Starting to Gain Experience from Push-Ups Chapter 1597 - 767_2

"So in terms of funds, we’re currently still quite ample; there’s no need to worry too much for now."

Fang Cheng nodded slightly after listening.

This large sum of money primarily came from the secret account of the Bloodthorn Mercenary Corps, as instructed by Shanks, and now it’s finally been laundered clean.

Apart from the cut taken by the underground money houses, most of it returned smoothly into our hands.

From now on, we don’t have to be as financially strapped as before.

After a brief thought, Fang Cheng proposed a suggestion:

"Any ends related to the funds must be cleanly dealt with, and absolutely no financial connections should be made with the Illuminati’s secret operations."

"As for the channels for procuring protective gear, maintain the relationships well. We’ll definitely have long-term dealings with them in the future."

"Okay, Brother Cheng, I know what to do."

Lin Chuqiao tucked a strand of hair behind her ear and continued with another topic:

"Also, the renovation project of the abandoned air-raid shelter at Jiangbei Textile Factory is now in its final stages; we should be able to move in officially by the end of the month."

"All three access points have been replaced with the most advanced explosion-proof alloy doors, equipped with dual biometric security of iris and palm print scans. The internal ventilation systems and backup generators have also been fully tested."

Fang Cheng put down his teacup and raised his eyes to ask:

"How about the customized training equipment I previously requested?"

Hearing this, Lin Chuqiao’s lips curled slightly:

"Of course, I didn’t forget. Everything has been strictly executed according to your instructions."

"I even took a special trip to a factory in Jiangbei that makes gantry cranes to procure large-tonnage hydraulic presses for resistance equipment."

"The design and manufacture are handled by a professional engineering machinery company. They used special steel to weld a high-strength gantry for you."

"As for the counterweights you need..."

She crossed her legs and paused her tone with a bit of helplessness:

"We directly transported fifty solid steel ingots from a nearby steel plant, each weighing two tons."

"That’s already the limit of what the cement flooring of the air-raid shelter can withstand. If it’s any heavier, not only would the gantry give way, the foundation would definitely crack."

"Additionally, there are two steel coils that can be used as barbells, each weighing twenty tons. Just moving them into the air-raid shelter ruined a forklift."

"Not bad."

Fang Cheng nodded in satisfaction after hearing this:

"I’ll go try a few sets of deep squats on it in a couple of days to see if the welding quality of the gantry meets standard."

Lin Chuqiao’s red lips tilted slightly, and she gave him a playful glance:

"You’d better control your strength a little, don’t get too carried away and wreck our brand-new gym that we just spent millions on remodeling."

If outsiders heard this, they might consider the two of them as insane.

But no one knew better than her what kind of monster was hidden in her man’s body.

Lin Chuqiao still remembers the workers’ look of sheer disbelief when those steel ingots and coils were moved into the air-raid shelter.

Using twenty-ton steel coils as barbells? A hydraulic gantry for resistance training? Is that still human?

In the end, she had to bluff her way through by saying it was a test for a new type of load-bearing equipment.

After joking, Lin Chuqiao concealed her smile and said seriously:

"Brother Cheng, I plan to use the Jiangbei air-raid shelter as a training base for our new recruits in the organization."

"Although the environment at Hidden Cloud Cottage is good, it is located in a scenic area with many tourists and passersby, so it’s really not convenient to conduct large-scale tactical training there."

Fang Cheng pondered for a moment and said:

"For now, we can proceed as you suggested, but the area of the air-raid shelter is still a bit small."

"Once the renovation project at West Mountain’s resort is completed, we can use Ancient Locust Village as another base for new members."

"That place is deep in the mountains, sufficiently secluded, allowing members to train freely without the fear of being disturbed by outsiders."

"Most importantly, the yin energy there is denser compared to other places, offering great benefits for mutant cultivation."

Upon hearing this, Lin Chuqiao’s eyes lit up.

She had previously heard Fang Cheng give a detailed account of the situation at Ancient Locust Village.

That place was once occupied by the King of Zombies, Jiang Chen, who has now been eliminated by Fang Cheng himself.

The entire village, along with the hidden Inner World beneath, has fallen under his control.

If it can truly be transformed into the secret base of the Illuminati, it would undoubtedly be a great boost to the organization’s growth.

Apart from perfectly hiding large-scale personnel and offering an excellent environment for cultivation in the Inner World,

the space fissure that leads to the Otherworld alone is invaluable.

Once the news leaks, even the Xia Country officials and those top noble families would be envious and do anything to seize it.

"This matter is of great importance; it must be kept strictly confidential until the renovation is fully completed."

After brief consideration, Lin Chuqiao said with a serious expression:

"In the next few months, I plan to focus my main efforts on Ancient Locust Village, personally overseeing the progress there and deploying a batch of elite forces to station."

Fang Cheng, seeing her serious work demeanor, gently advised:

"Some things can be delegated to subordinates; don’t overwork yourself, take care of your health."

Hearing the considerate words of her man, Lin Chuqiao’s eyebrows curved, and her tone softened a lot:

"This is the future foundation of our organization; I can’t entrust it to others. Besides, working for my own man, what’s there to overwork about."

Fang Cheng felt warmth in his heart.

With such a smart and capable partner managing the logistics, he indeed saved a lot of trouble and could focus more of his time on improving his skills.

Thinking of this, he leaned back against the chair, a gentle smile forming at the corners of his mouth as he reached out a hand to her:

"Haven’t seen each other for so many days, did you miss me?"

Lin Chuqiao glared at him playfully, her eyes brimming with allure:

"Does the great Chairman Fang still know how many days we’ve not met? I thought you had a new affair outside and forgot about both this company and me."

"Besides, what’s the use of missing you when I can’t see you all day..."

She playfully complained but moved decisively.

Standing up, she circled the desk and sat sideways on Fang Cheng’s solid thigh.

Her fair and soft arms wrapped around Fang Cheng’s neck; the faint Chanel perfume immediately filled the man’s nose.

Their gazes met, close enough to feel each other’s warm breath.

Lin Chuqiao slightly tilted her chin up, her lush red lips pressing forward.

Fang Cheng tightened the arm around her waist, lowering his head to capture her lips.

In the quiet office, only the sound of their intertwined kisses remained.

Moments later, their lips parted.

Lin Chuqiao’s chest rose and fell slightly as she caught her breath.

Resting her head on Fang Cheng’s broad chest, her cheeks were tinged with an alluring blush.

Her eyes were dreamy, lashes fluttering lightly, seemingly still savoring the lingering taste of their intimate moment.

The office was silent, with only the sound of breathing particularly clear.

Fang Cheng embraced his beloved, breaking the quiet atmosphere:

"Chuqiao, how are Old Wolf, Lord Bao, and the others who recently joined the organization doing lately?"

Lin Chuqiao turned her face a bit, replying in a sweet voice:

"Old Wolf and Xiao Bei have recently been on duty with Big Hammer’s team, taking turns guarding the base and Wanghu Town, working steadily."

"As for Lord Bao and the others, they just received a mission the day before yesterday. The Professor sent them out to specifically gather intelligence on Noah Organization and the Xiao Family’s recent movements."

Hearing this, Fang Cheng nodded slightly:

"The Professor is always decisive in using people."

Lin Chuqiao smiled radiantly, looking up at his handsome profile:

"Of course, with a powerful Chairman like you at the helm, everyone has confidence when doing things."

Just as the two were talking, a sudden ringing tone broke the silence in the office.

Fang Cheng picked up the vibrating phone on the table, glanced at the unfamiliar number on the screen, then pressed to answer.

Lin Chuqiao quietly leaned against his chest, listening intently.

The voice of an older man came through the phone.

Faintly, terms like "Golden City Resort," "Thanks," "Looking forward to cooperation" could be heard.

The call was short, with Fang Cheng responding briefly before hanging up.

"Who was it? Any urgent matter?"

Lin Chuqiao asked curiously.

Fang Cheng placed the phone back on the desk and said calmly:

"The Chairman of the East City Association, Shen Wei."