Miss Beautiful C.E.O and her system

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Gu Yi nodded, agreeing with her junior's statement. Her vision wasn't comparable to Ling Qingyu's. It was broader and higher.

Her position allowed her to perceive the unthinkable and achieve enlightenment. Ling Qingyu's words caused fluctuations in her heart.

The battle of interest, the battle of ideals, and lastly, the battle of faith. How long had they been talking to reach a philosophical state? Gu Yi laughed inwardly, helpless at Ling Qingyu's charisma.

Although Ling Qingyu's monologue seemed dull, Gu Yi understood this girl was doing it on purpose, particularly confiding a few secrets.

She knew Ling Qingyu willingly exposed her weakness to strengthen the bond between them for future cooperation.

Likewise, in politics, to join a faction, everyone shared their live handles to interlock the fragile trust.

This was also the reason why officials appeared corrupt. The higher the hierarchy, the more noticeable it was.

Of course, not everyone went down a debauched road. A righteous few with clean hands existed in the world. In black and white, neither outlasted the other and won entirely.

Yin and yang. Among the yin, a small yang was born. The opposite remained true. The world always stayed in balance.

"Seems like Meng Han's opponents aren't easy," commented Gu Yi.

"Hah, I was about to talk about this issue. An enemy of my enemy is my friend." Ling Qingyu clicked her tongue. "It's better when you meet a like-minded partner to accompany you."

"Interesting? Is it the same one who tried to kill you?" Gu Yi leaned close.

"No," Ling Qingyu sneered. "But similar birds flock together. It's a peripheral member destroying the lady's business. I don't mind healthy competition, yet to target the … never mind … Why am I behaving like a clean freak when I'm not much different from these bastards?" Ling Qingyu exhaled heavily and rubbed her forehead.

"You're different, my dear," Gu Yi said. "The power you hold, the ambition that burns inside you; the sole ultimate humanist deep in your bones and your strategy. I see you're nothing like what you described."

"Hmm, I guess." Ling Qingyu scratched the back of her head sheepishly. She never expected her future mother-in-law to praise her so much. "Thanks, Mom… @v@"

"Look, as long as your heart stands strong and you believe what you do is right, that's all that matters," Gu Yi added. "I'm sure you already understood my meaning before I stated it. It's just you thought you needed affirmation subconsciously. You don't, dear. You'll figure it out very soon."

"Alright, let's not mention this topic, Mother." Ling Qingyu shrugged.

"Then, when are you going to deal with the Qin family?"

"I don't know. I'll inform you when I act. It might take a year or two at the shortest. The longest would be when you plan to run for presidency."

Gu Yi stared into Ling Qingyu's eyes before moving away. It was scary for a person to endure her anger and lust for vengeance. The stronger the self-discipline and control, the more terrifying the power buried underneath.

Having seen Ling Qingyu's hidden methods, Gu Yi knew numerous underhanded means were enough to kill that arrogant tyrant multiple times.

Similar treatments like assassination and accidents weren't new. Even if people suspected her, nobody in the upper echelon could say much when they realized Ling Qingyu returned the same gift.

Perhaps Yang Qingyue's relationship might have soothed Ling Qingyu's original plan, Gu Yi thought. Love really changed everything.

However, as a result, Ling Qingyu now targeted the entire family instead of a single figure—the behemoth that suppressed nearly the whole nation with one hand.

Should she already be considered an accomplice long before the revenge began? Gu Yi thought humorously.

"Just tell me when you start. I don't want to be in the dark," Gu Yi muttered.

"Of course not," Ling Qingyu replied. "In fact, you might not need to act at all and pretend in my future playwright. By the time I'm prepared, everything should be settled. The most you'd help with would be indirect actions."

"Haha, so do I have to express gratitude because my hands aren't stained?"

"I can, you can't," Ling Qingyu said no more.

"That's disheartening. I thought I'd roll on for an adventure."

Ling Qingyu spread her hands to express her helplessness. In fact, the original plan was to turn the Qin family upside down once she gained the necessary foundation and strength.

She intended to seek Gu Yi's help to facilitate her case. Although she told her future mother-in-law that she required no help, the scenario was impossible.

Gu Yi had to intervene in some way, albeit covertly, to uphold her reputation and prevent others from attacking politically.

The current discussion was planned in the future when she would admit her affair with Yang Qingyue.

Who would have guessed that Gu Yi discovered their honeymoon phase? Plans couldn't keep up with the change.

Ling Qingyu lamented this and received Gu Yi's joyful laughter and felt strange. Asking a question, she received a simple answer.

Gu Yi confessed: "It's my greatest fortune to stumble upon you two. How would I ever know you? But keep in mind, though I give permission, you still need to conquer the Yang family."

"Hmph, when I have the strength to overthrow the Qin family, do I need to care about them?" Ling Qingyu folded her arms and retorted with arrogance.

Gu Yi smiled and didn't mind Ling Qingyu's manner. She knew this girl was pretending. Of course, her words contained some truth.

Nonetheless, both were aware that it was in their best interest to have the Yang family's good side if Ling Qingyu desired to attack the Qin family.

The two changed the topic and discussed the investment in chip production of 7 nm. Ling Qingyu implicitly delved into the fact that she had more advanced technology but didn't wish to give it away.

For her decision, Gu Yi understood. After all, chip manufacturing offered lucrative wealth and power. Every powerful party sought to fight for the cake.

Even with her status along with the Yang family's help, Gu Yi wasn't confident she could withstand surrounding strikes.

The top family of the capital and ministerial positions couldn't stop or deter the coming greed. Hardcore wasn't in Ling Qingyu's and Gu Yi's interest; compromise was necessary.

Sometimes, Ling Qingyu had ideas about moving overseas and developing her industry outside of official control, regarding strict and important technologies.

Unlike others who needed funding to continue development, Ling Qingyu could venture singlehandedly. She had money and could find talents.

Resources were easy to handle if she cooperated with weaker nations, utilizing her advantages because the latter were keen on attracting foreign investment like hers.

Not to mention, weaker nations might have uncovered mineral mines and available resources to fit her demands.

For instance, if she were to develop similar chip technologies, the difficulties faced would be minimal despite potential backlash in international diplomacy.

Actually, the real reason Ling Qingyu developed chip technology was to lift Country C's technological level. She wanted to return something to the country.

Her passion dissipated when it was not reciprocated. Anyway, why must she stick around if she could achieve one elsewhere, if not for her loved one willing to reside here?

Comforting herself by paying a small price for a bigger gain in the future, Ling Qingyu didn't mind her substantial loss in wealth. When her own cake was divided so much for no reason and without proper effort, Ling Qingyu wasn't wrong to resent a little.

As an experienced elder and political master, Gu Yi saw through Ling Qingyu's state. She wasn't one of those hypocrites who always preached about patriotism.

People could sacrifice for a greater good, but why must they be morally kidnapped, especially in the name of national interest, while dark hands manipulated to gain self-benefits?

Fortunately, Ling Qingyu wasn't disheartened too much by the possible losses. Gu Yi had no face to request her soon-to-be daughter-in-law to unveil her possession.

In contrast to Yang Qingyue, Ling Qingyu had no patriotic values. Strangely, this was the first time Gu Yi sensed an oddness.

At least, people had patriotism to some extent, even if the level was too low. Otherwise, they were likely to betray because of benefits. The latter referred to the opposite spectrum.

However, Gu Yi had never seen a person like Ling Qingyu, who simply paid no heed. Ling Qingyu's type was impossible for betrayal or contribution to national security.

Ling Qingyu tended to concentrate on a bigger value than being stuck on one nation—humanism.

How would Gu Yi understand Ling Qingyu's capability? Since Athena appeared, Ling Qingyu already realized she was never destined to be limited to a single nation.

Any technologies from the secret labs would erupt an ultra-earthquake, including the small innovations that Tang Ziyi and Athena tweaked.

When she sought more professionals, it was only a matter of time before futuristic products and technologies belonged to her.

She could help as much as she wanted, but she would never lift the nation to the height that Country C overwhelmed the entire world.

With strength came ambition, and consequently, a war for supremacy and subjugation of other countries could happen.

Hence, Ling Qingyu would never break the original fragile balance when unnecessary. Not to mention, her ambition meant a different future.

…

Gu Yi liked to unearth Ling Qingyu's inner channel. Her curiosity thrived, but everyone had secrets, and it was impolite to inquire directly.

Honestly, Ling Qingyu valued self-interest above all. There was no doubt. Her actions and plans proved everything.

As for the hidden technologies of Ling Qingyu, Gu Yi had no face to ask further.

Possibly, when she secured the chair, Ling Qingyu would have contributed more because the gains were much higher by then.

Well, there was no need to worry more, Gu Yi's lip curled up and expressed warmth.