Chapter 29 - The Financial Genius Ouyang Feng (1/2)

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Ouyang Feng thought he had underestimated this young girl. She could remain calm even with the piercing look in his eyes. “Little girl, I can see from your dressing that you are from a well-to-do family. This is not a place you should be. Please leave!” he said.

Wen Xinya could sense that Ouyang Feng was avoiding direct eye contact. “Ouyang Feng, would you believe me if I said I came here especially for you?” she said with a serious expression as if she truly meant it.

There was a glimpse of hope in Ouyang Feng’s eyes. “You came for me? Why?”

It was hard for Ouyang Feng not to believe her. She had just called out his name and seemed to know about his identity. Could there be such a coincidence in the world? However, he felt that she was just too young and innocent for him to believe that.

Wen Xinya replied firmly, “That’s because you are a financial genius.”

“You want me to work for you?” Ouyang Feng squinted his eyes and carefully looked at this young lady again. She remained calm and quiet, with great sincerity in her eyes. She had a sense of serenity in her that was different from the other daughters from wealthy families.

“Yes, I have such intention in mind, but I will respect your decision,” she responded with composure, showing she would not force him to do anything against his will.

Ouyang Feng was hesitant. He was wondering if he should place his bets on an underage teenage girl. On the other hand, he knew he had to repay his debts as fast as possible. Otherwise, the sum of money he owed would grow exponentially with compounded interests.

Wen Xinya noticed his hesitation. She said with a smile, “If you agree to work for me, I will clear all your debts. What do you think?”

Wen Xinya’s words had hit the nail. This was exactly what he needed. But he couldn’t accept the thought of having to work for an underage teenage girl. He looked at her innocently youthful face and sarcastically asked, “How old are you? Fifteen or Sixteen?”

Wen Xinya realized what was holding him back. She slowly stood up and looked at him from her height. “Ouyang Feng, listen well. I am 15-years-old this year,” she said.

With her eyebrows slightly raised and looking at him from the top, she displayed a sense of authority. Ouyang Feng saw a matured and rational soul from her eyes. He instantly knew that he shouldn’t judge this young lady by her age.

Noticing he was a little off guard now, Wen Xinya added, “Ouyang Feng, rest assured that I am only interested in your talent in investment. I will not get you involved in any illegal activities.”

This was indeed what Ouyang Feng was worried about. After hearing her assurance, he couldn’t find any other reasons to reject her. He took a deep breath and replied, “Young lady, are you aware that I am a jailbird? I just came out from prison and am currently on probation.”

There were sorrow and pain from life experiences in Wen Xinya’s eyes. She looked at him coldly and said, “What does it matter?”

Ouyang Feng was touched. Since his release from prison, she was the first person who did not despise him after hearing his unglamorous story. “Are you worried that since I have a bad record, I might give you endless troubles or might even betray you?” he asked.

Wen Xinya replied plainly, “What I see in you is your capabilities. If I have decided to work with you, I will have to accept everything about you, including the troubles you mentioned. With regards to betrayal, I can only say that it is me who has to manage and control you. It’s not something you should worry about.”

Ouyang Feng looked at this young lady with amazement. From her expression, she communicated such confidence, elegance, and authority. Though she was only 15-years-old, from her words he could sense that she was someone with intelligence and courage surpassing those around her age, with an extraordinary character. He found no reason not to agree.

“Okay, I agree!”