The current head of the Zhang family in Jinling, Zhang Hongtao—known as "Zhang Lao San"—was in high spirits at that moment. He chatted amiably with the representatives of the factions who had come to curry favor with him, exuding confidence and pride.
Suddenly, Zhang Hongtao noticed a figure sitting quietly in the corner. He sneered and walked over.
"Brother Chu, I didn't expect you to attend as well. Your presence truly adds luster to our Zhang family," Zhang Hongtao said with a smirk as he approached Chu Kuo.
Chu Kuo stood up and forced a smile. "What are you saying, Brother Zhang? We're in-laws. Of course, I would come when there's a matter concerning our family."
"In-laws?" Zhang Hongtao sneered. "I wouldn't dare claim that. Everyone knows that your daughter has hooked up with the young master of the Wang family. If our Zhang family continues to be foolish, we could be wiped out by that man. He's strong enough to eliminate even those at the Tianyuan realm in one strike."
