Chapter 1 In Weicheng

In Weicheng, the Zhou family was a top-tier wealthy clan, with vast assets and countless areas of business.

Having stood tall in Weicheng for decades, the Zhou family's connections were naturally beyond question.

What’s more, Zhou Zhishan was once the boss of the Weicheng river and sea docks in his youth, a figure with influence in both legal and illegal circles.

One could imagine that tonight's birthday banquet would be filled with distinguished guests!

Being able to attend Old Master Zhou's birthday banquet was a symbol of status, so those business tycoons and powerful figures flocked to it.

To avoid neglecting any guests, the Zhou family had booked the entire Tianbao Peninsula Hotel.

Tianbao Peninsula Hotel was the most famous hotel in Weicheng, located by the sea with a long history and rich heritage.

Rumor had it that it was once the residence of a warlord during the Republic of China, but after the warlord was defeated, the residence changed hands several times and was eventually converted into Weicheng's most luxurious hotel.

This hotel was not only built by the sea, but also occupied a vast area, resembling a manor more than a hotel.

As dusk approached, Chen Xiao and the others arrived at the hotel.

Chen Xiao and Li Ziqing got out of the car first, while Zhou Yuanyuan went to park the car.

After getting out of the car, Chen Xiao couldn't help but ask, "Ziqing, why didn't I see your aunt's husband? Shouldn't he be here for such an occasion?"

Li Ziqing curled her lips, "There is no aunt's husband. My aunt has always been single and has never married."

"Huh?"

Chen Xiao's face immediately showed an incredulous expression, "Why? My aunt is beautiful and cooks so well, how could she not be able to marry?"

"Who told you she can't marry? It's just that she doesn't want to!"

Li Ziqing rolled her eyes at Chen Xiao, and then said, "Actually, my aunt had a lover when she was young, but that man's family was too ordinary, so my grandfather ruined the marriage. He wanted to force my aunt to marry someone she didn't like in order to achieve a family alliance."

"My aunt naturally disagreed, and later threatened to kill herself, which finally dissuaded my grandfather."

Hearing this, Chen Xiao couldn't help but feel surprised, never expecting his aunt, who seemed so gentle and weak, to have such a strong side.

"Your aunt is quite brave."

Chen Xiao said with admiration.

Li Ziqing snorted, "My aunt is indeed very brave, but the reason why this matter was finally resolved was because someone felt guilty. My aunt's former lover was killed by him!"

It was obvious who 'he' was.

"In that case, he really went too far!"

Chen Xiao thought to himself that it was no wonder Li Ziqing's relationship with her grandfather was so bad. It would be strange if she had a good relationship with such a despicable person.

"Just too far? Your evaluation of him is too lenient."

Li Ziqing suddenly became gnashing her teeth, "Even a tiger doesn't eat its cubs... he is worse than a beast!"

Chen Xiao was shocked. Li Ziqing's words clearly had a deeper meaning.

Could it be that the deaths of Li Ziqing's parents were related to Old Master Zhou?

Thinking of this, Chen Xiao clenched his fists. If that was the case, it would be absolutely unforgivable.

"What are you two talking about? Why aren't you going in yet?"

Just then, Zhou Yuanyuan parked the car and walked over.

Li Ziqing immediately restrained her anger and put on a smile, "We weren't talking about anything. We were just waiting for you to go in together!"

The three walked towards the hotel entrance. Soon, Chen Xiao smiled and said, "Ziqing, look, who's over there."

Li Ziqing followed Chen Xiao's gaze and saw Zhou Xingguo and his son Zhou Tai standing at the door, welcoming guests.

"Using these two good-for-nothings to welcome guests, it seems that the Zhou family really has no one else to use."

Li Ziqing snorted coldly, her eyes full of contempt.

Zhou Yuanyuan turned around and instructed, "Ziqing, today is your grandfather's birthday. Remember what I told you, endure if you can..."

"I know, Auntie."

Li Ziqing muttered, clearly not taking her words to heart.

Immediately afterwards, Zhou Yuanyuan changed the subject and said, "Of course, if some people are too overbearing, then there's no need to endure any longer! If anything happens, your aunt will take care of it for you!"

Hearing these words, Chen Xiao and Li Ziqing were immediately stunned.

Auntie has perked up, so domineering!

At this moment, a laugh came from beside them, "Oh, isn't this the jinx? When did you come back to Weicheng?"

Looking in the direction of the voice, they saw a scantily clad woman walking over.

She was wearing heavy makeup, but the high-end cosmetics on her old face were like a layer of putty, unable to hide the traces of time.

And that sexy evening dress, which was obviously the work of a master, was purely wasted on her.

There wasn't an ounce of meat on her chest, but her waist was full of fat.

It could be said that all her shortcomings were exposed, and there wasn't a single advantage!

When this woman spoke, her eyes were fixed on Li Ziqing, and the 'jinx' was obviously referring to her.

Chen Xiao's face immediately darkened.

The word 'jinx' wouldn't be too offensive to most people.

But when used on Li Ziqing, it was extremely insulting.

Chen Xiao clenched his fists, but Li Ziqing noticed and quickly grabbed him, gently shaking her head.

"Ziqing, who is she?"

Chen Xiao asked.

"She is my eldest uncle's daughter, Zhou Fan."

Li Ziqing said indifferently.

On the way to Weicheng, Li Ziqing had already introduced Chen Xiao to her grandfather's four children, two sons and two daughters.

In addition to Li Ziqing's mother and aunt, there were also the eldest son Zhou Weiguo and the second son Zhou Xingguo.

This Zhou Fan was Zhou Weiguo's daughter.

Zhou Xingguo only had one son, Zhou Tai, while Zhou Weiguo had a son named Zhou Wen in addition to Zhou Fan.

The third generation of the Zhou family was declining, and Zhou Wen was being cultivated by the Zhou family's Old Master as the future leader of the Zhou family. He was scheming and deep.

And his sister Zhou Fan, in addition to her mediocre appearance, was also a complete idiot.

At this time, Zhou Fan saw that Li Ziqing was ignoring her, so she shouted again, "Hey, jinx Li Ziqing, didn't you hear me calling you?"

Li Ziqing seemed to have just seen her, glanced at her, and asked contemptuously, "Who are you calling a jinx?"

Without thinking, Zhou Fan blurted out, "I'm calling you a jinx!"

Li Ziqing shrugged, "So you're the jinx..."

A burst of laughter rang out around them. Zhou Fan realized what had happened, and she was immediately embarrassed and angry, "Okay, Li Ziqing, you bitch, you dare to scold me, I'll tear your mouth apart today!"