Lu Ming beckoned Shen Ziyi over and asked, "Aren't you coming in? Are you planning to sit by the door all day?"
Shen Ziyi finally snapped out of her shock.
She got up from the ground, dusted off her sleeves, tidied her hair, and nervously walked into the villa.
When she saw the luxurious interior, she was so amazed that her mouth went dry.
The decor here was more than ten times more lavish than Yan Shihong's home!
Opulent, incredibly opulent.
Shen Ziyi said with great shame, "Mr. Lu, I had no idea you were such an esteemed person. I offended you multiple times before, and I beg your understanding. Please be magnanimous."
At this moment, Shen Ziyi had no further romantic notions about Lu Ming.
What a joke! Could she possibly covet the Dragon Warlord? Even if Shen Ziyi's net worth multiplied a hundredfold, it wouldn't even be enough to be the sole of his shoe.
This was precisely the effect Lu Ming wanted to achieve.
He brought Shen Ziyi here specifically to extinguish the impure thoughts she harbored.
Lu Ming said, "If I intended to blame you, would you still be alive now?"
Shen Ziyi was so terrified she didn't dare to breathe.
Lu Ming continued, "From now on, you will work diligently at Xunrong, and you will receive every cent you are owed. At the same time, remember this: you are absolutely forbidden to reveal my identities as the Warlord or the Divine Doctor to anyone. Otherwise, I cannot guarantee you will see tomorrow's sun."
Shen Ziyi panicked and repeatedly said, "I understand, I understand. I promise I won't say a word to outsiders. You are merely Mr. Lu of Xunrong, with no other identity. I know nothing about you."
Lu Ming nodded, "That's wise. Alright, I have matters to discuss with Xiu Luo. You go and rest over there."
"Yes."
Shen Ziyi obediently went to a sofa in the corner and sat down. The housekeeper, Chen Xinju, brought her a fruit platter and tea.
Normally, Shen Ziyi would have a haughty attitude towards a housekeeper or servants.
But now.
Shen Ziyi stood up and accepted the fruit platter with both hands, being extremely courteous to Chen Xinju!
It was said that even a minor official at the prime minister's gate was a figure of authority. Even a mere housekeeper like Chen Xinju dared not be disrespectful.
On the other side.
Xiu Luo placed a project investment proposal in front of Lu Ming and said, "Warlord, as you instructed, I have initiated the 'Mysterious Project.' The plan is complete, and only the investment attraction phase remains. Which company in Jinling do you think should undertake this?"
This mysterious project was something Lu Ming had planned for a long time.
It was of great importance to Lu Ming.
Lu Ming said, "Just proceed with the normal procedures. Release the information and let all major companies bid."
Xiu Luo nodded, "Yes!"
After carefully reviewing the entire proposal, Lu Ming found no issues. He returned the proposal to Xiu Luo and then stood up to leave.
Seeing Lu Ming about to leave, Shen Ziyi quickly followed.
"Mr. Lu, shall I drive you?" Shen Ziyi asked enthusiastically.
Lu Ming nodded, "Then thank you."
"You're welcome!"
And so, Shen Ziyi drove Lu Ming away.
In the car.
Shen Ziyi curiously asked, "Mr. Lu, what exactly is this mysterious project?"
Lu Ming smiled faintly and said, "It is a grand project, but I cannot tell you for now."
A grand project?
Shen Ziyi was stunned for a moment and didn't press further.
As the car left Tianshen Island, it passed through the central garden. Coincidentally, the Three-Star General Murong Shuang and her deputy Qin Tong were sitting there, having tea.
This time, not only did Qin Tong see Lu Ming, but Murong Shuang also saw him clearly.
"Lu Ming?!" Qin Tong jumped up.
She then looked at the car, which was already speeding away.
Qin Tong exclaimed in surprise, "General Murong, did you see? The person in the car was Lu Ming! I can confirm this was not a hallucination; I truly saw him."
Murong Shuang said, "No need to shout so loudly. I saw him too."
Qin Tong was completely bewildered. "How is this possible? Lu Ming, as the son-in-law of the Jiang family, has such a lowly status. What right does he have to be on Tianshen Island? Forget him, even Old Master Jiang Dingbian, in his prime, wouldn't have had the资格 to come up here!"
Murong Shuang already had the answer to this question.
She chuckled disdainfully and said, "That's why you are not thorough in your work, Qin Tong. You only saw Lu Ming, but you didn't see who was driving."
The driver?
Qin Tong hadn't seen clearly at all!
She asked, "Who was driving?"
Murong Shuang replied, "It was the big star Shen Ziyi."
"Ah?" Qin Tong rolled her eyes. "I thought it was some important figure. So it's just an actress. What is Shen Ziyi worth? What right does she have to be on Tianshen Island?"
Murong Shuang said, "Shen Ziyi is not simple. She's a social climber who preys on the rich and powerful. Countless lustful old men have fallen for her charms. I suspect she ingratiated herself with some big shot on Tianshen Island, which is how she gained the privilege of coming here."
"Then what about Lu Ming?" Qin Tong asked.
Murong Shuang smiled. "Haven't you figured it out yet? Lu Ming is just a gigolo kept by Shen Ziyi, and he tagged along with her."
"Oh!!!"
Qin Tong suddenly understood.
Indeed, Shen Ziyi was notorious for her promiscuity, not only seeking out the wealthy and influential but also enjoying playing with young studs.
Lu Ming might look average, but he had great stamina.
Perhaps that was what attracted Shen Ziyi, leading her to 'keep' him, and thus he had the good fortune to come to the island with her.
Qin Tong spat, "I never expected Lu Ming to be so degenerate."
Murong Shuang said, "He's always been a lowly individual. Anything he does is not surprising. He's just trash."
The two of them went on a tirade against Lu Ming, completely looking down on him.
In their eyes, Lu Ming had only managed to get onto the island through his connection with Shen Ziyi.
They never considered that Lu Ming had the ability to get there on his own!
...
As dusk approached.
Shen Ziyi drove Lu Ming back to Xunrong, waved goodbye, and left alone.
Lu Ming entered the company and walked down the corridor. He saw Jiang Lan in the conference room, engaged in a heated discussion with several company executives.
Everyone appeared very excited, as if something significant had happened.
Lu Ming curiously walked in.
As soon as he entered, he heard Jiang Lan exclaim excitedly, "This is an extremely valuable opportunity for the entire Jinling to participate in the investment attraction for the Dragon Warlord. We must seize this chance to make Xunrong famous!"
It turned out that Xiu Luo had already announced the investment attraction plan for the 'Mysterious Project,' and the entire Jinling had been informed.
Even Xunrong had received the intelligence and was now meticulously planning their response.
Seeing Jiang Lan's serious demeanor, it was clear she was determined to win the bid!