Some Rejoice, Some Worry

/The displayed behavior was undeniably heartless and barbaric,/ everyone murmured.

As a result, the officials who had placed their bets on Madam Guo'an's victory shed tears to the heavens as they wiped their eyes. They watched helplessly as the Crown Prince Consort's faction capitalized on their multi-year savings.

The most amusing situation unfolded with the Vassal King of Jianping.

He should have been among those shedding tears to the heavens.

However, the Vassal Prince of Jianping surprised everyone by increasing the wager by an additional 20 million right at the school's entrance. Not only did the father and son duo not suffer losses, but they also somehow ended up with a net gain of 20 million after subtracting their initial investment.

The Vassal King of Jianping finally found his son significantly more pleasing to the eye. He affectionately stroked his son's head and nodded, accompanied by a rare smile. "You've done exceptionally well."