Under the guards' respectful gazes, Xiao Yan strode calmly into the Crown Prince's Residence.
Once he entered, soft golden light spilled down around him, and the clamor of the streets seemed to have been shut out.
A mere few meters separated what felt like two entirely different worlds.
Expressionless, fully armed guards stood everywhere inside the Crown Prince's Residence. Swan insignias of the Imperial Family adorned their chests, clearly marking them as forces directly under the Heaven Dou Imperial Family.
As Xiao Yan entered the residence, he distinctly felt at least twenty sharp gazes sweep over every part of his body because of the Black Ruler on his back.
Only after a long while did those piercing, ruthless gazes slowly withdraw.
"Everyone here seems pretty strong." Xiao Yan sighed and collected himself. Just as he was about to ask a maid to notify Xue He, he heard crisp footsteps.
Click... click...
Lowering his gaze toward a corner of the hall, Xiao Yan saw a pair of golden boots. Their slightly pointed heels clicked against the polished floor, producing clear, pleasing sounds like a string of lovely musical notes.
His gaze rose slightly, and a pair of long, snow-white legs appeared in his view, quite a stirring sight.
Those legs look rather nice.
Though he offered that appraisal inwardly, Xiao Yan showed not the slightest hint of lust. A mild smile remained on his face.
With a hint of appreciation, his gaze gradually rose. A woman in golden clothing emerged from around the corner. Her outfit had few patterns or ornaments, its style simple and elegant. A high golden collar framed her slender, snow-white neck, while her long golden hair hung casually down her back.
At the sight of her beautiful face, Xiao Yan looked stunned and murmured, "There's a woman