Aside from Minister Hua, he was surrounded by a group of top moguls.

"Isn't that Chairman Ren of Huawei Company standing next to Minister Hua?"

Yang Function covered her mouth, asking incredulously.

No one answered her, and among the several people at the table, not a single one spoke.

Huawei, ranked first in the domestic high-tech industry, was led by the famously low-key Chairman Ren Zhengfei, unlike business tycoons Wang Shoufu and Ma Yun who gave speeches everywhere. Although people in Hua Country knew of this great businessman, few had seen him in public gatherings, but today he appeared at this banquet.

"There's also President Li from Da Jiang Technology... President Lei from Xiaomi Corporation... President Wang from BYD... President Ma from Tencent..."

Seeing these moguls with smiles on their faces, several celebrities nearly went numb with shock.

Chen Long observed the moguls walking in slowly and finally began to speak.

"It seems tonight's banquet is not just an ordinary capital event; more than half of the top domestic high-tech giants are here. It's likely there will be big news soon in the country."

After speaking, led by Chen Long, everyone stepped forward to greet the moguls.

Whether for the sake of etiquette or identity, they had to go and greet. If they could make an impression or establish a connection, the benefits would be immeasurable.

The moguls, seeing the celebrities greeting them, all politely nodded in acknowledgment.

No excessive enthusiasm was shown, nor was there any coldness.

As an official, Minister Hua naturally had to extend some courtesy to the celebrities facilitating the atmosphere.

"Good evening, everyone, for taking the time out of your busy schedules for this insignificant banquet. I apologize in advance."

Upon hearing Minister Hua's words, everyone quickly stepped back half a step and said, "Minister Hua, you are too polite. It's our honor to participate in this banquet."

Hua Yun also smiled and nodded, without saying much more, then turned to invite the high-tech moguls, "Ladies and gentlemen, shall we be seated?"

Then, with the guidance of the waitstaff, everyone was seated at the largest table.

As for the other tables, they were occupied by executives of major companies and heads of smaller companies. The banquet guests were almost all present.

Surprisingly, the seats at the largest table were the emptiest, with the main seat still vacant.

The several moguls noticed Hua Yun hadn't taken the main seat, and their eyes revealed various thoughts.

Hua Yun, noticing everyone's gaze, smiled and said, "Although tonight's banquet is organized by the Ministry of Commerce, I'm not the main figure. I just spoke with Chairman Gu of the Black Swan Group on the phone. They have just landed and should arrive soon."

The moguls naturally understood Gu Bai's arrival.

Having listened to Hua Yun's words, Boss Huateng from Tencent directly inquired, "Minister Hua, since most people are here, could you perhaps reveal what could change the domestic high-tech landscape?"

Upon the end of Boss Huateng's words, everyone laughed along in agreement.

Seeing the eager expressions of everyone, Hua Yun also helplessly shook his head and said, "It's not that I don't want to tell you, but even I'm not too clear. You should personally ask Chairman Gu when he arrives."

"Are you saying that Chairman Gu is leading this initiative?"

"I can only tell you that the impact of this matter is beyond what you imagine, even moving Elder Tu, who has retired for several years, to personally visit Minister Qian Zhong of the Ministry of Commerce to communicate. Following that, the entire department was mobilized. I was also tasked with organizing your participation in this banquet."

Although Hua Yun's tone was light-hearted, everyone recognized the importance within.

Such a mobilization of an entire major department could not possibly be a joke. At the thought of this, everyone was filled with anticipation for Gu Bai's arrival.

Even Ren Zhengfei, who hadn't spoken from start to finish, was filled with curiosity about what would happen next.

Time passed slowly, approaching seven o'clock.

No one showed the slightest impatience, as they all knew the most important person of the evening had yet to arrive.

Suddenly, the lights from outside the banquet hall shone in, making the already luxurious hall appear even more grand.

The people who had been conversing in the banquet hall stopped talking, turning their gazes toward the entrance.

A team of over a dozen people, led by the general manager of Huaguo Grand Hotel, slowly stepped in.

Compared to the others in the banquet hall, this group accentuated two words.

Youthful.

Leading at the forefront were three young individuals.

Gu Bai stood confidently in the center, with Principal Wang and Hugh Grosvenor flanking on either side.

Behind them were the COO of Black Swan Group, Gu Jun, and the General Manager of Black Swan Film and Television, Xiao Qiang, alongside some senior executives from Wanda and Hugh Grosvenor's entourage.

Due to the significant nature of the occasion, Gu Bai's attire was exceptionally formal this time.

Compared to Hugh Grosvenor and Principal Wang's black suits, his white attire was more eye-catching. Since entering, a faint smile appeared on Gu Bai's face, and his wristwatch occasionally flashed an impressive brilliance under the lights.

"The main figure has arrived. Get ready; the banquet is about to officially begin."

Noticing Gu Bai's presence, Chen Long at the celebrity table softly smiled to the others.

"So many moguls are just waiting for Chairman Gu..."

Yang Function expressed in shocked disbelief, recalling how she had asked Gu Bai to do a favor for her regarding Guo Jingming. She couldn't help but feel slightly embarrassed.

How could Gu Bai, who so many moguls wait patiently for, grant her favor?

When had she gained such influence?

Gu Bai also noticed Yang Function, Chen Long, and the others looking at him, and he nodded with a smile, indicating his acknowledgment. Then he had Xiao Qiang sit at their table.

Taking Gu Yi, Principal Wang, and Hugh Grosvenor, he approached the table of the real moguls.

Seeing Gu Bai walking over with a smile, Hua Yun was the first to stand, and upon seeing his action, the other moguls also stood to welcome Gu Bai.

Boss Huateng, having met Gu Bai several times, smiled and said, "Chairman Gu, you must drink a self-punishment toast; we've been waiting for you for nearly half an hour."

Gu Bai responded with a smile, "Of course, I'll toast each of you later. I just arrived from Shanghai, and the traffic in the Capital City is indeed too congested. I hope you all can understand."

Even some who were meeting Gu Bai for the first time behaved as if they were familiar with him; the top circle is only so big, and even if they hadn't met before, they roughly knew each other.

"Let's not chat too much now, let Chairman Gu take his seat first."

Hearing Hua Yun's suggestion, everyone enthusiastically invited Gu Bai to sit.

Principal Wang and Hugh Grosvenor seemed somewhat overlooked.

Seeing the main seat reserved for him, Gu Bai slightly furrowed his brows and upon noticing Ren Zhengfei sitting next to him, quickly said, "Elder Ren, I can't accept this position; please, you should sit here."

Gu Bai held deep respect for Chairman Ren of Huawei. He was a genuine entrepreneur, not just a businessman.

Faced with Gu Bai's sudden remarks, Ren Zhengfei wasn't too surprised but instead kindly refused with a smile, "Chairman Gu, since Minister Hua reserved this seat for you, it shows you are qualified to sit there. Don't be too modest; you are a leader among Hua Country's youth, don't lose your edge. We are all eagerly waiting for news that could change the structure of the domestic high-tech market."

Faced with Ren Zhengfei's refusal and Hua Yun's repeated invitations, Gu Bai gradually sat down.

Although it was merely a simple seat, sitting there was enough to prove that Gu Bai was the highest-ranked individual at today's banquet.

Hugh Grosvenor and Principal Wang exchanged a glance, each seeing a look of surprise in the other's eyes.

From the moment Gu Bai sat in the main seat, his laid-back demeanor disappeared entirely.

An incomparable sense of nobility began to emanate slowly from him.

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