Because of the Qin family's appearance, several families that were on good terms with the Qin family quickly got up to greet them.
The noise in the hall gradually grew louder, but amidst the surging crowd, Shu Qiyi remained seated upright in the central seat.
To ensure the party went perfectly, he didn't look towards the door, but instead whispered instructions to Wei Bo.
Shu Chuanran and Shu Qianxin also sat beside the old man the whole time.
Shu Chuanran was alright; he was polite and always had a proper smile. When someone spoke to him, he would respond politely, and when no one was talking to him, he would sit quietly in his seat and keep his grandfather company.
In contrast, Shu Qianxin.
There was always a feeling of unbearable unease, like sitting on pins and needles.
"Brother." Seeing the Qin family's house at the door, Shu Qianxin quietly tugged at Shu Chuanran's sleeve and lowered her voice, "It's one thing for Mom not to come with us, but she actually came with the Qin family. Has she really gone mad?"
Turning her gaze away from the gate, Shu Chuanran pursed her lips and calmly said, "Don't worry about her. The party will start soon. We'll just stay with Grandpa."
"But, brother..."
Shu Qianxin was interrupted by Shu Qiyi, who had overheard their voices, before she could finish speaking.
"Xinxin, don't worry about your mom. Ranran, where's your dad? We still haven't gotten through to him on the phone?"
I thought my father would appear in the banquet hall with my mother, but to my surprise, I only saw my mother following behind the Qin family.
Sensing the displeasure in Shu Qiyi's tone, Shu Chuanran called his father again.
As expected.
The phone is still not being answered.
Silently gazing at Shu Chuanran's furrowed brows, Shu Qiyi's brows gradually furrowed as well.
It's unclear what it means for the son to suddenly disappear at such a crucial moment.
However, we can't delay any longer.
Shu Qiyi glanced at the time, then turned to Wei Bo and instructed, "Old Wei, go tell Yi Yi to get ready."
"Most people have arrived, so let's begin the reception now. Also, those reporters outside can be let in, but they should be mindful of their behavior and safety, given the many important figures here."
He stopped talking and took the microphone from Wei Bo.
Watching him walk quickly towards the stairs leading to the second floor, Shu Qiyi was helped up from his seat by the brother and sister and slowly walked to the stage of the banquet hall.
Noticing the figure on the stage, Zhang Youye, who dislikes crowds, quietly stood at the back of the crowd.
Watching the old man pick up the microphone to signal everyone to be quiet, and then watching him state the main purpose of the party.
then.
Under the blinding flashes of light.
On the second floor of the banquet hall, Shu Yi, dressed in a red dress, finally came into Zhang Youye's view.
It had only been a dozen minutes since I left her, but it felt like several centuries had passed.
Amidst applause and gasps, his Adam's apple bobbed as he gazed intently at the woman who belonged only to him.
Wearing a red satin dress that subtly reveals her shoulders, Shu Yi slowly walked down the stairs.
Her delicate eyebrows and eyes were adorned with a subtle smoky eye makeup, her waist-length curly hair fell naturally, and her red lips beneath her high, pert nose were as alluring as a poppy.
Perhaps it was because it was her first time trying this kind of makeup, or perhaps it was because her features were harmonious enough, or perhaps her face shape was naturally able to handle any makeup look.
The allure of her smoky eye makeup was toned down by her delicate features, even matching her cool and aloof temperament, much like a cold red plum blossom braving the wind and snow.
Noble, refined, and so beautiful that one hesitates to approach.
Zhang Youye, in particular, was stunned by her beauty and stood rooted to the spot, unable to move his feet.
As Shu Yi slowly descended the stairs in her high heels, she glanced up and spotted Zhang Youye precisely in the crowd.
His blond hair was truly flamboyant, just like him—unruly and never trying to hide it.
Therefore, be sincere and open.
The instant our eyes met, I was suddenly captivated by the depths of his gaze, and my heart fluttered as if fireworks were exploding within me.
Sparks flew from all directions, extending into every part of the body, from the scalp to the soles of the feet.
The intense heat that runs through it is so powerful that no force can withstand its punishment, just like wild grass growing in early spring.
It has to be admitted that it's really hard not to be captivated by that flawless, handsome face in the eyes.
Barely suppressing the turbulent emotions surging within her, she smiled at him with a slight upturn of her lips.
Remembering that she still needed to smile and greet everyone, Shu Yi looked away from his shimmering eyes.
Very pleased with his granddaughter's confident performance today, Shu Qiyi took Shu Yi's hand and introduced her with a smile.
"Thank you all again for coming today. Now, let me formally introduce you. Standing next to me is our Shu family's granddaughter, Shu Yi."
Applause and cheers erupted from the crowd.
"The old man is so lucky."
"Look how pretty this girl is."
"Yes, what a beautiful child, with such a great temperament, she's even more beautiful than those celebrities."
He waved to signal the crowd to quiet down, and exchanged a glance with Zhang Jinnan, who was standing on the other side.
After receiving a nod of approval, Shu Qiyi was about to announce the marriage alliance with the Zhang family.
Suddenly, a commotion arose at the gate.
"Don't stop me! Let me in! Grandpa! It's me!"
Those who recognized the person coming from close to the gate seemed to be Song Yan, the vice president of the Shu Group.
After exchanging a glance with Zhang Huaiyi, Zhang Youye quickly stepped forward to stop the security guards from interfering.
"Uncle Song, what happened?" Zhang Youye asked.
"Yono, quick, move aside. This is urgent. Let me go find the old man first."
At the end of his sentence, Song Yan immediately walked past the bewildered crowd and strode onto the stage.
Considering the large number of people present, including gossip reporters.
Knowing the influence of public opinion and the family, Song Yan gestured to Wei Bo with his eyes to take the microphone away from Shu Qiyi's hand, and hurriedly leaned close to Shu Qiyi's ear.
After hearing everything Song Yan said, Shu Qiyi's expression suddenly darkened, and he immediately grabbed the microphone and put it to his lips.
"Everyone, something came up at home and I need to go back to my room to take care of it. Please enjoy your meal and drinks. Please forgive this old man for not being hospitable enough. De'an, come with me for a moment."
After saying that, Shu Qiyi put down the microphone and turned to signal Shu Yi, who was beside him, to stay in the hall.
“Yiyi, you’re the eldest in the family now, so you, Chuanran, and Xinxin will stay here to greet the guests. Grandpa and Uncle need to go back to their room to discuss something.”
"Grandpa, what happened?" Shu Yi asked.
"It's nothing." Waving his hand, Shu Qiyi then instructed Shu Chuanran behind him, "Ranran, can you help your second sister take care of things? Don't worry, Grandpa will handle it."
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