Those in high positions of power are actually quite Kong Jian to assassinations.
After all, people prefer to eliminate their opponents directly through physical destruction, a sentiment especially strong among the neighbors of the Star Alliance Country.
So this little incident did not affect Luke and Ms. Maria's conversation at all.
The richest man in a country and the future president of a country have so much to exchange and discuss.
It wasn't until a trusted confidant delivered the lab report for the "poisoned needle ring" that the truth came to light.
[African tree snake venom, 0.1 mg can be fatal, causing coagulation disorders]
Luke didn't hold back and shared the information with Ms. Maria.
The woman's face turned very pale.
Snake venom is troublesome to handle and has a short shelf life, making it unsuitable for assassination.
However, the "coagulation disorder" caused by tree snake venom can lead to a slow and gruesome death from bleeding from all seven orifices.
This seems more like a form of revenge and catharsis, and it subconsciously leads people to believe that the assassin was commissioned by the drug lord.
But things are far from that simple...
At this moment, Luke raised his glass to Lu Li, smiling and complimenting him:
"That was incredibly dangerous. A single touch of the poisoned needle to the skin could be fatal... Thank goodness you were there."
Luke looked grateful, because if the lady were to die here, it would cause a great deal of trouble.
He downed his drink in one gulp and asked curiously, "By the way... how did you spot the assassin?"
Lu Li said calmly, "Just my intuition."
"Admirable skill, thank you again!"
"It's simply my duty."
Lu Li slightly, stood up, and said, "Excuse me for a moment."
At this moment, Eureka realized that Lu Li had discovered her, so she pulled Medea away.
Medea found it hard to believe. "To detect us with just a few glances? Are there really people in the world with such keen perception?"
"Trust the judgment of a Vietnam War veteran."
Eureka and Lu Li exchanged glances, both quite certain that they had been exposed and that it was not safe to stay there any longer.
Just as the two "military contractors" reached the entrance of the banquet hall, a person suddenly appeared in front of them—it was Lu Li!
Medea Eureka felt a chill in their hearts, but their faces remained completely expressionless.
Medea greeted her with a smile:
"Nice to meet you, Mr. Lu Li. I am Medea, the manager of Titan Company. What can I do for you?"
As he spoke, six people gathered around him in the shadows.
These men were expressionless, but exuded an imposing aura; they were the elite troops brought by the two "military contractors."
Although I don't want a direct conflict to break out at the richest man's house, I'm not afraid anymore.
Medea smiled calmly and said, "Sir, you should go and protect Lady Maria."
Lu Li toyed with two bullets in his hand and calmly said, "No need to trouble yourself, see you later."
After saying that, he turned around and went back to his seat.
Medea and Eureka's eyes turned cold, and they quickly left the area.
Only after leaving the banquet hall and getting into the car did Eureka loosen her collar and remark:
"Such an overwhelming aura, I almost suffocated. That land always seems to produce some truly extraordinary people."
Unfortunately, no matter how skilled one is, they cannot change the disadvantages exposed to the light of day.
Medea coldly replied, "Gather the best personnel and eliminate him at all costs!"
This woman was still young and lacked experience. She was shaken to her core after her direct encounter with Lu Li, unlike the older man who remained calm and composed.
The car sped along the highway, unaware that a flying sword was lurking in the night, relentlessly following it.
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This flying sword was none other than the "Shadow Painter Sword" that Lu Li had secretly released.
Having identified two hostile and formidable enemies, it is natural to nip the danger in the bud.
He didn't make a move in public, but instead had his flying sword follow him.
After Lu Li returned to his seat, he explained to Ms. Maria, who looked at him with a questioning expression:
"Someone has ill intentions; I'll handle it."
The lady nodded slightly and continued her conversation with the richest man.
Lu Li silently sensed the flying sword.
Once the distance to the flying sword exceeds 1 kilometer, the connection weakens significantly, and there is only a barely perceptible sensation.
He couldn't provide any support for the flying sword, nor could he use his mind to "wirelessly charge" it.
No problem, as long as we can find the enemy's location.
Next, he accompanied Ms. Maria to meet one social celebrity after another.
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, some of these people will become cabinet members.
The banquet ended at 9 p. m.
The guests and hosts enjoyed themselves immensely. Everyone saw Ms. Maria and Lu Li and the others off to their cars, and only dispersed after the cars drove away.
Lu Li originally planned to go back to the hotel first and then go out alone, but as he walked, he found that he would pass by the place where the two "military contractors" were located.
"Interesting."
Lu Li smiled and said to Ms. Maria:
"There are two groups of people who have ill intentions towards you, just a short distance ahead at the Sheraton Hotel. Pull over to the side of the road and I'll take care of them."
Ms. Maria paused for a moment, then said, "Then you go ahead and get busy. There's something... we'll talk about it when you get back."
Aurora and the others didn't waste any words and went straight into their headsets to make the arrangements:
[Attention all drivers, pull over to the side of the road]
The convoy quickly stopped as instructed; the Sheraton Hotel was just 500 meters away.
Aurora didn't even ask if reinforcements were needed; they weren't on the same level, and meddling would only be a burden.
But Lu Li asked her for something else, "Do you have 12.7mm bullets with you?"
"I brought it."
Aurora lifted her suit jacket and pulled out five rounds from her ammunition belt, handing them to her.
She used Barrett captured from the Foreign Intelligence Bureau and always carried 12.7mm ammunition.
"Thank you, I'll be back in about 5 minutes."
Lu Li took the bullet, nodded to the crowd, and got out of the car and left.
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The Sheraton Hotel has 26 floors, with the presidential suite on the top floor.
Medea Eureka did not originally live here; they were temporarily moved here to guard against Lu Li.
At that moment, a boy who was only twelve or thirteen years old, but was carrying an AK rifle, reported:
"We changed cars three times along the way and didn't notice anyone following us. There were hidden sentries all around the hotel, as well as drone surveillance; all preparations are complete."
"Well done, Saladin."
Medea gently patted the boy's head and said with a warm smile, "You have to protect me, okay?"
The boy named Saladin had high eyebrows, deep-set eyes, and a hooked nose, exhibiting distinct features of an oil-producing country.
He nodded expressionlessly, then turned and left.
Eureka adjusted her glasses and said, "A child from a war-torn region? Too young."
"But the bullets fired are equally deadly."
Medea made a gun shape with her hand and said, "He is far more perceptive than you, sir; he is an exceptionally skilled warrior."
Eureka nodded and said, "Then, we'll make our move tomorrow during the female candidate's public speech. I'll have mercenaries kidnap the two girls as a distraction."
Medea crossed her arms and sneered, "Those who expose themselves prematurely will only become prey..."
Before he could finish speaking, Saladin's shrill voice suddenly came through the walkie-talkie:
[Enemy attack!]