Financial freedom starts with the daily intelligence system!

The Mercedes-Benz G-Class drove smoothly on the road to Xiangshan Scenic Area.

After the car had driven a short distance, Jiang Tao looked at Lao Jia, who was driving, and asked:

"By the way, Lao Jia, have you bought the things I asked you to prepare?"

"Yes, Mr. Jiang. As you instructed, it's quick-acting heart medicine, bought from a legitimate pharmacy."

Jia Guilin kept his eyes focused on the road ahead.

He simply used his right hand to pick up an unopened small medicine bottle from the passenger seat and handed it to the back seat.

Jiang Tao took the small brown glass bottle; it felt slightly cool to the touch.

He held it in his hand, examined it, and after confirming that it was correct, carefully placed it into the right outer pocket of his coat.

This small medicine bottle will be the key tool to bring himself closer to the Xiang family again.

Jiang Tao looked at Jia Guilin, who was driving, and asked:
How long does it take to get to Fragrant Hills?

Jia Guilin: "It took about an hour, around 1:03 p.m., to arrive."

"Okay, we can make it. No need to rush."

After giving Lao Jia a few instructions, Jiang Tao leaned back in his leather seat.

Since he had nothing better to do, Jiang Tao reached into his pocket, took out his phone, and opened WeChat.

The icons of several WeChat groups are already piled with red dots indicating unread messages.

He first clicked on "Jiang's Entertainment Co., Ltd. Core Group".

The group chat was buzzing with activity, mainly discussing the company's upcoming project plans and some details about artist training.

Jiang Tao browsed for a while, a slight smile playing on his lips.

He was quite pleased to see that the company affairs were running smoothly under the management of Shan Yang and his team.

Suddenly, a thought struck him, and he remembered his god-sister, Qiu Lizhen.

“Add my godmother to the group and let her get to know her colleagues first.”

Thinking of this, Jiang Tao tapped his finger and directly pulled Qiu Lizhen into the group.

System notification: [Jiang Tao] has invited [Fucai Xiao Qiu] to join the group chat.

There was a brief pause in the group chat, as everyone seemed curious about the identity of the new member.

Jiang Tao then typed out the introduction:
"Let me introduce you all. @福彩小邱 is my sister Qiu Lizhen. From now on, she's one of us. Please welcome her."

Jiang Tao's introduction was concise, but the words "my sister" carried significant weight, instantly establishing Qiu Lizhen's extraordinary status.

Jiang Bing: [Your sister? ??? Where did you get a sister? I don't know anything about her!]

Xu Sha: [Brother-in-law, what's going on? Could it be my long-lost sister? No, your surname is Jiang, and this sister's surname is Qiu. I'm a little confused...]

Shan Yang: [Welcome, sister, to the Jiang's Entertainment family!]

Jiao Jingtong: [Welcome, sister, to our Jiang's Entertainment family!]

Wang Xiaocao: [Welcome, welcome! A warm welcome! Our company is growing stronger and stronger!]

After Jiang Tao introduced Qiu Lizhen in one sentence, the group members immediately became active, asking questions and welcoming her.

Soon, the person in question, Qiu Lizhen, appeared.

She first sent a big smiley face emoji.

This was followed by a 5-second voice message.

"Good afternoon, everyone from the Jiang's Entertainment family! I'm Qiu Lizhen, and I'm new here, so please take good care of me!"

Qiu Lizhen's voice is incredibly infectious; you can almost picture the smile on her face even through a phone.

Then, before everyone could fully react, a "red envelope rain" suddenly began to fall on the screen!
[Jiang's Entertainment Xiao Qiu] sent a lucky draw red envelope!

[Jiang's Entertainment Xiao Qiu] sent a lucky draw red envelope!

[Jiang's Entertainment Xiao Qiu] sent a lucky draw red envelope!

……

Qiu Lizhen first changed her nickname.

Then, without saying a word, they sent more than a dozen red envelopes!

Each red envelope had auspicious phrases written on it, such as "Gift for meeting," "Inviting everyone to have tea," and "Wishing the company great success."

This caused an uproar in the group!
Wow! Thank you, Sister Qiu!

"Sister Qiu is so generous!"

"Welcome, Sister Qiu! Sister Qiu is awesome!"

"I had the best luck! Thank you, Sister Qiu!"

"Sister Qiu, this red envelope is so big! I'm flattered!"

The employees, who were initially somewhat reserved and hesitant, were instantly won over by this simple, direct, and extremely effective "money-spraying" approach.

The group chat was filled with a joyful and grateful atmosphere.

Qiu Lizhen's move not only quickly broke the ice but also instantly planted her image as generous, forthright, and good at interpersonal relationships in everyone's minds.

Qiu Lizhen sent another voice message in the group.

"It's just a small token, everyone should try to grab it! From now on, we're brothers and sisters in arms."

"I'm new here and don't know anything, so please bear with me in the future."

Qiu Lizhen did not consider herself superior to others in the company because of her relationship with Jiang Tao.

She spoke very politely, which instantly shortened the distance between her and everyone.

This superb interpersonal skills made Jiang Tao, who was watching from the sidelines, nod in approval and feel very gratified.

The group chat was lively for a while. Qiu Lizhen chatted with Jiang Bing and Xu Sha, two active members, for a few more minutes, and everyone got to know her better.

Within five minutes of joining the group, Qiu Lizhen had already become close friends with a group of group members she had never met before.

Jiang Tao smiled at the harmonious atmosphere in the group and then logged out of WeChat.

He looked out the window; the vehicle had already entered the road leading to Fragrant Hills.

The trees on both sides gradually became denser, and the outlines of the distant mountains became faintly visible.

Time slipped away quietly amidst the itinerary and occasional interactions in WeChat groups.

When Lao Jia parked the car steadily in the designated parking lot of Xiangshan Scenic Area, Jiang Tao checked his phone and saw that it was already 1:10 pm.

There were less than fifty minutes left until 2 p.m., the time indicated by the intelligence report.

"Old Jia, you can wait in the car, or drive around nearby. I'll go in by myself."

"The timing may be uncertain, so please wait for my call anytime."

As Jiang Tao opened the car door, he gave Jia Guilin some instructions.

"Understood, Mr. Jiang." Jia Guilin nodded in agreement.

Jiang Tao got out of the car, straightened his collar, and touched the bottle of life-saving nitroglycerin pills in his pocket.

He first took a deep breath of the fresh air at the foot of the mountain, which carried the scent of grass and trees.

Then he started walking, following the sparse flow of tourists, towards the Reclining Buddha Temple in the scenic area.

Afternoon sunlight filters through the gaps in the branches and leaves of the tall ancient cypress trees, casting dappled and shimmering shadows on the bluestone path.

Fragrant Hills is famous for its red leaves in autumn, but it's still early, and the mountain is still lush and green, with a unique and profound charm.

We climbed the slightly steep stone steps.

All I could hear was the rustling of the wind through the forest, occasionally punctuated by the chirping of birds.

The serene environment allows one's mind to settle down unconsciously.

After walking for about twenty minutes and passing several halls, a simple and solemn temple came into view. It has red walls and gray tiles, and the plaque reads "Shifang Pujue Temple", but people are more used to calling it "Reclining Buddha Temple".

After buying a ticket and stepping through the temple gate, a fragrance of incense, ancient wood, and a faint sense of Zen greets you.

The ancient trees in the courtyard are towering, their branches gnarled and twisted, bearing witness to the vicissitudes of time.

Today is a weekday, and there aren't too many tourists at the temple.

The small groups of people mostly remained quiet, speaking in hushed tones, as if afraid of disturbing the tranquility of this Buddhist sanctuary.

Seeing that it was still early, Jiang Tao didn't rush to the main hall, but instead strolled around the temple.

He first looked at the majestic statues of the Four Heavenly Kings in front of the Hall of Heavenly Kings.

Then walk through the courtyard and admire the architectural beauty of the bell and drum towers on both sides.

The faint sound of chanting sutras drifted through the air.

Many devout worshippers held incense sticks in front of the incense burner, closed their eyes and prayed silently, their expressions focused and solemn.

This atmosphere can indeed make people temporarily forget the hustle and bustle of the world and feel awe.

He strolled over to the Reclining Buddha Hall.

There is a huge Bodhi tree in front of the temple, which is said to have a remarkable history.

He lingered under the tree for a moment, enjoying its coolness and ancient atmosphere.

I guess it's almost time.

Around 1:50 p.m., Jiang Tao stopped wandering around.

He went straight to the most important hall, which housed a huge reclining Buddha—the Hall of the Three Buddhas.

The light inside the hall was dim, making it seem even more secluded.

Upon entering, a bronze statue of Shakyamuni Buddha in Nirvana, over five meters long, comes into view.

The Buddha statue lies on its side, its right hand supporting its chin, its face serene and compassionate, as if it has seen through all the joys and sorrows of the world.

The enormous Buddha statue delivers a powerful visual and spiritual impact, causing those who enter the hall to unconsciously slow their breathing.

Inside the hall, some tourists were already quietly visiting and paying their respects.

On the prayer cushions, a few believers were kneeling and praying devoutly.

Jiang Tao's gaze swept across the entire hall swiftly and discreetly, like the most accurate radar.

Finally, the image focuses on a prayer mat located to the right front of the Buddha statue.

There, a woman was kneeling.

She wore a finely crafted, plain-colored cheongsam with a thin cashmere cardigan over it, and her hair was meticulously combed and styled into an elegant updo.

Although only her profile and back could be seen, the calm, noble and elegant aura she exuded made her stand out in the crowd.

She looked to be around fifty years old, and her eyes still revealed the beauty of her youth.

At this moment, she was clasping her hands together, closing her eyes, and slightly moving her lips, as if she were expressing some wish to Buddha with utmost devotion.

A faint, unyielding sorrow lingered between her brows.

"It's her."

Jiang Tao has obtained Qu Yunzhu's image data from intelligence.

Seeing her in person now, I immediately recognized her.

Jiang Tao did not approach Qu Yunzhu, nor did he make any attention-grabbing moves.

He was like an ordinary tourist, choosing a spot that was neither too close nor too far, allowing him to clearly observe Qu Yunzhu without being easily noticed by her.

He pretended to admire the murals or couplets in the hall, but in reality, all his senses were subtly heightened.

He was like a lurking cheetah, quietly waiting for that crucial moment to arrive.

He subconsciously touched the medicine bottle in his pocket again, the cold touch calming him down.

Time passed by, second by second, the air filled with the fragrance of sandalwood and the deep, resonant sound of chanting.

1:59 p.m.

There is only one minute left until the moment predicted by intelligence.

Inside the hall, everything was as usual, and worshippers came and went.

Only Jiang Tao's heartbeat began to thump slightly faster.

"Uh……"

Suddenly, Qu Yunzhu, who was kneeling on the prayer mat, clutched her heart in pain.

The next second, without any warning, she fell straight to her left.

This sudden change inside the hall immediately caused panic among several worshippers, and some cried out in alarm.

Swish!
Jiang Tao moved swiftly, darting four or five meters away in less than a second.

He reached out and scooped up Qu Junzhu, who was about to fall to the ground, preventing further injury from the fall.

"Mrs!"

At the entrance of the main hall, a middle-aged woman, who was only about three meters away from Qu Yunzhu, exclaimed in surprise and hurried forward.

Stab! !
The middle-aged woman approached and hurriedly unzipped the handbag slung over her arm, frantically rummaging through it.

"No, no, how could there be no..."

"I clearly remember taking it with me before I left, how come it's gone!"

As the middle-aged woman searched, she muttered to herself, and the expression on her face changed from initial panic to fear!
"No, it's not there! No, it's not there! Oh my god, what are we going to do? What are we going to do?!"

The middle-aged woman muttered to herself, tears welling up in her eyes.

Jiang Tao asked knowingly, "What are you looking for, sister?"

"Quick-acting! I'm looking for quick-acting medicine! My wife has a heart condition, and I clearly remember bringing it with me before I left home, but it's gone, gone..."

As the woman spoke, she dumped all the items from her bag onto the ground with a whoosh, but still couldn't find what she was looking for.

"Is this lady having a heart attack? I'll call 120 for you!"

"Doctor! Is there a doctor here? Someone here has had a heart attack!"

"Does anyone have any quick-acting heart medicine? Someone here needs it!"

The other worshippers in the hall did not stand idly by; some called 120 for emergency medical assistance, while others shouted for help.

"I have a bottle of fast-acting medicine here!"

Seeing that the time was right, Jiang Tao stopped hiding his intentions.

What if someone pulls out a bottle of fast-acting medicine and steals my chance? I'd be devastated.
After saying that, Jiang Tao reached into his pocket and pulled out a bottle of quick-acting heart medicine that he had just bought that day.

"That's great! Quickly! Thank you, sir! Thank you so much!"

When the middle-aged woman saw the quick-acting heart medicine that Jiang Tao took out of his pocket, her face immediately lit up with the joy of "surviving a disaster".

She didn't stand on ceremony with Jiang Tao. After thanking him, she reached out and took the bottle of nitroglycerin pills from his hand.

She deftly opened it, poured out a quick-acting heart pill, and put it into Qu Junzhu's mouth.

Amid the curious and concerned gazes of a group of onlookers.

About five minutes later, Qu Junzhu slowly opened her eyes.

"Madam! You're awake! That's wonderful, that's wonderful! That was so dangerous!"

When the middle-aged woman saw Qu Junzhu wake up, she both cried and laughed, and the anxiety she had been carrying finally subsided.

Although this matter was not caused by her, she would bear some responsibility if anything happened to Qu Junzhu.

She currently earns nearly 2 yuan a month at the Xiang family's company, and she doesn't want to lose such a good job. (End of Chapter)