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"Yes," Lin Feng said, not surprised that Chen Sheng knew about the exhibition. Although Lin Feng did not know who Liu Lao was and had never interacted with him, he understood that anyone who could earn such praise from the Jade Association was not an ordinary person. Since Liu Lao was not an ordinary person, it was no surprise that someone like Chen Sheng, an industry insider, would know about the exhibition.
"Oh, that's great. I'll take you there tomorrow night, and then I'll come back," Chen Sheng confirmed Lin Feng's attendance at the exhibition, a hint of envy on his face. After thinking for a moment, he spoke again.
Lin Feng might not be aware of Liu Lao's reputation in the Jade Industry, but how could Chen Sheng not know? Being invited to the Jade Exhibition hosted by Liu Lao was an honor, a symbol of one's status in the Jade Industry. This was why Chen Sheng felt envious; he had been in the Jade Industry for over twenty years, yet Liu Lao had not invited him.
However, Chen Sheng understood that it wasn't entirely Liu Lao's fault. After all, people like Chen Sheng were everywhere in the Jade Industry. If Liu Lao had to accommodate everyone, the exhibition would lose its significance.
"Hehe... Uncle Chen really knows how to joke. In the Jade Industry, you're the one I know and trust the most. I came here today to see you and also to find a place to stay. Moreover, I wanted to invite you to join me at this exhibition. You know I'm just a rookie in the Jade Industry; having you with me will prevent me from making a fool of myself," Lin Feng said. He could see the envy in Chen Sheng's eyes, which made him realize that perhaps Liu Lao was indeed someone significant. But how could he attend this exhibition alone? He could only gamble on stones; when it came to experience and knowledge about jade, Lin Feng knew that Chen Sheng definitely knew much more than he did.
"Oh, Lin Feng, you want me to go with you?" Hearing Lin Feng's words, Chen Sheng couldn't hide his surprise and confirmed.
"Is there any doubt about that?" Seeing Chen Sheng's excitement, Lin Feng knew he had made the right choice in asking him to accompany him to the Jade Exhibition. It would make Chen Sheng happy and ensure that he wouldn't be completely clueless and ridiculed.
"That's wonderful! I'll arrange for you to stay first, and when it's time, I'll go with you. Lin Feng, thank you so much! To be honest, I've worked hard my whole life and only now am I benefiting from your kindness by being able to attend such a prestigious Jade Exhibition," Chen Sheng said excitedly upon receiving Lin Feng's confirmation.
Although Lin Feng noticed how eager Chen Sheng was to attend Liu Lao's Jade Exhibition, he hadn't expected Chen Sheng to be this thrilled.
However, the more excited Chen Sheng became, the happier Lin Feng felt; this could be seen as a way of repaying Chen Sheng for his guidance.
Afterward, some customers came looking for Chen Sheng, so Lin Feng didn't need him to accompany him and wandered around the store on his own.
While walking through the store, Lin Feng's phone rang. His phone had been buzzing non-stop these past few days; many people were trying to reach him.
"Hello..." Lin Feng answered the phone.
"Feng Shao, my sister is gone." The caller was Song Xin. As soon as his sister Song Qi left, he hurried to call Lin Feng to report it. Lin Feng had said that he should notify him as soon as his sister left, and Song Xin didn't dare to neglect Lin Feng's words.
"Oh, did she ask anything?" Lin Feng inquired.
"Feng Shao, she did ask, but I answered her according to what you said. She seemed to doubt what I was saying, but in the end, she couldn't get anything more out of me and just left," Song Xin replied honestly.
"Oh, how do you know she doubted you?" Lin Feng asked. He knew that Song Qi would definitely have some suspicions, but he wanted to know how exactly she doubted Song Xin.
"Feng Shao, if I tell you this, can you promise not to laugh at me?" Song Xin suddenly said this, clearly feeling embarrassed about revealing what Lin Feng wanted to know.
"Why are you being so dramatic? I won't laugh at you." After hearing Song Xin's words, Lin Feng found it amusing but didn't have any kind words for him and scolded him instead.
"She said I'm not the kind of man who would risk my life to save her, even if I am her half-brother." Seeing that Lin Feng's tone wasn't good and might be angry, Song Xin quickly added.
Upon hearing this, Lin Feng understood why Song Xin was worried about being laughed at; being doubted by his own sister in such a way was indeed somewhat embarrassing.
"Well, what else did she say?" Although he felt a bit sorry for Song Xin, Lin Feng didn't have time to comfort him and asked instead.
"Also, she said that the injuries on her body couldn't be healed so quickly by Song Wu or Song Liu, so she claimed that someone else saved her," Song Xin answered.
"Oh, that's quite clever. Did you guys slip up at all?" Lin Feng felt a bit worried that this useless guy might reveal something and asked.
"Feng Shao, don't worry. Although I'm not capable, I will do my best with what you've instructed. No matter what she said, I insisted that we saved her ourselves. As for everything else, I didn't say anything. In the end, she probably felt like she couldn't get anything more out of me and left," Song Xin said.
"Well, you did well. Let's leave it at that." Lin Feng was quite satisfied with Song Xin's actions. He didn't need Song Xin to be particularly clever; he just needed him to be obedient. The smarter a person was, the harder they were to control, and Lin Feng understood this principle.
"Um... Feng Shao, there's a question I'm not sure if I should ask?" Song Xin clearly had something to ask Lin Feng but was afraid that Lin Feng would blame him for being too nosy. He couldn't help but mimic what his subordinates used to say to him and addressed Lin Feng.
"When did you become so hesitant? Don't waste my time; just ask." Lin Feng found it amusing how obedient Song Xin was. Even asking him a question made him seem overly cautious, almost like a servant trying to be careful.
"Um, it's just that, Feng Shao, why don't you let my sister know that it was you who saved her?" Seeing Lin Feng's anger, but knowing he hadn't forbidden him from asking questions, Song Xin quickly inquired.
"You don't understand your sister at all. Just leave this matter alone." Lin Feng realized that this was the question Song Xin was asking, but he wouldn't tell him the answer. Some things Song Xin didn't need to know; at least, that's what Lin Feng believed.
After saying that, Lin Feng hung up the phone.
Why Lin Feng didn't want Song Qi to know it was him who saved her was something even he didn't have a clear answer for. However, one thing he did know was that his actions were largely due to his understanding of Song Qi—more specifically, her stubborn nature.
Song Qi was definitely a woman who would not give up until she achieved her goals. Because of this, Lin Feng wanted her to continue pursuing what she wanted without any burdens on her mind.
Sometimes Lin Feng felt conflicted because he could have taken this opportunity to keep Song Qi by his side. With her abilities, she could handle many things for him. But he chose not to do so. As for why, Lin Feng knew he would get the answer when he met Song Qi next time.
Lin Feng was also well aware that he and Song Qi would meet again.
After hanging up the phone, Lin Feng returned to the shop. He had stepped outside to take Song Xin's call because some matters were better kept private.
"Boss, tea." As soon as he entered, Xiaoyu brought a cup of fragrant tea to Lin Feng, clearly freshly brewed.
"Thank you." Lin Feng felt a bit unaccustomed to being called "Boss" by Xiaoyu, but he still accepted the tea and expressed his gratitude.
Thanking Lin Feng surprised Xiaoyu a bit. Normally, Lin Feng, as the boss, would be the one receiving service, while Xiaoyu, as an employee, should be the one serving him tea. However, Lin Feng thanked Xiaoyu instead.
For a moment, they both stood there, unsure of what to say.
"Ah... The boss is really young. Look at me, I forgot to ask you to sit down. Please, have a seat." After recovering from her surprise, Xiaoyu, being someone who worked at the front desk and had experience in easing awkward situations, quickly invited Lin Feng to sit in the boss's chair. This chair originally belonged to Chen Sheng, but now that Lin Feng was here, it was only natural for him to take it. Chen Sheng had informed Xiaoyu about this while Lin Feng was outside making a phone call. Of course, Chen Sheng also told Xiaoyu that Lin Feng was the real owner of the shop.
"Ah..." Lin Feng didn't have as much experience in diffusing awkwardness as Xiaoyu did; he could only smile and sit in the chair. He didn't think much of it.
"Xiaoyu, business has been good lately, right?" Sitting in the boss's chair, Lin Feng played the role of a boss and asked Xiaoyu.
"The business is quite good. Uncle Chen knows more about the specifics. Hehe... I'm just here assisting Uncle Chen," Xiaoyu replied with a smile. Her response made it clear that if Lin Feng wanted to know more details, he should ask Chen Sheng since she wasn't very informed.
After hearing Xiaoyu's answer, Lin Feng's eyes lit up. Even though she might not know specific figures since she spent all day in the shop, she should still have a general idea of how things were going. Yet she only responded with "pretty good," which allowed her to avoid offending anyone given that she didn't know the relationship between Lin Feng and Chen Sheng. Both of them held significant power over her job.
This was why Lin Feng felt enlightened; some might think Xiaoyu lacked loyalty for not sharing everything she knew with him, but he didn't see it that way. For someone like Song Xin, whom he had firmly under control, all he needed was obedience. However, for someone like Xiaoyu who could help him earn money, he needed her to be clever. Her earlier response proved that Xiaoyu was indeed a smart girl who understood how to navigate interpersonal relationships.
As someone managing his store, this skill was essential.
For a moment, Lin Feng became curious about Xiaoyu's background. This woman was not simple; despite her beauty, Lin Feng was certain she was not just a pretty face.
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