Approaching her, He Xiao Lan Ya took two steps forward and affectionately extended her hand, saying softly, "Let me take you."
Today, she would announce to everyone, declare that Meng Jing Wei was her biological daughter and the future heir of the Hidden Clan.
No one knew how long He Xiao Lan Ya had waited for this moment, or how much she longed for it.
"No need, I can walk myself."
Meng Jing Wei disliked He Xiao Lan Ya and did not want to hold her hand, pretending maternal affection.
"Alright then, let's go."
He Xiao Lan Ya did not insist.
The group headed towards the venue of the hunting ceremony together.
A great many people attended the ceremony today, and the venue was a flattened area larger than a stadium.
As the hunting ceremony was held annually, the facilities here were very comprehensive.
The center of the venue was an open space, with tables and chairs arranged around the perimeter, and reinforced umbrellas that provided both shade and rain protection.
On the high platform of the venue were the He Ka clan, followed by high-ranking officials, dignitaries, and merchants of the Hidden Clan.
Behind the high platform was a huge screen, displaying everything on the platform.
The entire format was similar to a sports event.
Because He Ka Qing Tang would publicly announce Meng Jing Wei's identity during this event, He Xiao Lan Ya and Meng Jing Wei had the honor of sitting on the stage.
After the guests were seated, a special person guided them to their places. He Xiao Lan Ya and Meng Jing Wei were led to the stage and seated next to He Ka Ling Chuan.
The main seat on the stage was occupied by He Ka Qing Tang, with her trusted aides beside her. Next were He Ka Lian Nuo and He Ka Yan Yi, followed by the prince and princess Meng Jing Wei had not met, and finally He Ka Ling Chuan, with Meng Jing Wei, He Xiao Lan Ya, and Li Zi Rui next to him.
"Psst~~"
As soon as Meng Jing Wei sat down, He Ka Ling Chuan whistled at her, as if afraid she wouldn't know he was there.
"Long time no see," He Ka Ling Chuan said with a wink and a smile.
"Yes, it has been quite a while. It's just passed 72 hours, hasn't it?" Meng Jing Wei nodded and replied seriously.
"Hahaha, isn't that right? We haven't seen each other for 72 hours, and this prince has missed you terribly."
He Ka Ling Chuan teased.
Because Qing Mu Ye was a 'wooden pillar', he sat with Old Chen Tou, Dai Si Ti Ni, He Xiao Ming Jin, and others in the middle section of the left row.
On the right, closest to the stage, were Anthony, Han Jun Yan, Xiao Cheng, and others. Next were Old Chen Tou and Qing Mu Ye. The rest were merchants of the Hidden Clan.
The left side was occupied by high-ranking officials, dignitaries, and their families of the Hidden Clan.
With a few drumbeats, the ceremony officially began.
A host came on stage and spoke a few words, followed by He Ka Qing Tang's speech.
She delivered a long, bureaucratic speech, reading from a script for a considerable time.
Fortunately, the day was a breezy, overcast one, without the scorching sun, making it exceptionally refreshing.
Due to the unique geography of the Hidden Clan, the area was very cool. Even under the bright sun, the temperature did not exceed twenty-six degrees Celsius.
Just as Meng Jing Wei was feeling bored, He Ka Qing Tang suddenly mentioned her name.
Rumble—
Suddenly, thunderous applause erupted from the surroundings.
Amidst the enthusiastic applause, Meng Jing Wei could still hear murmurs.
Then, she saw He Xiao Lan Ya stand up and give Meng Jing Wei a meaningful look.
Li Zi Rui, who was sitting next to Meng Jing Wei and He Xiao Lan Ya, stood up.
He Xiao Lan Ya held the microphone and introduced their identities, "By the gracious invitation of the Hidden Lord, I, He Xiao Lan Ya, along with my daughter He Xiao Jing Wei and He Xiao Zi Rui, have the honor of attending this hunting ceremony."
As there were many people in the venue, a large sound system was in place. Even He Xiao Lan Ya's extremely gentle voice could reach every corner, making sure everyone could hear clearly.
However, as soon as her words fell, the surroundings immediately erupted in an uproar!