Chapter 20

As Huang Yunchong's voice faded,

an old servant stepped forward, holding a jade box with both hands and presented it:

"Sir and Madam, the box contains a pair of Nine-Leaf King Ginseng, a gift from our master to the Su Yi couple. Please accept it on their behalf."

Nine-Leaf King Ginseng!

The crowd in the hall could no longer remain calm.

Many prominent figures were taken aback, their expressions changing.

This was a genuine "spiritual medicine," rare and precious, with an astonishing value, something that couldn't be bought in the ordinary market!

A grand gesture, truly a grand gesture!

Who would have thought that the respected head of the Huang family would personally present such a grand gift to the Wen Changtai family, the least favored branch of the Wen clan, during the birthday celebration?

Even Wen Changjing and Wen Changqing were somewhat surprised and uncertain, unable to fathom Huang Yunchong's intentions.

Wen Changtai and Qin Qing could no longer sit still, rising hastily, feeling honored and flustered.

"Many... many thanks..."

Wen Changtai hurriedly clasped his hands, his voice stuttering. He was a straightforward and honest person, unaccustomed to such a grand scene.

Huang Yunchong smiled and said, "Brother, you have a good daughter and a good son-in-law!"

The words "son-in-law" were emphasized, carrying a subtle emotion.

Wen Changtai felt greatly comforted, his face beaming with joy.

Being praised by the head of the Huang family brought him great honor.

"Are you saying this pair of Nine-Leaf King Ginseng is for Lingzhao?"

At that moment, Qin Qing, seemingly unable to believe it, couldn't help but ask for confirmation.

Huang Yunchong glanced at the old servant beside him, who quickly explained, "Madam, this gift is for both your daughter and son-in-law."

Qin Qing immediately beamed with joy. For her, whether it was for her daughter or son-in-law, it made no difference!

What made her even more elated was that their table, which had been completely ignored and cold, was now the center of attention thanks to Huang Yunchong's arrival and the special gift he brought!

This feeling was undoubtedly exhilarating!

"Lingzhao, that girl, is really becoming more and more accomplished. Even though she didn't return, she has certainly brought glory to her old mother!" Qin Qing thought happily.

Huang Yunchong didn't say more, as his words were already clear enough. Whether the Wen Changtai couple understood was their business.

Thinking about finally delivering this gift, which was originally intended as an apology to Su Yi, Huang Yunchong felt a great sense of relief.

"Su Yi might not care about this gift, but he will surely feel the sincerity of our Huang family's apology. That should be enough..." Huang Yunchong thought to himself.

"Huang brother, please take a seat."

Wen Changjing smiled and walked over, inviting Huang Yunchong again.

This time, Huang Yunchong didn't decline. However, before sitting down, he said to Huang Ganjun beside him, "You go sit outside."

Huang Ganjun was taken aback but quickly understood, hurriedly turning and leaving the clan hall.

He didn't look around, but instead went straight to Su Yi's table, speaking softly and awkwardly, "Su..."

Su Yi glanced at the young man who used to be arrogant and domineering but now appeared submissive before him, and casually said,

"Today you are a guest, and I am not the host here. You can sit wherever you like."

Huang Ganjun, feeling a great sense of relief, quickly and cautiously took a seat.

Wen Lingxue frowned, feeling puzzled. She sensed that today's Huang Ganjun was different, acting like a thief, extremely obedient and honest.

Was this still the arrogant and ruthless young master?

Others nearby also felt a bit disoriented, looking at each other in confusion. What was going on today?

Even the young generation of the Wen family, like Wen Shaobei, noticed something was off, their expressions filled with doubt.

Su Yi, the unimportant son-in-law, was drinking on his own, while Huang Ganjun, the famous young master of Guangling City, sat obediently and honestly.

This scene was particularly eye-catching.

But no one explained it to them.

Su Yi wouldn't say anything.

Huang Ganjun certainly wouldn't expose his own shame.

For a moment, the atmosphere in the area became slightly strange.

Not long after, another announcement echoed from afar:

"The head of the Li family, Li Tianhan, has come to celebrate the birthday!"

Boom!

The entire hall was in an uproar, and many people couldn't sit still.

The Li family was the first clan in Guangling City, and the current head, Li Tianhan, had extensive connections and formidable influence, interacting with many powerful families in Yunhe County.

However, everyone in Guangling City knew that the Li family and the Wen family had a poor relationship!

Especially in recent years, as the Wen family's influence declined, the Li family had been eyeing their businesses, attempting to吞并 them multiple times.

It could be said that the relationship between the two families was already extremely tense, not to the point of open hostility, but certainly mutual distrust.

Now, the head of the Li family, Li Tianhan, had appeared at the old lady's birthday banquet of the Wen family!

Was he here to celebrate the birthday?

Or did he have other intentions?

As everyone was in shock, a middle-aged man in a dark blue robe, with a tall and slender figure, walked over from afar.

His eyes were like cold lightning, and he moved with the grace of a dragon and the strength of a tiger, exuding an invisible and overwhelming presence. No one dared to speak as he passed, remaining silent like cicadas in winter.

This man was Li Tianhan!

A renowned hero of Guangling City.

Behind him followed a young man in a splendid robe, with a handsome face, a sword sheath at his waist, and a resemblance to Li Tianhan.

Li Moyun!

The eldest son of Li Tianhan, a disciple of the Inner Gate "East Courtyard" of the Qinghe Sword Mansion, and a standout figure among the young generation of Guangling City.

"When did this guy come back?"

Wen Shaobei and the other young members of the Wen family were taken aback.

To the young generation of Guangling City, Li Moyun was like a mountain, overshadowing all his peers, standing out as the best!

Compared to Li Moyun, Wen Jueyuan, the son of Wen Changjing, was also outstanding, but in terms of reputation, he was slightly inferior.

"Li brother, I am honored by your presence. I apologize for not welcoming you earlier."

Wen Changjing, who had been alerted, came out to greet him, but his expression was cold, unlike the warmth he showed to Huang Yunchong.

"Today is the old lady's birthday, and the Wen family has many distinguished guests. How could I be absent? By the way, I came uninvited. I hope you won't hold it against me, Wen brother."

Li Tianhan spoke calmly.

Wen Changjing, with a blank expression, replied, "How dare I? Any guest is welcome. Please enter the hall and let's talk."

Li Tianhan nodded.

At this moment, Li Moyun suddenly spoke, "Father, please wait a moment."

He then walked over to Su Yi's table, under the watchful eyes of everyone, and said, "Brother Su, it's been a long time."

He looked down at Su Yi, his eyes filled with amusement.

"Is there something you need?"

Su Yi didn't bother to stand up, asking casually.

In the past at the Qinghe Sword Mansion, he was the head of the Outer Gate, while Li Moyun was a disciple of the Inner Gate "East Courtyard." In terms of status, cultivation, and position, Li Moyun was always a step above him.

However, they didn't have much interaction back then.

Li Moyun stared at Su Yi for a moment, then said seriously, "I just want to tell you that a person like you doesn't deserve Miss Lingzhao!"

With that, he turned and returned to his father, Li Tianhan, and they both headed into the clan hall.

From start to finish, he didn't look at Su Yi again.

His indifferent, proud, and disdainful attitude was evident in every detail.

The expressions of those nearby became strange.

Today, Su Yi had truly been the center of attention!

First, the head of the Huang family, Huang Yunchong, greeted him personally.

Now, the young leader Li Moyun had also approached him, bluntly saying that Su Yi didn't deserve Wen Lingzhao!

Both events had drawn a lot of attention.

Of course, this kind of attention was highly controversial.

Su Yi, however, didn't care.

Originally, he had no intention of attending this birthday banquet. If not for wanting to meet the old lady of the Wen family and ask about the past, he would have left long ago.

"That guy is really too despicable!"

Wen Lingxue said angrily.

"He probably has the same intentions as Wei Zhengyang towards your sister."

Su Yi said calmly.

"Su... Su brother, you are truly insightful!"

Huang Ganjun, who had been sitting obediently, spoke cautiously, "From what I know, Li Moyun has been infatuated with Miss Lingzhao for many years and has repeatedly stated that he will not marry anyone but her..."

He glanced at Su Yi's expression, seeing that he wasn't angry, and continued, "But how can he compare to Su brother? For saying that, he deserves a good beating!"

Su Yi looked at him with a half-smile, "Are you trying to incite me to deal with that guy?"

Huang Ganjun stiffened, breaking out in a cold sweat, and quickly waved his hands, "Su brother, don't misunderstand. I just think what he said was too malicious, and it made me angry too!"

After experiencing Su Yi's skills at Juxian Tower yesterday, he was both respectful and afraid of Su Yi, like a mouse before a cat, and wouldn't dare to have any other thoughts.

Su Yi didn't say anything, but he felt a bit strange.

Both Wei Zhengyang and Li Moyun were infatuated with Wen Lingzhao, which undoubtedly highlighted her extraordinary charm.

However, it also made Su Yi sense some hidden risks. If one of these guys were to cuckold him, he couldn't bear it.

Even a nominal marriage was still a marriage!

Su Yi didn't want to carry the bad reputation of a cuckold in this life!

"I should find an opportunity to completely sever the marital relationship with Wen Lingzhao, so I don't have to worry about such situations anymore..."

Su Yi thought, "Before that, I must find a way to discourage Wei Zhengyang and Li Moyun. If that doesn't work, I'll have to eliminate them!"

Meanwhile, inside the clan hall.

After presenting the birthday gift, Li Tianhan scanned the room and finally focused on Wen Changjing, saying, "I came here not only to celebrate the birthday but also for two other matters."

Upon hearing this, the nobles in the hall all showed expressions of understanding, as if they had already guessed that Li Tianhan had other intentions.

Wen Changjing's heart sank, his eyes narrowing, "Li brother, can't these matters wait until after the banquet? Besides, many more distinguished guests will arrive soon, and I don't have much time to discuss things with you."

Li Tianhan laughed, "Distinguished guests? Given the current state of the Wen family, do you really think the city lord will come in person? I know that Wen Changqing has visited the city lord's residence multiple times recently, but he was always turned away!"

His words carried a hint of disdain and mockery.

The atmosphere in the hall became extremely silent and oppressive.

Even the most oblivious could see that Li Tianhan's intentions were not good!