Heaven Dou City, Imperial Palace.
Since the last parting with Zhongli, Qian Renxue had been ignoring any updates about Zhongli for over a year.
Their last conversation left her feeling like a "tool." No matter how much she gave, he only saw her as a close friend.
Who wants to be friends with him!
Over the past year, Qian Renxue devoted all her energy to reorganizing the Heaven Dou Empire and improving the lives of its citizens.
Her days were fulfilling, but when the night fell and all was quiet, she couldn't sleep, tossing and turning, restless.
She, Qian Renxue, was not resigned!
With the most stunning looks and figure on the Douluo Continent, and her prestigious family background, yet he only saw her as a friend.
Who the hell could tolerate that?
Moreover, Zhongli's response had truly broken her heart.
"Damn it, I thought I could forget him, why... why can't I?"
Qian Renxue clenched her fists, her eyes red, and spoke fiercely.
At this moment, she seemed somewhat deranged.
"And this girl named Guizhong, what does she have that I don't?"
Qian Renxue didn't understand, she really didn't.
After not paying attention to Zhongli for over a year, today she couldn't hold back and asked someone about his recent activities.
She never expected that Zhongli had been away for over a year!
He had just returned to Heaven Dou City not long ago...
And he came back with a "girl" named Guizhong.
Whether she was a girl or not, her appearance certainly suggested so.
After a moment of "derangement," Qian Renxue threw the paper in her hand and with a wave, a golden flame landed on it.
The moment the paper fell, it turned to ash.
"No, I must go and see for myself."
"I left so decisively last time, how should I approach him this time?"
As a woman, she had her pride and dignity, and this question troubled her.
Their last meeting ended on a sour note, how should she approach Zhongli this time?
Until the sun rose in the east, Qian Renxue still hadn't come up with a good idea; she was truly at a loss.
If she had known it would come to this, she should have played dumb back then.
"Sigh~"
Qian Renxue sighed, her heart filled with sorrow.
At that moment, several maids entered the study carrying toiletries and some food.
"Your Majesty, it's time to freshen up and have breakfast."
Qian Renxue, in the guise of Xue Qinghe, instinctively nodded, but her heart was filled with regret.
"It's already morning~"
Suddenly, Qian Renxue glanced at the breakfast, and a gleam of golden light flashed in her eyes.
"I have an idea!"
At noon, due to Guizhong's arrival, the household did not go out to eat.
Guizhong's cooking skills were not top-notch, but everyone had grown accustomed to her preparing meals.
It seemed they enjoyed this feeling.
Zhongli, who once frequented teahouses to listen to music and watch plays, no longer did so.
This change in habit significantly reduced the income of these teahouses and performers.
The teahouses that thrived on Zhongli's generous tips had even closed down due to his absence.
One hundred meters outside Zhongli's residence, a beauty in a golden dress stood, with two elderly men in golden armor carrying food boxes behind her.
She Long, Ci Xue: "..."
Their expressions were a mix of confusion, bewilderment, and a hint of "embarrassment."
As Titled Douluo, they were openly carrying food boxes...
Probably only Chrysanthemum Yue Guan wouldn't care about others' gazes.
If it weren't for Qian Renxue calling them "uncles," they would rather defy orders than come here like this.
Speaking of which, they were lucky. During the Spirit Hall's campaigns against various sects, there were inevitably some casualties.
But because they were protecting Qian Renxue, they didn't participate in the battles and thus had no casualties.
For the first time, they realized this was a good assignment...
"Miss, after thinking about it for so long at home, we're almost there, why have you stopped?"
Ci Xue asked, puzzled.
The thoughts of a "young girl," how could he understand? He only knew that Qian Renxue seemed to have made some decision, hence her presence here.
As for the reason, neither he nor She Long knew.
Qian Renxue was strong-willed and wouldn't tell them everything.
Hearing this, Qian Renxue nodded instinctively.
Yes, they had come this far; he must have sensed them by now.
If they turned back now, wouldn't he laugh at her?
"Uncle She Long, Uncle Ci Xue, let's go."
"Yes!"
At this moment, many people were watching this scene.
The golden armor was not just similar to that of the Spirit Hall elders, it was identical.
Who in the entire Spirit Hall could be addressed as "Miss" by the elders?
Not everyone knew about Bibi Dong and Qian Xunji's special relationship, nor did everyone know that Bibi Dong actually had a daughter!
Qian Xunji had a son who died young, which was common knowledge.
But everyone assumed this child was a boy.
A hundred meters was not a long distance for an ordinary person, but Qian Renxue took two full minutes to cover it.
She Long, Ci Xue: "..."
They were speechless; Qian Renxue's pace seemed to convey a lot.
As expected, when they reached the gate, it opened automatically, as if welcoming them.
Seeing this, Qian Renxue breathed a slight sigh of relief.
As long as he was willing to see her, it meant their relationship hadn't become estranged due to her previous capriciousness.
If the gate hadn't opened, there would have been no point in her coming.
Taking a deep breath, Qian Renxue stepped into Zhongli's residence.
She Long and Ci Xue quickly followed, fearing their young mistress might cause some mischief.
After the gate closed, the spies from various factions began to discuss fervently, especially Prince Xue Xing and Prince Xue Beng, who were next door, exchanging puzzled looks.
Was the Spirit Hall openly visiting the Martial God?
And they brought food with them?
Since "Xue Qinghe" ascended to the throne, Xue Beng, the fourth prince, naturally became Prince Xue Beng, living a carefree life as a leisurely prince. "Xue Qinghe" hadn't targeted him for elimination.
In just a few short years, witnessing the changes in the Heaven Dou Empire, Xue Beng had completely given up.
"Xue Qinghe's" decisive actions and the increasingly powerful royal family had even earned Xue Beng's admiration.
"Uncle, should I inform him about this and advise him to be cautious?"
Xue Beng said with a serious expression. The Spirit Hall's growing audacity gave him a sense of crisis.
Absolutely must not let the Spirit Hall grow stronger.
Prince Xue Xing nodded approvingly at Xue Beng and said, "Even if His Majesty knows about this, as his younger brother, you can share his concerns, which might help mend your brotherly relationship."
"Your father and I were like that back in the day."
"I understand, thank you for your guidance, Uncle!"