He searched among these guests who had booked rooms in advance, looking for those who were students and had no prominent background.
Ultimately, he selected a few targets.
Then he instructed the front desk staff to call these guests one by one. If a guest answered the phone, he would have to proceed with completing the reservation for them.
As a result, Shao Zixuan didn't hear his phone at all. So, Manager Zhu instructed those at the front desk to directly give Room 308 to his brother-in-law.
"How can your hotel do this? I've already paid a deposit!" Shao Zixuan said angrily.
"Sir, we are also very sorry for this situation, but who asked you not to answer the phone?
In that case, we will refund your deposit and compensate you with the same amount."
When booking the room, Shao Zixuan had paid a deposit of 200 yuan as required. But the problem now was that he couldn't find any other restaurants. Even if they refunded him 2,000 yuan, it would be meaningless to Shao Zixuan and the others!
"I don't need the deposit back, nor do I want your compensation. If Room 308 is gone, then arrange another room for us!"
"I'm sorry, sir, there are no other rooms! You should know that today is Christmas Eve, and our hotel is fully booked.
Please dine elsewhere. We apologize for any inconvenience caused..."
Manager Zhu repeatedly uttered these stock phrases, insisting that there were no rooms, no matter what.
Shao Zixuan's classmates gathered around to support him, while several hotel security guards also surrounded them, ready to escort them out.
Ling Tian had remained silent, observing the argument between the two from the side.
He subtly used his Qi-gazing technique and discovered that the emotions displayed by Manager Zhu seemed to indicate he was lying.
So, Ling Tian stepped forward.
"Are you sure your hotel has no available private rooms?"
"Of course, I'm sure. You should know what day it is today!" Manager Zhu said dismissively.
"Your hotel is part of a chain, right? If I had your hotel's Supreme VIP card, would I get a room?"
Manager Zhu was stunned for a moment, then sneered, "If you had that card, we could indeed try to help you.
However, there's no point in you asking this, as our company has only issued fewer than 10 Supreme VIP cards."
His tone clearly indicated that he didn't believe someone who looked like a student, like Ling Tian, would possess such a card.
Ling Tian chuckled and directly took out a dazzling card from his怀.
"Take a look, is this your hotel's Supreme VIP card!"
Manager Zhu's heart skipped a beat. He hadn't expected Ling Tian to produce such a card.
He didn't need to examine it closely to know that this card was likely not fake.
This was because their hotel's Supreme VIP cards were all specially made, with a special coating on the surface.
Under the reflection of this coating, the entire card looked incredibly brilliant, as if it were inlaid with diamonds. It would be very difficult to counterfeit!
Manager Zhu suppressed his shock and tremblingly reached out to take the Supreme VIP card from Ling Tian.
The card felt very heavy in his hand, substantial. This was because the card contained a thin alloy plate, which was also one of the anti-counterfeiting measures.
He was now even more certain that the card was genuine.
"Esteemed guest, may I go and confirm this card with the company?" Manager Zhu's tone suddenly became extremely humble and obsequious.
"Go ahead, hurry up!" Ling Tian waved his hand.
Manager Zhu quickly went to his office, called the company, and gave them the number on the card.
Soon, the company responded, confirming that the card was valid and had been personally given out by their boss.
Manager Zhu's legs were trembling with fear. He had never imagined that among those students, there would be a guest possessing their group's Supreme VIP card!
Such a person must be either wealthy and influential, or have some connection to their boss!
He had truly been blinded by greed. For his brother-in-law, he had offended such a distinguished guest.
At this moment, Manager Zhu, covered in sweat, respectfully approached Ling Tian and handed the card back with both hands.
"Sir, here is your card. Please keep it safe!"
"Is the private room ready then?"
"Yes, it is. Please follow me!"
Shao Zixuan and the others were stunned. They hadn't expected that the once arrogant and overbearing Manager Zhu would be so subservient and obsequious in front of Ling Tian.
Manager Zhu personally led the way, taking them into the elevator and then escorting them in two groups to the sixth floor.
This hotel had a total of seven floors, with only the lower five floors open to the public.
Upon reaching the sixth floor, everyone discovered that the entire floor consisted of several empty private rooms. These rooms were luxuriously decorated, completely different in class from the rooms on the lower floors.
Upon careful inquiry, they learned that these rooms were not open to the public and only received guests designated by the boss or those with Supreme VIP cards.
Ling Tian and his group were led into the largest private room, which contained three large tables, each capable of seating over a dozen people.
"Class monitor, you go order the food. Don't worry about the cost; my card offers a 40% discount.
Order plenty of dishes, especially the premium ones. Anything over budget is on me!" Ling Tian said generously.
"Okay, thank you, Ling Tian!"
Wang Bingxia was also very happy, not expecting her boyfriend to bring her such honor.
Soon, a sumptuous dinner was served. Shao Zixuan and the others were surprised to find that the portion sizes were much larger than usual, and the quality of the dishes seemed much more upscale.
The restaurant even gave them two complimentary specialty dishes per table.
Everyone raised their glasses. Class monitor Shao Zixuan said, "The first toast today must be to our classmate Ling Tian.
Without classmate Ling Tian, our basketball team wouldn't have been able to defeat Class 1.
Similarly, without classmate Ling Tian, we don't know if we would even be able to have this meal tonight!
In short, all our gratitude is in this drink!"
They clinked glasses and drank heartily. Everyone's gratitude towards Ling Tian was sincere.
Many of the boys who had initially been unconvinced by Ling Tian were now completely won over.
There was nothing more to say; they realized the vast difference between themselves and Ling Tian. Only an outstanding young man like Ling Tian was worthy of such an excellent girl as Bing Xia.
Everyone ate for over an hour, conversing enthusiastically. The gathering was very enjoyable.
Just then, the door to the private room suddenly opened, and a waiter brought in several more plates of seafood and some exquisite fruit platters.