The next day, Saturday.
The hall was resplendent, with clinking glasses and lively chatter.
At the celebrity gala, wealthy merchants and magnates from the city gathered, conversing cheerfully.
In a corner at the bar, Daimon Naoko's black-stockinged legs were crossed, her perfect figure accentuated by a purple evening gown, making her graceful and beautiful.
Dressed in a luxurious purple evening gown, she was already eye-catching enough, but she also wore a pair of purple high heels adorned with crushed diamonds, a perfect finishing touch. Her arch was elegant and slender, and her five jade-like transparent toes neatly pressed against the dark stocking seams, making one want to cup them in their face and rub them.
Her gaze was sharp, occasionally flashing with a hint of severity.
Beside Daimon Naoko were four middle-aged men holding high positions: a city councilor, the director of the land bureau, a bank president, and a Ministry of Education committee member.
Several people were discussing the restructuring of Baihua School.
"Naoko, this matter isn't easy to handle." The councilman looked at Daimon Naoko, his eyes burning with desire, like a hungry wolf.
This cold and beautiful woman, who had once been so arrogant and dismissive of him, was now coming to him for help!
Heh heh!
If she didn't lose a layer of skin, she'd be lucky.
"That's right, Naoko, the councilman and we have a private party tonight. We can discuss this later." The director of the Land Bureau stared at Naoko's cold and beautiful face, smiling sinisterly.
The morality of powerful figures is sometimes far inferior to that of ordinary people.
Everyone present was a predator, and faced with what they saw as fat prey delivered to their doorstep, they naturally wouldn't pretend otherwise.
Daimon Naoko remained unmoved; after all, she was also one of the predators and had long adapted to such occasions. She smiled and said:
"Hmph, hmph, you want to party? Of course, but it will have to be later, and it's not me who is reforming Baihua Academy, but the person behind me."
"Furthermore… Baihua Academy is still in the hands of Ichijo's chairman."
Upon hearing this, everyone immediately looked displeased.
The councilman said discontentedly, "Are you playing with us, Daimon!"
The address immediately changed from her given name to her surname.
Clearly, the councilman was very angry.
"Heh heh, a permanent solution, this will also save the time of the important person behind me. Don't worry, the benefits offered will surely satisfy you… The main person is here." Daimon Naoko said halfway, then looked forward.
Everyone followed her gaze.
They saw a curvaceous blonde woman walking towards them, accompanied by a haggard middle-aged man.
"Ichijo, you're here."
"I heard your company has been in crisis recently. Do you need a loan?"
"Is this your esteemed daughter? She's truly beautiful!"
Everyone's expressions varied, but ultimately, they all smiled, their eyes gleaming with greed.
Chairman Ichijo's company had indeed run into big trouble recently.
It was rumored that he intended to arrange a marriage for his daughter, One Stripe Lily, to overcome this crisis.
Compared to Daimon Naoko, this was truly a piece of fat meat.
If handled well, they could both keep a young lady and swallow up the Ichijo family's assets.
"Everyone, long time no see." Chairman Ichijo bowed with a forced smile, his heart deeply uneasy.
Could it be that these influential figures had entrusted Naoko to be an intermediary, wanting to acquire the school?
This was troublesome!
He still had the confidence to bargain when dealing with Daimon Naoko, but if these three individuals were involved, he might be completely devoured, leaving nothing behind.
"Daimon said you intend to transfer shares of Baihua School and also want to reform it into a girls' academy?" Mr. Councilman puffed out his large belly and asked bluntly.
"This… Daimon said someone wants to acquire Baihua School, is it you all?" Chairman Ichijo asked hesitantly.
Mr. Councilman waved his hand and laughed, "Hahaha, does it make a difference? I heard Chairman Ichijo your capital chain is broken, and we also want to help out."
The bank president smiled, "That's right, Ichijo, we still recognize your strength. With our help, I believe you'll overcome this difficulty soon."
The director of the Land Bureau said discontentedly, "Ichijo, don't you trust us? Do you think we'll trick you?"
Immediately, Chairman Ichijo broke out in a cold sweat, waving his hands repeatedly and continuously smiling apologetically.
He felt like a tiger fallen into the plains, being bullied by dogs.
Not long ago, he too was one of these wolves.
Now, he was facing the fate of being devoured.
"I think this matter should still be decided by Daimon." Chairman Ichijo hurriedly looked at Daimon Naoko.
Daimon Naoko's red lips parted, but before she could speak, Mr. Councilman waved his hand and said, "No need, Daimon also approves of this matter."
Daimon Naoko sneered, "I never said that."
The atmosphere instantly became somber.
"Daimon, what do you mean?" The bank president asked angrily.
Mr. Councilman had already set the fire, and you dared to extinguish it!
"Everyone, what are you discussing?" A clear male voice suddenly came.
Everyone turned their heads and saw a tall, handsome young man with deep, vortex-like eyes walking towards them.
His face was blurry, making people feel disoriented.
…
Inside the private room, Mr. Councilman, the bank president, the director of the Land Bureau, and the Ministry of Education committee member left expressionlessly after signing the contract.
Only Chairman Ichijo and his daughter, along with Su Ze and Daimon Naoko, remained.
"Mr. Su Ze, thank you!" Chairman Ichijo's face was filled with gratitude.
This young master, he didn't know whose family he belonged to, but with just a few words, he made the bank president grant him an interest-free loan.
Su Ze naturally had no special identity; he relied entirely on Hypnosis.
As for whether Chairman Ichijo would fail to repay the loan later, or what would happen if the bank president's side exploded, that was none of his concern.
Anyway, he had left a contingency during the Hypnosis; even if these people died, they would only believe they wanted to do it themselves.
Su Ze said calmly, "There's nothing to thank me for. Didn't you also give me Baihua School?"
Hearing this, Chairman Ichijo gritted his teeth and directly knelt before Su Ze, saying, "Please don't say that, Mr. Su Ze. You saved my Ichijo family. From now on, in Tokyo, wherever you need me, please be sure to command me! Our Ichijo family will forever remember your great kindness."
"Father!" One Stripe Lily covered her mouth, her face full of shock.
Her usually dignified father was actually kneeling before someone else!
Chairman Ichijo pulled One Stripe Lily down, and both father and daughter knelt together.
If they could truly get on Su Ze's ship, that would be a blessing for their Ichijo family!
Kneeling was nothing!
"This is my humble daughter. I intend to have her serve Mr. Su Ze personally. Do you think that's acceptable?" Chairman Ichijo continued.
Su Ze was a bit surprised; he hadn't used Hypnosis on Chairman Ichijo.
After all, Hypnosis consumes mental energy, and there was no need to burden himself.
But he could also understand Chairman Ichijo's behavior.
As an egoist, if someone could give him enough benefits, let alone selling his daughter and kneeling, he would probably offer his wife, daughter, and mother.
However, Su Ze still decided to test him, saying, "Yes, from today onwards, she will be a student of our 'Holy Maiden Academy.' Our school operates on a full-day system, only going home during holidays. Are you still willing to send her?"
Holy Maiden Academy was the new name for Baihua School after its restructuring.
Chairman Ichijo showed no sign of disappointment; instead, he was overjoyed: "That's wonderful! It's her honor to be able to follow you twenty-four hours a day!"
Su Ze nodded, looking at the kneeling One Stripe Lily.