At the same time.

A banquet at the Guangheng Business District was underway.

At the banquet scene, various celebrities and high-profile individuals mingled and clinked their glasses.

Some formed groups engaged in conversation, others stood by the buffet tables, sampling the fine foods and wines.

And then there were those who, feeling inspired by the music, took to the dance floor for a song.

The charmers weren’t lacking either, flirting with rich heiresses and hostesses.

Those in attendance today, could truly be described as stars shining brightly.

Every single one of them was a heavyweight from the Southeast region.

To pluck just one from the crowd, each was a local tycoon or distinguished gentleman, with a net worth of no less than ten billion.

Yet among them all, the most eye-catching was Su Yueru.

Tonight, she wore a silver-white evening dress.

The sleek gown outlined her graceful figure.

Her flawless skin, perfect features, and elegant manners captivated all who looked her way.

Even the popular celebrities who came to perform faded into insignificance before Su Yueru’s dazzling aura.

One who shines too brightly naturally attracts more attention.

The gazes of the women were filled mostly with jealousy and envy.

But the gazes of the men were filled more with longing and a strong desire to possess.

One certain wealthy young man, who considered himself somewhat capable, had long since marked Su Yueru as his prey.

What puzzled him was why such prime catch had not been claimed by anyone else yet.

The bold starve, the timid swell up.

He decided to make the first move.

"Miss, I am Tang Wang, president of Feidong Group from Canglangzhou. May I have the honor of asking you for a dance?"

Though Tang Wang tried to appear gentlemanly, the pride and sleaze could hardly be concealed in the corners of his eyes and arch of his brows.

Su Yueru immediately felt a surge of disgust, but out of politeness, she replied with a light smile, "Thank you for the kind offer, Mr. Tang, but I’m sorry, I don’t dance."

"Don’t dance? How could a lady so beautiful not know how to dance? Please, do me the honor."

"I really don’t, excuse me."

Saying she couldn’t dance was of course a tactful rejection, for aside from her husband, Su Yueru would never dance with another man.

Su Yueru turned and walked towards the buffet tables.

Tang Wang, however, immediately felt unhappy, feeling as if he couldn’t save face.

So, he chased after her, blocking Su Yueru’s way: "Miss, isn’t it rather rude to reject me so abruptly?"

Su Yueru was also a bit annoyed, "What, am I supposed to dance with you out of compulsion when I can’t? You are quite amusing."

"What if I insist that you dance with me?" Tang Wang’s face darkened.

He had thought the woman before him was just a model or actress invited by the organizers to attend.

He, Tang Wang, had extended an invitation; that was a favor to her.

And she dared to refuse?

Wasn’t this just putting on airs?

Hearing the man’s words, Su Yueru laughed.

She hadn’t expected such unreasonable harassment from a man at this kind of event.

Seeing Su Yueru’s contemptuous smile, Tang Wang grew even angrier.

"I can assure you, there hasn’t been a woman yet who could refuse an invitation from me, Tang Wang. You’d best know your place."

Su Yueru grew angry as well, her arms crossed over her chest.

"And what if I truly don’t know my place?"

"Then I’ll..."

Just as Tang Wang was about to spew threats, he was abruptly dragged away by a good friend.

Then his friend bowed and hastily apologized to Su Yueru: "Miss Su, my friend has had too much to drink, please forgive his offense. I’m so sorry, so sorry!"

Su Yueru couldn’t be bothered to pursue the matter further, nodded her head, and walked away.

Tang Wang was pulled back to their small gathering by his friend.

Amidst a volley of reprimands from his friends, one after another, they berated him.

"Tang Wang, are you tired of living or what? Of all people, why did you have to provoke her? If I hadn’t intervened in time, you wouldn’t even know how you died!"

"You’re like a sparrow on the back of a bull, truly magnificent. Hitting on women with no regard for your life, you’re a real role model."

Tang Wang was dumbfounded by the scolding.

"What... What’s the big deal? Isn’t she just a model or actress hired by the organizers?"

"A model your ass! She’s not just any model. She’s the prestigious chairman of the Su Group in Tianhe City, Su Yueru!"

Tang Wang scratched his head: "Damn, it’s her? I misunderstood. Who would have thought we’d have such a stunning figure in our business world. Haha!"

"Hey? I’m saying the Su Group isn’t all that impressive, why are you all acting so shocked as if it’s a matter of life and death? Is it necessary?"

Tang Wang’s voice was a bit loud.

His friend, frightened, immediately covered his mouth.

"Would you keep your voice down! You might not value your life, but we want to live!"

Another friend asked, "The Su Group isn’t really that impressive. But do you know who this woman’s husband is?"

Tang Wang became more and more confused and sneered, "I know, isn’t it the notorious loser son-in-law of the Su Family, Ye Fei, a complete good-for-nothing?"

"Damn your ancestors! Shut up! Shut up!"

His friend once again forcefully covered Tang Wang’s mouth.

This time he wished he could smother him to death right then and there.