Douluo Continent: My Martial Soul is the Black Dragon, I am the Lord of the Gods

Chapter 156 Scandal
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“Young Master, back then I was just a Soul Douluo and hadn’t joined the Elder Hall, so I don’t know much. If you want to know the details, besides Elder Golden Crocodile, I’m afraid only Elder Chrysanthemum and Elder Ghost would know,” said Serpent Spear Douluo.

Since reaching the title of Douluo, Yue Guan and Gui Mei have been active in the public eye of the Spirit Hall, in charge of the punishments of the Papal Palace. Since Qian Daoliu stepped down from his position as the Judgment Elder, the two of them have served as the Punishment Elders of the Spirit Hall, to a certain extent taking over the work of the Judgment Elders and dealing with people who pose a threat to the Spirit Hall, just like the case with Dugu Bo back then.

However, Qian Xunji's death caused Ju Gui's status to plummet under the Grand Elder. In fact, if the two of them hadn't sided with Bibi Dong, they would probably have been sent by Qian Daoliu to be buried with Qian Xunji long ago.

Yue Guan, who had served as Bibi Dong's secret bodyguard since her time as a saintess, undoubtedly had the most detailed knowledge of these matters.

“Yue Guan…” Qian Renxue’s eyes narrowed slightly.

"The Pope will be arriving in Heaven Dou City soon, and Yue Guan will definitely be accompanying him. Perhaps you could give it a try then," said Serpent Spear Douluo.

"We'll see when the time comes." Qian Renxue picked up her hot tea and took a small sip.

"How is Xuanming's situation?"

"Tang Yuehua has already spread a lot of word in aristocratic circles through her students. As long as we create a little more buzz and get everyone to see it, there shouldn't be any problem," said Serpent Spear Douluo.

"Have the Spirit Hall members also help spread this message," Qian Renxue said.

“It’s perfect. Tang Yuehua comes from the Haotian Sect. This connection will come in handy in the future.”

"Young Master, you..." Serpent Spear Douluo hesitated, unable to finish his sentence.

"What's wrong?" Qian Renxue asked.

"Won't this be a bit... dangerous?" Serpent Spear Douluo asked.

He watched Qian Renxue grow up, and he knew very well that Qian Renxue definitely had feelings for Xuan Ming!

However, given Xuanming's personality, if he continues to use her like this time and time again, there will probably be no possibility left between them.

Ning Rongrong was alright before, since the Elders' Hall did not regard the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School as an enemy that had to be eliminated, and it would be best to win her over.

But now, Qian Renxue has brought Xuanming and Tang Yuehua together, and the Haotian Sect is a different story altogether.

Putting aside how the Haotian Sect's affairs will be handled in the future, the relationship between Xuanming and Tang Yuehua is bound to cause problems.

Upon hearing Serpent Spear Douluo's words, Qian Renxue paused slightly in her teacup, the tea rippled gently within, before slowly setting it down with a calm gaze. "I have my own plans, you don't need to worry."

"...Alright." The Serpent Spear Douluo said no more and turned to leave.

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On the other side, on a long street in the bustling area of ​​Tiandou City, Tang Yuehua was walking with Xuan Ming.

Both of them are hot topics in Tiandou City, attracting attention wherever they go.

"Something happened?" Xuanming asked.

He had been at the academy all this time and had just returned today when Tang Yuehua dragged him out onto the street.

He had gone shopping with Tang Yuehua before, but today, he felt that the atmosphere on this street was a bit off.

"It's nothing, I just wanted to go for a walk with you." Tang Yuehua linked arms with Xuanming, ignoring all the stares that came her way.

Xuanming frowned slightly. "Xue Qinghe is looking for you?"

"Mm." Tang Yuehua nodded gently.

Xuanming looked at Tang Yuehua and roughly guessed what had happened. "To maintain relations with the Heavenly Dou royal family, you're even willing to sacrifice your own reputation?"

Tang Yuehua turned to look at Xuan Ming, "Do you think this is a scandal?"

“I don’t care, but you’re different,” Xuanming said.

These rumors meant nothing to him, but Tang Yuehua was different. As someone who frequented aristocratic circles and served as a model of aristocratic etiquette, such an incident would be extremely detrimental to her image.

Tang Yuehua stopped in her tracks, and under the watchful eyes of countless people, she gently embraced Xuan Ming, burying her head in his chest. "What if I'm willing?"

Xuanming was taken aback by Tang Yuehua's sudden hug and words, and stood there stunned.

Whispers gradually rose from the dense crowd, along with various strange looks.

Xuanming frowned slightly, and a chill quietly spread out. The onlookers quickly looked away and walked away.

"I'm not feeling well, take me home." Tang Yuehua still held Xuanming, her eyes closed. "You don't need to force yourself, I can handle this," Xuanming said.

“It’s not forced, it’s my own choice.” Tang Yuehua raised her head, her eyes flashing with complex emotions.

Xuanming looked at Tang Yuehua, remained silent for a moment, then reached out and lifted her up in his arms. His soul power surged, and he floated up.

Under the varied gazes of passersby, Xuanming carried Tang Yuehua all the way back to Yuexuan.

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"Tang Yuehua and Xuanming?!"

"you sure?"

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was pondering how to deal with Ning Fengzhi, who was about to receive the Pope's visit to Heaven Dou City, when they suddenly received news from Heaven Dou City.

A piece of news that almost made his brain shut down.

"Sect Master, they were walking hand in hand down the street, and many people saw them." Flying Eagle Soul Saint's expression was somewhat unnatural.

"I saw it too."

"It's just adults taking children shopping, it's perfectly normal for them to hold hands," Ning Fengzhi said.

"It's not like this hasn't happened before."

“But Tang Yuehua took the initiative to hug Xuanming, and the way she did it wasn’t like an adult hugging a child,” said Flying Eagle Soul Saint.

"Moreover, Xuanming carried Tang Yuehua back to Yuexuan, and this matter has now caused a stir in Tiandou City."

“Take the initiative…” Ning Fengzhi frowned.

"Fengzhi, isn't this a bit too exciting?" Gu Rong said with a strange expression.

"They are from two different generations."

While there can be a significant age gap between some Soul Master couples, it's extremely rare to find one that spans two generations.

Even if there are such cases, they are basically old men marrying young women.

This Tang Yuehua, a woman in her thirties, got involved with Xuan Ming, a boy in his teens...

"It seems Qinghe has made its move," Ning Fengzhi sighed.

"Xue Qinghe?" Gu Rong was taken aback.

“This matter has escalated to the point of damaging the dignity of the royal family. If it is not clarified soon, not only will the royal family's reputation be damaged, but Qinghe's position as crown prince will also be threatened,” Ning Fengzhi said.

"To resolve this issue now, any explanation or clarification is useless; public opinion will only make things worse."

"But the Tiandou royal family can no longer tolerate this kind of thing continuing to cause trouble. Qinghe must have approached Tang Yuehua to help divert the attention of this public opinion."

"After all, Tang Yuehua and Xuan Ming are obviously more acceptable and easier to discuss than Xue Qinghe."

The special relationship between Xuanming and Xue Qinghe is ultimately just speculation, and many people don't believe it.

But Tang Yuehua was different.

Although Tang Yuehua is a bit older, putting her and Xuanming together is not unacceptable.

However, for Tang Yuehua, as the head of Yuexuan Pavilion and a role model for others, to have such a scandal with a child is quite a scandal.

Gu Rong stroked his chin thoughtfully and said, "Xue Qinghe has played a clever game. By pushing Tang Yuehua and Xuan Ming out as scapegoats, he has both diverted public attention and preserved his position as crown prince. However, this has put Tang Yuehua and Xuan Ming in a vortex of public opinion, especially Tang Yuehua. Her image as a paragon of aristocratic etiquette has been largely ruined."

If Xuanming were already an adult, that would be fine, but that kid is still just a child!
With something like this happening, the main topic of discussion will definitely be Tang Yuehua!
Moreover, it definitely won't be anything nice!
If this isn't handled properly, Yuexuan might have to close down!
"It won't be destroyed," Ning Fengzhi said.

"Tang Yuehua has a very high reputation in aristocratic circles. She must be confident that she can handle this situation well."

"However, I am curious how Qinghe managed to get Tang Yuehua to help him achieve this."

Even if Tang Yuehua can resolve this matter, it will still be a significant blow to her image.

What did Xue Qinghe sacrifice to make Tang Yuehua make this decision?

(End of this chapter)