Song Qiao's side.
The three of them left the Century Hotel.
Song Qiao and Gao Meng naturally had to return to the old Gao family residence.
However, what Song Qiao didn't expect was that Li Bingqing would also be going back with them.
Seeing Song Qiao's confusion,
Li Bingqing looked at him with a plaintive gaze, "It's all your fault, you troublemaker. Where else can I go now? Nowhere is safe. Only by staying with you, a great master, can I not worry about others' revenge..."
As she spoke, her expression grew more helpless and dejected, exuding an aura of vulnerability.
"If you miss me, you don't need to worry about the Zheng family's revenge once you leave the hotel. After all, they would come after me first for something like this."
Li Bingqing's eyes welled up with tears, "Who can say for sure about such things? What if? I still feel more secure staying by your side."
Song Qiao shook his head helplessly, "Alright then, you can follow me. Who told me I'm a softie? But you could be more professional next time, yes, purse your lips a little lower, and don't twist your fingers so hard. It's too fake now, it breaks the immersion."
Song Qiao's words left Li Bingqing speechless.
Gao Meng, however, burst into laughter.
"You're not thinking of just going back with me like this, are you? If you want my protection, to eat and drink my fill, you have to pay some price, right?"
"What price?"
"What do you think?" Song Qiao tilted his head to look at Li Bingqing, his eyes full of playful amusement.
Li Bingqing instantly understood his meaning, and her face flushed crimson.
She shot Song Qiao a glare.
That glare was filled with alluring charm.
At this moment, Gao Meng, sitting in the back seat, was displeased, "Hey, you two, that's enough! I'm still here! I'm just a child!"
"You're not little anymore, it's time to be sensible..." Song Qiao said slowly.
Gao Meng was choked with anger.
Li Bingqing covered her mouth and chuckled.
Upon returning to the old residence, Gao Meng felt even more at ease.
This was her home, the place where she truly felt safe.
Song Qiao asked Gao Meng, "Now that Gao Run has been dealt with, the revenge is only partially complete. What do you plan to do next?"
Gao Meng seemed a bit lost.
She was still just a young girl, after all.
Although she had been tempered by this series of events, in reality, her life for the past decade or so had been relatively smooth.
She had come back to Modu to seek revenge on the Gao family, but she hadn't really thought about how to go about it.
After all, the Gao family was a prominent clan, and the familial relationships were quite complex.
If it hadn't been for the opportune moment when Gao Run dared to send people to dig up her father's grave, she wouldn't have directly confronted Gao Run for revenge.
As for the other members of the Gao family, although she harbored resentment, she didn't know how to treat each individual.
After all, not everyone had directly wronged or bullied her; some were merely indifferent, and some had even offered her small favors.
Therefore, when Song Qiao asked this, she felt a sense of bewilderment and helplessness.
Seeing this, Song Qiao knew that this was indeed not easy for her.
Even an adult would find it difficult to handle such a situation.
Let alone such a young girl.
So, he said softly, "Don't rush, take your time. There's still time, and we can offer you advice."
Upon hearing this, Gao Meng immediately brightened up, feeling much more relaxed, "That's right! I'm not alone. I have you. Master, you will help me, won't you?"
She had a smile on her face, full of anticipation.
"Of course, I'll help you. If I don't help you, who will!" Song Qiao looked at her now, a doting smile on his face.
"However, it should still be up to you. You need to think about what you want to achieve. I can at most help you identify gaps and fill them," Song Qiao added.
Although Gao Meng was still young, she was destined to inherit the Gao family's business.
And becoming such a leader was not easy; she had to start cultivating from now on.
The most important thing was her own judgment, that is, she had her own ideas and wouldn't become his mouthpiece.
Gao Meng, of course, didn't know his thoughts. Hearing this, a frown reappeared on her face.
At this moment, Li Bingqing, who had been standing by the side with a frosty expression, spoke up, "Don't worry about the minute details for now. You need to first think about the bigger picture, the most significant aspects. For example, first determine your ultimate goal."
Hearing Li Bingqing speak so abruptly, Gao Meng hadn't quite reacted.
This woman was actually willing to speak up?
Heh, another woman conquered by Master.
However, after a brief moment of surprise, she focused her mind on what Li Bingqing had said.
It seemed that what Li Bingqing said made some sense.
Right, what was her goal? Revenge!
But revenge alone was indeed too vague.
Before she could ponder further, Li Bingqing continued,
"Then, break down the goal. For example, divide the Gao family into two parts, including people and assets. Then, targeting them, think about what you want to achieve, and then consider how to go about it for those goals..."
Gao Meng nodded, a hint of realization dawning on her face.
It was indeed like this.
Although she had only spoken briefly, Gao Meng felt her mind clearing up considerably.
At least she had a direction.
"Then comes the execution time. I suggest you wait until Old Master Gao passes away and then obtain the family fortune. Of course, it won't be easy to truly obtain the family fortune. However, there are solutions. A simple one is to join forces with the Xu family, obtain the assets, and then demote the Gao family from a quasi-first-tier family to second or even third tier."
Li Bingqing explained, seeing Gao Meng's slightly confused expression, "Once you take the assets, you will definitely incur the resentment of many people in the Gao family. If you don't act decisively, then..."
Gao Meng nodded repeatedly. Indeed, the logic behind this was quite sound.
"Alright, stop talking now, you're saying too much," Song Qiao suddenly interrupted Li Bingqing.
Li Bingqing pouted in dissatisfaction.
Song Qiao ignored her thoughts and said to Gao Meng, "Don't just listen to her. You need to think for yourself first. This is for your training."
Gao Meng met Song Qiao's eyes, understanding his intentions, "Yes, Master, I understand."
However, she still nodded at Li Bingqing, "Thank you for providing me with ideas!"
She knew that she truly needed to plan carefully.
Song Qiao glanced at Li Bingqing, saying nothing more.
In his heart, he thought that Li Bingqing was indeed talented. In just a few words, she had devised a strategy for dealing with a large family like the Gao family, and it was a highly feasible strategy. She was truly cunning.
He just wondered if this woman had already planned how to take revenge on him.
Of course, thinking about it, she must have ideas, and even strategies. Perhaps she had already taken action.
However, he didn't feel much worry.
If she really acted, he would play along with her.
Li Bingqing suddenly changed the topic and said to Song Qiao, "I think you need to seriously consider the assessment. Su Fan definitely won't let you off!"
Now, many people were watching the assessment, especially Song Qiao, who would become the focus of attention.
Once Song Qiao failed the assessment, all the people he had offended would eagerly attack him.
Song Qiao, however, remained calm and composed, "Don't worry, I said I'd knock out Su Fan's teeth, and I will. I mean what I say!"