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Chapter 1257: Chapter 1255: Feileke’s Wrath (14 more Chapters to make up)

At this moment, the sound of solemn morning bells resonated outside the palace. Soon after, Queen Eliza of Country Y entered, adorned in a pristine white royal gown, a crown upon her head, and a scepter in hand. Despite being over fifty, she radiated elegance and grandeur, exuding an air of supreme dignity that commanded awe and respect.

Beside her was a young woman dressed in a white princess gown. She wore white gloves on her dainty hands, and her exquisite features seemed like a masterpiece crafted by nature itself.

Her fair skin, graceful figure, and noble demeanor were further complemented by a faint air of youthful innocence. This was none other than today’s protagonist, the royal Princess Shava, celebrating her coming-of-age ceremony.

Following behind the queen and princess were three elderly men clad in ornate attire. Their hair was silver, their expressions somber, and they exuded an imposing presence. These were the three grand dukes of the royal family, second only to the queen and princess in rank and authority, one of whom was Philip.

Among them was also a young figure, none other than Jess—the grandson of one of the grand dukes. He was the same young man from Country Y who had previously accompanied Ye Yaxin’s younger brother to Tianhai, only to return hastily upon encountering Fei Xuelin.

”Princess Shava is beautiful, isn’t she?”

Fei Xuelin smiled faintly at Xiao Yifeng.

”Indeed, the princess is truly beautiful!”

Xiao Yifeng nodded with an appreciative glint in his eyes.

”So, do you have any thoughts about her?”

Fei Xuelin teased, her tone filled with subtle meaning.

”No, I’m not that desperate. It’s not like I go after every beautiful woman I meet.”

Xiao Yifeng shrugged and replied nonchalantly.

Queen Eliza and Princess Shava then took their seats at the central position, while the three grand dukes sat on either side of them.

”Welcome, everyone, and thank you for attending my daughter Shava’s eighteenth birthday and coming-of-age ceremony tonight!”

Queen Eliza addressed the gathered crowd with a dignified opening speech.

”Tonight, I hope you all eat and drink to your heart’s content. Let us all accompany Shava in celebrating this most significant evening of her life!”

Eliza warmly encouraged the attendees.

”Congratulations to Princess Shava on coming of age! She is sure to inherit the queen’s grace and poise in the future!”

The gathered nobles showered Shava with compliments, causing her cheeks to flush slightly, clearly a bit shy from all the praise.

”Thank you for your kind words. Let’s raise a toast!”

Eliza lifted her glass of wine, her voice mingling with the clink of glasses in celebration.

Soon after, the guests began presenting the gifts they had meticulously prepared for Shava as tokens for her coming-of-age ceremony.

”Shava, this crystal pendant was specially prepared for you. I hope you like it!”

Jess stepped forward, presenting a shimmering crystal pendant to Shava.

”Thank you!”

Shava responded graciously with a polite nod of thanks.

”Today, in honor of Princess Shava’s coming-of-age ceremony, I represent the Saint Hall to extend our congratulations to her and present a long-lost treasure of the royal family—the White Jade Crown—as her gift.”

Adolf stood up and, with a dramatic gesture, revealed an intricately carved White Jade crown in his hand—a highly significant artifact that had been missing from the Country Y royal family for over a century.

”The legendary White Jade Crown has been found!”

The sight of the crown drew astonished murmurs and awe-stricken expressions from Eliza and many others present.

”Your efforts are much appreciated. Please convey my heartfelt gratitude to the Lord of the Saint Hall!”

Queen Eliza addressed Adolf graciously.

”Of course. The Saint Hall and the royal family will always share a strong friendship.”

Adolf smiled faintly.

”Hmph!”

Witnessing this, Charles’s expression turned grim. The Blood Clan had long been enemies of the Saint Hall. Considering that the Blood Clan’s main stronghold was also in Country Y, the alliance between the Saint Hall and the royal family was an implicit threat that could suppress and disadvantage the Blood Clan.

In response, Charles hastily presented a meticulously prepared gift, but it was nowhere near as symbolic or significant as the White Jade Crown provided by Adolf.

Following this, Fei Xuelin offered a rare sapphire necklace as a gift to Princess Shava.

”Oh? Xuelin, who is this gentleman by your side?”

At this moment, Queen Eliza’s gaze fell upon Xiao Yifeng, her eyes sparkling with curiosity.

With Eliza’s question, the eyes of everyone in the palace turned toward Xiao Yifeng. His distinctly Asian features and casual attire, lacking the demeanor of a noble scion, made him an object of speculation and intrigue. Meanwhile, Adolf and Flotte glared at Xiao Yifeng with eyes full of icy killing intent.

”Your Majesty, this is my man.”

Fei Xuelin replied composedly, her tone calm yet firm.

At Fei Xuelin’s declaration, the entirety of the audience, including Queen Eliza, displayed looks of astonishment.

”Miss Xuelin, are you certain?”

Queen Eliza questioned again, still in disbelief.

”I am certain.”

Fei Xuelin nodded confidently.

”Sir, would you mind introducing yourself?”

Eliza’s gaze landed on Xiao Yifeng, her curiosity clearly piqued.

”My name is Xiao Yifeng, from China, and I am Fei Xuelin’s man.”

Xiao Yifeng answered bluntly.

”Xiao Yifeng!”

The moment Philip heard the name, a sharp gleam flashed in his eyes. Upon realizing that Xiao Yifeng was from China, his expression darkened, and an unspoken fury burned in his gaze.

The individual who had killed Philip’s grandson, Philip, was reportedly a Chinese man named Xiao Yifeng. It was evident this was the very same person.

Confronted with the murderer of his grandson standing before him, Philip’s killing intent surged uncontrollably. Overcome with rage, he abruptly stood and pointed at Xiao Yifeng, bellowing:

”You damned Chinese brat, you killed my grandson Philip! Today, I will have your life in return!”

Philip’s outcry startled everyone present, drawing their attention to him.

”Philip, what are you doing?”

Queen Eliza frowned and addressed Philip, disapprovingly.

”Your Majesty, my grandson was killed by this little punk yesterday! I ask that Your Majesty grant justice for my grandson’s death!”

Philip bowed to Queen Eliza in deference, pleading for her intervention.

”What? Is this true? Philip is dead?”

Shock flickered in Queen Eliza’s eyes as she processed the news.

”Yes, and it was this boy who murdered him!”

Philip pointed at Xiao Yifeng, his voice as cold as ice.

”What’s going on here?”

Queen Eliza’s stern gaze locked onto Xiao Yifeng, demanding an explanation.

”I did kill Philip, but it was nothing more than him bringing it upon himself. He had malicious intentions toward a friend of mine, even drugging her in secret. Killing him was letting him off too easily!”

Xiao Yifeng’s voice was icy and unapologetic.

”You...”

Philip’s face turned beet red with fury at Xiao Yifeng’s words. Anger and humiliation overwhelmed him.

”Seize him!”

Philip bellowed, and immediately, a group of guards charged into the room, brandishing weapons and surrounding Xiao Yifeng.