Lin Hao did want to expand the Heaven and Earth Commerce Association, but that did not mean he wanted to expand his own fame and influence. He only wanted to make a fortune quietly!
Even if he intended to become an uncrowned king, he could not possibly be elevated there by others. After all, the higher others lifted you, the harder you fell.
Lin Hao believed that no matter what faction it was, given the strength the Heaven and Earth Commerce Association had displayed so far, as long as he did not provoke trouble, basically no faction would dare to provoke them first!
"Qinghe, expanding our influence in the early stages is merely a business tactic. It does not mean I have any other intentions.
If there is nothing urgent, let's leave it at that for today. The auction is about to begin, and I still have quite a lot to do!"
As he spoke, Lin Hao rose to leave. No matter what you said, as long as I refused to take the bait, that was that.
Just as Lin Hao stood up, Qian Renenxue picked up the teapot.
Splash, splash, splash. A stream of water flowed from the spout into the teacup that had just been emptied.
"Such composure—no wonder you are a peerless talent raised by a reclusive family. Qinghe truly admires you!
However, I ask that young master Lin listen to a few more words. Since young master Lin wishes to conduct honest business, so do I!
Young master Lin should have received the news that the Heaven Dou Empire Royal Family is preparing to support a commerce association in the near future. I wonder whether the Heaven and Earth Commerce Association would be interested?"
"Qinghe, your purpose in supporting a commerce association is to contend with