In middle age, one's comprehension becomes extraordinary.

After completing his tasks for the day, Li Yuan did not continue.

There's no need to rush into work.

Doing things too quickly can make people think you're contributing too little.

Upon returning to Lanying City, Li Yuan had dinner with everyone.

I got home early today, at six o'clock.

Everyone ate at the hotel restaurant, keeping a low profile.

Yesterday, no one had any thoughts about what Xia Zhao said; they thought she was joking when she praised Li Yuan.

But now, as they ate dinner together, everyone felt that something was off.

Xia Zhao unconsciously sat down next to Li Yuan.

The two were not far enough apart.

Generally speaking, a normal social distance should be more than 0.5 meters.

If two people are in close proximity frequently and for extended periods, then there is a problem.

Of course, there are exceptions for special reasons.

For example, there are too few seats, so we have no choice but to sit in a crowded place.

That's clearly not the case right now.

The hotel restaurant is spacious; there's no need to sit too close together.

Others around might not understand what intimate distance means, but this kind of close proximity already makes people feel uncomfortable.

During the meal, everyone talked about these tasks.

Throughout Li Yuan's account, he never mentioned that these tasks were easy.

When describing, be as detailed as possible.

The difficulties at each step were laid out before everyone.

Let everyone hear it and be able to simulate it in their minds.

Occasionally, Xia Zhao would chime in, describing the difficulties from her perspective.

If Li Yuan's description couldn't frighten them, then what Xia Zhao said would definitely intimidate them.

For a martial arts prodigy like Xia Zhao, things that seem simple are often impossible for others even with their best efforts.

If she says it's difficult, then it really is difficult.

Xia Zhao echoed his words, and Zhou, the deputy commander who had originally wanted to say something, also shut up.

Regardless, Li Yuan really helped him a lot.

He was the benefactor who helped him take another step forward.

We'd do anything to get that S-grade nutritional blend.

As dinner was almost finished, a young woman walked towards them with light, quick steps.

Her name is Lai Xin, and she is an intern at the Lanying City Command Center.

Although it was an internship, she naturally felt a sense of belonging.

She was introduced by Zhuang Meng, so she naturally ended up working for Tang Wenlou.

"Excuse me, Deputy Commander, I'm here to see Li Yuan. I have something to discuss with him."

Please ask him to come along.

Lai Xin's title specifically indicated that he was the deputy commander.

This title further confirms the faction she belongs to.

"Mr. Li Yuan has just finished his mission and is exhausted. Please don't bother him with such trivial matters."

Deputy Commander Zhou gave her a cold look.

He didn't want to give this intern any face at all.

Lai Xin has a pretty good mental fortitude.

Faced with her boss's indifference, she turned her head to look at Li Yuan in the restaurant.

"Li Yuan, Sister Zhuang Meng has something to say to you."

You only have one chance. If you don't go tonight, you'll never get another chance.

Lai Xin was full of confidence, as Zhuang Meng had clearly explained the arrangements to her when she listened to them.

Upon hearing this, Li Yuanhui nervously stood up.

She will then lead the way.

Zhuang Meng also emphasized to Lai Xin that they could take a detour when leading the way.

Make Li Yuan anxious and wear down his patience.

The more patience she expends, the more successful she will be when she finally gets around to her point.

Lai Xin's confident demeanor intimidated everyone around her.

Even Li Yuan was somewhat bewildered.

How did she get the confidence to talk to herself like that?

What do you mean by only having one chance?

No matter how many opportunities he had, he had no interest in seeing Zhuang Meng.

Now, he and she have nothing to do with each other anymore.

He had no feelings or desires for Zhuang Meng, and there was even a clear gap between them.

"If you don't come with me after the last five counts, I'll consider it a missed opportunity."

five......"

Lai Xin, full of confidence, began the countdown.

Xia Zhao, standing to the side, had a cold expression, making it impossible to tell what she was thinking.

Coming to his senses, Li Yuan looked at Lai Xin with an expression as if she were an idiot.

Let her count in front of everyone.

Lai Xin hadn't expected that the situation was completely different from what Zhuang Meng had described.

Li Yuan seemed too lazy to even respond to her threats.

"Why stop? Keep counting."

I'd like to see how they can scare me.

What opportunity could I possibly miss?

Li Yuan looked at Lai Xin and spoke calmly, showing no intention of leaving with her.

Lai Hsin was starting to panic.

Strong and composed, she threatened again: "Li Yuan, are you sure you want to give up this opportunity?"

If you don't go this time, Sister Zhuang Meng won't talk to you anymore.

Upon hearing this, Li Yuan was speechless.

"I've told her several times to stop bothering me."

I have no feelings for her, and our relationship is over.

What was she thinking? Why did she keep clinging to these illusions?

"You're about to get married, can't you just behave yourself?"

Lai Xin was at a loss for words after Li Yuan's remarks.

The message she received said that Li Yuan was obsessed with Zhuang Meng.

This obsession was so strong that Li Yuan was willing to give up everything.

But after arriving, Lai Xin felt that she didn't see even a trace of this obsession.

Upon hearing Zhuang Meng's name, Li Yuan remained remarkably calm.

Sitting on the stool, I couldn't be bothered to move an inch.

She threatened him with a countdown, while Li Yuan watched with amusement.

They clearly don't care; there's absolutely no indication of any inclination towards them.

Furthermore, Li Yuan just mentioned that Zhuang Meng harbored illusions.

For a moment, Lai Xin thought of a terrible situation.

Li Yuan likely has no feelings for Zhuang Meng whatsoever, and may even dislike her.

Zhuang Meng herself believed that others still had feelings for her.

It's a misjudgment caused by excessive narcissism!

Seeing that Li Yuan didn't move at all, Lai Xin thought for a moment and decided to bring up what she had to say in advance.

"Li Yuan, I can tell you something."

Zhuang Mengjie and Tang Shuchen have called off their engagement...

As soon as he finished speaking, Li Yuan waved his hand hastily, clearly wanting to refuse.

"Let her cancel it, don't drag me into it."

I already have someone I admire. Please tell her so she can feel more at ease.

Don't try to take advantage of my achievements.

If you don't have anything else to do, hurry up and go.

Also, could you please give me a few more warnings?

I don't want to see her; she doesn't need to come here in person and say all this nonsense.

After Li Yuan finished speaking, Deputy Commander Zhou immediately stood up and chased Lai Xin away.

He knew perfectly well why she had come here.

It must be Xia Zhan and his group trying to win over Li Yuan.

They turned all of Li Yuan's achievements into their own.

If that happens, then Deputy Commander Zhou's efforts will have been in vain.

"Who is this Zhuang Meng? Where does she get her confidence to think so highly of herself?"

After a moment of hesitation, Xia Zhao also asked.

Lai Xin knew Xia Zhao's identity, but she didn't expect Xia Zhao to be interested in these matters.

"Sister Zhuang Meng is our liaison officer here, she's very beautiful..."

"Go back and talk to her clearly. She's not good enough for you."

Don't waste your time and energy.