Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong Chapter 2788: 1529: Scenes from the Banquet

The grand doors swung open gradually, releasing the savory scent of grilled meats, and inside the lavish chamber, colossal forms darted about energetically. Two massive banquet tables, towering like building levels, brimmed with an assortment of gourmet treats.

Vast serving trays overflowed with towering stacks of flesh and loaves, while elaborately designed silver cups, resembling ale casks in size, gleamed nearby.

Mighty Half-Titans claimed the left-side table, as burly Stone Giant warriors positioned themselves at the right one, their polished plate mail and vibrant enchanted garments sparkling with intense luster.

The two factions seemed utterly joyful, wolfing down bites and swigs, with drops of liquor and fatty drips sliding from their lips, clearly savoring every moment.

“These haughty pests, we’re not even here yet, and they’ve launched into the feast all by themselves prematurely.”

Veins popped prominently on Loris’s brow as he gripped his hands into firm knots.

“And that’s not the half of it—they skipped setting up fitting tables and portions for us; it’s clearly intentional!”

Sina’s serpentine tresses swirled in the air, extending scarlet tongues, obviously seething with equal wrath.

Overhearing the chiefs’ remarks, our fighters truly displayed outrage, mirroring old Gary’s reaction—who, though silent, creased his brows deeply.

The situation stood crystal clear: the adversaries showed zero consideration for our presence!

Within the assembly, solely Leo Ray preserved his tranquil demeanor, his features unaltered; such a low-rent ruse had been anticipated by Leo Ray far in advance.

“My regrets, honored visitors. It appears our journey took too much time, leaving the event organizers impatient to begin.”

Administrator I offered a courteous laugh, attempting to diffuse the tension: “I trust you distinguished attendees won’t hold it against us.”

Nevertheless, the nonchalant delivery betrayed an orchestration well beforehand.

“If it’s merely a matter of tardiness, then where are the appropriate tables and tools suited for us? Don’t claim they devoured those as well?”

Leo Ray shot a look toward the Administrator, responding evenly.

“This…”

Though briefly speechless, Administrator I dismissed it with another grin, providing no real resolution.

“Administrator Your Excellency, since the summons came under the Shadow Market’s banner, is this your idea of entertaining visitors? Should this spread, it could damage the Bazaar Brotherhood’s standing.”

Leo Ray kept his composure steady, pressing on: “Or could it be that the Shadow Market under your watch has turned into a tool for the Half-Titans and Stone Giants? In either case, justifying it to the Bazaar Brotherhood would prove challenging for you, no?”

At these words, Loris, Sina, and old Gary, despite their ire, grasped the point.

The Human Sovereign employed this grievance to chide Administrator I, pressing for neutrality and a halt to biased actions.

Else, should we truly battle the Half-Titans and Stone Giants with Administrator I’s interference, our faint hopes of success would vanish entirely.

“Human Sovereign, you’re blowing this out of proportion; it’s merely a small slip-up, hardly deserving such intense confrontation, wouldn’t you agree?”

Administrator I, grasping Leo Ray’s underlying message, promptly signaled with a wave, then spoke gravely: “Furthermore, Human Sovereign, rest assured—this is my territory, and I control what information escapes or stays contained.”

These statements caused Loris, Sina, and old Gary to furrow their brows more sharply.

The foe spoke truth: Shadow Market’s safeguards were flawlessly robust, featuring a potent Barrier that disrupted and sealed off all external links.

If they chose to sever ties completely, as we’d foreseen, inventing an excuse for our assault would easily conceal it, rendering us powerless to respond.

“It appears Administrator Your Excellency trusts deeply in your blocking methods, yet can you block this?”

With those words, Leo Ray turned his hand over, revealing a pale crystal etched with profound runes.

“This is the Shadow Market’s Communication Magic Stone?”

Staring at the spherical jewel in Leo Ray’s grasp, Administrator I’s tone carried genuine astonishment for once, inquiring: “How did you obtain this?”

“Your Excellency need not concern yourself with that detail.”

Leo Ray gave a faint nod, his tone steady as ever.

This Communication Magic Stone was, of course, a gift from our overseer for urgent outreach.

Additionally, Leo Ray had verified shortly before that the stone came from the Bazaar Brotherhood itself, holding supreme clearance to override any disruption tactics in the Shadow Market.

Leo Ray pondered this as he triggered the Communication Magic Stone right away, projecting our overseer’s likeness into view for all to witness.

Next, Leo Ray showcased the nearby surroundings and rapidly outlined the ongoing predicament to our overseer.

“Human Sovereign, I’ve grasped the circumstances. My prior conduct was truly lamentable and shames the Bazaar Brotherhood.”

Our overseer backed Leo Ray completely, declaring firmly: “Human Sovereign, I’ve engaged the comprehensive viewing function; so long as you carry the magic stone, I can monitor everything unfolding nearby, and should rule violations occur on my end, I’ll notify authorities at once.”

“N, choose your terms carefully and stay in line.”

Administrator I’s voice turned graver, intimidating our overseer: “Do you believe the Bazaar Brotherhood would side with me or a mere underling like you? Avoid courting disaster.”

“I suggest you mind your language—N has support.”

Flanking our overseer, three fellow overseers—K, L, and M—materialized, aligning solidly with our overseer.

“Observe freely; I’ve committed no breaches of Bazaar Brotherhood protocols!”

Witnessing four overseers emerge at once, Administrator I struggled to uphold his earlier assurance; though senior, facing a coalition of overseers was potent enough to draw Bazaar Brotherhood scrutiny.

He shifted his stare to Leo Ray, his gaze brimming with intricate feelings.

He’d never dreamed four overseers would back Leo Ray in unison, even deploying the vital Communication Magic Stone!

After all, the humans under Leo Ray had only recently ventured into the Outer Region—how had they won over four overseers so swiftly? N was manageable, but K and L were infamously tough.

His turbulent thoughts mellowed his speech noticeably, as he hastily told Leo Ray: “Human Sovereign, it was truly my error; I’ll arrange a lavish spread for you without delay!”

Seeing this unfold, Loris and his companions couldn’t suppress their elation.

While they maintained solid ties with their own overseers, none had prompted overseers to confront peers—even defy them—yet the Human Sovereign managed it with ease!

Above all, under four overseers’ watch, the current Administrator I, no matter his leanings toward the rivals, must weigh if the fallout was tolerable!

In essence, the Human Sovereign had already cleared a major hurdle for us!

“That won’t be necessary.”

Regarding Administrator I’s fix, Leo Ray dismissed it with a casual flick of his hand, striding directly into the magnificent feast chamber.