209: Let's sleep together

Tian Ming was using himself as a bargaining chip to acquire technology and talent. He had some precious items in his hands, and Tian Ming was reluctant to break them. As long as everything was under his control, there would be no problems.

Tian Ming didn't resort to conspiracies; when he was strong enough, he used open strategies. Joining forces with the Alliance was a clear way of telling Life Origins that if they wanted benefits from him, they would first have to curry favor with him.

Shen Yuan looked at the computer and said, "Boss, our radio station has received another message. Life Origins said that within two days, their headquarters would send people over, bringing enough bargaining chips."

"Very good. Tell them I await their presence," Tian Ming said calmly.

Shen Yuan clattered on the keyboard, relaying Tian Ming's message.

"How is it that I can send telegrams directly from here?" Tian Ming asked, a little curious.

Shen Yuan's face showed a hint of pride as she said, "Boss, our technical staff aren't just for show. Our Shelter's local area network has been established, and your office computer has the highest authority, allowing you to access any networked device in the Shelter. I just used the computer to directly control the radio station and send the message."

After hearing this, Tian Ming smiled with satisfaction. He nodded and said, "Not bad. Later, give me a tutorial on the online management system; I'll take a look. It's late; you should go rest."

"You go to sleep. I'm not tired yet. I'm not the old me anymore; I'm an Ability User now," Shen Yuan said proudly.

Tian Ming nodded slightly, about to leave the office, but then seemed to remember something. He turned his head, looked at Shen Yuan, and tentatively asked, "How about we go to sleep together?"

Shen Yuan's face flushed, and she said, "Don't tease me. You should go rest early. You've been tired all day!"

Tian Ming, however, walked straight over and picked Shen Yuan up.

"Ah, Boss, what are you doing?"

"What am I doing? Staying up late is bad for your health. How can you keep staying up late? Time to sleep!"

Shen Yuan's face was as red as a ripe apple, making one want to kiss her.

Tian Ming carried Shen Yuan out of the office. Shen Yuan symbolically struggled for a moment, then wrapped her arms around Tian Ming's neck.

"Are you sure about this?" Shen Yuan's voice was very soft.

"Yes, I am," Tian Ming's voice was firm.

Shen Yuan slowly closed her eyes and said nothing more.

...

Early the next morning, when Tian Ming woke up, Shen Yuan was still asleep. She had said she wouldn't stay up late, but she had stayed up all night.

Tian Ming didn't disturb her. Instead, he stretched, looked at Shen Yuan, and smiled.

Upon returning to the Central Building, Tian Ming made some arrangements, mainly concerning the personnel Docking for the Alliance's aid in constructing the Shelter.

The design plan for the Underground City was still led by Architectural Expert Lu, with the newly arrived technical staff starting to plan the overall layout. They would excavate, decorate, and move personnel in simultaneously.

Ji Ruping and the others were also very efficient. After arranging the technical staff and equipment, the real main event was next.

While Tian Ming was eating lunch in the cafeteria, Shen Yuan's voice came through his earpiece.

"Big bad guy, where did you run off to this morning?"

"I've been busy with the Underground City all morning. I'm having lunch now. This afternoon, there will be a tripartite meeting. Prepare yourself and just listen in from the side."

Shen Yuan's voice came from the other end of the earpiece: "Alright, I'm in your office. Bring me something to eat later."

"What do you want to eat?"

"Anything is fine, or maybe sour soup beef noodles."

"Okay, I'll be there in 10 minutes," Tian Ming said, taking two quick bites of his meal, then asked the cafeteria kitchen to prepare a portion of beef noodles.

Tian Ming walked into the office, carrying a steaming bowl of sour soup beef noodles. Shen Yuan was already sitting in front of the computer. Seeing Tian Ming enter, she immediately put down her work and greeted him with an expectant look.

"Come and eat quickly. I don't quite understand why you always like to eat sour things?" Tian Ming placed the beef noodles on the table and motioned for Shen Yuan to sit down.

Shen Yuan picked up her chopsticks and began to eat heartily, saying between bites, "It's a matter of personal preference, big bad guy. Last night, I forgot to ask you something!"

Tian Ming asked, a little confused, "Ask what?"

"It's this. Didn't I tell you I also have something?" After saying that, Shen Yuan even puffed out her chest.

Tian Ming burst into laughter. He had only casually teased her back then, never expecting her to remember it until now.

"Eat quickly. I've already had Meng Xian make arrangements. Later, Ouyang Ling and Qin Feng from the Alliance will discuss building trade routes with Ji Ruping. Dongshan Base is short on food, and their aid to us is conditional."

Shen Yuan wiped her mouth and asked, somewhat puzzled, "Didn't you say it was a tripartite meeting? What about Wang Ze from Life Origins?"

"He's there to listen. The Alliance has strong technological capabilities. Although they have Superpower Users, their efficiency in extracting raw materials is far inferior to mine. In terms of raw materials and food, we have an absolute advantage. This advantage naturally needs to be known to Life Origins, so they can weigh the pros and cons."

"Alright. Oh, by the way, Boss, Qiu Qian just came looking for you," Shen Yuan said while eating.

"What does she want with me?" Tian Ming was a little confused.

"She said that since I'm your assistant now, she wants to be your guard and protect your safety. I think she's jealous."

As Shen Yuan spoke, she secretly observed Tian Ming's reaction.

"Her, a girl, being my guard? Is she serious? And why did she tell you and not me?"

Tian Ming felt a headache coming on and waved his hand, saying, "Alright, alright, I'll go find her after the meeting."

Shen Yuan, however, was secretly snickering beside him, which made Tian Ming a little confused.

"What are you laughing at? Don't you understand? She's trying to steal your husband. You're really heartless, still able to laugh."

Shen Yuan's face flushed: "Let her steal him. There will be many more trying to steal you in the future. I can't guard against all of them, so I might as well just give up."

Tian Ming shook his head helplessly: "Sigh, what you just said makes it feel like you don't really care about me."

Shen Yuan said seriously, "I am, after all, the unique Eight-Element Controller. Even someone like me can't dominate you. If you really are going to flirt around in the future, what good would it do for me to care? Boss, I'm a science student. My rationality tells me that a clingy girl will only make you run away faster."

Tian Ming didn't speak; he simply didn't know how to respond.

"I'll wait for you in the conference room. Come down when you're done eating; it's almost time to start."

"Okay, I understand." Shen Yuan nodded, and Tian Ming walked out of the office.

The Shelter leader's office had now become Shen Yuan's exclusive space. What Shen Yuan said was something almost any man would love to hear.

Shen Yuan was not only an excellent helper but also didn't restrict his freedom. Where could he find such a good woman? Tian Ming smiled; if he really were to flirt around, it would definitely be self-sabotage.

"Ji Ruping, how are the meeting arrangements coming along?" Tian Ming asked, touching his earpiece.

"We're already here. This morning, we mainly discussed trade matters with the two Alliance representatives. The basic terms have mostly been settled. Once they are finalized, I will make them public on the local area network management system."

"Thank you for your hard work. Have Lin Yue organize it and distribute a copy to everyone later. I'm coming to the conference room now."