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Chapter 616 Absolute Rationality, A Brand New Tang and Song Dynasty

5 o'clock in the afternoon.

Lanfeng International Hotel, 23rd floor.

In the private dressing room of the banquet hall, the air is filled with the aroma of high-end cosmetics and fragrances.

Xiao Jing sat on the soft makeup chair, letting two top stylists make the final makeup and hair adjustments for her.

She wore a haute couture gown specially flown in from Paris, the tiny diamonds on the dress reflecting a dazzling and mesmerizing light under the soft lamplight.

Beside her, Xu Qing had also changed her clothes and was facing the mirror, awkwardly adjusting her skirt.

"Dong dong dong -" there was a knock on the door.

"Please come in."

Immediately afterwards, the banquet butler, dressed in a black business suit, walked in.

He said softly, "Miss Tian, ​​the venue has been arranged, and the reception hall on the west side is ready. You may move in now."

"Got it, thank you."

The makeup artist immediately stopped what she was doing and followed the butler out.

Xiao Jing gave herself a sweet smile in the mirror and turned to look at Xu Qing.

She smiled slyly and said, "Sister Qingqing, today is my birthday, you can't compete with me for Brother Tang Song."

"Oh, I know." Xu Qing pouted.

She felt that Xiaojing insisted on having her come over because of her perverse sense of humor—the idea of ​​"the wife committing a crime in front of her"—and to assert her dominance and establish her status as the "official wife."

However, Tang Song also had people like Shangguan Qiuya and Wen Ruan around him.

A whole bunch of messy things will happen later.

She was too lazy (or dared not) to get involved.

Xiao Jing smiled sweetly, stepped forward and took Xu Qing's hand, then suddenly lowered her voice and said:
"Don't be sad, we'll be best friends forever. In the future, we'll share the same 'treasure' and have the deepest bond. Maybe... we'll even 'play' together on the same king-size bed someday, don't you think?"

"Hey! You...you pervert! Don't talk nonsense!"

Xu Qing's face flushed bright red instantly, as if she had been burned, and she flung Xiao Jing's hand away as if she had been electrocuted.

Looking at her adorable expression of both embarrassment and annoyance, Xiao Jing chuckled mischievously, her eyes gleaming with an even more cunning light.

The two joked around for a while before walking out of the dressing room together.

Accompanied by two staff members, we passed through the internal passageway and arrived at the "Starry Night Hall" located on the west side of the banquet hall.

The decor here leans more towards a trendy party style, with a small jazz band playing upbeat Bossa Nova music in the entrance hallway.

The exquisite dessert area is filled with appetizers such as caviar tarts and truffle fries, as well as colorful non-alcoholic cocktails made on-site by celebrity bartenders.

Two specially invited top fashion photographers are capturing exciting moments with their "long lenses and short cannons" inside the venue.

Xiao Jing pointed to the photographers and said to Xu Qing, "Sister Qingqing, you look so beautiful today, it would be a shame not to take some photos. These are all photographers who have shot major spreads for magazines, the results will definitely be no worse than your artistic portraits."

A luxurious setting, bespoke Chanel gowns, dazzling jewelry, and impeccable makeup…

For Xu Qing, who loves cosplay and often takes various photoshoots, how could she resist such temptation?
"Alright then." Xu Qing demurely brushed a strand of hair behind her ear, trying hard to suppress her excitement, but her eyes were already brimming with barely concealed joy.

Soon, the photographers were in position.

Under the spotlight, Xu Qing stood under the crystal chandelier in the reception hall, her chin slightly raised, instantly getting into character and striking a queenly pose that was both sexy and aggressive.

"Click——"

The flash went off, capturing the beauty of this moment.

……

"Ding--"

The elevator slowly came to a stop on the 23th floor.

A group of five well-dressed young men and women emerged one after another, led by a hotel staff member.

The carpet underfoot was thick and soft, and the entire floor was so quiet that only the faint sound of jazz music could be heard from afar.

After turning two corners, a huge 3D welcome poster came into view.

Near the entrance to the passageway, there is a check-in table draped in gorgeous white wreaths, champagne-colored balloons, and star-shaped lights.

Two elegantly dressed receptionists were waiting there with smiles.

Qin Hua stopped and smiled at her friends, saying, "This is it. Xiao Jing's family invited more people this year, including some of her elders, so the decorations are more elaborate than in previous years."

Several friends nearby nodded in agreement, smiling and joining in:

"Wow, Jingjing's acting is getting more and more like a leading lady!"

"This poster design is really good. I'll have to ask this company to make one for me sometime."

The group chatted and laughed as they approached the registration desk and showed the staff their invitations.

After verifying their information, the staff smiled and asked them to sign their names in the elegant sign-in book.

They also registered the gifts they had prepared.

The receptionist introduced in a sweet voice, "Also, tonight's party has a 'mask' theme. Please choose a mask you like here. Of course, this is entirely up to your preference and is not mandatory."

As she spoke, she pointed to a velvet wall displaying dozens of half-face masks.

A small gasp went through the crowd, and they began to select items with great interest.

After donning their chosen masks, the group, accompanied by two greeters also wearing simple silver masks, entered the magnificent "Starry Night Hall".

At a glance, Tian Jing, the most dazzling "protagonist" in the crowd, caught my eye.

Tian Jing wore a luxurious champagne-colored sequined evening gown, the fitted cut of which perfectly outlined her shapely figure.

The dress was covered with tiny sequins, which shimmered with a dreamlike glow under the light and shadow with every subtle movement she made.

Her fair skin appeared even more radiant and jade-like against the backdrop of her champagne-colored long dress.

Radiant and elegant, with a touch of sexiness.

Happy birthday, Xiaojing!

"Jingjing, long time no see! Happy Birthday!"

Wow, our birthday star looks absolutely stunning today!

...

As they talked and laughed, they walked toward her.

"Drawing, you're here!"

"Xin Xin, I missed you so much!"

"Cheng-ge, you've become even more handsome!"

Xiao Jing's face lit up with a bright and sweet smile as she greeted them warmly one by one.

Immediately, she affectionately pulled over Xu Qing, who was wearing a fox mask, to her side.

"Come, come, let me introduce you. This is my good friend, Xu Qing. Qingqing, this is Qin Hua, whom I mentioned to you, and this is Zhang Yuxin... They are all my best friends!"

Hello Qingqing.

"Hello, this outfit is so hot!"

"Hello……"

The group immediately began to greet each other warmly.

Just then, another burst of laughter and chatter came from the entrance.

Several of Tian Jing's former colleagues from Jinxiu Trade Center, including Liang Yufan and Li Junyi, also walked in wearing various masks.

They were all wealthy second-generation locals from Yancheng, and they had all met Qin Hua and the others, and some of them even knew each other.

But now, with the mask covering it, it has gained a sense of unfamiliarity and mystery.

"Don't speak, let me guess who you are... Junyi? Haha, with your flamboyant style, I'd recognize you even if you were ashes!"

"Hey, Miss Zhang, give me some face, okay? This is just my fashion sense!"

"Hello, Brother Yu Fan, long time no see."

"Wow, that's impressive, you can even recognize that?"

……

For a moment, the side hall was filled with laughter and chatter as people guessed each other's identities, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.

After the pleasantries and lively conversation...

Li Jun leaned closer to Xiao Jing and asked curiously, "By the way, Xiao Jing, hasn't Qi Wen arrived yet?"

Xiao Jing shook her head and explained, "Jinxiu Commerce just had that big news about its cross-border business. Sister Wen, as the business manager, is currently on a business trip in Beijing with her team and won't be back for a while."

Zhang Yuxin suddenly nudged Xiaojing's shoulder and gossiped, "Xiaojing, I only found out this morning from Huahua that you're no longer single?! When did this happen? You kept it so well hidden! And... I heard it's a former colleague of yours?"

She and Xiaojing have been friends for many years, and this is the first time she has heard that Xiaojing is in a relationship.

Upon hearing this, the previously lively atmosphere instantly quieted down.

Only Xu Qing, with her big, dark eyes darting around, adopted a detached, detached attitude, as if she had nothing to do with me.

Xiao Jing still had that sweet smile on her face. She raised her champagne glass and said in a tone that was just the right amount of shyness and happiness, "He's a very nice person. I'll formally introduce him to you later."

A fleeting, almost imperceptible gloom crossed Liang Yufan's eyes, hidden behind his mask. One of his reasons for going to great lengths to enter Jinxiu Trading was to gain access to Xiao Jing and cultivate a relationship.

As it turned out, the other party not only got together with the company's grassroots CTO, but also later switched jobs, causing all of his plans to fall through.

However, with Tian Chengye's situation in complete disarray and having sold his shares in Jinxiu Commerce and Trade, he wasn't really in the mood for anything else.

But I'm still very unwilling to accept it.

After all, the two had known each other since childhood, and it felt like being NTR'd by a blond guy who suddenly appeared.

I feel so frustrated.

Qin Hua's eyes flickered, and she smiled as she asked, "Then why hasn't your mysterious 'boyfriend' arrived yet? It's such an important occasion as your girlfriend's birthday party, and as the male lead, he hasn't even shown up yet. Isn't that a bit unreasonable?"

Xiaojing said unhurriedly, "There's still more than half an hour before it officially starts, what's the rush? It's my girlfriend's birthday, so naturally he wants to prepare something special and give me a big surprise."

Qin Hua smiled and said nothing more.

Her father, Qin Dechang, was in another VIP room at that moment, chatting with Tian Chengye and others.

Lin Jingming and Meng Chuan will arrive later.

When Tang and Song arrive, and they face that scene... ah, it will truly be an interesting "grand show".

"Buzz buzz buzz—" The cell phone in the handbag vibrated.

Xiao Jing picked up her phone and looked at it; her eyes lit up.

[Song: "I've already set off, I'll be there soon."]

I quickly replied with a cute emoji.

Xiao Jing gracefully walked out of the crowd and approached the hotel banquet manager who was coordinating the event.

She said softly, "Manager Liu, my boyfriend will be here soon. Could you please go to the lobby to meet him?"

Manager Liu was slightly taken aback, but then immediately put on a warm smile: "Of course, Ms. Tian's friend is our most honored guest. Please let me know the other party's information and license plate number so I can make arrangements."

Xiao Jing blinked. "You should know him. His name is Tang Song."

"Uh..." Manager Liu's professional smile froze instantly, his pupils dilated involuntarily, and his voice even changed slightly, "You...you mean...Chairman Tang?"

"Yes, thank you for your help."

"Ah! Okay! Okay! Don't worry! I'll be right there!"

Manager Liu bowed respectfully, turned around quickly, took out his walkie-talkie, and hurriedly ran towards the door.

It turns out that Tian Jing is the boss's girlfriend, and she's coming over in person to celebrate his birthday.

This is a serious matter! We must notify senior management immediately!
Seeing his panicked reaction, a sly smile flashed in Xiaojing's eyes.

This is the effect you want!

This is Tang and Song's home turf.

The behind-the-scenes boss of Lanfeng International Hotel made his entrance personally greeted by the hotel's general manager, and possibly even surrounded by a group of senior executives. This "prestige" was enough to create a shock from the very first second of his appearance.

To put it bluntly, all of my friends are rich kids born with a silver spoon in their mouths.

Some outstanding individuals, like Ni Qingli, Qin Hua, and Liang Yufan, are at best "prospective heirs" who are learning how to take over the family assets under the family's protection.

Tang Song, on the other hand, was a self-made billionaire who amassed a fortune of hundreds of millions, no less than Lin Jingming.

After this opening show, there will be Shangguan Qiuya, and even Zheng Qiudong, who will be the final act.

With them present, Tang Song could hold his own even against that young master Meng from Singapore.

Although it didn't achieve the stunning effect I had initially envisioned, it was enough.

Everything was proceeding perfectly according to the script he had written.

Lord Tang Song, get ready to step onto the stage that Xiao Jing has prepared for you!

I'll give you the most unforgettable birthday party ever, and then... I'll put on my most beautiful clothes and be with you at the top of this city.

To complete the most important 'ritual' in our lives.

……

6 o'clock in the evening.

As night falls, the lights are on.

The black Rolls-Royce Phantom glided silently down the driveway and came to a smooth stop under the hotel's gilded canopy at the main entrance.

Led by the hotel's general manager, Angela Jocelyn, a group of four senior executives from the hotel quickly came to greet them.

The doorman respectfully opened the rear door.

A gleaming tobacco-brown Berluti leather shoe landed first.

Immediately afterwards, a tall and slender figure calmly stepped out of the car.

The Patek Philippe 5961P watch on my wrist gleamed under the hotel's dazzling lights.

"Chairman Tang!" "Chairman Tang!"

Qiao Anji stepped forward, her voice a little hesitant, and said, "Chairman Tang, we didn't know that Miss Tian was your girlfriend before. There's something we didn't report to you."

He then gave a concise explanation of the Echo girl group's flash mob performance.

Because another shareholder, Yunxi Real Estate, was involved, the hotel fully cooperated.

Moreover, this is a major promotional boost for Lanfeng International Hotel, which may trigger a wave of online celebrity check-ins.

After hearing his report.

Tang Song nodded slightly, "It's alright, I understand."

Joanie breathed a sigh of relief and immediately led the way.

I just stepped into the magnificent hotel lobby.

A crisp notification sound rang out instantly:

"Ding! The special event instance [Tian Jing's Birthday Party] has been opened!"

[Permissions activated...]

[“Reflections of the Tang and Song Dynasties” is now in effect]

Tang Song paused, stopping in his tracks.

The next second, a strange feeling that was indescribable instantly swept over my entire body!

He felt as if his consciousness had been split in two.

Part of it remains the same "realistic Tang and Song dynasty" with emotions, feelings, and a sense of urgency, anticipation, and interest in what's to come.

The other part, however, was instantly detached and elevated to a higher dimension of absolute calmness and absolute rationality.

The world before him became different in his eyes.

The movements of everyone around seemed to be slowed down.

The respectful smiles on the faces of the hotel executives concealed tension and calculation; the guests in the distance cast shocked and speculative glances...

He can "see" everyone's emotional fluctuations, "hear" their true inner thoughts, and "calculate" their most likely next action.

Thoughts raced through my mind at an unprecedented speed.

Countless thoughts surfaced like stars, only to be easily captured, categorized, and analyzed.

Some business questions that had been accumulating over time suddenly became clear in an instant.

In the blink of an eye, he reconstructed the cash flow model of Lanfeng International Hotel, deduced the brand strategy of Songmei Apparel after Singles' Day, assessed the true asset value of Yannan Film and Television Base, and found a more reasonable direction for Rongliu Capital's subsequent acquisitions...

Secretary Kim, Su Yu, Ouyang Xian Yue, Wu Ke Zhi, Anne Kate…

Everyone's personality, strengths, weaknesses, abilities, character...

Like clear character cards, they are quietly displayed in his mental palace.

All the information flowed calmly and orderly in his mind like a data stream.

However, this is not entirely "divine".

Beneath his absolute rationality and aloofness, he could still feel the heartbeat of "Real Tang Song" accelerating slightly with anticipation of seeing Xiao Jing, and he could feel the genuine emotional warmth that belonged to him.

Tang Song gently closed his eyes, feeling the charm of "player Tang Song" with 99 points in the game, and experienced an unprecedented feeling.

The two consciousnesses merged perfectly at this moment.

The absolute rationality of the "reflection" gives the "real Tang and Song Dynasties" a special "divine" shell.

He became a completely new version of himself.

When the surrounding executives saw their boss suddenly stop moving, they immediately stopped as well.

No one dared to ask; they simply waited quietly in place.

It was only for a fleeting moment.

Tang Song raised his eyes again.

His already deep eyes became even more profound and somber.

The gentle smile that had been present on his handsome face vanished completely, replaced by an indescribable aloofness and composure.

He did nothing and said nothing, yet he exuded an invisible but powerful aura that made the surrounding air seem heavy.

(End of this chapter)