Beauty and the Bodyguard

Chapter 11249: Chapter 11247: The Battle of the Three Kingdoms!

Li Zhu Long was surprised.

He could roughly guess what Lin Yi was going to talk to him about. This was a big deal, and he didn’t even dare to tell the higher-ups of the family. Lin Yi actually let a maid listen?

As for Lin Yi’s use of Cheng Shuang ‘er, he didn’t think much of it.

The only explanation was that Lin Yi had taken a liking to this maid and was preparing to take her in.

Little did she know that Lin Yi was telling the truth.

Cheng Shuang ‘er’s previous performance had already proven that she was unusual. It was enough to prove that the Sinan Ring’s evaluation of her was not a low-level bug.

In other words, this woman was destined to be on the same level as Qin Wang in the future!

It would be a waste to use such a talented person to manage a Rules Design Institute.

With Lin Yi’s personality, he wouldn’t hesitate to make use of them. Since he chose to use them, he would definitely make use of them to the best of his abilities.

Moreover, he was currently lacking manpower.

If Cheng Shuang ‘er could really grow up quickly, Lin Yi wouldn’t be stingy with giving her a platform and opportunities.

As for how far she could go in the end, that would depend on her own luck.

The three of them entered the study.

Li Zhulong personally brewed a pot of treasured spirit tea and poured a cup for Lin Yi. On account of Lin Yi, he poured another cup for Cheng Shuang ‘er, making her feel flattered.

The difference in status between them was like the difference between heaven and earth. Even in her dreams, she did not dare to expect such treatment.

Cheng Shuang ‘er glanced at Lin Yi gratefully.

All of this was brought to her by Lin Yi.

“The tea is not bad. Master Li is indeed a person with good taste.”

Lin Yi took a sip, and his next sentence shocked Li Zhulong.” Now that the position of tutor is vacant, I wonder if Master Li is interested?”

“..”

Li Zhu Long was dumbstruck, muttering,” Manager Lin isn’t joking, is he?”

Although he already had some guesses about this, no matter how bold he was, he only wanted to operate it and get a share of the pie. He did not dare to dream of the position of Grand Tutor!

She didn’t expect Lin Yi to be so shocking.

Cheng Shuang ‘er subconsciously covered her mouth, but her eyes immediately lit up.

Lin Yi saw everything and understood.

Perhaps even Cheng Shuang ‘er herself did not realize that she was far more invested and excited than ordinary girls when it came to matters related to the struggle for power at the top.

Lin Yi didn’t answer, drinking his tea as they digested the shock in their hearts.

After a moment, Li Zhu Long finally came back to his senses. He smiled bitterly and apologized.” I have lost my composure. I have embarrassed myself in front of Manager Lin.”

Lin Yi put down his teacup and smiled.” Master Li must think that I’m exaggerating. Don’t deny it. If it were me, I would think that it’s a fantasy too.”

“After all, I’m just the head of the Safety Inspection Department. What right do I have to interfere with the appointment of personnel at the level of the three dukes, right?”

Li Zhu Long said seriously,” I won’t hide this from Manager Lin. If it was someone else who said this, I wouldn’t have believed it. But since it came from Manager Lin’s mouth, I have no choice but to believe it. After all, you were the one who personally pulled Xiao Mang down from the position of Grand Tutor.”

” In addition to the emperor’s trust in you, Manager Lin really has the right to speak on this matter.”

Lin Yi nodded,”Master Li is indeed a smart person. It’s much easier to talk to someone who understands.”.

“But forgive me for being blunt, but why would Manager Lin take a fancy to me?” Li Zhu Long asked doubtfully.

Although after the previous incident, they already had a mutual interest relationship and could barely be considered as a community of interests.

But the problem was that there was an unhappy past.

“I told you, Master Li is a smart person,” Lin Yi replied seriously.

“It’s my honor to be able to enter Manager Lin’s eyes.” Li Zhu Long was speechless.

He naturally understood what the person meant.

The so-called wise person was someone who knew his position at all times. He was able to weigh the pros and cons and make the wisest choice at any time. He would not ruin his own good situation because of a little emotion.

Combined with his previous performance, at least on this point, Li Zhulong was worthy of Lin Yi’s evaluation.

This was the main reason why Lin Yi chose him.

There were smart people everywhere in this world, but there were very few who truly understood.

“House Li of Fengtian House has many years of history, including you, Master Li. You’ve been an official in the imperial court for generations. If I remember correctly, you’ve been an official in the young master’s house before?” Lin Yi continued.

The Shao Fu was in charge of finance and was one of the most powerful positions under the three dukes.

Li Zhu Long smiled bitterly.” That was many years ago. After the rise of King Qin’s Mansion, I could only stand aside as a young master.”

Speaking of which, he was also an old minister of the previous dynasty and was highly regarded by the previous emperor.

The Li family of Fengtian Prefecture could have today’s foundation because of his position as the young governor.

Unfortunately, in front of the power of King Qin’s Mansion, even the Li family of Fengtian Prefecture could only stand aside obediently.

After all, Prince Qin’s Mansion would never give up such a crucial position to anyone else.

Lin Yi nodded.” Since you have the qualifications and Tian Zi’s support, you’re qualified to join the competition for the position of the tutor. You have a chance to win. I wonder if you’re interested?”

Li Zhu Long’s heart skipped a beat.

What did he mean by interested? He was too interested!

Even though the Li Family of Fengtian Manor was still a top force and ranked first below the Seven Great Mansions, compared to when he was in charge of the Shao Mansion, the overall reputation was still a lot weaker.

If he could sit on the position of Grand Tutor, it would be a huge boost to the Li family of Fengtian Prefecture.

In the future, as long as the operation was done well, the entire family could completely rise to a higher level and achieve an unprecedented grand occasion!

This was his lifelong wish.

However, although he was tempted, Li Zhu Long did not lose his rationality. He hesitated and said,” As far as I know, the position of the three dukes requires the seven kings to jointly discuss and elect. If the seven kings cannot agree, even with the support of the Son of Heaven, I’m afraid the hope is slim, right?”

Lin Yi looked at him.” The minority will obey the majority. We don’t need the seven kings to support us. We just need more than half of them. Don’t you have confidence?”

Li Zhulong calculated for a moment, and then his eyes lit up.

He knew the relationship between Lin Yi and Zhao Wang better than anyone else. They had a common interest, and they were on the same side.

He had heard about Lin Yi’s relationship with the other seven kings.

Don’t forget, the Fengtian Prefecture’s Li family was not easy to deal with. They had many interests with the seven kings ‘mansions.