Chapter 56: Dugu Bo: Why Should I Believe You?
About ten minutes later.
Tang Chuan was led into a spacious and bright reception hall.
This reception hall was about a hundred square meters, with the floor paved with whole pieces of celadon jade, smooth as a mirror. Four hollowed-out screens carved from fragrant wood were placed in the corners, and the furnishings within the hall were simple yet exuded a royal grandeur.
"Esteemed guest, please wait. His Royal Highness, the Crown Prince, will arrive shortly." The guard led Tang Chuan into the hall, then turned, bowed respectfully, and said in a clear voice.
With that, he bowed slightly, exited the reception hall, and gently closed the door.
After a quick glance around, Tang Chuan casually found a chair and sat down, his eyes slightly lowered. A moment later, he heard steady, unhurried footsteps from outside the door.
The door was gently pushed open, and sunlight streamed in as a young woman slowly walked in.
The newcomer wore a golden-edged brocade robe, her golden short hair tied back, with handsome features and a gentle, jade-like demeanor. It was Qian Renxue, disguised as Xue Qinghe.
"Brother Tang, long time no see? I apologize for making you wait."
Qian Renxue spoke with a smile, walking into the hall, her gaze falling on Tang Chuan. A subtle glint flashed in her eyes.
"Brother Xue, long time no see." Tang Chuan immediately rose when he saw Qian Renxue walk in, cupped his hands slightly, and said with a respectful yet natural expression.
Qian Renxue smiled gently, waved her hand slightly, and said softly, "Brother Tang, there's no need for such formality. We don't need to be so reserved between us."
As she spoke, she slowly walked to the main seat and sat down, her gaze on Tang Chuan, her tone tinged with curiosity: "However, Brother Tang, how did you know that I am the Crown Prince of the Heaven Dou Empire?"
Hearing this, Tang Chuan's lips curved slightly, and he explained with a smile:
"This is not a difficult matter at all. When I enrolled, I often heard Teacher Sun Buyu mention the word 'Your Highness' multiple times. In this Heaven Dou Empire, there are only two people respectfully referred to as 'Your Highness': one is Xue Beng, whom I beat on my first day of enrollment."
As he spoke, a smile touched the corner of his eye, and his tone carried a hint of playfulness.
"Then the identity of the other person is naturally not hard to guess."
Hearing this, Qian Renxue's expression was slightly startled, then she laughed heartily, clapped her hands, and praised, "What a Brother Tang, truly quick-witted and observant."
"However, you didn't come here today just to reminisce with me, did you? I wonder, Brother Tang, what is the purpose of your visit?"
"Actually, it's nothing major. It's just that I've recently developed some interest in pharmacology. As you know, my Spirit is Blue Silver Grass, and I possess a certain healing ability. I thought I'd try to combine this healing with pharmacology." Tang Chuan smiled slightly, making up a story.
"But unfortunately, I know too little about the medicinal herbs on the continent, especially some Heaven and Earth Treasures, which I only half understand. And I've searched through all the books in the academy's library but haven't found a single book that systematically records this kind of content. So I thought, Brother Xue, you are widely experienced and have a rich collection of books, so perhaps I could ask you for a medicinal record about Heaven and Earth Treasures to look at."
Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue frowned slightly, a hint of doubt flashing in her eyes.
"Suddenly studying pharmacology? And wanting to read books about Heaven and Earth Treasures…"
Qian Renxue couldn't help but ponder, her intuition telling her that Tang Chuan was probably not just simply interested in learning medicine.
However, she showed no expression on her face; instead, she nodded slightly and replied in a gentle tone:
"So it was this matter. Brother Tang truly possesses an extraordinary Heart-Nature, not merely confined to Cultivating his Spirit, but instead considering how to broaden the potential of his own Spirit. I am impressed."
At this point, Qian Renxue paused, a hint of regret in her tone:
"However… you really asked at an opportune time. Although I have many books, I don't currently have any books specifically detailing Heaven and Earth Treasures. But if you truly need it, I can send someone to help you look for it. As long as it exists, I will definitely find a way to get it for you, then send someone to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy to deliver it to your hands. How about that?"
"Then many thanks, Brother Xue." Hearing Qian Renxue say this, a hint of joy immediately flashed in Tang Chuan's eyes, and he then stood up and cupped his hands.
His purpose in coming here was to bet that Qian Renxue would definitely have a way. With the foundation of Spirit Hall, how could they not find books about Heaven and Earth Treasures?
Even if Spirit Hall truly didn't have any, wasn't there still Yue Douluo?
He absolutely had books about Heaven and Earth Treasures.
"No need to thank me; saying thank you between us is too formal." Qian Renxue waved her hand.
Just then, Tang Chuan lightly stroked his Soul Tool, and with a flash of light, he took out an exquisite pale golden brocade box.
"Hmm? What is this?"
Seeing this, Qian Renxue raised an eyebrow slightly, showing some confusion, and asked.
Tang Chuan handed over the brocade box, laughing in a relaxed tone:
"These are dried rabbit meat I made myself. You said before in the Star Dou Great Forest that my roasted rabbit meat was good. I thought, since I'm coming to ask you for a favor this time, I couldn't come empty-handed, so I made some new snacks for you to try."
"Dried rabbit meat?"
Taking the brocade box with some surprise, Qian Renxue gently lifted the lid, and a fragrant aroma wafted out. Inside, neatly arranged, were dark brown pieces of dried meat, each meticulously cut and subtly glistening with oil.
"Brother Tang, I didn't expect you to have such a soft spot for rabbit meat." Qian Renxue's lips curved slightly as she picked up a piece of dried rabbit meat and teased.
"If you don't like it, I'll switch to roasted chicken next time." Tang Chuan said with a faint smile.
"Like it, why wouldn't I like it?"
Qian Renxue chuckled, picked up a piece, and slowly chewed it. Immediately, a tender and mellow flavor spread between her lips and teeth. The meat was firm and not dry, fragrant but not greasy, leaving a lingering taste in her mouth.
"Hmm? The taste is really good. Your craftsmanship is wasted on being a Spirit Master; becoming a chef would be most promising."
"A Spirit Master also has to eat; only with a full stomach can one fight." Tang Chuan spread his hands, saying with a serious expression, "Don't you agree? Hahaha."
Immediately after, the two of them sipped tea and chatted idly, the atmosphere relaxed and natural, filled with laughter.
...
Half an hour later.
Tang Chuan slowly walked out of the Crown Prince's mansion, his face calm, his steps steady, and he departed directly.
Meanwhile, in the reception hall of the Crown Prince's mansion, Qian Renxue sat alone in the main seat, lightly stroking a teacup, her gaze fixed on the tea, seemingly lost in thought.
A moment later, a golden light flickered slightly before her, followed by the sudden appearance of a man in a golden robe, holding a spear. It was Snake Lance Douluo.
"Young Lord." Snake Lance Douluo knelt on one knee and said respectfully.
Qian Renxue slightly raised her eyes and said faintly, "Go back to Spirit City and find Elder Yue Guan. Tell him I need to borrow his Immortal Herb Record."
"Understood, Your Highness." Hearing this, Snake Lance Douluo was slightly startled, as if he wanted to say something, but in the end, he just nodded silently and said.
As his words fell.
Snake Lance Douluo's figure flickered, like a golden streak, and in an instant, he disappeared from his spot.
...…
At the same time, on the other side.
Tang Chuan was walking back to Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
The sky was slightly late, and pedestrians on the street were sparse.
He chose a secluded path leading to the back gate of the academy.
This path was flanked by high walls on both sides, with dense vegetation and dim light. Occasionally, a breeze would pass through the branches and leaves, creating a rustling sound.
Suddenly, Tang Chuan's steps halted, his body subtly trembled, and he felt an inexplicable chill rise from the soles of his feet, spreading up his spine, making him shiver involuntarily.
"It's summer now, why would I feel cold?"
"No, someone's here?"
Frowning slightly, Tang Chuan looked around. The path remained silent, but the air inexplicably carried a coldness and a sense of oppression, as if something was secretly watching.
And it was at this moment.
Tang Chuan suddenly noticed that about ten meters ahead of him.
A person was standing there—an old man in a green robe. His eyes were as cold as a venomous snake, making it difficult to look directly at him.
Seeing the newcomer, Tang Chuan's expression tensed, and he thought to himself, "Dugu Bo?! Why would he suddenly come looking for me? Haven't I even been to the Yin Yang Ice and Fire Eyes yet?"
And the next moment, before he could think further, Dugu Bo's cold and deep voice already rang out: "Boy, are you the one who told my granddaughter you could cure the poison in her body?"
"Yes, Senior, this Junior did indeed say that…" Hearing this, Tang Chuan did not panic, he nodded gently and cupped his hands slightly.
However, he had not finished speaking.
With a flash of green light, Dugu Bo appeared before Tang Chuan like a ghost.
The next second, a terrifying spirit power pressure emanated from Dugu Bo's body and then crashed down, sweeping towards Tang Chuan like Mount Tai pressing down, causing the space to momentarily stagnate.
Immediately, Tang Chuan felt his internal organs violently shake, as if struck by a heavy hammer. His knees went weak, and he nearly knelt down, finding it extremely difficult to even speak.
"You have a close relationship with Crown Prince Xue Qinghe, and I am a guest of Prince Xue Xing." Dugu Bo's snake-like eyes stared fixedly at Tang Chuan, his voice cold, deep, and bone-chilling: "Tell me, why should I believe you're not trying to harm my granddaughter?"
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