Lu Hong looking at the pass furrowed his brow before addressing Bu Zou Ling,
"Ms. Bu, my dad was at the boarder though"
Bu Zou Ling announced looked at Lu Hong feeling more and more irritated responded
"You can ask you mother sign them"
Lu Hong scratched his head in embarrassment before saying
"It's been 5 years since I last saw her"
Bu Zou Ling was taken a back before asking
"Who was your guardian"
"My uncle"
Lu Hong replied without any hesitation, the uncle he mentioned was non other than butler Lin, Bu Zou Ling's voice softened as she spoke
"Then you can let your uncle sigh it"
"Okay, no problem"
Lu Hong said as he stepped out of the office, that afternoon Lu Hong and others loaded their luggage in to a taxi and left the campus quietly. Once in the villa Lu Hong took a quick shower and lay on the sofa with his pajamas over. Taking his phone out Lu Hong called Butler Lin and the call was answered quickly.
"Hello, young master "
Butler Lin greeted warmly upon answering the call, a smile appeared on Lu Hong's face as he spoke
"You should know that I brought an estate in Sheng Tian villa area "
"Yes, I heard it from Zhu Yang Kai"
Butler Lin responded with out hiding anything, Lu Hong understood that it was Butler Lin's way of showing his worry and continued
"I was planning to stay there from now on, can you send some one to clean up the place for twice a week"
"Sure, young master"
Butler Lin responded without any second thought, Lu Hong nodded in satisfaction and was about tohang up when he remembered something and spoke.
"Please come and meet me tomorrow morning before 8. There is somethingthat needed your signature"
"Okay, I will"
After exchanging some pleasantries Lu Hong hangup the call, as he gazed at the darkened sky Lu Hong had an spark of inspiration to drive. He stood up abruptly and sprinted towards his bed room and walked out with black fitted jeans and long sleeve shirt. Making his way to the garage Lu Hong took a car key for the Porsche 911 speedster which was juat delivered few days ago. Approaching the silver sports car with a sleek body he corrosed it slightly before settling into the driver's seat.
With a press on an accelerator the car moved forward with sudden surge in speed, the car glided through the streets with smooth and precise control. Few minutes through it Lu Hong felt a surge off excitement amd was about to increase the speed when a blue and red lights started to appear behind. Lu Hong reduced the speed and blended into the traffic shaking off the traffic cars that following him. Lu Hong stopped his car on the road side and stepped out of the car, the street was filled with various vendors selling street food.
Lu Hong yet to indulge in local culinary dishes decided to order some authentic Chongqing food, Lu Hong selection few dishes from the menu and selected a relatively clean place to sit. Few minutes later a middle-aged women with a kind smile walked over and placed them in front of Lu Hong. Lu Hong thanked the women before picking up his chopsticks
"Thank you mam"
As he was indulging a figure stood infront of Lu Han as she enquired
"Hello sir, I am the daughter of the owner here and we were looking for few customers for their review. I would like to ask if you are interested to participate"
Lu Hong raised his head and looked at the girl who looks like she was around 16 or 17 with a sweet smile and friendly appearance and nodded instinctively. The girl smiled and introduced her self
"Let me introduce myself, I am Long Ting Ting 16 years old high school student. Can I take a seat if you don't mind"
Lu Hong wiped his lips gently before guestering her to take a seat, Long Ting Ting sat opposite to Lu Han as she placed a file on the table between them. Opening the file she looked at Lu Hong earnestly and spoke
"First of all I would like to thank you for agreeing to help, first what would you like the rate the taste out of 10"
"7.5"
Lu Hong replied without any hesitation or expression on his face, the girl nodded and noted it down before continuing
"Quality of ingredients"
"9/10"
Lu Hong responded susinkly, Long Ting Ting noted it down before asking
"Dish freshness"
"8.5"
After few questions Long Ting Ting stood up and bowed slightly as she expressed her gratitude.
"I once again like to express my gratitude for granting your time"
Lu Hong waved his hand dismissively saying
"Not at all, it's what I can do"
Before standing up He payed for the meal and stepped away as he walked towards his car, Stepping in he drow off. Next day Lu Hong woke up as usual and looked at the time. Seeing that it was already 5 in the morning, he sat up and made his way towards the restroom, after freshening up Lu Hong ran around the mountain behind the estate. after preparing a simple breakfast for himself Lu Hong took a fresh shower before departing. He parked his car at the concealed spot before entering the college, as per Ms. Bu's instructions all the students have to gather in the ground by 6 in the morning.
Since their was still 15 minutes left Lu Hong went back to his dorm room, push opening the door he saw the room was empty. Lu Hong's brow furrowed as he called Li Song Dong and other's. According to their plans all four of them decided to meet up at the dorm by 6:30. Li Song Dong answered the call and after speaking to him Lu Hong learned that three of them were already on their way to the play ground.
Lu Hong sighed as he sprinted towards the ground. 15 minutes later under the supervision of PE teacher the run commenced on time. The track comprises of 500 meters and the two rounds totals to 1000 meters that is a kilometer. While some are struggling to keep up some already finished the run. Lu Hong and Zhou shi Hai who was a former athlete with a great foundation completed in first although Lu Hong took a lead by a 15 seconds. Meanwhile Song Zi Sheng and Li Song Dong gasping for the breath keep persisting, at the end of the line.
Lu Hong took a sip of water and sat on the ground looking at his classmates who were still holding up while some already collapsed onto the ground. Suddenly the phone Ii Lu Hong's pocket rang taking his phone out of his pocked Lu Hong saw it was Butler Lin's call and answered the call
"Hello, uncle Lin"
"Young master we are at the entrance of your estate"
Butler Lin spoke his tone mixture of confusion and melancholic, Lu Hong remembering his last night call with Butler Lu felt a bit embarrassed as he spoke: the front lock was my birthday, I have to leave due to prior engagements at the school. So, I has to leave early as for the signature I will meet you in few days"
"Understood, young master"
"Hmm, I will hang up if their is nothing else. I already allowed you access to enter"
Lu Hong said as he hang up the callwhen he turned around he saw Bu Zou Ling standing behind him observing. Lu Hong looked at her incredulous as he teased asking
"Are you ears dropping on my conversation"
Bu Zou Ling was taken aback but composed quickly as she abolished him
"Stop talking nonsense and go back to your dorm"
Lu Han nodded before sprinting away, Lu Hong had a class in the morning and two in the afternoon. Once the classes ended Lu Han drow off alongside his roommates towards the Sheng Tian villa area. Entering he saw that Butler Lin was yet to depart and after enquiring he learned that His father arranged it all so that Lu Hong will solely focuses on his studies. Lu Hong didn't object instead spoke with absolute authority saying
"Sure you can stay but others will leave, I absolutely hate it if others stumble upon my personal space."
Butler Lin nodded as he understood how Lu Hong feel, after scrolling through the phone for a moment Lu Hong retrieved to his room after taking a shower Lu Hong wore a formal suit as he had an appointment with Mr. Chang at 6 I the evening. Stepping downstairs Lu Hong briefed that he might not come for the dinner before going to the garage. After hesitating a moment Lu Hong selection a black Porsche 911, settling on he fastened his seatbelt and pressed on the accelerator. As Lu Hong exited the community a call came through, upon seeing that it was Song Zi Sheng he answered the call. As soon as the call connected Song Zi Sheng's excited voice came through
"Lu Hong are you stepping out for a fresh air"
"No, I was going on a formal meeting?"
Lu Hong replied before adding
"By the way how do you know I was stepping out"
"Well I was on the rooftop gazing out when a black car zoomed out of your residence. So, I called to confirm by the way are you free tomorrow"
Song Zi Sheng explained before asking, Lu Hong f2ll quiet for a moment before responding
"Probably, why?"
"Well, my cousin was a sports car enthusiastic and invited me to attend a banquet organized by the super car club, I don't know anyone their so I want you to tag along"
Song Zi Sheng said feeling a hint of uncertainty, Lu Hong didn't reject but enquired
"What is this super car club"
"Just a bunch of second generation rich kids meeting up and showcasing their price processions and building connections"
Song Zi Sheng explained without any pretense, Lu Hong thinking it's the best place to build relations agreed right away. Even though he can relay on his fathers connections in magic city Lu Hong think it's best to make friends and build relations. Song Zi Sheng overjoyed responded
"Okay, I will send you the copy of the invitation"
Saying that he hang up the call. Half an hour later Lu Hong parked his car in the parking lot and walked into the lobby. Upon Entering he saw Li Chung Tian waiting at the entrance, upon spotting Lu Hong he walked over amd greeted Lu Hong
"Boss, Mr. Chang was waiting for you upstairs"
Lu Hong nodded asking Li Chung Tian to lead the way, few minutes later the door to the purple gold room was pushed open as LI Chung Tian and Lu Hong entered. As the door opened a old man with gray hair stood up amd turned around, beside him Gong Li with whom Lu Hong talked a day prior stood behind Chang Guo dong respectfully. Lu Hong stepping in looked at both of them with curious gaze, Stepping forward Lu Hong addressed Chang Guo dong as he extended his hand smile as he introduced himself
"You must be Mr. Chang, I am Lu Hong nice to meet you sir"
Chang Guo dong also scrutinized Lu Hong as he linked his hand with Lu Hong's responding
"Hmm, young indeed"
Lu Hong scratched his head awkwardly saying
"Haaa, Mr. Chang must be joking their is nothing like young and old in the business old everything should be contributed to skill and success "
"Haaaa, well said. Indeed everyone can be thrived in the business world with skill and experience. But to reach the pinnacle one should also be humble and observant"
Chang Guo dong spoke not willing to back down, Lu Hong nodded as he replied
"What Mr. Chang said is absolutely right. Please let converse while eating"
"Ofcourse"
Chang Guo dong spoke feeling satisfied, Lu Hong and Chang Guo dong took their seats as Gong Li stepped out. Lu Hong scanned the QR code as the menu appeared on the screen, handing his phone towards Chang Guo dong saying
"You choose"
Chang Guo dong raised an eye brow as he accepted the offer and ordered few dishes, raising his head he handed the phone back to Lu Hong saying
"Your turn"
Lu Hong took it with grace and turned to the waiter saying
"As usual "
"Understood boss"
The waiter bowed slightly before stepping out, Chang Guo dong raised an eye brow but composed himself. He took out a document from the suitcase and placed it in front of Lu Hong saying
"Thes is the share transfer agreement for 13% stack in Chang consortium, once you sign it the all 13% share belongs to you"
Lu Hong took the share transfer documents and scanned through them before imprinting his signature at the end, placing them away Lu Hong looked at Chang Guo dong as he spoke
"I didn't think you are here just for this"
Chang Guo dong looked at Lu Hong his face changed into a calm and professional smile an he leaned back slightly before remarking
"Mr. Lu was quiet smart, I would like to enquire what's your plans for Chang consortium future development"
Lu Hong didn't reply but took a sip of water amd looked at Chang Guo dong for any signs of emotional fluctuations. He was well aware of the meaning behind Chang Guo dong's words. He smiled with amusement before uttering one word
"Nothing"
Chang Guo dong eyes widened in shock and disbelief as he enquired with a trembling voice
"What do you mean by that?"
Lu Hong without any change in expression slowly spoke,
"First of all my acquisition of Chang consortium was purely a coincidence, second the Chang consortium had a good chances of reaching pinnacle in the future. Third, I am not interested in involving in Chang consortium 's internal struggle or management. You must have already know that I am still a college student and can't spare much time for business endeavors."
Chang Guo dong was wide eyed but smiled in realization and was about to say something when the door to the room was pushed open. Waiter pushing a cart walked in as he spoke
"Your dishes are here sir"
Chang Guo dong fell quiet as Lu Hong waved his hand signaling the waiter to serve the dishes, the waiter nodded and started serving the dishes.