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Chapter 622 Annie, come here

Inside the brightly lit banquet hall.

After a brief silence, an explosion of discussion erupted.

Tian Chengye, who was still immersed in the shock brought by the name Ouyang Xianyue, suddenly turned his head and stared blankly at Shangguan Qiuyue next to his daughter, his heart filled with turmoil.

Jingjing... When did she meet Ms. Ouyang?

How could she have become good friends with Director Kim's assistant?
And he knew absolutely nothing about any of this.

It's important to understand that Smile Holdings is not a traditional company.

Kim Mi-so's assistant is far more than just a minor figure handling daily tasks.

She also gets deeply involved in the group's top-level strategic decisions, and even represents Director Kim in the covert talent development and relationship network building.

Her status is in no way inferior to any of the publicly known senior executives at Smile Holdings.

He always knew that his daughter was a very smart person, clever from a young age, and had basically never suffered any losses.

He simply has absolutely no interest in running a business.

That's why he felt comfortable letting his daughter join Jinxiu Commerce and Trade and participate in the mid-level management training at Smile Holdings.

Even the fact that her daughter was chosen by Smile Holdings to enter the headquarters and be assigned to Tangyi Precision.

He was pleasantly surprised, but not particularly surprised.

But he never imagined that his daughter had gone so far and so deep down this path!

Immediately, his gaze involuntarily turned to Tang and Song.

The details of what had happened earlier were instantly pieced together, forming a chilling guess in his mind.

Shangguan Qiuyue and Fan Wenzeng came in with him, and they kept a low profile.

Quan Jing's Luo Bin also knew Tang Song, and even greeted him first.

Despite knowing Meng Chuan and Mellon's backgrounds, the clever daughter consistently and forcefully stated her position.

The Tang and Song dynasties were definitely not as simple as he imagined.

What else is he hiding?!

In a flash, Tian Chengye quickly concealed all the shock on his face.

Approaching Shangguan Qiuyue, he said warmly and politely, "So it's Assistant Shangguan, my apologies! And Jingjing, you didn't even tell me in advance that such an important guest was coming, so I could have personally greeted him!"

Shangguan Qiuyue smiled and said, "Chairman Tian, ​​you're too kind. Today is Xiaojing's day, and as her friend, I'm just here to offer my blessings."

"Thank you! It's our honor!" Then, Tian Chengye turned to Luo Bin, "Director Luo, I've heard so much about you! To be honest, Zhongcheng and I personally have entrusted your firm with several of our business matters. I just haven't had the chance to meet you until now. I never expected to run into you here today."

He extended his hand as a sign of respect.

"Hello, Chairman Tian." Luo Bin shook hands with him politely.

Immediately afterwards, Qin Dechang and others also surrounded them, their attitude extremely enthusiastic.

Unlike foreign capital such as Meng Chuan and Conrad, Smile Holdings has penetrated into various sectors in China.

Some of their businesses overlap with each other's.

No matter what, they dared not offend Shangguan Qiuya.

Qin Hua and the others who followed Meng Chuan were all stunned, unsure of what to say for a moment.

Meng Chuan took a deep breath and lowered his voice.

He quickly explained Shangguan Qiuyue's identity and the energy she represented, as well as the gift Ouyang Xian Yue had just given him, to Conrad Mellon beside him.

Conrad's eyes flashed, and the anger and coldness in them quickly subsided, replaced by a solemn expression.

Smile Holdings is a vast business empire spanning multiple sectors including finance, technology, consumption, and entertainment.

And that Director Jin is a true super tycoon.

Her assistant is here, and should be given the utmost respect no matter what.

Then, his gaze fell upon the ever-calm Tang and Song dynasties.

No wonder they were so confident just now.

However, given his and Meng Chuan's pride, it was impossible for them to quickly change their attitude and take the initiative to talk after having just had a conflict with Tang Song.

At most, it's an admission that the other party does indeed have the confidence to back it up.

...

Standing at the center of the storm, Xiao Jing looked at the reactions of her parents, relatives, friends, and Meng Chuan, and felt an unparalleled excitement and thrill!
The grand show I meticulously planned has finally begun as scheduled!
Moreover, it went even more smoothly than she had imagined!

Ms. Ouyang's gift, coupled with the endorsement of Shangguan Qiuyue's identity.

That was enough to intimidate the entire audience.

And it should be even more effective for her father.

After all, Huineng Electronics' most critical crisis right now is its technology. If it can get help from Tangyi Precision, it will be much more direct and effective than capital injections from Lin Jingming or Meng Chuan!

She was also puzzled as to why Ms. Ouyang would give her a gift.

But now is clearly not the time to delve into these matters.

Next, after making a birthday wish, I'll try to make things happen with Huineng Electronics. I hope Sister Shangguan can help me out.

Then, she couldn't help but look at her boyfriend.

Darling, this is the stage I've carefully built for you! Surprised?
Immediately afterwards, I saw the mischievousness and deep thought in my boyfriend's eyes.

A sense of shame, of being seen through and exposed, welled up in my heart again.

Xiao Jing bit her lip, her cheeks flushing red.

In her heart, she cried out: "Lord Tang Song, if you are angry because Xiao Jing 'schemed against you,' then punish me severely!"

……

It was nearly 8 p.m.

As a piece of elegant string music slowly rose in the banquet hall, the lights shifted, and the lively atmosphere gradually turned into a warm one.

On the huge LED screen of the main stage, pre-recorded video clips featuring blessings and jokes from relatives and friends began to play.

The video has finished playing.

The female host, dressed in an elegant evening gown, walked onto the stage with a smile.

"Dear guests, good evening. Thank you all for taking time out of your busy schedules to attend the birthday party of our beautiful little princess, Ms. Tian Jing."

"Next, let's give a warm round of applause to our most dazzling birthday star tonight, Ms. Tian Jing, to come up on stage and share her thoughts on her 23rd birthday!"

Amidst thunderous applause.

Xiao Jing lifted her skirt and gracefully walked onto the main stage.

"I am truly, truly grateful to everyone for taking the time out of your busy schedules..."

Xiao Jing smiled and delivered a thank-you speech, sharing her feelings about her birthday party.

Her face was full of a sweet and happy smile.

That concludes the speech.

The lights changed again.

The host stepped forward again and said in a slightly mysterious and ceremonial tone:

"Thank you so much, Ms. Tian Jing, for your wonderful sharing. Now, we will move on to the most sacred and pure part of our evening – birthday wishes and blessings. Here, we have a small and special request: in order for all of us to temporarily set aside the distractions of the outside world and wholeheartedly send our most sincere blessings to Jing Jing, we hope that you can temporarily hand over your mobile phones, cameras, and other electronic devices to us for safekeeping."

Let's truly live in the present moment together and witness this wonderful occasion, shall we?

Xiao Jing was slightly taken aback upon hearing these words.

Clearly, this was not within the scope of her design.

In her original script, she planned to use this segment to formally reveal the identity of this "big shot" by thanking her close friend Shangguan Qiuyue.

Although this segment is now missing, Tang Song and Shangguan Qiuya should be invited to the stage next.

Cut the cake and make a wish with yourself.

But now... the script has clearly been completely disrupted.

Immediately afterwards, she saw her parents' smiling eyes.

What?! (ω)!

Xiao Jing instantly realized what was happening.

I said, Mr. Tian and Ms. Chen, you two really know how to cause trouble!

Soon, several well-trained waiters wearing silver masks quietly moved among the guests, carrying trays lined with velvet cushions.

Although everyone was somewhat surprised, they all cooperated and handed over their phones and cameras under the influence of the atmosphere.

"Da da da--"

All the main lights in the banquet hall were turned off at the same time.

The scene was enveloped in romantic darkness, with only a few ambient lights twinkling in the corners.

An excited cheer erupted from the crowd.

To the strains of a melodious piano variation of "Happy Birthday," a huge, five-tiered birthday cake decorated with white roses and crystal frosting was slowly wheeled in by the waiter.

Everyone instinctively gathered around the warm light source.

Some of Xiaojing's friends started clapping and singing "Happy Birthday".

On the main stage, a white curtain silently descended from the ceiling.

Behind the stage, in the staff passage, several staff members carrying various equipment quickly walked onto the stage and began to efficiently and precisely debug the equipment.

At a time when no one is paying attention.

Five figures wearing silver masks, who had been blending in with the waiters, also silently slipped behind the curtain under the cover of darkness.

They began their "transformation."

at the same time.

The side door leading from the Star Language Hall to the main banquet hall was gently opened.

A group of four, two men and two women, wearing exquisite half-face masks, quietly walked into the crowd that had become dimly lit due to the wishing ceremony.

Their gazes, almost simultaneously, passed through the flickering candlelight and the bustling crowd, landing on Tang Song, who stood next to Tian Jing.

Immediately afterwards, Tang Song glanced in their direction as if by accident.

Make precise eye contact with each of them.

In an instant, different waves of emotion surged in the hearts of the four people.

Wu Kezhi's face tightened, and he subconsciously straightened up, nodding solemnly in acknowledgment.

Zheng Qiudong pushed up his mask, revealing a bright smile.

Mo Xiangwan's eyes flickered, as a woman, especially one who had a lot of contact with Tang Song.

She could clearly sense the difference between Tang and Song at this moment, and seemed to understand why Anne Kate had changed her mind at the last minute.

Actually, she came here with a special purpose.

Besides the Echo flash mob, it also served as a formal introduction for Su Yu and Tian Jing, and a chance to chat.

By defining Anne Kate as a "villain," they were preparing for the later "alliance" between Su Yu and Tian Jing, since Anne was definitely one of Director Jin's people.

Just as their emotions were churning, the birthday wish and candle blowing activities were coming to an end.

"Happy birthday to you..."

Amidst the warm singing of everyone, Xiao Jing clasped her hands together, closed her eyes, made a long wish, then took a deep breath and blew out the candles.

The audience erupted in enthusiastic applause, cheers, and blessings.

Just then, Xiao Jing suddenly and boldly kissed Tang Song's lips in front of everyone.

Tang Song seemed to have sensed it beforehand and showed no surprise, responding only gently.

A dangerous glint flashed in Annie's eyes amidst the crowd.

Despite having been warned, she remained extremely resentful.

In fact, she had extended invitations to Tang Song to attend her birthday party multiple times, but had not received a response.

In her opinion, she was better than this Eastern girl in every way.

But she never enjoyed such treatment.

This was the main reason she volunteered to come, but now she can only watch quietly as the other party "shows its teeth and claws".

The blessings gradually faded away.

According to the normal procedure, the main lights in the banquet hall should turn back on at this time.

However, it did not.

The entire banquet hall remained shrouded in a romantic and mysterious darkness.

Well-trained "waiters" quietly moved among the crowd and around the stage.

at this time--

A bright spotlight suddenly shone from the direction of the main stage.

Behind the white curtain, five sexy and graceful figures could be vaguely seen, along with the outlines of some indistinct musical instruments.

"What's going on? There's another performance?"

"I didn't know. I didn't expect Xiaojing to have hired a band?"

...

Murmurings arose from the crowd.

Xiao Jing also showed a look of astonishment.

She genuinely didn't know about this. Originally, she planned to show off her affection and, while the atmosphere was right, chat with Shangguan Qiuyue and share her wishes.

Who would have thought it would take so many twists and turns?

The script has completely spiraled out of control.

Conrad Mellon raised an eyebrow, then turned to Meng Chuan beside him and asked in English, "So, this is the 'party surprise' you were talking about?"

Meng Chuan smiled confidently and expectantly. "Trust me, Conrad, it will definitely be worth the trip."

The reason he specifically invited Conrad was not to show his support or make a good impression; in his view, that was completely unnecessary.

The real reason was that Tian Chengye was worried that he would break his promise.

They specifically revealed the news that "Echo, Asia's top girl group right now, will be performing."

Meng Chuan is also a young man with a wide range of interests; he has played music and published books.

He saw Echo's concert live in Singapore last year and was deeply impressed by her top-notch stage presence.

That's why he invited Conrad away from his busy work to get closer to him.

After all, their family office has a very close relationship with Bank of New York Mellon, and if he wants to smoothly inherit the family business in the future, he must maintain a good relationship with the Mellon family.

Amidst dull business negotiations, a top-notch audio-visual feast is undoubtedly the best social lubricant.

I just didn't expect that Tang Song and Shangguan Qiuya would happen.

"Ding ding dong~~"

The ethereal synthesizer tone of the electronic keyboard unfolds slowly, like a flowing river of stars.

A wall of riffs from an electric guitar with a delayed effect cuts in right after...

With just a few seconds of intro, a vibrant and sophisticated musical atmosphere, delivered through top-of-the-line sound equipment, enveloped the entire banquet hall!
"Shh-"

The white curtain collapsed without warning!

On the stage, five figures bathed in bright spotlights were clearly visible to everyone.

They wore stylish white and gold performance costumes, adorned with numerous accessories and sequins that refracted a dazzling, shimmering light under the lights.

The high-waisted shorts and close-fitting bras perfectly accentuated their rigorously trained, healthy, and powerful physiques.

Each of them carried the confidence and charisma of a top idol.

Because of the proximity, and the presence of spotlights.

Their unique and beautiful faces were clearly visible to everyone.

"Pei Yanke!"

"Xiao Meiqi! It's KIKI Xiao Meiqi!"

"Aaaaaaahh ...

The young people who recognized them erupted like a powder keg, bursting into huge cheers and incredible screams.

As one of Asia's most popular girl groups, their fame is undeniable.

Besides singing, each member is active in various variety shows, movies, and TV dramas.

Pei Yanke, Xiao Meiqi, Xia Zhiyao, Ding Li, Lin Shuran.

They each have their own unique features in terms of appearance, physique, and personality.

Each of them is a top-tier celebrity.

Seeing a complete Echo at a birthday party is simply unbelievable.

Only then did they belatedly realize why they had just "handed over" the photography equipment.

Xiao Jing's eyes widened, she instinctively covered her mouth, and her face flushed red as she let out an incredulous scream.

She is a true Echo fan, having followed their songs and performances since her university days.

The shock and surprise of suddenly appearing at one's own birthday party, arriving without any warning, is enormous.

A powerful beat began.

"BGM: The midnight bells shattered the fairy tale; the pumpkin carriage should have been abandoned long ago..."

Lead singer Pei Yanke's incredibly powerful voice instantly ignited the entire banquet hall!

The five people on stage moved in sync with the drumbeats, and every wave and every hip sway was full of sexiness and charm.

Combined with eye contact and facial expressions, it is very captivating.

Immediately afterwards, Xiao Meiqi, who was in charge of rap, switched places with Pei Yanke with a neat and cool move.

A textured rap voice blares in: "Ay, check it, one two!."

Excited, Xiao Jing rushed down to the stage and grabbed Xu Qing, who had somehow gotten close to her.

Cheer and wave your arms to the powerful and catchy rhythm.

Soon, more and more people gathered around.

The atmosphere at the scene reached its peak.

In this adrenaline-pumping atmosphere, Meng Chuan and Conrad Mellon, who were originally sitting in their seats, also stood up.

His gaze swept over the figures on the stage.

Meng Chuan turned his head and asked, "How was it? Not disappointed, right?"

Conrad Mellon made no attempt to hide the fervor in his eyes, saying, "Indeed, very... professional, energetic and sexy, I love it."

Meng Chuan chuckled, clinked glasses with him, and quietly introduced the girl group's influence in Asia.

A few minutes later.

As the last drumbeat fell, the music abruptly ended on the final note of its climax.

In a moment of silence, the five girls on stage struck a sexy ending pose.

Sweat trickled down their delicate jawlines, their chests heaved violently, and each of their eyes shone with a burning, bright light.

"Wow—"

A burst of enthusiastic applause and cheers erupted.

The five members of Echo bowed to the audience.

Team leader Pei Yanke smiled brightly and warmly, waving to Xiao Jing below the stage.

A pleasant voice rang out: "Thank you all so much for joining us in this special flash mob performance. Did you notice that we were just among the servers here?"

A series of incredulous exclamations rang out.

For young people who grew up immersed in the internet wave, "flash mob" is a very familiar concept.

I've seen similar videos countless times on Douyin and Bilibili.

However, it is extremely rare for a star of Echo's caliber to make a surprise appearance at a private birthday party as a "new song premiere".

After exchanging a few brief words with everyone, Pei Yanke continued, "Today is also a very special day, Jingjing—"

Immediately afterwards, the other four members also spoke in unison, using their sweetest voices:

Happy birthday! We love you!

As soon as he finished speaking, the masked security personnel from Sheng Tang, who were already prepared, quickly stepped forward.

A subtle wall of people formed between the stage and the audience.

The five members of Echo walked off the stage one after another.

Laughing and joking, they gave Xiaojing one warm hug after another.

Xiao Jing's face flushed with excitement as she called out everyone's nicknames.

……

Amidst a lively atmosphere.

Three masked figures, each carrying a wine glass, walked through the crowd and finally stopped beside Tang Song.

"Mr. Tang, Attorney Luo, Assistant Shangguan." "Mr. Tang."...

Luo Bin and Shangguan Qiuya stood up in response.

Tang Song remained calmly leaning back in his chair, his gaze sweeping over the characters in the game one by one, nodding to each of them in greeting.

Her posture was elegant and relaxed.

The group took their seats one after another, instantly creating a quiet and solemn private space.

It stands out from the noisy atmosphere around it.

It instantly attracted the attention of some people with ulterior motives.

Tang Song's gaze subtly swept over the bar area not far away.

Anne was leaning against the corner, her blue eyes carrying a hint of anger.

It was obvious that this proud foreign woman was jealous of Xiao Jing's special treatment and his previous deliberate reminders.

In this way, she was silently expressing her "protest," hoping that he would take the initiative to invite her over.

Tang Song smiled indifferently, withdrew his gaze, and turned it back to the five people sitting in a circle in front of him.

This is the first time.

All the key figures in his business empire, and the controllers of every branch of interest, gathered around him in this informal way.

Even though Secretary Jin, Su Yu, and Ouyang Xian Yue didn't come, it was as if they had sent people over.

We keep a close eye on this place, listening to his voice and his will.

They represent:
Tang Jin Family Office, Smile Holdings, Tangyi Precision, Jingwu Capital, Kate Trust, Dejurenhe, Tangzong Entertainment, Quanjing Law Firm...

They all sat quietly around him, centering their attention on him, watching him and waiting for him to speak.

He could clearly sense the inner turmoil in everyone: Zheng Qiudong's eagerness and ambition hidden beneath his smile, Mo Xiangwan's caution and probing, Wu Kezhi's calm observation...

His words and actions today will be like pebbles thrown into a lake, spreading outwards through this massive interest group.

It creates ripples that can change the landscape.

This was the first time he had truly touched the core of real power.

Under the absolutely rational perspective of the [Reflection], Tang and Song can still remain calm and composed, and even continue to conduct optimal strategy deductions.

But his true soul was trembling slightly.

He felt an unprecedented excitement and gained a deeper understanding of the word "power".

As Tang Song remained silent and observed, the others also composed themselves. Tang Song raised his wine glass, "It's rare for so many of us to gather again, let's have a toast first."

"Ding--"

Several crystal glasses gently clinked in the air, producing a crisp sound.

Everyone took a sip.

After putting down his wine glass, Tang Song's gaze fell on Zheng Qiudong.

With a half-smile, he said, "Old Zheng, you rushed here today, it can't just be to report your work results to me, right?"

Zheng Qiudong tightened his grip on his wine glass, a signature smile spreading across his face. "SCG has just completed its acquisition, and in order to better serve the companies in our ecosystem, I would like to invite Tian Jing to join Dejurenhe. She has deep expertise in the field of human resources and is intelligent and quick-witted. I believe that the Dejurenhe platform can perfectly showcase her talents."

He paused, then added, "Of course, most importantly, I hope to share Mr. Tang's burdens."

After a moment of eye contact, a knowing smile appeared in Tang Song's eyes.

As a system-certified "SSR character", Zheng Qiudong's abilities and temperament are impeccable.

The reason he got stuck at this point in time was...

This is because the conflict between Secretary Jin and Ouyang Xian Yue within the Tang Jin family office is escalating.

Factions have formed.

Xiaojing is a special individual.

She was an employee of Smile Holdings, but she was assigned to the core business unit of Tangyi Precision.

Secretary Kim's original intention was probably to see the precedent of Wen Ruan's "cultivation" and hope to use Xiao Jing to counterbalance the increasingly powerful Ouyang Xian Yue in the future.

Ouyang Xian Yue would not sit idly by and wait for his doom.

Xiao Jing, who is caught in the middle, will inevitably face various frictions and tortures from the two of them in the future.

Zheng Qiudong's move was to offer a solution for himself, thereby securing an important bargaining chip for Dejurenhe.

Because if you really think about it, the first person I had a flirtatious relationship with after returning to Yancheng was actually Xiaojing, my goddess colleague at the company.

His first date mission after obtaining the system was also with Xiao Jing.

In the blink of an eye, Tang and Song had already sorted out all the advantages and disadvantages.

But he didn't immediately respond to Zheng Qiudong's words; he simply glanced calmly at Xiao Jing, who was playing around with her friends.

After a moment of silence, he smiled faintly and said, "The idea is very good, but...aren't you afraid that she will take your position as chairman in the future?"

Zheng Qiudong's smile instantly froze on his face.

The others all looked at Zheng Qiudong, their expressions varying.

Everyone knows that the Tang and Song dynasties were always rational and correct.

When he makes a decision, or even just proposes a possibility, everyone takes it seriously.

Zheng Qiudong crossed his hands loosely and said with difficulty, "If President Tang thinks it's appropriate, I will support Miss Tian."

Tang Song neither confirmed nor denied it, saying, "I know about this matter."

This ambiguous attitude only made Zheng Qiudong feel more uncertain and uneasy.

Then, Tang Song turned his attention to Wu Kezhi.

Wu Kezhi sat up straight. "President Tang."

Tang Song spoke calmly, but got straight to the point, "Kezhi, you came all the way from Singapore this time because of Rongliu Capital, right?"

A hint of unease flashed across Wu Kezhi's usually calm face.

After a moment of silence, he slowly nodded and answered cautiously, "I just hope to understand your thoughts and intentions more accurately, Mr. Tang."

Rongliu Capital, a private equity firm, essentially overlaps with Jingwu Capital in many ways.

Tang and Song started anew, attracting two major conglomerates to invest tens of billions of dollars, and also intending to use Rongliu Capital to participate in the financing of Xuanji Guangjie. What is the strategic intention behind this?
Is it about fostering a new "Jingwu" to create internal competition?

Or is it... preparation for future power division and checks and balances?
He didn't understand.

But he knew that this matter was crucial to him and to the entire Jingwu Capital.

After much deliberation, I decided to come in person to seek an answer.

The others, including Shangguan Qiuyue and Luo Bin, held their breath and listened attentively.

……

The Echo girl group didn't linger for long.

After chatting with Xiaojing for a while and increasing my favorability with her,

Accompanied by security personnel from Sheng Tang, they quickly and orderly left the banquet hall via a special passage.

Soothing jazz music started playing again.

The lighting at the venue was switched back to a soft and bright banquet mode.

The female host returned to the stage at the opportune moment and announced loudly, "Thank you, Echo, for bringing us this unique and unparalleled star-studded feast!"

"Of course, I believe that it's not just the ladies of Echo who are sending their blessings to Ms. Tian Jing. Our registration area is overflowing with love from our dearest friends and family. Now, let's move on to the most interesting and suspenseful part of the evening—'The Blind Box of Love'!"

"Please enjoy the wine and food to your heart's content. Later, our hostesses will bring out all the gifts received during the registration. At that time, our birthday girl, Ms. Tian Jing, will randomly select three gifts to share her joy and gratitude with everyone!"

Waiters, carrying champagne and sliced ​​cake, smiled as they moved through the still excitedly discussing crowd.

As the absolute leading lady of the day, Xiaojing was surrounded by a group of friends, chattering away.

His words were filled with undisguised envy and awe.

the other side.

In a circle that also gathers a large number of people.

Qin Hua stood gracefully beside Conrad Mellon, still dutifully playing the role of "translator" and "social guide."

“An interesting game.” Conrad shrugged casually, raised his glass and took a sip. “Unfortunately, I didn’t prepare a gift.”

Immediately, he paused slightly.

Out of the corner of my eye, I was inadvertently drawn to a figure in the direction of the bar.

She was a tall woman wearing a mask.

Unlike the others, she didn't socialize with the crowd; instead, she casually leaned against the dimly lit corner of the bar, holding a scarlet wine glass.

She wore a phoenix mask that covered most of her face, and her head was slightly lowered, revealing only her delicate lips and jawline.

Her waist was slender, but her hips and buttocks were full and rounded, like an ancient Greek sculpture.

Blonde hair, blue eyes, tall and voluptuous, exuding power and explosive tension.

She occasionally swirled her wine glass gently, and beneath her form-fitting evening gown, it seemed as if surging waves were rising and falling.

She exudes a deadly, mature woman's hormonal aura.

Conrad's throat bobbed, his attention instantly drawn to the figure.

This was simply... a precise and brutal strike at his most primal aesthetic point.

He was certain that this woman had just arrived at the banquet hall.

His eyes blazed with undisguised, hormone-fueled admiration and passion.

Noticing Conrad's almost out-of-control reaction, Qin Hua, Meng Chuan, and the others subconsciously followed his gaze.

The first thing you see is a sexy, hot, and powerful blonde beauty.

Then he noticed a corner not far away.

There, six people were sitting in a circle, which seemed somewhat out of place with the noisy atmosphere of the banquet hall.

Tang Song leaned back calmly on the sofa, his posture casual and natural.

Around him sat five men and women, including Shangguan Qiuya and Luo Bin.

They all appeared very serious and earnest, a stark contrast to the Tang and Song dynasties at that time.

Seeing Conrad's somewhat flustered behavior, Qin Hua asked in a low voice, "Mr. Mellon, President Meng, do you know each other?"

Meng Chuan shook his head and turned to look at Conrad.

Conrad licked his lips, his eyes gleaming with eager anticipation. "We don't know each other now, but we will soon."

After saying that, he downed the champagne in his glass and casually placed it on a passing waiter's tray.

He slowly and methodically adjusted the collar of his clothes.

Qin Hua couldn't help but glance in Tang Song's direction again, feeling somewhat worried.

Judging from what just happened, this blonde beauty is clearly a friend of Tang and Song.

Conrad's direct approach might cause conflict.

……

It's not just them.

Even Tian Chengye and others, who were exchanging pleasantries with others, noticed the special atmosphere on Tang Song's side.

And those uninvited guests who wore masks and quietly took their seats.

Xiao Jing blinked her big, watery eyes in the crowd, and when she saw the outline of a familiar figure, her face instantly lit up with excitement.

Alright! Zheng Qiudong! You've finally arrived!
In her original plan, the chairman of Dejurenhe was her strongest trump card, which she planned to save until the end to deal with Meng Chuan.

Who would have thought this guy would arrive so late?

Of course, the most crucial thing is that he actually went straight to Brother Tang Song, and he seemed very familiar with him.

It's obvious that their relationship is anything but ordinary!
This is really great!
She could already foresee that when Zheng Qiudong appeared, her parents and friends would probably be shocked again.

Hey (*^▽^*)
Immediately afterwards, Xiao Jing's gaze involuntarily fell on Annie, who was only a few meters away from Tang Song.

wow!

Blonde hair, huge breasts, big-breasted woman, haughty…

Isn't this... a classic character from many adult anime?

Tang Song is indeed the "protagonist," surrounded by so many interesting people.

Xiao Jing's face flushed with excitement. She told her friend and quickly walked over there.

As she approached.

The people who were talking stopped at the same time.

Complex gazes were cast toward tonight's "leading lady".

They came here for different reasons, but the reason was the same: Tian Jing.

Some of them even had the intention to get in touch with her in advance.

"Song, Sister Shangguan, Director Luo." Xiao Jing greeted them sweetly, sat down affectionately next to Tang Song, and looked at Zheng Qiudong with a smile, "Chairman Zheng, you've finally arrived! Welcome to my birthday party!"

Zheng Qiudong, who had just been reprimanded by Tang Song, couldn't help but twitch his eyelids. He took off his mask and said, "Happy birthday, Xiao Jing."

At this moment.

Mo Xiangwan gently removed her mask and extended her hand, saying, "Happy birthday, Xiao Jing. I'm Mo Xiangwan, it's nice to meet you."

"Thank you, Sister Xiangwan. It's a pleasure to meet you too." Xiaojing looked at the other woman's bright and beautiful face and mature and elegant demeanor, lost in thought.

How come there are so many beautiful women around Brother Tang Song?

And this looks familiar, like I've seen it somewhere before.

Immediately afterwards, Wu Kezhi also removed his mask, revealing a warm smile on his solemn face. "Hello, Miss Tian, ​​I am Wu Kezhi. Happy birthday."

"Hello, Angkor! Thank you all for coming to my birthday party!" Xiao Jing bowed in greeting, but couldn't help but steal a glance at the three people.

For some reason, she felt that the way they looked at her was very complicated.

Moreover, the closer you get, the more you can feel their naturally powerful aura.

Sister Shangguan seemed to shrink in comparison to them.

On the contrary, the Tang and Song dynasties remained as calm and serene as ever.

Xiao Jing quickly approached, and only then did she feel much more at ease.

Then, her eyes fell on the large foreign woman not far away, and she paused for a moment.

Then I saw that Conrad Mellon had already walked past.

Not far behind him were Meng Chuan, Qin Hua, and others.

With their arrival, all eyes in the banquet hall turned to them.

Seeing this, Tian Chengye's heart tightened, and he quickly walked over.

...

Conrad Mellon stood beside the figure wearing the golden phoenix mask.

He flashed a charming smile. "Good evening, beautiful lady. Please forgive my intrusion, but a lady like you shouldn't be drinking alone."

He casually picked up a glass of unclaimed red wine from the bar, raised it towards the figure, and waited for a response.

Whether it was surprise, shyness, or a mixture of reluctance and acceptance.

However, Anne, who was wearing a mask, didn't even raise her head.

She simply swirled the wine in her glass, glancing absently at Tang Song and Xiao Jing.

It was as if Conrad was just a wisp of air.

Conrad Mellon raised his eyebrows; this slight sense of defeat only intensified his innate desire for conquest.

He stepped forward and stood directly in front of Annie, blocking her view.

"Perhaps my invitation wasn't sincere enough. Let me introduce myself. I'm Conrad Mellon, and I currently work at BNY Mellon. Perhaps we can get to know each other."

This time, Anne finally responded.

She slowly raised her head.

Those icy blue eyes peeking through the gaps in the mask were nothing but chillingly cold.

"Step aside. Now."
From her bright red lips came emotionless English words, carrying an unquestionable air of command.

She was already in a terrible mood, and now some overconfident fool dared to harass her and even fantasize about having something happen between them.

As for his so-called ridiculous self-introduction, it was even less worth mentioning in her eyes.

The fact that she doesn't remember the other person says it all.

Not to mention him, even Maurice Mellon, one of the direct heirs of the Mellon family who was once pursuing her madly.

If anyone dares to bother her at this time, she will absolutely humiliate them in public without any mercy.

In fact, in her eyes, the Mellon family had long since fallen from grace.

Mellon, who once dominated the steel, oil, and financial empires, now maintains his influence more quietly through charitable foundations and family offices.

Even that prestigious name, Bank of New York Mellon.

The direct control of the family has also been diluted by time and the market.

In this respect, she is far inferior to the Kate family, not to mention that she herself occupies a central position in Jingwu Capital and the Tang Jin family office.

Conrad Mellon's smile froze completely.

This humiliating "response" enraged him.

He was about to say something, but when he met those beautiful eyes again, he was suddenly stunned.

For some reason, he sensed a familiar scent emanating from the other person.

He felt as if he had seen this woman before.

And it's a similar scene, only much grander.

Where is it exactly?
New York…banquet hall…party…

Words raced through his mind, Conrad's expression shifted as he frantically pondered.

As the tense atmosphere shifted, it immediately attracted the attention of more guests.

However, they just watched from afar, and no one dared to actually go up and say anything.

Seeing this, Meng Chuan raised an eyebrow, stepped forward, and chuckled, "Conrad, it seems your charm has encountered a slight challenge in front of this beautiful lady today. Don't worry, things always..."

Before he could finish speaking, Annie's cold gaze fell on him again.

“And you,” she gestured with her chin toward Conrad, “Take your puppy and leave.”
This statement is no longer a simple offense, but a strong insult and a threat to drive the person away.

The gentle and refined smile on Meng Chuan's face vanished instantly, replaced by a gloomy expression.

The expressions on the faces of all the guests who were watching the commotion froze!
A multitude of astonished gazes focused on the woman wearing the phoenix mask.

Is this woman insane?!
She actually used this method to humiliate both Meng Chuan and Conrad Mellon at the same time?!

"Haha, Meng Chuan, Mr. Mellon, what brings you here? I've been looking everywhere for you! I had someone fetch a bottle of Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon from the cellar, let's have a taste together!"

Tian Chengye, who arrived in a hurry, forced his way into the frozen air, trying to smooth things over.

However, Meng Chuan did not respond to him, but subconsciously looked at Conrad beside him.

Waiting for the expected, intense reaction from the other party.

He knew that Conrad had never been a good-tempered person, let alone someone from a top-tier family. How could he possibly tolerate this level of humiliation?
Strangely, Conrad simply stood there, motionless.

His face turned pale and then flushed, and his expression kept changing.

Anne's smile grew increasingly dangerous; she seemed to think the scene wasn't exciting enough.

Suddenly, she turned her cold eyes to Tian Chengye, who had come to smooth things over.

As far as she knew, this was Tian Jing's father.

According to her original "script," she planned to give the other party a good "scare."

Just as the atmosphere completely froze.

A voice devoid of any emotion came from a seat not far away.

"Annie, come here."

These four simple words carry an unquestionable sense of command.

Annie looked up at where Tang Song was.

Meeting the other person's calm and indifferent eyes, I couldn't help but feel a slight chill.

Her ample E-cup breasts heaved.

"Step aside!"

Anne impatiently uttered the word again to Conrad in front of her.

However, this time Conrad Mellon's reaction was completely different.

He shuddered and, almost startled, took a large step back to the side.

He bent down, his face filled with a mixture of shock and fear.

Her voice trembled as she said, "Ca...Cat...Ms. Kate!"

Upon witnessing this dramatic reversal, the expressions on the faces of the people, who were initially in a state of extreme tension, were instantly replaced by astonishment.

Anne casually removed the gorgeous mask from her face and tossed it carelessly onto the gleaming bar counter.

A beautiful, delicate, and three-dimensional face came into everyone's view.

Upon seeing that familiar face, Meng Chuan's face paled, and he blurted out, "Ms. Kate! You...you're..."

Because they are both located in Singapore, their family and Jingwu Capital have collaborated on several projects.

Although he wasn't very involved in this business, he had seen the other party from afar at several high-level meetings.

Naturally, he knew this renowned heir to the American Kate family.

The atmosphere in the banquet hall became increasingly eerie and quiet.

"Da da da--"

The crisp, rhythmic click of high heels rang out.

Annie didn't even glance at them, and walked straight towards Tang Song's direction.

"Swipe brush-"

A series of astonished gazes focused on the blonde, blue-eyed woman.

Her steps were elegant and graceful, and her whole being exuded an extreme level of sexiness and allure.

Yet it also exudes a highly aggressive aesthetic.

Judging from the near-out-of-control behavior of Conrad Mellon and Meng Chuan, everyone present has realized that the other party is no ordinary person.

The expressions on the faces of some people who had vaguely guessed the truth were extremely interesting.

Tian Chengye's throat bobbed, and his lips twitched uncontrollably.

The name "Kate" carries a significance that is in no way inferior to, and perhaps even surpasses, that of "Mellon."

Despite being one of America's top ten conglomerates, Kate remains active in American industry, military, and finance, and her style of doing things is even more aggressive.

Kate Bank, Kate Foundation, Kate Trust...

Xiao Jing sat upright next to Tang Song, her usually watery eyes now filled with blankness and confusion.

She seemed to have transformed into a larger version of Xu Qing.

O__O
What…what’s going on?!
The events have not only completely deviated from her script, but are also heading in an even more bizarre and unbelievable direction!

This blonde bombshell, who appeared out of nowhere and possessed an incredibly powerful aura, managed to scare Meng Chuan and Conrad Mellon to this extent.

This isn't just "shocking," it's downright "miracle," okay?!

A strong sense of loss of control washed over me.

For the first time, Xiao Jing felt panicked and at a loss.

She had always aspired to be the "Empress" of the Tang and Song dynasties, and for this reason, she even meticulously planned this birthday banquet.

But the power displayed by this blonde, busty foreign woman was even more terrifying than that of Wen Ruan and Shangguan Qiuya.

If she has feelings for Tang Song, then she's really doomed!

The "big boss" she fabricated to scare Xu Qing seems... to actually exist!
...

Anne arrived at the booth area.

Everyone's gaze involuntarily and gradually shifted to Tang Song, who was standing there.

He just stood there.

He looked at Annie, who was walking towards him, with a calm yet scrutinizing gaze.

A handsome face, an impeccable physique, a unique temperament...

In this special atmosphere, it exudes an almost ascetic beauty.

It was only at this moment that the crowd, who were already numb with shock, belatedly noticed.

The uninvited guests around Tang and Song have already taken off their masks.

The next second, several more exclamations rang out:
"Zheng Qiudong!"

"It's... the chairman of Dejurenhe!"

...

As a business "influencer" who has been frequently active in major financial summits and news programs in recent years and has been actively building his personal brand.

In addition, he has an extremely handsome appearance and outstanding temperament.

Zheng Qiudong is extremely well-known.

Many people at the scene recognized him.

However, Meng Chuan's gaze seemed fixed on him.

He stared in disbelief at the composed and reserved middle-aged man beside Zheng Qiudong.

His expression became even more horrified.

He actually saw Wu Kezhi, the chairman and CEO of Jingwu Capital?

(End of this chapter)