My winter break homework was exposed, and I, a vocational school student, am now being snapped up by

Lin Chen has been very annoyed lately.

It's not something that's bothering me to research.

The research on Xingyan is progressing smoothly. With so many big names from Longke University overseeing it, the entire research work is nearing completion.

Even without his presence, the work is not affected at all.

This is also why Lin Chen was able to return to the East China Sea at this moment.

What troubles him is that in the past few days, various forces have been frequently contacting him, trying to buy the Star Rock formula from him.

"Is it the one that was on the news? That...that Speth wants to buy your formula?"

Lin's mother seemed to know about this as well, and guessed.

"It's SPACE, the company that owns Masco."

Lin Chen nodded. Not long ago, Masco's SPACE publicly invited him to discuss purchasing the Star Rock formula.

Besides Masco, many other companies from other countries also sent representatives.

Although Long University of Science and Technology has raised its security level, it is, after all, an open university, and these people still managed to sneak in through various means.

As soon as Lin Chen leaves the laboratory, he is surrounded by these people.

Although the security guards arrived quickly each time, Lin Chen still couldn't completely guard against them.

Since he was the only one in apartment 402, Lin Chen finally decided to buy a house outside, far away from these people.

"You've already bought the house, so it's time for you to buy your own place after you graduate with your master's degree."

Lin's mother, however, had her attention elsewhere.

"Remember to renovate the house. It will be useful when you and Xiaoxiao get married."

Lin Chen blushed.

Fortunately, Dad coughed and ended the conversation with a single sentence: "He's only 20, not even of legal marriage age yet!"

"That'll be soon!"

……

Now that he was back in the East China Sea, Lin Chen naturally wanted to meet with Chen Xiaoxiao.

The two agreed to have dinner together.

When the time came, Lin Chen left home early and arrived at Chen Xiaoxiao's building.

Just as I was waiting, a voice suddenly rang out from the side.

"Hello Mr. Lin, may I bother you for a moment? I am the business representative of Tesla Greater China. My surname is Ji, Ji Ruyan. You can just call me Xiao Ji."

Lin Chen turned his head and looked to the side. A charming woman dressed in a business suit and a short, body-hugging skirt was standing there, exuding a strong scent of high-end perfume.

Upon hearing that the other party was from Tesla, Lin Chen quickly understood their purpose.

Tesla is also a company owned by Maxx, so this person is naturally a Maxx lobbyist.

Lin Chen never expected that even though he had hidden in the East China Sea, the other party would still be able to find him!

Moreover, I arrived in Donghai in the morning, but Tesla sent people there in the afternoon.

and so……

"You were following me?"

Lin Chen's tone quickly turned cold.

Seeing Lin Chen's expression, Ji Ruyan quickly explained, "Mr. Lin, please don't be angry. We only found out about your return to Donghai by chance; we didn't follow your itinerary."

Lin Chen naturally didn't believe a single word the other party said.

He checked the time and figured Chen Xiaoxiao should be down soon, so he asked, "What's up? I'm busy, I don't have time to chat."

“Mr. Lin, I’ll get straight to the point. I came here to invite you to dinner and discuss the Star Rock Formula.”

“I know you have rejected SPACE, but our boss still hopes we can continue to contact you. Even if we can't do business, we can still be friends.”

"After all, our boss, Masco personally, also admires you very much! You should know that."

"If he wants to be a friend, let him do it himself."

Seeing Lin Chen give a casual reply, Ji Ruyan sighed.

Just then, Chen Xiaoxiao finally came down.

She seemed to have matured a lot since I last saw her over the summer.

She wore delicate light makeup and was dressed very beautifully.

Compared to her, Ji Ruyan immediately paled in comparison.

"Lin Chen? Who is this?"

Ji Ruyan obviously knew about Chen Xiaoxiao's information, so she immediately introduced herself and then turned to Lin Chen and tried to appeal to his emotions.

“Mr. Lin, I know you’re annoyed with us, but to be honest, I have no choice. I’m just an employee, and I can’t refuse the tasks assigned by my boss. If I go back now, I’ll probably be fired!”

“Ms. Chen, I just had a baby and I have to handle everything at home right now. If I get fired, my baby might not even be able to afford formula. Could you please put in a good word for me with Mr. Lin? At least give me a chance to treat you to a meal?”

"Even if the negotiations fail, I can still report back to you, okay?"

Hearing Ji Ruyan speak so sincerely, Chen Xiaoxiao was immediately moved.

"Lin Chen, she's just doing it for work. Why don't we have a meal together?"

Lin Chen shook his head inwardly. Although Chen Xiaoxiao was smart, she was still inexperienced and unaware of the dangers of the world.

Using the skill "Don't Lie to Me," Lin Chen had already discerned that half of Ji Ruyan's words were lies.

What? She had a child? Whether she's even married is a question.

However, Chen Xiaoxiao's suggestion was exactly what she wanted to protect.

After thinking for a moment, Lin Chen sighed and said, "Alright, you really have it tough. But I just got back today and want to spend some time alone with my girlfriend. It's not convenient to have you as a third wheel."

"How about this, you find a coffee shop and wait there, we'll come over after we've finished eating."

“Okay!” Ji Ruyan’s eyes lit up.

"Then go to No. 300 Ping'an Road. There's a nice coffee shop there. Wait for me there."

"Okay! I'll go right now, Mr. Lin, see you there!"

Seeing Ji Ruyan happily get into the car next to her and leave, Chen Xiaoxiao couldn't help but say, "Lin Chen, you're so mean! Why did you make her go there?"

"You don't know, do you? That guy is a liar, he'll be doomed sooner or later. I just want to give her a chance to turn herself in."

puff!

Chen Xiaoxiao couldn't help but cover her mouth and laugh.

"Let's go find somewhere else to eat. How about hot pot?"

"Eating hot pot on such a hot day?"

"Eat up, I haven't eaten in ages."

"Fine, whatever you say!"

……

Shortly after Lin Chen and Chen Xiaoxiao left hand in hand, Ji Ruyan followed the navigation and drove to No. 300 Ping'an Road.

"Hey boss, I've already contacted Lin Chen. He'll meet with me after he finishes his meal."

"His girlfriend is here too, but don't worry, I'll find a way to get him to agree. I've arrived at my destination, I'll hang up now."

After hanging up the phone, Ji Ruyan smiled slightly.

What a genius boy.

In the end, he's just a greenhorn.

I can easily fool you with just a few words!

Ji Ruyan had already made up her mind; getting close to Lin Chen was just the first step.

Once she can strike up a conversation with him and get in touch with him, she can gradually push him closer to her.

It's said that it's easy for a woman to pursue a man, even though Lin Chen already has a girlfriend like Chen Xiaoxiao.

But how can a little girl compare to her mother's maturity?

Little brother, once you've tasted my goodness, you'll never look at those other girls again!

Ji Ruyan was smiling to herself when her expression suddenly changed, and she looked ahead with a look of surprise.

no……

Where is the coffee shop that Lin Chen mentioned?

She parked her car on the side of the road and had just gotten out when a uniformed man walked over.

"Miss, do you not respect me at all? You dare to park here like this?"

"Excuse me, comrade, I wanted to ask where 300 Ping'an Road is? I can't find it."

The other person looked at her with surprise and pointed to the side: "Isn't this number 300?"

Ji Ruyan's face immediately stiffened, because on the building at No. 300 Ping'an Road, there was a large blue and white sign and the national emblem.

East China Sea, Law Enforcement Bureau.