Although Ye Sa introduced Ye Qiu to Liu Wen, Xu Rui, and Wang Lin.
However, the three of them didn’t talk much with Ye Qiu. At their level, unless the other party has a strong background, they wouldn’t easily make friends.
Moreover, among the four young masters of Capital City, their relationship couldn’t really be considered friendly; it was merely superficial cordiality.
The four families had significant open and covert struggles over territories in Capital City. As the younger generation representing their respective powers, it was natural for the four of them to want to establish a hierarchy.
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Since they were unwilling to talk much with him, Ye Qiu didn’t care to bother with these few who grew up with silver spoons.
The group left the VIP room and entered the main hall, where the crowd had doubled compared to earlier.
It was noticeable that many middle-aged and even some elderly faces appeared.
Liu Wen, Wang Lin, and Xu Rui each went up to their respective family elders. Ye Qiu saw that the figures these three heirs approached stood at the forefront, with people around them instinctively making room, clearly wary of them.
This is probably what the big shots of Capital City look like.
Ye Qiu glanced at those middle-aged and elderly individuals; each bore the distinct charisma of high-ranking individuals, a trait that cannot be feigned and is naturally developed from years of holding high positions.
"Brother Ye Qiu, I’m sorry you were slighted just now," said Ye Sa, appearing beside him and apologizing.
Ye Sa had been called away by Ye Shuang. When he returned to the VIP room, he found Liu Wen and the others chatting together while Ye Qiu was left out like a stranger, which made him feel somewhat guilty. Perhaps he shouldn’t have left Ye Qiu alone with them to avoid that awkward situation.
"It’s alright. I am not part of their circle; their disregard is expected," Ye Qiu replied indifferently, taking it in stride, though this made Ye Sa feel more apologetic.
Ye Qiu had saved his grandfather’s life, making him Ye Sa’s benefactor. Yet to be ignored made Ye Sa lose face.
When Elder Ye stepped in front of everyone, applause broke out.
Elder Ye waved his hand slightly, and the sound gradually faded, quieting down the hall.
"Thank you all for coming to see me, a man halfway into the grave. But King Yan has not summoned me yet, allowing me a few more years," Elder Ye’s voice was resolute and powerful. His vigorous demeanor caught many by surprise, raising eyebrows.
Of course, some frowned.
Although tonight was to celebrate Elder Ye’s recovery, many came just to check on his physical condition since his health would determine their decisions.
Elder Ye, a figure akin to a living fossil, afforded the Ye family another stable day as long as he lived. Seeing Elder Ye so energetic, some felt the need to promptly adjust their actions, as this old man seemed quite robust and not merely showing a brief revival as some might have described.
The families of the other three heirs were the first affected; they were covertly planning to take over the Ye family’s influence once Elder Ye passed. But looking at how things stood, it now seemed unfeasible.
If targeted by this living fossil-level figure, even the Liu, Xu, and Wang families would suffer.
Nowadays, if one speaks of the Ye family’s strength, it all hinges on Grandpa Ye, who supports the entire Ye family’s position in Capital City.
Ye Sa’s father, who committed suicide a few years ago due to depression, dealt a huge blow to the Ye family and Grandpa Ye. Because of this, the position of the Ye family in society has declined significantly, primarily because there was one less person with a bright political future. The Ye family lacked other outstanding key figures and the only remarkable one was Ye Sa. As for Ye Shuang, although quite clever, she is still young and being a girl, she cannot bear the entire responsibility of the Ye family; thus, this burden inevitably fell on Ye Sa.
Therefore, Grandpa Ye has been paving the way for Ye Sa throughout these years. However, in politics, Ye Sa is too young, and rising to prominence is not something that can happen within a year or two; it still requires a long period of cultivation.
Grandpa Ye, too, is pushing himself, living until now, not wanting to see the decline of the Ye family.
"I initially thought that after this old man dies, I would take over the Ye family. It seems I can only delay that." The middle-aged man next to Liu Wen said indifferently.
A similar scene was also taking place in the households of Xu Rui and Wang Lin.
The struggle between these four major young clans appears peaceful on the surface, but beneath it, the currents are turbulent and filled with murderous intent.
Grandpa Ye said a lot, implying that he wants Ye Sa to succeed him and for those who have received his favor before to help Ye Sa, the successor.
Many present had received Grandpa Ye’s favor, thus making great strides in their political careers. Today, after Grandpa Ye’s speech, these people need to repay that favor, focusing it on Ye Sa.
This was clear to Liu Wen, Wang Lin, and Xu Rui as well.
It appears that Ye Sa might be raised to a status equal to that of their fathers, prompting someone to sneer, "Rushing his growth , can it really revive the Ye family? I doubt it."
"Losing a son, Grandpa Ye didn’t just lose affection but also the future of the Ye family. Now, it has been many years since the backbone of the family died, if Grandpa Ye doesn’t support Ye Sa quickly, after his death, it’s uncertain if the Ye family will even exist in Capital City. Rather than saying he is rushing the growth, it is more like he is compelled by circumstances, with no other choice."
"A youngster in his twenties being pushed to such a high position by his elders, to compete with us, Grandpa Ye is making a final toss."
"It’s a risky all-or-nothing attempt, there might be a chance for survival, but it could also be a plunge into an abyss, resulting in total destruction. Grandpa Ye is ultimately old, even though he has organized this banquet and gathered everyone here, how many will truly repay their debts of gratitude?"
Whether it’s the other three major young family clans or old cadres who once worked under Grandpa Ye, they all have their own thoughts at this moment.
As the conversation reached this point, everyone thought Grandpa Ye had finished speaking, but as he continued, many faces shifted.
"Today, I want to specially thank a young friend. If it wasn’t for him pulling me back from the brink of death, I might have long been gone."
"This young friend and I share a unique bond; he is a relative of mine. His medical skills are superb, akin to the ancient Hua Tuo, and I have always been grateful to him."
"Taking advantage of today, I want to express my gratitude to this young friend."
With that, Grandpa Ye looked towards where Ye Qiu was, and instantly, as Grandpa Ye’s gaze shifted, all eyes followed.
In an instant, Ye Qiu became the center of attention at the event.
Everyone wanted to see what the Divine Doctor who cured Grandpa Ye looked like, but when they saw Ye Qiu’s young face, many were puzzled.
Is this young man the Divine Doctor mentioned by Grandpa Ye? The Hua Tuo of this era?