Inheritance of Two Trillion

Chapter 2331: Chapter 1767: The Blind Date Candidate Ran Away..._2

So, Mrs. Lin decided to join Chen in fighting back.

Mr. and Mrs. Lin saw this and quickly said, ”It’s already nice to have you as a guest, bringing something or not, we’re happy either way!”

”Yes, we’re not concerned about that.”

The couple was afraid Bai Xiaosheng would feel embarrassed and tried to smooth things over.

Bai Xiaosheng just laughed and said, ”Actually, before I came, I did want to buy something, but I didn’t know what would be appropriate. If I simply bought something random, it might seem too tacky.”

Chen smirked, looking disdainful, as if he thought of Bai Xiaosheng as stingy.

”I heard that Uncle Lin and Auntie are both people of refined taste; Uncle Lin likes root carving, and Auntie likes calligraphy and painting.” Bai Xiaosheng ignored Chen’s reaction and continued smiling at Mr. and Mrs. Lin, ”So I thought of giving something more elegant.”

”Oh? You speak so eloquently, but where’s the gift?” Chen glanced at Bai Xiaosheng and Lei Ying, noticing there didn’t seem to be any root carving or painting gift boxes with them, and sneered mockingly.

Bai Xiaosheng acted as if he hadn’t heard and continued, ”Although our city is below Zhongjing’s jurisdiction, there is actually a renowned carver right here whose work is famous both domestically and internationally.”

On the side, Mr. Lin’s eyes suddenly lit up, ”Young man, are you talking about Master Pang?!”

Talking about his hobbies, Mr. Lin started to talk enthusiastically, ”Ah, six months ago, Master Pang held a semi-annual exhibition in our city! Tickets were issued in limited quantities each day! I lined up for three hours before I managed to snatch a ticket! It was truly hard to get one! But the master’s works are so full of spirit and exquisitely crafted, it’s truly awe-inspiring!”

An exhibition making tickets hard to get, like a concert, just shows how capable that master is!

Mr. Lin became more excited as he talked, touching upon his interests, making it difficult for him to restrain himself.

Next to him, Chen immediately slammed his hand in regret and said, ”Oh dear, Uncle Lin, why didn’t you mention this earlier? Why would you need to queue for a ticket if you let me handle it? It’s just a phone call for me.”

Chen said this while glancing at Bai Xiaosheng with an obvious implication: could you do that?

Bai Xiaosheng then turned to Mrs. Lin, switching topics, ”Auntie, I heard you enrolled in a course by a famous calligraphy and painting master from Zhongjing. How do you find it?”

Mrs. Lin was taken aback, then said with a wry smile, ”The course is great, but there are too many people, several hundred in one class. However, just listening to Master Tan’s occasional guidance from afar is indeed very beneficial. It’s just that even enrolling for next semester isn’t guaranteed.”

This time, before Bai Xiaosheng could speak, Chen jumped in and said, ”Leave it to me, I know people in the culture industry. Not only can I get you enrolled, but I’ll also ensure you pay at least half the price!”

Whether it’s that sculpture exhibition or the painting course, they all use a hunger marketing strategy, intentionally creating a sense of demand to tug at true enthusiasts’ hearts, ensuring that once they get a chance to spend, they won’t hold back. Those queuing or attending the course, if not mostly shills, then there are quite a few staging it. After all, it’s not like a pop star concert; it’s not truly impossible to get tickets.

Hearing Chen say this, Mrs. Lin suddenly breathed rapidly and asked, ”Really, can you manage the enrollment?”

”And the tickets for the personal exhibition Uncle Lin wants; I’ll handle that too!” Chen boasted, patting his chest, ”I assure you won’t have to spend an extra penny!”

Seeing Chen make such promises, Mr. and Mrs. Lin were naturally moved.

Mrs. Lin also seemed quite pleased, smiling, ”Our Chen is capable! He can easily get tickets and spots that ordinary people can’t.”

As she spoke, Mrs. Lin glanced at Bai Xiaosheng, her eyes carrying a playful smile.

Chen was proud, looking at Bai Xiaosheng, ”I say, young man, you’ve researched well and talked fancily, but what’s the point if you can’t get tickets or spots? Appealing to others isn’t just about talking. As young people, you must act within your means!”

Lin Weiwei immediately looked unconvinced, ready to argue with Chen.

Mr. and Mrs. Lin felt a bit awkward, thinking their overt enthusiasm earlier might have been inconsiderate to the young Bai they were hosting.

Just then, the doorbell rang outside.

Mr. Lin immediately looked over, saying, ”Who’s this now? Let me answer.”

”I’ll...go check too.” Mrs. Lin hurriedly said and followed along.

The couple was also seeking a temporary escape to ease the awkwardness.

Bai Xiaosheng smiled and sipped his tea slowly.

Chen was relentless in teasing, ”Young man, you say you’ve researched so much, but can you truly reach that master’s level? I actually know one of Master Pang’s core disciples and have a good relationship with him!”

Chen spoke proudly, as if knowing the master’s disciple was something remarkable.

Bai Xiaosheng listened silently.

Suddenly, a shocked exclamation came from the direction of the hallway.

”Ah, it’s, it’s you! How come you’ve visited our house!?”

It was Mr. Lin’s voice.

Everyone present, except Bai Xiaosheng and Lei Ying, looked puzzled and turned toward the hallway.

Lin Weiwei almost ran to see what was happening.

”Please come in, please come in! Having you here makes my home shine!” Then came Mr. Lin’s enthusiastic and joyful voice, calming Lin Weiwei a bit.

There were sounds of footfalls, indicating quite a few people had arrived.

In the living room, everyone saw Mr. and Mrs. Lin leading the way, followed by a group of people, surrounding an elderly man with a youthful appearance despite his white hair.