Proud Goddess Falls in Love with Me
Chapter 697 - 697 657 City Lord's Banquet_1

697: 657 Chapter: City Lord’s Banquet_1 697: 657 Chapter: City Lord’s Banquet_1 By nightfall, Zhan Tianyu, dressed in splendid attire, stood at the entrance gate.

Zhan Tianheng, having finished with the family affairs, also followed him out.

Seeing Gu Xiaosang beside Zhan Tianyu, Zhan Tianheng asked, “Why bring her along to someone else’s banquet?”

“She is, after all, Young Master Lu’s friend, it’s only normal for me to give face, isn’t it?”

Gu Xiaosang smiled proudly, following closely behind Zhan Tianyu.

“All right, but once you’re there, don’t speak out of turn.

The guests at the banquet are all important figures.”

Zhan Tianheng said to Gu Xiaosang.

“I’ve seen plenty of important figures before.

In Dubhe City, who could be more significant than my brother Lu Chuan?”

Gu Xiaosang’s words left Zhan Tianheng speechless and unable to rebut.

Indeed, there weren’t many in the whole of Dubhe City with a hard power greater than Lu Chuan’s.

However, this didn’t mean that Lu Chuan was invincible in Dubhe City.

If a whole family were to unite against Lu Chuan, he wouldn’t be able to withstand it either.

The trio, accompanied by several Zhan family guards, began making their way to the City Lord’s Mansion.

Before reaching the City Lord’s Mansion, they already saw several luxurious carriages heading toward the entrance.

Among them, the Zhu family’s carriage was the most conspicuous.

The entire carriage was made of mahogany, with curtains on both sides of the cabin adorned with jewels, and the frames were even inlaid with gold.

After arriving at the City Lord’s Mansion, Zhu Qingcheng stepped down from the carriage, his eyes sweeping over the other vehicles, revealing a self-satisfied smile.

Among all the carriages, his was the most luxurious.

Those who dismounted were all politely greeting each other, presenting a harmonious and pleasant scene.

But beneath the surface, the struggles between these individuals were far from rare.

To sell face to the City Lord was the only reason they refrained from causing trouble at this place.

Subsequently, the attendees gradually entered the City Lord’s Mansion.

As Zhan Tianyu crossed the threshold, he fleetingly spotted the figure of Guu Lie in the crowd.

However, he didn’t see Zhao Shengyang nearby, nor any signs of anger in Guu Lie; it seemed that he was still unaware of Huang Yueqing’s death.

Once inside the City Lord’s Mansion, in the spacious front courtyard, one could see a pond with rocks, next to which there was an ancient and elegant pavilion, the overall style was grand yet simple.

The City Lord rushed forward to meet the guests as they entered.

“Good evening to all of you.

I’m delighted that everyone has given me, Yang, the honor of their presence.”

“The banquet is about to begin, please take your seats and make yourself at home,” he said with a bright smile that made the atmosphere much more congenial.

Everyone took their seats, and then, one after another, exquisite courses were served.

Next, on a stage set up in advance at the front, dancers whom City Lord Yang had engaged in advance were energetically performing, with musicians nearby playing melodious tunes.

The guests enjoyed the dance while dining on delicious food, experiencing great pleasure.

The table full of delicacies almost made Gu Xiaosang drool, as the food at the Zhan household simply couldn’t compare to such a lavish feast.

She picked up her chopsticks without hesitation and began to feast.

Zhan Tianyu’s gaze periodically shifted to Guu Lie not far away.

As Zhao Shengyang’s figure was nowhere to be seen for some time, he began to feel relieved.

“Third brother, it seems something is weighing on your mind.”

Zhan Tianheng looked at Zhan Tianyu curiously.

“Do you see Guu Lie over there?”

Zhan Tianheng nodded slightly, “Of course, I see him.

He’s the Second Elder of the Sky Martial Sect; who in Dubhe City doesn’t recognize him?”

“And do you know about the Third Elder of their sect?”

“I’ve heard a bit—competent and highly skilled.”

“He’s dead.”

Zhan Tianheng’s eyes suddenly widened, “Who did you say is dead?”

“Huang Yueqing!

He’s been dead for a while!”

“What?

Huang Yueqing is dead?

Who killed him?

When did this happen?”

Zhan Tianheng was somewhat panicked.

Such a person’s death—had it really not shaken the Sky Martial Sect?

“It was Lu Chuan who killed him, right over in Flower City.”

Zhan Tianheng sighed helplessly, “Lu Chuan, he really has offended quite a few people.”

“It wasn’t him who offended the Sky Martial Sect first but the sect who covetted the treasures he possessed, making the first move to lay claim to them.”

“So that is to say, this Lu Chuan really does have quite a number of valuable things on him.”

Zhan Tianyu nodded slightly, “That’s true, he indeed has many valuable items, but these also contribute to the source of his strong abilities.”

“This Guu Lie, temporarily unaware of Huang Yueqing’s death, hasn’t made his move against Lu Chuan yet.”

“If he comes to know, I’m afraid it will inevitably lead to a big battle.”

Zhan Tianheng immediately frowned with worry, stroking his chin in deep thought.

“This problem seems very serious.

Lu Chuan has offended the Lu family, the Lin family, and even the Sky Martial Sect.

Isn’t everyone in Dubhe City his enemy?”

“Of course there are, our Zhan family.”

Zhan Tianheng let out a wry smile, “Our Zhan family…”

“Never mind that, who told him to be our father’s life-saving benefactor?

Let’s not dwell on these things.”

While everyone was enjoying the feast, City Lord Yang’s daughter came out.

The moment she stepped out, the whole venue was buzzing with conversation.

What they were discussing was nothing more than how beautiful and talented the City Lord’s daughter was, although most of what they said was neither true nor sincere.

“Thank you all for coming to support my event today.

I hope everyone has a good meal and a good time,” said the City Lord’s daughter softly.

Although her appearance was ordinary, that did not impede the fervent praise from the crowd below.

While the mansion was lively.

At the entrance, a figure silently arrived.

Zhao Shengyang rode back as fast as he could.

He tied his horse to a nearby post.

At this moment, having not slept for a day and a night and weary from the back and forth travel, he was utterly exhausted in body and mind.

But the raging fury in his heart made him disregard these physical burdens.

He walked toward the main gate.

The guard stopped him and questioned, “Do you have an invitation?”

“Step aside!

I have urgent news to report.

If you delay me and something goes wrong, can you bear the responsibility?”

“What news could be more important than the City Lord’s daughter’s birthday party?”

The guard’s attitude was just as firm.

Zhao Shengyang spoke in a cold voice, “The news I need to report concerns Lu Chuan.

Doesn’t that qualify as important?

Have you forgotten why the Lu Manor was destroyed?”

The two guards exchanged glances but still did not intend to let him pass.

Left with no choice, Zhao Shengyang had to produce the Sky Martial Sect Disciple token.

“I am a direct disciple of Guu Lie.

Do I not qualify to enter?”

Seeing this, the two guards stepped aside to let him through.

“You should have shown this from the start, no?”

After the guards let him pass, Zhao Shengyang hurried into the City Lord’s Mansion.

He was furiously striding toward the crowd.

“Master!

I have urgent news to report to you!”

Zhao Shengyang shouted loudly, walking toward Guu Lie.

All the people at the venue had their attention drawn by this exclamation and turned their heads to look.

Guu Lie, upon hearing this, also quickly looked towards Zhao Shengyang and asked, “Why have you come here?

Have you found out the result from your investigation in Flower City?”

“Master, Uncle Master was indeed on Peach Flower Ridge, but by the time I found him, he had been murdered and buried in the ground!!”