The Yunshui Grand Hotel was brightly lit, and in the lobby, well-dressed white-collar workers and career women mingled, exchanging pleasantries.

In the most exclusive private room of the hotel, the Dragon Soaring Pavilion, sat the senior figures from Ruan Jewelry Group and World Jewelry Group, over twenty people in all.

The dining table was laden with sumptuous dishes—abalone, lobster, sea cucumber, and so on. However, it was clear that the focus was not on the food. Like opening beer bottles, over a dozen bottles of 53-degree Flying Moutai had already been opened, and many were visibly drunk.

"President Ruan, here's to the pleasant cooperation between our companies, may business flourish..."

A vice president from World Jewelry Group, swaying slightly, raised his glass in front of Ruan Xinxue.

"Hmm, pleasant cooperation."

Ruan Xinxue gently raised her glass. Even at the start of the banquet, many people were already toasting her. A slight blush tinged her pretty face, so she merely sipped a bit; the alcohol was indeed strong.

"Haha, great, I'll down it all."

The vice president gulped down his entire glass, then turned to a senior figure from Ruan Jewelry, clapping him on the shoulder, acting quite chummy.

"Old Zhang, Manager Zhang, our Director Yang has said you must all be drunk under the table. If you can't manage it, you'll forfeit a month's bonus. If you do, you'll earn a month's bonus. Come, let's drink on..."

The vice president was slurring his words as he held onto his glass, tipped his head, and began snoring on the table.

"I knew you couldn't handle it, just a little drink and you're already drunk..."

As he finished speaking, Manager Zhang from Ruan's Jewelry also collapsed onto the table, asleep.

At this time, the intensity of drinking was inspired by Yang Buqun's earlier words; thus, World Jewelry Group's top executives drank aggressively. Naturally, Ruan Jewelry's executives couldn't shy away, the rivalry intense, and over twenty bottles of Moutai had been consumed.

Many lay drunkenly on the plush sofas in the Dragon Soaring Pavilion; others simply reclined on the carpet.

Beside Ruan Xinxue was Luo Caijie, who had shielded Ruan Xinxue from several drinks earlier. Her face was flushed, and she rested her head on her arm on the table, clearly feeling unwell.

"Everyone, please excuse me for a moment while I take Assistant Luo to rest."

Seeing Luo Caijie in discomfort, Ruan Xinxue stood up and addressed everyone.

Ruan Xinxue then supported Luo Caijie to a room next to the Soaring Dragon Pavilion, laying her down on the bed.

"Director Yang, that's enough."

Manager Bai, although having drunk quite a lot, was still sober. Once Ruan Xinxue left, he quietly spoke to Yang Buqun.

Yang Buqun understood, glanced around at the drunken assembly, and nodded.

"Director Yang, that Secretary Luo is quite the beauty too. I wonder if Old Bai could have the pleasure tonight?" Manager Bai's chubby face bore a lascivious smile, cheeky beyond the booze.

"Alright."

Yang Buqun nodded, sharing the spoils with his accomplices.

"Great, thank you, Director Yang. It wasn't in vain that Old Bai brought a full bottle of Viagra. Director Yang, would you like some later?"

Manager Bai burped, his face filled with a lecherous grin.

"No need, keep it for yourself."

Yang Buqun waved his hand.

"Haha, Director Yang, you're still young, unlike Old Bai here, needing some enhancement..."

Manager Bai laughed heartily, his small eyes full of lewd intent, clearly eager.

After a while, after their conversation, Ruan Xinxue returned to the Dragon Soaring Pavilion, having settled Luo Caijie.

"Director Yang, I believe the time is about right; let's conclude the banquet here."

Ruan Xinxue glanced at the drunken revelers, frowning, and addressed Yang Buqun.

"President Ruan, look at these folks, still enjoying their drinks, let's stay a bit longer."

Upon hearing this, Manager Bai's expression changed. He couldn't let Ruan Xinxue leave; narrowing his small eyes, he pointed at some senior figures still drinking enthusiastically at the table.

Ruan Xinxue looked over, indeed seeing that some of her department managers and those from the other side were still drinking merrily, although it was clear neither side could hold out much longer.

"Come, President Ruan, Old Bai toasts to you."

Manager Bai said, tipping his head back to drink the whole glass.

Seeing this, Ruan Xinxue had to sip her glass again.

"President Ruan, you have to drink heartily. Look at old Bai here, bottoms up."

Manager Bai squinted his small eyes. Seeing Ruan Xinxue take a sip, he poured himself another glass and downed it in one.

"Manager Bai, impressive capacity."

Ruan Xinxue commented, though she was drinking red wine, she had also consumed quite a bit.

"Come, President Ruan, I drink to you once more, Old Bai downed it all."

Manager Bai took the bottle, poured again, and drank it all without hesitation.

Seeing this, Ruan Xinxue furrowed her elegant brows slightly and took a small sip again.

"Haha, President Ruan, truly impressive drinking capacity."

Manager Bai laughed out loud, winking at Yang Buqun.

"President Ruan, I toast to you as well. I was somewhat out of line earlier today at your apartment's entrance, please accept this drink as my apology," said Yang Buqun, downing his drink in one go.

Seeing Yang Buqun apologizing, Ruan Xinxue had no choice but to finish the remaining half glass of wine.

At this point, Ruan Xinxue's pretty face flushed with a red hue, making her even more beautiful. Thinking of the opportunity to take full advantage of her later, Yang Buqun found himself unable to contain his anticipation.

"This alcohol is indeed quite strong."

Ruan Xinxue remarked, her cheeks slightly red.

"I need to go to freshen up."

With that, Ruan Xinxue grabbed her purse and walked into the restroom of the Dragon Soaring Pavilion. In such a luxurious private room, there was an independent restroom.

"Director Yang, I'll arrange to have these drunkards taken care of, so they won't interrupt your business later."

Seeing Ruan Xinxue head into the restroom, Manager Bai looked at the drunken company executives on the table and sofas, saying.

"Hmm, Black Tiger, they're outside. Just instruct them."

Yang Buqun nodded, drank a big gulp of wine, with a glimmer of heat in his eyes.

Immediately, Manager Bai left the private room and spoke to Black Tiger and the other three bodyguards in black outside, instructing them to transport the people inside to other rooms.

Entering the restroom, Ruan Xinxue, to prevent others from coming in at such a moment, locked the door, placed her bag next to the sink, and turned on the faucet.

With a rush, the cold water flowed out, Ruan Xinxue splashed some onto her face, feeling more clear-headed. The alcohol tonight was unusually strong; even having had just a little, she felt a bit dizzy.

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