Chapter 924: The Banquet
Rhode wasn’t surprised that Shane organized this banquet. After all, the rchants in Highland City had to be reassured after witnessing the series of ghastly murders that occurred the past few days. Although Shane didn’t need to rely on these rchants to increase his fortune, he could use this opportunity to showcase his authority and control of the city. On the other hand, the rchants would be comforted and wouldn’t spread words that would impact Shane’s position.
But it was the ssage that Shane had gotten the soldier to pass on to Rhode that was amusing.
In fact, the Seren Trade Association existed. After Rhode had gotten Gillian to set up the intelligence network, he dispatched n to the Country of Light and established a small-scale and low-profile trade association that transacted on daily necessities like food. All mbers were basically locals and apart from Gillian spreading words that there was an incredibly beautiful young lady rchant leading the trade association, generally no one had ever seen Rhode’s face. Of course, this was also for the sake of convenience. In private, Seren Trade Association was actually responsible for gathering intelligence spreading within the Country of Light and they would communicate them to Gillian. Gillian would filter the content and inform Rhode of their findings. Therefore, Rhode wasn’t concerned if anyone would look up the Seren Trade Association because it existed. Now that several rchants from the Country of Light had arrived at Highland City, it wouldn’t be astonishing if any of them who had transacted with the Seren Trade Association were to greet him.
But the problem was... ‘Miranda’ didn’t have many friends.
So what did Shane an by that ssage?
Could it be that Shane found out Rhode’s true identity and was about to take actions during the banquet? He must be out of his mind if he did.
No matter what, Rhode wouldn’t break his promise.
Because any conspiracies were aningless.
Night fell shortly after.
Bright, dazzling torches erected around the Alanic manor illuminated every corner. Armored soldiers guarded the entrance and scanned every carriage for security asures. rchants headed out of their carriages and conversed casually while savoring the delicious food and indulging in the lodious tunes of musical instrunts. The entire hall was like a long-awaited, dreamy paradise.
This was a rare opportunity for the rchants to relax themselves. After all, they were deeply affected by the murder incidents. They couldn’t be blad since they weren’t soldiers or rcenaries. Besides, things would be troubleso if sothing were to happen to them in foreign land. Therefore, they had been exceedingly nervous, but since the murderer was captured, they could finally let their hair down to drink alcohol, talk about business trends, and also butter up the Alanic Family. All in all, the atmosphere was incredibly lively.
While everyone had a great ti, a pitch-black carriage arrived at the entrance of the manor. They turned around curiously and were instantly hooked.
The door opened.
Angelina clad in a black and white maid dress jumped out of the carriage lightly. She was as srizing and elegant as an elf in the night sky. Her smooth, golden long hair bounced in her gentle movents and glowed faintly in the radiance of the bright torches. The white stockings that wrapped her slim legs and black leather boots were extraordinarily eye-catching. In fact, the male rchants were stunned as soon as they witnessed this gorgeous elf. Although Angelina seed like a 13-years-old girl and her body was only beginning to develop, her face displayed the unique charm and allure of a mature woman. This attractiveness blended perfectly with her youthful appearance and set off an unforgettable and contrasting beauty. No matter the male or female rchants, all of them had the urge to drag her into their arms for a tight embrace to fulfill their desires for affections.
A bunch of lowly, filthy animals.
Angelina imdiately sensed the gazes projected onto her. She swept a glance at everyone and let out an inward chuckle. She turned around humbly and extended her hand.
At this mont, another fair, delicate hand extended from the carriage and held onto Angelina’s hand. Then, a slender figure stepped out of the carriage.
“...”
Many rchants instinctively sucked in a deep breath of cold air. If Angelina had srized them before, this young lady could be said to have instantly shone an unprecedented brilliance into their world—she... was the world itself.
Even Angelina lifted her head and gazed at her master proudly.
Rhode wasn’t dressed luxuriously and his outfit could even be considered plain for this occasion—a pitch-black, long-sleeved skirt complented with a suede shawl. But not only did this outfit not lower the attention that he received, but it also accentuated a clean and unconventional elegance. If Angelina was said to be an alluring elf, ‘Miranda’ would be the princess of the night sky—high-class, refined, and a presence who people looked up to. In an instant, the lively music resounding in the manor beca softer as though nothing in the world was comparable to her.
“You’re here, Miss Miranda.”
At this mont, Shane strode forward in large strides and a warm smile. He extended his hand and held onto Rhode’s right hand passionately.
“Welco. I’m delighted to see you. This dress fits perfectly on you, Miss Miranda. You’re truly the most beautiful star of this evening.”
“I’m flattered, Mr. Shane.”
Rhode revealed a bright, graceful smile that dazzled Shane. Then, he quickly used this chance to retract his right hand.
“By the way, I didn’t expect that you’d be able to capture the criminal so quickly and this definitely assures many foreign rchants like myself. I’m impressed that you have so much influence in Highland City, Mr. Shane.”
“Hahaha. I should be the one feeling flattered, Miss Miranda.”
Shane burst into a hearty laughter.
“We’re all rchants and I, as a mber of the Alanic Family, have the duty to ensure the safety of my peers. Highland City is in a bit of a ss right now, but it is only due to the cause of a bunch of clowns. Hmph! Don’t worry, Miss Miranda. Those fools won’t cause us trouble anymore. With the strength of our Alanic Family, not even the overlord of Void Territory will threaten us!”
“Oh?”
A mysterious glint flashed in Rhode’s eyes. He gave a gentle chuckle.
“I’ll leave those concerns in your care then, Mr. Shane.”
“Leave them to , Miss Miranda. I promise that no one will hurt you.”
Shane stooped over for a bow and politely led Rhode into the manor. Angelina followed closely beside Rhode while curiously gazing at her master.
Is he really a man?
Angelina had had this doubt for a long ti. Although Rhode wore a male noble attire when they first t, she didn’t sense any manliness in him. But since everyone said so, she knew that she shouldn’t probe this question. On the other hand, ever since coming to this city with him, the doubt in her mind grew increasingly deeper. At this mont, Rhode was as though a true noblewoman. His etiquette and even presence and grace were that of well-known figures within the dark nobles. Moreover, he had purposely compressed his voice to sound more feminine which made her have serious doubts about his true gender.
It went without saying that Angelina didn’t display her dubious expression. But co to think of it, Rhode most likely would let her have a taste of his strong manliness if she ever raised her doubt. Of course, this would fulfill her secret mission too.
“By the way, Mr. Shane, I heard that my friend is here?”
Rhode asked curiously. He suspected that this was a trap, but it seed like Shane didn’t set up an ambush and there were no signs of Dark Elves anywhere. Could it be that my friends are really here for ? But when did ‘Miranda’ make any friends?
“Ah, yes, Miss Miranda. That young lady only arrived at Highland City this afternoon. She visited and inadvertently spoke about you which is why she knows you’re here. She seems really excited and has been looking forward to eting you.”
Shane gestured to the servant beside him.
“Please invite the young lady over.”
The servant turned around and left imdiately.
Shortly after, Rhode heard hurried footsteps. He turned around and witnessed a long, red-haired young lady in a blue dress scuttling toward him in excitent.
“Long ti no see, Miss Miranda!”
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