“Hahaha, Your Highness the Crown Prince, we are late.”
At that moment, a hearty voice came from the entrance.
Soon after, a handsome middle-aged man in his forties walked into the venue. “I was overseeing the construction of the canal earlier, so I am late. I beg the Crown Prince to forgive me.”
The Crown Prince stood up and smiled at the man, “Patriarch Situ, there’s no need to be so formal. Building the canal is for the benefit of the people, and since you were following the Princess’s orders to oversee it, I certainly won’t blame you.”
“Haha, as long as the Crown Prince doesn’t blame me.”
As the Patriarch of the Situ Family spoke, he stepped aside to reveal a handsome young man behind him.
“Owen Situ, greet His Highness the Crown Prince,” the Patriarch instructed the young man.
At this, everyone’s eyes in the room simultaneously fell on the young man.
“So this is Owen Situ, the beloved son of the Patriarch?”
“Indeed, a young talent. So young, yet already in the Transforming Realm.”
The crowd murmured among themselves. Compared to someone like Lu Can, Owen Situ’s main advantage was the higher status of the Situ Family over the Lu Family, making him more noticeable.
“Owen Situ greets the Crown Prince.”
Owen Situ, with graceful demeanor, cupped his hands toward the Crown Prince.
The Crown Prince also smiled, “Hmm, Young Master Situ is truly a fine talent.”
Saying this, the Crown Prince gestured invitingly, “Patriarch Situ, please take a seat.”
The Patriarch of the Situ Family cupped his hands toward Terra Su and was about to lead Owen Situ to their seats.
Just then, Owen Situ suddenly noticed Gu Qianyin sitting in the center of the venue.
“Eh, Qianyin, what are you doing here?” Owen Situ was extremely surprised. Ever since he returned from Clear River City last time, he had visited Star Luan Gate several times to find Gu Qianyin, but was always told she wasn’t there. Owen Situ naturally guessed that Gu Qianyin was still with Terra Su, which infuriated him.
Now, seeing Gu Qianyin at the Crown Prince’s yacht banquet, Owen Situ was astonished.
“Qianyin, when did you come to Anyang City? Why didn’t you tell me?”
As he spoke, Owen Situ’s feet moved involuntarily toward Gu Qianyin.
Reaching Gu Qianyin’s side, Owen Situ’s peripheral vision caught sight of someone sitting next to her, but he paid no attention, not even sparing a glance. He waved dismissively, as if shooing away a fly, “Move, this seat is mine now.”
Owen Situ had an air of confidence, believing that no young person in Anyang City could match his family background and talent, so they would surely obey him.
However, to Owen Situ’s surprise, the person remained seated firmly, showing no intention of moving.
“What, didn’t you hear me?” Owen Situ frowned, already feeling displeased.
When he finally turned his gaze and saw who it was, his expression darkened completely, “Oh, it’s you again, kid!”
“Didn’t I warn you last time to stop dreaming about things beyond your reach and stay away from Qianyin?” Owen Situ glared at Terra Su, unable to hide his anger. This kid dared to continue pestering Gu Qianyin, ignoring his warning?
At this moment, Owen Situ didn’t bother to think about why Terra Su was at the Crown Prince’s banquet. His heart was filled with rage toward Terra Su.
“Kid, now, immediately, stay away from Qianyin!” Owen Situ commanded. If it weren’t for the fact that this was the Crown Prince’s banquet, he would have already beaten Terra Su.
Ugh!
Could it be?
Another one opposing Terra Su?
Everyone present was on edge. After the incident with Ma Rongtian earlier, they knew Terra Su was not someone to be trifled with. Now, Owen Situ was treating Terra Su with the same attitude as Ma Rongtian, who knew how Terra Su would react?
“Are you sure you want to sit in my seat?”
To everyone’s surprise, Terra Su didn’t react as aggressively as before. Instead, he smiled and asked in return.
“Of course.”
Owen Situ replied arrogantly, confident that Terra Su would be afraid of him. After all, he was just a country bumpkin from Clear River City; what could he possibly use to compete with him?
“If you insist on sitting, then have it.”
Terra Su shrugged and surprisingly stood up easily, giving up the seat.
Pfft…
The crowd almost burst out laughing. Wasn’t Terra Su’s behavior too inconsistent? He had been so harsh with Ma Rongtian earlier, but now with Owen Situ, he suddenly became so accommodating.
Could it be that Ma Rongtian’s status was lower than Owen Situ’s?
No, that’s impossible. Not to mention Ma Rongtian was Grandmaster Huang’s disciple, he was also a second-grade alchemist, a status that could easily overshadow Owen Situ.
This was something Owen Situ didn’t know about the earlier events; otherwise, he wouldn’t have dared to treat Terra Su like this.
Not to mention others, even Gu Qianyin found it unbelievable. Terra Su was not someone who would easily back down. What was he thinking?
“Let’s go.”
At this moment, Terra Su said to Gu Qianyin.
Gu Qianyin immediately understood, stood up, her face slightly flushed, and followed Terra Su step by step.
Seeing this, Owen Situ almost spat out blood. Why did he want Terra Su’s seat? Wasn’t it to sit next to Gu Qianyin? But now Gu Qianyin left with Terra Su, rendering the seat useless to him.
“This kid is unbelievably lucky.”
Others were green with envy. Not only did the Crown Prince treat Terra Su with such respect, but even the stunning beauty was so obedient to him. It was infuriating.
“Kid, let Qianyin stay. You have no right to sit with her!”
Owen Situ shouted angrily.
“I’m not her keeper, I can’t decide for her.”
Terra Su replied with a faint smile, “Why don’t you ask her if she’s willing to stay and sit with you?”
“No, I’m not.”
Before Owen Situ could say anything, Gu Qianyin decisively replied. She had long been fed up with Owen Situ’s persistence and couldn’t wait to shake him off.
Instantly, Owen Situ’s face turned as dark as a pot lid, while Terra Su casually shrugged, “See, she doesn’t want to sit with you at all.”
Saying this, Terra Su went to sit at a table in the back, with Gu Qianyin sitting beside him.
This scene once again sparked envy and jealousy among countless people.
Gu Qianyin ignored the gazes of others and asked Terra Su in a low voice, “Why did you suddenly become so accommodating? Owen Situ asked you to give up your seat, and you did?”
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