Qian Renxue's expression remained calm as she watched Xiao Yu descend from the air. Their eyes met, and for a moment, the silence was profound.
"Should I address you as Your Highness the Crown Prince, or something else—perhaps Saintess?"
Only after a long while did Xiao Yu speak, breaking the silence.
The moment those words left his mouth, Qian Renxue's pupils contracted sharply. She quickly composed herself and said, "I don't understand what you mean."
"There's no point talking like that, is there?"
Xiao Yu shrugged indifferently. "Martial Soul Resonance works both ways. What you can sense, I can sense as well. You can't hide it from me."
Qian Renxue's expression shifted slightly. Turning to the two men behind her, she said, "Serpent Spear Uncle, Pufferfish Uncle, go stand guard around the perimeter. Do not allow anyone to approach!"
Xiao Yu likewise spoke calmly. "Milo, Aiolia, you two keep watch outside as well!"
The four Titled Douluo obeyed, each taking up a position in one of the four directions. While watching for anyone approaching from outside, they remained wary of one another.
"Aren't you afraid I'll kill you?"
After the four left, Qian Renxue suddenly revealed an amused smile. "Let me tell you, my Soul Power is already close to rank sixty. Killing you would be effortless!"
"Since I dared to stay here, I naturally have a trump card to keep myself alive!"
Xiao Yu remained composed. "Besides, we're both smart people. What benefit would killing me bring you?"
Qian Renxue smiled faintly. "I could eliminate a potential powerful enemy. Isn't that benefit great enough?"
"Why are you so sure I'll be your future enemy rather than a powerful ally?"
Xiao Yu said blandly, "Don't forget, just a few days ago, I helped you fool Ning Fengzhi. If I had