At eight in the evening, the doors of the Hongxing Hotel opened on time, and many people waiting outside queued to enter.
Such a investment promotion conference was not only a courtesy to foreign capital but also an opportunity for local enterprises. With policy support, if utilized properly, it would undoubtedly become the next massive capital.
As it was an official banquet, no one spoke loudly, but rather maintained silence.
To the extent that many entrepreneurs accustomed to ordinary banquets wanted to converse, they ultimately only nodded.
"Mr. Ye, apologies for keeping you waiting, it will begin shortly."
Cheng Kunpeng, the head of the Ministry of Commerce, stood beside Ye Longlin, hands placed on his lower abdomen, and said with a smile.
Ye Longlin did not reply, merely sat to the side, holding a book in his hand, reading quietly. Under the dim yellow light overhead, he appeared somewhat mysterious. A white shirt paired with black suit trousers and black leather shoes was a normal outfit, but to some, it was incredibly striking.
Beside the table, Mu Hanqi had her arms crossed, her young and beautiful face slightly flushed.
Especially when biting her lower lip, it didn't possess a seductive allure but rather showcased the most captivating side of a woman perfectly.
Lin Tian'ai, who had received an invitation, looked on with a complex expression. That should have been her seat, but now she had yielded it to someone else, feeling an indescribable bitterness.
At another table, Sun Luo stood respectfully behind Wang Xu, who supported his head with one hand. Beside him was a woman dressed in Hanfu, with a cinnabar dot between her brows, as if returning to ancient times. She was very quiet and also very well-behaved.
A crystal-clear grape was wiped on a handkerchief and then brought to Wang Xu's mouth. He deliberately bit the girl's finger, causing her to blush shyly.
"Young Master, the person beside Mr. Ye is Mu Hanqi, one of Xingcheng's Four Little Golden Flowers. This Ye Longlin has connections with all the Four Little Golden Flowers. Personally, I think Mu Hanqi has the most charm, a pure and alluring goddess. If you fancy her, I'll talk to her. With your status, you should enjoy the best. What is this Ye Longlin? In Xingcheng, he's only known for fighting people. How can he compare to you? You are the bright moon and stars, while he is merely a firefly's glow."
Sun Luo whispered into Wang Xu's ear, words of respect and praise pouring out without restraint.
It was truly a sycophant of the highest order.
Who doesn't enjoy hearing compliments?
Wang Xu chuckled, "Since you speak so well, say more. This speech deserves a reward."
Sun Luo's waist bent even lower, "Thank you, Young Master Wang. I don't wish for a reward, but rather to become your subordinate, to contribute to your grand ambitions and hegemony."
Wang Xu's face glowed with satisfaction from the string of flattery, "After this is over, go and ask for Mu Hanqi. Tell him that I, Wang Xu, gave him face before, and ask him to give me face too."
Soon, after everyone had arrived, Cheng Kunpeng took the stage to give his speech, making important directives regarding this investment attraction.
"I still hope everyone can support the work of the Ministry of Commerce. If you have any difficulties in business in the future, you can find me. I will not delay everyone's time any longer. The rest of the time, please feel free to mingle."
After Cheng Kunpeng finished, he nodded to Ye Longlin and then left.
Lin Tian'ai also left her seat at this time and headed towards Ye Longlin.
"Are you really not interested in participating? Their sincerity is truly high. If we secure this, Yuanzhan Capital will definitely soar. Are you really not interested?"
Mu Hanqi asked curiously. If it were anyone else, they would have been impatient long ago, able to sit so calmly?
Just look at the people around them.
Ye Longlin stretched lazily, resting his hands behind his head, "Not interested."
Mu Hanqi pouted. As they were chatting, a voice came from behind Mu Hanqi.
"Xiao Qi, long time no see, you're getting more beautiful, haha."
Upon hearing this voice, Mu Hanqi's expression instantly stiffened, and she said unhappily, "What does that have to do with you? We have no relationship, don't call me so intimately, it's easy to cause misunderstandings."
As she spoke, she glanced at Ye Longlin.
Lin Tian'ai teased, "Xiao Qi, you're calling him quite intimately, haha."
Mu Hanqi gnashed her teeth.
The man who was Liu Shanhe walked up to Mu Hanqi, placed a flower in his hand on the table, and then sized up Ye Longlin.
She had seen Mu Hanqi's gaze before, and it was precisely because she had seen it that she couldn't help but size up this young man.
Liu Shanhe feigned enthusiasm, "Your colleague? Introduce us?"
Mu Hanqi was about to stop him, but Liu Shanhe had already stepped forward and reached Ye Longlin, "Hello, my name is Liu Shanhe, I graduated from Tsinghua University, and I am also the chairman of Anneng Energy Company."
Mu Hanqi: "......"
Was this a self-introduction?
This was clearly showing off and trying to put Ye Longlin in his place?
Besides, what do you do, and what university did you graduate from? What does that have to do with Ye Longlin?
"I guess you must have graduated from Nanda? Although it's not even a tenth of mine, it's still pretty good. Nanda is also quite good, after all, it's a local university in Nan Province."
Tsinghua University was a top institution within the top five in comprehensive strength. Nanda, as a local college, naturally couldn't compare.
"It doesn't matter, after all, once you enter society, education is just a stepping stone. The most important thing is personal strength. I also worked hard for a long time to start a company. Don't give up, you will succeed one day."
These words... made everyone present look at Liu Shanhe as if he were an idiot.
Mu Hanqi covered her face and grabbed his clothes, pulling him back, "Can you shut up? Talking too much makes you lose face."
This statement annoyed Liu Shanhe. It was at this moment that Yuan Gang, standing behind him, scoffed, "A mere Tsinghua graduate actually mocks the Imperial Military Academy, how interesting."
Liu Shanhe: "???"
The only and most prestigious military academy in the country?
Liu Shanhe retorted, "What a joke! If you really graduated from the Imperial Military Academy, why are you still in Xingcheng?"
Both Xuan Niao and Yuan Gang crossed their arms, offering no reply.
The more they acted like this, the more Liu Shanhe felt like a clown.
The status of the Imperial Military Academy was universally recognized as being in a league of its own.
Furthermore, with the legendary Dragon War King Ye Longlin graduating from the Imperial Military Academy, the academy's power and influence reached its peak.
And here, it also earned the title of cradle for future generals!
A Tsinghua University degree was good, but in front of the Imperial Military Academy, it was not worth mentioning.
This degree made Liu Shanhe unable to argue.
"Mr. Ye is also the honorary principal of the Imperial Military Academy, theoretically possessing all the permissions of the principal."
Liu Shanhe: "......"