215: I just need your cooperation.

Tian Ming slowly descended onto the roof of the administration building, where the people from Life Origins were already waiting.

Having grown up, this was the first time Tian Ming had seen so many foreigners, even with private armed forces dispatched. Tian Ming knew then that Lisa, whom he had captured, held a significant position within the Lawrence Family!

"Hello, I am the representative of Life Origins Company, my name is Lawrence Morsider," a middle-aged man in a suit and tie stepped forward. He had blonde hair and blue eyes, was Caucasian, and very tall.

Morsider was also a member of the Lawrence Family, though not a direct descendant, but rather from an extended branch. He served as the president of Life Origins Company.

Tian Ming nodded slightly, his sharp gaze sweeping over everyone. The man wore a simultaneous interpreter, and behind him followed three First-Class Ability Users.

Tian Ming frowned slightly, his consciousness locking onto the three individuals behind Morsider. The three immediately felt their abilities suppressed.

Within Tian Ming's control, all Ability Users were like ordinary people to him.

Morsider spoke, "Mr. Lu, please move to the conference room."

Tian Ming nodded, and the two, surrounded by the crowd, walked towards the conference room. The conference room in the administration building had been cleaned for them and was very tidy. Besides Morsider, there were over a dozen other people, all sitting upright. From the moment Tian Ming entered, everyone's gaze fell upon him.

Morsider introduced everyone present, who were essentially the core members of Life Origins headquarters. The other party showed sincerity and adopted a very humble stance, which Tian Ming was quite satisfied with!

Tian Ming and Morsider sat opposite each other, and the two sides began to discuss business.

"Mr. Lu, as long as you can release Lisa, we are willing to compensate for the losses incurred by your Shelter," Morsider said, getting straight to the point.

Tian Ming smiled faintly and slowly said, "That depends on your sincerity and the maximum price you are willing to pay."

Tian Ming was not at all polite. Life Origins Company was one of the most top-tier technology companies in the Apocalypse, possessing numerous cutting-edge technologies, and even a powerful Laboratory and research team. Not extorting a hefty sum was not Tian Ming's style.

Morsider said, "Mr. Lu, what kind of compensation do you need? Please tell us. As long as we have it, we naturally won't be stingy!"

Tian Ming smiled and directly said, "My demands are not high. I want a copy of the new Superpower Potion and its preparation method that Life Origins Company has developed recently. I heard the Lawrence Family also has other technology companies; I want all related technologies that we don't have, especially weapon technology, and the relevant technology patents and prototypes for aircraft manufacturing. Give me a copy of each."

Morsider's expression became somewhat grim. Tian Ming was clearly making an exorbitant demand!

He had never seen anyone negotiate like this. Not only was he making an exorbitant demand, but Tian Ming was purely aiming to empty the Lawrence Family's coffers.

"Mr. Lu, you're not joking, are you? Although Lisa is important to us, you are asking for an outrageous price, which is simply unrealistic."

The negotiation immediately fell into a stalemate, and Tian Ming naturally would not make any compromises. Life Origins had prepared so many people here, seemingly ready for a breakdown in talks and a confrontation.

Tian Ming was not afraid at all. If the other party initiated a confrontation, they would pay a heavy price.

Tian Ming smiled and calmly said, "If you don't agree to the conditions I've put forth, then we'll remain in this stalemate. I never do business at a loss."

Morsider's face darkened. After a moment of thought, he said, "Mr. Lu, we can provide energy technology to the Shelter, as well as related biological stem cell cultivation technology. This would, to some extent, alleviate the problems of energy and food. Furthermore, we can send technical personnel to help you build automated meat production factories."

Seeing Tian Ming remain silent, Morsider quickly added, "Although this meat is cultivated from stem cells in the Laboratory, its taste, flavor, and nutritional value are in no way inferior. Take beef, for example: by cultivating bovine muscle tissue, we can enjoy delicious, juicy steaks without raising cattle. We can provide you with the complete set of this food production technology."

Tian Ming looked coldly at Morsider and said, "I don't eat beef!"

"Then there's pork too," Morsider quickly said, "We can also provide production technologies for various meats, such as pork, lamb, chicken, and so on."

Tian Ming was speechless for a moment and said, "My conditions remain unchanged. If you can't make the decision, I'll make it for you."

As Tian Ming spoke, his words grew cold, and the atmosphere in the entire conference room became heavy.

Morsider took a deep breath and said, "Mr. Lu, you must understand that those who oppose the Lawrence Family do not come to a good end. Don't think that just because you have the Alliance backing you, we won't dare to touch you. In the current Apocalypse, the old rules no longer exist. Mr. Lu, I advise you to act wisely."

Tian Ming listened to Morsider's words, not getting angry at all; instead, he laughed. He slowly said, "It seems you still haven't grasped the situation. Since I've stated my demands, it means I have full confidence."

As his voice fell, Tian Ming's mind moved, and the surrounding air immediately became confined. Everyone in the room felt as if they were embedded in a wall, completely unable to move.

Morsider was somewhat flustered. He hadn't expected Tian Ming to be so assertive, giving them no room for negotiation at all.

"Mr. Lu, if we don't cooperate, you won't gain anything either, but we really can't agree to your terms."

Tian Ming waved his hand, and the feeling of restraint disappeared.

"Whether Lisa is released or not is up to me. From today onwards, you will obediently deliver all the technologies I want to my Shelter. I am not asking for your opinion; I am merely notifying you. If you believe there are other options, you are welcome to try."

Everyone present was pale. In the Apocalypse, if they truly angered this person, they didn't know what consequences they would face.

The atmosphere in the conference room became oppressive. Everyone looked at Morsider, awaiting his decision. But if they strongly refused, not only would Lisa not be rescued, but it was highly likely that the negotiation team members would immediately perish there.

In this oppressive atmosphere, sweat began to trickle down Morsider's forehead. He clearly knew that they did not have the strength to contend with Tian Ming. Now, all they could do was try their best to meet Tian Ming's demands to ensure Lisa's safety. At the very least, if they were to make a move, they needed to be outside Tian Ming's control.