The workday finally concluded as the factory resumed normal operations.
Lin Siqi had initially intended to show Ling Feng the products manufactured by her factory.
However, Ling Feng was clearly uninterested in women's products like pressed powder and mascara.
Seeing that Ling Feng had other matters to attend to, Lin Siqi and Tang Ru did not press him and let him leave.
Ling Feng was still accompanied by someone.
Ji Yunyue.
This fact might have made the other women feel a bit jealous.
But there was nothing they could do, as they did not possess Ji Yunyue's formidable strength.
Although they felt Ji Yunyue's strength might not be necessary by Ling Feng's side, her ability to resolve the chaotic situation with a wave of her hand today could indeed be of great help to Ling Feng.
Therefore, it seemed only natural for Ling Feng to keep Ji Yunyue with him.
Soon, the two arrived at Qiulong Mountain Villa.
Even the outskirts of the Sixth Ring Road in the capital city boasted many luxurious establishments, let alone Qiulong Mountain Villa on the East Fifth Ring Road.
Its sheer land area alone was something that could not be achieved within the Third Ring Road.
The sun was setting.
In front of Qiulong Mountain Villa stood a massive wooden dragon sculpture, over twenty meters long. The type of wood used was difficult to identify, but the constant spray from the surrounding fountains had not corroded it in the slightest, indicating its immense value.
Ling Feng was here today to deal with the troublemaker Ning Yuque, and also to meet Li Tianjiao and his sister.
Ling Feng currently had no particular thoughts about Li Tianjiao having a sister who had been missing for many years.
He was merely interested in understanding her strange illness. Since Li Tianjiao had sought him out, her condition must be extraordinary, something ordinary people would be unable to treat.
The sky had already darkened considerably, yet Li Tianjiao had not appeared.
Ling Feng signaled to Ji Yunyue beside him and, without further waiting, walked in directly.
"Should we look for that Ning Yuque first? Is the Ning family very powerful?"
Ji Yunyue was quite willing to converse with Ling Feng.
Ling Feng calmly shook his head. "They are just a small family involved in business, not a particularly formidable opponent. However, this person must die today!"
Sensing the coldness emanating from Ling Feng, Ji Yunyue could only shake her head with a wry smile.
"It seems you truly love Siqi. It must have been difficult for you to restrain yourself from killing back then when Siqi was injured."
Ling Feng shook his head. "If it were you in that situation, I wouldn't let the other party off either."
These words warmed Ji Yunyue's heart. Although her expression remained unchanged, she felt a shy warmth and didn't know what to say.
"Sir, do you have a reservation?"
As they reached the building's steps, someone approached to inquire.
Ling Feng and Ji Yunyue both had rather stern expressions; the difference was that one was indifferent, and the other was cold and proud.
"The Ning family invited me."
Ling Feng replied casually.
Upon hearing this, the doorman's attitude immediately changed. "Oh, oh, so you are also a member of the investment delegation invited by the Ning family. Welcome, welcome. Our distinguished guests are gathered in the Imperial Hall on the second floor."
Ling Feng paid them no mind and entered with Ji Yunyue.
However, the more indifferent Ling Feng's attitude, the more respectful the doormen became.
Some people, deep down, exuded a sense of subservience.
But in their eyes, people of noble status carried themselves with such demeanor.
"It seems the Ning family carries quite some influence," Ji Yunyue remarked casually.
Ling Feng responded nonchalantly, "The members of the investment delegation are all wealthy individuals. The Ning family inviting them here must be to discuss some projects. They are likely nearby, which is why they bring benefits to Qiulong Mountain Villa. The attitude of the people at the entrance depends on the instructions from their superiors!"
"You seem to understand these things quite well," Ji Yunyue smiled.
Ling Feng shrugged. "I've often been stopped at the entrance, so to avoid trouble, I've learned quite a bit."
As they ascended to the second floor, Ji Yunyue suddenly stopped.
Her abrupt halt was somewhat jarring, and Ling Feng's expression darkened slightly. He turned to look at Ji Yunyue. "What is it?"
As he turned, he saw an eerie purplish-blue hue appearing in Ji Yunyue's eyes!
Then, Ji Yunyue glanced towards the Imperial Hall ahead and said to Ling Feng, "I can sense Zu Shen's aura!"
"What?" Ling Feng was somewhat startled by this.
He looked towards the Imperial Hall ahead and instantly released his senses, quickly locking onto a target. The person indeed possessed Zu Shen's aura, albeit very faintly.
However, Ling Feng was still somewhat astonished by Ji Yunyue's perceptive abilities.
Indeed, the ability she had nearly paid with her life for was very powerful!
"This person must have come into contact with Zu Shen within the last seven days, and he carries at least three types of Gu worms left by Zu Shen. One of these Gu worms' perceptive abilities is likely linked to Zu Shen, and perhaps Zu Shen has already discovered us!"
Ji Yunyue's face turned slightly pale.
After stating this, she couldn't help but add, "Is this Zu Shen's preparation for a comeback?"
"He is overseas and must want to understand matters within the country. He's just acting a bit too quickly!" Ling Feng shook his head and walked into the banquet hall with a grim expression.
Guards were stationed nearby. As Ling Feng and Ji Yunyue entered, they were immediately stopped.
"Gentlemen, do you have your invitations?"
One of them looked at Ling Feng and Ji Yunyue suspiciously.
Under normal circumstances, their judgment of people based on their attire and demeanor was quite sharp, allowing them to discern wealth and status.
They also looked at a person's temperament.
Ling Feng and Ji Yunyue's temperaments were naturally unique, but they were too restrained, making it difficult for the guards to ascertain their identity.
Furthermore, Ling Feng and Ji Yunyue did not favor wearing clothes from luxury brands and had no superfluous accessories, so the guards could not identify them and had to stop them to verify.
Ling Feng completely ignored them.
Ji Yunyue beside him, however, showed a slight smile. Ling Feng had just mentioned being stopped at entrances, and it had come true.
However, Ji Yunyue was too lazy to engage in further conversation with the guards. With a slight flick of her sleeve,
A barely perceptible powder diffused. The eyes of the two guards showed a hint of bewilderment.
Ling Feng walked in without attracting any attention.
Of course, the person carrying Zu Shen's Gu worms was an exception.
As Ling Feng approached, that person turned to look at him, appearing somewhat perplexed.
However, people around him soon noticed Ling Feng and Ji Yunyue's approach, and immediately several individuals resembling bodyguards converged, their faces alert as they stared at Ling Feng and Ji Yunyue!
The person was initially confused but, upon clearly seeing Ling Feng and Ji Yunyue, displayed an arrogant expression and spoke with a distinct tone.
"You need something from me?"
Ling Feng clearly saw that the person carried three types of Gu worms, two of which were poisonous, and one was of the perceptive type.
The two highly toxic ones had not yet been activated, but as Ling Feng drew closer, they were gradually awakening!
This would be another confrontation between Zu Shen and Ling Feng from afar!