Doomsday: I Can Get a Hint-Chapter 433 - 267: Taking Action

Night falls.

Chen Guofu hosted a small dinner party at home.

The guest of honor was Xu Xiang.

After all, Xu Xiang is the Young City Lord of the Settlement Camp, and the proper etiquette must be observed.

At her family’s request, Chen Lingxue was also in attendance in formal attire.

She wore a light purple long dress, with a naturally flowing hemline that accentuated her graceful curves. Around her neck lay a delicate necklace, crystal-clear and sparkling faintly. Her hair, neatly and elegantly styled, was adorned with a silver hairpin, exuding a subtle and refined beauty. Not a single inch was revealed, yet she left a profound impression.

Xu Xiang’s eyes were instantly captivated.

Though he had seen photos of Chen Lingxue before, isn’t she much more beautiful in person?

He has seen many beauties in his time.

In the Settlement Camp, there are even celebrities he’s been involved with.

Nonetheless, he was momentarily spellbound.

"Young City Lord Xu."

Chen Lingxue gave a slight bow to Xu Xiang.

"Oh? Oh! Hello! Lingxue."

Xu Xiang quickly put away his enamored expression, a trace of awkwardness appearing on his face.

Seeing this scene, smiles appeared on the faces of the Chen family.

Even Chen Guofu nodded in satisfaction.

It couldn’t be better if Xu Xiang liked Chen Lingxue.

If a marriage did take place later, they would receive a very generous dowry.

"Please, everyone, take your seats."

Chen Guofu cheerfully invited everyone to sit.

"Uncle Chen, we’re all family here, no need to make it so grand. A simple meal would suffice!"

Xu Xiang looked at the dishes on the table, and even he almost gasped.

There were all kinds of delicacies like king crabs, Australian lobsters, and geoduck clams.

These were incredibly expensive even before the apocalypse, let alone now.

They’re practically impossible to find.

"Haha, it’s just a simple meal, as long as dear nephew doesn’t mind."

Chen Guofu laughed heartily, not paying much mind to these things.

Before the apocalypse, they had stockpiled plenty.

There were even live ones in the ocean world.

"Come, come, don’t be shy, eat and drink as you please, we’re all family."

The crowd began to raise their glasses and drink together.

During this time, they also discussed some cooperation matters.

Some of these were under Chen Lingxue’s responsibility, so Xu Xiang chatted quite a bit with her.

Several of the elders exchanged glances, satisfaction evident in their eyes.

This is naturally the outcome they wanted to see.

It was precisely to get Xu Xiang and Chen Lingxue talking that they steered the conversation in that direction.

Chen Lingxue was somewhat of a workaholic.

She clearly distinguished between public and private matters.

Even if she really disliked someone, when it came to business, she would proactively engage with a smile.

A beautiful woman initiating conversation, Xu Xiang, who had a good impression of her, naturally wouldn’t refuse.

And so, the two began to chat.

Meanwhile, Chen Bin squinted his eyes, concentrating on his food.

He didn’t say much throughout, intentionally minimizing his presence.

Everyone was curious as to why Xu Xiang hadn’t taken action against Wang Hao.

Nor had he sent anyone to cause trouble for him.

But no one asked.

Everyone was tactful, and no one mentioned things that shouldn’t be brought up.

"Dear nephew, since you’re here, why not stay for a few more days?

We have plenty of rooms; just stay with us."

Chen Guofu toasted with Xu Xiang, smiling as he spoke.

"I was thinking the same."

Xu Xiang’s face lit up with a hint of envy as he smiled:

"Uncle, your place is truly wonderful, with all sorts of facilities, much better than ours.

I’ve delegated matters at the Settlement Camp to my subordinates. This time, I came here to spend some time, as it’s too cold outside."

"Haha, that’s great. I’ll have Lingxue show you around."

Chen Guofu smiled, looking at Chen Lingxue:

"Lingxue, take a break from your work these few days and show our dear nephew a good time. Don’t neglect him."

"Yes, Father."

Chen Lingxue did not refuse.

In their family, Chen Guofu was an authority figure, and his words were not to be contradicted.

Especially in front of so many people.

Moreover, Chen Lingxue did not dislike Xu Xiang.

Even if they don’t marry, there’s no need to become enemies, as there will be many more collaborations between the two forces.

Before the apocalypse, she had entertained many business partners.

It was all quite ordinary to her.

"I brought along a group of subordinates this time, they’re temporarily staying in Yunxi Town. Once the snow stops, I’m planning to go out and search for supplies, and hunt some monsters along the way.

If anyone here has people who want to join, we could organize it, so we can look out for each other."

Although Xu Xiang was speaking to Chen Guofu, his gaze wandered towards Chen Lingxue.

Combat is the best way to improve one’s strength.

If one becomes a sheltered flower, they might not even utilize sixty percent of their combat abilities.

This time, Xu Xiang brought his personal guards out to properly temper them.

They’re his future team!

Additionally, there’s the Crystal Stone.

Crystal Stones are fairly scarce at the moment.

And as Crystal Stone technology in various Settlement Camps continues to develop, the future demand for them will increase.

They also need to hunt some level two, even level three monsters, to obtain their Crystal Stones.

His sudden invitation mainly aimed to include Chen Lingxue.