Hearing Lin Langsheng's words, Ye Longlin simply smiled.
The gathering was real, but Lin Tian'ai offering to drive him was as likely as the sun rising in the west.
Ye Longlin didn't expose her, but agreed verbally, "Alright, Uncle Lin, I'll be there."
...
The midday gathering was a high-level circle of the second generation.
The theme was that the Xiaotian Group had been taken away for investigation yesterday afternoon, and its stock price had plummeted to rock bottom. They were discussing whether to seize this opportunity to make a quick profit.
In a private room at Afang Private Kitchen.
"Xiaotian Group is a leading enterprise in the real estate industry. Although we don't know why Qin Xiaoti was taken away, its stock price has already hit the limit. If we enter at this time, we can earn at least twenty million.
They still have many projects in hand. Even if Xiaotian Group can't hold on, our shareholding will give us a say within Xiaotian Group. It will be easy to take over the resort project."
A young man in a black suit sat at the head of the table, looking at the people below him.
Beside him, Lin Tian'ai was radiant in an evening gown.
A glint of greed flashed in the eyes of the young man at the head of the table.
"Young Master Gu is right. The chairman of Xiaotian Group being taken away directly affects the stock price. If we don't act, many people in Xingcheng will. Taking a piece of them at this time is beneficial to us."
Lin Tian'ai nodded, mentioning that many people had not arrived yet, including her best friend.
The incident with Xiaotian Group had caused quite a stir.
A young man sitting opposite sneered, "Lin Tian'ai, can your Juling Group still afford to pay?"
"As far as I know, you still owe Zhang Xiao two hundred million yuan. If you use your funds now, do you think your Juling Group can last until the stock price rises?"
Lin Tian'ai's expression changed slightly. She gave him a cold look and snorted, "Qin Feng will be here later. We'll see what he says."
At the entrance of Afang Private Kitchen, Zhang Xiao was waiting for someone, a trace of anxiety on his face.
"President Zhang, hello, hello."
As soon as Qin Feng got out of the car, he saw Zhang Xiao and immediately put on a smile, hurrying over to get close.
Zhang Xiao looked at the person in front of him, frowning slightly, but maintained his demeanor, "Who are you?"
"President Zhang, I am the young master of Xiaotian Group. I met you at the Chamber of Commerce wine party last time. I have always been impressed by your demeanor. You are a role model for us juniors."
Flattery always works.
Zhang Xiao let out a soft hum, his expression clearly showing impatience.
Seeing the look, Qin Feng didn't say much more. It was enough to make himself known. He stopped at the right time and quickly entered.
Two minutes later, a white van stopped. Zhang Xiao glanced at it, finding the car somewhat familiar. He wondered if it belonged to that distinguished person.
The next moment, Ye Longlin got out. Zhang Xiao quickly went to greet him, just as Qin Feng had done earlier, with a smile plastered on his face.
"Mr. Ye."
Ye Longlin's eyes flashed with surprise. He hadn't expected to see Zhang Xiao here.
"Mm." He nodded slowly.
Zhang Xiao wasn't specifically there to welcome Ye Longlin. He was welcoming the Mayor of Xingcheng, as many projects required his signature. Therefore, he had organized this gathering today, but he hadn't expected to meet Ye Longlin.
"Mr. Ye, there's a gathering today. Would it be convenient for you to attend? The Mayor of Xingcheng will be here soon."
"Since you are in Xingcheng, it is necessary for the Mayor to meet you."
Zhang Xiao waited expectantly for a reply.
Ye Longlin intended to refuse, but since Lin Tian'ai's banquet was still half an hour away, and he had nothing else to do, he agreed.
He nodded.
"That's great."
Seeing this, Zhang Xiao was overjoyed and inwardly sneered. The projects he had been holding onto had been delayed for quite some time. With this distinguished person present today, he didn't believe the mayor would dare to block him!
As they turned, a Maybach stopped. Mu Hanqi got out and saw Zhang Xiao walking in with Ye Longlin.
Mu Hanqi narrowed her eyes, "Uncle Wang, I remember there were only two tables at the private kitchen today, right?"
Uncle Wang, who was driving, nodded, "Yes, Miss. One table is where you are. The other is reportedly for President Zhang and the Mayor."
She nodded, looking at Zhang Xiao's respectful back. An idea emerged.
Could it be that he was specifically here to welcome Ye Longlin?
If that were the case, it would be truly extraordinary!
Anyone who could be treated with such respect by the richest man in Xingcheng must have an extraordinary identity!
What exactly was Ye Longlin's identity?
A terrifying thought arose in Mu Hanqi's mind.
Someone who could be respectfully attended to and served by the richest man in Xingcheng must have an extraordinary identity!
"Mr. Ye, please have a seat for a moment. I'll go see if the Mayor has arrived."
After escorting Ye Longlin into the private room and arranging him in the seat of honor, he turned and walked out.
However, this scene was incredible to those who had arrived early!
Shouldn't the Mayor be sitting in the main seat?
Zhang Xiao wouldn't be so unaware of priorities, would he?
Outside, Zhang Xiao saw the Mayor's car approaching and quickly stepped forward, "Mayor Zhao, there is a very important figure waiting for you inside. We are just waiting for you."
These words were somewhat accusatory.
The implication was that he was being blamed for arriving so late.
Mayor Zhao sneered, "Zhang Xiao, who in Xingcheng is greater than me? We've known each other for so many years. Is it necessary for this dinner to make me feel so embarrassed?"
He shook his head, "This distinguished figure is..."
Zhang Xiao whispered in his ear. After he finished speaking, Mayor Zhao's eyes widened. His ruddy face turned pale at this moment. After secretly swallowing, he quickly walked inside.
"What are you standing around for? Hurry up!"
Zhang Xiao: "..."
When they pushed open the door of the private room, they saw a young man sitting in the seat of honor.
Behind him stood a burly man, his expression stern, his sharp eyes fixing on them the moment they entered, as if questioning why they were so late.
"Mr. Ye, Mayor Zhao is here."
Zhang Xiao said with a fawning smile, walking to his side and bowing slightly to show respect.
Ye Longlin looked up, nodded slightly, and said to him, "I heard Mayor Zhao has eyes and ears everywhere and is quite formidable in Xingcheng?"
Upon hearing this, Mayor Zhao felt as if struck by lightning. His body trembled, and he quickly shook his head and denied, "I dare not, I dare not! In front of Mr. Ye, Zhao would never dare to be presumptuous..."
Everyone present watched this scene, their eyes widening.
Who was Zhao Yuanhui?
He was the Mayor of Xingcheng, the genuine top leader.
Yet, he was now so respectful to this young man, and seemed to be very afraid of him.
What was this young man's origin?