Chapter 3120: Sowing Discord_1

However, the elder who had been following behind him suddenly reminded, "Crown Prince, although you are the prince most valued by Emperor Xue Ye, you should not instigate a rift between Her Royal Highness the Princess and Lord Xue Beng."

He had protected the royal household for countless years, and what he detested the most was the strife among princes!

Now that such a situation was unfolding before his eyes, he naturally could not ignore it!

Hearing this, Xue Qinghe glanced sideways at the former and calmly explained, "Senior must have misunderstood, I am not trying to cause discord between Xue Ke and Xue Beng. It is just that, the latter's reputation at Heaven Dou Royal Academy is so bad that if she associates with him, I fear it will have a negative influence on Xue Ke!"

"Moreover, Xue Ke has said before that even father emperor does not wish for her to associate with Xue Beng!"

The elder's gaze turned slightly colder. "Is that so? Truly a child with a glib tongue. However, you know very well what you're really thinking!"

No wonder Emperor Xue Ye had chosen him to be the next emperor to cultivate.

The abilities he had shown in various areas were simply worlds apart from the other princes!!

However, he didn't like children who were too clever!!

Faced with such sarcasm, Xue Qinghe still did not get angry, but instead chuckled lightly…

"Senior might have many misconceptions about me, but it doesn't matter. I will prove myself with my actions in the future," he said.

The elder pursed his lips. "Prove by actions? Good, I would really like to find out what kind of person you truly are!"

It was only when she heard their conversation that Xue Ke realized there was an elder standing behind Xue Qinghe, and she asked cautiously, "Brother… Brother, who is this??"

She had just been talking to her brother for so long and had completely failed to notice his presence!

His identity must be no simple matter!

Xue Qinghe came back to his senses and explained to her, "I almost forgot to introduce him to you, Xue Ke. This senior was specially sent by father emperor to protect me personally, a powerhouse of Title Douluo level!"

Xue Ke's eyes widened in surprise. "What? A powerhouse of Title Douluo level!"

Then, she quickly bowed with her fists clenched. "Senior, I did not realize your presence earlier, please forgive me!"

The elder stroked his beard, his tone softening slightly, "There's no need for formalities, Your Royal Highness the Princess. Just pretend I do not exist!"

Little did he know, even this change in his tone did not escape Xue Qinghe's notice...

"Is it my imagination? I always felt this senior's attitude towards me and Xue Ke was starkly different!"

But upon closer thought, he roughly understood why!

Looking back at Xue Ke, seeing that the elder showed no displeasure, she quietly breathed a sigh of relief...

She had heard that title Douluo of this caliber uphold a high level of self-esteem, and one could easily offend them if careless with words!

Fortunately, the situation did not develop in that direction!

With this in mind, she turned her gaze back to Xue Qinghe and changed the subject, "Brother, you said you came specifically to find me, may I know what for?"

Xue Qinghe nodded. "That's right, I have some questions, and I would like to ask you!"

Xue Ke saw no reason to refuse, continuing, "Please ask, brother. If I know, I will not hide anything."

Just a few questions shouldn't take too much time!

Nevertheless, Xue Qinghe looked around at the students and suggested, "Xue Ke, this place is too noisy. Let's find a quiet place to talk!"

His visit to Heaven Dou Royal Academy was not truly for Xue Ke but for another purpose!!

However, to avoid suspicion from the elder behind him, he had to continue the act!!

Xue Ke, though puzzled, still echoed, "Brother, I just know a place that is very quiet, and likely no one will disturb us!"

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Looking at Xue Beng who appeared before him, Xue Xing felt somewhat of a headache as he rubbed his forehead...…

"Xue Beng, why have you come again? Haven't I already said? The Heaven Dou Royal Academy is now teeming with people; don't come to find me alone unless it's something important!"

Originally, Emperor Xue Ye had already planted numerous spies within the academy to keep watch over him, and with the princes having entered the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, the situation was extremely precarious!

Any slight move in the shadows was likely to be discovered!

Xue Beng, somewhat embarrassed, scratched his head, "Uncle, don't worry. I made sure no one was following me before coming to see you!"

After all, how could there be a problem in meeting his own uncle alone when he himself was a prince?

Xue Xing sighed and said somewhat helplessly, "Ah, what am I to do with you!"

However, Du Gu Bo interrupted, "Prince Xue Xing, you should still listen to what Lord Xue Beng has to say!"

Xue Xing took a deep breath, propped his chin and inquired, "Xue Beng, did you hear what Poison Douluo said? What brings you to me?"

Xue Beng replied truthfully, "Uncle, the thing is, I just now, I met my sister!"

Xue Xing was taken aback, "Your sister?? Oh… Xue Ke, she entered the Heaven Dou Royal Academy a few days ago; meeting her isn't strange!"

Seeing Xue Xing's reaction, Xue Beng continued, "Is...is that so? But I took the initiative to talk to her!"

"It seems she didn't shun me despite my poor reputation and was even willing to communicate with me…"

No sooner had he finished speaking than Xue Xing's eyes became grave, and his tone grew heavier...

"You initiated contact with Xue Ke? What did you say to her? Did you reveal anything about yourself?"

Sensing something was amiss, Xue Beng hurriedly waved his hands and denied, "No… no, don't worry, uncle. I just had a simple conversation with Xue Ke and said nothing else!"

Only then did Xue Xing breathe a sigh of relief, patting his chest, "That's good. If you accidentally expose the fact that you're intentionally hiding your talent, it could spell trouble!"

Xue Beng furrowed his brows, "Uncle, it couldn't possibly come to that, could it? Xue Ke is pure-hearted; she wouldn't do anything to me!"

Just as Xue Xing was about to say something, Du Gu Bo gave a cold shout, "Prince Xue Xing certainly knows of Xue Ke's pure-heartedness, but be clear about one thing, her relationship with the Crown Prince is also very intimate. If she notices anything peculiar about Lord Xue Beng, she is likely to tell the other party without hesitation!"

"If the Crown Prince is indeed a spy, the worst outcome would be... Lord Xue Beng, you might end up with no place to bury your body!"

Hearing this, the slow-to-react Xue Beng felt a chill running down his back, with cold sweat dripping down from the tip of his nose…

"This… I was rash and did not consider this!"

Damn it, what have I done!

By making contact with Xue Ke on his own initiative, wasn't he practically placing himself right before Qing He?

Xue Xing's eyes narrowed as he glared at him with a gloomy gaze, "Xue Beng, I'll remind you one last time, if you want to survive, you must conceal your talent and deceive everyone!!"

"Otherwise, the fourth prince will be your fate!"

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