"It really does look quite similar."

Chen Xuan’s words left Qin Ying somewhat puzzled, and she asked, "What looks quite similar?"

"The true royal city of the Stone Race looks much like the Imperial Palace."

Saying this, he couldn’t help but think of Li Mu. It’s been such a long time without any news, even after he was meant to contact him.

"Could something have happened?"

"Probably not!"

He was at the late stage of the eighth level Dao realm, capable of unleashing peak Spirit Cultivation. Not many in the entire Eastern Continent could do anything about him.

"Greetings, Princess!"

On both sides, the Dragon Guards knelt in unison, their armor clattering like metal colliding. Even Chen Xuan couldn’t help but be impressed by their imposing presence.

At this moment, Qin Ying exuded a cold aura that even made Chen Xuan’s heart pound.

"Empress!"

"If she was this cold last night...that would’ve been great!"

Chen Xuan felt a stirring excitement at the thought of conquering an Empress underneath him; that feeling...tsk tsk, just imagining it made him thrilled.

Such is the nature of men!

They all love this kind of thing.

"At ease!"

Qin Ying’s lips parted lightly, her voice carrying a hint of majesty.

"Thank you, Princess."

The Dragon Guard replied in unison, their deep voices echoing throughout the city gate.

With Qin Ying leading, Chen Xuan naturally didn’t need to be inspected by the Dragon Guard, nor would they dare.

The two walked within the Imperial Palace, gazing at the magnificent palaces not far away, with golden glazed tiles shimmering under sunlight.

It gave one a sense of grandeur!

"Father is waiting for us in Qixuan Hall."

Qin Ying spoke softly.

"Alright!"

"Once we meet Father, don’t be nervous. Just act low-key; if there’s any difficulty, I will speak on your behalf."

"Understood."

Chen Xuan smiled slightly, but upon seeing her cold demeanor, he couldn’t help but ask quietly, "Can you try acting like this later?"

"What?"

Qin Ying was taken aback, but immediately understood, pinching him hard, "Nonsense!"

She really was astonished.

At such a serious moment, what was going through his mind?

"Heh heh."

Chen Xuan grinned widely, "It’s settled then."

Completely disregarding Qin Ying’s side-eye.

Soon, the two arrived at the entrance of Qixuan Hall, and Chen Xuan composed himself, looking seriously at the three grand characters of Qixuan Hall.

A moment later.

The eunuch rushed out from Qixuan Hall, "His Majesty invites Prince Xuan to enter the hall."

"Just him alone?"

Qin Ying’s brows slightly rose, her expression also changing subtly.

"Reporting to Princess, His Majesty instructed as such."

The eunuch bowed his head, replying softly.

"Alright, I’ll go in first."

Chen Xuan patted her head, then proceeded towards Qixuan Hall.

This scene stunned the eunuch, deep in shock.

To have the audacity to pat the Princess’s head, this...! He was truly terrified.

"Did Father say anything else?"

"Reporting to Princess, His Majesty mentioned that you haven’t seen Lin Fei since your Realm Breakthrough, and you should go visit her."

"Noted."

But she remained unmoving, showing no intent to leave.

"Princess..."

The eunuch raised his head slightly, steeling himself to speak again, not returning to Qixuan Hall but intending to watch Qin Ying.

This was Emperor Yu’s instruction.

But... when Qin Ying’s icy gaze bore down on him.

"Thud..."

Under the supreme imperial pressure, the eunuch’s legs instantly trembled, kneeling on the ground.

"I will wait here."

With that, her gaze shifted toward Qixuan Hall.

"Oh dear ancestor..."

The eunuch felt a dead desire in his heart but dared not speak to Qin Ying.

That stare had drenched his back completely, even causing his legs to go soft, unable to stand, let alone speak.

Meanwhile, Chen Xuan slowly entered Qixuan Hall.

In the vast hall, only his footsteps echoed. Upon entering, his eyes caught sight of Emperor Yu seated there, clad in a black dragon robe with golden edges, head down, attending to state affairs.

"So this is Emperor Yu?"

"The ruler of Great Yu!"

"Yet there is no trace of aura about him!"

Chen Xuan muttered, facing Emperor Yu, with his talent for stealth pushed to its limit.

He had too many secrets, and Emperor Yu was Great Yu’s strongest, which was one reason for his apprehension.

"Prince Xuan of rMolan Mansion, paying respects to Your Majesty."

Despite reluctance, he could only kneel at this moment, shouting loudly.

But there was no imagined ’at ease’ or ’stand up’!

The entire hall was silent.

Emperor Yu remained head down, seemingly unfazed.

Chen Xuan frowned slightly, then lifted his gaze.

He spoke again, louder this time, "Prince Xuan of rMolan Mansion, paying respects to Your Majesty!"

"I heard you."

Emperor Yu set the document aside, his eyes finally settling on Chen Xuan.

"Raise your head!"

He didn’t allow Chen Xuan to rise, only asking him to lift his head.

Upon hearing, Chen Xuan slowly lifted his head.

This marked Emperor Yu’s first sight of him, and vice versa.

Their gazes met.

"He is the ruler of Great Yu!"

Chen Xuan observed him, a middle-aged aspect, square-faced, exuding authority, especially with a pair of sword-like brows that made him feel intimidated.

Meanwhile, Emperor Yu naturally scrutinized him.

Fair-skinned, even more than a woman, with a face considered handsome, though lacking some masculine vigor.

At least this was his impression.

"Ying’Er likes this type?"

At least at first glance, he wasn’t impressed by Chen Xuan.

But as one of Eastern Continent’s finest talents, according to information gathered by the Shadow Guard.

And not just a single report.

He had just been meticulously reviewing all information about Chen Xuan.

"Hmm?" 𝓯𝓻𝓮𝙚𝙬𝓮𝙗𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙚𝙡.𝒄𝒐𝓶

Suddenly a doubt arose within him, for he entirely couldn’t see through Chen Xuan.

An aura enshrouded him.

In an instant!

Emperor Yu’s eyes sharply focused, his pupils becoming golden, determined to discern what made him different!