"Why did you go up and fight for someone?"

Hearing this question, Lin Feng visibly faltered. Faced with Cao Ying's earnest gaze, he found himself at a loss for words...

He didn't want to lie to Cao Ying, nor did he want to tell her plainly that he was on a secret mission... A refusal like that would be worse than saying nothing at all!

Just as Lin Feng was trying to figure out how to evade Cao Ying's question, she suddenly smiled understandingly. "Silly, if it's not convenient to talk about it, then don't. I won't blame you... Why make things so hard on yourself?"

In fact, Cao Ying's father, Cao Tiannan, had faced such dilemmas far more often. Whenever Cao Ying asked questions related to the secrets of his work, Cao Tiannan would look at her, troubled, his expression mirroring Lin Feng's current unease... Therefore, Cao Ying could understand Lin Feng's current feelings and didn't press him further...

Lin Feng sighed inwardly. She's the model of a virtuous wife and good mother! Seeing Cao Ying so kind, intelligent, and considerate of others, she truly is the most suitable candidate for a wife...

Lin Feng and Cao Ying were engrossed in their lively conversation, completely ignoring Li Liping, who sat to one side...

Li Liping sipped her lemonade, glaring resentfully at Lin Feng and Cao Ying. She was utterly exasperated. Was she that unappealing? That Lin Feng character was chatting so happily with her cousin but hadn't said a single nice thing to her. It was outrageous! She was, after all, the number one campus beauty of Jiangzhou University... In the campus forum's beauty contest threads, her cousin even ranked lower than her!

Li Liping wasn't being narcissistic. In truth, among the male customers in the buffet restaurant, more eyes were indeed stealing glances at her than at Cao Ying. For one thing, Li Liping's attire was more vibrant and eye-catching. For another, Cao Ying had Lin Feng sitting beside her, while Li Liping sat alone opposite them. It was obvious to the men which target was more approachable for an attempt to 'conquer'...

Soon, Li Liping attracted the first annoying pest...

"Hi, Miss. It's getting a bit crowded. May I sit next to you?" A handsome young man, looking to be in his late twenties and standing at least six feet tall, dressed in a sharp suit and carrying a tray, approached Li Liping politely and asked with a smile.

Lin Feng glanced at the newcomer with a touch of disdain. This fellow puts on a decent act, but he can't control his eyes... Lin Feng had a clear view: while the young man spoke to Li Liping, his flirtatious eyes, aided by his height advantage, were secretly glancing at Li Liping's somewhat open collar...

Li Liping was dressed rather daringly. Her top was a somewhat loose silk T-shirt with a neckline that wasn't particularly high. From a downward angle, one could likely catch a glimpse of her not-so-shallow, fair cleavage...

In that brief moment, Lin Feng knew this young man was no good. A flicker of anger rose within him. Daring to try and take advantage of Li Liping right in front of me? Are you tired of living? Although Lin Feng didn't consider Li Liping his woman, she was, at the very least, sitting at the same table. Furthermore, Li Liping was his senior from university and a colleague in the student council. With so many connections, how could Lin Feng stand by and watch someone take advantage of her?!

Of course, the most fundamental reason was that Lin Feng himself hadn't managed to 'take advantage' of Li Liping in any way, so how could he tolerate another man ogling her right in front of him!

"There are no seats at this table. Go away," Lin Feng stared at the young man and said coldly.

Seeing Lin Feng's reaction, Li Liping was somewhat surprised. She hadn't yet noticed the young man's leering gaze and was still thinking, This guy is quite handsome. Why is Lin Feng berating him so coldly? Hmm, he must be jealous... Lin Feng is jealous! Li Liping's heart fluttered as the thought struck her.

For some reason, Li Liping suddenly felt a thrill of anticipation, eagerly looking forward to seeing Lin Feng get into a jealous dispute with another man over her...

"Hey, buddy, no need to be so unwelcoming! We're all guests at Longyue Building. Let's get acquainted, make a friend!" The handsome young man greeted Lin Feng cheerfully, extending his hand. "My name is Wei Liang, currently the general manager of Hengliang Group in Jiangzhou City. A pleasure to meet you! And you are...?"

Hearing Wei Liang's introduction, Cao Ying glanced at him with curiosity. She had heard Cao Tiannan mention the Hengliang Group. With assets exceeding ten billion, it was one of Jiangzhou City's renowned star enterprises. For Wei Liang to become its general manager before thirty, he was either exceptionally capable or had a formidable background... Of course, the latter was more likely. Cao Ying vaguely recalled that the chairman of Hengliang Group was also surnamed Wei...

Lin Feng, however, had never heard of any Hengliang Group. Even if he had, he wouldn't have given Wei Liang a second thought. Lin Feng didn't care about anyone's status if he disliked them. It wouldn't matter if Wei Liang were the general manager of a star enterprise in Jiangzhou City or even the chairman of one of China's top ten state-owned enterprises; Lin Feng wouldn't bat an eye.

Completely ignoring the outstretched hand, Lin Feng glanced around, pointed to an empty table nearby, and said to Wei Liang with indifference, "Is there something wrong with your eyes? Can't you see that table over there is empty? Saying seats are scarce? What a joke. See it now? Go sit there. No need to thank me; I don't have many virtues, but I do enjoy helping people!"

Wei Liang, who believed he had been perfectly courteous, felt his face stiffen. He never imagined Lin Feng would be so utterly disrespectful, not even deigning to look at him.

Wei Liang, conscious of his own standing, suppressed his rising anger. He narrowed his eyes, fixed his gaze on Lin Feng, and sneered, "You've got quite a temper, don't you? But don't forget, this is the Longyue Building. You should know there's always someone better out there, and a heaven beyond heaven. No matter how impressive you are outside, it's best to be a little more low-key in a place like this!"

This guy actually understands 'there's always someone better, and a heaven beyond heaven'?! Lin Feng was genuinely a little surprised. It seems this fellow isn't entirely foolish, just has an overinflated ego, truly seeing himself as that 'someone better'... When it comes to distinguished status, which of the three of us at this table is inferior to you?!

Lin Feng sighed helplessly, looked up at Wei Liang, and said gravely, "Since you understand that principle, why don't you hurry up and scram?"

"Damn..." Wei Liang was momentarily stunned and couldn't help but swear. He never expected Lin Feng to be even more arrogant than him.

"Kid, I'm telling you, I've taken a liking to this very seat! I'd like to see what you can do about it!" Wei Liang, his anger flaring, finally couldn't stop himself from roaring at Lin Feng.

Cao Ying and Li Liping had remained silent throughout, but their expressions differed. Cao Ying paid Wei Liang no mind, while Li Liping was secretly snickering, thoroughly enjoying the unfolding drama...

"Why don't you try sitting down?" Lin Feng suddenly flashed a very peculiar smile at Wei Liang and said.

"I'll sit if I want to! You think I'm afraid of you..." Wei Liang glared at Lin Feng and, as if to provoke him, sat down on the chair beside Li Liping. But before he could finish his sentence, his entire body suddenly pitched forward with a CRASH, and he fell to the ground.

It turned out that the chair Wei Liang had just sat on had, inexplicably, completely fallen apart...

[Thank you to "Xiao Fanyou" and "Yi Shuihan" for your generous tips! I've written one chapter for now; there will be two more around 9:00 p.m. Don't miss them, everyone!]

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