As Zhou Huchen left the auction hall, the antique auction drew to a close. At this moment, business leaders from Lin'an City's commercial circle exchanged glances, each with satisfied smiles on their faces.

Through the series of events just now, all the leaders within Lin'an City's business circle had a general understanding of the CEO of Dongdao Group.

These leaders had been navigating the business seas for many years and could discern a person's nature through their words and actions. Zhou Huchen's performance earlier could be described in four words: absolutely terrible!

Zhou Huchen's earlier behavior—arrogant, reckless—laid bare the traits of an impulsive individual. If not for his identity as the CEO of Dongdao Group, everyone present would have thought Zhou Huchen was just a bodyguard!

Aside from his attire and aura, nothing Zhou Huchen did resembled that of a rapidly rising group's CEO!

"How do you feel?"

Seeing Zhou Huchen leave, Lu Yu smiled slightly and turned to look at Leng Qingqiu beside him, asking, "Now that you've met the CEO of Dongdao Group, how do you feel?"

In his words, Lu Yu's tone was indifferent as he inquired about Leng Qingqiu's opinion of Zhou Huchen.

"Reckless, superficial."

Hearing Lu Yu's words, Leng Qingqiu replied blandly, "This Zhou Huchen seems to be merely a nominal CEO of Dongdao Group. The real decision-making power likely isn't in his hands!"

In her words, Leng Qingqiu's tone remained calm, carrying a sense of seriousness.

Though young, Leng Qingqiu had a high talent for business. Being the CEO of Victory Group for years gave her considerable insight. Hence, she pointed out the crux of the issue straightaway!

"Oh?"

Hearing Leng Qingqiu's words, Lu Yu smiled subtly, showing a teasing expression, and said plainly, "I'd like to hear more."

Now, Lu Yu also wanted to know Leng Qingqiu's view on the matter.

"It's quite simple."

Upon hearing Lu Yu's words, Leng Qingqiu spoke calmly, "The CEO position is crucial for the group's decision-making, with every decision requiring careful thought to avoid mistakes. Zhou Huchen's behavior pattern just now was reckless, superficial, acting as if he wasn't thinking at all."

As she spoke, Leng Qingqiu's gaze shifted to Lu Yu before her, continuing, "Dongdao Group's rapid rise, though largely due to their abundant capital, cannot be achieved without strategic decision-making from the CEO!"

"Therefore, to me, Zhou Huchen is just a nominal CEO, and someone else is truly operating Dongdao Group," she concluded with a concise statement, observing Lu Yu as a playful look flashed in her beautiful eyes.

Leng Qingqiu was a cautious person and usually refrained from critiquing other group CEOs in public settings. Her remarks were meant to gauge Lu Yu's reaction!

Upon hearing this, Lu Yu nodded without speaking, his eyes revealing a hint of agreement.

Leng Qingqiu's view coincided with his own unusually well this time!

In Lu Yu's view, although Zhou Huchen was the nominal CEO of Dongdao Group, his reckless, arrogant behavior didn't align with the command and strategizing expected from a CEO!

Moreover, when he had Yunting investigate Dongdao Group earlier, within just two days, Yunting received blatant threats—a trick beyond what someone as naïve as Zhou Huchen could orchestrate!

Thus, Lu Yu believed that Zhou Huchen was merely a puppet; someone else must be truly running Dongdao Group!

And the person truly making decisions for Dongdao Group is the one who truly matters!

Finding this behind-the-scenes decision-maker would allow him to uncover the family backing Dongdao Group!

Amid this thought, a sharp glint flashed in Lu Yu's eyes, quickly noticed by Leng Qingqiu.

Seeing this glint, Leng Qingqiu's heart skipped a beat, and her expression turned complex.

From Lu Yu's earlier behavior, Leng Qingqiu concluded he was as cunning and deep-minded as some of the shrewdest foxes, with the earlier auction events being solid proof!

If Lu Yu's formidable skills and cold-blooded demeanor came from survival combat in confinement, then how did he acquire such chess-like thinking and quietly influential depth?

The more she pondered, the more curious Leng Qingqiu became, and her curiosity grew exponentially!

Now, in Leng Qingqiu's eyes, Lu Yu seemed like a fog. As soon as she grasped the slightest clue about him, countless questions arose!

These questions were like a vortex, drawing her closer to Lu Yu.

Perhaps Leng Qingqiu hadn't realized that her focus and thoughts had become deeply engrossed in the Lu Yu she wouldn't have glanced at in the past!

"Alright."

Suddenly, Lu Yu exhaled slowly, turning to Leng Qingqiu and saying, "Now that you've met the CEO of Dongdao Group and bought the antique, it's about time I took you home!"

By now, Lu Yu had determined his investigative direction. The next step was to pursue this path, eventually unearthing the family behind Dongdao Group!

It's all just a matter of time!

"Alright,"

hearing Lu Yu, Leng Qingqiu couldn't help but nod. Looking at Lu Yu, she smiled and then said, "Coincidentally, I'm a little tired tonight. So, please take me home."

So far, Leng Qingqiu's plans for the day had ended completely. She not only acquired the antique Leng Huai Xin wanted but also met Dongdao Group's leader and gained a deeper understanding of Lu Yu. So, she said no more.