Since it was truly impossible to refuse, Ye Fei accepted the card.
"Since that's the case, I'll take you to Private Room Number One now," Sister Hong said with a smile.
She then led Ye Fei and the others towards Private Room Number One.
As for Dai Gao and his group, they ultimately did not have their meal at Cloudtop Hotel and left rather dejectedly.
Meanwhile, after Sister Hong left, He Jingyao eagerly asked, "Ye Fei, why is Sister Hong so respectful to you? How much more about you is there that surprises me?"
Ye Fei vaguely replied, "The elders in my family have some connection with Sister Hong."
This brief sentence directly answered He Jingyao's question. Seeing that Ye Fei had no intention of continuing the conversation, He Jingyao did not press further and proceeded to have dinner with Ye Fei.
After the meal, Ye Fei and He Jingyao left Cloudtop Hotel by car.
The next morning, Ye Fei was scheduled to accompany He Jingyao to an auction to select a gift. Two days later, the responsible person surnamed Yuan from Wanhe Commercial Center would be hosting his grandfather's eightieth birthday banquet. More importantly, whoever's gift managed to catch the old man's eye would be granted the qualification to set up shop in Wanhe Commercial Center. Of course, this did not guarantee ultimate success in establishing a presence there; it was merely the most basic condition. There would still be several rounds of selection to choose the best among the best. However, even such a single opportunity had set many families in motion. Even recent auctions had been incredibly popular.
Ye Fei and He Jingyao drove directly to Jiangcheng's largest auction center. The auction hall was already bustling with the clinking of glasses and the movement of gentlemen in suits raising their drinks. Naturally, there were also many elegantly dressed ladies in formal attire.
Ye Fei did not particularly enjoy such scenes, but as He Jingyao's bodyguard for the time being, he had an obligation to stay by her side.
"Ye Fei, if you're not comfortable, you can go rest over there and come back when the auction officially begins," He Jingyao said considerately.
"It's fine. It's been a while since I've attended an auction. I might as well come and broaden my horizons," Ye Fei replied with a smile.
Hearing Ye Fei's self-deprecating remark, He Jingyao felt a warmth in her heart. She knew Ye Fei was speaking to put her at ease.
"Alright then, let's go sit in a corner nearby and wait for the auction to start," He Jingyao suggested.
Ye Fei was more than happy to agree and nodded.
As the two were heading towards a corner seat, several young masters dressed in suits, accompanied by their female companions, approached Ye Fei and He Jingyao.
"Oh, isn't this the eldest daughter of the He family?"
"A pleasure to meet you!"
The speaker was dressed in a black suit and impeccably styled. He was Song Cheng, the eldest young master of the Song family.
"What, you still have the leisure to attend an auction? It seems our Song family has been too lenient with you!"
"You must be in dire straits right now, aren't you?"
"I must admit, your research and development team is quite good, truly top-notch individuals!"
"Hahaha!" Song Cheng was beaming with pride, as if he could already foresee the He family's downfall.
"Hmph, you thief!"
"Let me tell you, our He family cannot be defeated!"
"You will soon taste the bitter consequences!"
"At that time, I won't show any mercy even if you beg me!"
"Just wait for our He family's fierce retaliation!"
He Jingyao thought of their whitening cream and felt completely confident. Everything was on track now, and it would only take a little time to defeat Song Corporation!
"Young Master Song, this little beauty is quite feisty!"
"It seems she won't shed tears until she sees the coffin!" one of Young Master Song's subordinates scoffed.
"Miss He, since our Song Corporation has made its move, we have naturally made thorough preparations. The core personnel of your company's research and development team have already defected. What do you have to fight me with?" Song Cheng said confidently.
"Young Master Song, don't get too carried away. Beware of stumbling!"
"In three days, I'll see if you can still laugh!"
He Jingyao remained unfazed and, not wanting to engage in further pointless arguments, pulled Ye Fei to her right.
"Ye Fei, let's go!"
"Don't bother with them!"
Young Master Song was so enraged his nose was almost twitching. He hadn't expected the young lady from the He family to be so bold as to talk back to him!
"Stop them!" Song Cheng ordered his bodyguards.
Two of Song Cheng's bodyguards immediately stepped forward, blocking Ye Fei and He Jingyao.
"My young master wishes to speak with you!"
"Please stay!"
These two bodyguards exuded an imposing aura, their arms spread wide, completely preventing Ye Fei and He Jingyao from leaving.
"Young Master Song, this is going too far!"
"This is a public place, not your Song family's territory!" He Jingyao exclaimed angrily.
Ye Fei almost couldn't help but make a move, but He Jingyao stopped him just in time.
"Hmph, our Song family is one of the four great affluent families in Jiangcheng. Apart from the Ye family, the most prestigious family in Jiangcheng, who else should our Song family fear?"
"Little girl, I'll make this clear today."
"If you are willing to spend a night with me, I will let this matter go. Otherwise, not only you, but this pretty boy next to you will also suffer!" Song Cheng said playfully.
His gaze lingered on He Jingyao without any pretense.
"No wonder everyone says the eldest daughter of the He family is a top beauty. It's true," Song Cheng said, his eyes still fixed on He Jingyao.
"Song Cheng, don't push your luck!"
"Although our He family cannot compare to your Song family, our He family has been rooted in Jiangcheng for many years and is not to be trifled with!"
"I demand you immediately apologize for your inappropriate remarks!" He Jingyao said sternly.
As a young lady of wealth, how could she tolerate a man commenting on her appearance in front of everyone? This was simply an insult to her!
"Young Master Song, Miss He is actually angry!"
"You should try to appease her!" one of his companions teased.
Upon hearing these words, Ye Fei's eyes instantly filled with murderous intent. He stepped in front of He Jingyao and said, "You few men are like gossipy old women!"
"You've truly disgraced manhood!"
"Let me tell you, if you don't apologize today, you'll regret it!" Ye Fei's gaze was sharp, and he sternly scanned the group.
The men were instantly stunned by Ye Fei, freezing for a moment before reacting with fury.
"Pretty boy, what right do you have to speak here!"
"Get lost!"
"You dare threaten me!"
"I think you've grown a bear's heart and a leopard's guts to dare oppose us!"
"Let me tell you, Miss He can't protect you either!"
"I'll teach you a lesson first!" One of Song Cheng's subordinates stepped forward, intending to teach Ye Fei a lesson.