Chapter 2469

The eleven invited heavenly officials are all really enjoying the meal.

They've never had such delicious food before, and the more they eat, the more fragrant it gets; they just can't stop.

Similarly, Huang Lao and Miao Cuihua are also unable to stop.

Seeing this, the Heavenly Family's forefather, frustrated, was about to speak, but Ye Zhangqing beat him to it and already spoke.

"Seniors, is there anything unsatisfactory about the food? Is the taste alright?"

"Good."

"Perfect."

"No problem at all."

Hearing this, the eleven heavenly officials, without lifting their heads, replied one after another in a straightforward manner.

With such delicious food, what could be wrong? There's no problem at all—it's clearly been arranged for them.

Seeing this, Ye Zhangqing smiled and continued.

As long as you seniors are satisfied, that's fine. I admire your efforts defending the Immortal Realm against external foes, and there's little I can do. If you like the food, feel free to come eat anytime.

Upon hearing that, the eleven heavenly officials' eyes lit up.

How can we be so embarrassed?

Yes, this is quite a trouble, little friend.

Although they said that with their mouths, their actions showed no embarrassment at all.

In their hearts they were already looking forward to it; just thinking about being able to eat such delicious food often in the future made everyone excited.

However, wanting to eat isn't that simple; the main matter hasn't been settled yet.

As expected, seeing the eleven heavenly officials' expectant expressions and fiery gazes, Ye Zhangqing continued.

It's an honor for me, the junior, that you seniors like it. I actually also want to keep cooking for you seniors, but I and Tianlin are sworn brothers through life and death.

Moreover, regarding that previous incident, I too bear some responsibility; it was Brother Tianlin who took all the blame. Today I invited you seniors here also to turn myself in.

Since my brother is in trouble, how could I alone survive? Therefore, I likely won't have this opportunity again.

Huh???

Upon hearing that, the eleven heavenly officials present all froze.

Their hearts jolted awake, they realized—sure enough, what was bound to come has come; there's no escaping it.

But saying this now, you're just trying to tempt us.

We've gotten into the food, and now you tell us we might not get to eat it anymore—what does that mean?

While still chewing food, their gazes involuntarily fell upon Ye Zhangqing.

In fact, deep down, those eleven heavenly officials all knew the score—they realized today's meal was a setup.

But the problem is, knowing is knowing, yet the food is genuinely delicious.

It's like knowing there's a pit but still unable to resist jumping in.

Just as Ye Zhangqing said, Tianlin is going to die, so he probably won't have a chance to cook anymore.

The meaning behind his words is just one thing.

The food is tasty, right? If you still want to eat it later, first settle my brother's matter.

If my brother's matter isn't settled, nobody will get to eat anymore.

This left everyone feeling depressed and torn inside.

On one hand, this matter is indeed difficult to handle; Lin Dong has already given notice beforehand, with a firm and unyielding attitude, leaving no room for negotiation.

On the other hand, the food is indeed delicious.

Now it's just a matter of how everyone chooses.

Everyone slowly chewed the food in their mouths while secretly pondering and weighing the pros and cons in their hearts.

Until someone spoke up.

"Little friend, this matter is really difficult; if it gets resolved, how will we be able to eat this food in the future?"

Upon hearing that, the others also became eager, all waiting for Ye Zhangqing's answer.

Exactly, this matter is difficult, but the key question is: if we can manage it and succeed, how will we eat the food afterward?

Faced with the gaze of the eleven heavenly officials, Ye Zhangqing earnestly declared.

"If you seniors can truly save our brother's life, that would be a lifesaving grace; I, as a junior, would naturally not forget it."

"In the future, as long as I am in Beyond the Heavens and have time, I will at least guarantee you seniors one meal a day; what do you think?"

One meal a day? Upon hearing that, the eleven heavenly officials couldn't help but feel delighted.

This is much better than they had imagined.

For a moment, everyone unconsciously glanced at each other.

Moreover, the Heavenly Family's forefather at the same table grew so nervous his breathing became shallow, as if afraid to disturb them.

Only Huang Lao and Miao Cuihua on either side remained there, heads down, eating heartily.

Delicious, delicious—it's even better than usual.

Hearing the sounds of hearty eating from both sides, the Heavenly Family's forefather's face darkened involuntarily.

These two are just pitfalls; at a critical moment they're utterly unreliable, so in the end we still have to rely on Young Ye.

Two old fogies.

He cursed them silently in his heart, but for now he couldn't dwell on that; Ye Zhangqing spoke, having said all that needed to be said, and now it's up to them how they respond.

Now, to save someone, only the eleven heavenly officials can jointly vote to exchange Lin Dong's investigative authority.

If exchanged for someone else, then only in that way would there be a chance to rescue the person.

Moreover, the person exchanged for must still not be someone from the Ultimate Bliss Palace; otherwise the matter would likely be just as difficult.

The Heavenly Family's old ancestor anxiously waited for the reply of these eleven heavenly officials.

I don't know how many people secretly exchanged voice transmissions about something; they are all supreme experts, and Ye Zhangqing couldn't see anything either.

After waiting about a quarter of an hour, one of the heavenly officials seemed to act as a representative, looked toward Ye Zhangqing and said.

"Little Friend Ye, speaking frankly, this matter is indeed difficult to handle; we are also in a tough spot."

"Junior understands."

Regarding this, Ye Zhangqing didn't say much; he had eaten his meal, spoken his words, saying more would be pointless, so he just waited to see how they would choose.

Whether to continue eating, or to avoid offending colleagues and not intervene in this matter.

Seeing Ye Zhangqing's calm demeanor, this heavenly official rarely showed a hint of approval on his face.

His disposition is not bad, but it's just that they have suffered.

They have been completely set up, yet they just can't get out of it.

After a long silence, finally, this heavenly official sighed and said.

"Ah, I actually also noticed something fishy in this matter, and Lin Dong has mixed in too many personal factors, letting him handle this is indeed somewhat inappropriate."

"I also think that matters of the Immortal Realm should have nothing to do with us Beyond the Heavens; Lin Dong has too much selfishness."

"I propose to change personnel, let others investigate this matter to seek a just result."

"I agree."

"I also agree."

"Then let's vote tomorrow."

"Good."

The eleven heavenly officials were speaking back and forth here, putting on a show; hearing their words, the Heavenly Family's old ancestor couldn't help but become excited.

From the tone of these eleven, it seems the matter is settled; Tianlin this kid might be saved?

This result made the Heavenly Family's old ancestor excited for a while.