strictlysupreme Chapter 224 They Want to Turn the World Upside Down
Chapter 224 They Want to Turn the World Upside Down
Jin Pei is Jin Huai's younger brother, so how could he not know what he was thinking? He looked around and, seeing that no one was around, pulled Jin Huai aside.
Jin Huai's handsome face was already showing impatience. He broke free from Jin Pei's hand and looked at him with great dissatisfaction.
"Jin Pei, what exactly are you trying to say?"
"Brother, can you please be a little more sensible? She's our ancestor!" Jin Pei said anxiously, supporting Jin Huai's arm.
Jin Huai's eyes flickered slightly, but he still refused to admit it.
"I do not know what you're talking about."
Jin Pei was not in a hurry and calmly explained the advantages and disadvantages.
"Brother, if you're not moved, that's fine, but why did you fall for such an unattainable person? Not to mention she has Su Yuchen, even if she didn't, our ancestor isn't someone we can even think about!"
Jin Pei's words seemed to strike a chord with Jin Huai, and his expression darkened.
"Why can he do it but I can't? To our ancestors, we were just ordinary people!"
Jin Pei never expected that her usually calm and collected brother would say such things.
"Brother, do you know what you're saying?" Jin Pei asked in a low voice.
Jin Huai didn't take it to heart, his eyes filled with resentment.
“Jin Pei, feelings cannot be separated by status and position. From the first moment I saw her, I knew she was the one I had been waiting for all my life. And didn’t you see? When she needed care and help, where was Su Yuchen? She only had me by her side!”
Jin Pei had never thought that anyone could be so unreasonable.
"Brother, our ancestor and Su Yuchen are already married!"
"So what? If the ancestor finds a more suitable candidate, divorce will be a quick matter."
Jin Pei's pupils shrank sharply; he looked at the person in front of him and felt that he was a complete stranger.
"Brother, you..."
"Jin Pei, that's enough. Even if I end up with nothing, I won't regret it. You don't need to persuade me anymore; it's a waste of your breath." Jin Huai walked past Jin Pei, leaving Jin Pei standing there dumbfounded.
Jin Pei regained his senses, turned around to look at Jin Huai's back, his eyes filled with worry.
Brother, how could we possibly blaspheme our ancestor, a figure of divine power? If we were to truly offend her, our entire Fifth Pavilion would likely be implicated, and the consequences would be far beyond what the two of us could bear.
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After Gu Chen and his group left W International, they received absolutely VIP treatment, with hundreds of people escorting them to the Honghao Hotel.
The appearance of any random member of an ancient martial arts family can cause a sensation, let alone the fact that the entire family has come out now—that's an absolutely rare sight.
Passersby looked on in bewilderment at the large procession.
"Who are these people? How can they have such a presence?"
"I don't know, but I imagine it's something the country attaches great importance to."
While ordinary people have differing opinions, the wealthy and powerful families in the capital have already received inside information.
The ancient martial arts family has arrived!
In their hearts, they have long regarded the ancient martial arts families as sacred.
Everyone started to have their own ideas, all wanting to make connections with the ancient martial arts families. If they succeeded, not only would they become a first-class family, but they would be able to do whatever they wanted throughout the entire country!
In previous years, only the four great families were qualified to host the ancient martial arts families. This year was no exception. After receiving the consent of the ancient martial arts families, the four great families had to put aside their own affairs and devote themselves to preparing for the welcoming banquet for the ancient martial arts families.
Invitations were sent to all the families, and all those with any standing received invitations from the four great families.
Yun Yao was the same.
She stared at the crimson silk invitation on the table, her expression inscrutable.
Luo Hong received Yun Yao's call immediately. Hearing the displeased tone on the other end, Luo Hong trembled.
"Luo Hong, why haven't Gu Chen and his gang gone back yet? That's one thing, but now they've put on this ridiculous welcome banquet. They've even sent the invitation to me. Are they trying to cause trouble?"
Luo Hong broke out in a cold sweat and said cautiously, "Ancestor, I forgot to tell you last time that this is a tradition. Whenever a member of an ancient martial arts family appears in the world, representatives from various regions will hold a welcoming banquet to express their respect. We also take this opportunity to select some promising disciples from the banquet and take them under our wing."
Yun Yao: “…”
"Bye."
What a bizarre tradition! Who do they think they are, emperors?
Just as Yun Yao was about to throw the invitation into the trash can, she bumped into Jin Huai who was coming in.
"Ancestor, you mustn't!"
Yun Yao paused, looking at him with some confusion.
"Why?"
Without hesitation, Jin Huai said, "Since the four great families have sent us invitations, they must have come prepared. If the ancient martial arts families can become our allies, we will achieve twice the result with half the effort in bringing down the four great families. On the contrary, we will offend the ancient martial arts families, just as they wish, won't we?"
Yun Yao forgot that Jin Huai didn't know that the people who broke into W International that day were from the ancient martial arts family they spoke of as high and mighty, and that Luo Hong's identity was also unknown to the people of Wuxiangxuan.
"In that case, you go and make the arrangements." Yun Yao tossed the invitation to Jin Huai.
……
Unlike previous banquets, this welcoming banquet held at Honghao was both solemn and dignified, with all attendees dressed in formal attire.
When Yun Yao arrived, there were already quite a few people in the hall. She took Jin Huai's arm and slowly entered, instantly attracting everyone's attention.
Although Jin Huai is not as stunning as Su Yuchen, he is still a rare handsome man with delicate features, a perfect figure, and a gentle and refined air about him.
Seeing this, everyone on the field understood without saying a word.
It turns out what was said online was true: Yun Yao had fallen in love with someone else, and that person was her new vice president.
When Gu Huixin saw Yun Yao enter the hall, her delicate face suddenly turned ferocious. She waved to the person beside her and whispered something to him.
Gu Huixin was sitting right in the middle, making it hard for Yun Yao not to notice her.
Jin Huai also noticed Gu Huixin's ill intentions and gently patted Yun Yao's arm.
"Grandfather, you must be careful later."
Yun Yao didn't speak, her expression darkening slightly as she subtly withdrew her hand from his arm.
If Jin Huai hadn't volunteered, Yun Yao wouldn't have let him be her male companion; with so many people watching, it wouldn't be good to embarrass him.
"Jin Huai, watch your words and actions."
Jin Huai suddenly felt empty beside him, and when he looked up again, Yun Yao had already blended into the lively conversation of the others.
"Isn't this Vice President Jin? You and Chairman Yun are always together, how come you can't bear to part with each other now that you've just separated? Come, come, let's talk about that deal we discussed last time." The group pulled Jin Huai aside.
Once Yun Yao was out of Jin Huai's sight, Jin Huai felt extremely uneasy. He ignored the words of the people in front of him, his mind preoccupied with the lonely Yun Yao.
Nearly half of those present had some degree of conflict of interest with W International. Their amiable demeanor towards the patriarch was merely a facade; who knows what malicious schemes they might be harboring deep down.
Our ancestors are in great danger now.