Drip, drip, drip!!!
Amidst the jarring alarm, Lu Li, with a rock-hard erection, slowly woke up.
After a simple bath and washing up.
Lu Li changed into clean clothes and styled his hair in front of the mirror.
In the mirror, a youth's fair and flawless face was reflected. His eyebrows were dark and his eyes were sharp. Due to spending a long time in the gym, his facial contours were chiseled, with distinct angles.
His temperament was reserved, exuding a majestic confidence from within.
Putting on a pair of pure white sneakers, Lu Li, having finished his morning tea, prepared to head out to the City Hall located in the bustling heart of Shencheng.
Compared to the solemnity of others dressed in suits and ties, Lu Li appeared much more casual.
He hadn't brought anyone with him, being a lone wolf. The main reason was not wanting to expose too many of his own secrets.
The hotel was less than half an hour's drive from the City Hall. Lu Li dozed off briefly in the car before being woken up by the enthusiastic driver.
After getting out of the car, Lu Li was awestruck by the modern and fashionable city before him.
He stood still, quietly absorbing the charm of this city.
Shencheng was prosperous, hailed as the most livable city in the land, encompassing everything and deeply loved by young people.
Lu Li slowly traversed the lively streets, with cars flowing like water and horses like dragons. Shops lined both sides, their banners and flags fluttering vigorously in the wind.
A line of poetry involuntarily surfaced in his mind: "Misty willows and painted bridges, wind-curtained green screens, ten thousand households in disarray."
In reality, Shencheng was even more prosperous than the Qiantang described in the poem, filled with youthful energy. Both its cultural atmosphere and architectural style exuded vitality.
Shencheng City Hall was situated in the bustling downtown area, blending seamlessly with the surrounding shops. Unlike Haicheng's stern and unapproachable demeanor, it possessed a subtle aura of being hidden in plain sight.
When Lu Li arrived, two or three groups of people were already gathered in front of the municipal government conference room, all dressed in suits and ties. He seemed somewhat out of place among them.
After glancing at him, a few people resumed their conversations.
"I heard from my superiors that Penguin has a very mysterious person attending this seminar today. I wonder if it's true."
"How mysterious? Is there anything special about them?"
"I heard it too. They say this person has never participated in any activities organized by Penguin, not even small group gatherings or company annual parties. Rumor has it, it's a beauty, and single too."
"That's unlikely. To be able to attend this meeting, you'd need at least ten years of experience. Thirty-something and still single, what kind of beauty is that?"
"It's true! Our department head heard the news and beat his chest in regret. He even offered to treat me to breakfast for a year in exchange for a chance to attend this meeting, but I was handpicked by headquarters, so I couldn't switch. Do you know what he told me when I asked him why he was so eager to meet this person?"
"What did he say?" someone chimed in.
The man with a full beard, mimicking his leader, said imposingly, "Damn, she's massive!"
...
"Young man, you've gone to the wrong place. This isn't a tourist attraction." The cleaning aunt kindly reminded Lu Li, clearly mistaking him for an out-of-town visitor.
"Huh? I'm not here for tourism, I'm here to attend today's VR game seminar." Lu Li, engrossed in gossip, snapped back to attention and patiently explained to the cleaning aunt.
"You're here for the seminar too? Dressed like that?"
The men in suits and ties who had been discussing animatedly just moments ago all turned their heads, scanning him from head to toe, their faces filled with confusion. "Which company are you from? You don't seriously think this is a paid vacation, do you?"
"Lingjing." Lu Li replied flatly.
"Holy crap!!!"
Lu Li was pleased with everyone's reaction, waiting leisurely for countless praises for Lingjing to pour in.
However, these guys were petrified in place as if bewitched, their eyes fixed on him... or rather, behind him.
Upon closer inspection, Lu Li realized their gazes were not focused on him at all, but seemed to project straight past him to his rear.
Lu Li felt a bit puzzled. What was behind him that was even more attractive than his magnificent Lingjing?
Following the gazes of the crowd, Lu Li slowly turned his head.
Tap! Tap! Tap!
The group of women approaching wore exquisite black high heels, their steps on the ground possessing a natural rhythm, quite pleasing to the ear.
As they drew closer, everyone present felt their hearts involuntarily skip a few beats, their breathing becoming heavy and rapid, their eyes practically bulging.
There were three women in the group.
The one leading was a woman in her late forties or early fifties with a neat short haircut. The one to her left, younger, around thirty-five, was still attractive in her mature years, but clearly not the reason for everyone's petrification.
Their gaze was uniformly directed to the right, where stood a woman in her prime, around twenty years old. Her eyes, like autumn water, were captivating. Her nose was small and delicate, her lips full and rosy, her features seemingly crafted by divine hands, flawless. Her skin was so fair it was striking, as if imbued with a lustrous glow.
And a common thought arose in their minds: That boss of his didn't lie to me, she's really big!!!
The moment their eyes met, Lu Li was surprised to find that her almond-shaped eyes seemed to be appraising him?
This was truly not his narcissism, nor was it an illusion. Lu Li was certain she was openly examining him, and didn't even shy away when their gazes met.
This beauty was indeed stunning. There were almost no traces of makeup on her face, a stark contrast to the other two women whose fair skin seemed somewhat excessive.
Lu Li had an innate preference for natural beauty. He couldn't help but glance back again.
Hmm, still scrutinizing him.
She possessed a captivating brightness within her composure, her flowing gaze seeming to draw one's very soul into it.
He turned back as if to escape.
Heh, he's quite interesting.
Bai Zhiyuan's heart fluttered as she saw Lu Li, dressed in casual white amidst a sea of black suits and ties. As expected of the person she had chosen, he was always... well, unique and unconventional, no matter the time or place.
At this moment, Lu Li appeared somewhat out of place among the serious and formal men.
Moreover, he was very young, with a hint of youthful innocence still on his face, giving him a natural advantage amongst the greasy old men. The other two Penguin executives couldn't help but look at him a couple of times.
"Hello, my name is Bai Zhiyuan, Designer Lu Li. I told you we would meet in Shencheng."
Bai Zhiyuan, walking up to Lu Li, extended her hand. A smile she couldn't hide graced her stunning face as she spoke softly and melodiously.
Wink!
Seeing the kindness projected towards him, Lu Li, his mind a blank slate, nodded woodenly and then took Bai Zhiyuan's delicate fingers.
Hmm, a bit soft~~
He never would have imagined that Bai Zhiyuan, with whom he had been communicating quietly for so long, was actually a high-level executive at Penguin. And so outstanding. The most crucial thing was that she also had that strange little hobby, truly a complete contrast, making him feel a sense of disbelief.
This action instantly caused a stir among all the men present. Some visibly turned red-eyed, their fists involuntarily clenched.
Even Bai Zhiyuan's colleagues nearby were stunned. Why would this director, known for being a cold beauty at the company, show such kindness to a stranger?
What kind of dreamlike scenario was this?
Wait...???
Lu Li???
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(It's so difficult, writing daily life takes twice as much time as writing about games. This aspect is indeed a weakness, I need to practice more.)