Douluo Unrivaled: The Beginning Materializes the Black Abyss and White Flowers

Chapter 193 Princess Xueke
"My surname is Lu, and my given name is Jingming. As for my elders, I am quite confident in my own abilities."

Lu Jingming answered with a smile, while making a fingertip universe gesture, looking relaxed and content.

Xue Qinghe was slightly taken aback, then couldn't help but chuckle.

In his opinion, Lu Jingming is probably not even an adult yet, so how strong could he be?

However, Xue Qinghe didn't think he had misjudged him. After all, Lu Jingming's temperament was genuine, and his clothing was extremely exquisite. The material of his clothes was no less than that of the royal family's special supply. In addition, the storage soul tool he wore on his hand all showed that Lu Jingming's identity was extraordinary.

However, the surname Lu... Xue Qinghe searched his memory carefully, but it seemed that there was no large family with the surname Lu in the Star Luo Empire, nor any sect or force with the surname Lu.

Therefore, he guessed that Lu Jingming must have come from some hidden sect, since hidden sects are not uncommon on this vast continent.

After a brief but in-depth conversation, Xue Qinghe confirmed that Lu Jingming had indeed gone out alone without any guards accompanying him.

Moreover, judging from Lu Jingming's speech and many details in the conversation, it is not difficult to tell that he comes from an extraordinary background and the power behind him must be extraordinary.

For example, during their conversation, Xue Qinghe inadvertently brought up a topic that was secret knowledge known only to top powers. However, Lu Jingming not only knew it, but was also able to answer his questions fluently.

Based on this alone, Xue Qinghe was certain that Lu Jingming came from a noble family and had a powerful and long-standing family lineage. He became even more convinced of his guess that Lu Jingming came from a hidden sect in the Star Luo Empire.

Of course, Xue Qinghe relied on the powerful Spirit Hall behind him and did not believe that Lu Jingming's power could surpass his.

But this did not stop him from having the idea of ​​winning over Lu Jingming. After all, having another potential ally is always a good thing.

In particular, just now, the Porcupine Douluo secretly informed him that Lu Jingming had actually ignored the soul power pressure he released.

Although the Porcupine Douluo did not use his full strength, as a titled Douluo, even a trace of his pressure is something that ordinary people cannot easily withstand.

Lu Jingming's ability to do this at such a young age demonstrates his formidable strength, and his confidence is not without foundation.

Just as Xue Qinghe and Lu Jingming were leisurely enjoying tea and chatting happily, there was a gentle knock on the door.

"Come in!" Xue Qinghe frowned slightly, but quickly relaxed and regained his gentle expression.

The door slowly opened, and a girl with short blonde hair walked in gracefully.

The girl has delicate and lovely features, as beautiful and charming as a flower blooming in spring.

As soon as she entered the door, she said impatiently, "Brother Crown Prince, I heard that a filthy spot has appeared outside the city, and many people have rushed there. I also want to go and see it."

However, when the girl's gaze fell on Lu Jingming across the Xueqing River, she froze instantly, her body pausing.

However, she quickly came to her senses, a blush rising to her face, and hurriedly said, "I'm sorry, Crown Prince, I didn't know you had guests."

"It's alright, little sister. This is Lu Jingming, Brother Lu. He is my friend, not an outsider."

Xue Qinghe introduced with a smile, subtly drawing closer to Lu Jingming.

Although the two had only known each other for a short time, his words made them sound like longtime friends.

"Young Master Lu, Xue Ke was rude just now!" Xue Ke blushed even more as she recalled her impetuous behavior.

She was a student of Tang Yuehua, the master of Yuexuan Pavilion, and her mastery of royal etiquette was superb. At this moment, she gracefully bowed to Lu Jingming.

"It's alright, Your Highness is a woman of genuine and unique character," Lu Jingming replied with a smile.

He knew that Princess Xue Ke was highly favored in the Heaven Dou Empire, and even Qian Renxue, who was disguised as Xue Qinghe, genuinely loved Xue Ke as a younger sister.

He was somewhat looking forward to seeing what Xue Ke's expression would be after she learned Qian Renxue's true identity.

After all, Qian Renxue had been impersonating Xue Qinghe since childhood and had spent many years with Xue Ke, so this affection was not fake.

Of course, although Lu Jingming wanted to watch the excitement, he wouldn't cause trouble for no reason.

“Since Young Master Lu is my brother’s friend, there’s no need to be so formal. Just call me Xue Ke.” Xue Ke said with a sweet smile and a soft voice.

Upon hearing this, Xue Qinghe looked at Xue Ke in surprise.

His younger sister was deeply doted on by Emperor Xueye, and sometimes acted quite willfully, which even he, the crown prince, occasionally found troublesome.

In the entire Heaven Dou Empire, there are very few people who can earn Xue Ke's special attention.

However, when he caught a glimpse of Lu Jingming's face, he immediately understood.

Even with his composure, he couldn't help but be somewhat stunned when he first saw Lu Jingming, let alone Xue Ke. Although Xue Ke wasn't simply a looks-obsessed person, everyone has a love for beauty, and given that Lu Jingming was a friend recognized by Xue Qinghe, he must be quite outstanding. Coupled with such good looks, it was enough for Xue Ke to treat him specially.

"Little sister, what news have you heard?" Xue Qinghe didn't dwell on this matter and instead asked.

"Well, I heard that Tianshui Academy lost a Soul Saint at that filthy spot, and then they asked three members of the teaching committee of Tiandou Royal Academy to help. I also heard that Sect Master Ning is quite interested in it, so I thought I would ask my brother, the Crown Prince, to take me to see it. I have never seen what the filthy spot looks like before."

Xue Ke affectionately linked arms with Xue Qinghe and said in a coquettish tone, her adorable appearance leaving Xue Qinghe feeling helpless.

"Since even the teacher has been alerted, let's go take a look. Brother Lu, would you like to join in the fun?"

Xue Qinghe was helpless against Xue Ke's coquettish behavior, and at the same time, he became somewhat interested in the incident, so he turned to Lu Jingming and asked.

“Such a lively event, I certainly can’t miss it,” Lu Jingming replied without hesitation.

He knew very well that the next filthy spot would be quite lively and interesting, and he couldn't miss such a scene.

"Alright, let's go find the teacher now. After all, the filthy place is fraught with danger, so we can't be careless," Xue Qinghe said with a smile.

He knew he couldn't just make a move with the Porcupine Douluo and Serpent Spear Douluo beside him, otherwise their identities would be easily exposed.

With Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo protecting him and Xue Ke by his side during the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's journey, their safety could be ensured.

Before long, Xue Qinghe led Lu Jingming and Xue Ke to Ning Fengzhi, who was preparing to set off for the filthy place, as well as Bone Douluo and Sword Douluo.

As for Serpent Spear Douluo and Porcupine Douluo, they did not follow, since it would be difficult for them to conceal their whereabouts in front of Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo.

Xue Qinghe explained to Ning Fengzhi his intention to go together, and Ning Fengzhi immediately nodded and replied, "I see, then let's go together."

Ning Fengzhi was quite satisfied with his disciple Xue Qinghe.

The reason he took Xue Qinghe as his disciple was because he believed that Xue Qinghe had the potential to ascend the throne in the future.

Xue Qinghe is like an important investment for the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. Once Xue Qinghe ascends the throne and becomes emperor, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School will become the guardian sect of the Heaven Dou Empire, and the returns will be immeasurable.

Ning Fengzhi originally did not want to get too involved with the Heaven Dou Empire, but the series of actions of the Haotian Sect increased the pressure on the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, forcing him to become deeply bound to the Heaven Dou Empire.

Back then, the former Pope of the Spirit Hall was seriously injured and killed by the Clear Sky Douluo, and the Spirit Hall immediately launched a retaliatory operation against the Clear Sky Sect.

As the three upper sects, they are closely connected. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon School immediately gathered their forces to stand shoulder to shoulder with the Clear Sky School to face the pressure from the Spirit Hall.

However, just as they were ready, the Haotian Sect retreated without a fight, closed its gates and went into hiding. It not only abandoned the sect's external forces, but also betrayed the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Sect.

This unexpected turn of events put the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon School in an extremely awkward situation, forcing them to face the immense pressure from the Spirit Hall alone.

Therefore, Ning Fengzhi had no choice but to take Xue Qinghe as his disciple in order to deepen his relationship with the Heaven Dou Empire and resist the threat from the Spirit Hall.

Lu Jingming looked at Ning Fengzhi, a middle-aged man dressed in white with an extraordinary air, with a strange look in his eyes.

It has to be said that Ning Fengzhi was really unlucky. First, he encountered the Haotian Sect, a sect that betrayed its allies, and then he took in Xue Qinghe, a "special" disciple.

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School placed all its hopes on Xue Qinghe, but who could have imagined that Xue Qinghe was actually Qian Renxue in disguise?

One has to admit that Ning Fengzhi's judgment of people is quite questionable.

Whether it was trusting the Clear Sky Sect, taking Xue Qinghe as her disciple, or even later siding with Tang San, these decisions all seem to have some problems.

In the end, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School paid a heavy price, with Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo dying in battle, and the sect's power suffering a severe blow.

Even ten thousand years later, although the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School still exists, it is rarely noticed on the Douluo Continent and has almost no presence.

The only gain might be that Ning Rongrong successfully became a god, but the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda martial soul was not passed down.

Moreover, gods cannot interfere in the affairs of the mortal realm, so having another Ning Rongrong who has become a god would not bring any real benefit to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

Given the previous investment in Xue Qinghe, how could Xue Beng, who later ascended the throne, possibly offer much preferential treatment to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School?
It can be said that every choice made by the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School has been a losing proposition, and Ning Fengzhi's judgment of people is truly hard to describe.

Despite their merit in supporting the dragon, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, which was later renamed the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School, did not fare well in the Douluo Continent, where strength is paramount, after losing Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo.

As for expecting Tang San, the Sea God, to repay the life-saving grace, he didn't even care about the Tang Sect he founded, and even kept a backup plan. The true inheritance was in the hands of the immortal herb of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, so how could he care about the life or death of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School?

Of course, the book that records the secrets of immortal herbs, poisons, and some hidden weapons is now in Lu Jingming's hands, but he's not interested in it.

(End of this chapter)