Inside the company, Heather relaxed just a little. Nian Shen was ahead, chatting with the executives, while she walked slowly behind with Yi Yang, making casual conversation.
"Mr. Nian plans to settle in Linyang for the long-term?"
"Iâm not sure what Mr. Nian intends to do. Heâll probably open a branch here first, and then weâll see. After all, weâll need to bring over a few capable executives from the headquarters. Whether itâs long-term or not, I donât know. But from the branchâs establishment to things settling down, it will take at least several months. Mr. Nian has to stay until itâs stable."
So, in that case...
Could it really just be her overthinking?
If it were Ah Nian, he wouldnât open a branch at such a time, would he?
Even though he doesnât need to be there constantly for Mexico, with Frey and Lucia firmly stationed and the Night Hawk faction just dealt with, things wonât get too chaotic for now. Still, the time and effort required to open a company are beyond imagination.
Moreover...
He doesnât actually need to start a branch in Linyangâitâs not even part of his core business. The headquarters of his Mexico-based L.S.N. International Investment Company is already more than enough for money laundering, with subsidiaries scattered across the globe.
Heather listened to Yi Yang talk, her gaze, however, was fixed on Nian Shen walking ahead.
What is he really...
Heather was so consumed by curiosityâit was driving her mad. Yet, she couldnât just directly ask him. Clearly, even if she did, regardless of whether it was true, his answer would still be, "Itâs not."
...
"Alright, see you this weekend." Nian Shen finally wrapped up the discussion and shook hands with the companyâs boss.
"Haohao, it would truly be an honor for us to collaborate with Mr. Nian! If thereâs anything we can help with, Mr. Nian, please donât hesitate to ask! Letâs not stand on ceremonyâweâre all family here."
"Alright."
After finishing his words, the bossâs gaze suddenly fell on Heather behind him. "May I ask something rather boldly... is this person a bodyguard? Iâve noticed sheâs been accompanying you the entire time but hasnât participated in any of our discussions."
The paperwork and questions had all been handled by Yi Yang.
"Yes," replied Nian Shen.
"Truly remarkableâbreaking barriers and proving oneself! Mr. Nian certainly has a good eye for peopleâensuring safety while enjoying a visual treat. If you know of anyone else suitable, do introduce them to me."
"You flatter me," Heather smiled lightly, "but this one is one of a kind."
"Haha, then Miss, if Mr. Nian doesnât need you someday, remember to come work for me, alright?"
Heather figured the bossâs polite attitude towards her was mostly due to Nian Shen. Under other circumstances, most people wouldnât even bother to glance her way, never mind say something courteous.
Before she could respond, she heard Nian Shen say, "Iâm sorry, but there wonât be such an opportunity."
His smiling response made his words come across as a joke to the other party, who didnât take them seriously and laughed along, letting the matter drop.
Whatâs spoken casually may still have a deeper meaning.
Heather felt that Nian Shen wasnât joking at all with that statement.
As they stepped out of the company, Nian Shen said to her, "Once the branch is established, are you interested in managing the security team? Youâd be in chargeârun it however you see fit. Even implement devil training if youâd like."
"....."
No need for that. If she were to train them, the branch would transform into Hell...
"Mr. Nian, Miss Hai, wait here for a momentâIâll go get the car."
Heatherâs expression suddenly shifted. "I suddenly feel a bit of stomach pain... Can I go to the restroom first?"
Nian Shen didnât doubt her for a second: "Of course, Iâll wait for you in the car."
Heather took a few quick steps back, her gaze locked on a spot in the distance.