Yanlai Tower!
Although not a top-tier restaurant in Yangzhou, it was the best in terms of reputation, a century-old establishment where tables were hard to come by.
Wealthy individuals often chose to host important guests here. Of course, reservations had to be made a week in advance, otherwise, even if you were a big shot, you wouldn't be able to eat here!
"My father's surgery was so successful, thanks to Director Zhang. So, to express his gratitude, my dad asked me to treat Director Zhang to a meal at Yanlai Tower!" As the door of a BMW X5 opened, a rich second-generation heir, along with a man and a woman, stepped out.
Director Zhang and his new girlfriend looked up at the plaque with the words 'Yanlai Tower' and were somewhat surprised.
They had long heard that Yanlai Tower was a place where the wealthy dined, with meals costing tens of thousands, and reservations were needed in advance. Therefore, even Director Zhang had never been there.
Director Zhang was very pleased and smiled, saying, "What are you saying, Young Master Li? Doctors have parental hearts; this is what I should do! Isn't it difficult to book a table at Yanlai Tower?"
The young master, Li, nodded, "It's indeed difficult to book. I managed to get one a week in advance. This is the golden signboard of the Fu family, one of Yangzhou's three top aristocratic families, with a history of a hundred years."
Although the Fu family's industries had spread in recent years, the catering business was still their mainstream, especially Yanlai Tower, which was a symbol of the Fu family's century-old foundation.
Director Zhang had also heard of the Fu family long ago and knew that they had almost gone bankrupt a few years prior, being solely supported by the Black Widow.
However, those were untouchable big figures. For an ordinary person like him, having a meal at Yanlai Tower was enough to boast about.
As the three were about to enter the establishment, a man and a woman passed by them.
Director Zhang froze at the sight and blurted out, "You again, Ye Cangtian!"
The footsteps of the two stopped, and Ye Cangtian turned to look, feeling speechless, "Director Zhang, why are you everywhere!"
Director Zhang sneered, "Shouldn't I be saying that? Do you know what this place is? This is Yanlai Tower. Eating here requires reservations, and a meal costs over ten thousand yuan. Can you afford it?"
Ye Cangtian touched his nose and couldn't help but smile, "Whether I can afford it or not, what does it have to do with you?"
"You..." Director Zhang was rendered speechless.
Young Master Li, on the side, looked around and then tentatively asked, "Mr. Ye?"
Ye Cangtian glanced at him; he didn't recognize him. However, Young Master Li smiled and cupped his hands, "It is indeed Mr. Ye and Miss Tang. I am Li Ming, my father is Li Changhe. I had the honor of attending Elder Tang's birthday celebration that day."
Tang Xinwan smiled and said, "So it's the son of Boss Li. My Tang family and Boss Li have been long-term partners."
"Miss Tang is right. Since you two are also here for a meal, why don't I treat today..." Young Master Li said with surprise.
"No need, I have an appointment today. Perhaps another time!" Tang Xinwan replied politely.
"Then we won't disturb you!"
Although Young Master Li was a rich second-generation heir, his family's assets were far inferior to the Tang family's. It was also because his father's company cooperated with the Tang family's businesses that he had the opportunity to attend Elder Tang's birthday celebration with his father.
Director Zhang couldn't help but ask, "Young Master Li, isn't that Ye Cangtian a porter? Why are you so polite to him? And who was that woman just now?"
Young Master Li's smile faded, and he showed slight displeasure, "How could you speak to Mr. Ye like that just now? That Miss Tang is the CEO of Haitan Pharmaceuticals and the young lady of the Tang family."
"As for Mr. Ye, he is Miss Tang's fiancé. A porter? The other day, at Elder Tang's birthday celebration, Mr. Ye personally gifted a precious medicinal pill worth hundreds of millions!"
"Hundreds of millions? A precious pill?" Director Zhang's eyes widened, but he found it hard to believe.
That guy fought with hooligans at the hospital entrance, had worked as a porter, and his attire was not particularly high-end. How could he be so wealthy?
"Mr. Ye, Miss Tang, please come in. Big Sister is already waiting for you inside!" a burly man greeted them from the entrance of Yanlai Tower.
Young Master Li gasped, lowered his voice, "That's Liu Zhendong. I never expected him to be the one who invited Mr. Ye and Miss Tang!"
Upon hearing this, Director Zhang became even more flustered. He had certainly heard of Liu Zhendong's reputation; he was a prominent figure in the underground world!
As the three walked into Yanlai Tower, they saw Ye Cangtian and Tang Xinwan being led by Liu Zhendong to the most luxurious private room, a room that couldn't be booked even with money.
The moment the private room door opened, Young Master Li caught a glimpse of a sexy woman in a qipao. He took a deep breath and murmured, "It's her, Liu Rumei! No wonder even Liu Zhendong is only acting as a runner..."
Director Zhang had not yet recovered from his shock and instinctively asked, "Young Master Li, who is this Liu Rumei?"
Young Master Li's expression was not good. He looked at Director Zhang deeply and sighed after a while.
"Director Zhang, I can't afford to treat you to this meal anymore. Brother also advises you not to provoke Mr. Ye in the future."
"Young Master Li this..." Director Zhang was somewhat bewildered. Seeing Young Master Li turn to leave, he didn't know what to do for a moment.
Liu Rumei! Director Zhang quickly recalled who she was. He had heard she was the owner of Jinxiu Villa, a woman who had stirred up the underground world years ago – the Black Widow!
He glanced in the direction of the private room, his body growing cold. He naturally guessed why Young Master Li had suddenly reneged on his offer to treat him to dinner; he was trying to distance himself from him.
After all, even the Black Widow personally invited Ye Cangtian for a meal, and he had offended the other party multiple times. Director Zhang realized that if the other party decided to hold a grudge, he would be in great danger.
He pulled his new girlfriend and hurried out of Yanlai Tower. Then, as if making a decision, he said,
"My dear, please go back to the hospital and ask for leave for me. Say I have some family matters, and ask for... ask for a month's leave!"
...
Meanwhile, in the private room, Liu Rumei graciously invited the two to sit down, saying with a smile, "Thank you very much, Mr. Ye and Miss Tang, for gracing us with your presence."
The entire private room looked very spacious and luxurious. Such a large round table was now occupied by only four people.
The dishes on the table were also plentiful, all sorts of delicacies and signature dishes. A meal like this, under normal consumption, would likely cost over a hundred thousand.
Ye Cangtian smiled and said, "Ordering so many dishes, isn't it a waste to not finish them and spend so much money?"
Liu Rumei smiled without speaking. Liu Zhendong on the side chuckled and said, "Mr. Ye, you may not know, but Yanlai Tower is an enterprise of the Fu family!"
Ye Cangtian suddenly understood and then looked at Liu Zhendong, saying with a half-smile, "Has the injury on Boss Liu's hand improved?"
Liu Zhendong's face was filled with embarrassment, but he dared not look directly at him, smiling sheepishly, "It was my fault last time. It was merciful of Mr. Ye not to cripple me directly!"