Upon arriving at the beauty salon, Luo Yang settled Shuang Qiao and then took Hong Jiaxin to the banquet.
It was challenging to decide what title Hong Jiaxin should use when making an appearance.
On the way to the International Hotel, Luo Yang had discussed it with her.
"Class president, if someone asks who you are to me, what should I say to make you satisfied?" Luo Yang asked, driving with a smile.
"Just say I'm your class president," Hong Jiaxin replied.
If she were to appear under this title, it might embarrass Luo Yang.
Others all came in pairs, or as small families like a threesome attending the birthday banquet. At the very least, it was normal for someone to come alone.
Only he would be bringing a class president, which would seem odd.
"Class president, that doesn't seem too good," Luo Yang said with a bitter smile.
"What's wrong with that? I've long seen through your intentions; don't expect me to pretend to be your girlfriend," Hong Jiaxin said with a cold laugh.
"Haha, class president, indeed only you understand me," Luo Yang chuckled slyly.
Seeing his slightly disappointed look, Hong Jiaxin couldn't help but snicker.
If it weren't for these extraordinary times, Luo Yang wouldn't need to take Hong Jiaxin to the banquet.
But with the sudden addition of Grandma Liu and her grandson, Luo Yang had to be extremely cautious.
Zhang Jing, Grandma Liu and her grandson—these three were still enemies out in the open.
As for the number of hidden enemies, that remained unknown.
Luo Yang had personally promised Hong Zhong that he would take good care of his precious daughter.
Having made a promise, Luo Yang would never break it lightly.
Besides, after spending time with Hong Jiaxin, their relationship had become better and better.
Even without any promises, Luo Yang would do his utmost to protect her.
"Class president, don't you think it's inappropriate to attend someone else's birthday banquet as a student?" Luo Yang countered.
"Then under what identity are you attending?" Hong Jiaxin asked.
The Guan family invited Luo Yang to the banquet because he had saved Elder Master Guan's life.
Therefore, the Guan family firstly saw Luo Yang as a doctor.
"Class president, I am attending under my identity as a doctor," Luo Yang said.
"I'm not a doctor, I'll participate as a student, and you go as your doctor," Hong Jiaxin stated.
She was clearly being argumentative.
They were just two people, like the golden boy and jade girl of legend, yet they weren't what others speculated.
"Class president, life is like..."
Before Luo Yang could finish, Hong Jiaxin interrupted him.
"Don't lecture me with philosophies," Hong Jiaxin said with a cold laugh.
"Class president, I'm not lecturing you on philosophy," Luo Yang laughed, "Listen to me, life is like a play, and a play is like life, ..."
"I'm not listening, I just won't listen."
Hong Jiaxin covered her ears.
They were nearing the International Hotel, but Luo Yang still hadn't persuaded Hong Jiaxin.
If he really brought Hong Jiaxin in as his class president, it would be quite embarrassing.
"Class president, let's compromise. You accommodate me, and I accommodate you," Luo Yang played his trump card.
"What are you accommodating for me?" Hong Jiaxin asked.
What Hong Jiaxin desired the most at the moment was high level martial arts.
Among those around her, only Luo Yang had the ability and willingness to help enhance her skills.
So, Luo Yang held the trump card in his hand.
"Class president, I will soon teach you some super amazing martial arts," Luo Yang said earnestly.
As expected, that single sentence made Hong Jiaxin's heart flutter.
"Fine, I agree to your condition. If you don't teach me martial arts, your life is over. Also, once we leave the hotel, I'm not your girlfriend anymore," Hong Jiaxin bargained.
"Deal," Luo Yang snapped his fingers.
They arrived at the International Hotel parking lot, parked the car, and got out.
Hong Jiaxin took Luo Yang's arm as he had asked her to do.
She complied.
The only slightly playful aspect was her occasional giggling, making it seem as though she was thinking of something funny.
"Class president, keep it serious," Luo Yang reminded.
Hong Jiaxin composed herself.
The two reached the entrance of the International Hotel where the ground was covered with a red carpet.
At this moment, Luo Yang saw a familiar figure.
It was none other than one of Luo Yang's relatives.
"Cousin-in-law," Luo Yang greeted.
"Niu Zai, why aren't you studying at home? What are you loitering around here for?" the cousin-in-law asked.
Hong Jiaxin wanted to laugh but felt it was improper to do so.
Having not expected to encounter his cousin-in-law, Luo Yang was truly embarrassed.
"I'm here to eat. Cousin-in-law, where are you headed?" Luo Yang said.
"A friend of mine's father is celebrating his seventieth birthday, so I came for a drink. There's no reason for them to invite you. Are you also here for a drink?" the cousin-in-law asked curiously.
Hong Jiaxin finally couldn't help but let out a snicker.
Luo Yang felt even more awkward.
"Yes, cousin-in-law," Luo Yang replied with a smile.
"What a joke. Stop wandering around here. Go home quickly, you must be skipping class to date. If you don't go back now, I'll call and tell your parents," the cousin-in-law warned.
The relatives of the Luo Family, many of them didn't often keep in touch.
Therefore, even though Luo Yang was no longer the same person he used to be, the vast majority of his relatives still didn't know about it.
Just then, they could hear footsteps coming their way.
Luo Yang and the others turned their heads to look.
It was none other than Guan Baiqiang.
"Why didn't you come find me when you arrived early?" Guan Baiqiang greeted with a smile.
The cousin-in-law was taken aback.
"I'm reprimanding a relative of mine who's loitering around; is your uncle inside?" the cousin-in-law replied.
"Yes, go inside and find him."
As he spoke, Guan Baiqiang had already approached.
Right now, Guan Baiqiang's attention was fully fixed on Luo Yang, indicating that his earlier greeting was directed at Luo Yang.
The cousin-in-law's face turned red in an instant.
"Doctor Luo, what are you still standing here for? Let's go inside," Guan Baiqiang said as he took Luo Yang's hand.
"Alright, alright," Luo Yang responded with a laugh.
Feeling as though they were in a thick fog, the cousin-in-law couldn't help but to ask.
"Doctor Luo? How is that possible? He's one of my relatives, not a doctor," the cousin-in-law attested.
"He is a doctor," Guan Baiqiang affirmed.
It had been less than a month since Luo Yang became known as the Little Miracle Doctor.
In such a short time, it was impossible for all his relatives to be aware of his situation.
Moreover, Luo Yang rarely visited his cousin-in-law's family during festivals.
Now to suddenly hear that Luo Yang had become a doctor, the cousin-in-law laughed.
"You guys must have been fooled by him. Niu Zai, come clean now!" the cousin-in-law felt embarrassed.
"I am a doctor," Luo Yang said.
"You're a doctor? Then am I God?" the cousin-in-law scoffed.
Both parties were there to celebrate Old Man Guan's birthday.
"Whether he's a doctor or not, we know the truth. Let's not argue anymore, let's go in and eat. Harmony brings wealth," Guan Baiqiang urged.
As he spoke, Guan Baiqiang began to pass out cigarettes.
The cousin-in-law, unsure of what ruse Luo Yang had employed to make Guan Baiqiang trust him so much, could only shake his head and walk swiftly into the building.
"Your relative seems quite dissatisfied with you?" Guan Baiqiang said with a smile.
"It's a long story. Forget it," Luo Yang replied, laughing it off.
Afterward, the group also entered through the gate.
Inside the entrance, there was someone dedicated to collecting gift money and recording it in a ledger.
The cousin-in-law gave two thousand yuan.
At that moment, while the cousin-in-law was talking to Guan Changxing, he saw Luo Yang coming in and quickly said, "About that relative of mine, I can guarantee he's not a doctor! Your nephew said he's a doctor, is he joking?"
Guan Changxing laughed, "He is a doctor. He's our benefactor."
Upon hearing the word "benefactor," the cousin-in-law was even more confused.
Luo Yang was just a young man, and the Guan family was not an ordinary family.
How could Luo Yang possibly become a benefactor of the Guan family?
If this wasn't a joke, what was?