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The lobby of Fenghua Building was still ablaze with lights, the night outside the floor-to-ceiling windows having enveloped the entire city. Qin Yao stood before the tall glass, gazing at the flickering neon lights outside. Her eyes were unfocused, as if deep in thought, her fingers lightly tapping on the windowsill, producing a faint sound.
"You really are quite calm," Li Haowen's voice suddenly came from behind her, laced with a hint of mockery.
Qin Yao turned her head slightly, her expression neutral, still wearing that contemplative look. "If you think I'm lost in thought, it's because you haven't grasped my intentions."
Li Haowen stood behind her for a few seconds, his smile fading slightly. "Intentions? Do you really want to figure out this game? Or do you already know what you can gain from it?"
Qin Yao's smile remained as serene as ever. "You could try telling me your intentions; perhaps that would clarify things for me."
Her voice was calm, each word carrying a strong sense of pressure. Li Haowen raised an eyebrow; he knew that the woman before him was far more complex than he had imagined. Their relationship had long transcended mere business cooperation and had evolved into a more subtle power struggle.
"I've said before, what I value is the resources you can provide. The the Qin Family is vast, with much untapped potential." Li Haowen slowly walked to the table, picked up a glass of wine, and gently swirled it, his gaze seemingly drifting over Qin Yao's profile. "You're a smart person; you know how to seize opportunities. And I am willing to share this feast with you."
Qin Yao chuckled softly, yet her eyes held no warmth. "Share? No, I have never believed in that word, especially not in this game. You want my resources; in other words, you need my strength, while what I desire is more."
Li Haowen raised an eyebrow. "More? Your demands are quite high."
Qin Yao turned around and walked to the table, facing Li Haowen directly. She lifted her chin and looked at him with unwavering and sharp eyes. "You know very well that if you want me to cooperate with you, you must provide me with sufficient guarantees. Otherwise, why would I place myself on your chessboard?"
Li Haowen's smile reappeared, tinged with a hint of cunning. "You know what I can offer you: my resources, the rules of the Emerald Market, even those forces behind you—the seemingly stable situation within the the Qin Family. What I can provide is enough for you to establish yourself firmly within the the Qin Family."
Qin Yao's gaze flickered momentarily, but her tone remained resolute. "But you know very well that the the Qin Family is not my only option. What you offer may help me stand firm temporarily, but I cannot rely on others forever."
Li Haowen's smile deepened. "You're right, Qin Yao. Relying on others can't last long, but mastering the initiative on our shared chessboard is the key to ultimate victory."
Qin Yao's gaze was as calm as water. She understood that what Li Haowen wanted was not just her wisdom and abilities, but the powerful family force behind her. Yet she knew all too well that to break free from the constraints of the the Qin Family, she herself was the only key.
"You are correct; the key to victory lies in control." She paused, raising an eyebrow slightly. "However, what I value more is my position in this game. I no longer depend on the resources and opportunities you provide. True power lies in my own hands."
Li Haowen's eyes flickered, and his smile gradually took on a deeper meaning. "You are a clever woman, Qin Yao. I have never underestimated you." He set down his glass and walked to the window, gazing down at the city lights. "But some things cannot be obtained just because you want them. What you need are more opportunities, and I happen to be able to provide them."
Qin Yao smiled faintly, her voice laced with a hint of provocation. "Opportunities? You make it sound so easy. Opportunities come with risks, and I am willing to pay a price greater than you can imagine."
She stood tall, locking her gaze with Li Haowen's. "I do not intend to continue living in someone else's shadow; my future is in my own hands."
Li Haowen listened to her words, falling silent for a moment before revealing a faint smile. "I see; you mean you're ready to break free from the the Qin Family's control and rule independently?"
Qin Yao did not answer, but her eyes spoke volumes. Li Haowen nodded slightly. "Alright, I respect your choice. Just remember, true opportunities often lie in the most dangerous places."
As soon as he finished speaking, footsteps suddenly echoed from outside the door. Qin Yao turned around to see Shen Siya entering hastily, holding a folder that clearly indicated urgency. "Sister Yao, there have been some movements within the the Qin Family recently; we need to prepare quickly." She looked at Qin Yao with evident anxiety.
A complex expression flashed across Qin Yao's eyes before she returned to her usual demeanor and smiled as she nodded. "I know; things have entered a critical stage. Please hand me those documents."
Shen Siya passed over the folder, and as Qin Yao flipped through it, her brow furrowed slightly. "This information is well done; keep up the pace. Don't let anyone know our plans."
Li Haowen turned from the window, his gaze landing on Shen Siya with a teasing smile playing on his lips. "It seems that Qin Yao's plans are no longer just aimed at me?"
Qin Yao did not respond; she merely gestured for Shen Siya to step back. Her gaze fell upon Li Haowen, a determination unspoken shining in her eyes. "Whether in cooperation or opposition, I will ultimately be the one controlling the game of the the Qin Family."
Li Haowen stood still for a moment, then finally smiled. "I look forward to seeing how you conclude this, Qin Yao. However, this path of yours will likely be more difficult than you imagine."
Qin Yao remained silent, briefly glancing at the documents on the table, a subtle sharpness flickering in her eyes. She understood that Li Haowen's challenge had only just begun, and she was already prepared.
She was in no hurry to answer him because she knew that true victory often lay hidden beneath the surface of what seemed most tranquil.
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