Shen Mingji had distinguished himself at the Border and was personally appointed a Third-Grade General by the Emperor.
For the Shen family, this was a great blessing—a sign that a capable man had emerged from their ranks, a gift from their ancestors.
From the day Shen Mingji returned to the capital in triumph, the Shen Family had been making preparations.
They would hold a grand welcome banquet for him when he came home and declare him the heir.
In the past, the Shen family had neglected Shen Mingji's upbringing. That was their fault.
But family was family. No matter how great the rift between them, they should be able to let go of old grudges after sharing a reunion meal.
After all, they were all Shens. The bonds of blood could not be severed.
Mr. Shen said, "When Ah Ji was a child, his misbehavior was just him trying to get our attention. He wanted us to dote on him more, which is only natural."
