"Host, honestly, we're kinda stuck here; best to just stick to the plan. If you try to kidnap her, he might catch on and hit back. Plus, you can't touch her 'cause of her halo.
Why haven't you been in contact with Su Haoyu more than a week?"
"Ermm..."
"Host...." system talked to her in pleading voice.
" I should go and check for my invitation to the expo, busy busy busy, it is not like i am trying to avoid or anything "
System rolled it's eyes to Lin Qing's response.
*******
Lin Qing made her entrance into the vast, lively setting of the gaming expo, her steps purposeful and her gaze sharp. By her side was Meng Wen, her diligent junior assistant.
Meng Wen might have been shy and reserved, but her work ethic was unmatched. Throughout the bustling event, she was fully absorbed in her duties, meticulously jotting down the names and details of key figures in both a traditional notebook and on her tablet, ensuring not a single piece of valuable information slipped through.
These gaming expos were nothing short of a grand festival celebrating the cutting edge of digital creativity. Here, developers ranging from small indie teams to major industry players unveiled their latest creations. It was a haven of innovation, drawing in crowds of passionate fans, eager investors, and the watchful eyes of the media from every corner of the world. Amidst this vibrant chaos, Lin Qing's main goal was to locate one booth in particular: that of Cosmos Games, name of the Su Haoyu's company.
Yet, as she made her way through the dense throngs of attendees, she couldn't see him anywhere.
To not let this setback get under her skin , Lin Qing, with Assistant Meng in tow, decided to take full advantage of the myriad opportunities the expo had to offer.
Lin Qing thought with the knowledge of future and with the help of the system, she could become the richest person in the world.
It's just one step away.
However System like always couldn't resist commenting on the situation.
"Host, it's been two weeks, he might even forget how you look like... " the System teased.
"We're here now, aren't we?
Why are you subtly criticizing me all the time?
I have already put some effort.
Besides, I've thought of a new tactic," Lin Qing countered with a confident smirk, her eyes never ceasing their search across the sea of booths.
"Really? Do tell?" the System prodded, its curiosity piqued despite itself.
"You'll find out soon enough," she responded.
The System, though visibly annoyed by her secretive manner, chose to focus on the task at hand, aiding Lin Qing in her quest for promising ventures, particularly those specializing in AI technology. Quickly, it pinpointed an up-and-coming startup on the brink of major breakthroughs to Lin Qing .
Their potential so significant they will catch the eye of the globe's largest search engine company by the next year.
Understanding the importance of nurturing such talent locally, Lin Qing headed straight for the startup's display. The trend of the nation's brightest minds seeking opportunities overseas was something she hoped to mitigate, even if only in a small way, to combat the drain of innovation and intellect that threatened the future of her homeland.
After a deep and engaging conversation with the startup's team, Lin Qing was thoroughly impressed by their insight and ambition. With Meng Wen's assistance, she laid out a compelling offer, highlighting the resources and backing her investment would bring to the table. Before departing, they exchanged contacts and discussed preliminary plans, laying the groundwork for a promising collaboration.
Feeling a mix of pride and accomplishment from the productive negotiation, Lin Qing's thoughts inevitably drifted back to Su Haoyu. The expo was nearing its conclusion, and she had yet to face the real reason behind her visit. Gathering her courage, she made her way once more to the Cosmos Games booth, this time determined to find Su Haoyu and confront the unspoken tension lingering between them.
Upon arrival, she spotted him engaged in a deep discussion with a visitor. Observing him for a brief moment, Lin Qing felt like everything except him starts to become blurry.
Su Haoyu had a laid-back way about him, answering questions from interviewers and visitors in short, to-the-point replies.
When he was talking in terms and complicated parts of the game it was evident how much he was interested in what he was doing.
But at the same time, it was pretty clear he wasn't all that interested in the people he was talking to. While other booth owners were doing their best to curry favor with potential investors, Su Haoyu didn't seem to bother with all that. He just did his own thing, not really caring about playing the usual games to get people's attention.
Now was the moment of truth. Taking a deep breath, she stepped forward, masking her familiarity with an air of professional curiosity.
"Excuse me, could you tell me more about ..." she began to ask questions that other potential investors would do as if they didn't know each other.
Su Haoyu turned, a flicker of surprise crossing his features before he quickly composed himself, adopting his customary stoic facade. "Lin Qing? What are you—?" he started, but catching sight of her professional demeanor and the attentive crowd around them, he chose to play along, though his eyes kept stealing glances her way.
Their exchange was carefully measured, touching on professional topics while deftly avoiding the personal matter that hung heavily between them.
As this exchange unfolded, other investors, wary of missing out to this young woman, hurried their assistants to draft new contracts for Su Haoyu, hoping to secure a deal before she could.