Just as the two women were immersed in sadness, a familiar voice suddenly rang out from behind.
"Are you two senior sisters standing here looking for me?"
Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling turned around at the same time, and then saw a familiar figure.
A white robe, long golden hair cascading down his sides, sword-like eyebrows and starry eyes, revealing a gentle smile.
Who else could it be but Qian Renshang?
"Qian Renshang!"
The two women covered their mouths, their faces full of excitement, and almost instantly arrived in front of Qian Renshang, their eyes filled with tears.
"I thought you were leaving without saying goodbye and wouldn't come back this time?"
Dugu Yan looked at Qian Renshang expectantly, while Ye Lingling whispered beside her.
"How long are you planning to stay this time? Are you leaving soon?"
They were worried that Qian Renshang had come to say goodbye.
"I should be staying for quite a while this time... and if nothing unexpected happens, I'm here to join the Heaven Dou Empire."
Qian Renshang smiled, and the two women were full of surprise, but Meng Shenji was even more surprised.
"Kid, what did you just say... you want to join the Heaven Dou Empire!"
Joining the Heaven Dou Empire and joining the Heaven Dou Royal Academy are two different things.
After all, graduating from the Heaven Dou Royal Academy makes you a free person who can leave, but joining the Heaven Dou Empire is different.
"That's right, my purpose in coming here is to join the Heaven Dou Empire.
I've thought a lot... perhaps I can cooperate with the Heaven Dou Empire."
"I just don't know if Emperor Xueye is willing to cooperate."
Qian Renshang said sincerely, and Meng Shenji was extremely excited.
"How could he possibly disagree?
If Emperor Xueye knew you were willing to join the Heavenly Dou Empire... he'd be incredibly worried.
He couldn't even sleep after you left."
"He thinks his conditions were too meager, which is why he didn't keep you..."
Meng Shenji said, pulling Qian Renshang towards the palace to meet Emperor Xueye.
This enthusiastic treatment surprised Qian Renshang; when did she become such a sought-after person?
Emperor Xueye is one of the top three most powerful men on the continent!
Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling had only a brief meeting with Qian Renshang before being forced to leave.
Qian Renshang was practically dragged away by Meng Shenji.
They walked all the way to the gate of the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy!
Suddenly, Qian Renshang spoke up.
"Wait a moment… This time, besides myself, I brought a few friends.
I wanted to come, and judging by the time, they should be arriving soon."
As Qian Renshang spoke, he caught a glimpse of several familiar figures appearing on the street ahead.
In the bustling human city streets, several distinctive figures appeared—the Beast Kings in human form:
Di Tian, Xiong Jun, Wan Yao Wang, Chi Wang, and Bi Ji.
Di Tian wore a black robe, mysterious and majestic.
His posture was upright, his steps steady and powerful.
The black robe fluttered in the wind, further enhancing his cold aura.
His face was sharply defined, as if carved by a knife, and his deep eyes seemed to hold endless wisdom and vicissitudes.
Long, black hair was casually tied back, exuding a carefree and unrestrained air.
Behind him, Xiong Jun stood incredibly strong, like a moving mountain.
His muscles bulged, seemingly containing boundless power.
His thick arms swung, creating a whooshing sound.
His face was rugged and bold, with thick eyebrows and large eyes, revealing a fearless and indomitable spirit.
"This human world is really interesting... especially the food, it's really good."
Xiong Jun ate a meat skewer he had somehow acquired, taking large bites.
Behind him, someone calmly complained,
"Watch out, don't get oil all over my clothes!"
The speaker was a refined young nobleman.
He wore a white brocade robe, its sleeves fluttering, exuding elegance.
His face was like jade, his eyebrows delicate and his eyes bright, a faint smile always playing on his lips, making people feel as if they were bathed in a spring breeze.
Every gesture he made was elegant and composed, as if he were born with a noble air.
It was none other than the Demon King!
"Heh... dressed like a human, what are you pretending for?"
Xiong Jun grumbled, and someone else chimed in.
"So what if you're a dog, Xiong Jun..."
The speaker looked somewhat simple-minded, yet with a hint of sleazy.
He was of medium build, slightly overweight, and always wore a fawning smile.
His eyes weren't large, but they darted around constantly, revealing a hint of cunning.
His attire was rather casual, giving him a somewhat unrefined air.
It was none other than the Crimson King!
"Alright, everyone quiet down... don't cause trouble, don't forget why we're here!"
Bi Ji, her brows slightly furrowed, helplessly instructed from behind.
These beast kings were incredibly excited to be out of the human world, and she was genuinely afraid they'd cause Qian Renshang some trouble!
Today, Bi Ji wore a green dress, looking as beautiful as a celestial being.
Her green dress was like new leaves in spring, fresh and refined.
Her figure was graceful, her waist slender, like a willow branch swaying in the wind.
Her long, black, lustrous hair cascaded down her shoulders like a waterfall, and her fair skin was flawless.
Her face was exquisite, her eyebrows arched, her eyes clear as autumn water, and her slightly parted lips, with a smile, were enough to captivate all beings.
Gu Yuena walked expressionlessly at the front of the group until she saw Qian Renshang waving and greeting them, at which point her smile returned.
"Sister Nana... Uncle Ditian, Uncle Xiong, Uncle Chi... Aunt Biji."
"You've arrived!"
Qian Renshang greeted the beast kings with obvious delight, and they responded cheerfully, sharing anecdotes from their recent adventures.
They seemed to be on a leisurely stroll.
"This is..."
Meng Shenji, standing to the side, was dumbfounded.
Aside from Gu Yuena, he couldn't understand any of the others.
"These are my elders. They're going to see Emperor Xueye this time... I'd like to bring them along, is that alright?"
Qian Renshang briefly introduced Ditian and the others before politely asking.
Hearing this, Meng Shenji scrutinized Ditian and the other beast kings, his expression shifting from serious to utterly grave.
He couldn't tell, absolutely couldn't tell...but he could sense they were extraordinary.
He hadn't heard of Qian Renshang having any elders before.
Normally, one wouldn't bring just any Tom, Dick, or Harry to see Emperor Xueye, but… Qian Renshang is different.
"Of course you can, Qian Renshang's elders are also friends of our Heavenly Dou Empire…"
Meng Shenji's old face blossomed into a chrysanthemum-like smile, and he agreed without much hesitation.
Soon, led by Meng Shenji, Qian Renshang, Gu Yuena, and a group of beast kings began their journey towards the Heavenly Dou Imperial Palace.
Meanwhile, Meng Shenji had already made arrangements, and someone was waiting at the main gate to greet them… Emperor Xueye himself stood outside the palace gates to welcome Qian Renshang and his entourage.
"Hahaha… On behalf of the Heavenly Dou Empire, I welcome you all!"
Emperor Xueye said heartily.
(End of Chapter)
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