Liu Lu sat in her spacious and bright office, gazing out the floor-to-ceiling windows at the bustling city.
Although Liu Lu Group has escaped the joint suppression of international giants, Liu Lu knows in his heart that this is only a temporary victory.
The international market is like a turbulent ocean, where storms could erupt at any moment.
"Boss, a man who claims to be Mr. K wants to see you. He said..." Secretary Chen hesitated for a moment, then handed a gold-embossed business card to Liu Lu.
Liu Lu took the business card, which only had a simple letter "K" on it, along with a string of mysterious numbers.
She frowned slightly, a strange premonition rising in her heart.
"Let him in."
Soon, a middle-aged man in a suit and tie, with a stern expression, walked into the office.
He slowly took off his sunglasses, revealing a pair of deep eyes, and nodded slightly to Liu Lu.
“Ms. Liu Lu, this is Mr. K.” He spoke in a calm yet firm tone. “I represent several important figures in the international business community who are very interested in your group.”
Liu Lu did not answer immediately; a hint of wariness flashed in her eyes.
"Please have a seat, Mr. K. May I ask what specific message the 'important figures' you represent have intended to convey?"
Mr. K sat down, picked up the teacup on the table, took a sip, and his gaze never left Liu Lu.
"It's very simple. They want to cooperate with Liu Lu Group. Your recent performance in the international market has shown them a potential ally, an ally who can change the industry landscape."
Upon hearing this, Liu Lu's brows furrowed with even greater doubt.
"I understand your intentions, but before this, your leaders have been suppressing us. Now you suddenly want to cooperate, isn't that a bit too sudden?"
Mr. K smiled slightly, revealing a rare gentleness.
"The business world is like a battlefield, where profit always comes first. Your success has made them realize that continuing to confront each other will only harm both sides. Cooperation is the only win-win option."
Liu Lu pondered for a moment, knowing that there must be a deeper motive behind this.
"Okay, I'll consider it. But first, I'd like to ask: can you giants joining forces really change the industry landscape?"
Mr. K's gaze turned serious.
“Ms. Liu Lu, we have developed a groundbreaking business technology that will completely change the landscape of the entire industry. We believe that with your participation, this transformation will be even smoother.”
Liu Lu's heart skipped a beat; she realized that this was not only an opportunity but also a challenge.
If this technology is indeed as Mr. K claims, then Liu Lu Group will have the opportunity to become a leading enterprise in the international business community.
“I need time to consider,” Liu Lu said calmly. “Before that, I hope you can provide more detailed information about this technology.”
Mr. K nodded in understanding.
"Of course, I will arrange for someone to prepare the materials and deliver them to you as soon as possible."
Just then, the office door was gently pushed open again, and Chairman Zhao and General Manager Qian walked in.
Their eyes were filled with anticipation and excitement.
"Liu Lu, we just heard about your negotiations," Chairman Zhao said. "If this technology is truly that important, we are willing to fully support you."
Liu Lu smiled slightly, a warm feeling welling up in her heart.
She knew that she was not alone at this crucial moment.
“Thank you for your trust.” Liu Lu stood up, her gaze firm. “I will make a decision as soon as possible. But whatever the outcome, we must be fully prepared.”
Chairman Zhao and General Manager Qian nodded in agreement, their eyes shining with determination.
Mr. K stood up and bowed slightly to Liu Lu.
"Ms. Liu Lu, we look forward to your reply." After saying that, he turned and left the office.
The moment the door closed, Liu Lu felt an unprecedented sense of urgency.
She knew this would be a brand new beginning, a starting point that would propel Liu Lu Group to the pinnacle of the international business world.
"Secretary Chen, prepare a detailed project plan. We need to hold a high-level meeting," Liu Lu said in a deep voice, her tone full of determination.
Secretary Chen nodded in agreement and turned to leave.
Standing by the window, gazing at the twinkling stars in the night sky, Liu Lu secretly vowed: no matter what lies ahead, she would lead the Liu Lu Group to the top of the international business world.
Liu Lu Group invested heavily in creating an unprecedented international business technology launch event.
A crystal-clear champagne tower, elegantly dressed business elites, and flashing camera lights illuminated the entire venue as if it were daytime.
Media reporters from all over the world flocked to the scene, their cameras and microphones aimed at the center of the stage.
Liu Lu, dressed in a red gown, gracefully walked onto the stage.
Every smile and gesture of hers radiated confidence, and she exuded queen-like demeanor.
She explained the core advantages and future development prospects of this technology in a simple and easy-to-understand way, using fluent multiple languages.
The audience erupted in thunderous applause and exclamations of praise.
International media outlets rushed to report on the event, hailing Liu Lu Group's remarkable achievement as a "business miracle."
Backstage at the press conference, Liu Bei looked at her radiant mother on stage with eyes full of admiration and pride.
She quietly ran onto the stage and gave Liu Lu a big hug.
"Mom, you're amazing!" Liu Lu hugged her daughter tightly, her heart filled with a sense of accomplishment.
At this moment, all the hard work and dedication have been rewarded.
After the press conference, Mr. K reappeared before Liu Lu. He handed her a glass of champagne and said meaningfully, "Congratulations, Ms. Liu Lu. You have successfully reached the pinnacle of the international business world." Liu Lu took the champagne, took a small sip, and a subtle, profound look flashed in her eyes.
“This is just the beginning, Mr. K.”
Suddenly, the lights in the venue went out, followed by a piercing alarm that blared throughout the entire hall…
A man in black silently approached Liu Lu and whispered in her ear, "The game has only just begun..." The alarm shattered the noise of the celebration banquet, plunging the venue into chaos.
The bodyguards quickly escorted Liu Lu and Liu Bei to the safety passage.
In the darkness, the man in black reappeared, holding a dagger that gleamed coldly.
"You think you've won?" he roared, lunging at Liu Lu.
In the nick of time, Secretary Chen leaped in front of Liu Lu, and the dagger pierced through her shoulder.
In the chaos, the man in black escaped.
Liu Lu held Secretary Chen's hand tightly and called her name anxiously.
"I'm fine, boss..." Secretary Chen said weakly, "Just protect...the technology..."
As the police intervened, the identity of the man in black gradually came to light. He turned out to be one of the competitors who had been defeated by Liu Lu's group, harboring resentment and waiting for an opportunity to take revenge.
This incident did not hinder the progress of Liu Lu Group.
With the promotion of the "epoch-making technology" mentioned by Mr. K, Liu Lu Group's market share in the international market has risen rapidly, surpassing all competitors and becoming a new leading enterprise in the international business community.
Some of the international giants that had previously suppressed Liu Lu Group are now facing bankruptcy, while others have had to rely on Liu Lu Group for survival. This outcome has made Liu Lu Group's employees cheer and spread the news.
Liu Lu is hailed as a business legend in the international business community. Her success story has been included in the textbooks of major business schools and she has become a role model for countless entrepreneurs.
Standing at the pinnacle of international business, she looked back on the hardships she had endured, from being transported to a rural family and suffering all kinds of difficulties at the hands of her wicked mother-in-law, to her current brilliant achievements, filled with emotion.
One late night, Mr. K appeared again in Liu Lu's office.
"Congratulations, Liu Lu, you've reached the top of the world." Mr. K raised his glass, a glint of something unfathomable flashing in his eyes.
“But this is just the beginning…” He paused, then downed his drink in one gulp. “The real game is just beginning.” Mr. K placed the empty glass on the table with a crisp sound, then turned and walked toward the door.
As he reached the door, he suddenly stopped, without turning around, and said in a low voice, "Do you really think you have everything under control?" Mr. K's words were like a thunderclap, echoing in Liu Lu's ears.
She stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, overlooking the brightly lit city, her eyes deep and thoughtful.
What exactly is Mr. K's "real game"?
She felt as if she were standing on the top of a majestic mountain, seemingly enjoying boundless glory, yet also fraught with danger.
The following day, Liu Lu convened a high-level meeting, announced the establishment of a corporate social responsibility department, and personally assumed the role of its head.
She proposed the concept of "sustainable development," emphasizing that while pursuing economic benefits, enterprises should also take into account social and environmental benefits.
This decision has caused some controversy within the group.
Some executives believe that a company's primary task is to make a profit, and that excessive social responsibility will increase costs and hinder the company's development.
Liu Lu responded firmly: "We have already reached the top of the international business community, and we should shoulder the corresponding social responsibilities. Only in this way can we win more respect and support, and go further."
Under Liu Lu's leadership, Liu Lu Group launched a series of environmental protection projects, invested in the research and development of clean energy technologies, reduced carbon emissions, and actively participated in public welfare activities such as afforestation.
At the same time, Liu Lu also established a public welfare fund to support education and medical and health care in impoverished areas.
She personally visited these areas to understand the needs of the local residents and provided them with assistance to the best of her ability.
Liu Lu's actions have won widespread praise from all sectors of society, and the brand image of Liu Lu Group has been greatly enhanced.
However, while Liu Lu Group was actively fulfilling its social responsibilities, some undercurrents were also surging.
The competitors did not give up the idea of defeating Liu Lu Group. They secretly joined forces and tried to encircle and suppress Liu Lu Group in the market.
Some people with ulterior motives have also begun to spread rumors, defame Liu Lu Group, and attempt to undermine the stability of Liu Lu Group.
One evening, Liu Lu was working overtime in her office when she suddenly received a mysterious phone call.
"Ms. Liu Lu, do you really think you're doing good deeds? You're wrong. Everything you've done is just benefiting others..." The voice on the other end of the phone was deep and cold, sending chills down one's spine.
Liu Lu's heart sank; she sensed that an even bigger storm was about to break...
She put down the phone, walked to the window, gazed at the dark night sky, and murmured to herself, "The game has only just begun..."
At that moment, the office door was gently pushed open, and Secretary Chen walked in, holding a document in her hand.
"Boss, these are the materials for tomorrow's meeting..." Before Secretary Chen could finish speaking, her expression suddenly changed drastically, and she pointed behind Liu Lu in a panic, shouting, "Boss, watch out!" Liu Lu whirled around and saw a dark figure descending from the sky...
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