She was wearing a golden court dress, her skin pale as snow, with a slender neck, and golden hair cascading down her back.
She took small, quick steps toward Ye Feng.
The corners of her mouth slightly upturned, those spirited eyes stared intently at Ye Feng.
This took Ye Feng by surprise.
Ye Feng's face showed utter disbelief as he watched the other approach him.
"Your Highness the Prince, how come you are here!?"
Ye Feng asked incredulously.
They hadn't seen each other for nearly half a year, Ye Feng had planned to seek out Qian Renxue after he was through with this busy period, but he hadn't expected her to come to him personally.
She couldn't possibly know about my relationship with Hulena!
I think this is a misunderstanding, I hope she won't fall out with me over such a trivial matter!
Being as clever as she is, she must understand that it was Hulena who actively sought me out to cooperate.
Ye Feng muttered to himself.
As soon as he saw Xue'er, his mind flashed back to the events in Slaughter City, the time he spent with Hulena.
As long as no second person speaks out, it should remain unknown to others!
Unless someone saw it, secretly leaking the information.
In that case, he could only attribute it to bad luck.
"Ye Feng, I heard your performance in Slaughter City was quite satisfactory, from the look on your face, you seem quite happy about it!" Qian Renxue said.
Of course, I'm happy.
The main reason being that I encountered Tang San there as well, only I don't know Tang San's current situation, whether he managed to successfully escape!
Tang San, oh Tang San!
Even if you truly manage to get out, what of it!
You're still looked down upon!
Tang San chanted in his heart.
"Hmm, just so-so, mainly because I've stayed in Hell Slaughter City for a long time, and I almost didn't make it out, plus I encountered some trouble, but it's all resolved now."
"His Highness the Prince, how do you find the time to come see me today, you're usually quite busy, aren't you!" Ye Feng asked.
He pretended as though he knew nothing.
In fact, he was well aware that it must have been the Pontiff of Spirit Hall, Pope Bibi Dong, who sent him!
But he did not say it outright.
It was still important to give the other party some face.
To give the other an opportunity to explain in his presence.
"Do you even need to ask that, of course, I'm here for business, knowingly asking such questions, Little Fengfeng, are you really silly or just pretending?"
Little Fengfeng!
To call Ye Feng Little Fengfeng in front of Xue'er!
Qian Renxue watched them with a puzzled look on her face.
Their relationship had reached such a level!
"Look, Old Chrysanthemum, don't call me like that, it's weird," Ye Feng immediately said.
Mainly because Xue'er was here.
"It's fine, we're close, aren't we? It's much more affectionate to call you that," Old Chrysanthemum replied.
"Alright, stop arguing, we came here because we have business with you, otherwise we wouldn't have come. You know it yourself, His Holiness the Pope told you before, that once you're back from Slaughter City, she ordered us to inform you, hoping you would give her a chance to join Spirit Hall, and she's not going to short-change you, you can be sure of that."
"If you still refuse, then I've done all I can, I'll report back to her when I return."
His Highness the Prince said with a serious demeanor.
"Your Holiness, I have some matters to attend to and will leave for a bit, you two can talk. If you wish to return, remember to find me at the old place," Uncle Chrysanthemum said with a smiling demeanor.
Uncle Chrysanthemum is indeed considerate, giving them the opportunity to talk properly, of course, he shouldn't act like a third wheel!
It's really quite embarrassing!
Then, Uncle Chrysanthemum walked away.
Now only Ye Feng and Qian Renxue remained.
At this moment, Qian Renxue instantly reverted to her original demeanor.
The girl's identity appeared before Ye Feng.
"Xue'er, how long has it been since we last met? Is there anything about me that you remember?"
Ye Feng quickly said to her.
Looking at Xue'er's flawless white skin bathed in the sunlight, she was incredibly enchanting.
Ye Feng's gaze stayed on Xue'er
without leaving for even a second.
Because their opportunities to meet were not frequent, managing to see each other three to five times a year was already pretty good.
The two of them were very much like a couple in a long-distance relationship!
If not for the tasks Pope Bibi Dong had given him, chances were slim for him to get a chance to come out.
So, every meeting was especially cherished by both of them.
"It's been almost a whole year since we last saw each other, but the last time you took part in the National Continent Senior Soul Master Elite Competition, our Martial Soul Hall was there, and we even served as judges—that counts as having seen you, too. I watched every match of yours, and you performed exceptionally well in each and every one. I'm proud of you,"
Xue'er praised Ye Feng.
"Of course, didn't you see who I am?"
Ye Feng said with a confident tone.
He spoke the honest truth in front of Xue'er.
Indeed, this was also to protect Qian Renxue; he'd been working hard to make himself stronger!
No matter what happened in the future, he wanted to protect her so that she wouldn't suffer the slightest harm.
"Let's go for a walk by the river!"
Ye Feng suggested.
"Okay!"
Xue'er immediately answered.
How could she refuse an invitation from Ye Feng?
Soon they arrived at the stream.
The sunlight was perfect.
The two embraced each other!
At this moment, both their faces turned unusually red!
Their hearts were racing!
"Feng! Are you really not willing to join the Martial Soul Hall, not giving Pope Bibi Dong even one chance?"
"???"
"It's impossible for me to join the Martial Soul Hall. I've already planned my next steps, and I need to continue to tap into my potential. As for which academy to attend, I'm still considering and haven't decided yet. You'll know in time; no matter where I go, I will think of you, and we can meet anytime you wish."
Ye Feng said to Xue'er.
"Sure, you dare not meet me, I'll deal with you,"
Xue'er said with a not-so-pleased attitude.
"Haha, I wouldn't dare!"
Ye Feng laughed heartily.
How could he dare not meet Xue'er, his lifesaver!
He naturally wouldn't dare to disobey her.
"This smells so good! It's been so long since I had such delicious game. I'm tired of the food in Spirit Hall; nothing tastes good there."
"I'm going to devour it all. This rabbit meat is just too delicious."
Xue'er gobbled down the rabbit meat.
Xue'er said,
with her mouth all greasy.
"Don't rush, take your time—no one is competing with you. There are two more here, enough for you to eat."
Ye Feng roasted a total of four rabbits,
having eaten one himself.
In Slaughter City, he hadn't seen any rabbits.
Once out, he certainly wanted to satisfy his taste buds.
"It smells so good! This aroma is very familiar!"
A familiar voice came,
and a familiar figure walked slowly towards the source of the fragrant aroma!
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