Chen Ning rubbed his nose and smiled when he saw Guan Jie looking like he wanted to skin him alive. It seemed that he had offended Guan Jie badly last time. However, Chen Ning did not regret it. He would do the same thing again.
When Ouyang Xin saw Chen Ning and Guan Jie looking at each other, and Chen Ning's indifferent expression, Ouyang Xin couldn't help but admire Chen Ning's courage. Then, he whispered to Chen Ning,""Brother Chen Ning, don't be afraid. This is the City Lord's Mansion. Today is the birthday of the City Lord's daughter. No matter how popular Guan Jie is, he won't dare to do anything. If he dares to move, the City Lord will cut him into pieces without us even needing to do anything.”Ouyang Xin smiled at Guan Jie after she finished speaking. Chen Ning was speechless. This Ouyang Xin wanted the world to be in chaos. He even provoked Guan Jie.
Sure enough, Ouyang Xin was right. When he saw Chen Ning and Ouyang Xin smiling at him teasingly, the scene from the auction replayed in Guan Jie's mind. Guan Jie swore that he would make Ouyang Xin pay the price with blood. As for Chen Ning, he would only be able to appease his hatred if he died.
Guan Jie really wanted to bring his men over to chop Ouyang Xin and Chen Ning into pieces, but he didn't dare to. This was the City Lord's Mansion, and it was Xia Keke's birthday today. He didn't have the guts to do so, so he could only stare at Chen Ning and Ouyang Xin with hatred. If looks could kill, Chen Ning and Ouyang Xin would have been killed by Guan Jie a thousand times.
After Chen Ning and Ouyang Xin teased Guan Jie for a while, they raised their glasses and toasted each other. Shangguan Wan 'er came to Chen Ning and Ouyang Xin. Shangguan Wan' er winked at Ouyang Xin and smiled."Young Master Ouyang, why did you come so early today? Why didn't you come over to have a drink with me and my cousin?”Shangguan Wan 'er glanced at Chen Ning and continued to speak to Ouyang Xin,""By the way, Young Master Ouyang, you haven't introduced me to this friend of yours. I'm very curious how you two met.”Shangguan Wan 'er was dressed up beautifully tonight. Her beautiful face was covered in light makeup, which made many young masters' hearts skip a beat. However, when she lied, she was not ambiguous. She knew that Chen Ning was the young man who had a conflict with Guan Jie in the restaurant that day, but she still pretended not to know. Ouyang Xin was speechless when he heard Shangguan Wan 'er's words, but he still explained,"This is my good friend, Chen Ning. We met for the first time in a restaurant.”After saying that, Ouyang Xin looked at Shangguan Wan 'er with an evil smile, meaning that she could continue pretending.
"Ah, so it's the loyal youth from the restaurant that day. I just remembered.”Shangguan Wan 'er revealed a look of sudden realization. Those who did not know would really think that she had really forgotten and had only just remembered.
Chen Ning couldn't help but laugh bitterly in his heart. He glared at Ouyang Xin, but Ouyang Xin pretended not to see him and picked up the wine glass on the table to drink.
"Sigh... Young Master Chen Ning completely ignored her and didn't even greet her. It seemed that Wan 'er's appearance was low and didn't catch Young Master Chen Ning's eye.”Shangguan Wan 'er said to Chen Ning.
Chen Ning felt a headache coming on when he heard that. However, he still looked at Shangguan Wan 'er politely and smiled."In that case, Miss Wan 'er is a heavenly beauty and charming. It's not an exaggeration to describe her as a city-toppling beauty.”Chen Ning said helplessly. After saying that, he glared at Ouyang Xin again, but the latter still pretended not to see it. Chen Ning smiled bitterly.
"Hehehe…Young Master Chen Ning really knows how to talk. I like this sentence. Remember to have a drink with Wan 'er later.”Shangguan Wan 'er's smile grew wider upon hearing Chen Ning's words. After all, there was no girl who did not like being praised for her beauty. Especially when Chen Ning looked at her, her expression was extraordinary. Shangguan Wan' er's gaze lingered on Chen Ning's face for a long time before she slowly moved away and returned to the Shangguan family table. Then, she whispered something to Qing Yixuan, who was sitting beside her and wearing a green robe. Qing Yixuan couldn't help but glance at Chen Ning.
"Brother Chen Ning, you're amazing. You're an expert at picking up girls.”After Shangguan Wan 'er left, Ouyang Xin gave Chen Ning a thumbs up. Chen Ning was speechless at Ouyang Xin. He had not eaten for a day and was hungry. He simply could not be bothered to reply to Ouyang Xin. He picked up the food on the table and started eating. It was free anyway. It would be a waste not to eat. It was obviously impossible for Chen Ning to starve just to save face.
"The City Lord has arrived!" "Princess has arrived!"
Just as Chen Ning was enjoying her meal, a loud shout suddenly rang out. The originally noisy banquet instantly fell silent. At this moment, everyone turned their eyes to the entrance of the hall, including Guan Jie.
A dignified middle-aged man wearing a military uniform and a golden crown walked in slowly, holding the hand of a beautiful woman in a blue dress.
City Lord Xia looked like he had been around for more than fifty years. His face was flushed and full of energy. His eyes were bright and bright, shining with a domineering and intelligent light. Princess Xia Keke was also extremely beautiful. Her fair face was filled with nobility and elegance. At this moment, she was holding City Lord Xia's right hand, and her face was filled with a blissful smile as she slowly walked over.
"Greetings City Lord, greetings Princess. I wish City Lord a long life, and wish Princess eternal youth and happiness.”
Everyone in the hall shouted in unison and sent their prepared congratulatory words. The position of City Lord was equivalent to the great power of the border, and only members of the royal family could be conferred the title of Princess. However, City Lord Xia had made outstanding contributions in his life and had saved the Jason Kingdom from danger many times. Therefore, when the Jason Kingdom made an exception when Xia Keke was ten years old, they conferred her the title of Princess. The grace was not small.
"Hahaha, good. Today is my daughter's 20th birthday. Thank you for your congratulations.”City Lord Xia and Xia Keke sat on high seats and laughed loudly. Their faces were filled with joy.
After everyone presented all kinds of precious gifts like flowing water, City Lord Xia left behind a sentence," Today is my daughter's birthday. I won't stay here and cause trouble, lest you juniors can't let go."”After saying that, he looked at his daughter who was sitting beside him. Under Xia Keke's coquettish voice, he laughed loudly and took the lead to leave. The older generation of the various large families in the Heaven's Wall City also slowly left, leaving behind the younger generation to celebrate Xia Keke's birthday. The younger generation had their own missions, and other than congratulating Xia Keke on her birthday, there was clearly another more important matter. Their goal in this trip was to please City Lord Xia.
After City Lord Xia left, Princess Keke also left for a while. Only the younger generation of the major families in the Heaven's Wall City remained in the hall. Previously, because of the presence of the elders in the family and City Lord Xia, everyone was more restrained. However, after City Lord Xia left, they began to be lively. After a while, the entire hall was filled with all kinds of voices.
"Brother Ouyang, long time no see."
"Young Master Ouyang, come, drink a few cups.”
As the eldest son of the Ouyang family, Ouyang Xin, who was sitting with Chen Ning, naturally had many people come forward to greet him or toast him. Their attitudes were either respectful or enthusiastic.
Ouyang Xin returned the greeting with a warm smile. He was easygoing and approachable, not putting on airs like a young master from a noble family.
Chen Ning, on the other hand, seemed indifferent to all of this. He continued to eat the delicious food on the table. He had seen many of these polite words in his previous life as a salesperson, but he did not dislike these people's actions. It was understandable. Sigh, it was all for the sake of life. No, it was all for the sake of the family. It was not easy to build good relationships.
"Brother Chen Ning, you should eat and drink first. I'll go greet some acquaintances and come back later to have a few drinks with you.”Ouyang Xin said apologetically to Chen Ning, but his words were obviously unnecessary. Chen Ning was holding a big crab in his mouth, so he didn't have any extra mouth to talk back to him. Chen Ning took a break from his work and waved his right hand at Ouyang Xin, as if to say," Go, don't disturb me while I'm eating."
Seeing Chen Ning like this, Ouyang Xin smiled bitterly and left quickly. She had no choice, she felt that it was too embarrassing to be with this guy.
Just as Chen Ning was sitting on a chair and munching on a crab, a beautiful figure sat down opposite Chen Ning. She smiled at Chen Ning, who was busy munching on the crab, and said,"Is it delicious?"
Chen Ning looked up and saw Shangguan Wan 'er sitting across from him. She was smiling at him. Chen Ning was a little surprised, but he still nodded and said,""Delicious!"
"Hehehe…Young Master Chen Ning was really different. Not only did he know how to speak, but he also ate without hesitation.”Shangguan Wan 'er looked at Chen Ning and chuckled.
Chen Ning chuckled and said," I'm just a nobody. I'm not from the Heaven's Wall City's aristocratic families. I just want to have fun with them, but I don't know anyone. Lady Wan 'er, please don't make fun of me."”After saying that, Chen Ning looked at the finished crab in his hand and placed the remaining shell on the table. He paused for a moment and looked at Shangguan Wan 'er with a serious expression."Miss Wan 'er, do me a favor."
"Oh? May I know what Young Master Chen Ning needs my help with? Do you want me to introduce you to some of the descendants of the Heaven's Wall City?”Shangguan Wan 'er was stunned for a moment, but it was only for a moment before she continued to smile at Chen Ning.
Chen Ning shook her head and said," Help me move the pastry in front of you. It's right in front of you. It's too far away for me to reach."”After saying that, Chen Ning stared at the beautifully carved osmanthus cake in front of Shangguan Wan 'er. She thought to herself that it must be delicious since it was so beautiful.
“..........”
Hearing Chen Ning's words, Shangguan Wan 'er's smile froze. After a while, she wondered if she had misheard. She looked uncertain and said to Chen Ning,""Young master Chen Ning, do you want me to help you move the osmanthus cake?”After saying that, she looked at Chen Ning in disbelief, especially the osmanthus cake.
"Ugh! Or else? Or is Miss Wan 'er unwilling to help me?”Chen Ning nodded when she saw Shangguan Wan 'er staring at her.
"Hu…" Shangguan Wan 'er let out a long sigh in her heart when she received Chen Ning's affirmative answer. She told herself silently," I'm not angry, I'm not angry. I'm such a beauty in front of him, yet he's staring at this plate of osmanthus cake. I'm not angry." After calming down, Shangguan Wan' er brought the plate of osmanthus cake to Chen Ning. She stood up and gritted her teeth."Young Master Chen Ning, eat slowly. Be careful not to choke.”After saying that, he snorted and left.
After watching Shangguan Wan 'er leave in a huff, Chen Ning took a piece of osmanthus cake and took a bite."Little guy, you're here to tease me? You're still a little inexperienced." Chen Ning didn't think that he had the aura of a king. As soon as he sat down, beautiful women threw themselves at him. He was not related to Shangguan Wan 'er. If it wasn't for Ouyang Xin, he would never have anything to do with her in his life.
"Brother Chen Ning, why did you drive Miss Wan 'er away?”Just as Chen Ning was savoring the osmanthus cake, Ouyang Xin came back after greeting her friends. She smiled at Chen Ning who was eating the osmanthus cake.
As soon as Ouyang Xin finished speaking, a few exclamations came from the hall." Princess Keke is out. She's so beautiful."”
"Princess Keke is really a dragon among men. She was born into a wealthy family and was born beautiful. I wonder who is lucky enough to marry her.”
Chen Ning could not help but follow the crowd's gaze as they exclaimed in surprise. Princess Keke's blue dress had changed into a gorgeous palace dress. Her face was as white as jade, and her beautiful face had also been lightly made up. Compared to her previous appearance, she looked less lively and more mature. Overall, she looked even more beautiful and moving. Behind her were two beautiful maids, each holding a zither. One of them gently held the tail of Princess Keke's palace dress.
Soon, Princess Keke arrived at the main seat in the hall with two maids. When she saw that everyone in the hall was looking at her, Princess Keke's beautiful face was extremely calm. Her face was filled with a confident smile. It was obvious that she was already used to such scenes. Her sexy red lips slightly opened and she said to everyone,"Thank you, everyone, for accompanying Keke on her birthday today. Many of you here are Keke's friends and best friends. Keke would like to express her gratitude.”
As soon as Princess Keke finished speaking, the younger generation of the various large families in the Heaven's Wall City applauded. Amidst the applause, the maid beside Princess Keke also placed the zither in front of her. Under the signal of the maid, everyone stopped clapping. Princess Keke gently placed her jade-like hands on the zither. As the crisp and moving sound of the zither rang out, many people in the hall slowly revealed a hint of intoxication. Some of them listened carefully. Of course, there were also those who did it on purpose to please him.
When the zither and Princess Keke's beautiful voice were halfway through, Ouyang Xin nudged Chen Ning with her arm and said to Chen Ning with an intoxicated expression,""Brother Chen Ning, Princess Keke is really a strange woman. Not only is her cultivation profound, but she is also proficient in music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. With such a wife, what else can a husband ask for?”Ouyang Xin sighed with an intoxicated expression on his face. After saying that, he drank the wine in his cup and appeared somewhat elegant.
Hearing Ouyang Xin's words, Chen Ning nodded in agreement and said,""I have to admit that Princess Keke is indeed very beautiful.”When Chen Ning used his divine sense to sense that Princess Keke had a cultivation base of a sixth-tier Xuan Master, he paused for a moment before continuing,""She is indeed a woman with both beauty and strength. However, the song is just average and doesn't suit the occasion.”Chen Ning told the truth. He had absolute recognition of Keke Junzhu's strength. She was a sixth-tier magnetite at the age of 20. She could be considered a genius in the Xuantian Continent. However, Chen Ning did not think much of the songs she played. In the world that Chen Ning lived in in his previous life, he had heard all kinds of beautiful songs. Naturally, he was not interested in the plain songs played by Keke Junzhu.
However, Chen Ning was not sure if it was just a coincidence or if it was Chen Ning's bad luck. Just as he said that Princess Keke's song was average, Princess Keke's song had just finished playing. Chen Ning's voice, which was originally covered by the zither's music, disappeared as the zither's music and the song disappeared. Everyone heard it clearly. Instantly, the entire hall was in an uproar, and everyone turned to look at Chen Ning.
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