Not long after Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing took their seats.
The previously noisy guests quieted down again.
Then, a series of footsteps could be heard outside the main hall.
Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing stared intently as Dai Weisi, his face glowing, entered the main hall, dressed in a four-clawed python robe.
Beside Dai Weisi, Zhu Zhuyun, dressed in a gorgeous gown and with a charming face, stood by his side, her head slightly raised, her eyes full of arrogance.
"Your Highness, congratulations!"
"His Highness the Crown Prince is always dignified, but today he is even more imposing, hahaha..."
The ministers smiled at Dai Weisi, their faces full of obsequious smiles.
As soon as Dai Weisi appeared, they stood up and spoke with smiles.
Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing's gazes fell on Dai Weisi, but neither of them got up.
Xiao Yan's gaze fell on the entrance of the main hall, and his eyes instantly met those of Dai Weisi.
Zhu Zhuqing, standing to the side, also looked at Zhu Zhuyun beside Dai Weisi with a complicated expression.
A cold glint still flickered in their eyes.
Zhu Zhuyun looked at Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing, a smile playing on her lips, and then intimately took Dai Weisi's arm.
He gave Zhu Zhuqing a provocative look.
"Hahaha, thank you all for coming. Please take a seat."
Dai Weisi nodded slightly to Xiao Yan, and then walked towards the main seat with Zhu Zhuyun.
He laughed heartily as he greeted the distinguished guests he was hosting all around him.
Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing did not stand up to greet Dai Weisi.
This scene was naturally noticed by the surrounding guests.
The prince, who sat in the first position below the main seat, was a staunch supporter of Dai Weisi.
He looked to be around thirty years old, and at that moment he was staring at Xiao Yan and Zhu Zhuqing with an unfriendly expression.
However, seeing that Dai Weisi did not react, he merely snorted coldly and remained silent.
Xiao Yan naturally sensed the malice emanating from the side.
Xiao Yan glanced at the Imperial Family prince; he didn't exude much pressure, so his strength probably hadn't reached the Soul King.
They then stopped taking the other person seriously.
Dai Weisi sat in the main seat, had a servant pour him wine, and then stood up to address the crowd.
"Thank you all for gracing us with your presence today. Although there were some setbacks during the daytime ceremony, we have fortunately turned the situation around and there are no major problems."
In addition, Elder Xiao is a distinguished guest of my Eastern Palace.
The assassin's remarks during the day were undoubtedly intended to sow discord between us. Please do not misunderstand Elder Xiao.
This cup is offered first to Elder Xiao; please don't take it to heart.
Dai Weisi, abandoning his usual arrogant demeanor, spoke to Xiao Yan in a friendly manner.
Upon hearing Dai Weisi's speech, a series of inexplicable expressions flashed in everyone's eyes, and they also stood up to apologize and offer a toast to Xiao Yan.
Xiao Yan looked at Dai Weisi with surprise upon hearing his words.
He hadn't expected Dai Weisi to bring this up on his own initiative.
Faced with Dai Weisi's deliberate attempt to curry favor, and the approving smiles of those around him.
Xiao Yan wasn't stupid. While he wasn't afraid of others on their territory, there was no need for him to make enemies.
Xiao Yan gently raised his cup, nodded slightly to everyone, and drank the wine in his hand in one gulp.
Dai Weisi was clearly adept at such occasions and quickly found himself chatting and laughing with the courtiers.
After several rounds of drinks, he maintained the prince's dignity while also making everyone feel his approachability.
During this process, Xiao Yan could also feel that several gazes in the arena were constantly and subtly falling on him.
Xiao Yan attended the banquet simply to find out what information the Imperial Family had obtained from the assassin.
It would be best if we could find out who was behind this.
Therefore, in such a situation, Xiao Yan did not try to befriend anyone.
As the wedding banquet drew to a close, guests were personally escorted home by palace guards under Dai Weisi's arrangement.
Soon, the once bustling main hall gradually became quiet.
Elder Xiao.
Once only a few guests remained in the room, Dai Weisi continued speaking, recounting the assassination attempt that had occurred during the day to Xiao Yan.
"What are your thoughts, Elder, on the assassin's dying words?"
As Dai Weisi finished speaking, the few remaining guests in the room fell silent, their eyes all focused on Xiao Yan.
Xiao Yan put down his cup and spoke calmly.
"It's just a frame-up. I'm new to Star Luo City and have never met that old gentleman before, so how could there be any agreement between us?"
I've come here today to ask Your Highness, what has become of the interrogation?
Dai Weisi waved his hand, and after exchanging glances, the people in the arena bowed to Dai Weisi and took their leave.
Soon, only Dai Weisi, Zhu Zhuyun, Xiao Yan, and Zhu Zhuqing remained in the arena.
After dismissing his attendants, Dai Weisi finally sighed.
"The assassin was severely injured by Dai Mufeng and died shortly after being sent back to the prison."
However, his identity is rather special...
Xiao Yan looked at Dai Weisi with curiosity.
"That old man was originally a family elder who supported Mubai's faction."
As soon as Dai Weisi spoke, a look of astonishment flashed across Xiao Yan's eyes.
No
However, upon further reflection, Xiao Yan realized that given his current relationship with Dai Mubai, Dai Mubai did indeed have this motive.
After all, he had severed Dai Mubai's arm and leg during the finals, rendering him completely useless.
What puzzled Xiao Yan was that Dai Mubai, who had already lost his value, could still arrange for a Soul Master who was close to Soul Douluo?
Dai Weisi felt a sense of helplessness as he sensed Xiao Yan's questioning gaze.
After all, no one expected that Dai Mubai, who had completely lost hope of becoming emperor, would still have a loyal supporter at the peak of the Soul Saint.
"This was my oversight."
Dai Weisi sighed and continued to explain to Xiao Yan.
"After the incident, I sent people to investigate."
The assassin had originally received support from Mubai's faction, which enabled him to successfully break through to the Soul Saint realm.
Moreover, because of the life-saving grace, he has always been loyal to Mubai's faction.
At this point, Dai Weisi's gaze fell on Xiao Yan again, and he said:
" Elder Xiao probably guessed it too; your conflict in the finals left him with a grudge."
No one expected him to choose such an extreme method.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan nodded, silently picked up his wine cup, and took another sip.
" Elder Xiao, rest assured, I will definitely give you an explanation regarding Mubai's matter."
I just hope Elder Xiao won't offend the Imperial Family because of this."
"Your Highness, you flatter me. This matter is a personal feud between Dai Mubai and me, and has nothing to do with the Star Luo Imperial Family or the Spirit Hall."
Upon hearing this, Dai Weisi quietly breathed a sigh of relief.
Today, he has finally achieved most of his goal.
After all, Xiao Yan is currently the most talented young generation in the Spirit Hall. With his talent, it's a sure thing for him to reach the Titled Douluo level.
The Star Luo Empire did not want to antagonize Xiao Yan.
Moreover, after this incident, Dai Weisi felt that his relationship with Xiao Yan had a chance to become closer.
"Thank you, Elder Xiao, for not holding a grudge."
Dai Weisi raised his glass to Xiao Yan again, then hesitated for a moment before reluctantly speaking.
"Also, there's something I'd like to discuss with Elder Xiao. Would that be convenient?"
Upon hearing Dai Weisi's words, Xiao Yan raised an eyebrow and instantly guessed his intention.