Chapter 3028: Negotiation_1

Xue Ke's expression faltered slightly, yet with a hint of reluctance she said, "Brother, you actually know where Xu Sheng is, don't you?"

Her heart was relentlessly conveying an obsession, that was that Qing He must know the whereabouts of Xu Sheng!

Even though there was no evidence whatsoever!

Qing He's eyes clearly showed some changes, "Xue Ke, why would you think that?"

He had thought that over this period of time, the impression of Xu Sheng in Xue Ke's heart should have faded; it seemed he had underestimated her…

Xue Ke shook her head, "I... I don't know either, I just have this feeling."

"If brother, you know, please tell me!"

Her eyes twinkled as she was filled with expectation…

For some reason, Qing He felt a very unpleasant emotion rising in his heart…

He denied it again, "Sorry, Xue Ke, even if you say that, I really don't know where Xu Sheng has gone. He didn't reveal any information when he left."

Upon hearing these words, Xue Ke stared intently at him for tens of seconds, and only after failing to discern anything unusual did she finally sigh, "I see, so brother really doesn't know!"

If she asked any further, it would simply be too impolite!

Qing He stood up, walked over to her, and patted her shoulder, soothingly saying, "Xue Ke, I think you should forget about Xu Sheng. Whether he will return to the Tiandou Empire is uncertain."

"If you hold onto hope, you'll only end up more disappointed in the future!"

Xue Ke pursed her lips and nodded, "Thank you, brother, but I still believe Xu Sheng will come back!"

After all, he was the man she had taken a fancy to at first sight, and she didn't want to give up just like that!!

Qing He did not dwell on it and once again inquired, "Xue Ke, I am going to visit the Heaven Dou Royal Academy next. Do you want to come with me?"

She wanted to personally investigate the situation at the Royal Academy!!

Xue Ke's dejected demeanor instantly changed as she promptly stood up, "Really? I want to go too!"

This was the first time he had taken her along!!

Qing He responded with a tender smile, "Mmm, then let's go now while there's still time."

The reason he took Xue Ke with him was that the Royal Academy was under Xue Xing's control!

Going there alone would easily arouse suspicion!

However, if Xue Ke accompanied him, even if there were any tricks up his sleeve, they wouldn't be easily deployed!!

…

Heaven Dou Royal Academy!

Only to see Du Gu Bo with his hands behind his back, his gaze fixed on Qin Ming before him, and with a somewhat interrogative tone he asked, "Teacher Qin, you specifically had Yan Zi call me here; is there something you need?"

He was quite surprised that Qin Ming would take the initiative to invite him!

This terrifying sense of oppression made Qin Ming's forehead break out in a few beads of cold sweat, but fortunately, he managed to suppress it…

He took a deep breath, gathered his courage, and bravely spoke, "Senior Douluo of Poison, I had Yan Zi invite you here because there is something I want to ask about."

Du Gu Bo raised his eyebrows, "Oh? Does this matter concern Yan Zi? If not, I don't wish to answer you!"

He didn't want to discuss meaningless matters!

Qin Ming's expression became serious as he earnestly replied, "Senior Douluo of Poison, this matter has a great deal to do with Yan Zi!"

Seeing such a drastic change in Qin Ming's attitude, Du Gu Bo's tone also softened slightly…

"Alright then, may I know what it is that Teacher Qin wishes to ask?"

Since it concerned Yan Zi, he could give Qin Ming a little bit of his time!

Qin Ming looked relieved and hurriedly explained, "It's like this, you and Yan Zi must have gone to Martial Soul City some time ago, right?"

Du Gu Bo nodded without denying, "Mmm, indeed, what's it got to do with that?"

Teacher Qin continued, "Since Yan Zi returned, she has become somewhat listless in her cultivation, showing a great level of neglect."

"Not only that, but she has also been very cold towards her companions, and even Tian Heng is no exception!"

"So, I suspect that something must have happened in Martial Soul City to cause such a drastic change!"

At these words, Du Gu Bo narrowed his eyes...

Cold towards that kid named Yu Tianheng?

This was somewhat unexpected!

Because he distinctly remembered that Yan Zi was very fond of him!

"Teacher Qin, are you speaking the truth??"

Teacher Qin clasped his fists and said, "Senior Douluo of Poison, my words are nothing but the truth!"

"If this continues, Yan Zi's soul power rank will gradually fall behind, and she might even be kicked out of the team!"

Receiving such a definite response, Du Gu Bo closed his eyes, starting to recall in his sea of knowledge...

And Teacher Qin, being very tactful, did not disturb him, quietly waiting...

Suddenly, Du Gu Bo opened his eyes wide and exclaimed, "Could it be because of that guy??"

"Senior Douluo of Poison, who is that guy you are referring to?"

Du Gu Bo said in a serious tone, "It's one of the members of the Spirit Hall Golden Generation!"

Teacher Qin stroked his chin, analyzing, "So, you're saying that the reason Yan Zi is like this is because she encountered the might of the Spirit Hall Golden Generation and was struck by it??"

To describe her as being utterly disheartened would be most fitting!

Du Gu Bo denied this, "No, that's not the reason!"

I'm afraid, it's because Yan Zi has been bewitched by that kid named Xu Sheng!!

Otherwise, how could she possibly not be interested in Yu Tianheng!!

Teacher Qin, quite puzzled, pressed further, "Senior Douluo of Poison, could you please explain in detail?"

Could there be another reason?

Du Gu Bo showed no intention of explaining and waved his hand, "You don't need to know about this matter. I will talk to Yan Zi personally later; I'm sure it's not a big problem!"

Hearing this, Teacher Qin once again spoke with a respectful tone, "If that's the case, then I leave it in the hands of Senior Douluo of Poison."

Du Gu Bo coldly "hmphed," "Yan Zi is my granddaughter, even if you didn't mention it, I would still do the same!!"

Teacher Qin did not argue, but instead conceded to his wishes, "Of course, but Yan Zi is also my student. If she has any issues, I share some of the responsibility!"

Du Gu Bo gave him a deep look, then turned and left...

This Teacher Qin, he's not bad!

At least, he's not perfunctory with his students, which is a big difference compared to the other teachers at Heaven Dou Royal Academy!

It wasn't until he had completely vanished from sight that Teacher Qin finally let out a sigh...

Being alone with such a powerful person brought on immense psychological pressure!

Nevertheless, the good thing was that both of them were deeply concerned about Dugu Yan, which was a point of common ground!

Yu Tianheng, who had been hiding in the dark, stepped forward and asked, "Teacher Qin, what did Senior Dougu say?"

Teacher Qin did not conceal anything and replied truthfully, "He said he would personally talk to Yan Zi about it. I believe there should be some effect!"

If even that doesn't work, then there's nothing else we can do!

Yu Tianheng bowed his head, murmuring, "Is that so? That's good!"

Let's hope that the persuasion of Senior Dougu is effective...