Chapter 1071: Chapter 1060: Ridiculing Ning Fan
“Cao Qianqian, you’ve asked the right person. Even if Chao doesn’t say anything, I can still figure it out.”
Before Wang Chao could answer, Luo Hui squeezed between the two from behind and said triumphantly.
“You know?”
Cao Qianqian eyed Luo Hui and said, half-smiling, “Could it be that our Mr. Luo also booked the Starry Hotel in the past?”
“Haha, just joking. I don’t have that kind of budget, even if I sold myself, I couldn’t afford it.”
Luo Hui stretched out his right hand, fingers spread wide, and said, “A buddy of mine, a company CEO, held a wedding for his son and booked the second floor of the Starry Hotel. I heard it was two to three million a night.”
“Gasp!”
Luo Hui’s nostalgic words instantly made quite a few people gasp in surprise.
“A single night costs millions, truly befitting a five-star hotel.”
“Chao is incredible! It was two or three million a few years back; nowadays, it must start at least five million. This class reunion is extraordinary, I’m impressed.”
Luo Hui’s words instantly shifted everyone’s gaze toward Wang Chao.
Wang Chao’s affluent background was rumored during school days, but no one expected it to be this good.
Five million, that’s equivalent to a decent commercial apartment in Dragon City’s business center, yet he booked the second floor of the Starry Hotel for one night.
Such extravagance and financial prowess.
Cao Qianqian, who had been deliberately trying to converse with Wang Chao, was even more intrigued, managing to sit right next to him.
Wang Chao frowned slightly, initially planning to invite Zhao Xue’er to sit on his right but realized she had led her so-called brother to sit opposite him.
Seeing Zhao Xue’er whispering to the man, their close and intimate demeanor, Wang Chao’s heart burned with anger. He clapped his hands, forcing a faint smile, and said, “Enough said, let’s get to tonight’s main event.”
As Wang Chao lowered his palm, the lights on the already lavishly decorated second floor of the Starry Hotel suddenly dimmed.
A piano melody, as beautiful as flowing water over high mountains, quietly began to play.
The sound of a violin ensemble followed.
As everyone stood bewildered, the lights brightened, Wang Chao shook a wine glass in his hand, wearing a friendly smile, and raised his glass to face everyone, saying, “Three years have passed since the reunion of Class Three from Changya High School. Although only a small part could make it, it’s still worth celebrating. Cheers, everyone.”
“Cheers!”
“Chao, if those who couldn’t make it knew Chao booked the entire second floor of the Starry Hotel, they’d be regretting it to no end.”
“Exactly, dining with piano and violin accompaniment, truly a treat for the body and soul.”
As the clinking of glasses continued, praises flowed towards Wang Chao incessantly.
Though Dragon City is fairly powerful, it’s not considered a top-tier city nationally. Most graduates from Changya High are diligent workers and have never seen such an impressive scene.
A few who are now self-employed and pursuing dreams of wealth and freedom felt quite discouraged upon witnessing this.
Look at him, a night’s expenses exceed the annual net profit of a company!
With such thoughts, everyone became increasingly eager to connect with Wang Chao.
Wang Chao remained approachable, welcoming everyone with smiles, but his gaze was fixed on Zhao Xue’er.
Watching Zhao Xue’er kindly help the man next to her with food, Wang Chao finally couldn’t bear it and said, “Hey brother, would you care for a drink?”
“Sorry, I don’t drink.”
Ning Fan munched on the lobster Zhao Xue’er had just served him, keeping his head down and not even glancing at Wang Chao.
“Haha… A man who doesn’t drink, in this day and age, am I living in a dream?”
Ning Fan’s words instantly sparked laughter.
“I need to call my wife, let her see what a man who doesn’t drink ends up like. She’s always urging me to quit drinking.”
Luo Hui pulled out his phone, pretending to call his wife to complain, which drew hearty laughter from everyone.
Conversation flowed lively throughout the dinner table.
Wang Chao’s accusation landed amidst the laughter and jest, a hint of coldness flashed in his eyes.
Later, Wang Chao continuously attempted to chat with Ning Fan, trying to probe into his background and family, but Ning Fan just focused on eating, ignoring him completely, leaving Wang Chao both furious and helpless.
All except for the disgruntled Wang Chao enjoyed a well-received meal.
“Everyone, take your time. Ning Fan and I will head home first.”
Zhao Xue’er wiped her mouth, stood up, and sweetly smiled.
“Home? We’ve just started eating. Why leave so early?”
Seeing Wang Chao’s face fall, Luo Hui quickly stood up.
This class reunion was organized by Wang Chao as a chance to pursue Zhao Xue’er anew, something Luo Hui knew all too well.
“Our camaraderie isn’t fully expressed yet, leaving isn’t agreeable. Ask everyone if they’re okay with it.”
Luo Hui said with a grin.
“Not okay!”
“Certainly not! With Xue’er goddess gone, this reunion loses its charm.”
“Xue’er, are you rushing home because someone at home is worried?”
Facing teasing from classmates, Zhao Xue’er hung her head, paling slightly, biting her lip.
This was why she disliked sitting with classmates she didn’t get along with, feeling like she was living in a different world amidst their banter.
“Alright, enough of that. Let me say a few words.”
Wang Chao raised his hand, quelling the crowd’s teasing.
“Here’s the deal: no more jokes, Xue’er, don’t rush home. Bring your brother and let’s head to Junyu KTV, and wrap up this reunion perfectly. Any objections?”
“If Chao states it, there shouldn’t be any issues.”
“Count me in!”
Everyone responded loudly.
Zhao Xue’er found herself in a dilemma, looking at Ning Fan, whispered, “Brother Ning Fan, do you want to go sing?”
“Sure, I’ll go with you.”
Ning Fan surveyed the scene, noting each classmate’s face.
Luo Hui and Wang Chao exchanged knowing glances, a move that didn’t escape Ning Fan.
“Since everyone’s so enthusiastic, no need to be unsociable.”