Chapter 719: An Elegant Game
At such an important moment, he didn't want to waste time on Servis and the others, but there were 3 marquises and 2 prince's sons on the opposite side, so he had to treat this combination with caution.
Fragmentary footsteps were getting closer and closer, Servis and the others were like a pack of wolves smelling fishy.
Many people's eyes fell on the faces of Tang Fang and Senbat, and when they looked at the combination on the opposite side, their expressions became a little weird.
Under such circumstances, the two sides can no longer discuss the issue of "climbing to the top".
Tang Fang pouted and said, "I'm looking for you...don't bother me."
The meaning is very simple, Servis and others are here to look for him, hoping that he can go up to meet him, so as not to attract people here and spoil the mood for nothing.
Sunbat sighed and said helplessly, "Father hopes to meet Mr. Tang."
"Well, good." Tang Fang agreed with all his mouth, and sent Senbat away, and finally he could pick up the plate in front of him and put those things that could fill his stomach into it.
Although he hated Servis and the others, it was also because of them that he didn't have to face Sombart and worry about the fence-sitting faction.
Even if Tusna sent a communication request in a few days, he could push Kyrenia to the front, anyway, she was keen to find allies for herself.
Although... what he's going to do next is likely to sell his teammates, but he can't control that much.
He put a few pieces of small mousse on the plate, and put in 2 pieces of pudding, and when he was about to grill the venison, a white and slender hand stretched out from the side and pressed his wrist.
"It's not like you don't care about being full after you finish eating...a lot of people are watching you."
You don't need to think about it, you know who is in charge of him again.
He smiled mischievously, put the tongs back in place, held a plate that was not full of food, looked at her with aggrieved expression, and said, "I just want to have a full meal. Why is it more difficult than fighting."
Kyrenia ignored his coquetry and cuteness, looked at Sembat who was making a fuss with Servis, and said, "What did he tell you just now?"
Yes. To her, Captain Tang's complaints are acting like a baby. Maybe Claire would spoil him, but she wouldn't.
He stuffed a piece of mousse into his mouth angrily, and said vaguely: "What else can I say, isn't it the things you want to see?"
"Then did you promise him?"
Tang Fang said honestly: "I haven't said it yet,
They interrupted Servis and the others. "
"That old bastard!" Kyrenia looked at Elizabeth who was talking to Elena with a smile in the back of the hall, and said through gritted teeth.
She was much older than Freya and Tang Yun, but she looked pretty similar when she started ruthless, just like a kitten that had been robbed of a saury. It won't make people disgusted, it will only make people smile.
Tang Fang said, "I rarely hear you swearing."
Kyrenia said, "A big hen with peacock feathers."
Tang Fang spat out the panna cotta that he just ate into his mouth, no... he just sprayed it out, Kylinia seldom curses like that, one can imagine how much she hates that old thing.
He chalked it up to female rivalry, which, of course, centered not on men but on politics, because Elena wasn't like Kyrenia, though she was well aware that Elizabeth's affability was just a play.
Unexpectedly, he has always been calm and sophisticated. Let him see that Miss Kelenia, who always wants to hide, has such a naive and cute side.
The waiter hurried over and cleaned up the filth on the ground.
When they left, Tang Fang said: "Don't worry. Tucson will contact us in two days. Today's matter is just the Duke's asking for directions. Senbat has successfully completed it."
Kyrenia felt relieved after hearing this, glanced at Henrietta again, and said, "These old guys are really more difficult than one."
He wiped off the chocolate mud on the corner of his mouth with a paper towel, and felt wronged for the old man: "He didn't offend you tonight."
"That matter... are you going to do it or not? I'm worried that those who sit on the wall won't be able to accept that condition."
"Don't look at me like that..."
Tang Fang scratched his itchy nose and said, "I... haven't made up my mind yet."
"..."
Kyrenia suddenly became very quiet, just like Susan who was used to standing behind Harrington Harris.
This matter can only be chosen by Tang Fang himself. That is his responsibility, and he does not want his advice to be a burden to him. Although she would love to give some advice.
The music wanders in mid-air, and the collision of dance steps and clothes is like Lin Tao in the evening. White dresses and black suits fluttered on the dance floor like blossoming bouquets.
Henrietta stepped aside, not to disturb Captain Tang's enjoyment of the evening meal, and Sembart was also called out by Servis to speak unnutritious words, and from time to time there were hearty but empty laughs.
Tang Fang should have enjoyed a peaceful time with Kylinia, but unfortunately there are always people who are good at doing annoying things and ruining their beautiful mood.
An older waiter came from afar and said with a smile: "Mr. Tang, the queen is worried that you are not used to too western-style drinks, so she told me to come over and see if I can help you."
Since Tang Fang came to the meeting hall, he has not picked up the wine glass brought to him by the waiter. This naturally attracted the attention of many people. Thinking of his background as a commoner, he might not be used to drinking the wine provided by the palace.
The voice of the waiter was not loud, but his enunciation was clear and slow. Many people around turned their faces and fixed their eyes on his face. Even the dance music wandering in the hall became more and more soothing, and the dancers' steps slowed down accordingly. slow.
It was Elizabeth who asked the full-time bartender to come over and ask him what kind of wine he wanted to drink. This fully showed the host's importance to the guests, and only VIPs would receive this kind of courtesy.
On the face of it this is true, and many have even praised Queen Elizabeth for what a thoughtful person she is.
Tang Fang's complexion was a little ugly.
Kyrenia looked at the old woman deep in the hall, her eyes turned cold.
This is simply to make him look ugly in public.
In addition to dressing, speaking and manners, which can best reflect a person's taste and style, the choice of tea and drinking water is also an important reference.
The old butler of the former Duke of Congreve was in charge of Captain Tang's attire. Naturally, he couldn't find anything to criticize. He also tried to keep a low profile in his speech and demeanor. It was also impossible for her to cover up with Henrietta. What a joke.
However, the old woman Elizabeth chose to take the initiative. Send someone to create a topic so that he can make a fool of himself.
Kylenia knew the origins of Tang Fang, Tang Lin, and Tang Yun, and they never left the Megal star system. Entering the Sky Nest star area, it rose rapidly like a comet. It only took more than a year, and his way of looking at life is still at the civilian level. How can he be worthy of his current status? This is nothing in the Star Alliance, and he can even win the love of ordinary citizens. Out of the hero.
It's different in the United Kingdom of Turanx, especially at this kind of reception held by the royal family. It will only bring him a negative impact and become the laughing stock of the nobles.
Tang Fang couldn't just take someone's life in a cold-blooded manner just because of a few gossips from the nobles.
Anthem Will didn't do anything at the dinner party, but Elizabeth couldn't sit still, and began to save face for Turamon and Tyron's doormats.
Many people waited for Tang Fang to say something, maybe..."Thank you, no need." It was the best answer to avoid making a fool of himself. Of course, it would inevitably make people look down upon him, thinking that he did not have the cultivation that a nobleman should have. Sit down as a real landlord, local tyrant and nouveau riche.
Although in essence, he is a turned salty fish... However, no one likes to be described like this.
certainly. He can also name some high-quality baijiu, but he is always weak in such an occasion. There is another influence, he will appear out of place if he chooses oriental wine, and it is also a reminder from Elizabeth to the nobles present---Tang Fang is an outsider after all, not only not a noble, but also a stereotyped inheritor of Han culture. The so-called non-my race must have a different heart, and cooperating with him will definitely not end well.
People started short of breath, even the dance floor people stopped dancing. I want to know how Captain Tang will deal with such "kindness". And more people look forward to seeing his jokes.
When Henrietta thought of the two bottles of Erguotou, her expression was a little embarrassing.
Kyrenia certainly wouldn't make a fool of him. Scanning the chocolate pudding on Tang Fang's plate, he said in a very casual tone: "The 1937 Ikun Palace with chocolate pudding is a good choice."
The look of anticipation in the waiter's eyes was replaced by panic.
Although big-name wines such as Lafite and Hennessy are still operating in the market. But most of them just inherit the previous trademark and reputation. There are not many bottles of real old manor wine found in the entire Hillenbel region. This woman is lucky, and it is the old manor wine from 1937 when she opened her mouth.
Is there any in the palace? have! Even the hymn Will couldn't bear to drink it.
The surrounding nobles and ministers were in an uproar.
This is Kyrenia's counterattack, a challenge to Elizabeth.
From the food on Tang Fang's plate, I can find a reasonable match. It is still a very precious old manor wine that exists in the palace.
Should Elizabeth entertain Tang Fang or not?
Take it out, it hurts. It would appear disingenuous not to take it out. Both Henrietta and Gilcott know that there are wine cellars in the palace.
Elena at the depths of the hall noticed that the queen's face had changed, she was no longer so amiable and somewhat gloomy.
She posed a problem to Tang Fang, and Kylinia backhanded her. This slap in the face is beautiful no matter how you look at it.
However, just when all the guests were speechless, when Henrietta was shaking her face in a half-smile, and when Elizabeth was about to part with her, Tang Fang spoke.
"Kelinia, how could you be so rude? When we came here, we only brought a bouquet of flowers, but now we want to take away a mountain of gold from His Majesty the King. Taking advantage of it is not a good habit."
Yes, he called it taking advantage of it.
Kyrenia was speechless, and told him with her eyes not to interrupt, she just wanted to hurt the old woman.
"Be honest. A local rich man like me is more suitable for the combination of a Big Mac and a 60-year-old Lafite."
Big Mac + 60 years of Lafite?
People were astonished, as it turned out to be the exploding outlook on life of the local rich man.
Kylenia was also stunned.
Henrietta told several lords around her that this might be a good choice, and they must try it if they have the chance.
Sunbat smiled and said to Heloise: "Although I don't want to say it, but I did it. It tastes really good, and it's so charming, just like your beautiful figure."
Heloise is the youngest daughter of Psalm Will and Elizabeth. She is 32 years old this year. She married the second son of the first prince of the Monya Empire two years ago. She returned to China before the joint meeting. It was she who brought Su Shandong, Mongolia and Asia invited the United Kingdom of Turanx to join the alliance.
She is beautiful. Slightly inferior to Elena's, the skin is especially delicate and smooth, like tofu that melts in the mouth. It's just that her expression is not very good at this moment, because it is she who instructed the waiter to make things difficult for Captain Tang. Although the actual issuer of the order is Elizabeth, her mother.
Sunbat was praising her on the surface, and only she knew that it was the lord's subtle sarcasm.
At this moment, Tang Fang spoke again: "It's a pity that there is no Big Mac here, let alone a luxurious KFC lunch. I can't let the little brother go for nothing. The queen should blame you for not doing things well."
"A martini. Use gin instead of vodka, add some freshly opened vermouth and stir for ten seconds."
At the end of the song, the hall was so quiet that even the sound of a needle falling on the ground could be heard.
Kyrenia twitched the corners of her mouth, her expression a little unnatural.
The older waiter said with a bitter face: "Please wait a moment", turned and walked to the bar.
The people nearby didn't speak, and Henrietta took another plate of fruit from the waiter. He ate a lot today, and he seemed to have a good appetite.
Gilcott slid the last drop of wine in the goblet into his mouth with the utmost insolence. Not to mention hiccupping without grace, he said to himself, "Unfortunately, Melore didn't come."
He was talking to himself. But many people heard it clearly, and then looked at Prince Tulamon's face, and suddenly thought of something.
No one knew that Melor had once told Tang Fang that Turamon's ugly face was a beautiful sight, but it was a pity that he had no chance to see it.
Now, he saw it, it was indeed charming.
His words were not as aggressive as Kylinia's, but he had a sincere and humorous self-deprecation, and he was considerate of others' generosity. And wine feelings in line with the aesthetics of the nobility.
Sombart glanced at Elizabeth, feeling sorry for her.
He just glanced at it. Didn't dare to look more, but forgot one thing. What would happen if everyone in the hall glanced at the queen.
It's really ironic that Praise Will's peerless oolong in the joint council now falls on his wife.
Compared with the style of her and Kyrenia. Captain Tang now looks more like a gentle and refined nobleman.
The queen sent the waiter to make a fuss about his lack of aristocratic cultivation, and the result?
This slap was not as loud as Kyrenia, but it hurt even more.
Under his persuasion, Kylenia gave up the push, Elizabeth and the waiter didn't need to be embarrassed, and let all the guests present clearly see Captain Tang's character.
He can lean down to munch on a Big Mac or lift his head to enjoy a martini.
He became a gentleman, and the queen became a villain.
Also depressed are those who consider themselves aristocrats, who are landlords, local tyrants and nouveau riche who can't stand on the stage.
Who is the real nobleman?
"What a little fox who talks to people and talks to people." Sembart shook his head with a bitter face, and said to himself, no wonder those old guys from the Star Alliance Council would comment on him like that.
Tai Lun didn't have ugly facial expressions like Turamon, Serves and others, and there were some more complicated emotions in his eyes.
He was the one who was arrogant and arrogant outside the warp speed interception net on the first floor of "Khanos", and now he is the one who is kind-hearted. Isn't this kid tired? He is mentally ill...
The music started again, and the playing of the next dance song broke the eerie atmosphere in the hall. The young men and women on the dance floor danced again, and the people around raised their glasses one after another, suppressing their complex emotions with mellow wine.
This scene was like a new chapter in the book, alleviating the gloom on the queen's face, dispelling the ugly face on Tulamon's face, and lightening the shameful mood of the nobles.
Kyrenia's face returned to calm, but there was still a gleam in her eyes: "You guys are always good at bringing surprises or accidents to people."
Surprises always make people happy, but accidents are not necessarily a good thing.
Tang Fang smiled, without speaking, and put the chocolate pudding on the plate into his mouth.
In terms of speech and behavior, he must not be able to reach the level of the nobles present, but in terms of taste... Well, Captain Tang has never been high-quality, but he has Emma to assist him, and he needs to find some unique ways to drink Still easy.
Now the situation is that those who once despised him finally dare not show any more naked hostility. Of course, except for Servis et al.
"Do you know, in fact, Elizabeth didn't ask the waiter to come over just to make a fool of you, or to send a signal to the people present that you are a different kind. She has another purpose, and this purpose is the most important. , and it's beautifully done. Elizabeth... is not a simple character."
"The person who can be favored by Psalm Will and marry as his wife, how can it be an ordinary person."
Tang Fang took the martini handed over by the waiter, and his eyes fell on the portraits on the corridor on the second floor of the lobby. Just like what Kelenia said, the reason why Elizabeth sent someone to trouble him was not because she wanted to Seeing Captain Tang make a fool of himself, but want him to be the focus, to be precise, don't be idle.
From the dinner party to the reception, Tang Fang has always been the focus of attention, but... this is not enough, he must be kept under the interference of the new faction forces, so that those restless representatives of the lords who sit on the fence will suppress their restless hearts and not communicate with them. He approached.
Few people have the prestige of Tucena, few people have the courage of Tucena, and few people have the courage of Sunbat.
Of course, they can still approach them in private, but the unknown approach will minimize the negative impact, at least it will not make the lords and ministers of the new faction force fluctuate. You must know that Praise Will suffered such a big loss at Tang Fang's hands just now, and now that he is confirmed as the leader of the fence-sitting faction, it may have a huge impact on the ruling and opposition parties. (to be continued)