His Royal Highness

"Oh, what an intelligent girl," Jing Wushuang commented as he raised his eyes, a quick flash of light shining under his usually warm gaze.

Helian Weiwei had already jumped out of the carriage, surprising the servant who was driving.

When Liang Bo turned back and caught sight of the woman, he was taken aback. Her face was beautiful, with exquisite eyebrows, and her long, curly hair cascaded down to her waist like ink, captivating everyone's gaze.

Liang Bo quickly tightened the reins and his old face was filled with shock. "Young Master, just now..." He couldn't believe that the person the third prince was searching for could be her!

Did his master really know that he had hidden someone in the carriage?

If this were discovered by the third prince...

Liang Bo wiped away a cold sweat. Even though their family had great influence, they still had to respect the royal family. The young master had no fear of anything.

But this girl was truly exceptional. Throughout the journey, he hadn't noticed anything unusual!

"Liang Bo," Jing Wushuang's voice interrupted him warmly. His eyes were clear but carried a deepness like the sea, with a faint blue glow that could drown people. He then curved his lips gently, extending his jade-like fingers to pick up the silver that Helian Weiwei had thrown on the table. "How many people have you seen that the third prince couldn't find for a whole day and night?"

Liang Bo was stunned. He had heard about the third prince's reputation. Even if he lost his martial energy, no one dared to challenge his anger. No matter how arrogant the four major families were, they wouldn't dare to provoke him.

One could imagine the means the third prince possessed.

But until now, after searching for a day, he hadn't found the person he was looking for.

"Only one," Liang Bo searched through his memories before answering, "I have only seen one such person." He paused for a moment before adding, "And that person was a woman!"

Jing Wushuang collected the silver in his palm and smiled faintly. "It seems that the Helian family's waste is not as useless as the rumors suggest."

"That was Miss Waste Wood from the Helian family?" Liang Bo suddenly exclaimed. "How... how is that possible? Isn't it said that the eldest daughter of the Helian family is clumsy, with dark skin and vulgar manners? She's not even as good as a village girl. Even the Murong family's son withdrew from their marriage proposal. But just by looking at her, even if it was just a glance, I could tell she was a beautiful lady!"

Jing Wushuang placed his hand to his lips, coughing twice. When he spoke again, he sounded as if it didn't matter to him. "There's nothing that's impossible. City rumors are just idle gossip. Hurry up."

"Yes!" It took Liang Bo a while to come back to his senses. He raised the whip, lost in thought. Upon careful consideration, he realized that it was the first time the young master had taken the initiative to help someone.

Could it be because the eldest daughter of the Helian family hadn't been caught by the third prince?

Liang Bo couldn't fathom his master's thoughts.

Similarly, Sun Gonggong couldn't comprehend his highness's mind.

It had been almost a night and a day, and His Highness hadn't slept at all. Was this way of doing things too harsh on himself?

The secret guards outside had been withdrawn, but it was clear that His Highness wasn't fully committed to arresting Miss Helian.

Looking at the Supreme Elder with a pale face, one could understand the cause and effect.

"Hmph! Don't even think about it. I won't tell you where my good disciple is!" Sun Gonggong raised his head and stared at the ceiling. This line had been repeated by the Supreme Elder at least three times.

Baili Jia Jue didn't even spare him a glance. He calmly drank his tea and played with the finest martial arts pieces in his hands. These treasures could only be found in the Ghost Hall, tempting all martial cultivators in the world.

The Supreme Elder licked his lips, his eyes filled with desire as he said, "Ice boy, my good disciple isn't cooperating with you, so are you really so heartless?" Baili Jia Jue remained silent, supporting his chin with his hand. He looked down at the Supreme Elder, his gaze aloof and colder than ever.

If it weren't for the Fire Unicorn knowing that his master couldn't see anything at the moment, it would have assumed that the master was putting pressure on the Supreme Elder. And indeed, the Supreme Elder could feel the pressure. But for the sake of his good disciple, he had to endure!

Just as the Supreme Elder was about to heroically stand up for his disciple, Baili Jia Jue's indifferent voice came through slowly, "If you don't speak, the main hall will find out where she went."

The Supreme Elder was dumbfounded. What did that mean?

"Summon Nangong Lie," Baili Jia Jue casually instructed the servant nearby.

The Supreme Elder's beard trembled—it was over. Usually, divination sacrifices were the most spiritually sensitive.

Although Nangong Lie couldn't pinpoint the exact location of the disciple, he could predict the general direction and related events. With Baili Jia Jue's brilliant mind, he would surely figure out where his good disciple had gone!

The shadow lowered his eyes and glanced at the slightly impatient Supreme Elder. Then, he said, "Your Highness, it might be best to set aside the matter of finding Miss Helian for now. Representatives from the four major families have arrived at the main hall, seeking an audience with you regarding the events at Taibai Academy."

This was trouble!

A formidable trouble!

The Supreme Elder stood up and spoke in defense of Baili Kaku. However, he noticed that the man casually dusted off his robe and walked without a care in the world. The breeze gently lifted his long sleeves, carrying a hint of anger.

The Fire Unicorn shook its head. Humans were truly foolish. They dared to provoke the owner when he was already in a bad mood...

Bang!

The wind howled as the doors and windows were shut.

The luxurious marble reflected the grandeur of the hall. The patriarchs of the four major families, each wearing a solemn robe, emanated a steady stream of martial energy. Behind them stood the heirs of their respective families, including Murong Changfeng, who exuded an air of newfound superiority on his handsome face.

Every time the patriarchs of the four major families came to the palace, they presented numerous proposals.

The emperor was easily swayed by beauty and prone to listening to rumors. The only fortunate thing was that Baili Jiajue wasn't in charge of the palace—instead, it was the emperor.

"Taibai Academy has always been a peaceful place. How could you dispatch secret guards there? It's a clear violation of the academy's rules!"

"The rule of Taibai Academy prohibits using privileges to harm academy students, Your Highness. And no one was harmed!"

The echoes of heated arguments filled the dome as both sides engaged in a heated dispute.

Baili Jiajue, the third prince, remained seated in his own chair, his mysterious face turned to the side, absentminded. His right hand supported his chin as he seemed lost in thought...