Chapter 8: Meeting I
Chapter eight
He knew. He knew by heart and by experience that whatever advice his cousin has to offer, it's a bad one.
But he still have him the benefit of doubt for the zillionth time. Here he was at the entrance of the meeting, debating whether to enter his car and drive off to his office to complete that file he was working on.
Well, a few hours couldn't hurt. It could hurt, if one was to be practical but Ezekiel was no newbie. He was used to the cunning words, flatteries and egoistical push that happens this place every year. Where young, rich entrepreneurs meet each other under the guise of "sharing ideas, suggestions and opportunities".
Which of course, was anything but.
He straightened his tie and checked his wristwatch. He was getting out of here in an hour.
He passed the lounge and the soft sound of classic music filled the air, soft flowery scents and spices.
It was just like he remembered.
"Ezekiel! You actually came," Xu Kai smiled warmly at him.
He managed a stiff nod and smile politely as he navigates the through the tables, worming his way to the special booth for him.
He was aware of the suprised stares and murmurs that filled the place in an ounce, slight whispers and finger pointing. They were all shocked to see the infamous Ezekiel Wang in person.