On February 20, 2026, the sunlight was like a golden veil, gently shining on Palma Cliff Manor.
The manor is located on a cliff, overlooking the jewel-like blue Mediterranean Sea. The sea breeze, carrying a salty and humid scent, gently blows across the manor's carefully manicured gardens.
The architectural style of the manor combines the romance and luxury of the Mediterranean. The white walls shine softly in the sun, and the red roofs contrast beautifully with the surrounding green trees and flowers.
This magnificent manor witnessed the sweet first love between Xiao Zhen and two women, Ivanka and Xie Chengrun. Xiao Zhen looked at the women in the distance and said something to his mother Wen Yunshu, while the only one who was chasing after his sister-in-law Guo Hui was playing with her.
Today, a grand thank-you party is about to be held here, hosted by Xiao Zhengtang and Xiao Zhen, father and son, for the wedding of Odin and Leonor.
The gate of the manor was opened, and guests dressed in gorgeous gowns stepped into this charming territory one after another.
In the garden, there are exquisite Chinese tables and chairs, which are filled with various exquisite Chinese snacks and top-quality champagne.
Huge Chinese lanterns are hung in an orderly manner among the branches, blending wonderfully with the surrounding European-style buildings, creating a unique and charming atmosphere.
Xiao Zhengtang, a vigorous old man, dressed in a traditional Chinese robe and smiling, stood at the entrance of the manor to greet guests.
His eyes revealed a wisdom and calmness that came from years of experience.
Xiao Zhen stood beside his father, also wearing a proper Chinese-style suit, with an elegant and dignified temperament.
"Father, today's party is of great significance." Xiao Zhen said softly, glancing at the guests who arrived one after another.
Xiao Zhengtang nodded slightly, his eyes deep: "Yes, this is not only a celebration of Odin and Leonor's wedding, but also a good opportunity for our Xiao family to communicate with all parties."
As the guests took their seats one after another, a unique oriental-style cocktail party officially kicked off.
The live band played melodious Chinese classical music, with the sounds of pipa and guzheng intertwined, as if telling an ancient and mysterious oriental story.
Waiters dressed in traditional cheongsams shuttled among the guests, serving delicious food and fragrant wine.
On one side of the garden, Xiao Zhen and his son sat together with representatives of several old European aristocratic families, and the topic gradually turned to the Gibraltar issue in Spain.
A representative of a wealthy European family said with a serious face, "Mr. Xiao, the Gibraltar issue is a long-standing one. Britain has been operating there for many years, so it's not easy to reclaim it."
Xiao Zhen looked calm and determined, “It is precisely because of the difficulties that we need to work together.
Spain is Leonor's homeland, and as a member of the Xiao family, we should give Odin this gift.
Moreover, from the perspective of geopolitical and economic interests, Gibraltar also has a significant impact on the European landscape.”
Another family representative frowned and questioned, "But how could Britain easily give up this strategic location? There are so many factors we need to consider."
Xiao Zhengtang spoke slowly, his voice low but powerful: "We are not without bargaining chips. The global situation is changing rapidly, and the UK needs support from all parties on many issues.
We can use economic, political and other means to force the UK to reconsider the ownership of Gibraltar."
For a moment, everyone fell into deep thought and the atmosphere became a little solemn.
At this time, Xiao Zhen continued: "We can unite with other European countries to form a united front on some international affairs and put pressure on Britain.
At the same time, our Xiao family is also willing to provide some support in the economic field to help Spain improve its position in the negotiations."
After intense discussions and weighing of interests, all parties gradually reached a preliminary consensus.
Everyone realized that through cooperation and clever strategies, it was not impossible for Spain to regain Gibraltar.
Of course, the biggest concession is that China is disguisedly allowing some friendly European countries to join the new financial plan and access the new soft international settlement system.
It is true that social problems such as inflation and unemployment have become very serious in most European countries, to the point where new tools have to be used for restructuring.
As for sacrificing the interests of the European troublemakers, who cares? They've already left the EU, so what does it have to do with them, the EU member states?
Meanwhile, on the other side of the garden, Ivanka, dressed in a gorgeous dress and with elegant manners, was having an important conversation with representatives of the Morgan family.
Ivanka smiled, but her eyes revealed a hint of seriousness: "The Morgan family has always been an important partner of ours.
Today, on behalf of Xiao Town, I acknowledge that Xiao Shenghua, the child born to Miss Morgan Isa Morgan and Xiao Zhenbei, whose English name is Lucas II, is the grandson of the Xiao family.
The child has been added to the trust list by both his grandfather and his grandfather. Now the child has tradable alien semi-finished minerals equivalent to 100 tons of gold as a backing, and fixed assets and cash equivalent to HK$1 billion. The private family funds of Lucas Jr. are managed by the Entropy Fund.
The child's grandfather sold the New York estate and 30,000-acre farm in Montana to Lucas Jr. for $1, and the taxes and fees were paid on his behalf by his grandparents.
If Issa needs a decent wedding and that paperwork, it can also be done in North America.
Of course, Mr. Morgan, the child's citizenship in Hong Kong is a requirement of his grandfather. I hope you understand."
The Morgan family representative nodded slightly, a look of satisfaction on his face. "Ms. Ivanka, we are very happy to hear this news. This is a blessing for both our families."
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