Taboo Conquest of Lustful Emperor

After Chen Xiuli and Zhou Yuhong reviewed the three high-tech products on the computer, Chen Xiuli's jade face lit up with astonishment. "Xiaolong, are these real?" she exclaimed.

But glancing back at the first product's description, her brows furrowed. "Xiaolong, what are the humanoid models made by this biological rubber simulation technology used for?" she asked, puzzled.

"Xiaolong, Sister Hong's stumped too," Zhou Yuhong chimed in.

Dantian, having skimmed the data behind them, overheard their confusion about the first technology. A thought struck her, and her face flushed. Unable to resist, she asked, "Boss, this biological rubber simulation technology—is it for producing lifelike dolls?"

"Exactly!" Li Long nodded.

Chen Xiuli and Zhou Yuhong grew more perplexed. Turning to Dantian, they asked, "What are lifelike dolls used for?"

"This... it's for..." Dantian stammered, her blush deepening under their scrutiny.

Seeing Dantian's embarrassment and their growing curiosity, Li Long leaned in, whispering to Xiuli and Yuhong with a smile.

"Ah!" Two shocked, embarrassed cries escaped Chen Xiuli and Zhou Yuhong. They glared at Li Long and fell silent.

"Haha, no need for shame. How about this: open a branch in Hong Kong, with Dantian temporarily in charge. It'll handle this product exclusively. We'll manufacture in mainland factories, sell in Hong Kong, and target open markets like Japan and Western countries. Find a financially robust agent in the Earth nation to handle sales, and we'll collect profits!" Knowing the product's risqué nature, and having secured Dantian's loyalty with the Elysium Pill, Li Long trusted her discretion. Her Hong Kong upbringing suited the open market, so he finalized the decision without further consultation.

"Ah!" Dantian yelped at being tasked with the role. But the prospect of staying in Hong Kong excited her. "Boss, don't worry—Dantian will manage the branch well!" she said eagerly.

"Good. Come to my office later to report on this period's details," Li Long said, giving her a subtle hint.

"Understood, Boss. I'll step out now." Catching his signal, Dantian's expression shifted. Noticing the three women's neutral faces, she exhaled, smiled naturally, and left.

The three women had seen Li Long's hint to Dantian but said nothing, their expressions unchanged.

...

In the office where he'd first arrived, Li Long and Dantian shared an intense moment. Her uniform-clad form leaned over the desk, her curves accentuated as they moved together in a passionate exchange, the thrill overwhelming them.

"Beauty, feeling good?" Li Long asked, admiring her.

"Boss, it's amazing..." Dantian gasped.

"Now, another task: in Hong Kong, dig into ATV's status and report any updates, got it?"

"Yes... Boss... are you eyeing ATV?" she panted.

"Exactly!" he confirmed.

"Okay, Boss, I'll handle it..." she moaned, lost in the moment.

Two hours later, Li Long escorted his mother out of the company, drove her to the internet cafe, and headed to Zhu Feiyan's home.

Zhu Feiyan cradled her daughter's delicate frame, watching her sleep peacefully. The anxiety on her face eased, but worry still knit her brows, her haggard beauty evoking pity.

"Ding dong..." The doorbell interrupted her near tears. Suppressing her sorrow, Zhu Feiyan tidied herself, opened the door, and saw Li Long with a fruit basket. Excited and nervous, she blurted, "Xiaolong, you're here! Come in!"

Entering, Li Long's sharp eyes caught the exhaustion on Zhu Feiyan's jade face. Setting down the fruit, he wrapped an arm around her slender waist, asking gently, "Sister Yan, I heard Youyou's sick. What happened?"

"Wuwu..." Embraced by Xiaolong, feeling his broad chest and caring words, Zhu Feiyan's grief over her daughter's ordeal overwhelmed her. She sobbed, "Xiaolong, I don't know what's wrong with Youyou. She's had nightmares for two days. Even napping while watching TV, they haunt her. She's slept less than eight hours total. I took her to the hospital today, but they found nothing. I wanted to keep her there for observation, but she got terrified. I've stayed by her side constantly. She's finally asleep, but I fear the nightmares will return. Wuwu... Xiaolong, I'm lost!"

"Why didn't you tell me sooner?" Caring deeply for Youyou, Li Long's frustration flared. He swatted her round backside firmly, scolding her.

Stung by the slap and seeing his anger, Zhu Feiyan faltered. "I... Xiaolong, I was wrong. Please don't be mad, okay?" she said weakly.

"Yan..."

"Woo... Save my mommy... It's so scary..." A terrified cry cut Li Long off, echoing from Youyou's open bedroom door.

Releasing Zhu Feiyan, Li Long rushed in, finding the cute girl thrashing on her pink bed, eyes shut in a nightmare. Heart aching, he scooped her frail body into his arms, shouting, "Youyou, Big Brother's here—don't be afraid. I've chased the bad guys away!"

Hearing a familiar voice, Youyou's weak eyes fluttered open. Seeing the man holding her, she cried excitedly, "Daddy, you came for Youyou! Wuwu... it was so scary!"

Zhu Feiyan, arriving just then, heard her daughter call Xiaolong "Daddy." Her anxious face flushed. Stepping forward to take Youyou, she was stunned when Youyou wailed, "No, I want Daddy to hold me! Wuwu..."

"Okay, Daddy's got you, Youyou. I won't let you go," Li Long said, apologizing to Zhu Feiyan with a glance. He hugged Youyou tightly, soothing her.

Over two hours later, Li Long sat on the living room sofa, Youyou in his arms. Watching her sleep, he faced Zhu Feiyan's worried expression and said, "Sister Yan, it's strange. If I step away, even after lulling her to sleep, she has nightmares within minutes. How about this: you and Youyou move to my place starting today. I'll care for her at home for a few days and monitor her. If it persists, I'll take her abroad for treatment."

"Xiaolong, thank you for your effort," Zhu Feiyan nodded gratefully.

"No thanks needed—Youyou's my daughter now, right, Sister Yan?" Li Long teased, grabbing her hand and rubbing it, gazing at her jade face.

"Hmm!" Shy under his touch and words, Zhu Feiyan's heart raced. Unable to bear his stare, she pulled her hand back nervously. "Xiaolong, it's past noon, and you haven't eaten. I'll cook. After lunch, we'll move to your place!" Blushing, she fled to the kitchen.

"Daddy, what's with Mommy?" Youyou, awake after an hour's nap, noticed her mother's odd behavior. Confused, she asked with a cute, puzzled look.

"Hehe, little baby, you're up. Mommy just realized we haven't eaten, so she felt bad." Li Long lifted Youyou to sit on his lap, gently combing her messy hair and speaking softly.

"I'm so hungry!" At the mention of food, Youyou's stomach growled. Rubbing it, she leaned into her father's warm embrace, saying weakly. Then, as if struck by a thought, she licked her lips.

"Baby, hang in there—Mommy's cooking soon. For now, watch *Tom and Jerry* with Daddy—your favorite! I got the latest one for you. Happy?" Kissing her rosy cheek, Li Long cooed.

"Wow, Daddy, you're the best! Play it, I wanna watch!" Her cute face lit up with excitement.

"Okay, Daddy'll play it. Sit here first while I put the disc in, alright?" he said gently, setting her down.

"No, don't leave me, Daddy!" Her pitiful expression returned, tears welling as she clung to him.

"Alright, Daddy's got you." Resigned, Li Long had her wrap her arms around his neck. Lifting her round little buttocks, he carried her to the disc player, inserted the CD, and held her like a koala clinging to its mother.

Back on the sofa, he settled her against his chest. As Youyou watched the cartoon engrossed, Li Long wiped sweat from his brow. But her excitement grew—each time the mouse outwitted the cat, she bounced in his lap, reigniting his sweat despite his efforts to stay calm.