The most important day for the Felder family—the day that would determine their future—arrived without warning, amidst everyone’s excited anticipation.
At this mont, the venue where Larkett Felder was about to hold his engagent banquet was extraordinarily lively.
To welco this grand ceremony, every inch of the estate had been ticulously arranged. Red velvet carpets covered the ground, while gold-rimd lanterns and hand-carved stone statues lined both sides of the path leading to the main venue, creating the atmosphere of a royal garden. Massive crystal lamps floated in the air, emitting a soft and warm light that harmonized perfectly with the surrounding gold leaf decorations and the oil paintings hanging on the magical pillars. The interior of the venue was adorned with rows of white roses and blue larkspur that released a faint fragrance. At the center stood a magnificent ceremonial platform, with the floor inlaid with exquisite mosaics that glead with dazzling luster...
Not only was it lively, but a powerful pressure also perated the venue. After all, many top experts, including Holy Lord Yaohuaba and Dark Demon Clan leader Heinotim, had already arrived.
Although these Lv9 powerhouses hadn’t released their power, a Lv9 was still a Lv9... Their re presence brought an invisible, terrifying pressure to everyone. Many servants of the Felder family involuntarily felt a sense of oppression. However, facing such pressure, Taro, as the head of the Felder family, felt no displeasure or discomfort—quite the opposite, he grew increasingly delighted.
"This scene is perfect!" After adjusting his attire, Taro prepared to step forward and greet those top experts of the Source Star Universe. His goal couldn’t be clearer—to curry favor with these powerhouses and establish good relationships with them, striving to secure as many powerful backers as possible for the Felder family!
However, just as Taro was ntally rehearsing his welcoming speech, the clan leader suddenly frowned.
His gaze quickly swept across the venue, and after confirming that several figures had not appeared, Taro’s expression grew solemn. He abruptly turned to look at the blonde middle-aged woman behind him—the Fourth Elder of the Felder family, Latina.
"Where’s Entini? And what about Mina’s parents? Why aren’t they here?"
Faced with Taro’s question, Latina didn’t dare delay and hurriedly contacted the manager of the northern pavilion.
However, as the manager’s reply reached her ears, Latina’s expression beca serious.
"Master, Entini has... disappeared... and Mina’s parents have also... also disappeared."
"WHAT?!" Hearing this, Taro’s brows suddenly locked together as he flashed directly in front of Latina and grabbed her by the neck.
"What do you an? Disappeared? At this ti? What exactly happened?!"
"I... I don’t really know, Master."
"Then go find out imdiately!"
"Yes!"
"Wait!"
"Hmm?"
"Where’s Mina?"
Taro hurriedly asked. The sudden disappearance of Mina’s parents made Taro’s mind flood with an unsettling guess. Mina’s parents were gone? Did that an Mina was gone too?!
If one of the main characters of the engagent banquet just disappeared, wouldn’t their Felder family beco a laughingstock?
Fortunately, Taro’s worry did not beco reality.
"As for Mina, she’s still in the preparation room, getting her final makeup done. She hasn’t disappeared."
"Phew... that’s good."
Latina’s news was like a reassuring pill, slightly calming Taro’s anxiously pounding heart.
"Keep a close eye on Mina. Nothing can go wrong on her end, even though the death soul worm has already been implanted in her body, we can’t be careless."
"Yes."
"As for Entini and Mina’s parents, send people to search for them imdiately! But rember, don’t cause too much commotion. Be discreet, don’t let the guests notice. Also, once you’ve assigned the task, co back quickly. You’ll take Entini’s place and accompany ."
"Yes, Master."
After bowing respectfully, Latina imdiately disappeared with several servants, surrounded by gray spiritual energy.
"Hmm..."
Looking toward the location of the northern pavilion, Taro’s eyes gradually darkened.
Disappearing at a ti like this? What the hell is going on? Could it be that Miss ngxi wants to cause trouble? Hmph, inexperienced little girl, do whatever you want. With nurous Lv9 powerhouses here, it’s not your turn to make a scene! ...
anwhile, in the preparation room behind the banquet hall, Larkett, having changed into a new ceremonial robe and finished his makeup with the help of maids, was standing proudly in front of the mirror, admiring his handso appearance.
"Perfect. This way, I should make a good impression on those guests and not embarrass my master."
The corner of his mouth curved upward as Larkett nodded with satisfaction.
Next, after several maids left the room, Larkett slowly turned to look at the black-haired girl who had been silent for a long ti behind him—Mina, who was about to beco his fiancée.
Now, after the professional styling by the maids, the girl had beco even more alluring.
Her black short hair was neatly trimd with clear contours, highlighting her delicate features and fair skin. She had changed into a azure blue ceremonial dress with a hem that swayed gently in the breeze, shimring like the deep blue of a sumr ocean. The light makeup enhanced her natural beauty, with refined eyebrows, light blush, and just the right amount of eye color making her face more vivid and distinct.
Without a doubt, Mina was now stunningly beautiful.
However, despite her beauty, a trace of unease involuntarily spilled from her pretty face.
After noticing this emotion, Larkett spoke in an unsurprised tone:
"What’s wrong? In the end, you’re still afraid?"
Indeed, that previous composure, that indifferent deanor—it was all an act.
Of course, how could such a young girl remain so calm after learning of her fate?
On the other side, hearing Larkett’s words, Mina tremblingly raised her head, revealing eyes that were slightly moist.
"Can I ask you for a favor?"
"Hmm? What is it?"
"Could you... could you help escape from here when the ti cos?"
"Escape?"
Hearing this, Larkett suddenly frowned.
"What do you an?"
"I... I thought about it carefully, and I... I still don’t want to die like this... I’m begging you, please, please spare . You... you must be different from those people, right? Please, help ."
Mina spoke in an almost pleading, humble tone. Her eyes were filled with fear of death.
She even raised her hand to clutch Larkett’s clothes, repeatedly showing her desperation.
However, faced with such a pitiful young girl, Larkett’s eyes showed not a shred of compassion.
Next, Larkett unceremoniously removed Mina’s hand and coldly said:
"I’m sorry, I can’t help you."
Larkett’s refusal was rciless.
Originally, Larkett had so resistance to the practice of using a girl’s life to give birth to an heir, and even had so sympathy for Mina.
But after learning that by doing this, he would officially beco a level 9’s disciple and the family would flourish, Larkett extinguished the only kindness in his heart.
A girl’s life in exchange for the family’s future? Too worth it.
"You should feel honored. A commoner girl like you can actually beco the wife of our Felder family. Trading death for honor? Isn’t that a good deal? Your child will beco the heir of the Felder family in the future, and your family will prosper from this."
"But, but..."
"No more buts, just cooperate! Control that whimpering expression of yours. Otherwise, don’t bla for being unkind to your parents."
Pinching Mina’s chin, Larkett warned her sternly.
After being told this, Mina said no more and lowered her head dejectedly.
"Hmph, adjust your state quickly. The ceremony is about to begin. Don’t let see that tearful face again, understand?!"
After finishing his warning, Larkett released his hand, put his hands in his pockets, and walked leisurely toward the door.
"Sigh, I gave you a chance."
?? Hmm?
"Did you just say sothing?"
Suddenly turning his head to look behind him, Larkett asked suspiciously.
However, the black-haired girl remained imrsed in her gloomy emotions, seemingly unwilling to answer Larkett.
About this, Larkett didn’t care much.
"Must be my imagination..."
Muttering to himself, Larkett walked out the door with asured steps.
On the other side, as Larkett left, the sad emotion on Mina’s face instantly vanished, replaced by an indifferent expression. She thoughtfully gazed out the window, looking at the bustling venue.
"How... disappointing... but, it’s also good..."
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