CHAPTER 843: CHAPTER 754: DISLOCATED LIVES 42

Even though Wen Jianyun and Liu Yun are also successful and renowned entrepreneurs, it wasn’t enough to make Zhu Wanpeng greet them so eagerly; what truly made Zhu Wanpeng enthusiastic was Wen Shuangshuang.

Zhu Wanpeng’s eagerness towards Wen Shuangshuang is not only because she is now a pillar of the Chengfeng Wanli Company, but also due to her own potential. Wen Shuangshuang is just about to turn sixteen, and she has already achieved so much—who knows how far she will grow in the future?

If one waits until Wen Shuangshuang reaches great heights to associate with her, it would be too late. Establishing close relations when Wen Shuangshuang has yet to soar is the most common practice and something these families love to do.

The higher the position, the more one must worry about a fall from grace, so building good relationships is necessary. However, it’s not so easy to form good relationships in politics, and not all ties are beneficial. But with someone like Wen Shuangshuang, who will inevitably be a high-ranking talent in scientific research, making connections brings no trouble.

Moreover, when real issues arise, such people can actually offer more help. The most important thing is that those in research are usually focused solely on knowledge, with no devious schemes. They won’t just stand by or even push you down when you face hardship.

Zhu Wanpeng brought Zhu Shihao along precisely with the intention of having him engage with Wen Shuangshuang. Previously, Zhu Shihao and Wen Shuangshuang had quite interesting conversations. Later, when Zhu Shihao met her at the company, he often sought Wen Shuangshuang’s advice on computer-related issues.

Given Wen Shuangshuang’s substantial knowledge of computers and excellent teaching skills, teaching someone like Zhu Shihao is a piece of cake. Zhu Shihao learned for a short time under Wen Shuangshuang and already can fix some minor computer issues independently, showing clear progress.

Originally, Zhu Shihao looked up to Wen Shuangshuang as if she was an idol, and now his admiration for her has only deepened. He now regards her as a teacher with a blend of intimacy and respect.

Seeing Wen Shuangshuang arrive, before being reminded by Zhu Wanpeng, Zhu Shihao immediately smiled warmly and said, "Shuangshuang, you’re here. I was just thinking that if you didn’t come, you would surely regret it. This time, I specially asked my uncle to invite a five-star chef from Yu Feng Building to make the banquet dessert. If you didn’t come, you wouldn’t taste it, and you’d regret it terribly."

Zhu Shihao’s words were because he knew Wen Shuangshuang was a person who greatly enjoyed fine food. However, this remark was particularly intolerable to Wen Zhijin, as it was clearly flattering.

In Wen Zhijin’s mind, when a man flatters a woman, there’s no other reason besides liking her. Wen Zhijin quietly glared at Wen Shuangshuang, thinking she was truly a temptress, seducing Zhu Wanpeng first, and now trying to win over Zhu Shihao.

Wen Zhijin stepped up, took Zhu Shihao’s arm, and first declared her claim with a proud smile towards Wen Shuangshuang before saying to Zhu Shihao, "Shihao, you didn’t come to meet me at today’s banquet. I came by myself and found you focused on Shuangshuang. So, tell me, have you fallen for Shuangshuang’s beauty and no longer want to date your girlfriend like me? If you treat me coldly, I’ll throw a tantrum."

Wen Zhijin’s attitude was very charming and complained like a jealous little girl. Although what she said was somewhat unreasonable, it did not seem annoying, at least not to Zhu Shihao.

Zhu Shihao thought Wen Zhijin was just playfully pouting with him and, without much thought, instinctively held Wen Zhijin’s hand, saying, "How could I dare? I cherish my hard-won girlfriend. I saw my idol and teacher, so I was trying to be attentive."

Zhu Shihao’s attitude was too straightforward, with no sign of anything amiss. Wen Zhijin looked at Shuangshuang, who was equally straightforward, wondering if she might be overthinking it.

Regardless of whether she’s overthinking it, Wen Zhijin knows that a little unreasonable jealousy can be cute, but going too far can become annoying. So, Wen Zhijin knows she has to stop here.

This was Wen Shuangshuang’s first time attending a banquet with her own independent identity. Previously, Wen Shuangshuang’s achievements were astonishing, and now she was the highlight of the banquet, with everyone wanting to associate with her.

If Wen Shuangshuang hadn’t resolutely declined all the toasts with the excuse that she was still underage and couldn’t drink, she might have already been coaxed under the table by those trying to ingratiate themselves with her.

It’s no wonder that so many people want to associate with Wen Shuangshuang. Nowadays, the game Ascension to God has taken the world by storm, loved by people from ninety-nine-year-olds to elementary students in countless numbers.

The profits of the Chengfeng Wanli Company now cannot be described as anything less than astonishing. Some predictions estimate that during the dividend distribution this year, Wen Shuangshuang, who researched this game, would receive at least one billion, which speaks to an unparalleled rate of amassing wealth.

The appearance of such a god of wealth at a banquet naturally becomes a focal point, with business leaders constantly approaching Wen Shuangshuang to form connections. A host of successful people and regulars from the news surrounded her with praise, definitely creating an intoxicatingly euphoric feeling.

At least that’s what Wen Zhijin thought, seeing Wen Shuangshuang bask in adulation. Her heart burned with discomfort, filled with dread and jealousy. With a lifetime of experience, even an idiot should have developed some sense by now.

Before, Wen Zhijin single-mindedly assumed that Wen Shuangshuang was praised because Zhu Wanpeng favored her. Now, even if blind, one could not deny that a woman without abilities could not be sought after by so many executives, and their attitudes were not those akin to pursuing a romantic target.

Wen Shuangshuang was busy with various social exchanges, but with the help of Wen Jianyun, Liu Yun, and Zhu Wanpeng, she finally managed to find a moment to escape, immediately taking refuge in a quiet corner of the rest area.

Wen Shuangshuang could only feel sweat on her forehead; dealing with these people was mentally exhausting. She would rather face computer programming. These wily people would sweet-talk you into a daze, and if you’re not careful, you might make some foolish promises.

Just earlier, Wen Shuangshuang was almost talked into developing independent software for someone by a smooth-talking executive before waking up at the last minute. With Zhu Wanpeng, Wen Jianyun, and Liu Yun coming to her rescue, she managed to avoid the crafty executive.

Hardly seated for long, Wen Zhijin came over to sit next to her, rubbing her ankle. She had worn a pair of intricately beautiful high heels resembling something a fairy tale princess would wear to look nice.

Though the shoes looked great, they were torturous to wear, uncomfortable around the ankle. Wen Zhijin rubbed her ankle a few times before looking at Wen Shuangshuang.