The Halong family's mansion was brightly lit at night, and the atmosphere of the celebration banquet reached its climax.

The Halong family's Saint-level banquet was the biggest event in the Imperial City these days.

Inside the banquet hall, magnificent chandeliers emitted dazzling light, and the flames in the fireplace leaped, adding warmth and vitality to the entire hall.

The guests were dressed in grand attire, their faces filled with smiles as they congratulated the Halong family.

Until eight or nine o'clock in the evening, the atmosphere of the celebration banquet remained exceptionally lively.

The guest list for this banquet not only included nobles and high-ranking officials of the empire, but even Emperor Gustav himself attended, which was undoubtedly the highest recognition of Alonso's achievements.

Emperor Gustav's arrival made the atmosphere of the banquet even more solemn. His appearance was not only to celebrate Alonso's breakthrough but also to consolidate the close relationship between the royal family and the Halong family.

The Emperor's arrival made all the guests feel honored and also elevated the Halong family's prestige to a new height.

At the banquet, Emperor Gustav delivered a passionate speech, praising Alonso's achievements,

and the Halong family's contributions to the empire. His words were full of expectations for the future, hoping that Alonso would continue to make greater contributions to the development of the empire.

As the Crown Prince, Soren's performance at the banquet was also widely praised, and most of the nobles in the Imperial City treated Soren with even greater enthusiasm.

As Soren's great-grandfather, Alonso's position and strength were unmatched in the empire.

As long as nothing unexpected happened to him, Soren's position as Crown Prince would be secure.

In such a world where strength was paramount, Alonso's existence itself was Soren's greatest support. The banquet ended in laughter and cheers. Soren stood outside the gate, watching the guests leave, and couldn't help but sigh in his heart: "This is the high-martial world, where everything is based on strength."

Empress Maria, with a beaming smile, walked up to Soren and made her request: "Soren, would you like to return to the palace with Mother Consort?" Her tone carried a hint of playfulness, but more of it was concern for her son.

Empress Maria had already heard about the magical artifact that Soren had obtained from the Norahan Maze. She knew that it was a precious item that could test cultivation talent. She planned to borrow this item to test her own and the head maid Eileen's cultivation talent.

In this world, the level of cultivation talent was directly related to a person's future and status.

This also meant that the actions and expressions of the people sitting in the carriage were completely visible to the people outside.

Soren understood this, so he could only sit honestly, without daring to make any small movements, lest he attract unnecessary attention.

Although Soren was sitting upright in the carriage, his heart was full of anticipation.

After returning to the palace, he would test that precious magical artifact with his Mother Consort.

The carriage continued to move forward, and Soren's mood became more and more excited. He looked forward to returning to the palace.

Empress Maria asked with concern: "Soren, you've been at the peak of the fifth level for a long time, why haven't you broken through yet?" Her voice carried a hint of worry, and she was clearly very concerned about Soren's cultivation progress.

Soren's eyes began to dart around when he heard his Mother Consort's question.

He knew his Mother Consort's worries and also knew her expectations of him.

Empress Maria also stared at Soren's eyes, and she had a premonition in her heart.

Soren took a deep breath and said in a low voice: "I don't want to break through so quickly."

"Why?" Empress Maria asked in confusion.

Soren's cheeks flushed red, and he found it difficult to say: "I want Mother Consort to help me often."

Soren's words revealed his expectations and reliance on Empress Maria,

A complex look flashed in Empress Maria's eyes when she heard Soren's answer. She had a premonition, but she was still a little embarrassed to hear Soren say it himself.

She had also become very enthusiastic about helping Soren since she didn't know when.

Empress Maria's heart was full of contradictions and struggles. She had wanted to resist, but after contacting Soren, she didn't want to lose him more and more.

Soren looked at Empress Maria with anticipation on his face, his eyes full of desire and trust in Empress Maria.

After pondering for a long time, Empress Maria turned her head to look out the window, watching the night scene outside the car window, her voice low and firm: "Even if you break through to the sixth level, as long as you want, I will have to help you." Her answer made Soren's eyes light up, and he happily said: "Mother Consort, you are the best."

The corners of Empress Maria's mouth raised slightly, and Soren's affectionate behavior made her very enjoyable.

Empress Maria's answer was both a promise to Soren and a hint.

Soren quietly stretched out his hand and held Empress Maria's hand. His movements were gentle and cautious, as if he was testing Empress Maria's reaction.

Empress Maria gave Soren a charming look.

This look was full of charm and revealed her indulgence towards Soren.

Soren stretched out his hand more boldly and placed it on Empress Maria's thigh.

The action was very bold, after all, this was outside, and it also represented Soren's test,

Empress Maria did not resist, acquiescing to Soren's small movements.

Soren's heart couldn't help but speed up.

Empress Maria also had struggles in her heart, but her doting on Soren made her unable to resist his intimacy.

Her eyes contained both warnings and a hint of hidden expectation.

"This is still outside, we'll talk about it when we get back to the palace." Empress Maria's voice carried a hint of unquestionable majesty, she obviously didn't want Soren to make overly intimate moves in public places.

Soren retracted his hand awkwardly and sat upright.

Empress Maria gently straightened the corners of her skirt, hoping that Soren would not do this kind of behavior again.

Soren cleared his throat, trying to change the subject: "Mother Consort, I got a book some time ago, I'll bring it to you tonight."

Empress Maria nodded, she thought this was Soren's excuse to go to her at night.

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