Ling Li, a confident and determined businesswoman, boldly declared to Quan Ye that she was interested in investing in his company. "Anyway, Quan Ye, I have a company that aligns with yours. I can invest in your business, but I need you to add a workforce and increase your production capacity. I’ll have a team to help your company with the transition," Ling Li expressed, while Fatty was astonished.
"Chu Yan, I have heard of your company. So, you are the owner of this. Your business is really traditional. I’ve done quite a bit of research on this. You and Quan Ye can even collaborate. Don’t you want to be more aggressive and expand or diversify?" Ling Li probed.
Four Eyes just shrugged his shoulders in reply, which made Ling Li raise her brows.
"I’ll give you a proposal." Ling Li eventually told him.
Amidst these serious conversations, "Witwew!" Ling Li whistled, "Murphy! You’re a bar owner with five over-speeding tickets! 220 km/hr! Shut down your bar and make more money in car racing!" Ling Li expressed, showcasing her candid and direct nature.
Chatty looked at her, his face flushed from embarrassment; he could only chuckle nervously and glanced at Ling Li. ’Did I just expose myself?’
"Do you think I’m joking?" Ling Li examined him closely.
Realizing the sincerity behind Ling Li’s words and unwavering demeanor that commanded attention, only then did Chatty’s laughter fade.
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Ling Li leaned forward, her eyes filled with excitement as she shared her proposition with Chatty. "We race cars for money. There’s a lot of money involved in car racing. Since you enjoy driving fast, we might as well let you race and make money from it in a legal manner."
Ling Li’s eyes twinkled as she continued, "For every race, you can make millions and gain prestige: I, Pharsa, Mushu, and Rockie, all races, local and international. I will have Pharsa train you. She is one of my best drivers."
Pharsa’s eyebrow arched in disbelief as she protested, "Why me?"
Ling Li grinned and replied, "Why not you? You’re the best in this field next to me."
"But he is a man!" Pharsa shot back.
Ling Li sheepishly clarified, "All I suggested was that you train him. I never insinuated that you get involved with him sexually."
Everyone laughed, teasing Pharsa.
Mushu interrupted them, "Madam, Shinsei is here."
Ling Li gracefully rose from her seat to warmly greet Shinsei, a prominent Master from a revered temple and a cherished advisor to the Li family. Shinsei, a devoted Buddhist Monk, held a deep aversion to air travel, preferring arduous land journeys whenever feasible. Leading him to a plush lounge chair, Ling Li extended her hand to guide him to the seat beside her.
Before settling down, Shinsei’s perceptive gaze landed on three distinguished gentlemen, focusing intently on Four Eyes and Chatty. After a contemplative pause, he softly murmured, "Hmmm... interesting."
Intrigued, Ling Li inquired, "What is it, Shinsei?"
With uncontainable joy, Shinsei confidently divulged his belief: "That young man, haha... I think... No, no. I believe he is Pharsa’s soulmate."
Shinsei’s connection with Pharsa ran deep as he had nurtured her in the temple after discovering her abandoned as an infant. It was he who presented Pharsa to the esteemed Old Master Li, enabling Pharsa to have a proper education. Pharsa and Ling Li had grown up as close companions, forming a sisterly bond owing to Ling Li’s lack of a sibling.
Ling Li gazed in the direction of Shinsei’s indication and was taken aback to see that it was none other than Chatty.
’Chatty?’ Ling Li arched her eyebrows in surprise. Ever since they had arrived, these two had been like the cartoon characters from a never-ending saga, Tom and Jerry, constantly engaged in verbal battles and bickering.
This sight made Ling Li erupt into laughter, and even Mushu couldn’t help but join in. "Mushu, are you reading my thoughts?" she asked, amazed.
"Loud and clear, Madam," Mushu chuckled in response.
However, Pharsa’s expression remained dour. "Shinsei, how could you say such a thing? You should consult the ancient tomes and refer to the celestial charts. You didn’t even inquire about the precise date and time of birth. How can you be so sure? You’re mocking me!" Pharsa complained. Ling Li gazed in the direction of Shinsei’s indication and was taken aback to see that it was none other than Chatty.
Shinsei playfully taunted Pharsa, "Since when have you doubted my ability? You know I can tell it accurately just by looking at one’s face, but now that it is related to you, you won’t trust my word? You’re such a disloyal daughter. Brat!"
Pharsa, with a hint of annoyance, rolled her eyes in response.
In the midst of a conversation, Shinsei turned to Ling Li and inquired, "How could you allow yourself to be hurt?"
Meanwhile, El Capitan amused himself by teasing Pharsa and Chatty.
As the others chatted, Chatty suddenly realized the implication of the monk’s words. ’So that monk actually said that Pharsa and I are destined for each other? Not bad! But this woman is a handful! She’s savage!’ Chatty couldn’t help but swallow hard as he observed Pharsa’s stern demeanor.
As the night grew late, Ling advised everyone to rest, urging them to leave herself and Shinsei alone for a while. The crowd dispersed and retreated to the castle, leaving Mushu and Pharsa behind, though they kept their distance, as did the rest of the guards.
After some time, Ling and Shinsei made their way to the shore, settling down on the soft sand. Ling Li sat in front of Shinsei with her back facing him; Ling Li removed the top of her Kimono, and they assumed a meditative position.
Shinsei began channeling his internal energy to Ling Li, recognizing the severity of her injuries and their potential impact on her energy levels. Despite his age, Shinsei’s internal energy was formidable, even surpassing that of Mushu. Upon completion, both stood up, and it was apparent that Ling Li had experienced a remarkable surge of strength. Her vitality was evident, and there was a marked improvement in her complexion.
Ling Li’s voice echoed through the halls as she instructed Mushu: "Mushu, please assist Shinsei to his room and ensure that he receives immediate food."
Understanding the urgency of the situation, Mushu knew that Shinsei, a pure vegetarian, must be feeling weak due to a sudden loss of energy. He made it his priority to guide Shinsei to his room and oversee the careful preparation of his meal, ensuring no cross-contamination occurred to accommodate Shinsei’s monk dietary requirements.
Meanwhile, Pharsa, eager to help change Ling Li’s wound dressing, patiently waited for her boss. However, she was unexpectedly dismissed.
What do you think, guys? Will Pharsa find Chatty cute in the future?