Jiang Chen returned to the imperial palace and saw Qian Renxue pacing back and forth, restless and uneasy.
The moment Qian Renxue saw Jiang Chen return, her eyes lit up and she rushed out.
Although Jiang Chen's assassination attempt on Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong this time was not as dangerous as before.
It was still inside Shrek Academy after all; one careless mistake and he could have been discovered.
"Little Chen, how did it go? Are Ning Fengzhi and Gu Rong both dead?"
"Let's talk inside."
Jiang Chen sat down, drank a cup of tea, and recounted the entire process.
Qian Renxue frowned, her delicate brows knitting together. "You let Ning Fengzhi go like that. Aren't you afraid he'll leak the secrets of our army?"
Jiang Chen smiled. "It doesn't matter. The teacher said that after the Soul Hunting operation, it will be time to strike at the Star Luo Empire. We won't give them any chance to prepare."
Qian Renxue nodded, then asked curiously, "You said earlier that you turned into Ning Rongrong. What was that about?"
"Ning Rongrong couldn't bear the shock after seeing Ning Fengzhi's miserable state and fainted. It gave me the perfect opportunity."
The smile on Qian Renxue's face gradually faded. Her beautiful eyes looked at Jiang Chen with a scrutinizing gaze.
"Since you transformed into her to carry out the assassination, where did the clothes come from?" Qian Renxue's voice was stern as she stared fixedly at Jiang Chen's face.
"Of course I took them from her… wardrobe." Jiang Chen felt a little guilty. Facing his wife's questioning, his expression became slightly unnatural.
Qian Renxue said, "Ning Rongrong was heartbroken and unconscious. How could she have the mood to change clothes after waking up? I believe you wouldn't make such a low-level mistake."
Jiang Chen sighed helplessly. "Fine, I took them off her body."
Qian Renxue's voice turned soft and low. "Such a beautiful girl. You didn't touch her?"
Jiang Chen immediately raised his hand and swore, speaking righteously and sternly, "I, Jiang Chen, am definitely not that kind of despicable scoundrel who acts on lust at first sight."
Qian Renxue continued, "Ning Rongrong's beauty is no less than your senior sister's. After removing her clothes, I don't believe any man could resist the temptation."
Jiang Chen coughed awkwardly twice. He had indeed been tempted at the time, but being tempted was one thing, and actually doing it was another.
"If you don't believe me, you can call her into the palace and observe her yourself," Jiang Chen said.
Hearing Jiang Chen say this, a smile reappeared on Qian Renxue's face.
From Jiang Chen's earlier words, she could infer that Jiang Chen had taken some advantage of Ning Rongrong but had not truly harmed her.
She wasn't angry in her heart. After all, personally removing a beauty's clothes- who among men wouldn't be moved?
The fact that Jiang Chen could hold onto his principles already made her very relieved.
She shook her head. "There's no need to call her into the palace. Besides, even if we did, Ning Fengzhi might not let her come."
"Why?" Jiang Chen was somewhat puzzled.
A cold smile appeared on Qian Renxue's face. "You displayed your miraculous transformation ability in front of Ning Fengzhi, and Chen Xin disappeared after entering the palace. With Ning Fengzhi's intelligence, he will definitely have suspicions."
Jiang Chen frowned. "You mean he'll suspect your identity?"
Qian Renxue nodded. "Correct. Ning Fengzhi is extremely clever. Based on those two points and the fact that Dugu Bo previously worked for us, he can guess that I might not be the real Xue Qinghe, or suspect that I am already working for the Spirit Hall."
"Although he can't confirm it, with his personality he definitely won't risk contacting me again. After all, he no longer has any experts by his side now."
Jiang Chen shook his head. "Your analysis is correct, but you missed one factor. He is now a cripple. There's a chance he might really come to test you without fear of death."
Qian Renxue's charming face showed a slight daze, then she smiled. "That's possible. Sometimes when a person loses all hope, they become fearless instead."
Jiang Chen revealed a smile. "This is what they call 'a broken pot is broken without care.'"
As he spoke, he stood up. "I have to go. Next should be the launch of the war against the Star Luo Empire. I need to hurry back to Spirit City."
Qian Renxue suddenly felt reluctant. "Won't you stay a little longer? You've been rushing on the road or carrying out missions these past few days without any rest."
Jiang Chen suddenly showed a wicked smile. "Don't you already know how strong my body is?"
"Pah." Qian Renxue couldn't help spitting in mock disgust, her face slightly red as she glared at Jiang Chen.
This alluring scene almost made Jiang Chen unable to resist staying and entangling with her for a while.
In the end, he still resolutely left, like the legendary Da Yu who passed his home three times without entering.
He had already seen his beloved wife, what more was there to be unsatisfied about?
After all, there would be many days ahead.
He exited through the secret passage, met Hu Liena, exchanged some tender words with her, and left without staying long.
Finally, he arrived at Moon Pavilion and stood motionless outside for a long time.
It was a five-story small pavilion, considered quite tall even within Heaven Dou City.
The small building had an ancient and simple style, giving off a quiet and elegant feeling.
Passersby on the roadside all looked up at it with envious expressions when passing by.
Many people, like Jiang Chen, stood there in a daze, listening to the sound of silk and bamboo instruments coming from inside the pavilion.
Jiang Chen raised his head, his gaze piercing through the floors to see the scene on the third floor.
More than ten noble young men and women sat there, appreciating the performance of the genius little girl on the stage.
Little Xue Ning sat upright in front of an ancient zither. Her fair, small fingers flowed like clouds and water across the strings, producing moving and pleasant zither music.
Beside Little Xue Ning on a stool sat a beautiful woman wearing a silver palace dress.
The beautiful woman exuded an air of grace and nobility, which slightly surprised Jiang Chen.
In Jiang Chen's heart, this kind of noble temperament could only be compared to his own teacher Bibi Dong.
This should be Tang Yuehua, who possesses the innate domain Noble Circle… Jiang Chen thought.
Tang Yuehua's face showed amazement. In her many years at Moon Pavilion, she had never encountered such a talented student.
Even her nephew Tang San was already quite talented, but compared to this little girl named Xue Ning, he was still quite lacking.
This little girl learned anything extremely quickly, fast enough to shock people.
Besides her nephew Tang San, Tang Yuehua liked this little girl the most.
She was simply a little angel, a little elf, making people unable to help but adore her.
The noble young men and women listening below the stage all showed expressions of amazement, along with some shame.
Some of them had been studying here for several years, yet they still couldn't compare to a little girl who looked only three or four years old.
In the foremost seat sat an exceptionally handsome youth. He seemed to possess an innate nobility, though his eyes always carried a trace of coldness.
This should be Tang San… Jiang Chen thought to himself.
Tang San's appearance had undergone a rebirth-like transformation and was now comparable to his own.
However, Tang San's cultivation was still too low.
Behind the noble descendants, Xiao Ying sat quietly.
She watched Little Xue Ning performing on stage, her charming face full of pride.
When the piece ended, Little Xue Ning stood up, proudly raising her little face, waiting for praise.
Warm applause immediately rang out from below the stage.
She looked quite pleased with herself and returned to her seat amid the applause.
Jiang Chen shook his head, somewhat amused and helpless. He hadn't expected his daughter to behave like this outside.
He took one last reluctant look, then turned and left.
"Daddy." Little Xue Ning felt something in her heart and murmured. She ran out of the classroom, leaned on the corridor railing, and immediately spotted the familiar tall back.
"Daddy!" Little Xue Ning shouted.
Jiang Chen's figure paused for a moment. Without turning back, he ruthlessly left.
Little Xue Ning's face filled with anxiety. She jumped straight down from the third floor.
She hadn't seen Daddy for several days and had been thinking about him every night while sleeping.
Seeing the small figure jump down, countless screams erupted inside the classroom.
The faces of all the men and women inside changed color.
Little Xue Ning had jumped too suddenly; no one had time to react and rescue her.
Xiao Ying screamed and was the first to rush out.
Only when she saw Little Xue Ning being held by a man did she finally feel relieved.
She was very familiar with that back. She knew it must be Jiang Chen.
At this moment, Jiang Chen stood with his back to Moon Pavilion, playfully teasing the daughter in his arms.
Little Xue Ning, held by Jiang Chen, let out crisp, bell-like cheerful laughter.
The others in the classroom also rushed out. Seeing Little Xue Ning safely held by a man, they all breathed a sigh of relief.
Such an adorable little girl, if she had fallen and died, it would have been such a pity.
"Xiao Ying, is that Xue Ning's daddy?" a young girl asked curiously.
They had all heard Little Xue Ning's shout earlier.
Everyone knew Xiao Ying was from the Spirit Hall and no one treated her as a real maid, so their words were polite.
Xiao Ying nodded. "He is Xue Ning's daddy."
Jiang Chen lovingly pinched his daughter's little nose and lectured her, "You can't be so naughty in the future, understand? What if you get hurt from falling?"
Little Xue Ning pouted, looking somewhat aggrieved. "If Daddy hadn't ignored me, I wouldn't have jumped down."
Jiang Chen comforted her, "Alright, alright. Daddy has to go to your grandmother's place. There are some urgent matters to handle."
"Daddy, I want to go too. I want to see Grandma." Little Xue Ning hugged Jiang Chen tightly.
"Be good and listen. You stay here and study. Your mom is alone and might feel lonely. You need to keep her company, okay?"
Only then did Little Xue Ning nod obediently. "Daddy, don't worry. I will definitely take good care of Mom."
"Good girl. Daddy has to go now. When I come back, I'll bring you lots of delicious food."
"Mhm." Little Xue Ning nodded heavily, tears already welling up in her eyes.
Jiang Chen put his daughter down. "Be good and go back to your teacher."
Little Xue Ning stood there without moving.
Jiang Chen felt helpless and could only suppress the reluctance in his heart, quickly walking away.
Little Xue Ning stood there like a statue, watching Jiang Chen leave into the distance. The tears finally flowed down.
Daddy left again…
Xiao Ying rushed out and carried her back inside.
Tang San stood on the third-floor corridor, watching the departing back.
For some reason, he felt that the back looked somewhat familiar.
Jiang Chen's eyes felt a little sore. He blinked hard, not letting the embarrassing tears fall.
After exiting the city gates, the four elders who had followed him to Heaven Dou City were already waiting outside.
Jiang Chen took one last look at Heaven Dou City, then turned and left.
The next time he returned, the situation on the continent would be completely different.
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