Chapter 1389 (Unknown Aura)
If it were the previous demeanour, Ye Hua would have slapped him long ago.
But his mood is not very good right now, so... Ye Hua turned his gaze to Qi Xuewen.
Qi Xuewen, who was slightly lowering his head, could feel that this man seemed to be staring at him... What does he want to do? Does he want to kill him? He was just talking big; it seemed like the punishment wouldn't be death.
"You... I seem to have seen you somewhere." Ye Hua said coldly, his tone exceptionally icy.
Qi Xuewen was taken aback, looking up at Ye Hua... he had absolutely no impression; where could they have met? They hadn't met before at all.
"I think... I probably haven't." Qi Xuewen weakly replied.
Ye Hua remembered now and said to Qing Ya and Qing Yutong, "Do you still remember that we had a meal at a seafood restaurant years ago, and Tang Wei seemed to have spilled a fish?"
"I remember!" Qing Yutong clapped her hands, memories flooding back. He even recalled encountering her in Aquapolis before.
That day, Wei Chang also rushed over and even fought the manager. But it was Qi Xuewen who saved the fish.
Qing Ya was reminded by Ye Hua and remembered as well.
"It's you," Qing Ya said softly. However, she couldn't understand. He and Ye Hua seemed to have no grievances with him. Why did he harbour such hatred? Was it jealousy?
Qing Ya's guess was correct. Qi Xuewen's jealousy was exceptionally strong, leading to this situation.
Qi Xuewen felt a bit at a loss. Ye Hua had sat with his wife and sister-in-law in a prominent position that day, so Qi Xuewen hadn't seen him. But Ye Hua and the others had a clear view.
Ye Hua curiously asked, "What did you mean by what you said at the execution ground? To surpass me?"
"No, no, no, I didn't mean that." Qi Xuewen quickly changed his tune.
"Then what do you mean?" Qing Yutong asked curiously.
Qi Xuewen felt this woman was like a demon. She had caused trouble at his wedding before... truly an unrelenting spirit.
"I... I was just... just buying them some time," Qi Xuewen suddenly had a flash of inspiration. That explanation seemed reasonable enough.
Jiu Ye and Long Aotian didn't say anything after hearing this. Consider it a favour repaid. They knew Qi Xuewen was really just trying to mess with the Wuxu Empire.
Saying he was buying time might not be entirely false, though.
"Then why did you threaten them?" Qingya asked.
Qi Xuewen's mind was working at full capacity, rapidly thinking on his feet. "Because they doubted my plan, so I had to take such actions."
After saying this, Qi Xuewen felt like a genius, spinning such lies effortlessly.
Qing Ya looked at Jiu Ye and Long Aotian. The latter nodded, backing up Qi Xuewen's lie.
Helping him was also a way to repay old debts. This lie could save his life. If they said anything different now, it was certain that Qi Xuewen would be dead.
Qi Xuewen breathed a sigh of relief. Thankfully, these two were sensible and didn't betray him. Otherwise, their families would be in danger!
Ye Hua and the others weren't fools; they noticed something was off. But they didn't say anything for now, deciding to deal with it later. After all, today's main focus was on Chang Hen and Chang Qing.
"Both of you, thank you for taking care of the children all these years. I appreciate it," Ye Hua said, acknowledging that Chang Hen and Chang Qing, for the sake of saving the children, faced death fearlessly. Such behaviour, if not for protection, what else could it be?
Although they were enemies in the past, it was evident from their actions regarding the children that they simply had different perspectives. If they were truly evil, they wouldn't have made the choices they did.
For the sake of the children and to set an example as a good father, Ye Hua had to put aside personal grudges. He couldn't let the children think that he was an unfeeling demon; he was a reasonable person.
"Emperor, your children are truly talented," Chang Hen could only smile in the face of this situation.
Chang Qing also felt helpless; encountering such a thing in this lifetime was indeed quite extraordinary.
"That is natural," Ye Hua felt a bit proud. His children were undoubtedly outstanding.
Hearing praise for his children from others still made him feel good. It was truly satisfying.
Now he finally understood why people often compared their children. Parents of outstanding children had a sense of pride that was quite remarkable.
At this moment, he really wanted to show off everywhere, but his status didn't allow it. Sometimes, he wished he could be an ordinary person, free to show off. If there was a chance, he wouldn't mind being an ordinary person in his next life.
Being the head was indeed challenging.
Ye Hua raised his wine glass and stood up, saying, "Both of you, I toast to you!"
No one had made Ye Hua raise a toast like this before. This time, it was because of the children.
Everyone naturally stood up. After all, they were still "prisoners" who hadn't been "pardoned" yet.
After a toast, Ye Hua smiled and said, "Everyone, enjoy the delicacies. These are specially prepared by a top chef."
At this point, Chang Qing jokingly asked, "Emperor, what if a different situation had occurred?"
Ye Hua replied casually, "Then, there would be no share for you."
Indeed, Chang Hen and Chang Qing were grateful for their choices, having narrowly escaped a disaster. It was truly not easy.
But the food was incredibly delicious. They had never tasted such dishes before. This emperor ate such delicacies every day! It was incredibly luxurious and delicious. What kind of meat was this? Why did it have the taste of fish?
The chef was incredible. Should they secretly kidnap the chef? They could have themselves and others learn from him.
The food was so delicious, truly scrumptious.
Long Aotian and Jiu Ye also tasted the flavours of their hometown, feeling a bit nostalgic.
But Qi Xuewen had no idea about the taste. The biggest flavour he felt was bitterness, and the food seemed indistinguishable from poison.
However, just as everyone was about to enjoy the delicious food, several unfamiliar auras suddenly entered their minds. It was evident that these auras were deliberately released to create an intimidating presence.
Chang Hen and Chang Qing's faces darkened; the newcomers were not friendly. Simultaneously, they turned their gaze towards Ye Hua.
Qi Xuewen also sensed it, a glimmer of hope appearing in his eyes. Retribution had arrived! It was finally here!
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