Transmigrated & Triumphant: Defying Destiny's Chosen One-Chapter 664 - 5: Old Zhou’s Boasting_3

Between men and women, the most direct thing is interest.

What she needs to do is continually deepen her own stakes. Through these stakes, she will choose a suitable husband for herself at the best age.

With a noble husband, the wife shares the glory, enjoying a lifetime of honor.

Thinking of this, she felt sentimental—the world is so advanced in medicine that one can know a child’s gender in the womb, which means she will be even more assured if she gives birth to a son!

No matter who she’s with, as long as she has a legitimate son, she won’t have to worry about anything!

A soul aged 16, a body aged 22, is at this moment contemplating the future upbringing of children.

It actually sounds kind of chilling.

...

Chen Ningbai listened to the agent’s chattering, rapidly weaving a network of relationships in her mind at that moment.

The top of this network has one individual—President Xie, her immediate superior, her direct boss. Her flying high or falling flat depends entirely on his whim.

The other one...

Approximately, it’s the Zhou Group, which is now at its peak. 𝐟𝗿𝐞𝚎𝚠𝐞𝚋𝕟𝐨𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝕔𝕠𝚖

Especially Hanqi Intelligence, a subsidiary of the group.

In her past life, Chen Ningbai thrived in the intricate backyard and meanwhile planned a desirable marriage for herself.

This also indicates her bright mind, quickly pinpointing everyone’s stake.

If it weren’t for this, how would her legitimate elder sister, supposed to marry into the Marquis Mansion, have been hurriedly sent to the family temple after inexplicably falling into the water?

Clearly, no one saw anything, right?

She, Chen Ningbai, is the ultimate winner.

...

Old Zhou was not yet aware he had already been assessed by someone.

He entered the venue, looking for old friends he could boast about his son to, while observing the surrounding atmosphere and the tacit glances people exchanged, shaking his head at the secretary repeatedly:

"That young head of the Xie Family isn’t doing well!"

The secretary nodded but didn’t say anything.

Old Zhou, having reached his position, had no reservations in speaking, especially since no one was listening anyway.

Business circles have their own style for gatherings.

Entertainment circles have their own style for gatherings as well.

But now, a group of young, beautiful female stars of varying styles stood on both sides of the corridor, thin veils revealing, certainly a delightful scene.

But how is this different from showcasing courtesans?

The tone immediately fell.

"This Young President Xie holds all the power; I thought he was smart. Who knew at just over thirty, he acts not only old-fashioned but also greasy."

Some old-timers in the industry, according to Old Zhou, have bellies like they’re ten months pregnant and heads shining brightly.

With that look, if there’s enough money, it’s not impossible to find willing girls. Yet their eyes still wander, looking around.

"If this head of the Xie Family wants genuine respect, he needs to show some real skill and look at what a mess he’s made..."

As he was complaining, Xie Rongzhao waved and called a young girl over.

"President Wu, this is the new star signed by our company, called Lingling. She’s a very promising girl. If President Wu has any suitable projects, give Lingling a chance!"

The girl named Lingling looked at most no more than 20, with an innocent face, visibly at a loss in this setting, her eyes welling with tears, fingers twisting the small bag in her hand, turning it white.

Opposite, Old Wu laughed wildly, his loud voice audible throughout the banquet hall.

Amidst that vibrancy, Old Zhou felt somewhat regretful for coming over.

"The Xie Family’s young head, what kind of upbringing did he have?"

"These big men have no idea about broadening horizons, turning a gathering into something akin to a bawd, lowering their value, and lacking character..."

Meanwhile, he commented: "With Old Wu looking like that, what ties does he have with the entertainment industry? Tianyu is not afraid of embarrassment."

This grumbling was only heard by the secretary beside him, Secretary Xu now also lowered his eyes.

To be honest, Old Zhou isn’t exactly a standard of morality. Keeping young stars and dating young girls... he’s done that too.

But Old Zhou just likes being flattered, so it must be willing trade, with clear terms.

This way, both parties get what they need, bringing more happiness.

But in this world, everything is always afraid of being overshadowed by peers.

Even if President Xie of Tianyu is promising and has a handsome face, Secretary Xu currently thinks Old Zhou beside him feels more pleasant!

At the very least, Old Zhou handles matters with a moral balance!

For instance, right now.

Secretary Xu suggested, "I think this girl is still young, President Zhou, why not invite her over for a cup of tea and chat about the entertainment circle?"

"Though we currently don’t hire entertainers as spokespersons, it’s good to understand the market."

This was nonsense; discussing the market hadn’t reached the point of chatting with a newcomer starlet yet.

But Old Zhou nodded too.

"To be human, one should be like you, Xiao Xu. Whether successful or not, a man’s broad-mindedness and demeanor mustn’t be lost... Go on."

Secretary Xu went forward holding a cup of wine, unable to contain a smile.

He thought—

Their chairman not only likes receiving compliments but is also good at praising others!

[The perspectives of each character in this Chapter are based on character portrayal, not the author’s own thoughts.]