After a dozen minutes, the two BMW 7 Series from the provincial city finally arrived at the entrance of the old residence of the Situ Family.
The He Family truly traveled light; the three of them rode in the lead car, followed by six bodyguards, a display that was not grandiose.
However, even though it was just the second-generation He Zhaohui and Geng Shuyun couple, along with the third-generation eldest son He Jinrong, standing at the front door of the Situ Family still exuded an imposing aura.
Whether it was the Situ Family led by Situ Zhenjiang or the guests they had invited, all hurried to greet them, not daring to show any neglect.
As the younger generation and a main character, He Jinrong walked at the forefront, holding a gift box that was not lavishly wrapped in his hand, intended as a birthday gift for Situ Zhenjiang from the He Family. Its contents were unknown, but it was certain to be extremely valuable and precious.
"Grandpa Situ, Jinrong is here to see you, wishing you a joyous birthday, as bountiful as the East Sea and as enduring as the Southern Mountains!"
He Jinrong fully embraced the demeanor of the younger generation, smiling politely as he presented the carefully prepared birthday gift.
"Jinrong, you're very thoughtful. We'll be family in the future, so there's no need to be so courteous!"
The usually stern and unsmiling Situ Zhenjiang managed to show a rare smile, accepting He Jinrong's birthday gift with both hands, not daring to act superior.
Upon hearing Situ Zhenjiang's words, He Jinrong grew more buoyant, knowing that Situ Zhenjiang had deeply acknowledged him as a grandson-in-law!
After exchanging a few pleasantries with He Jinrong, Situ Zhenjiang took the initiative to greet He Zhaohui and Geng Shuyun, "Mr. He, Ms. Geng, welcome!"
He used formal titles, fully expressing his respect and enthusiasm.
Although these two were a generation younger than him, the He Zhaohui couple, under the shade of the He Family, possessed a status, position, and power much greater than his, not to be underestimated.
"Uncle Situ, long time no see, wishing you a happy birthday, as prosperous as the East Sea with continuous flow, and as enduring as the Southern Mountain evergreen pine!" He Zhaohui said, smiling as he stepped forward to shake hands with Situ Zhenjiang, his demeanor courteous as well.
"Zhaohui, you indeed are a cultivated talent of the He Family; your tongue is still sharp, unlike us who come from a military background."
Situ Zhenjiang chuckled, then released He Zhaohui's hand, voluntarily lowering his posture.
After some pleasantries and handshake with Geng Shuyun, Situ Zhenjiang invited the He Family's trio to enter, but before He Zhaohui and He Jinrong could step in, Geng Shuyun suddenly asked, "Uncle Situ, where is Situ Yan?"
Initially, she didn't think much of this daughter-in-law yet to be married in, believing that Situ Yan was just lucky enough to catch her son's eye, thus having the chance to enter the He Family.
Now, including the family head Situ Zhenjiang, everyone from the Situ Family came out to greet them in person, yet as the other lead of the marriage, Situ Yan avoided showing up; what's the reasoning here?
Not just Geng Shuyun, but He Zhaohui and He Jinrong were inwardly dissatisfied as well, though they didn't express it as directly as Geng Shuyun did.
Feeling the displeasure in Geng Shuyun's tone, the smile on Situ Zhenjiang's face froze suddenly, hurriedly finding an excuse, "Xiao Yan is busy at work, there have been many tasks in Binhai recently, I've already sent someone to fetch her, she should be on the way!"
"Is work more important, or is today's event more important?" Geng Shuyun snapped, "Isn't she old enough to tell which is light and which is heavy?"
Seeing Geng Shuyun's strong stance, the atmosphere turned somewhat awkward, even Situ Zhenjiang found himself at a loss for words.
"Come on, who doesn't have times of busyness, what are you worrying about?"
At a critical moment, He Zhaohui spoke up, giving his wife a slight glare and then smiling as he offered Situ Zhenjiang a graceful way out, "Uncle Situ, shall we go in and wait?"
"Okay, let's go in and wait!" Situ Zhenjiang quickly accepted the solution, inwardly feeling frustrated toward Situ Jingjie and Situ Yan for their tardiness. What are those two meandering about for, making him lose face on purpose?!
He Zhaohui signalled Geng Shuyun to stop saying anything further.
Then, the family of three, with their bodyguards, followed along with Situ Zhenjiang and others into the old residence of the Situ Family, passing through the courtyard and arriving at the hall.
At this time, several tables were already set up in the hall, prepared with tea and fruits.
When the trio of the He Family and the invited guests were all seated, Situ Yan's aunt, Situ Yuhong, immediately served tea and water, being attentive, apparently afraid of further delaying the He Family, irritating Geng Shuyun.
Not only her, but Situ Yan's uncle, Situ Yutao, who is also Situ Jingjie's father, was also diligently offering cigarettes to He Zhaohui.
"Uncle Situ, dear in-laws, we've had tea and fruits, yet our future daughter-in-law still hasn't shown up, isn't she making a bit too big of a scene? Shouldn't you make a call to hurry her?"
After rounds of tea, Geng Shuyun spoke up again, looking displeased, almost pointing at the Situ Family.
"Qi Qiuge, go call and ask what's going on with those two, don't they know where the family home is?" Situ Zhenjiang said coldly to his second daughter-in-law, who is Situ Yan's mother.
"Yes, Dad!" Qi Qiuge promptly took out her phone, ready to call Situ Yan.
But just then, footsteps were suddenly heard from outside; Situ Yan seemed to have just arrived!
"Dad, in-laws, Xiao Yan is here!" Qi Qiuge quickly turned back to the table full of people, saying.
"Situ Yan is here?" He Jinrong stood up suddenly upon hearing this, having been eager to meet his future wife, now showing a trace of excitement on his face.
Under the eyes of everyone, the next moment, Situ Yan indeed walked in.
However, she was not alone; there was an unfamiliar man by her side!
Furthermore, based on Situ Yan's attire, it did not seem like she came to celebrate her grandfather's birthday or attend an engagement banquet.
She was dressed so simply and casually, not even caring for appearances, not even intending to pretend.
The faces of He Zhaohui and Geng Shuyun immediately darkened!
The expressions of the entire Situ Family, and those relatives and friends who had come to witness the engagement, were all stunned!
No one expected Situ Yan to appear in such a manner!
Moreover, she brought back a stranger man?
Where was Situ Jingjie? Where did he go? Shouldn't he be the one accompanying Situ Yan at this moment?
Having experienced the ways of the world, Situ Zhenjiang suddenly realized things might be going wrong! Everything was unfolding in the way he least wanted!
Could that man openly brought by Situ Yan actually be her secret lover, Jiang Feng?
He actually broke through Situ Jingjie's barriers, coming to disrupt the marriage?!