Duke Michelle took the microphone from the host's hand and started with some formal remarks, nothing more than various thanks and honors.
Then, he solemnly and seriously grasped the microphone: "Today, on the occasion of my fiftieth birthday banquet, and under the witness of numerous royal aristocrats, I wish to announce some good news to everyone..."
"That is...I have obtained the queen's permission to recognize Miss Xia Weiyi as my goddaughter and the next successor of the Michelle Family, and to bestow upon her the honor of a 'lifelong noble title'."
Every word was powerful and decisive.
As soon as the words fell, the entire banquet seemed to explode, with waves of astonished murmurs resonating throughout.
