Although Pingyang Island is considered a relatively large island in the Nanhai.

However, on normal days, there aren't usually many people from the Jianghu here.

The reason for today's unusual crowd is actually another matter.

Su Mo learned from the idle chatter of the Jianghu people that the largest merchant guild on Pingyang Island, the Bohai Association, is hosting a wedding banquet for Wang Chaosheng, the Association Leader, who is marrying his seventeenth concubine today.

Therefore, they sent out many invitations, inviting fellow peers to attend this joyous banquet.

But after listening for just a short while, Su Mo felt somewhat at a loss whether to laugh or cry.

"Wang Chaosheng must be nearing seventy by now, right?"

"Seventy-three.

He's the one who single-handedly founded the Bohai Association, a heroic figure indeed.

It's just that his health isn't great; he was reckless in his youth, which led to years of marriage without children.

After having a child in his old age, he's been indulging himself even more.

Although he's now in his twilight years, his behavior has become increasingly excessive.

In recent years, although Young Master Wang strictly guarded and prevented him, he still found opportunities to take concubines.

Seeing that Young Master Wang has been away for nearly half a year, during this time, he's already taken two more concubines."

"Isn't that... Hmm, wait, isn't that the Bohai Trading Company's ship?"

"Could it be that Young Master Wang is back?

"This is going to be interesting to watch!"

"I wonder if Master Wang will still be this cheerful when he sees his son?"

Several people chatted incessantly, all waiting to see the drama unfold.

Su Mo couldn't help but click his tongue in wonder; a seventy-year-old man flaunting his vigor, what's he trying to do?

Just then, as there was nothing to focus on, Wang Chengying stepped off the ship.

Ignoring the need to direct the unloading of the goods from the ship, he hurried over, clasping his hands in a polite gesture:

"I'm sorry, Chief Su.

Master Wang has some urgent business right now...

"Ah, never mind, Chief Su, you guys come with me.

"I'll explain on the way."

With that, he bowed deeply as an apology to Su Mo.

Su Mo helped him up: "Please don't, Young Master Wang, you're too courteous.

If there's something, let's go now."

"Alright."

Wang Chengying nodded immediately, leaving Ning Tieqiu and others to manage the affairs there. He and his sister, along with Ding Luo, hurried toward the city.

Su Mo found the situation quite amusing and glanced at his sister, noticing the little girl pouting and looking quite upset.

Initially, he thought it was best not to pry into such matters.

But to his surprise, Wang Chengying began to recount the story to Su Mo in detail.

"Chief Su, you may not know, but my father was notorious for his recklessness even in his early years, which made him famous in Pingyang City.

But he was naturally gifted in business; our family originally only had a small fortune, but as the business grew, so did his wealth, leading to even more recklessness.

Moreover, he believes in the sayings of Yin Yang, thinking..."

At this point, he hesitated, glancing at the female companions beside Su Mo, and could only let out a long sigh:

"...believing that he could comprehend the universe's mysteries through certain secret techniques.

As a result, he wore himself out at a young age.

Causing many years of childlessness.

Fortunately, my late mother was very strict with him and sought spiritual medicine, which eventually led to my sister and me.

Unfortunately, the good times didn't last long.

After my mother's passing, there was no one to control him.

Moreover, in recent years, he may have been heavily suppressed by my mother, leading to even more outrageous behavior.

The older he got, the wilder his mind became.

Luckily, I'm of age and can no longer let him act recklessly.

At his age, preying on young girls is unacceptable!

Thus, I constantly stopped him.

He would listen to me, even promising to behave himself and not act impulsively in the future.

Moreover, given his age, he's more willing but less able, allowing me to leave for business with peace of mind.

But I didn't expect this old lecher..."

When Wang Chengying said this, he couldn't help but grit his teeth in frustration.

It's not that he truly resented his father; it was more because it was an embarrassment for him.

What seventy-year-old plans to take a young girl in her twenties or even teens as a concubine?

If word got out, how would people view the Bohai Association?

No wonder, on this trip at sea, some people looked at him strangely.

Most likely, it was due to the notorious reputation spreading from home.

To the point that he referred to his own father with such disdain as 'old lecher.'

Su Mo was speechless, and Yang Xiaoyun and Wei Ziyi both rolled their eyes dramatically.

A shameless old man, isn't that Wang Chaosheng?

Moreover, at his age, isn't he afraid of sudden complications?

Truly a unique character.

Su Mo pondered for a moment and finally said:

"Young Master Wang, don't be anxious. Today appears to be the auspicious day; everyone's heading towards your residence.

In front of so many people, don't quarrel with Master Wang.

Avoid harming father-son relationships and becoming a laughingstock for outsiders; it's unnecessary."

Wang Chengying nodded immediately at these words:

"Chief Su, your words are like gold, and I will follow your advice."

Pingyang City is right next to the pier, and after a brief walk, they've entered Pingyang City.

After entering the city, the place seemed even more lively.

Wang Chengying led Su Mo and the others through large streets and small alleys, heading toward the Wang family.

Meanwhile, Little Situ had already entered the city.

But after visiting several pharmacies, was dumbfounded.

Little Situ looked at the shopkeeper in the pharmacy, confused:

"No more Cistanche?"

"None."

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