Douluo Phoenix

Chapter 71 Tang San & Xue Qinghe

The Shrek Academy members were astonished by Xiao Fei's efforts. At this moment, Ning Rongrong said, "Xiao Fei, in your eyes, is there nothing else besides cultivating and becoming stronger?"

Xiao Fei wanted to say, "I value family, friends, and responsibility. You are all insightful people who know the current state of Douluo Continent. You are working hard to cultivate so that I, my family, and my friends can survive. I don't want to feel powerless when disaster strikes."

Everyone was deep in thought, especially Ning Rongrong. She felt so helpless when the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School was destroyed.

At this moment, Yu Xiaogang walked in. "Xiaofei, Tang San just came back from outside. Why don't you go to the backyard and talk to him?"

Xiao Fei nodded and followed Yu Xiaogang to the backyard.

Upon entering the room in the backyard, a handsome young man with blue hair stood before them—the very same Tang San they had encountered in the City of Slaughter.

Tang San spoke first: "Xiao Fei, it's been a long time. I'm Tang San, and my appearance has changed a bit."

Xiao Fei nodded and said, "I knew you were Tang San. I already knew during the killing."

Tang San asked, somewhat puzzled, "Xiao Fei, can you tell me how you recognized me?"

Xiao Fei smiled and said, "Tang San, in the City of Slaughter, what techniques did you use, including your movement skills, hand techniques, and martial spirit, that would convince me you are Tang San?"

"By the way, Tang San, how did you manage to escape from the carnage? I remember a lot of people died when I walked the Hell Road! I'm afraid even the King of Slaughter won't be able to open the Hell Road again."

Tang San shook his head: "After you left, the entire Slaughter City was mostly empty. In the end, I got out using other methods."

Xiao Fei thought to himself: It seems that Tang Hao brought him out.

Xiao Fei thought for a moment, then asked, "By the way, how is Xiao Wu now?"

Tang San said in a deep voice, "Do you also want Xiao Wu's spirit ring and spirit bone?"

Xiao Fei shook his head: "I'm not interested in the spirit rings and spirit bones of a 100,000-year-old Soft-Boned Rabbit. Besides, Xiao Wu and I are classmates anyway. How is Uncle Hao's injury now?"

How did you know my dad was injured?

Xiao Fei smiled and said, "That day, Uncle Hao led you and Xiao Wu to fight against seven Title Douluos and managed to escape unscathed. How could you not be injured?"

Tang San looked somewhat sad: "My father's injuries are quite severe now, and it will be difficult for him to recover."

Next, the two recounted their recent cultivation progress, including some insights. They even discussed their time at Notting Academy with Xiao Wu and the other two, but Tang San always appeared somber at this point. Xiao Fei sighed, realizing that Xiao Wu had probably already sacrificed herself for him.

It seems the course of history won't be easily altered by any individual. Even without external forces, some things will still happen, and the Heavenly Dou Palace Coup will likely begin soon. Besides, Qian Renxue probably can't hold back any longer.

Xiao Fei had just returned to the hotel when there was a knock on the door. Opening it, he was surprised to find Qian Renxue there for a visit. Xiao Fei couldn't help but think to himself, "Your free angel arrived pretty quickly, didn't she?"

Xiao Fei quickly bowed and said, "Your Highness, what brings you to visit me?"

Xue Qinghe smiled and said, "I just heard that Xiao Fei has come to Tian Dou City. Since I'm here, I should extend my hospitality. How about we go to a restaurant to discuss this further?"

Xiao Fei readily agreed upon hearing the Crown Prince's words.

The two arrived at a private room on the top floor of the restaurant and sat down side by side. Xiao Fei picked up the freshly brewed tea and took a sip: "Indeed excellent tea, worthy of being prepared by His Highness the Crown Prince."

Xue Qinghe smiled and said, "I didn't expect Xiao Fei to know about tea ceremony? This is top-grade green tea specially supplied to the royal family. Shall I pack two catties for you to take home later?"

Xiao Fei thought to himself again, "I think you're the real master of manipulative tactics!"

Xiao Fei stated frankly, "Your Highness, I know nothing about tea ceremony; I simply find it smells somewhat fragrant."

Xue Qinghe was speechless for a moment. But she still smiled elegantly and said, "Little Fei, what brings you to Tiandou City this time? If you need anything, please don't hesitate to ask."

Xiao Fei smiled maliciously and said, "Your Highness, how's your investigation into the Spirit Hall matter we discussed last time?"

Xue Qinghe's face turned pale. After his conversation with Xiao Fei last time, Xue Qinghe immediately arranged for his subordinate, Snake Spear, to investigate Bishop Miles of Gengxin City. As a result, Snake Spear was speechless with anger. This Miles was actually bullying men and women, extorting money and levying taxes, and was simply wicked. As an elder of the Spirit Hall, Snake Spear naturally despised such a person who was corrupting the Spirit Hall.

Next, the personnel sent to investigate at the grassroots level brought back various reports, but mostly nothing good. The Spirit Hall's reputation among some members of the public was extremely poor, especially among certain despicable administrators.

Xiao Fei sipped his tea and said softly, "Your Highness, isn't the decline in the reputation of the Spirit Hall a good thing for the Heaven Dou Empire?"

Xue Qinghe looked a little embarrassed: "I just feel sorry for the people of the Heavenly Dou Empire who are being persecuted."

Xiao Fei shook his head: "Some of the actions of the Spirit Hall personnel are partly due to their inherently despicable character, and partly due to the indulgence of the Heaven Dou Empire and the Star Luo Empire. I don't believe that the two emperors were unaware of these things. They simply condoned it on purpose, or even fueled it."

Xue Qinghe, sitting opposite, turned even darker. Xiao Fei, on the other hand, was secretly pleased.

Taking advantage of Xue Qinghe's distraction, Xiao Fei approached her as if to comfort her, holding her hand in one hand and placing the other on her shoulder. Xue Qinghe, lost in thought, didn't refuse. Xiao Fei, meanwhile, was captivated by the delicate fragrance emanating from her.

Xue Qinghe seemed to suddenly come to her senses, pushed Xiao Fei away, and almost let out a scream.

Xiao Fei deliberately feigned a puzzled expression, and Xue Qinghe said awkwardly, "Excuse me, Xiao Fei, I don't really like people getting close to me."

Xiao Fei said with a serious expression, "Your Highness, your behavior might be a sign of illness."

"Xiao Fei, why do you say that? It's just a lifestyle habit!"

Xiao Fei shook his head: "Your Highness, you are the foundation of the Dou Empire. Marriage and offspring are of paramount importance, as they are related to the continuation of the Dou Empire's bloodline. As a crown prince, you are nearly 30 years old and have not yet married or had children, and you don't even have any scandals. It's simply unbelievable."

Xue Qinghe smiled awkwardly, "I've just been busy with state affairs."

"But your issue of having offspring is also a matter of great national importance. I suspect you might have some kind of mental illness. I have extensive experience in this area; would you like me to help you?"

Xue Qinghe said, "I won't trouble you with that, Xiao Fei. I'm currently dating a woman, and we should be getting married soon. I'd like to invite you to our wedding."

Xue Qinghe quickly changed the subject: "Little Fei, what brings you to Tiandou City?"

Xiao Fei solemnly said, "I have long heard of the profound mysteries of the Heavenly Dou Empire's national treasure, the Vast Ocean Universe Cover, and I have come to Heavenly Dou City specifically to have a look at it."

Xue Qinghe's expression also froze: "Little Fei, this might be a bit difficult. The Dinghai Qiankun Cover is a national treasure, and even I would have a hard time seeing it."

Xiao Fei smiled and said, "Of course I won't lend you my national treasure for nothing. I will naturally repay you handsomely."

After saying that, Xiao Fei took out the 2000-year-old fire ant right arm bone.

Looking at the soul bone that Xiao Fei took out, Xue Qinghe complained, "How dare you take out such a low-age soul bone?"

Xue Qinghe shook his head: "Although this soul bone is not bad, the Vast Ocean Universe Cover is, after all, the national treasure of my Heavenly Dou Empire."

Xiao Fei smiled and said, "Of course it's not just this soul bone."

After saying that, Xiao Fei took out a jade box. Inside the jade box was a huge tulip, and the fragrance emanating from it gave people a magnificent feeling.

"This is a medicinal herb I obtained by chance—the Immortal Herb, the Jade Tulip. Consuming it allows one to absorb the essence of heaven and earth, the radiance of the sun and moon. If a member of the Royal Swan Martial Soul consumes it, their Martial Soul can evolve into the legendary Jade Swan. If a Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda Soul Master consumes it, it can even evolve into the legendary Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda. If this flower is offered to Emperor Xue Ye, it can cause Emperor Xue Ye's Martial Soul to evolve, and he can also absorb the essence of heaven and earth, prolonging his lifespan," Xiao Fei said with a smile.

Xue Qinghe felt that the Qiluo Tulip Fairy Item in the jade box had a strong attraction for him, especially for his martial soul.

Xue Qinghe asked in confusion, "Fellow students, if you possess such a miraculous herb, why don't you go directly to Father Emperor?"

Xiao Fei shook his head: "Seeking out Emperor Xueye would only lead to conflicts between various factions. I am only communicating with His Highness the Crown Prince as a friend. I believe His Highness understands what I mean."

Xue Qinghe nodded, then calmly took away the soul bone. He then took out a token and handed it to Xiao Fei: "This is a token from my Crown Prince's residence. Since we are friends, you can use this token to come and go from the Crown Prince's residence to see me at any time."

Xiao Fei took the token. The front of the token had the words "Crown Prince" on it, and the back was engraved with the Swan Martial Soul.

Thinking about Xue Qinghe's actions, Xiao Fei thought this round should be a sure thing!

(End of this chapter)