Five days later, it was the birthday of Protector General Zhou Pengze.

In fact, Zhou Pengze was still in his early forties, so he did not make a grand display with a lavish banquet. Instead, he simply invited a few close friends and colleagues to gather at the residence.

Even so, Zhou Ruolan woke up early to accompany her mother in receiving the guests.

The sixteen-year-old girl, as bright as a blossoming begonia on a tree branch, carried herself with grace, and her every movement radiated confidence, earning praise from all the guests who arrived.

Before long, Zi Zhu came …