The largest room in the Yan Family Mansion was brightly lit at this ti.
In the center of the room, a long table made of white jade was arranged.
The dinnerware was neatly laid out on the long table, and around it, several young maids were in attendance.
Jing Yan and Gao Feng, following the couple Yan Zhuang, entered and everyone gradually took their seats.
Not long after sitting down, two martial artists, a man and a woman who appeared to be around thirty years old, also walked in one after another.
"Cousin Gao Feng? I just heard the news of your return and could hardly believe it. Now seeing that it’s really you, I’m truly happy. Hmm, you look just as beautiful as before," the male martial artist said in a loud voice, his gaze fixed on Gao Feng.
This person was Gao Feng’s cousin called Yan Kuan, the youngest son of Yan Zhuang and Gao Hui.
"Cousin, cousin!" Gao Feng stood up.
Jing Yan also stood up and nodded with a smile at the two approaching.
"Yan Kuan, Qingbi, co and sit down!" Yan Zhuang said authoritatively.
This cousin of Gao Feng’s was nad Yan Qingbi, the youngest daughter of the two Yan Zhuangs.
Yan Zhuang and his wife had four children. Only two were present today; the other two were currently not in Green Field County City.
"Housekeeper Zhai, serve the dishes!" With everyone gathered, Yan Zhuang ordered Housekeeper Zhai to serve the food.
Housekeeper Zhai acknowledged and then, one after another, exquisite dishes were brought to the table.
"Gao Feng, you left our ho over thirty years ago, right?" Yan Qingbi glanced at Gao Feng.
"Yes," Gao Feng nodded.
"After leaving for so long, why did you suddenly co back? With no news for more than thirty years, we all thought you and your brother were dead," Yan Qingbi huffed.
"Qingbi, what are you saying?" Yan Zhuang frowned and scolded.
"I’m just a bit angry! You left without saying a word, and we sent people looking everywhere! How worried you and mother were," Yan Qingbi retorted.
"At that ti, it was my brother and I who were thoughtless," Gao Feng said apologetically.
"Alright, let the past be the past," Gao Feng’s aunt Gao Hui glared at Yan Qingbi.
"Hehe, actually the reason why cousin Gao Feng left without saying anything was because of our mother. If it weren’t for our mother wanting Gao Feng to marry the son of the Zhu Family, she would have never left so abruptly," Yan Kuan said with a light laugh.
"Let’s eat. Today is a day of celebration; let what’s passed stay in the past," Yan Zhuang said as he picked up his chopsticks.
Everyone began to eat.
"Cousin, who is this? Why haven’t you introduced him?" During the al, Yan Qingbi turned her attention to Jing Yan.
"This is Jing Yan, your cousin-in-law," Gao Hui interjected.
Her tone was quite casual, clearly showing she was not too satisfied. In her view, Jing Yan was surely no match for the son of the Zhu Family.
The Zhu Family, a large family in Green Field County City, though not top-tier, could still be considered second tier. If one could marry into the Zhu Family, how wonderful would that be? How many won dreamt of marrying into the Zhu Family!
"Cousin Gao Feng, you’re married?" Yan Qingbi’s eyes widened in an exaggerated manner.
"Yes, cousin," Gao Feng nodded.
Jing Yan could see that the relationship between Gao Feng and this cousin was not good; she could not be bothered to interact much with Yan Qingbi. Only when asked by Yan Qingbi did Gao Feng briefly respond.
"Congratulations, congratulations, cousin. You got married before ," Yan Qingbi said insincerely, then turned towards Jing Yan, "Cousin-in-law is quite handso, even more so than the son of the Zhu Family. No wonder cousin took a fancy to him."
"You can’t say that; what’s the use of just being good-looking? Pretty boys are di a dozen. But how many are there like the young master of the Zhu Family with such an illustrious family background?" Yan Kuan countered.
"That’s also true. If it were , I might choose to marry the young master of the Zhu Family," Yan Qingbi nodded, sighing as if feeling sorry for Gao Feng.
By now, Jing Yan finally understood why Gao Feng felt ostracized by the Yan Family back then.
Yan Qingbi and Yan Kuan were clearly not easy to deal with.
However, listening to their veiled insults, Jing Yan didn’t mind too much, his face always wearing a faint smile. Regardless, Gao Feng had grown up in the Yan Family, and as far as he could tell so far, the Yan Zhuang couple were decent people.
Jing Yan didn’t see the need to quibble too much with the likes of Yan Qingbi and Yan Kuan. After all, he wouldn’t be staying in Green Field County City for long; in three to five days at most, he and Gao Feng were to leave.
"Sister-in-law Jing Yan, where are you from?" Yan Qingbi didn’t seem to want to give up, continuing to inquire about Jing Yan.
"I am from Lanqu County," Jing Yan replied with a smile.
"Lanqu County? I’ve heard of it—apparently, it’s a small commandery city, right?" Yan Qingbi had heard of Lanqu County.
"Yes, on the Continent, Lanqu County is indeed quite small, with a history that’s relatively short, just under a thousand years," Yan Kuan chid in from the side.
"Sister-in-law, are you a person from Lanqu County City?" Yan Qingbi continued, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.
"No, I co from a small city within the area of Lanqu County City," Jing Yan answered again.
"Oh, I see! Well, what do you think of Green Field County City after coming here?" Yan Qingbi’s eyes glead.
"Green Field County City is very beautiful," Jing Yan comnted.
"Naturally. Are you thinking about settling down here with your cousin after this visit? Although, houses in Green Field County City aren’t cheap. Even a very small mansion costs hundreds of thousands of Spirit Stones," Yan Qingbi said, staring at Jing Yan.
"If you and your cousin are considering settling down in Green Field County, I can help you find a residence. As for the price, it will definitely be lower than the market rate," Yan Kuan added, seeming interested.
"Both of you, stop talking! Your cousin and cousin-in-law will stay with us in the Yan Family Mansion. We have so many rooms, and it’s livelier with more people," Gao Hui spoke sternly.
Yan Qingbi’s expression imdiately turned cold.
She had always disliked Gao Feng. It was true that Gao Feng had used up many of the Yan Family’s resources for her cultivation. However, the main reason for her dislike wasn’t that; it was Gao Feng’s looks.
Gao Feng was much prettier than her, and that made her jealous.
Now that Gao Feng had returned with Jing Yan, seeing that Jing Yan was also very handso made her even more displeased. That’s why she inquired about Jing Yan’s background, aiming to belittle Gao Feng. She also deliberately asked if Jing Yan and Gao Feng were planning to settle in Green Field County City, rely to take a jab at them.
"Auntie, no need to trouble yourself, Feng’er and I will be leaving Green Field County City soon," Jing Yan said with a smile to Gao Hui and then turned to Yan Qingbi, "We are not planning to settle in Green Field County."
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