Grandpa, You Were Right

Heaven Dou City.

In a secluded Courtyard, Dugu Bo lay leisurely in a rattan chair, basking in the sun, while Dugu Yan rested her chin on one hand and ate fruit with the other.

"Yanyan, now is the time for you to focus on your cultivation. Don't let matters of the heart cause you to neglect your training."

Dugu Bo closed his eyes and spoke softly.

"Mmm~"

Dugu Yan put a piece of fruit in her mouth. "Grandpa, don't worry, Tian Heng and I are just ordinary friends, and we have absolutely no intention of developing anything in that direction."

"Tian Heng?"

Dugu Bo opened his eyes slightly and felt a pang of unease as he listened to Dugu Bo Dugu Yan's address to Yu Tianheng.

Yeah, it feels like you've planted a little Xiao Bai in your own field and painstakingly cared for it for over ten years, only to one day see a pig rush into the field, ready to root up the bok choy. You go to stop it, but the bok choy you planted says that she and the pig are just friends.

The feeling was indescribable, but it just felt really unpleasant.

"Yanyan, it's fine for you to be friends with that kid from the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, but you must keep your distance from each other."

Dugu Bo sat up and gave him earnest instructions.

"Mmm~"

Dugu Yan nodded her little head obediently.

Whether she listened to what Dugu Bo said or not, only she knows.

"Good to know."

Dugu Bo looked towards the door. "Yanyan, go get a few Teacup and wash a plate of fruit."

"Have we had any guests?"

"Is this Uncle Yang?"

Dugu Yan stood up from her seat and asked with some curiosity.

Because of Dugu Bo's somewhat aloof personality, this Courtyard is usually deserted, and those whom Dugu Bo would call guests are even fewer.

The Uncle Yang mentioned by Dugu Yan is naturally Yang Wushuang.

Because Yang Wushuang had cured Dugu Bo and Dugu Yan of their poison, they had a very high regard for Yang Wushuang.

"Yes, besides your Uncle Yang, there's also Miss Bai."

Dugu Bo nodded slightly, a smile unconsciously appearing on his lips.

"Aww~"

Dugu Yan nodded thoughtfully.

Dugu Yan naturally knew who the Miss Bai was that Dugu Bo mentioned.

But even knowing this, Dugu Yan still harbored a slight resentment towards Bai Wanwan.

After all, they are both geniuses among the younger generation, so why is Bai Wanwan considered unparalleled among them?

They haven't even competed yet, so it's still uncertain who's stronger.

"Yanyan, be good. We won't do anything that will get us beaten up."

Seeing Dugu Yan's expression, Dugu Bo offered a reminder.

Upon hearing this, Dugu Yan playfully stuck out her tongue and walked towards the back room.

Soon, Dugu Yan came out of the room carrying a tray. As she placed the tray on the table, the gate to the Courtyard was pushed open, and Bai Wanwan led Yang Wushuang into the courtyard.

"Senior, it's been a long time."

Bai Wanwan raised her hand and greeted Dugu Bo.

Yang Wushuang, who was half a step behind, also nodded to Dugu Bo as a greeting.

"Yeah, it's been a month or two since I last saw you."

Dugu Bo gestured for the two to sit down.

Bai Wanwan and Yang Wushuang sat down in front of Dugu Bo.

"Uncle Yang."

Dugu Yan stood beside Dugu Bo, greeted Yang Wushuang, and then turned her gaze to Bai Wanwan.

"White..."

Just as Dugu Yan was about to say something, she was interrupted by Dugu Bo's voice.

"Miss Bai, your strength has improved again. In my opinion, you have already reached the Spirit Emperor level."

Dugu Bo looked at Bai Wanwan with an approving gaze, but his words were a reminder to Dugu Yan that Bai Wanwan was now a Spirit Emperor.

"Spirit Emperor?"

Dugu Yan blinked a few times, instantly realizing that what her grandfather had just said was right.

You shouldn't do things that will get you beaten up.

She's only Three-Ring Soul Elder right now, so sparring with Six-Ring Soul Emperor requires careful consideration.

"Yes, the Spirit Ring was just attached recently."

Bai Wanwan smiled and nodded, then looked at Dugu Yan with a questioning gaze.

"Miss Bai, your nails are beautiful! But why didn't you get them done? A nice color would make them look even better."

Dugu Yan stretched out her hand, showing Bai Wanwan her emerald green fingernails.

Uh~

"So outgoing and familiar?"

Bai Wanwan thought silently, looking down at her normally trimmed nails, then at Dugu Yan's bright green nails.

Hmm~

To be frank, she really couldn't appreciate those bright green nail polishes.

"I haven't had my nails done yet, but I'll consider it if I have the time."

Bai Wanwan gave a slightly awkward, but still polite, smile.

Dugu Bo personally poured Bai Wanwan a cup of tea and placed it in front of Bai Wanwan.

"Miss Bai, is there something you need me to help you with?"

Dugu Bo asked softly.

"It's nothing serious. It's just that the Nine-Section Emerald that you gave me, Senior, was perhaps a little playful, and I can't find it at the King's Mansion for the time being. So, while I was looking for the Nine-Section Emerald, I happened to pass by your Senior and came in to ask for a cup of Hot Tea."

Bai Wanwan picked up her Teacup and began to speak casually.

"Oh?"

Dugu Bo raised an eyebrow, a thoughtful look appearing in his eyes, but he quickly regained his composure. "What does Miss Bai mean?"

"Nine-Section Emerald is still a bit risky. I'll look for it seriously these next few days, hopefully I can find it."

Bai Wanwan rested her arms on the table, propped her head up with her hands, and stared quietly at Dugu Bo.

Dugu Bo nodded slightly, but his eyes subtly shifted a few times.

He vaguely understood the meaning behind Bai Wanwan's words.

Is it possible that someone searched for the Nine-Section Emerald in the King's Mansion and ended up here with him?

There isn't one at all.

The King Canglan's Mansion's Mansion is located in the center of Heaven Dou City, while his Courtyard is far from the center and in a very remote location.

So Bai Wanwan came specifically to tell him this.

The fact that he specifically came to tell him, combined with the later statement that the Nine-Section Emerald is somewhat dangerous, basically confirms that he wants to use the Nine-Section Emerald for something, and that this matter will not be insignificant.

"It's okay if you really can't find it."

"Nine-Section Emerald is rare, but it's not the only one. I'll find a few more and give them to you later."

Dugu Bo gently swirled the wine glass in his hand, his tone very calm.

As she listened to Dugu Bo's words, Bai Wanwan's lips gradually curved into a smile.

Yes, it's so easy to talk to smart people.

The Nine-Section Emerald is not a single piece; who can be sure that the missing Nine-Section Emerald belongs to Bai Wanwan?