Chosen Mate of the Beastmen Empire by Lewis Reed

Chapter 393

Chapter 393

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He seemed to be thinking, slowing his speech, causing the courtiers to hold their

breath. "I plan to give her a rare treasure."

With those words, the dust finally settled.

No noble title was given, but any minister with a sharp mind understood-Aurelius

was not willing to let go; he had made up his mind to claim Nyx.

For a moment, everyone's expression varied, their feelings quite complex.

Aurelius seemed unaware of this, continuing, "Since she contributed a treasure to me, I will give her a rare treasure in return."

He raised his hand, and several attendants, bowing and half-asleep, carried an item forward, carefully presenting it.

When the silk covering was removed, the dazzling light shone brightly.

"This, this..." The ministers' eyes widened in disbelief. Forget about noble titles, schemes, and power struggles-all their minds were consumed by the stunning sight before them.

It was a crystal ornament in the shape of an orchid, set upon a lotus bowl.

The orchid was crystal-clear and flawless, with petals as thin as cicada wings, slightly curled, and the stamen delicate and beautiful. What was most remarkable were the leaves-they were meticulously carved with intricate veins, appearing elegant and expansive, as if full of resilience and life.

The light shone down, and the ornament reflected a dazzling, dreamlike glow, something not of this world.

"Gulp..." Someone couldn't help but swallow.

Setting aside the craftsmanship, the sheer size of the flawless white crystal alone was enough to fetch a sky-high price.

The "rare treasure" Aurelius spoke of was truly rare; it was unlikely that anything like it could be found in the world. To give it away as a reward was too much.

As if seeing through the ministers' thoughts, Aurelius smiled and said, "This glass ornament is the treasure I am giving to Nyx."

he truly intended for Nyx. What he truly wanted to give her was the highest honor-the

wasn't right. Even if he used his imperial power to do so, the fame falling upon Nyx wouldn't be a good

was nothing he could do. He had to follow Nyx's plan, rewarding her publicly for what she had contributed, making sure she garnered attention and

in Aurelius's heart;

thought, 'Isn't

had no intention of clearing up

few official matters, he announced the court session was

ornament was taken away and sent to Duke's Mansion, under

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the court had whetted their appetites, and murmurs of discussion began, ceaseless

stayed at home, waiting for the flood of invitations, which,

officials, curious about the glass ornament, were eager to get a closer look and admire it, but since both Matay and Erik were away from the estate,

made preparations, so she decided to hold a flower appreciation party, inviting the ladies of the

party, there had to be a variety of

still working in the estate's greenhouse. Nyx had once casually suggested they build a warm shelter for flowers, and though she hadn't expected much, they turned out to be quite clever, making it incredibly successful. The flowers they

of the invited ladies secretly

they were brought from the south, they would

Nyx came from humble beginnings. Even if she had somehow secured a good marriage, she would never truly

scheduled, eager to see how Nyx would try to

Mansion, their eyes widened, and they were stunned by the

scene.

while various orchids bloomed quietly. Though they

towers.

queen of flowers. Even those who weren't familiar with flowers could tell that these had an air

course, the women present knew much more, and with a single glance, they could recognize several

matter what, Nyx was now the lady of Duke's Mansion and had Aurelius's favor. Her humble origins no longer

Nyx appeared to greet the guests, all she saw were smiling faces, and the compliments and praises filling her ears

among the noble families

it, but she

been in high positions in the star system for so many years, she was no stranger to formal occasions. She was well-versed in how to handle

of other families since marrying into Duke's Mansion. Before this, even tasks like sending New Year gifts were handled by

mistakes, she had studied thoroughly these past few

everyone attending the

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