Chapter 3229: Confusion_1

Xue Qinghe's expression suddenly stiffened...

He blurted out unconsciously, "Wha... What? He left Martial Soul City??"

"Isn't today the day of the friendship match? As the Saint Heir, how could Xu Sheng leave?"

These soldiers showed a troubled look and for a moment didn't know how to answer...

Having no choice, the man leading them had to reply firmly, "Crown Prince, we truly do not know where the Saint Heir has gone. Perhaps you should ask His Holiness the Pope; she might have some knowledge!"

They were just ordinary Spirit Hall Soldiers, how could they possibly know where the Saint Heir had gone!

Hearing this, Xue Qinghe sincerely sighed, "Is that so? Since he's truly not in the Pope Hall, then never mind!"

He had risked being reprimanded by Xue Ye to find him, but now he wasn't even in the Pope Hall!

It was truly a wasted expectation!

No... no, that's not right!

The relationship between himself and Xu Sheng wasn't that profound after all; he had no reason to look for him!

Seeing that the former did not intend to pursue further, the soldiers breathed a sigh of relief...

If the Crown Prince truly insisted on pursuing the matter, it was they, the soldiers, who would suffer!!

However, Xue Qinghe once again said, "However... although Xu Sheng is not here, may I enter the Pope Hall to have a look?"

The soldiers were silent for several seconds, "This... we don't dare to make such a decision on our own. We must ask for His Holiness's instruction on this matter!"

The former being the Crown Prince was true, but how could Spiritual Hall and the royal household, which were two completely different powers, allow him to come and go as he pleased!

However, if he could obtain the permission of His Holiness, that would be another matter!

Xue Qinghe paused for a moment, then could only shake his head and say, "It requires asking His Holiness the Pope? Then forget it, I won't trouble the Pope for such a trifling matter!"

She really did not want to see that woman, which was why she left the venue of the friendship match!

To see her again by entering the Pope Hall? How could that be possible!!

Seeing the former's refusal of the suggestion, the soldiers could only hang their heads, "If Crown Prince doesn't wish to bother His Holiness, then please forgive us for not permitting you to enter!"

Xue Qinghe waved his hand, "No matter, if possible, I hope my visit does not reach the Pope's ears, since it's just an insignificant matter."

The soldiers were stunned for a moment and naturally didn't refuse the request...

If they reported to His Holiness and there was any inconsistency, they would face punishment!

However, since the former had personally requested it, that indeed saved them some trouble!

Having received an answer, Xue Qinghe nodded to them, "Thank you, gentlemen, then I shall take my leave!"

After speaking, he didn't say more and quickly left the place...

It wasn't until after he had left that the soldiers started to discuss in whispers...

"Whew, that really scared me. I thought the Crown Prince would unreasonably force his way into the Pope Hall. It turns out he is as outstanding as the rumors say!"

"Indeed. But how does the Crown Prince know the Saint Heir? They should not have had any interactions before, right?"

"Nonsense, haven't you heard that before joining the Spiritual Hall, the Saint Heir once went to Heaven Dou Royal Academy? They must have met then, and I bet their relationship is not shallow!"

"Hiss... If that is true, then doesn't it mean that Spiritual Hall and the Tian Dou Imperial Family will become one and the same in the future?"

Thinking this, they couldn't help but gasp, their minds already filled with fantasies...

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Having left Martial Soul City, Gui Mei, who had been running madly, suddenly stopped and turned his gaze towards Xu Sheng ahead…

He said with an unsightly expression, "You really intend to go to Xingluo Empire??"

He had thought that the other party was joking until they kept heading towards Xingluo Empire; it was clear he was serious!

Had he known this, he would not have bothered to follow him!

Upon hearing this, Xu Sheng stopped as well and said with a light chuckle, "Of course it's true, Elder Gui. If you do not wish to accompany me to Xingluo Empire, you can take this chance to return to Martial Soul City!"

"I suppose the Friendship Competition must not have started yet!!"

If the other could leave on his own, that would indeed be good news!

Gui Mei's eyes hardened as he immediately rejected the suggestion, "Don't even think about it. If I left, who knows where you would end up going?"

"Besides, without my protection, your current situation is very dangerous. Who knows if a Title Douluo level expert might already be silently rushing over from behind?"

Although they had left Martial Soul City very covertly, it could not be guaranteed that they hadn't already been discovered by a strong person previously placed by the upper three families!!

Looking straight at the former, Xu Sheng articulated his words, "Really? But I haven't sensed any presence!"

He could be certain of one thing, there were absolutely no Soul Master experts catching up from behind. Otherwise, his spiritual power would definitely have captured them!!

Gui Mei, looking visibly embarrassed, stubbornly replied, "Xu Sheng, your spiritual power is indeed strong, but that doesn't mean you can detect just anyone!"

"Some agile-attack class experts are best at concealing their presence, even when they're close to you, it's impossible to detect them!"

"Of course, most importantly, if you were to die in Xingluo Empire, the Spirit Hall would not be able to collect your body!"

Xu Sheng's lips slightly curled up as he changed the subject, "Elder Gui, speaking of which, why do you have such an aversion to Xingluo Empire??"

The other's aversion to Xingluo Empire was written all over his face!

Gui Mei didn't feel the slightest bit embarrassed and coldly answered, "Do I even need to explain? It's naturally because of Xingluo Empire…"

He paused for a moment, then changed what he was about to say, "Why should I tell you?? Kid, don't be too talkative. It's easy to attract trouble!"

This guy's attitude towards him was getting more and more casual!

It even felt like they were communicating as equals!

Xu Sheng was not annoyed but continued on his own, "If I'm not mistaken, it's because Xingluo Empire is close to Sea God's Island, right?"

In the past, the Spirit Hall had dispatched numerous Title Douluo experts to Sea God's Island but was single-handedly crushed by Grand Elder Poseissi, suffering heavy casualties!

Gui Mei's eyes widened in shock as he exclaimed, "You… actually know about Sea God's Island??"

Sea God's Island was not a place just anyone knew about!

And it seemed like the other party knew some secrets…

Xu Sheng gave him a meaningful glance, "Judging by Elder Gui's reaction, I must be correct!"

After saying that, he immediately quickened his pace and advanced toward the direction of Xingluo Empire…

The belatedly aware Gui Mei also quickly followed, not forgetting to shout, "Xu Sheng, don't just talk in halves, what exactly do you know about Sea God's Island!"

Damn, to be led by the nose by the other party like this was really embarrassing!

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