Chapter 60 Past Life Grudges
Lu Jianhong... is actually the reincarnation of Lu Xuan?
This realization exploded in her mind like a thunderclap, and the threads of her destiny suddenly converged at that moment.
She originally thought that the bloody feud from a thousand years ago had long since vanished with the cycle of reincarnation, and that those unforgettable enemies had all turned to dust.
But now...
Lu Xuan stood before her as if walking right into a trap.
Countless thoughts swept in like a storm:
Could Xie Yutong be the same person as Yin from back then?
Are Xiao Yuanxiu and Yan Lingxuan also lurking in this mortal world?
Where are Fuling, Jinshu, and the others...?
A sharp pain shot through her heart, and these thoughts, like thorny vines, tightly entwined her mind.
Lu Yao's mind was filled with a jumble of thoughts, but these were eventually replaced by a calm as still as a deep well.
“I know who you are.” Lu Yao stared straight at Lu Jianhong, her voice as cold as frost in a cold night. “You are the person in charge of the Youmeng Lake project, Mr. Lu.”
[Wow, no wonder they were slandering our streamer like that, they were here for revenge! I remember the streamer saying there was a big problem with Dream Lake.]
Still not giving up? The master's words are golden: if it doesn't work, it doesn't work.
[He actually came directly to challenge the streamer to a duel?? That's too bold!]
When she revealed his identity, Lu Jianhong's already strained smile froze instantly.
He had no way out and could only grit his teeth and admit, "Yes, it is me."
Lu Yao said calmly, "I have explained the situation at Youmeng Lake very clearly. If you turn back now, there is still room for maneuver. It is not too late to cut your losses."
Fortunately, Lu Jianhong was wearing a mask, which concealed his resentment and embarrassment.
Apart from Lu Yao's all-knowing gaze, no one else noticed anything unusual about him.
He suppressed his anger and responded with a forced smile, "I understand the situation, and I'm very grateful for the host's advice."
[Wow, this person changes their tune so quickly! They were just calling the streamer a charlatan.]
[A seasoned veteran who knows when to yield and when to stand firm~]
Lu Jianhong abruptly changed the subject, a sorrowful expression instantly appearing on his face, his eyes glistening with tears.
It's like a pitiful person trapped in a desperate situation.
"Although the anchor has informed me of the risks involved, I have already invested too much energy and money in this project, and now it's too late to turn back. If I withdraw from this project, I will surely be bankrupt and end up with a miserable life of being separated from my wife and children."
[It does sound quite pitiful. That piece of land must have been expensive. If the host hadn't mentioned it, I would have thought it was a beautiful place nestled against the mountains and by the water.]
[Uh, "not cheap" is too understated; how many small goals would that cost?]
[He's a pitiful person too...]
[My goodness, what a hypocrite! He shed a few tears, and you've already forgotten how he verbally abused the streamer?]
Lu Yao looked at Lu Jianhong quietly, her eyes filled with indifference.
Lu Xuan, oh Lu Xuan, you still love performing so much.
Why not try your luck in the entertainment industry?
"Today I had the privilege of witnessing the streamer's exquisite magic in saving people, so I was thinking, could you lend me a hand too? You said there are vengeful spirits beneath Youmeng Lake, and I firmly believe that with your extraordinary abilities, you can easily eliminate them. And the feng shui of Youmeng Lake, which is prone to accumulating yin energy, you can also modify and resolve it, right? You don't even need to go to the site in person; you can do all this simply through your phone screen! Now, the only one who can help me is you, Master!"
Lu Jianhong's eyes gleamed with anticipation, and his words were earnest.
Wow, I want to see the streamer catch ghosts too!
[Even though this person is annoying, I really want to see the streamer take this order, sob sob sob]
A faint smile appeared on Lu Yao's lips. "I can take this job, but it depends on how much you offer."
Upon hearing this, Lu Jianhong was stunned, an expression of disbelief on his face. "You want to offer a price? Don't you usually help people solve problems for free? I can give you plenty of rewards and gifts afterward."
Lu Yao raised her eyebrows and shook her finger.
"First of all, those I help without expecting anything in return are people I have a connection with that day."
"I've already connected online, am I not the one destined for me?" Lu Jianhong retorted unwillingly.
"Today's chosen one is Foxcares. You, I only called you up here to see what kind of person you are because you spouted nonsense in my live stream." Lu Yao coldly curled the corners of her lips.
Wow, the streamer is so handsome! I knew I wouldn't let this guy off so easily.
[This streamer's style is absolutely captivating!]
Lu Jianhong's face turned pale and then red, changing unpredictably like a palette of colors.
He gritted his teeth and said, "Then name your price."
Lu Jianhong harbored deep resentment towards Lu Yao.
This streamer is so ungrateful; how dare he embarrass him like this.
But for the sake of his project, he had to hold back for the time being and wait to hear Lu Yao's offer.
Lu Jianhong thought to himself, how much vision could this little girl have? Whatever price she asked for, he could definitely afford it.
At most 100,000 should be enough to get rid of her.
However, Lu Yao's next words were like a thunderclap, completely shattering his illusions.
The anchor smiled slightly, parted her lips, and uttered a number: "One hundred million."
Lu Jianhong thought he had misheard.
The viewers in the chat thought they had misheard, and the live stream suddenly fell silent.
After a long while, everyone came to their senses.
[Did I hear that right? One hundred million? The anchor said one hundred million?]
[You must have heard correctly, otherwise I must have misheard too; I also heard "one hundred million."]
Good grief, is this the streamer's true colors? Such an outrageous demand!
[I wouldn't even dare to dream of this number normally. I can't even accumulate that much money in a game unless I use a cheat engine.]
"One hundred million?" Lu Jianhong's voice changed, becoming sharp and shrill. "Host, I came to you for help out of trust, and you're playing me like this?"
"Are you taking advantage of my wealth to make such an outrageous demand? Heh heh, why don't you ask Chan Le for that much money? Is it because you can't afford to offend him? And I'm just a small businessman with no background or connections, so you think you can just play around with me and humiliate me like this?"
Lu Jianhong became more and more agitated as he spoke, his tone filled with accusations against Lu Yao, as if he had truly become an innocent victim.
Lu Yao remained calm and unmoved, gently shaking her head.
The crisis involving the trembling elevator was a matter of life and death.
For her, lending a helping hand not only accumulates merit but also gathers the power of faith, which is of great benefit to her own spiritual practice.
The Dream Lake project was essentially a commercial project designed to generate profit.
This is similar to an artist's artwork. If the artwork is simply for appreciation, the artist may share it for free, but if it is to be used for commercial purposes, then a corresponding fee must be charged.
“This isn’t just empty talk or wildly inflated prices,” Lu Yao said calmly. “I’ve done a rough calculation. Including the land cost, development cost, marketing and financial costs of your Youmeng Lake project, the total cost is about 1 billion yuan. Considering the project’s high-end positioning, good market demand, surrounding scenic spots and complete supporting facilities, and the expected profit margin of 20%-30%, the total value of the project is about 1.2-1.3 billion yuan.”
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