Shocked Zhang Wei

Chi Rong, Chi Ying, and Chi Wei descended gracefully from the carriage, their eyes wide with wonder as they took in the bustling scene before them. They were awestruck by the sheer number of people who had gathered to welcome them, and it was clear that the grandeur of the event had exceeded their expectations. As they stood in silence, taking in the spectacle, suddenly a loud cheer erupted from the onlookers, breaking the sisters' trance. They turned their gaze to the source of the noise and saw their mother, Madam Chi, running towards them with open arms.

"Welcome home, my beautiful daughters," Madam Chi said as she embraced each of them tightly. "We have missed you so much!"

Patriarch Chi came over, smiling, and warmly greeted his daughters. "How was your journey, my darlings? I hope you didn't encounter any trouble on the way."

Chi Rong replied, "No, father, our journey was smooth and uneventful."

Chi Wei chimed in, "Of course, who would dare lay their hands on the Chi family's carriage?"

The patriarch laughed heartily at his daughter's confidence. "That's my girl, always bold and fearless. You girls have grown into such fine young ladies. Come, let's go inside and start the banquet. Everyone is eagerly waiting to see you."

The sisters nodded in agreement. As the family and guests made their way into the grand mansion, the atmosphere was electric with excitement and anticipation. Patriarch Chi took to the stage, his daughters by his side, and commanded the attention of all those present.

With a broad smile, he declared, "My daughters have finally returned after six long years, and it is my pleasure to announce that they have successfully graduated from the Imperial Arc Academy, earning a coveted spot in the elite class. I ask you all to join me in congratulating them and offering up your best wishes."

The news was met with a thunderous applause, as everyone present knew the significance of such an achievement. To be accepted into the elite class of the Imperial Arc Academy was a rare honor, reserved only for the most talented and accomplished graduates. Those who succeeded in the program would go on to hold positions of great power and influence in the dynasty.

As the congratulatory messages continued to pour in, some heads of other families could not help but curse their own ill fortune at not having daughters as talented as those of the Chi patriarch. Nevertheless, the guests continued to celebrate and offer their best wishes to the family.

The banquet officially began, and the tables were laden with sumptuous delicacies and fine wines. The guests were treated to a feast fit for royalty, as the Chi family spared no expense in welcoming back their beloved daughters.

The air was alive with the sounds of music and laughter, as the guests mingled and enjoyed the festivities. The return of the Chi sisters had truly become a momentous occasion, and one that would be talked about for many years to come.

The banquet hall was bustling with activity as the servants of the Chi family scurried about, ensuring everything was in order for the important guests. They had been preparing for weeks for this grand event, and no stone had been left unturned to make sure everything was perfect. The servants had been given new, special clothes for this occasion, and they moved around with an air of importance and pride.

But, as fate would have it, an accident occurred. A servant, Old Chu, accidentally spilled wine on a lady's dress, ruining it completely. The lady, unable to control her temper, lashed out and slapped the servant in a fit of rage. The sound of the slap echoed throughout the hall, and every head turned to see what had happened.

Chi Yang, who had a penchant for playing the hero and saving the damsel in distress, quickly sprang into action. He ordered the guards to take Old Chu away and beat him, all while offering to escort the lady to a room where she could change into a new dress. However, it was clear to everyone that he was simply trying to make a move on her.

Unbeknownst to Chi Yang, Liu Ming, a servant and a friend of Old Chu's, had witnessed the entire incident. Unable to remain silent, he stepped forward and clarified that it was not Old Chu's fault, but rather the lady's hand that had accidentally hit the tray and caused the wine to spill. The lady, furious at being exposed, stormed off in a huff.

One of Chi Yang's friends, noticing the commotion, taunted him about his servant's audacity in finding fault with his decision. The young men surrounding Chi Yang laughed, but he was seething with anger, feeling like he had been publicly humiliated by his servant.

However, Chi Yang managed to maintain his composure and dismissed the guards who were taking Old Chu away. He also dismissed Liu Ming, making Liu Ming think that the matter was settled. Little did Liu Ming know that his attempt to help his friend would soon cause him great trouble.

As Liu Ming retreated into the crowd, Chi Yang's eyes flashed with a hint of cruelty and anger. It was clear that he was not one to forget a slight easily, and Liu Ming would soon learn the consequences of crossing him.

The banquet came to a close, and the guests began to return to their respective homes. Servants also started to retire early to their quarters. Zhang Wei, who had been cultivating the Nameless dual cultivation technique, was stirred awake by the returning servants' sounds. He decided he had done enough for the day and needed to relieve himself of his mounting excitement. He resolved to visit the Night Flower Pavilion, but there was a problem: every time he went, he had to find a new girl because he became a beast during the act and no one wanted to repeat the experience with him.

Before heading to the Night Flower Pavilion, he decided to stop by Liu Ming's house to inquire about the day's events. When he arrived, the house was empty. He asked the neighbor servant where Liu Ming's wife and daughter had gone, and the servant told him that they had left with Wang Jun. Zhang Wei found it suspicious that sister-in-law would follow Wang Jun, one of Chi Yang's personal servants, especially since he knew Wang Jun was not a person of good character.

Zhang Wei's concern grew as he learned of Liu Ming's behavior at the banquet. He decided to search for his sister-in-law and went to Chi Yang's manor, where he heard many voices. As he approached the entrance, he noticed there were no guards, but he could hear the sound of people inside. When he entered, he was shocked to see nearly forty people gathered around a circle, including the guards, some servants, Wang Jun, and Chi Yang himself, as if they were watching a show.

Zhang Wei's heart sank when he saw Liu Ming and his family in the circle but the sight before him was a terrible shock.