At this point, he burst into a smile full of charm, and his entire demeanor became bright and gentle.
"I'd be quite willing to betray Mr. Gu, let him suffer a small, inconsequential loss. Su, what's your take? Are you willing to have a heart-to-heart with me?"
How should one describe Zuo Zongcai?
Formidable.
Or to exaggerate a little, badass.
He started by establishing a pressure-inducing image, looking to intimidate if possible, or at least ascertain Su Huai's level if not.
Observing Su Huai's characteristics and pressure resistance in the shortest time possible, he immediately shifted his attitude to gain favorability—look, an adult, a high-ranking executive assistant, a cold elite, is showing extraordinary warmth and enthusiasm to you, are you moved?
First, he applied pressure, then pulled you in; first cold, then warm. An old trick, but it works most of the time.