Li Du did not know how powerful the Tussenberg family was, and he also did not ask . However, Elson called Bradley, a leader of the national branch of the world's top luxury products company, a "decent worker . "
Furthermore, Elson used a very casual tone when he said that, just like saying, "Let's eat steak tonight . " Evidently, Bradley was not an important person in Elson's eyes .
Both Li Du and Steve got along very well and had chit-chatted the entire night .
After the showcase had ended, Cole walked over .
When he saw Li Du and Steve together, he was briefly stunned before very quickly smiling . "Mr . Tussenberg, Li, seems like you guys are having a great time chit-chatting . Earlier, I was worried that you might feel uncomfortable here . "
Steve nodded and said, "You are too kind, Mr . Winston . I did not know that Li is also a shareholder of your company . We are old friends . If I had known beforehand that he would be attending the showcase this time, I would have been very happy to come over . "
"Old friend?" Cole smiled before walking in front of Li Du and whispering, "I did not know that you had such a powerful old friend . "
Li Du also smiled . As he did not know Steve's true identity, he did not respond to Cole and would ask about Steve later .
Li Du initially thought that Cole had walked over to look for him . Now, from the looks of it, Cole seemed to be here for Steve . Seeing this, Li Du was considerate and left .
After having just walked a few steps, someone walked over to Li Du and extended his hand . "Chow Tai Fook Enterprises, I'm Cao Fan . Nice to meet you, Mr . Li . "
Li Du turned his head to look at the person . The person greeting him was also a Chinese man who looked to be approximately 30-something years old and spoke clear, fluent Mandarin .
Li Du shook his hand and asked, "Have we met before? Mr . Winston gave me an introduction . So sorry, I'm not very good at socializing and hence, did not go over to talk to you . "
Cao Fan smiled and said in an easygoing manner, "You are too kind, Mr . Li . I have been wanting to meet you . However, as you and Mr . Tussenberg were chit-chatting, I did not want to bother you . "
Even though it was evident that Cao Fan also knew who Steve was, Li Du could not ask him .
Li Du suspected that Steve had something to do with Cao Fan coming over to him . If he were to take the initiative and ask about Steve's identity, the other party would know that he knew nothing and would not take him seriously .
He could be low key in this type of socializing event, since being low key would gain the respect of others . However, he might also be taken lightly by others .
Changing the topic, Li Du asked, "From what I remember of Mr . Winston's introduction, you are currently in charge of the American branch?"
Cao Fan nodded . "Yes, my family migrated to San Francisco during my grandfather's generation . As China was successfully reformed and became more open when I was young, my grandfather sent me back to live in China . As such, my accent and the education that I have received should be very similar to yours . "
After a brief chit-chat, Cao Fan asked, "Brother Li, do you have any plans for tonight?"
Li Du shook his head . Cao Fan said, "There are quite a few Chinese at the showcase this time around . It so happens that we are having a small Chinese gathering tonight . Could you do me a favor and join us?"
Hearing his question, Li Du smiled . "You are too kind, I would very much like to join . However, you don't have to say that it's a 'favor . ' I can't accept that . "
Cao Fan smiled, patted Li Du on his shoulders, and said, "Let's go, my car is at the entrance . "
The gathering was not being held at the Four Seasons Hotel . After informing Sophie, Li Du boarded Cao Fan's car with Brother Wolf .
Cao Fan's car, which was a silver Maybach, had a broad and sturdy body, was extravagantly decorated inside, and had two rows of seats that faced each other .
After Cao Fan opened the car door for Li Du to sit in the back row, he pressed a button and the front row seats slowly folded in . All of a sudden, the inside of the car became a lot more spacious .
When Li Du sat down, an automatic leg rest extended out while the seat began gradually tilting until he felt comfortable .
In the middle of the front row of seats was an 18 . 5-inch screen . When Cao Fan entered the car, the screen lit up and displayed information regarding the outside environment such as temperature, humidity, and purity of the air .
After Brother Wolf sat in the front passenger seat of the car, the car started . The stability of the car was so good that Li Du would not have been able to tell that the car had started moving if he had not looked outside .
The Maybach was much bigger than most sedans . This was became even more obvious when the car started driving on the road . Compared to a normal sedan, the car was nearly two times longer .
Cao Fan opened a bottle of red wine, handed a half-filled glass to Li Du, and said, "Drink some first to warm up . As all of us have very high alcohol tolerances, tell us beforehand if you don't want to drink or are not able to . "
Li Du understood the drinking culture of his fellow Chinese people . Although such a culture was considered to be of no value, it was still reasonable . Chinese people loved discussing matters over alcohol and felt that alcohol was able to bring out people's true nature since it could get people's blood pumping .
As the little bug was able to absorb alcohol and convert it into energy, Li Du was not afraid of such gatherings . After hearing Cao Fan's words, Li Du laughed and said, "It's ok . How could I not drink with my fellow countrymen? Isn't that being arrogant?"
Cao Fan burst into laughter before patting Li Du on his shoulder and saying, "Haha, well said . I have a feeling that everyone will be very fond of you . Your personality is very compatible with ours . "
After driving for more than half an hour, the Maybach parked at the door of an antique-looking Chinese restaurant .
As it was already close to midnight, the restaurant was no longer open to the public . Despite that, the inside of the restaurant was brightly lit, and there were several people chit-chatting loudly .
Having spotted Cao Fan entering with Li Du, someone shouted, "Yo, Hong Men's Master Fan Er Gou, Master Gou is here!"
Li Du took a glance around the restaurant . There were both men and women at the gathering . As most of the men were 30 years old and older, Li Du was considered to be the youngest . On the other hand, the women at the gathering were 20 years old and younger . Compared to them, Li Du was considered the oldest .
Except for the few who were more outgoing, most of the men were relatively solemn .
After Cao Fan greeted everyone with a smile on his face, someone said, "You guys are late . Come come come, time to drink as punishment . "
While laughing, a man walked over with two large bottles of distilled spirit in hand . Without saying a word, Li Du took a bottle, raised his head, and speedily drank the spirit .
There was at least half a liter of spirit in one bottle . After Li Du finished one bottle's worth of spirit in one breath, everyone was taken aback . No one was making jokes anymore, and everyone looked at him in awe .
Shocked, Cao Fan said, "F*ck, Brother Li, what are you doing? They were just joking . You actually drank it?"
Li Du asked in a surprised manner, "It was just a joke?"
The man who brought over the spirits swallowed, clapped, and said, "A young hero . Young man, you are very bold . Who said it was a joke? It's not a joke, Er Gou . This young man has already drunk his . It's up to you now . "
Helpless, Cao Fan glared at him before pointing at him and saying, "Wang Shen, don't get cocky . I don't believe you will never be late for future gatherings . "
After speaking, Cao Fan took a bottle of spirit and drank it .
All of a sudden, applause could be heard .
Chapter 840: Chinese Community. Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio Li Du did not know how powerful the Tussenberg family was, and he also did not ask . However, Elson called Bradley, a leader of the national branch of the worlds top luxury products company, a decent worker . Furthermore, Elson used a very casual tone when he said that, just like saying, Lets eat steak tonight . Evidently, Bradley was not an important person in Elsons eyes . Both Li Du and Steve got along very well and had chit-chatted the entire night . After the showcase had ended, Cole walked over . When he saw Li Du and Steve together, he was briefly stunned before very quickly smiling . Mr . Tussenberg, Li, seems like you guys are having a great time chit-chatting . Earlier, I was worried that you might feel uncomfortable here . Steve nodded and said, You are too kind, Mr . Winston . I did not know that Li is also a shareholder of your company . We are old friends . If I had known beforehand that he would be attending the showcase this time, I would have been very happy to come over . Old friend? Cole smiled before walking in front of Li Du and whispering, I did not know that you had such a powerful old friend . Li Du also smiled . As he did not know Steves true identity, he did not respond to Cole and would ask about Steve later . Li Du initially thought that Cole had walked over to look for him . Now, from the looks of it, Cole seemed to be here for Steve . Seeing this, Li Du was considerate and left . After having just walked a few steps, someone walked over to Li Du and extended his hand . Chow Tai Fook Enterprises, Im Cao Fan . Nice to meet you, Mr . Li . Li Du turned his head to look at the person . The person greeting him was also a Chinese man who looked to be approximately 30-something years old and spoke clear, fluent Mandarin . Li Du shook his hand and asked, Have we met before? Mr . Winston gave me an introduction . So sorry, Im not very good at socializing and hence, did not go over to talk to you . Cao Fan smiled and said in an easygoing manner, You are too kind, Mr . Li . I have been wanting to meet you . However, as you and Mr . Tussenberg were chit-chatting, I did not want to bother you . Even though it was evident that Cao Fan also knew who Steve was, Li Du could not ask him . Li Du suspected that Steve had something to do with Cao Fan coming over to him . If he were to take the initiative and ask about Steves identity, the other party would know that he knew nothing and would not take him seriously . He could be low key in this type of socializing event, since being low key would gain the respect of others . However, he might also be taken lightly by others . Changing the topic, Li Du asked, From what I remember of Mr . Winstons introduction, you are currently in charge of the American branch? Cao Fan nodded . Yes, my family migrated to San Francisco during my grandfathers generation . As China was successfully reformed and became more open when I was young, my grandfather sent me back to live in China . As such, my accent and the education that I have received should be very similar to yours . After a brief chit-chat, Cao Fan asked, Brother Li, do you have any plans for tonight? Li Du shook his head . Cao Fan said, There are quite a few Chinese at the showcase this time around . It so happens that we are having a small Chinese gathering tonight . Could you do me a favor and join us? Hearing his question, Li Du smiled . You are too kind, I would very much like to join . However, you dont have to say that its a favor . I cant accept that . Cao Fan smiled, patted Li Du on his shoulders, and said, Lets go, my car is at the entrance . The gathering was not being held at the Four Seasons Hotel . After informing Sophie, Li Du boarded Cao Fans car with Brother Wolf . Cao Fans car, which was a silver Maybach, had a broad and sturdy body, was extravagantly decorated inside, and had two rows of seats that faced each other . After Cao Fan opened the car door for Li Du to sit in the back row, he pressed a button and the front row seats slowly folded in . All of a sudden, the inside of the car became a lot more spacious . When Li Du sat down, an automatic leg rest extended out while the seat began gradually tilting until he felt comfortable . In the middle of the front row of seats was an 18 . 5-inch screen . When Cao Fan entered the car, the screen lit up and displayed information regarding the outside environment such as temperature, humidity, and purity of the air . After Brother Wolf sat in the front passenger seat of the car, the car started . The stability of the car was so good that Li Du would not have been able to tell that the car had started moving if he had not looked outside . The Maybach was much bigger than most sedans . This was became even more obvious when the car started driving on the road . Compared to a normal sedan, the car was nearly two times longer . Cao Fan opened a bottle of red wine, handed a half-filled glass to Li Du, and said, Drink some first to warm up . As all of us have very high alcohol tolerances, tell us beforehand if you dont want to drink or are not able to . Li Du understood the drinking culture of his fellow Chinese people . Although such a culture was considered to be of no value, it was still reasonable . Chinese people loved discussing matters over alcohol and felt that alcohol was able to bring out peoples true nature since it could get peoples blood pumping . As the little bug was able to absorb alcohol and convert it into energy, Li Du was not afraid of such gatherings . After hearing Cao Fans words, Li Du laughed and said, Its ok . How could I not drink with my fellow countrymen? Isnt that being arrogant? Cao Fan burst into laughter before patting Li Du on his shoulder and saying, Haha, well said . I have a feeling that everyone will be very fond of you . Your personality is very compatible with ours . After driving for more than half an hour, the Maybach parked at the door of an antique-looking Chinese restaurant . As it was already close to midnight, the restaurant was no longer open to the public . Despite that, the inside of the restaurant was brightly lit, and there were several people chit-chatting loudly . Having spotted Cao Fan entering with Li Du, someone shouted, Yo, Hong Mens Master Fan Er Gou, Master Gou is here! Li Du took a glance around the restaurant . There were both men and women at the gathering . As most of the men were 30 years old and older, Li Du was considered to be the youngest . On the other hand, the women at the gathering were 20 years old and younger . Compared to them, Li Du was considered the oldest . Except for the few who were more outgoing, most of the men were relatively solemn . After Cao Fan greeted everyone with a smile on his face, someone said, You guys are late . Come come come, time to drink as punishment . While laughing, a man walked over with two large bottles of distilled spirit in hand . Without saying a word, Li Du took a bottle, raised his head, and speedily drank the spirit . There was at least half a liter of spirit in one bottle . After Li Du finished one bottles worth of spirit in one breath, everyone was taken aback . No one was making jokes anymore, and everyone looked at him in awe . Shocked, Cao Fan said, F*ck, Brother Li, what are you doing? They were just joking . You actually drank it? Li Du asked in a surprised manner, It was just a joke? The man who brought over the spirits swallowed, clapped, and said, A young hero . Young man, you are very bold . Who said it was a joke? Its not a joke, Er Gou . This young man has already drunk his . Its up to you now . Helpless, Cao Fan glared at him before pointing at him and saying, Wang Shen, dont get cocky . I dont believe you will never be late for future gatherings . After speaking, Cao Fan took a bottle of spirit and drank it . All of a sudden, applause could be heard .
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