At the sa ti, in the Capital, in front of a serene, antique residence.
The residence was adorned with projecting eaves, exuding grandeur. Two stone lions stood fiercely at the entrance, each as tall as a man, while the vermilion door was inlaid with golden brass nails, displaying great authority.
The soldiers in military uniform standing at the door were tall and well-ard, appearing extrely mighty, prohibiting anyone from daring to et their gaze.
Everything about this residence and the soldiers at the door highlighted the owner's status, clearly indicating that the owner was either wealthy or noble!
At the main gate of the residence, there was a black plaque with two large characters on it: Jiang Mansion!
This was the Jiang Family, the largest family in the Capital!
At this mont, a black Audi A6 slowly approached and steadily stopped in front of the Jiang Family's gates. Seeing the arrival of this Audi A6, the two soldiers at the door were startled; they imdiately saluted, showing utmost respect!
As guards at the entrance of the Jiang Family, these two soldiers had seen many important figures, but only one person made them show such respect.
That person was the Patriarch of the Jiang Family, Jiang Tianyi!
Indeed, this Audi A6 was the vehicle of Jiang Tianyi, the Patriarch of the Jiang Family!
This Audi A6 might not be considered a luxury car, not even as extravagant as a nouveau riche's car, but this car was the standard for an Admiral, a symbol of status not just anyone could drive!
Clink!
With a soft sound, the rear door of the Audi A6 opened instantly, and a man in a black suit stepped out of the car.
This man was robust and energetic, despite his graying hair, emitting an aura of intimidating sharpness, giving a faint sense of oppression!
This was Jiang Tianyi, the current Patriarch of the Jiang Family!
"Good day, Chief!"
Seeing Jiang Tianyi step out of the car, the two soldiers spoke respectfully, their voices loud and filled with reverence.
"Hmm!"
Upon hearing this, Jiang Tianyi nodded slightly and then directly walked towards the interior of the Jiang Mansion, his steps steady, exuding a composed deanor throughout.
"Master!"
Just as Jiang Tianyi had stepped into the residence, a man instantly ca forward: "Did you enjoy the morning's gathering?"
This man was the butler of the Jiang Family, nad Wu Chengyi, a trusted confidant of Jiang Tianyi.
"Just so social obligations, I didn't like the food there, so I ca back directly."
In response, Jiang Tianyi said lightly, "Is the al ready?"
"Master, everything is ready, just waiting for you to have dinner."
Hearing Jiang Tianyi's words, Wu Chengyi respectfully replied, "Today's dishes are all your favorites."
"Hmm, let's go in and eat then."
Upon hearing Wu Chengyi's words, Jiang Tianyi's voice was filled with a subdued tone as he spoke.
"Yes, Master."
Upon hearing Jiang Tianyi's words, Wu Chengyi responded and, at the sa ti, stepped towards the interior of the Jiang Mansion.
...
Crossing the long corridor steps, Jiang Tianyi arrived at the Jiang Family's dining hall. At a glance, he saw a large dining table spread with eight dishes and a soup, looking and slling delightful, tempting appetites, exceptionally enticing.
Because of Jiang Tianyi's status, the Jiang Family employed only top-tier chefs, which was why Jiang Tianyi found it hard to enjoy the food at social gatherings, as the difference in quality was more than just a grade!
Two young n in suits were also sitting at the table. The older one was Jiang Le Kang, and the younger was Jiang Qiguang, both sons of Jiang Tianyi, holding significant positions in official organizations due to Jiang Tianyi's influence.
Another son, Jiang Angge, was not present as he was handling the family's business affairs.
Sitting at the dining table, Jiang Tianyi picked up his rice bowl, just about to grab so food, when he cast a sidelong glance and a hint of doubt flashed across his face.
"Hmm?"
At this mont, Jiang Tianyi's expression changed, and he said, "Where are Ziqing and Qingyun?! They haven't joined us for a al in days!"
His words carried a hint of displeasure.
Although Jiang Tianyi was quite strict in disciplining his sons, it couldn't prevent the appearance of playboys at ho.
"Father, Ziqing and Qingyun are still young, at the age of enjoying themselves. It's normal for them to not co ho sotis. I think they'll settle down as they mature in a couple of years."
Upon hearing Jiang Tianyi's words, Jiang Le Kang spoke, his words full of amusent.
"Le Kang, don't make excuses for them. Ziqing and Qingyun are not that young anymore. Angge handles the family business every day, busy to the point of being unseen, while they indulge in revelry and rakishness!"
At this mont, Jiang Tianyi spoke coldly and then turned to Wu Chengyi, saying, "Chengyi, contact them now, find out where they are and make them co back today!"
Jiang Tianyi's words were cold, filled with dissatisfaction.
"Master…this is…"
Hearing Jiang Tianyi's words, Wu Chengyi seed quite troubled, clearly there was so unspoken dilemma.
In fact, even without Jiang Tianyi's instructions, Wu Chengyi had been privately trying to contact Jiang Ziqing and Jiang Qingyun for a while, but their phones were always off, with no response at all.
"What's the matter, Chengyi?"
Seeing the expression on Wu Chengyi's face, Jiang Tianyi frowned and asked in a deep voice, "Is there a problem?"
Having been in the military for many years, Jiang Tianyi's intuitions were extrely keen. Noticing Wu Chengyi's expression, he imdiately sensed sothing was wrong and asked.
"Master… it's like this…"
Upon hearing Jiang Tianyi's words, Wu Chengyi explained, "I've repeatedly tried to contact Young Master Ziqing and Young Master Qingyun, but their phones are always unreachable."
Unreachable!?
Upon hearing this, a thought flickered in Jiang Tianyi's mind. At this mont, he seed to have realized sothing and imdiately said, "I'll call them myself!"
Saying this, Jiang Tianyi put down his rice bowl, took out his phone, found Jiang Ziqing's number, and dialed it directly.
Buzz!
The mont the call connected, there was a busy tone, and then the call was instantly answered by a female voice: "You've reached a number that is currently switched off, please try again later..."
This voice echoed through the phone and into Jiang Tianyi's ear, extrely clear!
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