By the time Ji Ting came downstairs after changing, Liao Kai was already waiting for him.
"Second Young Master, the car is ready. It's right outside."
Ji Ting nodded. "Thank you."
When he approached, Liao Kai introduced the man beside him. "Second Young Master, this is Feng Lei. He's new here, the bodyguard President Ji arranged for you. He was supposed to start just after the New Year, but some family matters held him up."
Feng Lei bowed slightly. "Hello, Second Young Master."
Ji Ting greeted him, then turned to Liao Kai. "Why did Ji Yanzhi suddenly arrange a bodyguard for me?"
"President Ji said it isn't always safe out there, and having someone by your side would give you some protection." Liao Kai assured him, "Don't worry. Feng Lei just left the military. His fighting skills are beyond question."
Ji Ting knew Ji Yanzhi meant well, but with someone staying by his side, certain things would become difficult for him to do.
He didn't turn down the arrangement on the spot. After a moment's thought, he said, "Let's get going first."
Just over half an hour later, the three of them arrived at the restaurant.
Ji Ting had barely stepped out of the car when he looked up and saw Ji Yanzhi. "Why are you here?"
Although he had come out specifically to meet him, Ji Yanzhi kept his expression perfectly impassive. "Getting some fresh air."
"Oh."
"Come on." Ji Yanzhi naturally took hold of his wrist. "Everyone's here."
The two made their way to the banquet room. The moment the door opened, the conversation inside fell abruptly silent, like a classroom during a study period when the homeroom teacher suddenly walked in.
Director Chang stood first, followed by Minister Jiang. With both leaders on their feet, everyone else