Qin Xiaotong’s hand, holding a champagne flute, trembled violently. Her face was etched with embarrassment, a feeling akin to being slapped across the face.
“I didn’t know about brother-in-law’s identity before. Brother-in-law, please don’t take it to heart. Xiaotong apologizes to you.” Qin Xiaotong first glared at Qin Minmin, then looked at Chen Fan with a fawning expression, apologizing to him.
Chen Fan ignored everyone, instead serving Qin Shuran some of her favorite dishes.
For a moment, many of their peers were left standing by Chen Fan, and the atmosphere in the hall became awkward again.
Seeing this, especially the expressions of those who had previously insulted Qin Shuran, Qin Minmin was overjoyed.
At this moment, Grandpa Qin, leaning on his cane and supported by Qin Hongguo, walked up to Chen Fan.
Upon seeing the elder arrive, Chen Fan and Qin Shuran stood up.
“Grandpa,” Qin Shuran called out quickly.
“Hahaha, good, very good. Little Fan, the first time I saw him, I knew he was extraordinary. You two must live a good life from now on and be role models for your generation,” Grandpa Qin said, patting Chen Fan’s shoulder with a smile.
Chen Fan nodded.
“Little Fan, after we get back, tell your family to expedite the wedding arrangements. They can come over, or we can visit Kyoto. I can feel that my granddaughter is eager to marry you,” Grandpa Qin added.
Chen Fan’s expression faltered. He naturally knew what Grandpa Qin meant by "they" – the Long family in Kyoto.
“Grandpa,” Qin Shuran blushed, lowering her head shyly.
However, Qin Shuran was happy in her heart. She had never been as happy as she was today.
If her mother could see all this, she would surely be happy for her.
The banquet ended, and everyone left the Qin family.
Chen Fan had intended to leave that day, but Qin Hongguo mentioned that Mingzhou City would be hosting a charity event the next day, and Qin Hongguo planned for Qin Shuran and Chen Fan to attend together.
Once Chen Fan and Qin Shuran appeared in public together, it would be tantamount to the Qin family announcing their relationship.
For Qin Shuran’s sake, Chen Fan had no choice but to agree.
Back in his room, Chen Fan was almost sleepless all night.
Too many things had happened today, making it difficult for Chen Fan to accept.
His mother was actually alive. Although she was brain-dead, Chen Fan believed he could find a way to save her.
And then there was the Long family. Although this identity might inspire awe in some, Chen Fan didn't care. He knew that it was because of the Long family that his mother became a vegetative state, his father had disappeared for so many years, and he himself had lived like an orphan since birth.
“Long family, I will make you pay!” This was the sentence that echoed in Chen Fan’s mind.
The next day, Chen Fan and Qin Shuran wished Grandpa Qin good morning, then drove to a luxury store to buy an expensive suit.
This charity gala was an event spearheaded by several major families, held annually in Mingzhou City.
In the afternoon, Chen Fan drove with Qin Shuran to the venue of the charity gala.
The BMW M730 Yao Ying Edition Chen Fan was driving, though a luxury car worth three million, seemed significantly less impressive in the charity gala’s parking lot, surrounded by Rolls-Royces, Ferraris, and Lamborghinis.
They opened their car doors. Chen Fan was in a sharp suit, and Qin Shuran wore a light purple evening gown.
Their appearance immediately drew a lot of attention.
“Huh? Isn’t that Qin Shuran from the Qin family? Why is she here?”
“Qin Shuran? The eldest daughter of the Qin family?”
“They call her the eldest daughter, but ever since her mother died, she’s lived worse than a servant in her own home. But why would she come to this kind of event? Shouldn’t Qin Yuyan from the Qin family be attending?”
“I heard Qin Shuran is marrying into the Liu family. Could that be the reason her status in the Qin family has improved, leading to her attending this event?”
“Possibly. But why is that young man following Qin Shuran?”
“Is that man not Liu Qianze?”
“How could he be Liu Qianze? Do you know that at Grandpa Qin’s birthday banquet not long ago, Qin Shuran was supposed to get engaged to Liu Qianze, but someone else showed up and rumor has it, the eldest young master of the Liu family was cuckolded.” a man asked the crowd.
Many young men and women nodded. Everyone in the upper circles knew about this.
However, they didn’t know who that young man was, what he looked like, nor what Liu Qianze, who had just returned from abroad, looked like.
“That young man walking with Qin Shuran is the one who cuckolded the eldest young master of the Liu family. I heard he’s Qin Shuran’s colleague, and they even live together.”
Upon hearing this, everyone was stunned.
“What?! That young man is actually the one who cuckolded the eldest young master of the Liu family?”
“Damn, that guy is bold enough to show up with Qin Shuran at this event today. Doesn’t he know the Liu family is one of the organizers?”
Just then, a young man exclaimed, “Look, isn’t that Liu Xiaotian? He’s walking towards Qin Shuran and the others!”
Hearing the young man’s exclamation, everyone turned their gaze. Indeed, Liu Xiaotian, looking furious and leading a few companions, had blocked Chen Fan and Qin Shuran.
Seeing Liu Xiaotian appear before them, Chen Fan and Qin Shuran frowned slightly, not expecting to encounter him here.
“Kid, you’ve got some nerve, showing up here!” Recalling the last incident, Liu Xiaotian’s face contorted with anger.
He had lost face completely in front of everyone last time, and now he ran into Chen Fan again.
“Liu Xiaotian, what are you doing?” Qin Shuran asked displeasedly.
Liu Xiaotian glanced at Qin Shuran and said mockingly, “Sister-in-law, what do you think I’m doing? As my sister-in-law, you’re with another man. Of course, I have to teach this kid a lesson.”
“Liu Xiaotian, how dare you?! And I’m telling you, I’m not your sister-in-law!” Qin Shuran sounded angry.
Liu Xiaotian sneered, “What am I afraid of? This isn’t the Qin family, nor is it an event organized by Wanhao Group.”
Then he looked at Chen Fan and said with a cold laugh, “Kid, I was wondering how to get revenge on you, and you’ve delivered yourself right to my doorstep. Today, I’ll let you know the consequences of provoking me, Liu Xiaotian, in Mingzhou City!”