Uncle Lin, Please Behave Yourself!

Damn it, I'd overlooked something!

Li Yao had forgotten one thing: he was a mage now! Through meditation and the analysis and construction of Spell Circuits, his mind and body had been exposed to psionic energy for a long time. He had gradually become accustomed to its presence, and both his mind and body had undergone subtle changes under its nourishment.

That was why he could treat the "Vitality Potion," which contained psionic power, as an everyday drink.

But ordinary people couldn't! Last time, Aunt Lin had been suffering from ALS, so Li Yao had overlooked the potion's effects on ordinary people. He had assumed it was a normal reaction caused by curing ALS, but now it seemed—perhaps it had also been Aunt Lin's reaction to being unable to withstand the cleansing of psionic energy.

Fortunately, aside from the effect being a little too strong, there probably weren't any side effects.

After all, they were all beginner-grade Alchemy Potions.

If they had been intermediate or even advanced potions, there would have been trouble.

After waiting for more than ten minutes, the effects of the psionic cleansing gradually weakened. Li Shishi finally stopped trembling, but her whole body felt terribly weak, and she slumped limply into her executive chair. She straightened up, about to demand what the hell Li Yao had given her, when she felt a warm, rich power burst forth inside her, spreading through her entire body as though she were soaking in a hot spring.

Li Shishi leaned back and closed her eyes.

Only after quite a while did she open them again. Her beautiful eyes shimmered with allure. "What... is this?"

Thank goodness!

Li Yao sighed in relief and explained, "It seems the potion I formulated is still a little too potent. But you should have experienced its specific effects yourself, Senior. I'll appropriately reduce the concentration and effect later."

Li Shishi licked her lips. "What about side effects?"

Li Yao said, "There aren't any side effects. If you don't believe me, you can have it tested."

Li Shishi nodded.

She had dared to drink the stuff on the spot for two reasons. First, Li Yao had no motive to drug and harm her. Second, even if he had drugged it, this was her company, so she wasn't afraid.

But while she dared to test the medicine on herself, she did not dare let consumers do the same.

Therefore, ensuring the safety of this Oral Liquid was a necessary part of the process.

But whether it had side effects or not, she would not give up on developing this potion. After trying it, she had caught the scent of an enormous business opportunity. Women loved beauty. For the sake of looking good, cosmetics and hyaluronic acid injections were already basic routines, while liposuction and bone shaving were everyday occurrences. For beauty, women could truly stop at nothing.

And the most invincible kind of beauty in this world was youth.

If this potion really could awaken cellular vitality and return the body to a youthful state as Li Yao had said, then it was practically an Elixir of Immortality—or a Youth Restoration Pill, an existence so miraculous it defied heaven! Their company could absolutely claim half the beauty and cosmetics industry! As Li Shishi looked at Li Yao now, she no longer felt that he was a person,

but a walking treasure vault.

Li Yao felt a little unnerved beneath Li Shishi's fixed stare. He shuddered and said, "Then, Senior, let's discuss cooperation after you finish the testing. I'll head back first."

"I'll see you out!"

Li Shishi braced herself against the desk and tried to stand, only for her legs to go weak, nearly causing her to collapse onto the tabletop!

A little embarrassed, she shakily supported herself on the desk as she headed toward the lounge behind her. "Y-you wait a moment... I'll go freshen up."

Li Shishi was a strong career woman. Behind her office was a small lounge. Sometimes, when she worked too late, she simply slept at the company. There were even several comfortable places to sleep in the public office area outside. Li Shishi did not advocate, much less force, overtime, but project schedules often got stuck with no way around it. All she could do was make her employees as comfortable as possible.

She was a highly capable boss with a human touch.

That was why everyone in the company respected her.

Before long, Li Shishi emerged in a different outfit.

She had changed out of her crisp, simple women's business suit and into a pale blue floral dress. Her long hair, which had been simply tied behind her head, now flowed loose. In an instant, she had transformed from a sharp, aloof female executive into a gentle, fresh-faced girl next door. Li Yao looked twice. Mm, she really was beautiful.

Li Shishi opened the office door. "Let's go. I'll see you out."

As they walked through the public office area, quite a few employees' gazes were drawn to their boss... Li Yao believed that some people had definitely joined the company because of Li Shishi, and not just men. Thus, when their eyes fell on Li Yao, they carried traces of hostility.

Who's this brat? Why is our boss so close to him?

What the hell, why are you standing so close together??? Can't you whisper more quietly? Do you have to press so close together??? Boss, please have some restraint!!! For a moment, the public office area seemed filled with the sound of glass hearts shattering one after another.

Li Yao turned to look around and sucked in a breath. What a heavy grudge-filled aura!

...Terrifying. Truly terrifying.

So Li Yao smiled and moved a little closer to Li Shishi. "Wow, Senior, you smell so nice."

A lot of people exploded on the spot!

You brat, are you trying to start something?! I'll beat you to death, you lecherous bastard!

Li Shishi was rather happy about Li Yao's closeness, but she also sensed the restless atmosphere in the office. The gentle, beautiful expression on her face immediately turned cold. Her sharp gaze swept over the office area, and the employees who had been so worked up instantly calmed down.

Forget it, forget it.

Can't afford to offend her, can't afford to offend her!

Li Shishi instructed them, "Work hard. If nothing unexpected happens, we'll soon enter a period of explosive growth. Believe me, I won't treat any of you unfairly."

Everyone: ()σ So scary, so scary.

But could you please stop being so close to that brat? We're heartbroken.

Li Yao and Li Shishi arrived at the company reception area and saw two people sitting in the waiting area: Uncle Lin and Aunt Lin. When Uncle Lin saw Li Yao emerge, he quickly stood up and strode toward him. His face was full of smiles, and he looked to be in an excellent mood. But when Uncle Lin saw Li Shishi standing prettily beside Li Yao, his smile gradually vanished, and his steps became heavy.

Uncle Lin stopped three steps away and asked stiffly, "Da Yao, who's this?"

Li Yao did not notice anything wrong and introduced her with a smile. "This is my senior. She's the owner of this company, and she's very capable."

Lin Chengdong snorted. "So what if she has money?"

Li Shishi: "???"

Li Yao: "..."

Uncle Lin, please behave yourself! Today is the first day of the trial promotion, a very important moment. The only people who can help this book are all you readers: bookmarks, recommendations, tips, Amway... let's get it going! I won't waste any more words. Please, everyone.

Also, I recommend "Mythical Progenitor" by Wastepaper Bridge. This author is an old hand; both the author and protagonist are outrageously wild. Highly recommended.