Before she knew it, the snowflakes had all fallen, and the girl stopped dancing, looking at the snow melting quietly under her feet with nostalgia. She looked at Yun Che and said pitifully, "Is my dance pretty?"
“It looks good…” Yun Che nodded, his eyes were hazy and his voice was like a dream talk, his consciousness was still immersed in the dance just now.
Princess Snow had heard too many such compliments in her life, but she still smiled happily: "Then... can it snow a little more? I can continue dancing for you. Watching the snowflakes falling, I can't help but want to dance with them."
“Okay…” How could Yun Che refuse? Such a heavenly thing, even if he could only witness it for a moment, would be an indescribable enjoyment and luxury. It was a beautiful scene that ordinary people would never be able to see in their lifetime. He stretched out his hands, pointed toward the sky, and gathered his profound energy…
But as soon as he activated the Frozen Cloud Art, he felt a tearing pain in his chest. Yun Che groaned and quickly reached out to press his chest, swallowing back the blood. However, his face turned extremely pale.
"Ah!" Princess Snow screamed, not even bothering to put on her shoes. Her slender feet like ice lotus left the snow and stepped on the soft green grass. She stretched out her hands and then retracted them, asking nervously, "Are you...are you okay? It's all my fault. I was so busy looking at the snow that I forgot about your injury...I'm sorry...I'm sorry..."
The pearl of the Divine Phoenix Empire was now panicking and apologizing to a "common disciple" of his. Her beautiful eyes were trembling with worry and self-blame. A certain place in Yun Che's heart was gently touched, and he tried to smile: "Don't worry, I'm fine, I just accidentally touched my internal injuries, I just need to rest for a while."
After saying this, Yun Che carefully sat down on the spot, closed his eyes, and slowly calmed his inner breath. The discomfort soon disappeared.
Listening to Yun Che's words and watching his face gradually regain its rosy color, Princess Snow's nervousness and self-blame quietly dissipated, and then she still sat in front of him with concern, looking at him with her beautiful eyes without blinking. She didn't know why she wanted to take a good look at this man for a while, perhaps it was because of some kind of hazy mystery about him... This was the first time in her life that she looked at someone with such a focused gaze.
After his internal injuries subsided, Yun Che opened his eyes, only to meet Princess Snow’s gaze. Princess Snow blinked and smiled sweetly when she found out that he was peeking at her. This sudden smile made Yun Che’s soul tremble. He also smiled and said in an apologetic tone, “Your Highness, it’s all my fault that you’re injured. Not only can’t you enjoy the snow, but you’ve also worried about me… My injuries will be much better tomorrow. By then, I’ll make it snow heavily for you.”
"Okay!" Princess Snow agreed crisply, and then tilted her head slightly: "But, can you please not call me Your Highness Princess? It always feels awkward."
"Then...how should I address you, Princess?"
"My name is Feng Xue'er. You can call me Xuexue or Xue'er. I like both of these titles. 'Your Highness' doesn't sound nice at all." Princess Xue said with a smile.
If it were anyone else from the Phoenix Divine Sect, they would be extremely terrified at this moment. But Yun Che was naturally not one of them. He smiled and said, “Okay, then from now on, I will call you… Xue’er.”
"Yes!" Princess Snow smiled and nodded, her beautiful eyes like stars staring at his face: "Then can I call you... Brother Lingyun?"
“Of course you can… But I prefer Xue’er to call me Brother Yun. Because it feels closer than ‘Brother Lingyun’.” Yun Che smiled and said… Although there is only one word difference, “Brother Lingyun” and “Brother Yun” are two completely different concepts. Because the former… In a sense, it is simply giving Lingyun that kid a break!
“Yes!” Princess Snow nodded happily: “Brother Yun…Brother Yun…Brother Yun…Hee!”
Princess Snow called out three times in a row. Her voice was so sweet that it made Yun Che’s bones go soft.
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Shenhuang Palace, Phoenix Hall.
"Your son pays respects to His Majesty, Father." Feng Ximing stood in front of Feng Hengkong and said respectfully.
The Seven Nations Ranking Tournament was getting closer and closer, but this was secondary. The most important thing was that the door of the Ancient Profound Ark was about to open. Although no one had ever been able to explore the secrets of the Ancient Profound Ark for thousands of years, there was no doubt that it contained a treasure that shook the world. So even if it failed again and again, the appearance of the Ancient Profound Ark was still a big deal for the Phoenix Divine Sect. Everyone in the Phoenix Divine Sect believed that if they could obtain the secrets of the Ancient Profound Ark and the treasures in it, the strength of the Phoenix Divine Sect would truly be on par with the Four Great Sacred Grounds... and there was even a possibility of surpassing them.
Therefore, Feng Hengkong had been preparing for the Taikoo Xuanzhou all this time, and rarely showed up. When Feng Ximing arrived, he did not even raise his head, and said calmly, "What's the matter?"
Feng Ximing lowered his head slightly, with a humble attitude: "Replying to Father, I have just received news from Lingkun Palace that the Xuanyin of the ship's door of the ancient Xuanzhou has changed this morning. According to previous records, this change means that the ship's door will be opened in twelve days, which is four days earlier than originally expected."
Feng Hengkong raised his head, his face solemn: "Four days in advance?"
Feng Ximing nodded: "Yes. It was originally scheduled that the Xuanzhou would be opened the day after the Seven Nations Ranked Tournament ended. Now the Xuanzhou gate is opened three days in advance, which conflicts with the date of the Seven Nations Ranked Tournament. If the Ranked Tournament is advanced at this time, it will be too late. So how should we arrange it? Please let me know."
Feng Hengkong stood up, his brows knitted together. The door of the Ancient Mysterious Ark would only be open for twelve hours, and every minute and every second was extremely precious, and could not be wasted. But when the invitation letters were sent to the six nations, it was specifically stated that the top three in the qualifying battle would be eligible to board the Ancient Mysterious Ark. If they boarded the Ancient Mysterious Ark before the competition was over, how could they be in the top three? It was even more inappropriate to start the Seven Nations Qualifying Battle in advance.
Feng Hengkong pondered for a moment, and said in a low and majestic voice: "The original schedule of the qualifying competition was five days. The matter of the Ancient Profound Ark must not be delayed, and the competition date cannot be advanced. Since the Ancient Profound Ark is opened four days in advance, then the competition schedule can only be compressed to one day!"
"One day? This..." Feng Ximing was surprised. This had never happened before in the history of the Seven Nations Ranking Tournament. Moreover, if the Seven Nations Tournament lasted only one day, it would be too tight, or even impossible to complete.
“This is the only way. How to arrange it is up to you.” Feng Hengkong stared and said, “There must be no mistakes in exploring the Primordial Profound Ark, and the ranking battle is related to the prestige of our Divine Phoenix Empire, so there must be no mistakes either. How to arrange it depends on your own ability. This can also be regarded as a test for you. Is there any problem?”
Even though Feng Ximing was nervous, he certainly didn't have the courage to refuse, and quickly bowed his head and said, "Yes! I will handle it properly according to your wishes, and I will never let you down."
"Yes." Feng Hengkong nodded: "In that case, if there is nothing else, please leave. Remember to inform the elders and the Pavilion Masters and Hall Masters about this matter, so that they can make preparations in advance."
"Yes... Father, I have something else to ask. It could be a big thing or a small one. I think it's better to talk to you."
"speak."
Feng Hengkong said cautiously, "A few days ago, there was a huge commotion in the Phoenix Mountains. When I rushed there, I found that Thirteenth Brother's personal bodyguard Feng Chihuo had died in the Phoenix Mountains. His death was extremely tragic, and the surrounding area was also greatly destroyed. It was obvious that there had been a fierce battle."
Feng Hengkong naturally knew about Feng Chihuo, but he was obviously not concerned about it. He said calmly, "Only people from our sect can enter the Phoenix Mountains. Since he died there, he was killed by someone from our sect. We will know once we investigate."
"Your Majesty is right. After investigation, we found that Feng Chihuo chased a man who broke into the city gate from the south gate in the early morning of that day. According to the city guards, it was still dark at that time and they could not see the man's face clearly. They could only vaguely tell that the man was less than 30 years old, and then..."
“No need to say more!” Feng Hengkong waved his hands impatiently: “I don’t have time to deal with these trivial matters now. Since Feng Chihuo was killed by a fellow disciple, it was because he was not as skilled as others. Do I have to personally investigate who killed such a useless waste?”
“Father, please calm down… Feng Chihuo’s tragic death is a small matter, but… but…” Feng Ximing took a deep breath, his expression showing obvious nervousness: “The place where Feng Chihuo died tragically is less than ten miles away from Fengjue Peak, and on the other side of Fengjue Peak is Qifeng Valley where Xue’er is. Father has people guarding the Qifeng Valley fifty miles to the east, west, and north, but no one is guarding the south side. I am worried that Xue’er will be disturbed, or even that person will be so bold as to break into Qifeng Valley…”
Before he finished speaking, he suddenly felt a chill all over his body, and he could no longer say the rest of the words. Feng Hengkong narrowed his eyes, and in his angry glare, he released a cold and sinister gaze.
"So... do you want to go to Qifeng Valley to see if Xue'er is okay?"
"No, I have absolutely no such intention, but... I am afraid that someone might disturb Xue'er." Feng Ximing said in panic. He had expected Feng Hengkong to react like this, but he still couldn't help but say it... Feng Hengkong was too busy right now, maybe he would really let him go check... Even if there was only a one in a million chance, it would be good to let him go and see Xue'er. But obviously, this was still a luxury. Feng Xue'er was Feng Hengkong's biggest weak spot... a weak spot that must not be touched.
“Humph! There is not only the Phoenix Cliff to the south of the Phoenix Valley, but also the Phoenix Formation. No one can enter except those from my sect. In my Phoenix Divine Sect, no one is brave enough to dare to enter the Phoenix Valley!! Xue’er can communicate with me instantly. If she is really disturbed, she will inform me immediately. You don’t need to worry about it... Get out now!”
"Father, please calm down. It is...it is me who has been worrying too much. I will take my leave."
Feng Ximing retreated in a hurry... When he walked out of the Phoenix Hall and turned around, he clenched his teeth tightly and his eyes flashed with a cold light of resentment.
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