PDLP Chapter 123 Banquet Conflict
Chapter 123 Banquet Conflict
"Oh, really? Thank you for the compliment." Her voice carried a hint of indifference.
In fact, there was another meaning behind Jiang Songchu's words, but Bella was not a member of Tianrong, so she did not hear the sarcasm in Jiang Songchu's words.
Then, she seemed to realize that the woman in front of her was a stranger: "But, may I ask who you are?"
Jiang Songchu smiled and continued, "I'm just a newcomer to the entertainment industry, nothing to brag about."
Her voice was humble yet shrewd, “But I’ve always thought that if I had the opportunity, I would very much like to work with you and learn some acting techniques.”
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Tianyu shook off Bella's entanglement: "Miss Bella, it seems you have many fans who want to talk to you, so I won't disturb your enjoyment any longer."
He deftly sidestepped and strode away, while casting a glance at Jiang Songchu, who understood and nodded slightly.
Bella watched Tianyu's departing figure, her face darkening. But since her target had already left, she couldn't pursue him any further. She hardened her expression and was about to make her move.
But when she noticed the brand of the dress Jiang Songchu was wearing, a knowing look flashed in her eyes, and she could only manage a forced smile: "Alright then, I hope we'll have the opportunity to work together in the future."
After Tianyu left, he went to the table to get another glass of champagne. Just as his hand touched the cold rim of the glass, he sensed a dangerous aura approaching.
An assassin disguised as a waiter, wielding a sharp blade, silently approaches Tianyu through the crowd.
However, Tianyu seemed completely unaware. His movements did not falter at all, and his long, slender fingers with distinct knuckles quickly picked up the champagne.
Just as the assassin extended his dagger, he instantly raised the champagne high into the air, creating a silver barrier, and then sidestepped the assassin's attack.
Just then, Delis happened to pass by and was innocently soaked to the bone.
It's unclear whether Tianyu did it on purpose, because at that moment Delis was cursing loudly, and his white shirt was soaked with champagne on the back.
"What's going on?!" Delis shouted, his voice echoing through the banquet hall.
However, the final treasure of the auction had already been presented, and in the bustling hall, everyone's attention was drawn to this rare gem, completely ignoring the small ripples behind them.
The host's enthusiastic voice introduced the last treasure, bringing the atmosphere to a climax.
"This treasure was made by a divine physician in ancient times. It originally contained three pills, but as we all know, the old patriarch of the Harrison family had an accident at the beginning of this year."
"This treasure originated from the hands of a divine physician in ancient Tianrong. Originally, three pills were passed down, but now only the last one remains."
"But as everyone knows, the patriarch of the Harrison family had an accident earlier this year..."
"However, the old patriarch was spared because he received a pill. After a doctor's diagnosis, all his ailments have disappeared. He is now in good health and, barring any unforeseen circumstances, can live for at least another fifty years!"
The host continued, his voice full of seduction.
"The owner of this treasure only has one pill left, and it's about to be auctioned off. Is everyone ready?"
"Starting bid: 100 million! Bidding increments: 100 million or more! Let the bidding begin!" the host announced loudly.
"Five hundred million!" someone shouted immediately.
"One billion!" another voice retorted.
"Two billion!" The auction officially began, and the price skyrocketed instantly.
The bidding was fierce, the atmosphere in the banquet hall was tense and exciting, and everyone was going crazy for the legendary miracle drug.
Inside the banquet hall, under the magnificent chandeliers, elegantly dressed people mingled and clinked glasses.
The powerful and wealthy either whispered or talked loudly, each seeking their own interests and opportunities in this lavish banquet.
The banquet hall was filled with incessant shouts, revealing an unusual mix of excitement and tension.
Jiang Songchu stood on the second-floor corridor, her gaze as sharp as a hawk's. Her eyes pierced through the noise of the banquet hall and caught the unusual behavior on Tianyu's side.
Her brows furrowed instantly, a sense of foreboding washing over her. She quickly walked toward the stairs, preparing to go downstairs to offer assistance.
Just then, Bella staggered, muttering to herself, seemingly drunk, and swayed as she approached Jiang Songchu, stretching out her hands to block her path without warning.
"You...you can't leave!"
Bella's words were unclear, but Jiang Songchu keenly caught an unusual glimpse from her expression.
"Bah-"
With a crisp cracking sound, in a corner of the banquet hall, the assassin's blade silently sliced through Tianyu's sleeve.
Tianyu remained expressionless, subtly shifting his body to dodge the attacks, while using the crowd as cover to slowly retreat towards the banquet entrance.
The assassin, however, remained relentless, his gaze fixed intently on Tianyu's figure.
Seeing the gate so close, Tianyu suddenly used his internal energy to increase his speed, and in a flash, he was already outside the gate.
The assassin, disguised as a waiter, was stunned. How could his target have vanished into thin air?
However, he quickly came to his senses and chased after them without hesitation.
In the small garden, Tianyu concealed himself, waiting for his opportunity.
The assassin approached cautiously, each step seemingly treading on a blade.
Three, two, one...
Just as the assassin lowered his guard, Tianyu suddenly struck, grabbed the assassin's wrist, and with a clean and swift turn, subdued the assassin firmly.
"Who sent you?"
Tianyu asked in a low voice, a hint of ruthlessness in his tone.
The assassin gritted his teeth and remained silent.
Tianyu knew he couldn't get any useful information from the other party at this moment, so he quickly handed the assassin over to his comrades who had arrived.
"This person attempted to assassinate me; he must be thoroughly interrogated."
His comrades nodded in agreement and quickly knocked the assassin unconscious and took him away.
However, Tianyu's heart was not at ease because of this.
Since Tianyu had already safely left the banquet, he immediately ordered everyone to evacuate.
As Tianyu watched his comrades safely withdraw, his heart pounded – but Jiang Songchu was nowhere to be seen.
He frowned as he got into the car to change, swapping his elegant white suit for casual clothes that allowed him to move around easily. After putting on a black hat and a mask, he turned and ran back to the banquet hall.
On the other side, Jiang Songchu frowned as she looked at Bella, who was blocking her way. She turned slightly to the side, afraid that Bella would vomit on her.
Jiang Songchu did not walk towards the stairs, but instead turned around and entered the room closest to her.
The moment she closed the door, Bella snapped to attention, rushed into the room, and slammed the door shut with a loud bang.
"Miss Jiang...where are you going?"