Chapter 1250


    Lina was supposed to meet Desiree at a high-end bar in Centrolis. To her surprise, all the attendees


    there were women. They exuded extraordinary temperament, dressed professionally, and behaved


    elegantly. They truly embodied the image of sessful female entrepreneurs.


    As soon as Lina entered the private room, Desiree warmly waved at her. Although distracted, Lina


    discreetly hid the small pistol she carried in her bag.


    When she received Desiree’s message, she hesitated for a moment but decided toe anyway.


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    Firstly, she wanted to meet these bosses, learn more about theirpanies, and gain knowledge


    about entrepreneurs. Secondly, she harbored a glimmer of hope that Desiree would not deceive her.


    Despite that, she brought the small pistol that Krystal had given her when she was kidnapped. After all,


    a bar was a ce where anything could happen, and she wanted to be prepared just in case Desiree


    had any ill intentions.


    Lina took a deep breath and sat down. She secretly sent a message to Zuko to let him know she was


    safe. She had told Zuko about this meeting because she did not want to keep anything from him and


    didn’t want to take any risks alone.


    –


    At first, Zuko strongly opposed her going to the bar to discuss business matters. Later, he relented,


    allowing her to talk about business but insisting on arranging for his men to guard the area.


    Lina widened her eyes, looking cute and alert like a deer. “But I’ve already arranged my people!”


    “Huh?”


    “Uncle Ian will be outside the bar with his men.”


    Zuko heaved a sigh of relief. ‘Right, her father was the head of a gang. I had forgotten about that.’


    –


    “Lina!” Desiree nudged her. “What’s wrong?”


    “Oh, it’s nothing.” Lina regained herposure and stood up to look at the women with a smile. “Each


    one of you is truly remarkable to excel in the venture capital industry dominated by men. It’s


    admirable!”


    “Don’t be so polite!” Desireeughed heartily, putting her arm around Lina’s shoulder, and said to the


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    Everyone in the room agreed to the proposal.


    As the alcohol took effect, the atmosphere gradually heated up.


    Lina kept a light smile on her face and did not drink much.


    On the other hand, Desiree kept downing one drink after another, bing more enthusiastic as she


    chatted with the other women.


    In the end, she either got too tipsy or did it intentionally as she suddenly blurted out, “Do you know who


    Lina’s father is? He’s none other than the famous Nichs Thompson—the once legendary


    underworld’s big boss! You’ll need to get his protection!”


    Her words instantly silenced the room. Everyone’s gaze turned to Lina.


    “So, her father’s… actually involved in the gangs?”


    Someone started whispering, “But when Desiree invited us here, she didn’t mention that we were


    meeting with someone from the Thompson Group!”


    “There’s nothing surprising since it’s the gangs. Hah! No wonder they’re so rich. It must be from ill-


    gotten gains!”


    “We came all the way from out of town only to be dealing with a gang?”


    “I’d rather not do it if it’s coborating with the Thompson Group! Can we trust money from the


    underworld?”


    “Exactly! I’m afraid of getting involved inwsuits!”


    “I’d rather not make this money if it means letting this gang of scoundrels have their ways.”


    “Hush! Keep your voices down. Aren’t you afraid of retaliation from the underworld heiress? Besides, it


    seems like the Thompson Group has already cleaned up its act.”


    “Even if they’ve whitewashed themselves, can they erase the past? So what if she’s the underworld


    heiress? This is a society governed byw. Can’t I choose an investor freely?”