Chapter 163 "My Wife is the Protagonist of the Banquet"
Yuan Ziyun is a person who is incapable of doing anything good and is always causing trouble!
Sheng Jieyue looked at him with rage. Why had he been sabotaging her all the time lately?
She feigned composure, her voice trembling slightly. "What nonsense! The people of the west city have always been respectful. How could they say such outrageous things? You must have failed to do your job well and been misled!"
"Saint Queen, what I said is true!" Yuan Ziyun became anxious instantly when she denied his work ability.
He pulled out a wrinkled piece of cake from his pocket and said, "This is what the girl gave me. The people in the west of the city said that she was the only one who cared about them..."
"How dare you!" Sheng Jieyue interrupted him harshly, her delicate bun swaying slightly, yet she maintained her dignified demeanor. "These are just some unruly people's nonsense, are you really worthy of bringing them up at a birthday party? Get out of here!"
But it's too late.
Yuan Ziyun's words were like a huge rock, causing panic among the people in the hall.
"Dozens of people are sick? Will it spread to the city center?" A jeweler's face turned pale. His shop is on the main street and he comes into contact with countless people every day.
"Who is that girl? Can she really help the people in the west of the city?" another old orc asked, his eyes full of worry.
Even the noblewoman who had previously agreed with Sheng Jieyue quietly tugged at the sleeve of the person next to her: "How about... let's go back first? What if the plague spreads..."
"Everyone, be quiet!" Sheng Jieyue suddenly raised her voice, barely maintaining a superficial smile. "Everyone, calm down first. There's something I haven't told you."
When the surrounding discussions finally died down, Sheng Jieyue raised her proud chin and announced to everyone, "I am the messenger of the God of Flowers. This plague is a test from the gods to the people of the west city—a test to see if they fear the gods and obey order!"
She pointed at the orchid flowers blooming in the corner of the temple. Their petals were as white as jade and exuded a delicate fragrance. "Do you see these orchid flowers? I asked the Jiuyao Chamber of Commerce to send them all the way from Yuhua City at the behest of the gods. They are to purify the fortune of the central city and dispel disasters!"
"The Messenger of the God of Flowers?!"
The hall suddenly became quiet.
The lackeys were the first to react: "Greetings to the Messenger of God! We are foolish and have wrongly accused the Holy Lady!"
"No wonder the Saint Female is so calm, it turns out she is under the protection of the gods!"
The noble ladies also changed sides and looked at the Yulanhua with awe, as if it was a sacred object that could ward off evil and avoid disasters.
Shengran was very familiar with those flowers, as she had cared for each one of them with her own hands.
Her eyes flickered slightly and her palms were clenched white.
Huaijun remembered the spiritual spring water he brought with him and felt that it was time to give it to his wife to drink.
But Sheng Ran waved her hand.
She can speak.
She must be able to speak.
She can't be swayed by emotions.
"——Is that so?" Sheng Ran looked at the ridiculous crowd and asked softly.
She took a step forward and reached out to touch the most beautiful orchid.
Sheng Ran took a deep breath.
"If there were gods, would they allow you to scatter plague-purifying flowers and plants on the streets for people to trample on? Would they allow you to use the people's taxes to hold lavish banquets, only to watch them die of disease?"
Her voice was resounding. "The gods protect all living beings, not hypocrites like you who disguise themselves as saints but are actually selfish!"
"How dare you blaspheme God!" Sheng Jieyue was so angry that she was shaking all over, but she still maintained her last bit of elegance.
"Sister, I've always been tolerant and gentle towards you, but you've repeatedly broken my boundaries." She pointed at Sheng Ran and sternly shouted at the guards, "Come here! Drive this madwoman out who blasphemed the gods and disrupted the banquet! If she continues to talk nonsense, the gods will punish her, and everyone here will suffer!"
The guards hesitated and stepped forward, but were stopped by the five beastmen surrounding Sheng Ran.
Huai Jun's fingertips were emitting a light blue sound-based ability, and a slight tremor filled the air. The approaching guards subconsciously stepped back.
The flame in Zhu Jiuyin's palm suddenly ignited, and the orange-red flames illuminated his eyes, which were filled with anger. "You guys look familiar. Have you forgotten what I said before? Whoever angers me, I will strip him of his clothes and hang him on the city gate!"
Yun Ling's black feathers were waiting in his sleeves, and his eyes were cold enough to kill people.
Pei Xiaoxing and Ling Rui stood on Sheng Ran's left and right sides. The pressure from the snow wolf and the golden lion spread out, and the temperature in the hall seemed to drop a few degrees.
They didn't say anything, but their actions showed their attitude. No one should think of hurting Sheng Ran in the slightest.
At this moment, a burst of uniform footsteps came from outside the hall, beating like drums in everyone's heart.
Dozens of guards in black tights filed in, with the golden characters "Jiuyao" embroidered on their chests and sharp scimitars on their waists. They had solemn expressions and powerful auras, instantly filling both sides of the palace gate.
"People from Jiuyao Chamber of Commerce!" someone shouted.
The hall fell silent instantly.
In just half a year, the newly emerged Jiuyao Chamber of Commerce controlled the supplies and trade routes of the Beast World Continent.
If you offend them, not only will you not be able to do business, but even your daily expenses may be cut off.
Sheng Jieyue's eyes lit up instantly - Jiuyao Chamber of Commerce was the "guest of honor" hosting this birthday party, and they would definitely stand on her side.
She raised her chin slightly and said proudly, "Everyone from the Jiuyao Chamber of Commerce has arrived at the perfect time. This person is blaspheming the gods and disrupting the birthday party. Please help drive her away. I will reward you handsomely afterwards."
The Chamber of Commerce guards did not move at all, but instead moved sideways in unison to make way.
A man in a black brocade robe walked in slowly.
The brocade robe was embroidered with glittering nine-star patterns, and the gold thread sparkled under the light. A jade belt inlaid with jadeite was tied around his waist. He walked calmly, and every step seemed to be stepping on everyone's heart.
He was wearing a silver fox mask that covered the upper half of his face, revealing only his smooth jawline and a half-smile on his lips.
Even if you can't see her face clearly, her innate nobility and laziness make people dare not look directly at her.
"President!" The guards of the Chamber of Commerce saluted in unison, their voices so loud that the glass lamps in the hall shook slightly.
President of Jiuyao Chamber of Commerce? !
The guests were instantly filled with awe, and a few businessmen were so excited that they wanted to come forward and talk, but were stopped by the guards.
Sheng Jieyue's smile became even more relaxed. A few days ago, he heard some rumors from somewhere that the Jiuyao Chamber of Commerce went to such great lengths just to please his wife.
Sheng Jieyue didn't know him before, and she became his "wife" inexplicably, and was a little unhappy at first.
But this banquet was exactly what she wanted, and the man's appearance... also completely hit her heart.
If he wanted to use this banquet to gain a position by her side, Sheng Jieyue suddenly felt that it was something she could consider.
She walked forward and smiled charmingly, "President, I'm sorry to bother you. Please give me an explanation and ask her to leave the venue."
But the man didn't look at her. His gaze went straight through the crowd and fell on Sheng Ran.
"--she?"
Sheng Jieyue nodded quickly, saying delicately, "That's right. She's ruined the party you worked so hard to organize. She needs to get out!"
Her eyes were fixed on the tall and mysterious man in front of her, hoping that he would look at her properly.
However, the fox eyes under the mask were slightly curved, still staring straight at Sheng Ran. His tone was as lazy as usual, but it concealed an indelible tenderness.
The words he spoke were like thunder from the blue sky—
"My wife is the star of the party."
"Who dares to touch her?"
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