I am the Holy Poisoner, the Empress advised me to calm down

The banquet venue was brightly lit and bustling with activity. Lu Yining stood in the center of the crowd, chatting with several business professionals, showcasing her unique style and presence. Not far away, the conversation between two men made her feel a little wary, but she remained calm, smiling and continuing her conversation.

A young female employee came over and said excitedly, "Mr. Lu, I just heard some of my senior colleagues talking about you. They were full of praise for you! They all say you're the 'Iron Lady' of the business world. I really admire you."

Lu Yining smiled and said gently, "Thank you for your encouragement. In fact, each of us is working hard for our own dreams. As long as we work together, nothing is impossible."

At this time, Zhang Lin came over and motioned for Lu Yining to follow her to a quiet corner. Lu Yining followed her to a more private place, and Zhang Lin whispered, "Ms. Lu, the chairman just mentioned some new ideas. He would like to invite you to join the senior management of Mingyang Group. This is a rare opportunity. Would you consider it?"

Lu Yining was slightly startled, then revealed a surprised expression: "Really? This is a great honor for me. I will seriously consider it."

Zhang Lin nodded and said with a smile, "Okay, I believe your abilities are definitely worthy of this position. I'll discuss the specific details with you tomorrow."

During the conversation, Lu Yining's phone rang. It was a message from his fourth uncle: "The legal team has collected enough evidence, and that negative report will be clarified soon. Don't worry, everything will be resolved."

Lu Yining breathed a sigh of relief and replied, "Thank you, Fourth Uncle. I will keep working hard."

Back in the crowd, Lu Yining felt more relaxed. She took the initiative to find several friends in the industry to discuss possible future cooperation opportunities. An old friend patted her on the shoulder and said with a smile, "Yining, you've worked really hard during this period. But look, you've not only resolved the crisis, but also gained more opportunities. It's really enviable."

Lu Yining replied modestly: "All of this is inseparable from everyone's support. The road ahead is still long, and we need to work together."

Just then, a commotion erupted in a corner of the banquet hall. Several reporters rushed in, microphones in hand, shouting, "What are your thoughts on the recent negative reports about Lu's businesses?"

Everyone was stunned for a moment. Lu Yining calmly walked over and said with a smile, "Dear friends from the media, thank you for your attention. We are actively addressing this false report and will have an official statement soon. Please be patient and give us your trust and support."

Her composure impressed everyone present. A middle-aged entrepreneur stepped forward and said loudly, "Please listen to me for a moment. Ms. Lu Yining is a rising star in our business community. She remained calm and handled the situation well under such difficult circumstances. I believe she is a trustworthy partner."

Another young businessman echoed this sentiment: "Yes, I also think this report is pure slander. We should support those with real strength."

The situation gradually calmed down, and the reporters began to disperse. The dinner continued, and the atmosphere became more lively. Lu Yining demonstrated his extraordinary leadership and ability to deal with crises in front of everyone.

As the party drew to a close, a well-known business consultant approached Lu Yining and said with a smile, "Ms. Lu, I heard that you are about to reach an important cooperation with Mingyang Group. Congratulations. I hope there will be more opportunities for cooperation in the future."

Lu Yining said gratefully, "Thank you for your blessing. We also hope to create brilliance together with more outstanding partners."

Just as they were chatting happily, the man in the distance cast a cold gaze at Lu Yining again, with a hint of a sneer on his lips: "Wait, the next game has just begun."

As the night deepened and the dinner ended, Lu Yining drove home, feeling both relieved and wary. She understood that although she had temporarily won, greater challenges lay ahead.

Zhang Xiumin was waiting for her at home. Seeing her daughter's tired but determined expression, she asked with concern, "Yining, how was your day? Did things go well?"

Lu Yining nodded and said with a smile: "Mom, everything is fine. We have reached a preliminary cooperation agreement, and there are still many things to do next. But I am not afraid, because I believe I can do it."

Zhang Xiumin's eyes flashed with pride, and she whispered, "Mom knows you will succeed. No matter how big the difficulties are, you must persevere. You will always be my proudest daughter."

The mother and daughter smiled at each other, and the light in the house was warm and soft. In this world full of uncertainty, Lu Yining's heart was full of faith and courage, because she knew that as long as she kept moving forward, there would always be a new dawn.

At the same time, the mysterious man was sitting in the car, looking gloomily in the direction of Lu Yining's house, and whispered: "Lu Yining, your good days won't last long." A weird smile appeared at the corner of his mouth, as if he had some plan.

On the other side of the city, Fang Bo sat in his office, looking at the documents on his desk, his eyes filled with anticipation and appreciation. He instructed his secretary, "Schedule a time tomorrow. I want to meet with Lu Yining in person and discuss her new position."

The secretary nodded in agreement and quickly wrote it down.

The city gradually quieted down at night, but Lu Yining's story continued. Though the road ahead was uncertain, her pace never faltered. After the dinner, Lu Yining drove home. Though physically exhausted, her heart was filled with fighting spirit and a vision for the future. She knew the work ahead would be even more challenging, but she wasn't afraid.

The next morning, Lu Yining woke up early and prepared to go to Mingyang Group to meet Fang Bo. Before leaving, Zhang Xiumin reminded him with concern: "Yining, remember to eat well and take care of yourself no matter how busy you are at work."

"Don't worry, Mom." Lu Yining smiled and gave her mother a hug. "I will work hard."

Arriving in front of the Mingyang Group building, Lu Yining took a deep breath, adjusted her mindset, and walked into the building. The receptionist saw her and greeted her warmly: "Ms. Lu, you're here! Mr. Fang's secretary is waiting for you. Please follow me."

Lu Yining followed the receptionist to a luxurious conference room. Fang Bo was standing by the window, gazing at the distant cityscape. Hearing the noise, he turned and greeted her with a smile. "Welcome, Miss Lu. I've heard a lot about you and I'm very much looking forward to our cooperation."