Eternal Love: The Billionaire's Relentless Pursuit-Chapter 253 - 246: Encounter I

Bai Yiran quickly ran up to Yao Zhiqing, who had already opened the door to the private room.

Inside sat three women, all seemingly around the same age as Yao Zhiqing—middle-aged women, well-maintained, still charming, spending money lavishly...such descriptors fit them perfectly.

"Sister Ma Li!" Yao Zhiqing beamed, leading Bai Yiran into the room.

"I was wondering why you took so long!" Ma Li teased Bai Yiran, glaring at her with heavily made-up eyes.

Yao Zhiqing apologized profusely, downing three glasses of wine at once. "It’s my fault, I’ll punish myself with three glasses!"

Only then did Ma Li notice Bai Yiran behind Yao Zhiqing. Her sharp eyes scrutinized Bai Yiran from head to toe, "And who might this be?"

Yao Zhiqing was a bit surprised; she hadn’t expected Ma Li and the others not to recognize Bai Yiran. After all, Leng Yichen’s high-profile proposal to Bai Yiran had been quite a sensation. She had thought they would know Bai Yiran, which would elevate her status by having Mr. Leng’s wife as her assistant, but unexpectedly, things didn’t go as planned.

"Hello, Sister Ma Li, I’m President Yao’s assistant." Bai Yiran introduced herself gracefully.

Yao Zhiqing glanced at her. At this point, mentioning specifically that Bai Yiran was Leng Yichen’s wife would seem too deliberate, not only failing to benefit her but also making Ma Li feel disrespected—gaining nothing for the trouble.

So, Yao Zhiqing smiled, "Yes, this is my assistant, and she was once my student. I brought her out to see the world, to learn more from you, Sister Ma Li."

Ma Li was quite pleased by Yao Zhiqing’s flattering words, softened toward Bai Yiran’s appearance. Although Bai Yiran was indeed very beautiful, she was still just a young person unfamiliar with the world. It pleased Ma Li greatly to ’mentor’ newcomers.

"Don’t just stand there; sit down!" Ma Li urged Yao Zhiqing and the others to take their seats before pressing the service button. "Zhiqing, today, you must make sure I have a great time!"

"Of course!" Yao Zhiqing replied with a smile.

A woman in yellow fawned over Ma Li, "I heard Sister Ma Li recently fancied one of this place’s handsome PR guys. You can’t keep him hidden today; we have to see what kind of man has charmed our dear Sister Ma Li!"

The yellow-clothed woman’s expression was exaggerated, her tone frivolous. Bai Yiran frowned subtly, realizing her lack of experience—she wasn’t as adaptable as Yao Zhiqing.

Ma Li, hearing the woman’s words, had a seductive look on her face.

At this moment, the PR manager walked in with a few handsome young men. Clearly, Ma Li was a regular here, and he addressed her directly, "Sister Ma Li, I’ve saved the most handsome men for you tonight."

Ma Li looked at the young men and nodded, "Hmm, not bad! Let them stay!"

The PR manager waved at the young men, who immediately approached with smiling faces, seating themselves between the women.

The women quickly became animated.

"Manager, where’s Bai Chuan? Why isn’t he here yet?" Ma Li was eager to see Bai Chuan.

The manager chuckled, "Don’t worry, Sister Ma Li, Bai Chuan is getting ready and will be here soon!"

"Alright!" Hearing he was coming soon, Ma Li’s tone became gentler.

Meanwhile, Bai Yiran was feeling uneasy; a muscular man in a transparent shirt kept coming close, teasing her relentlessly, much to her annoyance.

"Our little girl is still too reserved!" Ma Li commented upon seeing Bai Yiran’s awkward expression.

The muscular man offered Bai Yiran a drink, "Come on, beautiful, have a drink and lighten the awkward atmosphere."

"I don’t drink." Bai Yiran pushed the glass away, causing it to spill and splash on her arm. She hurriedly stood up to wipe it with a napkin.

At this moment, the door to the private room opened, revealing a perfect long leg stepping in first, followed by a bewitchingly alluring face.

Bai Yiran was stunned on the spot...