Unlike Zhou Tong, Li Chonglou had personally experienced all of this and could imagine the difficulties involved even better than Du Tian.
“Let me think about this.”
Li Chonglou stood up. Zhou Tong looked puzzled and asked, “Brother Li, we have the timing, the location, and the support of the people. What else is there to consider?”
Li Chonglou understood his meaning and said calmly, “I know we need to hurry. After all, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, and someone else might snatch it away.”
Although Du Tian hadn't elaborated on the specific execution plan, Li Chonglou was no novice. As soon as he heard that Du Tian needed to borrow people from him, he grasped the general idea. It was about seizing the market by sending in experts while everyone else’s attention was elsewhere.
However, the intricate planning involved was not Li Chonglou's specialty. Since Du Tian had brought it up, he believed Du Tian had already devised countermeasures.
But.
“I need to ask my new friends about this first.”
He then briefly recounted his experiences in Fengtian, after which Zhou Tong understood his intention.
“So, Brother Li, you’ve also come into contact with people from that echelon?”
“I can’t be entirely sure yet, but it’s highly probable.”
Zhou Tong nodded. If even the most talented young generation in Shangjing had not yet encountered that echelon, then the financial circle of Shangjing would be truly formidable.
Zhou Tong immediately agreed with Li Chonglou’s idea, saying, “It’s right to ask first. After all, we’ve only heard about this from Mr. Du, and it’s hard to verify its authenticity.”
Li Chonglou also nodded. “I’ve never really trusted Du Tian. If it’s not absolutely necessary, I don’t want to gamble on him.”
Du Tian clearly had the ability to resolve the curse’s power, but he had never proactively mentioned it to Li Chonglou since they met. In Li Chonglou’s mind, only when Du Tian proactively brought up such matters would his trust increase.
One must not forget that because of Du Tian, there was a young man in that town waiting for his news.
The matter was set aside for now. Li Chonglou planned to make a decision after meeting Wu Long.
Afterward, Zhou Tong left the office, and Li Chonglou went to see Chen Pao and the others.
Although two of the spherical items were lost, the remaining two were still somewhat useful. Li Chonglou thought about it and ultimately gave the green speed-enhancing sphere, which could transform into a bow, to Hawkeye, and the black attribute sphere representing defense to Rosshan.
Specialization was key. These two attribute weapons were extremely compatible with the two individuals. Li Chonglou believed in strengthening strengths rather than compensating for weaknesses.
Upon receiving the weapons, both of them marveled, having never encountered such magical weapons before. Even Culinan couldn't help but feel envious.
Culinan: “Brother Li, when will you get me one of these weapons too?”
Li Chonglou sighed, “Don’t mention it. Both you and Chen Pao were supposed to get one, but due to an unforeseen accident, yours were lost.”
Chen Pao was speechless. “Boss, it’s better if you don’t say such things next time. If you say them, it’s worse than not saying them. It makes me feel even worse.”
Li Chonglou spread his hands. Hawkeye even主动 came over and said, “Chen Pao, you’re right, this thing can actually actively increase speed! With it, I estimate that if I touched you from a hundred meters away, you wouldn’t even know how you died!”
Chen Pao’s expression turned even more grim. Li Chonglou couldn’t bear to see it and calmly said, “If it’s so useful, perhaps you should let Chen Pao use it first. After all, he’s the team captain, isn’t he?”
Hawkeye’s expression suddenly changed, and he quickly and sheepishly retreated. Just then, Rosshan, who was standing nearby, walked over and said, “Brother Culinan, give me a punch and see?”
Seeing Rosshan’s eagerness and Culinan’s envious expression, Li Chonglou wisely left the company first.
The fact that these individuals had returned meant that Hu Han had completely resolved the situation. Li Chonglou found Chen Peiyue, who was still training, and inquired about the circumstances.
Although Chen Peiyue didn’t know much, she spoke truthfully. Li Chonglou quickly understood the current situation of the Hu family.
“Xiao Yue, how do you feel about training with them now?”
Chen Peiyue was taken aback and then instinctively replied, “It’s okay. There’s a lot of useful stuff that my masters have taught me that I haven’t fully digested yet. If I can digest it all, I should be close to breaking through the fourth level.”
Seeing that her cultivation was not hindered, Li Chonglou nodded with satisfaction and then took out a pill from his embrace.
“There aren’t any suitable weapons for you at the moment, but this is a spiritual medicine I obtained on this trip. It’s for treating injuries. Keep it safe and use it only when your life is in danger.”
Chen Peiyue wanted to return the pill to Li Chonglou. In her heart, only disciples offered filial piety to their masters; how could a master still take care of a disciple in such a manner!
However, she still forcefully placed the pill into his pocket.
“Take it. I’ll have more favors to ask of you in the future, so hurry up and improve your strength.”
After offering some encouragement, Li Chonglou left the company.
It was just noon now. Li Chonglou thought for a moment and directly called Wu Long.
“Brother Li?”
They quickly arranged a meeting place.
It was at a high-end café in the city center, where Wu Long had booked a private room.
Upon meeting, Wu Long couldn’t help but ask, “Brother Li, didn’t I say I’d notify you later? Why are you calling me so soon?”
Li Chonglou smiled faintly, “What, can’t I look for you if it’s not about the forbidden zone?”
Wu Long was stunned for a moment, then quickly smiled, “How could that be? Brother Li, you can find me anytime if you need anything.”
Although Wu Long was young, a few years younger than Li Chonglou, his words were eloquent. However, Li Chonglou didn't stand on ceremony and directly asked about the Shangjing financial circle.
To his surprise, Wu Long directly retorted, “Brother Li, aren’t you acquainted with Mu Qi of the Mu family? Her family is a representative of this circle.”
Li Chonglou genuinely didn’t know that Mu Qi had such influence and quickly asked for clarification. Wu Long revealed everything without reservation, “Our Wu family represents power, but when one’s status is high, you should understand human nature, Brother Li.”
“To maintain the Wu family’s status in Shangjing, our upper echelons, the old foxes, have supported the Mu family many years ago, specifically for the financial circle. And in reality, they have achieved it.”
Wu Long spread his hands as he spoke, and Li Chonglou finally understood why Mu Qi was pursued by so many people.
All of this was related to the Wu family.
This Wu family truly lived up to its reputation as the foremost prominent family in Shangjing!