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Chapter 263 One sentence can choke you to death

Xu Zhiyun and Long Aotian were drinking tea.

The two of them discussing medical techniques was like a perfect harmony between high mountains and flowing water—kindred spirits meeting at last!

A beautiful woman in an ancient dress played the guzheng nearby, its melodies lingering in the air.

There was an incense burner and a chessboard.

Luo Shiyin brewed and poured tea on the side, while Qi Meishao sat behind Long Aotian, studying the chess game intently.

"Aotian, your move seems a bit too aggressive. Aren't you afraid of being unsupported and failing?"

Xu Zhiyun hinted at something deeper, and Long Aotian understood.

"Hahaha! A chess match relies on strategy, scheming, and boldness! Especially when playing against a master, hesitation, and indecision won't do. This lone piece may be isolated now, but with support from the rear, it might become the key to victory and change the outcome of the whole game!"

With that, he placed a piece on the board.

Xu Zhiyun was stunned, staring at the board with a bead of sweat forming on his brow.

This man... what an impressive setup! Such a powerful lone piece!

"You rascal... I mean, one piece... that's quite something. Impressive, truly effective."

Luo Shiyin smiled, watching as Long Aotian turned the game around, feeling a surge of joy.

But suddenly, thoughts of unsavory images flitted through her mind—her face twisted with excitement and madness. Her hand trembled, spilling a bit of tea.

Long Aotian raised an eyebrow. "Girl, why have you been so distracted lately?"

Qi Meishao leaned over. "Sister, take a break. Let me handle it."

Long Aotian said, "Uncle Xu, Xuejiao is intelligent and resourceful. I'm certain Lu Chengwen is no match for her. You can rest easy."

"Mm." Xu Zhiyun nodded. "Rumors are already spreading outside, and we're expediting the formalities on our end. I think we can start scouting the terrain and drafting the blueprints."

"Hahaha! With Xuejiao in charge, you really don't need to worry so much! On her first day at work, she reportedly stunned the entire company with her efficiency."

At that moment, someone pushed the door open. "Chairman, Mr. Long."

The person then leaned close to Xu Zhiyun to whisper something.

Xu Zhiyun said, "Hey! Speak up if you have news. Mr. Long is no outsider."

"Oh, Mr. Xu, today, 12 billion has already been transferred to the construction account for the Chengwen District project. Our hospital construction is slated to begin after phase three."

Xu Zhiyun's chess piece fell to the board with a clatter, and he stared at the messenger in shock. "What did you just say!?"

Long Aotian was also taken aback. "Are you... could you have made a mistake!?"

The messenger's lips twitched. "How could there be a mistake about something like this?"

Xu Zhiyun looked at Long Aotian; Long Aotian looked back at Xu Zhiyun.

Both were dumbfounded.

Long Aotian thought: What's going on!? That's my money! That's my money!

Xu Zhiyun thought: Luckily, luckily, that money isn't mine, it's yours. But... how am I going to explain this to Long Aotian!?

The situation was awkward.

Luo Shiyin frowned on the side, while Qi Meishao pondered. "I understand!"

Everyone turned to look at Qi Meishao.

Qi Meishao said, "Miss Xuejiao just entered enemy territory. She must provide a 'pledge of loyalty.' For a woman as beautiful as her, she either sacrifices herself or... uses this money to show her sincerity."

"Ah... yes! Yes, that must be it!"

Xu Zhiyun said, "It must be! Yes, Xuejiao used the 12 billion to make Lu Chengwen trust her!"

"Ah, hahaha!" Long Aotian laughed as he straightened the chess pieces. "Scared me for a moment. Now that I think about it, it does make sense. As long as the funds are used as intended, there's no way that Lu Chengwen can renege on this deal!"

"Exactly!" Xu Zhiyun said, "Phase three it is, then. It wouldn't make sense to build the hospital earlier. Without occupancy rates and surrounding infrastructure, a hospital would just sit empty. Yes, considering the long-term, this plan is actually reasonable, right Aotian?"

"Reasonable, reasonable! Miss Xuejiao is indeed clever—bold and decisive, with unparalleled drive! She truly carries the spirit of her father!"

"Hahaha! Tea? Another game?"

The messenger continued, "The company also managed to free up an additional 20 billion, which was added to the Chengwen District construction fund and transferred under the oversight of Zhang Tuofeng."

Xu Zhiyun and Long Aotian shot to their feet, shouting in unison, "What!?"

They exchanged stunned glances.

They were at a complete loss.

Luo Shiyin bit her lip, thinking: This is bad! This is really bad!

I knew it! You're always trying to outmaneuver Lu Chengwen with your complex schemes.

Well, now look—over 30 billion has been transferred into his account.

I warned you!

So stubborn! So stubborn! If you had just listened to me once, it wouldn't have come to this.

Can you still not see how powerful he is?

That Lu Chengwen, even I... no, I won't go there!

When Qi Meishao arrived on her first day, her shorts were confiscated! If not for Hua Xue Ning's reputation, she would have had to confront him with nothing but confidence!

And now, you send Xuejiao against someone like that? Isn't that like feeding the tiger?

Qi Meishao grew serious.

She firmly believed that Xu Xuejiao hated Lu Chengwen!

That kind of hatred couldn't be faked, just like her own.

My hatred for Lu Chengwen is real! Xu Xuejiao and I... share the same feelings and perspectives.

But why did this happen?

Qi Meishao slowly stood up. "Could it be... just a business investment? I've heard the market's evaluation of Chengwen District is very positive. This project could actually turn a profit in the end."

Long Ao Tian looked at Xu Zhiyun, and Xu Zhiyun looked at Long Ao Tian, and both burst into laughter.

"Exactly!" Xu Zhiyun said. "That kid Lu Chengwen, he might not be good at many things, but when it comes to making money, he's got talent. He took over a failed project, one that everyone avoided like the plague, and somehow managed to revive it!"

Long Ao Tian laughed heartily. "The more you invest, the more you earn! With that 2 billion invested, there's a chance we'll make 4 billion back! This investment is promising!"

"Not just promising, it's bound to be profitable!" Xu Zhiyun said with excitement. "Think about it, not only can we join this project and make a big profit, but we can also make Lu Chengwen trust Xu Xuejiao's loyalty without a doubt. It's a double win!"

Long Ao Tian clapped his hands, laughing. "Brilliant! Brilliant! Uncle Xu, we are men of great stature; we can hold our composure!"

"Of course, of course. So... tea? Chess?"

"Tea! Chess!"

"Please!"

The two sat down and resumed their game, sipping tea.

Then the person continued, "Just now, Mr. Xu's assistant team returned home and moved Miss Xu's belongings. They said that starting today, she's going to live with Lu Chengwen."

Both men, holding their tea cups, simultaneously spat their tea out, showering each other's faces with tea leaves.

Covered in tea leaves, they glared at the messenger with anger.

The person lowered his head. "We couldn't stop her."

Qi Meishao clapped her hands. "Good! Without venturing into the tiger's den, how can one catch the tiger cub? Since Miss Xu Xuejiao has entered Lu Chengwen's lair, she will surely return with results!"

Luo Shiyin tugged at her sleeve, thinking, Is this really encouragement? Isn't this adding fuel to the fire?

Lu Chengwen's side is too dangerous. Any woman who goes there... ends up bringing back a tiger cub.

If I went over there a couple more times... I'd probably be preparing for motherhood.

Long Ao Tian was already bewildered. "Uncle Xu..."

Xu Zhiyun said, "Ao Tian, don't panic. Let me think this through... Let me figure out how to explain this... Anyway, how about we play chess, drink tea..."

Long Ao Tian thought, Drink tea? Play chess? How can I be calm right now!?

My heart isn't that big!

I handed you more than a billion, and you turned around and invested it directly into Lu Chengwen's project. Now, both the money and the girl are on Lu Chengwen's side. What am I now?

Am I the fool funding their wedding?

Long Ao Tian was about to lose his temper when the doors swung open, and Xu Xuejiao walked in.

Both men stared at Xu Xuejiao, unmoving, just watching.

Xu Xuejiao walked over as if nothing was amiss. "Father, Brother Long, huh? What kind of tea ceremony are you performing? How did you end up with tea leaves all over your faces?"

The two men brushed their faces awkwardly. Xu Zhiyun urgently said, "Did you invest 2 billion into Lu Chengwen's project in the slum redevelopment area!?"

Xu Xuejiao frowned. "What do you mean by investing in his project? I invested in Houde's project! This project is now a joint venture of four companies. If we all push forward, it will definitely be profitable in the future."

Long Ao Tian said, "Then why did you invest the money I gave you for building the hospital?"

"Brother Long, don't you trust me?"

"Huh? I..."

Xu Xuejiao said, "That money is also an investment; it will bring profit. Besides, hospital construction is a long-term project that won't be feasible in the early stages. Even if it's built now, it'll be useless. Do you know how long it takes to gather experts from various departments, professors, attending physicians, nurses, support staff...? How many medical schools we'd need to collaborate with? It's very complicated."

Long Ao Tian scratched his head. "But my money..."

"Brother Long, wasn't that money you gave me? Why... Do you think Xuejiao isn't worth a mere 1.2 billion?"

"This, this, this... Of course not! You're worth 12 billion—no, you're priceless!"

"Oh, I know what you're worried about!" Xu Xuejiao said with a smile. "You're worried that I'll suffer a loss, right? Don't worry! I've invested this money to get the slum redevelopment project moving quickly. Once the profits come in, Lu Chengwen will immediately allocate that money back to me so that the hospital can be built."

"By that time, we will have already made a profit, the occupancy rate of Chengwen District will be high, and the hospital will be ready to open right away. Isn't that great?"

Both men nodded in unison.

Xu Zhiyun said, "See, I told you, my daughter wouldn't make a loss-making deal!"

Long Ao Tian added, "Uncle Xu, you're just overly suspicious. I trust that Xuejiao won't deceive me!"

Xu Zhiyun and Long Ao Tian said in unison, "We're such fools!"

Xu Xuejiao's expression changed to one of sadness as she said, "I never expected that the two most important men in my life wouldn't believe in me! You clearly doubted me!"

"No, no..."

The two men started consoling her, praising her decision, praising her vision and courage...

Luo Shiyin interjected, "Miss Xu, are you really moving in with Lu Chengwen?"

Xu Xuejiao blinked. "Of course! How else am I supposed to gather information about him? At home? By calling or texting? Lu Chengwen often works from home, and sometimes even holds meetings with senior executives at his villa. That's where I can gather firsthand information!"

"But aren't you worried about Lu Chengwen... He's... I mean... he's..."

Luo Shiyin was at a loss for words.

Xu Xuejiao's face turned serious. "Luo Shiyin, are you implying that I'll lose my chastity by going there?"

"I... Lu Chengwen really is..."

Xu Xuejiao's expression hardened. "Luo Shiyin, let me ask you, you've been to Lu Chengwen's house many times. Did you lose your chastity? Did he take advantage of you?"

Luo Shiyin's eyes widened, feeling cornered.

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