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Chapter 486: From What Background Does He Come From?

Time passed by, and soon it was already 12 at noon; an auspicious time chosen by Ouyang Lulu. After receiving a call from Manager Huang, Tang Xiu rushed to the entrance gate.

The vast majority of the guests who had come to congratulate and witness the opening ceremony of the 'Paradise Manor' had already arrived. They all wore smiling faces and gathered in small groups of three to five. They were either chatting with the executives of the Paradise Manor or with Ouyang Lulu, conveying their blessings. However, several talented young men from Shanghai's business circle gathered around the big star, Zhang Xinya, either boasting their accomplishments or flattering her, wishing to get close to her.

"The auspicious time has arrived, so let us invite the owner of the Paradise Manor, Ouyang Lulu; the Mayor, Mr. Wang Tao; the Vice-Chairman of the Shanghai Chamber of Commerce, Mr. Zhang Yueming; the world-famous singer, Ms. Zhang Xinya and lastly… Mr. Tang Xiu. They will cut the ribbon for the opening of Paradise Manor."

At this moment, six ceremonial girls were already present in front of the gate, waiting motionlessly with a red ribbon.

Tang Xiu?

Aside from Ouyang Lulu and Zhang Xinya, Mayor Wang Tao and the Vice President of the Shanghai Chamber of Commerce, Zhang Yueming, wore strange expressions on their faces. As for Zhang Yueming, he knew Tang Xiu and his identity. However, he was, nevertheless, quite curious about Tang Xiu's unexpected presence in this occasion. Wang Tao, however, wore a puzzled expression, since he had never heard about Tang Xiu before.

"Boss Ouyang, who is this Tang Xiu?" Wang Tao, who stood next to Ouyang Lulu, asked very softly.

"He's my idol, and the person I'm currently pursuing," said Ouyang Lulu with a chuckle. "Of course, he also has many identities, though I'm not going to elaborate on them. I believe Mayor Wang will eventually learn about him if Tang Xiu wants to expand his wings to Shanghai as well."

Wang Tao was speechless. He did admire Ouyang Lulu's straightforwardness, but he couldn't help but grumble inside: An unknown figure cutting the ribbon in such an important occasion... wouldn't it become a laughingstock if this news were to be spread out?!!

Regardless, Ouyang Lulu was the owner of Paradise Manor, so Wang Tao didn't feel like questioning her decision. Him coming here this time was entirely due to looking at the face of the Ouyang Family of Jingmen Island, since his family and the Ouyang Family had quite a deep relationship.

Under the watchful eyes of the audience, Tang Xiu came behind the red ribbon. He had planned to stand at the most rear, and would immediately hide right after the ribbon had been cut. But he didn't expect that Zhang Xinya would actually pull his hand with a smiling face and exchange her position with his, giving him the position next to Ouyang Lulu.

Whoosh…

Everyone in the front was stunned and astonished, whispering to each other in private.

"What is this? Zhang Xinya is an up-and-out big star, the most famous public figure. From whence did this Tang Xiu come from? The introduction only mentioned his name. What makes him qualified to stand on the center and make Zhang Xinya stand in the outermost?"

"Could it be that Zhang Xinya already knew this Tang Xiu from before? What exactly is his background? To think that even such a big star gave him her inside spot?"

"The positioning of the ribbon is also very particular and uncommon. There is no question for Ouyang Lulu to stand in the middle, since she is the owner of Paradise Manor, after all. It's also a given for Mayor Wang to stand by her side, since he represents the approval and support of the government. But for an unknown layman to actually stand beside Boss Ouyang, isn't this quite unjustifiable?"

"Yeah! The other is Zhang Yueming, the Vice President of the Shanghai Chamber of Commerce. Not only is his personal wealth in the billions, his position is also very prominent. Yet, he's standing on the outermost, so what makes this surnamed Tang have the qualification to stand on the center?"

"What scandal is this? What exactly is Zhang Xinya doing?"

"..."

Everyone's chatter caused Manager Huang to shoot a deep look at Zhang Xinya and Tang Xiu before she handed the microphone to Ouyang Lulu with a smile.

Ouyang Lulu then let out a smile and started her speech, "Ladies and Gentlemen, today, I'm very honored to invite you all to attend the opening ceremony of our Paradise Manor. I would like to offer my gratitude to you all, and ask all you to support and take care of my Paradise Manor in the future. I have always been a forthright person, and I never beat around the bush. So, without further ado, I announce that Paradise Manor is officially open for business."

Bang, bang…

The deafening sound of firecrackers spread out nearby.

"Cut the ribbon now…" Manager Huang shouted.

The five important figures cut the red ribbons. The bands on both sides began to beat drums and gongs, playing the song of blessing. Then, applause reverberated from hundreds of guests, causing the entire scene to turn jubilant.

Ouyang Lulu took the microphone again. She set her eyes on the audience and smilingly said, "All right, everyone! The ribbon-cutting ceremony is over. We—the Paradise Manor have prepared delicacies as well as peerless good wine… Gods Nectar. From today onward, my Paradise Manor will set up a lucky draw. Any guest who participates in the lottery drawing will have a chance to be rewarded with Gods Nectar. Of course, there are only five spots per day, and every quota will only have two bottles of Gods Nectar. Speaking about the price, it will be slightly more expensive than other places."

In a flash, the hundreds of guests in the courtyard were stunned. Many of them even asked loudly:

"Boss Ouyang, are your words real? You're actually providing Gods Nectar? Could it be that you have secured a cooperation with the Magnificent Tang Corp?"

"Yeah! The Gods Nectar produced by the Magnificent Tang Corp is now hailed as the best wine. All wine lovers regard drinking Gods Nectar as a symbol of honor, yet the sales model of the Magnificent Tang Corp as well as the sales volume of Gods Nectar is very limited. One is simply unable to buy it unless they go purchase it in their exclusive stores!"

"Boss Ouyang, can your Paradise Manor help me buy a number of Gods Nectar bottles? I'll pay double! If you agree, I'll immediately transfer the money into your account."

"I'm willing to pay five times the price to buy it!"

"Ten times!"

Looking at the crowd in front of her, Ouyang Lulu was dumbfounded. Never once had she expected that using Gods Nectar would create such an uproar. It had to be known that she spent quite the effort to run to Star City, using both soft and hard tactics to face Kang Xia, before she finally secured a private small agreement to get the goods. And it was only 5,000 bottles a year.

At the end of the day, she shot Tang Xiu a glance only to find his expression being at a loss whether to cry or laugh. Taking a deep breath, she forced a smile and said, "Gentlemen, would you please calm down first? I do want to earn such money, actually. However, the Big Boss of the Magnificent Tang Corporation is a very stingy man. I have been pestering him, using both hard and soft tactics, and even offered myself in marriage before he eventually agreed to give me a share of Gods Nectar each year. If it was not for my Paradise Villa, I would have taken the goods out for you! Nevertheless, if you want to buy them, you can go straight to the Magnificent Tang Corporation!"

Standing at the side, Tang Xiu could only roll his eyes and secretly grunted inside, This girl truly speaks with tongue in her cheek. To think that she can tell a bare-faced lie out-and-out so brazenly. Does painting yourself black is really that interesting?

At this time, he firmly decided to never stand out even if he was beaten to death. Despite having already made a name for himself, today's situation was obvious. The guests didn't even recognize him, and were all oblivious that he was the big boss of the Magnificent Tang Corp. He was not so foolish and stupid as to push himself forward only to get squeezed by the crowd, who only wanted to get close to him and get some benefits through the back door.

Fortunately, Ouyang Lulu herself didn't want to let the Gods Nectar steal her limelight. She squeezed out a smile and said, "All right, we have prepared sightseeing cars in front of the entrance, so I invite you all to come inside! Today, we will certainly make everyone to have a very good time drinking and dining here."

As the audience entered, welcoming ladies took them to the interior of the pagodshaped dining hall. Fragrant dishes were currently being delivered to the tables, and each table was provided with two bottles of Gods Nectar.

As the main character today, Ouyang Lulu was always accompanied by prominent figures. Whereas Tang Xiu quietly withdrew due to his dislike of noisy scenes. He found a quiet rest area and asked the staff to provide him paper. On it, he silently wrote the names of the herbs he had memorized, and the list of wild animals and fierce beasts he planned to rear.

While at that, a good fragrance invaded his nostrils. Then, a woman in a white dress and casual white shoes came before Tang Xiu.

"Hello, Grand Master!"

Tang Xiu looked up. His expression turned slightly vacant after he saw Gu Xiaoxue, and then asked with astonishment, "Why are you here, Xiaoxue?"

"Lulu invited me. We are good sisters, after all," said Gu Xiaoxue with a faint smile. "Besides, you're also in Shanghai, Grand Master, hence I came. It's just that I don't like lively and noisy scenes, so I didn't appear before anyone. I just learned from Manager Huang that you were not in the banquet hall, so I came find you."

"All right, sit down and let's have a chat!" Tang Xiu pointed to the opposite spot and smilingly said. "Actually, I was planning to call you! Let me show you something. This just crossed my mind."

After receiving the list and carefully reading it, there was a puzzled look on Gu Xiaoxue's face as she said, "Grand Master, there are two lists here. One is filled with names of medicinal herbs, and the other one is a list of wild animals. What are you going to make, exactly?"

"I'm preparing to plant a massive number of medicinal herbs, as well as rear various wild animals," said Tang Xiu with all seriousness. "I'm going to use the Immortal Ordinance Art to transform these wild animals, eventually transforming them into fierce beasts or spirit beasts."

"Your vision is somewhat similar to the Master's idea," said Gu Xiaoxue with astonishment. "However, when Master had just put forward this idea, her physical state became worse and worse, and then it was eventually forgotten. Grand Master, if this plan is really successful, then we can get a lot of cultivation resources."

"That's right. If we want to nurture a large number of experts, cultivation resources are indispensable!" Said Tang Xiu. "Hence, my initial idea is to plant medicinal herbs in 200 mu of land, and I will personally lay out a formation array at that time so that the medicinal herbs can grow quickly. With my current ability, the best I can do is to make them grow ten times faster, which is one year equalling to ten years if they were to be planted outside. It could be even faster than that. Within eight to ten years we can get a massive number of hundred-year-old medicinal herbs.

"As for rearing wild animals, I will also need to lay out a formation array, but their growth rate will be a lot slower. But at most ten years later, we can easily identify which wild animals can grow into spirit beasts and which aren't unable to open their spiritual wisdom and can only become low-level fierce beasts."

Chapter 487: Offering Help Only to Get Refused and Scolded

While Tang Xiu was elaborating on his ideas, an extraordinary splendorous light shined in Gu Xiaoxue's eyes as she imagined their future harvests to come.

Finally, when Tang Xiu had finished his explanation, he took back the two lists and asked, "Some time ago, due to the need to develop the Magnificent Tang Corp, I'd given an amount of funds to Kang Xia, so there is only 1.2 billion yuan remaining in my account. To implement my idea, I'm afraid that the amount needed will not be enough even if this amount is multiplied by ten. So, how much money the Everlasting Feast Hall can provide?"

Gu Xiaoxue pondered for a short while and then said, "About 28 billion, that's all the money I have saved. But, if I draw the funds from the various businesses we have, I should be able to transfer another 10 to 20 billion."

Thinking for a while, Tang Xiu then said, "It won't be necessary. Just transfer 9 billion into my account after you return to Jingmen Island. 10 billion yuan should be more or less enough for the upfront investment. But I'll find you again later if there's a need to expand the scale."

"You don't have to wait until I return to Jingmen Island, Grand Master," said Gu Xiaoxue with a smile. "I can transfer the money to you now."

A few minutes later, Gu Xiaoxue took back her mobile phone and smilingly said, "I've transferred the money to you, Grand Master. However, the bank manager just called me to say that the money will only arrive in your account within three working days."

"We need to buy land in a mountain where the Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi is relatively rich. Lands in mountainous areas are quite cheap, though developing it will prove rather difficult. However, we can still accomplish it if we pour sufficient funds in it. It's just that I haven't decided the specific location yet. Do you have a good place to recommend?"

"From the looks of your point of view, setting up herb plantations and rearing wild animals will require us to pay close attention to the weather, temperature, topography, water conservancy, and other related conditions. I myself rarely go out, and only have been to a few famous mountains. So there's no good place I can recommend to you. However, I do have an idea." Gu Xiaoxue shook her head and said.

"What's your idea?" Asked Tang Xiu.

"I think we had better buy the rights to develop an island rather than purchasing plots of land in the mainland," said Gu Xiaoxue. "Firstly, we can rent them. While the rent itself is quite cheap, many of these islands are rich in Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi, thus suitable for growing medicinal herbs and rearing wild animals. Of course, what is most important is the issue with the caregivers. If we do it in the mainland we will need a large number of people to carry out the security work, while on an island would be different altogether. We only need to send a number of experts to be stationed there with the assistance of high-tech surveillance instruments to make the area absolutely safe."

"You're right! I never thought of this before." Tang Xiu's eyes lit up. "Jingmen Island is located in the South China Sea. To plant medicinal herbs and rear wild animals in a few chosen islands would be better, I think. So be it! I'll take the time to go to South China Sea to survey the area. Once I've decided the places, I'll immediately deal with the renting issues, and begin to invest in the development."

"Then I'll prepare a list of security team members ahead of time, Grand Master," said Gu Xiaoxue with a faint smile. "May I ask you what the appropriate number would be?"

"Talking about that is too early, though it's still necessary to prepare in advance." Tang Xiu shook his head. "Alright then! Pick 50 core members first, but don't them anything yet. When everything has been arranged properly I'll personally test them. If they get my approval, they will bring a number of peripheral members to be stationed in the picked island."

"Affirmative!" Gu Xiaoxue gently nodded.

After discussing the proper business, Tang Xiu looked at Gu Xiaoxue's bright eyes. And suddenly, he didn't know what to say for a moment. Though he had been in contact with her for a while now, Gu Xiaoxue's innate cold character made them have a very few common topics besides speaking about proper and serious matters.

After staying silent for two minutes, Tang Xiu eventually said, "Xiaoxue, if you don't have anything else to do, go pick something to eat first! Also, please look after Yan'er well after you return to Jingmen Island."

"I will," said Gu Xiaoxue with a nod.

Tang Xiu suddenly recalled something and quickly said, "Wait, when will you return to Jingmen Island, exactly?"

"Since I've already met you and the Paradise Manor has officially opened, I'm planning to go back to Jingmen Island this afternoon," answered Gu Xiaoxue.

"Since you happen to be here, take the children back with you to Jingmen Island while convenient! These children are all orphans. I adopted them and they are now living with me in Bluestar Villa Complex. Remember to settle them with those children who have already come previously. These five kids have learned a bit of Kung Fu, and I've also imparted them body tempering techniques. So add some more things to do when you're training them."

"Then I'll go with you when you return home, Grand Master," said Gu Xiaoxue with a faint smile. "Afterward, I'll take them away with me."

"All right, then. I'll call you when I'm about to leave," said Tang Xiu. "That's right. There's someone called Chen Zhizhong in the banquet hall. He's an in-name disciple of mine. Take the time to go and see him."

"I'll go later, then," Gu Xiaoxue's eyes lit up and replied with a nod.

After she left, Tang Xiu kept the lists and relaxingly nested on the sofa. He didn't want to bother himself with anything else and just wanted to lie down there cultivating for a while. Despite the star force inside his meridians not needing him to control it, there was something that piqued his interest and suspicion. The circulation speed of the star force had significantly increased, and its absorption of solar power also had increased to a much faster rate.

Without him expecting it, someone was coming toward him. Tang Xiu took no notice of it, and comfortable half-laid in his spot.

"Mom, it doesn't seem so cold here," a childish voice entered Tang Xiu's ear.

It was a woman in her 30s. She had a beautiful face, wearing a shawl and shining earrings and carrying a bag for books. Her name was Gu Hui, and she followed her husband to attend the opening ceremony of Paradise Manor. Half an hour ago, however, her child felt unwell and seemed to have caught a cold. Therefore, she lost her appetite and bid polite excuses to the others and her husband, and then prepared to take her son to the hospital.

"Dongdong, don't speak. This uncle is asleep, don't disturb him."

The boy that seemed to be four or five years old shot Tang Xiu a look and silently nodded, yet his little figure moved closer toward Tang Xiu, while his slightly pale face also showed a comfortable expression.

Finally, Tang Xiu opened his eyes and glanced at the mother and son. His eyes finally landed on the little boy and frowned, since he could sense death qi in him.

"Little kid, can uncle give you a hug?"

The boy looked up at his mother.

"Sir, my son caught a bit of a cold, I'm afraid you will be infected. So…" said Gu Hui quickly.

Tang Xiu shook his head and smiled. He hugged the small boy. While at that, he used his fingers to feel his pulse, and kept at it for more than 20 seconds. Afterward, Tang Xiu furrowed his brows slightly, as he looked up and asked Gu Hui, "Was there a case of homicide or murder in your family recently?"

"Murder? There has been no homicide… Huh? Sir, are you…" Gu Hui was confused.

Raising his hand to interrupt her, Tang Xiu said, "If there was no murder case in your family, that means that someone very close to your son has personally encountered a homicide case. And the time it happened should be no less than two days ago."

Gu Hui frowned as she snatched her son and stepped back. There was a vigilant look on her face as she said, "Mister, I don't get what you mean by that. There has never been a murder case in my family, and the only people close to my son are my husband and I, and we have never encountered a murder case either. So please don't talk such nonsensical things!"

After saying that, she was about to leave with her son.

Tang Xiu squinted his eyes and looked at her back while speaking, "Your son is not suffering from a cold, but because he got exposed to death qi. I don't think the hospital will be able to cure this condition. Of course, you may question this and leave. But your son is still too young, and his life force will be fully corroded by the death qi in seven days at the most. By that time, he will lose his life."

Gu Hui was an atheist. She instantly turned around upon hearing his words and angrily stared at him, saying, "More absurd things. Then don't blame for calling out people to kick you out."

Having said that, she hastily left while hugging the boy.

Tang Xiu could only shake his head. The cycle of karma, the cause and effect of the Heavenly Dao has a profound and deep influence that will affect the lives of ordinary people. The current himself was also under the influence of the Heavenly Dao at all times. Unless he could break the shackles on his neck and ascend to become an Immortal, only then would he be able to get rid of the interference of the Heavenly Dao.

One's wealth, status, and honor are set and preordained by the Heavens!

Despite him encountering such a thing, nevertheless, if the child's mother didn't believe in him, and didn't allow him to clearly inspect her child and dispel the death qi on the boy willingly, then it would mean that the boy was fated to die a few days later.

Inside the pagodshaped restaurant…

On the second floor of the banquet hall, hundreds of guests had filled the entire venue. In front of the luxurious tables, the crowd were tasting the gourmet and praising them while sipping Gods Nectar.

At the innermost placed table, Ouyang Lulu was accompanied by Mayor Wang Tao, Zhang Yueming, Zhang Xinya and a few other guests with prominent status, merrily chatting and laughing while dining.

At this time, Gu Xiaoxue came. Donning a white dress that fluttered, she was as though a fairy who descended to Earth. Her arrival in the banquet hall attracted the eyes of numerous people as she came to Ouyang Lulu's side.

"Sis Xiaoxue, come and sit down with me."

Previously, Ouyang Lulu never expected that Gu Xiaoxue would be willing to come and dine here. Hence, a pleasantly surprised look immediately appeared on her face.

"No, I can't," said Gu Xiaoxue as she shook her head. "I only came here to see Martial Uncle, Lulu."

After saying that, she asked for an empty glass and then went toward Chen Zhizhong, who was at the same table, and softly said, "Martial Uncle, Xiaoxue didn't know that you were here, too, so I didn't come to pay you a visit. I hope you can forgive me. Please, accept this glass of wine as a token of respect from your Martial Niece."

Chen Zhizhong got up, but was urged to sit still by Gu Xiaoxue. He then received the glass of wine and smilingly said, "Have you seen Master?"

"Yes. Grand Master is currently resting. It was him who told me that you were here," answered Gu Xiaoxue.

Master?

Grand Master?

The other people around the table had strange expressions on their faces as they looked at Chen Zhizhong and Gu Xiaoxue. They didn't understand what they were talking about. A master to such a prominent figure like Chen Zhizhong, who exactly could this sacred being be?

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