"Don't recognize him."
Dugu Yan openly admitted, then added, "But it's not hard to guess."
"Hehe."
Qian Renxue laughed upon hearing this, "Very clever, I like clever people."
"May I ask why His Highness specifically called me here?" Dugu Yan cheeks turned slightly red, but she composed herself and went straight to the point.
Yesterday, Dugu Bo had specially come to find Dugu Yan. His original intention was to take her back immediately. However, as the vice-captain of the Heaven Dou Empire Royal Academy's seed battle team, Dugu Yan couldn't just leave whenever she wanted.
Although she had the connections with Dugu Bo, leaving at will wasn't a trivial matter. Dugu Yan still had her principles and understood that she couldn't rely solely on Dugu Bo.
So, she followed the proper leave procedure.
Therefore, she came here.
Of course, on a usual day, there wouldn't be such tedious processes. Her classmates might not know her true identity, but the three instructors at the Heaven Dou Empire Royal Academy were well aware.
So, as long as it wasn't something too important, they generally gave her a free pass.
But this time, she was specifically asked to come here and meet "Xue Qinghe."
Thus, Dugu Yan immediately realized that this Crown Prince of Heaven Dou Empire might have something to ask of her grandfather.
Royal matters—what is needed most in the imperial throne struggle is power!
Dugu Yan thought she understood everything and thus had no intention of making small talk.
Though her grandfather adored her, when it came to such important matters, she remained clear-headed and naturally wouldn't make any rash "recommendations" on her own.
Qian Renxue, of course, had no idea what Dugu Yan was thinking.
At this moment, her mind was entirely focused on her "little wife."
Li Yu had been taken by Dugu Bo for almost ten days now, and she hadn't heard any news!
As for Dugu Bo, his titled Douluo status gave him no hesitation in acting freely.
When he found her yesterday, he said, "The Crown Princess really has a talent, she was able to help him relieve the toxins within his body. Unfortunately, the poison was too deep, and she needs to borrow some more time."
Listen to this!
What kind of nonsense is this?
What does "borrow more time" even mean?
After living this long, can't he speak properly?
Qian Renxue was infuriated.
She was feeling uncomfortable all over.
But...
Dugu Bo strength was evident, and from the moment he appeared until his departure, he didn't even give her a chance to speak.
Apart from confirming Li Yu abilities, he only mentioned that Li Yu had made significant progress these past few days.
Then, he didn't reveal anything else.
This made Qian Renxue even more restless.
She then thought of Dugu Yan.
She had stayed in the Sunset Forest for seven days without finding the secluded place where Dugu Bo was recovering.
It was clear that besides hiding the place well, Dugu Bo must have used some tricks.
Otherwise, she wouldn't have found nothing.
She didn't know, and no one else knew, but as Dugu Bo granddaughter, Dugu Yan definitely knew.
Thus, this scene came to be.
At this moment.
When Qian Renxue heard Dugu Yan words, she didn't hesitate at all and said, "I have long heard of the great name of the Poison Douluo, and I've met him several times in person!"
"But the Poison Douluo is of a noble status, and his whereabouts are unpredictable. Unless he takes the initiative, it is not easy to meet him."
"This time, I have important matters that require meeting the Poison Douluo, and I wish to ask Miss Yan for help!"
At this point, Qian Renxue paused, then continued, "As for the reward, as long as it is within your ability, Miss Yan can ask for whatever you wish!"
Upon hearing this, Dugu Yan lips curled into a slight smile.
As expected!
It was all to use her grandfather's power!
However, Xue Qinghe was still more pleasant to look at than that annoying Xue Beng.
At least he looked much better, and he was polite.
But even though her grandfather was a titled Douluo, even if you were the Crown Prince of Heaven Dou Empire, it wasn't something you could meet just because you wanted to!
How laughable!
As for the so-called reward, I already have a titled Douluo grandfather. What the royal family is willing to offer, I might not even look at!
Thinking this, Dugu Yan didn't hesitate for a moment, "Sorry, Your Highness, you know that the status of a titled Douluo is noble, so you should also understand that I cannot act on behalf of my grandfather so easily. If you need anything, you should go to my grandfather yourself!"
After saying this, Dugu Yan turned and left, not giving any face to the Crown Prince of Heaven Dou Empire.
Qian Renxue watched Dugu Yan departing figure, her face showing no sign of dissatisfaction.
She had already anticipated this outcome.
With such a background, Dugu Yan certainly had the capital to act arrogantly.
But her purpose had already been achieved.
Firstly, she truly was worried about Li Yu, and she did indeed want to use Dugu Yan to find Li Yu.
Secondly, she was genuinely interested in Dugu Bo secluded recovery place.
The place where a titled Douluo would choose to hide and recover in the mountains must not be simple.
Secondly, after the autumn hunt.
She had basically made a statement of withdrawing from the throne struggle.
She thought that the suspicions from Emperor Xue Ye would end after this.
But since she left with Li Yu and returned alone, she had noticed multiple times that someone was secretly watching her.
Although she could easily deal with those annoying pests, this undoubtedly fueled the "suspicion" and created trouble for herself.
So, after meeting Dugu Bo yesterday and knowing that Dugu Yan had left under the pretense of leave, she immediately thought of this plan.
She would play the role of a fallen, frustrated, unwilling yet powerless Crown Prince!
She would make all the eyes that were watching her shift away.
Then, the real drama would begin!
As for Li Yu...
Though she was worried, she still believed that Dugu Bo would not easily harm Li Yu.
Of course, there was a reason for this belief.
When she saw Dugu Bo yesterday, using her unique abilities, she could indeed sense a change in the aura around Dugu Bo.
In the past, Dugu Bo deep poison skills still emitted a gloomy aura, even if he tried to conceal it.
But now, although his aura was somewhat unstable, the gloomy feeling had greatly dissipated, and he appeared much more energetic!
It was like someone recovering from a serious illness.
Thus, Qian Renxue was certain.
What Dugu Bo said wasn't false. Li Yu could indeed help him detoxify.
Now, the value of Li Yu was clear.
Dugu Bo couldn't live without Li Yu!
In this case, Li Yu was as safe as can be.
One might as well consider him as a bodyguard of titled Douluo level by his side!
If Qian Renxue had any worries now, it would only be one thing.
That is, Li Yu beauty was truly irresistible to most men... and even women!
But as for Dugu Bo...
Qian Renxue shook her head. Her granddaughter, Dugu Yan, was also extraordinarily beautiful.
With such a granddaughter, Qian Renxue believed that Dugu Bo wouldn't do something like that.