After a wealthy woman went bankrupt, her live-in husband became her sugar daddy.

Chapter 304 Long admired name

I was dressed in a well-tailored business suit that covered my stomach, and my shoes made a crisp sound as they hit the polished marble floor.

The voice sounded somewhat thin in the bustling hall, much like my slightly nervous mood at that moment.

Xu Sisi radiated an irrepressible excitement, her steps light as a bird about to take flight. She leaned closer to me, her warm breath brushing against my ear, and whispered, "This conference brings together many influential figures in the industry; we must seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."

Her eyes shone with a fiery light, a light that contained eagerness and determination, like a burning flame that instantly ignited the expectation deep within my heart.

I nodded vigorously, my heart pounding even harder as if stirred by the enthusiastic atmosphere.

Such a grand event is undoubtedly an olive branch extended by fate. If we can use this opportunity to make connections with key people and acquire valuable resources, it will be a timely help for our ongoing endeavors and a powerful boost to propel us toward success.

Qin Yu walked ahead, his posture as upright as a pine tree, each step steady and powerful, as if measuring the long journey to success.

He would occasionally turn back to look at me, his eyes warm and gentle, filled with concern for his partner. Suddenly, he said, "If you feel tired later, don't push yourself. Be sure to tell me immediately."

I smiled slightly, as if in response: "Okay, I understand."

An indescribable sense of peace, like a gentle warm current, flowed slowly through my heart, gradually relaxing my tense nerves.

The curtain rose on time, and we quickly threw ourselves into our respective "battlefields".

Amidst the bustling crowd, we were like courageous explorers, searching for potential business partners. Xu Sisi, with her cheerful and lively personality, danced among the crowd like a nimble butterfly. Before long, she was chatting enthusiastically with several jewelers, their laughter and chatter like joyful notes leaping and echoing in the air.

I followed Qin Yu, listening to his clear and logical introduction to the resources and opportunities within the industry. Every word he spoke was like a key containing immense energy, as if it could unlock doors to a new world of infinite possibilities, giving me a deeper understanding of this industry full of opportunities and challenges.

"This is Mr. Zhang, who owns mining rights to many jade mines in Southeast Asia." Qin Yu led me to a middle-aged man, his tone perfectly respectful, conveying both reverence and confidence.

I immediately smiled, a smile that was both sincere and polite. I extended my hand, my voice soft yet firm: "Mr. Zhang, hello. I've long admired your name, and it's an honor to meet you today."

Mr. Zhang smiled and shook my hand. His palm was broad and warm, and his attitude was polite yet courteous: "Mr. Qin's friend is naturally my friend. If there is a suitable opportunity, we can certainly work together."

After our conversation, Mr. Zhang showed great interest in our proposed collaboration, his eyes gleaming with approval. However, when the topic shifted to specific details of the collaboration, his attitude suddenly became somewhat subtle. He began to speak evasively, and a barely perceptible hesitation flickered in his eyes, as if he were weighing something.

Qin Yu keenly noticed this subtle change and immediately suggested, "President Zhang, how about we find another time, a quiet place, to discuss this in more depth?"

Mr. Zhang nodded, but his tone carried a hint of perfunctoriness, like a gentle breeze, seemingly mild yet elusive: "Okay, let's reschedule for another day."

Over the next few hours, this scene repeated itself like a movie on a loop.

We talked with all sorts of people, extended olive branches for cooperation, and enthusiastically discussed various possibilities. However, the collaborations that were actually finalized were like shooting stars in the night sky—fleeting and few in number.

Before we knew it, the banquet was about to begin. The atmosphere in the hall grew increasingly lively and enthusiastic. At the tables, people clinked glasses, laughter and chatter filled the air, and everyone's face radiated warmth and joy. However, I felt as if I were in a lively dream, and the prosperity and noise before me seemed somewhat unreal, untouchable.

Xu Sisi, holding a wine glass, walked unsteadily to my side, her cheeks slightly flushed from the alcohol. She leaned closer and complained softly, "How can these people drink so much? I feel like I'm about to collapse."

I shook my head with a wry smile and said helplessly, "I really can't drink much more. It seems that my hopes of expanding my network and acquiring resources today are slim."

Just then, Qin Yu walked over, holding a glass of juice steadily in his hand. The clear liquid shimmered enticingly under the light. He gently handed me the juice, his voice warm and concerned: "Drink this, don't force yourself."

I took the juice and sincerely said, "Thank you."

He smiled slightly and said in a relaxed and open-minded tone: "There's no need to rush into cooperation. It's already a great gain to learn from these industry veterans today."

I nodded, though I knew he was right, I still felt a little disappointed.

We had been hoping this meeting would bring about a revolutionary change in our careers, but reality gave us a gentle slap in the face.

After the dinner, the three of us walked out of the hotel together. The night breeze gently blew by, like a pair of tender hands, softly dispelling the noise and fatigue from the dinner table. Xu Sisi yawned, stretched, waved her hand, and said, "I'm going back now, I have to get up early tomorrow."

I nodded and reminded him, "Be careful on the road."

As Xu Sisi's figure gradually disappeared into the night, Qin Yu turned his head and looked at me quietly, his eyes seeming to want to tell me something. He asked softly, "Would you like to find a place to sit down and chat?"

I hesitated for a moment, countless thoughts flashing through my mind, but in the end I nodded and said softly, "Okay."

We strolled along the street, searching for a quiet corner.

Finally, we went into a quiet coffee shop and chose a seat by the window. Through the window, we could see the bustling streets and the endless stream of people outside.