241: Unequal Treaties

The crisis of the Lawrence Family was successfully resolved by Charlie.

The family underwent a series of internal rectifications, and the entire family became subordinate to Tian Ming.

Tian Ming was not in a hurry to return to his Shelter, because there were still some thorny issues to deal with here.

The current head of the Lawrence Family was Charlie, but there were still some bases unwilling to submit.

This revolution lasted for nearly a month, and with Tian Ming's help, Charlie purged all dissidents and truly gained control of this top family.

In the transformation of the Lawrence Family, Tian Ming played a crucial role.

Charlie himself understood that without Tian Ming's support, he could not have taken control of this top family so smoothly.

Moreover, in the eyes of some conservatives, Charlie's actions were undoubtedly a betrayal.

After his position was solidified, it was time for repayment.

The large conference room at the family base was filled with people, all of whom were the newly appointed power holders of the Lawrence Family.

Charlie stood up, cleared his throat lightly twice, and then slowly began to speak: "Everyone, I have gathered you here today for a very important matter.

As you know, this crisis originated entirely from the old Duke.

The person we should most thank for its successful resolution is Mr. Lu Tianming."

The conference room was silent.

The crisis was brought by Tian Ming.

To beg his forgiveness, the entire Lawrence Family underwent a major reshuffle.

These new power holders felt extremely awkward, because from today on, they would be dogs under Tian Ming's feet.

But awkwardness aside, after a moment, a sparse round of applause broke out.

Tian Ming did not pay attention to the reaction of the Lawrence Family members.

He looked at Charlie and said: "Distribute the treaty and make it public.

Once it's approved, I'll go back.

I've been out for too long this time.

As for the Superpower Potions you need, if the production is insufficient, you can send people to me to collect them."

Charlie nodded slightly, and had someone distribute the treaty document to everyone present.

The treaty document was passed among the people, and everyone silently read this document that would change the fate of their family.

This treaty established Tian Ming's supreme position in the Lawrence Family, and also stipulated various rights and obligations between the family and Tian Ming.

Although it was called an "unequal treaty," everyone present knew that they had no room to refuse.

A suppressed atmosphere filled the conference room.

The treaty involved, but was not limited to, full gratuitous assistance with various advanced Laboratory equipment, help in building top Laboratories, and help in constructing various factories.

It also included sharing all technologies of Lawrence Family enterprises that Tian Ming might be interested in, as well as targeted talent exchange, holding scientific seminars, and so on.

This treaty was extremely humiliating for the Lawrence Family, but there was no other way; this was the price the Lawrence Family had to pay.

The entire treaty only contained the obligations of the Lawrence Family and no rights whatsoever.

Of course, such a treaty was merely a formality; as long as Tian Ming was present, the Lawrence Family could only choose to submit.

Tian Ming stood up, "If everyone has no objections, then it's approved.

The treaty is passed.

I have already sent the contents of the treaty back to the Alliance, and you can discuss the specific matters with the Alliance.

Things are almost done, and I will go back tomorrow.

I hope the Lawrence Family will not make such foolish mistakes again in the future."

Tian Ming was also unwilling to sit for long, so he stood up and walked out of the conference room.

As soon as he left, a buzzing discussion erupted in the conference room behind him.

This feeling of being aggrieved and humiliated was too much for the Lawrence Family members.

Tian Ming smiled calmly, not caring at all.

Hundreds of years ago, such things had also happened in history.

Now the tables had turned; what was there for these Western lords to be humiliated about?

He was merely giving them a taste of their own medicine.

Shen Yuan stood outside the door, and seeing Tian Ming come out, she walked up and linked her arm through his.

"How are your injuries?" Tian Ming asked.

"They're almost healed, but I always feel something isn't quite right!" Shen Yuan said with a frown.

"What's not right?" Tian Ming asked.

Shen Yuan tilted her head and said: "It's just that my superpower seems to have shrunk a bit.

That consciousness interference weapon is very powerful.

Although I've recovered, I found that my ability seems to have weakened.

For example, when extracting elements, my current extraction efficiency is at least about thirty percent slower."

Tian Ming pondered for a moment and said: "Maybe it hasn't fully healed.

I plan to take you back tomorrow.

The Alliance has already sent a message that the northernmost Alliance Base is under attack by the Corpse King.

They want me to go back and hunt the Corpse King."

"Hunting the Corpse King? That's not an easy task.

You are our boss.

The Alliance also has a combat department for such matters, so why do you have to go?"

Tian Ming smiled calmly: "The Corpse King that appeared this time is a bit different.

It can immune the ability attacks of Ability Users.

And, it also seems to have the ability to particleize.

They didn't elaborate too much; I'll understand once we go back."

Shen Yuan nodded.

She knew Tian Ming's strength, but she still couldn't help but admonish him: "Then you must be careful.

I know you're very powerful, but if you underestimate them, you might fall into a trap."

"Don't worry, I know." Tian Ming smiled.

"Oh, right, about the Alliance Base personnel system, I reported my parents' names to Ouyang Ling last time, and I don't know if the results of the investigation are out.

Then I was captured, and I don't know if my parents are in one of the Alliance's bases."

Tian Ming nodded and said: "Don't worry about that.

Your brother is at the Shelter.

If Ouyang Ling has any results, she will definitely notify your brother.

All the Alliance Bases combined have over 10 million people, and there are definitely people with the same names among them, so they need to investigate."

A hint of loneliness appeared on Shen Yuan's face, and she said: "I hope they are still alive."

Tian Ming stroked her back, comforting her: "Don't think too much.

We'll know once we go back."

Shen Yuan nodded lightly, then she looked up at Tian Ming: "Boss, can I change how I address you?"

Tian Ming was startled, and asked with a smile: "Why?

Isn't 'Boss' good enough?"

"Before, I simply felt that I shouldn't be very important in your heart, since you're so strong.

Now I'm sure that I can rank first in your heart.

I'm different from others, so I don't want to call you 'Boss' like everyone else."

Tian Ming was stunned.

He hadn't expected Shen Yuan to say that so suddenly.

"Then what do you want to call me? Uh, if it's too mushy, it'll give me goosebumps."

"Hehehe..." Shen Yuan giggled.

"I want to call you husband."