Ning Rongrong

Early the next morning, Youquan woke up early. After glancing at Qian Renxue, who was still sound asleep beside her, she carefully slipped out of Qian Renxue's bedchamber.

"Uncle Pufferfish, Uncle Snake Lance," Youquan softly called to the two men outside the door.

"Youquan, Miss." Pufferfish and Snake Lance immediately revealed themselves.

"Uncles, does A'Xue usually handle Heaven Dou's government affairs until so late?" Youquan asked with a frown.

The two exchanged a glance but chose to tell the truth. As elders, they felt heartache seeing Qian Renxue work so hard. If Youquan had a solution, that would be even better.

"Yes. In order to seize control of the Heaven Dou Empire as soon as possible, the Young Mistress always has very little time to rest. Not only does she have to handle government affairs, she also cannot neglect her cultivation. If not for the Fiery Sun Pills Miss Youquan has continually sent over, the Young Mistress would likely use even her last bit of rest time for cultivation so she would not fall behind," Stingray Douluo could not help but say.

Hearing Stingray Douluo's words, Youquan's eyes filled with heartache. She could not help but feel some resentment toward Pope Bibi Dong. If Bibi Dong had not forced Qian Renxue to carry out that so-called Usurpation Plan, why would Qian Renxue have to work so hard?

If Spirit Hall had been strong enough, combined with the prestige it had accumulated over the years, it could have launched a direct assault. Why did it have to send Spirit Hall's exceptionally gifted Young Mistress to carry out this so-called Usurpation Plan?

"Does A'Xue often get headaches?" Youquan's eyes were full of worry.

Snake Lance Douluo thought carefully before answering, "We do not know the specifics either. We only occasionally saw the Young Mistress frown or rub her temples. We originally thought she was troubled by government affairs and did not think much of it."

Hearing Snake Lance Douluo say this, Youquan could only sigh helplessly. "A'Xue has too much on her mind. With so much pressure and too little rest, no matter how high her cultivation is, she cannot withstand this kind of strain."

As she spoke, Youquan took several Jade Bottles from her Storage Ring. "Give these to A'Xue. No matter what, make sure she takes one every day. I left her a Heart Fire Seed to make cultivation easier for her. If A'Xue acts as she did before, refusing to take her Medicinal Pills and rest properly, send me word. I will come personally to keep watch over her."

"Alright." Stingray Douluo accepted the Jade Bottles and nodded solemnly. They were delighted that someone could finally keep the Young Mistress in check.

"I'm leaving. Once I finish my training, I'll come back to see her." Youquan reluctantly glanced at Qian Renxue, who was still asleep, before vanishing from the two men's sight.

"Have a safe journey, Miss Youquan," Snake Lance Douluo and Stingray Douluo said quietly.

"Uncles, come in and give me the things." A cool voice drifted out. Qian Renxue was now fully awake, sitting up against the bed and gazing at the place where Youquan had disappeared.

"Young Mistress." Stingray Douluo hurriedly handed the Jade Bottles to Qian Renxue.

"Don't tell her these things in the future. You're only making her worry for nothing." Looking at the Jade Bottles in her hand and thinking of Youquan's concern for her, Qian Renxue's lips unconsciously curved upward.

Stingray Douluo and Snake Lance Douluo merely withdrew respectfully, no longer disturbing Qian Renxue. However, they made no response to what she had said. Reports concerning the Young Mistress's health still had to be sent.

Outside Heaven Dou City.

Youquan arrived at a post station and was about to rent a carriage when she noticed someone at the counter. Looking closer, she saw a young girl about her own age.

Sunlight filtered through the intricately carved window lattice, falling across the girl's face and highlighting her skin, which was almost pale and translucent. Beneath her slender brows were a pair of bright, lively eyes, like green stones beneath autumn water—clear and deep, sparkling with curiosity about everything around her.

The girl's dark hair cascaded down like a waterfall, and she wore a short green dress. Its hem swayed lightly with her movements, revealing a wild yet elegant temperament. The fabric of her dress made it clear that her identity was far from ordinary; she seemed to be a cherished young lady from some great clan.

As she walked, her confident and graceful bearing drew every gaze around her. She did not deliberately flaunt her beauty, yet her naturally charming liveliness was like a flower blooming in spring, impossible not to stop and admire. In this simple post station, she seemed to stand within a painting, beautiful and elegant.

Youquan could not help feeling curious. Why would a pampered young lady from a noble family be here alone?

"Is this young lady here to rent a carriage as well?" A post station attendant stepped forward and asked politely.

"I need a carriage." Youquan withdrew her gaze.

"My deepest apologies, honored guest. Earlier, a group came by intending to leave the city and rented all our carriages. This is the only one left, and it was just returned by another guest, but this young lady has already rented it." The attendant explained apologetically.

Youquan could only sigh, lamenting her poor luck.

"Big Sister, where are you going?" The noble young lady Youquan had just been observing seemed to have heard the attendant's words and stepped forward to ask.

Youquan thought for a moment. She was planning to head south. Perhaps she might encounter the members of the Imperial Fighting Team, who were traveling about participating in spirit battles. She also wanted to prepare a Heartfire for Dugu Yan.

"I'm heading south," Youquan answered politely.

The noble young lady immediately showed a delighted expression and happily replied, "What a coincidence, Big Sister. I'm heading south too. Why don't we travel together? Then you won't need to go elsewhere to rent a carriage."

Youquan thought it over. The little girl before her was only a Soul Grandmaster and did not know her identity, so she probably had no ulterior motive. Youquan also did not want to spend the entire journey flying, so she readily agreed.

"That's wonderful! May I ask what your name is, Big Sister? I'm Ning Rongrong." The noble young lady introduced herself happily.

"Youquan."

"Then let's set off together." Ning Rongrong nodded and climbed into the carriage first.

After getting into the carriage, Youquan was somewhat curious why a young lady like Ning Rongrong, whose identity was clearly far from ordinary, was traveling alone. She spoke up to ask, "Miss Ning."

Ning Rongrong waved a hand, interrupting Youquan. "Miss Ning is far too formal. Just call me Rongrong."

Youquan no longer stood on ceremony and continued, "Rongrong, why did you come out alone? Didn't your family send anyone to protect you?"

"I sneaked out. The people my age in the sect never want to play with me, and those who do are insincere, deliberately trying to flatter me. I've had enough, so I secretly ran away. I want to find a suitable academy, gather a group of like-minded companions, form a team, and participate in the next Continental Advanced Academy Soul Master Tournament." When Ning Rongrong spoke of having no friends in the sect, her beautiful eyes were full of disappointment. But as she continued, her eyes sparkled brightly, filled with hope and anticipation.