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Chapter 913: Akane Benizaka: Sayuri isn't the only one who's getting serious~
The parking lot was a hundred meters away from the hotel. Along the way, Bai Ye noticed at least three groups of people looking at him and Sayuri Sawamura.
"Auntie, we seem to attract a lot of attention..."
"Really?" Sayuri Sawamura looked straight ahead.
"It wasn't just a passing glance, it was a stare. Is he a friend of your aunt's?"
"Most people here have vested interests, so it's hard to find close friends. Don't take it too seriously, Xiao Jun. In this high-level circle, everyone's general intelligence is not a secret. It would be rare if you couldn't recognize their faces."
Bai Ye nodded.
The higher the level, the more important it is to know yourself and your enemy, and you will never be defeated. My intelligence might have been collected and handed to me before I even approached the hotel.
"Don't be nervous, Xiao-jun." Sayuri Sawamura pulled his arm and said soothingly, "Everyone here is staring at you, eager to see through you and squeeze every bit of value out of you. Just get used to it."
"I understand. As a businessman, I'm used to it."
……
The two walked into the banquet hall and were stopped by the receptionist.
"Hello, please show me your invitation."
Bai Ye handed over the invitation. From the way the other party looked at Sayuri Sawamura at the beginning, he knew that the other party was not an ordinary waiter. He should be specially hired by the host to entertain this group of dignitaries, and he knew Sayuri Sawamura.
The fact was just as he thought. Showing the invitation was a matter of etiquette, and most people attending the dinner could just rely on facial recognition.
"Long time no see, Ms. Sawamura, on behalf of Mr. Tougong, I welcome you."
"Thank you. Please give my regards to Mr. Donggong."
The other person's gaze then fell on Bai Ye, sweeping across Bai Ye's arm.
The existence of invitations is not just for etiquette, but also to distinguish between invited and uninvited people. The latter will inevitably be asked questions if they want to enter.
"Is this gentleman Ms. Sawamura's male companion? Mr. Spencer is also not available this year?"
"Yes, Mr. Spencer is busy." Sayuri Sawamura said calmly, "As for this man, he is not only my male companion, but also my daughter's fiancé and my future son-in-law."
The other person's eyes lit up, and he couldn't help but look up to Bai Ye, and even bowed slightly to show respect.
"Sir, you are a man of distinguished appearance and bearing. Please come in."
Bai Ye took the invitation handed back by the other party and entered the venue with Sayuri Sawamura.
Just now, when he saw the names of his aunt and uncle on the invitation, he immediately understood why he always felt something was wrong along the way.
This important annual occasion should be attended by both aunt and uncle.
Bai Ye couldn't suppress his curiosity and asked in a low voice:
"Aunt, is uncle not free today?"
"Yes, he's not available. I was the only one there last year."
Sayuri Sawamura's expression was calm, without any sighs or groans, like a historian telling history that cannot be changed.
Bai Ye couldn't help but sigh.
It's really not easy for my aunt to not only take care of the huge businesses of the Sawamura and Spencer families, but also take care of the family.
But he didn't know the inside story and couldn't judge who was right or wrong, and judging from his aunt's expression, it seemed that she didn't intend to explain.
All he could do now was comfort her.
"Thank you for your hard work, Auntie."
Sayuri Sawamura did not say any polite words, but implicitly acknowledged the fact that it was hard.
"As a woman, I'm naturally a little hesitant to attend such an occasion. It's great to have Xiao Jun accompany me this time~"
Bai Ye didn't refute it because that was the reality.
As a man, you should show your responsibility at this time.
"Don't worry, Auntie. I'm here and will never let anyone with ulterior motives get close to you."
……
The party will be buffet style, with dining and rest areas provided.
Bai Ye once imagined that if he went to the buffet area as soon as he entered the door and filled his mouth with food and ate a lot, he would attract lackeys who looked down on him and then get slapped in the face in a melodramatic and exciting drama.
However, imagination is imagination, and as soon as his thoughts were revealed in his eyes, he was "ruthlessly refuted" by Sayuri Sawamura.
"Xiao Jun can satisfy his fantasy by being there in person, but it can only satisfy his imagination. Who would be a fool to come here? No one would do anything to offend others for no reason."
"Okay (;一_一) But I'm not qualified to slap someone in the face."
Although reality is not like Long Aotian's novel, this does not stop him from tasting the food and livening up the atmosphere.
"Aunt, do you want to eat something? Don't be like the idiot in the TV shows, holding a glass of wine, wandering around all night with an empty stomach, entertaining people with smiles and saying you're not hungry."
"Hahaha (*^ω^*), Xiao-jun is so cheerful~" Sayuri Sawamura took the fork and plate and took the first step to pick up a small piece of cake. "We have to attend social events and smile tonight, but at least we can settle our tummies first."
Bai Ye took a bite of the strawberry cake and nodded silently in approval.
However, when he was about to take the second bite, he saw a familiar figure out of the corner of his eye and was immediately attracted.
The person who came was wearing a burgundy evening dress, the hem of which was higher on the left and lower on the right, showing her thighs at the top and covering her ankles at the bottom. She had a plump upper body, a slender waist and long lower limbs. She looked sexy and pure, like a versatile witch.
"Zhu Yinxue..."
However, the other party seemed not to hear, or even did not recognize Bai Ye. He passed by Bai Ye with an expressionless face, without even a glance.
Just as Bai Ye turned around in surprise, Hongzaka Akane seemed to hear someone calling her, turned around and gave Bai Ye a businesslike smile.
"Sir, are you calling me? Your companion tonight is very beautiful. Please don't show your affection to other women casually. Your companion will be jealous."
white night"……"
The astonishment on Bai Ye's face gradually turned into speechlessness, while Benizaka Akane continued to perform.
"My name is Akane Kosaka. May I know your last name, sir?"
Bai Ye held her outstretched hand, shook it politely but did not let go. He knew from the cunning that flashed across her face that he had been fooled.
"My last name is Xiao, and I'm your little husband."
Akane Benizaka chuckled and stopped pretending. She turned around and took the other side of Bai Ye, while winking playfully at Sayuri Sawamura.
"Zhu Yin, why are you here?" Bai Ye was a little surprised.
"I didn't want to come here, but my family forced me to come here to find a rich husband, so I came here just to have some peace and quiet."
Zhu Yin's hand quietly climbed up Bai Ye's other arm.
"What a shame! I thought I'd meet some talented young men here, but as soon as I walked in, I was stopped by a gentleman (Hen) (Tai). He even calls himself my husband to everyone he meets. Does he think all the beauties in the world are his wives?"
Bai Ye felt a mouthful of blood blocking his throat, and was unable to fight back after being ridiculed.
If this happened at home, he would definitely put Zhu Yin on his lap and spank her perky butt hard to show his authority as a husband.
"However, I came here today not only to catch a rich husband, but also for another important matter."
Chapter 914 Let’s go to the party with two mature beauties!
Bai Ye remembered.
Senior Akane's real name is the Kosaka family, which is also a wealthy family. Although it is not as famous as the Sawamura family in the business world, it is also well-known.
"Azuman is here to discuss business?"
This party is not only a place to show off and socialize, but also a place for business. Although it is unlikely that everyone will be in a good mood to sign a contract together, it provides an opportunity for those who are interested to have a general chat.
Judging by the time, the contract should be negotiated after next New Year.
Zhu Yin answered casually, and followed Bai Ye's example and took a piece of strawberry cake.
"No, I don't care about the family business. Taking even a penny from the family is like a shackle. If I take it, I will get at least 10 calls the next day urging me to do this or that."
"Urging you to get married again?" Bai Ye's fingers moved back and forth between himself and Zhu Yin, the meaning was clear.
Zhu Yin smiled, pointed her slender finger at Bai Ye's face and pinched it.
"Everyone is right, Ye Jun, you are really jealous."
Bai Ye smiled bitterly.
Akane took the opportunity to look at Sayuri Sawamura, her tone slightly meaningful.
"Some things can be accomplished in one go. I could take you, my little husband, to meet my parents right now, but with your current wealth and family background, you're bound to be looked down upon. Wait until you go to college and expand your ambitions. Then, you can kill my family with one strike. Wouldn't that be better? Then you'll never have to worry about anything."
"Of course I know, and I'm not jealous at all. Zhu Yin, please don't jump to conclusions..."
"Hmm~" Zhu Yin smiled playfully.
She understood that no matter how good Ye Jun was to her, she would be so jealous and stubborn.
"Actually, I came here tonight for another important matter."
"You mentioned it just now. You have to say 'important things' three times." Bai Ye glanced sideways.
"Yes, it's an important matter."
Zhu Yin said it again as he wished, and it became true after three times!
"I told everyone I'd be attending the party, and after that, everyone entrusted me to keep a close eye on Ye Jun and prevent him from wandering off to other women. Hahaha~ I feel like everyone's learned from my experience, which is not bad either~ I'm going to win back a piece of the pie from you all."
"My moral integrity is as strong as Liuxia Hui's!" Bai Ye was dissatisfied.
Zhu Yin ignored his shouting and said to the other lady accompanying Bai Ye:
"Sayuri, how about we take turns watching Ye-kun tonight? If you go to social events, I'll accompany you, and if I go, you'll accompany me. There are more discerning women here than just you and me, and you don't want to be complained by Eriri about not keeping a close watch on me, right~"
Zhu Yindan blinked, with a secret code that only they could understand.
"I'm fine, where's Xiao Jun?"
"I have no objection to you monitoring me, but..." Bai Ye stretched out his voice and raised it by an octave.
Sayuri and Akane looked at him at the same time, until the point came.
"I want to declare again, again, again, that even if you don't monitor me, I will not flirt with other girls. I swear on my reputation as a pure gentleman!"
. . . . . .
The party is about to begin.
After filling their stomachs, Bai Ye and the other two responded to the host's call and walked towards the center of the stage.
Although this party has a high degree of freedom, just like the receptionist who recognizes most of the guests at the door but still hands out invitations, necessary procedures and rules are required.
Bai Ye saw a familiar figure in the crowd again and gestured to the two women beside him.
"Auntie, Zhu Yin, Mr. Tanaka is over there, let's go over there."
The two girls nodded. The Tanaka family was a rare aristocratic family with whom they could confide in each other, so a visit was a must.
Miss Yiko noticed the three people approaching, nodded slightly, and quietly reminded Tanakado from behind.
In less than half a minute, the young talents and men in suits and ties surrounding Tanakado left respectfully.
Tanakado nodded to Bai Ye and the other two, indicating that they should talk at the sidelines.
"call--"
When he arrived at the sidelines, Tanakado tugged at his collar, his posture somewhat similar to Bai Ye's.
"Boy, do you have anything to eat?"
Bai Ye tilted his head and pointed in the direction of the buffet area.
"There are chickens, ducks, geese, pigs, cows, sheep, everything that flies in the sky, runs on the ground, and swims in the water. They don't even charge money. Why are you asking me for food? Old man, if you can eat it all, I will give you my surname."
The words "boy" and "old man" instantly made the atmosphere cheerful and made others understand why they had to move to the side to talk. If others heard the old and the young addressing each other, they would definitely be shocked!
"Kid, you don't see how busy I am. Hundreds of people rushed over right after I came in. How could I have time to get food?"
"You know there are hundreds of people to deal with, don't you know to eat something before coming? Oh... I'm not saying that you won't make food for Miss Yizi, it must be that this old man thinks he is so powerful that he is forcing himself."
Everyone present was amused by Bai Ye's words, except Tanakado who was so angry that he was fuming.
After laughing, Miss Yizi said:
"What would you like to eat, sir? I'll get it. Mr. Xiao, where are Ms. Sawamura and Ms. Kosaka?"
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