The Tyrant Billionaire-Chapter 669 Yacht

Andy nodded in agreement. "Exactly. Penang has plans for that. The city will expand, with new wide roads and increased urban density. Penang’s population is growing, and we anticipate more in the future. Part of the plan involves creating commercial center districts."

By the late afternoon, though Andy thoroughly enjoyed spending time with this cheerful young woman, he remained a gentleman and escorted her home.

When Haji Maryam returned home, she was startled to see everyone gathered—her parents, two elder brothers and their wives, her younger brother, two younger sisters, and even her eldest sister and brother-in-law.

The moment she stepped into the living room, all eyes were on her.

"What are you all doing?" Haji Maryam asked timidly.

Her eldest sister stepped forward, took her hand, and asked, "Second Sister, how was your day with Mr. Andy?"

"It was nice," she replied.

"Where did you go?" her sister continued.

"We visited some mosques, temples, and a few other places. We ate Penang prawn noodles and Teochew cendol—I even treated him. In the afternoon, we strolled around the commercial street and chatted."

"What did you talk about?" her father, Haji Omar, asked kindly.

"Nothing much. We talked about how there are more goods available now and about Penang’s future development. Mr. Andy mentioned that Governor Hardy has unified plans for Penang, including city expansion, different functional zones, and the construction of a true commercial street."

Haji Omar’s heart skipped a beat.

This was critical information. If they could get advance notice about the city’s development plans, secure some contracts, or position themselves strategically, the Haji family could reap substantial benefits.

This thought also crossed her eldest brother’s mind. "Second Sister, did Mr. Andy mention where the roads would be built or where the commercial street would go? The Haji family owns some land nearby. If it falls within the plan, its value could skyrocket."

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"We didn’t discuss anything that specific," Haji Maryam replied.

"Second Sister, has Mr. Andy arranged to meet you again?" her second brother asked.

Haji Maryam shook her head. "No. He’s so busy with important matters. Today was probably just about observing Penang for future planning."

Hearing this, the Haji family members felt a slight tinge of disappointment.

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Haji Omar looked at his second daughter and said, "Maryam, if you get the chance, try to maintain contact with Mr. Andy. Becoming friends with someone like him is always beneficial. Sometimes, such connections can be life-saving. If our family faces trouble in the future, a single word from him could solve big problems."

Being a smart young woman, Haji Maryam understood her father’s meaning. "Dad, he’s a big-shot figure. It’s already fortunate that we met once."

Haji Omar nodded. Even he knew the gap between their statuses. "No pressure. Just something to consider. Alright, let’s get ready for dinner."

Andy returned to Governor Hardy’s mansion.

While walking outside, Hardy teased, "You seem to enjoy spending time with that little girl. Haven’t you thought about having another relationship?"

Andy was momentarily taken aback.

"Having a relationship isn’t that simple. It’s a product of love, and you have to love your partner for a lifetime," Andy replied.

Hardy’s lips curled into a knowing smile.

In the past, whenever they talked about this topic, Andy’s answers were firm and dismissive. This time, however, his response was ambiguous.

What did this mean? It meant that Andy’s feelings had begun to change.

A solid wall might crumble with just one brick removed.

"How was your outing today?" Hardy asked casually.

"Quite nice. I saw some historical sites, tried some local delicacies—they were delicious—and explored other areas."

"Going out again tomorrow?"

"Oh, we’ll see."

"When do you plan to return to the U.S.?" Hardy asked suddenly.

"Back to the U.S.? Why, is something up?" Andy asked. Originally, he could leave anytime, but now he felt reluctant.

"Nothing. Just curious," Hardy replied.

Whew! Andy silently exhaled in relief.

"Penang is great. I love the scenery here. I haven’t had a proper break in years. As a capitalist, don’t you think you should give me a few more days off?" Andy joked.

Hardy raised his hands. "I’m not rushing you. Stay as long as you want."

Though Hardy wasn’t pressuring him, Andy knew he couldn’t linger in Penang indefinitely. If he had plans, he needed to act quickly.

"Is your yacht here in Penang?"

"It is. Why?"

"Can I borrow it for a while?" Andy asked.

Previously, Andy had joked about using Hardy’s yacht to woo someone. Now, that statement was becoming reality.

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The Next Day

Andy invited Haji Maryam out again.

When the Haji family learned that the CEO Andy had invited their daughter out once more, they were overjoyed. Regardless of whether their relationship would develop into something romantic, just becoming friends with him was enough to delight the family.

Penang wasn’t a big place.

In fact, they had already seen most of it the previous day. But sometimes, being together wasn’t about the scenery; it was about the mood.

Haji Maryam was gentle and graceful, handling everything with poise. Andy greatly admired this quality, but what attracted him the most was her personality—always sunny and cheerful.

She was like a little sun, radiating warmth and light.

When Andy was with her, the wounds and dark emotions he carried from his past heartbreak in love seemed to melt away bit by bit.

A joyful person could heal a sorrowful heart.

The more time Andy spent with Haji Maryam, the more he enjoyed her company.

The Third Day

Andy invited Haji Maryam for a trip out to sea. On Hardy’s luxurious yacht, Haji Maryam explored every corner, exclaiming in amazement, "This yacht caused a huge sensation the moment it docked in Penang’s port. So many people were talking about it."

"Everyone knows it’s Governor Hardy’s yacht. My friends even said they’d love to just step onboard and see how extravagant it must be. And now, here I am! Wow, the decor is stunning. This must have cost a fortune, right?"

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