Fang Yin clasped her hands together, her face alight with innocent excitement.
"Wow!" she breathed, her delight infectious.
Fang Yuan shook his head with faint amusement before his smile returned, bright and unshakable.
"Alright then. I'm sure you all remember my dear brother… Xiao Pei?"
A wave of nods swept through the chamber.
Of course they remembered. Xiao Pei, the quiet benefactor who had solved so many of their troubles.
The one who had given generously when the Fang clan teetered on the edge, lifting burdens both financial and personal.
His name alone carried the weight of gratitude and reverence.
Fang Yuan's expression softened with warmth before brightening once more.
"With his help…" he began slowly, each word measured, deliberate, "I was able to procure… a few more resources."
The elders leaned forward ever so slightly, breath strained, waiting.
Fang Yuan inhaled, holding the silence, savoring their anticipation.
