BXBX NOVEL Chapter 179 - 179: God’s Favor
When Loya, who resided in the distant Empire, learned that not only had Liao Ning’s reputation remained untarnished by the post, but she had also gained a significant number of new fans after proving her innocence, Loya became infuriated. She vented her frustration by smashing a few vases until she finally calmed down.
After regaining her composure, Loya couldn’t help but find her previous outburst rather ridiculous. It was she who had orchestrated the slander against Liao Ning for plagiarism. Since Liao Ning was innocent, how could her reputation suffer because of baseless accusations?
It seemed that as long as she herself didn’t engage in wrongdoing, there was no need to fear the consequences. Even if adverse situations arose, she could face them calmly.
Unlike in the past, when Loya would panic upon hearing negative comments, fearing that her past deeds would be exposed, potentially dealing a fatal blow to her reputation.
“Your Highness, should we continue targeting Liao Ning?” cautiously inquired Loya’s subordinate.
Loya let out a sigh. Given that Liao Ning was now in the Alliance while she resided in the Empire, their paths would no longer cross in the future. For the time being, she would set aside her animosity towards Liao Ning. The most crucial task at hand was managing her own affairs.
“There’s no need. You may go and receive your reward,” Loya replied.
“Thank you, Your Highness!”
As Loya watched the person happily leave the room to claim their reward, she began contemplating the future development of the Royal Gourmet Manor. She wondered how Xiao Han’s team was faring.
It was uncertain if Xiao Han had overheard Loya’s thoughts, but later in the afternoon, as Loya savored her afternoon tea, a maidservant came to inform her of the arrival of Duke Brian’s daughter.
Loya promptly instructed the maid to bring Xiao Han to her chambers, where she asked her directly, “Xiao Han, are you prepared?”
Sensing Loya’s unease, Xiao Han didn’t dwell on the matter further. With a reassuring smile, she replied, “Yes, Your Highness. I have successfully recruited enough individuals. We now have a total of 65 dedicated and willing members.”
“That’s excellent news. Bring them to the new manor tomorrow. For the next two months, I will personally oversee their training alongside the head chef.”
After witnessing the tremendous benefits the princess had brought to the commoners through the revival of ancient cuisine, Xiao Han had become the princess’s most devoted admirer. She unwaveringly followed the princess’s decrees and guidance.
Having personally bid farewell to the accomplished Xiao Han, Loya silently prayed, hoping for a stroke of luck from the heavens. She yearned for the smooth operation of her royal gourmet manor, envisioning its expansion across every city in the empire, providing the commoners with easy access to the enriching delights of ancient cultural delicacies. It would liberate them from their dependence on the mind-stifling potions they consumed daily.
Meanwhile, deep within an underground base on Planet Golden Rice, Zhou Ye, accompanied by his wife Mi Lu and the insect youth named Davies, embarked on their journey to Planet Beijing aboard a small commercial spaceship.
Zhou Ye arranged for his wife and Davies to settle in the manor he had discreetly acquired, before making his way to the Capital Star Bath on the Empire’s Planet Beijing.
The person in charge of the bathhouse was a tall, slender middle-aged man, elegantly attired in a wine-red suit. He wore a sycophantic smile as he respectfully addressed Zhou Ye, “Lieutenant Colonel Kevin, I’ve heard so much
about you. Welcome to the Capital Star Bath. I am Carrick, the manager.”
Zhou Ye reciprocated the smile. “Mr. Carrick, I’ve often heard our leader speak highly of you. He regards you as an exceptional businessman with remarkable acumen, skillfully managing the bathhouse on Planet Beijing and consistently contributing substantial funds to support our cause. The leader is truly grateful for your dedication.”
Carrick, upon hearing Zhou Ye’s words, understood that these were not words spoken by the leader himself, but he chose not to reveal this fact. Instead, he continued to flatter Zhou Ye, eager to maintain their harmonious interaction. “Lieutenant Colonel Kevin, your praise humbles me. It is my privilege to serve under the leader within the army. We all share the hope that the leader will swiftly overthrow the oppressive rule of the empire, ushering in a brighter future for our fellow citizens.”
Zhou Ye smiled kindly, but there was no smile in his eyes. He took out the document that Li Xian had asked him to bring and said to Carrick, “This is the information about Duke Brian that the leader asked me to bring specially. The leader hopes that with this information, you can deal with what will happen next more easily..”