Qin Hui followed Jiang Yanxi into the courtyard and saw her uncle's entire family. As the birthday boy, his uncle was the center of attention, with many people going to greet him.
"Hello Uncle, this is Qin Hui, my husband."
Jiang Yanxi brought Qin Hui over and greeted him.
"It's you, my dear. You haven't visited me in a long time."
Uncle affectionately patted Jiang Yanxi's head.
"You're married? I didn't even know. Which prominent family's young master is it?"
Uncle asked with a smile. In his eyes, anyone who could marry Jiang Yanxi must be a young master from a prominent family, otherwise, how could they catch Jiang Yanxi's eye?
"Uncle, Qin Hui is no young master. He's just a country doctor with no special skills."
Jiang Qianqian seized the opportunity to mock him, looking at Qin Hui with disgust.
She had eagerly rushed over last night upon hearing that Qin Hui and Jiang Yanxi were also coming.
As expected, upon hearing this, everyone's gaze towards Qin Hui shifted.
They had all assumed Qin Hui was a young master from some prominent family, only to find out he was merely an ordinary doctor. While being a doctor was respectable, it was clearly not a good match for Jiang Yanxi, who was the CEO of Jiang Corporation.
Wang Fang, who had just entered, felt even more smug upon hearing this. What right did a mere doctor have to compete with him for Yanxi?
"Ahem, since everyone is here, let's begin the feast."
Uncle cleared his throat to mask his embarrassment. It seemed he would have to give this girl a talking-to later. How could she just marry someone casually? She should at least marry someone rich and powerful.
Qin Hui paid no attention to the gazes of others, as he was accompanying Yanxi and all that mattered was that she was happy.
As everyone took their seats, the dishes were served immediately, and the slightly awkward atmosphere began to ease.
After a few rounds of drinks and courses, people started to brag.
They talked about where their husbands were employed, how much money their companies had made recently, and who was a high-ranking executive at which company.
These were the topics they most enjoyed bragging about during their usual gatherings.
Although the family had been getting along harmoniously, when it came to bragging, they intentionally or unintentionally put Qin Hui down. In their eyes, Qin Hui was just a minor doctor earning a few thousand yuan a month and was not part of their circle.
Seeing Qin Hui and Jiang Yanxi being left out, Jiang Qianqian was the happiest. She couldn't stand seeing Jiang Yanxi show off in front of her, and today her wish was finally fulfilled.
Qin Hui ignored them and just focused on eating, figuring he deserved a good meal after traveling so far.
Jiang Yanxi helplessly shook her head and picked up a glass of red wine.
Having fought fiercely in the business world, Jiang Yanxi didn't mind their behavior, but after all, they were family, and this kind of behavior was not very appropriate.
In short, eating was fine, but the manner of eating shouldn't be too unrefined.
"Qin Hui, don't just eat by yourself. Chat with everyone. But then again, what can you do? You're a doctor earning a few thousand a month, how could you possibly afford to eat so much seafood?"
Jiang Qianqian said after drinking some red wine.
"Yes, Qin Hui. If you like eating so much, I'll treat you to seafood another day, though I'm afraid you won't be able to handle it."
"But speaking of which, Qin Hui, our Yanxi is the CEO of Jiang Corporation. Can you, earning a few thousand a month, support a family?"
"Why don't you come work for our company? I'll give you a position as a doorman, with a salary of ten thousand a month."
Wang Fang seized the opportunity to mock him, eager to humiliate Qin Hui.
"That's right, Qin Hui. Don't miss out on Brother Wang's kind offer."
Jiang Qianqian added insult to injury.
Everyone heard this and burst into laughter. This was much more fun than bragging; at least they had a joke to laugh at.
As for Uncle, he was shrewd and said nothing, just quietly sipping his wine.
"Don't say anymore. Qin Hui isn't as useless as you think."
Jiang Yanxi finally couldn't stand it; they were ganging up on him.
"Yanxi, don't coddle him. He's a grown man; he needs to support a family. But Yanxi, I advise you to divorce Qin Hui. Brother Wang is a very good candidate."
Jiang Qianqian said with a feigned kindness, while inwardly she was ecstatic.
"Yes, Yanxi, this Qin Hui doesn't deserve you at all. Why don't you just dump him?"
Wang Fang said smugly. He had originally thought Qin Hui had some great ability, but it turned out to be nothing.
Hearing these words, Jiang Yanxi's face turned red with anger. Were these even family?
"Wang Fang, no matter how bad I am, I'm better than you. You're going to die in a few years, yet you're still smiling so happily."
Qin Hui said with a cold sneer.
"What? How dare you curse me?"
Wang Fang's face was filled with rage. If it weren't for Uncle's presence, he would have already made a move.
Jiang Qianqian, on the other hand, was happily munching on melon seeds, watching the show. She wished Qin Hui and Wang Fang would fight; that would be much more entertaining.
"Are you feeling chest tightness and shortness of breath lately? Do you feel dizzy whenever you get angry?"
Qin Hui said after taking a sip of red wine, accurately pinpointing Wang Fang's condition.
Upon hearing Qin Hui's words, Wang Fang froze. Everything Qin Hui said was true, yet his doctor had found no major issues after his examination.
"Hmph, I don't. You're talking nonsense. Don't think you'll get away with this just because you said that."
Wang Fang forcefully denied it, unwilling to admit that Qin Hui was correct.
Seeing Wang Fang's stubbornness, Qin Hui smiled faintly. He knew Wang Fang would be begging him later.
With his thoughts exposed by Qin Hui, Wang Fang became more subdued, but his eyes were filled with hatred.
And so, the table finished their meal in this unpleasant atmosphere.
Shortly after dinner, a younger relative walked up to Uncle respectfully and said, "Hello Uncle. I know you love collecting antiques and paintings. I specifically bought a painting by Qi Baishi."
Upon hearing it was a masterpiece, Uncle couldn't hide his smile.
The other younger relatives saw this and also presented the treasures they had brought.
It was known that Uncle had no children. If they could curry favor with him, they would inherit at least half of his vast fortune.
Qin Hui also presented his gift, but compared to what others had brought, Qin Hui's gift was insignificant.
After all, Qin Hui was not covetous of their family fortune, so he simply did his best.
"Oh wow, Qin Hui, if I'm not mistaken, this Ruyi Bodhisattva is worth at most thirty thousand yuan. You're really not filial."
"Look at the grand gift I prepared for Uncle."
"Guards, bring it up."
Wang Fang waved his hand triumphantly, having waited for this moment to humiliate Qin Hui.