Su Chengrui's expression changed slightly. He grabbed the keys, opened the car door, got in, rolled down the window, and said, "Get in."

They arrived at Emperor Night around eight o'clock. Su Chengrui was the famous young master of the Su family in the imperial city, and who didn't know him as a big shot in the entertainment industry? Not to mention the plethora of gossip surrounding him was enough to catch everyone's attention. Moreover, his status and appearance were top-notch. The hostess at the entrance blushed immediately upon seeing Su, her face turning shy and red. She looked charming and coquettish, occasionally lowering her head and then raising it again, with a clear hint of flirtation in her eyes. Normally, Su Chengrui would joke around with them to pass the time, but today he was too busy for that.

Su Chengrui walked ahead, with Zhan Yan beside him, maintaining a moderate distance. As they reached the entrance, Lin Yu had just come down the elevator. Seeing the renowned Su Young Master unexpectedly there, his lips curled into a flattering smile as he greeted respectfully. If Su became his backer, Li Hu wouldn't dare to give him any trouble. Lin Yu couldn't believe that Li Hu had managed to dig up a youngster like this. Not only had he offended Li Hu before, but now also this guy. If he had known this guy had such a strong background, he wouldn't have dared to provoke him again. Lin Yu felt increasingly hopeless, with sweat dripping from his forehead.

"Do you know her?" Su Chengrui narrowed his eyes and asked.

How could Lin Yu dare to admit knowing her? He had offended not only Li Hu but also this guy in front of him. If he had known this guy had such a powerful background, he wouldn't have dared to provoke him again. His face turned pale, and he subconsciously shook his head vigorously, denying repeatedly, "I don't know her... I don't know her..."

"Let's go." Su Chengrui didn't look at him again, bypassing Lin Yu and heading into the elevator.

The waiter respectfully led them to the Emperor Night Presidential Suite. Pushing open the door, several men inside turned their heads, putting down their glasses. "Is Young Master Su here?" Then their gaze fell behind him, and they were visibly stunned. There was a teasing tone in their question, "Is Young Master Su planning to change his preferences? When did you start getting interested in men?"

Su Chengrui sat down, opened a bottle of 82 Lafite, poured a glass, placed it on the table, and smiled, "So what?" Then he gestured for Zhan Yan to sit beside him.

Zhan Yan glanced at him, said nothing, and sat down.

"Qin Yu, it seems that Su is really into men now. What about those women? But men are more fun to conquer than women. Those women, as long as Su beckons, wouldn't they clamor to climb into Su's bed? But men are different. Su hasn't tried men yet, so he doesn't know if it's as enjoyable as with women." Speaking was a chubby guy of average height, with a somewhat sleazy look. Since Zhan Yan entered, his eyes hadn't moved away from him.

Though this chubby guy didn't look great, he was born into a prominent family, a distant relative of the Li family in the imperial city. Ever since Li Ningfei and Lu Chenxi got engaged, he had been flaunting his relationship with the Lu family in the city, using the title of Lu family's young master to show off. Normally, wherever he went, he brought a few bodyguards, pretending to be someone important. Upon getting to know him, people realized he was a real piece of work.

Su Chengrui, seeing the chubby guy staring incessantly at Zhan Yan, narrowed his eyes dangerously, feeling somewhat uncomfortable. He raised his legs, poured a glass of wine, and disdainfully said, "Who is this guy?"

The chubby guy's expression stiffened for a moment, then he grinned obsequiously, "Su, I've long admired your name! I'm related to Young Master Lu, my surname is Li, and my name is Da Pang, nickname Xiao Pang."

The others couldn't help but chuckle.

Li Da Pang continued unabated, eager to detail the "close" relationship between their families whenever it involved someone influential or connected.

Su Chengrui couldn't stand Li Da Pang's incessant chatter, cursing silently in his heart.

Unable to bear it any longer, Qin Yu interjected, "Li Da Pang, Young Master Lu might be here. Why don't you check at the door?"

Li Da Pang hesitated a bit. He was currently trying to build a good relationship with Su. But he couldn't afford to offend Young Master Lu either. Though officially, he was Young Master Lu's brother-in-law, he still felt nervous every time he faced Lu Chenxi.

Seeing Li Da Pang leave, Su Chengrui picked up a glass of wine and took a sip. "Qin Yu, speaking frankly, I want to collaborate with you on the next project. What do you think?"

Qin Yu poured himself a glass of wine, couldn't help but shake it lightly, the red liquid swaying in the transparent cup. His gaze was deep, "What conditions is Su offering? I'm quite interested."

Su Chengrui smiled, "How about a 15% share of the box office's pure profit?"

A 15% share of the box office's pure profit was indeed generous. The next film investment would be at least several hundred million. A 15% share of the pure profit would amount to tens of millions. And this was just a normal estimate. If the box office did well, his remuneration of tens of millions would be easy to pocket. Even Qin Yu, who rarely smiled, couldn't help but smile. Su's offer was indeed generous this time. "Is Su so confident in me?"

Su Chengrui smirked, "Since I've chosen to collaborate with you, of course I trust you."

Qin Yu's gaze fell on Zhan Yan and then back to Su Chengrui. There was a hint of ambiguity in his eyes. If he wasn't mistaken, Su had just seen that chubby guy leering at the "young man" across from him, and his face had clearly shown displeasure. Could it be that Su had really taken an interest in another man? Intrigued, he asked, "What if I don't want a share and instead want the 'young man' by your side for a night?"

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Su Chengrui occasionally takes sips from his drink, looking nonchalant. "Can you believe Director Qin's into this? Why don't we go over and have a few drinks with him?" He's dead set on this project, treating women as nothing but tools for venting and manipulation. Even though this woman is different, with some connection to Mo Xi, why would Gu Dashao bother with someone of such an ordinary background? Just a momentary fancy, I guess. Since she's in his company now, she better make some contributions.

Just then, the door swings open. In walks a tall, handsome figure in a gray suit, looking sharp. His deep, serene eyes and perpetual gentle smile give off an air of sophistication. Su Chengrui nods as if he's been expecting him all along, but his gaze flickers with complexity at Zhan Yan's pale face.

Seeing her turn pale, his heart tightens almost involuntarily, suppressing any inexplicable emotions. After all, the Land family is a prestigious clan in the capital. Why would a young master with such a large family business want to get involved with a mere woman like her? She's just seeking attention. He orders, "Meng Zhan Yan, why don't you go over and properly toast Land Young Master?"

At the sight of Land Chenxi, Zhan Yan's face briefly turns pale, fleeting too quick to catch. She stares at him intensely, her knuckles turning white as she grips the glass shards in her hand. All the suffering she endured over the past five years floods her mind. In prison, whenever she couldn't bear it and spat blood after being beaten, she gritted her teeth, thinking of her mother's fate after her identity was exposed because of her. Everything she suffered was imposed by this man and that woman. They didn't die, so how could she?

As she stares at him, Land Chenxi also gazes back, his eyes filled with a mixture of shock and complexity. He approaches, still wearing his gentle smile. "Ah Yan, long time no see!"

With a 'boom,' Qin Yu and Fatty can't believe it, asking urgently, "Chenxi, do you know her?"

"Kind of," Land Chenxi replies, his expression subdued.

After all the cruelty you showed me, how can you act so indifferent? Do you think I'll just go along with you like before? Why? Why? With a 'crash,' she crushes the glass in her right hand, blood dripping onto the floor. Hatred fills her heart, but there's no trace of pain.

Everyone's expression changes. Su Chengrui panics, shouting, "Meng Zhan Yan, are you crazy? Let go of your hand. Otherwise, it'll be ruined."

Just then, Zhan Yan swiftly moves, appearing in front of Land Chenxi before anyone can react. Gripping the glass shards in her right hand, she thrusts towards his neck. Land Chenxi's expression changes slightly as he instinctively dodges, but the sharp shards pierce his shoulder bone, staining his gray suit with blood. Everyone in the room is shocked.

"Chenxi."

"Zhan Yan, stop!"

Zhan Yan's gaze falls on the crimson blood, pausing for a moment. Land Chenxi suddenly grabs her wrist, his gaze complex. "Why...?"

Why? Land Chenxi, how dare you ask why? With a sinister glint in her eyes and a chilling calmness, she releases her grip, her face expressionless. "Land Chenxi, you've inflicted so much pain on me. It'll come back to haunt you one day." With that, she turns and leaves.

At the entrance, Lin Yu rushed over with a few of his men. Seeing Lin Yu approaching, Li Da Pang panicked and pointed at Zhan Yan, who was hurrying towards the door, shouting loudly, "Manager Lin, that kid actually tried to kill Young Master Lu! Hurry up and grab her, don't let her leave!"

Lin Yu was startled. He hadn't even clearly seen who Li Da Pang wanted him to catch, but he had already ordered his men behind him to grab someone.

Lu Chenxi stood by the dimly lit doorway, her features indistinct in the soft light. She couldn't make out his features, but she could feel his gaze boring into the frail figure in the corner. His voice was low and heavy, "Let her go."

Li Da Pang, terrified by Zhan Yan's skills earlier and considering his recent offense against that kid, couldn't afford to let him leave. He feared the consequences of crossing paths with that kid in the future. So, this time, he had to catch her first. Therefore, upon hearing Lu Chenxi's statement, he nearly choked in fear, hastily saying, "Chenxi, that kid just now wanted to take your life! We can't let him go without a lesson! At least, we should give him a warning. Who knows, after he leaves, he might still be plotting against you. You have to think about yourself, and also for Ning Fei's sake. I don't want my cousin to be in any danger!" He tried to elevate his status, hoping to get Lu Chenxi to retract his words. Seeing him remain silent, he thought his words had worked, and immediately ordered, "Grab her for me."