Arriving at the concert venue, it was already packed with people and there wasn't a single empty seat.
"Mr. Lu, the VIP seats are ahead!" Shen Xiaoxiao pointed to a row in front, "You can sit wherever you like."
Lu Fan nodded slightly and didn't stand on ceremony, taking a seat directly.
Yang Zixin and Hu Yu felt a little embarrassed, as they had never enjoyed such treatment before.
The VIP lounge was the closest to the concert stage. Even with money, one might not be able to buy a VIP seat; it required an invitation.
Anyone seated in the VIP section possessed considerable status, otherwise, it wouldn't be so.
"Zixin, your cousin isn't simple!" Hu Yu said awkwardly.
A few days prior, at Shen Wenqing's birthday, Lu Fan had shown a glimpse of his capabilities. Hu Yu had initially thought it was a coincidence, but now it seemed otherwise; Lu Fan was by no means an ordinary person.
During the concert, the stars on stage showcased their talents, eliciting endless cheers. Shen Xiaoxiao accompanied Lu Fan, her eyes filled with respect.
Yang Zixin naturally noticed this and became increasingly curious about Lu Fan's identity. However, since Lu Fan didn't say anything, he didn't press the matter.
"Mr. Lu, besides the concert, there will be a reception at Tianxia Mingchu later," Shen Xiaoxiao asked, "Do you have time, Mr. Lu?"
"A reception?"
Lu Fan shrugged and looked towards Hu Yu and the other person, "Are you two interested?"
"A celebrity reception?"
Yang Zixin exclaimed, "Can we really attend? That's a place for people with status!"
"Of course, you can attend. Mr. Lu is a distinguished guest of my Shen family," Shen Xiaoxiao smiled. "Both the concert and the reception are sponsored by my Shen family, so there's no problem."
Hu Yu was quite excited. This was something they wouldn't even dare to dream of. Attending a celebrity reception meant getting close to celebrities, which for them was like a fantasy.
"Do you want to attend?" Lu Fan asked again, "Don't be polite. If you want to go, you can go with Miss Shen!"
"Of course, we want to," Yang Zixin said, "It's just, I don't know if it's convenient. After all, this is a celebrity reception. Under normal circumstances, it wouldn't be appropriate for people like us without status to go."
"I already said, Mr. Lu is a distinguished guest of my Shen family," Miss Shen smiled. "You are Mr. Lu's friends, so you are naturally distinguished guests as well!"
"Since that's the case, let's go then!" Lu Fan nodded slightly, "It will be troublesome for Miss Shen!"
"It's no trouble!" Shen Xiaoxiao quickly replied, "It's already an honor for my Shen family that Mr. Lu can attend Tianxia Mingchu. If my father knew, he would probably be even happier!"
Hu Yu and Yang Zixin sat to the side, their bodies tingling with astonishment. What kind of incredible status did Lu Fan possess to be treated so by Shen Xiaoxiao? It was almost unbelievable.
The concert continued. Yang Xiaofei was currently performing, dressed in a magnificent gown, looking like a fairy descended to earth. She hadn't noticed Lu Fan, as there were many people in the concert hall.
"If we can attend the reception, then I can ask Yang Xiaofei for an autograph," Hu Yu said with a smile, "It's truly a case of being close to the water tower and getting the moon first!"
"I remember from university you always wanted celebrity autographs. Now you can finally get your wish," Yang Zixin laughed.
"But it might not necessarily come true!" Hu Yu shook his head. "Even if we can attend the reception, whether we can get an autograph is another matter."
"It's just an autograph. If you want one, I'll have him sign them for you at the reception," Lu Fan said directly.
Hu Yu and Yang Zixin didn't reply. They didn't know if what Lu Fan said was true or not, but the fact that Lu Fan could say this likely meant he had a good chance.
After the concert ended, everyone began to disperse. Lu Fan, holding three admission tickets, led the two towards Tianxia Mingchu.
Shen Xiaoxiao had matters to attend to, dealing with the concert's closing ceremony, so she wouldn't be going to Tianxia Mingchu.
Arriving at Tianxia Mingchu, they eagerly headed towards the reception hall. Many figures were already present in the banquet hall. The celebrities who had just performed hadn't arrived yet, but the atmosphere was already lively.
"Is this a celebrity reception?"
Yang Zixin asked in surprise, "Why don't I recognize any of these people?"
"Celebrity receptions are themed around celebrities, along with some wealthy families," Lu Fan explained. "Those attending here have some status in Chuzhou, or they might even be bosses from out of town."
"So that's how it is. No wonder they are dressed so elegantly!" Hu Yu nodded.
"If you say so, can't we find some rich and handsome men here?" Yang Zixin laughed, "I just don't know if they'd be a good match."
"Sister Zixin, if they are a perfect match, is there anyone who wouldn't be a good match?" Lu Fan smiled.
Yang Zixin also laughed. Lu Fan's words made him feel quite pleased.
"Yang Xiaofei is here!"
Just then, many people exclaimed, turning their gazes towards the entrance. A woman in a long dress, surrounded by others, entered the reception hall, looking radiant. Her demeanor exuded a certain heroic spirit.
"Mr. Lu, why are you at the reception?"
As soon as she entered the reception, Yang Xiaofei saw Lu Fan and was even more surprised, walking towards him.
In Jiangnan, Lu Fan had helped her quite a bit, and she hadn't had the chance to thank him. She hadn't expected to encounter Lu Fan at a reception in Chuzhou.
"What a coincidence!" Lu Fan smiled, "I just watched a concert. Your singing was quite good!"
"You flatter me, Mr. Lu!" Yang Xiaofei laughed, "If Mr. Lu wishes to listen, I can sing for you day and night!"
"That won't be necessary!" Lu Fan waved his hand.
Inside the banquet hall, many people cast glances, curious about who Lu Fan was to be treated so by Yang Xiaofei.
After all, there were many prominent families and wealthy second-generation individuals present, yet Yang Xiaofei hadn't shown such courtesy to any of them.
Yang Zixin and Hu Yu stood to the side, feeling considerable pressure. They had never imagined that Lu Fan would know Yang Xiaofei, and judging by Yang Xiaofei's expression, she seemed to have feelings for Lu Fan.
"Mr. Lu, let's sit over here," Yang Xiaofei gestured forward, "We haven't seen each other in a while, we should have a good chat."
"That's exactly what I intended!" Lu Fan nodded slightly, "These two want your autograph, you can't be stingy!"
Yang Xiaofei glanced at them and then smiled, "Since they are Mr. Lu's friends, how could I refuse!"
Yang Xiaofei immediately wrote several autographs and handed them to Hu Yu and Yang Zixin.
The two were overjoyed but didn't know what to do, feeling anxious.
It was their first time meeting a celebrity, and they didn't know how to converse. Lu Fan, however, remained calm and chatted animatedly with Yang Xiaofei.