When Qin Fangtan saw Zhou Ye, the latter appeared to be greatly startled, breathing heavily and even causing the nearby waiter to take a large step backwards.

He had intended to step forward, but when San Ye followed along, he hid in the corner instead, wearing an amused expression as he watched the show.

Mí Gǔ naturally knew someone was watching him, but Zhou Ye was unaware, anxiously looking at the man who had suddenly appeared.

"I... I have already apologized..." Zhou Ye said haltingly.

"You've misunderstood, I have no ill intentions, I'm just curious."

"Curious?"

Mi Gu slightly nodded and said, "If I'm not mistaken, you're one of Lord Qin's people, right?"

Zhou Ye was slightly stunned, and let out a soft "Hmm".

"I didn't mean anything else, I thought it would be your brother who would attend this dinner party."

As soon as the words fell, Zhou Ye's face turned dim, and he said, "My older brother isn't feeling well... I've come on his behalf..."

Mi Gu had a general understanding of the Zhou family's affairs and apologetically said, "I'm sorry for making you feel uncomfortable."

"No... no, I'm fine..." Zhou Ye bit his lip and asked, "Can I go now?"

"Of course, you can."

Zhou Ye gave the person a glance and quickly ran away.

Qin Fangtan's face fell with disappointment. He had thought there would be some groundbreaking news, but it turned out to be so anticlimactic.

However, he also noticed a slight difference. Reserved Third Master took the initiative to engage in conversation with someone for the first time. Whether out of curiosity or to assess the Zhou family, it was certainly different from his interactions with others.

Qin Fangtan looked at the bewildered faces and people wandering around, narrowed his eyes, and casually walked up.

"Do you know who you were just speaking to?"

Hearing the familiar voice, Zhou Ye turned his head and saw the detestable face. He frowned and said, "Do I know what relationship I have with you?"

Qin Fangtan raised an eyebrow and leisurely spoke, "Under Lord Han, there are two venerable figures. One is Dong Xiao, and the other is the person who just spoke to you, called Mi Gu, also known as Third Master. However, you are fortunate to have encountered the most benevolent Third Master. If you had encountered Fifth Master..."

With that said, Qin Fangtan pulled the person a few steps forward and pointed at the middle-aged man with an oily face. He smiled and said, "See? He is Wuye, fond of handsome young men. Precious individuals like you should never fall into his hands, otherwise, you might gain an extra life in your belly."

Zhou Ye remained silent, his face pale, his eyes fixed tightly on the person called "Wu Ye".

Qin Fangtan's smile deepened as he leaned closer to the person's ear and whispered softly, "The Fifth Uncle is very interested in you, so... you'd better not anger me. Otherwise, one day you might become someone else's pet. Do you understand?"

Zhou moved his lips but said nothing. Qin Fangtan felt the other party trembling, and the corner of his mouth curved into a smile as he said, "You don't have to be afraid. I have said the same thing to your brother. You see, I haven't sent him away yet, so you don't need to worry. Even if something really happens, your brother will bear all the punishment for you."

"You jerk!" Zhou Ye pushed the person away, her face full of anger.

Qin Fangtan's lips curled into a slight frown as he calmly stated, "I already warned you, it's best not to provoke my anger."

Zhou Ye huffed and turned his head away. Since he couldn't curse at the person, he decided not to look at them and out of sight, out of mind!

Qin Fangtan was naturally dissatisfied with the other party's attitude. Just as he was about to say something to reprimand them, his mobile phone vibrated. He thought it was Zhou Xun calling, but when he answered the call, he heard a woman's voice.

Qin Fangtan's face turned cold, squinting his eyes as he said, "I have said before, without my orders, you are not allowed to take a step out of this room."

The other party remained silent for a while, then suddenly burst into loud laughter, and incoherently said, "I... I am Hanye's loyal subordinate. Who do you think you are to do this? I have already dealt with... that guy named Zhou, he will never appear again!"

Qin Fangtan's face grew increasingly gloomy as he ended the call amidst the other person's incessant chatter. Zhou Ye also sensed that something was wrong and suddenly became nervous, asking, "Hey... did something happen to my brother?"

Qin Fangtan glanced at the person and said coldly, "Who should I ask if you're asking me? I wasn't even there."

Zhou Ye glared at the person, angrily declaring, "I want to go back!"

"Not allowed."

"You!" Zhou Ye's face turned crimson, so furious that he couldn't utter a word.

"I've said it before, this banquet is very important. I can't let some trivial matters ruin my big plans."

"What?!" Zhou Ye glared at the person angrily and shouted, "He might be nothing to you, but he is my brother! I don't care, I'm going back now!"

Qin Fangtan frowned and impatiently said, "Stop bothering me! If you want to go back, figure it out yourself!"

Zhou Yeye didn't say anything and turned around to leave. As soon as he reached outside, he regretted it. He didn't have any money on him, and this place was very remote with no taxis around. If he really walked back, he was afraid he would have to walk until dawn, but his brother couldn't wait that long...

After some consideration, Zhou Ye decided to look for Qin Fangtan. At that time, if worse comes to worst, he would just coax him with sweet words and make him send him back.

But when he returned to the interior court again, the other party had already disappeared. He went to ask the gatekeeper, but was told that Mr. Qin had left.

For a moment, Zhou Ye felt lost and at a loss. Qin Fangtan had left... how was he going to get back?