Chapter 568 - After the Fourth Song

Although he knew that there were eyes everywhere and was alert for them, Lu Jin's ability still fell below his father's, still far off from this man who managed to know everything by just sitting there.

How powerful, and terrible.

Lu Jin asked his father. "What do we do now, father? If they knew we are after IAmFashionista..."

"Didn't you say that you already have plans to secure the deal with Tanaka's heir and the President of EU?"

"...Yes. It's only a matter of time."

"Then there's nothing to worry about. Even if the legendary families pull up all their resources to go against us, it will be all too late. IAmFashionista will still fall into our hands."

"You are right, father." 

Lu Jin did not say anything about the third missing signature. 

Once he found out that person's identity, then he would make plans to get that person's signature.

There's no need to ruin his father's good mood right now.

****

After the commotion, Linfeng led Xiong Zhi back to their former table.

Because they had been busy about discussing on how to wreak havoc in Tang Xinyang's love life at the back area, they did not manage to witness the whole scene. They only saw Mistress Tang escort out the Lu family after handing out to Tang Xinyang the role of the hostess for the rest of the event.

With Linfeng's sharp ears, he quietly listened to the murmurs of the people while the last song was playing.

Based on what he had gathered, Old Lu's ex-son-in-law suddenly appeared to greet his ex-father-in-law. The two got into a little fight, or to say, Old Lu did not welcome Ming Zhi Yi's presence and collapsed.

Some were saying that Ming Zhi Yi was unfilial to annoy the elder in his later years into fainting, while others commented that it should be about time that Old Lu forget the past and forgive.

Some even boldly talked with their trusted table mates about the real intentions of the Tang family inviting Ming Zhi Yi despite knowing the relationship of the two.

Every person has their own thoughts.

When Linfeng came to know this, he glanced over at the quiet corner. "Zhi'er."

Xiong Zhi's thoughtful phoenix eyes turned to look at him. She too was silent while recounting of what possible reasons could have caused Old Lu to collapse.

Linfeng held her hand. 

His girlfriend had to know this.

"They are here."

???

Xiong Zhi did not understand it at first. She looked at Linfeng's serious expression and his tight grip on her hand.

Then it dawned on her. Her  eyes went wide. 

There was only one person they were wary of who could make Linfeng show such a solemn expression.

She was quiet for a moment.

"Where?" Her phoenix eyes narrowed. 

"Third row, on the left outermost corner."

Xiong Zhi followed his direction and saw two men at the table.

The taller man seemed to feel her glance and looked at her.

Over the distance, their eyes met.

Two dark pools that were unreadable yet dangerous met Xiong Zhi's inquiring eyes.

The man raised his cup to toast and drank a sip, before looking away. He did not look at her anymore.

Xiong Zhi's heart skipped a beat. She withdrew her gaze.

She had not met Ming Zhi Yi in her past life. She never had a chance. This was the first in this life, yet she could tell that the man was truly dangerous and mysterious.

Also... Although she had never met him before, this man had a faintly familiar aura. She was sure that she had never met him before though.

Ming Zhi Yi....

The man whom they suspected was the root of everything.

How come he was here?

Linfeng was worried that Xiong Zhi would feel unsettled and afraid. He reached out to hold her small hand into his own. 

"Zhi'er, don't be afraid. I'll protect you," he said as he squeezed her hand gently.

Xiong Zhi was not really afraid. But having Linfeng by her side, she felt more at ease. 

"Mmhm."

***

There was a thunderous applause as Tang Yin finally stood up and bowed for the last time. 

Although, the people's hearts and attention were not fully on the penultimate song due to the chaotic scene that happened earlier, they still sang praises as if they had seen a world-class musician who achieved many musical awards world-wide.

In fact, Tang Yin had also garnered international fame with various music and composition awards, but she had not fully reached the pinnacle yet as a truly world-class musician. However, given her extremely high talent, it would only be a matter of time.

After Tang Yin thanked the guests and her fellow musicians, the orchestra fully played joyously without restraint to show off their musical flair as the guests began to gather once more among each other. They did not plan to leave early, especially with the unexpected accident earlier.

After mingling and talking with the guest for a long time to accept their congratulations and praises, Tang Yin went to her sister, Tang Xinyang.

"Sister, I'll check on Grandma and Headmaster Lu." The latter was an esteemed guest who had collapsed in her event after all.

"Alright. Leave everything to me here."

Tang Yin left the hall to her sister and hurriedly went to the private room where Old Lu was taking a rest.

"Grandma!" 

Tang Yin was stunned to see Mistress Tang standing in front of the door with deep thoughts.

"Hmm?" Mistress Tang saw her and smiled in surprise. "The song finished already?"

"Yes. How is Headmaster Lu?"

"He is taking a rest. His grandson is looking after him."

Tang Yin had wanted to pay the elder a visit but changed her mind after hearing this. She glanced at the door. "I see, then I'll visit the Headmaster later."

Mistress Tang shook her head. "If you are truly worried, you can step in quietly to check on him and leave a word to his grandson."

"Err..." Tang Yin was not in good terms with Lu Yin Ze, so she was not sure if the man would take it well. "I think I'll just wait until Headmaster Lu wakes up--"

The door suddenly opened. A silver-haired man appeared on the doorway. His grey-flecked blue eyes framed by dark grey lashes seemed gloomy at this moment.

Lu Yin Ze was stunned to see the two women at the entrance of the door, the gloom in his eyes fading into surprise. He composed himself and took a step back. He gentlemanly stretched a hand and made a 'please' gesture.

"Please come in."

Tang Yin thought, this man really did seem like a gentleman at usual times.

She shook her head and waved a hand politely. "It's alright. I won't disturb you any further. I hope you and Headmaster Lu both take a good rest. If there is anything you need, there is an intercom inside. I'll visit again later." 

Tang Yin bowed. She was about to run away and return to the hall when Lu Yin Ze hurriedly spoke. "Hold on please, Second Young Miss Tang. Are you returning to the hall?"

Tang Yin nodded.

Lu Yin Ze looked at Mistress Tang and bowed. "May I boldly ask one more favor?"

"What is it?"

"I would like to return to the hall for a bit. I'll be back after... I return something that do not belong to me." 

Lu Yin Ze's tone was a bit hard when he said that. His other hand clutched at his pocket, squeezing the object which he always carried on himself.

Mistress Tang was silent for a while before she sighed. "Alright, you can leave your grandfather to me."

Lu Yin Ze bowed solemnly again. "Thank you, Mistress Tang. I will return soon."

Mistress Tang nodded. She called out to her granddaughter. "Yin'er, accompany Second Young Master Lu to the hall. Please see to it that he is unharmed."

Lu Yin Ze was embarrassed when he heard the elderly lady's words. 

A girl would protect him?

But then he thought of something. The Second Young Miss was a Tang. If she was given this kind of order by the great master, then Tang Yin was probably talented in martial arts as well like Tang Xinyang.

He had no choice. With the devil's presence here, he could not hold onto his pride over his own safety.

Tang Yin nodded. 

Lu Yin Ze nodded back politely and thanked her before they left together to return to the hall.