My Scheming Little Devil-Chapter 1837: To Eliminate Future Troubles

The nobles involved in politics felt an unspoken unease, as the Grand Councilman was already an unshakable force. Initially, they thought that with the death of his son, he would inevitably be too demoralized to recover, gradually retiring from the political scene.

This would give them the chance to climb up.

But now, with such a formidable adopted son at his side, like a tiger gaining wings, it seems likely that there will be even fewer who can rival them in power. Will the shadow king of the Aus Empire truly fall into their hands?

How could these suppressed nobles ever be content with such a situation?

After holding the position of Grand Councilman for twenty years, still not satisfied, huh, what more could this family want?

Several glances filled with concealed hatred silently shot from all directions towards the Grand Councilman standing closest to the queen’s throne; however, he seemed completely oblivious to the animosity-filled stares, or rather, he simply did not regard these people seriously—mere ants not worth competing with.

At this moment, his expression was proud and delighted, smiling as he watched his adopted son on the screen. Indeed, he was not disappointed. The conversation they had before departing was vivid in his memory. He had had some concerns back then, as there had never been an opportunity to truly witness this child’s capabilities. It’s possible that this child might not meet his expectations.

But now, he was thoroughly satisfied. Ling Kong was far stronger than Ling Yun, surpassing his expectations and surprising him greatly. Sometimes, he truly felt that Ling Kong was more like his own son.

With the joy of discovering a diamond in the rough, he valued and cared for this child more and more.

Ling Kong would become his best ally at the pinnacle of power and the most outstanding successor of the family’s vast enterprise!

"Perhaps the Councilman should announce the conferment himself, after all, Young Master Helian is so outstanding, and the Councilman must be very proud!" The queen’s gaze fell on Halian Jing’s smug face.

Halian Jing smiled slightly, modestly saying, "How could I steal the queen’s thunder? I insist the honor be yours, Your Majesty!"

The queen smiled as well, though in her heart she was sneering. Let this old fox be smug for now, but how long can he remain pleased? He’s happy today, but tomorrow he might well fall into the depths of despair.

She cast her gaze back onto the young man on the screen, her heart as cold as an unmelting ice cavern. Helian Ling Kong, was it!

If there’s anyone to blame, blame your own bad luck for being taken in as Halian Jing’s adopted son.

Under no circumstances could she allow Halian Jing’s influence to expand further, and she truly did not expect that his newly adopted young son would possess such shocking talents. She had misjudged him, and now, before this young man could reach the pinnacle, he must be eliminated once and for all to prevent future troubles!

"Congratulations, Helian Ling Kong. I hereby formally award you the Imperial Grand Cross of the Star Knight Medal, acknowledging your extraordinary achievements in this military campaign, and congratulate you on your promotion to Major!" The queen’s resonant, authoritative voice reverberated throughout the great hall, provoking a round of astonished gasps.

The Grand Cross of the Star Medal is a top-tier series medal, representing the queen’s trust and favor. It is an honor not lightly awarded, requiring not only notable achievements but also the queen’s trust to earn.

Evidently, the nobles did wonder why the queen would confer such a high level of decoration on the Councilman’s son. Wasn’t it a known fact that the queen and the Grand Councilman were not truly on good terms?

This time she had taken the initiative to show favor.

Ji Lingkong, waiting to be conferred, was evidently taken aback for a moment, then his expression returned to calm, elegantly kneeling on one knee, gracefully accepting this sudden honor without displaying much excitement.