Chapter 74 Lin's Father

As soon as he returned to Lin Heng's bedroom, which was comparable to a vampire castle, this little ancestor started the "show-off mode".

He took me in his arms and introduced his priceless "collections" like treasures: limited edition trendy necklaces, diamond-studded lighters, a cabinet full of collector's edition games that he was reluctant to even open the boxes of, and those strangely shaped but said to be very expensive figurines in the corner... His enthusiasm, like presenting treasures, almost overwhelmed me.

"Sister-in-law, look at this! It's out of print! I waited three months to get it!"

"And this! This design, this texture! Absolutely amazing!"

"Sister-in-law, do you play this game? It's a masterpiece! I'll give you a copy later!"

I was so dizzy from his swaying that I could only mumble and aah in response. Meanwhile, Lin Yan was frowning as he surveyed his brother's "dark aesthetic" model apartment.

In broad daylight, the heavy curtains were drawn tightly, and the room was dimly lit by a few ambient lights.

The bed sheets were a rich wine red, and there were a few dark-toned paintings on the wall that were so abstract that they were difficult to understand. The most amazing thing was the crystal clear crystal skull ornament on the bookcase - it was beautiful, but it also exuded a spooky and evil aura.

Lin Yan couldn't help but complain: "Lin Heng, what's wrong with your room? It's like the Spider Cave. Do you have to turn on the lights when you come in during the day?"

Lin Heng was showing me a twisted metal sculpture. He immediately became unhappy when he heard this: "Brother! What do you know! This is called style! Niche dark style! Do you understand art?"

He pointed at the skull with a proud expression, "This is a one-of-a-kind handmade piece by an Italian master! I had to use a lot of connections to get it!"

Lin Yan had a look on his face that said, "You've lost your mind!" "When did you become obsessed with these underworld things?"

"What the hell is that!" Lin Heng exploded. "That's called personality! Bro, you're so old-fashioned and boring, not cool at all!"

I quickly tried to smooth things over: "Well, well, isn't this kind of thing popular among young people nowadays? It's very individual!" I tried to calm the situation down.

Lin Yan immediately turned his attention to me, his eyes dangerous: "Ruirui, we're not that old, are we? And why are you always leaning outward? Are you defending him?"

"What do you mean by turning away? This is your own brother!" I argued.

Lin Yan snorted, suddenly took a step forward, and pinched my butt with his big hand accurately, neither too hard nor too soft, and threatened in a low voice: "You can't tell who your husband is after just a short while, right? Huh?"

Lin Heng saw it with his sharp eyes and immediately jumped up and down: "Brother! What are you doing! You are acting like a hooligan in my room! I think you are just jealous that my sister-in-law is kissing me! You are so old-fashioned and boring!"

Lin Yan's face showed that familiar, slightly dangerous smile: "Lin Heng, you are so disrespectful to me in front of your sister-in-law? Huh?"

Just as the "war" between the two brothers was about to escalate again, the sound of a door opening and voices could be faintly heard downstairs - it was Lin's father who came back!

I instantly felt like a cat whose tail was stepped on, my hair standing on end with nervousness: "Ahhh Lin Yan! Here he comes! Your dad is back!"

Lin Yan immediately restrained his expression and patted my back soothingly: "Don't be afraid, baby, he won't eat people, I'm here for you."

The three of us quickly left Pansidian Cave... oh no, Lin Heng's room, and went downstairs.

Lin Yan called out to the middle-aged man who had just changed into slippers, "Dad."

My eyes immediately focused on it.

Wow! This is Father Lin!

Although he is over 50 years old, he has an excellent figure, is lean and capable, and shows no signs of middle-aged weight gain.

The contours of his eyebrows and eyes are exactly like Lin Yan's!

The eyes behind the gold-rimmed glasses were as sharp as an eagle, and the corners of his mouth habitually had a smile that was unique to businessmen, seemingly gentle but actually distant.

I stepped forward as if facing a formidable enemy, my voice a little tense: "Hello, uncle! I'm Chen Rui, Lin Yan's boyfriend."

After saying that, he quickly presented the "tribute" he brought with both hands - tea for Lin's father, and a massager and shoes for Qin Wan and her son.

The more gifts you give, the less blame you will get!

Father Lin's gaze lingered on me for a few seconds. It was a pure, non-malicious scrutiny, as if he was evaluating the value of an object.

He nodded, his voice steady: "How long have you been here? I just had a small meeting. Let's go to the study and talk."

Three sentences, concise and clear, explaining everything clearly, exuding the aura of a big boss.

My palms were sweating, and I subconsciously held Lin Yan's hand tightly and followed his father into the study.

This study room exudes the feeling of "I am expensive" and "I am working"!

The huge bookcase reaches from floor to ceiling and is filled with various large volumes. It is obvious that it is not just for decoration.

The documents on the large solid wooden desk were neatly arranged, and the computer screen was still on, obviously a frequently used place.

Father Lin walked to the table and just as he picked up the teapot, Lin Yan immediately stepped forward and said, "Dad, let me do it."

He skillfully began to heat the cup, wash the tea, and add water... His movements were as smooth as flowing water, and it was obvious that he was a skilled practitioner.

The image of Qin Zheng making tea just now flashed through my mind at an inopportune time. His technique was quite skillful.

Wow! Did Father Lin train all his sons to be tea connoisseurs? Essential skills for a wealthy family?

Father Lin sat down on the big chair behind the desk, his eyes fell on me, and he got straight to the point: "Are you and Lin Yan roommates?"

“…Yes, that’s right.”

I was terribly embarrassed, feeling like I was being publicly executed.

Even rabbits don't eat grass near their burrows! What am I doing? Digesting it in the dormitory?

"Yeah." Father Lin responded, his emotion unclear. "How long have you been together?"

Here it comes! Classic question! Is this an assessment of relationship stability? I bite the bullet and say, "Two years."

"Oh," Father Lin nodded and continued, "Does your family know about this?"

"I know, I know... I know everything." My palms became even wetter.

"What do your parents do?" I felt like I was in an HR interview!

"My mom is a high school teacher, and my dad...is a skilled worker in a factory."

I answered honestly, but my heart was beating fast: It's over, is this family background too "ordinary" in the eyes of this old fox?

"Oh," Lin's father's expression didn't change. He asked again, "What are your plans for the future?"

"Study... study for a master's degree."

I was like a primary school student answering the teacher's questions.

"Have you ever thought about starting a business?" Father Lin suddenly asked an unexpected question.

My mind was confused, and I tried to give it a try: "Uh... I have some ideas about the gaming industry... But I haven't figured out what to do specifically..." My voice became smaller and smaller.

"That's something to think about." Father Lin took a sip from his teacup. "But the gaming industry has been doing well in recent years."

He suddenly changed the subject and began to talk incessantly about market analysis, business models, venture capital...all kinds of high-sounding business terms popped out!

I was completely bewildered. My CPU was practically drained, and I could only nod my head like a chicken pecking at rice. Inwardly, I was thinking, "Boss! What the hell do you want?! Are you teaching me a lesson or just trying to intimidate me?"

He changed the subject again: "I heard from Lin Yan that he is preparing to start a business in the field of automated robots. If you need start-up capital or resources, you can contact me."

Lin Yan interrupted, his tone somewhat helpless: "Dad, we haven't even started yet, and you're already thinking about business cooperation?"

Father Lin smiled, a smile that was unfathomable. "What you want to do are all emerging industries. I am also somewhat interested in these areas. Investing is what I should do, after all..."

He turned his gaze towards me, and said meaningfully, "Chen Rui will also be a member of our family in the future."

Me: “!!!” This sentence… contains a lot of information!

"If you say so, then that's fine." Lin Yan continued, then changed the subject, "But Dad, just talking won't do, right?"

"Hmm?" Father Lin raised his eyebrows, the same action as Lin Yan.

Usually when Lin Yan does this gesture, it means "I'd like to see what you have to say."

"This is their first official visit, and as a parent, don't you have any response?"

Lin Yan acted so confidently, just like someone asking for a dowry for his wife!

I almost died on the spot!

She hurriedly tugged at his sleeve, "Hey, Lin Yan! It's great that your uncle supports us like this!" Oh my God! What is he doing?! Blackmailing his dad?!

Father Lin adjusted his glasses, a playful look behind the lenses: "Oh? I've overlooked this aspect. Xiao Chen, how about... giving you two companies to practice with?"

Me: “Poof!” I almost vomited blood!

Give it to my company?! I'm already losing money running a small shop in the game! Boss, you're kidding me!

"Uncle! This... this is inappropriate! It's really inappropriate!" I was so scared that I waved my hands repeatedly.

Lin Yan, however, acted as if nothing had happened: "Dad, what you gave me is too empty, it's not real."

I just want to strangle him to death! Or find a hole in the ground to crawl into!

What the hell are these father and son talking about here?!

The smile on Lin's father's face deepened, and he asked me directly: "Then, Xiao Chen, what do you want?"

"I, I, I... I don't want anything! Really!" I was about to cry.

This script is wrong! Where was the promise of waving a check and letting me go? Why did it turn into a live auction?

Lin Yan, this guy, when facing his father, all that gentleness and consideration was thrown away! All that was left was a lot of calculations!

"Dad, if you ask him, he will definitely be embarrassed to tell you." Lin Yan directly "spoke for me".

Father Lin nodded in understanding and asked no more questions.

He reached into a thick hardcover book spread out on the table and pulled out a... bank card?! He had clearly prepared this!

"There's enough money in here to keep you busy for a while. Take it. It's a gift from me to my 'daughter-in-law.'"

Father Lin's voice remained steady, but he pronounced the word "daughter-in-law" particularly clearly.

I was completely stunned and petrified on the spot.

"Baby, why are you standing there? Hurry up and continue!" Lin Yan nudged me with his elbow.

I finally woke up from my dream. My hands were shaking as I took the card, which felt light yet heavy. It felt like a hot potato. "Thank you...thank you uncle..." My voice was floating.

Father Lin nodded and picked up the teacup: "Okay, Xiao Chen, go out and have a cup of tea. Lin Yan and I will talk alone."

I looked at Lin Yan, my eyes filled with worry, thinking, "Is your dad going to beat you?"

Lin Yan gave me a reassuring smile, shook his head slightly, and told me not to worry.

I walked out of the study, looking back every few steps, and closed the door gently.

Leaning against the cold door, holding the hard card, my heart was still beating wildly.

Damn! This wealthy family… is so deep! Lin Yan and his father were battling wits and courage, and I was like a fool, nervous the whole time!