Chapter 43: A Gentleman Helps Others to Achieve Their Beauty

Zhang Dong, the chairman, suddenly shouted, "Hold it!" He stretched out his hands and ran towards Li Yi, laughing heartily, "Oh, isn't this Brother Li Yi! We really have a connection!"

Li Yi looked at him, confirmed he didn't recognize him, and asked in confusion, "I'm not good with faces, who are you?"

Everyone in the car dealership was taken aback, looking at Li Yi with strange expressions.

Zhang Dong was not the least bit unhappy; instead, he took out a business card and handed it to Li Yi, "Brother Li Yi, you really forget things easily. I'm Zhang Tianbo. That morning at the steel summit, I was sitting in the audience. Your excellent performance is still fresh in my mind."

How could Li Yi remember who he was? That day was rushed, and he didn't even have time to socialize with the provincial party secretary and other high-ranking officials. Who would pay attention to a small businessman?

Guo Xiaoling was very puzzled. This Zhang Tianbo must have some wealth and power, so why was he so polite to Li Yi? If Li Yi had any background, she wouldn't believe it even if she were beaten to death. When Li Yi pursued her, he had already explained his family history in detail.

Zhang Xinyi couldn't stand it and shouted at Zhang Tianbo, "Dad, what's wrong with you? They're just two inexperienced students. Why are you chatting with them?"

Young Master Wang, however, sensed something. Although he was a playboy, he wasn't stupid—fools don't last long. He waved his hand, and his subordinates quietly disappeared.

Zhang Tianbo still had a smile on his face, "Xinyi, let me introduce you. This is Li Yi, a student at Southern University. Li Yi, this is my daughter, Zhang Xinyi, who just got accepted into Capital University."

Li Yi smiled at Zhang Xinyi, "You have a good background, you're beautiful, and you're talented. You have every reason to be proud!"

Zhang Xinyi felt very pleased inside but coldly snorted, "Hmph! Since you're Dad's friend, I'll let this one slide. Look at my arm, it still hurts from your grip."

Li Yi said to her, "I'm sorry, did I hurt you just now?"

Seeing his apology, Zhang Xinyi's anger subsided a bit, "Hmph! What's the point of your fake apology? Of course it hurt when you grabbed my hand like that. No man except Dad has ever grabbed my hand like that!"

Zhang Tianbo, a seasoned veteran, defused the situation with a smile and then introduced, "This is Young Master Wang Yang. Young Master Wang, this is my brother, Li Yi. You young people should get to know each other better."

When did Li Yi become his brother? Li Yi couldn't accept Zhang Tianbo's familiarity, but at this moment, he couldn't argue. Instead, he had to act as if they were close.

Although Zhang Tianbo didn't introduce Wang Yang's background, it was clear that it wouldn't be simple.

Zhang Tianbo smiled and asked, "Brother Li Yi, are you here to look at cars? Have you found one you like?"

As soon as he said this, Kang Ping's face changed. He thought, "This is too sudden. They're brothers now? What about me?"

Li Yi saw the change in his expression and laughed, "I've been looking for a while, and I really like that BMW. Unfortunately, it already has an owner."

Saying this, he glanced at Zhang Xinyi. As expected, she looked very pleased.

Zhang Tianbo waved his hand and laughed, "That's a birthday gift for my daughter. It's really a good car—since Brother Li Yi likes it, I'll give it to you!"

Silence!

Even Li Yi was stunned by Zhang Tianbo's leap in logic.

Guo Xiaoling's eyes widened, looking at Li Yi as if he were a monster. To her, the most peculiar and inscrutable person was Li Yi!

Zhang Xinyi glared at Zhang Tianbo, "Dad, do you know what you're saying?"

Zhang Tianbo still smiled, "Of course I do! Xinyi, think about it. You're studying in the capital. How many times a year will you drive a car in Southern Province? Dad can buy you one in the capital! How about that? It's a win-win!" He gave her a meaningful look, emphasizing the "win-win."

Zhang Xinyi wasn't stupid and immediately understood her father's intentions. She didn't like Wang Yang and didn't want any connection with him. If she refused his gift or paid him back, he would be very unhappy. Zhang Tianbo used Li Yi to defuse the situation. How clever! Zhang Xinyi couldn't help but curse in her heart, "Old fox!" She was also curious, "What's the background of this Li Yi?"

Wang Yang's face was naturally not pleasant, but the gift was his to give, and the recipient could do with it as they pleased. If they didn't like it and wanted to smash it, he couldn't do anything about it.

However, his gaze towards Li Yi became more intense.

Zhang Tianbo naturally understood his thoughts and didn't point it out.

Li Yi shook his head, "A gentleman doesn't take what others like. How can I do that? This is Miss Zhang's birthday gift. I can't take it away from her! Absolutely not."

At this moment, Zhang Xinyi spoke, "A gentleman helps others to achieve their beauty. Since Brother Li likes it, take it. I can buy one in the capital. It's not a rare item!" Her words were graceful and ladylike, but they also subtly targeted Wang Yang.

Li Yi had nothing to say. After a moment's thought, he understood Zhang Tianbo's intentions and said, "This car was bought by Young Master Wang. How about this: I'll pay for it and consider it bought."

Wang Yang was about to speak, but Zhang Tianbo whispered something in his ear. Wang Yang's face changed, and he reluctantly said, "If that's the case, I have no objections! The payment can go to the dealership. They'll transfer it to me."

Li Yi smiled, extended his hand, and shook hands with Zhang Tianbo and Wang Yang, "Thank you. How about this: I'll treat everyone to lunch."

Wang Yang was about to refuse but then nodded.

The car purchase procedures went smoothly, and everyone was happy.

The car was already registered, with a very impressive license plate: A88888.

Li Yi was delighted; this plate was valuable. In the future, it would be worth more than the car itself!

Li Yi smiled, "Shall we meet at Man Yuan?"

Zhang Tianbo smiled, "Sure, see you at Man Yuan." He even helped Li Yi open the car door, but the door wouldn't budge. Li Yi skillfully opened it and smiled, "This is a lift-up door, the first in the world." Zhang Tianbo laughed heartily, showing no embarrassment. Li Yi invited Guo Xiaoling into the car, got in himself, started the engine, and slowly drove out of the dealership.

Throughout the entire process, Li Yi didn't look at Kang Ping or say a word to him. Even so, Kang Ping felt his face burning as if he had been slapped repeatedly.

Heavens! Who is this poor boy I met?

In Zhang Tianbo's car, Zhang Xinyi asked, "Dad, what did you say to Wang Yang? He's usually so hot-tempered, but he tolerated it."

Zhang Tianbo put away his usual smile and said calmly, "I told him one thing: Li Yi has a close relationship with the provincial party secretary, Mr. Wen, and Li Yi is the young man who spoke at the steel summit."

Zhang Xinyi deeply understood and looked out the window, where a bright red BMW was speeding ahead.

Kang Ping got into his car, slammed the steering wheel, and his eyes glowed with a murderous intent, "Li Yi, daring to ignore my existence! Hmph! Trying to play the tiger as a pig? I'll make sure you have no place to bury your body!"

The flight attendant felt a chill, "What do you plan to do?"

"He's a student. Even if he can drive, he must be a beginner! And it's a new car! Ha, watch me play with him until he dies!"

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