One Year Later, Turmoil

Noticing the somewhat strange expressions on Bai Wanwan and Ning Rongrong's faces, Xue Ke also glanced at the book Ning Rongrong was holding. Upon seeing the title of the book, Xue Ke's face instantly flushed a light pink.

"This... this is a book for the Maid."

"Damn it, I finished reading it and then put it on my bookshelf."

Xue Ke spoke, she quickly reached out, took the book from Ning Rongrong's hand, and put it back on the bookshelf.

After doing all this, Xue Ke took two more books and handed them to Bai Wanwan and Qian Renxue.

"Understand."

"Maid should also have their own free time."

Bai Wanwan smiled nonchalantly and lowered her head to flip through the book in her hands.

As for those two storybooks, whether they were read by the Maid or not, you can tell just by looking at Xue Ke's reaction; there's no need to point it out.

Ning Rongrong nodded in agreement and then began to peruse the book in her hand.

Seeing their reactions, Xue Ke quietly patted her chest and casually began discussing the contents of the book with them.

But as they continued their conversation, the topic gradually veered off course, shifting from a serious discussion about Martial Soul to a topic of conversation between girls.

Laughter and cheerful conversation filled the Main Hall, and the group quickly became acquainted.

Xue Ke rested her chin on her hands, her gaze almost entirely fixed on Bai Wanwan, her eyes filled with joy, admiration, and a barely perceptible hint of envy and longing.

The joy was that I finally met my idol whom I had admired for so long, and we even had a very pleasant conversation.

What they admired was Bai Wanwan's achievements at such a young age.

What they envied was Bai Wanwan's talent and abilities.

What they yearn for is that if they could also have such talent and ability, perhaps they could control their future destiny.

After all, princesses like Xue Ke, who are of average talent, know nothing about politics or military affairs, and only study Court Etiquette, are mostly destined to marry into noble families.

Noticing Xue Ke's gaze, Bai Wanwan unconsciously shifted her eyes away from Xue Ke. Although her expression remained unchanged, a subtle hint of contemplation flashed in her eyes.

Time passed slowly as they talked.

Before we knew it, it was already evening.

Bai Wanwan looked up at the sky, then turned her gaze to Xue Ke in front of her, a gentle smile appearing on her lips.

"Your Highness, you are welcome to visit my King's Mansion more often."

"The gates of our King Canglan's Mansion are always open to Your Highness."

Bai Wanwan's voice is like a gentle stream, giving people a very comfortable feeling.

"In my spare time, I will definitely visit the King Canglan's Mansion."

Xue Ke nodded emphatically, agreeing readily.

"You can also come to our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."

"I know a lot of fun places; we can go together sometime."

Ning Rongrong also smiled at Xue Ke.

"Yes, Young Lady Ning."

"I'll also visit the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect when I have time."

Xue Ke nodded once again.

But in her heart, Xue Ke preferred to visit the King Canglan's Mansion.

After all, the King Canglan's Mansion was her idol's territory. It would be great to go there and chat with him or go shopping.

Hmm~

It's a pity that this idol, like her, is a girl.

Otherwise, given the status of the King Canglan's Mansion, it would undoubtedly belong to the nobility, and intermarriage among nobles is a common occurrence...

Thinking about it, Xue Ke glanced at it cautiously.

"Your Highness, it's getting late."

"I'll head back to the King Canglan's Mansion. I hope Your Highness can come and visit us tomorrow."

Bai Wanwan got up, quickly tidied her clothes, and walked out of the Palace.

After saying goodbye, Ning Rongrong followed Bai Wanwan.

Watching Bai Wanwan and Ning Rongrong's departing figures, Xue Ke stood up to see them off. Xue Ke stopped at the Palace gate and quietly watched them leave.

Leave the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace.

Walking down the bustling street, Bai Wanwan glanced at Ning Rongrong beside her and suddenly said, "Just tell Uncle Ning the truth about what happened today."

"Please give my regards to Uncle Ning."

Tell Uncle Ning that some things need to be done as soon as possible.

Bai Wanwan looked at Ning Rongrong very seriously.

"Okay, I got it."

Ning Rongrong looked puzzled, but didn't ask any further questions.

Hearing Ning Rongrong's answer, Bai Wanwan nodded gently and did not say anything more.

Soon, the two parted ways at a fork in the road.

Bai Wanwan headed towards the King Canglan's Mansion.

Ning Rongrong, on the other hand, headed towards the location of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.

Time flies, and years pass quickly.

A year has passed in the blink of an eye.

This year was also the most turbulent year for Heaven Dou City, with all sorts of things happening frequently.

First, Prince Xue Xing went to Vast Sea City for some matters, but perished on his way back to Heaven Dou City.

Then the Fourth Prince Xue Beng and died of poisoning in the Prince Manor.

Xue Ye's health was deteriorating.

The struggle between Emperor Xue Qinghe and Xue Luochuan has also moved from the shadows to the open.

The Speed Clan and the Defense Clan merged together, and with the secret support of the Clear Sky Sect, formed a new force called the Tang Sect, which established itself in Heaven Dou City.

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, which outwardly supported the First Prince Xue Qinghe, also quietly entered the fray, creating some friction with the King Canglan's Mansion, which outwardly supported the Second Prince Xue Luochuan.

During this year, the relationship between the King Canglan's Mansion and Princess Xue Ke grew increasingly closer.

The King Canglan's Mansion.

In a beautiful garden.

Bai Wanwan and Qian Renxue sat in the pavilion, watching the light drizzle, their eyes calmer than ever before.

"It's almost time to close the net."

Qian Renxue placed her hand on Bai Wanwan's shoulder.

"Hmm~"

"It'll be soon. Most of the players who were supposed to leave the field have already done so."

"It's just one last Fuse."

Bai Wanwan leaned against Qian Renxue's chest and gradually closed her eyes.

Although the situation in Heaven Dou City has been turbulent over the past year, it has remained under the control of Bai Wanwan and Ning Fengzhi.

This includes the newly established power: the Tang Sect.

Although the Tang Sect was supported by the Clear Sky Sect, the resources and funds to maintain the operation of the force were provided by the First Prince Xue Qinghe.

The establishment of the Tang Sect, strictly speaking, was a manifestation of the Clear Sky Sect's decline.

However, the Clear Sky Sect has not yet announced its emergence, making it inconvenient to take action openly. Therefore, it integrated the original Speed Clan and Defense Clan to form a new force.

"The Fuse soon."

"We're ready on our end too."

"The moment the Fuse is lit, the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace is destined to become a quagmire; it remains to be seen who can extricate themselves from it."

Qian Renxue turned her gaze toward the direction of the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace.