Online Game: Three Kingdoms Era

  Wang Yue came down and it was already time for dinner. Although Wang Yue and I are about to join the ranks of the rich, we are still poor for now, so Ye Chuan took Wang Yue and our family of three out for another meal. Because Wang Yue had to go back at night, we didn't drink much. I didn't play games all afternoon, and I still had to go online at night, so I didn't drink much either. It was always just my dad accompanying Ye Chuan in drinking. Fortunately, neither of them got drunk until the end.

  Cheng Nai Rong's private car had been waiting to pick up Wang Yue, after dinner the driver first sent my parents back and then came back to take us three to the airport.

  The special plane that picked up Wang Yue was still there, and the big shots had been waiting for a while. They had just finished negotiating with the game operator and successfully signed the contract, so they were excited to come over and see him off. Originally, the timing was all worked out, and no one needed to wait for anyone else, but we got stuck in traffic on the way, so we had to let them wait a bit.

  A farewell ceremony was held at the airport. Not only Wang Yue, but also other bosses who came by special plane to see him off. Of course, this time there is finally a boss who can return with Wang Yue on the same special plane. Because they are in the same city anyway.

  I, Yue Chuan and Cheng Nai Rong, as the hosts of this city, waited until everyone got on the plane before we left.

  Because I wanted to continue playing games, Cheng Nai Rong first sent me home and then continued to send Yue Chuan.

  After returning, I didn't go online immediately. Several hours passed again, and I had to enter the forum to take a look. After all, the company was established, and there should be some reaction among players.

  I saw on the forum that after the company was established, the first reaction of players is to worry that various consortia will use Zhang Haogu and Zhuge Zhan to achieve the purpose of CAO controlling the game. It's no wonder they're worried, because the system freezing Zhang Haogu and Zhuge Zhan has given these two a continued advantage over other players. Zhang Haogu's 20 cities plus Zhuge Zhan's 10 cities add up to 30 cities, which is also the number of cities previously given out by the system.

  Of course, players can also build cities in other states, but currently, the players who have the ability to build cities, except for these two who have already "colluded" with the major financial groups, basically do not exist yet. It is unknown when they will be able to acquire the ability to build cities. After Zhang Haogu's imperial power is restored, he will become a puppet of the major financial groups from then on, and the players' doomsday will arrive at that time.

  No mistake, previously Zhang Hao Gu's actions were still acceptable to everyone, but this time is different from the past. When morality and money clash, in the end, it is destined that money will win.

  Generally speaking, this player's post is still reasonable. If I hadn't experienced so many strange encounters and become a beneficiary as a result, and if I weren't so close to the major financial groups now, I would also have similar thoughts. It's even possible that I wouldn't play this game anymore.

  This also makes me a bit bewildered, will I really become the "puppet" of various financial groups in the future? If they want me to do things according to their wishes at that time, what can I do? After all, being a cheap chairman is a bit embarrassing.

  But since the contract has been signed, it is shares that have gone through valuation according to legal procedures. Currently, I and Yuechuan and Wangyue together hold 40% of the shares, and as the chairman of the board, I am still justified and confident. Moreover, if they want to control me, now is the best opportunity while my wings are not yet fully grown, but none of them have done so, why would they do so in the future?

  I think everyone is after wealth, and may not care about the little benefits in the game. If people who do big things are stuck on trivial matters, the major financial groups would not have become powerful forces either.

  But anyway, new trouble has arisen. Even after the news of our company's cooperation with the operator just came out, many players think that the game company and the consortium are colluding together.

  Although I feel settled in all aspects at present, I still have a lingering sense of unease.

  Upon entering the game, I first built a gate in front of the Imperial Palace and hung up a sign that read "Zhang Haogu Fourth Industry Co., Ltd." and dispatched 2,000 soldiers to protect the passageway between the birthplace and the Imperial Palace. At the same time, I issued a proclamation stipulating that PK was not allowed between the rebirth land and the Imperial Palace. This proclamation was made using the city lord announcement function. In other words, players who violate this rule will be severely punished. Fortunately, after Tai'an City was upgraded to a city, there were already enough places for PK, so players wouldn't particularly care about this rule.

  Just five minutes after finishing, someone has already come into the palace.

  It was Cheng Zong, accompanied by a female player. They had entered the game to familiarize themselves with the environment.

  Cheng Zong hasn't introduced me to this girl yet, and I'm already shocked. It's really a small world, the dream lover who made me indulge in self-abasement in college is here again.

  Cheng Zongdao said: "Director Zhang, this is the female secretary we've assigned to you - Hua Ling."

  Hua Ling interrupted Cheng Zong: "Cheng Zong, sorry, I didn't tell you that I've known Director Zhang for a long time."

  Cheng looked at us ambiguously: "Oh?"

  I took a serious look at Hualing for two seconds, because Cheng Zong was here, and then shifted my gaze away, saying to Cheng Zong: "We were in the same grade in college, and we were very familiar with each other back then."

  "Ah", Cheng Zong said with a smile: "Old classmates meet again, I'm a bit like a light bulb, haha."

  "I hastily said: 'General Cheng, I'm afraid you're laughing at me. I think General Cheng's visit is not just about getting familiar with the environment, right?'"

  Cheng Zongdao said: "Hehe, you must have also gone to the forum just now."

  I nodded and said, "That's right. I'm feeling a bit stifled now."

  Cheng patted my shoulder: "Hao Gu, if you don't mind, from now on just call me Big Brother. To be honest with you, not only are you feeling frustrated, but even I, a seasoned veteran like myself, also feel frustrated. However, your frustration might be because of unfulfilled desires in your heart. As for me, I have what I want in my heart, yet I still feel frustrated - a kind of habitual frustration."

  It was then that I realized the two of them were still standing and hastily invited them to sit down.

  "Big brother, you continue speaking."

  "When doing business, you must fire the first shot, but after firing, it will definitely make people jealous. So this period of time is a subtle time. In fact, everyone is suspicious, but also kind-hearted. Handle it well and it will pass."

  I nodded: "Big brother said so, I also have a number in my heart."

  Cheng Zong said, "Actually, you handled it very well earlier. I came today to tell you something else. Although we've all been through many battles, the one in charge is you, and we will never drag your feet. You can rest assured and do what you need to do. As long as you don't unjustifiably go against Qian's wishes, we'll all support you to the end."

  I nodded again: "This way I can rest assured. However, sometimes when doing things, it's hard to tell if there's any underlying reason."

  Cheng Zong burst out laughing: "I knew you were still worried. Don't worry, in the game, we won't interfere with your development. As long as you keep your current mindset, we have no objections. In terms of company management, our appointed general manager will work happily with Mr. Yue. At the same time, we also welcome the chairman to visit often. You just need to remember one thing: although in the entire company, many things must be discussed and done according to the charter, in the game, you are absolutely the one who calls the shots. After all, you are the emperor, and we are your subjects, haha."

  I finally understood what Zhang Zong meant, and I also figured out another purpose of his visit tonight. It seems that Zhang Zong's mix-up until today still has its own reason. Cooperating with such a person is indeed relaxing.

  "Alright, big brother, I'm completely at ease now. Although it's my first time doing business, I won't let you guys look down on me either. So, the business matters in the game will be fully handled by Hua Ling, and we also welcome all of you bosses to come and give us guidance anytime. Hua Ling, when the time comes, gather the necessary personnel and work in the Hangong Palace."

  "Brother, I knew you're awesome. You arrange things more smoothly than me. Alright, our company still has stuff to deal with, so I'll log off first. I'll keep an eye on your new company from time to time. Now, I won't disturb your little world of two."

  Hualing smiled beside me, neither confirming nor denying. I shook my head repeatedly. Obviously he also saw with his own eyes that I went to find my junior sister this afternoon, isn't this clearly suspecting my character?

  It seems that with these old bosses, sometimes it's better to keep some distance.

  He was stunned, and Cheng Zong had already disappeared from the imperial carriage.

  At this time, Hua Ling looked at me lightly and said: "All these years, how have you been?"

  I smiled slightly: "Can't you forget old grudges? From now on, we'll be interacting with each other every day."

  Hualing's face turned red: "Sorry, the company just started operating, I shouldn't have said these things."

  Seeing her like this, I felt a bit uneasy: "I didn't mean to, Hualing. But from now on, we might both be busy. By the way, let me arrange an office for you first."

  I led Hua Ling into the main hall of the imperial palace, which I had originally asked Zhuge Dan to design in the style of an office.

  I said to Hualing, "From now on, this will be your office."

  Hua Ling said quietly: "From now on, I will become a lonely and cold palace concubine."

  "After saying that, he suddenly smiled again: 'I was just kidding, Director Zhang.'"

  Zhang Dong - these two words make me feel a pang in my heart.