novelraw Chapter 1019 - 1034: Man Luo's Love and Hate
Chapter 1019 - 1034: Man Luo's Love and Hate
At this moment, in the office of a bar somewhere on Xiang Island, Man Luo was sitting alone on the sofa drinking red wine. She had been waiting for news from her employer recently because she had already accepted the job to snatch the ten treasures from Zhou Runze. Although Man Luo wasn't really willing to get involved anymore, she had already received most of the employer's deposit, so she had no choice but to see it through.Just then, Man Luo's phone rang again. Glancing at the number on the screen, she answered the call.
"Man Luo, I've got news about that batch of jewelry. It's no longer on Xiang Island but on the Mainland," a male voice said, sounding rather sinister over the phone.
"On the Mainland? How is that possible?" Man Luo frowned, questioning.
"Heh, at first I didn't believe it either, but it has been confirmed. In a few days, there will be a jewelry exhibition in Wancheng on the Mainland, and those ten treasures will be on display for people to see. So, you must act immediately and get those ten treasures before the exhibition starts. Do you understand my meaning?" the employer instructed.
"Go to Wancheng?"
"Yes, exactly. No matter the cost, I want those ten treasures. So, you need to head to Wancheng tomorrow to carry out the operation. Is that alright?"
Man Luo pondered for a moment, "Alright."
"Very good, Man Luo. Rest assured, once you get the jewelry, I can double your pay. I know this task isn't easy, but I trust in your abilities," the man said.
"Understood, don't worry. Since I've accepted the money, I'll make sure to get it done," Man Luo replied.
"Good then. I wish you success," the man chuckled, then hung up the phone.
After hanging up, Man Luo fell into a brief contemplation, then called out towards the door, "Qing'Er, come in for a moment."
Qing'Er opened the door and walked in. "Sister Manluo, what's the matter?"
"Make preparations. We're going to Wancheng tomorrow," Man Luo instructed.
Qing'Er looked at Man Luo with confusion, "To Wancheng?"
Man Luo nodded, "Yes, our employer sent news. That batch of jewelry is in Wancheng on the Mainland, and the exhibition will start in a few days. So, we need to take this time to get a hold of that batch of jewelry."
"Alright, I'll arrange it right away," Qing'Er nodded and left the office.
Man Luo sat on the sofa and pulled out a packet of cigarettes, taking out a lady's cigarette. Suddenly, she felt a strange sensation in her heart. This operation might involve encountering that man, the man named Lin Mu.
The night with Lin Mu, though she didn't want to bring it up again, the scenes from that night would frequently appear in her mind. He was the first man in her life and the one she wished nothing more than to kill. Thus, Man Luo vowed never to meet this man again, to completely forget about him, but Lin Mu was like a brand burned into her heart, the more she tried to forget, the more she couldn't.
This inability to forget wasn't love, but a form of hatred, and this hatred wasn't a deep-seated enmity but a type of indescribable hatred that made one feel very conflicted. So, on this trip to Wancheng, she hoped to put an end to this hatred or conflict completely.
In the afternoon, Lin Mu left Yunhai Mansion and went to the film company. The movie version of Palace Locks Liancheng was in its final stages. When it premieres, Flying Dragon Film and Television City will also open, which would surely be a big event in Wancheng. But at this moment, Lin Mu was already uninterested in these matters. Greater and more glorious matters awaited him, so he tried to delegate these minor things to others.
Thus, regarding these matters, as well as the related operations, Lin Mu didn't want to get too involved. Director Yu Zheng could handle these aspects, as he was an expert in promotion and operations. Lin Mu only made decisions on significant matters. After a brief communication with Yu Zheng, Lin Mu left the company with Zhou Xun.
"Brother Lin, where are we going?" Zhou Xun asked, sitting in the Porsche.
Lin Mu wasn't driving his own car but was driving Zhou Xun's new Porsche. This car was cool, so Lin Mu planned to enjoy the ride.
"Heh, going for a spin!" Lin Mu chuckled.
"Since when did Brother Lin become so interested in leisure?" Zhou Xun smiled.
"Tsk, in your eyes, I'm just a straightforward guy who only knows how to make money and not enjoy life?"
"Of course not. Actually, Brother Lin is quite romantic, it's just that his romantic side made him a wanderer," Zhou Xun jokingly stuck out his tongue.
"Damn, my reputation has been ruined by people like you," Lin Mu grumbled, then asked, "By the way, have you thought about what gift to give Master Ren?"
Zhou Xun shook his head with a worried look, "I really haven't thought of anything yet."
"Think about something with commemorative significance. I think it would be great to give Master Ren," Lin Mu smiled.
"Something with commemorative significance?" Zhou Xun furrowed her eyebrows and touched her chest, "If we're talking about commemorative things, it's only this half piece of jade pendant I have. But to give it to Master Ren wouldn't mean much, as it's just an ordinary jade pendant."
Lin Mu nodded, "True, what do you think would be good to give to Master Ren?"
Zhou Xun pondered for a while and then said, "For the elderly, I think it's more useful to give something beneficial to health. Though it's not expensive, it shows thoughtfulness."
"Yes, that's a good idea. Let's buy Master Ren a massage device," Lin Mu chuckled.
"Alright, it's decided then," Zhou Xun replied cheerfully.
Lin Mu accompanied Zhou Xun to the supermarket to buy a massage device, all items suitable for elderly use, especially for someone of Master Ren's age. After purchasing the massage device, upon returning to the car, Lin Mu's phone rang. Seeing the caller, Lin Mu couldn't help but smile.
"Aha, hello, Master Ren," Lin Mu greeted with a chuckle.
"Lin Mu, tomorrow is my birthday, you must come over and have a drink with me," Master Ren laughed.
"Of course! Tomorrow I'll come over with Xiaoxun," Lin Mu smiled.
"Come over early tomorrow. I have something to discuss with you and would like your opinion," Elder Ren suddenly said seriously.
Of course, Lin Mu could guess what he wanted to talk about, but because Zhou Xun was beside him, he didn't say it outright.
"Oh, Master Ren, feel free to say anything," Lin Mu replied cheerfully.
"Tomorrow, I want to take the opportunity of the birthday to have Xiaoxun acknowledged by our ancestors. What do you think?" Elder Ren asked.
"Ah, that sounds great! I actually think it's really good. I can feel everything you've done, Grandpa. Since it will be known sooner or later, it's better to take this opportunity to make it clear!" Lin Mu said.