Liu Hao stood by, somewhat bewildered and at a loss. Lu Fan taking out the Supreme Black Card struck him as comical.
The Supreme Black Card was rare even in Qingzhou, yet Lu Fan carried one with him, which was astonishing.
"Sir, please this way!" the waitress's attitude became even more fawning. Previously, she had assumed Lu Fan was an ordinary person, but she realized she had misjudged. Anyone who could possess a Supreme Black Card was surely no ordinary individual.
The woman next to Liu Hao was about to speak when Liu Hao covered her mouth and dragged her towards the exit of the clothing store. "My dear aunt, please stop making a scene. This is a Supreme Black Card."
"It's fake. That card must be fake!" She refused to believe Lu Fan possessed a Supreme Black Card; it was a symbol of status.
"Whether it's fake or real, it's not someone we can afford to offend!" Liu Hao said solemnly.
The woman remained unconvinced and lingered outside the shop. He wanted to see if Lu Fan could truly afford it.
Inside the store, after Lu Fan swiped his card, he received the dress. He then looked at the clothes Lin Ke'er was wearing and smiled, "It's your friend's birthday today, you should dress appropriately. This dress suits you perfectly!"
"Brother Lu Fan, this dress is too expensive!" Lin Ke'er shook her head.
"It's already bought, are we going to return it?" Lu Fan chuckled. "Just wear it! I'd like to see it on you anyway."
Lin Ke'er seemed a bit shy. She took the dress and walked towards the fitting room, her movements cautious.
Shortly after, Lin Ke'er emerged from the fitting room, and Lu Fan stood frozen, completely stunned.
Lin Ke'er's figure, combined with the fabric of the dress, made her appear exceptionally ethereal. The waitress also showed a look of admiration; Lin Ke'er looked like a fairy descending to earth.
"You look so beautiful, this dress is a perfect match for you!" Lu Fan exclaimed, then walked out of the clothing store.
Liu Hao and the woman stood by, watching the two emerge. Their eyes were fixed on them. The woman, in particular, kept pinching Liu Hao, "Look at them, then look at yourself. Following you is just suffering!"
Liu Hao felt wronged. He was a chief physician, yet he was being belittled. This was all Lu Fan's doing. Last time on the street, he had been publicly humiliated, and now, in front of his wife, he appeared utterly incapable.
At the Holiday Club, in the Emperor's private room, many men and women were seated. Some were singing and dancing, while others sat chatting, creating a lively atmosphere.
"Lin Jia, isn't it time for the cake cutting?"
A woman, smoking a cigarette, said with a smile, "I can't wait!"
"Let's wait a bit! Lin Ke'er hasn't arrived yet!" Lin Jia smiled. "She's nearby and will be here soon."
"She has quite an attitude, making us wait for her!" Zhang Qian said indifferently. "The campus belle of Qingzhou University is indeed different!" Su Dan Novel Network
Before her words had even finished, Lu Fan and Lin Ke'er arrived at the Emperor's private room. Lin Ke'er held a gift. "Lin Jia, I'm sorry, we're a little late!"
Inside the private room, many eyes converged on Lin Ke'er. The dazzling dress combined with Lin Ke'er's beauty instantly made her the center of attention.
"It's alright, come and sit quickly!" Lin Jia said warmly. "I'm already very happy that you could come!"
"Why is there an extra person?" Zhang Qian asked, looking at Lu Fan. "Weren't you invited alone?"
"He's my brother!" Lin Ke'er explained. "Although not a biological brother, he is someone I acknowledge!"
"It's fine, the room is spacious, one more person is no big deal," Lin Jia quickly said with a smile.
Lu Fan was also tactful and didn't say much, sitting on the sofa and munching on sunflower seeds. His purpose for being here today was not to join the fun, but primarily to protect Lin Ke'er.
"Lin Ke'er, you're the campus belle of Qingzhou University. Anyone you fancy must be extraordinary. What does his family do?" Zhang Qian asked curiously.
"Yes! I'm also very curious!" Zhang Yong chuckled. "Lin Ke'er, I treated you well back in school, but you didn't fancy me. Now, it seems I'm not worse than him!"
Teasing remarks filled the air. Zhang Yong was unrestrained. The Holiday Club was his family's establishment, and he was paying for it today. He was Lin Jia's boyfriend, but he didn't seem to care about any of this.
As a rich young master, he could find a girlfriend anytime he wanted.
"Today is Sister Lin Jia's birthday, let's not discuss other matters," Lin Ke'er said awkwardly.
Zhang Yong had pursued her in school, but she had rejected him. Later, Lin Jia and Zhang Yong got together, and she had tried to advise Lin Jia, but it was unsuccessful.
Seeing Zhang Yong's attitude now, Lin Ke'er was displeased but didn't want to say too much.
"Lin Ke'er, I've heard your name for a long time!"
From a corner of the private room, a man with a refined appearance stood up and politely greeted her. "I'm from the English department at Qingzhou University! My name is Liu Xuanhao."
"Young Master Liu, since when did you become so low-key?" Zhang Yong said with a mischievous smile. "This is not like you."
"What are you saying? Don't scare Miss Lin," Liu Xuanhao said with a smile.
Lin Ke'er nodded slightly. She wasn't overly enthusiastic with these unfamiliar people.
Liu Xuanhao, however, was quite forward. He picked up several glasses of wine. "Miss Lin, your name is like thunder in my ears. Today is also Lin Jia's birthday, you must have a drink!"
"I don't drink!" Lin Ke'er replied with a troubled shake of her head.
"You'll get used to it as you drink," Liu Xuanhao said softly. "If you get drunk later, I can drive you home."
Lin Ke'er was caught in the middle and seemed quite distressed. Lin Jia was about to intervene, but Lu Fan stood up and snatched the wine glass. "I'll drink with you. As for taking her home, you don't need to trouble yourself!"
Seeing Lu Fan down three glasses in a row, Young Master Liu frowned, as if his good mood had been disturbed.
"What a hothead," Zhang Qian said, smoking. "To dare to show himself at this time, he won't even know how he dies!"
"Who says not!" Zhang Yong said gleefully. "You can't get away with offending Young Master Liu!"
Lu Fan, however, paid them no mind. He could crush a group of such grasshoppers. He could clearly see Liu Xuanhao's intention of plying Lin Ke'er with alcohol.
"Let's all sing for a while!"
Lin Jia quickly said with a smile. If she had known the situation would be so awkward, she wouldn't have held her birthday banquet at the Holiday Club.
Several other classmates nodded and began to sing. Lin Ke'er sat beside Lu Fan, like a little lamb, feeling a sense of security.
For some reason, the way Liu Xuanhao looked at her made her feel uneasy. His gaze was like that of a predator eyeing its prey.
"Young Master Liu, how about it?" Zhang Yong smiled. "Do you want me to help you handle it?"
"No need. I'm a person who values true feelings. She will definitely fall for me in the future," Liu Xuanhao waved his hand.
"Young Master Liu is truly confident!" Zhang Yong chuckled.
Just then, inside the Holiday Club, there was a sudden sound of smashing and crashing. The lights in the Emperor's private room also went out. No one knew what had happened.
"Young owner, this is bad! Someone is causing trouble at the club!" the manager rushed in, looking somewhat flustered.