Chapter 635 Presenting Treasure

The character for "longevity" hangs high, and gongs and drums rise to the sky.

The joyful lion dance tumbled and rolled outside the main hall, vying for a red ball, drawing continuous laughter from the guests.

Suddenly, the red lion snatched the red ball and carried it to the birthday celebrant outside the main hall.

After the red ball landed in Grandpa Xiao's hand, it suddenly exploded, revealing a longevity peach.

Then look at the two lion dancers, who have stood up and each is holding a couplet in their mouths. The couplet reads: "May your happiness be as boundless as the Eastern Sea and your longevity as enduring as the Southern Mountain."

Upon seeing this couplet, the crowd cheered, "Excellent!"

After the lion dance performance ended, Old Master Xiao stepped forward, cupped his hands, and said, "Thank you all for coming to my birthday banquet today. I have prepared some food and wine, and I hope you will all enjoy yourselves..."

Grandpa Xiao spoke with a smile throughout, his smile spreading across his face.

Upon seeing this, Wan Qiqi's lips curved into a faint smile.

She had heard that at Old Master Xiao's birthday banquet last year, he had a dark face throughout; the year before, he had reprimanded Xiao Han for being extravagant; and before that, he had complained that the food was unpalatable...

In short, Old Master Xiao always found a reason to complain about the birthday banquet.

And these complaints only occur when the whole family is not together.

Wan Qiqi guessed that what people of Grandpa Xiao's age would most like to see is a family full of laughter and joy, just like his grandmother used to be.

At this moment, Wan Qiqi suddenly felt homesick and missed her grandmother and relatives.

She looked up at the sky and took a deep breath.

As she looked down, she noticed that the Xiao family members had already entered the house.

The surrounding area was filled with laughter and the sounds of gongs, drums, and flutes.

She felt that the liveliness was blocked by an invisible wall, and even the sunlight seemed to be shut out, making her feel a little cold.

"Hello... Manager Wan... Boss Wan... Wan Qiqi..."

Aji called her name several times before Wan Qiqi finally snapped out of her daze the moment he called her name. "What's wrong? You look terrible. Are you feeling unwell?"

Wan Qiqi forced a smile, "It's nothing, I guess I just woke up early and am still getting used to it."

It's already noon; no one should still be recovering at this hour. This sounds like a lie.

Aji nodded after hearing this, "Then find a place to rest. I'll keep an eye on the snacks for you."

The sudden concern stirred up a wave of emotions in Wan Qiqi's heart once again, causing her to tremble slightly.

However, instead of resting as Aji suggested, she sat down and ate with everyone.

Shi Yue glanced at Wan Qiqi and said in a low voice, "I didn't expect you to do so well on your first time attending a banquet. It seems you've put in a lot of effort!"

"So, Boss Shi, are you planning to have a fight with me after the birthday banquet? I'd be happy to oblige!" Wan Qiqi picked up her teacup, took a sip, her face expressionless, but her eyes were sharp.

Shi Yue didn't know what was wrong with Wan Qiqi. She suddenly seemed like a different person, like a hedgehog that would explode at the slightest touch.

"Boss Shi, you call yourself a good friend of Young Master Xiao? With the birthday banquet just around the corner, you're making things difficult for me regardless of the occasion. Do you really think you're doing this for the Xiao family's good? The Xiao family has already booked several restaurants, yet you're just standing there making sarcastic remarks. What a true friend you are!"

Wan Qiqi emphasized the word "friends" heavily, her tone carrying a strong sense of tension.

She was very fortunate that with Xiao Da's supervision, the birthday banquet was held very well, and Old Master Xiao was very happy.

If any oversight occurs and angers Old Master Xiao, the restaurants hosting the banquet will likely suffer the consequences.

Shi Yue stood up in anger, about to explode, but then he saw Xiao Da's attendant coming over, which made him suppress his anger.

However, the newcomer bypassed him and stopped beside Wan Qiqi.

"Mr. Wan, our young master requests your presence," the attendant said.

Wan Qiqi smiled, as if she were showing off to Shi Yue.

He got up and followed.

After walking more than ten meters, Wan Qiqi vaguely sensed something was wrong and asked, "The banquet isn't over yet, what does your young master want with me?"

"Young Master said that it would be most appropriate for you to personally deliver the things that Boss Wan made himself," the attendant replied.

Wan Qiqi was taken aback.

Xiao Han meant for her to deliver the birthday cake?

Is it really appropriate for someone of humble origins and a businesswoman to give a gift on such an occasion?

Wan Qiqi then asked, "Did your young master say anything else?"

"No." The attendant shook his head.

At this moment, Wan Qiqi had arrived at the entrance of the main hall.

The attendant handed the cake to Wan Qiqi and whispered, "When the young master calls you from inside, go in and repeat what you told him before."

What I said before?

Wan Qiqi was puzzled, not understanding why Xiao Han would do such a thing.

Hasn't he always looked down on me? How could he give me such an opportunity?

Before Wan Qiqi could think it over, Xiao Han spoke up: "Father, I have a surprise for you."

Grandpa Xiao looked puzzled.

Then, a woman who was not a servant of the Xiao family appeared at the door, holding something she had never seen before.

Upon closer inspection, he realized the man looked familiar, as if he had seen him somewhere before.

At this moment, everyone's attention was focused on Wan Qiqi, and their expressions varied.

Even though Wan Qiqi had been through so much, she was still a little nervous and excited to be watched.

She placed the cake on the table and bowed respectfully. "Happy birthday, Mr. Xiao! This is a dessert specially prepared for you by Xinglong Restaurant. It is called a cake, which symbolizes the happiness and reunion of the family."

"Cake?" Old Master Xiao had lived for over sixty years and this was the first time he had ever heard of eating cake on a birthday.

Suddenly, the image of two children flashed through his mind. Looking at the woman in front of him, he finally recognized her: "Your Wan Qiqi."

My dear reader, there's more to this chapter! Please click the next page to continue reading—even more exciting content awaits!