The financial summit at Wolong Villa was less a gathering and more a game played among nobles, as the entire scene gave Xiao Yufan a feeling of decadent luxury…
Because Lin Jiayao was wearing sunglasses, no one recognized her as the stunning beauty she was. Yet, the aura she exuded still drew many lingering glances her way.
Of course, the Tianxuan girls also received their share of attention. Xiao Yufan, long accustomed to such scenes, could only shake his head with a smile. To him, it would have been unusual if Yi Han and the others didn’t cause a stir.
Everyone who entered Wolong Villa held a prominent status. On their faces, Xiao Yufan sensed varying degrees of arrogance. Indeed, they had every reason to be proud…
Some influential individuals recognized Xiao Yufan and nodded politely in his direction. These people had no entanglements with the Beijing Club and thus felt no need to distance themselves from Huihuang Group. To them, making another friend was simply opening another path.
To outsiders, the owner of Huihuang Enterprises and heir to the Situ family should naturally possess a rebellious and defiant personality. Yet since Xiao Yufan’s arrival, he had given off a calm and composed aura.
Standing quietly in a corner, Xiao Yufan was thinking about the butler’s words. If he wasn’t mistaken, the “young lady” the man had mentioned should be Hu Yingluo. But why hadn’t this girl shown herself yet?
His slightly melancholic demeanor added to his charm, and some noblewomen in attendance began to feel a stirring interest. Yet they quickly dismissed any thoughts of approaching him—after all, every woman by his side was exceptionally outstanding.
Still, there were always those who considered themselves superior and acted accordingly.
As Xiao Yufan drifted into thought, a middle-aged man approached Lin Jiayao, his eyes gleaming with unusual intensity. As the saying goes, a refined lady inspires admiration in gentlemen, and no one could resist such beauty.
Slowly drawing closer, the man swallowed hard. Even though she wore sunglasses, he could still imagine her appearance. At the very least, in his eyes, she bore a striking resemblance to that woman on the pedestal of fame…
“Miss, may I have the honor of a dance with you?”
He extended his hands in a gentlemanly manner. If not for the fleeting lust in his eyes, even Xiao Yufan might have been fooled by his refined demeanor. Yet the moment this man had chosen his target, he had unknowingly sealed his fate.
“I’m not interested…”
Lin Jiayao responded dismissively, her gaze meeting Xiao Yufan’s smiling eyes. Her face flushed instantly, her lips curving into an alluring smile…
“I am the president of Yanta Film & Television Co., Ltd. I think your image is excellent. If you’re interested, we can groom you into a top-tier movie star—far more glamorous than now!”
After being rebuffed, the man didn’t give up. He quickly revealed his identity, hoping to tempt Lin Jiayao with an enticing offer, thus getting closer to the beauty…
“Don’t you know that interrupting others is extremely impolite? I said I’m not interested. Please, Mr. President, look elsewhere!”
Unwilling to waste more words, Lin Jiayao’s smile carried a hint of mockery. She could already imagine the expression on his face if he ever discovered her true identity…
“Just think it over. Your potential is great—you only lack the right channel and platform. Even that Lin Jiayao climbed her way to the top with the help of a man, didn’t she?”
Unaware of her growing irritation, the man spoke shamelessly. But before his words had fully settled, he suddenly felt a chill run down his spine…
“So you’re saying the goddess on the pedestal is just a trophy? Or perhaps, Mr. President really believes you can elevate my woman to that level?”
Unnoticed, Xiao Yufan had already appeared behind him, his smile stiff and forced. He would never allow anyone to hurt his women—not even with words.
“Of course! I also have the ability to—”
Unfazed by Xiao Yufan’s expression, the man spoke boastfully, but soon realized something in Xiao Yufan’s words didn’t sound quite right.
“You said she’s your woman?” Finally, the man caught the problem, his face darkening. Amid the whispers and giggles from the crowd, he felt a burning sense of embarrassment.
“If she’s not mine, then whose would she be? Wasn’t she just the topic of our conversation? Mr. President, have you made your decision yet? Can you also turn my woman into another queen of the music scene?”
Drawing her slender figure closer into his arms, Xiao Yufan seemed to be marking his territory. His sudden movement, after remaining so still for so long, naturally drew many eyes. Those familiar with Xiao Yufan’s reputation were puzzled—since when had the head of Huihuang Enterprises become so amiable?
“I was just joking earlier. Since this young lady already has an owner, I won’t disturb you two…”
“Disturb? How could that be disturbing? If Mr. President could help turn my woman into another rising star, we’d be delighted. Right, my little Yaoyao?”
Cupping her delicate face, Xiao Yufan felt a stirring in his heart. The oversized sunglasses concealed her perfect features, yet her peerless charm still shone through. Xiao Yufan felt grateful—he hadn’t missed out on this woman who loved him deeply.
Feeling the warmth of Xiao Yufan’s fingers, Lin Jiayao trembled slightly. Clearly trying to suppress her emotions, she still couldn’t hide the blush creeping up to her ears under his intense gaze.
The scene reminded many of that concert incident. Some began to suspect the truth, and upon hearing Xiao Yufan’s affectionate nickname, the middle-aged man’s heart twisted painfully.
“It really is Lin Jiayao! She’s actually Lin Jiayao!”
Someone suddenly shouted from the crowd. As people snapped out of their daze, their gazes locked onto Lin Jiayao, who had now removed her sunglasses, revealing her breathtakingly beautiful face.
The financial summit was filled with Lin Jiayao’s fans, and the atmosphere soared with excitement at her revelation. A woman perched on the pinnacle of stardom would always be the center of attention, wherever she went…
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