Shen Tianzheng looked at the young man before him, whose every word and gesture exuded an 'immortal' demeanor, and a blazing fire of hope ignited in his heart, which had long sunk to rock bottom!
He almost without hesitation, wanted to invite this 'living immortal' as an honored guest and take him to see the family heirloom that the Shen Family had guarded for generations.
In his opinion, as long as his daughter's illness could be cured, let alone just looking at that stone, even if he had to give away the heirloom on the spot, he would not hesitate for a moment!
However!
Just as Shen Tianzheng was about to personally lead Ling Tian to the secret room where the profound yin cold jade was enshrined, agreeing to all his treatment conditions.
"Master Shen, wait!"
A calm and gentle voice, yet carrying an undeniable aura of dominance, suddenly came clearly from the entrance of the manor!
Immediately after, before Shen Tianzheng could even react.
A servant ran in, scrambling and stumbling, his voice trembling violently from excitement and fear:
"Master!"
"Young Master Lu... of the Lu Family! He's here!"
The Lu Family?
Young Master Lu? Lu Cheng!
How could he be here?
Shen Tianzheng's mind went completely blank the moment he heard that name!
Before he could recover from this immense shock.
Lu Cheng's tall and slender figure, surrounded by several black-clad bodyguards, walked slowly and elegantly into the slightly desolate living room.
He did not rush to visit the 'gravely ill' Miss Shen.
He didn't even spare a glance for Ling Tian, who stood by, his expression subtly changing and his brow furrowed due to Lu Cheng's sudden appearance.
His gaze calmly fell upon the shocked and bewildered Shen Tianzheng, and a gentle, faint smile played on his lips.
Then, he directly dropped a bombshell that was enough to shake the entire Shen Family!
"Master Shen, I apologize for my unannounced visit, and I hope you will forgive me."
His tone was unhurried, carrying a powerful self-confidence that suggested he was in control of everything.
"On my way here, I had my subordinates take care of a small problem for your company."
"Regarding the exorbitant compensation for Shen's Security's failed mission, I've had them handle it, and the other party has readily agreed not to pursue it further."
"As for the debts and financial issues currently facing the Shen Family..."
He paused, revealing an even more benevolent smile.
"I am very optimistic about the Shen Family's martial arts gym and the development prospects of ancient martial arts in the security field."
"I am willing to invest five hundred million to help Shen's Security undergo a complete upgrade!"
These words were like rolling thunder from beyond the nine heavens!
They struck Shen Tianzheng's head with full force!
Leaving him utterly stunned!
He stared blankly at the young man before him, who looked as calm as if he were discussing a trivial matter, his lips trembling, unable to utter a complete sentence for a long time.
"Young Master Lu, you..."
Lu Cheng looked at his flattered and bewildered expression, then explained in a slightly apologetic tone:
"To be honest, Master Shen."
"I, Lu, have long admired and been infatuated with your esteemed daughter, Miss Shen Ning霜."
"Previously, at a banquet, I had the good fortune to see Miss Shen from afar. Although we did not converse, that fleeting glimpse has been unforgettable."
"Recently, I happened to hear that Miss Shen is suffering from a cold illness and is bedridden. I, Lu, am truly worried, which is why I took the liberty of visiting today."
"As for helping the Shen Family solve this small problem, it was merely a small effort, Master Shen need not take it to heart."
His words not only perfectly explained his reasonable motive for visiting today.
But also subtly portrayed himself as a devoted lover willing to go to any lengths for the one he admired!
Meanwhile, Ling Tian, who had been ignored and treated as if he were air, was now seething with rage!
"Mortal ant! How dare you snatch my opportunity in front of this Emperor?"
"Five hundred million? How worthless is the currency unit of this world, after all?"
"This mortal ant can casually produce so much money?"
"Hmph! In the end, it's just some worldly wealth. Do you think you can compare to this Emperor? Utterly ridiculous!"
It was then that Lu Cheng seemed to just notice the 'outsider' beside him.
He examined Ling Tian with a somewhat surprised look, then kindly reminded Shen Tianzheng:
"Who is this?"
"Master Shen, forgive my bluntness, but in this day and age, people's hearts are not what they used to be, and charlatans are as numerous as ox hair."
"You must keep your eyes peeled and not be deceived by some dubious quack, lest you delay Miss Shen's condition further, which would be a cause for endless regret."
Upon hearing this, Shen Tianzheng's heart tightened, but then he remembered Ling Tian's miraculous 'immortal techniques' from earlier and quickly explained:
"Young Master Lu, you misunderstand! This gentleman is no charlatan!"
"He is a true reclusive master, a living immortal who can save my daughter's life!"
"Oh? Is that so?"
Lu Cheng showed a very interested expression on his face.
"To be frank, Master Shen, I, Lu, also have a slight understanding of medicine."
"Since I am fortunate enough to meet such a reclusive master, I, Lu, would also like to broaden my horizons and witness this gentleman's extraordinary abilities."
"How about we go together and see how this divine doctor treats Miss Shen?"
These words not only showed his concern for Shen Ning霜's condition but also, with a theatrical attitude, placed himself in the position of a'supervisor' and 'judge'!
As Ling Tian listened to Lu Cheng's words, the nameless fire in his heart flared up instantly!
"Damn ant! Is he trying to make a fool of this Emperor?"
"Very well! Let you, this frog in a well, witness with your own eyes what true immortal techniques are!"
"Let you know how utterly vulnerable your so-called power and wealth are before this Emperor!"
Although he was angry, he also realized that now was not the time to bicker with Lu Cheng, this mortal.
Lu Cheng had already solved most of the Shen Family's troubles, and his own remaining bargaining chips were not many!
He must!
He must act immediately!
He had to display his overwhelming absolute power and completely cure Shen Ning霜!
This way, he would not only severely humiliate Lu Cheng and make him retreat in the face of difficulty!
But also make Master Shen and Miss Shen even more devoted and grateful to him!
By then, let alone the profound yin cold jade, perhaps even Shen Ning霜, this supreme cauldron, would actively throw herself into his arms?