Hao Ren was stuck in a daze, he was excited, the world of mystical creatures and spiritual beasts that he always imagined just came to reality. However, the crux of it all lay in the unity with his wife. It was because of Han Lingshi growing close to him that the system rewarded him with the cultivation technique.
*<Clarification: None of the people around him knows about the system. They only take action according to the threads of fate.>*
He took a deep breath and asked in a soft voice, "Lingshi, no matter what happens, I will stay by your side. Forever, even in my death my heart belongs to you."
Han Lingshi raised her head to look at him and said, "I swear on my life, I will be by your side forever."
Hao Ren smiled and remarked, "I already knew about that."
Han Lingshi could not help but smile at him and remark, "I never knew you were this cheeky."
Hao Ren chuckled and replied, "I never knew you have become so romantic and upfront to embrace me before the elders."
Han Lingshi was confused and suddenly a voice echoed from the side, "Oh my, Xiao Ren, you rascal, you got us such a pretty niece-in-law. Good for you, brat."
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Hao Ren was well known to the elders of the town, because of his parents being honest county officials, and his sister being the star, he basked in their limelight. He loosened his embrace around Han Lingshi and said, "Uncle Joe, this is Han Lingshi, my wife."
Uncle Joe raised his brow and put his hand on his waist as he asked, "What do you mean wife? Did you marry her without inviting all of us?"
Hao Ren chuckled and said, "Before you bunch of old boys get angry, let me tell you, we only registered marriage in the office. We are yet to hold the wedding ceremony. Our families just came to an understanding and we will be holding the ceremony in spring. You all are invited."
Uncle Joe was a burly man who retired from the forces, and he nodded in affirmation. He said, "Good boy, Xiao Ren. Now, introduce us to our Niece-in-law."
Hao Ren nodded and introduced Han Lingshi to everyone one at a time. The elders in the street were happy with this attitude. They had not expected the young couple to be so polite. After all, they were not fools to not notice the three vehicles, and the four guards who were watching them like hawks staring at their prey.
To be honest, they were all a bit intimidated. However, Hao Ren gazed at the guards and they calmed down. Uncle Joe walked up to the boys and asked, "You lads are very good, tell me are you from SF?"
The four men were surprised, and old man Joe gave his introduction. They all suddenly stood up straight in attention and saluted him. The people did not expect an old colonel to be living in this town. He out ranked them and thus was the superior. Army had different rules and regulations. Once an officer, always an officer.
After an hour, Hao Ren and Han Lingshi came back inside the house, and Tang Zen asked them a few generic questions. Han Lingshi maintained her filial daughter-in-law role. She knew that for Hao Ren's sake she would have to do this. Hao Ren said, "I will take a shower and get some sleep."
Mountains, rivers, seas, all within my grasp.Titan's might, invincible and fearless,
Master of all, supreme and unparalleled.
Cultivation to the utmost, limitless divine abilities,
With heart and will as one, all phenomena align.'
Hao Ren did not know what it was but at the moment when he recited the chant, the fatigue gradually lightened and he drifted to sleep.
...
Han Lingshi was on call with Young Master Ye at the moment. She asked, "Young Master Ye, what do you think is going on here? Do you think that I gave you the evidence as an act of charity?"
On the other side of the call, Young Master Ye had his forehead covered in cold sweat because Han Lingshi was talking in a very cold and commanding tone. She was behaving as the president of Empress International.
He said, "President Han, please be patient the government has put together a team of people to look into the depth of this matter and Shun Family cannot get away."
Han Lingshi replied calmly, "The moment I found the evidence they were doomed. Secondly, please feed these diplomatic words to someone else. I don't care what method you use, but if I don't see the Shun Family under the sword by the day after tomorrow, I will throw all courtesy to the winds and then upload the evidence on public platforms. Do you understand?
Shun Yang dared to insult my husband before everyone, the entire fucking city. Then he had the gall to go to his work place to continue his harassment stint. Do you think the rest of the people are dimwitted or something? I will not call you again. I hope you know what is better to do for your sake."
That said she disconnected the call and took a deep breath. Xiao Mei spoke up, "I used to think that you are the gentle one."
Han Lingshi smiled and said, "We cannot be gentle to everyone, Xiao Mei. This disappointing world is full of bitches. Better put on the mask to make them fear you as well. The survival of the fittest applies everywhere."
Xiao Mei said, "Mistress, please talk to Mister Bourne regarding the upcoming project investment."
Han Lingshi nodded and made the call. Markus Bourne was surprised to hear from Han Lingshi. Initially he hesitated to disclose the secrets, but Han Lingshi stated her identity as the wife of the CEO, Markus Bourne was surprised.
He said, "Madam, President has authorized a research and development program for the benefit of the people with disabled limbs. At the moment, Director Klaus is leading it. I wanted to ask President his thoughts about how to market it?"
Han Lingshi nodded and then said, "Since Ren wants it to be a charity situation, let it be under the wraps until you have come up with a prosthetic that the people could trust. Until then, do not go deep. Or the whole thing can backfire on the image of the company."
Markus Bourne learned a lot of things from this discussion and soon disconnected the call after greeting the lady politely.