Lu Yang, whom Tang Zixuan had always looked down upon, was actually a distinguished guest of Wei Mengyao. This was so ludicrous and dreamlike that Tang Zixuan momentarily thought he was dreaming. But when he bit his tongue and clearly felt the pain, he knew it wasn't a dream; it was reality.
However, seeing Wei Mengyao's gaze, Tang Zixuan instantly became terrified and immediately knelt on the ground, repeatedly begging Lu Yang for mercy. "Mr. Lu, I'm sorry. I judged you by your appearance. Please spare me!"
Seeing this, Lu Yang said nothing, merely shaking his head.
All the surrounding people's eyes widened. Many who heard Tang Zixuan's words recognized Lu Yang. Wasn't he the useless live-in son-in-law of the Tang family?
How could such a nobody suddenly have such a deep connection with the Wei family and become their honored guest?
Tang Shimin was also shocked. She vaguely recalled that when the president of the Chinese Traditional Chinese Medicine Association, Meng Hongda, took an apprentice last time, the witness, the mayor of Jiangbei City, Wei Guozhen, had said that Lu Yang was the savior of his father. Could it be because of this?
However, those attending Wei Mengyao's birthday banquet were mostly young people, outstanding disciples from various prominent families. These people had little interest in Meng Hongda and no one attended his apprenticeship ceremony, so they didn't recognize Lu Yang, nor did they know that Lu Yang was the savior of the Wei family patriarch.
"Mengyao, I know this person. He's the useless live-in son-in-law of the Tang family. How did he suddenly become a distinguished guest of the Wei family?" Guo Mingyang asked Wei Mengyao in shock.
"Wei Mingyang, if you continue to be disrespectful to Mr. Lu, don't blame me for falling out with you!" Wei Mengyao said directly upon hearing Guo Mingyang's words.
"Mengyao, what did you say? You're going to fall out with me for this good-for-nothing?"
"Fine, fine, fine. Do you believe me or not? I'll make this good-for-nothing disappear in minutes! He'll never appear in Jiangbei City again!" Guo Mingyang was also shocked by Wei Mengyao's words, his expression instantly changed, and he said coldly.
"Then try me!" Wei Mengyao also did not back down, giving Guo Mingyang no face at all.
All the surrounding onlookers were shocked. They couldn't fathom why Wei Mengyao would do this, falling out with Young Master Guo for a nobody? And this nobody was a live-in son-in-law!
Tang Shimin also witnessed a major spectacle. The useless person she disdained was actually so highly regarded by Miss Wei, and she was even willing to fall out with Guo Mingyang for Lu Yang! It was simply unbelievable. Tang Shimin found it difficult to accept.
"Good, very good. You guys just wait!" Guo Mingyang cast a cold glance at Wei Mengyao and Lu Yang, then turned and left.
"Mr. Lu, I'm sorry. I didn't consider things thoroughly and caused you to be wronged. Please, come in and join my birthday banquet now!" Wei Mengyao completely ignored Guo Mingyang's departure, turned to Lu Yang, and said respectfully.
"This little girl, wasn't her attitude very arrogant before? Why is she acting like this towards me now?"
"Could she be using me as a shield?" Lu Yang thought to himself, then walked inside with Wei Mengyao.
The others followed Wei Mengyao inside, leaving only Tang Zixuan kneeling there.
"Hmph, you dog. You're just being used as a shield by Miss Wei. Do you really think Miss Wei fancies you?"
"You're a piece of trash that can't be helped. Just wait to face Young Master Guo's wrath!"
"You've completely offended Young Master Guo this time. Just wait for your death!" Tang Zixuan slowly stood up and shouted coldly.
Soon, Lu Yang was led by Wei Mengyao to the center of the stage, and they cut the large cake together.
"Thank you, Mr. Lu, for coming to my birthday banquet!" Wei Mengyao smiled sweetly at Lu Yang. However, this smile made Lu Yang feel uncomfortable, always feeling as if this mischievous girl was using him.
After eating the cake, Wei Mengyao set Lu Yang aside and chatted happily with her girlfriends. Lu Yang, being sensible, sat alone in a corner, enjoying the pastries and wine.
Undoubtedly, the pastries here were excellent, and the wines were all air-freighted from abroad, possessing a superb taste.
At this moment, Tang Shimin walked over, looking at Lu Yang with no expression on her face.
"Shimin, please sit. These pastries are delicious. I remember you loved them before!" Lu Yang said, offering her a pastry.
"I never eat these things!" To Lu Yang's surprise, Tang Shimin directly refused.
"Uh... alright!" Lu Yang was helpless. In the three years since Tang Shimin lost her memory, she had loved eating these snacks the most. Every time Lu Yang went out, he would buy some to satisfy Tang Shimin's cravings. However, the Tang Shimin of today was no longer the same girl as before; even her tastes had changed.
"The show is over, why are you still lingering here? Are you still thinking of going home with Miss Wei?" Tang Shimin said coldly.
"Show?"
"What show?" Lu Yang asked curiously.
"Can't you tell?"
"Miss Wei was just using you as a shield, only getting close to you to get rid of Young Master Guo. You were just a pawn being used from beginning to end!" Tang Shimin continued.
"Uh, alright. Whether she uses me as a shield or not is her business; it doesn't seem to have much to do with me!"
"I'm just a bit hungry, I'll eat something here and then leave!" Lu Yang quickly said.
"Alas, you've offended Young Master Guo this time. Your chances are slim. I hope the disaster doesn't spread to the Tang family, otherwise, the Tang family will truly be finished!" Tang Shimin sighed deeply and then walked away directly.
Watching Tang Shimin's receding back, Lu Yang felt a pang of melancholy.
"What's wrong? Is your wife angry with you?" At this moment, Wei Mengyao walked over and asked Lu Yang with a smile.
"Isn't it all because of you?"
"How dare you scheme against me? Do you believe I'll tell your grandfather? I'll have your grandfather spank you!" Lu Yang looked at Wei Mengyao and said.
"It's not exactly scheming. I just don't like Guo Mingyang, and I couldn't find anyone else. I had to ask for your help this once. Don't worry, I owe you a favor, and I will definitely repay it!" Wei Mengyao quickly said.
"Alright then, just remember this favor!" Lu Yang said lightly.
"I heard you are the vice president of Black Dragon Capital?" Wei Mengyao asked Lu Yang directly.
"You investigated me?" Lu Yang's eyes narrowed, and he said coldly.
"Please, do I need to investigate something so obvious? You can just ask anyone on the street!"
"However, your Black Dragon Capital is being attacked by Ji Xueshuang of the Ji family of traditional Chinese medicine and two major corporations. Judging by the situation, it will be snatched away before long. Do you want me to repay this favor now and help you resolve this issue?" Wei Mengyao smiled slightly and continued speaking to Lu Yang.