"Who I am is not important. What is important is that I know where your daughter is." The voice on the other end of the phone was cold and grating, as chilling as a venomous snake's hiss.
"You'd better behave and listen to me, or else..."
"You dare touch her and see what happens!" Liu Lu's voice trembled with anger, but she tried to remain calm, attempting to glean a clue from the other person's tone.
"Hehe, it seems Consultant Liu still cares about her daughter. That makes things easier." The other party was not intimidated by Liu Lu's anger; instead, he became even more smug.
"Three days later, at the abandoned factory in the west of the city, bring your latest research findings to exchange for your daughter's life. Remember, you are only allowed to come alone, otherwise..."
The call was disconnected, and the phone slipped from Liu Lu's hand, hitting the floor with a dull thud.
The latest research findings from an abandoned factory in the west of the city, completed in three days…
These messages struck Liu Lu's heart like heavy hammer blows.
But she had no choice; her daughter's life was more important than anything else.
Liu Lu took a deep breath and forced herself to calm down.
She couldn't just sit and wait to die; she had to find a way to break the deadlock.
She immediately contacted the police and told them the contents of the threatening letter.
The police stated that they would fully cooperate with her and would send people to secretly protect Liu Bei's safety.
At the same time, Liu Lu also began to secretly investigate the other party's identity.
She carefully recalled the people she had grudges against and eliminated the suspects one by one.
Time ticked by, and Liu Lu felt as if she were being roasted on a fire.
She didn't know who the other person was, nor what their purpose was.
All she knew was that she had to find the mastermind behind this as soon as possible in order to completely eliminate the threat.
Two days later, Liu Lu finally found an important clue.
She noticed a subtle trace on the threatening letter that reminded her of someone—her rival, CEO Wang.
Mr. Wang had always coveted Liu Lu's research achievements and had tried to steal them many times, but all his attempts ended in failure.
This time, he actually used such despicable means to threaten Liu Lu.
Liu Lu did not immediately call the police; she decided to play along.
She contacted Mr. Wang and pretended to agree to his request.
Three days later, Liu Lu arrived at the abandoned factory in the west of the city as agreed.
She didn't bring any research results, but instead brought a special "gift".
"Consultant Liu, you really did come." President Wang's voice came from the darkness, tinged with a hint of smugness.
Did you bring the items?
"Of course." Liu Lu smiled slightly, a cold glint flashing in her eyes.
"However, before I give it to you, I'd like to ask you a question first."
"What's the problem?" Mr. Wang asked impatiently.
"How is your daughter?"
Mr. Wang's expression changed drastically; he hadn't expected Liu Lu to know about this.
It turns out that Liu Lu had already discovered Mr. Wang's conspiracy and secretly collected evidence that Mr. Wang had kidnapped her daughter.
Just as Mr. Wang was feeling smug, the sound of police sirens shattered the silence of the night.
Police rushed in from all directions and surrounded Mr. Wang and his accomplices.
In another corner of the abandoned factory, Xiao Bei was safely rescued.
Despite her fear, she acted with extraordinary courage.
"Mom, I knew you would come to save me!" Xiao Bei rushed into Liu Lu's arms and hugged her tightly.
Liu Lu stroked her daughter's hair, her heart filled with joy and pride.
"Don't be afraid, baby, it's all over now."
Mr. Wang's conspiracy was completely exposed. He not only lost his career but also his reputation, and was eventually imprisoned.
Liu Lu earned everyone's respect through her own strength and courage.
Her position in the company became more secure, and she became a true key figure.
A few days later, Liu Lu held a press conference to expose President Wang's misdeeds to the public.
Public opinion was in uproar, and everyone condemned Mr. Wang's despicable behavior.
Mr. Wang's company was also severely impacted, with its stock price plummeting and it on the verge of bankruptcy.
Once a high-flying and successful CEO, Mr. Wang has now become a pariah, hated by everyone.
Looking at all this, Liu Lu felt no pleasure, only deep exhaustion.
She won this battle, but at a great cost.
She cherishes the time she spends with her daughter even more, and she understands the meaning of responsibility even more.
As evening fell, the setting sun painted the sky a golden-red hue.
Liu Lu held her daughter's hand as they walked home.
"Mommy, will you meet bad people again in the future?" Little Bei looked up and asked innocently.
Liu Lu squatted down, looked into her daughter's clear eyes, and smiled slightly: "Yes, baby. But Mommy isn't afraid, because Mommy knows that justice will always prevail over evil."
Suddenly, Liu Lu's phone rang.
She glanced at the caller ID; it was an unfamiliar number.
"Hello..."
"Liu Lu, long time no see." A deep voice came from the other end of the phone, tinged with a hint of mockery. "Ready for a new challenge?" Liu Lu gripped her phone tighter, a sharp glint flashing in her eyes...
Liu Lu hung up the phone, took a deep breath, and calmed the turmoil in her heart.
New challenges?
She wanted to see what could possibly stop her from moving forward.
In the days that followed, Liu Lu devoted herself entirely to the final sprint of the project.
She led her team to work day and night, overcoming one technical challenge after another.
Working tirelessly day and night, Liu Lu was like a tireless machine, driving the entire team to operate at high speed.
Finally, thanks to everyone's joint efforts, the project was successfully completed.
Once the new product was launched, it quickly captured the market with its unique technological advantages and superior performance, and orders poured in like snowflakes.
The group's stock price soared, and its market value multiplied several times over.
Liu Lu's name also rose to prominence in the industry with the success of the new product.
The group's senior management highly praised Liu Lu's performance, and at the celebration banquet, the chairman personally presented Liu Lu with the group's highest honor - the "Outstanding Contribution Award".
Under the dazzling lights, Liu Lu held the trophy, radiant with pride.
Her elegant posture and confident smile exude the charm of a successful woman.
"Liu Lu, you have made tremendous contributions to the group. We have decided to grant you shares in the group, making you a part of us." The chairman's voice was loud and solemn, and thunderous applause resounded throughout the room.
The news that Liu Lu had become a shareholder of the group quickly spread throughout the entire company.
Those who once mocked and disregarded her now look at her with new respect.
They all exclaimed that Liu Lu's success was not accidental, but rather the result of her own strength and hard work, which she achieved step by step.
Standing atop the pinnacle of glory, Liu Lu looked down at everything below, her heart filled with emotion.
She recalled her past confusion and hesitation, her past efforts and sacrifices, and her daughter's innocent smile. All of this made her more determined in her beliefs.
After the celebration banquet, Liu Lu returned home and looked at her sleeping daughter, her heart filled with tenderness.
She gently kissed her daughter's forehead and silently made a wish: she would create a better future for her daughter and let her grow up carefree.
The next morning, sunlight streamed into the room through the curtains. Liu Lu opened her eyes and stretched.
A new day has begun, and new challenges await her.
She picked up her phone and dialed a number...
"Ready? Let's go."
At the celebration banquet, amidst the dazzling crystal chandeliers and the elegant attire, Liu Lu, holding her daughter Liu Bei's hand, gracefully entered the banquet hall.
Liu Bei, dressed in a pretty little dress, looked as cute as a little princess. She looked around curiously, her little face full of excitement.
All eyes were on the mother and daughter, filled with admiration, envy, and even a hint of fear.
Liu Lu greeted everyone with elegance and wit, exuding the charm of a successful woman in every gesture.
Standing at the pinnacle of her career, enjoying this hard-won glory, she remained remarkably calm.
Liu Bei, carrying a juice, ran to the dessert section and couldn't resist the dazzling array of pastries.
Looking at her daughter's happy face, Liu Lu couldn't help but smile.
At this moment, a man in a suit walked up to Liu Lu, raised his glass, and said, "Ms. Liu, congratulations. Your achievements are admirable."
Liu Lu politely replied, "Thank you."
The man continued, "My name is Li Qiang, and I am the CEO of 'Future Technology.' I have long admired President Liu's reputation, and meeting him today, I can confirm that it is indeed well-deserved."
"Mr. Li, you flatter me." Liu Lu replied indifferently. She didn't have much affection for this suddenly appearing Li Qiang. There seemed to be a hint of scrutiny and calculation in his eyes.
Li Qiang was oblivious to Liu Lu's aloofness and continued to shower her with compliments.
Liu Lu responded perfunctorily, but her gaze unconsciously swept around, a strange sense of unease welling up in her heart.
She always felt like a pair of eyes were watching her from the shadows, which made her very uncomfortable.
After the banquet, Liu Lu took Liu Bei home.
In the dead of night, Liu Lu lay in bed, but couldn't fall asleep.
She got up and walked to the window, gazing at the flashing neon lights outside, her mind filled with thoughts.
She recalled the mysterious phone call and Li Qiang's probing gaze, and vaguely sensed a new force stirring within her, a force more powerful and mysterious than any opponent she had ever encountered before.
Suddenly, Liu Lu's phone vibrated, and an anonymous text message appeared on the screen: "You think you've won? The game has only just begun..."
Liu Lu's pupils suddenly contracted, and a chill ran from the soles of her feet straight to the top of her head.
She knew that a new challenge had arrived, and it was more dangerous than she had imagined.
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