His expression suggested he had everything planned.
However, the crowd was filled with doubt, wondering where Ye Fei’s confidence came from.
Not to mention others, even the Great Grandmother looked at Ye Fei with a hint of confusion.
Although she hadn’t spent too much time with Ye Fei, her impression was that he was far from simple!
Could it be that Ye Fei truly had a trump card?
As the Great Grandmother pondered this, she couldn’t find an answer after much thought!
Putting aside whether Ye Fei was strong enough to hold his ground, even if he had one or two people, they would still be no match for the other collateral branches.
After all, each of these twelve branches had brought at least dozens of business partners!
How could they possibly compare?
Heh, a young kid trying to contend with someone who had lived for a hundred years was still too naive!
Thinking this, the Great Grandmother couldn't help but feel a sense of smugness.
“Zhang Daqiang, the head of the Zhang family, has arrived!”
Just as everyone was lost in their own thoughts, or perhaps watching the spectacle with amusement, a shout rang out.
Swish! Swish!
Upon hearing the announcement, all eyes snapped towards the entrance.
Zhang Daqiang, the head of the Zhang family!
He was a significant figure in Jiangdong!
His stature was far greater than the husband of a certain company or the CEO of a certain corporation.
Of course, this wasn't to say that all CEOs of companies and corporations were inferior to him!
However, he was, after all, the head of a family. A family represented not just a single company, but the master of an entire industry.
Take their Qin family for example. The Qin family had thirteen branches. Although it was now only a second-rate family,
the Qin family’s companies and industries, large and small, numbered over a dozen.
In this context, it was natural that the arrival of the head of the Zhang family caused quite a stir.
“Whose side is this Zhang family head on?”
At this moment, someone inquired.
“I’m not sure! I haven’t heard of any business dealings between the Qin family and the Zhang family before.”
“Could it be a new business cooperation recently reached between the Qin family and the Zhang family?”
“No, no. In my opinion, it might be because the Qin family is about to join the Jiulong Chamber of Commerce, and the Zhang family might be trying to build good relations in advance.”
From afar, the guests from various families began to whisper amongst themselves.
However, after much discussion, no one could figure out which side Zhang Daqiang belonged to.
But when Qin Ling, from the twelfth branch of the Qin family, saw Zhang Daqiang, her expression suddenly changed!
Others might not know who Zhang Daqiang was affiliated with, but how could she not?
Previously, when she was in Longhai, Zhang Daqiang had been there!
Moreover, he had spoken up for Ye Fei at the time, standing with Qin Bing and her family!
Given this, it was easy to infer who he was aligned with.
Unlike others who were ready to capitalize on misfortune, Qin Ling’s thoughts were different!
Because she had witnessed Ye Fei’s capabilities in Longhai.
And since arriving in Jiangdong, Ye Fei’s performance had continuously shocked her.
She suspected that today’s banquet might not be as simple as it appeared.
Perhaps there were even bigger events to come, or rather, significant surprises.
Therefore, she simply sat and watched quietly.
“Uncle Zhang, over here, over here…”
Just as everyone was wondering about Zhang Daqiang’s allegiance, Qin Bing’s eyes lit up, and she called out.
Swish! Swish!
It was better if everyone hadn’t heard Qin Bing’s call. Upon hearing it, they immediately turned their heads in unison.
Could it be that Zhang Daqiang was with Qin Bing’s family?
“Bingbing, it’s been a long time. Uncle Zhang is a bit late.”
While everyone was lost in thought, Zhang Daqiang smiled directly at Qin Bing and her family and strode over.
Whoosh!
At this moment, a wave of astonishment swept through the entire venue!
Everyone’s eyes widened, filled with shock and disbelief!
This was simply astounding.
Didn’t Qin老爷子's family just arrive from Longhai City? How could they have such strong connections?
Everyone’s minds raced, but no answers were forthcoming.
Swish! Swish!
Not far away, the Great Grandmother’s expression also changed slightly.
However, her expression only changed slightly.
The other branches of the Qin family were not to be trifled with!
Although Zhang Daqiang’s status in Jiangdong was not insignificant!
The other branches of the Qin family had even more extensive connections!
Therefore, compared to them, Zhang Daqiang was still somewhat lacking.
Thus, even with Qin Bing’s invitation, Zhang Daqiang wouldn’t be able to make much of a difference.
However, even so, the other branches of the Qin family began to exert all their efforts to call for support!
Especially the business partners. Upon learning that this was not only about the strength and honor of each branch, but also concerning the next head of the Qin family,
all the business partners began making calls, bringing in anyone they could to support the occasion.
Originally, this was merely the Great Grandmother’s birthday banquet.
But now, following Ye Fei’s bet with the Great Grandmother, it had transformed into a massive call-for-support gathering.
Now, it was a competition to see whose network was wider and whose connections were more numerous.
As for Qin Bing’s side, although Zhang Daqiang’s arrival had caused some sensation at first,
after he arrived, half an hour passed without anyone else showing up, which led to sighs and mockery from the crowd.
It seemed Zhang Daqiang was also blind, having chosen the wrong side.
One could say that if he had chosen another family with stronger backing, with his own status and position, he might have been able to win today!
In that case, wouldn’t the benefits of his chosen branch becoming the future head of the Qin family be even greater?
These were things that any intelligent person could see, yet Zhang Daqiang couldn’t, which made people lament his lack of foresight.
“Uncle Zhang, you must have many connections in Jiangdong, right?”
At this moment, Qin Bing looked at Zhang Daqiang and said after taking a deep breath.
“Hmm?”
Upon hearing Qin Bing’s words, Zhang Daqiang’s expression froze.
Then, Zhang Daqiang looked at Qin Bing.
Qin Bing also looked back at Zhang Daqiang.
Although Qin Bing hadn’t explicitly stated her request, Zhang Daqiang understood her intentions from her expression.
Therefore, before Qin Bing could speak, Zhang Daqiang immediately said, “Are you asking Uncle Zhang to make calls and find people to support you?”
Zhang Daqiang looked at Qin Bing and said with a smile.
“Yes… yes, you see, our branch currently only has you, Uncle Zhang…”
Qin Bing’s pretty face flushed, and she immediately spoke to Zhang Daqiang.
Then, Qin Bing looked at Zhang Daqiang with anticipation.
Not only Qin Bing, but also Qin老爷子 and the others, looked at Zhang Daqiang with anticipation.
Even if Zhang Daqiang called for support, they might not necessarily win.
But at least, it wouldn’t be so awkward, would it?
However, to everyone’s surprise, under their gaze, Zhang Daqiang directly shook his head and said, “I’m afraid that won’t be possible…”
“Why? Uncle Zhang…”
Qin Bing had expected Zhang Daqiang to agree, but he directly refused.
Qin Bing immediately became anxious and was about to speak.
Unfortunately, before she could, Zhang Daqiang interrupted her.
“Bingbing, my dear girl, it’s not that Uncle Zhang doesn’t want to help you. It’s just that the people Uncle Zhang could call are not qualified to sit here.”
“Let alone others, even Uncle Zhang himself is only barely qualified to be here.”
As Zhang Daqiang spoke, he glanced at Ye Fei.
His words were not unfounded, as he was aware of certain matters.
However, while he was aware, he wouldn’t directly reveal them.