C12 Lin Tianbiao Knelt down

"She's too loud! Someone slap her!"

Lee Shuyi was causing a scene in the office, completely disregarding her image and irritating everyone.

Her antics especially got under Chu Tian's skin.

A chill settled on Chen Taiyong's face as he directed his security guards.

Without hesitation, the guards slapped Lee Shuyi.

Trained by the Hutai Group, these guards had above-average strength, making their slaps far from ordinary.

Two slaps left Lee Shuyi bleeding from her mouth and nose; even her recently styled hair was a mess.

She instantly quieted down, ceasing her shouting.

"Pack up and leave, now!" Chen Taiyong ordered.

Director Zhu and Lee Shuyi obediently began gathering their things.

Ye Tianxin approached Chu Tian, saying, "Mr. Chu, the cocktail party is starting soon. We should head out."

"Is it time? Let's go," Chu Tian responded, making his way to the door.

Lin Tianbiao trailed behind him. Suddenly, Chu Tian stopped.

Lin Tianbiao nearly bumped into him.

"Anything else, Mr. Chu?"

"I've forgotten something," Chu Tian admitted, turning to Lin Tianbiao.

"What is it?"

"Do you remember my earlier words?" Chu Tian asked, fixing his gaze on Lin Tianbiao.

"Which ones, Mr. Chu?"

"The last thing I told you before Ashan arrived," clarified Chu Tian.

Lin Tianbiao pondered carefully, cautious not to err. Moments later, a thought emerged in his mind: "Really? Then let me give you your words back. There's still time for you to kneel and beg for mercy."

"Do you remember that now?" Chu Tian inquired, grinning amicably as he spoke.

"I remember now," said Lin Tianbiao, his face turning a shade paler.

"Impressive memory! Go ahead and carry out the task," Chu Tian commanded.

Smiling, Chu Tian departed with Ye Tianxin and Ashan.

Lin Tianbiao hesitated for a moment but ultimately gritted his teeth and knelt.

Shock reverberated through the crowd as they suddenly recalled the ominous sentence.

No one had expected Lin Tianbiao to actually kneel.

Speculation abounded about Chu Tian's connection to the Ye Family and how he managed to humiliate Lin Tianbiao so thoroughly.

Whispers and guesses filled the air.

Of all the expressions, Lee Shuyi's was the most complex.

Her powerful boyfriend had been effortlessly dispatched by Chu Tian, and she herself had been humiliated.

Regret shifted into hatred; she now sought revenge against Chu Tian.

Although backed by the Ye Family, Chu Tian wasn't a Ye. Their support had strings attached; should a more useful ally appear, he'd be discarded.

Without the Ye Family, Chu Tian was a nobody, a failure.

This was the only lever of power Lee Shuyi could think of.

Confident in her appearance, she believed she had the allure to turn the tables. After all, she'd ensnared both Chu Tian and Director Zhu before.

Qingzhou was home to plenty of wealthy families and their young heirs; she saw her beauty as her most valuable asset in this game of influence.

"Chu Tian, your days are numbered. When I align myself with a powerful young master, I'll make you regret ever crossing me. You'll wish for death."

Outside the Howdy building, Ashan courteously opened the rear door of the Mercedes-Benz, allowing Ye Tianxin and Chu Tian to enter.

If anyone, especially those who know Ashan, were to witness this scene, they'd be utterly shocked.

Within the Ye Family, only a handful of people ever get the privilege of Ashan opening the car door for them.

These select few include Ye Zhan, Ye Anbang, Ye Zhenguo, Ye Nanshuang (Ye Zhan's daughter and Qin Miaoxue's mother), Ye Tianxin, Ye Tiancheng, and Qin Miaoxue.

Outside of this circle, Ashan wouldn't even consider opening the door for other Ye Family members.

Once in the car, the trio made a beeline for the Longteng Hotel.

Ye Tianxin chose not to bring up Lin Tianbiao, who had been kneeling in her office.

If he were the cause of Chu Tian's discomfort, then he wasn't worth keeping around.

Lin Tianbiao may be just a spokesperson, but other options existed. Chu Tian, however, was irreplaceable.

"Cultivating a spokesperson isn't without its challenges. Plus, Lin Tianbiao has years of endorsement under his belt and still holds sway in some sectors. Had that not been the case, Ye Tianxin would have been ready to sever ties with him in the office earlier, without uttering a single word in his defense."

Now, Lin Tianbiao's fate hinges on Chu Tian's satisfaction with him.

They drove without interruption and soon arrived at the Longteng Hotel.

Known as one of Qingzhou's most exclusive hotels, the Longteng Hotel primarily serves the wealthy and the noble.

To enter Longteng's premises was a symbol and acknowledgment of one's elevated status.

Though Chu Tian had heard of the Longteng Hotel in his previous life, this visit marked his first actual experience in either lifetime.

The parking lot was a spectacle of luxury cars, blinding in their opulence.

Brands like Land Rover, Bentley, Lincoln, and Porsche dominated the landscape.

The Ye Family's Mercedes-Benz might seem modest in comparison.

But it commanded respect.

Its uniqueness lay in its license plate rather than its price tag.

Green A00000.

Everyone in Qingzhou knew this license plate.

It belonged to Old Master Ye's exclusive vehicle.

In contrast, even the highest-ranking official in Qingzhou had a government-issued plate that read just A00001.

One could imagine how high Old Master Ye's status was.

The stature of Old Master Ye, a battlefield hero and a revered figure among the people, was clearly unparalleled.

Given that even the illustrious Longteng banquet couldn't extend an invitation to Old Master Ye, it was evident that the individual in the car was a direct descendant of the Ye Family.

Observing this, the crowd quickly parted,

After driving past the parking area, Ashan parked the car in a special parking area. How could a private car be parked together with an ordinary luxury cars?

"Mr. Chu, my Uncle has called for me. Feel free to explore the hotel lobby while I handle some matters. I'll come get you afterward."

Ye Tianxin said after hanging up her phone.

"Alright, take care of your business. I'll just wander around," Chu Tian nodded in response.

"Would you like Ashan to stay with you?" Ye Tianxin inquired.

"No need, I'm fine on my own."

Chu Tian replied, clearly uncomfortable with the idea of being followed.

"As you wish, Mr. Chu."

Ye Tianxin smiled, departing with Ashan at her side.

After exiting the parking area, Chu Tian made his way toward the main building of the hotel.

As evening settled, the sky dimmed. The Longteng Hotel loomed ahead, its architecture resplendent and majestic, reminiscent of a palatial residence.

'This is unquestionably the finest hotel in Qingzhou.'

Chu Tian thought to himself, a faint smile crossing his lips as he prepared to step into the grand lobby.

Meanwhile, a group of young men noticed him and approached, cold smiles forming on their faces.