Hearing Qian Renxue's words, a hint of surprise flashed in Lin Mu's eyes. He was still a little unaccustomed to this woman's sudden gentleness.
At this moment, Ye Lingling, standing to the side, glared at Qian Renxue. She pouted her cherry lips and said with dissatisfaction, "I want to be alone with Brother Lin Mu. Why are you interfering?"
Qian Renxue was already used to Ye Lingling's hostility.
For the past month, every time she tried to find an excuse to approach Lin Mu, Ye Lingling would act like a protective swan, refusing to allow her to get too close.
But the more Ye Lingling acted this way, the more Qian Renxue wanted to snatch Lin Mu away from her.
She grabbed Lin Mu's other arm, smiling sweetly. "This isn't me meddling; it's my job as a teaching assistant. It's my duty to take care of Teacher Lin Mu."
Hearing this, Ye Lingling was instantly furious, her hostility toward this woman intensifying.
A moment later, she leaned intimately against Lin Mu's arm, saying meaningfully, "So what if you're a teaching assistant? Brother Lin Mu just dismissed one a month ago."
"Heh, I'm more than just a teaching assistant. I can also help with Teacher Lin Mu's... daily needs."
Qian Renxue remained composed in the face of Ye Lingling's provocation.
As long as she could set aside her pride, she didn't believe she couldn't outmaneuver a sixteen-year-old girl with her experience.
Hearing the ambiguous words, Ye Lingling's lips trembled with anger, but she had to grit her teeth and endure it; she absolutely couldn't be rude in front of Lin Mu.
Seeing the two arguing, Lin Mu frowned slightly and said, "How about this? We should each go back and cultivate."
Upon hearing this, Qian Renxue and Ye Lingling exchanged a glance and almost simultaneously objected, "No way!"
They both knew Lin Mu's personality very well; he was a complete battle maniac and cultivation fanatic. Since he said they should go back and cultivate, he was definitely not joking.
So, they didn't give Lin Mu a chance to escape, forcibly dragging him away from the training ground.
Of course, Lin Mu didn't resist. Otherwise, even the two of them together couldn't move him an inch.
Next, the three of them strolled around the night market. During this time, Qian Renxue and Ye Lingling continued their rivalry, while Lin Mu alone enjoyed various delicacies.
Even with two stunning beauties by his side, no Soul Master dared to cause trouble.
After all, Lin Mu had defeated Titled Douluos twice in a row, and his fame was even higher than most high-ranking experts. In Heaven Dou City, he was a household name; almost no Soul Master failed to recognize him.
The Next Day, At The Crown Prince's Palace.
Qian Renxue had dressed up carefully and was preparing to go to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy when a figure suddenly appeared in front of her. It was the Snake Lance Douluo.
He knelt on one knee and said in a deep voice, "Young Master, Ning Fengzhi is on his way here."
"Ning Fengzhi?"
Qian Renxue frowned slightly. Although Ning Fengzhi was her nominal teacher, in reality, she hadn't had much contact with him recently.
Moreover, Ning Fengzhi rarely came to her palace on his own initiative.
After a moment's thought, Qian Renxue slowly said, "Go and arrange for Ning Fengzhi to wait in the main hall."
Apart from the Snake Lance Douluo and the Porcupinefish Douluo, all the maids and guards in the Crown Prince's Palace were also her people.
That was why she dared to change back into women's clothing so easily without worrying about being discovered by outsiders.
"Your subordinate obeys."
The Snake Lance Douluo responded respectfully, then disappeared from Qian Renxue's sight.
Next, Qian Renxue used her angel soul bone skill to disguise herself, transforming back into the gentle and refined Crown Prince, Xue Qinghe.
Meanwhile, Ning Fengzhi, greeted by a maid, was already seated on the left side of the main hall. The Sword Douluo stood beside him, his posture as straight as a blade.
Their purpose in coming was to discuss Ning Rongrong joining the Royal Fighting Team.
A month ago, they missed their best opportunity. But now, with so much time having passed, and utilizing Xue Qinghe's connections, Lin Mu surely wouldn't refuse.
A few minutes later, Xue Qinghe emerged from the inner hall.
She quickly walked to Ning Fengzhi, bowed slightly, and said apologetically, "Qinghe didn't come out to greet you immediately; I'm truly sorry for neglecting you, Teacher."
"Your Highness, as the Crown Prince, is extremely busy. It is already an honor for me to have you spare some time amidst your schedule."
Ning Fengzhi quickly stood up, his tone gentle.
In his view, it was normal for Xue Qinghe to be busy, especially since Ning Fengzhi had come to ask for a favor.
At this moment, the Sword Douluo suddenly caught a faint scent of fragrance. A strange light flashed in his eyes, but it was gone in an instant; he assumed it must have been left behind by a maid.
Because Xue Qinghe's disguise was so perfect, the Sword Douluo had no suspicion of "his" true identity.
"Teacher, what brings you here today?"
"Your Highness, a month ago, I originally planned to send Rongrong to the Royal Fighting Team. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, Uncle Sword and Lin Mu had a conflict."
"Brother Lin actually had a conflict with His Excellency the Sword Douluo?"
Xue Qinghe already knew about this, but she still feigned surprise.
At this moment, the Sword Douluo couldn't help but recall that battle, his expression becoming unnatural. Being injured by a junior was a huge loss of face for him, and he had been ridiculed by the Bone Douluo for a whole month because of it.
It had to be said, Lin Mu was simply a prodigy. If Ning Rongrong could receive his guidance, it would be far better than staying at Shrek Academy.
The Sword Douluo wouldn't even object to Ning Rongrong being with Lin Mu romantically. After all, Lin Mu was fully capable of supporting the entire Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and might even reach a higher peak than anyone before him.
"Alas, Your Highness, you are unaware of the details. Lin Mu's strength is extraordinary; even Uncle Sword suffered at his hands."
Ning Fengzhi spoke helplessly, feeling he had missed a tremendous opportunity. If they could have won Lin Mu over earlier, their Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect would have prospered greatly.
But now, it seemed almost unrealistic to win Lin Mu over directly; it was better to strengthen their relationship with Xue Qinghe.
That way, as long as Lin Mu stood on Xue Qinghe's side, it would be equivalent to being in the same camp as the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
When Xue Qinghe ascended the throne and became Emperor, with Lin Mu as a super powerhouse backing the nation, the Heaven Dou Empire would surely flourish, and their Sect could also advance further.
"Brother Lin is only a Soul Saint, yet he possesses such powerful strength; it's simply unbelievable."
Xue Qinghe exclaimed in amazement. Although she had already heard the Snake Lance Douluo talk about it, hearing it again from the parties involved made her even more eager to possess Lin Mu.
Compared to Lin Mu, she, a peerless genius with Innate Level 20 Soul Power and a God-level Martial Soul, felt somewhat inferior.
With such strength at the Soul Saint level, what would he be like when he broke through to Soul Douluo or Titled Douluo? He would definitely be able to easily crush Super Douluos.
And if he advanced even further, becoming a God at Level 100, he would likely be a top-tier powerhouse in the Divine Realm.
Seeing Xue Qinghe's thoughtful expression, Ning Fengzhi stepped forward and said earnestly, "If Your Highness has Lin Mu's assistance, you won't need to fear even the Spirit Hall."
Hearing this, a subtle glint flashed in Xue Qinghe's eyes.
'Indeed.'
If she truly and completely subdued Lin Mu, then Spirit Hall and the Heaven Dou Empire would both be hers for the taking. Even conquering the Star Luo Empire would follow naturally.