novelraw Chapter 854 854: Provincial City's Number One Young Lady!
Chapter 854 854: Provincial City's Number One Young Lady!
10 a.m.
According to the calculated lunar calendar timing, Qi Xingchun finally led the Qi Family Members into the venue!
The noisy lawn immediately quieted down.
Everyone excitedly looked towards the front of the podium.
Leading the way was Qi Xingchun, imposing and grand, guiding the Qi Family Members, arriving in an orderly fashion!
Qi Xingchun walked with head held high, exuding power without anger.
And Qi Mengge followed closely behind him.
Further behind were the Qi Family Members, each outstanding and full of spirit, numbering over a hundred!
This indeed showed that the Qi Family had thrived over the years, with prosperity and flourishing branches.
At the end of the procession were the elders of the Qi Family who had already stepped down.
However, they willingly served as a backdrop to Qi Xingchun.
Precisely because they relinquished their positions early, the Qi Family had soared to such heights today under Qi Xingchun's leadership.
In this regard, Qi Xingchun truly has great ability!
Under the gaze of all, with everyone glorifying him, Qi Xingchun confidently walked onto the podium.
The guests immediately stood up and offered the most enthusiastic applause.
The scene was overwhelming!
Qi Xingchun stood on the podium, standing out like a crane among chickens, his proud gaze sweeping across the entire venue!
The scene quieted down once more!
Thousands of eyes eagerly looked at Qi Xingchun, filled with envy, admiration, respect, fear, awe...
For one to reach such a status as Qi Xingchun in their lifetime is truly to die without regrets!
Qi Xingchun glanced at all the guests one by one, with a look of extreme pride.
He could see all the faces he hoped to see, enjoying their sycophantic expressions!
"Everyone, thank you for coming to support!"
Qi Xingchun, full of enthusiasm, began to speak into the microphone:
"As the saying goes: Spring has its flowers, autumn its moon; summer has its cool breeze, winter its snow. If there is joy within the heart, there is always a good season!"
"Today is my fifty-eighth birthday celebration, indeed a wonderful season! In this delightful season, I am grateful for your presence as guests of the Qi Family... On behalf of several generations of the Qi Family, I express the sincerest gratitude to all of you, friends!"
As Qi Xingchun's words concluded, thunderous applause erupted again, led by the Qi Family, and the guests applauded intensely.
Qi Xingchun pressed his hands down, ready to speak again, when suddenly a loud voice from outside rang out: "Uncle Qi, hold on! I've just arrived, don't start yet!"
As soon as the voice dropped, the Qi Family's bodyguards urgently reported from outside: "Dugu Family, Young Master Jian has arrived!!!"
Wow!!!
Upon hearing this name, all the guests present were stunned!
Even Qi Xingchun, who was abruptly interrupted, and all the Qi Family Members, their expressions changed instantly!
This is because, although the visitor was merely a young master, his status was more prestigious than everyone here combined!
Because, he was a young master of the Dugu Family!!!
The Dugu Family, known as the second family in the Provincial City, was truly a super giant!
A mere stomp from them would make the Provincial City tremble three times!
In the midst of shocked and excited gazes from everyone, a youth dressed in a suit, with a remarkable demeanor, entered from outside the courtyard.
He looked so elegant, standing out superbly, with each step like a prince entering!
This was the one hailed as the future successor of the Dugu Family, the most beloved grandson of the current Dugu Family Master, Dugu Jinhong, the Provincial City's number one young master, Dugu Jian!
"Xiao Jian, you... why are you here?"
Even Qi Xingchun, who had maintained his composure, was visibly delighted, even rushing down the podium with a joyful smile to greet him.
It is known that within the nine major families in the Provincial City, there was never a tradition of congratulating other families on their birthdays.
This is because the nine major families within the province are in competition, rarely truly unite.
Even between those with relatively good relations, at most, they send a birthday gift as a gesture.
For the Dugu Family to personally send someone, especially their rising star, is unprecedented!
"Uncle Qi, don't be like this. I am here under my grandfather's orders, specifically to congratulate you on your birthday. Sorry for being a bit late, I hope you won't mind."
Dugu Jian effortlessly referred to him as "you," not "you (respectful)," clearly indicating his superior status.
"Absolutely not! Xiao Jian, you're joking. I must thank Uncle Jin Hong for his favor, it truly makes me feel flattered. Xiao Jian, please have a seat, you must accompany me for a couple of drinks later!"
Qi Xingchun quickly replied with a smile.
"Certainly." Dugu Jian also smiled.
They walked back together.
The guests saw the Qi and Dugu families being so friendly, and they began whispering again.
Rumors had been circulating that among the nine major families in the Provincial City, the Qi Family and the Dugu Family seemed to have an implicit alliance, with the Qi Family secretly holding onto the Dugu Family, allowing them to rise quickly and challenge the third family!
But previously, these were merely speculations without proof.
Today's scene confirmed it!
The Dugu Family's high-profile visit to celebrate Qi Xingchun's birthday revealed the private relationship between the two families.
Just as Qi Xingchun personally invited the younger Dugu Jian back, suddenly another alarming voice shouted from outside: "Baili Family, Lady Baili has arrived!!!"
In an instant, the entire lawn was dead silent, and the guests momentarily held their breath!!
What day is today, with a young master from the Dugu Family here to celebrate Qi Xingchun's birthday, making the Qi Family already shine brightly, but how did the Baili family's noble daughter come too?!
The Baili Family ranks first in the Provincial City, truly the top giant!
Even overshadowing the Dugu Family!!!
"This..."
Qi Xingchun and Dugu Jian exchanged a glance, extremely shocked.
On the podium, including Qi Mengge and the Qi Family Members, all looked bewildered!
It should be noted, while the Dugu Family sending someone to celebrate for the Qi Family was still justifiable.
But for the Baili Family also sending someone, it seemed far-fetched.
The entire Provincial City knows that due to competing for the top position for so many years, the Dugu Family openly and secretly fought against the Baili Family.
Despite various tricks and schemes from the Dugu Family, they could not shake Baili's status.
This also made the Qi Family, who secretly allied with the Dugu Family, essentially in opposition to the Baili Family.
The Qi Family had even attempted an assassination on Baili Xiyue under Dugu's secret orders!
Yet now, why was Baili Xiyue initiating a visit?
This event required absolute caution, not allowing any mishap!
Qi Xingchun immediately signaled to the family members behind him.
The family members immediately understood, and those arranged inside and outside the courtyard began to move.
At the same time, the one known as the Province City's top lady, with an incredibly esteemed status, Lady Baili, Baili Xiyue, officially entered!