Xue Qinghe led Lu Ning out of Shrek Academy.
There was not the slightest trace of haughtiness in his words.
Like an older brother, he introduced Lu Ning to the novel sights of Heaven Dou City, even sharing amusing tales from the streets.
When he saw Dugu Bo waiting specifically at the entrance, he did not forget to tease him.
"Xiao Ning."
"Your status is even more distinguished than mine now."
"Even I don't have a guardian, yet you already have a Titled Douluo as yours."
"And the renowned Poison Douluo, Senior Dugu, at that."
Lu Ning replied with a smile, "You jest, His Highness the Crown Prince."
"Senior Dugu is merely a friend of mine despite our difference in age. He hardly counts as a guardian."
As for Xue Qinghe's words...
Lu Ning did not believe even half a sentence.
How could he possibly have no guardian?
Someone might well have been lurking in some corner, merely staying out of sight upon seeing Dugu Bo and when he was meeting important figures. Besides, few people in Heaven Dou City could hurt him to begin with. As the bearer of the Angel Martial Soul, he was far stronger than others of his rank.
"I can still tell whether someone is a guardian."
"I really am curious, though."
"Xiao Ning, how did you persuade Senior Dugu to become your guardian?"
As Xue Qinghe spoke, his gaze settled on Dugu Bo. "As far as I know, both the Heaven Dou Imperial Family and Spirit Hall have invited Senior Dugu to become a guest elder more than once, but he politely declined them all."
"After all these years..."
"This is the first time I've heard of the Poison Douluo becoming anyone's guardian."
"If word got out, it would be no less than an