"Marquis Fenglian!"
"Another Marquis-level great figure has come to the Ji family!"
"The Ji family is truly giving us a surprise. We used to think Ji Fanghua was the only one worth mentioning from the Ji family, but unexpectedly, they've quietly climbed the ladder to associate with such powerful Marquis-level figures."
"It seems the Ji family is determined to rise in recent years, otherwise, they wouldn't reveal their trump card today."
Some of the guests at the Ji family were immediately shocked.
This was the effect of Ji Fanghua's few moves just now.
Not only were the Ji family's guests shocked, but even the Ji family members were stunned.
"Hahahaha, Marquis Xuanyang, it's been a while since we last met." Marquis Fenglian, Xue Lianji,'s hearty laughter echoed. Behind him followed Xue Baogui, who held a delicate gift box.
"A small token of my appreciation. Congratulations on your engagement!" The Marquis Fenglian cupped his fists and bowed to Chen Jiuyang. Then he said to Xue Baogui, "Baogui, present the gift to Madam Ji."
Before Ji Lengyue could receive the gift, Marquis Fengteng sneered, "Xue, what did you bring as a gift for Madam Ji?"
"I heard you've almost exhausted your fortune to heal your injuries."
Marquis Fenglian chuckled, "Marquis Xuanyang healed my injuries. How could I be stingy when he's getting engaged? Baogui, open it for your Uncle Huang to see."
"Yes, Father." Xue Baogui glanced at Chen Jiuyang with a complex expression, then opened the gift box. Inside was a snow ginseng plant, fifty centimeters long, with ancient patterns and clearly visible fine branches. As soon as the box was opened, a refreshing fragrance wafted out.
"A five-hundred-year-old snow ginseng. This is truly a treasure," Marquis Fengteng said, showing some surprise.
"A five-hundred-year-old snow ginseng! That's worth hundreds of millions!"
"Hiss!"
Immediately, many people perked up their ears and then gasped.
Chen Jiuyang smiled and said, "Brother Xue, you are thoughtful. Please have a seat."
"Alright." Marquis Fenglian led Xue Baogui to a seat.
The Ji family members looked at Ji Lengyue with completely changed expressions. An engagement gift worth hundreds of millions! This was a sign of them soaring to the heavens.
Ji Lengyue's mood was also a little unsettled. After receiving the gift, she sat obediently beside Chen Jiuyang. Unconsciously, a line of young Ji family descendants stood behind them, blocking the view behind, dividing the entire courtyard into two sections. One section was for the guests invited by the Ji family, and the other was for Chen Jiuyang's position. Although it was the same courtyard, it was like two different worlds.
Those who had dealings with the Ji family were mostly scholars and merchants, and they usually didn't have the chance to interact with Marquis-level figures, people from different worlds.
Soon, guests arrived in an endless stream.
"Marquis Fengsheng Feng Han arrives!"
The Ji family and others were shaken. Another Marquis-level great figure had arrived. This was extraordinary!
Marquis Feng Han had been stationed in Fengcheng for decades, and his name was truly thunderous.
"Hahaha, my good disciple, it took me quite some time to find a suitable gift for you." Marquis Feng Han said heartily, striding in with a small bottle in his hand, entering the Ji family's backyard.
"Master!" Chen Jiuyang and Ji Lengyue immediately stood up to greet him.
"Ah, no need for formalities. Today is your joyous occasion. Sit down." Marquis Feng Han laughed and naturally sat down beside the two.
"Greetings, Brother Xu!"
"Greetings, Brother Xu!"
Marquis Fenglian and Marquis Fengteng spoke in unison.
"Marquis Xuanyang is Marquis Feng Han's disciple! Hiss!"
"This Marquis Xuanyang truly has an extraordinary background."
Marquis Feng Han waved his hand, "You two, drink more wine for me later. Don't say too much nonsense."
"Yes," Marquis Fenglian and Marquis Fengteng replied with bitter smiles.
Next, a young attendant announced: "Marquis Fengsheng Feng Qing arrives!"
"Another Marquis-level great figure, and the renowned Confucian Marquis Feng Qing!"
"This Marquis Xuanyang looks so young, yet his network is so extensive!"
"It's probably out of respect for Marquis Feng Han, right? After all, Marquis Xuanyang is Marquis Feng Han's disciple."
Marquis Feng Qing's arrival caused another stir. Compared to others, some people present were familiar with Marquis Feng Qing. Marquis Feng Qing had extensive business dealings and often attended various events.
"Old Xu, you beat me to it," Marquis Feng Qing said calmly to Marquis Feng Han.
"Marquis Xuanyang, congratulations on your engagement. A small token of my appreciation." Marquis Feng Qing flicked his wrist, and the gift box floated gently to Ji Lengyue's front. Every movement exuded a refined aura.
"You are thoughtful. Please sit," Chen Jiuyang said with a smile.
"Thank you, Marquis Feng Qing," Ji Lengyue thanked Marquis Feng Qing.
"Indeed, she is more beautiful than my daughter. A good match," Marquis Feng Qing remarked after sizing up Ji Lengyue, sighing.
Chen Jiuyang's face darkened, "Stop right there."
While Ji Hengmin and Ji Fanghua were shocked by Chen Jiuyang's network, they also felt a sense of lingering fear. Fortunately, Ji Fanghua had handled the situation in time. Otherwise, if these people had arrived and seen Chen Jiuyang relegated to a table near the edge by the restroom, they might have exploded on the spot, ruining the Ji family's reputation. As the two were contemplating, Chen Jiuyang's voice reached their ears:
"Brother Fanghua, I have quite a few uninvited guests here. I hope they won't cause any trouble for your Ji family."
Ji Hengmin and Ji Fanghua were immediately overjoyed. Chen Jiuyang had finally taken the initiative to address the issue, and a heavy stone in their hearts was lifted.
"Hahahaha, no, no trouble at all." Ji Fanghua responded heartily and loudly, no longer resembling a composed district chief at this moment.
Ji Hengmin whispered to the Ji family descendants, "What are you standing around for? Hurry up and serve wine and dishes to Sister Lengyue and their table!"
"Yes, Grandfather."
Some of the Ji family descendants responded in succession.
Next, a young attendant announced:
"Marquis Fengsheng Feng Tian arrives!"
"Marquis Fengsheng Feng Chong arrives!"
"Marquis Fengsheng..."
Then, one Marquis-level Grandmaster after another arrived, all carrying gifts to offer congratulations and blessings for Chen Jiuyang's engagement. They presented their gifts to Ji Lengyue, and soon, there was no space left around Ji Lengyue to place the gifts.
"My heavens, over forty Marquis-level Grandmasters have arrived!"
Many distinguished guests and dignitaries visiting the Ji family looked numb. It seemed almost all the Marquis-level figures in Feng Province had gathered here!
The Ji family's hidden move was a sudden bombshell. After today, who wouldn't know that the Ji family's descendant was getting engaged, and all forty-eight Marquises of Feng Province had gathered at the Ji family to offer congratulations and gifts?
Ji Hengmin and Ji Fanghua also wore numb expressions, but in reality, cold sweat had soaked their backs.
They had never imagined that Ji Lengyue's man was so well-connected that just one engagement phone call had summoned all the Marquis-level Grandmasters of Feng Province.
They were almost overwhelmed.
Ji Hengmin felt a surge of fear. He had weathered all sorts of storms in his life. He had even served as the Prefect of Fengcheng, but he had never witnessed such a scene of Marquis-level Grandmasters from Feng Province gathered together!
Ji Hengmin's legs were trembling. If they didn't offer Chen Jiuyang a satisfactory apology later, the Ji family might be plunged into an abyss by Chen Jiuyang, never to recover.
Next, a young attendant announced: "Mr. Zhu Jianjun of the Zhu family arrives!"
Upon hearing the name, people's expressions remained unchanged, already numb. But when they saw the old man walking in front of Zhu Jianjun, everyone present jumped up on the spot, disbelieving:
"Old Master Zhu, why are you here?"