Chapter 356 - Chapter 356: Chapter 363 Watching like a Tiger (2/2)
After the Host finished speaking, to prove the truth of his words, the woman in red opened the battered wooden box that Su Wenyue had been watching closely, revealing a black wooden box inside. Similarly colored in black, this small box looked ancient and emitted a sense of mysterious antiquity.
The moment the small box appeared, Su Wenyue felt her curiosity intensify. Her gaze burned with eagerness as she looked at the black wooden box, wishing she could grab the box immediately, find a secluded spot, and unravel the mystery within.
Perhaps Su Wenyue’s desire was too intense. Not only did Han Yu notice, but even Shangguan Wuyou observed the change in her eyes as she looked at the small box. Could it be that the Colorful exquisite lamp was inside this black wooden box?
People like Han Yu and Shangguan Wuyou had acute intuitions, especially when Su Wenyue had exhibited a somewhat unusual behavior, leading them to the same conclusion. Shangguan Wuyou was just speculating, but Han Yu seemed quite certain, unable to ignore the fervent way his Wife eyed the black wooden box.
“Could the item inside that small box be the Colorful exquisite lamp?” Han Yu asked casually.
Su Wenyue’s eyes remained fixed on the black wooden box, and she subconsciously nodded. But this too was out of trust in Han Yu and her unguarded state. Under the light, Han Yu’s eyes appeared even deeper.
Everyone waited for the Host to open the black wooden box to see for themselves. The earlier lantern was so beautiful; surely, the item within the small box could be another stunning flower lantern. Meanwhile, Sikong Ling stood at a window with a somber expression, watching what was happening below. However, due to his concealed vantage point, those below could not see him.
Han Yu felt someone’s gaze on him, though it lasted but a moment. He scanned in that specific direction but didn’t see anything, which made him even more cautious. He gestured subtly to a spot in the crowd below.
Su Wenyue didn’t notice any of this, her entire focus on the black wooden box. It wasn’t until the woman in red handed her the small box that she felt a surge of joy, managing to restrain herself from opening it. It wasn’t the right time yet.
Ye Xinxin’s eyes sparkled as she peered at the small box, but she surprisingly held back, choosing not to ask Su Wenyue to open it right then. She too was eager to follow Su Wenyue back home. If the previously stolen lantern was a fake, then perhaps this one was indeed the genuine Colorful exquisite lamp. She wondered what the real lamp looked like.
The audience had hoped to see the contents of the box and discover the true nature of the mysterious gift. Unexpectedly, the Host did not open the small box but handed it directly to Su Wenyue, and it was clear she had no intention of showing it to the crowd.
Many people below clamored, demanding to see what was inside the box. Su Wenyue, of course, ignored them, holding the black wooden box tightly, looking to Han Yu, her expression clearly urging him to take her away quickly.
Seeing Su Wenyue’s reaction, the crowd felt deep disappointment, voiced in sighs and expressions of regret, some even cursing. Yet, no disturbance arose. Han Yu’s expression, however, grew more serious. He sensed several powers below eying them covetously, waiting for an opportunity to strike.
“Master, should we take action?”