An Understated Dominance (Dustin Rhys)

Chapter 1311: Winning Treasure

"Esteemed guests, ladies and gentlemen, good evening," a plump middle-aged man with a friendly smile stepped onto the stage after the cultural event began. He bowed respectfully to the audience in all directions.

He was impeccable in his manners, showing no signs of negligence.

"My name is Kaizen, and I am the manager here. I would like to thank all of you for gracing us with your presence at the Emperor's Palace."

The manager smiled as he continued, "Tonight, it is once again time for our monthly cultural exchange. Our generous host has specifically selected a precious item from the Treasure Pavilion, which will serve as the highlight for tonight's event. Our purpose is, of course, to promote camaraderie through culture. There is no need for competition, only discussions on literature and the arts."

"Manager Kaizen, what exactly is the treasure prepared by your generous host? Please don't keep us waiting!" a man suddenly exclaimed.

"Yes! We came all this way for this event. Don't let us down," many others chimed in.

"Please be patient, everyone. I will have the treasure brought out for you to see shortly."

The manager slightly bowed and signaled to two people nearby.

The two individuals understood the gesture and soon brought out a rectangular wooden box.

and one and

quite valuable, not to

"Click!"

the crowd, the chubby man slowly opened the wooden box, revealing

painting depicted a woman in palace attire, sitting in a pavilion while admiring the

had a slender figure and an otherworldly temperament, although only half of her

and possessed an alluring charm, as if

beauty and the pristine snowy scene as a backdrop, the two elements complemented each

"It's so beautiful!"

as the audience saw

gender, everyone was deeply moved

wasn't just about beauty; it also conveyed an indescribable sense of

looked at it, the more enchanting and heart-stirring the

thought that there could be such an unparalleled beauty in the world," Carlos was utterly mesmerized, and his eyes seemed to gleam with fascination. He might not be one to lose his senses over beauty, but in

that? I'd willingly give up ten years of my life!" Elmer couldn't help but swallow