Xue Ye's scheme was so well-thought-out that it could be heard clearly even Heaven Dou City.
Qin Feng withdrew his gaze, looked at Xue Ye, and spoke directly.
"His Majesty."
"Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty. Her Highness is indeed of noble birth."
"However, I've always been used to freedom and can't stand the constraints of royal rules."
"If it were about me marrying into the royal family and becoming a prince consort, I'm afraid that wouldn't work."
Qin Feng spoke very directly, without any beating around the bush.
He can cooperate with the royal family and access their resources, but asking him to hand over his indenture is wishful thinking.
Marrying into another family?
Are you kidding me?
A Titled Douluo, becoming a live-in son-in-law of a mortal empire—if word got out, how could he face anyone?
When Xue Ke heard Qin Feng's direct refusal, her face turned deathly pale, and her eyes welled up with tears.
This was the first time in her life she had been rejected to her face, and she felt a pang of grievance.
Heaven Dou Empress also frowned slightly.
Qin Feng is incredibly audacious; he dared to do it in front of the emperor without leaving any room for tact.
However.
Xue Ye was not angry; instead, he laughed again.
"Hahaha!"
" Qin Feng Qin Feng, you've misunderstood me."
"How could I possibly allow a son of heaven like you to marry into my family!"
Xue Ye rose from his Dragon Throne, walked to the edge of the steps, and looked down at Qin Feng.
"My intention is to marry Xue Ke to you."
"If you nod your head, I can bestow upon you the title of a king of a different surname in the Heaven Dou Empire today!"
"Territory, gold coins, Soul Bone, cultivation resources—take whatever you like from the Heaven Dou Empire's treasury!"
"Furthermore, you are not bound by any royal rules. You can continue to stay at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy and do whatever you want."
"My only request is that on the day you become Titled Douluo, you stand on the side of the Heaven Dou Empire."
Xue Ye's words were extremely frank and also extremely bold.
In order to win over Qin Feng, he has already revealed all his cards.
They'll give you the throne, resources, even their daughter for free, and they won't make you bear any heavy obligations.
Such treatment is unprecedented in the entire history of the mainland.
Heaven Dou Empress sat there, completely stunned.
She never imagined that the emperor would go to such lengths to recruit a young man.
They even brought up the extremely sensitive title of "King of a Different Surname."
Hearing this, Qian Renxue was also slightly startled.
The Xue Ye is getting desperate.
Clearly, the Heaven Dou Empire is currently facing immense pressure and urgently needs a top-tier expert to oversee it.
Qian Renxue glanced at Qin Feng.
She wasn't worried that Qin Feng would be tempted by the conditions offered by Xue Ye.
Because only she knew that Qin Feng was already a level 93 Titled Douluo.
The Heaven Dou Empire's resources are utterly inadequate in the face of true absolute power.
Qin Feng sat in the chair, his fingers lightly tapping the armrest.
The conditions offered by Xue Ye were indeed generous.
However, the more generous the conditions, the greater the underlying causes and consequences.
He's still developing, there's no need for him to completely tie himself to the Heaven Dou Empire.
What's more, Qian Renxue was watching him closely.
Qin Feng looked at Xue Ye, his tone remaining neither humble nor arrogant.
"I truly feel Your Majesty's sincerity."
"These conditions are indeed hard to refuse."
Qin Feng said, "However, marriage is a major life event, and it happened so suddenly that I was completely unprepared."
"Your Majesty, how about allowing me to return and consider this for a few more days?"
Qin Feng didn't give a definitive answer, instead employing a delaying tactic.
Xue Ye was a smart man and naturally understood Qin Feng's meaning.
Pushing such exceptional geniuses too hard can backfire.
"Good!"
"I'll give you time to consider!"
"The gates of the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace are always open for you. Come and see me whenever you've come to your senses."
The Xue Ye appeared very magnanimous.
Afterwards, Xue Ye chatted with Qin Feng for a few more minutes about the Soul Master Tournament.
This extremely high-level recruitment event has now come to a temporary close.
" Qinghe."
The Xue Ye looked at the Crown Prince standing to the side.
" Qin Feng is a pillar of the nation; you should see him off properly on my behalf."
"Yes, Father."
Qian Renxue bowed respectfully and accepted the order.
Qin Feng stood up, nodded slightly to Xue Ye and Heaven Dou Empress, and turned to walk out of the hall.
Qian Renxue followed closely behind.
Xue Ke stood there, watching Qin Feng's departing figure, biting her lower lip, her eyes filled with resentment.
We left the main hall.
Qin Feng and Qian Renxue walked side by side on the white marble steps of the palace.
Neither of them spoke, and they walked until they reached the main gate of the palace.
A carriage belonging to the Crown Prince was parked there.
" Teacher Qin, I'll take you back to the college."
Qian Renxue gestured for him to enter, her tone no different from that of the gentle Crown Prince.
Qin Feng didn't stand on ceremony and stepped onto the carriage.
Qian Renxue followed her inside.
The carriage started slowly, its wheels rolling over the cobblestones with a soft rumbling sound.
The carriage was very large, and the interior walls were specially soundproofed, so no sound could be heard from the outside.
The carriage door closed.
Qian Renxue, who had been sitting upright opposite, instantly changed her demeanor.
The gentle and refined demeanor that belonged to Crown Prince Xue Qinghe had vanished without a trace.
Instead, Qian Renxue possessed an inherent aloofness and pride.
She crossed her arms over her chest, leaned against the cushion, and stared intently at Qin Feng.
"Qin, you're really in the limelight today!"
Qian Renxue sneered.
"A king of a different surname, plus a delicate little princess."
"Aren't you tempted?"
"If I hadn't been watching, would you have agreed on the spot?"
Qin Feng found Qian Renxue's jealous expression quite amusing.
Although Qian Renxue still has Xue Qinghe's masculine face, her every move and expression reveals her to be a completely feminine woman.
Qin Feng leaned forward, closing the distance between them.
"How?"
Are you jealous?
Qin Feng stared into Qian Renxue's eyes, a smile playing on his lips.
"Don't talk nonsense!"
Qian Renxue instinctively retorted, but her cheeks involuntarily flushed.
"Why would I be jealous?"
"I'm just reminding you that the Heaven Dou Royal Family is a very complex place. Don't get sold out and then help them count the money."
"What good could Xue Ke, that young, blonde girl, possibly have?"
Seeing Qian Renxue's stubbornness, Qin Feng reached out and grabbed her wrist.
Qian Renxue struggled slightly, but couldn't break free.
So Qin Feng was allowed to hold it.
"Don't worry, I don't care about any kings or princesses."
Qin Feng said, "I just didn't want to offend Xue Ye in person, so I just made up an excuse to delay."
Hearing Qin Feng say that, Qian Renxue's pent-up anger dissipated considerably.
You're smart to know your place.
Qian Renxue snorted and let Qin Feng hold her hand.
The atmosphere in the carriage became somewhat ambiguous.
As Qin Feng played with Qian Renxue's fingers, he put away his playful thoughts.
"Let's get down to business."
Qin Feng looked at Qian Renxue, his tone becoming serious.
"I received a message that Bibi Dong is coming to Heaven Dou City."
Upon hearing those three words...
Qian Renxue's body stiffened abruptly, her fingers gripping Qin Feng's palm tightly.
The gaze, which had softened slightly, instantly became extremely sharp and hostile.
"Is that woman coming?"
Qian Renxue gritted her teeth, squeezing out the words through her clenched teeth.
"What is she doing here!"
" Heaven Dou City is my territory now, and it's none of her business to interfere!"
Qian Renxue's hatred for Bibi Dong came from the depths of her bones.
Whether due to their different backgrounds or a power struggle, the relationship between the mother and daughter has now reached a freezing point.
Qin Feng sensed Qian Renxue's tense emotions and gently rubbed the back of her hand twice with his thumb to soothe her.
"Given Bibi Dong's personality, she would never sit idly by and allow a Titled Douluo, who is not under her control, to run rampant in Heaven Dou City."
"She came here this time, 100% for me."
Qian Renxue frowned deeply after hearing this.
She was well aware of Bibi Dong's methods.
The Pope of the Spirit Hall is willing to use any means necessary to achieve his goals.
"She's crazy."
Qian Renxue grabbed Qin Feng's hand with her own.
"Although you are strong now, she controls the power of the entire Spirit Hall."
"Not only are there those old fellows in the Elder Hall, but she herself is also unfathomable."
" Qin Feng, you must not be careless."
"If she really decides to attack you, you absolutely cannot stop her alone."
Qian Renxue's tone revealed genuine concern.
Although she hated Bibi Dong, she knew even better how terrifying Bibi Dong was.
Qin Feng felt a surge of warmth as he looked at Qian Renxue's tense expression.
This woman is usually as arrogant as can be, but when it really matters, her mind is entirely on him.
Qin Feng pulled hard, dragging Qian Renxue directly into his arms.
Qian Renxue gasped in surprise and fell onto Qin Feng's lap.
She's currently disguised as Crown Prince Xue Qinghe!
Two grown men embracing and kissing in the carriage—if anyone saw this, the reputation of the Heaven Dou Empire's royal family would be completely ruined.
"You're insane!"
Qian Renxue lowered her voice and reached out to push Qin Feng's chest.
"Don't move."
Qin Feng tightened his arms around her, holding her firmly in his embrace.
"Even if Bibi Dong comes, she can't do anything to me."
"Don't forget, my current strength is not something she can easily manipulate."
Qin Feng whispered in Qian Renxue's ear, his voice steady.
"If she dares to use violence, I wouldn't mind making her suffer a bit."
"What you need to do now is to secure your status as Crown Prince. The situation within the Heaven Dou Royal Family is about to undergo significant changes."
Qian Renxue leaned against Qin Feng's firm chest, listening to his steady and powerful heartbeat.
The strength to struggle gradually diminished.
She looked up at Qin Feng, who was standing very close to her.
This face truly possesses a reassuring magic.
It's as if even if the sky were to fall, this man could hold it up with just one hand.
Be careful yourself.
Qian Renxue looked into Qin Feng's eyes and whispered a word of advice.
Qin Feng smiled and nodded.
The carriage gradually slowed down.
The respectful voice of the coachman could be heard from outside.
"Your Highness, we have arrived at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy."
Qian Renxue was about to get up from Qin Feng's lap.
But she paused.
Looking at Qin Feng's ambiguous smile, she suddenly felt a surge of impulse.
I didn't think much of it.
Qian Renxue suddenly cupped Qin Feng's cheeks in her hands, closed her eyes, and kissed him directly.
Their lips met.
Qian Renxue's kiss was somewhat awkward, but also carried a sense of resolute determination.
The kiss was brief, just a light touch, before they quickly parted.
Qian Renxue abruptly stepped back and sat back down in the seat opposite her.
Even with Xue Qinghe's mask on, it was clear that she was breathing somewhat rapidly.
"This is your reward."
Qian Renxue turned her head away, refusing to look into Qin Feng's eyes.
"Don't mess with that girl named Xue Ke, do you hear me?"
Qin Feng touched his lips; a trace of warmth still lingered on them.
Seeing Qian Renxue's forced composure, his smile completely vanished.
"Yes, Your Highness."
Qin Feng stood up and straightened his clothes.
He pushed open the carriage door and jumped down.
Qian Renxue sat in the carriage, watching Qin Feng's retreating figure as he walked into the academy gate through the crack in the window.
Until Qin Feng's figure completely disappeared from sight.
She finally let out a long breath.
"Return to the palace."
Qian Renxue gave instructions to the carriage driver outside, her voice regaining the coldness and majesty befitting a crown prince.
Heaven Dou City.
Qin Feng didn't go straight back to his dormitory, but instead strolled around the bustling streets of the city for a while.
A gentle breeze blew by, and the cries of street vendors filled the air.
Qin Feng walked leisurely, but his mind was immersed in the black Diary in his mind. With a slight thought, he began to record his actions of the day.
[That old man really went all out Xue Ye, even offering me a title like "King of a Different Surname" just to bind me to the Heaven Dou Empire's war chariot.]
[What's even more outrageous is that he actually plans to marry his own daughter Xue Ke, to me.]
[To be honest, Xue Ke is really pretty; she's got a fresh, youthful look, her face is full of collagen, and she's pure and adorable.]
[If I really take this little princess in, I definitely won't lose out.]
On the other side, in the rear garden of the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace.
A faint scent of sandalwood burned within the palace.
Xue Ke sat on a cushioned brocade stool, her cheeks slightly flushed, her hands supporting her chin.
Heaven Dou Empress sat on a chaise lounge to the side, holding a cup of hot tea, looking at her daughter with tender eyes.
"Ke'er, tell your mother the truth, what do you think of Qin Feng?" Heaven Dou Empress asked softly.
Upon hearing this, Xue Ke immediately lowered her head and began to rub her skirt with both hands.
"Mother, Teacher Qin... he's very strong. He even defeated Huo Wushuang in one move."
"And he's also very good-looking."
Xue Ke's voice was barely audible, carrying the shy charm unique to young girls.
Heaven Dou Empress put down her teacup, smiled, and shook her head.
"Your father was a bit too hasty today, proposing marriage so directly in person, which made this young man wary."
"However, Qin Feng is indeed exceptionally outstanding. Among the younger generation across the entire continent, it's probably impossible to find another person who can rival him."