Chapter 34 Brother Long's Face
Upon hearing Old Madam Liu's words, Wang Daohe's face instantly darkened.
He hadn't expected the old woman to be so shameless, asking for back something she had already given away.
However, as a museum director, he knew the importance of thick skin.
Museums had very little funding each year, yet they needed to collect artifacts for public viewing.
Therefore, Wang Daohe often cajoled people into donating antiques.
Over the years, his skin had become even tougher than steel plates.
Wang Daohe immediately burst into laughter, "Hahaha, Old Madam Liu, you're truly a joker! Besides, this painting was a gift from Mr. Chen. Mr. Chen has already agreed to donate it, and everyone around is a witness. Hahaha, it's not good to go back on your word, is it, Mr. Chen?"
Wang Daohe looked to Chen Yang for help.
Old Madam Liu also looked at Chen Yang, her face stern. "Chen Yang, tell him, wasn't that painting mine! You, my grandson-in-law, your gift this time is quite good, I like it very much. So..."
Old Madam Liu could only soften her stance now, using words to encourage Chen Yang to get the painting back.
Chen Yang directly interrupted Old Madam Liu's words, saying casually, "Oh, the painting has already been donated to the museum. Anyway, Grandma, if you like it, you can just go to the museum to see it often."
"You..." Old Madam Liu was instantly furious.
Wang Daohe, on the other hand, laughed heartily, "Thank you, Mr. Chen! I won't be staying for dinner. After I return, I will immediately make identification plaques for Mr. Chen's wife and your in-laws. Of course, Old Madam Liu also contributed, so I will give you one as well. You can come to admire it anytime you wish."
Wang Daohe turned and walked out.
The surrounding people chattered.
Old Madam Liu was so angry that flames seemed to shoot from her eyes, wanting to devour Chen Yang.
Just then.
From outside, a junior member of the Liu family loudly announced, "The Economic Advisor of Qingzhou City, Governor Zhou, has arrived!"
As this voice sounded.
Instantly, the entire Liu family living room erupted in excitement!
The Economic Advisor, Governor Zhou?
Could it be Zhou Sinian?
All the guests looked astonished and disbelieving!
"Which Governor Zhou? What's going on?"
"The Governor in charge of the economy, that must be Qingzhou's number one, Zhou Sinian! Why is Zhou Sinian attending a banquet at the humble Liu family?"
"Since when has the Liu family had connections with Zhou Sinian?! This is incredible!"
"My goodness, this is astonishing. Could it be that behind the Liu family, there's some powerful figure that even Zhou Sinian personally attended their banquet?"
Old Madam Liu was so excited she almost fell over. She trembled and said, "Quick, quick, go... go and welcome Governor Zhou!"
Liu Xin and Yang Long quickly supported the old woman.
Liu Xin seized the opportunity to say, "Grandma, our Liu family has never had much interaction with Governor Zhou. Perhaps he came because of Brother Long. You know, the Yang family has always had business dealings with Qingzhou officials."
"Is that so?" Old Madam Liu became even more excited.
At this moment.
Liu Ran also stood up and said to Chen Yang, "Chen Yang, let's go to the door to welcome him. Look, everyone else is going."
Chen Yang shook his head, "No need."
At this point, Liu Xin turned her head with a hint of disdain.
"Indeed, no need. A person like you, no matter how much you try to curry favor, will never be able to associate with a distinguished figure like Governor Zhou in this lifetime!" Liu Xin sneered.
Then, a group of people hurried excitedly towards the door.
Everyone was excited, thrilled, humble, and wore fawning smiles.
At the door.
Zhou Sinian felt uneasy.
This time, he didn't dare to bring any guards or bodyguards.
He only hoped that Chen Yang could forgive him!
Zhou Sinian touched the cloth bag in his hand.
The cloth bag was ordinary.
However, the jade bracelet inside was absolutely extraordinary.
This was a jade bracelet he had once exchanged for over seven million yuan and a great favor.
At this moment.
Suddenly, members of the Liu family rushed out, each bowing and smiling obsequiously at Zhou Sinian, welcoming him.
Zhou Sinian dared not be careless.
After all, these were Chen Yang's wife's family.
He lowered his posture and walked into the courtyard with the crowd.
Yang Long seized the opportunity to immediately shake Zhou Sinian's hand and said, "Governor Zhou, your visit is truly unexpected. My father, Yang Weitian, often mentions you, saying you are selfless and care for the world. His business dealings with you have always been smooth, and he has received much care. He often says he wants to visit you."
Zhou Sinian looked at Yang Long, whom he didn't recognize at all.
As for Yang Weitian, he didn't recall him well, only heard the name vaguely.
After all, there was a great deal of investment in infrastructure nowadays.
So, there were many people involved in public projects. Yang Weitian had only managed to secure a small landscaping project for the city.
Zhou Sinian naturally wouldn't remember.
However, at a time like this, Zhou Sinian dared not put on airs.
He nodded and said, "Oh, oh, alright, alright, hahaha."
Hearing this, Yang Long felt like he was floating.
Seeing Zhou Sinian's humble demeanor, the surrounding people were even more astonished!
What was going on?
Was the Liu family truly going to soar?
And it seemed that it was indeed because of Yang Long's influence that Zhou Sinian had come!
The Yang family was truly extraordinary! They seemed like a second-rate family, but they had deep ties with the Yang family of the four great families in the capital. Even Zhou Sinian gave them face!
Zhou Sinian took the opportunity to scan the venue.
He noticed that Chen Yang and Liu Ran were sitting calmly, not moving at all.
Seeing this, Zhou Sinian's anxiety grew even more.
He worried if Chen Yang was truly angry. Would Chen Yang accept his gift? Would he be able to save his life!
Zhou Sinian sighed softly.
He directly sat down at a table nearby.
"Oh dear, Mr. Zhou, please come to the head table," Old Madam Liu immediately invited.
Zhou Sinian immediately shook his head, smiling, "It's not appropriate, not appropriate. Today is the day your two granddaughters and grandsons-in-law are the main focus. As an outsider, I shouldn't join the fun. Please proceed as you wish."
Hearing Zhou Sinian say this, the crowd instantly buzzed.
"Indeed, indeed, he came to congratulate the Liu family because of the grandson-in-law's influence!"
"It seems that this Yang Long is truly extraordinary! Even Zhou Sinian personally attended his engagement banquet, how impressive!"
"I think the Liu family is truly going to soar. I never imagined Liu Xin would have such good fortune. Although her first marriage was to a loser, her second marriage has made her prosper."
"Tsk tsk, we should interact more with the Liu family in the future."
Liu Xin, arm in arm with Yang Long, heard the surrounding discussions. Her neck involuntarily stretched out, like a noble swan.
At this moment, she held her head high, radiant with pride!
Liu Xin returned to the head table and saw Chen Yang and Liu Ran sitting there, unmoving.
Suddenly, Liu Xin let out a snicker, laughing triumphantly. Her tone was filled with disdain, "Chen Yang, can you understand now why I had to kick you away! Because, from head to toe, you are a loser. Even when opportunities present themselves, you don't know how to grasp them or fight for them. A person like you is destined to be a nobody, an inferior being, your entire life. Look at my husband, Brother Long, and you'll understand where you lost!"