Douluo: Twin Origins, Suppressing the World

Chapter 136 Your Highness, I've come to keep my appointment.
Star Luo City

A horse-drawn carriage slowly drove into the city from the city gate.

The people sitting in the carriage were Ling Shuang and her companions.

They didn't stay in the far north for long. Although Ling Shuang had long been accustomed to the far north, which was practically home to him, Jiang Nannan obviously couldn't do the same.

She doesn't have the constitution to be immune to low temperatures, and staying in a temperature-controlled tent all the time isn't a good idea.

Of course, these are not actually the main reasons.

The main reason is that Xue Di has never given up on showcasing his "top-notch" skills again.

Out of concern for the safety of Jiang Nannan and Wang Qiu'er, the departure schedule was brought forward considerably.

Along the way, Xue Di often suggested cooking, but Ling Shuang and Bing Di always brushed it off by saying they didn't have any cooking utensils and that since they were already out there, they should just find a restaurant.

That's right, it wasn't just Ling Shuang and her two companions who went to Xingluo City this time; the Ice Emperor and the Snow Emperor also came along.

There was no way around it; Ling Shuang's habit of leaving for a long time each time but not staying long afterward had made the two of them very dissatisfied, especially Xue Di, who now felt that she was about to be completely surpassed by Jiang Nannan, the newcomer.

Because of Xue Di and the other person's strong insistence, Ling Shuang had no choice but to bring them along.

As for their identities, Ling Shuang found a way to resolve that.

As the inheritance progressed, and after cultivating under the Golden Ancient Tree, Ling Shuang's understanding and mastery of her own inheritance became increasingly profound. Although she could not yet fight with divine power, she could still use divine power to conceal the aura of the soul beasts on the Ice Emperor and Snow Emperor.

The Ice Empress and Snow Empress are now so powerful that even a Limit Douluo like Mu En would never be able to detect their identities, let alone a regular Title Douluo.

"This is Xingluo City? It has changed so much." Xue Di propped her chin up and looked at the scenery rushing past outside the carriage through the one-way window.

The Snow Emperor has always stayed in the far north. Even when she comes to human towns, she usually only visits border cities near the far north.

The last time she came to Xingluo City was probably a thousand years ago, so it was naturally very different from now.

As for Hyotei, they are even more curious.

The Snow Empress will at least come out, but the Ice Empress is completely confined to the far north. If it weren't for Ling Shuang, she probably wouldn't even go to those border towns in the far north.

After all, compared to Yuki-tei, Hyo-tei is much worse in terms of personality.

If this Ice Jade Emperor Scorpion appeared in a human town before encountering Ling Shuang, it probably meant that a beast tide was coming.

The Star Luo Royal Academy wasn't hard to find. Although none of Ling Shuang's group had ever been there before, they could just ask!
With just a single gold soul coin, they learned the location of the Star Luo Royal Academy from the beaming city guards.

Under Ling Shuang's mental control, the carriage steadily headed in the direction the guard had indicated.

The carriage was pulled by two ice steeds from the far north. Thanks to the orders given by the Snow Emperor before the departure, Ling Shuang did not need to use her mind to control the carriage. She only needed to use her mental power to easily direct the carriage forward.

Before long, a wide and imposing gate appeared before them, with walls extending from both sides of the gate, stretching as far as the eye could see. The area within the walls was the territory of the Star Luo Royal Academy.

These academies bearing the royal name are all incredibly wealthy. While they may not be as extravagant as Shrek Academy, which is essentially a top-tier main city, they are all roughly equivalent to a mid-tier main city.

The carriage, which had no driver, had already attracted the attention of two gatekeeper Soul Masters of the Star Luo Royal Academy when it arrived not far from the school gate.

The two exchanged a glance, then stepped forward and said, "Please wait."

The carriage slowly came to a stop under Ling Shuang's mental control.

He stepped out of the carriage and approached the two men.

Upon seeing Ling Shuang's noble and aristocratic demeanor and his obviously expensive attire, the two gatekeeper Soul Masters' attitudes noticeably improved. One of them took the initiative to speak: "Young master, this is the Star Luo Royal Academy. May I ask what brings you here?"

Since the other party had a good attitude, Ling Shuang naturally wouldn't make things difficult for them.

He's here to fulfill his obligations, not to cause trouble.

Ling Shuang smiled slightly: "I have an appointment with Princess Xu Jiujiu, please inform her."

Upon hearing Xu Jiujiu's name, the two dared not be negligent.

"Master, wait a moment."

One of the Soul Masters spread his wings and flew towards the academy.

This is the problem caused by the insufficient development of communication soul tools.

If communication soul tools were to become widespread, there would be no need for such trouble; a simple phone call would solve the problem.

However, Ling Shuang still had this much patience. He nodded slightly and waited quietly in place.

The flying soul master was very fast, and soon reappeared in sight.

Not far behind him, a girl was using her soul power to propel her flying soul tool at high speed.

It was Princess Xu Jiujiu.

"your Highness."

Upon seeing the newcomer, the other guarding Soul Master immediately bowed in greeting.

After a long while, he nodded slightly in response, then turned his gaze to Ling Shuang.

The glistening water droplets on her fair, smooth forehead, formed from the intense flight, were still faintly visible. After a long while, she smiled and extended her fair hand to Ling Shuang: "Young Master Ling, welcome."

Regardless of whether Xu Jiujiu hadn't had time to wipe the sweat from his forehead or did it intentionally, his attitude was still quite admirable.

Whether intentional or unintentional, this truly demonstrates Xu Jiujiu's high regard for Ling Shuang.

No one wants to be looked down upon or treated as someone they don't deserve.

Even someone like Ling Shuang, who doesn't have much of a feeling about this kind of thing, would unconsciously become much more agreeable after seeing Xu Jiujiu's serious attitude.

This is why, in many social relationships, people will intentionally or unintentionally show how seriously they treat someone.

"Your Highness, I've come to keep my appointment." Ling Shuang gently grasped the small hand that had been extended to her after a long time, then let go immediately, saying softly.

"I knew Young Master Ling would come." Xu Jiujiu was well-versed in social etiquette. Regardless of her true feelings, she would definitely express her trust in Ling Shuang through her words.

"I've already prepared the accommodations; everything is brand new. Would you like me to take Young Master Ling to see them?"

Xu Jiujiu didn't rush to mention helping Xingluo Royal Academy win the championship, but instead inquired about his whereabouts.

Since Ling Shuang has come, it proves that he will definitely keep his promise. There is no rush. Mentioning it as soon as they meet will not only have no practical effect, but will also seem opportunistic.

Although this was originally a transaction, it was clear that Xu Jiujiu hoped to win more favor from Ling Shuang.

It's all about social skills!

(End of this chapter)