Chapter 368 Self-Imposed Three Drinks
After returning from Tianhe Jewelry Store, Tian Feiyang told his father about meeting Chen Xuan. His father thought they should forge a good relationship with Chen Xuan. Upon hearing this, Tian Feiyang regretted not getting Chen Xuan's phone number. In such a vast sea of people, where would he find Chen Xuan?
He hadn't expected to run into him again now. This was truly wonderful!
This single address, "Mr. Chen," dumbfounded everyone. It seemed that this Young Master Tian knew Chen Xuan, and quite well at that.
Everyone looked at Chen Xuan as if they had seen a ghost.
Chen Xuan didn't seem like someone who would associate with Tian Feiyang.
"I was just coming to move a chair for you."
Chen Xuan pointed to a nearby chair and said calmly.
"Damn it! How dare you order Mr. Chen around? You old fool, I'm giving you too much face!"
Tian Feiyang suddenly understood what was happening and slapped Tang Yongnian across the face.
Tang Yongnian was completely stunned. "Young Master Tian, why are you hitting my dad?" Tang Feng said hurriedly.
"Hitting your dad? How dare you order Mr. Chen around? Let me tell you, I'm already being generous by not tearing down your Tang family!"
Tian Feiyang's cold gaze swept over the Tang family, making their scalps tingle.
Tang Feng was utterly bewildered. Could this Chen Xuan truly be a big shot that even Young Master Tian feared so much?
All the Tang family members' mouths twitched severely.
"Mr. Chen, please sit. I'll stand!"
Tian Feiyang quickly made way for Chen Xuan to sit on a chair, then took a step back, clasped his hands in a salute, and bowed respectfully: "Mr. Chen, Tian Feiyang, representing the Tian family, wishes you a Happy New Year!"
"I apologize for disturbing you earlier and will fine myself three drinks!"
After speaking, Tian Feiyang picked up his wine glass and toasted Chen Xuan with three drinks.
Tang Feng knew that Tian Feiyang was allergic to alcohol and rarely drank. Yet, he had just downed three cups!
The Tang family watched in stunned silence.
Tang Yongnian covered his old face, trembling and filled with fear. He no longer dared to seek justice.
After three drinks, Tian Feiyang was already tipsy, his face flushed. Unable to hold his liquor, he was helped away by his companions.
Silence fell again in the private room.
The Tang family members stared at each other, their eyes occasionally glancing at Chen Xuan's family, seemingly very curious about their identity. Even Old Master Tang signaled to Aunt Tang.
"Aunt, when did you meet such a distinguished guest? You didn't introduce us. It's fine if you kept it to yourself, but we hope the Tang family didn't mistreat him."
A tactful woman from the Tang family stood up and chided Aunt Tang.
Chen Xuan had seen this woman earlier. She was a staunch supporter of Tang Ruoyu's family, but now it seemed she had switched allegiance.
"Aunt, this is the gold necklace I bought. You'll look beautiful wearing it!"
"Oh, it is beautiful!"
"I also have a newly bought jade bracelet here, worth thirty-six thousand. I don't deserve such a fine item, but... Aunt, you wearing it really suits you. Consider it my filial piety."
Following her lead, someone started it, and many began to curry favor with Aunt Tang and Chen Xuan's family. Even Old Master Tang toasted Aunt Tang and Chen Xuan's family.
Tang Ruoyu and Tang Yongnian's families felt very uncomfortable, only able to force smiles, especially since even the Tian family treated Chen Xuan with such respect.
"Big sister, I was wrong all these years. I apologize to you here," Tang Ruoyu said with a fawning smile.
Zhao Lingling also picked up her wine glass and respectfully called out "Aunt."
"Sister, it was my fault before."
Uncharacteristically, Tang Yongnian and Tang Feng also spoke softly to Aunt Tang and raised their glasses in toast.
Aunt Tang raised a glass and downed it in one gulp. Her eyes showed a hint of pride, and she was also teary-eyed. Ever since marrying a drunkard, she had never been able to hold her head up in this family. Now, she could finally stand tall and be respected.
Song Ping was also touched. However, she couldn't drink, so she held a drink and took a small sip.
Afterwards, Tang Yongnian and Tang Feng respectfully came to toast Chen Xuan and apologize to him.
The toasts were endless, and the conversations were very enthusiastic.
It was as if today was not the Tang family's annual meeting, but a welcome party for Chen Xuan's family!
"Hahaha, Dad, I wonder if I'm late?"
Just then, a hearty laugh rang out.
Everyone turned their heads at the sound and saw a middle-aged man in a suit walk in. He was tall and well-built, with a refined appearance and an imposing demeanor. He walked with his feet turned outward, exuding an air of officialdom, clearly someone who had spent time in the political arena.
This man was Tang Yunpeng, the adopted son of Old Master Tang. He was younger than Old Master Tang's own children but had achieved the most.
He was currently the Secretary-General of the Jiangzhou Municipal Government. His rank was one level higher than the head of the police department. Crucially, he was someone close to high-ranking officials, so who would dare to ignore him?
The rapid development of the Tang family in recent years was largely due to Tang Yunpeng's connections; otherwise, they would have been investigated countless times by higher authorities.
Upon seeing Tang Yunpeng, the Tang family erupted. Even Old Master Tang stood up with a smile.
"Yunpeng!"
"Good boy, you actually came!"
"If Young Master Tian were here, he would probably toast you too!"
The guests invited by the Tang family also widened their eyes, thinking the Tang family had become impressive, with Tang Yunpeng returning!
"Dad, I'm here to wish you a Happy New Year!"
Tang Yunpeng walked forward and respectfully paid his respects to Old Master Tang.
"Yunpeng, you're working for the government now, you don't need to salute me!"
Before Tang Yunpeng could bow, Old Master Tang stopped him.
For Old Master Tang to adopt such a humble stance, it was likely only for his adopted son.
"Dad, then I won't be polite." Tang Yunpeng chuckled.
"Why be polite? We're all family. Sit down! Sit down!"
Old Master Tang warmly took Tang Yunpeng's hand, and those sitting next to Old Master Tang quickly made space for Tang Yunpeng, who then sat beside him.
Old Master Tang smiled and said, "Yunpeng, why are you so late?"
Tang Yunpeng's pupils contracted, and he said with a smile, "I haven't been home for New Year's for two consecutive years. Mayor Huang had already approved my return home this year, but some matters arose, which caused the delay."
"What matters? Who would dare to prevent someone favored by Mayor Huang from returning home for New Year's? Uncle, you should teach them a lesson later." A younger member of the Tang family said excitedly, as if Tang Yunpeng held immense power.
"That's right, even Mayor Huang approved your return home for New Year's, who would dare to stop you?"
The Tang family members laughed heartily.
They straightened their backs and wore proud expressions, happier than if they themselves held high office.
The Tang family's guests also marveled, thinking the Tang family was truly accomplished!
Unexpectedly, Tang Yunpeng's pupils contracted, but his tone remained condescending: "A major incident occurred in Jiangzhou, which is why Mayor Huang kept me. Otherwise, who would dare to prevent Tang Yunpeng from returning home for New Year's?"
The Tang family members were ecstatic. Tang Yunpeng was so awesome! Second only to one, above ten thousand others!
Old Master Tang asked curiously, "Yunpeng, what happened that even Mayor Huang was alarmed?"
Tang Yunpeng hesitated for a moment, then looked at the Tang family: "This matter is of great importance, and I shouldn't speak of it. However, since we are all family, it's fine to say, but no one is allowed to speak of it outside."
Upon hearing this, they knew it was a major event, and the Tang family's eyes were filled with curiosity.
Old Master Tang was cautious, knowing that if certain matters were leaked, it could affect Tang Yunpeng's future: "Yunpeng, perhaps it's better not to, to avoid violating discipline."
"It's fine. In Jiangzhou, Mayor Huang values me highly. No one dares to touch me."
Tang Yunpeng also had a hint of showing off, as spreading some high-level information would make the Tang family admire and flatter him even more.
This display of arrogance was indeed effective. When the Tang family heard this, their faces turned red with excitement.
The Tang family had produced a dragon!
Old Master Tang, worried about affecting Tang Yunpeng's future, also issued a stern warning: "Anyone who speaks of this will be expelled from the Tang family!"
All the Tang family members shrank their necks, nodding like pounding garlic, their gazes all fixed on Tang Yunpeng.
What exactly had happened in Jiangzhou?
Chen Xuan was also a little curious.