84: Chapter 84 Invasive Species

After exiting the elevator, the butler led everyone to the main entrance: "The main entrance features a double-door structure, crafted by the top-tier brand BIFFAR."

Liu Haorui was somewhat dismissive. "What's so special about double doors? My fridge at home has double doors too."

The butler smiled and said, "Sir, you might not be aware, but all BIFFAR brand doors have passed rigorous German and international certifications. They are classified as top-tier security doors. They can withstand an impact of at least three tons and possess perfect blast-proof, fireproof, and soundproofing functions. The cost of this single door is 500,000 RMB. That's equivalent to more than fifty double-door refrigerators."

Liu Haorui stood there dazed upon hearing this. Except for Zhu Pengfei, everyone else was stunned by this lavish entrance.

The group arrived at the foyer. The butler continued the introduction: "The entire foyer is 20 square meters, and the floor is paved with solid slabs of Turkish Moonstone. This gemstone is world-renowned for being used in pendants and bracelets. Using it here as marble flooring highlights the owner's peak prestige. The foyer's backdrop features a full piece of Su Embroidery, a 'Flowers Blooming in Prosperity' painting created by a master."

Arriving at the living room, a massive U-shaped sofa and three-meter floor-to-ceiling windows overlooked the scenery on both sides of the Pujiang River. Opposite them, the city skyline, led by the 'Big Three' skyscrapers, unfolded before everyone like a living painting. The living room area was nearly 100 square meters—large enough to Host a small party.

The entire house was over 300 square meters, with a layout of a living room, three bedrooms, and a study. There were also three bathrooms.

Oversized bedrooms, a walk-in closet, and guest rooms. A bathroom with a river view, a massage bathtub large enough for three people, and even an entertainment room with its own mahjong table. Everyone was already numbed by this series of luxuries.

Zhang Wei had thought he'd earned quite a bit of money and had built connections with many leaders. But seeing this house, he realized his horizons were still far from broad enough.

After the introduction, the butler said to everyone, "Actually, this house is completely ready for move-in. We have dedicated staff cleaning it every day. However, considering you are all young people, I suggest making some appropriate changes to the layout and decor. It might better suit your aesthetics."

Zhu Pengfei chimed in from the side, "This decoration style was designed according to my dad's age; the business vibe is too strong. We can indeed change the soft furnishings. The community has a dedicated design team you can hand it over to directly."

An Xiaoxi ran to the second bedroom, looked around, and said, "I want a princess room with pink wallpaper on the walls."

Zhang Wei nodded, finalized the modification plan with the butler, and paid one million RMB for the renovation costs, with any surplus to be refunded or deficit to be paid later.

Chen Jiayan said enviously from the side, "After seeing this house, I feel like my rental place isn't even as good as a dog kennel."

An Xiaoxi pulled Chen Jiayan and said, "Sister Chen, if you want, you can sleep with me. The bed is big enough anyway. You're welcome anytime."

Liu Haorui leaned toward Zhang Wei. "Old Zhang, your bedroom bed is also ridiculously large. How about I move in too and we sleep together?"

"I refuse. Save up your own money to buy one," Zhang Wei pushed him aside. It was one thing for An Xiaoxi to be a minor and homeless, but he didn't have the habit of sleeping with men. Besides, this guy was suspected of having 'bent' tendencies.

Zhang Wei thought for a moment. "My lease at Jiangnan Garden is for one year, and only two months have passed. Why don't you terminate your rental and just move in there?"

Liu Haorui was quite happy after thinking about it; a year's rent was quite a lot of money.

Zhang Wei received the keys and access control system from the butler. As they left Pujiang One, Zhu Pengfei clamored, "Old Zhang, my dad wouldn't even give me this luxury mansion. Now that you've got it—and I was the one who personally ran the errand to deliver it—you definitely have to treat us today."

Zhang Wei waved his hand. "That's a must. We're going for a big feast at noon."

They found a famous Cantonese restaurant. After eating, regardless of it only being afternoon, they went to a KTV and got a luxury private room. Zhang Wei was particularly happy today, breaking his usual habits by ordering two bottles of champagne and playing dice with the others.

When he woke up again, Zhang Wei found himself lying in his bedroom at Jiangnan Garden. Rubbing his groggy head, he got up and went to the living room to find some water.

In the living room, Liu Haorui and Zhu Pengfei were sprawled out on the sofa, hugging each other and sleeping soundly.

At that moment, An Xiaoxi heard the noise and ran out of her room. She curled her lip at Zhang Wei. "You're finally awake? I really don't get what's so fun about drinking."

Drinking the water in his cup in one gulp, Zhang Wei asked in a raspy voice, "How did we get back?"

An Xiaoxi rolled her eyes at him. "How else? You stinky men were so drunk you couldn't even stand up. You even knelt down on the street to become sworn brothers. If Sister Chen hadn't called the company employees to help, you'd probably be trending on the hot search right now."

Zhang Wei felt a lingering fear; luckily, he hadn't done anything more embarrassing. It seemed drinking really does lead to trouble.

Seeing the two on the sofa hugging, he couldn't help but take a photo. An Xiaoxi suddenly snickered. "No need to take one. I took plenty on the way back, enough to publish a photo book for you guys. That scene, hahaha, was too funny."

Zhang Wei looked horrified. He hadn't expected that while the mantis stalks the cicada, the oriole follows behind. He was thinking of taking prank photos of the two, but it turned out he was the clown himself.

He checked his phone; it was already past 2:00 AM. Zhang Wei said goodnight to An Xiaoxi, went back to his room, and silently thought about opening the system.

Ding: The daily intelligence has been updated. Please check it yourself, Host.

[daily intelligence 01] Someone released an Alligator Gar into the artificial lake of Yanzhong Green Space yesterday. The fish is 2.6 meters long and is an invasive species. It is estimated that all fish and shrimp in the lake will be eaten within a month, and there is a possibility of it attacking humans. Specific coordinates are being updated continuously. Relevant videos have been sent to the Host's phone; please check them.

Curiously, Zhang Wei opened the video. The perspective was underwater, and it was filmed during the day. The water in the artificial lake was clear, and many freshwater fish could be seen darting through the aquatic plants. Suddenly, a massive shadow flashed by. A palm-sized carp was bitten directly into two pieces.

This time, Zhang Wei saw clearly that the black shadow was a monstrous fish over two meters long. Its head looked extremely similar to an alligator's, with two rows of dense, sharp teeth in its mouth. Its body was covered in scales, and two fins grew awkwardly on the sides of its belly. It was hideous, looking like a stitched-together monster of a fish and an alligator. In less than a minute, the Alligator Gar finished the carp and began searching for its next target. Its appetite seemed staggering.

Zhang Wei zoomed out the video. He could see that there were actually some elderly people swimming illegally in this artificial lake.

Zhang Wei was a bit frightened. If someone got bitten by this thing, a chunk of flesh would probably be gone instantly. Fortunately, no casualties had occurred yet, and the green space wasn't open to the public in the middle of the night. Zhang Wei planned to deal with this matter first thing tomorrow morning.