During this time, almost everyone in Lingjin City believed that a top-tier powerhouse had arrived in the ancient capital. Some even speculated that this figure was actually a native of Lingjin City. It was because of their dislike and hatred for the Martial Association that they had launched a massacre against it, preventing the organization from gaining a foothold in the city. This speculation wasn't far-fetched; in fact, it was quite reasonable.

Additionally, the Qin Corporation had repeatedly emerged safely from perilous situations, which clearly indicated the backing of a powerful figure. As a result, local news outlets began promoting the idea that Lingjin City, as an ancient capital, was truly a land of exceptional people, home to so many top-tier powerhouses.

However, what no one could have imagined, no matter how hard they racked their brains, was that the person responsible for this massive commotion was one and the same: Chen Yang, the man who had married into the Qin Family.

How could anyone believe it? Once this news got out, what kind of earth-shattering waves would it create?

"Please, take a seat," Chen Yang said to Li Zhendong before smiling at Jin Zongquan and the others. "Everyone, please sit. We'll all have lunch together."

"Of course, of course. Lord Chen, please attend to your business."

"It is my great honor to have a meal with Lord Chen."

After some pleasantries, they all departed for the VIP section. In the following twenty minutes, several more groups arrived bearing lavish gifts to offer their congratulations. By now, all eight of Lingjin City's great families and its four super clans were present without exception.

Someone did a quick calculation: the Qin Corporation had received nearly seventeen billion in cash alone. If the gold and jade ornaments, antiques, and paintings were included, the total value might exceed twenty billion. Even after subtracting the fifteen billion from the five magnates, that still left five billion.

Tsk, tsk...

For the ordinary onlookers, this was an astronomical figure, simply unimaginable.

"Brother-in-law!"

Qin Mo's delicate face was crimson as her large eyes stared intently at Chen Yang. She walked over and hugged him tightly. "Brother-in-law, thank you for saving me! Thank you!"

"I was so immature before. I mocked you, framed you, insulted you, and even tried to drive you out. But you never held it against me and even found someone to save me," she sobbed, hugging him tightly. "Brother-in-law, I was awful. I wasn't even acting human."

"What are you talking about?" Chen Yang gently patted her back with a faint smile. "Everyone goes through a rebellious phase. Let bygones be bygones."

But Qin Mo's crying only intensified. Suddenly remembering something, she looked at him and asked, "The duet I sang with SiSi and signing with X Film Entertainment... you arranged all that for me, didn't you?"

"Since you want to be a singer, I'll naturally help you where I can," Chen Yang said, wiping a tear from the corner of her eye and teasing with a smile. "You're a celebrity with millions of fans now. What's with all this crying?"

"I... I can't help it!"

Qin Mo kept sniffling, but instead of stopping, her tears flowed freely, and she burst into loud sobs. In the past, she couldn't help but feel envious whenever she saw other girls' brothers-in-law gifting them new phones or wads of cash. It was precisely because of this that she had hated Chen Yang. But now, it was clear that her brother-in-law was the best in the world—and the most capable.

After quite a while, Qin Mo finally calmed down.

"Qiu, now that all the guests have arrived, it's time we went on stage to say a few words," Chen Yang said to Qin Qiu with a smile.

Qin Qiu didn't move, her eyes fixed on him. Finally, she took two steps forward and leaned warmly into his embrace, whispering against his shoulder, "When I was young, I had a dream that my husband would be a great hero, admired by all. I never thought that wish would actually come true."

She tightened her arms around him and spoke softly, "Thank you for being in my life! And thank you for silently shielding me from the storms all this time."

You're not just a great hero to this country, but you're my hero, Qin Qiu's hero, too. Having you by my side for the journey ahead is a blessing I must have earned in a past life, and I will cherish it dearly.

A woman's tranquility is like a flower reflected in water; her movements are like a willow caressed by the wind.

Chen Yang wrapped his arms around her in return, gently stroking her hair as he whispered, "Thank you for being in my life."

In that short sentence, he conveyed all his feelings for her. I love you. Therefore, I'm willing to give you everything. Never mind shielding you from wind and rain. For you, I would make an enemy of the world and bear eternal infamy without a second thought.

CLAP. CLAP.

Scattered applause suddenly rang out. A moment later, it swelled into a thunderous roar that filled the entire venue.

Even when he was humiliated at home, even when the entire city called him a loser, he stood firm. His love was deep and complete, working silently in the background to shield the woman he cherished from all harm. Such a deeply affectionate man was truly admirable.

Qin Qiu felt a little shy, but she couldn't hide the joy and tenderness in her expression. That things had reached this point was, in truth, destined from the very beginning. While she had indeed spoken harshly to Chen Yang and even felt disgusted by him, she could have easily divorced him and thrown him out of the Qin Family if she had truly set her mind to it. But in the end, she had hesitated. Whether out of a sense of duty, kindness, or some other reason, she couldn't bring herself to be ruthless.

What followed was love that blossomed with time. As she gradually came to understand him, that affection bloomed naturally. It proved the old saying true: that those meant for each other will always find a way.

Leaning on Chen Yang's shoulder, Qin Qiu's eyes welled with tears.

"Qiu, let's go up together. We shouldn't keep everyone waiting," Chen Yang said with a smile.

"Okay!"

Qin Qiu wiped the tears from her face and took the initiative to take Chen Yang's hand, holding it tightly. A smile touched her lips as she walked toward the stage. At that moment, the thunderous applause reached its peak.

Walking amid the applause, Chen Yang and Qin Qiu stood on the stage. The audience members took their seats.

Taking the microphone from a staff member, Qin Qiu smiled. "First of all, thank you all for taking time out of your busy schedules to attend the Qin Corporation's ceremony. From the bottom of my heart, I thank you."

She gave a deep bow and continued, "Navigating the seas of business is difficult, but the journey of life is even harder. I am very fortunate to have met all of you here. I am even more fortunate to have a good husband, one who loves me and works silently behind the scenes, clearing every obstacle from my path!

"It is because of him that I, Qin Qiu, and the Qin Corporation—a small raft on a vast ocean—did not capsize amid the towering waves and have made it here today! I, Qin Qiu, am the happiest person in the world."

Tears once again streamed down her cheeks.

"Ms. Qin, when are you and Lord Chen holding your wedding? I'd like to be there for a celebratory drink!"

"Yes, yes! We hope Ms. Qin and Lord Chen have a child soon."

***

「Renxin Hospital, Lingjin City.」

Inside Qin Gang's hospital room, an old man stood with his hands behind his back before the bed. Though slightly older than Qin Gang, he looked a decade younger. His sharp, hawk-like eyes were fixed coldly on Qin Gang.

"Big Brother, I will never go back to Qiyun Road with you, and neither will Qin Qiu and Chen Yang!" Qin Gang's face was pale, and he didn't even dare to meet the old man's gaze. Since childhood, Qin Gang had felt a psychological fear of his older brother.

"Second Brother, do you really think I'm here to negotiate with you?" the elder, Qin Zhuo, said indifferently. "And don't count on Chen Yang. A mere Sixth Grade Military General is nothing in the eyes of our Qin Royal Family!"

"..."

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