C10 A Grade S Scientific Research Talent!

Lin Jiadong hung his head low, enduring Ms. Zhao's berating and blows, a trace of humiliation flickering in his eyes.

"Ms. Zhao, I realize my mistake."

Ms. Zhao observed Lin Jiadong's demeanour, arms crossed, and let out a cold, mocking laugh.

"Remember this—if you want my money, you need to obey!"

"You'll do whatever I tell you to do!"

Lin Jiadong remained rooted to the spot, head bowed, fists clenched tightly.

Ms. Zhao's words struck him like a barrage of arrows, wounding his heart deeply.

Yet, Lin Jiadong couldn't bring himself to talk back.

After all, it was she who had provided him with money.

This confrontation outside the lingerie store drew the attention of passersby on the commercial street.

They watched Lin Jiadong and Ms. Zhao, murmuring to each other.

"This woman is outrageously bold!"

"Do you know who her significant other is? The head of Tianqi Group: Dong Tianqi!"

"Dong Tianqi? The top real estate tycoon in Binhai?"

"No wonder she's so brazen!"

"It seems this guy is her kept Bai face, huh? Dong Tianqi doesn't mind?"

"Exactly, the Dong family's affairs are public knowledge!"

Shen Hao, standing among the onlookers, listened to their comments and quickly grasped the situation.

As he debated whether to intervene, the system's voice echoed in his mind.

"Random quest: A helpless, pitiful person!"

"You've witnessed a person on the brink of downfall, please make your choice!"

"Option 1: It's none of your business. The reward is 100 million Yuan and property rights to half the shops on Florence Commercial Street!"

"Option 2: Assist Lin Jiadong. The reward is the allegiance of the grade S scientific researcher Lin Jiadong and evidence of Tianqi Group's criminal activities!"

After a moment's thought, Shen Hao decisively chose the second option.

What's most valuable in the 21st century? Talent!

"Lin Jiadong? We meet again!"

As Lin Jiadong was about to follow Ms. Zhao into the store, a voice made him halt.

"Are you Shen Hao?"

Lin Jiadong looked up at Shen Hao, recalling their previous encounter when he had asked for directions.

Shen Hao gave a slight nod before casting a cold glance at Ms. Zhao.

"Lin, who is she?"

Lin Jiadong instinctively turned to Ms. Zhao, his voice tinged with panic, "She is my..."

"I'm his girlfriend!"

Ms. Zhao strode over to Lin Jiadong's side and clutched his arm.

"Girlfriend..."

Upon hearing this, Shen Hao let out a soft chuckle. "Lin, you certainly have a unique taste!"

As soon as Shen Hao finished speaking, Lin Jiadong's face turned ashen, and he bowed his head in silence.

Ms. Zhao frowned at Shen Hao, her tone sharp, "And who might you be? Daring to meddle in my affairs?"

A smirk played on Shen Hao's lips as he responded, "I'm a friend Lin Jiadong just made!"

Lin Jiadong, who had been silent, suddenly looked up at Shen Hao with an expression of astonishment.

He hadn't expected Shen Hao not only to refrain from looking down on him but to even declare himself as a friend!

"Shen Hao, you..."

Lin Jiadong began, attempting to intervene.

He was aware that Ms. Zhao was a person of considerable power and influence.

Shen Hao discerned Lin Jiadong's intent and gestured with his hand, cutting him off.

"Lin, some mistakes, once made, are irreversible!"

"You still have time to turn things around!"

Shen Hao's words struck Lin Jiadong like a sledgehammer, reverberating through his mind.

"I..."

Conflict played across Lin Jiadong's face – torn between his pride as a man and the complications that money brought.

Seeing Lin Jiadong's hesitation, Ms. Zhao grew visibly anxious.

"Lin Jiadong, think it through!"

"Without me, where will you find the money for your mother's hospital surgery?"

At her words, Lin Jiadong shuddered, a look of agony spreading across his features.

The image of his mother in pain on her hospital bed caused Lin Jiadong's resolve to falter once more.

Noticing his distress, Shen Hao's brow furrowed, and he spoke with gravity, "Lin Jiadong, if your mother knew the source of this money, what do you think she would feel?"

At that, Lin Jiadong froze, his steps faltering as he stumbled backward.

"No, I can't do this!"

Lin Jiadong snapped out of his confusion and looked at Ms. Zhao with determination. "Ms. Zhao, I can't accept your money!"

"I absolutely refuse to compromise my dignity for money!"

With that, Lin Jiadong pulled away from her.

"Lin Jiadong!"

Ms. Zhao was seething with anger.

Lin Jiadong approached Shen Hao and bowed deeply.

"Mr. Shen, thank you for enlightening me. Otherwise, I would have made a mistake I'd regret for the rest of my life!"

"Random mission completed. Reward distribution in progress..."

"Host, please select the delivery location for the Tianqi Group's incriminating evidence."

Shen Hao pondered briefly and then mentally instructed, "Send it to my phone as an electronic document."

"Data transfer complete. Please check your device, Host."

Shen Hao's phone vibrated, revealing the Tianqi Group's criminal evidence.

"Lin Jiadong, and you!"

Ms. Zhao stood on the lingerie store's steps, angrily pointing at Shen Hao.

"I will make sure you pay for this!"

She pulled out her phone and called Dong Tianqi.

"Hello, husband, I'm being bullied!"

"I don't care about anything else; you must help me with this!"

"Yes! Deal with him harshly!"

"I want to make sure he never recovers from this!"

Ms. Zhao ended the call and gave Shen Hao a chilling look.

"Your name is Shen Hao? Just wait, your downfall is imminent!"

Onlookers turned to Shen Hao with expressions of pity.

Tianqi Group was Binhai's largest real estate firm, wielding significant influence in both business and political circles!

Having crossed Tianqi Group, he was indeed in deep trouble!

"What a shame!"

"He should have minded his own business!"

"Exactly, he must be regretting it now!"

"Shen Hao is done for. Let's just watch the drama unfold!"

The crowd's murmurs made Lin Jiadong's face pale.

"Mr. Shen, I'm sorry!"

"I had no idea things would get this out of hand!"

"You should leave quickly. I'll try pleading with Ms. Zhao; perhaps she'll let you off the hook."

Shen Hao's face remained impassive, showing no concern for the threats from Tianqi Group.

"Lin, don't be concerned!"