Chapter 524: Investor Night 3 (The Only Protagonist)

Watching the barrage exploding like fireworks above her head, Tang Song's eyes flickered.

Clearly, this school beauty Shen had secretly checked the information on Rongliu Capital.

However, the magnitude of the other party's reaction was somewhat beyond his expectations.

It also made him realize more clearly and profoundly the "charm of power."

He had a deeper understanding of human nature.

Shen Yu Yan's "whispers" were actually a mirror, reflecting the desires and weaknesses of everyone in the power game.

"Shirley? Are you alright?"

Shen Yu Yan shuddered, trying hard to remain calm, her voice trembling: "I'm fine, I just thought about you helping me out of trouble just now, and I'm very moved."

She took the initiative to step forward, gently hooking her arm around Tang Song's, pressing her full, firm chest against him.

Feeling her scent, Tang Song smiled. "You are the Special Consultant I invited, so naturally, I have to help you."

In the "Whispers of Human Nature" dungeon, the barrage above Shen Yu Yan's head could pass through walls, more like a projection of a mental state.

He had seen her hateful barrage while sitting in the rest area and guessed that she had encountered an enemy. To prevent things from spiraling out of control and deviating from his expectations, he had appeared decisively.

"Thank you, Tang Song." Shen Yu Yan pursed her lips tightly, looking down at her clutch, her fingers slightly cold.

The stinging sensation on the tip of her tongue was still reminding her that all of this was not a dream.

Tang Song was truly the Chairman and CEO of a 2 billion USD private equity fund.

Although these funds didn't belong to him personally, being able to control such a massive amount of capital meant the power and influence behind him were beyond the reach of ordinary people.

Even in the country, the scale of such fund management could be called massive.

For example, Mingjian Capital, the scale of funds it managed was only about the same.

However, Wang Yu Bo was just the son of the Chairman of Mingjian Capital, while Tang Song himself was the actual helmsman of Rongliu Capital.

【I, I might have chosen the wrong title. With his status, appearing at the venue as his Special Assistant might have been more respected and sought after than as a "Special Consultant."】

【But it doesn't matter. Rongliu Capital's popularity in the country isn't high. Even if it appears at the venue, it won't cause too much of a stir. Tang Song coming here must be to expand business and enhance influence. For someone like me who is good at socializing, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.】

A person's social value is not just connections and status, but also: emotional support, information sharing, humor, and companionship.

Although she, Shen Yu Yan, didn't have many connections, she had enough emotional intelligence.

After the two met up with the three core employees of Rongliu Capital, they stepped into the VIP check-in area together and completed the check-in process.

Media lenses flashed one after another, and the flashes on both sides of the red carpet lit up like stars, decorating the entire entrance brilliantly.

Standing on the red carpet, welcoming the baptism of the flashes, Shen Yu Yan felt like she had just woken from a dream.

Only at this very moment did she truly realize how rare the opportunity Tang Song had given her was.

It could be said that this was the closest she had ever been to success in her life.

Inside the venue, the crowd was surging and bustling.

Due to the massive area of the venue, the entire space was finely divided into multiple functional areas.

"Social Plaza," "Tech Interactive Exhibition Area," "Capital Docking Cabin," "VIP Hall," etc., each area exuded a unique atmosphere and attraction.

The air was permeated with the scent of money and ambition; everyone was smiling, and every gaze was hunting.

Barrage: 【It's starting! Shen Yu Yan, show all your strength!】

Shen Yu Yan gently hooked her arm around Tang Song's, her gaze excited and eager to try. "Mr. Tang, are we going to the Social Plaza now?"

Her tone carried a hint of expectation and just the right amount of thoughtfulness.

This was the main reason she chose "Special Consultant"—she could appear by his side as his female companion, becoming an indispensable accessory.

Whether it was easing the atmosphere or promoting communication, she was determined to be flawless, making Tang Song look at her with new eyes.

Tang Song shook his head calmly. "No need, we're going directly to the VIP Hall."

"Oh, alright." Shen Yu Yan nodded vigorously, following Tang Song through the crowd and walking inside.

Approaching the VIP Hall, the people around became fewer and fewer.

Shen Yu Yan's eyes lit up, and she suddenly whispered, "Mr. Tang, I ran into an acquaintance. Should we go say hello?"

"Oh? Who?" Tang Song raised an eyebrow.

Shen Yu Yan let out a soft breath, trying hard to hide the excitement in her heart, her slender fingers pointing unobtrusively toward a figure moving slowly in the distance.

"He is one of the partners of Jingwu Capital's Greater China region, Qi Botao." She paused and whispered, "Dr. Qi is not only a top expert in the medical and health field but also possesses a deep industry background, responsible for Jingwu Capital's investment decisions in the biomedical sector in Greater China. At a gathering yesterday, I had brief contact with him."

The corners of her mouth lifted slightly, and confident light flashed in her eyes.

As someone with a personality that is good at calculating and utilizing resources, now backed by the big tree of Tang Song and Rongliu Capital, her social resources were no longer what they used to be.

Even facing a figure like Qi Botao, it was enough to make the other party treat her with caution.

More importantly, this could also reflect her value and guide the situation in a direction favorable to herself, further consolidating her status.

Hearing her words, Tang Song's expression was very strange.

Little Shen! You are heading in the direction of a "comedic character"!

You probably don't know who I'm going to take you to see next, right?

Looking at the spirited and confident school beauty Shen, Tang Song suddenly felt she was a bit cute.

"No need, let's go meet up with friends first." Tang Song interrupted her expectation in a calm tone.

Shen Yu Yan was stunned, then barely squeezed out a smile. "Oh, oh—alright."

Although she agreed readily, she couldn't help but feel a wave of disappointment in her heart.

【A sigma male who doesn't understand romance!】

The sound of footsteps rang out again, and the group continued along the corridor.

What surprised her was that the direction they were walking in was the same as that Dr. Qi.

As the distance gradually closed, Shen Yu Yan's heartbeat couldn't help but accelerate a bit.

Passing through a gorgeously decorated door, the magnificent VIP Hall instantly appeared before her eyes.

There were actually not many people inside, only a dozen or so.

The entire space was magnificent, the lights soft and dazzling, making every guest appear as if they were shrouded in a layer of dreamy halo.

Shen Yu Yan's gaze still followed Qi Botao's figure.

He was cordially conversing with an executive from the organizer, his laughter and talk revealing a sense of composure and majesty that was hard to ignore.

Subsequently, he walked slowly toward the central area of the VIP Hall, seemingly heading straight for some important figure or circle.

Immediately after, several tall, elegant, and extraordinary figures came into view.

They stood in the core position that attracted everyone's attention, men and women, Asian and European.

Everyone exuded unique charm, and their every gesture revealed the aura that only top-tier power and wealth possessed.

This aura deeply attracted Shen Yu Yan's gaze, making her breathing rapid and her heartbeat accelerate.

The most eye-catching among them was a very tall white beauty.

Wearing ten-centimeter pointed high heels, she looked especially outstanding.

In terms of appearance alone, she was not inferior to the top supermodels in the Victoria's Secret show.

Just as she was watching, Qi Botao walked into the middle of that group of people.

The smile on his face was gentle and enthusiastic, his attitude humble, greeting them one by one, and finally standing beside that white beauty, looking at her with reverent eyes.

Shen Yu Yan clearly remembered how restrained and indifferent Qi Botao was at the Park Hyatt Club yesterday, his every gesture carrying a sense of distance that kept strangers away, making her not even dare to go up and talk.

It was a stark contrast to his attitude at this moment.

A mix of complex emotions surged in Shen Yu Yan's heart: admiration, desire, and a trace of hidden inferiority.

Subsequently, her gaze turned to the man beside her.

He remained indifferent and calm, seemingly unaffected by the aura of these people.

Her rosy, full lips parted slightly.

Barrage: 【Tang Song! Tang Song! Can you take me in?】

【This is the world I've dreamed of but could never touch!】

"Let's go." Tang Song's voice suddenly rang out.

Shen Yu Yan quickly recovered and followed him toward the central area.

As they approached, several people looked over quickly.

"Thump, thump—"

Shen Yu Yan's heart was beating violently.

Immediately after, the few people standing in the middle of the VIP Hall also cast their gazes over.

That white beauty's eyes suddenly brightened.

Her red lips lifted slightly, but her eyes carried a condescending scrutiny, as if she were long accustomed to being looked up to.

"Tap, tap—" Tang Song's footsteps suddenly stopped, his gaze looking toward the other party.

Just then.

The white beauty's eyes became a bit gentler, and she took the initiative to walk toward them.

The light from the crystal chandelier poured down like broken diamonds, and her sapphire earrings swayed gently.

She was wearing a dark blue suit skirt, the tailoring as sharp as a blade, outlining her figure to near perfection.

Under the V-neck design, her exquisite collarbones were faintly visible, and the line of her neck was as slender as a swan's.

Her golden curly hair fell over her shoulders like ocean waves, and the sapphire earrings at her ears refracted a cold light under the illumination, making her skin look like snow.

Shen Yu Yan's fingertips tightened unconsciously, her nails almost sinking into Tang Song's suit fabric.

The air seemed to stagnate at this moment.

Only the "tap-tap" sound of high heels remained.

The woman's gaze lingered on her for a brief moment, then turned to Tang Song.

Her entire presence was like a magnet, easily attracting the attention of the entire room, and even an invisible sense of oppression permeated the air.

Although Annie was always lazy and casual in front of Tang Song, one had to know that she was one of the heirs to a top American financial conglomerate, a true top socialite.

When she was firing on all cylinders, that innate noble temperament and sharp aura were enough to make anyone look twice.

Shen Yu Yan's eyes widened, and she subconsciously let go of Tang Song's arm.

She suddenly realized—the friends Tang Song brought her to see might be them!

Her chest felt stifled, and her breathing accelerated involuntarily.

Barrage: 【Then who is this woman?!】

【What is her relationship with Tang Song?】

"Song, you're here." The woman lifted her wrist and glanced at her watch. "I've been waiting for you—3 minutes. I thought you would be waiting for me here."

Her English pronunciation was elegant and lazy, carrying a hint of the unique tone of high society.

Shen Yu Yan's breathing stalled.

Barrage: 【Ahhh! She really is Tang Song's friend!】

【My god! What is her identity?】

Tang Song looked calmly at this "foreign mare" in front of him and smiled faintly. "You didn't have to wait."

Today, she was unusually wearing super high heels. When the two stood face-to-face, Annie even had to look down at him slightly.

He could feel that this "foreign mare" still wanted to conquer him.

But today, on such an important occasion, he absolutely couldn't drop the ball.

He had to cosplay the "Tang Song" from the game and fiercely suppress this foreign mare.

"Alright, waiting for you is always worth it." Annie chuckled, her fingertips casually playing with the golden hair at her ear. She looked at Shen Yu Yan pointedly. "And this beautiful lady is?"

"Shirley Shen, Special Consultant for Rongliu Capital."

Shen Yu Yan's fingertips trembled slightly, but she forced herself to keep smiling. The barrage began to turn red:

【She's sizing me up... like looking at a product waiting to be priced!】

【Calm down! Calm down! Absolutely cannot drop the ball!】

Shen Yu Yan hurriedly folded her hands in front of her and bowed slightly. "Hello, I'm Shirley, very happy to meet you."

Hearing her familiar voice, Annie's light-colored eyes narrowed slightly, her red lips parting: "Interesting."

A short word, yet it made Shen Yu Yan feel like she was on pins and needles, a shiver running down her spine, but she didn't dare to show it at all.

Just then, Annie reached out directly, naturally hooking her arm around Tang Song's left arm, taking the place where she had originally been.

Shen Yu Yan's chest felt stifled, and an indescribable sense of inferiority and jealousy surged into her heart like a tide.

【That's my spot!】

【Why! But she is indeed much more excellent than me!】

【Every move she makes is like shooting a Wall Street fashion blockbuster!】

【Ahhh! What should I do?】

Tang Song looked at school beauty Shen and introduced, "Shirley, this is the co-founder of Jingwu Capital, Annie Carter."

Annie smiled without a word, just hugging Tang Song's arm tightly.

A "boom" went off in Shen Yu Yan's brain, her thoughts instantly blank, goosebumps breaking out all over her body.

The barrage above her head completely turned into disordered symbols and punctuation 【#￥%—... &*!!!】

Co-founder of Jingwu Capital?!

The crowd that had been surrounding Annie quickly gathered toward this side, taking the initiative to greet them:

"Hello, Mr. Tang, I am Bai Xingwen from Jingwu Capital."

"Hello, Mr. Tang, I am Qi Botao from Jingwu Capital. It is an honor to meet you."

Just then, a commotion suddenly came from the entrance of the banquet hall.

Several staff members wearing suits and work badges walked in, the middle-aged man leading them sporting a meticulously combed back hairstyle.

"Ms. Carter! Mr. Tang!" The middle-aged man walked quickly, stopping at a distance of three steps, his face carrying just the right amount of excitement: "I didn't expect the two of you to come in person; it truly adds radiance to our event."

Shen Yu Yan couldn't help but look at the man's chest, her gaze dull.

【Executive Chairman of the Organizing Committee - Shi Junze】

"Hello." Annie's red lips curled into a playful arc, nodding faintly, leaning her body against Tang Song, seemingly expressing something.

Tang Song looked at the foreign mare and shook hands with the other party politely. "Chairman Shi is too kind."

Shi Junze exchanged pleasantries with him for two sentences, then immediately gestured to the side, and the three executives behind him immediately stepped forward:

"Hello, Mr. Tang, I am Zhou Yi, Secretary-General of the Organizing Committee."

"Long admired your name, I am Wang Jin, Media and Public Relations Director."

"It is an honor to meet you, I am—"

Self-introductions followed one after another, and amidst the noise, there was inexplicably a sense of order.

Shen Yu Yan and the other 3 from Rongliu Capital stood at a slightly further position, looking at Tang Song in the center of the crowd in a daze.

He remained calm and indifferent throughout, his slender figure plated with a cold-toned outline by the light of the crystal chandelier, the whole person exuding a cold and noble temperament.

It was perfectly integrated with the surrounding environment.

In her worldview, the curtain was being slowly pulled open.

The surrounding discussion became a blurred background sound.

The slightly leaning posture of the organizer's executives was like carefully designed stage positioning.

The gazes cast upon him (whether awe, flattery, or respect) were the spotlights.

He was the only protagonist in this drama.

When he spoke, everyone would subconsciously remain quiet.

When he was silent, everyone would show nervousness and anxiety.

He didn't need to do anything deliberately.

Just standing there was enough to stir everyone's emotions. ===== CHAPTER 525 =====