How could Xia Tian not feel anything with such a stunning beauty in his arms? Zeng Rou's lithe body swayed against him, making the sensation even more overwhelming. Xia Tian felt as if a fire were burning through him.
"Don't move, or I'll eat you."
"Do you dare?"
Hearing Zeng Rou's provocation, the fire within Xia Tian erupted completely.
That night, Xia Tian poured out all his savings of eighteen years. He had never felt anything like it. Every pore in his body seemed to open, and the ancient Buddha relic in his dantian (elixir field) began to emit boundless heat.
The heat filled his entire body.
The next morning, Zeng Rou rose early and prepared a loving breakfast for Xia Tian.
After breakfast, Xia Tian practiced in the yard for a while. "I did not expect this. I have broken through. I have reached the second level of Tianxing Jue."
He knew this was definitely related to what had happened the previous night. He had only been practicing Tianxing Jue for three days, yet he had advanced to its second level. The speed of his progress was terrifying.
An ordinary person might not break through the first level even after ten years, but Xia Tian had taken just three days to reach the second level of Tianxing Jue.
His physique had always been extremely yang and powerful, and combined with the ancient Buddha relic, he had become incomparably masculine. That masculine energy had long resided in his body, and the passion with Zeng Rou neutralized some of that yang energy.
That is why his strength increased so quickly.
The breakthrough dramatically multiplied Xia Tian's speed and power.
"Damn it, that little widow Zeng Rou is not dead."
"How do the people from Liusha operate? Didn't they say they would kill her after taking the money? How is Zeng Rou still alive?"
"You guys go and find out what's going on."
"Zeng Rou must die. After she dies, we will divide the shares equally."
The five elders of the Zeng family were the highest-ranking figures in the clan. They represented the Zeng family's authority. Although the family had no political power, its status in the business world and across Jianghai City remained significant.
This was inseparable from Zeng Rou's prominence in business and the longstanding prestige of the five elders in Jianghai City.
Despite their status, in recent years they had clearly felt that outsiders did not truly respect them, but merely paid lip service to Zeng Rou. Zeng Rou's position within the family had surpassed theirs.
Even some members of the Zeng family felt this way. Although the shares the elders held were small, they provided the most stable income.
Therefore, people preferred to listen to Zeng Rou rather than the five elders.
"I have already contacted the agency. The killer will arrive soon. When someone knocks on the conference room door, we can simply open it."
"That is a good idea. This way we distance ourselves from the matter."
Xiao Tiantian was being cared for by Wang Ma, and Xia Tian accompanied Zeng Rou to Zeng Group. Zeng Group was a large cosmetics company supplying products worldwide; its advertisements were everywhere.
Zeng Rou wore an elegant professional suit, while Xia Tian was in a cheap casual outfit. The contrast between them was obvious.
As soon as they entered the company, all eyes fell on Xia Tian.
"Why is that scoundrel following Mr. Zeng?"
"Did he sneak in behind Mr. Zeng?"
"Hurry and ask security to remove him."
Those nearby whispered.
"Do you all not have anything to do? All your vacations this month are canceled." Zeng Rou said coldly. At the company she was always like ice.
Seeing Zeng Rou's formidable presence, Xia Tian shook his head. He had heard the whispers and knew his presence had provoked Zeng Rou to cancel their vacations this month.
Zeng Rou's severity served only to protect herself and those she cared about.
Xia Tian followed Zeng Rou into the conference room. Everyone else was already present. The five elders sat along both sides of the table, with other shareholders below them. The atmosphere was tense.
"Who are you? Who let you in?"
"I permitted it." Zeng Rou looked at the man with cold eyes.
"Mr. Zeng, I am afraid this is against procedure."
"I am the CEO. If I say it is permitted, then it is permitted." Zeng Rou asserted.
"We are discussing company secrets here. If information leaks, who will be held accountable?"
"He is with me. Who do you think is responsible?" Zeng Rou declared that Xia Tian was her companion in front of everyone.
"Did I hear correctly? Our widowed president has actually taken a liking to pretty boys." One of the five elders sneered.
"If he is a gigolo, are you still a man?" Zeng Rou looked at the elders with contempt.
"Zeng Rou, do not be shameless. The Zeng family is run by the five of us old men. As long as we are alive, you will not run rampant."
"You are the ones with one foot in the grave, yet you dare mention the Zeng family to me?" Zeng Rou glanced at the assembled elders. "I have already repaid all the favors we've received over the years. I do not owe you anything."
"Do you mean you want to leave the Zeng family?"
"No. My surname is Zeng. I only want the other family members present to stand in line."
"Zeng Rou, are you sure you want to go against the five of us old men?"
"Do not think I do not know what you have done: car accidents, kidnappings, assassinations — these are all your doing. Since you have committed these acts, you should accept the consequences."
"We have no idea what you are talking about."
"You are not real men. You dare to do these things but refuse to take responsibility."
"Mr. Zeng, please explain what happened clearly. We directors have the right to know matters concerning the company's interests." A director with a different surname interjected. They rarely interfered, but when their interests were threatened, they had to speak. If Zeng Rou died, Zeng Group's stock would surely plummet.
"It is simple. Someone wanted me dead, and someone wants to harm your interests as well."
"Five elders, I hope you can give us an explanation." The external shareholders held a total of 15 percent of the stock, a stake not to be underestimated.
"Hmph, do not listen to her nonsense. Some people believe the widow's words. Look at him; he even brought a pretty boy to the meeting room. What is that about?" The eldest brother of the Zeng family snorted and continued, "Look at this pretty boy. He is just a poor boy. His clothes are not worth even a hundred yuan. What qualifications does he have to sit in the same room with people worth at least millions?"
Damn it, Xia Tian ignored me. Look, I will fight back.