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Chapter 295 Rong Nianqing: Hold Me Tight (6k views, please subscribe)

It snowed in western Sichuan after the Lunar New Year, but the snow was heavy and it was very cold here. The snow from a few days ago is still piled up on the ground, like white and crystalline dust.

When Rong Nianqing arrived, she noticed that the snow on the ground was exceptionally smooth, without any trace of movement.

This means that Lü Yao did not leave the wooden house before or after the heavy snow.

"Is he trying to trap himself here and die?"

He can't be that stupid, can he?

Dressed in a fur hunting outfit, Rong Nianqing looked exceptionally dashing as she sat on a tall horse. The cool sun behind her cast its rays, which, after being diffused through the snow, made Rong Nianqing seem to be bathed in a radiant glow.

Like a goddess arriving on a warhorse.

Lü Yao looked up and quietly gazed at Rong Nianqing.

Rong Nianqing didn't say anything, her gaze calm as she looked at Lü Yao.

Lu Yao looked haggard, even disheveled, but surprisingly, his eyes were exceptionally clear, like ice blocks that had been frozen for thousands of years on this plateau glacier, crystal clear and without impurities.

It seems like he's figured it out?

A person's appearance can reveal a lot of information. Whether their teeth are good or bad, whether their face is crooked, whether their posture is good or bad, what their temperament is like, and how they talk can all reflect the environment in which they grew up and their upbringing.

The many details left on the clothes and the micro-expressions on the face can reflect a person's current state of mind, thoughts, and even events that have happened in the past period of time.

This is reflected in the British TV series "Sherlock Holmes". Although the series exaggerated it, this technique does exist.

Rong Nianqing is currently using this method to assess Lü Yao's condition.

finally.

Rong Nianqing came to a conclusion:
Lu Yao's spirit had indeed undergone a tremendous upheaval, but after these few days of reflection, he had come to understand many things, and his eyes were brighter than ever before.

The unkempt appearance left on Lü Yao's body was a result of his self-inflicted torment during this period.

Looking at Lü Yao in this state, Rong Nianqing felt that the slight resentment that had been building up in her heart along the way had almost dissipated, replaced by heartache... She didn't know what had happened to Lü Yao and Hu Xiaoyu during their trip.

But she knew what kind of person Hu Xiaoyu was, and she also had some understanding of Lü Yao.

A lot must have happened between them, and Hu Xiaoyu must have left a very deep mark on Lü Yao's heart. Then she just vanished so easily, without leaving a single word, or even saying goodbye.

But this is also the true meaning of parting.

Because true parting is never about shouting and making a scene about leaving. True parting often happens in some ordinary moment, when the person grabs their coat, opens the door, turns around, and leaves, never to return.

Those who remain will bear the enormous void left behind by the sudden disappearance of that body.

Some people don't care.

Some people's worlds may collapse in an instant because of this.

Looking at Lü Yao's haggard and disheveled appearance, Rong Nianqing felt a pang of sympathy—in the adult world, even breakdowns can happen so silently.

Lü Yao has done a very good job.

She couldn't bring herself to say anything harsh.

Rong Nianqing was even somewhat relieved that Lü Yao could be moved by love, which made Lü Yao's image in her heart more vivid and three-dimensional, rather than a "strategist" with a simple label. Just as Cao Cao admired Guan Yu's loyalty and righteousness, he also had to let Guan Yu leave because of Guan Yu's loyalty and righteousness.

Humans are contradictory; they often want both.

Suppressing the chaotic emotions in her mind, Rong Nianqing, still riding her tall horse, leaned forward slightly and reached out her hand to Lü Yao under the eaves of the wooden house.

Rong Nianqing used actions instead of words:

"Let's go back."

"with me."

Lu Yao looked up at Rong Nianqing, who was extending her hand to him, and thought to himself that President Rong was really cool. Whether it was her posture when she came or the way she was extending her hand to him now, she was as cool as a god descending from the sky.

so good.

When he was studying abroad, he also fell to the bottom, but no one would lend him a helping hand or try to pull him out of the muddy swamp. Even if someone was by his side, they were only after his body.

But now, a woman like Rong Nianqing travels thousands of miles, riding through the snow, to reach out to him.

Even if this aid is due to entanglements of interests tied to Lü Yao, it is still heartwarming.

So Lü Yao didn't say anything, but got up and went over to hold Rong Nianqing's hand.

Then Rong Nianqing pulled hard, and Lü Yao used the momentum to climb onto the horse's back.

The sudden exertion made the horse a little restless, but Rong Nianqing quickly calmed it down.

After Lü Yao was seated, Rong Nianqing pulled on the reins and said to Lü Yao, who was already mounted, "Hold on tight."

"drive!"

Rong Nianqing spurred the horse's flanks and pulled on the reins, causing the horse to turn around and gallop back the way it came.

As the horses' hooves flew and the snowflakes danced in the air, the group of people gradually disappeared from sight.

……

At Xiao Ayi's guesthouse.

After returning from the Cedar Grassland, Rong Nianqing also stayed here temporarily. Then, Rong Nianqing started chatting with Xiao Ayi and the innkeeper, intentionally or unintentionally probing what had happened to Lü Yao and Hu Xiaoyu during their time here.

Through the descriptions of Xiao Ayi and the innkeeper, Rong Nianqing gradually pieced together what had happened during that period.

Lu Yao and Hu Xiaoyu got along very well during their time there. They were inseparable, always laughing and chatting. Their relationship was so good that people would immediately think they were a very, very close couple. The innkeeper found it strange that they were such good friends, yet they were staying in two separate rooms.

Rong Nianqing smiled when she heard this.

During their time there, Lü Yao and Hu Xiaoyu explored the surrounding attractions. On a day with good weather, they went together to see the sunrise over the golden mountains, and Rong Nianqing caught a glimpse of a detail from it...

After returning from the Cat's Nose Viewing Platform, Xiao Ayi noticed that both Lü Yao and Hu Xiaoyu had a new gold ring on their left hand, worn on their ring fingers.

Now, Rong Nianqing understood everything.

When Rong Nianqing came to look for Lü Yao, she was lucky enough to see the sunrise over the golden mountains. Although it was just a fleeting glimpse along the way, the magnificent natural spectacle still attracted Rong Nianqing's attention, making her marvel at the wonders of nature.

Lu Yao and Hu Xiaoyu pledged their lives to each other amidst this natural wonder, and then Hu Xiaoyu suddenly and silently disappeared...

"hiss--"

Rong Nianqing couldn't help but gasp softly.

This wouldn't be pleasant for anyone.

The sudden emptiness after the ultimate romance is something even Buddha would shed tears over.

"Xiao Yu went too far."

But as a woman herself, Rong Nianqing could understand Hu Xiaoyu's actions, and even—felt a little envious, because Hu Xiaoyu possessed a courage and carefree spirit that she could not reach.

After piecing together the truth of the matter from Xiao Ayi and the guesthouse manager, Rong Nianqing understood Lü Yao's reaction.

After sitting in the greenhouse and drinking tea for a while, Lü Yao, who had been tidying up in the guest room for a long time, finally came down and also came to the greenhouse.

After tidying up and dressing up, Lü Yao looked completely refreshed.

Although her face still looked a bit tired with dark circles under her eyes, and the redness and peeling skin on her face were still there, her previously messy hair had been tidied up, and her dirty body had been completely cleaned up.

As for that dirty set of clothes, they were changed as well.

The marks left by the high-altitude snow on Lü Yao did not diminish his good looks; instead, they added a unique charm to him, making him look like a Khampa man born here who has lived in the city for many years.

Lu Yao sat down by the fire pit in the warm room with a smile and said, "Phew~ That feels good. President Rong, you have no idea how much grime I scrubbed off my body while I was taking a shower! I almost clogged the bathroom drain."

Rong Nianqing looked at Lü Yao, who looked relaxed, and smiled with a mix of heartache and relief. She said, "Next time you like to be alone in the wilderness, tell everyone. We're all worried about you."

Lü Yao laughed and said, "It was my oversight. I'll take good care of myself when I get back, and I'll definitely host a banquet to apologize to everyone."

Rong Nianqing laughed and said, "How long are you going to take care of yourself? There are so many things waiting for you to take charge of in Shangnan right now. I didn't realize it when you were here, but now that you've disappeared, wow! So many things have piled up on me, and the key is that I don't know how to handle them."

She said half-jokingly, "I really can't live without you now."

This is a joke, but it's also the truth.

When the businesses of companies like Huanxie Technology, Xiaomi Geek, CJ Group, and CJ Entertainment were all in chaos because they couldn't find Lü Yao, Rong Nianqing's phone rang non-stop all day long.

She can handle some basic, supply chain-related issues in these matters.

However, she was powerless to help with matters involving strategic positioning, such as the product design direction of MagicMechanics Technology and the functional design direction of Xiaomi Geek. These things seemed trivial and shouldn't be the concern of the leader, but the crucial point was...

Whether it's MagicTech or Xiaomi Geek, the products they launch are designs that transcend current constraints, things that cannot be accurately reflected in the present and market research.

Just like the first Macbook and the first all-touchscreen phone that Steve Jobs launched.

Faced with these groundbreaking products, the leader's design philosophy determines the future of these products.

It was at this time that Rong Nianqing realized that Lü Yao had unknowingly done so many things, and these things were very likely to have a great impact on the future.

Therefore, Rong Nianqing was unable to help Lü Yao manage these issues. These issues are now stuck, preventing the project from progressing. Also, due to Lü Yao's disappearance, the losses directly or indirectly caused by the various companies under Lü Yao's name this week have reached tens of millions.

If Lü Yao continues to disappear, key aspects of some important projects may come to a standstill.

It's fortunate that Lü Yao doesn't currently own any listed companies; otherwise, if this information had leaked out, the losses in the stock market would likely have been even greater.

Lu Yao clasped his hands together and raised them above his head: "I was wrong, I was wrong. My phone was already on, and I replied to some of the more important messages. I will definitely reflect deeply on my mistakes and repent when I get back."

Rong Nianqing smiled and said, "I didn't mean to blame you. Those companies are all your companies, so I have no right to blame you."

As she spoke, Rong Nianqing looked at Lü Yao's left hand.

A gold ring gleamed on the ring finger of her left hand. Rong Nianqing had originally wanted to ask Lü Yao if he had chatted with Wang Shu and Jian Xiaojie, but she swallowed the words back.

Rong Nianqing changed the subject, saying, "Since I'm already here, why don't you show me around?"

Lü Yao smiled and said, "Okay."

The RV and supply truck are still here.

It's only the seventh day of the Lunar New Year, and both Lü Yao and Rong Nianqing have longer annual leave than usual, so they still have time to relax and have some fun.

But Lü Yao didn't want to stay in Aba anymore. He said, "Let's go to Daocheng."

Let's go visit Daocheng.

Rong Nianqing smiled gently and said, "Okay."

Lü Yao and Rong Nianqing are both action-oriented. Since they have a motorhome, they can rest in the motorhome instead of the guesthouse, and arrive at their destination as soon as they open their eyes the next day.

After they finished packing their things and putting them in the car, Lü Yao looked at Xiao Ayi, who had accompanied them to the RV.

Little Ayi looked on with longing.

She is still young.

I don't know what happened between Lü Yao and Hu Xiaoyu. I don't understand why Hu Xiaoyu disappeared the day after they got along so well yesterday. I also don't understand why Lü Yao would stay in a secluded place for so long.

But after spending a long time together, Xiao Ayi has come to regard Lü Yao as a very good friend.

Now that Lü Yao is leaving, Xiao Ayi is very reluctant to part with him.

She felt she had so much to say, wanting to ask if Lü Yao would come back, whether he would come back alone or with someone else, and whether he would forget her after he went back... But all the words stuck in her throat.

She couldn't say anything, she just felt her eyes were sore and sore.

This feeling was strange; it was a sensation she had never experienced before.

The appearance of Lü Yao and Hu Xiaoyu was different from that of the other tourists. They were like a ray of light from the outside world, bringing novelty and beauty into Xiao Ayi's world... igniting a brilliant flame in Xiao Ayi's heart.

But with Hu Xiaoyu leaving without saying goodbye and Lü Yao becoming withdrawn, Xiao Ayi didn't know if their promise made that night in the greenhouse still counted.

After packing everything up, Lü Yao looked at Xiao Ayi, whose expression was complicated and uneasy.

He came to Xiao Ayi's side, and through Xiao Ayi, Lü Yao even vaguely saw Hu Xiaoyu's shadow... He finally understood why Hu Xiaoyu's gaze towards Xiao Ayi was so complicated, even revealing pity.

So Lü Yao raised his hand and patted Xiao Ayi's head, saying seriously, "You have my private phone number, you can call me anytime. I will support you in doing anything you want to do."

"You must be strong and brave."

"Go boldly pursue the life you want and experience everything you want to experience! No one can stand in your way. Just give me a call and I'll come to help you."

With his hands firmly on Xiao Ayi's shoulders, Lü Yao said, "Even if they are your parents, I will help you settle things, I promise."

The strong tone and assurances gradually calmed Xiao Ayi's initially anxious heart.

Then she noticed that Lü Yao seemed to be radiating light.

That is the radiance of a hero.

So little Ayi nodded seriously: "Yes! I will!"

Lu Yao breathed a sigh of relief and said easily, "Then, I'll wait for you to come find me."

After saying that, he turned and got into the car, then waved goodbye to Xiao Ayi from the window.

It wasn't until the RV had driven quite a distance that Rong Nianqing smiled and said, "You seem to care a lot about this young girl."

Lu Yao smiled and said, "Xiao Ayi's family is actually not short of money, but they still want to keep her here, trapped at the foot of this sacred mountain, so that she will get married and have children when she reaches a certain age. This is not her right."

"A person should have more freedom in life."

Rong Nianqing remained silent for a moment.

She could tell, of course, that Lu Yao's words were not only referring to Xiao Ayi, but also to Hu Xiaoyu.

What was said unintentionally may have been taken to heart by the listener.

Rong Nianqing looked out the window and said softly, "Freedom is not about being able to do whatever you want, but about not having to do what you don't want to do; it sounds simple, but it's so difficult to put into practice."

Man is born free, and everywhere he is in chains.

The RV traveled overnight and arrived in Daocheng, Ganzi the next day.

Daocheng wasn't particularly popular in 2016, but after this year, it will quickly become a hit due to an essay by a certain author and a recommendation from a voice actor on a short video platform.

Daocheng Yading has gradually become a popular spot for online celebrities to visit and take photos.

This craze won't subside until 2020.

Before the fire broke out in the car, Lü Yao and Rong Nianqing arrived here.

Actually, the scenery in Ganzi and Aba is not that different. Especially when you come in February, there are no dazzling colors. The scenery is mainly snow-covered. It looks magnificent at first glance, but you get tired of it after a while.

Especially considering that Lü Yao lived for so long by the meadow and cedar forest.

If you come here in September or October, you can see the most colorful western Sichuan.

pity……

After returning home this time, Lü Yao probably won't come here for a long time.

In winter, long-distance tours to Daocheng Yading are closed, so most people can't see Milk Lake and Five-Color Lake. But Rong Nianqing is no ordinary person. After making two phone calls, the person in charge of the scenic area personally dispatched staff to escort them to the Milk Lake.

The high-altitude lakes here freeze over in winter, so they lose their former clear blue waters and shimmering charm. The frozen lakes truly become giant gems, with their Tiffany green color being particularly eye-catching.

Lü Yao and Rong Nianqing set up a canopy here, preparing to take a short rest.

Lü Yao, accompanied by景区 staff, arrived at the edge of Milk Lake.

Looking at the frozen sea of ​​milk reflecting the clear and elegant Tiffany green under the sunlight, Lü Yao's turbulent emotions seemed to gradually calm down.

He stared at the distant scenery, but his right hand unconsciously caressed the ring on the ring finger of his left hand.

perhaps.

Letting go of everything completely here is the most rational and optimal choice... Lu Yao repeatedly reminded himself of this.

But he stood by the Milky Way for a very long time before finally taking the ring off his left ring finger with his right hand.

"Keep it."

So Lü Yao put his hands back in his pockets and went back to Tianmu to have tea with Rong Nianqing.

……

Lü Yao and Rong Nianqing stayed in Ganzi for two days before returning to Shangnan.

After returning to Shangnan, Lü Yao did not rush to appear in front of those around him or his colleagues. Instead, he booked a hotel and quietly recuperated.

The air in the Sichuan-Western Plateau is too dry and the ultraviolet radiation is too strong. Lü Yao needs time to recover from the impact of Sichuan on him, and he does this in order to maintain his consistent image in the public eye.

Why do so many celebrities, despite being incredibly wealthy, always appear in public dressed in roughly the same way?
Steve Jobs' black turtleneck sweater, Mr. Zhou's red suit...

These are all deliberate and forced anchorings they employ to better solidify their image in consumers' minds and anchor their products and personal image, thereby making themselves part of the company's "assets."

In this aspect of marketing, Steve Jobs was undoubtedly the most successful.

Because Jobs had been ousted from the company he founded, after returning to Apple and pulling the company back from the brink of collapse, he began to focus on building his personal image and strongly associating it with the company.

So much so that when Tim Cook, Jobs' successor, first took over Apple, he inherited Jobs' previous style of dress, trying his best to fit the image of Silicon Valley elites, even though Cook was in supply chain and marketing and not so enthusiastic about technological innovation.

As for Mr. Zhou's image marketing... it's somewhat inappropriate.

At the very least, he doesn't fit the image of a tech company.

Because Lü Yao attracted a lot of media attention and traffic from the very beginning, his image has always been strongly associated with his companies. This means that Lü Yao's actions can significantly influence how the outside world judges his companies.

Therefore, he needs to eliminate as much of the influence he left behind in western Sichuan as possible.

Of course, during his days recuperating in the hotel, Lü Yao didn't stay idle. He finally had time to carefully review the reports submitted by various companies.

Lu Yao has submitted written responses to the reports from MagicTech and Xiaomi Geek, as well as their subsequent suggestions.

With the imminent launch of ByteDance's "Douyin," Lü Yao has shifted the main R&D focus of Huanxie Technology to the development of portable drones and cameras. At the same time, he has urged Huanxie Technology to work on photography and strive to achieve "straight-out-of-camera shooting" as much as possible.

To this end, Lü Yao also acted as a go-between, getting technical experts from Xiaomi Group and Samsung Group to improve the lenses and image algorithms of MagicMechanics Technology.

As for Xiaomi Geek, thanks to Lee Yong-jin's involvement, high-end Samsung products have been able to flow into Xiaomi Group's supply chain through overseas shell companies. Xiaomi's flagship products for 2016, as well as Xiaomi Geek's high-end products, are expected to be launched in the second half of this year.

However, in Lü Yao's current industrial layout, the most important aspects are still the development of the gaming industry and the short video industry.

It's no secret that ByteDance is developing short video platforms, given the existence of products like Huoshan Video and Toutiao Video. However, at Lü Yao's insistence, the development of Douyin has been well protected.

With the internet community currently focused on the gaming battle between Guangan and Tencent, the development of the "Douyin" app by Zipiao Jump went very smoothly.

They encountered almost no obstacles.

Meanwhile, after Yao Qiguang hosted the launch of Guang'an's new game "PUBG", Tencent also held a game launch event after the Spring Festival, releasing a game similar to "PUBG" called "PUBG Battlegrounds".

However, unlike "PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds," which is a PC game, "PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds" is a mobile game.

That was a truly vicious move.

The mobile game market is indeed larger than the PC game market, and with the support of its social system, Tencent has a unique advantage in the mobile game market. If Lu Yao and his team can expand the market share of the battle royale game "PUBG", then Tencent can reap the benefits!
They're just jumping on the bandwagon and making a killing!
This move was truly ruthless and undermined.

(End of this chapter)