Mexico has a population of 22 million and is home to nearly half of the country's industry, commerce, and service sectors, as well as two-thirds of its financial sector, accounting for 48% of the nation's GDP.
In such a metropolis, coupled with Ms. Maria's 55% approval rating, the crowds that came to welcome her stretched as far as the eye could see.
Amidst thunderous cheers, the woman simply got out of the car, waved, allowed reporters to take a few photos, and then quickly climbed back into the bulletproof vehicle.
Lu Li looked around and sensed many hostile gazes from all directions.
"Looks like we'll be busy for a while."
After observing for a while, Lu Li had a clear idea of what was going on.
But those few casual glances he gave put immense pressure on many people.
At that moment, in a luxury hotel not far away, an elderly man and a woman were watching this scene.
The elderly man, blond and blue-eyed, was a composed gentleman wearing round-framed glasses; at this moment, he frowned deeply.
"At 500 feet apart, just a glance from him brought an overwhelming sense of pressure... and he's so young, I'm starting to believe in the theory of bloodlines."
The old man adjusted his glasses and said to the young woman beside him:
"Ms. Medea of [Titan Company], I agree to your proposal regarding cooperation."
The woman named Media was an Ocean Dollar woman, standing at least 1.8 meters tall. She was dressed in a black business suit and looked as elegant as a print model.
She smiled calmly and confidently, "A wise decision, Mr. Eureka."
The two shook hands and reached an agreement.
At this moment, the campaign team, escorted by military and police, slowly drove away.
Eureka looked at the convoy and gave a mocking smile:
"Film and television works often depict fake business battles where wits prevail. But the real world is very direct; people prefer to use physical destruction to directly eliminate their opponents."
Medea chuckled, "That's why people like us exist. Some people spend money to eliminate their opponents, while others spend money to protect themselves."
She looked at the armored vehicle where the woman was and continued:
"I've got an invitation to the dinner party. Interested in getting a closer look at my opponent?"
Eureka the Gentleman's Nod:
"I'd love to, but I already have the invitation. My company has people planted around the target, which is why you're asking me to cooperate, isn't it?"
Medea did not refute, and her smile deepened.
In the early stages of the campaign, Ms. Maria used political promises to acquire a team of mercenaries from the Summer Company.
To be fair, these people were initially somewhat useful.
But as the woman rose rapidly in rank, attracting more and more people and forces to her side, these mercenaries became increasingly useless.
So much so that they weren't even allowed to attend tonight's fundraising dinner.
As Lu Li and the others, dressed in suits and ties, headed to the banquet, a cold glint flashed in the eyes of the mercenary leader, "Joey"!
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The campaign team booked the entire Hilton hotel, but had to leave immediately after settling in.
Because Luke, the richest man in Mexico, is hosting a banquet tonight to welcome the lady and, incidentally, to raise campaign funds.
At 7:00 p. m. sharp, Ms. Maria arrived at a private estate outside the city.
The car came to a stop, and Lu Li led the woman out of the car.
The richest man, "Luke," had been waiting with a large number of guests for some time.
"Welcome, ma'am."
Luke, with his graying hair and slightly overweight appearance, greeted them personally with a warm smile.
After greeting the lady, the richest man shook hands with Lu Li and said hello:
"Mr. Lu Li, it's a pleasure to meet you."
"Hello."
Lu Li wasn't particularly enthusiastic; he simply nodded.
But Luke was quite talkative. "You're of Xia Descendants, aren't you? I admire Xia Country culture; many great figures have emerged from Xia Country..."
He focused most of his energy on Lu Li, which was a little strange.
But as the group entered the manor and saw the heavy security, comparable to a military camp, they suddenly understood.
Mexico is the country with the highest kidnapping risk and the highest kidnapping death rate in the world.
With such a ostentatious title as "the richest man," he certainly wouldn't live long without strong security, so Luke naturally admires people with real skills.
Lu Li, protecting the lady, fought his way from Tijuana to Mexico City, and even thwarted an assassination attempt by the Foreign Intelligence Bureau, already making a name for himself.
At this moment, many high-ranking officials, dignitaries, and top tycoons at the banquet were also curiously observing Lu Li.
Among them, of course, were Medea Eureka, who harbored ill intentions.
Eureka adjusted her glasses and said, "The little boy from Xia Country is getting a lot of attention. It seems everyone likes someone who can save their life."
Medea swirled the champagne in her glass and said with a smile:
"It's foreseeable that this will be a formidable competitor, and eliminating it early is a good thing."
"Is his youth really all due to genetics?"
"A dissection will make it clear."
The two had studied Lu Li's information and, like most people, thought that Lu Li had inherited his great-grandfather's genes from a generation past.
After all, this young man was quiet and refined, completely unlike the recently rising legend.
Just then, Medea exclaimed excitedly, "Oh, a little white mouse is going to put on a show!"
Eureka's eyes narrowed. "Let's see if it's as powerful as the intelligence suggests."
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The richest man, "Luke," led Ms. Maria and Lu Li to their seats.
This person really takes security seriously; a circle of burly men in black suits stood around the table.
Anyone who tries to get close is stopped; even the waiters serving dishes and drinks have to be searched before they can approach.
Just as Luke and Ms. Maria were engaging in rounds of negotiations and exchanging benefits, a small, thin waiter came over carrying a bottle of champagne.
They immediately conducted a body search, carefully inspecting even the tray and drinks before letting them through.
The waiter stepped forward, first filling Lu Li's glass, then turning to pour wine for Ms. Maria...
In that instant, Lu Li suddenly reached out and grabbed the waiter's wrist!
The man's expression changed, his eyes instantly becoming as sharp as a cheetah's, and his body tensed, as if he wanted to do something...
Lu Li's Martial Arts Organ Refining has given him the strength to 3,000 jin, which is something no "human" can withstand.
With a slight exertion of force, the attacker's wrist snapped with a crack.
Then, with a casual flick of his wrist, he tossed it to the burly men in black suits who had surrounded him.
The burly men were very experienced and subdued the attacker in an instant, but their expressions changed drastically when they saw the fingers of the severed hand!
On his middle finger was a ring with a two-centimeter-long needle, thinner than a hair.
Only upon close inspection under the light can a faint, alluring glow be seen.
It's obvious this is highly poisonous!
Luke gasped, his face turning ashen! If this man wanted to kill him, he already had! He only needed to lightly scrape his skin!
Ms. Maria quickly thanked Lu Li waved his hand dismissively.
This scene was witnessed in its entirety by a few guests, as well as Medea and Eureka.
The two exchanged a glance, Medea sneered:
"His reputation certainly lives up to it. His reflexes and strength are remarkable, and he possesses a terrifying intuition. He seems to have noticed us."
"It's a pity we chose the wrong side. Let's go and send this little boy from Xia Country to heaven as soon as possible."
Eureka exchanged a fleeting glance with Lu Li, feeling somewhat flustered.
He hated this feeling and couldn't wait to nip the threat in the bud.
Little did they know that Lu Li had already sensed their gazes, and a cold smile appeared on his lips.