As soon as Chu Tian’s figure appeared at the edge of the floating fortress, the originally noisy and warm atmosphere froze for a fleeting moment.
Immediately after, an irrepressible commotion broke out among the crowd.
The attention he garnered was even more intense and far more complex than when Su Nian had appeared.
“Oh my god! That’s… Mr. Mo Yuan!”
A voice was the first to ring out, trembling with disbelief.
“The master of Shadowmoon Manor… He actually came in person!”
“It really is Mr. Mo Yuan! I caught a glimpse of him once from a distance in the Royal Capital. That kind of aura — there is absolutely no mistaking it!”
The Magic Phone was no longer just a communication tool.
It was more like a status symbol and a new fashion favorite held by every hand within the noble circles of the Red Maple Kingdom, representing refined taste and the superiority of being at the forefront of the era.
As the creator and promoter of this era-defining alchemical marvel, every public appearance by “Mr. Mo Yuan” sparked massive attention and discussion among the nobility.
Not to mention, this mysterious Mr. Mo Yuan had also reached a deep level of cooperation with the Red Maple Royal Family, extending the coverage of the Magic Phone to the level of basic captains within the Kingdom Army.
This move would undoubtedly greatly enhance the royal family’s control over the military; its far-reaching influence was immeasurable.
Because of this, just a few days ago, the Red Maple Royal Family had made an exception and titled this “Mr. Mo Yuan” an Honorary Earl.
Though it was only an honorary title without an actual fief, the incredible wealth currently displayed by Shadowmoon Manor, along with the powerful foundation and mysterious strength it had shown during several undercurrents directed against it, meant that no noble present dared to look down on this newly promoted Honorary Earl.
The invisible power he controlled was likely even greater than many families with ancient lineages.
In addition to that, Chu Tian’s System-enhanced [S-Rank Male Charm] was currently radiating without reservation.
His handsome, nearly perfect, and deep-set features were like the most outstanding sculpture of a god, with every line carved just right.
His tall and elegant figure was made even more extraordinary by his well-tailored black patterned suit.
Especially those dark eyes, which seemed capable of seeing through people’s hearts and appeared to contain endless swirling galaxies; just a casual glance was enough to make many noble girls with insufficient willpower feel their hearts race and their faces flush.
Faint screams and suppressed gasps rose and fell within the crowd.
Many noble young ladies, who usually held themselves in high regard, now had blushing cheeks.
They secretly covered their mouths and noses with their fans, yet they could not help but tightly follow his figure with eyes full of admiration and obsession from above the rim of the fans.
However, Chu Tian seemed deaf and blind to the surrounding gazes, whether they were burning, reverent, or filled with admiration and obsession.
Wherever Chu Tian passed, the originally clamorous nobles were pushed aside as if by an invisible force.
They fell silent one after another, respectfully making way for him.
His gaze was dark and deep, always locked firmly on the dazzling star-blue figure in the center of the crowd — Su Nian.
Chu Tian’s perfectly tailored black patterned suit reflected a deep and mysterious luster under the magical radiance flowing over the deck of the floating fortress.
It was embroidered with complex, ancient patterns using silk threads that were almost invisible to the naked eye, silently proclaiming the master’s nobility and extraordinary nature.
Meanwhile, the young girl was wearing the “Star-Moon Embrace” performance outfit.
The dark blue silk was covered in tiny stardust crystals and lunar silver threads.
With her subtle movements, it seemed as if a miniature galaxy was flowing, making her breathtakingly beautiful.
At this moment, the two of them looked at each other from a distance.
It made people marvel in their hearts at the appearance and temperament of both individuals.
However Su Nian, who was at the center of the storm, felt her heart leap violently.
‘It’s him. The Horned Demon Bastard.’
‘How could he appear here in public? And at a time like this… He isn’t here to make things difficult for me, is he?’
She still remembered the shame of going out last night with a bunny girl outfit hidden under her fur coat.
Fortunately, for today’s formal performance, he had not played any tricks or made her wear anything strange.
But…
‘What is he trying to do now?’
The harassment from those nobles had already annoyed her to no end.
What kind of storm would the Horned Demon stir up now that he had appeared?
At the same time, Chu Tian walked quickly to Su Nian’s side.
The surrounding noble girls had long been attracted by this mysterious and powerful Mr. Mo Yuan.
Their cheeks flushed with an unnatural redness, their breathing became slightly hurried, and their eyes sparkled with obsession and admiration, mixed with a hint of fear.
Yet, they could not help but secretly cast burning glances his way.
Almost at the same time that Chu Tian drew the eyes of the entire venue, another figure also moved.
Third Prince Elvin Red Maple, seeing Su Nian clean and decisively reject the Lexian family’s “noble status” recruitment — which could be called an astronomical price — felt the appreciation in his violet eyes grow even stronger.
‘This Su Nian is indeed different from the rest.’
Seeing that she seemed to be in trouble and entangled by a group of nobles, Elvin believed this was an excellent opportunity to display his grace and strength.
He elegantly straightened his spotless silver-blue suit, took a long stride, and also walked toward Su Nian’s direction.
He even subtly adjusted the angle of his profile to ensure that his perfect face, known as the “Ice Prince,” was presented to Su Nian in the most impeccable manner.
His gentle and mellow voice, like melting spring snow, carried a comfortable warmth as it sounded beside Su Nian.
“Miss Su Nian, it seems you have run into a bit of trouble.”
Hearing this, Su Nian inwardly groaned.
‘One small trouble just left, and another one comes.’
She was just thinking about how to properly deal with this prince when another voice, deeper and more magnetic but carrying an unquestionable dominance, rang out from her other side.
“Who dares touch my person?”
Chu Tian’s voice was not loud, but it exploded in everyone’s ears like a thunderclap, carrying a heart-palpitating pressure.
This sentence was aimed at the people who had been mocking Su Nian, and it was also aimed at… the Third Prince.
The few nobles who had been mocking Su Nian earlier, including Countess Lilian Field and the young noble in the dark blue knight’s suit, turned pale instantly.
Chu Tian’s three words, “my person,” were like a heavy hammer smashing into their hearts.
They subconsciously took half a step back, their eyes filled with fear.
Su Nian’s delicate body trembled almost imperceptibly.
‘His person?’
‘This Horned Demon Bastard is using this overbearing method to declare his ridiculous ownership again.’
For a moment, the atmosphere on the floating fortress became somewhat subtle.
Chu Tian saw that the girl’s expression was slightly awkward and that she was clearly unhappy.
He immediately added an explanation, “Magic Feather Fantasy has a deep partnership with the Shadowmoon Manor Workshop. I personally hold a certain share of Magic Feather Fantasy as well. Therefore, Miss Su Nian is naturally considered one of my Shadowmoon Manor’s people!”
Upon hearing Chu Tian’s explanation, the onlookers finally understood.
So that was what he meant.
They had thought… that this powerful and mysterious Mr. Mo Yuan had some deeper relationship with Miss Su Nian.
However, even so…
It was a fact that the Third Prince and Mr. Mo Yuan had both stepped in to help this Su Nian at the same time.
These two peerless men, who were considered the pinnacle of the kingdom in terms of identity, status, appearance, and strength, had actually… actually both stood up to bail out that commoner Magic Girl Idol, Su Nian?
Meanwhile, on Su Nian’s side, she felt her head growing twice its size…
‘What is this? A Shura Field?’