Chapter 1007 The Shoe-shining Incident

• Meanwhile, in the center of the banquet hall, an unusual occurrence took place as the members of the Dongfang family were conspicuously absent. The Dongfang family, a prominent clan among the thirteen, was notably missing from the event. Speculation arose as to whether Dongfang Shanhe, the soon-to-be vice president of the Emperor's Chamber of Commerce, had already encountered the mysterious individual. Was their absence a result of the mysterious figure's non-appearance that evening?
• The reason behind their absence remained a mystery to all in attendance. However, with Dongfang Kunlin missing from the gathering, Zhan Kong found himself at the center of attention. The Zhan family's influence ranked second only to the Jiang family, and had it not been for the Chamber of Commerce's favoritism towards the Dongfangs, Zhan Kong would have held a higher position than Dongfang Kunlin. Rumors circulated that Zhan Kong had been designated as the Zhan family's heir.
• "Zhan, once the Zhan family officially declares you as the heir, remember us. As the saying goes, do not forget your friends in times of prosperity. Let's raise a toast to Zhan!" A group of young elites toasted Zhan Kong repeatedly, causing him to feel the effects of the alcohol. In a slightly inebriated state, he asserted his claim to the position of heir.