Xiaoya was also surprised that Lin Yang would give her such an expensive gift so readily. She looked at Lin Yang with gratitude, not knowing what to say.

Lin Yang smiled faintly: "It was just a coincidence that I didn't spend any money; I just happened to run into it and got lucky."

"The reason this fan came into my hands is because I wanted to give it to you as a birthday gift. In the end, it is because you and this fan are destined to meet."

The old man was even more delighted to hear Lin Yang's words.

"Regardless, this gift from Doctor Lin is my favorite at this birthday banquet."

The old man smiled at Lin Yang, holding the fan with obvious delight.

Jiang Shao, standing to the side, ground his teeth together, staring at Lin Yang with a dark and gloomy gaze, clearly filled with hatred.

Mr. Jiang's expression was not very good either. He had carefully selected and bought the cane at a high price, not to benefit someone else!

Mr. Jiang glared at his son without saying a word.

If this kid hadn't wanted to show off, they wouldn't be in this embarrassing situation now.

Jiang Shao was glared at by his own father, which made him hate Lin Yang even more.

The banquet officially began.

Afei walked up to Lin Yang with a wine glass in hand and spoke with a smile.

"And you're the boss? Ha! I've had my eye on that kid for a long time. He doesn't even know his own limitations before daring to cause trouble for you, boss."

Ah Fei spoke sarcastically.

Lin Yang smiled faintly: "Alright, let's not talk about him anymore. It's rare for us to run into each other. I've been busy with all sorts of things and haven't had time to ask you out for a drink."

"We're actually benefiting from the old man's influence this time."

Lin Yang raised his glass as he spoke, showing no regard for Young Master Jiang.

Major General Jiang witnessed this scene firsthand, his knuckles turning white as he gripped the wine glass, his teeth clenched in fury.

Lin Yang noticed Jiang Shao's gaze but didn't pay it any mind, leisurely drinking his wine.

Afei was standing right opposite Lin Yang and clearly saw Jiang Shao glaring at his boss.

"Boss, do you know why Young Master Jiang is targeting you?"

He leaned close to Lin Yang's ear with a gossipy look on his face.

Lin Yang raised an eyebrow.

"Why?"

Afei gave a gossipy smile.

"This young master Jiang's real name is Jiang An. He and your Xiaoya are childhood sweethearts."

"At first, Mr. Jiang even wanted to arrange a marriage between this young master Jiang and Xiaoya when they were children."

"However, the old man did not agree, saying it was up to Xiaoya herself."

"Later, Jiang An went abroad, supposedly because his grades weren't very good and he went there to get a degree."

Afei curled his lip with disdain. Although he was also a returnee from overseas and a semi-spoiled brat, his academic performance had always been excellent since childhood, so he naturally couldn't look down on someone like Jiang An, whose status as a returnee was built on money.

After listening, Lin Yang finally understood why Jiang An targeted him as soon as they met; it turned out that he regarded him as a hypothetical enemy.

"Lin Yang."

A graceful figure walked slowly towards them.

Xiaoya looked at Lin Yang somewhat embarrassed.

"What happened just now."

Lin Yang knew what Xiao Ya wanted to say.

"No need to apologize. It's his problem if he comes looking for trouble; it has nothing to do with you."

Although that's what she said, Xiaoya was still a little embarrassed.

She knew why Jiang An was targeting Lin Yang, even though she and Lin Yang...

Xiaoya lowered her head in disappointment.

"Kid, don't get cocky."

Seeing that Xiaoya went to find Lin Yang again, Jiang An became angry again. He originally didn't want to pay attention to Lin Yang anymore, but the kid was too tactless.

He already has a wife, but he still has an ambiguous relationship with Xiaoya.

"You were just lucky that time."

Jiang An glared at Lin Yang.

"Do you dare to have a match with me?"

"If you lose, you must call me 'Dad' in public! And never go near Xiaoya again."

"If I lose, I will call you Dad and never go near Xiaoya again!"

Jiang An curled his lips and looked at Lin Yang with an expression of utter disbelief.

Lin Yang raised an eyebrow.

"What? Are you afraid to agree?"

Jiang An became anxious when he saw that Lin Yang didn't speak, fearing that Lin Yang wouldn't agree.

Lin Yang smiled.

"I was just thinking, I don't have a son as unlucky as you."

"you!"

Jiang An clenched his fists, ready to make a move.

Xiaoya gasped in surprise, looking at Lin Yang.

Lin Yang remained calm and composed, yet his movements were both stylish and swift.

He grabbed Jiang An's fist and pressed it down.

Jiang An was surprised that Lin Yang dared to stop him, and he glared at Lin Yang.

"you!"

He tried to break free from Lin Yang's hand but found that Lin Yang's hand was like a vise, gripping him so tightly that he couldn't move.

No matter how much he struggled, he remained motionless.

They could see that someone had noticed their commotion and was starting to laugh at them.

Jiang An suddenly became a little anxious.

"Let go, I'm not asking you to fight!"

Lin Yang's sharp gaze swept over Jiang An indifferently.

"Today is the old man's birthday, and I don't want to see blood."

"But if..."

Before Lin Yang could finish speaking, his aura was like a sword drawn from its sheath, sharp and terrifying.

Jiang An was both angry and timid.

“Of course I won’t cause trouble on Grandpa Xiaoya’s birthday.”

"However, since it's a birthday celebration, the more lively the better, right?"

Jiang An spoke loudly, so loud that everyone around could hear him.

"Yes, Young Master Jiang is right. He's very thoughtful."

The underling standing next to Jiang An loudly echoed Jiang An's words, successfully attracting the attention of everyone present.

"So, what are your thoughts, Young Master Jiang?"

Although Lin Yang said this with a smile, the smile didn't reach his eyes at all.

Jiang An curled his lips slightly. Seeing that Lin Yang had taken the bait, he said triumphantly, "Since the birthday banquet is boring, we, the younger generation, will naturally make it more interesting."

"Since Dr. Lin would give the old man such an expensive gift, he must respect and care about him very much."

"Me too. In that case, how about we have a drinking contest?"

"There's so much wine at this birthday banquet; it would be a waste if we couldn't finish it all."

As Jiang An spoke, his eyes remained fixed on Lin Yang, seemingly unafraid of Lin Yang's rejection.

If Lin Yang refuses, it just means he doesn't care about the old man as much as he does.

If Lin Yang agrees, that would be even better.

When it comes to drinking, Jiang An believes he is second to none.

Lin Yang had thought the other party might offer something, and upon hearing this, he curled his lips.

"OK."

Seeing Lin Yang agree so readily, Jiang An snorted coldly and looked at the crowd around him.

"Everyone is here to bear witness."

After Jiang An finished speaking, he looked at the attendant standing to the side.

"Fill all the glasses! All the drinks tonight are on me!"

After Jiang An finished speaking, he looked at Lin Yang provocatively.

"Kneel down and apologize to me now, call me 'Dad,' and I might consider whether or not to let you go."

Lin Yang found it amusing, but looked at Jiang An with icy eyes.

"I hope Young Master Jiang won't regret it after losing the competition."

The two were locked in a fierce confrontation, creating an invisible pressure that made the atmosphere tense.

The drinks were quickly placed on the table, and the competition officially began!