If anyone were to ask who the most legendary woman of the 21st century would be, everyone would answer without hesitation that standing atop the altar, Lin Jiayao is the most legendary…
Just a year into her debut, Lin Jiayao, with her angelic voice and breathtaking beauty, has conquered a generation. To everyone, she is an insurmountable peak.
As the crowd stirred, Lin Jiayao slowly regained her elegant composure, gently pulling away from Xiao Yufan’s embrace. Her lips curled into a faint, attractive arc, the seductive lip color adding even more allure.
The middle-aged man’s face darkened, and many people cast disdainful glances his way. How dare he disgrace the beauty in public! If not for the setting, this man would already be drowned in a sea of condemnation…
“My woman should have quite a bit of potential, don’t you think? I wonder if you could package her better and push her onto the world stage. Sounds like your film company has quite the reputation!”
If someone were to ask who the most legendary woman of the 21st century is, everyone would undoubtedly respond that Lin Jiayao, standing on the pedestal of divinity, is the most legendary…
Having just debuted a year ago, Lin Jiayao, with her heavenly voice and breathtaking beauty, has captivated an entire generation. To everyone, she is an insurmountable peak.
As the crowd stirred, Lin Jiayao gradually regained her serene demeanor, gently breaking free from Xiao Yufan’s embrace. A slight curve formed on her lips, and her alluring lip gloss added an extra touch of enchantment.
The middle-aged man’s expression was far from pleasant. Many cast disdainful glances his way, as he had dared to disrespect such a beauty in public. Were it not for the setting, he would have been drowned in scorn by now…
“My woman has great potential, don’t you think? I wonder if your film company, with all its supposed strength, could propel her to global fame!” Xiao Yufan sneered, not sparing the man a second thought. His words had crossed a line, and if not for avoiding further trouble, Xiao Yufan would have made him pay dearly for insulting his woman.
“Brother, you jest. I apologize for my earlier behavior. I was blind and rude to such a lady. I hope you won’t hold it against me…” The man forced a smile, though it was stiff. After all, he was a man of status, and finding himself in such an awkward position made him resent Xiao Yufan even more.
“Of course not. I’m not one to hold grudges, right?” Xiao Yufan’s eyes narrowed into slits, a faint smile playing on his lips that sent a chill down the middle-aged man’s spine, causing him to shiver involuntarily.
“Who would believe you’re not holding a grudge…” Though the man nodded with a smile, it was clear to everyone that his expression was forced. Yet, faced with Xiao Yufan’s seemingly friendly outstretched hand, he had no choice but to shake it.
But then, a howl of pain echoed through the hall. Everyone clearly saw the middle-aged man’s face flush red, his body trembling as the sound of cracking bones filled the air.
“Brutal…” Everyone gasped, looking at Xiao Yufan, who remained as calm as ever. No one dared to underestimate this formidable host anymore. His actions were bold yet not off-putting.
“Next time, don’t insult my woman, or it won’t just be a broken hand!” Xiao Yufan released the man’s nearly crippled right hand and brushed past him, whispering coldly in his ear, sending a shiver down his spine.
The man nodded numbly, enduring the pain in his hand, feeling utterly powerless. At least he believed he didn’t have the courage to act out in such a place. Only someone truly bold or foolish would dare to show such dominance here.
But he preferred to believe it was the former, as this was a gathering of smart people. No one would be foolish enough to pretend to be something they’re not here, and he knew Xiao Yufan wasn’t either…
Meanwhile, in the study at the back of the hall, Butler An watched everything unfold, his lips twitching slightly. Xiao Yufan’s actions genuinely surprised him. It seemed this man never came out on the losing end.
“Swift and decisive, truly the makings of a hero. But it’s not enough. The man who stands by the young lady’s side must be the best in the world. Besides, with other women around you, the road to being together is still long,” Butler An murmured to himself, shaking his head with a smile. Though Xiao Yufan was already exceptional, he still fell short of the Hu family’s standards for a son-in-law. Moreover, would the Hu family allow Xiao Yufan to enjoy such a privileged position? This time, he was merely representing Hu Yingluo, but one thing was clear: the path for the two of them to be together was fraught with challenges…
“I hope your bond with the young lady is strong enough, or it would be a disservice to her feelings. You must know that she is currently under immense pressure from her family for your sake…” Thinking of Hu Yingluo, who was far away in England, Butler An sighed. In a family as ancient and rigid as theirs, even one’s own marriage was often out of their control. If not for Hu Yingluo’s determination, she would have already been married off to someone else.
Of course, Xiao Yufan was unaware of all this. Watching the middle-aged man leave, his gaze turned icy. He knew many at the financial summit were eager to see him falter, but would he let them succeed?
The answer was naturally no. After handling these matters, Xiao Yufan’s attention shifted to a graceful figure not far away. The coldness in his eyes softened slightly, replaced by a hint of amusement…
The gazes of the women around him followed his line of sight. When they saw the delicate figure, even Yu Yihan’s aura wavered slightly…
“Who would have thought I’d run into the beautiful Miss Liu here. Am I truly that lucky?” Xiao Yufan’s eyes fell on the composed figure in the corner. This woman had once hurt him with her sharp words, yet she had also given him the courage to endure a year of trials. He should have faced her with a sense of superiority, but standing before her now, he realized he didn’t hate her as much as he thought…
“This isn’t the Si family’s territory. Can’t I be here? Or does my presence bother you, Young Master Xiao?” Liu Hua’s body trembled slightly, her eyes appearing hollow. She had been watching this man from the start. A year later, Xiao Yufan was indeed no longer the playboy he once was, but she still felt no fondness for him.
“Of course not. But if that’s how you choose to interpret it, so be it. It’s been a year, and Miss Liu’s words are still as cutting as ever. I wonder if the Liu family is still as glorious as it once was.” A mischievous smile played on Xiao Yufan’s lips as his gaze lingered on Liu Hua’s slender figure. A year apart, and she was still as stunning as ever, but the dynamics between them had changed dramatically…
For a moment, the atmosphere grew awkward. Hearing Xiao Yufan’s words, Liu Hua turned her head away, her stubbornness almost heartbreaking. She knew she could never escape this man’s grasp, but that didn’t mean she had lost her pride…
“Brother, you’re joking. I apologize for my previous behavior. I failed to recognize the great, and I rudely offended the beauty. I hope you won’t hold it against me…”
He forced a smile, his expression stiff. After all, he was a man of status, and now found in such an awkward situation, he couldn’t help but glare resentfully at Xiao Yufan, blaming him for his humiliation.
“How could that be? Surely I’m not such a petty person, right?”
His eyes narrowed into slits, Xiao Yufan’s lips curled into a subtle smile, making the middle-aged man’s back prickle with unease, involuntarily shivering.
“Like hell anyone would believe you’re not petty…”
Though nodding with a smile, anyone could tell the man’s grin didn’t reach his eyes. Still, he reached out and shook Xiao Yufan’s hand, which was extended in apparent friendliness.
But soon after, a howl like a wolf’s echoed through the hall. Everyone clearly saw the man’s face flush crimson, his body involuntarily trembling, the sound of bones cracking unmistakable.
“He’s ruthless…”
Everyone inhaled sharply, watching Xiao Yufan, who remained as calm as ever. No one dared underestimate the master of this grand occasion anymore; his actions showed no hesitation, appearing arrogant yet not repulsive.
“Next time, don’t slander my woman, or it won’t just be your hand bones that get broken!”
Releasing the middle-aged man’s nearly ruined right hand, Xiao Yufan brushed past him, whispering in his ear in a voice only the two could hear, cold and laced with menace.
Numbly nodding, suppressing the sharp pain in his hand, the middle-aged man felt powerless. At least he believed he lacked the courage to act in such a place; only someone either showing off or truly formidable would dare to display such audacity here.
But he preferred to believe it was the former. Because everyone here were smart people, no one foolish enough to pretend to be tough when they weren’t. Of course, he understood Xiao Yufan wasn’t bluffing…
If someone were to ask who the most legendary woman of the 21st century would be, everyone would undoubtedly respond that Lin Jiayao, standing atop the divine pedestal, is the most legendary…
Having just debuted a year ago, Lin Jiayao, with her heavenly voice and breathtaking beauty, has conquered an entire generation. To everyone, she is an insurmountable peak.
As the crowd stirred, Lin Jiayao gradually regained her elegant demeanor, gently freeing herself from Xiao Yufan’s embrace. The corners of her lips curled into a charming arc, her alluring lip gloss adding an extra touch of enchantment.
The middle-aged man’s expression was far from pleasant. Many cast disdainful glances his way. To defile such a beauty in public—if not for the occasion, he would have been drowned in a sea of scorn.
“My woman has great potential, don’t you think? With a bit more packaging, could you propel her onto the global stage? Your film company seems quite formidable!”
Xiao Yufan sneered, not giving the man a second thought. The man’s words had crossed a line. If not for avoiding further trouble, Xiao Yufan would have made him understand the cost of slandering his woman.
“Brother, you jest. I apologize for my earlier behavior. I was blind to Mount Tai and have offended the lady. I hope you won’t hold it against me…”
The man forced a stiff smile. After all, he was a man of status, yet he found himself in such an awkward situation. He couldn’t help but glare at Xiao Yufan, blaming him for his humiliation.
“How could I? I’m not that petty, am I?”
Xiao Yufan’s eyes narrowed into slits, a faint smile playing on his lips, sending a chill down the middle-aged man’s spine, who couldn’t help but shiver.
“Who would believe you’re not petty?”
Though the man nodded with a smile, it was clear to everyone that his smile was forced. Yet, faced with Xiao Yufan’s extended hand, he reluctantly shook it.
But then, a howl of pain echoed through the hall. Everyone clearly saw the middle-aged man’s face turn crimson, his body trembling slightly, the sound of bones cracking unmistakable.
“That’s ruthless…”
Everyone gasped, looking at Xiao Yufan, who remained calm and composed. No one dared to underestimate this illustrious host anymore. His actions, though seemingly arrogant, didn’t provoke disdain.
“Next time, don’t slander my woman, or it won’t be just a broken hand!”
Releasing the man’s nearly crippled right hand, Xiao Yufan brushed past him, whispering coldly into his ear, sending a shiver down his spine.
The man nodded numbly, enduring the pain in his hand, feeling utterly powerless. At least he thought he lacked the courage to act out in such a place. To display such audacity here, one was either showing off or truly formidable.
But he preferred to believe it was the former, for this was a place of smart people. No one would be foolish enough to pretend to be a big shot here. Of course, he knew Xiao Yufan wouldn’t either…
In the study at the back of the hall, Butler An watched everything unfold, his lips twitching slightly. Xiao Yufan’s actions genuinely surprised him. It seemed this man never came out on the losing end.
“Swift and decisive, unbound by conventions, truly the makings of a hero. But it’s not enough. The man by the young lady’s side will be the finest in the world. Moreover, with other women around you, the path to being together is still long.”
Muttering to himself, Butler An shook his head with a smile. Though Xiao Yufan was already exceptional, he still fell short of the Hu family’s standards for a son-in-law. Besides, would the Hu family allow Xiao Yufan to enjoy such fortune? This time, he was merely representing Hu Yingluo. But one thing was clear: the road to their union would be fraught with challenges…
“I hope your bond with the young lady is deep enough, or it would betray her feelings. You must know, the young lady is currently bearing immense pressure from the family for you…”
Thinking of Hu Yingluo, far away in England, Butler An sighed. In a family where even consciousness was ancient, sometimes one couldn’t even control their own marriage. If not for Hu Yingluo’s persistence, she would have already been wed to another.
Of course, Xiao Yufan was unaware of all this. Watching the middle-aged man leave, his gaze turned icy. He believed many at the financial summit wanted to see him humiliated, but would he let them succeed?
The answer was naturally no. After handling these matters, Xiao Yufan’s gaze fell on a graceful figure not far away. The coldness in his eyes softened slightly, replaced by a playful glint…
The gazes of several women followed Xiao Yufan’s line of sight. Seeing that delicate figure, Yu Yihan’s aura also fluctuated slightly…
“Never thought I’d encounter the beautiful Miss Liu in such a place. Am I truly that lucky?”
Looking at the composed figure in the corner, Xiao Yufan wasn’t sure what emotions he felt. This woman had once hurt him with the sharpest words, yet she had also given him the courage to endure a year of trials. He should have faced her with a superior attitude, but standing before her now, he realized he didn’t hate her as much as he thought…
“This isn’t the Si family’s territory. Can’t I be here? Or does my presence bother Young Master Xiao?”
Her body trembled slightly, Liu Hua’s eyes appearing hollow. She had been watching this man from the start. A year later, Xiao Yufan was indeed no longer the playboy he once was, but she still held no fondness for him.
“Of course not. But if you interpret it that way, it’s fine. It’s been a year, and Miss Liu’s words are still as cutting as ever. I wonder if the Liu family is still as glorious as before.”
A mischievous smile played on Xiao Yufan’s lips as his gaze lingered on Liu Hua’s slender figure. A year apart, and she was still as stunning as ever, but the dynamics between them had changed dramatically…
For a moment, the atmosphere turned awkward. Hearing Xiao Yufan’s words, Liu Hua gently turned her head away, her stubbornness heartbreaking. She knew she couldn’t escape this man’s grasp, but that didn’t mean she lacked her own pride…
“Decisive and efficient, showing great potential of a warlord. But that’s still not enough. The man for our young mistress must be the finest man in the world. Besides, you have other women around you. It seems you still have a long way to go before you can be together.”
If someone were to ask who the most legendary woman of the 21st century is, everyone would undoubtedly respond that Lin Jiayao, standing on the pedestal, is the most legendary…
Having just debuted a year ago, Lin Jiayao, with her heavenly voice and breathtaking beauty, has conquered an entire generation. To everyone, she is an insurmountable peak.
As the crowd stirred, Lin Jiayao slowly regained her elegant demeanor, gently breaking free from Xiao Yufan’s embrace. The corners of her lips curled into a charming arc, and her alluring lip gloss added an extra touch of allure.
The middle-aged man’s expression was far from pleasant. Many cast disdainful glances his way. To disrespect such a beauty in public—if not for the occasion, he would have been drowned in a sea of scorn…
“My woman has great potential, doesn’t she? I wonder if your company, with all its resources, could propel her to global fame. Your film company seems quite formidable!”
Xiao Yufan sneered, not giving the man the slightest regard. The man’s words had crossed a line, and if not for avoiding further trouble, Xiao Yufan would have made him pay dearly for insulting his woman.
“Brother, you jest. I apologize for my earlier behavior. I was blind and rude to the lady. I hope you won’t hold it against me…”
The man forced a stiff smile. After all, he was a man of status, and to find himself in such an awkward position was humiliating. He couldn’t help but shoot a resentful glance at Xiao Yufan, blaming him for his disgrace.
“How could I? I’m not that petty, am I?”
Xiao Yufan’s eyes narrowed into slits, a faint, almost imperceptible smile playing on his lips. The middle-aged man felt a chill run down his spine, unable to suppress a shiver.
“Who the hell would believe you’re not petty…”
Though the man nodded with a smile, it was clear to everyone that it was forced. Yet, faced with Xiao Yufan’s seemingly friendly outstretched hand, he had no choice but to shake it.
But then, a howl of pain echoed through the hall. Everyone clearly saw the middle-aged man’s face flush red, his body trembling as the sound of cracking bones rang out.
“Brutal…”
Everyone gasped, looking at Xiao Yufan, who remained calm and composed. No one dared to underestimate this formidable host anymore. His actions were bold yet not off-putting.
“Next time, don’t insult my woman, or it won’t just be a broken hand!”
Releasing the man’s nearly crippled right hand, Xiao Yufan brushed past him, whispering coldly in his ear, his voice laced with menace.
The man nodded numbly, enduring the throbbing pain in his hand. He felt utterly powerless. At least he believed he lacked the courage to act out in such a place. To display such audacity here—it was either sheer arrogance or genuine power.
But he preferred to believe it was the former, for this was a place of smart people. No one would be foolish enough to show off here. Of course, he knew Xiao Yufan wasn’t that type either…
In the study room at the back of the hall, Butler An quietly observed everything, his lips twitching slightly. Xiao Yufan’s actions had genuinely surprised him. It seemed this man never came out on the losing end.
“Swift and decisive, unbound by conventions—he truly has the makings of a leader. But it’s not enough. The man by Miss’s side will be the best in the world. Besides, with other women around you, the road to being together is still long…”
Muttering to himself, Butler An shook his head with a smile. Though Xiao Yufan was already exceptional, he still fell short of the Hu family’s standards for a son-in-law. Moreover, would the Hu family allow Xiao Yufan to enjoy such luxuries? This time, he was merely representing Hu Yingluo. But one thing was clear: the path for the two to be together was fraught with challenges…
“I hope your bond with Miss is strong enough, or else it would betray her feelings. You should know that Miss is currently under immense family pressure for your sake…”
Thinking of Hu Yingluo, who was far away in England, Butler An sighed. In a family as ancient and rigid as theirs, even one’s own marriage could be out of their control. If not for Hu Yingluo’s persistence, she would have already been married off to someone else.
Of course, Xiao Yufan was unaware of all this. Watching the middle-aged man leave, his gaze turned icy. He believed many at the financial summit wanted to see him humiliated, but would he let them succeed?
The answer was naturally no. After handling these matters, Xiao Yufan’s attention shifted to a graceful figure not far away. The coldness in his eyes softened slightly, replaced by a hint of amusement…
The gazes of the women around him followed his line of sight. Seeing that delicate figure, Yu Yihan’s aura also fluctuated slightly…
“I never thought I’d run into the beautiful Miss Liu here. Am I really that lucky?”
Looking at the composed figure in the corner, Xiao Yufan wasn’t sure what emotions he was feeling. This woman had once hurt him with her sharp words, yet she had also given him the courage to endure a year of trials. He should have faced her with a superior attitude, but standing before her now, he realized he didn’t hate her as much as he thought…
“This isn’t your Si family’s territory. Can’t I be here? Or does my presence bother you, Young Master Xiao…”
Her body trembled slightly, and Liu Hua’s eyes looked hollow. She had been watching this man from the start. A year later, Xiao Yufan was indeed no longer the same playboy, but she still felt no fondness for him.
“Of course not. But if that’s how you choose to interpret it, so be it. I never thought that after a year, Miss Liu would still be so sharp-tongued. I wonder if the Liu family is still as glorious as before…”
With a sly smile, Xiao Yufan’s gaze lingered on Liu Hua’s exquisite figure. A year apart, and she was still as stunning as ever. But the dynamics between them had changed drastically…
For a moment, the atmosphere grew awkward. Hearing Xiao Yufan’s words, Liu Hua turned her head away, her stubbornness almost heartbreaking. She knew she could never escape this man’s grasp, but that didn’t mean she had lost her pride…
“I hope your fate with the young mistress is strong enough, or else it would betray her feelings. You must know that currently, she is enduring immense family pressure for you…”
If someone were to ask who the most legendary woman of the 21st century would be, everyone would undoubtedly respond that Lin Jiayao, standing on the pedestal, is the most legendary…
Having just debuted a year ago, Lin Jiayao, with her heavenly voice and breathtaking beauty, has conquered an entire generation. To everyone, she is an insurmountable peak.
As the crowd stirred, Lin Jiayao gradually regained her elegant demeanor, gently breaking free from Xiao Yufan’s embrace. The corners of her lips curled into a charming arc, and her alluring lip gloss added an extra touch of enchantment.
The middle-aged man’s expression was far from pleasant. Many cast disdainful glances his way, as he had dared to disrespect the beauty in public. If not for the setting, he would have already been drowned in a sea of scorn.
“My woman has great potential, don’t you think? I wonder if your film company, with all its resources, could propel her to global fame. It seems your company is quite formidable!”
Xiao Yufan spoke with biting sarcasm, not giving the man a second thought. The man’s words had crossed a line, and if it weren’t for avoiding further trouble, Xiao Yufan would have made him pay dearly for insulting his woman.
“Brother, you jest. I apologize for my earlier behavior. I was blind and foolish to have offended the lady. I hope you won’t hold it against me…”
The man forced a stiff smile. Despite his status, he found himself in an embarrassingly awkward situation, and he couldn’t help but shoot a resentful glance at Xiao Yufan, blaming him for his humiliation.
“How could I? I’m not that petty, am I?”
Xiao Yufan’s eyes narrowed into slits, and a faint, almost imperceptible smile played on his lips, sending a chill down the middle-aged man’s spine, who couldn’t help but shiver.
“Only a fool would believe you’re not petty…”
Though the man nodded with a smile, it was clear to everyone that his grin was forced. Yet, faced with Xiao Yufan’s seemingly friendly outstretched hand, he reluctantly shook it.
But then, a howl of pain echoed through the hall. Everyone clearly saw the middle-aged man’s face flush red, his body trembling slightly, and the sound of bones cracking was unmistakable.
“Ruthless…”
Everyone gasped, looking at Xiao Yufan, who remained calm and composed. No one dared to underestimate this formidable host anymore. His actions were bold yet not off-putting.
“Next time, don’t insult my woman, or it won’t just be a broken hand bone!”
Releasing the man’s nearly crippled right hand, Xiao Yufan brushed past him, whispering coldly in his ear, his voice laced with menace.
The man nodded numbly, enduring the throbbing pain in his hand, feeling utterly powerless. At least he thought he lacked the courage to act out in such a place. Only someone truly bold or foolish would dare to show such audacity here.
But he preferred to believe it was the former, as everyone here was smart enough not to pretend to be something they’re not. Of course, he knew Xiao Yufan wouldn’t either…
In the study room at the back of the hall, Butler An quietly observed everything, his lips twitching slightly. Xiao Yufan’s actions genuinely surprised him. It seemed this man never came out on the losing end.
“Swift and decisive, unbound by conventions, truly the makings of a hero. But it’s not enough. The man who wins our lady’s heart must be the best in the world. Besides, with other women by your side, the road to being together is still long.”
Muttering to himself, Butler An shook his head with a smile. Though Xiao Yufan was already exceptional, he still fell short of the Hu family’s standards for a son-in-law. Moreover, would the Hu family allow Xiao Yufan to enjoy such a fortunate position? This time, he was merely representing Hu Yingluo. But one thing was clear: the path for the two to be together was fraught with challenges…
“I hope your bond with our lady is strong enough, or else her efforts would be in vain. You must know that our lady is currently enduring immense pressure from the family for your sake…”
Thinking of Hu Yingluo, who was far away in England, Butler An sighed. In a family where even consciousness was steeped in tradition, sometimes one couldn’t even control their own marriage. If not for Hu Yingluo’s persistence, she would have already been married off to someone else.
Of course, Xiao Yufan was unaware of all this. Watching the middle-aged man leave, his gaze turned icy. He believed many at the financial summit wanted to see him humiliated, but would he let them succeed?
The answer was naturally no. After handling these matters, Xiao Yufan’s attention shifted to a graceful figure not far away. The coldness in his eyes softened slightly, replaced by a hint of amusement…
The gazes of several women followed Xiao Yufan’s line of sight. Seeing that delicate figure, Yu Yihan’s aura also fluctuated slightly…
“I never thought I’d run into the beautiful Miss Liu here. Am I truly that lucky?”
Looking at the composed figure in the corner, Xiao Yufan wasn’t sure what emotion he felt. This woman had once hurt him with her sharp words, yet she had also given him the courage to endure a year of trials. He should have faced her with a superior attitude, but standing before her now, he realized he didn’t hate her as much as he thought…
“This isn’t the Si family’s territory. Can’t I be here? Or does my presence bother Young Master Xiao?”
Her body trembled slightly, and Liu Hua’s eyes seemed hollow. She had been watching this man from the start. A year later, Xiao Yufan was indeed no longer the playboy he once was, but she still held no fondness for him.
“Of course not, but if that’s how you interpret it, so be it. It’s been a year, and Miss Liu’s words are still as cutting as ever. I wonder if the Liu family is still as glorious as it once was.”
A mischievous smile played on Xiao Yufan’s lips as his gaze lingered on Liu Hua’s slender figure. A year apart, and she was still as stunning as ever, but both their mindsets had undergone a dramatic transformation…
For a moment, the atmosphere grew awkward. Hearing Xiao Yufan’s words, Liu Hua gently turned her head away, her stubbornness almost heartbreaking. She knew she couldn’t escape this man’s grasp, but that didn’t mean she had lost her pride…
Of course, Xiao Yufan was unaware of all this. Watching the middle-aged man leave, his gaze turned sharply cold. He knew many at the financial summit wanted to see him humiliated, but would he allow them to succeed?
The answer was naturally no. After dealing with this matter, Xiao Yufan’s eyes settled on a graceful figure not far away, his coldness slightly receding, his gaze turning somewhat playful…
The gazes of several women followed Xiao Yufan’s, landing on that graceful silhouette, and Yu Yihan’s aura subtly fluctuated…
“Didn’t expect to meet the beautiful Miss Liu here. Am I really so lucky!”
If someone were to ask who the most legendary woman of the 21st century would be, everyone would undoubtedly respond that Lin Jiayao, standing on the pedestal, is the most legendary…
Having just debuted a year ago, Lin Jiayao, with her heavenly voice and breathtaking beauty, has conquered an entire generation. To everyone, she is an insurmountable peak.
As the crowd stirred, Lin Jiayao slowly regained her elegant demeanor, gently breaking free from Xiao Yufan’s embrace, her lips curving into a charming smile, the alluring lip gloss adding to her enchantment.
The middle-aged man’s expression was not pleasant, and many cast disdainful glances his way. To defile such a beauty in public—if not for the occasion, he would have been drowned in scorn.
“My woman has great potential. I wonder if your packaging can propel her to the world stage. Your film company seems quite formidable!” Xiao Yufan sneered, not giving the man a second thought. The man’s words had crossed a line, and if not for avoiding further trouble, Xiao Yufan would have made him pay for slandering his woman.
“Brother, you jest. I apologize for my earlier behavior. I was blind to your greatness and was rude to the lady. I hope you won’t hold it against me…” The man forced a stiff smile. Despite his status, he found himself in such an awkward situation, and he couldn’t help but glare at Xiao Yufan, blaming him for his humiliation.
“How could I? I’m not that petty, am I?” Xiao Yufan’s eyes narrowed into slits, a subtle smile playing on his lips, sending a chill down the middle-aged man’s spine.
“Only a fool would believe you’re not petty…” Though the man nodded with a smile, it was clear to everyone that his grin was forced. Yet, faced with Xiao Yufan’s extended hand, he reluctantly shook it.
But then, a howl echoed through the hall. Everyone clearly saw the middle-aged man’s face flush red, his body trembling, the sound of cracking bones unmistakable.
“Ruthless…” Everyone gasped, looking at Xiao Yufan, who remained calm and composed. No one dared to underestimate this formidable man, whose actions, though bold, did not provoke disdain.
“Next time, don’t slander my woman, or it won’t just be a broken hand!” Xiao Yufan released the man’s nearly crippled hand, brushing past him, his icy whisper carrying a chilling threat.
The man nodded numbly, enduring the pain, feeling utterly powerless. At least he believed he lacked the courage to act out in such a place. To display such audacity here, one had to be either pretending or truly formidable.
But he preferred to believe it was the former, as this was a place for the wise, and no one would be foolish enough to show off here. Of course, he knew Xiao Yufan wasn’t either…
In the study at the back of the hall, Butler An watched everything unfold, his lips twitching slightly. Xiao Yufan’s actions genuinely surprised him, as if this man never suffered losses.
“Swift and decisive, unbound by conventions, truly the makings of a hero. But it’s not enough. The man of our young lady must be the best in the world. Besides, you have other women by your side. The road to being together is still long.”
Muttering to himself, Butler An shook his head with a smile. Though Xiao Yufan was already exceptional, he still fell short of the Hu family’s standards for a son-in-law. Moreover, would the Hu family allow Xiao Yufan to enjoy such fortune? This time, he was merely representing Hu Yingluo, but one thing was clear: the path to their union was fraught with challenges…
“I hope your bond with the young lady is deep enough, or it would betray her feelings. You must know that she is enduring immense pressure from the family for you…”
Thinking of Hu Yingluo, far away in England, Butler An sighed. In a family where even consciousness was ancient, sometimes one couldn’t even control their own marriage. If not for Hu Yingluo’s persistence, she would have already been wed to another.
Of course, Xiao Yufan was unaware of all this. Watching the middle-aged man leave, his gaze turned icy. He believed many at the financial summit wanted to see him humiliated, but would he let them succeed?
The answer was naturally no. After handling these matters, Xiao Yufan’s gaze fell on a graceful figure not far away, his coldness slightly receding, his eyes now playful…
The gazes of several women followed Xiao Yufan’s line of sight. Seeing that delicate figure, Yu Yihan’s aura also fluctuated slightly…
“I never thought I’d encounter the beautiful Miss Liu here. Am I truly that lucky?”
Looking at the composed figure in the corner, Xiao Yufan wasn’t sure what he felt. This woman had once hurt him with the sharpest words, yet she had also given him the courage to endure a year of trials. He should have faced her with a superior attitude, but standing before her now, he realized he didn’t hate her as much as he thought…
“This isn’t the Si family’s territory. Can’t I be here? Or does my presence bother Young Master Xiao?”
Her body trembled slightly, Liu Hua’s eyes appearing hollow. She had been watching this man from the start. A year later, Xiao Yufan was indeed no longer the playboy he once was, but she still held no fondness for him.
“Of course not, but if that’s how you interpret it, so be it. It’s been a year, and Miss Liu’s words are still as cutting as ever. I wonder if the Liu family remains as glorious as before.”
With a mischievous smile, Xiao Yufan’s gaze lingered on Liu Hua’s exquisite figure. A year apart, she was still as stunning, but their mindsets had undergone a sea change…
For a moment, the atmosphere grew awkward. Hearing Xiao Yufan’s words, Liu Hua turned her head away, her stubbornness heartbreaking. She knew she could never escape this man’s grasp, but that didn’t mean she lacked her own pride…
“This place isn’t your Situ residence. Can’t I appear here? Or is my presence offending Master Xiao?”
Her body trembling slightly, Liu Hua’s gaze appeared very hollow. She had been watching this man from the start. A year later, Xiao Yufan was indeed no longer the same spoiled young master, but she still held no fondness for him.
“Of course, I didn’t mean that. But if that’s how you want to interpret it, that’s fine too. Didn’t expect to see you again after a year; Miss Liu’s words are still as merciless as ever. I wonder if the Liu family is still as prosperous as before!”
If someone were to ask who the most legendary woman of the 21st century would be, everyone would respond without hesitation: Lin Jiayao, standing atop the divine pedestal, is the most legendary…
Having just debuted a year ago, Lin Jiayao, with her heavenly voice and breathtaking beauty, has captivated an entire generation. To everyone, she is an insurmountable peak.
As the crowd stirred, Lin Jiayao gradually regained her serene demeanor, gently breaking free from Xiao Yufan’s embrace. The corners of her lips curled into a charming arc, her alluring lip gloss adding an extra touch of enchantment.
The middle-aged man’s expression was far from pleasant. Many cast disdainful glances his way. To defile such a beauty in public—if not for the setting, he would have been drowned in a sea of scorn.
“My woman has great potential, don’t you think? With a bit more packaging, could you propel her to the world stage? Your film company seems quite formidable!”
Xiao Yufan spoke with biting sarcasm, not giving the man a second thought. The man’s words had crossed a line, and if not for avoiding further trouble, Xiao Yufan would have made him pay dearly for insulting his woman.
“Brother, you jest. I apologize for my earlier behavior. I was blind to Mount Tai and have offended the lady. I hope you won’t hold it against me…”
The man forced a smile, though it was stiff. After all, he was a man of status, and finding himself in such an awkward position was humiliating. He couldn’t help but shoot a resentful glance at Xiao Yufan, blaming him for his disgrace.
“How could I? I’m not that petty, am I?”
Xiao Yufan’s eyes narrowed into slits, a faint smile playing on his lips, sending a chill down the middle-aged man’s spine, who couldn’t help but shiver.
“Who the hell would believe you’re not petty…”
Though the man nodded with a smile, it was clear to everyone that his grin was forced. Yet, faced with Xiao Yufan’s friendly outstretched hand, he reluctantly shook it.
But then, a howl of pain echoed through the hall. Everyone clearly saw the middle-aged man’s face flush red, his body trembling slightly, the sound of bones cracking unmistakable.
“Ruthless…”
Everyone gasped, looking at Xiao Yufan, who remained calm and composed. No one dared to underestimate this illustrious host anymore. His actions were bold yet not off-putting.
“Next time, don’t insult my woman, or it won’t just be a broken hand!”
Releasing the man’s nearly crippled right hand, Xiao Yufan brushed past him, whispering coldly in his ear, his voice laced with menace.
The man nodded numbly, enduring the pain in his hand, feeling utterly powerless. At least he thought he lacked the courage to act out in such a place. To display such audacity here was either sheer bravado or genuine confidence.
But he preferred to believe it was the former, as this was a place for the wise, and no one would be foolish enough to puff themselves up here. Of course, he knew Xiao Yufan wouldn’t either…
In the study at the back of the hall, Butler An watched everything unfold, his lips twitching slightly. Xiao Yufan’s actions truly surprised him. It seemed this man never came out on the losing end.
“Swift and decisive, unbound by convention, truly the makings of a hero. But it’s not enough. The man who wins my lady’s heart will be the finest in the world. Besides, you have other women by your side. The road to being together is still long.”
Muttering to himself, Butler An shook his head with a smile. Though Xiao Yufan was already exceptional, he still fell short of the Hu family’s standards for a son-in-law. Moreover, would the Hu family allow Xiao Yufan to enjoy such fortune? This time, he was merely representing Hu Yingluo. But one thing was clear: the path for the two to be together was fraught with challenges…
“I hope your bond with my lady is strong enough, or else her efforts would be in vain. You must know, my lady is enduring immense pressure from her family for you…”
Thinking of Hu Yingluo, far away in England, Butler An sighed. In that ancient family, even one’s own marriage was sometimes beyond control. If not for Hu Yingluo’s determination, she would have already been married off to someone else.
Of course, Xiao Yufan was unaware of all this. Watching the middle-aged man leave, his gaze turned icy. He believed many at the financial summit wanted to see him humiliated, but would he let them succeed?
The answer was naturally no. After handling these matters, Xiao Yufan’s attention shifted to a graceful figure not far away. The coldness in his eyes softened slightly, replaced by a hint of amusement…
The gazes of the women around him followed his line of sight. Seeing that delicate figure, Yu Yihan’s aura also fluctuated slightly…
“Never thought I’d run into the beautiful Miss Liu here. Am I really that lucky?”
Looking at the composed figure in the corner, Xiao Yufan wasn’t sure what he felt. This woman had once wounded him with her sharp words, yet it was she who had given him the courage to endure a year of trials. He should have faced her with an air of superiority, but standing before her now, he realized he didn’t hate her as much as he thought…
“This isn’t your Si family’s territory. Can’t I be here? Or does my presence bother you, Young Master Xiao?”
Her body trembled slightly, Liu Hua’s eyes appearing hollow. She had been watching this man from the start. A year later, Xiao Yufan was indeed no longer the playboy he once was, but she still held no fondness for him.
“Of course not, but if that’s how you interpret it, so be it. It’s been a year, and Miss Liu’s words are still as cutting as ever. I wonder if the Liu family is still as glorious as before.”
A mischievous smile played on Xiao Yufan’s lips as his gaze lingered on Liu Hua’s slender figure. A year apart, and she was still as stunning as ever, but their mindsets had undergone a sea change…
For a moment, the atmosphere grew awkward. Hearing Xiao Yufan’s words, Liu Hua turned her head away, her stubbornness both admirable and heartbreaking. She knew she could never escape this man’s grasp, but that didn’t mean she had lost her pride…
The atmosphere momentarily turned awkward. Hearing Xiao Yufan’s words, Liu Hua gently turned her head away, her stubbornness heartbreaking. She knew she could never escape this man’s grasp, but that didn’t mean she lacked her own pride…
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