pinpoint exactly what it was."What role does the troublemaker need to play next" asked Wang Zheng.Shangguan Zhen smiled and pointed southwest, saying, "Go to Ningxia for me.""Ningxia Why there" Wang Z...Main Text Chapter 92: On the Brink of Explosion

After hanging up, Zhang Mingqi's fair face was slightly flushed; the setting sun shining through the floor-to-ceiling glass added a touch of charm to her.

The Xi Lan Club is a high-end restaurant in the capital city where social celebrities often dine. The dishes are exquisite and blend Eastern and Western cuisine, naturally commanding exorbitant prices that could be equivalent to a month's salary for an average worker’s entire family, making it unaffordable for those who haven't reached middle-class status.

In fact, big cities are like this: they have glamorous exteriors but also murky underbellies. Indeed, if you have enough money, you can enjoy the world's top-notch luxuries in this city. But without money, all the glitz and glamour of society is irrelevant to you.

Wang Zheng sat in a softly lit restaurant, looking at those so-called elite figures around him. His fingers tapped lightly on the table, as if lost in thought.

Aware of Wang Zheng's large appetite, Zhang Mingqi specially ordered several exquisite dishes that were signature items at Xi Lan Club. These dishes boasted top-notch flavors.

Looking at the beautifully arranged dishes and those artistic-looking plates, Wang Zheng said with a smile, "I might be inherently unsuited for high society; I feel restrained here, having to wear suits and formal attire while always being mindful of my manners. To me, this place is not as enjoyable as drinking beer bare-chested on Water Margin Hill, eating meat by the plateful - that’s much more fun."

Zhang Mingqi chuckled and replied, "Each person has their preferences; perhaps once you get used to dining in such environments, you'll lose interest in street food. Look around this restaurant; how many people would choose a place like Water Margin Hill for a meal"

Wang Zheng said disdainfully, "A bunch of hypocrites who don't understand life."

The weather was already autumn, and Zhang Mingqi had ditched her professional attire. She wore a long Bohemian skirt in red and yellow hues that accentuated her curvaceous rear and legs, making them even more alluring. A loose white long-sleeved knit top complemented her fiery figure without being tight, making her look more sexy than if she were wearing form-fitting clothes. On her head was a wide-brimmed beige straw hat with her wavy hair cascading naturally down; to hide her strikingly beautiful face, Zhang Mingqi wore black-rimmed glasses.

This woman exuded boundless allure; any clothing on her seemed instantly infused with sexy elements, and even casual outfits looked stunning.

"No wonder you're the big boss of Blue Sea Group; as a professional in fashion, you truly understand how to put together an outfit." Wang Zheng openly admired Zhang Mingqi's appearance, his gaze lingering on certain areas without shame, making Zhang Mingqi's face flush slightly. However, she had long grown accustomed to men around her looking at her with lustful eyes since childhood, and although it wasn't pleasant, there was nothing she could do about it.

Just like now, two men at the adjacent table were openly whispering about Zhang Mingqi's figure, of course, with mostly praise and admiration; otherwise, Wang Zheng would have charged over there.

"A natural seductress—these words seem tailor-made for you." Wang Zheng was increasingly enjoying teasing this very alluring female CEO.

"Alright, no more topics related to me," Zhang Mingqi's cheeks were warm as she glared at Wang Zheng and said, "Let's talk about the Illusory Spirit Diamond."

"Sure, let’s discuss progress." When it came to business matters, Wang Zheng put away his playful thoughts. After all, using the Philadelphia Wang family to challenge Su Family's diamond market in China was his first step in striking back at the SUs.

"The Wang financial group has ample funds; I have already selected shops in fourteen prime locations across Beijing for our large department stores. The rents have been settled, and we can start renovations soon. As for bombarding them through mass media, it hasn't stopped either. Although the three diamond brands of Su Family reduced prices to counteract us, their sales remain steady but this is a contest of financial power. I believe even Su Tianran won’t be able to hold out too long."

Indeed worthy as the daughter of Blue Sea Group founder Zhang Xiaoci; when it came to business acumen, she was equally articulate and insightful. While Zhang Mingqi might not match上官詩詩's innate strategic foresight in long-term market strategies, her meticulous planning and execution were far superior.

Of course, this also highlighted Wang Zheng's discerning eye for talent.

"I think Su Tianran must be feeling rather uneasy now," Zhang Mingqi continued her analysis: "The first of Su Family’s highly profitable businesses has been hit; the next will follow. With sufficient funding, I’m confident we can push them to near bankruptcy. But Su Family still controls several monopolistic enterprises that are crucial for national livelihoods. Even if we have the financial means to撼動them, there won't be significant opportunities because this is China’s reality. If we overstep and disrupt economic order, relevant authorities will surely intervene forcefully."

Wang Zheng looked into Zhang Mingqi's seductive eyes and said, "We don’t need to think that far ahead now; let's take it step by step. This time, we start with Su Family’s high-end luxury goods, then move on to cleaning up their polluting industries. Cutting off these two major sources of wealth will make the vast Su Family unable to live comfortably."

Zhang Mingqi bit her lip, her eyes distant: "How much longer must I wait to avenge my mother Wang Zheng, if not for you, I would never sit here discussing how to deal with the SUs. I would be like before, only focusing on business affairs and nothing else. Honestly, I do miss those days."

"I was rather selfish," hearing Zhang Mingqi's words, Wang Zheng felt a slight stir in his heart. However, he wouldn't let real emotions show here; the next sentence made Zhang Mingqi want to strangle him: "Don’t worry, I’ll take responsibility for you—both physically and mentally."

"Pervert, who asked you to be responsible I’m not some unmarriageable spinster."

Zhang Mingqi's playful pouts only added to her allure, even causing two men at a nearby table to be momentarily stunned.

However, neither Wang Zheng nor Zhang Mingqi noticed that from a distant table, there was an unusually cold gaze fixated on them.

"Tianran, what's wrong You look a bit off today. Could it still have something to do with the Phantom Crystal"

A female voice sounded; it was Song Haixing, the granddaughter from the Song family who had been persistently pursuing Su Tianran without success. Last time, she was even humiliated in the eyes of everyone when her shoulder straps were pulled down by Wang Zheng at the Sky Palace International Club.

In fact, if following what the elders of the Su family suggested, the Su and Song families should have been closer allies. However, regarding Zhang Mingqi and her father Zhang Xiaoci, there was always an inexplicable feeling among the elders of the Su family. After all, in years of buried history, those unpleasant matters couldn't simply be erased.

Thus, deep down, the elder from the Su family did not wish for Su Tianran to associate with Zhang Mingqi.

Su Tianran, as the eldest grandson of the Su family, was at an age where he should get married and start a family. The Su lineage needed someone to carry on. Putting aside his intimidating status, the old monster from the Su family was just another elderly man who wished to see a harmonious scene with four generations living together before he died.

This too was a responsibility that Su Tianran must shoulder; although he devoted himself entirely to his career, he could not defy his grandfather's wishes.

"What's wrong" Song Haixing noticed today’s unusual state of Su Tianran and felt puzzled. Following the gaze of Su Tianran, her puzzled expression instantly turned into one of anger mixed with embarrassment!

Wang Zheng and Zhang Mingqi!

Song Haixing, with a narrow mind, would never forget these two people: one was her rival in love, while the other had nearly ruined her reputation.

The fact that Su Tianran liked Zhang Mingqi was almost common knowledge among the high society of Beijing. Song Haixing's relentless pursuit of Su Tianran meant Zhang Mingqi naturally became the object of her greatest resentment. Both being women, why could Zhang Mingqi be so incredibly alluring and possess such a光環（此處“光環”保留原詞，因為英文中冇有完全對應的表達方式，可以理解為“a halo”或“charm/attraction”，但考慮到上下文和直接翻譯的要求，保持不變。）while she herself, despite being quite accomplished, could only feel overshadowed by this woman from the Zhang family.

Wang Zheng, the last time he was at the top-tier nightclub Sky Palace International and had his shoulder straps fall off, exposing his transparent bra, making a big fool of himself. This incident later became a topic of conversation in the circle and was considered an utter disgrace by Song Haixing.

Recently, Song Haixing invited Su Tianran to dinner, and the number of rejections has been decreasing gradually. She thought that things between her and Su Tianran might have some chance of improvement. However, seeing Su Tianran's slightly absent-minded and subtly angry expression now, Song Haixing realized that in this man she had been persistently pursuing, there was always another person occupying his heart.

But after seeing Zhang Mingqi flirting with Wang Zheng, Song Haixing actually calmed down. It seems the cunning woman has found someone else, which is for the best; at least Su Tianran can put that idea out of his mind and not dwell on it anymore.

However, right then, Su Tianran stood up.

"Tianran, what are you going to do Don't be impulsive!" Song Haixing gently held down Su Tianran's hand; this was the hand she had been longing to touch. She never expected that today, her wish would finally come true!

Without saying a word, Su Tianran slowly withdrew his hand from Song Haixing’s grasp and took a large gulp of water to calm himself down before he could put away his somewhat cold gaze and walked towards Wang Zheng's table.

The future boyfriend she had been nurturing couldn’t possibly run into trouble now. Song Haixing couldn't just stand by idly, at this moment, she must follow closely behind him.

From her own table to Wang Zheng’s was no more than twenty meters. Su Tianran walked slowly and when he reached the table in front of Wang Zheng, his cold expression had already transformed into a warm smile.

Su Tianran's inner cultivation skills are indeed top-notch.

Wang Zheng was chatting and laughing with Zhang Mingqi just now. Upon seeing Su Tianran and Song Haixing standing beside him, he immediately put on an amiable smile full of spring-like warmth, while Wang the Bodyguard instantly transformed into a member of the wealthy Wang family from Philadelphia.

"What a coincidence! Tonight I had dinner with Mingqi here and unexpectedly ran into Grand Young Master Su."

Su Tianran also smiled and said, "It's fate. How about we sit together as four"rned and walked towards the inner room. His back seemed even more bent and aged.Su Nan Guo turned his face, his eyes bloodshot as he slapped Su Tianqi across the face with all his might!This slap was...