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Chapter 127: The Grand Banquet of the Aristocracy
As the Bird Woman spoke, her voice suddenly faded away. Xiao Yun, feeling dazed for a moment, jolted awake as if from a dream. He opened his eyes and found himself still sitting cross-legged on the bed.
With the intelligence he possessed, Xiao Yun quickly grasped the process of cultivating the Seven-Colored Heart Pearl from the explanation given by the little bell, and he couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement.
Wow, that Old Man is incredibly flirtatious! The cultivation of the Seven-Colored Heart Pearl is always tied to beautiful women. Each upgrade requires interaction with different women to unleash the maximum energy within. Ah, I really am fortunate in love!
Especially during the peak period of cultivation, it was truly powerful; this was the rhythm of a mortal cultivating immortality. Xiao Yun felt a rush of emotions and was filled with anticipation for the future.
Can this really be achieved? For a moment, Xiao Yun's thoughts wandered, and he felt waves of excitement surging in his chest, as if a golden path was unfolding before his eyes…
Just as Xiao Yun was feeling pleased with himself, he realized that the little bell was no longer by his side. Huh? Where did that little bird go?
"Hey, little bird, where have you gone?" Xiao Yun called out as he looked around the empty room.
With a crash, the little bell burst through the window from outside.
At some point, the little bell had already put on clothes. As she entered through the window, her garments fluttered as if she were a fairy.
Unexpectedly transformed into a human, the little bell could still fly with grace.
Xiao Yun was both astonished and envious.
"What were you doing just now?" Looking at his bedroom window that had been damaged by her entrance, Xiao Yun couldn't help but smile wryly; he would have to find time tomorrow to get it repaired.
The little bell replied, "I went to chase someone!"
Xiao Yun was momentarily stunned and asked, "Chasing someone? Who are we chasing?"
Little Bell sighed, "While I was organizing the data of the Seven-Colored Heart Pearl in your body, it seems your Heavenly Spirit Essence leaked out, and someone sensed it and came to spy. Fortunately, I discovered it in time, but by the time I rushed outside to investigate, that person had already escaped. However, from the aura left behind, I found out that this person is actually not Huaxia People!"
Not a Huaxia Person? Xiao Yun was taken aback and thought about his encounters at Dreamy Inn. Could it be those guys from Island Nation who were with Wilson?
When he first met them at Dreamy Inn, Xiao Yun could tell at a glance that they were not ordinary people.
After he shared his speculation with Little Bell, she pondered for a moment and said, "It's very likely them. It seems that when you chase Duan Qingxue tomorrow, you'll need to handle it well!"
...
Another beautiful morning arrived.
The sunlight once again opened the curtain of life.
Every morning brings evergreen hope that rises endlessly in people's hearts along with the sun.
As usual, every morning, Xiao Yun sat on his bed facing the eastern window and silently practiced for a while.
Then, feeling refreshed, he went to the kitchen to prepare breakfast.
After breakfast was ready, Little Bell also got up. After washing up, she came to the dining table and inhaled the fragrant millet porridge. She exaggeratedly gaped and praised, "Kid, your porridge smells amazing! This beauty likes it!"
Xiao Yun proudly replied, "Hehe, what can I do that you wouldn't like? Last night we had such an experience; weren't you thrilled?"
"Pah! Did you have to say it out loud?" Little Bell's face turned red.
Since this little bird became human, it surprisingly learned to feel shy.
"Tell me, when will you attend the banquet at the Duan Family?" Little Bell asked.
Xiao Yun replied, "Later, I don't see the point in arriving early."
He knew that many different people would be rushing to the banquet today, and he wasn't quite accustomed to such a lively atmosphere.
Little Bell nodded and said, "Alright, I'll stay in your ring and accompany you there!"
Thinking about what he had to face today, Xiao Yun sent a text message to Luo Mingyue: Sister Mingyue, I can't meet you today; I have something to take care of. Let's meet another day...
At this moment, outside the European-style Emperor Hotel, cars were bustling and the scene was lively.
In the parking lot, BMWs had become ordinary vehicles; Ferraris and Lamborghinis were the real stars here.
After all, who is Duan Haoran? He is a well-known figure in the business world of Galaxy City. Both local officials and businessmen feel honored to be associated with the Duan Family.
Moreover, today was the day when Wilson from America was proposing to Duan Qingxue.
Anyone with sense understood that this day was extraordinary. Being able to attend this banquet was a rare opportunity; once missed, it would be hard to find another chance.
If one could take this opportunity to flatter Wilson a bit, perhaps earning a smile from this foreign gentleman could lead to a significant turnaround in fortune.
In China, there always seem to be some individuals who are overly eager to please foreigners, willing to bow and scrape before them.
The grand banquet was indeed impressive.
Early in the morning, those who received invitations to the feast arrived in droves, each dressed elegantly and radiating confidence. Those who were shorter worried about not being seen and specially added three-inch lifts to their shoes.
Those without invitations formed a long line at the back door of the hotel, holding heavy gifts in their left hands and application forms in their right, requesting invitations from the butler of Duan Residence. Naturally, the butler was busy sweating, needing to verify identities and conduct various detailed identity checks, which was even stricter than attending a national banquet.
Ouyang Bing from the Criminal Investigation Team also arrived, but she was not there to attend the banquet; instead, she was responsible for security during the event. After all, Wilson's status was prominent, and if anything went wrong at the Galaxy, it would no longer be just a matter for the Duan Family or Galaxy; it would escalate to an international issue.
Ouyang Bing deployed dozens of armed Criminal Police Officers throughout the banquet hall while she moved back and forth, her vigilant eyes scanning every guest.
At the hotel entrance, bodyguards stood in formation, with Gu Tianfeng and An Yiran flanking either side of the door. Duan Haoran stood nearby, frequently cupping his fists in greeting to the arriving guests.
Cars continuously drove into the parking lot, with almost every prominent figure from Galaxy City invited.
Around nine o'clock, Mayor Shen Tieshan arrived with his wife Xiao Ling and daughter Shen Ruolan.
Seeing Duan Haoran at the entrance, Shen Tieshan quickly stepped forward, grasped Duan Haoran's hand, and laughed heartily, "Mr. Duan, it's a pleasure to meet you. I came specifically to pay my respects!"
"Ha ha! Mayor Shen, your presence is an honor for me!" Duan Haoran responded with a hearty laugh.
Shen Ruolan stepped forward and said, "Grandpa Duan!"
Shen Tieshan quickly introduced her: "This is my daughter Ruo Lan!"
Duan Haoran looked at the young lady in surprise and remarked, "Mayor Shen, your young lady is truly a natural beauty; she is destined for great fortune!"
"Not at all! You flatter me, Mr. Duan!" Shen Tieshan replied with a smile.
Soon, An Yiran came over, leading Shen Tieshan's family inside.
At that moment, another voice rang out: "Grandpa Duan, I'm here!"
Duan Haoran turned to look, and a young man appeared before him. Dressed in designer clothes and with an arrogant demeanor, he couldn't immediately recall which family's Young Master he was.
Behind the young man stood two extremely peculiar women, one in a black leopard print skirt and the other in white. They were both beautiful, but there was a hint of malice in their expressions.
Don't ask; this man and these two women were none other than Song Tianxing, Black Fox, and White Cat.
"May I ask who you are..." Duan Haoran hesitated to inquire.
Song Tianxing looked up and smiled, saying, "Grandpa Duan, I am Tianxing. I came from Beijing. My father is unwell and couldn't attend my cousin Qingxue's engagement banquet, so he specifically asked me to come!"
Upon hearing this, surprise appeared on Duan Haoran's face.
Originally, Duan Haoran did not intend to send an invitation to Song Chaoyang. However, considering that his sister had married his son—though she was no longer alive—he still felt that from Duan Qingxue's perspective, he was indeed her uncle.
In the customs of the galaxy, there are two sayings: "The thunder god is great in the sky; the maternal uncle is great on the ground." Duan Haoran didn't want to be the subject of gossip, so he specially sent someone to Beijing to deliver the invitation.
In his mind, Song Chaoyang would never show up; he just didn't expect that he would send his son instead.
"Haha, it's Tianxing! Great! I saw you once back in the day when you were just a child. I can't believe you've grown up so fast!" Duan Haoran's gaze shifted to the two women behind him. "May I ask who they are..."
Song Tianxing replied, "They are my father's subordinates who came with me."
As he spoke, Black Fox stepped forward carrying a box. She opened it and presented it to Duan Haoran with a charming smile. "Old sir, this is a gift from our Song family for you, just a token of our appreciation!"
Duan Haoran took a look and was momentarily stunned!
Inside the box was actually a pair of Sui Dynasty Jade Porcelain Tribute Vases, an exquisite item that could not be valued in this market.
"Ah, such a precious gift, how can I accept it!" Duan Haoran's heart raced, shocked beyond belief. He never expected Song Chaoyang to present such a valuable item so readily.
He knew very well the kind of person Song Chaoyang was; someone who would pick up dirt from the ground even if he fell, always seeking profit. There must be some ulterior motive behind this gesture.
Song Tianxing smiled and said, "Grandpa Duan, please don't be so polite. Besides, our families, the Songs and the Duans, are relatives. If we keep pushing each other away, it would seem distant and insincere!"
"Alright, alright, then I will accept it!" Duan Haoran felt uneasy but managed a shy smile.
"Grandpa Duan is indeed a straightforward person!" It seemed as if it was not Duan Haoran giving gifts but rather Song Tianxing receiving them, as he gave a thumbs-up in praise.
Seeing this somewhat arrogant demeanor, Duan Haoran felt a slight tightening in his chest.
An Yiran came over and led Song Tianxing and the others into the hotel.
Before long, Cheng Yuanzhao arrived with his wife Hao Meiyun and Cheng Hu.
—Why are they here too? The Pinnacle of Elegance has been updated.
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