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Qin Yu gained the right to enter the Star Realm Imperial Palace and became the Second Princess's guard.

"Your name is Qin Yu, right?"

"Hmm, I still don't know your name, Your Highness?"

“Xingyue…” The Second Princess turned to look at Qin Yu and asked in confusion, “I thought you knew my name.”

"Of course I don't know. This is the first time I've met Your Highness." Qin Yu knew that this person was not Bai Yueya, but someone who looked like Bai Yueya. It was also possible that this person was Bai Yueya's past life.

"But the way you look at me is like you're looking at someone you know very well. Do I look a lot like one of your friends?"

Qin Yu nodded in agreement with Xingyue's statement: "Yes, I have a friend who looks a lot like Your Highness, and I also have another friend who looks a lot like another princess."

If only the first part was mentioned, Xingyue might have believed it, but with the second part added, she no longer believed it—how could such a coincidence happen?

"I don't need any guards here. You are free to move around. There are some places in the palace that you absolutely cannot go to, otherwise even I can't protect you."

After saying this, the Second Princess Xingyue returned to her room, and Qin Yu had no choice but to leave and go to other places.

"Hey!"

Suddenly, a familiar voice called out to Qin Yu. Qin Yu turned his head and saw that the Fourth Princess Xing Nai was dragging Xing Yu to their door.

"Haha..." Xingyu laughed awkwardly as he greeted Qin Yu. Judging from his appearance, he must have been thoroughly beaten up by Xingna earlier...

Chapter 420 Guardian Changes Hands

"Is there a problem?"

Qin Yu didn't show anything after Xing Nai came to his door, which was what annoyed Xing Nai the most.

"What's wrong? You can ask him!"

Xingna pushed Xingyu directly to Qin Yu's side, and Qin Yu caught Xingyu who almost lost his balance.

Xingyu scratched his head. "Qin Yu, didn't we agree to choose the fourth sister? Why did you suddenly change your mind?"

"Oh, so that's what it is. Because I never agreed to it at all."

"..."

Upon closer reflection, it seemed that Qin Yu had indeed not agreed to his request. In this matter, Qin Yu was one step ahead and had outmaneuvered Xingyu.

After hearing Qin Yu's words, Xing Nai looked at the two of them with great displeasure, feeling like she was the one who had been played.

"Xingyu!"

"Yes!"

"Remember to sleep with one eye open until you leave the Astral Plane, or I'll make you wish you were dead!"

"..."

After uttering those words, Hoshina stormed off, and Hoshino finally breathed a sigh of relief.

"Phew, they're finally gone."

Qin Yu had just gleaned something from Xing Nai's words, and he looked at Xing Yu and asked, "What did she mean when she said you were leaving the Star Realm?"

It was only then that Xingyu realized something was wrong. How could Xingna have revealed such an important matter? Only members of the royal family knew about it for the time being; other people were not qualified to know.

Xingyu made a hushed gesture and pulled Qin Yu aside to talk to him about it.

"Shh~ Qin Yu, you must keep this a secret. Don't let anyone else know."

I know, this matter cannot be revealed yet.

Qin Yu nodded and agreed to Xingyu's request.

"Actually, the day I brought you to the main city last time, I went back to a meeting for this very reason. The Star Emperor wants to send one of his royal family members to support the Ancestral State Elves in another world."

The Ancestral Spirits—Qin Yu felt he had learned some things he had never heard of before.

"So you were chosen?"

"No, I wasn't chosen; I volunteered. Strictly speaking, it's not a good job. It's a bit like being sent to a remote area as a nominal boss. In reality, I'm sure I'll suffer from culture shock and such..."

Xingyu actually saw this matter very clearly. Although he did it voluntarily, he knew the pros and cons.

"Yes, indeed."

It's like a leader from another family suddenly being parachuted into a family business. Although everyone is supposed to listen to him, in reality, this parachuted leader from another family finds it difficult to integrate into their community, let alone give orders.

This kind of hot potato would be impossible for other princes and princesses to take. Who would give up being a proper member of the royal family to do this? But it's different for Xingyu. This is his opportunity to leave the Star Realm and it is also a test for him to become completely independent.

"If I want to be one with those elves, there is only one way: to be reborn as an elf like them..."

This also means that after Xingyu leaves, he will never be able to return to the Star Realm. Even if he does return, he will no longer be the fifth prince of the Star Realm.

"It seems I underestimated you. You actually dared to abandon the most comfortable situation at hand and choose a path of no return."

Qin Yu now has a new understanding of Xingyu. This guy may seem harmless, but he actually has his own lofty ambitions.

-

A secluded mountain in the astral plane

The Star Sword Saint, who was living in seclusion here, also learned about the recent events in the main city from others, one of which he was particularly concerned about.

"When did such a powerful being suddenly appear in the Astral Plane?"

The news he received was about Qin Yu. Although the guards' competition had a limited reach, it still had a significant impact, and everyone felt a sense of fear towards Qin Yu.

There was also a letter from the Star Emperor. After opening it, the Star Sword Saint learned that the Star Emperor was also concerned about this matter. The Star Emperor was now very eager to know how Qin Yu's strength compared to that of the Star Sword Saint.

"If they really are someone with real ability, then I wouldn't mind going..."

After burning the letter, the Star Sword Saint picked up his sword and headed towards the Star Realm's main city.

At this moment, Qin Yu was idly strolling around the palace. He was really just strolling around. Although his identity was that of the Second Princess Xingyue's guard, the Second Princess did not need his protection, so he was one of the few idle people in the palace.

Even so, despite his carefree attitude, no one dared to say anything to him. After all, Qin Yu's strength had already spread throughout the palace, and as long as he didn't do anything illegal, everyone would turn a blind eye.

However, there are still people who will come to cause trouble for Qin Yu, such as the Fourth Princess Xing Nai.

"Hey!"

Just as Qin Yu reached a corner, Xing Nai called out to him.

“My name isn’t Hey, it’s Qin Yu.”

Qin Yu felt a bit helpless. He really wanted to quote a famous line from a TV series, realizing that he had gotten himself into trouble.

"Hmph, your name is not important to me." Xingna walked up to Qin Yu with her hands on her hips, staring at him with a very unfriendly look, as if she wanted to kill Qin Yu with her eyes.

After circling around Qin Yu, Xing Nai continued, "Do you know that I just went to see my second sister?"

"do not know."

Qin Yu had a bad feeling.

"Hmph, do you know why I just went to see my second sister?" Xingna's expression became more and more smug as she spoke.

"..."

Qin Yu was too lazy to respond to Xing Nai anymore. He had already said he didn't know, so why was this girl still going in circles with him?

“I just told my second sister that if she doesn’t need you, this unwanted guard, I can make use of you. I happen to need a guard to go to the hunting grounds with me.”

"..."

Sure enough, Qin Yu knew he was being targeted by this guy. Despite having Luna's face, Qin Yu didn't feel any disgust towards his behavior or words.

Qin Yu even found her adorable, and he felt like he must be sick.

"Thank me! You are still Princess Hoshina's bodyguard!"

Hoshina pointed at Qin Yu and declared her intention to seize him.

"Sigh~" Qin Yu sighed, "It doesn't matter. Since the Second Princess doesn't need me, then please take care of me, Princess Hoshina."

"Yes! That's right, following me is a million times better than following Second Sister!"

Seeing that Qin Yu was so understanding, Xing Nai's mood immediately brightened. Now she could go and wander around the Star Emperor's hunting grounds.

"Let's go! Let's go to the hunting grounds together! You'll have to thank me, because only members of the royal family can go in. You're a guard, so you're qualified to come along. There are plenty of rare and exotic animals there. If you behave well, I can share some of the spoils with you!"

Qin Yu was surprised to hear that such a good thing had happened. Why hadn't Xingyu ever told him about it before?

"Neither my second sister nor Xingyu are interested in hunting, so only I can take you. You're lucky you're on your own."

Make the right choice!

Chapter 421 Star Hunting Ground

Inside the main hall of the palace

The Star Emperor, the supreme ruler of the astral realm, was clad in enormous silver-white armor, gazing at the Star Mirror on the top floor. Through this mirror, he could deduce the course of the future.

The Starry River Mirror kept changing, and the stars within it arranged new patterns. Upon seeing these patterns, the Starry River Emperor's expression turned serious.

"How is this possible..."

The Star Emperor sat on his throne, deep in thought. He couldn't understand why the Star River Mirror was showing such an ominous sign.

The Star Era has only been going on for a hundred years, and the Star Realm is still in a period of strong growth, yet it is showing signs of misfortune, which he finds utterly perplexing.

"Father."

The eldest prince arrived after being summoned by the Star Emperor. The Star Emperor also came to his senses and looked at his eldest son.

"Get up. I've heard about the guards. As for that outsider, I'd like to hear your opinion..."

The Star Emperor had long been aware of Qin Yu's existence, but since Qin Yu had not shown any threat, he had no intention of making things difficult for him. He also took this opportunity to train his successors.

“Father, that outsider is now Second Sister’s bodyguard. There’s nothing suspicious about his behavior. Fourth Sister and Fifth Brother get along well with him. Plus, he’s strong enough to become a part of our Star Realm.”

Although the eldest prince was very dissatisfied with Qin Yu's defeat of the guards he had chosen, he was still the heir to the throne. If he didn't have this much magnanimity, he would not have been able to inherit the throne at all.

"Hmm, it seems you've grasped some of the principles. I won't say any more. I've already asked the Star Sword Saint to challenge him. I'm looking forward to their battle. If he wins, how do you think we should try to win him over?"

The Star Emperor posed another question to the eldest prince, who pondered for a while before answering.

"We can bestow his second or fourth sister in marriage upon him and bring him into the royal family."