Although Xie Lina's situation greatly interested Zhuo Yue, as a professional journalist, especially one who worked undercover, she still didn't want to give up investigating this direct marketing organization.

"Hm… let's leave it at that for now, Miss Zhuo. We can schedule another time to meet."

Upon hearing this, the couple looked at each other, then stood up, and both politely shook hands with Zhuo Yue to say goodbye.

From their demeanor, they completely resembled high-ranking white-collar workers from a large corporation or conglomerate, showing no signs of deceit. If Ling Zhenfei had not known they were direct marketers, he might have actually been deceived by their pretense!

"Ling Zhenfei, Sister Xie, you haven't eaten yet, have you? Why not have dinner here first. I'll cook!"

After sending the couple out, Zhuo Yue immediately took on the role of a hospitable big brother, inviting Ling Zhenfei to stay for dinner.

"Hehe, I would never have guessed, Miss Zhuo! You can actually cook? It's like the sun rising from the west!"

Hearing this, Ling Zhenfei suddenly realized his stomach was growling loudly, and he laughed while patting his belly.

Originally, Fatty had planned to invite Ikeda Yasushi for dinner tonight to discuss business, but a series of unexpected events had occurred and he still hadn't eaten!

"Tsk, Ling Zhenfei, looking down on me? My cooking skills are top-notch."

Zhuo Yue tied on an apron, giving Ling Zhenfei a glance, "Today, you're lucky to be included because of Sister Xie, and you'll get a taste of my skill, so prepare for a feast!"

"I'm on my way!"

Though Xie Lina had lots on her mind, looking gloomy, seeing Zhuo Yue head to cook, she stood up and volunteered to help Zhuo Yue in the kitchen.

The two women enjoyed themselves bustling about the kitchen, while Ling Zhenfei, left with nothing else to do, started watching TV in the living room.

After a while, the delicious smell wafting from the kitchen, especially when he saw the two women bringing dish after dish to the table, made Ling Zhenfei unable to resist twitching his nose and, with his appetite stirred, he giggled and was about to grab some food with his hands.

"Hey! You, how can you be so unhygienic? Go and wash your hands!" Zhuo Yue saw this and promptly frowned as she came over to slap Ling Zhenfei's hand away.

"Ah, how fragrant, I really couldn't tell, Miss Zhuo! Your cooking skills are truly remarkable!" Before Zhuo Yue could intervene, Ling Zhenfei had already popped some food into his mouth and began chewing while he praised her.

"Of course, who do you think I am, Zhuo Yue? I possess seventy-two incredible skills, master of them all…"

Praised by Ling Zhenfei like this, Zhuo Yue couldn't help but beam with pride. She was about to take the opportunity to thoroughly boast about her unrivaled cooking skills, but then noticed Ling Zhenfei looking intensely at the dishes on the table a few times, then smiling and saying, "No wonder it's so delicious. It turns out this food…"

"Ling Zhenfei, at least you have some discernment. You're right, these dishes are delicious not just because of my skill, but also because of one indispensable reason, and that's the quality of the ingredients."

Seeing that Ling Zhenfei seemed to notice something, Zhuo Yue leaned close to his ear, pretending to be mysterious, "Let me tell you, these vegetables are not just any vegetables; they are signature produce from Xi Shan Farm in our city, known for their exquisite taste. Money might not even secure them regularly. I also got them through a friend!"

"Oh, so they're from Xi Shan Farm's vegetables, no wonder they're so delicious!"

Ling Zhenfei listened, then looked at Zhuo Yue's pretentious deep look, and found it very amusing.

"Of course, how could the dishes at Xi Shan Farm not be delicious?"

Zhuo Yue handed the chopsticks to Ling Zhenfei and Xie Lina, enthusiastically praising Xi Shan Farm again. Then, she curiously looked at Ling Zhenfei, "From the way you speak, you know about Xi Shan Farm too?"

"More than just know, I'm quite familiar with the owner of Xi Shan Farm!" Ling Zhenfei laughed inwardly, joking with her on purpose.

"Really? Ling Zhenfei, I didn't expect you to have such an extensive social circle!"

After hearing this, Zhuo Yue looked at Ling Zhenfei somewhat surprised and said seriously, "You know, the owner of Xi Shan Farm has always been very mysterious, and he is not usually at the farm; it's as if the Divine Dragon shows its head but not its tail. Even a well-connected person like me has never met him, and you're actually familiar with him? That's unexpected!"

"Hehe, of course, think about who I am?"

Ling Zhenfei chuckled, mimicking Zhuo Yue's mysterious look, and as he spoke, he picked up a dish with his chopsticks and put it into his mouth.

"This... hehe, Ling Zhenfei, I was actually thinking of interviewing this mysterious owner, but I've never found the opportunity. Look... could you do me a favor and arrange a meeting with him... "

As Ling Zhenfei spoke more mysteriously, Zhuo Yue listened with increased curiosity and actually, pleasingly put a chicken leg in Ling Zhenfei's bowl.

"Hey, hey, being overly nice without a cause, either scheming or thieving! Little girl, why do you want to meet him if it's nothing important? Are you interested in the owner perhaps?"

The more Zhuo Yue was in a hurry, the more Ling Zhenfei wanted to tease her, so he deliberately put on a casual and uncommitted demeanor and began to tease Zhuo Yue.

"Hehe, if you have other intentions, I might agree to it. But if you're interested in him, then there's no hope. He's a handsome guy, and the women chasing him could form an enhanced squad, I don't think you stand a chance…"

"Ling Zhenfei, you... your rotten mouth. If you don't agree, I won't let you eat!"

Zhuo Yue was immediately infuriated by Ling Zhenfei's words; her pretty face turned bright red, and she reached out, trying to twist Ling Zhenfei's ear. But Ling Zhenfei wouldn't let her catch him; he turned his head and dodged.

"Hey, Ling Zhenfei, I'm being serious here! Stop fooling around…"

The two of them played around at the dinner table for a while, making Xie Lina, who was eating next to them, somewhat embarrassed. Eventually, Zhuo Yue had to stop the playful fight and, with a serious tone, said to Ling Zhenfei: "Ling Zhenfei, I'm serious. I heard that the owner is very young and created such a business myth in just a few months; he truly is a legendary figure in the business world!

I really want to interview him. His achievements are inspiring and could definitely serve as a positive energy story! Ling Zhenfei, please help me no matter what, arrange a meeting for us to talk, okay? I'm begging you!"

Ling Zhenfei knew Zhuo Yue was a competitive woman, and seeing her in such a pleading way made him feel uneasy.

He had merely wanted to tease Zhuo Yue a bit, but he had not measured his antics well, and now Zhuo Yue truly believed he was friends with that mysterious owner.

Now, he found himself in an awkward position, uncertain whether to agree or not.

But then, looking at Zhuo Yue's pitiful expression, what else could Ling Zhenfei say? He could only nod awkwardly.

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