Translator: Abyssruler Editor: Lucas
The whole incident had finally ended. Although it was over for Wang Zheng and the rest, the road to rebuild Aisbotan had just started. Without a doubt, the way the incident was handled by the Hail Cloud Alliance had won them relatively high points internationally. At the same time, a heated discussion about the pirate incident occurred. Various countries had started patrolling around their own star region to deter pirates. However, they were only following the trend. After the incident was exposed, all the pirates had disappeared and had covered up their trails. The boundary-less star regions were their playgrounds. Nonetheless, this incident was truly a huge blow to them. For a relatively long time, the days of the pirates wouldn’t be great.
The Ai Family had also broken into cold sweat. It would be a huge problem if Ai Xiaolu encountered any mishaps. However, the Ai Financial Group still obtained a lot from this incident. On the contrary, the Cronode Family, who had been planning for a long time, suffered a double loss. This was a huge blow to them. At the same time, they had to face a series of investigations on how the pirates had arrived on Aisbotan. This matter would probably not be solved anytime soon.
All these matters were had nothing to do with Wang Zheng and the rest. The argument of the feud between Ai Family and the Cronode Family couldn’t be completed in 3 days and nights.
The Ai Financial Group also held a grand celebratory banquet for the teenagers. The students of the Elite Academy had made extremely important contribution this time. If it weren’t for them, there will never be this big counterattack. Moreover, they had saved so many people.
They had thought that the banquet would be held in the Ice Spear City and would just make do with what were there. However, Ai Xiaolu shook her head. The conditions in the base were too poor. Although Ice Spear City had returned to its usual life, it wouldn’t be enough.
The crowd was cheering. Ai Xiaolu smiled. With a message from her Skylink, a luxurious flying ship that had been waiting on the planetary orbit immediately started descending. Currently, The Aisbotan Star was under a semi-lockdown state controlled by the military. Other than spaceships from the Ai Family and the military, all other spaceships from others powers were prohibited from entering.
At the capital of Hail Cloud Alliance, Emmonton.
They had the feeling of returning to civilisation. Wang Zheng took a deep breath. Through the trial in Aisbotan, he could also feel the Ice Yuan Qi in this place. It was just that in comparison, it wasn’t as concentrated and violent and was more nurturing in nature. It felt as though each place had its own way to support its own inhabitants.
After alighting from the spaceship, Ai Xiaolu led the way. Everyone also had a great time playing and understanding the way of life and culture of the Hail Cloud Alliance. As compared with the pure industrial city like Ice Spear City, Emmonton’s attractions made one feel a little lost and forgotten about returning home.
When night time arrived, the preparations of the celebratory banquet were ready. It was to be held in the banquet hall of Azeroth hotel on level 3, a property of the Ai Financial Group.
“Today, you guys can play as much as you like and be sure to be happy. It will be my treat. Those who are courteous to me would mean that you are looking down on me. Also, those who want to befriend the beauties of the Hail Cloud Alliance do not try to act cool later. The beauties of the Hail Cloud Alliance wouldn’t take this well.”
Ai Xiaolu reminded the rest as she laughed. After going through an ordeal, the relationship between everyone had become closer imperceptibly. Making some jokes could make the atmosphere better.
Snow Li who was carrying Ke Ai also smiled faintly. This little thing wasn’t afraid of humans but wasn’t willing to allow others to approach. This made a lot of people surprise at it. After all, everyone had heard about this ice beast for a long time and yet this was the first time they seen it being so close with a human. The blessing of the Dancing Ice Dragon was truly a little magical.
“Cough. I had some things to settle. I’ll be back in a while.” At this moment, Cai Yingmeng was being a little unsociable. In fact, since he had arrived in Emmonton, he had been on his Skylink. Throughout the day, he hasn’t been playing much.
“Alright, we know about it. Quick go. It would be better if you don’t return.”
“It was a rare opportunity. Do not squander it.”
Those who understood the situation had all laughed. They all knew that Cai Yingmeng had a girlfriend from the Hail Cloud Alliance. He had been to the Hail Cloud Alliance for trials for 3 times. Rather than saying it was for improving himself, it would be better said that he was making use of the opportunity to date.
“I’ll see you guys later.” Cai Yingmeng smiled and held up his fist. After which, he dashed off like a streak of smoke. He had not even shown this speed during training.
The group had arrived at the hotel. This was one of the highest class hotels in Hail Cloud Alliance. From the outside, it looked just an ice castle. After entering it, the large space of the hall and the icy snow-white decorative style made them feel that they had arrived at the palace of the goddess. The music from the piano was like the water of the stream that had melted from the ice and snow and washed away the fatigue of the group.
“All the girls follow me. Guys please make yourself at home.” As Ai Xiaolu waved her hands, the eyes of the girls all lighted up.
For the guys, the banquet was just a place for them to relax and interact. Wearing military uniform or a suit wouldn’t make a difference. However for the girls, it wouldn’t be that simple. No matter how they might look like, a different dress and look was the basic etiquette of girls in such occasions.
Wang Zheng and the rest had arrived at the banquet hall at level 3. Once they stepped out of the lift, some of the hungry wolves who were talking about how to get girls later suddenly started behaving like they were well-mannered and soft spoken.
A large group of beauties walked towards them directly. Each of their smiles were like blossoming flower, each with its own style.
Clearly, this was planned and they had been trained. Everyone had a beautiful lady follow them to introduce the banquet. They were also able to call out each person name accurately.
Obviously, Wang Zheng was the exception. Beside him was a waiter, a male waiter.
Ai Xiaolu! Wang Zheng shook his head speechlessly. Although he didn’t mind it a lot, the way others were looking at him was a little weird. If it wasn’t the fact that Snow Li and Ai Xiaolu had some special relationship with him, how would he be treated this way?
This celebratory banquet was not only attended by the students of Elite Academy X. There were also many celebrity and talents who had received the invitation.
The waiter introduced about the situation of the banquet in a simple manner before bringing Wang Zheng to the self-service food area at one side. Clearly, this was all pre-arranged by Ai Xiaolu.
Wang Zheng smiled. Senior was being really thoughtful. However… this was very suitable for him. To him, the celebratory banquet was equivalent to a place to eat and drink. Soon, Wang Zheng started feasting.
The girls taking a long time for putting on their makeup was the most truthful saying in the world. After taking almost half a day, Snow Li and Ai Xiaolu still couldn’t be seen walking down.
Everyone was a teenager and they were thick skinned with skills. There were already several couples. However, these were only temporary. Whether they would last could only be known after they went through some long distance relationship. No one could be sure that without the banquet as a disguise, would everyone still have the same feelings?
Wang Zheng also got to know some new friends. It was just that the process wasn’t as exciting as the other students. It was through a very regular interaction.
“You must be Wang Zheng! I’m Neptulon from the Deep Cloud Academy, physics department! I had never expected to be able to see you here…..”
An admirer. They took a photo together and the process could be considered to be rather enjoyable.
However…
“You must be that Wang Zheng from IG! I can recognize you.”
The one with a fierce look was an admirer of Snow Li. The one who defeated Snow Li during IG would be their public enemy.
However, it was still alright. Everyone was an elite. After staring at each other, they still had a toast of good wine. The people from the Hail Cloud Alliance still respected the strong. Luckily Wang Zheng’s capacity for liquor had been well-trained. He was just worried he wouldn’t have enough to drink.
The strangest thing was that a twelve-thirteen year old Loli had slipped in unknowingly. She stared at Wang Zheng for a long time before asking,” You are Wang Zheng? You aren’t handsome at all.”
Wang Zheng who was eating some roasted meat almost choked on it. What did such a small child know about handsomeness. “Be good and go play in another corner.”
“I heard that your relationship with Snow Li is great. Is that true? Would you all become a couple? Whoever marries her could also receive the blessing!” The little Loli tilted her head and gossiped excitedly.
Wang Zheng was speechless. Although a child would babble whatever she liked, there should still be a limit to it?
Loli opened her mouth and wanted to continue talking. However, the whole crowd went silent suddenly.
Wang Zheng turned around and saw Snow Li…
She had put on full makeup and looked dreamy. Her white dress covered the curves of her body and she was just liked a spirit goddess that had walked out from the ice and snow. The lively little ice beast had jumped onto the shoulders of Snow Li. This combination looked unparalleled-ly agile and smart.
Everyone could almost not see anyone in their eyes till Ai Xiaolu walked out from the back of Snow Li. She was in a dark black evening gown. Her shining eyes were like the stars in the night sky, shining brilliantly.
The black and white sisters had made the entire hall even brighter.
“How is it?” Snow Li stood firm in a natural and poised posture in front of Wang Zheng. She was smiling faintly and demonstrating her attractiveness.
“It’s alright.” Wang Zheng rubbed his nose. Truthfully speaking, she made his thoughts run wild. However when he turned around, that Loli from before was still around. She was looking up and scrutinising the looks of Snow Li and didn’t seem to be a kid at all. Her gaze seemed to give off the feel that she was already an adult.
Snow Li looked down and saw that little girl. She blinked and asked,” Loli Ai, why would you be here?”
“Snow Li, your boobs are one size bigger since the last time we met. What is your secret?”
Loli blinked her eyes and used her hands to illustrate Snow Li’s size.
Snow Li rarely blushed. The figure of a girl was a secret. It was especially so to be exposed in front of the person she liked. Even if it was her, she still felt shy for a second. However, she recovered in the next second. This was because Ai Xiaolu had run over and pulled the ears of the little Loli. “Brat, who allowed you to be here?”
“D*mn witch, why didn’t you get captured by the pirates!”
Little Loli got away from Ai Xiaolu forcefully.
Ai Xiaolu had smiled. “You were worried about me right? Be good, this isn’t a place for you to be. Quickly go back.”
“I don’t want to!” Loli Ai hid behind Wang Zheng instantly. She was grabbing Wang Zheng’s arm and it looked as though she was saying that this was her guiding angel.
Wang Zheng smiled. It was rare to see someone who could go up head to head with Ai Xiaolu. “Senior Xiaolu, who is this little girl?”
“Who’s a little girl! Be courteous with your words. I am Loli Ai, the vice CEO of Ai Financial Group.”
“She’s just my cousin. She would only be the vice-CEO when she reaches 14 years of age.”
“I’m already 14.”
“You are only 12!”
“14!”
“I’m too lazy to argue with you, brat.” Ai Xiaolu turned around and ran away.
“Don’t run away! Make things clear!”
Ai Xiaolu clearly was luring this brat away and allowed Snow Li and Wang Zheng to have some personal space.
Snow Li smiled and said, “Loli Ai might be small in size but definitely not in the way she acted. If she said anything disrespectful previously, I would like to apologise on her behalf.”
“She didn’t. I think she’s pretty cute.”
Wang Zheng put down the plate on his hands. He was almost done with eating. When he turned around, he could see a large group of young and talented guys looking at him with hostility. They were all here for Snow Li. Looking at Wang Zheng who was standing opposite of Snow Li who was talking and smiling, they were both envious and jealous.
