After surviving my ordeal, I learned that the school beauty had given birth to twins for me.

Chapter 203 Your granddaughter is still alive

"Happy birthday, Dad." Shen Yu handed over a small sandalwood box, "Just a little something to say."

Jiang Zhenbang took the box and opened it eagerly.

Inside is a peach carved from a thousand-year-old warm jade. It is warm and translucent, with a faint, soft glow on its surface. When you get close, you can smell a faint fragrance of grass and wood.

"Great! Great!" Jiang Zhenbang's eyes narrowed into slits with a smile as he carefully tucked the longevity peach into his arms. "This is the best gift I've ever received in my life!"

The people around looked at the longevity peach with envy.

They had long heard that anything Mr. Shen personally crafted was priceless. This warm jade peach could not only prolong life and calm the mind, but also automatically ward off evil spirits. No amount of money could buy it.

Shen Yu and his family sat down at the main table by the window.

Immediately, a number of people gathered around, wanting to strike up a conversation with Shen Yu.

"Mr. Shen, I've long admired your name! I am the chairman of Tiansheng Group..."

"Mr. Shen, things haven't been going well at my old house lately. Could you perhaps take a look at it when you have some time?"

"Mr. Shen, my daughter has been having trouble sleeping lately. Could you please give her a talisman to protect her?"

A group of people surrounded Shen Yu, talking all at once, their faces full of pleading.

Jiang Xinlan frowned, wanting to speak up to stop him. Shen Yu, however, gently patted her hand, indicating that she was alright.

He looked at everyone and said calmly, "Today is my father-in-law's birthday banquet, so let's not talk about personal matters. I appreciate everyone's kindness, but if there's anything you need, please contact me through Bureau 749 after the banquet."

Everyone immediately shut their mouths, not daring to say another word. Although they were somewhat disappointed, they dared not disobey Shen Yu's wishes. They quickly apologized and then sheepishly retreated.

Lin Jianguo and Zhao Rui also arrived, and the two sat in a corner dressed in casual clothes.

Seeing this, Zhao Rui couldn't help but chuckle softly, "Mr. Shen really has the presence. These big shots who usually wield power and influence outside don't even dare to breathe loudly in front of Mr. Shen."

Lin Jianguo nodded and said with emotion, "Yes. If it weren't for Mr. Shen, I don't know how many more people would have been harmed by the Nine Chrysanthemum Sect and those evil cultivators. Mr. Shen is a benefactor to all of us."

The birthday banquet officially began.

Jiang Zhenbang walked onto the stage, picked up the microphone, and said with a smile:

"Thank you all for gracing my 60th birthday celebration today. I, Jiang Zhenbang, have spent decades navigating the ups and downs of the business world, and I have no achievements to boast about."

The only thing I'm most proud of is having such a sensible daughter like Xinlan and such a reliable son-in-law like Shen Yu.

He looked at Shen Yu and Jiang Xinlan below the stage, his eyes filled with satisfaction:

"I used to worry that Xinlan would have no one to take care of her, but now that Shen Yu is here, I can finally relax."

My only wish in this life is for my family to be safe, sound, and happy. I also wish everyone here good health and all the best!

Thunderous applause erupted from the audience.

Just then, an elderly man with gray hair and wearing a military uniform suddenly stood up from his seat, leaned on his cane, and walked to the front of the stage.

All eyes were on him.

The old man's name was Xu Baoguo. He was Jiang Zhenbang's old comrade-in-arms and a retired general. He had spent his life in the military, achieving numerous military exploits and enjoying high prestige in Beijing.

"Old Jiang, excuse me for disturbing you." Xu Baoguo cupped his hands in greeting to Jiang Zhenbang, then turned to Shen Yu and gave him a solemn military salute.

"Mr. Shen, I know today is a special day for Mr. Jiang, and I shouldn't bring up personal matters. But this matter has been weighing on my mind for over twenty years, and I simply can't hold it in any longer."

Xu Baoguo's voice was hoarse, and his eyes were glistening with tears. "Please help me."

Shen Yu stood up and helped the old man up: "Mr. Xu, please don't be so polite, let's talk slowly."

"My son died on the battlefield 25 years ago."

Xu Baoguo wiped away his tears and continued,

"When he sacrificed his life, my granddaughter was just one year old. Later, my daughter-in-law went to pick up his body, but she got into a car accident on the way. She died on the spot, and my granddaughter went missing."

I sent people to search for 25 years, covering every province and city in the country, and spent all my savings, but there was still no news.

These past few years, I haven't been able to sleep at night. Every time I close my eyes, I see my son and daughter-in-law standing in front of me, asking where my granddaughter is. I've let them down! If I don't see my granddaughter one last time before I die, I won't have the face to face them in death!

After speaking, the old man bowed deeply to Shen Yu once again.

The entire room fell silent, and everyone's eyes were red with tears.

Even the most seasoned tycoons, accustomed to weathering life's storms, were deeply moved. The tragedy of parents burying their children is bad enough, but to have to endure the pain of their granddaughter's disappearance is unimaginable. How did the elderly man survive these past twenty-five years?

Shen Yu helped the old man up and remained silent for a moment.

He closed his eyes and gently calculated with his fingertips.

A few seconds later, he opened his eyes, looked at Xu Baoguo, and said with certainty:

"Mr. Xu, your granddaughter is still alive. She was abducted to the Southern Province by human traffickers and was later adopted by a couple of teachers who were unable to have children. Her adoptive parents treated her very well and supported her through university."

Three years ago, after her adoptive parents passed away, she came to Beijing and became a teacher at the Sunshine Welfare Home, where she specifically cared for disabled children.

Xu Baoguo froze abruptly, and the cane in his hand clattered to the ground.

He stared blankly at Shen Yu, his lips trembling, unable to utter a single word for a long time.

After a full half minute, he suddenly burst into a heart-wrenching cry: "She's alive! She's alive! My granddaughter is alive!"

The old man was so excited that he trembled and almost collapsed to the ground, but fortunately Jiang Zhenbang, who was next to him, caught him in time.

"Old Xu! Old Xu! Calm down!" Jiang Zhenbang patted his back, his eyes also reddening. "Our granddaughter has been found! That's wonderful! That's wonderful!"

"Zhao Rui." Shen Yu turned to look at Zhao Rui in the corner.

"Here!" Zhao Rui immediately stood up and saluted.

"Take two people to the Sunshine Welfare Home now and find a teacher named Zhou Duo. Explain the situation to her and bring her here. Be careful with your attitude, don't frighten her," Shen Yu instructed.

"Yes! Mission accomplished!" Zhao Rui immediately turned around and ran out quickly.

The guests in the banquet hall couldn't sit still any longer; they started whispering among themselves, their faces full of anticipation.

"I can't believe Mr. Shen actually found it! That's amazing!"

"Twenty-five years! If it weren't for Mr. Shen, Old Master Xu would never have seen his granddaughter in his lifetime!"

"Mr. Shen is truly a living bodhisattva!"

The waiting time felt exceptionally long.

Xu Baoguo was restless, constantly rubbing his hands, his eyes fixed on the banquet hall entrance, unable to even drink a sip of water.