"Right."

Qin Feng said to her, "Can you sing nursery rhymes? Although we are not going for a commercial performance, it's necessary to bring some gifts for Little Dragon Girl."

"Okay."

Luo Hongyan quickly nodded.

Qin Feng decided to attend the birthday banquet of the Nangong Family partly because he wanted to use their connections to reduce the disturbances for Luo Hongyan, believing that after the birthday banquet, at least in East Sea, no one would bother Luo Hongyan anymore.

On the other hand.

He remembered what Zuo Yizhou said and felt it necessary to go.

...

At the thirty-sixth floor of the hotel.

Bai stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, frowning, "You said, the Nangong Family invited Luo Hongyan?"

"Yes." The elderly man in the tailcoat said, "In this case, it will be difficult for the Ao Huang Three Families; they can't afford to offend the Nangong Family."

"No."

Bai showed a hint of a smile and said, "I'm afraid, we will win."

"Why?"

"It's simple. Qin Feng's goal is to make Luo Hongyan a perfect singer. In the process, he won't let her do commercial performances or take various advertisements, continuously accumulating popularity until the end of twelve concerts. Her popularity will reach an unattainable peak."

"It seems like a perfect plan, which can clearly demonstrate his ability."

"Because the higher Luo Hongyan stands, the more troubles she will encounter along the way. It's a test for him about supporting Luo Hongyan and solving these troubles."

"But now."

"He can't withstand the threats from the Nangong Family's power, allowing Luo Hongyan to attend."

"In this round, he will lose a lot of points."

"Furthermore, once a precedent is set, if she continues to evade commercial performances and other activities, she will offend even more people!"

"In short, his move seems to rely on the Nangong Family to resolve the threats from the Ao Huang Three Families, but in reality, it lays down more hidden dangers for the future, so, he is bound to lose!"

Bai chuckled then continued.

"Indeed, the Ao Huang Three Families do fear the Nangong Family, but the Nangong Family won't break ties with the Ao Huang Three Families over a mere artist."

"As expected, the Nangong Family will only give Qin Feng and the Ao Huang Three Families a chance to negotiate."

"From what I understand of Qin Feng's personality, they definitely won't come to an agreement, so once the birthday banquet is over, Qin Feng will also be in trouble. The protection he sought will be worthless."

"..."

Hearing this, the elderly man in the tailcoat exclaimed, "I see, master is wise!"

"Hehehe..."

Bai's previous gloominess from losing a round to Qin Feng was completely swept away. Looking out the window, he said, "Qin Feng, oh Qin Feng, you are still too green..."

"By the way, how is the gift for Little Dragon Girl coming along?" he asked the elderly man again.

"As per your instructions, we spent a full five billion to ask Old Divine Doctor Zhuge to Refine that Medicine Pill, and it's done."

"Good, very good." Thischapterfirstappearedon*.

Bai's smile deepened.

...

In the morning.

Qin Feng and Xiao Lian were shopping on the street, buying gift boxes to prepare gifts for Little Dragon Girl.

At that moment.

Jiang Lanting called him and said, "Where are you?"

"At Bright Pearl Mall, why?"

Qin Feng asked.

"Great, I'm also here. Come quickly to the third floor!"

Jiang Lanting said.

Qin Feng was puzzled for a moment but went up with Xiao Lian anyway.

On the third floor.

It was the clothing area.

Jiang Lanting was trying on dresses in a gown shop at the moment.

She was trying on a red long dress that sparkled with starlight, which highlighted her figure like that of a beautiful woman, with her entire back exposed, making her fair skin even more striking.

Qin Feng sized her up several times.

Only then did he confirm that she was the fiery Captain Jiang.

Unexpectedly, in a formal dress, she looked dignified and beautiful like a lady from a respectable family, yet extremely sexy.

"How do you like this dress?"

Jiang Lanting twirled around and said.

"Curvy and exquisite, not bad, not bad."

Qin Feng appreciated while pinching his chin.

"Hooligan!"

Jiang Lanting glared at him.

"You asked me to look, and now you're scolding me."

"I meant for you to look at the clothes!"

"I was talking about the dress!"

"...Get lost!"

Qin Feng chuckled and said, "By the way, you didn't call me here just to admire your figure, did you?"

"Of course not!"

Jiang Lanting walked to the men's formal wear section, picked out a suit for him, and said, "This one looks good, try it on."

"Oh?"

Qin Feng, puzzled, asked, "Why are you buying this for me?"

Jiang Lanting explained, "I've heard that the Zuo Family can no longer intervene in the matter between you and the Ao Huang Three Families. Now, there's only one way. The Nangong Family might be able to help. Tomorrow, it's the Little Dragon Girl's birthday celebration from the Nangong Family, and many people are invited. If you show up there as one of the invited guests, the Ao Huang Three Families might be wary, and then you can negotiate with them."

"..."

Qin Feng waved his hand in embarrassment and said, "You really don't have to do this."

He hadn't expected her to care so much about his safety.

"What do you mean, not necessary? This is your only chance. Are you not qualified to attend the birthday party? Don't worry, I have it all planned out." Jiang Lanting said, "You'll go with me, and I'll bring you in under the pretense of bringing a family member."

"Family member? As your brother?" Qin Feng blinked in confusion.

"No."

"Then as your elder brother? But, you seem to be a year or two older than me!" said Qin Feng.

"Also not."

"Not a younger brother, not an older brother, then what?"

"..."

Jiang Lanting rolled her eyes at him and said, "Are you dumb? I'm a native of East Sea, how could they not know my brother? Just pretend to be my boyfriend."

"Pfft—!"

Qin Feng almost choked, then couldn't help bursting into laughter.

"..."

Jiang Lanting drooped her eyes and said, "Is it funny? I'm doing all this just to save you, sacrificing my reputation!"

Qin Feng continued to laugh heartily. After finishing, he said, "But seriously, why are you trying so hard to help me? It couldn't be that you've taken a liking to me, right?"

"Pah, as if I'd like you!"

Jiang Lanting retorted, her expression turning serious as she said, "Because, I hate Ao Huang!"

"..."

Seeing her serious expression and recalling unhappy memories, Qin Feng changed the subject and said, "Actually, I do need to buy some clothes. I'll go to the Nangong Family's birthday celebration, but I already have an invitation, so you don't need to sacrifice your reputation."

As he spoke, he picked up the suit and headed to the dressing room.

"Oh? He received an invitation too?"

Jiang Lanting was puzzled.

Xiao Lian explained briefly to her, and she then understood that the Nangong Family wanted to invite Luo Hongyan to perform.

"That's good, saves me from letting that hooligan take advantage of me."

She said.

However,

she felt an inexplicable sensation, as if she had lost a small anticipation…