The Kyoto n banquetpetition is the most lively event of the year.


    On this day, families ranking high in Kyoto all participate, inviting their connections to prove their family''s strength.


    Ordinarily, such n banquetpetitions are nothing more than an opportunity to show off.


    But this year is different because this year''s n banquetpetition concerns whether the Wen Family has the strength to enter the ranks of top-tier families.


    So, this year''s n banquetpetition is far more lively than in past years.


    Although the participants are still those families, the crowd watching is muchrger than in previous years.


    As the n banquetpetition approaches, Yu Xiang Garden is already bustling and brightly lit.


    Simultaneously, Yu Xiang Garden has been luxuriously decorated, divided into more than a dozen areas, each with countless tables representing each participating family.


    That''s right, Yu Xiang Garden is indeed the venue for the n banquetpetition; every year at this time, it bes incredibly lively.


    Currently, Yu Xiang Garden is packed with people, with numerous onlookers eagerly discussing.


    "Who do you think will be the strongest this time and take the top spot?"


    "Do we even need to ask? Who else but the Zhou Family? They''ve been recognized as having the strongest connections for several years in a row."


    "Indeed! As the top family in Kyoto, the Zhou Family is indisputable."


    "It''s said that this time the Wen Family wants to enter the elite family rankings. Do you think they''ll seed?"


    "Achieving sess is easier said than done! They must surpass more than half of the top-tier families; I think it''s unlikely."


    "The Wen Family''s growth has been rapid, and their strength is formidable, but I''ve heard that this time all the families intend to target the Wen Family and disgrace them. Is that true?"


    "I''ve heard something simr too; apparently, all the families secretly undermined the Wen Family''s invitations to their connections, aiming to embarrass the Wen Family!"


    Everyone is highly anticipating the uing banquetpetition.


    Meanwhile, they''re also eager to see if the Wen Family can be a top-tier family and if they truly have that ability.


    However, many who have heard the rumors are not optimistic about the Wen Family, doubting their sess.


    ….


    The n banquetpetition officially begins soon.


    As thepetitionmences, members of each family enter in session.


    The top families in Kyoto are the Zhou Family, Hu Family, Jiang Family, and Deng Family; these four ns are recognized as the strongest in Kyoto.


    They are powerful, well-connected, and possess the most fearsome wealth and influence.


    It''s not an exaggeration to say that if any of them were to stomp their foot, even Kyoto''s ground would shake thrice, akin to the Ye Family''s standing among hidden families today.


    Therefore, these families upy the four most luxurious andrgest areas.


    After they enter, it''s the turn of the nine first-tier families.


    The first-tier families are the Li Family, Song Family, Xia Family, Yan Family, Woon Family, Ling Family, Wu Family, Zhao Family, and Xie Family.


    These families are the targets for the Wen Family to challenge; to seed, the Wen Family must surpass at least five of them and rank fifth or higher.


    These nine families, though not as strong as the four before them, still possess formidable influence, and few dare to provoke them in Kyoto or nationwide.


    Upon seeing this lineup, the spectators helplessly shake their heads.


    "The strength of these nine families is not weak; the Wen Family''s challenge to surpass five is really difficult."


    "Isn''t it? Moreover, they''re being targeted by all the other families, making sess virtually impossible."


    "s! It seems the Wen Family will face a downfall because of this; what a pity."


    Indeed, witnessing the terrifying lineup, everyone starts worrying for the Wen Family.


    In everyone''s eyes, the Wen Family is unlikely to seed.


    Just then, Wen Tiandong enters with the Wen Family, with Ye Feng and Liu Xue among them.


    The Wen Family is positioned in the worst, most rudimentary area.


    As the Wen Family arrives, the banquetpetition officially begins.


    "Wow! You really dare toe? Aren''t you afraid of losing face? I''m eager to see how you''ll manage to stay in Kyoto after today! Just pack up and leave, will you?"


    "Exactly! You want to be a top-tier family? Who gave you that courage? It''s simplyughable."


    "Oh look, it''s the Wen Family! You really showed up? I remember telling you earlier that if you darede, I''d push you into the endless abyss. It seems you didn''t take me seriously, did you?"


    "Haha! Just wait and see! I''m curious to witness how big of a joke the Wen Family bes, today promises a great show."


    With the Wen Family''s entrance, other families begin mocking and jeering.


    In their view, the Wen Family is doomed to be the biggestughingstock and will be ruthlessly trampled beneath them today.


    Thus, they brazenly and recklessly ridicule and mock them.


    "Damn it!" Hearing their jeers and mocking, the Wen Family clenched their fists angrily, feeling powerless.


    Faced with the contempt and disdain from all the families, the Wen Family members dared not retaliate; they didn''t even dare to confront them.


    Yet, they still desired a way to vent out.


    Thus, they turned their eyes toward Ye Feng and Liu Xue, and their eyes suddenly brightened.


    "Who are they?" Seeing Ye Feng and Liu Xue, one of the younger Wen Family members asked.


    "Seems like Grandma Liu''s grandniece from Jiangcheng, I guess." Another answered with limited understanding.


    "Bumpkins from Jiangcheng? What right do they have to be here? Such bad luck."


    "Exactly, is this where you belong? Who permitted you to be here?"


    "What''s your status? This ce isn''t for you—leave."


    Hearing this, the crowd began venting their anger on Ye Feng and Liu Xue.


    Upon hearing their words, Ye Feng frowned in displeasure.


    "What are you doing? Get lost, stop causing trouble here." Observing themotion, Wen Tiandong hurriedly arrived and quickly drove the younger members away.


    "Tch!" The young members thought Wen Tiandong acted out of consideration for Liu Yin and disdainfully raised their middle fingers, turned, and left.


    At the same time, they revealed expressions indicating they''d make Ye Feng sufferter.


    Little did they know that after they left, Wen Tiandong hastily offered sincere apologies to Ye Feng, being very courteous: "Sorry! The kids at home are unruly."


    "I hope there won''t be a next time," Ye Feng said, frowning.


    "Yes!" Wen Tiandong nodded, repeatedly assuring.


    Meanwhile, all the families looked down on the Wen Family even more, with their words full of disdain.


    Amidst their contempt, the banquetpetition finally began.


    As the banquetpetition starts, guests will arrive one after another, epting invitations from each family and attending their banquets….