Chapter 358 The Earl's Burning Eyes
Speaking of which, this should be Ji Ming's first formal participation in a noble dinner.
That time in Sunshine City, he did bring food and drinks, and he was right to eat old Sola ruthlessly.
But there are also ups and downs among insects. This group of monkey-like guys can't even understand the buffet. All the delicious food has been emptied out by someone. It takes a long time to replenish the goods, so they can only make do.
This time at Jueqiaoguan, it was indeed a lot more professional and formal. There were multiple places where you could get food, and there were waiters waiting on you throughout the process.
But before Ji Ming even finished the polite part, he encountered a series of troubles. The cook was also a human being, and he had already left the table after solving the problem.
He could only go back to the Guest House alone to dig out bread from his backpack and eat it. It was quite sad that he had accompanied his boss to a high-end restaurant to socialize, and finally returned home with a belly full of wine to make instant noodles.
Therefore, under the influence of the simple concept of "no matter how hard it is, it can't hurt the belly", he is still looking forward to the delicacies he can eat tonight.
——It’s finally my turn to be the leader. Everyone is toasting me some hammer wine. Let’s fill our stomachs first. Eat!
The chef of the Kazekage family did not disappoint him. Although the amount of dishes was still the usual pitiful amount, under the transformation of a certain senior savior, the number of dishes was doubled, and the proportion of meat dishes was greatly increased.
After seeing that Eleanor was suffering from psychological trauma and only dared to eat the dry food she brought with her, and now looking at the food in front of her and wanting to eat it but still not daring to eat it, Ji Ming very considerately took a bottle of family sharing bottle of Rejuvenation Four generations.
"How can a guest only eat the host's food? It's just right. This is my favorite work as a pharmacist. It has been developed into the fourth generation."
For a qualified aristocrat to learn how to manage personal IP, iconic things must be repeatedly emphasized. This principle was taught to him by Eleanor, so what follows is a skilled advertisement.
"It is very good for the body. It can be used as medicine when you are injured. It tastes silky, sweet but not greasy. It is also good as a drink to accompany meals on weekdays. The elderly and children love to drink it."
After that, as the bottle cap was unscrewed, Ji Ming scooped out a little with a clean spoon and shook it on the decorative candlestick next to it. In an instant, the sweet fragrance overflowed and emptied all the smell on the dining table.
Adults may be able to tolerate this kind of thing with determination, but most children are unlikely to refuse it, so Ji Ming plans to use the young master of the Earl's family as an entry point, and then...
? ? ?
Is it possible that this kid is one of the legendary few?
While everyone at the dinner table was looking at him, the youngest son of the earl was still slowly eating the small barbecue on the plate, looking like an NPC in the game in a calm and unhurried manner.
It wasn't until the mother beside him frowned slightly and touched him with her elbow that she raised her head blankly and smiled politely at the air like a reflex.
Seeing that the atmosphere was getting more and more awkward, Ji Ming could only quickly build a step for everyone to get off.
"Haha, your son seems to be a very well-educated person. Ordinary children can't sit still in such an occasion. No wonder the Kazekage family has been able to last for hundreds of years. This is evident from this alone."
Everyone also quickly went down the steps.
"Yes, yes, yes..."
The Chosen God took the initiative to take out his own magical potion, and the Earl also made a gesture, asking the maid to replace this round of dinner wine with the Fourth Generation of Rejuvenation.
Coincidentally, the rejuvenating liquid is also a dark and clear red, so even if the liquid in the goblet is changed, it will not look out of place, and it even has the effect of being hung on the wall when shaken.
In order to repay Ji Ming's high emotional intelligence, the earl swung the liquid and praised it as if he were actually drinking. After tasting it, he raised his glass.
"I didn't expect that I would be able to have such a good meal tonight, so let's toast to the joyful gathering tonight!"
After taking a sip of the rejuvenating liquid, the rawness on the scene disappeared. While Ji Ming put down the cup with a smile, he calmly began to observe again.
Although the archbishop is also weird in nature, he is a weird person blessed by the Holy Light God, and he can be regarded as a member of the Zhengri Banner of the Old Holy Mountain.
Therefore, the effect of taking the rejuvenating liquid was just like Eleanor beside her, with a reddish complexion and radiant face, and she wanted to grab a pair of bottles from the maid and blow on her.
The reaction of the countess and the young master was normal. After drinking it with a somewhat stiff posture, they smiled and nodded at Ji Ming. The kid brother also thanked him sensibly.
But the Count himself felt a little abnormal this time. He took a sip of the medicine into his throat as if he had drunk something. He twisted his face and covered his mouth. After adjusting for a while, he returned to his normal state.
"Ahem, sorry, I haven't had anything so sweet for a long time. It's just a matter of my personal taste..."
Everyone: "I understand."
And with the support of the fourth generation of rejuvenation, Eleanor, who thought she had the toxin immunity buff, also relaxed a little, and finally had a normal meal after many days.
So this meal is still quite hearty. It may not be possible for the wine to be dry in the glass, but it is definitely dry when the dishes are on the plate.
The process of the banquet also gradually advanced, and the meals became more and more sumptuous in the harmonious atmosphere. It was considered a feast for the guests and the host.
Just a little bit.
This is Tenis, the Archbishop of the Holy Light Church, the leader of the ascetic succubi, a talented two-foot cloth designer, and a perfect scorer in MILF.
This is Eleanor, a princess with a bright future, the daughter of a long-singer family, and a destined princess. Although her physique and emotional intelligence are as poor, her soft rice is definitely delicious.
This is the Countess. There is nothing much to say. She is just a minor role. Just know that she is the Earl's wife and they have a son.
Everyone likes to look at beautiful things and likes to socialize with capable people. This is human nature and the premise of the next argument.
So as a male noble with normal aesthetics and a large family to support, Earl Changge would pay attention to any of the above three people. Ji Ming can understand it.
Then...
Why are you looking at me like your wife! ?
Yes, it is clear that the Earl and his wife are chatting lively with the master and apprentice Tenis Eleanor, but his eyes slip to Ji Ming from time to time.
And it doesn't matter if they talk about other things. The most difficult thing is that the main topic at present is to recall the romantic love story of the Earl and his wife.
Ji Ming can only endure the atmosphere that has become weird again, while continuing to empty the meat in front of him, while quietly listening.
For nobles, marriage is more about finding a "good match" for the family than finding a good match for themselves.
Therefore, if nothing unexpected happens, as the heir appointed by the old man, Lange should marry the daughter of a count or even a marquis to consolidate the family's position in the central and southern parts of the kingdom.
Lange: I won't!
That's right, Lange, who has always been quite "rules-abiding", secretly fell in love with a girl who came from nowhere but was definitely a commoner.
After constantly delaying until the old man who was firmly opposed died, he withdrew his fiancée who had been negotiated by the family and firmly married his current wife.
For ordinary people, this is a story of deep love and loyalty. For nobles... It's none of my business, but I hope that the heirs of the other family will make such a stupid mistake (folding my hands).
Although Lange's deep love caused many of the interests and businesses of the Fengying family that had been negotiated to suffer losses, this was their choice, so as guests, they could only bless them.
"Thank you. Maybe it's because I've heard too many opposing voices. I'm really moved by these words."
Okay, I'm moved by you too. So can you stop pretending to wipe your tears and look at me quietly? ?
Ji Ming recalled the antique vases and various oil paintings he saw along the way. After confirming that Count Fengying's family should not be short of money, he ruled out the option that he felt sorry for me eating and drinking.
So what's wrong with this count?
Although I know that I'm destined to be charming, is it possible that the atmosphere of the kingdom is really so distorted that the nobles can't wait to do fancy things after enjoying a wealthy life?
It seems that I have to lock the doors and windows tonight, and I must never talk to the count privately in the future, otherwise it will be really dangerous.
...
That's not right. If this is the case, wouldn't it conflict with the affectionate character of Huiguang at the end?
This is not a family-themed bloody TV series at 10 o'clock in the evening. There shouldn't be twins with a second personality or something like that.
Although Tenis and Eleanor hadn't noticed it yet, when another piece of ribs disappeared, Ji Ming already felt that his inner questions were piling up.
At this point, there was only one way to solve the problem, that is, to take the initiative.
"Ahem, sorry, I have some personal matters, please allow me to leave for a while."
Yes, it was another pee!
Under the guidance of the waiter, Ji Ming quickly found the nearby bathroom. After politely expressing his gratitude with a smile, he climbed out of the window and landed silently in the bushes below.
Of course, he was able to do all this not because he was familiar with "Assassin's Creed", but because he had mastered the use of the Black Crown.
It is true that you need to wear it on your head to activate the second form, but there is no clear rule on which head it should be, so fingers are also OK.
As long as you put the Black Crown in your pocket, you can open the Eye Demon Alchemist form anytime and anywhere by touching it, which is even more refreshing than the transformation in the special drama.
Relying on the cover of mind magic, Ji Ming sneaked quickly in the night, swaggered through the streets in front of the patrolling guards, and came to a small courtyard behind the manor.
After climbing over the wall and entering, Ji Ming couldn't help but shudder, because he was very familiar with the smell here, which was the smell of Christine.
——Or, a strong smell of horses.
This is the earl's stable. Not only is it the earl's property, but their mounts and carriages are also parked here.
However, Ji Ming came here quietly not for them, but for the middle-aged man who was sitting not far away and washing the horses.
Hearing a light cough from his back, the man shuddered and slowly turned his head, then grabbed the pitchfork beside him and quickly stood up and questioned.
"You... who are you!?"
Ji Ming naturally couldn't show his true face to others, so he disguised himself as a classic man in black halfway, took out a card from his arms and threw it over.
"One of our own."
With the horseman's vigilance, he would not normally accept such a thing, but after sensing a familiar aura, he quickly extended his hand.
Things can deceive people, but this special aura cannot! He immediately knelt down and saluted with the card in his hand.
"Greetings, sir. I am a leaf-level envoy, codenamed Fudicai!"
Since Ji Ming has already infiltrated the regional organization leader of the Viper, it is only a piece of cake to get a sufficient identity card.
As the gatekeeper of the hills in the southern border of the kingdom, it is reasonable that there would be spies from the Green Organization in Fengying's lair.
According to the four-level classification of flowers, trees, leaves and grass, the person who was assigned to stay here was actually a second-level messenger. It seems that Fengying's status in the eyes of Shenlin is really not low.
As for why Uncle Fudicai didn't have the same spiritual beauty as his big sister, the venomous snake, in his every move...
Not everyone can have the high professional bonus of God's will + Eye Demon blood + Angel Magic like Ji Ming, and deep brainwashing is very difficult.
It's good to give a hint of suicide for this kind of consumables. Anyway, even if this little information is sold, it's not worth much.
As a special messenger of the venomous snake, Ji Ming also asked Fudicai about the situation of the Fengying family.
The groom naturally told him everything he knew, and enthusiastically handed over the topographic map he spent many years drawing and the patrol schedule for the recent period that he secretly obtained to Ji Ming.
"Okay, okay, the organization will not forget your contribution!"
Ji Ming took the card back, praised him like a real leader inspecting him, and left the stable with the information he wanted.
Haha, that's it...
As the saying goes, the mantis stalks the cicada, and the oriole is behind. Who would have thought that I, the cicada, could secretly become the father of the oriole and watch the mantis doing things?
Ji Ming, who thought clearly, quickly returned to the toilet, adjusted his clothes and prepared to play with the mantis after the meeting. As a result, when he opened the door, he saw the leaf covering the mantis.
"Oh, why is Mr. Earl here? Do you want to go to the bathroom too?"
The Earl's face trembled when he heard the words, and his beard moved, revealing a standard aristocratic smile.
"Haha, Lord Chosen, you are joking. I just heard that you have a wide range of interests, and I have something to ask you."
"Then please go ahead."
"Uh..."
Then Count Fengying was choked by Ji Ming's sudden words, and he seemed to be more hesitant. He was offline for a few seconds before making a gesture of invitation.
"Well, actually, the matter is quite complicated. Let's not talk here. Please, I have prepared coffee in the office. Let's talk slowly there."
No, I just swore to myself that I would never talk to you in private, and you came back with this, right?
Ji Ming could only quickly point to where he came from.
"Count, when I went out, my master specifically told me to discuss anything with the archbishop. Otherwise, let's wait until we are dismissed..."
"It's already dismissed."
"Ah?"
Today is 520, 11 o'clock in the evening, stick to being a writer's assistant, pure and simple, and clock in!