Jiang Zhi, the heir to the Jiang Group, once Dragon Country's leading chaebol, was now a frightened bird, fleeing through the mountains with her infant child. Jiang Yao was haunted by the mysterious organization that pursued her, a haunting presence that left her with no peace of mind.
The mountain wind howled, ruffling Jiang Zhi's hair. Her face was etched with fatigue, yet revealed an innate stubbornness. The child, crimson from the rush of travel, clung to her arms. Occasionally, he babbled, as if expressing discomfort, yet also trying to cheer his mother up. Each cry was like a sharp hook, tugging at Jiang Zhi's heart.
Along the way, they slept in the open air, munching on dry food when hungry and seeking mountain springs when thirsty. At night, Jiang Zhi didn't dare to light a fire. She crouched in a corner of the cave, clutching her child, and vigilantly watched her surroundings by moonlight. Her eyes were bloodshot, yet she dared not close them, fearing that if she did, danger would creep in.
Finally, following the clues he had painstakingly obtained, Jiang Zhi arrived at a manor hidden deep in the mountains. The manor, like a hermit, was isolated from the world, surrounded by towering ancient trees, their lush branches and leaves completely obscuring it. Without knowing its exact location, it would be difficult for ordinary people passing by to discover its existence.
Jiang Zhi stood before the manor's gate, took a deep breath, and gently knocked on the doorknob. The knocker's clatter echoed through the quiet mountains, like a sleeping beast awakening. A moment later, the manor's gate slowly opened, emitting a dull sound, like the sigh of time.
Several sturdy men appeared at the doorway, led by a man in his fifties named Lin Yue. He stood tall and straight, and though time had carved deep wrinkles into his face, it couldn't conceal the inner fortitude that radiated from him. His gaze was deep and piercing, like a cold star twinkling in the night sky. A single glance revealed the composure and wisdom of a man who had weathered many hardships.
Lin Yue's family was once a prominent figure in the business world, an indispensable piece of the Dragon Kingdom's commercial landscape. However, to satisfy his own selfish desires, Jiang Lingchuan colluded with a mysterious organization and secretly tampered with the Lin Yue family's assets, creating a business crisis that wiped out the family overnight. Family separated, his former glory vanished, Lin Yue fell from the summit to the bottom of the valley, experiencing the bittersweetness of life. Undeterred, he relied on his tenacious will to secretly gather his strength, seeking an opportunity to rise again and avenge his family.
"Miss Jiang, I've long heard of you. Thank you for your hard work." Lin Yue's eyes were filled with respect and sympathy. He bowed slightly, his tone sincere. He had heard of Jiang Zhi's legendary story, knowing that she had suffered a lot since childhood, and that she resolutely embarked on a path of revenge after losing her beloved. This courage and tenacity made him admire her sincerely.
Jiang Zhi nodded slightly and hugged the child tightly in her arms. It was her only comfort at the moment and the source of her motivation to continue fighting. The child seemed to sense her mother's nervousness. Her little hands tightly grasped the corner of Jiang Zhi's clothes, and her little head rubbed against her arms anxiously.
"Senior Lin, the situation is dire. Only if we join forces can we have a chance of defeating them." Jiang Zhi's voice, though fatigued, was resolute, each word ringing with force. She knew that facing such a powerful and mysterious enemy, relying on individual strength alone was futile. Only by uniting all forces could a ray of light be forged in this darkness.
Everyone responded in unison. Some of them were survivors whose families had been murdered by a mysterious organization, while others were chivalrous men who could not stand the darkness in the world and had a heart for justice. Everyone stepped aside and welcomed Jiang Zhi into the house.
The furnishings within the room were simple yet elegant, and the air was filled with the faint aroma of tea, seemingly dispelling some of the gloom from Jiang Zhi's heart. A large, carved pear wood table sat in the center of the hall, covered with various documents. The rustling of the papers seemed to tell of the countless crimes committed by the mysterious organization and Jiang Lingchuan, Jiang Yao, and others. There were shady records of business transactions, bizarre accounts of capital flows, and secret intelligence involving underground forces. Each document carried the blood, tears, and hatred of countless people.
Jiang Zhi gently placed the child on a soft couch nearby. The child's eyes were filled with innocence as he curiously surveyed the unfamiliar surroundings. Jiang Zhi gently covered the child with a thin blanket and placed a gentle kiss on his forehead. Then, he turned and eagerly plunged into the mountain of information, discussing a counterattack strategy with everyone.
Her slender fingers flicked through the documents, her brow furrowed, then relaxed. Occasionally, she paused, lost in thought, her mind constantly sorting out clues, trying to find the key node hidden behind the thick fog. Everyone gathered around the table, each expressing their opinions, the atmosphere heated and solemn.
A young man, his eyes sharp, pointed to a document and said, "Ms. Jiang, look here. Jiang Lingchuan has been in frequent contact with some mysterious foreign financial groups recently. The amount of funds involved is huge. I suspect they are planning a larger business conspiracy to further disrupt the economic order of Longguo."
Jiang Zhi took the document and examined it carefully, his eyes growing increasingly stern. "Indeed, based on what we've learned so far, they're likely trying to manipulate key industries, create market panic, and profit from it. We must stop them and not let the people's lives fall into dire straits."
Lin Yue nodded slightly and added, "Not only that, from what I understand, the mysterious organization is also making major moves in the underground. They seem to be recruiting some desperate criminals and expanding their armed forces in order to deal with possible resistance. Our actions must not only expose their business crimes openly, but also prevent their armed counterattacks in secret."
Everyone nodded, feeling a growing sense of responsibility. At that moment, a child babbled nearby, breaking the tense atmosphere. Jiang Zhi quickly stood up, walked quickly to the child, gently picked him up, and coaxed him gently, "Baby, don't be afraid, Mommy is here." The child blinked his big, watery eyes and looked at Jiang Zhi, waving his tiny hands in the air, as if responding to his mother's comfort. Jiang Zhi's eyes were filled with love, but deep within them, a determination shone through. She secretly vowed that no matter the cost, she would provide a safe haven for her child, keeping him away from the darkness and strife of the world.
Amidst the murmurs of discussion and the child's babbling, a preliminary counterattack plan gradually took shape in Jiang Zhi's mind. They would leverage their respective strengths, leveraging business, intelligence, and military power to launch a comprehensive attack on the mysterious organization and Jiang Lingchuan and his men. Jiang Zhi knew the road ahead was long, filled with hardships and dangers, but at this moment, looking at these like-minded allies around her and the innocent child in her arms, she felt an unprecedented strength surge within her: a commitment to justice, protection for her family, and hope for the future.
Night falls quietly, and the chill of the mountains grows ever deeper. Inside the manor, brightly lit, everyone is still frantically preparing, like a group of warriors about to go to war, sharpening their blades in the darkness, waiting for dawn to strike the fatal blow against the enemy. And Jiang Zhi, this resolute mother and avenger, will write her own legendary chapter in this battle between good and evil.
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