At the Pinnacle of Power: The Female Leader and Her Chief Advisor

Yu Wei had just finished showering and was preparing to rest.

Seeing that Lu Ming was calling was quite a surprise.

"Boss, are you taking a break?"

"you say."

"The detective who interrogated me this morning is treating me to dinner tonight..."

Lu Ming first gave a brief overview of the situation, and then said, "This detective is the apprentice of Director Ding Jian of the Municipal Public Security Bureau. She told me that Director Ding wants to be promoted and hopes I can put in a good word for her with you."

After hearing this, Yu Wei replied, "In the future, inform me in advance if you are going to attend such dinners."

Lu Ming was stunned for a moment before realizing that Yu Wei probably thought he had acted first and informed her later.

Lu Ming explained, "I only found out she was Director Ding's apprentice at the dinner table. Before that, I thought she was just an ordinary police officer."

"Okay, go to sleep early."

After hanging up the phone, Lu Ming lay on the bed with a bitter smile on his face.

He already lacked Yu Wei's trust, and with what just happened, well, Yu Wei's opinion of him will probably be even stronger now.

Just then, someone knocked on the door.

Who could it be so late?

Could it be... Su Ran?

This house belongs to her, and only she comes here.

Lu Ming's lips twitched suddenly; he felt a bit fucked up.

Mu Xueqi is still here!

If Su Ran saw this, she'd definitely misunderstand!

He hurriedly went out, hoping to lure Suzhou away first.

But it was too late; Mu Xueqi had already opened the door.

Su Ran was clearly dressed up carefully tonight, and her smile froze instantly when she saw Mu Xueqi at the door.

She turned to look at Lu Ming, who had just come out, bit her lip and forced a stiff smile before turning and leaving.

"Su Ran, wait a moment."

Lu Ming rushed out and pulled her back, introducing her: "This is Officer Mu Xueqi, the one you met during the day."

Mu Xueqi nodded: "Hello."

Su Ran remained silent, staring blankly at the two of them.

Lu Ming pointed to the sofa and said, "She slept on the sofa."

Lu Ming pulled Su Ran into the room, closed the door, and asked, "Why are you here?"

Su Ran sat on the edge of the bed, looking aggrieved, and said, "Why can't I come?"

"That's not what I meant, I meant... this..."

Lu Ming really didn't know how to explain it.

Su Ran asked, "Did you...do that just now?"

"no."

"Yes, I believe you, Brother Lu Ming."

Su Ran had seen the blanket on the sofa earlier, and the quilts in the room were also messy. Although she didn't know why Mu Xueqi was here, the two of them were indeed sleeping separately.

Lu Ming breathed a sigh of relief.

Although he didn't have those feelings for Su Ran, she had done so much for him after all, and Lu Ming would feel bad if he really hurt her feelings.

After explaining the situation, Su Ran finally smiled again.

She bit her lip, took a small package from her bag, and placed it in Lu Ming's hand.

"Brother Lu Ming, actually... I don't mind, but... you should remember to bring protection."

Looking at the small umbrella in his hand, Lu Ming was stunned, his eyes widening as he asked, "Why...why do you carry this thing with you?"

Su Ran blushed and said shyly, "Oh dear, what do you think? You know perfectly well..."

"Brother Lu Ming, I know that a man as outstanding as you must have many admirers."

Even if you don't have the intention, you can't stop others from throwing themselves at you.

"Even if you really can't control yourself, I understand, but you must remember to take precautions."

Su Ran's thoughtfulness left Lu Ming speechless for a moment.

"Brother Lu Ming, you shouldn't have rejected her just now."

"what?"

"Didn't you say her mentor is the city police chief?"

"yes."

"Since she's asking for your help now, it means Director Ding has no powerful backers. You can easily get in touch with Director Ding through him. Besides, why not take something that's offered to you for free?"

Hearing this, Lu Ming was greatly surprised and quickly said, "Stop, stop, let's not talk about this anymore."

Su Ran shook her head, her expression resolute, and said, "Brother Lu Ming, I'm serious. I really don't mind, as long as... you have feelings for her!"

"I'm leaving now, remember to wear it."

After saying that, he got up and left.

"I'll see you off."

Lu Ming escorted Su Ran downstairs and watched her drive away. Just as he was about to go upstairs, his phone suddenly rang.

It was Li Wen who called.

"What's up?"

For Lu Ming, Li Wen's only remaining value is maintaining contact with Director Qian of the Lanting Club.

"Lu Ming, come here now, I need to talk to you."

"Have you been drinking?"

"I...I drank...a little."

"What do you want to talk about?"

Give me my money back.

"Don't even think about it."

"Lu Ming! Are you coming or not? If you don't, I'll jump off this building!"

Lu Ming felt a headache coming on and said, "Address!"

After receiving the address from Li Wen, Lu Ming immediately took a taxi there.

Upon arriving at Li Wen's house, a strong smell of alcohol was immediately noticeable upon opening the door.

Several liquor bottles were overturned on the ground. When Li Wen saw Lu Ming come in, she immediately stood up from the sofa.

"Lu Ming, I'm begging you, please give me the money... I'll do anything if you just give me the money... Waaah..."

Lu Ming didn't say anything, dragged her into the bathroom, turned on the shower, switched to cold water, and ignoring Li Wen's struggles, poured a thorough soak on her.

Looking at Li Wen, who was soaking wet, Lu Ming asked expressionlessly, "Are you awake now?"

"If you're not sober, I'll call the disciplinary committee right now."

Upon hearing Lu Ming's threat, Li Wen immediately fell silent.

"Wipe it off yourself, I'll wait for you outside."

A short while later, Li Wen came out wearing a bath towel.

She glanced timidly at Lu Ming, opened the refrigerator, took out a bottle of water, handed it to him, and said with her head down, "I'm sorry, I drank too much."

Lu Ming ignored her, took the water, and asked, "Has Chairman Qian contacted you recently?"

"After we got in touch, he made me sleep with you and then filmed it to blackmail you."

"Heh, that's ruthless enough!"

Lu Ming took the bottle of mineral water, unscrewed it, and took a sip!

Li Wen pleaded, "I don't want to get involved in your struggle anymore. Give me the money, and I'll leave Songxi tonight and never come back."

"I don't want ten million anymore, five million, just give me half, and you can keep the other half, okay?"

Lu Ming would never give her the money, but he couldn't say anything too definitive right now.

"Don't rush me, I'm not interested in money, I'll definitely give it to you."

"But now is not the time. As long as you behave and cooperate with me, I will return every penny to you after I bring Director Qian to justice. You can go wherever you want!"

"real?"

"certainly."

Li Wen stared intently at Lu Ming: "I believe you!"

Just as Lu Ming was about to let go, a sudden surge of anger welled up in his heart.

All I could feel was that Li Wen, standing before me, exuded femininity from head to toe…