Mo Shiyao had intended to help Mo Ziyan at the company, but upon arriving, she witnessed the scene of numerous companies vying to collaborate with the Mo family.
Mo Shiyao quietly left the company, astonished by the methods Lu Pan had employed.
"Who exactly is he? Why can he influence even Qingcheng's business circles… no, it should be the Governor's office!" Mo Shiyao sat in a coffee shop not far from the company, pondering.
Just then, she saw a black sedan drive past the coffee shop's entrance. The moment she saw the license plate, Mo Shiyao hastily paid her bill and left.
The car sped off, and Mo Shiyao drove in pursuit.
She recognized the car's owner; it was the vehicle of Qingcheng's Governor, Zhao Changming.
Half an hour later, the car stopped at the entrance of Zifeng Villa.
Mo Shiyao hid in the distance.
What followed was a scene she would never forget, her eyes widening in disbelief.
Zhao Changming waited with a bow at the entrance. When Ye Wudao came out to open the door, his body bent even lower, and he dared not look at Ye Wudao.
Mo Shiyao recognized Ye Wudao; he was Lu Pan's subordinate.
The esteemed Governor of Qingcheng, essentially the overlord of the city!
Yet, he was so subservient to Lu Pan's subordinate. What was Lu Pan's true identity?
Mo Shiyao racked her brain but could not fathom it.
"Sir, the matter is concluded. Your subordinate is merely concerned that the Lu family and the Nalan family might act against the Mo family."
Zhao Changming said respectfully, voicing his worries, "After all, this Governor's Order came so suddenly; the Lu and Nalan families are bound to be somewhat displeased!"
"Displeased?" Ye Wudao sneered. "The Boss just broke Lu Hao's arm yesterday. If the Lu family is displeased, then we'll just break them completely!"
Zhao Changming shivered, his head dropping so low it nearly touched his chest, "Sir is right…"
"That's enough. You just do what you need to do. The Boss will clear any other obstacles one by one!"
Ye Wudao patted Zhao Changming on the shoulder, "You may go!"
"Your subordinate has one more matter." Zhao Changming quickly took out an invitation from his pocket and respectfully handed it over, "This is the invitation to the Qingcheng Business Association's banquet tonight. The Boss could bring Miss Mo and attend. For the Mo family…"
Ye Wudao took the invitation, interrupting Zhao Changming, "Understood. You may go!"
With that, Ye Wudao turned back and closed the door.
Mo Shiyao also recovered from her shock. Throughout the entire encounter, Zhao Changming wasn't even granted entry to the door, let alone offered a cup of tea!
Mo Shiyao quickly left, fearing discovery by Zhao Changming.
"No, I must find out who he is!" Returning to the coffee shop, Mo Shiyao was eager to know Lu Pan's true identity.
She finally remembered a classmate from the Jicheng Police Department and quickly sent a message.
A reply came back soon.
A few minutes later, Mo Shiyao's phone rang.
"Hey Yaoyao, you're not messing with me, are you? The information you asked for about Lu Pan and Ye Wudao is classified. I don't have access to it…"
"Ah? Classified?" Mo Shiyao sounded surprised. "I'm not messing with you, it's just that I have two friends…"
"Let me put it this way: if they are truly your friends, I'll have to stick close to you from now on. People like that are from higher up… it's confidential, you understand? Alright, I won't chat anymore. I'll come to Qingcheng later and get a meal from you!"
Even after the other person hung up, Mo Shiyao was still somewhat dazed.
Her heart pounding, she got up, left the coffee shop, and returned to the company.
After signing dozens of contracts, Mo Ziyan felt her arm was about to break, but her heart was filled with a sense of accomplishment.
Seizing a moment of free time, Mo Ziyan went to the pantry.
"Sister."
Mo Shiyao walked over.
"When did Yao Yao arrive? You won't believe it, I signed so many contracts this morning, my arms are sore." Mo Ziyan said excitedly, rubbing her arm.
Mo Shiyao quickly stepped forward to help Mo Ziyan rub her arm, "The company will still rely on you, Sister. You can't overwork yourself."
"How can it all depend on me? I don't know much yet. Yao Yao needs to help me more." Mo Ziyan said with a slightly embarrassed smile.
"Of course, if Sister doesn't understand anything, feel free to ask me." Mo Shiyao chatted intimately with Mo Ziyan, "By the way, Sister… how far have you and Lu Pan… gotten?"
At this, Mo Ziyan's face instantly turned red.
"Have you… slept together?" Mo Shiyao's face also felt a little hot.
"Oh, Yao Yao, what are you saying? Sister and Brother Pan haven't…" Mo Ziyan said shyly, her voice barely audible.
A flicker of joy appeared in Mo Shiyao's eyes.
She hadn't expected Mo Ziyan to be guarding such a formidable figure and not seize the opportunity.
"If Brother Pan wants to… I… I…" Mo Ziyan's face was flushed as if about to bleed.
Mo Shiyao, with an idea, whispered, "Sister, I think Lu Pan might not like women who are too forward… If he really wants that, you should still be reserved."
"Ah? Really?" Mo Ziyan looked at Mo Shiyao with innocent eyes, "That's right, if I'm too forward, Brother Pan might think I'm too casual…"
"Sister, you must control yourself. You need to keep him interested. That way, he'll learn to cherish you." Mo Shiyao seized the opportunity to continue poisoning Mo Ziyan's mind.
"Mm, I understand. I can't be too forward anymore…" Mo Ziyan nodded, her face red. "Sister Yao Yao knows so much. Otherwise, Brother Pan would surely think I'm a bad woman."
Seeing that she had sown enough doubt, Mo Shiyao quickly changed the subject, "Alright, I still have other things to attend to, Sister. I won't disturb you."
Not long after Mo Shiyao left, Lu Pan's call came through.
"Ziyan, will you accompany me to a banquet tonight? I'll come pick you up later." Lu Pan's gentle voice came from the phone.
Mo Ziyan was about to agree but then remembered what Mo Shiyao had just said, a hint of hesitation appearing on her beautiful face.
"What's wrong? You're busy tonight?" Lu Pan asked when Mo Ziyan didn't respond.
Mo Ziyan hummed in agreement, apologetically saying, "Brother Pan… so many companies came seeking cooperation today, and there are still many contracts to handle. I'm afraid I won't have time tonight…"
"You need to balance work and rest. You still need to eat. I'll come pick you up tonight." Lu Pan replied, not wanting Mo Ziyan to be too tired.
"Brother Pan… can it be another day?" Mo Ziyan sounded a bit conflicted.
Seeing Mo Ziyan's insistence, Lu Pan didn't press further, "Alright, then I'll find time to see you tomorrow."
"Brother Pan is the best." Mo Ziyan hung up the phone with a hint of reluctance.
Lu Pan looked at the invitation on the table and directly tossed it into the nearby trash can.
Since Mo Ziyan wasn't going, he saw no reason to attend.
Ye Wudao, standing nearby, quietly said, "Boss, your subordinate heard that people from the Lu family and the Nalan family will also be attending tonight. It's said that the eldest daughter of the Yun family will announce her chosen partner this evening…"
"The Lu family is going too?"
Lu Pan had no interest in the Yun family's eldest daughter choosing a partner, but since the Lu family would be there, he wouldn't miss it.
A cold glint flashed in his eyes, "Then we'll go!"