Chapter 59 Delilah

Gentlemen, look at the armor stacking at the end of the previous chapter, please don't criticize me!!

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“Snap! Snap!”

Following a few rounds of thunderous applause, the lights in the reception room suddenly went out.

Several spotlights were lit up at the same time, shining on the white jade staircase in the center of the reception room.

"Duke Daiwei has arrived!"

"Princess Delilah has arrived!"

The attendant shouted to the audience in standard British English.

After hearing the shout, everyone in the pitch-black conference hall turned their eyes towards the palace staircase made of white jade.

A middle-aged man slowly walked down the stairs. He had a stern face and was serious. His mustache was neatly trimmed, which complemented his curly reddish-brown hair.

He was dressed in classical European aristocratic attire, with a thin silk corset covering iron boots that reached above his knees, a scarlet wool cloak draped over the soft armor on his shoulders, and the Berligen family crest outlined in countless gold threads.

Everyone in the venue stared quietly at this distinguished man, watching him walk down the stairs step by step.

When he reached the corner of the stairs, Duke Daiwei turned around and extended his hand elegantly towards the top of the stairs.

A tender white hand stretched out from behind the armrest and rested on the Duke's hand.

Princess Delilah walked out from upstairs with graceful steps and extraordinary beauty.

Duke Daiwei smiled and took her to his side and walked down the stairs.

When Delilah stood in front of everyone.

Lu Qian was stunned.

She had only heard that Delilah was as beautiful as a fairy, but Lu Qian had never seen what a fairy looked like. But from this moment on, she thought she had seen one.

What a noble face.

Anyone would be fascinated by that arrogant demeanor.

The sky blue court dress made of silk and gold cloth has a unique beauty that is extremely luxurious and highlights the princess's beauty.

The exquisitely carved platinum crown is inlaid with countless pearls and gems, holding up the soft golden hair.

It shows not only beauty, but also supreme power.

Duke Daiwei spoke fluent English and greeted everyone in the venue.

"Welcome everyone to the Soran Palace."

"Tonight is just a fun party I hosted on a whim. No need to be formal."

"I wish you all a good time," Duke Daiwei raised his glass and pointed it into the air.

Delilah stood beside the Duke, nodding gracefully to the crowd with a noble smile.

There was a few more rounds of applause, and then the lights in the reception room came on.

In the bright environment, Delilah's blue eyes looked through the crowd at Cheng Yi, and a gentle smile appeared on her reserved and proud face.

Lu Qian tilted his head and looked at Cheng Yi beside him.

His face remained calm, but his eyes were extremely fiery.

The two people's gazes were like dry firewood and raging fire, meeting and exploding in the air.

Lu Qian couldn't help but be stunned. It seemed as if a piece of his heart had been dug out, and his breathing became a little stiff.

Cheng Yi withdrew his lingering gaze, leaned over and kissed Lu Qian on the forehead, and gently said, "Wait for me here."

Lu Qian lowered his eyes expressionlessly, hummed softly, and waited obediently there.

Cheng Yi adjusted the collar of his tuxedo and walked forward with a brisk and calm pace.

Delilah glanced at Cheng Yi and moved away from Duke Daiwei at the right time.

"Duke Daiwei."

Cheng Yi took a step back and bent his knees gracefully, but did not lower his proud head. His eagle-like eyes fixed firmly on Earl Daiwei's eyes.

Duke Daiwei did not care about his slight rudeness, but smiled gently.

"Ciro, you're getting better at learning etiquette."

Cheng Yi stood up and straightened the collar of his tuxedo.

Hearing Duke Daiwei's teasing, he smiled elegantly: "Oh, Duke, I always feel that you are making fun of me."

Duke Daiwei smiled and seemed to agree as if jokingly.

Cheng Yi picked up the wine glass beside him, handed it to Duke Dai Wei, and said directly: "I have received the message that the Duke asked Jiang Luan to bring. I really want to thank you for your kindness."

"Hahahaha—" Dai Wei laughed heartily, "You're being polite. After all, cooperating with you won't do me any harm at all."

Cheng Yi heard the implication of Duke Dai Wei's words and tilted the wine glass in his hand towards Dai Wei, "Don't worry, Duke, the arms in the German territory will not fall into the hands of anyone else without your approval."

The top of any pyramid is covered with dead bones.

Power in particular.

The Berligen family, which stood at the pinnacle of power in Germany, was constantly fighting even within the family.

In such a turbulent situation, arms and combat power are the only iron rules that determine whether a person can remain at the top.

Therefore, other nobles and forces are also constantly raising arms, hoping to overturn the pyramid one day.

Tavia's arms business dominates Europe. From cold blades to missiles, its R&D teams are among the best in the world.

Cheng Yi wants to expand his influence in Central and Western Europe, and Dai Wei needs to monopolize arms and military forces to stabilize his position.

This cooperation can no longer be a win-win situation.

Duke Devi tilted his glass.

"bite!"

The two cups collided, making a crisp sound.

As the wine turned over, the situation in Europe became turbulent.

Dai Wei raised his wine glass and took a sip, saying appreciatively, "Talking to smart people saves effort."

Cheng Yi put down his wine glass, raised his hand and twisted his wrist, and said something that Duke Daiwei was very concerned about: "After Jiang Luan's medicine is tested, I will send someone to deliver it to the Duke as soon as possible."

Dai Wei raised his hand, patted Cheng Yi's sturdy shoulder, and laughed.

“Hahahahahahahaha——”

The guests around could see Duke Daiwei's happy expression.

Although they didn't dare to go forward and listen to what the two were talking about, they knew that the storm at the banquet had gradually subsided from the center.

Dai Wei withdrew his hand, glanced behind Cheng Yi without any expression, half closed his eyelids, and looked back at Cheng Yi.

"I heard about your behavior at the banquet. You are still the same as always, so decisive in doing things."

Cheng Yi did not deny it, but agreed openly: "I hope my behavior will not cause the Duke to have any objections to our cooperation."

"Just a bunch of idiots," Dai Wei shook the wine glass in his hand and said frivolously, "I'm afraid you'll find it dirty."

Cheng Yi lowered his eyebrows, turned his head and glanced at Lu Qian behind him.

"My hand," Cheng Yi twisted his wrist lightly, revealing a calm smile, "I'm afraid there's no room for it to get any dirtier."

When Dai Wei heard what Cheng Yi said, his blue eyes widened a little and he smacked the corners of his mouth hidden in his beard.

Then he waved to Delilah, who was standing nearby, chatting with other noble princesses.

Delilah saw Dai Wei's gesture and slowly walked towards the two of them.

"Father."

Delilah bowed gracefully.

Dai Wei pulled her wrist, raised his hand to push her waist, and pushed her towards Cheng Yi.

"You young people go have fun," Dai Wei pointed the wine glass in his hand towards Cheng Yi, "we old guys are going to find something else to do."

Cheng Yi smiled slightly, nodded, and watched Duke Dai Wei leave.

Then he turned to the princess who was like the moon surrounded by stars.