77: Want to recruit a subordinate? Edible exotic water turtle
However, the Li Corporation is the wealthiest corporation in the entire Dragon Country—no, it should be said, in the entire Blue Star.
Being as rich as a nation is no joke.
So, it's not impossible for them to treat three hundred billion as pocket change.
What shocked him most was Yang Qian's investigative ability.
How long had it been?
Less than half an hour, and she had already clearly investigated what was going on and taken countermeasures.
Then he thought about his own subordinates—how long had they taken?
Two hours!
What were they doing for two hours?
Compared to her, his subordinates seemed a bit crippled.
She truly lived up to her title as the Guardian of the Nation's wife; she certainly had some tricks up her sleeve.
"Guardian of the Nation's wife, I wonder if you could share some of the secrets of this matter with me?"
Director Wang leaned over and asked curiously.
After all, he was still completely in the dark and didn't know what was truly happening.
He only knew that this matter seemed to be related to the Demon Clan.
Yang Qian glanced at Director Wang and didn't hide anything, choosing instead to inform him of the situation.
After understanding the situation, Director Wang felt a chill run down his spine.
He hadn't expected such a terrifying crisis to be lurking in their Dragon Country.
If it weren't for the Guardian of the Nation's wife, it would have been truly disastrous if the crisis had erupted.
"Alright, that's all I know. Son, are you going back on your own, or will you come with me to the Imperial Capital?"
Li Yao was stunned for a moment, then asked in confusion, "Mom, what are you going to the Imperial Capital for?"
"To inform them of the news we learned today, so they can be prepared at all times, and to find those Blazing Fire Monkeys that have problems."
"Are you coming?"
Li Yao shook his head and replied, "No, I have other things to do."
"Okay, sister, let's go."
With that, she left the room with Qingluan, taking the Blazing Fire Monkey's remains with them.
When Zhu Qingtai saw this, he was about to say something but stopped himself.
Li Yao patted Zhu Qingtai's shoulder and asked with a smile, "Do you want to follow me?"
Li Yao's words made Zhu Qingtai pause, then he nodded vigorously!
"Of course I do! It's my honor to be able to follow Young Master Li!"
This was a good opportunity!
If he could cling to Li Yao, then his ancestral grave would be smoking with good fortune.
"Alright, but if you want to follow me, then let's sign a contract."
"If you're unwilling, then forget it."
"Willing! Of course, I'm willing!"
Zhu Qingtai naturally knew why Li Yao wanted him to sign a contract.
A contract meant abiding by its rules; once violated, it would result in severe backlash, possibly even death.
What was Li Yao's status?
He was the Young Master of the Li Corporation!
His status was extremely special; just being able to follow him would give him immense Face.
With such a special status, what if someone had ulterior motives?
So, signing a contract also provided a safeguard.
Zhu Qingtai had already said his life belonged to Li Yao; what difference did signing another contract make?
It was just an extra layer of protection!
"No regrets?"
"No regrets!"
"Good, come with me to the Li Corporation later."
There was also a Li Corporation in Yaodu.
After all, their Li Corporation had branches in every city.
As long as a city had a certain scale, the Li Corporation had a presence there.
"As for my mom taking your Blazing Fire Monkey's remains, how about this: I'll find you an Epic Grade Beast."
As for why it would be Epic Grade, it was naturally because anything below Epic Grade would be embarrassing for someone of his status to offer.
After hearing Li Yao's words, not only Zhu Qingtai but even the Xuan Niao Guard nearby were filled with envy!
Was this the mighty and wealthy Li Corporation?
They had finally witnessed it.
Even when giving gifts, they gave Epic Grade Beasts!
One must know that an Epic Grade Beast could reach the King-Grade limit!
"Young... Young Master, isn't this too valuable?"
Zhu Qingtai was also momentarily stunned, then reacted with extreme excitement.
That was an Epic Grade Beast!
He hadn't expected Li Yao to give it away so readily, without any hesitation.
"Valuable? It's just an Epic Grade Beast."
With Li Yao's current strength, even without the help of his family's corporation, he could easily produce an Epic Grade Beast at any time.
He just needed to buy an ordinary quality Beast from the market and evolve it.
Sorry, being able to see through evolution paths truly allowed one to do as they pleased.
"Since you've chosen to follow me, if your strength is too weak, where would I put my Face?"
Upon hearing this, Zhu Qingtai was instantly moved to tears.
As an orphan, after experiencing all these things, he had originally lost hope for his life.
He hadn't expected to encounter a ray of light like Li Yao in such a desperate situation!
He swore!
No matter who it was! If they wanted to harm Li Yao, they would have to step over his corpse!
"Director Wang, this case is pretty much concluded."
Upon hearing this, Director Wang immediately understood what Li Yao meant.
He simply wanted them to leave.
"Young Master Li is right; if it weren't for the Guardian of the Nation's wife, this matter would have truly been troublesome."
"Since the problem has been resolved, we won't disturb Young Master Li any further."
Soon, Director Wang led the Xuan Niao Guard away.
And Li Yao also took Zhu Qingtai to the Li Corporation in Yaodu.
The general manager of the Li Corporation in Yaodu was named Manager Qian Xun.
A true Saint-Level Beast Master.
Upon learning that Li Yao was coming to the Li Corporation, he immediately prepared the necessary items for Li Yao.
Incidentally, he also brought a Water Turtle for Li Yao.
This Water Turtle was of ordinary quality.
Manager Qian Xun didn't understand why his Young Master would ask him to prepare this Water Turtle, which was typically used for making soup.
Due to the Spiritual Qi resurgence, basically, animals on Blue Star had undergone more or less evolution.
For example, among domesticated animals, some lucky ones evolved into exotic beasts.
However, these exotic beasts were very weak, and because they evolved from domesticated poultry and livestock, their meat was exceptionally tender and delicious.
The Water Turtle was one such animal that could be eaten and mass-bred.
Manager Qian Xun looked at the Water Turtle, which was as big as a washbasin.
The Water Turtle slowly extended its head and silently met Manager Qian Xun's gaze.
They stared at each other, as if in a contest to see who would blink first and lose.
Ultimately, Manager Qian Xun gave up.
This Water Turtle was truly persistent.
Ten minutes had passed, and its eyes hadn't blinked once.