42 Hottest Bachelor

[ Chapter 42 ]

Monday evening, the first day of the international business conference officially ended. Inevitably, Julian Long was the most memorable highlight of the day. His presence was exceptionally dazzling and his professional expertise earned him quite high prestige in the world business society.

Through the business delegates and media, Julian Long's name was starting to spread across the business society as an outstanding linguist and as a very promising businessperson. His accomplishment in arousing business interests in the conference he presented was remarkable to say the least.

His brilliant performance could be seen by his success rate in sealing nearly eighty percent of Huaxian total target deals in his first presentation. This made Hauxian government be one of the most beneficiaries, along with Long Corporate-Group that closed their stocks by twenty points rise in the end of that day.

That same night, news exploded that the heir of Long Household, Julian Long was both an official interpreter and an official Huaxian representative for the international business conference. Because of the magnitude of this prestigious conference, the news circulated quickly and spread across the entire world business society.

Needless to say, different from world business society, to Huaxian as a whole, especially those from high society, everyone was utterly surprised by the news of Julian Long. Because depend on how he would be performing through the entire conference, it foretold many things that could influence future power balance.

One had to know that every move of Long Household could stir and influence many things. Previously, everyone used to believe that Long Corporate-Group was an heirless entity, no matter how prominent it was, high was the chance that it could only decline without a future capable head.

Everyone acknowledged that as capable and accomplished as Florencia Long was, at most she could only lead Long Corporate-Group to the previous peak before its downfall, as she's still nowhere near the legendary Sir Alexander Long and the proven business genius Davien Long.

For those who waited for Long Household to decline, they had their schemes planned. But now was different, the news that the rumoured dead heir of Long household was still alive had caught them completely off guard. Moreover, being alive was one thing but being capable was another.

Many felt uneasy and alarmed. Because if Julian Long was proven to be as intelligent and dangerous as his father and grandfather were, considering how vindictive Long Household was, their peaceful life and ambitious schemes would come to an end.

Watching and reading various news about international conference, many were re-evaluating Julian Long's influence and capability. People's reaction was divided, whilst there were those who rejoiced with the news, those malicious people could only sigh and replan their plan. They regretted their failure in assassinating Julian Long those years ago.

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The next morning. Six o'clock within the highest floor of Almandine Hotel, the grand room was already filled with extremely busy activities as everyone was meticulously preparing for the second day of the international conference. All of them looked sharp and full of spirit despite their lack of sleep that looked apparent.

Among them, a young woman in a professional-looking blue business outfit could be seen pacing around whilst giving different instructions to the people. Known as Chairwoman Qin's PA, Jacqueline Han could be regarded as Cassandra's right hand when it comes to management.

"Jacqueline, come here and take a look at this." A middle-aged woman wearing a white cardigan sweater glued her eyes on the computer screen as she talked to Jacqueline. "We received a very high review on the latest issue of Investir." Investir was a France famous magazine, one of the world's most comprehensive magazines when it comes to the latest business topics.

Standing beside the middle-aged woman, Jacqueline slightly bent her back to have a better look on what the former was talking about. Through the screen, Jacqueline could see the translated article regarding IBC that she found interesting. Aside from business, the magazine highlighted the conference official and Almandine International in a very positive light.

However, as she kept looking through, her obsidian eyes couldn't help but lit up when she caught the sight of a familiar man. On the screen, the latest cover of Investir was revealed and Jacqueline saw the image of an attractive man in a Corneliani suit with a bold headline; the leading man in front of the inexorable rise of Imperial Stock Exchange.

Naturally, being as close as Jacqueline was to Cassandra, Jacqueline discovered who this man was to the latter. When she came to know about him, to say she's shocked was understatement, for she's completely flabbergasted. Because she knew the latter quite well. Under a normal circumstance, she wouldn't believe it if she's told about it by someone else.

Even until now, Jacqueline still found it hard to believe. For the shocking fact that this man was the mysterious man behind her Chairwoman's daily flowers. This was Julian effin Long she's talking about. He's the current most sought man in all social media and the man whose every information was thristed by women.

Julian Long, Imperial hottest bachelor.

Almost every single woman in Huaxia have hots for him, for he had everything women craved in men. Crowned as ideal man; young, attractive, intelligent, wealthy, noble, not to mention that sinful smile that could make any woman's panties fall with moistness. Provocatively sensual. What's more, Julian was clean without any stain in his name, at least that's how he's portrayed.

Even for Jacqueline, who had no time for such things and indifferent toward the opposite sex. She found Julian Long intensely desirable, she's young and single after all. Thinking about it, Jacqueline could only sigh and shake her head. Though she's always been a confident woman, there's no way she could compete with an absolute beauty such as her Chairwoman.

Though Jacqueline had never been a busybody, she couldn't resist but thinking to herself; so Julian Long was into a much older, mature woman. What juicy and spicy gossip. Personally, she didn't find it unbelievable though, yes her Chairwoman was a mature single mother, but she still looked extremely desirable.

Jacqueline herself idolised Cassandra Qin, as she had followed the news about the latter since she's still in highschool. For business and career oriented women, it's without a shadow of doubt that Cassandra was an absolute, universal role-model. Where the young Cassandra Qin was gorgeous, the mature Cassandra Qin was magnificent.

Crowned as the sexiest male alive Julian Long and the renowned charismatic lady Cassandra Qin. What a hot match, Jacqueline thought. She believed that she would get easy millions if she were to sell this discovery to the thirsty media. Countless hearts would be broken if that's the case. That's very unlikely though, as she wasn't that kind of person.

"Jacqueline." The middle-aged woman beside her called her name, pulling her back from her juicy reverie. "Jacqueline, instead of staring at it, it's still a lot better to see him in person. He's very impressive, isn't he?" The woman smiled a knowing smile as she teased Jacqueline who looked lost whilst staring at the man in the cover.

The woman couldn't be blamed for being amused though. Because one had to know that it's almost not possible to capture Jacqueline in such a daze, as the letter was known for always looking serious and collected. As a married woman, she still found it hard to resist Julian Long's charm, she believed that his charm was even more lethal to single women.

Catching her inner lip between her teeth, Jacqueline fought the flush that's threatening to creep in her face. She wanted to deny it but, "Yes, he is." Jacqueline mumbled low, Julian Long was irresistible and undeniable. At least, any healthy woman would find him attractive, as the very definition of sensual and charming male specimen.

Jacqueline sighed and collected herself, "Mrs. Wang, could you please browse through many credible business magazines and make the selected copy of them? Review their points about the conference officials and especially us. It's better if it could be sorted by compliments and critics. Ms. Qin asked me to present it by the end of today."

Mrs. Wang mused for a second, dragging the mouse in her hand, eyes roaming through what she's browsed she responded, "How about this, I would sort by their fame and include my insight. I would also ask Pevita to browse through the posted opinions from the selected business delegates and official media. What do you think?"

"That's excellent." Jacqueline responded. Then, Jacqueline continued her business by pacing and talking around to make sure that everything was well-prepared. It's only when the clock pointed at 7 o'clock did she finally finish her business there and was about to come down to the conference Venue.

With a tablet and folders gathered in her hand, Jacqueline headed toward the Venue walking straight with her proportional figure, inhaling as she prepared herself for another super busy day. However, just when she's about to reach the elevator, her stride came to a complete halt when she caught what's behind the sliding door of the elevator.

The elevator opened and an impressive glimpse of a tall, striking man instantly hit her with a jolt of pure feminine awareness as he stepped out with a trail of businessmen behind him. Shoulders a mile wide, pitch-black hair, crisp designer suit, snowy white shirt, and a stride to eat up the universe.

Jacqueline was silent in her spot, watching him as he's taking the folder that one of the other men extended and, after issuing some sort of command that sent his followers dispersing out with bullet speed, he charged forward. With the corner of his lips curled up as he shot a glance at her, he passed her with the simmering force of a hurricane and disappeared behind her, leaving her dizzy and frantically absorbing her last sight of the dark hair, broad back, and the HOTTEST MALE ASS she's ever seen walking in Imperial.

For a second Jacqueline felt like the world moved faster, that somehow thirty seconds were all crammed into the space of one, the one where the man went past her. Like a lightning bolt. A lingering of his mild and pleasant cologne filled her nostrils making her hard to keep her mind at bay. A slight blush involuntary spread across her oval face, for what an improper thought she had in her mind just now.

"Jacqueline." Just when Jacqueline relished the lingering sight of his magnetic glance, a familiar crisp and pleasant voice sounded, catching her off guard. She screamed inwardly since when did she become this pervert?! Composing herself, she looked at the gorgeous form that just came out from another elevator. "You alright?"

In front of Jacqueline, Cassandra who's wearing a grey pinstripe jacket suit with a matching brown knee-length skirt had a weird look in her attractive face, as Cassandra was greeted by her blushing assistant just right when she stepped out of the elevator. It's very rare to see Jacqueline in such a look that's why she's quite surprised.

Observant and quick-witted Cassandra always was. Not long after she finished asking, Cassandra caught a disappearing back from the corner of her eyes and she instantly came to an understanding. Young and healthy eh? Cassandra mused, knowing that her always serious and career oriented assistant was capable of displaying such a look. How cute.

Though of course, although Cassandra was amused on the inside catching her assistant red-handed, Cassandra showed no changing expression as she didn't want to embarrass Jacqueline. She understood that all blame was on that man. Seriously, Julian should be charged for being that hot.

Fortunately for Julian, he wasn't Cassandra's employee or he would have long been fired by her. Even Cassandra couldn't help but admit that his presence was very distracting and disturbing, lethally bad for any healthy woman. It's not like he dressed sexily or deliberately seducing women though, it's just his innate allure.

Personally, Cassandra felt quite bad for Julian's future wife, that poor woman has to hold herself from breaking by intense jealousy for having such, how to put it, kind of slutty husband.

"No-nothing." Jacqueline wanted to keep her dignity intact but her low stammering voice betrayed her. By now, She badly wished to run and disappear right away for displaying her embarrassing side. But she's not that kind of woman so she regained her self-possession in a single breath. She then greeted, "Morning Ms. Qin."

Cassandra nodded as she painted a smile on her face. "Hellen and Lance are already in the Venue, help them and wait for me there. This morning, there are six VVIP groups as you already know. I want you to personally greet them if I haven't come down yet by the time they arrive."

Jacqueline immediately acknowledged and they parted their ways. Watching Jacqueline who strode fast into the elevator as if she wanted to just run, Cassandra pursed her lips and smiled softly. It's quite refreshing to see an awkward Jacqueline just now, as it reminded Cassandra of her younger self.

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The sun soon shone bright above the sky, and many hours later, the crescent moon found its way hanging on the starless sky. Another busy day for Cassandra had just passed yet again and now Cassandra found herself alone as she reclined her tired back on her plushly comfortable office chair.

"Alexa." Cassandra raised her voice a few decibels to call her A.I assistant as she needed some relaxation. "Tell Amanda to make me a coffee and play some classical music." Alexa confirmed with her robotic voice and soon after, a classical music by a renowned composer was playing in the background.

Right now in front of Cassandra, disordered documents could be seen scattered across her L-shaped Rosewood desk whilst her cup of coffee was already empty. Listening to the relaxing melody, Cassandra closed her eyes and massaged the space between her well-maintained brows.

Cassandra felt mentally exhausted and physically drained, but at the same time she felt exceedingly satisfied, the kind of satisfaction that came from accomplishing her objectives. Her months of bitter works have sweetly paid off. For someone as workaholic as her, it's something intoxicating.

Anyway, it seemed that tomorrow she needed to make an appointment for a short session with her personal masseuse. She badly needed to pamper herself sometimes.

"Let's see what's there for me to read." Cassandra murmured to herself. Wanting to surf through her social media, she reached out her hand to take her black tablet. Being a businesswoman, she's required to keep up with the current top economic and social trends.

Formerly, Cassandra was known as a top debutante and socialite in her youth, hence it wasn't surprising that currently she had thirty millions followers on her Weibo alone. That number was very impressive considering that her current account was more of a business account than a private account.

The mature her didn't like sharing her private life, thus the current her was more of a silent reader. For her, aside from business purposes and for looking at interesting stuff like fluffy fat cats images, social media was the place where she could reach her small circle of friends and her loved ones.

Cassandra kept surfing through her scrolling finger. However, unexpectedly, the more she browsed the more she found herself frowning. Because most of what she found was Julian Long here and there. His countless photos were all over her timeline.

From all of Julian Long's available information to the ridiculous gossip that she frowned upon reading. The whole of Huaxia was stormed by the news of him in just a single night. At the moment, not even the most famous actor could hold a candle to his storming fame.

Personally, Cassandra found it's too much that people were this crazy about Julian Long. She acknowledged that he's attractive yes, intelligent and from the noblest family. It's easy for women to fall for him. But still, it's an exaggeration to be this fanatic.

Julian Long's Weibo verified account that's created just a month ago for instance, it's already garnered over twenty millions followers despite it having only a single post. It showed how private person he was, yet despite the very little information about him, it couldn't stop women from thirsting him.

AdeliaQiao: @JulianLong I wish I had never laid my eyes on you. I now couldn't stop myself from always changing my (panties emoticon) each time I wake up from my sleep. Could you please stop undoing me in my dream? (sighing emoticon)

FrancescaYun: (Attaching Julian Long's photo where he's captured drinking) How could a single photo of him managed to get me wet I've no idea, but damn those lips are sure so sinful. I wish I were that juice so @JulianLong could just drink me (blushing emoticon)

ShashaZhu: @JulianLong could you please answer me? Don't get me wrong okay, it's just for scientific purposes. Why are you surnamed "Long"? Is it because your (banana emoticon) is "Long"? (blushing emoticon)

BiancaLin: I hear that the future madam Long position is still available? @JulianLong could you please tell me where and how to apply? I promise you wouldn't be disappointed. I definitely could cook, massage you and warm your bed (blushing emoticon)

WOW.

"Julian you're a real gem, aren't you?" Cassandra scoffed, hissing and rolling her eyes as she shut her tablet off out of irritation.

Unbelievable. Cassandra regretted for reading such unseemly and improper words from those unsophisticated women, as she felt somewhat riled and embarrassed as a fellow female. Chewing her bottom lip, she wondered what kind of black magic Julian cast to enchant all of those women.