The Farming Livestreamer: I Don't Want to Inherit Billions!-Chapter 290: Zhai Li’s Quirky Confidence

"This venue looks quite grand."

The old man dressed up more formally today, with a pair of reading glasses hanging on his chest, hands clasped behind him, his eyelids seemingly half-closed, but below them were a pair of very shrewd eyes.

Chai Xi followed behind him, seemingly unfazed by his comments.

"Excuse me, are you Director Chai from the International Agricultural Research Institute?"

At this moment, Dean Qian’s assistant came running up in a hurry. All the contacts they had were with Chai Xi, so he knew they would arrive at this time and had been waiting here early.

"Hello, I am Chai Xi, and this is our institute’s director, Director Liao."

"Director Liao! Hello, I am Xiao Meng, the assistant to Dean Qian of the Huaxia Agricultural Science Institute. The dean and others are in a meeting... Dean!"

Halfway through the introduction, he saw Dean Qian and others walking towards them at a brisk pace.

Xiao Meng quickly introduced the two of them again.

"Sorry, the meeting just ended, sorry to keep you waiting."

The International Agricultural Research Institute is the pinnacle of the agriculture sector. They wrapped up the meeting quickly to make it in time for this welcome.

"I am the main initiator of this Autumn Expo, the dean of the Agricultural Research Institute. You can just call me Xiao Qian."

"Dean Qian, please, I am Liao Qingxiang, the director of the International Agricultural Research Institute. It’s an honor to be invited to this Autumn Expo."

"We warmly welcome your arrival!"

Everyone was quite excited, as this was the first appearance of the International Agricultural Research Institute at the Autumn Expo.

It instantly elevated the entire expo.

"Dean Qian, Director Liao, let’s go in; the final judging session is about to start."

Assistant Xiao Meng glanced at the time; the dean and others were too excited to keep track of time, so he had to keep them on schedule.

Or else the whole venue would have to wait for them.

"Look at me, please come inside, Director Liao, we can talk as we walk."

"Sure."

"Director Liao, hello, I am the president of Sanmu Group, you can call me Xiao Yang. It’s an honor to meet you!"

"President Yang, you’re too modest."

"It was a complete surprise that Director Liao would attend this Autumn Expo!"

"After the previous expert meeting ended, I hadn’t returned yet, so I thought I’d participate."

"Director Liao, I heard that your institute has added a newcomer, and they’re from Imperial City University!"

Someone walking behind suddenly asked.

The old man was slightly stunned; how did this news get out?

He clearly hadn’t announced it yet.

"What kind of question is that? Director Liao, don’t mind them, being so gossipy at their age."

"I was just proud of our Huaxia! Youngsters these days are promising!"

"Dean Qian, there’s no need to get upset. A very young newcomer has indeed joined the institute, but the specifics need to be kept confidential, otherwise, there won’t be any mystery!"

The old man replied with a smile; people at their institute generally preferred freedom, and most liked to keep a low profile, except for a few who liked to be high-profile. Names known outside, the rest are indifferent about fame.

But in others’ ears, his words became an admission.

Even Dean Qian was a bit surprised; does this mean Zhai Li is indeed joining the International Agricultural Research Institute?

How should they judge today’s final competition then?

He suddenly felt a bit heavy in his heart, but the next moment he returned to his senses, regardless of whether it’s true, he decided to act according to the real situation.

He wants to be responsible for every participant.

The old man was still puzzled, he hadn’t mentioned it to anyone. As far as he knew, only the four of them knew; he turned to look at Chai Xi.

Chai Xi shook his head; he hadn’t said anything.

The old man pursed his lips, could it be Xiao Mo?

But she didn’t seem like a gossipy person either!

A large group of people majestically went inside through the main entrance of the venue, causing quite a stir. Quite a few media friends were present on the scene, some naturally recognizing Dean Qian and others leading them.

Seeing a group of people crowding around a little old man walking in, they all had speculations, all cameras focused on them.

In any case, the scene was bustling with activity at the moment.

On the other side of the square, Su Mo slowly got off the bus, seeing the lively scene at the venue entrance.

Wasn’t that her director being swarmed forward?

Never thought this old man quite liked being in the spotlight.

Inside the venue, Yin Zhengzheng and Zhai Li were together, hearing the commotion they brought the live stream over.

"Everyone, look, the director of the International Agricultural Research Institute is here! Wow, all big shots!"

She pointed the camera towards the entrance, and at this moment, the little old man looked their way.

"Lili, are they looking at you?"

Yin Zhengzheng sharply nudged Zhai Li’s shoulder.

Zhai Li looked over, and indeed it seemed like they were looking at her. She looked around, but those beside her didn’t seem related at all, she suddenly felt a bit flattered, could it really be as they said?

Was the director of the International Agricultural Research Institute here for her?

Yin Zhengzheng’s live stream was also abuzz.

[Zhengzheng, look back too!]

[Miss Lili, could you introduce Zhengzheng to them?]

[I’ve heard Zhengzheng talking about this International Agricultural Research Institute all the time!]

...

"Hehe, if I really can join the International Agricultural Research Institute, the first thing I’ll do is give Zhengzheng an internal recommendation!"

Though the camera was facing forward, they could all hear her speaking.

"Alright, we’re now heading to the main venue as the final judging session is about to start."

Yin Zhengzheng saw them walk into the backstage lounge, switched the camera back to herself, and she and Zhai Li turned around, only to bump into Chi Youyou and Shen Xiaomi.

Yin Zhengzheng felt a bit smug, glad she adjusted the camera earlier, otherwise, wouldn’t her live stream fans be swooning over another woman again?

Hehe, such problems, she would nip them in the bud, naturally, minimizing her appearances whenever possible!

Zhai Li was also a bit surprised, not expecting Chi Youyou to be right behind her. Remembering her smile from before, she felt a bit creeped out.

She took a deep breath, adjusted her emotions, and snorted lightly.

Just wait a little longer, and Chi Youyou’s life would be as good as over!

Neither of them greeted her, behaving as if they didn’t see her, chatting and laughing as they walked past with the live stream.

Shen Xiaomi felt like laughing, "Does Zhai Li really think your director came for her?"

Chi Youyou shrugged, "I don’t know where this rumor came from, and she believes it."

Just as the two were discussing, they suddenly saw Zhai Li and Yin Zhengzheng, who had just walked away, coming back again.