As soon as I came in, I saw a fountain pen fly down from under his big treasure and stick straight into the door.

Who gave you permission to come in without knocking?

Qin Yin's voice was devoid of any discernible emotion.

I have something to report.

The handsome young man stole a glance at the pen embedded in the door, and subconsciously covered his precious possession.

Chang Jun, you'd better be in trouble.

Chang Jun is the third son of the powerful Chang family. The Chang family is loyal to Qin Yin and he is one of the people Qin Yin trusts the most.

Chang Jun was still somewhat shaken, clutching his genitals.

explain.

Here's the thing, the announcement of the Crown Prince's selection of a consort has been released. Can you guess who the judges are?

Qin Yin raised an eyebrow, then lowered his head, took out another pen from the pen holder, and continued to review the documents.

Your Excellency, Head of Enforcement?

Get out.

Chang Jun swallowed hard, then walked out of Qin Yin's office looking dejected and humiliated.

Hearing the door close, Qin Yin put down his pen, closed the document, took out his phone, and started watching the Crown Prince's selection of consorts.

After watching for a while, Qin Yin exited the video and called his assistant, Wang, himself.

Boss, you finally remembered me.

Assistant Wang was thrilled when he saw the call from Qin Yin.

Qin Yin ignored Assistant Wang's excited mood and simply gave the order.

I need to prepare an evening gown; it has to be done by tomorrow.

An evening gown? Is it for the Crown Prince's selection banquet?

yes.

I wonder which lady this was prepared for?

eventful.

It's not that I'm being nosy.

Boss, evening gowns naturally need to be custom-made, so...

After a few minutes of silence, Qin Yin gave the size of the clothes and hung up the phone.

Qin Yin smiled and looked at the pile of documents with a more pleasant expression. He decided to finish reviewing all the documents on the table today so that he could go see the little girl with a clear conscience tomorrow.

Having made the decision, Qin Yin picked up the documents and buried himself in work.

The following afternoon, in the capital city, at the center of the imperial gardens.

Today is the day of the Crown Prince's selection banquet, and dignitaries from major cities have flocked to Kyoto.

China has three major aristocratic families, six major clans, and ten major powerful families.

The three great families: Qin, Li, and Ling.

The six major families are Zheng, Gu, Ji, Jiang, Ye, and Xiang.

The ten most prestigious families are: Gu, Tang, Shang, Xia, Meng, Fang, Chang, An, Yan, and Mu.

At this moment, the imperial garden area was brightly lit and luxurious, with every corner showcasing the nobility of the imperial family.

The capital city went to great lengths for this crown prince's selection of a consort, laying thick red carpets from the city gates to the imperial gardens.

This kind of red carpet is not simple; it costs 200,000 yuan per square meter and there are only a little over 500 square meters available each year.

The imperial gardens are lush and verdant, having been specially renovated for the Crown Prince's selection of consorts banquet. Various expensive bouquets have been moved here, creating a vibrant and beautiful scene.

Many people have already arrived at the Imperial City Gardens: businessmen, politicians, military personnel, families, wealthy families, minor aristocratic families, and minor wealthy families.

The Zheng family, the Ji family, the Ye family, the Xiang family, the Ye family, the Su family, the Gu family, the Shang family, the Xia family, the Fang family, the An family, the Yan family, and the Mu family.

Most of the major families, clans, and powerful clans had arrived. At this point, the elders of the families who were on good terms started chatting, and the younger generation also gathered together to toast and exchange drinks, creating a lively atmosphere.

The Tang family head, Madam Tang, Tang Ruyi, Tang Yuanba, and Tang Yuanji, along with An Tong, walked in.

An Tong had never been to the capital city before, and he kept taking pictures from the moment he entered the city.

How's the baby?

Wow, Yuanji, it's so beautiful! I've truly made my life worthwhile by being able to visit the capital even once.

Tang Yuanji was very satisfied with An Tong's naive and unworldly appearance.

Another group of people walked in through the door, and many of the guests who had arrived earlier looked at them with curiosity.

Are they members of the Tang family?

The newly arrived wealthy Tang family?

A group of people from small families, clans, and wealthy clans wanted to make their presence known and build good relationships with the newly emerging wealthy Tang family.

Just as someone was about to go up, another group of people appeared at the entrance.

Grandpa Ling, Ling Zhenfeng, Ling Hui, and Ling Hao brought Mi Xi and Ling Feifei from the second branch of the Ling family.

When everyone saw that it was the Ling family, those who had been eager to curry favor with the Tang family ran off to curry favor with the Ling family.

The head of the Tang family glanced at the Ling family, gritted his teeth, and led his children around them as they went inside.

Grandpa Ling, you've arrived! You're truly still going strong for your age.

Ha ha ha ha.

These words made Old Master Ling beam with joy.

"Not bad, not bad, still quite healthy." Old Master Ling, accompanied by his family members and led by a maid, took their seats in the proper places for the Ling family.

Grandpa, my friend is over there. Xixi and I will go over and say hello.

Grandpa Ling waved his hand, and Ling Hao and Mi Xi then left their seats and went to the other half of the wine area.

A group of people, including Sun Qian and Murong Xiaoxiao, were gathered in the wine area, seemingly chatting happily. Ling Hao led Mi Xi over.

Sun Qian was the first to discover it. Sister Xi Xi and Brother Hao, come quick!

Sun Qian happily ran forward and took Mi Xi's other arm.

Mi Xi glanced at Murong Xiaoxiao and then at Sun Qian.

Where's Zhou Qi? Didn't he come?

Mi Xi asked, puzzled.

Murong Xiaoxiao smiled mysteriously.

Sister Xixi, just you wait and see, Zhou Qi will come.

Mi Xi was somewhat suspicious, but she nodded nonetheless.

Will Sister Xixi's Li Mu be coming today?

My older sister will be there.

Mi Xi nodded and said.

A group of old men were gathered together discussing the Qin family.

On the younger generation's side, Jiangsu brought Ji Baiyuan over. The two of them naturally saw Ling Hao and Mi Xi, but Jiangsu ignored them and pulled Ji Baiyuan into his own circle.

Ling Hao and Mi Xi's close friends surrounded the second floor, trying to please and flatter Ling Hao and Mi Xi.

Look who these are! It's Young Master Ling and Miss Li!

Xiang Shaolong also walked over, looking nonchalant and sneer.

Ling Hao and Mi Xi, whose names were called, turned to look at the source of the voice.

Ling Hao's face turned fierce as he pressed his tongue against his back teeth, about to speak.

Xiang Shaolong, you've jumped around again. You didn't even want to see me when you came.

A man and a woman walked over, the woman affectionately linking arms with the man.

Xiang Shaolong looked at the newcomer with some displeasure at the full of teasing.

That damn transvestite, Kent Cheng, why don't you just die? The moment you show up you start making fun of me. And you, Zheng Jiayi, you brat, I've wasted my time spoiling you.

Brother Long, please calm down. I didn't want to laugh either, but I really couldn't help it.

Xiang Shaolong turned his head away, not wanting to look at the gloating woman.

Zheng Zeshi saw Jiangsu politely nod slightly in the crowd in the distance.

Jiangsu was taken aback, and subconsciously nodded in return.

Tch, I'm not going to waste my breath on you guys.

Young Master Ling, tell me what you were thinking at the previous auction, acting all high and mighty.

What did you say.

Young Master Ling, are you getting angry?

Let me make this clear first, I'm not just a novice with some basic skills in the Six Arts of a Gentleman. You're not going to fight me, are you?