Wen Tong sighed softly and turned to look at Li Feng. Was this man really so bold as to just go in like that? Was there no problem with that?
Wang Jin’er also noticed the fleeting change in Wen Tong’s expression and instinctively reached out to pull on Li Feng’s arm, "Who exactly did you invite inside?"
"No one special, just a few people who had some business with me."
Wang Jin’er uttered an "Oh," disbelief glimmering in her eyes, while Wen Tong blinked, thinking that Li Feng’s explanation seemed a bit too casual. After all, those few people inside were not so easily gathered in one place; getting them together wasn’t just exceedingly difficult but would at the very least require nation-level influence.
Wang Tiandao was holding in his anger, keen to see who Li Feng could possibly invite to persuade him to give his daughter away in marriage. He was also planning to mock the young man, daring to block his path halfway and even show aggression towards him.
Hmm, no matter what Li Feng did now, Wang Tiandao assumed the other party had ulterior motives.
Wang Tiandao hadn’t expected to encounter an acquaintance here, Ye Yuan, the top official of Sea City. As the head of Wang Family, one of the eight great families, and both being significant figures in Sea City, they had naturally met several times both in public and private settings, enjoying a fairly good personal relationship.
Wang Tiandao’s gaze unconsciously scanned the surroundings. Although he didn’t recognize two of the men, he did identify Zhu Jianjun; the man was a bigwig in his own right.
Ye Yuan looked at Wang Tiandao and introduced him to the people beside him, "This gentleman is the family head of the Wang family from Sea City."
"Old Wang, when did you arrive in Jin City? Are you here to buy treasures?"
Ye Yuan assumed that Wang Tiandao had stumbled in by mistake; after all, their meeting at Hundred Treasure Pavilion was a last-minute decision. Wang Tiandao felt a bit embarrassed, thinking that the Li Family’s damn kid had quite the influence, involving the Ye Family, Zhu Family, and possibly two other important figures. Thɪs chapter is updatᴇd by ɴovᴇl(F)ɪre.ɴet
At this moment, Li Feng stepped into the VIP booth, Wen Tong closed the door from behind, and Wang Jin’er didn’t come in, staying outside.
"Uncle, do you know someone here?"
"Folks, let me introduce you. This gentleman is going to be my father-in-law; I am to marry the young mistress of the Wang family."
Li Feng spoke to the few people in front.
Zhu Jianjun and the others exchanged glances. Why had Li Feng come to tell them this? Were they supposed to infer something from it?
One of the five surnames and seven noble families. Though such ancient statuses had lost their old luster among the common folk, in the eyes of long-established families, a woman from these noble families was considered true nobility, and marrying one would surely be a great catch.
Wang Tiandao listened to Li Feng spewing nonsense, truly wanting to retort, but publically undermining him would only provide fodder for gossip.
The Wang and Li families were close after all, and even if this marriage alliance fell through, it wouldn’t impact the overall direction already set by both families, which shared mutual interests.
He would have to swallow this indignation for now.
"There are no outsiders here, so I think it’s best we get straight to the point." Li Feng went directly to the topic at hand. Zhu Jianjun and the others didn’t seem to have any intention of kicking Wang Tiandao out. Maybe Li Feng had pulled Wang Tiandao over as a witness, fearing they would go back on their word later?
That old ghost Li Mingrui didn’t come forward himself but sent his own in-law instead, truly leaving no stone unturned.
"State your conditions."
Zhu Jianjun didn’t beat around the bush. As a leading figure of the ten great families, he naturally spoke for the other eight.
Li Feng got straight to the point, "I want the Marriott Club."
"Kid, aren’t you asking for too much? What do you want with the Marriott Club?"
Ye Yuan looked at Li Feng. The young man was certainly bold.
The Marriott Club wasn’t just valuable for its location within the third ring road, its very land was worth its weight in gold, but the underground part was even more crucial—it took over thirty years to build with countless investments, and the venue holds a different significance.
Li Feng chuckled lightly.
"I of course have a use for it. It’s not like I’ll blow it up to make a coffin."
Zhu Jianjun frowned at Li Feng, "Use? For what use?"
"An underground hotel. I think it’s quite a creative idea. What do you elders think?"
Li Feng provided them with a firm answer.
Zhu Jianjun pondered, this was slightly unexpected, "You should know what the Marriott Club stands for. Taking over this club means slapping the faces of the club’s hundreds to thousands of members. Are you sure this is what you want?"
Li Feng’s lips curled into a half-smile as he looked at Zhu Jianjun, "Whether you agree or not, I will do it."
"The existence of something like the Marriott Club is better swept into the trash heap, considering the broader implications."
Li Feng’s smile barely concealed the threat within, and everyone could hear it.
"Are you threatening us?"
Li Feng turned to Ye Yuan who had spoken, "I’m merely stating my position. I don’t provoke others if they don’t wrong me, but if someone crosses me, I will retaliate."
Zhu Jianjun looked at Li Feng. Although the young man’s words were unpleasant, the resilient spirit in his core resonated with him.
Besides, this kid was Li Mingrui’s son. It was possible there was an unspoken understanding between the two.
Suddenly, Li Mingrui informed them that negotiations had broken down and urged them to continue conversations on their own—none of them believed that. It was more likely that father and son had already reached an agreement and, due to appearances, Li Mingrui couldn’t openly support the issue, so he let these others come forward to lead the charge.
True to his reputation as a cunning man, his manipulation was slick.
"If we agree, what benefit do we get?" Zhu Jianjun was now aware of Li Feng’s demands. Since it was a negotiation, one side couldn’t possibly reap all the advantages.
Li Feng looked at Zhu Jianjun.
"I’ll release the people I’ve caught, and I can also ensure that all their dirty dealings will be completely wiped clean."
After Li Feng finished speaking, everyone’s expression turned grave; that was hardly a concession at all.
"They’re just using some connections to do a bit of business. Even if you expose them, what difference would it make?"
Li Feng looked to the person who spoke, "May I ask who you are?"
At the reply, Li Feng’s lips quirked, "Xu Youwen is your son, it seems you’re not very concerned about this son of yours."