NOVEL NEXT Chapter 156: Do You Have the Right to Make Me Angry?
Weaving through the crowd, the murmurs gradually faded away, and Leng Qingqiu finally felt a hint of relief. Despite her extensive experience in the business world, she was not particularly fond of such occasions.
In contrast, Lu Yu appeared much calmer, holding a glass of amber-colored Martini, exuding an air of grace and ease, seemingly unaffected by the earlier gossip.
"This guy, just how many secrets is he hiding!"
Leng Qingqiu was secretly amazed at Lu Yu's confident demeanor, not expecting such a significant change in him after his five-year disappearance!
"Qingqiu, your Victory Group is growing larger by the day. I think you could consider international expansion in a few years. Why not join forces with us to develop overseas business together? What do you think?"
At this moment, a young man in a white suit with meticulously styled hair approached, holding a glass of Martini, smiling at Leng Qingqiu as he spoke.
This man was Zhou Menglong, the son of LA City's jewelry magnate Zhou Ruisheng. His business empire rivaled that of Li Shengru's. Zhou Menglong's presence immediately caught everyone's attention.
Everyone present knew that Zhou Menglong had once pursued Leng Qingqiu. The crowd watched the scene unfold, their eyes filled with anticipation.
Everyone understood that Zhou Menglong's conversation with Lin Qing was definitely not just about business cooperation.
"Thank you, President Zhou, for your auspicious words."
Upon hearing Zhou Menglong's suggestion, Leng Qingqiu politely replied, "However, as President Zhou knows, business carries risks. Cooperation might seem minor, but it can lead to bigger consequences, and as I'm just temporarily managing Victory Group, I would need to discuss any collaboration with my father first."
Leng Qingqiu's response was typical of an experienced businessperson, courteous yet subtly dismissing Zhou Menglong's proposal.
Upon hearing this, a slight twitch appeared on Zhou Menglong's pale face. He understood that Leng Qingqiu was clearly rejecting him. Despite this, he smiled and said, "Qingqiu, are you free tomorrow night? I've just hired a Michelin chef who makes excellent steaks. I wonder if..."
"Sorry, President Zhou, I have to accompany my fiancé tomorrow night, so I can't accept your invitation."
Before Zhou Menglong could finish, Leng Qingqiu decisively declined.
"Oh? Fiancé?"
Zhou Menglong then looked at Lu Yu and smiled before saying, "So it's Young Master Lu. I've heard a lot about you. You were quite the figure in LA City back in the day!"
"However, as far as I know, the Lu Family fell apart five years ago. I wonder in what capacity Young Master Lu is able to be Qingqiu's fiancé?"
Zhou Menglong's words became more arrogant, blatantly mocking Lu Yu.
The entire crowd turned their gaze, eyes filled with schadenfreude.
Hearing Zhou Menglong's words, Lu Yu did not rush to speak; instead, he calmly watched Zhou Menglong, his eyes full of disdain.
"Oh, sorry, maybe I wasn't clear enough."
Seeing Lu Yu's expression, Zhou Menglong's voice rose sharply, his words dripping with sarcasm: "In that case, let me put it more plainly."
With a brief pause, Zhou Menglong continued, "I wonder whether it's Young Master Lu marrying Qingqiu or you becoming the homemaker husband?"
Hahahaha!
As soon as the words were out, the room erupted in loud laughter, the sound piercingly harsh!
Everyone knew that Lu Yu was a playboy five years ago, so they all wanted to see him fly into a rage!
"Of course, I'm marrying Qingqiu."
Lu Yu smiled, gently holding Leng Qingqiu's slender waist, speaking without any hint of anger in his voice: "Young Master Zhou, don't you even have that basic common sense?"
At these words, Zhou Menglong paused, having intended to provoke Lu Yu into a fury to humiliate him.
But he never expected Lu Yu to be so composed!
"You're not angry?"
Surprised at Lu Yu's cheerful demeanor, Zhou Menglong asked.
"Angry?"
Lu Yu shook his head, his smile deepening as he looked around at the crowd, loudly declaring, "Do you think you have the right to make me angry?"
Buzz!
Instantly, the crowd's laughter broke off, their faces contorted in disbelief.
The meaning was clear: Lu Yu was saying none of them even had the right to anger him!
The crowd felt a burning sensation on their faces, knowing those words were directed at everyone who had laughed.
"What do you mean!?"
An indignant Zhou Menglong shouted, his earlier demeanor shattered!
"Oh, sorry, perhaps I wasn't clear, so let me simplify it."
Lu Yu, mimicking Zhou Menglong's earlier words, smiled and said, "What I mean is, Zhou Menglong, you simply aren't qualified to make me angry!"
Buzz!
The entire room erupted in astonishment!
Lu Yu was audacious beyond belief!
Such words, in front of everyone, directed at Zhou Menglong stunned the crowd!
At that moment, Zhou Menglong felt as if he'd been slapped hard, a burning sensation on his face!
Never did he think that his plan to humiliate Lu Yu would backfire, leading to his own public disgrace!
"******** In humiliation and rage, Zhou Menglong cursed and without hesitation, swung a punch at Lu Yu, the force carrying a gust of wind from his regular gym workouts!