"Hehehe, yes, yes!"
Some people chimed in, their names unknown, but they had entered with Jia Sidao and his group.
They hadn't changed their appearances, as if it were unnecessary.
"Beautiful Lin, come! Sit here! Next to our big leader!"
Wu Simin said, extending a hand to invite Lin Kexin to sit beside Jia Sidao.
He himself had been supposed to sit to Jia Sidao's left, but now he shifted one seat further to the left.
The others sat on either side according to their respective ranks.
However, a seat beside Zhang Kuixian remained empty, as if reserved for someone.
Shu Xiaoxin sat at the very end. Despite being the big boss, it was clear he held no sway at this table.
Zhang Kuixian became the main speaker, introducing those present and the local specialties, while also praising the environment of Hong Island.
Liu Sandao, being merely Lin Kexin's assistant, was not expected to be present in such a setting and could only stand respectfully outside the door.
Bai Xiangxiang, on the other hand, as a hostess, was required to stand behind the VIP seats, ready to pour wine and serve dishes at any moment.
This had been instructed by Hong Yi, and also meticulously planned by Shu Xiaoxin.
Not a single mistake was permissible, or they would all be fired.
A moment later, that person swaggered through the corridor.
He paid no attention to those on either side, nor did he speak to those who greeted him.
Only when he reached Liu Sandao did he take out his cigar and elegantly light it.
"Hiss… Pfft!"
He took a deep puff and blew smoke towards Liu Sandao.
Liu Sandao glared at him with disgust, struggling to suppress his displeasure.
That person seemed to be in excellent spirits, unconcerned by Liu Sandao's gaze. He held his cigar between his fingers and strode into the room!
"My apologies, everyone, for the slight delay due to a minor matter!"
Upon entering, that person greeted everyone as if he were the most important figure, not Jia Sidao seated at the head of the table.
Liu Sandao, outside the door, slightly turned his body to watch the scene unfolding within.
He felt it was a profound humiliation that even a celestial being like Jia Sidao would associate with that person.
He was curious to see how that person would humiliate Jia Sidao.
Jia Sidao remained silent, his expression calm and composed, showing no sign of anger.
Instead, Zhang Kuixian hurriedly called out to that person:
"Boss Na, please come and sit here. The food will be served shortly, right, Boss Shu!"
"Oh, of course, all the ingredients are ready. As soon as you give the word, the dishes can be served immediately!"
Shu Xiaoxin replied nervously.
His company's profits, and indeed the entire revenue of Hong Island, depended on these people, so he dared not neglect them.
That person claimed to be his partner shareholder, but he held the majority of the shares.
Nominally, Shu Xiaoxin was the owner of "Peach Blossom Spring," but in reality, that person was the boss behind the scenes.
Thanks to the connections he brought, "Peach Blossom Spring" had flourished over the years.
As long as this network of relationships was maintained, money would flow in like water.
Anyone would feel compelled to curry favor with this money god.
That person dared to enter last because he had complete confidence. Xia Hua Bank had numerous business dealings with "Peach Blossom Spring" over the years.
Ultimately, it was that person who orchestrated the entire business strategy, from lending to cash flow.
More importantly, his cultivation of the Asura Dao Tribulation had progressed at an astonishing rate, reaching level eighty. At this stage, even if all the celestial beings present joined forces, they might not be his match.
Furthermore, with the formation array set up here, even if Liu Sandao came to cause trouble, he was confident he could make him disappear completely.
...
Jia Sidao sat at the table, feigning conversation with others while secretly attempting to use his divine power to investigate the situation.
Unfortunately, he could not channel any of his power.
He was completely vulnerable, like a bird awaiting slaughter.
Zhang Kuixian, observing Jia Sidao's expression, knew he wasn't entirely compliant. However, Zhang Kuixian was not worried; he already knew that no divine power could be used here.
Despite this drawback, there was a significant advantage.
That is, outsiders would have absolutely no way of detecting that a gathering of celestial beings was taking place here.
Even the Heavenly Emperor himself, if he descended to the mortal realm, might not be able to perceive it.
This made their activities even more confidential.
The purpose of this meeting was simple: to drag Jia Sidao into their scheme. Wu Simin had already been won over. If Jia Sidao could also be brought in, then Xia Hua Bank would be firmly under their control.
If he wanted money, they would provide it, be it earthly Chinese currency or heavenly gold and jewels; whatever he desired and however much, it would be readily available.
Zhang Kuixian was contemplating this, and Jia Sidao was not foolish.
He had come this time solely to investigate a lead. A tip-off had reported that a large amount of unexplained funds from Xia Hua Bank were being channeled out through this location, and the origin of some funds did not match the accounts.
As the person in charge of Xia Hua Bank, failing to thoroughly investigate this matter would be a grave dereliction of duty.
At best, he would be removed from his post and investigated; at worst, his celestial status would be revoked.
More importantly, if he could not safeguard the vast wealth of heaven and earth, he truly wouldn't be worthy of his position.
He hadn't seen Liu Sandao in some time. He heard Liu Sandao had come to Shamen Town; if only he could contact him.
Alas, no divine power could be wielded here.
"Someone! Serve the dishes!"
Shu Xiaoxin, seeing that person take his seat, shouted loudly towards the door.
Following his command, service staff entered the room carrying platters of delicacies.
The dishes were expertly arranged and placed. The remaining hot dishes were still being prepared.
Shu Xiaoxin had specifically arranged this, as serving everything at once would result in it becoming cold before they finished eating.
At the dinner table, eating was secondary; drinking was the main event.
That person was the most perceptive. The heavenly and mortal realms were much the same.
"Beautiful Lin, your performance today will depend on how well you entertain our big leader!"
Zhang Kuixian said with a grin to Lin Kexin.
Wu Simin also smiled, but his eyes never left Lin Kexin.
Although Lin Kexin was accustomed to men staring at her, she still felt somewhat uneasy.
In such a hierarchical gathering, as long as she could establish a connection with the big leader, a significant portion of those ill-intentioned gazes would be dispelled.
"Boss Zhang, you flatter me. I will certainly do my utmost to serve everyone!"
Lin Kexin said, then glanced at Jia Sidao.
However, Jia Sidao did not respond, his expression remaining serene.
"Hahaha, excellent, excellent! Boss Jia, look, most of the dishes are served. Shall we fill our stomachs first?"
Zhang Kuixian said with a hearty laugh to Jia Sidao.
He had been to this place countless times and was quite familiar with Lin Kexin; if not for Jia Sidao's status, he wouldn't have bothered inviting Lin Kexin to host.