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."

her was the highest honor-the title of marquis and

Even if he used his imperial power to do so,

her publicly for what

Aurelius's heart; they only focused on the important

'Isn't

had no intention of clearing up

official matters, he announced the court session was

Duke's Mansion, under the gaze of ministers who were either in

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in the court had whetted their appetites, and murmurs of discussion

home, waiting for the

and Erik were away from the estate, it would be inappropriate for them to visit Nyx themselves. Instead, they sent their female relatives to represent

many invitations, it became quite exhausting to entertain them all. Nyx had already made preparations, so she decided to hold a flower appreciation party, inviting the ladies of the capital to join her for a

party, there had to be a variety of fresh

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 grew in winter were just as

banquet, many of the invited ladies secretly looked

thought, With such cold weather, where could they find fresh flowers? Even if they were brought from the south, they would lose

a good marriage, she

eager to see how Nyx would try to bluff her way

they stepped into Duke's Mansion, their eyes widened, and

scene.

as red as fire and pink like the morning sky, while various orchids bloomed quietly. Though they weren't the most

towers.

peony, the queen of flowers.

more, and with a single glance, they could recognize several varieties

the lady of Duke's Mansion and had Aurelius's favor. Her humble origins no longer

smiling faces, and the

families was

didn't like it, but she didn't

star system for so many years, she was no stranger to formal occasions. She

Duke's Mansion. Before this, even tasks like sending New Year gifts

she had studied thoroughly these past few

details of everyone attending the

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