Chapter 29

This cocktail party was actually divided into two major circles. At the center were the true big shots of Chuzhou, who gathered to chat about the future of various industries and policy directions in Chuzhou. Unbeknownst to many, they might decide deals worth tens of millions or even hundreds of millions of yuan in these conversations.

On the periphery, however, was a group of young people who had come in with their parents or friends to socialize.

Among the young people, Xu Rongfei and Jiang Churan, two exceptionally beautiful girls, naturally became the focus of everyone's attention.

Ever since Xu Rongfei went to find Chen Fan, many people had been looking over.

"Who's that guy?"

"I don't know him. He's not part of this circle, right?"

"Maybe he's from outside. Wow, they look pretty close. Could he be Xu Rongfei's boyfriend?"

Everyone was quite puzzled.

Those who recognized Chen Fan explained to the others.

"He's a student at Ivy High School, from Sishui County. They say he's quite a fighter. A few days ago, Xu Rongfei even threw herself at him in public."

"Really? How did Xu Rongfei end up with him?"

"Exactly, he looks like that, dressed in cheap clothes, not even as good as my employees."

"Damn, how dare someone from outside our circle come in to flirt with our beauties? Can you stand this?"

Upon hearing that he was indeed Xu Rongfei's boyfriend, many people's eyes turned red.

Xu Rongfei and Jiang Churan were the top beauties in the circle, and countless people envied them. Many who had gone to college or even graduated still secretly lusted after these two lovely girls. Now, a guy had actually come into their circle to try to take one of them?

"If Chu Minghui were here, he would definitely give that guy a good lesson," someone said sourly.

Chu Minghui had once led a group to beat up one of Xu Rongfei's suitors so badly that he couldn't get out of bed for three months. It was still a topic of conversation in the circle.

At the center of the party, a group of influential figures were gathered, chatting and laughing.

Li Yichen followed a stern-looking middle-aged man, smiling as he introduced him to various important people. These figures might not be prominent in all of China or Jiangnan Province, but in Chuzhou, they were leaders in their respective industries.

Suddenly, he saw his lackey, Mo Xiaoshan, secretly signaling to him.

Li Yichen excused himself to his father and walked over, somewhat annoyed.

"What is it? Didn't you see that my father is introducing me to important guests?"

"I just went to get some food and saw that guy from the bar in the food area," Mo Xiaoshan said hurriedly.

"Chen Fan?" Li Yichen's eyes narrowed, and he asked curiously, "How did he get in? This party is very strict about invitations. Without assets worth tens of millions or a member of equal status vouching for you, you can't even get in. He's just a bartender, so he shouldn't have received an invitation."

"That's why I suspect he might have sneaked in," Mo Xiaoshan added. "With his skills, it wouldn't be hard for him to sneak into a place like this."

"That... is not impossible," Li Yichen nodded in agreement. "But what does it have to do with us?"

Although Li Yichen was somewhat wary of Chen Fan, he didn't really take him seriously.

Louxiaoxiao, standing nearby, said smugly, "I just sent a text to Chu Minghui, telling him that Xu Rongfei is at the party. I didn't expect that guy to be here too. I wonder..."

Li Yichen was also taken aback. Given Chu Minghui's fiery temper, if he really encountered that guy at the party, a fight might break out right there.

"Look, isn't that Chu Minghui? He came so quickly," Mo Xiaoshan suddenly exclaimed.

The two of them looked over and saw a well-built young man in casual clothes pushing through the crowd, striding confidently toward them.

"This should be interesting," Li Yichen thought to himself.

...

Xu Rongfei was excitedly discussing which desserts were delicious with Chen Fan when a man suddenly walked over and blocked their path.

"Feifei, come with me. I need to talk to you."

Chu Minghui's eyes were fixed on Xu Rongfei, completely ignoring the other two.

"Ah? Can't you say it here?"

Xu Rongfei's eyes flashed with panic when she saw him, and she forced a smile.

"Here?" Chu Minghui glanced around and then rudely ordered the other two, "Move aside. Feifei and I need to talk privately."

Before Jiang Churan could respond, Chen Fan frowned and said, "Why should we move?"

"Who are you?" Chu Minghui, surprised that someone would dare to resist, turned to look him up and down, and his expression suddenly changed. "You wouldn't be Chen Fan, would you?"

"It's me. What of it?" Chen Fan replied coolly.

"Ha, I've heard of you," Chu Minghui said arrogantly. "They say you're quite a fighter, even beating Si Yingxia."

"But you should know that Si Yingxia's taekwondo is just a show. It's good for performance, but in a real fight, it's suicide."

"Is that so?" Chen Fan remained nonchalant.

Chu Minghui sneered, seemingly not taking this so-called rival seriously. He then turned to Xu Rongfei and whispered, "Feifei, come with me. I really need to talk to you."

He then reached out to grab Xu Rongfei's arm.

Xu Rongfei was startled and quickly retreated, hiding behind Chen Fan. "Chu Minghui, what are you doing?"

Chu Minghui was about to step forward when Chen Fan blocked him and said coldly, "You're not welcome here. Please leave."

"Get out of my way!" Chu Minghui's face turned red with anger, and he pushed Chen Fan, but Chen Fan didn't budge.

He sneered and said, "Kid, are you really going to stand against me?"

"So what if I am?" Chen Fan's eyes were cold and indifferent.

"Do you know who I am?" Chu Minghui seemed to find the situation hilarious.

"I started military training at twelve, was specially recruited into the Jiangnan Military District Reconnaissance Battalion at fifteen, and was sent to military school at sixteen."

"I've handled more guns than you've seen."

"I've fought one-on-one with the most elite special forces."

He looked at Chen Fan with a mocking expression. "Now, are you still going to challenge me?"

"So what?"

Chen Fan stood his ground, undaunted.

...

Many people had already been paying attention to this corner, and Chu Minghui's appearance immediately drew everyone's attention.

"Isn't that Chu Minghui? Why is he here?"

"Damn, this kid is going to clash with Chu Minghui."

"Look at Chu Minghui's face. It's like he wants to kill that Chen Fan."

Seeing the commotion, people gathered around.

"Who is Chu Minghui?"

Some newcomers to the circle asked curiously.

"Chu Minghui is the son of Commander Chu. They say he spends half his school time training with the elite reconnaissance battalion of the provincial military district. Once, a rich kid from the development zone had a conflict with him, and he beat up seven or eight people with a belt. He's also a devoted suitor of Xu Rongfei."

Others explained with a sense of superiority.

The newcomers were stunned. Such a formidable person. Doesn't that mean Chen Fan is in trouble?

Thinking of this, many people looked at Chen Fan with schadenfreude.

Si Yingxia and Chang Wen were chatting with others on the other side of the room.

A handsome young man like Si Yingxia was rare even in this circle, and many girls were looking at him with admiration. So far, seven groups of girls had tried to chat with him, including some who were just as beautiful as Chang Wen.

"Boss Si, guess who I saw?"

At this moment, Ji Xingyu rushed over excitedly.

"Who?" Si Yingxia frowned, as he was in a bad mood.

"It's Chen Fan. He's actually here too."

Ji Xingyu said excitedly.

"I also saw Chu Minghui go to find him."

"Given Chen Fan's character, he'll definitely clash with Chu Minghui. And Xu Rongfei is there too!"

"Really?" Chang Wen's eyes lit up, and she quickly pulled Si Yingxia. "Let's go see."

She added with a hint of malice, "That kid actually sneaked into the party. Now that he's been caught by Chu Minghui, he's in for a rough time."

Si Yingxia's eyes narrowed as he followed her.

Although he didn't say it, his resentment toward Chen Fan was growing, almost turning into hatred.

PS: Thanks to Devil丨angel for the recommendation and to Lao Na Fahao丶Kouwei Zhong and this amazing book friend for the 588. Thanks also to ayif, Jin Junhe, Bing Fenfen Bing, Shuyou160628, Buyu D, and Douying217 for the support. If I missed anyone, please bear with me. O(∩_∩)O

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