Quick Transmigration: The Beautiful Host Wants to Have Both Love and Career

Chapter 299 The Beauty and the Boss's Love and Career (52 words)

His palms were slightly sweaty, and he unconsciously wiped them on his pants.

Then, he cleared his throat and spoke in a slightly hoarse yet remarkably penetrating voice:

"Your Majesty, Your Majesty the Empress, and all the distinguished guests present."

I shouldn't have said anything in this solemn occasion.

After all, I'm just an ordinary person who only understands technology. I'm used to coding in front of a computer screen behind the scenes, and I'm really not good at speaking in this kind of setting.

But some things are really hard to keep inside, like a fishbone stuck in your throat—you just have to get them out.

As he spoke, he nervously rubbed his hands together.

His eyes quickly scanned the surrounding crowd, and every glance he met made his heart clench.

"His Majesty previously said that the Second Prince was unwell and unable to attend, and everyone expressed their understanding."

After all, everyone knows that the Second Prince has suffered a lot while wandering outside all these years, so recuperating his health is indeed of paramount importance.

Lin Yu paused slightly, took a deep breath, his chest heaving violently as if to encourage himself, and then changed the subject.

"But let's talk about that mysterious eldest prince."

For so many years, he has almost disappeared from the public eye.

In the imperial court, when ministers were discussing matters, he was rarely seen.

Ordinary people rarely heard news about him during their leisure time.

He seemed detached from all the royal celebrations and ceremonies, even such an important banquet as today's.

Royal affairs, both large and small, seemed to have nothing to do with him.

Now the Second Prince has finally returned.

I had hoped to see the two princes together, enjoying family time, and for us, their subjects, to experience the unity and harmony of the royal family.

But the eldest prince remained completely silent, which naturally aroused curiosity and even suspicion.

The moment those words were spoken, it was as if a bomb had been dropped into the banquet hall, and the already oppressive atmosphere instantly exploded.

"What Lin Yu said may be a bit presumptuous, even extremely bold, but upon closer examination, it is not entirely without reason."

As the eldest son of the royal family, the eldest prince should, according to common sense, play an important role in royal affairs, participate in court discussions, and offer advice for the development of the country.

Yet his actions were so low-key, almost unusually so, that it inevitably led to speculation.

"Yes, I've heard a lot of people talking about it privately at some high-end social events before."

It is said that the eldest prince has some mysterious businesses overseas.

The flow of funds in those industries is very strange, as if some unspeakable secret is hidden behind it.

He doesn't even show up at such an important royal banquet. Is there some hidden reason behind this?

Perhaps those businesses are related to certain decisions made by the royal family; it's just that we outsiders are unaware of it.

The emperor's expression, which had initially softened, instantly turned ashen.

The veins on his forehead bulged slightly, and the blood vessels in his temples throbbed, clearly indicating that he was thoroughly enraged by Lin Yu's remarks.

The Empress's gentle and dignified smile vanished instantly, replaced by a frosty expression, her eyes revealing the majesty of a ruler and deep dissatisfaction.

At this moment, a white-haired prince, trembling yet incredibly determined, stepped forward.

He pointed at Lin Yu, trembling with rage, his voice hoarse with fury:

"You audacious madman, how dare you openly slander the royal family in this sacred and solemn occasion!"

The eldest prince works silently for the royal family and devotes himself to the stability and development of the country.

He simply doesn't like to show off and has always been low-key and reserved. How could you possibly slander or fabricate stories about him?

You say he has mysterious businesses overseas and his funds flow in strange ways, but do you have any solid evidence?

If no evidence can be produced, it constitutes a grave offense of disrespect, punishable by death according to the law!

The old minister became more and more agitated as he spoke, his chest heaving violently, as if he were about to unleash all the anger in his heart.

Upon hearing this, a flicker of panic crossed Lin Yu's face, but he still steeled himself, straightened his back, and said:

"Your Highness, please don't get angry yet."

I really didn't mean to slander the royal family; I just think everyone has the right to know the truth.

These messages have been widely discussed online. Although there is no conclusive evidence, people's doubts are real.

I also hope that the royal family can give everyone a reasonable explanation, which would be good for the royal family's reputation.

Otherwise, if people's doubts continue, how can they wholeheartedly support the royal family in the future?

I believe the royal family has always had the country and its people in mind.

"It's just that explaining some things publicly will put everyone at ease and also strengthen the relationship between the royal family and its subjects."

Lin Yu finished speaking in one breath, and fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.

He looked nervously at the prince, then at the emperor and empress, awaiting their response.

The tall, heavy, carved doors of the banquet hall creaked open, and a gust of cold wind, carrying the darkness of night, rushed in.

Everyone turned around in astonishment, only to see three figures striding into the hall.

"You're either interrogating me about my whereabouts or pointing fingers at my brother."

It seems you've been living too comfortably all these years, overthinking things.

The man in the lead spoke in a deep, cold voice, filled with disdain for them.

Everyone's attention was instantly drawn to them, scrutinizing the three unfamiliar figures repeatedly.

Although their clothes were simple, they inadvertently exuded an extraordinary air about them.

However, their faces were completely unfamiliar. Everyone's first reaction was that these were nameless people who had appeared out of nowhere, and they couldn't help but show doubt and disdain.

"Who are these people? They're not dressed like high-ranking officials or nobles, so how dare they be so reckless and cause trouble in this royal banquet hall?"

"Did they eat the gall of a bear and the heart of a leopard?"

"Exactly, they don't even know where they are. They have no manners."

But then, someone in the crowd suddenly came to their senses, their eyes widened, and they exclaimed in surprise:

"Wait, he just said 'my brother'?"

Could he be... the Second Prince?

These words caused an uproar in the entire room. Everyone stared wide-eyed at the man in disbelief.

"Is it really the Second Prince? Wasn't he supposed to be recuperating? How come he suddenly appeared here?"

"The change is too great. He is completely different from the Second Prince I remember."

Yun Suisi stood in the crowd, his originally calm expression suddenly changed, his eyes widened as if he had seen something unbelievable.

His lips trembled slightly, and something seemed to be stuck in his throat. After a long while, he murmured to himself:

"Is it Li Que?!"

Unexpected, yet also expected.

The emperor's eyes showed surprise at his son's sudden appearance, a natural reaction born of blood ties.

There was also helplessness and anger at this chaotic situation.

The banquet, which should have been a joyous celebration, was ruined by one person after another.

The Empress's eyes were filled with heartache and worry.

She subconsciously took a step forward, raising her hands slightly, as if she wanted to immediately embrace her son.

But the extremely tense atmosphere prevented her from doing so; her hand trembled slightly in the air before she finally lowered it slowly.

The Second Prince's cold gaze swept across the entire room, like a sharp sword slicing across everyone's face, finally landing on Lin Yu.

Lin Yu felt a chill run down his spine under his gaze, as if he were being stared at by a ferocious wild beast.

The hairs on my body stood on end, and I instinctively took a step back, almost falling over.

"You have the courage to question my brother and the royal family."

The second prince spoke slowly, his voice not loud, but it carried an irresistible sense of pressure, each word seemingly carrying weight.

"But some things are not for you to speculate on."