reveal identity

"Oh my god, the first - ever bracelet! It must be priceless!"

"I seem to have heard that this type of watch was worth twenty million pounds fifty years ago. Its value is truly hard to estimate now."

"Isn't its value even higher now?"

...

The guests at the scene were abuzz with discussion.

Zhang Yufen's frosty expression melted away, and she finally beamed with joy. She stepped forward, took the watch, opened the gift box from Zhao Qiushan, took out the jade bracelet, and placed it on the table. Then she gently placed the watch in the gift box. "This is far too precious. It must be well - kept!"

Zhang Mingtao was also highly excited. This watch was worth more than his entire family fortune.

Zhang Yufen put away the watch and personally brought a cup of tea and placed it in front of Ye Changqing. "Son - in - law, have some tea. Eat to your heart's content today. Make yourself at home."

Her enthusiasm now was a far cry from earlier.

Zhao Qiuyan let out a long sigh of relief. At least there was no loss of face. She was now even more curious about Ye Changqing.

She gazed at the man beside her with her beautiful eyes, lost in thought.

Just how many secrets did he have?

Zhao Qiushan's face turned various shades of red and green. He had intended to embarrass Ye Changqing but instead made him the center of attention.

Looking at the bracelet on the table, he felt his face burn.

He was on the verge of going mad. "Fine! In that case, I'm about to reveal even more shocking news!"

He cleared his throat and announced, "Qiuyan, as for your boyfriend's watch... I don't know where it came from. But I've heard that your boyfriend's background is rather disgraceful! Don't blame me for speaking out. I'm actually doing this for your happiness. I went to investigate."

Zhao Qiuyan's pretty face immediately changed. She glared at Zhao Qiushan. "What do you think you're doing? It's my mother's birthday. Don't go too far!"

The people around sensed there was something hidden and became curious about Ye Changqing's identity.

He was able to produce an antique watch. No one knew what his true identity was.

And why was it disgraceful?

Zhang Yufen, the birthday celebrant today, had received such an expensive gift from her future son - in - law. She was having a glorious day.

Seeing Zhao Qiushan's sarcastic remarks, she became truly angry. "Qiushan, it's my birthday. Don't you dare talk nonsense. Your mother died early, and there was no one to discipline you. I'll discipline you on behalf of your mother today!"

Zhao Qiushan's face took on a crazed look. "Third Aunt, I'm actually doing this for Sister Qiuyan. She's inexperienced and short - sighted. I'm afraid she'll be deceived. You don't know Ye Changqing's true identity. I've investigated. He's an ex - convict and recently divorced!"

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As Zhao Qiushan's words fell, the entire scene became silent.

Everyone stared at Ye Changqing in disbelief.

An ex - convict...

A divorced man...

Zhao Qiuyan was the Ice Beauty of Kyoto, desired by many wealthy young masters but unattainable.

And she had chosen such a man.

Crash!

The teacup in Zhang Yufen's hand fell to the ground, scattering tea leaves, tea, and broken porcelain pieces everywhere.

The smile on her face froze, and her eyes were filled with disappointment.

Zhao Mingtao angrily slammed the table and stood up. "Qiushan, are you drunk? What nonsense are you spouting?"

But he couldn't believe it was true. How could his daughter, as beautiful as a fairy, marry a divorced ex - convict?

Not only he, but even the guests present found it hard to believe.

Zhao Qiuyan could have any man in Kyoto. Why would she choose such an unworthy man?

Zhao Qiushan held up his phone. "I have detailed information about Ye Changqing here. From his birth to his imprisonment, it's all very detailed. And it's all verifiable. Every word is true. I think Qiuyan simply lacks life experience, is naive, and has poor judgment! She doesn't even have the ability to choose a proper man, let alone the capability to be the president of Fengnian Group. It's time for the Zhao family to have a new president!"

He didn't want to dwell on Ye Changqing any longer. He directly aimed all the attacks at Zhao Qiuyan, revealing his true intentions!

Everyone at the banquet understood. They all put down their chopsticks.

Their gazes shifted back and forth between Zhao Qiuyan and Ye Changqing.

Zhao Mingtao suddenly sank back into his chair, realizing the severity of the situation.

This wasn't just about Ye Changqing's identity.

His daughter's position as president was also at stake.

He had no son in his life, only a daughter. Finally, when his daughter had achieved success, he thought he could hold his head high.

But now it had become a joke.

He wanted to scold his daughter but felt weak and couldn't utter a word.

Ye Changqing sat calmly, as if Zhao Qiushan's words had nothing to do with him.

Having been in prison was a fact.

Being divorced was also a fact.

There was no need to defend himself. He had never thought of reaching for someone above his station.

His relationship with Zhao Qiuyan had been rather sudden. Zhao Fengnian enthusiastically played matchmaker, and his parents, worried that he couldn't withstand the blow of divorce after being released from prison, tried hard to find him a partner.

So they came together, and they were still just in the getting - to - know - each - other stage.

Now that his identity had been exposed, if Zhao Qiuyan couldn't accept him due to the pressure, he would understand.

If Zhao Qiuyan accepted him despite everyone's stares, such a woman would be worthy of his lifelong companionship and a hundredfold of his care.

Zhao Qiuyan stood up, looked at the relatives and friends around, and scanned the crowd. She spoke with neither humility nor arrogance, "I have always been very cautious regarding marriage. In fact, I've been overly cautious, and until now, I haven't had a boyfriend. Ye Changqing has been to prison, but it was because he is highly responsible. As for divorce, I think it's the other woman who has no vision. Ye Changqing and I are still just boyfriend and girlfriend. From what I know of him, he's not bad, except for a few minor flaws..."

As she said this, her face reddened slightly. Ye Changqing's minor flaws were his lecherousness and eagerness, but she couldn't mention this in front of everyone.

After a brief pause, she continued, "I don't know if I'll marry him, but I want to keep getting to know him. As for my judgment, I've always believed it to be good. For example, since I became the president of Fengnian Group, the revenue has increased significantly. I can bring benefits to the enterprise and increase income for all shareholders and relatives. In the Zhao family, only I am capable of being the president, and I am the only one who should be!"

When talking about marriage, she was cautious. When it came to business, she fully regained the aura of a strong woman, becoming more and more confident as she spoke.

A sense of self - assurance radiated from her.

With her cold expression, beautiful appearance, and regal tone,

she was as dazzling as a queen!

Ye Changqing felt a warmth in his heart when he first heard Zhao Qiuyan express her willingness to continue their relationship.

This woman was worthy of his protection.

Seeing Zhao Qiuyan so confident now, his heart skipped a beat.

She seemed like a completely different person compared to when they were in bed.

In bed, she was reserved, conservative, shy, like a kitten.

Now, she was confident, assertive, powerful, like a queen.

And most importantly, she was beautiful!

He even felt a little excited.

The relatives, friends, and business partners present, seeing Zhao Qiuyan like this, all fell into thought.

They knew the situation of the Zhao family. All the male members of the Zhao family had interned at the company, but they all made mistakes later and needed Zhao Fengnian to clean up after them.

Zhao Qiuyan was right. It seemed that only she had the ability.

Seeing that everyone's attitude was changing, Zhao Qiushan quickly retorted, "Qiuyan is a woman, and she will eventually marry. After marriage, she won't focus on the Zhao family. She'll only work for the interests of herself and her husband's family! So she can't be the president."

Zhao Qiuyan frowned. This was her weakness, and she had been worried about it.

Having been unable to find a solution, she glanced at Ye Changqing and saw him smiling at her. Suddenly, an idea came to her.

She smiled and said, "This is easily solved. I won't marry out. Ye Changqing will marry into the Zhao family."