PNB Chapter 1201 Cape Family Dinner
Chapter 1201 Cape Family Dinner
The war in China is still going on, and Lu Feng’s layout in Europe has not ended either.
In order to further achieve the goal of killing someone with a borrowed knife, he once again sent the killers of the Twelve Zodiac Signs to the Capet family to assassinate the direct descendants of their family.
In order to widen the rift between Henry and the Capet family, he even deliberately let the Twelve Zodiac Signs leave behind some clues during the assassination.
As long as the Capet family starts investigating, it will definitely lead to Henry.
By then, Augustus and other members of the Capetian family will show up, and even if Henry doesn't die, he will be badly hurt.
Faced with the charge of murdering his relatives, it is not easy even for the old patriarch Jane to exonerate him.
Just when Lu Feng was planning to intensify the internal strife within the Capet family, Patriarch Jayne, who was far away in Neuschwanstein Castle, also received news of the internal strife between his two sons.
When he learned that his eldest son had been assassinated, he actually ran to question his most beloved son first. He was over 70 years old and was so angry that he couldn't breathe and almost went to see God.
Fortunately, the old butler nearby took action in time and saved his life.
In order to prevent the brothers from quarreling, Jayne immediately ordered his two sons to return to Neuschwanstein Castle. He wanted to personally mediate the misunderstanding between them.
The two people who received the order returned immediately.
Night fell quietly, gradually enveloping this centuries-old castle.
The night breeze blows gently, making people feel relaxed and happy, and the entire castle looks as beautiful as an ancient painting.
But tonight, beneath this charming picture, lies a turbulent undercurrent.
Inside the castle, the banquet hall was brightly lit.
A huge chandelier inlaid with thousands of crystals hangs from the towering dome, illuminating the entire hall with golden splendor.
On the walls hang priceless classical oil paintings depicting the great achievements of the ancestors of the Capetian family.
The long dining table was carved from a single piece of precious ebony, as smooth as a mirror, reflecting the dancing flames on the silver candlesticks.
The feast on the table was no ordinary feast.
Every dish is made with the best ingredients from Blue Star.
These ingredients, which outsiders have never seen, are just an extremely ordinary meal for the owner of this castle.
The silver cutlery gleamed softly in the light, each piece engraved with the Capetian family crest.
All this silently demonstrates the Capetian family's centuries-long wealth, unparalleled taste and unfathomable influence on the European continent.
The old patriarch, Jane Cape, sat at the head seat at the long table. Although he was old and looked a little tired, his eyes were still sharp and he exuded the majesty of the head of the family all the time.
To his left sat his eldest son August, with a gloomy face and undisguised hostility and dissatisfaction in his eyes.
On the right was Henry, who had a calm expression and even a faint smile on his lips.
The atmosphere in the restaurant was depressing and almost suffocating.
The air seemed to be frozen, and only the subtle sound of silver knives and forks occasionally hitting the porcelain plates further highlighted the silence.
There was no verbal communication between the two brothers, but the occasional glances were like the collision of ice and fire, full of irreconcilable hostility, and silent smoke of gunpowder filled the luxurious dining table.
Jayne saw all this and sighed inwardly, feeling powerless.
If possible, wouldn't he want to see his two sons work together to lead the Capet family to new glory?
But right now, this is almost an impossible luxury.
August is the legitimate eldest son, representing orthodoxy and continuity, but he has a bad temper and mediocre abilities.
Although Henry was an illegitimate child and his background was a permanent flaw for him, he was outstanding in ability, ambitious, and had extraordinary means.
These two brothers are like natural enemies, neither of them will nor can they submit to the other.
In this awkward silence and confrontation, Henry suddenly put down his knife and fork gracefully.
He picked up the napkin and wiped the corners of his mouth, then did something unexpected - he stood up, gently placed the plate of carefully cut, evenly sized steaks in front of him in front of his father Jayne, and then naturally took away the untouched steak in front of Jayne.
"Father, your plate seems to be a little cold. Have mine. I just cut it."
His voice was gentle and his movements were natural and smooth, as if he was just doing something insignificant.
Jayne was stunned for a moment, looking at the plate of steak in front of him that was carefully prepared by his son, and a trace of imperceptible relief and emotion flashed in his old eyes.
This child has great abilities and skills, and he is also so careful, filial, and considerate... How can he not favor him a little?
However, this heartwarming scene instantly ignited the jealousy and contempt in August's heart.
He almost sneered with disdain, and the sarcasm in his eyes was so strong that it could not be dissolved.
As expected, he is an illegitimate child who cannot be shown in public. He would use such petty favors and flattery to win people's hearts!
Jayne keenly noticed the sudden gloomy expression on his eldest son's face and the hostility that was almost overflowing. He was shocked and knew that he could not remain silent any longer.
Then he immediately cleared his throat and tapped the edge of his wine glass with his knife and fork, breaking the dangerous silence. His voice carried the majesty of the head of the family:
"Okay, I know everything about you two."
He first looked at August, and his tone slowed down and soothed, "August, I am very worried and angry about your assassination attempt."
"The family will never tolerate this matter. I will use all my strength to investigate it thoroughly and will definitely give you an explanation!"
After saying this, he turned his gaze to Henry, his eyes becoming extremely serious, even with a hint of scrutiny and warning:
"Henry, you are my cherished son. But I hope for the best that this matter... really has nothing to do with you."
"Otherwise, even I would never show favoritism."
Facing his father's sharp gaze, Henry's face was not at all flustered. Instead, he showed a smile that was a bit aggrieved and sincere:
"Father, please rest assured. I have always respected my elder brother and I know the importance of family harmony."
"I will never do anything like this, harming my blood relatives and damaging the interests of my family. I absolutely will not do it, and I will never bother to do it."
"Respect?" August finally couldn't help himself and uttered an undisguised sneer, his voice sharp. "You probably wish I had died at the hands of that killer last night so that I could make room for you!"
The two sides confronted each other again, and the tension instantly became extremely strong. Jayne had to raise his voice again to forcibly suppress the conflict between the two:
"That's enough! Stop talking!"