Chapter 101: Qian Renxue's Curiosity, The Man from Wu'an City

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Upon hearing Qian Renxue's question, Porcupinefish Douluo's eyebrows furrowed slightly. "I'm not sure, but such a thing would enrage anyone—even an ordinary person."

"After all, Wu Ping City was captured by his own army; Wu'an City was his stronghold… and now it's been snatched away right under his nose, like a mantis catching a cicada while the oriole waits behind."

"But!"

"The other party is a direct descendant of the Duke's household and his nephew. If Dai Chengfeng still wants to compete for the throne, he might have no choice but to swallow this bitter pill."

"Otherwise, having a duke as his opponent…"

"It would be unwise."

"Do you think he'll swallow this insult?"

As Porcupinefish Douluo finished speaking, Qian Renxue picked up her white porcelain teacup, taking a delicate sip. Her eyes grew distant, as if gazing far into the distance. "I'm so curious—what will you do?"

After a long pause.

Qian Renxue snapped back to reality, a faint smile tugging at the corners of her lips. "Let me see for myself!"

She stood up, picked up the letter on the desk, and tucked it into her chest. "I'll go out alone for a bit. If anyone comes looking for me, tell them I'm resting."

"Yes!"

Porcupinefish Douluo nodded.

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Tian Dou City, Ye Family Clinic.

Two carriages pulled by sleek black horses slowly made their way toward the street where the Ye Family Clinic was located.

Clip-clop, clip-clop, clip-clop…

Each rotation of the carriage wheels rolled over the stone-paved road, producing a crisp creaking sound.

Soon, the carriage finally arrived in front of the Ye Family Clinic and came to a stop.

The clinic's gates were tightly shut, and its sign swayed gently in the breeze. Carved into the wooden plaque were ancient golden characters.

The carriage curtain lifted.

A handsome youth stepped out, dressed in pristine white robes embroidered with gold threads, his golden hair shimmering under the sun. His heterochromatic golden-blue eyes sparkled brilliantly.

"We're finally back!"

Gazing at the familiar sight of the Ye Family Clinic, Dai Chengfeng stretched lazily.

Following him, Zhu Fan, Ye Renxin, Dugu Bo, Ye Lingling, and Dugu Yan disembarked one after another.

Ye Renxin also stretched his aging bones. "Yes, we're finally back."

However, compared to Dai Chengfeng's relaxed demeanor, Ye Renxin let out a soft sigh, his face revealing a complex expression.

He felt both nostalgia for the past and reluctance to leave…

But soon, as he looked at his granddaughter Ye Lingling, his gaze steadied.

'For Lingling's better future… everything is worth it!'

With this thought, Ye Renxin turned to Dai Chengfeng and said slowly, "Chengfeng, let's rest today and sort out personal belongings like clothes. Tomorrow, take Lingling to withdraw from Tian Dou Imperial Academy, then organize important books and medicinal herbs…"

"It should take about three days, and then we can set off again for the Star Luo Empire. How does that sound?"

Although Dai Chengfeng wanted to return directly to the Star Luo Empire, he couldn't rush Ye Renxin since they had already briefly discussed this in Sunset Forest. Moreover, Ye Renxin's books were invaluable for enriching the medical libraries of the Star Luo Empire.

Thus, Dai Chengfeng smiled and replied:

"Elder Ye, no rush. I'll take a few days to rest as well, and besides, I need to get familiar with my third soul skill."

"I've only just acquired this skill—I need to figure out how to further develop it."

Ye Renxin nodded. "Then, Chengfeng, I'll get to work."

With that, he walked into the clinic, his steps somewhat heavy.

Watching her grandfather's retreating figure, Ye Lingling's eyes flickered with emotion.

She knew that her grandfather's decision to move to the unfamiliar Star Luo Empire was largely for her sake.

Therefore, she turned to Dai Chengfeng and said, "Chengfeng, I'll go help my grandfather."

Dai Chengfeng nodded, offering her a gentle smile. "Go ahead, and comfort Elder Ye properly."

"With me here, I assure you that for both you and Elder Ye, the Star Luo Empire won't be any worse than the Tian Dou Empire."

"Mm-hmm."

Ye Lingling bit her lip, her eyes flashing with anticipation.

Then, looking at her departing grandfather, she called out, "Grandpa, wait for me! I'll help you, and I also need to pack some things I want to bring."

With that, she hurried after Ye Renxin, hugging his arm and lightly teasing him.

It seemed she was trying to ease Ye Renxin's reluctance to leave.

At this moment, Dai Chengfeng turned his gaze to Dugu Bo, a smile on his face. "Elder, you'll also be accompanying me to the Star Luo Empire, and it'll be a long time before you can return…"

"I imagine you'll need to withdraw Dugu Yan from school and pack some things too, right?"

Hearing this, Dugu Bo nodded, appearing much calmer than Ye Renxin.

He didn't seem to feel much attachment to the Tian Dou Empire.

"That's right—I'll go make arrangements."

"Prince Chengfeng, see you again in three days."

With that, he bowed and took his leave, turning away.

"Chengfeng, see you later."

Dugu Yan waved at Dai Chengfeng with a smile before following her grandfather.

Soon, only Dai Chengfeng and Zhu Fan remained in front of the Ye Family Clinic.

At this point, Dai Chengfeng turned to Zhu Fan. "Uncle, go help Elder Ye as well—I imagine he has quite a lot to pack."

Zhu Fan nodded in response. "Alright, then Chengfeng, take care of yourself."

"After all, this is Tian Dou City."

With that, he entered the clinic.

"Now I'm alone…"

Dai Chengfeng tilted his head slightly, squinting against the bright sunlight. He murmured softly to himself.

"Qian Renxue should be arriving soon, right?!"

Now that his spiritual power had reached the Mustard Seed Realm, even without activating the Mustard Seed Realm, his observational abilities had become many times sharper than before.

Therefore,

Ever since entering the city, Dai Chengfeng had felt someone watching him from the shadows—it wasn't a coincidence.

And in all of Tian Dou City, who else could have the means to send someone to tail him from the moment he entered the city and show interest in him?

Aside from Qian Renxue, Dai Chengfeng didn't think there could be anyone else.

"The last time my 'sellout' failed, and now she wants to try again?"

Just as Dai Chengfeng was pondering this—

From the corner of the nearby street, a disheveled, ragged figure rushed toward him.

"Your Highness, I've finally found you!"

As he ran, he shouted loudly. By the time he reached Dai Chengfeng, his eyes were bloodshot and brimming with tears.

"Who are you?!"

Dai Chengfeng frowned as he looked at the man.

But the next second, a flicker of surprise flashed across Dai Chengfeng's eyes, and he blurted out, "Li Zhizhao?"

"How did you end up in such a sorry state? I almost didn't recognize you."

But as soon as he finished speaking, Dai Chengfeng immediately sensed something was amiss, his eyes filled with confusion.

After all, Li Zhizhao was personally appointed by him as the new commander of the thousand-man squad and also served as the deputy leader of his personal guard.

In Zhu Yan's absence, Li Zhizhao was responsible for leading the guards and organizing training.

By all rights, he should have been firmly stationed in Wu'an City. How could he suddenly appear in the Tian Dou Empire to look for him?

'Could it be that Qian Renxue disguised herself as him?'

'Or perhaps something unimaginable happened in Wu'an City, forcing him to risk everything to deliver this message?!'

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