Chapter 499 - A Hidden Lord (1/2)

While Linfeng was leading the way with Mr. Finch, his eyes were talking to Xiong Zhi.

Linfeng: I'll be just quick.

Xiong Zhi subtly smiled at him. Her eyes gave a reply.

Xiong Zhi: I understand. Go, seal the deal.

Linfeng smiled at her. He appreciated her cheering for him. But then he remembered the bug.

Even that bug flew away, who knows when 'it' would return?

Linfeng gave her one meaningful glance: Stay away from that bug. His virus is contagious.

Xiong Zhi did not understand that last glance. But she still nodded with a smile.

Xiong Zhi: I will take care. Remember, no talking to ladies alone. Good luck.

Linfeng gave her a subtle wink before he turned to the corner.

Linfeng: See you later, my love.

Xiong Zhi chuckled. She covered her smiling lips.

Ah, people would wonder if they saw her smiling alone like a fool.

Xiong Zhi took a glass of wine from the server. Her lips still contained a smile.

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Linfeng went to a more secluded place with Mr. Finch. His smile was more sincere this time after having those sweet exchanges of glances with his Zhi'er.

Mr. Finch just ignored the sweet exchanged of the two. He would just pretend he was blind. After all, it wasn't his business to ask the young man about his woman, even they were interesting to watch.

On the way, many people came forward to greet and congratulate the young man, some also hinting their intentions for cooperation.

Linfeng politely greeted them back and retreated with ease. He was with Mr. Finch, and he would not let this big fish go for other fishes.

Inside an open lounge with fewer people, the pair took a seat.

Mr. Finch sipped from his wine cup elegantly. Finally, the two were alone.

Linfeng smiled politely at the older man, ”Sorry for making you wait.”

”No offense taken. You are the protagonist of this night, naturally, people will come to greet you. I am pleased that you gave me some of your time tonight.”

”Mr. Finch is surely modest. How can I not accept your invitation? VIKINGS has a great reputation and influence. Jumping onto your boat is an opportunity one must not let go.”

Mr. Finch smiled at Linfeng's compliment.

Who did not want to be complimented by a capable young King?

”Mr. Linfeng has good eyes. I have heard about you. It's amazing how you, from a butler family, managed to stand up against one of the legendary families in Asia. This feat is already amazing enough. And not to mention, you're already managing SC from a young age with your own earned funds. Who will not want a capable person in their team?”

Linfeng's smile faltered. But he recovered quickly. His eyes turned sharper as he looked at the old man.

Mr. Finch had clearly investigated his background, from his life as a butler, the dissolution of the treaty with the Xiong family, and to the growth of SC Company. Apparently, Mr. Finch attended this event knowing that he, Zhou Linfeng, would be introduced.

Linfeng: …This person's means and resources are deep.

He quietly raised his guard up against Mr. Finch.

For this exemplary person to especially come out of his way and investigate him, he must have a purpose in mind.

But what for?

It could be that this person was truly interested in ZD World and was serious about getting the person behind this project on his side.

There was also a doubt that perhaps, the man had unhealthy interior motives.

Reality had long proved that any pie falling from the sky had a reason why it landed onto one's head.

Not showing anything on his face, Linfeng smiled again.

”Mr. Finch's resources are far and wide. With my current achievements, I'm nothing worth mentioning compared to you.”

Mr. Finch's eyes curved up.

”That's not true. When I was your age, I'm not half as capable as you. I'm pretty sure, when you reach my age, you'll probably have the world in your hands.”

Linfeng shook his head.

There was no way of knowing how the future would go. However, he would do his utmost to ensure that no one would be able to destroy it for him, and for her.

”Mr. Finch thinks too highly of me. I am honored.”

A group of people passed by and looked at them.