Chapter 720: Chapter 722: Seeing the Guest Off!
"Knock, knock." While several people were engaged in an animated conversation, the sound of knocking interrupted, followed by the maid’s voice, "Young Madam, lunch is ready."
"Alright, we know, we’ll be right there," Wang Xiangxiang replied.
The three glanced at each other, stood up, and Wang Xiangxiang smiled, "Come on, let’s go eat."
As they left the bridal chamber and arrived at the front hall outside, they joined Chu Lian and went to the dining hall. Since they were Chu Lian’s guests, they did not go to the main courtyard but stayed in Chu Lian’s own dining hall.
The meals were already laid out; upon reaching the dining hall, everyone took their seats, naturally each couple together.
All came from prestigious families, so each person sat very properly. Yang Ming was also handling everything well; only Xiaoxiao was not quite accustomed, but she still sat there calmly, waiting to start eating only after the host invited them to.
As expected, Chu Lian stood up, raised his glass, and uttered a string of elegant words. The last sentence she understood was the cue to start eating.
Everyone then began to eat; the Chu Family had prepared a sumptuous meal, and Xiaoxiao indeed enjoyed it immensely.
However...
"Wife, eat this, the doctor said this is good for the baby."
"Wife, have this, it’s lighter, to prevent nausea."
"Wife, this is your favorite, have some more."
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Throughout the meal, Chu Lian’s affectionate words to Wang Xiangxiang were constant; he had turned into a doting husband, making them almost envious.
While Chu Lian was taking care of Wang Xiangxiang, he did not forget the others at the table. Since he was the host and they were guests, he occasionally raised his glass to drink with everyone.
"Master Han, this glass is for you, congratulations on your union with Miss Wen Nuan."
"Thank you."
The table was filled with lively conversation. Since this time Han Yongsheng had really suffered a setback, Yang Ming declared at the table his willingness to cooperate with Yongan Fish Pond and even signed a contract on the spot, scheduling his brothers to go learn fish farming techniques in a few days.
But since the Yang Family’s fish pond was not yet fully prepared, and the houses in the pond area were unbuilt, it was decided to move the fishlings after the houses were completed, the timeframe set for the end of the month or early next month.
Han Yongsheng also agreed to Wen Nuan’s request to continue doing business, and Wang Xiangxiang and Wen Nuan fixed a few days later to meet for detailed talks. The collaboration between the two cloth shops was certain.
Everyone was very pleased with this outcome. If Han Yongsheng had chosen to stand against them at this moment, many matters would not have progressed so smoothly.
Just as the meal was about to end satisfactorily, a Little Maid rushed in.
She said anxiously, "Young master."
"What’s the matter?"
The Little Maid, trembling, said, "Young master, the lady has sent a message for you."
Chu Lian puzzled, unsure what his mother needed but seeing that the Little Maid meant for it to be private, calmed everyone before following her out.
A moment later, Chu Lian returned but his face was ashen. He quickly approached Han Yongsheng, and before anyone could react, he had grasped Han Yongsheng by the collar, his voice filled with indignation, "I never thought you could be so despicable."
After saying this, Chu Lian fiercely flung his hand away, turned his face angrily, and roared, "Show the guests out!"