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A soldier shouted loudly, holding his sword and standing aside. Hearing this, the guests all knelt down. Mengdie knelt as well, prompted by Aiya's urging. Then, a man and woman, both around fifty, dressed in ornate clothing, emerged from a passage next to the throne and sat down on it. Judging by the crown on the old man's head, he seemed to be the king of the Silver Moon Kingdom. However, he appeared weary and haggard, almost closing his eyes as if exhausted, as soon as he sat down.
"Coughing at his son's engagement party? Is this old king really capable of governing?" Mengdie wondered internally.
After the king and queen, the one who entered was none other than Edward, the source of Mengdie's aggravation. Wearing a cloak and a crown symbolizing his princehood, Edward sat in the second-tier seat. The seat next to him remained unoccupied.
Next were important ministers and attendants, including Duke. Just when Mengdie thought there was nothing more to see, a face suddenly caught her eye - Dicca! However, what truly shocked her was the old man walking ahead of Dicca, a man in his sixties that Mengdie definitely recognized. Unlike Dicca's frivolity, this stern, sharp-eyed old man left a deeper impression in Mengdie's mind. Her thoughts drifted back to that dark night, in the small woods where she overheard this man secretly meeting with Baiying, a high-ranking member of the Black Flame Snake organization.
Black Flame Snake?! Remembering this name after nearly a month, Mengdie felt a sense of fear. The man who secretly met with a high-ranking member of Black Flame Snake in the woods at night was now standing behind the king. Compared to the exhausted old king, this man's eyes were more piercing, overseeing all the attendees. What did all this mean?
Lost in thought, Mengdie barely listened to the king's opening speech until Nia's tug reminded her to stand up.
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"Aiya, who is that man?" Mengdie asked, pointing at the stern-looking old man.
Aiya shook her head, clueless about the people in the royal city. Mengdie sighed and remained silent.
...Never mind, whatever the conspiracy is, the most important thing is still the necklace. Once I regain my strength, any conspiracy will be useless against me!
After much consideration, Mengdie decided to continue with her plan to retrieve the necklace. She looked around, comparing each girl with Aiya.
Hmm... No problem!
Pleased with herself, Mengdie snapped her fingers secretly.
If it's about looks, Aiya is sure to win! Her personality is also not an issue. The only tricky part is her background and wealth. But with some effort, it might still work. The key is to recommend Aiya before Edward finds a girl he likes!
"My father, I have already decided on my future wife."
Mengdie was about to recommend Aiya when she heard Edward's declaration. Shocked, she looked at him incredulously.
The old king was also surprised, asking, "Edward, who is it? If it's not the princess of the Luweier Empire, I won't acknowledge her!"
The hall fell silent at the king's words, waiting for Edward's response.
Edward stood confidently, saying, "I'm sure, Father! The girl I've chosen is a hundred, a thousand, a million times better than the Luweier Empire's princess. You'll surely like her once you meet her! I will bring her to you now."
As Edward spoke, the guests showed disbelief. Those who attended the auction could guess who it might be, their faces filled with jealousy and dissatisfaction. However, the sharp-eyed old man behind the king showed no change in expression, except for a fleeting cold light in his eyes.
But Mengdie was more concerned about who this idiot had chosen as his wife. She scanned the girls, searching for someone prettier and kinder than Aiya, but found no one.
Who could it be? Who could have ruined my plan?
Frustrated, Mengdie continued her search, unaware that Edward was walking towards her and Aiya.
As Edward approached, the crowd parted, leading straight to the three girls. Everyone's eyes eventually settled on Mengdie.
"Mengdie, come here."
Edward's voice didn't reach Mengdie, who was still preoccupied with finding the "prettier girl." Only when Aiya nudged her and pointed at Edward did she realize he was calling her.
Staring back at Edward, Mengdie felt a chill. Why would he call her at this moment? Could it be... he had chosen her as his future queen?
This ominous premonition overwhelmed Mengdie. She clenched her fists and walked briskly towards Edward along the "path."
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