64 Taking Over The Banque (2/2)

”Father, my gift.”

In truth, there really wasn't any second treasure. Hongyue had made the whole thing up. Along with the poisonous hair stick, Hongyue merely placed a few enchantments on the bracelet. Originally, she had wanted to keep it by her side as an extra weapon. However, this was fine as well.

The general waved his hand and a servant came forward to collect the Eldest Miss's present. The servant turned to leave, however, Hongyue stopped him.

”The Dragon's Glory,” She mentioned as she started to set it on the tray. However, the general widened his eyes and shook his head.

”No need,” He croaked, his voice slightly raspy. He had seen how the ghost of First Madam seemingly left the second concubine after Hongyue took the hair ornament back. A cold shiver ran down his back. Didn't that mean that the hair stick was cursed? Why would he still want something so ominous?

Hongyue tilted her head in question and the general waved his hand dismissively, ”Your kind thoughts are received. This hair stick...suits you better.”

Hongyue hid a smirk.

As she thought, he was a coward.

”Then this daughter thanks Father,” She chirped. General Wei nodded before turning to the unconscious Concubine Ruolan.

”This daughter was so shocked the second madam would lash out so violently. In fear of her possibly injuring others, Hongyue stopped her. However, this daughter forgot about the bracelet she had on,” Hongyue explained carefully. The general nodded. He had nothing to say. In fact, it was good the concubine couldn't speak. His eyes narrowed. He needed to dispose of this second wife of his.

General Wei was no longer in the mood to continue hosting. His heart was unsettled, and he just ached to leave the banquet. His eyes floated over to his eldest daughter and paused.

”Hongyue, I'm touched by your gift. I'll allow you to host the rest of this banquet.”

Hongyue looked up, a smile slowly etched into her face.

”Yes, Father.”

Everything was going back to plan.

General Wei motioned for someone to bring Hongyue's gift to his room and he ordered for servants to take the unconscious madam away to hers. He paused before he headed to his study, his face was dark and weary.

After he left, Hongyue flashed a brilliant smile to the guests. A skillful twist landed the Dragon's Glory into her hair. The hair stick glistened alluringly in the night as Hongyue lightly dipped her head.

”Father feels unwell. However, you need not worry. This eldest miss will entertain you well.”