C211 Confused

Jee Zhen stood by, utterly confused, but having been the matriarch of the Yan family for many years, she knew when to hold her tongue. She watched silently as Hee Chengqian walked up to the stage.

Once on stage, Hee Chengqian took the microphone from the emcee, his face serious as he began, "Ladies and gentlemen, thank you all for taking the time to be here. I am truly grateful. However