freeallnovels Chapter 4108 Disdain?
Chapter 4108 Disdain?
Chapter 4108 Disdain?
Lucia and Li Guo were at loggerheads, while Bai Zhi felt like she was sitting on pins and needles.
But she is clearly not the point of contention in this silent storm. The two are on different sides, and even without her, the confrontation between them would still be very clear.
Li Guo glanced around and asked, "Aunt, I heard that His Highness 'Raphael' has returned?"
This news couldn't be kept secret anytime soon; it was already out when Raphael descended upon the Aether.
Lucia said calmly, "I will arrange for her to officially return to the royal family in a few days, so you don't need to worry about it."
"How could that be?" Li Guo chuckled lightly. "I am also a member of the royal family, and I also hope to do my part for the royal family. After all, that is Aunt Otina's child. When will you arrange for me to meet him... or do you mean I've already met him?"
Her gaze suddenly fell on Bai Zhi.
Lucia said coldly, "Take care of your own messy affairs first before thinking about this. No one will go crazy with you forever."
"What does Aunt want me to do?" Li Guo replied obediently, "You are my elder, so I should listen to you. I will definitely listen to you."
Lucia glanced at Li Guo noncommittally before turning to Bai Zhi and saying, "Didn't you hear what I just said? Go and call them over here."
Bai Zhi sighed, "At most, I can only pass on the message. I can't guarantee whether the master is willing to see you... It's your business if you're alright."
As if in a fit of pique or feeling wronged, she suddenly stood up from the sofa and hurriedly walked out, like a rabbit that had just escaped from the clutches of a tiger.
This time, Lucia did not scold him. She knew that if she did, Li Guo would use it as an excuse to make a fuss... It was not advisable to have a major conflict with Li Guo today.
Regardless of how the two sides fight behind the scenes, they still need to maintain the dignity of the entire royal family on the surface, especially during this special period when Marindor is home to countless prominent figures.
"I heard you have a new boyfriend?" Lucia said casually.
"【又】This is not a sarcastic remark. In fact, all of those male servants can be considered male servants. However, so far, Li Guo has only openly acknowledged one of them."
Li Guo clutched her heart and said, "Yes, I feel like this time they're serious."
Lucia sneered inwardly. Every time she said she was serious, but in that [Starry Sky Palace], not a single one of them ever lived there... Li Guo was just a womanizer in name only; she knew very well that she hadn't touched a single one of those male servants.
The two sides have always been locked in a fierce struggle, with undercurrents running deep, yet they are well aware of each other's situation.
Li Guo's arrogance would never allow her to truly acknowledge any man.
Do you know who he is?
“I don’t care who he is, but he’s probably not under that name.” Li Guo said casually. “But what does it matter? I don’t even care who he’s with… Aunt, you know what? Maintaining a certain level of mystery can help enhance the attraction between lovers, right? You… should understand, right? Oh, right, I forgot, Aunt has never been in a relationship before.”
Lucia didn't take this provocation seriously at all... it wasn't even a provocation.
She smiled calmly, "Love is a luxury for royalty, and I also hope that you can find a good home."
"Thank you for your blessings, Auntie..."
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It wouldn't be difficult for Bai Zhi to find Boss Luo.
She found Mr. Luo and the maid at a stall that was selling exotic plants—at that moment, the master and Miss Youye were studying a sunflower that produced sunlight and had a big smiling face.
Bai Zhi didn't dare to go forward and disturb them, so she silently shipped her master and Miss Youye as a couple... Actually, they were really a great couple to ship, and she was a true fan of this pair.
"Bai Zhi, is there something you need?"
The maid had already noticed Bai Zhi's arrival and was quite pleased with the little maid's obedience.
Bai Zhi had no choice but to explain her purpose, and then quietly awaited judgment—yes, for her, this was no less than a trial.
If I could be more assertive in front of the Eldest Princess and Princess Anle, I wouldn't need to bother with this little thing, right?
"Since we've run into each other, let's go and meet them," Boss Luo said with a casual smile. "It's time to meet."
Bai Zhi secretly breathed a sigh of relief. Instinctively, she didn't actually want the princess to have any conflict with her master... Lucia was indeed assertive, but her intention was not to make things difficult for her, but rather to protect her.
But I felt a tightness in my chest.
Because Lucia would want to "buy" her, and... the key point is that Li Guo is also there.
Alas?
Don't worry, Miss Yuya is here today.
Steady!
Little Angelica secretly rejoiced.
The maid suddenly said, "Master, a lot of orders have suddenly come in at the stall. Miss Long is probably too busy to handle them all. I'll go back and take a look."
“Go ahead.” Boss Luo nodded.
Bai Zhi was stunned.
No... this isn't what I expected.
But the maid had already drifted away.
Boss Luo said, "Bai Zhi, lead the way."
"Huh? Oh... okay, sure."
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The negotiation room.
When Bai Zhi nervously led Boss Luo over, the air seemed thick and heavy, thick with a suffocating atmosphere.
The eldest princess and Princess Anle stopped talking at some point.
When Boss Luo walked in, Li Guo's face instantly lit up with a bright smile. "Knowing that you're attending the exhibition today, I've come to introduce you to some guests. Are you busy?"
"Thank you very much." Boss Luo smiled slightly.
This was as if it were the best reward for Li Guo. Her eyes crinkled into beautiful smiles as she quickly invited Boss Luo to sit down and introduced him, "This is Princess Lucia, who is also my aunt."
Lucia's gaze was sharp.
Ever since the discovery of Angelica dahurica, the name [Livi Titus] has been constantly appearing before her.
Even the Secret Society couldn't find any clues, as if this person really was Levi Titus.
"Hello, Your Highness Lucia."
Lucia gave Li Guo a deep look. In her opinion, although Li Guo's life was a mess, it was undeniable that he had a high standard for judging people.
Good looks always create a positive first impression.
Historically, it is only through the physiological level that one can penetrate into the spiritual level.
A look of amazement flashed in the princess's eyes. At this moment, her vast ocean of spiritual energy was as calm as if it were being gently caressed by a sea breeze. Sunlight scattered and shimmered with countless golden rays... She felt a rare sense of comfort.
She thought for a moment and said, "I will speak with the Empire's Ministry of Commerce and have them purchase your transformation potion exclusively. However, they won't offer you the best tax breaks."
Li Guo smiled without saying a word, quietly watching Lucia speak, but his heart was filled with curiosity.
She didn't actively ask "Li Wei" anything; she only wanted to gradually uncover all the secrets of this mysterious and incredibly attractive man.
Even so, Lucia's reaction was one of surprise.
“I am very grateful for rescuing Bai Zhi.” Lucia said calmly, “This is a reward you deserve, but it is not all. If you want to obtain the status of an imperial noble, that is also possible.”
Boss Luo asked with considerable curiosity, "Can people outside the [Science Side] also obtain noble status here?"
Li Guo smiled and said, "We have an immigration plan. The policies of the three great empires are similar in this regard. Many gods in your [magic side] also hold noble titles here, but it's just a nominal title. They don't have fiefs or real power, but their status is not low. However, if you want the title of imperial noble and fiefs, you can have them. Would you like the planet that [Babylon] sends you someday? If not, just kill a couple of ignorant nobles and take back their fiefs for you."
Seeing Li Guo's boundless pampering, Lucia couldn't help but frown.
Granting noble titles to powerful figures on the outside is merely a diplomatic strategy; to actually grant them real fiefdoms would be tantamount to challenging the bottom line of the noble class.
She remained silent. She had already heard about the banquet held at the Papillon Manor to entertain Francis, and now she wanted to see if this mysterious Levi would accept it. Perhaps she could discern some of his intentions from this action.
These words evoked a completely different feeling in Bai Zhi—she suddenly realized that she had absolutely nothing to offer her master…
“No need for aristocratic status,” Boss Luo shook his head.
Li Guo couldn't help but show a look of disappointment, while Lucia remained calm, as if she had known this would happen.
Boss Luo then said, "As for that planet, I'd like to discuss a partnership with you to buy it."
Li Guo asked in surprise, "You want to buy it?"
Boss Luo smiled slightly and said, "Since people from outside can also obtain noble status here, presumably the buying and selling of planets should also be possible."
Li Guo didn't speak. She really intended to give it away for free—if she, Li Guo, were to give a man something and he were to buy it from her in return, wouldn't she, the Princess of Anle of the Empire, have any pride?
"Are you really going to buy it?" Lucia suddenly said, "The Empire does not prohibit the buying and selling of planets, but at most you can only buy the right to use them. Once the contract is violated, the Empire can take them back at any time."
"Then I'll sell it to you for 1 Imperial Coin," Li Guo said with a smile. "If you don't give it to me, I won't sell it to you."
Isn't this still a freebie?
Lucia suppressed her urge to rage. She didn't care whether the planet was in Li Guo's hands or in the hands of [Babylon], but it couldn't be in the hands of outsiders... Wouldn't that be equivalent to the loss of the empire's assets?
“Li Guo, don’t be ridiculous.” Lucia’s voice was slightly heavy.
Li Guo said calmly, "Aunt, I can do whatever I want with my assets. How I price them is also my business. Li Wei doesn't want to put me in a difficult position, so he's been so understanding in offering to buy them. Isn't that enough?"
Well... are these two teaming up to play me?
The eldest princess said calmly, "There are naturally relevant regulations on how planets are priced. This is for sale to the public, so we must abide by the rules. As one of the princesses of the empire, you should set an example even more."
"Alright then, whatever the price is, is fine." Li Guo chuckled, then leaned close to Boss Luo's ear and whispered, "Once the price bureau estimates the price of that planet, they'll ask you for whatever price you ask for, and I'll make up the difference."
As he spoke, Li Guo looked at Lucia with a smile and said, "Auntie, the Empire's planetary assets must abide by the rules, but how I use my own private funds doesn't require permission, right?"
“Your planet, your own business,” Lucia said, settling for second best, “but we can’t break the rules.”
"I'll have someone assess its value right now." Li Guo chuckled, took out her communicator, and gave a brief instruction. "Is there anything else, Aunt?"
As long as Li Guo is here today, she cannot possibly have anything to say to the mysterious [Li Wei] in private.
She looked at Boss Luo, thought for a moment, and said, "No matter what, you were the one who pulled Bai Zhi out of the abyss..."
She suddenly glanced at Bai Zhi, and then said, "I'll find some time for you to bring Bai Zhi to my residence for a meal."
This is not an order, but an invitation to a banquet, which is much more pleasant to the eye.
Bai Zhi looked at her master, bewildered.
Boss Luo nodded and said, "Thank you for the invitation, Princess. I will be there on time."
Lucia looked at Li Guo and said, "I'm going to convene a royal clan meeting. Remember to attend."
Li Guo naturally knew that this was to finalize Raphael's official return... This matter was already a done deal, and there was nothing to obstruct it, so he agreed on the spot.
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"Why are you interested in that planet?" In the negotiation room, Li Guo sat next to Boss Luo as if no one else was around, her beautiful eyes fixed on him. "He just gave you a manor. If he knew that the planet was also in your hands, he probably wouldn't have been so polite to you."
"Wasn't the manor a gift from His Highness to Lord Papillon?"
Li Guo revealed a hint of naivety, "So, is my influence effective?"
The stark contrast between her confrontational attitude towards Lucia and Li Guo astonished Bai Zhi, leaving her momentarily unsure which one was the real Li Guo.
Boss Luo subtly distanced himself, stood up, and seemed about to leave. "I am a businessman, and business is business. That planet has great potential for mining. As long as Your Highness's price is reasonable, that's fine."
Sensing this subtle distance, Li Guo's heart trembled slightly, and she said calmly, "I will get you in touch as soon as possible."
Mr. Luo nodded. “I can’t be away for too long during the expo. If Your Highness is interested in visiting my booth, I will show you the way.”
"No, thank you." Li Guo shook her head. "You go ahead and get busy."
Boss Luo didn't linger and simply took Bai Zhi with him and left... Bai Zhi secretly made a face at Li Guo.
They dared not let their master see them, nor did they dare let Li Guo see them.
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Inside the negotiation room.
Li Guo stood alone with her head down, her long hair falling down and covering half of her face.
Click.
The desktop couldn't withstand some kind of pressure and a crack appeared instantly.
Li Guo subconsciously touched her face, muttering to herself, "He seems to be disgusted with me..."
The next moment, the table, which had only cracked slightly, shattered instantly.
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After leaving the expo, Li Guo discreetly got into his private car.
Al-Gaibi looked at Li Guo, who remained calm and expressionless, and said, "The princess has already left. She left immediately after coming out and didn't see anyone."
Seeing that Li Guo remained silent, Algabi continued, "Your Highness, would you like to go to the royal court to meet with the Queen? The Princess's grand ceremony for the clan meeting this time is probably not just about restoring Prince Raphael's status. Also, regarding King Atesliya, it seems that things have been..."
“Al-Gabbi…” Li Guo suddenly called out.
"Please give your orders." Al-Ghabi immediately listened attentively.
Li Guo said calmly, "After we get back, disband the guard regiment. I don't want to see them anymore..."
Al-Gaiby suppressed his shock and nodded slightly. "Yes, sir... And what about Lord Leonardo?"
Leonardo is not just a member of the male attendants; he is also the commander of the princess's palace, holding a dual identity.
"Just to give Babylon some face," Li Guo said expressionlessly. "Let him go to Star Patrol and take up the post of regional governor."
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"Hahaha, my dear friend Melon, we meet again!"
In a luxurious hotel suite, Hamham Hank warmly embraced Melon Fox, then glanced at the incredibly handsome man beside him, "Leonardo, it's been a long time!"
"It has indeed been a long time."
When he met his old friend, a smile appeared on Leonardo's face, as if he was recalling his carefree youth.
Hamhamk lightly punched Leonard in the chest. "Brother, I heard you've made it big. You're something else! The leader of the Royal Academy's Three Musketeers!"
Leonardo raised an eyebrow slightly, a hint of smugness on his face... Regardless of their family backgrounds, he was indeed the one with the best career development among the three.
When we were young, we could play around, skip classes together, go to bars together, and fight together—it was all so real.
Now is the time to look down on our brothers.
"It's nothing to mention, nothing to mention at all!"