Seeing Meng Wan's calm demeanor, Hu Lou sensed something was amiss, but everything was proceeding according to his plan...
"My clothes got dirty, so I took them off to change. Now I'm waiting for the waiter to bring me new clothes."
Hu Lou was thinking about something else, but he was still explaining to Meng Wan the answers he had originally prepared.
Meng Wan nodded. "The waiter said the bathroom on the top floor was broken and gave me a room key."
Hu Lou understood. "Yes, I booked this entire floor. The waiter probably made a mistake and gave you the wrong room card."
Meng Wan didn't say, "It seems that Young Master Hu is going to take over the Hu family business. He's very wealthy and powerful."
Seeing Meng Wan's relaxed demeanor, Hu Lou was somewhat surprised, but still answered her in the same way.
“How can I compare to Miss Meng? I still rely on my family. Unlike you, you've started several companies at such a young age, and they're all doing very well. My grandfather keeps nagging me every day, saying that he wishes I were half as good as you.”
Meng Wan smiled slightly, but did not answer. She casually sat down on a chair next to the TV cabinet.
"I've heard that quite a few established companies have approached you for cooperation. In the future, the Hu family will have to rely on Miss Meng for guidance."
"If the Hu family were to engage in legitimate business, there would be plenty of opportunities for cooperation."
Meng Wan's words made Hu Lou's expression change. "What do you mean by that, Miss Meng?"
"I'd like to ask Young Master Hu, what's the purpose of all this?"
Seeing Meng Wan's expression, Hu Lou knew he no longer needed to pretend.
"When did you find out? Did Xu Jiaojiao tell you?"
Hu Lou stopped pretending and sat on the bed, leaning against the headboard.
The bed was a bit messy, and the dim light illuminated the entire room, but there was no hint of romance.
"Isn't it obvious? Even if I didn't ask to use the restroom, you would have had other ways to get me here, wouldn't you?"
"Miss Meng is truly intelligent," Hu Lou clapped.
Meng Wan was right. The champagne was supposed to be poured on Meng Wan, but the plan went slightly wrong, so he had to go with the flow and adjust the plan.
Regardless of the process, as long as you achieve your goal, that's all that matters.
"I really admire Miss Meng's courage. Knowing there are tigers in the mountains, she still went into the tiger's den. No wonder she can attract so many top figures to support her."
"So, what is your destination?" Meng Wan asked, her hands resting on her knees, her tone calm and exuding a casual sense of control.
"It's very simple. I'm about to take over the Hu family business, but some of the elders in the family seem to have some objections. How about this: we cooperate. You help me solidify my position as heir, and I'll merge my entertainment company with your retirement assets. It's a win-win situation, how about it?"
"Young Master Hu has quite the appetite, isn't he? You're even planning to spend your later years on this."
“I know that you only got to develop the Yan family business because of Yan Nian. As far as I know, you two are childhood sweethearts and your love is stronger than ever, but what is the reality? He has been in charge of the Yan family business for so many years, but he has no intention of giving you any shares. As a man, he is only doing this to keep an eye on you.”
"Oh? That's a strange way of putting it." Meng Wan smiled instead of getting angry.
"So?" Meng Wan asked.
"So, why don't we join forces and swallow up the Yan family? I guarantee I'll give you half the shares. When that time comes, I'll kick Wen Qinglian out and make you my fiancée."
Hu Lou became more and more determined as he spoke, as if he could already see the scene of the two of them successfully joining hands and reaching the peak in the future.
Meng Wan listened to the grand promises he made to her and held back her laughter.
"What if I say no? Why would I choose a bastard son who can't even control his own right to succession instead of someone who is in power?"
Upon hearing the last three words, Hu Lou's face immediately darkened. He was most averse to, and hated most, having his past mentioned by others!
Why should those so-called orthodox successors be allowed to assume the position of heir? Even if the other party is a good-for-nothing, an incompetent ruler.
And yet, despite my abilities and strength, I am ostracized, ridiculed, and mocked simply because of the word "illegitimate child"? Why?!
"Meng Wan, aren't you a fake heiress too?" Hu Lou, whose defenses had been broken, desperately wanted to find a sense of belonging in Meng Wan.
"After being a pampered young lady for so many years, she was immediately kicked out of the Tang family just because of her status. You know, in their circle, bloodline is everything. They don't care about your abilities; they just want a legitimate heir."
Hu Lou stood up, walked towards Meng Wan, and looked down at her.
Meng Wan looked at him and understood why he only contacted her.
"You're just like me, we're a match made in heaven. What do you think Yan Nian values in you? Do you think he doesn't want anything from you? The moment he drains you of your abilities will be the moment he abandons you! He's a rich and powerful eligible bachelor now, do you really think he'd even look at a fake heiress like you?"
Hu Lou spoke each word as if he wanted to expose Meng Wan's facade of strength. He whispered, like a venomous snake that appeared docile but harbored fangs, slowly coiling around her neck, waiting for the moment Meng Wan made a mistake so he could bite through her carotid artery!
He grabbed Meng Wan's chin, forcing her to look directly into his eyes.
"Meng Wan, a man and a woman alone in a room, how do you think the news reporters will report it? Do you think Yan Nian can accept being cuckolded? Even if he believes you, can he withstand so many rumors and gossip?"
He stared intently at Meng Wan, coaxing her.
"Don't let him not only gain a good reputation but also embarrass you. Promise me that nothing will happen today. If you don't, reporters will rush in immediately."
"So that's what you were planning. You really don't mind that this is an old-fashioned trap from hundreds of years ago."
"As long as the method works, that's fine. Throughout history, people have always placed great importance on their reputation."
"So you Qing Dynasty people were really hard to kill."
Faced with Hu Lou's threats, Meng Wan's words made it difficult to discern whether she genuinely didn't care about her reputation or was simply putting on a brave face.
"There's something in those drinks, isn't there?" Meng Wan suddenly changed the subject.
"You even noticed this? I underestimated you. No wonder Yan Nian hasn't given up on you even after you lost your identity. You must have a lot of dirt on Yan Nian, right?"
Meng Wan didn't speak, staring straight at Hu Lou, a smile of ambiguity playing on her lips.
Hu Lou's smile widened. "No wonder...no wonder...I see. I knew it. You and I are the same kind of people, both of us will do anything to achieve our goals. Those people were born with a silver spoon in their mouths, how could they possibly look up to people like us?"
"What, didn't those people at the party all respect you quite a bit, Young Master Hu?"
Meng Wan's words were tinged with mockery, but Hu Lou snorted and sat back on the bed.
"Respect? If it weren't for the fact that I have the channels to get those high-end goods, do you think they would listen to me so obediently?"
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