The meaning behind the mage's words was clear to the Duke.
There are still seven days until the princess's birthday.
But today, a banquet was suddenly held, gathering most of the people in the capital.
Something's not right, something's very wrong.
Logically speaking, there's nothing wrong with it.
After all, today's banquet is for Aurelion.
Who is that? That's a princess, the daughter of Emperor Auberle!
The emperor can hold it whenever he wants.
Don't even mention that the princess's birthday is still seven days away.
From today until the seventh day, there will be no problem for the emperor!
But as an old mage, Beck naturally wouldn't accept such a reason so easily.
Since we can't figure it out ourselves, let's just ask the Duke.
Levi smiled and waved his hand:
"Listen to me, Baker, don't rush."
"If you really want to know, then wait a little while."
The Duke said nothing, yet it was as if he had said everything.
At least, this made Baker understand.
The banquet was indeed not what he had imagined.
It's as simple as celebrating the princess's birthday alone.
Soon, the candlelight in the entire banquet hall began to flicker, emitting a trembling glow.
A silver figure walked into the banquet hall.
That's Gwen.
She arrived at the banquet in a flowing blue gown that covered her in armor, resembling a silver-tinged azure flower.
Beneath his dashing figure lies a hint of determination and the unique pride of a knight.
Beside her was Aurelion.
Aurelion was also dressed in a light blue dress, the surface of which was covered with a layer of pure white tulle, and the two shoulders were wrapped with two ties.
Aurelion's bright eyes swept over the nobles, and she smiled slightly.
She walked over leisurely, arm in arm with Gwen.
Upon seeing this, the nobles all fell silent.
This scene seemed too dreamlike and beautiful.
The knight took his princess to the banquet.
This seems like a story that can only be heard in fables and fairy tales.
But today, it is actually happening right before their eyes.
Although they all had silver-white hair, you could still see some differences between the strands.
Aurelion's long hair, like clouds adorned with stars, shone brightly in the candlelight, mysterious and elegant.
Her lively and beautiful face exuded such nobility.
Gwen's silver hair, as white as fine snow, appeared just the right amount of dullness in comparison.
The newfound composure and calmness she exuded made her resemble a silent sculpture.
Just like her current expression, cold as ice, seemingly devoid of any emotion.
Like a perfect knight of justice who only obeys royal orders.
When everyone saw Gwen's face clearly, their breath caught in their throats for a few seconds, and their wine glasses remained still, as if time had stopped at that moment.
That was Gwen Delin, the head of the Delin Knights family on the frontier, who held military power over millions of knights in the North.
At the same time, she was also Viktor's fiancée.
And, Princess Aurelion's teacher.
The intricacy of this relationship caused countless nobles present to gasp in surprise.
When Aurelion and Gwen appeared together, they clearly sensed something was amiss.
The power behind Princess Aurelion.
It seems that it is a bit too powerful.
In any case, any of the emperor's sons who could obtain such powerful backing would likely be considered the best candidate to succeed him as emperor.
However, this phenomenon occurred to a princess who seemed to have no chance of ascending the throne.
This left many noble ministers deeply perplexed.
But at that moment, they were unable to utter a single word.
Gwen's icy demeanor even sent a chill down the spines of the nobles present.
It was as if a cold blade had sliced through the air, instantly spreading the chill to every corner.
The scene was unusually quiet.
Seeing this, even the nobles slowed their breathing.
Aurelion, surrounded by admirers and accompanied by Gwen, stepped forward to the front of the nobles.
All eyes were on them, filled with tension.
Reaching the bottom of the stairs ahead, Gwen released Aurelion's hand, stood to the side, and bowed respectfully.
Aurelion, with an air of nobility and pride, gracefully ascended each step.
All the way up to the top of the stairs, which leads to the golden platform in the banquet hall.
Aubrey had appeared on the platform at some point and was standing there quietly.
His gaze fell on Aurelion, a hint of satisfaction in his eyes.
Aurelion stepped over the last step, holding up her blue dress, and stood before Aubrey, bowing deeply to him.
Aubrey smiled kindly and nodded to Aurelion.
The princess walked behind Aubrey and turned to look at the nobles at the banquet.
All eyes were fixed on Aubrey, ears perked up, listening intently to what the emperor had to say:
Soon, the emperor's deep, slow voice echoed throughout the banquet hall.
"This banquet today is for my daughter, Aurelion Sol."
As soon as the words were spoken, two rows of cannons outside the banquet hall suddenly fired into the sky.
With two loud pops, huge and dazzling fireworks exploded in the sky, accompanied by joyful celebratory music.
The vibrant musical notes seemed to be created by magic, gliding through the air of the banquet hall like leaping, joyful fairies, dancing with boundless energy.
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