Chapter 29: 29
Ouyang Feng thought he had underestimated this young girl . She could remain calm even with the piercing look in his eyes . “Little girl, I can see from your dressing that you are from a well-to-do family . This is not a place you should be . Please leave!” he said .
Wen Xinya could sense that Ouyang Feng was avoiding direct eye contact . “Ouyang Feng, would you believe me if I said I came here especially for you?” she said with a serious expression as if she truly meant it .
There was a glimpse of hope in Ouyang Feng’s eyes . “You came for me? Why?”
It was hard for Ouyang Feng not to believe her . She had just called out his name and seemed to know about his identity . Could there be such a coincidence in the world? However, he felt that she was just too young and innocent for him to believe that .
Wen Xinya replied firmly, “That’s because you are a financial genius . ”
“You want me to work for you?” Ouyang Feng squinted his eyes and carefully looked at this young lady again . She remained calm and quiet, with great sincerity in her eyes . She had a sense of serenity in her that was different from the other daughters from wealthy families .
“Yes, I have such intention in mind, but I will respect your decision,” she responded with composure, showing she would not force him to do anything against his will .
Ouyang Feng was hesitant . He was wondering if he should place his bets on an underage teenage girl . On the other hand, he knew he had to repay his debts as fast as possible . Otherwise, the sum of money he owed would grow exponentially with compounded interests .
Wen Xinya noticed his hesitation . She said with a smile, “If you agree to work for me, I will clear all your debts . What do you think?”
Wen Xinya’s words had hit the nail . This was exactly what he needed . But he couldn’t accept the thought of having to work for an underage teenage girl . He looked at her innocently youthful face and sarcastically asked, “How old are you? Fifteen or Sixteen?”
Wen Xinya realized what was holding him back . She slowly stood up and looked at him from her height . “Ouyang Feng, listen well . I am 15-years-old this year,” she said .
With her eyebrows slightly raised and looking at him from the top, she displayed a sense of authority . Ouyang Feng saw a matured and rational soul from her eyes . He instantly knew that he shouldn’t judge this young lady by her age .
Noticing he was a little off guard now, Wen Xinya added, “Ouyang Feng, rest assured that I am only interested in your talent in investment . I will not get you involved in any illegal activities . ”
This was indeed what Ouyang Feng was worried about . After hearing her assurance, he couldn’t find any other reasons to reject her . He took a deep breath and replied, “Young lady, are you aware that I am a jailbird? I just came out from prison and am currently on probation . ”
There were sorrow and pain from life experiences in Wen Xinya’s eyes . She looked at him coldly and said, “What does it matter?”
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Ouyang Feng was touched . Since his release from prison, she was the first person who did not despise him after hearing his unglamorous story . “Are you worried that since I have a bad record, I might give you endless troubles or might even betray you?” he asked .
Wen Xinya replied plainly, “What I see in you is your capabilities . If I have decided to work with you, I will have to accept everything about you, including the troubles you mentioned . With regards to betrayal, I can only say that it is me who has to manage and control you . It’s not something you should worry about . ”
Ouyang Feng looked at this young lady with amazement . From her expression, she communicated such confidence, elegance, and authority . Though she was only 15-years-old, from her words he could sense that she was someone with intelligence and courage surpassing those around her age, with an extraordinary character . He found no reason not to agree .
“Okay, I agree!”
These few words carried firmness in them and were his assurance to her .
“Hi, Ouyang Feng . I am Wen Xinya!” She looked at Ouyang Feng, who had bruises all over his face . Though she couldn’t clearly see his expression under his bruises, there was solidity in his words . She respected him .
“Hi, nice to meet you!” Ouyang Feng stretched out his trembling hands . He seemed to have guessed her identity . The surname “Wen” wasn’t a common one . There were very few families in the Capital city with this surname, and there was only one Wen Family that was well known .
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And Wen Xinya… He vaguely remembered seeing her on the news . The lost daughter of the Wen Family who had led a wandering life for the past 15 years . She was the only rightful heir of the family . He suddenly felt lucky, feeling that he might have hit the jackpot .
From his expression, Wen Xinya knew that he had guessed her identity . She stretched her hand towards Ouyang Feng . “A pleasant cooperation . ”
“A pleasant cooperation!” Ouyang Feng shook her thin, beautiful hand .
With their deal official, it made him feel respected . It had also cleared his worries .
Wen Xinya asked, “How much do you owe the illegal money-lenders?”
At the moment, she could make use of the pocket money Wen Haowen gave her . If the amount exceeded what she could afford, she decided to borrow from Grampy . She was determined to recruit Ouyang Feng at all costs .
“I had initially borrowed 50 thousand dollars from them . However, including compounded interests, the amount of debt has grown to three hundred thousand dollars . ” Three hundred thousand dollars might be the tip of the iceberg to the daughter of the Wen Family, but to Ouyang Feng, it was a matter of life and death . He was nervous, thinking that this young lady might go back on her words .
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Wen Xinya sighed deeply . The future-to-be King of Investment was worth over billions 10 years later . Who would have known he would land himself in such a sorry state this day with a sum of three hundred thousand dollars . “Please rest assured, I will clear your debt for you,” she promised .
“Thank you!” Ouyang Feng was grateful from the bottom of his heart .
“No need to thank me . We are partners . ” Wen Xinya looked at Ouyang Feng with a smile . With his capabilities, she did not want to appear superior in front of him .
“Partners…” Ouyang Feng looked at her smile with sincerity . We are partners? I am not your subordinate or just another tool that you have bought over?
“What’s wrong?” Wen Xinya asked with confusion .
“Nothing… Nothing! Thank you!” Ouyang Feng felt warmth in his heart .
Wen Xinya lent him a hand and pulled him up . “Your injuries look serious . Let me send you to the hospital . We’ll discuss further details after you have recovered,” she said .
Ouyang Feng was appreciative but he replied, “I can still walk on my own . ”
Many years later, when Ouyang Feng became a globally well-known figure, he recalled this day when he met Wen Xinya . This was how he described it: When I was just released from prison, I had a bad record and couldn’t find a job . I had no choice but to borrow money from the illegal money-lenders for trading . However, I lost it all to the stock market . They haunted me every day, forcing me to repay my debts . One day I was lucky to meet her, who was like an angel appearing right in front of me . She gave me hope and respected me as a person . I could see the light at the end of the tunnel . I knew I would be willing to do anything for her .