With a crisp chime, the receptionist let the two of them exit the elevator first, holding the doors for them.
Before them lay a long corridor.
The receptionist pointed to the partially open, light brown door at the far end.
"Mr. Qin is in there."
After speaking, the receptionist turned, swiped her card on the smart lock beside the elevator shaft, and then descended in the elevator.
"Why is this place like an apartment?"
Lu Feng looked around.
His gaze swept towards the end of the long, somewhat disorienting corridor.
The style here was subdued, even bordering on oppressive.
It was completely out of place with the vibrant office building they had just left.
Lin Mei walked, saying, "This should be one of Qin Qiong's residences."
Although Lin Mei had never met Qin Qiong face-to-face,
for someone of that caliber,
it wouldn't be logical to have only a few properties.
"Good afternoon, you two. I am your private butler. I will escort you to meet our Mr. Qin."
As Lu Feng approached the door, about to knock,
the slightly ajar door swung inward.
A young and handsome man, dressed like a medieval noble servant, appeared in the doorway.
"Wow!"
Even Lin Mei, who had seen much of the world, couldn't help but exclaim in wonder.
"Rich people really have wild imaginations!"
Lu Feng followed the man into the house.
The spacious duplex, spanning three floors, was adorned entirely with opulent medieval furnishings.
On the walls hung oil paintings, their age and authenticity uncertain, exuding a strong sense of history.
Opposite the living room, there was even a fireplace as tall as a person.
It was, to say the least, exaggerated.
Lu Feng couldn't help but shake his head.
The furnishings here made it seem like a lord's ancient castle.
Wouldn't someone living here consider themselves nobility in a castle?
Lu Feng's thoughts were quickly interrupted by the sound of hurried footsteps.
Following the sound,
a woman, also dressed in an exaggerated manner, was descending the spiral staircase from the second floor.
The woman appeared to be in her early forties.
Indeed, Lu Feng had seen this age mentioned in the information about the Qin family provided by the Lin family.
However, judging by her face alone,
Lu Feng was momentarily confused.
Her level of maintenance was almost on par with that of a celebrity.
She looked as though she wasn't much older than Lin Mei. A woman who could be Lin Mei's mother was presented as Lin Mei's elder sister.
"I heard you two were looking for me? You must be Miss Lin?"
Qin Qiong arrived at the bottom of the stairs.
Seeing a pair of young man and woman standing before her,
the initial enthusiasm on her face instantly diminished.
She had expected experienced professionals.
But instead, she found two mere youngsters.
While talent and effort were part of strength, the accumulation of time was also extremely crucial.
These two before her were likely not even married.
No matter how extraordinary their talent and strength, they would be limited.
She had thought Miss Lin from Jiahe Investment Company was a prominent figure.
Looking at them now, Qin Qiong couldn't help but feel a bit disappointed.
However, she was, after all, a seasoned businesswoman.
No business was too small.
Maintaining basic courtesy towards any visitor was a sign of her character.
Furthermore, the woman before her was, in the end, the head of a renowned investment company in the southeastern city.
Although she hadn't expected her to be so young,
even if young,
this person couldn't possibly be here without a purpose.
After all, business people always sought profit.
They wouldn't visit without a reason.
Lin Mei nodded slightly. "Yes, Mr. Qin."
"Then what can I do for you?"
Qin Qiong said, gesturing to the butler standing beside her.
Soon, the entire spacious hall was left with only Qin Qiong and the servants attending to them.
"We," Lin Mei began habitually, then suddenly paused, unsure what to say.
Lin Mei was completely unaware of Lu Feng's plan.
Asking her to articulate a clear proposal to Qin Qiong on the spot would be fabricating on the fly, a task of immense difficulty.
Realizing this, Lin Mei turned and looked at Lu Feng beside her.
Sensing Lin Mei's gaze,
Lu Feng immediately took over the conversation. "Actually, Mr. Qin, we know that you are the leading figure in the live-streaming industry in our entire southeastern city."
Women, in general, appreciate flattery.
No, not just women, men too.
These words were particularly pleasing to hear.
Although Qin Qiong didn't know these two young people well,
she was certainly satisfied with the way they spoke.
In the business world, such words were typically used for manipulation,
and even then, they were laced with hidden meanings.
She was tired of all that.
In contrast, the few simple words from this person made her feel exceptionally comfortable.
"Someone, bring tea!"
The attendant nearby immediately sprang into action.
Qin Qiong then took her seat in the main position on the sofa in the hall.
"What do you want from me? What business are you here to discuss?"
Lu Feng didn't rush to answer, instead continuing along his own train of thought.
Because he understood that
if he spoke directly,
this person might not even let him finish.
After all, he represented not just anyone, but the Lin family.
Another family group with a deep-seated animosity towards Qin Qiong.
Lu Feng knew without a doubt how this person would treat him.
"Mr. Qin, you are an expert in the live-streaming industry. Recently, you have even expanded your roster of successful streamers. If this momentum continues, Mr. Qin, your fortunes will surely grow."
Seeing that the other party wasn't getting straight to the point, Qin Qiong couldn't help but frown.
However, Qin Qiong didn't feel entirely suspicious.
She assumed this might be their usual approach.
Qin Qiong didn't guard herself excessively, allowing Lu Feng to speak.
And Lu Feng, indeed, did not disappoint.
Once his mouth opened, it was like a sluice gate.
Countless streams of water surged forth, rolling on, unending.
After speaking for quite some time, noticing Qin Qiong's deepening frown,
Lu Feng finally, through a series of twists and turns, got to the main point.
"We happen to have a batch of goods that we want to move with your help, Mr. Qin."
Lu Feng's roundabout approach wasn't just idle chatter or a waste of time.
The preceding remarks, though seemingly rambling, had, intentionally or unintentionally, conveyed the origin and quality of the goods the Lin family had in stock.
"We guarantee that this batch of fresh produce will be sold at 70% of the market's lowest price."
Lu Feng stated with certainty.
This was not mere guesswork either.
It was clearly marked, written on that banner.
"So, Mr. Qin, are you interested?"
Ten tons, at a discounted price!
Qin Qiong already had a need for such products, so there was no reason for her to refuse.
Even if these two people hadn't come today, she would have sought out such products herself later.
After all, agricultural live-streaming was currently a very popular sector.
Under the guise of benefiting the common people and promoting positive energy, it was easier and more convenient to earn money.
Since it was being delivered to her doorstep, why wouldn't she accept it?
It was just that this batch of goods was so cheap.
Could there be something wrong with it?