Banquet • Part Two

When Zhu Yufeng and Elysia arrived at the venue, the banquet had already begun. Because Zhu Yufeng really disliked such lively events, he planned to only attend the ball later. He chose to come at this time to avoid attracting attention.

As he expected, most people were so engrossed in the joy of the banquet and their happiness for Sheng Yang that not many people paid attention to them, but it wasn't that no one noticed them.

As Hen sipped the red wine in his glass, he nodded to himself. It seemed that Feng's taste in clothing was indeed quite good, and he and Elysia looked like a perfect match.

It was worth risking my life to bring the two together right under Dr. Mobius's nose.

Pardo had been feeling down because she hadn't seen Zhu Yufeng, perked up instantly when he appeared at the venue. But when she saw Elysia next to him, she wilted again.

Standing beside her, Disaster stroked her chin and said, "I didn't realize that Feng Jutong had such good taste, and he's quite handsome too... At first glance, most people would probably really think he and Elysia are a couple. But, little Pardo, don't be discouraged. As long as they haven't officially become a couple, the battle isn't over!" Even if they do become a couple, it doesn't matter. As long as you swing your hoe well, there's no wall you can't break down.

Then she patted Pardo on the shoulder. "It's okay, the ball is the main event, good luck little Pardo!"

Pardo nodded vigorously.

Mobius, who was discussing scientific research with Mei, also noticed this side. After seeing the two of them dressed, she curled her lips and started to think about how she would bargain if Zhu Yufeng asked her to train again.

At the very least, Yu Feng should give her an extra breakfast! Something he makes himself!

Vill-V looked at Zhu Yufeng's clothes with interest and whispered, "If I remember correctly, Yu Feng's outfit is quite similar to Lilith's taste."

Then, in a slightly exasperated tone, she asked, "What do you usually pay attention to?"

Then she changed her mind again. "I've said it before, I'm not interested in fighting the Honkai, I'm only interested in Yu Feng, is that wrong?"

Yes, that's right... but is your behavior really alright?

Thinking back on everything she had seen and heard, Ji'e knew that Lilith had silently left her mark on Yu Feng in her own way, accompanying him throughout his life. Even Evil, who possessed half of Yu Feng 'Vill-V Evil, had to admit that Lilith was too strong in this regard.

Vill-V is indeed a genius, but she didn't put any skill points into romance. To be precise, even if she had, it wouldn't have made much of a difference at that time.

After all, almost everyone thought Lilith and Zhu Yufeng were a couple back then, and even now, a certain Kevin is convenient to reveal his name and a certain masked man who is inconvenient to reveal his name both think so.

Sometimes she even wondered if this was going according to Lilith's plan. It didn't matter that Yu Feng hadn't agreed to her request, as long as everyone else thought so, then it was equivalent to them being lovers.

However, this time, Lilith doesn't have the same advantage as before.

Evil squinted and whispered, "Magician, is your magic... ready?"

"Of course, I am the greatest Magician of this era, and my magic will surely be the focus of everyone's attention."

"That's good... If I use the same technique that Lilith used, it'll be the same, right? Hehe..."

Zhu Yufeng suddenly had a feeling that a storm was brewing. Elysia, who was standing to the side, looked at Zhu Yufeng's arm and wondered whether she should take his arm and greet the others...

But she gave up not long after.

Because she realized that Feng was genuinely uninterested in the banquet. He took his own plate, got his food, and sat down to eat, showing absolutely no intention of talking to anyone.

She finally understood why Feng found the banquet boring.

A banquet where you don't interact with anyone is really not interesting at all.

How can this be? We need to correct Feng's bad habit. You know, even Kevin organizes team building activities sometimes... Although she has never been, Kevin was a sunny boy before he became a cold and cool guy. His team building activities wouldn't be too bad, right?

Elysia didn't know was that Zhu Yufeng had almost never missed any of the team building activities organized by Kevin, just like now, eating his noodles by himself and then leaving.

This is actually a major flaw of Zhu Yufeng, because he believes that most of the people present will die sooner or later, so there is no need to get to know them, and they have no value in getting to know him.

And that's pretty much how it is; at each banquet, some familiar faces would be fewer, and then some unfamiliar faces would appear.

Elysia would feel down because of the sacrifice of others, but he wouldn't, because he didn't even know who the sacrifice was, let alone feel down for them. At most, he would show some respect, and that would be it.

Just as she was about to introduce Feng to the others, someone approached Zhu Yufeng and greeted her, "Hello, Feng, I didn't expect you to come to this banquet. Everyone said you wouldn't come."

Zhu Yufeng looked up and saw a young man with short, golden hair and freckles on his cheeks.

Who is this? He subconsciously looked at Elysia, who cast a pleading glance his way.

Elysia looked at the young man for a moment and then said, "You're Vincent, right?"

The young man's blue eyes shone with enthusiasm. "Yes, I didn't expect you to still remember me, Elysia."

Vincent? Who's that? I don't remember.

Zhu Yufeng had originally decided to continue eating and ignore him, but after thinking about it, he realized that since he was now considered Elysia's friend, it would lower other people's opinion of Elysia if he always acted indifferent to others. So he decided to pay attention to this Vincent for the time being.

He put down his fork, stood up, and said, "Sorry, I don't remember knowing you... Is there something you need?"

Vincent, he smiled and said, "You think I wouldn't recognize you? After all, you're always so focused during training and you go on missions a lot. But as the most popular star of the Fire Moth, quite a few people know you."

"I see..." Zhu Yufeng nodded. "Then thank you so much for your attention."

"That's what I thought too." Vincent smiled. "You're not very good at communicating with others, are you?"

I just felt it was unnecessary... Well, I'm really not good at communicating with strangers. Zhu Yufeng thought to herself.

Vincent then looked at Elysia: "Everyone is guessing that Feng isn't interested in this kind of banquet. They all say that in Feng's eyes, he'd rather kill a few more Honkai Beast than spend this time here. But I think that with Elysia here, he'll definitely come."

"You're right." Zhu Yufeng did not deny this. He came here for Elysia in the first place. If Elysia hadn't invited him, he would not have come at all, and he might even be out on a mission with Qianjie right now.

Vincent was somewhat surprised by Zhu Yufeng's answer. His gaze quickly swept over Elysia and Zhu Yufeng, and then he smiled and said, "I see. I understand. Then I won't bother you any longer. You two must have a great time at this banquet."

Then Vincent left.

Zhu Yufeng: "..."

What's wrong with this guy? He just came over, said hello, and left? Is he that bored? He even made him stand up and interrupted his meal... That's why he doesn't like banquets and stuff!

Elysia, however, read something else from Vincent's gaze. Did he... think that his relationship with Maple was special?

Suddenly my cheeks felt a little hot...

"Feng." Sakura's voice rang out. Zhu Yufeng and Elysia both looked towards the source of the voice and saw that Sakura was also wearing a dress and holding a little girl's hand.

"Wow, is this your little sister Rin? She's so cute!" Elysia said, crouching down. "Can I pinch your cheeks?"

Ling blinked her big eyes and nodded, so Elysia didn't hold back and started doing it.

Zhu Yufeng came to Sakura's side and looked at Rin, whose cheek was being pinched by Elysia, and said, "She's still just like I remember her... That's good."

Sakura said softly, "I never had the chance before, but now I can finally say those words to you properly."

Zhu Yufeng looked at the cherry blossoms.

Sakura looked at Zhu Yufeng and said, "Thank you, Feng. Thank you for protecting Ling at that time. Thank you for not letting me be a defeated older sister."

Zhu Yufeng looked away, feeling unworthy of such gratitude.

"You were never a defeated older sister. To Rin, you've always been the best older sister in the entire world," he said.

In the previous episode, according to his original plan, he originally intended to stand by and watch the soldiers take action. However, when he saw Rin's pure eyes, he remembered the daily life he had spent with Rin before. It must hurt a lot if a bullet hit her.

He eventually softened and decided to protect Rin. He could have killed all the soldiers in front of Rin, but he didn't. He remembered what a Kamen Rider's grandmother had said, "Children are treasures bestowed upon mankind by God."

In the days leading up to that, he had been teaching Rin to believe in and love this world.

Therefore, he did not want to fight in front of Rin, lest the child witness the cruelty of the underworld, and for this reason, he did not retaliate.

But in the end, this was just wishful thinking and a way to comfort himself. He had long anticipated that the soldiers would use Honkai Energy chaff on him. He estimated that he wouldn't die, but would just lie there for a while. During the time he was lying there, Rin would probably still be killed.

But things always take unexpected turns. Because she witnessed him being hurt by soldiers, and in her incomprehension and immense anger, Rin chose to commit suicide, thus awakening the Twelfth Herrscher.

Unlike the original story, Rin was ultimately sealed away voluntarily.

He always felt guilty about it and ashamed of his despicable behavior.

Sakura looked at Zhu Yufeng, his figure reflected in her eyes, and at this moment, it seemed that the hustle and bustle of the world had nothing to do with her.