The grand opening of the Peak Group was conducted with extraordinary enthusiasm and grandeur.
The enormous stage, ten meters in both length and width, was crowded with people. Even Leng Xiaojie, a highly reputable figure in Wanghai City, could only stand beneath it.
Despite standing beneath the stage, Leng Xiaojie appeared to be nodding and bowing, looking immensely satisfied.
Because most of those on the stage were figures he had to look up to.
On the stage were people in tailored suits, exuding great authority, and among them were some elders, with grey hair and beards, looking even more imposing.
In the midst of these elders, like a bright star surrounded by lesser stars, stood the youngest person on the entire stage, Wang Yan.
At this moment, San, Sun Da, and others beamed with joy; they could not fathom that the newly established Peak Group managed to invite such influential figures.
But who exactly brought these magnates here? Could it be Wang Yan?
However, Wang Yan could not possibly know so many retired big shots.
Though Sun Da, San, and the others found it curious, they were genuinely delighted from the bottom of their hearts.
They even frequently glanced at Li Zhe and Zhao Xinyao, their expressions full of provocation.
Seeing Wang Yan surrounded by respected and powerful elders, Li Zhe and Zhao Xinyao across from them were practically fuming.
Although the stage set up by the Gangzhe Group was large, at that moment, only Li Zhe and Zhao Xinyao were present on it, highlighting the sole downside of a big stage: it felt empty and desolate, utterly disheartening.
The more Li Zhe looked at Wang Yan, the angrier he got. At this moment, it should have been him being celebrated by the crowd, not Wang Yan.
The meticulously planned scene intended to give Wang Yan a blowback had backfired disastrously, instead landing a heavy slap on his own face.
Li Zhe longed to leave immediately, but the Gangzhe Group's new pharmaceutical launch was something he couldn't skip.
With gritted teeth, Li Zhe barely endured the entire procedure of the new product launch, only then did he cast a resentful glance at the lively grand opening of the Peak Group and left dejectedly.
After Wang Yan and the others concluded the bustling ribbon-cutting ceremony, Director Xiao and others had a lengthy conversation with him before taking their leave. Thɪs chapter is updated by Novᴇ(l)Fɪre .ɴᴇt
After Director Xiao and the others with white hair departed, Leng Xiaojie and Zeng Deyi approached Wang Yan.
Leng Xiaojie, having shed his previous arrogant demeanor, approached Wang Yan with a broad grin and said, "President Wang Yan, young and promising, I truly admire you. After meeting today, we must draw closer from now on."
Leng Xiaojie was no fool; to succeed as the president of the Wanghai City Commerce Association, he was astute in adapting to circumstances.
Upon seeing Director Xiao and other dignitaries coming to support Wang Yan, and even calling him "young friend" rather than adopting a senior stance, even Leng Xiaojie, if he were foolish, would realize that Wang Yan was not an ordinary person.
Though he had never heard of Wang Yan's name, from today's scene, Wang Yan was unmistakably either the son of a high-ranking official or of affluent lineage, and his parents were not to be provoked.
Thus, Leng Xiaojie swiftly adapted, coming to curry favor with Wang Yan.
Wang Yan did not even glance at Leng Xiaojie, directly bypassing him to greet Zeng Deyi behind, saying with a smile, "Chairman Zeng, thank you for coming to lend your support this time, much appreciated."
Seeing that Wang Yan completely disregarded him, the smile on Leng Xiaojie's face immediately froze, his expression turning ashen.
Although Director Xiao and others had left, there were still several notable individuals from Wanghai City present, yet Wang Yan blatantly sidelined him!
Instantly, a surge of resentment against Wang Yan rose in Leng Xiaojie's heart, thinking: Just wait, kid, you'll see the power of Leng Xiaojie.
With that thought, Leng Xiaojie gritted his teeth, stomped his foot, and drove away.
Seeing Leng Xiaojie leave, Zeng Deyi smiled wryly at Wang Yan and said, "President Wang Yan, you've now offended Leng Xiaojie, and Chairman Leng might retaliate against you soon."
Wang Yan smiled slightly and said, "If he's not afraid of dying, let him come."
Hearing Wang Yan's words, Zeng Deyi was taken aback, once more scrutinizing Wang Yan closely.
Leng Xiaojie might be highly influential in Wanghai City, but Wang Yan's tone made it clear he didn't regard Leng Xiaojie as significant.
Just what kind of background does Wang Yan have, to possess the confidence to utter such arrogant words?
It seems I made the right call this time, accidentally acquainting myself with such an impressive figure.
Consequently, Zeng Deyi became even more respectful towards Wang Yan, uttered a few polite words, and then took his leave.
The remaining crowd also approached Wang Yan, exchanging courteous remarks and finally left with respectful eyes.
Everyone present deeply remembered Wang Yan, recognizing him as undoubtedly an extraordinarily influential figure.
After everyone had left, Sun Da, San, and others thronged around Wang Yan, their faces glowing with excitement, saying, "Boss, what exactly happened?"
"Master? You actually know so many influential people?"
"Boss, you invited so many influential individuals without telling us."
Hearing the chaotic chatter, Wang Yan shook his head and said, "I've just arrived in Wanghai City; apart from you few, I don't know anyone here."
Hearing this, they all wondered, "Then who did such a tremendous deed without leaving their name?"
Wang Yan smiled faintly, turning to look behind the stage, "Come out, only she could have accomplished something this significant."
Upon hearing Wang Yan's words, everyone curiously looked behind the stage.
From the empty space behind the stage, emerged a girl slowly.
The girl had a fair complexion, her skin was as smooth as porcelain, and her long black hair cascaded over her shoulders like a waterfall. Her oval face underneath her bangs featured a pair of curved eyes, appearing extraordinarily charming and adorable beneath her fluttering eyelashes.
This girl was Beiming Xue.
Beiming Xue bashfully approached Wang Yan.
"Brother Wang Yan, how did you know? I didn't want you to find out."
Beiming Xue raised her head, her cheeks flushed, like a child caught doing something naughty.
Wang Yan laughed and said, "Besides you, I can't think of who would do a good deed without leaving their name. You must have asked Grandfather, right? Otherwise, those elder greybeards wouldn't have made an appearance."
Wang Yan guessed correctly; it was indeed Beiming Xue who requested Elder Beiming, who then summoned Director Xiao and the others.
In retrospect, in the whole of Wanghai City, only Elder Beiming had the enormous clout to call upon Director Xiao and the others.
Upon Wang Yan guessing right, Beiming Xue blushed, swept her long hair behind her head, and bowed her head down.
Wang Yan laughed and said, "You did me such a big favor, how should I thank you?"
Hearing Wang Yan's words, Beiming Xue hurriedly raised her head, waving her hands anxiously, "No, no, Brother Wang Yan has helped me so much, what's it to do a little for Brother Wang Yan? Besides, I…"
The first few sentences, Beiming Xue almost blurted out without pause, but in the last sentence, after uttering the first word, it seemed like she suddenly realized something, and her voice dropped abruptly, as if transmitting only within her throat.
No one heard what Beiming Xue was saying, but with Wang Yan's keen ears, he heard clearly, what Beiming Xue was saying was: "Besides, I've always wanted to be yours."
Upon hearing this, Wang Yan couldn't help but feel a surge of warmth throughout his body, an intense rush of emotion passionately coursing through him.