Enemies and allies

"Everyone, give a warm welcome to Gong Liwei, and yes, you are not hearing wrong, this is the Gong Liwei, the beauty of the Eastern Forest Province!"

The host gave an introduction to the beauty on the stage and a wave of whispers and small talks went through the room.

"As you all know, the Gong family that governed the Eastern Province have recently lost its status, and their business has been largely annexed by the newly rising Jue family..."

The host, pleased with the reaction of the crowd started to explain.

The Wood Spirit Empire had many noble families, far more than any other country, simply because life on this continent was tranquil and peaceful, and being part of the "high society" gave the prestige and respect that people loved.