Chapter 704: Chapter 359: Hoodwink_3 Chapter 704: Chapter 359: Hoodwink_3 However, she was somewhat surprised inside. She hadn’t expected this guy to react so quickly and realize that they were brought in by Elder Du??

But even if he understood, what of it? This guy is just a somewhat wealthy outsider. Trying to fight against Elder Du? Later, he wouldn’t even know how he died!!

“Enough!! Jingling, don’t treat me like a fool. If you still consider me as a friend, I will also treat you as friends. But I hope you understand what friends should do and what they shouldn’t do!” Fan Xiaoyu said gravely.

Liu Wentian noticed, and she naturally noticed too that these few “old friends” were a bit too eager–literally firing directly at Liu Wentian!!

Mu Jingling’s expression froze completely, turning somewhat ugly as she said,
“Xiaoyu, what do you mean by this?? We grew up together since we were little; are you going to turn against me just because of this man?? Fine!! Then I’ll just admit it, I indeed targeted him a little, but it was for your own good!!”

Xie Wen immediately chimed in, “Yes, Xiaoyu, although this man’s family has some money, how can he compare to Elder Du?? Rongxing Properties under the Du family is currently valued at tens of billions, and Elder Du’s networks span the sectors of black and purple… This kid is nothing compared to Elder Du!!”

Her words undoubtedly made it clear that they were here to speak for Elder Du.

After finishing, she pointed to a few people not far away, while pointing she said, “Look, that person is Mr. Fan from the Warren Hotel, that one is Director Li from the tax authority, that is Mr. Yan, the chief editor of our Songchang Evening News, and that is Mr. Wu Rongshan, a renowned calligrapher in our city; and the rest, all big shots. They all came to support Elder Du’s birthday banquet! You tell me, how influential must he be??”

As she spoke, she glanced disdainfully at Liu Wentian, meaning it was clear–he absolutely couldn’t compare!!

At this moment, Fan Xiaoyu’s aunt couldn’t help but speak up, laughing, “Yes, Xiaoyu, everyone is doing this for your own good, don’t think we are greedy. Apart from being somewhat older, where isn’t Elder Du stronger than this young man?? And, older men know how to cherish others!! Just his word alone is enough to throw him out of Songchang City!!”

By the time she reached the final sentence, she too looked at Liu Wentian with disdain–as if the frustrations from being faced last night had been swept away, feeling immensely satisfying.

The others also started persuading, painting Elder Du as an unparalleled figure, whereas Liu Wentian was like a mere nobody.

Liu Wentian looked at this bunch of opportunist lackeys and couldn’t help but sneer–living so meanly, so shamelessly, really wasn’t easy!!

Naturally, he wasn’t worried about Fan Xiaoyu being swayed. Fan Xiaoyu wasn’t a little girl; such simple words couldn’t possibly disturb her peace of mind.

Fan Xiaoyu’s feelings wouldn’t be affected simply by these people’s words.

However, these people were after all friends from childhood–a semblance of speaking earnestly for her benefit–initially, she endured it.

But as these people spoke more and more outrageously, she became somewhat annoyed, feeling very disappointed with them in her heart.

Speaking of importance, these people combined didn’t qualify to compare with Liu Wentian.

She couldn’t tolerate them speaking about Liu Wentian like that–Liu Wentian might not mind, but she couldn’t!!

Just as Fan Xiaoyu’s face grew grave, about to make them all shut up–an elderly man with a slightly plump build and a face glowing red approached.

“Heh, Xiaoyu, it’s only been a few days since I saw you, and you’ve grown prettier.” The elderly man looked at Fan Xiaoyu and chuckled warmly.

“Elder Du!!” Mu Jingling and Fan Xiaoyu’s aunt, upon seeing this man, immediately showed respectful expressions, as if dogs seeing their master, almost wishing they had tails to wag furiously!!

This elderly man was none other than Elder Du Du Jingwei who was holding this birthday banquet.

He was a legendary figure in Songchang City, starting from a petty gangster to his current position–a motivational story for many.

He established Rongxing Properties, which now had a market value of tens of billions.

At the same time, in the black and purple sectors, he had a vast network, almost spanning all sectors in Songchang City.

Hence, even though Liu Wentian had given a Porsche 911 last night, in the eyes of Fan Xiaoyu’s second aunt and aunt, compared to Elder Du, it still wasn’t much.

In this era, having money was nothing; those with power were the real bosses!!

Mu Jingling and others also hoped Fan Xiaoyu would marry Elder Du as his continued bride. In that way, being connected to Elder Du, they too could thrive in Songchang City in the future!!

“Elder Du.” Upon seeing Du Jingwei, Fan Xiaoyu looked somewhat tense.

From a young age, she had grown up hearing about this legendary Elder Du, and this legend included some ruthless means he had used; hence, Fan Xiaoyu felt a sense of fear towards him!!

This was also why, with Liu Wentian coming to attend this birthday banquet, she was quite distressed.

In her view, even though Liu Wentian was powerful, a strong dragon could hardly suppress the local snakes–how could he ever fight against an Elder Du who had operated in Songchang City for his whole life!!

“Haha, Xiaoyu, calling me elder makes me sound old; why not just call me by my name?” Du Jingwei smiled warmly, his words carried a sense of closeness.