Chapter 160 School Beauty Chen Qian's One-on-One Time
Lin Chen's hand, holding the teacup, paused for a moment.
From the corner of his eye, he caught Pan Fen's probing gaze.
His heart was as clear as a mirror.
This was his future mother-in-law testing the waters, checking his family background,
to see if he was worthy of her precious daughter, Chen Qian.
He chuckled inwardly.
"Now is not the time to be modest and hide things."
"Without some real capability, why would someone entrust such a charming girl to you?"
"With Chen Qian's national-level beauty, her suitors could line up from Star City all the way to Macau."
"If I show any cowardice, I definitely won't pass today's test."
Setting down his teacup, Lin Chen spoke frankly, without a hint of exaggeration:
"Auntie, to be honest, I did just register an investment company in Hong Kong."
As he spoke, he swiftly pulled out his phone.
His fingertips slid quickly across the screen.
While operating it, he added:
"It was just set up not long ago. I'll log into the official website to show you."
"I also used an agency to handle the procedures quickly; Hong Kong's efficiency is quite high."
The screen lit up.
The official National Business Registration website page was clearly visible.
Lin Chen handed the phone to Pan Fen.
He explained with a smile:
"Look, this is the official website for Hong Kong business registration."
"I just finished all the procedures this morning before coming over to Macau in the afternoon,"
"to accompany Qianqian for a stroll while I was at it."
Pan Fen still had her doubts,
but she found a graceful way to accept the phone, reaching out for it:
"Oh? Really?"
"Let me see what grand name you gave this company and if it sounds impressive."
She leaned in, first scanning the URL.
After confirming it was indeed the official site, she looked further down.
The company name was written clearly:
"Hong Kong, China, Chenqi Investment Co., Ltd."
"Oh, this name is quite alright,"
"Chenqi, it has a good meaning."
Pan Fen praised casually and was about to hand the phone back,
when her gaze inadvertently swept over the registered capital column.
Her entire body froze instantly.
Her eyes widened, her pupils dilated,
and her finger subconsciously tapped the screen as her voice trembled:
"Why... why are there so many zeros after this 1?"
"Ten million?"
"No, no... is this one hundred million?!"
She looked down in a panicked rush.
In the legal representative column,
the two characters 'Lin Chen' were written clearly, without any ambiguity.
Pan Fen swallowed hard, nearly dropping the phone in her hand.
Beside her, Chen Qian was also stunned upon hearing this.
She leaned over and tugged at Pan Fen's arm, her face full of disbelief:
"Mom, what are you looking at?"
"Did you see it wrong?"
"One hundred million?"
"Lin Chen, he..."
Pan Fen finally snapped out of it.
The doubt on her face vanished instantly,
replaced by a beaming smile that carried a hint of cautious flattery.
She hurriedly handed the phone back to Lin Chen with both hands.
Her tone softened by several degrees:
"Lin Chen, Auntie didn't see that wrong, did she?"
"Your company really has a registered capital of one hundred million?"
As soon as she said this, Chen Feng, sitting at the head of the table,
a man of vice-mayor rank,
felt the hand holding his wine glass shake slightly.
A few drops of liquor splashed onto the tablecloth.
He looked up at Pan Fen with an inquiring gaze.
He knew Pan Fen had worked in government offices for many years;
she was more sensitive to numbers on reports than anyone, so she couldn't have misread it.
Lin Chen took back his phone, his tone remaining calm,
without any intention of showing off:
"Yes, Auntie, it's true."
"Hong Kong has a good international investment environment."
"I'll register a company there first as a foundation, and later I plan to register another one in Star City."
He paused, a confident smile playing on his lips.
He continued: "The country is developing so well now; it's a great time for investment."
"As long as you find the right projects, growing big and strong happens very quickly."
"I already have a few preliminary investment directions in mind."
"I estimate that in three to five years, I'll have something to show for it."
Watching him speak with such eloquence, Pan Fen's eyes were full of satisfaction.
Her heart was already blooming with joy:
"This young man is not only handsome but also so capable and thoughtful."
"He's much better than those playboys who only know how to use sweet words!"
"If Qianqian can be with him, she'll enjoy a good life in the future."
Chen Feng was also calculating in his mind, nodding inwardly:
"At Lin Chen's age, to be able to produce one hundred million in registered capital to start a company,"
"it's impossible for him to be self-made; there must be an extraordinary family background behind him."
"For my daughter to find such a handsome, wealthy, and well-planned boy is indeed a good match."
Having realized this, Chen Feng immediately picked up the brand of chinese liquor glass on the table.
A rare, genuine smile appeared on his face:
"Lin Chen, come, Uncle will toast you."
"I wish your company a grand opening and great prosperity!"
Pan Fen also hurriedly picked up her glass.
Although Chen Qian was still a bit dazed,
she followed suit and raised her juice glass.
Her eyes held a few more sparks of admiration for Lin Chen.
Lin Chen quickly picked up his own glass filled with brand of chinese liquor.
He stood up and gestured: "Thank you, Uncle Chen, thank you, Auntie, and Qianqian."
"Thank you for your kind words. When the company really makes big money, I'll definitely treat you all to a grand feast,"
"to properly thank you for your blessings today!"
"Hahaha, good!"
"Good lad, you know how to talk!"
Chen Feng laughed heartily and downed the brand of chinese liquor in his glass in one go.
He was becoming more and more satisfied with this future son-in-law.
He had received Lin Chen's respect and witnessed his strength.
Who wouldn't want such a golden son-in-law?
The atmosphere of the meal became completely lively.
Pan Fen kept serving food to Lin Chen,
showing him more care than she would her own son.
Chen Feng also chatted with Lin Chen from time to time about investment and the current situation.
The more they talked, the more they hit it off.
Chen Qian sat by the side,
watching Lin Chen's calm and composed manner.
Her cheeks flushed slightly, and her heart felt sweet.
After they had their fill of food and wine, Pan Fen was the first to put down her chopsticks.
She tugged at Chen Feng's arm, her tone carrying a hint of deliberate playfulness:
"Old Chen, we haven't gone out for a stroll alone since we came to Macau."
"While it's still early, why don't we go for a walk?"
How could Chen Feng not be sharp?
He instantly caught his wife's underlying meaning.
The corners of his mouth curled up secretly as he played along:
"Oh right, I almost forgot if you hadn't mentioned it. We should go for a stroll alone."
Chen Qian, however, didn't catch on.
She frowned and muttered:
"Huh?"
"Didn't we agree to go see the night view at the beach together?"
"Why are you two going alone again?"
Lin Chen sat nearby, laughing inwardly.
Wasn't it obvious?
His future mother-in-law was intentionally creating an opportunity for them to be alone. This was too great!
He suppressed the smile on his lips and pretended to look at Chen Qian innocently.
Chen Feng patted Chen Qian's head and teased with a laugh:
"Silly girl,"
"can't I take your mother to revisit the world of two from our younger days?"
"Why are you trying to join in? To be a third wheel?"
He pointed at Lin Chen and continued:
"It's fine for Lin Chen to accompany you for a stroll."
"You young people have your own topics to talk about."
"We of the older generation won't interfere."
"Let's go, Xiaofen!"
Chen Qian's face turned red as she finally realized her parents' intentions.
She stomped her foot and said coquettishly:
"Hey... you guys are really something!"
"I'm ignoring you!"
She turned her head to look at Lin Chen.
With a hint of shyness in her eyes,
she asked softly: "Then... where are we going?"