Hera said, "Mr. Lu Liang and I became acquainted through our disagreements, and we've had quite a few business dealings. Today, a small misunderstanding occurred. Come, I'll apologize with this drink."
The group raised their glasses and drank them down.
Red wine, like other alcoholic beverages, has its own proof. A little is fine, but too much will still intoxicate.
If they continued drinking at this pace, someone would surely collapse before finishing three more glasses.
"Mr. Hera, as you mentioned earlier, we've had our friction, but we ultimately became partners, didn't we? Let's drink slowly and chat. If we drink too fast, I'm afraid we won't be able to talk later," Lu Liang said, setting down his glass.
"Alright. We'll listen to Mr. Lu Liang," Hera replied.
"I heard that Mr. Guo invested ten million to hold a ten percent stake. I wonder if Mr. Guo is not optimistic about that mineral deposit?"
"That's not the case, Mr. Hera," Guo Xuyang replied.
"My funds are rather limited, and it was also a matter of opportune timing. I participated for a share just to join in the fun. I came to this place purely to accompany Mr. Lu Liang for a visit. I don't know when I'll be back."
"Is that so? I thought you weren't too keen on the gold mine in the grassland! However, I'm also uncertain myself whether that place will be profitable.
The reserves haven't been explored yet. Your thinking is correct, after all, no one wants to engage in a losing business.
I'm not too optimistic about this gold mine either, otherwise, I wouldn't have invited Chief Che Ke to participate in its exploitation.
I just didn't expect Wahatz to get involved as well. More people are always better, and it's about sharing the risk."
Hera was right; if they knew the place was profitable, who would dilute their equity?
They would wish to have sole ownership.
Mining operations require coordination from all sides. Even the most capable individual cannot match the collective strength of many. Furthermore, sole ownership also carries the risk of others poaching the fruits of one's labor.
With more shareholders, although the profit margin is thinner, it offers stability. Even if it results in a loss, it won't be a complete wipeout.
Of course, these matters were a bit too professional for Guo Xuyang. He had become accustomed to being a hands-off manager, only concerned with the final profit.
He didn't inquire about the specifics of how or what was being done.
Even if he wanted to, he wouldn't know how to.
As long as there was money to be made, why bother with so many worries? Worry ages you faster.
He hadn't even found a wife yet, so he had no spare time to inquire about these production matters.
The meal concluded with everyone thoroughly satisfied.
After dinner, they didn't move to another venue. Hera arranged accommodation for the four of them at the hotel, while he returned to his villa.
Guo Xuyang had consumed a significant amount of red wine that evening, at least a bottle.
Xiao Yun helped him back to his room.
However, as soon as he entered the room, he used his detoxification ability to neutralize the alcohol.
It wasn't his style to return empty-handed from a treasure mountain. He planned to collect more gold that night, intending to upgrade his ability to level nine all at once.
But once Xiao Yun entered, she didn't leave.
She helped Guo Xuyang undress, then took a bath herself before getting into Guo Xuyang's bed.
Unaware that Guo Xuyang had already sobered up, she quietly reached out.
After a few playful touches, she mounted him.
She only fell asleep after exhausting herself.
Only when she was sound asleep did Guo Xuyang release his senses, focus his gaze, and look downwards.
This time, he specifically chose the larger gold nuggets for collection. These nuggets relatively contained fewer impurities, ensuring better quality of the finished product during smelting.
In reality, he had misunderstood. Gold nuggets, as they formed, would still encapsulate impurities, but they were comparatively better.
He only fell asleep when he was utterly exhausted and could do no more.
He had collected several thousand tons of gold this time.
As the gold reserves grew, Yu'er in his mind was also rapidly developing, now appearing to be around twelve or thirteen years old.
The next day, he was woken up by Xiao Yun before he had fully woken up.
Whether it was due to her first experiences with intimacy, an innate restlessness, or perhaps a residual effect of the red wine, Xiao Yun was becoming increasingly addicted to such activities.
Being young and energetic, he naturally had no reservations. He enjoyed the pleasure while it lasted, leaving the future for later.
The saying "There are only cows that die from exhaustion, never fields that are plowed to death" was fitting; he was happy to be exhausted by such a captivating woman.
Wasn't there also a saying? To die for beauty is also romantic even as a ghost.
Opening his eyes hazily, Guo Xuyang couldn't resist her provocations. He mounted her, riding like the wind, and made Xiao Yun sing songs of conquest.
The two of them emerged from their room close to noon.
"Hey, can we perhaps be mindful of appearances? What time is it? Must you flaunt your affection like this? There are two single people here," Lu Liang exclaimed loudly as he saw them emerge.
Yilena glanced at Xiao Yun, who was radiant, then gave Guo Xuyang a meaningful look. She didn't say anything.
"Brother, say a little less. Let's get something to eat quickly, I'm starving," Guo Xuyang said casually, pulling Lu Liang up and heading towards the dining area.
Xiao Yun, meanwhile, held onto Yilena's arm.
"Aren't you afraid of wearing him out?" Yilena asked with a smile.
"It's okay, he's young and can handle it. He'll be fine after a nap," Xiao Yun said shamelessly.
"Can you at least consider the feelings of the single dogs? The entire hallway was filled with your sounds, utterly shameless," Yilena commented.
"Heh heh heh, when the mood strikes, I can't help it."
Yilena was utterly defeated by Xiao Yun's shamelessness.
Did all girls turn into women like this? Was she herself like this?
Yilena couldn't help but doubt herself, wondering if she was no longer young.
The four of them ordered a lavish lunch and ate heartily.
Xiao Yun specifically ordered two large portions of oysters, a serving of deer penis, and a steak for Guo Xuyang, forcing him to eat them.
This overwhelmed Guo Xuyang.
Lu Liang and Yilena grinned, chuckling.
"What's the meaning of 'suffering with joy'? I think this is it," Lu Liang remarked.
"What do you know? This is the taste of happiness," Xiao Yun retorted.
"Oh, come on, you're trying to raise him like a bull. Hahaha," Lu Liang laughed uncontrollably.
Xiao Yun, angered, threatened to smash him with an oyster shell.
Lu Liang quickly raised his hands in surrender, startled.
The group, chattering and laughing, finished their lunch and then drove onward, intending to inspect another diamond exploration site before nightfall.
This exploration site was not far from the wildlife park. Experts had reported that diamonds had been discovered in this area previously, which was why Lu Liang had arranged for a team to conduct reconnaissance there.
However, after several months, no diamonds had been found, and he had long considered withdrawing the team.
But he still wanted to persevere a little longer. What if they made a discovery?
Otherwise, the initial investment would all be in vain.
By the time the group arrived at the location, the sun had already set.