68: Who is the real big shot?!

In the following days, Qian Feng often strolled and flirted with Water Binger, considering it compensation for the hurt he caused her that day.

However, Qian Feng was not one to indulge in gentle affections; what needed to be done still had to be done.

There was still over half a month before heading to Spirit Hall for the Elite Finals. Before that, he also wanted to prepare a few more gifts for "Mother".

How about the heads of the Sect Masters from the old forces that opposed Spirit Hall?

Qian Feng had an angel mask, making it convenient to act after disguising his identity.

However, this evening, a significant figure arrived at Tianshui Academy, someone he hadn't quite anticipated.

"Dean Shui Wen, I haven't visited you in a long time, I apologize!" The gentle young man smiled, fully displaying the demeanor of an imperial Crown Prince.

At the Academy gate, Shui Wen and others lined up to welcome him. She bowed respectfully and said, "Hehe, the arrival of Crown Prince Xue Beng is an honor for the Academy. Please forgive any oversight."

Xue Beng waved his hand, followed by three Soul Saints for protection.

It seems without Qian Renxue's version of "Xue Qinghe" causing trouble, and with Mother Bibi Dong letting go of her inner conflict and adopting a conciliatory approach externally, the strength of these Empires had increased significantly.

"This Crown Prince heard that the Academy lost in the Elite Tournament and specifically came to show concern. I also plan to provide some resources to your esteemed Academy~" Xue Beng's words were quite clear.

Shui Wen immediately furrowed her brow, murmuring inwardly.

Does Crown Prince Xue Beng want Tianshui Academy to take a side?

What a pity, they were now affiliated forces of Spirit Hall.

Of course, these words couldn't be easily spoken; she could only temporarily find an excuse to send this significant figure away.

"Crown Prince Xue Beng, it's not good to keep standing at the gate~ Let's go for a walk inside the Academy. We can discuss anything after dinner." Shui Wen smiled respectfully. Although she was a Soul Douluo, she wasn't strong enough to disregard these social niceties.

Shui Wen couldn't think of a countermeasure for a moment and could only stall for time.

"Alright~" Xue Beng smiled slightly, naturally understanding Shui Wen's calculations. He walked at the front, letting Shui Wen guide the way from behind.

After a moment, Xue Beng nodded in satisfaction and said, "Not bad, not bad. Tianshui Academy is truly a treasure land~ No wonder it can produce so many young talents!"

"Hehe, the Crown Prince is too kind. Let's head to the evening hall," Shui Wen replied with a smile, but she noticed that Crown Prince Xue Beng's gaze was fixed on a young girl, staring intently, with more than just admiration in his eyes.

It also carried a strong look of aggression.

And the young girl being watched by Crown Prince Xue Beng was none other than—Water Binger!

Water Binger had been intimately content with Qian Feng recently. Although she still had that cool and aloof demeanor at this moment, she also carried a hint of shyness after falling in love.

She was wearing a long dress, holding a bouquet of blue flowers in her arms~ The evening glow happened to shine on her hair.

The aquamarine color and the evening glow outlined the most beautiful scenery of Tianshui Academy today.

"I wonder if Qian Feng likes flowers~ His room is quite shady, and these flowers have a pleasant fragrance, so they should be useful." Water Binger murmured with pursed lips, carefully pondering her lover's preferences.

"Young lady, please stop. Judging by your temperament, you must be the genius Water Binger of Tianshui Academy!" Xue Beng's voice came. Water Binger turned her head to look at the group but did not approach.

"Uh..." Sweat seeped from Shui Wen's forehead.

On one side was a Crown Prince of the Tiandou Royal Family, and on the other was the Young Master of Spirit Hall. Yet, these two major forces were mortal enemies.

But Shui Wen also understood who the truly significant figure was: "Bing'er, your injuries from the Elite Tournament haven't recovered yet. Go back and cultivate quickly, no slacking off!"

"Yes, Dean Shui Wen." Water Binger nodded and turned to leave. She didn't exchange a single word with Xue Beng during this time.

Xue Beng's expression darkened. He nodded with his hands behind his back and said, "Dean Shui Wen truly cares about her students."

"Hehe~ The Crown Prince is too kind. Let's go in for dinner first!" Shui Wen wiped the sweat from her forehead and led the way.

At the same time, Water Binger also returned to the room where Qian Feng was.

At this moment, Qian Feng was looking out the window, contemplating how to deal with a few Sects next, while also ensuring he didn't alarm too many people.

This was a troublesome matter and needed careful consideration.

"Qian Feng, Xue Beng from the Tiandou Royal Family is here. I guess he wants to recruit our Academy. I remember the Tiandou Royal Family and our Spirit Hall are enemies, right?" Water Binger said anxiously. Qian Feng nodded, his heart suddenly stirring.

Tiandou Royal Family's Hanhai Qiankun Cover?!

Qian Feng smiled, came to Water Binger's side, hugged the young girl, and played with her soft hands, smiling, "I originally planned to leave the Academy to do some things. I didn't expect this interlude, so I might be busy for a few days. Don't worry about my safety~"

"Ah?! What is it? I'm at Soul Power level fifty-two now, I can help you too!" Water Binger looked up at Qian Feng. The latter shook his head and said, "Don't worry, you still don't believe in my strength~ Oh, that's right, you haven't experienced it yet!"

"Bah, bah, bah!" Water Binger's cheeks flushed red, always so easily teased into shyness.

After simply comforting the young girl intimately until late at night, Qian Feng came to Shui Wen's office.

Shui Wen bowed respectfully and looked at Qian Feng with a wry smile, saying, "Young Master, Bing'er must have told you about Xue Beng's arrival, right!"

"Mhm." Qian Feng stood with his hands behind his back at the main seat, looking out the window, only showing Shui Wen his back.

"He's probably trying to recruit Tianshui Academy, right?"

"The Young Master is wise, sigh. I need to figure out a way to decline Xue Beng," Shui Wen shook her head helplessly and sighed.

"Decline? No need to decline, agree to him, and then have Xue Beng quickly go back and prepare gifts as a sign of his sincerity." Qian Feng said with a smile, which left Shui Wen completely bewildered and confused.

"Young Master, you are..." Shui Wen swallowed, carefully speculating on Qian Feng's intentions.

She felt that except for matters of love between men and women, Qian Feng seemed like a young boy.

At other times, his depth of scheming was terrifying; this was not the kind of pressure Xue Beng and these Crown Princes could give her!

"No need to ask further, just do as I say. I will also be leaving the Academy for a few days. I'll trouble Dean Shui Wen to take care of Bing'er~" Qian Feng finally turned around and said to Shui Wen with a smile.

"Yes, I understand." Shui Wen nodded and looked at Qian Feng with a smile, teasing:

"Ever since Bing'er fell in love with you, she has become much more cheerful. That cold and aloof appearance from before wasn't good!"

"Cough, cough. Bing'er's heart has actually always been very warm. That's how people are; what they show to the outside isn't necessarily their true nature." Qian Feng sat in the main seat and chuckled softly.

Shui Wen nodded, cupped her hands, and said, "The Young Master's insight is profound. I will carry out your arrangements tomorrow!"

"Thank you for your trouble!" A sharp glint flashed in Qian Feng's eyes. He had to take a good bite out of the fat meat delivered to his doorstep.

After all, this place wasn't Heavenly Dou Imperial City; there were simply too many things he could do!