Upon hearing this, Duanmu Lanshan's heart slightly trembled. Fifteen years ago, she had already made a mistake that led to a family seeking revenge. Now, fifteen years later, is she going to make another mistake, risking her daughter's happiness?

Thinking of this, a tear gently slid down Duanmu Lanshan's beautiful eyes, seemingly unable to bear it, as she saw a hint of resentment in Xiao Ziyan's eyes.

Then, Duanmu Lanshan said to Xiao Ziyan, "If you don't want to attend the banquet tomorrow, then don't. Mother won't make things difficult for you!"

"You won't?" Xiao Ziyan's eyes flashed, "He will!"

He naturally referred to Xiao Yuanshan.

"You can't blame your father for that. As the Clan Leader, he carries a heavy responsibility. Ever since our ancestor was executed by your second brother, the Xiao Family's status has plummeted. As the leader..."

"So my happiness has to be sacrificed, right?" Xiao Ziyan abruptly interrupted, her eyes flashing as she spoke, "Does it mean that whoever wins tomorrow, I have to marry them? Even if they are someone utterly heinous, I have to wed them in the future?"

"This..."

"No words, which proves I was right, doesn't it?" As she spoke, crystal tears rolled down Xiao Ziyan's face, "Perhaps this is my fate!"

"Have you fallen for the CEO of Celestial Universe?" Duanmu Lanshan asked inexplicably, leaving Xiao Ziyan stunned for a moment, before Duanmu Lanshan continued, "You know who the CEO of Celestial Universe is, and you know each other, right?"

Duanmu Lanshan had a reason to ask this, given that the CEO of Celestial Universe had killed many strong members of the Ancient Martial Clan for Xiao Ziyan. If someone said Xiao Ziyan didn't know the CEO, no one would believe it.

"I don't know him!" Xiao Ziyan replied bluntly, "I don't even understand what's going on. Why does Celestial Universe call me 'Miss'? Why did that big brother save me? I don't know. As for liking him, I do like him, but it's the affection between siblings, not what you think!"

"You guys!"

"Stop trying to get more information from me, will you? I really don't know who the CEO of Celestial Universe is!" Xiao Ziyan interrupted, making Duanmu Lanshan realize she had been seen through by this girl.

And Xiao Ziyan continued, "I'm tired!"

"Alright, get some rest early!" Duanmu Lanshan patted Xiao Ziyan's shoulder and then left the room.

...

The next morning, Celestial Universe Hotel.

Today, Celestial Universe Hotel was destined not to be peaceful, because early in the day, a mysterious person arrived at the hotel, taking over Mo Hanshan's office.

This mysterious young man was, of course, Xiao Tianyu, who wouldn't forget that today was his sister's birthday.

Moreover, he knew that today was not only his sister's birthday but also the day the Xiao Family used her to associate with the Ancient Martial Clans of Fengzhou City. He was determined to see who would dare threaten his sister and make her do something she didn't want.

"CEO, today is..." Mo Hanshan was about to speak but was interrupted by Xiao Tianyu, "I know!"

After speaking, Xiao Tianyu continued, "Notify them, divide into three groups to celebrate Ziyan's birthday!"

"Yes!" Mo Hanshan nodded and left the office.

Xiao Tianyu's gaze fell on Old Liu, and he said, "Old Liu, you should go too. If anyone dares to bully Ziyan, handle it yourself. Today, you are Ziyan's bodyguard!"

"CEO, aren't you going?"

"I have other arrangements, so there's no rush!" Xiao Tianyu's deep gaze flickered, and then his figure floated out of the window, leaving Old Liu feeling a bit depressed. The mind of a master is truly beyond our understanding.

...

Xiao Family.

Today, as it was Xiao Ziyan's birthday, guests from all directions arrived at Xiao Family early in the morning to offer their congratulations, causing a continuous flow of people throughout the Xiao household.

Moreover, if you looked closely, these visitors were all Martial Artists, evidently coming from various Ancient Martial Clans of Fengzhou City.

It's no wonder, today was not only the sixteenth birthday of Xiao Family's young lady, Xiao Ziyan, but also the day of her engagement. A girl like Xiao Ziyan, with talent and beauty, who wouldn't want to see her, or see whom she would marry?

Even Emperor Star Academy was shaken by the news of Xiao Ziyan's birthday.

"People from the Zhuge Clan have arrived!"

With the sound of a voice, outside the main hall of the Xiao Family, numerous mass-produced sports cars were parked. Soon, a group of young figures emerged from the cars and walked towards the main hall.

These youths were all core disciples of the Zhuge Family, each one haughty and looking down on others.

"It's Zhuge Lantian!" As this group of youths entered the main hall, someone exclaimed, "It seems Zhuge Lantian himself has led the Zhuge Family here, indicating he has similar intentions for Xiao Ziyan!"

"Duh, Xiao Ziyan not only has great talent but at fifteen she was already one of the three beauties of Fengzhou City. Who wouldn't want to marry her into their family?"

"True, if only I were born into one of these pinnacle families, I would want to try too!"

"You? I think you'd better forget it!"

"..."

Inside the hall, many gazes fell on the group of people from the Zhuge Family, focusing on the leading young man filled with pride. This young man was indeed Zhuge Lantian, the son of the Zhuge Clan Leader.

Behind Zhuge Lantian were several powerful middle-aged men, all emanating an intimidating aura. Clearly, they were extraordinary people, present to protect Zhuge Lantian.

"People from the Ouyang Family have arrived!"

Not long after the Zhuge Family's arrival, numerous mass-produced sports cars also parked at the Xiao Family's open-air parking lot.

"Look, that person seems to be Ouyang Jing!"

Swish, swish, swish~

In the vast hall, many eyes fell on the group of youths from the Ouyang Family. The leading person was elegant, moving fluidly, exuding an extraordinary vibe.

Someone responded, "Who else could it be, if not him?"

"It's said that after Ouyang Shaojue died, Ouyang Jing became the successor to the future Clan Leader of the Ouyang Family. It seems he has high hopes for Xiao Ziyan today!"

"Of course!"

The arrival of the Ouyang Family drew plenty of attention, with Ouyang Jing becoming the focus.

"People from the Nangong Family have arrived!" Moments later, another voice rang out as a group appeared at the main hall entrance. This group was young disciples of the Nangong Family, all escorted by formidable protectors.

"It's Nangong Yuan!"

Indeed, the leading person was the son of the Nangong Clan Leader, Nangong Yuan. He had a tall, burly physique, possessing immense strength—each step seemed to cause the ground to slightly tremble.

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