Chapter 896: Miscalculated

Chapter 896: Chapter 896: Miscalculated

"A place to kill boredom?" Ling Feng showed some interest. "Tell me more about it!"

Jenny explained, "During the conference, a series of duels are held on the Fengyun Platform. Most of the participants are the younger generation of noble families. Some fight for practice, while others are settling old scores. During the conference, private conflicts between families are strictly forbidden—any issues must be resolved on the Fengyun Platform. Of course, the challenged party has the right to decline."

𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚

"Interesting!" Ling Feng mused, stroking his chin.

Jenny sneered, "Interesting? If I told you that life and death are unregulated on the Fengyun Platform, would you still find it interesting? It’s nothing but an open venue for venting hostility—utterly dull and barbaric!"

Ling Feng chuckled faintly. The ancient European noble families also harbored all sorts of hidden battles among themselves. The establishment of the Fengyun Platform, to some extent, mitigated the in-fighting among the younger generation of these families. While the platform could get bloody, it was an effective way to not only resolve conflicts but also let the younger generation experience the harshness of life—a pretty clever solution, in his view.

However, it was clear that Jenny found such a savage and bloody method utterly repulsive. Ling Feng chose not to argue and instead changed the subject. "So, what’s next? I’m growing more and more curious about this conference of yours."

Jenny glanced at Ling Feng. "By the way, now that we’re here, can you finally tell me why you decided to bring your little subordinate along?"

"Are you sure you really want to know?" Ling Feng said with playful amusement.

"Hmph, stop being so mysterious!" Jenny tossed her head and said, "Fine, I don’t know your intentions, but I’m sure you have your own agenda. However, let me warn you: don’t think that just because you’re strong, you can do whatever you want here. The defenses in this place are beyond your imagination!"

Ling Feng was taken aback. "Jenny, are you... worried about me? Why do I feel strangely touched right now? I’m even starting to seriously consider Uncle Johnson’s proposition!"

"What proposition?" Jenny blinked in confusion, momentarily caught off guard.

Ling Feng said earnestly, "Of course, marrying you. Uncle Johnson even offered the entire Johnson Family as a dowry. Honestly, it sounds like a pretty good deal!"

"Why don’t you have the guts to say that in front of my father!" Jenny sneered. "If you dare and he agrees, I’ll marry you immediately. Deal?"

"Jenny, I’m not like those women you’re used to flirting with," Jenny said calmly. "Come on, I’ll introduce you to some people. Since you’re helping me play the part of my date, I’ll return the favor by introducing you to a few people who might be helpful to you."

Ling Feng looked at Jenny’s composed expression and smiled. "Then, thank you. But are you sure your real motive isn’t to publicly flaunt the fact that I’m your date?"

"Judging others by your own devious intentions!" Jenny’s heart skipped a beat, but she pretended to be angry. "Stop overthinking things and just follow me!"

Ling Feng shrugged and followed Jenny.

True to form, walking behind Jenny, Ling Feng was introduced to quite a few members of Europe’s old aristocracy’s younger generation. However, in Ling Feng’s eyes, it felt more like Jenny was showcasing the fact that he was her date.

Soon enough, nearly all of the young elites from Europe’s old noble families knew one thing: Jenny, who had always been a woman of unattainable allure, had brought a date this time—and he was an oriental man!

"Could it be that Jenny doesn’t dislike men but actually has a thing for oriental men?" This thought surfaced in everyone’s mind as they witnessed the scene.

At the same time, many felt a strong sense of distaste toward Ling Feng. After all, Jenny wasn’t just a rare beauty in Europe’s upper circles—she was also the number one heir of the Johnson Family. Her beauty and strength were unmatched, and now, by her side stood a seemingly insignificant oriental man!

It was like witnessing the Pure Jade Girl announce she had a boyfriend. Even though the droves of admirers knew they had no chance, the disappointment was still hard to suppress!

The difference here, however, was that the disappointed admirers were not downtrodden losers but a group of powerful and hot-blooded young elites! By the end, Ling Feng could distinctly feel the malicious gazes aimed at him from all directions.

"Jenny, I’m seriously starting to suspect you’re setting me up!" Ling Feng leaned in close and whispered to Jenny. "Do you have any idea how much trouble you’ve caused me?"

Jenny smiled mischievously, like a little Devil, and said, "What’s the matter? Is the mighty Blood-Handed Asura actually afraid of these spoiled heirs? Don’t disappoint me now!"

Ling Feng shrugged. "I’m only concerned about disciplining them too harshly and implicating your Johnson Family in the process. By the way, why am I only seeing the younger generation here? Where are the clan leaders?"

Jenny glanced at Ling Feng. "You didn’t actually think the clan leaders would show up here, did you? What a joke! They’re probably in a meeting by now."

"What?" Ling Feng was momentarily dumbfounded.

Jenny smirked with satisfaction, as though her trick had succeeded. "Oh, I forgot to mention—during every European Development Union, family representatives hold their own meetings, while the younger generation uses the time to network and strengthen their influence within their respective families. So, if you’re hoping to meet some clan leader, unless it’s during the final day’s duels on the Fengyun Platform, it’s not happening!"

Ling Feng frowned. If he couldn’t find a chance to meet the person he intended to, why had he even come here?

"What’s wrong? Do you really have someone you want to meet?" Jenny noticed Ling Feng’s unpleasant expression and asked, "Tell me who it is—you know, I could make an introduction for you."

Seeing Jenny’s smug smile, Ling Feng said quietly, "No need. I’m already grateful you brought me here."

Saying this, Ling Feng sat down in a quiet corner, lost in thought about his current predicament.

Jenny didn’t press further. She swirled her glass of red wine and went off to mingle with other noble girls.

In the vast banquet hall, Ling Feng sat in the corner, observing coldly. The elegantly dressed men and women before him beamed with smiles, exuding nobility and grace in their words and actions. Yet, who could see past their polished exteriors to the filth in their hearts?

"Am I really going to have to wait until the last day?" Ling Feng let out a faint sigh. From Jenny, he had learned that every European Development Union lasted at least half a month. This was not only a time for the clan leaders to compete for supremacy but also the perfect opportunity for the younger generation to strategize and expand their influence.

And so, Ling Feng, sitting alone in the corner, became even more conspicuous.