Yang Tian heard this and shook his head indifferently: "Fine, you don’t have to worry about her. She’s just being childish and will be fine after a while. You’ll understand her personality once you spend more time with her. Besides, she told me privately that she really admires young people like you. Both of you are very complementary and should get to know each other."

After President Yang finished, he continued to engage Xu Ke, talking about Yang Tianzhen’s recent matters, always trying to highlight Yang Tianzhen’s strengths.

This left Xu Ke bewildered. Does President Yang have an ulterior motive? This isn’t acceptable.

Just as he was about to say something, Yu Hao, who had composed himself, approached with a glass of red wine and a proper smile, carrying an air of generosity.

After feeling slighted by Shuyuan, Yu Hao felt he had lost face. So he turned his head and saw Xu Ke chatting happily with the chairman of Xingyu Group. Remembering the grandeur of Xingyu Group, Yu Hao decided to approach them.

He felt deeply envious; how could Xu Ke, a CEO without any cultural background, engage so happily with the chairman of Xingyu Group? He was particularly jealous of how Xu Ke was able to win the chairman’s favor. Why couldn’t he?

He must showcase his abilities and push Xu Ke aside, letting the Xingyu Group chairman see Xu Ke’s helplessness.

"Hello, chairman of Xingyu Group, I am Yu Hao from Yu Group; you should know my father. I’ve heard that my father’s relationship with you is particularly good."

After Yu Hao finished, he raised his eyebrows at Xu Ke, his expression smug, as if to say: See, I have connections with the chairman of Xingyu Group.

Xu Ke touched his nose, deliberately ignoring Yu Hao’s expression. Why is this person always opposing me?

Moreover, he’s pleased too soon. It’s known that this chairman of Xingyu Group doesn’t even recognize his own relatives anymore. Xingyu Group was a family business before, but because some members were lazy, Yang Tian fired them, even cutting ties with his relatives after a big argument.

What relationship does Yu Hao even have now? Using his father for clout, Yu Hao is truly something.

Sure enough, Yang Tian frowned upon hearing Yu Hao. He had heard of Yu Group before but disliked Yu Hao’s tone.

"Your father and I are acquaintances, nothing more. If you want to discuss business, do it openly, not under your father’s banner. Your father has been out of the game for many years now. What’s the point of bringing him up? Young people should rely on themselves, not on side channels or shortcuts."

Yang Tian didn’t feel he’d said anything wrong.

Given Yang Tian’s status, he felt it was appropriate to teach a youngster a lesson. No one else dared say anything, so although Yu Hao was upset, he could only nod and remember these lessons.

Approaching Yang Tian was originally impulsive. His plan was to win over Yang Tianzhen, but he was thwarted and now faced rejection with Yang Tian.

Seeing Yu Hao hanging his head, Yang Tian became even more displeased with this young man.

But Xu Ke just smiled. Yu Hao probably didn’t make his inquiries thoroughly before coming.

Unexpectedly, Yang Tian patted Xu Ke on the shoulder: "Young people should rely on their abilities like him, not instantly seek the support of their parents from the previous generation. That’s their capability, not yours. If you have the skills, strive on your own, okay?"

Yu Hao was amazed seeing Yang Tian praise Xu Ke and widened his eyes: "Uncle, might you have misunderstood? He’s merely an uneducated CEO. Without the backing of the Xiao Group, he wouldn’t have risen up. This is all the handiwork of Xiao Group’s young lady, Xiao Keyi. He doesn’t deserve any credit; he’s merely stealing others’ achievements."

Confident after divulging this information, Yu Hao, having inquired thoroughly about Xu Ke since the last banquet, feared he’d miss no detail.

Upon hearing subordinates say these ideas were all Xiao Keyi’s, Yu Hao liked Xiao Keyi even more. If he could have this woman, his business would surely escalate.

"If you don’t believe me, you can ask the young lady of Xiao Group. She gives him money, helps him, and offers ideas, allowing him to reach this point. There’s nothing special about him. Surely, he must have taken others’ credit in front of you."

Yu Hao finished, now disregarding all gentlemanly manners, walking directly in front of Xu Ke with a contemptuous gaze.

Upon realizing Xu Ke lacked a degree, even Yang Tian’s expression shifted. How could such an astute young man have no degree? Is this Xiao Group’s doing? Is Xiao Group using these actions to deceive, thinking Xiao Group is no more remarkable than others?

With this in mind, Yang Tian’s expression grew grim. Could Xiao Group be using this empty-headed CEO as a smokescreen to conceal its soaring power for further advancement?

If this were true, it’s terrifying. What exactly does Xiao Group intend to do? Yang Tian was momentarily frozen in place.

Yu Hao felt he had hit the mark, displaying a proud smile on his face: "How about it? I’ve exposed you, stop pretending. You should leave, Xiao Group surely doesn’t welcome you. You’ve erred, and must face it." 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

"There’s no point deceiving everyone. Since you aren’t from Xiao Group, leave quickly, instead of lingering. Being a CEO for a few days is already your life’s peak, enough to boast about. No need to stay longer, otherwise, your reputation will collapse, and you’ll have to take responsibility."

Yu Hao remained oblivious to the disconnect between his thoughts and Yang Tian’s. Yang Tian’s back was sweating, looking at Xu Ke with altered eyes.