Linghua Festival Night Banquet! Tang San's Revenge Plan!
Ye Hua had indeed never heard of Linghua Festival.
This was the first time he had heard of this festival in the more than ten years he had lived in the Douluo Continent.
Xue Ke was quite surprised, "You really don't know about the Linghua Festival?!"
"This is one of the oldest festivals in the empire!"
Ye Hua's lips twitched, letting her tug at his sleeve and shake him.
Seeing that he genuinely didn't know, Xue Ke simply let go of his hand.
"Legend has it that in ancient times, the Heaven Dou Empire was a wild and untamed land, teeming with Soul Beast, and humans could only hide in caves to survive."
"Later, a god passed by this place and, seeing the suffering of mankind, could not bear it and sent down holy light."
"It dispelled the Soul Beast and bestowed upon our ancestors wisdom and power, helping them build their city-state."
"That city-state was the prototype of Heaven Dou City. And the day when the gods descended was designated as the Linghua Festival!"
Ye Hua was also surprised, "It's so memorable, how come I've never heard of it before?"
"I'm curious too," Xue Ke shrugged. "Given your status, you couldn't possibly not have heard of it."
"However, because the Linghua Festival is too expensive, commoners rarely celebrate it, so it is not well-known and is only a festival for nobles."
"After all, just using silk for decorations would require thousands of bolts, and hundreds or even thousands of banquet tables would need to be prepared! Even the altars for worshipping the gods would be covered with pure gold leaf!"
Ye Hua clicked his tongue in amazement.
Such extravagance and debauchery!
Just setting up the surrounding area cost more than a dozen Gold Soul Coin.
That's equivalent to half a lifetime's income for an average person!
How can we afford that?
Seeing him deep in thought, Xue Ke quickly added, "However, nobles will randomly invite commoners to participate."
"The Moonlight Pavilion is the same, embodying the spirit of sharing joy with the people!"
After she finished speaking, she took another half step forward and looked at Ye Hua with her bright, sparkling eyes.
"So, at the Linghua Festival ball, would you like to be my dance partner?"
Ye Hua met the expectant yet apprehensive eyes, and a slight smile appeared on his lips.
"I can't refuse your kind offer, so I'll accept."
"Really?!" Xue Ke burst into laughter. "Then it's a deal, Night Alliance Leader Ye can't go back on his word!"
"It's a deal." Ye Hua ruffled her hair.
Xue Ke didn't dodge; like a cat being stroked, she squinted her eyes.
While Ye Hua and Xue Ke were chatting and laughing, things weren't so warm and cozy in Tang Yuehua's office.
Tang San knocked on the door and entered, looking at his aunt with a guilty conscience.
Tang Yuehua frowned as well. "Tell me, what exactly happened?"
"Aunt..." Tang San's eyes reddened, "It's Ye Hua!"
"And there's another strange woman!"
"They ganged up on me and threw me into a cave, and they whipped me! I barely managed to crawl back!"
He deliberately omitted the details of stealing the herbs and trampling the Blue Silver Grass, instead directing his resentment towards Ye Hua.
But Tang Yuehua sighed deeply.
She was extremely busy at the moment.
We also have to clean up Tang San's mess!
"Auntie," Tang San said anxiously, "You have to believe me!"
"I'm your own nephew!"
Tang Yuehua, however, was suspicious. "Where's the evidence? You said you went back to the back mountain of Holy Soul Village, so why did Ye Hua go there too?"
And of all times, we bumped into you!
"This..." Tang San was speechless.
He truly cannot produce any evidence!
"Xiao San," Tang Yuehua frowned, "His Majesty summoned me with urgent business. You should stay here quietly and study etiquette properly, and don't cause any more trouble."
"I'll deal with this when I get back!"
Tang San, who was originally full of grievances, was dumbfounded when he heard these words.
"Auntie? Aren't you going to take care of me?!"
"I'm managing this right now, aren't I?" Tang Yuehua said, exasperated. "Etiquette and manners are what you lack most."
"You exude too much murderous aura; even your walk carries a menacing air. Unless you get rid of these traits, you'll never go far."
Tang San pursed his lips, looking aggrieved.
"Moreover," Tang Yuehua rubbed her temples, "the Linghua Festival Ball is in a few days."
"All students will be present; this is a great opportunity for you to make friends."
"Practice your dance steps and etiquette properly, so I don't come back to hear you've caused trouble."
After saying that, she pushed open the door and left, her footsteps quickly fading into the distance.
The door closed in front of Tang San with a soft click.
The room was quiet for a moment.
Tang San slumped on the guest sofa, his face filled with despair.
He couldn't understand what could be more important than him that made his aunt rush out the door!
I don't understand why my aunt doesn't believe him? She even needs proof!
"Linghua Festival Ball..."
Tang San chewed carefully.
The thought of social etiquette gave him a headache.
He wouldn't even flinch if you asked him to fight with the Clear Sky Hammer!
But these etiquette rules are really hard to learn!
But then he thought of other details.
"All students of the Moonlight Pavilion must show up..."
"Ye Hua will definitely be there, right?"
A man of his stature, Princess Xue Ke would surely keep him company.
At that time, all the nobles and celebrities in the hall will be watching Ye Hua.
If he, Tang San... no, Tang Yin!
To embarrass Ye Hua in public at that time!
That's a hundred times more satisfying than taking revenge in secret!
"But how can I get revenge on him?"
"Poisoning him? No way, the poison I used on Bule last time didn't work on him!"
"Assassination? I can't beat him!"
Tang San scratched his head in distress.
But then, a flash of inspiration struck him!
Since they can't compete in terms of strength, they should find their advantage in areas where neither he nor Ye Hua excels!
Thinking of this, Tang San's eyes lit up.
"I've got an idea!"
"Hahaha, Ye Hua, I don't believe you're all-powerful!"
Seven days is neither a short nor a long time.
To welcome the Linghua Festival, the courtyard was cleaned and made to look brand new.
Continuous silk ribbons hang between the corridors, surging like waves in the wind, with patterns embroidered in gold thread floating in the sunlight.
Stepping into the ballroom, the atmosphere became even more lively!
The invitees arrived in their finest attire, and the atmosphere was lively with toasts and laughter.
When Ye Hua appeared at the entrance, everyone in the hall turned their heads to look!
Beside him stood Xue Ke and Ah Yin; the former was pure and innocent, the latter beautiful and stunning, each with her own unique charm!
Especially Ah Yin, after recovering, a smile returned to her face.
Although his Soul Power is still low, he has a naturally generous temperament.
The three walked side by side, drawing gasps of admiration from the crowd.
"That's the Night Alliance Leader? He's indeed handsome and dashing!"
"My goodness, Princess Xue Ke looks so beautiful tonight!"
"Who is that beautiful woman in the blue dress next to her? I've never seen her before!"
"I heard they're also close to the Night Alliance Leader. Tsk tsk, they really have the air of a divine couple."
Ye Hua nodded slightly, as if in response to the attention he received.
Xue Ke took his arm and looked around with a smile.
Ah Yin lagged slightly behind, not trying to steal the show.
But just as the piano music began and the ball was about to start, Ye Hua saw an unexpected figure!
She still had her short, brown hair, her face was round but not fat, and her demeanor exuded gentleness.
Despite her striking appearance, she was still ostracized by the nobility and stood alone in a corner.
Even in an attempt to fit in, he awkwardly raised his wine glass and clumsily poured fruit wine.
"Jiangzhu?!" Ye Hua was stunned.
Upon hearing this, Jiangzhu turned around and immediately opened her mouth wide.