Amid the crackling and popping of firecrackers, Lin Jianguo stood smiling by the entrance of the bookstore, with the remnants of the firecrackers flying all over the place. The thick smell of gunpowder and the accompanying smoke shrouded the whole area.
Today was the grand opening of the bookstore's new branch. Lin Jianguo had gotten up early. By his side stood Jiang Feng, as well as a beautiful young woman in a plain white business suit with pearl earrings—none other than the Xiaoling who claimed to be Lin Fei's friend. Ever since she appeared directly in front of Lin Fei's family that day, she started frequenting Lin Fei's home. After several visits, she also helped Lin Jianguo quite a bit and naturally became familiar with them quickly. This was also a step she had planned from the beginning.
A few minutes after the firecrackers had been set off, leaders who had come uninvited began to step forward to congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Lin Jianguo.