She is the owner?

"That's great." Leaning in to speak softly next to his ear since she could easily reach him as he was sitting beside her, she asked.

"Where is your girlfriend, did she come?"

Instantly, Zhang Renshu leaned away from her to flash her a warning gaze.

Sighing to herself Zhang Liling leaned away from him while explaining herself.

"Dad you see, I need more people with influence that would help promote my brand."

In simplicity, she was telling him that the reason she was asking about his secret partner was because she was aware that he wouldn't fall for a woman without influence.

So the reason she wanted him to invite her to her brand's launch party was because having a good relationship with the woman would also help to boost her brand even though she really didn't need her.

Imagine as the side chic, you learn that your partner's daughter welcomes you with open arms, without any prejudice, you would easily succumb to her wants.