Huang Xiao was not particularly surprised, since he had already learned from Liaochen that Bai Tianqi's martial power had advanced greatly. Qingfeng was different, however. He had always believed Bai Tianqi was dead, so he was utterly shocked. Of course, he also believed it was true; after all, the news had come from Yan Zhong.
"Princess, would you please return to the palace?" Although Yan Zhong phrased it as a question, his tone was rather firm.
"Lord Yan, the Princess has yet to find her destined opportunity. How can we give up halfway?" Lü Ling said with some disapproval.
"The situation here has grown too complicated lately. Many experts have gathered, and I cannot easily protect the Princess on my own," Yan Zhong said bluntly. If he had been confident of keeping Zhao Yunhui safe, he certainly would not have urged her to return to the capital so hastily. But now, with the emergence of the Heavenly Demon Canon, the situation had become murky and unpredictable. Even he dared not claim he could guarantee the Princess's safety.
"We'll do as you suggest, Uncle Yan. We'll set off for the capital tomorrow," Zhao Yunhui said.
"Princess?" Lü Ling was rather surprised. She knew very well that the Princess had come out with great hopes of finding her destined opportunity. Returning now, without having found it, was quite unexpected.
Not only Lü Ling, but Yan Zhong was also somewhat surprised. He had thought it would take considerable effort to persuade the Princess to return to the capital. He had never expected her to agree as soon as he spoke.
A thought suddenly stirred in Yan Zhong's mind, and he asked with delighted surprise, "Princess, could it be...?"
"Yes, I've found my great destined opportunity!" Zhao Yunhui nodded without concealing it.
"Really? Congratulations,