Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong Chapter 2787: 1528: The Road to the Banquet_2

“Heh, it’s merely a misunderstanding, nothing more.”

The awkwardness in Administrator I’s chuckle intensified, prompting him to gesture invitingly once more as he remarked, “Esteemed visitors, the location for the banquet lies just ahead.”

Thanks to Administrator I’s mediation, Bisos acknowledged that no benefit was to be had and thus quieted down, moving to the side in silence.

Following this, the party faced no additional hindrances and promptly arrived at a vast and imposing structure.

The oversized stairs leading up to the grand structure, along with the illuminated large windows and the massive entrance, indicated that this site was designed specifically for giants.

Encircling the immense edifice were giant soldiers equipped with heavy armor, each resembling a miniature mountain range.

Taking the entrance as the divide, on one side stood the Half-Titans that Leo Ray and his companions had previously encountered, while the other side featured a fresh assembly of sturdy giants, equally formidable in presence.

All these giants donned silvery armor, with their visible flesh resembling tough, shadowy gray rock.

It went without saying that these were clearly Stone Giants.

“Heh, esteemed visitors, this serves as the site for the banquet.”

Administrator I continued his overly warm demeanor, acting as though the prior incident never occurred, and further stated, “Kindly enter.”

With those words, Administrator I moved toward the regular staircase next to the giant ones, persisting in leading Leo Ray and his entourage.

“Your Excellency, might these be our invited guests?”

The foremost Stone Giant commander advanced, obstructing the progress of our party.

Differing from Bisos, this colossal Stone Giant commander was attired in magical robes, evidently a powerhouse specializing in magic.

“Your Majesty of the Humans, this individual goes by the name Rock, possessing power on par with Bisos at Tier 6 Peak.”

Sina’s brows knitted together faintly as she murmured to Leo Ray.

Sina’s voice, laced with deference and vigilance, revealed her significant caution toward him.

In truth, during their past clashes, Sina had yet to secure a single victory, and her famed petrification spell proved utterly ineffective against him.

Moreover, his reputation for slyness set him apart as an uncommonly intelligent commander among giants, once driving back Sina’s three Tier 4 Armies using only a single Tier 4 Stone Giant Legion.

“Yes, does General Rock have something he’d like to address?”

Administrator I halted briefly and questioned him.

“Your Excellency, the invite was issued solely to the Human Race Emperor and two leaders, totaling three individuals. Doesn’t this seem excessive?”

Rock gently struck the floor with the tip of his enormous magic staff and grinned, “Our banquet hosts illustrious leaders; they aren’t figures that common folk can simply encounter at will.”

“The general speaks truly; it was an error on my part.”

Administrator I, adopting a tone of sudden awareness, faced Leo Ray and expressed awkwardly, “My regrets, Your Majesty of the Humans, what is your view?”

By now, it was obvious that the Administrator and his adversaries had coordinated this ploy to hinder us.

Prior to the Administrator completing his statement, Sina advanced, her forehead creased as she declared, “Absurd! The invitation says nothing against including guards or attendants; if your superiors may do so, why not ours?”

“Ah, if it isn’t the Desert Leader. Apparently, the wounds from our last meeting have mended completely. Splendid.”

Rock regarded Sina with a smirk and commented, “What of now? Secured a supporter?”

“You…”

Ere Sina could conclude her words, Leo Ray softly touched her shoulder, indicating she should disregard his intentional blockade.

“Debate serves no purpose; onward.”

Leo Ray gave a subtle nod and proceeded first.

“Such boldness, Your Majesty of the Humans. By all means, proceed.”

Rock refrained from impeding and allowed them passage with indifference.

Observing Leo Ray take the lead, a sly expression surfaced on Rock’s dusky gray giant visage, brimming with poise and assurance.

He had arranged multiple magical snares along the route Leo Ray was compelled to follow, not lethal yet sufficient to surprise the unwary, utterly ruining their gear.

As Leo Ray dared to traverse it, he anticipated witnessing the man’s humiliating appearance.

The giant sentries surrounding Rock exchanged knowing looks, all seeming primed for an entertaining display.

Especially the Stone Giant sentries, who nearly pictured Leo Ray’s embarrassing predicament in their thoughts.

Rock held a position in the top three magical powerhouses among Stone Giants and ranked as one of the elite Heavenly Pride figures nearing Half-step Tier 7 at Tier 6 Peak, boasting superior magical prowess, rendering confrontations with ordinary humans effortless.

Amid the mocking stares, Administrator I mirrored the sentiment, subtly retreating a few paces to evade the impending turmoil.

Beneath the vigilant scrutiny of the assembly, Leo Ray advanced delicately into the zone allegedly laden with Rock’s magical snares.

Yet, despite the anticipatory stares, the anticipated magical snares failed to trigger, behaving as though faulty.

Not until Leo Ray gained unhindered access to the vast hall did a flickering strand of lightning gleam briefly and vanish.

“What occurred? My carefully prepared magical snares were quietly neutralized?!”

Gazing at Leo Ray’s steadfast silhouette, the poise and mockery vanished from Rock’s ashen giant features, his eyes bulging as if ready to burst.

The remaining giant sentries, poised for amusement, exchanged baffled glances, clueless about the events.

Within the stunned gathering, solely Administrator I inhaled deeply, for the initial instance viewing Leo Ray with concealed admiration.

This Human Race Emperor had likely detected Rock’s magical snares early and discreetly nullified them using thunderous power upon entry, an audacious accomplishment that even Administrator I would find difficult to replicate.

As Administrator I surmised, Leo Ray had indeed perceived their scheme beforehand.

Regarding the nullification of the magical snares, Sheila’s aid facilitated it, occurring instantaneously, and with Sheila in the [Divine Stone] form exhibiting no energy signatures, detection was impossible.

While Rock and the Administrator remained shocked, not just Leo Ray but every one of our potent companions accessed the hall without issue.

“Tch, even if you neutralized my magical snares, the might of the prominent attendees at this banquet surpasses your wildest notions!”

Rock, displaying vexation, scoffed, “Regret not heeding my caution; this marks only the start!”

Upon hearing Rock, the Administrator’s expression normalized; he concurred. On this occasion, Half-Titans and Stone Giants had deployed their premier warriors, and with such overwhelming might combined, subduing the Human Race Emperor posed no difficulty.

In any case, should that Human Race Emperor persist in such audacity, departing unharmed would prove arduous.

As these thoughts crossed the Administrator’s mind, Leo Ray glanced back mildly and addressed him coolly, “What’s the holdup? Won’t you guide us?”

“Of course, immediately.”

Administrator I’s tone resumed its characteristic cheer, and in a flash, he positioned himself ahead of the party.

Led by the Administrator, the party climbed the ordinary stairs adjacent to the giant ones and shortly reached the massive portal’s forefront.

“Your Majesty of the Humans, here lies the banquet’s locale.”

With the Administrator’s declaration, the enormous door gradually parted.

Nevertheless, upon beholding the interior vista, Leo Ray and his allies found their brows furrowing deeply.