Chapter 93
The more Kevin saw others fawning over the name 'Hu' and retreating to the sidelines, the more anxious he became.
Finally, as more and more people flocked to that side, he couldn't hold back any longer.
Who exactly is Hu?
The person next to him was pulled back and gave him an impatient look.
"You don't know this? Hu is from Country Z, a famous philanthropist and tycoon. I heard that the money she donated to her country is enough to buy a small island."
Are there really people like this in the world?
He genuinely didn't know about it.
After all, Kevin was able to get in entirely because he inherited his father's fortune.
In reality, he had never lived with his father since childhood, nor had he received a good education. His sudden rise from poverty to wealth only instilled in him an inflated sense of self-confidence and arrogance.
They didn't bring him anything else.
Kevin's ability to get by in this industry is entirely due to his cleverness.
He knows how to flatter the powerful and belittle the weak, and he can also say nice things to make a few people happy, so that the inherited company will have business.
Knowing just how powerful these people, who were even richer than him, were, Kevin knew he couldn't afford to offend them.
But now, it seems he has unknowingly offended a big shot.
Kevin's skin, which had just been tanned yesterday, was covered in sweat as he tried to reassure himself.
It's alright. Even if she's a big shot, she's still a foreigner. He's from the US. Do you think these people would fawn over a foreigner and do anything to him?
After thinking about it for a long time, Kevin finally managed to suppress his unease.
Hu Zhenzhen enjoyed the breeze outdoors.
She is indeed not well-known abroad, and the quality of these wealthy people in Country M varies greatly.
Thomas even apologized, saying it wasn't his fault and there was no need to cause any unpleasantness with his friend over it.
However, those who should hold a grudge will still hold a grudge.
Hu Zhenzhen specifically asked Thomas about that person's situation and remembered him.
She wants to establish a cinema chain in the US, and will likely have assets there in the future. If she really encounters this person's company, she won't show any mercy.
Thinking about what to do next made Hu Zhenzhen feel much better, and she returned to the main banquet hall with Thomas.
But this time, something seems different.
Hu Zhenzhen had offended someone with a prominent face, and she knew this from the beginning.
But when she first came in, she didn't get this many enthusiastic looks. What's going on?
Before I could think it through, someone came up to me with a wine glass in hand.
"Thomas, aren't you going to introduce him? I've heard this is your friend, Hu!"
"Hi Julian, I was just about to introduce you to my friend Hu, who is from country Z."
The woman who took the initiative to greet Hu Zhenzhen was a bright blonde with blue eyes, and she was much more polite, which salvaged the image of the American businessman in Hu Zhenzhen's mind.
"Hello, you can call me Hu."
She reached out her hand.
"Hello, my name is Julian."
With Julian leading the way, the merchants behind her became even more agitated, eyeing this mysterious merchant from Country Z.
"Is that her? She looks so young."
"I heard she's only in her early twenties. No wonder she's from China, she looks so young. I would believe you if you told me she's not even 20 yet."
"How about it? Want to go and get to know them?"
The group discussed whether they should greet Hu Zhenzhen.
The business world is like a battlefield, but even on the battlefield, there are cooperation and hostility.
Country Z has a large population and a large market, and many of these businessmen have invested and established businesses in Country Z.
In this situation, cultivating a good relationship with Hu Zhenzhen, a well-known businesswoman in China, is a very worthwhile endeavor.
Before long, Hu Zhenzhen was surrounded by the crowd.
"Miss Hu, I've heard of you before, but I never expected to meet you here today. It's a pleasure to meet you."
"I visited China many years ago. It's a beautiful place. I'd like to go again if I have the chance. Could you please help me then, Ms. Hu?"
"Can we be friends? I'm Spielt."
Many people came to greet Hu Zhenzhen, and as their names passed through her ears, she only remembered a few.
It's unpleasant to feel unappreciated and looked down upon.
But the feeling of being noticed and surrounded by everyone is also unpleasant.
Hu Zhenzhen didn't know what good fortune she had to experience both sensations in such a short time.
After she arrived, she realized that finding a reliable partner in this kind of situation was extremely difficult, practically impossible.
He greeted the enthusiastic businessmen with a smile.
Hu Zhenzhen didn't get any peace and quiet for half a day.
The reason is simple: in the United States, there are very few young, single female businesswomen like her.
Among a group of ordinary-looking and average-looking men, the enthusiastic M countrymen were naturally eager to get to know Hu Zhenzhen, a beautiful and wealthy woman with exotic charm.
They may not have any intention of developing a relationship.
It was simply that they saw a red flower among the green leaves and were drawn to it by their nature.
Hu Zhenzhen was getting annoyed with dealing with it, and Thomas, who was standing next to her, was also being pestered.
I'm too busy to help her right now.
Just as Hu Zhenzhen was thinking of an excuse to get out of this mess, she heard a familiar local accent.
"Is this Mr. Hu?"
Hu Zhenzhen turned her head and saw a man who also had a Chinese appearance.
She didn't know the other person and suppressed her doubts.
Do I know you?
"Mr. Hu doesn't know me, but I know you. I've often heard of your name in China before."
The man walked over, exchanging pleasantries, which temporarily pushed aside the people around Hu Zhenzhen.
The two spoke the same language, and the people around them couldn't join in. After a while, they naturally got bored and gradually walked away to chat with others.
Hu Zhenzhen, on the contrary, became more interested in chatting because of this.
"Have you heard of me?"
“Of course,” the man smiled and extended his hand. “It’s a pleasure to meet you. My surname is Lin, Lin Bei.”
Lin Bei?
Hu Zhenzhen's gaze shifted subtly for a moment.
Just by listening to him, you can tell that this person definitely grew up in a city in the north, and his parents have never been to the south.
Otherwise, we wouldn't have given our child such a name.
She tried her best to maintain her composure, shook hands with Lin Bei, and said, "Hello, I won't introduce myself."
Lin Bei had experienced this situation far too many times, and he could tell what Hu Zhenzhen was thinking just by looking at her expression.
"If Mr. Hu wants to laugh, it's fine to laugh."
Anyway, ever since he started elementary school, his classmates had been making jokes about his name, but Lin Bei didn't really care.
He has also encountered people who went too far, attacking him with his name.
In his view, Hu Zhenzhen's reaction was already considered friendly and respectful.
"Excuse me."
Hu Zhenzhen took a sip of the champagne in her glass to conceal her expression.
Was she really that obvious? How could she have been found out?
"It's alright, Mr. Hu, there's no need to apologize for such a small matter. Lin Bei did indeed mean that in the dialect, so it's no wonder you misunderstood."
Although he no longer cared, there was still a hint of frustration between Lin Bei's brows.
“When my dad was naming me, he said that the trees in the north are all tall, and a man named Bei (North) would grow tall and strong, so he gave me this name.”
"Now it seems my dad was right, I am indeed tall enough."
Hu Zhenzhen had to look up to see him; she estimated he was about 1.9 meters tall.
How tall are you?
On our first meeting, especially in this kind of setting, it's inappropriate to ask such a private question.
The atmosphere was so relaxing that Hu Zhenzhen unconsciously asked the question.
"1.91 meters," Lin Bei answered quickly.
This number is quite accurate. Don't most men like to exaggerate their own abilities?
Hu Zhenzhen was taken aback for a moment, then said, "Then you certainly didn't disappoint your father's expectations."
Thomas, who was nearby, finally finished dealing with the people around him. Seeing Hu Zhenzhen talking to someone, he curiously came over.
"Hu, have you made any new friends?"
Hu Zhenzhen shoved the empty cup into his hand. "Yes, let me introduce you. This is Lin, also from Z country."
Lin Bei's gaze swept over this detail, a kind smile on his face.
"Hello, you can just call me Lin."
Thomas glanced at him a few times and exclaimed, "Hey, bro, aren't you that singer again?"
singer?
Hu Zhenzhen looked over in confusion.
Just then, Lin Bei smiled and nodded, "Yes, but not many people here know me."
"How could no one know?" Thomas exclaimed excitedly, almost shouting, "Brother, you really should come to France and see how much people here like you."
"Thank you, I'll visit F country if I have the chance."
Hu Zhenzhen seized the opportunity to ask a question.
Do you know him, Thomas?
"Of course I know him," Thomas cleared his throat and lowered his voice, perhaps realizing that his voice was a bit too loud. "Hu, he's the most popular singer in F country right now."
The most popular singer?
Is a Z country person in country M the most popular singer in country F?
To Hu Zhenzhen, this whole thing seemed incredibly absurd.
She couldn't help but let out a questioning whisper, "Huh?"
Lin Bei's gaze hadn't left Hu Zhenzhen for a long time, and when he saw her expression, he immediately smiled.
"You're surprised, aren't you? I didn't expect it myself."
He stopped a passing waiter, took two empty glasses from Thomas, and placed them on the waiter's tray.
"It's just a coincidence."
Lin Bei stated this, raising a glass of apple juice, "Mr. Hu, would you like some apple juice?"
Hu Zhenzhen took it.
She definitely needs some juice to calm down.
They haven't even had a few sips of wine yet, and they're already starting to not understand their conversation.
After Hu Zhenzhen accepted the apple juice, Lin Bei's smile widened slightly.
"It's a simple matter to explain."
His gaze briefly fell on Thomas before quickly returning to his own.
“I’ve loved making music since I was a child, but as an only child, I studied business and couldn’t completely give up my work at the company.”
"Under these circumstances, music can only be a side job for me."
“Last year I self-funded the release of an album, and I didn’t expect one of the songs to become a hit, which is why Thomas is so familiar with me.”
Lin Bei pushed up his frameless glasses perched on his nose and smiled gently and harmlessly.
"However, I don't have much of a reputation in China yet, so it's normal that Mr. Hu doesn't know about me."
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