It was half-past six in the evening.
Jin Hailu drove Qin Hanchu to the Celebrity Club.
This club was the most high-end entertainment venue in Island City, with an annual membership fee of at least two hundred thousand for the lowest tier.
The business banquet hosted by Long Yueguang under the name of Longteng Group was held here.
As a member of Island City's business community, Jin Hailu was naturally invited.
Jin Hailu had met with Long Yueguang before.
She knew Long Yueguang was not a good person, which was why she had asked Qin Hanchu to accompany her.
Inside the club, Long Yueguang was surrounded by people, appearing to be the center of attention.
The prominent figures of Island City, usually so high and mighty, were now fawning over Long Yueguang.
Long Yueguang himself was not particularly remarkable, but he was currently the representative of Longteng Group.
He was an important figure in determining whether a partnership with Longteng Group could be established.
Long Yueguang was thoroughly enjoying the feeling of being flattered by the crowd.
He raised his head arrogantly, his eyes filled with smugness.
Just then, Qin Hanchu entered with Jin Hailu.
"Mr. Qin is here."
Someone called out, and all eyes turned to Qin Hanchu.
The guests invited by Long Yueguang that evening were all the true celebrities of Island City.
These people had all witnessed the events at the Han family manor.
Because of this, they all recognized Qin Hanchu.
Upon hearing that Qin Hanchu had arrived, everyone rushed to greet him.
Seeing this, Long Yueguang's brow furrowed.
Tonight was his stage, and he should have been the most dazzling presence.
Qin Hanchu's arrival seemed to overshadow his own brilliance.
Long Yueguang was an extremely vain person.
The banquet tonight served primarily to satisfy his vanity.
He was basking in the glory bestowed upon him by the crowd, and Qin Hanchu had stolen the spotlight.
Most importantly, he saw Jin Hailu walking beside Qin Hanchu.
And their relationship seemed to be more than casual.
"Mr. Qin, I didn't expect you to be here as well," Chairman Chai said with a smile.
Others chimed in with greetings.
Qin Hanchu smiled and said, "I'm here with Hailu. You don't need to mind me."
"Who is this person? Can someone introduce him?" Long Yueguang asked coldly, his face darkening.
The people present were all shrewd businessmen.
They could all see Long Yueguang's expression.
Anyone who introduced Qin Hanchu at this moment would likely face his displeasure.
Besides, no one knew how to introduce Qin Hanchu.
The events at the Han family manor were something Qin Hanchu had instructed them not to publicize.
As for Qin Hanchu's other identities, they were not aware of them.
"My fiancé, Qin Hanchu," Jin Hailu announced.
"If he's just your fiancé, the chairmen wouldn't be so polite, would they?" Long Yueguang's gaze grew colder upon learning Qin Hanchu was Jin Hailu's fiancé.
Since arriving in Island City, Jin Hailu was the most beautiful woman Long Yueguang had ever seen.
He had intended to get closer to Jin Hailu at the banquet tonight.
He never expected Jin Hailu to bring her fiancé.
Moreover, Qin Hanchu had stolen his thunder.
"My identity isn't important," Qin Hanchu stated.
"Your identity is indeed not important, but I am curious," Long Yueguang said.
"Just a doctor," Qin Hanchu replied.
"Can a doctor have such influence?" Long Yueguang asked, frowning.
"My master is a divine physician; he has great influence," Qin Hanchu said calmly.
"That's right, Mr. Qin's master is the divine physician Hu Qingshan," Su Fengxian added.
"No wonder, so you're relying on your master's reputation." Long Yueguang sneered.
In his eyes, even the most formidable divine physician was just a doctor.
And doctors were merely the lower class serving the wealthy.
As long as one could afford it, any divine physician, no matter how skilled, would subserviently come to their door.
The name Hu Qingshan was well-known in the north.
However, his fame was much weaker in the south.
Hong Kong, as one of the three island cities, was even more unfamiliar with the name Hu Qingshan.
Qin Hanchu paid no mind to Long Yueguang's disdain and said, "You all continue your conversation. I won't disturb you."
With that, Qin Hanchu walked towards the nearby lounge area.
"Chairman Jin, how can a mere doctor be worthy of you?" Long Yueguang said with a cold laugh after Qin Hanchu had moved away. "I think he's just trying to live off you. You should dump a man like that as soon as possible."
"My private affairs don't require others' commentary," Jin Hailu replied indifferently. "Didn't you say you had something to discuss? When will it begin?"
"Not everyone has arrived yet. We'll start once they're all here," Long Yueguang said.
"In that case, I'll go get something to eat. You all chat," Jin Hailu said and then walked towards Qin Hanchu.
"Is this Jin Hailu always so cold?" Long Yueguang asked, frowning.
"Jin Hailu is famously an ice queen; she has this expression with everyone."
"How interesting," Long Yueguang chuckled lightly.
Everyone present could see Long Yueguang's expression.
They all knew Long Yueguang was interested in Jin Hailu.
Jin Hailu was Qin Hanchu's fiancée, and who was Qin Hanchu?
He was a ruthless killer!
If Long Yueguang tried to take Jin Hailu from him, it might lead to conflict.
They wanted to warn Long Yueguang, but they were afraid he might misunderstand their intentions and cause unnecessary trouble.
In the end, no one present said a word.
They acted as if they knew nothing.
Sitting in the lounge area, Qin Hanchu casually ate some desserts.
Seeing Jin Hailu approach, Qin Hanchu smiled and asked, "Why did you come over too?"
"It's not too late to go over when it's time to discuss business," Jin Hailu said casually. "I only came to show respect to Longteng Group."
"Shall we chat?" Qin Hanchu suggested.
"Chat about what? I'm not very good at chatting," Jin Hailu replied.
Qin Hanchu pondered for a moment and asked, "Is it okay if I ask questions and you answer?"
"Yes, ask away," Jin Hailu nodded.
"Why don't you smile? Have you never smiled since you were little, or is it because of something specific?" Qin Hanchu had wanted to ask this question for a long time.
Qin Hanchu's question caused Jin Hailu to suddenly freeze.
Her eyes turned sad, and tears welled up in her eyes.
"I'm going to the restroom," Jin Hailu said, turning to walk towards the restroom.
Although Jin Hailu hadn't answered, Qin Hanchu had already guessed some things.
She must have undergone a drastic personality change due to some sad event.
Perhaps Xia Qiangwei would know everything.
"Qin Hanchu, is it? Let's talk!" Long Yueguang walked over as soon as Jin Hailu left.
"Talk about what?" Qin Hanchu asked.
"Name your price, and let me have Jin Hailu," Long Yueguang said with a light laugh.
Qin Hanchu's gaze turned cold. "Do you know what you're saying?"
"Of course, I do," Long Yueguang said arrogantly. "You're just a minor doctor, are you worthy of Jin Hailu? Name your price and give this woman to me."