A businessman’s nature is to chase profit, and Ling Jinmo did not attend this charity jewelry gala merely to build a good reputation. His goal was to network with influential people, paving the way for future cooperation.
However, having brought Ling Lin along and offended the eldest daughter of the Liu Family in front of everyone, his position had become precarious. The wealthy young heirs who were once enthusiastic upon seeing him now avoided him like the plague, terrified of getting entangled in his troubles.
Ling Jinmo kept a calm facade, but his heart had already sunk. If Ling Lin hadn't caused such a scene, he might have been chatting and laughing with business moguls by now, perhaps even on the verge of finalizing a lucrative deal. He cast a discreet glance at the distant gazes observing them; it seemed there was no hope for that now.
Chapter 189