Help! The Villainess Trapped in the Beast World's Drama!

Chapter 496: Chapter 479: Shall We Talk in My Palace?

The success or failure of this meeting is not Shen Tang’s primary concern.

This is the first grand online United Meeting hosted by various Empires in recent years, and Shen Tang wants to seize this opportunity to present her true demands.

This is also what she has always wanted to do.

Shen Tang scanned the room, speaking with conviction, ”Today, as leaders from various countries gather together, I have something to say—now the expansion of the polluted lands is an unstoppable trend. Our country has even discovered two precedents for establishing illegal laboratories. There is a great possibility that the expansion is being artificially driven, and these hidden tumors behind the scenes are our true enemies!”

”Beastmen are destined to share the same fate, yet we deplete ourselves in endless internal conflict, giving true enemies an opportunity.”

”I sincerely hope that the major Empires can set aside prejudices, unite, and work together to confront external threats!”

The female voice was calm and steady, yet maintained authority, quickly quieting the restless audience of Beastmen, who listened clearly to every word.

Jia Lan, Lu Xiao, Xue Yinzhou, and Shen Li watched the confident and authoritative female before them, stunningly beautiful and radiant, drawing their eyes unmovingly, with hearts pounding—this was their Female Master, both their most loved and proudest person!

[Ding! Congratulations to the host, Jia Lan affinity +5!]

[Ding! Congratulations to the host, Xue Yinzhou affinity +5!]

[Ding! Congratulations to the host, Lu Xiao affinity +10!]

[Ding! Congratulations to the host, Shen Li affinity +10!]

Tian Hui and Jialouluo looked lovingly at Shen Tang speaking clearly on stage, as if seeing their younger selves, smiles of great satisfaction.

It wasn’t only a mother’s satisfaction with her son’s partner, but also seeing a rising star among Monarchs.

The senior officials from various countries present, listening to the sincere speech of the female, all felt different emotions in their hearts.

This newly appointed Monarch of just over half a year is so young and inexperienced yet possesses more courage and vision than imagined, worthy of admiration.

Shen Tang’s remarks were agreed upon by many national senior officials.

”What the Night Glow Monarch said is right, Beastmen are a shared community of fate, the spread of polluted lands endangers the citizens of all nations, we should stop internal conflict and gather forces to combat pollution creatures!”

Some countries did not express a stance, ”We will also consider this matter carefully and look forward to more cooperation with various countries.”

Only a very few countries aiming for war profits and territorial expansion were indifferent, though they said nothing, remaining silent.

Shen Tang scanned the various Beastmen present, seeing many situations clearly, understanding that promoting the unity of Beastmen against mutant species is not an overnight task.

As long as her speech today can inspire Beastmen from many countries, it will be valuable!

[Congratulations to the host! National morale +10!]

[Congratulations to the host, Monarch prestige +300!]

[Congratulations Monarch prestige reached 2000, awarded title [Highly respected], unlocked new feature: Insight into People!]

[Insight into People details: Allows you to view simplified attributes of key ministers and generals (such as personality, ability values, loyalty level) helping you see the true nature of those around you, distinguishing who can be trusted and who should be watched.]

Listening to the system notifications in her mind, Shen Tang smiled, as the increase of national morale and Monarch prestige is very difficult. Since Night Glow Empire recovered lost territory, she hadn’t seen any gains for a long time, but this time was a lucky hit!

The system’s unlocked new feature [Insight into People] is also very useful, allowing her to identify treacherous ministers and loyal ones, so when encountering people like Fu Teng who are deceitful old liars, there will be no more worries of being deceived.

After the meeting ended, the farce officially concluded.

This time, Rosenia could be said to have lost their gamble, definitely feeling dissatisfied. However, now they are under suspicion, watched by many countries, unlikely to dare make a move in the short term.

Shen Tang also couldn’t confirm whether the experimental base was really constructed by Rosenia, otherwise judging by the Old Emperor and that group of officials’ arrogance, their acting shouldn’t be that good. However, there is certainly a complicated relationship between them.

In terms of economic strength, Rosenia is just an ordinary neighboring country with general comprehensive capabilities, likely unable to construct such a large-scale experimental base, most probably being used as a tool.

The real executioner is still hidden behind the scenes.

”Xiao Tang’er, I have something I want to say to you alone.” Shen Li looked at her, fox-like eyes filled with irresistible deep affection.

Shen Tang pursed her lips, looking at the few Beast Husbands beside her, ”...You all have some time to be busy first, I’ll go speak a few words with Shen Li.”

”Alright, then I’ll return to the Lu Family first, Female Master call upon me if something arises.”

Just as deputy Shu Feng had business with him, Lu Xiao left first.

Xue Yinzhou was somewhat unwilling but was dragged away by Jia Lan.

Shen Tang looked at Shen Li, a bit hesitant, ”Shall we go to my palace?”

Shen Li’s brows arched, thin lips formed into a charming smile, ”I wouldn’t want anything else.”

”...”

As late summer’s lingering heat slowly faded, autumn quietly climbed the branches. The two walked silently together, all the way without words.

The leaves of the roadside landscape trees were already mottled with yellow hues, a cool breeze blew by, and a fallen leaf spun around, gently landing on Shen Tang’s shoulder.

A well-defined hand brushed the leaf away for her, fingertips unintentionally grazing her ear tip, accompanied by a soft sigh, ”Still mad at me?”

Shen Tang halted, turned to look, shaking her head, ”You and I have our own interests, I have no need to be angry for this, besides, if I still really hated you, I wouldn’t...”

A blush appeared on her beautiful face, as enchanting as the sunset in the sky.

Shen Tang coughed lightly, turned away, ”Thank you for coming over this time, you’ve helped me many times, whether past or now.”

Shen Li gazed deeply at her, eyes showing a trace of sorrow, thin lips still carrying a charming smile, ”Xiao Tang’er, the Yiyuan Empire Emperor personally came, but not for you, the expansion of polluted lands threatens everyone.”

He moved closer to her, spoke softly, ”This is cooperation between two Empires, not private matters but official affairs, you don’t need to feel burdened by this.”

”...” Being seen through by this sly fox, Shen Tang’s expression felt unnatural, not refusing his approach, she bowed her head slightly troubled and confused, ”Many people have seen me and you, surely the Yiyuan Empire nobles and ministers know too, how will you handle it.”

Their relationship was not publicly announced, but the nature was similar, any perceptive person could see their relationship was complex.

She had been struggling with this issue all along.

Originally, Shen Tang thought, let them be lovers, she accepted it too! But unexpectedly Shen Li came up with this move, she instead worried for him!

”Does Xiao Tang’er not trust Brother Li?”

Shen Li lightly wrapped her long strand of hair around his fingertip, playing with it, his voice carried faint temptation, ”I’ve not been busy for nothing these days, reverting to ancestral progression to Tenth Rank, though unexpected...”

He leaned close, breath brushing past her ear, ”Yet it is the luckiest opportunity because of you, Xiao Tang’er.”

”You are my luck and also the Empire’s hero, no one dares to speak recklessly.”

Shen Li’s lips curved upward, ”Ten-tailed even more so supersedes Nine-tailed as Venerable King, this time returning, my breakthrough to Ten-tailed has been announced to the world, even if someone is unhappy, they don’t dare openly speak.”

Each step was meticulously planned like a chess game, each move precise, unstoppable.