The Aggrieved Star Luo Royal Family

In a residence within the Imperial Palace of the Star Luo Empire, Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun were waiting for news. The experts they had sent out had been gone for several days, yet there had been no word from them.

"Reporting to Your Highness, this is terrible news! The White Tiger Guard and Elder Zhu Chang of the Netherworld Duke's Mansion have all been wiped out."

At that moment, an old man brought explosive news that left Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun dumbfounded.

"What? They were completely wiped out?"

"Two Soul Emperors and four Soul Kings, just gone like that? How did they die?" Dai Weisi's head buzzed at the news. It was like a bolt from the blue.

"Ah! This..." Zhu Zhuyun turned pale with fright and collapsed onto a chair.

"Your Highness, judging from the scene, there were no signs of battle. They were all killed instantly, with no ability to resist. Their bodies appeared to have been pierced straight through by something, leaving a large hole behind. No weapons or anything else were left behind. Their cause of death was different from those people last time."

"Your Highness, this old man suspects that a Titled Douluo may have taken action."

This old man was one of Dai Weisi's subordinates and also a Soul Emperor. After the White Tiger Guard failed to return, Dai Weisi had sent him to investigate.

Slap...

"Zhu Zhuyun, exactly who did you provoke? For the sake of one Zhu Zhu Qing, we lost so many powerful people—two Soul Emperors and seven Soul Kings. They were all my trusted subordinates."

Dai Weisi slapped Zhu Zhuyun across the face, sending her straight to the floor. Because of this woman, half of his White Tiger Guard had been lost.

"Weisi, wasn't I doing it to protect the royal family's dignity? Who could have known that boy would be so terrifying?"

Zhu Zhuyun covered her face, feeling utterly wronged and deeply afraid at the same time. She had targeted that youth so relentlessly—if he came after her in the future, she would have no chance of escaping.

"Stop causing trouble for me in the future. Be careful you don't get yourself killed one day." Dai Weisi was afraid as well. What faction did that person belong to? How could he be so terrifying?

Everyone in the world knew that the Dai Family and the Zhu Family had intermarried for generations. If the little girl from the Zhu Family truly got together with that youth, it would be a slap in the face of the Star Luo Empire's royal family and make them the laughingstock of the world.

The deaths of two Soul Emperors and seven Soul Kings were such a major matter that they also alarmed Dai Tianfeng, the emperor of the Star Luo Empire, and the Zhu Empress.

"Your Highness, Crown Princess, His Majesty summons you."

At that moment, a eunuch delivered the message, ordering Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun to head to the Imperial Palace.

Inside a grand hall of the Imperial Palace, Dai Tianfeng, the Zhu Empress, Zhu Family Head Zhu Tianlie, and other high-ranking members of both families were all present. Everyone looked toward Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun, since the two of them had caused this incident.

"Speak! What exactly happened? Who killed so many of our powerful people?" Dai Tianfeng stared at Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun as he asked coldly.

"Father Emperor, according to Zhuyun, the other party was merely a very handsome young man, yet he possessed the strength to instantly kill Soul Kings. I sent out the White Tiger Guard to get to the bottom of this matter, only for them to be completely wiped out."

Before the Iron-Blooded Emperor Dai Tianfeng, Dai Weisi did not dare conceal anything.

"Marshal Zhu, how did that little girl Zhu Qing come to know someone so terrifying?"

Dai Tianfeng addressed Zhu Family Head Zhu Tianlie. This matter had been caused by that little girl as well.

"Your Majesty, I don't know either! Little Zhu Qing has stayed at home these past few years and hardly knows anyone at all."

Zhu Tianlie was equally bewildered. Who the hell knew what kind of person his youngest daughter had encountered?

"An unknown youth has gotten together with that girl Zhu Qing. This is an open provocation against the dignity of our Star Luo Empire."

As the Star Luo Emperor, Dai Tianfeng watched his youngest son's fiancée run off with an unknown youth. What kind of nonsense was this? If word spread, he would become the laughingstock of the world. Where would he put his old face then?

"Father Emperor, please calm your anger. Your son believes we should suppress this matter."

"According to Zhuyun, when that youth killed those guards, no one even saw how he attacked. Yet all five guards died, while the youth himself was completely unharmed. Such strength is simply inconceivable. Later, the people we sent out were all wiped out as well. According to the investigation at the scene, they too were killed instantly, with no ability to resist."

"Your son suspects there must be a Titled Douluo-level expert behind that youth, and one who is extremely powerful. For now, we should not provoke them."

As the crown prince's foremost heir, Dai Weisi had a clear mind. Nearly all the people around him had been wiped out. Going to cause trouble for them again would be asking for death.

For the sake of a little girl from the Zhu Family, sacrificing all his own people was a losing deal only an idiot would make.

"Marshal Zhu, you certainly raised a fine daughter." Dai Tianfeng glanced at Zhu Tianlie.

"Rest assured, Your Majesty. I will handle this matter."

Zhu Tianlie gave a perfunctory response on the surface, but inwardly he thought that if Zhu Qing had truly encountered a peerless genius, it might actually be a good thing. That way, she would no longer have to kill each other with her elder sister in the future.

"Let this matter end here. Until we determine who the other party is, do not casually mobilize the royal family's forces."

After Dai Tianfeng exchanged opinions with the senior officials, they ultimately reached an agreement to set the matter aside for the time being.

Although this incident left the Star Luo Empire's royal family deeply aggrieved, this unknown terror had left the royal family's higher-ups completely at a loss. They could only back down.

In a small courtyard of the Netherworld Duke's Mansion, a beautiful mature woman learned about Zhu Zhu Qing's situation and wondered whether that little girl had encountered the youth. If that was truly the case, then it would be wonderful. The little girl had finally escaped the cage of fate.

Zhu Zhu Qing's matter was too unbelievable. The Star Luo Royal Family had suffered a silent loss and could only back down. If Ye Liangchen knew the Star Luo Empire's reaction, he would definitely award himself Best Director.

That morning, Ye Liangchen and Zhu Zhu Qing arrived in Nuoding City. The two walked through its streets, taking in the local sights and customs.

"Little Cat! Have you ever been to Nuoding City?"

"No. This is my first time in the Heaven Dou Empire. What about you, Brother Chen?"

"Me neither. I was still young a few years ago and lived at Skywater Academy the whole time. Aunt Lan and the others wouldn't let me leave either."

"Aunt Lan and the others were only trying to protect you."

"Come on! Let's find an inn first, then have a proper meal."

"Alright, Brother Chen."

As they walked, the two chatted quietly. Since they had arrived in Nuoding City, they naturally had to stay at the most luxurious hotel. Ye Liangchen asked a passerby and learned that Nuoding City's finest hotel was also the Rose Hotel.

What the hell! The Rose Hotel even has branches in a city like Nuoding City, which isn't even that big.

After weaving through several streets, the two arrived at a Rose Hotel near the main road. Ye Liangchen had chosen it because the road beside the hotel led to Holy Soul Village, making it convenient to observe the situation.

"Boss, two of your most luxurious rooms. We'll be staying for ten days."

At the Rose Hotel's lobby counter, Ye Liangchen, using the identity of Lan Chen, lavishly booked two of the finest rooms. In any case, he was not short on money.

"I'm sorry, esteemed guest, but there is only one of our most luxurious rooms available."

The Lobby Manager was a man in his thirties. When he saw the stunning beauty beside Ye Liangchen, he immediately understood and said there was only one room, a meaningful smile appearing on his face.

"Boss, something's not right with you!"

Of course, Ye Liangchen knew the Rose Hotel's tricks. Apart from their regular work, these lobby managers also moonlighted as matchmakers.

"Don't worry, handsome. The room is large enough. It has two bedrooms and a living room, and it will definitely satisfy both you and this lady." The Lobby Manager continued boasting about the Rose Hotel's various advantages.

"I'm not short on money. Open two rooms for me." Ye Liangchen directly pulled out two bags of Gold Soul Coins.

"Brother Chen, one room is enough for us. We can save some money too."

"Boss, just book one room."

The moment Zhu Zhu Qing heard there would be two rooms, she interrupted Ye Liangchen and directly told the Lobby Manager to book one room. She also picked up the other bag of Gold Soul Coins and stuffed it into Ye Liangchen's hand.

"Certainly, miss. Here is the key card to the most luxurious room on the Top Floor. I hope you and this handsome gentleman enjoy your stay."

Grinning, the Lobby Manager handed the key card to Zhu Zhu Qing. When it came to young couples, the Rose Hotel's service philosophy had always been to matchmake as many pairs as possible.

"Thank you, boss."

Zhu Zhu Qing accepted the key card without thinking much of it. Back when she and Ye Liangchen had been in the Border Mountain Range forest, they had sometimes slept in the same tent. Their current relationship was something between close friends and girlfriends, and it could develop further at any time.

"Brother Chen, let's go." Seeing Ye Liangchen still standing there in a daze, Zhu Zhu Qing was in high spirits. She grabbed his hand and headed straight for the very top floor.

"Little Cat, isn't this a little inappropriate?"

Ye Liangchen felt that this Little Cat was becoming increasingly strange. If this continued, it felt like this girl would have him wrapped around her finger at any moment. Were all the women in this world so bold?

"Brother Chen, don't worry about that. In a city where I don't know anyone, I don't dare stay alone."

Zhu Zhu Qing deliberately came up with an excuse because she wanted to get a little closer to Ye Liangchen. This man was far too outstanding. If she did not take the initiative now, she might not get another chance in the future.

They had spent nearly ten days together, and Zhu Zhu Qing had already come to understand Ye Liangchen very well. He was handsome, kind-hearted, gentle, considerate, sunny, and cheerful. Most importantly, he respected women deeply. In this world where men were honored and women were demeaned, he was practically an anomaly.

Zhu Zhu Qing had never met such an upright gentleman as Ye Liangchen. Even if the two of them stayed in the same room, nothing would happen. By now, she no longer had any guard up around him.

Zhu Zhu Qing felt that, considering Ye Liangchen's help, as well as his exceptional looks and strength, even giving herself to him in marriage would be an incredible bargain. Sometimes, she even felt that she was not worthy of him.

When Zhu Zhu Qing was six years old, she had met the three Dao Protectors by Ye Liangchen's side. Every one of them had been a peerless beauty. They had surely already arranged this guy's major life events for him, perhaps even with childhood sweethearts.

Zhu Zhu Qing no longer cared about such matters. In any case, she had to enter Ye Liangchen's world. Nothing else mattered.

"Little Cat, I feel like something's off with you."

Ye Liangchen was speechless as Zhu Zhu Qing dragged him along by the hand. Their relationship was indeed very good now, but was this really necessary?

"Brother Chen, I told you before—wherever you go, I'll go. I hope you won't find me troublesome. Let's eat first."

"Fine. You call the shots."

Seeing this Little Cat becoming increasingly clingy, Ye Liangchen could only indulge her. After all, who could refuse a gentle and quiet Little Cat?

After entering the most luxurious large suite on the Top Floor, the two tidied up their respective rooms before heading to the hotel restaurant downstairs. They booked the most luxurious private dining room and enjoyed a splendid meal.

"For so many days, we've been cooking for ourselves. We can finally live a life where food is served right to us. Little Cat, eat more."

"Brother Chen, you should eat too."

It was a warm lunch that felt like a couple's set meal, and both of them enjoyed it immensely.

After lunch, Ye Liangchen returned to his room and took a comfortable hot bath, preparing to have a good sleep.

"Knock, knock..."

"Brother Chen, open the door."

Just then, there was a knock on the door, accompanied by Little Cat's voice.

When he opened the door, he saw Zhu Zhu Qing standing outside with a faint blush on her face. Then she excitedly threw herself into Ye Liangchen's arms and kissed him on the cheek.

"Brother Chen, my Soul Power has broken through to level 30."

At that moment, Zhu Zhu Qing felt as though happiness had come too suddenly. When she had first met this man, her Soul Power had only been at level 28. With his help, just ten short days had passed, and she had already broken through to level 30.

"Brother Chen, thank you."

Zhu Zhu Qing was incredibly excited. Tears of happiness streamed down her rosy cheeks. At that moment, she truly resembled a Little Cat, quietly resting in Ye Liangchen's embrace and holding him tightly, afraid that he might run away.

"Little Cat, you're taking advantage of me again."

Ye Liangchen was speechless now as well. This girl seemed to be getting more and more crooked. Was this still that aloof Little Cat?

"Ah! Brother Chen, stop saying that. You're terrible."

Zhu Zhu Qing immediately understood what he meant, and her pretty face instantly turned as red as an apple.

"Little Cat! You're only level 30, and you're already this happy. When you reach level 40 or 50, won't you be flying?"

"For now, don't rush to obtain a spirit ring. Keep tempering your body. In about ten more days, I'll take you to obtain your third spirit ring."

"Go on and get out! I need to rest."

Seeing how excited the girl was, Ye Liangchen shook his head helplessly and quickly gave her a gentle push. If this continued, something was bound to happen.

This Little Cat was far too clingy. Could everyone else handle it? Anyway, I can't.

"Brother Chen, I'll listen to all your arrangements."

"Rest well. I'll come get you for dinner tonight."

Zhu Zhu Qing was now completely obedient toward Ye Liangchen. Whatever he arranged, she would do.

"Little Cat, remember to balance work and rest. Don't exhaust yourself."

Ye Liangchen ignored the clingy Little Cat and lay down directly on the bed to rest.

Little Cat had probably already fallen for him. Ye Liangchen understood it as well—when this girl had been at her most desperate in life, she had encountered a cheat like him, like finding a guiding beacon. She could only cling tightly to this one and only opportunity.

"I understand, Brother Chen."

Watching Ye Liangchen sleep in such an unguarded, utterly unpresentable posture, yet somehow looking incredibly cute, Zhu Zhu Qing couldn't help but let out a soft laugh. Then she left Ye Liangchen's room, gently closed the door, went to the sofa in the living room, sat cross-legged, and began cultivating.

Zhu Zhu Qing had already made up her mind. Once she got rid of the royal marriage contract, she would pursue this man with everything she had. Having met such a wonderful man, if she still failed to seize the chance, wouldn't she be a fool?