Luo Ziling knew that Dragon Rise had already taken action against this organization before, but it was unsuccessful.
In that operation, Dragon Rise paid a certain price and eliminated several members of the opposing side, but their main members still managed to escape.
After the operation, the other side launched a frenzied revenge, kidnapping or killing multiple Huaxia people.
Hence, Dragon Rise was preparing to take action against this organization once more.
This action must be successful, to completely eliminate the enemy, otherwise, it will still trigger their frantic retaliation.
"Considering various aspects, this organization currently probably has twenty-six to thirty-five members, though the exact number still needs confirmation. These people are all extremely ruthless, but unfortunately, because their actions mainly target Huaxia, they have received covert support from some Western intelligence agencies." Wang Zhenjun narrated the vile deeds of the organization and then mentioned some other situations, "We’ve basically determined that the main members of this organization are lurking around Paris. However, it’s still difficult to pinpoint their exact location. Dragon Rise plans to use various methods to assassinate Gu Feng and other key members!"
Wang Zhenjun said this, and then Wuyue added, "Gu Feng and his subordinates are all elite Mercenary Corps members, they have very rich combat experience and also possess heavy weaponry. If we directly engage them, it might incur a huge cost."
Wang Zhenjun continued, "Because we learned about these through investigating materials and Dragon Rise hasn’t shared resources with us, the authenticity of this situation still needs to be verified. I estimate that the people from Dragon Rise also haven’t completely figured things out."
"I understand!" Luo Ziling nodded. He realized that the overall situation of this operation was much more complex than he had anticipated.
Perhaps the latest intelligence might invalidate the previously gathered information.
He just hoped that his people could gather more intelligence and the Dragon Rise could also clarify the situation more thoroughly.
Once the action started, Dragon Rise would definitely share intelligence with them, but now they hadn’t fully shared it, mainly for fear of leaks.
"Wang Zhenjun and Yang Xiaodong will be flying directly to Paris tomorrow; other members will take different flights to Paris or other nearby cities," Wuyue announced the new arrangements, "The young master and I will depart together; once in Paris, we’ll meet with them."
Luo Ziling nodded and said nothing more.
After discussing matters with Wuyue and the others, it was already eleven-thirty.
When returning to the room, he found that Ling Ruonan had already gone to bed, so Luo Ziling didn’t bother her.
Returning to his room, he took a shower and then prepared for bed.
Before sleeping, he habitually took out his phone to check if anyone had sent him messages.
Many people had sent him messages; for those irrelevant people, he basically ignored or simply replied.
Luo Yuqing, Ouyang Feifei, and Ouyang Huihui had all sent him messages, but they weren’t about anything important, so Luo Ziling simply replied before wishing them goodnight.
Yang Qingyin had sent him a message, asking what he was busy with today.
"I’ve been busy all along and just now got a break," Luo Ziling replied.
Yang Qingyin quickly replied back, "You must be tired, go to bed early."
"Were you waiting for my message all along?"
"I had nothing to do tonight, just playing with my phone," Yang Qingyin added two playful emojis at the end of the message.
"I met up with Wuyue and the others to discuss some matters, originally wanted to discuss something with my mom, but she was asleep. Get some rest early tonight; I’ll come to keep you company tomorrow night. After that, guess you’ll rarely be able to have me by your side," Luo Ziling messaged back.
It took Yang Qingyin a while to reply, "Are you leaving soon?"
"Anytime after tomorrow, I could set off at any moment!"
"Let’s have a good talk once you come over tomorrow night. Get some rest tonight," Yang Qingyin sent back a message with several kisses emojis.
Seeing those emojis, Luo Ziling broke into a bright smile.
The next morning, Luo Ziling had breakfast with Ling Ruonan, and the mother and son exchanged views on some situations.
Ling Ruonan asked Luo Ziling to come home for dinner in the evening, assuring that Luo Liansheng would also come back, and she would prepare a few good dishes.
Luo Ziling gladly agreed.
After breakfast, Luo Ziling went to school.
To his surprise, in the early morning, Lin Zeping called, inviting him over for tea and chat, and even sent a car to pick him up.
Considering Lin Zeping’s enthusiasm, Luo Ziling couldn’t refuse, so after finishing what he had on his hands, he went to meet Lin Zeping.
This time, the meeting with Lin Zeping was still at that heavily guarded place.
As the car drove past the imposing red gate that most people never get the chance to step through in a lifetime, Luo Ziling couldn’t help but feel: Will his mother, Ling Ruonan, perhaps also come to work here one day?
He was well aware that many people worked here, including Wang Zhengqiang, Ling Mingrui, Fang Xiang, Chen Ruchang, and Yang Yuanshan. Those who could work here were truly significant figures.
If Ling Ruonan could work here, he’d have regular opportunities to visit.
"Taking a photo here and showing off on social media would feel quite satisfying," thinking of this, Luo Ziling took out his phone, intending to snap a couple of photos.
But after pondering a moment, he put the phone back in his pocket.
Once out of the car, Luo Ziling was led by a staff member into Lin Zeping’s office.
Upon entering, Lin Zeping was reviewing documents.
Seeing his arrival, Lin Zeping looked up to greet him, gesturing for Luo Ziling to sit for a moment, saying he would be done shortly.
After finishing with the documents, Lin Zeping handed them off to the secretary, then got up and sat beside Luo Ziling.
"You’ve been quite the sensation lately!" Lin Zeping smiled warmly at Luo Ziling, "For someone as young as yourself to become so prominent, there probably aren’t many others worldwide."
"My fame is only within Huaxia, I haven’t made it globally yet!" Luo Ziling chuckled, "Some of my peers internationally, or those a little older, they’ve truly gained recognition. Some can influence world affairs just by throwing a tantrum."
"Haha, I know who you’re referring to." Lin Zeping chuckled, and then earnestly said, "You’re already quite impressive. Growing up in the Northwest and encountering so many problems after arriving in Yanjing, yet managing to withstand the pressure and thrive in adversity, that’s truly remarkable."
"Thank you, Mr. Lin, for your praise," Luo Ziling responded neither overblown nor humble, "I don’t have many demands, just hoping no one targets me, and I can live safely and peacefully."
Understanding Luo Ziling’s implication, Lin Zeping merely smiled and replied meaningfully, "Indeed, as the saying from our ancestors goes, we truly thrive when challenged but perish in comfort. It’s precisely these challenges that have led to your success now; without them, your current reputation wouldn’t exist, right?"
"Yet, I still wish for fewer troubles, hoping those seeking my downfall would spare me and stop targeting me."
"They wouldn’t dare target you so blatantly anymore, at least for the time being," Lin Zeping confidently waved his hand, revealing his plan, "I’ve arranged for some distinguished figures in traditional medicine and colleagues from the Traditional Chinese Medicine Administration Bureau to host a seminar. I’d like you to present your theories well. With your caliber, I believe you should secure a position in the traditional medicine field."
Luo Ziling was taken aback!