Originally, Shen Qingshan's influence in the business world exceeded that of ordinary people. Coupled with the fact that this was his round birthday, there were naturally quite a few people coming.
The hotel was the best one in City A. The hotel staff thought they had seen the world, but when they saw many people who only appeared on TV or in financial magazines, they couldn't help but admire the influence of the Shen family in their hearts.
The hotel lobby was completely cleared out. People walked around with wine glasses in their hands. It didn't seem like a birthday party but more like a networking event.
It could be said that everyone on the scene was a top figure in the circle. Making contacts with these people and expanding one's network could provide more guarantees and connections for one's future business.
Just before the cocktail party started, three people walked over from afar. However, the expressions on their faces looked a bit stiff.
Lin Yuqing was wearing a bright red dress, looking very feminine. Next to her, Wu Fang had chosen a light - colored dress, pretending to be innocent. Although Ji Jiale on the side had carefully groomed himself, the dark circles under his eyes couldn't be hidden.
He was currently in a complete mess. By his own will, he wouldn't have come to such a party. However, Lin Yuqing's words had convinced him.
The reason he was in this situation was simply that he didn't have enough connections. And Shen Qingshan's birthday party was a great opportunity to expand his network.
Among the three, the happiest one should be Lin Yuqing. Usually, for a party of this level, Ji Jiale wouldn't have taken her. But this time, she was able to attend.
Although she wasn't the legitimate Mrs. Ji, in the eyes of some people, her status was similar. This was a big step forward for her. At least Ji Jiale was willing to take her out.
Today, all of Lin Yuqing's clothes and accessories were carefully selected, aiming to show off in front of everyone.
As they were about to reach the hotel entrance, Lin Yuqing, wearing twelve - centimeter high - heeled shoes, was about to strut in a haughty manner when suddenly Wu Fang tugged at her.
Caught off guard, Lin Yuqing staggered and almost fell to the ground. It was Wu Fang beside her who caught her: "Aunt Lin, why are you so careless? There are so many people watching."
Wu Fang's voice wasn't low. At least Ji Jiale beside them could hear clearly.
Ji Jiale had been in a bad mood recently. Hearing Wu Fang's words, he got even angrier: "If you can't walk properly, go back right away. Don't make a fool of me here!"
Ji Jiale whispered to Lin Yuqing, but his voice wasn't soft.
The smile on Lin Yuqing's face instantly faded. She looked at Ji Jiale in disbelief that he would talk to her like this.
In recent years, although Ji Jiale had never proposed marriage to her, his attitude towards her had always been good. This sudden change made Lin Yuqing feel a bit surprised.
"No, it's just that I've never been to such an occasion before and I'm a bit nervous. I'm sorry." The disappointment only lasted for a moment. Soon, Lin Yuqing adjusted her state of mind. She knew what kind of girls Ji Jiale liked the most.
Sure enough, after Lin Yuqing lowered her stance and apologized, looking at Ji Jiale with a pitiful look in her eyes, Ji Jiale didn't say anything. But he didn't wait for Lin Yuqing either and walked in on his own.
"Aunt, I'll believe you this time and won't let Beichuan show up. But next time, I won't be so easy - going." After Ji Jiale left, Wu Fang didn't pretend anymore and said to Lin Yuqing.
At first, she thought she could turn the tables tonight, but unexpectedly, Lin Yuqing had refused to let Lin Beichuan come no matter what.
Wu Fang felt that she had lost face and been despised. That was why she had not given Lin Yuqing any face in front of so many people.
After leaving a sentence, Wu Fang also imitated Ji Jiale and walked towards the hotel entrance.
She also wanted to walk in a majestic manner like Ji Jiale, but before she could take a few steps, she was stopped by the hotel staff.
"Miss, please show your invitation." The hotel staff didn't mean to target Wu Fang. They were just following the normal procedure.
The reason Ji Jiale could walk in unobstructed was mainly because he was a well - known figure in City A and the staff recognized him. But Wu Fang was different.
Stopped by someone, Wu Fang paused and her face looked a bit ugly.
Shen Nanyi had indeed given her an invitation before, but she had given it to Lin Yuqing a few days ago.
People were coming and going at the hotel entrance. Wu Fang couldn't afford to have a conflict with the hotel staff. She tried to keep a smile on her face and waited for Lin Yuqing to come.
After a while, Lin Yuqing walked over in her high - heeled shoes. She handed the invitation in her hand to the security guard and walked in without even looking at Wu Fang.
"Wait a minute. I'm with this lady." Unexpectedly, Lin Yuqing was so unkind to her. Wu Fang made a quick decision and called out to Lin Yuqing.
Today was a rare opportunity to expand her network and she definitely couldn't miss it.
Lin Yuqing really stopped. She turned around and looked at Wu Fang for a while: "I don't know this lady."
In front of all the staff, Lin Yuqing directly denied knowing Wu Fang and walked in on her high - heeled shoes.
None of the people coming and going at the hotel entrance stopped to look at Wu Fang. Occasionally, someone's gaze fell on her, filled with contempt.
At a party of this level, there were people who came to make a name for themselves and those who tried to sneak in.
Wu Fang had wanted to walk in with Ji Jiale in a most glorious way, but unexpectedly, she couldn't even enter the door and was standing there.
In the early autumn evening, there was still a bit of chill in the air. Wu Fang was wearing a dress and soon felt cold and uncomfortable.
No matter how much she explained to the staff at the door, they just wouldn't let her in.
Finally, having no other choice, Wu Fang went to the back door of the hotel.
She had thought that she could at least sneak in through the kitchen, but unexpectedly, the kitchen staff wouldn't let her in. Under extreme helplessness, Wu Fang gave a red envelope to the kitchen staff and finally managed to sneak in.
By the time she finally got in, the party had officially started. Everyone was waiting in one place for Shen Qingshan to appear.
Wu Fang had no idea what was going on. She walked out from the kitchen door. Finally reaching the banquet hall, as soon as she entered, a beam of light shone on her.
Instantly, everyone's eyes fell on Wu Fang.
Most of the people on the scene had never seen Wu Fang before. They looked at her for a long time but couldn't remember who she was.
Wu Fang hadn't figured out the situation yet. She thought this was a welcome ceremony for her and a proud smile appeared on her face.
She looked up at the people on the scene as if she was the noblest person there at that moment.