Chapter 56: Experiencing the Life of Lord Wei

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“I have a friend who works as a private detective. If I want to find something out, I just tell him. We have an agreement; I can’t reveal his identity,” Yang Chen said offhandedly.

Everyone nodded, refraining from asking further.

Li Jun and the others couldn’t help but feel a bit uneasy, as each harbored some unsavory secrets.

Li Jun thought to himself, “Could he find out about my affair with the deputy bank manager?”

Wang Baoguo wondered, “I only took that small bribe; he probably won’t find out, right?”

Chen Tao worried silently, “He won’t discover my secret mistress outside, will he?”

…

Yang Chen could “read” all their thoughts effortlessly.

Now that Yang Chen understood how to use his mind-reading ability, he had to lock onto a target to read their inner thoughts; those not locked on remained unreadable.

“You all go about your business; I have work to do,” Yang Chen said with a smile.

Li Jun and the others nodded and turned to leave.

Yang Chen called Guo Yi, the vice president in charge of Sihai Entertainment, and instructed, “President Guo, get in touch with Yida Films. I want to acquire the shares they’re planning to sell.”

Guo Yi hurried to comply, and soon there was news.

Wang Xiaosen, chairman of the Yida Group, would host a banquet tomorrow evening at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in the capital to entertain investors interested in purchasing Yida Films’ shares. If Yang Chen intended to buy, he should attend.

Yang Chen immediately asked Chen Xi to book tickets for a flight to the capital early the next morning. He and Chen Xi would go first, and if the deal was successful, Guo Yi would lead the team to handle the follow-up.

According to Yang Chen’s plan, he was determined to secure this 20% stake in Yida Films, no matter the premium. Missing this chance would make acquiring Yida Films or any other major cinema chain extremely difficult.

Chen Xi was going on a business trip alone with Yang Chen, much to the envy of Zhao Jing and the other four.

“Xiao Xi, you better keep your composure; don’t let Chairman Yang sleep with you so easily,” Zhao Jing teased.

Chen Xi blushed, quickly responding, “Ah, Sister Zhao, what are you saying?”

“I’m just speaking the truth. That’s how it always goes in the movies: when the secretary travels with the boss, they end up spending the night together,” Zhao Jing said.

“Oh dear, that sounds so dangerous. Xiao Xi, maybe you should find an excuse not to go. I’ll go instead. I’m from the countryside and have been brave since childhood—I’m not afraid of danger,” Chen Lan offered.

The other five rolled their eyes at Chen Lan, knowing all too well what was really on her mind.

“You’re just itching to sleep with Chairman Yang, aren’t you?” Huang Wei said.

“Stop revealing all the truth. No, seriously, don’t be so candid. It’s embarrassing to say it out loud when you already know it in your heart. I’m even starting to feel shy,” Chen Lan laughed.

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“Look at you, so flirtatious! We agreed you’d attract Chairman Yang with your charm, not by throwing yourself at him. Don’t break the rules,” Zhao Jing said.

“Exactly! Don’t break the rules! Everyone relies on their own ability, not just their seductiveness,” Bai Zhi chimed in.

Yang Chen was young, strong, and healthy. Not only was he handsome and a successful earner, but he was also single and an orphan, meeting every woman’s ideal partner criteria. Living with the six beauties every day, it was inevitable they would develop feelings for him.

After dinner, Chen Xi began packing her and Yang Chen’s clothes, as they needed to leave early the next morning for the airport.

With time to spare, Zhao Jing suggested playing Dou Di Zhu to pass the time.

Zhao Jing and Chen Lan teamed up, Bai Zhi and Gao Ya paired off, Chen Xi and Huang Wei formed another team, and Yang Chen played solo.

Yang Chen mischievously said, “Just playing cards is boring. Let’s add some stakes.”

“What do you want to play?” Zhao Jing asked.

“Gambling? That’s illegal. How about this: I’ll be the landlord every round. If I win, each of you six beauties must give me a kiss. If I lose, I’ll let you all kiss me. What do you say? Dare to play?” Yang Chen proposed.

Yang Chen quickly read the six beauties' thoughts; they were all willing.

“Wow! You pervert, I knew you had something up your sleeve!” Huang Wei said, though she secretly enjoyed it.

“You always want to take advantage of us. Looking at your legs wasn’t enough; now you want kisses too. That’s too much,” Bai Zhi said, secretly delighted as well.

“What difference does the bet make to us?” Gao Ya asked.

Yang Chen replied promptly, “Of course it matters! One is me initiating; the other is you initiating.”

The six beauties rolled their eyes.

Yang Chen smiled. “So, will you play or not?”

“Play then! Don’t act like we can’t afford it!” Chen Xi said.

“Right! Let’s play! Bring it on!” Zhao Jing followed.

Yang Chen smiled, laying the shuffled cards on the table as the four parties took turns drawing.

Picking up the landlord’s bottom cards, he organized his hand while reading the other three teams’ thoughts.

“My hand doesn’t look very good; playing normally, I’ll definitely lose to him,” Zhao Jing thought.

“I’m the goalkeeper, hee hee... I should let him win,” Gao Ya thought.

“Oh dear, my hand’s quite good: four 5s, four 10s, five Jacks, three 2s, and a pair of jokers. How do I play to lose to him?” Chen Xi pondered.

Yang Chen already had a rough idea of the other three hands. Chen Xi’s was the strongest; the other two were weak.

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“A three!” Yang Chen declared.

“I’m bombing!” Chen Xi shouted, throwing down four 5s.

Huang Wei, playing with Chen Xi, was stunned. If she had a 4, why drop a bomb immediately?

Yang Chen laughed, “No way, your hand’s that good? I played a three, and you just bombed?”

Chen Xi smiled, “What choice do I have? You want it?”

Yang Chen shook his head.

“Three twos with a pair!” Chen Xi said.

When she played three twos with a pair, everyone froze because the pair was two jokers.

“Hee hee... Playing like this, I’m definitely going to lose,” Chen Xi thought.

The other five beauties were first shocked, then lowered their heads, stifling laughter.

Clearly, they understood Chen Xi’s intention and tacitly agreed not to expose her.

Yang Chen smiled, “Wow, your hand is so strong. Play another card.”

Chen Xi played a four; as goalkeeper, Gao Ya surprisingly played a five. Yang Chen smoothly escaped a six, and Chen Xi immediately bombed with four 10s.

Yang Chen threw down four Kings, and Chen Xi crushed them with five Jacks.

“Phew… finally played all the big cards. This time I’m surely going to lose,” Chen Xi thought with satisfaction.

In the end, Yang Chen “barely” won the round.

Chen Xi feigned deep regret, saying, “Ah, it’s all my fault. I should have saved a bomb.”

The other five beauties nearly lost it; Chen Xi was such a good actress.

Yang Chen wiped his mouth, smiling, “Everyone, pucker up; I’m collecting my reward.”

The six beauties immediately closed their eyes, lifted their heads, cooperating with Yang Chen.

Yang Chen stood, passing by each one, feeling a swell of satisfaction.

“Ah, a real man gets to experience the life of Lord Wei. Fantastic!” Yang Chen thought happily.