"Why don't you join us for a drink today? Our high school classmates are having a reunion."
"It's also a good chance for us to catch up properly."
The person speaking was He Jingyao's high school class monitor, Dai Gao. He was also developing his career in Jiangcheng and had achieved considerable success after years of hard work.
Seeing his high school crush today after so long, he was overjoyed. For years, he had been unable to forget He Jingyao and wished he could win her heart in an instant.
"I'm sorry, I'm treating a friend to dinner today, so I won't be able to make it to the reunion."
He Jingyao didn't have deep feelings for them anyway, and she had also been ostracized by some classmates in high school.
Naturally, she didn't want to attend.
Seeing He Jingyao refuse the class reunion, the monitor's expression changed. He then pointed directly at Ye Fei and said,
"Kid, I'll give you money, you leave here now!"
"If it weren't for you, Jingyao would definitely be willing to attend our high school reunion."
Saying this, the man took out his wallet, pulled out a wad of bills, and threw it at Ye Fei, asking,
"Is this enough to buy your departure?"
Ye Fei was dumbfounded by the man's series of actions.
However, his expression was interpreted by the monitor and his cronies as shock, and they burst into laughter.
"Jingyao, look at your friend's simple attire. He must be a penniless fellow. Our classmates here are all influential figures now. It wouldn't be appropriate for him to join. Since he's willing to leave with this money, you don't need to persuade him."
"Come on, I'll take you to our reserved private room!"
He then tried to pull He Jingyao away.
"Hold on, you think this measly bit of money can get rid of me?"
"I'd like to see just how fancy your so-called class reunion is!"
"Hmph, I'm not leaving today!"
Ye Fei's anger flared at the thought of someone insulting him with such a pittance.
"Kid, it's no trouble to show you the ropes. It's a good chance for you, a country bumpkin, to recognize your place!"
Following that, everyone, including Ye Fei, arrived at the hotel lobby.
"Sir, hello. May I see your membership card, please?"
A well-presented waitress said with a smile.
"Book a private room for me."
Dai Gao said imperiously.
"Sir, I'm sorry, all the private rooms available for your membership card level are fully occupied. There are no rooms left."
"Only the Supreme Card holders have rooms available."
The waitress operated the computer and frowned.
"How could this happen? Did we come here for nothing?"
"This is my first time at Cloudtop Hotel, and I wanted to experience it!"
Several classmates started discussing amongst themselves.
These words were also very grating to Dai Gao.
The card he held was one he had painstakingly borrowed, just to impress his classmates. He never expected such a problem to arise.
However, having navigated the world for a while, he calmed down in moments and addressed everyone again.
"Apologies, I'll have someone bring me a higher-level membership card right away."
Seeing his calm demeanor, the others chose to believe him again.
He took out his phone and dialed a number.
"Young Master Song, it's me, Xiao Gao!"
"I'm at Cloudtop Hotel now, but my membership card level is too low. I wonder if Young Master Song has a membership card for Cloudtop Hotel?"
Young Master Song was the most powerful among the young masters Dai Gao knew in terms of family background.
Therefore, to save face, he could only try his best to say some pleasantries, hoping Young Master Song could help him get a new private room.
After a brief conversation, Dai Gao held his phone up to the waitress's ear.
Then, after a few words, the waitress frowned deeply and hung up the phone.
"Sir, your friend was unable to resolve your issue. The card he has is not a Supreme Card for our Cloudtop Hotel, so I can only regretfully inform you that you likely won't be able to hold your dinner gathering at our hotel tonight."
The waitress said politely.
The situation became extremely awkward.
Finally, Ye Fei broke the silence, his mocking words reaching everyone present.
"I say, Mr. Dai, if you don't have the capability, don't pretend to be something you're not!"
Ye Fei's taunting tone ignited Dai Gao's temper. He instantly roared,
"Pretty boy, what right do you have to lecture me?"
"You're just a dog wagging its tail and begging beside Jingyao!"
"How dare you mock me?"
He Jingyao's already furrowed brow tightened further upon hearing such vulgar words. She retorted sharply,
"Dai Gao, Ye Fei is my friend. Please do not use such insulting language to describe him!"
"I demand an apology!"
Seeing He Jingyao so angry, Dai Gao's jealousy towards Ye Fei intensified.
He then took a few deep breaths and was about to explain when.
The sound of high heels clicking on the floor echoed through the lobby.
The person who arrived was the owner of Cloudtop Hotel, Sister Hong.
She immediately spotted Ye Fei standing in the lobby.
Her eyes lit up, and with a smile, she headed directly towards Ye Fei and his group.
Coincidentally, Sister Hong was walking directly towards Dai Gao, which caused Dai Gao to misunderstand.
His face instantly lit up with excitement, and he watched Sister Hong approach with eager eyes, preparing to greet her.
However, before his words could leave his lips, Sister Hong completely ignored him and stood respectfully before Ye Fei.
"Young Master, no, Mr. Ye, welcome to Cloudtop Hotel!"
"Your exclusive private room has already been reserved for you."
"Room number one, I will escort you there now."
Sister Hong's respectful demeanor was observed by everyone in the lobby.
Even He Jingyao, standing beside Ye Fei, was utterly astonished and speechless.
As for Dai Gao, he felt as if he had swallowed a fly. He simply couldn't accept that the man he had just been mocking was being treated with such respect by Sister Hong.
Thinking this, Dai Gao couldn't help but feel a chill of apprehension.
After all, Sister Hong had considerable influence in Jiangcheng. If she decided to make things difficult for him, he doubted he could continue his life in Jiangcheng.
"I just came here for dinner and ran into a few people who don't know their place."
"But the matter has already been resolved,"
Ye Fei replied.
"Mr. Ye, this is the Supreme Card of Cloudtop Hotel that I've prepared for you. Please accept it."
Sister Hong continued.