After Being Blackened All Over the Internet, I Ruled the Military Variety
Chapter 659 - 649: Devil’s Bewitchment

Chapter 659: Chapter 649: Devil’s Bewitchment

"Miss Jiang, please!"

Jiang Lingxi tilted her head to exchange a glance with Changning, then looked at Wei Minmin and Jiang Kaiyuan, who were standing obediently by the side.

The young master not only smiled but was also uncharacteristically approachable this time.

"Are these two friends of Miss Jiang? If so, perhaps they can join us..."

Before he could finish, Wei Minmin hurriedly waved her hand, "No, no, I won’t go up with you. I feel more comfortable staying down here."

Jiang Kaiyuan also timidly nodded.

Although they admired and respected the big shots on the second floor, that was the extent of it. If they were to stay with those big shots, they wouldn’t know where to put their hands and feet.

To avoid making a fool of themselves in front of the big shots, it was better to stay quietly downstairs.

This kind of opportunity should not involve them.

"Sister Xi, let’s go over there." Wei Minmin said as she grabbed Jiang Kaiyuan’s shirt, waving her hand and dragging him away.

Jiang Lingxi: "..."

Anyone would think the second floor was some kind of dragon pool or tiger’s den.

But perhaps it wasn’t impossible.

It’s just as well that these two simpletons didn’t let curiosity lead them to follow her upstairs.

Many people in the banquet hall saw that Jiang Lingxi was invited to the second floor by the heir of the Aibosi family, and for a moment, eyes filled with envy and jealousy could almost pierce her back.

Little did they know that the face of Jiang Lingxi, who had her back to them, showed no excitement, and even the smile on her face gradually faded away.

"I wonder if the young master recognizes a person named Wu Hua."

Aibosi Hemier’s footsteps paused slightly, the movement so subtle it was easily overlooked, "Wu Hua, are they from Hua State? I don’t know many people from Hua State and haven’t heard this name before."

"Then I was presumptuous."

However, Changning, who was following Jiang Lingxi, and Shen Yunqing and Wu Jue, who heard this conversation, suddenly tensed up.

Although the three didn’t communicate, the same thought came into their minds.

Jiang Lingxi couldn’t have asked such a sensitive question without reason. There was only one possibility: there was definitely something wrong with this heir of the Aibosi family.

The second floor was indeed much quieter than the first.

The semi-open lounge had a full range of drinks, snacks, and flowers. From the railing, one could look down at the hall on the first floor, making it an excellent spot for finding peace amid chaos.

"Miss Jiang, please have a seat. My great aunt may come out to chat with you when she has a moment."

"Sure, young master, you can go about your business. No need to stay here."

Aibosi Hemier nodded gentlemanly, turned, and left with large strides.

Jiang Lingxi sat on the couch, and the voices of Shen Yunqing and Changning beside her arose almost simultaneously.

"Your Majesty."

"Sister Xi."

Then both voices paused at the same time.

However, Changning was stopped by Jiang Lingxi’s gaze, while Shen Yunqing paused because she heard Changning.

"Don’t worry, I know what you two want to ask." Jiang Lingxi picked up a golden tangerine from the fruit plate, playing with it as she answered their doubts in a low voice, "I did sense a presence on that heir of the Aibosi family that was somewhat similar to Wu Hua."

The cold was not just superficial but a kind that made her uncomfortable.

Upon closer inspection, the young master’s complexion didn’t look naturally pale but rather a kind of pallor under a low-temperature state.

That’s why, on a whim, she mentioned the name ’Wu Hua’ and watched for his reaction.

She noticed the almost imperceptible pause, and only pretended to be unaware.

After all, if he didn’t admit it, she couldn’t just grab him by the neck and force a confession.

It’s just unspoken understanding.

"I suspect he has had contact with Wu Hua."

"We previously speculated that Wu Hua might have a connection with the Aibosi family, so this Aibosi Hemier could very well be one of Wu Hua’s people."

As soon as Shen Yunqing finished speaking, Changning suddenly spoke up.

"Sister Xi, Guan Yuan!"

Jiang Lingxi looked in the direction Changning indicated.

From the second floor, the view of the first floor was clear, and even some people’s secretive actions were visible.

It was a man in a loose white shirt with hair that was turning somewhat gray, with a temperament that somewhat differed from others present.

At the moment, he was following closely behind a middle-aged beautiful woman in a black evening gown, occasionally glancing around, looking somewhat anxious.

Apparently noticing the gaze, the man suddenly looked up.

He was momentarily stunned, then discreetly shook his head repeatedly.

Jiang Lingxi and Changning both frowned at his reaction.

"Sister Xi, what does he mean by that? Is he warning us there’s a trap, telling us not to intervene?"

"That’s possible. Who’s the person he’s with?"

Changning shook her head, but Wu Jue suddenly spoke up, "Seems to be Mei Shuiqing."

"Mei Shuiqing?" Jiang Lingxi repeated the name, "The mage who previously used Jiang Xiyu to set me up, and then took away Xiao Tao when escaping after backfiring?"

As she spoke, she glanced at the middle-aged beautiful woman, who looked no more than thirty.

Unexpectedly, the woman suddenly looked up and gave a provoking smile, raising her wine glass.

Jiang Lingxi: "...Seems like she’s forgotten the pain after the scars healed."

"If Mei Shuiqing is controlling Guan Yuan, I can handle it. Sister Xi, should I just go down and snatch him away?"

If it were Wu Hua, Changning doubted her chances.

But against Mei Shuiqing, she felt her abilities should handle it with ease.

Jiang Lingxi stared momentarily at Guan Yuan, who kept discreetly warning her not to act rashly, and Mei Shuiqing, with her challenging gaze, then looked back at an eager Changning.

If Wu Hua initially calculated that she would bring Changning as help and used Guan Yuan to separate Changning from her, it must be said that this was a clever move.

But she felt Wu Hua probably had more in store than this.

Mei Shuiqing, seeing Jiang Lingxi’s lack of action, couldn’t help but let out a cold laugh, "So cautious. Let’s go!"

Seeing them about to leave, Jiang Lingxi nodded at Changning.

Changning returned a look of ’mission guaranteed’ and quickly dashed downstairs.

By coincidence, just as Changning left, a door facing the lounge opened, and several notable figures emerged. The last to appear was none other than Aibosi Koli.

Seeing Jiang Lingxi outside, one person was taken aback and asked with a smile, "Miss Jiang, why are you alone here?"

"The young master said the second floor is quiet, so he brought me to find some peace."

"Where is the young master?"

"There are so many distinguished guests downstairs. It’s not proper for him to personally accompany."

"Out of the dozens showcased today, Miss Jiang was the most impressive model to me."

The person greeting Jiang Lingxi looked back at the suddenly speaking Aibosi Koli.

It was rare for him to praise a junior.

But soon, something more surprising happened.

"I would like to have a private conversation with this Miss Jiang."

Understanding the subtle hint, everyone quickly took their leave.

Soon, the small lounge was left with only Jiang Lingxi and Aibosi Koli, standing quietly facing each other.

"What is it you wish to say to me?"

"It was at my instruction that Hemier invited Miss Jiang up, but not entirely at my behest." Aibosi Koli took a deep breath, "I ask Miss Jiang to save Hemier; he’s been tempted by a demon!"

Jiang Lingxi: "..."

Who can tell her what kind of plot this is now!