Chu Ge wasn't one to hesitate or waver. He reminded himself that Liu Yanru's safety was her own responsibility; no one could harm her beyond her control.
As a bodyguard, there was often little to do. As long as the boss was safe, most of the time was spent at ease.
Soon, Yan Jingxian, Liu Yanru's secretary, brought in a brand-new, top-of-the-line laptop.
"Chairman, the laptop you requested has arrived," she announced.
"Good. Give it to him," Liu Yanru said, gesturing towards Chu Ge on the sofa.
Chu Ge quickly stood up and accepted the laptop politely. "Thank you!"
"You're welcome," Yan Jingxian replied, noting the bodyguard's seemingly unprofessional behavior. However, as the chairman didn't seem to mind, she kept her thoughts to herself.
After Yan Jingxian left, Chu Ge expertly entered hacking mode, his fingers dancing across the keyboard. Characters flooded the screen, coalescing into a digital assassin that silently infiltrated Yundu's security system.
While the system contained confidential information, Chu Ge was only interested in Zhao Lingyun's data. He had no intention of selling any sensitive materials.
Liu Yanru was impressed by Chu Ge's versatility, making a mental note to increase his salary to ensure he remained by her side.
As Chu Ge worked, Liu Yanru noticed Moyu Group's stock price trending downward. She suspected Zhao Lingyun's involvement, frustrated that he seemed to want both the Medusa Company and Moyu Group.
Turning to look at Chu Ge, Liu Yanru felt a glimmer of hope. This man had appeared just when she needed him most.
Unaware of Liu Yanru's thoughts, Chu Ge marveled at his newfound abilities. The system-granted skills were indeed powerful, confirming that not just anyone could be a top bodyguard.
Soon, Zhao Lingyun's basic information appeared on the screen. Chu Ge discovered that even Zhao Lingyun's criminal records had been erased, but he managed to piece together some of his misdeeds from scattered online references.
The more Chu Ge uncovered, the darker his expression became. Zhao Lingyun's actions were truly despicable, from assaulting innocent women to having workers beaten for demanding wages.
Chu Ge's plan suddenly seemed even more justified. As he contemplated his next move, the system presented two options:
[Option 1: Reveal the truth about Zhao Lingyun to the public. Reward: [-] million in funds.]
[Option 2: Become an avenging force and eliminate Zhao Lingyun. Reward: A special operations team.]
Chu Ge hesitated, wondering if he could choose both options. He asked the system mentally, [System, can I select multiple options?]
[The system has never been limited to single choices. Multiple selections, single selections, or even no selection are all acceptable, as long as the host is satisfied,] the system replied.
Pleased with this flexibility, Chu Ge decided to pursue both options. He felt the system truly understood his needs, especially appreciating the offer of a special team to supplement his current limited resources.
As the workday neared its end, news of the shareholders' meeting began to circulate. Employees at Moyu Group headquarters learned that the chairman's acquisition plan had been rejected, deemed a waste of company resources.
While the accuracy of these rumors was questionable, employees were primarily concerned with whether Liu Yanru would proceed with her plans.
"A bunch of self-serving parasites," Liu Yanru fumed in her office, her lack of public response only fueling wilder speculation.
"Boss, don't let it get to you," Chu Ge reassured her. "This will all be resolved within three days, at most."
His words seemed to soothe Liu Yanru's anger, much like a boyfriend comforting his upset girlfriend.