Chapter 148 - Smile of Sorrow (1/2)

The sea blue ocean was dyed orange by the sunset.

The wind was colder than before.

Xiong Zhi hugged herself as a cool breeze passed by.

A suit jacket dr.a.p.ed over her.

”Do you want a warm tea, young miss?” Linfeng asked who was seated beside her.

There were far away from the capital. This was the place that Linfeng recommended for Xiong Zhi to eased her mind.

She was surprised by the scenery here. It was all sand and ocean. They were nearby hotels in the area. They were shops as well. But all of them were small. It was not crowded so there was privacy whenever she looked at.

It was very simple.

Xiong Zhi had been used to extravagant things. The luxurious mansion, big hotels, extravagant villa, and high-class restaurants.

However, being here and just looking at these shops brought her so much comfort. Like everything in her life was simple. There's no need to scheme or think about her next plan.

She just needs to eat, walk, and enjoy the breeze. Of course, it was not possible to be this relaxing without Linfeng by her side.

They just took a stroll earlier to look at the shops. They took a break and sat in one of the benches near a coconut tree. They were facing the ocean and watching the sunset.

”I drunk many teas today. There's no need.” It's true. She had been running to places to meet and make deal with the investors. She loss count on how many cups of tea she had drunk.

”Besides, you just call me a young miss. Two points for me.” Xiong Zhi said as she seriously collected this point.

Linfeng was stunned then he lightly laughed.

”I forgot we have this bet. It seems like I owe you two days now. Oh-” Linfeng lightly smiled and added,

”But since you called me today and use your point, I only owe you one point now.” He said it teasingly.

”Today is not counted. We did business today.” Xiong Zhi would not make her two points to be deducted today. Besides, if she has to use her point, she would use the whole day, dusk to dawn.

”Then what makes it counted?” Linfeng asked. His voice was very alluring to Xiong Zhi.

Xiong Zhi could not help but move nearer to Linfeng. But she did it very discreetly. Linfeng did not notice it since he was focused on waiting at Xiong Zhi's answer.

”If I use the whole day not for business but for personal gain.” Xiong Zhi answered truthfully.

'Personal gain? What she will gain from being alone with me? This is really ridiculous.'

However, Linfeng found it cute that he unconsciously smiled.

”Alright. I'll look forward to it.”

Xiong Zhi smiled as well.

She kept staring at Linfeng's smile until it slowly curved down and became tight-lipped.

'Ah, the smile is gone.' Xiong Zhi went back to watching the sunset.

Linfeng sighed in relief when the hot eyes leave him. He can't still get used to it.

The breeze passed by and the two were just silent. Silently, admiring the sunset.

Xiong Zhi was really savoring this moment. She had watched romance movies when the two protagonists spend their time watching the sunset. If she had made her bucket list, it would be one in the list and she would happily check it with him.

It was Linfeng who break the silence first.

”I'm really amazed how you made them sign the contract. Those three investors are very known for their meticulous investing. You managed to convince them. Congratulations.”

Xiong Zhi smiled.

”I managed to do it with the help of other people. You can tell to your friend that he could make the ghost projects into the real one if he wants.”

”No need. Since the investors already decided to invest in ArtWorld they would pull out in SC anytime now. They could only choose one boat, IHZHI or SC.”

”I don't think so. San Chin is a sharp man. He would not let go of SC anytime. They might reduce the amount they invest in SC but I'm sure they would try to ride both. They are very meticulous. IHZHI and SC are both a growing company with a lot of potentials. They would not waste this chance even that means they will lose money for years.” Xiong Zhi expressed her opinion.

Linfeng listened and admired Xiong Zhi's analytic capability once more.