The carriage's interior was plain but clean. Aside from the seats, there was only a small tea table, and Huo Yuhao felt no discomfort sitting inside.
Across from Huo Yuhao sat someone wearing a veil. Even after he took his seat, the person said nothing.
Huo Yuhao did not speak either. Instead, he directly activated Spiritual Sharing, linking his mind with the other person's.
"Long time no see, Your Highness Princess Xue Ke. How did you spot me this time?" Huo Yuhao asked within his Sea of Consciousness.
"You really are a busy man. You went away for so long before finally remembering to come back. Still, this ability of yours is certainly convenient. I don't think anyone can hear our conversation." Then Xue Ke poured Huo Yuhao a cup of tea.
Huo Yuhao glanced at the tea but did not drink it. Instead, he continued, "Your Highness, let's speak plainly. What exactly did you bring me here for?"
"When you're quiet, you look so aloof, like a young noble lady. Why are you so dull the moment you open your mouth? Couldn't you keep up the pleasantries for another couple of sentences? Besides, can't I simply want to chat with you?" Then Xue Ke took a sip of her own tea.
Huo Yuhao remained silent.
"I'll stop teasing you. I came to thank you. The Mystic Water Pill you gave me last time worked very well. The smell right after taking it was nauseating, but my cultivation has sped up considerably. Oh, did you broaden your horizons on this trip? Did you have fun?" Xue Ke asked, looking at Huo Yuhao.
Since their minds were linked, Huo Yuhao mentally sensed Xue Ke's Soul Power before saying, "You've reached rank thirty. When are you going to get a Soul Ring?