The Billionaire's Hidden Affection-Chapter 396 Kill You 2_1

Instead, it was Huang Xiaojue who immediately composed himself, courteously greeting everyone. The one who orchestrated this gathering was a renowned figure in their circle, whom everyone called "Brother Kun." Brother Kun was especially warm towards Huang Xiaojue, saying in a clear, loud voice, "Xiaojue, today I must make a grand introduction for you. There’s an amazing young lady here, and I’m sure you’ve long heard of her famous name..."

He gestured towards Zhou Ting with great respect. "This is Miss Zhou Ting, who works at the United Nations Women’s Department. We are truly honored that she could grace our event today..."

Huang Xiaojue nodded again, also very polite. "A pleasure to meet you."

Zhou Ting offered a faint smile. "I’ve long heard that Mr. Huang is an exceptional business prodigy. I’d initially pictured some balding type reeking of money. I’m pleasantly surprised to find you so young and handsome."

Everyone burst into laughter. Huang Xiaojue also grinned. "You flatter me, you flatter me."

Zhou Ting’s gaze casually shifted. "Is this young lady your girlfriend?"

Without a change in expression, Huang Xiaojue replied, "Indeed, this is my fiancée, Yan Xixi."

"Yan Xixi! What a lovely name. The name itself evokes the image of an unparalleled beauty. People often use terms like ’devastatingly beautiful’ or ’breathtakingly attractive.’ I’ve met many top female celebrities, but I’ve never felt that any of them truly embodied these descriptions. But upon meeting Miss Yan today, I realize that such remarkably striking individuals truly exist in this world... The two of you are truly a perfect pair—talent and beauty combined!"

Yan Xixi, seeing Zhou Ting deliberately pretending not to recognize her, also remained composed. "Miss Zhou, you overpraise me. I don’t deserve it! I really don’t."

Brother Kun laughed. "Both young ladies here are peerless beauties; there’s no need for such modesty. Come, let’s have a toast... Everybody, let’s toast..."

After a drink, Yan Xixi felt herself relax a little.

A casual glance revealed a large crowd surrounding Zhou Ting. It was obvious they were all fawning over her, deliberately trying to curry favor. Zhou Xiaoxuan, in particular, was extremely solicitous, acting as if she were Zhou Ting’s closest confidante. And Zhou Ting seemed to be thoroughly enjoying this feeling of being the center of attention.

"Xixi..." Huang Xiaojue began.

She turned to glance at him, her voice sinking to a whisper. "Master, how much longer can you hold out? Or perhaps, should I make my escape first?"

Huang Xiaojue chuckled softly. "Today is truly a trap. I never expected so many ’old friends’ to be waiting."

Yan Xixi gave a wry smile. Isn’t that the truth? These ’acquaintances’ weren’t just waiting; they were specifically waiting for *her*. It couldn’t be a coincidence that Zhou Ting and Zhou Xiaoxuan appeared together like this. But what could their motives be?

Her palms slowly grew damp with sweat. She didn’t know Zhou Ting well, but given that young lady’s arrogant temperament, and how Yan Xixi herself had only narrowly bluffed her way through their encounter at Wan Donglin’s home, would Zhou Ting really let her off so easily now?

A few acquaintances greeted Huang Xiaojue, giving Yan Xixi a chance to slip off to the restroom.

She spent quite some time in the restroom, genuinely not wanting to face the grand gathering outside, filled with so-called social elites she barely knew. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚

Just as she stepped out, someone lightly tapped her shoulder.

She spun around and saw a greasy, plump face.

Wang Xiaohao was grinning from ear to ear. "Miss Yan, long time no see. Who would have thought we’d meet again? What a coincidence!"

While the earlier ’coincidences’ had already made Yan Xixi uneasy, the sight of Wang Xiaohao confirmed it: today was definitely a trap. What on earth was the motive of the person pulling the strings?