C108 Stunning!!

"So, we're dealing with a different power?" Zhang Chen's eyes widened as he asked, a note of confusion in his voice.

The uneasy feeling in his heart was intensifying.

Loong San gave a nod. "Unless something unexpected occurs, that seems to be the case."

Zhang Chen's brow furrowed, his mind a whirl of confusion.

Who had the Lin family crossed?

The Shenyin group was a given; they had taken Lin Zhiqing, but their sights were set on the Lin family.

Yet, it appeared that Chair Bai was after Lin Zhiqing herself.

After much thought, Zhang Chen could only let out a sigh, unable to come up with any leads.

Soon, the car pulled up to the entrance of the Hongtai Hotel.

As he stepped out, Zhang Chen noticed several trucks driving away, loaded with boxes.

Once Loong San had departed, Zhang Chen made his way into the hotel.

He looked up to see that the hotel had been sectioned off. The farthest row of private rooms and dining tables had been cordoned off.

The rooms there looked freshly renovated. The dining experience for the other guests hadn't been affected by the changes.

Zhang Chen cracked a smile and walked over, driven by curiosity.

Beyond the barrier, he got a clear view of the new decor.

The entire aesthetic of the room had shifted to a sleek black and white theme.

Wallpaper, carpet, furniture, and even the lighting fixtures had been completely replaced!

It was evident that the decor was tailored to his generation's style!

At first glance, he was impressed by the renovation's sophistication.

Yet, upon closer inspection, he could sense the youthful vibe permeating the space.

Zhang Chen's eyes swept over the room, thoroughly pleased.

He hadn't anticipated Han Qiqi's knack for design.

A surge of excitement bubbled up in Zhang Chen. The project suddenly seemed incredibly promising.

He scanned the area but didn't spot Han Qiqi.

Had she left?

Shaking his head, Zhang Chen proceeded to the office.

Pushing the door open, he was greeted by a mass of green fur strewn across the table.

On closer inspection, he realized it was Han Qiqi, sprawled out on the surface.

The noise of the door startled her awake.

She raised her head, clearly annoyed, and demanded, "Where have you been? Why are you only getting back now?"

Zhang Chen responded with a cheerful grin, "I had some things to take care of. You've done an impressive job. The decor is fantastic, and the turnaround time was incredibly quick."

The renovation was finished before the day had even begun!

Han Qiqi stretched languidly, brimming with pride.

Soon after, she flashed a smug smile. "Do I seem like the type to exaggerate?"

"What do you think? Are you interested in going through with this partnership?"

Zhang Chen felt a pull of interest.

The renovation had given him a glimpse of the potential future.

Pretending to be her boyfriend shouldn't be too hard.

After a brief contemplation, Zhang Chen responded with enthusiasm. "I'm in!"

Han Qiqi let out a deep sigh of relief, her face lighting up with joy. "That's settled then. My efforts haven't been in vain!"

"To prove my commitment, I can oversee a complete upgrade of the hotel tonight. You'll just need to pause business operations."

Zhang Chen's eyebrows shot up, surprised by Han Qiqi's decisiveness.

"Sure. That's fine by me."

Once they had sealed the deal, Han Qiqi made a few calls to set things in motion.

In no time at all, the hotel began winding down, and the staff were sent home early.

With the departure of the last guest, Han Qiqi didn't waste a moment and had her team start on the work.

The blueprints were ready; there was nothing to fret over.

Han Qiqi grinned and gave Zhang Chen's shoulder a proud tap. "See? I'm as sincere as they come, right?"

Zhang Chen winced.

Perplexed, Han Qiqi inquired, "What's the matter?"

Zhang Chen gestured dismissively. "Nothing. You're definitely sincere. Rest assured, I'll be there whenever you need me. Just say the word."

He believed in reciprocating kindness with kindness.

With that, Han Qiqi was completely at ease.

They had worked until the sky turned pitch black.

Han Qiqi answered a phone call and stepped away.

Meanwhile, the hotel buzzed with the sounds of renovation. With nothing else to do, Zhang Chen stood up and left.

He had barely reached the entrance when his phone began to ring.

He checked the caller ID to find Lin Zhiqing on the other end.

Zhang Chen paused, a look of confusion crossing his face.

Why was she calling again?

He answered the call and heard Lin Zhiqing's voice ask, "Where are you?"

Zhang Chen replied, slightly embarrassed, "I'm out and about."

"Alone?" Lin Zhiqing inquired once more, her voice tinged with an odd inflection.

Zhang Chen, puzzled, replied, "Yes. Is something the matter?"

After a pause, Lin Zhiqing's voice came through, "Where are you? I'll come to you."

Zhang Chen was momentarily taken aback by her words.

Nevertheless, he eventually shared his location with her.

Ten minutes later, a Volkswagen pulled up smoothly in front of Zhang Chen.

He got into the car, and Lin Zhiqing started the engine, her voice laced with complexity, "How's your injury?"

Zhang Chen responded cheerfully, "All good. The pain's gone. A few days of rest and I'll be back to normal."

Lin Zhiqing nodded, seemingly on the verge of speaking, then hesitated.

Zhang Chen sensed her reluctance and encouraged with a grin, "Go ahead, whatever it is, just tell me."

He was uncertain about his feelings for Lin Zhiqing and whether there was any emotional connection between them.

It appeared their sole link was the dying wish of his master.

After a long internal struggle, Lin Zhiqing finally spoke up, "I need a favor from you."

A favor?

Zhang Chen, still puzzled, asked, "What is it?"

Lin Zhiqing took a moment before revealing, "I'm going to a class reunion and I'd like you to join me."

Her request made Zhang Chen's heart race with sudden anxiety.

A peculiar sensation swiftly surfaced within him!

Previously, Lin Zhiqing would never have considered bringing Zhang Chen to any social function.

But now, she was actually seeking his company?

Lin Zhiqing was equally conflicted.

The reunion would be filled with admirers of hers.

She wanted Zhang Chen by her side, though she couldn't pinpoint the reason.

Quickly regaining his composure, Zhang Chen said with a smile, "As long as you don't mind me potentially embarrassing you, I'm happy to help."

Lin Zhiqing, biting her lip gently, gave a nod.

Her demeanor was a stark contrast to her formerly detached manner.

Soon after, Lin Zhiqing pulled up to the entrance of the Green Hotel.

A line of high-end cars adorned the hotel's front, with a pink Ferrari standing out conspicuously.

After stepping out of the car, Zhang Chen accompanied Lin Zhiqing as they made their way inside.

As they entered, Lin Zhiqing briefed him on the situation.

It was only then that Zhang Chen realized the banquet had already started; Lin Zhiqing was merely late because she had gone to pick him up.

Led by a waiter, they approached the door of an opulent private room.

Zhang Chen couldn't explain why, but a wave of nervousness began to wash over him.

Yet, before they could step into the room, he felt his arm gently taken by hers.

Turning to look, he noticed a faint blush coloring Lin Zhiqing's cheeks.