Lin Zhongtian, Lin Zhen, and Wang Huixin took their seats. Upon learning that Lin Feng had brought a renowned expert, they all showed a hint of surprise.
“Dad, are you really going to let that discarded son, Lin Feng, return to our Lin family?”
Mentioning Lin Feng brought a deep-seated malevolence to Lin Zhen’s eyes. As the proud scion of the Lin family, Lin Zhen had always been the most prominent figure. However, the appearance of Lin Feng, this discarded son of the Lin family, had once turned him into a laughingstock. Lin Zhen could not swallow this humiliation, which was why he had invited his master, the Immortal Crane True Person, to support him.
“Zhen’er, Lin Feng’s return to the Lin family is your grandfather’s decision.”
“But in my father’s eyes, you will always be my most proud son.”
“Don’t take Lin Feng too seriously. Your master, the Immortal Crane True Person, is immensely powerful. If you follow your master diligently and cultivate, you will achieve great things sooner or later.”
“By then, your father will hand over the entire Lin family to you.”
“As for how you deal with Lin Feng, it will be entirely up to you; even your grandfather cannot interfere.”
Lin Zhongtian spoke very clearly. He knew Lin Zhen’s pride was exceptionally strong and that he harbored deep animosity towards Lin Feng. That was why he spoke these words to comfort Lin Zhen.
Lin Zhen’s expression brightened considerably upon hearing this.
“Dad, your child knows what to do. This is all I wanted to hear from you!”
“As long as you give me the chance, I will prove to the entire world that I, Lin Zhen, am the Lin family’s greatest asset.”
Lin Zhen was filled with self-satisfaction. Realizing he had not been abandoned by his father, his spirits lifted.
“Zhongtian, how can you say such things to Zhen’er? Zhen’er is your child, but isn’t Feng’er also yours?”
“They are brothers, blood brothers. Why do you always look down on our Feng’er?”
Wang Huixin could not stand it. As a mother, she found it difficult to understand why her children were treated differently.
“Huixin, I have no ill intentions towards Lin Feng, but he has done too many things that have brought shame to our Lin family. As the head of the Lin family, how can I just let it go?”
“Moreover, he almost killed Zhen’er before?”
“Do brothers really act with such lethal intent towards each other?”
Lin Zhongtian suppressed his anger.
“Zhongtian, how can you think of Feng’er like that? If Zhen’er hadn’t pushed Feng’er to the brink repeatedly, Feng’er wouldn’t have acted with such lethal intent towards Zhen’er.”
“In fact, this is our fault. It’s because we failed to foster good relations between the brothers. Why are you blaming the children?”
Wang Huixin grew increasingly angry. Lin Feng was already suffering enough, and to have such an ignorant father was too much. Wang Huixin truly wished she could divorce Lin Zhongtian immediately and spend the rest of her life compensating and accompanying Lin Feng.
“Enough, let’s not discuss this topic. Allowing him to return to the Lin family is the utmost benevolence I can offer.”
“If you continue to say things I dislike, I will have to reconsider his return to the Lin family.”
Lin Zhongtian grew impatient. Wang Huixin’s words seemed to hit a nerve, making him extremely uncomfortable. Lin Zhen also found her words grating. Seeing his own mother favor Lin Feng, this discarded son of the Lin family, Lin Zhen felt an inexpressible anger. It was as if something he cherished most had been stolen by Lin Feng, and his hatred for Lin Feng deepened. Especially seeing Hua Yu, his fiancée, eventually marry Lin Feng, Lin Zhen felt truly miserable.
Hua Yu naturally noticed Lin Zhen’s rapidly changing expression. Eating with Lin Zhen’s family made Hua Yu feel quite awkward. However, more than awkwardness, she worried about Lin Feng and how he would face their targeted aggression.
“Xiao Yu, it seems my son-in-law is quite capable. Mother can tell that your father is now using our son-in-law as a topic of conversation,” Liu Yuan, who had remained silent, said with a light smile. She had always stayed out of the Hua family’s affairs. But this time, she clearly sensed Hua He’s ambition. To contend for the position of family head with Hua Hai, Hua He had deployed all the influence he could muster.
“Mom, Lin Feng is indeed excellent. Compared to these family schemes, I find Lin Feng much more straightforward,” Hua Yu said a good word for Lin Feng, which was rare. Although Lin Feng appeared to be a womanizer and idle, in his conduct, no one was more upright.
“Xiao Yu, as long as you like him, Mother will support you.”
“Don’t let your father’s matters damage your relationship as a couple. In this life, only happiness and peace are most important.”
Liu Yuan stroked Hua Yu’s hair. The mother and daughter were like close sisters. Judging by their age, one could hardly tell a significant difference. This was the primary reason why Lin Feng had never suspected Liu Yuan was Hua Yu’s mother.
Just as everyone was conversing, the banquet hall doors were pushed open. Following the sound, everyone looked and saw Lin Feng entering with a man in a suit. Lin Feng also noticed the considerable number of people present. He had initially thought it would be a simple dinner with the Hua family, but the current scene seemed rather unusual. He was particularly surprised to see Wang Huixin and Lin Zhen. Lin Feng had never met Lin Zhongtian in person, but he had seen his photograph. Therefore, at a glance, Lin Feng realized Lin Zhongtian’s family was also present.
“Xiao Yu, could this young man be Lin Feng?”
Among everyone, Liu Yuan was the most astonished. Seeing the familiar young man appear, Liu Yuan suddenly had a bad feeling.
“Mom, yes, he is Lin Feng.”
Hua Yu, not sensing anything amiss, introduced him with a smile. Upon receiving Hua Yu’s confirmation, Liu Yuan felt as if struck by lightning. She had never dreamed that the man with whom she had shared intimate moments would be her son-in-law. Liu Yuan was truly stunned, her mind in disarray, her entire brain feeling muddled. Lin Feng also saw Liu Yuan’s presence, but at this moment, he had not realized Liu Yuan was Hua Yu’s mother. His focus was entirely on Lin Zhongtian’s family. He strongly suspected the intentions of Lin Zhongtian’s family in coming here.
“Lin Feng, why are you standing there stunned? Everyone at the table is waiting for you. My dear son-in-law, please take a seat!”
Hua He greeted him with a beaming smile. However, his gaze remained fixed on Ying Tianqing, who was beside Lin Feng. He assumed Ying Tianqing was Duan Liang, the renowned expert. Not only him, but Ji Zhengchun and the Immortal Crane True Person also had their attention on Ying Tianqing. They eagerly released a trace of their aura, attempting to gauge Ying Tianqing’s strength. As an esteemed Demonic Emperor, how could Ying Tianqing not perceive such a minor trick? A disdainful curve appeared on his lips. Without any physical movement, with just a thought, the auras released by Ji Zhengchun and the Immortal Crane True Person were invisibly dispersed.
Ji Zhengchun and the Immortal Crane True Person trembled simultaneously, as if struck by an invisible attack. Their expressions turned grim, and their eyes filled with indescribable shock as they looked at Ying Tianqing.
“Brother Ji, are you alright?” Hua Hai asked with concern when he saw Ji Zhengchun’s pale complexion.
“I’m fine.”
Ji Zhengchun replied he was fine, but internally, he was experiencing a tempest. This was because Ying Tianqing gave him a terrifying impression. He had used his aura to probe the opponent’s strength, only to have it suddenly dispersed. Furthermore, Ying Tianqing acted as if nothing had happened, without even a flicker of reaction. What did this imply? Was this person so strong that he was untouchable? Ji Zhengchun’s thoughts were chaotic, unsure how to explain this sudden development, as he had never encountered anything like it. The Immortal Crane True Person felt the same, his gaze towards Ying Tianqing filled with shock and curiosity.
“Little Zhen, it seems your brother is indeed not simple. His elder associate is quite extraordinary.” The Immortal Crane True Person whispered to Lin Zhen.
“Master, are you mistaken? I feel this guy in the suit is not much older than me?” Lin Zhen was also observing Ying Tianqing. Ying Tianqing gave him the impression of a major company CEO, appearing no different from an ordinary person. Indeed, with his aura retracted, Ying Tianqing looked like any other mortal, perhaps just taller and more heroic in appearance.
“Perhaps Master is mistaken. Let’s observe further.” The Immortal Crane True Person frowned, unable to ascertain anything for the moment.