The White-haired Queen

Chapter 143 The Water Fell

This sentence was like a stone thrown into the lake, instantly breaking the original calm atmosphere at the scene and causing quite a commotion. People began to whisper and discuss. Some excitedly agreed, thinking that this would enhance the friendship between the two sides; others looked embarrassed, worried that the members of the Shangxie Kingdom delegation would not be able to adapt to such an occasion. However, no matter what everyone thought in their hearts, this proposal had spread throughout the venue like a gust of wind, causing everyone to look at it sideways.

Bei Mingyu raised his lips slightly, looking at Wen Lanyue with a half-smile, his face showing a look of watching a good show. Wen Lanyue also smiled faintly, with a provocative look in her eyes, as if saying: "You want to watch the fun? Then beg me!"

At this time, the entire banquet hall fell into a dead silence. Everyone held their breath, not even daring to breathe, for fear of angering the noble prince. All that could be heard was the north wind whistling across the grassland, blowing the flag of the Northern Cang Kingdom, making bursts of "fluttering" sounds; the wind blowing through the leaves, making a "rustling" sound; the birds singing happily in the air, making crisp "chirping" sounds; and on the grass underfoot, the autumn insects chirped softly, making soft "whimpering" sounds...

However, at this moment of silence, a sharp cry suddenly came: "Fire! Fire..." This sound was like a thunder, breaking the silence of the night sky. In an instant, the whole banquet hall was like a pot of boiling water. The crowd began to flee in panic, pushing and shoving each other. Seeing that a stampede was about to happen, the situation became chaotic and dangerous.

Bei Mingyu shouted, "Don't make trouble! I am here, who dares to act rashly?"

His voice was like thunder, resounding throughout the banquet venue. The originally chaotic crowd instantly quieted down, and everyone stopped and looked at the majestic prince.

Bei Mingyu had a stern expression, and his eyes scanned everyone sharply. He exuded a powerful aura that made people shudder.

"Everyone calm down!" Bei Mingyu shouted again, "Don't panic, follow my command!"

People were shocked by his momentum and followed his instructions. Some guards quickly organized the guests to leave the scene in an orderly manner, while others picked up tools and rushed to the fire to put it out and minimize the losses.

Wen Lanyue was worried that the wind was too strong on the grassland. If the fire was fanned by the wind, it would inevitably fuel the fire and make the situation worse. So, she made a suggestion without hesitation: "Lin Yuanzhi, quickly dismantle the nearest tent! This will prevent the fire from spreading further."

Lin Yuanzhi responded: "The spies just reported that only Duanmu Yi's tent is on fire."

Wen Lanyue said after hearing this: "Well, let's go over and take a look at the details." Just as Wen Lanyue was about to rush forward, suddenly, a sharp flying knife shot straight at her like lightning. However, Wen Lanyue was agile and she reacted quickly, doing a split leg move and cleverly avoiding the fatal blow. The flying knife whizzed past her head, but did not stop its fierce attack and went straight to Bei Mingyu. Bei Mingyu was calm and just tilted his head slightly, and successfully let the flying knife pass by his ear.

Bei Mingyu's eyes were sharp and he ordered in a firm tone: "Tonight, all the guests who have not left yet, no one is allowed to leave this banquet hall without my permission!" As soon as these words came out, it was like a huge rock falling into the water, causing a thousand waves. The banquet hall suddenly became noisy, and everyone began to whisper to each other.

However, Bei Mingyu stood there like a sculpture, turning a deaf ear to the noise around him, and just focused on directing his men to deal with the fire. With his bold decision and precise command, the fire was quickly contained, and a crisis that could have caused a disaster was successfully resolved.

As time went by, the banquet hall gradually returned to calm, as if nothing had happened. Only the black marks left on the faces of the soldiers who had just put out the fire and the wisps of smoke still rising not far away silently told of the thrilling scene that had just happened.

Wen Lanyue quietly watched Bei Mingyu handle all this, and couldn't help but admire him a little more. This man not only has a handsome appearance and noble status, but also has the qualities of being calm, steady and decisive in the face of danger. Every decision he made seemed so wise and decisive, as if everything was under his control.

"Okay, the crisis has been resolved." Bei Mingyu walked to Wen Lanyue and said with a smile, his voice revealing confidence and calmness. His eyes fell on her gently, as if conveying a sense of reassurance to her. "However, I'm afraid this banquet can't continue. Why don't we enjoy the beautiful scenery of the grassland together."

Wen Lanyue nodded slightly to show her agreement. Bei Mingyu called an adjutant and ordered in a firm tone: "The investigation here is left to you. You must find the person who used the flying knife. I want him to know that challenging my bottom line will cost a heavy price. Teach him a lesson and let him remember it." There was a hint of majesty in his voice, and people dared not disobey.

The adjutant replied respectfully: "Yes, Your Majesty! I will do my best and live up to your expectations..."

Without even waiting for the adjutant to finish his words, Bei Mingyu made a gesture of invitation, inviting Wen Lanyue to stroll on the grassland together. Seeing this, Lin Yuanzhi also wanted to follow, but Bei Mingyu quickly made a stop gesture and said, "Trust me, I will definitely be able to protect her safety."

After hearing this, Lin Yuanzhi did not show any intention of backing down, but responded firmly: "Envoy Wen must be within my sight." Faced with Lin Yuanzhi's firm attitude, Bei Mingyu felt very helpless, but finally chose to allow him to follow behind from a distance.

Bei Mingyu turned to face Wen Lanyue, smiled and held out his hand. Wen Lanyue hesitated, but still gently placed her hand in his. The two walked side by side into the depths of the grassland, away from the hustle and bustle and danger, feeling the tranquility and beauty of nature.

At this moment, Bei Mingyu and Wen Lanyue were comrades who had experienced a crisis together, but both of them were silent and did not speak.

Bei Mingyu felt very happy. As long as Wen Lanyue was by his side, even if she didn't say anything, just quietly accompanying him was a wonderful thing.

The wind still blew the flags, making a rustling sound; the leaves still rustled, as if accompanying them; the birds sang happily, as if celebrating this dangerous experience; the soft chirping of autumn insects on the grass under their feet, accompanied by the footsteps of the two, interweaved into a beautiful symphony...