Chapter 569: Sky Garden_2
The man named Ding Hui was relentless, worrying that Miss Lin from the Lin family would make a foolish mistake and actually stir up trouble with that young master Chu.
But although Lin Ling was proud by nature, she knew when to advance and when to retreat. Understanding how formidable young master Chu was, she wouldn't be foolish enough to look for trouble.
With a curl of her lips, she strode towards her Lamborghini while loudly saying,
"The race is about to start. If we don't head over, those bastards from the northwest will think we're scared of them."
The woman in the leather jacket quickly got into her car, and after she started it up, the roar of the supercar's engine nearly woke up the entire street.
At that moment, Liu Wei's gaze still looked somewhat absent. A young man named Ding Hui walked up to him and gently patted him on the shoulder before saying,
"Liu Wei, we've known each other for over a decade. We've had our disputes in the past, but those were just youthful follies. If you consider me a brother, then I urge you to think carefully. If you don't see me as family, then just think of this as me blowing hot air."
Liu Wei didn't say a word. He simply looked casually at the man in front of him.
Taking a deep breath, the eldest among these second-generation rich spoke slowly,
"Liu Wei, you and I are different. I'm throwing caution to the wind, after all, our Ding family already has a younger brother. If I were too capable, the family would surely think I want to vie for the inheritance, leading to our whole family falling into chaos during this time of power transition. So, no matter if it's external circumstances or my own lazy nature, neither allows me to strive too hard. Even at thirty or forty, I could only mess around in this circle, because only in this way can our Ding family smoothly get through the current period of power exchange.
You don't need to be indignant on my behalf. I know my own nature. If the Ding family were handed over to me, it would likely be squandered.
If I want to live a life of luxury, only our third brother can take over the family's position. He's more diligent, responsible, and sensible than I am.
However, Liu Wei, you and I are different. Your Liu family has only you as the sole heir. Your father may seem young and strong, but he's already in his fifties. Uncle Liu cannot always shield you. The responsibility for the Liu family will eventually fall on your shoulders.
I've also heard about that young master Chu. Though his methods are harsh, he's known to be quite righteous. He clearly meant to give you a hint today. If you miss this chance, you'll likely miss a lot more.
People dislike those who talk too much, so I won't say any more. It's up to you to think about whether to continue hanging out with us heartless second-generations or to take your place as the heir to the Liu family."
After letting out a long sigh, Ding Hui then headed towards his own car.
At that moment, Liu Wei turned his gaze away. He saw the dozen or so brothers who had been with him for years waiting for him, all their faces filled with anticipation. His eyes turned to the front, where the Capital City's tallest building, the Tianxin Building, stood like a mountain before him.
Near the Tianxin Building was the renowned Sky Garden, where two top magnates were currently conversing in a jovial manner.
The Longevity Club, soon to become famous throughout the entire Capital City, was poised to rise at that prime location.
For Liu Wei at this moment, on one side was the friendship he had cultivated for over a decade, and on the other was his glittering future life.
He closed his eyes and took a deep breath, finally confronting the question he had been avoiding all along.
Should he continue with his reckless ways, or should he man up and take over the Liu family business from his father?
After some serious thought, and the young man's encouraging gaze flashing in his mind, Liu Wei finally found his answer deep in his heart.
"In three days, I turn twenty-nine. For these three days, I'm going to live it up in the entire Capital City, and after that... say goodbye to the past, for the Capital City will no more have the playboy Liu Wei."
The roar of the supercar once again echoed down the street. As the $50 million silver beast took the lead and shot out, a dozen supercars screamed down the road, and only then did the previously congested street finally return to calm, leaving behind a crowd by the roadside, envying and taking photos with their phones.
...
At 9:40 PM, in the Sky Garden of the Capital City, the environment was beautiful. Amidst the bustling city, this tree-covered rooftop was truly like a Shangri-La.
Chu Mo was standing on the rooftop of the fifty-sixth floor at the moment, his ears faintly picking up the roaring engines of sports cars. Looking down at the street below, a line of more than a dozen top-of-the-line supercars was racing toward the northwest. Leading them was the fifty-million-dollar Silber.
"Mr. Chu, my father is held up due to a very important internal meeting, so he might be a little late. I'll toast to you on my father's behalf."
The gentle voice drew Chu Mo's gaze back, and as he turned his head, he saw a woman in a light blue off-the-shoulder gown standing beside him.
The woman was holding two wine glasses, gesturing towards him.
Chu Mo took the wine glass from her hand and, after a light clink of glasses, said nonchalantly,
"Miss Luo, I truly didn't know the Sky Garden was your private chamber. If I had known earlier, I certainly wouldn't usurp what someone loves."
The Sky Garden beneath their feet was a Luo family property, and the family head, Luo Hao, had gifted this thirty-billion-worth Sky Garden to his only daughter, Luo Wanwen.
The elegant woman before him was naturally the young mistress of the Luo family.
Luo Hao had a son and a daughter.
The elder son would inherit the family business, but he wasn't biased, bestowing plenty of love on his only daughter as well. The thirty-billion-worth Sky Garden at their feet was one of the properties for his daughter.
Miss Luo of the Luo family was also one of the four great beauties of the Capital City, but she was extremely low-profile. She hardly appeared in public, so very few had seen her true face.
Even among the wealthy second generations, few could enter the circle of Luo Wanwen's consideration.
The two stood on the top floor of the Sky Garden, and as they looked down, they could see the line of supercars slowly disappearing from view.
The long-haired woman holding the wine glass had a faraway look in her eyes until, after a moment, she spoke slowly,
"That Silber must belong to Young Master Liu, and the Porsche seems to belong to Young Master Zhang... I really envy their freedom,
to do as they please, without constraints."
Unlike those flashy rich second generations, the young mistress of the Luo family was reserved and modest, as graceful and touching as a woman from Jiangnan.
Chu Mo clinked glasses with her again then, after one last glance at the disappearing convoy, slowly walked over to a resting area and sat down on a wicker chair blooming with flowers. Surrounded by the serene ambiance, Chu Mo mused aloud,
"This truly is a peaceful place."
The beautiful woman in the gown suddenly laughed and said,
"Mr. Chu apologizes for taking over my private chamber, yet can't stop praising this place. It seems I have no choice but to let it go.
However, to serve as a branch of the Longevity Club, it's worth it. It does have more meaning as a clubhouse than just being hoarded by a little girl like me. Mr. Chu, if you like it, feel free to take it."
Without any pretentious politeness, Chu Mo was indeed very satisfied with the place. He raised his glass slightly towards the woman across from him and said, with a smile on his face,
"Since I've taken Miss Luo's beloved place, as compensation, I'm willing to grant her a small wish."
Hearing this, the woman gently swirled the wine in her glass as the corners of her eyes crinkled. The dazzlingly beautiful woman smiled and responded,
"Mr. Chu might not be aware, but my father arranged for the two of us to meet alone indeed as a way to test if there's a possibility between us. I've never seen my father hold someone of our generation in such high esteem.
You're the first!"