Ye Fan's image in the minds of everyone present wasn't exactly good. Daring to show no regard for the five great families meant they naturally wouldn't be kind to him. However, Li Yang and the other four young masters were different. From their elders' reactions, they had come to the rough conclusion that Ye Fan was absolutely not simple and possessed a background or origins they were unaware of.
But as to what abilities Ye Fan had that would cause their elders such apprehension, the five young masters had no idea and were filled with doubt.
Aside from a select few whose gazes towards Ye Fan were odd, the rest were overwhelmingly mocking.
Wasn't this asking for death, daring to act grand in front of the five great families?
However, some of the female models and stars who came to support were braver and had set their sights on Ye Fan.
Regardless of Ye Fan's relationship with Chu Mengyao or the five family leaders' attitude, they all felt Ye Fan was someone worth currying favor with. If they could gain Ye Fan's favor, even if just a good impression, through this connection, they could reach Bi Yao Film and Television Company. Being recommended to Chu Biyao's company would be a tremendous advantage.
Not to mention, Ye Fan's relationship with the Chu Group was so close that even a little sponsorship from the Chu Group would mean imminent success.
Figuring out Ye Fan's extraordinary background, they were eager to sidle up to him.
"Sir, hello, may I sit next to you?" A female model smiled sweetly, cautiously asking.
She had noticed the "do not approach" look on Ye Fan's face, so she didn't have the courage to just go over or sit next to him directly. Instead, she maintained the poise a lady should, politely seeking permission.
"Suit yourself," Ye Fan said indifferently. This was Li Family's territory, so he naturally didn't care where others sat. It had nothing to do with him, and besides, you don't hit a smiling face, so he paid it no mind.
However, those two words from Ye Fan were an implicit signal for the model. The feedback she got was that she could work on Ye Fan and wouldn't be rejected, as seen from his amiable attitude.
"Thank you." The model suppressed her inner joy, thanked him, and then carefully sat beside Ye Fan.
"Sir, may I boldly ask you a question?" The model asked pitifully, trying to appear in need of sympathy, hoping Ye Fan would have mercy on her, thereby achieving her goal of further conversation with him.
Unexpectedly, before the model could ask her question, a group of women, some of them celebrities, swarmed around Ye Fan, making the seats next to him suddenly crowded.
Some women struck poses like a rabbit quick to spring, but there was no room left, so they were left deflated. They also wanted to cozy up to Ye Fan, but it seemed they'd missed their chance.
The model managed to sit by Ye Fan's side, and since his attitude wasn't particularly harsh, they seized the opportunity, clearly judging that Ye Fan was approachable enough to engage with. Even if they had to swallow their pride, they wanted to ingratiate themselves with Ye Fan, someone whom even the leaders of the five families treated kindly.
The first model to sidle up was very annoyed, but she dared not show it. The others' intentions were just like hers, so what right did she have to badmouth them?
Ye Fan's eyebrows inadvertently furrowed.
"Hey handsome, can I ask what your identity really is? Are you perhaps a prince or noble from some foreign country? Otherwise, why would the leaders of the five great families treat you with such deference?"
"Also, what's your relationship with the number one female mogul, President Chu? You two seem like a couple?"
"Big brother, do you have a girlfriend? I have a sister who's as beautiful as a flower, an absolute beauty. If you're interested, I can introduce you."
"Young master, how about me? I'm still a virgin, you know. If you don't have a girlfriend, you might consider me."
"Hey handsome, you know Chu Mengyao, right? Can you recommend me to Bi Yao Film and Television Company?"
These women, without noticing the displeased look on Ye Fan's face, babbled on.
The commotion was loud and boisterous, making Ye Fan quite frustrated.
Ye Fan knew these women all had their agendas, each was polite while having a request. Yet, he couldn't just chase them away coldly because of that reason.
Although he wasn't one to be especially kind to women, he at least showed respect.
Those who approached him, to be honest, didn't have it easy. Putting down their pride to make such requests was no small feat. Of course, besides a few shameless women, the others deserved sympathy.
But the issue was that they had sought out the wrong person in Ye Fan for help.
Ye Fan's extraordinary self-control kept him from being disturbed by the external chaos, so he peacefully rested his mind.
Li Yang and the other four young masters were mocking completely.
"These people really have the guts to approach that fearsome one who doesn't leave any remains. If they knew Ye Fan's fearsome reputation, they'd likely stay far away," Li Yang remarked gravely.
"Ignorance is bliss, that's what it means, right?" Chen Xiangsheng said disdainfully.
"We don't have to bother with him. With our elders handling things, any obstacles in front of the five great families aren't a concern," Huang Feipeng glanced at Ye Fan once, then lost interest and said, "Li, I heard you're getting married to the Jiangnan Song Family's heiress."
"I also heard. Rumor has it the elders have talked it through," Ma Junqing became curious.
"Li, you're in luck. If you marry the Song Family's heiress, then the Li Family's business territory will expand again," Zheng Junxian commented.
Chen Xiangsheng interjected, "Word is that the Song Family heiress is free-spirited, loves traveling the world, engaging in various occupations for life experience, and has no interest in or involvement with business."
"From a friend in Jiangnan, I learned that the Song Family heiress is graceful, gentle as water, recognized as a great beauty in Jiangnan," Ma Junqing said earnestly.
Li Yang showed a bitter expression. The Jiangnan Song Family had an even higher status than the Li Family. His marriage was not his to decide for the family's sake. However, marrying someone from a family with a higher status than his own gave him pause. If they truly married, it wouldn't be a blessing. With someone formidable managing him, how could he sneak out to play around?
"It's said that the Song Family heiress is at the backstage of the party. Why don't we go meet this future sister-in-law later?" Chen Xiangsheng suggested.
"Oh, no, that's not right. Isn't that the future sister-in-law, the Song Family heiress, smiling and walking towards Ye Fan? Something's going on, definitely something," Zheng Junxian shouted, pointing in a direction.
"What?" The others also looked swiftly towards where Ye Fan was.
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