TDDDMFM Chapter 6:
Shen Xinmin looked at Zhou Xiaobei suspiciously for a moment, then shook his head with doubt. "Young man, I'm Shen Xinmin, but I don't seem to know you. May I ask which family's... young master you are?"
"I'm not a young master. All the young masters are kept by rich women."
Shen Xinmin: "..."
Zhou Xiaobei burst into laughter. "Just kidding with you. My name is Zhou Xiaobei, and I've come specifically to see you and your daughter."
Shen Ye frowned at Zhou Xiaobei. "Who are you exactly? We don't know you at all. And who let you in? Those downstairs are all useless. How could they let someone in without checking their identity? I think they don't want to work anymore!"
"Dad, brother, what's going on?"
At the same time, a graceful figure walked over. She was wearing a white low-cut evening gown, tall and flawless, followed by a group of glamorous young people.
Shen Xinmin pointed at Zhou Xiaobei. "This young man said he came specifically to see me and you, Yueyue. Is he your friend?"
Shen Yue, with delicate features and a noble temperament, furrowed her brows and glanced at Zhou Xiaobei, then shook her head. "Dad, I don't know this person. He's not my friend, and our Shen family shouldn't know someone like him. This is too..."
Looking at Zhou Xiaobei, Shen Yue's face revealed a hint of disgust.
What kind of outfit was this guy wearing?
It's way too outdated!
In this day and age, there are still people dressing like this? Even construction workers are more fashionable than him. The key is that this guy showed up at their Shen family's banquet in such attire. Isn't he deliberately disgusting their Shen family?
"Bro, your outfit is so trendy. Where are you from, sent by the monkey to amuse us? Let me advise you, the Earth is dangerous, so you better go back to Mars quickly!"
"Bro, I really admire you. I've never seen anyone dress so outdated before. Did you just come from the village? And you dare to come to the Shen family's banquet dressed like this? I really admire your courage."
...
The young people around Shen Yue, all top-tier rich second-generation in Xiangcheng, began teasing Zhou Xiaobei's attire, looking at him as if he were an ugly duckling.
The guests couldn't help but chuckle.
Shen Xinmin, even though he was good at controlling his emotions, felt that he had lost face.
With a dark expression, he said, "Young man, I really don't know you. Regardless of whether you're joking or serious, intentional or unintentional, I want to remind you that today is a joyous occasion for our Shen family. This is not where you should be. So, please leave immediately!"
Shen Xinmin directly issued an eviction order.
Zhou Xiaobei was stunned.
He came to propose marriage and was waiting to become the son-in-law of the Shen family. How could he leave just like that?
Zhou Xiaobei grinned and said, "Old man, I don't blame you for not knowing me. Let me remind you. My master's name is Chu Yuhan. It was my master who sent me to find you."
Sure enough, when Shen Xinmin heard the three words Chu Yuhan, his expression changed instantly.
He began to scrutinize Zhou Xiaobei.
Shen Ye noticed his father's change in expression and asked, "Dad, do you know the person this kid is talking about?"
Shen Xinmin nodded.
How could he not know?
Fifteen years ago, if it weren't for Chu Yuhan, the divine doctor Chu, he would have already perished.
At that time, he was chased by enemies, seriously injured, and on the verge of death. It was Chu Yuhan, the divine doctor, who went up the mountain to collect herbs and pulled him back from the brink of death.
Fifteen years had passed, and Shen Xinmin had almost forgotten about the person who had saved his life back then. Unexpectedly, her disciple would suddenly appear here without any warning!
What was he here for?
To repay the debt of gratitude from back then?
If it was for money, it didn't matter. The Shen family lacked nothing but money. But if it was for that matter...
Shen Xinmin's heart sank suddenly.
After pondering for a few seconds, Shen Xinmin's expression changed, and he became enthusiastic. "So, young man, you're actually Chu Yuhan's top disciple! Why didn't you say so earlier? I almost misunderstood! By the way, young man, are you here in Xiangcheng to propose marriage or visit friends? Since you're Chu Shenxian's top disciple, I should extend my hospitality."
Zhou Xiaobei shook his head. "My master said that fifteen years ago, she saved your life. In gratitude for her saving your life, you promised to marry your daughter to me as my wife after fifteen years... I'm here today to fulfill the engagement agreement made fifteen years ago."
Commotion!
The venue erupted into a commotion.
The guests were dumbfounded.
"Wow, I can't believe this. Fifteen years ago, the head of the Shen family actually arranged a marriage for Miss Shen? No wonder this guy addressed him as 'father-in-law' as soon as he entered. So, he's really Miss Shen's fiancé?"
"This guy is so rustic, how could he be worthy of Miss Shen?"
"I heard that Miss Shen is already dating the young master of the Dong family. Now, all of a sudden, there's a fiancé appearing. Could it be that Shen Chairman is going to break the engagement with Dong's young master for the sake of some promise and let Miss Shen marry such a rustic guy?"
"Who would think that the Dong young master, young and promising, and from a prominent family, would be compared to this guy? How could Chairman Shen give up a golden opportunity for a lump of dog shit!"
"That makes sense, that makes sense!"
The guests whispered among themselves.
At this moment, Shen Xinmin's heart was in turmoil.
The scene he least wanted to see had happened.
Back then, out of gratitude for Chu Yuhan's life-saving grace, he did promise to marry his daughter to Chu Yuhan's disciple. But as time passed, he had long forgotten about it.
Moreover, times had changed. Now, the Shen family was thriving, and his daughter, Shen Yue, was like a princess.
How could she marry a nobody!
"Dad, is what this guy saying true!?"
Shen Ye looked incredulous.
Shen Xinmin narrowed his eyes but remained silent.
Shen Yue on the side finally understood. So, this rustic guy in front of her was really her fiancé!
What a joke!
As the eldest daughter of the Shen family, born with a silver spoon in her mouth, how could she marry such a rustic guy?
No, she absolutely wouldn't!
If she married such a person, she might as well die. Wouldn't she be laughed at by her friends!
"Dad, this scumbag is talking nonsense, right? You never arranged a marriage for me, did you?"
Shen Xinmin remained silent at Shen Yue's words.
His attitude was a bit ambiguous!
Although Zhou Xiaobei was entering the city for the first time, it didn't mean he was foolish. On the contrary, his five masters had praised him for being clever since childhood. At this moment, Zhou Xiaobei had faintly realized that something was amiss!
"Hey, are you guys trying to go back on your word?"