After making a phone call, Er Duo Dong said, "Boss, she said within ten minutes, she'll be at the shop."
"Alright, notify me when she arrives," Li Yang nodded, returned to his sofa chair, closed his eyes to rest, and secretly familiarized himself with the changes brought about by the Wuxin cultivation technique he had just broken through.
Zheng Xibei and Wang Dongsheng, the master and disciple duo, glanced at him. They didn't disturb him throughout the process. They returned to their respective halls to continue their studies of antiques. If they felt tired, they would take a nap and rest for a while.
However, despite their advanced age, both of them possessed an exceptionally high passion for antiques, napping very little and studying extensively.
Wang Dongsheng, in particular, felt a subtle trend of further progress recently.
Li Yang's idea of opening a second Li Hao Antique Shop was about to be realized.
A moment later, Er Duo Dong arrived, bringing a gust of fragrant breeze. Before he could speak, Li Yang caught the scent that invigorated his spirit. He couldn't help but turn his head. Behind Er Duo Dong followed a tall, beautiful, fair-skinned woman with a delicate melon seed face, yet still captivating.
She was the kind of beauty that made one's heart melt, as the saying goes, "Even if she is heartless, she is still moving."
Even if this beauty's eyes were like knives and swords, and her face like frost and ice, she would still make men's hearts soften and linger.
"Boss, this lady is a professional in monitoring security," Er Duo Dong immediately introduced. "This is our boss."
"Hello, Boss. My name is Du Qiuyu. Here are my business card and work identification," Du Qiuyu said, her voice like that of an oriole, capable of softening one's heart.
Li Yang took the business card held between her fair, slender fingers and stood up with a smile. "I am the owner of this antique shop, Li Yang."
"Boss Li, your employee mentioned that your surveillance equipment has some issues. Could you let me see what's going on first?" Du Qiuyu asked, her beautiful eyes shifting.
Li Yang smiled and said, "Of course. Old Dong."
"Yes, Boss," Er Duo Dong nodded and led the beautiful Du Qiuyu to the computer to show her the previous problems.
After a brief examination, Du Qiuyu's eyes grew serious. "Boss Li, your shop's surveillance equipment was likely attacked by hackers, which is why this part of the content was lost."
"May I ask if this lost content is of great importance?"
"It is indeed very important," Li Yang nodded.
Er Duo Dong suddenly realized and exclaimed, "Boss! Doesn't this include the matter of you purchasing that thumb ring from that despicable person, Shuang Dafu?"
"That's right. That's why I said there's someone behind Shuang Dafu; he's just a pawn," Li Yang nodded. "I hope the people arrested by Team Leader Liang include that hacker."
"How despicable!" Er Duo Dong cursed, cold sweat breaking out on his back.
If their boss hadn't used some method to turn the jade thumb ring into jade powder, and without this video evidence, they would be dead!
Du Qiuyu, listening to their conversation, roughly understood that someone had deliberately set them up. She said, "There's a saying in our circle: no matter how strong a fortress is, there's always a way to breach it."
"So, there are no absolutely impenetrable fortresses in this world."
"What do you mean, Miss Du?" Li Yang asked, looking at her.
Du Qiuyu said, "Even if I were to install a new security system for your shop, Boss Li, at a great expense, it could still be breached."
"The best method is to secretly install another set of recording equipment that is absolutely not connected to the internet as a supplement. This way, even if the security system fails, you can use this equipment to prove your innocence."
"However, this would increase the cost significantly. Secondly, equipment not connected to the internet is almost useless in normal times. If nothing happens, then this equipment is a waste of money. Do you think this is acceptable, Boss Li?"
"Of course, it's acceptable," Li Yang said with a smile. "When nothing happens, isn't the networked equipment also a waste of money?"
"An extra set provides peace of mind."
"Alright, let's discuss the equipment selection and pricing next." Du Qiuyu took out a booklet from her backpack, filled with various brands of equipment, models, and prices.
Li Yang glanced at it and shook his head. "Miss Du, since we asked you to come, we naturally trust you. Whatever configuration is best, you decide. Just provide a final order, and I'll make the payment."
"Boss Li, aren't you being too trusting of me?" Du Qiuyu looked at him in surprise.
She had been in the industry for many years and had rarely encountered such a generous boss. Most of them were very calculating, afraid of losing even a single dollar.
Many times, after discussing a plan with her, these bosses would change their minds shortly after, which was quite troublesome.
Li Yang smiled and said, "I've always been this generous and magnanimous. Miss Du, thank you for your trouble."
"You're too kind," Du Qiuyu smiled, then checked various equipment on the booklet, finally deciding on a plan costing fifty thousand.
"This is the most cost-effective plan with excellent results. Boss Li, please take a look. If you're not satisfied, we can modify it."
"No need, this is fine," Li Yang shook his head.
Du Qiuyu nodded and said, "Alright, I'll call the company now to have the equipment delivered, and then we can start the installation."
"It's estimated that everything will be done within three hours."
"It's almost noon. Tell your company people not to rush; let them have lunch first. They can't do good work without energy. As for us, if Miss Du doesn't mind, shall we go for lunch together?" Li Yang smiled and gestured outside.
Du Qiuyu hesitated for a moment, then asked, "Is that okay?"
"I have to eat anyway, so why not?" Li Yang smiled.
Du Qiuyu said, "Thank you, Boss Li. However, since this is our first meeting, please don't treat me. Let's split the cost."
"Alright," Li Yang nodded.
They went to an ordinary restaurant, ordered a few stir-fried dishes, and a portion of egg fried rice.
Seeing Li Yang eating with gusto, a hint of surprise flashed in Du Qiuyu's eyes. "Boss Li actually doesn't dislike this kind of restaurant."
"What's there to dislike? This restaurant is for ordinary people, and I'm also an ordinary person," Li Yang said with a smile. "In Miss Du's eyes, I shouldn't be here?"
"How should I put it? I thought a wealthy and successful person like Boss Li would usually frequent extremely high-end restaurants. I never expected you to agree to eat here." Du Qiuyu said with a smile.
She had already prepared herself for a significant dent in her wallet.
Li Yang smiled and said, "What wealth and success? It's just a bit of luck, earning some money. Fundamentally, I'm still an ordinary person. What's there to..."
"Hey, beautiful!" Suddenly, someone interrupted Li Yang.