The arrivals were, naturally, Meihui Zi and Hathaway.
Today, both were impeccably dressed and, being rare beauties themselves, immediately captured everyone's attention upon entering.
"Darling, I'm so sorry we're late!"
Hathaway, speaking fluent Mandarin, apologized to Chen Fan and pecked him on the cheek.
Meihui Zi, not to be outdone, kissed him on the other cheek.
After the kiss, her cheeks flushed as she shot a triumphant glance at Hathaway.
Seeing the two foreign beauties vying for attention caused an uproar.
"Am I… seeing things? Two stunning beauties linking arms with the man who was just rejected?"
"Holy cow, I thought he was a loser, but he turns out to be a king!"
"So, the mistress and the home-wrecker are dumbfounded now, aren't they?"
"…"
Gasps of astonishment erupted from the surrounding crowd.
It was truly shocking. Many had assumed Chen Fan was Fang Xiaohong's suitor, only to witness such a dramatic turn of events.
Fang Xiaohong was indeed stunned, her expression one of disbelief.
Compared to Meihui Zi and Hathaway, who were top-tier natural beauties, her influencer face was utterly unremarkable.
After being humiliated by Song Changsheng's wife, she had vented her anger on Chen Fan, only to be slapped in the face moments later.
The fact that both beautiful women had kissed him, even if as a gesture of greeting, was enough to indicate the intimacy of their relationship with Chen Fan.
It was only then that Fang Xiaohong realized she didn't know Chen Fan at all.
"Madam, rejecting Long's affections will be the biggest mistake of your life!"
Hathaway declared, lifting her chin proudly, "A woman like you is not even worthy of Long's gaze!"
Chen Fan shook his head, gently disentangled himself from the women's hands, and started walking, "Let's go!"
Hathaway, who had been harboring resentment and wanted to reprimand Fang Xiaohong further, put away her arrogance and hurried to catch up, fearing to fall behind.
The three of them walked into the restaurant under the watchful eyes of everyone.
All that remained was a scene of stunned silence.
"The blonde beauty's Mandarin is so fluent!"
"Incredible! These are two top foreign beauties! This man is truly remarkable, making our country proud!"
"He's a god!"
"My admiration flows like a mighty river; I am prostrate with respect!"
Upon entering the restaurant, the trio was led by a waiter to their reserved private room. As they passed, they naturally drew the eyes of all the diners.
"My dearest Long, you've finally agreed to see me. Do you know how much I've longed to see you every moment I've been in China?"
Hathaway gazed at Chen Fan's profile, her large eyes sparkling with anticipation.
Chen Fan offered no reply.
"Dragon Lord, I am willing to do anything for you, even give up my royal status in Sakura Country!"
Meihui Zi said, her face slightly flushed but not backing down.
Chen Fan shook his head and pushed open the private room door.
"Long, if you agree to marry me, I'll not only renounce my position as heir to the Rothschild family, but I'll also bring half of the Rothschild empire as my dowry!"
Hathaway shot Meihui Zi a glare, and hooking her arm around Chen Fan's once more, said alluringly.
Meihui Zi shot Hathaway a fierce look.
Although she was a royal princess, she couldn't compete with Hathaway in terms of wealth.
Pushing Hathaway's arm away, Chen Fan said, "Sit down, let's eat first."
The two women sat down on either side of Chen Fan, their proximity so close they looked as if they wanted to sit on his lap.
Under the astonished gaze of the waiter, Chen Fan stood up and moved to sit opposite them.
Meihui Zi and Hathaway started to move to follow him, but Chen Fan raised his hand and said sternly, "If you continue like this, I'll leave right now."
Hathaway looked crestfallen. "My dearest Long, I traveled thousands of miles for you, and you break my heart like this?"
However, Chen Fan was unmoved.
"Hathaway, after this meal, you should return to your country!"
"Hehe, Dragon Lord is right. Hathaway, the Rothschild commercial empire needs you to manage and make decisions." Meihui Zi said happily.
"Meihui Zi, the same applies to you," Chen Fan said.
This time, it was Meihui Zi's turn to look heartbroken. She said sadly, "Dragon Lord, why?"
"Hathaway, Meihui Zi, I have already found the person I was looking for."
Chen Fan said in a low voice, "I will hold her hand and grow old with her."
In the luxurious private room, the air suddenly became heavy.
Chen Fan had anticipated this but did not intend to change his mind.
The reason he agreed to meet Hathaway and Meihui Zi was precisely to make them give up and persuade them to return home.
Hathaway broke the silence, asking, "Is she more beautiful, wealthier, and more capable of helping you than I am?"
Chen Fan frowned, his expression darkening.
"Why?"
Hathaway continued, "Long, then why don't you accept us? Instead, you chose her?"
"Hathaway, she might not be as beautiful as you, nor as wealthy, and she can't offer me as much career assistance as you can," Chen Fan replied coldly.
"But does all that matter?"
Hathaway still sounded indignant, "Long, who is she? Can I meet her?"
Chen Fan shook his head. "No, I don't want her to be disturbed in any way!"
Hathaway's eyes welled up. "Long, I can't accept it, and I'm unwilling to. I don't believe your woman is more outstanding than I am. I won't back down unless she truly makes me feel inferior."
"Dragon Lord, Meihui Zi's feelings will not change either!"
Meihui Zi stood up and bowed. "If I have caused you any trouble, please forgive me, Dragon Lord."
Looking at the resolute expressions of the two women, Chen Fan fell silent for a moment.
"You don't understand her beauty!" Chen Fan said coldly.
"To me, she is unique."
"No, Long, you need me more!" Hathaway said proudly. "Only I am worthy of you. The wealth of the Rothschild family can make you the master of the world."
Chen Fan's gaze turned colder.
"Hathaway, do you think I need what you're offering?"
Hathaway paused, then gave a wry smile.
For other men, the name Rothschild was an irresistible lure.
But for Mr. Long, the immense wealth of the Rothschilds was not even worth mentioning. Moreover, the Rothschilds' current status was due to his help in the past.
His appearance had been like a savior, allowing her to stand out in fierce family competition and become the sole heir.
All along, it had been her unrequited love for him; he had never harbored any extraordinary feelings for her.
Even though she was known as the most beautiful woman across the ocean and possessed wealth that could rival a nation.
"Long, I'm sorry!" Hathaway apologized. "But I still refuse to back down. Even if your woman holds a unique place in your heart, I won't give up. Because I have long since fallen in love with you!"
"Dragon Lord, I still want to meet your woman. Although it might cause trouble, Meihui Zi doesn't want to go back such a failure!"
Meihui Zi glanced at Hathaway and suddenly felt a sense of shared misfortune.
Chen Fan shook his head indifferently.
The atmosphere grew tense.
Just then, the door to the private room was suddenly kicked open.
Several figures, reeking of alcohol, stumbled into the room.