The rotation in the business world is always swift. In the few months since Shi Yu left Du City, some of the people who knew him have moved on to develop in other places, while others have been cruelly squeezed out of this circle.
Therefore, most people present do not know him and do not pay much attention to him.
They notice him, but it is believed to be merely due to his handsome appearance and the undeniable aura of a king about him.
Everyone speculates that this young man must have an impressive background, but no one can pinpoint exactly from which industry or company he comes.
No one has considered that this reserved young man is in fact the once-talked-about young master of the Shi Family, Shi Yu.
Wen Wan was also a capable businesswoman in her youth, but she withdrew and ceased her involvement in the business world following that incident.
However, among the seasoned veterans, there are still many who know her.
Seeing her arrival, many people come up to greet her.
And with each greeting, Wen Wan gracefully nods, maintaining her dignified smile.
Shi Yu’s expression remains cold throughout.
For some reason, even though his expression is the same as usual, Shen Cheng feels he is in a bad mood.
Disdaining this banquet, yet he still attends?
Yet although puzzled, Shen Cheng does not voice her questions, maintaining a calm and composed demeanor from the moment she enters.
She stands beside Shi Yu, coolly elegant and noble, matching him perfectly.
Before the banquet begins, there seems to be a long period intentionally arranged for free socializing.
This setup is very calculated, almost deliberately providing merchants and officials with an opportunity for private transactions and networking.
About half an hour passes before the banquet officially starts.
Shen Cheng overhears a few people nearby discussing.
"Is today’s banquet hosted by Shi Yaoguang?"
"You don’t even know this, how did you get in?"
"I am not from Du City; I came along with my aunt for fun."
"No wonder I haven’t seen you before... Shi Yaoguang is someone with great prestige in the business circles of Du City and even in the surrounding areas."
"Oh, that explains why there are so many people."
Shen Cheng finds this place vaguely familiar.
Glancing around, she remembers—this is the Shi Family’s place.
Now she realizes why Shi Yu had such a conversation with Wen Wan in the car.
As she reflects on this, two figures appear on the main stage at the center of the banquet.
The surrounding chatter gradually quiets down, the silence suggesting that the two on the stage are today’s protagonists.
Shen Cheng doesn’t claim to have a photographic memory, but these two people – she truly remembers them...
She had seen them act out a melodramatic scene once, which is why she simply can’t bring herself to feel positive towards them.
However, judging from appearances alone, the pair does seem well-matched.
Shi Yaoguang was dashing and handsome in his youth, and even now, past the age of fifty, he still carries himself with charm.
The woman beside him, Ye Jin, may not be extremely beautiful, but she has a sly allure about her that men find irresistible.
Shi Yaoguang appears to be in a good mood, and after the banquet commences, he gives a formal speech.
"Today is Mr. Shi and his wife’s wedding anniversary, and we are delighted to welcome everyone who has taken time out of their busy schedules to grace this event."
"Here, I am also honored to provide an opportunity for everyone to network, and I wish everyone’s career prosperity and success."