Chapter 33: with translation of chapter title

"What did you say?!" Ye Yu thought he had misheard.

Otherwise, how could we have heard that the National Master had arrived at the Ye Residence?

The servant who came to report was himself dazed. He also couldn't believe that the most mysterious National Master of Donglin Country would condescend to come.

If it weren't for that man's exceptionally outstanding appearance, he would have thought someone was impersonating.

"Reporting, sir, the National Master has arrived!" the servant repeated, trembling.

Ye Yu's pupils constricted, and he abruptly rose to his feet.

Not only Ye Yu, but everyone present, except Ye Qingran, stood up.

The National Master of Donglin Country holds a transcendent status. Even the current His Majesty must show utmost respect when seeing him, for the sole reason that the National Master can influence Donglin Country's fortune.

Six years ago, that plague nearly drove Donglin Country to the brink of extinction; it was the National Master who stepped forward, using his own power to turn the tide.

"What are you standing there for? Quick, take me to greet the National Master!" Ye Yu shouted excitedly.

Although he holds the title of Prime Minister of a country, in front of the National Master, this Prime Minister is nothing but a trifle!

"The National Master said, Prime Minister, you need not go to meet him; he will come himself."

The servant hastily added.

No need for them to receive him?

"Are you sure?"

Ye Yu wore a doubtful expression.

The servant nodded heavily.

Since the National Master said so, Ye Yu and the others could only give up. However, sitting down was impossible; they could only stand and wait for the National Master's grand arrival.

After waiting only a few breaths, someone suddenly asked, "What do you say, why would the National Master suddenly come to the Ye Residence?"

Ye Sisi spoke with certainty: "What need to say? It's definitely because the news that my sister joined the Qingyun Sword Immortal Sect startled the National Master!"

Saying this, she contemptuously glanced at Ye Qingran, who stood beside her with head lowered, lost in thought.

"Otherwise, it couldn't possibly be because of Ye Qingran, right?"

After thinking, everyone felt it highly likely that the National Master had come for Ye Huanhuan.

They secretly felt astonished, wondering what sort of dumb luck Ye Huanhuan had walked into to be able to startle the National Master.

If she were to in the future gain this connection with the National Master, then Xiliang City, or even the whole Donglin Country, would hardly be able to restrain her from running amok.

At the same time, they secretly felt fortunate that this advance visit had smoothed relations with the Ye Family.

Everyone harbored their own thoughts.

No one noticed Ye Qingran beside them, who rarely showed a side of restlessness.

How did the National Master suddenly come to the Ye Residence?

Given the National Master's aloof personality, it is absolutely impossible that he came for Ye Huanhuan, that idiot.

If not because of Ye Huanhuan, then what is the National Master's purpose in coming to the Ye Residence?

Surely it can't be because of her, right?

Could it be that her cover as a female bandit has been blown?

No way! No way!

Ye Qingran's mind churned with countless thoughts; she had even prepared for the worst.

Not long after, a commotion came from the arched gate of the back garden. Everyone turned toward the sound and saw a beam of moonlight-like light flash into view, followed by a tall, slender figure appearing as if stepping on the moon.

At the moment he appeared, the myriad lights in the back garden instantly became mere backdrop, appearing dim and lackluster.

And the National Master was like the bright moon in the heavens, pure and holy to the point that one dare not gaze directly.

Holy shit!

It really is him!

Ye Qingran's heart was filled with repulsion.

What wicked scheme is this demon cloaked in immortal skin hatching now?!

Is this the National Master?

Astonishment flashed in everyone's eyes.

An ethereal, otherworldly bearing; a peerless appearance.

Especially that graceful bearing—how could the two words "peerless beauty" suffice?

"Na—National Master?" It's all because the National Master's aura is too overpowering and his looks too beautiful, causing Ye Yu to stammer. It's literally more nerve-wracking than seeing His Majesty.

"This National Master's sudden visit—Prime Minister Ye, you don't mind, do you?"

When the National Master said this, his gaze was directed at Ye Qingran.

Ye Qingran was lowering her head when the National Master spoke those words.

Even so, she could feel two laser-like beams of gaze upon her head.

This truly made her quite apprehensive.

There's nothing to be done—guilty conscience, after all!

"National Master, I am the lowly mother of Ye Huanhuan; thank you for making this trip for my daughter. On behalf of our family's Huanhuan, I express my gratitude."

Zhao Shi was simply overjoyed.

The National Master has graced us with his presence!

What a great honor this is!

Know that even the current His Majesty has never enjoyed such an honor!

Once this gets out, everyone in Donglin Country will envy the Ye Residence, and envy her daughter Ye Huanhuan!

Upon hearing this, everyone present showed a look of envy.

The honor of the National Master's personal visit is something they dare not even imagine!

Looks like we'll have to stay on Ye Huanhuan's good side from now on — absolutely cannot offend her!

However, the National Master looked puzzled.

"I, the National Master, am merely passing by; seeing the Ye Residence so lively, I came over to ask for a cup of wine."

"In other words, my coming to the Ye Residence has nothing to do with your Ye Huanhuan, right?"

Seeing Zhao Shi's petrified look, Ye Qingran let out an unsympathetic laugh.

"So the National Master came today just for a cup of wine, not because Ye Huanhuan joined the Qingyun Sword Immortal Sect, right?"

Ye Qingran lifted her head, raised an eyebrow, and asked with a smile.

Although she felt guilty, she was bold as hell and had a great attitude!

In the National Master's clear eyes, a hint of surprise appeared just right: "Ye Huanhuan joining the Qingyun Sword Immortal Sect — what's so special about that to merit my personal presence?"

Ye Qingran silently gave the National Master a thumbs-up for his cooperation and sharp tongue.

Although they have a grudge of 'day and being day,' setting aside those past trivialities, they still have pretty good rapport!

Zhao Shi was stunned, and Ye Yu's expression gradually shifted from excitement to embarrassment.

As for the guests who had come to the banquet, they all froze for a moment, then lowered their heads, desperately trying not to laugh.

After all that, we ended up with a big blunder!

As it turns out, the National Master couldn't care less about Ye Huanhuan's status as a disciple of the Qingyun Sword Immortal!

He just came to your Ye Residence to join the fun.

"Miss Ye, we meet again."

Just as everyone was mocking Zhao Shi for being self-deluded, the National Master's magnetic, pleasant voice sounded again.

Everyone was startled.

National Master, do you know Ye Qingran?

Pairs of eyes stared straight at Ye Qingran. Seeing her smile, she replied calmly: "It's been a few days, National Master, your bearing is even better than before."

"Miss Ye, you flatter me, but I find you becoming ever more beautiful and charming."

Ye Qingran: "......"

It was quite unexpected.