Chapter 48

"Ding!"

A metallic sound rang out as Dream Machine weakly lifted his head to see. He found the dagger lying nearby and crawled towards it, picking it up with a relieved smile. Then, he wiped his neck and collapsed.

The scent of blood stimulated the other two, as Smart Forest and Vice President Bai climbed onto Dream Machine's body. They then began fighting over the dagger, eventually turning into a pile of flesh in their respective attacks.

Watching the nauseating scene, Ye Chen couldn't help but shake his head while covering his nose. He then picked up his precious bundle and disappeared into the underground of the imperial city.

Above Tian Dou City, the four super Douluo didn't make a move.

Judo Luo smiled charmingly, "Let's wait for His Holiness to come in person." With that, he and Ghost Douluo flew back to the villa courtyard of Tian Dou Royal Academy.

They calculated that if they couldn't find Ye Chen again, even if they couldn't exterminate the royal family, destroying the Royal Academy would still be an explanation to His Holiness. Besides, even if Sword and Bone were strong, they couldn't protect such a large academy.

As they landed in the courtyard, Dream Machine and Smart Forest immediately looked around. Upon seeing Ning Rongrong sitting in the main hall, Dream Machine couldn't help but feel guilty. "Sorry, Rongrong, we still couldn't find Ye Chen."

At this, Ning Rongrong scratched her head in confusion. "No need to apologize, Grandpa Sword, Grandpa Bone. Ye Chen has already returned."

"What did you say?"

Dream Machine and Ghost Douluo looked at Ning Rongrong in disbelief, then spoke in unison, "Is what you said true? Is Ye Chen... still alive?"

"What's wrong, do you old folks still want me dead?" Before Ning Rongrong could reply, Ye Chen walked out from the side room, smiling at the four super Douluo. His confident demeanor showed no hint of danger.

Seeing this, Dream Machine and Smart Forest finally relaxed, while Judo Luo and Ghost Douluo breathed sighs of relief, thinking they had avoided a major battle.

Seeing this, Dream Machine and Ghost Douluo once again looked at Ye Chen. Then their gaze shifted to Ning Rongrong, who they gently patted on the head. They wore a hint of reluctance on their faces. "Since Ye Chen is fine, we should go back now. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School still needs our protection. Rongrong, you need to be careful outside. We can't protect you when we're not around. Be cautious and don't let anyone bully you. Your father has instructed us to tell you to be careful of those around you."

"Hehe." Upon hearing this, Ye Chen almost burst out laughing. Ning Zongzhu could really talk. Who was bullying whom here?

Thinking back to his experience of being tied up by Ning Rongrong a few days ago, Ye Chen felt like he was the victim here. These people were just unreasonable.

"Well, I know, but I'm only allowed to bully Brother Ye Chen. He's good to me," Ning Rongrong said, hugging Ye Chen's arm sweetly. Ye Chen, on the other hand, gave a forced smile. "Don't worry, as long as I'm alive, Rongrong won't be harmed."

"That's good. We should go back now."

With that, the two flew into the sky and soon disappeared over the Tian Dou Royal Academy.

In the meantime, Judo and Ghost Douluo approached Ye Chen. "Do you have any message for His Holiness? He is very concerned about you."

Embarrassed, Ye Chen scratched his head and took out a garment emitting a faint light from his storage ring. "This garment is called 'Mysterious Heavenly Purple Gold Robe.' It aids in sleeping. I wish Master to have good dreams every night."

Seeing this item, which was clearly not ordinary, Judo Luo smiled flatteringly. "This is a fine garment. It shows that you have some conscience. His Holiness treats you so well for good reason." With that, Judo and Ghost Douluo also flew out of the Tian Dou Royal Academy.

After the four super Douluo left, Flender and Tang San from Shrek Academy also withdrew from the villa, returning to their respective residences. The academy exchange meeting was not over yet, and they needed to prepare.

When most of the people in the hall had left, Ye Chen couldn't help but approach Hu Liena, intending to engage in a passionate embrace. However, before he could take more than a few steps, a large hand suddenly grabbed his shoulder.

"Young man, come with me for a moment. I have something important to discuss with you."

Dugu Bo said casually, then grabbed Ye Chen and Hu Liena and flew towards his old nest, Sunset Forest.

His speed was fast, and in no time, he brought Ye Chen to a vast valley. Looking around, other than some protruding ordinary rocks, the valley was filled with sharp blue and red crystals, giving off an extraordinary vibe.

As Ye Chen thoroughly entered the valley and observed the entire scene, he couldn't help but dumbfoundedly say, "Isn't this the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well? And there are top-grade immortal herbs!"

"Haha, you have some knowledge, kid. Do you know why I brought you here?" Dugu Bo's figure appeared next to Ye Chen, with Dugu Yan following behind him, her face red for some reason.

"But speak, it's okay. I'm curious."

Seeing Ye Chen calm and composed, Dugu Bo's admiration intensified. He patted his white beard and chuckled, "You're quite good, kid. I also have an outstanding granddaughter. I think you two make a perfect match."

Saying that, he grabbed Dugu Yan's wrist and Ye Chen's big hand, forcefully putting them together. "Better to marry than to burn! Today, I'll make the decision. Let my granddaughter marry you and become husband and wife."

"Ah?"

Ye Chen was stunned on the spot, thinking, Is Dugu Bo really doing this? He's forcing a marriage? Just as he was about to say that he respected Dugu Yan's thoughts, Dugu Yan seemed to sense Ye Chen's unease. She shifted her focus and asked Dugu Yan, "Do you like Ye Chen? Are you willing to marry him today?"

Dugu Yan didn't speak, just nodded silently, her face still blushing. She showed no expression of surprise.

Seeing this, Ye Chen felt a thud in his heart, secretly thinking that this grandfather and granddaughter had probably discussed it in advance and decided to force him into submission.

At the thought of Master and the four super Douluo leaving just before he was brought here by this old schemer, Ye Chen couldn't help but think that this was probably not a sudden decision, but a premeditated one.

Seeing Ye Chen standing still, Dugu Bo was also confident. He waved his hand, "As long as you marry Yan'er, everything here will be your dowry. From now on, I will also be your eternal backing. How about it?"

Given a beautiful woman for free, plus such a rich dowry? 

Looking at the shy and beautiful Dugu Yan and the surging Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well,