The two beams of golden light merged into one. Since Fu Ruhai hadn't chanted any spells, one light appeared larger than the other.
But that was enough. The approaching black shadow began to shrink, bit by bit.
Victory and defeat were decided. To prolong the stalemate would be even more disadvantageous.
The last time they encountered the golden light, it was only for the Fu Guo. This time, it was likely the same.
Thinking thus, the approaching entity had no choice but to produce a Fu Guo and toss it into the air.
The golden light instantly left his body and shot towards the Fu Guo.
Upon seeing the golden light, the Fu Guo trembled like a child seeing its mother, and each one rushed towards the Fu De Manual.
Liu Sandao seized the opportunity and collected them into the Fu De Manual.
"We'll see about this!"
The approaching entity, having gained no advantage, uttered these words and flew away.
Liu Sandao looked at the mad woman outside the room and immediately threw the Fu Guo to her.
These Fu Guo were originally meant to be distributed to mortals, but somewhere along the line, things had changed to this.
This made Liu Sandao sigh, wondering if the practice itself had been wrong from the beginning.
But the Fu Guo system was already mature; even if he wanted to change it, he couldn't!
Receiving the Fu Guo, the woman turned and returned to the room, a "clang!" echoing as she closed the dilapidated door.
"Wuwuwu!"
She sobbed, leaning on Wang Yuanzhi.
"It's alright, it's alright, they've left!"
Wang Yuanzhi comforted his wife, surprised that at such a critical moment, it was she who had protected him. He held her tighter.
...
"Who do you think will dominate this matter?"
Liu Sandao asked Fu Ruhai.
"Jia Zhengqing!"
"Why so certain?"
"Hahaha, I won't tell you!" Fu Ruhai teased.
He had already sent his dream. He just didn't know how Wu Guozheng would get involved next.
However, seeing Fu Ruhai’s confident demeanor, it seemed that Jia Zhengqing's dream was no ordinary one.
With this thought, Liu Sandao vanished without a word.
"Hey, I said you..."
Fu Ruhai could only call out helplessly.
...
This was a private room, where a spacious table was already laden with various dishes.
To gauge the cost of such a feast, one only needed to look at the king crab.
Clearly, this was a high-end banquet.
Liu Sandao didn't know why he was suddenly in this banquet within his consciousness.
Although he could arrive through wine, he couldn't hold his liquor well and should avoid it as much as possible. Otherwise, he might regret it one day if he fell victim to wine again.
However, the wine glasses clearly contained water. Was this a deliberate arrangement?
As he pondered, two people entered.
"Come, come, Director Wu, please sit, take the head seat!"
A voice said, ushering Wu Guozheng to the seat facing the door.
That was the main seat, usually the most important position at the table.
Wu Guozheng sitting there indicated he was the highest-ranking person present.
The person who spoke sat in front of Liu Sandao's cup.
Liu Sandao detached himself and floated into the air, patiently observing the banquet. To understand a person thoroughly, one had to observe their every word and deed.
"Manager Zhao, why are there only the two of us?"
Wu Guozheng asked, seemingly a little displeased. To avoid suspicion, he usually didn't drink alone with others.
Therefore, Wu Guozheng felt a bit uneasy about Zhao Hui's arrangement and was considering how to find an excuse to leave when Zhao Hui spoke.
"How can that be? Director Wu. It's no fun if it's just the two of us! Wait a moment!"
Zhao Hui said, and then began to make a phone call.
Making a director wait, unless the person was of higher rank; yet today, he was already seated at the head of the table, so the newcomer couldn't be of higher rank.
If it weren't for a friend's introduction, he would never have come to this banquet today.
He had known Zhao Hui for a long time. He heard that her sister had extensive connections and her family had amassed considerable wealth over the years. However, he had never interacted with them.
Furthermore, Master Wang had predicted that he might encounter opportunities for promotion and wealth soon, so he started attending various banquets.
If he could advance further, that would be great; if not, at the very least, he hoped to make some money.
Thinking of this, Wu Guozheng couldn't hide his smile.
Of course, he was always like this.
"Hello! Xiao Xia, bring your friend! Hurry, private room 24! ... Yes!"
After Zhao Hui hung up the phone, to avoid misunderstanding from Wu Guozheng, he proactively said:
"Director Wu, it's two beautiful ladies, just finished class. You don't mind waiting, do you?"
Zhao Hui had already inquired and knew that Wu Guozheng had a weakness for such things. Although his official position wasn't high, he was a person of real power. Most importantly, his family matters were rather complicated this time, and he had to build good relationships as soon as possible.
"Oh? From Qingkong University?"
Wu Guozheng asked softly, a smile on his face. He was quite satisfied with this arrangement.
"Yes, a famous talented woman! A top art student, remarkable!"
Zhao Hui embellished enthusiastically.
The more exaggerated the praise, the more it would pique the interest of the old man.
Although Wu Guozheng was a seasoned player in such matters, he never refused novelty, so his heart felt like it was being scratched by a hundred hooks.
Forget about money, this was also good!
Thinking of this, his eyes narrowed into slits with delight.
Zhao Hui understood. That's how lecherous people looked.
They chatted for a few more sentences, then "Dang dang dang!"
A dull thud sounded as someone knocked on the door.
Zhao Hui called out, "Come in!"
"Manager Zhao, we're here!"
Two girls entered, clearly looking like university students.
The first girl to enter was heavily made up. Wu Guozheng's smile stiffened slightly as he looked at her.
But the girl who followed was different.
She wore a white dress, paired with a pink handbag. Her permed black hair, under the soft light of the private room, looked somewhat alluring. What was most captivating were her eyes, exceptionally large, very pure, yet hinting at a touch of seduction.
One had to admit, "Such a woman belongs in heaven; how often can she be found on earth."
She wore no makeup, yet her allure was captivating.
From the moment she entered, Wu Guozheng's eyes never left her.
Seeing this, Zhao Hui felt that this matter was already more than halfway successful.
Liu Sandao, seeing this, finally understood. Wu Guozheng was not living up to his name.
It seemed his dream had failed once again.
His previous dream had led to the loss of two lives; this time, had his dream ruined another life?
Thinking of this, Liu Sandao vanished.
There was no need to ponder the aftermath. Wu Guozheng was bound to fall, a consequence of his position.
Once one strayed from the right path, they could never find their way back!
In this situation, he could only place his hope on the dream Fu Ruhai had sent.
Perhaps this matter still depended on that dark-faced man, the one who looked as if everyone owed him money.