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Tang Shanshan never expected that Ye Chen and Ming Rui were actually sworn brothers.

"You're so mean! Why didn't you say so sooner? If you had, I would have been lying down already."

Thinking of this, she smiled and playfully punched Ye Chen, her face flushed with shyness.

Although Mingrui understood the Great Xia language, he wasn't very fluent in it. When he heard her say "lie flat," he immediately looked at the two of them with a strange expression.

"Lie down? Miss Tang, are you going to lie on the bed? Then I won't disturb you any longer." After saying that, he raised an eyebrow and turned to leave.

Tang Shanshan immediately blushed and hurriedly waved her hands, "No, that's not what you mean. You two talk first, I'll go check the front."

Before she could finish speaking, she covered her face and ran away.

Mingrui winked at Ye Chen, "Big brother, it seems this Miss Tang has more than just ordinary friendship with you."

"Let's not talk about that. Tell me about your experiences over the past two years," Ye Chen abruptly changed the subject.

Mingrui scoffed, "I have nothing to say. It's just a fight with four brothers. But you, eldest brother, weren't you doing so well abroad? How did you become the foolish young master of the Ye family?"

"This is a long story..."

Ye Chen briefly recounted the events of the past few days to Mingrui, picking out the parts he could tell her.

"These damned bastards, I was wondering why they were targeting a small jeweler, turns out it was all to get back at you, big brother."

"Giving the mineral allocation rights for the Southwest region to Tang's Jewelry, will that affect you? Do you need my help?"

"No need. He's just a mere Grand Commandant Hong. Even if he has power, how could he possibly control me? I only have some business dealings with him; it's nothing to worry about."

Hearing him say that, Ye Chen nodded and said, "Okay, I believe in your abilities, but if you need any help, just let me know."

Mingrui laughed and put his arm around his shoulder. "Don't worry, big brother, I won't hold back."

As the two were catching up, Ye Chen's phone suddenly rang; it was Ye Tianfeng calling.

"Good grandson, my old brothers are almost all gathered. We're getting ready to get together. Come over now, it's time to show your face to everyone."

Previously, with Ye Tianfeng and his nine uncles supporting the Ye family, Ye Chen didn't need to worry about family matters at all.

But things are different now; only the grandfather and grandson remain at home.

Although Ye Tianfeng's trip to Longdu was highly anticipated and the risks had been minimized, it was still hard to guarantee that Grand Tutor Yan and Grand Commandant Hong wouldn't take unnecessary risks.

Therefore, he wanted to hand over the Ye family's connections to Ye Chen before leaving.

Ye Chen naturally understood his meaning and agreed without hesitation.

Not long after Ye Tianfeng hung up the phone, Li Muling called.

"Master, the old man is holding a gathering at the Lin'an Hotel at noon. I noticed that many of the kitchen staff and service personnel at the hotel were replaced this morning. I suspect those people are planning to make a move."

Ye Chen recalled the news Lan Yulu had sent back from Miao territory: the Seven Fiends Old Monster and his seven disciples had left Miao territory and their whereabouts were unknown.

If they are indeed members of the Leaf Extinction Alliance, then the greatest risk of this gathering naturally comes from them.

Ye Chen had dealt with Miao Gu masters many times and was familiar with their methods. After a moment's thought, he solemnly instructed Li Muling.

"The Seven Fiends of Miao Territory may have arrived in Lin'an. You should send more people to protect their safety, especially regarding their food and drink. Do not let them drink the water from the hotel."

Before I arrive, I shouldn't eat anything provided by the hotel, and finally, they should place two high-powered air purifiers in the lobby where they're having their party.

"Understood, I will make the arrangements immediately."

After hanging up the phone, Ye Chen said apologetically.

"Brother, I have to leave now."

"it is good."

Seeing his expression, Mingrui knew that this was a serious matter, so she went with him to the front hall.

In the front hall, Tang Shanshan was surrounded by a group of jewelers.

Everyone was trying their best to curry favor with her, hoping to get a share of the profits.

Upon seeing Ye Chen and Ming Rui emerge, she immediately squeezed through the crowd and approached Ye Chen.

Ye Chen said to her, "Sister Shan, Grandpa asked me to go eat, so I'll be going now."

"Alright, I'll have the driver take you there. Be careful on the road." Tang Shanshan nodded sensibly when she saw that Ye Chen didn't intend to take her with him.

Now, in front of Ye Chen, her main role is to be obedient and docile.

Moreover, although Mingrui verbally agreed to give the Southeast mineral resources to Tang's Jewelry, the two parties still need to sign a series of agreements, which is a considerable amount of work, and she has to personally oversee it.

After saying goodbye to Tang Shanshan and Mingrui, Ye Chen rode in Tang Shanshan's car and went directly to the Lin'an Hotel.

Ye Tianfeng chose to hold the gathering here because Zheng Jun, the owner behind the Lin'an Hotel, was also supported by the Ye family back then.

Zheng Jun also went to the official guesthouse to pay his respects as soon as he arrived in Lin'an.

Ye Chen glanced at the decrypted list of the Ye family's enemies on his phone and murmured, "Grandpa would be heartbroken if he knew the Zheng family had betrayed us."

Thinking of this, he sighed softly.

He made up his mind that if the Zheng family did not get involved in this matter today, he could give them some face and only punish those who participated in the Ye Annihilation Alliance back then.

But if they dare to make any move, then don't blame him for being ruthless.

The Lin'an Hotel was completely surrounded by experts from the Hundred Flowers Society of Nangong Qian's faction.

In addition, there were many more people on guard inside the hotel, so theoretically no one could disrupt the party.

Unfortunately, no matter how much you guard against it, it's hard to guard against a thief within your own family.

The banquet was about to begin, and he had to go check the dishes immediately.

"Halt! Who goes there?"

Just as Ye Chen was about to go in, he was stopped by the guards at the entrance.

Just then, Nangong Qian's reprimand came from the doorway.

"Let him in."

After saying that, she jogged over to Ye Chen, took his arm, and led him inside.

Watching the two figures disappear into the distance, the group of guards exchanged bewildered glances.

Who exactly is this person? The leader himself greeted him, and the two were even behaving so intimately. At this moment, they felt a pang of jealousy.

Upon entering the hotel, Nangong Qian immediately suppressed her smile and reported to Ye Chen.

"The situation is not good. Zheng Jiang, the younger brother of the hotel owner Zheng Jun, personally intervened and prevented our people from entering the kitchen. I'm afraid these people are poisoning it."

"Let's go take a look."

Ye Chen said as he stepped into the elevator.

Meanwhile, in the kitchen of the Lin'an Grand Hotel, amidst a group of men wearing chef's hats, stood a young man who seemed completely out of place.

The young man, with his brightly colored hair, was pouring a similarly brightly colored liquid into the prepared food.

Through the glass, you can see a colorful toad floating quietly in the liquid.