Chapter 35: Alliance

Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios

In the luxurious room, Albert swirled the red wine in his goblet.

The lingering fragrance of incense calmed his agitation.

He was the one who gave instructions to the landlord.

Since witnessing Lance’s abilities last time, he had sent someone to investigate him.

Having kept track of Lance’s movements, he realized that the other party wanted to buy an office building. Of course, he had to take advantage of the situation.

After all, he had something to ask of him.

…

The landlord reappeared, already wearing a different look.

He smiled until his wrinkles showed.

“Mr. Shen, Little Lance, Mr. Albert called me just now. Why didn’t you say that you knew him?”

“I’ll sell you this office building!”

The landlord emphasized the words “Albert.”

These three words made CEO Sha’s expression change.

Albert? How could an ordinary loser know Albert?

It’s even less likely for an eight-year-old child to know him!

CEO Sha shot a look at the landlord, trying to determine if this was true.

The landlord sensed the look and, recalling their past relationship, he nodded imperceptibly.

CEO Sha instantly put on a smile. “Mr. Shen? This office building is really suitable for you! Your taste is really good.”

The charlatan, who also knew Albert, seemed to be a different person.

“That’s right. The feng shui of this office building is very good. Mr. Shen, you have a unique vision.”

They subconsciously thought that Albert knew Shen Mulin.

Lance gave Shen Mulin a look. He reacted quickly and did not say anything. He only nodded indifferently, looking cold and calm.

The sudden change in CEO Sha and the charlatan made the real estate agent inexplicably flustered.

Indeed, in the next moment—

“It’s all the real estate agent’s fault for not arranging the time properly and wasting our time.”

“Sigh, everything that just happened was caused by this real estate agent. Otherwise, I definitely wouldn’t have said those words.”

CEO Sha smiled.

The real estate agent immediately panicked.

“C-CEO Sha?”

He never expected that CEO Sha would shift the blame to him.

“Don’t call me. Are we very close?” CEO Sha glared at the real estate agent. “People have to bear mistakes. If you choose to escape because you’re afraid of taking responsibility, I’ll be especially disappointed.”

Chairman Sha emphasized the last sentence, a blatant threat.

This time, the real estate agent did not dare to say a word. He no longer looked as arrogant as before.

Lance couldn’t be bothered to watch them play mind games. He took a step forward and spoke indifferently.

“You broke the agreement just because the other party is powerful, so I think you’re not fit to be a real estate agent.”

A simple sentence doomed the real estate agent.

Seeing that, CEO Sha quickly said, “You’re right. Since he’s not suitable to be a real estate agent, sack him.”

With that, CEO Sha gave the real estate agent a meaningful look. The real estate agent instantly understood what he meant.

“Yes, I’ll inform the company to fire this kind of real estate agent and never hire him again.”

The real estate agent’s legs had gone weak and he was regretting it so much now.

Who would have thought that these two ordinary-looking people would know Albert!

But in this situation now, he could only accept his fate.

A moment later—

After the others left, Lance walked over to the landlord.

He knew that Albert must have something to ask of him since he was willing to help him.

“May I ask if Mr. Albert wants to see me?”

Lance asked bluntly. The landlord looked surprised.

He did not say that Albert was looking for Lance. Lance had guessed it himself!

It was truly remarkable for an eight-year-old child to be able to think of this.

This was expected of someone Albert had taken a fancy to.

“Yes.” The landlord was even more deferential and made a “please” gesture. “Mr. Albert is waiting for you upstairs.”

…

Lance and Shen Mulin followed the landlord and went upstairs in single file.

When they arrived, the landlord and Shen Mulin were waiting at the door.

As he pushed open the door, Albert looked up at the sound.

“Mr. Albert, it’s been a long time.” Lance’s mouth curved into a smile. “You’ve helped me so much this time, so let me say thank you first.”

“Oh, not at all,” Albert quickly stood up. “It’s just a small matter.”

After Lance and Albert exchanged pleasantries, Albert brewed a pot of tea and poured it for Lance.

“I actually called you here this time because there’s something I need your help with.”

Lance’s eyes lifted at the corner. As expected, he had guessed correctly.

“What’s the matter?” Lance picked up his teacup and took a sip. “Mr. Albert has helped me this time. If you need my help, I’ll do my best.”

“But what exactly is it that Mr. Albert can’t solve?”

The CEO of Beisi Company actually had something that required his help to solve.

“It’s a long story.”

“It’s quite embarrassing to say that someone within my family is seizing my property for reasons within the family clan.”

An internal family problem?

Lance raised his eyebrows. Did Albert ask him to solve such a matter?

Although he was puzzled, he remained silent and waited for Albert to make himself clear.

Albert paused before continuing. “Later, after the expert’s guidance, he said someone would help me.”

He raised his eyebrows and met Lance’s gaze.

“He said this person is you.”

“Expert?”

Lance and Albert did not have a deep relationship. It could even be said that they were strangers. Hearing what Albert said, he was naturally skeptical.

“I want to ask who this expert is. Can we meet?”

This mysterious expert made Lance curious too.

Albert shook his head. “This expert has left. I can’t contact him now. We’ll meet if fate allows.”

Albert’s words put a mysterious veil on the expert again.

“I see.”

Lance seemed lost in thought. He was considering whether to help Albert—

The forces behind Albert were relatively strong, and large family affairs could be complex, and it involved many forces.

But at the same time, the more dangerous it was, the more he would obtain.

Only by daring to face the deepest abyss could one ascend to the highest position.

He needed the support of Albert and his family behind him. This way, when he started his own company, they could help him when he encountered certain issues.

Just like what happened today, this ally was undoubtedly the most suitable choice at the moment.

When Lance looked up again, his eyes were filled with determination.

“I can promise you that.”

Albert’s eyes lit up after Lance finished speaking.

“Really?” A smile immediately appeared on his face. “That’s great. Lance, don’t worry. When the matter is resolved, I’ll definitely reward you handsomely.”

“Not so fast.”

Lance interrupted Albert.

“I have some conditions.”

“First, when dealing with this matter, you need to discuss everything with me. Don’t make decisions on your own.”

“Second, you have to ensure my safety.”

“…”

Lance listed a few conditions. They were harsh, but definitely not excessive.

Hesitation flashed in Albert’s eyes, but only for a moment.

In less than a minute, Albert spoke seriously.

“Okay, I can promise you all that.”