<h4>Chapter 1107: Chapter 1114: Tang Shiyun Pays a Visit</h4>


    When Ling Chen stepped out of the elevator on the second basement level, he was met with a spacious underground area that was quiterge, almost over seven hundred square meters, partitioned by transparent ss in the middle. "Boss Tang, what is this ce used for?" Ling Chen asked curiously. Initially, he thought just one basement level would suffice to store important things, but Tang Guolun built two, which clearly had his own reasoning.


    "This is our backup base," Tang Guolun replied. "Even though we already have a main base, it’s safer to have a backup just in case. Plus, this backup base can be activated anytime as a ce for Dragon Tiger Tower to collect intelligence. What do you think?"


    Ling Chen thought for a moment and approved of Tang Guolun’s design. Indeed, it was better to keep Dragon Tiger Tower and the base, being two different types of forces, somewhat separate.


    "Hey! Boss Tang, how’s the defense here?" Hu Fei asked from the side.


    Tang Guolun replied with a confident smile, "Don’t worry. I’ve put a lot of effort into this. The area is surrounded by reinforced concrete and steel bars, with steel tes in between. Even if someone uses explosives, they won’t easily break in quickly. Also, the ss here is bulletproof, so there’s no issue with safety. However, for now, only the main construction isplete, and the interior hasn’t been decorated yet. I’ve already contacted a renovation team, and they can start tomorrow. If everything goes well, it can be operational in a month."


    "Great," Ling Chen was very satisfied with Tang Guolun’s efficiency. Entrusting him with this task indeed seemed to be a wise choice.


    After touring the overall structure of the Dragon Tiger Tower, Ling Chen could only think of two words: perfect! Tang Guolun truly lived up to his reputation, having done an almost all-epassing job.


    Back home, Ling Chen finally rxed. After resolving the Liu Wei matter, Liu Xiyao returned to her home. The Liu Family, now under the suppression of the Hongyu Group, was down and out with no chance to get back on its feet. Therefore, Liu Xiyao no longer had to worry about retaliation from them.


    Yang Qingling went out shopping with the Yang Yan couple, so the house was quiet, with only Ling Chen there. Idle and with nothing to do, Ling Chen sat alone in the living room, crossing his legs and flipping through the TV channels with the remote. Modern television had be increasingly banal, filled with pretty young faces, leaving him with no desire to watch.


    After turning off the TV, Ling Chenzilyy on the sofa, nning to doze off for a bit. But at that moment, his phone rang—it was a call from Yang Qingling. They were out shopping and wouldn’t be back for lunch, so Ling Chen was told to sort out his own meal. Not in the mood to cook, Ling Chen simply picked up his phone to order takeout.


    Ding dong!


    Suddenly, the doorbell rang.


    He nced at the wall clock—it was past eleven. Strange! Who woulde looking for him at lunchtime? With this in mind, Ling Chen got up, walked to the door, and opened it.


    "Ling!" As soon as the door opened, before Ling Chen could clearly see who it was, a figure rushed over, hugging his neck and nearly hanging onto him.


    After a brief moment of surprise, Ling Chen, smelling the fragrance from the visitor, immediately realized who it was.


    With a grin, Ling Chen said with a smile, "Girl, what brings you here?"


    "Ling, it’s been so long since west met. Did you miss me?" Tang Shiyun asked sweetly with a smile.


    "Of course I did," Ling Chen gently patted Tang Shiyun’s back, smiling, "Alright,e down. If someone sees us, we’ll be on the headlines again."


    Truth be told, Ling Chen was genuinely scared. Tang Shiyun’s fame had skyrocketed, and not to mention hugging, even just having a meal together could lead to paparazzi snapping photos and sensationalizing the news. Last time, due to Zhu Xiaozhu’s incident, it was the reporters’ coverage that led to Nanrong Wanqing’s misunderstanding. Thus, Ling Chen was genuinely a bit afraid.


    Tang Shiyun pouted, evidently somewhat reluctant. However, since Ling Chen had spoken, she obediently let go and hooked onto Ling Chen’s arm.


    Seeing her affectionate gesture, Ling Chen gave a helpless smile.


    Once inside, Ling Chen asked, "Are you off today?"


    "I wish, but thepany schedule is jam-packed with things to do. In a few days, I have to go to another city for promotion." Speaking of work, a trace of tiredness appeared on Tang Shiyun’s exquisite face.


    Ling Chen, feeling sorry, said, "If you’re so tired, why not take a break for a few days? If you overwork yourself and fall ill, what then? Health is the foundation of everything; without it, you can’t do anything."


    Feeling Ling Chen’s concern, Tang Shiyun’s heart was filled with joy, and she happily said, "Ling, don’t worry. I’ll take good care of myself."


    "By the way! Where’s Xu Hong, your manager? Why didn’t shee with you?"


    "There’s an albumunch nearby today, at a nearby venue. Since there’s nothing much to do, I came over, and Hong’s taking care of other matters over there. She’ll call me when she’s done."


    "Another album? That’s quite efficient." Ling Chen said with augh, "It’s been what, just a while? If I’m not mistaken, you’ve released two albums already."


    Hearing this, Tang Shiyun rolled her eyes at Ling Chen, displeased, "Ling, I’ve already released four albums. Hmph! It looks like you don’t pay much attention to me usually."


    "Is that so? Haha!" Ling Chen awkwardlyughed, rubbing his head, "Well... Girl, you know, I’ve got so many things to keep me busy daily, I barely have time to follow the news."


    Tang Shiyun pouted her alluring lips, clearly not buying Ling Chen’s words.


    Afraid that she might probe further, Ling Chen quickly changed the subject, "Girl, haven’t eaten yet, have you?"


    Tang Shiyun nodded.


    "Alright, I’ll check out the kitchen. I’ll whip up a couple of dishes for you to try."


    Entering the kitchen, Ling Chen opened the refrigerator, finding it well-stocked. Grabbing some ingredients, he started busying himself.


    Tang Shiyun stood at the kitchen doorway, leaning against the doorframe, watching Ling Chen cook intently. Her eyes were as if mesmerized, unblinking, shining brightly.


    "Girl, why are you staring at me?" Ling Chen turned around and asked, feeling a bit uneasy.


    With a giggle, Tang Shiyun replied, "Just looking. Or am I not allowed to look at you?" Then tilting her nose, she said in a mock grumble, "Most people would kill to get my attention, but Ling, you don’t realize how lucky you are."


    Cough, cough!


    Ling Chen gave a wry smile, "Yes, yes, I’m at fault, grateful that Beauty Tang holds me in such regard. I’m wrong. Well then! The kitchen’s full of fumes, go lounge in the living room, watch some TV. I’ll let you know when the food’s ready."