Outside the Grand Tutor's residence, Sikong Hun bid farewell to Qiao Shuang, looking back every few steps as he walked away.
Qiao Shuang's eyes also showed reluctance, but once his figure completely disappeared, her expression inexplicably turned cold.
Her consciousness was now controlled, and unfortunately, the Qiao family's strongest member, the Grand Tutor, was in secluded cultivation.
Thus, no one had discovered the Soul Seal in Qiao Shuang's Sea of Consciousness.
"Young Mistress."
The two guards outside the residence bowed. Just as Qiao Shuang, with an indifferent expression, was about to walk forward, a warm laugh came from behind.
"Shuang'er!"
"Huh?"
Qiao Shuang was momentarily stunned. Turning around, she saw Xia Feng's figure already before her.
"Eldest Prince?"
Dammit!!
Just before today, you were calling me Brother Feng, and now, in just one day, it's 'Eldest Prince'?!
Fine, what are women?
They only hinder my steps towards the pinnacle of heaven and earth!
In my eyes, you're just a tool!
Oh, but the one from the Cold Moon Immortal Palace is different. Although she's also a woman, she won't hinder my ascent; she'll even help me achieve immortality!
"I have something to discuss with you."
Xia Feng gave a bitter smile, seeming somewhat dejected.
Qiao Shuang looked at him, puzzled. "Eldest Prince, it's so late. Can't we talk about it tomorrow?"
"This matter is very important, even concerning the future of you and the Grand Tutor's residence. Shuang'er, I've reserved a room at the Pear Fragrance Pavilion. Come if you've thought it over…"
In the end, Xia Feng didn't press further and turned to leave.
He believed Qiao Shuang would definitely come.
Because she felt guilty towards him.
So she would feel uneasy, eager to know why Xia Feng was looking for her.
At the same time, she absolutely wouldn't dare gamble with the Grand Tutor residence's future.
"Young Mistress, should we accompany you…"
The two guards on duty outside the Grand Tutor's residence approached Qiao Shuang and asked coldly.
It was already late at night, and the Eldest Prince was asking their young mistress to meet him at an inn?
Although the two were engaged, if such behavior was spread, it would have many negative impacts on the Qiao family.
But a strange coldness rose on Qiao Shuang's pretty face.
Xia Feng, ah, Xia Feng, you really… know how to assist perfectly.
"No need."
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Pear Fragrance Pavilion, top-floor elegant suite.
Xia Feng sat on a soft couch, drinking a cup of light tea, his brow seemingly furrowed with worry.
In less than a year, the Immortal Palace secret realm would open.
The entire Western Frontier knew that within that secret realm existed a heaven-defying opportunity that could allow one to break through the final step.
Whether the rumors were true or not, Xia Feng wasn't sure.
After all, in his previous life, he died before the secret realm event concluded.
But the numerous spiritual treasures and techniques hidden within were truly divine.
For example, the Black Jiao Blood Seal he cultivated, although a demonic inheritance… indeed possessed heaven-defying power.
His mind clearly remembered the locations of several other legacies within the secret realm.
As long as he could enter smoothly and bring enough lackeys, laying low in the shadows, who in the Western Frontier could compete with him?
"Eldest Prince…"
A gentle female voice suddenly came from outside the door. A smile instantly curled on Xia Feng's lips.
"Come in."
The door opened, revealing Qiao Shuang, who seemed somewhat nervous.
Hmph! Nervous? Good!
Did you think what you did could escape my notice?
Slut, the only reason you're still alive is because you're still useful!
Wait until the day your usefulness runs out, and see how I torment you with the Blood Seal!
"Eldest Prince… it's so late… what important matter did you need to see me about?"
Qiao Shuang looked flustered, maintaining a relatively safe distance from Xia Feng.
Of course, all her current actions were an act.
After all, with guidance from the Best Director and Best Actor, everyone takes acting seriously!
You must immerse yourself! Be realistic!
Take the emotional rendering to the extreme!!
"Can I not look for you if there's nothing?!"
Xia Feng sneered. Since there were no outsiders here, he didn't need to maintain his harmless facade anymore.
"Eldest Prince, you exaggerate…"
"Where did you go just now?"
A cold curve appeared on Xia Feng's lips. Qiao Shuang's face, however, turned inexplicably pale.
"I… after leaving the Yun Meng Immortal Pavilion, I returned directly to the residence."
"Oh? Is that so? Was I mistaken then? On the stone bridge in the west city… that wasn't you?"
"Eldest Prince!!!"
Panic instantly surged in Qiao Shuang's eyes. Then, with a thud, she directly knelt on the ground.
After all, the empire still belonged to the Xia family.
And her actions with Sikong Hun tonight were no different from slapping the imperial family's face.
If this matter spread, the Qiao family wouldn't be able to protect her and might even sacrifice her proactively to preserve the clan.
"Hmph! Qiao Shuang, and I trusted you so much! You actually… If I report this to Father… what price do you think the Qiao and Sikong families will pay?"
Xia Feng stood up, walked to Qiao Shuang, and gently pinched her chin. "Oh, with our Xia family's current strength, we couldn't deal with both your families before. But now… that Lord is still in the palace! Do you think, with his strength, the Grand Tutor and the Loyalty Count would dare rebel?"
"Eldest Prince… I… I…"
Qiao Shuang seemed at a loss, her delicate body trembling as she slumped to the floor.
"However, I can give you a chance now. If you swear a Dao Heart Oath to be loyal to me from now on and use the Qiao family's foundation to help me ascend the throne, not only will I not blame you, but I will also willingly yield you to Sikong Hun! You like him a lot, don't you?"
Seeing the timing was about right, Xia Feng's expression suddenly turned grave.
"What! Eldest Prince… You… You truly don't blame me?"
Qiao Shuang looked up, disbelief in her eyes.
"Correct! Not only will I not blame you, but if you perform well, I guarantee the Qiao family's prosperity for a century!"
Xia Feng snorted coldly, a domineering air seeming to gather between his brows.
"What do you say?"
"I… I am willing!! I swear a Dao Heart Oath that I will spare no effort to help the Eldest Prince ascend the throne. I only beg the Eldest Prince… to spare Brother Hun!"
Tears glistened in Qiao Shuang's eyes. Finally, gritting her teeth, she uttered the Dao Heart Oath.
"Spare him?! Heh heh heh, such deep affection between you two!"
"As long as you spare Brother Hun, Shuang'er… Shuang'er is willing to do anything."
Qiao Shuang's pretty face reddened, the underlying meaning already clear.
"Anything?"
Xia Feng was momentarily stunned. He hated this pair, but he didn't have such vulgar thoughts.
After all, he was a Son of Fate; how could he be as shameless as a villain?
"Brother Feng, I am willing to compensate you… I beg you to preserve my Qiao family's dignity."
With that, Qiao Shuang actually tugged at her long skirt, revealing her snow-white shoulder.
Gulp.
Xia Feng was laying low, but he was still a man.
With Qiao Shuang being so proactive…
No! Must restrain himself!
After all, guards saw him bring Qiao Shuang to the Pear Fragrance Pavilion tonight.
But, quite inexplicably, a sinister fire seemed to burn in his heart, and an abnormal crimson flashed in his eyes.
At that moment!!
He seemed to feel the world before him darken for an instant, and then… "Qiao Shuang's" figure actively pounced towards him.
Simultaneously, within the elegant suite, Ling Xiao's figure suddenly materialized out of thin air. He flicked his fingers, and a pinch of powder instantly turned to dust.
Then, looking at the shy, flushed pretty face before him, a smile curled on his lips.
Before Qiao Shuang could react, he directly picked her up and pressed her down firmly beneath him.
He had to admit, since Qiao Shuang was called Great Xia's number one beauty, her figure and looks were quite good.
Although not peerless, she excelled in being petite and well-proportioned.
"Mas… Master… don't…"
For half the night, Xia Feng could hear bursts of joyful sounds coming from beside him.
Meanwhile, he lay dazed and enchanted on the floor, performing the same motion towards the empty air.
On the soft couch, Qiao Shuang's pretty face was flushed, panting heavily, looking lazily at the young man below.
His current appearance truly… resembled a dog.
"You know what to do next!"
Ling Xiao stretched, a starry robe materializing around him, a cold smile also blooming on his face.
Now that Qiao Shuang had submitted, Xia Feng's next target would undoubtedly be Sikong Hun.
With his intelligence, he could only stage a show of deep brotherly affection,helping them.
Sikong Hun would be touched; sister-in-law becomes wife—what a joyous event!
This Big Brother is truly great!!
Unfortunately!
This template of yours is destined to fail.
Qiao Shuang's value has been roughly squeezed dry.
So, she probably won't survive the next chapter.
As a villain, one must, of course, act cautiously.
If you don't want flaws discovered, only the dead are most suitable.
And when the time comes…
What?!
Shuang'er was taken by Xia Feng to the Pear Fragrance Pavilion last night?
After the profound brotherly affection, it should be… a man's rage for his beauty!
Xia Feng!! You True Demon!!!