Loyal and True
Mr. Luo and Mrs. Luo, accompanied by a crowd of relatives and friends, soon arrived at the entrance of the Divine Pearl Grand Hotel.
“Who are you?” Several bodyguards in black suits blocked their way.
Mr. Luo straightened his back, brushed his jacket, and said solemnly, “I am the father of the bride!”
“I am the mother of the bride!” Mrs. Luo chimed in.
At that moment, the two of them were filled with pride, their chests puffed out with dignity.
“I’m the bride’s elder uncle…”
“I’m the bride’s second uncle…”
The others eagerly announced their own titles.
The bodyguard opened a guest list and carefully searched through it. Nodding, he said, “Yes, your names are here. Please enter. Second table from the left.”
It truly was Lin Qi and Luo Feifei’s wedding!
This Lin Qi must have some real capabilities—could there be some hidden identity that they don’t know about?
The Luo family members were nearly floating with delight as they followed a waiter inside.
This was their first time entering the Divine Pearl Grand Hotel.
The dazzling crystal chandeliers, pristine marble pillars, and the nobles and celebrities everywhere nearly blinded them.
They passed table after table, as if traversing into another world.
“Family, what brings you here as well?” As they passed one of the tables, Young Tong’s parents suddenly stood up.
Young Tong’s parents held a rather humble status and were seated toward the back.
“This is my second daughter’s wedding—how could I not come?” Mr. Luo straightened his chest and led the group onward.
At last, they settled into seats close to the stage.
After all, as the bride’s family, their seats were quite good.
Looking around, they saw nothing but the elite of Haitong City.
“It seems Lin Qi really has some tricks up his sleeve—his previous downfall must have been an act…”
“It’s a pity for Yingying, divorcing him like that…”
“Thankfully, Feifei had the foresight to bring him back!”
The Luo family was visibly excited.
Just then, Tang Long stepped onto the stage.
As the planner and initiator of this wedding—and given his status—it was only natural he should speak.
Everyone quieted down.
Tang Long, dressed in a black suit and holding a golden microphone, exuded a commanding presence.
“First, I welcome everyone who has come to support this wedding. Most of you, before arriving, hadn’t even heard of this couple—you’re here for my sake! So I feel it’s necessary to introduce them.”
“The groom’s name is Lin Qi, an ordinary food delivery man. The bride is Luo Feifei, who works as an intern in one of my group’s departments—not even officially employed yet… At this point, you may wonder why I planned this wedding for such an ordinary couple.”
His words instantly piqued everyone's curiosity, and the hall fell silent enough to hear a pin drop.
Tang Long continued, “Five years ago, while attending to business, I passed Yunze Reservoir, and accidentally plunged myself and my car into the water. Lin Qi saved me! To thank him, I gave him a car and a house, and let him work in my group. But after some time, he said he was unhappy with the job and wanted to resign. Unable to convince him to stay, I asked him to make a wish—anything I could grant, I would do my best to fulfill.”
“But he couldn’t decide then, mumbling and hesitating, so I told him not to rush—the wish would remain open-ended. Whenever he made up his mind, he could let me know…”
“Now, I imagine everyone understands. That’s right—just a few days ago, Lin Qi came to me and said he wanted a grand, magnificent wedding that would shake all of Haitong City!”
“I, Tang Long, am a man who never forgets a kindness. Since Mr. Lin Qi made his request, I was bound to fulfill it with all my strength! So today, I invited you all to come and bless this couple on their wedding day. Thank you all for honoring me!”
As soon as he finished speaking, the hall erupted in applause. Everyone raised their thumbs, praising Tang Long for his sense of honor and gratitude.
Tang Long’s presence even overshadowed Lin Qi and Luo Feifei.
No one discussed the couple anymore; all eyes were on him.
In truth, this was precisely Tang Long’s intention.
Lin Qi’s extraordinary identity, if too ostentatious, might invite mortal danger.
By saying this, Tang Long not only explained the reason for the wedding but also shielded Lin Qi from unwanted attention.
This was Tang Long’s solution.
A delivery man and an ordinary intern—no one would bother to take notice. Everyone would remember Tang Long!
“Now, let us welcome the groom and bride to the stage!” Tang Long called out.
The applause thundered again.
According to custom, the bride and groom should enter from either side of the stage.
But the stage remained still; no one appeared.
“Let us welcome the groom and bride to the stage!” Tang Long repeated.
Still, there was no movement.
It was as if the bride and groom had vanished.
“What’s happening?”
Whispers rose from the audience, and even Tang Long was baffled.