"War God, it seems Madam is here as well," Zhao Feng suddenly said.

Upon hearing him, Chen Zheng turned to look, his brows furrowing slightly.

In the middle of the crowd, a woman in a white gown with an elegant demeanor was standing right beside a middle-aged man with slicked-back hair. The two were laughing and chatting with the people next to them, while onlookers occasionally glanced over, their expressions full of envy.

"President Zhang, for your corporation to successfully go public in just two years with its market value multiplying several times over… it's a true legend in the industry!"

"Absolutely… It won't be long before you become the undisputed industry leader!"

"President Zhang is a true prodigy among entrepreneurs; no one can compare!"

The guests chattered amongst themselves. Zhang Ming was, without a doubt, the star of today's cocktail party. Barely in his thirties, he already had the full backing of over a dozen financial consortia, making him a legend in his own right. Zhang Ming himself had become the most formidable young entrepreneur in Jiangnan.

"Everyone, you're too kind. There are far more outstanding people out there than me," Zhang Ming said, waving his hand casually with the air of a grandmaster. "I just got lucky and caught the right tailwind."

"Not only is President Zhang young and successful, but he's also so polite and humble. He's truly a role model for our generation!"

"We're all young talents here, learning from one another," Zhang Ming replied modestly.

As Zhang Ming continued his humble replies, Wei Zixuan, standing beside him, nodded in silent approval. He's mature, steady, and generous. He exudes charm from every pore. Isn't he the kind of ideal husband every woman dreams of? If I weren't already married, a man like him would be my first choice.

"By the way, President Zhang, this lovely lady beside you must be your girlfriend, right?" someone suddenly asked.

From the moment she walked in, Wei Zixuan had remained by his side. Her beautiful face and elegant figure had already captured the attention of many, and the other women in the room cast envious glances her way, wondering what made her special enough to stand beside President Zhang.

"No, I..." Wei Zixuan's expression changed at the word "girlfriend," and she quickly tried to explain.

However, Zhang Ming spoke up first. "Please don't misunderstand, everyone. She is just a good friend of mine! But I admire Miss Zi Xuan greatly. She was formerly the CEO of Mu Ming Investment Company and used to handle deals worth hundreds of millions. Her capabilities are exceptional!"

"Wow, a career woman! So young and capable!"

"Standing next to President Zhang, you two look so good together!"

It was undeniable that Zhang Ming had a high EQ. He had casually clarified their relationship while simultaneously expressing his admiration for Wei Zixuan. In fact, many assumed they were already a couple who simply preferred to keep their relationship private. Wei Zixuan felt a sense of comfort. Zhang Ming had not only clarified their relationship but had also boosted her reputation, which warmed her heart.

"Honey..."

Just then, a tall figure slowly walked over and addressed her directly. This unexpected voice instantly made the scene awkward, and Wei Zixuan's face flushed crimson.

"Chen Zheng..."

"Chen Zheng, what are you doing here?" she stammered, her expression flickering with panic. She was here as Zhang Ming's companion, so the sudden arrival of her husband was, of course, incredibly embarrassing.

"What's wrong? Can't I come to a party that my own wife is attending?" Chen Zheng asked meaningfully, a hint of displeasure in his heart.

Witnessing this, the crowd was stunned. All eyes darted toward Zhang Ming, everyone eager to watch the drama unfold. None of them had expected Wei Zixuan to be a married woman. Now, with the three of them standing together, the atmosphere was electric.

"Chen Zheng, about this... I can explain..."

"Mr. Chen!" At that moment, Zhang Ming took the initiative to speak. "My apologies. I invited Miss Zi Xuan to this reception, but our relationship is purely professional. She is my companion for the evening, but that's all. I hope you understand."

As he spoke, the corner of his mouth curled into a smirk, his eyes full of provocation.

"Of course. It's not like I said anything, did I?" Chen Zheng replied casually. He wasn't a petty man. As long as everyone remained polite in a formal setting like this, there was no issue. Besides, he trusted his wife would never betray him.

"Miss Zi Xuan, since you're the president of an investment company, may I ask what Mr. Chen does?" someone asked curiously. In their eyes, if the wife was a company president, her husband couldn't be too far behind. He might be a valuable connection to make for their own networks.

"Mr. Chen is also in business. I heard he opened a fruit shop in Yunshan," Zhang Ming explained from the side, his tone full of playful mockery.

A fruit shop? Isn't that just some petty business? How much could that possibly earn in a year? More importantly, it was completely lacking in prestige. Upon hearing this, the guests couldn't help but shake their heads, their gazes filling with scorn. They were all wondering the same thing: How on earth did a guy like this get into such a high-class reception?

"He's not just a fruit shop owner—he's a complete fraud!" a voice declared. Just then, a tall woman holding a glass of red wine strode in.

"The young miss of the Sun Family?"

"I can't believe even Miss Sun is at this reception!"

The crowd gasped, turning their heads in shock. This was Miss Sun, a famous figure in Jiangnan and the young miss of the Sun Family, one of the city's four great families. The Sun family had operated auction houses for nearly a century, their network and resources beyond what anyone present could imagine. Seeing Sun Doudou approach, the crowd instinctively parted, creating a path for her.

"Miss Sun, what a surprise. You know Mr. Chen as well?" Zhang Ming said, raising his glass to Sun Doudou. The two had collaborated before, so they were old acquaintances. More importantly, he could see the sheer hostility she had for Chen Zheng. This was something he could definitely use…

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