Chapter 171 - 171 157 Character Exchange Card_2

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Chapter 171: Chapter 157 [Character Exchange Card]_2 Chapter 171: Chapter 157 [Character Exchange Card]_2 “Buzz, buzz, buzz—”, the cellphone in the pocket vibrated. [Qingqing: “It was just a brief encounter. I asked casually at the time, why do you ask this?”] Shen Yuyan replied, “It’s nothing, continue with what you were doing.” Just then, the host took the stage again, his voice clear as he announced, “Next, please move to the banquet hall. The organizers have prepared a lavish buffet reception for everyone, and I wish you all a pleasant discussion.” Following the crowd into the resplendent banquet hall. Stepping on the soft, dark carpet, Shen Yuyan’s gaze swept around her. At least 500 square meters, with extra-high ceilings, it looked magnificent and imposing. Huge crystal chandeliers on the ceiling glittered like a river of stars, walls adorned with various decorations and paintings. Row upon row of long tables were laden with all kinds of delicacies and fine wines. One by one, the business elites clad in suits and leather shoes moved about, some engaged in animated discussions, others whispering among themselves. There were also official media conducting interviews and taking photographs. Standing amidst it all, Shen Yuyan took a deep breath, her eyes somewhat hazy. She loved such grand occasions, yearned to be the center of attention and even more to stand at the highest position. The ambition in her heart filled her previously low spirits with instant fullness. Glancing at Tang Song who moved effortlessly among the crowd, a flicker passed through Shen Yuyan’s eyes. She casually picked up two glasses of champagne from a long table and said to Wang Ning beside her, “Let’s go, Wang Ning, let’s go say hello to Tang Song.” Wang Ning’s face showed a hint of embarrassment, but seeing the expectant look in the eyes of his goddess, he couldn’t refuse and braced himself to say, “Alright.” Shen Yuyan nodded and stepped directly towards him. Feeling the gaze from aside, Tang Song turned around and looked over. As their eyes met, Shen Yuyan’s face blossomed with a bright smile, stopping about half a meter in front of him. Her voice crisp, she said, “Hello Tang Song, I don’t know if you remember me, we’ve met twice at Lu Ziming’s birthday parties.” Tang Song’s eyes swept over her pure and pretty face, her dignified posture. It was as if he again saw the school beauty who was once the center of everyone’s attention. He was momentarily distracted but quickly collected himself and cheerfully said, “Of course, I remember. In our class year, there weren’t many people I didn’t know. Hello, School Beauty Shen.” Shen Yuyan covered her mouth with a light laugh, “Just call me by my name. It’s been three years since graduation, that title sounds a bit odd.” “Ha-ha, hello Yuyan.” Wang Ning, standing behind, looked at Tang Song with his striking appearance and felt pressed on all fronts, a discomfit feeling stirring in his heart. His voice tense with complexity, he said, “Long time no see, Tang Song. When did you come back to Yan City to develop? Seems like you’re doing quite well.” Tang Song glanced at him and nodded calmly, “I’ve been back for a while now.” Wang Ning’s face changed, not expecting to be snubbed by Tang Song, his perfunctory attitude making it difficult for him to save face. Instead of the expected warm and joyful reunion of old classmates, Shen Yuyan suddenly realized something. Hurriedly, she handed over a glass of champagne and said, “It really makes me happy to run into an old classmate here, let’s toast to that.” “Thank you.” Tang Song took the transparent glass and lightly clinked it with hers, tilting his head for a sip. Watching the proactive School Beauty Shen, Tang Song felt many emotions stirring within him. This was essentially their first real conversation. The him from the past wasn’t prominent, whether in school or at birthday parties, he was just an optional extra, naturally lacking the opportunity to enter her circle of friends. He only had the chance to join in the crowd and exchange a few words with her. They chatted briefly about their school and the roadshow. Shen Yuyan looked at Wang Ning, who seemed uncomfortable, and took out a business card from her pocket to pass to him, saying, “This is my card, there’s a WeChat QR code on it. When you have time, we can discuss experiences on financing and entrepreneurship.” Tang Song’s performance today made a very deep impression on her. Making friends with such an outstanding individual could only be beneficial for her. Tang Song smiled as he took the business card, looking at her pure and pretty face, and said agreeably, “Alright.” “Then I won’t disturb you further, goodbye.” “Goodbye.” Watching Shen Yuyan’s graceful figure recede into the distance, Tang Song lowered his gaze to the shimmering silver business card in his hand and slid it into his pocket. “Was that girl your friend?” A magnetic, mature voice sounded beside his ear, and Xie Shuyu approached, a hint of red wine’s fragrance lingering about her. “A university alumnus, I guess you could say we know each other.” “She’s quite an impressive woman.” Xie Shuyu smiled, patting his shoulder. Just as she was about to jest, a male voice interrupted, “Shuyu, why did you leave the drinking session halfway and come here?” Immediately after, a middle-aged man approached. In his early forties, he was dressed in a sharp suit and shoes, with a rugged visage and deep, bright eyes; he bore the air and grace of a successful individual. Xie Shuyu smiled, “Sorry President Xu, I felt a bit unwell after drinking a couple of glasses on an empty stomach, just taking a little break.” President Xu’s gaze remained fixedly on Xie Shuyu, “There’s a private resting room inside the banquet hall, I’ll accompany you there to rest a bit, and you should eat something. Since I missed the afternoon’s roadshow, let’s have a good talk.” Xie Shuyu’s expression paused momentarily, and she extended her left hand to loop around Tang Song’s arm, softly saying, “The two of us were just about to go have dinner, maybe President Xu would like to join us?” Seeing their arms together, President Xu pressed his lips tightly together and said, “Never mind, you two go ahead, we’ll talk later.”

Chapter 171 - 171 157 Character Exchange Card_2

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