Rebirth: Slice-of-life Cultivation Chapter 1723 - 941: Restricted Transcendent_2

Jiang Ning proceeded down the hallway, and as he passed the nurses' desk, a few nurses couldn't help but cast curious glances his way.

The young nurse hesitated, wanting to speak, but an older nurse nearby quietly uttered, "Evergreen Liquid."

Understanding dawned on the younger nurse instantly. Her parents had always expressed relief at the prospect of her marrying someone employed by Evergreen Liquid.

Lifting his leg, Jiang Ning entered the ward and saw the sincere Huang Guan standing by the patient's bedside. He was Huang Yuzhu’s father.

Upon noticing Zhao Shuang's suit, Huang Guan was momentarily taken aback. Having previously worked for Evergreen Liquid, he recognized its distinctive attire.

Then, he recognized Jiang Ning and was about to offer a greeting when an auntie suddenly shrieked, "You scoundrel, how dare you show your face here again!"

She was practically consumed by rage; a loss this significant was unprecedented for her.

"I demand you pay! You'll be left with nothing, you dog..."

Amidst the chaos, Zhao Shuang gestured towards Huang Guan and his wife, "Excuse me, would you two care to step outside with me for a moment?"

Being a man of simple honesty and directness, Huang Guan did not dare to oppose Evergreen Liquid, quickly exiting with Zhao Shuang to defuse the tense situation.

With fewer people now in the ward, it still wasn't quiet, as someone continued to argue loudly.

Jiang Ning observed the ranting Sweater Aunt and asked Ding Shuyan, "She's demanding money—should I pay?"

Ding Shuyan found it difficult to ascertain Jiang Ning's true intentions, despite being aware of his identity. She never forgot the inherently brutal and bloodthirsty nature that defined him.

Ding Shuyan replied, "You should pay."

Jiang Ning nodded and declared, "Very well, I shall pay you ten billion."

With that, he made a grasping motion in the air, and an unseen, immense hand seized the Sweater Aunt's neck, abruptly silencing her furious outburst.

The ward fell into absolute quiet.

After a brief interval, Jiang Ning exited the ward, and Zhao Shuang promptly approached him.

Jiang Ning instructed, "Once this matter is settled, head to Heaven and Earth Bank and procure a hundred-billion-dollar bill to burn for her."

With his instructions given, he departed with Ding Shuyan.

After observing this, Zhao Shuang entered the ward and saw that the Sweater Aunt had ceased breathing.

Her eyelids fluttered, and she finally comprehended why President Shao had assigned her to this task.

In a mere two to three minutes, a life had been extinguished.

This wasn't merely about resolving a situation; it was a demonstration of allegiance.

"Isn't this allegiance a rather severe one?" she mused.

Gradually, Zhao Shuang regained her composure. Evergreen Liquid held immense power; even across the entirety of Hui Province, it was a colossus. Within a standard prefecture-level city, its influence was nearly absolute, ensuring no repercussions would follow this action.

Without further hesitation, Zhao Shuang retrieved her phone and began to make a call.

The Huang Guan couple was still waiting outside when they suddenly noticed several doctors in white coats descending the corridor.

The Huang Guan couple followed the doctors into the ward, hoping to inquire if there was any recourse to avoid being extorted.

However, after the doctors examined the Sweater Aunt's condition, they turned to face the Huang Guan couple, clasped their hands in front of them, and regretfully stated, "Please accept our deepest condolences."

Huang Guan’s parents appeared bewildered, "What do you mean?"

...

Ding Shuyan once again bore witness to Jiang Ning taking a life.

Compared to the previous instance, this time was more measured and even more astonishing. He had boldly entered the hospital and then, without a trace of fear, acted decisively, completely overturning the established order.

Absolute power and unyielding force were blended seamlessly.

Ding Shuyan found herself drawn to this display of power.

"Where shall we go next?"

Jiang Ning considered the time, noting that there was still a significant duration until the evening self-study session concluded. He then suggested, "Let's head to Sister Ma's Barbecue; you can treat me to dinner."

Ding Shuyan readily agreed, "Okay."

Night had fully descended upon Yuzhou. Sister Ma's Barbecue was thriving, with expansive outdoor seating areas filled with groups of patrons enjoying their meals, creating a vibrant and lively ambiance.

"How many in your party?"

"Two."

"Certainly, please have a seat here. Our specialty is lamb skewers, prepared with the freshest lamb of the day!" the cheerful waitress enthusiastically informed them.

It was evening self-study time, but if Pei Yujing were the waitress, her service would undoubtedly be characterized by a cold demeanor.

"Useless at everything, yet she tops the exam rankings." Jiang Ning inwardly scoffed at this thought.

Jiang Ning selected a secluded table, with Ding Shuyan dressed in a black gown seated beside him. The weather was pleasant that day, not overly cold.

Sister Ma noticed and recognized Jiang Ning.

Initially, she felt a sense of surprise, as a misunderstanding arising from Pei Yujing's earlier careless words had led her to believe her daughter was pregnant with Jiang Ning's child.

Later, she learned that Jiang Ning had instructed her daughter to rebuff those harboring malicious intent. In all honesty, she felt a sense of gratitude towards Jiang Ning, who, despite his unusual ways, was a decent young man.

However, Sister Ma’s gaze drifted to the young woman seated opposite Jiang Ning. The woman’s Mercedes and her distinguished demeanor clearly signaled her affluent background.

She pushed the thought aside.

Jiang Ning ordered some skewers, while Ding Shuyan surveyed the restaurant, remarking, "The business appears quite robust, yet it's absent from any review platforms."

"You're even aware of review sites?" Jiang Ning inquired, popping a broad bean into his mouth.

"I've been focusing on this particular area recently," she replied.

Jiang Ning followed up, "Oh, so you consult Meituan for restaurant choices too?"

Ding Shuyan responded, "No, I've been monitoring Meituan's Series D funding to explore potential investment opportunities."

Jiang Ning: "..."

Ding Shuyan, sensing his silence, quickly added, "Meituan’s D-round financing has just concluded; the true competition is on the verge of erupting."

Jiang Ning nodded in agreement; she was indeed correct. The next phase would undoubtedly involve the intense rivalry between Meituan and Dazhong Dianping.

Jiang Ning probed, "Is your family contemplating an investment?"

Hearing this, Ding Shuyan slightly shook her head. "It's an unwinnable battle. Didi and Kuaidi engaged in a prolonged conflict for over ten months, incinerating more than 2 billion US dollars. Who possesses the capacity for such an expenditure?"

Her father's Lin Zhongsheng Group, at best, could assert influence only within the province's boundaries.

"This year is pivotal for reform; numerous state-owned enterprises are being encouraged to integrate with private entities. That avenue is precisely where our family's strengths lie," Ding Shuyan elaborated.

"Hmm," Jiang Ning concurred. While perhaps not as flashy as internet ventures, the approach they favored was undeniably more stable.

Ding Shuyan further stated, "However, my family’s elder brother harbors an interest in launching a financial startup."

Jiang Ning inquired, "P2P lending?"

He recalled that this particular era was marked by the burgeoning rise and rapid expansion of online lending platforms, often accompanied by alarmingly high interest rates.

Ding Shuyan replied, "We did consider P2P, but I believe B2B presents a more promising prospect. Our established physical industry chain positions us advantageously for supply chain finance solutions."

The barbecue was served, and Ding Shuyan sampled a lamb skewer—the lamb was exceptionally fresh.

As they dined on barbecue, conversation flowed between them. Occasionally, nearby patrons would cast glances their way. Despite Ding Shuyan's attempt at disguise with a duckbill hat, her striking figure and unmistakable aura were hard to conceal.

Nevertheless, the presence of Jiang Ning, coupled with the Mercedes G-Class parked along the roadside, deterred anyone from approaching.

Ding Shuyan took a sip of her Coke, remarking, "It feels like ages since I last enjoyed a late-night roadside snack."

In truth, she rather enjoyed venturing out alone at night, but the recent accounts of Lin Zida and Zhuang Jianhui's predicaments had made her reconsider.

The charcoal in the table's brazier burned intensely, and the lamb fat dripped, producing a rhythmic sizzling sound.

"Milk tea, does anyone desire milk tea?"

A casually dressed young couple approached. The man carried a foam container, a smile gracing his face, while the young woman spoke with cheerful enthusiasm, "We've prepared this milk tea ourselves. It's affordably priced, and we exclusively use imported tapioca pearls."

Jiang Ning typically favored Coke with his barbecue over milk tea, but after a brief moment of contemplation, he purchased a cup.

After circulating for a while, the young couple had managed to sell only two cups of milk tea. As they moved further away, the young woman's voice reached them, "We've earned six dollars, and we still have ten more cups to sell!"

Jiang Ning's ears caught her words, and he commented, "Not bad."

Ding Shuyan, who had also overheard, remarked while holding a metal skewer, "Actually, if they had offered them separately, they might have made twelve dollars."

Jiang Ning chuckled, "Viewed from another angle, spending six dollars to accompany her boyfriend—doesn't that seem like a more valuable exchange?"

Ding Shuyan showed a flicker of surprise, casting a second glance at Jiang Ning.

Within her understanding, what truly defined 'Transcendent'? It was the act of shattering established order. If ancient warriors breached an enemy city, what would be their immediate actions?

If she were Transcendent, naturally, she would act solely according to her desires.

But Jiang Ning presented a different paradigm.

Indeed, Ding Shuyan found her perception of Jiang Ning to be quite peculiar. He was demonstrably a Transcendent, yet he maintained such a low profile.

In that precise moment, she suddenly felt a deeper comprehension of him emerge.