Purple Clan’s team won.
The game screen froze at the moment the opposing crystal shattered, and cheers erupted instantly in the arena. Li Xiaohui was bouncing with excitement, her thrilled shouts blasting through the speakers: “We won! We won! Woohoo...”
Liu Yutong stood up, a smile spreading across her face as she applauded.
She had to admit, that kid called Little Fatty really had some impressive moves. In the final team fight, he single-handedly took down three opponents, turning a losing game around.
As soon as the match ended, Li Xiaohui rushed over like a gust of wind, exclaiming excitedly.
“Sister Yutong, did you see that? Did you see that? Our team is amazing, right? Especially that play from Little Fatty—it was incredible!”
Liu Yutong smiled and said, “I saw it. That was really well played.”
“Sister Yutong, you have to come to the finals. I’ll save the best seat for you,” Li Xiaohui said.
“Alright, I’ll be there.”
Liu Yutong glanced at the other team members and gave them another promise.
“I’ll come for the finals. If you guys win the championship, I’ll give each of you an extra big red envelope.”
“Wow! Sister Yutong, you’re way too generous!”
Li Xiaohui quickly turned around and waved at the team members, shouting, “Why aren’t you thanking our boss and benefactor?”
Several team members immediately ran over and thanked her in unison.
“Thanks, boss!”
“Thanks, boss!”
“We’re definitely winning the championship!”
The team members were overjoyed.
After all, making money in esports these days was tough. Having such a generous boss—how could they not be thrilled?
Liu Yutong waved her hand. “Alright, that’s that. Little Hui, I still have some things to take care of. I need to head to an event tonight, so I’ll go now.”
“Got it! Sister Yutong, go do your thing. Don’t worry about us.”
After leaving the venue, Liu Yutong got into her car and immediately pulled out her phone to dial Zhu Silin’s number.
“I’m done here. Is everyone here?”
“Sister Yutong, all the founding members of Cloud Mountain Society are here—Lu Hong, Gu Yebai, and the others. The dozen or so reserve members will also arrive later.”
“Good, I’m on my way now.”
At 7:00 PM, Imperial Capital Club.
This top-tier club, hidden deep in an alley, looked unremarkable from the outside—just an old-style courtyard house, without even a proper sign at the entrance.
But anyone in the Imperial Capital who knew the ropes understood that getting through this door usually meant you were eitherrich or powerful.
Liu Yutong’s car stopped at the entrance of the alley. As she stepped out, she spotted Zhu Silin waiting at the door.
The CEO of Cloud Mountain Capital and the daughter of a BS province leader immediately rushed over happily when she saw Liu Yutong.
“Sister Yutong, you’re finally here.”
Liu Yutong nodded, scanning the area briefly. “Everyone here?”
“They’re here, just waiting for you.”
As Zhu Silin led the way, she updated her on the situation. “Gu Yebai, Lu Hong, Shen Hao, Bai Shisui, Zhou Muchen—they’ve all arrived. Plus, there are thirteen reserve members on their way, all from the Imperial Capital social circles.”
“We’ve verified the reserve members’ family backgrounds and assets—they meet the requirements. Tonight’s just a formality to get them to sign the membership agreement.”
Liu Yutong paused slightly in her step. “Thirteen? That many?”
With a hint of pride, Zhu Silin said, “Sister Yutong, you have no idea how big Cloud Mountain Society’s reputation has become. Ever since we released last year’s returns, people wanting to join could line up from Dongzhimen to Xizhimen. These thirteen were handpicked—we weeded out the ones who didn’t make the cut.”
Liu Yutong didn’t say anything more and followed her through the corridor.
The moment the private room door swung open, the lively chatter inside stopped instantly, and everyone stood up in unison.
“Sister Yutong!”
“Sister Yutong is here!”
“Sister Yutong, I’ve missed you!”
“......”
The first to rush over was Bai Shisui. Dressed in a vibrant red little dress, she was like a blaze of fire as she ran up and threw her arms around Liu Yutong for a hug.
“Sister Yutong, you’re finally here. I haven’t seen you in so long—I really missed you.”
Liu Yutong gave her a thorough once-over and relaxed a little seeing her in good spirits.
“How’s the group doing?”
Bai Shisui’s expression turned more serious. “Everything’s going smoothly for now. My uncle has been sent back to China to deal with things. My mom is still giving me the cold shoulder, but I understand she needs time. As for that business association group, they’re all keeping their heads down now—no one dares to pull any more tricks.”
Liu Yutong nodded. “That’s good. Remember, you’re the head of the Bai family now. When you need to be tough, don’t hesitate. If you’re ever unsure about anything, come to me anytime.”
Bai Shisui nodded firmly. “Sister Yutong, I remember. Oh, by the way, I practiced my dad’s old char siu bao recipe for a long time at home and finally got it right. I’ll make some for you to try another day.”
Liu Yutong paused slightly, then smiled. “Okay.”
After a quick chat with Bai Shisui, Gu Yebai, Lu Hong, Zhou Muchen, and Shen Hao—the other second-generation heirs—came over in turn to say hello.
With that, all seven founding members of Cloud Mountain Society were present.
Apart from Liu Yutong, every one of them was either a child of privilege from top political families or a chairman of a billion-dollar conglomerate. Any one of them could command respect and influence outside.
But now, they all gathered around Liu Yutong like stars around the moon, calling her “Sister” in unison.
There was no way around it—she had earned it.
In just one year since its founding, Cloud Mountain Society had managed assets exceeding sixty billion.
What did that mean?
These people had been born into privilege, but compared to Liu Yutong, they all felt like younger siblings.
Her ability to generate wealth went without saying, but her poise and vision alone were enough to win their absolute respect.
Even though Liu Yutong was younger than them, they willingly called her “Sister.”
As soon as Liu Yutong sat down on the sofa, Zhu Silin handed over a list.
“Sister Yutong, this is the list of reserve members coming tonight. There are thirteen in total, with detailed background information included.”
Liu Yutong took the list and skimmed through it quickly.
All thirteen were children of Imperial Capital’s prominent families—surnames like Wang, Li, Zhao, and Sun. Their family backgrounds were solid, and the capital they could bring in exceeded one billion each, meeting Cloud Mountain Society’s entry threshold.
But when she reached the last name on the list, her finger paused slightly.
Zhou Zhao.
Liu Yutong looked up at Zhu Silin. “Is this person from the Zhou family?”
Zhu Silin nodded. “Yes, he’s from the Zhou family’s main branch. He’s Zhou Heng’s cousin.”
She clearly knew about the friction between Zhou Heng and Liu Yutong.
“Did you verify the assets?” Liu Yutong asked again.
“Verified—1.2 billion, all in cash, with a clean source.”
Liu Yutong set the list down, deep in thought.
Someone from the Zhou family trying to join Cloud Mountain Society?
Interesting.
A few days ago, Zhou Yun caused a scene at the Jiang family’s birthday banquet, leaving the Zhou family utterly humiliated. Old Master Zhou slapped Zhou Yun on the spot and led his family away in disgrace.
Logically, the Zhou family should despise her now.
Yet now the Zhou family actually wants to join the Yunshan Society.
Either this person knows when to adapt, hoping to mend relations through this opportunity,
or they still refuse to give up and are planning something.
Liu Yutong’s lips curled into a faint smile, a smile so subtle that Zhu Silin, standing nearby, inexplicably felt a chill down his spine.
“Sister Yutong, should I weed him out?” Zhu Silin said.
He had heard about what happened with Zhou Yun and Zhou Heng, but the list had already been set before that. Unsure of Liu Yutong’s thoughts, he had kept it unchanged.
Upon hearing this, Liu Yutong shook her head. “No need. Let’s see what they’re really up to.”
