Chapter 3838: Chapter 3685
Imperial Palace!
Gazing at the man kneeling before her, Xue Qinghe's expression was indifferent as she inquired, "What about the message you were sent to deliver? How did it go?"
After receiving the request from Ning Fengzhi, she did not choose to agree immediately but first sent someone to ask for Xu Sheng's opinion!
As for why they didn't inform her while at the imperial palace, one could only say it was a matter of timing being too coincidental!
The latter, upon hearing the question, hurriedly responded, "Holy Daughter, as per your instructions, I have informed Xu Sheng and the two Grand Worshippers of the specific situation, and during the process, we were not discovered by Xue Ye's men!"
To think I almost could not return, those elders in the Worship Hall are truly frightening!
Xue Qinghe nodded her approval and then followed up, "Good, then what was Xu Sheng's reply? Does he plan to meet with Ning Fengzhi?"
The man's expression turned troubled, and after hesitating briefly, he chose to give an honest answer, "This… I am not certain, but based on their conversation, they seem to be preparing to depart for the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect!"
Hearing this reply, Xue Qinghe immediately made a judgment, "If that is the case, then they surely will not be mistaken. Xu Sheng and his party must be planning to set off for the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect immediately!"
The words spoken by Xu Sheng seldom change!
The man grew perplexed, his tone cautious, "Holy Daughter, are you so certain? The Seven Treasures Glaze Sect is guarded by Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo, even with Jianglong Gongfeng and Qian Jun following, it's not certain they will emerge unscathed!"
The renown and strength of Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo surpass that of these two worshippers!
Xue Qinghe shook her head, "If that is all, there is nothing to worry about; just Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo alone cannot take them down!"
What truly worried her was Ning Fengzhi!
With his Martial Soul enhancement, their power could become dramatically disparate!
However, since Xu Sheng has decided to go, he must have made preparatory arrangements in advance!
All her worries would only impair her judgment!
Xue Qinghe took a deep breath, refocused her gaze on the man, "Additionally, don't you think you're speaking too much?"
The man bowed his head in earnest trepidation and softly said, "Yes, Holy Daughter, I was overstepping just now, I will…"
However, Xue Qinghe cut him off, "No need, keeping you here will only expose a flaw of mine. Conceal your identity well and return to the Worship Hall immediately!"
Although somewhat dissatisfied, out of respect for her status, the man chose to comply.
"I understand, Holy Daughter, I will leave the imperial palace discreetly!"
After a brief indication, the man swiftly vanished from sight...
At this moment, the hidden Porcupine Douluo and Serpent Spear Douluo appeared as well, looking somewhat downcast...
"Holy Daughter, such a task could have been entrusted to us; entrusting it to these fellows, if exposed, might implicate you!"
"Indeed, are we inferior to these ants??"
Xue Qinghe glanced at them, "Don't overthink it; within the imperial palace, only you warrant my trust!"
"There's a reason why I sent them!"
Having said that, she lost interest in further dialogue, leaving the two with the sight of her departing figure…
Porcupine Douluo seemed to notice something and couldn't help but mutter, "Hey, Serpent Spear, do you think the Holy Daughter is in a bad mood because of Xu Sheng's departure?"
Serpent Spear Douluo also felt it made some sense, "That's possible. From childhood, the Holy Daughter has never shown us displeasure; yet this time, such an expression!"
"But don't worry, the Holy Daughter's disposition is not that of a child; it won't take many days for her to return to normal!"
"Indeed, the Holy Daughter wouldn't be affected by such a trifle for long!"
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Heaven Dou Royal Academy!
Xue Beng quietly observed his surroundings, cursing inwardly, "There seem to be fewer watchers around, might it be that some major event occurred in the imperial palace, drawing the attention of that impostor big brother away from me?"
It looks like I should find a time to ask my uncle!!
The noble students around him did not notice his unusual demeanor, busying themselves complaining, "Lord Xue Beng, those wretches from the next class are too bullying, daring to beat me up yesterday – that's practically like striking your face!"
"Absolutely, as the prince of His Majesty Xue Ye, how dare these vermin insult you? They must be taught a lesson!"
"Here's the plan: tomorrow, we'll beat them up together to show them what happens when they mess with a prince!"
Although he loathed associating with these profligate sons, he had no choice but to disguise his disgust.
So, feigning joy he said, "Of course, who am I but the prince of Emperor Xue Ye of the Tiandou Empire? When beating a dog, one has to look at the owner. Tomorrow, join me, and we shall seek justice!"
"Come, follow me..."
However, at that moment, he was abruptly intercepted by a tutor from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy...
Xue Beng seemed to recognize the tutor but still disdainfully said, "What do you want, stopping me? Don't think that just because you're a tutor at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, you can order me around."
The tutor remained composed, "You jest, Lord Xue Beng. How could I dare to stop you? I merely need to confirm something about your recent activities at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy…"
The other noble students, upon seeing this, exchanged glances and soon discreetly left the scene…
As a prince, Xue Beng naturally had no fear, but they were just minor nobles - if something was discovered, the consequence might very well be expulsion from the academy!
Once they had gone, Xue Beng's tone returned to normal, "Is it uncle looking for me?"
Each time Prince Xue Xing had something to discuss, he used this method for notification, to avoid attracting the attention of the observant.
The tutor expressed a few traces of admiration, affirmatively stating, "Indeed, Lord Xue Beng, Prince Xue Xing has urgent matters to consult with you. Please proceed promptly!"
At such an age, to understand how to conceal oneself, truly worthy of being His Majesty Xue Ye's prince!
A pity that with Xue Qinghe present, he has no chance to showcase his talents!
Such a sorrow!
Xue Beng nodded his understanding, "Alright, I got it. I will go see my uncle shortly. With too many eyes around, let's end the conversation here!"
The tutor nodded slightly and sternly said, "Lord Xue Beng, though you are a prince, you have recently conducted too many outrageous acts, which has greatly angered Prince Xue Xing!"
"If you don't restrain yourself, you may well face expulsion from the academy!"
Xue Beng pushed the tutor aside, unafraid, "Hmph, I am the prince, and this is just a mere Heaven Dou Royal Academy. How could they possibly dare to expel me!"
"I have no time to waste words with you, out of my way!!"