Inside the ornately decorated carriage, Gu Yuena sat quietly cross-legged.
She wore a pale purple dress, the hem embroidered with exquisite patterns that shimmered with a faint light.
Her eyes were closed, and a soft silver glow emanated from her, as she immersed herself in cultivation.
A tranquil and mysterious atmosphere filled the carriage.
Suddenly, as if sensing something, Gu Yuena abruptly opened her eyes.
A sharp light instantly flashed in her eyes, seemingly able to pierce through everything.
She eagerly cast her gaze out the window, her heart filled with a mixture of anticipation and nervousness.
However, when her gaze swept over the crowds and scenery outside, she was ultimately disappointed.
There was no familiar figure, no one she had longed to see.
A trace of desolation flashed in her eyes, and the flame of hope that had just been ignited was instantly extinguished.
She had actually sensed Qian Renshang's aura just now… but it seemed to be an illusion.
"I must be missing that little one too much,"
Gu Yuena sighed softly, closing her eyes again to try and calm her inner turmoil. But her slightly trembling eyelashes betrayed her restless state of mind.
Crown Prince Xue Qinghe, also known as Qian Renxue, who had been sitting leisurely nearby, looked at Gu Yuena's actions with surprise.
He turned his head, his eyes filled with doubt, and asked with concern, "What's wrong?"
Gu Yuena gently shook her head, her expression returning to calm, and said lightly, "Nothing."
Qian Renxue frowned, clearly not believing her, but seeing that Gu Yuena was unwilling to elaborate, he didn't press further, only secretly wondering what could have caused such a reaction from the usually composed Gu Yuena.
Gu Yuena was somewhat agitated. For days, she had been trapped in the Heavenly Dou Imperial Palace.
The so-called Emperor of the Heavenly Dou Empire, for some unknown reason, had given her exceptionally good treatment.
The expressions on everyone's faces in the palace held a hint of amusement, making her extremely uncomfortable.
Especially the Crown Prince, Xue Qinghe, who was being almost excessively kind to her.
She had originally wanted Xue Qinghe to help her find Qian Renshang, but he kept dragging his feet.
Finally, a few days ago, she couldn't take it anymore and shouted at Xue Qinghe, "You must help me find my friend immediately!
I can't stand this waiting any longer!"
Seeing her determination, Qian Renshang finally agreed, but with the condition that she accompany him to dinner that evening.
Gu Yuena bit her lip, unwilling but reluctant to agree in order to find Qian Renshang as soon as possible.
Qian Renxue's gaze fell on Gu Yuena, his lips unconsciously curving upwards, a hint of smugness in his heart.
He had been doing everything he could to be good to Gu Yuena these past few days, and he figured she liked him quite a bit.
Perhaps soon he could successfully recruit her.
As for helping find the person, he secretly hoped to delay it a little longer.
If he found the person too quickly, and Gu Yuena left after achieving her goal, all his efforts would be in vain.
Therefore, he had deliberately brought Gu Yuena to the most luxurious Tiandou Hotel for dinner today; he thought it was a brilliant move.
Such a luxurious environment and exquisite food would surely win him even more favor.
Thinking this, Xue Qinghe's eyes shone with a determined light.
Thump!
The carriage came to a smooth stop in front of the Tiandou Hotel, and Xue Qinghe stepped down gracefully.
He was tall and imposing, like a jade tree in the wind.
His features were exquisitely sculpted, with strong and distinct lines.
His sword-like eyebrows slanted upwards, and his long, narrow phoenix eyes were slightly upturned, the corners carrying a hint of allure.
His deep eyes were like a still pool, captivating and mesmerizing.
Below his high, straight nose, his thin lips were slightly pursed, outlining a confident curve.
He wore a magnificent brocade robe, which further accentuated his noble and extraordinary bearing.
Following him, Gu Yuena also gracefully stepped down from the carriage.
Her skin was as white as snow, as smooth and delicate as mutton-fat jade, radiating a faint glow in the moonlight.
Her eyebrows were like distant mountains, slender and graceful, seemingly containing endless tenderness.
Her beautiful eyes were like autumn water, clear and bright, captivating the soul with every glance.
Her nose was straight and delicate, her lips naturally red, and a faint smile played at the corners of her mouth, making her appear as gentle as a spring breeze.
Her long silver hair cascaded casually down her back, a few strands dancing lightly in the wind, adding to her lively and alluring charm.
Xue Qinghe's outstanding appearance and noble status instantly excited those around her, and Gu Yuena's stunning beauty upon alighting from the carriage also stirred excitement among the crowd.
"Tonight we've seen so many beautiful women, what a feast for the eyes!"
"I wonder what day it is today... His Highness the Crown Prince is here too, and that silver-haired girl next to him is so beautiful!"
"Indeed, I've never seen such a beautiful girl before, she's like a fairy... Could she be the Crown Princess?"
someone couldn't help but cheer.
The Tian Dou Hotel was certainly bustling today.
Gu Yuena ignored the crowd's reactions, her expression aloof as she followed Qian Renxue into the hotel.
Qian Renxue, on the other hand, smiled calmly, accepting the attention, her heart filled with self-satisfaction.
Heh... women must all love this kind of scene where everyone is the center of attention!
"Give me another week... I should be able to make Gu Yuena completely devoted to me.
This girl's talent is truly amazing, she must be used by me."
Qian Renxue felt a surge of excitement, and soon he and Gu Yuena entered the hotel together.
The appearance of the two caused another sensation in the hotel, and just then, Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling finally completed their breakthroughs.
They had just broken through to level 40 soul power using the Spring of Life, and were only one level away from absorbing their fourth soul ring to become a 4-ring Soul Master!
"The power of this Spring of Life is too strong... Brother Gu is so kind to us, willing to give us something like this."
"Indeed, I don't know how to repay him."
The two women were deeply moved, their goodwill towards Qian Renshang growing even stronger.
With so much Spring of Life, they could even cultivate to the fifth ring Soul King or even Soul Emperor level without any problem; it was truly invaluable.
"Mother Spring of Life?"
Gu Yuena, on the other side, heard the two women's conversation, and her brows furrowed slightly.
"The Mother Spring of Life can actually be exposed?
What did Biji and the others do...?
This is a strategic resource of the Star Dou Great Forest."
Gu Yuena was somewhat annoyed, and at the same time felt that these humans were too greedy, wondering what methods they had used to obtain the Mother Spring of Life!
The number of Mother Springs of Life was limited!
(End of Chapter)
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