"Ani, do you know how famous you are among ordinary people? You aren't a medical god yet, but in their hearts, you are a true divine doctor. A doctor who never fails. You must understand what such a healer means to them."
Zhu Yanyi sighed softly. "Students at the Sage Academy also study medicine. Why don't they go to those experts? Instead, they come to me, a commoner. It’s quite speechless." She smiled helplessly.
Yan Aohan chuckled lightly. "This shows your reputation is growing higher and higher."
Zhu Yanyi glanced at Yan Aohan. "It’s not really about reputation. I just feel they don’t need to do this. Besides, they probably think I am easier to control than the Sage Academy."
Although she said this, since the people had already arrived, Zhu Yanyi was not surprised. She would deal with them as they came.
Many guests were curious about the appearance of people from various sects. After all, this was not a masquerade ball. Their clothing and temperament clearly showed they were different. They formed their own group. However, this made Zhu Yanyi seem even more mysterious in their eyes.
At twelve o’clock, most guests had fallen asleep or left. Taishu Yuanxiang came out first. This time, Taishu Yuanxiang acted as the host himself, with someone else serving as the master of ceremonies.
"Hello everyone. I am Taishu Yuanxiang. Some call me Seventh Master. I believe almost everyone here knows me. So, I thank you all for taking time out of your busy schedules to attend this banquet at the Capital Club."
Taishu Yuanxiang wore a slight smile, though it held a hint of distance. Many here were acquaintances, but even more were strangers. If not for the true purpose of this banquet, Taishu Yuanxiang would not bother meeting these people.
"Today’s banquet has three purposes," Taishu Yuanxiang continued. "I believe most of you already know them."
Taishu Yuanxiang’s sharp gaze swept across everyone present.
"The first purpose is to celebrate the one-month birthday of my youngest son, Taishu Chun. A month ago, my second child entered this world. It brought me the joy of new life and made me realize my responsibilities have grown heavier. Of course, it also means I, Taishu Yuanxiang, have descendants. Taishu Industry will have a true heir after me."
These words shocked the audience. Taishu Yuanxiang was clearly stating that his son would be the solid future heir of Taishu Industry.
Taishu Yuanxiang looked at everyone and said, "I know many of you think you are related to me and believe Taishu Industry belongs to everyone. But today, I put this here: Taishu Industry was built by me, Taishu Yuanxiang. I hold seventy-nine percent of the shares. If I die, my property goes to my son. If my son meets any accident, hehe, then Taishu Industry will become the property of the Aoyan Foundation. So, stop having strange ideas. Don’t think I don’t know your private thoughts."
"Brother-in-law sounds quite cool today," Zhu Yanyi said softly to Yan Aohan beside her.
Yan Aohan nodded. "Recently, some people became restless knowing Taishu Seventh Master has an heir. They always think they contributed so much to Taishu Industry and deserve a share. Taishu Seventh Master did well today. At least, we don’t have to worry about people targeting your sister and Little Monkey in the future."
Zhu Yanyi naturally saw that Taishu Yuanxiang used the method of removing the firewood from under the pot. Although the method was old, the effect was still good. At least, no one would dare to scheme against Taishu Industry again.
Taishu Yuanxiang seemed to ignore the changed expressions of some people and continued with a smile. "Of course, today is not just for my son’s one-month celebration. There are two other major announcements. The second is that my brother-in-law, Zhu Zhibin, has won the National Top Scholar title."
Taishu Yuanxiang looked proud. "I, Taishu Yuanxiang, am just a rough person. Although I studied for a few years and learned many skills, compared to my brother-in-law, I am nothing. What is a National Top Scholar? In ancient times, it was an imperial grant, with flowers and horseback parades through the streets."
"Of course, we live in modern society now, so there are no such ceremonies. But the National Top Scholar still holds this honor. Not to mention, my brother-in-law is only thirteen years old."
Taishu Yuanxiang laughed self-deprecatingly. "I can’t even remember what mischief I was causing at thirteen. So, I deeply admire educated people."
"The last thing is that I want to introduce my father-in-law and mother-in-law to everyone," Taishu Yuanxiang chuckled.
"Many must wonder why I am introducing my parents-in-law. Am I flattering them? Well, it’s similar. But introducing people is different from flattery." Taishu Yuanxiang said calmly. "My parents-in-law deserve this serious introduction because they raised three excellent children."
"The first is my wife, Zhu Yanli. She graduated from the Capital Music Academy and is now somewhat famous. Of course, her most famous trait is not that, but that she married me." Taishu Yuanxiang said proudly.
"Nonsense," Zhu Yanli scolded with a laugh. "This man is becoming more and more improper."
Zhu Yanyi laughed along. "I never thought Brother-in-law would boast like this. Sister, does Brother-in-law act like this at home too?"
"Just forget you heard it. I’ll settle the score with her when we return." Zhu Yanli’s face turned slightly red, but she continued listening.
Mr. Ye beside them laughed. "This boy has thick skin. But if a boy doesn’t have thick skin, he won’t find a good wife. Look, aren’t you his wife now?"
"Teacher~" Zhu Yanli was amused and surprised that her teacher could be so playful.
Taishu Yuanxiang outside didn’t know what was happening in the private room. she continued, "Don’t think I have thick skin. I am telling the truth. If my wife weren’t good, would I like her? It’s because she is excellent and gentle that I worked so hard to win her. Alright, I can’t say more, or my wife won’t come out to meet everyone. I have thick skin, but my wife has thin skin."
This remark caused a round of laughter from the audience.