Return of the Celestial King

Upon arriving at the Lige Hotel, they found the place already packed with luxury cars and arriving guests.

Chen Man Ni and Qin Tuo got out of the car and were about to head for the entrance.

Suddenly, a very familiar car in the parking lot caught her eye.

”Oh, look. Isn’t that Zhao Tiancheng’s BMW? I can’t believe the Zhao Family actually got an invitation.”

Qin Tuo nodded.

”Yes, it seems the Zhao Family is here for the banquet as well.”

Chen Man Ni rolled her eyes in irritation and cursed under her breath.

”What rotten luck. How can we run into those jinxes from the Zhao Family everywhere we go? It’s such a bad omen!”

Qin Tuo smiled.

”Oh? So you really don’t want the Zhao Family at this banquet, do you?”

Chen Man Ni said listlessly:

”Of course! Just seeing them ruins my appetite. What mood will I be in to attend a banquet then?”

Qin Tuo gave a knowing smile and pulled out his phone.

”Alright. In that case, I’ll grant your wish.”

”Huh? What are you doing?”

Chen Man Ni watched curiously.

She watched as Qin Tuo quickly sent a text message, then put away his phone with a mysterious smile.

”Tch, so secretive. What were you just doing?”

Chen Man Ni was puzzled.

Qin Tuo said casually, as if it were nothing.

”Nothing much. You said you didn’t want to see the Zhao Family at the banquet, right? So I had someone kick them out of the hotel to spare you the eyesore.”

”Haha! Qin Tuo, I never realized you liked to brag so much!”

Chen Man Ni clutched her stomach, laughing.

Qin Tuo retorted:

”Oh? You don’t believe in my abilities?”

Chen Man Ni rolled her eyes wearily.

”This has nothing to do with ability. This banquet was organized by a very important person, and since the Zhao Family is here, they were obviously invited.”

At the mention of this important person, a look of respect couldn’t help but appear on Chen Man Ni’s face.

”Oh? An important person? How important?”

Qin Tuo asked deliberately.

Chen Man Ni said:

”Let’s just say he’s an incredibly powerful figure. It’s a shame even my dad doesn’t have any clout with him, or we would’ve definitely kept those flies from the Zhao Family out.”

Qin Tuo suddenly smiled and said:

”Since you don’t believe me, how about we make a bet?”

”A bet? What kind of bet?”

Qin Tuo thought for a moment, his eyes lighting up.

”If I can make the Zhao Family get lost, you have to agree to one condition of mine. As for what it is, I’ll tell you later.”

Without a second thought, Chen Man Ni nodded decisively.

”Fine. And the same goes for you if you lose. I’ll take that bet.”

Qin Tuo just shook his head and smiled, saying nothing more.

He had just sent a text to Long Wu.

「Inside the banquet hall, the atmosphere was exceptionally lively.」

Ouyang Tianqi, dressed in a Tang suit, made a slow entrance.

The guests’ eyes lit up, and they immediately swarmed him like moths to a flame.

”Ah, Mr. Ouyang, you’re as vigorous as ever! Looking at you, one would think you’re no different from a young man!”

”Haha, of course! Mr. Ouyang is a man of great benevolence. He is destined to be blessed by the heavens with endless fortune!”

”Mr. Ouyang, I have admired you for a long time. To finally meet you in person is the honor of a lifetime...”

Hearing all the flattery and bootlicking around him, Ouyang Tianqi’s expression remained indifferent.

He had heard such words countless times in his life.

Chen Wenxiong was also beside him, attending to him carefully with a broad smile.

The guests’ eyes darted, and they shifted their target.

”Mr. Chen, I hear you personally organized this banquet?”

”Oh, so that’s it! No wonder the standard of this banquet is so high-class. If it was Mr. Chen’s personal work, then it’s not surprising at all.”

”Indeed. For a banquet of this caliber, every detail has been meticulously prepared. It’s clear Mr. Chen put his heart into it.”

”Hahaha, you flatter me...”

Listening to all the flattery, Chen Wenxiong laughed heartily.

At the same time, he couldn’t help but glance at Ouyang Tianqi’s expression, feeling smug...

’If I can use this opportunity to get on Mr. Ouyang’s good side, I’ll have hit the jackpot!’

It was common knowledge that although Ouyang Tianqi had retired, his terrifying influence remained.

Anyone who could form a connection with this powerful figure would benefit immensely.

Almost all of Ming City’s influential figures had arrived, yet the seats were largely empty, as everyone was crowded around Ouyang Tianqi.

The sounds of fawning and flattery were endless.

Ouyang Tianqi frowned slightly and waved his hand, gesturing for everyone to return to their seats.

Then, he announced loudly!

”Everyone, the reason this old man has called you all to this banquet today is to introduce you to a very interesting young man.”

”Oh? An interesting young man?”

A group of magnates nodded. In truth, they had all heard some rumors.

They were all extremely curious as to who this young man could be, to be worthy of Mr. Ouyang holding a banquet specifically to introduce him.

”Mr. Ouyang, might I ask which young talent has earned your admiration?”

A real estate tycoon standing beside him asked with an obsequious smile.

Mr. Ouyang said:

”Be patient. You’ll know when he gets here. By my calculations, he should be arriving soon.”

So, no one dared to ask any more questions. They all waited patiently for the young man to appear.

Just then, Long Wu found an opportunity to approach him.

”Mr. Ouyang...”

He leaned in and whispered a few words. Mr. Ouyang immediately looked puzzled and asked, baffled:

”Oh? The Zhao Family? Which Zhao Family?”

Everyone’s expression turned to shock.

Chen Wenxiong was also very puzzled as to why Mr. Ouyang had suddenly brought up the Zhao Family for no reason.

He hurried forward and took the initiative to explain:

”Mr. Ouyang, the Zhao Family is a major family here in Ming City. Their main business is the Xingrui Real Estate Group. The Patriarch is named Zhao Tiancheng, and he’s in his forties. Why do you suddenly ask?”

”Oh, I see. Have the members of the Zhao Family arrived yet?”

Ouyang Tianqi lifted his head and scanned the room.

The hearts of the guests jolted, and looks of intense jealousy appeared on their faces!

’Damn it, when did the Zhao Family manage to suck up to Mr. Ouyang?’

Chen Wenxiong’s expression also changed. It seemed Ouyang Tianqi was paying very close attention to the Zhao Family?

He gave an awkward laugh.

”Mr. Ouyang, the Zhao Family hasn’t arrived yet, but they should be here soon.”

Ouyang Tianqi nodded and flicked his finger. His secretary immediately trotted over.

”Xiaogao, go to the entrance. If you see anyone from the Zhao Family, stop them. Do not let them in under any circumstances. Got it?”

Secretary Gao nodded.

”Yes, Mr. Ouyang. I understand!”

The crowd of guests’ faces changed dramatically, their expressions becoming utterly priceless.

Many of them began to secretly revel in the Zhao Family’s misfortune.

”Haha, so the Zhao Family actually offended Mr. Ouyang. They’re completely screwed now.”

After giving his orders, Mr. Ouyang told everyone to relax, as if he had just done something utterly insignificant.

Chen Wenxiong’s mind was in turmoil for a long time.

He was utterly baffled. When had that blockhead Zhao Tiancheng ever offended such a terrifyingly powerful figure?