Downstairs, on the third floor, was an exceptionally luxurious banquet hall.

It was seven in the evening, and the banquet had already begun.

The Li Family had operated in the Imperial Capital for many years, with deep roots and flourishing branches, and was considered a powerful family.

As a result, almost everyone invited by the Li Family had arrived.

Even if an important figure couldn't personally attend, a younger member of the family would be sent to participate.

Upon entering the banquet hall, it was already bustling with people and very lively.

When this group of elders saw that the hall was filled with young people, they glanced at each other and then told their juniors beside them:

"You all go have fun! We old folks won't interfere with your enjoyment. Besides, it's too noisy here, so we'll head to the lounge to chat instead."

Hearing their elders' words, everyone chuckled.

This kind of occasion was indeed not very suitable for the elderly.

So, they didn't say much and instead escorted their elders back to the lounge.

"You two should also go have fun! Remember to mingle and build relationships with others."

Mr. Zhou looked at Zhou Hanyun and Yang Yan, and said eagerly.

Zhou Hanyun and Yang Yan both nodded with smiles, then turned and walked outside.

"Sigh! What do you think the old man means when he keeps asking us to build relationships with the juniors of other families?"

Yang Yan asked Zhou Hanyun with a bitter smile.

"What else could it mean! Old folks, you know, they feel they've aged and hope we youngsters can connect like they did!"

Zhou Hanyun said matter-of-factly.

However, there was always a lingering gloom in her eyes.

Yang Yan chuckled bitterly:

"Uh...it's not that easy! Their bonds were forged on the battlefield. Those who carried guns together formed ironclad bonds."

"For us youngsters, unless we've played together since childhood, who would feel anything? Depending on one gathering, I think it's very difficult."

"Doesn't matter." Zhou Hanyun shrugged and said, "As long as Grandpa is happy!"

"As long as you're happy, it doesn't matter much to me. But if I encounter another idiot like Xu Jie, I won't show any mercy."

Yang Yan clasped his hands behind his head and said solemnly.

"What did he do? Isn't he just a bit materialistic? I think that's forgivable. In this materialistic world, there are plenty like him; it's nothing unusual."

Zhou Hanyun said with a smile.

"Pfft! He can be materialistic all he wants; that's none of my business, but if he dares to flirt with my woman, that's something neither uncle nor aunt can tolerate."

Yang Yan put on a fierce look and said through gritted teeth.

"Haha! You're something else; he was just talking. Did you really take him seriously? Besides, who said I'm your woman!"

After saying that, Zhou Hanyun ran off immediately.

"Hey! Stop, don't run. Clarify this; even Master Zhou doesn't oppose us, so why be shy."

"What is it? You're not willing? It's hard to find a man as outstanding as me. Zhou Hanyun, I told you to stop!"

Yang Yan stomped his foot hard, looking at Zhou Hanyun's disappearing figure, and hurriedly chased after her.

Returning to the banquet, Yang Yan caught up to Zhou Hanyun, still wanting to question her about denying being his woman.

"Stop fooling around. There are so many people here; let's talk about this at home."

Zhou Hanyun, unwilling to continue this nonsense in public, hurriedly said with a flushed face.

"What's the difference where we talk? We don't know these people here. Once the old man says to leave, we'll leave."

Yang Yan said.

"You're something else; what did Grandpa tell you! Do you want to brush him off? Aren't you afraid he'll drag you into another dozen chess games?"

Zhou Hanyun looked at Yang Yan teasingly, somewhat gloating.

Upon hearing Zhou Hanyun's words, Yang Yan's brow twitched as well.

Compared to playing chess with Master Zhou, he preferred staying here.

At least here, if he didn't actively seek people out for small talk, others wouldn't bother him.

Just as Yang Yan was about to say something else, the lights in the center of the hall suddenly changed.

"Tsk tsk! The main character is about to arrive today. Let's hope he's smart and doesn't cause trouble, otherwise, I won't be polite."

Yang Yan watched the person slowly approaching from a distance and said with a cold smile.

Zhou Hanyun also saw Li Zheng coming out.

Honestly, she was still somewhat afraid to see Li Zheng.

After all, whenever she saw this guy, she remembered those unhappy past events.

"Thank you all for coming today to witness my engagement ceremony."

Li Zheng said with a smile, then bowed slightly to the audience.

"Oh? An engagement ceremony? Is today's banquet really Master Li's engagement ceremony? How come we didn't hear about it?"

Someone in the audience deliberately asked loudly.

"Not notifying everyone in advance was my mistake. However, I also wanted to give everyone a surprise."

Li Zheng said with a smile.

"Master Li, you really gave us a big surprise! Now the Diamond Li the Fifth of the Imperial Capital is about to bid farewell to being single."

Someone in the audience joked.

It was apparent that this person had a good relationship with Li Zheng.

Otherwise, even with good intentions, others wouldn't dare or wouldn't talk to him like this.

"Haha! Mr. Wang, what are you talking about? Even if I get married, Mr. Wang can still come to play with me! Just refrain from going to any unruly places then."

Li Zheng said to the man joking with him.

"Alright, stop joking around. We still don't know who today's other main character is, do we? Master Li, stop keeping us in suspense and introduce her now, won't you?"

Someone shouted loudly.

Everyone else chimed in, urging Li Zheng to quickly introduce his fiancée to everyone.

"Haha! Introducing her is a must. But please allow me to build some suspense first. Before introducing my fiancée, let's formally introduce some of the other main characters here today!"

Li Zheng said with a smile.

Hearing Li Zheng's words piqued the audience's interest even more.

While they were all still watching Li Zheng intently, an elder fully dressed in a military uniform came up behind him, with medals adorning his chest.

When the audience saw the elder approaching, they were all taken aback.

"Am I seeing things, or did that person actually come in person?"

Someone asked incredulously, looking at his friend beside him.

"No mistake, it's him! It seems Li Zheng is unquestionably the next heir of the Li Family!"

His friend beside him said, equally astonished.

"Grandfather, thank you for making this trip."

Li Zheng spoke respectfully to the elder.

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