In the banquet hall, lights create a lavish scene, with fragrance and beauty all around, and most distinguished guests have already arrived.

As Yiren entered, many guests’ eyes lit up, looking back at her in amazement.

Because her attire tonight was particularly striking, like a resplendent phoenix, her whole being dazzled and naturally drew everyone’s attention as she appeared.

Yiren’s vanity was greatly satisfied. Her gaze swept over the attendees and saw the host, Hua Yueqi, talking and laughing with the guests. He came over, took her hand, and led her inside.

She smiled, but inside she felt great discontent. Her eyes swiftly scanned the surroundings, thinking, where is Lunxi, her brother? What did this mean? He hadn’t come out to greet her, not even a glimpse of him was seen.

In such an occasion, they, father and son, should have appeared together, allowing her to hold both of their hands as they walked in, demonstrating her status and prestige as the Hua family’s heiress.

Hmph, Lunxi’s lack of courtesy would be remembered. Once she fully inherited everything, she would see how to eradicate this cumbersome brother.

Like flowers fluttering with the willow, Hua Yueqi greeted the guests with a smile, while Yiren wore a proud smile. They ascended a small stage at the center of the banquet.

At once, the chatting guests stopped, and all eyes turned towards them.

Seeing the setup, everyone knew that Hua Yueqi had an announcement to make. As for what it was, even without saying it outright, everyone could guess: it was likely the disclosure that Hua Yiren was the female heir of the Hua family, who would inherit all the wealth and ownership of the companies left by Hua Linqi.

Yiren thought so too.

Holding the microphone, Hua Yueqi began with a smile, "Ladies and gentlemen, I’m delighted that you could grace our important Hua family banquet today. As you might be aware, since the passing of my brother Hua Linqi, our Hua family has been searching for a female heir. Fortunately, we have finally found the flesh and blood of my brother, ensuring a successor for our Hua family. After our confirmation, the legitimate heir is my niece standing beside me, Yiren."

Applause rang out.

Yiren revealed a victoriously ecstatic smile, forgetting even the pain in her hand, her laugh brimming with complacent delight.

This was the true confirmation of her status; now she would truly own everything of the Hua family—how could she not be elated?

But then...

"And another niece—Ye Lu."

Yiren thought she heard wrong, her face morphing into absolute astonishment, her pupils dilated rapidly as she abruptly turned towards Hua Yueqi, infuriated and incredulous: "Uncle, what nonsense are you talking about? How could there be two heirs? What’s this about Ye Lu?"

The guests below were equally stunned, murmuring among themselves with varied expressions, all quite surprised. Two heirs were unprecedented and would surely lead to family strife. 𝓯𝙧𝓮𝓮𝒘𝓮𝙗𝙣𝒐𝒗𝒆𝓵.𝓬𝓸𝒎

Because in the end, there could only be one heir.

Unexpectedly, the Hua family had earlier confirmed Yiren as the heir, but now suddenly introduced another contender. The clans present were all curious and eager to know about the other heir—who was she really?

Between the two heirs, which one would shine brighter and secure the victory.

At that moment, footsteps were heard from the second floor, causing the banquet hall to fall momentarily silent, and the guests subconsciously looked up towards the staircase.

There they saw Lunxi, in a black tailcoat, his form upright and distinguished, appearing on the second floor.

His manner respectful and tender as he supported a mysterious woman.