448 Behind the scenes I (1/2)
”Wow, you're really shocked, aren't you?” Examining Mia Chen's aghast expression, Lexi mused. ”Actually, I didn't want to waste even a little energy explaining why you failed.” Lexi paused and took a sip of her tea before she hummed in satisfaction upon its taste.
”But, it was a memorable experience not to share. Right, Miss Chen? I know you're itching to know as well...” Using her middle finger, Lexi gently traced the tea's mouth as the corner of her lips slowly curled upward.
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Weeks ago...
”Okay, let me hear your plan.” As Ethan Lu locked eyes with Morris Liu's pair of cold eyes, a sudden glint flashed across his eyes.
”My plan is to know what she truly wanted and by knowing that, I might need Lexi's participation.” Morris Liu didn't break away his gaze from the pair of Ethan Lu's devil's eyes as it emanated a thirst for chaos every passing second.
”Why?”
”As I've said, I don't know what that woman has in her head but, what I am certain is that she is waiting for a perfect time to strike so, we must give that to her.” Morris Liu languidly leaned forward, placing his arms over his legs. ”A perfect timing where Lexi and I are in the same space and... where Ethan Lu is not around.”
Ethan Lu absorbed his vague plan yet, upon careful consideration, the corner of his lips slightly curled into a smirk.
”Mr. Tang's birthday celebration is near, and you must have heard it. As you know, the Tang Group of Companies has been associated with the Yang's and recently partnered with the Liu Empire.” Stating the obvious, Morris Liu slightly raised his right hand as he explained.
”I see... if you and Lexi would attend the same event, it would be less suspicious since both families are connected to Mr. Tang.” Nodding his head, Ethan Lu understood Morris Liu's rational thinking.
From the past year, Lexi and Morris Liu haven't had their chance encounter. Hence, it would be suspicious if they suddenly meet. Also, it would be more believable if whatever happened in the event would look natural.
So, if they executed their plans on the same day which Mia Chen must have been anticipating as well, they could take advantage of it and turn the tables. Not to mention, it wasn't a secret to everyone whose political party the Lu's were supporting and the Tang's.
Therefore, to avoid further conflicts, Ethan Lu would surely have to reject the invitation and would resort to compensate his friend, Mr. Tang, so as to not strain their relationship. With that, the old man Tang would surely understand Ethan Lu's position.