"What did you mean by what you just said to him?"

Chi Youyou stuffed a small pastry into her mouth, her dark eyes fixated on Song Shiyu’s face, trying to discern something from his expression.

However, there was nothing.

Song Shiyu’s peripheral vision remained on her, capturing her every little expression.

"Nothing much."

He straightened his short sleeves, "I just don’t like being threatened by others."

Chi Youyou: ...

You’re the toughest, alright!

Still, she felt there was more to this matter than it seemed.

Knowing Song Shiyu’s personality, if someone threatened him, he definitely wouldn’t respond with so many words. He would just glance at them and walk away without a word.

Suppressing her doubts, she clicked her tongue and continued eating.

Since she was already here, she might as well enjoy a good meal instead of leaving on an empty stomach.

Now that the annoying pest was gone, she could finally enjoy a proper meal.

"Do you see, is that still the same Yun Family eldest daughter who stirred up all that chaos?"

"It really is!"

"She had a child without being married first!"

"Shh, keep it down, she’s quite powerful now; she owns the entire Yun Family!"

"Exactly, she must have some tricks up her sleeve... I heard her backing is the Song Group!"

"Ah? But isn’t Mr. Song engaged? Could it be..."

...

At this time, more whispers arose in the hall, and Chi Youyou hadn’t even swallowed her pastry before feeling nauseated by their chatter.

These wealthy heiresses and noblewomen must have too much free time, always gossiping.

Any time there’s excitement, they’re sure to be at the forefront!

"Could there really be something? Look, even Miss Chi’s face has changed."

"If that’s the case, we’re in for a good show!"

"Today truly wasn’t a wasted trip! We just saw one scene, and now another!"

...

"What’s going on?"

Fang Yifei and her group returned to the second floor, immediately hearing a commotion downstairs.

Standing at the railing, they saw a striking woman at the entrance. Unlike Chi Youyou’s beauty, her allure was aggressive.

Yun Zhi had worn a simple white blazer with black high ponytail and fiery red lipstick, catching eyes yet making people hesitate to approach.

"Did you invite her?"

"She’s just taken over the Yun Family, so I had to oblige, and she’s collaborating with the Song Group."

Saying this, Fang Yifei glanced toward Chi Youyou, "Originally, I wanted to stir trouble between the two, even though I knew Brother Shiyu has no interest in that Yun Family woman; annoying Chi Youyou would suffice..."

"Today’s gathering was a complete loss for us."

Nan Zhi shook her head.

"Cousin, not necessarily."

Fang Yifei saw Yun Zhi’s eyes brighten at the sight of Song Shiyu and directly head toward them, feeling a bit of anticipation.

At this moment, she really hoped Song Shiyu and Yun Zhi would have something going on.

"Who’s that now?"

Fang Ying was pulled along by Song Xingruo as they ascended the stairs, seeing Yun Zhi approach Song Shiyu, her curiosity piqued.

Song Xingruo wanted to leave, but couldn’t help gazing, finding the person familiar...

"Mom, that’s the Yun Family’s eldest daughter who returned, rumored to have formidable tactics; she took over the Yun Family shortly after returning, and somehow struck a deal with our Song Group, with Assistant Jiang handling it personally."

"I remember now, your dad mentioned this!"

Fang Ying frowned, wondering what Song Shiyu was thinking, often helping outsiders over his own family!

At this, she suddenly exclaimed:

"Ah! Could it be your cousin fancies her?"

"Mom!"

"Look, look, she’s walking toward your cousin in front of everyone... Tsk, now that Chi Youyou should know when to retreat!"

Fang Ying snorted.

"Mom, stop saying that, Chi Youyou’s maternal family is the Cheng Family! That Cheng Family!"

"So what! Is our Fang Family lacking now?"

Song Xingruo, seeing her mother still being stubborn, chose not to speak further, focusing back on Jinshu.

Doomed!

What if Chi Youyou spoke ill of her in front of Jinshu!

"What’s this Yun Family eldest daughter up to?"

"No idea, she’s heading directly for Mr. Song."

"Keep it down; you can’t afford to offend Mr. Song!"

...

Yun Zhi, with a calm expression, casually picked a wine glass from a tray and strode toward Song Shiyu, seemingly ignoring the surrounding chatter.

Most people in the hall were now looking their way.

One was a newly returned and formidable Yun Family eldest daughter and CEO, the other was Song Group’s CEO, along with Chi Youyou from her maternal Cheng Family.

Only a Fang Family heiress missing, and it would be a grand drama of the year.

"Whoa, raising a toast right off?"

"What’s going on here?"

In full view, Yun Zhi called out to Song Shiyu, raising her glass, saying:

"Mr. Song, I really owe you for your help last time."

The crowd nodded, realizing Mr. Song’s assistance had enabled her to successfully take over the Yun Group.

"If Mr. Song helped her, won’t Miss Chi be jealous?"

"Both women have their unique charm; how will Mr. Song choose?"

"Only a child chooses; Mr. Song should have them both!"

"An alliance with Cheng Family, but what if Mr. Song doesn’t love Miss Chi, that’d be quite a scandal!"

...

"No need for such courtesy, Miss Yun. If you want to thank someone, thank Youyou; she was very worried about you."

As lively discussions erupted, Song Shiyu suddenly spoke.

The crowd: ...

Thank Chi Youyou?

She was worried?

What does that mean?

"Sister Yun Zhi! You’re finally here! I barely know anyone at this party, so boring!"

While they were puzzled, Chi Youyou dashed over, intimately hooking onto Yun Zhi’s arm.

Sister Yun Zhi?

So Mr. Song helped this Yun Family eldest daughter because Miss Chi asked him?

No way!

Isn’t that the cold-faced King Yan, Song Shiyu?

"I knew you’d be bored, so I rushed over specially?"

"Hehe, by the way, Sister Yun Zhi, I heard so many sisters want to visit your Chonglou~"

Yun Zhi glanced around, "Just right, you’re the boss of Chonglou, you can chat with those sisters, didn’t you want to learn more about user experiences~"

The crowd was again shocked that Yun Zhi is the owner of Chonglou!

The previous incident wasn’t fully humorous, and now something else pops up!

Many noblewomen’s eyes were sparkling!

"What’s going on now?"

Fang Yifei gripped the railing tighter, seeing Yun Zhi’s familiarity with Chi Youyou!

Plus, they have a good relationship!

So...

Could Ran Yu’s issue be related to Chi Youyou too!