The Crazy Son-In-Law

“You!” Wei Wendong was about to berate, his temper flaring, when a sudden uproar at the entrance interrupted him.

“Isn’t that Chief Zhao’s car?”

“Indeed, it’s his car! Mr. Wei’s prestige is impressive. Despite Chief Zhao’s busy schedule, he made time to attend the birthday celebration.”

“After all, the Wei Family is one of the most influential families in Harrow. They have members in both politics and business; their influence is such that the whole of Harrow would shudder at their displeasure. No one can afford to underestimate them.”

As they spoke, a man with graying temples and a gentle, elegant demeanor walked in. He was dressed in a grey suit, wore glasses, and his face bore an air of righteousness, perhaps a vestige of his military past. He held himself upright, moving with steady steps. Two young girls followed him closely. Doctor Xiao Shun recognized them with a start.

Wei Wendong, too busy to pay further heed to Xiao Shun, stepped forward to greet the new arrivals. “Chief Zhao, I’m honored that you could find the time to attend my father’s birthday celebration amid your busy schedule,” he said, his joy palpable.

“Mr. Chairman, there’s no need for formalities,” Chief Zhao replied with a smile. “Your enterprise has done an excellent job this year, raising several times more in donations than in previous years. This money has significantly helped children and farmers in the remote regions of Oakland. I should be the one thanking you.”

“It’s part of our responsibility,” Wei Wendong replied, inviting him in with a somewhat complex expression. He glanced at Xiao Shun out of the corner of his eye.

“Doctor Xiao? What a coincidence to see you here,” a young girl behind Zhao Hetai suddenly exclaimed with surprise. It was then that Xiao Shun recognized her as the ponytailed girl from that day. She had been following Chief Zhao, and he hadn’t seen her.Text © by N0ve/lDrama.Org.

The girl beside her, with a sweet countenance, was the one who had fallen ill at the bar. The pale, unconscious girl from that day was hardly recognizable as the polite, sweet young lady standing before them now.

“Miss, this is Doctor Xiao who saved you that day at Stillwater,” the ponytailed girl said excitedly.

“So, you’re Doctor Xiao? What a coincidence! I was planning to thank you in person these days. I didn’t expect to meet you here,” the sweet-looking girl said with a smile.

Xiao Shun nodded at her in acknowledgment, asking, “How are you feeling now?”

“Let’s go inside first,” Chief Zhao interjected. “I believe Doctor Xiao is also here for Mr. Wei’s birthday celebration. We can chat inside, it’s not proper to do so at the entrance, it might obstruct others.”

With a forced smile, Wei Wendong invited them in, looking as if he had swallowed a fly. Xiao Shun followed Chief Zhao and the girls into the Wei residence.

“Doctor Xiao, I didn’t expect you to be so young,” Chief Zhao began as they walked. “Doctor Zhou from Stillwater City Hospital told me that it was thanks to you that I still have my daughter. The thought of what could have happened gives me chills.”

“I didn’t wake up that night, and the next day, when I was a bit more stable, my father brought me back to Harrow. I didn’t get a chance to thank you, or even see what you look like. These past few days, I have been recovering, and my father was planning to go with me to Stillwater to thank you. We didn’t expect to run into you here.”

Xiao Shun gave a light laugh, saying, “It was nothing but a simple gesture. There’s no need for such formality.”

“A simple gesture? I heard from Doctor Zhou that you were so exhausted you could barely stand. You had just finished applying acupuncture to my daughter. He said you were young, but I didn’t expect you to be this young. At such a young age, to have such medical skills, it’s remarkable. Doctor Zhou was full of praises for you,” Chief Zhao said, a gleam in his eyes.

“It wasn’t as serious as that. Doctor Zhou was being overly generous with his praises. There’s no need to take them to heart,” Xiao Shun replied, a bit speechless. Doctor Zhou Shuqing had praised his medical skills, but there was no need to mention how exhausted he had been. It made him seem frail.

In the midst of conversation, the group had already passed through two doors and entered a spacious courtyard. Several banquet tables were arranged in the courtyard, where guests could dine after paying their respects to the celebrant. However, those who came were all influential figures, all with a pile of matters to attend to. Most would not dine there, leaving their gifts after the ceremony and departing in haste.

Of course, for the truly important figures, the Wei family had also set up banquet seats in the main hall and several side rooms. Undoubtedly, Chief Zhao was the most esteemed guest of the Wei family. Perhaps the family had already informed Mr. Wei when he arrived at the main entrance.

When Xiao Shun followed Chief Zhao and his party into the courtyard, Mr. Wei Lun, Mr. Wei Tianhua, and a group of Wei’s descendants were already standing at the door waiting. Some guests who had come to pay their respects also rose from their seats, turning their eyes towards Xiao Shun and his group. Murmurs of discussion could be heard from the crowd.

Xiao Shun had begun to regret coming in with Chief Zhao and his group. It seemed a bit too ostentatious, and he felt like he was basking in their glory. But Xiao Shun disliked it; today, he wanted to be a tiger, a beast that could take lives.

Anyone hosting a banquet would hope for as many guests as possible, especially those with power and influence. It was a good opportunity to show off one’s strength and connections. If it were a wedding banquet, it would also be a good opportunity to make money.

Zhao Hetai, also known as Chief Zhao, the second in command in Oakland, personally came to celebrate Mr. Wei’s birthday, which naturally made the Wei family feel honored. Wei Lun, Wei Tianhua, and a few younger members of the Wei family who had attended the charity dinner that day were slightly taken aback when they saw Xiao Shun. However, they couldn’t make a scene.

First, it was a joyous occasion for the Wei family, and they didn’t want to spoil the mood. Second, they were also considering Zhao Hetai’s face. They understood why Xiao Shun dared to be so domineering at Harrow when they saw him entering with Zhao Hetai. He had the backing of Zhao Hetai. They couldn’t help but wonder, as Zhao Hetai had never attended the old man’s birthday banquet before, was he coming this year to mediate for Xiao Shun?

Zhao Hetai had also heard some whispers. There had been a small incident at the charity dinner that day, but he had many things to deal with, and he usually delegated such minor matters. However, the 2 billion donation did surprise him. However, he had not yet connected the young Dr. Xiao by his side with the generous Mr. Xiao who had made that donation.

Wei Lun, on the other hand, had a different feeling when he saw Xiao Shun. Only a few close associates knew about his plan to have Peng Zu assassinate Xiao Shun. Seeing Xiao Shun unharmed, he couldn’t help but feel a jolt in his heart. He didn’t know if Peng Zu had failed or hadn’t found the opportunity.