If not for the potential gains, Qian Rushan might have even applauded Gu Yuan’s actions. Just like that, a small diversion put Gao Shaohua in the spotlight, while simultaneously drawing more attention to Gu Yuan.
Once inside the Cloud Hotel, the traditional round-table dining arrangement was nowhere to be found, replaced by a buffet format—a concession to Mr. David of the Rothschild Family, who was a foreigner. Gao Shaohua was busy networking with Lin Xiangyu by his side, while Li Xiuqin and her son stood nearby, cradling glasses of red wine and feigning elegance, occasionally flashing practiced smiles to avoid embarrassing Lin Xiangyu, their "heaven-sent daughter." The Qian Family members were also moving about, trying to fish for information. Only Gu Yuan stood off to the side, focused entirely on enjoying the food.
Watching the scene unfold, Li Xiuqin gave Lin Lei a gentle nudge.
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