Although many of the young masters and misses were itching to have Su Chen killed, they had to restrain themselves due to the occasion.
Moreover, even if they were to cause trouble, on what grounds would they do it? Would they really expose their own shaful deeds?
Even Situ Jiao wanted to rush out, but she was pulled back by Situ Lei.
When Su Chen and Lin Ruoxue entered, they also drew the attention of the elderly from the Five Great Families, who were chatting together.
Despite their age, they all looked well-maintained, their faces glowing with health and vitality...
"Who are these two kids? I haven't seen them before," said one of the elders.
"I haven't seen them either, but it's rare to see such a well-matched young couple. They're quite a sight for sore eyes!" another elder chuckled.
The other elders nodded in agreent.
Indeed, a young couple like them was like a pair of jewels, dazzling to behold!
However, a sharp gleam flashed through the smiling eyes of one of these elders upon seeing the two of them.
......
Su Chen and Lin Ruoxue seed oblivious to these gazes and continued to walk inside.
This financial summit, or rather, financial networking event, was also in the form of a buffet, just like the last Jiangnan business banquet.
This allowed for easy mingling, and of course, there would be speeches by so financial tycoons at the end, explaining the current state of the financial market and predicting future developnts.
As before, Lin Ruoxue left Su Chen's side shortly after they arrived in order to et other businesspeople. After all, she was the president of the Belle Corporation, so naturally, she wouldn't miss this opportunity.
Moreover, she was undertaking a secret plan, and there might be useful contacts to be made here.
Soon after, Yunlong excused himself from Su Chen's side. Although sotis frivolous, he knew what to do when it mattered.
After the two left, Su Chen casually took a glass of red wine from a passing waiter's tray and leaned against a column to enjoy his drink.
He certainly felt the hostile glares from the young masters, but he couldn't care less.
However, his glance unintentionally fell upon so aging faces in a particular direction.
His brow furrowed slightly, seemingly lost in thought.
"Mr. Su, why are you drinking alone over here?"
At that mont, a seductive voice rang out beside Su Chen.
Turning his head, Su Chen smiled slightly:
"How could that be? Isn't Miss Qi ng here to keep company?"
"I ca over because I felt sorry for you standing here all by yourself," Qi ng said, swaying her sexy figure tantalizingly as she approached.
Qi ng was dressed in a fiery red, low-cut, backless gown that made her look incredibly sultry and alluring!
"Oh, then I must thank Miss Qi ng for her kind heart," Su Chen replied, his eyes lingering on a certain valley as a hint of an ambiguous smile played across his face.
Because Lin Ruoxue was there, he dared not make any inappropriate moves.
He wasn't like an old man eating arsenic—tired of living!
But just because he dared not act did not an Qi ng wouldn't.
Qi ng laughed as she draped an arm over his shoulder, pressing her body close to his, and cooed seductively:
"So, Mr. Su, how do you plan to thank ? Surely you won't just talk the talk."
When Qi ng suddenly leaned over, Su Chen hastily glanced in Lin Ruoxue's direction, only to see a pair of icy eyes shooting out a freezing chill.
Su Chen flinched, quickly stepping aside as he stamred:
"Just joking, just a joke."
Qi ng did not let up, sticking to him like a stubborn plaster, causing Su Chen to break out in a cold sweat.
"What if soone took it seriously?"
Qi ng's breath was as fragrant as orchids as she spoke, her voice dripping with coquettishness.
This comnt made Su Chen even more embarrassed as he felt a chill shooting from afar, tangible like a solid thing, causing his heart to tremble!
"This guy really has quite the romantic luck!"
Pei Jian said with a smile as he watched Su Chen and Qi ng together.
"I'm afraid that this romantic luck isn't so enjoyable for him!"
Pei Man looked at Su Chen's helpless appearance and couldn't help but curve her lips into a smile.
"But Qi ng is not so simple."
Pei Jian added afterward.
"Not simple indeed, I haven't even been able to find out her real identity, let alone understand her motives."
Pei Man said with a light smile as she looked in Su Chen's direction:
"However, her taking the initiative to get close to Su Chen definitely has so purpose, which once again proves that this man is not simple."
"Should we give him a little warning?"
Pei Jian looked at Pei Man, seeking her opinion.
"No need."
Pei Man shook her head slightly and said:
"Do you think he doesn't know that Qi ng has ulterior motives? He's probably putting on an act as well."
"You smart people, when you speak and act, always choose such roundabout ways,"
Pei Jian said with a bit of a sigh and a wry smile.
"Big brother, you're a smart person too, even smarter than Shen Shao, who seems to be bathed in countless auras, and than Shen Lin, who thinks he's very clever. Or rather, you possess more wisdom."
Pei Man said seriously to Pei Jian:
"It's just that you don't want to compete, or perhaps you're too lazy to bother. Sotis, you even have to act less clever for this reason. In that regard, I - and the Pei Family - should thank you."
"Xiao Man, there's no need to talk about one's family in terms of another."
Pei Jian said with a slight smile:
"Besides, I also know that you don't like fighting for power and profit; you're compelled by necessity."
Upon hearing Pei Jian's words, Pei Man suddenly fell silent, and a shadow of sadness appeared in her beautiful eyes.
"Still no news?"
Pei Jian asked softly, looking at Pei Man with eyes full of softness and sympathy.
"It's okay, having you all with is already a great happiness,"
Pei Man shook her head slightly in response, then mustered a smile.
Yet, hidden within that smile was deep bitterness...
....
anwhile, in the place where the young masters and misses were gathered.
Those who had been humiliated by Su Chen, even though they appeared to be chatting and laughing carefreely, seed casual and relaxed, but the corners of their eyes were watching him like venomous snakes!
Although the circumstances forced them to temporarily hide their anger, they couldn't help feeling aggrieved, leaving them in inner turmoil.
"You all chat first, I'm going to the restroom."
Shen Shao suddenly said laughingly, while he nonchalantly swept his gaze over Situ Lei nearby.
In this crowd, Shen Shao was naturally the center of attention, and wherever he went, he would create the most dazzling aura!
Upon hearing his words, the young elites naturally wouldn't mind, and they urged him to go ahead.
"I was just thinking of visiting the restroom as well. Shen Shao, let accompany you,"
Situ Lei also apologetically said, and then he went with Shen Shao toward the direction of the restroom...
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