It should be noted that there were many families present, and each family could provide a suitable young person. Even the president's family had two sons and a daughter, all of whom were single.

If Nie Qu doesn't agree to these conditions, it's hard not to suspect that he has ulterior motives.

Many people's eyes fell on Nie Jingxing and Nie Kongsang, and their thoughts began to stir.

As for a marriage alliance, Nie Yan is only 18 years old, which is too young. Nie Yuwei has just been recognized by the family and doesn't have much of a relationship with them yet, so marrying her would be of little use.

Nie Jingxing and Nie Kongsang are different. One controls the real power of the Nie family, and the other represents the family in dealing with various countries. This is a complete model for cultivating successors. One is in charge of external affairs, and the other is in charge of internal affairs.

Whether she marries into the Nie family or takes a wife from the family, both of them are excellent choices. It all depends on what Nie Qu thinks.

Qi Yun frowned. His father had never told him about his idea of ​​a marriage alliance with the Nie family, which meant... he wanted to exclude him.

Hmph, that makes sense. The stepmother's two children are just the right age, so there's no need for him to do such a good thing.

Haha, hasn't he been too mild-mannered lately, making them all think they'll have it easy for them...?

Grandpa Si kept giving Si Yu meaningful glances, saying, "You little rascal, now that you have a chance, why don't you seize it? If you dare to speak up, Grandpa will risk his reputation to fight for this marriage for you."

Si Yu wasn't unwilling to speak, but he was so suppressed by the transparent water pressure that even breathing was difficult, let alone saying anything.

Anger flashed in his eyes, and a wisp of white steam, evaporated by the intense heat, appeared.

Lin Changli lowered his voice and said, "If you make a move, everyone will see it. Do you want Nie Qu to see that your genetic mutation far exceeds the mainstream of this time? Think of An Xiuqi's sacrifice. Do you really want to do this?"

Damn, that's so despicable and vile! How could they threaten him with the sacrifices of others...?

Thinking of An Xiuqi, Si Yu really couldn't bring himself to do anything; it's not so easy to owe favors.

Lin Changli smiled with satisfaction, straightened his collar, and was about to step forward...

Nie Qu suddenly spoke up: "Nie Yuwei is to be married off to the Presidential Palace."

Lin Changli stopped in his tracks, raising an eyebrow as he looked at Nie Qu…

This is truly an unexpected statement. The real heiress, who was just publicly acknowledged, has been sold off as a pawn in the blink of an eye. Just how important is Sangsang, this fake heiress, to the Nie family?

Min Xin, the government official, said with some dissatisfaction: "Patriarch Nie, the eldest sister is not yet engaged, and the second daughter is overstepping her bounds... isn't that a bit inappropriate?"

"As you can see, I am away from the Nie family most of the time. My two children take care of most of the affairs at home. If I marry them off, what will happen to the Nie family? I have already shown my sincerity to Country C."

Old Master Si has lost his nerve. Does Nie Qu mean that if he wants to marry Sang Yatou, he should become a live-in son-in-law?

How could he marry into the Nie family? He was counting on that brat Si Yu to make something of himself; how could he possibly give himself away to the Nie family?

Political official Min Xin frowned. The president had his eye on Nie Jingxing and Nie Kongsang. If it were Nie Yuwei... he would need to ask her before making a decision.

Just as he was about to get up and go out to make a call, Qi Yun Shen stepped forward and said, "Patriarch Nie, we met before Weiwei returned to the Nie family. I wonder if I would be fortunate enough to become Weiwei's fiancé?"

Yu Wei was stunned. She never expected things to develop to this point. Nie Qu had decided everything for her with a single word, as if her agreement or disagreement was completely irrelevant...

After glancing at Min Xin's slightly changed face, Nie Qu immediately made the decision: "Alright, the eldest son of the president is a person I trust. Let's settle on this. Today can be considered your engagement banquet. The news will be released later."

Kongsang clapped his hands and said, "That's great! I'll have another brother-in-law now."

Hehe, another outsider has gotten involved. It's not a bad thing for the Nie family to have one more person jumping around in this quagmire.

A simple introduction banquet turned into an engagement party in the blink of an eye, and the parties involved had no say in the matter.

In wealthy families, you either become a power holder or a pawn; there is no other choice. Kong Sang watched the aloof girl who stood there, digesting the situation.

Yu Wei, do you regret returning to the Nie family?

The banquet continued, a mix of genuine and feigned enthusiasm. Everyone seemed genuinely cheerful, but what lay behind the facade depended entirely on whether their interests clashed.

As he came out of the restroom, Nie Yan caught him red-handed.

Kong Sang said gently, "Why isn't Ayan going out? The banquet is already ending."

Nie Yan's little tiger teeth were showing, and her smile was even gentler than Kong Sang's: "Sister, Mom is so sad, and you still care about the banquet? It's really heartbreaking. Mom wants to see you, so come with me."

That look leaves no room for refusal...tsk, what kind of trouble has that crazy woman come up with this time?

With her peach blossom eyes scanning the surroundings, Nie Yan shook her head: "Big brother isn't here, so sister doesn't need to look after you. If you're naughty, I'll have to carry sister away."

It seemed there was no way to ask for help, so she had no choice but to face it herself. She was no longer the cowardly person she was in her previous life.

Her heart, liver, spleen, and lungs were all rotten in her past life; in this life, she will hurt whoever hurts her.

Seeing Kong Sang follow him fearlessly, Nie Yan asked curiously, "Sister, you've really changed a lot. Sometimes... I even feel like you're not yourself anymore."

"What, do you miss the Nie Kongsang who cried, was fearful, and was grieving?"

Nie Yan stroked his chin and pondered for a moment: "No, each has its own advantages. I just feel that it's more fun to play with older sisters nowadays, like a kitten that knows how to stretch out its claws."

"Meow." Kong Sang imitated a cat's meow and scratched a bloody mark on the back of Nie Yan's hand.

Nie Yan laughed and reached out to grab Kong Sang's neck...

From a distance, it's such a heartwarming scene of siblings.

Wow, they even chose such a remote room as the location; they must be afraid someone will rescue her.

The Tide Hotel's decor makes it seem more like a storage room, right?

Tsk tsk, the banquet is over, and they have to go back to the Nie family soon. In such a short time, how can they both torment her and not be noticed?

Lan Yun sat upright on a simple wooden chair, coldly looking at her: "Do you know your mistake?"

The door was locked shut by Nie Yan with a "snap." This mother and son were truly a loving mother and filial son, a complete mess.

Kong Sang nodded: "Mom, I was wrong."

Lan Yun snorted: "You little slut, you need to be disciplined. Kneel down."

Kong Sang smiled and said, "Mom, I haven't finished speaking yet. I meant that I was wrong, wrong to argue with you, you old bastard. It was too low of me."

"No wonder Dad rarely comes home. You're probably not as interested in those corpses on the lab benches as you are. You're really something, getting old and losing your looks and not knowing how to take care of yourself."

"How can she keep a man with that resentful look on her face?"

Nie Yan stared wide-eyed from behind Kong Sang. "My dear sister really dares to do this! When did this girl who used to only tremble become so... crazy?"

Yes, that's madness. Knowing they're here to suffer, why provoke them further? Aren't they the ones who suffer?

Lan Yun was completely enraged, and instead revealed a twisted smile. She took out a row of extremely thin silver needles, about the length of a finger, and said, "Ayan, lift up your sister's skirt. She needs to be disciplined."

Nie Yan chuckled softly, "Okay, Mom."