"What? A distinguished guest?"
Everyone present showed shock!
Madam Long also found it unbelievable, not expecting that the benefactor she mentioned earlier was this young man.
"Master, so he was the one who saved you. You didn't tell me earlier, I thought he was just some young punk."
Seeing Master Long genuinely angered, Madam Long realized that if she continued to provoke him, she might suffer the consequences.
She usually didn't dare to anger Master Long at home, because only by placating him would he leave his fortune to her son.
"By the way, Master, has Mr. Qinglong arrived? Didn't he say he would attend the Dragon Soul Banquet tonight? Moreover, Mr. Qinglong is very fond of Lingling. If the two of them were to become a couple, would you object to that?" Madam Long's eyes darted, and she spoke again.
At the same time, others present also showed anticipation.
Master Long frowned. The matter of marriage was actually the wife's idea.
If his daughter was willing to marry Mr. Qinglong, he would agree. If his daughter disagreed, he would absolutely not.
The reason he hadn't brought up the matter proactively was precisely because he noticed that his daughter was very close to Li Yang, and he deeply respected Li Yang. If Li Yang could become the son-in-law of the Long family, he would be very satisfied.
"This matter still depends on Lingling. If Lingling agrees, I will have no objections. But if Lingling is unwilling, my opinion is the same as hers," Master Long said.
"What? Master, you must consider carefully. Mr. Qinglong is one of the Four Heavenly Kings of the capital. His power and status have a very significant impact on our Long family."
Upon hearing Master Long's words, Madam Long's face instantly showed disappointment, and she quickly persuaded him.
"Are we, the Long family, to sacrifice my daughter for power? Everything I do is for my daughter's good. Everything in the Long family will be hers in the future."
"If she is not happy, what use is such great power to me?" Master Long retorted coldly.
"This..."
Madam Long was speechless for a moment.
The others present also shut their mouths, not daring to say more.
Only Long Lingling was in a good mood, tightly holding Master Long's arm and saying, "Dad, you're so good. I knew you wouldn't treat me badly."
"I don't want to marry Mr. Qinglong. I like Li Yang. Marry me to Li Yang."
"Oh? Do you truly wish to marry Mr. Li?"
Master Long's face showed a hint of a smile, and he looked at Li Yang, asking, "Mr. Li, what do you think of my daughter? Are you willing to marry her?"
"Lingling is beautiful and intelligent, a very good girl. Of course, I am willing to marry her," Li Yang readily agreed.
"Very well, since Mr. Li and my daughter are in love, I will take this opportunity at tonight's Dragon Soul Banquet to solemnly announce to everyone that I agree to this pair of young people growing old together and enjoying a happy union!" Master Long said with joy.
"Master!"
Madam Long's heart couldn't help but become anxious. Just as she was about to persuade him, a subordinate's loud shout suddenly came from outside the hall: "Mr. Qinglong has arrived."
Swish!
All eyes turned towards the outside of the hall.
A young man in a Tang suit, looking distinguished and handsome, walked in with confident steps.
The moment he appeared, everyone present couldn't help but widen their eyes.
It was rare for anyone to see Mr. Qinglong, one of the Four Heavenly Kings of the capital. Those who could see him were all famous antique merchants and tycoons from across the country.
His appearance today made everyone's emotions stir.
"It really is Mr. Qinglong. I've long heard that Mr. Qinglong is a distinguished gentleman, and seeing him today, he truly lives up to his reputation."
A middle-aged man couldn't help but give a thumbs-up in praise.
Madam Long was even more excited, and quickly stepped forward to greet him: "Mr. Qinglong, it is a great honor for the Long family that you grace the Dragon Soul Hall with your presence."
"Auntie, you are too kind. Before I came in, I seemed to hear some arguing. May I ask what it was about?" Mr. Qinglong asked seriously.
"This..."
Madam Long was momentarily speechless!
She had already discussed the matter of proposing with Mr. Qinglong, but now she didn't know how to explain it to him.
"Auntie, do you have any difficulties? By the way, Auntie, I brought a congratulatory gift for Miss Long when I came today. I came specifically to propose to the Long family today."
Before Madam Long could answer, Mr. Qinglong lightly clapped his hands, signaling his subordinates to bring the gifts in from outside.
Boxes upon boxes of jewelry and ornaments were neatly stacked on the ground.
Master Long's expression was solemn. He hadn't heard from Zhang Fenfang about Mr. Qinglong's proposal before; she had only mentioned that Mr. Qinglong liked Lingling. But why would Mr. Qinglong suddenly bring gifts today?
Could it be...
"Guifen, what is going on? Why would Mr. Qinglong suddenly propose to Lingling?" Master Long asked coldly.
"Master, yes, I agreed to it. I thought you would agree, but I didn't expect..."
"Nonsense!"
Before Zhang Fenfang could finish, Master Long interrupted her and then angrily rebuked, "How could you agree to Lingling's marriage without consulting me beforehand on such an important matter?"
"Mr. Qinglong, what is going on? Didn't you know about my proposal to Lingling?" Mr. Qinglong also showed a look of confusion and asked, puzzled.
"Mr. Qinglong, I am truly sorry. I was indeed unaware of this matter. It was entirely my wife's rash agreement. Please forgive us."
Master Long, knowing that Zhang Fenfang had caused great trouble, quickly took the initiative to explain to Mr. Qinglong: "My youngest daughter is actually already engaged, and she has someone she likes in her heart. It would be best for Mr. Qinglong to take back the gifts he brought today after the banquet."
"Master Long, I brought these items all the way from the capital. Furthermore, as one of the Four Heavenly Kings, my reputation is well-known. If I come to propose and your Long family treats it as a joke, what will become of my reputation when word gets out?"
Qinglong immediately showed anger. He had also roughly grasped the situation.
Master Long looked troubled and lowered his head.
In terms of identity and status, the Long family was far from comparable to Qinglong from the capital.
Madam Long was in a panic. After a few seconds, she gradually approached Master Long and said, "Master, why don't you agree to Mr. Qinglong's proposal? Mr. Qinglong has a distinguished status, and if we go back on our word, it might be detrimental to the Long family."
"Mr. Qinglong is so good to Lingling. If Lingling marries him, she will surely live a life of luxury and comfort and will not be wronged."
"As for this Li Yang fellow, he's just an ordinary person. How can he be compared to Mr. Qinglong? Although Lingling is unwilling now, after she marries, she will eventually understand our good intentions."