Bai Cheng'an grew up with these seemingly glitzy but dissolute scions, and even though he rarely kept in touch after going abroad, their similar family backgrounds meant they all ran in the same social circles. Despite being overseas for twelve years, he'd never really cut ties with this group, and every year, astonishing tales about them would reach his ears.
However, when these guys were out causing trouble and chasing skirts with their family's wealth and power, he was already embarking on his grand visions, carving out his own empire.
When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Even with his current background and wealth, he didn't need the support of a bunch of idle rich kids, but there was also no reason to be aloof and act like an outcast.
"Yo, Bai, we've been dying to see you! We've been waiting so long we almost turned into a statue!" one slick-talking young master approached Bai Cheng'an and started spouting nonsense.
