NOVEL WEB Chapter 7: The Second Heroine Appears
Zhao Haoqian is the sole heir to the Zhao Group.
Naturally, many people wanted to get close to him, hoping to build connections. However, Ye Liuyun had no interest in such things. Holding a glass of wine, he casually walked off to the side, avoiding the crowd.
To be honest, he had never attended such a high-level banquet before. The atmosphere was filled with business tycoons engaged in deep conversation, discussing matters of wealth and power.
Yet, Ye Liuyun remained calm, sipping his wine leisurely.
[Speaking of which, the male protagonist should be appearing soon!]
After all, this was a plot designed to highlight the protagonist's brilliance. How could he not show up?
[Let me think... what was this event about again?]
He briefly recalled the storyline, and soon the details surfaced in his mind.
[Oh right, the second female lead, You Yu, is about to appear!]
A novel of this kind couldn't possibly have just one female protagonist.
[According to the book's description, You Yu is equally stunning but has a completely different personality from Yao Huaimeng.]
[Yao Huaimeng is cold and reserved, while You Yu is lively and energetic.]
[Not only that, but they're also best friends!]
The name You Yu made Yao Huaimeng, who had been walking toward Ye Liuyun, pause for a moment.
This was her best friend—someone she trusted and had a strong bond with.
Unexpectedly, she was also one of the heroines in this so-called story.
Moreover, if the usual plot logic applied, wouldn't this mean that she and her best friend would end up entangled with the same man?
'That Long Tian… I have to kick him out when I get back!'
Just thinking about how the supposed protagonist was that disgusting guy filled her with irritation.
[Normally, the male protagonist wouldn't even be qualified to enter this banquet.]
It was the classic trope of suppressing the protagonist before letting him shine later—an overused cliché in such novels.
[If I recall correctly, Long Tian first meets You Yu outside the venue.]
[She falls in love with him at first sight, gets flustered, and eagerly brings him inside.]
[Then the main drama begins!]
The more Ye Liuyun thought about it, the more ridiculous it seemed.
[Seriously? You Yu's family is just as wealthy as Yao Huaimeng's. She must have met countless outstanding men before.]
[Yet, she takes one look at the male protagonist and instantly turns into a fangirl?]
[The author of this story must have never seen a real woman before!]
Hearing these thoughts, Yao Huaimeng couldn't help but nod in agreement.
Whoever wrote this nonsense was probably some delusional shut-in who had never even held a girl's hand.
Meanwhile, outside the banquet hall.
Long Tian frowned as he faced the security guards at the entrance.
"I am Yao Huaimeng's bodyguard. Why won't you let me in?"
The head of security remained calm. "Without an invitation, entry is prohibited—unless a guest personally vouches for you."
"Hmph! Just wait! I'll call Huai Meng right now, and she'll come to take me inside herself!"
To Long Tian, this was nothing but an insult. These people clearly didn't recognize his greatness.
He immediately pulled out his phone, only to hear the automated message: "The number you have dialed is currently unavailable."
His expression stiffened.
"Sir, this is a private event. If you have no business here, please leave and stop disturbing the guests."
The implication was clear: Get lost.
In their eyes, Long Tian was nothing more than a joke.
"You…!"
I am Long Tian! The strongest mercenary in the world! The leader of the most powerful underground force!
How dare you look down on me?
Just as Long Tian was about to lose his temper, a sleek supercar pulled up in front of the entrance.
A breathtaking young woman in an elegant gown stepped out.
"Miss You Yu!"
The guards immediately greeted her with respectful nods.
Long Tian's irritation faded in an instant.
What a stunning woman! She was just as beautiful as Yao Huaimeng!
To him, such a woman was destined to be his.
With a confident smirk, he stepped forward.
"Hey there, beautiful. I'm Long Tian. Let's get to know each other."
His tone oozed arrogance—the signature "Dragon King" charm.
You Yu glanced at him, sizing him up.
Then, she smiled.
Long Tian thought she was captivated by his charm, so he pressed forward.
However—
"Since when were stray dogs allowed at high-class events?"
Without another word, she ignored his frozen smile and walked straight inside.
Love at first sight? Inviting Long Tian inside?
As if!
"…"
She just insulted him?
Strangely, rather than feeling anger, Long Tian's smile widened.
Interesting. Very interesting.
Women who played hard to get always intrigued him the most.
Determined, he tried to follow her in.
"Sir, you need an invitation to enter," the guards reminded him once more.
"What if I insist?" Long Tian cracked his neck, exuding dominance.
They simply pulled out a phone and dialed. "In that case, we'll have to call the police."
"…?"
Wait—what?
Weren't they supposed to fight him, only for him to display his overwhelming strength and force his way in?
Calling the police? What kind of tactic was that?
Even though he held immense power abroad, this was still China. He wasn't foolish enough to make a scene over a birthday banquet.
"Tch! You'll regret this!"
With a dramatic flourish, he turned and left.
"Thirty years in the east, thirty years in the west—just you wait!"
Today, you look down on me. But tomorrow, you'll grovel at my feet!
As Long Tian strutted away, convinced of his impending rise to glory, the security guards exchanged puzzled looks.
"…Did that guy really just say that?"
"…Brother, do you not feel embarrassed acting like that?"
"Which mental hospital did he escape from?"
"Forget it. Just another delusional idiot."
Meanwhile, Ye Liuyun sipped his wine inside the banquet hall, waiting for the next scene to unfold.
Suddenly, a sweet and playful voice rang out beside him.
"Handsome~"
"Hm?"
Slightly taken aback, he turned to see You Yu standing there, her radiant smile aimed right at him.
[hiss!]
…Things were about to get interesting.