There was only one internet cafe in Xiwu pier and its business was thriving. This was because all other compet.i.tors had been defeated into closing in this tiny pier.
After rummaging through this dim, cluttered and smoke-filled internet cafe for a good long period, Sheyan finally located Sanzi.
Sanzi was currently lying on the table in deep sleep. He appeared as though he had been staying here for several days, as his body emitted a foul sour odor. On a stool next to him were snacks and cases of instant noodles....
Sheyan didn"t plan to wake him up. He realized the little rascal"s computer screen was still on. After clicking on the mouse, the computer awoke from sleep mode and displayed the QQ platform.
(TL: QQ is something like the main China social media platform)
Sanzi"s QQ name was extremely inelegant, called "Make Love then love simply" and his account used the default penguin as the display photo, where his online friends addressed him as "lovemess". His latest description autograph was rather vulgar.
"Don"t say you love me with a mouth that licked another"s xx...…."
Sheyan became speechless upon viewing that sentence.
He was now aware of the source of Sanzi"s depression - definitely failing at his first love who had speedily ran into the embrace of other males…..
To an adolescent, the feeling of having one"s first love disappearing away was indeed akin to the sky collapsing and the earth crumbling.
Sheyan obviously wouldn"t be so nosy as to "discipline" Sanzi"s love rival, and help his brother regain that girl. That was the worst method. Falling out of love and getting hurt was an inevitable maturing process a boy will go through. Though the heartache would be immense, time would slowly heal all wounds…..
At this moment, Sanzi"s QQ symbol nudged again.
"Are you a dumba.s.s? I already told you Xiaoli is a wh.o.r.e, yet you didn"t believe me and willingly allowed her to two-time you..."
Viewing that, Sheyan affirmed his resolution and shook his head with an awkward smile. He wanted to wake Sanzi and bring him home, but instead noticed Sanzi slumbering so soundly that his saliva was already dripping onto the table, which then dropped to the floor....thus, Sheyan shook his head and left him be.
Upon returning home, Sheyan was at a loss; he suddenly couldn"t think of anything he was supposed to accomplish. The procedures at the Fuyuan seemed rather neat under the commands of Uncle Dasi, while Sanzi was maturing amidst the tempest called love; albeit a painful but needed experience. It seemed like he didn"t have to get involved with both of their renewed lives, and could finally settle for some personal affairs.
After idling for a while, Sheyan"s phone vibrated. This phone was specially arranged by Reef and would never display a caller ID to anyone. Thus, Sheyan"s heart was stirred as he picked it up to receive a foreign number.
"h.e.l.lo?"
"Seaman?" A gentle yet alluring voice drifted in, imprinting an image of a gentle beauty yet fostered with a firm and pristine determination.
"Zi?" Sheyan smiled slightly. "You got my number from Reef?"
Zi replied with a "mn".
"I have some matters to discuss, face to face."
Sheyan understood in his heart. After this period of contemplation, she definitely had made a choice in her heart for the future ahead. This was the moment she lay all her cards on the table, thus, he directly answered.
"Alright, no worries. Where are you now?"
Zi replied indifferently.
"France, Nice."
Sheyan turned sullen upon hearing that and couldn"t help but sigh.
"Hais, how tragic. I was near your location when I just returned to the world."
Zi asked curiously.
"What tragic?"
Sheyan replied gloomily.
"If I hadn"t flew to America from London, it would be perfect now."
Zi revealed a faint smile on the other side of the line.
"So you"re in America now?"
Sheyan replied.
"No, I just flew back to Taiwan."
Zi paused and seemingly instructed someone on the other side of the line. After ten seconds, she continued.
"Hmm, then are you free now?"
Sheyan shrugged his shoulders.
"Frankly speaking, I was just daydreaming before you called."
Zi directly said.
"To my understanding, the earliest flight to Nice will depart from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport in two hours. Therefore, if you are free, we can have a conversation in about 12 hours."
"Two hours to rush over....shouldn"t be a problem." Sheyan affirmed her calculations. "However, I need Reef to settle issues with verifications."
Zi bluntly refuted.
"No need for the ha.s.sle, just board."
Sheyan understood her. Following that, he proceeded to bid goodbye to Uncle Dasi and confirmed there weren"t any other matters to take care of. Stating he had a business conference to attend, he departed immediately. Uncle Dasi was naturally supportive and even hailed a cab for him to Taoyuan airport.
Due to a traffic jam, Sheyan helplessly reached Taoyuan Airport half an hour late.
Sheyan couldn"t wish for a flight delay and thus could only settle for the next earliest flight out.
However, when he exhibited his identification card to a slim attendant, the cold glint in her eyes instantly transformed into a warmth, envious and somewhat complicated expression. She then addressed him with a cordial tone.
"Mister Fang? Your flight is awaiting you. Please follow me."
Sheyan was stumped. Did I luckily encounter a flight delay situation?
Nevertheless, while the slim attendant led him through gates after gates of flight departure gates, Sheyan was stunned. There was only a public restroom up ahead. Could it be sudden raging hormones prompting her to bring me to a restroom and x and x first?
Instead, the attendant led him past the restroom.....and up an escalator. After walking through a stretch of red carpet, they entered a VIP lounge that even exhibited golden handles.
When Sheyan entered, he immediately saw four air stewardess with outstanding figures and looks whispering joyously amongst each other. There were both asians and westerners amongst them, and all of them wore red cla.s.sy gowns. They looked natural and unrestrained with a sense of disciplined elegance.
The service attendant announced.
"Mister Fang is here."
The four stewardesses bowed uniformly to Sheyan and greeted.
"Mister Fang, the crew of The Elizabeth will serve you today. Do you wish to take a rest or depart at once?"
Sheyan was utterly astonished. Still, he maintained a standard composure and calmly replied.
"Depart at once, I"m in a rush."
The four air stewardess were trained elites. Two of them guided him while the other two released instructions through a telecom to others.
Sheyan was led into a private elevator and was soon transferred to a private boarding gate. Immediately, he beheld a small private jet by the side!
This private jet emanated a futuristic feel. It appeared as heavy as a commercial plane, but seemed as agile and incisive as a fighter jet. This was the most ill.u.s.trious private air carrier - the supreme Gulfstream G650!
The supreme features of this jet didn"t need to be elaborated. The interior of this Gulfstream G650 was furnished exactly like a grand mansion house, and even included a kitchen and bathroom that could be customized in position.
While boarding, all the aviation attendants bowed in two rows along the ramp, as though they were escorting the president!
"Holy s.h.i.+t." Sheyan couldn"t resist muttering to himself when he boarded.
"That girl, Zi, isn"t simple at all man."
Sitting inside this plane cabin was akin to sitting inside five-star hotel VIP lounge. The four elite stewardess smiled and followed him before to await his command. Looking at their cordial appearances, Sheyan bet they would even help him wipe his a.s.s...…
Following that, before he even had the chance to take a sip of his coffee mug, Sheyan felt the private jet rolling forward.
He couldn"t help but asked.
"Aren"t we waiting for the other pa.s.sengers?"
A sweet looking air stewardess replied.
"Mister Fang, we are specially instructed to pick you up. We were originally on call for Shanghai to receive the chairman"s delegation of Tristar Corporation. Instead, the headquarters made a last minute change to escort you to London. We wish you a pleasant flight with us."
Sheyan couldn"t help but offer a wry smile. Such a "grand show of power" prepared for him by Zi was indeed unthinkable. Although material wealth in the real world may seem useless to contestants, but it was actually qualitatively significance.
Looking in perspective now, Sheyan was incredibly moved by the amount of power and wealth that Zi possessed.