Mistaking a horror game for a romance novel, he unexpectedly became a legend.

Although the Song family's company is not doing very well, the old master Song had a wide network of connections when he was alive. If Song Yi is willing to speak up for them, those people will give him face.

But they had just broken off their engagement, and they were afraid Song Yi wouldn't help them.

Chu Xiong hesitated, but Chu Xue said, "Dad, I think we can give it a try, and we'll see if it works."

Chu Xue was most afraid of something happening to the company, because she needed the company as her backing to qualify her to pursue Lu Xiao.

When Chu Xiong heard Chu Xue say this, he nodded. Let's give it a try. If it succeeds, everyone will be happy. If it doesn't succeed, they won't lose anything.

Chu Xiong: "But Song Yi is elusive these days, he might not see us."

Chu Xue thought for a moment and said, "Isn't there a charity gala hosted by Uncle Qi tomorrow night? When Grandpa Song was alive, he would attend every year. They had such a good relationship with the Qi family, Song Yi will definitely be there this time too."

Chu Xue made up her mind, and to prevent any accidents, she specifically asked Chu Xiong to call Qi Jun and tell them to make sure to invite Song Yi over.

Qi Jun was somewhat surprised to receive the call. He had seen the news and knew that Chu Xue and Song Yi's engagement had been called off.

Qi Jun's wife was also curious: "The marriage between the two families has been dissolved, what does the Chu family mean by this?"

Qi Jun put down the phone and thought for a moment: "I heard that the Chu family's company has been having some problems recently. Many partners are terminating their contracts with them. I guess Chu Xiong wants to use the Song family's connections."

Mrs. Qi frowned after hearing this: "The Chu family is so dishonest. Old Master Song helped them so much back then, and now that Old Master Song has passed away, they still want to bully Little Song."

"We can't help them bully Xiao Song."

Qi Jun smiled and said, "You underestimate Song Yi. He was personally trained by Old Master Song. This kid won't be easily bullied."

The Chu family's decision to abandon Song Yi can only be described as a lack of foresight.

That evening, Qi Jun called Song Yi and specifically mentioned Chu Xiong's request from earlier that day, so that Song Yi would be aware of it.

Song Yi wasn't surprised to hear Qi Jun say that. He knew very well how capable the Chu family was, but he wasn't the kind of person to be soft-hearted. The relationship between the Chu family and the Song family had ended long ago with his grandfather, and he wasn't going to tolerate them.

Song Yi checked the time; there were still 40 hours until the next time he entered the game, so attending the banquet would be no problem at all.

The Qi family's charity gala has been held for nine consecutive years. Every year, the funds raised are used effectively, and the accounts are crystal clear. His charitable work is well-known, and everyone is happy to attend.

Lu Qingyu went abroad on business, and he asked Lu Xiao to attend the Qi family's dinner party in his place.

Lu Xiao is a researcher who used to spend most of his time in the laboratory and didn't participate much in the family business. It was only in the past year, when Lu Qingyu was too busy, that he came out to attend a few banquets on her behalf. However, most people didn't recognize him.

At 8 p.m., Chu Xue and Chu Xiong arrived first, before Song Yi arrived. They were in the inner room trying to get close to the others and talk business.

Due to traffic congestion, Song Yi arrived a little late. Just as he reached the entrance, he bumped into someone, and both Song Yi and the other person were startled.

Song Yi: "Lu Xiao?"

Lu Xiao: "Song Yi?"

The two called out each other's names in unison, then both paused in surprise.

Song Yi didn't expect to see Lu Xiao here. If it had been three days ago, they probably wouldn't have recognized each other.

But the situation is different now, because one of them is ranked No. 1 on the newcomer leaderboard in the horror game, and the other is ranked No. 1 on the overall points leaderboard.

Once you enter the horror game lobby, you'll see two photos displayed on the central screen; it's hard not to recognize them.

Horror games select people from different planets and different time periods. In a single time period and on a single planet, at most 10 people out of 10 billion can be selected at the same time.

The chances of them being selected to participate in the game on the same planet and getting to know each other are even smaller.

When they met someone who had the same extraordinary experience, they felt relaxed as if they had known each other for a long time, even though it was their first meeting.

The two got into the elevator together. Lu Xiao couldn't help but look at Song Yi. He was very curious because the people chosen by horror games were usually people whose lives were coming to an end.

Lu Xiao asked first, "Are you going to die?"

Despite the impertinent nature of his words, Lu Xiao and Song Yi chatted as if it were nothing out of the ordinary.

Song Yi: "Late-stage cancer."

Lu Xiao wore an expression that seemed completely unconcerned, which piqued Song Yi's curiosity.

"how about you?"

Lu Xiao: "I accidentally blew up the lab while researching weapons."

Song Yi: ······

The two shook hands: "Nice to meet you."

The elevator reached the third floor, the doors opened, and the two stepped out. Lu Xiao said to Song Yi, "I'm from the Kunpeng team. Our team has sent you an invitation. If you're interested, you can consider it."

Although Lu Xiao knew that Song Yi was unlikely to join, he still spoke up, and Song Yi thanked him.

Both of them wanted to see Qi Jun first. As soon as they entered, Lu Xiao received a call. A friend of his was also attending the banquet but had forgotten to bring his invitation. Lu Xiao told him to go down and meet the friend, while Song Yi entered the banquet hall alone.

As soon as his figure appeared at the door, Chu Xue and her son saw him and immediately came over.

Song Yi saw the Qi army and walked towards them, but before he got close, Chu Xue blocked his way.

Chu Xue: "Song Yi, how have you been these past few days?"

This father and daughter have always prioritized their own interests. Their engagement has been dissolved, but their warm attitude suggests they need something from me.

"Yes, everything's alright. Is there something you need?"

Chu Xue ignored Song Yi's cold attitude:

“Song Yi, although our engagement has been dissolved, our two families are old friends. I don’t want our relationship to affect the friendship between our two families.”

Song Yi took a glass of wine from a passing waiter and quietly watched Chu Xue.

They didn't say that when we met last time. Now they don't want to affect the relationship between the two families. Do you think I believe them?

"so what?"

Chu Xue: "Song Yi, I know that the Song Group has never been doing well. I believe you don't want the Song Group to be ruined in your hands. I have a solution that satisfies both sides."

Chu Xue continued, "The Chu Group has three major projects worth over ten million this year, and we can give you all three of them."

Chu Xue's tone carried a sense of condescension.

Song Yi sneered inwardly, thinking, "I don't care about a penny of yours: So what do you want?"

Chu Xue was waiting for Song Yi to say those words, but she didn't mention that the Chu family was currently facing a crisis because she didn't want to put herself at a disadvantage.

“Our group has several projects that we want to move forward. These people have a good relationship with Grandpa Song. If you are willing to step forward and say a few words in their defense, it will be a win-win situation for all of us.”

Song Yi immediately understood; it seemed the Chu family was facing a significant crisis.

That makes sense, though. All the major projects his company had partnered with them on had been withdrawn. Many people only cooperated with the Chu family because of their reputation. Chu Xiong really thought it was because their business was successful. It's pitiful that they didn't even realize their own strength.

However, Song Yi wasn't going to tolerate her: "I used to think you guys were carefree, but now I realize you're even more shameless."

"You guys are idiots, and you think everyone else is like you?"

Song Yi spoke without any politeness, and Chu Xue's face immediately turned red with anger: "Who are you calling an idiot?"