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Chapter 440 - 261 Rumors

Chapter 440: Chapter 261 Rumors

Before leaving Beijing, Chen Cheng still had a few things to do.

One of them was the grand opening of the basketball gym.

Thanks to the 3 million yuan investment from Wen Shulin, she was naturally also among the guests present.

And she finally got to see Meng Wanning, the one who had captivated Chen Cheng’s soul. Although it wasn’t their first meeting and Chen Cheng hadn’t pointed it out, the perceptive Wen Shulin always managed to glimpse something in Meng Wanning’s shifting glances.

"Xia Bao, congratulations!"

Feng Biao and Ding Zhaohui were also there. Looking at Xia Gaoqiang in his sharp suit, they couldn’t help but tease, "Wow, with that get-up, I’d think you were getting married if you didn’t say otherwise!"

Xia Gaoqiang chuckled and touched his shiny hair,

"This is Brother Cheng’s big event, I have to take it seriously! Plus, I’ll also be a person of status in the future, so I need to pay attention to my image!"

Chen Cheng came over with a smile, putting an arm on one brother’s shoulder, "Alright, stop ribbing Xia. We’ve got to hold the fort today; there are quite a few big shots here!"

Ding Zhaohui scanned around and, aside from Wen Shulin, Xiao Meier, and Meng Wanning, whom he had met a few times, he didn’t spot any other unfamiliar faces.

Wen Shulin stood not far away, observing Chen Cheng and his friends having a merry chat, her eyes revealing a mix of complex emotions.

She had specifically donned a sleek white business suit for the day, looking exceptionally elegant and intelligent.

Although she had already sensed the relationship between Chen Cheng and Meng Wanning, she showed no signs of it and maintained a graceful and appropriate smile.

Meng Wanning was dressed in a pale blue dress, newly purchased the day before, making her appear even more gentle and endearing.

She stood by Xiao Meier’s side, chatting with her now and then, without any hint of discomfort.

Wen Shulin also watched Meng Wanning, lifting a glass of champagne and taking a light sip, silently sighing: This girl indeed possesses a captivating charm, but how does she get along so well with Xiao Er?

The "big shot" Chen Cheng had mentioned included not only the ten people at the round table but also one more.

For a small basketball gym’s opening to attract all the big players from Financial Street, who held sway over the city’s shifting fortunes, was all because he had insomnia last night and posted on his social circle.

Meng Wanning’s stay made him restless, unable to settle his thoughts.

Due to Xiao Meier’s concern, Chen Cheng could only make up something about being too excited about the opening, and bluff his way through.

Thus, what should have been a small celebration turned into such a grand affair, giving Wanbao Basketball Training Camp a head start in making a name for itself.

Ding Zhaohui, spreading smoke, said, "Dacheng, now you’ve got the Wanbao Hall, the basketball gym, and then there’s your Camellia. When are you opening it? I passed by these days, didn’t I see the sign and everything already in place?"

Chen Cheng took the cigarette, "Should be soon, I need to ask when she’s free."

"Who?" The three brothers curiously looked at Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng said with a smile, "The spokesperson! If we’re doing this, we’ve got to do it with style!"

Feng Biao, who was in charge of the Camellia, didn’t even know when Chen Cheng had got a spokesperson. He blinked and asked, "A spokesperson too?"

Chen Cheng took a drag of his cigarette, blowing out a smoke ring and spoke mysteriously, "Of course, that’s our secret weapon, you’ll find out at the opening."

"Hey, you’re keeping secrets from us now!"

Feng Biao, pretending to be angry, punched Chen Cheng, "Come on, spill it!"

Ding Zhaohui squinted and joked, "Couldn’t be some major star, right? You’re quite something, keeping it so under wraps!"

Chen Cheng only smiled without a word, which only heightened their curiosity.

"Sister Lin." Xiao Meier walked over with Meng Wanning, "Thank you so much for today. With how busy you are, Xiao Cheng still managed to invite you."

Wen Shulin smiled gently, "How could I not come when Mr. Chen’s new venture is launching."

"By the way, let me introduce, Xiao Meng, Meng Wanning." Xiao Meier said with a smile, "You’ve met before, but we haven’t had a formal introduction."

Wen Shulin nodded slightly, and Meng Wanning also nodded in response.

"Xiao Meng has been staying in our courtyard, Sister Lin, come over sometime when you’re free."

Xiao Meier enthusiastically invited, "Xiao Meng is amazing, she’s a fantastic opera singer!"

Wen Shulin’s heart skipped a beat, especially when she heard about Meng Wanning moving into Chen Cheng’s place, a fact she couldn’t fathom.

"Sister, you flatter me too much..."

Meng Wanning smiled shyly.

Wen Shulin took it all in, "Sure, I’ll definitely come."

Doot doot doot.

As a variety of luxury cars arrived, Chen Jin and the others also made their appearance.

After greeting each other, Wen Shulin temporarily returned to her professional role, aiding Chen Cheng in welcoming the guests.

"Dacheng, it’s about time, isn’t it?" Xia Gaoqiang reminded from the side.

Chen Cheng checked the time, "Wait a bit longer, there’s still an important guest who hasn’t arrived."

Before his words faded, a red Q5 pulled up in front of the gym.

It was none other than Cao Yue’s wife, Chu Qin.

She had seen Chen Cheng’s social circle post early in the morning and, abiding by the principle given by Cao Yue, naturally, she would attend.

Chen Cheng hurried up to greet her, "Sister-in-law."

Chu Qin got out of the car, clad in a sharp professional suit, looking astute, "Xiao Chen, congratulations, the grand opening of the basketball gym is quite a spectacle!"

She said with a smile, her gaze sweeping over the luxury cars parked at the door, finally resting on a big G.

"Sister-in-law, you’re too kind, it’s just a small business, you humor me."

Chen Cheng humbly replied, yet understood the significant implication of Chu Qin showing up.

Although Cao Yue wasn’t present in person, sending Chu Qin was sufficient to show his stance and gave ample face to Chen Cheng.