Xu Zhaopei did not expect Elder Sun Guoting to pull such a move. Presenting the family heirloom publicly, the intention behind this act was clear.
Today was the birthday celebration of Elder Xu, where numerous prominent figures gathered, including Yanjing’s Zhao Wuyan. This move by Sun Guoting was practically forcing her to comply.
Everyone present stared at Xu Zhaopei and Sun Guoting in astonishment.
Earlier at the door, seeing Xu Zhaopei and Fang Yu being affectionate had already drawn eager onlookers.
Xu Zhaopei hesitated.
She needed to weigh the consequences of refusal.
Seeing she didn’t object, Sun Guoting smiled and said, "Junzhong, come over... and put this on Peipei."
"Yes."
Sun Junzhong approached respectfully.
But at that moment—
Fang Yu stepped out from the crowd and said loudly:
"Excuse me, she is my wife..."
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...
In that instant, the whole hall fell silent, the air seemed to freeze, as if everything had come to a standstill. Everyone’s gaze turned toward Fang Yu, who looked relaxed and indifferent, like a bumpkin.
Time passed very slowly, as if in slow motion.
Sun Junzhong’s expression slightly changed, he turned his head and said—
"It’s you again?!"
Hearing this, the furious Sun Guoting at the main seat asked, "Junzhong, who is this?"
"Fang Yu, a doctor." Sun Junzhong did not want to cause conflict on this joyful occasion, so he refrained from fully exposing Fang Yu’s identity.
A doctor?
Sun Guoting’s eyes were piercing, sharp as knives fixed on Fang Yu.
A mere doctor, daring to be presumptuous here.
That look was extraordinary.
Others felt its immense pressure.
But...
Fang Yu knew this was a special ability typical of Martial Arts masters. The spirit of a Martial Arts master could override others, causing psychological and mental devastation.
Ordinary people could only achieve this in coincidences, such as scaring someone by pretending to be a ghost.
Martial Arts masters often needed just one look, that was enough.
Fang Yu smiled slightly, his eyes meeting the challenge.
Completely unafraid.
Dealing with this kind of pressure was simple... One must not cower in spirit, exaggerate their Will, and remain as steady as a rock!
Suddenly, Sun Guoting’s daunting presence dispersed!
Hmm?
Sun Guoting was shocked, his eyes intensely fixed on Fang Yu, he demanded, "Who exactly are you?"
He couldn’t believe a mere doctor could withstand his double-layered Martial Arts pressure.
"Who I am is none of your business!" Fang Yu laughed.
Oh!
The entire place was in an uproar.
This boy was done for.
First offending Sun Junzhong and now publicly disrespecting Sun Guoting in front of everyone!
Wasn’t this seeking death?
...
Zhao Wuyan in the crowd was suddenly intrigued. At the manor’s entrance, he thought the guy was just foolish for even coming back. Now it seemed it wasn’t just about being foolish. On the surface, Fang Yu did not appear as foolish as he thought... If that was the case, what backing did he have to confront Sun Guoting?
In this regard, Zhao Wuyan had once been at a disadvantage, his status even higher than Sun Guoting’s. Thus, Fang Yu’s behavior didn’t surprise Zhao Wuyan at all.
Jiang Wei and Xu Zhaopei were also surprised.
Publicly confronting an elder like this was greatly disrespectful.
You were invited to be a fake boyfriend, not to create trouble!
With this, the situation seemed to spiral out of control.
...
Sitting on the left side, Elder Xu Liu asked solemnly, "Young man, who exactly are you?"
At her own birthday banquet, which was also the day her granddaughter was engaged, suddenly someone appeared to cause trouble, how could he endure it!
Fang Yu gave a slight smile and greeted Xu Liu with a bow, "Grandfather Xu, happy birthday."
Old Master Xu’s face darkened even further.
It was then Fang Yu spoke with a smile, "I am Peipei’s boyfriend, maybe in the future, I’ll be your grandson-in-law."
Hmm?
The whole room fell silent.
Everyone knew that today was the day Sun Junzhong and Xu Zhaopei got engaged. What drama was Fang Yu trying to create?
Beside him, Old Master Sun Guoting, with a darkened face, said, "Old Xu, what on earth is going on?"
Xu Liu was both angry and anxious.
"Young man, stop your nonsense. If you want to make trouble, don’t blame me for being rude!"
Fang Yu narrowed his eyes and said, "How can I be spouting nonsense? Your granddaughter Xu Zhaopei, she is my official girlfriend... I usually like to call her baby, my wife, and so on."
Xu Liu looked utterly exasperated.
The most embarrassed was undoubtedly Sun Junzhong.
This was a public humiliation!
"If you don’t believe me, just ask her yourself!" Fang Yu added another provocative statement.
Looking at Xu Zhaopei’s face full of unease, Xu Liu was very angry.
"Peipei, what exactly is going on?"
"Grandfather... I, I..." Xu Zhaopei pitifully said, "I was wrong... I shouldn’t have hidden it from you..."
The crowd was in an uproar again.
Though she didn’t admit it directly, anyone could read between the lines from her statement.
Xu Liu was about to explode with anger, his beard fluttering in disarray!
His fierce eyes were fixed on Xu Zhaopei and Fang Yu.
Once a promise is made, like water thrown, it cannot be taken back. Since a commitment was made to the Sun Family, the rules must not be broken. Thus, Xu Liu quickly devised a plan in his mind—
"Brother Sun, give me some time, I will certainly give you a satisfactory answer."
Immediately after, Xu Liu turned to Fang Yu and said, "You, come with me."
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In the backyard of the estate.
Old Master Xu and Fang Yu sat facing each other.
"Speak, what do you want?"
"Grandfather Xu, haven’t I made myself clear? I want Peipei. Sun Junzhong can come to propose, so can I... Peipei and I are in love, we have already pledged to be together for life, so please promise her to me."
Xu Liu’s face turned green with anger.
How can this kid be so insensible.
"Propose? Hahaha..." Xu Liu stifled his dissatisfaction and countered, "Do you even know who are outside?"
"Whether I know or not has nothing to do with my proposal," Fang Yu said with a grin.
"Nonsense! That’s the Jiangzhou Sun Family! You’re just a doctor, what makes you think you can propose?" Xu Liu suddenly slammed the table.
"Just because I can give Peipei happiness!"
Fang Yu also slammed the table, speaking earnestly.
Hearing this, Xu Liu sneered repeatedly.
"Happiness? On what basis can you provide happiness for Peipei, wealth, status, power, you have none!" Xu Liu scoffed.
"I don’t have them!" Fang Yu scoffed back, "but at least it’s better than you sacrificing her happiness!"
Upon hearing this, Xu Liu was momentarily stunned.
What else could be said about the marriage alliance between two families?
Noticing the change in his expression, Fang Yu smiled and said,
"Although the Xu Family in Jiangzhou isn’t considered a top major family, it still doesn’t worry about food and clothing... Why are you so eager to establish a relationship with the Sun Family?"
Xu Liu’s face changed suddenly.
This kid, he isn’t that foolish!
"The three major families of Jiangzhou, your Xu Family ranks third, indeed not so good... The Xiao Family isn’t much better than yours, no need for comment... As for the Sun Family—"
Xu Liu didn’t interrupt, waiting for him to continue.
Fang Yu paused, then said, "The Sun Family indeed has the strongest influence in Jiangzhou, but not enough to make your Xu Family curry their favor... The only explanation is, you know that the Sun Family will ally with the Zhao Family from Yanjing!"