The Correct Way to Open a Dungeon, Xu Jiujiu is Even More Beautiful!

Two days later, early in the morning, a man and a woman entered Star Luo City, the capital of the Star Luo Empire.

Qian Chaoyun and Ling Luochen traveled without rest and finally arrived at Star Luo City.

Along the way, they relied on a Flying Soul Tool and Angel Spirit possession to travel, making them even faster than Soul Sage experts.

The moment the two entered this capital city, they sensed its luxury and grandeur.

The bustling city brimmed with the vibrancy of everyday life, and armored soldiers on patrol could be seen everywhere.

Qian Chaoyun and Ling Luochen walked side by side, surveying the city.

Ling Luochen turned to him and asked, "How is your relationship with Xu Jiujiu, the Star Luo Princess? Is she willing to provide us with intelligence?"

This was what worried her most. After all, Shrek Academy's students rarely interacted with the empire and had almost no dealings with it.

If the other side was unwilling to help, then this trip would have been for nothing.

With his hands behind his back, Qian Chaoyun said calmly, "Don't worry. I got to know Xu Jiujiu when I was carrying out missions before, and we're on fairly good terms. I already notified her through a soul tool on the way here."

"After all, this amounts to helping the Star Luo Empire eliminate a threat. As a princess, she'll definitely be happy to cooperate with Shrek. We arranged to meet at a teahouse in Star Luo City. We'll talk once we get there."

As he spoke, he quickened his pace and headed toward their agreed meeting place.

Ling Luochen crossed her arms and said irritably, "Xu Jiujiu this, Xu Jiujiu that. Anyone who didn't know better would think you were very close. That princess might not be all that great either. Hmph..."

For some reason, she felt a faint sourness in her heart.

She did not know why, but when Qian Chaoyun sought help from another girl instead of her, she became inexplicably unhappy.

Clearly, she was his partner.

But on second thought, what did it have to do with her? She was merely accompanying Qian Chaoyun on a mission.

At that moment, Qian Chaoyun urged her from ahead, "Why are you as slow and fussy as Ma Xiaotao? Hurry up and catch up."

Ling Luochen gave an "Oh" and quickened her pace.

Before long, the two entered a teahouse in Star Luo City. It had luxurious chandelier lights hanging from the ceiling, but there were few guests coming and going, and nearly all of them were nobles and aristocrats.

Qian Chaoyun took out ten Gold Soul Coins, casually ordered some tea, and entered a private room to wait.

A few minutes later, Xu Jiujiu and a mysterious old woman entered the private room and met Qian Chaoyun and Ling Luochen.

Xu Jiujiu wore plain casual clothes. Her long hair shimmered like starlight, while her large dark-blue eyes resembled a vast sea of stars.

She was as beautiful as ever.

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

After taking her seat, Xu Jiujiu revealed the pure smile of a young girl.

Qian Chaoyun looked over the beautiful woman and said, "It's been a while, yet Her Highness's beauty is still as outstanding as ever. Even without all sorts of gorgeous jewelry and attire, you're still this beautiful."

Xu Jiujiu's pretty face flushed red at his words, and she felt a little embarrassed.

This guy was still so good with words. He was completely different from when he was carrying out missions.

Still, he was right. She also thought she was beautiful; calling herself the second most beautiful woman in Star Luo would not be an exaggeration.

Beside her, Star Cloud Douluo Manyi, who had accompanied her, narrowed her eyes.

At this point, Ling Luochen could not stand it any longer and said, "Let's discuss business. We came to the Star Luo Empire this time to investigate the smuggling of infants through the underground black market in Star Spirit City. Two students came with us as well, including Dai Yueheng."

Qian Chaoyun nodded. "It would be best if we can wipe them out."

Xu Jiujiu pondered for a moment before saying, "This matter is troublesome. Their last appearance was three years ago, and I don't have much information. I only know that they have an Evil Spirit Master expert at the Soul Douluo level."

"Another thing is that they are extremely cautious. They disguise themselves as vendors in the Underground Market. We have sent experts out on multiple occasions, but every attempt ended in failure. To uncover the connections and ties involved, I'm afraid you'll need to infiltrate the Underground Market with us."

Ling Luochen frowned. "With so many experts in Star Luo, you still haven't found a solution?"

Xu Jiujiu replied helplessly, "The moment there is any movement from the Star Luo Hall of Worship, this group of Evil Spirit Masters vanishes without a trace."

Ling Luochen was speechless.

Wasn't that simply internal corruption? There were traitors among the worshippers.

It seemed there truly were quite a few parasites within a country—even the Star Luo Royal Family had a headache over them.

Seeing Ling Luochen's expression, Xu Jiujiu looked somewhat embarrassed as well.

As a princess, she naturally could not personally handle every matter.

Although this was not considered a major issue in the Star Luo Empire, the danger level was extremely high, so they could only set it aside for the time being and investigate it in secret.

However, she quite liked Qian Chaoyun's attitude. Compared to the others, he gave her advance notice instead of looking down on people like the other students did, as though Shrek was above all else.

At this moment, Qian Chaoyun asked, "Have there been any leads these past few days?"

What he cared about most was whether they had any movements or motives. This trip could not be for nothing; after all, he was not Xu Sanshi, coming specifically to admire the princess's beauty.

If there was no intelligence, he would turn around and leave, heading to Star Spirit City to investigate on his own.

Xu Jiujiu smiled faintly. "There actually is. Our informants sent word that there may be activity in the next few days, though the exact location is unknown. However, experts above the seven-ring level may very well appear in the various entertainment venues of the Underground Market."

Qian Chaoyun stood up. "Give me the clues. I'm leaving. I'll investigate it for you while I'm at it. Next time, perhaps Shrek's experts will be the ones coming."

At his words, a trace of disappointment appeared on Xu Jiujiu's pretty face.

He did not waste a single word. This guy's obsession with the mission ran truly deep.

With that in mind, she handed some clues to Qian Chaoyun and instructed, "It'll be difficult to truly uncover the entire chain behind this, because you're a living person. Those Evil Spirit Masters can sense the aura of their companions. Your martial soul isn't evil enough, so you'll be easily exposed if you enter the Underground Market."

Upon hearing this, Qian Chaoyun knew his trip had not been in vain.

Even Ling Luochen was stunned.

Those Evil Spirit Masters could actually sense the aura of martial souls. They truly were no simple matter—no wonder even Star Luo had been unable to wipe them out.

Xu Jiujiu also sighed.

That was precisely the problem. Since they were not Evil Spirit Masters, they had no way of finding those people.

At that moment, Qian Chaoyun's lips curved into a smile. "I have a way."

"You do?"

Xu Jiujiu looked over in surprise.

Qian Chaoyun nodded but did not reveal his abilities.

After all, his Sea of Consciousness housed the Old Ancestor of all Necromancers—Electrolux, who had mastered Necromancy.

After sleeping for so long, the old man had long since awakened.

It was time to put him to use.

Xu Jiujiu rose to her feet and said, "I'll go with you. As the Princess of Star Luo, I want even more to understand the chain of interests involved. It will help me eliminate the Evil Spirit Masters later."

As soon as she said that, Star Cloud Douluo hurriedly objected from the side, "Your Highness, you must not! It's far too dangerous. If anything happens, how could this old woman answer to Your Majesty?"

Xu Jiujiu smiled. "Don't worry, Grandma Manyi. Chaoyun is very steady in his work. If he says he has a way, then he has a way. I'll notify you all immediately."

Star Cloud Douluo still wanted to persuade her, but Xu Jiujiu no longer wished to listen.

Seeing this, Star Cloud Douluo sighed.

Forget it. Better let the Princess go.

Once young people made up their minds, they were as stubborn as mules. No one could pull them back.