Villainous son, kneel down, Mom's begging you for a favor.

Chapter 682 Surprise

Chapter 683 Attending the Banquet

In the afternoon, as the sunlight softened, Duan Yujing's phone suddenly rang, breaking the silence of the office.

He picked up his phone and saw that it was Grandpa Duan calling. His expression tightened slightly, and he quickly answered the call.

On the other end of the phone, Grandpa Duan's voice sounded weak and tired: "Yujing, there's an old friend's grandson's wedding banquet tonight. I was thinking of going to join in the fun, but I'm really not feeling well. I have a terrible headache. Could you go in my place?"

Duan Yujing quickly asked with concern, "Dad, your health is important. Have you seen a doctor? I'll come over to see you right away."

His brows were furrowed, his eyes showed worry, and his fingers unconsciously tightened around his phone.

Old Master Duan coughed a few times and said, "I've seen it. It's an old problem. Don't worry about me. Don't be late for the banquet tonight. Give them a generous gift and best wishes."

Duan Yujing agreed and hung up the phone.

He turned to look at Li Yan, his eyes full of expectation, and a faint smile appeared on his lips: "Yan'er, there's a banquet tonight. Dad can't go, so he asked me to attend in his place. You're bored anyway, why don't you come with me and have some fun?"

He reached out and took Li Yan's hand, gently stroking the back of her hand.

Li Yan's eyes lit up, and she nodded happily: "Great! I was just wondering where to go for fun. It'll be good to join in the fun."

The night falls and the lanterns come on.

Luxury cars lined the area outside the banquet hall, with black sedans slowly coming to a stop.

The car doors opened, and the guests, dressed in fine clothes, filed in.

Duan Yujing wore a custom-made black suit, the tailored fit making him stand tall and straight, exuding a cool and noble air.

Li Yan wore a wine-red off-shoulder evening gown, with tiny diamonds adorning the dress sparkling under the lights like twinkling stars, making her skin appear even whiter and her beauty more radiant.

The two walked arm in arm into the banquet hall, attracting everyone's attention. Exclamations of surprise and envy quietly spread among the crowd.

Inside the banquet hall, crystal chandeliers cast dazzling light, like stars cascading down, illuminating the entire space.

Classic paintings hang on the walls, adding an artistic touch to the hall.

The long table was laden with delicacies. The seafood exuded a fresh aroma, the steak sizzled with oil, and the desserts were exquisite and tempting, their fragrance filling the air. All of these combined to create a luxurious and rich flavor that made one's mouth water.

Guests either held champagne, chatting elegantly, their laughter echoing in the hall, or strolled gracefully on the dance floor, their clothes fluttering in the breeze.

Li Yan was enjoying the surrounding scenery with great interest.

Suddenly, a woman in a royal blue bodycon dress swayed over, her makeup heavy, but her eyes revealed a meanness and arrogance.

The woman looked Li Yan up and down, a mocking smile playing on her lips. She said in a sarcastic tone, "Oh, who is this? When did the Duan family bring out such an unknown person? Doesn't she know what kind of occasion this is? Dressed so flamboyantly, as if she's afraid others won't know she's trying to climb the social ladder?"

She crossed her arms and rhythmically tapped her arms with her bright red nail polished fingers.

Li Yan's expression changed slightly, her brows furrowed, and a hint of displeasure flashed in her eyes.

But she quickly calmed down, straightened her back, raised her chin, her eyes were as cold as frost, and stared directly at the woman, her voice neither humble nor arrogant: "Who do we have here? It turns out to be such an impolite and mean-spirited person."

I am Duan Yujing's wife, and I came here by invitation. But you, with your hurtful words, seem to lack basic manners.

Her clear and powerful voice echoed in a corner of the hall, drawing the attention of the surrounding guests, who cast surprised or curious glances at her.

Upon hearing this, the woman's face turned bright red, like a ripe tomato.