"Hey, look, the people from the top families have arrived!"

"All seven Family Heads have personally come, it seems they're quite interested in our Jiang Family's ancestral ritual assessment this time!"

"A power struggle between the top family heirs and the Family Head, this situation hasn't occurred in so many years!"

"I wonder if any of the seven great families will stand out in support of one side this time?"

"This… It's not very likely, right? Whenever the eight top families conduct ancestral ritual assessments, the other seven families would send people to attend, but they have never taken sides before!"

Under the leadership of Butler Lu, a group of people arrived outside the ancestral hall, and the Jiang Family members began discussing among themselves.

Zhang Wenjie stood in the crowd, glanced at the Jiang Family members, and stepped over to Jiang Yuqing's side, "Yu Qing, does our eldest have confidence this time?"

"Brother Wenjie, I don't know either," Jiang Yuqing said with a bitter smile. "My cousin has been staying in the courtyard all this time and hasn't gone out to build relations, so I'm not sure if he's confident!"

Zhang Wenjie nodded and a thoughtful look flashed through his eyes. Could it be... that he wants to reveal some of his cards?

As a Sage of a sect power, Zhang Wenjie knew much about Jiang Chen that others did not.

The Dragon Flame Mercenary Group now ranks among the top ten mercenary groups in the world, with a conservative estimate of five Innate Grandmasters and five Semi Innate Grand Masters within the group.

Such strength is truly shocking and extraordinary.

If Jiang Chen were to reveal this card, Jiang Minghui would definitely have no qualification to compete with him.

But after thinking about it, Zhang Wenjie shook his head to himself. Jiang Chen probably won't reveal this card, as it is the power of a sect, which is not very convenient to expose. So, what is he relying on?

"Here they come, the Family Head is coming!"

"Elder Master Jiang and Jiang Chen have arrived too!"

"Look, I told you so, that Jiang Chen is just a useless lump; how could he possibly compete with the Family Head!"

As Zhang Wenjie pondered over Jiang Chen's hidden strength, a noisy commotion arose, and everyone turned their heads to look.

On the small path through the woods, two groups of people were approaching this way, walking on either side of the road with a clear division. Occasionally, people glanced at each other with hostility in their eyes!

The smell of gunpowder, along with the arrival of Jiang Chen and Jiang Minghui's entourages, gradually spread throughout the entire plaza in front of the ancestral hall.

As the two groups led by Jiang Chen arrived in front of the ancestral hall and stood firm, the standpoint of the Jiang Family members became apparent.

Elder Master Jiang, Jiang Minglou's family, and Jiang Mingcheng's family stood behind Jiang Chen, while the other Jiang Family members stood behind Jiang Minghui.

When Jiang Chen arrived, Zhang Wenjie nodded at him and returned to his father's side. Now was not the time for him to stand by Jiang Chen's side. Moreover, even if he did stand by Jiang Chen's side, it would be of no use; he could not represent the Zhang Family!

"This Jiang Chen really doesn't have people's support," sneered Wang Shiming from the team of the seven top families.

Wang Shichong quickly agreed in a loud voice, "Yes, indeed, this Jiang Chen is just trash; how could anyone value him."

While speaking, Wang Shichong glared fiercely at Jiang Chen, who was not far away.

Jiang Chen had indeed put him through a lot of trouble; ever since Wang Shiming was expelled from the Jinhuan Clubhouse, Shiming had been causing problems for Shichong every day. Whether it was issues with the accounts of properties under his name, or bad debts being dug up, coupled with Yi Chen Group's coalition warring against the Wang Family, the blame had fallen on Shichong's head.

One could say that Shichong's days this past half a month had been extremely painful!

Behind the eight top families stood a group of onlookers from the various big families in Jincheng. The Jiang Family's ancestral ritual assessment was not a secretive event; such assessments also served to demonstrate the strength of the Jiang Family and its heirs, with no fear of being seen by others.

Among the onlookers, several young women gathered together, looking at Jiang Chen standing next to Elder Master Jiang, with different expressions in their eyes: admiration, anticipation, joy, and even fear.

"Thank you all for taking time out of your busy schedules to attend the Jiang Family's ancestral ritual assessment. Here, I represent the Jiang Family, and I extend my thanks to you all!" Elder Master Jiang came between the two groups of people and nodded slightly to the onlookers.

The onlookers, whether they were from the seven top-tier families or other families, all bowed and returned the gesture to Elder Master Jiang.

"In the banquet hall of the third courtyard, food and drinks have been prepared. After you witness the event, you may drink to your heart's content!" Elder Master Jiang casually mentioned, then glanced left and right at Jiang Minghui and Jiang Chen, "Are you both ready?"

The two nodded: "We are ready."

Elder Master Jiang then solemnly announced, "The ancestral ritual assessment begins now."

Just as Elder Master Jiang's words fell, the door of the ancestral hall was suddenly opened, and an old man in blue walked out.

"Uncle San?" Elder Master Jiang looked with surprise at Third Elder, who walked out.

"Third Elder!"

"Granduncle!"

The members of the Jiang Family were startled to see the man and hurriedly bowed to show their respect.

"Greetings to Third Elder of the Jiang Family!"

"Greetings to Jiang San, the Third Elder!"

The onlookers, also surprised, hurriedly bowed and paid their respects.

"Ladies and gentlemen, no need for formalities; this old man had a moment of stillness with active thoughts, and seeing you young ones so lively, I couldn't resist wanting to join in," Third Elder said with a light wave of his hand, then cheerfully proposed, "Wen Bo, let me preside over this assessment."

"Having Uncle San preside is an honor for the two of them," Elder Master Jiang hurriedly agreed.

Jiang Minghui's face slightly changed, and a trace of sullenness appeared in the depths of his eyes.

"Very well, then I shall begin!"

Third Elder looked meaningfully at Jiang Chen and declared loudly, "The ancestral ritual assessment now begins. The first item is the comparison of personal commercial power. 'Personal commercial power' refers to non-family forces. These forces shall not merge into the family and, after today's competition, will remain as your personal powers. So, don't hide anything; bring out whatever abilities you have and let's have a look!"

"I'll go first."

Jiang Minghui stepped forward and sneered as he glanced at Jiang Chen, "Nephew Jiang Chen has just returned to the family recently and might not be familiar with the procedure. To avoid making a joke and losing face, let me set an example for you!"

"Yes, this Jiang Chen does seem to have returned home not long ago. Perhaps he really doesn't know the procedure!

"Haha, if he doesn't know the procedure for such an important event, that would really be embarrassing!"

"Head of the Jiang Family is truly magnanimous, even so considerate for his competitor!"

"Hmph! Who knows if it's just an act!"

Jiang Minghui's words sparked a wave of murmurs.

It also led many people to look at Jiang Chen with mocking anticipation.

They might not know about other things, but when it comes to business acumen, it should be the wily and shrewd Jiang Minghui who triumphs.

This round, Jiang Chen is bound to lose!

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