Chapter 28: Looks Are Justice
When Lin Haoran heard that, he couldn't help but chuckle.
"So, if I understand you correctly, does that mean I have to buy you a brand-new pair of shoes to atone for my crime? Tell me—what kind would you like?"
He secretly marveled to himself. He had never expected that the first future superstar he would meet after coming to this world would be none other than the lively, adorable, and breathtakingly beautiful Guan Jiahui.
A sly smile curled onto Guan Jiahui's lips as she replied playfully,
"Since you're being so sincere... then buy me a pair of Roger Vivier shoes. But I wasn't talking about the pair I'm wearing now."
She deliberately left the sentence hanging, her mischievous eyes revealing both her longing for luxury shoes and the innocence that still remained beneath it.
Watching her, Lin Haoran found himself thinking that this future superstar was not only stunningly beautiful, but also had an incredibly charming personality.
"Of course. It's only a pair of Roger Viviers. I'll buy them for you," Lin Haoran replied with an easy smile, confidence evident in his eyes.
"Oh, come on—you aren't just saying that, are you? Roger Vivier shoes are really expensive," Guan Jiahui said skeptically. She had only been joking.
"Do you know who my father is?" Lin Haoran said with a grin as he pointed toward the crowd.
"See that gentleman with the white hair over there? That's my father—the chairman of Wan'an Group. You've probably heard of him."
"So you're Young Master Lin from the Lin family. No wonder you carry yourself so differently." She hesitated before asking softly,
"You... really intend to buy me a pair of Roger Vivier shoes?"
There was uncertainty in her voice, but her sparkling eyes betrayed her excitement.
She understood that at a formal occasion like this, no one would casually lie about their family background. Status and identity weren't things people joked about.
Although Guan Jiahui's family wasn't among Hong Kong's wealthiest, her father, Guan Shan, was a well-known actor. His successful career provided their family with a comfortable lifestyle and respectable social standing.
Because she often accompanied her father to various social functions, she had developed a refined eye for luxury brands.
She was quite familiar with prestigious labels like Roger Vivier.
Like many girls her age, the seventeen-year-old Guan Jiahui naturally admired beautiful things.
Luxury brands represented elegance, fashion, and quality—things that any young girl with dreams might yearn for.
Lin Haoran smiled faintly.
"I, Lin Haoran, always keep my word. A pair of Roger Vivier shoes only costs a few thousand Hong Kong dollars. To me, that's hardly worth mentioning."
His casual tone and carefree demeanor perfectly embodied the effortless confidence of a wealthy young heir—like a playboy who wandered through life without worries.
"Then... how am I supposed to contact you?" Guan Jiahui asked softly after glancing around to make sure no one was paying attention.
There was both nervousness and anticipation in her voice.
Lin Haoran smiled and handed her a business card.
"This is my contact information. It has my pager number on it. Whenever you're free, just page me. As long as I see the message, I'll reply as soon as I can."
Looking at the girl before him, Lin Haoran couldn't help but feel pleased.
She had not yet entered the entertainment industry. She was still untouched by its complexities, retaining a rare innocence and purity.
Seeing her like this made him want to protect and cherish her.
Since I've traveled back to this era and met Guan Jiahui at this age... if I don't pursue her, wouldn't that be a complete waste?
With his current status, wealth, appearance, and confidence, Lin Haoran believed winning Guan Jiahui's affection wouldn't be particularly difficult.
Seventeen years old.
Young, vibrant, and as fresh as spring.
That description suited the girl before him perfectly.
Taking the business card, Guan Jiahui's eyes flashed with surprise and shyness.
She quickly slipped it into her pocket with great care, afraid someone might notice.
Only after doing so did she let out a quiet sigh of relief, the tension leaving her face as a relieved smile appeared.
Her first impression of the handsome young man before her had been overwhelmingly positive.
Perhaps this was exactly what people meant by "looks are justice."
At the age when first love quietly blossomed, Lin Haoran's exceptional appearance had struck a chord deep within her heart.
What attracted her even more was that he wasn't just handsome—he also came from one of Hong Kong's most influential wealthy families.
To a girl her age, those qualities were irresistibly appealing.
She couldn't help imagining all the possibilities between them, hoping they would have more opportunities to meet, and even secretly wondering how she could grow closer to him.
Of course, Guan Jiahui also knew these thoughts were somewhat shallow and impulsive.
But she simply couldn't resist the attraction she felt.
So she decided to take the first brave step and try getting closer to the young man who had captured her heart.
The two of them remained seated together, chatting casually while cracking sunflower seeds.
Through their conversation, Lin Haoran learned that Guan Shan, Guan Jiahui's father, was one of the actors in the film being celebrated tonight—and one of the few well-known Hong Kong actors involved in the production.
Following the direction of Guan Jiahui's finger, Lin Haoran finally identified Guan Shan.
At that very moment, Guan Shan was chatting happily with Lin Wan'an and several other businessmen, completely unaware that his daughter was enjoying such a pleasant conversation with the handsome young man nearby—
—or that she was, little by little, about to be "stolen away."
Before long, the banquet was about to begin.
Afraid that her father might notice her chatting so intimately with a stranger, Guan Jiahui hurriedly stood up to leave.
"I'll contact you as soon as I can," she said expectantly before leaving.
"Remember to keep your pager on. Wait for my message, okay?"
"Of course," Lin Haoran replied with a gentle smile.
"Don't worry."
He knew he had already left an unforgettable impression in her heart.
After Guan Jiahui returned to her father's side, Lin Haoran naturally made his way back to Lin Wan'an.
To him, this so-called celebration banquet felt less like a film victory party and more like a carefully orchestrated business networking event.
Aside from a handful of recognizable actors such as Guan Shan, the rest of the cast attracted very little attention.
Most of them simply seemed to be there to fill seats and lend some atmosphere before quietly fading into the background.
Throughout the banquet, Lin Wan'an's business associates repeatedly raised their glasses in his honor.
Each time, however, Lin Haoran tactfully stepped in.
Using concern for his father's health as his reason, he politely declined the drinks on Lin Wan'an's behalf.
His words were sincere yet firm, expressing genuine concern while preserving everyone's dignity and maintaining the pleasant atmosphere.
Given the Lin family's reputation and standing, no one dared take offense.
Naturally, there were no awkward remarks like, "If you don't drink, you're disrespecting us."
The banquet remained harmonious and cordial throughout.
On the drive home, Lin Wan'an looked at his son with unmistakable satisfaction.
"Haoran, you've really grown up. If this had been a few years ago, I don't think you could've handled a situation like tonight so gracefully."
"That's all thanks to your guidance, Dad," Lin Haoran replied with a smile filled with respect.
The Rolls-Royce glided smoothly through the night.
The atmosphere inside the car was warm and comfortable as time quietly slipped by.
At around 9:30 p.m., the car finally rolled into the parking space in front of the Lin family villa.
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