Chapter 918: Feast at Hongmen Gate

individuals who could make decisions without dispute: Old Man and Wang Zheng.This level of authority was something even the other three top experts in Dragonscale didn't possess.However, a force once...Chapter 918 Feast at Hongmen

() It seems that the Qiao family's attitude has become clear from the beginning, showing a lack of friendliness.

Of course, before Wang Zheng set out for this trip, he had thoroughly estimated the risks involved in going to Hong Kong. If some members of the Qiao family were blinded by their interests, they might lose their minds and do something reckless. In the face of great benefits, who can remain indifferent

Wang Zheng has analyzed that Qiao Shanxing, this rising star of the Qiao family, would certainly choose a peaceful way to solve problems; assassinating Shangguan PoPo would be digging his own grave for him. What's worrisome is if other members of the Qiao family harbor evil intentions. The strong are afraid of those who go all out, those who go all out fear those who are resolute, and those who are resolute fear those who don't care about their lives; okay, let's not digress too much. No matter how aggressive or powerful the enemy is, they will eventually encounter someone as shameless as Wang Zheng.

The welcome reception had yet to start, but celebrities were already gathering in groups of three or four, a rare chance for them to exchange feelings and build relationships.

"Xuebing, you seem to have put on some weight this month," several young women in evening gowns gathered together, occasionally bursting into laughter. It seems that they usually get along quite well.

Of course, those who could make it here would manage to put on a friendly smile no matter how strained their usual relationship was.

Hearing this, Qiao Xuebing forced a laugh and said, "I didn't sleep well last night, so my face looks puffy." She failed to notice that it was already nighttime now; even if her face looked swollen when she woke up in the morning, there's no way it would still be swollen by evening.

Qiao Xuebing's face was slightly swollen, though the foundation could cover the purple finger marks but couldn't hide the swelling. All of this was caused by Qiao Jing’s two slaps!

The other female companions did not expose her when they heard what Qiao Xuebing said; however, in their hearts, they were thinking: "So what if she has gained weight What's there to be ashamed about She even came up with such a lame excuse."

At this moment, Qiao Xuebing was also seething with anger. She wished that she could tear Qiao Jing’s face apart; why did the thing she feared most happen

Last night when she returned home, Qiao Xuebing locked herself in her room. For her, getting slapped by Qiao Jing was an enormous humiliation. Therefore, she didn't tell her parents about this shocking news. Thinking of what would happen next, Qiao Xuebing felt uneasy.

This morning, Qiao Xuebing made a rare move and called Tong Lenglian several times in hopes of getting some information from him, only to find out that his phone was turned off; she could not reach him. Immediately, an ominous feeling arose in her heart.

After being missing for over ten years, Qiao Jing had finally appeared in Hong Kong, accompanied by a man who brought about endless fear. After such long silence, they must have been prepared. Qiao Xuebing touched her still stinging cheeks and a sinister expression flashed across her eyes.

"Hey, do you know that this banquet at the Qiao family is mainly to welcome Shishi"

In these so-called upper circles,上官詩詩's reputation was quite well-known. Although most people had never seen her, they still knew about this only daughter of the上官家正family.

"It's probably not a welcome, but rather an intimidating move," said a man who seemed to know some inside information as he shook his head: "Although the上官family is powerful, this is Hong Kong. I think it will be quite difficult for them to go toe-to-toe with the Qiao family here."

"This country bumpkin from the capital, I'd really like to see how my Qiao Shangxing makes her bow at his feet," said a woman in a low-cut backless outfit disdainfully. Clearly, she was a staunch fan of Qiao Shangxing.

Although this banquet was mainly hosted by young members such as Qiao Shangxing, some of the main figures from the second generation, like Qiao Chengying and Qiao Chenglin, also appeared at the venue to accompany the older political and business elites.

"How's everything going" In a corner of the hall, Qiao Chengying held his glass while asking an attendant-like man. This was his trusted aide Sun Gang, who usually handled covert matters for him.

"Master, you can rest assured. The search teams were dispatched long ago, and I've already informed the Triad Society. They will assist us in our search as well. We should receive news soon,"

Qiao Chengying's voice was grave: "We mustn't take it lightly; this is a matter of great importance, even concerning the survival of the Qiao family."

Sun Gang's expression turned serious and he nodded hastily. Then, he walked to one side and began using his phone to remotely command operations.

"Second Master, is there any news yet" At this moment, Tong Qigang approached. As usual for a Qiao family banquet, he was wearing the same Tang suit that people had grown accustomed to seeing him in.

"Still nothing." Qiao Chengying shook her head and said, "I've already checked the hotel where she's staying, but there's no trace of her. I really can't figure out what she's up to."

"Then we'll just have to wait." At this moment, Tong Qigang was more concerned about his son, Tong Leng, than he was about Qiao Jing's whereabouts.

Tong Leng had already boarded the plane heading to Europe. This relieved Tong Qigang; as long as Tong Leng left Hong Kong, he believed that no matter what happened here, it wouldn't affect his son.

Qiao Shanxing was dressed in a bright azure suit and held a glass of red wine, looking elegant and suave. Indeed, this young master of the Qiao family had both good looks and charm; being intelligent and wealthy, he made an ideal husband. As such, most of the beautiful women at the banquet were drawn to him, chattering around him nonstop. Qiao Shanxing was used to this scene and handled it with ease without ruffling any feathers.

Jiaoshanwang (Qiao Shanwang in pinyin), who usually played the part of a playboy, was making faces beside him and muttering under his breath, "Pfft, let's see if grandpa realizes who the real playboy in the Qiao family is!"

"If you want to achieve that goal, I think I can help," said a man dressed in a white suit with an emaciated face and figure as he sipped his wine and smiled faintly from behind Jiaoshanwang.

"Third Brother" Jiaoshanwang turned around with displeasure. "Please, don't keep drifting around like a ghost. Go flirt with your old flames; leave me alone."

This was Third Brother Qiao Shanyou, whom in theory Jiaoshanwang should address as 'third elder brother.' However, these two never got along and barely exchanged words on a daily basis. Yet Qiao Shanyou always tried to pull Jiaoshanwang out of the eldest's camp, as internal struggles within high society families were not much different from the power struggle among princes in the Qing dynasty's Yongzheng era. too hard on you, don't give me face either," Han Duosu反而說道: "If you suffer because of the old Han family's matters, even that old man [referring to his father] probably wouldn’t forgive me."Wang Zhen...