I started by watching videos, and I chose 10,000 combat power.

Those sarcastic remarks, like thorns, pierced the hearts of many Chinese people.

What if there really isn't an earthquake?

What if it really is a misjudgment?

Every sarcastic remark made today will become a joke tomorrow.

at the same time.

Coastal cities of the Dragon Kingdom.

Patrol efforts have been significantly increased in all coastal areas.

The police car drove slowly along the coastal highway, its roof lights flashing silently.

The reminder was playing on a loop over and over again through the loudspeaker.

"Attention all citizens: Please do not approach the seaside recently and avoid going to dangerous areas such as beaches and reefs. If you notice anything unusual at sea, please evacuate immediately and call the police."

There were very few tourists on the seaside boardwalk.

Several young people were standing by the railing, filming videos with their phones.

"Family members, the weather is calm today; it doesn't look like an earthquake is about to happen!"

"The Japanese say we're a fake, could it really be true?"

Someone nearby chimed in.

"Whether it's true or not, it's always better to be careful."

"Too."

The patrolling police officers walked over.

"Comrade, the beach is dangerous, please leave as soon as possible."

The young man put away his phone, chuckled awkwardly, and left.

The sunlight shone on the sea, making it sparkle.

There is nothing unusual about it.

in the afternoon.

The embassy of the Republic of China was located in the country.

The last group of staff carried their luggage and walked out the door.

A bus was parked at the entrance, and they boarded it one after another.

A young diplomat glanced back.

He worked in this building for three years.

I have to leave now, and I don't know when I'll be back.

His colleague patted him on the shoulder.

"Let's go."

The young diplomat nodded, turned, and got into the car.

The doors closed. The bus slowly drove away.

night.

Japan, Fukushima.

A group of workers are conducting final checks in front of the nuclear wastewater discharge facility.

The indicator light flashed, and the numbers on the dial jumped.

The person in charge nodded in satisfaction.

"Everything is normal. Preparing to discharge."

The instruction has been issued.

The valve slowly opened.

The nuclear wastewater flows into the sea through pipelines.

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Luo Fei turned off the TV.

The living room quieted down, with only the chirping of cicadas outside the window.

He leaned back on the sofa and stared blankly for a while.

He couldn't be bothered to read or care about the online debates.

What's meant to come will come.

Luo Fei looked at the calendar next to the television and suddenly remembered something.

In about ten days, my younger sister will start school.

The two younger sisters had already mastered the first set of body-refining techniques and had a solid foundation for their bodies.

It's time to teach the second set.

It would be best to teach them before the start of the school year.

Luo Fei stood up and went to the stairwell.

"Xiaoying," he called out.

A muffled response came from upstairs.

"what?"

"Come down, I have something to tell you."

A few seconds later, Luo Ying came downstairs, followed by Zhao Lin.

The little girl is like a little tail, following her older sister wherever she goes.

"What is it?" Luo Ying walked to the sofa and sat down.

"How's your practice of the first set of movements going?"

Luo Ying thought for a moment.

"You've practiced quite diligently."

Zhao Lin, who was standing next to her, nodded vigorously.

"Yes, yes! We practice every day!"

Luo Fei smiled.

"That's good."

"Next, I will teach you the second set of movements."

Luo Ying immediately perked up.

"Then teach me quickly!"

Zhao Lin also became excited.

Luo Fei raised his hand and pressed it down.

"Don't rush."

He looked at Chu Yue, who had just come downstairs.

Chu Yue held a glass of water, leaned back in her dining chair, and quietly watched them.

"Chu Yue, how did your first set go?" Luo Fei asked.

Chu Yue thought for a moment.

"I've mastered the movements, but I'm still far from being proficient."

"It may take some more time to consolidate."

Luo Fei nodded.

"Then you should first solidify your understanding of the first set."

"Don't rush with the second set. You can observe it from the sidelines until you've fully mastered the first set."

Chu Yue nodded.

"it is good."

She took her water glass, walked to the single sofa in the corner of the living room, sat down, and watched quietly.

Luo Fei turned to Luo Ying and Zhao Lin.

"Let's begin now."

"The second set of movements is much more complex and difficult than the first set."

"You need to be mentally prepared."

Luo Ying patted her chest.

"Don't worry, bro, I'll definitely learn it!"

Zhao Lin also patted her chest in agreement.

"I can do it too!"

Luo Fei smiled.

"Then let's give it a try."

He stood up and walked to the center of the living room.

Luo Ying and Zhao Lin quickly followed and stood in front of him.

"Watch closely."

Luo Fei began demonstrating the first movement.

The movements are very slow.

But just by looking at it, you can feel the complex way it's being used.

Every part of the body needs to work together.

Luo Ying stared at it, her eyes widening in surprise.

"This is way too difficult!"

Zhao Lin's face scrunched up.

"My god, this is a hundred times harder than the first one..."

Luo Fei stopped his attack and looked at them.

"Did you see clearly?"

The two sisters shook their heads in unison.

"no."

Luo Fei smiled, not surprised at all.

"It's okay, take your time."

"I'll break it down and teach you."

He started from the initial stance of the first movement and broke it down step by step.

Every point was explained clearly.

Luo Ying and Zhao Lin listened attentively and tried their best to imitate.

But soon, Luo Ying got stuck.

"No, no, is that how you turn your waist?"

Luo Fei walked over and reached out to adjust her posture.

"Move your waist forward a little more, yes, like that."

"Bend your legs a little more, yes."

Luo Ying bit her lip, trying her best to maintain that awkward posture.

My body is shaking.

Sweat began to bead on my forehead.

"Brother, this is so tiring..."

Luo Fei glanced at her.

"Take a rest if you're tired."

Luo Ying immediately relaxed and gasped for breath.

Zhao Lin, who was standing next to her, was in an even worse situation.

The little girl was already covered in sweat, her face was flushed, and her posture was crooked and awkward.

Luo Fei went over and helped her adjust it.

"Linlin, spread your legs a little wider, yes."

"Stand up straight, don't bend over, that's right."

Zhao Lin gritted her teeth and persevered.

But he only lasted a short while before collapsing to the ground.

"I can't take it anymore, I'm exhausted..."

Luo Fei looked at them and smiled.

"That's all for now."

"Practice a little more tonight, then take a medicinal bath, and continue tomorrow."

Luo Ying and Zhao Lin felt like they had been granted a pardon and collapsed on the sofa, not wanting to move at all.

Chu Yue watched from the side, a slight smile playing on her lips.

Although she hadn't practiced these movements, she knew just by watching them how difficult they were.

It's already quite impressive that these two girls managed to persevere.

evening.

Luo Yumei returned from outside, carrying a brown paper document bag in her hand.

He had a smile on his face.

"Xiao Fei, we've retrieved the business license!"

Luo Fei took the document bag, opened it, and took out the business license inside.

Qingsitang Biotechnology Co., Ltd.

Legal Representative: Luo Yumei

He glanced at it twice and handed it back to Luo Yumei.

"Congratulations, Mr. Luo."

Luo Yumei was amused by this nickname.

"What? Mr. Luo, it hasn't even started yet."

Luo Fei nodded.

"Have you found a suitable location for the company?"

Luo Yumei shook her head.

"Not yet, we haven't had a chance to see the venue yet."

"Let's look again tomorrow, we should be able to find something suitable."

Luo Fei hummed in agreement.

He didn't say anything more.

night.

The two sisters, who had just finished their exercise, took a medicinal bath and went to bed early.

The next day, early in the morning.

Sunlight streamed into the room.

Luo Fei opened his eyes.

That familiar voice echoed in my mind.

[A divine choice has been triggered today.]

Option A: Obtain full ownership of the newly built "Jinding Building" in Qingyang County (15 floors, just finished renovation, no companies have moved in yet, all legal procedures have been completed, and the property certificate has been mailed to you).

Option B: Obtain 5 street-front shops in the commercial street of Qingyang County (all occupied, with stable rents).

Luo Fei acted almost without hesitation.

I choose A.

At the same time, ask the system in your mind.

"System, is it possible for whatever I need to appear in the options?"

[Host is overthinking it! Rewards are random! There's absolutely no pattern!]

Luo Fei smiled, got up, washed up, and went downstairs.

Downstairs, Luo Ying and Zhao Lin were already up and sitting at the dining table eating breakfast.

He sat down and began to eat breakfast.

He suddenly spoke up halfway through the meal.

"Auntie, we don't need to look for a new place for the company."

Luo Yumei was taken aback.

"What?"

Luo Fei looked at her.

"I just bought a building."

"The newly built Jinding Building in Qingyang County has 15 floors. It has just been renovated and no companies have moved in yet."

"Reserve one floor for our company."

The dining table fell silent instantly.

The spoon in Luo Yumei's hand stopped in mid-air.

She looked at Luo Fei, her eyes slowly widening.

"Xiaofei, what did you say?"

Luo Ying was also stunned.

"Brother, when did you buy that building?"

Zhao Lin blinked, still not quite understanding.

Chu Yue paused slightly in the hand holding the water glass.

She looked at Luo Fei, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes.

Luo Yumei opened her mouth, wanting to say something, but not knowing what to say.

Luo Ying stared blankly at her brother.

She knew her brother was very rich now.

But it was a large building.

Assets of this caliber are worth at least several hundred million.

Luo Yumei was stunned for a long time before she slowly found her voice again.

"Xiao Fei, this won't do..."

Luo Fei waved his hand.

"Auntie, the company needs a space."

"The Jin Ding Building has a good location and is newly renovated, which is perfect."

"Reserve one floor for the company, and the rest can be rented out."

"It's settled then."

His tone was calm, yet left no room for argument.

Luo Yumei gave a soft "hmm".

He did not refuse again.

Luo Ying muttered to herself from the side.

"Brother, how much money do you have left...?"

Luo Fei smiled.

No reply.

Breakfast continues.

But the atmosphere was clearly different.

After finishing breakfast, Luo Fei stood up.

"Let's go, let's keep practicing."

Luo Ying and Zhao Lin exchanged a glance, then stood up with bitter faces.

Despite their resistance, they still had to practice.

Chu Yue also stood up and went to the courtyard to continue practicing the first set of movements.

Luo Yumei sat at the dining table, looking at the business license in her hand and then at the courtyard outside the window.

In the courtyard, Luo Fei was teaching two little girls to do movements.

The sunlight fell on them.

10:00 AM.

Online, the debate about earthquake early warning is intensifying.

In Japan, from official circles to the general public, there was almost unanimous ridicule.

"Where's the earthquake? Why hasn't it come yet?"

"Didn't the people of China say there would be a major earthquake? How come we're still alive and well?"

"Hahaha, is this the level of science in China? It's hilarious!"

"Let's continue releasing nuclear wastewater tonight and see what they can do!"

Various comments, accompanied by various memes, spread wildly on the internet.