As time passed by, there were more and more guests in Gulou City. Those who arrived early were basically relatives or close friends.
However, Qiao Meng did not know many of them very well. Only a few of them, such as Li Ka, Li Qiang, Wanda, Wan Hang, the old mayor, and Wang Gang, whom he had just met, were relatively familiar with him. Qiao Meng also went to fight with them one by one.
To say hello, Li Qiang and Wan Hang couldn't get angry because today was the old man's birthday, so they could only smile together to show their friendship.
This is the birthday of the last head of the Yao family. When he was in power, many people here might not have been born yet. Anyone who dares to cause trouble here now simply doesn’t want to hang out in S City. Even an important member of the Wan family like Wanhang Wanda
The characters don’t dare to make mistakes.
Although Wanjia is developing rapidly, its background may not be as rich as that of Yaojia. If we really have to go head-to-head, we are still not sure that we can really win.
By ** o'clock in the evening, the entire Gulou City was already very lively, with more and more people flowing, and basically all the guest tables were occupied. For this banquet, all the tables in Gulou City were replaced by large ones.
It can ensure that there are more people at the table, but Qiao Meng is the only one here with Yao Miaomiao and Ge Yuling, which looks a bit desolate. Many people came without knowing them, so they did not stop at this table.
After a while, Qiao Meng suddenly stood up because he saw his master being helped to his table.
"Master, why are you here?"
"You kid, can't I come?"
"No, I didn't take you with me because I saw how crowded the place was."
"It's okay, I just came after receiving the invitation."
Qiao Meng was confused now. Why did his master receive the invitation? Could it be that he knew the old man, but that wasn't right, it didn't make sense.
"Okay, no need to guess. In fact, my father and Mr. Yao used to be good friends, but we never saw each other again due to some reasons. It was his old man who opened the small toy shop I opened in the past. He knew about my father's death.
Later, I helped secretly, but there was little contact after that." Liu Xiazi slowly told some of the relationship back then.
Over the years, Qiao Meng had never heard of such a relationship, and Blind Liu himself had never mentioned it. He didn't even know how this store was opened in the first place. He only knew that it had existed as long as he could remember.
Several people were quietly listening to Blind Liu talking about some things from that year, especially Qiao Meng, who listened very carefully. He sorted out and compared some of the points that he had doubts about, and finally found the answer to the explanation.
At this time, Wang Zhe and others chatted a lot with the upper-class relatives of the Yao family, and suddenly saw that Qiao Meng was also there, and there were still a lot of empty seats where they were sitting, so they nodded with the Yao family and walked straight towards this direction.
Came over.
Now the upper class members of the Yao family began to become more and more curious about Qiao Meng. Wang Zhe and the others were not simple, especially Wang Zhe himself. The jade business in Deyilou could be said to be the number one in S City, and the Stone Gambling Association was established.
The Yao family also wanted to produce in it, but there was no talent in this field in the family. In the end, they could only maintain a relatively friendly relationship and occasionally do two businesses.
Even Wang Gang, who has the simplest identity among them, is one of the best players in the stone gambling industry in S City, let alone a senior boss like Tian Lao. He actually stopped communicating with them because of Qiao Meng's relationship and walked over directly.
This had to make them curious about what kind of energy Qiao Meng had.
Wang Zhe came over first and asked: "Xiao Meng, I didn't expect to meet again so soon. Why are you here to attend this birthday banquet?"
"Oh, of course I'm coming to my girlfriend's grandpa's birthday." Qiao Meng said very naturally.
"You kid, you've hidden it well enough. You've even captured the daughter of the Yao family. You're really quite capable. You're not inferior to your skills in stone gambling at all." Jin Long teased casually at this time.
road.
Qiao Meng was a little embarrassed after saying this, and Yao Miaomiao lowered her head shyly. How could she have known that Qiao Meng would have so many friends and be so enthusiastic about the things between the two of them?
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"Xiao Meng, do you mind if we all sit here?" Tianlao said with a smile.
"Don't mind, don't mind. Let's all sit down. It just so happens that it doesn't have to be so cold here." Qiao Meng hurriedly greeted him. How dare he say he didn't mind. These are all big names with a lot of ability, not to mention that he still needs their support in the future.
As for help, we should treat it well.
After everyone sat down, since it was their first time to meet each other except Qiao Meng himself, I introduced him to them. They all praised Qiao Meng for being young and promising, and it was very meaningful for him to catch such a treasure of the Yao family.
Looking at him and Ge Yuling, she seemed to be able to see a little bit of the connection between the two, and lamented that young people are just different.
When his master Liu Xiazi was introduced, everyone except Tian Lao stood up, bowed to him and said: "Master Liu, I have long admired your name. Your apprentice teaches really well."
"Everywhere, he is smart." Blind Liu didn't brag and said good things for his apprentice. He also knew that these people had many tricks in the industry. If he could fancy Qiao and give him a try, he would definitely do it.
It couldn't be better.
In fact, Liu Xiazi's reputation in the antique world of S City is not small. At least he is very mysterious when it comes to authenticity. They all have a little respect for this senior. Now that Qiao Meng has appeared again, they have to respect him even more.
, this is a talented master, no matter how bad he is, he will not be any worse, and his strength is worthy of recognition.
Just when their table was chatting happily, the lights suddenly came into focus, and a white-haired old man standing in the center of the field was surrounded by spotlights. Standing next to him were the current head of the Yao family, Yao Tianfu, and his wife.
The old man looked very simple in his attire, just a red robe, which was both festive and grand, fully able to show off his original domineering aura.
He is Yao Ming, the hero of the Yao family in the last century. As soon as he appeared, he greeted all the guests present and smiled.
Li Yang and others also stood up together with the guests present and applauded the old man. The scene was extremely warm. Many of them were people who had been helped by the old man. Now that they have achieved success, they have not forgotten their kindness and cooperated closely with the Yao family.
I come here now just to thank the old man for his help and support to them back then. He is their hero. Even though he is late, he still deserves applause.
After cheering, the old man motioned for everyone to sit down, drink and play to their heart's content. Today there will also be a performance here to entertain everyone.
After announcing that the banquet had officially begun, the old man, led by Yao Tianfu, came to the table where Qiao Meng and the others were sitting, mainly to see his granddaughter.
After the old man heard about Qiao Meng's existence, he wanted to get to know him even more and see what kind of person he was. If possible, it would not be a bad idea to cancel the engagement with Wanjia. He still hoped that his granddaughter could be happy.
After coming over, Yao Tianfu was stunned for a moment when he saw the people at this table and then said: "Qiao Meng, thank you very much for coming."
"Uncle Yao, you're welcome. Grandpa Yao, hello, I'm Qiao Meng." Qiao Meng didn't dare to make a mistake. He changed his name to Yao Tianfu as uncle to show respect, and immediately introduced himself to the old man.
"Okay, the young man is quite handsome, and there is a sharp look in his eyes. It's not simple. Our Miaomiao likes you, and I think it's okay."
The old man first praised Qiao Meng and then said to Yao Miaomiao: "My dear granddaughter, I haven't seen grandpa for so long, do you miss me?"
"Of course I have. Grandpa, we have prepared a gift for you today. Qiao Meng said you will definitely like it."
Yao Miaomiao hugged the old man. She really missed her grandfather, and then she didn't forget to tell him about the gift to make him happy and have a better impression of Qiao Meng.
"Oh, then I have to take a look, but I will be happy with anything my granddaughter gives me." The old man is really happy now. He has not seen his granddaughter for a long time, and he is the only biological granddaughter.
Does it hurt?
Several people sitting nearby also got up early to congratulate the old man. Such a person did not expect to be able to communicate at such a close distance. Even Tian Lao had to stand up and speak politely to the old man. He had also been favored by the old man.
It is only through people that we have achieved today’s achievements and status.
Not to mention blind man Liu, he immediately recognized the old man and said many words of thanks.
"Xiao Liu, it's a pity that your father had an accident back then. Otherwise, his status might be higher than mine now. But Qiao Meng turned out to be your apprentice. No wonder the education was so good. Back then,
Your father is also very good at educating you. I will let Tian Fu take care of this boy from now on."
The old man recalled some past events from that year and felt very emotional, so he made such a promise.
Everyone present was shocked. Yao Ming, who can be said to be the most influential person in S City, actually promised to take good care of Qiao Meng. Who would dare to mess with him in the future? As long as they can't get along with him, they will not give the Yao family face. This
The power of one sentence was so great that it immediately made Qiao Meng the target of everyone's favour.
After hearing that he was the boyfriend of the daughter of the Yao family, everyone's heads were buzzing. This was the rhythm of cultivating the next generation of the head of the Yao family. Some people who recognized Qiao Meng even thought that it was time to let the Yao family
A more brilliant prelude, because Qiao Meng is not an ordinary person.
When the Li brothers heard the news, they had different emotions. Li Ka was very happy for his long-lasting acquaintance, but Li Qiang was very unconvinced and thought that Qiao Meng did not deserve all this. He was still a young apprentice a month ago.
Why do you want to become an emperor who can step on his head now? He refuses to accept it!
Wanda from the Wan family didn't worry too much after hearing the news. Instead, she was thinking about something. Wan Hang was different. It turned out that he was the son-in-law of the Yao family.
All of this should belong to him, but it was taken away by Qiao Meng, a halfway monk. He was even more dissatisfied. At this time, he had already thought of countless countermeasures to deal with Qiao Meng.
Even if he gains a lot this night, Qiao Meng will officially become the primary target of all reactionary forces.