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Outside the courtyard, a lively scene unfolded.
A grand banquet was being prepared with great enthusiasm.
The members of the Speed Clan had been busy since dawn, each face radiating undisguised excitement and pride.
In the plaza of the settlement, chefs were busily cooking various delicacies in makeshift kitchens.
The clanging of pots and pans intertwined into a unique culinary symphony.
In the center of the venue:
"Hey, you kid, arrange that plate of roast duck properly, and don't drop it on the ground."
A chubby middle-aged member of the Speed Clan shouted at a young clansman.
"Don't worry, Master, I'm reliable when I handle things."
The young clansman responded with a grin.
Around the plaza, the clansmen meticulously decorated the banquet venue.
Colorful ribbons fluttered gently in the breeze, as if cheering for this victory.
Round dining tables were neatly arranged, covered with brand-new tablecloths, and the tableware was placed in perfect order, laden with various delicacies, their aromas wafting, awaiting the arrival of the guests.
In the very center of the plaza:
A temporary stage had been erected, prepared for the celebratory performances later.
Several young clansmen surrounded the stage, testing the sound equipment, their cheerful laughter occasionally drifting out.
"Hello. testing, one, two, three, four."
A clansman tested the microphone.
"Hey, turn up the volume of this sound system a bit more, otherwise, everyone won't be able to hear later."
That clansman shouted at another who was fiddling with the sound equipment.
"I know, I know, don't rush me, it'll be ready soon," the clansman adjusting the sound system replied.
As time passed, guests arrived one after another.
Dugu Bo and Zhuge Lan, personally welcomed by Clan Leader Bai He, arrived at the banquet venue.
Dugu Bo still wore his signature green robe, his head of green hair appearing particularly dazzling under the setting sun.
Zhuge Lan, on the other hand, was dressed in a blue fitted suit, his figure upright and imposing.
Zhuge Lan held Bai Chenxiang's hand; her oval face was delicate and petite, and her fair skin was as smooth and lustrous as white jade against the backdrop of her white robe.
Her eyes sometimes sparkled with Smart light, as if hiding countless whimsical ideas; at other times, they carried firmness and determination, making people unable to help but be moved.
Her long eyelashes curled slightly, like two small fans, and when she blinked gently, they seemed to fan up a gentle breeze.
Her pink lips were like flower petals covered with dew in the morning, and when they turned up slightly, they revealed a sweet smile. When she smiled, there were also two faint dimples on her cheeks, full of playfulness and loveliness.
A head of jet-black and shiny long hair fell smoothly like a waterfall over her shoulders and back, and occasionally a few strands of hair fluttered gently in the breeze, adding to her Smart beauty.
Zhuge Lan looked at Bai Chenxiang, his eyes full of tenderness and love.
The banquet officially began.
At the head of the banquet table sat Bai He, the Clan Leader of the Speed Clan.
He was dressed in a gorgeous robe, with a smile on his face and eyes full of satisfaction.
Beside him sat Dugu Bo and Zhuge Lan, respectively.
Hmph—
There was actually a Zhuge Lan between him and his precious daughter.
It was infuriating, and he felt a sense of helplessness as if his daughter had been abducted.
Clan Leader Bai He stood up, raised his glass, and said loudly:
"Fellow clansmen and friends, today we gather here to celebrate the victory of our Speed Clan."
His words stirred up a commotion among the clan, and everyone cheered happily.
Clan Leader Bai He continued:
"In the battle against the Spirit Hall, we united as one, resisted stubbornly, and finally achieved victory. This is inseparable from the efforts of every clansman. Let us raise our glasses together and toast to victory!"
Everyone raised their glasses and shouted in unison:
"To victory!"
After a round of white wine, Clan Leader Bai He continued:
"This victory is even more inseparable from the help of Senior Dugu Bo and Brother Zhuge Lan."
"If it weren't for the timely assistance of the two of you this time, perhaps our Speed Clan..."
Clan Leader Bai He said with emotion, and Zhuge Lan hurriedly stood up.
"Oh, oh, oh, Clan Leader, you're too polite. The Spirit Hall has done so much evil, it's our duty to protect our homeland."
"Cheers!"
Zhuge Lan shouted to everyone.
"Cheers!"
The clansmen responded in unison.
After the second round of wine.
Clan Leader Bai He filled his own glass, raised it, and said to Zhuge Lan:
"Young Brother Zhuge Lan, I have been listening to rumors all along and had many prejudices against you, which was very disrespectful. I will punish myself with a cup."
"There's no need! I'm used to those things."
After hearing this, Zhuge Lan quickly picked up his glass and drank it with Clan Leader Bai He.
"However, I also paid a heavy price..."
"My precious daughter has been captured by you!"
Clan Leader Bai He said sadly.
"Dad, what are you talking about..."
Bai Chenxiang lowered her head shyly, a flush appearing on her face, and scolded softly, but she felt sweet in her heart.
Zhuge Lan scratched his head embarrassedly, casually picked up the dishes on the table and started eating, to ease the awkward atmosphere.
"Son-in-law, you must treat my Xiang'er well, otherwise, I won't be polite to you!"
Clan Leader Bai He said frankly.
"Please rest assured, Father-in-law. Even if Xiang'er abuses me a thousand times, I will definitely treat Xiang'er like my first love."
Zhuge Lan replied with full confidence.
The clansmen at the entire banquet shouted and jeered when they heard Zhuge Lan's words.
"Drink! Let's go!"
Clan Leader Bai He was overjoyed when he heard Zhuge Lan's words.
After three rounds of wine, the atmosphere of the banquet became more and more lively.
A little boy from the Speed Clan suddenly jumped down from his seat, ran to the stage, picked up the microphone and said loudly: "I want to be like the adults in the future and defeat those bad guys from the Spirit Hall!"
His childish but firm voice made everyone laugh.
Bai He smiled and said loudly:
"Okay, little guy, then you have to practice hard and become the pride of our Speed Clan in the future."
The little boy nodded vigorously, then jumped and ran off the stage, rushed into his mother's arms, and laughed happily.
At another table, several drunk clansmen began to discuss the details of the battle in the morning.
"Let me tell you, I alone repelled several guys from the Spirit Hall at that time."
A clansman with a flushed face patted his chest and said.
"Humph."
"You're just bragging. If I hadn't been sneaking up on those people from behind, it's not certain whether you would be drinking here healthy or not."
Another clansman retorted unconvinced.
"Then I faced three people from the Spirit Hall head-on! I used my speed to avoid all their attacks, and almost made them kill each other!"
The first clansman refused to admit defeat.
"Oh, no matter what, we won in the end, that's the most important thing."
The third clansman smiled and smoothed things over.
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