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Chapter 569 Why Should I Punish You? (Please Subscribe, Please Vote for Monthly Tickets)

Alfred knelt tremblingly before Li Chen: "My dear Lord Wei, I think... I think I let something slip."

His forehead was pressed against the cold floor, and cold sweat poured down his face.

You should know that the Imperial Guard was clearly on an incognito trip, but now he has made it public knowledge.

To everyone's surprise, Li Chen simply chuckled and casually helped him up, saying, "Why should I punish you?"

Alfred was stunned, unable to believe his ears.

Li Chen patted him on the shoulder, his tone unusually gentle: "You went to earn merit with honor and integrity, so you should naturally receive the reward you deserve. Besides, we're not doing anything shameful."

Upon hearing this, Alfred was so excited that he was about to kneel down again, but Li Chen stopped him.

"Go prepare the victory celebration banquet, and remember to prepare plenty of good wine."

"Yes! Yes! I'll take care of it right away!"

Alfred ran off excitedly, already planning to get all the century-old vintage wines his father had treasured.

Didn't Dad used to say that he was a womanizer, had no future, and couldn't compare to his other brothers? What about now?
I met Lord Royal Guard because of my lustful nature. Although the process was a bit bizarre, I guess I managed to latch onto his coattails!

What's this called? It's called "You can't catch a wolf without risking your wife!"

After waiting for Alfred, there were only two people there. Xuanji said worriedly, "Your Majesty, if our identities are exposed, it will be difficult to explain."

Her concern was not without reason; this was the Eternal Day Empire, where powerful figures from the Holy See were numerous.

If you anger the Pope, things won't end well.

Li Chen smiled mysteriously and said, "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. I'll give the Pope a surprise."

Xuanji had been following Li Chen for a long time. She didn't know what he was planning, but she knew that Li Chen's statement about being measured meant he must have already come up with a plan, so she didn't need to worry unnecessarily.

Meanwhile, Carlos found Isabella in a secluded corner of the manor.

He cautiously looked around, and only after confirming that no one was around did he lower his voice and recount in detail how the branch altar had been destroyed.

After hearing this, Isabella's red lips parted slightly, and a hint of fear flashed in her beautiful eyes: "Why don't we just give up? He's really too dangerous."

After spending so many days with Li Chen, she naturally knew how strong he was, and knew everything about him.

A sinister glint flashed in Carlos's eyes as he gritted his teeth and said, "So all our efforts these past few days have been in vain? Are you willing to accept that?"

“But even the Blood Demon Angel was slapped to death by him, what other options do we have?” Isabella bit her lower lip.

"I have already reported this to the leader!"

Carlos lowered his voice, his eyes flashing with a mad light. The leader was a top expert of the Blood Demon Society, ranking among the best in the entire Eternal Day Empire.

As long as he sets the traps himself, that bastard won't be able to escape!
Incidentally, Carlos blamed Li Chen entirely for the destruction of the branch altar, without mentioning that his own plan had failed.

Anyway, everyone in the branch is dead, so there's no way to verify anything. Whatever he says is the truth.

If the leader finds out it was his mistake, he'll definitely have to go see the Blood Angel.

Isabella looked at her husband's contorted face, her heart filled with turmoil.

Her time with Li Chen these past few days had given her complex feelings for this powerful man.

But in the end, she nodded slightly: "Okay, let's hold on for a little longer."

Carlos breathed a sigh of relief and held his wife's hand tightly: "This is my good wife."

As night fell, Alfred's manor was brightly lit.

A grand victory celebration banquet is underway, and the entire manor is decorated in a magnificent manner.

Crystal chandeliers illuminated the hall as if it were daytime, musicians played elegant court music, and elegantly dressed waiters carried silver platters as they moved about.

The guests were all wealthy and influential, including the head of a saintly family, the patriarch of a prestigious clan, and even several bishops from the Papacy. Everyone wanted to catch a glimpse of the mysterious bodyguard. Suddenly, a commotion broke out at the entrance of the hall.

Alfred's parents have arrived.

His father was Castro, the current head of the Saint Clair family.

Today, Castro wore a dark blue tuxedo embroidered with gold, sported a meticulously trimmed beard, and exuded an imposing and dignified aura.

Wherever he went, guests greeted him with bows and salutations.

But what truly drew everyone's attention was the stunningly beautiful woman beside him, Alfred's mother, Lady Ophelia.

She wore a burgundy velvet gown that perfectly accentuated her breathtaking curves.

Her full breasts almost burst out of her clothes, and her slender waist and rounded hips created a breathtaking contrast.

The long train of her gown was embroidered with intricate gold thread patterns, swaying gently with her graceful steps.

A priceless ruby ​​necklace adorned her swan-like neck, gleaming brilliantly under the lights.

"My God, Lady Ophelia is still so beautiful."

"I heard that she was the most beautiful woman in the Eternal Day Empire when she was young."

"Her figure is even hotter than those young girls."

The guests whispered among themselves, their eyes involuntarily following the elegant and graceful lady.

Just then, the hall suddenly fell silent.

All eyes turned toward the stairs, where Li Chen appeared.

He was dressed in a white, gold-trimmed papal robe and slowly walked down the stairs.

That extraordinary aura made everyone present hold their breath.

"May the grace of the God of Light protect all of you present here." Li Chen gracefully performed a blessing using the Vatican etiquette he had learned in the past few days.

A round of enthusiastic applause immediately filled the hall.

Several bishops were so moved that tears welled up in their eyes, and they repeatedly drew the holy emblem on their chests.

Once the toasting ceremony began, the guests eagerly wanted to clink glasses with Li Chen.

Alfred then eagerly led his parents forward.

“My lord, this is my father and mother,” Alfred introduced with a proud expression.

Li Chen nodded slightly, his gaze lingering on Lady Ophelia for a moment before he said meaningfully, "Your father and mother are both people protected by holy light."

These words delighted old Castro, who quickly pulled his wife to a bow, saying, "Thank you for your kind words, my lord!"

Lady Ophelia gracefully bowed, the deep cleavage of her chest faintly visible.

She raised her captivating blue eyes, her voice as sweet as honey: "It is an honor for our whole family to receive the blessing of the Royal Guard."

Alfred watched with delight.

He could almost see his family prospering under his leadership.

After several rounds of drinks, Li Chen, having eaten and drunk his fill, excused himself, saying he couldn't hold his liquor and took his leave.

Although the guests in the hall were reluctant to leave, they dared not stop him and could only watch the mysterious bodyguard depart.

Old Castro watched Li Chen's departing figure, a shrewd glint in his eyes.

He gently tugged at the lady's sleeve and whispered, "Ophelia, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. If we can establish a relationship with this guard, our family's status in the Holy See will definitely rise."

(End of this chapter)