Hearing that Xue Qinghe actually wanted to pull Ye Qiu away, how could that be?
Ning Rongrong's words were anything but polite.
She forcefully grabbed Ye Qiu's arm.
"Xiao Lan is right! If Ye Qiu goes with you, wouldn't he have less time to spend with me?! Senior Brother Qinghe, why don't you wait until we get back from shopping?"
"Hehe~" Xue Qinghe felt a sense of unease, but still smiled nonchalantly and turned to look at Ye Qiu. "Brother Ye Qiu, is that what you mean too?"
Although Ye Qiu was also curious about what Xue Qinghe wanted to talk to him about, he couldn't very well leave the two women behind.
He could only smile apologetically and say, "Hehe~ Brother Xue! I'm sorry, maybe next time!"
"Hahaha" Xue Qinghe's eyes twitched, and his laughter became somewhat unnatural, his fists clenched tightly under his sleeves.
Anger was hidden beneath his calm expression!
This bastard! Does he even know how he's been these past few days?!
Every time she received news that Ye Qiu had appeared at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, she would rush over, but he was like an eel, always leaving
her empty-handed! She had abandoned her official duties to find him, and he was so ungrateful, going off to be with women with one on each arm?
This guy was a real lecher, blinded by lust!
Seeing that Ye Qiu was about to leave with the two women, Xue Qinghe's mind raced, and she decided to be more direct.
Instantly, a faint, almost imperceptible fluctuation of soul power emanated from her body.
"Haha~ Actually, this is easy to handle. It won't take me long to find Brother Ye Qiu. Why don't you all come to my residence for lunch or afternoon tea?"
"Hmm?" As she expected, Ye Qiu's Sharingan flashed uncontrollably in his eyes, and his surprised gaze met Xue Qinghe's. She understood something.
'Is this guy going to talk to me about spirit resonance?'
Thinking this, Ye Qiu didn't want to refuse anymore. He grabbed Ning Rongrong's small hand, signaling her to be quiet.
"Since Brother Xue has invited me repeatedly, how could I refuse? Ye Qiu will come to bother me at noon!"
"Phew~" Hearing Ye Qiu's reply, Xue Qinghe breathed a sigh of relief. He had waited long enough!
"Hmph~ What a joke!" Ning Rongrong grumbled unhappily beside him. She had promised to have the daytime all to herself.
"Alright~ Anyway, we'll need to find a place to eat after we're done shopping, so let's just go to a restaurant!" Seeing her still complaining, Ye Qiu could only try to comfort her.
"…" Upon hearing this, Xue Qinghe's forehead creased with a few black lines.
He suddenly wondered if he had been too lenient.
This man was truly lawless, daring to use the Crown Prince's residence as a restaurant!
He gritted his teeth. Although he was unhappy, his upbringing wouldn't allow him to tear Ye Qiu's mouth apart right now!
On the surface, he still had to force a smile and agree.
"Brother Ye Qiu is right. If Junior Sister Rongrong gets tired from shopping beforehand, she can come earlier. Your Highness the Crown Prince's residence welcomes you anytime!"
"Then, big brother, can Xiao Lan order food?"
Hearing that there would be another banquet, Xiao Lan's eyes lit up, and she raised her little hand, looking innocent and carefree.
"Order...order food?!" Xue Qinghe was stunned for a moment, and smiled bitterly to himself. Did they really think his Crown Prince's residence was a restaurant?
However, looking at the petite and cute Xiao Lan in front of him, he couldn't help but think of his younger sister Xue Ke, so he didn't dwell on it and nodded with a light smile.
"Of course you can. If there's anything you like to eat, you can tell me first!"
"That's great! Big brother, here you go!"
Xiao Lan cheered, and the soul tool on her finger flashed. She took out a piece of paper full of dishes, ran over, and happily stuffed it into Xue Qinghe's hand.
"..." Looking at the dense characters on it, Xue Qinghe was stunned for a moment. "
Ah~" Xiao Lan cried out in pain. The smile on her face hadn't lasted long before Ye Qiu brought it back to normal.
"Brother!?" She clutched her head in pain, blinking her teary eyes, looking at Ye Qiu who was staring at her in confusion.
"Pfft, haha!" Seeing Xiao Lan's actions, Ning Rongrong couldn't help but laugh.
"Haha, Brother Ye Qiu, it's alright! Since I'm treating you to dinner, it's only right that I cook something you like!"
Even Xue Qinghe, seeing this scene, had his previous slight displeasure dissipate.
"Hehe~ Then I'm really troubling you, Brother Xue!" Ye Qiu smiled apologetically.
"Well! In that case, I won't disturb you any longer! I should also go and pay my respects to my teacher!"
After saying that, Xue Qinghe headed towards Ning Fengzhi's office.
"Ye Qiu, then we won't ride horses, you can just take us there!"
After Xue Qinghe's figure disappeared from sight, Ning Rongrong looked at the sky, her expression somewhat disappointed, abandoning her original plan to ride horses with Ye Qiu.
"Well, then that's settled!" Ye Qiu nodded, then seeing Xiao Lan still looking miserable, he couldn't help but pinch her puffed-up cheeks.
"Alright, don't be sad. Remember to add your brother's favorite foods next time!"
"Pfft, brother is so mean!" The girl, who had been teary-eyed, immediately beamed.
"Haha, mine too!" Ning Rongrong chimed in.
"Hehe." Ye Qiu chuckled, took their hands, activated his divine power, and vanished from the spot, his laughter echoing in his wake.
...
Entering the city, they arrived at the streets of Tian Dou City.
Ye Qiu had expected shopping with them to be a painful experience, but to his surprise, Ning Rongrong and the other girl dragged him to try on clothes as soon as they entered the city.
Because there was a banquet later, Xiao Lan didn't do much shopping, only buying some snacks along the way.
While shopping, Ye Qiu realized how extravagant Ning Rongrong was; she bought almost everything that fit.
When Ye Qiu finally emerged from the fitting room, he was wearing a fitted white brocade robe, looking much more capable.
Embroidered with silver flowing clouds, edged with gold thread, he had shoulder-length, layered blue hair, strikingly handsome eyebrows, and clear, unadulterated azure eyes.
When expressionless, he appeared remarkably aloof and exuding an air of nobility. But when a faint smile appeared, he radiated a gentle and elegant charm.
"Wow! Look!"
"What a handsome young master! I wonder which family's young master he is!"
"..." All eyes were drawn to Ye Qiu, and some people even tried to strike up a conversation.
Ye Qiu walked up to Ning Rongrong, who was standing there dumbfounded.
"Rongrong! How is it?"
"Hehe! Brother looks even better!" Xiao Lan, who was eating a candied hawthorn, ran over and circled Ye Qiu twice.
"Of course, this was specially made for Ye Qiu!" Ning Rongrong looked at her masterpiece, her cheeks flushing slightly.
Seeing the restless 'ordinary girls' around her, Ning Rongrong snorted and picked up Ye Qiu's arm to leave.
"Xiao Lan, let's go!"
"Okay, Sister Rongrong!"
Xiao Lan quickly followed and took Ye Qiu's hand.
Seeing Ning Rongrong clinging to her like a possessive child, glaring at her surroundings, she had a bit of a savage girlfriend vibe.
After walking for a while, the three of them arrived at a restaurant. It was very large; the reception hall alone was the size of two football fields.
Soon, Ning Rongrong led Ye Qiu into a luxurious private room, where the three sat on a leather sofa.
"Rongrong, what are we doing here?" Ye Qiu looked at her curiously. Hadn't they already agreed to dine at the Crown Prince's residence?
"Hmph! This is the most expensive restaurant in Tiandou Imperial City. In three days, I'll be here to give that wretched woman a good thrashing! I'll show you the way first!"
Ning Rongrong rolled her eyes at him, her eyes gleaming with fighting spirit.
"Oh, okay, then I'll use my divine power to make a mark first." Ye Qiu smiled wryly; it seemed the day wouldn't be easy.
"Sister Rongrong~"
Before Ye Qiu could finish his operation, he felt a weight on his legs. Ning Rongrong had already straddled his lap, looking at him resentfully.
"Ye Qiu, why were you smiling at them just now! Don't I have enough rivals already?"
"No! I was smiling at you." Ye Qiu hugged her slender waist, pulling her closer.
"Hmph! What's so funny about me!?" She rolled her eyes at him, annoyed.
"Hehe. I suddenly realize that sometimes you're even cuter than Xiao Lan!"
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He extended his index finger and gently flicked her delicate nose.
Ning Rongrong, her face flushed, hadn't reacted yet, and Xiao Lan, who was already unhappy, became even more so.
"Ah! Brother is talking nonsense, Xiao Lan is the cutest! Ah~ Sister Rongrong! You two...you're making Xiao Lan so angry!!"
Xiao Lan glared angrily at the two people who were already sprawled on the sofa, kissing each other, her pouting lips practically dripping with soy sauce.
He quickly went over to pull Ning Rongrong off Ye Qiu.
Ning Rongrong grabbed Ye Qiu's collar, slowly immersing herself in his embrace, and Ye Qiu slowly wrapped his arms around her back.
After a while, Ning Rongrong was out of breath and collapsed weakly into Ye Qiu's arms, her forehead and neck flushed red.
Ye Qiu was also a little annoyed, but his lung capacity was stronger, and he gently helped Ning Rongrong up, letting her lean against him.
"Brother~I'm going to tell Sister Yan Yan!"
While they were resting, Xiao Lan's voice rang out, carrying a hint of resentment.
"Cough cough. Xiao Lan! Stop fooling around!" Ye Qiu almost choked on his saliva. Where did this girl learn this?
"Hmph! Tell her, I'd love for her to know!" Ning Rongrong's face was flushed, and she rolled her eyes dismissively.
"Ah! I don't care, Xiao Lan wants some too!"
Threatening her didn't work, Xiao Lan frantically scratched her hair and threw herself into Ye Qiu's arms.
They played around in the private room for a while before leaving.
Luckily, Xiao Lan now possessed ice attributes, otherwise the redness on the three of their faces wouldn't have faded for a while.
"Alright, it's time to go to the Crown Prince's residence!"
"Okay, okay! Xiao Lan is already hungry!"
Ye Qiu glanced at her helplessly, pinched his slightly sore lips, and led the two, who had calmed down and were now like obedient girls, towards the Crown Prince's residence.
...
The Crown Prince's residence!
Ye Qiu hadn't gotten very close when he was discovered by the people arranged by Xue Qinghe.
One person ran quickly towards the Crown Prince's residence, while another walked towards Ye Qiu and his companions.
"Young Master Ye Qiu, His Highness the Crown Prince instructed me to wait for you here. If he sees you, he should send someone back to report so that His Highness can prepare the banquet in time! I will lead the way for you now."
"Hmm! Then I will trouble you!" "
I dare not accept such praise! Young Master Ye Qiu, please!"
Looking at the servant leading the way, Ye Qiu had not expected that Xue Qinghe could go to such lengths.
Following him into the Crown Prince's residence, they were led directly to the Crown Prince's reception hall.
Along the way, it was not particularly luxurious, and there were not many people. It seemed that Qian Renxue had put in a lot of effort to prepare for the role of the Crown Prince.
"Brother Ye Qiu, um?"
Upon seeing Ye Qiu, Xue Qinghe was also stunned for a moment. His appearance had indeed improved a lot. Fortunately, he quickly recovered.
"Brother Ye Qiu, you have finally arrived! Little sister and Junior Sister Rongrong, please take your seats!"
"Wow!" Seeing the table full of her favorite delicacies, she glanced cautiously at Ye Qiu. Seeing that he only smiled at her, she immediately abandoned him and ran over.
"Hmph! This glutton." Ning Rongrong took Ye Qiu's hand and sat down with him. At crucial moments, Ning Rongrong knew some manners.
"Haha." Xue Qinghe simply laughed it off.
"Brother Xue, please excuse my rudeness!"
"It's alright. If it weren't for Princess Xue Ke going to Yuexuan to study today, I would have liked to have her come and meet this little guy!"
Xue Qinghe also picked up his chopsticks and added some food for Xiao Lan.
"Thank you, big brother! Brother~ you eat too!" Xiao Lan looked up and thanked him with her greasy mouth. She also didn't forget to put some food on Ye Qiu's plate.
"Haha~" Xue Qinghe's hearty laughter carried far, "Ye Qiu and Junior Sister Rongrong, let's start eating!"
"Okay!" Ye Qiu nodded helplessly.
Ning Rongrong glared at Xiao Lan, inwardly condemning the heartless fellow.
Then she began feeding Ye Qiu, occasionally putting some of his favorite food on his plate.
Xue Qinghe watched quietly, a hint of surprise in his eyes.
He knew Ning Rongrong quite well, and he hadn't expected the former little devil to be so caring.
However, he wasn't one for gossip and didn't want to pry into such matters.
"I wonder what level Brother Ye Qiu's cultivation has reached?"
"I just recently broke through to level 29 by sheer luck!"
"Hehe~ Brother Ye Qiu is too modest. There's no such thing as luck in breaking through. Speaking of which, I haven't seen you much in the past six months. What have you been busy with? If you have any trouble, feel free to contact me anytime!"
Faced with Xue Qinghe's probing questions about his whereabouts, Ye Qiu of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Eye certainly wouldn't reveal anything.
He assumed Xue Qinghe only knew his general location, so he simply said he spent most of his time in the Sunset Forest training with soul beasts.
...
Halfway through the meal, Xue Qinghe only knew that Ye Qiu had broken through to level 29.
Seeing that Ye Qiu had almost finished eating, he stopped probing. He hadn't forgotten the purpose of this meal.
"Junior Sister Rongrong, I'll borrow your little sweetheart for a while! Hehe."
"Hmph, just hurry up!" Ning Rongrong blushed slightly at Xue Qinghe's teasing.
"Don't worry, I'll be right back. I'll continue to keep you company this afternoon!" After instructing her to take good care of Xiao Lan, Ye Qiu followed Xue Qinghe.
As soon as they entered Xue Qinghe's study, Ye Qiu keenly sensed a change in his demeanor.
With his hands behind his back and his posture ramrod straight, he had transformed from his original refined and easygoing nature into a much more arrogant and domineering one.
'Is this guy going to reveal his true colors to me?'
Ye Qiu frowned, and just as he was about to scan his surroundings with his Sharingan, he activated his soul power, which caused Xue Qinghe to react as well.
'It seems that the compatibility between this guy's martial soul and mine is indeed very high!'
Feeling his own martial soul becoming more active, Xue Qinghe turned to look at Ye Qiu.
"Actually, you don't need to be nervous. I have a gift for you!"
"A gift?" Ye Qiu looked at her curiously.
"Hmm! The gift... is right there!"
Xue Qinghe casually pointed to a book on the table.
"Hmm?" Ye Qiu stepped forward but before picking it up, he looked at Xue Qinghe strangely. The title of this book seemed a bit inappropriate.
Seeing his confident demeanor, Ye Qiu couldn't help but flip through a few more pages, his gaze becoming even more strange.
"What kind of look is that?" Xue Qinghe frowned as well. This technique was a treasure in his Spirit Hall!
A masterpiece that several elders had painstakingly unearthed!
"Are you sure this is for me? The Dragon Essence Tiger Fierce Technique?"
Seeing Ye Qiu's incredulous expression, Xue Qinghe immediately regained his confidence.
"Of course."
But upon hearing Ye Qiu's last sentence, his face instantly flushed crimson, his voice filled with panic.
"What?! How could it be this filthy stuff?!" (