I don't want to come up with a funny book title anymore.

Time flew by in the repetitive daily routine of Xie Fengnan and his two companions.

The day for the banquet arrived quickly.

They all got up very early that day because they needed to get their hair and makeup done.

Xie Fengnan still looked sleepy, letting the makeup artist spray and fumigate him.

As the sun rises, the villa gradually comes alive.

Although the main event was a dinner banquet, the banquet lasted all day.

So the welcoming ceremony started in the morning, and after registration, everyone was free to move around within the permitted area.

The Xie family has held very few banquets over the years.

There are reasons for their low-key approach, and there are also reasons for their lack of intention to start the business.

They spent all their time searching for Xie Fengnan's whereabouts.

This is why so many people have already gathered here even though the banquet is still some time away.

After all, opportunities to visit the Xie family's main building are not many.

Moreover, those invited by the Xie family are basically all prominent figures.

Xie Fengnan propped his chin up and looked at the crowd below. Some people had already taken the opportunity to start socializing.

His gaze swept across the crowd, among which were mostly new faces but a few familiar ones.

As darkness fell, Gu Huanyan came to pick up Xie Fengnan and they entered together.

Tonight, she wore a deep blue dress, a color that appeared profound and mysterious under the lights, making Gu Huanyan's skin appear even whiter and more translucent.

The skirt flowed smoothly, swaying gently with her steps, exuding an elegant and composed aura.

Adorned with exquisite embroidery and pearls, like stars in the night sky, it adds a touch of luxury to her overall look.

Gu Huanyan's hairstyle was also carefully designed. A portion of her hair was gently pulled up and secured with an exquisite hairpin, revealing her graceful neckline, while the rest of her hair fell naturally, adding a touch of casual beauty.

Xie Fengnan blinked, captivated by Gu Huanyan's beauty. "Wow—no wonder she's my mother."

Gu Huanyan was both amused and exasperated. "You silly child, once you're ready, just go."

Xie Fengnan stood up, straightened his clothes, and walked towards Gu Huanyan.

He wore a classic black evening suit, well-tailored with smooth lines, and the peaked collar design made the young man's temperament even more sharp and charismatic.

The bow tie is a deep blue that matches Gu Huanyan's dress, with delicate patterns that are both dignified and fashionable.

Gu Huanyan looked at Xie Fengnan walking towards her step by step, her expression somewhat dazed.

She had never quite felt the reality of Xie Fengnan's return to the Xie family.

She still had doubts, wondering if this was just a beautiful dream she had woven to deceive herself.

He would smile at her, act coquettishly towards her, and everything was exactly as she had imagined.

At this moment, the vibrant Xie Fengnan stood before him, asking him with innocent eyes.

Gu Huanyan suppressed the myriad thoughts in her mind and reached out to touch Xie Fengnan's outstretched arm.

They walked into the banquet hall together.

It instantly attracted the attention of the whole audience.

"Who are they?" a guest asked in a low voice.

"That lady is Mrs. Gu. I haven't seen the woman next to her before."

"I heard it's the young master."

"The Xie family has another young master?"

"I only found out recently." The voice was also very low. "I thought it was just a rumor before."

"This young master's appearance—" doesn't resemble that of a member of the Xie family at all.

Everyone could hear the unfinished words.

"The Xie family's public statement is that they inherited the bloodline from Madam Gu's side."

Whether anyone believes you or not, who cares?

"Then why hasn't he shown his face in all these years?"

"They said it was because of his bloodline that he could only grow up properly in the Gu family."

The elves have always been mysterious, so whatever Gu Huanyan makes up, everyone can only believe it.

"This young master is no ordinary person." The owner of the voice spoke in a mysterious manner.

"Oh? What can you say?"

"Have you heard about the First Military Academy incident?"

Although the First Military Academy did not allow onlookers to spread information about Xie Fengnan and his classmates' special recruitment, among those present, who didn't have a relative or child in the military academy?

Not everyone can hold it in.

After pressing for details, I learned the general outline.

Besides, it would be surprising if such a big incident could be kept secret under the public eye.

"I've been busy with a big business deal lately, so I haven't heard anything about it."

The owner of the mysterious voice didn't keep anyone in suspense.

"Young Master's strength is definitely above that of a fifth-tier cultivator."

"What!?" He was so surprised that he almost forgot to lower his voice.

"Are you kidding us?"

It's no wonder they have doubts. At 16, he can steadily suppress the fifth rank. It's no exaggeration to say that such talent is terrifying.

Moreover, most of the people present were not even at level five yet.

"It's true. Why would I make a joke like that for no reason? Offending you guys won't do me any good."

The mysterious voice said irritably.

“It’s true. I heard about it from one of my nephews.”

"Hiss—I have to say, he truly lives up to the Xie family bloodline."

"Xie Xinghe has already made his peers feel suffocated, and now another young master has arrived."

A voice sighed.

"I don't know if it's a blessing or a curse to be born in the same era as them."

"And who is that?"

Some people noticed Xie Xingmo and Chu Jiaoyang entering the venue later.

They were also dressed in meticulously tailored formal wear.

However, Xie Xingmo was clearly more eye-catching. The hand embroidery on the lapel of his suit was made of gold thread, which complemented his golden eyes perfectly.

"It's Xie Xingmo."

Someone had received advance notice.

The internal meeting held by the Xie family a few days ago was not for nothing; after the meeting, they spread some news about Xie Fengnan and Xie Xingmo.

"I've never seen golden eyes of this color before."

"They said they came back with the young master. They were previously at the Gu family's house, and she was his playmate."

"The Xie family is really good at holding back."

Some people couldn't help but click their tongues in amazement, thinking how patient the Xie family was to keep these two geniuses hidden for so long.

"The person next to him is also a genius; he chased after a fourth-tier star beast during the special recruitment process."

"Wow, the younger generation these days is so amazing."

"I suddenly have a feeling that this year's welcome ceremony will be very lively."

"I guess so."

The two looked at each other and smiled, as if reminiscing about their school days.

With Xie Liuguang and Xie Xinghe entering.

All the main figures of this banquet have now arrived.

Xie Liuguang stepped onto the platform to deliver a speech, announcing the official start of the banquet.

"Welcome, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen."

"..." (omitting unnecessary details)

"The main purpose of this banquet today is to introduce my youngest son, Xie Fengnan, and my new family member, Xie Xingmo, to everyone."

"..."

"You're all free to do as you please from now on. Have fun!"