Chapter 010: A Beauty's Invitation 

Scene 1: The Surrender

Lu Yuan squinted at his vibrating phone, the caller ID flashing "Uncle Lu."

"They cracked after two days?" He smirked, voice still thick with sleep. "Tell them to unblock Liu Weiwei's number."

Minutes later, Liu's tearful plea crackled through the receiver: "P-please stop the nightmares! We'll pay!"

System Notification: Nightmare Talisman Deactivated

"Let your mother sleep. It's over." Lu Yuan hung up before she could sob her gratitude.

Scene 2: Aftermath

Xu Sumei's snores rattled the floral sofa. Liu Zhidong stared at his wife's slack face, terror warring with relief.

"Demons...he controls demons..." he whispered, fingering the bank transfer receipt for ¥50,000.

Liu Weiwei's mascara-streaked reflection in the cracked mirror whispered regrets: The penthouse...his power...all lost for mother's greed.

Scene 3: Departure Plans

Shaving foam dripped as Lu Yuan plotted: "This backwater can't contain infinite wealth. Beijing awaits."

His 12306 app blinked—Suxian to Beijing West Station, 09:45 high-speed rail.

Scene 4: The Unexpected Call

"Lu Yuan~" Li Xintian's honeyed voice purred through the speaker. "Lunch today? My treat~"

Eye of Insight Activated

Li Xintian's Profile

Age: 23 | Disposition: Friendly (Level 9)

Analysis: Interest Amplified by Observed Wealth

"Banker's hours suit you," Lu Yuan replied, recalling her ICBC uniform's tailored curves. "I'll pick you up at noon."