Today is the seventieth birthday of the He Family's old master. It is indeed a day of great celebration for the birthday star. To live to seventy is rare since ancient times. Having experienced a lifetime of storms, enjoyed power and high status, he has now received both fame and fortune. As he reaches his milestone birthday, it is naturally a grand occasion.

By just after eight in the morning, people were already arriving to pay their respects. Especially with the old master of the He Family, whose connections are numerous, giving gifts and seeking favor was inevitable.

Yet, amidst the liveliness and celebration, one must never forget the possibility of a welcome confrontation.

"What? Do you really intend to block us here? Be careful, if the host comes looking for us and can't find us, you won't be able to bear the consequences." Lin Fei squinted his eyes slightly, staring straight at the two guards. Though he was reluctant to create hostility with these soldier brothers, since he himself had once been in the army, and not insignificantly so, he didn't want to bully these little guys. But today, he must enter the He Family's gate for his own reasons.

"Without an invitation, please leave!" The guard on the right spoke up. He was also somewhat intimidated by the incomprehensible presence of Mu Shanshan; had it not been for her affluent and elegant attire, he wouldn't dare overlook them. Otherwise, if Lin Fei came alone, given his obvious trouble-making demeanor, he would have already been thrown out.

"Enough with the nonsense, Lin Fei." Mu Shanshan spoke coldly, directly interrupting Lin Fei's provocative words. Glaring at the He Family's gate, she then slowly said, "Go and inform them that He Rongshan's daughter Mu Shanshan has returned; they'll let us in."

The two guards glanced at each other immediately upon hearing this. Although they hadn't heard of anyone named He Rongshan in the main family, the surname 'He' suggested a certain connection with the main family. Regardless of its nature, they couldn't afford to offend them.

So the two guards exchanged glances, and one immediately took action, turning to call inside the villa using the phone behind him. The call was made by the same guard who had been talking to Lin Fei.

Very soon, there was a reaction from the villa.

He Rongxuan, dressed in a suit, strode out with a rare trace of delight on his usually stern face. He walked powerfully, followed by two guards—his prepared contingency.

He thought that if Mu Shanshan's husband acted recklessly at the He Family's gate, he could seize the opportunity to deal with Lin Fei, preventing embarrassment to the He Family in front of the attending officials, gentry, and large tycoons once the banquet started.

With his imposing momentum, He Rongxuan came forward, and an intense pressure weighed heavily on Lin Fei. He Rongxuan's intent was to suppress Lin Fei's arrogant demeanor.

However, to Lin Fei, a former mercenary accustomed to battlefield bloodshed, this kind of pressure was trivial. If he detonated, his overwhelming ferocity might just scare the opponent to the core.

Still, he had to give Mu Shanshan some face; though he came to disrupt, he couldn't let people laugh at them.

Watching the stern-faced guards and the dignified and calm He Rongxuan, Lin Fei couldn't help but chuckle.

He said, "Ha! Quite the spectacle; is this how the He Family treats guests? Are guests not allowed inside?"

"Hmph! A son-in-law taught by Mu Hong certainly shows no respect for elders." He Rongxuan's voice was deep, his discontent with Lin Fei obvious.

"Lin Fei, say less. We should go in." Mu Shanshan spoke coldly, increasingly impatient with Lin Fei's antics. After all, she came to seek justice for her mother, not for a verbal dispute.

"Alright, I'll listen to you, my wife. Let's go in." Shortly after, regardless of He Rongxuan's face becoming almost ashen, Lin Fei held Mu Shanshan's hand and moved towards the wide-open door.

The four guards were unsure whether to stop them. Seeing the unfriendly relations between the parties was clear. But also evident was the couple's status; offending such people was not wise for them. So, without orders from the main family, they remained motionless.

"Shanshan, you may enter, but that unruly brat definitely cannot." As Lin Fei and Mu Shanshan were about to pass the group, He Rongxuan finally spoke, eyes fixed on Lin Fei, ready to eject him at a word.

This was a good opportunity, one he had long prepared for. First, give this oblivious kid a warning, then forcibly expel him. And if anything went awry, he had another plan to deal with Lin Fei, ensuring that Lin Fei wouldn't have it easy. After all, he had already discussed with the old master about replacing Mu Shanshan's husband with an excellent one, which required Lin Fei to be excluded first.

"Hey, my wife, listen to the little dog on the other side growling again. It might bite later; if we get bitten, rabies isn't nice, and we'd have to get injections and IVs, suffering. I think we should leave and come back later once it's gone." Lin Fei feigned seriousness to Mu Shanshan, pulling her to turn around.

How could He Rongxuan not see this as Lin Fei's retort to him? If Mu Shanshan left, all he had done would be for nothing. Moreover, this kid's sharp words insulted him, and yet he couldn't act out. Caution rose within him; this wasn't an easy adversary; his plans needed adjustment.

Quickly, he said, "Fine, Lin Fei, you and Shanshan may enter. But I hope you don't cause trouble, tarnishing your father-in-law's reputation, as I've heard you're here to disrupt—better reconsider! Think wisely; the He Family isn't one you can easily disturb."

His words culminated in a stern tone, laced with threat and warning. His deep eyes locked onto Lin Fei's, aiming to crush him with pressure until he couldn't stand.

"Tch! You should've said so earlier!" Lin Fei scoffed coldly, aware of He Rongxuan's deliberate targeting. However, dealing with such people, he had many ways; using Mu Shanshan as leverage was a temporarily effective strategy that saved effort. Why not enjoy it?

"My wife, let's go in." Saying so, Lin Fei embraced Mu Shanshan's slender waist and entered the He Family gate.

And Mu Shanshan? Throughout, she remained silent, feeling alien to her mother's birthplace. Her childhood memories were tinged with unspeakable melancholy; she didn't wish to confront them, yet had no choice but to delve into. Now, perhaps the only thing supporting her coming here was whether her mother could reclaim her roots, offering some solace to her deceased mother.

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