Qian Renxue stepped forward with a smile, intending to shake Tang Lan's hand.
But—
Tang Lan let go of Ning Fengzhi and directly pulled Qian Renxue into a bear hug.
Qian Renxue froze!
—Since childhood, this was the first time she had ever had such intimate physical contact with someone!
And Tang Lan's assessment was—
Flat as a board. There was no sensation at all.
It seemed that Soul Bone Skill directly altered one's form rather than serving as a disguise like the Blue Silver Domain.
"First Prince, you're far too polite."
Tang Lan enthusiastically patted Qian Renxue on the shoulder and said—
"Though you're my brother's disciple, we can address each other as we please. There's no need to call me Martial Uncle."
"We rushed all the way here and are exhausted."
"You've prepared a banquet, right?"
"Let's eat and talk at the same time."
With his arm around Qian Renxue's shoulders, Tang Lan led her through the city gates.
"Oh, right, brother. My little brother is still behind us. Leave someone here to receive him."
Ning Fengzhi looked stunned.
His own disciple had always been humble, courteous, and highly perceptive. He did not possess the lofty arrogance common among nobles.
He would not mind Tang Lan's rudeness.
But he was still the Crown Prince!
Was Tang Lan's heart really this big?
Among Qian Renxue's guards, someone's eyes turned cold!
Chen Xin sharply swept his gaze over them, yet he discovered nothing.
He frowned in confusion.
Qian Renxue had adapted as well.
She wore an amiable smile, and there was not the slightest resistance in her eyes.
She smiled and said, "Tang Sect Leader, your Tang Sect Encyclopedia can now be said to be sweeping across the continent."
"After reading it, Qing He was deeply impressed."
"Many secrets, such