The Sovereign Of The Three Realms
Chapter 20: Banquet is a Trap? I'm not scared!
“That boy, that boy, is he that good?” Gouyu refused to accept the situation. He still felt very awkward whenever he thought of being lectured by Jiang Chen. It was a bit difficult for him to let go of his face and acknowledge Jiang Chen's superiority.
Eastern Lu lightly pulled Eastern Zhiruo into a one-handed embrace, sighing softly. “Who would have thought that after what happened to the Heavenly Worship Rite, luck had befallen us after the disaster. Did the will of heaven use Jiang Chen's hand as a container to alleviate Ruo’er's suffering?”
The more he thought about it, the more this explanation became the only one possible.
“Oh right, Gouyu, Jiang Chen is in the capital to participate in the Hidden Dragon Trials, how is it worth?” Eastern Lu suddenly recalled this matter.
“My brother, out of 108 heirs, this value of Jiang Chen is undoubtedly the last in his class. And until now, he had not passed any of the three basic exams. There are only three or four days left until the end of the month. If he still could not pass it, then he would not even have the qualifications to participate in the final exam of the Hidden Dragon Trials.” Gouyu could only answer honestly.
“That's bad?” Eastern Lu was also quite surprised. “This puts me in a difficult position. If this child cannot even pass the basic exam and consequently loses his family duchy. Then my intention to give appreciation and wealth .. “
“You reap what you sow. He had not tried before, it would not be an injustice for his family to lose their ducal rank. Royal brother, I said this first. Since you have put me in charge of the Hidden Dragon Trials, I will not go easy on anyone.” Gouyu still maintained a stiff upper lip.
“Haha, how do I put you in a difficult position. If being a duke was really not written on his stars, then being a powerless official in the capital was just as good. There is no power or influence, or wealth and wealth. It would be a pretty carefree life too. ”
This was actually the conclusion of Eastern Lu's choice for the matter. Otherwise, all the different dukes would return to their territories after the Hidden Dragon Trials, and who would treat Eastern Zhiruo's illness?
“Oh right, royal brother, speaking of the Hidden Dragon Trials, Gouyu accepted the invitation today. It came from the Duchy of Soaring Dragon. ”
“The Soaring Dragon Duchy?” Eastern Lu faintly furrowed his brows, clearly very sensitive to these three words.
“Yes, it is said that there will be a banquet tonight, and invite me to attend. Apparently, the extraordinary events of the happy news have occurred in the household of Soaring Dragon.”
“A fun way?” Eastern Lu's expression became even more complicated. As the ruler of a great kingdom, by all rights he must have absolute control over everything in the capital.
But what big happiness event happened in the Soaring Dragon household? Eastern Lu knew nothing.
Of course, the Duke of Soaring Dragon would never invite the king to a banquet. First, the duke did not command such a reverence, and secondly, the custom established by the ancestors did not permit such an act.
“She did not detail the invitation, and simply said that it had something to do with her youngest daughter Long Juxue. Could it be that Long Juxue had had some breakthroughs in her dao martial path? ”
Eastern Lu actually did not mind if it was really a small matter. He stretched his hand out, “You might as well be present since you were invited. This Duke of Soaring Dragon, heh heh.”
Gouyu's expression was also somewhat complicated, and she understood her brother's objection to the Duke of Soaring Dragon. He was the first duke under the heavens, and had a superior position and power. His influence almost rivaled his subordinates.
Soaring Dragon Palace is located in the southeast district of the capital. Its location is superior to prosperous streets and magnificent buildings. Jiang Han's home was truly unparalleled.
Of course, although it was called the Soaring Dragon manor, it was only a temporary residence when the duke was in the capital. The true manors of each duke were still located in their respective territories.
Jiang Feng had intended to prepare a good gift ever since he attended the banquet, but had been vetoed by Jiang Chen. Since they would definitely declare hostility, why bother? Just bring along some random items, and the Soaring Dragon family can accept them if desired.
In addition, it is certain that this invitation does not care about the gift that is carried by hand. What the Duke of Soaring Dragon wanted was a piece of Jiang Han land that contained veins, and to cut off the greatest source of income for the Jiang Han duchy.
Seizing one's food meant starting a blood feud. Jiang Chen clearly understood that this matter would not be resolved so easily.
Jiang Chen painstakingly walked out of the secret training room at dusk. In his words, they would look cold even if they came early, so why not wait until everyone was present?
Jiang Feng thought this was very reasonable and thus accepted Jiang Chen's advice.
Most of the invited guests had already arrived when the boy father duo arrived at the Soaring Dragon palace.
The scene in front of him was completely in line with Jiang Chen's expectations. Either due to previous agreements or coincidences, some dukes had formed agreements with the Soaring Dragon duchy and deliberately harassed the father child duo.
It was a good thing that Jiang Feng usually behaved well and had befriended several dukes. Some familiar comrades came to greet Jiang Feng.
So everything's not so ugly.
“Sister Jiang, this duke misses you very much. You're finally here! ” A warm laugh suddenly sounded from the front, and a man wearing a luxurious robe walked towards Jiang Feng with large strides.
This man had a sturdy body and walked with tiger-like calmness and energy. The domineering aura interrupted his every move. He was the duke of the Soaring Dragon, Long Zhaofeng.
“This is too much, brother Long is too polite.”
“Come come come. Big brother Jiang, you are my esteemed guest today, and should be sitting next to me at the high table.
It is not easy to get a chair at a high table. A household like duchy’s is most particular about seating arrangements. Although the position of duke Jiang Han was good, it was not good enough to guarantee a seat at the high table.
“How can I accept this? Brother Long please continue with your affairs, I will sit down with this group of brothers. ” Jiang Feng still wants to sit down with his brothers.
However, he seemed to underestimate Long Zhaofeng's determination.
To the side, Jiang Chen said lightly. “Dad, it's rare that the Duke of Soaring Dragon likes us so much. Since there is a chair for you at the high table, why not sit down? Go ahead and sit down. ”
“Hahaha, and this is for sure…? Oh right, you must be Jiang Chen's dearest nephew. Good good, tiger dad won't give birth to a puppy. Dear niece, the younger generation can have fun elsewhere. I will not greet all of you separately.” The Duke of Soaring Dragon laughed and gave a slightly meaningful look, spending a short moment on Jiang Chen.
“Heh heh, please help yourself, Your Majesty.” Jiang Chen gestured randomly with his hand and turned to leave.
“Sister Chen, here.”
Jiang Chen saw a huge mound of figures waving excitedly at him from the table not too far away once he turned around.
Only one person in the entire Eastern Kingdom had such a huge stature. There's nothing else. It was naturally that fat Xuan.
Sitting with the plump Xuan was the heir to the rank of a Hubing duke, Hubing Yue. These two people were good friends of Jiang Chen who happened to be in the capital.
As for the others, Yang Zong, he was hiding at another table, and did not even dare to look at the fat Xuan and the others. It was clear that he did not want any part of anything.
“Brother Chen, these few days have been excruciating for your little brother!” Fatty Xuan was quite rude as he used his sleeves, made of the finest silk, to wipe the chair. “Brother Chen, this is the seat I have occupied for you since the afternoon. Haha, having tonnage is an advantage in seizing seats!”
“Sister Chen, have not seen you for a long time, I kind of miss you.” Waves of enthusiasm also radiated from Hubing Yue's eyes. This guy doesn't talk much, but it's real and direct.
Jiang Chen was a little touched that the two would act like this at such a meeting, especially with the precarious position of duke Jiang Han.
There is a reason why these people are called friends.
Jiang Chen ignored the gazes coming from all directions and was about to take his seat when a figure flashed by the side of the chair, and sat firmly on the chair that the fat Xuan had just removed.
“Fatty Xuan, thank you for saving me a seat.”
This man wore a black robe and had a striking red nose from rosacea. Several signs of ridicule dripped down from the sharp end of his lips as he boldly took over the chair.
“Monkey Yan, what does this mean?” Fatty Xuan was immediately enraged.
“Fatty Xuan, I'd like to ask you the same thing, what do you mean by this? Can I not sit in this chair? ” This person is naturally the heir to the rank of a duke of Yanmen, Yan Yiming. He was also the same person who voluntarily identified himself while threatening Jiang Chen in the Healing Hall.
“This is the seat I ordered for my brother Chen!” Fatty Xuan wanted to pull Yan Yiming out of the chair.
“Kak Chen? You mean him?” Yan Yiming smiled arrogantly. “Fatty Xuan are you blind? This is the middle ground area. Only those who have at least four true qi levels are entitled to sit here.”
He glanced at Jiang Chen and said in a very mocking tone while pointing to a deserted table for one person in the corner, “Jiang Chen, the table was specially prepared for the early realms.”
A raucous laughter sounded from all sides as soon as Yan Yiming delivered his words. It was obvious that this was a game that had been long planned, and was just waiting for the fat Jiang Chen and Xuan to come and play dumb.
Fatty Xuan was furious. “Monkey Yan, do you not know to choose a better time when you need to be slapped?”
Yan Yiming smiled faintly. “Xuan is fat, you are just five levels of true qi. When do you have the ability to slap better than six levels? ”
Yan Yiming's six meridians true Qi surged as he spoke, instantly sending out an imposing aura.
The swords rattled, and it seemed very likely that a fight would soon break out.
Suddenly, a crisp sound and curved legs came from a nearby table. “Brother Jiang Chen, sit here. I'm giving you a seat. ”
The voice was naive and clear. Jiang Chen knew without turning his head that it was Princess Zhiruo East.
A faint smile on his lips, Jiang Chen suddenly extended his hand and patted Yan Yiming on the shoulder. “This young Duke has a nice bone structure with a handsome face, and even stole a chair with such personality! You have a bright future ahead of you. Your master should admire you? Yan Yiming huh? I'll remember you.”
With that, Jiang Chen finished ignoring the scornful gazes around him and sauntered towards Eastern Zhiruo with a peaceful face.
“You stupid girl, what are you doing in a place so dirty than staying in your room?”
The crowd gathered was extremely shocked, as if lightning had burnt them all to a crisp after Jiang Chen spoke. This is the princess! Jiang Chen had been flogged by the king last time and barely escaped death, but his behavior had deteriorated and now dared to speak even to the king's most beloved daughter in this kind of tone.
This sounds like someone lecturing his own sister?
And to say that this is a dirty place in front of the banquet host, isn't this a verbal slap?
The atmosphere of the scene took on a strange tone in the blink of an eye.
Everyone tilted their heads and thought that having this young Jiang duke, who had a tendency to not stop until he said something completely outrageous, spontaneously went crazy due to all the pressure?
