The two returned home to change into more formal attire.
Chen Jinzhao secretly contacted Shangguan Yu'an, asking her to investigate Yamamoto Senzuru's background. Since this guy dared to appear in front of him, it meant he had some backing.
Seven-thirty in the evening.
The two arrived at the Marriott Hotel, the agreed-upon meeting place.
At this time, Shangguan Yu'an had also sent Yamamoto Senzuru's information to Chen Jinzhao's phone. Chen Jinzhao quickly scanned it while in the elevator, and his brows furrowed.
No wonder this dog dared to show up in front of him so brazenly. Yamamoto Senzuru was part of the Japanese delegation and held a very formal official status. If Chen Jinzhao dared to act rashly, the repercussions would be severe.
"He's banking on me not daring to make a move," Chen Jinzhao said, narrowing his eyes.
"Interesting..."
Meanwhile.
In a top private room at the Marriott Hotel, Leng Jiaying was leaning against a young man, who was Yamamoto Senzuru.
Leng Jiaying's complexion was unnaturally flushed because Yamamoto Senzuru had just removed his hand from under her short skirt. Leng Jiaying let out a soft moan, "Lord Senzuru, what are you doing?"
Yamamoto Senzuru held a book in his hand and said matter-of-factly, "Just moistening it a bit, makes turning pages easier."
"You brute!"
Leng Jiaying had completely lost her sharp demeanor, now appearing nothing more than a delicate bird relying on its mate.
Yamamoto Senzuru smiled faintly.
"Lord Senzuru, you're showing up in front of Chen Jinzhao so openly. Aren't you afraid he'll make a move? As far as I know, this Chen Jinzhao is very likely the Eye of the Candle Dragon; it's highly probable."
"And you orchestrated an assassination attempt on the Candle Dragon Special Operations Team back then."
Yamamoto Senzuru put down the book titled "Manyoshu" and pushed his glasses up his nose. "What's there to fear? The Eye of the Candle Dragon hasn't appeared for several years, and Chen Jinzhao might not be the Eye of the Candle Dragon. Even if Chen Jinzhao is the Eye of the Candle Dragon, so what? I have a clear, official identity now. If he dares to make a move, the Chinese high command won't stand idly by."
"He hasn't made a move in three years, do you know what that means?"
"For these top-tier powerhouses, not advancing is falling behind. After neglecting himself for three years, how much do you think he's regressed?"
Yamamoto Senzuru's words enlightened Leng Jiaying. She then giggled, "Lord Senzuru is truly intelligent, considering even these details so thoroughly. But what is our objective today?"
"Nothing much, just to annoy Chen Jinzhao a bit, and then see if there's an opportunity to control Yu Mengzhi. Gou Chen Group is about to become a cash cow, and it's being supported by a behemoth behind the scenes. Controlling Yu Mengzhi would be greatly beneficial to us."
Leng Jiaying tilted her head and pondered for a moment, then told Yamamoto Senzuru, "Based on my understanding of Yu Mengzhi, she won't be content to be your puppet."
"Unwilling? What use is that?" Yamamoto Senzuru smiled.
Upon hearing this, Leng Jiaying knew Yamamoto Senzuru had a plan and couldn't help but laugh, "Then I'll look forward to it. Speaking of which, Yu Mengzhi has always been stronger than me since childhood. She probably doesn't know I've already become a core member of the Black Blood Group, does she?"
"I'm looking forward to it, making her my puppet."
Leng Jiaying had tried several times before without success, inevitably feeling a sense of frustration.
Now it was good, Lord Senzuru was taking direct action.
Did Yu Mengzhi have any chance of survival?
Yamamoto Senzuru walked to the window. On the windowsill sat a small incense burner. He gently lifted the lid and lit the incense inside. Leng Jiaying saw this, and her eyes sparkled with anticipation.
Things were starting to get interesting.
A few minutes later.
A knock echoed through the private room. Leng Jiaying suppressed the joy in her heart, got up, and went to open the door.
Chen Jinzhao and Yu Mengzhi were standing at the door.
After Yu Mengzhi's careful styling, Chen Jinzhao, dressed in a suit, looked tall and handsome. His aura alone crushed Yamamoto Senzuru, not to mention Chen Jinzhao's more well-proportioned physique.
Leng Jiaying was stunned.
She hadn't expected Chen Jinzhao to look so handsome when dressed up.
The two stood at the door, truly a match made in heaven. Leng Jiaying felt a pang of jealousy.
Yu Mengzhi smiled faintly, "Jiaying, why are you standing at the door not moving? You don't welcome Jinzhao and me? If that's the case, we'll just leave?"
Leng Jiaying immediately said, "No, no, it's just that I was thinking about some things."
She wondered inwardly why the usually gentle Yu Mengzhi's tone was so sharp today. If she hadn't wanted them to stay, Leng Jiaying wouldn't have given her a pleasant look.
Yu Mengzhi linked arms with Chen Jinzhao and walked in. Leng Jiaying closed the door.
As the two took their seats, they didn't even greet Yamamoto Senzuru. Yamamoto Senzuru initially didn't pay attention, then he proactively stood up and extended his hand to Yu Mengzhi for a handshake, ignoring Chen Jinzhao.
"Miss Yu, I've heard about you from Jiaying before. Meeting you is even better than hearing about you. Miss Yu, you are much more beautiful than I imagined." Yamamoto Senzuru praised Yu Mengzhi's beauty from beginning to end, making Chen Jinzhao uncomfortable.
Leng Jiaying looked at Yu Mengzhi with a smile, waiting to see how she would respond.
Yu Mengzhi glanced at Yamamoto Senzuru's extended hand but had no intention of shaking it. "Thank you for your compliment, Mr. Yamamoto, but let's forgo the handshake. I don't particularly like that way of greeting."
This response was impolite, making it seem as though Yu Mengzhi looked down on Yamamoto Senzuru.
Even Chen Jinzhao looked at Yu Mengzhi in surprise.
Leng Jiaying's heart sank. She said to Yu Mengzhi with displeasure, "Mengzhi, Yamamoto is being so warm, how can you bear to leave his hand hanging there? It's just a handshake, it's not a big deal."
Her words carried a hint of accusation.
Yamamoto was a bit displeased and said sarcastically, "They say China is a land of etiquette, but I feel like our Japan is the true land of etiquette?"
Chen Jinzhao frowned. This little Japanese fellow was quite adept at flattering himself.
Yu Mengzhi was cornered morally. Yamamoto expected her to shake his hand to save face. What no one expected was that Yu Mengzhi suddenly smiled and said, "I apologize, it's just that I am impolite. It has nothing to do with our China. Your country, Japan, focuses on trivialities but lacks great righteousness. How dare you claim to be a land of etiquette on the soil of my magnificent China?"
*Swish!*
The atmosphere in the private room instantly turned bizarre.
Yamamoto Senzuru, Leng Jiaying, and Chen Jinzhao all looked at Yu Mengzhi with strange expressions.
Her words were filled with gunpowder!
Especially in Chen Jinzhao's impression, Yu Mengzhi had never resorted to belittling others in this manner. What had happened in the meantime?
Leng Jiaying could no longer tolerate it and was about to reprimand Yu Mengzhi when Yamamoto, who had retracted his hand, shot her a look. She then refrained from saying anything further. Yamamoto Senzuru chuckled dryly and sat back in his seat.
"Your China truly is a land of etiquette. I've witnessed it today," Yamamoto Senzuru said with a faint smile.
Yu Mengzhi snorted proudly and remained silent.
The atmosphere became cold again. Chen Jinzhao took this opportunity to size up Yamamoto Senzuru. Frankly, he had never seen the true face of Black Blood Group's Senzuru, but he could judge from his demeanor that Yamamoto Senzuru was indeed the Senzuru he was looking for. At the same time, Yamamoto Senzuru was also sizing up Chen Jinzhao, and he was certain that even if Chen Jinzhao wasn't the Eye of the Candle Dragon, he was a formidable fighter.
Both sides remained silent, not revealing their identities.
Leng Jiaying stepped forward to ease the tension. "What are you all doing? Isn't it good for everyone to sit down and have a peaceful meal? Mengzhi, you should also say a little less and not be like those radical youths."
Yu Mengzhi was simply not one to endure such humiliation.
Just as she was about to speak again, Chen Jinzhao patted her hand under the table, signaling her not to speak. As a man, Chen Jinzhao felt it was his duty to step forward.
Chen Jinzhao said to Leng Jiaying with a cold smile, "I was wondering why there was a foul smell in the room. It turns out it's coming from your mouths. If you want to invite us to dinner, be polite. Those who don't know would think you're bestowing a favor upon us."
"And don't try to pressure me with that 'land of etiquette' nonsense. So what if I'm uncultured and impolite?"
Leng Jiaying bit her lip.
Yamamoto Senzuru also felt a surge of anger. If not for the plan to be carried out later, he might have overturned the table by now.
He endured it!
Knowing Yamamoto Senzuru's attitude, Leng Jiaying gradually calmed down. She forced a smile at Yu Mengzhi, "Okay, okay, it's all our fault. I apologize to you now. Is that satisfactory?"
She acted one way on the surface and another way in private.
For now, let Chen Jinzhao and Yu Mengzhi be arrogant. They would have their turn later.
The good show had just begun!