Chapter 257 The Dangerous Compliment of the Immortal Witch
Chris knew it was bad.
But she just couldn't control it.
She just wanted to see more expressions on that face that she had never seen before - the book said that people should always have the curiosity and courage to explore the truth, and if Mr. Ghost is a god, isn't studying him equivalent to studying the truth?
Therefore, wanting to explore Mr. Ghost is instinctive, correct, and unstoppable - this is how Chris found a legitimate reason for her thoughts.
If Lin Xi knew that this was all she had learned in her little head after a month of study, she would definitely not be able to keep a straight face.
In the city, there are more cars and pedestrians, and the roads are narrower. As a result, the car following the black car is more conspicuous.
The slow-witted driver finally realized something was wrong: "Sir, the car behind us seems to be following us..."
Lin Xi, who was sitting in the back seat, smiled.
"Don't worry, Daquan." She slowly adjusted her tie. "But please drop me off at the next block."
"yes."
The driver did as he was told. After driving through a block, he stopped the car on the side of the road, got out and opened the door for Lin Xi.
Lin Xi took out his pocket watch and took a look at it.
There was just a little while left before the meeting time, so she could easily stroll over.
Give the girl behind you a chance too—haven't you always wanted to know what you do for a living? Then come and find out.
Lin Xi did not look back until he realized that he was being followed.
She walked slowly into an upscale restaurant and reached the top floor as she knew the place well.
The huge restaurant was empty, with no music and no customers. There was only a young man in a coat sitting by the window looking at the menu.
He noticed Lin Xi's footsteps and smiled at her, "Mr. Shibahara."
The young man looked a little thin, with a thin coat, and his beautiful purple-gray eyes were particularly eye-catching. Combined with his frail appearance, he had the temperament of a sickly beauty.
"Nice to meet you again, Mr. Karasuma." Lin Xi greeted him and sat down opposite him.
That’s right, Karasuma Shigeharu—later known as Rum—was the person she was going to meet today.
At this moment, he had not yet joined the organization under Lin Xi's instigation, and was still quietly planning his own revenge plan.
Lin Xi came to help him.
No, it can't be said to be helping - the identity she created for Hirojin Shibahara was a single man who had successfully invested in China, came to Japan with a large sum of money, and hoped to join the Japanese aristocracy.
He is the type of person that Karasuma Shigeharu will definitely strive for.
If Shibahara Hiroshin could be persuaded to cooperate, Karasuma Shigeharu's hope of overthrowing the head of the Karasuma family and taking over would be much greater.
So, it was Karasuma Shigeharu who took the initiative to contact him.
"This restaurant's specialty is Chinese food," the young man said with a smile. "I heard you're from China, so you must know more about Chinese cuisine than I do. That's why I didn't order rashly this time. I was just waiting for you to come over and take a look at the menu..."
…
Chris walked in from the back door of the restaurant.
Fortunately, there were not many people in this restaurant.
There was a map and floor instructions in a corner of the restaurant, and Chris glanced at them briefly.
This restaurant is huge, with different floors serving different functions. The first floor is for receiving guests, the second floor is for wedding ceremonies, the third floor has private rooms... and the top floor is the sky restaurant, which requires reservations.
If Mr. Ghost is out to discuss business with a group of people, he will go to the third floor. If he is meeting only one person, the beautiful sky restaurant is undoubtedly the best choice.
Chris pressed the elevator button for the top floor.
The restaurant's parking lot is in the backyard, and Chris didn't see many cars when she came over there just now.
There was only one car parked there.
So there was only one person who met Mr. Ghost.
As the elevator continued to rise, Chris took a deep breath.
Her heart was pounding, and she felt nervous and excited about her risky move.
She is now dressed in a weird way, not at all like a lady, and really shouldn't be in this kind of occasion.
Fortunately, the restaurant was booked, otherwise there wouldn't be only one car parked downstairs at this time.
However, this would make her more conspicuous, and once she went up, she would definitely not be able to hide her tracks.
Chris even began to back out in her heart.
I interrupted Mr. Ghost while he was talking. I hope he won’t hate me, right?
But before she had time to hesitate, the elevator door opened.
The waiter standing at the elevator door was stunned: "Miss, do you have a reservation? A customer has already booked the whole place today..."
"Thank you for your reminder." Chris smiled politely, "I'm here to look for the guests sitting inside."
"Oh, oh..." The waiter made way when he heard that, but his eyes gradually became confused because of Chris's outfit.
Is this a relative of a guest? Why is she wearing men's clothes and going out on the street? Only female workers at the bottom of society would wear pants like this, but those people would never come here to eat...
Having been a waiter for so long, he still had a good eye. He could tell at a glance that the clothes Chris was wearing were very expensive and not something a female worker could afford.
Moreover, Chris has fair and delicate skin, a pretty face, and golden hair color which is relatively rare in Japan. She looks like a wealthy young lady.
Could this be the family members coming to catch the adulterer?
But, but the two guests who booked the whole place today are both men?
Absurd speculations suddenly arose in the waiter's mind.
…
"Mr. Shibahara, it's a pleasure working with you." The purple-eyed young man smiled, "Thank you for your trust."
"Of course not." Lin Xi shook her head. "Before coming to Japan, I had heard of the Karasuma family. Now that I've met the young master, he's truly a handsome young talent. It's my honor to work with you."
Hearing Lin Xi's words, a trace of embarrassment jumped onto the young man's face.
"Actually," the young man coughed, "I'm not the young master of the Karasuma family. My brother Naoji is the one in charge, and I'm just helping him with some small things—"
"Haha." His words were interrupted by Lin Xi's laughter.
"You don't have to be so self-deprecating. To be honest, I've met your brother before," she said. "With all due respect, he's not as clever as you."
"The current head of the Karasuma family is already old, and it's surprising that a noisy young man is leading the charge. Fortunately, when I was looking for other partners, you showed up and contacted me on behalf of the Karasuma family. I was relieved."
The surprise on the young man's face did not seem fake.
He originally thought that Mr. Shibahara had never met his brother Naoji Karasuma, so he mistook him for the young master of the Karasuma family. However, he did not expect that he knew that Naoji Karasuma was the one in charge, but still gave him the title of young master.
This was a dangerous compliment to Karasuma Shigeharu, who was planning a secret revenge.
He spoke cautiously, "Ah, actually, my brother is just a little impatient. He never lets down his guard when faced with important matters. My abilities are actually far inferior to his..."
Lin Xi waved his hand: "You are too modest. To be honest, I think you are more suitable to be the future head of the Karasuma family than him."
Now Karasuma Shigeharu was certain that this upstart who came to Japan was trying to please him.
Not to the Karasuma family, but to him, Karasuma Shigeharu himself.
He was filled with doubts: the role he played outside was always that of a good brother, without showing any ambition or edge, and this Mr. Shibahara had only met him a few times, but showed an attitude of winning him over. What good would this do for him?
The most crucial thing is that he appeared at the perfect time, just when he was gathering strength to take action against the old guys in his family. The funds in his hands were a great help to Shigeharu Karasuma, but his appearance was too coincidental, which made Shigeharu Karasuma feel uneasy.
A figure suddenly flashed through his mind. It was the figure of the woman who had turned the pharmaceutical company upside down during this period of time. What a coincidence, could it be related to her?
He smiled and was about to speak when he saw a sneaky figure not far away.
"Who's there?"
Lin Xi also followed his gaze and looked over.
She pretended to be surprised: "Little Chris! Why are you here?"
She stood up and walked in front of Chris, with her back to Karasuma Shigeharu, and smiled at Chris inclusively.
"And you're dressed so inappropriately." She scolded him with a smile, her tone completely doting, "You don't look like a lady at all."
Seeing her familiar smile, Chris completely threw away the uneasiness in her heart, hugged Lin Xi fiercely, and said coquettishly: "Sir, I missed you."
"You've been out and about these past few days and haven't had time to play with Chris. Chris has no choice but to come find you herself!"
"Nonsense... Sorry, Mr. Karasuma, my sister has been a little naughty. I'm really sorry. Come, Chris, say hello to Mr. Karasuma!"
Chris smiled sweetly, picked up the non-existent hem of her skirt, and saluted Karasuma Shigeharu.
At this time, Shigeharu Karasuma also came back to his senses and looked at Chris carefully.
Ah, this little girl should be the experimental subject sent to Hirojin Shibahara by the laboratory.
He had only heard about this and didn't take it seriously - giving women as gifts was just the least surprising way of making friends in the circle of power and influence - but it seemed today that things were not quite as he had imagined?
Look at the way Mr. Shibahara looked at the little girl, it was full of doting. When he saw the experimental subject sneaking out and disturbing his work, he didn't say a single harsh word.
She even apologized to herself for her recklessness.
Haha, it seems that this experimental subject means a lot to Hirojin Shibahara.
"It's okay." He smiled. "Nice to meet you, Chris."
He hadn't overlooked Chris's clothing. A silk shirt, and this size...it belonged to Hiroshi Shibahara.
This experimental subject can enter and leave his bedroom at will. Can't Shigeharu Karasuma see what their relationship is?
Interesting, interesting... It seems that I have to go to the laboratory after I return to check the information of this experimental subject.
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