Indeed, in their view, this is their only chance to rise; otherwise, they will forever be trampled under the Xu Family and always be oppressed by Ye Feng.
….
Moreover, it''s not just these families, but all the families in Xixiang are exceedingly excited and thrilled because of the Zhang Family''s arrival.
In order to curry favor with the Zhang Family and to satisfy them, these families have put in their best effort, preparing what they believe to be the finest gifts for the Zhang Family.
Not only the families in Xixiang, but many rtively powerful families in Changhu, upon catching wind of this, rushed over with gifts and people, just to catch a glimpse of the Zhang Family, just to curry favor with them.
In no time, the entire Changhu was in an uproar; everyone knew that the Zhang Family from Dragon Tiger Mountain had arrived in Xixiang, specifically naming the major families for meetings.
Those with power rushed over; those without, although they wanted toe, knew that going would be useless, considering their size— even if they wanted to please the Zhang Family, they would likely be drowned out in the crowd.
In fact, while all families were in a joyous celebration, there were a few families in Xixiang who gathered together, somewhat apprehensive.
These families were involved in the jewelry industry; they previously sought the help of an elder from the Zhang Family, and now with the Zhang Family arriving aggressively, they couldn''t help but worry, so they gathered to discuss countermeasures.
In one of Xixiang''s suburban vis, several family patriarchs sat gathered together, their expressions somewhat grave.
At the same time, in front of each of them was a screen disying a video chat room.
The video chat room disyed over a dozen small pictures; aside from the few present, it was apparent there were others who hadn''t attended.
At this moment, one person frowned and spoke, "Do you think the Zhang Family is here because of us? Could it be that the elder from the Zhang Family has been exposed?"
"I don''t think so. If the Zhang Family''s elder was exposed, they would have directly confronted us, right? Why make such a big fuss?" another person shook his head, exining.
"I hope so too, but I''m just afraid they''re here for us."
"Ah! It''s too early to say anything now; why not go and take a look first? Could the Zhang Family really dare to cause us trouble face-to-face? Besides, we only invited their elder, we didn''t harm their interests, did we?"
"If you ask me, don''t be in a hurry; I think things aren''t as we imagine. The elder might have been exposed, and the Zhang Family might want to take this financial opportunity and fully pursue it!"
Originally, these people were somewhat worried, but with one person''s words, their eyes lit up, feeling that there was indeed such a possibility.
"What do you guys say?" one person asked, noticing that those absent hadn''t said anything.
"What do we say? You guys should take a look first."
"Yeah! It could be a good thing."
Those not present on the screen advised with two-facedments.
"Don''t think I don''t know what you''re nning. Initially, you feared Fengxue Jewelry would prosper in Xixiang and expand to other cities in Changhu, so you teamed up with us to target Fengxue Jewelry, and now you want to back out? No way." One of them immediately got angry upon hearing their words.
With his words, the others also realized this point, and their faces turned dark.
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"Hello! Hello? Why can''t I hear what you''re saying?"
However, with his words, those in the pictures hastily gave a response and then disconnected the call.
Yes, in these people''s view, they did not stand in the spotlight, they just provided some funds, so they felt the issue does not concern them. Now are they to face this? Impossible.
"Damn it!" Seeing these people going offline, one person at the scene furiously pounded their fist, somewhat dissatisfied.
"So what do we do now? Should we attend the Zhang Family''s banquet?" another person asked worriedly.
"Go! How could we not go? If we dare not go, with the Zhang Family''s power, they will surely wipe us out the next day."
Hearing his words, these people all showed helpless expressions.
They realized something was off, but they had no choice but to attend.
If they go, their families might perish, but if they don''t, their families surely will….
Some are d while others worry; this is the situation in Xixiang now.
Amidst the anticipation of countless people, the banquet was held as scheduled.
With the help of everyone from Fengxue Jewelry, the banquet was set up to be veryvish, and a grand banquet thusmenced.
To curry favor with the Zhang Family, to win their favor, many families in Xixiang arrived early at the scene. Even if they couldn''t see the Zhang Family, they waited excitedly.
As more and more people arrived, the banquet became bustling.
"Oh! Patriarch Li, you guys have been doing well recently, there''s a chance for cooperation."
"Ah, it''s Patriarch Chen! We''re just doing minor things, maybe a chance to cooperate next time."
"Alright then, be sure to contact me next time."
….
"Patriarch Gong, you''re here so early too, you''re quite a busy person now. You must give me a hand if you get the chance!"
"Ah, it''s Patriarch Lin! Compared to you, we''re just doing small things, nothing of prominence."
"So modest, aren''t you?"
….
At the venue, upon seeing familiar faces, everyone woulde forward to greet and exchange pleasantries.
This made the banquet scene even more lively.
Indeed, those present were sessful individuals from Xixiang and the entire Changhu; they talked aboutrger projects and matters, sounding rather impressive.
Although they were all chatting,plimenting each other, they all knew their purpose here, so their eyes asionally darted towards the entrance.
Once the Zhang Family members entered the banquet hall, they would be unbelievably frantic, desperately offering their gifts, desperately currying favor.
This was their only reason for being here.
Today, it was destined to be the Zhang Family''s main event; one message from the Zhang Family and all of Changhu was alerted, demonstrating the terrifying influence the Zhang Family had in Changhu.
"Why haven''t they arrived yet? I wonder if they''ll like the gift I prepared!"
"s! I can''tpare with those major families, but my gift should be unique, right? The Zhang Family should like it, right?"
"I went through all kinds of hardships to obtain this treasure, please don''t let me down!"
The longer they waited, the more anxious they became. Looking at the treasures in their hands, they were simultaneously worried and somewhat expectant.
They hoped to establish a connection with the Zhang Family, but worried that the Zhang Family wouldn''t even notice them.
For a time, these so-called Changhu big shots were like ants on a hot pan, waiting extremely anxiously.
"The Zhang Family has arrived!" At this moment, a shout came from the entrance.
"What? The Zhang Family has arrived?" With this shout, countless people rushed to the entrance frantically.
These supposedly dignified figures, in order to see the Zhang Family first, squeezed towards the entrance like people trying to board a train during the Spring Festival rush, desperate to be in the front row.
"Damn! Why are you squeezing? Who the hell is pushing me?"
"Exactly, do you have any decency? I was nearly pushed to my limit."
"Damn it! Are you all rushing to reincarnate? Why so crazy? Are you even human?"
"Slow down! Everyone slow down, are you trying to squeeze someone to death?"
As the scene grew more chaotic, countless curses resounded.
Some people were genuinely frightened by the scene, unable to understand why these people could behave so frantically, as if they didn''t care for their lives….