Clap clap clap!
It's unclear who started clapping first, but the applause was thunderous and lasted for a long time.
The gazes of the crowd toward Qin Xiao were filled with admiration and appreciation.
This level of insight and composure is worlds apart from Ye Chen's ostentatious display of wealth that seemed to be written all over his face!
Standing next to Nie Beini, Qin Ruoyan looked at her brother being praised by everyone, proudly puffed out her little chest, and secretly gave Qin Xiao a thumbs up.
"Brother! That's awesome!"
The old lady Liu's smile grew more kind and satisfied; the more she looked at Qin Xiao, the more pleasing he seemed to her.
"Well said! Well said!"
She gave the instructions to the housekeeper.
"Someone, carefully hang this 'Hundred Longevity' painting above my bed! I want to see it every day and admire it every day!"
The butler quickly and carefully rolled up the scroll and put it away, as if it were a priceless treasure.
Then, Old Madam Liu's gaze casually swept over the huge screen next to her, which was still dazzling and imposing, and her tone was as calm as if she were talking about a trivial matter.
"As for this..."
She pointed to the screen that Ye Chen had sent.
"It looks quite luxurious, but it seems like they already have a similar one in their storeroom."
"How about this, we'll put it at the entrance of the toilet in the west courtyard. We just happen to need something to cover it up."
puff--!
Although no one actually laughed out loud, many people wore strange expressions on their faces, as if they wanted to laugh but dared not.
At the toilet entrance?
Obstruction?
A priceless screen inlaid with mother-of-pearl and eight treasures made of dark rosewood.
This is simply... killing someone by breaking their spirit!
Ye Chen felt a rush of blood to his head, his vision blurred, and he almost spat out a mouthful of blood!
He had gone to great lengths and used the resources of the Dragon King Palace to obtain this top-tier birthday gift, only to be so humiliated!
This is a million times more painful than being slapped in the face!
He suddenly turned his head, his eyes bloodshot, staring intently at Qin Xiao, his gaze seeming as if he wanted to devour him alive!
If looks could kill, Qin Xiao would probably have been executed by slow slicing countless times by now.
But at the Liu family's residence, in front of so many guests, he ultimately managed to suppress the urge to take action, though his chest heaved violently, revealing that his inner rage was on the verge of exploding.
The gift-giving fiasco ended with Qin Xiao's complete victory and Ye Chen's crushing defeat.
The birthday banquet for Old Madam Liu officially began.
Inside the hall, glasses clinked, and melodious music filled the air, creating a warm and harmonious atmosphere.
However, many people looked at Ye Chen with a hint of sympathy and... schadenfreude.
After several rounds of drinks and five courses of food,
The matriarch, seated at the head of the table, put down her jade chopsticks and gently clapped her hands, signaling everyone to be quiet.
"Thank you all for coming today to celebrate my birthday."
With a kind smile on her face, she slowly swept her gaze over the young talents present.
"Actually, besides celebrating your birthday, there is something even more important to do today."
Her voice was clear to everyone's ears.
"That is, my little daughter will also take this opportunity to find a suitable husband for herself."
"All of you young talents here are outstanding individuals. If any of you are unmarried and interested, why not give it a try?"
These words silenced the room once again, and many young people's eyes shone with anticipation and eagerness.
Miss Liu!
She's a true socialite in the capital!
Although the Liu family keeps a low profile, who doesn't know about their background and influence?
Becoming the son-in-law of the Liu family would be an absolute golden opportunity for him to rise above his station!
Qin Xiao held his wine glass, a faint smile playing on his lips, but inwardly he was pondering something.
That old lady is indeed ruthless.
They only said it was their "youngest daughter" seeking a husband, but never mentioned which daughter it was, let alone the troublesome affair of their eldest daughter, Liu Qingrong.
Is this a plan to keep everyone in the dark and lure people in first?
While everyone was having different thoughts and making their own guesses.
The old steward of the Liu family stepped forward again and shouted in a loud voice:
"Please invite the lady in!"
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