381: Chapter 381 Public Announcement

King Xuanyin's hand holding the teacup paused slightly.

She raised her eyes to look at Lin Yun.

Lin Yun stood beside King Leiyin, his expression calm.

He looked back at her just as calmly, a faint, almost imperceptible smile playing on his lips.

That smile, in King Xuanyin's eyes, seemed to say:

"Sister, look, I'm not someone who can just be snatched away by anyone."

A myriad of feelings churned within King Xuanyin.

Yet on the surface, she smiled with alluring charm and set down her teacup:

"Congratulations, King Leiyin. Congratulations, young friend Lin Yun."

"I have seen Fei Xue and Feiying; they are truly rare beauties. Young friend Lin Yun, you are blessed."

King Leiyin nodded with satisfaction, intending to offer some polite remarks.

Suddenly, King Xuanyin changed the subject, looking at Lin Yun with a playful tone:

"It is just... I am a bit curious."

"Young friend Lin Yun, earlier today on the competition grounds, you said you wanted to marry me, this sister of yours."

"How is it that by evening, you are already planning to marry someone else's daughters?"

The air in the side hall instantly stagnated.

Lin Yun was calm, unhurried.

He glanced at King Leiyin and King Blood Axe, then looked at King Xuanyin and spoke with composure:

"I was merely responding to the generous invitation of Senior King Xuanyin."

"Senior said she wanted me to submit to the Tianlang Empire, so I said, unless I marry Senior, I am not going anywhere."

He paused, his smile deepening:

"As for a real marriage, naturally, I must listen to the arrangements of my elders."

These words were measured and tactful.

He had neither offended King Xuanyin nor caused King Leiyin to lose Face, all while clearly stating his own stance.

King Leiyin praised him inwardly, his Face breaking into a smile once again:

"Good! Well said! Young people should leave their marriage arrangements to their elders!"

King Xuanyin watched Lin Yun's flawless demeanor and found it increasingly interesting.

She did not continue to press the issue, but gave Lin Yun a deep look, her eyes conveying a silent message:

"Little brother, don't think that just because you are betrothed, this sister will let you off."

Lin Yun understood.

He returned a faint look:

"Sister, feel free to try."

Their gazes collided briefly in the air, sparks flying.

Jasmine's Face was flushed with excitement, her two small fists clenched tightly.

This drama was getting bigger and bigger!

It was too exciting!

King Leiyin was completely unaware of the undercurrents between the two.

He patted Lin Yun on the shoulder and strode out of the side hall:

"Let's go! It is time to head to the banquet! Let everyone know that my Lingyuan Empire will have a grand celebration in three days!"

Lin Yun followed his pace.

Before walking out of the side hall, he turned back to look at King Xuanyin.

King Xuanyin sat in her chair, holding a cup of cold tea, watching his retreating figure with a calm gaze.

Once Lin Yun's figure disappeared at the doorway.

Jasmine could finally hold it in no longer and exclaimed in a low voice:

"Wow! Xuanyin, did you hear that! In three days! He is going to marry someone else! Aren't you anxious!"

King Xuanyin chuckled and set down her teacup slowly: "Anxious?"

She stood up, her purple dress unfurling, her alluring figure tracing a perfect curve under the lights.

"The wedding is in three days, isn't there still three days left?"

Jasmine was stunned: "You... what do you want to do?"

King Xuanyin walked toward the door without looking back: "Whatever I want to do, three days is enough."

Jasmine was stunned.

Then, she excitedly chased after her: "Wait for me! I'm coming too!"

In the main hall, the banquet was nearing its end.

The hall full of guests was chatting in small groups; some were reminiscing about the brilliant matches of the day, while others were exchanging toasts and conversation.

The atmosphere was warm and relaxed.

Just then, King Leiyin stepped onto the high platform in the center of the main hall.

His figure was tall, his aura robust, and his appearance immediately drew everyone's attention.

"Everyone, please be quiet for a moment."

His voice was as deep as thunder, instantly drowning out the noise in the hall.

All the guests set down their wine glasses and looked toward the high platform.

King Leiyin stood in the center of the platform, surveying the entire hall, his Face bearing an irrepressible smile:

"Today, my Lingyuan Empire's great victory over the Tianlang Empire is a joy that happens once in ten thousand years."

"To add joy to joy, I have a major event to share with you all."

He paused, his gaze falling on Lin Yun below the platform.

"In three days, Fei Xue and Feiying will officially marry Lin Yun!"

As his voice fell, the hall went quiet for a moment.

Immediately after, cheers rose like a tidal wave.

"Good!"

"A match made in heaven!"

"Double happiness!"

The hall full of dignitaries applauded and cheered, congratulations rising one after another.

The lights reflected the wine and color of the hall, and the atmosphere was heated to the extreme.

Lin Yun stood below the platform, cupping his hands to thank everyone, his expression gentle and composed.

Fei Xue and Feiying had been brought over by a maid at some point and were standing not far from Lin Yun's side.

The sisters' Faces were flushed red, their heads bowed, fingers twisting their hems, their hearts filled with both shyness and sweetness.

Lin Yun took the initiative to walk over, taking one in each hand, holding their slightly cool palms.

Fei Xue raised her head, her eyes shimmering with moisture.

Feiying bit her lip, the tips of her ears turning completely red.

The two allowed him to hold their hands.

Under the eyes of the crowd, the three stood together, a beautiful sight.

At the seats of the Tianlang Delegation.

Ai Wei watched this scene, her cat ears twitching slightly, her tail unconsciously wrapping around her wrist.

She muttered in a low voice: "He... is getting married?"

King Xuanyin only just walked into the main hall from the side door, happening to see the scene of Lin Yun holding Fei Xue and Feiying.

She walked back to the Tianlang seats and sat down as if nothing had happened.

Ai Wei turned to look at her: "Revered Master... where did you go just now?"

King Xuanyin picked up a glass of wine and smiled lightly: "I went out for a walk."

"Did you know?" Ai Wei pointed to Lin Yun on the platform.

"I know." King Xuanyin's tone was flat, "It is quite good."

Ai Wei looked at her suspiciously.

She always felt that Revered Master's tone was not quite right.

But she did not press the matter and continued to look at the platform.

The entire hall was filled with laughter and joy.

...

Jasmine had squeezed between Qiao Feifei and Su Yingxue at some point.

Her two small hands were holding a pastry.

While eating, she lowered her voice and said:

"Do you know?"

"Just now in the side hall, King Xuanyin asked Lin Yun right in front of King Leiyin..."

"How is it that you said you wanted to marry me during the day, but by evening you want to marry someone else?"

Su Yingxue and Qiao Feifei turned to look at her simultaneously, their eyes filled with surprise.

"Really?" Su Yingxue asked.

"Absolutely true! I saw it with my own eyes!"

Jasmine was so excited that pastry crumbs fell off.

"But your husband is impressive; with a few words, he smoothed everything over and even made King Leiyin happier!"

Su Yingxue could not help but look at that slender figure on the platform, her eyes filled with pride and joy.

Her husband, indeed, would never disappoint anyone.

Qiao Feifei leaned closer to Jasmine and asked in a low voice:

"Then King Xuanyin... what was her reaction?"

Jasmine swallowed the pastry, lowered her voice, and acted mysterious:

"Smiling on the surface, but what she was thinking in her heart, only she knows."

"But she said one thing before she left..."

Jasmine intentionally kept them in suspense.

"What did she say?"

The two were filled with curiosity.

"The wedding is in three days, isn't there still three days left?"

Jasmine's words caused Su Yingxue and Qiao Feifei to exchange a look.

These three days, it was feared, would still hold some surprises.