Chapter 91 - Having too much fun (1/2)
All day, young people had been gifting him herbal teas and supplements. He had expected more from the next head of the Yang family and his fiance, but they gifted him ginseng too. Lena just smiled and signal James to bring in the next item. This time he strolled in with something else.
”This is a porcelain vase from the Han dynasty.”
Elder Zhao immediately recognized the porcelain vase. It was something he wanted from a friend, but that friend denied to sell the vase regardless of how high he offered.
”How did you obtain this vase? As I recall, that vase was in the possession of Lin Hao.”
”I got it from General Lin from a business transaction.”
”Tsk… that old general would offer that for business?” Elder Zhao did not believe it one bit.
Lena smiled. ”I am just new in the business. I can never offer anything to please the General himself, however, I cannot say the same to his wife.”
”HAHAHA…. Old woman, look at her. Don't you think she is smart?” Elder Zhao looked over to chat with his wife.
”Only a smart woman can survive in the business world.” She calmly spoke. ”Is Miss. Shen engaged?”
Lena stopped smiling but kept her head down. 'Dammit. Was I having too much fun…'
Lena could see that Madam Yang was also being overly attentive on the conversation now. If Lena said that she was not, then it would open an opportunity for Old Madam Zhao to hook her up with one of her grandsons. And if she said yes, that was obviously a lie.
”My great Aunt has one set up for me already.” Lena casually replied.
”I see…”
Lena bowed again and left. She could see that her reply was the correct one. Madam Yang herself was quite pleased with that answer.
Lena did not directly say that she was or was not engaged, she only implied that there was already a man in mind that her family planned for.
She walked out to go and join Henry and Elizabeth. A few more people showcased their gifts. After the presents, there was food. Lena forced Henry to join her at the Yang table for lunch. He wanted to refuse but Lena said she needed him... For the greater good. So for lunch, Henry and Elizabeth joined the Yang family table.
Lena sat next to Eva. While everyone was chatting so cheerfully, Lena was able to slip something into Eva's drink.
Lena would have wanted to eat more, but there were eyes everywhere. She also had to be on her best behavior with everyone.
She guessed that one thing she hated about parties was that you had to put on a fake perfect face every time. But she has gotten used to it… you can say that she is an expert at masking emotions at these kinds of events now.
The party still had a lot more to do, but Lena was ready to leave. She knew Madam Yang will be staying over at the party until late… if she wanted to execute her plan, it would be tonight. She was just waiting until her drugs started working.
A few minutes later, when everyone was dancing and listening to music, Eva walked out to use the bathroom. Lena excused herself and follow her out. Lena stood in the hallway and waited for Eva to get out.
When she got out, she was stumbling. Lena quickly went to save the damsel in distress.
”Eva? Are you feeling alright?” Lena help hooked Eva's arm and walked her to a bench a chair.
”I am feeling nauseous.”
”It might have been something you ate. Should I take you home?” Lena offered.
”But Andy..”
”Andy needs to stay here. It would be bad if someone as important as he leaves the party. You stay here, I will go tell Andy that you don't feel and I am taking you home first.”
”Ok.”
”I'll make sure to tell him to come as fast as he can get out of the party.”
Lena quickly walked back to the main area. She texted James that the plan was going well and to get the car ready. She found Andy talking with the other two kings, Kris and Ming.
”Excuse me, gentlemen, may I borrow Andy for a moment?” Lena smiled at the men.