134 Start The Gathering (2/2)

Chen Zhenxin glanced at his younger brother and his wife; as he expected, neither one of them looked very happy.

Every year around this time, while other families were busy greeting visitors who came to pay tribute, only a couple of visitors would even so much as to acknowledge the two. Chen Fan's parents were humans after all, and they were also bound by earthly sentiments such as vanity. Seeing they were practically ignored, disappointment and embarrassment started to creep onto their faces.

Suddenly, someone shouted from outside the courtyard.

”CEO of the Reed Construction Group, Mr. Li is here!”

A few men and women filed through the entrance, and the leader of the group was dressed in expensive business suits.

”I bet the seventh uncle invited him.” Chen Fan murmured.

Lo and behold, the oldest son of the seventh uncle, stood up immediately and walked over to the businessman.

”Wow, Mr. Li, thank you so much for coming all the way!”

”It is my honor to be invited to your family gathering. Plus, I didn't get a chance to wish you a happy new year before you left.”

”Thank you, thank you! Come on in.”

Chen Fan's uncle smiled broadly as he led Mr. Li into the main hall. Most people inside the hall stood up at the sight of such prestigious guests, save for Chen Zhenxin and a few other leaders of the clan.

As soon as Mr. Li entered the hall, he saluted the family leaders and said: ”Greetings Elder Chen, Big Brother Chen. My name is Li Youcai. On behalf of the Reed group, I wish you a happy new year.”

”Thank you, Mr. Li.”

Chen Zhenxin nodded aloofly. This multi-millionaire had barely caught his attention.

Mr. Li didn't mind the cold tone of Chen Zhenxin. He plastered on a toady smile. It was a rare chance for him to meet someone as high up as Chen Zhenxin. Thanks to the invitation, he got the opportunity to rub shoulders with him.

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”Boss Zhang from Wu Zhou Minerals”

”Qian Fuhao from the Jin City, Dinhu District.”

”CEO Mr. Jiang of the Imperial Entertainment.”

”Boss Xu from Jiang Zhou City.”

Some guests were invited by Chen Fan's second uncle; some were by Chen Xiao. However, the old man's former subordinates and Chen Zhenxin's coworkers make up the bulk of the guests.

The most prestigious guest was a billionaire from Hai Zhou. His arrival even caught the old man's attention, and Chen Zhenxin walked to the entrance and received him personally.

The businessman's last name was Yang. Although he was not a government official, he controlled most of the resources in his local city. His appearance had even taken Chen Zhenxin by surprise.

Guests kept on pouring in for the entire morning. Most families were surrounded by their guests.

Even some of the in-laws were accompanied by their guests; however, seats around Chen Fan's parents remained empty, making them feel increasingly self-conscious.

Wang Xiaoyun finally regretted. He wagered that he should have at least invited her business partners. Looking around them, not only they had turned into laughing stocks in the eyes of Chen Fan's Great Uncle and Second Uncle, but also that of other family members.

”What about now, Xiao Fan. Do you still think connections are overrated?”

Chen An walked over to Chen Fan and asked.

By then, most of the guests had arrived, and he figured that it was about time to teach Chen Fan a life lesson.

”didn't you hear him, brother An? Our cousin claimed that he is the most important person here, and could trump any guest you bring. I think he fancies himself to be the prince of the mighty Wang family.” Chen Xu said sarcastically.

Chen Fan furrowed his brows; he hated people mentioning the Wang family in front of him.

Even as he was going to rebut, a voice came from the outside.

”CEO of the Yans Textile Group from Chu Zhou City, Boss Yan is here!”

Even as the announcer announced the name, he was taken aback by the appearance of anyone from the Chu Zhou City.

Chu Zhou City was located in Jiang Bei region; far away from Jin City. However, the guest's name was familiar to everyone in the main hall. Everyone had heard of the Yan Group; it was a multi-billion yuan company. However, no one knew who invited the owner?

”Maybe he is here for me.”

Chen Fan's Second Uncle said as he hurried to the door.

Everyone watched as a chubby middle-aged man walked into the courtyard. His beady eyes scanned the courtyard left and right before he scurried toward Chen Fan's table while outright ignoring Chen Qianxin, who was coming at him.

”Master… Mr. Chen. I finally found you!”

To everyone's surprise, Chen Fan looked up at the chubby man and said with knotted brows: ”You are… Xiao Yan?”