Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong

Chapter 2240: Chapter 1246: The Upcoming Meeting (Part 2)

“Don’t worry, this time Miss Louise is attending, you might not know because you’re always in charge of receiving guests, but that quirky and gluttonous young Blood Clan lady always drags the Lord to the kitchen to sneak some bites before each banquet starts.”

Abigail chuckled and responded, “Barbara and the others are in charge of the area on the outskirts of the Banquet Hall, so it’s hard to catch a glimpse of the Lord there, but the kitchen with its limited space is a different story.”

“So that’s how it is, our stern Head Maid Linda is actually always thinking about the maids’ well-being.”

Amelia raised an eyebrow and began to tease, “I wonder how the maids would feel if they knew that our unsmiling Head Maid Linda goes to sleep each night with a pillow embroidered with the Lord’s image?”

“Amelia, keep your voice down, you’re the same!”

Blushing, Abigail quickly covered Amelia’s mouth.

As the final preparations were being made in the Banquet Hall, Leo Ray, having just subdued the Moon Chaser Clan, was already approaching the Banquet Hall with Qiana, Taylor, and other members, guided by Sofia.

“Your Highness, just ahead is the Banquet Hall. We just received word from Head Maid Amelia and Head Maid Abigail that everything is ready.”

Wearing a pristine Priest Robe, Sofia placed a hand to her chest and introduced, “Currently, the Seven Kings have all arrived, and the accompanying civil and military officials from various kingdoms are standing by, ready to assist.”

“Excellent, the most important goal of this banquet is to allow them to become acquainted with each other, laying the foundation for future cooperation.”

Leo Ray nodded slightly and then asked, “And what about the two veteran presidents?”

“Your Highness, the leaders of the Mercenary Guild and Alchemist Guild are also all present. However, Pelican Princess Faye is still preparing to reboot the Absolute Defense Barrier at the main palace, so she’ll arrive a bit later.”

Sofia nodded to Leo Ray and asked, “Shall we officially start the banquet now, Your Highness?”

“No rush, there’s still some time left.”

Just as Leo Ray waved his hand, Louise eagerly rushed over, her eyes sparkling, “Lord, since we have some time, why don’t we greet everyone in the kitchen? I haven’t seen Rudy and the others in a while!”

“I’d say you’re just craving food again, aren’t you?”

Leo Ray casually patted her on the head and looked over to Ariel Watson and Catherine, who were waiting nearby, along with Cecilia who was coming around the corner, and smiled, “Why don’t you all join me for a stroll?”

Upon receiving Leo Ray’s instruction, everyone nodded in agreement and cheerfully followed behind him.

“Please follow me this way, Your Highness.”

With that, Sofia laughed softly and once again led the way.

As the group rounded a corridor, the enchanting aroma immediately greeted them.

“Lord, it’s the smell of Frost Sheep Cheese Rolls, my favorite!”

Louise’s eyes sparkled even brighter, and unable to control herself, she grabbed onto Leo Ray’s sleeve as she drooled slightly.

“Looks like Rudy and the others anticipated your arrival, given that you’ve never missed a chance.”

Leo Ray smiled helplessly and quickened his pace.

Once the group arrived in front of the kitchen, Sofia’s clear and ringing voice announced, “His Royal Highness the Holy Lion has arrived!”

Hearing Sofia’s voice, everyone, whether the guards at the door or the busy people inside the kitchen, froze for a moment before hurriedly putting down their work, filled with reverence and excitement, and knelt down.

In the Human World, the title of Holy Lion Prince not only represents a region of the Coldflame Kingdom, but signifies a transcendent existence standing above the Seven Crowns, who saved everyone!

“You don’t need to be so formal, I’m just here for a casual stroll. You’ve all worked hard, so just carry on with your duties.”

Leo Ray slightly raised his hand to signal everyone to rise, then walked into the kitchen with Louise, who was eager beyond words.

As Louise flung herself towards the small dining table Rudy and the others had already prepared, Leo Ray looked around.

This kitchen was at least three to four hundred square feet, looking extremely spacious, with all kinds of ovens, stoves, and countertops fully equipped, and at least a hundred people busily working inside.

Whether it was the maids outside washing and picking vegetables, the chefs in the middle chopping and baking, or Rudy and the other head chefs showcasing their skills at the back, all were working in an orderly manner, cooperating seamlessly.

“Your Highness, what we just passed through was the kitchen’s back door, and over at Rudy’s there are many serving windows leading directly to the banquet hall, ensuring that guests can enjoy freshly made delicacies right away.”

Sofia introduced, walking slowly with Leo Ray and others in the spacious area beside her.

But just as Sofia finished speaking, a sound of chaos suddenly came from nearby.

Following the sound, Leo Ray saw that it was a short-haired maid who accidentally dropped a potato on the ground. Picking it up, she was just about to stand up when her head coincidentally knocked another potato out of the hands of a long-haired maid, and they both bumped into each other, sitting down on the floor with stars in their eyes, making the whole scene quite comical.

“These two girls, how clumsy, what if they disturbed the prince?”

Sofia frowned slightly, just about to step forward to reprimand them but was stopped by Leo Ray.

“It’s alright, everyone makes mistakes.”

Leo Ray smiled faintly and nodded to Ariel Watson and Cecilia beside him, who understood and stepped forward to help the two maids up.

“Th-thank you, Your Majesty (Queen)!”

Seeing that it was a queen who helped them up, and moreover, the most perfect woman they admired in their hearts, the two maids almost fainted with excitement.

But after a moment, their gaze involuntarily fell on Leo Ray, and they quickly knelt on the ground again.

The long-haired maid, with rapid breathing and her chest rising and falling, spoke excitedly first: “Bicrass of the House of Brown, pays respects to His Royal Highness the Holy Lion Prince!”

The short-haired maid followed closely, equally excited and reverent, saying: “Barbara of Jess, pays respects to His Royal Highness the Holy Lion Prince! Being able to see the prince in person from such a close distance is so exhilarating that I accidentally bumped into the prince, please forgive me!”

“I’m not some fragile existence, no need to mention collision.”

Leo Ray smiled and nodded, indicating the still excited maids to stand up.

Leo Ray had encountered many such instances of overwhelming reverence recently, and it was nothing out of the ordinary for him.

“Bicrass of the House of Brown, is it?”

Leo Ray pondered briefly and then said, “If I remember correctly, your father is the deputy captain of the Grim Royal Knights, right? Also, one of Saint King Lawrence’s most loyal subordinates, who stood firmly by my side from the start.”

“Not to hide from the prince, my father once told me that following the prince was the best decision he ever made in his life! My father has been fortunate to be transferred here and has gained the favor of Sofia, becoming the captain of the New Guardian Knights.”

Bicrass was overwhelmed with excitement and cried tears of joy: “I never thought the prince would remember such an insignificant person as my father!”

“Your father is no insignificance; his courage commands respect from everyone.”

Then, turning to Sofia, Leo Ray casually said: “Brown made many contributions to Lawrence’s coronation, worthy of being named meritorious, we must not overlook such contributors.”

“As you command, Your Highness.”

After Sofia nodded in agreement, Leo Ray looked at the short-haired maid Barbara and said, “I remember Lawrence mentioning to me that a brave deputy guard captain fought against several equally strong foes to protect his safety, that would be your father, right?”

“Grateful that the prince remembers my father’s small achievements, I’m filled with gratitude!”

Facing Leo Ray at close proximity, Barbara showed none of the elegant demeanor of a noble lady, her excitement even making snot bubbles appear as she nodded repeatedly.