When the sound was heard, everyone else turned to look, and a particularly joyous color flashed in Wang Fugui's eyes.
He immediately opened his mouth and called out, revealing the identity of the person who had arrived.
"Uncle, let me introduce you. This is my girlfriend, this is my girlfriend's elder brother, and these are my elder brother's other sisters, my sisters-in-law."
Every sound, every sentence.
He pushed a string of people forward.
It was exactly what he had in mind.
The sharp light in Duan Chen's eyes slowly extinguished.
The person who arrived was none other than Jia Rengui.
Jia Rengui's eyes held a smile, but when he scrutinized others, they were filled with greed. He thought he was undetected, but in reality, weren't all the people present shrewd?
Moreover, their purpose in coming here was for Jia Rengui himself, so they would naturally pay more attention to Jia Rengui's emotions.
Upon noticing Jia Rengui's greed, Duan Chen knew that the fish had taken the bait. Now, it was a matter of how well they performed to make the fish bite more firmly.
"So that's how it is..." Jia Rengui said slowly with a smile, exuding an exceptionally amiable demeanor.
He turned to look at Duan Chen, who concerned him the most, and expressed his goodwill very gently.
"Hello, who are you?"
Duan Chen remained as unyielding as ever.
"I am a mercenary."
Even though his voice was very cold, Jia Rengui paid no mind. Instead, he smiled and inquired for more information.
"I see. What should I call you?"
"Call me Bai."
At this moment, the role Duan Chen was playing showed a hint of thawing. He offered a reluctant explanation.
"My mother was not particularly gifted. When naming us, she kept it simple, hence these names."
Then he introduced his sisters.
Bai Xiaoqing, Bai Xiaobai, Bai Xiaohong...
Jia Rengui's mouth twitched.
They were truly casual.
However, he did not show it on his face and instead greeted them with even greater enthusiasm.
"I see, I see. Brother Bai, are you enjoying yourself at my banquet?"
Duan Chen nodded his distinguished head.
"It's unlike anything I've ever seen."
He offered a perfunctory compliment to Jia Rengui, who immediately showed a hint of genuine happiness, indicating that he indeed enjoyed being flattered.
"Hahahaha, Brother, you are so eloquent."
He said a few words of feigned humility, then steered the conversation towards his desired topic.
"Brother Bai, you have such a distinguished appearance. Since you are a mercenary, you must be a skilled spirit hunter, right?"
This question was of paramount importance to Jia Rengui.
Even though Jia Rengui had tried his best to conceal it, Duan Chen noticed.
He shook his head.
Jia Rengui showed obvious disappointment when he shook his head, but his spirits immediately lifted when Duan Chen spoke his next sentence.
"Not that strong, just barely comparable to official senior agents."
"Senior agents."
Jia Rengui mumbled the words to himself, his gaze towards Duan Chen growing increasingly fervent.
"Brother, you are truly too humble," he said with a smile.
He raised his hand and waved behind him, calling out gently.
"Mengmeng, come here for a moment. Let me introduce you. Haven't you always wanted to meet a senior agent but lacked the means?"
After calling out, Jia Rengui looked apologetically at Duan Chen. He felt no guilt for his preemptive action but felt obliged to say the polite words.
"Brother, please forgive me. We have too few senior agents in Bing City. They are mostly on missions outside and rarely return."
Duan Chen shook his head, indicating he didn't mind.
It was then that a graceful young girl emerged from behind Jia Rengui. She was wearing a pink evening gown, appearing pure, lively, and innocent, yet possessing a voluptuous figure.
Her smile seemed to sparkle with the stars of the heavens. She looked at Duan Chen with a smile and spoke softly, her voice like tinkling bells.
"Hello."
"I am Jia Mengmeng."
The girl's eyes were filled with curiosity. She gently extended her tender hand and placed it in front of Duan Chen.
"May I know who you are..."
Each word seemed to carry the sweetness of cake.
Jia Rengui introduced on the side.
"This brother is called Bai."
"Hello, I am Bai," Duan Chen nodded as well.
Jia Mengmeng exclaimed with admiration.
"You are truly handsome."
Faced with the girl's innocent admiration, how many men could resist?
Especially a girl with eyes like a fawn.
Jia Rengui reprimanded her in a mock stern tone.
"Mengmeng, don't be impolite in front of our guest."
Duan Chen, of course, did not let him play a solo act. He waved his hand, indicating he didn't mind.
"It's alright, it's nothing."
Jia Rengui continued along the lines of Duan Chen's words.
He swirled his wine glass, his kind and amiable smile resembling that of a doting elder looking at his junior.
"Today is my dear daughter Mengmeng's eighteenth birthday. If Brother Bai feels comfortable here, please stay to watch and have a drink with us."
This was another perfect hit.
It seemed his persona was quite convincing.
Duan Chen nodded, showing no flaws on the surface.
It's done.
Duan Chen felt things were progressing steadily, and Jia Rengui was also very pleased.
Both felt they had achieved their objectives.
Jia Rengui was somewhat impatient but managed to suppress his excitement.
He smiled at Duan Chen and said.
"Brother Bai and I are like old friends upon first meeting. Besides, you must have heard that I am very fond of making friends."
"Don't be reserved. Feel free to enjoy yourself here, as if you were at home."
"Thank you then."
Duan Chen did not refuse and agreed to Jia Rengui's invitation.
Beside them, Jia Mengmeng looked at the handsome and charming Duan Chen, little hearts continuously popping out of her eyes.
This was certainly the type of man a young girl would fancy.
Handsome, composed, and powerful, not inferior to anyone, nor was he glib.
A young lady like Jia Mengmeng, who had received a noble education, would naturally be inclined to choose a man more powerful than herself.
This was also what Jia Rengui hoped for his daughter.
Jia Rengui certainly wanted to give Jia Mengmeng some time, preferably for her to interact and get acquainted with Duan Chen first.
After all, it was for his heartfelt wish...
He quickly found an excuse to leave.
"You're welcome, you're welcome. Brother Bai, you mingle with the young people here for a while. I'll go entertain the guests up front."
And he left with great haste.
After saying that, Jia Rengui seemed as if his backside was on fire. Despite his gentle smile, he departed rapidly.