8:00 p.m.
Star-picking Tower.
The decorative lanterns had just been lit.
Inside the banquet hall on the eighth floor, the beaded curtains swayed gently, and all thirty-eight sandalwood round tables were full.
On the stage nearby, dancers in colorful attire displayed their dance moves, with the sounds of string and bamboo instruments clearly audible.
As the time arrived, Zhao Yu gently tapped the crystal goblet on the table and was the first to stand up.
His deep voice suddenly rang out, "Everyone, let us drink this cup fully for Jiang Kuisou, wishing him to become Chieftain again in this summer's provincial examination!"
The once calm voice was now incredibly penetrating, clearly reaching the ears of all the guests present.
Zhao Yulong's initiative to stand was to support Jiang Ning.
Immediately, no one dared to be negligent, and they quickly raised their cups and stood up.
