104: Chapter 104 Jin Feiyan's Heart

Outside the reception hall, in the courtyard.

Jin Feiyan stood quietly beneath the moon gate.

She could hear the conversation between her father and that man inside the hall.

When she heard her father so bluntly propose the word "marriage alliance," even with her Heart-Nature, long sharpened to be unflappable in the business world, she couldn't help but feel her pretty face flush, and her heartbeat skipped a beat.

She knew that her father's action was a gamble.

A heaven-shaking gamble that staked herself and the future of the entire Tianyi Chamber of Commerce on that mysterious man.

And she was the most critical... bargaining chip in this gamble.

If it were anyone else, any young talent from the three major Families in the city.

Facing such an arrangement, which was akin to a "political marriage," she might have felt unwilling, angry, or even... developed a desire to resist.

But...

When the object of the marriage was changed to... him.

In Jin Feiyan's mind, the figure of that man appeared uncontrollably.

She recalled the time they first met.

In that VIP room, facing her aggressive business inquiries, he had calmly and lightly spoken that phrase, sufficient to overturn her understanding of business: "Product is King."

That composure and confidence was something she had never seen in any other man of her generation.

She also remembered the thrilling auction.

For the sake of the severely injured female confidante by his side, he had spent a fortune without blinking an eye, suppressing the wealthy Chen Xuanfeng until he couldn't even lift his head.

In the end, he even left behind that domineering and affectionate line: "For you, it is worth losing everything."

That sense of responsibility and boldness was what she had dreamed of.

And...

There was also his unfathomable strength, his stunning Alchemy, and his power and mystery—always calm in the face of any crisis, as if everything was under his control.

Young, handsome, wealthy.

Possessing strength, talent, and boldness.

What was even more rare was... he also valued affection and loyalty.

This man seemed to fulfill all her fantasies as a woman regarding a Dao Companion.

From a business perspective.

Marrying him and forming the deepest bond with the Gu Family, this "super potential stock" with limitless possibilities, was undoubtedly the wisest and most profitable investment she and the entire Tianyi Chamber of Commerce could make.

And from her personal perspective...

To be able to become a Dao Companion with such a perfect, heroic figure and spend this life together.

It seemed...

It was not something difficult to accept, was it?

In fact, there was even...

A hint of a secret expectation that even she herself felt a little shy about?

Just as her heart was in chaos and she was lost in thought.

Inside the reception hall, her father's gentle voice came.

"Feiyan, come in."

Jin Feiyan's delicate body trembled slightly.

She knew the moment of final decision had arrived.

She took a deep breath, forcefully suppressing all her chaotic thoughts, and put on that capable and appropriate smile of a business powerhouse once again.

She moved with light steps and slowly walked into the reception hall.

For a moment, everyone's gaze focused on her.

There was her father's gaze, filled with encouragement and calculation.

And even more...

That man's deep and calm eyes, which seemed to be able to see through everything.

Jin Feiyan's heart skipped a beat once again, for no reason.

"Feiyan," President Jin Yuanbao pointed at Gu Yan and said with a chuckle, "I just discussed with Patriarch Gu, and we feel that you and Patriarch Gu are a match made in heaven. We intend to betroth you to Patriarch Gu. I wonder... what do you think?"

Although he was asking, his tone carried an unquestionable implication.

Jin Feiyan did not answer immediately.

She simply moved her gaze away from her father and bravely met Gu Yan's eyes.

"Young Master Gu."

Her voice was crisp and pleasant.

"This young woman is merely the daughter of a merchant, only calculating some petty profits that cannot be brought to the table."

"And you, Young Master, are a Dragon among men, a true Dragon about to soar above the Nine Heavens. Feiyan... asks herself, I am not worthy of you."

Her words were extremely humble.

Making President Jin Yuanbao, who was on the side, slightly stunned.

However, her tone shifted, and within those shrewd Phoenix eyes, the light of a merchant flickered once again!

"However..."

"Since this is Father's intention."

"And... it is the sincerity of my Tianyi Chamber of Commerce in 'plotting a great cause' with the Gu Family."

"Then Feiyan..."

She looked at Gu Yan, and on that usually shrewd and capable pretty face, a rare, heart-stirring, faint blush appeared.

"I leave it entirely to..."

"Father and... Patriarch Gu to decide."

This "no objection" was... the clearest agreement!

It was also a unique expression belonging to Jin Feiyan, filled with business wisdom and a maiden's shyness...

A confession!

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[Congratulations, Host! Another one conquered! You are one step closer to your great goal of 'Three Thousand Beauties'!]

The System's congratulatory message arrived late, as always.

Gu Yan looked at the extraordinary woman before him, who had described a business marriage in such a fresh and refined way, preserving the dignity of both parties while expressing her own feelings.

He couldn't help but laugh from the bottom of his heart.

"Good."

He stood up, and solemnly cupped his hands in greeting toward President Jin Yuanbao and Jin Feiyan.

"To be able to marry such an extraordinary woman as Feiyan is... my, Gu Yan's, good fortune."

"This marriage..."

"I accept!"