Dressed up in her finest attire, Cui Shiwan looked even younger, exuding both gentleness and competence.
Of course, Xiang Wan, standing next to her, also exuded an air of nobility.
However, she was only there to accompany Cui Shiwan, so naturally she couldn't overshadow her.
"Miss Cui, it's been so long since I've called you out. It's really not easy to see you."
A middle-aged man, who was somewhat overweight, led a young man over and offered a toast to Cui Shiwan.
When it comes to interests, age doesn't matter. Whoever has the highest status and wealth will be the center of attention.
As soon as Cui Shiwan entered, quite a few people greeted her. This middle-aged man was the first person Cui Shiwan stopped to respond to, and Xiang Wan couldn't help but turn her gaze to him.
"Mr. Liu, you're too kind. We've just arrived, and if we don't have a good time, how can we focus on business? Don't you agree?"
With a smile, Cui Shiwan clinked glasses with the man and took a sip of red wine.
It turned out that the middle-aged man was Liu Jianping of the Green Union Group, a well-known figure in H City. However, compared to the Lou family, he was still a bit inferior.
"May I ask who this gentleman beside me is?"
Liu Jianping noticed that Xiang Wan was staring at him, and his eyes showed some displeasure, but he didn't dare to show it.
He had never met Xiang Wan in this circle, let alone heard of her. Now that he saw that she had come with Cui Shiwan, he naturally wanted to find out her identity.
"Isn't my male companion handsome?"
Cui Shiwan did not give a direct answer, but it was this unintentional concealment that left Liu Jianping somewhat unsure of what Cui Shiwan really meant.
“Miss Cui’s taste is impeccable. Look at the person next to me, there’s one who’s just as good as the one next to you.”
Liu Jianping pushed forward the person next to him, and coincidentally, Xiang Wan knew him, and he knew Xiang Wan. But in this situation, even if they knew each other, they had to pretend they didn't.
"It seems we do have similar perspectives. Why don't we go over there and talk privately?"
Cui Shiwan extended an olive branch, and Liu Jianping couldn't help but secretly sigh that he had really chosen the right person.
He had hesitated when his assistant first suggested it, but he never expected that Cui Shiwan would be such a kindred spirit.
The two left Xiang Wan and the young man aside to talk.
"Senior Kevin, it's a pleasure to meet you." Once the man was out of sight, Jon's attitude became much more respectful.
"Jon, is he your client?"
Looking at Jon's somewhat shy face, Xiang Wan felt a little sorry for him. It seemed that those who sought him out were men with unusual fetishes. Was it really that easy for someone like Jon to arouse a man's desire to conquer?
Jon blushed slightly and stammered, "It's not what you think. I was just keeping you company, nothing else."
"It's alright," Xiang Wan patted his shoulder and comforted him, "You can come to me if you need anything, since we work in the same place."
Jon was extremely grateful. He was actually quite scared, but unfortunately, he was the only one available at the club at the time, so Bai Lulu entrusted the matter to him.
The two talked for a while, then went their separate ways.
Xiang Wan found a high stool, leaned against the bar, held a wine glass, and sipped her drink while observing everyone present.
Those who came here were all influential figures in H City, including government officials and some celebrities. However, Xiang Wan didn't pay much attention to the entertainment industry, so even if she saw familiar faces, she couldn't recall their names.
"Hello, are you alone?"
This pickup line sounds so familiar; I feel like I've heard it somewhere before.
Xiang Wan turned her head and saw a middle-aged man she didn't recognize standing in front of her.
The man was dressed in an elegant suit, with his tie and brooch perfectly matched. His hair was neatly combed, and his leather shoes were understated yet luxurious.
She's not bad looking, but the bags under her eyes are still very noticeable, even when she tries to cover them up.
The strong scent of perfume couldn't hide the truth that he overused himself in a certain area.
"Sorry, I'm waiting for my date."
It was a polite way of rejecting her, but the person simply sat down next to her and started chatting casually about things that Xiang Wan might be interested in.
Xiang Wan was absent-minded and only occasionally responded with a word or two. Before long, a group of people came over and surrounded the middle-aged man, saying flattering things to him.
Xiang Wan tried to step aside slightly, but someone blocked her way.
The person blocking her way seemed to be able to sense Xiang Wan's movements; wherever she turned, he would stand there, as if he had eyes in the back of his head.
In situations like this, Xiang Wan would either throw wine at the person directly or violently throw them aside.
But this time, she held back.
The legendary person you can't afford to offend, is Cui Shiwan trying to make her her captive?
Kyrie Irving hasn't even played yet. Is this some kind of disrespect towards him?
Xiang Wan got up, moved closer to the middle-aged man, and whispered in his shoulder, "Sir, although I really want to, Mr. Owen won't allow it."
Such a notorious human trafficker, listed internationally, couldn't possibly be without powerful backers.
The middle-aged man remained silent, which meant he acquiesced.
When interests and power are involved, even the smallest desires must be put aside.
A path was cleared in front of him, and Xiang Wan raised her glass to the man before turning and leaving.
Xiang Wan no longer cared about what was happening behind her. All she knew was that she couldn't drink the wine in her hand anymore and needed to find a scapegoat.
"Kevin, I've been looking for you everywhere."
Cui Shiwan came over with a wine glass. Xiang Wan walked over to her without making a sound, put her arm around her waist, and walked towards the balcony.
"Wanwan, are you done talking about things?"
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