Chapter 2730: Xue Ye's Apprehension_1

Tang San pondered for a moment and nodded, "Alright, I promise not to spread it!"

Although he didn't know what it was about, without making such a promise, Princess Xue Ke would definitely not tell him!

Once she received his assurance, Princess Xue Ke took a deep breath, her voice tinged with a hint of grievance, "Actually... here's the thing!"

Then, she told him what had happened...

After Tang San heard the story, he suddenly had an epiphany...

"So that's how it is. You mean, because of Princess Xue Ke's identity, the Crown Prince doesn't want you to be in touch with Brother Sheng, right?"

Princess Xue Ke pursed her lips, "Yes... That's right, what should I do?"

Tang San's gaze was somewhat complex, "Do you really like Brother Sheng?"

He always felt that her interest wasn't truly in Xu Sheng as a person but in his appearance!

If it were the plain and unremarkable him, she probably wouldn't even spare a glance!

Hearing these words filled with doubt, Princess Xue Ke replied with utmost seriousness, "Of course! From the first moment I saw Xu Sheng, I fell in love with him, and he is the only one worthy of me!"

Tang San continued to probe, "Even if the Crown Prince is vehemently opposed?"

Without any hesitation, Princess Xue Ke answered, "Yes, even if my brother tells our father the emperor, my feelings will not change!"

Tang San sighed, "I see, I understand Princess Xue Ke's feelings for Brother Sheng are not a joke!"

As if understood by someone at last, Princess Xue Ke's face lit up with joy, "Really? You really understand? Then do you think Xu Sheng would like me?"

"Naturally, I am sure that with Princess Xue Ke's excellence, Brother Sheng wouldn't dislike you, it's just..."

Tang San paused after speaking, hesitant...

Princess Xue Ke, somewhat puzzled, asked, "Just what?"

Seeing her take the bait, he then coughed behind his hand, "You just don't really understand Brother Sheng, what kind of girl he likes, whether he prefers long or short hair, what he was like before..."

Her mood lifted, Princess Xue Ke quickly said, "That's right, Tang San, weren't you and Xu Sheng from the same village before? Then you must know these things, right?"

Tang San affirmed, "Of course, I understand Brother Sheng very well."

Princess Xue Ke immediately grabbed his arm, eager, "Then stop beating around the bush and tell me all about Xu Sheng!"

Tang San feigned contemplation, "I could tell, but..."

Seeing through his intentions, she spoke again, "Tang San, you want a favor in return, don't you? I can grant you anything that's within my power!"

Not wanting her to misunderstand, Tang San still explained, "It's not that I want something specific, I just hope that when Princess Xue Ke goes to the Tiandou Empire Palace, you can bring me along!"

He couldn't enter the Tiandou Empire Palace on his own, but if he could use Princess Xue Ke, maybe he wouldn't have to trouble his aunt!

Princess Xue Ke hesitated for a moment but then made her stance clear, "That... is a deal! You tell me all about Xu Sheng, and I will take you into the Tiandou Empire Palace!"

After all, it was just on the way, and not difficult at all!

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At this moment!

Inside the grand hall...

Xue Ye was discussing something with the ministers below when suddenly, a soldier burst in...

With a face full of respect, he bowed and said, "Your Majesty the Emperor, the Crown Prince requests an audience!"

Xue Ye raised an eyebrow, surprised, "Qing He? What brings him here?"

However, he quickly commanded, "Let him in!"

Following the soldier's departure, Qing He stepped forward into the hall...

With a slight bow, he said softly, "Qing He offers his respects to father the emperor!"

This scene garnered widespread admiration from the surrounding ministers...

"The Crown Prince indeed possesses outstanding talents, truly a child His Majesty the Emperor values!"

"Indeed, though he is not yet ten years old, his demeanor far surpasses his peers!"

"Not only that, I've heard that the Crown Prince has an exceptional gift for cultivating his Martial Soul, having broken through several levels in just a few days!"

These words brought great satisfaction to Xue Ye, who, as emperor, found his mood softened considerably...

"Qing He, there is no need for such formality!"

"Thank you, Father Emperor!"

Hearing this, Xue Qinghe straightened his chest and looked towards the former with neither arrogance nor servility...

Xue Ye spoke again, "Qing He? Do you have matters to discuss with Us?"

Xue Qinghe nodded affirmatively, "Yes, Father Emperor, Qing He indeed has matters to discuss with you, pertaining to Xu Sheng!"

The other ministers, however, showed puzzled expressions...

"Xu Sheng? Which Xu Sheng are they talking about??"

"Who is this? Is he famous? Why have I never heard of him?"

"It's nothing to concern ourselves with, just a child who was saved by chance by the Crown Prince and is said to have stayed in the imperial palace to serve as a servant!"

"I see, but this Xu Sheng is merely a servant and yet he has attracted His Majesty the Emperor's attention!"

Xue Ye suddenly cast a cold look their way, silencing them instantly...

The leading minister wiped his forehead and said with an awkward laugh, "Well then, since the Crown Prince has matters to discuss with His Majesty the Emperor, we shall take our leave!"

Xue Ye pursed his lips, evidently giving his silent consent...

Seeing this, the ministers promptly exited the grand hall...

Once only the two of them were left, Xue Qinghe spoke, "Father Emperor, regarding the message you instructed me to pass on, I have already told him, and Xu Sheng is very willing to meet with you!"

Xue Ye appeared satisfied with this response, "Hmm, that is very good!"

However, he quickly changed the subject, "But, Qing He, about recruiting him covertly..."

Xue Qinghe showed no emotion and respectfully said, "Qing He has followed your instructions to recruit him covertly. While I can't guarantee Xu Sheng will agree, so far he seems to have a very favorable impression of the Tiandou Empire!"

Xue Ye breathed a sigh of relief, "Hmm, but be careful not to appear too deliberate!"

"In the future, when you inherit the throne, you will undoubtedly face immense pressure. If you can deepen your relationship with Xu Sheng, he will surely be able to provide a helping hand in the future!"

Since his last conversation with Xu Sheng, he knew he couldn't recruit him on his own, but with Xue Qinghe, it indeed had a certain effect!!

Xue Qinghe showed a humble expression, "Qing He understands. With Xu Sheng's talents, he will definitely become a powerful Soul Master, even reaching the Ultimate Douluo Level!"

"It will be of great help in solidifying the Tiandou Empire's foundation!!"

Following this, Xue Ye's gaze grew profound, "Besides, there is another matter that concerns me..."

"Please speak, Father Emperor!"

The former's tone grew grave, "That is the matter of Martial Soul Hall! The number of Soul Masters who have joined Martial Soul Hall has now accounted for half of those across the entire continent, and it will likely increase even more in the future!"

"Although they have not shown any ambition as of now, that does not mean they won't have other ideas once they have the confidence in the future!"

Xue Qinghe's pupils constricted, clearly not expecting Xue Ye to start worrying about Martial Soul Hall from this point onwards!

He immediately said, "Qing He actually thinks the Father Emperor is overly concerned. No matter what, Martial Soul Hall is nothing more than a motley crew and not a threat to our Tiandou Empire!"

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