Imperial Palace Guest Reception Hall.

The hall was already filled with many guests, who mingled with laughter and champagne.

In the center of the hall, Sai Lida was engaged in lively conversation with several nobles, with Bi Li standing two steps behind him.

"Prince Sai Lida, this is my daughter, Dai Li." A middle-aged man led his daughter to Sai Lida's side.

Sai Lida glanced at the woman and smiled slightly: "Miss Dai Li, hello!"

"Hello, Prince Sai Lida!" Dai Li blushed, bent in a bow, revealing a large expanse of white at her chest.

Sai Lida's gaze shifted downwards, unconsciously fixating.

The middle-aged man next to him noticed Sai Lida's reaction, a slight smile playing at his lips, confident in his daughter's figure.

"Look, it's Marquis Mo Qie'er."

"That old fellow is trying to promote his daughter!"

"If Prince Sai Lida, the favorite son of Duke Si Mo'er, fancies Dai Li, Marquis Mo Qie'er could reach new heights!"

"Why don't I have such a beautiful daughter!"

The surrounding guests whispered among themselves, with Sai Lida gradually becoming the focus of attention in the hall.

At this time, most of the hall was filled with members of noble families from Y Country, among whom Sai Lida's status was undoubtedly the highest.

However, in a corner of the hall, a group of three regarded Sai Lida with disdain.

"Is that Duke Si Mo'er's son?" Lu Shi glanced at Sai Lida with contempt in her eyes.

Cha'erhan nodded lightly: "Yes!"

Pausing briefly, Cha'erhan asked puzzledly, "Miss Lu Shi, why did you come to attend the Empress's birthday banquet? Shouldn't we quickly find the Great Master to help you lift the Inner Qi restriction?"

"No rush!" Lu Shi waved her hand, glancing at the doorway of the banquet hall as if waiting for someone.

Central hall.

"Prince Sai Lida, if possible, let Dai Li accompany you at the banquet!" Mo Qie'er suggested with a light laugh.

Sai Lida greedily glanced at Dai Li's whiteness, just about to nod, when he suddenly thought of something, his expression subtly changing, gently shaking his head: "No need, I've already chosen my companion."

Dai Li's face altered as she lightly furrowed her brow.

Mo Qie'er was momentarily stunned, glancing behind Sai Lida, a trace of an unusual expression flashing in his eyes as he frowned slightly: "Prince Sai Lida, do you mean..."

"Marquis Mo Qie'er, don't misunderstand, Miss Dai Li is truly beautiful, but my companion should be arriving soon, and I don't want any misunderstandings!"

Sai Lida replied with a smile, turning his gaze to the hall entrance, revealing a hint of expectation.

Tap, tap, tap!

A sound of footsteps echoed, and four individuals entered through the door.

Sai Lida's eyes lit up, a mischievous smile creeping at the corner of his mouth.

They really came?

As long as you've arrived, you won't escape my grasp!

Mo Qie'er and his daughter noticed Sai Lida's change, glanced at him, then turned to look at the entrance.

Was it because of that Oriental woman that I'm not wanted?

Dai Li gazed at the four people entering the hall, her attention fixed on one woman, a trace of hostility in her eyes.

"So lively!"

Following Ge'er Yan into the hall, Jiang Chen scanned the room, speaking softly.

"All Marquis and higher noble families of the Southern Federation have sent representatives, and this is just a small portion. Delegates from various countries are in another reception hall, as well as international forces separate from the country's nobles." Ge'er Yan explained quietly.

Jiang Chen nodded slightly, his brow suddenly raising, as he noticed a young man approaching them.

"Beautiful lady, you have finally arrived!"

Sai Lida approached the group, ignoring Jiang Chen and the others, offering a gentleman's bow to Ying Zi, speaking with a full smile.

Ying Zi furrowed her brows, instinctively shifting her feet behind Jiang Chen.

"Prince Sai Lida!"

Ge'er Yan greeted Sai Lida with a bow, his expression shifting as he realized something.

"Family Head Ge'er, are these people your friends?"

Sai Lida glanced at Jiang Chen before turning to Ge'er Yan.

Ge'er Yan nodded lightly: "Yes."

"We'll just take a look around."

Jiang Chen gave Ge'er Yan a word, then started to walk away.

Sai Lida ignored him, but Jiang Chen cared even less about Sai Lida!

"Wait a moment!" Sai Lida called out.

Swish!

Bi Li's figure flashed, suddenly blocking Jiang Chen's path.

"What's going on?"

"Isn't that Ge'er Family's heir, Ge'er Yan?"

"Is Prince Sai Lida causing trouble for Ge'er Yan?"

"Hardly, it looks like he's targeting those few Orientals!"

The commotion at the door caught the attention of everyone in the banquet hall, Mo Qie'er and his daughter's expressions changed as they hastily approached, while Ge'er Kusi, who was chatting with friends nearby, also rushed over.

"Is there a problem?" Jiang Chen looked at Sai Lida, speaking indifferently.

Sai Lida smiled slightly, a meaningful expression in his eyes, "Mr. Jiang, refusing my invitation and yet appearing here, are you showing me, Sai Lida, disrespect?"

"Refused Prince Sai Lida's invitation!?"

"Wow, who is this guy? So disrespectful to Prince Sai Lida?"

"No wonder Prince Sai Lida wants to trouble him, he slapped Prince Sai Lida's face but still dared to come to his house, seems he's not taking Prince Sai Lida seriously!"

The surrounding guests were momentarily shocked.

Having just arrived among the group, Ge'er Kusi was momentarily stunned, glancing at Jiang Chen, then turned to Sai Lida, bending slightly at the waist: "Prince Sai Lida, Mr. Jiang is a guest of Pu..."

"No matter from whom he received an invitation."

Before Ge'er Kusi could finish, Sai Lida interrupted, staring directly at Jiang Chen: "I am aware of all royal invitations, everyone who holds an invitation is here, how did you get in? Do you have an invitation?"

Jiang Chen understood, speaking calmly: "Invitation? I don't have one."

"Without an invitation, then please leave!" Sai Lida commanded loudly.

"But..."

Changing his tone, Sai Lida turned to Ying Zi, confidently speaking: "This beautiful lady, I invite you as a Royal Prince to attend my grandmother's birthday. As long as you are willing, you can participate as my companion!"

As he spoke, Sai Lida glanced at Ying Zi's chest, his expression suddenly changed, showing surprise.

This peculiar expression was sharply caught by Jiang Chen, who eyed Sai Lida suspiciously.

While this group's expressions presented a different interpretation to others.

Immediately, the other guests' expressions subtly changed, and they began to whisper and discuss among themselves.

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