Douluo Continent: Starting from Tianshui Academy

Chapter 37 The Frustrated Star Luo Royal Family

In a mansion within the imperial palace of the Star Luo Empire, Davis and Zhu Zhuyun awaited news. Several days had passed since the powerful figures they had sent out had gone without any response.

"Your Highness, something terrible has happened. The White Tiger Guard and Elder Zhu Chang of the Netherworld Duke's Mansion have all been wiped out."

Just then, an old man brought some shocking news that left Davis and Zhu Zhuyun completely dumbfounded.

"What? The entire army was wiped out?"

"Two Soul Emperors and four Soul Kings, gone just like that? How did they die?" Davis's head was buzzing when he heard the news; it was like a bolt from the blue.

"Ah! This..." Zhu Zhuyun was so frightened that she turned pale and fell down onto the stool.

"Your Highness, judging from the scene, there was no sign of a struggle. They were all instantly killed without any power to resist. Moreover, their bodies seemed to have been pierced through by something, leaving a large hole. There were no weapons or anything left behind. This is different from the cause of death of those people last time."

"Your Highness, I suspect that a Title Douluo may have made a move."

This old man was Davis's subordinate and also a Soul Emperor. After Davis discovered that his White Tiger Guard had disappeared without a trace, he sent him to investigate the situation.

"Snap..."

"Zhu Zhuyun, who exactly did you offend? Just for Zhu Zhuqing, we lost so many powerful figures, two Soul Emperors and seven Soul Kings, all of whom were my trusted confidants."

Davis slapped Zhu Zhuyun across the face, causing her to fall to the ground. For this woman, he had sacrificed half of his White Tiger Guard.

"Viss, I was only trying to save face for the royal family. Who knew that boy would be so terrifying?"

Zhu Zhuyun covered her face, feeling extremely wronged and also deeply afraid. She knew that if the boy attacked her in the future, she would definitely not escape his clutches.

"You better stay out of my way and avoid causing me trouble, or you might end up losing your life one day." Davis was also feeling scared. Just who was this guy? How could he be so terrifying?

Everyone in the world knows that the Dai family and the Zhu family have been linked by marriage for generations. If the little girl from the Zhu family really gets together with that boy, it would be a slap in the face to the Star Luo Empire's royal family and would make the world laugh at them.

The sudden deaths of two Soul Emperors and seven Soul Kings were such a major event that they alarmed Emperor Dai Tianfeng and Empress Zhu of the Star Luo Empire.

"Your Highness, Crown Princess, His Majesty summons you."

At this moment, a eunuch brought a message, instructing Davis and Zhu Zhuyun to go to the palace.

In a grand hall of the palace, Dai Tianfeng, Empress Zhu, Zhu Tianlie, the head of the Zhu family, and other high-ranking members of both families were present. Everyone's attention was focused on Davis and Zhu Zhuyun, since they were the ones who had caused this incident.

"Speak! What exactly happened? Who killed so many of our powerful warriors?" Dai Tianfeng stared at Davis and Zhu Zhuyun and asked coldly.

"Father, according to Zhu Yun, the opponent is just a very handsome young man, but he has the strength to kill a Soul King instantly. I sent out the White Tiger Guard to find out about this, but they were all wiped out."

Facing the Iron-Blooded Emperor Dai Tianfeng, Davis dared not hide anything.

"General Zhu, how could that little girl Zhu Qing know such a terrifying person?"

Dai Tianfeng addressed Zhu Tianlie, the head of the Zhu family, saying that this matter was also caused by that little girl.

"Your Majesty, I don't know either! That little girl Zhuqing has been staying at home for the past few years and doesn't know anyone at all!"

Zhu Tianlie was also completely dumbfounded. Who knew what kind of people his youngest daughter had encountered!

"An unknown young man is getting together with that girl Zhu Qing. This is an open provocation against the dignity of our Star Luo Empire."

As the Star Luo Emperor, Dai Tianfeng watched his youngest son's fiancée run off with an unknown youth. What kind of situation was this? If word got out, he would become a laughingstock, and where would he put his old face?

"Father, please calm down. I believe we should suppress this matter."

"According to Zhu Yun, when that young man killed those guards, no one saw how he did it. All five guards were dead, but the young man was completely unharmed. Such strength is simply unbelievable. Afterwards, all the people we sent out were wiped out. According to the on-site investigation, they were also instantly killed without any power to resist."

"Your Majesty, I suspect that the young man is backed by a powerful expert at the Title Douluo level. We should refrain from provoking him for now."

As the first in line to the throne, Davis was very clear-headed. His own people had almost been wiped out, so why would he go looking for trouble with them?

To sacrifice all your people for a mere girl from the Zhu family—only a fool would do such a losing proposition.

"General Zhu, you've really raised a good daughter." Dai Tianfeng looked at Zhu Tianlie.

"Your Majesty, rest assured, I will handle this matter."

Zhu Tianlie gave a perfunctory reply on the surface, but in his heart he was thinking that if Zhu Qing really encountered a peerless genius, it would actually be a good thing, so that she wouldn't have to fight her sister to the death in the future.

"Let's drop this matter. Don't mobilize the royal family's power before we figure out who the other party is."

Dai Tianfeng exchanged opinions with the senior executives and finally reached a consensus to temporarily put the matter aside.

Although this incident made the Star Luo Empire's royal family feel very aggrieved, the royal family's high-ranking officials were at a loss when faced with this unknown fear, and could only admit defeat.

In a small courtyard of the Duke of Youming's mansion, a beautiful woman, after learning about Zhu Zhuqing's incident, wondered if the little girl had met that boy. If that were the case, that would be wonderful; the little girl had finally escaped the cage of fate.

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The Zhu Zhuqing incident was so bizarre that the Xingluo royal family suffered a silent loss and had no choice but to back down. If Ye Liangchen knew the Xingluo Empire's reaction, he would definitely give himself a Best Director award.

That morning, Ye Liangchen and Zhu Zhuqing arrived in Nottingham City. The two walked along the streets, appreciating the local customs and culture of the city.

"Little kitty! Have you ever been to Nottingham?"

"No, this is my first time in the Heavenly Dou Empire. What about you, Brother Chen?"

"I didn't either. I was still young a few years ago and lived at Tianshui College. Aunt Lan and the others wouldn't let me come out."

"Your Aunt Lan and the others were doing it to protect you!"

"Let's go! Let's find a hotel to stay in first, and then have a good meal."

"Okay, Brother Chen."

The two chatted quietly as they walked until they arrived in Nottingham. Naturally, they had to stay at the most luxurious hotel. So Ye Liangchen asked a passerby and learned that the most luxurious hotel in Nottingham was actually the Rose Hotel.

Holy crap! The Rose Hotel even has a branch in Nottingham, a city that isn't that big.

After many twists and turns, the two arrived at a Rose Hotel near the main street. Ye Liangchen chose this hotel because a road next to it led to Holy Soul Village, making it easier to observe the situation.

"Boss, bring us two of the most luxurious rooms. We'll be staying for ten days."

Upon arriving at the lobby counter of the Rose Hotel, Ye Liangchen, using the pseudonym Lan Chen, lavishly booked two of the most luxurious superior rooms, since he was not short of money anyway.

"I'm sorry, esteemed guest, the most luxurious room we have is only available in one room."

The lobby manager, a man in his thirties, saw that Ye Liangchen was accompanied by a stunningly beautiful woman. He immediately understood and said that there was only one room available, with a knowing smile on his face.

"Boss, something's not right!"

Ye Liangchen was well aware of the Rose Hotel's practices; these lobby managers, in addition to their regular duties, also acted as matchmakers.

"Don't worry, handsome, the room is spacious enough, with two bedrooms and a living room. It will definitely satisfy you and this lady." The lobby manager also boasted to Ye Liangchen about the various benefits of the Rose Hotel.

"I'm not short of money, give me two rooms." Ye Liangchen directly took out two bags of gold soul coins.

"Brother Chen, we can just stay in one room, which will save us some money."

"Boss, just one room."

Upon hearing that there were two rooms, Zhu Zhuqing interrupted Ye Liangchen and immediately asked the lobby manager to open a room. She also took out another bag of gold soul coins and stuffed it into Ye Liangchen's hand.

"Okay, ma'am, this is the key card for the most luxurious room on the top floor. We hope you and this handsome gentleman have a pleasant stay."

The lobby manager handed the room key to Zhu Zhuqing with a smile. For young couples, the Rose Hotel's service motto has always been to match them up if possible.

"Thank you, boss."

Zhu Zhuqing took the room key without thinking much of it. She and Ye Liangchen had sometimes shared a tent in the border mountain forest before, and their relationship was that of good friends and besties, which could easily develop further.

"Brother Chen, let's go." Zhu Zhuqing looked at Ye Liangchen, who was still in a daze, and was in a good mood. She grabbed his hand and walked directly to the top floor.

"Little kitty! Isn't this a bad idea?"

Ye Liangchen felt that this little kitten was getting more and more strange. If this continued, he felt that he could be manipulated by this girl at any time. Are all women in this world so bold?

"Brother Chen, don't worry about these things. I'm too scared to live alone in this unfamiliar city."

Zhu Zhuqing deliberately made up an excuse, wanting to get closer to Ye Liangchen. This man was too outstanding, and if she didn't take the initiative now, she might not have another chance later.

The two had been together for nearly ten days, and Zhu Zhuqing already knew Ye Liangchen quite well. He was handsome, kind-hearted, gentle and considerate, and had a sunny and cheerful personality. Most importantly, he respected women very much, which was quite unusual in this patriarchal world.

Zhu Zhuqing had never met a gentleman like Ye Liangchen before. Even if the two of them were in the same room, nothing would happen. Now she had no defenses against him at all.

Zhu Zhuqing felt that with Ye Liangchen's help to her, as well as his outstanding looks and strength, she would be making a huge profit even if she were to repay him with her body. Sometimes she felt that she was not good enough for him.

When Zhu Zhuqing was six years old, she had seen the three protectors who were by Ye Liangchen's side. Each of them was an unparalleled beauty. They must have arranged important matters in his life for him, and it was possible that they were childhood sweethearts.

Zhu Zhuqing no longer cares about those things; she is determined to enter Ye Liangchen's world, and nothing else matters.

"Little kitty! I feel like something's wrong with you."

Ye Liangchen was speechless as Zhu Zhuqing held his hand the whole way. Although the two had a good relationship, there was no need for this!

"Brother Chen, as I said before, I'll go wherever you go. I hope you won't mind. Let's go eat first."

"Fine! You decide."

Seeing that the kitten was becoming more and more clingy, Ye Liangchen had no choice but to let her be. Who could resist a gentle and quiet kitten?

After settling into their respective rooms in the most luxurious suite on the top floor, the two went downstairs to the hotel restaurant and ordered the most luxurious private room for a delicious meal.

"For so many days, we've been cooking for ourselves. Now we can finally enjoy a life where food is served to us. Kitty, eat more."

"Brother Chen, you should eat too."

The cozy lunch felt like a couple's meal, and the two of them enjoyed it very much.

After lunch, Ye Liangchen returned to his room, took a relaxing hot bath, and prepared for a good night's sleep.

"Knock knock..."

"Brother Chen, open the door."

Just then, there was a knock on the door, along with the sound of a kitten.

After opening the door, he saw Zhu Zhuqing standing at the door with a slightly flushed face. She then excitedly rushed into Ye Liangchen's arms and kissed him on the cheek.

"Brother Chen, my soul power has broken through to level 30."

At this moment, Zhu Zhuqing felt that happiness had come too suddenly. When she first met this man, she was only level 28 in soul power. With his help, she had already broken through to level 30 in just ten days.

"Brother Chen, thank you."

Zhu Zhuqing was extremely excited, and tears of happiness streamed down her fair and rosy cheeks. At this moment, she really looked like a little kitten, quietly nestled in Ye Liangchen's arms, holding him tightly as if afraid he would run away.

"Little kitty, you're taking advantage of me again."

Ye Liangchen was speechless. He felt that this girl was getting more and more out of control. Was she still that aloof little kitten?

"Ah! Brother Chen, stop talking, you're so bad."

Zhu Zhuqing immediately understood what this guy meant, and her pretty face instantly turned as red as a red apple.

"Little kitty! You're already this happy at level 30. Wait until you're level 40 or 50, you'll be flying high!"

"Don't rush to get the spirit ring now. Continue to hone your physical body. In about 10 days, I will take you to get the third spirit ring."

"Go on out! I need to rest."

Looking at the girl's excited expression, Ye Liangchen shook his head helplessly and quickly pushed her away gently. If this continued, something bad might happen.

This kitten is so clingy, I wonder if anyone else can handle it? I certainly can't.

"Brother Chen, I'll do whatever you say."

"You should get some rest. I'll come and call you for dinner tonight."

Zhu Zhuqing is now completely obedient to Ye Liangchen, doing whatever he arranges for her.

"Little kitty, remember to balance work and rest, don't overwork yourself."

Ye Liangchen ignored the clingy kitten and lay down on the bed to rest.

Judging from the kitten's current appearance, she has probably already fallen for him. In fact, Ye Liangchen also understands that when this girl was at her most desperate moment in her life, she met him, a cheat code, like a guiding light. She can only seize this one and only opportunity.

"I understand, Brother Chen."

Seeing Ye Liangchen's unladylike sleeping posture, which looked quite adorable, Zhu Zhuqing couldn't help but chuckle. She then walked out of Ye Liangchen's room, gently closed the door, went to the sofa in the living room, sat cross-legged, and began to cultivate.

Zhu Zhuqing had already made up her mind that after breaking off the royal engagement, she would work hard to pursue this man. If she didn't seize the opportunity when she met such a good man, wouldn't she be a fool?

(End of this chapter)