Chapter 139: All Walks of Life

From the moment Lifier entered the venue, countless gazes were instantly drawn to her, unable to look away. "What’s wrong? These people are acting so strangely!" Lifier looked around, puzzled.

"That’s because you are too beautiful," Ye Tian said softly. "Am I?" Lifier smoothed out her snow-white dress. "Do you think I look good?" "I wish it were snowing right now," Ye Tian sighed.

"Why?" Lifier asked curiously. "Because then I would see a beautiful fairy in the snow," Ye Tian said with a grin. "Hmph, smooth talker!" Lifier’s mood instantly improved, and a powerful aura radiated from her, making people afraid to look directly at her.

"Lifier! Lifier!" Someone called out from the side. Lifier turned her head to see it was Julie. "Over here, over here!" Julie waved her little hand happily, while Comania stood beside her with a look of resignation.

"Wow, so beautiful!" Julie took Lifier’s hand and said, "Just like a snow fairy." "You look just as lovely." It was only then that Lifier noticed Julie had changed into a fiery red evening gown, draped with a white shawl. "Why the change in style?"

"Someone recommended it!" Julie shot a playful glance at Ye Tian, who immediately turned his head away. "Hmm, you look much more alluring. Tell me, have you set your sights on someone?" Lifier whispered.

"I won't tell you, since you didn't tell me either!" Julie pouted her cute lips, making her look irresistibly adorable. "Wow, duck lips!" Lifier reached out and pinched Julie’s pouting mouth.

"Mr. Gray," Comania greeted with a smile. "Miss Comania looks very beautiful today!" Ye Tian smiled at the maid. She wasn't wearing her usual maid outfit, but a form-fitting gown that made her look stunning.

"You flatter me, Mr. Gray." Comania glanced at Ye Tian. "Mr. Gray, did you style Miss Lifier’s hair?" "Yes, how is it?" "Beautiful!" Comania’s eyes sparkled.

"Wait, Lifier, your hairstyle is so pretty! Who did it? Gray, your butler?" Julie finally noticed Lifier’s hair, and upon closer inspection, she was struck by its beauty.

"Is it really that pretty?" Lifier reached up and touched a thick braid. "Gray, why did you braid my hair again?" she whispered. "Hmm, I never realized braids could look so good!" Julie’s eyes shimmered. "Have your butler do mine next time!"

"Respected Miss Lifier, Miss Julie, it’s been a long time. You both look stunning today!" A group of elegantly dressed young noblemen surrounded them. Ye Tian smiled and stepped back, giving them space.

"Miss Lifier, your hair is truly magnificent—noble yet playful, it’s intoxicating!" "Miss Julie, your gown is heart-stopping! By the way, it would be even more perfect if you took off that shawl," the group chimed in one after another.

Lifier’s face twitched; she truly disliked such situations, but since her father hadn't come, she had to fight this battle alone. Fortunately, Julie was well-versed in this, and she held Lifier’s hand, easily parrying the surrounding flattery.

"Let’s go get something to eat," Ye Tian said to Comania. "But..." the maid looked toward her mistress. "What, do you have no confidence in Miss Julie?" Ye Tian chuckled. "No, it’s just that I’m worried Miss Julie won’t be able to find us."

"Don’t be silly. Bringing some food over will be enough to dismiss these people," Ye Tian said. "Really?" Comania didn't like these idle playboys who did nothing but drink and chase women either. "Let’s go, watch me!"

Ye Tian fetched some cake on a delicate plate—something girls loved. Unsure if Lifier liked the other items, he didn't grab them. He then took a glass of red wine and walked toward the two young ladies still being bombarded by the crowd.

Suddenly, the scene became restless. A stout, big-eared noble walked in with a beautiful young girl, accompanied by a handsome young man. Ye Tian recognized the handsome youth—it was Nick. It seemed the host of the evening had arrived.

"Welcome, everyone!" Prince Gistak walked to the podium with a smile. The girl beside him looked at him, then let go of his arm with a smile. "Welcome, guests. I am very happy that you could attend the banquet I hosted. Alas, I am getting old, and I don't pay much attention to these things anymore, so please do not be disappointed!"

The crowd let out kind-hearted laughter. Ye Tian’s lips curled into a sneer, his eyes filled with disdain. "Today’s banquet is simple: I just missed my old friends, so I wanted everyone to gather and chat about the good old days. As for the rest, I’ll leave it to the young people!" Everyone laughed again.

"Don't be constrained, enjoy yourselves!" Prince Gistak took a bottle of champagne from a maid, shook it hard, and—pop! The cork flew off, and foam sprayed everywhere!

The party immediately reached its climax. The young people began their maneuvers, launching offensives toward the girls they had their eyes on, all striving for a wonderful night. Ye Tian noticed a figure in a gray cloak standing near Gistak, though he vaguely caught a glimpse of a flash of white light.

"White clothing... I feel like I've seen it somewhere." Ye Tian couldn't recall at the moment. Just then, Nick spotted Lifier and Julie and rushed over.

"Lifier, you’re back!" Nick said enthusiastically. As soon as the other young noblemen saw the main rival arrive, they wisely stepped aside, leaving only Julie and Lifier. "Yo, you only have eyes for Lifier? Did you not even see me?" Julie pouted playfully.

"Miss Julie, you look very beautiful today." As a noble, etiquette was never lacking. "Is that so? Do I really look that good?" Julie twirled happily, like a blooming red rose.

"Yes, I guarantee it. I never expected you to change your style, Miss Julie; it’s truly enchanting." After saying this, Nick’s eyes landed on Lifier, and he paused for a moment before saying excitedly, "Lifier, you look so beautiful today!"

"Thank you!" Lifier said politely, then turned to Nick. "Someone is looking for you; we should step away for a moment." With that, she pulled Julie away quickly. Seeing them leave, the remaining ladies and socialites immediately swarmed Nick, bombarding him with questions.

Helpless, Nick had to deal with the situation at hand. Lifier and Julie reached Ye Tian and Comania smoothly. "Miss, would you like to eat?" Ye Tian smiled and offered the cake he was holding.

"Hmph, you only think about food. Are you a pig?" Lifier was in a bad mood; she snatched the plate from Ye Tian and began eating the delicious cake. "Miss, would you like some?" Comania offered her own plate.

"Why not? To be honest, I am quite hungry!" Julie wasn't one to stand on ceremony; she took the plate from Comania and began eating. "I’ll step away for a moment. Take care of yourself," Ye Tian’s voice was as soft as a mosquito’s hum, but Lifier heard him clearly.

Nodding, Ye Tian flashed away with a smile and disappeared. By then, Nick had shaken off the socialites and was walking toward Lifier. "Hehe, he’s all yours. Anyway, he’s not my type!" Julie betrayed her friend without hesitation and slipped away. "Julie!"

"Miss Lifier, may I have this dance?" Nick asked with a smile, extending his hand. "My apologies, I am a bit tired and don't feel like dancing," Lifier refused. "Very well, do rest then. I will go get you some drinks." Nick bowed and turned to go.

"That hateful Gray!" Lifier scanned the surroundings, but there was no sign of Ye Tian. She didn't know where he had died off to. She ate her cake bitterly, cursing him in her heart. "Achoo!" Ye Tian sneezed and felt annoyed. "Who’s thinking about me for no reason?"

Ye Tian moved lightly, happily eating delicious food while carefully observing the guests. He realized that a large portion of these people were not pure nobles; several of them were clearly nouveau riche.

"I didn't expect the host of the banquet to enjoy associating with all sorts of riffraff!" Ye Tian watched a bear-like man nearby. It looked like he hadn't eaten in a month; the chef in front of him looked like he was about to cry.

"Mercenaries?" Ye Tian narrowed his eyes and scanned the room. For a grand Prince’s estate to employ mercenaries—it seemed this guy was planning something big. "Strange." Ye Tian had learned from Leixi that Prince Gistak was a timid and cautious man who wouldn't do anything so obvious without absolute certainty.

"What exactly is going on?" Ye Tian couldn't grasp the thread. Was it these riffraff? He looked around the hall. "Doesn't look like it!" His intuition told him that while these people were involved, they weren't the core. The true support behind this Prince must be someone else!

"Who could it be?" Ye Tian had no clue. He moved slowly through the noisy hall, surrounded by flattery. "What does he want with these people, or why is he trying to win them over?" Ye Tian felt even more frustrated.

Gradually, Ye Tian slipped outside. Compared to the interior, it was quiet, but that didn't mean it wasn't lively. A quick glance revealed at least three couples getting intimate in the corners, and one man had even pinned a woman against a tree, doing the deed right there in the open.

"I’m dizzy!" Ye Tian turned his head away. He wasn't unfamiliar with such bold public encounters—he had seen plenty in his youth—but he hadn't expected to see a group of hypocritical nobles doing this in the shadows of the garden.

"Let’s change the scenery." Ye Tian turned to leave but suddenly noticed something odd about the couple. He felt like he had seen the woman before. Right, wasn't she one of Prince Gistak’s daughters, someone named Nave? "Interesting!" Ye Tian observed closely. The man thrusting away wasn't a stranger either, as his white clothing was visible. "It’s him!"

Ye Tian suddenly remembered the gray-robed figure standing by the Prince. It was him. Ye Tian was a bit far off; he could see their features, but he couldn't hear their voices. However, that wasn't a problem for him. Looking around, Ye Tian jumped down.

Silent as a falling leaf, Ye Tian’s movement technique was unmatched. Landing nimbly, he walked over slowly. The couple in the woods was completely immersed in lust, unaware of his arrival.

"Let's see what they're chatting about!" Ye Tian thought with a grin. He darted forward and hid behind a chair nearby. Taking a deep breath, he rested his arms on the chair and slowly suppressed his aura. In the dim moonlight, even if someone passed by, they wouldn't necessarily notice him.

"Lord Jeral, you’re so amazing!" Nave gasped, her body tightly entwined with the man. "Princess Nave, you’re so tight, I can’t hold back anymore!" The man gasped and thrust harder.

"Go on, go on!" The woman’s panting was like a lethal poison, exciting the man beyond measure. "Lord Jeral, am I good?" Nave clung to the man’s neck, asking with a smile.

"Needless to say, Princess Nave is the best woman I have ever met!" The man continued thrusting without pause. The woman beneath him was like a poisonous fruit—though toxic, its intoxicating scent made him unable to pull away. He was deeply intoxicated, each of her soft moans acting as encouragement, making him unable to stop.

"Lord Jeral, go on!" Nave’s moans grew louder. Fortunately, there was no one around, though even if there were, they would likely have walked away—these young ladies and masters had long since learned that some things didn't need a reminder.

"Lord Jeral, do you think the Church will send Paladins?" Nave gasped, trying to keep up with the man. "They will. When I left, the Pope had already made the arrangements. As long as the order is given, a hundred Paladins will set out to help you!" the man gasped.

"Really? That’s wonderful! With the Church’s help, we will surely succeed!" Nave panted. "Of course. Let me tell you secretly: before I left, the Pope gave me a scroll of Light, which supposedly contains a Forbidden Spell. So, even if that idiot Prince sends his ten thousand Imperial Guards, I’ll make sure they never return!" The man panted. "I can't... I can't anymore!" He let out a loud roar and collapsed onto Nave.

"Lord Jeral, you’re so strong!" Nave’s eyes were filled with seduction. She lifted her leg, took off her underwear, wiped herself, and tossed them aside. "You should go back first. Don't let anyone see you. I’ll go in after a while," the man gasped.

"Okay, Lord Jeral!" Nave kissed the man, straightened her dress, looked around, and walked away gracefully. No one knew what had happened.