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Chapter 477 Meeting the parents

Chapter 477 Meeting the parents
The atmosphere in the office fell into an eerie silence because of that groundbreaking suggestion.

For a fleeting moment, Zhang Qi's mind truly went blank.

But this shock lasted for less than a second.

He immediately realized that this had nothing to do with so-called feelings.

What Saeko Sonozaki values is his "talent" that he has demonstrated, which is capable of disrupting the Gaia memory production line.

This is similar to the reason she married the top-selling salesman, Kirihiko, in the original work.

She wasn't looking for a partner; she was acquiring an asset that would help her take control of the Sonozaki family.

"Ms. Sonozaki, if you just want me to serve the museum and want to promote me, wouldn't it be enough to give me more research authority?"

Zhang Qi's thoughts raced, but his face remained calm.

His words were brief and to the point, serving as both an inquiry and a probe.

"To access the memory, one must be a member of the Sonozaki family."

"Do you think I just want you to be content with tinkering on the production line? Your talents shouldn't be limited to that kind of work."

Saeko Sonozaki smiled, turned around, and opened the drawer.

What was taken out was not documents or jewelry, but a Gaia Memory that shone with a brilliant gold color.

That gold was completely different from the memory modules circulating in the market; it was deeper and purer, as if it had been forged from the core of a molten sun.

The surface of the memory chip is shimmering with a visible aura of data, and the amount of data and the purity of energy contained within it are far beyond what mass-produced products can match.

This is a high-level memory unique to the core members of the Sonozaki family...

"Only members of the Sonozaki family can possess and use it."

"It can give you far more than you can imagine."

Do you still think marriage is unnecessary?

Saeko Sonozaki toyed with the golden memory device, her gaze returning to Zhang Qi.

Naked temptation is also naked transaction...

"So, what's the price?"

Zhang Qi's interest was completely piqued.

Sonozaki Saeko walked back to him step by step, pressing the cool, golden memory against his chest. Her red lips approached his ear again, this time, her voice no longer carrying seduction, but an undeniable declaration.

"It's very simple: give me your talents, your loyalty, your future... everything you have."

"Then... it's a pleasure to work with you."

……

And so, a contract in the name of marriage was quietly concluded.

A few days later, as night fell, Zhang Qi sat in a black luxury car and drove into a heavily guarded manor on the outskirts of Fengdu.

The Sonozaki family mansion is more of a fortress than a home.

The classical European architectural style, under the dim lighting, exudes a Gothic chill.

The dining room for the family banquet was luxurious and spacious, with exquisite silver tableware set on the long table, each piece reflecting the cool light of the crystal chandelier.

An old man sat in the main seat.

He was dressed in an elegant formal suit, his hair was gray, and his face was thin, but his eyes were like unfathomable ancient wells, and the occasional glint of light in them sent chills down one's spine.

He is the patriarch of the Sonozaki family, the embodiment of fear, Sonozaki Ryubei.

Just sitting there, the aura he exuded made the entire space feel heavy and viscous.

On the other side of the table sat a young girl who seemed out of place in the atmosphere.

She has beautiful curly hair and a sweet face. She is the popular idol in Fuuto, the youngest daughter of the Sonozaki family, Sonozaki Wakana.

At this moment, she was idly poking at the food on her plate with her fork, occasionally glancing up and scrutinizing Zhang Qi with a curious and critical look.

Beside Zhang Qi was, of course, his nominal future wife, Sonosaki Saeko.

In front of her father, she restrained her usual assertiveness and sharpness, and sat with a dignified posture.

"Zhang Qijun." Sonozaki Ryubei spoke first. His voice wasn't loud, but it had a strange penetrating power that made one's eardrums ring slightly.

"Saeko has told me about your recent performance."

Your talent is truly commendable.

"As long as you are willing to serve the Sonozaki family, I can promise you that you will gain a status and wealth far beyond what a researcher could ever imagine..."

His words were full of the favors and promises of a superior, as if he were waiting for Zhang Qi to accept them with tears of gratitude.

However, before he could finish speaking, Saeko Sonozaki beside him suddenly chuckled, interrupting him.
"Father, there's no need to test him anymore."

Zhang Qi, he's already prepared for this.

"Oh?"

Sonozaki Ryubei finally looked away from her plate and stared straight at Zhang Qi.

In that instant, Zhang Qi felt as if he were being stared at by some kind of prehistoric behemoth.

"Are you prepared to step into hell, young man?"

The moment the words left her lips, a flash of crimson light appeared in Sonozaki Ryubei's eyes.

An invisible, chilling wave suddenly spread out from him!
It was not a physical attack, but a pure "fear" that struck deep into the soul.

The air seemed to have been sucked out, the light became distorted, and the crisp sound of tableware clattering was infinitely prolonged, turning into a piercing noise.

Everything around them hinted at despair and death.

Affected by this force, Saeko Sonozaki's face turned deathly pale instantly, her breathing became rapid, her hands holding the knife and fork trembled uncontrollably, and her eyes revealed an instinctive and undisguised fear.

So... this is the power of fear memories...

However, Zhang Qi, who was at the center of this storm of fear, remained unmoved.

He clearly felt the negative energy trying to erode his will, but because of his unique nature, this attack on the mental realm was ineffective.

This also confirms his previous guess.

When a person uses a certain Gaia memory for a long time and at a high intensity, their soul and body will be deeply influenced by its power.

Ultimately, the goal is to be able to use a portion of the memory's power even without transforming into a dopant.

Seeing Zhang Qi's reaction, Sonozaki Ryubei's face showed obvious surprise for the first time.

His terrifying spiritual energy, capable of driving even the most battle-hardened warriors to the brink of madness, vanished before this young man like a stone thrown into the sea.

It seems that his daughter has brought him an unexpected surprise.

Zhang Qi calmly put down his knife and fork, picked up a napkin, and slowly wiped the corner of his mouth.

Then, he raised his head and calmly met Sonozaki Ryubei's deep eyes.

"Just as Ms. Saeko said,"

"I won't give up just because of this level of threat."

Father.

He pronounced the last three words with exceptional clarity.

"Haha...hahahaha!"

Upon hearing this title, Sonozaki Ryubei was taken aback for a moment, then burst into a hearty laugh.

The laughter dispelled the chill in the room, but brought an even deeper sense of oppression.

"Interesting! What an interesting young man!"

He stood up with a smile, casually tossing his napkin onto the table.