Extraordinary Rise: Starting Contract with the Silver Dragon Countess

Chapter 58 The Eldest Princess

Prince Xia Zuo was wearing a gorgeous brocade robe woven from magical silk threads, embroidered with mysterious runes and a dragon emblem symbolizing the family's glory.

He has a figure as straight as a pine tree, a handsome face, and black curly hair casually draped over his shoulders, like a shining star, exuding an irresistible charm.

At this moment, he was standing at the door with a gentle smile on his face, welcoming the celebrities and nobles who came to attend the birthday party.

"The Duke of Treville presented His Royal Highness with a set of advanced magic scrolls!"

"The Elf Envoy presents His Royal Highness with a 'Elf Holy Fruit'!"

"General Hernan presents His Royal Highness the Prince with a Dragon Scale Bow!"

……

Nobles arrived one after another, and the doormen's greetings rose and fell like a passionate symphony.

As time went by, almost everyone had arrived and it was about time for the banquet to officially begin.

But His Royal Highness the Prince was still standing at the door, as if waiting for something.

The nobles looked at each other and found that all the nobles worthy of His Royal Highness waiting in person seemed to have arrived. Who were they waiting for?

Suddenly, everyone discovered that there was a beautiful figure missing from the guests of "Pale Wings".

Suddenly, ambiguous smiles appeared in everyone's eyes. Yes, there was another person who was worthy of Prince Xia Zuo's personal waiting.

With the sound of a melodious bell, the banquet officially began.

Prince Xia Zuo still couldn't wait for the person he wanted to wait for. He sighed softly in his heart, with a hint of anger.

He sent a private invitation to Isabella alone. No one else, not even the princes and princesses of other kingdoms, received this treatment.

He has always been conceited and was unwilling to believe that he couldn't even deal with a woman.

Hearing the occasional whispers in the banquet hall, Prince Xia Zuo concealed his emotions well, smiled carefreely, and said to everyone:

"Sorry to have kept you waiting. The banquet has officially begun. I hope everyone will have a wonderful time!"

As he was speaking, the sound of high heels came from outside the banquet hall.

Soon, a stunningly beautiful woman walked in, but unfortunately she was not the one Prince Xia Zuo had in mind.

When the woman arrived, the doorman's greetings stopped abruptly, and even the smile on Prince Xia Zuo's face faded.

The woman walked lightly and gracefully, exuding an indescribable charm. The nobles bowed in greeting upon seeing her.
"I have met Her Royal Highness the Princess!"

The eldest princess of the Eastern Territory Empire, Grace Tang, curled her lips slightly, revealing a captivating smile:
"No need to be polite. Today is not my home court. I'm here to hang out with my bestie. You guys continue!"

The smile on Prince Xia Zuo's face completely disappeared.

The Princess of the Eastern Territory Empire seemed unaware of this, and waved at Prince Xia Zuo from a distance, with a half-smile on her face.

"Why, my dear cousin, where is my little Isa?

I heard you personally gave her a personal invitation, so why didn't I see her?"

A cold look flashed across Xia Zuo's brows. This cousin who often spoke ill of him in His Majesty's ear must have done it on purpose.

This woman is as vicious as her succubus mother!
She must have heard that Isabella wasn't there and came here on purpose to embarrass herself!
His Royal Highness the Prince suppressed his anger and smiled gently:
"Maybe Miss Wen Ze has something to do. After all, she has to assist Duke Wen Ze in managing such a large family. Our Eastern Region is so far away from the Central Empire, so it's understandable that she can't arrive on time." Grace gently covered her lips and smiled.

"Really? But there's no mention of this in the letter Isa sent me... Did you send the invitation to the wrong person?"

Prince Xia Zuo replied calmly:

"Perhaps, but my sister is an unusual guest today. Could it be that she has finally figured it out and wants to find a good match at the banquet?
That really solved a big worry for His Majesty.

Sister, please tell me which prince you like today, and I will definitely be your matchmaker! "

Grace's face was slightly cold, and her delicate hands were lightly clenched, revealing her bony palms.

Hearing the tension in the brother and sister's words, all the nobles showed a tacit understanding.

On the surface, the relationship between the brother and sister is not good, but in fact, this is a confrontation between two major political groups within the Eastern Territory Empire.

Grace is the only direct descendant of the elderly emperor of the Eastern Territory Empire, but Grace's mother is not orthodox, not even a pure human.

Therefore, as the nephew of the current emperor, Prince Xia Zuo has always been widely regarded as the first heir.

Moreover, Prince Xia Zuo's personal abilities are also outstanding.

In terms of talent, at the age of thirty, he was already a powerful eighth-rank [Dragon Vein Warlock]. Although he still had a gap to some of the top talents, he was definitely qualified to be the heir to the empire.

In terms of connections, the moment Xia Zuo stepped onto the political stage, many ancient aristocratic families extended olive branches to him.

His connections and relationships are spread across the continent. It is rumored that he maintains a good friendship with the mysterious [Cobalt Soul Academy] and even has collaborators in the Abyss Hell.

In terms of strength, he commands three "special-level" armies, five "elite-level" armies, and even an unknown number of "king-level" guards hiding in the dark to protect the prince's safety.

In every aspect, she is far superior to the eldest princess who comes from a succubus clan, has only a pretty face, and has yet to find a husband.

The reason why Prince Xia Zuo cares so much about Isabella is not only because he is attracted by the amazing charm of the Golden Winged Girl, but more importantly, he wants to gain the support of the richest "Golden Wing Family" in the Pan-Continent.

As long as he can marry the heads of the five major families of "Pale Wings", even if His Majesty is unwilling, the nobles of the Eastern Territory Empire will force him to the throne.

The plan was perfect, but Isabella was not so easily conquered, and with Grace's interference, the marriage was not going smoothly.

But it will be soon. Once his layout in the northwest continent is successful and he has the lifeblood of the Golden Wing Family under his control, she will have no choice but to submit!

A cold look appeared in the depths of Prince Xia Zuo's eyes - as for the empress, one in the Central Empire is enough!

Just as the atmosphere was becoming increasingly tense, the excited voice of the doorman suddenly came from outside the door:
"The first heir of the Golden Wing family, 'Daughter of Golden Wing' Isabella Wenze, has a gift!"

As soon as the voice came out, the atmosphere in the venue was immediately moved. Prince Xia Zuo smiled again, completely ignoring the eldest princess whose face had become gloomy and faintly doubtful.

The doorman's voice then rang out:

"Miss Wen Ze presented His Royal Highness the Prince with a legendary magic necklace—a 'Star Blessing' necklace..."

The doorman's voice became smaller and smaller. After seeing the gift clearly, he finally realized that he had caused trouble. His voice stopped abruptly, his mouth closed tightly, and his face turned pale.

Blessing of the stars!

The doorman suddenly remembered an incident that had been widely circulated in the imperial capital not long ago - the usually low-key Prince Xia Zuo spent a huge price at an auction to buy a legendary magic necklace, and the name seemed to be "Blessing of the Stars"!
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(End of this chapter)