The moment he met Ji Bonong's gaze, Lin Jie felt an inexplicable sense of guilt.
Why did he feel like he was the one who defiled someone else's daughter and was about to be condemned?
Logically speaking, he had only obtained a loyal customer by feeding him chicken soup … Cough cough, through psychological counseling, and received a gift that wasn't too expensive …
Alright, it sounded like a swindler's plan. First gain trust, then use various methods to get money. Slowly but surely, until the other party was tired of playing with them, then finally run away with the money.
However, he had actually helped to solve the problem.
Furthermore, since Ji Bonong had personally come over and left peacefully, allowing Ji Zhixu to invite him to work together, it must have been because he had confirmed that Boss Lin was a good person …
— Right?
Lin Jie quickly and carefully recalled the conversation he had with Ji Zhixu, as well as his own words and actions during the process. He was sure that he hadn't spoken rudely to Nuo Jin's biggest dog, and had even expressed a certain degree of respect.
En … He had even said that he would give Ji Bonong a book as a gift the next time he saw him.
This time, he had already brought the gift over in his dream. Because of Ji Bonong's identity as a businessman, he had specially chosen a book on economics, "A Study of the Nature and Causes of National Wealth" — abbreviated as "The Wealth of Nations".
Although from the perspective of Nuo Jin's completely deformed monopolistic business structure, this book didn't seem to have much use. However, it was said that the Xingshu Merchant Guild had found a second underground passage. Perhaps in the future, the monopoly of Luo Er Resources would slowly be broken? Remember this: http://m.9biquge.com
Furthermore, this book was the foundation of economics in another world. It was known as the Bible of Western economics, so there would definitely be parts that could enlighten people.
At the very least, with Ji Bonong's vision, he should be able to find the parts that he needed from it.
Lin Jie felt that his gift was definitely on point. There was a high chance that he would gain a new customer. The awkwardness from before was nothing.
Furthermore, he was a proper guest. He was properly invited to attend the banquet. What was there to feel guilty about?
Moreover, shouldn't Ji Bonong be the one feeling guilty?
This rich dog was indeed scheming. He had been wondering why no one had investigated Miss Ji when she casually came out of the house. There was also no 'take this two million and stop pestering Miss Ji' scenario. As it turned out, her own father had stepped in … and even pretended to be a chauffeur to test her!
He didn't even have the slightest bit of sincerity!
Take the box of food for Xiao Hei as an apology for deceiving me!
Thinking of this, Boss Lin straightened her back instantly. She covered her mouth and coughed twice. Adjusting her facial expression, she raised her head and gave Ji Bonong an awkward but polite smile. She generously raised the wine glass she used to cover herself as a sign of respect.
Ji Bonong, who was standing in the center, was stunned. Then, his expression changed for a moment.
This change was extremely complicated, and it only lasted for less than half a second before it was suppressed, so Lin Jie could barely determine that it contained happiness and …?
Lin Jie was a little surprised. That emotion seemed to be a mix of excitement and agitation, as well as some other emotions that were even harder to understand. It made Ji Bonong's steel-gray eyes light up.
But what was there to be excited about seeing him?
However, Lin Jie's doubts only lasted for a moment because Ji Bonong then acted like a normal banquet host. He smiled calmly and raised the wine glass in his hand to Lin Jie.
It was as if that strange expression was just an illusion.
Lin Jie maintained his smile, put down the wine glass, and shook his head. He thought that it might really have been an illusion … The dignified chairman of Luo Er Resources wouldn't reveal such an unruly expression.
However, this can be considered as' meeting again with a smile '. Presumably, my cooperation with Luo Er Resources will be much smoother in the future …
Lin Jie thought to himself. Seeing that Ji Bonong had already left, he turned around and prepared to continue chatting with the two potential clients he had just met.
However, just as he turned around, he saw the two people standing there with strange expressions on their faces.
"What's wrong?"
Lin Jie walked over and waved his hand in front of their eyes. "Chairman Ji's appearance was so cool. Were you shocked?"
Fei Qi was the first to come back to his senses. He hurriedly shook his head and directly asked how Lin Jie knew that they would use lightning as an excuse before the experts announced it. He couldn't do such a thing. He smiled awkwardly. "Nothing. I was just thinking, uh, since it's Miss Ji's birthday banquet, the first dance at the banquet's opening will definitely be her. I don't know if she'll bring her own dance partner or choose one of the guests …"
Emmmm … Lin Jie rubbed his chin. This was indeed a problem.
He didn't know why, but he suddenly had an ominous premonition. What was going on?
Beside him, Yeda looked hesitant. She wanted to say something but stopped.
Lin Jie saw that she kept glancing at him. He couldn't help but ask first, "Miss Yeda, is there something you want to talk to me about? It's okay. If there's anything you want to ask, just tell me. "
Yeda looked around and then leaned closer. She whispered, "Do you know Mr. Ji? I mean, it's not the kind of casual acquaintance that people like us have. Nor is it a business partnership. You seem to have a personal relationship with the chairman of Rohr Resources? "
She lowered her voice even more. "Just now … I seemed to see you raising your glass with Mr. Ji Bonong. And from your name, you also seem to be from the North?"
Yeda originally thought that the "reverse lightning" was shocking enough. She didn't expect to see Lin Jie raise his glass in a certain direction just a minute later.
She looked in that direction and saw the image of Ji Bonong smiling in return. Her heart, which had yet to calm down, was shaken again.
That definitely wasn't a polite return. With Ji Bonong's status, he wouldn't simply return a toast to anyone.
Whether it was arrogance or conceit, Ji Bonong definitely had the right to do so. Moreover, he really did so.
Unless he took the initiative to talk to someone, even if it was someone sent from the Central District, he might lose face because of him.
There were probably only a few people who were qualified for him to return a toast … and this Lin Jie in front of her had actually done it.
Yeda's speculation went one step further. This Mr. Lin must have an extraordinary identity. And if he was familiar with Ji Bonong, it would explain to a certain extent how he could know the content of the expert's words before Ji Bonong spoke …
Lin Jie was speechless. He didn't know how to explain the automatic translation problem between the two languages. "Although the format of the names is the same, I'm not from the North. I don't have much to do with Mr. Ji …"
"If you insist, I actually know Eldest Miss Ji."
Yeda and Fei Qi were stunned. "Miss Ji?"
Lin Jie nodded. "Miss Ji is a customer of my bookstore. Oh, actually, our relationship is quite ordinary. I've sold her a few books and helped her solve some problems. She's just a normal customer. At most, she's … a trustworthy friend. My invitation was also from her."
Yeda's expression suddenly became strange. "A normal friend?"
Lin Jie nodded. "Yes …"
"Mr. Lin, so you're here. I've been looking for you for a while."
A female voice came from behind. Lin Jie turned around and saw a beautiful woman in a black evening gown with a red rose pinned to her chest. Her iron-gray eyes were full of radiance. Her slender white thighs were faintly discernible under the hem of her gown. Her slender hand brushed aside the short hair by her ear, revealing a red diamond-shaped earring.
The surrounding crowd had unknowingly parted to look at the true protagonist of this banquet.
Her face was filled with apprehension and anticipation. She took a deep breath and extended her hand to Lin Jie. "Mr. Lin, may I invite you for the first dance?"
"…"
Lin Jie raised his eyebrows. He looked at the exceptionally slender hand wrapped in a long black glove and felt the various gazes of the surrounding guests.
Although the location and atmosphere were completely different, he unexpectedly felt the same as when he first met her.
At that time, Ji Zhixu, who had walked into the bookstore in a sorry state like a drowned rat, seemed to be wearing a similar black evening gown … He wondered, now that things were different, how would she feel in her dazzling heart?
Lin Jie held that hand and smiled helplessly. "Of course."
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