"Hello." Ye Mingmei couldn’t remember who this woman was for a moment, yet she still politely extended her hand.

"May I ask, who are you..." Ye Mingmei paused, and before she could finish her question, she saw the woman smile.

She reached out and tapped her forehead.

"I almost forgot, I’ve been in France for too long, probably everyone doesn’t recognize me anymore." The woman shook Ye Mingmei’s hand firmly, "Yang Meilan, Miss Ye, just call me Meilan."

Yang Meilan...

Ye Mingmei was slightly taken aback, the name flashed through her mind, and her memory suddenly became clear.

"I remember now, haven’t we attended several charity events together a few years ago?"

The Yang family’s business is quite sizable and is well-known in the Chinese Business Circle.

The key point is, the Yang family has strong connections, often receiving inside information on new development projects and tenders early.

This is very advantageous in business competition.

So, even though the Yang family isn’t considered a top-tier prestigious family, they are highly sought after in the circle.

Yang Meilan is actually with Yu Xiuzhun...

Ye Mingmei’s eyes flickered, and she lightly withdrew her hand, smiling at Yang Meilan, "Sorry, I couldn’t remember for a moment just now."

"It’s okay, I’ve been studying in France before, and just returned recently. It’s been a long time since I attended such an event. It’s because my dad admires Mr. Yu so much, that’s why I’m accompanying him today. It’s normal for you not to remember me."

Yang Meilan responded lightly, with a faint blush on her face as she mentioned Yu Xiuzhun.

She looked like a girl in love, with eyes full of affection.

Ye Mingmei instinctively followed her gaze and met Yu Xiuzhun’s deep and mischievous eyes, suddenly lowering her head, her heart beating in chaos, feeling inexplicably stifled.

"I’ve heard about Mr. Ye’s passing since my return, my condolences."

Yang Meilan glanced at Jin Chenye beside Ye Mingmei, "I’ve heard that Ye Group invited a management genius, and in such a short time, he led Ye Group through the crisis. Today, meeting Mr. Jin is truly an honor."

"Miss Yang, you’re too kind." Jin Chenye smiled warmly and shook hands with her.

"If there’s nothing else, we should go greet Mr. Dan." Jin Chenye noticed Ye Mingmei’s discomfort and was ready to lead her away calmly.

"What’s the rush? The party is long, a greeting can wait." Yu Xiuzhun, who had been silent, suddenly spoke, his cold, harsh gaze moving to Ye Mingmei’s delicate face.

He looked her up and down, seeing her exquisite makeup, form-fitting dress, and the hand holding Jin Chenye’s arm, his gaze suddenly darkened, emitting a subtle threat.

"Mr. Yu, do you have any ideas?" Yang Meilan seemed not to have expected Yu Xiuzhun to speak suddenly, instinctively following his lead.

"Since we’re here to have fun, let’s enjoy it together. I see there’s a card table prepared over there, want to play a few rounds?" With his words, Yu Xiuzhun cast a provocative glance at Jin Chenye.

The light in his eyes was like a leopard lurking in the darkness, ready to pounce on its prey.

"Senior, my sister and the others arrived first, but I don’t know where they are. I want to find them first." Hearing Yu Xiuzhun’s words, Ye Mingmei nervously tugged at Jin Chenye’s hem.

She feared Yu Xiuzhun, even though he wouldn’t do anything to her now, Ye Mingmei didn’t want any interaction with him.

"Alright, I’ll go with you." Jin Chenye held her hand, soothing her with gentle pats.