Chapter 401: Uninvited Guests at the Birthday Banquet

The evening air in Yezi Village was crisp and carried the scent of damp earth and blossoming night flowers. Lanterns hung from the eaves of the old courtyard house, casting a warm, festive glow over the boisterous gathering. Tonight was a dual celebration: Zhao Cuilan's full recovery and her birthday, an event made possible by one man alone. Leviticus Lee sat at the main table, a faint, relaxed smile on his face as he accepted the endless stream of toasts from grateful villagers. He handled...