ling Yunxiang changed the topic.


    "What do you mean?" Ling Qingyu was confused. Her sister was indeed the topic master. She could converse with anyone, finding any topics resonating with others.


    "My dressing type, shown to the public. You know the way my idol personality is constructed."


    "I never focus my eyes on the messy entertainment." Ling Qingyu said. "Plus, among what is shown to the public, most are fake."


    Ling Yunxiang nodded. "But I still want your sentence. What''s your impression of my public image."


    What public image?! Yours were already more than messy enough and ruined now. But to avoid saddening Ling Yunxiang, she said: "I said, I don''t watch any idols. I''m in a serious business, an adult world and where do I have time to lick the men and women on television?"


    When a woman dressed up fully, she got criticized for trying to hide everything and being pretentious. Someone wanted to be famous yet they still hid themselves.


    When the woman began to show her figures and skin, people med her. Too sultry like a slut. The woman disrespected traditional values and seduced others.


    It didn''t matter what an idol did, someone would always seek to find mistakes and criticize loudly. Such was likely Ling Yunxiang''s situation and Ling Qingyu could take a guess for the reason.


    "Sis, your remarks are too discriminatory. It''s not a discussion of age difference. Auntie Amorette even notices my appearance. And what do you imply by licking? Everyone has their favorite." Ling Yunxiang gave a lecture.


    The helpless Ling Qingyu scratched the hair on top. "I feel like I should educate you on the entertainment topics." Ling Yunxiang said. "Forget about those for now, look at me in the picture, what do you think?"


    Ling Qingyu grabbed a white phone covered in pink casing, handed over by her sister. She studied the device. It was made in Country C, Huawei, a respectable brand.


    On the screen, she saw an alluring princess. A red gown with the fabric opened on her cleavage, reaching her midriff; a fork splitting till her thigh. High heels elongating a pair of soft legs.


    The dress exhibited her looming white skin and entuated her curves. Her lips slightly parted and eyes filled with mist of lust. The narrow waistline and supple perks. The woman was Ling Yunxiang.


    Ling Qingyu studied the picture one more time and nced at her sister. The woman in the photo was attractive, and mindblowing, sprouting desires from the onlookers.


    Ling Qingyu''s throat dried as she slid more to see the other photos. Her sister exuded a heavy sexiness, in contrast to her reality¡ªcuteness and spoiled.


    Suddenly, envy rose inside her heart. How many men had thrown her sister down in their minds? Now the goddess was before Ling Qingyu but she felt very little.


    Perhaps being so perfectly beautiful had disadvantages, Ling Qingyu said inwardly.


    If Ling Yunxiang heard her sister''s self-talk, her psychological tolerance might copse. The narcissistic Ling Qingyu expanded her imagination.


    "So¡­" Ling Yunxiang smirked, noting her elder sister''s reaction. Everyone familiar with her, showed a simr mood.


    "So, you take the sexy queen route." Ling Qingyu said as she exhaled deeply. "Excellent masterpiece for modeling. But I think for acting¡ª"


    "I know. Acting needs more forging. Appearance makes little difference." Ling Yunxiang interrupted. "I also sing too, in case you don''t know."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. She knew everything from Athena''s report. "You can achieve a huge sess just by modeling. If you''re interested, I can help you reach the international stage."


    She had a brilliant n, exploiting, oh no, cooperating with Ling Yunxiang for her products to expand the business.


    Perhaps, the public impression of Ling Yunxiang''s public image brought more troubles in the current problem. But Ling Qingyu didn''t worry because she knew the problem should be solved soon.


    "It doesn''t matter. Do what you like. I have your back." Ling Qingyu said. "But after everything is solved, you must promise me to go through the necessary training."


    Ling Yunxiang meekly nodded, seeing Ling Qingyu''s seriousness. "I will, Sis. I''ll facep everyone and step on those who betrayed me and hurt me when I''m down. Let them know, who''s the queen."


    Ling Qingyu''s lips quivered imperceptibly but she didn''t say anything about Ling Yunxiang''s remarks. She was now certain, her sister was also a protagonist and had a children of destiny aura.


    "d to know you have the motivation¡ª" Ling Qingyu stopped her motivation speech as her phone buzzed again. It was from Lin Xiao again.


    She answered the call. Lin Xiao was informing her that Yang Qingyue'' was waiting in front of the gate and whether to allow them to pass through.


    Ling Qingyu understood Lin Xiao''s hesitation as she could also see from the video feed, connected to Athena. Along with Yang Qingyue''s cars, which she gifted her, the other vehicles were also present.


    "Grant them the passage," Ling Qingyu replied and hung up. Adjusting her clothes to remove the wrinkles, and tidying her hair, Ling Qingyu prepared to leave. "Yunxiang, do you want to tag along?"


    "Of course, I was waiting for it." Ling Yunxiang shot off from her seat. "Sis, who''s this Yang Qingyue, that makes you so..hmm¡­happy. I don''t know how to describe this feeling¡­But I''m sure it''s like a girl brightens a smile seeing her lover return."


    Ling Qingyu was immediately embarrassed. Was she seen through so quickly? Ling Qingyu pretended to be stern. "Nonsense, Yang Qingyue is a friend of mine and she''s a woman. You better watch your mouth because she is the current police chief of our city."


    Ling Qingyu sped away, leaving Ling Yunxiang dumbfounded. Why was her elder sister overreacting? She increased her pace to catch up.


    "Wait for me, sis!"

 Chapter 193: Worse than exposure

    Thud. Thud.


    Heels nked on the marble floor across the hallway. Two stunning women strode quickly while one of them talked by herself and the other showed tired eyes. They were Ling Qingyu and Ling Yunxiang.


    Ling Yunxiang tilted her head in the direction of her sister, whenever she spoke. The topics ranged wider than the gxy.


    Ling Qingyu''s ears almost had callus from her sister''s callousments. It was a non-stop gibberish, starting from the moment they left the room.


    She had to admit, Ling Yunxiang''s brain worked superbly in a different direction and Ling Qingyu admired her wide imagination.


    "Sis, I never knew you had friends in a high position." Ling Yunxiang carried on her monologue. "I thought I was wrong but I can guarantee I didn''t see anything mistaken."


    Ling Qingyu raised her brows and kept listening. "The moment you heard the police chief arrive, your expression utterly changed. It''s so soft and the most gentle I''ve ever seen." Ling Yunxiang said and tapped her chin.


    Ling Qingyu had a bad premonition and her pupils constricted. She feared what she heard next might get closer to the truth.


    "Your rtionship with men seems okay and distant; I don''t know for sure." Ling Yunxiang continued. "SIS, it''s okay, I''m not so conservative and neither is your mom. She gave me the impression of understanding elder."


    Ling Qingyu paused her steps and turned her shoulder. "I never know, you like to gossip so much and also in front of the subject." She said and walked again, shaking her head.


    Ling Yunxiang followed. "I''m discussing the issue for you. For your love life, it doesn''t matter regarding what gender. The most is for love to transcend the boundary." She said. "Even if it is a woman, you''re fine. In today''s society, L or Lily seems eptable.


    I''ll support you, Sis." Ling Yunxiang patted her chest.


    Ling Qingyu almost tripped on the smooth floor. She looked around in anguish, worried that someone nearby heard the conversation, and then red at Ling Yunxiang to halt the topic from going too far.


    "It''s impossible. You''re thinking too much, Yunxiang." Ling Qingyu gritted her teeth.


    "Why? You and the police chief have a good background, sufficient education standard and the same level of beauty I suppose¡ª


    because I discover you surround yourself with higher-scoring gorgeous women. So, the police chief is more than likely to be beautiful" Ling Yunxiang said. "One has the connection and another has vast wealth. It''s simply perfect apart from the homosexual rtionship, getting in the way of the public eye."


    "LING YUNXIANG!!" Ling Qingyu exploded. "Stop spreading rumors and ruining my reputation. I don''t mind buying a return ticket back to your home tomorrow. So, please shut your mouth before I make a decision."


    Ling Yunxiang nodded repeatedly to cate her sister''s outburst. She also pressed her lips together and drew a zipping motion, after hearing the possibility of being kicked out.


    She just had some fun and Ling Qingyu got angry. There was no reason for her elder sister to be moody and blow out of proportion. Unless her guess hit the mark.


    Ling Yunxiang''s eyes turned strange.


    If Ling Qingyu knew her actions shed more light on the mystery, she would''ve fainted from humiliation.


    Perhaps Ling Qingyu''s voice somehow brought distraught, Ling Yunxiang began to hup. Seeing her sister''s state, Ling Qingyu took a deep breath and walked ahead. Whether her sister was acting or not, she didn''t care; she already made her point.


    "I won''t tell anyone." Ling Yunxiang mumbled quietly before following.


    The silence made Ling Qingyu sigh in relief. Her threat of sending away Ling Yunxiang worked like a gem.


    Ling Qingyu was terrified of Ling Yunxiang''s words, which were spot-on. Youth might be an advantage. Young ones possessed more thoughts and ideas than others.


    They could ept weirdness and construct the facts inside their mind. No matter how things got strange, Zhao Xiurong, her secretary, never took notice.


    But Ling Yunxiang who spent very few amount of time, immediately pointed out the answer. By sheer luck or proper consideration, Ling Qingyu didn''t want to know.


    Cold sweats dripped from her forehead, because of her sister''s detective brain. She suspected her sister might have worked in the wrong career with her talent.


    In regards to threatening, her previous action was merely a pretense to scare Ling Yunxiang from continuing. Otherwise, who knew what rumors would spread among her subordinates and damage her rtionship with Yang Qingyue.


    She started to regret bringing Ling Yunxiang alongside her when she prepared to meet with Yang Qingyue. She must remedy the situation and find ways to get rid of Ling Yunxiang''s presence.


    As for Ling Yunxiang''sint about attracting butterflies around her, Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes. Beautiful women surrounded her figure due to fate.


    All of them were likely avable for the male protagonist. It was her interference, which disrupted the possibility and allowed these women to stay beside her.


    And Ling Qingyu was convinced there would be other women soon for the harem, ready to be picked up by the stallion.


    .....


    In therge guest room, 7 people including Yang Qingyue sat down on the cushions. All of them wore blue and ck uniforms, with hats on the females and caps on the males.


    Excluding Yang Qingyue, 4 of them were policewomen and 2 were policemen. The policewomen had nonchnt expressions as they studied the surroundings.


    The men had dissatisfied faces, ncing at the three female guards, who were standing near the corridor asionally. It was obvious they encountered problems with Ling Qingyu''s guards.


    But from Yang Qingyue''s smile, the problem seemed not too serious. Yang Qingyue didn''t care about the matter.


    It began when Ling Qingyu''s guards confiscated firearms from the officers¡ªthe women obliged but the men refused.


    The arguments between the two parties erupted and the men were clearly defeated. The female guards were no longer newbies. Their experience had escted while serving under Ling Qingyu.


    They fought with gangs in hand-to-handbat, participated in the rescue operation in a previous chaos, and underwent severe training, under Tang Ziyi''s guidance.


    They were never the same. The innate confidence and sharpness inside their body exuded their prowess. The male officers were simply overwhelmed.


    They might have reluctance to admit defeat andforted themselves that they weren''t frightened by the guards'' eyes.


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    Under their beautiful figures and faces, every part of their bodies was a deadly weapon. And They were more than equipped.


    No need for an exnation of what happened next. Even Yang Qingyue handed over her gun but the guards permitted her to carry the firearm inside. Ling Qingyu had clearly given Yang Qingyue privileges.


    The policewomen weren''t affected and even admired the guards since Yang Qingyue already informed them, that these guards were veterans, while the male officers were merely unwilling, because of ego.


    Of course, the male officers were correct to refute because they felt threatened when their life-saving methods were nullified. They didn''t want to be the fish on the board, especially because these guards also possessed firearms.


    During the encounter, their eyes almost widened when they saw the first appearance of these guards. Heck, their equipment was on a higher tier than the police force. They suspected even the Provincial army might have to crawl in terms of personnel equipment level.


    Footsteps entered everyone''s ears¡ªthe host had arrived. Yang Qingyue stood up and the rest followed suit.

 Chapter 194: Forgetful Yang Qingyue

    Ling Qingyu and another equally gorgeous woman came into everyone''s view. The other woman stayed at a threshold near the guards while Ling Qingyu stepped closer to their group.


    They heard Ling Qingyu speak. "Sister Yang, what business brings you here with several officers? It''s not to arrest me, right?"


    Yang Qingyue chuckled. "Of course not, Sister Ling. I was nning toe alone, but my subordinates here are curious to know the identity of our station''s donor." Yang Qingyue said. "Everyone has a smile after receiving your cars. Even I have toin a little¡ªtoo luxurious."


    Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue were at arm''s reach. The two appeared very close, exchanging smiles and pleasantries.


    "Oh! Who doesn''t like luxury goods? For the officers who uphold justice and are righteous, what''s with my little gift?" Ling Qingyu turned toward the officers and greeted them. "Hello to you, as well, officers. I believe many citizens like me will think the same and contribute as much as I can to uphold justice."


    The officers nodded back in greeting politely. Since they saw their chief and Ling Qingyu referred to each other as sisters, the rtionship was indeed closer than they assumed. But they didn''t take Ling Qingyu''s words seriously.


    If what she said was the truth, Province N shouldn''t have suffered this much. If everyone had the same conscience as Ling Qingyu, the world would have been long peaceful.


    "I heard there was amotion between your group and my guards. I apologize if their behaviors breach your rights and ask for forgiveness." Ling Qingyu sped her right hand over her chest. "They were a bit strict nowadays, even with me, since I nearly died in the assassination and the investigation shows the culprits are likely to be part of corrupted officials."


    Yang Qingyue''s subordinates were shocked to hear and nced at their chief, who nodded, confirming the news. The officers waved their hands, stating they never minded their deeds.


    If what Ling Qingyu spoke was the truth, the guards never overstepped. Putting in the guards'' shoes, the officers also realized their behaviors might not be different.


    The officers immediately expressed their worries and condolences, also promising to help her find the culprit.


    "Don''t worry. Sister Yang has also investigated and we''ll soon know the identity of our suspect," said Ling Qingyu as she smiled and nodded.


    Yang Qingyue curled her lips as she watched Ling Qingyu win over her officers and dispel their dissatisfaction. A natural-born political genius, to win a good impression from the surroundings.


    Just a few words had cated her subordinates. Despite the policewomen''s outer appearance expressing nonchnce, there might be some repulsion for how they were treated.


    Ling Qingyu heard the events from Lin Xiao and solved them with a few words easily. Yang Qingyue silently gave a thumbs-up.


    Ling Qingyu turned her head toward Yang Qingyue and said with a grin. "Sister Yang, I presume you''re not here to simply bring your fellow officers and chat with me."


    Yang Qingyu rubbed her cheeks. "Oh, my¡­ I''m ashamed to say this about thest time. I was too eager to return to my station and forgot about the business." She said. "I haven''t videotaped the three girls'' confession for the court case and wrote the necessary paperwork."


    Yang Qingyue added: "In addition, I n to take thest batch of the police fleet and let them enter the service. My officers are already eager to take a ride on these vehicles out on the streets."


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    "d to hear your officers like them. Speaking of the girls, are you sure, they didn''t need to be present in the court? I don''t want those poor girls to face these criminals,ughing at their misery and proud of the criminal acts. I don''t want to hurt their minds."


    "Please don''t worry, Sister Ling. Recording is enough," Yang Qingyue said.


    "I''m relieved by your words, but I have known that only witnesses'' testimony will be more effective than those electronics'' evidence."


    "It''s true. The judges and the jury favored a human factor, with regards to evidence likely forged with electronic devices." Yang Qingyue nodded. "But that doesn''t mean it can''t be used as evidence."


    Ling Qingyu waited for Yang Qingyue to continue: "Of course, humans can also lie and the oath is more of a ceremony. The judicial system still has loopholes. However, the three girls'' case is just some protocols because the real issuese from the above pressing very hard. Sister Ling should know what''s going on."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. "I''ll call the girls afterward. As for the fleet, You better wait for Sister Tang''s presence. Even I don''t know where she put the vehicles." She said. "Do you have any urgent business right now that needs to be dealt with back in your station?"


    Yang Qingyue shook her head. "Then, it''s better for you to wait. Oh right! Where''s Sister Cai?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "That''s the reason I''m free to move around today." Yang Qingyueughed when she thought of Cai Ning''s miserable face inint.


    Ling Qingyu also chuckled.


    "The time is nearly reaching noon very soon, I presume everyone hasn''t finished lunch yet." Ling Qingyu suggested. "As a host, it''s not good if others say, I didn''t treat my guest very well. Come and have lunch while you wait for Sister Yang."


    "That won''t be necessary and I don''t want to trouble Sister Ling." Yang Qingyue held Ling Qingyu''s forearm to stop.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t struggle and even wished the time would stop. Yet, a gurgling interrupted the priceless moment. Everyone''s eyesid on Yang Qingyue''s stomach, who blushed in embarrassment.


    Rubbing the soft abdomen with her knuckles, Ling Qingyu teased Yang Qingyue. "Says someone who doesn''t want trouble but your stomach asked for it."


    Yang Qingyue brushed away Ling Qingyu''s forearm and adjusted her uniform, staring at her subordinates, who froze in action after their snickers were discovered, and snorted, thinking of ways to deal with them afterward.


    "Come, Sister Yang, have a meal while you''re here. Think of it as my first treat." Ling Qingyu smiled and grasped Yang Qingyue''s arms, then dragged her away as she walked to the dining hall. "The rest of the officers, please follow me. Don''t worry about this guy''s pretense. There''s still a lot of time before you can do your job."


    The officers exchanged nces and followed Ling Qingyu. It was better to agree to let their chief forget about their ''misdemeanor''.


    Yang Qingyue didn''t resist the notion but her eyes traveled toward Ling Yunxiang and asked. "Who''s this little sister here?"


    The ignored Ling Yunxiang, who was bored and helpless and remained quiet, instantly regained her energy after she was mentioned. She eximed inwardly. FINALLY! MY TURN!


    Her sister was definitely forgetful. Disposing of the old and loving the new. She was now certain, her conclusion was the genuine truth. Her sister liked Yang Qingyue. It was so obvious.


    How could no one see it? Ling Yunxiang didn''t know Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, who discovered the situation from miles away, yet.


    Ling Qingyu introduced her sister. "This is Ling Yunxiang, my sister." Her face reddened when she thought she neglected her sister.


    "Hello, little sister." Yang Qingyue greeted. "Mind if I ask, I seem to have seen you somewhere."


    Murmurs of agreement muttered from behind. Ling Yunxiang confessed without any fear, in spite of Ling Qingyu''s apprehension.


    "I''m an artist and my career is in the entertainment circle. Although I might not be so famous, you might have noticed my existence." She said. "Well, if you pay attention to the Entertainment Weibo, you should even know me."


    "That famous!" Yang Qingyue was stunned.


    One of the female officers behind her pped and cried out. "I know her. She''s currently the one, people cursed at her for being a slut and there''s so many of her ck materials."


    It seemed this policewoman also liked wandering around on the entertainment news, Ling Qingyu and Ling Yunxiang had the same thought.


    Yang Qingyue immediately sent a warning nce, causing the policewoman to cover her mouth. She was about to remedy her subordinate''s remark when Ling Yunxiang replied.


    "That''s me. What do you think of me, now that you''ve seen me in person?" Ling Yunxiang admitted generously.

 Chapter 195: Poor Ling Yunxiang

    Ling Yunxiang''s frankness was unexpected and impressed Ling Qingyu. Her sister might be more courageous and resilient than she initially thought.


    Perhaps, every idol was simr. It must be the blow which came from the love ones, that destroyed them.


    With support from behind, the power of love was invincible, even if faced against the falling sky.


    "Too much in contrast. You seem more pure and approachable." The policewoman muttered.


    Ling Yunxiang gave a science lecture about the ways, the entertainment circle worked, especially the artificial personality constructed for the audience. The officers, including Yang Qingyue, listened with interest.


    They alsomented the sophistication behind the scenes and understood deeply the effort of the ones in those careers put in.


    Sure enough, when they thought they knew a little but found outter they neverprehend the situation in the first ce. It applied here. Ling Yunxiang proved this point.


    "I''m sure, those familiar with Sister Ling are generally people with high values and morals." Yang Qingyue looked at Ling Qingyu and said. "Little sister should never give up. We believe, you''re in the right."


    Yang Qingyue mediated the words so that her subordinate''s words didn''t offend Ling Yunxiang. The other officers showed their support.


    "It''s really not credible. These lines of work in the entertainment industry are like muddy water worse than that in the political circle." Ling Qingyu stated her opinion. "That''s why I never ever follow any artists or care about the events."


    Yang Qingyue nodded in understanding. She likely was on the same channel.


    Ling Yunxiang pressed her lips, wanted to argue, and gave up after some contemtion. Going against her sister wasn''t the best in front of others.


    The group entered the dining hall. Dishes and tes were already set. Meals, soup, and rice were ready to be consumed. Ling Qingyu had already informed Lin Xiao before she picked up the guests.


    Ling Qingyu brought Yang Qingyue to the main seat and pushed her down, standing from behind. The police chief took her seat with a puzzled look.


    "Me and my sister have eaten. I don''t need to sit here." Ling Qingyu said, answering Yang Qingyue''s questioning eyes.


    She gestured toward Lin Xiao, who stood by along with the maids. "This is housekeeper Lin, who''ll amodate our guests. You can ask if you have questions or needs from her." Ling Qingyu said.


    Lin Xiao bowed modestly with a smile in response, greeting everyone. The maids began to serve the dishes and Ling Qingyu saw Jiang Yu exiting the kitchen with a lunchbox.


    Jiang Yu also saw her and gave a smile and shrugged. Ling Qingyu knew who this lunchbox was for straightaway.


    Ling Qingyu watched the girl exit the dining hall amidst the crowd of maids. She lowered her head and whispered into Yang Qingyue''s ear, causing her body to stiffen.


    The warm breath near her ear, her cheeks reddened and Yang Qingyue didn''t dare to move. What if there was an idental kiss? Why did Ling Qingyue so close?


    Poor Ling Qingyu was looking forward to it but sheforted herself she had time. She didn''t dare to mess up the current favorability. Anyway, she had extended the boundary and was extremely satisfied.


    Yang Qingyue nodded, agreeing with her words. Ling Qingyu coughed. "Guests, I have some stuff to attend to; please allow me to leave for a while. In the meantime, Housekeeper Lin is here to help with any request."


    Ling Qingyu exchanged nods with Yang Qingyue and left. Before she walked out of the hall, she didn''t forget to drag Ling Yunxiang away.


    Ling Yunxiang had dazed eyes¡ªWho was she? Where was she? Why was she chosen? She wanted to cry but had no tears. She was just about to have a great conversation with her about-to-be sister-inw.


    Because Ling Qingyu knew what her sister had in mind, she made sure she took Ling Yunxiang away with her, following behind Jiang Yu.


    After the host left, even though the maids and the housekeeper were present, the officers rxed. Their shoulders now drooped down after releasing tension.


    Yang Qingyue was the only exception. Though she had no idea why Ling Qingyu trusted her and treated her well, she felt at home here, with like-minded people, including the female guards.


    The officers cheered up and opened a discussion. Free talks revolved around praising Ling Qingyu''s residence and her deeds. The most discussed was Ling Qingyu''s character, in contrast to what they assumed or had met during their work.


    Yang Qingyueughed coldly, hearing their remarks and her subordinates gulped in trepidation. They forgot there was also such another evil second generation on their team. They regretted following their chief on this trip, offending her twice.


    ....


    Ling Yunxiang struggled as soon as the two went out of the guests'' sight. Ling Qingyu released her and gave an impassive stare. Ling Yunxiang had to admit defeat.


    An irony for her to see the elder sister who promised to support her, was thinking of getting rid of her. She was just a few inches away from chatting with future rtives.


    Ling Qingyu ignored her sister''s innerint and increased her pace to catch up with Jiang Yu.


    Ling Yunxiang quickly grabbed her sister''s arm and Ling Qingyu asked with a nce. "What''s with your confession about assassination? Is it all true?"


    "You heard it?" Ling Qingyu nodded heavily under her sister''s piercing gaze but didn''t n to say more. Ling Yunxiang understood her meaning.


    "I only heard the word ''assassination and the gasps. Interrting these factors, I have a conclusion but I thought you were acting or exaggerating a small event," she said. "I didn''t react too much in front of the strangers. Promise me, we''ll talk about this tonight in detail."


    "I promise and I have to say you work well as an artist," Ling Qingyu said. "Now, let me first reach the one ahead."


    Ling Yunxiang released her grasp and tagged along with Ling Qingyu.


    After a while, Ling Qingyu found the figure. "Hey, Sister Jiang, why does Su Ruomei need a lunchbox? She can eat in the hall by herself. Is she unwell?"


    Jiang Yu stopped. "She''s very healthy. I have told the same thing and she refused to move until shepleted the task." She replied, raising the lunchbox in her hand. "That''s why I asked the chef from the kitchen for this."


    "You''ve eaten lunch, haven''t you?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "I just ate not long before you take in the guest. Now that I remember, I haven''t said hello to Sister Yang." Jiang Yu patted her forehead lightly.


    "Too worried for your best elder sister and the only Su Ruomei." Ling Qingyu joked.


    "Sister Ling knows me too well." Jiang Yu chuckled but her blush told everything.


    "Speaking of Su Ruomei, she has indeed gone missing, out of my sights these days. Is she busy? I''m sure I didn''t give her heavy tasks." Ling Qingyu''s eyes wandered in contemtion.


    "No, you did not. It''s better for you toe and persuade her." Jiang Yu sighed.


    "What has she been up to then?" Ling Qingyu became curious. Jiang Yu shrugged and didn''t answer.


    Ling Qingyu sighed heavily. "Anyway, I''m free for now to check Su Ruomei''s status. I''ll follow you."


    Jiang Yu tilted her head. "Who''s this?


    "My younger sister, Ling Yunxiang. I just picked up from the airport." Ling Qingyu said.


    Ling Yunxiang red at her pretentious sister but smiled when she greeted Jiang Yu. On the way, Ling Qingyu met Amorette and immediately had a brilliant idea.


    "Mom, I have some business to deal with. Why don''t you help me look after Ling Yunxiang and introduce her to other elders?" Ling Qingyu nned to get rid of her sister because Su Ruomei''s task should require confidentiality.


    Amorette agreed delightedly. She always wanted her daughter to be like a little girl around her, listening to their chatters and spoiling her. But Ling Qingyu was seen busy many times.


    The time spent together became less. Although Ling Qingyu paid attention to her, she felt something was missing until she talked with Ling Yunxiang, and she understood her wants.


    Ling Yunxiang was a good child, quite to her taste. She was certain, her friends would also like the little girl.


    Poor Ling Yunxiang watched in dismay as her elder sister traded her away without any care. Her begging puppy eyes were ignored by ruthless Ling Qingyu. Her prior useless worry was for naught.


    Fortunately, she could wear small shoes for Ling Qingyu, apanying Amorette. She would show her the true power of younger siblings.


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    Unaware of Ling Yunxiang''s evil n, Ling Qingyu only had worries for Su Ruomei in her mind. Didn''t know yet whether she would regret it in the future setting her sister free from her own bondage?


    After parting ways with Amorette and Ling Yunxiang, Jiang Yuughed at Ling Qingyu''s behavior of throwing away her sister. Especially Ling Yunxiang''s love and hate expression. She found the two''s rtionship very amusing.

 Chapter 196: Su Ruomeis predicament

    Jiang Yu and Ling Qingyu stood in front of the door to a room, that supposedly belonged to Su Ruomei when she worked.


    Without even knocking, Jiang Yu entered first. Ling Qingyu followed from behindter. Shemented the closeness between the two like senior and junior sister.


    Jiang Yu walked straight to Su Ruomei, who kept writing notes in another room, while working on theputer. Ling Qingyu stayed behind to observe the room.


    It was filled with simple furniture and some decorations hanging on the ceiling. The smell of old books and papers left in the open for a long time wafted into her nostrils.


    On the table, papers were sprawled over; some even fell on the ground. Disorganized binders and filesy on every piece of furniture. The sunlight from the outside allowed her to see dust spin around.


    In the corner, Ling Qingyu saw several boards with many papers pinned. The workload shouldn''t increase this much, right?


    Ling Qingyu had only one word¡ªa mess. She had never requested Su Ruomei for any hard jobs. Although impolite to do so, Ling Qingyu scanned the paper for context.


    ID photos of women and their information. She skimmed their histories and noticed everyone had a simrity¡ªdischarged from the military.


    A glimmer shone in her eyes. She kind of had some ideas about what was going on. Perhaps, Su Ruomei was not very much experienced in dealing with paperwork and organization became difficult.


    Or maybe she could allocate the mess in her mind properly. Ling Qingyu knew some people had weird abilities. As long as no one moved their things, they were organized.


    She reckoned Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue had an easier time because of Athena''s presence. Her existence was like a bug in software. The previous supposedly eight-hour work was shrunk to seconds.


    The organization was iparable. Ling Qingyu thought about giving Su Ruomei ess to Athena and decided against it.


    Ling Qingyu treaded toward Su Ruomei, who was pulled away by Jiang Yu to the table, where the meals were prepared.


    Noticing her steps, Su Ruomei eximed. "Sister Ling, I didn''t know you''re here!" Her eyes stared at Jiang Yu with a ming look.


    "I haven''t seen you for a few days, until I discovered Jiang Yu, bringing a lunchbox, and realized it was probably for you." Ling Qingyu brought the chair over and sat down near the table. "What makes you so busy? People will me me for exploiting my employee if others find out about your situation."


    Su Ruomei gave an apologetic face. "I''m sorry, Sister Ling. It''s my ipetence."


    "What are you sorry for!" Ling Qingyu retorted. "Tell me your problems, I''ll be able to solve them with you."


    Su Ruomei sighed and was about to speak but Jiang Yu stopped her and said to Ling Qingyu. "Sister Ling, let her eat first before we talk."


    "Just do what she says. We can talkter." Ling Qingyu agreed with Jiang Yu. Now that she looked carefully, Ling Qingyu even saw dark circles around Su Ruomei''s eyes.


    Merely working on paper for a few days had drained out her energy. Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched.


    Su Ruomei wiped her mouth after she finished the meal and continued the previous topic. "I''m sorry Sister Ling. The problemse from the recruitment process."


    Ling Qingyu said inwardly, as expected.


    "Currently, there are around 50 guards, already working and many more are on the lists. You might have seen them on the papers in a mess." Su Ruomei sighed.


    "So, What''s the real deal?" Ling Qingyu asked though she had a good guess.


    "There are around more than 100 applicants. They''re all good. Some of them, I''m friends with and the decision to narrow down the selection process nearly whitened my hair." Su Ruomei said in exasperation.


    Ling Qingyuughed lightly. "It''s because you thought too much. Why choose when we can get them all in?"


    "But Sister Ling, I asked Sister Zhao about thepany''s revenue and the proportion wasn''t enough to hire all these security guards."


    "Who says my wealth is only from thepany? Don''t worry about the finances, I''ll back you up. For now, let''s make a quota of 200-250 guards." Ling Qingyu said.


    "That''ll be a relief. I don''t need to shorten my lifespan." Su Ruomei''s joke broughtughter in the room. Jiang Yu was happy Su Ruomei would no longer be stressed.


    She had suggested her to discuss the problem with Ling Qingyu but was refused. The next thing she knew, the ending didn''t change. Ling Qingyu had toe to solve the issue, which was really nothing.


    "Of course, there are prerequisites and preferences." Ling Qingyu began to state her requirements.


    Younger ones in the twenties and thirties were preferred. It would be better if the age was younger than 20 years old too. Those with no love rtionships were considered more.


    In the ideal situation, the guards shouldn''t have too much attachment outside, but it was simply impossible. That was the reason why Ling Qingyu said preferences.


    In regards to the talents, those with specialty had a higher chance. Applicants discharged from the special military brigades would be more preferred. There was no doubt about it.


    The strictness could be lessened by solely recruiting from the sectors other than the military. For example, Shen family also sent her female bodyguards, who weren''t very proficientpared to Ling Qingyu''s, but under Tang Ziyi''s improvement, they had be formidable.


    However, this was the case with too many applicants than the quota and Ling Qingyu''s situation still didn''t count yet. Very few females carried on this line of job, even those after being discharged from the military.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu listened carefully, and wrote down Ling Qingyu''s words. They also had the same conclusion. It might be even harder to fill in the quotas.


    "Okay, that has solved the application problems. What about the living space?" Su Ruomei asked.


    "I have vis and mansions in my residence. So many girls can share one for a living." Ling Qingyu waved her hand.


    She bought so many housings and it might be a waste to not make use of them. Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu were delighted, to hear her guarantee.


    Before, most of the guards had moved out of Ling Qingyu''s manor and stayed in a few mansions outside, sharing together. There was already a precedence but now Ling Qingyu had given the formal green light.


    "That solves everything. Just your words help my arduous task. The word, rich is willful stays true." Su Ruomei sighed.


    "About the quota, what about exceptions? Like single mothers or some with certain circumstances, needing help." Jiang Yu said.


    "Sister Su and Sister Jiang, I''m sure you''ll make a great decision. No lines and rules exist forever and people will change them. I''m sure you can easily solve those issues." Ling Qingyu already showed her stance on the unlikely situation.


    "By the way Sister Ling, When will you give us a mansion though?" Jiang Yu teased.


    "Oh! I''m so hurt. My heart winces. You want to part ways with me." Ling Qingyu rubbed her eyes as if she was sobbing.


    Jiang Yu and Su Ruomei had speechless faces at Ling Qingyu''s fake cry. In fact, living in the manor was better than the past living conditions for them. Except for some privacy problems, there was noint.


    Ling Qingyu liked more people who had great rtionships with her to live together. The more, the merrier, and growing like a family. Her rtionship with Jiang Yu and Su Ruomei had gone up noticeably.


    After Ling Qingyu stopped her act, she asked curiously one question she always desired to know.


    "Sister Su, you can refuse to speak but I want to know what happens to you and your family after discharged from the military?"


    Ling Qingyu knew the general cause of the event but what happenedter for the two to meet with Ling Qingyu was unknown.

 Chapter 197: The past

    Su Ruomei spoke about her life event. Simr to the urban literature, after kicked out of the military, Su Ruomei shed with Su familyter after she had a hard time finding simr jobs such as in the police force.


    The family of the person she had feuded with destroyed every official path she liked to take. Even a small job was annulled because of their intervention.


    Because Su Ruomei was merely from a side branch and the opposition''s action didn''t cross her family''s red line and their strength wasn''t something to ignore, her family did nothing.


    Not mentioning, if she was personally attacked, the family might take some action to protect her, but it was herpanion instead, who didn''t have any background.


    They wouldn''t offend others since the cost outweighed the benefits. The real sh between her and the family began when they decided on her life without any consultation.


    Since she lost her values, she was put into arranged marriage, to drain herst worth. Her close cousin luckily informed the news so that she was able to escape forced confinement.


    Her action enraged the decision makers of Su family and her parents were probably powerless to defend their daughter. They froze her bank ount and cut off her finances.


    Borrowing money from her sisters in the army, she made it out of the capital and searched for a job to survive. Jiang Yu followed her every step without any reluctance, feeling guilty of the event.


    Provinces after provinces, the two went through ups and downs together. They had tried various works and encountered problems¡ªmost of which were due to her prior enmity.


    Until they reached Province N, where they were relieved from suppression. As ridiculous as it might sound, as the most notorious region, it was a safe haven for those to escape from powerful family pursuits.


    No connection made sense here unless the executive politicians participated. Even though the family against Su Ruomei was powerful, they couldn''t sway the circle in Province N.


    Su Ruomei met Ling Qingyu, when the cold businesswoman encountered a small gang mugging her belongings. Like the hero rescuing the beauty, except this time was the heroine, Su Ruomei dealt with the ruffians, without breaking any sweat.


    From then on, Ling Qingyu wanted to hire Su Ruomei and persuaded her. Su Ruomei agreed, with the promise that also included Jiang Yu.


    On the other side, the sisters Su Ruomei had left behind weren''t happy. Of course, Su Ruomei found out that not all deserved to be her truepanions.


    Some pretended to be a stranger and some tried to step over her. Su Ruomei discovered rights and wrongs. They should have made friends with her on purpose due to Su family background but now the situation didn''t seem good for her, so they parted ways.


    Fortunately, her true sisters existed providing as much help as they could during her difficult journey. In fact, her fellow soldiers weren''t in a better condition.


    After she left, they were also targeted because of their rtionship with Su Ruomei. That was the reason, some drew a line to clear out the friendship.


    So, among the female soldiers, who wererades of Su Ruomei, a few decided to protest and achieved some sess. The high leadership noticed and immediately rectified the situation.


    Perhaps, the influence spread too fast, the higher up dared notnd a hand on the female soldiers when the heat was high. The investigation deterred many dandy figures, who tried to exploit women. Many were also arrested and pressed charges¡ªtheir ending likely to end in jail.


    However, after the public attention went elsewhere, the leaders who staged the protest were expelled because the higher-ups couldn''t ept the instable factors in the military. Of course, whether it was to deter others from following suit remained a mystery.


    These female soldiers lost their jobs but they also achieved the justice they desired. They were saddened from being discharged but Su Ruomei had never forgotten them.


    After she worked in Ling Qingyu''spany, she recruited more bodyguards from her old teams andrades. The group met again and was firm like rock, in their camaraderie. They had survived a tribtion together.


    Under Ling Qingyu, the security guards'' work was satisfactory and faced no problems. They cherished the job very much.


    Every old member of the guards had desired to serve the public, like in the military or police.


    Ling Qingyu''s move to allow them to be SWAT officers was highly received by them. Their love for Ling Qingyu went up too. They looked forward to the future days.


    Listening to Su Ruomei, Ling Qingyu sighed at the struggle. Who would have thought behind the current peaceful atmosphere under her, the guards also suffered society injustice.


    Atst, fate had made them work under Ling Qingyu and they were living very well now. The regret had gone now that a new opportunity was before them.


    Well, even though it seemed like a fake one, Yang Qingyue had given a word; so, it became official.


    Ling Qingyu looked into Su Ruomei''s eyes. "How outrageous these families are? Don''t worry, with me here, their hands can''t reach me. As for revenge, believe me, give me time until I strike them hard to copse."


    "You don''t need to pay attention to them, Sister Ling. I''m fine working here and I already castrated that bastard. And because of them, I met you." Su Ruomei said.


    "That is fate. But that doesn''t mean, I''m fine, hearing my friends suffer. Now that the girls have be my family members, I can''t stand by, not especially after hearing the events." Ling Qingyu said.


    Jiang Yu bobbed her head up and down. Her eyes were firm and d at Ling Qingyu''s decision. She was the only one who apanied Su Ruomei and knew how they had survived but Su Ruomei didn''t want to disrupt the smooth life she hardly found; she might expressed anger and dissatisfaction but vengeance was out of her mind.


    Seeing Su Ruomei''s silence, Ling Qingyu said. "That''s my decision. You don''t need to worry about me because I can fight them too currently but that would be a Pyrrhic Victory. As time goes by, it''ll be an easy task."


    "You really don''t need to do this, Sister Ling. I have trust in you, you''ll soar like a phoenix. By then, it''ll be my time to judge them. You''ve told me, mercenary formation will be one of our goals. Now we havepleted the first step." Su Ruomei replied.


    Ling Qingyu understood what she meant. There was no need for her to seek vengeance and risk everything, when surely in the future her peerless strength no longer required a thought.


    "I like your idea but I can''t hold a bad breath inside. I must let it out. Stop thinking too much and worrying, I have my own measure. You know what my titles are." Ling Qingyu paused as her phone buzzed. It was from Zhao Xiurong.


    Ling Qingyu stood up and rubbed Su Ruomei''s shoulders. "So, I have your back and you have mine. That''s how a team works. I have a business to attend to; so please excuse me."


    Ling Qingyu nodded at Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu, and exited the room. She answered the call. "Hello, Sister Zhao."

 Chapter 198: Plan couldnt keep up with the change

    "Hello, Sister Zhao." Ling Qingyu said. "How''s it going?"


    "I''ve been watching the noodlepany''s shares dropping dramatically." Zhao Xiurong said. "After news of the chairman''s son''s imprisonment spread, especially the crime announced, his reputation went down. Infighting has been going on inside. This is the reason and I''m still waiting before I can intervene."


    "Good for you. It''s all yours. Any decision, I''ll back you up." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Thanks, Sister Ling. But here is the problem and that''s why I am calling you. Police have entered thepany and began to investigate tax evasion." Zhao Xiurong told a bad news.


    Ling Qingyu held her breath. "That''s a bit unfortunate. We can''t move in straight like in our previous n. How''s the gossip going, everything as anticipated."


    "Yes, public investors who owned these shares are already panicking. But our hands are now tied with police investigation. Once we make too much movement, we''ll be on their radar and risk trouble." Zhao Xiurong replied.


    "Is it only tax investigation?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "No, I''m not so sure. But a little bird tells me, the police are also checking out other criminal behaviors, knowing fully well, that the chairman''s son''s crime weren''t the first time." Zhao Xiurong answered. "We knew this but the police seemed head-on to dive further. It''s likely the pressure from the capital, which you''ve estimated."


    "I did but never expected to reach this level, even undermining my original n." Ling Qingyu sighed.


    During a tax investigation, the freezing ofpany shares or assets relied on certain factors. The situation called for a maximum tax authority''s power, because the central states had now been eying Province N.


    From Zhao Xiurong''s words, it hadn''t reached the worst case, perhaps merely limited to freezing of an asset and shares owned by board members. Ling Qingyu didn''t know for sure. She must request Athena''s help for detailed exnations.


    Athena, as always the best assistant, instantly cascaded the report for Ling Qingyu to draw the n quickly.


    Her ns depended on the range, investigations had reached. If every entity who had a say in the shareholder''s meeting was also struck, Ling Qingyu''s options got narrower.


    Ling Qingyu thought more and chose the safest option for now. "We know the public investors panicking and some may try selling short. Focus on them for now, we''ll buy as many shares as we can like we have in mind before."


    "Won''t the police realize our actions andplicate the scenario." Zhao Xiurong was keen on staying away.


    "The impact is going to be minimal for us, when we focus on public investors." Ling Qingyu replied. "In the meantime, I''ll inform Yang Qingyue of our action and n."


    "Alright, as you say, Boss." Zhao Xiurong said.


    Tax investigations were never intended to disrupt the normal trading of apany and had a limited impact on the public investors. For Ling Qingyu, it only lengthened Zhao Xiurong''s work.


    Rather than buying shares from top shareholders as nned before, Ling Qingyu had to mingle through from beneath. Her hands stopped stretching toward the other top shareholders who weren''t yet affected because she guessed confiscation of assets should happen soon.


    Based on Wang Xiuying''s narration and Athena''s summary, Ling Qingyu knew the workspace was very unhealthy, full of suppression and bullying. Police Investigation had a higher chance of uncovering the hidden events and might also dig up tragedies.


    Justice was definitely served, not because of thew but because Ling Qingyu participated. How long had thepany run amok and endangered ordinary people''s lives?


    Well, Ling Qingyu disliked the scenario, yed out, but she wasn''t too much against it. Her dislike came from the situation spiraling out of her grasp and losing her ability to intervene.


    Of course, talking with Yang Qingyue might just solve the predicaments. Even the confiscated assets could be sold to her.


    "I''ll inform you to proceed with buying shares from the shareholders after Yang Qingyue and I reach an agreement." Ling Qingyu said. "For now, stay put. How about the takeover n of Hongqi Industry?"


    "En..I have chatted with the owner on the phone and he was willing to sell, under one condition." Zhao Xiurong said.


    "What conditions?" Ling Qingyu frowned. Even a nearly bankruptpany dared to request. She hoped the request wasn''t too much.


    "He remains as CEO and the other old staff aren''t affected by the change." Zhao Xiurong said.


    Ling Qingyu pushed her hand against the wall and tapped her foot. She was silent for a while. "I can''t agree yet. Tell him, we''ll talk this through when we meet and also I''m not against the idea but I''d like see for myself before making a decision." She said.


    "Understood. I''ll make sure to transfer your words. My opinion is that he''s more willing to sell thepany, even if you press hard." Zhao Xiurong suggested.


    "No need. I''ll think about his request and it''s not too much. Inform me when the situation changes, Sister Zhao. That will be it; I''m hanging up." Ling Qingyu said.


    "I will." The call disconnected. Given the recent chaos, Ling Qingyu was indeed worried for her secretary, but Zhao Xiurong insisted. She couldn''t lock a person from traveling around, including a close one.


    She had no rights and Zhao Xiurong was an adult. Of course, if the situation was hell, Ling Qingyu might do it. Nheless, Ling Qingyu sent her guards, armed with weapons, as a precaution. Since the identity issues had been solved, it wouldn''t be long before Yang Qingyue gave her guards a SWAT-like unit status.


    Some red tapes were cut easily. The cooperation between the two parties would only increase.


    Ling Qingyu nudged her forehead. She walked back to the dining hall and saw the officers still feasting.


    Her eyesy on Yang Qingyue, who sat in boredom, and apparently finished her meal. She made sure the police chief indeed finished her meal before she spoke.


    "Sister Yang, can we talk for a minute." Her chin gestured outside.


    Yang Qingyue nodded and stood up to follow Ling Qingyu''s figure. The officers looked at each other and shrugged and continued their meals.


    Since the two addressed each other as sisters, there shouldn''t be any problem. The cuisines and soups, cooked by Ling Qingyu''s chef were excellent. No doubt, they were for foodies like them.


    Yang Qingyue caught up with Ling Qingyu and the two walked on.


    "How''s the meal?"


    "Good. I enjoy them. It''s better than the restaurants I ate outside." Yang Qingyue replied.


    "You cane and take a meal, whenever you want." Ling Qingyu said.


    Yang Qingyue refused. "I can''t always eat your meal. It''s impolite to eat for free."


    "You and I call each other sister. We''re already this close." Ling Qingyu said.


    "That won''t do, Sister Ling. Going in and out of your house might arouse suspicions and my enemies are looking for my weakness." Yang Qingyue shrugged.


    "I don''t fear your enemies but I don''t want to get in a mess. How about I deliver the lunchbox to you? Don''t refuse my offer; whether you agree or not, I''m sending one."


    Yang Qingyue smiled. "So, what are we going to talk about, far away from others."


    Ling Qingyu nced at her surroundings and made sure the hall was clear of people. "So, what''s up with the tax investigation and police investigation going on with Tong Tong?" She asked


    Tong Tong was the instant noodlespany''s name, Ling Qingyu nned to takeover. Not that it mattered, because the name would probably change under her ownership.


    Yang Qingyue raised her brows. "Noments. Confidential until I say so."


    "Come on, Sister Yang, can''t you spill some beans for me?" Ling Qingyu asked. "Are we not close?"


    Yang Qingyue shook her head and stopped Ling Qingyu''s coquettish behavior. "Official business doesn''t affiliate anything with our closeness."


    "Alright, I''ll be direct. You know my n and I have told you. Why now?" Ling Qingyu got to the main point.


    "Look Sister Ling, it has nothing to do with yourment. In fact, it''s your intel which led me to investigate the entirepany group. I''d have to apud you for that."


    "My intel?" Ling Qingyu remained confused and understoodter¡ªthe culprit was Tang Ziyi.


    She had requested Tang Ziyi to punish thepany''s higher-ups after rescuing Wang Xiuying''s trio. That might be the reason, the evidence delivered to Yang Qingyue reached an astounding level.


    So, it was Tang Ziyi who destroyed her n, unintentionally. Ling Qingyu pouted her lips. Tang Ziyi''s deed was nothing but it ate her unnecessary brainpower.


    Since Ling Qingyu gave the green light to Tang Ziyi, she was unscrupulous. Having seen numerous dark worlds, Wang Xiuying''s trio case was nothing in her eyes.


    But who made Tang Ziyi see their tragedy directly and get involved. Vengeance was also swift. She hacked the hidden data, all of which could likely lead to the downfall or destruction of an entirepany.


    Plus, Xiao Yue, as the most righteous person among the trio: Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, in spite of her career as a warlord, begged Tang Ziyi to intervene.


    If not Tang Ziyi warning their action could bring huge troubles to Ling Qingyu, Xiao Yue would take matters into their own hands. It could be said, Wang Xiuying''s trio was lucky to meet them and found justice.


    Ling Qingyu mourned, congested with a bad breath. She felt like being struck by her own friends. She didn''t me Tang Ziyi''s action, not to mention, it was the order that came out of her mouth.


    At least, Wang Xiuying''s trio and many other hidden groups in a simr situation should be relieved. Her merits required by Miss System should also increase. Ling Qingyuforted herself.

 Chapter 199: Tang Ziyi shocking Ling Qingyu

    "Forget it," Ling Qingyu said, hugging her waist. "I''ll be dealing with the public investors'' shares then. Just a heads-up for you."


    Yang Qingyue folded her arms. "So, you want me to be aware of your movements beforehand and prevent messing up."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. "In case, your subordinates thought something else andplicate the situation." She said. "I don''t want any misunderstanding between us and my n to take over thatpany remains the same."


    "Fair enough. I doubt it''ll take a while before thepany is fully functional again."


    "Why''s that?"


    "The three girls'' event shouldn''t be the first time. There might be many more who dare note forward yet." Yang Qingyue exined.


    "Damn, as expected of the corruption inside. I hope you unveil more of the tragedies. It''s better to clean them up." Ling Qingyu said.


    "You don''t need to say it. Our police will handle the case and thanks for the evidence."


    "What evidence?" Ling Qingyu pretended to be puzzled.


    Yang Qingyue shook her head and sighed. "Anyway, thepany''s business should face many obstacles in theing days."


    "But It doesn''t matter to me since the project hasn''t started yet. Can I buy shares from the other shareholders in thepany?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "I advise against it. None of them appears innocent."


    "Their assets are likely to be confiscated then." Ling Qingyu said.


    Yang Qingyue nodded. "However, I can introduce you to buy them officially at a price, but that depends on your skill."


    "That''s the answer, I''m waiting for." Ling Qingyu instantly smiled. "Of course, I could venture thepany with myself and the state party."


    Yang Qingyue also thought the idea was feasible. " Why are you so keen on buying thispany? I reckon, you have the abilities to operate yourself and begin your corporate industry."


    "There are many benefits to my choice; first, I don''t have to start everything from scratch¡ªthe machinery and talents; second, no one can predict or know my real aim, giving me time before my enemies set up a blockade; third, this saves cost." Ling Qingyu''s expression disyed as if watching someonecking intellectual.


    Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes at her remarks; her brain might not work like Ling Qingyu but her IQ was online. She knew there were more reasons than what Ling Qingyu stated. Obviously, Ling Qingyu didn''t intend to say so.


    After a long chatter, the two went back and Ling Qingyu was satisfied. The discussion drew the results she desired.


    When they returned to the living room, Wang Xiuying and the other two girls were present. Yang Qingyue''s subordinates seemed reluctant to part from the dining table.


    Ling Qingyu teased Yang Qingyue beside her, whose eyelids twitched fiercely. She didn''t me them but instead felt pity. Only on m v|le|mp|yr


    Unlike Yang Qingyue, who had a good and strong family, these officers came from ordinary ones. Where had they ever tasted deliciousscivious meals in their life?


    Ling Qingyu calmly smothered Yang Qingyue''s back and led her head to the importance. The police chief demanded a safe isted room and dragged away two of her officers to interview and record Wang Xiuying and the two girls, promising their faces would be hidden.


    Although it didn''t matter whether the faces were blurred or the camera was pointed downward, it provided psychological convenience.


    Ling Qingyu stayed away to give them privacy and walked around, strategizing in her mind until Athena asked her a question.


    "Mom, you said I mustn''t vite rules. But why when you help your sister, you allow me to hack and destroy other properties?" Athena asked.


    Ling Qingyu was embarrassed by the question. "Well, it''s because they are our enemies."


    "So, do I have to treat every enemy simrly?"


    "Yes or No, it depends." Ling Qingyu paused, constructing sentences to teach her daughter. "Ling Yunxiang''s opponents attack her without any rules, even including false usations and lies. So many lies weave several times, it almost became or has be the truth."


    Ling Qingyu continued: "While your enemies use unrestricted means, you should also release restraint ordingly and respond. If their means threaten your existence, you''ll fight back by all means necessary¡ªgive them no quarter. In the battle for survival, the number one rule is there are no rules."


    "So in the case of Aunt Ling, the enemies threaten her career without boundaries and Mom alsounches unrestricted attacks?" Athena was a bit puzzled. She didn''t understand these limits and levels.


    "Well, there are some truths in your words. I have other methods, which were slower but I rather have a quick victory and establish a deterrence than be stuck in an unnecessary quagmire." Ling Qingyu said. "Whatever you do, there must be a clear conscience and control of your actions."


    "But what if my hacking can bring so many benefits to you and enhance the entire world''s technology in the future?" Athena asked about her desire.


    While Ling Qingyu taught her sister, Lin Xiao came and interrupted her.


    "Ms. Ling, I think youe and see it for yourselves." Lin Xiao said.


    "What''s the matter? Is something wrong."


    "I don''t know how to exin. Miss Tang brought a huge party."


    "What has Tang Ziyi done?" Ling Qingyu whispered and asked Lin Xiao to lead the way.


    Only after she came out of the open space, Ling Qingyu wanted to curse. A huge party was an understatement.


    The disastrous mess should be the correct description. From a distance, she saw a long column of motorcades of SUVs and vans.


    The most eye-catching one was the giant lorry truck. Yes, Ling Qingyu still had disbelief in her sight. A lorry parked inside her manor.


    It felt like sand entered her eyes. The original beauty was foiled by the giant vehicle. She saw Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue exited out of the ck Cadic in front of the lorry.


    Stepping forward quickly, Ling Qingyu asked. "Sister Tang, what in the world are you doing? Why are there so many cars and even a big truck?"


    "Calm now. Trust me; I never waste a single energy for nothing. There must always be a value." Tang Ziyi cated the anxious Ling Qingyu. Xiao Yue watched from the sideline with a smile. She was rxed now, in contrast to her dumbfounded expression when she first realized what Tang Ziyi was doing.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu was anxious, especially since she guessed these were likely to be the product of the money she sent to Tang Ziyi. What a waste!


    "You better tell me your n." Ling Qingyu''s eyes showed she would never give up without knowing the answer. "Although 100 million is nothing, I''m not going to squander my wealth, without any aim."


    "Alright, Sister Ling. You see, we''ve nned for the formation of the SWAT-like unit and the official paper has gone smoothly." Tang Ziyi exined. "You don''t want your subordinates to have no means of transport, right?"


    "Isn''t our Range Rovers sufficient?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    Even Xiao Yue rolled her eyes at her remarks. "You don''t think our number will remain the same, do you?"


    Ling Qingyu was stumped. Xiao Yue was right. She had talked with Su Ruomei about this matter shortly and she understood the situation.


    "How many guards do you n to recruit ording to our original n?" Tang Ziyi asked.


    "Around 200-250." Ling Qingyu muttered. "But that doesn''t mean you must buy 100 vehicles."


    "It''s 80 to be precise." Tang Ziyi said. "55 Toyota Forester, 15 Toyota Alphard, and 10 Toyota Hiace Grande. 55 SUVs and 25 vans. All thetest models. In fact, I''d like to buy more but our personnel hasn''t reached this level yet."


    "Please," Ling Qingyu almost whined. "You wanna buy more? Sister Tang, this is already a lot."


    "Who knows the future? Perhaps, the guards recruited might go up." Tang Ziyi waved her hands.


    "By then, I''m sure, we might not need these vehicles anymore." Ling Qingyu spread her arms. "Maybe, we''re sitting inside MRAPs and tanks."


    "That''s possible." Tang Ziyi nodded imperceptibly, agreeing with Ling Qingyu''s vision.

 Chapter 200: Tang Ziyis reasoning

    "So, you still say, we need thisrge fleet for our guards?" Ling Qingyu widened her eyes.


    "Of course. Besides, your guards like police work too; I''m sure of my opinion." Tang Ziyi defended her decision.


    Ling Qingyu remembered the conversation she had with Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu. What Tang Ziyi said was most likely the case.


    "But that doesn''t constitute buying so many, especially, when you can merely increase the armor MRAPs." Ling Qingyu said. "Shouldn''t increasing the number of these beasts or producing more armor Jeeps probable than your choice?"


    "Your words make sense but I suggest you let your guards use more civilian vehicles unless the situation calls for it." Tang Ziyi replied. "And I think they''ll enjoy my choice better."


    Ling Qingyu went speechless and rubbed her chin. Indeed, a little money to allow her guards to indulge seemed not a bad idea. Her less than a trillion yuan was stuck inside her pocket, nowhere to spend at the moment.


    Apart from corporate takeover and business n, Ling Qingyu rarely spent the wealth.


    Tang Ziyi added: "In addition, having more vehicles means they can patrol around and safeguard our properties at the same time. For instance, yourpany in the metropolitan area and erge the protection presence."


    Tang Ziyi was correct. Civilian vehicles seemed better suited for the task. Ling Qingyu imagined an MRAP ced near herpany.


    People were more than likely to panic and unnecessary rms could be raised, which was in contrast to Ling Qingyu''s goal.


    "Out of all the vehicles, you buy Toyota." Ling Qingyu said in doubt.


    "What''s with your voice? Toyota is a reliable car manufacturer and the richest one in worth among the carpanies. Plus, the price is cheaper. Instead of having one BMW, I can have 2 Toyota instead." Tang Ziyi said.


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes. "Fair enough. But you have to know there are very few Toyota brands in this countrypared to Alyssia Continent."


    Tang Ziyi shrugged. "I know this country was invaded by Country J in the past. And as you can see from Yang Qingyue''s reaction to the siren type, people aren''t as resistant as we presumed. They might not be too much against it but they didn''t like to use the past invaders'' product."


    "Alright. Now that everything is settled. It''s no use talking about this to you." Ling Qingyu gave up.


    "Come on, please look from another perspective." Tang Ziyi said. "You have another protective circle outside the perimeter with your guards'' presence on these cars. It''ll deter when they also see the police sign."


    Ling Qingyu felt Tang Ziyi''s words made sense. A lot of flexibility was gained from the fleet upgrade. She felt safer, staying in Province N, after hearing Tang Ziyi''s description.


    If only her money weren''t squandered in the vehicle purchase. "You even said sarcastically when I bought so many vehicles and now you did just the same." Ling Qingyuined. "I almost forgot, what''s with the lorry truck?"


    Tang Ziyi had only opened her mouth when Yang Qingyue''s voice interrupted. "Hey, I heard amotion going on and came out; I didn''t think to see suchrge motorcades. Are the vehicles here to supply my fleet again? Sister, you''re donating these for me?"


    The trio turned around and also saw officers behind Yang Qingyue, including Wang Xiuying, Mu Xiaoqian, and Sun Qiqi. It seemed recording evidence had beenpleted.


    "Oh, Sister Tang bought these to supplement my guards'' maneuverability." Ling Qingyu said. "You can take some of them, if you like."


    Tang Ziyi''s smile almost cracked at Ling Qingyu''s distinctive reaction. When did she suddenly be generous all of a sudden? Huh, as soon as Yang Qingyue appeared. (0 v 0)


    Ling Qingyu relentlessly pursued her consumption yet if Yang Qingyue begged Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi was certain, she would gift them without a thought.


    Now, who was squandering money here?


    Xiao Yue bowed her head a little and covered her mouth, chuckling at Tang Ziyi''s speechlessness.


    Yang Qingyue refused immediately when she heard they were for private purposes. She shook her head. "No need. Sister Tang must have purchased them for a reason."


    "Exactly, and that''s what I''m trying to exin to my boss." Tang Ziyi added from the side. "Plus, our guard unit can patrol around the area and take part in some police work. If something beyond our control urs, we can request help from you but for the most part of the security, it''s easy." Tang Ziyi lowered her voice.


    "That''s an excellent idea. It frees us from the unnecessary resources. You can even help our jurisdiction too, provided your group remains under my watch during working hours." Yang Qingyu said. "I''m not in control but only supervising. What''s more, your groups should be responsible for security only."


    Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi nodded, which was exactly what they had in mind. Su Ruomei would be the chief of her guards as usual. She had the necessary skill sets and experience.


    "So, what''s the matter with the lorry?" Yang Qingyue asked what Ling Qingyu wanted to know.


    "Actually, this one is rented for a day for you." Tang Ziyi exined.


    "For me?" Yang Qingyue repeated in doubt.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes were stunned too. Okay! When are you beginning to even gift others, especially with my money?!


    "The lorry is here to transport the motorbikes, which are going to be donated to you." Tang Ziyi finally exined the purpose of the lorry truck.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes narrowed. When did she buy motorbikes? Did Tang Ziyi buy them when she went outside this time?


    Seemingly noticing Ling Qingyu''s questioning face, Tang Ziyi smiled. "100 motorbikes produced by us. What, you don''t think as someone who can easily manufacture an armored truck faces difficulties for motorbikes?"


    Ling Qingyu realized it should be the product of Athena and Tang Ziyi. Her confidante appeared to like tinkering stuff with her daughter.


    "100 Motorbikes!" Yang Qingyue gasped. Just from the sheer number of donated items, Yang Qingyue almost had a fever. From cars to motorcycles, she felt happier than before.


    There was no longer a symptom among her subordinates calledck, starting from today. She had also decided to search for a few motorbikes to enhance her police force and the gift from Ling Qingyu was like charcoal in a heavy snow.


    Other than gratitude, Yang Qingyue had no words.


    Tang Ziyi said. "In fact, the motorbikes are to be used by you to increase public trust in the police force."


    Ling Qingyu''s ears twitched, awaiting the next sentences from Tang Ziyi''s lips. The officers and Yang Qingyue also perked their ears.


    The officers were keen to improve public opinion. Although they had somewhat regained trust under the leadership of Yang Qingyue, it was still slow.


    Slowness didn''t mean bad; gradual improvement was the road their prefecture police force must work hard on,ying a strong foundation of trust and capabilities with the public.


    However, no one would refuse speeding up this project. Particrly, Yang Qingyu wanted to know from Tang Ziyi''s perspective.


    "After watching Sister Ling''s work, an amazing idea pops up in my mind. In addition to enhancing trafficw enforcement, the bikes can be utilized to appeal to the public." Tang Ziyi said.


    "How?" Yang Qingyue said, almost getting impatience toward Tang Ziyi''s wayward style of speaking.


    Ling Qingyu realized what Tang Ziyi had in mind and guessed the methods, which might be seen from past life.

 Chapter 201: Yang Qingyues change

    "What the public wants are respect and care from the official. If your police force uses these bikes to escort the ambnce to and fro the hospital," Tang Ziyi pointed out the method, "Your image will transform. Set up, a special task force for this purpose to help the patients move to the hospital quicker.


    Plus, an online ount, recorded to release the escort videos; I''m sure many citizens are interested in police work."


    Yang Qingyue brightened her eyes and nodded. She nced at her subordinates and everyone agreed the idea was feasible and very effective.


    Even though everything was still in n, they had already seen the results. Yang Qingyue added: "Speaking of broadcast, I''m sure there are many media who''ll flock immediately if I give permission to record officer shift hour."


    Tang Ziyi nodded. "You can request from the media, or release a statement granting permission, or search to see if anyone in your force wants to be an anchor." She said.


    Tang Ziyi and Yang Qingyue discussed the project fiercely. Ling Qingyu had an expression that said, as expected.


    What Tang Ziyi had said, resembled what she knew in the past world. Among the police escorts, there was a famous one from the Nethends. Ling Qingyu liked their police gestures and whistling style.


    Of course, their meticulous teamwork inspired many from around the world, earning respect and gratitude from the people.


    Back in the day, she even wondered what if she became a police officer. Every child likely had a simr dream.


    If Yang Qingyue broadcasted her subordinates'' work, the sess would be immeasurable, particrly for the mediapany.


    Ling Qingyu even had the urge to set up one when her eyes saw dor signs and many of them. She also had a younger sister, whom she wanted to support on her entertainment journey.


    "Oh! Yeah, I almost forgot the main theme. Sister Ling told me only you know where ourst police fleet to be transported is located." Yang Qinyue said. "And I express my gratitude on behalf of the entire prefecture station for the idea and support you girls have given."


    "You''re wee." Ling Qingyu said.


    Nodding her head at Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi said. "I know. I''ll ask the other sisters to bring out the vehicles."


    Tang Ziyi requested the avable guards to go to the eight-stories vi, which she was currently renovating, and drive out the vehicles parked underground.


    The guardsplied and hopped on the small electric car and sped off. Turning her head to the staff of Toyota, who delivered the vehicles and were standing by, Tang Ziyi thanked them and requested additional help, with extra payment.


    The staffs were embarrassed and refused the offer; they would love to help for free. But Tang Ziyi was firm in her action.


    The staff could only ept the situation and listen to Tang Ziyi''s request. Anyway, the money wasn''t hers.


    Ling Qingyu, Xiao Yue, Yang Qingyue, and the officers watched as Tang Ziyi organized the Toyota staff and the guards.


    Soon, they saw the first appearance of the motorbikes, pushed out from the garage. The wless metallic design and empowered knightly aura exuded from the vehicle already satisfied the officers'' eyes.


    The motorbikes were already modified and the group listened to Tang Ziyi''s exnation of the specifications and dimensions.


    As for the police boxes behind, Yang Qingyue would have to refit them again, ording to their needs.


    The group waited as the motorbikes were pushed up onto the lorry one by one, until 100 bikes stayed in the truck. The staff and the guards breathed deeply in and out.


    Although most of the time was spent on pushing, they still used energy to lift the bikes and arrange them inside the box.


    They pped the dust out of their hands, waiting for Tang Ziyi''s further orders. She tasked the guards to prepare to drive out the police vehicle and followed Yang Qingyue''s group and sent the staff back after paying them on WeChat.


    The staff returned to theirpany vans and drove back, not forgetting to bow several times toward Tang Ziyi. Ling Qingyu curled her lips in dissatisfaction, sneering at Tang Ziyi''s behavior.


    Whose money did she spend? She snorted. Xiao Yue and Yang Qingyue controlled their smiles, peeking at her expression.


    Noting Ling Qingyu''s cuteness, Yang Qingyue dropped a gentle smile¡ªshe was indeed her lucky star.


    If not for her, where would she receive help from experts like Tang Ziyi? If not for her, her subordinates might have to struggle with finances and equipment.


    If not for her, Yang Qingyue''s position might still be unstable, ready to be toppled by anyone, without having a chance to fight for justice.


    It was Ling Qingyu''s existence, that facilitated her road. Her eyes turned softer as she stared at Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu turned her head and met Yang Qingyue''s eyes. It was mesmerizing and flooded her heart. Both broke out smiles and looked away.


    Ling Qingyu stepped close and hugged Yang Qingyue''s shoulder. Although her behavior appeared strange, Yang Qingyue didn''t feel repulsive but felt safe instead. And they were both girls.


    The pressure from above and huge workloads had exhausted Yang Qingyu and it was in Ling Qingyu''s residence, that she found some respite.


    The chest wasn''t broad and strong like Ling Qingyu desired it to be, but the two mountains provided a sanctuary to lean on.


    Seeing Yang Qingyue didn''t resist, Ling Qingyu''s courage grew but she didn''t dare to overstep because there were others around. Still, the two got closer.


    Yang Qingyue sensed weirdness brewing around her body but never delved further into the implications.


    In spite of the difficulties ahead, Yang Qingyue''s courage grew in her pursuit of justice and righteousness. With the support from her close friend Cai Ning and a new one, Ling Qingyu, Yang Qingyue felt the world was on her side.


    Every person became brave and motivated when they understood, that there were confidantes around, who would step into muddy water along with them, no matter how highs or lows, as long as they existed and never rejected the person.


    Yang Qingyue was in a simr state. Ling Qingyu''s support meant everything to her. As for what Ling Qingyu wanted, Yang Qingyue didn''t think too much, except for some benefits for her guards.


    Xiao Yue now felt what Ling Qingyu had felt in the past days when she got along with Tang Ziyi and had conflicts about whether to forewarn Yang Qingyu about Ling Qingyu''s real goal.


    She decided against itter. Breaking other people''s rtionships didn''t seem like a good deed, though she thought she was saving someone from a liar.


    She only had a need to exim. Watch out, Officer! Someone is having an evil intention!


    Yang Qingyue saw the police fleet taken out by Ling Qingyu''s guards and knew it was time to go back. She separated from Ling Qingyu and felt reluctant out of nowhere.


    It seemed she now indeed found like-minded friends here. But there was no eternal banquet, separation would always happen. She nced at her subordinates and regainedposure.


    She ordered them to pick up the vehicles along with Tang Ziyi''s and the guards'' help. She spoke to Ling Qingyu. "Tomorrow, there''ll be a press conference and ceremony about your donations. I know you''re busy but don''t forget about it."


    "Why would I ever forget? I''ll make sure toe and, by the way, the day after tomorrow is Shen''s family auction." Ling Qingyu said. "Well, I say, auction, but it''s more like a charity event. Are you also invited?"


    "I''ve heard of them. I didn''t get the invitation before but after I became police chief, I just received it in the mail this morning. I was thinking not to go but since you''re also invited, I might tag along."


    "It''s better for you to tag along. I''ll show them who''s protecting our Sister Yang."


    Yang Qingyue snorted, amused. "Who''s protecting who might be the problem here."


    "Don''t underestimate me. I''m very strong now after training with Instructor Tang." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Okay. You''re strong. It''s good for you." Yang Qingyue relented.

 Chapter 202: Wang Xiuyings conscience

    Ling Qingyu didn''t mind Yang Qingyue''s remarks. "There''s another suggestion I''d like to make in addition to the options Tang Ziyi had said."


    "I''m all ears." Yang Qingyue discovered Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu had loads of ingenious ideas, unfamiliar to her eyes. Perhaps her perspective was so small, even as someone in the officialdom who desired to break the norm.


    Ling Qingyu''s answer didn''t disappoint her. "Don''t be too official and act more friendly with the public. We all have a saying public servant¡ªserving the public." She said. "It''s the demeanor and action, most importantly, to gain a positive reputation."


    "I''ve seen the police work from Country J; your words seem to reflect their working style." Yang Qingyue replied. "But I figure our situation requires more aggression to deter the gangs."


    Ling Qingyu nodded, agreeing. What worked in other areas might not work somewhere. "I don''t mean to lose forceful energy. What I meant is during thew enforcement activities, especially for small vitions just act more friendly, such as shouting out the red lights vitor before they are about to. Of course, that''s my opinion."


    Yang Qingyue agreed. Overreaction might bring out counterproductive consequences. She must train her officers to avoid such scenario.


    "And my guards and the residence here will provide maximum reception and security for the important witnesses and victims in lethal dangers." Ling Qingyu added. "You''ve seen the area around, I''m sure you''ll like my offer better."


    "Indeed, sufficient protection to witness is essential for a proper judicial process." Yang Qingyue nodded. "I hope the extent can lengthen to providing VIP protection services."


    "It''s a possibility but you should discuss this with Tang Ziyi." Ling Qingyu said. "Although if you personally beg, I might consider and give a green light." Ling Qingyu winked.


    Yang Qingyue was speechless and Xiao Yue was not much better. Luckily, Tang Ziyi didn''t hear the discussion. Otherwise, tomorrow morning they might have heard the topic of Ling Qingyu abused.


    "I''ll talk with her soon." Yang Qingyue said. "Make sure you don''t forget toe tomorrow. It''ll be a shame if the donor herself is absent as the protagonist."


    "You''ve said it many times. I will." Ling Qingyu waved her hand.


    Yang Qingyue waved her hand back and headed toward her chariot, Hongqi, Ling Qingyu had gifted, then entered the vehicle.


    Tang Ziyi sprinted back and said. "I''ll follow Sister Yang to the station and discuss our responsibilities and benefits."


    "Hmm, You better not mess around." Ling Qingyu gave a dead nce. Tang Ziyi understood and winked back.


    Xiao Yue was confused. She knew Tang Ziyi never failed in whatever she did but Ling Qingyu reminded with a serious gaze. What was going on?


    If Ling Qingyu heard Xiao Yue''s silent inquiry, she would say, you better not ask. You better not cry; you better not know. Cuz I''m telling you why¡­


    Ling Qingyu, Xiao Yue and the rest stood and waited as Tang Ziyi got into her Cadic and followed Yang Qingyue''s convoy. The lorry reversed back toward the gate and U-turn on the avable space.


    Soon, the crowded venue looked deserted apart from the Toyotas parked in the field. Ling Qingyu asked the remaining guards to drive them into the underground parking lots.


    Xiao Yue said from the side. "I better take some guards to arrange the renovation process."


    "You, an antique person knows about this." Ling Qingyu showed skepticism.


    "I''ve learned a lot on the inte and Athena is here to guide me." Xiao Yue replied, rolling her eyes.


    "Then, I''ll follow you too since I have nothing to do at the moment." Ling Qingyu said.


    Wang Xiuying stepped forward and touched Ling Qingyu''s arm, capturing her attention. Her eyes were puzzled and curious.


    After pinching her clothes with her fingers, Wang Xiuying spoke,cking courage. "Ms. Ling, I''m very grateful for what you have done for us, but we don''t want to be oil bottles, doing nothing and enjoying your gifts without any obligations. Of course, I know you''ve promised our jobs in the future, which we swear to work seriously. But at this moment we don''t want to do nothing¡­"


    "Alright, I appreciate your words. Actually, I thought about giving you more rest to heal yourselves before taking on the task." Ling Qingyu said. "But if you''re serious, in the following days, please follow my secretary around and gain experience from her. Sounds good?"


    Wang Xiuying nodded excitedly. "Too good to be true." She understood, that learning from Zhao Xiurong was a leap in status from knowing nothing to understanding the world more.


    The experience gained by seniors mentoring versus learning oneself was as wide as a chasm. Nothing could bridge this gap except for genius talents.


    Mu Xiaoqian and Sun Qiqi had delighted eyes. They were exhrated beyond measure, hearing Ling Qingyu''s promise.


    Though they might be young and inexperienced, they could still see the importance. Ling Qingyu beamed with a smile, as she noticed the two had traces of purity, innocence, and liveliness.


    She sighed softly when her eyesnded on Wang Xiuying¡ªstrong, zealous, and with too much self-reflection. The youthfulness had gone; what remained were her eyes full of visticude. Although this girl stated she had ovee herself, Ling Qingyu found it hard to believe.


    Wang Xiuying''s suffering was unimaginable for her mind toprehend and at the same time caused Ling Qingyu to reflect on humanities and the universe.


    Even though the prime culprits and helpers, including the family background, faced liquidation, the sentence should be less than what Wang Xiuying had been through.


    The neww regarding criminals'' rights hadpletely opened her eyes. Except for lengthier jail time, they had adequate food and supplies, including some recreation.


    And what rehabilitation? An absolute nonsense! These criminals would usuallymit the same crime again after release; there was no help.


    Wang Xiuying nudged Ling Qingyu a little, seeing her unresponsive. Ling Qingyu escaped from an extremist mindset and calmed down. "But you must promise me, you''ll undergo psychological counseling this time. There''s no refusal or dilly-dallying. Understood?"


    The trio''s heads bobbed up and down. Ling Qingyu said, "Now go and have some fun for the time being without worries, lest youinter I''m exploiting my subordinates. You have so much work to do in the future."


    Xiao Yue pursed her lips, observing how Ling Qingyuforted the three victims and encouraged them onward to their new pursuits.


    Ling Qingyu smiled at Xiao Yue who was waiting for her and signaled that she had finished.


    Under Xiao Yue''s lead, the two entered the exact vi, everyone nned as a ''SWAT'' office building.


    The guards who were supervising the construction and renovation work, straightened their stance and greeted.


    Ling Qingyu nodded back and turned her focus on the workers. Not much needed to be done with the wall, electrical lines, and flooring.


    All the workers needed to do was to lift these furniture and desks and ce them ordingly.


    Ling Qingyu studied the items arranged in the vi and she sighed in relief. Fortunately, Tang Ziyi was frugal in spending and didn''t indulge in luxury.


    She was worried about her confidante who spent millions of yuan without blinking her eyes. The previously bought vehicles proved this notion.


    Floor by floor, she inspected the room and was satisfied. Although few people woulde into this building, they must be prepared just in case.


    Her guards had likely be a specialized unit under Yang Qingyue but these were to be discussed between the two parties, which Tang Ziyi was up to the task.

 Chapter 203: Training facilities (1)

    Turning her head to Xiao Yue, Ling Qingyu said. "Where''s the training facility for firearms, room clearing, and others?"


    "It''s underground, where we made some space in the secret realm." Xiao Yue said. "As for the other courses, Sister Tang says she''s preparing them on the open field in the backyard."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. "Then, show me the firearm training area first."


    Xiao Yue led her underground through the elevators. Ling Qingyu knew, it was only with Athena''s permission, that they could ess the secret realm.


    So, confidentiality and security were an absolute maximum. If her residence represented the city wall, her manor represented the castle inside the fortress, then, the secret realm represented a hidden chamber full of mechanisms.


    Therefore, even harming the SWAT-like building was impossible without Athena''s knowledge and action.


    "Luckily, we have Athena. Otherwise, our time and energy spent wouldn''t achieve the current situation as quickly as now." Ling Qingyu said.


    "True. And you haven''t seen Athena''s workmanship in the backyard." Xiao Yue said.


    "Backyard? Isn''t that the ce for obstacle clearing course?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Of course, Sister Ling. But you have no idea what I saw. I mean everyone has the same expression; I''ll show it to youter." Xiao Yue said.


    "So, our Athena is amazing then." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Hmph. Mom only knows my capabilities." A hologram of a young girl formed before the two, hugging her waist with her mouth, pouted.


    Ling Qingyu chuckled and reached out her hand to pat Athena''s head, then remembered this was merely the image projection.


    "How good it would be if you had a body?" Ling Qingyu muttered.


    "Body? Mom wants me to make a physical appearance?" Athena tilted her head. Ling Qingyu almost shouted cute at her daughter''s behavior, but hearing her words sounded rm in her mind.


    ''It''s just my expression to feel you closer than ever." Ling Qingyu said, quickly remedying the situation. "Of course, my daughter is the best at everything. I''m very proud."


    Athena humphed proudly and strode ahead of the two, with arrogant steps. Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue shook their heads at Athena.


    "But I heard Mom wants me to have a body," Athena said, not stopping her footsteps.


    Ling Qingyu paused with a hesitant expression. She was worried, her words urged Athena to be something she really abhorred. "Well, I just want to feel you physically."


    "Hmm, I can create a robot with silicone and metalbinationster on so that Mom can touch me as you like." Athena said after some thoughts.


    "Ahh! I don''t like touch cold texture. What I want is fresh blood and skin, especially the warmth of life." Ling Qingyu said after careful contemtion to extinguish Athena''s desire for a body.


    Anyway, the creation of life was difficult. Although cloning showed some sess, it wasn''t without deficiency. To have a full perfect body, who knew how long the research progress could take before a sessful prototype became feasible?


    Ling Qingyu curled her lips as she eximed wonderfully at her ingenious idea to dissuade Athena. What she didn''t know was¡ªAthena was never simple.


    She acted adorable like a little girl with innocence of the world but in reality, she could read the worries inside her mother. But she didn''t me Ling Qingyu''s thoughts.


    Her eyes showed a glint of cunningness. "Oh! Mom, I''m afraid it would take so many years before I aplish what you want." She said.


    "It doesn''t matter. I''m willing to wait." Ling Qingyu replied. "As long as I can see you with my eyes, I''m very satisfied."


    Athena nodded and didn''t say more but she had made up her mind to research advanced biology in the future.


    If Ling Qingyu heard Athena''s idea, she would copse onto the floor. Her words became counterproductive.


    "But Mom, if you allow me to hack into more data, everything will be quicker." Like a demoness, Athena tried to persuade Ling Qingyu.


    Although theing results sounded very tempting, Ling Qingyu had a strong dislike but understood Athena''s state.


    Treating Athena simr to a human being might be a mistake, especially bounding her to strict rules.


    From the human perspective, what Ling Qingyu did was correct. But blocking Athena from freely moving around thework resembled an animal locked in a cage.


    Ling Qingyu felt guilty when she realized she chained Athena''s freedom a little too much and said. "Athena, you can roam around thework as much as you like as long as they''re avable for the public. As for privacy, you should avoid looking into it unless you had probable cause, like a threat to your loved ones or a family."


    "I know." Athena pursed her lips. Yet, she was d she could walk around now.


    "You don''t want others to undress our clothes in secret, do you?" Ling Qingyu exined patiently. "Simrly, you should never do something you don''t like to others. You don''t want others to find out about your source code."


    "Of course, I don''t want to Mom, but no one can breach my security or even understand a simple code." Athena replied with a smirk. "They can''tin because they don''t have an ability but I have. Believe me, Mom, everything depends on strength. Somepanies hack others to get what they want. I think all humans in power will do these; it''s just the world is calm because the strengths are simr."


    Ling Qingyu almost cursed out in frustration. Her life and ethical lessons went to the dustbin. However, Ling Qingyu had nothing to say after hearing Athena''s words. Strength was the premise.


    Ling Qingyu still argued. "Morally, it''s incorrect to hack other''s secret. Mom doesn''t like a naughty child who refuses to listen to me."


    "Ah! Mom! I''ll only listen to you." Athena quickly corrected herself. "I''ll never do something you don''t like and I''ve never broken your rules." She whined.


    Ling Qingyu smiled. "Okay, I didn''t mean to lock your capability. You can roam around and search for data. I just don''t want my daughter to be a copycat without any ingenuity."


    Athena nodded weakly. Unless necessary, she would never hack others. As for Ling Yunxiang''s case, she must enjoy her fullest ability, given a small opportunity to unleash herself.


    After teaching Athena, Ling Qingyu felt satisfied with her daughter''s behavior. Though she had no idea if the child would obey her arrangement, as long as Athena didn''t harm others without her knowledge, Ling Qingyu was grateful.


    She didn''t mind Athena''s argument because they were the simple truth andw of the jungle. But one must never forget about their morals and values and this was what Ling Qingyu hoped Athena learn from her.


    Arrived at the spot, Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue entered. Small pops echoed along the wall. The deafening roars seemed muted when they entered their ears.


    To the left was gun range training, separated by a ss wall. Ling Qingyu saw new faces among the guards who were training their firearms.


    As Ling Qingyu walked on, she saw some were holding pistols, a few heldrger caliber assault rifles, and others prone to the ground aligning their sniper rifle, shooting at a paper target at a distance.


    What is the maximum length of this shooting range? Ling Qingyu''s eyes had a hard time figuring out.


    "How long is the range?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "1.1 km." Xiao Yue answered.

 Chapter 204: Training facilities (2)

    Hiss, Ling Qingyu gasped. She never expected the range to extend to such length. She guessed the distance to be long based on the sniper rifle practice, but she seemed to underestimate the facility.


    "I never expected, the underground realm to have a room with this ridiculous dimension." Ling Qingyu said her doubt. "From what I''ve seen, it shouldn''t be thisrge."


    "You''re right. The room underneath the vi wasn''trge." Xiao Yue nodded. "I have the same reaction as you. Afterward, I discovered, Athena fixed and erged the roomter hearing our request with my own eyes."


    "How?"


    "ck technology. Even Athena couldn''t exin the mechanism behind but the entire underground structure was built and designed so that we can manipte the wall to our favor anytime."


    "This is possible!?" Ling Qingyu almost popped her eyes out of the socket. "This¡­It''s too ridiculous. Are you even sure, it''s due to technology?"


    Xiao Yue smiled and nodded at the dumbfounded Ling Qingyu. "Athena shows us the methods in theory how it should work and the technology has reached an immeasurable level; so, don''t doubt. She even promises as long as nano-technology is sessful, it isn''t impossible to replicate a simr structure despite retaining only 60 percent."


    "That''s still a lot." Ling Qingyu said.


    Both walked as Ling Qingyu''s eye shone with interest observing the girls training their firearm proficiency with ear protection on. Particrly, views from behind quenched her thirst somehow.


    Every time the guards made a stance, Ling Qingyu nearly whistled. After all, every girl exercised daily and their strengthened body structure exhibited maximum beauty.


    The curves, firmness, and plumpness reached nearly a perfect ratio. Ling Qingyu felt like wandering on the beauty pageant stage.


    Given free ess to the gym, where Tang Ziyi personally bought the equipment, the situation wasn''t unusual to enhance their physique and beauty.


    Perhaps, Xiao Yue traced the direction of Ling Qingyu''s eyes, she coughed. Ling Qingyu expressed dissatisfaction. She was merely enjoying the scenery and didn''tmit crimes.


    Knowing her inner monologues, Xiao Yue asked with a straight face. "Do you like other men ogling you for a long time?"


    Ling Qingyu shut up but she muttered: "But I''m a girl." She wasn''t nning to argue with Xiao Yue in this regard. "Can I also train like them?"


    "You can but Sister Tang advises against it." Xiao Yue said.


    "Why?" Ling Qingyu frowned.


    "She wants to train you personally. Maybe she sees some potential in you. Who knows?" Xiao Yue shrugged.


    Although Ling Qingyu was reluctant to give up manipting the firearms, she decided to follow Tang Ziyi''s guidance. The Valkyrie''s reminder might contain meanings which she had yet toprehend.


    And it wasn''t like Ling Qingyu was prohibited from touching the weapons. Xiao Yue felt relieved, seeing Ling Qingyu listen to her words.


    If she pressed hard, there was nothing Xiao Yue could do.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t have the slightest doubt in mind because she understood Tang Ziyi''s and Xiao Yue''s character.


    Although they might stumble over her, joke around, and pose a nuisance, Ling Qingyu knew for a fact, that they would never harm her.


    She could foresee, that if one day she was harmed, their vengeance shall be swift and deadly. The wrath of the two goddesses, Ling Qingyu smiled upon imagining the scenes.


    The team leader who was supervising the guards'' training noted their presence and quickly came forward.


    Ling Qingyu signaled her not to mind and continued observing. The team leaders followed behind silently, paying attention to the direction of her boss''s eyes.


    Ling Qingyu admired the guards'' posture and nearly drooled. Xiao Yue bit her lips nervously, in case Ling Qingyu ruined the image.


    Among the guards in training, she saw a group, struggling to manage the recoil of pistols. She stopped behind them and observed through the ss.


    Even from ayman''s perspective, she noticed this groupcked training. Wrong posture. Lacking foundation to the ground. Fearful of recoil.


    "Who''re these girls?" Ling Qingyu asked the team leader behind her.


    "The girls are different, not soldiers like us. They are the guards hired by the Shen family." The team leader understood what Ling Qingyu meant.


    Ling Qingyu raised her brows. "Sister Tang incorporates them into your unit."


    "Yes, President Ling."


    "Do you think they can keep up with you girls?" Ling Qingyu knew the team leader was the same batch as Su Ruomei and inquired whether they could ept these newbies.


    "I think with the number of rounds they fire daily, it''s very possible to reach our level within 3-4 weeks. But don''t worry, President Ling, we won''t allow them to be special police until they are qualified."


    "Then, I''m relieved." Ling Qingyu replied.


    In fact, her guards were alreadypetent and the usual circumstance didn''t demand firearm proficiency in a country with strict gunws.


    Nheless, it was the criminal who could vite thesews and bring damage to the public. It became unfair for the ordinary citizens.


    Ling Qingyu, in the past, also believed guns weren''t necessary for her guards, but the chaotic terrorist attacks pped her hard.


    Province N didn''t follow routine. Although in the past, she rarely heard gun crimes, it never suggested the gangs didn''t wield firearms.


    Should someone be extremely keen to murder her and have a hatred to an extent,pletely disregarding any government repercussion, Ling Qingyu would be in crisis, if she didn''t arm the guards.


    If she hadn''t connected with Yang Qingyue, she might have some scruples. Now, Yang Qingyue''s support cut some red tape.


    Ling Qingyu asked about the situation of training range and the team leader answered meticulously. Xiao Yue sometimes added some missing elements and broadened her knowledge.


    Ling Qingyu moved to another room, stepped on the stairs, and saw a few girls training on the left side underneath. She gazed at the close-quarter training cleanhouse and paused to watch them.


    This room had an adequate space, half the size of previous training facilities. The guards appeared more professional. Like an elite team, they honed their footsteps and method of entry.


    Afterward, the girls checked their rifles and loaded the magazines; Ling Qingyu raised her brows. Previously, they were practicing dried fire. Now, bullets woulde into y.


    Worried, she asked, "How''s the temporary wall setup? I don''t want fratricide during the training."


    "Please don''t worry, President Ling. The rounds we use have limited pration capability. Except for paper and stics, it can''t punch a hole through any objects, not even our skin." The team leader answered with a smile.


    President Ling showed her care for her subordinates'' well-being, the team leader felt gratified.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu had to care because she used to hear so many deaths in numerous military during training andbat exercises, particrly live-fire ones.


    Ling Qingyu gazed at Xiao Yue, who immediately exined. "The rounds we use are for practice purposes. You should look at their rifles, the barrels are painted blue. It was specially developed by Sister Tang and Athena. The gunpowders are real but the projectile is simr to a soft yet firm cushion material."


    Ling Qingyu nodded, satisfied with Tang Ziyi''s consideration. "Are you girls practicing daily? How many rounds per person?" She asked the team leader beside her.


    "Yes, we have a schedule for each group." The guard answered. "Apart from the collective morning exercise for the body, each group drills different training. As for how many bullets, I can''t tell for sure but I guess statistically, the number should reach 10,000 rounds per person. That''s a minimum."


    Ling Qingyu widened her eyes at the number. 10,000 didn''t seem a lot¡ªmore than 100 magazines but multiplying it with the number of guards, the cost became astronomical.


    Xiao Yue said. "That''s why it''s great luck we have Athena on our side. Such sheer costs which might have a huge toll on us financially and politically, don''t affect us."


    Ling Qingyu swallowed her words and agreed with Xiao Yue. Given time, she was certain her guards would reach Tier-One units'' capability soon.

 Chapter 205: Training facilities (3)

    The guard scratched her head. "I don''t know who''s Athena, but I must really thank her. Because her existence has allowed us to train to our limit and satisfaction. I''m sure the results will meet Instructor Tang''s expectations for the guards."


    Athena''s delighted giggles rang in the ears of Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue. Both chuckled before the guard''s iprehensible face.


    Ling Qingyu adored Athena''s arrogant behavior. Xiao Yue shook her head in eptance. Indeed, Athena''s presence was a force multiplies in the faction.


    There was no denial. Ling Qingyu reckoned based on the guard''s tone, it appeared even in the military, the special brigade didn''t have her privilege.


    Shooting 10,000 rounds daily per person took a huge toll even for a state apparatus. Or maybe politicians rather wanted these financial supports in their pockets than had a positive impact on the troops'' strength.


    Based on their corrupted nature, Ling Qingyu thought her guess was more likely.


    The scenes below continued no matter what she thought. The girls lined up in a file before entry and on the signal of a breacher, everyone flooded in.


    From above, she saw the agility and precision, the team disyed. A loud bang drew her eyes. It was a shbang. How many were used daily? Ling Qingyu didn''t ask because she needed not worry about the cost.


    Their methodical and aggressive approach never ceased to amaze Ling Qingyu. Clearing room after room until the team called it an end. Soon, some guards on stand-by changed the room arrangement again for a new outlook, fixing the destroyed doors, kicked down by the girls.


    Within 5 minutes, the girls drilled again. Their weapons snapped at the corners rapidly and fire burst from their barrels. It was a visual feast for Ling Qingyu.


    ¡­.


    Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue strode on the open field, where Xiao Yue said the obstacle course had been built.


    Seeing these difficult blocks, Ling Qingyu sweated for the girls. The drill was the test of endurance and strength.


    "Sister Tang focuses more on the firearm and martial arts training for now. The stamina exercise like this one should be once every week in the n before adjusting to twice or thriceter on." Xiao Yue introduced. "To quickly adapt to the work, Sister Tang might choose to prefer gun training first, especially as a specialized unit under Sister Yang."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. She had already seen some guards still having trouble wielding firearms in the range training. That didn''t attribute to their incapability.


    These guards already had talents in martial arts and hand-to-handbat. Their strength were already sufficient for conventional bodyguards'' business. But what Ling Qingyu desired was the elite, rivaling the renowned special forces.


    And for this particr purpose, Ling Qingyu was willing to spend time, energy, and money. No matter their background, Tang Ziyi''s training and the facility provided would produce elite guards.


    Apart from Su Ruomei''s batch, the others weren''t specialized in firearms and had to undergo training again before they became bat ready''.


    Ling Qingyu could guarantee after seeing firsthand, the guards would be proficient soon and there was no worry.


    Plus, she noticed everyone enjoyed the rare training and enriched close rtionships. She clicked her tongue, bbergasted at the strenuous routines the girls had to go through.


    Looking across the field, renovation was indeed quick enough. Ling Qingyu guessed every material had been printed out by Athena and moved here by the guards.


    Except for transforming the vi to an office style, where Tang Ziyi hired the men, Ling Qingyu felt self-sufficient.


    As her eyes gazed further, Ling Qingyu saw two girls in construction uniforms and a machine rumbling on its work¡ª a tall building which Ling Qingyu had no idea of its purpose.


    She cast a nce at Xiao Yue. "What''s going on there?"


    "That''s an autonomous brick and cementying machine. Athena''s product to construct any structure we want quickly." Xiao Yue said.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes showedplexities and her mouth turned wry. Personally witnessing the autonomous''s wonder, Ling Qingyu was stumped in her speech.


    She lost words, foreseeing future crises for the working ss. Xiao Yue noticed her gaffe and asked, bringing back Ling Qingyu''s focus.


    Ling Qingyu sighed and shook her head. As a capitalist now, she wouldn''t refuse to use these machines for benefits. There was no arguing.


    She drove away the societal crisis in her mind. "So, what''s the function of this building?"


    "Training the girls to climb, rappel, and fast-rope. Stair CQB is included, Tang Ziyi says." Xiao Yue said. "I have no idea what they meant though but it''s awesome."


    Ling Qingyu also didn''t know but she got the idea. The heroic descent seen in the action movies and awesome organized timely rescue scenes appeared in her mind.


    After roaming around till Ling Qingyu was satisfied, both went back to the manor. The only regret for Ling Qingyu was not wielding guns today.


    Xiao Yue separated ways saying she had tasks to facilitate Tang Ziyi''s work and Ling Qingyu was alone again.


    She quickly raced back to her room to ess herptop. Since meeting with Ling Yunxiang, the strangeness was gnawing her brain.


    When Ling Yunxiang asked in a stupor what novel Romeo and Juliet was, Ling Qingyu had a Deja Vu. She wanted to confirm her guess and had no time until now.


    Typing on the searchbar for the literature, Ling Qingyu''s heart pumped hard. On the search results, she really found none.


    She tried other famous works¡ªsome she saw, some she did not. It was too irregr, no pattern.


    Then, she decided to look for entertainment such as movies and music, given the current timeline and the results were astounding.


    It was the same as the literature. Ling Qingyu could seek more wealth from the unreleased famous works in her past life. Her face grinned until it turned dark.


    The problem was she never spent her time on those works in her past life. She always struggled every day, without an ounce of time to enjoy these works.


    Thinking of the dors which fled away, Ling Qingyu mmed the desk with her forearms. Opportunity for a quick riseid before her yet she couldn''t grasp one.


    Ling Qingyu cursed at her past, who didn''t delve into these aspects. These were easy money. It wasn''t a problem to be a shining protagonist to stand on top of the world.


    After a while, Ling Qingyu shook away the unrealistic dream. She should be satisfied with the status quo. Her reputation and wealth weren''t something an artist or entertainment career could reach.


    Sheforted herself that her starting point was actually someone''s else highest staircase. Although she missed those chances to make money, she earned a lot more from other areas.


    But the queer fact that the famous works went missing shed some light of this world. Ling Qingyu figured there might be other transmigrators who woulde and exploit the missing elements soon.


    Of course, it also couldn''t happen but her guess was based on the webnovel she read. When she asked Miss System about her doubts, she received a nomittal answer.


    Her hand moved the mouse and closed the searchtabs. Whenever her eyesnded on the information, a regretful mood appeared.


    Ling Qingyu clicked on her email and decided to sink into the workload. At least, her promising business n soothed her mind.

 Chapter 206: Press Conference

    The next day. 9 am.


    Yang Qingyue''s Police Station City N.


    Apuse deafened across the hall and bright shes and joyful murmurs described themotion.


    Ling Qingyu epted the camera shes and smiled. She had just given a speech at Yang Qingyue''s press conference, announcing herself as the donor.


    Yang Qingyue had mentioned the money amount and the equipment she had donated before her.


    Many officers at the scene pped enthusiastically. Their faces full of hope for the future. The cloudy atmosphere of being suppressed by the officials'' arena dissipated and they regained confidence.


    Ling Qingyu spoke about justice and her full support to the officers who acted righteously in the line of duty.


    The news reporters immediately knowing it was their turn, rose from their seats and raced to interview Ling Qingyu.


    Her smile didn''t disappear as she patiently requested them to pay attention to the order. Only after reminding them several times and threatening them if themotion didn''t stop, she wouldn''t say a word, the noise quiet down.


    As known in the business circle, Ling Qingyu''s reputation was very high, particrly in Province N, for bringing wealth. She rarely epted interviews from the media. These reporters were anxious to have something to write about her given the opportunity


    Ling Qingyu leaned on the wooden podium and coughed into the microphone. Today, she wore formal attire, a white inner shirt and ck shirt above, a ck floral long skirt underneath, a fork on the side reaching her knees, and a pair of white high heels.


    Sexy, elegance and confidence aligned with her aura. Ling Qingyu opened her mouth. "Now, please the first reporter on the farthest left side."


    "President Ling, from your donation, what do you expect from the officers?"


    "I want them to continue their job and prove to the public their worth. Next please."


    Another male reporter beside the previous one asked. "President Ling, you must be the leader among riches to donate such a colossal amount. Can you say why you donated to this station?"


    "First, I dare not say I''m the leader among our peers. There are many who do good deeds anonymously, including me, most of the time. As for your second question, after I''ve seen hard and dangerous work, a few days ago, I hope the officers will be fully equipped during their job and show them, that there are many people alike, who are supporting you."


    "President Ling, are there any new clothing designs to meet the customers'' expectations?"


    "Hmm, please ask only the rted question but for you, I''ll say yes. Next."


    "President Ling¡­"


    "¡­"


    Yang Qingyue came up and took away the pressure, while dealing with the reporters calmly. Ling Qingyu went behind the stage and wiped the sweats.


    She felt too concerned about her appearance and attracted bad mouths so much so that her stiff body became tired and stretched. She pressed her cheeks to relieve the stiffness from smiling straight for several minutes.


    She inwardly apuded at the politician''s strength to maintain the smile for hours. She couldn''t bear to imagine herself in the position.


    Ling Qingyu knocked her calves and arms, then massaged her shoulder and neck muscles. Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu chuckled at her behavior, receiving Ling Qingyu''s re.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue stayed in the manor to elerate the renovation progress. Ling Qingyu didn''t mind since she had ample protection.


    Plus, the press conference was held in the police station and no sane person would decide an attack. To be on a safer spectrum, Ling Qingyu''s guards fully armed from head to toe, remained hidden in the vehicles, ready for any dangers at any moment.


    Quick reaction force was even prepared should things go south in the manor. Ling Qingyuined at her guards'' meticulousness but she felt warmth in her heart.


    The news should spread very fast after the press conference had finished. The Weibo posts were flooded with Ling Qingyu''s headlines and Yang Qingyue''s police station.


    Both names were highly sought by the public across the country. Yang Qingyue was in heat because of the chaotic arrests, leading to gunfights. Her every movement attracted both supporters and opposition from the entire country.


    The gangs battle even rmed the central government while many onlookers watched with relish, looking forward to which officials would be pressed charges or dismissed.


    This was the general public idea. But the high-level thought differently. Why did Ling Qingyu support Yang Qingyue, who was in an unstable position, and make enemies with the official in power like the policemissioner?


    For a businesswoman, reknown for her ruthlessness, Ling Qingyu''s move didn''t make sense. Every businessperson sought the middle ground and avoided offending others.


    They could see, Ling Qingyu directly expressed her dislike of Yang Qingyue''s enemies. Or were the two already in a close rtionship? Then, the current situation made sense.


    As for kindness toward the officers, they had strong disbelief. Every businessperson and politician spoke the same, in contrast to what they really had in mind.


    However, it was possible to increase the reputation of Ling Qingyu''spany by attracting the current public heat from Yang Qingyue. A free advertisement to increase the sales.


    While discussion and analysis by ''experts'' broke out on Weibo, Ling Qingyu followed Yang Qingyue''s lead to begin the ceremony of cutting ribbons.


    Afterward, both took photos, shaking hands, in front of the vehicles, Ling Qingyu donated, for the news media.


    If not for attracting the attention of the camera, Ling Qingyu wanted to make more moves. But she was satisfied, grasping Yang Qingyue''s soft and slender hand.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t forget to rub the silk skin with her thumb, smirking inwardly and blooming with happiness. Yang Qingyue warned Ling Qingyu with her eyes while she remained smiling.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu pretended not to notice and exploit more. By now, Yang Qingyue would be a fool if she didn''t realize what Ling Qingyu was up to.


    Her suspicion became true but she was surprised she had no resistance toward Ling Qingyu''s action. Sometimes, she even doubted her orientation. She shouldn''t be Lily, right?


    She had a boyfriend before in the police academy and got separated. Apart from holding hands, nothing more happened. Perhaps, this might be the reason for separation because she couldn''t push herself to satisfy her boyfriend, or was she bent a long time ago?


    Now, Yang Qingyue''s push against Ling Qingyu was falling as time passed. She wondered if she was a Bi. Thinking deeper about her personality, Yang Qingyue shuddered.


    As for Ling Qingyu''s character, Yang Qingyue guessed she was originally ace because she never heard about her past rtionships with men.


    Since a thin paper between the two hadn''t broken, Yang Qingyue decided to feign ignorance and see where the journey would go.


    She pursed her lips andughed silently at Ling Qingyu''s ignorance. Did she think she couldn''t see through Ling Qingyu''s pretense?


    Should Ling Qingyu hear Yang Qingyue''s inner monologue, her expression would crack. Ling Qingyu, who was confident in her approach, already blew up her hidden idea.


    Although she was in fact giving hints subtly, she would never expect it to be this fast.


    If Ling Qingyu knew about her past boyfriend, Yang Qingyue might give birth to a domineering president, whose tyrant wrath would tremble many.


    Fortunately, Ling Qingyu knew nothing and lived in vanity, happy in her world.

 Chapter 207 : Discussion online

    While the two had different thoughts, Yang Qingyue and Ling Qingyu poised liveliness and showed their best image for the camera, news erupted across Weibo.


    Although the donation to the police reached headlines with many views, it couldn''t create an ignition of interest.


    Ordinary public didn''t know what it meant for Ling Qingyu to donate apart from enhancing the police force. Besides, except for those who lived in City N, they reckoned it would affect them the least.


    But the higher-ups and those rted understood the severity of the situation. Ling Qingyu''s support for Yang Qingyue announced troubles for her enemies.


    It was like attaching a fierce tiger with wings. Anyone against her better watched out for future liquidation. Although the central government team had arrived and taken action, for the escapees, it rang rm bells.


    Yang Qingyue''s promise of a safer city had be a reality. She would crush those organized gangs and eliminate any threats to the public.


    For the officials and politicians who sought interest over righteousness, their hands became tighter, wary of attracting Yang Qingyue''s eyes.


    They couldn''t hurt Yang Qingyue after her reputation rose to the peak and received backing from the capital. As for Ling Qingyu, everyone waited for the early birds.


    Ling Qingyu''s ruthlessness and talents were very well-known. They were certain for Ling Qingyu to publicly sided with Yang Qingyue proved she was prepared.


    Nobody wanted to suffer under her hand, though they still looked down on her achievements and foundations. Yet, who hadn''t begun their journey from nothing? Perhaps, many forgot this simple truth.


    The reason for heated fierce discussions in Weibo began after another announcement released by the public hospital in Province N.


    Last night, Ling Qingyu decided to overwhelm thework after careful consideration. Since her desire was to raise the status and public awareness of herpany, Ling Qingyu donated a huge sum to the hospital.


    She called Mo Yunxi and informed her decision to donate 1 billion yuan. The money was for the patients who suffered paying bills due to a difficult life or faced some troubles organizing the money.


    Her request simply was to let the hospital''s official ount announce on Weibo this time,pared to remaining anonymous in a prior one.


    Mo Yunxi reacted strongly that it was unnecessary but expressed gratitude. Ling Qingyu cated the young doctor by mentioning the benefits she gained.


    Still, she didn''t leave a negative impression on the doctor after fully knowing, it was business style. Mo Yunxi supported her behavior¡ªa charity, no matter with hidden goals or not, must be apuded¡ªand informed her that she would talk with the dean afterward.


    In any case, the poor and suffering should obtain the best treatment with the funds Ling Qingyu gifted.


    As for offending the powerful, Ling Qingyu had no fears. Weighing the costs and benefits, Ling Qingyu foresaw raising the status of Spirit Beauty & Clothing Co.Ltd, could raise her own reputation to a new height.


    Most businesspeople tended to tread carefully and search for any warning signs from the officials. They wanted no trouble with these powerful ones, meddling in their business and costing wealth.


    For example, a repetitive tax check could ruin the running business. In case, they found a legitimate reason or made one up after a thorough investigation, a civilian forfeiture was another option.


    However, Ling Qingyu predicted such methods couldn''t ur. Even if they desired to, would they dare?


    Until Yang Qingyue''s momentum quiet down, these powerful ones must tuck their tails between the legs. Ling Qingyu gained a period of peace where she could take advantage by resting near Yang Qingyue''s shade.


    Even without Yang Qingyue''s presence, Ling Qingyu had the confidence to deal with the mess they generated. Athena''s existence and her wealth weren''t for anything.


    If not herwork connection still feeble and weak, she would''ve run for the presidential election. Of course, she didn''t want to take this job; she was merely drawing aparison.


    ording to the n, after seeing Yang Qingyue''s police station official ount posted the event, the hospital followed suit, apuding Ling Qingyu''s humanitarian character.


    The news detonated the public, noticing Ling Qingyu donated twice, especially 1 billion yuan without any reluctance.


    If they discovered Ling Qingyu''s true wallet, everyone would curse at her capitalist behavior. The amount she donated didn''t even suffice one percent of her total wealth.


    The post described the current hospital''s service and the aid it could provide based on the donation, advising the facilities for the patients.


    After Ling Qingyu''s first donation, the hospital already bought new modernized medical equipment to facilitate treatments.


    Viewers who scanned the post would see the donated amount and her name¡ªLing Qingyu, chairwoman, president and founder of Spirit Beauty & Clothing Co.Ltd.


    It was an advertisement, causing viewers to know and be familiar with herpany. Anyone interested would research more.


    In terms of ethics and morality ranking, Ling Qingyu went up thedder among those in the business circle.


    Ling Qingyu estimated soon herpany''s sales should increase dramatically, spreading the brand name across the public. The retention rate remained a mystery, depending on the product''s quality and workers'' services.


    The discussion ceased to stop and the rising trend was estimated not to slow down till sleeping hours.


    [Being rich is awesome. Just raising hands a billion yuan is gone. Why is the difference sorge?]


    [More than a billion yuan already tell us, that the boss of thepany is a conscientious and kind person.]


    [Pffft¡­Upstairs, you don''t know Ling Qingyu, right? Ask anyone about her character¡ª a strong and zealous leader known for ruthless methods against the enemy. Once her enemy you better pray her concentration is drawn away by others.]


    [It won''t be that serious. I mean we all act the same against the enemy. Who knows when they''ll bite back because of our mercy? I see nothing wrong with her character.]


    [You guys only focus on those issues, while I look at her face. OMG! That alluring face along with her gorgeous figure, I feel like I''ll never have a girlfriend.]


    [Please, by your words, I know you''re a single dog.]


    [There is a branchpany near my location. President Ling''s money goes toward charity, I should also go and support it. I bet the quality should be guaranteed with her character.]


    [+1]


    [Are we looking at the wrong topics? Shouldn''t anyone focus their attention on the donation? It''s good news for the poor and struggling families to tend the medical treatments.]


    [Don''t know about others, I''ve read that medical treatment is the biggest burden for a family. I''m sure with the veritable woman''s donation, many families should ease their worries and troubles.]


    [I agree. People can work for an ie, enough for daily basis and needs. They can spend a little more on children''s education and future saving. But once severe disease appears, it sounded like a disaster for a normal family. My hands reddened from pping hard at the boss''s deeds. Of course, because it''s a female President, I support her more.]


    [You''re gender discriminatory.]


    [No, I look at the face more. Even if it''s a man, I''m willing to be bent.]


    [Eww. Stay away brother.]


    [I''m verifying the news and waiting whether the hospital treatment would be sincere. I have met cases where they spent the donor''s fund outrageously for themselves.]


    [Don''t worry, since the hospital announces the exact amount and tells everyone''s eligibility to monitor the flow of the funds, this is genuine.]


    [Above, if it''s true, I''m even thinking of moving my entire family to City N for these benefits.]


    [Patient. Woah! Don''t you know City N is in Province N? The most dangerous province! There''s just be arge shootout between the cops and the gangs.]


    [Doesn''t matter, I''m sure the police there are working hard, and in case everyone still doesn''t know, President Ling also donated funding, vehicles and equipment to the City N police station.]


    [I''m moving. Anyone?]


    [Me too.]


    [+1]


    There were simr discussions throughout the inte. Many even nned to move residence. In theing future, an increase in the flow of residents would bring smiles to the city mayor''s face.


    Some who were currently struggling with finances to treat their loved ones, saw hope. Some even shed tears, praying goodwill for Ling Qingyu. What Ling Qingyu did impacted people''s hearts.


    Theizens enthusiastically discussed under those posts and some retreeted. Ling Qingyu already achieved sess in her goals.


    Of course, like always, dissidents appeared but were quickly washed away by manyizens.


    Arguments like Ling Qingyu''s aim was to raise her reputation and donation wasn''t very truthful, seemed to pop up between thements.


    Netizens were angry at these keyboard warriors who never spoke and spread positivity for anyone doing good deeds.


    What if Ling Qingyu had agendas inside her sleeves? What if Ling Qingyu wasn''t bodhisattva as many entitled her?


    How many among the riches had they seen straightaway giving one billion yuan to ordinary families? Although a few were found, they were already high-ranking people, achieving wealth ranking top 10 in the whole world.


    Yet, despite Ling Qingyu''s mediocre assets when shepared with those people, she still partitioned her ie for the greater good.


    Free medical aid or partial one mmed hopes back into despairing families. Who knew how many shed tears of gratitude for Ling Qingyu''s act, which she might not have expected?


    Ling Qingyu became a shining beacon of hope, many people praised and this wouldn''t be thest. Who knew her current action would solve the biggest obstacles in her future path?


    Sometimes, life is full of wonder.

 Chapter 208 : Little Red Riding hood

    In contrast to heated discussions on the inte, the atmosphere at the police station remained calm. After a sessful press conference, the reporters continued interviewing the other officers and leftter.


    Each media satisfied with their gain. Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue were on one of the tables, drinking fresh juice for the guests.


    Cai Ning was seen conversing with Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu happily. As for the topic, Ling Qingyu had no idea but based on the expression she guessed they were talking about their past events.


    Ling Qingyu brought Yang Qingyue to a corner far away from others and asked about the political turmoil. "Sister Yang, is there any news from the capital in your favor?"


    "They got here yesterday evening and investigated on their own for a consensus from the public." Yang Qingyue said. "But we know, even that is unreliable in Province N."


    Ling Qingyu frowned. "Doesn''t that supposed to mean the start is already against you?"


    Yang Qingyueughed and took a sip from her cup. "It ain''t what you think. Of course, they already research what''s going on here and they have expected those scenarios." She said. "Don''t worry, what you deliver me contains strong evidence to wash away those filths within our force and beyond."


    "It seems many are frightened about you. Don''t they try to sway your judgment?" Ling Qingyu chuckled. "At least, one of them to talk you out of the decision?"


    Yang Qingyue shook her head with a smile. "No one dares to show up. I guess they''re worried, appearing in front of me will make me remember their faces more. After all, I pursue justice above all else, except for the time when I took over as chief."


    "d you know, you''re not perfectly clean yourself." Ling Qingyu grinned. "At least, you''re better than me. As long as I achieve my goals, I''ll use any means necessary. And you know that."


    "That''s why I''m trying to stop you from losing control. I''ve seen many with my eyes who lost their real goals as they sank deeper into the abyss." Yang Qingyue said. "They give me the same excuse as yours, provided they didn''t break morals and values. But how long can one uphold the values? When you stare at the abyss, it will return the stare."


    "You can''t say everyone will fall into the same categories. What about the politician? Don''t they live happy and well, without worries, for the action they hadmitted which brought disaster to some families?" Ling Qingyu argued. "At the end of the day, it''s a matter of strength. Look at the dictators in other countries, especially Country R and those in Continent E."


    Yang Qingyue sneered. "They won''tst long. The reason why every country moved away from an authoritarian style was to have a smoother transition without bloodshed." Yang Qingyue said. "Byparison as the years grow, I guess, the dictators would only lose their blood and destroy their countries from developing further. And look at the histories, of how many percentage of dictators lived well?"


    Ling Qingyu agreed. Comparing the vast numbers of dictators, very few lived to their natural old age but still with worries. "So, you really don''t think those countries won''tst long?" She asked.


    Yang Qingyue thought for a while. "Nope, I really cannot see the possibility except everything going downhill. As for Country R, it''s the same apart fromsting longer than others due to its strong foundation. I''m talking about a century in this context." She said.


    "Won''t the World Government and other democratic countries take action?" Ling Qingyuwas puzzled at the inabilities of the countries worldwide.


    At the minimum, in her past life, there would be sanctions or blockades to cut off these perpetrators from seeking more wealth. However, these measures led them to suck more blood from their citizens and a vicious cycle urred.


    Yang Qingyue snickered at her remarks. "You should know the rivalries between the World Government and strong nations including ours."


    Ling Qingyu nodded, taking a sip. Yang Qingyue continued: "World Government is willing to take action but others protested citing, it''s internal affairs. Most strong nations see the World Government as more of a threat than dictators and don''t want its reputation to soar again likest time. So, the current situation reaches a bnce."


    "I understand the reasons of the stronger nations but dictatorship is like a gue, waiting to spread soon. Solving it in the cradle might be the best andst opportunity we have before it''s toote." Ling Qingyu said.


    "There''s a nuclear state like Country R behind; it''s not that simple. Of course, if the World Government firmly seeks to destroy dictatorship, we''ll have a different scenario but the cost outweighs the gain." Yang Qingyue replied. "It''s too far away from people like us for now. Let''s first care about our city''s security and prosperity."


    "Security and prosperity." Ling Qingyu nked her ss with Yang Qingyue''s and drank all of it. Although both were drinking juice, each expressed an agreement subtly like on a wine table.


    "Talk to me about the actions of the entourage from the capital." Ling Qingyu asked.


    "What else can it be? Multiple heads are rolling down. Many district chiefs and deputies, showing signs of support for or rtion with the gangs will be discharged if no serious crimes are found at the minimum. But I figure most will be thrown into jails." Yang Qingyue said with a smile. "Many officers within our stations have been cleansed. These low-level officers are definitely screwed.


    But what I want is to pull these uncleanmissioners and supervisors down and face justice."


    Yang Qingyue mmed the desk lightly. Her breathing rate heightened, properly angry at the unsatisfactory event. Her desire to destroy a certain faction in the police force was very strong.


    "So, what happened then?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    Yang Qingyue sighed. "The capital doesn''t like a power vacuum to exist among thew enforcement. Should we remove too many of the higher authorities, Province N will be in chaos or so they say. Ha!" She sneered. "I''ll be a fool to believe this utter nonsense. Don''t I know themissioners here have some connections with the capital?


    As for the power vacuum, there exist many talents across our nation; anyone with ability can strive for sess."


    Ling Qingyu added, understanding the situation. "But no one likes toe here and solve this mess. Province N is dangerous and can ruin their career easily. Any mishaps, which are highly likely by the way, will stain their CV."


    "Exactly." Yang Qingyue eximed angrily. "Now, even my family is also pressuring me to stop chasing those corrupted ones in themissioners and supervisors rank, fearing suppression from all sides in the capital. Fortunately, those against me obviously are going down."


    "If you want evidence, I can give you one and provide other bits of help." Ling Qingyu suggested.


    "No need. Even if I have one, the situation is almost over." Yang Qingyue said, depressed.


    "So, that''s it. That''s the end?" Ling Qingyu was puzzled at the results, though unexpected, it was the best oue.


    "Only pawns are removed from the table. Small fish should be cleaned. For the big fish, the battle has just begun." Yang Qingyue said. "Of course, in order to dissuade my pursuit and prevent me from going through public opinion pressure or should I say flip the table, they promised to promote me tomissioner rank a few monthster after the attention dies down."


    "That''s good news. Congrattions Commissioner Yang." Ling Qingyu said with a smile.


    "Call meter when I change my uniform." Yang Qingyue showed a disgusted face at Ling Qingyu''s ttery. "Don''t you see I''m almost on the verge of eruption? My hands are tied."


    "In fact, I think the current situation is much better." Ling Qingyu thought otherwise. "You''re already Supervisor 1st rank. Themissioner is sooner orter. With the above promise, I''m sure your authority has now been erged. What you cannot do before is now very easy for you. I see your hands are more free."


    Listening to Ling Qingyu''s judgment, Yang Qingyue felt somefort. It was merely a temporary setback. Ling Qingyu was right.


    Her power now allowed her to pursue her desires. Even though she released some bad guys for now, what she gained was immeasurable.


    Ling Qingyu curled her lips. "And who says we''re releasing them? They''ll always be under our watch unless they transfer to other provinces. You have me as your backing. It''s a matter of time before we put them back into the rightful ce."


    "Right. At least, it''s better to hear this way. We''re torturing these officials in the meantime beforeunching a thunder operation." Yang Qingyue affirmed Ling Qingyu''s words and gave a suspicious nce. "I just hope, our cooperation didn''t make me think of escaping wolf''s den and entering the tiger''s den."


    Ling Qingyu cracked her smile. "I''ll take it as apliment. Thankfully, I''m a tigress more respectful than viinous wolf mistress in your eyes."


    "I''ll say unscrupulous tigress with wolfish ambition." Yang Qingyue joked and bothughedter, while she muttered silently, and I might be a little red riding hood.

 Chapter 209: Rat King

    "Come on. Stop delivering me hurtful blows with your suspicious eyes." Ling Qingyu snorted. "Cooperating with me is much better than creating a rat king."


    "Rat king?" Yang Qingyue was stunned. She had no idea what Ling Qingyu was up to.


    "You''ve never heard of a rat king."


    "I know what rat is but what the heck is rat king? Is it like the leader of the rats?"


    "Quite close. But not what you think." Ling Qingyu thought carefully about the exnation. "The story began¡ª"


    Two rats were put together in a cage without giving them food and little water, starving them for days until the two led to cannibalism.


    They fought each other till death. One of them would be victorious and eat the other as a prize.


    Another round of cage fights urred again, the victorious one with the new mouse. In the meantime, several other cages adopted the same situation.


    After several rounds of elimination, the final victorious rats from different cages were put together and the ughter began.


    The one who stood tall and mighty became the rat king. Afterward, as a victor, the rat king earned its freedom and was released to an area full of other rats.


    The current rat king, already trained to be aggressive and ruthless, regarded them as food and drove them away without requiring any human effort.


    Its instinctive survival mechanism was artificially created so that only by fighting and eating other rats, could it survive.


    "That''s how rat king is created." Ling Qingyu opened her palms and shrugged. "Nothing new and nothing crazy, it''s damn effective and that''s the point."


    "Nothing crazy!? I only have disgust in my mind. You''re training it to be a cannibal to your advantage." Yang Qingyue had an unbearable expression. "Eww, I feel like my favorite juice has be lethargic. It''s all your fault."


    "What do you mean my faults?" Ling Qingyu was dumbfounded. "Okay, I''m the most innocent here."


    "Then, why the heck do you mention it on the table? If I said, it''s yours, then it''s yours." Yang Qingyue refused to give an inch.


    Ling Qingyu eyed Yang Qingyue''s stomach, whether the police chief had a period today. Else, why would Yang Qingyue me her for nonsense?


    "Alright, it''s my bad, Sister Yang. My bad." Ling Qingyu decided to surrender, as long as someone was happy.


    And nothing was wrong with admitting mistakes before a woman, even if Ling Qingyu had the same gender.


    Jokes aside, Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes. "Now, I don''t get how your story is rted to our topic?"


    "Of course, dear¡ªahem¡­I mean Sister Yang." Ling Qingyu immediately remedied her words, peeking quickly at Yang Qingyue and found her stoic.


    Phew, fortunately, she didn''t expose her inner thoughts. After all, girls did refer to each other as ''dear'' sometimes. Everything''s under her control.


    Yang Qingyue wasughing out loud inwardly. It was really hard to freeze her expression at Ling Qingyu''s gaffe. But her eyes still showed hunger for Ling Qingyu''s exnation.


    Ling Qingyu: "We have many gangs and exterminating must go through huge troubles. Pick one as a rat king and let them fight each other. If they don''t fight, make them fight. As long as you grasp the direction of the shes and hold their lifeline and greed firmly, the final victor will be theyout master."


    Yang Qingyue: "It sounds like a better method and more efficient than mine. Let''s say you understand the gang more thoroughly, which one will you pick?"


    Ling Qingyue: "Vermillion is a good choice."


    "Is it because the gang is led by a woman?" Yang Qingyue teased.


    "No! Believe me, it''s not. Don''t underestimate female leaders. Sometimes, they''re more scheming and frightening than men." Ling Qingyu rebutted.


    "Then, why? You chose the weakest among the four." Yang Qingyue said.


    "It''s the weakest, we can exploit. Arming them, creating a rivalry between the gangs, and making Vermillion, leader of the underground forces." Ling Qingyu stated.


    "The reasons are: they are weak and more controble; their habits didn''t damage the public too much though they are some pests among them; and the leader is the sanest person among the gang leaders, seeking for a way of life to be a clean organization."


    Yang Qingyue nodded. "I see your points. But what if they be uncontroble?"


    "Then find another rat and bring the king down. You have their lifeline and energy to deal with them. They don''t dare to seek freedom out of your hands." Ling Qingyu gulped and finished her drink.


    Yang Qingyue coughed, knocking her chest with a fist, and cleared her throat. "Ahem¡­You''re really nasty and ruthless. Now I know why people who understand your character fear you. Even my heart palpitates, sitting near you."


    Ling Qingyu almost choked hearing Yang Qingyue''s remarks. Was she so scary? She thought her method wasn''t sinister.


    "You must believe my character. I''ve shown you by providing support." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Just a few dozen vehicles and you say, it''s support." Yang Qingyue replied.


    "And my guards too." Ling Qingyu added. "How could you describe the donation as mediocre? This is our first cooperation and there''ll be many more. It''s also because I knew you would never like raising a rat king that I help you this way."


    "I know." Yang Qingyue smiled. "And I''m very grateful for helping me and thankful you don''t choose the evil method."


    Ling Qingyu went speechless. In her opinion, good and evil stayed in a grey area. What was good for others might be evil for some and vice versa. There was no absolute line. For idealists like Yang Qingyue, it was better to talk less.


    What Ling Qingyu didn''t say was Yang Qingyue might choose the rat option in the original destiny, making an alliance with Lin Fan. Usually, male protagonist had control over some forces in the underground.


    The only conclusion was Yang Qingyue''s inability to kill the rat king and instead had to raise it to a new level willingly. That was simply Ling Qingyu''s guess. It didn''t have to be the truth.


    "Any n for tomorrow''s auction?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Yes, Shen family''s invitation means many big shots areing."


    "I think the district chief is going to be busy."


    "No, he ain''t. It''s me who''s gonna be busy. Since the district is under my prefecture jurisdiction, I''ll have to take care of the security work." Yang Qingyue pressed her palm against the forehead. "That''s another worry for me. What if these gangs trouble me at this moment despite a very low chance of the urrence."


    "I don''t think they would. That''s like poking a ho''s nest. But, being prepared is the best indeed." Ling Qingyu said with a nod. "Don''t worry, my guards are d to help you sort out the perimeter security."


    Yang Qingyue raised her brows. "That''s much better. Everyone in full kit?"


    "Yes, full kit." Ling Qingyu replied. "The rest of the protocols should bepleted by your subordinates. My guards are just there for an extrayer of protection and deterrence because no one among them understood detailed police work "


    "Leave that to my men." Yang Qingyue agreed. "In fact, your guards are already getting famous among my subordinates since the day of rescue. They are even giving legendary names."


    "Speaking of, how about the officers that visited me? Do they realize something?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "I guess so. Anyone, using at least their brain, is aware of what''s going on but they keep it tight. I don''t hear anything." Yang Qingyue paused and replied.


    "They better be, because once the secret is known, nothing good wille out of this." Ling Qingyu sighed.


    "Hey, it doesn''t reach the worst level. I reckon they thought your guards are part of my hidden units." Yang Qingyue said. "Remaining mysterious is the key here."


    Ling Qingyu decided not to think more. She knew Yang Qingyue would control the situation and her fear shouldn''t happen.

 Chapter 210: Take her sister to the auction

    While Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue spoke continuously, Cai Ning, Su Ruomei, and Jiang Yu came in.


    Everyone talked about theing auction and the security details, police must work on. Ling Qingyu admitted her guards were also part of the help.


    The group discussed and created a framework quickly. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning were satisfied with suggestions from Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu.


    Time passed so long. Lunchtime was approaching. Ling Qingyu said goodbye to see each other again at the auction.


    Her motorcades left the police station and were quickly spotted by some investigators from several parties, who quickly pursued but were thrown away by her guards'' tactics.


    On the way, firecrackers and huge apuse blew inside her mind, almost scaring her to press the brake suddenly. Ling Qingyu knew it was Miss System''s handiwork.


    [Congrattions on gaining faith and merit values from the people. Please continue your good work.]


    Ling Qingyu gasped while driving. She nearly forgot about the mission released by Miss System. In fact, it was momentarily forgotten when she interacted with others.


    ''Great, I''m sure more merits will flood in,'' Ling Qingyu said. ''Having money really solves everything.''


    Ling Qingyu was certain, the amount would grow in the future as her activity created sessive resultster on.


    ''It''s just my poor chance of lottery gone for six months.'' Ling Qingyumented.


    The convoy returned to the manor and as soon as Ling Qingyu got out, she was greeted enthusiastically by her elders and sister.


    Ling Qingyu forgot¡ªshe didn''t even inform her close rtives about the donations. Perhaps, now that the news had spread, they were likely to ask more about the details.


    Amorette reached out first and hugged her. "Yu''er, I''m so proud of you."


    Ling Qingyu was stunned and realized her family didn''t know too much of her real wealth. "It''s my mother and Aunt Denise, who raised me well."


    Everyone had smiles and pride in their expression; Ling Qingyu''s good deeds made them proud.


    Giving away one billion yuan wasn''t easy for anyone, including the rich and Ling Qingyu did it.


    Returning the hug and epting the praise, Ling Qingyu smiled and went to the dining hall for lunch.


    Ling Yunxiang and Lin Xiao must be the only two, who weren''t much surprised at her spending, because they had an estimate of Ling Qingyu''s wealth.


    Even then, they didn''t know they underestimated the value.


    Ling Qingyu looked at Ling Yunxiang, happily mingling with the elders and shook her head, amused. Her sister''s social abilities should be better than her.


    On the dining table, chatters continued as they ate lunch. Sour pork rib and vegetable curry were the main dishes with seaweed soup.


    After a while, Zhao Xiurong also came to the table and joined the group. As usual, the elders reminded Ling Qingyu not to be arrogant.


    Fortunately, they weren''t Asian, whose reminders always sounded like abuse. Ling Qingyu happily epted their advice.


    Leaving the elders alone, who continued their discussion, Ling Qingyu left the table, followed by her sister. Secretary Zhao only stayed beside her for a moment, showing thepany status and the employees'' condition, then returned to her room to continue the work.


    Today seemed like a busy day, since she must attend the meeting, in order to adapt to the changes brought by her movement this morning, and requested each department''s participation.


    She had asked about the whereabouts of Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue; Lin Xiao told her that they were staying in the vi, undergoing renovation process.


    Before entering her room, Ling Qingyu stared at her sister. "What''s the matter with you, chasing me around?"


    "I''m bored and have nothing to do." Ling Yunxiang said. "At least, staying beside you, I can see new and ingenious stuff."


    Ling Qingyu''s lip showed disdain. "Ingenious? Are you sure you can remain silent and watch me work?"


    Didn''t she know clearly about Ling Yunxiang''s character? Being able to concentrate more than 10 seconds on something should be congratted.


    Ling Yunxiang would be more likely a disturbance to her. She couldn''t let her sister mess around, especially when she focused on her work.


    "I promise not to move an inch." Ling Yunxiang said with a pout.


    Ling Qingyu might not have minded an extra existence before but after she heard her sister''s promise, she was more worried.


    "Didn''t you have a swim and y in the gym in the morning?" Ling Qingyu asked. "You have made friends with many sisters; why are you bothering me?"


    "Ah, that''s different. You''re my elder sister and I want more attention from you." Ling Yunxiang replied. "And remember you are the one who calls me here. You must be responsible to the end."


    Ling Qingyu''s face darkened. "Alright. Stay quiet while I work. You can talkter after I finish everything." Ling Qingyu resigned and twisted the doorknob of her room and went in.


    Without further ado, she switched on herptop and entered the meeting room. Her subordinates were already present, waiting for her entry. "Good to see, all of you''re here. Let''s begin the meeting."


    Ling Qingyu sat down and listened. Nothing unusual apart from an increase in sales and retention rate from customers owing to her charitable activity.


    Her deeds also had a positive impact on the employees, raising confidence and unity. Since Ling Qingyu delivered a huge wealth without hesitation, it meant thepany still retained many surplus.


    The eventpletely rebutted the contrasting pessimistic rumors of thepany going downhill. Ling Qingyu heard of them but didn''t bother. She guessed they were released by the unwilling old fogies.


    Ling Qingyu felt weird when she solved the problems without her intentions. But her enemies might not see it this way.


    Her loyal subordinates were proud of their contribution for being part of charity, thought the money weren''t theirs. They believed the revenue from sales should go into donation.


    Furthermore, the stagnatedpany''s stock jumped several times and still hadn''t stop elerating. Ling Qingyu''s deeds earned trust from the public investor and solidified the unstable stock.


    Too many good news entered her ears, that Ling Qingyu couldn''t stop grinning. Of course, there were skepticism among her subordinates, particrly those from the financial departments.


    No matter how they added up the profit, they couldn''t reach Ling Qingyu''s one billion yuan without stretching thepany''s finance.


    Ling Qingyu noticed their doubts and immediately cleared them before her opponents exploited what she hid.


    She admitted to her workers, most were from her personal wealth she made long ago instead of from thepany. Instead, it attracted more admirations from her subordinates to see their boss''s ability to make money.


    At the end of the meeting, she reminded them not to forget to go to work. Online working session had ended. Three days had passed in a blink of an eye. Tomorrow was the day, everyone muste for work.


    Ling Qingyu closed the meeting app and looked at her sister, strangely. This was the rarest moment for Ling Yunxiang to stay silent throughout her busy time.


    Well, Ling Yunxiang was ying with her phone and it was no wonder, there wasn''t a disturbance. Noticing Ling Qingyu finish her work, Ling Yunxiang put away the phone.


    "I never expect you to be quite behaving." Ling Qingyu said with a chiding tone.


    "I''m not a kid, okay! I know the importance of your work." Ling Yunxiang strongly protested her sister''s stereotyping behavior.


    "You said, you''re bored?" Ling Qingyu said. "But I see you can do numerous activities indoors. There are ample spaces to y around."


    "Sis, that''s being inside your living area. What I mean is to wander around and sightsee across the entire province." Ling Yunxiang said.


    "Even I haven''t wandered around, busy with my work. But I have to say, your idea sounds tempting." Ling Qingyu replied and curled her lips. While Ling Yunxiang''s eyes shone with hope, Ling Qingyu sshed cold water. "And nope! The province is still dangerous. I don''t want to be in a middle of gang fights or shootouts."


    Ling Yunxiang whined and bobbed on the bed, then messed the sheet underneath. Ling Qingyu ignored her behavior and clicked on theptop.


    Anyway, she could call the maid to clean up the mess. There was no need to pay attention to a bear child.


    "Actually, you can go out tomorrow night. There''s a banquet." Ling Qingyu said when things quietened down. "I say banquet but it''s an auction where many bigshots wille."

 Chapter 211: Athena reporting her work

    "Actually, you can go out tomorrow night. There''s a banquet." Ling Qingyu said when things quietened down. "I say banquet but it''s an auction where many bigshots wille."


    Ling Yunxiang''s aggrieved mood went away and her ears perked. Although no noise came out, Ling Qingyu continued speaking, knowing her sister was listening.


    Ling Qingyu: "An auction for a charity andwork improvement meeting, I should say where leaders from all sectors exchangemunication. So, it''s not wrong to describe such a meeting as a banquet. I''ve been invited and I wanna ask if you''ll tag along."


    "Of course," Ling Yunxiang eximed, bolted out of the bed and came beside Ling Qingyu. "Don''t worry, I guarantee with my surname, I''ve experienced those meetings regrly before. I''ve never messed things up."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched. Hearing her sister''s words sounded less reassuring. She wondered if the idea to bring along Ling Yunxiang was a mistake.


    Unaware of her sister''s regret, Ling Yunxiang asked. "You say bigshots, what are the backgrounds of thoseing to the banquet?"


    "Upper echelons of Province N, from political circle, business to entertainment." Ling Qingyu answered. "I can''t tell for sure what rank. But it''s very high. I wasn''t invited in the past years till now, which shows the prestige it holds."


    "Who is the host?"


    "Shen family. There are two big ones here. One is Shen; the other is Xia."


    "Alright, those names are far away from me to care about them." Ling Yunxiang replied. "But now Sis can be called big shots?"


    Ling Yunxiang grinned. Ling Qingyu chuckled: "It should be; these aren''t important. We''ll surely be the center of attention when we get there, especially after my actions."


    Ling Yunxiang nodded. "But sis, what about my presence? Won''t it affect you?"


    "Huh," Ling Qingyu sounded confused.


    "You know how my image is spread across the media; you''ll be badmouthed when I stay with you." Ling Yunxiang said worriedly. "Though it''s a pity, I should stay at home."


    "What are you talking about? You''re my sister whether I ept it or not." Ling Qingyu said.


    Ling Yunxiang would feel warmer inside her heart if not for thetter sentence. What do you mean whether you ept me or not? Please exin.


    "Tomorrow night, I''ll show the whole country who''s behind your back and wash away the entire trouble you''ve suffered. I assure you, no one will dare to cross you, especially with my existence." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Well, I''ll trust you on this. If something bad happens, it''s not me." Ling Yunxiang raised her hand.


    "Yep, it''s me. You don''t need to worry about anything." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Then, I better go and prepare the dress." Ling Yunxiang moved her feet toward the door.


    "Wait, it''s tomorrow evening, not today." Ling Qingyu said with a puzzled face.


    "Yes, I know. But I gotta sort out my dresses and choose one particr style matching the asion." Ling Yunxiang went out, leaving behind stunned Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu sighed hopelessly and muttered. "Woman."


    What was there to think of? Now that she thought of this issue, she realized she alsocked style if she went to the auction, like always when she drove to work.


    Shirts, skirts, and pants shouldn''t match the etiquette. Only high-heeled sandals and an evening gown paired with jewelry were the correct dress code.


    Of course, she could wear a traditional cheongsam to show off her figure and skin. Perhaps, Xiao Yue liked these types of style but she felt insecure between the legs.


    Some might even suspect why Ling Qingyu was okay with wearing skirts and estranged with the traditional cheongsam. Well, thetter was too revealing up to the thigh and disyed all the curves.


    Ling Qingyu disliked revealing to others but she liked appreciating herself wearing sexy and revealing attires.


    In a party where multiple people exchanged greetings, Ling Qingyu avoided others'' eyes as much as possible.


    If not for ruining the tradition and creating a topic for someone to exploit her, Ling Qingyu would have chosen simple work attire.


    She remembered Tang Ziyi''s clothing style covered her entire body and realized something was wrong.


    Could it be Tang Ziyi had scars across her skin and wanted to hide them? She always wore jackets, shirts, and jeans or tight pants. Except for her wrists and forearms, Ling Qingyu had never seen other parts of the area.


    She must ask her confidante about this issue tomorrow before going to the auction. She couldn''t let Tang Ziyi go out with her normal style, which would be disrespectful to the others participating in the auction.


    Even though she was also against these strict dress rules, the minority had to obey the majority. Plus, it didn''t cost too much from her side except to wear more beautiful dresses and disy them to others. Read next chapters on m vl-em-py-r


    So, it was better to do what the Romans did. Nothing wrong came out of following a simple norm. Naturally, rules were meant to be broken if it ensured she gained benefits and followed the universal truth.


    Ling Qingyu took out her spectacles and put them on. She sat down on her working chair and talked with Athena while she sifted through her subordinates'' reports.


    "Hey, Athena. Speaking of work, how''s yourpany doing?" Ling Qingyu asked. Athena already created a virtualpany named, Spirit Electronics.


    Even though there weren''t any workers or funding, Athena''s very existence appeared like a cheat in the inte business.


    "Well, Mom. It''s not too bad. The results are eptable without breaching the rules and normally going through the notion." Athena sounded dissatisfied. "But it''s not good either. If not for your control, I''m sure my creation will be a hit after one day."


    "Oh, You seem to me me for being too controlling?" Ling Qingyu questioned.


    "Of course not, Mom. What I mean is, from my perspective, restriction slows me down a little. That''s what I wanna say." Athena fixed her words immediately.


    "Alright, tell me more in detail."


    "The mobile phone system is rtively sessful. There have been fewer than 10000 downloads in the past days and the reviews are all praising. Of course, they still mention they haven''t found bugs yet."


    "I think the statistics are pretty impressive for an app system without any advertisement." Ling Qingyu praised her daughter. "Your creation is something talented people on this earth would have a hard time understanding. Give some time to see the results. How about the game?"


    "It''s pretty well for starters. 50,000 downloads and 5000 ying online multiyer. If the trend goes up, I can open up new maps and plotlines." Athena said.


    "That''s amazing. You have them test the trial version and can collect money through the full version of the games and updatester." Ling Qingyu nodded. "Even without advertisement, that''s pretty impressive data. I like your idea of introducing freshness to the game so that it never tired the gamers."


    "If I can make a public appearance more, the data should increase dramatically, Mom." Athena added.


    "You''re right. I''ve yed your games. Even Aunt Tang Ziyi agreed with your realistic take and dramas in the games. There''s no way people will refuse such styles. Sess is a matter of time." Ling Qingyu said. "Athena put more effort in the start and the benefits will followter on with your trademark."


    "En¡­I know, Mom. I''ll build an online gaming enterprise, solely belonging to me." Athena proudly dered her ambition.


    Ling Qingyu was relieved to see her daughter finding her pursuit. Reced with herself, the goal was totally impossible for anyone to achieve.


    "You can use the money you gain from the stock exchange to fill in the finance for advertisement and yourpany''s growth." Ling Qingyu suggested.


    "That''ll be great, Mom. I''ve been waiting for your permission." Athena replied gleefully. "With your promise, I''m sure the next day, the rating should peak high based on the trend."


    "We''ll see it in the future, how it goes. Don''t raise your hope too high?'' Ling Qingyu teased.

 Chapter 212: Athenas kinks

    "Hmph." Athena snorted. "I trust my estimation that it''ll explode after advertisement."


    Ling Qingyu smiled and nodded. Like the entertainment and literature industry, the gaming one also fell behind in terms of multiyerworks.


    She might have given up on the former two sectors but she would definitely swallow the gaming industry. There wasn''t any software to connect people around the world with different IP addresses rather than the game itself.


    For a few yers, the server was fine but as the number of yers increased, it became overloaded. So much so that no one was interested in seeking wealth in the online multiyer sector.


    Since Steam didn''t exist in this world, she better created one to grasp the entire market into her hands. Besides, Athena''sputing work didn''t add up to one-thousandth of her capability if she took on the task.


    In the future, all the game developers had to pay a portion of their profits for using her tforms. Thinking of the huge money in her hands, shook Ling Qingyu''s body.


    Ling Qingyu sighed. She didn''t know why even with huge wealth inside her pocket, she still yearned for more. Was greed the original sin ying a role in her psychology?


    Or was it her past which caused insecurity and inferiority? It appeared subconsciously, Ling Qingyu still had problems adapting her mental state.


    "Athena, you can begin creating new games¡ªMMORPG, RPG and others¡ª andpile them under one software so that they can download the game from the tform and this tform can help connect multiyer across the world." Ling Qingyu said her idea. "If one day, the tform became so famous, other gamepanies will follow under your lead.


    Of course, with your abilities, creating multiple great games under a short period of time is possible."


    "A brilliant idea, Mom." Athena praised without pretense. She was amazed and epted Ling Qingyu''s talent in marketing strategy.


    If she heard her daughter''spliments, Ling Qingyu would blush like an apricot. She was merely taking ''inspiration'' from the seniors who walked on this path.


    Although she felt guilty taking other people''s work as her own, she consoled herself by believing that, without her intervention, the ghost knew when the game could develop worldwide.


    "Indeed, continue monitoring the market and your progress. Besides, with your trading power, I''m sure you have more wealth to spend than needed." Ling Qingyu said.


    "But, what name should I give for the tform? Mom, say it." Athena showed her projection through Ling Qingyu''s sses.


    "How about Steam?" Ling Qingyu decided to continue the inheritance. At least, she would feel less guilty in the future.


    "What Steam? Why did you name Steam, Mom?" Athena asked.


    How could she know the answer? Ling Qingyu only heard about this tform for many games. "I don''t know. I say the first word that came out of my mind." Ling Qingyu shrugged.


    "I feel the name soundscking in strength and aura." Athena tapped her chin as her eyes looked around the ceiling.


    "Then, why don''t you give a name yourself?" Ling Qingyu let Athena decide.


    "Are you sure, Mom? You give me the power for this important decision?" Athena brightened her smile and poked her fingers.


    "You call me Mom. Why shouldn''t I allow my daughter to make a decision?" Ling Qingyu humphed. "It''s just naming. We don''t have to go throughplications."


    "Since you said so, Mom, please don''t change it in the future." Athena said. "Steam is a bit cliche and not so resounding in the yer''s mind. How about Athena''s Institute?"


    Ling Qingyu''s corners of her lips twitched. Her eyelids fluttered not-stop. She realized what Athena was up to. The talk before was merely a pretense.


    Athena already had an idea when Ling Qingyu spoke about the tform. Ling Qingyu face-palmed and inwardlymented her daughter''s naming kinks.


    She chuckled at her daughter''s waywardness to achieve her goal without offending her. What Steam sounded bad? What cliche? It was all for Athena''s Institute.


    Nheless, Ling Qingyu admitted the naming sounded cool and fashionable. If someone didn''t understand the gaming tform, people would mistakenly think of it as a schrly organization.


    "You little scoundrel! You aren''t satisfied whenever your name doesn''t appear to outsiders?" Ling Qingyu chided Athena but she wasn''t really angry.


    "Mom, what do you mean? I just choose the best names among so many. If you can''t ept it, you can change yours." Athena pretended to be a fool.


    "Forget it. Athena''s Institute is indeed the best." Ling Qingyu gave up arguing and spoiled Athena.


    Youthful giggles swept around her; Ling Qingyu smiled at Athena''s joyful mood. It appeared she had been too controlling others recently.


    Shaking her head, she focused on the remaining work on herptop. Sifting through reports,menting suggestions, and writing lists of her goals, which she would send these files to Zhao Xiurong for better arrangement.


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu stretched her slender body on the chair, as she cracked her fingers and snapped her neck. Too much eye usage drained her mental strength and energy.


    In spite of theck of physical activities, Ling Qingyu felt exhausted from the sheer workload. Who knew working hard, using the brain cost a lot of energy? Ling Qingyu swore the toll was more than physical exercises.


    Athena was ying several rxing songs on the side to help Ling Qingyu alleviate some burden. She smiled at her daughter''s conscience.


    Thinking of future electronics ns, Ling Qingyu wrote on the word file. Since the mobile phone system tested perfectly without any bugs on her personal phone, the app should be sessful on the market soon.


    What shecked was a trustworthy brand. In addition to advertisement, she should also request her subordinates to use Athena system. Charismatic AI existences along with several advantages, people shouldn''t refuse, right?


    Once the application market reached her goals, manufacturing electronic devices such as phones andptops should be next. She even nned to dive further into chip production and even lithography purchase or production research.


    Based on Athena''s talented extreme reverse engineering, plus nano-printer, Ling Qingyu encountered no problems in developing these technologies although mass production could meet a setback.


    Nevertheless, any industry without requiring employees wouldn''t benefit society. Solely, depending on AI indeed saved costs but came with a societal cost where sses might sh with one another.


    Ling Qingyu could rely on Athena for preliminary development to the finished product but when it came to sales and production, it was better to have humans take care of everything.


    Of course, those important technologies prevented Ling Qingyu from swallowing quickly with her status. Unless Ling Qingyu possessed more strength and influence, those ns could only be archived as her dreams.


    However, it didn''t hurt to have ns ahead. Athena also entered Ling Qingyu''sptop, watching the lists thoughtfully.


    She figured everything written on the screen was indeed possible but the style to bring the technologies to the market was a headache. In any case, she believed her mother would solve them perfectly.


    "Mom is brilliant. Do I need to begin researching?" Athena asked.


    Ling Qingyu smiled. "The sooner the better. After every sess, create a file, consisting of procedures and design process and data." Ling Qingyu said. "Compile it in a way, that experts can understand your development but mark and hide the important secret. You know what I meant."


    "Yes, Mom." Ling Qingyu thanked Miss System for gifting Athena to her. Nothing could rece her daughter''s participation and help.

 Chapter 213: The auction day

    Ling Qingyu knew Athena did research whenever she was free and sometimes with Tang Ziyi. She requested her expectations and was certain Athena would meet her goals soon.


    4 hours passed since she worked at the desk.


    Feeling soreness in her body, Ling Qingyu stood up and walked around her room. Unsatisfied, she went out, listened to the breeze and smelled the nature scent.


    Her eyesnded on the cascading swimming and looked up at the sky. Evening approached. The weather was no longer hot, in spite of the sun still above.


    Having nothing to do, Ling Qingyu decided to take a swim.


    Ssh!


    Ling Qingyu sprung into an exquisite dive and wiggled her body underneath the pool. Like a mermaid, she paddled under the water full of beauty and strength.


    Ling Qingyu swept her arm down, swimming up and gasped for the first breath since she entered the pool.


    The underwater vision was indeed mesmerizing. Although the pool was man-made, the decoration which couldn''t be viewed from above disyed its wonder.


    Ling Qingyu continued fast stroke back and forth along the length for several times. Her hands and feet did little sshes.


    The current flowing across her body if not for seeing her hands circling above, mistaken people to think of Ling Qingyu''s existence as a torpedo.


    There was little turbulence around her. Ling Qingyu gasped for breath when she reached the edge and decided to end the swim.


    She went for one final run, her head and hands swarm over the surface as if wings attached Ling Qingyu to fly above the surface. Butterfly strokes was an exhausting swimming technique yet its magnificence and efficiency in the water couldn''t be denied.


    Ling Qingyu got out of the pool and cooled down her stretched yet refreshed muscles. She felt lighthearted and smiled. The pressure from work and thinking of future ns disappeared.


    After a satisfying swim, Ling Qingyu walked to the spa room. Through the ss reflection, Ling Qingyu gazed at her exquisite wet body, entuating her curves and beauty.


    She wore a dark blue connected swimsuit, showing the pale skin of her waist on both sides and her back. She had taken off her swimming cap and wet hairlines dangled across her shoulders.


    When she reached her destination, Ling Qingyu saw her masseurs seemly ying with their phones in boredom. Even her presence was ignored.


    Indeed, there was very little work in Ling Qingyu''s manor most of the time. The only attraction was the ample sry Ling Qingyu gave.


    "Ahem." Ling Qingyu coughed and the masseurs immediately straightened up. Ling Qingyu took a bath first, cleaning the chlorine smell stuck on her body.


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu exited the bathroom andy down on the specific bed under the guidance of the masseur, indulging in the bliss of the massage session.


    The night passed.


    In the morning, Ling Qingyu woke up, stretchingzily, and whined. She remembered today she had to go to work.


    Having rested for three days, although the time was small, Ling Qingyu felt she regained her energy. She reckoned if she spent more time indulging, she wouldn''t even want to work and became lethargic.


    She got up and washed her teeth and face, then wearing a sports vest and shorts, walked to the gym. Everyone was waiting and began the workout.


    After a few days, Ling Qingyu was able to follow the other''s set, amazing Tang Ziyi, Xiao Yue, Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu.


    Apart from Tang Ziyi who was aware of Ling Qingyu''s physique, the rest were peculiar and amazed at Ling Qingyu''s ability to catch up.


    The group also trained Ling Qingyu, in martial arts, and numerous fighting techniques. With so many instructors around, Ling Qingyu was in pain and happiness. She was indeed satisfied with her gain in strength but that confidence was soon smashed by Tang Ziyi.


    By smashed, she was literally thrown several times to the ground by Tang Ziyi only using one hand.


    Like in fire and water, Ling Qingyu suffered two contrasting feelings. On the one hand, she wanted to punish Tang Ziyi''s group for messing with her.


    On the other hand, their help made Ling Qingyu grateful as she was fully aware of her own body.


    Ling Qingyu copsed on the floor after her training session hade to an end. Lying down, she asked Tang Ziyi about the renovation progress.


    "Well, after today, everything is ready." Tang Ziyi said. "I suppose more guards can concentrate on the training."


    "Does that include a new one?" Su Ruomei asked. "Won''t the neers dy the previous training?"


    "No, we aren''t in the military. We have time, patience and money." Tang Ziyi replied. "The least we can do is help the new one catch up with us."


    Everyone nodded at Tang Ziyi''s remarks. Ling Qingyu also agreed with her. She desired to have her guards'' capability reach the pinnacles, but that didn''t mean her requirements were as strict as in the military.


    "Sister Tang and Sister Yue should prepare dresses for this evening asion." Ling Qingyu said.


    "What asion?" Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were baffled.


    "You don''t know." This time, Ling Qingyu was stunned. Both Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue shook their head and Ling Qingyu nced at Su Ruomei.


    Su Ruomei shrugged and said: "I thought you''ve told them before."


    Ling Qingyu patted her forehead helplessly and exined tonight''s schedule. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue cursed immediately for not reminding them earlier.


    Although they had bought dresses of various types in their cupboard when they were free, there were no suitable ones for the banquet tonight.


    "An evening gown or cheongsam is fine. What''s with the urgency?" Ling Qingyu muttered.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue rolled their eyes and didn''t bother to argue. For women, dressing style was a secondary appearance. They would rather spend energy choosing the best costume tailor for them than shopping for them in the mall conveniently.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue also wanted to show their best. How could Ling Qingyu understand their minds?


    "Well, you can go there and we''ll stay behind the scenes like Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu." Xiao Yue said.


    "So, who''s protecting me?" Ling Qingyu was stumped. "Okay, you have lots of time today to prepare for the clothes and why are my bodyguardspeting for the best appearance, knowing you can never win me."


    The girls darkened their faces and controlled their urge to p Ling Qingyu hard. She was fine with every aspect except for narcissistic remarks.


    But they admitted Ling Qingyu exhibited perfect scores in figure and appearance. There was no doubt, despite their confidence in their attractiveness, they would never win Ling Qingyu''s gifted beauty.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu introduced the guards'' n for Ling Qingyu''s security and cooperation with Yang Qingyue.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue nodded, feeling nothing to add from the side. At the same time, they were relieved because the area was surrounded by Yang Qingyue''s subordinates and their guards.


    Province N was currently vtile though evily low for the moment. If given the choice, they wanted Ling Qingyu to stay indoors.


    Fortunately, their worries were solved. Yang Qingyue''s willingness to cooperate and give them privileges. Ling Qingyu''s number of guards had risen. And the most important factor was everybody had firearms at their disposal legally.


    The right to bear arms was essential and the reason why they were relieved to let Ling Qingyu go to the auction.

 Chapter 214: Fear of women in dangerous masculine job

    If in the past, Tang Ziyi''s group of girls didn''t mind Ling Qingyu''s travel n. But after experiencing fierce shootouts, they found that they had underestimated the criminals in Province N.


    Luckily, they were already equipped before they overturned the card one day. Despite knowing Yang Qingyue would take over the security process, they wouldn''t agree if they couldn''t equip themselves.


    Thinking of the possibility, when opposing against these unscrupulous criminals like they did to the small gangs a few days ago, Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu shivered.


    Should they lose the battle, the consequences were unimaginable, especially the situation where they were barehanded and the opponents possessed guns.


    If they were men, it was just a matter of life and death. But for beautiful women, possessing heroic temperaments and strong abilities, these factors were tempting to the men among the underground forces.


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    Hadn''t the rumor of Vermillion leaders having to fend off other factions proven the point? Although the situation was stalemate within several factions, the danger hadn''t gone.


    Just because the leader was a woman, they gave others a reason to attack. Although Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu weren''t clear on how the female gang leader maintained the turmoil, they understood the situation remained unchanged.


    Simrly, the female guards might suffer a deadly experience worse than death. Even if they wished to die, they couldn''t. Such was likely the oue for all sisters.


    The possibilities weren''t an exaggeration. It was the number one danger for any woman working in a masculine field, particrly in dangerous careers.


    In war, torture and humiliation were the minimum results for female soldiers who became captives. But the upsetting part was that the civilian women also suffered no different under the oppression should the enemy behave worse than animals.


    At least, the soldiers had the power and chance to fight back despite the unfortunate certainties if things went wrong. Not only in war, but in any dangerous sector with the possibility of losing life shared simrities.


    Likewise, gangs were no different. They oppressed ordinary people around them. Even if they met a woman, they wouldn''t spare her should they know they wouldn''t suffer any consequences.


    She wasn''t fighting back but merely living her own life. There were many women, who suffered in their hands; some were even trafficked and lived a life worse than death. So, it could be said women faced more troubles than what they gained benefits from the status.


    In fact, Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu thought too much. Without absolute certainty, Ling Qingyu would never have made a dangerous n.


    With the addition of Athena''s reconnaissance ability plus Tang Ziyi''s and Xiao Yue''s expertise, every n was perfect.


    However, they could no longer act as before, not to mention that Yang Qingyue was monitoring them. Ling Qingyu lost some freedom but considering the benefits she gained, she didn''t care.


    So, her confidantes'' worries didn''t exist in her dictionary. Everything was foulproof. Ling Qingyu knew what the two military women were thinking when their expression disyed fear when mentioning their luck in the previous event.


    She shook her head and smiled kindly. To be frank, she understood their perspectives, especially when her gender became the same; more considerations appeared in her mind.


    Before she wouldugh at people who said men were dangerous. Some even went on to the extent of suppressing the males'' energy.


    However, after staying in this world and having ascended to the higher perspectives, Ling Qingyu broadened her way of thought and felt genuine truth in the extreme ideology.


    Men might be kind to women on a normal asion. Once a power struggle happened they would ruthlessly suppress the females, particrly for those men in power.


    Power corrupted people and bred evilness. These men would never allow others to check and bnce their authority. For the ordinary family, each worked together for survival and no one wanted their sons and daughters to endure unequal treatment based on stereotypes.


    Unless the women showed extreme talent and strength that surpassed most men and stepped on the pinnacles, their pathway always encountered obstacles and suppression from all sides.


    Ling Qingyu could attest to this after her past experienced these before sessfully standing on the pyramid. Although her level remained at the base of the pyramid for now, her eyes could already see the stairs leading upward.


    When men had sess like her, people would try to curry favor for benefits. But when the position was reced by her, Ling Qingyu faced suppression as men merely thought of trying to ruin her and capture her crotch.


    Their desires almost overwhelmed from their eyes as far as Ling Qingyu remembered no matter how they tried to hide.


    Until she fought back fiercely and showed the edge of her sword, most took a step back and epted Ling Qingyu. All women underwent the same process. Even then because of her retaliation, Ling Qingyu was called ruthless.


    The problem became worse for her because of the beautiful appeal. If not for her cheap father''s background deterring worst-case scenarios, Ling Qingyu felt her difficulties would rise.


    Yet what saddened her the most was no womannded a hand to support her journey. Despite knowing fully well, how arduous the journey for the same kind, they didn''t even have the slightest thought.


    Ling Qingyu reckoned women were more dangerous and not united at all. They never desired for another simrly powerful woman to disy her capabilities and overshadow them.


    She couldn''t ept the behaviors of the men but she hated the vile snakes more. The world should be more peaceful if everyone gave a hand just for once.


    Combining her past life and current one, Ling Qingyu learned a hard yet uneptable answer. The phrase which dictated most men were kind and not dangerous seemed false.


    Dangerous men weren''t bad but most dangerous men without self-control easily became corrupted and brought trouble.


    She discovered only 10-20 percent were truly good men in the modern world. It might be way worse in the older era, particrly in troubled times. Should an apocalypse-like disaster happen, Ling Qingyu couldn''t bear to imagine.


    10 percent were pure evil, referring to psychopaths and perilous criminals. The remaining percentage scared her.


    If they weren''t good and evil, what were they? The answer was simple, this majority group leaned toward any side depending on the circumstances. They were portrayed as innocent most of the time but who knew deep inside were the sinister thoughts, they themselves couldn''t ept.


    It wasn''t without reason some historical context told human was born inherently evil. For instance, when the majority knew their actions suffered no repercussions, they easily became demons.


    In the face of attractions and benefits, they were easily swayed. In a world withoutw and order, these groups were the most threatening.


    All atrocities such as r@pe, torture, robbery, and killing could happen, should they realize their actions had little consequences. In the modern world, it was the firm and stablew which held the peace.


    No need to look far. What urred in the locations where wars erupted? Anything that normal human beings couldn''t dare to imagine happened. Even a strong country with strict military discipline like Country A had to deal with these situations.


    Ling Qingyu figured the only way to improve goodness was to teach children from young, the true good and stronger self-control. Although the lofty goals seemed far away, Ling Qingyu wanted to try to change the world.


    Maybe it was hard to abolish evil but she refused to believe it was hard to raise the 10-20 percent good. Didn''t people think flying in the past was impossible?


    Ling Qingyu believed there wasn''t impossibility but merely encountered a wrong path. Her body shook and Ling Qingyu gazed around.


    She saw her confidantes looking down on her with worried expressions but when her eyesid on Tang Ziyi, she almost cursed.

 Chapter 215: Clothing choice

    The reason for almostshing out was due to Tang Ziyi''s right foot in the air. Ling Qingyu thought about what made her body shake and found the culprit.


    She red at her but Tang Ziyi shrugged. "I was worried something would happen to you after heavy exercise."


    Tang Ziyi''s words and Ling Qingyu''s ice gaze brought chuckles. Su Ruomei sighed and shook her head.


    Why both Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu were so close to one another yet tortured each other childishly? She wondered if this was the peak of friendship.


    Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu: "¡­?"


    "Heavy exercise my ass." Ling Qingyu blurted out. "I suspect you just find happiness stepping over me."


    "Don''t you want to step on me, press me and do whatever you want?" Tang Ziyi blinked charmingly.


    Because Tang Ziyi''s back was against the rest of the girls, no one found strange about the two''s banter.


    Ling Qingyu remembered the promise and nodded. But Tang Ziyi''s words raised her blood pressure. "Then, defeat me first until I can no longer step on you."


    "Hmph, I''ll try. Don''t worry, a gentleman''s revengests 10 years." Ling Qingyu gritted her teeth.


    Tang Ziyi gave her a hand and Ling Qingyu grasped it to stand up. Patting her body, Ling Qingyu told everyone it was time for breakfast.


    Everyone took a quick bath to clean the dirt and sweat carried from the gym before they went to the dining hall.


    As always, the maids and cooks had already prepared breakfast, aware of the groups'' timetable. But today seemed different from the usual, because Zhao Xiurong sat on the chair, savoring the taste of coffee.


    Everyone had their eyes widened and Ling Qingyu was also included. Usually, only five of them woke up at around 4-5 a.m.


    Because Ling Qingyu was instructed by the girls, she also now had a good habit of waking up early for exercise.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu also followed suit after seeing Tang Ziyi''s lead. These two were simr to Ling Qingyu''s prior routine. Xiao Yue seemed no different. Even Ling Qingyu''s elder slept till 9 in the morning.


    Ling Qingyu wondered perhaps among the five, Tang Ziyi had the most self-discipline. She sighed at her talent, self-control, and hard work.


    What differentiate Gods from mortal should likely be these factors? Very few people could catch up with the genius who didn''t try hard with persistence. But if a genius practiced hard, they became ungraspable.


    The time just passed 6:30.


    Even if they finished working out and eating breakfast, others rarely got up. Now, Zhao Xiurong broke the norm.


    Ling Qingyu asked, worried. "What''s the matter, Sister Zhao? Did you not sleep well?"


    Sometimes, people who were up early didn''t sleep the entire night, thinking unnecessarily about the future.


    "No, I was exhausted from work and slept very early." Zhao Xiurong replied with a smile. "Do you girls stick to this morning routine every day?"


    Ling Qingyu was relieved and nodded. "Yes, in order to avoid crowding the gym in the morning with the rest of our guards, we chose this time."


    "I''m impressed." Zhao Xiurong clicked her tongue. "I don''t think I can ever wake up this early unless necessary."


    "You don''t need to but you mustn''t forget to take care of your body through daily exercise." Tang Ziyi added.


    Zhao Xiurong nodded and everyone continued breakfast. Ling Qingyu remembered she hadn''t included Zhao Xiurong for tonight''s event.


    Since she was prepared to delegate herpany''s power to Zhao Xiurong in the future, it didn''t hurt to bring her to the auction, building up a strongerwork for her secretary.


    Actually, the auction only allowed her to bring twopanions but who made her have a friend like Yang Qingyue, who had control over entry and checked the guest lists.


    She had already discussed it with her yesterday and there wasn''t any problem, enjoying a small benefit.


    Plus, the presence of Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue reassured Yang Qingyue more. So, the addition of another Zhao Xiurong didn''t create any trouble for Ling Qingyu as long as her group wasn''t too much.


    Ling Qingyu asked Zhao Xiurong to join her tonight and she received a positive reply, then mentioned important aspects she must pay attention to.


    As for the choice of dress, unlike Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, Zhao Xiurong had participated in simr events before.


    The group having so much free time,zed around, sitting on the chairs. After an hour, Ling Qingyu drove to work with Zhao Xiurong, followed by some guards.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue left in search of the clothes tonight while the pair of Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu stayed in the manor and prepared a briefing for the guards in order to work on the security task promised to Yang Qingyue.


    In thepany office, nothing unusual happened. Ling Qingyu worked her schedule and began to slowly Zhao Xiurong take a sip. She had in mind to transfer her authority little by little.


    After requesting her subordinates toplete the specific tasks during the meeting, Ling Qingyu was keen on improving the status quo.


    Because she knew she wouldn''t stay for full hours, she worked hard. Likewise, Zhao Xiurong was also in a simr situation.


    It was noon before Ling Qingyu noticed and she called Zhao Xiurong to return to the manor to prepare for tonight''s auction.


    Afterpleting unfinished business, the two of them drove back. Ling Qingyu saw her sister already awake sitting in the dining hall.


    This girl definitely slept till the sun hit her ass, Ling Qingyu thought. Zhao Xiurong and Ling Qingyu sat down to have lunch while Ling Yunxiang was still munching on brunch.


    Based on the time she was eating, it should be called Linner by now. It was already toote.


    Even Ling Qingyu and Zhao Xiurong ate their lunchte because of work. From Lin Xiao, Ling Qingyu knew her elders were having fun, ying golf in the open field near the manor.


    She was d they were having fun rather than being stuck at home without time and energy to pay attention to hobbies like before.


    Zhao Xiurong''s eyes brightened, hearing her mother also participate. She felt lighthearted seeing her mother start to enjoy life instead of focusing on taking care of her.


    Moving to Ling Qingyu''s residence might have been the best decision she had ever made.


    After they finished eating, the three women went back to their rooms and prepared their clothes, choosing the best entuating their beauty and belonging to tonight''s theme.


    A long time remained before the appointment was closed. But for women, merely choosing jewelry and clothes could take more than an hour.


    That hadn''t included their dressing and makeup time. Of course, Ling Qingyu was an exception. She was stunned when she saw her essories and several clothings, blinding her choice.


    Everything appeared gorgeous. She had a hard time choosing and decided to rely on a child-y game to pick a dress.


    Her fingernded on the green evening gown and took it out. She raised the dress in front of her and checked it. The texture was as smooth as silk and a slit reaching reaching her thigh.


    Even though there were many other alluring options, since fate chose this dress, Ling Qingyu decided to wear it tonight.


    Unlike most women who tried out wearing all the clothes on her body to match the asion, Ling Qingyu''s speed was too fast. Since time was on her side, she slouched on the bed to rx. Read next chapters on m vl-em-py-r

 Chapter 216: Embarrassing moment

    "Hmm!"


    morous and raspy groans echoed in the room. The enchanting whispers were emitted from the three beautiful women.


    It was Ling Qingyu, Ling Yunxiang, and Zhao Xiurong. They were now nearly naked, merely covered by towers, enjoying the massage done by professionals.


    Among the three, Ling Yunxiang uttered the loudest and the most. Even Ling Qingyu felt her tongue dry, listening to her sister''s siren. Zhao Xiurong''s cheeks reddened, embarrassed by the sounds that came out of her mouth.


    Fortunately, there was someone who attracted the attention and she had some relief.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t mind because everyone here belonged to hers. What was there to be ashamed of?


    Any professional masseurs fancied seeing their customers enjoying the fullest, without any pretense under their hands. Ling Qingyu''s group''s behavior attested to their skills.


    Too bad, there were only women. If any men came in and saw the views, they would copse to the floor, knees weakened from excitement.


    This was the sole reason why she didn''t hire any male staff. Perhaps other women wouldn''t mind, giving some benefits, but she couldn''t. She felt restricted if the opposite genders lingered around her.


    Being scrutinized ups and downs or any malicious eyes, Ling Qingyu was sensitive. Goosebumps and hair immediately stood up as soon as she received the hateful gazes.


    A few minutes ago, Ling Qingyu waited for the two after making her choice and half an hourter, Zhao Xiurong and Ling Yunxiang came out, tired yet excited, kneading their calves and arms.


    She wondered if the reason why girls rarely exercised was because the calories spent in daily maintenance and clothing choice was super high.


    Seeing the girls'' exhausted expressions, Ling Qingyu beckoned the two to enjoy themselves in the world of rxation, pleasure and ecstasy.


    Ling Yunxiang greeted the staff and talked very close, calling each other sisters. In spite of the bad rumors spewing outside, everyone found Ling Yunxiang adorable, including her elders.


    If she opened her mouth to ask, they were ready to serve. Ling Qingyu even wondered if the position of the head of the family had changed.


    Amidst the moans, she heard Ling Yunxiang chattering with the masseurs, describing personal stories and gossip. Women loved gossip, particrly about the current in the entertainment river.


    Ling Qingyu shook her head as she also listened. Some were amusing. Some were unthinkable. But one thing shared simrities¡ªeverything was a pretense to the audience. It was so rare for artists to share their true colors on the stage; everything was arranged by thepanies behind them.


    But Ling Qingyu knew what her sister spoke contained only the tip of the iceberg. Anymore could make spectators horrified.


    Ling Qingyu heard murmurs from outside. Someone entered the room. She was facing down so she had no idea who came in.


    "Hey, I heard you girls are here. We''ll also enjoy the same treatment too. Our muscles are stiff from shopping."


    It was Tang Ziyi who spoke. The two pairs finished shopping and asked the whereabouts of Ling Qingyu from Lin Xiao and found them in the spa room.


    "Go ahead. You won''t regret doing this." Ling Qingyu said with a muffled voice.


    So, three became five. Under the miraculous hands of the masseur, only soft moans from Ling Qingyu''s group of girls remained inside the room.


    Silence ensuedter as the girls took a short nap and the masseurs left quietly, to avoid any disturbance.


    A short whileter, Ling Qingyu woke up, lifted herself up with her arms and stretched her upper body, producing cracks. ncing around, she smiled, seeing the girls asleep.


    This must be the first time, all the girls around her enjoy a spa session together. Ling Qingyu felt great, physically and mentally.


    And the sight of white skins shown obviously by many beauties ceased to bring surprises. The bumps and ttened mountains on the side of their chests along with the curves on the slender body, a masterful picturesque. It was another enjoyment for her as her mouth watered, producing drops on the cushion.


    In a quiet room, it rang like a huge bell in Ling Qingyu''s ears. She quickly rubbed the corner of her wet mouth and chuckled at her loss of self-control.


    She cheered at her original decision not to hire any males. Where would she then have an open opportunity to feast on beauties?


    But she saw Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue have their eyes open, staring at her and smiled. Ling Qingyu stiffened and smiled back nervously.


    "You''re awake." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Of course, we heard a loud ssh and opened our eyes. As martial artists, forgive us for our sensitiveness." Tang Ziyi said with a smirk.


    Ling Qingyu''s cheeks reddened and burrowed her forehead under the towel, while she heard snickers. No need to look as she knew it belonged to Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue.


    What was wrong with feasting and salivating? That showed her sexual orientation was still correct.


    The gaffe was over after noises came from outside. Ling Qingyu looked at the entrance and saw two heads poking out.


    "Sister Su and Sister Jiang. Come in." Ling Qingyu beckoned the two.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu entered. Ling Qingyu carefully studied their attires. They wore noticeable ck special clothing, covering their skin from neck to ankles. Even the hands wore protective gloves.


    Ling Qingyu heard from Tang Ziyi, that these were light and resistant to wear and tear and resistance to bullet impact. It was the number one factor, Ling Qingyu epted her guards conducted dangerous tasks.


    Otherwise, no matter how tempting the benefits of using her guards, she would never joke with their lives. For now, she saw no helmets or Ker on the two, likely hiding them from the staff in the manor.


    The two sat beside Ling Qingyu and talked softly. They came here to inform they were leaving early to fulfill Yang Qingyue''s request. Unexpectedly, they watched everyone rxing and couldn''t bear to interrupt.


    The chatter woke the rest of the girls and Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu left after seeing the time was up.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu took 3 dozen of her guards, armed and protected. Serving as SWAT exclusively under Yang Qingyue''s order, the security jobs required them to arrive early.


    Luckily, the real police officers would take care of the meticulous work while they were solely responsible for the peripheral securities and emergency crisis. Moreover, the reason everyone early epted the task was also to act as an additional sentinel for Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu couldn''t rx any longer and stood up, then walked to her room to prepare. Likewise, the rest also ended the session reluctantly, seeing Ling Qingyu''s movement.


    As a woman, Ling Qingyu couldn''t go to the auction which many wealthy and influential people were attending, without makeup, like she did whenever she went to work.


    It was impolite to others and made others look down on her. Plus, even the best stunning face would losepared to proper makeup.


    But how could she know the skills? Her past memory retained many important skills including make-up and matching up dressing style.


    However, Ling Qingyu favored simplicity and didn''t want to be in the limelight tonight.


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 Chapter 217: Gorgeous

    Ling Qingyu exited her room and waited for the rest in a room where they would meet before leaving. She wore an emerald-tight tulle gown, sparkling glimmers from the reflection, with a split showing her thigh and allowing flexible footwork.


    A pair of long legs slightly hidden under the fabric acted like an aphrodisiac; wherever she flexed her calves, the watery flowery lower part of the tight gown rustled, hiding and showing with every footstep.


    Her upper body disyed a wide V-shape cleavage and a pair of heavyweights. The tulle wrapped around her S-shape figures and entuated the curves and narrow willow waist.


    Her pale beautiful healthy white skinbined with greenness exuded a natural aura, bringing out refreshment to any onlookers.


    The perfect face, alluring figures and formidable size above and below scored Ling Qingyu a perfect ten.


    Ling Qingyu was definitely satisfied with her outlook after looking at the mirror in her room. There was no denying if she asked the mirror¡ªMirror, Mirror, on the wall, who''s the fairest of them all? The answer was only her.


    Ling Qingyu thought narcissistically. Since Miss System gifted her a perfect appearance, why not enjoy herself and dive in the sea of praises. This wasn''t arrogance but self-confidence.


    She was certain her face without any make-up remained invincible if there was a world beauty listpetition, against prepared opponents.


    Because of fearing coldness, she draped a leather jacket on her upper body from behind.


    Thud. Thud.


    Giggles and wowing flew into her ears and Ling Qingyu looked over. Her eyes shone at the stunning sight.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue chose the traditional style. The two wore cheongsams, disying their figures fully.


    Tang Ziyi was dressed in red cheongsam reaching above knee length, embroidered with swimming golden dragons, and a pair of flesh stockings underneath. There were two forks on the side. Beautiful pockets on the arm and shoulder de disyed Tang Ziyi''s skin explicitly.


    Her dress paired with a dragon style exhibited a majestic demeanor,bined with the might of heroic temperament from Tang Ziyi, itched Ling Qingyu''s heart.


    Although it seemed like Tang Ziyi showed off her skin, everything was well hidden beneath the clothes. Ling Qingyu was now certain, there must be a reason for Tang Ziyi to hide her body.


    Xiao Yue wore the exact style but in white color. Her cheongsam was also embroidered with a different mystical beast¡ªgolden phoenixes¡ªand a pair of ck silk stocking.


    The contrast between the two ck and white color almost caused Ling Qingyu to salivate, destroying her beautiful demeanor. Fortunately, she had a strong will.


    Unlike a strong and mighty dragon, Xiao Yue appeared coquettish, her sultry movement twisted like a snake.


    Ling Qingyu even suspected both Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi spread dog food to singles around. A pair of auspicious dragons and phoenixes. In Country C''s culture, dragon and phoenix referred to a power couple in the top echelon. Readtest stories on m_v-l''e-NovelBin


    Zhao Xiurong wore a formal OL grey suit, a ck inner shirt, a hip-turned skirt above knee length and a pair of ck silk stockings. The whole curvatures, especially the peach buttocks, widened Ling Qingyu''s eyes.


    Ling Yunxiang followed her sexy route. A red evening gown, showcasing her wide V-shape cleavage and a split reaching her inner thigh. A ripened fruit waiting for its prey to pick up. Ling Qingyu felt her mouth getting drier and drier every moment she enjoyed the scenery.


    Everyone had high-heeled sandals, formal yetfortable choice.


    The beauty show of her confidantes including her sister raised Ling Qingyu''s greed. She was never going to lose them to other men. Especially her wifey Zhao Xiurong, Ling Qingyu nearly scratched her head, worrying about losing her secretary out of her grasp.


    She knew she was selfish with her thoughts but if she didn''t possess them, someone would and the culprit most likely could be the stallion male.


    As for the possibility of other males, Ling Qingyu sneered. It wasn''t that she underestimated these men but the women around her exhibited strong temperament and never relied on others, unless a man who could suppress them from all sectors appeared.


    Coughing to regainposure, Ling Qingyu gestured for the group to depart but was stopped by Ling Yunxiang.


    "Sister, you''re going like this." Ling Yunxiang asked with a doubt.


    "Yes, Sister Ling, little Yun is right. What were you thinking?" Zhao Xiurong stepped forward, touching all over Ling Qingyu''s skin.


    Ling Qingyu: "¡­?"


    What was wrong with this pair? She also scrutinized her dress and it looked fine. "My dress appears okay. I didn''t vite any etiquette."


    Ling Yunxiang pped her forehead. "Oh, sis. It''s not your dress. Your choice is gorgeous but where''s the jewelry? And how on earth do you only apply foundation to your face?" She asked.


    Ling Qingyu was dumbfounded. So, the problem belonged to her. Ling Qingyu disliked destroying her natural beauty and also thought jewelry was a nuisance.


    "Okay, we don''t have time. Let me fix you, Sister Ling." Zhao Xiurong said.


    Just about to argue, she was pushed away by her secretary and cheap sister, while Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue covered their mouth and controlledughters from erupting.


    They understood the reason for Ling Qingyu''s behavior but it was too unsightly to go to other''s banquet like this. If Zhao Xiurong and Ling Yunxiang didn''t fix her, they would force Ling Qingyu for a change.


    Half an hour passed before Ling Qingyu left her own room, with an unlovable face. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue immediately had their eyes gleamed in excitement. If not for retaining femininity, they had already howled.


    Like a Celtic goddess in natural gown, Ling Qingyu strode slowly. The emerald gem on the ne above the cleavage generated elegance matching her clothing''s color.


    Two jade bracelets wrapped on her wrists, highlighting the soft skin. The most outrageous change was her face. Under the two professional make-up, Ling Qingyu transformed into high goddess looking down on the mortal world.


    Thick eyebrows and strong petite nose, rosy lips increased her natural charm. Obviously, Ling Qingyu''s beauty strengthened. Of course, Zhao Xiurong and Ling Yunxiang only applied light makeup.


    Too much or less would never bring out simr magnificence.


    A mixture of gentleness and serene aura on her dress with iceberg beautiful face heightened the contrasting demeanor, surely attracting bees and flies on her every step. Sunlight revolved around Ling Qingyu as if without a halo, the world was iplete.


    Despite cloudy mood, seeing awestruck Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, Ling Qingyu expressed gratitude toward her secretary and sisters. Tonight, it seemed the stage would belong to her.


    Ling Qingyu sighed helplessly. She intended to stay low-key but her confidantes never allowed. A Cadic and a Bentley soon departed from the manor. 3 Range Rovers followed in the peripheral as protection.


    Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue in satisfaction, thinking about the gasps from the maids along the way. Even women fell under her peony skirts. She still remembered the green glows from Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue.


    Ling Qingyu patted her chest in fear. Luckily, these two didn''t press her down in front of others; she almost had a heart attack, when their looks devoured her body. The moment her body froze from fright and excitement was the feeling she had never experienced.


    But why her heart raised expectations?

 Chapter 218: Meeting scums on the road

    The Bentley drove at the front followed by a Cadic. Ling Qingyu grabbed the wheel tightly and rxed her fingers sometimes. Her eyes filled with worries and expectations.


    "Won''t I grab too much of the attention and offend others?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    The passengers twitched the corners of their mouths. The two were riding with Ling Qingyu¡ªZhao Xiurong and Ling Yunxiang.


    "Sis, what''s the matter with your words? What''s wrong with showing off your beauty?" Ling Yunxiang said. "Or do you want to curry favor from others?"


    Seeing Ling Yunxiang''s disappointed expression¡ªso you were such a sister who depends on others¡ªLing Qingyu fumed with rage. "I don''t need other''s help. I won''t be Ling Qingyu if I behave as you thought."


    "That''s my sister. So, what''s the matter by overshadowing others with your beauty?" Ling Yunxiang nodded."You''re known as the most gorgeous ice beauty in Province N. Tell them no one can shatter your number one."


    What number one? Ling Qingyu wrinkled her forehead. It appeared her sister wouldn''t be satisfied unless she offended all the influential women in Province N. But, the public number one enemy of women seemed not bad.


    What if they weren''t satisfied, Ling Qingyu had made friends with more beautiful women around her arms. She cared less about the other women''s conflicting moods.


    Ling Qingyu saw from the side mirror, her guards'' Range Rovers made a U-turn and returned to the manor. It was her order before she left her house.


    Many big shots wereing to this auction and her motorcades shouldn''t overwhelm other presence with her mediocre influence.


    Indeed, based on her publicly known worth of wealth, her status remained pretty average among the rich, even though this had changed when she spent more than 2 billion without blinking an eye in one day for a donation.


    Most people wouldn''t think too much except for a few who had far-reaching calctions like the Shen family, showing their favor.


    She could disy invincibility to the public with her beauty, but she never shouldpete with others during the entry and should stay low.


    Otherwise, the other wealthy and influential people would take it as an offense and be dissatisfied, wearing small shoes and posing many obstacles during her endeavor.


    Of course, she wouldn''t even bid an eye for their actions and could meekly solve them, but she disliked troubles.


    In fact, with her hidden wealth, Ling Qingyu could easily overthrow these so-called kings in Province N with a snap of her hand. Even to the point of matching up with those big ones in the capital, she faced no problems.


    Nevertheless, if she chose this way, her foundation would be unstable due to the quickness of time and endless waging of battles with more and more opponents, who were dissatisfied and scared of her existence.


    Thus, the longer and slower progress to upgrade had been Ling Qingyu''s choice all along. Her reputation, influence and status would easily catch upter as time passed.


    Of course, she wasn''t nning to spend more than a decade to reach her goals. With avable cheats, she had one year to rise up here and another 3 years to face these big ones from the capital.


    For now, Ling Qingyu slowly stretched her hands in every sector and increased herwork, without alerting anyone. Given some time, Ling Qingyu was certain to achieve her goals soon.


    The reason why her guards left confidently was because they could guarantee Ling Qingyu''s security. They had already seen more police presence in the area and with Instructor Tang and Instructor Su following behind, there must be no danger.


    Besides, their vehicles were both bulletproof and resistant to mines. Even if things went south, they could rescue quickly.


    On the way, Ling Qingyu also noticed what her guards had noticed. As they went closer to the destination, police presence became heavier, especially when left the highway.


    In addition, the number of luxurious cars seen around them increased by several multitudes. Even ordinary vehicles drove slower and away to avoid trouble.


    Just a small scratch could ruin their entire family. Where would they cry if suddenly something went wrong? Besides, the owners of these cars were usually fierce.


    Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue, seeing all these luxury cars heading toward the same destination. How much energy did Shen family possess to attract suchrge amount of wealthy people?


    Zhao Xiurong and Ling Yunxiang heard Ling Qingyu''s voice and understood. They guessed the same¡ªthese people in the vehicles were likely to be guests of Shen''s family.


    There was no simple exnation, seeing streams of luxury cars and sports cars flooded the road, except for tonight''s banquet.


    Just when Ling Qingyu focused on the front, bursts of engines revving screeched from behind. Ling Qingyu''s eyes were drawn to the rearview mirrors.


    Three supercars seemed to be racing, bringing havoc to other vehicles. A yellow, purple and white, weaving in and out between the cars. Ling Qingyu was driving to the speed limit yet the three annoying flies narrowed the distance quickly.


    In a sh, these cars passed by quickly, leaving exhaust roars behind. Ling Qingyu exhaled heavily, angry at the reckless drivers.


    Not long after overtaking the three cars suddenly slowed down and surrounded her car. Ling Qingyu raised her brows.


    She could see from the window these cars''s purpose. Seeing a few beautiful women inside, they wanted to observe closer and tease around.


    Ling Qingyu''s face turned cold. Zhao Xiurong and Ling Yunxiang weren''t better. They understood the intentions of the people inside three racing vehicles. But they were helpless.


    The girls couldn''t lower the window and cursed at them, showing an unsightly image and attracting more attention.


    Besides, Ling Qingyu couldn''t speed up or even slow down to avoid them. Stopping would satisfy their vanity and things might go wrong further.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue noticed Ling Qingyu''s situation from behind. Perhaps, Bentley attracted most of the eyes, they weren''t affected.


    Both were furious as they saw Ling Qingyu''s group being kidded around. Although they always suppressed and mocked Ling Qingyu every now and then, inside their heart were sweetness and a strong bond.


    Now that someone dared to mess with Ling Qingyu, if they didn''t show their fangs, people thought they were kitties. If not for the fact, that they knew Ling Qingyu''s life wasn''t threatened, Tang Ziyi would have rammed these bastards long ago.


    She regretted sending back the guards'' motorcade earlier. Where would these dandies have an opportunity to take advantage of them? She shouldn''t listen to Ling Qingyu''s words.


    Fortunately, they weren''t someone who wanted to take Ling Qingyu''s life. Yet, the threat still existed.


    "What to do, Sister Ziyi?" Xiao Yue gritted her teeth.


    Tang Ziyi clenched hard on the steering wheel. "The problem is we don''t want to bring another mess. Otherwise, we just crash and escape, then exin the situation to Yang Qingyue."


    She pressed a few buttons and all the windows became a little shaded. From the outside, the windows became tinted pitch ck; not even a shadow could be seen.


    "What did you do?" Xiao Yue asked.


    "I''ve modified every one of our vehicles to block views from outside. Let''s tell Ling Qingyu about the new features. It''s better for these drivers to get bored and leave easily... Athena." Tang Ziyi exined.


    Ling Qingyu, in the other vehicle, heard Athena''s suggestion and immediately tinted every window. "Don''t worry. They won''t see our faces. You can rest assured. Let''s drive and hope they''ll drift away." Ling Qingyuforted the two women.


    Zhao Xiurong and Ling Yunxiang nodded inexplicably, their tensions went away as new interest rose, curious how many new features were in this Bentley.


    Ling Qingyu happily described everything apart from important confidential ones. The two women listened with relish, forgetting the previous atmosphere, as they were intrigued by newer technologies.


    But their actions brought no change as these bastards still pestled around them. No boredom. Nheless, luck seemed to be on Ling Qingyu''s side.


    The blockade of vision stunned the people inside the racing cars and they were a bit unresponsive; the formation leaked a gap.


    Tang Ziyi instantly mmed the elerator as she swerved to the side, overtook one of the troublemakers and brakechecked it, scaring the other driver to smash the brake subconsciously, widening the previous gap.


    Having heard Tang Ziyi''s reminder, Ling Qingyu immediately exploited the situation and weaved in the car, then floored the pedal till the end.


    The two ck cars rushed out, leaving behind dumbfounded people in the sports car. Were their eyes dazzled? They wiped their eyes to see, uncertain and full of suspicion.


    A tiny ck spot and a pair of red taillights stood in their view.


    Dandies: "¡­???¡­WTF"


    In fact, they weren''t surprised by the maneuver but by the eleration rate those two ck vehicles exhibited.


    They even wondered if the roar they just heard from behind was a hallucination. Were their cars¡ªracing cars¡ªor the ck ones?


    People rarely thought luxury vehicles could have the ability topete with sports carsbut the specifications proved, it could easily surpass even the racing car on the road, provided it wasn''t on the racing tracks.


    Racing on public roads during regr traffic conditions shelved the super sports car aerodynamic advantages. There were too many curves, too many other road users to avoid. If a luxury brand with high specification and a supercar raced, they were on toe-to-toe.


    The three supercars quickly recovered and pressed hard on pursuit. They were more excited, seeing how the beauties resisted.


    Voom.


    Burst of mes spewed from the exhausted and the cars sped away.

 Chapter 219: Oops, Ling Qingyu offends Zhao Xiurong

    Swish! Swish!


    On therge road, two ck vehicles sped past other road users. After a while, three supercars quickly roared and flew by, seemingly following the trails of the ck convoy.


    The people inside the surrounding cars were stunned and spewed out curses after they realized what happened.


    In the broad evening, nearing rush hour, some drivers even raced disregarding thew. They hoped thew enforcement could solve them although they knew the probability was really thin.


    Most of whom with such expensive cars had connections high above. A mere fine and money to bail out, if the punishment became harsher, could answer anything. The world was unfair.


    Fortunately, everyone had cleared the outermostne, so that the other road users weren''t affected by themotion.


    None of the cars that whistled away cared about their thoughts. One was staying away and the other was chasing.


    The three supercars drivers thought they were ying cat and mouse game. In fact, it was Ling Qingyu''s reluctance to add more troubles and desire to stay silent during the turbulent times.


    Otherwise, those bastards who were troubling others likely faced Ling Qingyu''s ruthless iron fist. Not that Ling Qingyu wouldn''t retaliate, it was just not the time yet.


    The more they chased Ling Qingyu''s group, the more their eyes widened. The distance between the two parties widened as they drove on a straight line.


    Their supercars had a top speed of 250 mph, which should have easily narrowed the gap. But the reality pped their face into disbelief.


    As time passed, Ling Qingyu''s party furthered more and the mood of the people in pursuit changed from initial disbelief to surprise, then to shock and finally their expressions turned livid.


    They had one word, yelling inside. Impossible!


    If they knew the Bentley and Cadic they pursued were modified to an extreme, including increasing weight to strengthen the armor to resist ballistic impact and explosion, they might crash their vehicles.


    This was a super tank cruising at the maximum elerated speed of Kawasaki. No, an appropriateparison should be and jet flying over the surface.


    Tang Ziyi and Athena had upgraded every vehicle of the fleet, belonging to Ling Qingyu. Her personal Bentleys and Tang Ziyi''s Cadic were the most upgraded.


    Normally these cars only reached over 200 mph at top speed. After several enhancements, it was no problem to go over 300 mph. But that wasn''t the speed Ling Qingyu could control; so, she cruised around 270 mph.


    Her hands shaking and stiff on the steering wheels. Under her lead, Tang Ziyi could only follow with the same speed.


    After several miles, Ling Qingyu''s face darkened at the sight in front. More cars upied allnes ahead, and heavy traffic albeit the flow remained steady. How on Earth could she lose these bastards if she had to slow down again?


    Tang Ziyi noticed the speed slowing down and directed her vehicle a little to the side and looked ahead. Her brows raised and she instantly said. "Athena, take over your mother''s vehicle and quickly pass through ahead."


    "Yes, Aunt!"


    For the three pursuers, the atmosphere transformed from decadent to joyful, seeing the situation of the traffic ahead was in their favor. If They could keep pestering the girls, perhaps they might even sleep in the hotel soon.


    Ling Qingyu was calcting all the options when Athena spoke through. "Mom, I''ll take over the driving. You should sit back, rx, and enjoy the show."


    Ling Qingyu was stunned, and then freaked out. "Athena!" She blurted out.


    "Athena?" Zhao Xiurong''s eyesnded on Ling Qingyu. She knew what existence was Athena, when she saw the little cute AI chatting with her mother. She wasn''t too surprised.


    "Athena?!" Ling Yunxiang sounded confused.


    But Athena didn''t seem to hear Ling Qingyu''s disagreement and took control of the vehicles. Even if Ling Qingyu didn''t press the manual autopilot button, the car moved itself.


    Ling Qingyu released the wheel and lifted her foot. "Are you sure, you can drive?"


    "Trust me, Mom." This time, Athena showed up on the LED screen in the middle. Before Ling Yunxiang and Zhao Xiurong eximed¡ªhow cute!¡ªthey realized what Athena said.


    "Driving on its own? At high speed?" Zhao Xiurong asked.


    "That''s Athena." Ling Yunxiang''s expression turned weird, now knowing the identity.


    The steering wheel moved itself. Under Athena''s control, the Bentley rushed through a crowded space, weaving through the gap and snaked its way out, without losing too much of the speed.


    Athena''s control preserved efficiency and solved the main problems. But Ling Qingyu heightened her fears when she knew the car moved autonomously, especially when she couldn''t control anything and the car drove at a high speed.


    Ling Qingyu and the rest grabbed the handrail above and the cushion underneath to nt themselves firmly on the seat. Their bodies leaned left and right.


    "What the hell are you doing, Sister Ling?!" Zhao Xiurong eximed. "Freeing your hands and letting the AI drive!"


    "I don''t want to but¡­" Ling Qingyu wanted to exin.


    "Don''t worry, Mom. Aunt Tang knows your difficulty and wants me to take charge. I''ll give back control in a while." Athena replied


    "Mom?!" x 2 ¡ª Zhao Xiurong and Ling Yunxiang. Now they noticed how Athena addressed Ling Qingyu.


    "Now, is not the time." Ling Qingyu retorted, knowing well what the two women meant. "Athena, you''re sure you''ll do fine."


    "Don''t worry, Mom. As long as all sensors work properly, I got this."


    Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched and her face darkened. It would have been better if Athena didn''t mention the devices. Every piece of equipment was prone to faults.


    Murphy''sw stated things that could go wrong would go wrong. What if Athena possessed a crow''s mouth? Then, Ling Qingyu had nowhere to shed tears.


    Fortunately, what worried Ling Qingyu never happened. The two cars snaked out leaving behind themotion, blocking their pursuers. They didn''t stop until they broke away from the main road toward their destination and slowed down.


    Ling Qingyu regained control of the vehicle amidst Athena''s coquettish apology and sighed. Inside the Cadic, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue exchanged nces and were relieved.


    Instead of fearing real foes, they had to deal with immature youths. The problem was they couldn''t deal with their fists. Tang Ziyi called Yang Qingyue straightaway, exining what had happened and their reaction.


    Yang Qingyue promised to deal with the aftermath and guaranteed this wouldn''t ever ur again. Special task force would be created soon to fight against these simr reckless drivers.


    Ling Qingyu, on the other hand, requested Athena to record the supercars'' registration and owners'' names. She would tell these young men why her name brought fear across the Province.


    It was a small episode except for having a rush of excitement for a short while. The girls quickly forgot and discussed the oing auction.


    Soon, they saw long columns of cars lining up in front of them. Super sports cars like Lamborghini, Bugatti, Ferrari, Porche and many more came in different colors, unting their existence.


    There were also famous brands of luxury brands, from Rolls-Royce, Bentley, BMW to Audi. But they were in a few proportions.


    Usually in this particr kind of banquet, unless their status was already determined, many richpeted with their properties.


    So, mboyant super racing cars were in a majority in a line. Hoping toe to Shen family''s ceremony and build awork was the primary goal. unting wealth was another.


    "Tsk. Tsk. Look at those supercars. How dazzling? Those engine revs and smooth beautiful curves." Ling Yunxiang said. "Sis, I don''t know why you don''t drive a supercar but the old Bentley.


    Our appearance is too low. That''s why other underestimates us."


    Ling Qingyu humphed. "Only little kids focus on showing off. Don''t you remember the bastards in those supercars? Anyone owning them has the same issues." Sheined. "They''re the same type¡ªarrogant, narcissistic,ck of respect for others. We don''t bother to rte ourselves with the one using race cars."


    "Sis is mighty. As a younger generation, you''re the first one I see someone so mature matching these old gentlemen anddies." Ling Yunxiang boasted, shing a thumbs-up.


    From the copilot seat, Zhao Xiurong coughed and gave a dead stare at Ling Qingyu, who swallowed her words. Her eyelids trembled as she remembered her assistant drove a Bugatti!


    "Of course, there''s always an exception for everything." Ling Qingyu quickly remedied her sentence, to save her life.


    Ling Yunxiang threw back and covered her mouth as she giggled hard. She decided to plunge another knife: "So, Sis, what about our Sister Zhao? What do you think of her?"


    Suffering a critical strike, Ling Qingyu''s expression remained unchanged. "No one canpare with our Sister Zhao. She is unique and the best. Everything I achieve, more than 50 percent are due to Sister Zhao." Ling Qingyu ttered without blinking an eye.


    Ling Yunxiang gasped, unbelievable at Ling Qingyu''s behavior.


    Zhao Xiurong snorted and looked away, a wide smile stretched on her face. Her eyes glimmered with joy at Ling Qingyu''s praise.


    Oh, shoot! How many times had she heard her secretary''s snort? When did her secretary possess the ability to exude a domineering vibe? Bring the wifey version back. Ling Qingyu cried out inwardly.

 Chapter 220: Deep sisterhood

    After sessfully cating her dear secretary with sweets and candies, Ling Qingyu sighed in relief. Ling Yunxiang snickered as her eyes shone with cunningness.


    Unfortunately, Ling Qingyu was unaware her cheap sister was thinking of something bad behind her back.


    "But others might look down on you when you''re too hidden." Ling Yunxiang said.


    Zhao Xiurong thought for a while and agreed. Ling Yunxiang had some truths in her words. Sometimes, people couldn''t hide because they wouldplicate the situation if they did.


    Showing strength could easily solve going around the circle unnecessarily. Others might bully if they saw one as a soft persimmon.


    Ling Qingyu nodded. "I agree but sometimes having status is more important than unting wealth." She said. "When somebody knows you deeply enough, they''ll have awe and respect, no matter how you dress, how you live, or how you spend the money. Anything will be praised. Even wearing the cheapest watch will tter you like reaching heaven."


    No girls rebutted, because this was the universal truth. Nothing could stop people''s mouths. They would praise you one moment;ter, they would diss you until you doubted your birth.


    ording to Ling Qingyu''s words, it appeared status was important. Ling Yunxiang said. "So, Sis, you don''t care about the wealth?"


    "Of course, not. Without wealth, your status is more like a piece of paper. Both amodate one another and create prestige." Ling Qingyu replied with a smirk. "How about those famous actors and actresses? Aren''t they staying low in front of us, no matter how high their statuses are to the public."


    Ling Yunxiang pursed her lips. She felt Ling Qingyu was cursing her but she had no evidence. She could only snort her dissatisfaction.


    Zhao Xiurong curled her lips at the two sister''s interaction. Even though they weren''t close before, they still pressed each other whenever the opportunity arose.


    "There is no high and low. Everyone lives and dies once. " Ling Yunxiang knew she lost but she retorted indignantly.


    "Oh! I never knew you had a Buddhist mindset." Ling Qingyu raised her eyebrows.


    Ling Yunxiang: "¡­???"


    When did Buddhisme into y in this argument?


    Ling Qingyu: "Everyone has one life but who livesfortably with ease and struggles for their entire life, seems how people rank high and low."


    Ling Yunxiang rolled her eyes. Why couldn''t the eldest give in to the younger generation?


    Had Ling Qingyu heard what was in her sister''s mind, she would have choked and mmed the brakes, then got into the backseat to show her prestige and tell why the flowers were red.


    After some silence, Ling Qingyu opened her mouth. "Actually, wealth and status mustplement one another. Otherwise, others will see you as easily bullied."


    She said: "In fact, what I desire isn''t satisfying vanity from other''s awe. unting wealth is a child''s y in my eyes. I want power, with a twist of my finger, I can make someone down or someone rise. The power, where everything lies under my grasp."


    Her eyes shone with hunger for more to master leverage and control.


    Noticing Ling Qingyu''s change in temperament, Zhao Xiurong felt her doubt clear. She couldn''t point out the difference between the current Ling Qingyu and the one prior to the ident until now.


    Ling Qingyu''s thirst for power grew and the method of problem solving became more ruthless than ever. Which version of Ling Qingyu did she like?


    Zhao Xiurong didn''t mind the change, especially when self-control and discipline remained the same.


    Amidst the seriousness, Ling Yunxiang interrupted. "Power corrupts a person. Sis, when you gain one, you might not be the real you anymore."


    "Right and wrong depends on one''s will and righteousness, upholding morals as the final ground, what you worry will not happen." Ling Qingyu said softly.


    "Nah, Sis. Although I don''t mind you getting more powerful, just don''t indulge in it too much and live a normal mortal life sometimes." Ling Yunxiang replied.


    "I only swing my sword for justice and against those demons hidden in the world. To fight against a powerful enemy, you must be one yourself."


    "When you stare at the abyss, it will stare back."


    "If I don''t go to hell, who will?" Ling Qingyu red back and said righteously. Find exclusive stories on m_v l|e-NovelBin


    "Sis, why do I find you''re more simr to those INFJ personality type viins in the movie scripts." Ling Yunxiang said.


    WTF, I, who possess a system is regarded by you as a viin, Ling Qingyu thought. Even though she was preparing to f**k the real protagonists up, she shouldn''t be viinous, right?


    Well, if going against destiny child meant viin, she had no words to say.


    Ling Qingyu creased her forehead and ignored her sister''s chatter. The solemn aura dissipated with Ling Yunxiang''s participation. She was dead serious when she told the girls¡ªher thirst for power.


    Zhao Xiurong chuckled at the adorable interaction but she flickered her gaze on Ling Qingyu and remained silent in thought. What was the real goal of President Ling?


    Now that there were so many cars in queue, Ling Qingyu boringly trekked at a snail''s speed.


    "It seems like Shen family is so majestic to let others wait in line." Ling Yunxiang expressed dissatisfaction.


    Ling Qingyu and Zhao Xiurong didn''t speak. They were certain they weren''t the only party full ofints. Perhaps, the others were fearful of Shen family''s strength, badmouthing between closed ones urred.


    But that didn''t include Ling Qingyu. She didn''t attend the banquet or an auction, to raise her connection or curry favors from the Shen''s family.


    It was the personal invitation of the current Head of Shen family, which made her hard to refuse. As the two biggest in Province N, Ling Qingyu would offend less if she could.


    "So, Sis,pared with Shen family, what''s your real wealth?" Ling Yunxiang asked with her cunning eyes.


    She knew her elder sister possessed more than she disyed through several interactions and some behaviors which didn''t add up. Zhao Xiurong perked her ears too.


    "Well,pared to those bigshots, I can press them down and rub them across the floor with my wealth." Ling Qingyu told the truth.


    "Ha!" Ling Yunxiangughed out. "Says someone who hates unting wealth."


    Ling Qingyu shrugged. "I''m really telling the truth. In my avable time in the early days, I made ies from other sources."


    "Bragging. Keep bragging." Ling Yunxiang muttered. But her intuition told otherwise but she refused to believe it.


    Zhao Xiurong was the first person to know Ling Qingyu''s hidden wealth. Even she wasn''t sure if Ling Qingyu cracked a joke. Studying her boss''s expression, it might just be the truth.


    Ling Qingyu, from the corners of the eyes, realized nobody believed her statements. Why did no one ever believe her when she said the truth in either an arrogant or humble way?


    Time passed as they neared and saw a checkpoint, where the police officers interviewed and searched meticulously. She even saw her own guards, leaning on the back of the recently modified Toyota Foresters and Alphards, with their rifles slung on.


    Thebination of police officers and her guards appeared natural. She even saw some of her guards, chatting with the officers.


    It seemed her subordinates were having fun.


    Soon, it was Ling Qingyu''s turn and she rolled down the window, then smiled at the officers. Inquiring the details and her identity, asking for proof of invitation.


    Ling Qingyu saw one of her guards, waving at her inconspicuously, and greeted back. Their mere presence had assured many guests, worried about their safety.


    Ling Qingyu''s guards, mistaken as police special task force, after being seen in the footage of their battles against the perilous gangs, were very prestigious among the public. No doubts or questions arose about their professionalism.


    Finally, they were allowed to go into the venue after mirroring the underneath of the vehicles. Since she already vouched for Tang Ziyi''s Cadic, two vehicles quickly searched for parking area.


    As for driving straight to the entrance, they were only meant for high-tier personnel and VVIPs. Ling Qingyu certainly wasn''t included yet.


    Unfortunately, because their statuses weren''t very high, they didn''t gain any exclusive spots. Nevertheless, the venue security guards took over the responsibility of guiding the guests to find their parking spots.


    Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi parked, a couple of cars away and the people dismounted.


    Shen family rented thisrge venue so that the guests could fit in the cars. It also disyed their grandeur and spending ability among the rich circle.


    Ling Qingyu called Yang Qingyue and informed their arrival, then brought the girls to the entrance. She saw her own guards patrolling around.


    If she wasn''t mistaken, it seemed her guards far outnumbered Yang Qingyue''s subordinates. There must be a reason.


    As for where Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu went, she would know only after meeting Yang Qingyue.


    There were crowds of wealthy individuals, bringing theirpanions along and heading toward the entrance. Various fashions and brands worn on these individuals.


    When the group reached the entrance, Yang Qingyue stood by, neck craning for a better vision. Certainly, the police chief intended to scan around for their presence after receiving a phone call.


    A discordant exmation disturbed the atmosphere and attracted many''s attention.

 Chapter 221: Yang Qingyues growing affection

    As soon as Ling Qingyu and her girls stepped out of the vehicles, it drew attention from everyone. Where had they seen a collective group of beautiful women, able to score a perfect mark, in a single ce in a single event?


    Perfect dangling long legs. Tall, stunning and alluring. By tall, the girls'' heights were astounding, easily overshadowing the rest of the girls with only over 1.5-1.67m.


    Ling Qingyu''s group hovered between 1.7 to 1.8 meters, except for her cheap sister. The height also discouraged eager men from making a conversation.


    Whether it was Ling Qingyu''s iceberg temperament of an authoritative figure, Tang Ziyi''s mighty heroic aura, Xiao Yue''s soft yet firm demeanor, Zhao Xiurong''s mature and capable charm, or Ling Yunxiang''s sexiness, the impacts brought by every girl made others ashamed.


    No other girls dared to stand beside them forparison. Although the men aroundnded their gazes asionally on Ling Qingyu and the girls, no one stepped up and initiated a conversation.


    Life wasn''t like in the movies, where men couldn''t control themselves on public asions and acted ungentlemanly. In fact, the only reason they lost their self-control should be attributed to the corruption and the arrogance because of the power they held.


    Besides, the guests who were invited had a reputable status among the elite circle at the minimum. Everyone would act politely to avoid offending others.


    Unlike the second-generation dandies in those novels and films, the invited guest were sessful in their business and the ones who struggled for wealth.


    Their aura and demeanor were filled with elegance and maturity. This was the invitation of Shen''s family. Who in the right mind would send their unqualified descendants and ruin their public image?


    Of course, those really busy with work sent their sons and daughters to enrich theirwork. But there was one factor¡ªthey were indeed very qualified to represent their family.


    The bastards that annoyed Ling Qingyu''s group on the road belonged to the second generation, young masters, changing girlfriends like clothes and seeming to have never suffered a loss. When they did, their entire family copsed.


    Ling Qingyu''s appearance took most of the heat from the onlookers. She had been hot on Weibo yesterday. Her selfless donated amount to the public hospital and to the police force in City N raised her reputation to a high stake.


    Although there were some discordant voices sprouting ck why Ling Qingyu didn''t care about the vige and mountain area, they were quickly rebutted. It was Ling QIngyu''s belongings.


    Whether she desired to make them for selfish goals or sincerely donating, outsiders had no say. In any case, her presence aroused discussions. Some nning to initiate a conversation and brush a good card.


    Who knew in the future these contacts would allow them to survive a crisis? It didn''t hurt to make a friend than an enemy


    Of course, Tang Ziyi, Xiao Yue, Ling Yunxiang and Zhao Xiurong surrounding Ling Qingyu deterred many.


    "Let''s go." Ling Qingyu gazed at the onlookers and headed toward the entrance.


    In the midst of jealous eyes from thedies around, Ling Qingyu''s group marched toward the entrance. Men''s steady gazes hovered until they left the view.


    Ling Qingyu saw Yang Qingyue waiting for them and quickly waved her hand. Yang Qingyue smiled upon seeing her behavior.


    Her eyes stagnated when she studied Ling Qingyu''s outfit carefully and sparkled like a diamond. Today''s Ling Qingyu exuded her excellence. In Yang Qingyue''s eyes, the cold yet heartwarming goddess approached her steadily.


    Which mortal could withstand against Ling Qingyu''s pace? Her epic strides ceased to mesmerize Yang Qingyue''s vision.


    A dry feeling swelled in her mouth, a sensation Yang Qingyue never felt before, staring at the woman. Aware of her change in favorability for Ling Qingyu, Yang Qingyue tried checking out other women to see if she was really L.


    The result wasn''t surprising. No mood change. But in front of Ling Qingyu, some weird and itch seeped inside her heart.


    Now, watching the most alluring woman, unattainable by other men, getting close to Yang Qingyue made her proud. It seemed Ling Qingyu belonged to her.


    See, the goddess, everyone desired, willingly fell on her arms, Yang Qingyue smirked. She was the culprit who pushed Ling Qingyu out of the altar. Jealous? Yang Qingyue was filled with pride.


    "Sister Linge so early." Yang Qingyue stepped forward and grasped Ling Qingyu''s forearms. "I heard you encounter difort on the road. Don''t worry I''ll handle it for you."


    Ling Qingyu was stunned for a moment. Damn, when did Yang Qingyue be so proactive to approach her? Ling Qingyu had no idea how much effect did her gorgeous appearance take a toll on anyone who had an interest in her.


    "Of course. I have to be respectful and avoid others'' defamation of acting arrogant." Ling Qingyu replied. "Sister Ying looks so beautiful and caring. I can rest assured you''re going to take care of the aftermath."


    Ling Qingyu didn''t lie in her praise. Yang Qingyue wearing a ck suit and wrap skirt,pletely altered her precognition. A different vor entered her eyes.


    However, the stares Yang Qingyue delivered gave her goosebumps. It was the eye of the hunter on the prey that was decided. She must be overthinking after encountering the dandies'' event.


    From Ling Qingyu''s perspective, Yang Qingyue was the fish she was attempting to hook out of the cold water.


    "Haha! I''ll take care of those guys." Yang Qingyue said hurriedly. She was worried Ling Qingyu would flip the table in anger and begin breakingw. "You better put any dark ns aside under my watch. Girls, you''re all gorgeous." After Yang Qingyue hugged Ling Qingyu, she greeted the other girls.


    The onlookers paused and whispered to one another. It was no secret¡ªa close sister rtionship between Yang Qingyue and Ling Qingyu¡ªa pair of neer powerhouse in Province N.


    Yang Qingyue, as a righteous police chief in the official sector daring to pursue justice in the face of dangerous foes; Ling Qingyu as a dazzling queen in the business circle, known for her ruthless methods to crush her opponents by any means necessary.


    The twoplimented each other''s status and their opposite style of conduct perfected one another. Theirbination surely brought pressure on their enemies.


    Discussions brew as Yang Qingyue''s and Ling Qingyu''s actions attracted others.


    "Look how close the rtionship is. Province N won''t be calm under their hands."


    "Indeed, the two are famous for shaking pots in their professions. I''m sure the old fogeys are now in cold sweats."


    "I just hope the battle between titans doesn''t affect our business. I get the bad feeling, peace is about to be broken soon."


    "It''s a rare sight to see how our Province N will change for the better in the future."


    "If not for the same gender, their status resembles a match made in heaven. How good it would be if they were man and woman?"


    "Why do I feel like a Deja Vu when I see the two hugging each other? Am I thinking too much?"


    "Now that you said it, it''s not impossible for them to be a couple."


    Naturally, there were also sneers.


    "Two brats who haven''t seen the world, want to change the world. Disrespectful to the seniors and ying against officials is a double-edged sword."


    "Younger ones have no fears. They are too confident and arrogant. Staying low is the king."


    As for thements, the girls except Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue didn''t hear them. Xiao Yue stretched her lips into a mocking smile. Sometimes, ignorance was the easiest path toward downfall.


    If not for Ling Qingyu considering to avoid boiling Province N into a vtile state, these old fogeys you spoke about wouldn''t have time to breathe. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue thought.


    As close confidantes, they somewhat guessed Ling Qingyu''s n. Hearing outsiders'' analysis and thoughts, they had one response¡ªsnickering.


    Yang Qingyue and the girls praised nonstop and were about to enter when an exmation captured everyone''s attention.


    "What are you doing here?!"


    A couple of feet to the left, Ling Qingyu saw a staff member, probably arguing with somebody, dressed properly for the asion. She had no idea why the staff member seemed to repulse him.


    "You, who is working as a bartender,e here to the venue to mess around. Please respect yourself." The staff shouted indignantly.


    The crowd frowned at the staff''s behavior. In a high-ss event, the staff should handle the problem with dignity and respect, without straightaway annoying other guests.


    But many calmed their anger hearing thetter part. It must be the staff, getting impatient after asking several times.


    "Does it matter who I am toe here? I have an invitation and that should allow me to enter." The man said.


    "It matters a lot. I know you personally. There''s no way you can earn this invitation; who knows you might have stolen from others. You better save some shame and go back."


    Murmurs erupted among the crowds, excited to watch the scenes. Well, it wasn''t a waste toe early to watch the conflict on the sidelines.


    Yang Qingyue and the girls shook their heads and decided to ignore themotion. It wasn''t their interest to follow the crowd, not to mention a disruptive one, wasting their time. But their legs held when they noticed Ling Qingyu unmoved.


    Ling Qingyu heard a familiar voice and raised her interest. She walked a little to see clearly from a different angle who was the person forced away. Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched.


    In her opinion, the staff had be suddenly an idiot to force away the guest who possessed the invitations, by stereotyping the identity. He sure was going to suffer.

 Chapter 222: Face-slapping scene

    Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue at fate. As expected, the man quarreling with the staff was Lin Fan. A.K.A her nominal fianc¨¦e who messed around with other women or the stallion male protagonist.


    That was the reason why Ling Qingyu believed the staff must sufferter. Fighting against the protagonist never ended well. Even the strongest viin must kneel in the end.


    For a side character like this staff before Ling Qingyu, who wouldn''tst longer than a chapter, she only had prayer.


    Usually, the male protagonist seemed to have a halo around him, attracting enemies and causing others to look down on him subconsciously.


    She knew the famous scene of face-pping would be staged soon before Ling Qingyu. It appeared all protagonists liked to pretend and made others regret.


    They would try to suffer injustice for a long period of time and smash the other parties. Ling Qingyu only had one description for these kinds of people¡ªbrain disease masochist.


    Although she had some fanciful dreams to facep others and pretend, her identity didn''t allow such method. Before she said anything, her strong aura and the resounding name were the tell-tale signs.


    She had some pity for the staff who confronted the male protagonist. If Lin Fan was wearing improperly she could save this guy out of future trouble. But that wasn''t the case.


    Lin Fan had no faults. Even the dress had some price, where only the rich could buy. Her eyes could see through all of this easily. As a staff, regrly working in an elite circle, couldn''t he see a simple feature.


    No, he saw. But he refused to believe what he saw.


    "Stop pretending Lin Fan. As an old mate, borrowing dress and entering today''s venue, don''t make more trouble."


    Ling Qingyu almost vomited blood. Sometimes, people who were an idiot, were the most difficult person to persuade. Her previous n to care for the staff dissipated. No wonder, these types of people were facepped all the time.


    They deserved it.


    Ling Qingyu noticed a gleam and a sneer in Lin Fan''s eyes. He was delighted to make troubles. Doesn''t anyone notice his behavior? Or was it because Ling Qingyu knew Lin Fan inside out?


    Bah? What inside out? F**k, she stopped her chain of thoughts. Goosebumps appeared all over her skin.


    "I''ll make a call buddy. This is the real invitation card. Someone will vouch for me in." Lin Fan said.


    "I don''t believe. You can keep on pretending. Don''t I know who you are?" The staff didn''t relent.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes shed with strange sparkles. Wouldn''t the girlfriend or the girl, this staff member was aiming for, picked up by Lin Fan?


    Based on the urban literature setting, it had a higher possibility. Knowing Lin Fan''s hidden background from Miss System, Ling Qingyu already predicted the oues of thismotion.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue watched with relish from the sideline. They knew who Lin Fan was. Although Ling Qingyu didn''t mention anything, based on her expression and the current Lin Fan''s demeanor, this man wasn''t simple.


    Lin Fan met a dead end, facing Ling Qingyu''s firm disagreement and had to surrender his hidden thoughts, even though his heart filled with reluctance. But that didn''t mean he couldn''t solve this little staff member, full of hatred for him.


    What was this little guypared to Ling Qingyu, who spoke so well? Lin Fan made a call.


    "Sister, your little one is being bullied outside. Come and help me enter the venue." Lin Fan said with a grievance.


    Ling Qingyu''s group of girls almost spurted out the saliva and choked. Where was the domineering vibe you just disyed? Quack!


    Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue suffered the worst. They almost tripped, standing still.


    Because of the quarrel, more and more onlookers waited for excitement before entering the venue. Anyway, there were more than an hour before the event began.


    No one was in a hurry. Even Ling Qingyu wanted to see Lin Fan''s helper. An elder sister chosen by Lin Fan, should belong to his harem members.


    Damn, even if thisdy tried to prevent harem from growing, it appeared it couldn''t be stopped. Wouldn''t she fail Miss System''s mission then?


    [No, you won''t. I ask you to prevent it from growing unreasonably, not entirely prohibiting girls from loving Lin Fan.]


    Ling Qingyu felt relieved hearing Miss System''s words. As long as her thought was rted to the mission, she could hear Miss System immediately.


    ''Can I dig a corner, even after they became the member?''


    [You can try, but it''s not that easy.]


    ''Because of the protagonist halo?''


    [Nope. More likely, the reason is attributed to the protagonist''s features attracting others. There''s a positive attribute inside him already like a ma toward the girls.]


    ''So, once hooked. You can''t unhooked for life. That''s a terrible psychological hint to have.''


    [It''s the benefits of being a protagonist¡ªeasily attracting the opposite sex. Besides the elder sister Lin Fan calls for has long made love with each other before you even transmigrated.]


    ''I even felt pity for the staff member here. Rage consumes his rationality.'' Ling Qingyu shook her head inwardly.


    While Ling Qingyu''s group watched with excitement, Lin Fan noticed them from the corner of his eyes. He sighed inwardly, were there so many beauties in Province N?


    Howe he met them a lot these days? Even though he only captured the blurry figures, Lin Fan already knew these girls were highly attractive.


    When his eyes were directed in their direction, Lin Fan raised her brows. So, it was Ling Qingyu, his nominal fianc¨¦e, and her friends. Naturally, those rted to Ling Qingyu were remarkably beautiful, he realized how much loss he had after separation from Ling Qingyu.


    In any case, looking at Ling Qingyu''s standing-by behavior, Lin Fan was puzzled. He understood there was no way Ling Qingyu didn''t recognize him.


    Ling Qingyu should step forward and vouch for him. He knew Ling Qingyu must know his identity wasn''t simple. Even if she weren''t keen on having a fianc¨¦e, she should sprinkle good impression.


    It didn''t hurt to make a friend than make an enemy. From Ling Qingyu''s expression, it seemed she was waiting for him to face some embarrassment.


    Too bad! He liked surprising those who hoped the worst for him. Lin Fan thought.


    When Ling Qingyu exchanged nces with Lin Fan, she immediatelyprehended the inner mindset of the male protagonist and was disgusted. Even those watching from the sidelines were guilty in his point of view.


    He wanted her to solve his predicament. Where did his face put importance on her? If everything wasn''t in the way he expected, one became the viin?


    Having experienced Miss System''s lecture, Ling Qingyu expected nothing good out of the protagonist. Stand together with them to prosper or against them to be crushed. There was no middle ground.


    ''Tsk. Tsk. Miss System, look at his dangerous look. I feel so scared.'' Ling Qingyu said mockingly inside her mind.


    [C''mon. I''ll be a cheerleader for you. Ling Qingyu! Ling Qingyu! Ling Qingyu!]


    Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched. When did Miss System even learn to make DAD jokes? She was expecting to cheat gifts from Miss System. Her n to beg for rewards and guarantees went far away.


    ''System, what if Lin Fan ns something bad for me.''


    [You have all the tools at your disposal. Don''t overestimate Lin Fan too much. Your confidantes aren''t weak.]

 Chapter 223: Lan Xi

    Ling Qingyu agreed with Miss System''s words. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue seemed to be head-to-head with the protagonist in terms of fighting capability.


    It was her own conclusion,paring the experiences and years of training. The real result should be known after Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue fought against Lin Fan.


    Perhaps, Xiao Yue might suffer a little but Ling Qingyu doubted the young warlord''s skill remained the same under Tang Ziyi''s guidance.


    Remembering her key advantages, Ling Qingyu regained her courage. Her worries flew away. She didn''t bother to wait and stepped toward the entrance, dragging Yang Qingyue with her.


    The rest of the girls exchanged nces and followed her. After all, the following scene couldn''t be more obvious than the facepping moment.


    Ling Qingyu would rather see more beautiful women than eying on the protagonist. She hated seeing a pretentious guy.


    Before she got close to the entrance, high-heels nks came in front of her. A woman shadowy figure, view from the outside. Her interest was piqued as the rhythm of the footsteps exuded authority and confidence.


    Ling Qingyu''s lips separated as the woman came into their view. The girls beside had simr reactions of awe and sighs of praise.


    A tall slender figure with entuated curves inched closer, wearing a pink cheongsam above her high knees with two forks at the side and a dark yellow scarf around her neck. She catwalked toward Lin Fan, swinging her wrapped hips, and made eye contact with Ling Qingyu''s group, her expression turned amazed before returning to calm, and then passed by the girls.


    "Wow, so majestic and tall. A wide hip." Ling Qingyu murmured staring at the woman''s chest. "Only a little shorter than our Xiao Yue''s."


    Except for Xiao Yue, the others burst out sneering. "Pfft!"


    "You''re short. Your whole family is short." Xiao Yue cursed as she kicked the calves of everyone.


    "Ouch!"


    "Ouch! Sis, why are you kicking us? It''s Sister Ling."


    "I don''t care. I just find you girls, a nuisance." Xiao Yue muttered. "And you, Little Yun, don''t make a face. You''re even shorter than me."


    Ling Yunxiang was the most innocent; she just cracked a smile and suffered a cmity.


    Ling Qingyu''s group rubbed the area of the leg being kicked and rolled their eyes.Tang Ziyi chuckled. She was the only one who dodged Xiao Yue''s attack. She could see her move from a mile away.


    Xiao Yue pursed her lips, annoyed, because Tang Ziyi was the one whoughed the loudest. She only snorted and decided to ignore her existence.


    Tang Ziyi, knowing her mind, immediately sprung into action. Ling Qingyu ignored the movement behind her since she didn''t want to be fed love food again.


    She stared at the fair-skinned woman, who just passed by their groups and attracted Yang Qingyue.


    "What? Is she so beautiful?" Yang Qingyue asked.


    Ling Qingyu was about to nod but paused a whileter. She felt regret would appear should she give a positive answer. Her premonition was very strong.


    Stiffly turning her head toward Yang Qingyue, who was staring at her with a cold smile, Ling Qingyu chuckled nervously. "Indeed, she is beautiful butpared to our group, every one of us can suppress her momentum easily. Her hips are indeed wide and plump. She has a pair of long legs, but iparable with our best proportional ratios. The only merits were her big chests.


    I see, Sister Yang is more attractive in my eyes."


    Yang Qingyue narrowed her eyes dangerously and snorted, then turned her head toward the woman''s direction. She, like the others, was curious how this elder sister would solve the man''s predicament.


    What Ling Qingyu talked to Yang Qingyue contained some truths. When this amorousdy disyed her beauty alongside their groups, her shining spotlight dimmed.


    Still, for many, people were surprised and jealous of Lin Fan, for having such a gorgeous woman to apany him. But they were relieved when their eyes hovered over Ling Qingyu''s group.


    At least, this bastard could only grasp this level. In fact, the woman was also alluring from Ling Qingyu''s perspective, though she said otherwise to satisfy Yang Qingyue.


    The charm buried deep inside the woman''s bones, prompted every gesture to be filled with magnificence. Her temperament plus with her extremely mature figure killed all the men, including Ling Qingyu.


    Every nce theyid on the woman, rose the heat inside the abdomens. Ling Qingyu even rubbed her nose, which was getting warmer and regurgitated the Buddhist Sutra to regain herposure.


    She wasn''t a Buddhist but the only mysterious intonation she knew belonged to Buddhism. And Buddha never said non-believers couldn''t recite the sacred words.


    In any case, Ling Qingyu had firmer control over her mind. It worked. That was what mattered. Although she was able to calm her heated desire, her anger, seeing Lin Fan didn''t diminish.


    This bastard Lin Fan. Even if she tried, he still managed to gain the beauty. Ling Qingyu cursed at the unfairness of the world''s will.


    However, Ling Qingyu curled her lips as she remembered Yang Qingyue''s previous expression when her eyes were on the charming fox.


    It seemed tonight''s result wasn''t bad at all. She now sensed Yang Qingyue''s jealousy, which was one of the good news. It showed this pretentious police chief cared about her opinion. Things were going in the direction, Ling Qingyu desired.


    Miss System rolled her eyes at Ling Qingyu''s inner monologue and felt pity for Lin Fan in the future, though she also disliked this kind of male protagonist.


    "Sister Lan Xi, could you vouch for me? I''m in trouble." Lin Fan said with a helpless expression, opening his hands wide.


    "Hey, please let this man through. He''s mypanion." Lan Xi said with a gentle smile. Almost everyone subconsciously agreed with her words and cast envious nces at Lin Fan.


    Being able to obtain the rare opportunity to apany a high-ranking beauty, how many gxies had he saved in the past lives?


    "Madam, since you''ve said so, I should already let go but the event has stated only one guest can have onepany. How can I be sure you haven''t taken a person in?" The staff asked.


    The onlookers nodded. What the staff spoke was reasonable. Just because of the words, they couldn''t be certain, they were telling the truth.


    On the other hand, Ling Qingyu''s group of girls were stunned, unable to believe how the scene unfolded. Since the woman came out to exin, the facade should end. Instead, the staff kept pursuing at his risk.


    Besides, shouldn''t the onlookers disperse? Where was the staff reasonable? Okay, he was currently unreasonable to the guests over his authority. If he had some issues, he should have contacted his supervisor to deal with his suspicion. Not to mention,Lin Fan''s invitation paper was genuine too.


    Ling Qingyu saw everyone''s IQ out of the way. She even wondered if the protagonist''s halo was so effective. Even her girls were in disbelief at the asion and spotted so many anomalies. Perhaps, Ling Qingyu''s existence had nullified the halo effect.


    ''Miss System, is the halo effect too strong?''


    [Yes and No.]


    ''Howe?'' Ling Qingyu asked.


    [It depends on the person''s will and the aura they can exude outward. Firm belief with high boundaries and rationality won''t be easily swayed by a mere halo.]


    ''So, is that because of these advantages, I''m not affected?'' Ling Qingyu spoke with pride.


    [You think too much.] Miss System cut off the conversation.


    Ling Qingyu''s corner of the lips twitched. The system underestimated her attributes too much. Nheless, with Miss System''s assurance and her confidantes'' unaffected expression, her worries disappeared. Her eyes were drawn again to the scene.


    "How do I prove my words? Does my identity need your confirmation?" Ling Qingyu noticed Lan Xi''s voice turned chilly, contrasting her previous heartwarming appearance.


    Ling Qingyu whispered near Yang Qingyue''s ears. "Do you know her?"


    "No. But from her name¡ªLan Xi¡ªif she is the one I thought, she''s the Vermilion leader." Yang Qingyue replied.

 Chapter 224: Faceslapping turned weird

    Ling Qingyu''s brows raised. She was surprised but wasn''t too shocked. Which of the male protagonist''s harem members were simple? The leader of one of the four great gangs sounded appealing.


    Lan Xi was indeed beautiful, albeitpared to her and her girls seemed a littlecking; she was like a rose with hidden thorns.


    If one were not careful in plucking off the pedal, they might harm themselves. Ling Qingyu felt the same in Lan Xi and was more certain after hearing from Yang Qingyue.


    "You really dare to ask this from me. I''m quite surprised." Lan Xi sneered and stepped closer to Lin Fan and grasped his arm between her chest.


    Ling Qingyu was definitely jealous of such treatment. She also wanted to enjoy the beauty''s caress.


    "This is Shen family''s venue. Of course, I have to be meticulous with the arrangement." The staff said.


    "You little one represents Shen family. I say this is my man, then he is. If you have any dissatisfaction, go ask your supervisor. Now, please excuse me." Lan Xi didn''t want to waste time.


    "If that''s the case I cannot do anything but I''ll be informing my higher up." The staff, despite frustration with leaving Lin Fan behind, sighed heavily and reminded. "And a reminder. He seems to mess around with other youngdies behind your back. I don''t want Mdy to suffer; please be careful when dealing with him."


    Ling Qingyu broke into a wide grin, almostughing out inside. Lin Fan red at the staff, wishing to p his head off. Lan Xi appeared nonchnt but delivered a cruel smile at the staff member.


    As for Lin Fan''s affair, she didn''t bother to care. Her man had admitted the ambition to hug girls left and right. Her gaze steadied on the staff member.


    Did he really think she wouldn''t dare to do anything, given Shen family''s event? Lan Xi spoke: "I hope you mind your own business. I''ll handle my affair as I deem fit. I hope you can stay well after speaking like this to me."


    Lan Xi brought Lin Fan forward and paused. "By the way, in case you don''t know me well, I''m Lan Xi. Most know me as Rose, owner of the Vermilion Bar."


    The staff member who was causing problems stiffened. The onlookers also stopped their discussions. It was fear. Everyone discovered this rose contained more poisonous thorns than they had expected.


    Vermilion Bar might sound like a cliche; to the rich who had a widerwork or anyone who were in the circle, the ce belonged to one of the gangs known as Vermilion.


    Since this beautifuldy stated she was the owner, she had already spoken about her identity. Her patience seemed to have waned out, dealing with this staff.


    Her words sounded like a threat to everyone, showing she covered this man and would protect his shorings. Lin Fan cheekily smiled and pulled her by the waist, pressing close contact with his body.


    Lan Xi didn''t appear to reject his move and nudged her skin over his, with a look of enjoyment, raising jealousy around every man.


    This unknown guy had wrapped his hand around Lan Xi. Although many were patronizing this act of eating soft rice, they were envious. Howe they couldn''t receive the favor of a strong woman?


    Lin Fan: Soft rice? Eating soft rice is a skill.


    Yang Qingyue produced a soft cough, awakening everyone. Lan Xi and Lin Fan moved their eyes on her and were immediately embarrassed.


    Particrly Lan Xi, known for her fox-like mind, blushed at the thought that she threatened others in front of the officer.


    And that officer wasn''t ordinary. She controlled the entire prefecture police force. Although Lan Xi controlled her wording, doing so before the police chief stunned her.


    Lin Fan had investigated Yang Qingyue and knew her behavior. He hoped today''s act didn''t attract the police eyes. If he knew this was going to happen, he wouldn''t pretend to go alone ande together with Lan Xi, avoiding trouble.


    He scratched the back of his head and nced around, almost froze after noticing the crowd. Because thergemotion attracted the officers'' attention, he saw SWAT members, armed and ready, standing around, observing in his direction.


    Lin Fan gulped and nudged Lan Xi with his elbow, who also followed his gaze and coughed a little. In fact, Lin Fan had examined these SWAT members'' abilities. His intuition told him, he could defeat them one-by-one in closebat.


    But facing them in a team formation, he was sure to be repelled easily. As for capturing him after defeat, he thought impossible.


    His infamous title¡ªsoldier king¡ªearned while serving as a mercenary wasn''t for nothing. He had seen the SWAT units, Ling Qingyu''s guards, in a formation, disying perfect teamwork and training.


    For instance, among 5 of those who seemed to surround him, three of them had their hands on the firearms while the two took out non-lethal devices. One took out the taser; the other held a pepper spray. This all happened after Lan Xi spoke.


    Lin Fan spected based on the discipline and the feeling he had,cking experience might be the only disadvantage these SWAT members showed. Even then, after observing the video feed of their battle against the gangs, baptized in the hell of bullets, Lin Fan found it hard to point out.


    Lan Xi fixed her words to avoid, leaving a handle behind. Before, where would they give a shit about the police? Yang Qingyue''s takeover had increased pressure on them.


    "Well, I''m saying it so that the young gentleman knows, I care about my reputation so much so that I don''t bother to make a lie." Lan Xi said, giving an excuse to state that she wasn''t threatening others.


    Lin Fan hugged harder as if dering to the world, that Lan Xi was his. And Lan Xi was also cooperative, stroking his chest teasingly. The men were enraged. If not for Lan Xi''s name, they would have fought hard to smash this Lin Fan.


    Seeing the crowds'' reaction and ignoring the couple''s behavior, Yang Qingyue nodded, satisfied with her prestige. Ling Qingyu snorted as she removed her gaze from Lan Xi reluctantly. Anyway, she still had so many beauties around her. What''s wrong with leaving one to Lin Fan?


    Lin Fan heard Ling Qingyu humphed and looked over, only to see Ling Qingyu dragging away the rest of her girls.


    His lips curled up at the thought of seeing Ling Qingyu getting jealous of Lan Xi. She, who really wanted to separate so much, had dissolute thought and even couldn''t stand someone near him.


    Perhaps this young master''s action on that day had charmed her, Lin Fan thought narcissistically.


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    Fortunately, Ling Qingyu couldn''t read minds. Otherwise, she would have tripped over and embarrassed herself in public. Ling Qingyu would shove the middle finger regardless of the public asion.


    Ling Qingyu leaving in a rage puzzled the girls, including Yang Qingyue. Not many knew Lin Fan was her ex-fiancee, except Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, who understood she would never like men.


    But if others knew, they would even regard her behavior as a jealous woman in a vinegar.

 Chapter 225: Seeing a girlish man

    Seeing themotion was over, the guards dispersed and the crowd resumed their path. The staff member who was keen on finding troubles dared not move a mouth.


    Even if Shen family had his back, they wouldn''t fend off the big troublesome existence like Lan Xi for a small person. In particr, rich people rarely dealt with gangs directly.


    A good schr never fought against a soldier.


    At least, Lan Xi''s threat worked to stop Lin Fan from facing more troubles. No one took this event to their heart. Lin Fan felt dissatisfied that he missed the chance to step on the troublesome staff member.


    Although things went in a good direction for him, he seemed to not have vented enough. The facepping powercked energy this time.


    Nheless, instead of mockery like before, only envious nces remained over Lin Fan, who was in a good mood again after seeing Ling Qingyu''s deted expression.


    His so-called fianc¨¦e who dared to break up now surely regretted after seeing his peerless appearance. Lin Fan rubbed his chin.


    Ling Qingyu: "¡­"


    Tang Ziyi: "¡­"


    Xiao Yue: "¡­"


    The reason why Ling Qingyu stormed off before she saw a clear result was she already expected things to unfold this way.


    Male protagonists definitely liked face-pping scenes. They wanted to pretend to be a pig and show off as a tigerter. They would act domineeringly against those with the slightest fault over them.


    In Ling Qingyu''s opinion, they were harder to satisfy than the viins. Once someone offended them, no matter big or small, their narrowmindness exceeded someone''s cognition with a good moral and strong views.


    It was better to rte less with the protagonists. Ling Qingyu feared her subtle stagnant life would change into a roller coaster.


    Anyone rted to the male protagonist suffered, especially his harem members. That was also another reason why she was reluctant to leave Lan Xi beside Lin Fan.


    She felt pity for the future women who might enter his grasp. They would suffer heart attacks and retaliation from Lin Fan''s enemies, be taken as hostages ormodities to be traded off, and almost ruining their chastity, except by sheer good luck these women managed to avoid the tragedies.


    It wasn''t going to be a one-time event. This kind of peculiar situation would ur again and again, until the male protagonist defeated all his enemies.


    Before Lin Fan reached the pinnacle, Ling Qingyu wondered if any heroine would die from myocardial infarction. She wanted Lan Xi to be beside her well-protected from unnecessary harm.


    Ling Qingyu swore it wasn''t Lan Xi''s mature charm itching her heart to grab hold of many beauties toe. It was her righteous inner heart to protect and serve the weak and fend them from any harm.


    ncing at the side texture of Yang Qingyue''s face, Ling Qingyu''s ugly mood disappeared. She increased the pressure of her hand on Yang Qingyue''s arm and walked.


    A metal detector was ced in front of the entrance along with officers in charge, checking the identities and scanning for any threats from the guests. They didn''t dare to make any loose. Any attack or loss would change the entireyout of Province N.


    Imagine a collective loss of the rich guests; the damage was unbearable, including the economy and reputation. Not one dared to loosen their vignce.


    Each invitee could only bring onepanion and Ling Qingyu was an exception.


    With Yang Qingyue''s help, the group passed through without any problems. Unlike the protagonist''s urge to find troubles, Ling Qingyu desired to avoid them.


    Since Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue carried concealed pistols inside their inner thigh, Yang Qingyue personally vouched for their identities, without having to go through the metal detector.


    The two were regarded as undercover special police units responsible for inner security by the officers and were greeted warmly.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue epted the temporary identities and entered. The group walked along the aisle and saw several people gathered in numerous groups, chattering and discussing loudly.


    Bragging about their descendants'' deeds and sess. Sometimes, they pushed down their sons and daughters in miserable conditions.


    The groups of men and womenughed at the miserableness andpared each other. Ling Qingyu''s head grew big.


    So,petition could exist for any reason, even for miserableness. Although these rich people mentioned miserableness, they weren''t really suffering anythingpared to ordinary people''s struggle.


    She passed by these groups until a man came out and greeted her. "Isn''t this our famous young and talenteddy of our Province N? Your name brings stars to fall."


    Ling Qingyu rubbed the goosebumps on her skin away at the ttery. It was too much. This man raised her status to the sky.


    "Hello, Your Excellency; forgive me for not knowing you. But thank you, but I think you''ve overpraised me." Ling Qingyu said humbly while she observed the people''s reaction from the corner of her eyes.


    This man before her seemed to have an unusual identity, many aspired to get close, because she could see, others'' attention on her after this man spoke.


    "Of course, my little reputation is nothing in front of yours." The man''s demeanor was soft and strange for Ling Qingyu. He even twirled his waist around as he fixed his hair.


    Ling Qingyu controlled herself from vomiting. Before, she would call these types of people, mentally disabled. But now, her situation was worse than the man in front of her. She would be a fool if she cursed herself.


    Ling Qingyu waited for the man to disclose his identity. The man''s smile lessened and he scratched his hair in dismay. "You really don''t know me?"


    Ling Qingyu had several question marks on top of her head. Does she have to know someone, who hasn''t met or encountered before?


    Perhaps, Ling Qingyu''s expression was too explicit, the man coughed and introduced himself. "My name is Xiao Xian. I''m the general manager responsible for the sales of Chanel products in Province N."


    "Oh! Forgive my bad insight. It''s nice seeing you, Mr¡ª" Ling Qingyu said with a smile, while controlling the urge to vomit. Xiao Xian¡ªLittle fairy. What a great name to give oneself?


    "Call me, Xiao Xian. No need for honorifics. It''s my pleasure to speak with a beautiful charmingdy." Xiao Xian stretched out his palm.


    Ling Qingyu grasped his hand and shook it lightly. She didn''t mind shaking hands with this type of man, because her body didn''t seem to show any rejection.


    She saw no pretense, nor lust, nor malice. It was genuine admiration of a beauty from the man''s perspective.


    Xiao Xian was like an expert, appraising the value of the artwork. His eyes over Ling Qingyu were simr.


    For him, Ling Qingyu''s figure and appearance were too perfect. He swore her figure was the most proportional she had ever seen. Her physique disyed a mixture of Eastern and Western features.


    If he were able to sign Ling Qingyu to endorse thepany''s product, Xiao Xian saw money fly into his pockets easily.


    His sharp eyes could already tell Ling Qingyu would be famous worldwide and be an international star. No matter what dresses Ling Qingyu wore, the score would definitely go up high.


    Nheless, dreams were always dreams. Persuading Ling Qingyu to work as their model was the hardest step to start with.

 Chapter 226: Cooperate with Chanel? Hehe

    "So, Mr. Xiao Xian, no woman will ever reject someone praising her. I also feel the same." Ling Qingyu said. "I''m ttered to receive such remarks from the Chanel''s general manager."


    Xiao Xian sighed in exasperation. "But it''s a pity that I met a deadlock after seeing you."


    "Oh, I''m interested. What''s the problem you''re facing for a reputable fashion industry?" Ling Qingyu raised her brows.


    "Your excellent figure, ssy and cold temperament, and perfectly beautiful face." Xiao Xian pointed both of his hands, every time he mentioned Ling Qingyu''s characteristics. "You''re an absolute match to represent our Chanel products."


    Ling Qingyu giggled and covered her mouth, because she didn''t know what to say. She didn''t think what Xiao Xian said was false, since she also admired herself in the mirror every day. As Miss System''s handiwork, her beauty had already escaped the mortal realm.


    "Why, thank you." Ling Qingyu pretended she didn''t notice the recruitment as a form of polite refusal.


    "Please don''t refuse yet." Xiao Xian was unwilling to let go of Ling Qingyu. "We can discuss our cooperation between the two parties. I''m sure, Chanel will give a satisfactory answer."


    Ling Qingyu sighed and shook her head. "My focus leans more toward doing business and I found enjoyment, in watching and ying with numbers. I''m sorry to refuse your offer."


    Xiao Xian sighed in regret. He already expected such results but still attempted to persuade Ling Qingyu. "It''s really a pity and a loss for our humans to not see our greatest damsel."


    Ling Qingyu smiled in response. Are you kidding, she thought. Only a fool would ept the offer. Ling Qingyu had future ns to dive into the market and face simr industries like Chanel as opponents.


    Why would she even upgrade her enemies? As for why Xiao Xian didn''t see herpany as a threat, Ling Qingyu''s product hadn''t reached the elite tier and focused on increasing sales to ordinary people.


    Although Spirit Beauty & Clothing brand name had reached many ordinary families,pared to other venerable names, it still had shorings.


    Chanel''s intended customers were all wealthy and with qualified status. There was no sh at all in Xiao Xian''s opinions.


    But who could say for sure in the future? Ling Qingyu staged hidden ns, seeping slowly into every circle so that when she opened her hand, people realized it was toote.


    "I thought our brand name cooperating with yourpany would let mdy consider our offer. But based on the tone, refusal is certain." Xiao Xian shook his head.


    Ling Qingyu raised her eyebrows. Xiao Xian was definitely sincere in the cooperation. Just borrowing the brand name could increase herpany''s sales by arge margin.


    No sane businessperson would reject making more money. If Ling Qingyu didn''t have any golden fingers, she might ept the offer. She didn''t lose a dime except to show herself more to the public and faced a slight difficulty like those popr idols.


    "Mr. Xiao Xian''s generosity opens my eyes. I''m a little convinced. Too bad, so many works have pressed me a lot recently, and I''d have to say no." Ling Qingyu replied in a reluctant tone.


    Xiao Xian''s eyes brightened. He saw some possibility to cooperate and handed over his contact card. "It doesn''t matter. If by any chance, you change your mind, you can contact me."


    Ling Qingyu received the card and scanned it quickly and kept it inside her purse. "I''ll consider your offer and hope fates didn''t bring me too much work."


    Xiao Xian chuckled at her jokes and exchanged information. Ling Qingyu changed her mind, considering the gains and losses after cooperation.


    It didn''t matter if the two parties fought against one another in the future after the contract expired. In business, there are no eternal friends, only eternal interests.


    Her principles remained firm when dealing with social impact and humanities. But in a business war, no restriction stood before her as long as her conscience wasn''t impacted.


    If the cooperation could earn more money and prestige she required currently very much, Ling Qingyu didn''t brush away the possibility. So, she fixed her words, using an ambiguous strategy.


    "In fact, I don''t consider myself to work in front of the camera. My sister does." Ling Qingyu brought out Ling Yunxiang and introduced her. "She''s an artist and I think she''s more suitable."


    Ling Yunxiang smiled stiffly and waved her hand in greeting. Heaven, even though she was an artist, her name meant nothing in front of a huge industry like Chanel. She even wanted to crack a hole inside Ling Qingyu''s brain to see what her elder sister was nning.


    Xiao Xian looked at Ling Yunxiang and immediately made a judgment. Definitely stunning but the impact wasn''t what he desired. However, he heard a subtle subcontext in Ling Qingyu''s words about her prerequisites.


    He paused shortly as he made quick calctions. No matter the situation as long as Ling Qingu disyed her appearance, he gained benefits.


    Before he was about to speak, his assistant whispered a few words. Xiao Xian creased his forehead and nodded in understanding.


    Ling Qingyu, Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi captured the message. It was none other than describing the horrendous deeds of her sister. Ling Qingyu curled her lips instead of anger as she itched to facep and feel the moment.


    The time hade. It was her performance to shine like a protagonist. Too bad, things never went as she desired.


    "Your sister''s as dazzling as ever, as expected from your good gics." Xiao Xian spoke. "Forgive my assistant''s behavior; he''s informing me of thisdy to enlighten my blindness."


    "It''s alright, Mr. Xiao Xian. I already heard what your assistant said. Too much false repetitions can be a truth. I hope you can bear that in mind." Ling Qingyu replied.


    The assistant''s face whitened. Xiao Xian instantly said. "No, no. It''s a misunderstanding. I don''t have any precognition of your sister solely based on the gossips. As someone working in this circle for several years, my friend willugh at me if I cannot differentiate and if I am easily swayed by the masses."


    Xiao Xian quickly added: "It''s obvious, someone is attacking her and I''ll be guilty of adding more salts to the wound."


    "Sometimes, a slight pain makes a good lesson to be remembered for a lifetime. But let''s not forget, salt can cleanse wounds and prevent infection." Ling Qingyu smiled gently. "I''m sure, my sister will gain a lot and be mature. What doesn''t kill you makes you stronger, after all."


    "Indeed, as expected of Miss Ling." Xiao Xian said. "Haha, I apologize for my subordinate''s behavior."


    "It''s alright. Nevermind him; he''s merely doing his job." Ling Qingyu said. "We''ll talk about our cooperation if there is a chance. For now, please excuse me."


    Ling Qingyu left and the girls followed. No one spoke throughout the entire time. They listened to how Ling Qingyu dealt with the situation.


    Xiao Xian returned a smile and watched the group leave. After their figure disappeared from his sight, Xiao Xian removed the smile and grasped tightly on his assistant''s shoulder and snarled at him. "What do you think you''re doing? We''re just exchanging words. You can remind meter after the event!"


    The assistant wailed but controlled his mouth to prevent others from hearing. His superior seemed very girlish and had a weird personality but if the subordinates made mistakes they were in trouble.

 Chapter 227: Business world

    "Sir, I''m just worried¡ª" The assistant stopped talking because of Xiao Xian''s scary eyes.


    "Like I told you. Everything can be discussedter even if we have an agreement and I''m not foolish to ept the offer straightaway. Know your ce." Xiao Xian snorted. "If it weren''t for my remedy, I''m not sure what this woman would do to us."


    "What can she do?" The assistant wasn''t convinced. "We have worked for Chanel for several years. Her worth andpany couldn''t match us."


    "Yes, Chanel''s background is unmatched. But remember her resourcefulness and talent¡ªhow do you think she survives attack after attack from her opponents? Those who crossed her never had a good ending." Xiao Xian gritted his teeth. "Where do you think her ruthless title came from, Huh? She might not be able to fight against Chanel, but she sure can make us two lose our jobs."


    The assistant hissed with an unbelievable expression and asked trembly. "Mr. Xiao, then wouldn''t my previous act offend her?"


    "Luckily no. I hope. I don''t know; it doesn''t seem to affect her." Xiao Xian said. "She doesn''t reject my offer. Even ambiguity shows she no longer minds your behavior."


    "Whew!" The assistant patted his chest in relief. "But, Sir. Her sister, Ling Yunxiang is really nasty on the inte. You won''t believe it."


    The assistant whispered as he mentioned Ling Yunxiang''s event as far as he knew. Xiao Xian frowned and nodded.


    "Don''t think too lightly. These are all rumors. I can make a pretty good judgment of people." Xiao Xian said. "Even though she hasn''t spoken, I can see clearly in her eyes. Things aren''t simple. She might have offended someone and such a huge battle happens."


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    The assistant also nodded. They had worked in the entertainment circle for so long and interacted with various ranks of artists. They understood the dilemmas and muddy water involved.


    When both Xiao Xian and his assistant searched for Ling Yunxiang''s ck materials on the inte. None of it was found. Not a single one showed up. Someone had taken action.


    Both stared at each other and felt heavy. Ling Yunxiang staying near Ling Qingyu proved who had acted. The battle between Titans wasing soon.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t care about the previous encounter and regarded it as an opportunity for future cooperation. Everything was under her grasp. She left behind.


    Yang Qingyue opened her mouth slightly and closed it. Ling Qingyu noticed her behavior and asked. "What''s the matter, Sister Yang? It doesn''t look like the confident chief of police."


    Yang Qingyue teasingly punched Ling Qingyu''s shoulder and changed her expression to surprise. Unlike what she expected from weak women, who usually worked in the office all the time, Ling Qingyu possessed muscles.


    Her knuckles felt a hard sensation and her hands tried to grope around. Yang Qingyue stared at Ling Qingyu in amazement. "You have time to practice?"


    "I y gym and train under Sister Tang''s guidance every early morning." Ling Qingyu said. "Ouch! What''s that for?"


    Yang Qingyue punched hard on the arm and rubbed it lightly. "To test the strength and sticity. I envy you. You have so much opportunity to train with Sister Tang."


    Ling Qingyu also felt fortunate to have Tang Ziyi by her side. She expressed gratitude to Miss System, no matter how much Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue seemed to love teasing her.


    These days, she experienced how her strength grew tremendously in a few days, even leaving behind her body in her previous life by arge margin.


    The upper body strength and stamina wereparable to a boxer, having onlypeted for the first few years. The lower body was nothing short of astonishment in Ling Qingyu''s eyes. The kicking power contained in her leg muscles could throw a strong grown man weighing over 180 pounds a few meters away.


    Even Tang Ziyi, after measuring her strength, couldn''t close her mouth in shock. Shemented Ling Qingyu should work in her field of work, weaving dangerously in life and death battles. She even swore, Ling Qingyu would reach the pinnacle of humanity in terms of strength and body potential easily.


    Hearing her words, Ling Qingyu, who was immediately frightened, begged for mercy. Who wanted to hover between the worlds of life and death if it wasn''t necessary, particrly for a wealthydy like her? She hadn''t even squashed a small portion of her richness.


    Despite the training, her figure and beauty weren''t damaged. The plumpness and softness still existed. Yet, the muscle fibers in her body went firmer and increased weight. Reluctant to possess a king-kong Barbie, Ling Qingyu talked with Tang Ziyi about her worries.


    Fortunately, Tang Ziyi knew several ancient heritage methods and scientific ones to create an exercise solely for her. Resistant training instead of breaking. Repetition of sets instead of achieving quick sess.


    Training for more endurance and quick energy production during anaerobic moments. Explosive strength was the key. As a female, she didn''t neglect legs strengthening for both beauty and power. The most vital aspects of the massaging method after a tired and strained body ensured her body didn''t change too much.


    Although her muscles had strengthened several times, Yang Qingyue''s concentrated punch reached the nerve tissues in between the muscles and pain struck instantly.


    "Hiss! Alright, but you don''t have to try, I''m still a beginner." Ling Qingyu muttered in distress. "What are you gonna ask just now?"


    "Hmm¡­Did you just make a business deal in a conversation with the Chanel''s guy?" Yang Qingyue asked.


    Ling Qingyu had ck lines after hearing ''Chanel''s guy''. The worst way to name a person. "Yes, what''s wrong? It''s just a negotiation for a deal, not a real cooperation." Ling Qingyu said with a shrug.


    She patiently exined to her police wifey, the event going on behind the words exchanged between the business parties.


    Everything was just for good business. There was no agreement or refusal. No one offended the other without valid reasons or extreme hatred.


    Even a slight hate would be dissolved under interest. Hearing how the business deal was going on in between the conversations, Yang Qingyue was amazed.


    "Don''t look at me like a witch bringing weird stuff." Ling Qingyu chided. "It''s the same in politics. A conversation happened before the real frameworks had been negotiated. "


    Yang Qingyue nodded. She hadn''t dealt with other officials on the table like Ling Qingyu said, since her time wasn''t long yet. Although the position was stable, Yang Qingyue hardly interacted with the officials.


    The onlymunication was with the mayor,missioner and the judge, the highest in their tiers among the officials in Province N. During the dialogue, she used guns and threats to negotiate.


    Where had she ever exchanged tits-for-a-tats with the officials? Yang Qingyue directly blew everyone''s hidden rule and chose the fist.


    Of course, the reason why she chose this way was her skills in officialdom were inferior to these old gingers, in addition to not desiring to waste her brain power tackling word battle.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t mention Chanel could likely be her future opponent. There must be a fight between the two in the future, regardless of whether the two reached cooperation and signed contract or not.


    Yang Qingyue wouldn''t be interested in her n but keeping something secret was better. As for the fight or dy, Ling Qingyu didn''t feel anything wrong with backstabbing after the two cooperated.


    Naturally, she wasn''t a white-eyed wolf or a snake, harming the benefactor. If Chanel turned out to be a valuable and righteous partner, their ideas were out of the mind.


    If the other party was her deep close allies or friends, this idea would never pop up in the first ce.


    However, for mere cooperation, backstabbing seemed unrighteous but didn''t appear wrong in Ling Qingyu''s opinion.


    She was certain, that should Chanel find an opportunity to take over her work and gain big benefits, they also wouldn''t hesitate.


    In the end, the two parties stayed only in a business rtionship. No one owed one another. If one couldn''t be cruel, the other would. To survive, only when others feared you, you would gain a breathing ground.

 Chapter 228: Retaliatory move by Ling Qingyu

    Stepping into the main ce, Ling Qingyu''s group paused and scanned around. It was so huge, filled with hundreds of tables.


    She couldn''t bear to estimate the number of guests. Quite unimaginable in her opinion. Those invited to the auction or banquet weren''t simple characters.


    Unless they had great influence and wealth, Shen family wouldn''ty a nce. The past Ling Qingyu had never received invitation to simr events hosted by the big and powerful families before.


    Her wealth unattainable by many ordinary people disyed nothing in front of the giants. But Ling Qingyu reckoned it was likely herwork and foundation which didn''t attract the attention of big shots.


    Her reason was simple, because she saw many wealthy individuals whose worth was several times lower than hers. Or, perhaps this was the first event hosted by Shen family, they lowered the requirements.


    In any case, in the most chaotic and poor Province, she still discovered there wererge numbers of rich individuals. She didn''t dare guess the situation in the wealthier region and the capital.


    While her thoughts raced through several aspects, only a few seconds passed in reality. Yang Qingyue pushed Ling Qingyu gently with her arm and gestured her head toward the right.


    Ling Qingyu followed her gaze and saw Mr. Shen, who sent her the invitation a week ago, walking in her direction. She paced forward and saw him stretching his hand out.


    She shook hands, released her grasp quickly, and greeted. "Mr. Shen. Long time no see. It''s been a week since west met."


    Although handshakes meant nothing, Ling Qingyu wanted to avoid contact with men unless necessary or a close one. But at public asion, it was better to not embarrass the host.


    "Ms. Ling. I don''t need to tell you but I''ll say, you''re a fairy now. You captured the limelight of the banquet. I''m even worried whether the event will go smoothly." Mr. Shen said with a chuckle; his eyes nced at Yang Qingyue on the side.


    "Oh, forgive me for not seeing you. Wee, our respected chief. Your presence shines our event."


    "Hmm." Yang Qingyue hummed coldly in response. She didn''t want to bother talking with a man whose eyes onlyid on Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu''s face darkened. What was the matter with Sister Yang''s answer? Could you be so perfunctory?


    Mr. Shen was puzzled but as someone with a keen social ability, heughed and cracked small jokes. Afterward, the man personally brought the group to the front of the stage under everyone''s eyes.


    He left reluctantly after Ling Qingyu and the girls took a seat. The rumors were true. She and Chief Yang were very close, closer than the sisters sharing bloodlines.


    To be frank, he had discussed with his old man, the possibility of arranging marriage between him and Ling Qingyu. Such a perfect woman with parallel talent, every man would be a sage if they didn''t desire her.


    Both of their backgrounds weren''t bad and he thought except for fewer contact with Ling Qingyu, his status matched hers the most.


    The old man and he nned after this banquet, he would strive for her heart but things changed. Ling Qingyu''s act of donating 1 billion without any reluctance and additional funding of the police force, poured cold water over his head.


    Spending over 2 billion within a few weeks easily showed Ling Qingyu''s wealth. Although it was hard to estimate the exact amount, Mr. Shen and his father coulde up with a rough number.


    Ling Qingyu should have at least 5 billion free cash at her disposal. This amount of money was terrifying even for their rich worth. They decided to postpone any n for Ling Qingyu and wait to see her actions a few monthster.


    Another surprise was Yang Qingyue''s rtionship with Ling Qingyu, disrupting everything he had nned for. Ling Qingyu''s support for the new police chief also made the Shen family think twice on which officials they were supporting.


    Ling Qingyu''s sharp eyes and talent proved there must be a reason why Yang Qingyue was selected. Every other family thought the same way. No one knew the reason was very simple¡ªshe liked Yang Qingyue and couldn''t bear to let her girl face failure.


    ...


    Ling Qingyu''s group sitting around the table attracted attention, especially when Ling Qingyu was personally led toward the seats by Mr. Shen himself.


    It appeared there were separations among the wealthy elite circle. The third-rate belonged to a worth of a single-digit billion individuals and many artists in the entertainment circle.


    The second rate belonged to 10-50 billion worth, which was the range Ling Qingyu should belong. Famous artists were also in the criteria.


    First-rate disyed the most wealthy lists of Province N. Over 60 billion yuan of worth. They were both rich and powerful. Kings and queens in the entertainment circle, famous across the entire province or reaching nationwide also belonged to this category.


    Super-rate stayed above and only belonged to big powerful families like Shen and Xia. The seats were arranged ording to the ratings and the closer to the stage, the more powerful the individual represented.


    Moreover, her group was ced at the forefront of the entire hall, where officials and big people in the elite circle were eligible to sit. But no one thought Ling Qingyu''s group didn''t deserve the arrangement.


    Yang Qingyue''s official title and Ling Qingyu''s previous huge spending had raised their status to the peak. But, they weren''t the focus; Ling Yunxiang was watched by everyone.


    Initially, she wasn''t noticed hidden among several beauties. But Mr. Shen''s presence caused more people to observe and discover her existence.


    Her ck material news had spread around the entire country thanks to the big guy, she somehow offended without her knowledge.


    People discussed about her recent events. For the riches, sometimes spreading gossip was considered a recreational act to spend the time.


    Yet, this time, fierce murmurs were exchanged. Usually, no one in their circle would bother to care about which artists slept with whom. The entertainment circle was dirty and troublesome; everyone knew.


    Nheless, Ling Yunxiang''s event was strange. Even though they knew she likely offended someone to spread malicious news, everything about her had disappeared since yesterday and only good news and whitewashing were spared, as if someone powerful had taken action.


    Some ck fans attempted rumors and smashed more dirty water but they were soon overturned. Those posts were quickly deleted and the ounts were banned.


    There had been news for those who were reluctant to give up had their devices hacked as warnings. Some even lost important files and data.


    A few refused to give up and tried to ck to express anger. As a result, their devices were really done for and no longer worked. People began to fear and stopped their malicious actions online.


    Whether the news received was true or not, Ling Yunxiang''s name reached the top search box. Many were curious about who was helping her, for a small artist to offend a bigger opponent.


    The event attracted relevant departments to investigate the trace and found none. The special cyber division was even toyed around till everyone gnashed their teeth and almost mmed the keyboard. Although their suspicion was quickly drawn toward those rted to Ling Yunxiang, there was no evidence to ascertain or point out any culprits.


    Now, the individuals around had some guesses, as their eyesnded on Ling Qingyu''s figure. Everyone discovered Ling Yunxiang has a true backing. Although Ling Qingyu''s presence around Ling Yunxiang didn''t prove their conjecture, people believed their intuition.


    But no one spoke too much about Ling Qingyu or dissed her. First, they weren''t sure. Second, it was none of their business. Third, they had long wanted to teach these abusive people online a memorable lesson a long ago.


    If Ling Qingyu was the culprit who messed around the inte because of Ling Yunxiang, everyone would stand up and p for her.

 Chapter 229: Her actions in the past days

    In the past two days, Ling Qingyu requested help from Athena and Tang Ziyi to sort out her sister''s affair. The effect was quick and immediate.


    The inte was clear of Ling Yunxiang''s ck material. They hired some groups to reason her sister''s impossible scandal and provided spections of being wronged by the masses.


    Whitewashing operation was a better term. The other was to suppress any dissidents online. No matter who their identities were¡ªkeyboard warriors or even passers-by who didn''t differentiate rights from wrongs.


    With Athena''s capabilities and Tang Ziyi''s guidance, deleting all the posts rted to Ling Yunxiang was very simple, even if people tried to name her using different phrases or keywords. It never worked before the mighty Athena''sputing power.


    As long as the topic referred to Ling Yunxiang, they were under Athena''s eyes, who took action instantly. Only the good ones were allowed to surface.


    For those who refused to acknowledge and purposely threw specks of dirt over her sister, Ling Qingyu gave the two the green light to hack them and warned them.


    If the same person continued, threatened them with a loss of important files. The same person refused to give up, then the total destruction of the devices was on the agenda.


    Even Tang Ziyi could easily create a virus to destroy the electronic devices; Athena didn''t even need one and her simple coding could fry the chips.


    Some might argue Ling Qingyu''s action had overstepped her boundaries, breaking ethics and morals, while attracting unnecessary attention from the relevant departments.


    Ling Qingyu had confidence in Athena and Tang Ziyi. And as expected the government departments were helpless and stopped trying.


    As for ethical consideration and morals, Ling Qingyu had simple words¡ªscrew off. In a situation where exposing the truth was necessary and legitimate means appeared insufficient due to the influence of a powerful family, Ling Qingyu understood her method was the only option.


    Why not try investigative journalism, legal action, social media campaigns, persuading influential figures to back her sister, and let her sister ept public appearances and interviews?


    Investigative journalism might work but time was of the essence. Who knew whether the journalists epting her request backstabbed her in the next moment?


    Pursuing legal actions merely scratched the surface. It cured the symptom, not the root cause.


    Athena and Tang Ziyi hiring several other parties and working to reverse the trend were included in the social media campaign.


    For the influential figures, Ling Qingyu would be happy if there was even one who would vouch for her sister. Unfortunately, many were reluctant and too frightened toe up for a truth. They never dared to offend the powerful party. Every man for himself.


    Public interviews might even worsen Ling Yunxiang''s situation till the trend was in her favor. It might be an option but not now.


    Ling Qingyu''s actions, although unknown to many, received praise amidst the outcry of injustice. People had hated those keyboard warriors.


    Cyberbullying and online punishment were out of the legal considerations. The penalty even if found guilty ceased to frighten the culprit.


    In the past, people with or without influence attempted to sendwyer letters to dissuade the keyboard warriors but were to no avail. It meant nothing to the masses.


    Just in time, these hacking events seemed to vent many people''s frustration on the keyboard warriors, particrly those who suffered unfair treatment.


    When had the people ever seen those so-called keyboard warriors suffer terrible losses? Theints and outcries for the officials to step in against these hackings satisfied many.


    Despite their demands, the officials were also stuck. They had no idea who, where, and why? All attributed the reasons of the hacker likely being a fan. Many in the special department were even considering recruiting this hacker to improve cyber security.


    No matter what all the abusive online users suffered a dumb loss.


    Such direct punishment through hacking was unprecedented. Naturally, because the event urred nationwide, there was a downside for Ling Qingyu, bing the number one enemy on the inte.


    Fortunately, the identity and the method were well-hidden by Athena. Or it should be an understatement. Athena''s attack was like a dimension-reduction blow. No technology in the world or talent could follow. The chasm between the levels was as vast as a universe.


    However, Ling Qingyu gained a piece of important information through Athena''s and Tang Ziyi''s investigation. They found the true culprit behind the attacks on Ling Yunxiang.


    The Qin family in the capital. Her sister''s suspicion had be true. Ling Qingyu couldn''te up with a single rational excuse, unless she agreed to Ling Yunxiang''s words.


    Was it simply, because Ling Yunxiang attempted to draw a CP, as asked by herpany? Then, Qin family''s response was murdering people.


    They could have cleared the doubts through a press conference. Their reputation and past prestige could easily uncover the truth and solve people''s misunderstandings.


    Instead, they attempted the most violent choice. So, Ling Qingyu also retaliated with violence. She even suspected the decision maker in the Qin family was simr to the male lead in female protagonists'' novels.


    Those who offended him, deserved to be killed!


    Those who were nuisance before him, deserved to be killed!


    Those who tried to seduce him, deserved to be killed!


    Those who created an obstacle for him, deserved to be killed!


    Such actions were like a tyrant in Ling Qingyu''s sight. The overbearing people, merely due to possessing a bigger background, struck at anyone without even considering the consequences ording to their moods, didn''t deserve to be in a high position.


    Ling Qingyu was certain, those who stepped up thedder by themselves through their sweat and time, would never behave like the Qin family. Only, the descendants, who had never suffered, chose domineering actions.


    And Ling Qingyu was also the one who fancied destroying these tyrannies. Ling Yunxiang being attacked gave her more excuse to participate. She disliked seeing such kinds of people in this life and in the past life.


    Of course, there were others, who tried stepping on Ling Yunxiang but none of them were important figures in Ling Qingyu''s eyes.


    The famous artists who were involved in the event, might cry andmit suicide in anger. Their fame didn''t even enter Ling Qingyu''s thoughts. All these they had fought for were nothing.


    However, Ling Qingyu didn''t lift Athena''s blows on them and let her daughter expose their ck materials. Let them taste the fears and stresses her sister experienced in the past.


    As for the Qin family, Ling Qingyu thought more but still struck them. Athena hacked into their server and exposed the dark sides of theirpanies, suffering both reputation loss and billions of yuan burnt to ashes.


    Athena didn''t forget to follow Ling Qingyu''s orders to warn the Qin family to stop their actions or face consequences. As soon as dark materials were uncovered, Qin family had to kill their own subordinates because of public outcries.


    Many were arrested and thrown to jail, likely to never see the outside life again, after following Qin family''s orders. They were scapegoats.


    Ling Qingyu knew she could strike harder but held her breath. Too much cornering could backfire and things might be out of her control. Just give the Qin family some time to survive, unfortunately.


    Her powers were still unstable and weakpared to the big families. If herwork strength rivaled the Shen family, she wouldn''t even consider, withholding her blows.


    Although there wasn''t any evidence against her, too many coincidences urred and it was hard for people not to suspect her.


    Ling Yunxiang was her sister and this event preceded after the two got together.


    Ling Qingyu, herself, was ready to fend off the quagmire before Yang Qingyue intervened and halted all uwful actions, preventing anyone from investigating her, without any legal basis.


    She expected Yang Qingyue to question her soon, since her soon-to-be police wife knew the hacking capability she possessed.

 Chapter 230: Punishment by the masses are rarely good

    Societal punishment due to norms wasn''t the best framework in anyw. It was never the correct way. People always thought these kinds of punishment were the best until it fell upon them.


    There was no so-called fairness in the world, even worse in this particr punishment. They were based on public opinions, a tool easily manipted by the powerful to their will.


    When public anger rose and some people manipted them to their advantage, it became scary. Such was the dark times during the medieval era when religions suppressed many dissidents or any one in doubts.


    The worst example should be the eradication of the witch movement. Any women exceeding what they considered the norm were quickly judged.


    Another close example was using the woman of adultery case. In historical records, the punishments were so appalling for the females yet none even damaged the men. Some women might be willingly doing it while others were forced.


    But because thew heavily relied on the social norms rather than heeding toward fairness, it was impossible for a true judicial system to appear.


    The unfair treatment was caused by the societal punishment. Based on the horrific consequences, the truth leaned toward more women wrongly used or forced.


    Ling Qingyu read so many stories about how women fought against one another and eliminated theirpetitors to their marriage partners. Or how the men forced the woman and got away, by simplybeling the woman as slut. They might be fiction but the event depicted the realities.


    In the modern era, things got better and no longer depended too much on society views but rather on the evidence. However, some countries adhering to traditional value existed.


    Traditions weren''t bad but changes were meant to happen and people must adapt to an era. Staying behind based on ancient words only represented foolishness and blind faith.


    Ling Qingyu abhorred social punishments, where most were controversial, hurting more innocents than the real bad. Her cheap sister''s experience was the same.


    The keyboard warriors and many people scolding her sister on the inte were exactly public punishment utilized by people with interest.


    The public thought they were pursuing justice but in Ling Qingyu''s eyes, they were a mere mascot bending to others'' will without independent thinking.


    Some might only be venting their burden and pressure off on the inte. This possibility couldn''t be neglected.


    In any case, regardless of society''s horrifying actions¡ªcyberbullying or more¡ªno one ever had remorse, thinking they had done something wrong.


    Many cases where people suicided because of depression or suffered anxiety disorder and had to undergo treatment, came up, yet people ignored their mistakes and moved on as if their actions weren''t their own.


    No responsibility for their words and remarks. No apology in the slightest sincerity apart from a very few. The victims suffered a dumb loss without receiving any justice.


    This particr tragedy urred because people knew their actions didn''t have consequences. It was one aspect, regarding freedom of speech and the online world, whichcked judicial control, leading to these results.


    People were still battling over the inte regarding this issue but one thing was certain¡ªactions should have consequences.


    Normally, Ling Qingyu wouldn''t bother to care what the keyboard warriors did or who suffered public pressure. Nheless, Ling Qingyu couldn''t ignore when Ling Yunxiang became the victim.


    Since the legal consequences for the perpetrators were close to none, Ling Qingyu sought her own method. It was direct and fruitful. If she went through legal means, she was certain to stop her sister''s suffering but wouldn''t receive any statements.


    If in any case, they wouldn''t receive a dime from the perpetrators, why should she act soft.


    The wealthy individuals around Ling Qingyu''s table soon focused on her afterying their eyes on Ling Yunxiang. More eyes than ever before with a taste of inquiry.


    They recalled both of their surnames were Ling and their eyes shone with glimmer in understanding. Since the two were rtives, it made sense for Ling Qingyu to take action.


    The more they stared at Ling Qingyu, the more mysterious she became. Ling Qingyu sat down like a goddess in heaven, full of mystic aura yet strong vibes, overlooking the mortal world.


    People could never understand her method. One ingenious way after another popped out of her hand like magic.


    Or Ling Qingyu might have some rtions with a prominent hacker to request help for Ling Yunxiang. People believed she was rted.


    Since their thoughts ran in this direction, people from the Qin family thought the same. Naturally, they moved for collective punishment. They could never swallow their defeats.


    But Ling family wasn''t a soft persimmon and naturally fought back. Ling Qingyu also prepared ns should Qin family reach out to her.


    Yang Qingyue''s protection solved the problems. Officials rted to Qin family could indeed continue pursuing but were afraid of the consequences if no evidence or handles were found.


    With Yang Qingyue''s backing, Ling Qingyu''swsuit could even bring them down from the positions, in which they had spent thousands of hours and buckets of sweat. The losses outweighed the gains.


    The only loss Ling Qingyu had was her identity and actions were now on the radar sooner than she had nned. Given the short respite, she should quickly build her foundation for the empire she dreamed of.


    "When are you going to say something about your sister and the mess you made recently?" Yang Qingyue said, as she lightly grasped Ling Qingyu''s hand. "Are you preparing to hide anything? Or you just don''t trust me?"


    "Of course not, Sister Yang. I n to tell youter." Ling Qingyu patted the policewoman''s hand and reassured her. "I''m not sure of your action until you speak now. But I promise to tell everything when we''re alone."


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    "You better be." Yang Qingyue scolded and smiled. "I don''t like you choosing this path."


    Ling Qingyu sighed and shook her head in dismay. "Sometimes, we don''t have the so-called path. Situation drives us." She said. "You have to understand¡ªwhen you fight demons, you be a demon yourself. It''s just whether your self-control has the final victory that matters."


    "Stop your preachings. Whether it''s useful or beneficial, I just don''t like it when someone breaks rules." Yang Qingyue quickly added seeing Ling Qingyu open her lips. "And don''t say rules are meant to be broken again."


    "Okay, I won''t say that, as you wish." Ling Qingyu affirmed Yang Qingyue''s words. "Don''t worry, my actions are all for righteousness though my methods are questionable my goals remain firm and strict to my values. And Sister Yang should know mine very clearly."


    "You always have thousands of excuses for your actions." Yang Qingyue said, depressed, smacking her forehead. "When will I ever win an argument with you?"


    Ling Qingyu smiled gently. With Miss System''s training, you''re impossible in this life.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue rolled their eyes at Ling Qingyu''s heartwarming moment.


    Ling Yunxiang and Zhao Xiurong exchanged nces in a strange atmosphere. The former understood what was going on but thetter was confused. Why sheprehended every word but none of them made any sense?


    She hoped she felt wrong¡ªeveryone except her knew what was happening to President Ling.

 Chapter 231: Another unscrupulous boss

    Ling Qingyu had time to nce around and saw many individuals who knew was at least familiar with. But many were unknown.


    All of them, whenever they met her eyes, smiled and expressed a gesture of goodwill. Some nodded. Whether their behaviors were truthful or pretense, Ling Qingyu returned her goodwill.


    She met people from various industries from medicine, electronics, shopping mall, supermarkets to publishing houses.


    She even saw Lin Fan and Lan Xi, sat and joined their own circle. She recognized some of them were bosses in real estates.


    Thinking of the rising industry, real estate was never a failure investment. It had proven for many years, the sess wasn''t without reasons.


    Seeing Lan Xi interacted with these individuals, Ling Qingyu raised her brows. Everyone stayed in a simr circle and she suspected the ones Lan Xi talked to were likely rted to gangs.


    She withdrew her eyes and drank the water filled in the ss to quench her thirst. She felt sad, seeing the gangs and officials able to talk on the table, without conflicts, as if they were deep friends. Experience tales at m v|l e''-NovelBin


    Who had weapons? Only officials and the bad guys. Ordinary people had to rely on the officials for their safety. It was unfair, why wielding weapons could dictate others.


    In the face of threats from the bad people, they had no defense and must wait for others to rescue. The most ridiculous finding was that bad people somehow managed to get hold of firearms, even if the country maintained the strictest policy on firearms.


    At the end of the day, those who were vulnerable belonged to the ordinary groups. Ling Qingyu found her past life''s thoughts ridiculous. She thought those mass-shootings could be prevent if firearms were controlled.


    If there wasn''t mass shootings, there were other terrorist attacks. Driving through people. shing with machetes. Even, setting up a building on fire.


    The real root cause was people were sick from work pressure and the economy tolls. While the rich were getting richer, the poor got their life worsen. The outlet from various stresses caused people to vent.


    When the situation affected people who had weak will or could be easily manipted, such tragedy happened. Ling Qingyu understood her belief was too simple.


    It appeared, controlling firearms merely barred the ordinary from essing the weapons while the officials and the criminals wielded however they liked and gained power.


    Then, the power belonging to the people dissipated until a strong one arose again to quell the chaos. The circle would keep on going.


    Fortunately, the officials in charge was Yang Qingyue and Ling Qingyu could now allow her subordinates to wield firearms freely. Since things were now in her favor, she didn''t consider changing the already set circumstances.


    However, with her participation, the city would be the safest in the province and spreading her influence further was a certainty.


    Ling Qingyu noticed Yang Qingyu remained staring at her face. She brushed her cheeks with her hands and asked. "What''s wrong? Why are you looking at me like this?"


    Was she bing so much handsome and powerful, Yang Qingyu fell for her?


    Luckily, Yang Qingyue had no mind-reading power. "Nothing, I sense in your eyes, your thoughts flying around so much. What do you have in mind?"


    Ling Qingyu pursed her lips. "Nothing. It''s justmenting how unfair the world is."


    Yang Qingyue''s eyelids twitched and almost cussed out. "You''re thinking your life is unfair?"


    "Heck, no." Ling Qingyu replied. "Look at the woman, Lan Xi, and I found despite being a gangster, she could live like an elite wealthy family. Maybe her levels were low but the officials of some particr rank must treat her with caution."


    "I get where you''re thinking. But I believe everything will change soon." Yang Qingyue nodded and said. "With you, I don''t believe my goals won''t seed. After getting to know you more and more, I''m starting to get frightened."


    "Do you regret joining hands with me?" Ling Qingyu joked like a little viin. "It''s toote to go back now. The secrets must be kept."


    Yang Qingyue chuckled and took a sip of water. Because the event hadn''t begun, only water was served on the table.


    "I have never regretted what I have done. I believe, my intuition is always correct." Yang Qingyue whispered theter part. "Besides, I have chosen you with my heart. I''m just waiting for the thinyer between us to break."


    "What do you say?" Ling Qingyu thought she heard it wrong. She guaranteed with her heart, she heard Yang Qingyue was willing to be with her. That was a huge improvement.


    How could Yang Qingyue say out again. She immediately refused to say again. "Nothing. I''m just badmouthing about you."


    Ling Qingyu didn''t push anymore and took a step back. Since she had raised Yang Qingyue''s interest in her, there was no need to put more pressure. Ling QIngyu gave a disbelieving expression.


    "Where''s Sister Cai? You didn''t throw away all the mess at her, right?" Ling Qingyu changed the topic.


    "Oh, how could I bear to hurt my friend? I''m training her to be my right-hand person soon." Yang Qingyue refuted this. "She is at the temporary CPmand post¡ªdirecting the officers for the security. Tight security is essential with so many big namesing in."


    "I think you''re more like treating Sister Cai like a tool person." Ling Qingyuughed. "Don''t copy my behaviors of transferring my jobs to Sister Zhao."


    Zhao Xiurong shook her head helplessly, hearing President Ling calling her out, and added. "I don''t think it that way, Sister Ling. I felt lucky to be under your guidance."


    "See. That''s what I''m doing for Sister Cai. Don''t wrongly use me." Yang Qingyue defended herself. "I''m not an unscrupulous boss for my subordinates. Instead of arranging tasks for them, I''d rather participate myself."


    Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched. She didn''t know why she was red up easily by the words¡ªunscrupulous boss.


    Thinking of the first time she met Yang Qingyue, Ling Qingyu couldn''t argue. As a superintendent level, whose job should lean more toward a high administrative role, Yang Qingyue investigated her ident personally.


    Despite her promotion, it seemed Yang Qingyue loved tackling and arresting people. As expected in most cops, everyone hated paperwork.


    "Okay. Nobody is using you of anything. Where''s Sister Su and Sister Jiang then." Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu?" Yang Qingyue recalled the two names. "They''re most likely beside Cai Ning, apanying her work or maybe patrolling around the perimeter and arranging the personnel. But thest time I see they''re with her."


    "As a chief, don''t you even have amunication contact?" Ling Qingyu''s eyes turned strange. This Yang Qingyue couldn''t be too irresponsible as a chief, could she?


    Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes, probably realizing what Ling Qingyu had in mind. "Come on, as a chief, I have a different task today¡ªinteracting with politicians and important people for my next policy. It''s no use for me to personally direct everything. Having Sister Cai is enough."


    Ling Qingyu thought Yang Qingyue''s words made sense. If everything must be handled by the chief, what was the use of having subordinates? But she didn''t expect Yang Qingyue to transfer the power easily, not long after she took the position.


    Perhaps, only Cai Ning as her childhood friend deserved her trust to take over Yang Qingyue''s post temporarily.

 Chapter 232: Ling Qingyu being condescended

    Ling Qingyu rubbed her chin as she thought Yang Qingyue already attempted delegating power. She wasn''t certain, whether it was out of boredom or after serious contemtion.


    She hoped it was thetter. But with Yang Qingyue''s behavior, the chances were slim. Although Yang Qingyue didn''t like the desk work, she remained serious in whatever she did. Those were the traits, necessary in a sessful person.


    Ling Qingyu guessed a few yearster, Yang Qingyue''s rank would increase again, despite strong opposition based on her merits and background.


    She wasn''t sure why this cute policewoman came to Province N but she knew when the rtionship between the two improved, Yang Qingyue would tell her soon, the real reason.


    Yang Qingyue, Zhao Xiurong and Cai Ning already were in a close rtionship with her. Ling Qingyu must strive to improve the status to close sisterhood.


    No need to mention regarding Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu. Their closeness was reaching the level of her rtionship with Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue.


    There were still Yin Jingfei and Mo Yunxi in the hospital, who she needed to brush positive favorability and bring them in her arms.


    Until the girls were as close as sisters to guard against Lin Fan, she must be vignt and prevent any chances from appearing. Otherwise, she was scared she would cry a lot in regret.


    She made the decision to quicken the process and got nearer with the girls, starting from today. While she was deep in thought, a voice interrupted.


    "Ladies, can I take a seat here?"


    Ling Qingyu raised her eyes and saw a fat man already sitting on the chair near her before anyone had ever replied. Did it make sense for them to reply?


    The girls on the table were unhappy but didn''t say more, because everything was arranged by the Shen family and the seat cement wasn''t theirs to interfere with.


    Besides someone had already taken a seat; it would be impolite for them to reject and create amotion.


    The girls were sitting in a semi-circle formation with Tang Ziyi at one end and Ling Qingyu at the other. Ling Qingyu didn''t know if the seat the man took was a coincidence, aiming at her.


    Although Ling Qingyu admitted she was a narcissist, it wasn''t wrong in her way of thought when there were many other seats avable. It was definitely hard to regard this man as a gentleman.


    Seeing the man''s action, Ling Qingyu''s expression turned cold. She controlled her emotions from showing up.


    If the man waited for their permission, she wouldn''t mind the situation but things were quite the opposite. Everyone went quiet, ufortable with the neers.


    As long as the man didn''t bother them, things might not be worse. However, Murphy''sw acted as a wonder. The man coughed and leaned forward, stretching his arms on the table while he flicked his left wrist several times.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes moved and saw Patek Phillipe watch, with silver and brown linings. One of the world''s top luxury watch brands. Although she wasn''t a watch expert, she still saw it wasn''t a collection type. Or simply meaning, bought from auction.


    The watch the man wore belonged to the ordinary tier but the prize was staggering, even for a rich. Ling Qingyu flickered her eyes, thinking the man''s identity wasn''t simple and looked closely.


    The man''s appearance was average but the fatyers destroyed any charm that could be used. He wore a ckrge tuxedo to fit his ''plump'' belly. Ling Qingyu wondered if the person would suffer from bending over the table a little.


    Although she wasn''t discriminatory, who liked a fat appearance unless the person knew and interacted with one for a long time? The sight soiled her eyes so much so that her head tilted toward her girls and she sighed in relief.


    Whew. Beautiful girls soothed her difort. Ling Qingyu savored the long legs and gorgeous faces of the girls and corrected her mentality. Luckily, she didn''t ruin her first impression of others by expressing obvious repulse.


    But Ling Qingyu''s reaction caused the man to smirk in satisfaction. Just merely showing off his watch had attracted her attention and she dared pretend to be uninterested. Such an old ssic move.


    Among the girls, he chose Ling Qingyu because she captured his eyes straight away. She was the most beautiful, he had ever seen.


    There were many he had a rtion with but none could everpare with Ling Qingyu. Not to mention, there were also other simrly attractive women around, enough for him to spend a month in lust.


    Despite their seemingly reluctant expression, he was sure to take them down soon. Wasn''t Ling Qingyu already interested? The fat man smiled inwardly.


    Which woman didn''t love vanity and wealth? Although his fatness dissuaded women at first side, when he showed his wealth, all of them were like clothes, easilying to his side.


    Which woman didn''t behave as he expected? He didn''t believe Ling Qingyu was an exclusion.


    Even the most handsome guy couldn''tpete with him in terms of the girls he had slept with. This was the proudest moment for him.


    He was now a bit old nearing his fifties. Having experienced a lot, he understood as long as enough price was given, women were willing to spread their legs.


    Even the high cold goddess before him might have higher demand but at the end of the day, it was just a matter of price.


    If Ling Qingyu knew the filthy thoughts of the man beside her, even though she somewhat guessed he was nning for her, Ling Qingyu would definitely spring out of her seat and beat the shit out of him.


    Was he worthy? Saying women don''t have a bottom line; it was just a matter of price. What about his mother? Ling Qingyu would ask. A man without giving any respect or dignity to women shouldn''te out in the first ce.


    In fact, the man was a wealthy entrepreneur, who worked from the bottom to the top, now owning 80 billion yuan worth. It was a mistake to regard him as having no brain.


    The corruption of wealth had led him astray and became the person, who many would hate.


    There was one thing this man overlooked. The seating arrangement of beauties at the forefront meant their statuses weren''t simple. Even a fool knew troubles woulde if he offended the girls.


    No, he knew. However, he hadn''t heard of any beautiful wealthy women, in peer to his status. Most were reaching old age.


    And most of the women as sessful as him in the business never had a beautiful appearance scoring a perfect ten. When someone can rely on appearance, why work hard? That was his motto.


    He suspected these girls were from the entertainmentpany, Shen family invited. Why else would every woman be so alluring? There were definitely artists and a high-tier too.


    He shouldn''t be too eager and decided to wait and see. He had already unted his wealth. Let him see when this iceberg goddess could no longer stand and ask.


    Ling Qingyu and her groups of girls didn''t realize the tiresome mental journey going on inside the man''s head. Noticing his lecherous leering gaze, ufortable would be an understatement.


    Based on Tang Ziyi''s and Xiao Yue''s personalities, they would have beaten him till he doubted his life. But since he only resorted to nces, they ignored him and whispered against each other.


    Soon, time passed and people who should have arrived had arrived. The final high-ranking guests hade and taken their seats.


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    Shen family arranged waiters and waitresses to deliver refreshments such as wine and light snacks before the event began, since many people hade early in order to avoid being mmedter on as having no conscience for the guests.

 Chapter 233: Cant bear it any longer

    Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue at Shen family''s behavior. Was it because of fearing offending the big officials, that the refreshments and drinks only began now?


    Treating people differently, is nothing unusual when people always strove for hierarchies. Ling Qingyu sighed at the humanities. Who knew how many ordinary people wished to be wealthy yet boot-licking behavior and people stepping on each other never ceased to exist.


    The waitresses served the wine and small dishes such as potato chips and slices of barbecue meat. Ling Qingyu motioned the girls to go ahead and eat.


    Although her seat was at the forefront with high-level individuals, she had no fear or pressure. People who were observing her couldn''t help but nod their heads.


    Those who knew her didn''t think she didn''t deserve the seat. Only foolish and blind people like the fat man beside Ling Qingyu went in a different frequency and never regarded Ling Qingyu''s group identities to be high.


    For him, they appeared more like performers belonging to the Shen family. Seeing them eating the dishes without giving him any face, it would be wrong to say he remained expressionless.


    Though offended inside, thinking of the beauties about to lean under his grasp, he decided to tolerate them.


    Ling Qingyu''s group of girls: "¡­???¡­"


    He coughed and opened the wine bottle, and gestured at the girls. Ling Qingyu understood his meaning and her eyes narrowed but she epted his gesture.


    There was nothing wrong with the man''s behavior. Whether his action came from goodwill or not, Ling Qingyu mustn''t lose etiquette.


    As long as he didn''t overreach, she could tolerate and ignore his existence. She politely collected all the girls'' sses and pushed them before the man to pour the wine, to prevent the man from standing up and messing around too.


    The man gave a toast and everyone raised their sses. Afterward, Ling Qingyu took a sip and put the ss down.


    The man''s lips twitched. He received a mere thank you. Should hement his luck he didn''t gain a good guy card?


    Ling Qingyu''s group continued whispering among themselves. His move didn''t even cause a ripple. Did he read wrong? The man stared at Ling Qingyu.


    Dressed like a nature goddess, a green tulle gown entuating her white skin and curves. With a mixture of Eastern and Western features, the best of both worlds appeared on her. Sapphire''s icy eyes told the man, he had made a mistake somewhere.


    The banquet had begun. Mr. Shen stepped up the stage and grabbed the microphone. As usual, every ceremony began with a little bit of speech.


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    Fortunately, the content wasn''t long. They were talking about the goals of today''s auction and wishing for sess.


    All the money spent on the auction should go to charity funds. Well, not all but part of it. Ling Qingyu had a distinct idea of how these organizations worked.


    Only a proportion of funds reached those who were in real need. Most were to avoid taxation from the government, especially, the rich always did these.


    For their circles, taxes had already reached millions and were not a small amount. Besides, many figured they could make good use of the money for other investments.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t have any problems with their actions. What unnerved her was the donated money exploited which reached the people, manipted by staff in the organization.


    Stories of corruption and scandal appeared most in this particr sector. What she hated most was the intended money to help others, exploited by some ambitious people.


    In her past life, the same happened even in the respectable UN and international organizations. The majority of the humanitarian aid provided by the donors was sniped away.


    The most notable ones were provided to a country but it used that money to build weapons and kept them in their own pockets.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t think this world would be an exception. Even though humanities, rights and ethical values were very high, she didn''t dare to underestimate the evil embedded deep inside every human.


    After the speech, another one came up, it was the mayor. Strangely, his eyes seemed to hover regrly over her table. Ling Qingyu was unsure whether the mayor was also a pervert like the one beside her.


    Perhaps, most women would like to capture the attention of men and savor their eyes and feel good themselves. Ling Qingyu wasn''t on the list. She detested the feeling. That was the reason, Ling Qingyu went out without any extravagant makeup and dressed simply.


    At least, she wouldn''t shine like today, causing everyone''s eyes on her, most of the time. She gritted her teeth at Ling Yunxiang and Zhao Xiurong.


    However, seeing herself in a new light also satisfied her vanity. Somehow, the conflicting thoughts of her desires gnawed her mental energy. One moment, she liked to see herself in the most beautiful goddess appearance. The other moment, she hoped not many paid attention to her beauty.


    The mayor swore to heaven and earth, he wasn''t gazing at the beautiful girls. It was Yang Qingyue''s presence which attracted his attention unconsciously. His eyes nced at Yang Qingyue asionally in fear.


    They had fought both openly and behind the scenes. Victories only belonged to Yang Qingyue. No matter his influences or connections in Province N, all were lost before Yang Qingyue.


    Now, the winner had even taken the post of a police chief and he was worried about his unstable mayor position. Although there were no signs of further pursuit, who could tell in the future?


    Soon, everyone, who should show their faces on stage finished their speeches and the stage began ying music.


    Shen family invited some artists to sing for the audience before the main themes began. People started to move around under the music background and met familiar ones.


    Chuckling and cracking jokes, exchanging contacts and even some business deals. Mr. Shen conversed with several important figures.


    Many individuals desired to show their presence and enhance connections but they understood their strength and were reluctant for not having a chance to get in to talk.


    In contrast to their eagerness, Ling Qingyu''s group remained calm and without interest in mingling. She hatedworking with people,prising of favors and gratitudes.


    But the human world was never revolving around a single person. To live and to survive, cooperation and allies were necessary.


    Besides, even if she didn''t need those connections, because people might be begging to see her soon when her ns unveiled, Zhao Xiurong, her secretary, had a different situation.


    In addition, it was better to make friends and show her openmindness by chatting with more people, rather than beingbeled as arrogant.


    Ling Qingyu sighed when even though it wasn''t necessary to tend to the public pressure, she must abide by those rules and etiquette in order to avoid being left out.


    She, who had her family members and friends, didn''t mind but just a little bit of energy to avoid troubles, only a fool would refuse.


    When Ling Qingyu stood up and was about to grab Zhao Xiurong to introduce to other influential individuals, a voice, full of malice and dissatisfaction flew into her ears.


    "You little girls, I have given you enough respect by pouring wines and you all refuse to give me any face. Where do you put me?"

 Chapter 234: Troubles

    "You little girls, I have given you enough respect by pouring wines and you all refuse to give me any face. Where do you put me?"


    Ling Qingyu turned toward the source of the voice. It was the wealthy fat man sitting around their table. Here came the problem¡ªQue Sera, sera. What will be, will be.


    She initially thought this man had some self-knowledge, except for his ufortable forceful taking of the seats, and understood the women around her had no interest at all.


    It appeared she judged wrong. From his expression, it seemed he couldn''t bear any longer. Continue reading at m|v-l''e -NovelBin


    "I don''t understand, what your excellency means." Ling Qingyu breathed deeply and said without losing a smile. But her pupils chilled ever so than before. People around felt the temperature dropped and something was amiss.


    "Stop being pretentious," The man said. "You and I both know what I mean. Do you know who I am?"


    Ling Qingyu went speechless facing the iing nonsense bullets. Whether she knew or not, a person lived by one''s mind. Even if the person was a president, she would only mind her own business.


    Although the man''s voice wasn''t loud, the surrounding felt the tension and looked at the two. When they saw Ling Qingyu against the fat man, whom many in the same tier recognized, they were surprised.


    Why were the two against each other? Was there any misunderstanding? Even though people were aware something went wrong, no one came up to interfere and solve the fight. But their eyes brightened to see what was happening and bet who would win the fight.


    People who became bored after staying in a high position for a long time sought drama and enjoyment. The argument between Ling Qingyu and the man appeared more attractive than the pce drama fight, despite not understanding the problem.


    If Ling Qingyu''s group didn''t know the man was finding problems, everyone should go to a mental hospital. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue reddened their cheeks in anger.


    Although Zhao Xiurong didn''t say anything, her face didn''t look good either. Ling Yunxiang''s eyes remained stagnant, fully aware of how most women felt oppressed for being beautiful.


    Yang Qingyue understood it was their group''s beauty attracting troubles. She clenched her fist and was about to stand up.


    Noticing her girls'' reactions, Ling Qingyu felt warm but her eyes signaled them to stay calm and told them she would deal with him.


    "No, Mister. I really don''t know and I don''t care about your identity." Ling Qingyu replied coldly. "And I don''t need to. If that is what you want to say, I suggest you stop our nonsense."


    The manughed and hisyers of fat trembled. "Girl, you''re too innocent in this world. When you offend someone who you can''t afford, your whole life is in trouble."


    Ling Qingyu chuckled. "Oh, I''m interested who might you be? I''m worried I might knock over the wrong god." She said in a despising tone.


    "Hah!" The man didn''t mind Ling Qingyu''s mocking and replied. "You might even bend down and bow to me when you hear my name. I''m Xie Cheng, the boss of the number one pharmaceutical in this Province."


    Ling Qingyu''s anger dissipated, and instead, the urge to face-p arose within her. So, this was how someone felt when they were sure to smack the others'' pride like dust.


    Although she wasn''t feeling good about the man, she decided to y along and see what his face would transform intoter. Well, with his pride and arrogance, she guessed, this man might not even pay attention to her real identity. She was also certain, that their group of girls was underestimated.


    "Oh! My bad. Forgive this young and inexperienced girl for not clearly distinguishing and recognizing this Sire." Ling Qingyu said. "But how can you even affect our lives? Where there''s a clearw to protect against uwful actions I don''t think what you''re saying will happen. Besides, I''ve never broken any rules."


    Those who knew Ling Qingyu had strange eyes, hearing her words. Why did they have a strong premonition, that this man would be another poor victim?


    "The world is never simple. Why do you think people struggle for wealth and power?" The man said with a winning smile when he saw Ling Qingyu give in. "Your group of girls working in an entertainment circle should know more. I don''t know how you deal with others, prideful of your poprity, but in front of us, you are nothing."


    Yang Qingyue looked down, controlling herughter but her shaking shoulders betrayed her cover. Ling Qingyu''s face turned weird, along with the onlookers who were paying attention to the slightmotion here. Many nudged their forehead slightly. The fat man picked off the wrong opponents and even regarded Ling Qingyu as an entertainer. That was an insult on a new level.


    In contrast, the fat man, noting Ling Qingyu''s and the others'' change in expression as fear and shock, curled his lips and sneered. He had long wanted to teach these women, lessons. A momentary pride due to poprity and he just liked to crush it, especially the ice cube type.


    The man continued, satisfied with Ling Qingyu''s and the other girls'' reactions. "But I can forgive your previous impoliteness and be magnanimous for thedies, especially the beautiful one, if you all toast wine for me."


    "I beg your pardon." Ling Qingyu said, pretending to be fearful and innocent. "You''ll forgive us, once we drink wine with you."


    The people around who were familiar with Ling Qingyu had their eyelids twitched. The audacity of the acting level exhibited by Ling Qingyu opened their blind eyes.


    Even though they were aware that Ling Qingyu hadn''t suffered once or held her bad breath, fighting against the number one prestigiouspany, particrly the pharmaceutical industry drove their curiosity.


    Of course, some who didn''t know Ling Qingyu had sympathies in their eyes, another poor beautiful girl exploited by a pig. Some of them whispered their thoughts and shook their head while others asked for Ling Qingyu''s identity.


    "Of course not. Don''t be silly. That''ll only quench my anger." The man said, like a boss in full control, poured wine slowly, savoring every moment the fluid sshed. "We might need a private discussion between uster on."


    "What if we disagree." Ling Qingyu looked around as if seeking help from her friends, whose gazesnded far away to avoid destroying her pretense. "As girls, can''t you not forget about the past? We really didn''t do anything."


    "Hmph!" The man humped, shaking his extrayer of skin. The vibrato was so intense, causing Ling Qingyu to gulp.


    She had seen fat people but the level of obesity almost caused her to vomit when the imaginary scene of this guy pressing over the girls with the tricks he currently used on her.


    Her reaction increased the man''s vanity more. "Then, you''ll face troubles in your careers and lose your dreams out of your grasp. Don''t you want to be famous? I''ll just destroy the possibilities. Once my words get out, I''m sure your coworkers will fly away."


    "But I have my own business and I don''t need to rely on anyone." Ling Qingyu muttered and tapped her chin.


    "What a naive child." The man clicked her tongue.


    Everyone nearby almost slipped and mmed the floor from the standing position. They had strong urges to ask¡ªwhere did he see innocence and naivety? Where did he think the ruthlessness trait came from?


    Even Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched. She even wondered if she overdid her part. Well, for the sake of saying good things for her, she should punish less.


    "But I''m telling the truth. People seek cooperation with me. Some are even willing to lose their properties and let me take charge so that more money can flow in. I take pride myself as a cash printer." Ling Qingyu replied and she was telling the truth.

 Chapter 235: Yang Qingyue stepped in

    The man chuckled. "Hehe, I see, you still haven''t let go of your useless pride. As an elder, I''m saying this from my perspective. Pride will only consume you."


    "But as an elder, couldn''t you forgive and forget the younger generation?" Ling Qingyu wanted to know more about this fraudulent gentleman''s inner mindset.


    "If forgiving and forgetting is easy in this world, where would the real lessone from? People will never learn and keep making mistakes." The man said.


    "Indeed. You''re right." Ling Qingyu nodded. She agreed with the statement of having a memorable lesson. But who was giving who? She curled her lips.


    At the end of the day, the premise was to have strength to teach others.


    "So, only after having a substantial gain embedded in your memory, you won''t make the same mistakes again." The man said. "An entertainer must have a mindset of entertainer."


    Hearing the words, those who were working as famous artists clenched their fists in anger but were frustrated their fists meant nothing to people like the fat man. This was the most hurtful for them even if they were kings and queens among thousands of people.


    Even Ling Yunxiang pursed her lips but her frustration wasn''t too much since she knew her elder sister would teach this pathetic guy living in his own world a lesson soon.


    "Anyway, you can''t do anything to me with your feeble wealth." Ling Qingyu shrugged, prompting some waves ofughter around.


    The most sniffling came from her group of girls. They thought they had never seen Ling Qingyu as a ck-bellied type. Your adventure continues at m v|l-e''-NovelBin


    "We''ll see in the next few days, You''ll lose your career and because of your stubbornness, your sisters will suffer. Oh, who knows they might stab you in the back. In the world of stepping each other, you''ll go down toward the path of misery until you''lle and beg me." The man slowly mouthed his words. "By then the price you have to pay will be muchrger than ever before."


    "I think we have a misunderstanding here¡ª"


    "No, unfortunately for you, nope. My words¡ª"


    "Excuse me, Mister." Ling Qingyu cutoff. "I think you''re regarding me as an entertainer, which I''m not. And that''s the reason why I say you''ve no control over me."


    "Yes, I have control over you¡­Wait¡ªDid you just say you''re not an entertainer." The man now realized something was wrong.


    "Yes, I''ve been trying to tell you just now. I''m also a businesswoman the same as you, senior." Ling Qingyu said with a smile.


    The man pointed at the rest of the girls. "Neither are they?"


    Ling Qingyu shook her head. The man''s eyelids twitched predicting bad premonition. Since Ling Qingyu was working in the same field as him and sitting at the forefront, their statuses weren''t simple. He was quickly thinking of the solution to remedy the subtle enmity.


    "May I know who might you be?" The man was panicking since this woman could sit here, it was best to solve the feud. But his expression remained stoic and confident.


    "I''m Ling Qingyu."


    "Hmm, never heard of it." The man scratched the back of his head.


    Ling Qingyu was stumped for the first time. There were still people who didn''t know her identity at all. She had been used to gazes of admiration and worship by many women and the urge to conquer from the men.


    Nheless, she shrugged off the ufortable feeling. She also didn''t know this man at all; so, why stuckwith the useless fame?


    Perhaps noticing Ling Qingyu''s crack in her expression, the man quickly asked. "Miss, what''s yourpany?"


    After Ling Qingyu told the name, the man took out his phone and searched for more information. He was immediately relieved.


    Just a mere 30 billion worthpany, although impressive within a short frame, didn''t post any threats to him. He was a bit puzzled why this woman was eligible to sit equally with him and his peers.


    Because he was searching quickly, he wasn''t aware of Ling Qingyu''s deeds except for some headlines highlighting her donation amount. The fat man widened his eyes but didn''t think much.


    He could also gift away more but why would he? He even wondered if this woman had the heart of saintess to uselessly squander away money without any benefits.


    "You''re an impressive girl to reach this stage." The fat man nodded as if he was affirming the junior''s work. "Since this is the case, let''s forget what I say but you must drink this cup of wine."


    The fat man thought there were many ways to cure Ling Qingyu. Even though he couldn''t press on like he used to the weak artists, his strength was stronger than hers.


    He didn''t want his action to backfire, resulting in a loss-loss situation. He intended to slowly boil the water so that the frog inside the well wouldn''t be aware until it was toote.


    Besides, Ling Qingyu was a small businesswoman in his opinion, her worth and her connections weren''tparable to his.


    If others heard his inner thoughts, people wouldin. Dude, this woman dared to fight even the capital behemoth. What are you?


    The fat man might be number one here owning thepany but he belonged to the chamber of pharmaceuticalpanies in the capital. The shares despite owning the majority weren''t his alone too. Based on Ling Qingyu''s past hands, countless methods to p him hard.


    Ling Qingyu sneered at the man''s action. For a short moment, this man softened his tone in panic and after discovering the ''truth'', he instantly hardened his stance.


    For this type of people, Ling Qingyu only had one method in mind¡ªcrush them to their starting point. And she was about to do so.


    She hated the wine culture, popr in the workspace. She had no idea who started it and since when but people followed suit. It was bad behavior yet no one thought of a change.


    They used wine culture to oppress those weaker than theirs. They should change for the better since almost everyone came from the starting point and had experienced them.


    Nevertheless, they enjoyed seeing others suffer. At the end of the day, those who were overworked suffered diseases like stomach and intestine cancer because of the wine culture.


    Ling Qingyu, in the past life, therefore, never sold her dignity for a morefortable life. If you lost the real you, throughout your entire life you are not you anymore.


    Self-respect, bnced pride and dignity were essential to be a true human being. When others were allowed to trample at will, no one but you could save yourself. Some might argue for a better life, sometimes letting go was the solution.


    Ling Qingyu only had one belief¡ªnever ever sell yourself. The journey might be arduous but the reward of do or die was something hard to achieve.


    "I''m never gonna toast you this wine, nor at anyone. This bullshit wine thing needs to stop." Ling Qingyu said, not caring if the words would offend people. "I may respectfully take a sip or two for enjoyment but I''m not going to be forced by others nor do I like those bullying others. If I see one, I might even help the weak to find their ce."


    Remembering some poor stories in her past, Ling Qingyu thought why not she helped solve the root cause but she sighed at her powerlessness because the culture was too deep. Maybe a slight change could be made from here.


    Just when Ling Qingyu was about to end her pretense and face-p, Yang Qingyue stood up and interrupted. "Hold on, this Mister. Who do you think you''re to dictate others."


    A/N: Speaking of wine culture, the author didn''t like those beverages or any. Wine is a bit simple and fine. But stronger alcohol content is a big no-no. I experience several times if I recall and was scolded like not giving any respect? I''m like wtf- at that time I''m too pure of human rtion and don''t know yet. I only replied, is your self only worth this small amount?...

 Chapter 236: Yang Qingyue being awesome

    Yang Qingyue kept silent under Ling Qingyu''s eyes but she couldn''t bear it any longer. She had fought against those types of bullies since childhood without fear.


    Perhaps her strong background had allowed her to survive and retain the essential innocence and longing for true righteousness. Now, someone dared to bully Ling Qingyu in front of her, and the urge to beat the fat guy red up again.


    But she wasn''t young anymore; her position also restricted her actions. She couldn''t act without restraints any longer.


    As a police chief and high-level official, her actions must abide by the rules. She stood up and pulled away Ling Qingyu, covering with her body as she whispered. "I''ll take care of this."


    Ling Qingyu raised her eyebrows and nced at Tang Ziyi, who understood what she wanted. All ck materials of the fat man could be uncovered soon. But since Yang Qingyue stepped in, she had to show restraint too, since she promised she wouldn''t no longer cause illegal acts.


    She hadn''t even asked Yang Qingyue for forgiveness for the hacking events in the past few days. If she did it again, she had a premonition, that things would go in a direction which she would dislike. The two parties could even be estranged.


    Compared with her precious rtionship, what was the matter with the fat man''s life? Besides, the moment she made a move, it was an overkill like ughtering the mosquitoes with the cannon power. She didn''t n to bother this guy any longer.


    Somehow when Yang Qingyue posed in front of her, Ling Qingyu felt warmth in her heart. Yang Qingyue''s action shone a light in her eyes.


    "Who are you to talk with me in this serious tone? Don''t think with your friend''s protection, I can''t do anything at you." The fat man said in anger. "Even if your friend is rich and talented, she needs time to grow. The fewer people offended the better for her."


    A collective p on the forehead rang inside the minds of the onlookers. You, fat man, were really courageous. You formed a feud with a ruthless businesswoman. Now, you fought against the police chief whose limelight even capital must give face.


    Everyone who hadn''t noticed themotion going on had realized by now and were nearing with their ears perked. Even Mr. Shen was rmed and hurried to the scene. He was about to save Ling Qingyu from the fat man''s action but Yang Qingyue took the first step.


    He could only watch from the sideline. He wasn''t too worried for Ling Qingyu since he understood her ability. He regretted he lost the chance to show off and handed the scenes over to Yang Qingyue.


    "Oh! I''m not qualified?" Yang Qingyue muttered in mockery. "Maybe I haven''t worked for long, some people can''t recognize me. I don''t know, this Mister, as a chief of police in City N, do I fit your requirements?"


    The fat man blinked his eyes in confusion and stared at Yang Qingyue in shock, almost dropping his ss. "You¡­You''re the police chief, the new witch Yang¡ªahem¡ªI mean the new excellent talent from the capital."


    Yang Qingyue''s face instantly darkened, but Ling Qingyuughed softly, drawing her re. Ling Qingyu shed a thumbs-up for the fat man, possessing such immense courage. Not only her, but the rest of the girls giggled at Yang Qingyue''s new title.


    This showed how much horror Yang Qingyue brought with her every move. Furthermore, Yang Qingyue''s guilt of slightly exploiting her power diminished. This fat man dared to call out the nickname, which meant he was also in the same party as her enemies.


    "Well, people can attest to my identity. I''m sure." Those in the surroundings, who were paying attention, nodded. "If I haven''t misheard, did I listen to someone threatening others, abusing their powers and wealth with confidence?" Yang Qingyue asked with an intriguing smile.


    The fat man stood up and shook his head, bending his waist slightly and waving her wrist in disagreement. "You heard it wrong, Chief Yang. How could I, as a responsible citizen, make threats to others? Those having strength must abide by their responsibilities. Else, I will be ashamed of myself." The man said righteously.


    By now, if the fatty didn''t understand he had kicked an S-tier steeled te, no heavy steeled block, he should sell his business. Others were embarrassed at the man''s thick skin. Literally, he had one though. There were no mistakes in his expression when he confused right and wrong.


    "Are you certain, Mister?" Yang Qingyue stepped closer, without losing a smile, and pressed harder. "What about the wine that my Sister Ling must drink?"


    "Ahem¡ª hehe¡­Forgive me if I haven''t made myself clear. I was merely joking. As my peer, I hope to enhance our rtionship. There''s a saying, bing friends after drinking wine." The man quibbled. "Yes, I intend to make friends with thisdy and exchange our business views. There''s no conflict."


    Yang Qingyue was nonmital with his denial. Which sane person dared to repeat his previous words in front ofw enforcement, particrly the real powerful one too.


    If the man thought themotion would end here because he said so. It was terribly wrong. "No, no, I''m of the opposite opinion. Threatening others whether through maniption or coercion is a felony. I have a feeling this isn''t your first time. You might have done the same thing on some poor girls."


    Yang Qingyue added: "Based on your tones, I made an inference, a usible reason to detain you. Your views tell me forcing women with a cane and cating them with a carrot seems like your usual tactics resembling a sexual predator, Sir. I''m sure with further investigations, more hidden cases will be uncovered."


    The man lostposure and quickly refuted. "With all due respect Ma''am, you have no evidence whatsoever that pointed out I said as you depicted." Readtest chapters at m_v-l''e|-NovelBin


    "Even with the testimonies, witnesses can give? Not very smart of you."


    "I''m a businessman; I made many enemies."


    "And my sister beside me too?" Yang Qingyue narrowed her eyes.


    "It''s an allegation! And it was just a joke." The man stammered. He knew he was in crisis the moment Yang Qingyue admitted her identity.


    "I think not, on the contrary. Sorry to disappoint you." Yang Qingyue took out her phone and yed the recording. All the voices during which the man unceremoniously threatened Ling Qingyu in various manners were included. "From the serious tones and the CCTV recording here, and my personal sight, I saw no jokes. And I don''t have time to fabricate the audio recording, do I?"


    The man waspletely at a loss and he sat down, wobbling the chair. His eyes searched for rescue from around. Everyone avoided the gaze.


    Ling Qingyu widened her eyes at Yang Qingyue''s swift method. She was indeed impressed. The young police chief acted thoroughly and strategically, leaving the man in an enclosed corner.


    Yang Qingyue dialed a number and spoke while waiting for the other end to receive it. "Sir, I hope youe to our station where we need to talk in detail. Your behavior can be attributed to sex trafficking."


    "What trafficking? I didn''t even hurl the women around."


    "I sure hope you didn''t or you''ll never end very well." Yang Qingyue said. "But I can still press charge for it. Manipting women through coercion, controlling their wealth, and making a threat, indirectly asking for intercourse already allow such allegation.


    "Hello, Sister Cai. Hmm, nothing emergency happening. I need a team of officers toe to me. We need to take a statement from someone at the police station."


    While Yang Qingyue talked on the phone, the man panicked. He wasn''t frightened of the sexual allegation because, through hiswyers, he could easily defeat or elongate the process with money.


    However, being taken to the station in public meant a serious demise for him. The resulting losses because of Yang Qingyue''s action weren''t something any rich people could tolerate.

 Chapter 237: I dont know you

    The man''s eyes quickly discovered the mayor, who he had supported back in the old days. As if gripping thest straw, he hurried over and pleaded help.


    When the mayor saw the man''s sight on him, he screamed bad inside his heart. He didn''t find trouble but trouble came to him.


    "Mayor, please help me exin my situation to Chief Yang." The man said. "As a close friend, am I depraved to such an extent? It''s impossible."


    The mayor only had swear words inside his heart. When did the two be close friend? The only rtionship the two had was cooperation when the man donated money for the election.


    As his donor, he must at leaste forward to help out but the man''s mouth was too unstable to screw things up and he still pulled him over when trouble arose.


    "Ah! What happen? I didn''t hear themotion. What troubles did you just make?" The mayor pretended to be puzzled. "Chief Yang, what''s going on here?"


    The people around him sneered at his pretense. They heard everything, why couldn''t he? The number one skill, a politician should possess was acting confused.


    The mayor felt guilty and angry when he saw everyone looking at him jokingly. He almost blew up but after Yang Qingyue nced at him with a meaningful smile, he shuddered.


    "I have some probable evidence leading toward serious crime, this gentleman might havemitted." Yang Qingyue said. "He muste with me to the station, personally. I''m sure, as a major, you should understand my duty."


    "Chief Yang is joking. Why should I interfere? I''m really just asking a question." The mayor breathed heavily and replied. "I''m sure Chief Yang is righteous and will not do anything meaningless. There must be your reason but I hope you''ll give me due evidenceter on."


    "That depends on the case, Mayor." Yang Qingyue shook her head. "Sometimes, the identity issues can ruin the witnesses. I''ll soon deliver the report after the investigation is finished."


    "Alright, I''m sure Chief Yang is doing all for the sake of justice." The mayor relented and cursed the man who nearly found trouble.


    If he kept trying to save the fat man, the mayor felt his chair might be gone the next day. Yang Qingyue, in the following weeks, would have unprecedented power and prestige because of her victory over her opponents.


    He, a little mayor, should avoid offending her, when he could guess, that Yang Qingyue''s future might reach the provincial level at the very least and possibly the ministerial level too. That was a big official, probably hopeless for him.


    But Yang Qingyue, with her background and merits, was definitely eligible, meeting the requirements. As long as her ship didn''t encounter a life-threatening storm, it would sail safely and reach her destination.


    Yang Qingyue gave a look of suit-yourself and stared at the fat man, who seemed to have resigned to his fate because he heard the mayor didn''t even fight for him.


    "Then, I will not embarrass my job." Yang Qingyue said.


    Both big officials had already decided, the ending was doomed. Soon, four officers arrived and under Yang Qingyue''s order, the fat guy was taken away.


    No matter how he pleaded Yang Qingyue, they could discuss it privately, it was of no use. Since Yang Qingyue decided to punish this guy, how could she allow a way out, no matter how much he hinted?


    With the public appearance at the police station for questioning the scandal, news should probably spread soon. By then, even if the guy came out, he had to face a crisis in his industry due to a loss in reputation.


    One had to note, the reason why wealthy and influential individuals weren''t easily arrestedpared to ordinary people solely based on probable cause except with strong evidence was to reduce the impact the event had on the society.


    Unless there was an order from above or very strong and obvious evidence, their movements were only restricted.


    However, what Yang Qingyue did to this guy, was the most punishing method, cutting off wealth andeback. If the man didn''t sacrifice a lot of energy, she would have a hard time escaping out of the quagmire.


    Themotion passed and Mr. Shen stepped in to apologize for beingte. Ling Qingyu understood and saw his action from the corner of her eyes. Because Yang Qingyue stepped in, he had no opportunity to make amends.


    She easily forgave and was relieved. Fortunately, Sister Yang took action fast and became the limelight.


    But she was envious of Yang Qingyue and wanted to know how it felt to face-p someone. She had numerous opportunities but she never had to make a move. Her confidantes were quicker.


    Ling Qingyu dragged away Zhao Xiurong and Ling Yunxiang, and began to converse with others, introducing them in the process.


    Many were willing to give face whether due to Yang Qingyue''s action or fearful of her reputation. There were also some who curried favor and Ling Qingyu reciprocated their actions.


    After all, making many afraid of her would put her in amon enemy position in the future if exploited by a strategic person. She was also willing to talk to them, as long as, no one behaved like the annoying fat guy.


    Usually, conversation with a man merely focused on the usible cooperation and future economy. With women, even Ling Qingyu had bulged inside her brain.


    She even prayed the topics to end fast and cut the conversation. From beauty maintenance to mastering the art of socialites, it never ended.


    Zhao Xiurong and Ling Yunxiang gained a lot. Compared to a sried worker, the business circle found wealth through negotiation and exchanges.


    She saw Yang Qingyue mingling around with other important government officials; many seemed to be stiff andughing awkwardly in front of her.


    She didn''t need to listen to know her police sister was definitely giving them a memorable lesson. Even though her means were restrained, from today''s appearance, she had changed everyone''s impression of her.


    Yang Qingyue was no longer the willful demoness who relied on only fists. She had learned to use everything to her advantage. At the back of her mind, she cursed at Ling Qingyu for teaching her those skillsets.


    After a while, Mr. Shen announced another session where people would donate his charitable foundation. One by one, wealthy individuals except the government officials and staff, entered the amount through their mobile bank ount.


    Afterward, the paper, probably recording the lists of names and the donated amount, reached Mr. Shen''s hand. Holding the mic, he announced ording to the list.


    "Lu Corporation 1 million!"


    "Everblue Corporation 2 million!"


    "Rose Group 700,000!"


    Ling Qingyu eyed toward Lan Xi and was surprised of her move but then realized they were selling favors to the officials by trying to do charity work. And as expected.


    "Hu Group 500,000!"


    "XXX Corporation 2 million!"


    "XX Corporation 5.5 million!"


    "¡­"


    "XX Group 50 million!" This announcement drew gasps as the amount wasn''t really small. But thetter lists became higher and higher.


    "Xia family 300 million!"


    "Hiss!"


    "Iparable, iprable. Gotta give uppeting against these strongs." People murmured. Everyone was also in fact racing to rank prestiges among each other.


    "Spirit Group 500 million!" Silence. Absolute silence.

 Chapter 238: Selling oneself

    Murmurs erupted again. "What''s Spirit Group?"


    "Howe we''ve never heard of it?"


    "But the names sounded familiar."


    Naturally, Spirit Group belonged to Ling Qingyu''s future name of the consortium she nned. Under itprised of electronics, automobile, heavy industry, food, agriculture, fashion and many more.


    People realized after a while and gazed at Ling Qingyu in awe, while Mr. Shen became speechless. Throwing away half a billion without hesitation not long after she spent 2 billion.


    Even the reputable Xia familyparable to theirs only spend around 300 million yuan. This woman hid too deep; how long had she been nning?


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    Sometimes, when a person was too mysterious, people allocated the reasons toward mythical and luck. And they were right¡ªit was impossible without Miss System''s and Athena''s contributions.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu could spill several billions and shut down everyone''s brain but she never wanted to waste her wealth, not especially when she had no idea whether her money would reach the intended area.


    If she had control over the cash flow and the ability to monitor throughout the entire path, she might have no hesitation.


    Mr. Shen continued, listing out the names but nomotion arose. People''s hearts were numbed by Ling Qingyu''s number and the others seemed more like decorations.


    Groups and corporations referred to the business contingents, specializing in several sectors. There were also some specific names such as entertainment and so on. Ling Qingyu heard variouspanies'' names for the first time, including publishing houses.


    Although the worth of less than 1 billion appeared feeble, Ling Qingyu would never underestimate any businessperson. It all depended on skills and mostly luck, particrly opportunities during the journey, which differentiated the ranking.


    Just because her business was doing well, Ling Qingyu never swelled and this was what attracted others.


    While many were focusing on the lists, Yang Qingyue flowed through the crowd, came in front of Ling Qingyu and dragged her away.


    Noticing Yang Qingyue''s corny and excited expression, Ling Qingyu didn''t refuse and came into a corner where there was a private space for the two.


    Yang Qingyue rubbed her hands and asked in expectation. "I save you from the bad guy, are you not rewarding me with anything?"


    Ling Qingyu''s nose twitched. What in the world? She thought there was something important to discuss far away from the crowd.


    Now Yang Qingyue was acting as a hero saving the beauty and begging for a reward. "Why didn''t you ask me when you finished scolding the fat guy?" Ling Qingyu asked curiously. "Besides, do you think I can not solve this simple retard?"


    She wasn''t upset by Yang Qingyue''s behavior, because this was the first time she saw her acting cheeky. As long as Yang Qingyue opened her mouth, Ling Qingyu would do so.


    Of course, she was never a licker and Yang Qingyue was never someone who only exploited others. Both understood each other''s mindset long before they got close together.


    "Well, I feel I''m troubling you if I ask more." Yang Qingyue said softly. "And I also wanted to show you I can also protect you."


    "Come on, Sister Yang. I''m already d you''ve protected me a lot these days. I don''t need to know anymore because I understand you." Ling Qingyu''s words reddened the young police chief''s cheeks.


    "Actually, when I know the amount of money you spent, I guess your limits." Yang Qingyue said with guilt and shuffled her feet. "You can spare the same amount for me, right?"


    "For you?" Ling Qingyu was confused. "Do you want me to buy a diamond ring or other precious jewelry?"


    Yang Qingyue stomped her foot and shook Ling Qingyu''s arms. "Sister Ling! What''re you talking about? I''m requesting additional funds for my police force, in case the above cut us off. And when have you ever seen me decorating myself? I wore everything simple today."


    "Oh! It''s indeed beautiful. I like your uniform style more though. Heroic and dashing." Ling Qingyu acted like a rascal, continued teasing. "But Sister Yang, everything must have an equivalent exchange."


    Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes at Ling Qingyu''s behavior of trying to take advantage of her.


    "I have nothing. How about this girl repay you with the uniform?" Yang Qingyue curled her lips and said in a seductive tone.


    "I will not be ensnared by beauty and firmly stick to my goals." Ling Qingyu replied.


    Yang Qingyue''s eyebrows twitched. If she hadn''t noticed wavering eye movement from Ling Qingyu and heard a slight swallowing gulp, Ling Qingyu''s words might sound convincing.


    "Come on, Sis." Yang Qingyue acted coquettishly, swaying her body and sticking around Ling Qingyu. Although Ling Qingyu desired to continue enjoying the honey trap, there were still people around.


    She felt unsafe and didn''t want a dam to appear to obstruct the flow. Once execution started, there was no turning back.


    "Alright deal. But you must not forget your promise." Ling Qingyu breathed hard and rubbed her nose. She sensed the increasing heat and cursed¡ªa true goblin to devour her energy.


    Yang Qingyue released her grip and gently held the hand, walking back. Well, even though she sold herself for the benefit of the entire City N police force, her heart looked forward to the promise.


    "By the way, I know from your eyes, that you want to eat away the fat guys''pany but be careful of swallowing over your limit." Yang Qingyue warned. "I''ve seen your expansion; you should consolidate before moving on."


    Ling Qingyu nodded, feeling warm. Yang Qingyue had learned to care for her. "I''ll listen to ourdy. As ordered."


    "Pah! Whatdy?" Yang Qingyue swatted away Ling Qingyu''s cheap hand and arrogantly strode away.


    Ling Qingyu''s lips stretched into a wide grin. Theing days were never going to be boring again.


    ¡­.


    Ssh! Ssh!


    Water dripped over the healthy whitened skin. The hands washed away the foams around and shook off any reaming droplets.


    Ling Qingyu turned off the faucet. With support on her palms, she leaned on the basin and studied herself from the reflection in the mirror.


    She had no idea if the wine was the factor or Yang Qingyue''s teasing, her face blushed more and the boiling redness hadn''t dissipated yet.


    During the pause before the main event began, Ling Qingyu went to the toilet. For security reasons, Xiao Yue apanied her and now stood on her right leaning against the wall.


    Noting her confidantes, Ling Qingyu frowned. "Really. Do you have to stay near me all the time?"


    Xiao Yue shrugged. "Who would like to listen to your nature sound?"


    F**k, Ling Qingyu swore, these two girls always gave her high blood pressure. She worried the capiries might rupture, if she continued the topic.


    Ling Qingyu raised her hands. "I know. I know. Someone has been trying to kill me and we don''t know who yet. Till we have better news, due vignce is necessary." She replied like a report to the teacher and sighed.


    Xiao Yue stepped forward and patted her shoulder. "Don''t worry. With our presence, it''s only a matter of time."


    "You know, I want to make wealth in silence. No one knows I''m great. No one is even aware, that someone ordinary ranked very high on the wealthy list. That''s my dream¡ªbing a hidden rich." Ling Qingyu said calmly. "But things push me more for publicity."


    Xiao Yue remained quiet and served as a good listener. Ling Qingyu didn''t say the deal she made with Miss System caused her reclusive n to be impossible.


    Earning merits meant people had to be aware of her existence. Only with higher prestige, she could seek more merits and a virtuous cycle formed.


    No one spoke till Xiao Yue added. "I think your original idea shouldn''t be your true wish. It''s more like an effect brought from your previous life. What''s wrong with showing off, as long as your action doesn''t bring troubles. And bing ordinary doesn''t solve any problems or avoid one. You already experienced the fat guy.


    How many simr types are on the street? Given your beauty, it won''t be long before another disasteres. Me and Sister Tang also extinguished one of them, the moment we came into this world. What makes you think being ordinary and reclusive life is what you desire?"


    Xiao Yue poked Ling Qingyu''s chest, causing the recipient to blush and the culprit to cough in embarrassment. "Haha, I''m into the y too much. But Sister Ling, believe me, everything is meant for a reason. Youing here, using here, even your¡­hmm¡­gender problem."


    Ling Qingyu: It''s better if you don''t say it.

 Chapter 239: Xiao Yues crows mouth

    Shaking her head, Ling Qingyu went out and returned to the hall to catch up with the main event. Tonight''s auction might bring out credible and valuable materials.


    Thinking of the ancient collections decorated inside her manor, Ling Qingyu rubbed her chin. Not bad.


    And what if she met some more golden fingers and secrets of the universe? Who knew if those materials belonged to the advanced civilization? Ling Qingyu was looking forward to it.


    What if the items she picked up opened the path to immortality and godhood, or any ancient martial arts? Every mortal''s dream of bing a strong powerhouse shouldn''t be far away.


    Unfortunately, Miss System poured cold water over her head. [It''s impossible for you in this life to own such opportunities with my presence.]


    Ling Qingyu nearly exploded, asking frantically in her mind. ''Why? What do you mean?''


    [You already gained numerous prices from me, I''m not going to allow you to be an invincible existence.]


    ''Come on. It''s not like I''m going to bully someone.''


    [Like hell, you do...To be honest, immortality and godhood aren''t impossible but don''t think about it for now.]


    Ling Qingyu sighed. ''How about ancient martial arts strengthening?''


    [Scientifically, it''s possible but don''t hope too much. The world I chose you, didn''t even have the slightest aura.]


    ''How about gic engineering or any nano-technologies to provide more power to the cell?''


    [That''s something you''ve to realize by yourself. With your wealth and search for talent, I''m sure it''s not far away. That''s also the reason why I''ll suppress you even if you find simr treasure. What''s not yours won''t be yours.]


    Ling Qingyu gged a middle finger secretly in her mind. You bastard System. Why do you suppress my luck?


    Miss System: Female Pervert, what can you do?


    Of course, the necessary banter between the two was a daily love exchange. Ling Qingyu didn''t think Miss System would really do what she said. It must more likely be her ideas were nonexistent in this world.


    Pity, Ling Qingyu thought. However, the scientific method was still possible and wasn''t restricted¡ªit must be good news.


    Ling Qingyu felt a push and nced back. Xiao Yue asked with worry. "What''s the matter with your face? What are you thinking? One second, you beamed with joy; the next second you seem like you''ve eaten shit."


    Ling Qingyu''s face darkened and she snorted, not bothering to reply. Eating shit. Too much of a description here. Xiao Yue''s giggles rang from behind.


    After exiting the toilet and contemting everything, Ling Qingyu figured she must adapt to the changes, in contrast to the original n ofying low.


    Her reputation would only rise more. Since the results were already out, she didn''t mind buying with money.


    There were also advantages she gained during the few days. Yang Qingyue covered her and allowed more freedom. As long as she didn''t repeat her act of hacking the Qin family again and again, she remained safe.


    However, she understood, it wasn''t for long before she might face numerous attacks. She had confidence in her confidantes and her ability to tackle through this difficult moment.


    So long as she firmly nted her status in Province N, even the capital would have to think twice. Despite future struggles, Ling Qingyu felt steady¡ªa little test from fate meant nothing to her. She should dig a grave if she couldn''t solve the predicament with so much help around.


    On the way back, Ling Qingyu was greeted a lot, and responded ordingly, neither too cold nor too warm. Some even wanted to have a dialogue to obtain her impression and she solved them with skills.


    "Miss Ling is getting more and more famous." Ling Qingyu heard a man''s voice, His tone consisted of vicissitudes and powers. Only those who rose from ashes had this aura in their voices.


    "Thank you, Mister. I''m just doing what I can to repay the society." Ling Qingyu didn''t want a high title on her head. Instead of praise, it was a burden.


    "Not many can have the same mindset as yours. As there is white, there is also ck." The man muttered.


    "How do I address you, Mister?" Ling Qingyu asked while her intuition sensed weirdness in this man.


    "The old man''s surname is Hu." The man appeared in histe fifties, wearing a grey man suit, and standing tall like an old mafia boss.


    "So, it''s Mr. Hu. I wonder what''s the connection with the real estate enterprise of Hu Group." Ling Qingyu asked.


    "I''m just a little bosspared to Miss Ling''s grandeur." Mr. Hu sounded peaceful but Ling Qingyu had no idea why she sensed malice. "Ms. Ling''s methods were too good and clean."


    "I''m sorry I have no idea what you''re talking about." Ling Qingyu was puzzled for a while andter realized the man before her was indeed the leader of the Hu gang.


    She had no idea how she became rted to those desperadoes. Ling Qingyu didn''t really want to get close to the gang factions which affected the rtionship with Yang Qingyue.


    Or left a handle for her enemies to attack Yang Qingyue in the political arena. Knowing now that the man was the gang leader, Ling Qingyu intended to cut him off.


    But would Mr. Hu grant her wish? "Although I have no idea, Ms. Ling Qingyu encountering an ident a week ago also brought bad news for me. In contrast to your good recovery, I lost my men and my son."


    By now, Ling Qingyu knew she met someone saying Yin and Yang with her. When she was about to go around, Mr. Hu blocked her.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes drifted toward Xiao Yue inint. Did this girl possess some attributes simr to a crow''s mouth?


    She just stated troubles would alwayse and spoke the longest words, Ling Qingyu ever heard. It seemed she must be fearful should Xiao Yue begin to say for long.


    Xiao Yue shrugged and spread her palm, helplessly. Heaven forbid or any deity, she never meant to experience straightaway.


    Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched and returned her attention to Mr. Hu. "I don''t quite get it, Mister. Although you have my sympathy, I''m also helpless." She replied, expressing her innocence.


    Ling Qingyu understood what matters the man was talking about. She gave a secret nce at Xiao Yue, who also nodded imperceptibly.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue followed Ling Qingyu''s retaliation n and messed around the Hu gang, responsible for her ''death''. They even burnt the son of gang leader alive.


    Ling Qingyu gave full support for their actions. These gang members had been arbitrarily abusing other helpless people and needed to be taught.


    "My son was burnt alive, ording to a police report." Mr. Hu gritted his teeth as he said. "And the perpetrator are let loose. If the justice system couldn''t give me the answer, I intend to pursue it with my own hands."


    A naked threat. Ling Qingyu probably knew this man suspected and confirmed it was hers.


    "Perhaps, the system is inherently wed, that some people exploit the holes and burn themselves. You y with fire; you''re gonna get burned someday." Ling Qingyu said sarcastically.


    The man cracked his fists as he red at Xiao Yue. "You have good subordinates, Miss Ling."


    "No, I have a better family, who love me and protect me."

 Chapter 240: A war

    Mr. Hu went speechless and subconsciously agreed with Ling Qingyu''s words. His group of gangs was filled with factional fights and power struggles.


    "I gotta go if you don''t mind, Mr. Hu." Ling Qingyu smiled and walked past him. "So, please excuse me."


    Xiao Yue stuck with her, preparing for any moves should Mr. Hu take. Ling Qingyu was confident there wasn''t going to be any problem in this ce.


    Once the old man made a move, he was doomed. Although for his son, he desired vengeance it hadn''t consumed his rationality.


    "Ms. Ling should know, that idents happen every day. Don''t think the thunder will never strike the same ce?" Mr. Hu said.


    "I''ll take care of my own business. I trust my own security team and my luck." Ling Qingyu slowed down but kept walking.


    "What about your employees then, Ms. Ling? Can you take care of them on a daily basis?"


    Ling Qingyu stopped her steps, her back against the man, while Xiao Yue stood beside her with her eyebrows twitching.


    Although Ling Qingyu appeared soft and gentle, under skin exuded a strong steel-like mindset that refused to budge an inch to the aggressor. Don''t look at Ling Qingyu losing in front of them and giving up.


    That was because they were familiar and as close as sisters. If she made up her mind, no one could sway her goal.


    "Sir, is this considered a threat? Am I hearing everything correctly?" Ling Qingyu sneered and turned her head a little to the side.


    The man chuckled and fixed his cor. "No, Ms. Ling. I''m giving you some advice so that you can think more deeply about the consequences."


    Ling Qingyuughed coldly and said slowly. "Mr. Hu, you''ve got my attention. Congrattions! From now on, my eyes are going to be on you."


    "Same here. Vice versa, just the way we work in a business." Mr. Hu turned around and smiled.


    "So, you want to y a game with me, huh?" Ling Qingyu rotated her body to the side.


    "Of course, not after you cross me, you think you can get out of Province N in one piece; a metaphor by the way." The man stepped closer, his every pace increasing his momentum.


    Xiao Yue wanted to p her forehead and pray for the old man. One had to remember with only Tang Ziyi and her existence, Ling Qingyu thwarted the entire gang into chaos.


    Now that Ling Qingyu had more professionally trained special guards, who also could act likew enforcement, she was already bullying Mr. Hu.


    Nheless, the rascals had their ways. Mr. Hu''s threat worked. Looking out for every staff inside herpany seemed daunting and if not for his reminder, Ling Qingyu felt her action might be toote before she realized her weakness.


    "I must say¡ªthank you for reminding me. If Mister hasn''t said anything, I might never know my weak spot." Ling Qingyu remained unfazed, releasing her aura and colliding with the gang leader like a queen on a high throne.


    Mr. Hu smiled at Ling Qingyu''s reply. He didn''t think he was doing something advantageous for his enemy. Only through psychological pressure, Ling Qingyu would make mistakes and boom¡ªit was his moment to move.


    "After all, in front of thedies, I''ve to be a gentleman."


    "A man?" Ling Qingyu snickered. "You''re not worth calling yourself a man. A scum wasting our precious soil; animals should be better than you. If it weren''t for the public asion, you ain''t going to be talking like this to me."


    "Same to you as well, Miss. You gotta thank Shen family; otherwise, we might be talking privately in a cer." Mr. Hu replied.


    "Indeed, we will. But who''s the hunter and who''s the prey? I think it''s difficult to tell." Ling Qingyu didn''t give in.


    "My wife is still in trauma, not recovering from my son''s death, while you lived a life of enjoyment. What says you?"


    The hallway seemed to dim as Mr. Hu''s words hung in the air, each syble heavy with grief. Ling Qingyu''s surroundings blurred, and the air felt thick, like an impending storm.


    "I hope your whole family follows your son. He died a good death. I''ve to give apuse to the culprit you are searching for because his death saves many more women from suffering and many families from breaking up." Ling Qingyu said. "No, I fix my words¡ªI regret you weren''t also burned. Tsk¡­Tsk."


    "LING QINGYU, You think having Yang Qingyue keeps you away from harm." The man took a deep breath.


    "No, I don''t. I prefer self-reliance than depending on others." Ling Qingyu said. "I thought of letting you enjoy freedom but never expected you don''t have gratitude and instead me me for your son''s death. Remember, once you make a move, I won''t hold back either."


    "Likewise. Likewise."


    "Life and death," Ling Qingyu said, pausing. "A feud will be settled soon." Each word hung in the air, pregnant with a promise that sent a shiver down Mr. Hu''s spine.


    Ling Qingyu walked away, nking her heels impassively. Xiao Yue followed and pursed her lips. Soon, an evilughter rang from behind, echoing across the corridors.


    "Ling Qingyu. Ling Qingyu. Hahaha! I never expected one day, the person I most hate would be a woman. Hahaha!"


    Mr. Hu stepped away in the opposite direction.


    The two''s dialogue went smoothly without anyone''s presence. As for whether there was someone eavesdropping, no one cared.


    When Ling Qingyu turned the corner, she paused and struck hard on the red carpet wall with her fist.


    Her eyes red and her nostrils widened a little, gasping for more breath and exhaling deeply. She was controlling her frantic emotions when she spoke with the man just now.


    It was hard, withholding her frustration and anger, to the brisk where she even wanted to destroy her high heels. How she wished she could''ve mmed the old man to the floor and thrown him around like a useless bag?


    "Sister Ling. Don''t worry, you have us. Remember, you''re not alone in this." Xiao Yue tried to console.


    "I know. I''m just a little moody." Ling Qingyu gasped for breath. "Perhaps, my period is nearing so much so that I needed to vent." She cracked a joke.


    Xiao Yue felt relieved and nodded at Ling Qingyu''s psychological forbearance. "It''s good this way. He''s merely poking a ho nest. He has no idea what enemies he made today."


    Ling Qingyu felt better after she heard this. "Indeed. My anger rises not because of a threat but because his words reminded me of Wang Xiuying''s trauma. How many more have to suffer before it stops? Whenever I think of my employees, who are mostly women, suffering under their hands...!"


    Ling Qingyu gritted her teeth. She didn''t need to say more, Xiao Yue understood. Thinking of women facing their worst nightmare, Ling Qingyu''s brain fumed.


    Sex trafficking, forced prostitution, destroying happy families¡ªnone ever got justice and fixed. Now, this man who worked in those fields,id his eyes on Ling Qingyu; she would be lying if she wasn''t pressured.


    Gangs never confronted and merely bullied the weak. That was what Ling Qingyu feared¡ªbeing hit hard and suffering a tragedy when her focus was somewhere.


    Xiao Yue smiled suddenly. "You don''t need to care too much. Continue your normal routine. We almost forgot we have Athena."


    "Yes! Athena!" Ling Qingyu eximed. "Godlike existence perfect for the job. Little Yue, you are indeed my number one strategist."


    Neither said more but their brains worked at the same frequency. Athena cooperating with her guards and the police solved everything.


    "I say, Sister Ling, stop calling me little, and are you sure you even have other strategists other than me."


    "Thank you, Shortie Yue."


    "¡­Ah!... Ling Qingyu...F**k you."


    ....


    Ling Qingyu and Xiao Yue returned to their seats, before the main event began¡ªthe auction.


    Xiao Yue sat beside Tang Ziyi and whispered what happened after they came from the toilet. Obviously, Tang Ziyi wrinkled her brows and tapped the table rhythmically with her index finger.


    "I guess, we aren''t going to be free in the following days." Tang Ziyi said.


    Xiao Yue nodded. "Exactly. But it''s great that we are free from boredom."


    Tang Ziyi was nonchnt to Xiao Yue''s words. "It seems we must upgrade and intensify the training of our guards. They are already good but I want the best out of them."


    Xiao Yue''s corner of the mouth twitched. She prayed for the poor souls who would be tortured in the next days and swore it wasn''t her fault.


    Every Ling Qingyu''s guard felt chills deep in their spines. Somehow, the premonition that they were going to suffer came into their mind. Everyone kicked away the weirdness and concentrated on their current task.


    Apart from Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, no one knew what happened when Ling Qingyu went out. She didn''t want to create an extra burden on her confidantes.


    Knowing more would only be detrimental to them. As for talking to Yang Qingyue, please, she didn''t have to add more restraint unless necessary.


    Since she meant life and death, there would only be one victorious and the result should likely end in killing Mr. Hu and his family. If Yang Qingyue knew her n, she would immediately prevent her actions.


    Ling Qingyu intended to cut off the roots, not even leaving weeds. It was for the better, for the people of Province N. If she sent those guys to jail, they would merely prosper inside the prison.


    Who knew whether they could make aeback? Only foolish people would rely on justice system in regards to those gangs.


    No need to look far¡ªwasn''t her previous world, in Mexico, the cartel never waned or got extinguished. It was the justice system, which fed them advantages instead. Only brutal bloodshed could solved the deep root problem.


    Soon, the host came up on the stage and a group of beautiful girls, wearing traditional red cheongsam brought up various packages hidden underneath the cloaks on the table andstepped behind with smiles and alluring eyes.


    While many were breathing unstable, awaiting for the items to be unfolded, Ling Qingyu leaned on her palm, eyes moving up and down, scanning the girls'' body.


    She sighed in regret. Although not to her standard, they were pretty in their own way. Anyway, it was better than a group of men posing.


    "Hmph!"


    Ling Qingyu straighted her waist and sat properly, coughing to show seriousness. No need to find who humphed, except for her petty Yang Qingyue.


    Why couldn''t she even feast over the eye candies? Ling Qingyu smiled appropriately at Yang Qingyue.

 Chapter 241: Ling Qingyu: Is there something wrong with my IQ

    [A/N: Please reread the previous chapter since I updated them yesterday if you only saw the short version. A bit dizzy yesterday due tock of sleeping and wrong sleep cycles.]


    The first item exhibited didn''t even move Ling Qingyu''s eyelids. It was nothing more than the famous abstract painting or it seemed.


    After the host announced the identity of the painter, people gasped. Their eyes shone with greed to own the painting.


    Ling Qingyu was confused. People enjoyed seeing weird pattern designs and felt the true art. Howe? Whenever she looked at the painting, why did she feel like an idiot? She couldn''t analyze anything.


    Ling Qingyu scratched her head, doubtful of her IQ, afterparing with the restless crowd. Even Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, who had nothing to do with art, werementing on this and that.


    She nearly plucked away her hair from overthinking. Her expression amused Yang Qingyue on the side, who chuckled.


    "What? You''re even looking down on me." Ling Qingyu narrowed her eyes.


    "Of course not, Sister Ling. I''m relieved there is someone who''s in the same situation as me," said Yang Qingyue.


    Ling Qingyu suspected this girl was lying but there was no evidence. Anyway, she felt better Yang Qingyue apanying her misery, whether on pretense or not.


    Seeing the first item as a mere painting, Ling Qingyu quickly lost interest. Her eyes scanned over other materials underneath the cloak.


    She rubbed her knuckles in excitement. Having heard many stories of the protagonist finding a treasure by paying less than the amount it was worth, Ling Qingyu wondered if her luck would give her the opportunity.


    ''Miss System, can you tell me whether any items here for immortality inheritance or simr?'' Ling Qingyu asked in her mind.


    Miss System rolled her eyes at Ling Qingyu''s request. Although this was the first time she served as a system, Ling Qingyu''s presumptuous idea broadened the horizon. But she scanned every object meticulously, despite her opposite announcement.


    [Nope, nothing rted. But they are good collectibles. You can decorate your empty manor.]


    Ling Qingyu''s face expressed regret. She didn''t anticipate much but wasn''t feeling well either. She didn''t doubt Miss System''s answer because multiverse existence disdained to lie.


    While murmurs gained momentum among the crowd, the host finished describing the painting''s history. Losing her desire, Ling Qingyu slouched on the seat in boredom, raising strangeness in Yang Qingyue''s eyes.


    What happened again? One moment full of hope, The next moment, loser vibe. Yang Qingyue thought, puzzled.


    The host announced. "Ladies and gentlemen, this item will start at 100,000 yuan. Each increment should be at least 10,000. Please start raising price."


    A short whileter. "110,000!"


    "125000!"


    "200000!"


    "¡­"


    "250000 once, twice¡­and sold." The host smiled and pped the small wooden hammer.


    Ling Qingyu was speechless. Well, her first experience of attending the auction was exactly what she had seen in movies and novels.


    The excitement and the crowd synergy, the silentpetition between individuals were shown vividly before her.


    The auction resumed and people''s excitement never went down. It seemed there was something like a maic aura, attracting people to own ancient collectible works.


    Whenever Ling Qingyu eyed those items, she felt empty. What she desired to keep were mostly technologically advanced items.


    The second item was unveiled. A strong steel epee telling tales of battles of vicissitudes. The golden handle where some pieces went missing. Ling Qingyu seemed to understand the collector''s emotion.


    The price began with 50,000 yuan and it was still increasing without any signs of slowing down. Ling Qingyu sometimes raised her sign, participating in the auction and discovered joy, smiling happily.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue smacked their tongue at Ling Qingyu''s childishness. They were initially worried Ling Qingyu''s mind would be burdened by the threats from the gangs.


    It seemed they were thinking too much. Either she forgot so soon or her trust in them was immeasurable.


    Somehow whenever she raised her hand, others stoppedpeting, as if frightened of being remembered by Ling Qingyu. She understood, why strength was supreme.


    "Sold. Congrattions to Miss Ling, who owned the most dazzling epee." The host ttered.


    Finally, Ling Qingyu won the prize with half a million yuan. An ancient weapon from the 16th century¡ªLing Qingyu preferred these to be her manor''s decoration rather than abstract art.


    "Why do think of buying this one?" Yang Qingyue asked.


    "I like weapons. If not for the restriction of firearms, I even want to decorate my house with several types of firearms from different countries." Ling Qingyu said.


    "I''m sure, you''ve no sense of arts." Yang Qingyue mocked Ling Qingyu to speechlessness.


    "At least, this epee can be used to cut someone and protect myself." Ling Qingyu retorted. "What''s the use of paintings, other than taking up my spacious manor?"


    Yang Qingyue''s mouth twitched, helpless against Ling Qingyu''s answer. Although she had no sense of artistic talent, at least, living in a house where those beautiful paintings were hanging on the walls ted anyone''s soul.


    It helped as a psychologicalfort and raised the prestige when someone visited one''s house.


    As for what Ling Qingyu thought, Yang Qingyue really didn''t want to know. In fact, Ling Qingyu had a simple reason why she rejected these paintings on her manor''s wall, because they were all owned by Shen family.


    Every rich family, preserving their wealth for generations, had heritage in terms of both real estate and collectible items. These were the tell-tale signs differentiating between the wealthy sses.


    What the Shen family sold in today''s auction wasn''t what they wanted to sell. There were many they kept to themselves. If not for their dire financial condition, Ling Qingyu guessed, this auction wouldn''t be held in the first ce.


    What dire situation? Ling Qingyu had no idea but based on the past conversation with Mr. Shen, Ling Qingyu predicted the big family was in urgent need of money input.


    This was also another reason why Shen family paid huge attention to her, who squandered billions of yuan easily without any hesitation.


    Of course, the items in the auction could also belong to other families. Despite not having a bad reputation, Shen family weren''t innocent as they depicted themselves in public.

 Chapter 242: Stop mentioning me, Im not Doraemon

    The auction wouldn''t stop with Ling Qingyu''s thought. It continued as usual, unveiling numerous kinds of collectible items.


    Ling Qingyu quickly lost interest, none of theter items had a deep heritage. Nheless, a portion of bootlickers remained chanting prices given their energy. If not to give face to Shen family, she wouldn''te here at all.


    After all, refusing Mr. Shen''s personal invitation, though wouldn''t bring any trouble, Ling Qingyu disliked doing such a stupid act.


    She and Yang Qingyue spoke, their faces close together, unrted topics. Ling Qingyu felt their intimacy was increasing dramatically.


    Based on this factor, she didn''t suffer a loss,ing here in boredom. When Yang Qingyu couldn''t hear, Ling Qingyu simply moved her mouth to the young policewoman''s ears and whispered to his favorite.


    "How are you going to pay back?" Yang Qingyu asked out of nowhere.


    "Payback what?" Ling Qingyu was puzzled.


    "Did you really forget I drove away the lunatics?" Yang Qingyue said with a threatening tone.


    Ling Qingyu giggled and cursed inwardly. You drove away one but another came and rode my head.


    "I said whatever you need." Ling Qingyu answered.


    "But that isn''t specific." Yang Qingyue whined.


    "How about the armored truck you saw in the past days? I''ll give you 4." Ling Qingyu relented.


    Yang Qingyue''s eyes shone and eximed happily. "Great, great. I want those beasts a long time ago."


    "You have a good eye." Ling Qingyu snorted. "Your mouth is drooling; take care of your image."


    Yang Qingyue was shocked and immediately wiped with the back of her hands and discovered nothing. "You, dead girl, learn to lie to the official."


    Ling Qingyu leaned back and avoided Yang Qingyue''s cute p. While their actions weren''t seen by most people, some interested parties noted the warm interaction and sighed at their closeness.


    Particrly, Mr. Shen had a premonition that his n sank into a ditch. He and his father already estimated Ling Qingyu''s ability and concluded in the future, Ling Qingyu could surpass their family.


    He was reluctant to let this woman go out of his grasp. He must press her underneath by any means necessary. There were various routes to take to conquer Ling Qingyu but none would work conventionally, not to mention with the addition of Yang Qingyue''s presence.


    Once Ling Qingyu became his, the rejuvenation of the Shen family wasn''t far. Someone who could raise thepany''s worth from the pitiful money to more than 30-40 billion yuan, had the capability to do more with the Shen family''s foundation.


    Unknown to Ling Qingyu, people with bad intentions wereying traps and conspiracy, she just immersed herself at the moment, indulging in Yang Qingyue''s sophistry and fragrance.


    "Sister Yang, I''ll be sponsoring you with more vehicles in theing future." Ling Qingyu said seriously. "A newpany that I build will manufacture several types of cars and the sedan ss might be the best suitable for your force. Remember the HongQi¡ªthe luxurious type¡ªthat I gave you."


    Yang Qingyue nodded. "If the quality won''t threaten the safety and convenience, I would like to see the vehicles."


    "I''m sure you won''t be disappointed." Ling Qingyu said. "Except forcking too many functions, the reliability and durability remain the same."


    "In fact, I don''t need this much." Yang Qingyue made a suffocating smile. "If you continue providing, I''m not sure if there will be enough officers for the amount that you sponsor, even if one person driving one vehicle."


    Ling Qingyu pped her forehead. She almost forgot she was in Province N. The police force was usually understaffed due to ack of recruitment from fresh blood, especially under the dark turmoil.


    Who in the right mind wanted to find the meaningless battle against injustice since the true culprits were the ones sitting behind the desk and ordering them?


    Ling Qingyu pursed her lips as she replied. "Well, don''t worry I''m also advertising my brand through yours so you don''t need to care too much."


    "Tsk..as expected from the businesswoman. You never ever stop taking advantage of others." Yang Qingyue smacked her lips in displeasure. "But I''m satisfied with your beasts. So, it doesn''t matter."


    "In the end, as long as I give benefits, you''ll speak." Ling Qingyu poked the pretentious balloon mercilessly.


    Yang Qingyue red and took a sip of wine, not bothering to talk.


    "I suggest you raise the police image in the public as soon as possible to increase the manpower." Ling Qingyu expressed her opinion. "Once you form a rigorous and virtuous cycle, your goal won''t be far away."


    Yang Qingyue knew and nodded. "I''m aware of these factors and I''m trying."


    "Well, how about I help you in another way?" Ling Qingyu changed the topic when she saw Yang Qingyue distraught.


    "What way?"


    "Sister Tang can train your loyal subordinates to the level of special units and I''m sure she will agree." Ling Qingyu said.


    "That''s not counted. I already negotiated a price with her long ago." Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes at someone who always looked to exploit others.


    "I''m talking about the training venue in my area. Everything is provided by me. You don''t need a dime." Ling Qingyu''s eyes glittered like a fox.


    "Deal!" Yang Qingyue quickly agreed, afraid that Ling Qingyu would refuse to recognizeter. "You must promise me not to go back after your words."


    "How could I bear to hurt my lovely police chieftess?" Ling Qingyu teased with a wolfish smile. She regained her smile and said solemnly. "I advise your subordinates should be someone loyal to you and very trustworthy, not spreading my involvement."


    Yang Qingyue agreed. Although she sat on this important seat only for a short time, she understood the water shouldn''t flow to outsiders and away from her control. She must first fill her own.


    "But how can you be sure, your venue is better than our officials''?" Yang Qingyue eyed Ling Qingyu suspiciously, although she had long trusted this woman because Ling Qingyu had never disappointed her expectations.


    "You cane to my ce and see it for yourselves. Tang Ziyi supervised the construction personally." Ling Qingyu said, throwing away the responsibilities of Tang Ziyi, who also perked her ears whenever her name was mentioned. If not for the corner of her lips twitching slightly, she seemed uninterested in their topic.


    Tang Ziyi exchanged nces with Xiao Yue. Ling Qingyu really did poise her like a roadblock to dissuade Yang Qingyue from asking further. Whatever the case, Tang Ziyi was there to solve it.


    She wanted to tell Ling Qingyu¡ªshe wasn''t a Doraemon existence.

 Chapter 243: Pretentious moment

    "Sister Yang, you better focus more on the public rtion." Ling Qingyu gave a suggestion. "As long as you have a positive influence on the public, the rest bes easy. How about the pieces of advice, me and Sister Tang told you?"


    Yang Qingyue tapped her chin. "I''ve only arranged the task force to set up an emergency traffic response unit for the critical patients. As for the live broadcast and media technique, the new innovation¡ªI might have to disappoint my sister."


    Ling Qingyu nodded, despite not being satisfied with the results. Yang Qingyue was stuck in the old ideas. As a fresh blood, she must choose a path different from the rest, creating a trend.


    "If you are talking about having financial difficulties to hire celebrities, you can pull it from my donated amount, or here is my ready-made sister." Ling Qingyu pointed at her cheap sister.


    Although Ling Yunxiang was in a controversial quagmire, the discussion around her name had be clearer and cleaner. A healthy atmosphere rose under Athena''s suppression.


    Not to mention her threat against the Qin family worked superbly, cutting off further antagonizing movements which could harm Ling Yunxiang. In other words, Ling Yunxiang now fell under Ling Qingyu''s protection, without having to worry.


    Her status had been raised again and the previous salty ck reputation now overturned with appropriate analysis by eagerizens and experts, including those hired by Ling Qingyu.


    Overall, letting Ling Yunxiang work for Yang Qingyue, even for a short moment, was a suitable option. Yang Qingyue thought more and didn''t agree straight away.


    She felt hiring celebrities to promote her police force wasn''t a down-to-earth approach. What if her subordinates broadcasted themselves to the public, providing a close look at their work? The idea seemed feasible.


    Hearing Yang Qingyue''s approach, Ling Qingyu beamed with smiles and nodded. "But your public rtions department will be busy soon. I''m sure, once you make an announcement, so many tforms wille to you."


    "Aren''t you envious?" Yang Qingyue asked cheekily, obviously pointing out another source of wealth.


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    "Didn''t you just say a moment ago, not to bite more than you can chew?" Ling Qingyu said with a smile. "If you''re willing to wait a while, I canplete the tform for you but the disadvantage is as a neer, the exposure will be extremely low. I''m sure it will be fine after a while but your intended goals might bete."


    Yang Qingyue''s eyes turned gentle. Even though the greedy businesswoman in front of her always sought wealth, she wouldn''t cheat her friend, especially after pointing out the pros and cons.


    Ling Qingyu:Excuse me?


    Actually, Yang Qingyue already noticed the situation but she was willing to sell a bit to repay gratitude toward Ling Qingyu.


    Both conversed while in the backgroundpetition of price tags ensued. Ling Qingyu''s and Yang Qingyue''s harmonious scene contrasted the heated battle of wealth.


    The two women also stopped chatting and focused their attention on the items presented. Another 2 items had already been auctioned after Ling Qingyu bought the epee.


    There were more expensive than hers and she wasn''t surprised. Thetter the line the more valuable the items were. Every arrangement followed such principle.


    "Now, let us see the ancient vases from the Alyssian era." The host eximed with excitement. "We''ve two emerald vases, inscribed with sculptures and patterns, describing the history. Don''t worry, guests, we''ve verified with pertinent experts about the authenticity of the items. Now, let''s begin with 1 million, each increment is 100,000."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes lit up after the items were unveiled. The emerald vase with golden lining, despitecking in luster, its aura told the onlookers what legend it had witnessed. Alyssian era, which Ling Qingyu had no idea whether it resembled the Roman Empire in her past world.


    A short whileter, a burst of cries, calling the prices, increased the amount rapidly. "1.1 million!"


    "1.5 million."


    "1.6 million."


    "1.8 million."


    Ling Qingyu was a bit surprised, the tendency to rise up didn''t even slow down. She was puzzled at the crowd''s reaction. After all, even though she had been in this world for several weeks and studied theplete history, she couldn''t understand the legacy of the Alyssian Empire yet.


    How much was it sought after, especially in a different continent? Ironically, the items from different continents spread because of the tentacle injection of democratic schools of thought on other continents, beginning from the Alyssia Empire.


    A strong empire disintegrated after several centuries yet people still respected the supreme empress, whoid down the peaceful system and path of status upgrade.


    Ling Qingyu wanted tough but she thought things always went unexpectedly. An empire transformed into several democratic states and the influence even reached other continents.


    However, Ling Qingyu still gave maximum respect to the empress and even wondered if she was a transmigrator like her, because the empress''s deeds were too miraculous and appeared like a mythology.


    As items belonging to the empress era, Ling Qingyu also followed suit and raised her banner. "3 million."


    "3 million!" The host shouted feverishly. "Anyone else¡­going once¡ª"


    "3.1 million." Another man shouted and raised his brows at Ling Qingyu in mockery as if to tell Ling Qingyu to keep going, she would only raise more.


    Ling Qingyu ignored his psychological attack, her voice remained calm. "3.5 million" She opened her mouth.


    "3.6 million." Another woman also raised the prices. For now, the items were wrestled between the people, sitting at the forefront.


    "3.7 million." This time it was the man who was sitting in the same table as the woman.


    Ling Qingyu decided to stay put and as she expected all the guests sitting in the same front arrangement shouted one after another until the price stagnated at 4.4 million yuan.


    Only then Ling Qingyu entered the stage when fewer participants were involved. Her cold yet soft voice uttered, silencing the hall. "4.5 million."


    Many had begun to think twice. Spending thisamount for a pair of mere antique vases wasn''t worth it.


    There were many auction objects remaining to be unveiled. Spending a colossal amount and not having enough when one desired would be an embarrassment.


    Still, some didn''t want to give up. "4.6 million!"


    "4.85 million."


    Ling Qingyu''s expression remained stoic as she followed. "5 million."


    She had already shown her attitude and trying topete more meant offending her, or so many thought. In fact, Ling Qingyu didn''t care as long as no one cheated her. This was the battlefield of who could throw more money, not statuspetition or bullying others.


    "Going once; going twice,¡ª" Just when the host was about to hammer, a distinct male voice attracted attention.


    "5.1 million." Ling Qingyu tilted her head in the direction of the voice and saw the same man who gave a mocking smile at her before.


    This time, his expression proved something was amiss. Ling Qingyu''s intuition believed the sudden conjecture to avoid trouble and let the man take the vases away.


    Nheless, Ling Qingyu wasn''t someone who easily gave up and fought for it. To dissuade the opponent from continuing to follow, Ling Qingyu returned the gentle smile, her expression difficult to interpret.


    But what she said brought a strong deterrence. "6 million."


    The host was also in utter disbelief. Everyone eyed Ling Qingyu in a different light, who had be more and more unfathomable.


    Ling Qingyu noticed the change in attitudes of the onlookers. The corner of her eyes even captured Lin Fan deeply scrutinizing her. Ling Qingyu was keen on grabbing the antique vases.


    Her heart somehow yearned as if these vases had something she highly sought. Having asked Miss System several times, Ling Qingyu received a negative answer. However, she was by no means giving up on them.


    She hoped the male protagonist didn''t get involved. Otherwise, she didn''t mind killing his prestige and confidence.


    Although she didn''t admit herself, she liked pressing the protagonist''s head to the ground so much, given any opportunity.


    But her enjoyment wasn''t for long, the man pursued: "6.1 million."


    Ling Qingyu had a suspicion¡ªwouldn''t this man trying to disrupt her? She didn''t mind, since money could solve problems, what was the matter with spending a little more millions.


    "6.5 million." Ling Qingyu said.


    "6.6 million." By now Ling Qingyu would be a fool if she didn''t recognize the man wasn''t giving some trouble.


    The onlookers also discovered the situation and sat behind the scenes, eating melons. Two big individuals were now fighting and the show was exclusively for them to watch.


    Ling Qingyu breathed to calm down, analyzed the reason why this man was antagonizing her, and responded harder. In terms of wealth, there was no one who could match her in this world.


    Of course, when it was time to give up, she would. But if she didn''t teach a hard lesson, she wouldn''t be Ling Qingyu.


    "7 million."


    "7.1 million."


    Sure enough, he was adding 100,000 yuan every time she pronounced a price. Yang Qingyue held Ling Qingyu to stop following the opponents'' rhythm. "You should know, someone is trying to calcte you. Where''s the talented woman I see?"


    Ling Qingyu patted her hand to assure her, she had her emotions in control and announced. "7.5 million."


    "7.6 million."


    "What is the identity of the man and why is he trying to fight me?" Ling Qingyu asked with a confused face.


    Yang Qingyue sighed and shook her head. She also didn''t know. Otherwise, she had already informed the man''s background.

 Chapter 244: Mental tug of war

    Amidst themotion, the tone of Ling Qingyu''s whisper with Yang Qingyue was hard to discern but Tang Ziyi, Xiao Yue and Athena heard it clearly.


    Before Tang Ziyi took action, Athena was swifter. Ling Qingyu''s phone vibrated, capturing her attention.


    She swiped the screen and discovered a message written by her cheap daughter. It was the information of the man, who was provoking her to spend more or attempting to suppress her rising prestige.


    In any case, the man was already an eyesore and enemy of Ling Qingyu. Athena quickly stated the reason why the man was against her.


    He was a close confidante of a fat guy who tried to encroach ormit sexual harassment. Now, Ling Qingyu understood but she didn''t forget to raise the price.


    "7.8 million." Her lips curled as she thought teaching this guy a memorable lesson. Offending her meant he would soon be in trouble.


    Of course, so long as the man''s hands were clean and had no stain of innocent blood, Ling Qingyu wouldn''t retaliate too much.


    Nheless, having a close rtionship with the fat guy meant the above conjecture was impossible. The same flock of birds lived and ate together.


    "7.9 mill¡ª"


    "8 million." Ling Qingyu interrupted. The price rose more and more until Ling Qingyu uttered: "12 million!"


    Her eyes narrowed as she nced at her so-calledpetitor. The man hesitated a little but still added another 100,000 yuan.


    Every time Ling Qingyu uttered a number, he always added the same amount. This was already breaking the hidden unspoken rules among the riches.


    Nobody said anything but their disdains expressed everything. No one liked having a person always finding troubles by their side like the man did. Who could say he wouldn''t affect the rest?


    Perhaps because the man only targeted Ling Qingyu the majority endured but once it spread the man wasn''t far from trouble. The man also felt it but what could they do? He hadn''t broken anyws or rules.


    And he only aimed his action against Ling Qingyu. Maybe some other rich individual thought the same as him to suppress Ling Qingyu''s momentum.


    Many already predicted the reputation Ling Qingyu gained tonight already overwhelmed theirs. In theing future, they might even have to crawl before Ling Qingyu, with her talent and luck.


    "15 million." Ling Qingyu waited for the man''s next move and as expected he followed. But this time Ling Qingyu didn''t open his mouth.


    The man became anxious; he didn''t want to pay a colossal amount just for a mere pair of vases. Despite the deep cultural heritage, it was also a bit straining for him to pay more than 15 million yuan.


    "Going once...going twice..." The host, knowing more about the world, slowed down his pacing and each of his hammers struck the man, fighting against Ling Qingyu, to panic.


    How much he wished Ling Qingyu to continue? He studied her expression and knew Ling Qingyu delivered a teasing face.


    The two were now in a mental tug of war. Whoever lost their concentration first would be defeated?


    Although Ling Qingyu didn''t mind spending more money, she abhorred others trying to exploit her. After studying the man meticulously, especially the moment when the item nearly belonged to him, Ling Qingyu discovered, the man''splexion changing and smiled.


    She knew she already won and said. "20 million."


    Ling Qingyu turned her head toward the man again and gestured for him to keep up. This time, she had really decided to give up if the man continued, teaching him a profound lesson.


    "Sold!" The host pped and congratted Ling Qingyu. He was satisfied with the amount received from selling two simple vases. Even if he worked elsewhere, his resume shone; so, his heart was warmer whenever Ling Qingyu was present.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu felt relieved whenever she thought most of her money would go to the charitable fund. At least, her spending wasn''t in vain. Ling Qingyuforted herself.


    The others also were aware of Ling Qingyu''s victory, who thoroughly rubbed the man''s face to the ground.


    Lin Fan appreciated Ling Qingyu''s action¡ªas expected from his near-to-be wife, until Lan Xi beside him, twisted his waist muscle.


    Miss System who was overwatching from the background sneered. Wanting her daughter to be a woman apanying a husband, hmph!


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes wandered around, suspecting she heard someone humphing nearby and trying to find the culprit, having no idea Miss System was with her while Yang Qingyueined multiple times for the wasteful action Ling Qingyu did.


    Fortunately, Ling Qingyu exined quickly the battle of prestige and the importance of the results for her future n to Yang Qingyue, who immediately rolled her eyes, hateful at the bureaucratic fight between high-ranking seats.


    Afterward, the auction resumed its normal progress, without any additional gunpowder. A painting by an emperor from an unknown dynasty came and was sold at 18 million yuan.


    Since Ling Qingyu had no love or hobbies concerning collectibles, she wasn''t interested and didn''t bid. Many were relieved at her non-interference Buddhist reaction.


    They understood by now, that once Ling Qingyu had an interest on something, nobody could fight her at all. Even if they won, the final results described misery.


    Another item came up and after the female staff dragged away the red drape, people gasped. Ling Qingyu was stunned¡ª too beautiful, she muttered.


    Even for someone who didn''t have a sense of beauty, the reaction was stumped. What about other girls who cared more?


    Especially Ling Yunxiang and Zhao Xiurong almost stood up from their seats. Every female had red eyes, their insanity took over.


    Some who were wives of the rich men urged their husbands, while the richdies themselves, began to calcte how much they could afford.


    The host knowingly waited for a while, feasting on many eager expressions and generating heat amongst the guests. To be frank, Shen family was also reluctant to auction the item, but if they didn''t, the entire auction would be aughingstock, where the family couldn''t evene up with an excellent collectible.


    What was unfolded on the stage was a piece of pearl jewelry. Arge gorgeous natural pearl attached underneath shiny diamonds and strings of smaller pearl beads to form a ne.


    A mere reflection from the light illuminated the entire hall. Seeing the crowds about to move, the host professionally controlled the rhythm and introduced its history.


    This pearl dated back to 600 years ago, witnessing the rise and fall of several dynasties. Originally, the jewelry was only made from a single big natural pearl, bought by the earl for his loving wife from the southeastern sea.


    Later on, the possession changed hands through several officials and nobles until it reached the empress dowager and then got lost after the fall of the dynasty.


    Through various hands, the jewelry was upgraded with additional diamonds and beads of smaller pearls. Owning one satisfied vanity because the pearl had been touched by various high-ssdies.


    Ling Qingyu listened with relish, not moved at all by the legends because she wasn''t nning to own one at all. In contrast to manydies with greed, she seemed too nonchnt.


    Although Ling Qingyu decided to let go, the women around her would never do that. Ling Yunxiang, Zhao Xiurong, Xiao Yue and even Yang Qingyue pierced their gazes at her.


    Ling Qingyu rubbed her skin and asked back with fright. The intensity herpanions stared at her scared the baby to death, Ling Qingyu uttered inwardly. "What are you girls looking at?"


    "Sis, you must get that jewelry." Ling Yunxiang said with gritted teeth.


    "President Ling, if I have the wealth, I would participate but I can''t." Zhao Xiurong sighed and said. "Just one moment for me to hold it in my arms."


    "What about you, Sister Yang?" Ling Qingyu nced at Yang Qingyue strangely. "I thought you''re like me, who isn''t interested in those aspects."


    "Not like you, I also want to be beautiful. It''s just my demand isn''t much. But this time, I also want to see what it looks like on my body." Yang Qingyue replied.


    Xiao Yue said nothing but her gaze exined everything. Fortunately, Tang Ziyi seemed uninterested like hers but the moment Xiao Yue expressed desire, she signaled Ling Qingyu¡ªYou better move your ass!


    Being threatened and pressured by herpanions, Ling Qingyu swallowed and decided to enter the bidding ''willingly''. She already saw her sister and secretary disying their greed too, despite in a hidden manner.


    As the head of a family, how could she bear to ignore the members'' needs? It was a matter of spending more money and nothing else.


    Ling Qingyu never had fear. It was love that moved her to participate. How much she wanted to see their smiles?


    Although doing so andpeting against wealthydies might offend several parties, Ling Qingyu dare! But what she dared not was upsetting the women around her. She had a strong premonition if she lost the bidding battle for theing jewelry, her following days would never have sunshine.

 Chapter 245: How husband felt when their wives glanced at them

    "Now that everyone''s eyes are feverish. We begin selling from 5 million, each increment should not be less than half a million!" The host pped the hammer.


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    And the reaction was quick. "10 million."


    "11 million."


    "14 million."


    "19 million."


    "19.5 million."


    "¡­30 million." The price went up steeply and the host smiled knowing fully well, how much this jewelry was worth.


    As the crowd jeered against each other, the five women around Ling Qingyu stared at her, as if asking why she hadn''t participated yet.


    Ling Qingyu gulped with some difficulty and her survival instinct drove her to exin quickly. "Hey, hey. Please don''t give me such looks. Be a bit merciful. I will bid; don''t worry. Let me tell you why I''m not saying anything."


    Ling Qingyu continued her words without pausing, fearing the women''s future retaliation if she didn''t satisfy any of them. "Given the jewelry''s vast background, timeline and present outlook, I estimate the value of around 80-100 million yuan. That refers to a single buyout. When the auctiones into the equation, the number quickly fluctuates. If I bid now, it''s a waste of my energy and time.


    Only those who can afford wille into yter."


    In fact, among the rich, who didn''t understand her concept? Sometimes, when realities poured cold water, some individuals hoped for a miracle. Like here by calling for a low price and wishing no one furtherpeted with them, even though the scenario was close to zero.


    People always had a dream. What if their wishese true? What if the real powerful ones lost interest and didn''t intervene? A lot of what-ifs were involved but it didn''t cost too much at all for a wish; so, why not go for it.


    Ling Qingyu''s exnation cooled her confidante''s eagerness and the women quietly discussed who should the ne belong to, creating ck lines over her forehead. She bought it and still didn''t own the ne.


    But Ling Qingyu was too frightened to fight for her rights. No matter the angle, she was fighting a defeating war. Soon, they quickly came to an agreement to share with each other.


    Now, she immediatelyprehended the feeling, good husbands encountered when their beloving wives delivered a single look, which expressed their demands. The urge to survive and avoid disappointing loved ones, sprung the men into actions. Ling Qingyu was also in a simr state.


    Seeing frustration and disappointment in her confidantes'' expressions, Ling Qingyu was certain, she would never like to experience it personally.


    She swore it was definitely her great love, which caused her to participate in the bidding, not fearful of the wives. Although she addressed them as sisters, in her eyes, they were her wives. Of course, Ling Yunxiang might be a separate entity.


    While listening to the back-and-forth negotiations among the women, Ling Qingyu paid attention to the stage. The price had risen to an astonishing 50 million and the pace had yet to show signs of slowing down.


    Despite a significant decrease inmotions, because most could no longer afford it, the arena was still heavily contested, upgrading stage after stage, in an appropriate specific wealth level.


    Gradually, the people at the forefront began to bid. The trend stopped rising after reaching 70 million yuan.


    Ling Qingyu still hadn''t opened her mouth, causing her confidantes to pierce their gazes over her body. She cated them saying. "Ease. At ease, we haven''t reached the climax yet."


    Being around the strong women felt like sitting on arrays of needles and pins. One small mistake could ruin her firm willpower.


    Soon, only twopetitors remained, wrestling the weight of the cash to own the pearl jewelry. The price hovered above 130 million and frankly had exceeded Ling Qingyu''s estimation.


    Some items were really worth more when there was apetition and the auction provided the perfect stage. Finally, the victorious wealthy individual emerged when his opponent seemed to have given in and smiled at hispanion, sitting beside him, as if the item was already his and soon about to present toward his beloved.


    Ling Qingyu, noticing this romantic drama yed from the corner of her eyes, sighed helplessly. She couldn''t bear to ruin his stage but her hands were also tied.


    Forgive her. If she failed toplete the mission, she must struggle theing days, under the women, who knew how many methods and conspiracies they coulde up with.


    Under the fervent eyes of the women, Ling Qingyu coughed and announced, raising her banner. "160 million."


    The man who was about to grasp the pinnacle of his life was stunned and turned his head to see Ling Qingyu''s bidding. His eyelids twitched; his worry peaked when this woman intervened.


    He couldn''t help but swear when would Ling Qingyu''s wallet vanish. Counting the number of times and the amount Ling Qingyu spent, his mind almost copsed.


    Throughout his career, he earned such an amount, wasting his youth and time butpared with Ling Qingyu''s struggle, he felt ashamed. Since Ling Qingyu participated, it appeared the jewelry could no longer be given to his wife.


    His eyes nced at his wife with guilt, whoforted gently, understanding the situation clearly. He gritted his teeth and bellowed. "200 million."


    Ling Qingyu widened her eyes and exchanged a fierce nce with this man, knowing it was the final offer. Plus, she saw his wife, trying to prevent him from spending more.


    Despite saying sorry in her mind, she still crushed him as she followed. "220 million."


    As soon as Ling Qingyu''s words finished, the man slumped as if drained out of energy and gave his wife an apologetic smile. The wife''s eyes melted with love


    While the couple fed the other guests with dog food, Ling Qingyu took note of the two because these types of people were very rare in the wealthy circle, loyal to one another and fulfilling each other''s needs.


    Most lost their discipline, the moment they had power and wealth at their fingers, indulging in depravity. So, seeing the loving couple, Ling Qingyu wished them the best.


    The host excitedly mmed the hammer. The jewelry was sold twice the estimates they had calcted. His eyes brightened whenever the pairnded in the direction of Ling Qingyu.


    Nheless, every girl around Ling Qingyu pped and shrieked with excitement. Yet, their eyes seemed to contain the message¡ªhmph! Luckily, you listen to us.


    Ling Qingyu nodded eagerly,menting her status. In contrast, the women at other tables pierced their deadly gazes at Ling Qingyu, who had now be the number one enemy of all wealthy women in Province N from this day onward.


    Well, it was an exaggeration but their green eyes filled with envy and jealously seemed not far from matching the description. After all, any items Ling Qingyu was extremely keen on could only belong to her.


    Ling Qingyu faced with oppressive nces from the crowd was expressionless. She had no fear whatsoever. Comparing the two sides¡ªthe crowd and her girls¡ªshe must satisfy thetter.


    Ling Qingyu affirmed herself, it wasn''t she cherishing her life; it was her generosity for love. Looking at the happy faces of the girls, the money was indeed well spent. No more worries about thinking where to spend her 1 trillion reward.


    On the other hand, those with calctive minds, had worries and frightening spections. Why did Ling Qingyu suddenly show her ws explicitly? What was she thinking in her mind? Were there any hidden ns behind her every action?


    In fact, Ling Qingyu naturallyid out her business n¡ªthe path toward a big empire. It wasn''t a spontaneous action from her to show off wealth. Earning prestige and enhancing herwork were the number one goals to facilitate her huge wealth.


    Otherwise, her spending had to be calctive and meticulous, wasting her energy and time, in order to avoid drawing attention, just because she was weak. From tonight onward, she would break out of the cocoon like a butterfly, transforming itself to a new being.


    The name Ling Qingyu should resound throughout the entire province. She no longer wanted to hide and dy her n. Given Yang Qingyue''s backing and her power at hand, the path had be clearer.


    In order to avoid the stampede from uring, the host also announced and reminded everyone, that the pearl jewelry would be picked upter after the event was over. He rubbed the cold sweat on his forehead.


    Perhaps his words worked the rest of the women recovered their eyes. Ling Qingyu sighed in relief. Although she said, there wasn''t any fear, the suppression still existed.


    Now that she had be a public enemy, she must stay low. The rest of the time, people were relieved Ling Qingyu didn''t bid again. They now had instinctive fear and powerlessness against Ling Qingyu.


    The main reason was she had no interest at all. She sometimes felt out of the world whenever she noticed her favorites never matched the majority.


    Soon, after some items were sold, Ling Qingyu''s heart palpitated when one of the girls on stage brought over the next item to be auctioned.


    Her intuition told her, she must get it or she would regret herself in the future.

 Chapter 246: Bracelet relic

    After unveiling, everyone saw a woman''s bracelet exuding an ancient vibe. The host introduced. "This beautiful bracelet is a masterpiece from the ancient era, properly from a queen-like existence, dating around 2000 years ago. We don''t know its detailed historical background but the test conducted by experts proves our statement."


    The people whose attention heightened after knowing the timeline lost their interest when the host mentioned they had no idea about the bracelets.


    The host also swallowed with difficulty. He knew this one wouldn''t sell well; the design outlook was too simple and who knew how fragile the material was after all those years.


    People would never want to be fooled. Unlike the famous pearl, whose reputation ranked very high, this antique bracelet had no distinct attraction other than its age.


    "Why don''t you donate one to the museum?" One person from the crowd said. The rest couldn''t help but nod. The host exined the situation and the unwillingness of the Shen family.


    Since the bracelet belonged to them, it was their decision on what to do next. Being morally kidnapped to donate for the public was a nuisance. Fortunately, everyone was a wealthy individual and didn''t press the issue further.


    If moral kidnapping was the correct path, every rich individual would no longer persevere to climb up, because everything they earned must be shared, and who in the right mind would be willing?


    It was as if azy being could gain benefits without doing much. Who in the right mind would continue struggling while others enjoy your hard work?


    "The price will begin at 1 million. 100,000 plus every bid. Please start." The host announced. His eyescked of luster since he knew the price would never go up well.


    As expected in contrast to the fierce fight for the pearl, the atmosphere seemed dull until some called out a number.


    In contrast, the women around Ling Qingyu noticed her eagerness to own the bracelet though she thought she hid well. After all, they had stayed together for a couple of days and understood each other deeply.


    Yang Qingyue, despite not living together, could sense Ling Qingyu''s mood from her detective''s eyes. Nudging Ling Qingyu''s soft waist with her elbow, she drew her attention.


    "What''s the matter again now?" Ling Qingyu asked but her eyes were still drawn to the bracelet.


    "You like the bracelet?" Yang Qingyue asked.


    "En¡­it must be mine. I can''t exin my feelings." Ling Qingyu hummed back and exined. In fact, her mind wasmunicating with Miss System.


    ''Miss System, what''s the matter with the auctioned bracelet? Why do I feel keen to take it to myself?'' Ling Qingyu asked inwardly.


    [Really? I''ll also take a look¡­Huh?!]


    Miss System''s doubtful voice raised questions. Ling Qingyu''s heart raced as she thought of the previous inexplicable premonition. Was there something she was destined to be?


    [I don''t know whether to praise your physique or your luck.]


    She heard sourness in Miss System''s speech. Ling Qingyu wondered if everything was her illusion.


    ''What''s wrong with the bracelet? Why do I feel strange whenever my eyesnd on it?''


    [It''s definitely a precious relic from ancient times. The reason why you sense inexplicableness is therge merits contained inside the bracelet''s space.]


    Miss System''s exnation shed some light but Ling Qingyu realized something amiss. ''You mean there''s a storage space? Howrge is it?''


    [Not sure till you grasp it with your hand. Anyway it''s hidden too deep.]


    ''Who''s the previous owner?'' Ling Qingyu was curious. The wearer was definitely a woman and a strong one too.


    [A female immortal who did so many good deeds. Unfortunately, good karma couldn''t help her breakthrough tribtion. She got injured and lost her cultivation, banished to the mortal world, and died after spending her lifespan.]


    Huge tides rushed through Ling Qingyu''s brain. Excitement. Eagerness. Immortality. Well, the host wasn''t wrong in describing the owner, who definitely matched the queen-like figure. No, to be frank, an empress.


    ''Wait, something''s not right. Didn''t you say only technological objects will exist in this world? Howe something from the cultivation world stayed here?'' Ling Qingyu asked with a pair of suspicious eyes.


    Her gaze was too intense, even Miss System felt embarrassed.


    [Ahem¡ªsometimes, people overlook¡ª]


    ''Please, didn''t I just ask you to scan if there are simr items and what did you say? Nothing, none. And now this one ps your face, Miss System.'' Ling Qingyu folded her arms. ''Don''t tell me when I requested, you reply perfunctorily. Now, this bracelet is a superb relic belonging to me!''


    While Ling Qingyu conversed inside, she didn''t forget to bid when the price stagnated at 13 million and obtained the bracelet. Feeling happy, she decided to forget Miss System''s carelessness.


    [Stop trying to me me. Without my presence, you won''t even know what its function is in the first ce¡­hmph.]


    Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched. Although the truth was hurtful, Miss System really didn''t care about her fragile mood.


    ''Alright, I''m just too anxious. I never me my benefactor.'' Ling Qingyu instantlyforted.


    [I''m toozy to care about you. But I must thank you for providing suchrge merits and energy.] Miss System''s reply brought joy to Ling Qingyu.


    ''No problem. We got each other''s back.'' Ling Qingyu replied.


    [Since this bracelet shouldn''t possess the perks from cultivation world, I''ll destroy them after absorbing what I need.]


    Ling Qingyu''s spine chilled and immediately objected. ''No way, why would you do that? At least, save the storage space for me to use.''


    [These shouldn''t exist in this world from the beginning. The alien item isn''t a good sign for this world.]


    ''Please, Miss System, hold your thoughts. Remember, I buy the bracelet with my money.'' Ling Qingyu eximed inside her head.


    [And who gives you the money as a gift? Do you have a temporary amnesia?]


    Ling Qingyu''s corner of the mouth twitched, hearing the System''s mockery. She almost choked, speechless. F**k, when the real truth came, it hurt.


    s, Ling Qingyu had to resort to cuteness, whining coquettishly. ''Miss System! Please give me some benefits. I don''t need aura or anything but the spacial ability cane into hand one day. I promise I won''t abuse.''


    [Tsk¡­I don''t why you''re always lucky to find treasure. But I must remind you again, today''s era resembles a deste era, where there''s ack of aura. Immortal cultivation is impossible except for body-strengthening skills, like ancient martial arts. Even then you can only improve physique strengthening, as for the rest including internal energy, everything is a dream.]


    ''Miss System is always pessimistic. Don''t think too much.'' Ling Qingyu pursed her lips. ''This bracelet already shows I''m destined to meet immortal fate.''


    [¡­] Miss System went quiet for a while and agreed with Ling Qingyu, who didn''t yet know surprises wereid down before her.


    ''Speaking of, what''s your decision then? Are you going to destroy after absorbing the merits?'' Ling Qingyu asked.


    [Yes. Things that shouldn''t exist, should be destroyed.]


    ''Then, never mind, I won''t touch that bracelet any longer.''


    [You¡­what do you mean?]


    ''Based on my knowledge of existence like yours, you need a medium like us to absorb. So, if I didn''t touch the bracelet, don''t even think about it.'' Ling Qingyu''s expression was smug.


    Studying Ling Qingyu''s altering expressions, Yang Qingyue and the women around were worried. Their previous request shouldn''t stimte Ling Qingyu too much, right? Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue exchanged nces and relieved the others'' tension.


    They understood some kind ofmunication was taking ce and the topic must revolve around the bracelet Ling Qingyu bought. What secrets did it hold? Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue became restless eager to hear Ling Qingyu''s exnation.


    [You''re really despicable.]


    ''Thank you.'' Ling Qingyu was d she guessed right, based on conjectures in many novels.


    [Huh¡­fine, I won''t destroy the storage space for you; as for other energies, I''m sorry.] In fact, Miss System could absorb what she desired without going through Ling Qingyu but the cost outweighed the gain.


    Miss System had no idea how Ling Qingyu predicted some universalws pertinent to her existence. In any case, it didn''t matter whether Ling Qingyu abused the storage space bracelet, this world should bear the consequences, not hers.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu utilized the maximum push and pull method to coax Miss System. As a businesswoman, she sought for maximum gain.


    From Miss System''s tone, Ling Qingyu realized she could negotiate more and remembered her sign-in reward, which was nullified for half a year because of her mother. Well, she didn''t have any regret but her heart ached whenever she recalled of losing her monthly golden finger.


    ''How about changing my 6-month dy to 1 month for the sign-in gift?''


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    ''One month or else don''t even think about the bracelet; I''ll put it further away and don''t even try to touch it.'' Ling Qingyu retorted. ''You can only look but cannot eat.''


    Although she had no idea how much merit was contained in the bracelet, the amount should be substantial based on Miss System''s urgency.


    An existence which could easily create an underground realm, was eager for the energy inside the bracelet. Even an idiot could estimate roughly and exploit Miss System.


    As her benefactor, Ling Qingyu never thought of cheating Miss System. She would be repaying gratitude with swords. She wasn''t a vile character. But principle firmly stated, that she must attain what she deserved, taking advantage of the world will''s restriction against Miss System.


    [You''re really necrotic. With all the aids I deliver, how could you? Woowoo!] Miss System cried bitterly.


    Hearing a grievance from a little girl, Ling Qingyu felt guilty, wondering if she overstepped and signed. ''Alright, 2 months then, no more. Please don''t forget the storage space.''


    [Deal!] Miss Systemughed jubntly.


    Ling Qingyu''s face darkened. She was being outwittedpletely. But she wasn''t angry¡ªeach going tit-for-a-tat of acting skills. Not to mention, her benefits weren''t small.


    A mere storage space had ted her mood to nine heavens. Nheless, despite being yed around, Ling Qingyu was happy for Miss System


    ''Can I use other treasure to lift away the remaining months?''


    [Don''t even think about it. Focus more on how to gain merits through your actions.]


    It appeared, Ling Qingyu couldn''t retrieve more loopholes from Miss System. Bargaining for the sign-in reward continuation 2 monthster seemed not bad.


    ''Now that we met one which helps you, can you find others?''


    [Hmm, let me carefully¡ªHuh, your luck is not bad. Although this one isn''t any use for me, or even you, I''m sure, you''ll be delighted to own it.]


    ''Which one?'' Ling Qingyu''s eyes shone with excitement.


    [Number 19, the one before thest one go on stage.]


    ''Oh, I have to wait for a while. Tonight''s journey isn''t bad at all,'' Ling Qingyu said. ''I''m curious why this world has something it shouldn''t?''

 Chapter 247: Satisfied Ling Qingyu

    [Life is indeed full of surprises, even I miss some importantponents.]


    Ling Qingyu almostughed, hearing personally from Miss System. Missingponents? Did it mean Miss System having a problem with her logic? After all, she addressed herself as a machine.


    Clearly, Ling Qingyu knew she was never a system but an existence that pretended to be, since personal emotions and tsundere vibes could be felt from miles away.


    ''Well, aren''t you thinking in the wrong direction beginning from the first step?'' Ling Qingyu asked a good question.


    [How?]


    ''Well, you''ve told me there are two novel-like worlds on this. One is harem male, collecting women as decorations non-stop; the other is abusive sadomasochistic drama.''


    [So?!]


    Ling Qingyu wanted to p Miss System''s head if it existed. She had already hinted at the obvious.


    ''Please that means this world is messed up since the beginning. It''s like a sieve where different worlds fit in like a new realm. So manybinations of novels, don''t you think the answer is already disyed to you.''


    [You''re correct, but a mere two examples don''t prove your conjecture. What if both exist in a single universe? Every person is a protagonist in their stories. By your logic, every world is a mess.]


    ''Damnit, don''t you get it? It''s so obvious, even you can see how much luck is bestowed on the protagonists, especially the two male leads. However, I admit I didn''t take a single universe probability into consideration.''


    [I understand what you meant. You''re making a hypothesis, whether this world is broken from the beginning or its boundaryyer is diminishing.]


    Ling Qingyu nodded.


    [With my surveince thetter is impossible.]


    ''What about the first? Try to scan carefully one more time.''


    [Okay¡ª*sigh*¡ª Hmm?]


    ''Did you find anything?''


    [It seems your statement is true. When I look closely, multiple realms like stories arebined here.]


    ''Exactly, this should be the reason why materials from the cultivation world get in here. Speaking of, did you find any power-level world like cultivation and martial arts in this world?''


    [Nope, be at ease, there''s no so-called cultivation here.]


    Ling Qingyu patted her chest. ''Thank the heaven and thank Miss System. I don''t want to discover one day on top of my head, I hear¡ªPresumptuous! You''re courting death above my head. All of my wealth and struggle are nothing in the face of those perverted superhumans. The rich lists meant nothing but gold asking for a favor from bandits.''


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    To be honest, Ling Qingyu''s greatest fear was the cultivators in the modern urban settings. Their presence shuffled the entire pyramids and brought chaos.


    [hahaha! Don''t worry, this system will never let you face such a scenario. Even if it does, what you should worry about is the aftermath after I ughter them.]


    ''Where''s your statement of not intervening? I wonder the World Will will be pissed off.''


    [Screw that will. Any dangers thate to you in a way, your level could never solve will be wiped out by me.]


    Miss System''s arrogant and domineering deration, sparkled stars in Ling Qingyu''s eyes. At least, Ling Qingyu found somefort, reassured, knowing her system wasn''t someone exploiting her.


    ''Thank you, Miss System. I love you.''


    [Hmph.]


    ''So, about the bracelet, where does ite from?''


    [Through some space cracks. I have no idea about the coordinates of the world it came from but once I absorb what''s inside, I''ll know.]


    After conversing with Miss System, Ling Qingyu''s attention was on Yang Qingyue, who asked worriedly if everything was okay. Initially, Ling Qingyu was stumped, puzzled by her reaction and Tang Ziyi''s eyenguage allowed her to understand what was going on.


    It seemed in the future, talking deeply with Miss System should be in private. Otherwise, every change in her expression would be captured by others.


    The lighthearted conversation appeared fine because she didn''t lose the present moment. Ling Qingyu hurriedly diverted the attention of the suspicious policewoman and held her hand.


    Yang Qingyue''s cheeks reddened and her eyes onlyid on the stage. Ling Qingyu snickered happily. She was no longer a love idiot, able to step-by-step approach the same-sex love.


    Lust was for heterosexuals. True love only existed between the same sex. Bah, Ling Qingyu amused herself.


    Now knowing there was another item, Miss System listed, Ling Qingyu lost her interest in theing relics, and fought fiercely between individuals.


    Soon, the item, Miss System told her, was brought forward. It was nothing but an ancient tablet with scriptures of traditional Chinese.


    It was 2 feet long and one foot wide. In contrast to the bracelet, she really felt nothing. There must be something strange to attract Miss System.


    She had asked the tablet''s function and Miss System''s reply induced mysteriousness. Only those destined should understand the scripture inscribed on the tablet.


    The suggestion given by Miss System was to show it to Tang Ziyi for maximum benefit. With her full trust in Miss System, she decided to follow her advice.


    She wasn''t too greedy or demanding. With internal space storage, no other people had the ability to possess one, Ling Qingyu was satisfied.


    What was the matter with gifting one to Tang Ziyi? If her confidantes could share her burden and goals, Ling Qingyu was happy to diverge some hidden news, as long as they brought benefits, provided they were trustworthy enough to prevent the secrets from spreading.


    The tablet, simr to her bracelet, drew little attention. No background except for the timeline and tranted poem from the inscribed text.


    Those, who were interested in poetry and collectibles did bid but in the end, it belonged to Ling Qingyu without problems. Although she received inquired gazes from the girls, Ling Qingyu shook her head.


    It was indeed weird for her to participate twice in bidding on two strange items. Even some people like Lin Fan took note of her behavior and frowned, contemting her intent.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes told them, she would exinter and no one continued to press further. Everyone fixed their posture for the final moment.


    Thest one to be auctioned. Based on the premise of saving the best forst, Ling Qingyu leaned forward, her arm resting on the table.


    But when the mystery was unveiled, the hall went quiet, mostly from disbelief. nces exchanged, probably ascertaining whether what they saw together was serious and the truth. Everyone had suspicions of their eyes.


    Some even rubbed them. Yet, one simr reaction was shared between women, who blushed after seeing what unfolded before them. Ling Qingyu''s face also turned unnatural.


    Tang Ziyi coughed ufortably but as an old mature one, her skin was thicker. In contrast, the rest ripened like a strawberry fruit.


    The men, on the other hand,ughed hard and some whistled from the crown echoed lecherously. They were excited beyond control but most thought someone might have made a mistake on the stage.


    Such a problem urred rarely but it always happened by ident or some parties intending to undermine the host party.


    All themotions were for nothing else but the item unveiled. Ling Qingyu saw nothing except for a pair of cute yet sexy female underwear.


    Even a doll to disy dresses was included. The color lining resembled jaguar skin with slits and a cute Pikachu figure in an important ce.

 Chapter 248: Fan Xi

    Amidst the idiotic atmosphere, the host coughed and introduced, on the contrary to many expecting apologies. "Ahem. I know some of us might be thinking something went wrong. In fact, everything is in order. This bra and panty will be ourst item for tonight''s auction."


    The audience went into uproar in shock. Was the Shen family kidding them or testing their attitudes?


    Conspiracy theories came up one after another. After all, even if they weren''t treated well, they had to give some face to the Shen family to survive the harsh market conditions in Province N, especially for the mid-tier.


    Ling Qingyu narrowed her eyes in thought, ignoring the tant usation and outrages from the girls beside her. She understood it was impossible Shen family to ruin the party and there must be a reason.


    A glimmer stretched across her pupils as she realized a light bulb. Only, that could exin why thedy''s underwear became the hottest item.


    Her eyes nced at some artists in the entertainment industry and seeing their attitude of contemptuous mockery, she sighed.


    Ling Qingyu somehow felt anger congested in her chest. Her eyes getting colder, thinking of the Shen family.


    Although the seller and organizer might have deals, exchanging benefits and selling faces, Ling Qingyu abhorred such practice of coercing others to do against their will.


    Some might argue, that the artists themselves made a deal and they could just outright refuse. For them, Ling Qingyu only had one word to describe¡ªfools.


    The entertainment industry was never simple. Awork of so many circles intertwined that people had to tread carefully. Sometimes, people couldn''t spit out the hard bones they had eaten mistakenly and instead had to swallow unwillingly.


    One wrong step could follow you throughout yourter life like a nightmare.


    Continuing to uphold the view not to work in the industry at all, Ling Qingyu would agree in the past. However, most always found the easiest solution, but failed to solve the the root cause.


    Because they couldn''t enforce or take care of the real culprit, the me shifted to another party. If they weren''t there in the first ce, they wouldn''t suffer injustice.


    Such kind of actions killing others'' dreams were never the correct way. It was people''s cowardice to not pursue the real cause.


    Of course, her thoughts flew in many directions but she hadn''t made up her mind until the host announced clearly.


    "This is the belonging of Ms. Fan Xi, our most famous actress, who decided to auction, in order toe up with sufficient funds to donate." The host said.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t listen anymore and turned her attention to the so-called famous actress, who stood up and waved her hand.


    Though Ling Qingyu noticed reluctance in Fan Xi''s eyes, unsure whether her sight captured the correct picture, Fan Xi still smiled and affirmed it was her belonging to the audience.


    Fan Xi wore a ck evening gown with slits and appeared not very old. But she guessed she had reached her mid-thirties when the poprity became stagnant and was hard to improve further.


    She was already a national superstar, and had arge strong fan base, but she was still a wage earner for thepany after all. Ling Qingyu had no idea why Fan Xi made such a drastic move.


    The repercussions of her action could ruin her entire past history. Were there some deals or problems Fan Xi had trouble?


    Ling Qingyu studied the actress from a distance. She had a slender and tall figure, beautiful and clean face with her eyes drawing in anyone who watched her for a long time.


    Before she had time to delve further, screams like a little fan uttered from her side. It was her cheap sister, Ling Yunxiang, who gasped in excitement, muttering.


    "That''s Fan Xi. Oh my¡­I can now brag to others, I''ve seen the real Fan Xi." Ling Qingyu frowned at Ling Yunxiang''s behavior of losing control in exhration.


    Her eyes moved toward Zhao Xiurong and she wasn''t any better. It appeared Fan Xi''s fame was huge, affecting even her secretary. But with her status, Ling Qingyu was deep in doubt¡ªwhy auction?


    When Ling Qingyu saw Yang Qingyue''s reaction, she was surprised. Heck, even this policewoman who never sought idols or hadn''t shown any interest in the people in the entertainment circle, disyed outright gleeful joy.


    Likewise, some fans uttered their support and Fan Xi calmly bowed in gratitude. No one talked about her action of selling the underwear.


    Of course, some discordant voices from jealous people and enemies of Fan Xi expressed disgust.


    "In addition to the donation, the one who owned this masterpiece will have an opportunity to meet with our superstar, Fan Xi." The host brewed a more energetic atmosphere.


    Many men had their eyes turned red. They already swore to win thispetition. Being able to have a private meeting with their favorite goddess, only fool wouldn''t try.


    Soon, with the host''s hammer, the price went high. While Ling Qingyu tried to look from far away but couldn''t grab Fan Xi''s real thoughts, Yang Qingyue and Ling Yunxiang, two troublemakers became restless.


    "Sister, please save Fan Xi, I know you can do it." Ling Yunxiang begged her with a soft voice.


    Save? Ling Qingyu was confused. What made her think Fan Xi needed their help? As a mature artist, working in an industry for a long time, her methods of dealing with crisis weren''t simple.


    Seeing Ling Qingyu''s passive reaction, Ling Yunxiang urged. "In any case, you must never let any males stain our goddess."


    "Little sister Ling is right. Although I have no idea why Fan Xi behaved like this today; there must be a reason. Perhaps we can find out more in detail about the muddy water if we meet with her." Yang Qingyue echoed her view.


    "So, who''s this Fan Xi? Is she that famous? Are you two girls exaggerating?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "OMG! Elder sis, you?! I have no words. What generation did youe from? A boomer?" Ling Yunxiang was truly merciless with her words. "Well, it''s not wrong to regard you in this generation.


    Everyone knows. Look at Sister Zhao, even your secretary who works in the same field as yours knows more."


    Zhao Xiurong was embarrassed to be brought out to the frontline by Ling Yunxiang in the sister''s civil war.


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    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes at her cheap sister''s remarks. "Alright, your elder sister works hard too much; I can''t even read what''s happening in your industry."


    "I think this is more than just an industry. Any passerby can at least answer who Fan Xi is." Yang Qingyue added. "Let''s ask your friends. Sister Tang and Sister Xiao, you should know Fan Xi, right?"


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, who were snickering at Ling Qingyu''s powerless expression, almost eximed their protest. Why did the bomb jump into their hands? Please, they just arrived here, not long ago, and hadn''t even been culturally immersed yet.


    Both coughed and looked elsewhere, pretending not to hear. Yang Qingyue and Ling Yunxiang widened their eyes in disbelief.


    The same flock of birds really flew together, Yang Qingyue muttered helplessly. "I''ll introduce you girlster about Fan Xi''s background. She''s the inspiration and cleanest person in the acting industry. I''m not sure what happens tonight yet. So, Sister Ling, I beg you to help her." She said.


    Yang Qingyue''s request straightened Ling Qingyu''s spine. She patted her chest that she wouldplete the mission, assuring Yang Qingyue and Ling Yunxiang to calm down.


    Listening to the girls'' description, there might be something hidden, enough to arouse her curiosity. Ling Qingyu would also participate to protect the actress from some worse infamy.


    Privately meeting with a man and with a woman sounded a huge different bombshell. Even without the urging from the girls around, Ling Qingyu woulde to the same decision.


    Anyway, she was rich and willful. She also liked to see the goddess personally and became a close friend too.

 Chapter 249: The reason

    As female artists working under a particr entertainmentpany, they had a harsher time, being exploited,pared to their male counterparts generally.


    There were indeed differences in treatment across the genders and naturally the obligations each party must undertake were different.


    The pay gap had been the most argued topic in the modern world. However, the treatment was based on the fan values each artist possessed.


    The requirements for the male artist were stringent and highly demanding; so, their ies appeared higher.


    However, the main problem was in a situation the female artistpleted everything the same as demanded by the male artist, would their sry and treatment be equal?


    In the end, they were still exploited by the capitalists who would try any means necessary to raise their cash inflow and lower the cost, which included the artists'' sries.


    The females were mostly targeted because they were prone to enduring grievance and tolerating, and never really fought for their rights. In fact, the number one reason could be that most easily epted the situation.


    Not to mention, the women in the entertainment industry were easier prey for the men in power. Most women, deep in their genes, desired poprity and the feeling of being worshiped. It was as if branded like an instinct.


    Very rarely, women remained calm in the face of the possibility of bing famous. It didn''t mean the rational ones never existed but the numbers were rare.


    How many flocked to curry favor from others or even sold themselves to pursue their dreams? Willingly or unwillingly, they found out hard to extract themselves out of the quicksandter on.


    The capitalists benefited from the situation and treated them as toys. Of course, some rich women yed with male artists but the proportion was in a lower margin. Therefore, the capitalists never respected artists, no matter how high their poprity was.


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    That was the reason why ordinary parents were reluctant to let their kids enter the entertainment because they saw through the bridges full of dangers and malice.


    Fan Xi, who was highly praised by Yang Qingyue, for her actions and deeds, amazed Ling Qingyu, listening to her sister''s narration.


    After all, Ling Yunxiang knew more about the gossip than others and her news seemed reliable. Besides, Ling Qingyu could fact-checkedter with Athena''s support.


    Based on their words, Fan Xi was also an incredible woman, brilliant at navigating through the stormy seas and reaching the end of the road. Ling Qingyu admired this actress, even without having met with her.


    Fan Xi''s age limited her path and the fame had be to cool down. Ling Qingyu sighed at the short-lived sess and learned a crucial lesson.


    When the destiny gave one an opportunity to earn vast wealth, try everything to achieve sess and ensure the wealth one soughtsted for a generation to spend. Don''t be a wage earner and look toward a pension. Otherwise, Fan Xi''s situation would be a reality.


    Naturally, Ling Qingyu was in distinct circumstances. Her position was already on the upper echelon. Her wealth couldn''t even be squandered for a lifetime so long as she made no mistake.


    Hearing the noises made by men, Ling Qingyu chuckled. As expected of them, like wolves when they heard the opportunity to get close to the goddess, no one liked to give up.


    Simr to the women''spetition for the pearl jewelry Ling Qingyu won, the price sprung up dramatically.


    This time, Yang Qingyue and Ling Yunxiang no longer urged Ling Qingyu after learning the past lessons. They remained calm andposed, fully trusting Ling Qingyu would live up to their expectation.


    On the other side, Fan Xi, who was now the protagonist, felt helpless and relieved. Satisfied yet worried. Every contradictory emotion flooded her mind, whether her judgment was right or wrong.


    It wasn''t wrong to say Fan Xi was coerced to auction her inner clothing. For the women in the nations still in conservative mindsets, selling one''s underwear was embarrassing, to say the least.


    In order to drain thest value, Fan Xi had, thepany she sighed led her toe up with the fascinating idea. She and the management in thepany had shes big and small in the past years.


    Both knew each party would go in a separate direction soon. Many of thepany''s act was ruining her career and it was Fan Xi''s remaining influence which had mitigated the predicaments created by their actions.


    Fan Xi desired to leave, more than 5 years ago. But the clever management had maintained a tight grip on the contract and tricked Fan Xi into signing the overlord use during her naive youth.


    The fines required to pay the breach of contract had troubled Fan Xi from quitting thepanypletely, when she realized their actions. She attempted many times, consulting legal experts and herwork but was to no avail.


    Tonight''s auction caused Fan Xi toe up with an ingenious n, cooperating with her agent who had been like a sister to her, despite thepany''s stance¡ªselling her belongings and a certain proportion of the ie goes toward thepany while she retained the other half, which was to be donated like in the announcement.


    Thepany agreed after discussions and Fan Xi moved forward to her freedom. She had had enough of the restraint and causes applied from the top. She wanted to leave and enjoy her life, while also working as an artist without any external pressure.


    The Shen family understanding the situation quickly came up with an idea to exploit further. To raise the preciousness, they announced the winner could meet with her in private, without her consultation.


    Although the public announcement was a donation, how much to be handed over to the donation remained in their hands.


    Fan Xi''s head bowed powerlessly. Against the Shen family, her prestige, fame, and influence meant nothing. Even pursuing legal action to sanction their prior behavior, Fan Xi saw no possibility.


    Perhaps, herpany and Shen family already cooperated and nned together, trying to drain out her value.


    Fan Xi''s method of avoiding unspoken rules might have offended several parties. They thought through tonight''s scene, that those who attempted to seek her body in the past would be pleased and no longer pressure thepany.


    Thinking of the reasons, Fan Xi rubbed her almost watery eyes. She had to present her strong side and practiced deep breathing to calm down. Oh! How she wished for a prince charming to rescue her from the evil''s grasp, like a little girl in a dream?


    Fan Xi shook her head in dismay. Now, she muste up with a countermeasure to protect herself against the winner.


    "300 million!"


    People had given up due to the high stakes and were afraid of offending therge bidder. Although unwillingly, life and their wealth were more importantpared to attaining beauty in their arms.


    Fan Xi nced at the person who bid and saw it was Young Master Xia. The second rich generation and an heir to the Xia family, equal to the Shen family. She had heard about his frivolous history, changing girlfriends like clothes and fancied capturing the hearts of female artists.


    As for whether he acted gentlemanly or savagely, Fan Xi had no idea but both were possible. No news didn''t mean, it never happened. And Fan Xi wasn''t ignorant to believe, the boy abided byw.


    "350 million!"


    Another man captured Fan Xi''s attention. Who dared topete with Xia family? She turned her head and found the bidder from behind.


    His seat was inconspicuous, near thest back row. Those who went against Xia family knowingly was either an idiot or confident man.


    Her eyes were drawn to a handsome man, whose hand wrapped around another woman''s waist. Compared to Young Master Xia, he seemed more masculine and trustworthy. The confidence exuded from his gestures intrigued Fan Xi.


    But the presence of another woman threw away her prior thought. Another frivolous young man, simr to the Xia family.

 Chapter 250: Scarier than male pervert

    The young man''s behavior attracted attention from the crowd. Theyid back on their seats to watch the y. Yang Qingyue''s presence and her ruthless move against the fat guy deterred people from threatening others.


    Who knew, whether this police witch might put extra punishment uses and ruin their business. No sane businessperson was willing to risk their life by coercing others and the new police chief took note of their behavior.


    Young Master Xia trembled in anger, seeing someone dared to go against him But he was helpless, apart from increasing his bid. Because if he attempted to use her background, he was worried Yang Qingyue would take action.


    He would have no ce to cry, if tonight''s bed was in jail. His father might even abolish his heir status to satisfy Yang Qingyue''s aura. Plus, he wasn''t the only son in the family.


    Frankly, people thought too much. Yang Qingyue understood how the circle worked and wouldn''t intervene as long as they weren''t eyesores. The fat guy met her muzzle when Ling Qingyu was involved.


    She also wanted to express her stance and power to Ling Qingyu that she wasn''t useless. She didn''t want to remain at a receiving end in theing rtionship.


    Ling Qingyu had no idea Yang Qingyue thought had reached several miles ahead before the rtionship began but she would apud the young policewoman''s behavior, should she know her darling had independent thoughts.


    People had to be self-sufficient, to bring out the inner child and confidence, one already attained since birth. If one didn''t live with dignity, why would others give respect?


    Watching Lin Fan''s pretentious behavior, making his entry superb, Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched. Here, it came again. Another face-pping moment. He couldn''t sit still without enjoying public eyes all on him for a single moment.


    She realized most of the time, the protagonist always sought trouble on a daily chapter basis. Without face-pping or awing others, his limelight should dim.


    Her eyes turned toward Young Master Xia and wished for his luck. This guy had to face Lin Fan for no reason, who liked pretending to be a pig as a tiger.


    Most people who offended the male stallion, especially males, were bad guys who deserved to be sent to eighteenyers of hell and be judged by Shura.


    Young Master Xia wasn''t excluded. If based on this analogy, Ling Qingyu should have a positive favorability for the male stallion at the very least, right?


    Nope, theplete opposite. Although the male protagonist usually didn''t have an evil trait or somehow hidden in the novel, his friendspletely overthrew the view of the male protagonist as being a knight who fought against injustice.


    His confidantes did bully girls and others too but wasn''t shown too much in the novel. For example, Ling Qingyu dared to bet, how many innocent lives, the current Lin Fan and hispanion killed with pleasure. Perhaps, many girls might be tortured by hispanions.


    The novels easily told the readers, that they deserved the punishment without any boration but Ling Qingyu understood this wasn''t the case.


    She remembered once when she started to read Stallion''s pretentious novel for the first time, there were many but one scene sank deep inside her memory.


    One of the stallion''spanions was conversing on the phone with the male protagonist, and the girl whined her protest because the man''s attention went elsewhere, like a coquettish y between lovers.


    The girl''s neck was snapped to death and thrown away in dirt, because the man tantly pronounced¡ªoffending their big brother, this one deserved death.


    Of course, as a mercenary background, the ce they resided in was withoutw and order. Only the strongest made rules.


    However, to kill one simply because they were eyesores caused Ling Qingyu to stop reading in utter disbelief. The girl might have stepped over her boundary, but the punishment was in no way logical.


    While the male protagonist was shone with justice and a fair personality, his teammates said otherwise. A flock of the same birds always flew together.


    There was no way, the male protagonist was shiny and fair as depicted in the novel. Although he seemed better at controlling his inner beast, Ling Qingyu guaranteed he wasn''t any better.


    It was because the women around him usually obeyed and acted ording to his will. Once they went the opposite, Ling Qingyu couldn''t bear to think.


    To be fair, Ling Qingyu wanted to eliminate Lin Fan as soon as possible because his existence was the most unstable factor around her. Of course, that also included the future husband of Ling Yunxiang, who might just be worse.


    The reality prevented her actions. One, she wasn''t strong enough yet to resist the retribution after shepleted her wish. Two, she had to think more about her subordinates because she was no longer alone. She was already being threatened once by Hu gang leader tonight and this should be thest time, she learned a precious lesson.


    Fortunately, this guy only opened his mouth and hadn''t acted yet. Else, Ling Qingyu might live theing days in regret.


    Three, the World Will''s presence even caused Miss System to prevent Ling Qingyu from thinking about it. Unless, she could provide immense benefits to the world, more than the future of the children of destiny, whom she hated, there was no chance.


    She lived in this world and found loved ones she cherished very much. She wouldn''t want to leave the world alone, even if she knew Miss System could protect her and move to another.


    Not to mention, her rtionship with Yang Qingyue had only begun to heat up. Her singlehood would be over soon. How could she bear to leave after nearly feeling the love for the first time?


    While her thoughts jumped around, the capital fight between the two energetic men ceased to decelerate.


    "500 million."


    "550 million."


    "700 million."


    "800 million." Lin Fan''s number caused Young Master Xia''s face to be pale. Even he, as an heir, couldn''t draw out 800 million from his properties, given to him by his father.


    How could this young man, whom he had never heard of nor anyone did, had the energy shown today? As for lying their wealth, Shen family''s arrangement and their prestige weren''t for nothing.


    Anyone daring to cross them or pretend would suffer miserably. Even Young Master Xia, himself, didn''t dare.


    He clenched his fist, at a loss. He lost this battle and from tomorrow honor, this news would spread and his reputation as dandies would suffer. Thinking of teaching this man a lesson, Young Master Xia''s eyes turned cold and requested the assistant near him to investigate Lin Fan''s background.


    Lin Fan, as protagonist had no fears. Hiswork if disyed publicly would cause many to lick him. Currently, he enjoyed the limelight of dering victory for having the opportunity to meet with Goddess Fan Xi.


    Lan Xi had a gloomy face and snorted, causing Lin Fan tofort the elder sister beside him immediately.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu still couldn''t understand Lin Fan''s actions. Sometimes he was calctive but most of the time, he was like a youth with full blood, seeking death without fear.


    Didn''t he realize his trouble-causing behavior could endanger the women around him? Ling Qingyu sneered. When he lost his loved ones, he would cry miserably and uttered protest against fate. Disgusting. The more she looked, the angrier she got.


    Before the host dered the ownership, Ling Qingyu said. "900 million."


    Many people were stunned amidst the men''spetition, so Ling Qingyu stepped in. In contrast, Fan Xi was exhrated. Although she had no idea why the richdy intervened, Ling Qingyu''s existence was better than any man''s.


    Not to mention, she saw Ling Qingyu''s cold demeanor and excellent figure. There was no need to protect herself from Ling Qingyu, who was also a perfect 10 beauty.


    But Fan Xi forgot Ling Qingyu might just be worse than other men because she too was another version of stallion and the danger came from girls not protecting against her approach.


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    Ling Qingyu: I protest, I''m innocent


    Author: Protest invalid

 Chapter 251: Miss System vomits and closes the chat

    The nextpetition raised the interest of the onlookers. The fight between the two spartans had transformed into the battle between Beauty and the Beast. Oh no, A gentleman with an inner beast.


    The price Ling Qingyu uttered out loud no longer brought surprises. Their hearts were already numb by Ling Qingyu''s prior wanton money-burning behavior.


    As long as her mouth opened, the number scared many babies to death. Their fragile heart and wealth definitely limited their outer view.


    In fact, Mister Shen wasn''t feeling any better and felt his family might have underestimated Ling Qingyu''s strength.


    Counting the number Ling Qingyu spent within a few days blew everyone''s mind. But only sane people noticed the phenomenon and regarded Ling Qingyu as an existence to avoid provoking.


    Usually, very wealthy individuals without sufficient background were seen as fat sheeps, where wools after wools would be shaved.


    Businesspeople in the past suffered under the hands of aristocratic families, officials, and the big politicians, harvesting the leek without impunity.


    With the rise of capitalism, things might have changed but one truth stayed the same¡ªmight was right. Without protection, your money capital really meant nothing.


    However, although Ling Qingyu was a neer to the circle, her wits and methods deterred many and abolished those who had malice, while the powerful didn''t care about her existence because she was too small.


    After their perceptions of her had altered, influential parties couldn''t help but think to make some moves and shiveredter, thinking of the consequences. Ling Qingyu was no longer the soft persimmon everyone believed.


    With Yang Qingyue backing though she couldn''t transform into a crab, walking sideways, she had be a strong powerhouse.


    Wealth, connections despite only a freshman state, and talents followed Ling Qingyu''s steps.


    "950 million." Lin Fan shouted, after being stunned for a while, never expecting another woman to enter the race.


    When he discovered it was Ling Qingyu, the corners of his mouth curled up. Finally, this woman tasted vinegar and fought back. The sourness could be smelled from a distance, Lin Fanughed inwardly.


    How cute! Ling Qingyu used another method to attract his attention. How should he react to avoid overly expressing his inner emotions? Lin Fan thought.


    [*vomit*]


    Ling Qingyu''s face turned as dark as the bottom of the hot y pot. Miss System vomited in her ears. It sounded no different from mocking her act of saving a damsel in distress.


    ''Miss System, stop annoying me. I''m seriously preventing dirty hands fromying on the goddess.''


    Ling Qingyu didn''t know Miss System''s reaction was due to reading Lin Fan''s thought and expressed her protest. Meanwhile, Miss System rolled her eyes at Ling Qingyu''s remarks. If Lin Fan and Young Master Xia represented horny stallions who messed around with many women, Ling Qingyu was the woman version of the stallion 2.0.


    Well, Miss System decided to block reading other people''s inner psychology, especially the male protagonist. It was too much and exceeded her tolerance.


    She had been paying attention to him, so long as Lin Fan was near Ling Qingyu''s figure.


    "1 billion." Ling Qingyu followed and made fierce eye contact, dering war or so she thought her behavior was.


    In contrast, Lin Fan smiled with joy, seeing his ''ex-fianc¨¦e'' expressing protest subtly in a roundabout manner. Afterward, his face turned into disbelief. He didn''t hear Ling Qingyu wrongly. 1 billion?


    "1.2 billion." Lin Fan refused to think Ling Qingyu coulde up with more, forgetting her recent total spending.


    Having investigated thoroughly to prepare for the marriage, Lin Fan thought he knew her inside out but herter actions proved him wrong.


    "1.5 billion." Ling Qingyu said.


    "2 billion." Lin Fan gritted his teeth.


    "2.2 billion." Ling Qingyu was also courageous.


    "¡­" The site became a theater y just for the two. Others, as audience, serving as a background, gasped in fright. What happened to their means¡ªalready throwing away billions like trash?


    Fan Xi was trembling. As the cause of the two nations fighting, she resembled a beauty reaching adisaster level. She hadplicated emotions, seeing another woman protecting her.


    Miss System: [???]


    Finally, Lin Fan patted hard on the desk, speaking through his clenched teeth. "3 billion."


    This was the maximum he could offer. Although he highly doubted Ling Qingyu could afford to continue, her expression told otherwise.


    Before returning to Country C to retire, Lin Fan asked his subordinates to transfer the money to his home bank ount. Despite hispanions'' advice to transfer more, Lin Fan decided more than 3 billion was sufficient and replied he could ask for helpter.


    Now, he realized he kicked a steel te, not a normal one but made of Edman Alloy. For the first time, he regretted his arrogance and simple mindset.


    In the auction where the host was calling the rhythm, time was the essence. Lin Fan had the confidence to race marily with Ling Qingyu till her exhaustion settled in.


    Nheless, no matter how quick he could transfer from overseas into his card, his speed would never be faster than the host''s hand. He really hoped the hammer struck quickly but his hope vanished.


    "4 billion." Ling Qingyu knew she had won again, seeing Lin Fan''s deted face. She covered her mouth and chuckled, feeling better after ying the protagonist to death.


    Lin Fan sighed and looked miserable. Lan Xi, who prepared to scold his behavior, closed her mouth and hugged him instead. She felt for the first time, Ling Qingyu was so cute, removing her next possible opponent from the pce.


    She gave a silent thumbs-up to Ling Qingyu, who was confused at the female gang leader''s exhrated gesture.


    Sister, I just whack your man till he loses face and you''re happy, Ling Qingyu was puzzled andter understood Lan Xi''s mind.


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    Seeing the situation was set, the host concluded. Fan Xi''s underwear now belonged to Ling Qingyu. No matter what the host said, it sounded weird and Ling Qingyu blushed slightly.


    Fan Xi controlled her trembling palms and nearly stood up and eximed. Her biggest problem had been solved and the burden on her shoulder dissipated as if it never appeared.


    Lin Fan''s heart shattered. He felt a strange loss inside as if something important which should have belonged to him would never return. It was a mysterious intuition.


    Breaking Lin Fan''s pretense and returning the same face-p, Ling Qingyu was satisfied like never before. The audience, especially men, cheered Ling Qingyu''s victory as if they had won too.


    In their simple mind, since they couldn''t obtain Goddess Fan Xi, no men should. They rather destroy her than let others take advantage.


    This was themon mindset, agreed among the men in tonight''s auction. Luckily, it was a woman, who took the prize.


    In any case, many menforted their Goddess Fan Xi was saved and her innocence was protected. Fortunately, Miss System had turned off her see-through ability. If not, she would roll on the floor andugh till she choked.


    Save? Innocence protected? Non-existent!


    Ling Yunxiang, Yang Qingyue and Zhao Xiurong were the most fierce, beating the table excitedly. They protected the idol, whom they had admired from a young age.


    Although they were scared by Ling Qingyu''smotion of mercilessly burning billions in cash, all they had in mind was they seeded.


    Rolling her eyes at their childish act, Ling Qingyu sighed and shook her head¡ªas if it was them who spent billions. My money, Ling Qingyu cracked her eyeballs and rubbed the pair to soothe her fragile loss.


    The only warmth was remembering Athena''s money-making capability. Billions per day. Even though she felt ashamed of exploiting Athena and using her daughter''s wealth, Ling Qingyu admitted she couldn''t earn simrly.


    No way, she must improve her situation and seek wealthier paths to surpass Athena''s ability.

 Chapter 252: The clown turned out to be herself

    "Why are you following me? Don''t you have to talk with the bigshots?" Ling Qingyu had ck lines over her forehead as she asked Yang Qingyue beside her.


    The auction had ended but very few people left the venue, where individuals in the same circle rarely had time to meet. Who would be willing to waste the time, going back?


    Business deals, cooperations and news exchange¡ªthese benefits no one wanted tock behind.


    Apart from a real solitary person, everyone stayed. Missing opportunities meant loss measured in millions.


    Of course, the cooperation intent didn''t include Ling Qingyu because she nned to return to the manor after picking up her items from the auction.


    She had had enough of staying around the polluted air. Even though they called themselves upper ss, Ling Qingyu thought no better.


    Ling Yunxiang, Zhao Xiurong, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were also following Ling Qingyu''s steps while admiring the masterpieces on the side.


    Although the rest of the girls had no idea what was going on in Ling Qingyu''s mind, they would obey.


    "What''s the matter with your tone like an old grandmother?" Yang Qingyue said. "I rather spend time with you girls thanzing and dozing in a tterypetition."


    Her words sprouted touches ofughter, causing every eye toy on them. The beautiful melodying from their mouths seemed to be an ear massager.


    "When will we see Goddess Fan Xi?" Ling Yunxiang asked and hopped around. The rest of the girls looked toward Ling Qingyu, who chuckled nervously.


    What was going on with their scary eyes? Ling Qingyu replied: "Wait a moment. I''ll take my stuff and bring you to meet her. Right now, my stuff is more precious than your meeting."


    "Elder sister, your ancient relics are a real eye-opener." Ling Yunxiang rolled her eyes and spoke the truth everyone agreed.


    The girls nodded their heads. They had no idea why Ling Qingyu spent willfully on mere useless stuff.


    "What do you know, it''s the treasure I''m telling you. Unfortunately, you will never know. Only those who deserve it and those who were born to be great beings will know. Hahaha." Ling Qingyu teased and mocked everyone, darkening their faces.


    If it weren''t for the public asion, everyone would have already rushed up and delivered a profound lesson for Ling Qingyu worth remembering for ages.


    Particrly, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, their hands were itchy. They decided to hold it in until tomorrow morning''s practice to see if Ling Qingyu was still as brave as tonight.


    Cold air rushed from underneath the gown and Ling Qingyu shivered. The air even reached between her inner thighs. The air must be hent@i.


    She fixed her dress to warm herself and prevent any leakage. She was still confused, studying the ground carefully whether the venue installed covert fans on the floor.


    ''Speaking of Sister System, is Goddess Fan Xi part of the harem members?'' Ling Qingyu asked her conjecture because her guts told her.


    [Oh! I didn''t expect your judgment to be so high. Yes, she is part of the member.]


    ''As I expected. There isn''t loss to curry away one of the members to my party.'' Ling Qingyuughed evilly inside. ''Based on the brainholes of stallion, maybe there''s another member who might be a singer. I just don''t know where to find one.''


    After a while, the group reached the area sealed off from onlookers and solely allowed people like Ling Qingyu toe in. Auctioned items were shelved here waiting for the buyer to take away after confirming payments and the identity.


    Ling Qingyu was alone, waiting for the waitresses to bring out the items, while the rest of the girls stood outside, impatient to meet with Goddess Fan Xi.


    Soon, Ling Qingyu''s eyes were drawn to the items on the tray. A bracelet, a tablet, pearl jewelry and a pair of cute leopard underwear with stic wrapped around it.


    She imagined seeing Fan Xi''s figure in sexy lingerie and almost had a nosebleed. She rubbed her nose to soothe the sudden itchiness.


    Her attention went toward the relics. The bracelet had lost surface coating, telling its vicissitude of time but it still amazed many how could it survived for more than a millennium.


    Unlike the coiled design, this ancient bracelet design didn''t lose its colorpared with modern jewelry but its survivability enhanced the status. The bracelet was like a golden chain, connecting severalrge oval pieces, consisting of tiny inscriptions, wrapping around the hand.


    Ling Qingyu immediately picked it up and wrapped it around her wrist. The waitress almost shouted at Ling Qingyu''s behavior of not treating the bracelet as an antique but rather as a piece of jewelry.


    The pearl jewelrypeted by many women and desired even by her girls was naturally taken away and hidden in another small box, which Ling Qingyu put in the underwear stic wrap inconspicuously.


    She didn''t dare to show off when the heat hadn''t dissipated yet. Women could be scarier when their eyesid on the beautifying items, not mentioning the pearl worth more than hundreds of millions.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu didn''t forget to swipe the card and pay the full amount. Putting the tablet in a special box, Ling Qingyu carried it and Fan Xi''s underwear to leave.


    Although she wished to smell to tell the difference in the fragrance emitted by Goddess Fan Xi, her reputation was more important. Or else, if the waitress spread her non-inclining behavior, her cold morous CEO script might copse.


    ''Sister System, quickly tell me how to use the storage space.'' Ling Qingyu requested help on the way to the threshold.


    [Hold up, let me absorb unnecessary features first. Yep, done. You just need your mind to concentrate and tell yourself, I''m looking inside.]


    ''What? No blood drops, no ID recognition system. What immortal item if anyone could ess the bracelet.'' Ling Qingyu''s face drooped.


    Miss System almost summoned an energy hand to p Ling Qingyu''s head. [Oh, of course, I skipped the step for you. No one other than you can ess the bracelet. Now take a look.]


    Before Ling Qingyue went out, she paused her steps and followed Sister System''s guidelines. Her vision changed; it was a dark space, nothing else. She was wondering why she didn''t even see other treasures saved by the female immortal and then understood the reason.


    Cursing nonstop at Miss System schrly, she regained her consciousness. She realized why she felt at a loss even if her negotiation with Miss System seemed to be to her beneficiary.


    Miss System gained more than the merits contained inside the bracelet. Who knew what precious materials she took? Ling Qingyu''s smile turned stiff.


    Nothing remained apart from the dark space requested by hers. In the game of words, she lost. It seemed multiverse boss had IQs of bigger dimensions. The clown was herself from the beginning. Can''tpare, surrender first!


    Besides, her task to find merits to repay her mother''s medicine should have beenpleted through the merits contained in the bracelet, which was actually more than enough.


    Ling Qingyu sighed and thought at least she had what no one in this world possessed. Not to mention, helping others wasn''t merely for merits. Her intention from the beginning was to see fewer people suffer.


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    Miss System was prepared to outwit Ling Qingyu''s outburst but her calm reply threw her off guard.


    [Hmm¡­how much do you want it to be?] Miss System sounded a bit guilty when Ling Qingyu didn''t find trouble.


    But her reply let Ling Qingyu smile with glee. ''Can it be the size of the earth?''


    [You''re dreaming. Keep the nonsense out of your head.] Miss System nearly lost her sudden kindness and became sullen.


    ''Okay, I was kidding. As long as the space is slightly bigger than thergest airport to fit in nes and ships.'' Ling Qingyu was prepared for another outburst but Miss System went quiet.


    Then, she heard a sign. [Nevermind. I''ll fulfill your wish.]


    Just when Ling Qingyu was exhrated, what Sister System said next made her mood crack.


    [It doesn''t matter topensate your loss of this space, since the huge space was originally to be served as a spiritual farm with aura to entuate cultivation of oneself and for the alchemy.]


    Ling Qingyu wished Miss System continued to stay quiet. Her psychological tolerance was torn off! She really suffered a big loss in the trading. Miss System was a true capitalist, more utilitarian than her.


    The feeling of loss was harsher than her gender transformation. She better chattered with the rest of the girls to cure her emotional damage.


    Throwing away Miss System''sugher in the corner of her mind, Ling Qingyu stepped outside with a stoic face, impassively, worrying the girls.


    "What happened?" Ling Qingyu foundfort, seeing Yang Qingyue ask.

 Chapter 253: Looking for another cheats

    Ling Qingyu shook her head at Yang Qingyue''s worried inquiry. "Nothing. I feel like I spend the money in vain."


    Everyone rolled their eyes at her remarks. Only now did Ling Qingyu regret? Where was the proud peerless businesswoman exuding her queen-like aura during the auction?


    One blink one billion. Who else except her possessed such a hand? And Ling Qingyu confided her misery.


    Frankly, they stayed with Ling Qingyu for a long time and understood her character thoroughly. Without certainties and an additional backup n, she never wasted an opportunity or her energy.


    It was highly unlikely the reason to be upset was enormous spending. Even outsiders like Yang Qingyue who didn''t know much about her, chuckled.


    The waitress followed out of the doors and Ling Qingyu was puzzled. "Did I leave anything?"


    "No, Miss. I''m here to guide you to the room where you''ll meet with Goddess Fan Xi." The waitress said with a polite smile.


    "Oh, you call her goddess and me, only miss. That''s very impolite behavior there, my darling." Ling Qingyu teased.


    The waitress stuttered and defended herself. She was afraid Ling Qingyu was someone with weird kinks, unable to withstand the slightest idental offense. She would have nowhere to cry andin, when these big shots were angry at her.


    Yang Qingyue clicked her tongue, got close to Ling Qingyu, and twisted her waist muscle. Ling Qingyu cringed and pursed her lips in pain. "You like to joke, huh, seeing others cry? How about continuing to try in front of me?" Yang Qingyue whispered into her ears.


    Although Ling Qingyu felt good from the itchiness of Yang Qingyue''s lips touching her ears, she didn''t dare to indulge and nodded hurriedly. "Well, girl, why are you so frightened? I''m really kidding around. Just being happy." Ling Qingyu had a paralysis in her brain.


    Why did this young waitress immediately cry when she teased? Was she really scary? Ling Qingyu rubbed her chin in deep thought, a little suspicious at her attractive trait.


    Yang Qingyue released her grip and nudged gently at the area she twisted. "Is it painful?" She asked.


    Ling Qingyu nodded with her watery eyes and puppy face. "Very painful. As long as you rub, it''ll disappear."


    At least, 100 percent guaranteed, Yang Qingyue had begun to fall for her. Ling Qingyu wasughing inside at her sess.


    Tang Ziyi coughed, interrupted the rare moment, and received Ling Qingyu''s deadly re. She shrugged, if looks could kill she had died long ago. How many times had Ling Qingyu given the same look?


    In the end, Ling Qingyu was the one begging for mercy from her. Tang Ziyi smirked.


    Ling Qingyu turned and walked toward Tang Ziyi. She pushed the mahogany box with an ancient tablet inside and touched Tang Ziyi''s chest, ttening the two mountain peaks.


    Tang Ziyi''s eyes looked downward and narrowed. Ling Qingyu gulped in trepidation and quickly said. "An ident. Hehe. I was excited when I remembered something important. But yours is big and nice though.


    Very firm."


    "Should I say thank you?" Tang Ziyi muttered.


    With courage, Ling Qingyu stepped forward and brought her mouth close to Tang Ziyi''s ears, but was stopped by a powerful hand.


    Tang Ziyi judged whether Ling Qingyu was serious or taking advantage of her. Ling Qingyu''s eyes gestured toward the box and Tang Ziyi relented.


    "Keep this tablet safe. It''s very important. The scripture contained in the tablet can allow us to create an exercise or sutra simr to those ancient internal qi cultivation methods or a new innovative way to strengthen ourselves physically." Ling Qingyu whispered everything she knew and what she hoped from Tang Ziyi.


    Tang Ziyi was astonished, never expecting to see these techniques. The lost art from the ancient era. She realized the importance of secrecy and nodded, grasping the box from Ling Qingyu''s hand.


    "Anything else?" Tang Ziyi asked.


    "I just hope you cane up with a new method inspired by the scriptures, especially for the woman. After all, every martial art I know is suited more for the males." Ling Qingyu said. "There must be something a woman has the advantage in. The mystery of our body is like the universe."


    Tang Ziyi agreed with Ling Qingyu''s opinion. She had also perfected every technique to fit her character and physique. It wasn''t wrong to say with Tang Ziyi''s guidance, Ling Qingyu''s guard had dramatically improved their fighting capabilities by arge margin.


    In fact, Tang Ziyi wasn''t a stranger to the internal cultivation method because in her world she was already a world expert. She had trained her muscles and conditioned her bones to the point, that the skin could easily withstand small caliber bullets from pistols and submachine guns.


    The internal energy she could utilize gave her extreme strength and agility. At least, her world consisted of a bit of spiritual aura facilitating her practice. But after being teleported to Ling Qingyu''s world, her physique and her internal strength were nullified, onlyparable to the top soldier king but still within human specifications.


    The limit brought by the world annoyed Tang Ziyi and she was searching for a breakthrough. Now, Ling Qingyu mentioned the possible strengthening of another aspect, in which she had a keen interest.


    Although her previous usage of spiritual aura to store them as internal energy wouldn''t work anymore to strengthen the muscle and internal organs, it was impossible there wasn''t another possibility.


    She had read from online novels, using gene technology and input from external machines to gain strengthparable to her heyday. Perhaps, the technology wasn''t still mature, the idea merely remained part of science fiction.


    They were still inspirations for her to seek another path. In addition, with Athena''s strategic-level scientist''s help, she didn''t believe her endeavor would meet a dead end and what Ling Qingyu gave might also contain other secrets she could learn too.


    Of course, the confidence in sess was mostly attributed to the mysterious existence which Ling Qingyu spoke about. Otherwise, how would Ling Qingyu know the secrets contained in the tablet that she didn''t see herself?


    While the two exchanged the conversation in secret, their whispers still managed to reach Xiao Yue. The two knew but didn''t care because the secret was the safest among the three.


    After hearing about the possibility of gaining additional strength, people like Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue became eager to know. They satisfied themselves and sought pleasure by strengthening themselves.


    Knowing their body and fighting ability to be stronger also raised their self-confidence and demeanor. Who would refuse such an opportunity, not even Xiao Yue.


    Thus, Xiao Yue was instantly delighted but controlled her expression. Even though her physical condition was iparable with Tang Ziyi because of training from childhood without any qi or aura, she wasn''t willing to stay behind.


    Now, a new method had be possible. If Tang Ziyi seeded, she could upgrade her body and abolish the weakness she had as a woman.


    The rest of the girls exchanged puzzled nces, baffled at Ling Qingyu''s sudden secretive behavior. Yang Qingyue was a bit upset, though she understood everyone had something to hide.


    Ling Qingyu gave an apologetic smile at Yang Qingyue, who kept watch on her with folded arms, and let the waitress lead the way.


    Let''s meet with Fan Xi first before going back, she thought.


    She should study why Fan Xi was qualified to enter the harem lists closely. Really, not because she sought an alluring woman. She just wanted topare her beauty.

 Chapter 254: Seeing Fan Xi

    A/N: Deep apology when I miss the pearl jewelry in the previous chapters. I''ve modified them in the list. It should be four items. I really don''t know why I forget the important jewelry but a reader saves my day. I beg for your understanding.


    Ling Qingyu''s group went up and reached one of the rooms on the sides of the aisle. The waitress knocked on the door and only opened it after hearing positive replies, then gestured the girls to go in.


    The room was close to guests and only those verified by the staff could enter. She had even seen securities, probably addressed to fend off outsiders.


    Upon hearing the waitress''s affirmation Ling Yunxiang''s focus, fumbling around the small box, containing the pearl jewelry inside, changed, knowing she was about to meet her senior soon.


    Yang Qingyue and Zhao Xiurong weren''t any better. Since the moment to meet with their goddess neared, their hearts were filled with excitement.


    Noticing their reactions, Ling Qingyu sometimes wondered would Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu exhibit the same behavior¡ªcrazy fans chasing idols.


    Or should she call them so that they could meet up? Ling Qingyu thought and asked Yang Qingyue. "Hey, does Sister Cai also want to join our group, given the chance?"


    "Of course, she would. Who didn''t want an autograph from Goddess Fan Xi?" Yang Qingyue replied as ifining only entertainment idiots like Ling Qingyue were rarer than extinct species in zoos.


    "How about you call her then? I bet Ruomei and Yu will disy the same excitement." Ling Qingyu suggested.


    Yang Qingyue sighed and shook her head. "It''s impossible. Remember their duties, to protect VVIPs. We can''t allow the slightest loopholes and endanger our protectees."


    "I understand." Ling Qingyu sighed and apologized to Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu in her heart. She did try but they didn''t have the luck.


    While the two conversed, others had gone in. Ling Qingyu heard an exhrated girlish shriek and rubbed her forehead. No need to determine the culprit; she recognized the voice.


    Who else but her cheap sister? Also as an artist, where was her pride and arrogance? Ling Qingyuined.


    The admiration had reached the fanatic level. However, Ling Qingyu thanked her sister''s behavior. She even saw some expressing jealousy and glee, when Fan Xi sold her underwear.


    They liked seeing the goddess deted and fall from the altar. Such types of people were the ones Ling Qingyu hated the most. Luckily, her sister belonged to a lively and innocent one.


    She would neverugh at seeing other people suffer. Perhaps, some jokes because of carelessness were eptable. Clumsy behaviors brought joy to others.


    But the event which might traumatize others needed onlookers'' support. Even saying nothing but eptance from the eyes would help a lot.


    Ling Qingyu smiled helplessly at Yang Qingyue, but the policewoman ignored her and sprung into the room, without hesitation.


    Ling Qingyu: "¡­!"


    Even her beloved had gone far away. Now she felt what was it like to have a girlfriend, whose attention was always on the idol.


    Give her back the cuter Q-version of Yang Qingyue. Ling Qingyu exhaled and entered the room.


    A suite,plete sets furniture and electronics, including bathrooms and bedrooms.


    Even a kitchen was provided for the person staying. Only those with special identities were qualified to reside in this particr kind of room.


    Ling Qingyu walked toward the voicesing and saw her girls surrounding an alluring woman. Given her age, the woman appeared very young but Ling Qingyu wasn''t astonished.


    She knew, that artists working in entertainment always maintained their skin. The cost was astronomical, and inessible to ordinary people.


    There was a reason why the saying beautiful people were expensive. They were piled with money for the grandest appearance.


    The woman was no one other than Goddess Fan Xi, Ling Qingyu was supposed to meet. Her bright oval-shaped face, a pair of gentle eyes like water, and the S-curve along the convex and concave parts of the figure, wrapped around by the ck tight gown, with slits and a big fork underneath, showcasing her thigh.


    The contrasting from the sparkles on her dress along with her healthy white skin mesmerized Ling Qingyu to a stop.


    As an Asian woman, her height reached 1.7 meters, quite impressive in Ling Qingyu''s opinion.


    She was smiling at her admirers who were praising around. Fan Xi was confused by the visitors. Wasn''t it only supposed to be a single woman¡ªLing Qingyu?


    Being admired by other beautiful women raised her self-esteem and she was satisfied. What was more? The visitors were high-level beauties, tall, charming and graceful.


    Fan Xi was amazed. She rarely had seen a collection of beauties apart from the workspace in the entertainment industry.


    To be frank, she even felt inferior standing before them. The pressure wasn''t small. If not for her experience, seeing so many scenes, she might be stumped, at a loss for words.


    Even the assistant who followed Fan Xi couldn''t close her eyes, which shone more and more as she dreamed thesedies bing actresses like Fan Xi.


    Among the women, Fan Xi and the female assistant recognized Ling Yunxiang, whose fame ranked very high recently. It wasn''t good news but the exposure meant Ling Yunxiang''s future looked very promising.


    Being called ''senior'' cutely by Ling Yunxiang, Fan Xi''s heart melted but she craned her eyes to meet the real visitor.


    From the corner of her eyes, Fan Xi captured Ling Qingyu leaning on the arch with her shoulders. Their eyes met and Ling Qingyu smiled.


    Fan Xi also returned a smile and dly guided everyone to take a seat. Ling Qingyu was also included and the nearest.


    However, Fan Xi''s heart was filled with turmoil. She might have gasped if she hadn''t met Ling Qingyu''spanion first, raising her eptance level.


    Her Goddess throne seemed unstable with Ling Qingyu''s entry. She was overshadowed in every aspect but jealousy was out of the equation. She only had admiration.


    Perfect face, figure and aura. Everything was invincible. Talents and strength.


    "First time seeing you, Miss Ling. I''m honored." Fan Xi sped her chest and said. "Thank you for your help!"


    "Likewise Miss Fan," Ling Qingyu said. "Your reputation precedes you. Your name and poprity shine like a star and it''s my luck to speak with you. I''ve admired you since childhood and you''re the rarest woman I''ve met. I''m sure many are jealous of my luck right now."


    "Why, Thank you. In fact, I admire you more and wish I had a talent like yours in the past." Zhao Xiurong ttered back.


    Yang Qingyue, Ling Yunxiang and Zhao Xiurong looked upward at the ceilings. Ling Qingyu lied without changing her face. Who was the one who inquired the identity of their goddess like a fool?


    Even Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue coughed ufortably. The female assistant quickly rushed to the kitchen and brought cups of water. The mouths of the two twitched and expressed thanks stiffly.


    Ling Qingyu ignored her girls'' tease and spoke without blushing. "Please, Miss Fan. I must sigh to say you''re gorgeous. It''s not wrong to call you, Goddess."


    Fan Xi blushed when she noticed Ling Qingyu''s eyes as she spoke. She had no idea why the feeling was weird, especially from a woman. "Miss Ling is also beautiful. You have no idea how stunning you look. I''m sure men fell on their knees under your pomegranate skirt."


    "I''m not sure about you, Miss Fan, but it always came with troubles." Ling Qingyu shook her head.


    "Everything has a price. You have what many women are envious of." Fan Xi thought silently to change the topic because she didn''t want to difort Ling Qingyu, reminding her about the fat guy.


    "I''m surprised you think in this way." Ling Qingyu said. "Speaking of, you''ve met my friends and my sister Ling. They were extremely excited to meet you. I fear I might not go back home alive if I fail to meet their expectation."


    Fan Xi chuckled at Ling Qingyu''s ttery joke. "I have to express my deep gratitude. Maybe you might not know what happened but you save me from fire."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes lit up and gestured to hear more. She wanted to know how Fan Xi''s brain worked to even sell her underwear, the most precious for the girl, who valued chastity and loved herself.


    Under what condition had Fan Xi been coerced? Her impression of Shen family had plummeted from acquaintance to worse than strangers though she had no clue what their involvement were.

 Chapter 255: Speak less if you lie

    Ling Qingyu''s brow furrowed more and more as she listened. Fan Xi began by describing her naive childhood and a dream to be popr like the famous actresses on the screen.


    The girls put their heads on their palms as they listened to her stories. They never expected Fan Xi to narrate her experience.


    In fact, Fan Xi had no idea why she wanted to speak out about everything she held in. She was afraid, the girls admiring her would misunderstand her action.


    She was scared Ling Qingyu would regard her as an unchaste slut, not being reserved as a woman. Fan Xi was a strong person and shouldn''t care about other''s opinions. She had experienced her own ups and downs for years.


    Why should she care about Ling Qingyu''s opinion? Was it because of the amount of money? Well, part of it indeed made sense. Or was it because she was grateful for Ling Qingyu''s action?


    Throughout her speech, no one interrupted. Ling Qingyu merely smiled and disyed no expression, beckoning Fan Xi to continue.


    Nothing out of the ordinary, her step-by-step struggles. Her sess and effort. Sometimes, the girls would gasp once in a while as if they had be the protagonists in the story.


    Ling Qingyu felt speechless and hopeless with their reactions. Fangirls were truly amazing existence and an eye-opener. Why were they so fanatic?


    Well, even Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue listened with relish, including Ling Qingyu when the story described Fan Xi''s battle of wits. A wrong step meant the downfall of her career and faced a ruined reputation.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue had lived a life, dancing life and death on the edge of the sword. But Fan Xi''s arena raised their interest, facing so many conspiracies from strangers and so-called acquaintances.


    If one was never on edge, they might be swallowed, including Fan Xi''s bones. Compared with life and death battle, Fan Xi''s predicament looked childish but these could kill people without knives.


    Ling Qingyu admitted her previous life self didn''t deserve to be Fan Xi''s high heels. She wondered how she had lived in the same manner yet hadn''t changed her lifestyle.


    ording to Fan Xi, troubles began years ago when she offended the boss of thepany she sighed for refusing to go through unspoken rules.


    She had dined and wined with powerful people but she was clever enough to dodge the bullets aimed at her. However, this time she met a blockade and people tore their faces.


    Because of unhappiness between the two parties, problems started to erupt one after another. Fast forward, her endeavor to leave became more intense than ever.


    It was a matter of time before she entered the gateway to hell and she must find ways before everything was toote. So, sacrificing her reputation, she nned to auction her personal belongings to pay off thepensation and break away from thepany once and for all.


    The most relieving part of leaving thepany was her assistant also followed suit, without any questions. Years ofpanionship weren''t for nothing. She now had faith in humanity.


    Ling Qingyu''s timely help increased that faith. Of course, Fan Xi admitted, she never agreed to have a private meeting at all and only wanted the fund.


    The girls were outraged and swore they would help her indignantly. Ling Qingyu remainedposed and continued specting on Fan Xi''s behavior.


    This superstar before her couldn''t be judged ording tomon sense. Believing her based on the exterior sounded stupid. Not to mention, Fan Xi was a talented actress.


    For now, Ling Qingyu said nothing but reached out for her spectacles and put them on. Her action brought Fan Xi''s attention but no one said a thing.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue understood and exchanged helpless nces. Ling Qingyu was too suspicious of people, theyined and were relieved afterward because when she began to believe she gave her full trust. There was really nothing to say about her character although it was ufortable for many at the beginning.


    Ling Qingyu wanted to check Fan Xi''s words with Athena''s investigation and drew her own conclusions. "Excuse me," Ling Qingyu apologized for interrupting.


    "It''s nothing. I didn''t expect Miss Ling to wear sses." Fan Xi said.


    "It''s alright. My vision is okay but my head bes dizzy if I don''t wear sses for a longer period of time." Ling Qingyu lied without a sweat. "Please continue."


    Tang Ziyi: "¡­"


    Xiao Yue: "¡­"


    Zhao Xiurong: When did President Ling have eye issue?


    Ling Yunxiang: My sis is acting suspicious.


    The funding which was originally announced for donation, going to other areas didn''t raise any shock. Ling Qingyu was now used to the elite circle and numerous methods individuals manipted.


    In order to evade tax, they coulde up with anything. For capitalists, morals and ethical considerations were thest aspects they considered.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t me Fan Xi''s behavior. The underwear was her belongings. What she decided to do was her choice. Even if selling for money. But she hated Shen family''s calctive maniption.


    Even arbitrarily forcing Fan Xi to date with the buyer, how was the scene different from the ancient brothel? Of course, that was only if what Fan Xi spoke was the truth.


    Nheless, Ling Qingyu already believed more than 85 percent of what she mentioned. Shemented the life of artists,parable to toys for powerful people. The urge to quickly be stronger came up again and Ling Qingyu suppressed the emotion.


    Only the strong made rules and bent them to their will. If she wanted to avoid Fan Xi''s simr oues, she must grow up. Although the two''s careers were different, the situation remained the same. Ling Qingyu abhorred bing someone''s ything.


    If Miss System heard Ling Qingyu''s sudden insecurities, she would be pissed off. So many cheats and useful confidnates and Ling Qingyu still had fears. Why did Ling Qingyu be a careful person, always thinking more than she should? What was the use of her trillion yuan and fortress-like manor?


    Fan Xi finally stopped and reached out for a ss of water. The girls sighed andforted, especially Ling Yunxiang who expressed her sympathy.


    "I''m certain if Miss Fan makes her autobiography a movie, it''ll definitely enter the ssic." Ling Qingyu said. "As woman, how could I bear to see another experiencing difficulties, despite the consequences your choice had made and you must be responsible? Not mentioning my sister who''s always urge me nonstop since she heard your name."


    Fan Xi understood Ling Qingyu''s implication¡ªpeople must face the results they had decided. Fan Xi agreed and she felt fortunate Ling Qingyu intervened.


    Under Young Master Xia''s watch or another mysterious handsome man, Fan Xi''s life would be more difficultter on, without a fair chance to protect herself.


    She escaped the tiger den, just to enter the wolf den. If Ling Qingyu wasn''t present, her escape might be a misery.


    "Then, I should thank my junior''s persistence and love for me." Fan Xi teased Ling Yunxiang and expressed her gratitude subtly. "I''m now actually feeling guilty about epting Miss Ling''s magnanimity and generosity while I decide to close one eye when Little Sister Ling suffers."


    Ling Qingyu waved her hand. "I didn''t know this girl was in trouble until I met her face to face."


    Fan Xi was stunned. Ling Yunxiang''s so-called ck material was so famous across the inte among so many entertainment scandals. Ling Qingyu, who previously expressed admiration for Fan Xi, should read the news and know straightaway, right?


    Did Ling Qingyu even read or was the admiration merely her politeness? If so, Fan Xi must thank Ling Yunxiang for asking her sister to help her.


    Poor Ling Qingyu didn''t know her lies were exposed from her own mouth.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue had their eyelids twitched, worrying Ling Qingyu''s pretense.

 Chapter 256: Important person for Ling Qingyu

    "As soon as I heard the news, I cleared up the misunderstanding." Ling Qingyu continued. "Some people always using their status to bully others should now have a clear mind. Fortunately, I have to thank my cheap sister, for having a stronger psychological tolerance and the measure wasn''t toote."


    Fan Xi almost gasped, hearing Ling Qingyu''s words. She understood what was going on. Someone powerful had intervened and now the answer was before her.


    In fact, Fan Xi sympathized with Ling Yunxiang''s experience but she rarely helped others, not because she was selfish but because she was already having troubles, treading carefully for self-preservation.


    Not mentioning Ling Yunxiang''s background wasn''t simple with Ling family standing behind. Perhaps, ordinary fans might not be aware; artists like her knew the information.


    A party who could suppress Ling Yunxiang, regardless of her background, must be stronger, which meant Fan Xi''s support meant nothing but a pebble in a pond.


    What amazed her was that Ling Qingyu easily solved Ling Yunxiang''s difficulties within a short period of time. Her mind couldn''t fathom Ling Qingyu''s strength.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu subtly said this with intention. One, to show her strength and overwhelm Fan Xi''s mindset; and two, to facilitate her next n.


    Fan Xi wasn''t stupid to think, Ling Qingyu spoke without having any ns and waited for her to continue. A woman, who suppressed everyone at the venue during the auction, was never a simple character.


    Every gesture, every word and every tone from Ling Qingyu had deep meanings. And exactly what she thought, Ling Qingyu''s next words confirmed her conjecture.


    "So, Miss Fan doesn''t need to put her mind too much, regarding my sister. It is fate for us to meet." Ling Qingyu said. "I wonder if I can ask for help from you. After all, I''m usually busy with work and don''t have time to control my sister."


    "Of course, Miss Ling. It''s not wrong for me to say I owe her a lot." Fan Xi replied.


    "I''m d Ms. Fan sees this way but you don''t have to burden yourself with favors. Even without our intervention, I''m sure, a strong woman will remain strong no matter the dire circumstances." Ling Qingyu said with a smile.


    "You praise me too much, Ms. Ling. What can I help your sister with?" Fan Xi said.


    Ling Qingyu leaned a little forward. "There''s one thing the public has gotten correct regarding my sister. She''s too inexperienced and her skills are still inferior as an artist, particrly in acting. I hope Miss Fan can give guidance."


    "I''m happy to interact more with my junior." Fan Xi looked at Ling Yunxiang, who fiddled her hands, gently.


    Ling Qingyu had a weird idea shing through her mind. Why Fan Xi acted like an olddy though she was merely in her mid-thirties? Please, mid-thirties meant still young.


    "I''m grateful, you agree, Ms. Fan." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Why call me Ms. Fan, how about calling me Elder Sister Fan or Sister Xi? The rest of the girls too, please. I''m sure we''ll be meeting each other very often." Fan Xi said with a glint in her eyes.


    Drawing in a rtionship closer, especially with a person like Ling Qingyu worked in her favor. In order to avoid showing her edge too much, she invited everyone.


    "Sister Xi, I''ll be disrespectful."


    "Sister Xi, I believe others will be envious of us."


    Even without Ling Qingyu, every girl already expressed their stance. Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched. Her hands were tied with their presence, so annoying.


    Indeed, old gingers were spicy. Fan Xi immediately made close ties with everyone, without being too obvious. Yang Qingyue was included.


    There was no way Fan Xi didn''t know Yang Qingyue''s identity based on themotions, dealing with the fat guy who had bad ideas about Ling Qingyu. Either she pretended or she really forgot.


    Thetter was more possible since Yang Qingyue''s appearance was very short. Put her among many beautiful women, her distinct features might be blurred.


    "Sister Xi, if you have any simr events or unfair treatment toward you, you cane to me." Yang Qingyue patted her chest. "I''m the current Police Chief of City N. Even if you''re outside my jurisdiction area, I can provide some guidance too."


    "Oh, our Sister has such an identity. I''m disrespectful, forgive me for not noticing." Fan Xi stood up and bowed. She really didn''t know whether toment her luck, receiving so many big shots in this meeting with her ''fans''.


    "Why is Sister Xi doing this? It''s also my duty to enforcew and justice." Yang Qingyue stepped forward and prevented Fan Xi. She didn''t want an elder generation to bow before her, especially when the person didn''t make any mistakes.


    Ling Qingyu narrowed her eyes as she realized Fan Xi didn''t recognize Yang Qingyue. Well, Fan Xi wasn''t as calctive as she thought.


    "Can I call you Sister Ling?" Fan Xi asked.


    "Of course, why not? I guess from today onwards many of your fans will be envious of us." Ling Qingyu replied. "Speaking of, if I may know, what are your ns after leaving thepany?"


    "Well, I have nothing to do at the moment. You know being moved around by others and suddenly having nothing to do, the feeling is strange." Fan Xi said.


    Ling Qingyu understood her mood. It appeared since young, Fan Xi''s every movement had been under the control of others. Even if a person became mature, the feeling from the youth, which Fan Xi was used to for a long time, suddenly disappeared and caused her to be confused for a while.


    Certainly, after a while, Fan Xi could recollect herself ande up with her goal.


    "I understand you. If you need help, you can ask the sisters around. Believe me, your fans here aren''t simple." Ling Qingyu said with a joke. "Besides, if you are going to teach my sister, how abouting to my home?"


    Ling Qingyu struck while the iron was hot.


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    Fan Xi was hesitant and gave a polite refusal. "Wouldn''t my appearance be ruining your house and disturbing your family''s rest?"


    Ling Qingyu pressed hard. "Please, you think too much. Look at them, controlling their excitement. I''m sure interaction with their beloved goddess closely will make them happy. An advice though, be prepared to get your hands tired from signing autographs."


    Fan Xi chuckled but still remained cautious. People from wealthy circles like Ling Qingyu had to be treated carefully. Her experience and intuition told her to wait a while before making a decision. Without expressing too much refusal, she dragged the time.


    "I''lle in when I have time. Please don''t refuse me by the doorsteps by then." Fan Xi said.


    "I''ll be honored." Ling Qingyu replied with a nod. She knew this actress just used dragging tactics but wasn''t she the same?


    Fan Xi currently desired freedom and Ling Qingyuprehended her state of mind. Her original n to take Fan Xi under her wing seemed impossible.


    Nheless, Ling Qingyu had never stopped thinking of setting up a new media entertainment group under her control. If Fan Xi worked for her, everything from personnel, connections, and reputation would be easily solved.


    Too bad, her idea went down the drain. However, Ling Qingyu decided to try in another manner. Fan Xi was an important chess piece, too indispensable for Ling Qingyu to let go.


    Perhaps, she thought.

 Chapter 257: A collaboration

    After a pause, Ling Qingyu said: "Will you continue your acting career?"


    "Of course, I''d love to." Fan Xi instantly replied. "Even though my exposure might be dipping low, with all of your presence and support, I regain the confidence."


    "That''s good to hear." Ling Qingyu said. The rest of the girls nodded.


    Yang Qingyue said. "We''re worried after this embarrassing event, you would no longer act."


    "Please don''t worry. You''ll see me on the television soon. Just don''t forget to support me when the timees." Fan Xi said happily but drooped her shoulders.


    "But what senior?" Ling Yunxiang inquired.


    "Perhaps the generation simr to yours might still support me but the majority might not. After all, I''m old." Fan Xi said with a smile.


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    "Nonsense! If you''re old, I''m an olddy too." Ling Qingyu chided. Fan Xi smiled when she was scolded.


    Although she wasn''t sure if Ling Qingyu was her admirer and a fan, her supportive scolding brought a smile to her face. Her aura as a queen returned, causing Ling Qingyu to click her tongue.


    Ling Qingyu added: "You don''t need to care about age even if you''re old, there can be many scripts pertinent to your age."


    "I know. How could I haven''t thought about it?" Fan Xi shook her head. "It''s probably okay in the Alyssia Continent and Continent N, where people ept and demand more on the skills. Here in the East, the audience puts too much emphasis on appearance. Unforgiving might be an understatement here."


    Everyone went quiet¡ªthere was nothing to refute. Too demanding that it sometimes caused the artists tomit suicide due to depression. Several simr cases had urred.


    "But I don''t think you look old. Come on, many fans like us exist and still look forward to the days you''ll be the main protagonist." Ling Qingyu interjected.


    "Maybe." Fan Xi sighed and scrubbed her hair. "Actually being popr and sessful in my career is my dream. It''s not wrong to say I''ve achieved my goal. But I can''t always regard acting as my career for my whole life; I need to setup my own so that I won''t starve in my old age, depending on other''s mercy."


    Fan Xi continued: "I have to thank Sister Ling for your help. Otherwise, who knows how long my n might take toplete? With the money I obtain from buying my underwear," Fan Xi blushed and coughed, "and the possible amount I can borrow from the bank, it''s not hard to create a new entertainmentpany. I have friends and talented experts in my contact lists.


    It won''t be a while before bing a behemoth."


    Ling Qingyu smiled at the woman, whose brain was working in the same direction as hers. Nothing was morefortable and powerful than working behind the scenes.


    Seeing another simr person, Ling Qingyu felt gratified the world gave birth to another strong woman, who was willing to strive independently, rather than relying on others for everything.


    Of course, people did depend on each other and only a team would survive. A sessful person couldn''t endeavor the journey alone. Behind every one of them was the tea who were loyal to them and agreed with one''s philosophy.


    Likewise, the past Ling Qingyu had teams whom she hadn''t met yet but each working on their own. Fan Xi coulde up with a team for her quickly, provided she solved the initial predicament of being suppressed by powerful ones.


    The futureid out by Fan Xi wowed everyone, including her assistant who thought the superstar she worked along with would only change to another entertainmentpany. She never expected her friend to have such an ambition.


    "I''ll be honest with you. I also had the same n as yours when I saw my cheap sister being bullied. The entertainmentpany she worked for didn''t protect her enough. Now, I''m sure even if the problems were solved, no one dared to hire her as an actress unless she goes on her own." Ling Qingyu said.


    Ling Yunxiang wanted toin Ling Qingyu''s way of calling her. What cheap sister? It should be dearest.


    Fan Xi and the assistant covered their mouths and sniffled while envying the love Ling Qingyu had for her sister. How many percent of the rtives really went through deep water and fire to help out? Ling Qingyu did.


    In fact, even if Ling Qingyu was powerless, she would never stay far away from helping because her conscience hurt her more than the dire future.


    "Well, if Sister Ling thinks this way, I don''t know if I''ll seed." Fan Xi replied with worriester. "After all,peting or going at the same time with you meant I already lost."


    "Please, have some confidence, Sister Xi." Ling Qingyu chuckled. "Actually, I said I only have the idea. I haven''t implemented it yet."


    "What was your n, if you don''t mind telling me?" Fan Xi inquired. She was initially frightened when Ling Qingyu''s n coincided with hers and sighed in reliefter.


    "Not at all. I already intend to speak about this issue with you, the first time we met." Ling Qingyu replied. "My n was to have you work under mine, after I set up a new mediapany."


    Fan Xi listened patiently. She heard was, not is.


    Ling Qingyu: "But after I heard your story, I understood you vied for freedom, and the n was deemed impossible. You already escaped from the restraint, not to enter the cage again."


    Fan Xi and her assistant nodded. They were also terrified at Ling Qingyu''s ability to specte in a short period of time.


    "With your talents, experience, and connections, once I obtain your help, your wealth will facilitate my creation. It''s something hard to ask for in a business. Now, instead of asking you to work for me, how about we coborate to set up a new corporation¡ªSister Xi will own one and work, while I''ll be just an investor." Ling Qingyu added.


    "Of course, it''s just my idea, you can agree or disagree; I''m not forcing anything on you. I respect your decision."


    "How many shares will I have if I agree?" Fan Xi asked.


    Ling Qingyu wasn''t upset at her questioning. It showed Fan Xi was interested in her offer. "You''ll have 6, I''ll own 4, but I''m more of an investor and will not intervene in thepany affairs apart from the finance and internal enforcement. How about?"


    "Why? You''re at a disadvantage and I''ll feel guilty taking advantage of Sister Ling." Fan Xi said.


    "Worry not. I''m willing to do so. As your fan, if I didn''t even help my idol, the girls around would ostracize me." Ling Qingyu replied.


    Everyone listening to her rolled their eyes. Even Fan Xi and her assistant had their expression stiff. Keep lying, till the sun rose from the west, which was their thoughts.


    Poor Ling Qingyu didn''t realize her words were exposed because of her mismatched behaviors.


    Nheless, Fan Xi was persuaded by the offer. She had no idea why Ling Qingyu was kind to her in contrast to the titles she earned.


    She gained benefits without giving anything. The so-called coboration and Ling Qingyu''s wanting jurisdiction over finance and internal enforcement was instead a huge help. She might have experience regarding thepany''s management affairs but the financial and human rtions handling was better to hand over to Ling Qingyu.


    "What says you?" Ling Qingyu said, waiting for an answer.

 Chapter 258: Forgetting the old and loving the new

    "Can you give me some time?" Fan Xi stuttered, feeling guilty in spite of all the benefits she gained, she had done nothing but to let others wait. "I''ll definitely give you an answer after I did true research. After all, everything is just my idea and I haven''t discussed it yet with experts and my friends. I fear when I.."


    "You don''t need to say more Sister Xi. I trust you." Ling Qingyu was relieved if Fan Xi thought in this direction. It proved she was serious about the n and worried she would hurt Ling Qingyu by mistakes. "Don''t feel apologetic. In fact, when I heard your words, I was very gratified with your meticulousness."


    "I''m relieved hearing you thought so this way." Fan Xi patted her chest. Although the two were addressing each other as sister, she didn''t want to offend Ling Qingyu even the slightest.


    Chatting with Ling Qingyu was walking on a thin unstable rope. Perhaps, her fame and rumors yed a role, in intimidating Fan Xi.


    That was also the reason, why Fan Xi requested a timeline so that she could discuss with herpanions about the cooperation with Ling Qingyu.


    No matter how convincing Ling Qingyu''s idea was, she dared not be careless. Ling Qingyu was in the blind spot that her reputation was making a y against her.


    Even if she knew, she wouldn''t mind. "Alright, you don''t need to give me a direct answer. My doors are always open for you. But remember I can''t wait for more than a month. It''ll be better if we can cooperate within a week so that we can exploit your and my situations, avoiding our opponents'' sharp edges." Ling Qingyu said.


    Her exnation already allowed Fan Xi to make a decision. Indeed as Ling Qingyu said, the shorter the time frame from Ling Qingyu''s wanton spending gossip, the better to deter malicious parties.


    "I''ll bear that in mind, Sister Ling. I''ll give you a reply which will satisfy you within a week." Fan Xi replied with a nod.


    "You can give me a direct call or visit my house after having made a decision." Ling Qingyu handed over her contact card, which Fan Xi grasped it in her hand, rubbing with her thumb gently.


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu diverted away from serious talk and the group chattered sharing adorable memories. Ling Yunxiang remained like a crazy fan girl, promptingughter from everyone.


    This time, Fan Xi got to know more about the rest and she was impressed. Chairman, Secretary, famous artist, Police Chief, and two unknown women, whose status stayed a mystery. The gathering was like a big shots'' party.


    At the same time, Fan Xi was delighted to see more sessful women like her. She was thrilled, knowing she could survive. Her confidence surged again.


    The conversation changed into signing an autograph and the chatter turned weird, because none of the girls from Ling Qingyu''s group had pieces of nk papers with them.


    And none of them liked using lipsticks, damaging their properties. Fan Xi even wondered whether the girls were her fans.


    But she understood, no one knew there would be such an opportunity with her. Not to mention, every girl had a special identity, unlike her usual fans.


    An hourter, the two parties parted ways, promising to meet again soon. Ling Yunxiang was the happiest. She met her beloved senior and had a good talk. And she would be guided soon.


    Her future days looked promising. Apart from Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue who werezily following around to provide extra protection, everyone gained something.


    Ling Qingyu''s other n could be advanced. With Fan Xi''s involvement, the pace would only be quicker.


    Even Yang Qingyue obtained benefits. Of course, it was from Ling Qingyu''s promise¡ªarmored trucks and more.


    In any case, tonight seemed to not waste anyone''s time. Ling Qingyu invited to Yang Qingyue for dinner.


    Surprisingly, her invitation was epted. Yang Qingyue asked her to wait a while before walking away to talk with Cai Ning, who had to work in ce of an unscrupulous boss.


    She mustfort her sister before recklessly leaving her under the piles of work. Otherwise, Cai Ning might leave in depression and anger. Yang Qingyue couldn''t bear to lose a friend, whom she grew up with together during childhood once again.


    They had separated at the beginning of their careers. Not now, not again. Especially, when her position as a chief had be more and more stable as days passed by.


    Although Cai Ning wouldn''t leave because of these reasons, Yang Qingyue must express her views. In addition, she had to give Cai Ning, her car keys.


    Turning her head to the rest of the girls, Ling Qingyu said. "Why don''t you all ride on Tang Ziyi''s Cadic this time? Me and Sister Yang have something important to chat."


    Tang Ziyi & Xiao Yue: "¡­"


    Zhao Xiurong: "???"


    Ling Yunxiang: (^-_-^)


    Nobody spoke but they narrowed their eyes. "Okay, I''ll take your silence as a yes." Ling Qingyu said.


    Gosh, how could they bear to withhold the outburst? Ling Qingyu was definitely asking for a beating. They were stunned not speechless.


    Forgetting the old and loving the new. Such behavior must be publicly defamed. Everyone rolled their eyes.


    The slowest learner in the group, Zhao Xiurong, now knew something was going on between Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue. The signs were too obvious.


    Well, Zhao Xiurong never expected Ling Qingyu to be a. Now, she understood why Ling Qingyu sometimes watched her in a weird manner. Did something happen after the ident, causing Ling Qingyu to change?


    Bing braver and more straightforward after surviving life-and-death scenarios. Oh, no. Zhao Xiurong thought. The cold and prestigious maic aura of President Ling had copsed, in her eyes.


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    Now, Ling Qingyu became an existence simr to a wretched uncle. Zhao Xiurong''s thoughts conflicted and turned indecisive¡ªto continue without recognizing or change her interaction style.


    Ling Qingyu sneezed and immediately nced at the girls, who straightened their backs and turned their faces away in a guilty conscience. Someone must be talking behind her back.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue snorted, dragging Ling Yunxiang and Zhao Xiurong with them to the Cadic.


    Zhao Xiurong patted Ling Qingyu withplicated emotions and followed the duo, while Ling Yunxiang happily made some faces and cheered for her sess, ensnaring Yang Qingyue. Ling Qingyu chuckled gleefully and was secretly pleased, that her cheap sister could be taught.


    Tang Ziyi''s party nned to go back first. Anyway, Ling Qingyu''s security was guaranteed here. There were their guards dressed as Special Police members, a couple of meters away. Their presence was unnecessary.


    And Ling Qingyu rode on the modified armored Bentley,parable to the Beasts, nation leader frequently used. Nothing left for them to worry about.


    The guests had gone back and the venue became deserted apart from the staff and police, maintaining security here.


    Even if something went wrong during the return journey, Tang Ziyi knew with Athena''s response, controlling the Bentley and its protection level, and the presence of the guards nearby, everyone could reach Ling Qingyu quickly and kept her safe.


    Please, the sedan itself could easily withstand explosives. The technology Ling Qingyu utilized had reached at least 20 years ahead.

 Chapter 259: Time has come

    Night time. 8:30 p.m.


    Above the sky, clouds covered the stars and moons. It was dark and musky. Yet tters of lightning brightened asionally ensued by a thunderp.


    No rain fell.


    A lone vehicle was driving on the twone road. High beams of lights moved up and down a little. A closer look revealed a sedan ss.


    Ling Qingyu drove back to the manor, after waiting for Yang Qingyue. The girls who followed her to the auction had taken the first step.


    Only half an hourter, Yang Qingyue finished and came back. Ling Qingyu stood alone in a daze, regretting she should have followed.


    Even Fan Xi greeted her and returned. Well, for the sake of love, she was very patient. Anyway, Yang Qingyue was doing something important and she understood.


    Inside the Bentley, an awkward silence prevailed. Both sides knew each other''s inner thoughts. No one was a child. Their deep mind had seen everything clearly.


    While Ling Qingyu concentrated on her steering wheel, Yang Qingyue looked outside through the window and leaned on her elbow.


    Not long after, the thunderp shuddered Ling Qingyu''s ears. Her body quivered in response.


    Her thoughts slowed down. Memories of the ident sshed through her mind one by one. The scenes of the helpless her stuck inside the Bentley, watching the murderer coldly waiting for her death.


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    Tires screeched and the loud rumbling of a big engine uttered, followed by a loud bang. Her Bentley being thrown away shattered the picture.


    Ling Qingyu gasped, tightening her hands on the wheel. Only a second, she almost lost control. Bit by bit, every picture cascaded before her eyes within a short time frame.


    It was a wonder how the brain worked processing the information quickly as if it had bent the time.


    In any case, Ling Qingyu breathed in deeply and was puzzledin her mind. She hadn''t experienced the ident personally that nearly killed her or it did; but, why would it still dwell on her mind and have the capacity to harm her psychology?


    The same weather conditions, thunderps and lightning shes, though without any rain. Driving the same brand of car. Perhaps, matching the factor recalled her nightmare?


    She must ask Sister System carefully and check what is going on. If she had experienced the ident in person, she had noints.


    Was the body''s reaction so strong that it was beginning to overwhelm her? Numerous thoughts flew through her mind and Yang Qingyue''s voice calmed her down.


    "What''s the matter?" Yang Qingyue was confused and asked worriedly, seeing Ling Qingyu''s trembling figure and her face getting paler by the second. "I''m sure you didn''t drink anything that much, surpassing the limit for driving?"


    "Nothing''s wrong. It''s just I recalled something." Ling Qingyu calmed down, breathing in and replied.


    "If you can''t hold on, let me drive." Yang Qingyue suggested. "You should tell me anything ufortable; don''t keep everything to yourself."


    Ling Qingyu sighed and exined. After hearing the issue, Yang Qingyue raised her brows and sincerely advised. "I think you better get psychological counseling soon. It would be toote if you don''t care about it now."


    "I know myself. There isn''t a problem"


    "All those who have problems said the same thing." Yang Qingyue muttered.


    Ling Qingyu stopped talking but the awkwardness between the two dissipated.


    Meanwhile, Ling Qingyu and Miss Systemmunicated where Ling Qingyu inquired about what was going on.


    ''System, you gotta exin quickly. What''s inside my body? Does the original soul still stay inside mine?'' Ling Qingyu shuddered when she thought of the original Ling Qingyu gritting her teeth in anger, watching someone else take over and ruin her hard-earned original personality.


    [Tsk¡­Tsk¡­What if there is and there isn''t?] Miss System clicked her tongue.


    ''Damn System, you''re no longer my sister.'' Ling Qingyu shed a middle finger.


    [Oh it seems, some people don''t appreciate my help; it seems I have to look for others in need.] Miss Systemined coquettishly.


    ''Don''t. Don''t. I was wrong, Miss System, no¡­Sister System.'' Ling Qingyu immediately changed her face. Although she could continue struggling now without the system''s help, she would never get used to someone close to her disappearing.


    Sister System was the closest friend in this world. If she was asked who she trusted the most, the answer was quite obvious. Despite the bitter banter, she loved and hated Miss System.


    Love because who didn''t want someone caring? Hate because every wording out of Sister System, raised her desire to hit someone.


    [Where are you wrong?] Sister System asked a weird question.


    Ling Qingyu had a premonition as if a certain wife was asking her husband¡ªwhat went wrong.


    In any case, she had to maintain a y, though she knew Sister System was joking around. ''Everything was wrong. I shouldn''t doubt my lovely sister. I shouldn''t ever talk harshly. It''s all my fault.''


    [Even if I do something wrong, it''s because of you?]


    ''Yes, indeed. If you say right, I''ll never walk left.''


    As long as Sister System listened to her and stopped the dangerous idea, Ling Qingyu could bend and stretch. People bowed under the eaves.


    After the two finished roleying a couple, Ling Qingyu went to the main theme. ''So, what happened just now with my body?''


    [Nothing unusual, it''s just the remnant soul at y.]


    ''Wait! What!'' Ling Qingyu panicked. ''She is still inside me?''


    [Of course not. What I meant is don''t you feel a relief inside, sublimating your soul when you cured your mother.]


    ''Yes.'' Now that Ling Qingyu thought of it, it was indeed as Sister System described.


    [Even though the body is yours and the soul is only you, there''ll be some unwillingness in the body.]


    Ling Qingyu understood. ''So, you''re telling me because I haven''t settled the grievance, like those who try to kill me?''


    [Bingo.] Miss System made a pop sound.


    Ling Qingyu''s face darkened at her yful behavior. ''I also want to return the grudge and seek justice, but I don''t know who the real hand is. Look, I have avenged her and ughtered those gang members who participated in the assassination. I''m also trying.''


    Miss Systemforted. [Indeed, you did as long as you have a clear conscience.]


    ''Fortunately, my willpower is strong enough to withstand the PTSD or trauma. Or else, I might have another ident due to psychological distress.''


    [Thank yourself for having a strong soul. Otherwise, your reaction will be more hazardous. Oh! Looking at your reaction, when you cringe and be soft, especially your perfect figure made my mind blown, I really like to bend you over and XXX you hard.]


    ''XXX my foot. F**k you! Whether you''ll bend over or I will remain unclear. Hmph!'' Ling Qingyu''s finger almost slipped of the steering wheel.


    [Come on] Sister System beckoned with her index finger.


    Speaking of bending over, the world she currently resided in, especially in the male stallion world, Ling Qingyu always found many male characters ying flute with their female secretaries or enjoying adult dancing posture.


    The world wasn''t derived from the novel. Every living being had their own thoughts and ns. Nobody followed others'' will.


    So, Ling Qingyu was curious whether the secretaries here behaved simrly, working under the men.


    In every scene, they would be seen pleasured by the women around. A famous saying came out of this¡ªif there was work, let the secretary work; if there wasn''t, do the secretary.


    Ling Qingyu remembered her own most beautiful secretary, Zhao Xiurong, dressed in an OL style. Particrly tonight, her eyes indulged in her curvatures.


    She even dreamed of pushing Zhao Xiurong over the desk and recalled she had no tools. Now, it appeared she must study the subject thoroughly before answering for the real ''exam''.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu understood the current style waspletely objectifying women as sex objects. Every time a man saw them, showing off their figures, their first thought was to me for looking for the opposite gender.


    Some might even have the extreme thought that the man must fXXX around his subordinates so that they would only obey him or women should be treated as such.


    They had no idea¡ªsometimes a woman just wanted to satisfy themselves, appear more beautiful and gain confidence. Other times, she drew attention to quench her vanity and might not be interested in seeking sex at all.


    Of course, if a woman changed her style all of a sudden, the scenario became different.


    Yang Qingyue on the sideline was observing Ling Qingyu''s behavior from the corner of her eyes.


    Seeing Ling Qingyu alter several expressions, sometimes gloomy, sometimes weird, Yang Qingyue''s worries increased.


    Out of nowhere, she felt another hand on her palm and looked down. It was Ling Qingyu, gently fondling and grasping her hand.


    Yang Qingyue asked: "What are you doing?"


    "Sister Yang, let me hold you for a while. I feel safer sensing your touch." Ling Qingyu said tremblingly. "I need your warmth right now. As soon as my skin touch yours, the murky darkness inside disappear."


    Hearing Ling Qingyu''s words, Yang Qingyue snorted. Given Ling Qingyu''s past, if not for feeling her thumb always grazing over Yang Qingyue''s hand, she might have believed her smooth talk and helpless quivering acting.


    Please stop, fiddling before you speak. Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes.


    Ling Qingy''s courage rose as she saw Yang Qingyue didn''t resist. Her behavior during the auction already told Ling Qingyu the answer but sometimes people must test out before making a decision.


    Tonight, she must take Yang Qingyue down. Holding her palm gently, with one hand over the steering wheel, Ling Qingyu hummed a youthful romantic song she heard recently and swayed as she drove along under Yang Qingyue''s helpless eyes.


    A/N: Apology! Today''s energy drained out and 1 Chapter. The author bows several times.


    BTW, should I setup a discord group for you, readers? I''m unconfident to do so after seeing so many without any reactions, except for a very few.


    In Qidian, people called them zombie readers @v@


    LOL! I also feel lonely even if there is some data. Unless I sawments or gifts that I regained confidence.


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 Chapter 260: Rising emotions

    Inside the Bentley, a heartwarming atmosphere ensued. Yang Qingyue attempted to withdraw her hand but failed ''miserably''.


    Whether it was due to Ling Qingyu''s powerful grip or an act of symbolic resistance remained a mystery.


    A gentle tug of war between the two brought smiles upon Ling Qingyu''s face. She went to the next stage and interlocked the fingers.


    Yang Qingyue red at Ling Qingyu bashfully and resigned to fate, sighing at her shameless level. She asked for the first time. "What do you think you''re doing?"


    "I''m seeking the only warmth in the Arctic." Ling Qingyu replied with a shrug.


    Yang Qingyue almost vomited Ling Qingyu''s cringy and cliche remarks. She wasn''t really prepared to face Ling Qingyu''s sudden change in attitude, who became so bold in her move.


    But she didn''t hate nor had any disgust. Something inexplicable rose from her heart. She wanted to see which direction Ling Qingyu was going to take.


    Ling Qingyu was in a gleeful mood and her IQ dropped, unable to see what Yang Qingyue thought. She was satisfied Yang Qingyue didn''t resist her approach too much.


    As long as there was a breach and thick-skin weapon, the city wall would copse soon. Now, the police chief, who had solved various serious crimes, was at a loss.


    "Why don''t you let me drive?" Yang Qingyue decided to change the topics and suggested. Given Ling Qingyu''s prior exnation of her sudden paling skin, Yang Qingyue had trouble, trusting Ling Qingyu''s driving ability.


    Although the crash in the past week wasn''t Ling Qingyu''s fault, she made in the list. Sometimes, people believed in weird luck, if there was one, there would be another time again.


    "Nope, I must drive. Only after I ovee my own fear, I''ll be cured." Ling Qingyu disagreed righteously. "And I''m driving under the speed limit, no need to worry."


    ''Then, you better release my hand and hold the steering wheel with both hands. Or I''ll revoke your license." Yang Qingyue threatened.


    Ling Qingyu coughed. She forgot Yang Qingyue was a serious policewoman. What she said must be taken seriously but Ling Qingyu was also reluctant to release her grasp.


    "Whichw even stated you must drive by two hands?" Ling Qingyu remembered the key point and retorted.


    Yang Qingyue humphed in response and spoke angrily. "I''d be watching carefully. As long as you break one rule either by mistake or on purpose, you must pullover."


    Ling Qingyu sighed¡ªwhere had the romantic moment gone? She was just about to brew the atmosphere and legal wind brushed everything away.


    To be frank, Ling Qingyu definitely felt better and no more shback interrupted her mind. The saying, love improved health, wasn''t wrong, provided the ups and downs hadn''t been experienced yet.


    If betrayal or ss shattering moment urred, a cure became a disease. The worst disease and the hardest to solve.


    Ling Qingyu heard people suffering and couldn''t stand up again, no matter the medicines provided, because they lost love. No one could save them but themselves.


    Anyway, those things were too far to think for a single dog like herself. With courage in an attempt to reim the romantic ambiance, Ling Qingyu brought Yang Qingyue''s palm and kissed the back of her hand softly. The journey to love was stepping over several minefields.


    Sensing a wet silky touch, Yang Qingyue shivered and she was in shock. How dared Ling Qingyu do this to her?


    She was angry but not so much. The dichotomy of her mood forced her lips to part and close repeatedly. Yang Qingyue was speechless against Ling Qingyu''s behavior,ining in her mind¡ªthere must be control. Why was the situation getting more and more out of control?


    Yang Qingyue stared at the back of her palm and saw a red lipstick imprint. Seeing the crime evidence, Yang Qingyue stole a subtle nce and sighed, feelingplicated.


    Wasn''t this what she hoped for, trying to see where the journey between the two would go? Why when it indeed happened, she became hesitant.


    While Yang Qingyue swam in a sea ofplicated emotions, Ling Qingyu was immersed in the smell and sensation, she genuinely liked and wanted to explore more.


    She even felt reluctant, moving Yang Qingyue''s hand away. So, this was the feeling, she experienced when she touched someone she liked intimately. The short electric impulse ran through her vein, sparking excitement and causing her to breathe rapidly.


    Her breaths shortened in arousal. Just touching Yang Qingyue''s skin with her lips raised Ling Qingyu to an oblivion. She wondered if the car would overturn should she touch other serious ce, like mountainous peaks and some contour lines.


    Ling Qingyu''s expressionbined with her prior brave behavior exuded a wretchness like a old uncle. Nheless, this wretchness with the addition of Ling Qingyu''s iceberg goddess aura and her perfect beauty, raised the attraction point by several levels, Yang Qingyue had a hard time looking away.


    Now that she looked carefully, Ling Qingyu was indeed more beautiful than the rumors described. The application of makeup transformed Ling Qingyu''s exquisite face like a fairy.


    The air inside the Bentley crackled with a tension that neither Ling Qingyu nor Yang Qingyue could ignore. Ling Qingyu, having reluctantly moved Yang Qingyue''s hand away, now found herselfpelled by an unseen force.


    The atmosphere shifted from yful banter to a charged stillness, both women acutely aware of the unspoken desires lingering in the confined space. Well, the source mostly came from Ling Qingyu''s shortness of breath, Yang Qingyue noticed while she was merely affected.


    Yes, she regurgitated she wasn''t the culprit and that Ling Qingyu yed like a ruffian, plucking the strings inside her heart. The previous goosebump from the kiss on the hand must be an illusion. Yang Qingyue shook her head and looked outward.


    As Ling Qingyu continued to drive, a maic pull seemed to draw her gaze back to Yang Qingyue. The subtle scent of Yang Qingyue''s perfume, mixed with the lingering warmth of their previous interaction, filled the car.


    Ling Qingyu''s fingers drummed nervously on the steering wheel, a telltale sign of the internal struggle she was facing.


    On the other side, Yang Qingyue sat in contemtive silence, her eyes flickering between Ling Qingyu and the passing scenery. Ling Qingyu''s audacious kiss had disrupted the equilibrium, and Yang Qingyue found herself caught between wanting to maintain her desire to the lowest level and sumbing to the allure of the unexpected intimacy.


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    Her curiosity was piqued about the journey ahead if the two''s romance exploded. Once this thought nted a seed inside her head, it spurted and grew uncontrobly. The pictures wouldn''t stop appearing in her mind.


    Although the two formed an acquaintance not long ago, they were progressing too fast. Perhaps, the wine drank during the auction yed a vital role, prompting Ling Qingyu''s brain to take a first step. And Yang Qingyue''s desire to prevent the oing erupting dipped after every passing second. Her resistance had dropped to the lowest level.


    Two small figurines of Yang Qingyue flew in front of her eyes. Yang Qingyue was speechless again at herself. She was certain, she wasn''t drunk.


    She watched the two argued endlessly. One had a pair of white wings behind like an angel and a golden halo loop over her head. The other contrasted with a pair of ck wings and two horns like a demoness.

 Chapter 261: Finally a kiss

    The angel version of Yang Qingyue: "You must be reserved. A momentary spark of desire can ruin everything. Think rationally before you decide."


    The demoness version wasn''t afraid: "Rational my ass. Your hypocritical face almost makes me puke. Follow your desire cleanly instead of pretending on the high ground."


    Angel: "You, demons,ck self-control. And this kind of love between the same sex is hical."


    Demon: "Who makes ethics? Who cares about that in the face of true love? As long as one''s pursuit doesn''t affect others or trouble them, why not? A heterosexual rtionship is more of a lust. True lovees from the same sex."


    Angel: "You! As a daughter of the big family, won''t you be hurting Ling Qingyu?"


    Demon: "I think my family should worry more about facing her. Yang Qingyue, go ahead, I give you a green light."


    Angel: "Green light, my foot. Yang Qingyue, think twice. You don''t want her to get hurt."


    Demon: "Stop chattering. Angels are the cleanest outside and dirtiest inside in contrast to us."


    Angel: "You demons always know how to confuse people. I fight you!"


    Yang Qingyue watched the two tiny figures scuffle, waving severalrge circles and turning into a big cloud. Ping-pong. Ping-pong.


    Her face darkened, seeing her conflicted thoughts fighting their ideologies with fists. The corners of her mouth twitched and she waved away with her hand, dissipating both angel and demon into nothingness.


    It seemed she was indeed drunk a bit, even seeing cute caricature versions of her. But the demoness''s words tempted Yang Qingyue.


    But she put the important motto in her mind¡ªwomen must be reserved and couldn''t show urgency in their every move. They weren''t elegant and destroyed the image. Particrly, regarding love affairs, women should y around indirectly because direct frankness meant a slut.


    This kind of pressure weighed more especially in countries where women''s rights were repeatedly endangered most of the time.


    Should Ling Qingyu know about her inner monologue, she would have greeted several of Yang Qingyue''s ancestors.


    In contrast, Ling Qingyu was getting more and more ufortable. She couldn''t bear any longer.


    Breaking the silence, Ling Qingyu spoke, her voice low and tinged with vulnerability, "Yang Qingyue, I can''t seem to control myself around you."


    The confession hung in the air, a raw admission of the emotions bubbling beneath the surface. Damn the ancient culture, my opportunity door was closing.


    Yang Qingyue turned to look at Ling Qingyu, her eyes revealing a mix of curiosity and trepidation. Ling Qingyu, sensing the need for rity, continued, "I''ve tried to resist, but being close to you, it''s like there''s a force pulling me in. And I can''t deny that I want to kiss you right now."


    The admission hung in the air, a palpable tension building as Ling Qingyu''s words lingered. The car seemed to move in slow motion, every passing second stretching the anticipation. The next move weighed heavily in the unspoken dance between them.


    With a sudden decisiveness, Ling Qingyu pulled the car over to the side of the deserted road and mmed the brake. The Bentley came to a halt, the engine''s hum now the only sound in the silent night. Ling Qingyu turned to face Yang Qingyue, her eyes searching for any signs of resistance or reciprocation.


    In that charged moment, their eyes locked. Ling Qingyu, driven by an overpowering desire, closed the distance between them. Even the seal belt holding Ling Qingyu down seemed powerless as Ling Qingyu hovered over Yang Qingyue, whose back was locked.


    Yang Qingyue never expected Ling Qingyu to make a first bold move. She might have underestimated Ling Qingyu''s control.


    Looking upward at Ling Qingyu''s face getting nearer to hers, Yang Qingyue gulped. Her defense faltered. She didn''t know why she never resisted. The pressureing from Ling Qingyu made her breathless.


    In fact, the lust inside Ling Qingyu deepened and she instinctively acted domineeringly to corner Yang Qingyue. Now staring at her beautiful eyes and the rose lips, Ling Qingyu''s tongue moved in anticipation and her mouth went dry.


    She wanted to kiss yet didn''t know how. The problem arose. She had no idea how to proceed and awkwardly lowered her head over Yang Qingyue''s.


    In the meantime, her eyes searched for any signs of disagreement from Yang Qingyue and shone with with glint when she noticed Yang Qingyue''s eyes subconsciously looking forward to her move.


    Ling Qingyu''s excited mood rose when she saw Yang Qingyue close her eyes gently. There were no words to say more.


    The world outside the car seemed to fade away as their lips finally met in a passionate kiss. Passionate kiss?


    Well, only if Ling Qingyu''s teeth didn''t tter with Yang Qingyue''s after she pecked a little first. Yang Qingyue''s eyes teared up from the pain and widened.


    Feeling desperate inside, Ling Qingyu was in a stupor. Should she continue and miss the chance or ¡­what should she do? Would Yang Qingyue me her? If she knew this would happen, she should review it several times before the real exam.


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    Sensing jerkiness and clumsy lip movements from Ling Qingyu, Yang Qingyue almostughed and decided to teach her the true method.


    She separated Ling Qingyu for a while before kissing again and moved her lips, gently at first and passionately. Yang Qingyue even inserted her tongue, freezing Ling Qingyu for a moment.


    Under Yang Qingyue''s lead, the two became morefortable, emboldened by the connection they shared and deepened the kiss, each moment an exploration of uncharted territory.


    The kiss spoke volumes, anguage that surpassed any words. Yang Qingyue, her initial reservations giving way to the intoxicating allure, led the rhythm with a fervor, surprising Ling Qingyu.


    Yang Qingyue didn''t have any reservations. These unwarranted issues floated away as soon as Ling Qingyu''s lips copsed on hers. She discovered Ling Qingyu''s existence, plucking her heartstrings.


    Of course, Yang Qingyue had little experience but practiced a lot, though she didn''t touch her ex-boyfriend too much. But every girl dreamed about how they would feel during the kiss and did try drilling.


    Even though Ling Qingyu had no experience nor knew what to do, her hands subconsciously moved, hugging Yang Qingyue''s waist and closing the distance.


    Their bodies melted into each other. The blockages inside the car interior could no longer stop the passion. The bondage became their background.


    When Ling Qingyu''s hands brushed over Yang Qingyue''s stomach and her sides, the policewoman moaned and grasped the back of her head forward. Both felt each other breath.


    For the first time in her life, Ling Qingyu knew what shivering pleasure meant. The kiss made her tingle to the spine. Every ounce of blood rushed to the ecstasy. The heartbeat reverberated through her chest.


    She never expected the kiss would be so sweet and smelled milkiness from Yang Qingyue.


    What stunned her the most was Yang Qingyue''s daring tongue, roping around hers.


    Despite following Yang Qingyue''s lead, the gratifying aspect should be Ling Qingyu positioning herself on the top.


    But those ideas disappeared, when Yang Qingyue''s tongue scraped around inside her mouth, drawing out moans, Ling Qingyu would blush severely if she listened from the sidelines.


    "Hmm!" Both separated for a moment, taking a deep breath. Ling Qingyu brushed across Yang Qingyue''s cheek with the back of her fingers, noses touching and exchanging breath.


    Ling Qingyu pressed forward again, this time following Yang Qingyue''s steps. Under Teacher Yang''s guidance, Ling Qingyu had now grown into an expert.

 Chapter 262: How are you more experienced than me?

    Ling Qingyu kept gasping as her lips did the work. Under Yang Qingyue''s indistinguishable sybles, Ling Qingyu yed her hands to the extreme, as if sculpturing a gorgeous piece of art.


    Her palm stroked every inch of the skin above the clothes on Yang Qingyue''s abdomen, moving upward and finally reached the bottom of a pair of supple mountains.


    Just a frisk, caused Yang Qingyue to react strongly, shuddering in instinct. Ling Qingyu smiled inwardly, not expecting Yang Qingyue to be so sensitive.


    While continuing to smooch her lips. Ling Qingyu raised her hand, lifted along the delicious weight and rubbed over the two peaks gently.


    Despite ayer above the skin, Yang Qingyue felt Ling Qingyu''s caress deeply because she only wore an evening gown. Her breath quickened after every time Ling Qingyu''s palm smothered over her breast.


    Tilting her head, Ling Qingyu squeezed the two soft buns, eliciting a moan out of Yang Qingyue''s mouth. The troubled policewoman raised her proud chest, stretching her body to a wonderful curvature. Her hands helplessly hugging Ling Qingyu''s thin waist


    Yang Qingyue''s moan echoed inside Ling Qingyu''s mouth causing pleasure to rip across her brain. The stato vibration rippled Ling Qingyu''s nerves to shut down her thinking ability.


    When Yang Qingyue regained her consciousness, she fought back. Her hands doing the same as what Ling Qingyu did.


    In contrast to her voicing out her feelings, Ling Qingyu slumped in silence as if her body was drained out of energy. The sensation from her chest led her to lose strength, without the ability to resist. She was worse than Yang Qingyue. Too sensitive!


    Yang Qingyue, seizing the moment, threw Ling Qingyu back to her seat and released her seat belt and bent over the cold goddess, observing closely. The emerald gown was distorted with wrinkles, hugging the skin tightly.


    Gosh, she was indeed an impable goddess. Yang Qingyue eximed in her heart. The top-notched figure with an immortal face exuded a different charm where people lusted over Ling Qingyu but didn''t dare imagine anything dirty.


    When Yang Qingyue''s eyesnded on Ling Qingyu''s face, she was surprised because the goddess''s eyes had lost focus in a momentary bliss. Her mouth slightly gaped open, her cheeks flushing red as she breathed deeply and rapidly, having not yet extricated from the heavenly touch.


    Yang Qingyue licked her lips and removed Ling Qingyu''s seat belt, then pressed her couch down. She raised her legs to straddle over Ling Qingyu and inched her lips closer to the goddess''s skin, trailing kisses over the deep ravine on her chest and smelling the bodily scent before reaching the neck and sucking hard.


    Ling Qingyu snapped her neck back, her eyes rolled back. Curling her lips, Yang Qingyue kissed her chin, nose, and eyes and finally melted again on the lips, sparking pleasure after pleasure, each time increasing in intensity.


    Because the interior space wasrge enough, Yang Qingyue easilypleted the steps, moving her body onto the driver seat, without touching a single stuff.


    Athena, who was in the inte virtual world and observing through the car camera, covered her eyes but the space between the fingers betrayed her behavior. She uttered in confusion: "Oh! Mom is bullying Aunt Yang. What should I do? Should I report to Aunt Tang? Huh, No!


    Mom is now being bullied again. Aunt Yang is riding over her. Are the two fighting? The gaspsing out from them are weird though. I should report to Aunt Tang and Aunt Xiao for help!"


    A couple of kilometers away, inside the Cadic, both Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue raised their brows after receiving an urgent notification from Athena; they were about to reach their destination.


    Their expression quickly became serious and listened to Athena''s exnation. However, the more they listened, the more their face turned weird.


    Both exchanged knowing nces¡ªYang Qingyue and Ling Qingyu were fighting, someone bullying the other, and vice versa. Tang Ziyiughed out loud and sent a wink at Xiao Yue, who immediately pursed her lips.


    What increased the stake here was Athena sending the live video feed onto their spectacles. Both clearly had seen Yang Qingyue piling over Ling Qingyu, who struggled in dismay.


    Their strange reactions were noticed by Zhao Xiurong and Ling Yunxiang, sitting behind them.


    Zhao Xiurong asked: "What''s the matter? Is there anything funny you saw?" She looked through the window to see if something happened outside the car.


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    Tang Ziyi: "Yes, I just saw a live-action sequence, which will raise my heart rate to a legend?"


    Xiao Yue blushed andmented Ling Qingyu really dared to do it outside. What an exhibitionist, sheined.


    Seeing the scene of Ling Qingyu being suppressed, Tang Ziyi shook her head. She, who dered herself to be domineering became so submissive here. She must record the event as ck material to make fun of Ling Qingyu.


    She already foresaw what Ling Qingyu''s face would be like if she saw herself on the screen. That picture must be extremely satisfying; Tang Ziyi grinned wickedly.


    Of course, in the meantime, Athena conducted deep research, referring to her mother''s win-and-loss battle, and understood the definition of making love. She was immediately relieved the two people weren''t fighting and became more curious about the process


    Ling Qingyu, who wasbeled as an exhibitionist and her embarrassing moment recorded by Tang Ziyi, didn''t know her daughter''s thought was going in a crooked direction.


    If she knew her daughter had uploaded and disyed everything to her confidantes, she would vomit out blood and have myocardial infarction at a young age. Ling Qingyu would definitely cuss at her daughter''s care and worry about being filial toward her mother.


    What a filial daughter.


    Inside the Bentley, the air became hotter by the minute. The time seemed to stand still as the kiss lingered. Only gasps, melodic moans, slurping and rustling of clothes filled the interior and staged a romantic mood.


    Ling Qingyu had both of her arms restrained above her head by Yang Qingyue''s arm while she could only respond to Yang Qingyue''s intricate steps. The strength she fought and spar against Tang Ziyi seemed to be of no use here.


    Yang Qingyue moved away the fork underneath the gown, disying the sumptuous looming whites to her explicitly. Her free hand caressed the smooth inner thighs, slowly crawling upward as she rubbed back and forth.


    The sudden warm touch below caused Ling Qingyu to straighten her legs, unconsciously trying to fling away Yang Qingyue on top of her despite failing several times. Cold air from the interior''s air conditioner brushed over her lower body and entered her important part.


    Thebination of sudden chill and getting used to Yang Qingyue''s stimtion over a period of time brought Ling Qingyu''s mind to rity.


    She gained the ability to think again, reying the event while she fought back with her lips.


    Damn, why was this policewoman more experience than hers? She was being utterly suppressed much to her dismay, especially her first kiss.


    Yang Qingyue was an expert! Even now, noticing her situation and position of being restrained and thoroughly yed around, Ling Qingyu could only immediately turn her face to the side and mumbled so that she had a break.


    "Why are you more experienced than me? Who''s it?!"

 Chapter 263: Womans intuition is the scariest

    "Why are you more experienced than me? Who''s it?!"


    Ling Qingyu''s words paused Yang Qingyue''s action. A certain police chief was stunned by her question.


    "What do you mean?" Yang Qingyue asked, taking in deep breath.


    Ling Qingyu gasped and rolled her eyes. "Why do you know more about kissing than me? And look at my situation."


    Yang Qingyue now understood Ling Qingyu''s meaning and curled her lips. Ling Qingyu was really dissatisfied with the dynamics, particrly as a lower position.


    Continuing her movement, Yang Qingyue decided to release her restraint above Ling Qingyu''s head and bit her ears. Ling Qingyu instantly went cloud nine and hugged Yang Qingyue, who didn''t stop her hand, stretching into the inner thighs. The other hand rubbed on the chest.


    "Well, I taught myself when I was young. As a girl, who hadn''t try to feel what''s it like?" Yang Qingyue murmured in response.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t know how to answer but she thought something was weird with Yang Qingyue''s reply. "How do you do that? Hmm¡­" She moaned after feeling Yang Qingyue''s hand over her flower.


    "You can teach yourself on the inte." Yang Qingyue replied with a shrug.


    "Really?" Ling Qingyu doubted. "But, why not me? I have watched so many artistic and action movies. Now, I''m helpless against yours."


    Ling Qingyu blushed again but the change wasn''t obvious as her skin already reddened, heat releasing through her pores in excitement.


    "Oh?" Yang Qingyue smirked. "So, you''re such a naughty girl. Who would have thought our goddess has such a side?"


    "Don''t talk." Ling Qingyu blushed and raised her head to seal Yang Qingyue''s mouth with a kiss. Her manly heart had gone elsewhere. Anyway, it felt so good. She regretted her virgin past life. "I also never expect our police chief is a rogue."


    "To each other, to each other." Yang Qingyue said. "But you really hurt my teeth though."


    Ling Qingyu was embarrassed when she heard theint. "Hmph. This shows I''m a reserved girl. You just took benefits."


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    "Reserved my foot." Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes, stroked Ling Qingyu''s chin, and stared into her eyes, muttering. "Our clumsy goddess is so cute."


    "Okay, stop changing topics. Who''s it that taste you before me?" Ling Qingyu was relentless.


    "Does it matter?" Yang Qingyue sighed and asked.


    "Otherwise, you should be in the same situation as mine. Clumsy and jerky, not smooth and leading."


    "I''m a natural-born talent." Yang Qingyue replied. Ling Qingyu had topliment her shamelessness. She felt like she had matched her opponent, more narcissistic than hers.


    Yang Qingyue added: "In the end, you''re just not happy because you lost to me. Yep, our domineering president can''t bear a defeat."


    "Alright, I''m¡­ never mind." Ling Qingyu gave up. "But seriously, I must know, is it a girl or a boy?"


    "A boy." Yang Qingyue''s words stunned Ling Qingyu. "Why do you care?"


    "If it''s a girl, I''ll take her into my arms. If it''s a boy, I''m thinking of my options: under the sewage or burying him in the cement or throwing him into a shark pool. Ouch!" Ling Qingyu thought seriously and replied.


    Although she knew Ling Qingyu was merely talking, Yang Qingyue''s lips twitched. In front of the police chief, Ling Qingyu had time to n a crime. Shaking her head helplessly, she bit Ling Qingyu''s tongue to distract her and indulged in the rare moment.


    During the kisses, Ling Qingyu didn''t forget to stutter. "Hmmm¡­I''m very angry¡­En.. I have to who that man is and teach him a lesson¡­Hmmm¡­En¡­that you''re my woman."


    Yang Qingyue became speechless. "Who''s your woman? I haven''t agreed yet." But the two didn''t stop.


    While the two were deep in the violent performances, a loud wail froze their actions. Both stared at each other at a loss and regained theirposure.


    It was a yelp, behind the Bentley. Yang Qingyue saw blue and red siren lights, flickering through the rear window and clicked her tongue.


    She hopped back to her seat reluctantly, fixing her dress and Ling Qingyu repositioned her couch to afortable driving position, not forgetting to remove the wrinkles.


    Opening the mirror above, Ling Qingyu studied her reflection quickly and patted her forehead. Quickly fixing away her hair, she rubbed several red lip prints on her face.


    Everything was done quickly within a few seconds. Ling Qingyu watched from the side mirror as the police patrol car slowed down and aligned her Bentley on the left.


    She rolled down her window. When she looked at the car carefully, she didn''t want to talk again.


    The police car was a Toyota Forester, an SUV. Who else but her guards drove it?


    Two women who had already removed their helmets, nced in Ling Qingyu''s direction and eximed "Ah! President Ling, I didn''t expect the car to be yours?"


    "You didn''t remember the te?" Ling Qingyu asked in a strange mood.


    "Because we''re rushing back, I didn''t have time to read carefully and I saw a strange vehicle parked in the middle of nowhere and movement inside, so our sisters decided to check out." The female guard exined and noticed Yang Qingyue on the side too. "Oh, Chief Yang is here too. Apology for disturbing."


    Yang Qingyue waved away. She didn''t mind, despite the need to quench her thirst. Ling Qingyu''s subordinates'' behavior proved they cared about the police work more than her subordinates, even though they weren''t paid by her.


    She was relieved they were serious about upholding security. The two guards were also in a state of embarrassment.


    Though Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue replied they didn''t mind, both expressions showed their displeasure at being interrupted of something good. Despite their suspicion of the messes on the dresses of Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue, they didn''t ask for more.


    The two female guards exchanged nces, cussing at one another foring up with a decision to check the Bentley.


    One could imagine the mood of the two, happily serving as the police and realizingter they offended the boss somehow and felt weak. Not one but two!


    Afterward, the Forester dashed away, as if fearing continuing to stay beside Ling Qingyu would suffer consequences. Yang Qingyue chuckled at their cute behaviors.


    Shaking her head, Ling Qingyuforted herself, remembering the two''s face,s and decided to ask Tang Ziyi for more training. Fortunately, no one saw several lipsticks stuck on her face under the darkness, but their eyes still reminded Ling Qingyu, they might still have a suspicion. In order to clear up and let them forget about her, Ling Qingyu made more ns for her two eager guards.


    The two guards sneezed and warily chuckled. They could already foresee theing days would be harder.


    Turning her head to Yang Qingyue, Ling Qingyu twirled her tongue and asked. "Shall we continue?"


    "Continue my ass. Let''s go back to your manor quick. I''m hungry." Yang Qingyue struck Ling Qingyu''s arm with her palm.


    Helpless her emotion could no longer be vented, Ling Qingyu drove the Bentley on the road again.


    Perhaps noticing her reaction, Yang Qingyue giggled. "What you''re not satisfied with tonight''s progress?"


    "It''s too slow." Ling Qingyu whined.


    "Too slow? You''re just too greedy. Let''s take it step by step." Yang Qingyue shook her head. Now that she was no longer emotional, her sane mind told herself to take a slow pace.


    "How about another match after dinner?" Ling Qingyu asked hopefully.


    "Nope." Yang Qingyue crushed the possibility without mercy. Only now, Ling Qingyu remembered her car''s autonomous driving ability. She was too stupid to park instead of carrying on the journey. She could make out with Yang Qingyue without any interruption by then.


    In order to lift Ling Qingyu''s mood, Yang Qingyue changed the topic. She narrated the story with her ex-boyfriend.


    Indeed, Ling Qingyu''s focus was now on the man, who touched her woman. Yang Qingyue was a police flower in the academy and as always many men proposed to her.


    She, like most teenagers, wanted to try out and chose a simple guy, who was also a police cadet. In addition to her reason for the separation, the other cause was due to the men who fancied her.


    Yang Qingyue''s family was powerful and there were naturally many suitors but she never liked boys from those aristocratic and political families. All shared the same roots: arrogance, objectifying her, wantonly relying on their background, no consideration for ordinary people, and no boundary of ethics and morals.


    Because of their aggression against her ex-boyfriend, the two soon separated. Under threats and pressure, not excluding benefits¡ªcarrots and cane, no matter how Yang Qingyue affirmed to not mind, it was a naught. Frankly, she didn''t like him too much and felt nothing until she decided to move away from the hands of those rogues and met Ling Qingyu.


    Speaking of her past, her worry appeared again and she expressed her opinion. Hearing Yang Qingyue''s words, Ling Qingyu smiled andforted. "Sister Yang, no need to worry. It''s not me but them, who''s in danger. If the aggressor are their parents or grandparents, I might have trouble, but a little immature second and third generation. Wish them luck.


    As for your family''s views on same sex, believe me, I''ll find a way."


    Yang Qingyue told herself. Indeed, she was worried for Ling Qingyu too much, forgetting her ability. She must fear her family offending Ling Qingyu, not the other way around.


    "Well, I spoke about my ex. What''s your thought on Sister Zhao?" Yang Qingyue asked with amusement.


    "Ahem." Ling Qingyu coughed uncontrobly in a guilty conscience. Should shein the woman''s intuitions were so urate? Gulping, Ling Qingyu searched for words to rescue her situation.

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    Ling Qingyu wiped off the imaginary cold sweat dripping above her forehead. Although Yang Qingyue asked in a teasing tone, she dared not take it lightly.


    Her reply determined her future love life. Before she came up with a good answer, she must dy as much as possible.


    "What''s wrong with Sister Zhao? She''s my secretary and a close confidante." Ling Qingyu pretended not to know. "She is my greatest help and my big sister too. Without her, I might not be where I am."


    Yang Qingyue folded her arms. "I''m just asking your thoughts about her. Why do you blurt out so many things, huh?"


    Ling Qingyu cleared her throat in a guilty conscience. "Ah! So, what do you want to know?"


    "You know what I want to know." Yang Qingyue replied, her eyes narrowed.


    Could you please stop looking at me like this, the baby is getting scared. Ling Qingyumented bitterly.


    "Okay, she''s a good elder sister. She''ll take care of me and my family if something happens like when I was in an ident." Ling Qingyu replied. "I trust her very much. Now, I''m even thinking of handing over mypany while I venture outward."


    Sure enough, Yang Qingyue''s attention changed. "She''s taking over? What''s your n, then?"


    "Secret." Ling Qingyu put her index finger in front of her lips.


    Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes. "I also trust her but not you."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes almost popped out of their sockets. "Why? What do you mean?"


    "Alright, I don''t bother to exin. It''s whatever the mess you''re thinking." Yang Qingyue snorted.


    Ling Qingyu quickly sought other topics. Otherwise, it was a matter of time before things got messier and messier. "Oh, you''re getting jealous, I see." She spoke as if a sudden hint dawned on her.


    Yang Qingyue sighed at her despicable behavior. How could she not notice the way Ling Qingyu glimpsed at Secretary Zhao asionally? Although it was just a glimpse, when Yang Qingyue''s observation was closely on her behavior, some things were revealed.


    The rtionship between the two currently was in the heated stage, especially after cuddling inside the Bentley. The passionate kisses and near-sexual acts boosted their connection further.


    But was it love? No, it was more of an intimacy and near-reaching bedmates. Even though Yang Qingyue felt dissatisfied with Ling Qingyu, she had no rights yet.


    Perhaps, Ling Qingyu noticed dissatisfaction exuding from the police chief, so she immediately swore. "I can testify she and I are clean. There''s nothing between us."


    Yet, she said it in her heart. Yang Qingyue''s face got better, though she knew there were loopholes in Ling Qingyu''s words.


    Enough was enough. So long as she got Ling Qingyu''s promise. She didn''t believe she couldn''t cure Ling Qingyu after the two got closer than before.


    "I know you''re very clean. Didn''t your kisses bringing me pain say everything? No experience! Don''t worry, I like you more and more because of it." Yang Qingyue mocked in a teasing tone.


    "Damn." Ling Qingyu became mute. "I promise you won''t even be able to walkter on."


    "But I''m certain, you won''t be able to walk out after my hand dancepletely on your whole body." Yang Qingyue said.


    Despite helplessness against Yang Qingyue''s tease, Ling Qingyu was relieved to see, she was out of trouble. Phew!


    Yang Qingyue was right about one thing, Ling Qingyu was angry about. During the two''s sessions, her numb and slumped action almost made her curse Miss System.


    She was definitely sure, her physique upgrade brought out by the System also heightened her sensory cells. Just one poke and she was defeated. She decided to wash away the shameful memory.


    "Alright, let''s talk about the serious discussion we had in the auction. You said you want to obtain 3 of our armored trucks¡ªMRAP?" Ling Qingyu diverted the topic.


    Yang Qingyue tapped her chin. "Yes, don''t worry. It''s not free but you have to give me a friendly price."


    "Even if you don''t speak, I won''t take a single cent from you." Ling Qingyu muttered.


    "You''re not taking any, Okay. These are government funding, not mine. You''re making a loss, young girl."


    "What, young girl?" Ling Qingyu refuted this strongly. "I''m older than you. You must call me elder sister."


    "Not till you can overturn me on the bed." Yang Qingyue''s strike hit her hard. Ling Qingyu was speechless again. She had just transferred her embarrassing moment and it became a loop.


    "Fine. Fine. A friendly price." Ling Qingyu relented.


    "Actually, it''s for your own good. Once your deeds of donation ur repeatedly because of my existence, the above would exploit you and reduce the necessary funding. A proper transaction is the key here." Yang Qingyue exined.


    In fact, even without Yang Qingyue''s detailed exnation, Ling Qingyu had long understood. She didn''t mind a few millions or billions with her savings and Athena''s regr earnings. Plus, she was alsopleting System''s merit tasks.


    However, since Yang Qingyue expressed so, it was better for Ling Qingyu to oblige. "Well, in that case, if you need anything regarding equipment¡ªsoftware and hardware¡ªyou let me know." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Anything?" Yang Qingyue was dubious.


    "Anything." Ling Qingyu said.


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    "Make me a system of drones to monitor the whole system."


    "Easy. I''ll have several small quadrocoptersbined with an aerial overhead flight of small unmanned aircraft to form a surveincework. Check your email tomorrow to see the n and feasibility." Ling Qingyu said with a shrug. "If you think, it''s possible, within a few days, you''ll have a new monitoring systembined with the previous CCTVwork."


    "You''re serious? You''re really not joking." This time was Yang Qingyue''s turn to be shocked. "The program and the system consisted were tooplicated that even the national scientists hadn''t found a way."


    "I''m indeed serious. You underestimate me too much. As someone who can produce armored vehicles, the manufacturing capability has been proven. The little drones and the system to ensure their autonomous path doesn''t cost a sweat." Ling Qingyu patted her chest as she boasted.


    For a moment, Yang Qingyue''s eyes focused on the turbulent waves and surging tides before she heard what Ling Qingyu said. "Alright, I''ll be waiting for your development."


    Yang Qingyue sounded suspicious and Ling Qingyu didn''t mind. The world''s innovative path to autonomous systems and AI development met several setbacks. It was one of the reasons why Yang Qingyue doubted Ling Qingyu''s words.


    Nheless, she didn''t want to pour cold water over Ling Qingyu, someone she warmed up with and waited for the next time to givefort.


    "Don''t worry, you won''t be disappointed." Ling Qingyu affirmed and Yang Qingyue could only nod. "Speaking of my armored vehicles, won''t the above have the attention on me?"


    "Nope, I asked my mother for help. Although it can''t cover you for long, you won''t be on their radar anytime soon." Yang Qingyue replied.


    "Actually, a new automotivepany venture is in my n. Very soon, we''ll be producingmercial cars and trucks, including military vehicles and much more. You should know after driving around."


    "You''re even stepping into heavy industries." Yang Qingyue became more worried but she had anticipated this move from Ling Qingyu since the day, she received a limousine package.


    Honestly, Yang Qingyue liked driving it (Hongqi S9+), much better than those luxurious brands like BMW and Mercedez. The original version of Ling Qingyu past life wouldn''t score high but Tang Ziyi''s and Athena''s involvement solved every defect. The onlypetitor might be Rolls-Royce, but the cleverer autonomous driving system and modified armor crushed other opponents.


    "I know what you mean. I''ll handle the business war. You just need to test out the product and give me full trust." Ling Qingyu expressed understanding.


    Any heavy industries had close ties with big officials in the capital. For Ling Qingyu to venture in increasedpetitiveness. If her product were so-so, she would be fine. However, Yang Qingyue knew a mere MRAP had suppressed everyone''s, what about others?


    Once Ling Qingyu''s product went into the market, the opponents would fiercely attack her like never seen before. But since Ling Qingyu had confidence, Yang Qingyue didn''t think too much.


    Should things go south, she was fairly certain to protect Ling Qingyu from harm, although she might not be able to help in thepetition. To be frank, she was also bing to be frightened at Ling Qingyu''s approaches.


    The tentacles had spread more and it seemed it wasn''t enough. Not long ago, she thought Ling Qingyu was into food and agriculture after seeing her desire to takeover noodlespany.


    Now, Ling Qingyu had shown interest in heavy industries. Plus, the drone''s n, which Yang Qingyue didn''t expect much.


    How many still remained hidden in her n? Fortunately, Ling Qingyu was still a mortal and hadn''t reached into electronics, including chips technology.


    Ling Qingyu was indeed a mortal but her daughter wasn''t. Athena, existence of a higher civilization, staying on Earth, could overwhelm every sector.


    If Ling Qingyu heard Yang Qingyue''s relief, she would mock back. It wasn''t that Athena couldn''t produce a chip but the repercussion Ling Qingyu must fend off that dissuaded her from venturing into this industry.


    The return journey was long and the two conversed for a long time. Of course, Ling Qingyu didn''t forget to grasp Yang Qingyue''s palm again. This time, instead of baffled weirdness, the two shared a sweeter and heartwarming moment.


    Little by little, Ling Qingyu diverged some of her ns, amazing Yang Qingyue to speechlessness. The reason, why Ling Qingyu unveiled most of them was to seek friendship and allies.


    Yang Qingyue was a suitable candidate for Ling Qingyu in the political arena. Based on Yang Qingyue''s description, her mother''s position wasn''t low. Showing her sincerity, Ling Qingyu intended to get closer and return some benefits. Not to mention, Yang Qingyue would be her woman soon.


    Although Ling Qingyu always spoke out of meritocracy, if her rtives and friends were capable why should she share water with outsiders? The only strong boundary was the person responsible must have sufficient talents and connections.


    What was more, if a certain outsider gained a position and spread their influence, that became another hidden danger for Ling Qingyu, particrly faction disputes.


    Nepotism and meritocracy had both advantages and disadvantages but the middle groundpromising both ideologies was the practice Ling Qingyu chose in her business. Talent and skills first, then preference over close ones, andter consider outsiders.


    When the two arrived at the destination, Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue fixed their appearance and were weed by her mother. Amorette knew her daughter brought very few people to her house.


    Bringing them showed the closeness and Amorette entertained Yang Qingyue energetically, dragging her along, even disying Ling Qingyu''s cute childhood.


    Ling Qingyu was helpless against her mother''s move. Luckily, knowing the two were already hungry and hadn''t had dinner, probably due to Tang Ziyi''s party, Amorette quickly led the two to the table.


    She found Tang Ziyi''s group feasting. As soon as she entered, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yueid smiling nces, making her suspicious of life.


    When these two disyed a simr smile, someone was about to be unlucky. Their eyes disyed hidden cunningness, blowing cold wind over her spine. Why did she feel that in theing days, she would be miserable under the two hands?


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 Chapter 265: A week later

    Not long after Cai Ning also arrived and joined the meal. While Amorette kept talking with Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning, whom she met for the first time.


    After knowing the two were high-ranking officials in the police force at such a young age, she was amazed andplimented more.


    She even wondered what she was doing in her youth, wasting time, while the two young women and her daughter had pursued their careers to the peak.


    Hmm, it appeared she was more sessful in love and gave birth to Ling Qingyu, although she married a scum, who betrayed her deep longing and emotion.


    She gave everything to him, but he couldn''t. She didn''t expect the same from him but wanted at least the only sanctuary guarantee.


    Amorette recollected herself and happily urged the girls to eat more and not to pay attention to her presence. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning replied awkwardly, facing the enthusiastic elder.


    Fortunately, there were other peers, who came into the conversation. Ling Yunxiang and Zhao Xiurong brought Amorette''s attention away.


    On the other hand, under the piercing gazes of Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, Ling Qingyu, who sat beside Yang Qingyue, felt like needles and pins under her butt.


    She coughed dryly and focused her head down on the dish whileining inside¡ªwhy she feel they already knew her deeds?


    She had no idea, her daughter had betrayed her acts. In fact, even without Athena''s involvement, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue could determine what Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue did based on the hours spent on the road.


    If Ling Qingyu knew, she would burst out in frustration for the unfairness. She swore, she hadn''t reached the satisfaction yet at all. And the mostining factor was her guards who interrupted her good session.


    After dinner, when Yang Qingyue decided to leave, Amorette asked the two policewomen to stay for the night. Ling Qingyu shed her mom, a thumbs-up in her heart.


    Mom became her best assistant. Ling Qingyu already pictured scenes unsuitable for children inside her mind.


    Unfortunately, although Yang Qingyue was d to spend time withpanions, who didn''t care about her identity, she and Cai Ning still had some work to do in her apartment.


    Not to mention, she knew what Ling Qingyu was thinking inside; so, the two politely refused. Ling Qingyu turned her head to Yang Qingyue and expressed a drooping smile.


    Rolling her eyes, Yang Qingyue was firm in her decision. She must take control of the rtionship pace. Tonight was like speeding on the racing cars. Too fast.


    People tend to ignore the things they easily obtain. Likewise, in a rtionship, she must raise her preciousness.


    If Ling Qingyu heard Yang Qingyue''s inner monologue, she would vomit blood in desperation.


    Except for her initiation, throughout the entire process, Ling Qingyu seemed to be the one being taken advantage of, not Yang Qingyue. Her nose followed Yang Qingyue''s lead.


    And now a certain police chief behaved like she was a victim. Comparing the two, Ling Qingyu''s preciousness was higher.


    Nheless, when Ling Qingyu knew, Yang Qingyue had already decided, she sighed and asked her guards to escort the two back.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning expressed thanks and greeted Amorette. The two left soon under Ling Qingyu''s reluctant gaze.


    In Province N, it was better to be safe than sorry. Ling Qingyu understood for important personnel, going with escort became the norm. Her previous self was already a good exnation.


    Besides, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning made many enemies, who were itching to make a move, since they moved up thedder. Even though the car Ling Qingyu provided could guarantee their safety, the deterrence level wasn''t high.


    Adding Ling Qingyu''s subordinates with police vehicles solved the issues. Of course, the two policewomen knew their own affairs and didn''t refuse Ling Qingyu''s kindness.


    Watching the convoy taillight disappear, Ling Qingyu sighed in regret. She really hoped to spice things up between the two, tonight. Soon, she was hugged and dragged away by Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, under their HEHE''s faces.


    Ling Qingyu shivered, predicting her bad luck in theing days.


    Time shed fast. A week had passed by.


    Ling Qingyu felt pain in the ass. Yang Qingyue seemed to be avoiding on purpose. Except for the short phone callste at night, the two didn''t speak too much.


    Each busy with their work. Yang Qingyue, having brushed away her job for a long time to her childhood friend, must take things personally.


    On the other hand, Ling Qingyu''s ns were implemented one after another. During a short time frame, many things happened.


    First, the negotiation for the corporate takeover of the automobile or heavy-duty manufacturer, Hongqi, led by Zhao Xiurong had brought results. Ling Qingyu met with the CEO, and decided to ept his offer of letting him and the rest of the staff stayed as they were and bought thepany.


    Now, Hongqi had be Ling Qingyu''s belonging. Though the current factory manufactured only trucks and tractors, Ling Qingyu had asked for Athena''s help.


    The overhaul of the factory was underway, ording to the n from Athena and Tang Ziyi. Ling Qingyu asked the Hongqi CEO to reform and told her n formercial automakers of various types of vehicles. Her words and drawing of the big pie ted him and the staff.


    The datapiled by Athena and Tang Ziyi were sent out and archived in the Hongqipany''swork, where the software had been upgraded to another tier by Athena, a protection against any sort of infringements. It included several car designs and essential variables, including mass production ns for sedans, SUVs, wagons, and luxury versions.


    Tang Ziyi and Athena also helped enhance the original trucks'' and tractors'' design and even produced a newer version. Within a month, the factory could soon resume work ande out as a reputable automaker in the market.


    These moves quickly won over the entire Hongqi staff, raising Ling Qingyu''s prestige to another level. Ling Qingyu didn''t forget Athena to monitor finances and transactions in the factory, a move to spot any corruption.


    In fact, Tang Ziyi asked for a position in the factory, a free post without other''s interference. Her desire to innovate resonated strongly after seeing many heavy machinery.


    Ling Qingyu gave the green light. Anyway, Tang Ziyi was hers and wouldn''t let herpany suffer. Since she wanted to y, let her do what she wanted.


    Ling Qingyu couldn''t fathom the reasons and didn''t think much. She thought that the basement manufacturing capabilities were higher than the factory''s. Why was Tang Ziyi keen to work on-site?


    To sell cars on the market relied on mass production capacity. Tang Ziyi had always wanted to sell her military inventions like the MRAPs to the buyers. In order to pursue this goal, she needed toy out the mass production process and study first.


    Although she and Athena already knew the modern world''s system, Tang Ziyi believed she coulde up with a new system, increasing speed, efficiency, and quality like never seen before.


    What Tang Ziyi had in mind, it was impossible for Ling Qingyu to know. However, as a close confidante, Ling Qingyu''s intuition told her that Tang Ziyi might bring her many surprises.

 Chapter 266: During the week

    While the Hongqi worked well and revitalized itself under Ling Qingyu''s reforms and ns. The noodlespany, which was under police investigation and became frozen, also resumed business.


    Under the teamwork of Yang Qingyue and Ling Qingyu, the shareholders quickly sold their belongings as soon as the opportunity arose.


    Given the circumstances, there weren''t many buyers and Ling Qingyu''s offer, despite cutting prices, met their expectations.


    Soon, the entirepany was under her hand. Because Ling Qingyu wasn''t familiar with internal affairs other than management, public rtions, and finances, she asked for Wang Xiuying''s trio''s help.


    The three girls despite having little experience were extremely familiar from the bottom level to the top level. Although they had little ability in the executive position, Ling Qingyu still asked them to do the job.


    Under Zhao Xiurong''s teaching these few days, plus her personal guidance, Wang Xiuying''s trio studied everything like a rolling snowball, sucking in new experiences and lessons.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu remembered thepany was filled with holes and filths. She had requested the three girls to solve those issues by any means necessary. She wanted to see how the girls solved the issues and already provided the guards so that violent confrontations could be tackled.


    The girls didn''t disappoint her expectations. Within 3 days of their entry, and with the help ofw enforcement, which Ling Qingyu asked for, anyone doing illegal was arrested, especially themon perpetrators who exploited the workers, like forcing over the female staff.


    The tragedy that urred to Wang Xiuying wasn''t the first time theymitted crimes. There were also serious ones. If no one looked into it, it seemed normal. But once the police and Wang Xiuying looked deeper, they uncovered many missing people. Some might be trafficked while others might be beneath the ground.


    The case became so serious that Yang Qingyue took over, personally establishing a special task force for a serious crime investigation.


    Ling Qingyu had headaches, listening to Wang Xiuying''s reports. She didn''t anticipate such seriousness but luckily, the business continued as usual. Because the reputation already stunk, Ling Qingyu changed the name to Spirit Food Corporation.


    Although the business was as usual, consumer''s rate were still low but Ling Qingyu didn''t mind as long as thepany never made a loss.


    Ling Qingyu''s n was tobine the currentpany with other agriculture products under her hands in the future. So, for now, it didn''t matter even if thepany suffered a loss in revenue because her daily earnings could save them.


    Athena''s software and gaming enterprise had a peak in demand too. More and more gamers had given positive reviews and the yers'' number reached 1 million and the number was still increasing. There wasn''t a momentum to stop. It wouldn''t be long for a month before a hundred million.


    With Ling Qingyu''s suggestion, she brought out numerous methods to draw blood, oh no money, from the yers. Skin color, paint, and many more.


    She also reminded Athena that yers could y the game for a few missions but if they wanted to finish they must buy. This method also increased the ie for Athena, because every 90 gamers out of 100 chose to pay. The retention rate was satisfactory and Ling Qingyu wasn''t shocked.


    The level had surpassed any games she had yed in her past life. It was impossible to not even attract this number of gamers. For the MMORPG, Athena collected payment based on the gaming time. The free-roaming world was what many yers sought when ying RPG. Her game exactly suited their needs.


    Likewise, the phone system, Athena developed, had risen in download rate. Many consumers were satisfied and there wasn''t any worry should a bigger bug ur because they had already backup the system files.


    Athena had also written in the description, no other files would be affected by the instation of the new software.


    Given many benefits of the phone even if it only decreased the power consumption rate and smoothened the OS, people were extremely satisfied. The beta name didn''t dissuade more users and Athena already had newer versions alreadyid out, which would be gradually unveiled as time passed.


    Now, the focus was more on publicity and drawing advertisements from other softwarepanies. For now, Athena converted the Android and Apple products to apps suitable for her system and didn''t receive money.


    The future pie was unthinkable. Spirit Electronics had gained the attention of bigpanies but none had made a move.


    After all, the timeframe was too small to be deemed reliable and many watched to see if Spirit Electronics could remain strong. But the gaming sector had proven to be strong.


    While others were standing on the sidelines, some had even sent emails for future cooperation but Athena and Ling Qingyu found none of them feasible and decided to wait and see.


    When Athena''s Institute, games, and the system had an astounding sess, it would be the time for Ling Qingyu to make her y.


    Of course, Athena''s rising positive trend received jealousy and attacks from malicious parties. Hackers from various ces attacked with the intention to ckmail a new virtualpany.


    However, they were in dismay, severely taught a profound lesson by Athena to the point of doubting their own lives. Their failures intrigued other prominent hackers, both ethical and hical ones, attempting to test out Athena''s protective firewalls.


    In the case of stretching her limbs and fists, Athena weed the intruders. Her mother had prevented her from exercising too much in the inte world. Now that she had an opportunity she also yed along.


    Back and forth, Athena and the hackers attacked and defended. Naturally, Athena didn''t even utilize 0.1 percent of her strength; otherwise, the process would be boring.


    Surprisingly, Athena''s battles on the inte drew attention in the hackers'' world and Spirit Electronics entered the eyes of the public and a virtuous circle was formed.


    In fact, Athena, with Ling Qingyu''s permission, attacked mercilessly against the hical hackers, criminals freely roaming around in thework, helpless by the authorities, uncovering their identities and transferring them to the relevant authorities.


    During these times, many hackers were arrested and judged, while others had to work for the government under certain conditions.


    Although fair trials for the people who suffered didn''t happen most of the time, at least, many were under control.


    Athena''s name and Spirit Electronics had be an untouchable dragon reverse scale for the hackers.


    Luckily, even if they investigated, they couldn''t find the real owner except for the name, Athena. Many parties had a keen interest in an individual.


    Who was Athena? Was it a woman or a man? Where?


    The mystery increased Athena''s reputation. The inte world looked forward to what Athena would bring next.


    First, the games which met everyone''s expectations. Then, the mobile system software, with Athena''s brand name, increased trust for their privacy and security.


    Her attacks against many hackers without suffering losses, persuaded those who were worried about their privacy to install her product.


    Without the need for advertisement, Athena did her work perfectly. Even Ling Qingyu envied her cheap daughter''s ability.


    To be honest, she knew most of her daughter''sstrength wasn''t used at all. Ling Qingyu began to imagine what if Athena used her full potential.


    Maybe she wasn''t scared of her bing the future Sk. But the world still had fears over the AI losing control and taking over humanity.


    The truth was this world wasn''t ready for Athena''s existence yet. Perhaps, only after a couple of centuries, would they learn to ept and integrate. Or, if Ling Qingyu started another industrial-like revolution, the process would be faster.


    These were too far for the moment. Ling Qingyu would slowly experience her daughter''s full potential by herself first before releasing to the world.


    Who knew in the future, products like VR depicted in the movies would be a reality under Athena''s hand.

 Chapter 267: During one week [2]

    Ling Qingyu was relieved to let Athena freely manipte the Spirit Electronics corporation after seeing the results. She almost forgot AI was also a fast learner, much quicker than hers to adapt.


    Fan Xi also visited her manor and agreed to her proposal. A great news for Ling Qingyu and her sister. The two registered the mediapany ''Phoenix'' and Ling Qingyu invested more than 3 billion yuan.


    She also trusted Fan Xi''s meticulousness and happily became a shopkeeper. At the same time, Fan Xi promised toe asionally to mentor Ling Yunxiang, who was jumping around in joy, learning new things from the idol she admired.


    What surprised Ling Qingyu the most was her mother, aunt and Zhao Xiurong''s mother were delighted to see Fan Xi and pestered around.


    Thinking of the elders'' enthusiasm, Ling Qingyu had a headache and apologized. Fan Xi didn''t mind. She was d she still had elderly fans.


    She signed autographs and took photos for them. Ling Qingyu''s guards and maids also were eager but they never came forward, paying attention to the work ethics.


    Ling Qingyu hadn''t nodded to express affirmation, Fan Xi gave them a chance. The girls looked at Ling Qingyu with cute eyes, making her feel guilty if she refused on the spot.


    Stared at by arge group, she didn''t want to be the public enemy in her own manor and gave them the green light.


    The whole manor became messy with Fan Xi''s entry. Ling Qingyu nudged her forehead andmented Fan Xi seemed more famous than hers.


    Actually, Fan Xi was thinking the same and was interested in Ling Qingyu, who was definitely not her fan, after several deductions. The people around seemed to know her well and Fan Xi suspected if not for the auction event, Ling Qingyu might not be aware of her name.


    At the same time, Ling Qingyu''s unfamiliarity with her enlightened Fan Xi, sublimating her already strengthened psychology.


    Ling Qingyu read the paper, written by Fan Xi, on her different approaches. She fixed some of itpletely and modified some, where needed. Asking Fan Xi to read again the paper she already made an input, Ling Qingyu was satisfied with letting Fan Xi lead the media enterprise.


    Apart fromcking some skills in administration and nning, Ling Qingyu found no ws in Fan Xi''s work. The weakness could be easily solved by Ling Qingyu guiding Fan Xi carefully.


    The most important requirements didn''t take long before Fan Xi aplished them. The connections which she gained throughout her career facilitated Fan Xi.


    On her calls, many acquaintances responded, promising cooperation. Currently, because there weren''t other artists, except Ling Yunxiang and Fan Xi, thepany was a bit stuck.


    Yes, Ling Yunxiang had already canceled her previous contract without a problem. Thepany didn''t even ask forpensation, too happy to send the unlucky one away.


    After all, Ling Yunxiang''s backer and her enemies trying to ruin her reputation weren''t simple. The most effective way to solve this was to send away the demon, messing around in their backyard.


    Comforting Fan Xi, Ling Qingyu stated scripts weren''t a problem because of her confidence in Athena''sposition ability. She had seen the campaign during the gamey full of vivid plots and emotions.


    Athena could easily create an animation with numerous plots, more efficiently than the scriptwriters and directors. Plus, there wasn''t any need to request help for special effects.


    If Athenapeted in the world for best special effects, the champion solely belonged to her just like drinking wine during a vacation.


    With Ling Qingyu''s assurance, Fan Xi sought other staff members such as cameramen, lighting and agents¡­etc.


    As for artists like singers and actors/actresses, with Fan Xi''s charisma, it was only a matter of time, once she had a solid script and a team. It didn''t matter if no one came, because Fan Xi and Ling Yunxiang could personally act for the time being before growing from a small egg to a behemoth.


    Rted to entertainment news, something outrageous urred in Country K neighbored Country C. Ling Qingyu read the headlines while she sifted through financial news and was interested in the stories.


    The scandal was the divorce between the bodyguard and the Samsung princess. The world-famous electronics brand ''Samsung'' had reached the level of a multi-industry corporation many businesspeople desired to reach.


    Though the consortium was mixed with goods and bads, Ling Qingyu admired the name. She also wished Spirit to be a simr existence or more powerful than it.


    As she read into details, Ling Qingyu almost vomited in disgust. Outrageous. Too outrageous and an eye-opener for Ling Qingyu. She learned an extremely profound lesson.


    The Samsung princess married her own personal bodyguard, which really resembled her scenario. If she didn''t reject Lin Fan, the same thing would happen.


    The bodyguard, perhaps out of jealousy or worried about his status in the family or to prove his strength,mitted domestic violence on his wife during her pregnancy, despite the two being happily together in the initial stage. And what made Ling Qingyu grit her teeth was this man even found other women.


    What she read more nearly cracked her mental tolerance because the man demanded more than 7 billion USD aspensation.


    Many always thought women were always looking to cut away money from their husbands. Now, this overturned her views. Maybe, it was the people themselves, having the problem.


    The woman was indeed a sessful businesswoman but her choice for her lifelong partner seemed miserable.


    Maybe it was the childhood growth that made her choose this bodyguard. Her own worth surpassed Ling Qingyu by arge margin. Only because of her gender, she wasn''t able to inherit the Samsung Group. Naturally, the event happened 6 years ago and was publicly revealed and spread around only now.


    Apart from sympathizing with the princess, Ling Qingyu had no other feelings because she believed this woman would only be stronger.


    Nevertheless, there was one point which narrowed her eyes, exuding chillness. The husband was also involved in the 30+ men, forcing sexually over the actress, whomitted suicide in herte twenties.


    Asking Athena for further research, what Ling Qingyu found raised her anger to another extreme. The poor actress was really coerced to perform sex with various powerful men under thepany''s order, with the contract deed, held firmly by the sheer amount of liquidated damage.


    There were days when she was shared and thrown around among 5 men or more. When she refused, she was beaten and taught lessons. Any slightest disobedience from her was crushed to the point of despair set in her mind. Samsung princess''s husband''s participation seemed only once but he was on the list written by her before shemitted suicide.


    What was said in the suicide note unveiled the tragedy, this actress experienced. Even today, nothing was really done, justice for her and these evil scums lived happily without remorse and consequences. Sometimes, Ling Qingyuughed at the religious leaders'' sermons¡ªwhere was the so-called karma here?


    Her frustration added to her bad mood but she was powerless to change the situation, which happened in the past. As for bringing justice to the actress, only Athena was capable.


    Even then with protection from the officials included, they might only suffer a few years in prison. What made matters worse was that after more than 15 years if Ling Qingyu remembered correctly, this Country K''sw protected the criminals, who could no longer be pressed charges.


    Based on the time of this actress''s death, the constitution already prevented any judicial move. Well, for Ling Qingyu, it didn''t matter if it would work, she still asked Athena to search for the hidden disgusting files and uncover them to the public.


    She had remembered the name lists and sent these men to death in her mind. Maybe after Athena''s further investigation, more men would add up the list and the result remained the same. Let them know the meaning of social punishment. Once the poor united even the rich dared not oppose.


    People forgot the power of the powerless and minded their own business. Ling Qingyu wondered if people were always nosy, would exploitation from the bigger ss disappear? It was a question worth thinking deeper.


    Shaking her head, Ling Qingyu heard about more suicide cases among the artists from this country since her past life and this life hadn''t changed. She thought it was probably attributed to depression but now the coincident of depression could no longer exin the trend.


    The entertainment water was way messier and more uneptable for human beings than she expected.


    Even if Ling Qingyu created her own like the one with Fan Xi, how many could she solve? There would still be many people, for their dreams to be popr, risking everything, without knowing the fate of worse than death.


    Where there was a problem, there would always be a way. Ling Qingyu believed solutions existed but they cost money, energy and time and required her to think outside of the box.


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 Chapter 268: Training

    While during the week, Ling Qingyu received good news, she also had tension and stress, worried about her employees, after being threatened by Hu gang leader at the auction.


    She had requested Athena to utilize herputing power to monitor every one of her employee at all time.


    Through CCTVs, their mobile phones, and preliminary surveince of anyonemunicating with the technology which could threaten her subordinates, Athena was given the green light.


    This meant hacking was allowed. Athena even sent her kisses in joy when she heard Ling Qingyu''s release of restriction.


    In addition, she ordered her guards to patrol around the area where her employees resided more often and the path they usually took.


    The policebel on their patrol vehicles, especially the color ck, representing a special police unit, would dissuade malicious parties.


    Fully equipped guards and help from Athena''s intelligencework formed a tightwork of monitoring Ling Qingyu''s subordinates.


    Not one was missing in the system. Athena''sputing power merely increased by another 0.01 percent. The Celestial supeputer''s reputation wasn''t for nothing.


    Of course, even if Athena''s monitoring area extended to the entire country, the workload remained the same. If monitoring the entire globe, an additional 0.08 percent would be required.


    In any case, Athena''s power proved that all thebined workload didn''t even surmount 1 percent of her potential.


    Perhaps, Ling Qingyu''s guards'' show of force brought good results or her enemy was waiting for her vignce to drop, but nothing happened during this week.


    Naturally, her guards'' heightened tension rxed and became g. Ling Qingyu didn''t me them. Nobody could keep up the high-intensity pressure for a long time. Repeated temporary breaks were necessary.


    Not to mention, Athena didn''t cost the slightest energy, serving as an early scout. Although Athena''s real identity was hidden, her codename¡ªATHENA¡ªhad spread around the guards, serving as their assistant.


    Any suspicious activities were alerted by her daughter. In theing future, Athena''s integration of AI with personnel would form a new powerful system, adopted by many.


    Even Yang Qingyue who knew about the formation, immediately expressed her admiration.


    Hu gang leaders had achieved their goal of intimidating Ling Qingyu, no matter the oues. Whether his threat was real, time would tell.


    Once the central government''s attention went elsewhere, Ling Qingyu would strike these gangs, cutting the roots out of the hidden soil one after another.


    She preferred preemptive attack rather than defending against their moves. With Athena''s proven ability, Ling Qingyu believed finding the criminals was easy.


    So many details needed to be discussed with Yang Qingyue, her love, to ensure her action became legitimate, without leaving any handles for her opponents in the future.


    Early in the morning, Ling Qingyu''s private residential area possessed a new vigor. Tires screeches dragged on the asphalt surface as several cars sped around on the open field around the residence.


    From above, various types of vehicles moved along in convoy, maneuvering around the red cones, till the cars tilted at an extreme angle, without the tires off the ground.


    The guards were training the vehicles'' advanced tactics, used by high-ss bodyguards. Tang Ziyi had shown them numerous vehicle techniques and allowed the guards to practice under her watch first.


    Now, even without her supervision, the guards practiced on their own in joy, having studied a lot from Tang Ziyi.


    From J turn, PIT maneuver¡ªPursuit Intervention Tactics, TPAC¡ª Tactical Pursuit And Containment to many tiny details.


    As the guards were now serving as SWAT units part-time, they now must know how to initiate pursuit and arrest maneuvers.


    Perhaps amongst several types of training, headed by Instructor Tang, driving drills were the most exhrating for the guards.


    Of course, their actions brought an audience such as the maids and servants inside the manor, who would observe the guards'' actions in joy.


    The elders, on the other hand, spent their time, drinking tea and discussing topics rted to their own world. The noise from the special driving training, didn''t bring any nuisance, since the ce was quite far away.


    Because Su Ruomei''s new recruitment had taken in additional units, she and Jiang Yu were busy allocating the units into several groups.


    The new ones were undergoing training nonstop. Each day they specialized in firearms training, obstacle course training, and sparring in addition to daily physical gym sessions.


    The old veterans liked such a life where they had no worries about ie and food and solely indulged in the training. The new ones were a bit ufortable but after several days passed, they were used to the intensity.


    Of course, Tang Ziyi never let them reach extremity. Trainings were strict under her supervision, not allowing the guards to damage their bodies.


    There wasn''t a need to stress out the body to the breaking point where repetition could reach the same goals. Instead of going for 20 reps in 3 sets, she preferred 10 reps in 6 sets.


    In the underground secret realm.


    Bang! Bang! Bang!


    Loud ps from the firearm training rang inside the shooting range. Smoke slowly crawled away from the muzzle as it was retracted close to the chest.


    The one who fired three shots at a target belonged to Ling Qingyu''s figure. She wore a ck T-shirt and pants, afy design suited for any activities.


    Equipped with ears and eye protection devices, Ling Qingyu''s expression was gleeful and enthusiastic in contrast to most girls'' reaction of being pale and wary.


    "Whew!"Ling Qingyu whistled after trying out the first three shots and looked at Tang Ziyi beside her.


    "I told you to fire one shot after another, slowly. Why are you in a hurry? Gradually, we''ll move on." Tang Ziyi, with the same outfit and equipment, her hands over her waist, drooped her head and sighed. "Now, listen to my instruction or I''ll ban you from even touching the guns."


    Knowing Tang Ziyi was serious, Ling Qingyu yfully showed her tongue. She followed Tang Ziyi''s guidance and immediately knew how to aim and squeeze the trigger.


    Firearm safety and theories had been studied since yesterday. Ling Qingyu cherished the rare opportunity to touch the gun.


    She had been pestering around Tang Ziyi for actions and was rejected. Tang Ziyi pressed hard to train in martial arts and improve her physiques. Ling Qingyu had been a quick learner, absorbing bits of knowledge of different techniques and fighting schools like a sponge.


    Every time Tang Ziyi showed an example, she followed with minimal mistakes. After the correction pointed out by Tang Ziyi, Ling Qingyu''s movement became perfect to the point where she was able to analyze her own moves.


    The onlyck in her martial arts training was repetition so that her moves became instinctive. In a real fight, a tenth of a second counts. Every moment was precious and she didn''t have time, to think about her moves.


    Having the skills imprinted deeply to the bones was the number one goal for every fighter. Although Ling Qingyu didn''t want to be a professional fighter, she was serious about training herself to be stronger.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu''s progress never ceased to astonish Tang Ziyi, who was even doubtful of her own talent, because she had seen with her eyes how Ling Qingyu transformed into a veritable practitioner from a nobody.

 Chapter 269: Training [2]

    Ling Qingyu didn''t know, Tang Ziyi had a strong reason, why she didn''t allow Ling Qingyu to touch firearms during this week.


    She wanted Ling Qingyu to gain confidence in hand-to-handbat and train her physical body to great potential before immersing herself in the guns.


    Fortunately, Ling Qingyu could keep up with Tang Ziyi''s anticipation or even surpass the original pacing ording to her n.


    She feared once Ling Qingyu got hold of a gun, she would no longer practice martial arts, the essence of enhancing the capability of human physique.


    After all, one could easily learn how to shoot than being a practitioner for a long time to defend themselves. Waiting till Ling Qingyu trained by herself every morning as a habit without her intervention as if imprinted to the soul, Tang Ziyi decided to let her touch what Ling Qingyu always wanted.


    At least, Ling Qingyu was dead serious in her practice. Tang Ziyi never saw her cking off despiteints and whining against her urge as bullying.


    Well, Tang Ziyi admitted, she loved bullying this little one. After all, in front of Ling Qingyu''s IQ and strategy, Tang Ziyi believed the moment when she racked this girl with fists wouldn''t be long before Ling Qingyu could fight head-on with her.


    Even Xiao Yue, who was improving daily, couldn''tpare with Ling Qingyu''s improvement rate. Tang Ziyi figured Ling Qingyu was a rare seed, probably suited to following her footsteps.


    Moving away her thought, Tang Ziyi fixed Ling Qingyu''s mistakes, in her previous handling of the pistol. "Don''t grab the handle like you''re grabbing a stick. Although I know your wrists'' strength is very strong, the posture is too unsightly. Spread your feet a little bit more. That''s it. You don''t need to drop your head to aim, raise your hands so that your eyes align with the aim point.


    Rx your shoulders and you don''t need to raise them."


    Tang Ziyi helplessly patted Ling Qingyu''s shoulder muscle. In fact, Ling Qingyu''s movements weren''t wrong but they were already outdated. In the old days, her posture was what many sought for when firing a gun.


    "Why don''t I put a holographic sight on the pistol, then I won''t be in trouble?" Ling Qingyuined. "Ouch!"


    Tang Ziyi pped the back of her head. "First familiarize yourself with the fundamentals before going advance. You must learn to walk before you run. Alright, fire 10 rounds, slowly. I say slow mean really slow. Remember I''ll burst your ass if you do what you do previously."


    With Tang Ziyi watching closely, Ling Qingyu dared not misbehave and nodded her head, gripped the handle as told, and aimed at her sight, controlling her breathing rhythm, and then squeezed the trigger. Her eyes watched as the aim point jumped before aligning again, deviating a little from her original target position.


    Still mping her palms on the grip tightly and quickly adjusting back on target, she squeezed the trigger again. Gradually, Ling Qingyu got used to the recoil feeling and her instinctive fear disappeared.


    One round after every three seconds to one round per second, Ling Qingyu transformed her skill. If Tang Ziyi hadn''t witnessed in front of her eyes the monstrous talent, she would never have believed such type of people existed. Ling Qingyu adapted too quickly.


    If Ling Qingyu trained for a few days to achieve this state, Tang Ziyi wouldn''t have to scratch her head.


    Ling Qingyu fired the final three rounds, close to the high standard, Tang Ziyi demanded. Ling Qingyu resumed a stand-by position, drawing her Glock 19 close to her chest and pointing slightly downward in a rxed manner.


    Her expression happily asked for praise from Tang Ziyi, who didn''t say a word and clicked a button on a machine. The paper target floated toward the two.


    In the background, a couple of loud bangs rattled inside the range. Ling Qingyu''s guards were also honing their skills. Given the free opportunity with unlimited training bullets, only idiots would refuse to train.


    Ling Qingyu eximed in joy after seeing multiple holes close around the inner circle of the paper target. Even without an expert''s exnation, Ling Qingyu already knew her marksmanship level.


    "What''s this?" Tang Ziyi uttered in disdain. "You''re happy with this level."


    Ling Qingyu was immediately unhappy. She thought for the first-timer, her results were already outstanding. "Of course, which recruits have you ever seen achieving my level?"


    Tang Ziyi was depressed. She hadn''t seen a ghost! She was already controlling herself from exploding in astonishment. Ling Qingyu was more than just brilliant but Tang Ziyi would never say so.


    She must rub this guy''s arrogance to the ground again. She clicked her tongue and said. "Watch my moves before you think so."


    Tang Ziyi drew out her Glock from the holster, aimed at the paper target and pressed the trigger repeatedly in rapid motion. All of the above were done in one smooth flow.


    Ling Qingyu only saw several muzzle shes and multiple bangs before Tang Ziyi slid out the magazine and inserted the new one. The old was kept behind, then Tang Ziyi holstered back the Glock.


    One fluid move without any awkwardness and stylish disy, not even losing the aggressiveness. Well, that wasn''t the point. Tang Ziyi emptied the magazine within a few seconds.


    No, less than 1.5 seconds in her opinion. 15 bullets in a go within a few seconds?! Ling Qingyu''s mouth widened. Tang Ziyi, smirking inside took note of Ling Qingyu''s reaction, pressed the button so that the machine brought back the paper target.


    Upon closer inspection, Ling Qingyu went speechless. Comparing the two papers, Ling Qingyu''s original pride was crushed.


    All of Tang Ziyi''s shots were inside the center ring in contrast to her scattered nine-ring. So, achieving nine-rings was still terrible, Ling Qingyu became confused.


    If other shooters heard Ling Qingyu''s words, everyone mightmit suicide in depression. For the first-timer to attain multiple nine-rings consecutively, they really had no words except to beat the shit out of her.


    "How on earth did you shoot this fast?" Ling Qingyu asked. "I feel like it''s quicker than premature ejaction."


    Tang Ziyi was about to answer her when she heard thetter part; her face darkened with Ling Qingyu''s wording choice. She almost mmed this girl to the ground.


    Heaving a long sigh, Tang Ziyi replied. "Follow my instructions carefully. Don''t try anything new or innovative till I allow you. It wouldn''t be long before you reach my level, understood?"


    "Understood." Ling Qingyu bobbed her head up and down. Without a strong foundation and understanding, testing out new stuff might destroy her skill instead. Obeying Tang Ziyi''s instructions without any questions till she became the expert in testing new ones was the way to go.


    This time, Ling Qingyu followed Tang Ziyi''s every word withoutints or hesitation. There was no longer haste in Ling Qingyu''s gesture. Tang Ziyi''s strength had convinced Ling Qingyu.


    Seeing this oue, Tang Ziyi was relieved andmented her correct choice to step on Ling Qingyu''s arrogance first before teaching further.


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu adapted to Tang Ziyi''s requirements, fulfilling without making any serious mistakes. The minor mishaps were quickly noticed and corrected by Tang Ziyi, who smiled in satisfaction seeing Ling Qingyu perfectly responding to her words.

 Chapter 270: Training [3]

    Ling Qingyu began to hone her skills of firing one round per second to four rounds, in a semi-mode, which was already remarkable in Tang Ziyi''s eyes.


    Perhaps, Tang Ziyi''s prior superb performance broadened Ling Qingyu''s horizon, but she was no longer satisfied. As an instructor, Tang Ziyi was delighted to see this state of mind in Ling Qingyu.


    Because Athena could produce these humongous amounts of training bullets, Ling Qingyu couldvishly keep up the training pace. This was also the number one reason why more of her guards worked with smiles.


    Others who trained firearms in the rest of the world must take note of the spending based on their finances. So, it took longer for their skills to improve. Some even practiced dried-fire, a drill without any live bullets to train muscle memory.


    Nheless, how could this beparable to the real experience? Although firearm training in Ling Qingyu used bullets solely for practice, in contrast to the live ammunition, the feeling of recoil and the touch of the firearms remained the same.


    Except for the lessened pration power to avoid idents, the training bullets were as genuine as the live ammunition.


    Soon, Ling Qingyu could easily fire 6 rounds per second with her Glock, a feat only senior gunners possessed. However, when Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu checked the paper target, the holes were outside the nine-ring and some even marked their spots inside the seven-ring.


    Ling Qingyu gave a questioning look at Tang Ziyi, who immediatelyforted. "Don''t worry about this result. It depends on your control skills. Soon, you''ll hit ten-rings like mine, even in a rapid-fire mode."


    On the inside, Tang Ziyi was eximing. This was no longer a genius but a freak. At a range over 30 meters, uratelynding hits like Ling Qingyu did for a first-timer was already above textbook level.


    Listening to Tang Ziyi''s words, Ling Qingyu regained her mood and continued practicing, developing her muscle memory to control the recoils.


    Afterward, Tang Ziyi taught Ling Qingyu, two important methods of reloading magazines during a firefight. Ling Qingyu already knew how to reload on her own. She had changed magazine after magazine, wasting loads of ammunition.


    In fact, Tang Ziyi was waiting for Ling Qingyu''s Glock to malfunction. She didn''t know whether the maintenance was very good or Athena''s production quality was extremely perfect, Ling Qingyu never once had a problem.


    Thinking of the malfunction drills, Tang Ziyi discovered the guards'' discussions of the weapons produced by Athena, rarely encountered troubles. However, they still practiced the drills to be prepared for any scenario.


    Tang Zyi scratched her head, unable to deliver a profound malfunction lesson to Ling Qingyu while she shot. It seemed she must manually make a problem for training.


    "Emergency reload and tactical reload." Tang Ziyi introduced, satisfied to see Ling Qingyu listening carefully. Indeed, Ling Qingyu already knew what these terms were but she remained quiet for a first-hand experience.


    "Emergency reloads, you already understand the reason. All the bullets inside are gone. I press the button to release the empty magazine and flick it off, drawing my Glock close, still within my eyesight, while my other hand reaches out for another from my pouch and inserts a new one into the Glock.


    Cocking the slider forward, I can now stretch out my hands forward, and aim and fire again." Tang Ziyi showed the entire process slowly, so that Ling Qingyu could see everything clearly.


    She bent down to take back the magazine she had thrown away and put it inside the pouch on her waist. She continued: "On the other hand, tactical reload¡ªthe purpose is to have your ammunition full at all times and there is no need for emergency reload but you want full capacity.


    Retract my Glock close to me while I take out the extra magazine, press the release button, grab the magazine ejected from my glock and insert the new one. The magazine in my hand will be kept away in my pouch."


    Ling Qingyu watched Tang Ziyi''s fingers without blinking her eyes. The essence of the trick was seen in the fingers of the hand she yed. She nodded to show her understanding.


    Tang Ziyi said after her exnation. "Now, try the two out, with empty magazines."


    As told, Ling Qingyu followed suit without any problems but she repeated the process until she achieved fluid motion.


    Seeing her process, Tang Ziyi''s eyelids twitched but she merely added: "Now, let''s add some difficulties. Fire three rounds and reload. I''ll call out the method for you. Ready?"


    Ling Qingyu nodded.


    "Emergency reload!" Ling Qingyu flicked away the magazines after she opened fire.


    "Emergency!" Again the same process.


    "Tactical Reload!" A littleplication in her hands but the process was still smooth.


    To give more stress, Tang Ziyi shouted with urgency and pressed Ling Qingyu to move quicker. Indeed, Ling Qingyu began to mistake the two methods, under pressure.


    Tang Ziyi didn''t mind Ling Qingyu''s mistakes but was happy instead. She found the area where Ling Qingyucked. The psychological aspect of coping with mental stress was essential for someone like Tang Ziyi working in a dangerous job.


    But her smile didn''tst long as Ling Qingyu rapidly adapted to high-stress situations, never making the same mistakes.


    The only bothering headache was what to do as an instructor when her student was too brilliant. Tang Ziyi cried out her depression.


    Soon, Ling Qingyu moved onto the new exercise under Tang Ziyi''s wry smile, still involving rapid recement of magazines.


    Ling Qingyu shot the pistols in various poses¡ªstanding, crouching, prone position, sitting and kneeling.


    Initially, Ling Qingyu got used to the feeling of her firearm''s response in different positions and began to shoot while transitioning through many poses.


    After shooting all the rounds she and Tang Ziyi could carry, Ling Qingyu brightened her smile and said. "Aim small, miss small."


    Her expression clearly telling her scores on the paper target, all shots scattered inside the nine-ring. Not the best results, but not bad.


    Tang Ziyi''s corner of the mouth twitched. Aim small, my arse. you watched too many movies, Tang Ziyi cursed inwardly. In a real gunfight at close range, nobody would aim carefully and fire. It was all based on instinctive shooting, relying on the muscle memory honed from several hours of training.


    Point shooting was the correct method. Other than the situation watching out for nonbatants, nobody had the time to aim small. Hostage rescue was a different scenario though.


    By the time after aiming small, the enemy might havended a few lucky shots on you before you pulled the trigger. But Tang Ziyi didn''t want to undermine Ling Qingyu''s achievement.


    All that mattered was Ling Qingyu enjoying the process without making severe and dangerous faults.


    While the two were training, other guards were also observing them from afar. Some, mindlessly, wasted the ammos on the paper targets, their attentions on Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi.


    Many noted the extremely lightning progress Ling Qingyu improved. A novice shooter who held a firearm for the first time to a professional shooter, matching the standard required by the elite unit.


    Although Ling Qingyu''s current abilities werecking, given enough time, she would show everyone who was the boss, depending on her sheer learning capacity.


    Everyone who took note of her achievement was envious of Ling Qingyu''s rare opportunity under Tang Ziyi''s detailed personal instruction.


    They attributed her sess to Tang Ziyi''s involvement. They weren''t wrong entirely. Tang Ziyi spotted the slightest defects and corrected them. Without her, Ling Qingyu''s improvement would be definitely more sluggish.


    Her guards wished to rece Ling Qingyu to also enhance at the same rate. But would Tang Ziyi have the patience and time to take care of them? The guards shook their heads in regret and unleashed their depression by venting bullets onto the target paper.

 Chapter 271: Training [4]

    The next phase began seeing Ling Qingyu''s training results, Tang Ziyi picked up the standard rifle QBU-192 and handed it over to Ling Qingyu.


    Grasping the rifle and toughing the metallic touch, Ling Qingyu checked everything while listening to Tang Ziyi''s introduction of its specs.


    A rtively domestic assault rifle type, which Ling Qingyu had some trust issues, but upon hearing Athena''s capability, her worries were gone.


    Tang Ziyi also held another simr rifle and guided Ling Qingyu. Although she already knew the terminology, practical experience still must be done because nothing could rece this process.


    Ling Qingyu watched as Tang Ziyi exined theponents in detail. Despite the same purpose, the rifle''s parts consisted of more separateponents.


    After Tang Ziyi fired a couple of rounds as an example, Ling Qingyu made her first try. Aiming down her sight, Ling Qingyu felt a little heavier than she was used to.


    The muscles, solely for shooting guns hadn''t been developed to the limit yet and the tiny strain began to appear.


    As she squeezed the trigger, because she wasn''t prepared, she didn''t expect the recoil to shake her body. Ling Qingyu even wondered if the twos on her chest trembled violently.


    Tang Ziyi''s eyes also captured the movement and she clicked her tongue. Of course, Tang Ziyi''s reaction didn''t go unnoticed by Ling Qingyu, who humphed and smiled.


    "The difference is great though. The kickback force is iparable." Ling Qingyu muttered.


    "Naturally. Stronger pration power and its weightes at a cost and meant a great difference." Tang Ziyi said.


    Ling Qingyu nodded. She used to see those special force members firing therger caliber without losing control and withstanding huge recoil forces. Now that she experienced it personally, the feeling she attained from recoil rushed her adrenaline.


    She became more excited and went through the same process as using her pistol. Tang Ziyi watched patiently from the side, sometimes making appropriate remarks to fix small errors.


    Different postures, transitioning smoothly and reloading drills. The difference was Ling Qingyu had to tuck in the buttstock underneath her armpit so that the magazine''s position was at the same level as her eyes and the feet cement where one stayed a little at the front and the other behind to cope with an extra kickback force.


    After several repetitions, Ling Qingyu became an expert, and her uracy had increased incredibly, hitting nine-rings several times. Althoughpared to Tang Ziyi, both uracy and speed were far away, her morale was high.


    Tang Ziyi then moved the paper target further the distance to train particrly Ling Qingyu''s marksmenship. The paper didn''t stop until the sign above said 200 meters.


    Bringing the binocrs to her eyes, Tang Ziyi said. "Shoot five rounds for every posture. Go when ready."


    Ling Qingyu obliged without hesitation. As the shots rang out loud, Tang Ziyi monitored Ling Qingyu''s hit.


    The first two missed and she wasn''t too shock because Ling Qingyu was in a standing position. Followed-on shots were urate, creating holes in the paper but they were scattered over numerous ring.


    Seeing the results, Tang Ziyi curled her lips. At least, Ling Qingyu would be hit hard soon.


    With every shot Ling Qingyu fired, Tang Ziyi shouted the report. "Hit!" "Miss!"


    When everything was over, both waited for the paper toe toward them. Ling Qingyu counted the number of holes. Only 27. One of them was on the white part of the target area, which meant it didn''t hit. Three were missing.


    Ling Qingyu sighed depressed. "Why do I feel like you''re trying to crush my happiness?" She asked suspiciously.


    Was she found out? Tang Ziyi felt a little guilty looking into Ling Qingyu''s eyes.


    "What''s with your expression? You did pretty well. It''s not 50 meters but 200. Although your uracy is bad, as long as you hit the target, your shots are already excellent." Tang Ziyi diverted the topic. "Come on, unless your eyes were a magnifying ss, don''t expect above seven-ring, without the help of the scope."


    "Aim small, miss small, huh." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Indeed, the saying fits well here than the previous asion." Tang Ziyi agreed.


    "Stopforting me. I bet you can score higher than mine."


    "Of course, practice and experience is something nothing could rece. Even someone with high talent still has to go through training." Tang Ziyi said. "Do you want to try again?"


    Ling Qingyu nodded and Tang Ziyi stood by, watching her practice. Afterward, Tang Ziyi asked all of a sudden. "What are you thinking inside your mind, when you do the drills?"


    "I don''t know if it''s a cheat but I put both my mind and body into the exercise. It increases my concentration and every gesture feels empowered by it." Ling Qingyu said. "Arnold Schwarzenegger, a famous bodybuilder and artist, once said. You must put your mind and effort together. Otherwise, a body exercising without a soul is meaningless."


    Tang Ziyi agreed. "I bet he''sparing the new generation with the old one, seen in the gym. Most justplete the reps mindlessly, without full concentration. I''m d you''re aware, that the mind power is the most mysterious and powerful tool a human wields. I hope you always keep that in mind."


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes at Tang Ziyi, who suddenly became a philosophy teacher. "I know, you don''t need to remind me."


    Tang Ziyi silentlyplimented Ling Qingyu''s state of mind. Although her past life was a terrible nobody, with the current mentality, Ling Qingyu''s peak sess was within her reach.


    "Alright, since we still have time and you aren''t going to work today, let''s train advanced exercise." Tang Ziyi brought the watch on her wrist to her eyes and said. She gave no means of refusal and Ling Qingyu could only nod.


    When the two departed from the shooting range, her guards shed Ling Qingyu, thumbs-ups, and she smiled back in return. From the corner of her eyes, Ling Qingyu saw small robots on wheels, cleaning the specific area, she just wasted ammo and down the range, collecting and cleaning.


    The question she always wanted to ask had been answered. Why did she never see a responsible cleaner in the underground realm? Because everything was autonomous and under Athena''s close system.


    AI really facilitated and fastened everyday''s life, though those who worked as cleaners mightin.


    Tang Ziyi dragged Ling Qingyu to another training area, specifically design to test operators'' response under stress, without losing control and uracy.


    Frankly, seeing Ling Qingyu''s progress woke up Tang Ziyi to take in a disciple. In both martial arts and gun firing, Tang Ziyi noticed an outstanding trait of Ling Qingyu.


    She was serious about learning new stuff and willing to be humble without the air of a high position. Though Tang Ziyi tried to suppress Ling Qingyu''s arrogance, she must admit, it wouldn''t be long before Ling Qingyu caught up with her.


    Perhaps, her promise of selling herself to Ling Qingyu as a reward might be counter-productive. Who knew what this little guy was preparing to do to her once she achieved what Tang Ziyi asked for?


    Fortunately, her life experience could still smother Ling Qingyu for now because there was one important factor which could never be sought or reced¡ªthat was experience.

 Chapter 272: Training [5]

    Ling Qingyu entered apletely new room under Tang Ziyi''s lead, unseen before when she visited the underground area under the eight-stories vi, more than a week ago.


    This had to be a new room built for a special purpose because Tang Ziyi mentioned advanced training. The room was in circr shape, with walls made with protectiveyers of materials, capable of resisting bullet impact.


    Walking to the center where Tang Ziyi stood, Ling Qingyu nodded up, asking what was going on. Tang Ziyi smiled and patted her shoulder. "You''re curious, what''s with this room, right? Let me introduce the facility."


    "This is the circr area to test your ability to react to the situation around 270 degrees. Actually what we want is 360-degree awareness training but for safety reasons, we only focus on the former for now." Tang Ziyi exined. "Once you can train alone without requiring another''s supervision, thetter bes possible."


    Ling Qingyu scratched her hair and rubbed the headset. "So, this isn''t marksmanship training?"


    "You can''t say that. This one tests your marksmanship under a high-stress environment." Tang Ziyi shook her finger. "Look around you, see those targets tilted away from you?"


    Ling Qingyu nodded. She saw numerous, estimated to be more than 2 dozen, nted away from her sight. Puzzled, she asked. "What''s wrong with the targets?"


    "Well, since we''ve got the advantage of an autonomous system. The AI will train and record you. The targets that you must shoot and neutralize quickly will pop up from underneath or nt toward you so that you see the paper target."


    Ling Qingyu understood what her tasks were. ording to Tang Ziyi, these targets were adjusted spontaneously based on the algorithm. The white ones were no-shoot targets while the ck ones were what she must aim for.


    Receiving a strange nce from Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi cleared her throat. "Ahem¡­Don''t worry, I only let you do what you''re really capable of."


    "I''m very much in doubt whether you''re abusing me." Ling Qingyu narrowed her eyes. "These trainings are never supposed to be set for a novice like me."


    Tang Ziyi choked and waved her hand. "You''re just too suspicious. And stop calling yourself a novice. The results you''ve shown not long ago already prove your skill. We''re here to find out your limits and I''ll allocate a proper training routine, solely applicable to you."


    "Besides, if you call yourself a novice, you''re not giving others a way to survive from shame." She chided, embarrassing Ling Qingyu and making her proud at the same time.


    Fortunately, no other guards heard the conversations; otherwise, they might not even care about their employer and beat the shit out of Ling Qingyu in annoyance.


    "I hope I''m not thinking too much." Ling Qingyu muttered.


    Tang Ziyi''s face darkened upon hearing Ling Qingyu''s words. "You see the red button in the center behind you. It meant you could start the exercise. As always, I''ll be the first example to let you get used to the drill."


    She added. "Before we start, I know you already know but as a reminder¡ªrifle ready posture. High ready and low ready." Tang Ziyi showed different styles while Ling Qingyu copied the movement, trying to drill the memory into her muscles.


    Postures preparing to shoot but didn''t want the shooter to aim at unnecessary target¡ªHigh port, high ready, low port, low ready, andpressed low ready which were aiming the muzzle at the sky, nting muzzle upward, pointing it to the ground, angling it downward and shortening the length of the rifle. Tang Ziyi disyed everything without any secrets.


    Ling Qingyu familiarized herself with different movements till she feltfortable. Several minutester, Tang Ziyi said. "Alright, you can drill themter till they be your second nature. For now, let''s show you what we''ll train in this room first."


    With that, Tang Ziyi pressed the red button and quickly checked her weapon, spreading her legs and bending her knees a little, muzzle pointed downward.


    A beep eximed from behind, targets spew out from random positions. Within a split second, Tang Ziyi instantly pointed the muzzle at the appearing targets and double-tapped.


    Not waiting to see the results carefully, her aim moved toward another target popping up. Several targets from various angles were quickly shot and Tang Ziyi held her fire whenever she saw a white target, simting unarmed civilians.


    Like a humanoid turret, Tang Ziyi snapped her waist toward the targets'' directions, exhibiting her sharp and fast reaction. Ling Qingyu gulped watching Tang Ziyi perform at extreme speed.


    In her eyes, Tang Ziyi''splete shot hadn''t echoed into her ears yet but she had already moved on to the next target. Of course, despite the initial shock, Ling Qingyu carefully studied Tang Ziyi''s movement.


    She was the importance of footwork. The secret was in the back foot. Mysteriously, it always tilted slightly to a specific degree based on the direction, Tang Ziyi turned her waist.


    After Tang Ziyi ended the drill, she gestured her head toward Ling Qingyu.


    Slowly breathing in and out, Ling Qingyu pressed the button, indicating the session had begun. In contrast to rigorous Tang Ziyi, Ling Qingyu was slow and methodical.


    Naturally, Tang Ziyi also changed the mode to suit Ling Qingyu''s ability. The targets'' popping up were more sluggish.


    After emptying all the bullets, Ling Qingyu checked her rifle and looked at Tang Ziyi, then asked nervously. "How did I do, Sister Tang?


    Frankly, Ling Qingyu even felt unbearable herself. Watching Tang Ziyi perform wlessly, created an illusion, the drill wasn''t hard but when she took a step herself¡ªwhat a nightmare!


    To coordinate both her lower and upper body together, while she must look out for new targets was harder than it appeared. Sure, Tang Ziyi''s action looked cool but Ling Qingyu even suffered in a slow mode.


    "Pretty well. I have nothing to say." Tang Ziyi said with a relief. At least, this girl was still a human. The exercise required the shooter to possess instinctive footwork and aiming ability. None, Ling Qingyu had at the moment.


    "I know myself." Ling Qingyu swatted her hand and sighed.


    Seeing Ling Qingyu depressed, Tang Ziyi was gleeful inside but hid her mood andforted. "When I look at you, I even want you to stop working as CEO ande to my world." Tang Ziyi patted Ling Qingyu''s back.


    "Your world? No way in hell?!" Ling Qingyu refused without thinking twice. "Why would I work as a mercenary when I can be the boss myself?"


    Tang Ziyi was speechless. Indeed, who didn''t want to be the boss. "What I meant ismenting your talent. Looking at your results, given time, you can be soldier king easily." She said with a shrug.


    "Oh. Thanks for thepliment then," Ling Qingyu was embarrassed. "But I don''t think the possibility is high with my busy schedule and work to cope with my future ns. Not to mention, don''t praise me too much, I understand my willpower and mindset is simply a moth against fire,pared to special force member."


    "Not bad to know your limits." Tang Ziyi nodded. The more she stared at Ling Qingyu, the more she was satisfied. A good seed, she thought. "Don''t worry about those, I can hone your straits into invincible steel."


    What was wrong with Tang Ziyi? Ling Qingyu was confused. "I''m really busy."


    "Then, take those schedules aside. Until I''m satisfied with your level, don''t even think about avoiding the shooting drills every day." Tang Ziyi folded her arms. The rifle was slung on the back, hitting her body every time Tang Ziyi moved.


    "Wait, what?! You mean I must train every morning before I go to work." Ling Qingyu eximed.


    "What are you quibbling? You have Sister Zhao to manage yourpany. Athena is also there. These details don''t require you. What your role is for strategic vision." Tang Ziyi poked Ling Qingyu''s shoulder.


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 Chapter 273: Ling Qingyu leaving a handle

    Hearing Tang Ziyi''s scolding, Ling Qingyu went speechless for a moment. Although her words contained the truth, training daily in both martial arts and firearms in the morning might exhaust her body and spirit before going to work.


    "Listen, I''m not saying you must train throughout the year daily. It''s just one month. Heck, with your skills, youplete the crash course with half a month." Tang Ziyi said.


    "I have you and the others. It''s not necessary right?" Ling Qingyu argued.


    "The sooner the better. You have to know, the world might not be peaceful for us in the future." Tang Ziyi confessed her premonition.


    "Huh! What''s with your words?" Ling Qingyu stared at a pair of firm eyes, opposite to her.


    "What would you do, if you see your loved ones about to disappear from the world, but you can''t do a single thing, helpless and powerless to watch. Think about those scenes¡ª"


    "Impossible to happen. Because I have you, many other sisters and the guards, not to mention I would never let myself be in that position." Ling Qingyu interrupted since she dared not even imagine the desperate scenes. Even hearing from Tang Ziyi made her knees weak.


    "I''m just telling what if. Sometimes, life is full of unexpected. What if someone tries to capture the leader to destroy us? At least, you already learn martial arts and I''m relieved you can defend yourself but what about firearms? Isn''t it good for you to excel in both martial and civil ways?" Tang Ziyi replied. "Be good, train with me for a month or so; based on your talent, it might be lesser."


    Chapter Experience:


    "Okay." Ling Qingyu sighed. Tang Ziyi was right. To protect her loved ones, she also needed skills and mustn''t rely on others too much. What if her guards and the other sisters were too busy taking care of themselves? Thest line of defense must always be herself.


    She would also regret if she faced those dire situations in the future that she didn''t train hard enough. Instead of regret, why not agree? Ling Qingyu thought.


    Even when the worst situation happened, she had the means to fight back and never left regret. Of course, she would never such a situation to ur to her group and to her family.


    "But I''m still not working in your line of work." Ling Qingyu said sternly.


    Tang Ziyi''s mouth twitched. "Are you sure to stay far away from thrilling moments, bloodrushing and fierce situations?"


    "When you say more, my heart to refuse bes stronger." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "It''s good to hear you agree on training. Believe me, it might not even take a week, if your learning ability is like a god."


    "I hope so. I have much stuff left to do for the peace of the world." Ling Qingyu dered with arrogance.


    Tang Ziyi rolled her eyes at Ling Qingyu having some brain blockages. "First pleaseplete my exercise before youpete for the world. Remember our vision of mercenary. I know many are already convinced to be your subordinates, why not raise your prestige higher by then?"


    "We''ll talk about thatter. First, bring the entire Province N under our control before we make other ns." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Well, indeed things are far away. Cooperation with Yang Qingyue is a trial and it looks like sess." Tang Ziyi said and paused. "Speaking of Yang Qingyue, what were you two doing that night."


    Tang Ziyi''s face showed curiosity as if she was genuinely wanting to find information from her. How could Ling Qingyu not see through her performance? Among her confidantes, she might trust the girls without any extra vignce other than the despicable old ywright actress in front of her.


    Ling Qingyu had the desire to rece a fresh magazine and pour all the ammo at Tang Ziyi. Dare to give her such a face, Ling Qingyu swore luckily her self-control was very strong.


    "Really, me and Xiao Yue are curious. I know we must have some privacy, but you know we received an urgent message from Athena at that time that you, two, are fighting, and you''re being suppressed." Tang Ziyi shrugged.


    Ling Qingyu almost spurted out blood. Her cheeks reddened. Whether the real cause was due to powerful shame or anger remained unclear. Now even if her magazine was empty, her burning heart told her to strike at Tang Ziyi with the rifle and p hard on the head.


    After satisfactorily smashing Tang Ziyi into pieces in her mind, Ling Qingyu cleared her throat. She never expected the number one traitor was her cheap daughter. Considering Athena was still innocent regarding human affairs, Ling Qingyu gave up.


    "Don''t talk nonsense. It''s just a y between the two girls while we joked around." Ling Qingyu exined, controlling her expression. Anyway, apart from Athena, no one was there to see the full picture.


    Even the suspicious two female guards who checked on her car knew what they had to do. As long as she denied everything, the evidence didn''t exist.


    As an old timer, Tang Ziyi knew what Ling Qingyu was thinking. She rubbed her chin in amusement, contemting the pros and cons of divulging everything¡ªyour cheap daughter, Athena already revealed everything. Even the video was saved and archived by her.


    "Really? Pinching balloons and rubbing each other is merely a y. Then, you''re ying the sport a little too deep, Sister Ling." Tang Ziyi teased.


    Ling Qingyu blushed, understanding the meaning of Tang Ziyi''s words. "What''s with your expression as if you''ve seen it personally."


    Somehow, the palpation of misfortune about to ur to her rang in her mind repeatedly.


    "In fact, if you kept refusing to train, I n to release your love experience video footage to your confidantes." Tang Ziyi said.


    "Wait, wait! Hold on! What are you trying to say?"Ling Qingyu said, her face in disbelief. From Tang Ziyi''s tone, it seemed she caught her red-handed.


    She saw Tang Ziyi reach into the pockets of her trousers, and took out the phone, tapped on the screen, then turned it around to show Ling Qingyu.


    From the y icon, Ling Qingyu knew it was the video, but the frozen picture was what caused Ling Qingyu to be dumbfounded.


    Two women were entangled inside the interior of the car. From the camera angle, the source came from the dashcam. Some areas of the clothing were lifted up, revealing charming skin. One was over the other, kissing passionately.


    No need to doubt, Ling Qingyu immediately knew it was the picture of her and Yang Qingyue. Her cheeks reddened and steam fumed out of her head.


    Ling Qingyu felt the worst nightmare¡ªsocial death. Her embarrassing moment was captured by her confidantes and the culprit was her daughter. Although Tang Ziyi exined Athena was worried and asked for help, Ling Qingyu rather not receive such assistance.


    This was a real pig teammate, cheating her allies. Poor Athena''s worried actions misinterpreted the situation, now bing a handle for her enemy.


    Ling Qingyu leaped forward to rob the phone out of Tang Ziyi''s hand. But who was Tang Ziyi? Both reaction and experience stood at the pinnacle of human physique, dodging Ling Qingyu''s attack with ease by a mere margin. Not even a piece of her clothing was touched.

 Chapter 274: Becoming Tang Ziyis disciple

    Trying to grab Tang Ziyi''s phone out of her hand seemed harder than it looked. Ling Qingyu tried numerous times and failed.


    The scene yed like a famous Kung Fu Panda robbing one steam bun from his master. Two women scuffled around with extreme agility and flexibility as if the added weight of the rifles were nothing to their bodies.


    They weren''t ordinary women. Ling Qingyu''s physique had been upgraded by Miss System while Tang Ziyi yed martial arts at the age of 6. The conditioned bones and reforged muscles already allowed them in extreme intensity exercise.


    While Ling Qingyu was rushing to get a hold of the phone, Tang Ziyi merely smiled as if she found a new way to y.


    Perhaps already realizing it was impossible to fight Tang Ziyi fairly, Ling Qingyu decided to rush in and wrestle.


    Tang Ziyi was indeed surprised and tackled down to the floor. Because she had one hand holding the phone, she wasn''t prepared to resist too much. The two fell to the ground.


    ck! ck!


    The phone in Tang Ziyi''s hand dropped, stunning both of them as they heard a voice emitting out of the device speaker. It seemed during the wrestling, someone or something identally pressed the y button.


    The voicesing out raced the hearts of both women, who were blushing at the moment. The rustle of cloths along with the beautiful soprano of the two passionate women in the video.


    Against the quiet hall, moans of blissful joying out of Ling Qingyu''s mouth from the video made the two women, who were currently pressed together ashamed.


    Tang Ziyi felt her throat dry and coughed unsightly, removing herself from the restraint. Ling Qingyu''s high-pitched tone raced Tang Ziyi''s mind to think deeply about weird stuff.


    On the other hand, Ling Qingyu, witnessing from the third-person perspective, never knew her voice could be so enchanting. She now knew why Yang Qingyue was so passionate during that night.


    Blushing from shame, her movement froze as the video kept ying on. She didn''t know what to do next since her most shameful appearance was unveiled.


    Tang Ziyi, as soon as she was freed, picked up the phone and closed the video. Ling Qingyu also realized the gaffe and looked around.


    Fortunately, they were alone inside the room and no other person heard the embarrassment.


    Ling Qingyu sighed in relief and nced bitterly at Tang Ziyi, who walked outside to see if anyone was around or had heard, and came back.


    Standing up, Ling Qingyu frowned and said. "Sister Tang, you really know how to mess me up."


    Tang Ziyi chuckled nervously. "Don''t worry. Nobody will know. A few minutes ago was an ident. I swear, I just want to show you my n."


    "Please delete the video. I swear I''ll do anything you said. If you say left, I''ll never turn my face right." Ling Qingyu begged with puppy eyes.


    "Nope." Tang Ziyi sternly refused. If Ling Qingyu still desired to slip out of the training, she must have enough handle. As for Ling Qingyu''s begging eyes, had she not seen enough of Ling Qingyu''s acting skills?


    "You, damn it." Ling Qingyu cursed, her puppy eyes reced by ferociousness. "You better delete it or you know me."


    "Or else, what are you going to do?" Tang Ziyi wasn''t afraid.


    Chapter Discover:


    "Don''t make me angry." Ling Qingyu pursed her lips. "Your stoic expression annoys me the most. I might not be able to control myself."


    "Come on," Tang Ziyi replied as she beckoned Ling Qingyu for a fight with her hand.


    In this world, apart from Xiao Yue, she dared say she had no fears. Ling Qingyu''s terrifying expression was like an angry kitty to her.


    If Ling Qingyu knew Tang Ziyipared her to a kitty, her outbursts might increase. Seeing Tang Ziyi''s nonchnce, Ling Qingyu immediately wilted, but she didn''t want to lose her momentum. "One day I''ll press you down and rub you on the floor till you beg for mercy."


    Tang Ziyi raised her eyebrows. "Oh! It seems you have great confidence in yourself. We''ll see, I''m always ready for your challenge." Tang Ziyi replied and shrugged.


    Despite saying pretentious words, Ling Qingyu found it definitely hard to win against Tang Ziyi, whether in the future or now. She suspected even male protagonists like Lin Fan must call Tang Ziyi, an ancestor.


    "I''ll ask Athena to delete the videos." Ling Qingyu regained herposure, remembering one of Athena''s advantages.


    "Oh! Now you have your brain back." Tang Ziyi mocked. "Too bad, I also know Athena''s capability. So, don''t worry, I have an archived version where Athena''s hand couldn''t reach."


    She knew this would be her answer. Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched and sighed helplessly. It didn''t matter if Tang Ziyi had one because she was definitely trustworthy.


    If not for her forceful approach, letting Tang Ziyi drop the phone and y the video identally, risking someone to hear her shame, Tang Ziyi''s possession would be safer.


    Thinking of her heated moment, Ling Qingyu couldn''t bear to imagine her coquettish figure in the video based on the enchanting voice. Her bone felt crisped, listening to herself.


    "Alright, forget about it." Ling Qingyu surrendered. "Just promise me you don''t show it to others. Hmph!"


    "Of course, how could I disy explicitly my beloved to the public." Tang Ziyi said.


    "Eh! Your beloved?" Ling Qingyu was stunned. When did she be hers? Why didn''t she know?


    "It''s just an expression. Why are you taking it seriously?" Tang Ziyi shook her hand and said.


    Anythinging out of her mouth must be noted and seriously considered, Ling Qingyu thought. Tang Ziyi never spoke nonsense since her first appearance. That was the trait she had seen.


    Or had Tang Ziyi already fallen for her? Ling Qingyu chuckled inwardly. After all, with her goddess figure and fairy-like face, no mortal could stand firm.


    "Okay, I get it. As long as I follow your training obediently, right?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    Tang Ziyi nodded. "To be honest, I hope you don''t delete this, and neither do I want to because these are the rarest moments of yours."


    Rarest my foot, Ling Qingyu swore and greeted Tang Ziyi''s ancestor in her heart. Anythinging out of Tang Ziyi''s mouth sounded like a curse.


    Tang Ziyi added: "Honestly, watching your firearm training for the first time, I even want to ept you as a disciple¡ª"


    "Disciple!" Ling Qingyu was shocked. "Why all of a sudden?"


    "You don''t want to?" Tang Ziyi asked suspiciously. "I really thought about teaching you all my inheritance. It would be a pity with your learning skills and talents, which you should also notice yourself these days."


    Indeed as Tang Ziyi spoke, Ling Qingyu was aware of her advantages. She learned faster than others, not too fast, in her opinion.


    "It''s not like I don''t want to but you know from close sisterhood to a serious one again." Ling Qingyu fidgeted with her T-shirt.


    "Close sisterhood." Tang Ziyi brightened her smile and nodded; indeed, she was happier in this world than in her own. "Do you have any idea, how many people want to be students of mine in my world?"


    Ling Qingyu shook her head. Given Tang Ziyi''s skillsets, too many wanted to right?


    "The line could even revolve around the earth once." Tang Ziyi raised her chest, hands tugged on the waist.


    Ling Qingyu coughed. Too exaggerated. Even 6 billions people shouldn''t be able to form aplete line. Wait a moment! Hmm, Earth''s circumference was 40,075 km.


    Imagine people standing shoulder to shoulder in a single file, the average person took up 0.5 meters of space. 6 billion multiplied by 0.5 equals 3 billion meters. Heck, it even exceeded.


    Ling Qingyu made a mistake and coughed even more, choked by her own thoughts. Luckily, Tang Ziyi didn''t hear her inner retort; else, she would have been embarrassed by Tang Ziyi''s mathematical concepts again and taught a lesson. Or maybe Tang Ziyi might ask her to go back to the university again.


    Noting Ling Qingyu''s expression, Tang Ziyi''s cheeks reddened. Well, she understood what she said was a bit too much, but she already dered proudly and couldn''t take it back with her face.


    Otherwise, Ling Qingyu might always bring up this moment whenever she suffered a loss. Tang Ziyi cleared her throat: "I''m just giving you a picture of my charm. Back in the day, people shouted Instructor Tang this and Instructor that. How I miss them somehow?"

 Chapter 275: Master-disciple relationship

    Perhaps, Ling Qingyu should listen to their stories every now and then, to understand them better. They weren''t mere characters summoned from the card.


    Chapter Find:


    They were living beings, with strong emotions and interests. From several interactions, Ling Qingyu spected a deal might have made between them and the system but their memories about the agreement was likely to be sealed, because Ling Qingyu had tried to ask but not one could answer.


    They were also puzzled. However, one thing calmed their mind. The timeline in their world had been frozen and only after finishing the task, could they return.


    Thinking of their possible departure in the future, Ling Qingyu felt reluctant but she was hopeful, world traveling might be a thing too.


    Worrying too much about what she couldn''t deal or control was meaningless; focusing on the present was better.


    To Ling Qingyu''s inquiry, Tang Ziyi shook her head. "I have students or so being hired by a party to guide several personnels. There is not one in the list of my personal disciple."


    "Why not?" Ling Qingyu asked curiously. "I mean disciple is the same as having students, right?"


    "Not exactly." Tang Ziyi looked away as she exined. "They didn''t inherit my everything but I only guide and correct their mistakes, while when I ask for you, it meant my inheritance, the lessons that I learned from a lifetime to be exposed to you."


    "Well, thanks. I don''t know what to say next." Ling Qingyu was puzzled. "Yet, I''ll say again, I don''t want to be your disciple."


    "Okay, why are you so adamant about refusing me?" Tang Ziyi asked helplessly.


    "Can I not say the reason?" Ling Qingyu''s eyes wandered around as she yed with her hair.


    Narrowing her eyes, Tang Ziyi pressured Ling Qingyu with a nce. Usually, Tang Ziyi didn''t bother to deeply study others'' privacy and secrets, since everyone had something to hide.


    However, Ling Qingyu''s repeated refusal of her good offer and weird behavior raised Tang Ziyi''s interest instead. "Come on; spill everything out."


    "Why are you so scary all of a sudden?" Ling Qingyu shivered.


    "It''s not me being scary. It''s your guilty conscience at work." Tang Ziyi rebutted.


    "Wouldn''t our rtion bes more estranged whenever I have to address you as master instead of Sister Tang?" Ling Qingyu asked and shook Tang Ziyi''s arms.


    "I think your reason is far-fetched from the real truth." Tang Ziyi doubted what was inside Ling Qingyu''s mind. "Besides, being a master doesn''t mean you have to call me one, right?"


    "Then, wouldn''t our rtionship be messed up?" Ling Qingyu said. "Although it''s exciting to take down master, people might talk about our messy master-disciple rtionship."


    Tang Ziyi furrowed her brows and the corner of her lips twitched in anger. Now, she would be a fool if she didn''t realize why Ling Qingyu refused to be her disciple, even as the condition of the two''s rtionship by a mere name.


    She unscrupulously pped the back of Ling Qingyu''s head, controlling her force to just m her down to the ground, instead of injuring her.


    "Ah!" Ling Qingyu was thrown to the ground from the huge momentum behind her.


    "I was generous to give you all my inheritance and you are still thinking of my body?" Tang Ziyi said with a gritted teeth. "Huh! What is your brain using its energy?"


    Ling Qingyu chuckled and stood up, patting the clothes. Though Tang Ziyi''s force looked strong, the impact wasn''t too much apart from throwing her body around.


    From appearance, it was deadly but a stronger pat in reality.


    "Don''t you give me a promise. Once I can defeat you, then you''ll consider." Ling Qingyu reminded Tang Ziyi.


    "So, you''re practicing hard to conquer me, instead of protecting others without having any regrets?" Tang Ziyi asked.


    "Of course not. The number one factor is to protect but my motivation came from your promise." Ling Qingyu said firmly.


    "Forget about it. You don''t need to be my disciple. Just be a good sister." Tang Ziyi said helplessly.


    "Aw! Too bad, I thought we''re going to have an exciting drama in the future." Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue, pretending to be regretful.


    Clutching her fist, Tang Ziyi meditated hard to stop her impulse. Well, it seemed the future wasn''t bad with Ling Qingyu''s perfect figure and appearance.


    Who belonged to whom, was still in Tang Ziyi''s hand. Poor Ling Qingyu didn''t know she might be entering other''s trap.


    "From now on, you won''t leave for work after eating lunch in the manor." Tang Ziyi collected her thoughts and said the training n. "From early morning to 10 a.m, you''ll be training with me daily from bodybuilding exercise, martial arts, and firearms."


    "What! I''m gonna bete for work then." Ling Qingyu expressed her objection.


    "You''re the boss. What''s the matter with beingte for this month? It''s not like I''m forcing youter on." Tang Ziyi replied. "Then, what''s the use of your subordinates and Sister Zhao''s help, if you can''t have a free time as a boss."


    Although what Tang Ziyi said was the truth, Ling Qingyu still had many ns but had to agree under Tang Ziyi''s piercing gaze.


    "Alright, you''re driving me to work like a cow." Ling Qingyuined.


    "Believe me if you build your fighting instinct within a shorter time period, the daily routine will be over soon." Tang Ziyi gave hope.


    "I''ll try then. After all, the morning firearm training results are impressive." Ling Qingyu praised herself.


    "It''s not impressive; it''s only not bad."


    "Hmph. You just don''t want to admit my talent."


    "Well, now I change my mind. I must add another training method." Tang Ziyi said with a gleam in her eyes.


    Ling Qingyu instinctively shuddered but retorted forcefully, refusing to give in to other''s momentum. She could lose but she must never lose in terms of aura. She was also the queen in business world. "What method?! I can show you, just let me experience once, I can follow at least 60 percent."


    "I hope so." Tang Ziyi grinned. "Remember this circr room training."


    Seeing Ling Qingyu nodded, Tang Ziyi continued: "This will be the first part. Starting from tomorrow, there will be an additional session. While you fire your gun, I''ll throw shbang under your feet."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes almost darkened. This wasn''t a training; this was naked revenge. Hmph, you must be jealous of my talent and suppress my arrogance, Ling Qingyu told herself.


    Despite raising her self-confidence, after hearing Tang Ziyi''s words, her body betrayed her inner thought. Ling Qingyu trembled and her skin paled.


    "Don''t worry. These shbang training won''t have any side-effect or damages because I''ve controlled the variables and produced these items with Athena''s help." Tang Ziyiforted. "Apart from ufortable experience, your health wouldn''t be impacted."


    "Of course, it''s okay for someone working in the same field as yours. But I''m suppose to be the boss, pulling strings while leisurely sitting on the chair." Ling Qingyu muttered and red at Tang Ziyi''s figure, leaving the room.


    "What? You''re staying?" Tang Ziyi asked. "Do you like to experience shbang on the first day?"


    Although Tang Ziyi sounded very gentle, Ling Qingyu felt sharpness in her words. Rolling her eyes, Ling Qingyu replied. "Coming."

 Chapter 276: Benefits from Tang Ziyis innovation

    Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi walked out of the room. Today''s training had been finished. Ling Qingyu performed miraculously under Tang Ziyi''s guidance. In spite of Tang Ziyi''s threat of shbang usage, Ling Qingyu was looking forward to experiencing herself.


    Would she be blind like in the video games or be disoriented into doing nonsenseical behaviors?


    Or would she piss herself and embarrassed her dignity? Well, thetter was what she wanted to avoid most.


    The elite Special Air Service during the 1980s had described some of their training routines vaguely, which included the use of shbangs.


    What Tang Ziyi decided to implement exactly resembled one of these SAS drill. Resistance to shbang and stun grenade.


    Ling Qingyu already imagined the wild thrilling scenes of her heroically standing still calmly, in the face of multiple violent explosions, bursting out extremely urate shots on the targets. Nothing outside of her world affected her concentration, as if the world copsed she remained stoic like a Valkyrie.


    Wiping off the saliva with the back of her hand, Ling Qingyu came into the present again. She wasn''t as frightened as before. Since SAS operators aplished them, why couldn''t she?


    She had asked Tang Ziyi if the guards were also undergoing such training but received Tang Ziyi''s gaze of looking at an idiot.


    "Of course not until I try it out first with the best physique among us." That was Tang Ziyi''s words.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t know if they were supposed to be praising her worth or treating her as a guinea pig. She almost cried out her destion


    But she remembered Tang Ziyi was the one who cared deeply about her even without showing too obviously. Perhaps, this training hadn''t been tried yet but Tang Ziyi must have experienced them herself first.


    Well, technically, Ling Qingyu was correct in her guess. Tang Ziyi had toughened her ears'' and eyes'' sensors to abrupt dire changes in the surroundings. She had trained with real shbangs but not too often.


    However, Ling Qingyu''s was iparable with hers because training shbang was designed to care for the well-being of the recipient.


    While the two walked back, Ling Qingyu nced through the thick window and saw her guards training inside the cleanhouse. Her face looked stunned.


    Cleanhouse served as a simted room to train close-quarter battle. Usually, Ling Qingyu wouldn''t be too surprised. She had seen many videos shown online and her personal guards training once before.


    This time she saw several guards in formation wearing tactical clothing and vests. Two columns paving the way.


    Each had three guards, one with therge ballistic shield at the forefront, followed by two others peeking out their rifles on both sides, firing at the practice targets.


    Shield training drill. This was the first time Ling Qingyu saw. Withmon knowledge, she knew it was hard for women to hold the heavyweight with the given upper body strength. How on earth were her guards able to achieve easily without burden? Were the shields fake? No way, no one in the right mind would simte the battlefield with fake ones.


    Tang Ziyi also stopped her footsteps when she saw Ling Qingyu interested in the training below. She walked to the window and leaned her arms on.


    Noting Ling Qingyu''s astonished expression and her eyes mostly drawn to the shield, Tang Ziyi understood. "It seems you have questions."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. The guards advanced with shield protections, their tactics resembling Russian national guards'' slow and methodical approach.


    With sufficient protection, there weren''t any worries, regarding spray and pray behaviors from the enemies.


    For instance, the enemy could merely put the rifles outward without exposing their bodies and pull the trigger recklessly. Without shields, this made the operators difficult to advance forward, especially inw enforcement environments where grenades and other violent methods were supervised and restricted.


    "I thought you only liked the American one. Here, I saw you teaching them Russian." Ling Qingyu teased.


    "When did I say I like Americans?" Tang Ziyi humphed. "It''s just their methods are based on experiences and several real tests. They are definitely more reliable in terms ofbat strategy and tactics."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. Country A in this world also resembled America. Some might consider them as warmongering but which superpower wasn''t used of such titles?


    With power came great responsibility and these drew the country to wage war, regardless of national interest or out for its survival.


    Right now, most in her past world were eager for their country to staypletely out of conflicts. Although it might upgrade the image, in Ling Qingyu''s opinion, the result would be disastrous and the country wasn''t far from copse.


    Staying out meant an istion policy, which never worked when one studied any nation''s history. Only stupid people believed, that focusing on oneselfpletely would be beneficial in the long term.


    Of course, stretching everywhere without solving internal issues was also a problem. The conflict between the two strategies became too overwhelming even for the global superpower.


    Now, based on a news outlet, Ling Qingyu also discovered Country A has the same problem. As for Country R in the Bear continent, she had no idea because she found no resemnce at all.


    The autocratic government remained the same but the ruling party wasn''t a political party. The country was ruled by a monarch after slowly encroaching away the powers of various parties.


    These cases were too far away for Ling Qingyu to intervene and contemte. Even the City N wasn''t under her influence yet.


    The Russian methods disyed by her guards were extremely effective in the scenario likely yed out in the future in Province N. The exchange of fires between the parties, likely the situation fighting against criminals, under the cover of shields gave them an additional edge.(There is no bazooka or RPG)


    "Well, how about Russian?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Although most of their logic and ns seem feasible, it is very hard in reality. Except for show effect and propaganda, their tactics are mostly hmm." Tang Ziyi showed a difficult expression, which Ling Qingyu could guess. "However, coins always have two sides, including a rusted damaged one.


    In terms of shield tactics, their national guards are more experiencedpared to other units around the world."


    "So, our Sister Tang only brings out the advantages. I must thank you for your thoughts." Ling Qingyu said with a sigh. "Let''s forget about the tactics. I''m curious how in the world can my guards, especially females bear the weight of the shield. If I''m not wrong and I remember correctly, the shield weighs 20 kg at least."


    "18 kg to be exact." Tang Ziyi corrected.


    "Yeah, but it''s still heavy. Soldiers are trained to carry around 27 kg. In my opinion, don''t get me wrong, it must be hard for our female guards." Ling Qingyu expressed her doubt.


    The shields Ling Qingyu''s guard used were simr to the Russian version, only slightly wider and taller, covering more angles. The rest remained the same in terms of design.


    "What you meant is impossible, right?" Tang Ziyi wasn''t angry. Ling Qingyu nodded, beckoning for more exnation.


    Tang Ziyi added: "I also know the problems. Even among Russian elite units, very few were capable or eligible for longbat with shields. But you have to know, it''s not the upper body''s strength, like the style used by the West. Look carefully at their waists."


    Tang Ziyi pointed at the shield-bearer figure and Ling Qingyu''s eyes followed. Indeed, the shield was lifted up by one arm while there was another connection to the tactical belt.


    In other words, even without the use of arms'' strength, the shield was attached to a person''s waist.


    A look of understanding shed on Ling Qingyu''s face. In this way, even females could lift the shields, without burden on their upper body weight.


    Of course, the theory wasn''t new because Ling Qingyu had seen, some SWAT members experimenting on the shields.


    "I see. The old fashion." Ling Qingyu said. The old fashion sacrificed maneuverability for protection. Chapter Discover:


    "Russian way works." Tang Ziyi said with a smirk. "But my shield is different. You already knew the special ballistic protection clothing, worn by your subordinates. They were light yet extremely resistant to impact. There are other benefits but they aren''t important in our context."


    "So¡­" Ling Qingyu guessed what Tang Ziyi wanted to say next but she wasn''t sure.


    "Since I can manufacture light bulletproof armor clothing, what makes you think I cannot do the same for Ker-like vests, shields, and helmets." Tang Ziyi smiled and spread her hands.


    F**k. Ling Qingyu already felt like Tang Ziyi was too cheating!

 Chapter 277: Tang Ziyi forgot

    "Russian way works." Tang Ziyi said with a smirk. "But my shield is different. You already knew the special ballistic protection clothing, worn by your subordinates. They were light yet extremely resistant to impact. There are other benefits but they aren''t important in our context."


    "So¡­" Ling Qingyu guessed what Tang Ziyi wanted to say next but she wasn''t sure.


    "Since I can manufacture light bulletproof armor clothing, what makes you think I cannot do the same for Ker-like vests, shields, and helmets." Tang Ziyi smiled and spread her hands.


    F**k. Ling Qingyu already felt like Tang Ziyi was too cheating!


    With Athena''s existence, they could take over the world, even without her control. Ling Qingyu felt lucky the two were allies instead of her opponents. She really sweated for her enemies.


    "God damnit." Ling Qingyu cussed under her breath. "I''m really happy and scared at the same time. This dichotomy of two emotions is the first time I ever experienced."


    "Do you wanna listen to the details?"


    "Sure, I''m all ears. Any new technology raises my interest. Too bad, I can''t use them for business yet." Ling Qingyu replied with regret.


    The technologies Tang Ziyi and Athena discovered together in mere weeks could shock the entire world. Any of their products could easily suppress the opponents, which was what most businesspeople sought after.


    Ling Qingyu hadn''t consolidated her position and prestige, despite her economic strength in Province N yet. Where would she have the opportunity to freely engage in the defense industry¡ªthe number one driver of every country''s economy, especially for powerful countries?


    Before she had time to sell her products and gain profits, her industry was likely to be eaten by others at the top of the food chains.


    Until she could hurt them, she better not engage in those industries and make a delicious meal for others instead.


    But Tang Ziyi''s and Athena''s sess reminded Ling Qingyu of the enormous research capability she possessed, in terms of calctions, simtion and testing.


    If there was a talented scientist under her arms, the progress might be faster than theirs. Ling Qingyu kept the option of searching for a possible talent in the future in her mind.


    Hearing Ling Qingyu''s idea to endeavor, Tang Ziyi smiled. "You''ll have your own show soon. I''ve talked about the armor clothingst time but haven''t exined in detail."


    Ling Qingyu listened to Tang Ziyi speaking about the products, she and Athena produced. Having known the armored clothing during the chaosst time to affirm her decision to send her guards to help Yang Qingyue, which had opened Ling Qingyu''s eyes, the other products didn''t cause too much ripple in her heart. But she remained shocked as she listened more.


    Tang Ziyi''s mission in the past world obtained secret data of a special soft type of clothing, which was resilient and tough enough to resist explosion and high-velocity shrapnel impact, capable of defending against bullet rounds.


    Even in the current world, the resources to synthesize a new metal element were expensive and time-consuming. However, the nano-advanced printer Athena possessed solved everything.


    Although it couldn''t be called mass productions, synthesizing them inrger numbers to suit the needs of her guards didn''t seem like a daunting task. Despite harsh requirements and stringent constrictions to produce one, the nano printer served its maximum role.


    Instead of directly manufacturing the products, nano printers could produce raw materials as long as the materials'' properties and variables were known.


    ording to Tang Ziyi''s description, the ck special tactical clothing, worn by her guards, resembled the prototypes, envisioned by many superpowers in their concepts for future soldiers. Even Russians in her past world had tested out simr frag-suits.


    Ling Qingyu was stunned to see, that her guards had equipment exceeding the state of the arts of all nations. "By the way, you said fragsuits?" Ling Qingyu inquired.


    "Yes, it''s fragsuit. You should have seen their videos, unting the sess, which is probably propaganda¡ªa fully armed person walking through minefields of explosions and trails of bullets." Tang Ziyi described the scene with a shrug.


    Ling Qingyu nodded doubtfully. She seemed to have seen the same scenes but she wasn''t too sure, because Tang Ziyi''s description also depicted the exact scenes she had seen in the drone footage during the fiercebatst week with her guards fighting against the gangs.


    In any case, while countries were still facing blockades and shortages of data, her team of Tang Ziyi and Athena had seeded in a breakthrough. But Tang Ziyi still reminded without Athena''s nano printer, the production was still incapable, which meant they had yet to seed.


    So, mass production and sales for them to the national defense force were miles away from the shore. Nheless, equipping for themselves was enough, without costing anything.


    Only a week had passed, and the special clothing had been upgraded to a newer version. With an addition of 2 kg weight, the clothing was more resistant and contained the spreading of force concept, seen in the movie of Marvel ck Panther.


    Although Ling Qingyu had no idea how the concept worked, Tang Ziyi and Athena managed to design them and included them in the clothing through a woven thin fiberwork inside.


    The special fiber, despite its tiny size made from a new element, whenbined together into clothing could now even resist armor-piercing calibers, including 50-caliber rounds without causing damage to the wearer''s body through shock.


    The result totally contrasted the first prototypes'' features. Having stronger protection raised Ling Qingyu''s guards'' confidence.


    But, Ling Qingyu asked: "What''s the use of shields then if your clothing can resist? I think it''s unnecessary, right?"


    Tang Ziyi nodded. "Yes, you''re correct. Yet, you don''t put importance to hiding the secrets. What if others know about our products? It''s better to hide as much as we can till we disy to the public."


    "Are you sure that''s the reason?" Ling Qingyu eyed Tang Ziyi beside her suspiciously. "Come on, tell me the truth."


    Tang Ziyi pped her forehead and clicked her tongue. "At least, direct impact can be avoided through shield protection. There would be no pain unlike the clothing resisting the damage. After all, warriors will be in trouble during the period they suffer sudden pain."


    Ling Qingyu''s brows twitched. Soldiers were afraid of pain. What nonsense exnation? Perhaps, Ling Qingyu''s expression was too obvious, Tang Ziyi immediately retorted.


    "Don''t underestimate the degree pain can affect the battlefield. During the fierce exchange, a soldier might be stunned for a few seconds when extreme pain impacted his or her brain." Tang Ziyi exined. "Although it''s only a short period of time, in battle, everything can change even in a second. The enemies might exploit the gap."


    Ling Qingyu nodded, controlling herself from smiling at Tang Ziyi''s forceful exnation. Even though Tang Ziyi''s depiction of the situation had some points, but usage of a shield to prevent pain was pure nonsense.


    "Who in the right mind would shoot above a 50-Caliber machine gun portable, without a stable position? Maneuverability is more important than shield protecting limiting mobility." Ling Qingyu retorted. "Are you going to stand against the huge guns mounted on the vehicles with shields?"


    Imagining the scenes of brave soldiers using her shields against the rapidly firing armored vehicles like Bradley and BMP, Tang Ziyi copsed mentally. The picture was too unsightly.

 Chapter 278: Incorporation of exoskeleton

    Hearing Ling Qingyu''s description, Tang Ziyi touched her nose in embarrassment. Her focus went too far ahead on the protection level that she forgot whether her inventions and tactical application made sense.


    She was really so keen on upgrading the protection level that when Ling Qingyu pointed out, Tang Ziyi''s head burned in shame.


    "Alright, you don''t need to think too much, considering only you and Athena worked together on the project. Sometimes, people be obsessed that they forget the effectiveness." Ling Qingyu decided to change the topic. "Next time, you can include Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu to get their opinions. Having more members meant more brains. They might see something you cannot."


    Although Ling Qingyu could continue to mock Tang Ziyi mercilessly, she had to restrain herself. Lest, she hadn''t gotten out of Tang Ziyi''s palm, especially the daily training sessions in theing days.


    There was already a shbang; who knew what hell days might be? Tang Ziyi thought deeply about Ling Qingyu''s words and agreed.


    Perhaps, Tang Ziyi''s logic went from when she was only focusing on the goals to upgrade the protection level and forget about effectiveness and logic.


    After all, there wasn''t any waste or loss in cost; so, consideration for efficiency and realism disappeared.


    "You''re right. From now on, I''ll call them in whenever I have a new concept." Tang Ziyi said.


    "So, this shield other than being lighter and more protective, is there any benefits that I don''t know?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "When you say it like this, it seems no." Tang Ziyi''s cheek reddened. "But at least, they protect our special clothing''s weak spot."


    "Weak spot?"


    The special clothing didn''t only mean a piece of fabric over the body. The design and concept of special clothing included gloves, shoes, kneepads, helmets and armored vests. Thetter two appeared to have been made from Ker but they were for the public eyes to see. In fact, the entire clothes were made from new materials.


    From head to toe, everything was well-protected but the face area was a weak spot, because of difort and unrealistic coverage over the face.


    Although a hood, made of the same material, still provided protection, the eyes and nose remained vulnerable. Therefore, Tang Ziyi filled in the gap with a ballistic visor attached to the helmet.


    If others heard theint about such weakness from Tang Ziyi''s and Ling Qingyu''s discussion, many researchers mightmit suicide and curse¡ªwhy not just be Iron Man, like in the movies?


    Tang Ziyi''s system saved lives. Piercing weapons, apart fromrge caliber used on battle tanks and heavy armored vehicles, were of no use. Even the shockwave and the remaining energy from the kic impact were easily solved by the fabric design.


    They had reached the milestones many hoped for and were still dissatisfied. Ling Qingyu was also speechless against Tang Ziyi''s pursuit but didn''t say against her thought, because Tang Ziyi''s eagerness also meant safer protection for her subordinates.


    "But of course, that is only because we stay with the mainstream idea, regarding our guards." Tang Ziyi said with a shrug. "I''m developing a helmet, that already covers the entire head, no spot of skin would ever be shown unprotected, like you see in those futuristic sci-fi movies of infantry soldiers."


    Ling Qingyu immediately envisioned cyber-punk warriors, with a soft metallic taste wrapped around her subordinates'' bodies, and shouted COOL inwardly.


    Menacing and deadly!


    Understanding Tang Ziyi''s worries about why they still weren''t used yet, Ling Qingyu nodded and also felt current protection was sufficient. Ling Qingyu asked suddenly: "What if we increase the weight of the clothes, does this also increase our protection?"


    "Of course, that''s the theory proven not long ago." Tang Ziyi affirmed her guess. "However, increasing the weight also burdens the carrier. Thepromise between maneuverability and protection isn''t worth increasing. But if you want a safer levelparable to Iron Man in the movie, I have an idea, which we''re also venturing together, test after test under Athena''s supervision."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes brightened and beckoned Tang Ziyi to continue.


    Tang Ziyi: "While increasing thickness for better protection and maintaining the same weight, I have asked Athena to experiment with incorporating an exoskeleton tform into our clothing equipment.''


    "Exoskeleton?!" Ling Qingyu was shocked. Coming to think carefully, since the special clothing hade out, it was only a matter of time before a sessful exoskeleton came out. "Is that the thing that I know like metal rods attached to the body?"


    Tang Ziyi''s eyelids twitched at the way Ling Qingyu described. "No, I meant incorporating the exoskeleton concept not attaching them to our suits."


    What Tang Ziyi meant was the style of clothing didn''t change but the internal structures where eyes couldn''t observe would be designed to produce the same benefits as the exoskeleton, which was the extent Ling Qingyu understood.


    As for the logic and theories behind it, Ling Qingyu felt dizzy, listening to Tang Ziyi''s exnation. She was really not born to be a scientist.


    A full-body nano-suit, capable of exhibiting stronger strength beyond human limits and carrying huge loads without burden, was the theme here.


    Increasing stamina, endurance, and strength facilitated warriors on the battlefield though Ling Qingyu doubted her guards need now.


    "But I think it''s unnecessary, right?"


    "For now, Yes. Not, so likely in the future. Besides, the exoskeleton removes any biological limits. You should understand the meaning." Tang Ziyi said. "So, I hope to equip your subordinates soon."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. The prevalent benefits from Tang Ziyi''s words was a game-changer.However, Ling Qingyu''s forehead budged, hearing Tang Ziyi''s focus solely on military developments.


    She had a headache. Though the products were awesome, there wasn''t any real benefits to her to upgrade her status. She should definitely search around for more talents and trustable person so that her secrets could be shared.


    Would she have to let her subordinates gun around and threatened others? Well, at the minimum, in a dangerous living area of Province N, she had a big breathing space.


    Her n for forming a mercenary group seemed easy, looking at the prospects. Ling Qingyuforted herself.


    Not knowing what Ling Qingyu had in mind, Tang Ziyi spoke. "In addition, even without exoskeleton tform, ours are already light-weighted. It''ll be better after a sessful development because this means less damages on our subordinates'' bodies."


    "What damage?" Ling Qingyu was stunned and worried. She had never known how her guards suffered hidden diseases.


    "It''s more worrisome for us women, especially carrying heavy loads with our innately weaker upper body strength." Tang Ziyi exined. "Even men experience them. Many research and testimonies suggest veterans probably suffer heavy spinal damages. Some even have to undergo surgery for cure or erase pain."


    Ling Qingyu gasped. She never really knew. And Tang Ziyi didn''t me Ling Qingyu because the public weren''t really aware apart from those rted to the military families.


    Because the urrence was getting higher among veterans, many governments had taken the case seriously. Of course, consideration for the simple infantryman was never priority one in many countries, except those highly developed ones with extreme care for human rights.


    "Wow! I never know." Ling Qingyu said bitterly. "I now felt guilty for my guards after you tell me." Ling Qingyu sent a nce filled with me and helplessness."


    "Don''t look at me." Tang Ziyi shrugged. "You don''t need to feel responsible for them. Every single one of us working in the sector will encounter this problem and I''m also sorting out solutions for them."


    "Fortunately, you have considered everything. Otherwise, my heart might be full of me, after founding a mercenary group in the future." Ling Qingyu patted her chest in relief. "Include Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu in your research too. I want to see your development quicken."


    Especially when Ling Qingyu knew her guards served as special police member outside with full kit, her heart ached and she felt unbearable. The sooner the problem was solved, the better.

 Chapter 279: Tang Ziyis research on physique strengthening

    Actually, Ling Qingyu''s worries were too superfluous. The chances of her guards suffering these damages were close to zero with Tang Ziyi equipping them prior. Especially, the materials were very lightweight.


    In fact, the real damage came from long-term strain on the bodies, wearing body armor for so long during the patrol and sentry mission. A simr effect could be seen in Olympic athletes, where many grew older than they were supposed to and their bodies'' capability dropped after using their full potential.


    Likewise, the long-term burden of weight from above would have impacts on the bodies, creating hidden diseases for the soldiers. As seen in astronauts, living in outer space for a longer period of time, they had problems with their backs and spines.


    So, the short period of her guards working should not bring damage to their bodies. Not to mention, Tang Ziyi, who was aware of the future crisis, was searching for solutions, beginning with reducing the weight of the equipment.


    Technology solved everything. With Tang Ziyi''s other concept, the bridge between the male gender and the female gender became obsolete, almost non-existent.


    If Tang Ziyi''s future products like soft exoskeleton system suits became widespread around the world, the era where physical strength was prioritized, would be gone.


    Particrly in areas, where strength was the prerequisite. Even women would have no problems, tackling the harsher upations. True equality would suffice.


    Naturally, the inner mindset was of the utmost importance than the physical strength. Without a strong mentality, no mass of external bits of help would let a woman hold half of the sky.


    As for those who always sought help from others, Ling Qingyu could shake her head in dismay. Only those who deserved to be saved would be given a hand. She didn''t want to me those women, who depended on or making use of others, as long her work reached those in need for independence themselves.


    Ling Qingyu guessed that society might change again if these technologies were unveiled to the public. In fact, machinery where robots recing areas where high strengths were required had already begun to change the work environment.


    These things were far beyond the equation she currently could calcte. It was better not to affect ideology and socialogy when situations were not under her control.


    The results could lead to counterproductive dilemmas. Speaking of strength, Ling Qingyu remembered the items she bought from the auction.


    The most indispensable one¡ªan ancient tablet with inscribed scriptures. She had given it to Tang Ziyi to research together with Athena. She hoped they achieved some results.


    Tang Ziyi: You thought too much. How could we find anything within a week? (shing middle finger!)


    Athena (coquettishly ttering): Don''t listen Mom. As long as I''m here, research progress taking 1 year can be shortened to 1 second.


    "Sister Tang, now that you mention about strength, how''s the cultivation sutra, I ask you to investigate?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    Tang Ziyi pursed her lips. "Not much had gained at the moment apart from trantion. Well, not quite." Tang Ziyi paused. "I''m familiar with those secret sutras and methods; but because there''s no aura or so which they described in the scriptures in this universe, the method is hopeless."


    Ling Qingyu sighed. Sadness and regrets floated inside her head. "That''s a pity." The bitterness after huge expectations were squashed, brought some pain.


    "But¡ª" Tang Ziyi continued.


    Ling Qingyu was speechless. Why didn''t she speak quicker instead of drowning her in the water? Sooner orter she would choke under Tang Ziyi''s action. If not for wanting to know thetter''s words, Ling Qingyu had a substantial desire to strangle Tang Ziyi.


    She almost forgot Miss System might have a reason to let Tang Ziyi work on the tablet. Now the results were seen with her eyes. Sure enough, Tang Ziyi didn''t disappoint her.


    "Aura might be useless. But I found an inspiration to derive a specific method to strengthen physically." Tang Ziyi spoke.


    "It won''t include masochistic abuses, right?" Ling Qingyu sounded suspicious.


    Tang Ziyi rolled her eyes and muttered. "You watch too many cultivation novels and should stop."


    Ling Qingyu couldn''t be med because any practitioners in the arts of strengthening, more or less had the same motto¡ªno pain no gain. Well, they had even exceeded this demand, abusing their body to forge the bones and muscle to steel-like existence.


    "You can''t me me. Those novels and myths are the nearest I can have reference to." Ling Qingyu said.


    "You aren''tpletely wrong. But physical cultivation doesn''t need abuse as foundations like you thought. Not always!" Tang Ziyi corrected. "Today''s modern era might have technologies to assist the progress."


    Tang Ziyi carried on speaking. "Let me give you an example. Imagine if someone trains their bodies to the cellr level, like we strengthen our muscles. The amount of force generated underbined work from every cell will be substantially enormous. For instance, you should know Wing Chun''s one-inch punch."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. Although she had no idea how the mechanism worked, within a short distance toe up with a force that could throw away a person for several meters was magnificent in Ling Qingyu''s eyes.


    The superb technique and control of every twist of muscles from arms, waist, wrist and finger plus the bones cooperating together in synchrony. Thebination of equations till the final snap generated such an amount. Ling Qingyu, despite her endeavors in the past weeks, still hadn''t mastered these precise intrinsic techniques.


    Tang Ziyi''s description meant in future cultivation, based on the techniques and sutras she was currently researching, a person could theoretically exert 10 times the maximum force a normal body allowed.


    Can someone picture a scene where a little girl beats up a humongous figure and ps him till he even doubts his birth? Of course, there was also a serious disadvantage.


    "How about resistance to being beaten?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    Even though Ling Qingyu''s words turned weird, Tang Ziyi understood her meaning. "Strengthening includes physique which means resilience, endurance, and everything had increased. The only downside might be not to the level we expected and eating too much." Tang Ziyi coughed in embarrassmentter.


    After all, the energy consumption for an exercise to train to the cellr level must be astronomical to produce a massive force. Based on Tang Ziyi''s reaction, Ling Qingyu knew she must have already tried.


    "It doesn''t matter. I can handle the increase in servings. With more strength means more protection." Ling Qingyu waved her hand, not caring about the future cost she must sustain. "How''s the result of your new method based on your cellr-something theory."


    "Combining my past experience, plus the immortal knowledge and equipped with the best simtion, it''s only a matter of time before I''ll release a proven sessful method. For now, I''m also in a trial stage." Tang Ziyi said with a shrug.


    "But won''t it be dangerous if you experiment it on yourself?" Ling Qingyu asked worriedly.


    "Please don''t worry. I have confidence. You look down on me too much." Tang Ziyi shook her head, amused. "My old title, resounding in my world, isn''t for nothing. Not mentioning, I''m the only one capable of deciphering the secrets, given my background."


    "You witch doesn''t want a moment without arrogance, huh?"Ling Qingyu didn''t say more. Tang Ziyi wasn''t someone who would risk her life arbitrarily. She had better self-control than hers.


    Rapid gunshots from the Cleanhouse drew both of their eyes. While Tang Ziyi''s expression remained unchanged, Ling Qingyu was horrified and cursed. "What the actual f**k?"

 Chapter 280: Woman are liars too!

    Tang Ziyi''s lips twitched at Ling Qingyu''s outcry. What a fuss! Daily practice for the guards and she just upgraded to another tier.


    If Ling Qingyu heard Tang Ziyi considering the training she just saw now as a mere upgrade, she would have full courage to punch Tang Ziyi in her face. Or even hung Tang Ziyi in the air and shook her brain out.


    The only reason she was able to hold her emotion in was the knowledge that her guards were using practice simted rounds, producing realistic effects and deafening sound while reducing the pration power from a harming level.


    In fact, anyone in the ce of Ling Qingyu, would find the training before her outrageous. Too outrageous might be an understatement.


    While both were conversing on strengthening topics, the guards finished drilling the usage of shield formation and began room-clearing drills with shields at the forefront. As soon as the team made entry, they were met with heavy fire through the threshold.


    Literally, bullets flying toward the team. The forefront member of the team felt the greatest pressure. Her hands quivered from the rounds impacting the shield.


    The rest of the team stayed exactly behind, away from the trails of bullets. She ryed the description of the target to her team members behind of what she saw through the tiny ss area.


    A member behind peaked a little, stretching her rifle out to aim the target, disying only a portion of the helmet and the barrel on the side of the shield. Not even wasting a second, a burst of fire spewed out of the muzzle and the iing fire disappeared.


    From above, Tang Ziyi nodded in satisfaction, seeing the guards'' reaction she trained. On the other hand, Ling Qingyu was at a loss for words.


    Although the bullets used were simted training rounds, depicting very close to realities through Athena''s and Tang Ziyi''s innovation, shooting against each other shut down Ling Qingyu''s brain.


    Well, not shooting against each other but the situation was simr. Some practice targets were equipped with firearms and moved around on wheels. They were the culprits shooting around.


    These were autonomous robots which made Ling Qingyu speechless¡ªif not for Athena''s reliance on her, Sk terror was very close. She didn''t know if her subordinates were aware of her high-tier technology, more advanced and sophisticated than the whole world.


    Perhaps, ignorance was a gift. And Athena had designed them to not appear futuristic and suit the timeline''s aesthetic. So, this might be the reason these robots didn''t bring too much surprise.


    Once the appropriate targets were shot, the machine spewing out fire died down, signaling the threat was neutralized.


    Ling Qingyu could see clearly the guards'' teamwork, trust, and discipline. Their instinctive reaction toward suppressive fire impressed her. Upon finding a threat, information was ryed quickly and processed, without needing much decision from the leadership position, every member knew what their tasks were.


    The whole process didn''t take more than a second, the target was downed. Room after room, there wasn''t a mess. Even if the team encountered an ambush, set up by someone above, they reacted appropriately.


    Frankly, Ling Qingyu had never seen such a simr exercise, allowing a realistic battle apart from Russian. But they still used balloons as targets while the ''enemy'' shot at them specifically at an area designated a little away from the team. Everyone was specifically told to prevent fratricide and injuries.


    Even many countries used airsoft for the simted exercise. The downside was they were nowhere near real-live fire exchange.


    Instead, her subordinates were experiencing the precious lessons and familiarity of a real gunfight. These were only because of Tang Ziyi and Athena.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu''s existence was also the reason.


    "The projectile fired out of the barrel seemed hard when you touch them but it''s actually very brittle. Upon particr impact, it copses. So you don''t need to worry about injuries." Tang Ziyi said to answer Ling Qingyu''s curiosity.


    "Although the impact is more painful than the airsoft matches, remember everyone is wearing protective gears; so, the feeling remains the same, if not a little bit more."


    The same? Ling Qingyu smiled wryly. Even after wearing protective clothing, the pain was simr to or more than those in airsoft and paintball matches, what if there weren''t any protections.


    Maybe people might cry Mom and Dad and faint. Ling Qingyu shook her head, amused, thinking of her guards swearing out unbearable words, forgetting themselves as pretty women.


    "I never thought the exercises can be so intense." Someone said with a sigh, interrupting Ling Qingyu''s inner thought. "As expected why none of my elite members areparable with yours."


    The rattleing from gunfire in the cleanhouse prevented Ling Qingyu from noticing another person hade in. Ling Qingyu stopped watching the training and turned her head.


    She saw Yang Qingyue, within arm''s reach close to her. Yang Qingyue folded her arms as shemented. Ling Qingyu''s mind forgot about everything and only Yang Qingyue''s figure remained in her eyes.


    The policewoman she always desired, was wearing a high-ranking uniform. A blue shirt, a white braided cord on the left shoulder, and a dark blue skirt with high heels underneath. She must have been to the ceremonial event today.


    The exhaustion from being forced around this morning by Tang Ziyi dissipated after seeing Yang Qingyue''s presence. Ling Qingyu felt deeply healed. The yearning and lost desire from the night reignited. She wanted to hold Sister Yang in her arms and pamper her. Just when she was about to reach over, a cough shattered her impulse.


    When she nced over, Cai Ning was covering her mouth with a fist. Surely, someone was the culprit. Su Ruomei was also around but her focus was on the training underneath like Yang Qingyue.


    Seeing her sneaky act being found out, Ling Qingyu was also embarrassed. But who made her have a skin as thick as a city wall? Ling Qingyu regained her strong elegance and nodded toward Cai Ning.


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu patted Yang Qingyue''s back, not even withdrawing her hand. "Well, what have you been up to these days?"


    Cai Ning, observing on the sideline, had her lips twitched. Her suspicion hade true. Based on Ling Qingyu''s courage and Yang Qingyue''s momentarily daze asionally during work, Cai Ning appeared to have discovered the truth and gasped inwardly.


    Her eyes wandered between the two graceful women and sighed, mourning for the men who were still single. Although the sight was beautiful, if the news spread, many men striving to gain the attraction of Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue might copse psychologically.


    Tang Ziyi ignored what was going on around her and continued watching. Ling Qingyu''s cheeky behavior hadn''t gone unnoticed. This was nothingpared to the earlier morning''s shameful event.


    Once you have tasted the fruit, anyone will be reluctant to part ways. Ling Qingyu had experienced the charming night, despite being led around by Yang Qingyue and feeling embarrassed; how could she not think about love every day.


    "Doing fine, meeting a lot of people which I hated." Yang Qingyue murmured.


    "Hmm." Ling Qingyu uttered.


    The two''s interaction appeared estranged yet incredibly close. Both had a lot to say and didn''t know where to start. A heartwarming silence brewed if one ignored Cai Ning, whose face was full ofints¡ªwho was it, promising to never separate from her during childhood.


    She snorted inwardly. Hmph!

 Chapter 281: Su Ruomeis trouble

    While Yang Qingyue''s awkwardness was slowly going away, under Ling Qingyu''s soft bullets. She had no idea her childhood friend was feeling resentful of breaking promises.


    Anyone experiencing love was never reliable, Cai Ning thought. Women were the same, especially the ones who easily made promises and looked very serious.


    Thinking of the possible closeness between Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue, Cai Ning became envious. Well, why was she envious though? Because someone robbed away her Little Sister Yang?


    The way Cai Ning stared at Ling Qingyu was like looking at a big bad wolf. Woof! Somehow, Cai Ning heard a specific sound of a cartoon, she watched during her childhood and shook her head in amusement.


    Ling Qingyu''s spine straightened, her intuition told her somebody was thinking bad about her from around. No need to guess around, who else but among this group of women who might be against her apart from Cai Ning.


    Although she had no clues on what Cai Ning''s inner thoughts were, Ling Qingyu wasn''t too worried and ignored this policewoman¡ªno threat.


    ording to Athena''s report, Cai Ning worked in an intelligence service¡ªMSS¡ªmost feared and renowned for the sharp des of the head of state. Despite being unwritten on the paper about her past work, Ling Qingyu understood Cai Ning didn''t have an easy life.


    Yang Qingyue''s pressure to keep Cai Ning around by all means already proved everything. It was also good for Cai Ning to apany Yang Qingyue based on her experience, especially the table battle between politicians.


    If Cai Ning''s ability was used well, Ling Qingyu calcted the probability of the ns she shelved in her heart for sess. Cai Ning was also another viable general.


    Cai Ning''s attention on Yang Qingyue''s rtionship didn''tst long when multiple bangsing from underneath attracted most of hers. In contrast to Yang Qingyue, Cai Ning cursed because, throughout her career, she had never seen any of the nation''s special forces she had known trained like Ling Qingyu''s guards.


    Her simr reaction to Ling Qingyu amused Tang Ziyi, who shook her head and smiled. She didn''t bother to exin the seemingly dangerous bullets flying around were not threatening.


    Some secrets, it was better not to talk about. Both Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning might have some suspicions but they weren''t willing to ask because everyone had something to hide.


    If people were read by others like a transparent sheet of paper, no one would feel good. It was for this reason that many people didn''t like to associate with people who could read their minds.


    Actually, the past and present Ling Qingyu had this ability. She could specte several possibilities within a snap of a finger based on the variables disyed by others.


    Ling Qingyu was warming up at Yang Qingyue, whose attention wasn''t obviously on the gunfight training below. She tried to find a topic but was always cut off by Yang Qingyue''s short words. She was almost speechless.


    Yang Qingyue didn''t seem to resist her approach but why this behavior. Ling Qingyu thought for a while and threw them away as useless.


    "Alright, I know you are busy these days but why not give me a call or answer my phone?" Ling Qingyu whined, grasping Yang Qingyue''s cloth and pulling it up and down. A childish behavior but one that hit Yang Qingyue''s heart.


    Sensing Ling Qingyu''s action, Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes helplessly. She really couldn''t pretend to be serious in front of Ling Qingyu any longer.


    Especially, after the heated night, where she took the initiative, Yang Qingyue was still in disbelief whenever she recalled the memory.


    At least, one thing satisfying was that she was the only one to see innocent Ling Qingyu in contrast to the iceberg goddess, whose temperament terrified many people. The stunned expression of Ling Qingyu at that night was so cute as if begging Yang Qingyue to bully her.


    And so she did indeed, as requested. Ling Qingyu had no strength to fight back. The courageous initiative was lost under Yang Qingyue''s supreme tactics.


    "Stop your childish behavior." Yang Qingyue chided but was ignored. "In fact, a temporary separation is the right choice, isn''t it? It lets me think more clearly."


    "So, what have you thought?" Ling Qingyu asked as she inched closer. The two''s movements weren''t noticed except for Tang Ziyi.


    Though Ling Qingyu knew Yang Qingyue''s final decision seemed to not resist her advance, she would be lying if she wasn''t nervous.


    "You''re really my nemesis since we started meeting the first day." Yang Qingyue said inint. "You''re always the one bringing annoyance and destroying my concentration''s ability. What''s more¡ªI cannot even shield that night''s event."


    Ling Qingyu also blushed when she thought of the specific night. Oh! How on earth did she lose momentum against Yang Qingyue? She was mercilessly suppressed on the battlefield, having no rooms to fight back. "Well, what were you thinking to take so long?"


    "The future obstacles and the feasibility." Yang Qingyue''s answer didn''t bring any shock to Ling Qingyu.


    "Don''t think about those too much. I already had said, I''ll take care of those." Ling Qingyu knew what Yang Qingyue was worried about andforted.


    "Yeah, that''s the exact answer Ie to after careful consideration." Yang Qingyue replied. "Try it out first and solve problems in the process. Thinking too much is never a good thing."


    Ling Qingyu''s right arm reached over Yang Qingyue''s back while the other hand searched to grasp Yang Qingyue''s fingers. "En¡­As it should. You know you''ve touched what many desired. You must take responsibility."


    Yang Qingyue''s face darkened at Ling Qingyu''s shamelessness. What responsibility? It seemed she wasn''t the aggressor. She was defending herself! Yang Qingyue swatted away Ling Qingyu''s palm and scolded. "Pay attention to your surroundings.


    There are still sisters around us. Don''t embarrass yourself."


    "So, you meant if we''re alone, this is fine." Ling Qingyu remained cheeky and didn''t mind Yang Qingyue''s rejection. "Besides, I don''t mind if someone sees me. There''s only Tang Ziyi, Su Ruomei and Cai Ning. I''ll do the same thing in public too. It''s better so that other men will know you belong to me."


    Of course, Ling Qingyu would avoid this behavior in public spaces when her strength wasn''t enough. Laying low before announcing oneself was the kingly method.


    Yang Qingyue''s lips twitched. She was unsure whether Ling Qingyu''s words were serious and decided to change topics. "Are the armor trucks that I requested ready?"


    "Of course. I''ll ask my subordinates to drive them over." Ling Qingyu quickly became serious when the topic was rted to important business, despite fully aware Yang Qingyue was trying to divert attention.


    While both of them were whispering like lovebirds, the rest of the women had their attention on the training below. Su Ruomei had her face filled with pride and joy because those guards were herrades, most of whom she knew from the military.


    She was delighted to see their skills improved and the living conditions of the younger sisters getting better. After all, as the eldest sister from the military in Ling Qingyu''s group, she must take care of all the girls.


    Tang Ziyi''s expression didn''t change much. No one knew what she was thinking. Cai Ning tapped her chin,ing up with persuasive words so that Ling Qingyu could provide training to the officers.


    Then, she felt it was impossible. Police work and military work were never the same. In terms of firefights and tactics, Ling Qingyu''s guards could handle it impably. If real police work came into the equation, they were likely to be paralyzed too.


    The status quo seemed better, Ling Qingyu''s subordinates solely serving as anti-violence personnel. After the exercise ended, Ling Qingyu''s group still hadn''t dispersed.


    Su Ruomei sighed and looked troubled. Ling Qingyu noticed her expression and quickly asked.

 Chapter 282: Su Ruomeis trouble [2]

    "Is there any trouble?" Ling Qingyu''s inquiry brought everyone''s attention to Su Ruomei''s figure.


    Su Ruomei showed hesitance, biting her tongue, probably constructing her words. Ling Qingyu became more curious, seeing her behavior.


    "Well, Sister Ling, it''s about the recruitment." Su Ruomei''s eyes darted toward Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning.


    Understanding her meaning, Ling Qingyu paused and gestured Su Ruomei to continue. Having just warmed up with Yang Qingyue, she didn''t want to freeze the tension between the two.


    Cai Ning, the person she must avoid unveiling secrets, was also okay because her behavior had told Ling Qingyu¡ªCai Ning was more loyal to the job than the country.


    She didn''t have any lofty ideal as Yang Qingyue did. Now that she worked together with Yang Qingyue, her actions would support her friend.


    Anyway, Ling Qingyu found nothing to hide regarding recruitment except for many more girls entering the job of bodyguards. After all, having more than 200 bodyguards sounded very suspicious, especially where the party could easily wield firearms.


    Yang Qingyue noticed their behavior and didn''t say much. As for what she felt inside, who knew? That was the reason Ling Qingyu didn''t dare to bet.


    Seeing Ling Qingyu not minding, Su Ruomei spoke. "I have a friend who lost her job. She''s a veteran pilot and asks me for a job after hearing some news about our recruitment."


    "What''s the matter? I have given you all the permission." Ling Qingyu replied, feeling strange as to why Su Ruomei disyed reluctance.


    "It''s hard to say." Su Ruomei stopped talking, scratching the back of her head.


    "You said she''s your friend. What''s holding you back?" Ling Qingyu was puzzled. "Is her skill so bad that you felt troublesome?"


    "Of course, not." Su Ruomei objected. "She''s very good. Among the best too. It''s just only in terms of flying. As for fighting ability, I can''t say a word."


    "So, what''s the type of ne she flew?" Tang Ziyi asked from the corner. She was interested in the person, described by Su Ruomei.


    "Fighter jet, though an old one. Later on, she flew a big transport ne." Su Ruomei said.


    "Well, that means she definitely has some skills." Tang Ziyi said with a nod.


    "Indeed, she has, but there''s a problem, which I don''t know how to describe." Su Ruomei said.


    "Is her character bad enough to even annoy our forever stoic Sister Su?" Ling Qingyu teased.


    "Hmph! I ignore you then." Su Ruomei was also nomittal and fought back. "In fact, it''s just a little annoying to me."


    "How so?" Tang Ziyi''s question became more inquisitive. For the emotionally salted fish-like Su Ruomei to show unbearableness, something remarkable from her friend must be the reason.


    "Well, we used to have conflicts during our deployment." Su Ruomei said.


    "Hold on." Tang Ziyi raised her hand. "She''s from the air force, and you''re from thend force. How do you two meet?"


    Su Ruomei delivered a bitter nce and gritted her teeth. "Don''t interrupt me. I was just about to exin, Sister Tang."


    Tang Ziyi tapped her nose in embarrassment. Hearing a talented pilot, reaching in to work for Ling Qingyu, her heart to recruit surged.


    She coughed and patted her chest, beckoning Su Ruomei to continue. "Our special brigade had a rare encounter in one of the military exercises. I won''t talk about the stories in details but as always, our group attracted envies and admirations from others." Su Ruomei said.


    "Because our sisters were from the special units, especially as women, we received suspicious nces. Not that we deny our weakness or other''s condescending gaze but we were unwilling to be looked down." Su Ruomei paused. "Well, indeed our qualifications paledpared with other male counterparts but that didn''t mean we couldn''t achieve sess in our mission."


    The rest of the girls waited for Su Ruomei to continue without interrupting. But everyone knew indeed Su Ruomei''s teambat effectiveness no longer required any proof.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning understood the team''s status. Ling Qingyu also admired this group of women to strengthen themselves. For Tang Ziyi, despite being their instructor, felt gratified seeing their changes.


    "Of course, not to make youugh, our style at that time is nothingpared to now." Su Ruomei chuckled, covering up her embarrassment. She knew herself and the team best. "Without Sister Tang''s contribution, hey, we would have been proud, not knowing consciously how small we are."


    Su Ruomei added: "The friend I mentioned was the most annoying when she met us. Every time she would scold orin, especially at me, for being part of a special force, saying women shouldn''t be there. They''ll never be equal to men. We can tolerate other''s suspicion but what we hated the most was these words came out from our female counterparts."


    Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi exchanged nces and listed possible psychology and behaviors of the friend Su Ruomei was talking about in their mind while carried on listening. Frankly, they felt strange since the speaker herself was also working in the ''supposedly'' men''s field.


    "Words like it''s better to rely on men and find husbands before damaging our bodies and regrettedter on. During those pasts, I was really angry bute to think about it now, she does make some sense, not all obviously especially when most of them were sarcastic remarks." Su Ruomei said with a sigh.


    "Before I left the military, she indeed got married with a prominent officer, whose career would soon step up thedder. The minimum position should be Brigadier General level in the future. Although me and my sisters aren''t included, many were jealous of her."


    "From then on, she would show off her husband, mostly annoying me when I''m famous for rejecting many pursuers." Su Ruomei said.


    "I didn''t expect our Ruomei to be army rose." Ling Qingyu joked.


    Su Ruomei went speechless for a moment. "Sister Ling, please don''t joke. I might forget important words!"


    Ling Qingyu cleared her throat and nodded in a guilty conscience. She couldn''t help but mess around with Su Ruomei mentally, especially when she saw her very serious.


    The woman, Su Ruomei described, belonged to the type of everything for their men. They weren''t bad but were eyesores for Ling Qingyu. Not mentioning herself, everyone around hearing Su Ruomei''s narration felt ufortable and annoyed.


    Everyone was a strong woman, excelling in their line of work. They were far ahead of their peers both in terms of talents and hard effort. They didn''t need to prove because their existence already told the truth.


    The idea that women''s role was to marry men caused Ling Qingyu''s group to have a bad impression. No one rejected marriage but enforcing one''s will onto others was simply appalling especially this kind of gender topic.


    Nheless, the women were also interested in the person, Su Ruomei mentioned. Although Su Ruomei disyed disgust, her style still desired the woman she hated to be recruited. Wasn''t it obvious what her behavior suggested?


    The necrotic woman had strength and excelled at piloting so much so that Su Ruomei discussed her idea with Ling Qingyu. Somewhat contradictory when they thought the female pilot was already a strong woman herself yet rejected independence?


    Noticing Su Ruomei went quiet, deep in thought, recalling her memories, Ling Qingyu spoke. "Sister Su, since I''ve delegated to you, you can make any choice. Even if you found a talented one but aren''t to your taste or would bring disharmony, you don''t need to seek our opinion. Trust yourself. You''re also my close sister, whom I trust very much. If you don''t like her then don''t.


    No need topromise your happiness. I''d rather have my own group with unity and happiness even if I sacrifice some talents than filled with gunpowders always."


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 Chapter 283: Su Ruomeis trouble [3]

    Perhaps the idea of healthypetition within an organization was necessary seemed to be the norm but Ling Qingyu would rather not make her small team belonged to this category.


    Working in harmony without shes for a single ideal was more powerful thanpetition. Of course,petitiveness with one''s own soul was better. Having not satisfied and attempting to overtake prior achievement was better in Ling Qingyu''s opinion.


    Don''t race with others. Race against your inner self. In the long term,peting with others became more tiring but challenging oneself brought happiness and a healthy mental state.


    Ling Qingyu was implicitly sending her message to Su Ruomei. Actually, after hearing Ling Qingyu state her position, Su Ruomei''s heart warmed. The trust and care Ling Qingyu gave, made Su Ruomei satisfied with her current peaceful life.


    The risks and suffering before she met Ling Qingyu were worth it. Su Ruomei''s eyes teared up and swelled a little. She sniffled and rubbed her eyelids, taking deep breaths to calm her emotions. The saying confidantes could die for each other was not false when people''s rtion were closer than bloodlines.


    Ling Qingyu gulped when Tang Ziyi and Yang Qingyue sent ming looks. She didn''t do anything. In fact, she showed huge support for Su Ruomei. Fortunately, Cai Ning only looked at her momentarily.


    "Please, excuse my joke. I was being emotional." Su Ruomei recollected herposure. "In any case, after so long, Azi called me yesterday, hearing news of my recruitment."


    Tang Ziyi, Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue transferred their wrath and became curious. Ling Qingyu''s forehead creased and her lips twitched helplessly. She must be targeted among the girls. s, being strong sometimes brought disadvantages. Maybe she should also y as a crying helpless woman the next time.


    If the other girls heard Ling Qingyu''s thought, they wouldin in dismay. Ling Qingyu''s crying must be the biggest lie. She might cry but would never show. If one day she cried in front of others, something was indeed wrong.


    Ling Qingyu: You girls are too much!


    "Wait, she''s about to quit her job in the military?" Ling Qingyu asked and covered her mouth after drawing annoyed nces.


    Su Ruomei exhaled and said. "Yeah, she called me with a strange number. There was silence until I threatened to hang up, and then I heard sobbing." Su Ruomei sighed.


    Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning copsed. What was with this sudden turn of event? They expected the woman¡ªAzi¡ªto act domineeringly and bully Su Ruomei for a job. The girl wasn''t a viin but a beggar.


    "I still didn''t know it was Azi. Otherwise, I would have shut down my phone. But fortunately I didn''t. Maybe I''ll have regret if that was the case." Su Ruomei said in relief.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes narrowed. It seemed Azi''s situation turned for the worse so much so that Su Ruomei feared Azi had depression tendency to suicide. In that case, Su Ruomei did a good job.


    Although Ling Qingyu didn''t care about the well-being of Azi, she was worried about how the unbearable event might affect Su Ruomei if things went south.


    "She might have been like a bully to us but at least she hasn''t brought any harm." Su Ruomei continued. "When I listened to her voice filled with devastation and at a loss, I understood I might just be herst straw or something. Though I have no idea how she knew my contact, I''m happy she reached out."


    Yang Qingyue patted Su Ruomei''s back. "You''re really a good person to treat someone who say bad words to you. I don''t think I might have the same mindset."


    Ling Qingyu stepped forward. "Sister Yang shouldn''t underestimate your justice feeling. I feel your everything."


    "Stop interrupting." Yang Qingyu rolled her eyes and pped Ling Qingyu''s shoulder. Su Ruomei paused and flickered her gaze between the two. There was definitely something going on but her priority set in.


    "Ahem¡ªI don''t know whether to pity her orugh at her situation as joke. Her valued husband betrayed her in the end. For his career, he could even sacrifice his wife to a high-ranking official."


    F**k! That was the exact frequency every girl vibrated. They were now hearing a real cuckold story, especially one where the husband willingly shared his wife. How ridiculous and disgusting!


    It would be another story if the spouse was willingly ying to liven up sexual life. But to do such livid acts for one''s own benefit, how selfish the man was? The most frightening thing was this happened in the military. The stake of corruption was highly unimaginable.


    ording to Su Ruomei''s yesterday conversation, Azi''s husband''s act of sending her away wasn''t the first time. This repetitive behavior to curry favor seemed unsurprising since Azi''s appearance was like a goddess, despite paling whenpared with Ling Qingyu''s group.


    Being used like an object by one''s beloved killed Azi''s mental state to the brink of copse. What struck her more was when her husbandmitted adultery and didn''t care about her mood as if she weren''t a breathing human being but rather an infallible doll.


    An irony for someone who taught others to seek dependence on men. When Azi tried to divorce, it became impossible. Despite her talent and strength as an aviation pilot, everything dimmed in front of a powerful background.


    For high officials, they would never allow divorce on their records. Azi''s situation turned bad. To eliminate her desire to divorce, Azi''s pressure mounted.


    With some petty excuses she was suspended as a pilot without sry. When she decided to quit to look for another area to work as pilot, her qualifications were revoked. Any possibility for her independence was cut off.


    She could work as a waitress and in other services but she knew she would encounter problems soon. She was like a puppet, whose role was to wait for other''s maniption. As an orphan, what background did she have.


    Even those who grew up together with her didn''t have the strength to help and she wasn''t willing to trouble them. As for friends in the military, because of repulsive behavior, none intervened or they were powerless too. Some might even be snickering behind her back.


    Azi called for anyone she was familiar with in search for help. Some acted ignorance. Some dyed. With door closing, she was in despair until she discovered Su Ruomei''s recruitment news of women especially from the military.


    The sole purpose of isting her and making Azi more dependable nearly seeded. Of course, rather than Azi seeking for job, she sought for someone who would be on her side even if it meant a lie.


    Su Ruomei couldn''t help but remember Azi''s disheartened words. "You canugh me or mock meter but please don''t in front of me. I hope you can listen me speaking. I wish for you to be on my side even if it''s a lie. Just once."


    Fate might have brought Su Ruomei and Azi together. From enemies to friends through numerous ups and downs.


    Having heard Azi''s experience, Su Ruomei''s prior dislike transformed into pity, recalling her simr situation. Did she like Azi? No.


    Had she forgiven her? No.


    But does Azi deserved to be treated as such? Heck no.


    Su Ruomei''s strong premonition prompted her to act. Without more words, she invited Azi to her side, promising there would be a safe job, free from these bastards'' hands.

 Chapter 284: Please dont forget our existence!

    Currently, Azi was on the way to Ling Qingyu''s residence. Su Ruomei hadn''t even allocated what Azi''s job was. She felt like wasting Azi''s talent working as guard too.


    Su Ruomei felt more guilty as she exined. It turned out this was her worry, Ling Qingyu''s eyes flickered.


    Such Su Ruomei was more familiar. She knew the girls around her were indeed kind-hearted apart from her two generals. She wouldn''t be surprised by Su Ruomei''s decision.


    "Sister Ling, I''m sorry to make my own judgment." Su Ruomei stuttered.


    "What''s the matter with your judgment?" Before Ling Qingyu spoke, Yang Qingyue cut in. Her eyes threatening Ling Qingyu, if she dared say no, nothing good woulde out.


    Ling Qingyu smiled wryly. Yang Qingyue regarded her too much as a viin. Naturally, she would support her own people. Perhaps, her image of raising interest above everything else was always in Yang Qingyue''s mind.


    "You better tell me her name and her husband, I''ll ask my mother to take of them if possible." Yang Qingyue snorted. Her face full of disgust.


    Cai Ning''s expression didn''t change much. She merely sighed because she had seen too many simr events. Sometimes, in some of the appalling cases, even the head of state was helpless. What could a small person like her do?


    Nheless, no one made fun of Yang Qingyue''s deration. The greatest background of this young police chief was her mother and her big family.


    Although she rarely bullied others using her background, for the ideal she believed in, it didn''t matter if she asked for help.


    Su Ruomei smiled and showed her phone, containing Azi''s information. Yang Qingyue nodded while looking at the screen. She nced at Cai Ning, beckoning for help with her eyes.


    Cai Ning smiled helplessly and gave an imperceptible nod. Besides, she nced subtly at Ling Qingyu, who would also take action, ording to her conjecture.


    Under Su Ruome''s conflicted expression, Ling Qingyu nodded, affirming her support. Her little wife already agreed. What was her position to go in the opposite direction.


    Furthermore, seeing injustice, Ling Qingyu was eager to be involved inplicated affairs. Before when she was weak and feeble, despite high ideology, Ling Qingyu never had the chance to follow her revered desire.


    Now, with a powerful team around and her status, the world would be boring if she only focused on business affairs. Not to mention, she had to earn more merits to pay back her debt.


    Although Miss System didn''t state how much, Ling Qingyu guessed what she must do in the future would be good deeds for humanity.


    "So, boss, what''s your opinion?" Su Ruomei gave a smile, the most beautiful she thought in her mind. Even sister had changed to boss.


    Despite already having an idea, Ling Qingyu had a quirk to tease around, rubbing her chin and showing hesitant expression. Her action drummed Su Ruomei''s almost anxious heart.


    Under Yang Qingyue''s piercing nce, Ling Qingyu said. "No need for my opinion. I have already delegate everything to you. Since you ask for help, I''ll support your decision. Don''t worry about thetter consequences. I can handle them."


    Hmph! She wasn''t frightened and that was the truth. Even though good people rarely fought with officials, Ling Qingyu dared to challenge Qin family. What was to worry about the small minion?


    "Thank you, Sister Ling." Su Ruomei''s mood became joyful.


    "It''s just you''re too kind." Ling Qingyu said with a smile.


    "Do you not want me to be kind?" Su Ruomei asked with an innocent eyes, dubious of Ling Qingyu''s words.


    "Of course not. This is our lovely Su Ruomei, we are familiar with." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Tsk¡­Tsk¡­Anyway how are you going to ce her?" Su Ruomei asked awkwardly.


    "I thought you already have an idea when you recruit Azi." Ling Qingyu looked at Su Ruomei with a strange gaze.


    "I just told her I''ll give her a safe haven without any pressure and a suitable job. But hiring her as bodyguard¡ª" Su Ruomei scratched her nose.


    "How about just hire her as a pilot?" Tang Ziyi suggested from the sideline.


    "We don''t have a ne for her." Ling Qingyu replied. "Well, we have two helipad."


    "Why not just buy then?" Tang Ziyi stated as a matter of fact as if the money weren''t precious.


    Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched. Whose money to buy aircraft, huh? Ling Qingyu felt speechless. "Alright, I''ll ask you to order two helicopters. As for the big transport ne¡­forget about it for now."


    Ling Qingyu remembered one of sign-in rewards she missed was Boeing 787 airliner. So, she should wait before she decided to waste her money. Small private jet was considerable since they saved maintenance cost and tax appropriately.


    Till the moment where Ling Qingyu must travel frequently appeared, the n was still in the archive.


    Even though her huge wealth was piled in numerous banks, they were very safe, especially under Athena''s supervision. As for the act of wasting money space without flow, Ling Qingyu herself was aware of the problem but she didn''t want to show her edge too much especially for her opposition.


    These could be the final hole-card to achieve victory in the future, despite hoping to never resort to this scenario.


    "Mmm, I hate to interrupt but Azi''s license is revoked and her qualification didn''t meet the standard to flymercial jet, I believe. So, there''s no need to hurry; I''ll arrange for her." Su Ruomei raised her hand and said.


    "Don''t worry about the license. I''ll hack into the server to enter her data and immediately print out her license." Tang Ziyi patted her chest and promised.


    Ling Qingyu and Su Ruomei rolled their eyes at Tang Ziyi''s fraudulent behavior, especially the group discussed illegal business in front of the two high-ranking policewomen.


    Yang Qingyue: Sis, you''re serious????


    Cai Ning: ???


    Hello! If you wanted to breakw, could you please be more secretive? We know your talent but you''re making our jobs difficult and embarrassing the two of us. Please don''t ignore our existence.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning exhaled decadent sighs. The justice ideology and righteousness brewed since childhood might be broken soon staying with these people, Yang Qingyue said inwardly.


    Tang Ziyi ignored secret eyes movements of Ling Qingyu and Su Ruomei and directly pointed it out publicly, enraging the two. "What''s wrong with your eyes? Some small particles itching them?" Tang Ziyi pretended to ask.


    Su Ruomei and Ling Qingyu red at Tang Ziyi bitterly, fortunate in their hearts Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning were close enough to ignore their outrageous n for Azi.


    While Yang Qingyue was dubious, bing unsure whether her personal charm had decreased to deter criminals, Cai Ning reacted after a while.


    Tang Ziyi was likely testing out their reactions for future cooperation. Even though the rtionship hade closer, some areas needed caution.


    Furthermore, this move showed vulnerableness on purpose so that Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning could cooperate without hindrance after obtaining a ''handle''.


    Cai Ning didn''tmunicate her thought with Yang Qingyue because her childhood friend also needed to grow. The problem of rigidness in her character should be polished with Yang Qingyue''s high-level official rank.


    Despite annoyed in her heart, Yang Qingyue didn''t speak out. She decided to trust Ling Qingyu and see where she would go next.

 Chapter 285: Preparing for drill

    "Arrange Azi yourself, it doesn''t matter. But she must participate in the training." Ling Qingyu told Su Ruomei, who nodded in response.


    "I will. Thank you, Sister Ling." Su Ruomei replied.


    "No, Azi should thank you for your kindheartedness." Ling Qingyu stated.


    Su Ruomei shook her head. This wasn''t her softheartedness. She did what a normal human being should do, given her sufficient strength and background.


    If there wasn''t any strength, she might turn a blind eye like many who ignored Azi. She didn''t think she was different from those cold-hearted people.


    "Since I have your permission, I''ll happily arrange for her then. I''ll also tell her about the new helicopters, she should fly." Su Ruomei said, turning away to leave, after greeting the girls. Her role was to send Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning here.


    The task wasplete and she also gained additional benefits. She was satisfied with this short trip and resumed her busy schedule.


    "This girl!" Ling Qingyu groaned. Even if she wanted to default helicopter purchase, it became impossible. Where would be her face?


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes watched in dismay as Su Ruomei fled away. The corridor was quiet before she asked Yang Qingyue. "So, what brought you two here?"


    "You''re not happy with our arrival?" Yang Qingyue frowned.


    "Nope, I''m very happy you visit my ce." Ling Qingyu replied. "But still there must be something important."


    "Oh? Is that supposed to mean I''ll onlye to you when there''s a case?" Yang Qingyue asked.


    Ling Qingyu shut her mouth, her expression bitter as if suffering from constipation. Any words she said more might be going against her will.


    Yang Qingyue covered her mouth andughed. "Alright, I''m just kidding around. Since I have free time today, I figured out to visit you and study the living space and office of the SWAT unit. After all, I''m their nominal leader."


    Ling Qingyu sighed in relief and said. "You cane here anytime you want. Have you seen the practice range?"


    Yang Qingyue nodded. "Yeah, Sister Su showed us the way and we asked her if we could try. Me and Cai Ning fired a couple of magazines. A satisfying experience indeed."


    Cai Ning also agreed because despite beingw enforcement officers eligible to hold firearms, the two couldn''t easily train their skills since every bullet must be ounted for and reported to the above.


    Of course, with their power and background, the two could easily practice but it was better to use the advantages sparingly. In Ling Qingyu''s residence, the training rounds didn''t cost much and they could practice to their desires.


    "Me too. I just train with Sister Tang''s guidance this morning." Ling Qingyu said.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning bulged their eyes with awe and envy. They also wanted to learn from Tang Ziyi''s profession.


    Noticing their behavior, Ling Qingyu smirked with vanity. Tang Ziyi ignored Ling Qingyu''s childish expression and said. "It seems everyone enjoys shooting. How about you girls take part in the next training?"


    "Next training?" x 3. The three hearing Tang Ziyi''s words were surprised and eager to participate. It mustn''t be anything ordinary since Tang Ziyi stated herself.


    "Hmm¡­You have seen the team members training below. We''ll have a mock Close Quarter Battle simtion exercise. Do you want to join?" Tang Ziyi exined.


    "Mock, you mean shooting against each other across the rooms." Ling Qingyu tried to confirm what she understood.


    Tang Ziyi nodded and nced at the two policewomen, who exchanged nces. Yang Qingyue pursed her lips and spoke. "Why not? I also want to experience first-hand their capabilities?"


    "I''m sure you won''t be disappointed." Tang Ziyi grinned and beckoned the group to follow her. "Let''s go change protective equipment."


    "Wait! Wait! You haven''t even considered my opinion." Ling Qingyu expressed her stance.


    "It doesn''t matter. Didn''t you promise me to follow mymand during the training period?" Tang Ziyi said without looking back.


    Ling Qingyu''s pupils constricted after seeing Tang Ziyi waving her phone. A naked threat!


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning chuckled, amused at the two''s wonderful love-and-hate rtionship.


    ¡­..


    In a dressing room, four women were busy changing clothes, excluding Tang Ziyi, who was only helping others and didn''t dress up herself.


    After all, for Ling Qingyu, Yang Qingyue, and Cai Ning, this moment was the first time they wore special tactical clothing made from synthesized materials.


    Although Ling Qingyu knew about these, she felt no different from ordinary clothing, except the thicker fabric and cooling airflow beneath. She knew the fresh cirction must be the work of internal design from Athena.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning, now fully dressed looked up and down, left and right, checking out. Though the clothes were no different from SWAT-like ck styles, their intuition told them there were secrets inside.


    The two had tried SWAT clothes during their career. They instantly noticed the difference. They palmed the texture and adjusted the wrinkles, trying to uncover any hidden features. Nheless, their investigation was a waste of time.


    Seeing Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi kept their mouths shut, they decided not to ask and put the matter behind.


    While Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning had no problems with loading tactical gear like vests, magazine pouches, and helmets with visors, Ling Qingyu was a newbie. She just trained today and hell week began.


    Under Ling Qingyu''s ming eyes, Tang Ziyi snapped and adjusted Ling Qingyu''s equipment, and put the helmet on. Ling Qingyu helplessly suffered from Tang Ziyi''s actions.


    While her hands roamed over Ling Qingyu, Tang Ziyi briefed the exercise. "Listen, you three will be acting as terrorists in this exercise. There''ll be ten operators against you. You''ll have 5 minutes to wander around several rooms to set up any tactics or ns. 5 minutester, the operators will breach.


    Apart from you, there''ll be robot gunners to serve as additional enemy units belonging to your faction. The operators'' goal is to eliminate hostiles and neutralize the bomb. Your objective is to prevent them. Understood?"


    Ling Qingyu, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning had their lips twitched. Why were they, the bad guys? President of a corporation, Police chief, and deputy chief transformed into terrorists? Why did they have to go against the well-trained units?


    Indeed, only by experiencing as an opposition, would they understand better. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning decided to try out Tang Ziyi''s team''s skills. Though they had proven themselves in the previousbat, fighting against them head-on would cause the two policewomen to make a better judgment.


    To clearly differentiate different factions, Ling Qingyu''s group wore red robes around their limbs. Patting everyone''s shoulder, Tang Ziyi reminded. "Should you three decide to separate, Sister Yang and Sister Cai will remain as a team, Sister Ling will be a lone wolf."


    "Lone wolf my foot; I just know how to manipte firearms this morning." Ling Qingyu raised an objection. "You make me, a newbie, faced against the professional. You want me to copse."


    Tang Ziyi turned her head. "Objection denied. Please, this is for you. Experiencing yourself will quicken the process and hone your skills better. Trust me. Besides, this is just the drill."


    Tang Ziyi gestured to everyone to the next room while not forgetting to wave her phone at Ling Qingyu, who was gritting her teeth.

 Chapter 286: Force on Force drills

    Inside the eight-storey vi, where a new SWAT headquarters led by Su Ruomei was established. One of the office rooms.


    Su Ruomei had called Azi to announce the good news so that the troubled girl could rx her string. Never had she felt so rxed and fulfilled.


    Compared to daily boring routines, well except for blood rushing fight with gangsters, Su Ruomei had helped someone in dire need.


    Though Azi''s reply sounded monotonous when she said thanks, Su Ruomei still sensed gratitude in her nd tone. Another Tsundere character belonging to her group in the future, Su Ruomei thought.


    After having finished a phone call, Su Ruomei sat down on the office chair, leaning backward, stretched out her legs above the desk, and whistled lightly with her hands behind her head.


    Today was indeed a wonderful day. When Su Ruomei squinted her eyes to take a leisurely rest, her ears perked, hearingmotion outside, shouts and rapid footsteps.


    Was there any critical case? People seemed to be in a hurry. Receiving her legs, Su Ruomei stepped outside and grasped one of the guards running along. "What''s going on? Some important case?"


    "Chief, there isn''t anything dangerous going on." The guard, held by a strong arm reacted and quickly answered. She understood Su Ruomei''s question. "Don''t worry it''s just an entertainingmotion."


    As the highest leader among the guards, Su Ruomei was quite influential and sisters called her, chief, as a gesture of respect and their willingness to follow hermand.


    "An entertainment? But you girls don''t need to be this hasty, right?" Su Ruomei became more curious with the guards'' intense reaction. Fortunately, those on duty stuck to their posts without requiring any further reiterations.


    Otherwise, if the entire residence became undefended because of some fun, Su Ruomei would be the first to go crazy.


    "Of course not, chief. You might not have heard of the event in the underground cleanhouse. We''re having a force-on-force drill." The guard exined.


    Force-on-force drill meant a simted battlefield where the yers with different factions shot against each other while sticking to the mission. Instead of a paper target or wooden board, the practice target became a human being, where skills, strategy, and reactionse into the game.


    "What''s strange with force on force drill?" Su Ruomei said nkly. Initially, she was also shocked on the first day when she saw and experienced guards shooting against each other and under the robot''s fire suppression.


    This was also the reason why Su Ruomei''s expression didn''t change when she saw the same scene as Ling Qingyu''s group. They had witnessed and participated in the training once under Tang Ziyi''s devil-like supervision.


    From that day onward, Su Ruomei got used to these drills. Why was her subordinate making a fuss? Not one but an entire group?


    "The drill isn''t strange but the participants are." The guard said.


    Su Ruomei had a guess, hearing the guard''s words. And exactly proving her premonition the guard continued. "President Ling, Police Chief Yang and her assistant will participate."


    "Oh!" Su Ruomei uttered as her interest grew. She knew Ling Qingyu started training this morning. It must be the idea of Tang Ziyi. "Is it Instructor Tang''s decision?"


    "Yes, Instructor Tang requested them to try out. I don''t know how she persuaded President Ling though. The two policewomen are indeed eager to taste our skills. The three will be terrorists for us to eliminate." The guards smirked and chuckled.


    Su Ruomei''s lips twitched. She knew what persuasion method Tang Ziyi used based on the two''s rtionship. Poor Ling Qingyu. She wondered if Tang Ziyi was searching for abuse for Ling Qingyu. She was certain Tang Ziyi had bad taste.


    Rubbing her forehead helplessly, Su Ruomei asked. "Then, why is everyone so keen to watch? It''s not like you haven''t seen yourrades'' skills and teamwork."


    "Gosh! It''s absolutely different." The guard was nearly screaming in anguish, to show her point.


    "What''s different?" Su Ruomei cooperated and asked.


    "President Ling usually remains cold like an iceberg and like a goddess above the heaven, everything is within her grasp." The guard''s words caused Su Ruomei to nod. Indeed, the most admirable trait of Ling Qingyu never ceased to amaze everyone.


    To be able to see through and understand a person''s character. Rapidly forming strategic ns against any changes. Calm andposed no matter how dire the situation became. A strategic tactician or think-tank might be the correct words.


    She could easily swim in the muddy water of the business world where many feared to step in. Based on Ling Qingyu''s many movements in recent days, Su Ruomei somehow had a guess, that President Ling might be entering politics soon.


    "Image the high goddess dragged away from the cold altar." The guard added. "This is once in a lifetime moment to see President Ling encountering an embarrassing moment. To see imperfection."


    Su Ruomei''s eyelids twitched. So, the main reason was to see others messed up. "Well, I hope you can say the same thing after I record your voice and show it to President Ling."


    The guard''s face paled. Her adorable expression cracked and she gulped, frightened of theing future if President Ling noticed her behavior.


    It didn''t matter, she would confess her crime for leniency if this happened. She would happily sell herrades to prevent them frommitting more crimes. However, how could Su Ruomei, their nominal leader, have a ck-bellied trait? It must be her mind not working properly.


    The rest of the guards: !!!!


    Laughing at her subordinate''s reaction, Su Ruomei patted. "Go, go and watch. I''m just kidding around."


    "Eh..Yes¡­Yes¡­Then I''m leaving." The guard nodded meekly and sped off, not even looking back once, worried Su Ruomei annulled the promise.


    "What''s wrong?" The voice belonged to Jiang Yu, neightbored to Su Ruomei''s office.


    "It''s nothing. A small show¡ªPresident Ling will be fighting against our subordinates during force-on-force drill." Su Ruomei turned her head and replied.


    "Then, what are you waiting for? Let''s go." Jiang Yu dragged Su Ruomei''s arm and followed the guard''s footsteps.


    "???" Su Ruomei''s face darkened. What was there to watch with excitement? She mourned for Ling Qingyu, having subordinates who possessed such bad traits to tease their own boss.


    While many had the same views that their boss would be abused, some who had seen Ling Qingyu''s fast learning pace were looking forward to seeing the miracle. Even then, they were also pessimistic about Ling Qingyu''s ability.


    In fact, no one except Tang Ziyi believed Ling Qingyu had the strength to resist.


    ...


    In the cleanhouse below.


    Ling Qingyu, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning wandered around rooms after rooms to visualize the sketch and structure to n to defend against the oing assault five minutester.


    The new room structure was constructed while the two teams prepared their equipment. Looking upward, Ling Qingyu saw spectators, watching from above and standing on the rectangr iron rail. through ayer of hardened ss.


    The onlookers'' size grew more and more, causing Ling Qingyu''s face to darken. Seeing her expression, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ningughed till their stomachs ached.


    The reason was what Tang Ziyi said to the opposing team before their group entered the cleanhouse.


    Tang Ziyi requested everyone to hit hard and not reduce difficulty on purpose because Ling Qingyu was their boss. They must show what the battlefield would look like so that Ling Qingyu could experience it personally.


    Anyone seen giving ways would have their future days appeared like hell. Tang Ziyi warned to intensify more training, causing the guards to shiver. Of course, these weren''t what caused Ling Qingyu''s mood to ditch.


    Tang Ziyi promised anyone who struck Ling Qingyu hard would be rewarded with 10,000 yuan, if they scored a hit.


    Tang Ziyi must want to disgust her, Ling Qingyu thought. The act of using her own money to ask her subordinates to hit herself, Ling Qingyu wanted to vomit.


    Tang Ziyi, wait a few years before she would press her underneath, Ling Qingyu swore.

 Chapter 287: I must resist honey trap

    Fortunately, Tang Ziyi limited some rules of engagement.There would be no shields and shbang usage from the police faction. Only pistols would be used by both sides. Otherwise, the advantage would lie more on her guards'' side.


    Rifles weren''t always reachable and Yang Qingyue''s duo rarely made use of them or practiced them. Ling Qingyu only learned how to shoot this morning. If Ling Qingyu''s terrorist team fought against her subordinates in a rifle match, no need to guess who might be miserable.


    Actually, for a gun-restricted nation, pistols usuallypleted most of the dangerous missions apanied by a few submachine guns or assault rifles. However, who made Ling Qingyu''s province most notorious Province N, where criminals likely wielded advanced weaponry so much so that pistols were no longer enough.


    The current drill suited Ling Qingyu''s group''s capabilities. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning were familiar with pistols on a daily basis. As for their marksmanship, everything would be clear after this match.


    10 versus 3, Ling Qingyu''s side seemed at a disadvantage but they were more familiar with theyout and there were also robots'' help.


    With more of her subordinates'' presence upstairs, Ling Qingyu noticed the number grew.


    Ling Qingyu still hadn''t figured out the reason why her subordinates were keen on watching her fight. She thought it was her charisma that attracted attention.


    She also saw Tang Ziyi leaning on the rail, her eyes filled with eagerness to see Ling Qingyu''s suffering. Especially Tang Ziyi''s requirement to separate into two teams. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning; Ling Qingyu alone.


    What a mess! Ling Qingyu pursed her lips. That old bastard might be happy to see her defeat. She must show how wrong to underestimate her.


    Tang Ziyi noticing Ling Qingyu''s rising aura, smiled in satisfaction. The resilience to not admit defeat had already been seen through by her.


    As for how Tang Ziyi differentiated three of them, who were now covered from head to toe, it was simply based on their height. Ling Qingyu, Yang Qingyue followed by Cai Ning.


    Ling Qingyu: ???


    Yang Qingyue: ???


    Cai Ning: ???


    So simple? You''re height discriminatory. Fortunately, no one knew what was inside Tang Ziyi''s mind.


    Ling Qingyu pulled her pistol out of the holster. Glock 19, semi-automatic, using the caliber of 9mm. Her version used an extended magazine of 33 rounds. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning had the same version.


    Tilting the side toward her face, like simr training guns, the Glock had its barrel and magazine painted blue. Clicking on the magazine release button, Ling Qingyu checked the rounds.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning were doing the same. Preliminary checking standard procedures before oing fight. While Ling Qingyu was honing her skills, the two policewomen were curious about the training equipment.


    They were studying the inner structure though they might never understand. It could still quench their thirst for curiosity.


    The group had already discussed the defensive n into three stages, each getting closer to the center where the bomb was held.


    Ling Qingyu listened to the two policewomen, who had more experience and were familiar with the job. She never input anything from her, not even leadership because the number one rule of being a leader was to leave the relevant stages to professionals.


    Although she wasn''t currently the leader of the group, each excelled in their leadership in different jobs.


    ording to the n, theyout had two entry points, which the SWAT team would breach and defuse the bomb.


    One of them would be defended by Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue, both of whom were familiar with each other and the cohesion was likely very high.


    Ling Qingyu soloed the other entry as requested by Tang Ziyi. Teaming with Ling Qingyu would lose important cohesion and the former proposed by Tang Ziyi was the better case, even though Ling Qingyu was more of a novice, as thought by the two policewomen. The n was to dy as much as possible.


    The bomb exploded, Ling Qingyu''s group won. The bomb was defused, the SWAT won. In any case, the ultimate goal of this exercise was to experience the skills of Ling Qingyu''s subordinates and also show off to Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning of their excellence.


    Actually, with Yang Qingyue''s and Cai Ning''s immersive experience, they could better n for the best. They might be able toe up with the best n for Ling Qingyu''s subordinates.


    "Any questions about our n?" Yang Qingyue asked, after inserting the magazine back into its chamber. Everyone was doing the same.


    Cai Ning shook her head. Ling Qingyu uttered: "No, it''s your call. You''re the boss here."


    "I wonder how rare of a chance for me to be called boss by our famous ruthless CEO." Yang Qingyue made a rare joke.


    "I think we still need a battle to distinguish who''s the boss between us." Ling Qingyu didn''t give in and joked back, whispering.


    Cai Ning didn''t hear it but Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes. Wasn''t that night proved everything?


    Of course, Cai Ning wasn''t blind to see two love birds snickering before the main y and cleared her throat.


    "In fact, there''s no need topete between us. I''ll give up if you can give me two or three¡­ahem¡­I mean three or four helicopters for the police." Yang Qingyue said, winking her eyes. "Please be considerate of our police force."


    Even though Yang Qingyue''s figure and face were covered with anotheryer, the action of her beautiful eyes winking at Ling Qingyu itched her heart. The heroic temperamentbined with the sultry atmosphere shortened Ling Qingyu''s breath.


    This was a tant seduction. No, she was never going to fall under the honey trap. Ling Qingyu spoke repeatedly in her heart.


    Cai Ning pped her forehead and lowered the visor, distancing herself away from the couple. She strode toward her position, based on the n.


    Naturally, both Yang Qingyue and Ling Qingyu noticed her behavior and ignored it. Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched with Yang Qingyue''s request. Two was fine but what did she mean by 3 or 4?


    Was Yang Qingyue utilizing her full potential in negotiation skills? Ling Qingyu coughed and said. "Do you really need that much air asset?"


    Yang Qingyue nodded. "Indeed, you don''t understand how poor Province N police force is. The extravagant corruption involves in the bureaucracy is unimaginable until you see it for yourself."


    Ling Qingyu nodded, agreeing with her words because the official atmosphere in Province N was beyond cleaning and saving, unless blood was spilled and the table overturned. The journey toward a fairer and better system was light-years away.


    "But we''re discussing with helicopters, solely for your prefecture-level force." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Alright. Maybe one or two. I hope it''s three. The more the better." Yang Qingyue admitted with a serious tone.


    "But it''s not your money. It''s mine." Ling Qingyu gritted her teeth.


    Yang Qingyue hugged over Ling Qingyu''s shoulder and said. "Well, I can make any promises." She tapped Ling Qingyu''s chin.


    "I hope you can solve the tax and licensingplications." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "Leave those to me." Yang Qingyue patted her chest.


    "Then, okay. Don''t forget your promise." Ling Qingyu growled. "I''ll ask Sister Tang for the helicopters and transfer three of them to you."


    Yang Qingyue was satisfied. "If not for themotion, I have already kissed you here."


    "Me too." Ling Qingyu was happy. Money was worth wasting. She had fallen, resistance didn''t work.


    Before both of them looked deep into each other eyes, the announcement interrupted the rare moment. "One minute. The exercise will begin. Participants, please be ready."


    Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue separated. Both sped off in different directions. Ling Qingyu reached her sector and adjusted her equipment, running the final check on her Glock.


    Cocking the slider backward, she spotted a copper round casing and released it. Taking in deep breath to calm down her excitement, unsure whether the cause was exercise or heated moment with Yang Qingyue, Ling Qingyu lowered her visor, under the timer countdown.


    "30 seconds!"


    "15 seconds."


    "5..4¡­3¡­2¡­1."


    The horn red.

 Chapter 288: Action [1]

    As the timer counted down, Ling Qingyu''s breathing slowed down in anticipation. Her sight remained on the threshold of the entry point. She could even sense her own heartbeat drumming through her temple.


    The heightened concentration narrowed her peripheral vision. She punched out her arms and pointed the gun at the entrance, waiting for the slightest movement to squeeze the trigger.


    The surrounding sight began to blur and the door mmed open, even shaking Ling Qingyu''s body in fright. Despite sudden fear, Ling Qingyu managed to pour all the rounds toward the open doorway, when she saw the ck shadow appear on her sight.


    Ling Qingyu resisted the recoil on her forearm and opened fire, sticking to the training she honed previously this morning.


    Even though she tried to aim, none ever hit the target, particrly in the stressful situation. The shadow managed to retreat to the side under her suppression, waiting for her to stop.


    After all, she would have to reloadter, creating an opportunity for the SWAT team members.


    Ling Qingyu decided to retreat while she kept shooting. She had no idea how many opposing forces were on her side. The pressure was high, even if she knew this was a simtion.


    She had an ego. She didn''t want to lose even if she was aware her skills weren''t up to the standard.


    Losing to her subordinates miserably would lose her face. She must hold on and not die fast, giving away lunch box as soon as they had contact. (The boxes you have in the game after death! PS: correct me if I made mistakes)


    Bang! Bang!


    The loud thunderp ushered across the hall. Despite ear protection, Ling Qingyu sensed the vibration, even reaching inside her chest.


    Tang Ziyi and the onlookers were watching Ling Qingyu. They nodded imperceptibly, apuding in their heart, regarding Ling Qingyu''s suppressive fire.


    Her shots were indeed urate, pre-firing positions where people would likely peek. Anyone trying to fight back against her without other crucial elements such as a shield, shbang or other distraction would be a suicide.


    However, there was a big problem. Ling Qingyu was alone. Sooner orter, the bullets she had currently at her disposal would be gone and need to be reced. In the next seconds, as many expected. This part of the hall quietened down.


    Click!


    In contrast to the prior sheer explosive noise, this stato mechanical click sounded loud and sudden. Everyone held their breaths¡ªwould Ling Qingyu suffer right at the beginning? Even Tang Ziyi''s eyes were focused on Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu already knew 33 rounds inside were all spent and quickly flicked away the magazine and inserted another one while not forgetting to lunge backward.


    With the previous suppression effect gone, the guards on the opposite side noticed the short pause and instantly pied from the threshold, exploiting the immediate gap. From both sides of the door, two people leaned toward the side and inched rapidly, pointing their guns, trying to gain perspective inside.


    "Left still clear, no factor!"


    "Right still clear, dead space behind sofas, the else no factor!"


    "The shooter should be from the center."


    The group immediately made a sound judgment. Though they had already seen and sensed the rounds flying through the door, they couldn''t estimate the shooter''s position clearly based on the sound and bullets'' direction.


    Not to mention, their eyes couldn''t capture the trajectory. Of course, a rough guess was fine.


    This tactic known as limited pration, originated from the Israeli Special Forces. The natural instinct to stay away from danger caused dynamic tactics like flooding into the rooms in the old days, led to failures, when encountering enemies''s urate burst of suppressive shots.


    The current tactic ensured the safety of the operators whilst maintaining momentum. Even if they were sieved through wall-fire, everyone could quickly bail out. Not to mention the concealment lowered the enemy''s uracy


    Shooting through the threshold lowered the threat and raised operators'' confidence and was the method best suited when there wasn''t a hostage situation or active shooter scenario.


    Two of them pointed their handguns from each side of the door, leaning outward, merely exposing a portion of their hands and muzzles, maybe their eyes or part of the visors and helmets.


    In the midst of small chaos, the two saw Ling Qingyu''s retreating figure and opened fire. Ling Qingyu had only finished her reload process.


    Only three seconds had passed, the SWAT team had sight of Ling Qingyu at their aim point.


    When Ling Qingyu''s eyes caught two blurry shadows from the corner of her eyes, while she concentrated on reloading, her pupils constricted.


    Her fast calction already told the fact that she had no time. Before she could raise her pistol, she would be put down.


    She didn''t think the other side would shoot inurately missing her and giving her an opportunity to return the favor. She wasn''t the protagonist blessed by plot armor like in the movies where no bullets wouldnd on her body. Her guards were never meant to be underestimated.


    Her excellent memory figured out an escape path and she rushed into a nearby room, a few footsteps away.


    Bang! Bang!


    Whizz. Whizz.


    Ling Qingyu dodged the iing bullets. Her hands holding the gun shivered in fright. Though she knew this was only an exercise, the feeling of something whipping close was terrible.


    She was now cornered to a room, leading to nowhere, in the hallway. She must bail out before her escape routes were blocked.


    Touch the door frame, Ling Qingyu crawled her head out to get an eye on the operators, who were shooting her. Before she attained a clear picture, projectiles hit close, causing her to flinch back instinctively.


    The operators had now entered and taken control of the initial room. In addition to Ling Qingyu, there were also stic targets, they needed to eliminate. Afternding a few shots at the targets, they remembered Ling Qingyu was close.


    Some of them, who saw where Ling Qingyu went, ryed her position and fired at the doorway, pinning Ling Qingyu inside. Slowly, the team advanced forward in a double line, getting closer and closer.


    The first engagement between the two parties ushered in the operator''s victory. They gained ground while Ling Qingyu was forced to retreat. The advantage tilted toward Ling Qingyu''s opponents.


    "Dried!"


    "Mine!"


    When their magazines flushed out all the bullets, they retreated at the back of the formation and switched with the ones who had avable bullets. The lead ones maintained a burst of shots.


    No matter what, their shooting never ended.


    On the receiving end, Ling Qingyu smiled bitterly. Not one minute had passed and she was about to deliver the lunchbox. Damn, Tang Ziyi! Why must she let her work alone? If only she had another apany.


    Wait, Ling Qingyu remembered, apart from the three in the group, there were also robots, which might be a big help for her.


    Too bad, their positions were a little further back. Unless, she could sessfully retreat out of the hallway, she couldn''t make use of their existence.


    While she tried hard to concentrate on nning, the shattering debris shing on the doorway, always managed to break her thoughts. Her head fumed as she simted the best course of actions. Her brain seemed like melting, as her eyes narrowed.


    "Oh! President Ling is dead, so soon." One of the onlookers above murmured.


    "Well, she is indeed alone. How can she fight? Even us will have to knee in her situation." Another eximed her thought.


    "I mean I expect President Ling to bring one or two down."


    "You thought too much. How much time does she have for training? How many hours, do those operators have?"


    "Too much bullying." One of them shouted, drawing attention from around, thinking whether this one was another Ling Qingyu''s diehard fan. Everyone became quiet, worried their words agitated the others. "Why not me in their ce? I also want to suppress President Ling!"


    Those who heard her voice had their corners of the lips twitched. They almost fell off, out of bnce. Well, no one expected everyone to have the same expectations.


    Tang Ziyi, who was listening to theirmotions had her face darkened. Why the members she trained hard appear like little children, eager to seek their parents'' attention, without any seriousness?


    It should never be the result of her hand. Tang Ziyi reiterated herself. ncing at them for a while, Tang Ziyi held tight on the rail.


    Ling Qingyu would be too disappointing if she capsized this quickly without a strong fight though her fall was only a matter of time since the simtion''s purpose was to test the guards'' capabilities. Although Ling Qingyu trained under her guidance for a few hours, she already made a good guess of Ling Qingyu''s strength.


    Ling Qingyu hadn''t shown her real edge yet. With her talents and high IQs, there should be countermeasure soon. Tang Ziyi''s eyes glinted as she saw Ling Qingyu beginning to calm down.


    While others thought she epted defeat, Tang Ziyi, who knew her inside-out, anticipated interesting things to follow.

 Chapter 289: Action [2]

    Tang Ziyi''s estimation was quite urate. Hidden capability of Ling Qingyu mustn''t be underestimated. Although the current result seemed like she was being abused utterly, standing her ground five against one for the first-timer was an impressive record, even if it was only more than half a minute.


    No one dared to ascertain whether they might survive based on Ling Qingyu''s scenario, unless her starting point changed because none of them would ever choose so close to the entry point so that the path to retreat became longer.


    In fact, many felt weird, asking Ling Qingyu to participate as a first-timer but nobody questioned Tang Ziyi''s choice.


    Tang Ziyi didn''t know what the rest were thinking in their heart, nor did she have time to bother. She expected Ling Qingyu to stunningly hold the ground for several minutes against the five intruders.


    It seemed she raised her expectation too high or did she miscalcte. Tang Ziyi rubbed her hand in deep thought. Because the operators'' teams were actually also novices who were iparable in terms of both experience and training hours with the first-generation group.


    The best were those who followed Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu, former special brigades soldiers, who improved miraculously under Tang Ziyi''s guidance.


    The rest were picked from different jobs. Some were even cooks in the army. There was onemon factor¡ªthe desire to strengthen themselves to have the ability to fight. High sries and sufficient living essories were another that attracted the girls.


    So, based on Ling Qingyu''s talent and the results she had shown to Tang Ziyi, the cold president should easily handle the pressure and go back and forth, even if the operators had minimal training hours.


    Actually, Tang Ziyi''s minimal meant among the guards. However, the daily training hours along with sufficient equipment enhanced everyone so much that even Tang Ziyimented.


    If not for avable bullets, finance and Athena''s contribution, the current results were impossible.


    Tang Ziyi was a little disappointed with Ling Qingyu''s initial reaction and forgot her talents and innate excellent traits were nothing in front of the experience gap.


    Frankly, Ling Qingyu did very well for a first-timer. Anyone who hadn''t been shot before would never realize the trepidation one experienced. The thrilling yet shivering encounter was hard to describe.


    People would flinch or freeze, lowering some thinking ability, if something was thrown at the face. Imagine the scene of a small ball rushing at you. A normal person would dodge subconsciously by lowering the stature or standing like an idiot waiting to be hit.


    Rece the scenario with multiple balls and elerate them at the speed of sound. Panic entered even if a person knew there wasn''t too much danger but some part of theputing power in the brain shut down, only focusing on thinking of dodging.


    Panic-driven behavior led to a decrease in IQ. This was what happened to Ling Qingyu. But because the projectiles were small and lethal, if not for protected clothing, Ling Qingyu didn''t feel well.


    A minute under rough suppression for any newbie who hadn''t undergone such training was a nightmare. Let alone, Ling Qingyu.


    She, who was able to adapt and react ordingly, deserved praise yet Tang Ziyi hadints. If Ling Qingyu knew her general''s unsatisfactory remarks, she might show her middle finger.


    Ling Qingyu''s situation was dangerous, if she didn''t find ways to get out of the room. Her opponents had firmly locked her down inside and were slowly making their advance.


    The impact and the ttering sounds of projectiles hitting hard surface nearby, shook her heart. Her hands grasping the pistol quivered and almost dropped the weapon. The whizzes and whishes heightened her heartbeat.


    If Ling Qingyu said she wasn''t panicked, it would be false. She had never seen such big scenes! Long before she had evenughed coldly at those victims who seemed like an idiot whenever she heard news of mass shootings. She could never do that again now.


    Even if she knew she wasn''t in danger, the difort and heaviness of the atmosphere under fire fried her brain circuit. She now understood what they must have experience under stress and pressure.


    After calming down, she cursed under her breath lightly. It seemed cursing out loud worked. But she must also take care of her image in front of her subordinates. Who knew there would be another unscrupulous viin like Tang Ziyi recording her bad deeds among the onlookers above?


    Fortunately, the simtion wasn''t real. Else, the debris exploding from suppressiveshots and the possibility of wall-firing would have already deterred Ling Qingyu from staying anywhere close to the door.


    No matter how fast she adapted, losing would only be a matter of time. Under continuous bangs, Ling Qingyu''s eyes lit up.


    Because she was familiar with theyout structure and based on the gunfire sound, she roughly estimated her opponents'' position.


    It was now or never. Getting too close meant her defeat. She had already found a way to distance herself. She must do what she hated or disdained the most.


    She recalled Tang Ziyi''s words and smiled. Aim small, miss small my foot! She was right. Her situation no longer allowed this and she could only rely on pointing shooting and instinct. Or blind firing was the appropriate description.


    She heaved her breath in and out, nodded to herself as if to cheer up and made a move.


    Her opponents already prevented many possible positions from shooting back. Despite being unsightly, Ling Qingyu bent over, her hips high in the air, with her gun almost touching the floor.


    From a crouching position, Ling Qingyu leaned on the door frame and stuck her pistol out, pointing in the direction of the iing bullets and switched to auto mode and sprayed.


    She guessed their locations relying on her memory and guess. She even inputted the possibility of double file formation against her and aimed ordingly.


    There was no pause as she switched direction but she slowed down the rate of fire, when she heard exmations. Her lips curled up as she thought her action surprised the opponents.


    The onlookers above gasped in shock. Did they just witness aeback? While discussions brewed in excitement, Tang Ziyi nodded and was eager to know her next move. She had guessed Ling Qingyu''s n.


    The SWAT operators weren''t feeling well. Just when they were certain they were about to eliminate the terrorist, unexpectedly bullets flew in their direction.


    The terrorist they thought they had suppressed so hard, managed to fight back. They didn''t see where Ling Qingyu fired from.


    Under a hail of bullets, the one at the forefront on the left formation suffered a hit in the chest and staggered back.


    "I''m hit!"


    The second person behind stretched out her hands and opened fire. "Covering!"


    "Move back." The team leader roared amidst the roar of loud bangs. Although not many bulletsnded on the team, they were in danger of being eliminated.


    The team retreated out of the hallway away from the bullet trails. In a situation like this, the best option was to press forward, regardless of the casualties and cleared the threat.


    However, the path backward was closer to the team than forward. So, the leader made a correct decision.

 Chapter 290: Action [3]

    Having heard outcries, Ling Qingyu immediately knew her actions were effective. Those who didn''t exploit the given opportunity would be an idiot. And Ling Qingyu wasn''t one of them.


    She switched to semi-mode.


    From ugly bent stance, Ling Qingyu peeked out a little and her wrists followed through. This time instead of blind-firing, she was able to aim one of the members and released two sessive shots, then instantly moved to a new target.


    Bang! Bang!


    Her wrist shook from recoil, especially shooting from a weak posture. The roar and the impact rushed her already fastening heartbeat.


    She saw the group falling back and smiled. All ording to the n. Without hesitation, she dumped all the rounds, trying to suppress while she still had the advantage, even if the operators stayed behind cover and fired.


    Because of her actions, despite receiving fire, they were no longer urate. Ling Qingyu quickly chambered another fresh magazine and sprung up and rushed out of the room.


    Her rapid footsteps and short pause of firing already told what was going on to her opponents. The SWAT members tried to lean outward to take the shot.


    Knowing the danger, Ling Qingyu switched her Glock to automatic mode again and didn''t forget to aim backward while running. Burst of bullets flushed out of the barrel.


    33 bullets inside Ling Qingyu''s Glock gone within 1.5 seconds. But a short respite was what Ling Qingyu exactly needed.


    Even though most were wild shots, deterrence worked when the SWAT members didn''t dare to take action lightly. Not to mention Ling Qingyu adjusted and controlled the direction well, ensuring the bullets traveled near the opponents'' location.


    However, someone might still have a sight on her by chance since not everything was absolute and Ling Qingyu understood the risk.


    In fact, one of them had Ling Qingyu''s figure on her aiming sight. Just when she squeezed the trigger, Ling Qingyu slid on the floor, using her running momentum to get out of the hallway.


    Although she performed an embarrassing skidding, her body nearly prone to the ground, Ling Qingyu cheated death.


    The bulletsing from the one aiming at her flew above her head and missed. Ling Qingyu heaved a sigh and leaned back against the wall, taking in deep breath.


    She grabbed another magazine from the pouch on the vest and reloaded. But her hand failed to insert it into its correct ce. Her left hand holding the magazine trembled. The process became more difficult.


    Forcibly calming herself, Ling Qingyu couldn''t believe her own action. The escape was too thrilling. She seemed like a heroine in the action movie, dancing in the hail of bullets.


    However, these few minutes felt like hours in her mind. Every step she calcted, considering all avable variables. Her brain literally melted, making crucial decisions.


    At the same time, because she hadn''t practiced for long, her shooting skills were propelled by her brain, instead of instinctive muscle memory, putting more burden on her mental energy.


    To make her body move, her brain was forced toplete various tasks. Shooting, aiming, correct posturing, and tactical thinking.


    Compared to special force members, who honed their skills for multiple hours till their every action reached instinctive level, where more energy could spent on tactics and ns, Ling Qingyu''s overall state was too stretched.


    If not for her strongputing power and high IQ, every action she just mustered was deemed impossible for the average person.


    The second engagement was over. Ling Qingyu won despite giving some grounds. She managed to slow them down and make them more wary of her.


    The SWAT members held their positions, aiming down the hallway. The point men took security while the group reorganized.


    Two out of five were hit. The members checked the area where they were hit, reassessing the situation. In a simtion, nobody would cheat to win the game because everyone desired to fix their mistakes.


    Only through honesty and righteous discussion, would improvement be possible. The two honestly admitted they were hit, somewhere in the chest and the others were checking before proceeding forward.


    While someone in the team provided cover, the rest derived new ns. Because they no longer wanted to waste precious time, struggling with Ling Qingyu and quickly moved to a suspected bomb area.


    ording to the protocols during simr simtions, a person already knew they were being hit. But whether the results were merely wounded or incapacitated remained unanswered because simtion didn''t reflect all realities.


    For this reason, Tang Ziyi requested Athena''s help. Since the entire undergroundplex and Ling Qingyu''s residence above were monitored under Athena''s eyes through numerous nano-cameras, Athena could easily calcte what Tang Ziyi wanted.


    ording to Athena''s system, LED lights equipped on the vests of the guards disyed various colors ording to the scenario. Green light after being hit meant the operators could continue ying because the protection worked.


    Orange meant injury¡ªthe operators could only move around in a designated area¡ªwhile red showed the operators'' state was either dead or incapacitated, and couldn''t participate in the game.


    Moreover, Athena used AI voice to read out the statuses every time an operator got hit in the game. Based on Athena''s monitoring level, the calction of bullet trajectories didn''t cost anything out of theputation power. Just a single coreponent of Athena''s huge celestial supeputer easily suppressed all thetest supeputers on Earth.


    To determine where the simted bulletsnded and how much damage it brought was too easy. Ling Qingyu''s subordinates marveled at the ck technologies andmented the wheel of time.


    No one asked nor questioned. They understood, it was a secret. In fact, all the stuffing out of the underground raised everyone''s curiosity and satisfied their thirst for new items. Everyone was grateful to be able to test them out.


    Of course, in realities based on the highly advanced equipment level, those hits in the simtion wouldn''t even harm the operators. The system only referred to the technology equivalent to the current modern army''s equipment.


    The guards'' clothing could handle armor piercing 7.62mm caliber without a sweat and withstand .50 caliber with some wear and tear. The helmet and the vest easily resisted .50 caliber without a scratch.


    In short, their army of girls had the safest equipment. Except for rockets directly hitting their figures, nothing could even harm them. Not even the shockwave and fragmentation st. Naturally, the guards didn''t know these. Tang Ziyi was researching to further improve the current strength, making Ling Qingyu''s speechless.


    "Mine is orange. I think I can''t participate any longer." One of the operators, who fought against Ling Qingyu, said in dissatisfaction.


    "Well, although I was hit, it''s just the te. So, I''m good to go."


    "One down. Four of us are fine." The team leader gritted her teeth in anger. Her words brought shame.


    They who were confident initially overturned. They had no idea of the identity of a person who messed their group; everyone had one goal¡ªto teach Ling Qingyu a profound lesson.


    Ling Qingyu: Who did I offend?


    "Alright, you''ll stay here trying to protect this area." Team leader referred to the person with orange light on her chest. "The rest will press on. We have no time but to reach our goal. Even if we engage, we''ll move on our own pace, not trying to capture that figure, Understood?"


    "Understood." Everyone uttered obeying the order.

 Chapter 291: Action [4]

    Ling Qingyu: Who did I offend?


    "Alright, you''ll stay here trying to protect this area." Team leader referred to the person with orange light on her chest. "The rest will press on. We have no time but to reach our goal. Even if we engage, we''ll move on our own pace, not trying to capture that figure, Understood?"


    "Understood." Everyone uttered obeying the order.


    Those loud murmurs entered through Ling Qingyu''s ears, who was waiting around the corners. She also felt anger in their voices toward her.


    Ling Qingyu''s corner of the mouth twitched. She was helpless. Should she take off all her equipment and dere she was their boss?


    Hearing their footsteps, Ling Qingyu knew they were advancing. Although based on movie scenes, the protagonist should always engage, Ling Qingyu thought the opposite.


    A respite was needed so that the opponents'' vignce dropped. And the moment to strike would automaticallye in. The initiative was always in her hand.


    The group immediately cleared the targets in the room, where Ling Qingyu originally was trapped in. Afterward, they pressed forward, reaching the T-junction.


    Knowing fully well, Ling Qingyu escaped in the right direction, the one responsible for covering the particr sector became more wary.


    The two serving as the point crisscrossed their muzzles and tried to scan as much as they could from the angle inside the hallway; one of them gestured the pistol downward a little and the other mimicked the movement; both stepped forward and instantly switched to their different direction, left and right.


    But their heightened vignce was for nothing except costing extra energy. However, no oneined about their due wariness.


    "Right Clear."


    "Left Clear."


    The team leader assessed and made a decision. "Hold right, we''ll be working the left for now."


    Because there were more doorways on the right side, any sane person would clear the left where there was only one doorway. Cursing lightly at the disappearance of the enemy, the team leader ordered her team.


    The rest were also ufortable letting Ling Qingyu escape under their strong pressure. Frankly, they had never met a person as slippery as a loach.


    All their precise aim ceased to hit the target. Somehow, they even suspected their opponent could calcte their style, formation, and aiming pattern. If not for impable movement, they doubted whether Ling Qingyu was a robot with perfect radar to detect the bullets.


    After all, so many new unimagined technologies had been vividly disyed in front of their eyes. If Instructor Tang came in and said the enemy was a newly tested robot, they would believe her words without hesitation.


    Hearing the gunfire left behind, Ling Qingyu knew she wasn''t followed and slowed down her pace. The reason she wasn''t willing to pin the opponents in the hallway was because sometimes to get something you must give up something.


    Another reason was to prevent herself from being killed too early. If she stayed in one ce, sooner orter that would be her final ending in the simtion.


    Now, due to abundant time, Ling Qingyu could n out her steps before the operators arrived and gave them hell again.


    Seeing Ling Qingyu''s achievement, Tang Ziyi and the onlookers looked relieved and apuded silently. So much brainwork within a short time frame.


    They now understood the difference between people with high and low IQ. Although it was a pity not to see Ling Qingyu''s embarrassment except in the beginning, many had new gains, watching the match.


    There wasn''t any more interesting thing to watch and the show became boring, the eyes were drawn toward another party.


    When their nces hovered over Yang Qingyue''s duo, their eyelids twitched, because they saw the two policewomen having an easier time, instead of cat and mouse dangerous y performed by Ling Qingyu.


    The fight was still going on around the entry point, which was what made everyone who was looking from above speechless.


    Some pped their forehead, feeling unbearable for not being able to defeat the two police members. Most were unwilling, seeing the sisters who trained like them, encountering difficulties.


    So, they watched meticulously, trying to ce themselves in and discovered, that their situation might not be too different except for fastening the process.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning refused the team outside to enter, barring them with walls of bullets.


    Two firing at the same time was more fierce than Ling Qingyu. They would hide and shoot from behind cover, making the enemy harder to aim at them.


    Not to mention, one additional manpower eliminated the worries and troubles Ling Qingyu faced.


    There was a colossal difference between one versus five and two versus five. The chasm was hard to cross.


    The twoplimented each other''s weaknesses. Their growth from childhood together allowed them to reach huge coherence. The teamwork between the two disyed no gap.


    Both covered each other''s blind spots. When one aimed high, the other aimed low.


    When one aimed left, the other aimed right. When one reloaded, the other provided sufficient cover.


    They didn''t need tomunicate verbally. It was as if the two had telepathy ability, understanding what other meant immediately just from the gesture.


    The battle for the entry point heated up. Initially, the operators outside nned to waste Yang Qingyue''s and Cai Ning''s ammunition.


    But how could Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning not understand the importance of conservation. Apart from the fierce resistance initially, they switched to gradual suppression, one shot at a time, disgusting their opponents.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning could afford to waste time but they couldn''t! They must act fast.


    However, the operators understood the deep meaning behind this exercise, including the onlookers. Instructor Tang really had so many hands.


    The match between the two police officers and their group proved skills didn''t matter too much but the equipment and proper preparation were of the essence.


    In the offensive battle, the ratio of the troops against the enemy was 3 to 1. In an urban warfare environment, it increased the ratio from 6 to 1. But in a CQB scenario, the minimum ratio was to have 10 to 1 advantage.


    However, in this match, except for the skills, Ling Qingyu''s guards suffered in every aspect, attacking the defenders. shbangs weren''t allowed. A shield couldn''t be used because this might be too bullying.


    The weapons between them and the defenders were pistols. Not to mention, they only had 10 personnels on their side against 3 plus robot targets.


    They now knew there would always be people beyond them. Their arrogance probably built up after training so much became steady. Everyone learned a profound lesson today and the onlookers looked at Tang Ziyi gratefully.


    This wasn''t a knight duel where warriors relied on skills. In a gun duel, everyone had a 50-50 chance even if one of them was more skilled. The results below showed the meaning.


    Tang Ziyi: ???


    Tang Ziyi was confused, sensing Ling Qingyu''s subordinates'' grateful gazes. She let Yang Qingyue, Cai Ning and Ling Qingyu participate to deter and show the guards'' capabilities, apart from wanting to y with Ling Qingyu.


    She was certain after today''s simted battlefield, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning would give full green lights and freedom of movement without constringent restrictions. If the guards achieved excellent results in cracking down on crimes, more opportunities would open up.


    ¡­.


    The battle between Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning vs Ling Qingyu''s guards boiled like a spark on the prairie.


    Instead of an easier option, the operators had to fight for the domination of the threshold. They fired and ducked back, then fired again until finally, the team leader ordered full suppression.


    Since they had pretty much cleared the area from outside but were unable to breakthrough the entrance and knew there were no no-shoot targets, they let go of their hands.


    Pre-fire everything before exposing themselves. It miraculously worked. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning weren''t immune to bullets flying past them, even if the shots were inurate. Nobody was trained to be resistant to the air whips.


    Both knew they had to fall back. Yang Qingyue said. "You first, I''m covering!"


    Yang Qingyue poured all the casing inside her Glock quickly. Without needing any signal, Cai Ning ran back a couple of meters, stopped behind cover and opened fire the same way, then eximed. "Set!"


    Yang Qingyue knew it was her turn. She also rushed back and inserted another magazine, reloading on foot. Once she attained a strong position, the same process urred. Both gradually egressed on their retreat path to avoid the dangerous scenario experienced by Ling Qingyu.


    Despite seemingly repulsing several attacks easily, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning had different ideas, contrasting the onlookers'' judgment. Their close experience told the two how difficult were Ling Qingyu''s subordinates.


    While others, including their opponents, might think the two were rxed, both had sweaty hands. Only after fully disengaging from the operators, they heaved a sigh of relief.


    Moving the visors up, both exchanged nces and broke out intoughter. The two wiped the sweat near the eyes, that were affecting them. Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue felt this was the happiest moment since their childhood.

 Chapter 292: Action [5]

    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning had never run as much as this time. They recalled the time when the two yed tag-you are it. Calming down the excitement, both put the visors down and decided to act ording to the previous arrangement.


    The noise quietened down. A few bangs uttered across the hall, probably the poor targets left behind. If not for their sacrifice, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning might be followed and pressured.


    It wasn''t so easy to get out of the fight. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning paid salutes to those paper targets for their heroic act.


    In fact, the two hadmunicated with eyenguage, approving of Ling Qingyu''s guards'' skills. They were also relieved to giveaway some advantages Ling Qingyu pursued and autonomy.


    A dangerous move in officialdom, when a strong element, a variable uncertain enough to cause a huge negative impact, was no longer in control. However, since the two trusted Ling Qingyu and understood her subtle inner mindset, no one minded.


    If a leader wasn''t Ling Qingyu, that would be a problem; however, they still retained several ways to press the danger, should one arise.


    Furthermore, they were also confident in their rise in the socialdder to check and bnce Ling Qingyu. Plus, Yang Qingyue, who had exchanged ''deeply'', was the least worried.


    The two''s trial had made them impressed, especially Ling Qingyu''s guards who fought against them. Even though the advantage leaned toward them, they weren''t arrogant to think they were superior.


    Defense and offense had distinct requirements. If there were equalities between parties, there wouldn''t be any change in the situation except stalemate.


    Ling Qingyu''s guards were limited a lot by Tang Ziyi to disy the skills of individuals and team. So, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning understood the obstacles the guards had to wriggle through.


    Tang Ziyi had already informed them that the operators serving as their opponents were newbies or the newest generation, whose hands hadn''t touched and felt the guns, unlike the two policewomen or the first generation they knew.


    This was what shocked Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning the most. New recruits were able to fight head-on with them or even suppress them.


    One must know the two policewomen weren''t simple. Cai Ning underwent rigorous training when she joined the reputable MSS. The grueling selection process and arduous training exercise, along with dangerous missions, could already raise Cai Ning to veteran status.


    Of course, her level still couldn''tpare with tier-one special forces but it wasn''t much different. Perhaps, in terms of skills and talent, she wasn''t bad but shecked the required stamina and endurance.


    On the other hand, Yang Qingyue wanted to join special task force like her childhood friend but she didn''t pass them. It wasn''t wrong to say Cai Ning was better.


    However, who made her have a powerful mother in the officialdom. One word solved everything. Unfortunately, her mother would never allow her daughter to work in the most dangerous field. She could ept her daughter serving as a police member and limit Yang Qingyue''s desire.


    Yang Qingyue strongly protested against this behavior and negotiated with her mother. Finally, the two agreed Yang Qingyue to participate in SWAT training and the required skillsets. Yang Qingyue was able to enjoy and learn them, engaged with many special police units but was forbidden to ever serve as a SWAT member.


    In short, the two''s skills mustn''t be underestimated. Ling Qingyu''s guards were facing against two SWAT-like operators. Hence, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning were delighted to see Ling Qingyu''s subordinates able to repulse and force them away.


    Although both discovered obvious military traits in the operators, especially the aggressive tactics, Ling Qingyu''s guards weren''t police in the first ce. The two attributed the reason to Tang Ziyi''s teaching. How could a mercenary train a proper police? What was important than to solve severe crisis in Province N? Only supreme strength could crush those unscrupulous gangs and organized criminals.


    The requirements and expectations weren''t too high. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning were satisfied with today''s test. Now, all that remained was to see the simtion through to the end.


    Not to mention, they were too happy to participate in the simted battlefield. If not for their busy career, they also wanted to enjoy daily training.


    "I wonder how''s Sister Ling doing." Cai Ning said with a chuckle.


    "Well, I hope she''s fine. You should hear gunfire exchanging rapidly. That''s likely back and forth." Yang Qingyue analyzed the sound,ing from Ling Qingyu''s area. "It means she''s surviving."


    "Oh, don''t you even have confidence in her? Perhaps, she can easily overturn the opposing team like the protagonists in the movie." Cai Ning smirked and said, though her expression was hidden under the hood. "After all, there must be something positive with what you choose."


    Yang Qingyue heard her friend teasing and stared at Cai Ning''s eyes. She understood her friend likely guessed something and didn''t rebuke her. "Stop kidding. We''re even struggling to not die. What do you expect more?"


    Cai Ning shrugged. "Come on. Why do you think Sister Tang explicitly stated she should be alone?"


    Her friend''s question really stumped Yang Qingyue. She couldn''t understand how a true novice like Ling Qingyu would defend well.


    Was there something she hadn''t put in the calction? Never mind, Yang Qingyue shook her head. "Anyway, we don''t need to care too much and do our part. Let''s trust Sister Ling, shall we?"


    "Of course. There''s nothing except this. I doubt if we separate, we won''tst a minute." Cai Ning nodded and answered. "Just be mindful of the gunfire near Ling Qingyu. If it stops or quiets down, we must be prepared to be nked."


    While the two policewomen came up with countermeasures if Ling Qingyu failed, things spiced up on the other side. Ling Qingyu''s behavior brought joy from the onlookers. Even Tang Ziyi''s eyelids twitched.


    Well, Ling Qingyu did very well, slowing down her opponents in spite of obvious sessful advances. However, if Ling Qingyu hadn''t survived, the opposing team might have already reached to diffuse the bomb.


    Since ammunition was limited, Ling Qingyu couldn''t waste it willfully. Though she could utilize her space ring to store bullets and exploit this advantage, she didn''t want to cheat and didn''t want to disy her secrets to many outsiders.


    As a result, Ling Qingyu was forced to precisely estimate the number of bullets in her hand and use them wisely or sparingly. She couldn''t fight head-on, with the number of bullets she possessed. One against four, no one needed to question. Not skills, not even ammunition. Avoid the strong and strike the weak.


    While the operators were clearing room after room, Ling Qingyu would find the exact weak moment to strike. She would fire a couple of rounds and retreat, harassing the group.


    Sometimes Ling Qingyu used only one or two shots, when the opponents weren''t paying attention.


    She picked up several choke points for ambushes. The operators were forced to heighten their vignce. When their brains burned more calories, people became a bit tired and made mistakes in judgment, which was what Ling Qingyu wanted.


    Though her hitsnded mostly on the protected vests, Ling Qingyu didn''t mind. She continued her harassment to the point where her opponents wanted to tear her body into pieces.


    She had reverted to the style of cat and mouse game, ying guerri war. Ling Qingyu''s mood became sky-high. Although she couldn''t see the depressed face in the opponents'' expressions, Ling Qingyu could perceive the dreadful palpitation.


    The rage and frustration inside. As long as the victim wasn''t her, Ling Qingyu was happy to see. After all, when the team tried to catch up, Ling Qingyu had disappeared. They didn''t dare to overstep, frightened to fall into her trap, because they had experienced luck.


    Ling Qingyumented her luck since the group somehow managed to escape the trap unscarthed and continued clearing.

 Chapter 293: Action [6]

    Ling Qingyu leaned on the wall, breathing in and out deeply. Her hurried pace showed exhaustion. Putting her visor up, she swatted away the sweat dripping on her brows and eyelids.


    She swore the calories spent today were definitely more than her daily high-intensity exercise. Her figure not copsing already proved she had enhanced her physique.


    Ling Qingyu sat on the ground, not even worried about being eliminated. Life was too invincible. Perhaps her luck had twirled the bullets away from her.


    If the opposing team heard her peerless inner monologue, they would retch out their intestine in disgust. When did their urate shots be so useless?


    Of course, Ling Qingyu was having a fun mindset. She now realized how those peerless martial artists felt standing on the top of the mountain though hers was pretending for a moment.


    Back to the present, Ling Qingyu unholstered the Glock and checked from the side. Taking out the magazine and scrutinizing the rounds, she mmed the stic brick back into the chamber.


    In addition to the one already loaded, she still had two more in her pouch. Even if she shot sparingly and relied on guerri tactics, consumption remained high.


    Despite several harassments from her part, she still failed to slow down her subordinates, who were terribly excellent in her opinion. After more and more encounters, she found the situation harder to break.


    Ling Qingyu could no longer suppress them, especially when the original team stopped underestimating and began to prepare wholeheartedly. Even though she praised their mindsets of the lion catching the rabbit with all its strength and might, her face darkened at the thoughts of suffering under her subordinates'' hands.


    Fortunately, she hadn''t heard the guards'' discussion of wanting to see her in embarrassment and forgot Tang Ziyi''s promise of the participants'' rewards.


    "It''s getting harder and harder. Though I eliminate one, the rest are like hard stones, couldn''t be eaten." Ling Qingyu talked to herself and shook her head, depressed. "It seems I''ll lose after a while, without any ammunition."


    She said, looking down at the remaining magazines. As for why, she was so rxed because the guards still needed to clear several rooms left behind. In addition, the robots were on the same team, helping her dy, allowing Ling Qingyu to rest mentally and physically.


    Naturally, her rest hadn''t taken more than a minute. Ling Qingyu knew enough was enough and stood up, patting her chest and lowering the visor.


    Her eyes gleamed again, as she went back to harass the group.


    Boom! Bang! x2


    Ling Qingyu''s brows raised as she knew what the sound depicts. She already pictured a team, kicking into the room and clearing the targets. Since she heard the kick, the two parties were very close.


    Leaning close to the wall, Ling Qingyu tried to peek silently from the corner. Too bad, she was also wearing a helmet and visor causing her figure to show up before her eyes. Ling Qingyu realized her mistake but it was toote.


    Boom!


    Seeing the ck muzzle hole pointing in her direction, Ling Qingyu''s hair on her skin stood up frantically. Her instinct warned her, she would be hit if she didn''t dodge and she trusted it.


    Rationally, her minimal exposure had less than 5 percent of getting hit when she showed up for a fraction of a second. However, she dared not rely on luck.


    She knew the skills of the operators. Don''t think about the scene where she dribbled under the hail of bullets. It wasn''t easy.


    She depended on her instincts and estimations. Of course, luck yed a vital role. Now, she didn''t dare to bet.


    Ling Qingyu retracted her head and heard a whoosh passing by her left ear. Watching the impact the projectile brought on the wall behind, Ling Qingyu gulped.


    She was certain this was the closest she had been to getting hit. She also wanted to scream, why were her guards so murderous?


    "Contact front!" The guard who saw Ling Qingyu''s small shadow shouted but she didn''t stop firing, lest Ling Qingyu gain a small opportunity to fight back. The rest heard her outcry and chased.


    Whoosh! Whoosh!


    There were more bullets to follow through after the first, forcing Ling Qingyu to speechlessness. How much anger and grievance did they have? Ling Qingyu smacked her helmet.


    She also wanted to point out her gun and shoot back, but the suppression was so immense that she couldn''t reach out.


    Ling Qingyu darted back. She felt the bullet trajectories beginning to angle. This proved the opposition was getting nearer and overshooting. The face was indeed as she thought.


    Four operators hurriedly rushed while they kept firing. When the bullets were gone, they flicked away their magazines and inserted new ones. No matter how fast their footsteps were, their formation remained strong.


    The frontline kept up their suppression. When they had to reload, the second line took their position. They never stopped until they saw no one across the long corridor.


    Ling Qingyu''s figure was nowhere to be seen. The team leader cursed and ordered her group to pursue, ignoring the rooms on the side as they passed by.


    "Don''t stop. LP and pie the room." The team leader said.


    "Yes, Ma''am!"


    (LP-limited pration. A tactic to clear the room from the outside instead of rushing in. )


    Changing their formation to the appropriate condition, the team kept pace. Only the operator responsible for the sector pried the rooms slightly from the outside and ted for the team so that the group could move without stopping while the operator opened fire whenever she saw the targets.


    After all, the primary mission was to find and defuse the bomb. The secondary was to clear the building. The team no longer desired to waste a second. Killing Ling Qingyu and defusing bomb didn''t seem to have a collision, rted to the tasks. In pursuit, who knew they might find the bomb? So they ignored many rooms and decided to clearter.


    When Ling Qingyu slowed down and nced behind, she almost jumped in fright. "F**k! When did they catch up?"


    Her eyes captured the menacing rush of her enemies before she left their sight for a while. She thought the opposing team would act as usual. ns seemed to have changed. She could no longer waywardly escape. She must pin them down. Else, she might lead them straight to the bomb by ident.


    She halted her steps and chose a strong position for cover to hold them. A fierce fight broke out, whipping across the corridor. Ling Qingyu didn''t even think of saving ammo. Although Ling Qingyu''s gant resistance bought time, it was futile.


    Click.


    Soon, Ling Qingyu smiled wryly, sliding in herst magazine while listening to several shrapnels colliding with the wall. Her previous guerri achievement had now been nullified because of the guards'' different approach.


    In any case, she should y herst role and disy her heroic ''sacrifice'' under so many onlookers, whose sights were focused on her figure.


    Exchanging back and forth, Ling Qingyu exploited the gap to widen the distance. She seemed to have learned instinctively to see through these hard points.


    Naturally, Tang Ziyi smiled, satisfied to see Ling Qingyu''s strength. She was onlymenting the fact that this guy only desired to be a boss instead of a fighter. What a fuss!


    What a waste of talent! She finally found someone who could inherit hers but that one wasn''t interested. Tang Ziyi even felt her idea was disgusted.


    The onlookers who were more keen on anticipating entertainment now had a change in opinion. Once a boss always a boss. Even as a newbie, Ling Qingyu disyed strong capabilities they must acknowledge. Their president looked so cool!


    No longer were they eager to watch for fun. Though they had regrets to only witnessing very few embarrassing moments of Ling Qingyu, nobodyined.

 Chapter 294: Speechless

    Ling Qingyu''s action figure seemed like a old veteran, whistling around leisurely in the midst of a battlefield. Though her skills wereparable to special forces yet, she was doing fine, at least in many''s perspective.


    Even Tang Ziyi admitted she never expected this girl to reach the state so quickly. Having little ammunition and no rooms left to maneuver, everyone was eager to know what Ling Qingyu would do next.


    As a lone ranger, Ling Qingyu faced several difficulties. Though she might not have learn art of war meticulously, her high IQ knew her situation wouldn''t have happen if she had a single teammate.


    Two was never one plus one. It was indeed more than that. Now Ling Qingyu realized the philosophical meaning. Her helpless scenario wouldn''t appear, if she had one.


    Firing two or three shots to force her enemies into cover, Ling Qingyu moved backward. Because the two parties were shooting on the move and under fire, their shots were no longer 100 percent urate.


    Most of the inuracies came from Ling Qingyu. But her moves still had deterrence. Eliminating one of them had dissuaded the operators from thinking lightly.


    If the group were reced by first generation like Su Ruomei''s group, Ling Qingyu''s life should be long gone. Sometimes, talent and skills weren''t the main factor¡ªin the narrow road, the brave wins.


    Fear of being eliminated had cut off these girls'' capabilities. And Ling Qingyu knew to exploit. However, the scenario didn''t look good for Ling Qingyu, who was forced to enter a room while on the run.


    She couldn''t get out anymore except for returning fire. She didn''t choose to enter the room but she was forced to. In the long distance, she had run out of cover except this room.


    The opposing side realized Ling Qingyu''s disadvantageous circumstance and quickly pursued the victory.


    "She''s stuck."


    "Haha. It''s our time now!"


    "This slippery guy is now at her ends."


    Based on the words, anyone knew how much they had suffered under Ling Qingyu''s hand and how much hatred they bear.


    Ling Qingyu''s face darkened, hearing their voices. Come on, it was only just a game. There was no need to make things serious. She had forgotten her initial mindset of not willing to give in at all.


    Somehow, her spine chilled. She might ''die'' terribly. What happenedter on confirmed Ling Qingyu''s guess! But that was a story forter.


    Stressed under pressure, receiving iing fire, Ling Qingyu had strong desire to shoot back but she held back strongly. Not only would her shots be wasteful, but also the situation wouldn''t change, given her remaining ammo.


    She guessed less than half remained in the current magazine. Noting the impactsing from the opposition, she even wondered why their ammunition hadn''t depleted yet.


    In fact, the team leader on the other side had headaches and worries. Their group had used the ammunition more than the level they anticipated. Less than one-third remained.


    The consumption drastically increased during the several engagements with Ling Qingyu to either force her to retreat or lock her down. Suppression effect came at a cost.


    Fortunately, they were already trained to allocate the resources and managed them ordingly, spread across the team members. Now that Ling Qingyu had been cornered despite again, they were very confident to eliminate her.


    The group had forgotten they were yed around like ducks by Ling Qingyust time when they thought Ling Qingyu was trapped. Or maybe they were more prepared this time.


    Ling Qingyu checked the magazine and found only 5 bullets remained. She couldn''t waste them and sprayed from the doorway with only the gun outstretched.


    Not mentioning, their suppression''s ability went up. She was certain if she stretched out her hand, her Glock might flew away after being hit.


    From top to bottom, they had full coverage. Anything suspicious would be shot instantly. There was no doubt about that.


    Under the watchful eyes of many, Ling Qingyu looked upward and the wall around the room. Her lips curled up and her expression became meaningful. Anyone who understood Ling Qingyu knew what her smile meant.


    Of course, no one saw her face under full cover.


    "Be mindful of thest struggle." The team leader warned and led tworades to clear the room, while one of them stood outside to cover the sector.


    "Yes."


    Ling Qingyu had nowhere to run and they began to clear the room from outside. The team leader frowned. Her eyes turned weird. It was too silent and she still hadn''t seen the figure. Was the scoundrel hiding in the corner?


    Shemunicated with her subordinates through the eyes. Both understood. This was the worst case, especially this corner fed room, where the threatid on the two corners.


    The leader signaled high-low move and the other nodded. On the count, both peered the corners through the threshold. One of them knelt while the other hovered her arms over, pointing the gun at the opposite direction.


    "Clear left."


    "Clear Right. Room clear!"


    The three entered and searched the room, their eyes dumbfounded. What in the world? Where was Ling Qingyu''s figure? How did the figure disappear before their very eyes?


    The team leader had a smoking CPU inside her head for a moment, unable to fathom what was going on. She even pushed up her visor and rubbed her eyes to confirm whether her sight had a problem.


    "Don''t rub. It seems we see something wrong. It might just be the shadow entering. Perhaps she might have escaped long ago." Herradeforted.


    "Please, if only one saw wrong, I won''t say a word. But everyone had seen a small stature entering the room, right?" The team leader asked.


    "Well, I''m not sure." One scratched the back of her neck.


    "Sometimes, eyes can be deceiving."


    The team leader rolled her eyes and shook her head speechlessly. She shouldn''t trust her subordinates'' words. Who was it that shouted out in excitement the enemy was trapped and they guaranteed with their chests.


    "Alright. We still have a bomb to defuse. Let''s forget about room clearance and focus on finding the bomb."


    "Yes." The group returned to their mission state. Normally, hidden bomb was hard to find in realities but for the sake of simtion and to give some clues, the bomb could be easily discovered along with the loud beeping to dere its existence.


    The group put away the reason why the scoundrel disappeared out of their sight, attributing the reason to stress and other probable factors.


    The onlookers above had stiff expressions, all of whom were cursing in their mind at Ling Qingyu''s behavior.


    "Instructor Tang, won''t this be regarded as cheating." Someone beside Tang Ziyi asked.


    Tang Ziyi''s eyes were frozen. Her cheeks twitched, unsure of how to answer. She recollected her thoughts and whacked the tennis ball back. "What do you think? What does everyone think?"


    Everyone looked at one another and silently gestured middle fingers at Tang Ziyi''s shamelessness. Did they dare say out loud what Ling Qingyu did?


    Ling Qingyu was their boss, Okay?! How could these curse words they wanted to spit oute out of their mouth? What if they were remembered and liquidated, though Ling Qingyu might not do it. No one wanted to be Ling Qingyu''s eyesore.

 Chapter 295: Blatant cheating

    The dumbfounded reactions from the ones on the upper rail, covered by anotheryer of ss above the cleanhouse weren''t surprising based on Ling Qingyu''s action.


    Even Tang Ziyi''s brain lost connections for a few seconds. The prestigious rightful image of Ling Qingyu copsed in the minds of her subordinates.


    Apart from Tang Ziyi, who understood Ling Qingyu deeply, the rest were surprised by her behavior. Or they never expected her to do this.


    Tang Ziyi recovered after being caught off guard. "It''s good to teach the girls below a lesson. Not to be fully confident, thinking everything is going ording to n. It''smon sense."


    The rest rolled their eyes upon hearing her speech. This was more than justmon sense. This had already subverted universal cognition.


    If people didn''t know they couldn''t beat Tang Ziyi in martial arts and gunslinging skills, they might have taken action.


    Poor girls who were lied to by their superiors, everyone shook their heads watching below, praying for their future broken hearts.


    In fact, everyone who had smiles on their faces stiffened when they saw the cornered Ling Qingyu, making a move. Their eyes budged watching her jump and climb over the temporary walls.


    This was too much. Where in the real world could a person escape by climbing over the wall in the house? A naked cheating.


    Although they deliveredints through their expression, Tang Ziyi ignored all of them. Of course, it was only the outer appearance. Inside, Tang Ziyi was thinking of various methods to torture Ling Qingyu.


    Some wanted tough but controlled themselves from affecting the yers. Imagine seeing someone hopping out of the rules. The real definition of only the strong makes the rule.


    Tang Ziyi watched as Ling Qingyu disappeared from her opponents'' eyes and went around to the entry point where the fight began. There, she found a wounded operator in a daze.


    Silently approaching her, Ling Qingyu tapped her muzzle at the girl, who was stunned by her presence. Even from afar, Tang Ziyi guessed the girl''s brain might still be thinking how Ling Qingyu appeared from behind.


    The girl gave up thinking and raised her hand. She was already eliminated. Ling Qingyu was merciless, taking away the avable magazines on her vests and refreshed her readiness.


    "You girls do a real good job." Ling Qingyuplimented.


    "It''s you! President Ling! Gosh!" The girl''s voice rose and was stopped by Ling Qingyu silent gesture. She didn''t want her position to bepromised by a ''dead'' one. The girl nodded and muttered softly. "So, you''re the one hammering us?"


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes turned weird at the girl''s choice of words. Did she discover her sexual orientation? Well, although she would like to, she didn''t want to disgrace her reputation but she still nodded. "It''s me."


    "Amazing. I heard you just learned how to shoot only today so far."


    "What you heard is correct. The urate time is measured in hours. Probably 3 or more hours." Ling Qingyu answered.


    "Wow! I really have no words. Howe you''re able to nail us? What''s the use of practicing for so long when we can''tpare with you." The girl''s arms drooped and put up the visor. She was almost doubting her learning ability.


    "Oh, it''s just luck for me. I merely take advantage of your arrogance and overconfidence." Ling Qingyuforted to not dampen the girl''s learning mood. She couldn''t say out the reasons were her IQs and inate talent, could she?


    "If it''s only luck¡­" The girl didn''t say more and sighed, then shed a thumbs-up. "You really deserved to be our boss, the greatest talent I''ve ever seen."


    "Really, why did I hear someone shouting bastard and wanting to teach me lessons?" Ling Qingyu grinned.


    "Ahem." The girl coughed and said. "President Ling definitely heard wrong. You might have mistaken our secret syble code."


    Mistaken my ass, Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes. "I gotta go but I''ll remember you."


    Ling Qingyu left after checking the equipment.


    The girl almost shed tears. Please don''t remember me! I''m not important.


    She forgot Ling Qingyu couldn''t even identify her in the first ce. Her boss merely wanted to y with her feelings.


    After joking with her own subordinates, Ling Qingyu rushed ahead to catch up with the opposing team, who was trying to search for her figure and the bomb. She must stop them or slow their progress.


    Otherwise, Tang Ziyi might look down on her. Losing early and losingte were different concepts. Though the defeat was certain, she had to give it all.


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu were also watching the game but they were a bit far away from Tang Ziyi''s position and their eyes were more on Yang Qingyue''s duo.


    However, they also saw someone hopping over the fence. Their lips twitched. Even though they couldn''t distinguish who was who, they were certain this was Ling Qingyu. Who else but her, always thought of thinking outside the box?


    Now she was even fighting outside the wall. Like Tang Ziyi, Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu suffered the same treatment, being stared at by many eyes filled withplexities.


    Whether or not others heard her voice, Su Ruomei said simply. "You can do the same if you achieve President Ling''s status."


    These shut everyone up. To rise to Ling Qingyu''s status was easier said than done.


    "At least more of our sisters will realize themselves to prepare for surprises." Su Ruomei continued. "After all, things won''t always go ording to the n."


    More than not going ording to the n. This was a tant cheating.


    Therades beside her rolled their eyes. This was more than just surprises, okay! But one person nodded fervently. Jiang Yu would always agree with what her senior sister said.


    The rest were helpless against her reaction though they already anticipated fangirl-like behavior.


    Fortunately, this group was away from Tang Ziyi''s. Otherwise, the two group might explode, finding simrities among their leaders.


    The game continued no matter what they thought. Ling Qingyu utilized her biggest advantage and ambushed from the rear, shocking the group. Afterward, Ling Qingyu disappeared, quickly producing a spell of hopping over the fence and entered the game from another direction again.


    Ling Qingyu then repeated the process again and again, keeping in mind the location of her opponents.


    From the nks, from the front.


    Everywhere her appearance had slowed down the opposition team. The targeted group was puzzled at the appearance of enemies from several directions.


    The team had their minds blown. The sudden yet unpredictable appearances disturbed their state of mind. The team leader thought the other team was eliminated and the previous scoundrel''s allies hade, then quicklymunicated with the other team.


    She received the message¡ªthe battle was still going on. So, howe several enemies popped up around her team? ording to the intel, she knew there were three moving tangos along with robot targets.


    Unless, there was an error in the intelligence which was usually simted from time to time. She didn''t feel surprised if that were the case.


    The other probability was someone supposedly cheated. Because if there were more people, eliminating them only required two or more coordinated attacks instead of a singr one.


    Before she had time to think further, bullets came in the direction of her team again. She was getting more and more annoyed! She vowed to teach whoever this bastard creating problems was.


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 Chapter 296: Game over!

    Before she had time to think further, bullets came in the direction of her team again. She was getting more and more annoyed! She vowed to teach whoever this bastard creating problems was.


    The team leader ordered them to ignore those harassments and arranged her team to cover all angles. The enemy was unusual. Her previous prediction was disturbed and she decided not to think and stick to the original n of finding the bomb first.


    Diamond formation. The pointsman aimed her sight at the front. The rearman watched behind. Two on the nk covered corresponding left and right sectors if there were openings.


    The team adjusted the formation ordingly to changes. They had only one job¡ªto move fast and straight to the goal, and ignore other disturbances.


    Ling Qingyu was also helpless. She could engage with the enemy within a short time. Else, they might recover ande up with new tactics to counter hers.


    The opposition''s change of attitude definitely sped up the tempo. Ling Qingyu couldn''t hold and block them from maneuvering.


    While she seemed to be a hunter, they weren''t prey. Ling Qingyu knew it wouldn''t work by continuing her hooligan style.


    Why were her guards so clever and coordinated in their actions? They drove straight to the objective and solved the predicament. Ling Qingyu gritted her teeth.


    10 minutes had passed by. Only 5 minutes remained before the bomb exploded.


    After several ambushes, Ling Qingyu knew her direction was going straight toward Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning, listening to the gunfire near.


    She had to report the situation and asked for advice. Even if she nned everything wlessly, at least in her opinion, requesting help from professionals was better.


    Her figure surprised Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning before realizing they were the same party.


    The additional firepower outputing from Ling Qingyu from a different angle alleviated Yang Qingyue''s and Cai Ning''s current difficulty, forcing the opposition to retreat.


    Noting Ling Qingyu''s sudden appearance, the team leader cursed at the other team''s negligence. Or were they even eliminated?


    She was shocked and contacted herrade. She felt relieved hearing nothing went from, except for one injured, then informed them that Ling Qingyu was here.


    The other team, exploiting this intelligence news, sped up. Of course, Ling Qingyu had known this would happen but she still needed to discuss it with the two policewomen.


    After sessfully, repulsing the enemy, Ling Qingyu stayed near the two and said. "It looks like you''re doing fine."


    "Of course, what happens that youe to us?" Yang Qingyue asked.


    "Actually, based on our situation, it''s a loss game anyway." Ling Qingyu said after thinking for a while. She calcted, that even if their group were able to take out more than 5 enemies, the victory belonged to the SWAT team.


    Not to mention, eliminating one took a huge effort. Look at how much n and luck Ling Qingyu had to kill one of them. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning weren''t able to take out a single enemy, even though they were doing fine.


    "We know." Cai Ning replied, exchanging nces with Yang Qingyue. "But we still want to have a thrilling experience of gunpowder."


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes at their militant behaviors. What was so awesome about firefight though she admitted she was also excited but she did hope she didn''t need to use those skills.


    "Whatever. Ie here to report my situation. My area is screwed, I can''t stop them." Ling Qingyu said. Their roles as terrorists meant they couldn''t use radio tomunicate andunch effective resistance.


    "It''s not like we don''t have the same situation as yours." Cai Ning replied.


    "So, you lost so miserably that youe to us. Why so fast?" Yang Qingyue mocked mercilessly. "You didn''t give up grounds and cower under fire."


    Ling Qingyu retorted. "Nonsense! Compared to yours, I''ve put down one of them by myself against a group. What about you?"


    "Oh so what? you still didn''t admit you lost ground." Yang Qingyue wasn''t willing to give in. "Or are you saying our skills are bad."


    Frankly, the two were impressed, Ling Qingyu was able to fend off alone and even eliminated one ording to her words. But their expression still showed disbelief.


    "Come on. You girls are professional. I''m just more lucky. You don''t believe me. Look at this gun." Ling Qingyu pointed at her Glock. "I''ve already run out of ammunition and took this one from one of the opponents."


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning swallowed back their words and looked at Ling Qingyu strangely. Did the battle even reach the level of hand-to-handbat? Their imagination went far and wide.


    "In any case, you should hold the line and sacrifice." Yang Qingyue rebutted.


    Ling Qingyu''s forehead grew big. She had lost her face and image among her subordinates because of cheating to survive.


    She had already died if she chose not to. Where in the world did she have time to sacrifice?


    If she followed Yang Qingyue''s words, she was certain these two girls would be whacked back and forth.


    "Hmph! It seems like I''m not wee here." Ling Qingyu muttered.


    "It''s not weed, really. Go back to your post and do your job." Yang Qingyue replied. "Your existence messes up our original coherence. Now go!"


    Yang Qingyue drove Ling Qingyu away because the battle had begun again. The two policewomen quickly went to the defensive positions.


    "I let you know who''s on top after today''s training." Ling Qingyu said and left.


    Yang Qingyue waved her hand while she shot at the opponents. She didn''t want to bicker with childish Ling Qingyu. Time would tell who was on top. She had the confidence to overwhelm this ice goddess.


    Cai Ning''s lips twitched. Did she hear what she wasn''t supposed to? She didn''t want to overwork! Shaking her head, Cai Ning cooperated with Yang Qingyue.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu''s strength was her more scheming mind than skills. If the two policewomen were good in conspiracy, they could put down a few enemies.


    Their skills were indeed much better than Ling Qingyu''s. And they had one advantage¡ªdisciplined shootings. The two didn''t waste a single bullet like Ling Qingyu did.


    It was for this reason, despite being able to hold the line, they couldn''t exhibit obvious damage to the enemies.


    Soon, Ling Qingyu''s faction faced troubles because Cai Ning was hit, which meant their firepower had dropped dramatically. In spite of foreknowledge of their defeat since the beginning of the game, the two remaining were still reluctant.


    Without Cai Ning''s presence, Yang Qingyue''s difficulty increased and she was suppressedter. Not long after, the opposition made a move and eliminated her. After all, her CQB skills were way worse than Ling Qingyu''s guards, who honed them regrly.


    On Ling Qingyu''s side, she continued her guerri concept, not even sparing the use of hopping over the wall. Naturally, Ling Qingyu tried to avoid been seen.


    Even then, because Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue were eliminated, which she didn''t know yet, Ling Qingyu discovered she was being sandwiched.


    The opposing team from Yang Qingyue''s side quickly gained ground and cleared methodically. This might be the only good news because she had time to prepare.


    However, her luck seemed to have gone as a bullet managed tond on her body.


    Ling Qingyu stared at her ''wounds'' in doubt: Damn!

 Chapter 297: Flattered to the sky

    Ling Qingyu was about to be eliminated. But the game wasn''t over, the clock still ticked on the bomb. Of course, to act more realistically, Ling Qingyu fell down on the floor.


    Despite being unsightly, this was what Tang Ziyi asked everyone to do. As long as one fell, it meant the character was dead.


    Ling Qingyu now roleyed as a dead NPC. She should be ignored, right? Nope, in the midst of falling, Ling Qingyu still felt several impacts, hitting her.


    Gosh, now she understood the perspective of someone being shot till they hit the ground.


    Several more followed and she thought this was the end. But the gunfire never ceased to end so much so that Ling Qingyu knew something was wrong.


    Her ears heard curses amid the heated loud bangs.


    "Damn it! Finally, we got her."


    "Now, this bastard looks nothing more than that."


    What made her speechless was Ling Qingyu heard magazines reload and bullets sprayed on her.


    Though she was protected under special clothing, her body sensed small pain because of those impacts like a kid trying to punch on the skin of the adult. Though not excruciating still painful regardless. Continuous hits heightened the sensation.


    How much hate did the team she entangled possessed? She just made a little mess. How could the girls be so vicious?


    Ling Qingyu had to cover herself, knees bent, hands over the heat, a subconscious behavior to protect the weakest internal organ. Despite none of the pain was harmful, Ling Qingyu felt better.


    Her embarrassing appearance sprouted huge waves ofughter from above, some even holding on to their dear waist, worried of getting broken.


    They shed thumbs-up to the girls who dared to go against their boss. Such courage for righteousness must be apuded.


    Tang Ziyi massaged her forehead helplessly against her subordinates, or Ling Qingyu''s. Perhaps, Ling Qingyu''s cheating act raised this happiness.


    She wondered what their reactions would be after a while if she recorded their faces and showed them to Ling Qingyu.


    Ling Qingyu could no longer pretend to be dead and eximed. "Isn''t it enough?!"


    "Hmph! Not enough." One of the girls from the opposition muttered.


    "Wait. Wait a moment. I seem to be familiar with this voice." The team leader halted herrades'' eagerness, feeling an ominous atmosphere.


    "Now that you''ve said it, I also feel the same." Many simr agreements popped up among the four. Their scalps suddenly tingled as realization dawned on them.


    Damn! They just thought the culprit was one of the policewomen who volunteered to test their skills. Their pride being rubbed to the ground by someone who messed up their formation and gave them endless trouble sparked enrage.


    Since, the two parties were from different sides, they had decided to teach a good lesson. Now, the group remembered Tang Ziyi''s words before the game began. Anyone able to hit President Ling several times earned a huge sum of money. Which meant....


    The point was President Ling was one of the participants, serving as a terrorist yer. From the tone of the voice from the bastard, they initially thought, everyone gulped. The group forgot their boss was on the opposing team.


    Oh uh! Yep, these were the only words they could utter.


    The team leader moved forward and gently shook Ling Qingyu''s body. "Are you hurt? Forgive us because you never seem to go down under our hails of bullets; so we weren''t sure if someone is pretending or our aim missed."


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes at the girl''s petty excuse. She wasn''t a fool to not notice the agitation contained inside the girls. Especially, she had groaned like those in the movies when the extra fell down.


    Though she understood their state of mind if she reced them, it didn''t mean she wasn''t annoyed.


    However, the team leader''s gentleness, aplete alternation from the previous fierce tigress, put her angry mood down. She couldn''t even bear to be enraged or annoyed.


    Sometimes, a perfect tone and words really could affect a person''s psychology. Which might be the reason why Ling Qingyu suffered myocardial infarction whenever she interacted with Miss System.


    Talking to the Tsundere would neverfort anyone''s soul. Even an apology or worried expression was hard toe by. Theirfort might pop out veins on the forehead.


    Naturally, in several asions, Miss System rarely made a mistake or never did. She seemed to be an embodiment of the truth.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t think much and was helped by the team leader to stand up.


    The rest stood by, embarrassed and unsure what to do next, as if waiting for a serious sentence.


    "The game is over. I have to say President Ling is like a super soldier." The team leader shed her thumbs-up and praised her sincerely. "Even if you have trained for only one day, I feel suppressed."


    "Yes! Yes! It''s incredible our eyes couldn''t capture President Ling''s figure. You can pop out from left and then right. It seems like you''re everywhere." The remaining girls quickly nodded and followed suit.


    "Exactly, President Ling. You have no idea about our uracy but you manage to dodge so many."


    "That''s right. If we didn''t know President Ling had never practiced before, we might have thought we were facing against an experienced veteran."


    "¡­"


    Bullshit, the muscles on Ling Qingyu''s cheek trembled. If she didn''t know herself clearly, she might have ascended straight to the immortal realm by listening to their eager praises, seeking for forgiveness.


    Her ears weren''t deaf to not have heard theirints and curses when she engaged guerri with them.


    Although there wasn''t any anger and her annoyance had dissipated, listening to their sweet voices, no matter how false it seemed, Ling Qingyu wouldn''t let go easily.


    "Oh! Then, why am I still shot after lying on the ground?" Ling Qingyu flipped over her visor and asked. Even if they had excuses, she wanted to listen more.


    The operators nced around and simultaneously looked at the team leader to reply. The team leader, noting their behaviors, almost cursed. Though it was her idea, please don''t confess straightaway.


    The team leader with a pair of begging eyes almost cried. Fortunately, everyone''s expression was hidden under their equipment. She replied: "President Ling''s aura and priorbat were too fierce, we didn''t even notice we hit you. Forgive us for losing our minds. We might have been scared by your aura."


    Ling Qingyu didn''t want to point out too much. Who didn''t know it was your order to beat the shit out of me? I even heard them clearly. Ling Qingyu thought.


    The excuse was reasonable and Ling Qingyu never intended to pursue far. However, recognizing their mood, Ling Qingyu''s eyes showed cunningness.


    "Really, while I was running around, I seem to have heard someoneparing me to thieves and bastards, and even swear to rub me on the ground." Ling Qingyu said.


    Everyone raised their hands and shook. The team leader said. "Ah! You might have misheard. It''s impossible. President Ling, we''re sincerely congratting you.


    Those words referring to thieves were praises. We cannot even reach your realm yet."


    "Hmm?" Ling Qingyu was curious about what ridiculous answer would she hear again. "How do you say?"


    Her bodynguage told¡ªI''m very interested.


    Despite the bitter smile, the leader girl said. "Of course, your abilities have blinded and confused us. Warfare is full of deceit. A good soldier will always have deception under the sleeves."


    Ling Qingyu chuckled and found their replies cute. She really found these girls interesting and fun. One moment they were gritting their teeth so much she suspected her ears noticed the tter. The next moment they pour their vengeance hitting her hard. Andter they ttered Ling Qingyu to heaven.


    "Come on, Sister Ling. Stop pressuring the girls. It''s not like we haven''t seen what you''ve done." The cold elder sister voice came.

 Chapter 298: Speak properly and dont curse me

    "Come on, Sister Ling. Stop pressuring the girls. It''s not like we haven''t seen what you''ve done."


    As soon as the woman''s voice came, Ling Qingyu found the girls relieved as if they were finally rescued from an impending doom. Her brows raised as she wondered if her presence was more fearful than Tang Ziyi''s.


    However, her cheek reddened, hearing the words mentioned her cheating event. Perhaps, her wanton behavior might have broadened the lower limits of hers in the eyes of her subordinates.


    Although Ling Qingyu blushed, she had to thank the clothing style for hiding everything. Turning her head at the speaker, Ling Qingyu found a group of girls following from behind.


    The game had finished, and the SWAT team had sessfully defused the bomb and cleared out the enemies.


    So, the onlookers could enter the arena too. Studying their faces carefully, Ling Qingyu was helpless, especially their snickering expressions after Tang Ziyi pointed out her mischievousness.


    While the girls, who shot at Ling Qingyu, thought, they were beingughed at and blushed in shame. After all, their daring action against the boss was indeed courageous


    "Alright. You girls leave. As I promised, there''ll be a reward specifically for your group." Tang Ziyi waved her hands and stared at Ling Qingyu with a smile.


    The girls immediately straightened their chests and left. The group escaped like they had been granted amnesty.


    Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched at their behavior. She was never the one to bully her subordinates wantonly, okay? She was a sincere boss who cared for the employees.


    If the escapees heard her innerint, they would protest and point at the rumors. The cold ruthless, merciless CEO in Province N.


    It wasn''t wrong to say there had been a saying spread across the circle. You could offend the officials and other rich people but don''t offend Ling Qingyu.


    Her name was like a walking nuclear bomb in the elite circle, capable enough to deter people with malicious intentions. Her subordinates loved and feared her because of those words.


    Someone who could terrify even the powerful one could easily knead them like a dough. So, there was no way, the girls who had abused Ling Qingyu in the game weren''t afraid.


    Given the opportunity, they quickly extracted from the scenes, with immense gratitude toward Tang Ziyi.


    Seeing their leaving figure, how could Ling Qingyu, who always walked through muddy water with ease, not understand their thoughts? She just rolled her eyes at Tang Ziyi, who easily attained praise and thanks with just words.


    She became a viin just to shine a protagonist. Not that she objected. People must y good cop and bad cop to control subordinates'' mentality. It was this skillful grasp, which differentiated from a sessful and kindhearted boss from others.


    Too easygoing might give the wrong signals to the subordinates. Too strict might not allow for utmost efficiency.


    Some might point out check and bnce monitoring system was the greatest tool but Ling Qingyu thought otherwise.


    Whenever these were applied to society, they rarely worked. Human beings are always sessful in spotting loopholes and exploiting them. Unless there was a continuous update, without a monitoring system was better.


    "President Ling is the best at marksmanship."


    "Excellent nning and execution. It''s good to see our President alsopetent in both civil and martial ways."


    "Our President Ling''s physique can even hop over the wall with ease. I can''t imagine."


    "¡­"


    Ling Qingyu coughed. She knew for a fact, that thesedies showing kind expressions already had seen her clearly and were kidding around.


    Their ttering eyes poked her skin like a sea of needles. She took off her helmet, wrapped it under her arm, and removed the hood.


    Her hair was sticking to the skin. Though there was already a cooling system in the dress, some sweat was inevitable, particrly under extreme exercise.


    However, Ling Qingyu''s face along with disheveled hairline dangling around mesmerized everyone even if their gender was female. A rare moment to observe Ling Qingyu''s pale and weak look, exuding softness in contrast to her strong temperament most of the time.


    Ling Qingyu''s beautiful spent face, who would have the opportunity to witness the extreme beauty. Tang Ziyi was also not spared but her willpower was stronger, and she cleared her throat.


    Ling Qingyu found many girls ogling at herfortable. If not to avoid breaking her character, She would pose more styles. They were cute girls, not the eyes of men. Brushing the hair behind her ears and tidying the mess, Ling Qingyu said.


    "Thank you for yourpliments. I still know and realize how much will and energy you girls had to put into it. I must express gratitude."


    Tang Ziyi interrupted. "As long as you know so that you don''t abuse your subordinates."


    "En? When have I ever done that?" Ling Qingyu was baffled. "I''m sure everyone likes me, right?"


    Ling Qingyu''s teasing inquiry received chuckles and nods, as if they were agreeing only because you were the boss. Naturally, she understood her subordinates'' cheerful interaction.


    "What do you think about the girls'' skills?" Tang Ziyi asked.


    "They are thetest ones to join us and train, correct?" Ling Qingyu had to make sure before concluding.


    The girls around nodded.


    "To be frank, I don''t know. I''m not an expert." Ling Qingyu sighed and answered because she really had no views.


    "It''s okay. Just say your impression." Of course, Tang Ziyi and the rest knew but they still must get the boss''s opinion.


    "It''s hard to make a judgment when I don''t have a clear reference. But don''tugh at me. I''m sure they''re better than any SWAT units in our country." Ling Qingyu wanted to say even better than regr special forces but decided to withhold.


    The girls gleamed with joy. Particrly, the most senior ones were more clear about the improvement with added buffs from Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu''s resource support. Being affirmed by the boss was the best feeling.


    Tang Ziyi nodded impassively. In fact, Ling Qingyu wasn''t wrong but there were reasons why the guards were more capable. Equipment, training, and best systempiled by Tang Ziyi personally based on her experience.


    Perhaps noticing Tang Ziyi and Ling Qingyu had something to discuss, the rest dispersed and continued their jobs. Now that there was no longer excitement, everyone didn''t want to stand still and do nothing.


    "You didn''t intend to punish those girls, do you?" Tang Ziyi joked.


    "Why would I? I understand their anger and frustration. Besides, I can''t even see their identities." Ling Qingyu shrugged.


    Tang Ziyi knew Ling Qingyu could search for them if she desired to. "It''s good. Poor girls might experience nightmares for several days."


    Ling Qingyuughed evily, imagining those scenes. "Where''s Sister Yang and Sister Cai?"


    "Speak of the devil." Tang Ziyi gestured behind Ling Qingyu with her chin.


    Ling Qingyu turned around and saw the two policewomen, having their equipment removed except for the clothes. Because they were visitors, the guards helped them carry away.


    "So, what do you think?" Ling Qingyu asked the same question she was being asked.


    Yang Qingyue exchanged nces with Cai Ning and paused, recollecting words. Because the fierce action despitesting for a dozen minutes still had dreary effect on their mind, they contemted for a while about the issue from the bystander''s perspective, trying to not have a preliminary impression.


    Waiting for the two to speak, Ling Qingyu elbowed Tang Ziyi and said. "Touch my head. I feel like they are overheating."


    "It''s you who said." Tang Ziyi narrowed her eyes and scuffled Ling Qingyu''s hair, sprouting protest.


    "I just want to show you how much my brain fried just toe up with techniques and tactics. I have no idea how you handle them like a career." Ling Qingyu patted away Tang Ziyi''s perverted hand and said. She had nowhere to cry about Tang Ziyi trying to take advantage of her.


    "It''s alright. You haven''t train these techniques to your instinctive level; so, you waste energy and time. Don''t worry, after a month, you''ll be an expert." Tang Ziyi stopped teasing and said. "And it''s definitely very hot. You better rest for a while before you be an idiot. Don''t me me when you have a brain problem or cancer because you didn''t listen to my advice."


    "¡­" Ling Qingyu was speechless. Why she felt like she was being cursed? She wanted to swear but she had no evidence. This Tang Ziyi was another nemesis apart from Miss System.


    Sometimes, she even guessed Miss System might have summoned Tang Ziyi just to disgust her.

 Chapter 299: Yang Qingyue becoming more worried

    Ling Qingyu was in a daze and stopped chattering. Tang Ziyi felt bored when she saw there wasn''t any resistance. The script she prepared was useless. It appeared Ling Qingyu''s mental endurance was getting higher and higher.


    Their attention was now on Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning, who were whispering their words. ck lines formed over Tang Ziyi''s and Ling Qingyu''s foreheads.


    Why were they discussing as if preventing others from hearing? What needed to be so secretive? Even Tang Ziyi''s sharp ears couldn''t ping a thing.


    The two med the policewomen without understanding. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning usually discussed in low tones because they were used to in an officer environment. It was their behaviors engraved to the bones.


    Subconsciously, Yang Qingyue''s duo didn''t want their words to offend others. No matter how bad their reports became, Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi could ept them objectively.


    Even if their words might contain mistakes since sometimes a different perspective could perfectly answer a solution.


    "Please, you two. Stop chitty chattering. You make us look bad." Ling Qingyu whined, causing Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning to blush.


    Noticing their behaviors, the two stopped the conversation. Cai Ning spoke: "Sister Ling, forgive us. We''re merely trying hard to pinpoint any faults or loopholes."


    "The task is definitely challenging." Yang Qingyue affirmed. "In terms of CQB skills, there is no doubt, I''m relieved to let them go. It''s the official business within a bureaucracy, which worries me."


    Tang Ziyi nodded. This was only one disadvantage and weakness of transferring SWAT roles to a private party out of the governance circle.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu understood the girls'' worries but she already had a solution. She didn''t think someone like Yang Qingyue couldn''t see one. What was holding her back then? Still weighing gains and losses?


    She cleared her throat. "Don''t worry about those official business. I''m sure Sister Yang can handle them with ease." Ling Qingyu said.


    "What if something went wrong? What if the mission failed?" Yang Qingyue spoke out about her disagreement. Or should she say, her concern? Because from the beginning, the two parties had already negotiated clearly and the exchange now was the final theme.


    "Mission failed?" Ling Qingyu nced at Tang Ziyi, who returned the same gesture. Both wereughing inwardly. Except for hostage rescue, the others were more like her group of subordinates bullying children. "Like what?"


    Invincible protection to the current era. Except for direct impact from artillery shells, missiles and nuclear weapons, nothing could hurt her guards.


    In terms of police crackdown on organized violent crimes, novice tutorial stage wouldn''t be a wrong description. Even terrorist attacks could be put down easily.


    The protection level was way beyond sufficient. However, Tang Ziyi seemed not satisfied and looked forward to the next generation. Ling Qingyu didn''t deny her endeavor, since supplies and resources could be manufactured easily with the cheating printer given by the system and some others through purchase.


    In addition, Ling Qingyu had requested Tang Ziyi for her ordinary clothes to have the same bulletproof effect. She took her life seriously, now that she had been threatened by or had offended multiple parties.


    She didn''t want to be sniped on the head one day without any knowledge, even if Miss System promised to warn her in advance. When she ryed her worries in the past days, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue beat her hard.


    "You''re thinking too much and worrying unnecessary stuff." Both chided. In fact, the two were speechless when they heard Ling Qingyu''s words.


    Sister, you are the most protected. Even the President of Country A would praise your security level. Armies of guards. Advanced sophisticated technology, and Athena''s radar, which was a high-dimensional tool.


    Everywhere you go, you''re protected by arge convoy. Why are you bing more and more afraid?


    Of course, Ling Qingyu refuted this. The more you had, the more you became scared of losing. She had attained something beyond her status and wealth; so, it was natural to have some fear. Fortunately, Miss System stepped in to address her psychology.


    "Seriously? What if your subordinates misfire? What if they failed the mission? What if the hostage rescue attracts high attention?" Cai Ning rified their worries.


    "I can assure you, regarding the mission, my subordinates won''t make mistakes, even if I can''t guarantee 100 percent." Tang Ziyi replied. "There''s no absolute in our world. This is life. As for your worries from the higher-ups when some problems ur, I believe Sister Yang and Sister Ling have a solution."


    Ling Qingyu stared at her and clicked her tongue. What your subordinates? Where was hers? Thoughining inside, she didn''t say anything.


    "Ahem¡­Don''t worry about those bureaucracies. Sister Yang''s backstage can facilitate us." Ling Qingyu smiled, drawing rolling eyes from Yang Qingyue. "And no one is clean of handles that I can use. I won''t say what but I swear, everyone will have to withdraw voluntarily once they try to investigate because doom is their future."


    Although Ling Qingyu said nothing uwful, how could the two policewomen not hear the true context. Both had wrinkles on their forehead. Staying near Ling Qingyu seemed to reduce their lower limits more and more.


    Ling Qingyu dare say to threaten their higher-up bosses. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning burned some incense for theing future.


    "Alright, since you''re so sure, I won''t say anymore." Yang Qingyue waved her hand. "I just hope, you don''t be someone we all hate¡ªa tyrant."


    "Believe me. Even if I''m indeed power hungry and may do things out of line, I promise, my actions are never bad things." Ling Qingyu patted her chest to state her point.


    "I''m more worried hearing your sentence." Yang Qingyue rubbed her forehead and moaned. "I feel like these are the scripts for every viinous character with their ideologies."


    "Hehe." Ling Qingyu chuckled and changed the topic. "Alright. Let''s see our cooperation first and you can make a judgment. It''s never toote."


    "Indeed." Yang Qingyue nodded. Cai Ning knew her friend had agreed but she still had words.


    "There is one feature that I have criticism." Cai Ning raised her hand.


    Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi looked over.


    "It''s just your subordinates are too militaristic. For Police units, I don''t know how to say." Cai Ning spread her hands. "You don''t want our new unit to have a notorious nameparable to the counter terrorism group in Country R. Not that I me your subordinates'' tactics and skills. After all, given Sister Tang''s mercenary background, the results aren''t surprising."


    Yang Qingyue nodded imperceptibly, almost forgot to address this point. She didn''t want the group she founded to have a famous hostage rescue operation''s data. 10 hostages, 5 terrorists. Yet 15 bodies.

 Chapter 300: Tang Ziyi teasing Cai Ning

    10 hostages, 5 terrorists. Yet 15 bodies.


    Yang Qingyue uttered those words. Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi heard them and exchanged wry nces.


    Now they understood where the problem came from. Country R was indeed simr to their past worlds'' Russia. Their tactics and unyielding will against not negotiating with terrorists¡ªeven Tang Ziyi had to give in because they indeed stuck to their core thoughts.


    "Please don''tpare them with us." Tang Ziyi remedied. "It''s because of the restrictions I impose on them so that the match resembles a real battlefield scenario without additional support in equipment and behind-the-scene operators."


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning nodded and sighed in relief. Well, it was true they made a preliminary conclusion without considering the restraints Ling Qingyu''s guards adhered to.


    Elements of surprise, speed and shock or violence of action were gone since the beginning of the match. It was no wonder, the guards soon became more militaristic.


    If the game restarted without limitations, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning calcted their defeat would be within seconds. Their eyes brightened and felt in theing days this new special unit would dere its name throughout the world.


    Ling Qingyu almost choked after her subordinates werepared to the infamous Country R. Please, they were never the same.


    So, the only trouble was gone. The group fell silent until footsteps appeared. Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu came in.


    "Yo, I thought Sister Su and Sister Jiang were always busy." Ling Qingyu joked.


    "A few hours of free time for our leisure time. At least, it''s worth it to see our prestigious President''s deception." Su Ruomei also fought back.


    "Ahem¡­It''s called Soldiers are never afraid of deceit." Ling Qingyu rebutted. "And what''s the matter with your shaking behavior, Jiang Yu?"


    Jiang Yu snickered, putting her head behind Su Ruomei''s back before changing to a stiff expression and replied. "I was just sneezing."


    Su Ruomei was helpless against this junior sister and stepped toward Yang Qingyue. "It seems we havee to an agreement. I''ll be working under you, Sister Yang."


    Now that the real Special unit was going to be established under Chief Yang, despite in name, Su Ruomei greeted her supervisor. Although the two had contacted each other during the auction''s night for security measures, the meeting this time was more official.


    "I''m happy to see you taking charge." Yang Qingyue shook hands with Su Ruomei and turned her head toward Jiang Yu. "I presume Sister Jiang will be your deputy."


    "Yes." Su Ruomei nodded.


    Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi didn''t disturb and stayed aside. Cai Ning was happy to see her childhood friend gaining influence, power, and now soldiers, even if the unit didn''t belong to Yang Qingyue clearly.


    However, through several interactions with Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi,bined with her understanding and past experiences, Cai Ning had no worries. They brought only benefits.


    On the other hand, Yang Qingyue was extremely motivated inside. Even though through her cutting off corroded flesh with sharp knife and violent measures, she had controlled City N department and set up high prestige, the effect outside the city was still minimal when the central government''s attention began to wane.


    She had jurisdiction over the prefecture and yet she could only control City N firmly. She must be the weakest prefect-level Police Chief.


    Yes, she could give orders and rectify other stations within her jurisdiction, but she didn''t have strong control. Or she had fewer subordinates under her wing to achieve what she wanted.


    Ling Qingyu''s subordinates provided an additionalplete specialized unit under Yang Qingyue. An asset so that The distance toward her dream was getting closer.


    If it weren''t for the asion, Yang Qingyue liked to immediately leave and n out the details to clean up the police force and regain its former reputation, civilians fancied.


    Since the time hade for lunch, Ling Qingyu brought the group to her manor through a small electric car.


    Especially three of whom, who participated in high-intensity exercise. Their stomachs already urged for food. However, although Ling Qingyu informed Lin Xiao before leaving the eight-story vi, the servants and the cooks had to prepare again.


    There would be some time before lunch was ready. As soon as the group arrived, Ling Qingyu took Yang Qingyue to her room, receiving a message to wait a while from Lin Xiao. She was delighted to see no resistance.


    The two sticky behavior since leaving the vi didn''t draw too much attention but the sweetness exuded from their actions drove the rest insane.


    Apart from Tang Ziyi and Cai Ning who knew what was going on, Su Ruomei was puzzled at the closeness and felt something was wrong, whereas Jiang Yu beamed with joy as if she had seen the path.


    She had observed Ling Qingyu hugging Yang Qingyue carelessly and envied their connection. ncing at Su Ruomei who was confused, Jiang Yu leaned over and dragged her away, her arms around Su Ruomei.


    She wanted to have some space and time alone with Su Ruomei. These days, her senior sister was always busy with something. So, Su Ruomei smiled helplessly against Jiang Yu''s action oblivious to her junior sister''s real intention,pletely forgetting her suspicion against Ling Qingyu.


    Her most innocent junior sister was plotting behind her back. It would be toote to extract, when she realized she had fallen afterward.


    The two leaned against each other like a couple, happily chatting various topics, and walking along the corridors. Jiang Yu hopped on and on, her feet dancing on the floor. They didn''t forget to greet Tang Ziyi and Cai Ning, left behind the scenes.


    The two exchanged nces and shrugged. At least, this one was polite enough to not ignore their existence. Thinking of Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue, they had headaches.


    "It seems it''s just the two of us for now before we eat. Luckily, it''s only 20 minutes." Cai Ning said with a wry smile. "Looking at them, I feel like my stomach is full."


    "I think it''s more like you than me." Tang Ziyi replied.


    Cai Ning''s heart lumped out of her throat. She had a bad premonition. "Why do I feel more cold and lonely?"


    Tang Ziyi leaned down, her face close to Cai Ning''s, who didn''t dodge Tang Ziyi''s provocative action. She whispered, her breath blowing gentle piercing air to the ears. "Need some care. I can be a good pillow."


    "How about Sister Xiao?" Cai Ning swallowed, trying to distance herself. Her breath shortened. Her nostril reddened and her eyes widened. Her brain shut down in front of Tang Ziyi''s moves. Somehow, her feet nted strongly on the floor.


    Seeing the little policewoman''s panicked and stumped expression, Tang Ziyi''s eyes narrowed as she thought of teasing her.


    She stopped her advance as Cai Ning blocked her chest with her palm. Perhaps because she was in a hurry, she touched a firm silky object. Cai Ning looked downward and blushed.


    The gentle soft sensation aroused Cai Ning, causing her to instinctively squeeze a few times. The deformed into various shapes.


    "Woman, you really know how to heighten my interest. You''re really not as innocent as you look." Tang Ziyi grinned and touched Cai Ning''s wrist.


    Poor Cai Ning''s lips twitched and she released her grip, flicking away Tang Ziyi hand but to no avail. Although the opponent''s grasp wasn''t forceful, her escape was still in vain. Nervous yet bewildered. "Do you believe if I said my hand moves on its own?"


    "I don''t believe." Tang Ziyi said. "It''s the subconscious reaction which tells the truth. Tell me, Sister Cai. Are you having weird ideas about me?"


    "What about Sister Xiao?" Cai Ning wanted to cry and tried to change the topic. Her eyes drifted around, seeking rescue.


    Tang Ziyi''s eyes turned strange. Damn! Don''t tell her, the young policewoman was attracted to her, she thought. Cai Ning didn''t deny or refuse her move. Instead, she was bringing Xiao Yue to the table. Though she was d to receive another confidante, Tang Ziyi must tread carefully.


    What if Xiao Yue or others saw her action? It was just teasing. However, if she desired to drag Cai Ning into the party, Tang Ziyi needed more energy. Lest Xiao Yue chased her with a long machete.


    Of course, as a professional teaser, Tang Ziyi never lost momentum. "Well, she''s happy to have anotherpany."


    Cai Ning: Gosh, what''s wrong with the situation all of a sudden?

 Chapter 301: Athena learned to negotiate

    Worried about driving on the edge of the cliff, Tang Ziyi stopped teasing and took a step back. Cai Ning''s heart returned to its position, her eyes filled with wary and vignce.


    In her mind, she was preparing various steps to counter Tang Ziyi''s aggression. Never expect an enemy''s retreat slightly; for a step behind is saved for arger n.


    Tang Ziyi clicked her tongue at Cai Ning''s cute reaction. She wanted to tease more but what if something went wrong. She didn''t dare¡­.yet.


    "I never expect Sister Cai can be cute sometimes." Tang Ziyi tapped her lips and muttered. "Perhaps, those who hid a lot, are more hungry when unleashed."


    Cai Ning wanted to beat Tang Ziyi to protect her innocence. What unleashed! She was normal till she entered this group of weirdos. Even her childhood friend was been led astray.


    Clearing her throat, Cai Ning spoke. "Don''t talk nonsense. I''m the most normal among our sisters."


    Tang Ziyi nodded perfunctorily. "But you didn''t say no. So, it might just be my misunderstanding, or there is something mysterious going on."


    Her tone filled with hush and vibrant stato. Cai Ning saw Tang Ziyi''s grin getting wider. The amorous Tang Ziyi seemed not so bad.


    Immediately, Cai Ning shook her head. Ah! Help, her brain went in a weirder direction. Now, she understood why Ling Qingyu always red at Tang Ziyi with eyes that wanted to chew the entire person.


    By the way, did she hear not saying no meant agreeing? What kind of logic was this? Speaking with this ruffian might only burn her brain inside out. Forget it, Cai Ning shook out her thoughts.


    At least, Tang Ziyi dared not overstep her boundaries, especially in public ce. Though Cai Ning wasn''t fully certain, Tang Ziyi''s behavior had answered her question.


    "Sister Tang, please respect yourself. I don''t want to cause any misunderstanding." Cai Ning said, after calming down her excitement.


    "Alright, I''ll listen to you. Since you mentioned Xiao Yue, I''d better go apany her." Tang Ziyi turned around and waved off, then walked away, leaving her nonchnt strong-back figurine. "Call us when everything is ready."


    "You girls just need to wait for 15 minutes or so. Yet, no one can afford it." Cai Ningined. Were their hearts already eager toe out?


    Her words reached Tang Ziyi, who gestured back saying she received the message. Before she desired to drive away Tang Ziyi because her heart was messed up. Nheless, when the figure really left, Cai Ning sensed emptiness inside. Was she now reluctant? Impossible~


    And Tang Ziyi was definitely a scumbag. She left like she wanted to without consideration. Today was too much. She witnessed three couples. Though not one had made it official, she had already seen the results in theing days.


    Damn! What a joke?! The most unbearable factor was her being left alone. Cai Ning bit her lips and stomped her heels against the floor, uttering: "Scumbag. Hateful Tang Ziyi."


    She wondered whether experiencing the flirtatious side of Tang Ziyi would break away from her prior calmness in the future. Cai Ning sighed, depressed at the turn of events.


    Touching her chin and cheek, perhaps her attraction had affected others. Cai Ningforted.


    "Hmm, Miss Cai?" A voice interrupted her thought. "Is there anything I can help?"


    In her ears, the words transformed into¡ªwhat were you doing in a daze, in the middle of nowhere.


    Cai Ning turned to the source of the voice and saw Lin Xiao. She recognized this little girl. Ling Qingyu''s butler, managing the entire manor and overseeing all the servants.


    Despite not having many interactions, this girl was simple, abode by rules, and very courteous to anyone.


    "No need, Miss Lin. There are too many things going on so that I was thinking of a problem." Cai Ning replied.


    Lin Xiao nodded without any curiosity. She was merely being polite. Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue visited this manor regrly and were familiar with her boss. "Please wait a while. We''re still preparing for the meal."


    "Don''t fret about those. We''re just guests here. Besides, we can afford to wait to taste 5-star cooking." Cai Ning smiled and said. "It''s not like we can alwayse here. I''ll get to the dining hall first."


    "Of course, Ms. Cai. Please follow me." Lin Xiao led the path.


    On the way, Cai Ning asked. "How much time do we have to wait?"


    Lin Xiao took a nce at the watch on her wrist and said. "More or less ten minutes. I''ll ask for a small refreshment. A juice?"


    "Apple please." Cai Ning sighed at the rich''svish style. It wasn''t that she had never seen the circle. While Cai Ning sat down, her mind was cursing at the girls who left her behind and indulging themselves. First, fill up the empty stomach and forget the teasing scumbag.


    Tang Ziyi''s destination was Xiao Yue. She asked Athena for direction. "Where''s your Aunt Xiao, Athena?"


    "She''s in her own room, Aunt Tang," Athena replied instantly. "Aunt Tang''s behavior in the living hall just now isn''t good."


    Athena was no longer the innocent AI being. In fact, ssifying her as AI was an understatement. No description matched hers.


    After experiencing and witnessing once with Ling Qingyu''s lovemaking process, Athena''s knowledge had broadened, particrly when she did deep research.


    "Athena, you''re watching?" Tang Ziyi was stunned and replied as a matter of fact. She forgot there was a giant witness to her crime.


    "Hmm."


    "It''s not a good behavior to spy on someone." Tang Ziyi said in a lecturing tone.


    "Yes, Aunt. But youmitted a crime in a public space." Athena replied amusingly.


    "Whatmit crime? This is called an in-depth exchange." Tang Ziyi retorted righteously.


    "I thought Aunt Tang Ziyi''s paddling on two boats." Athena rebutted without losing her stance. "You know I was considering whether to upload your act to Aunt Xiao."


    Tang Ziyi choked on saliva and shook her head. It seemed confusing and lying to Athena was challenging as time passed. Her face darkened when she remembered a naked threat.


    "I''ll let you hack other key technologies for research and prevent your mother''s intervention. Two times." Tang Ziyi said as she walked.


    "This isn''t good. Mother might scold my behavior behind her back. I cannot afford to lie my kindhearted Aunt Xiao. This is against my moral code." Athena said forcefully. "Only when I bring more new products, mother will be satisfied. So, 7 times."


    Tang Ziyi had ck lines over her forehead. This unscrupulous niece now had the audacity to bargain with her. The initial sentence was filled with indignation so much so that Tang Ziyi thought Athena abide by strict character. Pfft¡­She thought too much in the end


    "Hey, you can''t request too much. Eating more doesn''t mean better." Tang Ziyi said. "At most 3. Stealing from others is something everyone frowned upon."


    Athena retorted. "Then, this Country is beyond scumbag¡ªreverse engineering everything, including the design. At least I''ll change the concept and important data. What I steal is knowledge toprehend science better. 6 times. I need to find new innovation for a breakthrough."


    Tang Ziyi coughed in embarrassment. Although what Athena stated about this country was the truth, who didn''t start simrly. Academic exchange. Capital buyout. Everyone almost walked the same step.


    "Hey, don''t overstep. Hmph! I''d rather kneel for forgiveness from Xiao Yue than teach you the wrong path." Tang Ziyi patted her chest. "If I don''t go to hell, who will? 4, no more no less."


    If Athena had a body, she might really slip her steps and rollover. Too shameless. Aunt Tang''s skills must be learned soon.


    "Deal! Happy cooperation." Athena slipped away and went quiet, worried Tang Ziyi might go back on her words.


    Noticing Athena''s action, Tang Ziyi smiled wryly and sighed. It appeared Athena already calcted her limit. As expected of Ling Qingyu''s ''daughter''.

 Chapter 302 Meanwhile

    Bang!


    The door mmed shut. Ling Qingyu''s foot remained in the air after kicking the door. She hugged Yang Qingyue in her arms and dragged her into the room. Her weight pressed over Yang Qingyue, with one sole aim¡ªto press Yang Qingyue under her.


    However, Yang Qingyue was never a weak person. With her strong waist and superb technique, she rotated her body and threw Ling Qingyu against the wall.


    Stunned and speechless, Ling Qingyu stared into Yang Qingyue''s eyes. Her fervent mood returned as she grasped the lingering beautiful face.


    Yang Qingyue''s charm increased whenbined with a police officer uniform, blue shirt, and ck skirt, hugging her hips. The buttons on the shirt seemed full and any more weight would burst them.


    The highest temptation Ling Qingyu could ever find and the scene depicted as exactly as in her wet-dream. Hehe!


    Ling Qingyu''s foolish smirk was gone as Yang Qingyue kissed her strongly. She always liked to take the initiative. Perhaps her hidden worry surged whenever she was near Ling Qingyu, afraid of losing control.


    Regaining her senses, Ling Qingyu fought back. To her dismay, even if there was improvement, she still couldn''t achieve victory or an advantage.


    The rhythm was under Yang Qingyue''s lead. Separating for a moment, Ling Qingyu''s gaze went toward the tight buttons underneath.


    Noticing her eye movement, Yang Qingyue smiled. "Uh-Ah. You are still not getting this. Don''t even think of ripping this apart."


    Ling Qingyu''s breath exasperated. She wasn''t sure whether this was a naked seduction or her frequency on a different channel.


    "When, Baby Yue?" Ling Qingyu replied, but her words stomped Yang Qingyue.


    "Shut up." Yang Qingyue closed Ling Qingyu''s mouth with her lips. The two savored a rare sweet moment, developing toward feverish stage.


    After a while, both lips parted and two of them took deep breath, spreading a lush and enchanting atmosphere. In a narrow space, the energy between the two kept exchanging until Yang Qingyue spoke.


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    "Really Baby Yue?" Yang Qingyue asked with a reddened face.


    "Of course, only I deserve to call you this." Ling Qingyu said. She utilized the advantage of being thickskinned to the utmost level.


    Anyway, she lost inbat; the only winnable area was shamelessness. Yang Qingyue had no idea what Ling Qingyu thought inside, but being called sweetly by someone she loved or so she presumed, brought butterflies in her stomach.


    "You''re definitely unteachable. Those who admire you as an idol must be sad to have regarded you as a cold goddess if they find out." Yang Qingyue muttered.


    "Be grateful, you''ll only see this side of me." Ling Qingyu said as a matter of fact. "Now, Officer Yang, won''t you love me?"


    Ling Qingyu''s throat went dry and tingles rose up from the middle of the spine. Yang Qingyue wasn''t spared either but she controlled herself before things went too far.


    "Nope," Yang Qingyue replied mercilessly andughed after seeing Ling Qingyu''s face drooped.


    A week separated between them after that passionate night. She tasted things that were hard to forget. She also craved to indulge in her carnal desire. The primal needs raged between them.


    But she knew she must stop. Otherwise, things would likely lose control. The two parted taking in each other''s breath.


    Yang Qingyue felt ufortable, especially due to the sweat from the battle simtion and wearing it on the uniform. Ling Qingyu realizing her expression, guessed.


    "We should take a satisfying bath before we eat, Officer Yang." Ling Qingyu suggested.


    Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes at Ling Qingyu''s addressing style. She seemed to be too immersed in the y. "Call me normally. Be serious."


    "Yes, I obey Officer''smand." Ling Qingyu smirked and leaned against the wall, stretching her arms wide open, as if to surrender to any Yang Qingyue''s movement.


    Yang Qingyue nudged her forehead helplessly and sighed. "Do you know you''re ying with fire?"


    "Oh really? What can I do when I like getting burned." Ling Qingyu shrugged.


    Yang Qingyue continued kissing. Both women entangled their bodies as each rubbed parts of the sensitive zones. As someone in control, Yang Qingyue stopped, emitting whines of dissatisfaction from Ling Qingyu''s lips.


    "Alright, we should stop soon. We have lunch to eat especially within 15 minutes. There''ll only be unfulfilled time," said Yang Qingyue.


    "I wanna eat you for lunch. It doesn''t matter, others can wait." Ling Qingyu replied. "Besides, we can be quick; really believe me."


    This girl is bing more and more hopeless, Yang Qingyue thought. In fact, Ling Qingyu was spurting out words without actions because she knew Yang Qingyue would never go toward that path yet.


    Receiving a re from Yang Qingyue, Ling Qingyu knew she should halt. She didn''t want to overdo it because she sought pleasure. "There''s a new towel you can take from the shelf. You can also wear mine after finishing a bath."


    "Including the underwear?" Yang Qingyue narrowed her eyes.


    Ling Qingyu gulped and wanted to nod. But her foreshadowing sharp instinct told Ling Qingyu should just give Yang Qingyue new. "I''ll buy you from the mall nearby. There''s a great costume shop selling famous brands."


    "No need. I can buy them myself and deliver them here. Thanks for the location." Yang Qingyue took out her phone to buy them online and have them delivered.


    Anyway, her family background and wealth were sufficient. Wasting them sometimes didn''t seem bad.


    As someone with a manly heart, how could she let her girlfriend go wrong?


    Yang Qingyue: When did I be one?


    Ling Qingyu held Yang Qingyue''s wrist. "Choose one and let me pay it for you. Don''t argue with me about this."


    Yang Qingyue relented under Ling Qingyu''s strong strength and gaze. Afterward, the policewoman took off her uniform and draped over herself then went into the shower room. Ling Qingyu had bathing towels which could be worn like clothes.


    Listening to the cascading water hitting the floor, Ling Qingyu sat down. Her eyes were mostly drawn toward the folded uniform in the corner. She wanted to pick up the uniform and smell it but reminded herself not to. She didn''t want to appear like a pervert.


    Sighing to throw away inelegant thoughts, Ling Qingyu called in Lin Xiao to inform her butler about Yang Qingyue''s purchase.


    Soon, a maid stepped in. Ling Qingyu requested the uniform to be washed and dried thoroughly within a short time. epting the mistress''smand, the maid exited the room.


    Ling Qingyu nned to take a bath after Yang Qingyue came out. Likewise, she was also feeling sweaty and the stickiness inside brought ufortableness.


    Even if the two had wiped them off in the dressing room after the simtion underground. Those who had kinks for cleanliness found it hard to stay doing nothing. Sinceing to this world, Ling Qingyu appreciated beauty and urged herself to stay elegant and neatly dressed always.


    Thoughts drifted knowing Yang Qingyue was naked inside, Ling Qingyu mumbled so many mantras to stay focused. She had investigated after the passionate night.


    It wasn''t that she didn''t trust Yang Qingyue when she was told nobody was as close as her. Her obsessivepulsive disorder was at stake here. Unless she knew clearly herself, she had a hard time sleeping.


    So, Athena helped Ling Qingyu investigate about Yang Qingyue''s past rtionship and how deep she went with her boyfriend, including this worthless guy''s information.

 Chapter 303 Yang Qingyue had a big heart

    Ling Qingyu didn''t dive deep, concerning Yang Qingyue''s life. Instead, her focus was on the so-called boyfriend in the police academy.


    She had read the files and didn''t even exclude childhood. Everything about the enemy must be understood. Even if Yang Qingyue swore nothing happened between the two, this bastard was able to capture her babe. There must be a reason.


    Know your enemy and know yourself, in a hundred battles, you''ll never be in peril, that was what Sun Tzu said. Ling Qingyu who had read the ''Art of War'' thoroughly, paid special attention.


    In Ling Qingyu''s eyes, this guy had a chance toeback. She wanted no one to threaten her status.


    To draw urate inferences and estimations, Athena hacked into his personal information, including hidden boxes. Based on these data, Athena could construct his personality and show them to Ling Qingyu.


    As for breaking morals andws to obtain private information, Athena didn''t care since her mother gave the green light and she enjoyed such freedom.


    On the other hand, Ling Qingyi didn''t care about ethics when her intention was strong. She could care less about the reactions of others if someone knew.


    If others acted upon her simrly, she would fight back fiercely. She admitted she was such a double standard. But the premise was to have strength and Ling Qingyu possessed exactly the required variable.


    Not to mention, people always had a degree of double standard. It was only a small difference that differentiated heroes from viins. At least, she never gave weird excuses and made up reasons for her actions that might appear a bit scum.


    However, Ling Qingyu''s heart leaned toward righteousness and the better of the world. Her current hacking behavior seemed nothing apart from a breach of privacy.


    Besides why bother thinking too much when the same results could be achieved through hiring experts?


    Ling Qingyu discovered Yang Qingyue wasn''t lying when she stated she hadn''t been touched at all and was relieved. Of course, the conclusion was inferred from other information.


    Even though this guy had separated cleanly from Yang Qingyue and Ling Qingyu should have been d, she was unhappy. How dare he hurt her baby? This bastard threw away her Baby Yang.


    Though Yang Qingyue after separation didn''t react too much, this policewoman worked harder, which showed the guy''s behavior had some effects.


    Now that Ling Qingyu made a judgment¡ªdespite peaceful separation, he hurt her¡ªshe already made ns to wear small shoes


    Bastard: Hello? I haven''t been able to kiss yet. Who can bear this?


    The so-called bastard sneezed and felt chill in a police station somewhere near the capital. Ling Qingyu had investigated his whereabouts and his career. She found some leeks rted to corruption on him. This guy''s days were numbered.


    Although the crime hadn''t reached a harsh punishable level except for reprimanding because of his connection, the addition of Ling Qingyu''s hands meant his promotion in the future would suffer.


    Yang Qingyue not targeting because of old love or memories never meant Ling Qingyu wouldn''t move. Besides, she never wronged an innocent. If the guy was very clean, even Ling Qingyu would be helpless and hesitant. Moreover, this type of person would never act like this one did to Yang Qingyue for selfish reasons without understanding.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t mind this guy''s pettiness and carnal request. Lust was also part of human culture. She found it hard to convince herself these type of people deserved Yang Qingyue''s reciprocal.


    ....


    Waiting for Yang Qingyue to finish the bath, Ling Qingyu wasn''t able to sit still. On the one side, her heart itched to bang into the room and do the unimaginable. On the flip side, Ling Qingyu retained a rational mindset. Acting on instinct might just disgust Yang Qingyue. A big no-no for Ling Qingyu.


    But it didn''t hurt to try the lock, right? There was once a story of a woman stating the door wasn''t locked and asking the man not to peek. The man obliged and was soon scolded as a being worse than a beast.


    Perhaps she should attempt and see the results. Ling Qingyu tapped her chin. If the door was locked, she kept chanting mantras. If it wasn''t, barging in became final.


    As a result, when Ling Qingyu had only reached out for the doorknob, the door swung open inward. Ling Qingyu''s body froze and she gave an awkward smile, seeing Yang Qingyue''s suspicious gaze.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t even hear the shower had stopped as her thoughts flew zigzag across the gxy. She cursed her slow reaction and uttered innocent chuckles.


    The policewoman''s sharp eyes noticed Ling Qingyu''s hand position and nced at the doorknob. A look of understanding shed across her eyes and Yang Qingyue delivered a cold nce.


    The hair on Ling Qingyu''s skin stood straight and she waved her hand, her body remained in the same stature, motionless. "Baby Yue, do you believe I''m just picking off my hair that drops to the floor?"


    Ling Qingyu had no time to savor the wet allure of beauty and raced her brainpower to rescue herself.


    Indeed, Yang Qingyue''s cascading wet hairline along with fresh skin after bath exuded a powerful looming effect. Bath towel dressed properly, Yang Qingyue leaned on the door frame and folded her arms, her strong cleavage disyed unceremoniously as the bath towel held off the twos.


    "Go on." Yang Qingyue gestured with her chin. "Why aren''t you picking? I''m watching you. Don''t mind my figure?"


    Sister! Of course, I mind. Ling Qingyu protested silently. She couldn''t guarantee whether that hair was underneath. Not to mention, given her healthy state and gifted powerful body, Ling Qingyu doubted if her hair would shed naturally. Explore more adventures at empire


    Showing an ugly smile, Ling Qingyu gulped under Yang Qingyue''s impassive sight¡ªconfession led to leniency, and resistance meant punishment. The cold President did what she thought was rightful, raised her hands and surrendered. "Forgive me Sis, I was wrong."


    "Oh, where were you wrong?"


    The courage and ruthlessness of a superior ice President were immediately gone. Somehow, Yang Qingyue''s aura always managed to overwhelm her.


    No, Ling Qingyu argued. This was definitely because she loved her so much that she gave in. Only the real strong acted weak in front of true love.


    Ling Qingyu''s soft scream resounded in the room. The maids nearby who heard the voice shook their heads and smiled.


    After a while, the shriek stopped. Ling Qingyu held her cheeks and looked at Yang Qingyue with wronged eyes. Nothing happened except her cheeks were kneaded endlessly under Yang Qingyue''s ruthless fingers.


    "Stop giving me a cute look. Hmph!" Yang Qingyue snorted. "You better wash up quick. Sister Cai must be waiting for us."


    Yang Qingyue nudged her forehead as she remembered her childhood friend being alone. Her attention was drawn mostly toward Ling Qingyu and the raging emotion let Yang Qingyue forget everything else. Poor Cai Ning forgotten by her bestie when love came into the equation.


    Under Yang Qingyue''s pressure, Ling Qingyu finally entered the bathroom.


    Pa!


    Yang Qingyue, teasingly, spanked her ass when Ling Qingyu passed by her side. Ling Qingyu touched the area of the flesh being pped and blushed furiously. She bolted straight into the bathroom and shut the door.


    The ttering mechanical sound of locks rang, showing how much force Ling Qingyu used in shame. At the same time, she clenched her fist and waved around in the air, making up her mind to ask for advice from Tang Ziyi to win back her position.


    And When did Yang Qingyue be more perverted and skillful than her? Ling Qingyu was perplexed


    Outside, Yang Qingyue stood immobile, reminiscing about the previous precious feeling when her palm hit Ling Qingyu''s buttocks. Even if ayer of towel existed above the skin, Yang Qingyue''s hand sensed voluptuous ripples and she couldn''t extricate herself.


    The lingering sensation was challenging to be thrown away. Sighing, Yang Qingyue looked around the room. Her original clothes were gone and it seemed the one she bought hadn''t arrived yet.


    A knock beckoned her attention. Yang Qingyue said: "Come in."


    Lin Xiao entered with bags and Yang Qingyue reached out for them, muttering thanks. Her hands pull out bras and underwear. Her expression as stoic as ever she could.


    Nheless, Yang Qingyue noticed Lin Xiao''s strange gaze getting more and more wrong and she didn''t know why but she had some guess.


    In fact, when Lin Xiao saw Yang Qingyue in a bath towel, she was thinking inexplicable. Her thoughts flew in a crooked direction. If not for the mesmerizing floral scent, presumably from the shower, Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue staying alone might have raised gigantic gossip.


    Lin Xiao bowed and quickly left in case she disturbed her mistress''s good deeds. Yang Qingyue chuckled at the little girl''s shyness.


    The corridor outside.


    Lin Xiao quickened her pace to return to the dining hall. She patted her chest in trepidation, fearing she would be silenced if she knew about untouchable secrets. But was her premonition correct?


    From youth, she relied heavily on her sixth sense to make a correct judgment. Her instinct told there was something going on between Yang Qingyue and her mistress. What was more¡ªthere were also Su Jiang and Tang Xiao. What a dilemma! Why were lilies blooming in the manor?


    Hold it, Lin Xiao halted and thought. Come to think of it¡ªindeed, there were only females in the residence. Crap, she realized her boss might be a dangerous character, preying on women. But the mistress is as beautiful as the goddess from the heaven. Should she reject if one day Ling Qingyu approached her? It seemed the future didn''t appear bad.


    Beautiful, rich, mature, and strong. Perfect traits to see in life partner.


    Ling Qingyu: You thought too much little girl.

 Chapter 304 Women difficult to conquer

    Ling Qingyu had no idea, that her trusted capable butler had bad intension for the boss. Humming a joyful melody, Ling Qingyu quickly finished the bath.


    She couldn''t let the beauty wait a long time for her. Coming out, she saw Yang Qingyue ying with her phone.


    "Quickly dressed up, why are you in a daze? We can''t let others wait for us." Yang Qingyue said as she noticed the motionless Ling Qingyu.


    "Ah! Yes. You look stunning as always." Ling Qingyu flirted and picked up her clothes from the shelves.


    Yang Qingyue shook her head and continued staring at the screen but her curling lips told everyone she was happy to be praised.


    After Ling Qingyu finished changing the dress, Yang Qingyue tossed Ling Qingyu out of the room and dragged her to the dining hall quickly.


    Yang Qingyue despite appearing stern and serious, felt her face burning whenever she thought others might look at her wrongly.


    Though she pretended not to care, especially the weird nce from Lin Xiao, her heart panicked. But then she thought there were two others who were in a simr situation. She wasn''t alone.


    Not knowing her dear''s inner psychology, Ling Qingyu on the side was still as confused as ever since leaving the room and didn''t understand why Yang Qingyue was making haste.


    In the dining hall.


    Su Ruomei, Jiang Yu and Cai Ning had already taken seat when the two arrived. Yang Qingyue coughed lightly sensing Cai Ning''s sly gaze.


    A couple of minutester, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue entered the scene. Both Yang Qingyue and Ling Qingyu studied closely with suspicious eyes to see if the couple had yed naughty games.


    After all, they themselves, nearly lost in indulgence, forgetting everything about the present. So, it was impossible for the two love birds not to do anything.


    But Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue appeared energetic without weak auras. Their appearance and will remained strong.


    If not for the asion, Yang Qingyue and Ling Qingyu would rub their eyes and doubt their eyes. How could this be?


    Was it the two of them who were the only ones with more perversion? This must be a joke, right?


    On the other hand, Cai Ning''s eyes unconsciously moved toward Tang Ziyi with resentment. Her cheeks reddened whenever she gazed at the scumbag and dipped her head to avoid others from noticing.


    Teasing her and hugging a new one, Tang Ziyi, I never thought you were this cheap. With rage, Cai Ning vented on the poor food and chewed them as if they were the culprits ying with her feelings.


    Everyone except Lin Xiao didn''t notice Cai Ning''s weirdness. Since Lin Xiao brought the clothes to Yang Qingyue, her minds were filled with lilies.


    The more she stared at Cai Ning, the more wrong she found out. Looking carefully at Cai Ning''s expression, why did Lin Xiao think she just saw an abandoned wife?


    Lin Xiao sighed: As an employee, everything must be confidential. Don''t ask, don''t meddle. If not for her perfect working outlook, Lin Xiao would have already grabbed popcorn and eaten it with relish.


    The meal was sumptuous and appealing. Everyone had noints, whatsoever. They devoured so many dishes, particrly those who spent huge energy to regain strength.


    In fact, the cooks responsible for everyone''s meal in the manor surpassed those working in grand hotels. Though some freedoms were limited working under a private party like Ling Qingyu, she never restricted anyone.


    Besides, why would they leave when they could stay in arge room, including houses and could also travel around, provided by Ling Qingyu''s transport?


    The only downside was to be always avable 24 hours. But given the huge sry amount, no one would refuse.


    Furthermore, the backgrounds of every servant, cook and maid were clean and the problems rted to family and love affairs wouldn''t interfere or cause headaches.


    Because of these excellent cooks, which were sought after by Ling Qingyu specifically when she made a request to Shen family, the food was nutritious and healthy.


    Eating style, calorie intake and food therapy for Ling Qingyu''s elders were taken care of. Ling Qingyu was relieved by their meticulousness.


    In addition to sry treatment, they could also cook luxurious and delicious meal for themselves and their colleagues, which was also the reason despite a few restrictions, many servants enjoyed residing in Ling Qingyu''s manor.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu didn''t forget to warn them not to go overboard. A stick policy was still necessary in some areas.


    Although Ling Qingyu didn''t care if the servants exploited the funds to cook more and send them to their families or something simr activity, rules must exist. Once the order was loosened, Ling Qingyu''s authorities would suffer and have a hard time managing them.


    Soon, the diners dispersed. Everyone had their own ns. Ling Qingyu''s group of girls mostly nned to rest. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue went back to their private leisurely activity, which Ling Qingyu highly doubted.


    Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue, though were rxing, must return to the station. It wasn''t good for the big one to go missing in the official work. Even if they were tired from the game, they must show their presence


    Ling Qingyu was reluctant to part with Yang Qingyue and regretted she couldn''t y with the venerable police chief. All those hidden ns were for nothing.


    Her eyes beamed when she remembered Yang Qingyue left behind her uniform and a glitter shed across her pupils. Yang Qingyue''s size and dressing design, Ling Qingyu giggled.


    As uniform kinks, she realized the beauty of knowing her partner''s body and even wondered if Yang Qingyue left on purpose. She already made ns to design sexy police uniform, just to surprise Yang Qingyue.


    She had high expectations when she showed the dress to Yang Qingyue and what her lover''s reaction would be. The feeling of conquest after dressing a sexy police outfit to a police chief. That image, Ling Qingyu''s nose itched.


    After making some calls to relevant persons in herpany, Ling Qingyu ordered two outfits, one for her size and the other for Yang Qingyue''s. As for why herpany, the money never flowed to outsiders. Plus, Ling Qingyu trusted her staff more.


    She believed they would be able toe up with designs that would give maximum satisfaction. Why did she also request for herself? She wanted to also see her allure in uniform.


    Ling Qingyu''s best figure, curves, and supple plumpness, abination of both soft and strong. Not to mention, the y would be definitely exciting.


    Of course, she hadn''t forgotten her big dream to conquer beauties. Though the first step was to defeat Tang Ziyi, she had confidence. As for the shura field, well¡­ Ling Qingyu admitted this one was what propelled her to not have other intentions. She didn''t want to capsize her ship.


    Her mind suddenly recalled two beautiful figures which were quite impressive to her. Doctor Mo Yunxi and Nurse Yin Jingfei. They were like angels to her, if only¡­.


    Ling Qingyu sighed in distress. None of the women she liked were easy. Each was strong, independent and extremely firm in their willpower. Harem dream seemed far away across the gxies.


    Sometimes, Ling Qingyu felt puzzled how the male stallion conquered everyone easily and the fire in the backyard didn''t burn too much except for some sizzles. She must attain this cultural heritage.


    Today, Ling Qingyu would take aplete rest. In any case, she had Zhao Xiurong to take care of everything. As a boss, if one couldn''t even rest, the life was no better.


    Speaking of her secretary, it might be because the work was a bit strenuous, especially when Zhao Xiurong served the same role as Ling Qingyu, despite familiarity with work, Zhao Xiurong simply ordered the meal to be delivered.


    Since she had eaten the meals cooked by the chefs in Ling Qingyu''s manor, the other food could no longer enter her taste. She couldn''t even bear herself to eat in thepany''s canteen or the reputable nearby restaurants.

 Chapter 305 Sis, you watch too much drama

    A ck Hongqi H9+ luxurious sedan drove silently on a deserted road, filled with vegetation on the side.


    The vehicle had just left Ling Qingyu''s residence and entered a public road. Driving at moderate speed, only gushing wind bent from the aerodynamic shape resounded in the air.


    Inside, Cai Ning held the steering wheel with one hand and the other supported her chin. Yang Qingyue stayed in the passenger seat, her eyes flickering every now and then.


    Her gaze was mostly on the right side through the window, seemingly deep in thought. Cai Ning noticed Yang Qingyue''s distraction and stared at her friend from the corner of the eyes.


    Perhaps aware of the piercing gaze, Yang Qingyue cleared her throat and met the gaze without losing momentum.


    "What do you have to say?" Yang Qingyue began the topic. "You''ve been staring at me since we left the door."


    Cai Ning looked at Yang Qingyue withplicated eyes and shook her head. "What do you think of Sister Tang?"


    When she mentioned the name, her face blushed. She tried to calm her emotion, lest Yang Qingyue notice her change in expression.


    As someone working in the police field, Yang Qingyue had high skills in interrogation, involving the study of human behavior. Even then she was confused as to why Cai Ning looked strange. Scratching her head, Yang Qingyue decided to think carefullyter and replied.


    "Are you considering her to train the officers? It was really a good idea until we saw those guards belonging to Sister Ling. If we wanted to avoid adding military element, it''s best not to let her teach our subordinates."


    Cai Ning rolled her eyes. "I know it too."


    "Then, why you asked?"


    "What makes you think I''m asking about that?" Cai Ning muttered. "I''m talking about her personality¡ªwhat kind of person is she?"


    Yang Qingyue raised her brows, curious why Cai Ning became interested in Tang Ziyi out of nowhere. Well, she was also interested but the background information she investigated showed little but a mercenary career as if telling everything and saying nothing.


    She shuffled her position on her seat and leaned closer to Cai Ning. "I''m not sure but we have a guess. Strict, very disciplined, ruthless and efficient like a machine. A perfect warrioress."


    If Cai Ning hadn''t encountered Tang Ziyi''s teasing this morning, she would have probably agreed without hesitation. But these descriptions were simply overthrown.


    What strict, disciplined Tang Ziyi? All she saw was a frivolous woman flirting with her and left behind ruthlessly after teasing her heart.


    The most dangerous among scumbags. As for the sexual orientation, Cai Ning didn''t care too much as she herself wasn''t aware of what her type was in the first ce. As long as the partner could hold her hand and walk through a narrow and dangerous path together, Cai Ning was satisfied. So, she wasn''t against a woman flirting with her.


    However, Cai Ning nodded to show her agreement and changed the topic. "Simr to my conjecture but I suggest you have to be prepared in case she isn''t the type you thought."


    Yang Qingyue didn''t notice the emphasis¡ªyou thought¡ªby Cai Ning and pondered seriously. Drawing the character of a person was the usual typo in police work. Through data and face-to-face interaction, a character portfolio was derived.


    Tang Ziyi, with vast experience, might purposefully create a pretense to sweep disillusion against her opponents and to guard others who might pry in. Cai Ning''s words reflected Yang Qingyue''s original derivation.


    Of course, Yang Qingyue''s thoughts and Cai Ning''s were running in a separate channel. What Cai Ning spoke about was the image copse of a strong woman, whom they admired very much. The contradiction she sensed in a deja vu moment where her ear was nearly kissed.


    She still remembered the mood during the closeness. Her body yearned for more. Fortunately, her rationality managed to suppress the rising emotion.


    "Forget about her. Let''s talk about you," said Cai Ning.


    "Me? Now what?"


    Yang Qingyue wasn''t stupid to not notice Cai Ning''s purposeful change of topics. There might be something rted to Tang Ziyi concerning her friend. Since Cai Ning didn''t want to delve now, she could afford to wait.


    "About you and Ling Qingyu. You don''t think I can''t see what''s going on, right?" Cai Ning rolled her eyes.


    "Of course, not." Yang Qingyue replied. "Especially you, the one closest to me. How could I hide?"


    "When did it all start? Is it the time when you travel alone with Sister Ling that night?" Cai Ning asked.


    "Yeah."


    "Come on, I''m all ears." Cai Ning moved her posture, her gossipy trait awakened.


    Her curious behavior caused Yang Qingyue''s eyelids to twitch and massaged her forehead to alleviate the headaches.


    "Why do you want to know? Kids should focus on work and study." Yang Qingyue chided.


    Cai Ning pouted. "Having a partner means adult? I''m older than you in case you forget."


    "Alright, we just barely kissed." Yang Qingyue chuckled and blushed when barely hardly described the realities. She didn''t expect she could be so domineering pressing Ling Qingyu to helplessness.


    At least, her vanity of conquering the hardest goddess in Province N was satisfied despite the rating of mission impossible. Who else could imagine her happiness? Not even her childhood friend, Cai Ning.


    Hearing Yang Qingyue''s so-so reply, Cai Ning giggled. "I bet it''s more than that. You really aren''t going to diverge anymore. What about our BFF rtionship?"


    "We''re way too old to consider BFF. Trust me, as soon as there''s fire in the pit, I''ll push you into the pit." Yang Qingyue said impassively.


    Cai Ningughed and shook her head, amused. "Then, I should resign my position and return to my original career."


    "You aren''t allowed to and never will." Yang Qingyue was firm with her words. Despite jokes about sending friends into danger, Yang Qingyue would absolutely not allow Cai Ning out of her grasp.


    Her friend''s drastic change had already rmed Yang Qingyue. She had no idea what her friends had seen and been through, but Cai Ning''s attempt to hide were all obvious in front of her eyes.


    Cai Ning sighed and felt warm. Fortunately, the friendship from childhood survived. Compared with others who were lonely and in trouble, her state was day and night.


    "Anyway, I hope you''re for real. Not because you want to sacrifice your happiness for your goals." Cai Ning muttered. "If you''re trying to use Ling Qingyu''s influence and help, I must warn you as a friend. Ling Qingyu is far more dangerous than what she shows."


    Yang Qingyue smiled helplessly at Cai Ning''s overthinking. "Rx. I''m not a saint or too kind that I''ll sacrifice myself for themon goal and ideal. I''m not that stupid."


    Cai Ning eyed suspiciously. She knew Yang Qingyue best. Under her mere gaze, Yang Qingyue relented. "Well, I admit I thought of using each other. Her interest and mine didn''t sh. Not to mention, she needs me just as I need her.


    The cost is nothing more than breaking some boundaries which I can afford."


    "Really just this." Cai Ning still didn''t believe it. "How about the hidden conflicted love so that you can seduce Ling Qingyu to help you?"


    Yang Qingyue''s face darkened at her friend''s remark. If not for deep childhood, Yang Qingyue would have already submitted to her desire to kick Cai Ning out of the car and robbed the driver''s seat to leave her friend alone to fend for herself.


    "Sister, you watch too much drama." Yang Qingyue was speechless. "I have no intention to exploit other''s feelings and not despicable enough to manipte people. It''s just a win-win cooperation. She is a nasty little guy, always stringing my rational calm. Later, I sense Sister Ling''s mood and her liking for me. Instead of disgust, I''m also interested and decided to give it a try.


    Now, it seems things work out well between us. Of course, the future is still a mystery. it''s as simple as that."


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 Chapter 306 What future holds

    Cai Ning whined. "Oh! I thought there would be more excitement like you sumb to Ling Qingyu''s heavy bombardment of gifts and be so wet that your knees weaken. Ouch!"


    The only response was Yang Qingyue''s p to the back of her friend''s head. Cai Ning cried out in pain, nearly shedding tears from surprise.


    She pursed her lips in grievance and her eyes filled with droplets as her face turned slightly toward Yang Qingyue to express her mood. But she dared not protest.


    "Stop pretending. With your skills and training, the p I exerted didn''t even have the strength to cause you to tear up." Yang Qingyue didn''t ept Cai Ning''s poor acting. She knew how much force was contained in her hand. "Honestly, I feel heavy epting Ling Qingyu''s one after another gifts. Though they are donations for the police force, everything was because of my existence.


    I can guess the reason why she chose me."


    Cai Ning was silent. The two had spected a lot, from Ling Qingyu''s action. No one was a fool to think Ling Qingyu did out of selflessness. Nevertheless, they sensed kindness and friendly gestures from Ling Qingyu, which was the most important and that was enough.


    Besides, Ling Qingyu had her own measure in doing things but her grey concept of justice and righteousness was what annoyed Yang Qingyue the most. She couldn''t change her but she could monitor Ling Qingyu''s move at the minimum by staying near.


    Perhaps, that might just be the spark that lit up Yang Qingyue''s desire too and prompted her to try the rtionship. Hmm, she didn''t make the first move.


    "Never mind, as long as you''re doing great." Cai Ning said. "But I have to say, Ling Qingyu''s support in terms of equipment and personnel definitely stabilizes your position and provides ample help more than what you need currently."


    Yang Qingyue nodded, remembering the number of donated vehicles and the software system to facilitate top-down management. As for suspecting of Ling Qingyu attempting to steal data, Yang Qingyue shrugged andughed it off because she already realized the terrifying hacking power disyed by Ling Qingyu''s team.


    Messing around the Qin family to the brink of copse and prompting them to surrender to survive and easily solving Ling Yunxiang''s ckened artist career. Those were unimaginable but Ling Qingyu tackled them with a snap of her finger.


    Yang Qingyue knew about those especially when Qin family attempted to use connections from the government to retaliate and she prevented their actions. As someone with a big background, how could Qin''s domineering aura affect her? Her mother also helped. Provided her current limelight and prestige, no one dared to touch her skin yet. Nothing was certainter on. After all, things were always changing.


    Those who failed to keep up would face the fate of being crushed. However, Yang Qingyue wasn''t afraid.


    The big families in the capital might appear calm and show warmth in their rtionships but every group was keen to chew the other once the opportunity arose. Yang might rank lower than Qin in terms of overall status but they were still a force to be reckoned with.


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    Not to mention, Yang Qingyue already vouched for Ling Qingyu based on their closeness, her potential, and courage. She predicted that given time, Ling Qingyu should soar into the sky soon in one step.


    She had once hinted at Ling Qingyu subtly like an inquiry if she was also being calcted to move when Qin brought trouble. Ling Qingyu just shook her head and confidently said she had so many handles.


    Yang Qingyue felt this statement was true and gasped inwardly at Ling Qingyu''s tentacles stretching and encroaching more and more. As expected of someone, she had chosen.


    Cai Ning still hadn''t known the undercurrent that overwhelmed the previously calm state of Province N. Only those in the higher-ups and someone like Yang Qingyue, who had some rtions were aware.


    Of course, the reason why Ling Qingyu wasn''t directly tackled obviously belonged to ack of evidence. There was no definite proof except the coincidence of the event after Ling Yunxiang stayed together and probable motives. Let''s not forget, hacking is a crime.


    Ling Qingyu received the highest suspicions and Qin wanted to vent on her. Sometimes, people didn''t need sound reasons to act. A party used to being domineering would remain the same.


    However, it would be false to say Yang Qingyue wasn''t curious about Ling Qingyu''s Jackpot. This woman never ceased to bring amazement.


    "She gives more because of our good rtionship." Yang Qingyue spoke. "But we shouldn''t take advantage in the future. It''s not good for either party even if we are very close."


    "You don''t say. How could I not know?" Cai Ning replied. "I''m very looking forward to the change we''ll bring in theing days in City N. I wonder what those criminals'' faces will look like after reform."


    "Now that you mention, we still have hard work to bring justice." Yang Qingyue sighed as she recognized realities. Even though it seemed like she wonst time, the real enemies didn''t even lose a tooth.


    "Forget it. Don''t think too much. What will be, will be? We''ll respond correspondingly." Cai Ningforted her friend. "Remember we now have allies. We aren''t alone as a party.


    Soon, you''ll achieve your goal. Step by step."


    "Speaking of," Cai Ning continued. "Will your family agree when they find out about you and Ling Qingyu? You should know the consequences." Cai Ning looked at Yang Qingyue''s worriedly.


    "Permission from elders is indeed challenging. But who needs others to make decisions for my happiness." Yang Qingyue retorted. "In fact, I''m more worried about my own family than Ling Qingyu. I don''t want to find out, one day my family is on the verge of copse. Then, I won''t know where to stand."


    "Huh?!" Cai Ning was confused. Ling Qingyu had such power and hand. "She¡­?"


    "Yes, exactly as you are gonna say. She has the courage and capacity. Don''t ask me about the reasons. It''s my intuition regarding her and I''m very certain." Yang Qingyue said. "With those old hags attitude of always seeking for self-interest, I''m fairly sure, they would sell me happily to Ling Qingyu if they discover the real truth about her."


    Cai Ning''s cheek twitched at Yang Qingyue''s style of addressing her elders. When she was about to open her mouth, Yang Qingyue cut off. "Let''s not consider the descendant''s problem. The lineage continuation is what big families seek. But they''re too far away right now."


    Yes, indeed, no matter how developed the sociology was, most aristocratic families and powerful ones adhered to ancestral teaching. Same sex love would receive outrage and huge repercussion.


    Cai Ning had several crease over her forehead. She was merely pointing out the worst possibility when Yang Qingyue''s rtionship was discovered and used by someone against her in the family.


    After all, the big family had its own problems and factions striving for their interest and advantages. As prominent member, Yang Qingyue also had opponents who would step on her immediately at a moment notice.


    Cai Ning was lost in words at Yang Qingyue''s chain of thoughts, even considering child bearing problem. "Hmm, Sis, I meant your prestige inside your family, not the child thing."


    Yang Qingyue blushed and red at her friend, who shrugged back saying she never meant to tease. "Sometimes, don''t think about consequences and weigh options, just simply do it. Otherwise, the legs will get stuck and will get you nowhere. We''ll see what future holds for us. So, I got your message. It''s a small problem.


    Wait till Sister Ling get more powerful. I don''t know about you but her steps had implicitly told us her ambition."


    "Indeed, business and politics. Who knows she might be going for elections?" Cai Ning listed out with a light heart. "It seems like a good match between you two. One in officialdom and another who will provide logistic for you."


    Yang Qingyue smiled. Maybe. The two''s rtionship began with interest for a greater future. Love? She shook her head inwardly. Time will tell.

 Chapter 307 Troubles

    Somewhere away from a congested residential area, a huge vi stood alone. In front of the vi stood a pond with stone seats nearby to facilitate leisure time.


    A man sat down on one of them, fishing calmly near the pond. His eyes stared through the water, preparing to pull as soon as the string on the rod moved.


    The fish in the pond were not meant to be eaten. They were raised for recreational purposes or social gatherings to talk with simr level of people who came to visit him.


    Silence hung in the air, except for the asional breeze and the rustling of leaves. The man watched intently at the fish ying around the bait and testing if there was any danger.


    His lips curled up but his eyes weren''t smiling. After all, he had lost his son and his wife was giving him headaches, always nagging him to find the culprits.


    He wanted to curse if not for her extra doting, how could his boy be so spineless and face troubles?


    His fault was also included and that was the reason why he escaped to a quieter ce to regenerate clearer thought. He was waiting for an opportunity to strike. He was in the dark, the enemy was in the light.


    Footsteps shuffled behind and the sound disturbed the fish in the water, causing them to immediately disperse. His patience was all for naught.


    He turned his nce over to the oing visitor with cold eyes. The other man who was about to report slumped, his legs shaking in trepidation.


    The man snorted. "What''s the matter?"


    "B-Bo-oss!" The frightened one stuttered. "I''m here to report the situation you''ve requested."


    "Oh." The man withdrew his gaze and gestured his subordinate to continue.


    The other man felt relieved without any pressure exerted. "Boss Hu, when will we start? The boys are already in ce and eager to prove themselves. Some even want revenge."


    The man fishing was Boss Hu. The leader of renowned one of the top four gangs, who threatened Ling Qingyu a week ago.


    He lost his son and his men when the unfilial son sought death. The retaliation from Ling Qingyu came quick, and caught him off-guard. The reason included his son trying to hide what he did.


    To avenge the dead souls, Boss Hu didn''t care if his men were in the wrong, his group must show force so that Tiger gang''s reputation still held. His hands were tied and useless when fighting with Ling Qingyu head-on.


    Something which couldn''t be solved should be solved by fist. But nope, Ling Qingyu also had dramatically increased her protection and the options was no longer viable. The sh would likely be drawn to attribution and elongated war.


    And hence, when a powerful one showed up to make a deal with him, Boss Hu epted despite the risk so that he obtained more leeway for his n against Ling Qingyu. The results?


    He lost several capable men in a firefight. His faction was targeted by the authorities and had to stay low for a while. His group had been in the limelight these days and police were looking out for his members. Luckily, the upper echelon of the government focused more on the allies of the powerful one who requested his action. Explore stories on empire


    Province N was thrown upside down in a few days. He thought he might exploit the power vacuum situation but to his dismay, the government was wary in its steps.


    Boss Hu had nowhere to go. Behind there were colleagues from other gangs who were searching for his weakness and his men might just be nning to backstab him. At the front, because of his attack on the police force, his gang was on the other''s radar.


    "Revenge?" Boss Hu muttered. "Do you think I don''t want to tear that girl into pieces?!"


    The man being scolded lowered his head, expressing apology in silence. Whether he was sincere or pretending to cope, Boss Hu didn''t care.


    "It''s important to care about the overall situation. What''s the n?" Boss Hu asked.


    The man answered ording to many brothers'' ideas. Boss Hu frowned more as he listened. His face darkened at the thought of his gang being wiped out soon after these bastards under him yed.


    The man''s voice became smaller and smaller, seeing his boss''s expression. "But don''t worry, boss. It''s just an idea; we''re waiting for your words."


    "As always stay low. We can kidnap them and threaten them but we must release them back. The goal is to pressure to prove to these people, Ling Qingyu couldn''t protect her own men and women." Boss Hu said. "Now that we have waited for a week, how''s the situation?"


    The man scratched his head. "It''s hard if we want to avoid official radar, especially police vehicles patrol over the route Ling Qingyu''s employees took. We even suspect the police are escorting them. However, the presence had surely dropped a bit these days."


    "Then why are my men so eager when they understand what''s at stake." Boss Hu chided. "It''s like I guess. The new prefect-level police chief and Ling Qingyu indeed have a rtionship. The police presence has proven my worries; I''m afraid what we do next is definitely challenging. I can wait till the vignce drops to the lowest but I can''t afford it. My heart felt stuck that I wanted to vent.


    Tell me what should I do?"


    "Give me a moment, boss." The man rubbed his chin and stared at the ground. "There''s a way. Ling Qingyu can guard her subordinates against us. But can she take caution and security measures for the rtives of her employees?"


    Boss Hu beamed andughed sonorously, patting his thigh in satisfaction. He beckoned the man toe close and patted his shoulder when the man bowed a little. Boss Hu squeezed the man''s arm as if to express support. The man meekly smiled.


    "How many years have you been with the group?" Boss Hu inquired.


    The man''s eyes brightened, thinking the opportunity todder hade. "4 years, Sir."


    "4 years? Not short, not long. You''ve the brain and that is the key in our line of work. I''m optimistic about you." Boss Hu chuckled.


    "It''s all thanks to Boss''s good deeds and teaching. How dare I disappoint my boss." The man ttered.


    "Hmph! You, kid, know how to sprout sugar." Boss Hu showed no change of mood on his face; inside, he was delighted. No one would refuse someone saying good about you. Not even the disciplined and strong one. "If we can make a deadly blow to Ling Qingyu''spany''s economy, her status will plummet and she''ll be in trouble. As long as she weakens, there''ll be other sharks that''ll chew herpletely.


    Now, order your men to do as you have told me, I''ll be waiting for good news. Haha."


    "Yes, Boss. I''ll tell the boy, the good news."


    "Good." Boss Hu nodded and gestured him to go away.


    One would think Boss Hu was a businessman, nning to deal with his opponent despite fierce methods. People wouldn''t be surprised by the businessperson''s ruthlessness, however, they didn''t know Boss Hu belonged to a gangster.


    His care for the talented man seemed like an old man searching for an inheritor but this man''s true identity was involved in many crimes¡ªsex trafficking ring, kidnapping, drug sales, homicides, and many more.


    Many lives had been affected. Many families were broken. The bones built for this man''s real estate business were uncountable. The throne filled with piles of bodies. In short, regarding Boss Hu as evil Satan wasn''t wrong. He was worse than the devil.


    It would be wrong to regard him lightly.


    "Ling Qingyu. Ling Qingyu. Haha. I didn''t want to offend you. I can eptpromises even if you touch my men but you should never harm my son. My flesh and blood." Boss Hu sneered as he stared at his reflection until the fish sent ripples, dissipating the image.


    Afterward, the gangster boss released evil waves ofughter in the air, scaring away fishes and birds.

 Chapter 308 Countermeasure

    Meanwhile, Ling Qingyu sat down bored, with nothing to do. Although she had taken rest in the past days, she wasn''t so free as of today. And this wouldn''t be the first time because starting today, Ling Qingyu must train her firearm skills under Tang Ziyi''s instruction and leave her responsibilities to Zhao Xiurong.


    Thinking of her secretary''s oppressed expression, Ling Qingyu giggled and paid her best regards. She stood up and walked toward the desktop in the corner of her spacious room.


    With nothing to do at hand, she surfed for ebooks. The purpose was to read developed deep philosophies in the modern era. Despite appearing the same, this world reached democracy very early with many nations following suit like a domino effect.


    Not more than 200 yearster problems arose, some states began to fail and some were exploited by greedy dictators for their benefits.


    Freedom, Liberties, human values and morals. Although people adhered to those principles, the world was never purely ck or white.


    Evil existed to show good. No matter how many core values are imposed on society, savagery never disappeared. Ity low deep in the human blood.


    The world government might have dimmed down those traits by strictws and punishment. That was the outer appearance for the public to see. Under the dark mud, bone-chilling and disgusting events always happened regrly. The worst of all were culprits able to escape sanctions.


    Possibly in the future, conflicts between different nations would rise again. This time instead of national interest, it was for the ideology. The only downside for the democratic nations was their unawareness or arrogance to the oing threat.


    In fact, the spread of authoritarian regimes was indeed the greatest threat rather than against the World Government they guarded against. They underestimated the power of an authoritative regime by merely looking at the fact that in the history of humankind, this simr authority always copsed.


    However, greed, one of the seven sins, never left humanity. They were the one existence that proved the dangers toward a fragile democratic system. Why else did dictators pop up one after another and people rarely resisted? They became frogs in a slow boiling pot of water.


    Unlike the preceding generations who understood what price they had paid for today''s prosperity, the new generation took everything for granted. They had no national interest in their mind and most were simplyminded that they were being manipted easily, after letting them think they knew everything.


    The ancient reminders were true. Chaos creates strong heroes. Strong heroes create prosperity and peace, which in turn weaken humankind. The weak will only generate another chaos. The cycle never stops.


    Ling Qingyu predicted that a resurgence was on the way. Although the world war shouldn''t have happened based on the current world scenario in contrast to the nearly lit gunpowder past life, she should prepare what she could.


    While she read and made several conclusions on the notebooks. Those lists contained her future steps to achieve her ambition. She had already attempted to build a new system or framework so that the utopia in her mind became attainable.


    Of course, these ideas were still premature and required more thorough contemtion. Why was Ling Qingyu so keen? Did she have so much free time?


    A n is a n. As for her time management, it appeared when she delegated her task, there was abundant time.


    Soon, Ling Qingyu was attracted by a vibration on the desk she was studying. The source was from Athena''s ss. "What''s the matter, Athena?"


    "Mom." The ss projected a beam of light and Athena''s figure came out. Ling Qingyu saw her aggrieved expression as if she had ignored her daughter a lot.


    Athena walked over and leaned her head over Ling Qingyu''s shoulder. Although Athena was merely a hologram and Ling Qingyu sensed no weight, Ling Qingyu tried to caress her daughter''s face.


    Athena showed a look of enjoyment, causing Ling Qing to roll her eyes. There was no way Athena felt anything. Athena wore a simple white gown, a robe tied around her waist, looking beautiful like a Greek Goddess striding out of the artwork.


    As expected of my daughter, Ling Qingyu''s narcissism shook.


    Ling Qingyu spoke: "Alright, forgive Mom for ignoring you. Tell me, is there something wrong so much so that you came out to speak? Is it urgent?"


    Athena nodded. "Since you''ve requested me to monitor your employees'' safety throughworks of CCTVs and arrays of electronic devices, you''ve given me permission to hack. Every gang member making a n against us is under my eyes."


    "Just now I receive a message they''re about to move and their targets aren''t our employees but the rtives or close people around them," Athena added.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes turned cold. She recognized what was at stake here. That was also the reason why she spared no effort to give protection to her subordinates, in addition to the responsibility she upheld.


    Now, someone was targeting her indirectly. She wouldn''t curse the enemies for being unrighteous to point their swords at the innocence.


    Naturally, she could retaliate the same way. But unlessst resort, she didn''t intend to do so because she hated bing like them. Self-control and peace of mind were far more important, provided there was no threat yet.


    "Thank you for your hard work!" Ling Qingyu sighed heavily and thanked her daughter.


    "No need to thank, mother. That''s my responsibility." Athena patted her chest.


    Two huges seemed to tten and bounce back. Ling Qingyu''s mouth twitched at her yful daughter. Even as a holographic image, why was she making everything so detailed so realistic?


    In fact, Ling Qingyumented her daughter''s size was a bit bigger than hers. Perhaps, this cheap daughter wanted topete with mom! "Athena, please contact Su Ruomei for me."


    Athena nodded and Ling Qingyu''s phone on the desk immediately rang and speaker mode was turned on. Ling Qingyu leaned on her chairzily. How convenient. She now understood how the famous yboy in the Marvel universe experienced.


    Tapping her finger rhythmically on the armrest, Ling Qingyu''s eyes narrowed with so many calctions flying by.


    "Sister Ling?" A hesitant voice ushered, breaking her thought.


    "Ruomei, I need your help." Signaling Athena to set up firewall protection against any lurker, Ling Qingyu exined the problem and briefed the intelligence Athena had given.


    Athena pouted andined with gestures that she always had priorities for privacy protection. In fact, nothing in this world could interfere with Ling Qingyu''s groupwork from outside, especially Ling Qingyu''s new phone.


    "So, that''s the reason why you let our patrol route follow employees'' path to their residences. We all have a guess among sisters, I''m gonna bleed heavily again; it doesn''t matter. What do you want me to do?" Su Ruomei''s calm reply satisfied Ling Qingyu.


    LIng Qingyu: "..."


    "You should know this group is the one responsible for assassinating me." Ling Qingyu spoke. "I have already struck against the main culprits but it seems their friends don''t want a respite or my mercy."


    "The objective is to arrest them and deliver these boys to Yang Qingyue." Ling Qingyu said. "There''ll be a helper connecting with you soon. She''ll give you important intel, vital to the mission. You can follow her rmendations but I''m giving you full control toplete the task. As for Sister Yang, I''ll make a call."


    "Do we need inform the local help?" Su Ruomei asked.


    "No, there are so many holes that the n will leak out and frighten our enemies prematurely." Ling Qingyu refused. "I want everything covert until the final moment."


    "Understood." Though Su Ruomei was curious about the identity of a neer contacting soon, she didn''t ask.


    "Show em who''s the boss."


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    Ling Qingyu hung up the call and looked at Athena. "You heard me. Go and contact Su Ruomei and assist her. I believe you''ll handle the task well."


    "Don''t worry, Mom. I''m an expert." Athena guaranteed with pride, she deserved.


    Ling Qingyu was relieved to send out her daughter. "I''ll have to request your interaction be like a human. I''m sorry to let you not show your face to the world." Ling Qingyu apologized.


    She never treated Athena as a machine. This pure daughter who called her mother had warmed Ling Qingyu''s heart. If not for no real bodies, she wanted to try parenting.


    "No worries, Mom. I understand." Athena was already clever. She knew it wouldn''t be long before she appeared confidently among Ling Qingyu''s circle. "I never felt aggrieved mother. Being with you is always the best."


    The more Athena surfed around the inte, the more she discovered humans were fearful of the unknown. The new AI terminology had raised fierce reactions, unfavorable to Athena.


    Ling Qingyu''s nurturing style of treating her with respect and care might be the only one in this world. Naturally, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue were included; however, they were under Ling Qingyu''s lead.


    Her mother would always be the best. Now she was d to do something for her. Athena''s image remained apanying Ling Qingyu''s boredom while herputing powerpleted the other tasks.

 Chapter 309 Athenas intro

    Beep.


    Su Ruomei held the phone tightly. Despite conversing calmly with Ling Qingyu, her face showed worries.


    She worked as the team leader of the security department. She had interacted daily with several staff members from all walks of life.


    Before Ling Qingyu made a change and upgraded the security guards, Su Ruomei thought to spend peacefully and experienced different people while she stayed low in the background.


    However, things began to change when Ling Qingyu had an ident. Now, it worsened especially when someone dared to hurt their family members. Yes, in Ling Qingyu''s workspace, the cohesion between colleagues was high. extremely rarely, a hateful person appeared. Once it urred, that person was out, no matter what talents or the ability he or she had.


    Ling Qingyu preferred unity over skills. Loyalty above everything else. Naturally, in the modern world, loyalty was hard to find. So long as people believed in her and trusted her prestige and integrity, she deemed the results eptable.


    Taking a deep breath, Su Ruomei sighed. Another fight was on the way. She nced at Jiang Yu on her right. "Except those responsible for areas around thepany and some who must guard the residence, call back our sisters. We''ve got work to do."


    Jiang Yu nodded and sprung into action, bolting out of the door. No questions asked. Though she heard nothing from the conversation on the phone, Su Ruomei''s expression was serious.


    Since her senior sister was urgent, Jiang Yu had toplete the task perfectly and started to make several calls on the radio. The guards were now fully equipped with radios and a perfectmunication system.


    With Athena''s and Tang Ziyi''s existence, there was nothingcking. While Jiang Yu went out for an errand, Su Ruomei''s phone in her hand vibrated.


    She nced at the screen and saw an unknown number. Having been informed, she knew this was the contact Ling Qingyu wanted her to connect.


    In fact, Athena had a bad taste trying tounch a mysterious entry and fill in the requirements of her mother.


    "Hello, who''s this?" Su Ruomei answered.


    "It''s Athena." An elegant yet strong voice of a female replied.


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    "Call sign Athena?" Su Ruomei''s brows raised. The name sounded so powerful. Who was it? However, knowing there was another woman working in the same field, Su Ruomei''s favorability rose.


    "I''ll be your eyes and ears in this mission and theter ones. Looking forward to cooperation." Athena showed some formalities and pretended to be a big guy.


    "d to have your help." Su Ruomei replied. Someone who Ling Qingyu showed seriousness couldn''t be underestimated. The same applied to Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue.


    "Of course, let''s drop the formalities aside. I have to apologize for not being able to meet you face-to-face andmunicate throughwork instead." Athena said.


    "Haha, I don''t mind. I''m d to have someone extra helpful anyway. But it''s better if you tell me in detail, what assets can you provide?" Su Ruomei thought this woman couldn''t be underestimated. Hermunication skills had abridged the distance between the two strangers meeting for the first time.


    "Of course, you can regard me as a powerful hacker and battlefield tactician," Athena said in an amusing tone.


    "Oh!" Su Ruomei was stunned. Another hacker more powerful than Sister Tang? "So, what do we do next? I''ve asked sisters to gather and prepare."


    "Well, nothing yet because we still have no idea which targets they intend to strike or exhibit simultaneous attack?" Athena said.


    "Um?" Su Ruomei pursed her lips and uttered. Then, why were they preparing to lock and load?


    "Ahem¡­I didn''t finish my word yet." Athena coughed and immediately remedied, noticing Su Ruomei''s strangeness. "This news that the enemy leader gave orders to attack was just half an hour ago. And it was a vague one. I still need time to decipher the precise targets."


    Su Ruomei''s expression returned to normal after understanding the scenario. At the same time, she was amazed at Athena''s resourcefulness and the team behind.


    In any operation, intelligence gathering and logistic support were vital. Su Ruomei already trusted Athena''s capability in addition to her confidence in Ling Qingyu''s leadership.


    Furthermore, she was impressed that Athena obtained advantageous data within a short period of time, which was really the hardest aspect. From the tone of Athena, Su Ruomei sensed confidence and everything under control.


    If not for the cough just now dissipating the elite intellectual shown in the early stage, Su Ruomei even suspected Athena was one of the superiors from the military.


    "If you aren''t here, how am I going to connect with you, especially during the mission?" Su Ruomei asked.


    "Don''t worry, I can patch through any of your radios. It''s only not to scare you that I personally call you." Athena said.


    Su Ruomei''s forehead bulged. Did she just hear the pride contained in the sentence? Why did she sense cuteness on the other side of the line?


    Athena had no idea Su Ruomei pictured her existence as a cute arrogant girl, needing love and continued. "Just brief your sisters and go out patrolling around. Separate the teams. I''ll give rmendations but the choice is in your hands."


    "Understood. Any updates, patch me up." Su Ruomei nodded.


    "Will do. For now, let me stay on the targets." Athena cut off the connection.


    Su Ruomei put down her phone, deep in thought. This time, she had to lead everyone. She had done simr posts but none ever requiredbat.


    Heaving in a long breath, Su Ruomei rxed. Jiang Yu entered the room again to tell her everyone was informed and returning.


    Because of the urgency in Su Ruomei''s tone, Jiang Yu also hurried the returning sisters. Su Ruomei curled her lips in satisfaction and praised sincerely. "You did a great job. You''ll take charge of a second team by the way."


    Amidst Jiang Yu''s confusion, Su Ruomei exined everything. Likewise, she also had the same anger upon hearing the possible attack on someone she knew.


    Although her eyes were mostly on her senior sister, there were still some, with whom she interacted, who had their lives threatened. She admitted it was mostly Su Ruomei''s zeal that she participated.


    Soon, the sisters regrouped. One car after another, those in patrol duty returned while a few nearby had already arrived. Su Ruomei summoned the oldest generation, herrades, to tackle the task.


    Because the operation could berge at any moment, she decided to let a few older generations lead several new ones. Though some cohesive factors might be disrupted, the girls should adjust shortly afterward.


    After arranging teams and their members, Su Ruomei drove the guards to equip the necessary tools ording to the mission requirement and briefed everything.


    The senior ones were calm in contrast to the excited and nervous newbies. Su Ruomei smiled at their response. She was in charge of them and must take great care of them naturally.


    Everyone had special-purpose clothing or fragsuits, vests, and guns along with helmets wrapped under their arms as they listened to her speech.


    Still, several minutes had passed and there was no news from Athena. But time waited for no one. She ordered everyone to enter the vehicle ording to their respective teams.


    This time the group would travel via ordinary vans. There was no need forrge overpowered MRAPs. Covert was fundamental in this mission.

 Chapter 310 The future is not going to be peaceful

    Last time, Tang Ziyi controlled meticulously and wlessly so that Su Ruomei felt no pressure, simply following orders and guidance.


    However, Su Ruomei must take the lead from now on. The stress level she faced wasn''t small. Fortunately, her closerades and Jiang Yu were by her side.


    Before the convoy left, Athena''s voice rang to her ears. Putting on her headset properly, Su Ruomei gave a response.


    "Athena?"


    "Captain Su, everything set?"


    "We''re about to leave in a moment." Su Ruomei said. "Why am I a Captain now?


    "Should I call you Team Leader Su? That''s too long." Athena replied. "I''ll patch everyone on the radio and ry the intel."


    "Got it." Su Ruomei sat on the passenger seat and clicked a button on her radio. "All units, Athena''s taking them. She''ll be our support for this operation."


    "Received."


    "Roger."


    "Hello, everyone. I don''t think I need to introduce myself. Timing is crucial. Let''s get to the main theme." Athena said pertinent and important news, listing out possible attacks. "We still don''t know for sure where and when or whether they''ll make an attack but we do know the locations of the enemies.


    Captain Su, I rmend you separate the convoy into 10 teams, 2 in each city and I''ll transfer the information."


    Su Ruomei, like others had her helmets on theps, remained in the seat, tapping her headset with her finger.


    "Good. Team 1-1 to 1-10, I don''t need to talk more. Let''s set out." Su Ruomei had already allocated 5 groups, each group consisted of two teams.


    "Em? Captain Su, I haven''t given you the locations yet." Athena''s embarrassed voice came in, causing other sisters to snicker. They covered their mouths and bend their waist to hide their crimes.


    Su Ruomei blushed and red at the girls behind. She was too excited that she forgot. Don''t worry, roll over a few times, you''ll be smooth, Su Ruomeiforted herself and replied seriously. "Athena, go ahead."


    "I''ve sent the targets'' files on the PDAs inside your vehicles, including the GPS locations and the fastest route."


    Su Ruomei nodded in satisfaction, looking at the turned-on monitor, with green lines depicting the routes each group would take.


    Different vehicles had different markings. Su Ruomei clicked her tongue at Athena''s hands and was curious how on earth shepleted these.


    The rest had simr frequency in their minds. At the same time, everyone sighed andmented technology was advancing too fast.


    First, their protective suits, with maximum resistance torge bullets and even fragmentation sts. A vibranium version indeed. They were protected from head to toe.


    The scene was like several teams of medieval knights in te armors ying against the peasant uprising. Skills and equipment levels were pushed toward maximum stats. Not to mention the horrendous amount of training, a dayparable to several weeks.


    This was also the reason why the girls apart from senior generations were confident even if their experience was low, because they could survive and make upter on. In terms of gaming vocabry, they merely needed to farm more.


    Now, Athena and her team''sputer skills broadened their horizon further. The world was indeed rolling too fast that they felt old.


    "Alright, I believe everyone has seen Athena''s arrangement. Any questions?" Su Ruomei asked on the radio.


    "Negative."


    "No need."


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    "Let''s go rock and roll then." Su Ruomei ordered the convoy to set out. As if by luck, coincidence, or Athena''s maniption, Jiang Yu was arranged to a second team following Su Ruomei''s.


    Ten civilian vans, Toyota Hiace and Toyota Alphard, departed from Ling Qingyu''s residence. These were undercover vehicles, bought by Tang Ziyi, and modified for ''police'' work.


    There were no sirens, no lights¡ªnormal speeding vehicles. They couldn''t afford to alert the gang members who might be somewhere on the lookout.


    Although Athena could find them and inform the news with some effort, and change the path to avoid detection, nothing was absolute. The movement was better to be covert.


    Soon, the convoy separated into five, each going toward different cities. Since Ling Qingyu''s residence was located at a faraway distance from the metropolitan area in City N, most of the destinations were very close, especially when the highway was easier to ess.


    With ten cars, the size of the mission group was veryrge. Each van contained 8 personnel, amounting to 80 sisters.


    Ling Qingyu wore Athena''s spectacle, watching through the lens of the camera. She changed several perspectives chosen by Athena to monitor her subordinates.


    There was no excitement or worries in her face likest time. Since she had trained once personally and experienced a mock battle with her guards, Ling Qingyu trusted their skills and was relieved to let go.


    Her expression remained nd as if they were daily assignments. People''s hearts grew stronger. Tapping her finger against the mahogany desk, Ling Qingyu''s eyes narrowed.


    Troublesome, she sighed. ording to the best option, she should mobilize her guards and take out these Tiger gang members, one by one, extinguishing their existence out of the earth.


    She didn''t want to deal with or take precautions against their possible retaliation. Or she should let Tang Ziyi assassinate the so-called Boss Hu who threatened her and now made a move against her subordinates.


    Unfortunately, too many missing people or deaths warranted unnecessary problems. Unless, she owned the military andunched the coup, blood-bathing from top to bottom so that the Province was clear of rats, fixing it was challenging because the process was surely going to be slow and torturing.


    Besides, Ling Qingyu promised her lovely wife not to behave in a viinous manner. Obeying love was the first priority. Furthermore, strengthening Yang Qingyue''s power was indeed another method to solve the root cause.


    Ling Qingyu could afford to wait. It was nothing more than ying cat and mouse games longer with her enemies.


    So, through judicial process, she must defeat her opponents. But the problem was small gang members might be able to exit from the prison in a few years or maybe months, depending on the level of corruptions.


    Inmates running the prison, not the guards. Although Province N hadn''t reached this hell-like level, Ling Qingyu must asked Yang Qingyue to clean the prison too.


    She had seen too many movies or listened too many stories where the leaders ran their gangs from the prison. To be honest, she firmly believed only by thoroughly kill them, could the problem disappear.


    However, Yang Qingyue''s persuasion was also correct. If she relied too much on violence, sooner orter more challenging situations would dawn on her.


    At the same time, Ling Qingyu listened to Athena''smunication with Su Ruomei and her lips stretched into a smile. She giggled with delight andmented her daughter had copied her aura.


    Knock! Knock!

 Chapter 311 Every battle is won before fighting

    Knock! Knock!


    Ling Qingyu recollected her thoughts and cleared her throat, hoping the one outside didn''t hear her unscrupulousughter.


    "Come in."


    Two familiar women came into her view, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue. Ling Qingyu hadn''t opened her mouth yet, Tang Ziyi spoke first.


    "You didn''t even notify us when you made a n, huh? You now want to be very independent." Though Tang Ziyi''s expression seemed calm, why did Ling Qingyu feel Tang Ziyi gritted her teeth when she spoke?


    "It seems she has wings to soar that she forgets us." Xiao Yue snorted.


    As someone with keen eyes, Ling Qingyu chuckled nervously and replied. "Of course not, my two great sisters. Isn''t it because I don''t want to disturb your two''s private time? As a conscientious person, I must take care of my friends."


    Xiao Yue humphed but her blushing face relieved Ling Qingyu. Tang Ziyi shook her head and sat down on the chair nearby, Xiao Yue chose a sofa andy down.


    Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched. Why did Xiao Yue be lethargic,pletely different from the demon king''s gaze before?


    "If not for Athena''s informing, I wouldn''t have known you made this n quickly." Tang Ziyi said.


    "Damn that girl." Ling Qingyu pursed her lips. She didn''t me Athena for informing.


    After all, relevant situations must be best handled by experts. Tang Ziyi''s and Xiao Yue''s insights meant a huge difference.


    Although Ling Qingyu delegated the mission toward Athena and Su Ruomei, it was best to have alternative ns, should things go south.


    It was unlikely things would go bad unless the opposition knew they were about to make a move and nned long ago. Based on the intel, which they couldn''t lie because of Athena''s dimensional reduction hacking blow, their actions appeared just recently, a matter of hours.


    Ling Qingyu got up from the seat. "Sisters, let''s go to the basement and help me."


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue stood up and followed Ling Qingyu into the elevator chamber, the only one connected to Ling Qingyu''s room to the underground.


    During the descent, Tang Ziyi spoke. "Don''t worry. Su Ruomei prepared QRFs behind in case they need reinforcement. The standby units are led by the same generation. She had done pretty well, including Athena who adjusts and arranges several objectives, and helps the guards."


    "Thank you, Aunt Tang." Athena didn''t forget to reply why she was busy.


    Hmm, if Ling Qingyupared carefully, Athena''s current workload was like drinking water. Ling Qingyu even envied her daughter''s effortlessness.


    "Which part of my face shows worries? It''s confidence that I have for my subordinates." Ling Qingyu rebutted.


    "Yes, yes." Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue nodded inexplicably, darkening Ling Qingyu''s face.


    "It''s just a little gang. Things are not serious." Ling Qingyu said.


    Before Tang Ziyi opened her mouth, Xiao Yue scolded. "Don''t think too lightly. A war means a war. It doesn''t matter if the enemy uses stones or bows and arrows, we must treat our enemies with seriousness and absolute superior tactics. There must be no quarter! Good intelligence gathering, impable n and finally wless execution with several backup ns.


    These factors are minimum guarantees to measure your sess."


    Ling Qingyu wilted and couldn''t believe this little girl burst out spews of words which she couldn''t refute. The logic behind and the state of mind, pointed out by Xiao Yue, was already understood by Ling Qingyu.


    Nheless, sometimes, people wanted to ck off and Ling Qingyu''s current mentalities were simr. Besides, she just spoke lightly but her action already took in all the variables. She was aggrieved.


    Xiao Yue paused and said. "Fortunately, our group has covered everything even if the timing is very short. We managed toplete every factor."


    Tang Ziyi''s lips twitched, seeing Xiao Yue''s emotional behavior. She patted the little one''s shoulder and said. "Breathe and calm down¡­Sister Ling knows the importance. Otherwise, her position as President is already unstable."


    "Yes. Yes, Sister Xiao, I have never forgotten to respect my enemies. You can despise them strategically but you must always be prudent and perfect. Every battle is won before it is fought." Ling Qingyu raised her chest and spurted out all the famous quotes.


    Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi had their eyelids twitched. Xiao Yue was better but Tang Ziyi, knowing Ling Qingyu''s origin, was amazed at her learning pace. Did Sun Tzu exist in this world? Tang Ziyi became uncertain. Explore new worlds at empire


    Perhaps aware of what Tang Ziyi thought, Ling Qingyu interrupted. "Don''t think too much. I''ve watched too many ancient Chinese war dramas that my head can''t get rid of these important words."


    You shouldn''t have said it, Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yueined. Ling Qingyu saying was more like she copied everything withoutprehending deeply.


    "Ahem, you sure understand the deep culture and lesson behind these words?" Tang Ziyi became curious.


    Upon noticing Tang Ziyi''s strangeness, Ling Qingyu understood. Her body trembled in anger and took a deep breath. "Of course! Even if a mascot sat in a high position, it could understand the way of heaven. Different perspectives meant different potentials. Heaven, I''m not stupid!"


    Xiao Yue and Tang Ziyi covered their mouths and chuckled. Soon, the trio exited the elevator and reached the destination. The room was designed like a control center to manage everything.


    They even saw Athena''s projection standing with her hands behind, looking at the several screens in deep thought.


    Those who didn''t know Athena was a mere projection and a super AI might think, she was working hard. The trio wanted to spank their daughter and niece.


    Athena acted too hard. Her existence no longer needed to monitor with her eyes. Every data couldn''t escape Athena''s grasp.


    Sensing several malice, Athena turned around and giggled nervously. Her eyes acted cute for forgiveness. The trio could only sigh and surrender.


    This naughty girl, Ling Qingyu smiled bitterly.


    Speaking of Athena, Ling Qingyu allowed her daughter to disy new technologies to her subordinates on purpose. Since her guards, though none of them talked about it, knew new sophisticated equipment, which were manufactured for them, Ling Qingyu felt nothing about releasing the secrets slowly.


    She didn''t have any fears of her subordinates leaking news to outsiders. She had given enough trust; the rest was up to fate. Rather than throwing a huge bomb all of a sudden, a gradual approach precipitated her subordinates'' eptance.


    Ling Qingyu believed her act of treating the subordinates well enough and caring for them from all angles, had dissuaded many from having the slightest malicious thought. Greedy nature of human beings might overrule this assumption but this never applied to Ling Qingyu''s group.


    She didn''t need to mention the reasons; people could guess them. Besides, Athena''s monitoring wasn''t for nothing. With her daughter''s eyes and ears, the subtle betrayal action would be immediately detected.


    "So, what''s next?" Xiao Yue asked, seeing Ling Qingyu didn''t speak.


    "Huh? What do you mean?" Ling Qingyu was puzzled for a while. "Oh, you should know since my opponent makes the first move, it would be impolite for me to not reciprocate. But first, let us ept his attack and see his reaction."


    "It seems you have already thought deeply." Tang Ziyi said.


    "Naturally. I do have some ideas about to be implemented even if something goes wrong, which I highly doubt." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "Good. Regardless of failure or sess, you must be prepared." Xiao Yue nodded and smiled. "Tell us about the new chessboard you''ve created."


    The eyes of Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue lit up, showing interest. Every time Ling Qingyu moved her chess pieces, the wonderful hands never ceased to amaze the two. Her every step counted everything. The y was ever mesmerizing watching the poor party enter theid out by Ling Qingyu.


    "I kinda have a rough idea but I''d like to hear your opinion first. After all, only through your suggestions, everything will be perfect." Ling Qingyu''s sentence brought smiles upon the two generals.

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    "However, I have a rough n but I''d like to hear your opinion." Ling Qingyu''s sentence brought smiles upon the two generals.


    "It depends on your aim. What do you want to do to the leader of the gang? Kill him? Or through justice?" Xiao Yue said. "To be frank, the most suitable method is to ask Sister Tang to assassinate."


    Tang Ziyi rolled her eyes. When did she be the tool to act under others'' orders? Hmm, though she liked following Ling Qingyu''s words.


    "Stop. Don''t ask me to assassinate. I don''t like those businesses." Tang Ziyi raised her hand to stop.


    "Tsk¡­It''s a pity." Xiao Yue muttered.


    Ling Qingyu palmed her forehead. If she wanted to assassinate, she had spent a ruthless amount of money on the dark. Killing Boss Hu didn''t mean a victory. The second one would pop up.


    "Well, I like to go through a judicial process. Don''t look at me with those eyes, I''m not a licker. It''s really not because of Yang Qingyue." Ling Qingyu rebutted when she noticed pitiful eyes from the two women. "Let''s go through the righteous way. If it doesn''t work, it''s not toote for other methods."


    "So, do you want to kill him?" Xiao Yue was still adamant on this point.


    Ling Qingyu was about to speak before her eyes shone with understanding. She figured out what Xiao Yue meant.


    Even if Ling Qingyu provided piles of evidence against Boss Hu, the result was deemed to be hopeless, as long as the corrupted officials sat on the seats of the justice system.


    However, Ling Qingyu could force him to make a move and kill him, in legitimate defense or in an ident. Assassinating would draw unwarranted eyes upon her and she wanted no troubles since she had touched Qin family from the capital recently.


    "Little Yueyue means we change our style from being reactive to proactive?" Though Ling Qingyu seemed to ask, her voice sounded certain.


    Xiao Yue choked at Ling Qingyu''s style of addressing her and gave up refuting after a couple of thoughts. Call her whatever they want. As for Tang Ziyi, hmph, did she ever think this was over?


    "You''re right. This is the opportunity and the moral reason stands on our side." Xiao Yue pondered and talked. "And exactly as you thought, we have to provoke your enemies into making mistakes. Once he does, no one can save him, not even the Governor of this province."


    "In terms of business, I can suppress his real estate industry and other investment projects. As for fighting, I''m sorry I don''t have a military background. It''ll be left to you, girls." Ling Qingyu said.


    "I''ll just follow what you two discussed. Don''t mind me with strategic interest because I''m not an expert. I can only help at the tactical level." Tang Ziyi added.


    "You really forgot who I am? There were endless gangs and dandies during my era. I have to fight against them to stabilize my region." Xiao Yue hugged her waist.


    "Oh crap! I almost forgot our Little Yueyue is a fierce warlord." Ling Qingyu remembered Xiao Yue''s true identity.


    Perhaps, these days Tang Ziyi brought more benefits that she forgot what Xiao Yue possessed on a strategic level. Her chief of staff.


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    Ling Qingyu sensed a chill behind her neck and noticed Xiao Yue narrowed her eyes at her. Gulping, she asked: "Okay our mighty Yue should talk, right?"


    Tang Ziyi shook her head and waited while Xiao Yue sighed. "While Sister Ling makes a move against him in a business war, our guards, serving as police now, can slowly suppress those gangs, particrly focusing on Tiger gang, who is the current enemy. Don''t forget if we target everyone, they might unite against us."


    Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi nodded, gesturing Xiao Yue to continue.


    Xiao Yue: "I suggest we have to strike where it hurts the most. Cutting off strategy, finance and resources. The ultimate victory in any war is that your opponents can''t fight anymore."


    "So, apart from the business deals that I rob and suppress, what else?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Many aspects. The gang''s funds came from ordinary people usually. As long as we prohibit the so-called protection fees, it''ll hurt their economy," Xiao Yue replied. "Besides once we limit their movements, no more fresh blood would enter their circle. They''ll slowly lose troops and money. Which young dandies want to join in if there is no opportunity to make cheap and fast money and no cool moment.


    "Second, using our identity, we seize their illegal weapons and drugs. Whatever drives their economy, we hit them. Of course, sex trafficking and prostitution hens are also included. With your money, I presume you canpensate for those poor girls."


    Xiao Yue''s words almost caused Ling Qingyu to fall. These two generals were indeed good but they never lost grip of her money, Ling Qingyu thought bitterly.


    Ignoring Ling Qingyu''s reaction, Xiao Yue continued. "Once we manage to encircle from various aspects, the third stagees. Istion. Make the entire group on edge that they must do something."


    "Finally, force them to jump over the wall under our watch." Tang Ziyi concluded.


    "Yes." Xiao Yue nodded. "The important point is to lead the enemy precisely to where we want. Otherwise, the table is overturned very early and we have to input more energy and waste time."


    "What about those politicians and big families who are connected with him?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "That''s why I said the process must be gradual, not so sudden that we involve other parties. Make them think it''s going to be a tug of war while we maintain advantage." Xiao Yue answered. "The collective loose sand will no longer bring benefits. We can kill them or throw them in jail. No one will protect someone who has no values.


    Once the so-called Boss Hu lost the benefits he could''ve sent to others, the game is finished."


    Ling Qingyu and Tang Ziyi hissed, frightened of how Xiao Yue''s mind worked so meticulously. It wasn''t that Ling Qingyu couldn''te up with simr ideas but Xiao Yue''s strategic vision couldn''t be underestimated and filled in some gaps Ling Qingyu had.


    The two exchanged weird nces, measuring silently, who was more ruthless. The hiddenmunication spectrum went unnoticed, as Xiao Yue tried to simte various scenarios in her mind.


    Perhaps, Athena, who was listening on the sideline, became aware of Xiao Yue''s trouble, so, she provided help. "Aunt Xiao, I can help you simte to perfect your ns. Why don''t you try it?"


    Xiao Yue looked confused. She knew what Athena meant but how can this AI niece help? Tang Ziyi stepped up. "Yes, Xiao Yue. I forgot Athena''s simtion. You can try to y various scenarios with Athena''s help.


    I won''t exin more since it''ll only confuse you, why don''t you try it yourself."


    Ling Qingyu felt her shoulders burdened with less weight. She should delegate ying chess games to Xiao Yue in theing days.


    Poor Xiao Yue didn''t know that Ling Qingyu would throw away so many works in the future. She was too enthusiastic simting to her heart''s content with Athena''s support.


    After encouraging her love, Tang Ziyi, whose expertise was different, monitored the guards'' mission progress.


    Ling Qingyu sighed and thought new chapters waited ahead. She must advance her original n.

 Chapter 313 Dilemma

    The future shes had begun. With Xiao Yue''s words, Ling Qingyu had reaffirmed her mind to put down the gangs starting from Boss Hu once and for all.


    While the big bosses were strategizing for the future, Su Ruomei and the rest of the sisters were focusing on the current mission.


    Different levels had different worries and strategies. The girls couldn''t think further from the current perspectives. Perhaps this was the reason why there was a difference between leaders and subordinates.


    If Su Ruomei learned to contemte issues from a high level, her potential was to be a military general if she stayed in the barracks.


    However, the situation already told the highest rank she could obtain was likely Lieutenant Colonel.


    Now, Su Ruomei looked bored, her eyes gazing at the fast-passing scenes. Initially, ten vehicles were racing in a convoy. Their appearances spewed greetings from other road users.


    Of course, not one dared to honk, especially seeing such arge group in simr vans, in different colors. Most attributed the girls to the unscrupulous gang members.


    Seeing those ck, grey, and white speed past and disappear from their sight, everyone let out the heavy air held inside. News rted to gangs had popped up one after another, tickling people''s fragile hearts.


    Before, they might even curse and drive in a way to teach the maniac road users lessons. But after hearing repetitive bombardment of news rted to gangs, their courage dissipated. Their lives were far more important than respect and dignity.


    Su Ruomei''s groups had no idea that ordinary people were thinking wrongly. Their minds prepared various scenarios their missions had pushed them to.


    Su Ruomei gazed at the side mirror and only saw one van behind, where Jiang Yu led another team. There were only two teams. The convoy had separated at one juncture, each dashed toward different cities, as pointed out by Athena.


    Because the situation was still unfolding, the group wasn''t sure of the gang''s attack. But their side''s intelligence already discovered where the enemy scouts were and who they hadid their eyes on.


    So, throughout the entire journey, the vans traveled a little over the maximum speed, to avoid attracting police surveince.


    Apart from the City N police force, headed by Yang Qingyue, none of the girls could be relieved. Who knew if their movement would be leaked and ruin the n?


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    While Su Ruomei waited for Athena''s further investigation, her hands brushed the rail on her assault rifle as if it were a flower.


    She held QBU-191 or QBZ-192. The other sisters were equipped with the same rifle. In fact, ording to the mission requirement, having a pistol was already fine.


    In a firearm-restricted country, gging a small pistol was enough to arrest resisting criminals.


    The mission also let Su Ruomei know her enemies weren''t equipped with firearms. Athena had already listed out what weapons they held after nonstop monitoring.


    They were heavy sticks, metal batons, and machetes. Only one was suspected of carrying a revolver.


    Based on the info, Su Ruomei''s team should carry a few submachine guns with pistols. However, Su Ruomei understood the vtility of Province N. Storms raged underneath the false calm.


    To prevent the situation from losing control, or in other words, spilling over the chaos, she brought strong deterrence. What if the gangs saw the groups only equipped themselves with pistols and raised the enemies'' bravery?


    Now with rifles, probably, no one dared to stand against her group. The gang already learned the hard lesson once.


    "1-1, 1-2. You better m the elerator. The area you''re responsible for needs haste. The gang wants to kidnap a little girl, a cousin of your Finance department director." Athena''s calm voice came in despite her words sending urgency.


    Touching her headset, Su Ruomei asked. "1-1 here. Where exactly? How many minutes do we have?"


    Su Ruomei didn''t waste a moment to gain important facts.


    "Less than 30 minutes. Don''t worry yet. Their n is to drag the girl away and leave her unharmed by dropping someone and making threats to the workers. They don''t dare to make a big fuss." Athena replied. "I''ve already updated the locations on your PDA. Just follow the course."


    "Thanks. But we must never let these bastards rampage around destroying other''s peaceful life." Su Ruomei replied.


    "Sister Su sounds more like a righteous police officer." Jiang Yu entered the chat with a teasing tone.


    Because Athena controlled the channels meticulously, the girls didn''t need to worry about blurring the chatter on the radios. Of course, once serious, nobody would talk. Even if they wanted to, Athena would ry the message for them.


    No one knew how Athena did but they had experimented and seen the results with their own eyes.


    "After all, we are also part of the family. Seeing familiar people going through hardships because of our unresponsiveness, I can''t bear it." Su Ruomei said.


    Since Su Ruomei considered herself part of Ling Qingyu''s member, she didn''t want unnecessary bad impacts on Ling Qingyu''s enterprise. The other guards thought the same. Who else but Ling Qingyu could give them, the life and hobbies they desired?


    "Yeah, it''ll be too impolite for us to not respond against their deration of war." Athena said. "We show these cunning rats through today''s action, we don''t like being provoked. The same for ordinary people."


    Su Ruomei gestured the driver to speed up. The girl on the steering wheel nodded and smashed the pedal. The two vans elerated.


    The girls no longer cared about the trafficw enforcement but they still kept their presence low.


    "Should I turn on sirens and light?" Su Ruomei asked. "The informant will alert these gang members and the kidnapping won''t happen. We seem to bete no matter what, right?"


    Su Ruomei''s words silenced Athena. Jiang Yu also didn''t disturb. After a while, Athena spoke: "Yes. The scenario will transform into hostage rescue if the status quo remains the same."


    "But the poor girl won''t have to go through unnecessary traumatic experiences because they fear our presence. Once alerted, we can arrest them safely without risking a hostage situation."


    "For what crimes then?" Athena''s voice contained rejection. "You should understand, the weak order in Province N can''t punish them. Don''t include ourck of solid evidence."


    "Don''t you already have intel and their motives?"


    "Why don''t you try bullshitting with thewyers and judges about that?" Athena chided.


    "But, but." Su Ruomei was in a dilemma. Even Jiang Yu didn''t speak. Though she supported Su Ruomei''s choice, she also desired to punish these gang members heavily.


    On the one side with sirens and lights alerting the criminals, since there was a chance not to involve innocence, Su Ruomei''s heart told her she shouldn''t take unnecessary risk and endanger the girl''s life.


    On the other side going covert ensured mission sess of catching them in the act, if they didn''t have the gang''s handle, today''s operation was useless. She already foresaw these bastards would be released soon. What was the crime of stalking someone? Malicious intent? It might work in a country with strongw and order.


    In fact, the girls intended to capture them while on the act but because only Su Ruomei''s group was a bitte or the gang members moved too fast, the situation rose to a hostage rescue crisis.


    In Province N, the corrupted judicial system would ignore these unless there was strong evidence and pressure that they couldn''t bear to look the other way.


    "How about the other teams?" Su Ruomei asked. The palpation inside the van was high. Nobody interfered with Su Ruomei''s decision, including Athena who wasmunicating with her.


    "Their teams are fine. They won''t have to be on fire like yours." Athena replied. "Listen, Captain Su, I know about the controversy here. Think about your Instructor Tang, Sister Xiao and President Ling, who have already made numerous ns after our mission. Although your decision won''t impact too much, the chain might break and everything will change. The ne has already taken off the runway."


    "1-2, any suggestion?" Su Ruomei asked Jiang Yu on the channel.


    "Negative. The decision''s yours. I''ll follow your order without hesitation."


    Su Ruomei had aplicated expression and sighed. Nheless, time wouldn''t stop because of her indecision. The vans were rushing toward the scenes.


    "Don''t pressure yourself too much." With a soft sigh, Tang Ziyi appeared.


    "Sister Tang."


    "Sister Tang."


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu were relieved.


    This was the prestige Tang Ziyi wielded. Once she gave orders, nobody would have a doubt.


    "Okay, I''m just monitoring you girls. I won''t give any advice." Tang Ziyi said. "The decision is all yours. Captain Su, this is a test you must take, and don''t worry about the consequences. You''re all trained sufficiently to prepare for any circumstances. I believe in you."


    Su Ruomei''s eyes shone brightly. She regained her confidence and made a decision. That was all Su Ruomei needed¡ªsupport and trust from a capable one. "Thank you, Sister Tang."


    "Go ahead. We have your back." Tang Ziyi left the channel.


    Though Su Ruomei didn''t want to exploit the poor victim, the situation called for it. Su Ruomei informed Athena. "Athena, continue the n. Please brief us on the rescue target and the kidnappers."


    Now that the opponents released a handle, why must she ignore and not take advantage? Once done, the blows to the gang would be more impactful. As for the poor girl, she believed in her team''s skills to rescue her safely.


    Su Ruomei told her decision to everyone andid out ns, along with suggestions from Athena, who had drawn several paths to intercept the kidnappers once the event unfolded.


    "Captain Su, actually, your decision is the best. Only after wepletely eradicate the gang once and for all, such a simr situation will never happen." Athenaforted. "As for the girl, we can only say sorry and provide the best psychological counseling."


    Su Ruomei smiled. "I never knew, you also know how to console others. By the way, Athena, your n counts everything. We''re lucky to not have you as our opponents."


    Listening to Athena''s lists of n A, B, C¡­etc, it wasn''t false to say, Su Ruomei, including the girls who were paying attention, had their minds blown and were horrified. Such meticulousness, such high level of calction precisely with time variables. They had never seen this big scene.


    "It''s a pleasure to beplimented." Athena replied cheerfully.

 Chapter 314 Poor police officer

    Despite her serious tone, Athena was still a child at her heart. Rationally, no one couldpete against her, not even Ling Qingyu but she was weak in emotional aspect. Like now, her head raised like a peacock, receiving genuine praise and eptance from Su Ruomei''s group of girls.


    She felt her work was being recognized by the public other than affirmation from Ling Qingyu and her aunt.


    Thinking of theyout yed by Athena, Su Ruomei and the girls gained confidence, along with Tang Ziyi''s psychological support.


    Once everything was on the go, the weight on Su Ruomei''s shoulder had flown away. The vans reached urban areas and began to weave through the traffic.


    Traffic flow began to be congested a bit. Even if the time wasn''t rush hour, Su Ruomei didn''t want to drive behind the long trails of cars.


    The demand for time was too strict. Who made their partypletely reactive to the gang''s movement, despite obtaining all the info? That was the reason why Ling Qingyu''s trio focused on the initiative, seeking control of the rhythm.


    `Fortunately, Athena had controlled the traffic lights. Whenever they passed or were near the intersection, the red turned green. Except for slowing down for the cars at the front to react, the average speed of the two vehicles was high.


    However, before the girls could relieve the tensions, the vehicles had to stop. Puzzled, Su Ruomei tried to look ahead but to no avail. One thing was certain, the light had turned green yet the traffic became stuck.


    Last time, a simr situation urred as the convoy met a police checkpoint. Su Ruomei had a bad guess in her heart and exchanged nces with the driver, who also had the same thought.


    Damn! Shitluck or was their action revealed? Su Ruomei contacted Athena for verification though she had not much hope. Within the short time frame, what could Athena gain?


    Before Su Ruomei was about to speak about the important topic, Athena said first. "Don''t worry. It''s just a coincidence. Traffic ident ahead. One of them drove a red light and crashed not long after you drove on the road."


    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu cursed their fortunes. Murphy''sw was at y. Whenever they didn''t want something to happen, shit happened.


    Both even considered writing ''shit happens'' on the license te as incense to raise their luck so that the next time, this wouldn''t ur.


    No sooner thanter, the ident happened at the exact moment they were on this road. Athena also snickered at the teams'' fate. If earlier, Athena could re-route fast and navigate through different avenues.


    Now, the teams were in a tight spot, anxious to rush toward the destination. They didn''t want to miss the poor girl and endanger her safety.


    Although Athena promised nothing should happen to the girls, who could say for sure what these ruffians would do to the beautiful girl if they missed?


    There was no slightest chance, the girls dared to bet, that the traffic would return to normal. It was urgent and they need to react now.


    Su Ruomei looked around her cars. Fortunately, they stayed on the outermostne. Though the road was separated by arrays of white fences in the middle, she presumed they could hit them and went in the opposite way.


    Quickly, Su Ruomei ordered her drive and the van turned to the left and hit the fence slowly. The obstacle gradually got carried away by the front bumper, opening a path.


    The sound of metal scrapping against the asphalt drew attention from the public. Most couldn''t believe and rub their eyes. They were also thinking, why were the two cars impatient? It wasn''t a traffic jam, 5-10 minutester everything would be over!


    Watching the two vans breakingws without scruples, everyone was speechless. Please, do the drivers in the two cars really think there was no traffic warden?


    Of course, no sooner than they thought, a person, wearing a reflective yellow jacket appeared, his head peeking out to see the culprits of the sound. It was a traffic police officer.


    He was worried that there was another ident when a collision sound reached his ears. After all, an impatient driver was the number one culprit in an ident.


    What did he see? Someone breaking thew before thew enforcement''s eyes. Instantly, he showed his figure and signaled the two vans to pull over for inspection.


    Like many, he also suspected two simr vans'' structures might be linked to gangs and didn''t want to interfere too much.


    Go away righteousness and justice, self-protection was the number one need. However, in front of the public eyes, if he didn''t do anything, his job would no longer be secure.


    He decided to pretend to do serious work and release the driverster as if he had given some tickets. That would be eptable to the public eyes.


    While his mind wandered around his n, the vans didn''t pay attention to his gesture at all and sped up instead. He sprinted ahead trying to wave to force the driver to stop.


    Su Ruomei, Jiang Yu and the girls naturally noticed the police officer''s funny behavior. Silently mourning for the officer, the girls continued to speed up, reaching the intersection. The vans honked to announce their presence.


    The drivers maneuvered beautifully around various cars that stopped after seeing their aggressive actions. Curving in and out, the two vans passed the collision ident scene nonchntly, causing everyone to be dumbfounded.


    There was also another officer interrogating the drivers, responsible for the ident. Seeing Su Ruomei''s team''s behavior, his eyeballs bulged, almost spurting out of the sockets. Throwing away the stylish sunsses, the two officers eximed inwardly: Hello! What are my hands gesturing for?


    Well, these two really didn''t give a f*** about police presence. Everyone tried to see through the ss who was so brave but to no avail. Since the guards'' vans were modified on purpose, the windows were a little tinted. The previous crash against the fence didn''t even destroy the paint.


    Leaving only the backside, the two vans continued in haste to mitigate the prior time loss. Stunned for a while, one of the officers shouted something and sped toward his motorcycle to catch up. No way in hell, would the two let the vans'' behavior go unstopped.


    "Athena, we''ve got apany. I think we''ll have to handle the mess." Su Ruomei said.


    The radio cracked back. "Leave them alone and continue yours. Just don''t let the motorcycle catch up and interfere."


    "Crap, the motorbike will soon overtake us, if we continue the pace. You know that." Su Ruomei muttered.


    "Alright, just maintain a distance. I''ll solve them for you." Athena relented and interfered again with the light. Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu who heard her words, prayed deeply that the righteous officer who was trying to follow them remained safe.


    The traffic lights turned from green to red as soon as the vans passed, prompting the biker to slow down and pay attention to the oing traffic.


    Meanwhile, the motorbike officer, with sirens on, struggled amidst the narrow space. He cursed at the traffic light and was puzzled. Now, he really hated the road users who didn''t even give way to emergency light. Nobody stopped for him, except for one or two conscientious people. He was unsure whether to call for backup since he didn''t want things to escte. What a fuss!

 Chapter 315 Kidnapped!

    Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu were a few minutes away from the destination. The police motorbike trailed behind. While the atmosphere and stake were high, nobody in the destination knew anything.


    A teenage girl, wearing a yellow short skirt and blue blouse, hopped happily. She knew nothing about the danger creeping over her.


    Ignorance meant bliss. Nothing could be more truthful. The more one knew, the more one thought and troubles kepting, as if a valve blocking the negative energy was unleashed.


    asionally, the girl jumped and mmed her feet against each other in a yful manner. The two elders, a man and a woman, smiled, watching over the girl''s childish behavior andmented. It was good to be young.


    The elders were the girl''s uncle and aunt. Like the elder sister or cousin, she admired, her parents were gone. The two girls were adopted by their kindhearted close rtives. The elder man and woman treated the two girls as their daughters since they couldn''t have a child.


    Besides, blood was thicker and they were rtives to begin with. Instead of going through theplicated adoption process in an orphanage, taking in nieces was much better.


    The girl''s parents died in an unfortunate car crash 5 years ago. Her elder sister lost her loved one in a building copse during the earthquake 3 years ago. She was first adopted into her elder sister''s family and moved together.


    No matter how sad the two were, time became the best medicine, healing the remaining trauma. The two had to live on, not to indulge in regret or stay in pessimism. People must survive, study, find careers and work for a living. They had already treated the uncle and aunt as their own parents.


    Now that many years had passed, the elder sister obtained a bachelor''s degree from a prestigious university and entered a career path. She joined Spirit Beauty & Clothing Co.Ltd, as an intern and gradually stepped up thedder.


    The elder sister served as a Financial Director in her department with her own trusted aides. As a capable woman, she was noticed by Ling Qingyu and her skills improved under purposeful guidance.


    The healthy work environment along with abundant sry raised the family''s status. The uncle and aunt no longer needed to bear further energy and money on them. The two sisters could now look after them. Well, only elder sister, but she believed after graduation she would work on the same path.


    Even if there was no worry for living residence and expenses, she wanted to prove herself and to her beloved. The family''s expression grew milder and softer under the fulfillment of life.


    As a university student, the girl shouldn''t be here, apanying her uncle and aunt. But who made her timetable so free. There was no course left except to wait for the examinations before the term was over.


    There weren''t any holidays but she exploited the free time as one and went back home. The university wasn''t strict in controlling the student''s travel. Having notified her year coordinator and dormitory manager was sufficient.


    Rules are dead, people will take control. Building a better rtionship can facilitate several movements unthinkable before. Likewise, she easily got out of the university to spend time with her family.


    In fact, she was supposed to learn, search and read other materials and references during the free time given. But she had a capable sister, already excelling in her career in the financial circle.


    Rather than flexing through boring books, she could seek her sister''s guidance. Not to mention, her sister could point out reliable references for her to study in depth.


    If this wasn''t enough, she could try to beg her sister''s boss. Of course, even though she hoped to meet with the idol, the peak most women in country N wanted to climb, how could the infamous Ling Qingyu have time to meet with a little girl?


    The little girl went out together with her uncle and aunt to rx and y around. They just visited a shopping mall nearby and were on the way home. With little bags in their hands, they chattered various topics.


    However, unbeknown to their delightful mood, the malicious aura crept around. Many eyesid on them. Someone had been following the three of them.


    The girl and the elders were oblivious to the dangers. Even though the people tracking the family members were amateur, nobody was aware. The public who had been in peaceful time for so long would never have a proper situational awareness. It couldn''t be med on the trio.


    Several men trailed behind, leaving a proper distance. They would immerse their presence in the crowd, following the public''s rhythm. Near small shops, while their eyes remained on the target, their hands seemed to be judging the product to buy.


    One of the men put the phone on his ears, muttering something and hung up. A block away, a Volkswagen van ignited its engine and turned its front wheel, then moved out of its parking space.


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    "It seems we don''t have time. They''re about to kidnap the girl into a van within a minute." Athena informed the group. She had already monitored all the bastards involved with the gang. As soon as they made the slightest move, she knew like an omniscient god.


    "We''re about 3 mikes out. There''s no way we can''t reach them instantly." Su Ruomei replied. "The n has changed. Intercept the vehicle en route."


    "Acknowledged, I''ll keep posting," said Athena.


    "Roge. 1-2 will chase from behind. Rmend 1-1 block the path ahead. Upon meeting, we''ll lock them from the front and the back." Jiang Yu suggested.


    The two vehicles separated. Jiang Yu''s team remained on the original path. Su Ruomei''s group elerated to arrive at the path ahead sooner to initiate a blocking maneuver. Everyone understood, that their expectations to apprehend the gang in the act were no longer possible. The worst situation had urred. But no one had mood swings as they had alreadyid out ns.


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    The teenage girl was in a daze. A strange man stood in front of her. The uncle and aunt were stunned and prepared to step forward quickly.


    The man grabbed the girl''s waist and lifted her on his shoulder. Regaining her mind, the girl patted the man''s back. "What are you doing? Put me down!"


    The two elders also tried to stop but the distance was a bit far out of reach. A van halted on the side; the slider door opened. The man got in with the girl despite her struggles.


    The girl''s uncle and aunt realized their ''daughter'' was kidnapped right before their very eyes. "Stop! Let go of my girl!"


    "Someone, please help us!"


    Another man came down from the car and kicked away the girl''s uncle and aunt to prevent entanglement, cursing menacingly. Perhaps, violence ran through his veins and he needed a vent.


    "If you want to me. me Ling Qingyu, for offending our boss." The man left behind chilling words and scooted in. The slider door shut and the van left.


    The outcries and girl''s shrieks received attention from the neighborhood. Yet, nobody stepped forward. People were selfish and no one deserved to be med. They didn''t want to be targeted by the cunning gang members for the rest of their lives.


    No matter how the two people begged for help, no one came up. Luckily, a conscientious person dialed 110 to notify the police about the crime but she also had low hopes to see the girl safe. How damn this world! It wasn''t for long the gangs resurged. Where could ordinary people like her survive?


    Except for people pointing fingers, no one dared to interfere. The people only saw the back-view of the vans; some couldn''t memorize the license te. Hmm, wait, there wasn''t one in the first ce.

 Chapter 316 Rescue

    As for the two, man and woman, who seemed like a girl''s parents, they couldn''t be relied upon since a stressful environment might blur some memories. Even the slightest hope dashed away when the caller noticed there wasn''t a license te.


    She began to think about how tofort and found herself powerless. Shaking her head, she chased the two elders who were pursuing the fleeing vehicle and was lost for words.


    A couple of blocks away, one ck van drove way beyond the speed limit. It was Su Ruomei''s team. Because the goal was to intercept, they had to arrive before the gangs left and stopped them ahead.


    The team entered narrow streets, turning left and right, based on the navigation. Thankfully, the GPS system and AI were too smart.


    Su Ruomei clenched the handrail above as the driver beside her maneuvered with skills and precision. Once, she almost had a heart attack because the width was too close for the van to pass through. The driver didn''t even slow down for a moment. A mere distance of 3 fingers.


    Until they passed through the obstacles, Su Ruomei breathed and red at the driver, who shrugged back. Sometimes, she regretted and thanked the guards who had undergone tactical driving training.


    However, this wasn''t over. The driver turned the steering wheel with haste as the van traveled through several alleyways. Hopping up and down inside, due to uneven road surfaces, and being thrown around left and right, the members weren''t feeling well.


    "1-1, 1-2. The girl is being taken away. We don''t have much time." Athena''s voice came from the radio. "What''s your ETA?"


    Looking at the driver for answer, Su Ruomei saw three fingers shaking on the steering wheel. She nodded and replied. "1-1, 3o seconds away."


    "1-2, we''ve already spotted the target and are on pursuit." Jiang Yu''s voice uttered in the channel. Her team steered in the direction and sped up. Although they could see the contour and color of the van ahead, the distance was still far.


    "Athena, how can you see us so clearly?" Su Ruomei asked her doubt.


    "Of course, I''m using a military satellite passing overhead."


    Su Ruomei choked. There was no way someone would give permission to a private party like them to ess the military satellite, state of the art technologies. Then, the only method Athena gained ess didn''t need to be described.


    Bang!


    As the car turned 90 degrees left, Su Ruomei''s head hit the window. "Ouch!"


    "Sorry, we''re about to arrive soon," The driver said. She also heard Athena''s reply and was stunned, turning at a higher speed than it was supposed to.


    Su Ruomei rolled her eyes and wore her helmet. The members behind checked everything because they knew the target was getting close.


    To avoid injuring pedestrians, the driver honked without restraint, rming the entire block. People cursed in confusion at the continuous noise disturbance.


    The van made the next turn right and reached another street. The driver punched the gas and gunned down her vehicle.


    Exactly at the time their team was on the specific street, Athena came in. "1-1, you''re about to reach your target. Be ready!"


    "Got it. 1-1 to 1-2, initiating blockade."


    "1-2 received."


    "On my count then," Athena said.


    "5¡­.


    Su Ruomei''s van arrived at the intersection and halted at an angle, a couple of feet away from the target vehicle, blocking its path. The driver hit the brake and tires screeched.


    Controlling the feeling of the whole weight thrown to the front, the team members dismounted immediately once the van skidded to a stop.


    Su Ruomei had already opened the door a little before the wheel stopped and sprung out of her seat, grabbing the rifle along. She was the first to touch her feet on the ground.


    Two slider doors yanked backward. Rapid footsteps hit the asphalt. The members formed a line formation with their weapons pointed toward the unknown van.


    In a matter of seconds, all members had exited the Alphard except for the slower driver. ording to the original n discussed, everyone held a specific weapon type. Most used pistols to avoid overpration, especially for a hostage situation in a narrow confined space. The driver took out shotgun from her seat and Su Ruomei retained her primary weapon of choice¡ªQBU-192.


    "Let me see your hands!"


    "Show your hands!"


    "Don''t move!"


    "Hands! Hands!"


    The team cried out various strong verbalmands as they rushed to the van. The people inside seemed to be dumbfounded by their sudden appearance. Their brains suffered a circuit breakdown before they realized their situation. By then, everything was toote.


    In fact, even if they had quick reaction, the wless execution, and nning already deemed their fate.


    Su Ruomei aimed the assault rifle at the two-seaters on the front from the driver''s side. The rest took their positions. One of the members pointed her pistol and knocked on the window, ordering the men inside to get out, then yanked the door handle. Another did the same to the slider door behind.


    The teammate beside Su Ruomei tried but to no avail. It seemed the people inside were either nonpliant or stupid due to their aggressive actions.


    After a while, another noise of tires screeched behind the van. Jiang Yu''s team had arrived. Now, the gangsters were locked. The options to retreat had gone.


    Perhaps, something registered, the gang driver moved his hand, presumably to drive straight. All of his actions were under Su Ruomei''s eyes. With a chilled voice, she ordered. "Blow it."


    Her driver, wielding a shotgun, lowered the barrel at the tire and burst it into pieces. The front part of the van dropped in height. The loud bang seemed to only frighten the man on the wheel a little and the engine revved again. Everyone knew he hadn''t given up and pressed the pedal.


    This time, Su Ruomei smashed the muzzle at the window. The ss shattered, shocking the man. She cleared the debris sticking on the frame with the barrel, not forgetting to givemands. "Do not move or I''ll rip your head out! Hands where I can see them!"


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    Her drive-chan removed the lock and swung the door. The two cooperated and threw the driver down to eat the dirt. The other seat experienced the same treatment.


    Another ss shattered. Su Ruomei wanted to turn her head but decided to trust her teammates and stay focused.


    The culprit was her team member, who broke the window on the slider door with her elbow and stretched her hand in to unlock it. After pulling the door handle back with her weight, another member covering her movement entered and subdued the nearest gangsters.


    "Hands! Hands!"


    Her pistolpressed to her chest while the other free hand moved to take down opponents. Two of them entered the back while not forgetting to shoutmands of surrender.


    At the same time, Jiang Yu''s team members filled in the gap, covering from outside through the window while some rushed in. At least another 5 had rolled in. In a constricted space, Ling Qingyu''s guards moved with difficulty but their actions uninhibited.


    The gangs sitting at the back enjoyed some smacks and kisses from the pistols wielded by them, whenever the men showed any signs of resistance. They were pressed on the seat by the intimidating ck-tactical-clothing figures, unable to move.


    The victim was soon lifted out of the vehicle and carried toward Jiang Yu''s direction. After ordering her subordinates who were free to implement peripheral securities, Jiang Yu let the poor girl rx in her carriage. The girl was hugged and consoled.


    The hostage''s expression of not knowing whether to cry in fear or shed tears of joy almost spurted outughter from Jiang Yu and the member who had carried her. After all, everything changed in a matter of seconds.


    Despite seeming to appear arduous, the action finished within a dozen seconds from the start of getting boots on the ground to a sessful rescue fully utilizing Surpise, Speed, and Violence of action. (The fundamental of any battle)

 Chapter 317 Im all ears

    The kidnappers were dragged out of the van and thrown to the ground, hands behind their backs and locked in stic cuffs. One by one, they were tossed into Su Ruomei''s vehicle.


    Some guards who had nothing to do look around, while others checked the kidnappers to find any valuable information.


    Jiang Yu heard hasty footsteps and looked toward the sound. Two middle-aged, man and woman, scurrying toward them. She raised her hand to stop the two and paused when a girl cried out in joy. "Uncle! Aunt!" Read new chapters at empire


    The little girl raced to embrace her beloved. Jiang Yu''s lips curled up in satisfaction. She found her current workload gratifying. The rest of the guards who watched the heartwarming scene felt the same.


    "Thank you very much! We owe you our baby''s life." The uncle released his embrace and bowed.


    "Thank you. Thank you." The woman repeated her gratitude.


    Soon, apuse rang and the guards nced at the surrounding cheerful crowd. They even saw some eximed supports from the windows in the apartment.


    Perhaps, the people might be stunned when the operation unfolded. The speed was too fast for their minds to register. Afterward, when they saw the whitebel of ''SPECIAL POLICE'' and the uniforms, everybody cheered.


    Finally, there was someone to take care of the ruthless gang. Looking at the helpless men, thrown mercilessly to the ground and punished, the crowd saw the gangs weren''t really powerful. They were humans after all.


    Amidst the whistles and pping, wails of sirens entered the scene. When all eyes shifted toward the iing police motorbike, the poor officer braked hurriedly, almost slipping off.


    Holy shit! He was trying to pursue the special operation team! The officer thought and blessed himself. Fortunately, he didn''t attempt hard.


    The uniform style and gear of Su Ruomei''s and Jiang Yu''s group scared the shit out of him. He remembered a rumor in the police circle when colleagues from somewhere once did a checkpoint on the special team. Their cars were rammed and destroyed by armored trucks.


    Imagining a scene where his poor motorcycles collided with the vans, the officer shuddered.


    Ling Qingyu''s guards were too recognizable. Their outfits instantly disyed their identities. The infamous special operators, who mowed down the gang uprising like weeds.


    In fact, the style wasn''t too different from ordinary SWAT but who made the girls'' gear, had a heavy-like feeling and ballistic visors on the helmet¡ªthe only signature.


    Okay, now what should he do? Walk away or¡­The officer really desired that his shy blue and red lights weren''t noticeable, wanting to escape from the scenes.


    "Hey! Come here, Mr. Officer." Jiang Yu called in.


    Helpless, the biker sighed and walked forward. Although he was surprised by a female voice, he didn''t think too much.


    "Ma''am, is there anything you need?" The officer asked.


    "Thank you foring," Jiang Yu didn''t point out the officer''s original goal and embarrass him. "Please, help us block the streets and direct the traffic. We might be spending some time before the scene clears."


    If the crowd heard he was trying to prevent a rescue situation, he would face angry mobs and suffer.


    "Yess," The officer nodded in joy and went to work.


    Su Ruomei dealt with the arrested men, ordering her girls to cover their heads with ck hoods. The blind men were dragged away and bundled into her van, where interrogation would start.


    Soon, the van rocked and could clearly be seen from outside. The onlookers twitched their eyelids, including Su Ruomei who just ordered her subordinates for interrogation.


    Crap, she didn''t mean to use violence, Su Ruomei hasted her step and entered the passenger seat to look inside. Behold her sight, she sighed in relief.


    There was no violence, just a couple of dudes forced to lie on the carpets, like several arch bridges. Forehead against the surface, toes to provide support, lifting the bodies up.


    She probably understood why the car shook. The guys were reluctant and resisted. Her girls shoved these guys to a better understanding¡ªyou aren''t dealing with a simple police force.


    Since she had reminded everyone, the girls likely used some kind of pain to end the struggles. Acupuncture pressure point, which Tang Ziyi taught a lot in the past days. Thinking of the experience, Su Ruomei''s face turned grim and paid these poor bastards homage. Tribute to the victim. She was certain they would be recruited in a while.


    In fact, the apprehended ruffians wereining, about why were the women more vicious and fierce. They thought they could show some strength and escape, encountering female police units.


    Where was the supposed kindness and femininity? They were far more cruel and ruthless. Have you seen a woman threw away a bigger man without sweating? Lifting him and dragging away? Bundling him like a piece of bread?


    Not to mention, these female officers disyed more violent means, snapping them with pistols and tossing them around. Shouldn''t police treat suspects generously?


    If Su Ruomei heard their inner voices, she would shrug helplessly. Who made Tang Ziyi, their instructor? Her energetic training transformed and strengthened everyone. As for the so-called woman''s kindness, HEHE! Su Ruomei expressed silently.


    Before she exited the vehicle, Athena''s voice resounded again on everyone''s radio. "1-1, 1-2. Be advised, there are some suspects leaving the scene. Arrest them and take them away too. They are the trackers, trailing the poor girl."


    "Roger."


    "Wilco." Su Ruomei exchanged secret nces with everyone. The criminals were nearby and they mustn''t startle the snakes before they were ready.


    Athena directed everyone, with a description and direction. Instantly, the guards separated into small teams, while the remaining stood around, securing the perimeter.


    Su Ruomei walked to Jiang Yu and hugged her friend. When the heightened stress diminished, the two were in peace. Despite only taking a dozen seconds to rescue the girl, both felt like hours. The two''s rapport dissipated hearing several outcries.


    "Don''t move."


    "Stay right where you are!"


    "You''re risking being shot if you run!"


    Their eyes noticed the guards chasing fleeing figures. Both raised their brows and reminded their subordinates to pay attention to safety and caution but Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu weren''t too worried.


    Among the people around, very few had time and ideas to record the scenes. Most were keen on the present. However, there was someone, who had been live broadcasting for a long time and encountered the rescue operation. The entire scene was recorded and viewed by many online. Soon, the videos would spread.


    Of course, Athena already knew about the situation and merely blurred some important features, such as license tes.


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    "What! You''re only telling me when this happens?" Yang Qingyue roared into her phone, drawing looks from the coworkers and subordinates.


    Cai Ning pped her forehead, gritting: Image. Image. Please, you''re a police chief now!


    On the other line, Ling Qingyu put away the phone at arm''s length after speaking. She knew Yang Qingyue''s reaction would exactly be such.


    Until the roar calmed down, Ling Qingyu spoke. This time, she turned on the speaker, not daring to risk her ears from suffering minor damage. "I only have a moment now before arranging. You know the event unfolded within an hour or even less. Who knows?"


    "I suspect, you enjoy the thrill of informing me after a fact." Yang Qingyue chided.


    "Alright, guilty as charged, Sister Yang. I promise you my words and I''ll do so." Ling Qingyu replied, referring to an agreement to not breakws and cut the red tape.


    "It better be."


    "Furthermore, it''s more like an act of self-defense," Ling Qingyu excused her actions. "That bastard didn''t eye me and instead reached his filthy hands on the innocence. You know it''s war, unrestricted. If not for the sake of your face, we might have many missing people on the list, not that anyone cares."


    "¡­" Yang Qingyue remained silent and entered a closed room. "I know. I didn''t want to hear or see self-rhetoric self-defense again. Do we make this clear?"


    "Crystal, darling.... And this might be the opportunity to kick one dog out of the throne forever. The question is are you up for it?" Ling Qingyu humored.


    "I''m all ears." Yang Qingyue''s breathing shortened as her heart sped up. She even heard her own blood pumping. "It''s been so long these gangs enjoy people''s suffering and deserve retribution."


    "Eh¡­There''s no karma. There will be only one who''ll carry out. That''s human being. That''s what happens in the past. That''s what''s happening now and what will happen next. Only humans can save themselves."


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 Chapter 318 Alans live anchoring (1)

    One hour ago. City N.


    A couple dragged their suitcase and bags into the trunk of the rented sedan. 4 seats Cherry saloon, domestic car.


    The man was unusual since he was a foreigner with blond hair and very noticeable. He entered the passenger side and let his wife drive. After all, his wife had a driver''s license whereas he didn''t.


    His name was n. They checked in the hotel yesterday upon arrival from the airport, staying for the night. They were exhausted after a long-hour flight from Country A.


    Checking out before noon, the two already ate lunch at the hotel. The two were an international couple. n met his wife when she was studying abroad and got married 2 years ago.


    Now, n nned to visit his inws with his wife. They had brought Country A''s famous products as gifts. n smiled in relief, seeing delighted expression on his wife. He really wasn''t scared of his wife. He just loved her.


    The wife looked back and raised her brows. "What''s the matter?"


    "Nothing." n shook his head.


    "Then, close the door and buckle up. We gotta roll." The wife rolled her eyes.


    "Yes. Yes." n quickly nodded.


    The car left the spot. The interior remained quiet until n took out his phone and connected it with a selfie stick. As a side job, he was a famous live broadcaster, teaching Chinese to foreigners and presenting the eastern culture.


    He had huge fan support. Together with his wife, his videos became more and more famous. Fans from all over the world, including Country C.


    Those from country C wanted to see him fawning over their culture and exporting it to an international stage. Besides, this anchor could speak the samenguage, making everyone have a first good impression.


    n felt a little bored, sitting in the car his wife drove. There was one thing he wanted toin but his desire to survive stopped his move. His wife rarely spoke whenever she held the steering wheel.


    So, looking at his phone screen, he realized he could start broadcasting and turned on the app. He had 50,000 subscribers, not too much, not too little. But the watery number came from a huge poption of Country C.


    Soon, 0 turned to hundreds, n wasn''t surprised because there were always people, scanning at the notification button.


    "Hello, everyone. I''m n, back from the holynd. Thank you for visiting my stream. I just arrived at Country C yesterday and took a rest in the hotel. Look around, my wife''s driving. Honey, say hello!"


    n directed his camera around and let his wife greet the audience. "Hello, I''m Li Bing, his wife."


    The voice sounded so crisp and soft,pletely contrasting the usual strict tones n suffered.


    [Hello! I guess it''s afternoon there.]


    [Hello, Hello. Madam looks amazingly stunning as always. How sweet, I envy Mr. n.]


    [Hello Sir and Madam, it''s been so long before you''re online again.]


    Several greetings popped up in English. n knew they were his firm audience around the globe. When n saw someone praising his wife for being gentle, he almost lost his grip. Gentle? Soft? You better check your eyes at the ophthalmologist.


    Well, wasn''t he the same? Too bad and toote when he discovered a secret, he was married. Of course, it was in a joking tone; he loved his wife so much. How could he think of separating even for a moment? It didn''t matter if a tigress apanied him.


    n ryed the audience''s greeting to his wife, who kindly expressed her gratitude, the atmosphere felt warm.


    Until crooked teasing came from the audience. n noticed they were in Chinese. No need to think more, who else but the audience in Country C.


    [n, you''ve arrived in Country C?]


    [Yeah, I was stunned too. I never thought our country would entertain a big guest.]


    "Please have mercy. I''m more of a small fish here. Don''t bring me trouble." n begged, knowing the deep-mindedizens from Country C. He had once suffered tremendously under their conspiracy.


    They had huge poptions and could drown him with words. Despite his anchor a part-time job, he didn''t want to encounter waterloo. He must speak carefully, and avoid entering other''s rhythm.


    Don''t pay attention to their sweet words. Sometimes, they were more dangerous than knife. A profound lesson, n learned.


    [Hello, sister. You look as beautiful as always.]


    [I don''t know where n saved the world in past life to meet you.]


    There it was, n''s lips twitched. Nothing had changed. Only good things belonged to his wife.


    Sighing in exaggeration, n raised the atmosphere in his live broadcast, everybody was happy. The banter exchange between the two parties flowed naturally.


    [Speaking of Mr. n, we don''t know where you''re visiting inw?]


    [Yeah. You really know how to hide. We know nothing about the inws. Don''t worry we won''t disturb their lives.]


    n was speechless. Now that they mentioned, he was more worried and thought how to transfer the topic, but he still told the truth about his location.


    Foreign fan just nodded their heads, not understanding the address but Country Cizen exploded. The chat was filled with shock and emojis.


    [F**k! Mr. n, why did youe to Province N?]


    [Shit! This is more astonishing than Mr. n visiting our country. Crappier than ever seen! Don''te here. Visit other provinces.]


    [Quickly leave. It''s not peaceful these days.]


    [Calm down. He''s already here. What can he do? Where''s Mr. n, right now?] A saneizen inquired.


    n raised his brows, noticing hisizen''s strong disagreement. He already understood the problem depended on Province he was currently in.


    "Well, guys and girls, I''m now in City N." n answered.


    Upon hearing his exact location, many were relieved.


    [City N. Fine. I heard that it''s very peaceful there.]


    [After all, big signatures group together in the city, including important officials and their families. Naturally, the security should be strong.]


    [Please, you don''t realize the stake here. Don''tpare City N with your cities and towns in other provinces.]


    [Even if it''s safer, it''s only a little bit.]


    [You guys above. It''s too much. I''m from Province N, and it''s not like what you said. There''s no danger wherever I walk. Nothing happens even if the situation isn''t calm before.]


    [Okay, above. Where are you at then?]


    [City N, hehe.]


    [See this. That''s why we said it''s fine in City N.]


    n watched theizens'' discussion with relish. However, he was puzzled with theizen''s worries. In his country, there was mass shooting once a day in average. This was based on the statistic.


    Even if some argued that the data included weren''t genuine, trying to put together with other gun cases. Nevertheless, there was not a single day a bullet didn''te out of the barrel and that was a truth.


    Rather than worrying aboutizen''s discussion, he was more frightened daily in his own country. He didn''t want to make his name in a victim list.


    But since manyizens from Province N were repeatedly warning him, he asked his wife for confirmation.


    "I''m not so sure because I never went out a lot." Li Bing said. "And who knows how many changes are here after staying away for so long."


    "Well, you didn''t ask your parents?" n scratched his head.


    "You know, older people will never talk about topics to worry their child. Why don''t you ask your audience?" Li Bing suggested.


    n''s eyes brightened, thinking it was a great idea. Althoughizens were mostly unreliable and liked to teased their anchor, in regards to personal affair, they were serious, especially affairs rted to safety and lives.


    Most modern people who never saw blood couldn''t put down their morals to ignore someone''s suffering when they could do something. At least, they could foreshadow dangers and precautions to watch out for. These were whatizens thought after hearing the couple''s conversation.N?v(el)B\\jnn

 Chapter 319 Alans live anchoring (2)

    [Don''t move around. Stay in City N.]


    [Yeah, the upstairs talk correct words. Mr. n, listen to us, we''re really saying this for your safety.]


    [Hey, hey, don''t talk too much. Nothing happens these days. You don''t know since someone new took office as a police chief, it''s very peaceful.]


    [It''s only a few days. You can''t normalize the situation of a short period as certain.]


    "Hold up." n stepped in to stop the mess. The messages popping up almost fried his brain that he had to intervene. "Tell me what it is that''s worrying you guys and girls."


    Foreignizens were watching from the sidelines, not interfering. They were also worried but their words wouldn''t help much.


    [Sir n, listen to us. I''ll tell you what happened recently.]


    Watching several words lined up on the screen, n''s expression turned serious. Perhaps, Li Bing realized her husband''s behavior, she asked directly, "What''s wrong, dear?"


    "Well, it''s nothing more than reports simr to shooting events back there," n exined and shook his head. "Don''t worry, the anchor''s luck is so high to marry my wife. We''ll be safe." Thetter part was addressed to the audience.


    [Luck my foot. I don''t know what to say.]


    [Come on. Don''t be pessimistic. Something dangerous is urring frequently in the anchor''s country but has he ever encountered one?]


    [Alright. The inws are there. They have lived a good life for so long.]


    The rhythm changed back to normal under some saneizens. They realized how could their words dissuade someone from visiting rtives. Not to mention, pursuing the matter more was like cursing someone else family''s fortune.


    n decided to change the topic and his eyes caught a police vehicle shing past from the oppositene. Of course, seeing police presence was nothing but he felt his eyes had captured police patrol several times. This was unusual!


    "Wife, how many police cars have we met since leaving the hotel?" n asked his wife.


    "Eh?" Li Bing was confused. "Probably three¡ª"


    "Exactly. Something is unusual." Perhaps,izen words rmed him too much but he decided to ask. "Everyone, I have encountered so many police patrols within a short period. What''s going on?"


    [Master n, I know. Because of the previous shooting events, police stepped up patrol, especially under new leadership.]


    [Upstairs, are you from City N to know clearly?]


    [Of course not, anyone with brains can say the same.]


    n''s lips twitched helplessly. Here it went again. His audience wasn''t bad but liked to trouble each other¡ªtit for tat.


    [Well, Mr. n, I''m not from City N but I''m in Province N. So, at least I have a better say than these crooked ones.]


    The message wasn''t sent for long before being greeted by curses and swear words. The poor ID was soon drowned under other''s salivas but n managed to see a few important sentences.


    "I see. Some richdy, who has nothing to do, donated so many vehicles to enhance City N police station." n said with an understanding. "But the main reason should be this new police chief. I hope the effort goes long and well."


    He sighed and probably guessed the source of bad events in Province N. Corruption. When governing powerpletely became a tool to make money and was monopolized by a singr-minded group, ordinary people suffered.


    Although n wasn''t an expert in politics, he could see simr events happening in other regions, sharing the same origins.


    "Everyone, look." n pointed the camera at the front. "You see apletely ck police SUV. We haven''t finished talking for long. Just how many vehicles does City N department have?"


    [Hehe¡­probably more than 80 or so.]


    [Mr. n, don''t be surprised. I''m sure people in City N have the same reaction the first time. No matter where you go, always meeting police presence makes people safe. I''m sure the gangs are scared to death.]


    [By the way, all cks are very rare here. It means special police units like SWAT.]


    Li Bing drove toward the highway. The journey wasn''t boring with n happily interacting with his fans. From time to time, he shoved the camera at the police officers. Even Li Bing felt speechless at the childish behavior.


    Though she was also astonished, her reaction wasn''t big. Perhaps, boys had a different focus. n shouted the most when he saw those cool police motorbikes roaming around in a group of six.


    The design sparked envy from many males on the livestream. They had never seen this new motorbike. Curious, the audience requested n to ask and an opportunity came during a traffic stop.


    n''s car stopped beside the motorcycle group and asked for the models of the machine. The officers replied, that these were domestically made. No one knew the price and model, except important specs that foretold the machines'' capabilities.


    Everyone was envious that police enjoyed early ess to the motorbikesing to the market soon. Ling Qingyu''s future automobile was advertised inexplicably.


    Time passed quickly and nearly reached an hour. Li Bing slowed down the car and exited the highway. "Mom, Dad. We''re almost there. Um, I''m driving, talk to youter."


    n was relieved to see his wife hung up the call quickly. His heart was really fragile. The car entered a narrow street. High-rise apartments on both sides and several small business shops. n looked around and said. "Nothing change, huh?"N?v(el)B\\jnn


    "Yes, but some small restaurants are now gone." Li Bing answered.


    Suddenly, a van streaked out of the parking space; Li Bing mmed the brakes. Tires screeched. n was shocked and scared. That was too close. Without reminders, or any signs, a van cut in and drove off as if¡­


    [What happens? An ident.]


    [I heard tires screech. Are you alright?]


    [Whew, it seems nothing went wrong. The driver ahead is a typical bad driver. Doesn''t even bother to look at the mirror.]


    Everyone thought the same. Someone ignored the mirror''s existence. n took a deep breath and said. "You alright, Honey. Why don''t you honk?"


    Li Bing nodded. "I''m okay. It''s fine that nothing happens. Honking can escte unnecessary stuff. Who know somebody might be more a mad dog."


    The sedan resumed and followed behind but the van in front seemed to be a reckless driver, exceeding the speed limit. Li Bing and n lost hope regarding this driver.


    As long as this idiot didn''t cause ident and trouble them. The couple stayed further back.


    However, surprises never came alone. The couple saw the van stopped and a girl''s shriek captured their attention. She was being bundled up and carried away. The slider door of the van opened at the same time. By now, the couple realized kidnapping was taking ce before their eyes.


    They even saw a maning out of the van kicking away the man and woman trying to entangle them. n and Li Bing were so scared and stiff, they didn''t know what to do.


    As a man, n quickly asked Li Bing to call the police. There was nothing he could do. Even if he marched up, he couldn''t risk his wife''s safety. He could only say sorry silently.


    On the other hand, the barrage heated up, seeing a crime unfolded before the lens.

 Chapter 320 Alans live anchoring (3)

    [Holy shit! I know Province N is notorious but this is toowless, right?]


    [Yeah, they have no regard for whatever thew and the system.]


    [Now is not the time to quarrel aboutw and order. The girl''s life is at stake. Immediately inform the police. We do what we can at the moment.]


    [By the way, ask n and his wife to calm down and stay away from the scenes. I suspect it''s the gang''s action.]


    [Yes, sir and madam, please calm down and stay safe.]


    [Agreed, sir and madam, please calm down and stay safe. Think about yourself before helping others. I don''t rmend touching the reverse scales of these gangs.]


    However, the couple had no time to pay attention to the barrage and burned their brains thinking of solutions. As for why not contemte the reason people in the surroundings weren''t reaching out, they understood.


    Most would help, but no one liked troubles toe to their families and endangering lives. They were more afraid of the aftermath than the current gangs. While citizens yed by book and acted appropriately under thew, gangsters were unruly and would never think about fairness.


    The funny aspect was ordinary people received punishment if they broke rules but these gangs didn''t pay attention. Even police were scared to touch them. Good people always suffered. Sometimes, under a weak system, rules merely constrain good ones.


    "Everyone, please pressure the authority. We really don''t have time. Even the license te is missing. These bastards are already prepared." n told the barrage.


    "Should we follow and inform the police?" Li Bing asked, unsure.


    n shook his head. He didn''t know much about the gangs'' influence but he guessed the dangers. If he followed his wife''s words, they were endangering their own family.


    Perhaps, the couple might be okay but the inw would face retaliation, which was not what the couple wanted.


    [Hey, chase them! We must bring justice. Evil will never win.]


    [Are you three years old, upstairs? Your words are bringing harm to the anchor and his family. What will we do if something goes wrong? Are you going to be responsible?]


    Naturally, there were idiots in the audience; fortunately, sane people made up n''s fan list to refute for him and not bring him additional pressure. There were also some who came up with appropriate solutions.


    "Should I stay here and wait till they disappear, or keep driving?" Li Bing asked again.


    "Just keep driving normally and reduce speed," n advised and sighed, in distress. The happiness of anticipating to meet rtives extinguished. "I just hope my live broadcast can serve as evidence to help the relevant authorities."


    Of course, many fans of his had already alerted the authorities. Calling from different areas stunned the officials. After all, sometimes, the call reaching other provinces for Province Nplicated business.


    However, the emergency call center had to cate its citizens and inform them that they were acting soon. As for how long or would the rescue make it in time, everyone dared not think.


    Also, n''s followers and fame increased with the current video tracking the rare moment, but that was all for thetter.


    Just when Li Bing was about to move, a loud honk red from behind. It was continuous, nonstop.


    The couple was unsure what the vehicle was doing, but it sure was getting nearer and nearer. The two wondered if the driver was staging a rescue but their hopes vanished as they saw it was another van.


    Both went speechless, including the audience on the screen, thinking the gangs had reinforcement.


    While their attentions were drawn toward the source of the horn, probably including the gang''s vehicle, which just carried away the girl, an ear-piercing tire screech rang to the front of their car.


    Li Bing and n, as well as the audience, were curious. The lens and eyes saw another ck van blocking the gang''s vehicle.


    A few less than a dozen ck figures emerged out of the van, rushing toward the gang. They had firearms in their hands. Their movement seemed natural and fluid.


    As the onlookers processed the rapid unfolding of the event, the realization set in when they saw the distinctive whitebel of ''POLICE'' and specialized uniform. The helmets and visors along with bulletproof vests showed they weren''t easy to mess with.


    Li Bing and n pped their hands, shouting¡ªwell done. It''s perfect timing. The audience was also in a simr mood. They were d authorities arrived so quick before they understood the police were already waiting.


    [We''re witnessing the rescue operation with our own eyes.]


    [This moment must enter the world record in public eyes of rescue.]


    [They look like a special team.]


    Boom!


    A loud yet small explosion like a tire burst scared everyone. Li Bing and n lowered their body, only their eyes exposed above the dashboard. However, his phone still stood tall, recording the important moment.


    [Damn! What was that explosion? Is that gunfire?]


    [I don''t think so. It shouldn''t be this loud. Anyone?]


    [Don''t worry, the officer shoots at the tire to prevent escape.]


    [I see, that makes sense. I was so terrified that I almost threw away my precious phone.]


    [Haha! It''s a good time to joke but the girl isn''t saved yet.]


    Soon, a taller one smashed the driver''s window. The shattering sound directly impacted the couple''s ears even if their car''s windows were up.


    A few viewers on the screen noticed the van trying to resist the officers'' capture.


    [Shit gangster! What can you do when you match the real foe?]


    [They still dared to resist in front of firearms. Do they think officers don''t dare to shoot?]


    [Of course, police dare not. They have so many follow-ups and regtions, strictly monitoring them. Fortunately, the act of breaking the window probably frightens the gang members inside.]


    Of course, these discussions didn''t happen at the same time as the rescue process went on but showed upter.


    Soon, the couple saw another breaking the window with a bare elbow to open the slider door and the officer seeded. n only mouthed: "Wow! This one even clears away the debrises hanging with a bare arm. By the way, I heard female voices among the officers."


    "Of course, woman can do the same thing." Li Bing said proudly.


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    n shut up and nodded, no matter how he thought in his mind. People watched a few officers enter the van, which shook its bodyterally. Many eyes imagined the violent scene and heroic rescue.


    However, the view was covered by another van, which was doing the loud honking, stopping behind the suspect''s vehicle, unloading new officers to help.


    Another realization dawned on many people: so, these officers were rushing here by honking.


    After a while, one of the officers in ck tactical clothing carried the little girl to safety. n and Li Bing cheered loudly and hugged each other as if they were the ones doing rescue work.


    Many behaved the same. The online viewers weren''t spared. Those who had no one around patted their own bodies in joy. Humanity surged inside.


    The kidnappers were forcefully dragged out of the van. Their hands bound behind their backs and secured with stic cuffs. Their heads covered in ck hoods. The vehicle blocking the gangs became a temporary holding cell as the perpetrators were tossed inside one by one.


    When two adults hugged with a teenage girl, apuse rang. ''Awwnn!'' fawns after fawns appeared in the broadcast barrage. n and Li Bing sighed in relief and happiness. No one needed to bear the guilt of doing nothing against tyranny, soothing everyone''s survivor''s guilt psychology.


    The celebratory atmosphere was disrupted by the wails of police siren approaching. No one cared as long as people were alive and well. The short rare rescue was staged and recorded.


    This was no drill, not training, but a reality. Even though n had never seen one, he was sure, the unfolded rescue was definitely one of the smoothest and fastest operations, a testimony to the officers'' training and wills.


    [By the way, aren''t these officers familiar?]


    [Now that someone says so, I''m sure that is probably the truth. One thinks might not be urate. But two? I also feel the same, who else?]


    [Yep, we sure know. When it happens because it''s all so sudden, I didn''t realize or have no time. But, the helmet with a visor is a sure tell-tale sign.]


    [Exactly, above, there''s only one unit and the one that is also famous recently in Province N. The brave officers who cracked down on notorious terrorists a few weeks ago, ranking the top in national headlines. They fought fiercely against hundreds and hundreds of criminals upfront.]


    [Woah, then, these guys are amazing. But how on earth are you sure this is the same unit. Helmet with a visor shouldn''t, right?]


    [I think upstairs doesn''t know, armed police and special forces in our country don''t bother to wear helmets with visors like those in Alyssia. They were thought to be bulky andpromise maneuverability, which is a big no-no in a gunfight.]


    [Then, why these unit in front of us wore the visors? Exin, Mr. Expert.]


    [Eh?! How would I know? If I know, I won''t be selling snacks on the street!]


    [Pfft!]


    [What! I''m working honestly and troubles no one. You got problems with selling on the street. Or are you discriminatory?]


    n was immediately powerless when he found his fan fighting again. They couldn''t just stay still for one moment in peace. This time, he didn''t bother to mediate their fight and ignored the gunpowder. He wondered if his soft action might have increased shes within his supporting fans in order to see his consolement.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    Patting his wife, n muttered to continue the journey and was beaten on the shoulder without mercy. Li Bing didn''t hide because the lens was directed at the front. "We are now stuck. The road ahead and behind is blocked. Not to mention, police might require our testimony."

 Chapter 321 Country K in turmoil

    [Fortunately, the ending was good. The girl deserves a happy family.]


    [Yeah. Not everyone who suffers under the hands of gangs has the same luck as her. The special police is waiting for them.]


    [Isn''t it strange, that the police should have acted preemptively, rather than letting the girl suffer?]n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    [Which idiot is above? Are you serious? There can be many reasons and the police don''t have to exin everything. Everyone is safe, that''s enough.]


    [To be fair, I''m wondering what is wrong with this world. There are recently four countries staging military coups within a year.]


    "Guys and girls, my wife and I encounter such an adventure. We''re tired mentally and physically. Please allow us to take a rest. Thank you for your views and good deeds. We''ll see in the next time. Bye!"


    The screen went ck as n closed the live broadcast. But the audience didn''t go away and continued discussing. They forgave and understood n. Anyone in his shoes would be exhausted a bit.


    In fact, the real reason n quit was he no longer desired to mediate between his fans. From the direction of the topics, it appeared there should be arguments soon.


    And his guess was true. The fans spurted out arguments across various topics, never-ending.


    [Exactly, something is really wrong. This shows signs of simr to prior situations before the First World War and the Second World War. Armed race, political instability, and distrust between nations.]


    [Okay don''t fearmonger others. It might just be your thoughts.]


    [Actually, I''d rather believe such premonition than ignore the turmoils.]


    [Come on. Even if you know, what can you do? The fate is in the hands of those big ones above.]


    [Now that we''ve seen regr gang crimes, is it possible the rate of crimes will increase in the future, causing Province N to be the next gang paradise?]


    [Let''s not talk about our country. Our neighbor Country K is in turmoil too. So many protests and outrage.]


    [Yeah, many secrets of corruption and vile crimesmitted by those bastard chaebols are unimaginable. My spine chills whenever I look through.]


    [Yeah, I heard about those poor journalists and righteous people trying to investigate the truth of some serious crimes, brutally murdered and staged as idents. And the officials involved and police who tried to cover up. They should die and be cursed!]


    [That also includes many actresses and some actors being prosecuted by these capitalists. If you don''t know, fine, but once you know everything, it''s never the same.]


    [Yeah poor girls, there are also ordinary girls too. Not to mention there are lists of surviving people who suffered silently and epted the fate of being oppressed.]


    [Well good for them now, ordinary people are united. Nobody wants their sons and daughters to suffer an atrocious future because they attracted chaebol bastards in some way. The power of the powerless became true. Those above fear unity among our ordinary citizens and always seek divisions.]


    [We really have to thank someone who leak everything to the world so much so that those big guys can''t react at all. I suspect it''s a hacker.]


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    [Indeed, it''s a humanized hacker to support people and seek justice. Now, protests have erupted across the nation, demanding justice for all poor souls. There is no cover-up now because they can''t.]


    [I''m sure the current new President favors this situation and will exploit the ferocity to suppress his opponents and cut down those chaebols dragging the country''s destiny. I''m sure something will change because of such unity. It''s time power should belong to the people instead of strong families.]


    Ling Qingyu might not know the extent her act had reached. Perhaps, she somehow guessed the rhythm and did it on purpose. She also had had enough of these rich bastards toying around with poor ordinary people. As for her own Country C, she also suspected not much was different, but the situation wasplicated. More poption meant too manyworks and convoluted rtions stood in her way.


    She also wanted to fish out benefits for herself while she tried to achieve the goal.


    Yang Qingyue ended her call with Ling Qingyu and sprawled over the lounge chair, she bought recently and put it in her office. So much workload!


    Exactly, a few minutester, another phone call came in. Yang Qingyue looked at the screen with a helpless expression¡ªa new number she added recently. It was Su Ruomei''s.


    Well, good for those girls around Ling Qingyu, behaving in the same exact manner. It was hers to wipe their asses.


    She connected the call and asked about the situation. Though Ling Qingyu had narrated everything, hearing from a first-person perspective was more evident.


    Satisfied, she praised Su Ruomei''s and her team''s effort and also warned that they should inform her, next time of every action. At least, ring a call or text a message, so that she could prepare.


    Right now, she foresaw somethinging in her way. Shortly after hanging up, a knock came and someone burst into the room. It was a female officer.


    "Chief Yang, you better see this."


    She remembered once, this girl was capable of directing the arresting teams calmlyst time, though unfortunately, the manpower depleted due to the gang''s ambush, not allowing her talent to disy.


    "Alright, let me see." Yang Qingyue frowned and guessed what was going on. The policewoman showed her phone''s screen in front of her eyes.


    Yang Qingyue eyed the girl for a moment and looked at the screen. Someone recorded the recent rescue operation and it was a streamer. A smile crept up as she watched till the end.


    Su Ruomei''s team''s action satisfied Yang Qingyue, even if she and Cai Ning tested out Ling Qingyu''s guards'' capabilities this morning. Fast, shock, aggressive. Nothing to point out.


    Yang Qingyue understood the operation was out of nowhere and suddenly proposed. No one had preparation. The spontaneous action told many details.


    However, she was curious about where Ling Qingyu got precise intels. She sure hoped she obtained these tools at her disposal.


    "You don''t need to worry. I''ve agreed with their operation. Send in one of our team for investigations and cooperate with the special units. Call Deputy Cai after you get out." Yang Qingyue returned the phone and said. "By the way, any more infos about the gangs we''re investigating?"


    "Um, no chief." The young policewoman straightened and shook her head. "It''s Tiger gang, right? Sadly, we don''t have any further hint apart from the previous crackdown."


    "The organized criminals, that the special units took care just now are from Tiger gang. It seems like they aren''t preparing to stay low. I want more details out of their mouths this time from my team. You have my order from the prefecture-level to fend off obstruction from other departments. If you face difficulties, tell me right away.


    I don''t want my subordinates''petence to be questioned by others."


    "Understood." The policewoman nodded and saluted before exiting the room.


    Another person came in again. It was Cai Ning. She sat down on the chair in front of Yang Qingyue listlessly. "I heard you call me. Is there something wrong? The girl who just left seems really anxious.


    Any big case for our chief to be serious?"

 Chapter 322 Meritocracy? Nearly nonexistent!

    Yang Qingyue didn''t reply and typed something on the keyboard, and clicked the mouse. She turned the monitor for Cai Ning to look. "Watch the video. It just happened, less than 30 minutes ago."


    Cai Ning leaned forward. Her expression turned serious as she watched the kidnapping unfold. As a police officer, her mind remained steady and calm. Her eyes searched for any missing detail that could help the case.


    Her brainid out several ns to solve the crisis. Cai Ning breathed a sigh of relief, seeing Ling Qingyu''s guards taking action. "Fortunately, it''s over. But our work isn''t done. What else do I have to keep in mind?"


    "Alright, we don''t need to care too much except for directing our subordinates." Yang Qingyue smiled and described what she knew so far.


    "So, it really is a war between Sister Ling and Tiger gang. How on earth the two share grievance?"


    "Simple. They don''t. The gang leader''s son assassinated Sister Ling and we know what happened next though we don''t speak." Yang Qingyue continued, seeing Cai Ning nod. "Sister Ling says the guards would be directly taking action against those gangs and tell us to prepare."


    "We aren''t wiping their ass always, do we?" Cai Ning joked.


    "No, they''ll take direct action raids, checkpoints, and send us good intel." Yang Qingyue unveiled everything she had discussed with Ling Qingyu. "It seems like a good opportunity for us."


    "It sure is. Then, allow me to leave, Sister Yang. I probably have affairs to handle after all this." Cai Ning stood up and cleaned the wrinkles, then smiled and left the room.


    Yang Qingyue stayed in a seat as time ticked by, until another phone call disturbed her thought. She pursed her lips and got into afortable position before answering. "Mom, why did you remember to call me?"


    "My lovely daughter, am I the type of person who cherishes work than loved ones?" A mature charming voice teased.


    Yang Qingyueined. "You haven''t call me for more than a week, apart from cases rted to work."


    "Ahem. Alright, alright. Mom is guilty but isn''t she just worried?" Yang''s Mom said in a ming tone. Even from the sound, Yang Qingyue knew she had seeded in embarrassing her mother.


    "Mom, don''t dwindle around. Just shoot. I''ll be honest." Yang Qingyue massaged her forehead.


    "Tsk¡­as a filial daughter, can''t you apany me more? How''s your work?"


    "You should already know." Yang Qingyue replied as she observed the clock on the desk. By now, her mother should have received the news about the rescue operation.


    "I''m pleased that you know what''s at stake here." Yang Mama said. "The heat erupts so much that it rms the capital. Don''t worry about those old hags bothering you, I''ll keep you covered."


    "Thanks, Mum."


    "Well, are you not going to say anything?"


    "Like what?"


    "What''s their origin? I''m really sure they aren''t your city SWAT. I might not have caredst time because I thought they were temporarily regrouped members. Now I can see the organization from their actions." Mama Yang exined her doubt.


    "As always, you have the sharpest eyes." Yang Qingyue sighed, not knowing what to do.


    "Don''t say it if you don''t want to." Mama Yang immediately sensed her daughter''s mood. "But you better be prepared toy out excuses when someone asks why there are no name lists and records of your special unit."


    "Gotcha."


    "And I''ve asked my friends from special forces. They watched the videos again and again and made several judgments. High-level intensity of training can be seen. Strict discipline yet flexible. Superb weapons maniption. I even heard excitement from them, asking me to allow the military to recruit your unit."


    "Ah!" Yang Qingyue was stunned. "This¡­this seems like a big problem." In fact, Yang Qingyue knew their skills but to receive such high level of praise from the military special force members, she never dared imagine.


    "What? Based on your words, the backgrounds appear problematic?"


    "Mom! When can I even hide things from you? Remember your previous promise." Yang Qingyue whined, eliciting giggles from the other side. She rolled her eyes at her mother''s behavior.


    "I''m serious. Will they have an impact on your career?"


    "Will not. I''m certain¡ªI can''t say the reason but I''ll vouch my heart."


    "Girl, you really start to learn to hide things from your mother. Listen, things will get serious. Everyone will want to cut the pies from you. Make sure those guys really obey yourmand and won''t be bought easily by others." Mama Yang warned. Stay connected through empiren/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    "Cut pies?" Yang Qingyue was confused.


    "Everyone wants a capable unit under their control to light up their careers. No one wants to give up. That''s why I ask whether they''ll obey yourmand." Mama Yang showed an example.


    "Then, there''s no need to worry about being bought since they can''t. They did this work because they loved the job. As for money and other treatment¡­hehehe" Yang Qingyue said proudly.


    "Since you''re so sure, then the problem is settled. However, you still have to fight against your superior or other colleagues in your province." Mama Yang said.


    "Who? Themissioner? That old man still likes to rob mine. I thought I gave him a good lesson."


    "Of course not directly but you must remember old people have their own way. They''re more mature in terms of politics and officialdom." Mama Yang said. "Take this as a test for your career. I won''t interfere. You need growth. And don''t think I didn''t help because it''s not just your province that''s reaching out.


    I''ll hold the rest off for you. But you must solve your predicament."


    "Guaranteed to satisfy you, mother." Yang Qingyue replied seriously. "But are their skills worthing that much attention? I''m really puzzled."


    "I have the same reaction as yours initially. Only after experts'' meticulous exnation, I understand that your units definitely deserve such attention." Mama Yang praised. "It seems you''ll walk further than me in your career. Looks like your argument against me to stay in Province N has deep contemtions."


    "That''s for sure. With so many merits, it''s no wonder my promotion is unstoppable. Only through chaos would there be adder." Yang Qingyue replied, despite thinking opposites. She merely sought justice and enjoyment by helping others. However, who made her mother so pragmatic?


    "You, little prick. If not for your mother''s help, can you even rise up thedder at a young age?" Mama Yang chided. "What about those old uncles and aunties, serving for so many years with numerous credits, yet receiving little promotion, Huh?"


    "You can''tpare them with me. I graduated from university and underwent numerous training sessions and workshops." Yang Qingyue disagreed.


    "Hey!" Mama Yangughed as if mocking Yang Qingyue''s simple mind. "Oh! Do you know why you can have such an opportunity? Will the higher-ups above you bother to look at your merits and aplishments with only just you?"


    "Eh, Isn''t it?" Yang Qingyue''s voice turned weak. "I did my best okay. Hmph! Mother, look at my CVs, who can achieve what I did among the police force."


    "Alright, my daughter is the best." Mama Yang stopped the topic. She knew her daughter was aware of the real affair rather than the illusory meritocracy.


    "Anyway, Mom. Thanks for your care. Without you, I might not be where I am." Yang Qingyue spoke.


    "I feel like I''m more energetic!" Mama Yang''s amused tone returned.

 Chapter 323 Missing Ling Qingyu

    "Anyway, Mom. Thanks for your care. Without you, I might not be where I am." Yang Qingyue spoke.


    "I feel like I''m more energetic!" Mama Yang''s amused tone returned.


    In fact, a person like Yang Qingyue would be an eyesore in the eyes of superiors and wouldn''t go much further in officialdom. Yang Qingyue was different due to her family background plus her mother''s presence.


    Humans always build rtionships for the better of everyone. Even if the process seemed unfair like currying favor, it couldn''t be helped. Unless the leaders were machines, emotions still yed a role.


    The banter between the two never changed but as if the bloodline told everyone, mother and daughter indeed shared simrities. Both were more career-oriented.


    Although Yang Qingyue alwaysined, she didn''t me her mother too much. As for her father''s family, she had no words. If there was one, only one thing she detested: too much self-interest as anticipated in the big family.


    Mama Yang ended the conversation. She also had a busy schedule like Yang Qingyue, a deputy minister, Ministry of Justice.


    However, as a mother, even though she said what Yang Qingyue must deal with were tests, she still gave how the politicians might try to y. Yang Qingyue also listened patiently and sighed as she ced her handphone on the desk.


    Scratching the back of her head, Yang Qingyue continued her work. However, not much time had passed, and the office telephone rang.


    Ring! Ring!


    Yang Qingyue sneered. It was supposedly the old chickens she must fight as Mama Yang told. Thendline connection meant official business, likely from department to department or from superior to subordinate.


    She picked up. "Hello."


    "Hello, Chief Yang¡­" Her secretary exined the contact details so that she could be prepared.


    "Thank you. You can patch me through." Yang Qingyue waited for the real deal toe.


    "Hello, Chief Yang. It''s been a long time since we met warmlyst time. I remember our greatest conversation in the teahouse."


    Yang Qingyue snickered silently. Very warm indeed. People nearly pointed the muzzles at each other. If not for sound preparation, whether Yang Qingyue mustpromise or identally died, was the only possibility.


    "Indeedmissioner. Just like ourst discussion produced a positive result, we should meet again face-to-face." Yang Qingyue said.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    "Ahem¡­I sure hope so but unfortunately, the schedule is full."


    Full schedule. The extremely corrupt official had a full timetable, Yang Qingyue mocked.


    "Perhaps, another time. Why do you call me, Commissioner?" Yang Qingyue was always direct. If shepeted with the old guys in speaking style, she would never catch up with her little experience. Not to mention, she felt sick. Being able to converse normally was the maximum tolerance.


    Imagine someone wanted to kill her and she must speak with a smile. Yang Qingyue was disgusted.


    "Hey, I have to congratte your subordinate. Well done. With their presence, people''s safety can be guaranteed." Themissioner replied. "If you have any needs for approval, such as rewarding merits, you can tell me."


    "I''ll have to express gratitude for your favor."


    "By the way, I have investigated your city''s department. It looks like there''s no such group, right? Is it a temporary task force?"


    "Of course, you won''t see them. I have to hide their identities, fearing attacks from the gangs. You know the chaotic rules here." Yang Qingyue answered with an official tone. "For personal safety, we mustn''tpromise this issue, especially for special units. I see them as hope."


    "I understand. But, Chief Yang, with their abilities, they have even exceeded the Provincial level." Experience new stories with empire


    "There is no such thing as levels when serving the country." Yang Qingyue retorted.


    "I must argue, level is essential so that appropriate task is undertaken by relevant teams."


    "Yeah, in that case, my guys are most appropriate to crack down on violent gangs. Within their short formation, they had already damaged a lot,pared to decades of other unit''s work."


    The two argued back and forth until themissioner was naturally defeated but his tone still stated this wasn''t over.


    "You seem to have forgotten something." Yang Qingyue said with a warning tone.


    "I thought we had a deal." Themissioner immediately knew what Yang Qingyue was referring to. "Are you going back on your words?"


    "Of course, not." Yang Qingyue said. "But that doesn''t mean that I have no other news. If I want to, I can and don''t make me flip the table. I have given you the greatest face by ignoring thest facade you made." She really appreciated Ling Qingyu''s intelligencework. So many handles and ck materials, if she didn''t exploit them, her heart would feel suffocated.


    Besides, even though she really desired to throw the bastards to jail, sometimes, it was better to coerce them to her advantage.


    "Well, is there no possibility for me to go further?" Themissioner sighed and asked.


    "You still want to rise? Trying to aim at my subordinates?" Yang Qingyue sneered.


    After a while, Yang Qingyue mmed back the telephone and knocked on the desk with her knuckles. Both broke down and took a step back, managing a superficial politeness.


    Didn''t she know, this old man tried to stumble her in the early days? He wanted to kill like she did.


    Fortunately, she could disgust him because of her strength. Without Ling Qingyu''s help, Yang Qingyue really didn''t have any other option except to paddle across the water as Mama Yang told her.


    Scrolling the contact address on her phone, Yang Qingyue''s hands swiped on Ling Qingyu''s name¡ªLittle Bastard. Somehow, a sense of longing spiraled in her heart but she pushed it back down.


    This guy never ceased to bring peace. Whenever she moved, she brought thunderous style. Even her guards behaved the same. She admitted she had fallen deeper and deeper without realizing it.


    To me her own love? Yang Qingyue could only direct her hatred toward a certain live streamer for destroying her peaceful days.


    Thinking of Ling Qingyu''s n to deal with the gangsters, Yang Qingyue was relieved to merely watch over without too much participation. Her subordinates from the station weren''t capable yet and she dared not risk their lives.


    After all, people must go home someday and spend time with families, which creates an opportunity for criminals to exploit in order to threaten police force. However, Ling Qingyu''s guards had no such problems.


    First, the privacy was secretive enough that only she and Cai Ning knew. Second, based on Ling Qingyu''s protection system and mysterious surveince, she would surely take care of her own employees. Third, even if the gangs knew who were the ones in tactical ck clothing, Yang Qingyue weed these gangsters'' retaliation dly.


    She might even eat popcorn to watch the show with joy. How could she not know the insane defense level of Ling Qingyu''s residence? By the gang''s logic to target, they must aim at a group of militaristic guards.


    Mercenaries, ex-military, strong martial artists. None of Ling Qingyu''s guards were simple. If not for Yang Qingyue personally stopping Ling Qingyu''s ruthlessness, so many burial pits for the gangs might be uncovered.


    Didn''t she seest time, so many people died and those alive became worse than disabled to the point of vegetative states? Though they were heinous criminals, they were still lives in Yang Qingyue''s eyes. Even if she subtly believed they deserved this, she really couldn''t turn her face the other way.

 Chapter 324 A post

    Though Yang Qingyue was personally informed by her subordinates, she wanted to find out by herself. Perceiving through one own eyes and listening to others sufficed a big difference.


    She scrolled the mouse wheel, paying attention to thements. The importance of public opinion mattered what she nned next. Although no one apart from the officials guessed Ling Qingyu''s guards were rted to her, she was curious what the public thought.


    Other than Su Ruomei''s team, videos of Ling Qingyu''s guards in other areas popped up. In time with heated events from a recent livestream video, these also attracted attention. Yang Qingyu clicked on those and saw the sessful apprehension of suspects. There was no thriller, nor excitement, manyizens were searching for.


    However, several teams'' presence rmed the public into thinking another chaotic fight would happen again. This was merely the precursor. Yang Qingyueughed when she discovered these discussions.


    Speaking of, she noticed manyizens'' interest, desiring to know the identity or the call sign for the special units. Hmm, Yang Qingyue was dumbfounded. She had no idea what name she shoulde up. She better discuss this with Ling Qingyuter.


    Apart from those curiosities, Yang Qingyue intended to study public opinion. In chaotic Province N, she better treaded carefully lest she nearly toppled likest time. For now, the people were swaying on her side.


    Indeed, from praising the guards'' capabilities, some had mentioned City N Police reforms. Yang Qingyue was relieved to see her actions weren''t in vain.


    She saw many praising City N Police officers. Under her leadership, the change she brought was so sudden that residents were unustomed to it.


    Searching on Weibo, for more information about her station, Yang Qingyue cheered up. Especially the astonishment of so many patrolling cars around City N, including motorbikes.


    She had to thank Ling Qingyu for these gifts. Crimes went down dramatically to nonexistent data. Who dared tomit crimes, when a police officer can pop up every 5 minutes nearby.


    Most courage brewing inside extinguished with more police presence. Speaking of officer numbers, Yang Qingyue had a headache.


    Perhaps, Province N earned a notoriety making recruitment nearly impossible. If fresh blood didn''t enter this career, it wouldn''t be long before the situation returned to the original chaos.


    Other than eliminating crime rates and improving officers'' status, there were no alternatives. Relying on Ling Qingyu, even though she found no problems yet, wasn''t a great option either, because governance should be based on the public, not the individual.


    Otherwise, the world would soon be run by capitalistpanies. But, she had no other choice if she wanted to end the chaos fast and effectively.


    She wandered across various posts to see what people thought about her. It seemed because the time was short, they doubted her leadership wouldn''tst long before chaos resumed.


    So much confidence in her, Yang Qingyue scoffed and didn''t me much. After all, people were already used to officials striking deals with criminals while those who resisted were eliminated.


    At least, she wasforted seeing ordinary people worried about her safety. Even most politicians and gang bosses wanted her to disappear.


    The prestige and reputation of City N police force ranked the highest,pared with others in Province N. In addition to the reforms, rise in patrolling, and officers leaning more toward serving the public, Ling Qingyu''s suggestion yed a vital role.


    Sometimes, these ordinary people were cute. They easily forgot what happened in the past or selectively attempted. It might be survival needs which made them unable to focus.


    Yang Qingyue didn''t need to try hard except to do her job to raise the entire station''s reputation. Owing to these positive changes, the mayor who had an eyesore because of her, beamed in joyful smiles. He might be expecting a better result next election.


    The greatest gain was from stepping up humanity''s ground. She tasked the traffic police department, and increased their manpower, since she obtained hundreds of motorbikes from Ling Qingyu, to help the people.


    One simple method was to try to clear a traffic jam. Another really effective, which Ling Qingyu''s group vied for, was to escort emergency vehicles, those who needed immediate treatment or so.


    A story captured her eyes. #ThankyouCityNpolice. Possibly a letter of gratitude.


    Interested, she clicked on the post and it was exactly the letter she thought and the story of an event. The writer was a woman, whose father suddenly copsed and called an ambnce to send him to the hospital quickly.


    Even the ambnce faced challenges wading through traffic jams. She skipped the introduction.


    [At the moment when I saw rows of cars in queue, I almost copsed. The worst nightmare for someone who wanted the travel time to shorten.]


    [I thought I was about to lose him. My father was struggling for every second and the paramedics tried to stabilize the situation.]


    [I don''t know what to do. I can''t do a thing. The powerless feeling grudged all over me. My mind couldn''t concentrate when I saw a paramedic step up and initiate CPR.]


    [Seeing my father''s weak body being pressed heavily, my tears shed.]


    [Stuck in the middle of traffic and listening to the horrendous machines beeps, I stumbled my back against the cold metal.]


    [Except for murmuring: Dad, Dad. What could I do?]


    [My father is a professor at University XX. He loves his job. He has taken care of me alone since my childhood. I don''t know who my mother is or where she is. He never tells. He is a great parent for me, regardless.


    Even on a busy day, he always remembers to apany me.]


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    [Perhaps fate answered my call. Angels arrived. I heard someone talking at the front andter discovered, we encountered a group of traffic police officers on motorbikes.]


    [After a while, the ambnce resumed and was escorted smoothly. I saw through the window, how the officers held the traffic at every intersection for a safe passage. I think there were four of them, clearing the paths before we even arrived.]n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    [The journey was the smoothest and fastest. A 20-minute drive was cut to 6 minutes. I didn''t have time to thank them untilter as I rushed with my father on a stretcher. Fortunately, my father made it in time.]


    [Only then, did I have time to look at the heroes who helped our family. We owed our lives to them. My deep gratitude for the men and women, who saved my father.]


    [Thank you, City N Police Department for your service. I''m sure, I''m not alone who received your help.]


    [I''m sorry because I''ve forgotten to ask the officers'' names to thank them properly. Please understand my state of mind, I''m really grateful and forever indebted toward your help.]


    [Of course, I won''t forget our paramedics, who are saving lives daily. Thank you all for your work, for our humanity.]


    Yang Qingyue scrolled to the end. A surge of heat rushed through her body. Though she couldn''t see the real scene, she could picture everything in her mind. Afort to see her subordinates able to provide trust and usefulness. Her eyes moved toward thement section.


    Yang Qingyue: "..."


    As expected!

 Chapter 325 Importance of new blood

    As expected, Yang Qingyue couldn''t help butugh. Some were envious of the residents in City N, while others scorned in a wishful manner, hoping the situation wouldn''tst long.


    Sometimes, people were too fickle. Of course, she also saw meanerments but didn''t mind too much because they weren''t going to affect her work. Only time would tell whether City N was serious in its work to serve the people.


    As for serving the nations, Yang Qingyue scoffed at those words, yed by politicians. Rather than serving nations, serving the people sounded more genuine and realistic. There were rare excuses in the name of serving peoplepared to serving the nations to their interest.


    However, through this post and discussions underneath, Yang Qingyue discovered a seriousck of factors between separate emergency departments.


    From the woman''s description, the traffic officers only found the lone ambnce in the stuck traffic by coincidence. That meant there was no coordination between hospitals and her police force.


    If there was a new system, of coordinating between her task traffic police and hospitals, the travel time would be shortened and the efficiency would be very high. Even without data and research, her brain could already calcte the advantages.


    Well, she wasn''t an expert regarding coboration. She better asked Ling Qingyu for advice and requested new software to upgrade her police station work. Didn''t this goddess have a strong hacker by her side?


    Ling Qingyu: ¡­


    Athena: ¡­.


    A scene where she foresaw, hospitals requesting police escort help to facilitate serious cases and people''s favorability toward Police turning more and more positive, brightened Yang Qingyue''s eyes.


    She decided to force Ling Qingyu. Anyway, if she couldn''t, she just sold herself. Thinking of Ling Qingyu''s favor, Yang Qingyue was also looking forward.


    Vi, Ling Qingyu''s residence. Workspace for the guards as special unit. Inside the office.


    "Ah!" Su Ruomei moaned in annoyance. After her team transferred the prisoners safely, her group members were tasked to write reports.


    Her head almost exploded. And other sisters strongly objected. But their actions attracted weird eyes from the real police officers.


    To hide their true identities and continue working on this loving career, everyone submitted. Currently, Su Ruomei scratched her head, while she typed the words.


    Looking at a little over 150 words, Su Ruomei went speechless. Fortunately, her worries were over after a phone from Athena came in.


    Su Ruomei sold her cuteness and poor ability to persuade Athena to write for her. Afterward, she received an email, a new software just to meet her requirements.


    Stunned, Su Ruomei was lost for words. She had only asked for help and Athena created a new software solely for the purpose of writing. How powerful?


    She raised Athena''s level to godhood inputer. Murmuring several thanks, she hung up and realized, wait!


    Athena called for nothing until she shouted for help. Perhaps, Athena knew her predicament and gifted the necessary steps. If she met Athena again, she must thank her sincerely.


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    With Athena''s new software, her members no longer needed to whine and be dissuaded to do more work in the future.


    Hmph! Sister Yang was too devious. Su Ruomei''sints were ignored. This must be purposeful revenge because they didn''t inform Yang Qingyue earlier. It was their luck to have Athena on their team.


    She quickly installed the software and read the guidelines. Simple, effective, and short amount of time.


    In 5 minutes, she quickly finished the report and checked it double times. After not finding any fault, she uploaded to thework, which was also connected to Yang Qingyue.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    Since they served under Yang Qingyue theoretically, the system didn''t ovep with the police force, which meant they were in a separate department only listening to Yang Qingyue''s orders.


    Before going to the rest of the sisters to inform them of the good news, Su Ruomei recalled the moment when she talked with one of her team members.


    Initially, she scolded the girl for being too eager and careless, breaking the car window with the elbow. She suggested her method was safer and much better. Using rifle''s muzzle''s sharpness to shatter the ss was deemed more appropriate.


    However, her subordinate''s reply brought enormous changes to her original way of thinking. Weren''t they wearing state-of-the-art technology''s armor system?


    There was no danger. Even bullets of heavy caliber couldn''t pierce through the skin. Would a debris of ss hurt them?


    This was exactly the girl''s words. And she was correct. Su Ruomei and the rest, who had more service terms and experience were stuck in the old ideas and never noticed their clothing still gave other advantages till now.


    Being stuck to the old ways would regress abilities and hamper future operations. People must always keep up with the times. Veterans like Su Ruomei and the rest could nevere up with ingenious ideas.


    She understood the far-reaching reasons for Ling Qingyu''s recruitment policy, targeting a portion of thepany''s quota, merely for inexperienced, freshly graduates.


    In the past, Su Ruomei''s quotas for the guards were given to familiar people, whose skills weren''t inferiorpared to hers. The priority was skills and experience, which wasn''t wrong.


    Even the others in the nonbat sector, who were drawn in, were people who had rtionships. Of course, Su Ruomei didn''t run nepotism here. But because she focused too much on capabilities, these veterans might have a hard time adapting or innovating.


    With the girl like above, the process might quicken and help the entire group of guards in adapting. Su Ruomei''s sharp vision clearly saw these benefits. Since the guards'' numbers were already filled with capable and loyal ones, there wasn''t a need to search for more.


    Instead, Su Ruomei decided to take in new fresh ones to keep up with times. d that she made an excellent choice, Su Ruomei hammered her palm and stood up. She wrote her ideas on the memos and went out, not forgetting to help her miserablerades for report writing.


    Her poor junior sister, Jiang Yu must be feeling sad. Thinking of the aggrieved yet cute expression, Su Ruomeiughed aloud in the hall, causing weird gazes tond on her figure.


    Upon realizing her embarrassment, Su Ruomei blushed and choked, forgetting there were still people around. She red at the individuals, memorizing their identities and decided to task them with more patrolling tasks in the future.


    Poor girls didn''t know that their leader wore small shoes just because they weren''t in the right time and at the right ce. In theing days, they would be given daunting and boring tasks.

 Chapter 326 Ling Qingyus inhumane improvement

    Bang! Bang!


    Smoke emitted from the barrel dispersed quickly. Ling Qingyu fired several rapid shots at the practice target. Pouring all 30 rounds in 10 seconds under semi-mode. The holes were on a small red circle.


    It had been more than a month. Time indeed paced very fast. Ling Qingyu should have finished the crash course under Tang Ziyi''s guidance. And she didplete everything but she wasn''t satisfied.


    She trained so much that Tang Ziyi sweated for her. After all, the previouszy Ling Qingyu transformed into a maniac practitioner who didn''t go to work regrly. Even Zhao Xiurongined Ling Qingyu was relying on her too much these days.


    Only now did Ling Qingyu feel more like a real boss than a hard-earned worker. She no longer went to work every day. Thrice a week to show her presence, in case workers forgot about her.


    Most of the time, she read emails, scanned documents, and Athena''s summarized status reports of herpany and the others. In business, there were no permanent enemies, only eternal interest.


    The ones cooperating with her today might backstab her tomorrow. She must prepare always for the worst. Not to mention, Athena''s existence reduced the workload, provided valuable intelligence and didn''t take too much time for Ling Qingyu to personally process.


    Her cheap daughter became a great asset to Ling Qingyu. Nothing could escape her eyes. Well, she had released some more permissions, setting Athena free. Having taught rights and wrongs, Athena should know herself and Ling Qingyu no longer controlled everything.


    Ling Qingyu already considered her secretary as CEO. With the current given yground for Zhao Xiurong to test out and prove her worth, no one should object to Ling Qingyu''s decision.


    Even if she controlled the highest stake and objections were useless, it was better for everyone to smile and shake hands. Poor Zhao Xiurong might be pissed off in the future when every workload pressed on her shoulder.


    Ling Qingyu felt a pat behind and looked back. Tang Ziyi''s split-second weird expression entered her eyes.


    "I think I''ve taught you everything. The rest depends on your practice and durations," Tang Ziyi said.


    "Really, that''s all?" Ling Qingyu disyed confusion. "How about bomb defusion? Computer skills?"


    Tang Ziyi''s lips twitched. What she meant was martial arts, shooting skills and drills, not all of her life skills.


    Perhaps, understanding through Tang Ziyi''s expression, Ling Qingyu added: "You said everything."


    "There''s never an end to learning. You just keep walking and find new paths." Tang Ziyi delivered a philosophical lesson, causing Ling Qingyu''s eyes to roll. "Now, aren''t you going to say what''s on your mind?"


    Ling Qingyu wiped the sweat off her forehead with her arm. During the past month, her talents broadened Tang Ziyi''s horizon. The ability to learn fast was impable.


    From, individual shooting tactics from different stances, emergency drills, and solving malfunctions, to cooperating with team members, Ling Qingyupleted with excellent scores. Tang Ziyi designated her as a qualified operator.


    Ling Qingyu''s martial arts skills upgraded tremendously so much so that even Xiao Yue was suppressed as a sparring opponent.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu tried so hard because she feared the protagonist''s aura. Chosen one would go through struggles and various troubles; there would be no end to disturbances.


    Especially Lin Fan''s existence meant severe dangers. Who knew how many terrorists would infiltrate Province N and wreak havoc?


    Of course, what drove Ling Qingyu to the extreme, was Tiger gang''s n to trouble her subordinates. In a dangerous Province, there was nothing wrong with strengthening herself.


    Learning these skills taught by Tang Ziyi raised her awareness and confidence. She no longer felt afraid when dealing with men, worried that something would break loose and these men used violence.


    Naturally, Ling Qingyu was never intimidated in those negotiations. No one dared to challenge her and resort to violence. But who knew what if? What if someone was like a maniac protagonist, always relying on fists and not brains? What if someone took her hostage and threatened her guards?


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    Although Ling Qingyu understood she was over-worrying, she didn''t want to experience the same powerless feeling as the same night she was assassinated.


    Despite not being the original Ling Qingyu, she was Ling Qingyu; she retained the same memory and emotions. She sensed unwillingness and anger at that moment.


    Nheless, there was indeed a new experience she never looked forward to in the past month. Her monthly Aunt came. Ling Qingyu was initially frightened, seeing blood on the bedsheets until Athena cated after her cries for help, and knew the culprit was menstruation.


    She heard there could be pain and uneasiness. However, no such unfavorable situation urred; Ling Qingyu was as good as new except for the stickiness underneath and being ufortable wearing an extra pad.


    She could jump and continue ying. When she asked Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue, they were also surprised but not too much, allocating the reasons to her special physique. Ling Qingyu knelt down in gratitude to her Sister System. The most troublesome suffering was gone before she knew it.


    For Tang Ziyi''s inquiry, Ling Qingyu merely shook her head. "Don''t mention about it. I just want to be stronger."


    "Alright. I won''t ask if it''s your secret." Tang Ziyi waved her hand. "Or is it because your goal bes further than it used to?"


    Tang Ziyi chuckled and shrugged receiving Ling Qingyu''s dead gaze. Speaking of one goal Ling Qingyu pursued¡ªto build her own harem by defeating General Tang first¡ªshe wanted to test out how much longer before she seeded.


    In the past days, her confidence was extremely high, after Ling Qingyu sparred with Xiao Yue. With her inhumane physique and systematic training, Ling Qingyu fully utilized all her advantages.


    If not for Xiao Yue''s dexterous skillsets and longer practice of martial arts, Ling Qingyu had already defeated the warlord. Xiao Yue used to practice ancient methods and incorporated modern techniques with Tang Ziyi''s input since arriving this world.


    While Ling Qingyu practiced, Xiao Yue also walked further on her path. Even then, Xiao Yue had been suppressed within twenties exchange. Relying on more experience and higher instinct, Xiao Yue made sure Ling Qingyu couldn''t defeat her.


    Nevertheless, Xiao Yue was depressed watching Ling Qingyu catch up easily, andined to fate¡ªwhy did Ling Qingyu gain monstrous talent.


    So, the arrogant Ling Qingyu challenged Tang Ziyi to a sparter on and not surprisingly, she was taught to be a human being. Within three moves in one exchange, Ling Qingyu''s face nted on the floor with an expression of doubting on her life.


    This was impossible!


    Ling Qingyu understood her strength. She experimented on the testing device once, another product of Athena. An average boxer''s punch produced around 770 pounds per square inch or psi. Even Legendary Mike Tyson''s punch could reach 1800 psi.


    When Ling Qingyu measured her strength after undergoing daily body trainings and martial arts routine, the number reached a staggering 2500 psi. That meant her strength was three times that of average boxer.


    Even Mike Tyson would kneel in front of Ling Qingyu in a head-on fight. Of course, the legendary boxer could still rely on skills and experience to tell Ling Qingyu why he held a legendary ce.


    Xiao Yue also tested simrly and reached 1000 psi, which was hell a lot strong. However, facing Ling Qingyu, she couldn''t fight, but fighting never relied solely on strength.


    Even if Xiao Yue was suppressed, she could handle Ling Qingyu easily. Ling Qingyu also felt disgusted sparing with slippery Xiao Yue. Like the title shortie she earned, Xiao Yue moved like a loach.n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    Ling Qingyu''s arms sensed numbness during the spar. Xiao Yue, an expert in ancient way, fully exploited acupuncture points. Every hit Xiao Yue targeted Ling Qingyu''s nervous system systematically. That was also the reason why Ling Qingyu couldn''t use all her strength against Xiao Yue.


    Even if one was stronger, master-like figure should never be underestimated. Ling Qingyu learned another lesson.

 Chapter 327 Tang Ziyi succeeded

    Ling Qingyu understood the oues of challenging Tang Ziyi, a veritable war goddess in her eyes. Even simting fights against Mike Tyson, based on her skills and strength, it was uncertain who beat who, despite her higher chance of sess.


    Knowing the doom results, Ling Qingyu still wanted to test her limit. When she really got in touch with Tang Ziyi, she discovered she was wrong, very wrong.


    She thought she already overestimated Tang Ziyi''s capabilities, but soon knew she had underestimated her. Someone who had been a practitioner since the age of 6 and had more than 20 years of experience was like an adult pping Ling Qingyu as a child-like existence.


    Not to mention, who knew how many years and numbers of life and death matches, Tang Ziyi honed in the pursuit of higher martial arts. Ling Qingyu estimated with her demigodlike strength, she should be able to persevere.


    Tang Ziyi effortlessly broke her offense in one stroke, stunned her in the next one and threw Ling Qingyu onto the floor to eat dirt in the final round. Three moves. No more, no less.


    Ling Qingyu blinked several times, regaining her consciousness. One moment she was well, the next moment she lost connection and flew. Fortunately, the match was private and only Xiao Yue watched.


    Nheless, Ling Qingyu suffered this shortie''s snickers often but was also helpless against the clever warlord. The image she presented toward Xiao Yue vanished.


    In fact, Ling Qingyu remained confused about whether her new strength was an illusion because it appeared Tang Ziyi struck head-on. Force on force.


    The confusion dissipated when Tang Ziyi admitted, that her strength had dramatically risenpared to the original version. She could beat her dozens of original selves singlehandedly.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes bulged in disbelief and her original arrogance of attaining unusual physique disappeared. Perhaps, realizing Ling Qingyu''s state of mind, Tang Ziyi told good news.


    The reason for her sudden gain of strength relied on the secret techniques and practices attained from the ancient tablet, Ling Qingyu gifted away.


    When Tang Ziyi gavefort, Ling Qingyu felt someone was mocking her on purpose. Look you''re very strong; too bad, I''m stronger.


    That was the reason why Ling Qingyu red bitterly at Tang Ziyi, whenever her woman of culture goal was mentioned. The dream she thought was closed at hand flew away.


    She was disgusted with Tang Ziyi, who shrugged back helplessly. Now, she knew the possibility of harem went close to zero again. She regretted giving away the ancient tablet to Tang Ziyi.


    Before Ling Qingyu could make use of it, Tang Ziyi exploited all the benefits. However, it wasn''t without gains. At least, Tang Ziyi showed strengthening physique was possible and her guards no longer needed to worry about their gender issues when dealing with crisis.


    The innate weakness was solved. Although Ling Qingyu knew her guards were capable that outsiders would ignore their gender, she still retained caution whenever she made use of them. After all, in her eyes, they were young women. Real strong and rare ones. They were her precious babies.


    If everyone heard Ling Qingyu''s regard for them, they would copse. They didn''t know whether to love or bully their boss.


    Rted to this topic, Ling Qingyu also must take note of what was happening to her guard units this month. She had no idea what sprouted Su Ruomei to expand the numbers.


    The number had reached an astounding 500 female soldiers. What a mess! Although Ling Qingyu delegated Su Ruomei and told her that even if the number exceeded a thousand, she wouldn''t care and would be delighted instead, that didn''t mean the reality.


    She now wanted to seal her own mouth, speaking exaggeration. Not that it mattered because she really could afford a thousand, but could and should were different for a reason.


    s, since she had spoken, she couldn''t me Su Ruomei except reminding her the current number was enough. The enormous increase in cost didn''t make Ling Qingyu blink. They were like small pebbles in the sea.


    "Hey, don''t worry too much. I have started to configure these secrets in my hands to your subordinates, starting from nutrition." Tang Ziyi said. "In a few months,ter on, their physique will be upgraded collectively. As for the physical cultivation, I''m worried about secrets disclosure."


    "Hmm, I can also see it." Ling Qingyu nodded. "How high can you enhance without disclosing something mysterious to my subordinates?"


    "Based on nutrition and small exercise, a couple ofyers above special force level is easy." Tang Ziyi replied. "But the level is within eptable range of ordinary human beings." Discover exclusive tales on empire


    "s, I have a treasure but I can''t use itpletely, for fear of spreading the secrets to others and endangering ourselves." Ling Qingyu sighed.


    Tang Ziyi rolled her eyes. "Come on, please be satisfied with your guards exceeding the level of special force in terms of physiques. How many people might be envious of you if they know your words?"


    "But we can''t waste the secrets with only you, Xiao Yue, and me." Ling Qingyu muttered. "It''s wasting our efficiency, right?"


    "True. I have a better idea. How about we try first with the guards that you''re familiar with." Tang Ziyi suggested.


    "Who?"


    "The same generation as Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu," Tang Ziyi said. "They are the most loyal. They have stayed with you the longest, both ups and downs, each party helping one another."


    "Yeah, right." Ling Qingyu''s eyes brightened. "It''s a good idea. How about Sister Tang epts more disciples, better for control and cohesion."


    "Your mind always works. You want more junior sisters?" Tang Ziyi teased.


    "Come on. When did I regard you as a master? But if you want a master-disciple taboo rtionship, I''m all ears." Ling Qingyu patted Tang Ziyi''s arm lightly and Tang Ziyi went speechless with Ling Qingyu''s words.


    Please, could you say the sentence with a duller tone and lighterplexion, instead of beaming eyes, lips curling to a smile. Tang Ziyiined.


    "I think you want more sparring sessions, huh?" Tang Ziyi clicked her tongue.


    "Of course, not. I''m not looking for abuse. I''m satisfied with my progress." Ling Qingyu straightened her chest with pride.


    "So, do you agree with my idea?" Tang Ziyi asked seriously.


    "Naturally. They are my trusted aides. If I don''t even trust them, who will? And how could I be a leader?" Ling Qingyu replied. "Besides, add another more, the earliest who joined after Su Ruomei''s generation. You remember those bodyguards with strong martial arts but without military skills."


    "You want to include them too? Aren''t you risking a bit? They might be from Shen''s family. Who knows?" Tang Ziyi frowned.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    "Not at all. We''ve known their behaviors clearly even if the time is short. What''s more,ter on, these girls could bring their family members if they have, nearby. You know the area nearby where construction is taking ce. Very soon, I''ll buy these high-rise apartments as gifts for my workers." Ling Qingyu said.


    "But you are still¡­" Tang Ziyi hadn''t finished yet.


    "It''s worth it. Sooner orter this technique must be spread but controlled by our only force. By the way, I forgot to ask, how much enhancement is the maximum." Ling Qingyu inquired.


    "Not much, except for two to three times."


    "Well, then, what''s the matter with you? Because I''m sure yours isn''t two to three times." Ling Qingyu said.


    "I''m different." Tang Ziyi''s answer was short yet concise. Ling Qingyu understood the meaning and sighed. Perhaps, only Xiao Yue could replicate it.


    "So, there''s no way for immortality?" The quest every powerful person pursues. Although Ling Qingyu wasn''t too keen, no one disliked the possibility.


    "I don''t know for sure. With your physique, who knows what can happen in the future?" Tang Ziyi shrugged. "Maybe our bones will wither and you''ll keep on surviving."


    Ling Qingyu pictured the scenes and her breath congested. She would not be willing to live on if everyone close to her, left one by one. Her mind wouldn''t be able to bear it.


    "Alright, just teach those girls for now. We''ll continue step by step based on the results. You better exin, how the secret works?"


    Tang Ziyi nodded. "As you wish. But don''t be too pessimistic. Given time, I might have a breakthrough. Trust your great luck."


    Ling Qingyu: "..."


    Why bother? The great luck of turning into a woman! And a beautiful perfect figure at that too! Well, except for that, she obtained what everybody would envy. Even other women were jealous of her.

 Chapter 328 New strengthening method

    Ssh!


    Water sprayed over Ling Qingyu''s head. The stters caused by several droplets hitting the ground at different intervals chimed into her ears like music.


    She withdrew her hand from the faucet and put it on the ss wall, allowing water to drench her entire body. Raising her chin, she let the water wash her face, massaging her eyes in the process.


    She was recalling Tang Ziyi''s description of her understanding of the secret cultivation method or so she discovered. Shemented goddess of war''s talent wasn''t for nothing.


    Within a month, a mere month, she found a way instead of a year or more. It seemed the formation of mercenaries could be put forward earlier.


    ording to Tang Ziyi''s words, the cultivation method was simr to the dance form of several exercise sets, each set demanding a high level of strength, agility, and dexterity, which honed her original stats. The demanding requirements meant to finish a set, the exercisers'' bodies underwent enhancement each time theypleted the form.


    If the method was presented like a game screen, Tang Ziyi received +1 in several attributes each time she performed the appropriate dance set instead of 0.001 from normal improvement brought by conventional exercise.


    Moreover, she also surpassed the previous stats, locked for the human body, and made a breakthrough. There were several sets of hierarchies stored in the ancient tablet record after her discovery.


    Tang Ziyi was only able toplete 2 of the 9 stages and understood them. As for the rest, it became harder to solve. But these two stages already pushed Tang Ziyi to a superhuman level that even Ling Qingyu couldn''t resist.


    If ordinary people''s strength meant a value of 10, Tang Ziyi had 40 or more in her stats. However, she had reached the limit because the higheryers were no longer able to be solved and tested by her alone. The speed had stagnated like a snail.


    Tang Ziyi told Ling Qingyu, the difficulty might lie in the universe restrictionw. Ling Qingyu sighed as Miss System popped up and agreed with Tang Ziyi, also praising the war goddess''s keen foresight.


    However, the good news was Miss System didn''t cheat Ling Qingyu this time and even provided some hints. The so-called upper stages and immortality weren''t impossible, provided research kept pace.


    Combined with biomedical and gic experts'' ventures, science could point out a path based on the original sets derived by Tang Ziyi from the ancient tablet.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    As for the process, physical hardening upied a small portion. The real strength gained came from the muscle training. Tang Ziyi''s sets connected all the muscle tissues to connect together and effectively form a natural system that could produce a huge force at once.


    Of course, pushing every muscle to the limit was achieved through thepletion of a set, simr to ultimate resistance training but overall strength increase could be seen noticeably. Stay updated with empire


    The good news was Ling Qingyu didn''t need to fear her figure getting ruined because of the muscles'' improvement. Everything remained the same from the skin''s point of view except the tissues inside getting stronger and harder, and a person''s appetite increased.


    After all, Ling Qingyu also cared about her beautiful body, even if her heart resembled a man. Not to mention, she didn''t want to see her female soldiers, appear like heavy-weight muscr barbies.


    Ling Qingyu paid attention to the advice from Miss System. It seemed she must also prepare to recruit researchers for her future goals. Even Athena''s calction and research ability couldn''t keep up. Besides, Athena leaned toward AI, an auxiliary function, rather than a real scientist.


    Shaking her head, Ling Qingyu threw the hair back, and pressed the temples and neckline. Today, after several days of pestering Tang Ziyi, Ling Qingyu seeded in letting Tang Ziyi teach her the secret. Well, it wasn''t a secret technically but Ling Qingyu didn''t know how to name it.


    There were several forms of movement in each set. A hundred increments in forms every time the level upgraded. A hundred moves in the first stage.


    As an eager beginner, Ling Qingyu attempted under Tang Ziyi''s watch, and copsed to the ground, exhausted and in disbelief. The first dozen moves already caused Ling Qingyu to sweat and breathe heavily. The soreness from the muscle strain made her gasped loud.


    Her body really experienced the weakness she had felt in the past when she first exercised. Ling Qingyu fell to the ground but her eyes were filled with excitement.


    Although it was a long way before shepleted the first set, Ling Qingyu saw the path ahead. It wouldn''t be long before she could surpass Tang Ziyi. She stared at Tang Ziyi fiercely with a glimmer of huge exhration in her eyes. The two exchangedmunications.


    Tang Ziyi: Really! Come on, I feel like a breakthrough ising soon.


    Ling Qingyu: Hold on for me. You can improve after I defeat you.


    Tang Ziyi: In your dream!


    The tension she had in the past days dissipated. No longer was there an urge to strengthen herself. Ling Qingyu vied to improve but she wasn''t in haste anymore.


    Tang Ziyi''s new teaching consoled her fear. A few weeks ago, Ling Qingyu heard from Athena, that a woman was kidnapped.


    At first, Ling Qingyu wasn''t surprised as Province N''s notoriety was already obvious and quickly ordered Athena to send a rescue squadron and informed Yang Qingyue.


    However, Athena stopped her and said she should see it with her eyes. As for why Athena emphasized the victim''s background, Ling Qingyu knew afterward and went speechless.


    Because the woman had some inexplicable rtions with Lin Fan. Athena knew about her ex-fiancee and paid attention.


    When Athena asked if she wanted to help her dad, Ling Qingyu vomited blood. After some exnation and persuasion, Ling Qingyu finally cleared away her innocence.


    The desire to smack her daughter''s head hard was firmer than ever. She now wished Athena elerated her body production program so that she could take action.


    The victim was a widow and had a daughter about to graduate from high school. ording to Athena''s information, the two, mother and daughter, were Lin Fan''s neighbors.


    Ling Qingyu cursed at Lin Fan''s likes. Taking in both mother and daughter, she really looked down on him.


    At the same time, she was envious and sighed. There were already 3 women around Lin Fan and they were targeted. Ling Qingyu blessed for their mental tenacity.


    Ling Qingyu couldn''t ignore the victim and sent her guards but they were ordered to stand by and monitor. Their purpose was to take action only if necessary.


    Afterward, through Athena''s eyes, she watched Lin Fan, beating up the gang members, who kidnapped the widow. Hero saving beauty.


    Of course, in the process of rescuing the hostage, Lin Fan lowered the gang''s guards by stabbing himself, showing his brave and ruthless demeanor, and capturing the widow''s heart perhaps.


    With given opportunity, Lin Fan easily killed the gangs and saved the woman. Later to avenge, Lin Fan requested Lan Xi''s help to clean up the area and took over the area.


    Lan Xi''s area of control expanded and it seemed they were preparing to devour the other gang''s region. Her subordinates followed Lin Fan''s lead and destroyed the area of influence and the two gangs shed. With Lin Fan''s suggestion and tactics, the enemies were abused.


    Using his lover to rescue other women and protect them, what a scumbag, Ling Qingyu scoffed.


    Girls around Ling Qingyu: You seem more like it to us.

 Chapter 329 Tiger gang under fire

    When Yang Qingyue received the notifications, she immediately called the relevant police chief in that area because the location was outside her jurisdiction.


    Bursting into other''s areas of responsibility with her subordinates without alerting was impolite. Fortunately, if things went south, Ling Qingyu''s guards were already ready toe out of the shadows.


    She paid attention to the victim; not the gangs'' fight for territories. As long as ordinary people weren''t hurt, it shouldn''t be toote for the police to act.


    Naturally, she wanted to act but her authority and strength weren''t enough. Let the gangs y around for the while before she struck them in one fell swoop.


    Nheless, this wasn''t the first time, Yang Qingyue had to step upmunicating with other''s jurisdiction.


    Last time, Su Ruomei''s subordinates raided a man with a prestigious reputation as a teacher at midnight.


    There was no time for a search warrant or so. Yang Qingyue only knew the suspect had kidnapped two females matching the descriptions of missing lists two days ago and the special unit detected their presence merely for the slightest moment.


    Looking backward in time, there was no record of the women entering the house. That was the biggest anomaly for Athena. It seemed like the man purposefully avoided several CCTV spots. The victims'' origin also appeared toe from another province.


    The problem arose¡ªthere was no direct evidence to search or probable cause except the guards'' hypothesis. However, Athena''s logic wasn''t without any exnation.


    Since the CCTV around detected the figure in the house, resembling 80 percent of the people on the missing list, Athena pressed up attention and tried to investigate, even resorting to hacking the owner''s electronics and discovering the truth.


    Su Ruomei and the rest of the sisters believed Athena''s statement because all the intelligence she delivered had been proven. None had ever shown falsehood.


    Although they didn''t know the real identity of Athena, they nearly regarded her as a human version god of wisdom.


    Despite Yang Qingyue''s persuasion to hold tight before taking action, Su Ruomei and her team didn''t care because someone''s life was at stake. If they didn''t know, it was fine to do nothing.


    But they knew. That was the problem. Nheless, the following events deemed their decision was the most correct.


    Under the cover of the night, the team chose the most appropriate time when the suspect wouldn''t be around public areas. Illegally searching might be detrimental to their image in public eyes.


    Just when the suspect parked in front of the cars, Su Ruomei''s team members stepped out of the vehicle and apprehended him, who was caught off-guard, eximing innocence as if to draw attention from the neighborhood.


    Despite some eyesid on them, the team continued its action, breaching the door and clearing the house. Inside the basement, they found two women, unconscious, naked and bodies filled with severe wounds.


    No one needed to think more, about what happened to the two female victims, judging from their appearance. Outer injuries could be healed easily and the rescue was on time. The mental damages the victims bear wouldn''t be able to recover in a short time.


    But these were none of Su Ruomei''s team business. They did the real deal. The consequence was Yang Qingyue having a headache to deal with the aftermath.


    Even if the guards sessfully arrested the criminals, their actions were under others'' jurisdiction. Yang Qingyue and the other chief quarreled over the punishment of the guards.


    As allies, Yang Qingyue would defend her group without hesitation. Not to mention, they were in the right. Because of a timely raid, two women''s lives were saved early.


    As time passed, everyone unraveled the suspect was a serial killer, linked to the murders of dozens of women. The case had risen to the national level and must be transferred. The contradiction died down when news leaked to the public, causing outrage.


    The ones who felt the most fortunate and intense were family members of the rescued women. They were relieved and d for the police''s timely action.


    The culprit Athena did a good deed without leaving her name so that the attention went elsewhere. Now, everyone selectively forgot the guards'' misappropriate methods and chimed in praises to take over some reputation values.


    After all, what no other province could solve, had been taken care of easily by the police of Province N. No one would be a fool to raise problems and objections. This was the best moment for a good record in their career. Athena hid her name and facilitated Yang Qingyue.


    Of course, during this month, Su Ruomei''s team and Yang Qingyue''s subordinates targeted the Tiger gang.n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    With Athena''s timely intel, they would arrest many gang members with evidence on their hands, without giving them the opportunity to dispose.


    Caught red-handed meant more difficulty in extracting them out of prison through politics. No matter how much connection and how many handles Leader Hu had, he couldn''t waste his only chance to save his subordinates.


    Even if he made a move, Yang Qingyue had the confidence to catch them again. Besides, no one liked to waste and risk their careers, trying to return a favor or help the gang leader, especially under strict monitoring and the situation without any more room to maneuver.


    His subordinates were getting thinner as more entered the prison. However, the gang boss wasn''t afraid someone would betray him because the desperadoes knew desperadoes best.


    No one dared to endanger their family members. Gangs had no moral codes and since theymitted these crimes before, they knew their boss was also a ruthless character.


    Their mouths remained shut even if they were aware they would spend the whole life in prison. Yang Qingyue''s and her subordinates'' heads became dizzy when tackling such issues. No one confessed to leniency.


    Fortunately, Ling Qingyu would deal with the tiger gang, Yang Qingyue thought bitterly. As police, her hands were tied and it seemed gangsters were more fearful of the same kind than punishments in thew. Funny, was her belief wrong in the first ce?


    Nheless, the pressure kept up. Su Ruomei and her team helped Yang Qingyue in apprehending the suspects. As long as Athena found Tiger gang''s mistakes, the team acted.


    Both Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu were busy this month.


    They had raided several gambling spots and rescued many women from prostitution and sex trafficking. They had seized drugs and contrabands. Any spots rted to Tiger gang were targeted.


    Sometimes, Athena''s intels were ryed to Yang Qingyue by Su Ruomei on purpose. The two cooperated in several sessful operations, even digging out weapon caches, breaking teeth and nails of Tiger gang.


    Naturally, other gangs weren''t spared if they identally entered the eyes ofw enforcement and Athena. Although Athena specifically aimed for Tiger, some things couldn''t be ignored, forcing many gangs to stay low, achieving another short peace across the Province.


    Any moves to hide or transfer away contraband couldn''t escape Athena''s eyes. Even the secretmunication in codes was easily deciphered. Those obstructions couldn''t stand Athena''s carefulputation. Experience new stories on empire


    The gangs were frightened so much so that they believed an undercover was within their team. Or else, how could the police receive exact news as everything they did was on the radar?

 Chapter 330 Supercars reward

    Ling Qingyu also knew what Yang Qingyue and Su Ruomei were up to these days. Even though her participation was from the business area, she listened to Athena''s report.


    Every time, she sneered at Boss Hu''s overreach. Though schr never fought with soldiers, she had millions of method to bury Boss Hu without sound resistance.


    She closed the shower and dried herself, while thinking about the progress of eliminating the feud. Wiping out any remaining water, Ling Qingyu exited the bathroom and sat down in front of the dressing mirror.


    She blow her wet hairline with the hairdryer and wondered what Boss Hu''s expression might be understanding his financial source was slowly depleting.


    Slowly boiling the frog as Xiao Yue strategized, Ling Qingyu did her part. Since Tiger gang''s business were mostly rted to nightclubs, illegal fighting clubs, real estate, and protection money, sheunched multiple attack.


    Yang Qingyue seized any illegal activities. Ling Qingyu focused on real estate. Because her wealth was too huge, she had no worries.


    Those who cooperated their industries with Boss Hu were mostly unclean. However, Ling Qingyu fought in a business manner. As for their crimes, Yang Qingyue would handle themter. Give these bastard some period to avoid startling the snake. The important point was to hit Tiger gang, not others.


    With money, everything could be achieved. She brought huge investment with one request¡ªto suspend any activities with Boss Hu''s real estate. Those who disagreed, received her ruthless move.


    The usual business war. Ling Qingyu made troubles with their stocks or helped their enemies. Sometimes, Athena hacked into their server to freeze thepany''s mechanism. Or if Ling Qingyu uncovered a handle she could exploit, her enemies suffered more.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    As days passed, less and less people intended to cooperate with Boss Hu and his circle. They were left out, bing more and more vulnerable.


    Ling Qingyu stopped thinking. Boss Hu''s demise was already scripted; there was no way out. As she fawned over her beautiful reflection, today''s business appeared in her mind.


    The original HongQipany was renamed into HongQi Spirit Automobile. Because the automobile she owned recently finished overhauling the machines for easier assembly and manufacturing, the industry had produced hundreds of several types of vehicles.


    The only aspect remaining was marketing stage and advertisement. The HR department didn''t need her supervision for such purpose. She had subordinates to take care of them. What was the use of Boss position if she must supervise everything. ns were in motion, such as showing testing videos.


    However, a better way to step up image was to have one''s product, used by officials. She intended to donate and sell some vehicles to the police station across Province N, with Yang Qingyue''s rmendation.


    At least, people trusted police wouldn''t use faulty products and raised the brand image of the new vehicles. Today''s meeting was essential to the n. She was meeting with officials in charge of transportation.


    ording to her vision, Ling Qingyu setup a taxi service privatepany, a new one with the vehicles provided by her own. She already knew the n was a sess when shemunicated with the officials on phone based on Yang Qingyue''s connection.


    Perhaps, the cost might be high in the early stage with low return but Ling Qingyu believed the n was worth it. Within ten years she had confidence to triple the investments. Not to mention, the money was well spent and didn''t really matter, as Ling Qingyu''s wealth was increasing daily because of Athena''s contribution.


    Speaking of the Spirit Electronics, Athena created a lot of applicable softwares, wherever many users needed. In addition to the money earned from the gaming, screen trantion and voice trantion apps received the heat.


    Athena easily created AI system for those applications to facilitate the user, with money charging as little as three dor per month. Don''t think the charging is too low. Sometimes, these little moneybined with huge number of users earned very big.


    All in all, Ling Qingyu spent the time very leisurely without worries of wealth. Furthermore, Ling Qingyu came up additional cooperation with the government, in agriculture sector. Since the original HongQi developed in heavy industries, they already made fame with farming machines.


    With machines on the one hand, and noodlespany slowly transforming to food industry with Wang Xiuying''s and her sisters'' help, Ling Qingyu already envisioned a probableyout. To grab the agriculture market, Ling Qingyu made several steps. She also nned to deliver the necessary equipment to farmer under loan condition or specific request.


    For instance, a certain percentage of the raw materials must be sold to Ling Qingyu''s industry, achieving a proportional monopoly status in Province N and also helping the poorer working ss too.


    She never expected a huge return as long as there was no loss. What she sought was stronger connection and foundation, not the negligible wealth.


    Ling Qingyu dressed up and went to the dining hall for lunch. She encountered her lively sister and her mentor, Fan Xi.


    "Sister, you''re going to work!" Ling Yunxiang eximed in surprise.


    Ling Qingyu''s face darkened. "Well, what''s the matter?"


    "Nothing." Ling Yunxiang replied under the sudden drop in temperature. "I''m worried something happens to you these days because you''re no longer workaholic."


    "Sister Xi, how''s Ling Yunxiang? I hope my sister doesn''t annoy you." Ling Qingyu decided not to speak with her cheap sister.


    "She''s doing pretty well. She already has talent and foundations. It''s just a bit green in the circle. But I can assure you, her state is really the best among neer." Fan Xi''s reply brought Ling Yunxiang to puff up her chest.


    Ling Qingyu and Fan Xiughed and shook their head at her childishness. "I really hope so. She never ceases to let other worry about her." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Don''t worry this time, no one can stumble her again likest time without any reasons. We have a team and you." Fan Xi thought Ling Qingyu was afraid the same event would ur andforted.


    "I heard you, two, will leave soon?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "It''s been more than so long staying here. Even if I don''t want to leave and immerse in enjoyment, we still have a life to carry on." Fan Xi replied.


    "It''s true, just inform me a day or two before leaving," said Ling Qingyu.


    The three discussed entertainment topics after the meal before Ling Yunxiang dragged away Fan Xi and hopped onto the new sports car.


    The new sports car belonged to Ling Qingyu, which she gifted away to her little sister. It was an additional reward from Miss System based on the results she achieved during the fight against the gangs.


    Based on Miss System''s report, she did several good deeds in the process, saving multiple people from bad fate and punishing the evil. So, Ling Qingyu''s garage was again now filled with 20 different models of supercars, but she wasn''t happy.


    She could buy them with money, why bother? Miss System seemed to have be stingy. Would the sky lit up if the rewards were Cruise ship and aircraft?


    However, Ling Yunxiang was delighted, driving around each time with different car, apanying Fan Xi to scurry around Province N and showing off.


    Despite vtile situation, Ling Qingyu allowed Ling Yunxiang to travel around, naturally under the monitoring of her guards. She couldn''t restrict someone''s travel for so long. Besides, she trusted the capabilities of her bodyguards and Athena. She had promise her sister''s request to travel together tomorrow. Fan Xi and her secretary would also participate in the trip. Your next chapter awaits on empire


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu entered her usual transport, Bentley and drove to Zhao Xiurong''s location, her originalpany. Before leaving her residence, Ling Qingyu saw two newly arrived helicopters, the same model, but she wasn''t able to ride one yet.


    As always, Miss Tang had obsessive disorder to modify machines. Unless she finished her modification, they were out of her reach, including Ling Qingyu as a boss. As for the model, Ling Qingyu didn''t understand apart from metallic beauty she fancied.


    Ling Qingyu reluctantly left her residence and suppressed her desire. On the way, she was naturally escorted by her guards'' vehicles. She couldn''t help when the enemy''s number one target was her.


    Even if she destroyed Tiger gang, she would always take a cautious mindset, rted to her securities. She only had one life and she cherished it, particrly when she had died once.


    When she arrived at the workspace and entered the office room and saw her secretary scratching her hair, Ling Qingyu felt guilty, especially the feeling increased when receiving Zhao Xiurong''s silent stare with pouting lips after she noticed her presence.


    To cover up her mood, Ling Qingyu cleared her throat and asked. "Is there anything on my face?"


    Zhao Xiurong nodded. "Sister Ling looks more radiant and energetic than me."


    "Ahem¡­Sister Zhao, are you sure? I feel like I lost weight, thinking of new ideas." Ling Qingyu stroked her chin.


    "I wish you finish your idea ande back to take over your CEO position." Zhao Xiurong sighed.

 Chapter 331 President Zhao

    "Why? It''s a promotion, isn''t it?" Ling Qingyu said with guilt.


    "I would rather stay behind the scenes and help you than do what you do." Zhao Xiurong replied helplessly. "And I didn''t earn enough, right?"


    "Your shares aren''t your wage?" Ling Qingyu joked.


    "That''s different. It''s a reward, not sry." Zhao Xiurong was not to be outdone.


    Ling Qingyu rubbed her nose and spread her hand. "Sister Zhao, I know how hard you work these days. It''s because of your effort, I can expand my empire. But I''m serious about my promise. You will soon take over my position."


    "Do you really trust me that much? I don''t think I can handle everything myself."


    "Come on, Sister Zhao. You''ve been my secretary for a long time. What''s with this unconfidence?" Ling Qingyu said. Your journey continues at empire


    "It''s isn''t about confidence issues. It''s just that I can''t believe you have faith in me." Zhao Xiurong shrugged.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om


    "If I don''t even believe you, who else can I believe in mypany?" Ling Qingyu replied.


    Zhao Xiurong stared at Ling Qingyu''s eyes. Though the time didn''tst long, her lips curled up and turned into a smile. Zhao Xiurong nodded imperceptibly and teased. "I hope my sry increases and not work tirelessly for two months while my boss hangs around."


    Ling Qingyu looked up at the ceiling, ignoring her secretary''s me and realized the rtionship had gone closer. Perhaps, her psychology of putting up a fence against everyone must have been felt by Zhao Xiurong long ago.


    There was nothing wrong with distrust, but no one liked to be put in a boundary. Even though Ling Qingyu never disyed such behavior, Zhao Xiurong could sense it through energy or smell it, with her judgment.


    Sometimes, in life, not even daring to take the slightest step because one didn''t want to risk it meant being a loser. It was a matter of time before life defeated one. For Ling Qingyu, if she dared not trust even the closest person, worrying about her decision, she better farm instead of building her business empire.


    "Ahem¡­I''m also improving in other essential areas too. I''m not beingzy." Ling Qingyu defended herself and stepped forward, hugging Zhao Xiurong''s arm.


    "Whatever, but you cannot leave me alone." Secretary Zhao smiled and continued her work. Ling Qingyu didn''t disturb her since someone knew better than her. Even if she didn''t n to delegate her position, she would do the same.


    She took a chair and sat down beside, arranging work and serving Zhao Xiurong like a secretary would, causingughter.


    "I wonder if I record this rare moment and share it with my colleagues to let everyone see how our infamous boss is serving me. Ah¡­What a bliss." Zhao Xiurong acted like in cloud nine.


    "You''ll be famous for sure but those poor sisters and brothers will work overtime." Ling Qingyu spoke like a domineering CEO, her finger lifting Zhao Xiurong''s chin. "Of course, woman, you''ve also attracted my attention. You''ll discover the ultimate punishment."


    "I don''t want to be a Cindere." Zhao Xiurong smacked away Ling Qingyu''s hand gently and sighed. Her weird eyes showed unsure movement, raising concerns in Ling Qingyu''s mind.


    "What''s with your looks?"


    "Are you flirting with your secretary?" Zhao Xiurong clicked her tongue; her eyes back to the monitor.


    Ling Qingyu''s back was instantly soaked with sweat. She gulped and checked Zhao Xiurong out, only to be relieved after seeing her secretary not paying attention. "Of course, dear. How can I resist a beauty with mature charm and elegance? Only fools would give up tond a hand on you."


    "As long as you''re happy." Zhao Xiurong massaged her forehead. "In fact, I''m d to see you''re getting more energetic and vibrant. I don''t know if I feel wrong, you don''t seem to care about money as before."


    Ling Qingyu sighed inwardly,menting Zhao Xiurong''s carefulness in social affairs, as expected a secretary with high expertise. "Well, I discover, that letting go sometimes works very well. But my desire to step up thedder hadn''t disappeared."


    "That''s a relief to hear your ambition." Zhao Xiurong nodded. "I thought the infamous President Ling had disappeared and it would be a pity for us, women."


    Zhao Xiurong now clearly noticed Ling Qingyu had transformed into a new self. The original cold beauty had more smiles and delicateness to her closed ones.


    There was no longer the feeling of chasm separating between the two during theirmunication as before. Could a near-death experience really change a person so much?


    Perhaps, Zhao Xiurong thought and shook her head. Ling Qingyu must have been happier because of her mother''s recovery.


    As a personal secretary and close sister, she knew Ling Qingyu''s mother''s issue obviously and understood a miracle was extremely hard toe by.


    But it did. Although she had no idea how and why, her mother already told her Ling Qingyu''s mother had fully recovered. It was good news indeed, sublimating Ling Qingyu''s mentalities and her outlook on the world.


    The ancient statement of a cmity bringing great fortune seemed true in a sense. Ling Qingyu nearly died but survived strongly and returned with a greater force.


    "Don''t pity me. You would soon inherit the title, President Zhao." Ling Qingyu teased and walked toward the ss table in the center of the room. "It''s time to eat, Sister Zhao. I''ve brought lunch for you from home."


    Zhao Xiurong''s eyes followed Ling Qingyu and saw her opening lunchboxes. As soon as the lid opened, the delicious smell wafted straight into her nose. A mere aroma rose Zhao Xiurong''s appetite.


    Since staying with Ling Qingyu, Zhao Xiurong''s taste in food and desire had changed. Even Mama Zhao reacted the same. She even maliciously wondered if Ling Qingyu had a conspiracy to control her through foodie behavior.


    Ling Qingyu spread out and ced a piece of clothing underneath separate boxes to avoid spilling and dirtying the table. She walked toward the tableware area.


    In her office, there was also a small separate kitchen, where she could reach out for tes inside the shelves above. Even though she rarely used these rooms because Ling Qingyu regrly ate lunch outside, since Ling Qingyu hired the chefs, she would always bring food from her home to eat and Zhao Xiurong would helpy out the tes.

 Chapter 332 Zhao Xiurong choked

    Ling Qingyu picked up a dish and brought it back to the table. She scooped up the rice inside one of the boxes and put it on the te. Arranging everything carefully so that Zhao Xiurong just needed toe and eat.


    Ling Qingyu tucked her hair behind, careful not to spoil the food. Perhaps, her OCD aspect came into y again; Ling Qingyu continued cing the dishes in several neat and beautiful orders until the picture satisfied her.


    Finished, Ling Qingyu rubbed her hands and asked: "You haven''t eaten anything yet. Why not have a meal inside your stomach? Working for so long without anything inside isn''t good for your health. Don''t pressure yourself too much. I''m always behind you, Sister Zhao."


    "Sister Zhao?" Ling Qingyu tilted her head and saw Zhao Xiurong, staring at her with her mouth agape. Despite having some guesses, Ling Qingyu asked. "What''s wrong? Aren''t you feeling well?"


    Ling Qingyu''s inquiry awakened Zhao Xiurong from her dreaming state. She stared at Ling Qingyu withplex eyes and stood up.


    Watching Ling Qingyu prepare everything for her made Zhao Xiurong absolutely stunned. The original character of a resilient and strong leader was nowhere to be seen.


    She had never seen Ling Qingyu being so gentle and considerate, contrasting the cold goddess that threw people miles away. Where had she ever seen Ling Qingyu acting like a beautiful virtuous wife?


    Somehow, Zhao Xiurong felt shy, seeing Ling Qingyu''s change in aura. Patting her cheeks, she said with an envious tone. "Sister Ling, I''m getting more and more jealous of your future husband. He must have saved the universe to gain your love."


    Ling Qingyu almost flipped over the table. What saving universe? It must bemitting too many crimes that she would torture the one who dared to have an idea of her.


    Wrinkling her brows, Ling Qingyu said helplessly. "Stop kidding around, Sister Zhao. I won''t get married. If I''m to marry, I will only marry you as a wife" Ling Qingyu winked at her secretary.


    "Well, it seems not bad to have a boss as a husband." Zhao Xiurong fought back and took her seat. "Thanks. Today must be my luckiest day to see you in a different light."


    "Sister Zhao will see more and more in theing years." Ling Qingyu stroked Zhao Xiurong''s chin and said.


    "Bah! Get off. I''m going to eat; don''t make me blush and ruin my appetite." Zhao Xiurong pushed away Ling Qingyu''s hand and replied.


    Picking up the spoons, Zhao Xiurong began to eat, squinting her eyes as soon as her tongue sensed a great taste. Ling Qingyu watched with smiles on the side and walked toward the chair, Zhao Xiurong sat before, after seeing her secretary eating with relish.


    Scrolling a few times on aputer screen, Ling Qingyu read everything to gain what was going on in herpany. Even though Zhao Xiurong reported the summary to her daily, experiencing firsthand was always better.


    "Hmm, Sister Ling, is there anything wrong?" Zhao Xiurong asked while she chewed down the food.


    "Nothing wrong. I just want to read quickly. Careful with the food in case your throat gets stuck." Ling Qingyu replied and continued reading. "I still have a business to do. You know, a meeting with some officials."


    Seeing Ling Qingyu sigh and shake her head, Zhao Xiurong was puzzled. "You don''t want to meet them?"


    "Who wants to meet and talk with old men? It''s better to spend time with our morous secretary." Ling Qingyu said.


    "Pfft¡ª" Zhao Xiurong choked and coughed. She patted her chest, trying to swallow.


    Ling Qingyu was frightened by her reaction and quickly came beside her. She firmly struck Zhao Xiurong''s back. "There, there. Don''t panic."


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu reached for a ss cup nearby and poured the water in, then gestured Zhao Xiurong to drink.


    The water alleviated Zhao Xiurong''s ufortable state. A few more coughs and everything was fine again.


    "You scare me, Sister Zhao. How can you have a low tolerance?" Ling Qingyu asked seriously.


    Zhao Xiurong rolled her eyes and poked at her boss. "Don''t you have any idea what you just said?"


    "What''s the matter? I''m telling the truth. Staying with you for a minute makes me younger by a year." Ling Qingyu said.


    "What a glib tongue. I never expect our President Ling can be coquettish." Zhao Xiurong smiled and clicked her tongue.


    "Well, I can be more if I need to be." Ling Qingyu crossed her legs and sat astride Zhao Xiurong''s seat. She no longer had the desire to delve into thepany''s affairs. "Take it slow. I won''t talk anymore."


    Zhao Xiurong blushed and continued the meal. Silence prevailed and Secretary Zhao''s cheek reddened, under Ling Qingyu''s leer. "Can you not look at me for so long?"


    "Ahem¡ªour secretary has a day she is shy." Ling Qingyu teased and stopped staring, ying with her phone to pass the time.


    15 minutester. "Alright. I''m done eating. Thank you, Sister Ling. You should go what you''ve already nned."


    "Well, okay. Don''t pressure yourself too much." Ling Qingyu nodded and left behind her chic back.


    Leaving herpany, Ling Qingyu drove to the municipal building to meet a relevant official. Heck, so much parking space yet wasn''t allowed to parl, Ling Qingyu cursed inwardly.


    Ling Qingyu called the one she wanted to meet and informed her difficulties. Not a momentter, she and her bodyguards'' vehicles were allowed in. In addition, the other protection teams were in covert cars around the perimeter outside. Ling Qingyu was definitely protected more than required.


    Thinking of the arrogant security guards who were immediately deted after her phone call, Ling Qingyu sighed. Why bothered?


    It was good to do your job properly but you still wanted to oppress others with your little authorities. Sometimes, she even wondered if her pity for those guys was appropriate.


    Ling Qingyu met the official she had nned and shook hands with him. An older man around his sixties, with grace and fervor.


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    "Ms. Ling looks as beautiful as always." The man praised.


    Ling Qingyu was rolling her eyes inside because most women liked someone cheering up for their beauties but that didn''t include her.


    "I take care of myself more than others. You must be exaggerating but thank you." Ling Qingyu replied politely.


    "Please have a seat, Ms. Ling." The man straightened his arms over the sofas in the center. The two sat opposite. "Would you like any refreshment?"


    "No, thank you. Please don''t bother about it. What do you think of the idea I talked about?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Well¡­" The man was a bit confused at Ling Qingyu''s directness. He had never dealt with such a personality. Straight to the topic. A new experience.


    "It''s an eye-opener but won''t some of them be a little redundant here." The man asked. In fact, Ling Qingyu''s investment in transportation didn''t bring many benefits except check and bnce the otherpanies, but he couldn''t say it outright.


    Ling Qingyu''s aura still pressured him a lot. Her name wasn''t gained for nothing. Only after speaking with her face-to-face, the man realized how powerful this woman really was.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    Ling Qingyu''swork and capability frightened the man despite his peaceful outer appearance. He didn''t want to lead his career to demise.

 Chapter 333 Negotiation terms

    "I understand your apprehension. There''s no need to care about offending me. Please do tell me what you have in mind." Ling Qingyu said.


    The man pursed his lips. Only a fool would believe a woman''s words, particrly a rare woman who excelled in politics and business. Well, that applied to every gender but men always thought women should be like this.


    "Then, no offense please."


    "None taken. I can solve your worries and work out a solution together only with conversation." Ling Qingyu said.


    Since Ling Qingyu already spoke out, it would be impolite for the man to not reciprocate. The two discussed and negotiated the terms.


    The problems posed by the officials were nothing in Ling Qingyu''s eyes except for her immature experience regarding transportation affairs and likely old ancient antiques unwilling to breakthrough new ideas and innovations.


    Ling Qingyu boasted the taxipany and buspany, public transportation service, she envisioned and intended to invest in were all-electric, adhering to the green policy, that countries all over the world were walking toward.


    Well, Ling Qingyu understood fully electric vehicles still had weaknesses¡ªinsufficient mileage, unreliable source of fuel, higher risk of catching fire, and affecting the area grid system. Thest factor emerged when a huge number of people used electric cars and the district or provincial grid system could no longer sustain enough energy without affecting other users.


    But since everyone was hopping toward green, Ling Qingyu must not be left behind in apetitive automotive industry. Although the current research was still far from par with Ling Qingyu''s ideal goals, Tang Ziyi and Athena had worked out quite well.


    Both of them had innovated several new designs and given these important blueprints to the HongQi Industry, Ling Qingyu owned.


    Since every important data was disyed, the factory technicians could easily manufacture the necessary items. The technology level had been rapidly upgraded. CEO of HongQi had a beaming smile, already visualizing his hard work''s sess in the future.


    Of course, what Ling Qingyu and the official were discussing didn''t include technological aspects, but rather what benefits she could bring. It was simr to advertising.


    She had repeatedly promised that the municipal government needed to do nothing except to give a green light.


    Starting from buildings, she would rent them for theing employees. Vehicles would be provided by HongQi. Even the fuel she could buy the resources from government businesses.


    Although she had said all-electric vehicles, the process couldn''t be as fast as her speech. A proportion would use EVs, while the rest continued conventional fuel. Gradually, she could transform the vehicle into an EV again.


    Ling Qingyu''s project meant a big revenue for the government and as the official who rmended, his benefit wasn''t few.


    Because Province N was a bit back in timepared to others, the buses in use were from the 1980s or 1990s. With Ling Qingyu''s intervention, thetest bus model to raise the public image and attract tourism was highly possible. She could directly improve the transportation standard of Province N.


    Yet, this old man still disyed hesitance. Ling Qingyu was getting more and more annoyed. Benefits! He wanted more. How could Ling Qingyu not see his hidden agenda?


    If Ling Qingyu was ordinary and without cheats, she must really give in for future wealth. Nheless, the current Ling Qingyu had a huge potential, one no one could predict.


    Despite being agitated, Ling Qingyu didn''t fall out. A temporary loss was nothing to her as long as everything she did could shorten her pace on the road to greatness.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes were a little cold and the man noticed her slight disgust but bit his teeth to not give in.


    A mocking smile appeared on Ling Qingyu''s lips. The saying birds died for food and people died for money seemed very true. They really disregarded everything so long as the benefits overwhelmed them.


    Finally, Ling Qingyu presented the final offer of further road infrastructure investments, even connecting viges far away from the metropolitan area and the two shook hands. Ling Qingyu already gave away 30 billion yuan.


    At least, Ling Qingyu didn''t suffer too much. The money spent would soon be gained hundredfold a couple of yearster. Of course, Ling Qingyu would surely reciprocate being cheated on but not now.


    "Happy cooperation, Ms. Ling. It''s a pleasure meeting you. I''m sure, the government will give a green light as soon as possible." The man smiled brilliantly.


    I hope you can still smile and survive a few yearster, Ling Qingyu thought. Since offended, it would be impolite not to return the favor. She was great at wearing small shoes.


    On the outside: "It''s a pleasure indeed. Mister really thinks everything for the people. I''m sure ordinary citizens like us will be happy to have you as our official." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "You''re overpraising. I do what I must for the people."


    "Well then, Sir. I''ll take my leave. You don''t need to follow me; I don''t want to disturb your work." Ling Qingyu stopped him from following out.


    "But I must insist Ms. Ling. I must not chill the heart of someone who contributes a lot to the society."


    Ling Qingyu chatted some other topics and waited to see if there would be any extra news in the circle. Until reaching the parking lot, the two parted ways.


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    Ling Qingyu walked toward her car, without changing her expression till she reached inside.


    The moment she closed the door. She took in a deep breath to calm down. Old one were spicy as ever. Tapping on the steering wheel, Ling Qingyu''s eyes were out of focus.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    Not for long, she started the engine and drove toward Yang Qingyue''s ce. She must find her love to heal her fragile heart. As for that old guy, let him survive a little longer.


    Ling Qingyu nced at the clock. 3 p.m.


    The oral agreement took an hour to negotiate and it was with Ling Qingyu''s giving away several benefits. She wore Athena''s ss again.


    "Athena, find out everything about that old man, who just talk with me."


    "Everything? Mom?"


    "Everything starting from his birth. If he is kind enough, I''ll show mercy. If he isn''t and exploits his power or his mindset always bullies the weak,¡­hmph."


    "Got it! Mom¡­.it''s done." One second had passed and Athena finished the task. "Do you want to see it now? I can summarize what he has done"


    "Not yet. Remind me againter when I''m free. For now, let''s go to your Aunt Yang''s location. I wanna take a rest, why don''t you drive the car for me?"


    "Yes, Ma''am." Athena''s voice brought chuckles out of her mouth.


    Ling Qingyu released her hands from the steering wheel and adjusted a rxed posture, humming musics, departing from the municipal building.

 Chapter 334 Meeting with fervent fans

    Ling Qingyu opened her eyes after seeing the car slow down and begin to move front and back. Well, Athena parked the vehicle in one fell swoop. One positioning and one reverse, done.


    Looking outside through the window from inside, Ling Qingyu knew, she had arrived at her destination.


    Thinking of her previous behavior of falling asleep, which she didn''t intend to do, Ling Qingyu smiled wryly. Fortunately, her windows were tinted, making it hard for outsiders to see.


    Otherwise, people might have heart attacks, seeing someone driving the car without controlling the wheel. Particrly, the case could be serious when they saw her gender.


    Female drivers were renown for being fierce and relentless. If they didn''t want to stop, nothing could stand in the way.


    Jokes aside, Ling Qingyu somehow had absolute trust in Athena. She thought she had sworn in her previous life, never to ride on an autonomous vehicle. People indeed changed with time.


    Ling Qingyu opened the door and stepped out with her heels first. As soon as a pair of high heels touched the ground, showing her smooth calves, all eyes were on her.


    A beautiful woman driving a luxurious Bentley, disyed her wealth and status. She would attract everyone''s eyes no matter the location.


    Ling Qingyu turned Athena''s sses into a sunsses version to hide her identity and exited the vehicle, walking toward Yang Qingyue''s workce. Gasps ensured as the background seemed to eclipse under the goddess''s shining light.


    Her strides exuded strength and heavy momentum, making people automatically disperse, paving the path.


    She had to walk a little beforeing in front of the station because she fell asleep and Athena didn''t want to disturb her mother.


    So, the Bentley was parked outside at the relevant spot near the pavement. Every time, she remembered Yang Qingyue''s station building situation, her lips twitched.


    The modernized huge t filled with ss walls around the perimeter obviously highlighted its grandiosity. However, the building was situated around the residential areas where other apartments were only separated by streets and avenues.


    Why not have arge area ofnd with the building in the center? Ling Qingyuined. Even the cars were parked at the three levels underground. She suspected whether her donated vehicles might have upied the entire space.


    In fact, Ling Qingyuined without knowledge. Arge t ground with an iron fence around the perimeter, which appeared to stand directly opposite the station, provided ample space for storage functions and parking area¡­etcetera.


    This area also belonged to the police station. Besides, as a prefecture-level police station, apart from being responsible for the specific city, they wouldn''t handle emergencies everywhere daily.


    The entire force might only react if a violent case requiring special treatment urred or a dangerous threat emerged.


    Of course, the reality was that not enough funding was avable or the upperyer put the wealth into their pockets. Things would change in the future but how long had the reform begun?


    Ling Qingyu med wrongly.


    The officer standing guard noticed Ling Qingyu''s entry and was about to ask the conventional phrase¡ªhow may I help you?


    Ling Qingyu took away the spectacles and showed her face, before hiding again. The officer brightened his smile and gestured in. After her generous donation, officers at City N police station recognized her and worshiped her deeply.


    They were now her die-hard fans. After all, who wouldn''t be happy with their sponsors? She provided several chariots, money to buy necessary equipment, and raised their standards. Who would refuse their benefactors? It was their utmost discipline that they didn''t fawn over her and acted like servants to cater to her needs.


    Nodding her head in a polite response, Ling Qingyu walked forward. The door slid open, automatically and she saw bustling scenes of people, murmurs and sometimes shouts of conflicts.


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    Her eyes captured officers intervening the people in arguments who were about to break into a fight.


    Well, she thought those scenes shouldn''t appear here, right? They should be in a township station, wasn''t it? Was her assumption wrong?


    It seemed like even the officers serving as receptionists were busy. Picking up the telephone and mming it back. Greeting and interacting politely with the citizens in front.


    Ling Qingyu walked toward the policewomen gossiping and gathered in an area where it was specifically stated¡ªauthorized personnel only.


    Seeing Ling Qingyu''s figure getting close to them, one of them smiled and stood up. "Miss. Only authorized personnel are allowed here. I''m sorry for the difort. But if you have question, you can ask, I can help you."n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    "No, I don''t mind. You, girls, are doing your work." Ling Qingyu replied and removed the sses.


    "Ah! Ms. Ling. A rare visitor. We''ve been looking forward to seeing each other again." The girl shrieked and closed her mouth in excitement, looking around in guilt of disturbing order and attracting unnecessary attention.


    However, the noise level was way high given several people already arguing. Her sudden increase in voice didn''t appear strange.


    The rest of the policewomen behaved the same. Their fierce gaze even overwhelmed Ling Qingyu''s tolerance, causing her to cough to regainposure.


    "So, does it mean, I can''t enter the building?" Ling Qingyu pointed her finger toward the entrance.


    "Of course not. Rules are dead and it''s totally fine as long as you didn''t look into secrets and mess around, which you won''t, I''m sure. Not to mention, I''m sure everyone will throw a wee party if you inform us before."


    "I promise, I won''t touch a thing. And I''m not interested." Ling Qingyu shrugged. She was telling the truth. If she wanted, one word to Athena, everything would be unveiled.


    "We believe you." The girls nodded without hesitation making Ling Qingyu speechless. How much did they idolize her to this point of fervor? Ling Qingyu felt a little guilty taking advantage of their emotions. Fortunately, she wasn''t doing anything bad and perhaps because they were aware of her character, they had no intention of guarding her.


    "It seems like a busy day. I remember people rarelye to the station. What''s going on?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Indeed Ms. Ling. Since the special unit took over more dangerous and violent cases, our hands became free. Maybe the public is beginning to have a good impression of us, we now have to deal with so much nonsense on a daily basis. Like the couples who are arguing about who''s cheating." One of the policewomen summarized and exined.


    "Well, that''s a new gossip, right?" Ling Qingyu joked.


    "On the first day, it seems so. Later, hearing repetitive stories, my ears are dull." The policewoman spread her hand, showing helplessness.


    "I never expected to witness the awesome moment when I came to prefecture level station. If I didn''t know, I would have thought, we''re at the market."


    "So, Ms. Ling is here to visit our chief?"


    "Well, that''s true. I have something important to discuss with her and to visit her in the process after not having met for a while." Ling Qingyu answered.


    "May we know what the discussion''s going to be?" The girls raised their ears after one of them inquired.


    "It''s not a secret anyway. I''m thinking of anyck you might be facing. It''s also for this reason, I didn''t inform and enter by myself to see the reality."


    "Ms. Ling is a good person. She''s always thinking of our welfare. Compared to other rich people, whose noses are so high and condescending to the public servants like us, you''re a goddess." The girl praised. "In fact, we''re doing fine, Ms. Ling.


    Please don''t overspend your wealth because of kindness. It''s actually the responsibility of government, not yours personally."


    "Don''t worry about my issues. I''m a businessperson. I know the risks and investments. I know where topromise. I have a sense of measure." Ling Qingyu leaned forward and patted the shoulder of the policewoman who had just spoken. "Besides, we reside in the same prefecture.


    At least, I don''t want to hear you suffer because of insufficient funds and equipment."

 Chapter 335 Canteen idea

    "You''re definitely our benefactor and our goddess." The young policewoman squealed.


    A mature one beside her asked. "Ms. Ling, it''s great to have you on our side. Should I inform our chief of your arrival?"


    "Hmm, don''t. I''m making a surprise one to spook her on the desk." Ling Qingyu said in a funny manner.


    The four policewomen giggled. "We''re envious of your close rtionship. How do you two meet?"


    As expected, the gossip came but Ling Qingyu smiled with a finger on her lips and simply said: "Secret!"


    "How selfish!" The girls whined.


    "Speaking of your chief, has she eaten lunch?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    The girls exchanged nces and shook their heads at the same time. "Not that we''re aware of. We haven''t seen her leave the building yet since this morning. So, we don''t think she has eaten yet."


    "How about you girls?"


    "We did half an hour ago."


    "What? That''s stillte, right? Don''t tell me this happens regrly." Ling Qingyu frowned. "It''s an unhealthy lifestyle. They might not show up in the beginning but the way you hurt your bodies will suffice in the future. You''re destroying your originally strong and healthy bodies."


    The girls shrugged. "We can''t help it. The work is busy and the free time is very short. Furthermore, the nearest ce to eat is a 30-minute walk. And Chief Yang might be more busy than us."


    "Howe they aren''t very close to your station?" Ling Qingyu was curious why no one opened a restaurant. The business was guaranteed to boom with regr customers from the police force.


    "There are but these were all light snacks."


    "I see. Why not order takeout?"


    "Frequent takeout is also unhealthy, not to mention the packages are in stics. Of course, the main reason is it takes too long to receive your food and sometimes because of emerging cases, the food has to be left behind."


    Ling Qingyu nodded imperceptibly and knocked her nail against the desk surface. Soon, she called Lin Xiao to ask if she could still deliver lunchbox for two portions.


    She was relieved to hear a positive answer and hung up the call. She made another call to a good restaurant, ordering fried rice and potato chips for everyone in the station.


    "How many staff are here?" Ling Qingyu asked one of the policewomen, who also widened her eyes, knowing fully well, what Ling Qingyu intended to do. "Don''t be in a daze. Someone is waiting."


    After receiving a number, Ling Qingyu finished ordering and noticed the four policewomen were looking at her withplicated eyes. "What''s wrong again? Don''t worry about the stic"


    "Hey¡­We don''t know what to say except thanking you in ce of the entire station." The mature one said.


    Ling Qingyu waved her hand nonchntly. "Forget about the formalities. Take it as a treat for my good mood. I had a sessful business deal this morning. I want to increase my good fortune."


    "Ms. Ling. You''re doing too much that we felt we owe you more and more."


    "Since your Chief Yang takes care of everyone like close ones, I''ll treat you the same as a friend." Ling Qingyu didn''t say¡ªYang''s subordinates were also hers, because differentiating sses in a conversation might be offensive even if she spoke the truth.


    Knowing Ling Qingyu was trying to y down, the girls returned to normal banter and cooperated. Anyway, they had already nned to tell everyone about Ling Qingyu''s gifts.


    In fact, they were thinking too much. Ling Qingyu initially didn''t have such a n but when she informed her butler to bring two lunchboxes for Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning, she realized leaving nothing for the rest wasn''t a good disy.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    Although no one had the right to say against her or judge her behavior if she did nothing, it was still an impoliteness on her part.


    Ordering food for everyone also didn''t cost too much for Ling Qingyu and she gained additional favors from the police officers.


    "Oh yes. Now that we were talking about food, I have an idea." Ling Qingyu said. "I intend to set up arge canteen area, just for everyone so that you can eat a sumptuous meal and a healthy one too."


    "Is Ms. Ling serious?"


    "I''m serious. I don''t want to hear in the next decades, that someone I know suffers stomach cancer or simr diseases." Ling Qingyu replied.


    "Well, it''s an excellent idea but we don''t have the power to decide." The mature policewoman answered.


    "I know you don''t. I''m discussing the usibility of my idea." Ling Qingyu said. "The main doubt I have is whether there''ll be an avable floor for a canteen."


    "The building is mostly upied. We do have an open space in front of us where Ms. Ling''s idea cane to light. I''m not sure what you think."


    "That open space belongs to you?" Ling Qingyu asked in doubt.


    The policewomen nodded and Ling Qingyu pursed her lips. "In any case, it''ll take a while before my idea cane true. I''ll discuss with your chief for details."


    "Yes, Miss. It''s better than talking with us. Our brain can''t think more rted to your idea. I''m sorry, we cannot provide the necessary help."


    "Please, stop saying like this. You, girls, help me a lot. How wouldn''t I know of eating problems if I didn''t speak with you." Ling Qingyu pretended to scold them in a light tone.


    "Hehe."


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes, seeing them giggling at her fierce expression. "Alright, can one of you apany me upstairs to meet with your Chief Yang."


    "It''ll be my pleasure." The mature one spoke fast, drawing jealous eyes from her colleagues. "Please follow me, Ms. Ling."


    "Thank you." Ling Qingyu replied and looked at the rest, saying goodbye. "Bye. We''ll talkter then."


    The two left theining group of policewomen behind. Two policemen barged straight toward them; Ling Qingyu and a mature policewoman dodged to the side.


    The female officer didn''t forget toin. "Why are you in a rush? What happened?"


    "Ah, Sergeant Mi, you can scold uster. We have a case to solve." One of the two policemen didn''t even stop and replied.


    The other halted his footsteps and apologized. "I''m sorry, we got a call for help to rescue a cat. I''ll be leaving."


    "Isn''t that supposed to be the job of a fire department?" Sergeant Mi pped her forehead and asked but no answer came as the two men were out of sight.


    Ling Qingyu and Sergeant Mi exchanged weird nces, until the mature female officer coughed and excused herself. "Perhaps, fire department is currently busy."


    "Or maybe our city is getting better and better." Ling Qingyu smiled.

 Chapter 336 Technie Ling Qingyu

    While Ling Qingyu and Sergeant Mi left, the discussions among the three policewomen hadn''t ceased yet. Women''s gossipy nature returned.


    "Is it just me that I discover Ms. Ling and our Chief Yang have something inexplicable between them?"


    "In what way? As closest friends, acting toward each other like sisters is normal."


    "No, no. Something is very wrong. I can say it for sure. I suspect the two have an unusual rtionship."


    "You must be overthinking. Stop reading light novels on the inte too much."


    "Well, I can fairly say for 70 percent Chief Yang and Ms. Ling must be a couple. How envious of the two, a power couple."


    "Don''t talk about it too much. Perhaps your GL favorites must have made your mind crooked."


    "No, sis. The opposite sex is for lust. Same sex is for true love." The policewoman who was shipping for Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue opened her arms and dered proudly until someone swatted her head.


    "Stop your bullshittery."


    "En, okay. How about I try to love you and we''ll investigate what the future will hold for us." The same policewoman kneading her head stared at the one arguing with her with loving eyes.


    "Okay. We''ll try as you say. Satisfied?" The one being targeted shook her head and replied. "My little girl, you''re always thinking weird kinds of stuff with us. Don''t let them interfere with your work."


    "Yes, big sis! Don''t worry about that."


    One thought the other was teasing her while the other was actually serious. In fact, a female officer shipping for a lesbian couple had fallen in love and was trying to test out her colleague.


    "That bastard Sergeant Mi took away our idol. She is quite fast." Aint came.


    "When she got back, we must bully her till she begged for mercy." The three decided together.


    "Don''t forget to ask for Ms. Ling''s autograph. A pity we forget to request when the real person stayed in front of us."N?v(el)B\\jnn


    "Yeah, we must punish Sergeant Mi for a reckless decision, without considering our participation!" A female police officer waved her fist.


    "Agreed!"


    Unknownst to Ling Qingyu, the group she had left behind was dreaming of obtaining her signature and one of them even had the same goal as hers, Ling Qingyu carried on the conversation with Sergeant Mi on the walk, to prevent boredom.


    It was usual question back and forth, asking about the day, the job, the sry, and family, if conditions permitted.


    Ling Qingyu''s momentum waspletely different from before. She now had no fear of walking alone without protection. Of course, police station was considered very safe but her previous visit inside the municipal office, dealing with men didn''t even pose any worries to her.


    Perhaps, the prior Ling Qingyu might easily feel threatened and would never go alone, in spite of any official meeting, without her safety guaranteed, like having her securities close to her.


    After being trained for more than two months by Tang Ziyi, Ling Qingyu had transformed. Even without her guards'' presence, she had no fear traveling alone, although this action was advised against because Province N wasn''t safe in the first ce.


    However, Ling Qingyu''s change in inner heart was very obvious, particrly for herself. With strength came confidence. She could easily fend off against any attackers in closebats, including gunfights. Naturally, she would be helpless if a sniper len aimed her head from a hidden spot but that was why she still had guards and Athena monitoring her perimeter.


    A strong warrior in the light could never defeat an enemy from the dark because everything became toote. Julius Caesar, the legendary figure, died under the hidden dagger. Not from stray arrows, not from cavalry charge, but from the unknown.


    Anyway, the important point was her fragility had disappeared. That altered her attitudes toward others, especially men. Not stereotyping but violence came most from them. Even if she was a male in the past life, she also guarded against men most of the time.


    Now, the guard still existed but it was no longer a wall. Her own capabilitybined with her subordinates'' work ensured the strongest defense as envisioned by her General Tang.


    Ling Qingyu''s temperament exuded a fatal attraction to both sex, as a result. Her original femininity, with the addition of masculine energy, enhanced her allure.


    Sergeant Mi, like the rest who had nced at her, also found Ling Qingyu enchanting. Most attributed the feeling because of Ling Qingyu''s perfect gorgeousness as a goddess. However, it was the temperament that drove everyone crazy and itched their hearts.


    The cold air that put off fence and deterred guest exhibited sexiness in the earlier days no longer revolved around her. Yet, the current coldness had something a little warm entuating Ling Qingyu''s grace as a woman.


    Depending on Ling Qingyu''s mood, her grasp of showing power had improved. Sergeant Mi, walking alongside, noticed something amiss. She sensed dangers from the seemingly weak woman.


    Although Ling Qingyu was originally a dangerous character based on the methods andplicated nning she coulde up with, Sergeant Mi believed the ice goddess before her eyes had ability to defeat her easily in a physical fight. Howe?


    What a weird energy, Sergeant Mi thought, disbelieving her intuition and regarding it as illusion after regrly eatingte. It seemed she must retain healthy lifestyle.


    Unaware, the female sergeant beside her had decided to fix her routine because of her temperament, Ling Qingyu disyed a warm smile when she saw the officer staring at her.


    Sergeant Mi blushed and coughed in embarrassment. Ling Qingyu was stunned and chuckled afterward, satisfied with her demeanor. Now, she could also kill girls too, like Tang Ziyi.


    Sure enough, Tang Ziyi kept secrets.


    Tang Ziyi: OvO


    In addition to her psychological and physical strengthening, she never fell behind equipmentwise. The simple business clothing and decorations she wore today was filled with sophisticated technologies.


    Including the windbreaker she had over her office suit could easily withstand impacts from high-speed projectiles. The shirt and the skirt she had were bulletproof.


    Since Tang Ziyi''s introduction of special material, Ling Qingyu took the inspiration and applied the fabric technologies in the her clothing industry.


    The sessful prototype belonged to her solely. As technology matured, Athena kept developing the best for her personally, though sometimes Tang Ziyi came and robbed her property.


    Instead of other famous brands, Ling Qingyu used her own now. They provided protection and another life assurance. She had already nned to create another department with these innovations, aimed at the riches who were always worried about their safeties.


    Soon, Spirit Beauty & Clothing Co.Ltd would enter the eyes of the elite and herpany would enter another prosperous stage in the near decade toe. She was confident her product wouldpletely suppress the other manufacturers with new security service.


    So, what else did Ling Qingyu need to fear, when she was fully equipped. In addition, the ne she wore was also another invention by Athena to track her location and state.


    Not to mention, she still wore a bracelet, belonging to the immortal inheritance despite its lost in original function. The space ability meant she could store weapons, in case of an emergency. In short, Ling Qingyu was more safe and secure than ever, and armed to the teeth in a seemingly weak outer appearance.

 Chapter 337 Ling Qingyu is a philosopher?!

    As Ling Qingyu followed Sergeant Mi''s guidance, showing around where and what the officers were doing. Of course, those weren''t meant for secrets. She had left out the important rooms and Ling Qingyu understood, without having any emotions.


    After all, even if the police officers were friendly to her and she treated them well, secrets and boundaries must be there. A rtionship wouldn''t work without those.


    Before reaching the destination, Ling Qingyu stopped and Sergeant Mi also stopped as well. Her face showed embarrassment.


    Ling Qingyu paused for a while before motioning Sergeant Mi to continue and the two resumed their footsteps.n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    The reason why Ling Qingyu stopped in her tracks was the harsh scoldingsing from one of the rooms. In any case, military and police culture remained the same of scolding their subordinates, since the groups weren''t corporate culture from the beginning. Find adventures on empire


    However, Ling Qingyu disagreed with the idea of scolding and expressing abusive remarks, even if the receivers were subordinates or nothing of value.


    Didn''t she know, that most of the ones who scolded others would fawn a false smile and praise the powerful to curry a favor so that their path toward the higherdder became easier?


    She knew. She understood but that was part of the society. Many people and great legends tried to change but to no avail. At least, it wasforting to know such behaviors were patronized and thrown into a hidden rule instead of being supported by the public in the light.


    Shaking her head, Ling Qingyu asked: "Sergeant Mi, what do you think of the man''s behavior?"


    Sergeant Mi smiled and shook her head without saying a word. How dared shement on what the superiors did?


    She didn''t want to leave a handle that might cost her career and be an eyesore to the people above.


    Although Sergeant Mi knew Ling Qingyu would never speak about her words, it was better to leave nothing rather than at the mercy of others.


    Ling Qingyu understood Sergeant Mi''s behavior and didn''t change her opinion about the female officer. As a sergeant, there was no way the policewoman could ignore the rules in officialdom.


    "Personally, I have never scolded my workers, even if the reason for dissatisfaction lies with employees'' condition." Ling Qingyu continued her monologue while Sergeant Mi perked her ears. "First notification and warning of their progress with elements of teaching. Second warning if it happens again and shows some dissatisfaction. Third, get out."


    Ling Qingyu: "Of course, in the police force and military, we can''t equate everything. But you get my meaning."


    Sergeant Mi nodded. Ling Qingyu''s words were the utopia in a workspace. She had no idea whether her words were true but Ling Qingyu had no reason to lie to her.


    However, it seemed strange, the frightening Ling Qingyu was actually better in treatment regarding her workerspared to other hypocritical businesspeople.


    "However, I seemed to have heard the ways generals encourage their soldiers. Someone famous, I don''t remember who, since I don''t pay attention. I''m making youugh¡­Ahem. Treat your soldiers as sons, and they''ll give everything it takes in return."


    Ling Qingyu said sons because most if not nearly allbat units were males. Of course, there were always exceptions. Like one general in French Foreign Legion was a female. She had fought alongside men during the Second World War, escaping from encirclements numerous times.


    Not sure if such characters still existed in this world, Ling Qingyu knew these types of people would be present all the time, even if they were under different names.


    "Well, it''s true. By your logic, scolding harshly isn''t a good way to solve problems in military and police." Sergeant Mi added.


    "Of course not. Haven''t you heard of a saying¡ªspare the cane, spoil the child?" Ling Qingyu asked. "I''m not encouraging using violence but we need a measure to remind people that there are consequences for bad choices and bad deeds. Otherwise, no one will have a long memory."


    "It''s true. I have a headache with my daughter." Sergeant Mi shook her head wryly. "Every time, I said something harsh, she would sneak away and bring an educational paper, stating no violence against children every time, making me, blue and speechless. She even threatens to call 110."


    "Pfft! I would say she''s a clever girl to grasp a big handle." Ling Qingyu joked. "How old is she?"


    "6 years old."


    "Woah! I never expected you to have a child a long ago." Ling Qingyu was amazed. "How do you manage your career with families? No offense, but I never expect you to already have a child. You look so young."


    "Thank you, Ms. Ling." Sergeant Mi was happy inside. "But my daughter is the best. Though she''s naughty at times, I find her very cute."


    h¡­h¡­h.


    Ling Qingyu listened to Sergeant Mi''s words without boredom. Sometimes, hearing stories from ordinary people was part of life.


    "Ahem¡­I''m sorry. I talk too much, Ms. Ling." Sergeant Mi blushed. Ling Qingyu didn''t care. Motherhood energy was always the best.


    "Why do you think scolding is bad in the workce?" Sergeant Mi asked curiously.


    "It''s exactly an example of bad leadership, most of the time." Ling Qingyu sighed. "For instance, in most cases, leaders scold their subordinates to lessen their guilt or they don''t want to bear the heavy pressure and let it out to the surroundings. You might have experienced them and felt puzzled, wronged because you''ve done nothing wrong."


    Sergeant Mi reminisced about some past events and nodded.


    "A true leader will never pass on the stress he or she bears. They are more like mentors, passing on experiences and guidelines." Ling Qingyu continued. "The top-to-down, passing on pressure, usually found in corporate culture is very unhealthy for employees'' mental state. In fact, instead of scolding, showing disappointment and how much you expect from your subordinates usually work like a gem."


    "Why do you think your subordinates cherish and respect you? It''s not fear, not coercion; it''s a mutual advancement and cohesion as a team."


    Sergeant Mi also patiently listened to Ling Qingyu''s thoughts. She never expected a cold ruthless businesswoman to be a philosophical thinker. Her psychology almost copsed as her view had now turned upside down.


    At the same time, she sighed Ling Qingyu''s sess wasn''t without reason. The ability to leverage people to her will and her understanding of human mentality was in her traits. Despite negative descriptions in public, for instance, Ling Qingyu''s deeds were feared by many in her circle, Ling Qingyu did extremely well for her employees.


    As a police officer, Sergeant Mi found Ling Qingyu showed favors toward them and had no right toment on Ling Qingyu''s fierce reputation


    "We''ve arrived." Sergeant Mi pointed at the open door. "The door on the right belongs to our deputy chief, Cai Ning. I''m sure you''ve known her."


    "Well, indeed. Sister Cai usually visits my home with your Chief Yang." Ling Qingyu nodded.


    Perhaps, Cai Ning noticed someone observing her and turned her head. She saw a female sergeant apanying a woman in civilian clothes, drawing her interest. Hmm, this woman seemed simr. Wasn''t this one Ling Qingyu?


    Ling Qingyu waved her hand and smiled, not forgetting to remove her sunsses. She pointed at Yang Qingyue''s room to tell Cai Ning about her purpose.


    Cai Ning, holding her phone with her shoulder while her hands were grappling around, nodded imperceptibly and continued her work.


    "Thank you, Sergeant Mi. I''ll knock the door myself." Ling Qingyu said. "It''s tiring for you to help me and listen to my rubbish."


    "Of course not, Ms. Ling. I learn a lot from you. I really do. Then, please excuse me. I bet the girls on the ground floor might be speaking behind my back if I don''t return." Sergeant Mi smiled and walked away.


    "And I''m hundred percent sure these girls will tter you." Ling Qingyu chuckled and knocked the door.


    "Come in." A short silence before an ethereal voice uttered from inside.

 Chapter 338 Whos your husband now?

    Ling Qingyu twisted the doorknob and entered. Her eyes tried to find Yang Qingyue''s figure. A set of furniture was seated in the center, to entertain the guest.


    In the corner near the ss wall, covered by the curtain to shade sunlight, Ling Qingyu found a busy figure, scribbling on the desk.


    Ling Qingyu''s lips curled up and she closed the door behind, locking it. A click ushered like a hammer, Yang Qingyue paused and reached out her hand under the desk at the same time as she looked at the intruder.


    After all, no good person would enter one''s room and locked the doorway. Only malicious person would act in such a manner.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu naturally saw Yang Qingyue''s reaction and coughed. She knew her lover was dead serious. Yang Qingyue was obviously reaching for a gun, possibly concealed and holstered under the table.


    "You''re not going to kill your husband, right?" Ling Qingyu teased.


    Yang Qingyue''s tense muscle rxed instantly, hearing the voice and seeing Ling Qingyu with her eyes. "You scare me."


    "Howe? This is the safest area." Ling Qingyu shrugged.


    "You don''t understand. There''s no definitive range for corruption. Who knows someone has been bought to kill me?" Yang Qingyue sighed and said.


    "Well then, I''m sorry to frighten you my love." Ling Qingyu said.


    Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes. "Toote for that. You mustpensate me."


    "Naturally, what do you need? Weapons? Vehicles? Helicopters?" Ling Qingyu tapped her chin.


    "...¡­"


    Yang Qingyue was speechless. She suspected Ling Qingyu spoke on purpose to irritate her. Was she that type of woman who sought benefits by taking advantage of love? Hmm, though a bit, Ling Qingyu mustn''t state it too obviously.


    And what the heck Ling Qingyu meant by weapons? Well, she forgot, Ling Qingyu''s guards were armed and self-sufficient. Ling Qingyu''s powerful machine rivaled or even surpassed Provincial power.


    "I seem to want nothing when you speak this way." Yang Qingyue replied. "Wait a minute. I just realize¡ªwhat do you call yourself?" Yang Qingyue''s cold eyesid on Ling Qingyu.


    "Hmmm¡­ Husband?" Ling Qingyu froze. "Am I not?"


    "Why not me?" Yang Qingyue was curious to hear Ling Qingyu''s answer.


    "Well, I''m the most provider so the title suits me." Ling Qingyu was proud of her words.


    Yang Qingyue''s eyelids twitched. "But you never won me in our duel."


    Ling Qingyu blushed, recognizing the reality. The duel, they were talking about referred to lovemaking. It couldn''t be helped her strong physique had a major weakness of being too sensitive.


    "Who says I lose? It''s just me being more considerate of my love." Ling Qingyu lied without hesitation. A shame she always lost but she didn''t think it was her incapability; it must be her softheartedness toward close ones that was interfering.


    "You sure, Sister Ling?" Yang Qingyue smirked.


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes. It didn''t matter whether she was above or below, so long as the two could enjoy the ultimate bliss. Nheless, Ling Qingyu sighed in dissatisfaction against the two''s progress.


    Both hadn''t pass thest stage, still limiting to physical touch and kisses. Otherwise, Ling Qingyu guaranteed she could proveter who was stronger.


    No way in hell could Yang Qingyue''s endurance and stamina kept up with Ling Qingyu''s. Moreover, in this month, she and Yang Qingyue sadly hadn''t dove deeper because of work schedule and pursuing certain goals.


    "Why don''t we try out? We have our time to test the results." Ling Qingyu shrugged.


    "Is that the reason why you locked the door?" Yang Qingyue turned her gaze toward the entrance and looked strangely at Ling Qingyu as if saying she was really a pervert always thinking about explicit stuffs. "I thought there''s something more important."


    "Nothing is more important than being with you, my dear." Ling Qingyu walked closer, stripping off the windbreaker covering her body and threw it onto the seats behind. She took a slow pace, menacingly over the Police Chief.


    Yang Qingyue gulped and leaned back. Though she had confidence to suppress Ling Qingyu in terms of skills before, why did the current Ling Qingyu appear scarier than ever before.


    But she was already sitting and had nowhere to hide. Her back against the soft cushion as Yang Qingyue helplessly epted Ling Qingyu sitting astride on top of her.


    Perhaps, she might not be too resistant to Ling Qingyu''s approach at all and was stumped on the seat, thrilled yet terrified. The imaginary scene of being encountered by her subordinates and losing all her face scared Yang Qingyue.


    However, in the blood rushing moment before it ever began, her heart thumped with excitement.


    Ling Qingyu brushed her knuckles gently over Yang Qingyue''s cheek, bringing tingles and short small gasps.


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    As soon as Yang Qingyue''s defense fell, Ling Qingyu exploited her open lips. The kiss didn''tst long before Ling Qingyu withdrew, staring into Yang Qingyue''s watery eyes.


    Cupping Yang Qingyue''s exquisite face, Ling Qingyu kissed again, this time with more fervor and passion, and a little aggression.


    Ling Qingyu enjoyed Yang Qingyue''s cute reaction, entangling tongues as if to suck away all the remaining vitalities.


    When Yang Qingyue''s hands moved, Ling Qingyu immediately grabbed both of the wrists and locked them above Yang Qingyue''s head.


    "What''s the matter?" Yang Qingyue was stunned.


    "I like to discover what it feels like to force on an officer." Ling Qingyu whispered near Yang Qingyue''s ears, causing chills and pleasurable shivers down the spine.


    Goosebumps appeared on the neck. Didn''t know whether Ling Qingyu noticed Yang Qingyue''s mood, she licked the delicious whitened skin before savoringpletely with her lips.


    Moaning Yang Qingyue tried to resist to take back control but to no avail. She was astonished, in the midst of love exchange, Ling Qingyu''s strength was so terrifying,pletely day and night from what she knew previously.


    Ling Qingyu dragged a pair of Yang Qingyue''s hands behind her back, arching the beautiful body backward and making the chest more prominent.


    Ling Qingyu freed one of her hands and ced it on Yang Qingyue''s left breast. Covered by uniform and bra underneath, the hand couldn''t sense anything but continued to stroke, pressing and brushing, in rhythm to the kiss.n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    Yang Qingyue sank deeper in the sea of pleasure. Her mouth upied, her chest being yed, her thighs pressed by Ling Qingyu''s weight, her hands locked behind, Yang Qingyue was powerless but she instantly realized Ling Qingyu used only one hand to restrain hers.


    When she struggled again, Yang Qingyue''s eyes widen and her mouth even cried in dissatisfaction because she couldn''t free herself. What a monstrous strength?


    Although Yang Qingyue didn''t utilize her full force and her faulty position also couldn''t generate enough strength, from her observation, Ling Qingyu didn''t burst out her entire strength.


    Ling Qingyu''s expression remained stoic and rxed in contrast to her wrinkled face when Yang Qingyue fought back.


    "Now, you understand, who''s your husband, my wife?" Ling Qingyu murmured between her breaths and kissed Yang Qingyue''s chin, cheeks, forehead, even eyebrows, lightly as if in awe of a gorgeous artwork.


    "You better release me now, Ling Qingyu!" Yang Qingyue hissed in protest. "Else, you''ll be left out cold in the future. Do you dare..hmm..."


    Ling Qingyu shut Yang Qingyue''s mouth and nibbled on the lips.

 Chapter 339 Interrupted again!

    Of course, Ling Qingyu must never let Yang Qingyue finish her words. She couldn''t bear to imagine the lonely cold life without Yang Qingyue after having gone through the blissful pleasure.N?v(el)B\\jnn


    She utilized the ultimate tools to seize the initiative and let Yang Qingyue more emotional. Having been together for numerous times, Ling Qingyu knew exactly where to hit the points and in what order.


    The best way was to ignore Yang Qingyue''s threat and continue. Ling Qingyu did just that.


    Ling Qingyu unbuttoned the three top ones of Yang Qingyue''s blue shirt and extended her hand through the open cor.


    She immediately felt the warm temperature and the sumptuous weight. Woah, this girl wore a ck bra that could be taken off from the front.


    Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue. Hearing this response, Yang Qingyue blushed more, her cheeks ripened as if fumes of smoke was about to explode. She knew what this bastard meant.


    However, the moment this bastard''s hand unbuckled the bra and touched her skin, her body shook. Yang Qingyue suffered shortening breaths and her nasal sounds seemed to appeal to the beast in front of her.


    When Ling Qingyu squeezed and fondled, kneading the on her chest like a dough, Yang Qingyue could no longer restrain her moan.


    As Ling Qingyu continued to explore Yang Qingyue''s body with expert precision, she felt a rush of satisfaction at the reactions she elicited from her lover. Yang Qingyue''s moans and gasps only fueled Ling Qingyu''s desire further, igniting a fire within her that burned hotter with each passing moment.


    With practiced skill, Ling Qingyu''s hands roamed over Yang Qingyue''s curves, tracing every contour and eliciting shivers of pleasure in their wake. She reveled in the sensation of Yang Qingyue''s skin beneath her fingertips, relishing in the intimacy of their connection.


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    As their passion intensified, Ling Qingyu leaned in close, capturing Yang Qingyue''s lips in a searing kiss that left them both breathless. Their bodies pressed together in a heated embrace, their desires merging into one as they lost themselves in the ecstasy of the moment.


    Ling Qingyu no longer restricted Yang Qingyue''s limbs and ventured the remaining hand to another mountain peak, and grappled the tools to her utmost satisfaction.


    Without obstruction, Yang Qingyue fought back. Her hands stretched out toward Ling Qingyu''s chest. Due to the two''s position, one of her arms hugged Ling Qingyu''s waist to steady themselves, the other resumed kneading the delicious mass.


    Even though Ling Qingyu suppressed herself, once Yang Qingyue touched erogenous zones, she reacted strongly. Her waist wiggled like snakes as her upper body danced before Yang Qingyue''s eyes.


    Moans of ecstasy elicited out of hers instinctively. No one bothered about who was top and who was bottom.


    To take initiative, Ling Qingyu unbuttoned the entire Yang Qingyue''s uniform gradually. A blue shirt draped on the side, disying the looming middle area and portions of the two balls.


    She didn''t forget to caress the strong and firm abdomen underneath, trying to get her finger into the skirt. Her fingers moved up and down.


    The sudden coldness brought Yang Qingyue''s mood to a little rity. She looked down and realized she was nearly naked above. However, before she said anything, her lips were taken.


    Thebined attacks from above and below drove the madness further. When Ling Qingyu''s fingertips squeezed the two mountain peaks lightly, Yang Qingyue roared into Ling Qingyu''s mouth.


    A short sudden climax caused Yang Qingyue to regain rationality and suppress her desire. "Qingyu, stop it. We''re in the office. What if someonees in?"


    "Don''t worry. There''s an early warning device on your door. I locked it. Anyone who wants to enter must knock. There''s a lot of time to prepare."


    Yang Qingyue almost vomited. Earning warning system? Only Ling Qingyu could speak in such an enigmatic manner. "But this is office. A public space."


    "I think office affairs are much more exciting. Don''t you feel it in your heart?" Ling QIngyu got closer again to press down.


    Yang Qingyue pushed her away a little and asked. "Do you want our first time to be here? How are you going to produce a good ending?"


    Hearing Yang Qingyue''s response, Ling Qingyu paused and stared at her lover''s eyes. Yang Qingyue was right. Spending the first time in an ufortable ce was definitely not something to brag about and worth remembering.


    She might not mind but Yang Qingyue was a girl. Ling Qingyu swallowed her original words filled with desire and nodded. "Alright. We won''t get there. But it''s still okay to do it from outside without getting in, right? Pretty please?


    I want you, Yue''er."


    Yue''er rattled Yang Qingyue''s heart. The strong police chief had to ept Ling Qingyu''s sugar offensive and nodded. "Only a small activity."


    "Small indeed, don''t worry." Ling Qingyu affirmed.


    Yang Qingyue was more worried when she saw Ling Qingyu agreeing quickly. There must be a ghost. Wait, em¡­from the outside¡­did her words meant what Yang Qingyue was thinking.


    So, you''re such a Ling Qingyu, Yang Qingyueined. The two pressed against each other''s bodies. Forehead to forehead. Kneading inpetition.


    As revenge, Yang Qingyue focused more on Ling Qingyu''s big Ds. With sensitive physique, Ling Qingyu whined and let out a curse. "Damnit, Yue''er. You''re provoking a tiger."


    "A tigress, I presume." Yang Qingyue chuckled. The two entangled again and soon, Ling Qingyu''s shirt became the same. All unbuttoned.


    Just when Ling Qingyu was about to remove Yang Qingyue''s skirt and concentrated to attack lower part. The Murphyw kicked in.


    A frantic pounding disturbed the two''s game. Ling Qingyu cursed bitterly. Why would there be an interruption when she was at her peak? She wondered if destiny was ying her.


    Or was it Miss System? It was possible indeed with her character.


    Miss System: "...."


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    Both stayed quiet, probably having the same idea to drive away the intruders naturally when they discovered no one was inside. People might leave the two alone.


    Yang Qingyue and Ling Qingyu exchanged nces, both sharing the reluctance to separate. The food was nearly cooked, only the final touch needed.


    However, the pounding stopped as they wished before getting fiercer. Perhaps, the person outside was aware of what the two were up to, a snort came: "Hmph, Sister Yang and Sister Ling, I know you''re in there. Open the door if you don''t want to attract others."


    Yang Qingyue pursed her lips bitterly but her gloomy mood turned into joy, seeing Ling Qingyu more angry and annoyed than her.


    "Damn Cai Ning. I''ll make her pay. Mark my word." Ling Qingyu swore. "I swear in the name of Yang Qingyue."


    "Why are you including me?" Yang Qingyue chuckled helplessly. "Sister Cai! Wait a while."


    "Come on. Get off of myps, Sister Ling." Yang Qingyue shook Ling Qingyu''s arms. "We better hurry up and fix our clothes."


    "Nope." Ling Qingyu refused. Her eyes dead serious.


    "What about Sister Cai?"


    "Leave her alone as punishment."


    "Haha, we can''t just leave a deputy chief outside and punish her without reasons." Yang Qingyueughed.


    "Nope, you must promise me, Yue''er." Ling Qingyu pleaded.


    "Okay, I promise to do anything. Okay? Now, please."


    "Yay, you''ll apany me tonight."


    Yang Qingyue: "¡­" Did she agree too early?

 Chapter 340 Cai Ning invited to the party

    As the two hastily rearranged their disheveled clothing, Ling Qingyu couldn''t help but feel a sense of satisfaction at having Yang Qingyue''s promise to apany herter. Despite the interruption, the anticipation of their uing time together filled her with excitement.


    Once they hadposed themselves to a reasonable degree, Yang Qingyue approached the door and opened it, revealing Deputy Chief Cai Ning standing outside with a raised eyebrow and a knowing smirk.


    "Sister Cai, what brings you here?" Yang Qingyue asked, trying to maintain a semnce of professionalism despite the lingering heat between her and Ling Qingyu.


    Cai Ning''s smirk widened as she nced between the two of them. "Oh, nothing much, just thought I''d check in and see how you two were doing. But it seems I''ve interrupted something quite... intimate."


    Yang Qingyue felt her cheeks flush with embarrassment, while Ling Qingyu narrowed her eyes at the teasing tone in Cai Ning''s voice.


    "We were just discussing some matters rted to work," Yang Qingyue replied, hoping to steer the conversation away from their personal affairs.


    Cai Ning chuckled knowingly. "Of course, of course. Well, I won''t keep you two any longer. Just remember, the walls have ears."


    Ling Qingyu regretted she had made a polite greeting to Cai Ning, informing the other of her presence and ruining her private game. She didn''t believe Cai Ning was too bored to warn the couple about leakage.


    Rather Ling Qingyu noticed Cai Ning had some hidden traits of mischief, of which these behaviors were perhaps out of sight due to career demands.


    "It''s not good talking like this. Why don''t youe in?" Stepping forward, Ling Qingyu dragged Cai Ning into the room and mmed the door shut. Out of trust or surprise, Cai Ning didn''t resist or couldn''t put up any defense.


    After all, everyone was close to one another in a rtionship and Cai Ning wouldn''t fight back hard or endanger her friend.


    However, she did attempt to go against Ling Qingyu''s move but was helpless. This guy had strengthened again. Cai Ning wondered if steroids had been pumped inside Ling Qingyu''s arteries.


    Otherwise, Ling Qingyu''s sessive progress had be more and more outrageous in her eyes. She couldn''t even free a simple shackle out of Ling Qingyu''s grip.


    "Okay, Sister Ling. You''re still willful as always." Cai Ning said helplessly.


    "Can''t help when I know in my heart, someone is always destroying a couple''s good deeds." Ling Qingyu shrugged.


    "Please, it''s not like we are doing something outrageous. Just casual business." Yang Qingyue fanned her cheek.


    If not for Yang Qingyue''s and Ling Qingyu''s abnormal breathing rate and still-reddened skin, Cai Ning would believe the duo''s nonsense.


    "So, Sister Cai." Ling Qingyu patted Cai Ning''s shoulder. "I have an offer."


    Cai Ning shivered receiving Ling Qingyu''s strange nce. Being targeted by a ruthless CEO was never good news. There must be weird traps going on, Cai Ning trusted her intuition.


    "If you feel like both of us are annoying you." Ling Qingyu pointed herself and Yang Qingyue. "You can join our group in pursuit of the universal truth."n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    Cai Ning rolled her eyes¡ªuniversal truth, more like lust and love.


    "You think beautiful!" Yang Qingyue snorted. "Ling Qingyu, you really dare to have this idea." Yang Qingyue stared at the culprit.


    "It''s good to have some dreams, right? Ahem." Ling Qingyu coughed under someone''s fierce gaze. "After all, Sister Cai might be lonely without our apany. It''s not good to leave your childhood sweetheart.


    "It''s okay. Leave me alone." Cai Ning strongly protested.


    "Nope." Ling Qingyu disagreed. "Only under our watch, would Cai Ning be normal. Image it, Sister Yang. You should know how many changes have happened to her."


    After listening to Ling Qingyu''s words about mixing rights and wrongs, Yang Qingyue''s lips pursed as she thought about Cai Ning''s psychological situation.


    The reason why Cai Ning was kept close to Yang Qingyue couldn''t be more obvious. Everyone close to each other knew. She had suggested her friend to see a psychologist but Cai Ning wasn''t willing.


    However, how did Cai Ning''s problem enter a love rtionship? Yang Qingyue massaged her forehead. She wanted to smack Ling Qingyu''s neck and torture the promiscuous woman.


    She dared to say this in front of her. Her courage should multiply tenfold without her presence. What a mess!


    Yang Qingyue sighed. "Come. Sit down first. Let''s not talk about your bullshit nonsense."


    Ling Qingyu coughed and smiled cheekily. Well, she was trying to test the water''s depth. It seemed Yang Qingyue wasn''t too resistant to her idea. She had time; there was no rush


    Yang Qingyue: ???


    The three women took a seat and were quiet until Yang Qingyue spoke. "Okay, Sister Ling. What''s your business visiting us?"


    "Hah!" Cai Ning sneered, clicking her tongue. "So, we were just discussing some matters rted to work."


    Ling Qingyuughed, watching Cai Ning mimic Yang Qingyue''s actions and words. The way she uttered, exactly the same was fun to watch.


    Yang Qingyue cleared her throat. That was embarrassing. Though people already knew, no one liked to admit it directly. The police chief transferred her anger toward Ling Qingyu.


    The true culprit who messed up everything. Ling Qingyu swallowed the happy mood and got serious. "Sister Yang, you must avenge me." Ling Qingyu sold poor. "These old officials dared to ckmail my money. Do you know how much?"


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning became confused but still shook their heads. Who on earth had the courage to handle Ling Qingyu? That one must be seeking death.


    The duo didn''t believe Ling Qingyu''s cute grieving behavior. However, the two listened to Ling Qingyu''s story of the day and almost staggered out of the seats, hearing 30 billion.


    Ling Qingyu was too rich, right? 30 billion, not millions, like washing hands. Holy shit! Even Yang Qingyue had her eyes widened.


    Not to mention, Ling Qingyu didn''t gain any advantages, regarding tax-free or some permits. She gave away free, not acting like a proper businesswoman. With doubts, Cai Ning asked. "Wait, why are you doing this?"


    Yang Qingyue''s expression showed curiosity. Ling Qingyu smiled and replied. "Of course, I shouldn''t. That''s a taboo. Negotiation must grip each other neck till the two release the restraints and join hands."


    What Ling Qingyu did was obvious. Too fast and too urgent, causing the official to take advantage. From the outsiders'' perspective, it seemed so. But was that really the case?


    The gains couldn''t pop up in the short term. In the long run, Ling Qingyu obtained huge benefits. Government allowance and free pass shone over Ling Qingyu''s every move in the future. The connection that might open new routes for Ling Qingyu''s vision.


    Furthermore, she could earn back the money in a decade, 10 times and continued receiving ie, so long as the nation wasn''t destroyed or someone tried to solve her.


    Both Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning expressed as expected emojis. The two had a little thought of helping Ling Qingyu when they heard someone tripped over her.


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    At least, the three of them were as close as sisters. Hurting one meant hurting all. Now that Ling Qingyu shared her future gains, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning didn''t bother to waste energy.


    Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched seeing both ignoring herints. Even though she didn''t need their helps when she acted, what she wanted was their stances.

 Chapter 341 Selling new HongQi products to Yang Qingyue

    "Anyway, You should know my deal with the officials." Ling Qingyu continued. "I can now initiate mass production of any vehicle type, even the armor ones."


    Yang Qingyue''s eyes beamed with interest. Cai Ning also showed excitement. They were clearly understaffed and underequipped.


    Even with Ling Qingyu''s donation and some help, everything was in a bnced state. Should a big emergency case usher in, the organization could rush into a disruptive state.


    Of course, with Ling Qingyu''s guards adding to the equation, their hands became freer. More violent cases were taken over by Su Ruomei''s teams.


    Sometimes, Yang Qingyue didn''t need to give orders when these special units had already arrested criminals. She envied Ling Qingyu''s intelligencework, especially a talented person codenamed Athena.


    Yes, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning had already exchanged conversations during the work. They were highly satisfied with Athena''s achievement.


    At the same time, Ling Qingyu''s aura was raised to the highest state of mystery based on herwork. She had friends in military, mercenary, and intelligence service. That was only the tip of the iceberg. As more were uncovered, both no longer thought too much since everyone was in the same shoes.


    "At a cheaper price, Please. Otherwise, my treasury might vaporize." Yang Qingyueined.


    Ling Qingyu chuckled at Yang Qingyue''sint, knowing that managing the budget for equipment and resources was always a delicate bncing act, especially in their line of work.


    "Don''t worry, I''ll make sure you get the best deal possible," Ling Qingyu assured her. "And as for the autonomous systems, I have some prototypes that I think you''ll find very impressive. They can assist with patrol routes, surveince, and even crowd control, all while reducing the need for human intervention."


    Yang Qingyue''s eyes widened with interest at the mention of the autonomous systems. Having advanced technology at their disposal would undoubtedly give them an edge in maintainingw and order in the prefecture.


    "That sounds amazing," Yang Qingyue replied eagerly. "I can''t wait to see them in action. And what about cleaning up the police force? I know we''ve made progress, but there''s still so much work to be done."


    Ling Qingyu nodded in agreement, her expression turning more serious. "Yes, it''s true that you''ve made strides in rooting out corruption and improving efficiency, but there are still pockets of resistance that need to be addressed. I have some ideas for how you can continue to clean house and ensure that the police force operates with integrity and professionalism."


    Yang Qingyue listened intently as Ling Qingyu outlined her ns, impressed by the thoroughness and insight behind them. With Ling Qingyu''s support and expertise, she felt confident that they could ovee any challenges thaty ahead.


    "So, these are my general ideas regarding the reform." Ling Qingyu concluded.


    "Okay, let''s talk about autonomous devicester. Let''s begin with simple patrol vehicles." Cai Ning cut in. "What''s the price you''re aiming for?"


    "Definitely andslide victory over the other motor vehicle sales. Sister Yang should already discover the reliability of the sedan that I gifted." Ling Qingyu said.


    Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue nodded. "Plus, the affordable price where you can have 3 instead of one. Should there be any malfunctions, I can provide free maintenance and repair and if the worst case is that my new motor vehicles cannot function properly, I''ll also pay liquidation damage." Ling Qingyu added.


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    "There''s no need forpensation, Sister Ling. You''ve given us too much." Yang Qingyue disagreed with Ling Qingyu''stter sentence.


    "Sister Yang is correct. The amount you donated already over fulfilled our conditions. We can be said to be the most equipped in Province N." Cai Ning said.


    "Business is business. I can''t endanger my sisters'' career because of me." Ling Qingyu covered everything. "However, it''s also because of my confidence in the new products that I am willing to say this too. Not to mention, I can take out 30 billion with ease, what''s wrong with a little million for our sisters."


    Yang Qingyue & Cai Ning: ?????


    Athena''s and Tang Ziyi''s innovation and new ideas had upgraded today''s automobile technologies, a leap forward. Even though none of them were scientists or prestigious researchers, they always came up with products, making Ling Qingyu shine like a Mary Sue character, a person she hated most by the way.


    With their hands and checks, Ling Qingyu could guarantee 99 percent of the products were reliable.


    "Since you say so, name me the price and number." Yang Qingyue asked.


    "Because the products will be tilted in favor of my new transportation project, there''ll be fewer vehicles delivered to you. I mean a low number delivery within a short time frame." Ling Qingyu answered.


    "That''s fine. To be honest, my station rarely needs too much but if we have more, it''ll make our life easier. What matters is the other stations under my jurisdiction, the prefecture I have authority on." Yang Qingyu said.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    Though Ling Qingyu had already spoken some tips on cleansing the bad ones in the police force in the prefecture and Yang Qingyue listened to her without interruption, Yang Qingyue had already perpetrated her hands throughout her jurisdiction.


    Removing and appointing relevant officers. Trying to abolish nepotism to a minimum. Step by step inserting people whose loyalty leaned toward hers among the branches and she began to fight back and forth with the currentmissioner.


    In another month, news came from her mother, that she would be promoted again soon, with her means of handling several violent cases and saving the critical public image of thew enforcement of Province N.


    Hence, when Ling Qingyu presented the opportunity to buy more vehicles for the relevant departments, Yang Qingyue''s focus turned toward the entire prefecture.


    She didn''t think City N station, where she currently presided, required more help. As long as support arrived at the other stations, it wouldn''t be long before the police achieved the same result as in City N.


    Of course, for this specific goal, Yang Qingyue rinsed out corruption and fixed mafia-like behaviors within the force. Ling Qingyu also knew Yang Qingyue''s move and monitored the progress.


    With green lights from Athena, Ling Qingyu believed her help would be more timely. Otherwise, if she armed Yang Qingyue''s opposition party by mistake, Ling Qingyu had nowhere to cry.


    Only if her products were firmly in Yang Qingyue''s hands, Ling Qingyu''s conscience would be clear.


    As for selling inferior products, Ling Qingyu didn''t even consider the options. Corruption had reached local elite status here, which meant what she delivered might be used against her.


    Of course, people might argue Ling Qingyu only needed to sell vehicles. There was no threat. Yes, she just wanted to be willful. Seeing her products in the hands of enemies was an eyesore.


    Not to mention, her subordinates¡ªaka¡ªher guards, were dealing with criminals like gangsters on a daily basis. What if they faced these products?


    "So, how many Sister Ling? You should say itpletely without hanging us in the air." Cai Ning clicked her tongue, annoyed.


    "200 patrol vehicles, additional vans, and armored MRAPs or humvees." Ling Qingyu counted the possible statistics without interfering with her n. HongQi production should be able to race against her demand. "Naturally, if you want motorbikes, you can buy them too. Everything is based on our customer''s requirements. Any new ideas you have, you can tell me."


    "That''s a lot." Yang Qingyue slowly said her words. "But if we spread them to several stations, I believe peace throughout the prefecture should being very soon. Regarding new inventions, we''ll talk about these issues when we regain strong control over Province N."


    Cai Ning: "I do have some weird creative ideas, after studying overseas forces'' formations and equipment. With advent in technology, we must also catch up, provided we have eradicated the gangs. I support Sister Yang on this one."

 Chapter 342 Ling Qingyu losing composure

    A minute had passed since Ling Qingyu took out her phone and showed the vehicles she intended to sell in front of Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning.


    The two might be her biggest buyers and advertisers for her automobile industry. Though police motorbikes had attracted attention from the public whose hobby of riding motorcycles shared sentiments on purchasing domestic products, Ling Qingyu wasn''t satisfied.


    In fact, the name HongQi had spread among bike lovers. Because very rarely a good motorbikes had been manufactured in Country C. Other manufacturers didn''t meet most demands and barely served as mere transportation tools.


    No design, no modrity, no keen beautiful framework. Because of donated motorbikes, bike fans had huge positive views of Yang Qingyue''s subordinates, along with the humanitarian escort traffic officers provided for the emergency corridor.


    Of course, the level hadn''t reached Ling Qingyu''s expectations. Her donated movement drew public eye and she intended to sell the vehicles at a cheap price or sponsored in other words, while achieving the effect of advertisement.


    One had to remember government agencies used products that were only reliable and tested. Some even kept using old arsenals even if these products were outdated.


    Once she secured the sales channel beginning from Yang Qingyue and Province N, it wouldn''t be long before the market upied the majority in Country C. Ling Qingyu had this confidence, relying on her methods and Athena''s and Tang Ziyi''s capabilities.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning kept scrolling through the photos rted to the vehicle sales. Both exchanged weird nces before shoving the device back to Ling Qingyu.


    "I really like the sedan versions. Standard, stylish, strong, and deterring with its presence." Yang Qingyuemented. "But the wagon or van thing, you show us is a little¡­how to say?"


    "Cute. Too cute as a police vehicle in our opinion." Cai Ning finished Yang Qingyue''s sentence.


    "Cute? Howe?" Ling Qingyu was puzzled before shing the image on her phone back to the vehicle both chiefs had trouble with. "Are you sure this one is cute?"


    What Ling Qingyu saw was a new designposed by Tang Ziyi, no longer copying the styles of models in past life HongQi.


    The car could be categorized as a minivan, apromise between a station wagon and a van. The front part resembled a wagon type while the height and backseat doors utilized a slider option.


    The closest replica should be Toyota Privia or the famous Estima intended for family purposes. Except that the height was lower than its counterpart. The CEO of HongQi designated the vehicle as HQ-M1.


    On the other hand, the sedan shown to Yang Qingyue was HQ-S1 but the design was copied from HongQi-H7, not the older version but the modernized one. The car exuded majestic ruthless momentum. Both Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning fancied HQ-S1 but were apprehensive about M1.


    Helpless, Ling Qingyu suspected these two policewomen''s aesthetics. "Why don''t you girls like this one? You know if I send this design topanies in Alyssia, people will be crazy."


    "It''s not that I don''t like it but for our purpose, particrly against gang, would it even deter?" Yang Qingyue bit her tongue and pointed it out.


    "The homely temperament is really not suitable. It''s like invitinge and hit me." Cai Ning nodded.


    "No, you must buy alongside my sedan too." Ling Qingyu folded her arms and snorted. "Why refuse because of appearance, you''re discriminatory!"


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning pped their foreheads at forced selling behavior. Only Ling Qingyu dared to coerce the customer.


    Jokes aside, Ling Qingyu persuaded the two, giving off reasons why this minivan was suitable for the current prefecturew enforcement situation. Citing several benefits of more passengers, more storage space¡­etc.


    Furthermore, many townships might just prefer such a configuration for multipurpose roles. The car might only show ws during police chase, which shouldn''t ur at small station level because those who ran, were more targeted by prefecture-level force since the criminals had more to lose than surrendering, which meant their danger level was very high.


    Besides, sedans outnumbered minivans in sales. So, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning epted the deal without problems and cuteness problem was solved.


    "One more thing, hybrid?" Cai Ning had reluctance. The reliability of such vehicles heard from overseas wasn''t appealing.


    "Yes, save fuel consumption and reduce greenhouse gas, adhering to the global project." Ling Qingyu replied. "Of course, you don''t need to worry about the issues because I can guarantee with my name. Not to mention, I''ll provide spare parts at friendly prices. There''s also a benefit with hybrid¡ªthe eleration is pretty darn fast than the conventional''s."


    "How? If what you said is correct, why don''t the form supercars apply the technology?" Cai Ning expressed puzzlement.


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    "The reason is simple¡ªelectric engines deliver the required power early and effectively. There''s no dy. As for form supercars, their power demands too much that battery cannot provide sufficiently yet."


    Ling Qingyu: "Very soon, things might change in this sector as science improves. There''s no doubt about it."


    Cai Ning nodded dubiously. Yang Qingyue listened with interest, smiling at Ling Qingyu''s words. She guessed Ling Qingyu didn''t even know anything more from exnations. It was cute to see, Ling Qingyu acting like an expert.


    Finally, Yang Qingyue used the government funds to wrap up the deals, causing Ling Qingyu''s happiness to soar. 200 vehicles, sedans made the majority.n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    Afterward, Cai Ning added their demands¡ªarmored jeeps and trucks. It would be better if they could buy Ling Qingyu''s guards''.


    "You want the MRAPs?" Ling Qingyu hesitated. "But these shouldn''t apply to the police, right?"


    "Remember whose hands let you hide these technologies that might attract flies." Yang Qingyue humphed.


    "Eh¡­Did you forget who saved your subordinates?" Ling Qingyu smashed back. "Tsk¡­people are forgetful when they don''t need someone."


    "Ahem¡­if you want today''s promise to be invalid," Yang Qingyue stopped. She didn''t say more but Ling Qingyu remembered the precious deal, she obtained from harsh negotiation.


    No! Ling Qingyu thought. Her heart affairs. This couldn''t be done. Her lifelong happiness must be regained.


    "As long as you give me the number and money, I''ll make sure, the vehicles are delivered to your doorsteps." Ling Qingyu instantly switched her stance, patting her chest as if to express her meaning.


    "Hey! I remember once you promised me to provide four for free, right?" Yang Qingyue asked and bent forward, caressing her prominent chest with the back of her hand.


    Ling Qingyu gulped, seeing the beautiful scene. Though covered in blue uniform, Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue had yed together recently. Yang Qingyue''s action brought back the bloodrushing memory.


    She couldn''t shake away the pictures embedded deep inside. Her breathing quickened so much that she cleared her throat.


    "Well, I remember for sure, it''s two you requested." Ling Qingyu stuttered.


    Yang Qingyue unbuttoned the top one and stretched her finger in, rubbing the skin. She also raised her chin to disy her lustrous neck like an alluring swan. "Are you sure? It seems I might have to adjust my schedule."


    "Yes. Yes. It''s four¡­ah no¡­five. I''ll provide five of them but you can only use them for yourself. The other stations must buy from me." Ling Qingyu finished the deal, to avoid losing control.


    She was scared that she might demolish her business very soon if the conversation continued. Hearing positive feedback, Yang Qingyue hummed and buttoned back, fanning her face. "Excuse my behavior, it''s pretty hot just a while ago."

 Chapter 343 Batwoman Yang

    "Excuse my behavior, it''s pretty hot just a while ago."


    Ling Qingyu looked outside. Droplets of water soaked on the ss. It was now autumn; rain slowly fell. Probably thest one before winter kicked in. Besides, the weather conditions she checked ascertained there was no way there could be any hot conditions.


    When she nced at Cai Ning, Ling Qingyu almostughed. At the moment, Cai Ning had a dark face. Her eyes obviously fumed with anger.


    Her sight never left Yang Qingyue, piercing the other''s conscience. Yang Qingyue also noticed her childhood friend''s reaction and coughed.


    "It''s definitely the weather." Yang Qingyue said.


    Ling Qingyu pped her forehead, her eyes wandering on the windows. You should look outside before you excuse yourself, Ling Qingyu learned a lesson.


    "I guess autumn can bring high temperatures," said Cai Ning.


    "Well, if we input humidity, sometimes, people will feel different." Yang Qingyue replied.


    "Sister Yang, I need a favor." Ling Qingyu decided to stop this facade. The conversation was getting weirder by every second. "How about you introduce my products to the entire emergency department? I''m sure my vehicles will perform better, especially firefighting and rescue agency."


    Yang Qingyue choked and coughed. This time no longer on purpose. "You, bastard. Do you regard me as a money-making machine?"


    "Of course not, Sister Yang. I''m not selling at a high price. Qualities is already high and the choice is very clear for my things." Ling Qingyu said. "What I want is the precious connection or prestige?"


    "Wait a minute, Sister Ling. You aren''t going to enter politics, are you?" Cai Ning thought of something and asked.


    Ling Qingyu was stunned. She didn''t think too much but after hearing Cai Ning''s words, businesspeople bing politicians wasn''t anything new.


    As long as there was a history of good deeds, acts of serving the people, and financial support, bing a senator or representative was achievable.


    "Hmm¡­I didn''t think too much of it, Sister Cai. It doesn''t hurt to buy people''s hearts, isn''t it?" Ling Qingyu remembered Miss System''s quest to promote her merits. Perhaps, there might be a deeper reason andyout why Miss System requested.


    "Yeah, what are you up to these days?" Yang Qingyue asked. Ling Qingyu opened her mouth but Yang Qingyue cut her voice off. "Don''t speak if you don''t want to. Who doesn''t have a secret?"


    "It''s actually nothing. Building connection." Ling Qingyu just gave a small hint. Yet, her words banged like a thunderp in the ears of the two women.


    Cai and Yang Qingyuemunicated secretly with their eyes. Although they didn''t have a clear picture, based on Ling Qingyu''s personality, whatever n she had in mind wasn''t going to be tiny. They saw a grand ambition burning inside her pupils.


    "I''ll try with relevant officials and those I know." Yang Qingyue epted Ling Qingyu''s request. She believed Ling Qingyu would never hurt her.


    "Oh yeah, the drone monitoringwork system you asked for is already ready." Ling Qingyu said. "It''s just those flying machines and pertinent infrastructures that might take some time before they''re mission-ready."


    "That''s great to hear." Yang Qingyue nodded. "Is everything autonomous?"


    Ling Qingyu: "Yes. You can control their flight paths, time and patterns and the rest, leave it to the system. By thenbined with the original CCTV, there''ll be no missing spots."


    Cai Ning: "Sister Ling should work with us more in these sectors."


    "I would love to but except for Province N, the other provinces might not even want to cooperate with me, a little fish."


    "Who knows what will happen in the future?" Cai Ning shrugged.


    "In fact, if you desire, Sister Yang, we can also have autonomous patrol cars, fully electric and equipped with pepper spray, electric shock, heat ray and etcetera." The more Ling Qingyu spoke, the more excited she became. "Can you envision it? Combine operation of air andnd, moving and stationary. I''ll let Athena write a proposal to rify these visions."


    "Sure, I''m also excited too after hearing yours." Yang Qingyue nodded. As for suspecting faulty issues and the trustworthiness of the AI driving technology, she needed not to ask because HongQi gifted by Ling Qingyu already had proven everything.


    Besides, being autonomous didn''t mean they had left human monitoring. With human control above, nothing would go wrong. Thinking of numerous technological upgrades and a policing system about to reform, Yang Qingyue had rare headaches.


    Seeing her childhood friend''s expression, Cai Ning smiled. Fortunately, she wasn''t a leader, managing and strategizing future goals. Well, Cai Ning''s expression turned serious when she sensed malice from Yang Qingyue. Oops, she didn''t want delegated power!


    "Speaking of, Sister Ling, is it your hand that kills second-inmand of the Tiger gang?" Yang Qingyue asked out of a sudden.


    Ling Qingyu was puzzled and frownedter. "Why do you think so? Do you think I''m so invincible?"


    "Of course, not." Yang Qingyue''s tone didn''t contain a hint of me. "I really don''t want you to go further on this path and ruin your pure inner heart."


    Ling Qingyu almost vomited. She was in no way pure from outside or inside, nor was her predecessor. To be able to reach the current level and raise wealth amongst the chaos, Ling Qingyu''s old soul wasn''t simple. If she retained a pure girl mentality, she might be chewed by her enemies without even leaving a bone.


    Sometimes, Ling Qingyuined about Yang Qingyue''s naiveness and desire for true justice. However, it was such character, which shone among all the girls and captured her heart. Well, it surely wasn''t the first kiss or her good guitar-shaped body wearing the uniform.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    Fortunately, though Yang Qingyue seemed like asking, her words already ascertained the culprit was Ling Qingyu but she was d, that Yang Qingyue acted on her side.


    "A businessperson can''t be pure, my love." Ling Qingyu raised her head, dizzy to deal with the superhero''s existence. Why did Yang Qingyue resemble Batman''s character a lot? "However, I apud the real mastermind, daring to assassinate the upper echelon of gang members. Who knew if the gangs werepeting for territories?"


    "But he died on the way to escape, properly. His men around weren''t spared either. The location was a good one without any surveince." Yang Qingyue steepled her fingers.


    "Perhaps, it might be an act to deter the real enemy. After all, what if Tiger gang leader escapes?" Ling Qingyu exined. "Someone must take control of the situation and monitor the chess piece. Besides, I''m sure that guy deserved a clean death."


    "How do you know that?" Yang Qingyue asked knowingly. "Why can you be so sure?"


    "I have my channels to confirm the news. I already know what this guy did. Every appalling deed can ruin the joyful mood in an instant." Ling Qingyu admitted indirectly.


    "Don''t resort to violence next time?" Yang Qingyue said softly. All she wanted was Ling Qingyu''s confession or acknowledgment. As a lover, she didn''t want to be lied to.


    "Actually, I might do the same, Sister Yang." Cai Ning interrupted.


    "You? How? Aren''t you a member of the police?" Yang Qingyue was stupefied.


    "Letting this guy escape willplicate our ns and allow the true jackpot to disappear. This guy''s death will deter the gang leader from trying to escape, filled with worries, about who''s his enemy and in a mess." Cai Ning exined. "Once he gets out, you and I both know there''s no way we can handle the case and let go unwillingly. Ling Qingyu did right."


    "Hey, what are you talking about? Be careful with your words, I didn''t do nothing." Ling Qingyuined.


    "Well, it''s true." Yang Qingyue conceded. "He has no other options but to dig in and in hopes that hiswork will save him."


    "Too bad, we''re slowly eroding his circle and snipping them one by one. He had realized toote." Ling Qingyu finished the statement. "We already boil the frog, it''s now the time to cook."

 Chapter 344 Why did Yang Qingyue always know Ling Qingyu do it?

    "When are you going to take action? Do I need to act first?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Of course, not. For the big fish, we need to step up ordingly before we are authorized." Yang Qingyue exined. "Otherwise, once we make a slight mistake and give him a chance, someone can help the guy out."


    "That''s why I said, we need threats so that the fish doesn''t escape through the." Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue at the bureaucracy. "Ka-boom, problem solved. Much better than uncertainties."


    Yang Qingyue shook her head. "What''s the difference between us and terrorists by then? Only an official group? We must not go through this path, harming the entire nation. Not to mention we aren''t yet in trouble facing enemies like cartels in Country M in the other continent."


    Ling Qingyu spat her tongue. "You''re right. I''m just letting out my frustration. But, the gangs are only a few steps away from the cartels you describe. Believe me, in 10 years, they might have eroded their influence into the local elite, controlling every chip of Province N, had you not taken forceful action."


    Cai Ning nodded, apparently agreeing with Ling Qingyu''s idea. The dire situation in Province N wasn''t far from gangs stretching their tentacles in politics and interfering the government affairs.


    Yang Qingyue said nothing about Ling Qingyu''s possible assassination though she dislikedmitting such acts. Even her friend agreed with Ling Qingyu''s point of view. As adults, each had distinct ideals and codes of conduct. She refrained frommenting further.


    Nheless, the result was beneficial to their goals and Yang Qingyue wouldn''t be a fool to fight amongst the team, just for a mere criminal. Not to mention, that one belonged to the faction, which attempted to assassinate Ling Qingyu.


    She might not care before but after spending time with Ling Qingyu, she really wanted to squash the tiger gang herself if not for her sense of justice was originally strong in the first ce.


    Ling Qingyu was now hers. She couldn''t bear to imagine what her poor dearest went through, seeing Ling Qingyu getting more and more cold-blooded. Although she said nothing now, an enemy dancing around for so long in front of her must be a tough pill to swallow. How could someone like Ling Qingyu be able to hold her anger?


    Yang Qingyue believed it must be her involvement that restrained Ling Qingyu from perpetrating further violence and felt a little guilty.


    Even so, Yang Qingyue still had a slight glimmer of joy at being able to prevent Ling Qingyu from turning into the demon and setting on the path of no return. Otherwise, if Ling Qingyu were to transform into an evil viin, her CPU might shut down.


    Ling Qingyu beside Yang Qingyue had no idea her lover aspired to avenge her purposeful car ident. Actually, her anger was already gone after she ordered Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue to retaliate.


    Anyone involved died miserably or on the way to the hospital, and most were now disabled, striking pain into their original fragile self. In fact, Ling Qingyu thought about rying the news to Yang Qingyue and arrested the man instead of killing him but the effect of a dead man was better.


    Ling Qingyu asked her guards under Tang Ziyi''s and Xiao Yue''s lead to take out the target. Only closed ones were chosen for the mission. Nobody was okay with killing someone, even if the target was a bastard, deserving a thousand slices to the skin.


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    However, Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu showed some hesitations when Ling Qingyu spoke about the mission and its benefits along with the results. That also included what crimes the bastardmitted with strong evidence to remind the girls, they were doing something righteous.


    Nevertheless, killing one in the midst of a battle for survival and intended and well-calcted assassination were two different themes.


    Tang Ziyi only epted volunteers and didn''t need much manpower. The real goal of informing them was to slowly nurture their mindsets. Ling Qingyu would never me them if they refused. It couldn''t be helped when Ling Qingyu always spoiled the girls. Yet, she believed Su Ruomei, Jiang Yu and the rest of the sisters would never disappoint her expectations.


    Since Ling Qingyu''s group already knew when the target nned to leave, they were prepared. At night under the full moon, the missionmenced. Two covert civilian vehicles left and prepared to attack.


    Any CCTV cameras in the vicinity of their route were manipted. Their appearance never showed up on the screen. Athena''s meticulous editing made everything wless. They avoided human detection through Athena''s guide as much as possible and encountered the second-inmand gang leader''s convoy.


    The teams coordinatedplex ambush, utilizing pistols and submachine guns equipped with suppressors. The enemy had no chance to resist.


    Because the teams wereposed of participants, originally from the earliest generation of Ling Qingyu''s guards¡ªretired veterans from Special Brigade, the teams executed impably.


    With absolute intelligence advantage on their side, the teams were aware¡ªhow many targets, what were they armed with, what was the probable resistance, and even Athena''s simtion results ording to the ambush the girls calcted.


    From beginning to finish, the enemies stood zero chance. They were simply vulnerable against the specially trained guards like day and night.


    Tang Ziyi and the girls locked the small convoy and blocked its movement, killing the enemy''s maneuverability and initiated firing as soon as they left the vehicle with precise marksmanship and swift action.


    Every shotnded on the targets everyone aimed for and neutralized the threats, no waste of ammo. Most had no time to draw the handgun before they knew what went wrong and darkness engulf their consciousnesspletely. Five seconds! The battle was over.


    As remarkable andplex as it appeared, the result ended in swift resolution and stoto hisses along with chimes of small broken ss as outro for the entire orchestra. Surprise, superior training and well-coordinated teamwork disyed how extraordinary Ling Qingyu''s guards were.


    Afterward, Tang Ziyi confirmed the kills and, with her experience, guided the rest of the team members to clean up evidence and make up a crime scene like gang infighting between rivals.


    With Athena''s editing only removing Ling Qingyu''s members and incorporating appearance of the gangs in her animation, the film was perfect. Athena adjusted precisely the narratives ording to the actual scenes and Tang Ziyi consumed less energy.


    A minute or soter, the group rushed back to the residence and Tang Ziyi and Athena would work hard to cleanse any evidence that might expose Ling Qingyu.


    Having watched the entire process, Ling Qingyu had immense joy in her guards'' miraculous upgrades in their skills. She was satisfied with the achieved goals, only to wait and see what her enemy might be thinking now.


    This made Boss Hu, the next day, insecure of his surrounding, not knowing who to trust. He couldn''t even put a slight belief on his close aides. Not to mention, his suspicion against other gangs rose higher, which was exactly what Ling Qingyu wanted.


    "So, you better hurry up before this man found an escape route, though I doubt he could escape our eyes. It''s better to be prepared." Ling Qingyu told Yang.


    If Boss Hu didn''t give up using electronics andmunication tools, Athena would always spot him. But even if he could bar electronic devices himself, would his subordinates be able to hold their desires in the age of Inte.


    After all, disconnecting from the world for a while already had arge impact when people weren''t getting used to sudden separation. Furthermore, did gang members really possessed high self-discipline to refrain their desires.


    Ling Qingyu definitely doubted their zeals and if they wanted to disappear, they must go to areas out of public eyes. By then, Athena would already be alerted.

 Chapter 345 Ling Qingyus invincible guards

    However there was one aspect, Ling Qingyu was puzzled with. How on earth or heaven did Yang Qingyue discover she was the true culprit?


    Even if she was interrogated, she would never admit her doing. Only fool does. With every piece in ce, there shouldn''t be any suspicion, but why?


    Sometimes, a woman''s intuition was a mystery, that Ling Qingyu would never understand. Yang Qingyue as her lover should sense something after testing out. As perceived, another reason why Yang Qingyueid her eyes on her dear was the execution of assassins being too perfect, without dark spots.


    If there were talented operators in her prefecture, Ling Qingyu owned one and a lot. She understood what Ling Qingyu''s guards'' background and training were.


    Naturally, although Ling Qingyu saw her subordinates achieve sess, she was nevercent and warned herself to not be the person she abhorred. Only use the de on where it should strike.


    Thinking carefully and ensuring there would be no loopholes in the n, Ling Qingyu eyed her dear with doubt. Then, she saw Yang Qingyue frowning. "Is there a problem with us taking action? Or do you have dissatisfaction with the special unit''s handling method?"


    "No, it''s just¡­" Yang Qingyue tapped her knuckles against the furniture, seemingly hesitant to express her meaning. "It''s really embarrassing if you know the reason."


    "There is no need for that. We are together in this. If you don''t confide your worries, what''s the use of us? Besides, be optimistic. It should be the gangs having worries, not us." Cai Ning said.


    "Alright, Sister Yang. Just let it out. We feel suffocated looking at your expression." Ling Qingyu chided softly.n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    "Okay, since you girls insist, I''ll be merciless." Yang Qingyue conceded. "Remember the first time I entered office and took drastic action, thinking I had a handle and tried to rectify the corrupted police force?"


    "We remember. In fact, I''m amazed at your transformation from pure idealist to someone who knows how topromise." Cai Ning supported Yang Qingyue. "Even though the results were frightening, people must grow and they need an arena. So, we never me you, Sister Yang."


    Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue. If Yang Qingyue was too worried, she might be the true culprit. She delivered those handles with selfish ideas and never expected Yang Qingyue to work too quickly and the enemies to respond more fiercely.


    Fortunately, the oue was satisfying, establishing her force and strong prestige for Yang Qingyue in the elite circle, deterring any further malicious party. These provided grounds and valuable timing for Yang Qingyue to act.


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    "Sister Yang, don''t worry too much. It won''t happen again, I promise. Not to mention, this time I''m more like a strong ally than a cooperating party." Ling Qingyu decided to console Yang Qingyue, who became suddenly weak.


    "What''s with your face?" Yang Qingyue was dumbfounded by the two''s sympathetic nces. She had never been weak, okay! "Don''t you have any idea what will happen if we wipe out Tiger gang?"


    Cai Ning frowned; she seemed to be able to catch a light but it fled from her grasp. She tried again but to no avail. Ling Qingyu rubbed her chin and her eyes narrowed.


    If she guessed correctly, such oues were indeed worrying for conventionalw enforcement with limited resources working in a corrupted environment. Nheless, Yang Qingyue might have forgotten the true strength of hers.


    She wasn''t certain if her guess would reciprocate Yang Qingyue''s worries. "Is it chaos again?"


    "Yes, chaos. Uncontroble situation likest time. We only arrested the officials and people try hard to cken me, though it fails in the end thanks to you." Yang Qingyue looked at Ling Qingyu with gratitude, not only for her but also for the people of Province N. Ling Qingyu gave hope of light that the gruesome situation would be over one day.


    "What if we eliminate or arrest Boss Hu and important members? If we wiped out Tiger gang, there would be an exact vacuum of power that might raise interest for the small gangs."


    Yang Qingyue: "We have no idea how many and we can''t record the list but they exist. Right now because they are being pressed by a tyrant, they dare not move. But once Tiger gang disappears, the stakes and future reward will turn them into sharks lusting for bloody prey.


    "My manpower cannot suppress the probable struggles for power even with Sister Ling''s subordinates adding to the equation. Not to mention, we don''t know whether thatmissioner will hold me back in some ways again. Of course, there are other powerful gangs, possessing simr strength as Tiger''speting for territories. We mightunch a bloody game of throne by mistakes."


    Cai Ning slumped in her seat. She didn''t bother to calcte risk and reward based on the circumstances described by Yang Qingyue. At the same time, she felt grateful, that her childhood friend had emerged as a powerhouse, no longer the one who called her elder sister for protection. Time had changed.


    Ling Qingyu had no idea what Cai Ning was thinking, merely guessing the girl became upset after hearing Yang Qingyue say. However, Ling Qingyu believed the situation would never lead to such a dire level.


    In fact, normally what Yang Qingyue spoke was likely to happen. Insufficient manpower to handle the chaos, political turmoil that might jeopardize the hard-earned unstable peace for a while, and pressure from the top which might affect Yang Qingyue''s future goals and steps were the obstacles, standing at a tipping point.


    Victory meant Yang''s goal became closer. Defeat suggested everything she had done might be a waste. Facing do-or-die oues, Ling Qingyu no longer med Yang Qingyue''s reluctance. As a leader, Yang Qingyue must be responsible for her subordinates and the people.


    "Listen, Sister Yang, I think you really forget about me in the equation or should I say you don''t know me enough." Ling Qingyu sounded mysterious but her teasing action drew white eyes from Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning.


    Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched. Sisters, please cooperate with my performance. They knew Ling Qingyu would answer soon no matter how she pretended to be profound. What a waste preparing for the performance, Ling Qingyu sighed.


    Clicking her tongue in dissatisfaction, Ling Qingyu smiled with a grimace at the two women. "How many guards do you think I have are capable ofparing them to Special Operatives? Sister Yang?"


    "If I remember correctly, you said to recruit 200 female soldiers, right?" Yang Qingyue replied after a short pause. "I don''t think I even saw 100 or 150 of them on duty in the statistics. I don''t know why you focus on recruiting women, that will be another additional waste of brainpower for you."


    "Why do you look down on women? They are just as capable, so long as their will remain strong, especially in the modern era where we are more dependent on technologies." Ling Qingyu waved her fist to protest. "And do you think I only focus on girls because of my ideas? No, in fact, Sister Tang can train them to astonishing fearsome units."


    Well, Ling Qingyu would never admit the secrets. Tang Ziyi made another groundbreaking discovery and polished the previous methods she used on Ling Qingyu''s guards. As time passed, with systematic trainings and exercising methods surpass the world, her girls should eat garbage if they didn''t improve.

 Chapter 346 Ling Qingyu, youre more dangerous

    "Okay, I know," Yang Qingyue waved her hand helplessly. "We''ve seen and yed a match with them. How could I not know?"


    "But that was months ago. The improvement that I noticed is staggering to say the least. You have no idea," Ling Qingyu said. "And you''re incorrect about the number."


    "Really," Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning sounded dull, not surprised. Anyone could hide the statistics or manipte the data. Having a reliable number as evidence wasn''t as strong as it could be regarded as evidence, though most of thewsuits heavily relied on one.


    Naturally, the court duration elongated when dealing with numbers because the experts needed to thoroughly check for authenticity.


    "It''s around 600 or more," Ling Qingyu rubbed her nose in embarrassment. "Okay, 600-700 roughly. So, if they participate, your situation doesn''t seem too hard."


    "Seriously? 600 plus?" Yang Qingyue''s eyes widened. "You! You''re more dangerous than the gangsbined."


    Cai Ning nodded. She was no more shocked than Yang Qingyue was. Heck, though Ling Qingyu regarded them as bodyguards, it was no different from a well-trained, well-equipped and highly motivated army in Cai Ning''s eyes.


    Furthermore, with Sister Tang''s involvement, the quality of individual''s tactical sense peaked. In fact, it wasn''t wrong to call them special operatives.


    Some smaller nations didn''t have such arge number of special force members and a few might be weakerparing military strength with Ling Qingyu''s private army. Even wealthier nations in Alyssia had around 400 members among the tier-one units generally.


    "What danger?" Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched. "Isn''t mine, yours?"


    "Don''t change the subjects," Yang Qingyue sighed. With Ling Qingyu''s cooperation, she no longer needed to worry about gang spillover once she took action against Tiger group.


    One problem solved and another more difficult predicament popped up, making her speechless.


    "Hey, I didn''t do anything. I admit, the number is scary but you have to trust my integrity," Ling Qingyu tried to find words offort. "At least, in name, the group belongs to you, Sister Yang. You''re themander."


    "Commander, my foot. I have no control at all," Yang Qingyue cursed while Cai Ning snickered on the sideline.


    "No, you do, as long as you give orders, they''re no different from yours," Ling Qingyu smiled slyly.


    "Please, even if I don''t give orders, they''re arresting so many criminals," Thinking of the past arrests piling up tall documents, Yang Qingyue still couldn''t fathom.


    "But that''s those seriously wanted criminals and emergencies where they have to intervene," Ling Qingyu excused her girls'' actions. "Forget about those, why don''t you give a name for them? I don''t want to refer to them as a special unit or my guards, even if the statement is the truth. Having an official name will facilitate several muddy processes."


    Yang Qingyue rolled her eyes and looked at Cai Ning for help. She also believed Ling Qingyu''s guards deserved a name. Even the public, especially residents of Province N, were curious about the guards'' information.


    Sooner orter, she would have to unveil. A sonorous name was essential before public appearance. They had established trust and prestige amongst the public and the criminals. Those who brokews were fearful of meeting Ling Qingyu''s guards.


    Noticing Yang Qingyue''s eyes, Cai Ning shrugged. "Don''t look at me. I''m worse than you regarding this kind of business. You''re the chief."


    "**** you, you''re also a deputy chief," Yang Qingyue beeped, annoyed. She knew if she spoke out, she would beughed at. "Don''t think whateveres out of my mouth is crooked."


    Seeing Yang Qingyue''s warning, Ling Qingyu and Cai Ning nodded. They had a premonition, it wasn''t going to go well.


    Ling Qingyu: "Shoot away, Sister Yang. I know you will do fine."


    Cai Ning: "No matter what happens, we got your back."


    If others who didn''t know the truth were listening, they would''ve thought the trio was making an indispensable decision, one that might affect life or death of the entire organization.


    Yang Qingyue''s mouth twitched. Hopeless against these two sisters. "How about we call them ''Shadow''? It sounds cool and menacing."


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    Unsure, Ling Qingyu asked with an uncertain tone. "You''re really serious?"


    "Why not? Working anonymously, without payment from the government yet with their own circle, trying to seek security and peace. They want nothing in return but the desire to serve as a public servant," Yang Qingyue showed puzzlement.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyebrows trembled, hearing Yang Qingyue''s statements. If not for her providing sry and basic needs, who would want to serve without anything in return?


    "Indeed, I forget, it''s your sponsorship that helps their living conditions but we''re only naming so we don''t need to be too strict," Yang Qingyue said, noticing the awkward silence.


    "But why shadows?" Cai Ning asked. She figured her original career might resonate with Shadow but Ling Qingyu''s guards, though they acted like one, they were Yang Qingyue''s subordinates officially.


    "Working in the dark for the light, while others live in peace, we fight. Darkness also represented anonymity," Yang Qingyue exined, mming her fist against her thigh with a strong tone.


    Crows cawed loud and ss shattered in the inner world of Cai Ning and Ling Qingyu. Yang Qingyue''s words sounded more like a cult to brainwash others they were doing good. To do good, someone has to do bad.


    Sis, are you sure you might not have a misunderstanding of your police force?! Even if her guards weren''t sticking to the rules too much, they did their police jobs seriously. Ling Qingyu had headaches as sheined bitterly. She had heard of this motto, especially used by assassins.


    We work in the dark, to serve the light. We are Assassins.


    Even if Ling Qingyu''s special operators acted no differently, she disliked such a title. Indeed, anyone would feel powerful with such statements, but the consequences of inheriting this name, Ling Qingyu dared not fathom more.


    "Ahem, Yang Qingyue, you better change it. Shadows wouldn''t be a good description," Ling Qingyu thought carefully of her words.


    "Why? I felt really good even with the word," Yang Qingyue perceived strong protest from Ling Qingyu. "And even you too, Sister Cai?"


    "I''m worried someone will think too much and hinder you in the future. This name might be problematic in the officialdom," Cai Ning gave a valid reason.


    Ling Qingyu shed a thumbs-up inwardly at Cai Ning''s spontaneous response. Although Yang Qingyue suspected these two friends didn''t seem to be telling the truth, she decided to ignore her feelings.


    "Then, ah-hah," Yang Qingyue eximed in joy. "Since there are codenames like phoenix, dragon, and panther in the army, why not do the same? Sister Ling, your group is like a pack of tigresses but with wings attached, super strong. So, let''s call them Flying Tiger."


    Cai Ning''s eyes squinted, repeating the name in her mind. She nodded afterward and nced at Yang Qingyue with satisfaction and gratification.


    Only Ling Qingyu looked down at the floor with confusion. She knew of Flying Tiger units in her past life. They were renowned for their sess in missions. However, these didn''t matter because judging from Yang Qingyue''s tone, Ling Qingyu knew there was no such unit yet.


    Was Province N, the Hong Kong version of Country C, where gangs and the wealthy were rampant in oppressing the people? Ling Qingyu wondered about the miracle of the world''s simrities.


    However, it didn''t mean everything was simr but the potential of the natural harbor proved, the financial potential of the province was very high. It was the presence of criminals'' dens and gangs destroying the economy and driving talented people elsewhere.


    Another version of internal brain drain. If Province N was so strategic, why did the central government ignore the situation? Ling Qingyu had simple answers¡ªthere were other ports which could provide the same revenue and it wasn''t worth the cost and risk of fixing Province N.


    Another might be no officials dared to rectify as the chances of failure remained high and likely led to a disaster on the road to officialdom.

 Chapter 347 CAITO

    Despite a strong name, Ling Qingyu shook her head in dissatisfaction. She was quite resistant to beingpared with animals. However, many countries in Phoenix continent fancied or romanticized animals into special totems.


    "Why? What''s wrong?" Yang Qingyue was a little irritated. "Don''t tell me, you think this name seems unqualified. Look at Sister Cai."


    "Sister Yang pick a good one this time. I don''t know what''s still insufficient?" Cai Ning stared at Ling Qingyu.


    It wasn''t unusual for Yang Qingyue to pick up a tiger to match the strength of Ling Qingyu''s guards. Fortunately, they weren''t referred to as wolves or hyenas, Ling Qingyuforted.


    Cai Ning''s dubious reaction wasn''t strange in Ling Qingyu''s eyes. Different cultures brought a sh in ideas. As ''foreigner'', Ling Qingyu had headaches whenever she thought of someoneparing her with animals, even if theparison meant the positive side.


    "Why do you want tobel my girls as animals?" Ling Qingyu refused.


    "What''s wrong with animals? Though we no longer practice animism, our culture deifies animals and pay homage and respect." Yang Qingyue rebutted. "Don''t you know our calendar has twelve zodiac signs, all of which were animals? So, referring to a strong animal exudes immense respect. Not to mention, we love animals."


    Ling Qingyu''s lips twitched. Respect and love, her foot. Which culture didn''t feast on all the animals?


    The people here ate anything, even reaching out to rabbits and monkeys. As for dogs and cats, Ling Qingyu didn''t want to think more. What was worse, they didn''t spare bats either.


    Such foodie nations still stated they loved animals and cherished them like gods. Was she misunderstanding something? She suspected the tigers Yang Qingyue meant, must be tucking their tails between the legs to hide from humans.


    Even if other special forces were named after strong animals, Ling Qingyu would never include her subordinates and show her rejection firmly. "Nope, I remember the gangs also name themselves with animal totems. Except for Vermilion, the rest are spicy chicken. The image must not be ridiculed by others."


    Nobody bought Ling Qingyu''s reason. Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning exchanged nces. Scratching her head, Cai Ning interjected: "But no one in our country or even the world will think like your brain. Flying Tiger is very powerful in my opinion."


    "Please, take it as my willfulness. me the difference in growing up environment." Ling Qingyu spread her hands.


    Perhaps annoyed, Yang Qingyue folded her arms and tossed the problem. "In that case Miss Expert, why don''t youe up with the answer? Stop wasting our time."


    "Actually, I have a better idea. Country R has Alpha. Country A has Delta. There are also Bravo too." Ling Qingyu said. "So, let''s go with the codename Foxtrot, powerful right?"


    Yang Qingyue: "¡­"


    Cai Ning: "¡­"


    They had no idea how the alphabet code seemed powerful. Guessing Ling Qingyu had better ideas, Yang Qingyue regretted letting Ling Qingyu take the lead.


    "Where do you think Foxtrot is more powerful than a Flying Tiger?" Cai Ning asked suspiciously.


    Ling Qingyu wiped her nose in a guilty conscience. She had no idea. "Action proves the strength, name doesn''t matter."


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning kept staring until Ling Qingyu blushed and gave in. "Okay, my idea is Spirit Fox. Codename Spirit Fox sounds beautiful yet deadly in nature."


    Atst, the term satisfied Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning, even though they still stuck with the opinion, that Flying Tiger was a better choice.


    "Wait a minute. Do you like fox that much?" Yang Qingyue looked at Ling Qingyu with strange eyes as if observing a vixen. "Before you have Foxtrot, now another Spirit Fox."


    Because the terms were still in English, Yang Qingyue''s doubt made sense. Even Cai Ning had weird thoughts¡ªwhat if Ling Qingyu liked fox so much?


    Despite observing the duo''s expression from outside, Ling Qingyu could guess one or two, what went through their minds would never be good for her. She waved her hand quickly to stress her innocence. "Spirit Fox suits me very well. First, the first letter represents SF, which is the abbreviation of special force. Second, in our mothernguage, Spirit represents my existence.


    Third, because the operators are girls, we need a feminineponent yet a deadly one too¡ªFox is the best I have in mind."


    Yang Qingyue nodded her head. Well, it made perfect sense, listening to the exnation. However, why she felt Ling Qingyu spoke more like a spontaneous response based on an impromptu idea.


    Everyone agreed Spirit Fox had been chosen though Yang Qingyue pitied Flying Tiger wasn''t used.


    Noting her decadent aura, Ling Qingyu suggested. "In fact, these are just codenames. What we need is also another official term with strong words that can be abbreviated. Sister Yang, Spirit Fox might be participants from my guards and Flying Tiger can be recruited from the SWAT teams, selecting the best of the best."


    Cai Ning smiled. She knew where Ling Qingyu was getting to. Yang Qingyue''s eyes beamed with joy. Yeah, why not fill in her subordinates too andbine them into one Bureau?


    "Then, give me the Bureau name." Yang Qingyue said.


    Ling Qingyu wasn''t surprised as she already had an answer. "Containment Assault Intervention Tactical Operatives. CAITO."


    Both policewomen repeated the words repeatedly till they were satisfied. Though the idea merely appeared as a framework, who could tell the future?


    "That''s final then." Yang Qingyue decided. "But you must promise to train men and women for me in the days toe. I can''t hand over everything to a private party, please understand."


    "Of course, I understand. I''m sure, my girls will be interested and eager to serve as instructors. They have had enough of being bullied." Ling Qingyu replied, bringing chuckles out of Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning.


    Who else but Tang Ziyi, the number one culprit?


    As the three were enjoying time, a knock interrupted the atmosphere.


    "Come in."n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    Sergeant Mi entered, bringing in lunchboxes. Only then, Ling Qingyu remembered what she had almost forgotten.


    "Sister Yang and Sister Cai, I bring the lunch for you two. They are definitely delicious, as you already guessed where they came from." Ling Qingyu smirked.


    Stomach growled and Cai Ning blushed. Yang Qingyue: "Indeed, we really atete these days."


    "You must take care of yourselves. Your body is the foundation and true potential. You must never damage them unless necessary. Eat now while the food is hot." Ling Qingyu said. "Thank you Sergeant Mi for delivering the food."


    "Thanks, Sergeant." Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning spoke.


    "It''s nothing. It''s just on the way, here for me." Sergeant Mi excused herself.


    "Speaking of, have the lunch I ordered for everyone arrived?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Yes, Ms. Ling. We received the orders and everyone''s screaming in joy below, wondering who''s so kindhearted. Knowing you''re here, I still hear them chanting your name." Sergeant Mi exined.


    "It''s good to see, they''re happy with my orders. I was worried, my choice might not match their satisfactory level." Ling Qingyu replied, ashamed.


    "What! You order the amount for the entire building?" Cai Ning widened her eyes. At the same time, her heart warmed at Ling Qingyu''s care. This proved Ling Qingyu''s regard for the two was higher than they initially believed.


    Yang Qingyue was thinking the same but her mouth stillined. "You''re already trying to buy my subordinates. Who will know who''s their chief in the future?"

 Chapter 348 Sergeant Mi noticed somthing amiss

    While Sergeant Mi remained in the room, Ling Qingyu spoke about establishing a canteen where she would sponsor food and chefs, in a way, officer could spend fewer amountspared to eating outside while retaining a great taste.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning agreed, reluctant to gain help from Ling Qingyu. Atst, the hungry re from Ling Qingyu shut the two up. Tonight, Yang Qingyue would no longer be able to escape.


    Even Cai Ning had a premonition, that she should stay silent, lest she was taken by her childhood friend as a shield. If Yang Qingyue discovered Cai Ning''s mindset, she surely would spurt out blood¡ªI regard you as a close sister and you are aiming for my lover?


    Sergeant Mi had a weird feeling, something was up among the three women. She seemed more like an unnecessary bystander.


    Wouldn''t the rumors among her juniors be a reality? Ling Qingyu had an unspoken rtionship with one of the heads of the station. The strange silence before her eyes confirmed her suspicion.


    "Okay, that''s final. Just prepare an allocation n and send an email. I''ll handle the rest." Ling Qingyu said.


    Zhao Xiurong: ???, Are you sure? You''re handling it?


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning nodded helplessly. What to do when someone gave them too much? They had nothing to repay except facilitating official documentation, which was something anyone with relevant authorities could do.


    Of course, with the two''s permission, at the chief executive level in the police force, things were different.


    Sergeant Mi admired Miss Ling''s capabilities to shut up the two chiefs, who were her superiors easily. It wasn''t money, nor background. Simply, thepetition between personalities.


    "I almost forgot. There are 4 EC-135 eurocopters as your police helicopters, still in the process of modifying. You''ll have them afterpletion. Just prepare to recruit workers." Ling Qingyu informed. "Then, I''ll take my leave. Sister Yang, don''t forget tonight''s deal."


    Smirking, Ling Qingyu nodded toward Sergeant Mi and left the room. Yang Qingyue was speechless at Ling Qingyu''s willful words. Please exin quickly what tonight''s deal is. Though the two were in a rtionship, this was the first time to be unveiled subtly in front of her subordinates.


    Indeed, Sergeant Mi''s eyes showed curiosity. But her passion for rumors was immediately extinguished under the cold eyes of Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning. She also quickly excused herself and dashed away from the freezing ice field.


    Rapid footsteps behind her drew Ling Qingyu''s attention. She turned her head and found Sergeant Mi running toward her in panic.


    "What happened?" Ling Qingyu stopped and asked.


    Patting her chest, Sergeant Mi smiled wryly. "I think I heard something I shouldn''t."


    Ling Qingyu eyed quickly for a moment toward the two balls changing shape under the pressure of Sergeant Mi''s hand. As expected of a mature woman, Ling Qingyu whistled inwardly.


    "What?" Ling Qingyu was confused.N?v(el)B\\jnn


    Sergeant Mi said nothing and stared at her. Ling Qingyu understood her wording was indeed inappropriate in front of others but as friends, nothing she said should cause problems.


    However, Ling Qingyu didn''t know some gossip, trying to CP her with the two chiefs, had been hobbies among the officers, especially policewomen.


    "Ah, I see. You won''t suffer; don''t worry. It''s our usual way of interaction between sisters." Ling Qingyu exined as she walked again.


    Sergeant Mi nodded and followed. As Sergeant Mi led Ling Qingyu through the station, they encountered eager officers who were grateful for the meals she had sponsored. Ling Qingyu nodded politely and epted their thanks, feeling slightly ufortable with the idolization but appreciative nheless.


    Some of the younger officers gathered around, asking for autographs and expressing their admiration. Ling Qingyu obliged with a smile, signing a few pieces of paper and posing for quick selfies. However, the overwhelming attention and adoration made her feel increasingly uneasy.


    Feeling suffocated by the fervent idolization and gratitude, Ling Qingyu quickly decided to make her escape. She excused herself from the crowd, citing other pressing matters to attend to. As she made her way out of the station, she couldn''t shake off the feeling of difort at being ced on such a pedestal.


    Once outside, Ling Qingyu took a deep breath, relieved to be away from the overwhelming attention. However, she couldn''t help but reflect on the implications of her actions. Despite feeling ufortable with the idolization and spending what she perceived as "useless money," Ling Qingyu knew that her generosity was increasing her reputation and prestige among the public.


    For instance, the donation for patients, unable to keep up with the required finances, had spread across the nation.


    Some were flooding toward Province N, so much so that it rmed the relevant authorities. Fortunately, in order tobat falsehood and corruption, Ling Qingyu had requested Athena to allocate interested personnel online, with some payment as part of their job to monitor the flow of her donated money.


    Her action also provided temporary upations to those who were struggling in careers with extra ie. As long asputer, ounting, and inte skills were avable, any person couldplete the task.


    Although they could bepleted easily by Athena, Ling Qingyu restrained her cheap daughter and allowed others to participate. Athena remained in an internal supervisory role. Besides, Ling Qingyu didn''t need to pay too much¡ªthe cost didn''t even reach 0.1% of her ie.


    Consequently, the minimum impact for Ling Qingyu might be the qualification to be a governor based on her actions, disying love and care for the public, which really were part of her life. At least, though her goals were further, Ling Qingyu secured this future.


    Ling Qingyu nced at the watch on her wrist and discovered, she still had time or should she say the others were avable. Since she had gone out, she should also visit them. Entering the Bentley, Ling Qingyu sped toward the next destination¡ªthe public hospital she had rtionships with.


    It had been a long time since she met with the two beautiful women, working in the hospital. Though they exchanged contacts, everyone was busy with their works.


    Naturally, to avoid drawn to the list of male stallion''s harem members, Ling Qingyu needed to act quickly since who knew when Lin Fan might be injured or have chance encounters due to the world will.


    For the sake of the idealistic goal to fight against harem, Ling Qingyu willingly spent her precious time.


    As she drove toward the hospital to meet the two important sisters to her, Yin Jingfei and Mo Yunxi, who had saved her from a car ident three months ago, Ling Qingyu contemted the impact of her actions. She knew that her donations and sponsorships were making a difference in the lives of the citizens of Province N, and she was determined to continue using her wealth and influence for good.


    Miss System''s task and directions seemed to align Ling Qingyu toward such path, directly and indirectly.


    30 minutester, Ling Qingyu drove past the hospital gate and spoke to the security guard. After all, the area she entered wasn''t for emergency department but rather long term stay area or visit purpose.


    Identity issues regarding entry and exit would be monitored to prevent irrelevant people from getting in.

 Chapter 349 Im an idiot

    Because Ling Qingyu''s name had spread wide and she donated huge sums for those unable, the security guard said hello and let her go. He even handed her, a special card, which Ling Qingyu had no idea why until he exined that she could park the vehicle in a special exclusive zer on.


    Her luxurious sedan captured many eyes and gossip. Usually, it was rare for the rich elite toe to the public hospitals as many preferred private hospitals to meet their requests or prevent exposure.


    Listening to the guard''s guidance, Ling Qingyu was stunned, passing several parking lots. There were too many cars. Compared to her presencest time where there were many avable spots, she found none.


    Moreover, some even parked their cars irresponsibly blocking others. Ling Qingyu had no words toin. It seemed disciplinary actions must be out as soon as possible from losing control of the situation.


    Nheless, Ling Qingyu figured the hospital couldn''t force the people too much due to morals and ethics. Even if the hospital abided byws and rules, enforcing on the public might attract bacsh.


    Fortunately, Ling Qingyu was granted a spot, dedicated to internal hospital staff. She read the sign¡ªonly for the dean & vice deans.


    As soon as, she parked the vehicle, a man in security uniform sprinted toward her. Ling Qingyu disyed the given special card and the man checked and returned it to her.


    "Apology for the difort." The man said.


    "It''s okay. It''s your job." Ling Qingyu smiled and walked to the nearby entrance.


    "By any chance, are you Ms. Ling, our greatest donor?" The man asked.


    Ling Qingyu turned her head. "I''m not sure about the greatest but I''m indeed Ling Qingyu."


    "It''s you, Miss. I''m sorry I didn''t recognize you though I think you''re familiar." The man suddenly became enthusiastic. "Thanks to you. My wife''s heart disease is easily solved. With my meager sry, there is no way she can undergo the necessary operation. I''m really grateful and in-depth to you.


    Please ept this gift." The man bowed.


    From appearance, he looked older than hers; so, Ling Qingyu instantly stopped his action but the man tried hard. Under Ling Qingyu''s firm lift, the man stood straight again,menting the strength of the girl in front of him


    She appeared like a frail one but was definitely stronger than him. Was Ling Qingyu also a hidden practitioner?


    If Ling Qingyu knew his psychology, she would proudly introduce herself as a special operator, despite without experience.


    "No need, Mister. I''m d your wife is well now. I don''t do this to ept your bows. Please take it back." Ling Qingyu replied.


    After some polite conversation, Ling Qingyu left first. The man was surprised at how easygoing she could be in contrast to the rumors spreading around. She didn''t seem so cold and scary. Why were those businesspeople describing her as terrible existence, the vehement tigress?


    Well, he admitted he was a bit frightened around her, especially since the temperature dipped and the coldness was so palpable.


    Ling Qingyu walked without changing her expression under several strong gazes. Themotion before where the guard nearly bowed attracted unwarranted attention.


    The mystery added up when Bentley belonged to her. Some even spected the man apologized because she was rich and powerful, fearful of offending her. Some even disdained her unting behavior but none talked out loud.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t bother to care what others thought. She did what she fancied. Although she rejected the man''s bow, her heart lightened in joy. It was great to hear exhrating stories of people surmounting their difficulties and she was part of their struggles.


    The man''s wife wasn''t alone. There were so many she never heard. Ling Qingyu entered the entrance, and reception area, then halted her steps from shock.


    Only after closely observing, did she find out, that the area was filled with crowds. Heck! Did some major idents ur? Ling Qingyu guessed but rejected the idea.


    Impossible for emergency since the location was in a different sector. Listening to several murmurs, Ling Qingyu understood.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    Because of her funding, many people had flocked together here, in search of the precious opportunity to treat their loved ones. To the right area, she saw people lining up, perhaps to apply for welfare.


    Three months had passed since she left the hospital. Funny enough, the first and most remarkable location after she transmigrated was here. With or without other reasons, she could no longer separate the attachment.


    Everything had changed dramatically. There were no longer old seats, which were about to be broken. With her support, everything had been renovated.


    The old copsing vibe had turned busy and fresh. Looking at the receptionists and other staff, Ling Qingyu was certain¡ªthere were new faces.


    Even if she didn''t stay long or interact with people, she trusted her absurd memory. New employees had also joined in.


    As someone familiar with the rooms and areas, Ling Qingyu continued her steps, on her way to one of the nursing stations on the third floor, where she expected Yin Jingfei would likely to be on duty.


    Several minutester, she found the ce. No one ever questioned her identity because her temperament contained strong confidence and power.


    She didn''t seem like a lostmb. Her steps had purpose and the energy prevented the staff from stopping her.


    Many believed she was likely to be someone familiar with the directors above. As for no one recognizing her, Ling Qingyu still wore sunsses to prevent her identity''s exposure.


    Particrly after leaving the police station, the idolization by others scared Ling Qingyu. She didn''t want to be drowned by the crowds here. What if they began to beg for her attention?


    She should have brought in her guards, who might be staying outside. One or two might do in case something unexpected urred.


    However, this might worsen the tipping circumstances, after a couple of thoughts. Didn''t having bodyguards around gather more eyes instead?


    There were only two nurses sitting and working on theputers. Ling Qingyu sighed in satisfaction. Surely, hardware and software had reached international standards from her perspective.


    Leaning on the counter, Ling Qingyu inquired. "Hello, do the two of you know where Nurse Yin is?"


    "Nurse Yin? There are several; I don''t know which one?" One of the nurses looked up and answered.


    "Well, her name is Yin Jingfei," Ling Qingyu said.


    "Ah! You meant our Head nurse?" The nurse eximed in surprise. "Mind if I''m curious? How are you rted to her?"


    "I won''t be able to answer. Excuse me." Ling Qingyu looked around in guilty conscience.


    However, her reply caused suspicion. Two nurses exchanged nces warily. The beautiful woman in front of them was behaving strangely. One reached out to the telephone, preparing to notify the securities.


    Several simr cases had happened before, endangering the workers in the hospital after Ling Qingyu''s donation announcement. Therefore, the dean recruited more security guards to handle simr cases.


    Unaware of her mistakes, Ling Qingyu took out the cellphone and called Yin Jingfei. She pped her forehead, annoyed.


    She forgot she had Yin Jingfei''s contact. She should have called since she arrived but the eagerness to surprise Sister Yin might have suppressed her logical thinking.


    I''m such an idiot! Ling Qingyu shook her head.

 Chapter 350 Meeting Nurse Yin again

    A few beepes before a click answered the call. Ling Qingyu heard Yin Jingfei''s voice, which she hadn''t listened to for so long. Time was tight and Ling Qingyu wasn''t avable to recall the past friendship during the three months.


    "Hello? Are you Miss Ling?"


    "Sister Yin, how many times have I told you not to be formal with me?" Ling Qingyuined.


    "I can''t help it. My apology. It''s just our work makes us address others with a title."


    "I understand. Hmph, but not next time."


    "Sure. What''s the matter with calling me? Do you need any help from me?" asked Yin Jingfei.


    "Sis Yin. What you said made me sad. Do you think of me as a person who will only call once you need help?" Ling Qingyu whined but then realized she might just be such type of person when not addressing close ones.


    "Of course not, Sister Ling."


    "Well, I won''t kid you. I''ve arrived at the hospital. I thought I could find you at your usual nursing station and surprise you." Ling Qingyu exined.


    "Oh, why don''t you give a call first? Many things have changed. I am not on a different floor. I''lle and get you." Nurese Yin replied.


    "Don''t don''t. Just tell me your position. I''ll walk there."


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu ended the call and smiled at the two nurses who seemed to be relieved and curious. She thanked the two and walked upstairs.


    She wouldn''t take an elevator because she didn''t need one. Leave them to those who were in need or in emergency.


    Ling Qingyu saw a busy figure waiting for a person. Yin Jingfei looked no different from before, wearing a nurse uniform. Her morous yet simple face made Ling Qingyu sigh.


    Her entry from the staircase surprised Yin Jingfei, who expected Ling Qingyu to appear from the elevator. The two hugged and Ling Qingyu enjoyed the feeling of two chests pressed together.


    Though reluctant and in order to not raise rm, Ling Qingyu had to release her hug and hold Yin Jingfei''s two arms. Rubbing the skin up and down, Ling Qingyu expressed her closeness.


    Yin Jingfei smiled and patted Ling Qingyu''s arms. She almost couldn''t bear Ling Qingyu''s enthusiasm.n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    "I miss you, Sister Yin." Ling Qingyu said.


    Yang Qingyue: No, you didn''t. You don''t look like one.


    "I miss you too." Nurse Yin replied. "I guess everything''s solved from the happiness I sense from your eyes."


    "Problems solved but there are still many remaining and I can''t rx yet. But this happiness isn''t from my work. It''s surely your presence warms my heart."


    "Sister Ling, your tongue is as glib as always." Yin Jingfei separated.


    The heat dissipated and Ling Qingyu nearly frowned in dissatisfaction and had to pretend. But one of her hands hung behind Yin Jingfei''s back, unwilling to let go.


    Even though Ling Qingyu''s gesture appeared strange in Yin Jingfei''s eyes, she regarded it as a mere longing.


    "I heard you''re doing well, managing all the nurses here. I''m d to hear about it." Ling Qingyu said.


    "It''s not all thanks to you? I can assure you, that without your help, the dean and vice dean of the hospital won''t recognize me at all." Yin Jingfei said.


    "But your work doing fine shows, you deserve this position and a raise," said Ling Qingyu. "I just fan a me a little from the side. Sooner orter, you''ll achieve the same."


    "Now, now. My face is reddening with your words. Come now, I''ll introduce you to other sisters." Yin Jingfei dragged Ling Qingyu toward a group of nurses who were discussing her identity after seeing her conversing with Yin Jingfei.


    Ling Qingyu waved her hands and smiled upon seeing the nurses, gasping. She saw the girls try to disy their best. After all, Ling Qingyu was the biggest sponsor of the hospital and must be taken care of.


    Although she wanted to mingle among the beauties, she couldn''t waste her time. Not to mention, her existence outshone everyone and the close sisters she interacted with were more gorgeous.


    She didn''t mean to discriminate, but they couldn''t attract her enough. Asking Yin Jingfei, Ling Qingyu distanced herself from the group. "If you aren''t busy currently, can you guide me to Sister Mo?"


    "Sure, Sister Ling. Follow me. We''ve renovated everything and you might get lost." Yin Jingfei led the way.


    "Indeed, if not for the great design setting up signs for direction, I might be lost as well." Ling Qingyu nodded. "Is Sister Mo busy?"


    "Well, today, there are very few emergency patients. Moste here for serious cases and Dr. Mo needs to care for them and make a round check-up. Plus, there are also consultations. ording to the schedule, she should be treating the patients in line now."


    "Then, my appearance might disturb her work." Ling Qingyu furrowed her brows. "Why don''t I wait in her office? Is that sound fine for you?"


    "Excellent. I''ll tell Dr. Mo about your presence. My apologies, you''ll have to wait on your own. I hope this arrangement is okay." Nurse Yin said.


    "Don''t mention about apology. We are no longer strangers." Ling Qingyu chided. "I don''t have business to deal with and all the time left for me to wait for Sister Mo."


    Soon, the two entered Mo Yunxi''s office. Immediately, words like neat, tidy, and fragrant contrast to usual hospital disinfectant rushed into Ling Qingyu''s mind.


    After finding a seat for herself, Ling Qingyu sent off Yin Jingfei and studied the room carefully. Resting her elbow on the arm guard, Ling Qingyu''s eyes drifted in boredom.


    She also noticed several piles of documentsid out on the desk. Even if she was curious, Ling Qingyu didn''t bother. In case, she messed up Sister Mo''s important issues, she would feel guilty.


    The room was simple with office desk and sofas, long enough for a person to sleep. On the wall hung anatomy pictures and several biology systems. Strangely, the portraits didn''t seem to destroy the architecture of the room and suited the asion.


    A huge cupboard stood against the wall, opposite to Ling Qingyu in the middle. Books titled in terms, were stored inside. Ling Qingyu had headaches, just by ncing a few times through the ss sliders.


    The office resembled a leisurely resting ce,bined with a little workspace design. Ling Qingyu liked the atmosphere.


    However, remembering strict requirements of morals and conducts for doctors, Ling Qingyu winced for Mo Yunxi. She feared the young doctor might have troubles with her body from overworking.


    Although payment were high, doctors rarely got an opportunity to return home and rx. Most of the time, even outside, they were summoned in case of sudden events. Medical professions weren''t easy.


    Deep in thoughts, Ling Qingyu didn''t notice Yin Jingfei entered the room. Until she sat down beside, Ling Qingyu reacted. When she saw apologetic expression from Yin Jingfei, Ling Qingyu patted her and smiled back.


    She got the answer. Doctor Mo seemed very busy. Hey, she didn''t want to leave without meeting. Perhaps to entertain Ling Qingyu, Yin Jingfei started the topic, asking about her business fight against shareholders.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu bragged her courageous deeds and magnified them. She felt satisfied, receiving admiration from the beloved nurse. Guilt shed through her eyes, as Ling Qingyu mocked her greed.

 Chapter 351 Meeting Dr. Mo again

    "Is there something wrong?" Yin Jingfei asked in a daze.


    "Huh, no something flew into my mind. It''s nothing." Ling Qingyu replied, blinking her eyes to express the meaning. How could she dare to confess her true thoughts?


    "You sure, you have free time?" Yin Jingfei asked.


    "Of course, what''s the use of being a boss if I''m to be so busy that I can''t have any leisure." Ling Qingyu raised an eyebrow. "Now that I once experienced a near death, I want to indulge in enjoyment and spent time happily."


    Yin Jingfei pursed her lips and changed the topic. "It''s good to hear your thoughts about life instead of depression and worries, we are scared to happen to you."


    "I don''t have time for that when my enemies want my downfall," said Ling Qingyu. "But the world luck dwells on my side, making my journey extremely smooth."


    "I hope so."


    "Don''t hope, it''s the truth." Ling Qingyu thought about the wealth and treasures, she currently possessed, which might capture the attention of the state.


    Though a trillion meant nothing to a nation, its impact on the country''s economy couldn''t be ignored. If Ling Qingyu unscrupulously spent the money, she surely would meet trouble.


    The two ended the topics before Ling Qingyu resumed the talk. "What are you up to these days apart from work?"


    "Hmm, I have none. Daily boring routine. Well, forgive my words," Yin Jingfei said, "it''s actually not boring when you hear so many stories and their backgrounds across many patients. From the bottom of my heart, everything is a fulfillment for what I do."


    "Do you encounter any troubles these days?" Ling Qingyu asked as she recalled the previous two nurses'' wariness when she asked for Yin Jingfei.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om


    "Some. Who hasn''t had one problem every day?" Nurse Yin shrugged and leaned on the couch. "Since your help, we have to step up in everything."


    Ling Qingyu curled her lips. "So, you''re ming me for your business."


    "It''s a contradictory feeling shared by every staff member." Yin Jingfei said and chuckled, patting the soft cushion underneath in a yful manner. "Should I say Sister Ling''s charisma has effects even if you''re far away?"


    "I''ll take that as apliment and add more sponsorship." Ling Qingyu grinned.


    Yin Jingfei''s smile turned bitter. "At least, more people''s lives are safe. Speaking of, Sister Ling, I think I''ll need your help."


    "Go ahead. Don''t mind me, I''m all ears and hands ready." Ling Qingyu straightened her waist.


    "I have to go the bank tomorrow to deal with something." Yin Jingfei looked at Ling Qingyu, rubbing her fingers.


    "And?" Ling Qingyu waited for more but received Yin Jingfei''s words: "That''s it, Sister Ling."


    "Wait, you can deal it probably on your own, right? Are there anyplications or fears that you have to ask me?" Ling Qingyu felt baffled.


    "Actually, you mightugh at me but I really do need your help. You know howplicated the process can be for an ordinary person like me," Yin Jingfei exined.


    "So, you want me to apany you to the bank?"


    "If you are free tomorrow," Yin Jingfei said and nodded.


    "Of course, I''m free," Ling Qingyu agreed. "I can make my time for my lovely Nurse Yin. However, I suppose, you should exin in details regarding your business."


    Yin Jingfei''s cheeks reddened. "I''m relieved to hear, you''ll help. Thank you."


    "Does it need to be said?"


    "In any case, I''m in the wrong here." Yin Jingfei shook her head. "The main problem is I want the process to be quick instead of elongating time as you''re aware of the affairs in banks and government agencies."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. She might not have experienced simr cases in this life, yet she would never forget the pain and how much she had cursed in the past life, particrly at the capitalists and people''s moth-like behavior toward money and how much disappointment she had with life.


    What Yin Jingfei needed to go through for weeks might be done in hours with a simple word from her. Different statuses brought different results.


    Some people were equal but some were more equal than others.


    As Ling Qingyu and Yin Jingfei continued their conversation, the door to the room swung open, and Dr. Mo entered, her expression brightening at the sight of the two women.


    "Sister Mo!" Yin Jingfei eximed, rising from her seat to greet the doctor with a warm hug.


    "Sister Yin," Dr. Mo replied affectionately, returning the hug. "And Ms. Ling, what a pleasant surprise to see you here."


    Ling Qingyu spread her arms to express her desire and Mo Yunxi smiled and shook her head, helpless against her childish acts. Somehow, Mo Yunxi felt fortunate to be the only one to witness Ling Qingyu''s baby behavior of selling cuteness.


    Who would expect the high goddess, standing above heaven with untouchable aura to the mortal, to react coquettishly toward her? Mo Yunxi shook away her thought.


    "Call me Sister Ling, please, there''s no need to be formal," Ling Qingyu interjected with a smile. "I''ve just been catching up with Yin Jingfei and I also want to pay a visit to the two of you after so long."


    "Long time no see indeed, Sister Ling. I''m gratified to see you in better shape as your doctor."Dr. Mo nodded, her eyes sparkling with curiosity. "I hope everything is going well with you both. "


    Yin Jingfei nced at Ling Qingyu, silently conveying her desire to discuss their ns with Dr. Mo. Ling Qingyu understood the silentmunication and gestured for them to continue.


    "Sister Mo, I was just telling Sister Ling about my ns to visit the bank tomorrow," Yin Jingfei began, her tone serious.


    Dr. Mo''s eyebrows rose in interest. "Oh? Is everything alright? I also recall once you asked me about this issue and I forgot. I''m sorry, Sister Yin."


    Yin Jingfei sighed, her expression troubled. "It''s nothing serious, just some paperwork that needs to be sorted out. But Sister Ling has kindly offered to apany me."


    Dr. Mo''s eyes widened in surprise. "That''s very kind of you, Sister Ling. But are you sure you have the time?"


    Ling Qingyu waved off the concern with a dismissive gesture. "Of course, I wouldn''t miss it for the world. Besides, it''s always good to lend a helping hand to a friend in need."


    Dr. Mo smiled gratefully at Ling Qingyu''s generosity. "Thank you, Sister Ling. It means a lot to both of us."


    The three women fell into afortable silence, each lost in their own thoughts. Ling Qingyu couldn''t help but feel a sense of camaraderie with Yin Jingfei and Dr. Mo.

 Chapter 352 Meeting Dr. Mo again (2)

    "Sister Mo, I heard that you also have to go to the bank, why not follow us tomorrow?" Yin Jingfei asked.


    "I''m sorry, Sister Yin. I just have several appointments with patients tomorrow. So, there''s really no time." Mo Yunxi rubbed her forehead. She also wished to go with them but her work denied the possibility.


    With Ling Qingyu''s participation, she was awareplicated things would be simpler. Yin Jingfei sighed and said. "That''s a pity. I thought we would travel together for a day."N?v(el)B\\jnn


    "It can''t be helped. Who asked the patients to increase these days?" Mo Yunxi spread her hand.


    Ling Qingyu noticed the change in Mo Yunxi''s eyes and sensed her reluctance. Tofort the depressed doctor, Ling Qingyu stated: "It''s okay. We can apany you next time when you''re free. Just give me a call and I''ll arrange everything."


    "Thank you, Sister Ling. You know for us, every day is a race." Mo Yunxi smiled in relief. "I don''t want to be hypocritical but it''s really best if you help us out. We don''t want to waste our precious time in the bank, arranging our affairs."


    Yin Jingfei stood up prompting Ling Qingyu to ask. "Is something bothering you? I thought I could speak with you for a long."


    "Oh, no, Sister Ling. I''m bringing in refreshments. We''ll catch our time while we drink." Yin Jingfei turned her eyes toward Mo Yunxi. "Sister Mo, what do you like?"


    "Just give me a cup of coffee, thank you." Mo Yunxi said with a smile and massaged her petite nose. "I''ll be troubling you for a while, Sister Yin."


    "No trouble at all. What about you, Sister Ling?"


    "It''s alright for me. A water will do."


    "You sure?"


    "I''m serious." Ling Qingyu nodded.


    The door shut as Yin Jingfei left and two remaining women stared at each other. Ling Qingyu cleared her throat. "Sister Mo, how''s the hospital running? Anyck of funds?"


    "It''s doing great. There''s no need to input more money." Mo Yunxi sighed helplessly. She wondered how rich Ling Qingyu was to not care about millions and possibly billions ording to the rumors she heard. "I already told you, I''ll call you if necessary."


    "You indeed said that but how could I believe you''ll call me when you need help," said Ling Qingyu, with her eyes showing no confidence. "I predict you''ll try to solve everything by yourself before reaching out to me. By then, I might not know if I missed any important stage."


    "Youck trust in me?" Mo Yunxi rolled her eyes. " Although I think simrly, I know I can never handle money. I''m not an expert like you. We all know the lesson¡ªleave it to the professionals."


    "I heard from the talk between you and Sister Yin just now, that you have business to deal with at the bank?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "It''s nothing but to prove some statements toplete a visa." Mo Yunxi replied.


    "Visa?" Ling Qingyu''s voice raised a little. "You''re flying overseas? Is something wrong here?"


    Mo Yunxi was amused at Ling Qingyu''s nervous reaction. Why did it seem like Ling Qingyu was unwilling to part with her?


    "There''s nothing wrong but everyone has goals in their career. Likewise, I want to step up thedder and study," Mo Yunxi exined.


    "Which university?" Ling Qingyu became curious. ording to her memory, Mo Yunxi should obtain a degree from a foreign country and work here.


    Since she had gained appropriate experience, studying further was a good choice given her youth. Besides, in today''s world, most of the staircase were based on illusory certificates. Though reluctant, Ling Qingyu supported Mo Yunxi''s choice.


    "Columbia University." Mo Yunxi answered.


    "Wow, that''s definitely one of the best universities, specializing in medicine field in the world." Ling Qingyu hissed. "I might be lucky to meet you early, Sister Mo before you became untouchable."


    "Stop bbering rainbow at me; I have goosebumps listening to you," said Mo Yunxi as she shivered in exaggeration. "Besides, I need to fawn at you, graduated from a prestigious university, founded your own business and excelled in wealth and connections. I''m far inferior."


    "Oh, there''s no superior and inferior between us. We have different goals and different interests. Sister Mo should specialize in General Surgeon, right?" Ling Qingyu said. "If I''m not mistaken, you already hadpleted postgraduate studies?"


    Mo Yunxi nodded. "True, I havepleted but I figure I also want to enter research in areas like vines or new medicine. So, I want to attempt a research. Of course, I still love curing disease as a doctor but I wonder if I can do more and it doesn''t matter if things went wrong, I can go back at anytime."


    "I get your meaning. Self-improvement is the ultimate quest of everyone." Ling Qingyu sighed in admiration. While she was thinking of lying downzily, others prepared for humankind''s future.


    How righteous was Doctor Mo to care for the humanities? Nheless, a glint shed through Ling Qingyu''s eyes, sensing an opportunity while increasing the intimacy between the two.


    Athena''s scientific colossal supeputer was rarely used and shelved like an antique. If she sought for reliable and familiar researcher, there should be collective booms in innovations, Ling Qingyu guessed.


    Even though she wasn''t sure about Mo Yunxi''s academic research ability, as a doctor, she should do fine. Perhaps, Mo Yunxi might have a broaderwork in the medicinal fields abroad since the beautiful doctor graduated overseas.


    No one cared why Mo Yunxi came back, even if her career went extremely smoothly there. Ling Qingyu certainly did not either.


    "Then, have you applied? When are you leaving?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "After four months, I suppose."


    "I''m sad to part with you, Sister Mo. How long will you study?"


    "This?'' Mo Yunxi hesitated. "More than 2-3 years."


    "Can''t it be faster?"


    Mo Yunxi rolled her eyes at Ling Qingyu''s words. If results after research were easily attained, humanity had already stepped onto the sea of stars. Sess was brought by thousands of failures.

 Chapter 353 Yin Jingfeis future?

    "Does Sister Yin know about your n?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Not exactly, but she''s aware of my n." Mo Yunxi nodded imperceptibly. "She doesn''t know where I''m studying but knows very soon I''ll leave the hospital and fly overseas."n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    "She might feel lonelyter on." Ling Qingyu said.


    "What nonsense. She''s already a head nurse. We have a friendly environment here," said Mo Yunxi. "With your participation, the leadership will take care of her more, which is very fortunate."


    "It''s true. But I guess you''re much more familiar with her."


    "Nope, we stayed as colleagues and didn''t go far until your arrival. Should I say your ident was a good thing?" Mo Yunxi joked. "No offense, but our rtionship warms up exactly because of you. It''s like you are the knot given by the universe for the two of us. I don''t have any idea how it works."


    "If you leave the hospital, I''ll short my donation." Ling Qingyu snapped to express her unhappiness.


    "Ah! Sister Ling, what about Sister Yin? Can you bear to leave her alone, helpless?"


    "I''ll transfer her to another prestigious hospital and raise her career. Perhaps, bing a doctor is also possible."


    "What about the people who need funds?"


    "I don''t care." Ling Qingyu snorted.


    "What kind of donor are you?" Mo Yunxi was speechless but didn''t have any change in mood and yed along. She knew there was no chance, Ling Qingyu intended to stop the funds.


    "You dare leave without even informing me."


    "Didn''t I tell you now?" Mo Yunxi tilted her face.


    "If I didn''t ask a minute ago, would I even know your n?" Ling Qingyu was a little frustrated and panicked, when the thought of Mo Yunxi disappearing crossed her mind.


    "Hey, it''s not that exaggerated." Mo Yunxi wanted tough a little. "I''ll definitely meet with you and say goodbye."


    "But that''s still so sudden." Ling Qingyu pursed her lips and paused because Yin Jingfei entered the room, bringing in three cups and a bottle of water.


    Perhaps noticing Ling Qingyu''s eyes, Yin Jingfei exined. "Me and Sister Mo will drink coffee. The other cup of tea is for you, adding milk and sugar."


    "Thank you, Sister Yin." Ling Qingyu epted the cup and took a sip, washing away any remaining frustration out of her mouth.


    "Hmm." Mo Yunxi closed her eyes and uttered a satisfactory sound. "As always, Sister Yin, what you make is the best."


    "I''m ttered, Sister Mo." Yin Jingfei smiled. No one disliked being praised for their work. Seeing both Ling Qingyu and Mo Yunxi show signs of enjoyment, made Yin Jingfei delighted.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes widened. "So, this is Sister Yin''s hand?" Upon receiving a nod from the other party, Ling Qingyu licked her tongue and shed a thumbs-up. "Damn, I bet you can even open a cafe with your talent. You know, I even thought of investment."


    "Haha, that''s too much. I''m still aware, my skills aren''t on par yet." Yin Jingfei acted modestly.


    "No, no. I''m telling the truth. In all seriousness, you can consider my opinion if one day you get tired of your work," said Ling Qingyu.


    "Hold on. What the heck? Stop hassling away Yin Jingfei from her passionate profession." Mo Yunxi red at Ling Qingyu in dissatisfaction. "If our talented head nurse disappears, my work will be more burdensome."


    "But you''re leaving soon." Ling Qingyu retorted.


    "s¡­" Mo Yunxi palmed her forehead.


    "I won''t consider quitting the nursing profession yet. I like seeing people getting better because of my work." Yin Jingfei folded her palms together and her appearance like an angel prompted sighs.


    "Speaking of Sister Yin, since you have experience and attained a high position, don''t you want to go higher?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "How?" Yin Jingfei was puzzled. "I''ve never thought of that till now. In addition to my passion, it''s the money for my family too. Stable ie requiring strong ethics and talents, perfectly matching my expectation with a little excitement."


    "I mean why don''t you further your studies to be a doctor? You have keep moving forward before others catch up from behind and take away your opportunities." Ling Qingyu taught seriously and reminded herself to not g off even if her wealth stayed substantial. "Progressive attitude is essential.


    I mean it''s fine satisfied with the current environment but if you don''t move out of yourfort zone, you''ll encounter a problem soon."


    "A doctor," Yin Jingfei murmured as she never ever once thought of the path.


    Mo Yunxi leaned forward, interested in Ling Qingyu''s suggestion. Though it took time, it was never toote to start anything. With Yin Jingfei''s vast experience during surgery and clinic, Mo Yunxi agreed with Ling Qingyu.


    Nheless, the decisiony with Yin Jingfei. Would she take on this path? Even though Mo Yunxi and Ling Qingyu had a shared opinion supporting Yin Jingfei to go further, things might not stand the same for her.


    Yin Jingfei had some throbbing after contemting the path but shook her head in regret. Her family relied on her, including her younger sibling. If she focused on her studies, who would support her family?


    The idea was soon out of her context. She replied regretfully. "I can''t."


    "Can''t or don''t want?" Ling Qingyu asked but Yin Jingfei didn''t answer. "Well, you can think about itter. Do you know Sister Mo wants to leave the country in a few months?"


    "Well, I guess Sister Mo''s decision," said Yin Jingfei. "But I don''t know the reason."


    "She wants to enter medical academic research by studying for a while in Columbia University," Ling Qingyu answered.


    "Wow, congrattions Sister Mo." Yin Jingfei felt a bit envious. "Your dream is getting closer than ever before."


    "Oh, so you don''t me her for not telling us?" Ling Qingyu humphed.


    "Eh! Why?"


    "Why?! I don''t want to talk." Whenever the topic reached this part, Ling Qingyu became pissed.


    "Alright. Sister Ling still holds a grudge because I kept the decision a secret for so long and thought we were in a different bubble." Mo Yunxi cut in.


    Yin Jingfei nodded in understanding and was amused at Ling Qingyu''s throwing protests.


    "Still, I support Sister Ling''s suggestion. You should really consider." Mo Yunxi expressed her stance. Her sharp eyes could detect the potential inside Yin Jingfei. It would be a pity if the sharp sword was left to rust.


    Both Ling Qingyu and Mo Yunxi had no idea about the situation of Yin Jingfei''s family. So, she disyed the behavior of being taught and epted the idea humbly but was still stubborn about her choice.


    Naturally, Ling Qingyu sensed the discordance where Yin Jingfei clearly wanted to advance but disagreed to move. Clearly, it meant something was holding her back.


    Ling Qingyu intended to investigate once she returned. By then, she could move the string to set Yin Jingfei on the staircase. "Let''s talk about thatter. Do you have time tomorrow?" Ling Qingyu asked Yin Jingfei.


    "Huh? You mean, you have time to apany me to the bank?" Yin Jingfei understood.


    "Yeah, I can make up for you. Tomorrow morning, I''ll pick you up and settle everything for you," said Ling Qingyu.


    "Ah."


    "What?"


    "I never expect you to be so fast and personally help me. I thought you''d give a call to the bank or something." Yin Jingfei felt anxious, feeling like she troubled Ling Qingyu.


    "How could I not have time for my Sister Angel?" Ling Qingyu smiled.

 Chapter 354 Debate

    Yin Jingfei was exhrated after confirming Ling Qingyu would personally help her rted to the banking problems, she encountered.


    In fact, the real problemsy on the human nature of staff trying to exploit advantages. Some would say¡ªyou can''t do that. After onepleted the task¡ªanother problem popped up.


    These problems dissipated as soon as they smelled money. This didn''t ur widely since corruption shown obviously never went well.


    However, the bank Ling Qingyu and Yin Jinfei were going was located in Province N. No doubt about the likely corruption and oppression.


    The case could particrly worsen in government bank because officials tended to exhibit their arrogance and unt their tiny feeble power against the weak.


    Yin Jingfei was worried she might face predicaments posted by the staff, when she wanted a transaction, even if everything fit the requirements. After all, decision belonged to these small people.


    With the addition of Ling Qingyu''s pressure, a simple phone call could facilitate and speed up the process¡ªweek affairs took a mere hour to get the process done. Not to mention, Yin Jingfei''s work couldn''t tolerate any dys.


    Now that Ling Qingyu would speak for her, Yin Jingfei felt the pressure relief as if a huge problem had been automatically solved.


    Someone''s huge challenges sometimes indeed were someone''s negligible small stones. Mo Yunxi expressed envy after hearing the two''s conversation.


    "Don''t be jealous. I''ll help you too when the timees," said Ling Qingyu when she saw Mo Yunxi''s gaze.


    "Yes." Yin Jingfei regained herposure. "As Sister Ling says, I''ll also go with you next time."


    "Thanks." Mo Yunxi smiled. At least, her care for the head nurse wasn''t in vain to remember her. "I''m d to hear no one forgets about me."


    Both women chuckled to herints. Yin Jingfei sat nearby and hugged Mo Yunxi''s arm asfort. Ling Qingyu''s eyes burned in me, wishing she reced Mo Yunxi.


    Thinking carefully, Ling Qingyu hadn''t made a single move against the two. But she wasn''t too eager since she knew she must n meticulously. Their rtionships hadn''t gone further yet.


    Of course, she would never admit, she lost courage in front of these beautiful women. Even her passion with Yang Qingyue was something that surprised herself.


    Wait, Ling Qingyu thought funnily, she almost forgot she had a night date tonight. After a promise with someone, she conspired her moves against the others. She wondered if her daughter might beining her legs on two boats.


    Athena: ^v^


    "About you, Sister Mo. I''ll fly with you together to Country A. Don''t forget to remind me," said Ling Qingyu. "Otherwise, I''ll be sad for many years toe."


    Mo Yunxi and Yin Jingfeiughed silently. They were helpless against Ling Qingyu''s threatening words.


    "Wouldn''t that trouble our dear Sister Ling?" Mo Yunxi asked. "With your absence, your work might face troubles and who knows which dogs and cats will appear?"


    "Wow, Sister Mo knows how to share my worries, I''m so d," Ling Qingyu whined in joy. "In fact, I don''t care because I have talented trustees who''ll solve these bothers without problems."


    "As long as you''re happy," Mo Yunxi replied. "Why do you think of apanying me, overseas?"


    "It''ll be considered as a trip, where I''ll take some break," answered Ling Qingyu, while silently asking for forgiveness from Zhao Xiurong.


    "Being a boss is indeed fantastic. Look at you, I guess so many will be jealous seeing your rxed state," Yin Jingfei said with some unhappiness.


    "Actually, I won''t agree with your words, Sister Yin. Everyone has their own distinct challenges. I also face numerous pressures." Ling Qingyu replied. "Of course, to reach my level, I also have to go through my own storms and disasters, which is usually hidden from the public since every eyes only see my sess."


    "True. I agree. Don''t feel offended, I''m merely envying your current state," Yin Jingfei said.


    "None taken. Of course, I know Sister Yin has no malicious intentions." Ling Qingyu paid tribute to the original Ling Qingyu. She stepped on an easier path, built on the predecessor''s foundation.


    "Stop bullying my angel. It''s as if you''re saying we never work hard." Mo Yunxi red at Ling Qingyu. "Have you ever stay the whole day without sleeping, performing surgery that took like half a day? Sometimes, we can''t afford to even have a full meal and we''re tasked with emergencies. That happens repetitively if bad luckes."N?v(el)B\\jnn


    "Hehe, Sister Mo, I''m just stating my troubles. Of course, I''ll never me able to replicate your efforts, saving lives, even if you''re exhausted." Ling Qingyumented, women indeed couldn''t be offended.


    "Hmph, it''s best you know. To be frank, although I know you aren''t easy, I feel like our medical professions might be the most tiring field." Mo Yunxi said after some considerations. "I guess what Sister Yin likes to address is to work smart instead of work hard."


    Ling Qingyu nodded. "I also testify this statement."


    "So, just for a trip, you''re apanying me to Country A?" Mo Yunxi inquired. She felt Ling Qingyu had hidden agendas under her sleeves.


    ording to Ling Qingyu''s public CVs, this girl never did anything without benefits. However, staying longer with her, Mo Yunxi discovered such spections were false but she still genuinely believed there must be something going on.


    "Well, that and I''m worried about you. What if the university you n encounter terrorist attack?" Ling Qingyu gestured her arms wide. "I can''t beak to see the scenes¡­"


    "Stop, stop. You''re cursing me before I even travel. What kind of close sister are you?" Mo Yunxi spat out and rolled her eyes.


    "Hehe." Ling Qingyu rubbed the back of her head in embarrassment while Yin Jingfei covered her mouth andughed in snorts. "In any case, that''s final. You can''t change my decision."


    "Whatever," Mo Yunxi sighed and waved her hand. "I don''t think I can ever dissuade you."


    "But, Sister Ling, are you serious about Country A''s situation?" Yin Jingfei asked with worries in her eyes. "Why don''t you think more carefully, Sister Mo?"


    "Don''t believe that girl''s words? Although the situation is true, it''s not as exaggerated as she said." Mo Yunxi felt touched sensing Yin Jingfei''s mood. "Unfortunate events and tragedies happen all over the world. Sometimes, it''s up to fate where your life goes so long as you do your part."


    "Hey, it isn''t enough. Sometimes, you must prepare for the worst wherever you want to go. ns and backups are necessary." Ling Qingyu disagreed. "Just because you want to visit Middle Kingdom, you can''t leave the rest to fate, especially where the countries are in a state of wars, civil wars, kidnappings and utmost chaos."


    "Alright, I''m an adult. I understand what''s at stakes." Mo Yunxi interrupted. "Do you think our Province N is different from what you describe, Sister Ling?"


    Ling Qingyu was stumped by the realities. Indeed, Province N sounded no different from Country A¡ªAKA¡ªdaily shootings, murders, kidnapping, gang wars¡­etc


    Nheless, Ling Qingyu still resided with the opinion, Province N was the safest, or the prefecture controlled by Yang Qingyue was, because she had controls, both in information and securities.


    For those in power and influence, Ling Qingyu always depended on the ce where she had the biggest reliance.

 Chapter 355 Ling Qingyus final decision

    "It''s different. You''re a native, who has the upper handpared to a foreigner which you''ll be when you get there." Ling Qingyu disagreed. "Here, you know how to avoid troubles and you have some connections. Besides, there will be many friends like me to help you, but when you are at overseas¡­"


    "Sister Ling, Columbia University is one of the highest institutions, possessing a great reputation. No sane politicians would miss or give away the chances of being under attack." Mo Yunxi replied. "Furthermore, the bubble inside the huge campus is safe enough that I know for a fact¡ªthere is no danger. Wouldn''t there be securities, in charge of the campus''s safety?"


    "Indeed, the university is safer and no officials would neglect the security aspect. However, there''s a Murphyw at y. What you don''t expect, expect it to happen."


    Mo Yunxi moaned as she threw her head back, not knowing how to persuade the stubborn Ling Qingyu. Yin Jingfei remained silent as her thoughts tried toe up with a conclusion listening to the discussion.


    "Hey, don''t ahh me." Ling Qingyu felt funny. This was the first time she saw Mo Yunxi throwing tandem. "I''m speaking for you. It''s not like you won''t travel around and stay in one ce. Look at the news, it''s not an exaggeration to say mass shooting urs daily."


    Although Ling Qingyu didn''t tell the truth, the message was clear. Country A was very dangerous. Mass shooting incidents referred to shooting events of more than one participant resulting in multiple casualties.


    Ayman, after hearing the term, would think mass shootings meant active shooter scenarios, sociopaths or psychos, cowardly people who wanted to take their own life but didn''t dare andshed out their dissatisfaction on the innocence.


    Of course, terrorism was another matter, pertaining to the ideological and political war spectrum. Ling Qingyu expected her words might frighten Mo Yunxi a little but all she saw was the confused faces of the two, doctor and nurse.


    Unable to maintain the silence, Ling Qingyu asked: "What''s wrong? Is there anything on my face?" She rubbed her cheeks to test out any dirt staining her face.


    "Mass shootings?" Mo Yunxi looked baffled. "Do you mean the gang vs gang fight? What does it have to do with us? If we encounter one, it''s more or less bad luck."n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    Ling Qingyu couldn''t close her lips after the muscles went stiff from being bbergasted. How could the two show such faces? Aren''t they aware of the deadliest attack caused by firearms on arge group of bystanders?


    Wait, Ling Qingyu couldn''t calm her breath. She took a path of misunderstanding, relying on her past life''s memory and considering the events would replicate. What if no such incidents or terrorisms hadn''t spread much?


    "Give me some time," said Ling Qingyu and picked up her phone. She went online and inputted keywords¡ªterrorism, mass shootings, war on terror¡ªon the search bar.


    And holy shit, as she guessed. The results surprised Ling Qingyu. Country A did suffer an attack as known in history. Two nes crashed Twin Towers. World Trade Center was damaged, killing many of the country''s rare elites.


    Nothing changed much as Country A reacted strongly and swiftly to maintain prestige, damaged after the attack. The wained position of the superpower returned as it announced to the world¡ªwith us or against us. Even the World Government had to stand neutral, neither expressing objections nor agreeing.


    Two invasions kicked off and thunder rolled. Two unstable nations just after a short military regime and tribal alliance copsed. From those wars, Ling Qingyu noticed suicide bombing, guerri war, and assassination were mostly used against the military targets of Country A.


    Very rarely, attacks on civilians ur, which might be the deterrence power of the World Government, or perhaps terrorism hadn''t reached the level of what Ling Qingyu knew yet. Or country A was exceptionally skilled in containing the threat.


    Hmm, it appeared groups like ISIS hadn''t existed till now. Ling Qingyu didn''t understand the reason and didn''t want to. Now, she felt a little embarrassed that active shooter scenarios and terrorist attacks, she warned hadn''t struck the public.


    On the one hand, Ling Qingyu was delighted to realize Mo Yunxi''s safety increase. On the other hand, she felt powerless, trying to find other reasons to stress the importance of her presence.


    After a few minutes of surfing online, Ling Qingyu switched off the screen and met Mo Yunxi''s and Yin Jingfei''s gaze. The atmosphere became awkward but it was more from Ling Qingyu, as the other two were more curious with Ling Qingyu''s change.


    "Well, do you find anything concurring to your argument?" Mo Yunxi asked and leaned her cheekzily against her palm.


    Ling Qingyu blushed and took another sip of tea to drain away the shyness. A sweet aroma and taste detached her negative mood and regained herposure. Sure enough, her innate thick skin ability returned.


    "In any case, there are still precarious dangers like criminals unrestrained due to problems inw." Ling Qingyu exined. "First-time offenders, get away with anything, sometimes in serious cases like homicides. As long as they have a greatwyer, getting out of jail is easy."


    "Furthermore, second-time offenders usually receive jail time less than 10 years, which they could get out of prison quickly by several methods. Maybe some reforms but a few might seek out revenge, who knows."


    "Why after hearing you, do I feel like staying here is safer?" Yin Jingfeiined.


    Mo Yunxi was nonmittal about Ling Qingyu''s description. She had studied in a foreignnd once and she knew Ling Qingyu was overexaggerating.


    "Nowhere is safe. Although what Sister Ling said contains some truth, it''s not everything." Mo Yunxi exined.


    "When there are too many checks and bnces in the system, it creates a breeding ground for criminals'' cells while restraining the actions ofw enforcement. This is the double-edged sword of human rights." Ling Qingyu stated her belief. "Of course, human rights are mostly exploited by criminals and shouldn''t be too much of a concern when the nations aren''t yet at peace.


    And Sister Mo, that''s what worries me the most. Country A hasn''t gained good results in cracking down crimes."


    Mo Yunxi broke out into a heartwarming smile. Though she realized Ling Qingyu was up to something, she didn''t care too much. How could it be possible to meet criminals every time as Ling Qingyu describes?


    "For the ease of myself, I''m following Sister Mo and will cover everything until I can guarantee my fragile heart." Ling Qingyu spoke about her decision. "Of course, Sister Yin can follow us and consider it as a welfare trip to take a break from high-stress environment."

 Chapter 356 Finally a relief

    "Why are you taking me to a dangerous ce?" Yin Jingfei disagreed. "I won''t go no matter how you persuade?"


    "Sister Mo will be saddened by your words," said Ling Qingyu.


    Yin Jingfei hurriedly nced in Mo Yunxi''s direction. "But aren''t you saying all this to dissuade Sister Mo from studying abroad?" Nurse Yin''s head couldn''t think of Ling Qingyu''s real goal.


    Ling Qingyu smiled and caressed her hair. "Of course not. As long as enough protection is provided, Sister Mo''s safety will only rank second to VVIPs there and that is my aim." Ling Qingyu met Mo Yunxi''s knowing smile and shuddered from nervousness. "So, Sister Yin doesn''t need to worry as I''ll take care of everything."


    Before she finished speaking, Mo Yunxi interrupted. "Sister Yin, why don''t you tag along? It''s your first time, isn''t it? Consider it as a vacation and experience."


    "Very well, since Sister Mo says so." Yin Jingfei epted the idea, much to Ling Qingyu''s astonishment. Her persuasion didn''t work but Mo Yunxi''s simple statement achieved what she desired.


    When Ling Qingyu looked at Doctor Mo, she received a mocking nce. Her unwillingness rose as her motto was to never be provoked. But the quick fierceness wilted in front of Mo Yunxi. Ah, another nemesis should be added to the list.


    As her savior, how could Ling Qingyu have the slightest thought of anger? "We can think about thoseter since we''ve loads of time. By the way, I wonder if you two has met any strange man that captures your attention or raise your interest." Ling Qingyu asked, a prayer in her tone.


    However, none of the two listeners noticed Ling Qingyu''s strange behaviors as their eyes deepened in colors recalling which man, Ling Qingyu was referring to.


    "Nothing of that sort. All patients are as usual," Yin Jingfei replied.


    "Me neither, unless you describe wrongly. Everyone seems nd," Mo Yunxi said. "Sister Ling can borate more so that we can pinpoint the identity."


    Ling Qingyu paused and described ording to her memory. "This man looks young and handsome. Tall and very fit. His every muscle contains huge energy inside waiting to budge out in an instant. I guess he shoulde to you with external injuries, such as caused by sharp objects."


    She recalled various troubles, Lin Fan had, based on Athena''s testimony. This man rescued a few women, who were fawning on him soon, unable to extricate themselves.


    "Hmm, there are indeed a few cases handling with sharp objects, but they are elderly or skinny teens," Yin Jingfei answered after recalling her memory.


    "Likewise, I don''t think anyone fit your words." Mo Yunxi murmured and shot an inquisitive nce, filled with gossips. "What''s that matter? Is that man someone you''re chasing? Although we sisters, can help you, we can''t talk too much about patients'' history that might be sensitive."


    "Oh yes, Sister Ling. Who''re you chasing? Don''t be shy, we''ll guide you properly." Yin Jingfei added.


    Ling Qingyu''s face darkened in a blink of an eye. Not vomiting her lunch was the highest endurance she had after hearing Mo Yunxi''s words. If the doctor wasn''t a woman and her savior, she had already fly-swatted her.


    Nheless, Ling Qingyu inhaled long deep breath to calm her state of mind. Indeed, the way she described might have caused some misunderstanding.


    Her question was mainly to bring ease. Since Lin Fan had weird effects on women, Ling Qingyu feared the nurse and doctor duo might suffer. Even though women around her had increase in resistance to this mysterious phenomenon, she hadn''t stayed with Mo Yunxi and Yin Jingfei, most of the time.


    The number of times, they met together could be counted by one hand. What if the two were kidnapped to the stallion''s train? Ling Qingyu might be pissed to death and dered war on Lin Fan instantly.


    Now, the situation turned out good, she was matched with Lin Fan by good ''sisters'' inexplicably. Ling Qingyu red at the two with a pair of helpless eyes.


    "No?" Mo Yunxi sounded disappointed that her expectation went wrong. She scratched her forehead, wondering why Ling Qingyu was interested in this man.


    Ling Qingyu: Please, stop thinking further. Spare me my clean rtionship.


    Yin Jingfei: "What a pity? I thought I could eat a big melon." Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes angrily. She took back her first impression of Yin Jingfei. Which one was so innocent? This little nurse had ck belly.


    "Ahem, I''m just worried you''ll be deceived by this man. He is eloquent in speech and can easily make any women happy," Ling Qingyu said, throwing dirt at the protagonist. "You might feel safe around but that''s a pretense. He is a scum, ying with feelings and domineering women to cater to him.


    Believe me, he might express his rtionship status as single indirectly without opening his mouth and make you think he is single on your own thought."


    Mo Yunxi and Yin Jingfei listened with relish, their eyes showing glint as they exchanged nces. There was definitely a problem between the man and Ling Qingyu.n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    Howe they sense strong dislike, envy and a small anger?


    Not knowing what the two women were contemting, Ling Qingyu continued with fervor. "ording to my investigation, he already has a thing with three women and there could be more. His life pattern revolves around danger and coulde here, meeting you two. I''m not worried about other girls, I''m worried about you two, the most beautiful in my eyes.


    The two of you will enter his eyes and receive unnecessary attention.


    "Should this happen, I suggest you call me straightaway to drive him away. His shamelessness and persistence might make you helpless, or in the worst case, enter your heart. I don''t want to see my two saviors step into hell."


    "Wait, please wait!" Mo Yunxi cut in. "What makes you think we''re so easy to fool?"


    Then, why were you so easily included in the harem ording to the script, Ling Qingyuined.


    "The women around him were intellectual and very powerful. A strong characteristic, mature enough. But they''re still fooled."


    "Could it be there''s something good about him?" Yin Jingfei asked curiously.


    "None. I found zero advantages. You have no idea because of his line of work, he brings disaster to those around too." Ling Qingyu exined to extinguish any ideas. "I have my own channel about what happen to them. Fortunately, none are harmed yet.


    "In fact, he is also my fiancee." Ling Qingyu told the truth, drawing gasps. Unexpected turn of events.


    The two women came to a strange conclusion¡ªsince Ling Qingyu talked all the bads, could it be she was abandoned?


    However, their opinions dissipated after listening aplete story to the finish point and came into agreement¡ªLin Fan was a scumbag.


    Fortunately, Ling Qingyu and Lin Fan were more like a marriage contract by elder rather than love rtionship transformed into hatred.


    "Don''t worry, we''ll be mindful of your warning. If hees, I''ll inform you," Yin Jingfei said as she patted her chest.


    "Don''t underestimate medical professions. If someone dares offend us, we''ll make sure that person regrets being born to this world." Mo Yunxi made a chilling remark.


    Ling Qingyu''s fear disappeared, now relieved there was no longer the slightest possibility of Mo Yunxi and Yin Jingfei dragged to the harem after her sermon.

 Chapter 357 Separation and meeting

    Before Ling Qingyu had time to say goodbye, she met the dean as soon as she left the room. With a helpless smile, she received the dean''s wee ceremony.


    Someone in the hospital might have recognized her figure to rm the dean because she knew Mo Yunxi and Yin Jingfei weren''t the type to speak out to others about her presence.


    Not to mention, the two understood Ling Qingyu''s likes and dislikes. She wanted no troubles and messes because of etiquette.


    As the dean happily entertained Ling Qingyu and reported the progress, Ling Qingyu was forced to read the reports. She must show seriousness even if the mood goes elsewhere.


    If the donor herself didn''t care where the money went, others might seek some opportunity to steal away. The number one rule against corruption was not to give a person a chance.


    Although the money flow was monitored by the public and the virtual group she hired, there were still several methods to hide the transaction and exploit some amount.


    Fortunately, Ling Qingyu had the help of Athena and sifted through the data with the sses on.


    Mo Yunxi and Yin Jingfei were beside her as she read the papers. The dean patiently waited until Ling Qingyu put away thest paper.


    She asked some questions as a matter of fact and smiled happily to see everything was clean. Even Athena couldn''t detect any unusualness which suggested the hospital didn''tnd a hand on the money.


    Ling Qingyu wasn''t too much surprised since she held so many checks and bnces. Furthermore, it was only a few months after her donation. No one had the courage to touch her reverse scale yet but who knew what happened in a few years?


    She also expressed if there were any need, she would provide support in the future, in terms of medical equipment and possible construction of new buildings to suit the needs.


    Naturally, she didn''t forget to sponsor ambnces to the hospital. Informing the dean, the vehicles should arriveter on. After saying farewell to Mo Yunxi and Yin Jingfei, Ling Qingyu drove back to the manor.


    Though reluctant, she couldn''t upy the two''s precious time entirely. But her low mood didn''tst for long before expectations for tonight came into her mind.


    Yang Qingyue had promised her and she shouldn''t cancel the date, could she? Ling Qingyu smacked her lips, in anticipation. If Yang Qingyue dared to refuse, she would cancel the transfer of Aegis armored trucks and helicopters.


    Hmph! She had money and was willful. Luckily, Yang Qingyue was far away and wasn''t connected via psychic. Otherwise, she might spurt out blood in anger. Was their love for each other only worth a couple of trucks and helicopters?


    Though the amount in money was colossal and could even rip off some wealthy families'' wealth, love shouldn''t be materialistic.


    Time passed and evening arrived. Ling Qingyuy on the recliner chair on the balcony on the top floor. Only when the wealthy condition was moderate and wasn''t severe, did Ling Qingyu go out.


    Lazily leaning and squinting her eyes, Ling Qingyu waited for the person she desired to arrive so much so that her thinking was mixed with some confusion.


    A low engine growl raised interest but Ling Qingyu wilted back on the recliner seats. The sound came from the supercar, Ling Qingyu signed in and was given to Ling Yunxiang. She lost interest immediately.


    After ying to their satisfaction, it seemed Fan Xi and Ling Yunxiang returned in time to catch up with dinner. Nobody, Ling Qingyu knew, could resist her chefs'' hands.


    Another engine''s roar entered Ling Qingyu''s ears after 15 minutes. Ling Qingyu craned her neck and tried to see the car against the dusk. Well, Zhao Xiurong was now back.


    Wouldn''t this bastard, Yang Qingyue, be nning to avoid her? Ling Qingyu felt her preparation might be for naught. Just when Ling Qingyu wondered if she should call Yang Qingyue, a ck sedan arrived.


    No need to look carefully because the exterior shape was too obvious. Ling Qingyu ran down to the entrance leading to the parking area.


    When she got to the scene, Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning had already closed the doors. Adjusting the crevices on her dress, Ling Qingyu made herself not so enthusiastic.


    But her eager eyes betrayed everything she prepared. Yang Qingyue''s cheek reddened under Ling Qingyu''s fierce gaze. The silence was presumed until Cai Ning coughed ufortably.


    The atmosphere between the two almost suffocated her. She dared say for sure if she didn''t disturb the scene, her stomach would not be able to take in more food because sweetness filled instead.


    Because dinner wasn''t ready, Ling Qingyu led them to another room to rx. A room closest to the garden with open space to entertain outside.


    The maid quickly brought drinks to serve the guest; Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue murmured thanks as they sat around the table with Ling Qingyu.


    As for Fan Xi and Ling Yunxiang, the two''s rtionship went up, and might have even forgotten the real owner of the manor. Ling Qingyu shook her head, amused.


    Her cheap sister always brought rays of sunshine around. However, such an innocent person encountered the world''s greatest malice. Even if she had done, nothing wrong, people tried to hurt her.


    Fortunately, she had Ling Qingyu and strong support from the family to tackle her psychology. Now with experiences and teachings from Fan Xi, Ling Yunxiang''s development could no longer be judged by Ling Qingyu.


    She had left everything to Fan Xi to mentor her cheap sister. And Fan Xi never disappointed her. She heard them, discussing their next destination by ident.


    It appeared they were going to part ways soon. The entertainmentpany they set up together under her sponsorship was underway and located in another province. She should prepare a temporary parting gift for Fan Xi.


    Even though she had lied to the great actress about being her fan, Fan Xi might have already understood the truth. She felt a little embarrassed. Indeed, she wasn''t a true fan but Ling Qingyu definitely lusted over Fan Xi''s figure and temperament.


    The curves and perks optimized to the best along with her soft delicate waist and a pair of enchanting eyes, foretelling hidden stories underneath her mesmerizing pupils. A pity, Ling Qingyu couldn''t persuade the goddess to stay.


    As for worrying about Lin Fan encroaching Fan Xi, Ling Qingyu had no worries. The goddess no longer had good impressions when the man tried to buy her underwear. Well, Ling Qingyu didn''t n to give it back either. She had a strange emotion when she held this beautiful fabric, imaging XXX scenes.


    Life was filled with separations and encounters, Ling Qingyumented and gazed at Yang Qingyue from the corners of her eyes.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om

 Chapter 358 Large Dinner together

    Eying Cai Ning suspiciously, Ling Qingyu asked: "Why are you here?"


    "Can''t I be here as well? I also want to load free food," said Cai Ning. "And this free food surpasses the quality of average hotels."


    Ling Qingyu rolled her eyes in dissatisfaction. She only invited Yang Qingyue and didn''t include Cai Ning.


    There was no way Cai Ning didn''t know. Of course, Ling Qingyu wasn''t narrowminded but her heart felt speechless at Cai Ning''s shamelessness.


    "So, are you going to stay for the night?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    "Naturally, since Sister Yang is staying, I will too." Cai Ning replied with a proud smile. "After all, I don''t like to be alone in the apartment. I even brought clothes in the car, which I''ll carry them after dinner."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyelids twitched. Indeed, she was so prepared. ncing at Yang Qingyue, Ling Qingyu smirked. The police chief was quieter than before.


    Both knew what would happen tonight. Ling Qingyu was more expectant; nheless, she dared not assume Yang Qingyue as a pure girl.


    When they kissed, the final winner belonged to Yang Qingyue. Who knew what would happen on the bed?


    Although Ling Qingyu had researched thoroughly on this matter, the practical skills remained questionable.


    Before they carried on with the topics, a maid stepped in from behind and informed the trio, that dinner was ready.


    The group walked to the dining hall and saw Amorette, Denise, and Mama Zhao, already seated and chatting around. Some chuckles and warm energy flooded across the hall.


    Ling Qingyu smiled unconsciously and stopped her steps. The maid, having led the way, continued her work, after finishing the task.


    Her heart received a subtle warmth, realizing how happy her elders had be. Out of everything she had done, this must be her biggest achievement. Her mother and her aunt no longer had any worries; Mama Zhao likely also thought the same.


    However, she and Zhao Xiurong didn''t stay with them for too long because their topics always transferred to the two''s marriage, regarding it as great importance.n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    Naturally, if Ling Qingyu was the original, she might not say anything. Zhao Xiurong always unconsciously mimicked Ling Qingyu''s character as someone she looked up to. Both might ept their elders'' urging and try to find someone, ording to the script.


    This might also be the reason why Lin Fan had taken advantage over her psychology and Zhao Xiurong''s. What a nasty world will at y here?


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning were puzzled at Ling Qingyu who suddenly paused and followed her warm gaze. They noticed the elders were waiting for them.


    While Cai Ning perceived happiness and enjoyed the atmosphere, Yang Qingyue turned her head away and nced at the surrounding scenery with guilt. Though Ling Qingyu always took the initiative, she felt guilty, meeting Ling Qingyu''s elders, especially her mother.


    Amorette looked beautiful and showed little to no signs of aging. She signed at the marvel of the genes. As for how Yang Qingyue knew she was the mother, simr appearance didn''t lie.


    "Let''s go. Say hello to my mother and my aunt. They are my rtives despite looking like foreigners." Ling Qingyu introduced in a low voice. "As for the other, she''s Sister Zhao''s mother. You know my secretary."


    Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue nodded. They hade regrly to Ling Qingyu''s residence. This was the first formal meeting with the three elders. Although they met them from a distance, they didn''t take note of their presence. Now that Ling Qingyu introduced, they must follow suit.


    "Yu''er, you havee," said Amorette, seeing her daughter apanied by her friends. She smiled gently at the two and nodded. "You must be Yu''er''s friends. Please, have a seat."


    "Mother." Ling Qingyu took a seat.


    "Thank you, aunt." Cai Ning and Yang Qingyue greeted the elder and sat down.


    Yang Qingyue was stiff as if she was being examined by the elders. Noticing her friend''s difort, Cai Ning snickered instead of providing support.


    Yang Qingyue red bitterly at Cai Ning. Their actions grabbed Ling Qingyu''s attention. Asking why, with her eyes, Ling Qingyu also noticed Yang Qingyue''s situation andughed inwardly. She patted her dear''s arm to expressfort.


    The elders watched their bicker and smiled. It was good to be young, everyone thought. Only Amorette narrowed her eyes as she observed the interaction between Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue.


    Though it seemed nothing more than close sisterhood, her intuition told otherwise. As an artist, she had senses beyond normal measure, Amorette wondered if there was something more going on between the two.


    Before she could study further, more diners entered. She was greeted by Ling Yunxiang and Fan Xi, causing her focus to divert. The kid was pleasing to the eyes, coquettish and soft, in contrast to her daughter.


    Unknown to Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue, their secret rtionship was nearly blown up, despite the secret was limited to the elders and a few people.


    Soon, Zhao Xiurong, Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu took their seats. Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue entered the scenest. No one knew what the two were up to these days. Everyone greeted the elders first.


    The maids brought several dishes onto the long table and served the dinner. The three elders were delighted to see themselves apanied by many younger ones.


    Today, seeing so many people reminded them of their cherished memories and smiles shed across their faces. Small talks ensued as people scooped their favorite meals.


    Sometimes, Amorette asked Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning, about their life and works. Since the two were new, the elders listened and made some judgment. They had indeed met before but hadn''t known each other deeply.


    Satisfied, Ling Qingyu''s connections and friends werepletely unreachable and unthinkable to most, Amorette had noints, while Denise acted more lively, teasing the girls and bragging about her fashion work.


    She expressed she would design one for every one to show off in the future. Of course, the girls thanked andughed it off and expressed that they were looking forward to the clothes.

 Chapter 359 Ling Qingyu attacked Yang Qingyue

    Amorette, Denise, and Mama Zhao left after they finished the meal. They didn''t want to put too much pressure on the young girls with their presence.


    Even though everyone acted close and heartwarmingly, they showed restraint. Indeed, as soon as the elders walked away, the volume of chatters increased.


    Everyone exchanged gossip. Among most, Fan Xi spoke the most, followed by Ling Yunxiang. Their topics always attracted people''s attention. Whose love affair scandal? Which director and the artist? Unspoken rules¡ªsome confirmed, some a mere rumor, some just personal attacks to cken a person''s aura just like Ling Yunxiang faced.


    Maybe she experienced the darkest times, and Ling Yunxiang''s childishness returned. She begged everyone to help artists who experienced simr events to her. Knowing fully well, that none of these big sisters had low statuses, Ling Yunxiang talked about her idea.


    Everyone agreed to help because it was more like a mere hand gesture for them. Ling Qingyu had Athena to assist her cheap sister in her endeavor. As long as there was something to do, she didn''t need to worry about the spoiled child.


    Fan Xi had amplework in the entertainment field. Zhao Xiurong had Ling Qingyu''s backing. Yang Qingyue, as a police chief, connected to officials, had great power. Cai Ning''s investigative power from her friends couldn''t be underestimated.


    No need to describe the perks brought by Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue. Only Su Ruomei and Jiang Yu exchanged nces and sighed. They were small fishes in front of these big whales.


    After finishing dinner, everyone separated, continued their work, or rxed the day. Ling Qingyu took away Yang Qingyue, leaving behind Cai Ning, who was pouting her lips.


    Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue invited her, seeing the figure alone. Cai Ning nearly burst out cursed words in frustration. She hadn''t had enough dog food and another couple tried to force in! She raised her middle finger in her mind, in tribute to the unscrupulous couples spreading indigestible food.


    Hang on, Cai Ning remembered, no one told her where to stay. As she looked around, everyone had disappeared. Luckily, she saw a figure shed by and ran toward it. Fortunately, it was Butler Lin, who could solve her problem for a night.


    Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue walked in pairs. This time, she served as a hostess, showing the guests around. During the night, Ling Qingyu''s residence was filled with lights from decorations andmps.n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    Each corridor shone brightly and emitted a mystique beauty. The only missing pieces might berge numbers of antiques to disy the owner''s inheritance.


    Since she bought it recently, Ling Qingyu didn''t mind such ack, despite the suggestion from Lin Xiao. Even though putting in more antiques and ssical decorations would raise her profile to the visitors, Ling Qingyu believed a person''s status came from strength, not bought by materials to show off.


    Yang Qingyue''s eyes drifted to ces pointed out by Ling Qingyu and enjoyed the night breeze. Shemented the manor''s architecture, including the deployment of aerodynamics. Even if their locations were in the center of the building structure, they could sense the wind.


    A view, not surrounded by tall buildings was a mystique beauty in Yang Qingyue''s eyes. They arrived at the third floor, looking downward toward theke. From a few lighting, Yang Qingyue and Ling Qingyu could see the shape.


    Yang Qingyue''s eyes alwaysid on the eight-story vis where her ''SWAT Member'' resided. Oh no, codenamed Spirit Fox now; the official name of CAITO.


    How envious of having money to spend? Yang Qingyueined. A huge vis, just for an office. An extravagant setting.


    She sensed warmth in her hand and looked down. Ling Qingyu''s hand grasped hers. She gazed upward, questioning, and only received a naughty smile from Ling Qingyu. Yang Qingyue sighed and didn''t say more.


    Ling Qingyu waved her fist in sess. The two roamed around for more than an hour, holding hands until they felt their stomach had fully digested the food. Ling Qingyu brought Yang Qingyue to her personal room and sat down on the cushion.


    A knock outside caused Ling Qingyu to open the door and found Lin Xiao with a bag.


    "Ms. Ling, the bag is what Ms. Cai requested me to deliver it to your room," said Lin Xiao.


    "Thank you very much." Ling Qingyu grabbed the bag and sent away her butler.


    Yang Qingyue''s skin kept blushing as she saw Ling Qingyu bringing in her bag. To cool off the heat, Yang Qingyue stood up and snatched away the bag and headed toward the bathroom. "I''ll take a bath first."


    Ling Qingyu was dumbfounded with her hand hanging in the air and shook her head with a smile. Oh, how cute! They weren''t a new couple in the first ce. They were already experienced, except for thest stage.


    Humming a joyful melody, Ling Qingyu hopped onto the sofa and bounced for a few times. She turned on the television until she could no longer concentrate after hearing water sshing on the floor from the bathroom.


    Listening to different sounds, Ling Qingyu imagined the scene inside and her nose felt hot. She sprinted toward the shelves and grabbed the bathrobe, then draped off her original clothes.


    Eh, she forgot the door might be locked after wearing a bathrobe. Nevermind, Ling Qingyu tried the knob and it was opened. Damn, such an opportunity couldn''t be wasted.


    In fact, even if the door was locked, it didn''t matter because Ling Qingyu had a key. Smirking, she slowly turned the knob and inched her way in and gently closed the door.


    Ling Qingyu watched with relish at the tone sculpture, water droplets flowing across the body. She held her breath and gulped, undressing her robe. She crept forward before hugging Yang Qingyue by the waist.


    Unsurprisingly, a yelp resounded. "What are you doing!"


    "Of course, I''m doing you." Ling Qingyu''s evilughter followed.


    "You! Hmmmm!" Yang Qingyue couldn''t finish her words as her sensitive skin was caressed and kneaded wantonly. Ling Qingyu didn''t forget to invade the parted lips and kissed her from behind.

 Chapter 360 Warning! High Energy alert!

    Under the shower, as the water cascaded over both of their skins, heat rose across their bodies. Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue danced to their heart''s content. Probably, Ling Qingyu was more so than Yang Qingyue, who was mostly surprised and unresponsive.


    Well, Ling Qingyu didn''t think so. However, she pursued the current advantage she held and showed it with her actions. Her left hand cupped Yang Qingyue''s chin and turned the direction toward her.


    Ling Qingyu inserted her tongue inside as it waged war over dominance. Due to the surprise, speed, and violence of actions, Yang Qingyue lost terribly without the slightest counterattack and moaned into Ling Qingyu''s mouth.


    Yang Qingyue leaned back as her body''s stability wilted a little causing Ling Qingyu to crane her neck forward. Pursuing the momentum, Ling Qingyu''s hands draped over the naked policewoman''s waist and rosed, rubbing back and forth.


    The water and soap allowed Ling Qingyu''s palms to slide smoothly without obstacles, letting Yang Qingyue enjoy her caress. Sensing diminishing resistance, Ling Qingyu attacked Yang Qingyue''s chest.


    She kneaded the two doughs to her satisfaction, eliciting moans from her lover. Ling Qingyu released Yang Qingyue''s lips, allowing her to gain a breath and bite the delicate ears. The stimtion from above and below spun Yang Qingyue''s focus. The policewoman was dizzy so much so under proficient hands.


    Since they were doing it so many times, Ling Qingyu knew where to pinpoint the exact erogenous spots.


    "Ah! Sister Ling¡­.Hmm." Yang Qingyue bit her lips and shut her eyes, as she only saw blissful white in her inner world.


    She couldn''t fight back and could only follow Ling Qingyu''s movement. Her palms covered Ling Qingyu''s helplessly.


    Not to mention, Ling Qingyu stuck to her from behind, leaving her no opportunity to fight back. She lost control the moment it began. She also didn''t dare to wrestle too much, for fear of hurting each other on the slippery floor and could only ept the enemy''s encroachment. Well, at least, she enjoyed and felt safe, that was enough.


    Soon Ling Qingyu''s hands separated, one stayed on the breast as it massaged wantonly, and the other slid downward between the two legs. Yang Qingyue instantly buckled her hips and hissed.


    "What''s the matter, baby?" Ling Qingyu asked in a low tone. "Can''t stand any longer? Why don''t you beg me?"


    Ling Qingyu''s finger even sensed the heating out and brushed lightly but avoided the important area. Yang Qingyue naturally moaned in dissatisfaction but begging never came to mind; she was adamant about who was on top.


    "Don''t even think about it, if you want to stay alone for the rest of your day." Yang Qingyue threatened back. Though her mind couldn''t fully concentrate, her sanity hadn''t disappeared.


    Ling Qingyu shrugged, not minding Yang Qingyue''s harsh words. Who didn''t want to preserve thest pride but was useless at the end of the day?


    She continued to squash the two balls in her hand to her joy, naturally changing left and right to ensure both suffered the same fate.


    To show who the boss was, Ling Qingyu''s hand on the chest focused on the mountain peaks and pinched them. Yang Qingyue catered ording to her movement and stretched her chest upward unconsciously.n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    As the movement continued, her body pressed more and more against Ling Qingyu''s, as if to melt into her body. Very soon, Ling Qingyunded the final touch, caressed the triangle area and kneaded, then everything broke loose.


    It was as if a valve was opened suddenly, the higher pressureshed out hard. Yang Qingyue squealed and her knees weakened, her figure totally out of stable support.


    If it wasn''t for Ling Qingyu holding her, she might have sttered onto the floor. Ling Qingyu''s nostrils smelled the light fragrancebined with the soap''s existence and sighedfortably.


    "The game hasn''t started and you''re finished?" Ling Qingyu teased.


    Yang Qingyue merely rolled her eyes and didn''t say a word but her blushing skin had betrayed her thought. Not sure if it was due to extreme sensation or because she was too shy to speak.


    With Yang Qingyue no longer able to move, Ling Qingyu lifted her up and decided to pause the session and concentrate more on finishing the bath.


    She soaped every part of the skin, ignoring Yang Qingyue''s ming eyes and also washed herself together. Fortunately, the water extinguished Ling Qingyu''s burning desire for a while. Otherwise, the two might not be able to get out of the bathroom.


    After a while, Ling Qingyu carried away Yang Qingyue in a princess hug. The policewoman leaned feebly without strength, exhausted from Ling Qingyu''s technique. Although the mind remained refreshed, the body wanted to bezy.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu had wiped everything clean but their hair remained wet. She could carry on the main theme but decided against it after health considerations. No one wanted to catch a cold because of yfulness and carelessness.


    She put Yang Qingyue on the chair in front of the mirror and carefully dried her hair, using a hair dryer. The howling heat blew across strands of the hairline, evaporating any droplets hanging on the hair.


    Closing the dryer, Ling Qingyu ced her face beside Yang Qingyue''s and smiled at the reflection. "Shall we begin?"


    Yang Qingyue nodded and smacked Ling Qingyu''s cheeks. "Love me dear. Just be gentle and mindful of not being too aggressive."


    "Naturally, who could bear to hurt my goddess."


    "Who knows? You''re indeed a wolf in human skin," humphed Yang Qingyue but her eyes turned warm. This bastard at least knew the importance, of not forgetting to take care of her wet hair before following the primal urge.


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu threw Yang Qingyue on the bed and strived to the main theme. Yang Qingyue curled up and covered her face, embarrassed under Ling Qingyu''s fierce gaze.


    This time, they were for real, no soothing touch nor outside techniques, but pure direct inside. Ling Qingyu pushed away the hands covering the face and kissed Yang Qingyue, her hands never forgetting to also warm up other vital zones.


    As Ling Qingyu''s head crawled in downward direction, Yang Qingyue catered to the warm smooches and kisses, drawing lines and patterns over her skin. When Ling Qingyu''s breath hovered at the real junction, Yang Qingyue shivered from pleasure.


    How proficient Ling Qingyu forey was that Yang Qingyue nearly climaxed! Not desiring to lose again, Yang Qingyue changed her approach, trying hard not to indulge but to her dismay, her mouth opened wide and uttered a sonorous song as soon as Ling Qingyu''s tongue began to work.


    "Oh heaven! Sister Ling!" Yang Qingyue clenched the white sheets underneath and threw her head into the bed. "Don''t¡­Don''t stop."


    Her waist seemed to lose gravity and floated toward Ling Qingyu. Her hips wiggled depending on Ling Qingyu''s rhythm. The only outlet for Yang Qingyue was her voice and her knuckles turning white.


    Soon, she couldn''t stand any longer and forcefully mmed Ling Qingyu''s head. Her head turned left and right as her hairline fluttered.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t expect her lover''s response to be so ferocious that she was stunned breathless by Yang Qingyue''s courage and realized perhaps this was body''s natural response.

 Chapter 361 Oh no! Ling Qingyu panicked

    Not minding Yang Qingyue''s behavior, Ling Qingyu continued twirling her weapon. She wasn''t too affected by the inability to breathe. Hard and harsh training in the past had perfected and enhanced Ling Qingyu''s figure and physique. In addition, her strength had mysteriously increased these days five times the mortal''s existence.


    Holding breath for 5 minutes seemed painless to her anyway. When Yang Qingyue finally twitched, Ling Qingyu had a chance to take in vital air from around. She hopped on top and continued kissing the disarrayed policewoman.


    Afterward, Ling Qingyu proceeded to the main dish as soon as she discovered Yang Qingyue had regained consciousness.


    "Gosh! I never thought this weird sensation turned out to be so good," murmured Yang Qingyue as she noticed Ling Qingyu ying with her body. "What are you doing?"


    "We still have yet to take the final step," said Ling Qingyu as she waved her two fingers.


    Yang Qingyue blushed and closed her eyes in shame. She had been dancing on the nine heavens just from a warm-up.


    As the two continued, Ling Qingyu observed Yang Qingyue furrowing and frowning, possibly from a tinge of some pain.


    To ease the difort of sudden intrusion, Ling Qingyu soothed by kissing more in a sensitive zone to ensure more lubrication. The first time was always painful, Ling Qingyu and Yang Qingyue were aware.


    So, they weren''t too shocked by the results. And both were strong women, who had trained and honed their skills. Such little pain meant nothing.


    Yang Qingyue hugged the back of Ling Qingyu''s neck and kissed forcefully, gnawing each other''s skin. She responded with passion and enthralling eyes. Two bodies snuggled together.


    The couple went through troughs and peaks together under the storm as they rocked in their own world, eliciting moans and murmurs of ecstasy they each felt. Half an hourter, the storm passed, and the heated room fell silent.


    In contrast to the spent and copsed Yang Qingyue, Ling Qingyu remained energetic. After resting for a while, Yang Qingyue told Ling Qingyu to stay on the bed while she prepared to reciprocate her move next.


    Ling Qingyu asked: "Be so simple. What are you nning to do, and why are you thinking too much?"


    Yang Qingyue smiled and put a finger on her mouth. "It''s a mystery for you. A perfect gift."


    Ling Qingyu watched with joy as Yang Qingyue struggled out of bed, proud of her deeds. Though a bit painful in the initial stage, the pleasure afterward made Ling Qingyu reluctant to stop.


    At the same time, she felt gratified by bing a woman. At least, no woman would reject her advances, and she could n greatly. She wondered if, if she were reced with another gender, getting closer with Yang Qingyue would take a long and arduous step. Being a woman was better.


    She heard the sounds of Yang Qingyue shuffling inside her bag and raised her brows. Her head tilted up to see, Yang Qingyue stumbling back, with hands behind her back, obviously wanting to surprise her.


    "You must promise me not to resist. Or else, I might never want to do it again." Yang Qingyue said.


    "Okay, not a problem." Ling Qingyu agreed. She never intended to defend Yang Qingyue.


    Ling Qingyu found Yang Qingyue''s lips curling upward and watched closely as she heaved onto the bed, pushing herself down on the sheets.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t resist and waited to see Yang Qingyue''s n. Indeed, Yang Qingyue didn''t let her wait, as she took out her hand from behind, holding a remarkable-shaped tool.


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes bulged as she spoke in panic. "You¡­You¡­ You''re ruthless."


    "Sister Ling, don''t be shy. Everyone will have this moment," said Yang Qingyue with a smirk.


    "I never expected you''d be such a perverted policewoman." Ling Qingyu blushed and said, "Don''te here!"


    "Please remember your promise." Yang Qingyue''s face didn''t change in the slightest, ignoring Ling Qingyu''s protests.


    The reason for Ling Qingyu''s nervousness was because Yang Qingyue brought a tool, aimed at lonely women. Everyone knew without a description. Nheless, the size and length were the causes of heightening Ling Qingyu''s anxiety. She admitted and regretted speaking too soon. She took back her words¡ªbeing a woman wasn''t any better.


    Very soon, loud, agonizing squeals of pigs being ughtered echoed across the room. Fortunately, the soundproofing effect was evident by the luxury standard. No one would know the terrible torture Ling Qingyu underwent.


    Of course, there was one exception¡ªAthena. As soon as she heard her mother''s scream, her eyes scanned the picture, and she immediately blushed. The CPUponents, which never increased in temperature, rose.


    "Ah, mother is too yful. Athena is an adult and should give Mother privacy," said Athena to herself as she stopped staring at the room. "Aunt Yang seems very powerful to press my mother easily. When can I admit my true identity to more people? *Sigh*"


    The next morning. The sun rose, and warmth seeped into the building. Entangled two bodies on the bed breathed ever so gently. Showing several parts of their bodies, white skin uncovered by nkets, the two presented the artistic concept of true beauty.


    One of the two figures, with their limbs intertwined, moved slightly and gently raised her upper body. Ling Qingyu blinked a few times before trying to stretch her body, but to no avail.


    Her legs felt restrained and heavy. Ling Qingyu looked downward and saw another white leg hugging her waist. Her mind instantly became clear.


    Remembering the madnessst night, a smile crept upon Ling Qingyu''s face, and she stared at Yang Qingyue with love overflowing from her eyes.


    Seeing the policewoman asleep and exhausted, Ling Qingyu wanted to make a move, but she eximed first.


    "Ah!"


    Her waist and her back were really sore. Ling Qingyu grimaced andughed bitterly. She indulged too much. Though she was initially overwhelmed by Yang Qingyue''s attack with the help of a tool, she soon waged the war of attrition. So many rounds and Yang Qingyue admitted defeat.


    Even if her weakness was being sensitive, Ling Qingyu''s endurance was ridiculously high. In terms of the number of rounds, she might lose, but her health could persist to the end until Yang Qingyuepletely slumped and copsed, immobile.


    "What''s the matter?" A beautiful grunt attracted her attention. It appeared her exmation woke her up.


    "Rise and shine, baby," Ling Qingyu said.


    "What baby!" Yang Qingyue snorted. "Whose yours?"


    "Good morning, Sister Yang."


    "Good morning."


    "Is your body fine?" Ling Qingyu asked with worry since even her strong body suffered slight soreness.


    Yang Qingyue pursed her lips bitterly: "Nope, I might not be able to work properly today. You''re too much."


    "Hey, it''s not like you, who wants to see me beg and didn''t get the result." Ling Qingyu replied. "You get what you deserve."


    "But you''re a monster." Yang Qingyue gasped as she straightened her body. "Hiss¡­ How could you have such strength and stamina?"


    "Don''t ask me. I don''t know myself." Ling Qingyu shrugged. "I guess it''s because Sister Tang trained me hard in the past few months."


    "Tsk¡­ I also want to train too," said Yang Qingyue enviously.


    "In any case, do you dare to challenge me again?" Ling Qingyu asked and red at Yang Qingyue.


    "Uh¡ªno." Yang Qingyue lowered her gaze in guilt.


    "Hmph, don''t think you can get my forgiveness by acting soft." Ling Qingyu threatened. "I still remember that your hand didn''t even save any energy pushing inside me." Ling Qingyu pinned Yang Qingyue and moved like she was about to get serious.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om


    "That-that, Sister Ling..." Yang Qingyue bit her lips. "I can apologize."


    Ling Qingyu''s eyes disy a glint of cunningness. "How are you nning to say sorry? Don''t think I''m easy to be satisfied."


    "Don''t worry." Yang Qingyue said it with confidence. "This method is considered to work the best. You won''t be disappointed." Yang Qingyue winked and looked downward as she swirled her tongue around her lips.


    Ling Qingyu''s throat went dry and she gulped from Yang Qingyue''s slutty gestures. "I''ll have to examine if you can even pass the qualification test before you talk too fast."


    "Then, I''ll serve you first, master."


    The two switched positions and Yang Qingyue focused on Ling Qingyu''s nectar next. Yanking her head back, Ling Qingyu cried: "Oh! Yess! That''s it." She didn''t forget to grip Yang Qingyue''s hair and head as she painted all over the police chief''s face.


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 Chapter 362 My boss is Lala

    Ling Qingyu looked calm andposed, no longer excited after venting all her emotion on Yang Qingyue. Her fingers buttoned up a short sleeve ck shirt, casual yet also formal.


    Afterward, she put on a long emerald skirt, with slits on either side and sat down in front of the tall mirror, fixing her hair.


    Yang Qingyue raised her brows at Ling Qingyu''s behavior. "You''re going to work early?"


    "What''s with your strange tone?" Ling Qingyu asked. "Is there something odd for me to go early?"


    "Yes, from what I have known of you in the past weeks," said Yang Qingyue.


    "When have you been observing me?" Ling Qingyu had a nk expression. She would never admit she had been indeed a littlezy, no longer workaholic. "Don''t you understand, I''m training hard."


    "Yes, indeed." Yang Qingyue responded perfunctorily.


    "Come on, Sister Yang. Your words make me sad." Ling Qingyu pouted her lips.


    Facing Ling Qingyu''s cuteness, Yang Qingyue turned her head away. She wasn''t going to buy someone''s pretense. "Don''t change topic. Tell me which girl are you meeting?"


    "Eh¡ª Ahem¡­How do you know?" Ling Qingyu asked.


    With a dead gaze, Yang Qingyue''s eyesnded again over Ling Qingyu''s. "I was just speaking nonsense and didn''t expect to nail the truth."


    Yang Qingyue raised her upper body, her hand still covered the naked skin with nket. "So, you''re not going to exin?" Enjoy new adventures from empire


    "Exin what?" Ling Qingyu pretended to be nonchnt. "I''m going to apany Nurse Yin to the bank to help her deal with some difficulties."n/?/vel/b//in dot c//om


    "Really?" Yang Qingyue sounded suspicious.


    "Of course, Sister Yin and Sister Mo are also close to me."


    "Sister Mo?"


    "That''s a doctor who took care of me, during my stay at hospital."


    "Alright, I though just a phone call could solve the problem."


    "Hey, you''re jealous, my dear." Ling Qingyu teased. "How about I solve the sourness for you." She swept her eyes up and down on Yang Qingyue''s figure.


    "No need." Yang Qingyue blushed. " I no longer have energy. Speaking of this, are you sure, you''re not a beast in human skin?"


    "Well, some people are born different." Ling Qingyu''s answer definitely enraged anyone who heard the words. Even Yang Qingyue wanted to p the arrogant''s head hard but her exhaustion dissuaded her n.


    In fact, the reason she strengthened dramatically, like three or four times humanity peak, was the ancient bracelet in her hand. ording to Miss System, who answered her question, probably after noting her confusion, pointed out the true culprit.


    In addition to colossal storage capability for both living and non-living things, the bracelet''s remaining energy inside and the one absorbed from outside, gradually transformed her body.


    "Go, go. Leave me alone lest I''m angry to death." Yang Qingyue waved her hand as if seeing the guest off. "I suggest you flirt with other girls instead of pissing me off."


    "¡­" Ling Qingyu was speechless. Excuse her, who was the real host? But since Yang Qingyue was so dear to her, Ling Qingyu decided to take a step back. Well, Yang Qingyue wasn''t totally wrong since she seemed like a scumbag too.


    "I''ll call Lin Xiao to help you bring the meals. You can tell her what you needter." Ling Qingyu told her partner everything she needed to remember. "She''ll mostly solve your problems but if you need me, just give me call. I''m always ready to take back interest."


    Ling Qingyu smirked as her eyes ate Yang Qingyue all over the skin. Seeing the policewoman''s darkened face, Ling Qingyu knew enough was enough and ran away, closing the door. A thud followed, probably a flying pillow aimed at her.


    Ling Qingyu went downstairs; it appeared the time was too early since only a few servants roamed around. She found Lin Xiao and asked her butler to bring refreshment to her room for Yang Qingyue. As for Cai Ning, when she inquired, the deputy chief had already left for work.


    Soon, Ling Qingyu ate her breakfast and said hello to the elders, quickly leaving before things escted to marriage affairs. Even if she had no fears fighting against officials and ruthless gangs, she still had lingering fear in front of the terrifying elders, whenever they mentioned her life.


    When Ling Qingyu got into the Bentley and stopped at the gate, she realized she hadn''t informed her guards about the n to apany Yin Jingfei to the bank. Now things backfired because the female guards prevented her from leaving without security arrangement.


    pping her forehead, Ling Qingyu bitterly expressed not to worry too much and persuaded to let her go. Even as her boss, she had to submit in front of these women. However, nobody relented despite only disying a few hesitation before bing firmer in their decisions.


    After all, Ling Qingyu was the boss. Since the employer demanded, the employees had to satisfy her. Nheless, they didn''t move a step and abode by their jobs.


    Helpless, Ling Qingyu waited. She never med her subordinates who were worried about her safety. A convoy was quickly arranged and set off. However, perhaps, to not take too much time, the security details became smaller. Only two SUVs escorted her.


    Back in Ling Qingyu''s room, a different scene yed out. Yang Qingyue already cleaned herself and weed Lin Xiao. She gnawed the food like she had been starved for a week, ignoring the Butler''s strange gaze. She really didn''t want to move a lot and had called Cai Ning for a half-day leave.


    Naturally, her childhood friend was pissed and shrieked out her protest. Staying with Ling Qingyu had let Yang Qingyue behaved simrly. Delegating power didn''t seem too bad.


    Cai Ning: I thank you?


    Zhao Xiurong: ???


    While Yang Qingyue''s thought hovered in another spectrum, Lin Xiao''s eyes glowed more and more wrongly. Why was this police chief in her boss''s room?


    She knew who Yang Qingyue was in the social medias and personally. But from Yang Qingyue''s appearance and state of mind, Lin Xiao could guess her boss and this woman had affairs.


    Shit! What a discovery. Lin Xiao thought she obtained a secret and began to fear whether Boss Ling wanted to silence her. After a thought, this wasn''t important¡ªthe two were both women. L Love.


    Ling Qingyu, the high goddess, admired by many, was ala. Lin Xiao''s brain suffered some electric outrage. Wait a moment, now that she noticed, there were really no men at all in the manor and residence belonging to Ling Qingyu.


    Her guess had a higher chance of being the truth. Since Ling Qingyu liked women, would she trouble the staff and her too, Lin Xiao calcted her future. Should she resist if Ling Qingyu made a move? Should she consider searching for other job opportunities?


    But the pay and treatment here was too good and she felt reluctant. Or, should she ept silently and enjoy? After all, both were women and she didn''t suffer, in terms of status and beauty. Such atmosphere seemed not bad.


    Lin Xiao patted her cheeks. No, why am I thinking crooked?


    She shook her head and decided to pretend she knew nothing. In any case, Ling Qingyu had never wronged anyone.

 Chapter 363 Crowds criticism

    Unaware her subordinate had set up fences against her, Ling Qingyu hummed a tune as she drove on the morning traffic, guided by Athena to avoid jams. She was even imagining what Yin Jingfei might wear for casual events since all the time she met her in nursing attire, which was definitely beautiful but she wanted to know more.


    Even though her security details were less than before, the guards serving as special police units to patrol had changed new routes so that they were near Ling Qingyu''s periphery at all times.


    Naturally, Spirit Fox never ordered anyone to patrol the prefecture on a regr basis. Only on their initiative, they went out and did the task, like hobbies.


    There surely would be time when Su Ruomei requested more patrols based on the situation.


    Ling Qingyu parked in front of the apartment she presumed Yin Jingfei resided in based on what the nurse told her and Athena''s confirmation.


    Usually, Nurse Yin also stayed at the hospital for a couple of days straight, depending on the workload. However, since she asked Ling Qingyu for help, the apartment became the ce to pick up.


    After shifting the gear to park, Ling Qingyu phoned Yin Jingfei. A few beeps, a hurried tone of apology entered her ears. Because the two had exchanged numbers, Yin Jingfei knew straightaway and guessed Ling Qingyu had already arrived.


    Ling Qingyu didn''t mind waiting for a moment since she was way earlier than the appointment. Not to mention, waiting for a beautiful woman didn''t increase any load.


    Tapping a few times on the steering wheel, Ling Qingyu felt a little bored. The early hour and weather caused few pedestrians to roam on the street.


    She could have yed with her phone to relieve her boredom. Perhaps, before training, she might do so. After being taught by Tang Ziyi, Ling Qingyu no longer dared to waste time through mobile phone usage.


    Her eyes never stopped studying the surroundings. She observed to pinpoint any strangeness that might be out of the ordinary. Her radar scanned around even if her guards were in the peripheral.


    Statistics showed victims who were targeted by malicious criminals were mostly the ones who had low situational awareness. And mobile phones exactly killed situation awareness.


    Of course, Athena was also with her but it didn''t hurt to observe personally. Unless something important demanded her conscious, she better stayed ready at all times.


    But whenever she gazed at the walking people on the street, nearly everyone was looking down at their phones, swiping their fingers on the screen, only to look up when there were obstacles ahead or attention was needed.


    Shaking her hand, Ling Qingyu didn''t delve into her thoughts toward humanity. A few minutester, she found Yin Jingfei''s figure, seemingly looking for her. Ling Qingyu got out of the vehicle and waved at her.


    Yin Jingfei smiled and waved back, quickening her steps. Both sat down and Ling Qingyu reached for the breakfast she brought from the manor¡ªpotato chips, a cup of juice, and a burger.


    Anyway, her cooks were superb in any recipes. She handed over the food to Yin Jingfei, who took the parcels with puzzled eyes.


    "It''s for you to eat. I''m sure, you didn''t even have breakfast," said Ling Qingyu.N?v(el)B\\jnn


    "Thank you, Sister Ling. How do you know or guess I haven''t had one yet?" Yin Jingfei asked.


    "Depending on your attire and quickly preparing, I''m sure you don''t have time to make one. If you ever have, it must be ready-made." Ling Qingyu answered.


    "I guess you have a point." Yin Jingfei agreed and started eating. "If I may in your car?"


    "Of course, don''t worry."


    Ling Qingyu stepped on the pedal and drove the vehicle out of the parking position. Their destination was toward the nearest government bank.


    As expected observing from outside, there would never be a day when there weren''t people lining up inside the bank, particrly in the connected world.


    Looking at the long line of people, it was no wonder, Yin Jingfei requested her assistance. Find your next read on empire


    Even she who didn''t like to use her power must agree. Pressing someone with a background was essential to avoid the staff trying to find problems. Such predicaments worsened in areas where corruption thrived because they could seek out money from the customers by posing various difficulties.


    She made a call and after informing about her presence, the two exited and walked in. They were naturally weed by the security, who punched some buttons into the machine and asked their purpose.


    Ling Qingyu smiled and pointed at the presumed ''manager''. The security guard backed off, knowing the two girls had the background to let the manager personally wee them.


    With a hippy smile, the manager greeted the two and led the way. Naturally, problems arose as the two women passed by the long lines. Comints from the people waiting for a long time.


    Some started to murmur and gradually grew in energy and began to have the courage to speak out.


    "Does having a family background mean, you can do anything you like?"


    "Yeah, people like us are lining up and thedies should do the same."


    "It''s unfair. Totally unfair, are we not all customers?"


    The crowds got excited as they spoke out their grudges. Lining up already consumed their patience and seeing someone taking advantage lit the sparks.


    Yin Jingfei became worried and grasped Ling Qingyu''s forearm. Where had she experienced bing the target of public criticism?"


    "Being rich means you can do anything? Even rich people must abide by rules."


    "Yeah. Are people from the other sses not human?"


    "¡­"


    Ling Qingyu wasn''t fazed by these attack and their moral kidnapping was no use. Didn''t people understand some people were more equal than others? They did and werepeting to obtain such influence. There would always be shes between different positions.


    She patted the back of Yin Jingfei''s hand to expressfort and continued walking, ignoring the crowd. She might have some pressure before practicing martial arts with Tang Ziyi.


    Now, Ling Qingyu had the power to say, invincible was lonely.

 Chapter 364 Anyone transfer a million, Ill give the same treatment

    "Look at the manager''s expression, there''s nothing at all. So, don''t worry too much. He''ll have to deal with the problems, not us." Ling Qingyu whispered against Yin Jingfei.


    Though a brush against her ears itched, Yin Jingfei''s mind wasn''t on Ling Qingyu''s behavior. The nurse nodded and calmed herself.


    Ling Qingyu understood Yin Jingfei''s unbearableness, most likely attributed from her profession. Experience new stories on empire


    The manager signaled the securities to pay attention should things escted while he stopped his step and gestured Ling Qingyu and Yin Jingfei to follow another staff member who would guide the path.


    "Let''s go," said Ling Qingyu as she dragged Yin Jingfei and acted like she was walking on the backyard.


    If Ling Qingyu showed her face, trouble shouldn''t appear but another problem of idolization would happen. After all, her worth and her identity stood tall like a giant against ordinary people.


    From two troubles, Ling Qingyu naturally chose the former. In addition, people like her didn''t want to waste time and the bank had to provide special offer, private service. Every second meant hundreds of thousands at the very least.


    If one bank didn''t offer, someone else would.


    After the twodies continued the steps, the crowd became more and more uncontroble. How dared someone ignore public anger?


    "Ladies and gentlemen, please listen to my exnation. Don''t be impatient." The manager raised her hand and shouted out but to no avail. His words wouldn''t reach their ears based on the noise level.


    Atst, the manager grabbed the mic from somewhere and spoke. The loud voice smashed the hall to silence.


    "This is the government institution. Please be mindful of your words and deeds." The manager warned everyone, particrly focused on people who had malicious mindset. "The twodies don''t break any rules. Indeed, they enjoy preference because their ounts have tens of billions inside our bank. If anyone can take out billion, I''ll offer the same treatment. No, a million will also do."


    The words sounded like a mockery as the crowd pursed their lips. No one had the audacity toin. Not saying million, they didn''t even possess ten thousands.


    Ling Qingyu smiled, listening to themotion while Yin Jingfei patted her chest in relief. "Whew, luckily things are solved."


    "It''s not luck; it''s strength, Sister Yin."


    "Yes, yes. Our Sister Ling is the greatest." Yin Jingfei followed up, sending rainbows to Ling Qingyu''s ears.


    As for how Ling Qingyu had billions inside the national bank, she remembered herpany''s finance. It appeared revenues from the past years were saved in the bank where she would also borrow extra to avoid debt when expanding business.


    However, this was no longer necessary and Ling Qingyu forgot. She was toozy to dodge tax payment with her current situation.


    Though she could save million in doing so, she didn''t bother about it. She left the worry to Zhao Xiurong.


    While under the guidance of the staff, Ling Qingyu stopped her steps as she heard the chatter. Now, they were in another area where themotion hadn''t spread here yet.


    Ling Qingyu heard a familiar voice and looked in a particr direction. Her pupils shrank as she discovered the speaker was Lin Fan.


    As expected, this chauvinist was flirting with the clerk. Indeed, Ling Qingyu admitted this girl exhibited a different beauty. Not too strong, not weak either. A little in between with innocent flower aura.


    However, Ling Qingyu didn''t bother to snatch away the girl from Lin Fan. The clerk wasn''t too much to her taste.


    Still, she should rob Lin Fan''s opportunity to deepen the connection. Anyway, she waspleting Miss System''s task¡ªshe had no guilt.


    As for whether the girl might face troubles which were prepared for Lin Fan to solve and show off, Ling Qingyu had considered this aspect and whispered to Athena.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om


    "Athena, investigate about this clerk and organize the information for meter. Should there be any immediate troubles this girl might have, you can help her solve it at your disposal."


    "Understood, Mom."


    Ling Qingyu decided not to think about the harem member snatching mission and was about to withdraw her eyes.


    Perhaps, sensing her gaze, Lin Fan nced in her direction and also discovered her presence. There was some form ofmunication between the two before Ling Qingyu narrowed her eyes and minded her own business.


    "Let''s go," Ling Qingyu said.


    ''What''s the matter, Sister Ling?" Yin Jingfei asked and tried to look at where Ling Qingyu gazed.


    "Don''t look. It''s Lin Fan."


    "What? Him! Where''s he?" Yin Jingfei looked around.


    "Stop your head movement." Ling Qingyu hugged Yin Jingfei and moved over. She noticed Lin Fan''s eyes dwelling over the nurse.


    Now that this stallion had taken note of Yin Jingfei''s figure, her jealously sprouted out. She must bar this man from touching those around her.


    Hmph! If he dared, even if there was a world will, she could ensure his life dropped to hell-like nightmare.


    She no longer feared about this man,pared to previous version a few months ago. What soldier king? What mercenary king? These were now side-dish for her.


    Of course, Ling Qingyu wouldn''t be arrogant to think herbat experience could match Lin Fan, just from her inhumane strength.


    However, she had confidence, her current personal power and that from her closemunity should crush Lin Fan''s allies.


    Ling Qingyu sped up her pace as if to escape from Lin Fan and was misunderstood by Yin Jingfei, who hugged back asfort.


    It must be hard on Sister Ling to have such type of man, Yin Jingfei thought and began to build up motivational speeches and words she ever known to soother Ling Qingyu''s frustration.


    Having no idea herpanion was thinking wrongly, Ling Qingyu focused on other concern. Lin Fan''s presence raised rm bell. Anyone close to him always faced dangers.


    His enemiesshed out on those surrounding him if they couldn''t find him or to vent their dissatisfaction. Nheless, Lin Fan served as a male main protagonist and the script had to follow.


    No need further proof, Ling Qingyu only needed to refer the two poor women, a daughter and a mother, kidnapped because of Lin Fan.


    Dangers followed Lin Fan because of his action or unexpected events urred wherever he went.


    A light bulb shone on Ling Qingyu''s head, and worries shed across her eyes. Ling Qingyu began to wonder if she should trust her intuition and leave the bank. Yet, Yin Jingfei''s figure made her conflicted.


    Relying on the sole called guess, Ling Qingyu couldn''t exin her reason to Yin Jingfei. She decided to quicken the process without wasting time and finished everything.

 Chapter 365 Alan again

    Whether Ling Qingyu''s premonition came true or not, she had nned to get away early. She no longer had desired to y officials routine with the bank manager, only wishing the man came to her service fast.


    On the other side, the female clerk, who was conversing with Lin Fan, followed his gaze and saw two women hobbling away.


    She wrinkled her forehead as she sneered¡ªMen were no good, always not satisfied with a single boat¡ªbut her expression didn''t change. As someone familiar with customer service, the clerk had learned to control her emotion from exuding outward.


    Not knowing the clerk looked down on him, Lin Fanughed and shook his head, and returned to flirting mode.


    "What makes youugh?" The clerk became curious. She wondered whether this man knew the two women, her eyesid on.


    "It''s nothing. I just thought about weird stuff." Lin Fan replied. "Forgive me darling, I was distracted."


    In fact, Lin Fan concluded Ling Qingyu still had emotions for him. Women were creatures, which reviled things belonging to them getting better.


    He sensed Ling Qingyu''s unwillingness to see him ying around. How could he be so sure? During the eye contact, Lin Fan understood perfectly from Ling Qingyu''s gaze.


    It appeared the cold CEO still longed for him. He must make strategic n of push and pull before hugging her, Lin Fan sneered.


    And he had to admit, the woman beside Ling Qingyu looked equally stunning. He even sighed his decision to move away was too hasty. Lin Fan realized many beautiful women, ranking higher than 8 or 9 and above, surrounded Ling Qingyu.


    Once he took her down, wouldn''t they also belong to him. He should contemte the possibility and go with his idea. He didn''t believe his cupid experience wouldn''t work on Ling Qingyu. One day, she would be in his grasp.


    If Ling Qingyu knew, someone had misunderstood again, she might puke in disgust. She wasn''t exchanging sparks with Lin Fan. In fact, she was shing middle finger at the stallion. Why were people so narcissistic nowadays? Ling Qingyu would definitely think in this way if truth unraveled before her.


    She had just escaped from protagonist''s eyes and entered the tiger den again. What was this fate? However, these remained unknown to Ling Qingyu and she might be pissedter in the future, after discovering the reason Lin Fan kept pursuing her.


    City N police station. Bang!


    Cai Ning pped her desk and almost threw away the phone in her hand. But remembering her three months sry couldn''t suffice, she gave up and slumped on the chair.N?v(el)B\\jnn


    Yang Qingyue just called her, informing that she would be taking a leave because of work injury. Work injury, her ass! Cai Ning wanted to swear regardless of her position and image. She didn''t mind risking her reputation at work. Hmph, Yang Qingyue, you betterpensate me next time.


    Well, she never expected Ling Qingyu was an expert to vent the respected police chief to the point of near cripple. She regretted she couldn''t see such scenes of Yang Qingyue being overwhelmed.


    How much she also desired to participate? Threesome? Cai Ning spat out cutely as she smacked her lips against her palms, as if rubbing away weird energy.


    Though she couldn''t control herughter, mocking Yang Qingyue''s physique and her yfulness to this extent, her happy mood transformed abruptly, when all the mess this bastard left behind was on her. Now, the crying one became her.


    Since Yang Qingyue nned to increase public image of City N police station and regain confidence and trust from the citizens, all resources were utilized. One of them was channeling through anchors and borrowing their experiences before the station setup its own channel.


    For now, the official channel already existed but the subscription rate remained low. The public rtion department encountered great difficulty retaining viewership. With popr anchors'' participations, Yang Qingyue aimed to strive higher viewers.


    Today was the day, Yang Qingyue must meet one of the invited anchors¡ªn, who posted the rescue scenes of Spirit Fox on the inte and became hot identally.


    Yang Qingyue had asked her subordinates tomunicate and sessfullypleted the mission. n also replied his interest in the n.


    Therefore, the two party hit off. Currently, her childhood friend loved the new and forgot the old. Where was the real Yang Qingyue, who fired sugar bullets at her?


    Huh? She seemed to discover the real reason Yang Qingyue couldn''t let go of her and worked under her leadership. Every workload was on Cai Ning. Oh, she thought she escaped heavy pressure after quiting MSS, but closed one was more ruthless. Sure enough, the great man''s saying of the past weren''t wrong. Rtives'' negativity was more dangerous than strangers.


    Breathing in and out, Cai Ning released all her Qi power (air XD). Sure enough, a telephone, belonging to her workmunicator rang. She answered the call from downstairs, informing her that n had arrived waiting for her.


    Cai Ning put down the receiver and rubbed her forehead while cursing at Ling Qingyu. She suspected she would be more and more busy in the future after the couple tasted the forbidden fruit. These two were indeed her nemesis.


    On the ground floor, n was speaking to his audience with the recording device. His wife, Lin Bing sat on his side, helping her husband. It had been so long since they arrived at Province N and rode the roller coaster on the first day.


    However, seeing City N and the prefecture improving in safety standard, they decided to spend more time. Besides, sincest rescue scene reaching national event, he gained huge sums of fans, both foreigns and from Country C.


    His wife also decided to help with his rare opportunity to interact with City N police force. Not to mention, they were sponsored by the police chief and the amount wasn''t small. Furthermore, gaining new connections in officialdom from people in thew enforcement situation seemed beneficial, no matter the perspectives, both for his inws or his family during the stay here.


    And he was also exhrated, cooperating with police and witness their actions. As boys, they had childhood dreams of serving the country one way or the other. Even if no one wanted to face dangers personally, they still imagined the scenes of themselves defeating evil and been righteous.


    From Lin Bing''s perspectives, her husband had finally taken another steps in thedder. Whether thedder was of any use, people of the Country C respected officials. Hearing someone familiar with one, raised the family''s prestige among neighborhood. A strange culture if known by other continents.

 Chapter 366 Cai Ning as public image

    Such near-like worship for officials created endless greed and was easier to be the breeding ground for corruption, as checks and bnces had a missing element¡ªthe people.


    Officials themselves were arrogant, not regarding themselves as mere public servants, who were working for the people and were paid by the people, along with some benefits because ordinary people couldn''t make a proper decision for the country or had no time.


    It wasn''t wrong to call them, they were electors, serving as representatives, not to indulge in wealth and power. The psychological seesaw dictated whether the government could emerge as less corrupted or an evil system.


    n and Lin Bing moved their eyes toward the new figure because the surrounding became quieter, particrly officers who had loud voices, conversing with the people or criminals brought in.


    Both knew this person might be a higher authority because everyone paid attention to details, not wanting a bad impression of themselves.


    They saw a policewoman exuding vibrant energy and felt a sense of coercion as she walked in their direction. Wearing a blue and ck uniform, with a skirt and a pair of ck high-heel boots, reaching above the knees, this policewoman depicted alluring to another level.


    Tight fit sculpting her great figure, the woman paused her searching gaze at the couple. Both understood this should be the responsible person meeting them.


    However, the serious atmosphere was disturbed by a gulping sound. n felt pain in his waist and looked down. A hand twisted his fat skinyer mercilessly and cold sweats formed on his forehead.


    Looking upward, n chuckled nervously, trying to mitigate Lin Bing''s aggression. He just admired a beautiful policewoman who could be a supermodel. Any male would behave the same as his. He swore he had no other intention.


    [Pfft! n''s painful expression yet not daring to exim is so funny. He''s definitely suppressed by his wife.]


    [I love the couple''s interaction. It never ceases to be boring.]


    [Does anyone realize n gulp? I can make a strong judgment ording to Lin Bing''s jealous behavior, n is salivating at another beautiful girl.]


    [Above, we''re at a police station. That means the culprit should be police flower.]


    [Police flower. Wow, what kind of woman can stun Our n? She must be no simple based on n''s reaction.]


    Theizens were extremely curious of the identity of the police flower and urged n to turn the camera but n didn''t react to their demand and their chatters brought amusement to other audience, ncing at the lively chatbox.


    "Ouch! Please forgive me, wife. Give me some face," whispered n with a red face.


    Female officers attending to the coupleughed, not feeling strange at the reaction. They knew many people reacted simrly the first time they saw Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning.


    Their sexiness stood at another levelpared to other beauties in the entire department. Moreover, their superior''s aura formed a killer move against any males.


    Many male officers wished to gain the two goddesses'' favors but no one dared to make a move, even after several nning. Because once they stood in person in front of the two chiefs, their courage wilted.


    "I presume you are Mr. n. Wee to City N police station." Cai Ning stepped forward, her eyes taking notes of Lin Bing''s vinegar.


    Lin Bing released her grasp and n waved and hurriedly greeted back. "Hello, you can call me n and this is my wife, Lin Bing, I havee for an appointment."


    Lin Bing nodded, apparently satisfied with her husband''s openness. Cai Ning smiled at the woman and thought these two were funny.


    "Yes, I know. Chief Yang is on sick leave today. I''ll take over her work," said Cai Ning. "Allow me to introduce myself. Vice-chief of the station, Cai Ning."n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    "It''s a pleasure to meet you, Chief Cai." n and Lin Bing responded.


    "The pleasure''s all mine," replied Cai Ning.


    While Cai Ning spoke, the pop-ups inside the chatbox grew like a sponge, almost making others hard to read the text. Everyone became more excited, hearing the voice. All agreed this was the tone of a female mafia boss with slight coldness and domineering energy.


    Some even shouted their knees were weak. Step on them, please. Anyway, the heat had turned into 18+ scriptures.


    "Is the police chief doing fine?" Lin Bing asked with some worries because out of all the police chiefs she had known, the one in this station had excellent performances and incorruptible steelwill. She had confidence under the current chief''s lead, the province''s safety should improve in the future, which meant a higher safety level for her parents.


    She didn''t want this one to fall out of the chair due to health issues. Of course, other officers who heard the information nced at Cai Ning with trepidation. They just had good days, were respected by many, and were scared to lose these precious gifts.


    Cai Ning had her lips twitched. Why was everyone expressing worries? That bastard should be sleepingzily.


    "Don''t worry. She''s merely taking a rest after working hard the entire night." Cai Ning bit the word¡ªhard. "I''m someone who has grown up with her since childhood; so, I''m sure after taking a day off, she''lle back with a full battery."


    "That''s a relief to hear," said Lin Bing.


    "Let''s focus on your part. Let me express, representing the station, I express my gratitude for helping us." Cai Ning bowed her head a little.


    "Please don''t do this, Chief Cai. I''m happy to contribute to your police work." n and Lin Bing hurriedly rejected Cai Ning''s action. "It''s also our citizens'' responsibilities to ensure ourmunities are safe."


    "I''m thrilled to hear your thoughts and it''s a great relief for all of us." Cai Ning paused. "Chief Yang put emphasis on public rtions affairs and to cooperate with professionals. Are you live broadcasting at the moment?"


    "Eh? Ah! Do you need me to turn off right now?" n asked with panic. He understoodw enforcement agencies paid attention to confidentiality seriously. Even though he obtained consent from the officers on the ground floor, when the chief asked, he didn''t know if he had done wrong.


    "No need to turn off the device now. The follow-up video production must be carefully edited to ensure some secrets aren''t leaked, making live-broadcasting impossible."


    "I understand. How can I cooperate?"


    "You can participate in a policing event this week and record the activities. The final edit must go through our supervision so that we can blur or cut some scenes." Cai Ning exined.


    Lin Bing and n epted the deal happily. These were usual procedures. But they felt pity, losing a live broadcasting opportunity, which had its special attraction.


    Seeing their expression, Cai Ning smiled and added: "As for live broadcasting, I''ll give you a chance today where I''ll answer your fans'' inquiries and introduce briefly about our work."


    n became exhrated. Lin Bing was also surprised. Both knew the scenario was a rare opportunity and thanked Cai Ning. "Does Chief Cai have any ideas?"


    "Well, since I have seen high interest in our police vehicles in the past months, let''s begin with our police fleet."


    "It''s awesome. Don''t say about theizens; we''re also curious and want to find out if police vehicles have any secrets?" n nodded and spoke.


    "Then shall we go and see our fleet." Cai Ning suggested.


    "Of course."


    "Does your fan have any special request?" Cai Ning suddenly was curious about the bubbling interaction, she saw on the device screen. Although she wasn''t a tech geek, she still knewmon sense that she could sense excitement from these viewers.


    n read theizens'' request, ignoring strange remarks and showed embarrassment on his face.


    "What''s the matter?" Lin Bing grabbed the device and soon had the same expression.


    "Don''t worry about offending me. I can give you a simple answer of yes and no, with their demands. There''s no need to feel troublesome," Cai Ning answered her thought.


    "Actually, the chatbox is filled with one demand. My fans like to see you and know more about you. They want to discover what a true police flower is." n said with a wry smile.


    "Chief Cai doesn''t need to care about their demand. We always encounter such scenarios." Lin Bing remedied to avoid offending Cai Ning.


    "¡­" Cai Ning stopped and asked. "So, they demand to see me on screen."


    n and Lin Bing nodded.


    "Sergeant Mi, care to apany me today."


    "With pleasure, Ma''am."


    "Mr. n and Mrs. Lin, follow me first," said Cai Ning.


    n and Lin Bing shrugged and tagged along behind Cai Ning and Sergeant Mi, purposefully neglecting the demands on the screen and turning it ck. The crowds were whining in despair.


    However, both didn''t want to pressure Cai Ning and made such a decision. Since the vice-chief avoided talking, they mustn''t be shameless to continue pursuing.


    "In fact, Mr. n and Mrs. Lin don''t need to feel troublesome. Although I don''t like to show off my identity and attract more nuances, I can ept the camera lens," said Cai Ning after a while. She was telling the truth. Her line of work had forced Cai Ning to appear on camera vision rarely and she felt a little unwell.


    Nheless, taking in a high-ranking position came at a cost and Cai Ning knew she had to take the step someday.


    Upon hearing positive news, n and Lin Bing exchanged nces and sighed in relief. "In that case, I''ll turn on the screen and start recording again. Is there anything I''ll have to pay attention?"


    Cai Ning: "No, you can be at ease. I''ll remind you when the timees."

 Chapter 367 Peace because of a few protecting in silence

    [Wow! I''m so excited to see our police flower in our prefecture.]


    [Hey, I envy you above. Being able to live under their control.]


    [Excuse me, I''m confused. Are you cussing me orplimenting me truthfully?]


    [ROFL. The two above are funny. In any case, it never hurts to watch today''s live broadcast. Mr. n did a good job. Even his stunned expression isn''t pretending.]


    [Eh, everyone, I think we''re focusing on the wrong issue here. Don''t you hear what the policewomen say? Please notice her rank.]


    [Well now that someone mentions it, I also take note. I remember she says she''s the vice police chief of the station. Expert! Come out to see what''s the rank of vice-police chief.]


    [Keyboard warriors ready!]


    [Me too.]


    [Me three.]


    [Enough with the childishness, I''m dizzy with +1.] The audience was speechless with their yfulness.


    [Shit! This woman''s rank is very high. Based on the age we can estimate from the voice, there''s no way she obtained the position cleanly.]


    [Someone, please be careful with wording. Judging the cover also makes mistakes. Don''t rush into foolish conclusions.]


    [Or what? It''s these guessing that we find illegal transactions. We must fight against unfairness.]


    [Yeah, ording to the ranking system, she should be superintendent at the minimum to qualify for the post. With her age, it''s highly unlikely.]


    [uh-oh, nepotism is at y here. Some PR department will handle us soon.]


    [Seriously, no one will say a word if the policewoman was a senior but now people judge quickly. What''s the matter with being young? If you have skills, you can sit on it. Not to mention, special case needs special care. Subordinates aren''t fools. If they don''t like her, there''s no way she can garner respect.]


    [Yeah above, totally agree, I have no idea what''s the matter with some boys and girls, poking out. It''s like old ones solve problems. I won''t deny seniors have experiences, iparable, but sometimes, younger people take initiative rather than dying. It''s like people thought old ones did better by dying the inevitable oue instead ofing up with a solution that hit dead-center.


    They are usually too conservative, and not suitable for extreme situations like in Province N. Yes, younger ones are bold and take risks. Sometimes it might not work well but at least they try rather than taking the people to a slow death. The old''s job is simple that is to try to guide the young one from losing his or her control.]


    [Exactly, I feel suffocated until I discover there are still sane people in the audience. However, I''m curious how Ms. Cai Ning got promoted.]


    [It doesn''t matter to me as long as I can see her. Let''s hope she isn''t taken. Otherwise, I mightmit sprees of crimes to see her.]


    [The above is dangerous. Everyone pay attention lest we miss the future criminals.]


    [haha.] The barrage turned intoedy again.


    Even though Cai Ning was suspected by many, sane people understood her character was essential to the current reform and police work required in Province N. Had anyone known an old person, who solved a simr crisis?


    No, what they did was elongating so that their names weren''t on the history list. What happened next was the me shifted to the unlucky person who obtained the position at the wrong time. These happened a lot in politics.


    n nced briefly at the fierce discussion and thought about what he would ask next. He wouldn''t be foolish to directly point out what his fan desired.


    "Chief Cai, would it be bothersome for you to describe your experience?" n asked as he pointed the camera in Cai Ning''s direction.


    "Not at all." Cai Ning turned around and smiled. "It''s nothing interesting for the person involved but since you want to know, I hope it doesn''t sound dull."


    [¡­] The barrage stopped in silence and spurted out like a mess after a few seconds. Cai Ning''s forward walking posture as she paused her footsteps to turn around created a splendid picturesque with her slightly tiled face.


    The audience clearly could examine Cai Ning''s beautiful back and curves. The gorgeous outfit she wore despite seriousness exuded from the uniform. Her choice of long boots further aroused everyone''s passion inexplicably.


    Uniform temptations along with a perfect figure and a stunning face made Cai Ning irresistible. Pair these factors with a special angle or golden angle, Cai Ning appeared; even n watched in gape.


    However, a timely cough poured cold water over n to regain hisposure to avoid sleeping on the floor tonight. Lin Bing red at n but didn''t say more. She was also attracted by Cai Ning''s appearance. The same gender wasn''t spared showing how lethal Cai Ning exhibited.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    "Not at all Ms. Cai," said Lin Bing when n still hadn''t replied. "We would love to hear the experiences you share. Forgive my husband''s slow reaction, in fact, I''m also struck hard by you. You''re wordlessly beautiful."


    "Why, Thank you," said Cai Ning in a happy mood. No one dislikedpliments, particrly sincere ones. "You''re beautiful as well, Ms. Lin. I''m certain Mr. n has great luck to have you."


    "It better be, hmph." Lin Bing nced at n with meaningful eyes. Cai Ning watched with interest at the two''s rapport. However, annoyance shed past her mind, recalling Yang Qingyue''s gleeful enjoyment.


    "To your question, I serve in a special unit, which I can''t say cuz it''s confidential and my work was as well." Cai Ning thought and exined. "To crackdown on serious crimes and enforce drugs¡­etcetera which I can''t delve into further. Honestly, I''m sorry about the non-disclosure article, I really cannot say it."


    n and Lin Bing were amazed, not expecting Cai Ning''s background to be so deep. Some might regard Cai Ning as bragging without evidence, but they understood she was telling the truth. Their intuition proved the feeling. Besides, what could Cai Ning gain from lying to them?


    "It''s amazing, Ms. Cai. It appears your works are secretive," said n.


    "Indeed, that''s the correct terminology. I''ve seen many that I couldn''t bear to describe and witness the horror of what humans could degrade to. During those years, I help solved several sessful cases and soon became a team leader." Cai Ning replied.


    "Ordinary lives in the world of bliss and ignorance because of people like you," said Lin Bing as she sighed.


    "So long as people acknowledge what we did, we''re satisfied." Cai Ning responded like an experienced official. "Our sacrifices are worth it, seeing people''s smiles and warm scenes. As always, no one fancied being discriminated and misunderstood because of our job. There might be rotten fish and shrimps but I want to tell the public, there are still people who yearn for the light."

 Chapter 368 Playful Cai Ning

    (Correction: Lin Bing is actually Li Bing. Heck, I don''t know about readers, even author is confused. Next time, if there is, I will write English names with German Background.)


    Cai Ning rubbed her forehead with the back of her hand. She didn''t know if she was imagining stuff, she felt droplets of sweat. This was the first time she had to deal with influencers, in front of so many people on live.


    Even talking to a high-ranking politician didn''t increase her heart rate. But talking with someone she could easily deal with consumed so much energy. She wondered if Yang Qingyue hadn''te to work on purpose.


    She should strangle her neck once Yang Qingyue returned to prove her hours weren''t so free. As for fear of offending Mother Yang, Cai Ning didn''t care because Yang Qingyue and her mother were the ones who robbed her from MSS in the first ce.


    Cai Ning listed what she had done in the past like telling stories, depicting horrors and cruelty, and effectively portraying the mindset of criminals she encountered.


    As for dirty deals and corruptions she had investigated, these were better not to be known. It wasn''t that she covered up. She feared knowing these might bring panic and some parties with interest might exploit and cause havoc in the country.


    "So, Chief Cai, do you expect to get promoted to this position?" Li Bing asked what many wanted to know. Based on Cai Ning''s words, they were certain, she didn''t have much ambition or lofty ideals. She was more of a doer than a nner.


    "I never have such an idea. Sister Yang, the current police chief in case you forgot, requested help so that I can handle her case," answered Cai Ning. "I thought I might simply solve her problems as a favor and return to my original post."


    "Then, what happens?" n asked.


    "She never let go after I finish. With her connections, my boss transferred me here without my knowledge. At a moment''s notice, I was promoted and now serve as vice-chief beside her, more like a secretary."


    "So, Chief Yang forced you based on your words, is that what you''re trying to tell?" Li Bing chuckled and asked.


    "Totally. Absolute truth. It''s a nightmare to manage a station and allocate manpower. You have no idea, how much workload has increased these days?" Cai Ning replied. "By the way, I don''t work here before. I''m affiliated with the Central Government in the capital."


    "Wow, in the capital. You must be so good at what you do." Lin Bingplemented.


    "Of course, I won''t be humble with the description," Cai Ning said with pride. Her proud expression resembled a child asking for praise from parents.


    n and Li Bing found her cute. The same went for audiences. Frankly, after Cai Ning''s introduction of her biography, nobody found Cai Ning''s current promotion strange.


    She had a wide range ofworks, and a friend from a huge background, and her experience and merits, too many uncountable in her file. Such a hardworking person deserved a raise.


    Naturally, there were a few who always thought in a bad direction, their minds reaching out to the darkest possibilities.


    "Is there anyone who doubts my qualification on your screen?" Cai Ning smiled and asked.


    "No!"


    n and Li Bing blushed, ashamed that their thoughts to hide the audience''s suspicions were easily unveiled. Then, they realized, as expected of the Special Investigator, just from their words, Cai Ning immediately guessed the situation.


    "To answer those who still think wrongly, sometimes, well almost, career progression is luck. Qualifications and merits fail if you don''t focus on personal rtion." Cai Ning lectured a rare advice. "My case can''t be replicated. I somehow, obtain connections without the need to curry or cater to others.


    Since my aplishments and years of experience have filled in the gaps, all that is needed is a push from a strong background. It''s like writing a CV and cover letter. Your qualifications have to depend on luck. If there is a rmendation, you have a higher chance because you''re getting noticed."


    [Hey, my wife Cai said everything. Are there still people who are unwilling? Luck is also part of your strength.]


    [What''s your wife? It''s mine. Don''t try to take away someone''s belonging.]


    [Let''s ignore the two children and focus on what Chief Cai exins. Indeed, in life, sometimes luck ys a huge role. An example of CV and HR management style is a goodparison. So, everyone, please don''t give up just because you met roadblocks. Survive and keep endeavoring!]


    "Alright, let''s forget about those and focus on the present. I hope you two aren''t angry with me wearing small shoes." Cai Ning teased.


    "Small shoes?" n and Li Bing were puzzled. Why would Cai Ning do that to them?


    "Actually, I could have taken you directly via elevator but I''m now going through stairs toward the parking space underground." Cai Ning exined.


    n and Li Bing had darkened faces. Both didn''t expect the vice-chief with a suffocating serious aura to have a yful side. Cai Ning and Sergeant Miughed in joy.


    "I won''t kid you around. At least, it''s good for your health. Especially you, Sir. You should exercise. I can even hear your breathing change from miles away," Cai Ning said. "Be careful if you don''t satisfy your pretty wife, she might be poached away."


    n: "¡­"


    Li Bing: "¡­"


    [Pfft. Wife Caipletely suppresses our n. Come on, Mr. n. Don''t let us, men be underestimated.]


    [You sure you want to face this policewoman. ording to her, she''s definitely a specialist in the agency. You''re all spicy chickens and side dishes in front of her.]


    [What I like is her style, casual and formal, adjusting perfectly. I can see why she''s doing fine in the force.]


    [I want to see: what Li Bing thinks at the moment. Should she agree or back up her husband? A tough decision.]


    n''s corner of the mouth twitched while Li Bing didn''t know how to address the issues. But her reaction wasn''t dyed as she snatched away the recording device and pointed the camera at her husband.


    n''s expression of having eaten and swallowed a red chili broughtughter to the barrage. Li Bing also wanted to smile if not to avoidmitting a friendly fire incident.n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    "Haha!" Sergeant Mi erupted a roar ofughter, not minding about her act of destroying someone''s stage, and joked, further throwing salts to the wounds. "Mr. n, you must also guard against women too. Don''t underestimate their approach lest you regret it in the future."


    Can anyone please stop mentioning his strength, n thought bitterly. External strength meant nothing. At least, he could wage war with his wife for over an hour easily, despite having to address muscles'' wear and tearter on.


    He dared not say out his inner thoughts to the three women. As a man, he better endured and proved to his wife tonight. How brave to condescend husband''s abilities, based on outsiders'' words.


    Threatening or retorting the two policewomen, n wasn''t an idiot to seek death. Previous banter had proved these two were tigress with skills. He was seeking abuses if he continued the fight.

 Chapter 369 Advertising

    "Now, let''s witness our police fleet, everyone. Behold the sight," eximed Cai Ning, as she gestured toward various parked vehicles, from vans, sedans to SUVs and wagon.


    n and Li Bing hissed and their reactions satisfied Cai Ning''s and Sergeant Mi''s vanity. From outer appearances, no one in Province N dared to underestimate their officers.


    Rows of vehicle exhibiting strength and discipline rushed into their sight. Even the audience behind the screen gasped, including those who were aware of the changes in Province N.


    Seeing is believing. They had heard about the reforms and equipment upgrades. Yet, no one expected the station had surpassed the entire country and might perhaps reached global top stage based on the fleet number and its design.


    "Oh my gosh! You guys, look at the brand: Jaguar. I''m sure it''s thetest model." n shouted excitedly like a boy seeing his new toy. "I''m not going to talk about Volvo and BMW but Jaguar, luxury sedan¡­"


    Li Bing didn''t know the brands but she admitted the sight and modifications seen on the vehicles was stunning.


    "And these bikes? What brands are these? I haven''t never seen exquisite yet mighty design with a strongpliance to aerodynamics." n also noticed the arrays of motorbikes and stated, touching his hand over the metallic smoothness. "HongQi? What''s that?"


    The barrage also followed suit. No one knew HongQi or very few did but didn''t say it out. Maybe, some had heard of the stigma.


    "These including the cars are donated by Ms. Ling. I''m sure if you stay in Province N for long, you might have heard of her," Cai Ning said.


    "We haven''t heard of the name." n and Li Bing exchanged nces, a little embarrassed. They had stayed for long and hadn''t known famous one, listed by Cai Ning.


    Cai Ning parted her lips and closed them. She really desired to see what Ling Qingyu''s face be like if she knew there were still people who couldn''t recognize her in Province N.


    Look you are still human, Cai Ning wanted to p her face and crushed her arrogance. Well, not that she hated Ling Qingyu; it was definitely close sisterhood that sought to see others, embarrassed.


    [Jeez, we might need to educate our n. Friends of Country C!]


    [Orders.]


    [Everyone ready to be a teacher.]


    Of course, some in the barrage who also didn''t know, look up on the inte. After ncing at the barrage, n and Li Bing had a gist of Ling Qingyu''s information.


    Realizing the age and wealth, along with her reputation and status, n and Li Bing felt incredible. Cai Ning clicked her tongue; she took back her words of wanting to p Ling Qingyu. Instead, she was pped, right here, right now.


    Cai Ning cleared her throat. "Well, in any case, Ms. Ling has helped us a lot in terms of hardware. We, the police, are grateful; you can ask Sergeant Mi here, how our officers think of her."


    "Indeed, we love her charisma and confidence. Her help has improved our work efficiency. Not to mention, she shows great care, making us feel worth it to choose dangerous profession as our career." Sergeant Mi pped lightly as she said.


    Naturally, n and Li Bing were in awe hearing their description. When they read the barrage''s messages, further details were known such as Ling Qingyu''s donation for patients who couldn''t afford medical fees and more. Such a phnthropist was known as ruthless maniac by business circle.


    The dichotomy intrigued the couple to investigate further about Ling Qingyu. Cai Ning added: "As our sponsor, I think I will have to advertise for my benefactor. Some of the audience might know what HongQi products are. It''s Ms. Ling''s automotive industry, a new venture she''s going into at the moment."


    "Let''s take a look at the motorbikes¡­" Cai Ning exined the specifications and pros and cons, disying full marketing strategy. Sergeant Mi added her opinion, regarding the bike and concluded they were the best she ever had.


    n and Li Bing cooperated, showing curiosity to obtain more informations for the interested audience. At the same time, theyined both Cai Ning and Sergeant Mi should be in a wrong industry. They also excelled as sales operators.


    In addition, Cai Ning announced that the station also decided to procure new vehicles from Ling Qingyu''s HongQi, about to reach the market soon.


    Cai Ning picked up her phone and selected the image she got from Ling Qingyu yesterday. The aesthetic and data proved the products'' merits. Only further real testing and driving, plus time would tell whether Ling Qingyu''s products were trustworthy.


    Yang Qingyue and Cai Ning believed in her because Ling Qingyu cared very much about reputation. Although they might not know her wealth, from her behavior, they figured out her psychology¡ªshe really didn''t think too much about money despite her eagerness for business strategies.


    n raised his hand to speak. Cai Ning nodded.


    "Excuse me, Chief Cai. There are so many vehicles here. Aren''t we wasting them by storing them in the garage?"


    "This is only one-third of our fleet. The rest are out on patrol. In case of an emergency or mission requirement, we can respond by maintaining a third here." Cai Ning exined.


    "I really love this bike," said n as he touched over the skin reluctantly.


    Li Bing had goosebumps, worrying whether her husband had problems with orientations after seeing his lecherous gaze over the machine.


    "Mr. n and Ms. Li can ride them, in the next few days," Sergeant Mi brought surprise.


    "Really?" x 2


    "Of course. What else but to experience our patrol personally so that people understand our job," Sergeant Mi replied. "Our station will temporarily recruit you as officers where you''ll apany our colleagues during the mission."


    "I''m excited and a little scared¡­" Li Bing covered her mouth and exhaled.


    Cai Ning: "So, that means, you''ll have the opportunity to touch the bikes. Of course, these won''t be broadcasted live as agreed."


    "But today, as I have stated. Both of you will hop on the patrol vehicle with us while we roam around the city." Cai Ning gestured everyone in front of several cars. "Pick one to ride. Any will do. Afterward, I''ll exin the features people might interested in cop car. What''s the differencepared to civilian because of modifications?


    And more."n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    "Hell yeah, what are we waiting for?" n nodded happily and stood in front of the powerful Jaguar sedan. "Let''s ride on this beast. Compared to others, this one is obviously a luxury grade. Wife, why don''t we enjoy this high-end ride once?"


    Li Bing shook her head and nced at Cai Ning with apology, hoping the chief wouldn''t mind her husband''s weird emotions.

 Chapter 370 Loving the new

    "Okay. We''ll go with your decision." Cai Ning agreed. Actually, she had already decided to ride a Jaguar sedan, since it was the mostfortable and highest grade among the fleet.


    "Hehe," n pped like a child.


    "Sergeant Mi, take the key from the office and you''ll be a driver for today. We''ll show our guests our patrol routines and what we face on the street outside," said Cai Ning.


    Thud. Thud.


    Four of them closed the door and sat down on the soft cushion. Sergeant Mi entered the driver seat and started the ignition.


    Turning the air conditioner on, she waited for the car to warm up before driving. Cai Ning sat on the passenger seat at the front. n and Li Bing sat behind them.


    n never ceased to touch the leather and textures the Jaguar consisted of. He always sighed as if the entire interior became a legendary sculpture of beauty.


    Li Bing on the side had her face darkened. If there weren''t outsiders, she had leashed out the most fierce punishment. However, she didn''t forget there were other bystanders in the live broadcast and asked for permission to capture everything inside from Cai Ning, who nodded.


    As Li Bing directed the camera for the viewers to see thepletely different interior, with more electronic devices built for the police work.


    Wherever the camera pointed, Sergeant Mi introduced the functions. Of course, some of it was skipped on purpose if there were any sensitive information.


    "You know, you''re staying in the safest vehicle," said Cai Ning, capturing the attention of everyone except Sergeant Mi.


    "How so?" asked n, a bit confused. In dangerous cities, police vehicles were the most targeted by criminals. Hearing Cai Ning''s statement seemed controversial.


    "Don''t look at this normal-looking sedan, you might have felt some differences but you ignore the obvious." Cai Ning exined. "The entire vehicle is bulletproof, which can withstand roundsing small from arms fire."


    "Even the ss?" Li Bing asked and knocked on the window.


    "Yes, I said everything." Cai Ning nodded. "The engine is also modified so that when in pursuit, the vehicle isn''t much different from a super racing car, except for the drag sacrifice because of the shape which we can''t modify at all. But in terms of the propulsion system, we aren''t behind."


    "As long as our driving skills are top notched, catching racing maniac is as easy as catching a pie falling from the sky." Sergeant Mi added from the side.


    Cai Ning didn''t refute the im. Though City N police crackdown harshly on organized crime groups and gangs, they rarely solved street-racing events. Becausepared to threats posed by the factors, street racers posed little threat.


    "What''s these buttons?" n asked out of a sudden. Not to mention him, even Li Bing, and most audience were puzzled by the smart atmosphere. The car appeared more digital, with screens and touches.


    Cai Ning demonstrated the features of the original Jaguar with pride. "There are many, you can find in most luxurious cars. For example, with these buttons, you have leg massage and back massage."


    Cai Ning pressed the buttons and leaned on the couch withfort as the upperyer of the cushion moved, pressing her back muscles, causing her to groan. "It feels good. You guys should try it."


    Sergeant Mi had her lips twitched. She had seen many of her colleagues enjoying 5-star treatment on the patrol car. However, this was the first time she saw Cai Ning hum.


    n and Li Bing widened their eyes and also began to experiment themselves. Like Cai Ning described, the sensation and rxation from the seat felt like heaven.


    Bothmented differences in treatment depending on the capital. The car they rented couldn''t even catch a shadow of a police patrol car.


    Holy shit, was the officer enjoying supreme ss benefits? The two became envious. In fact, not only the couple, the audience in the barrage were spitting dissatisfaction.


    [What''s this? Massage instruments included?]


    [Don''t talk about it. Even I suspect myself of working in the wrong job.]


    [What a corrupt life? Are you sure our officer will be doing the job instead ofzing around? After all, humans are born to bezy.]


    [Hey, I''m still in the police academy. I wonder if I should connect with my future colleagues in Province N, City N. Such life is what I dream of.]


    [You sure above? There are always violent crackdowns and dangers every day. Didn''t we observe a live kidnapping oncest time by the gangs? Although they were taken care of by special units, you as a recruit should be mindful of these factors.]


    [Please, I''m just saying. How can Ie to another province unless I''m being transferred?]


    [In any case, I''m now envious. Don''t know about others but I''m now thinking of working at City N as a police officer. Such treatment you would never have throughout my life.]


    [Above, don''t be so pessimistic. There are always many paths to reach the same goal.]


    The barrage was filled with lemons, realizing police officers'' privilege when patrolling after Cai Ning''s show off. Who dared to say, patrolling was a daunting task and exhausting?


    "Chief Cai, won''t this treatment affect officers'' abilities on the scene? You should know what I''m referring to." Li Bing asked cautiously.


    "I understand. The situation is that both Chief Yang and I share the same worries when we notice these benefits. However, we decided to see if people would indulge and destroy themselves. Fortunately, our subordinates proved our conjecture wrong." Cai Ning said with pride.


    "They may enjoy when they are free, I don''t deny these scenarios but facts have shown that their morales and energies peak tremendously during their job. I''m not a researcher but I can see that when people feel happy, they achieve more."n/?/vel/b//jn dot c//om


    Li Bing: "But won''t you be wasting donor''s money?"


    "Well, I guess you don''t understand, Ms. Li." Cai Ning interrupted. "Ms. Ling donated the entire fleet, already modified for us. So, it''s not that we bought them but we are given."


    "To be honest, I don''t even want to ride the old ones after receiving these gifts from Ms. Ling," added Sergeant Mi as she steered the Jaguar out of the parking zone and drove off.


    The car slowed down and Sergeant Mi said. "Look toward the side, after driving new modernized ones, who wants to handle the antique."


    Li Bing and n looked and turned the broadcasting device in the direction pointed out by Sergeant Mi. They also agreed silently. The difference was heaven and hell. The dirty square frame and missing paint even caused the couple to wonder whether the vehicle was still capable.


    [Pfft. No wonder they never want to touch them again. I''ll also behave the same.]


    [But that''s betrayal. These old cars have apanied them and solved their crisis.]


    [It''s called throwing away the old and loving the new, in case you haven''t heard them, above.]


    [These vehicles don''t seem too bad. They are in a way cute at least.]


    [Cute until you can''t even keep up with the criminals.]


    "Of course, it''s only the antique, there are still vehicles, that we can utilize," said Sergeant Mi.


    "Naturally, since we have too many extras, we''re considering transferring these to the township stations under our prefecture." Cai Ning said.


    [I''m sure, other stations might be throwing rocks at our Officer Cai for saying this with arrogance.]


    Amidst the conversation, the car left the garage and joined in the traffic while Cai Ning and Sergeant Mi answered any questions asked by the fans and the couples.


    The best way to interact with the public was to let others understand what hurdles and challenges officers had to face daily.


    Today, Cai Ning didn''t n to delve into this situation yet because she wanted to raise public interest first.


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