Han Lijiao noticed Chen Lan's change and looked at Tang Xinhan curiously. How did this calm young man, who was two years younger than himself, do it? You must know that with Chen Lan's completely closed mind, it is very difficult to open a gap. Don't forget, Tang Xinhan doesn't have Han Lijiao's voice control ability that makes people get close to her easily.
Tang Xinhan changed into a clean warrior outfit. It was made of the best materials, but the design was not ostentatious at all. At this time, Tang Xinhan no longer felt sloppy and decadent. He doesn't look very handsome, and his long black hair falls casually on his shoulders. But it gives people a feeling of being very approachable. Coupled with his occasional calm temperament that is inconsistent with his peers, it makes people feel safe.
Han Lijiao stood up and walked to the restaurant side by side with Tang Xinhan. Her manners were so elegant that she felt impeccable even in the palace of the largest empire in the continent. Chen Lan followed Tang Xinhan quietly, following him like a shadow.
"Lan'er, sit down and eat together." Tang Xinhan said after Han Lijiao took her seat.
"Yes." Chen Lan responded and sat at the bottom.
Some simple food has been placed on the dining table. Although he is a prince, he is never luxurious in this Yuyu Palace. Even the servants around Tang Xinhan were pitifully few. Except for the standard bodyguards of the royal family, which cannot be reduced, most of them were sent home by Tang Xinhan with a sum of money. In this palace, the presence of guards has certain meanings for Tang Xinhan. Yes, surveillance. But it's okay, after all, Tang Xinhan only returns to the palace for a handful of times a year.
"Everyone, go down." Tang Xinhan waved his hand and said to the two attendants.
"Xinhan, what are your plans next?" Han Lijiao asked after seeing all the servants retreating.
"Sister Jiaozi, this is what I was about to tell you. You also know that I have been poisoned by a strange poison since I was a child. Although Grandpa Meng and Uncle Third Master have been helping me resist the poison since I was a child, they have never been eradicated. Recently I learned that there is a kind of snow lotus that can cure my abnormal poison, but it is a bit troublesome to get it. I need the help of a spiritual control master of the music system, so if you can, I would like to ask you to accompany me to the Chenguang Mountains. I don’t know. Is it convenient?" Tang Xinhan looked at Han Lijiao seriously.
Han Lijiao said excitedly: "Can you cure the poison? That would be great. When should we leave?"
"We'll leave early tomorrow morning, but we have to hire someone first." Tang Xinhan didn't want to waste any more time. As for Zi Yefan, as long as he becomes stronger, there will be plenty of time to take care of him in the future. In comparison, he felt that Zi Yequn, who was always gentle and elegant, was more worthy of his careful attention.
"Okay, I have no problem, then who are we looking for?" Han Lijiao asked.
"Liu Dong, the third leader of the Guangyu Ice Martial Mercenary Group, because we also need an ice-type spirit control instructor above level 30, and he just meets the requirements." Tang Xinhan said after taking a sip of juice.
Han Lijiao frowned slightly: "Guangyu Bingwu? Is it that mercenary group that has developed rapidly in recent years and reached the prefectural level within three years? But it is said that their mercenary group is very special, with a mission completion rate of 100%. No defeat. But they are very picky when accepting tasks. They never accept tasks with difficulty lower than the level of their mercenary group. This is why they advance quickly. Moreover, it is not enough for the task level to be high enough. They have to be made aware of it. Only accept tasks that interest them. Also, the way they collect rewards is also very special. They never charge money, but they will only accept tasks if they have something or conditions that interest them. It’s all based on preference. In short You have to be mentally prepared, it’s difficult to invite them to take charge!" After talking about it, Han Lijiao actually felt a little bit complaining, her eyes were filled with anger, and she clearly had an impression of the "Guangyu Bingwu" mercenary group. Not too good.
While drinking lotus seed porridge, Tang Xinhan smiled and listened to her complaining comments without interrupting.
But Chen Lan asked curiously: "Jiaozi, you seem to know their mercenary group very well?"
Han Lijiao curled her lips and said, "Who wants to know them? One time I went to the Mercenary Association for a mission and wanted to find a mercenary group to help me maintain the order and safety of a large concert. That's when I heard about that The legendary mercenary group, so I designated to hire them, but their leader refused. The reason was that they thought my mission was too simple. It is really unreasonable, you know how many mercenary groups refused to accept me. They are also vying to take part in my concerts in exchange for compensation! This in itself is an opportunity for them to increase their popularity, okay? But look at them, hum!"
Chen Lan seemed not to notice Han Lijiao's dissatisfaction, and said calmly: "Aren't they already very famous? Do they need to use your concert to increase their popularity?"
Han Lijiao became even more angry when she heard this: "Anyway, it's just that it's hard to invite them and they're very annoying!"
Seeing that both of them had finished eating, Tang Xinhan smiled and said: "It's okay, Sister Lijiao. Maybe they will be interested in this task. How will you know if you don't try it. At worst, we can go find others when the time comes. We Go back, we have to go on a journey tomorrow morning."
Guanghan Imperial Palace, Yangwang Hall.
Zi Yefan lay on the bed and didn't dare to move. He had no choice but to take 100 lashes from the scale whip with the spiritual power of fire, and he wouldn't be much better.
A tall and thin figure stood in front of his bed and said in a high-pitched voice: "How do Your Highnesses plan to repay His Highness the Crown Prince for the 100 lashes?" It turned out to be Yan Hu, the eunuch in charge of the palace.
Zi Yefan turned his face slightly, without any trace of the dandy look he had in the imperial garden before, and said with a calm smile: "Then it's not my worry, my elder brother will take the initiative to help me settle things with Tang Xinhan . I believe that both the eldest brother and Tang Xinhan have already minimized their wariness towards me, right? The whipping I asked for was finally not in vain. Next, we will wait for the opportunity to sneak into their bonfire. Just add some firewood and it’ll be fine.”
Hearing this, Yan Hu laughed sharply and said, "Hehehe... I have a good vision, and His Highness is still wise. It's just that the risk he took this time was a bit big. If His Majesty was really true that day..."
Zi Yefan said nonchalantly: "I know it well, otherwise why would I choose to perform that play on my mother's birthday?"
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In the early morning of the next day, when everyone was still sleeping soundly, Tang Xinhan had already arrived at the martial arts performance hall of Yangyu Hall and began to practice according to the Shuguang Jue technique, combining with various endless martial arts, bringing up afterimages. Ling Guang's footwork is astonishing. The sense of loss caused by not entering the dreamland after waking up from last night also faded with the concentration of practice.
Tang Xinhan has never been so hungry for power as he is now. He knows that only if he becomes strong enough can he resurrect his Xing'er earlier.
On the roof of the prince's palace, about 500 meters away from the martial arts arena, a black figure stood still there when Tang Xinhan walked out of the palace. The tight-fitting outfit highlighted her exquisite figure, as if a shadow was disappearing into the surrounding environment. Even if she was just standing there, it would be difficult for others to notice her presence.
In the early morning, when Tang Xinhan felt that he had practiced just right, Han Lijiao walked out of the palace guest room, stood next to Tang Xinhan who had finished his exercises, and handed him a towel: "You have been practicing so early!"
Although Han Lijiao is two years older than Tang Xinhan, Tang Xinhan has been practicing martial arts since he was a child, and his physical development is faster than that of his peers. He is also a boy, so now he is a little taller than Han Lijiao when they stand together.
"Thank you, Sister Lijiao." Tang Xinhan took the towel and smiled.
Chen Lan fell from the roof, like a breeze, and quietly approached Tang Xinhan, saying softly: "Master, when you were practicing martial arts just now, two people came over to spy on you. One of them I couldn't keep up with him, and the other replied We’ve arrived at the eldest prince’s palace.”
Han Lijiao was stunned, remembering the faint murderous aura she felt while standing behind the eldest prince that day, and said nervously: "Xinhan, that eldest prince is not simple. Sooner or later, he will be harmful to you."
Tang Xinhan said nonchalantly: "Since I can remember, there have been all kinds of people in this palace with strong curiosity to know what I am doing. Just get used to it. See you in the palace later, Lan'er In a similar situation, just ignore them and just think they are here to protect us. As for the eldest prince, even if he wants to compete for the throne, he will not rush for a while. After all, the emperor is still in his prime. If I die now, he He became the target of public criticism. So at least for the time being, he won't do anything against me."
Han Lijiao took a deep look at Tang Xinhan: "Xinhan, how can you still look like a 16-year-old boy? Now I know a little bit about how you achieved your maturity and calmness."
Chen Lan said coldly: "In other words, he will take action against his master sooner or later, so why don't I go and kill him now?"
Tang Xinhan and Han Lijiao were speechless for a moment, not knowing what to say to her.
Tang Xinhan shook his head helplessly: "Let's set off now. Do you have anything to bring?"
Han Lijiao nodded and said: "Let's go, I don't have to clean up anything. I really don't like the feeling of being watched. It seems that the palace is not that easy to treat."
Chen Lan stood behind Tang Xinhan expressionlessly. Anyway, as long as you follow him, it will be the same wherever you go.
The three of them can be said to be the best among the younger generation, and their speed is not slow. Half an hour later, they had appeared in the suburbs ten miles southeast of Lingguang City where the imperial palace was located.
The three of them stood still and Chen Lan said: "Master, there is only one person following you. You go ahead. I will stay to lure him away, then get rid of him and then join you."
Tang Xinhan said: "That's fine, but we must pay attention to safety. Our destination is the Mercenary Guild Headquarters in Blue Wing City, 200 miles ahead. Next to the Mercenary Guild, there is a Xianlu Restaurant with the logo of the Guanglu Chamber of Commerce. We'll wait for you to have breakfast there." After saying that, he led Han Lijiao forward. After walking a few steps, he turned back to Chen Lan and said: "Lan'er, don't forget what you promised me. Be careful. If you can't do anything, don't fight desperately. They won't hurt you. I think I know where to go. Important person. In short, safety first!" Then the ups and downs with Han Lijiao gradually disappeared from Chen Lan's sight.
Tang Xinhan's concern made Chen Lan feel warm in her heart. In the past, no one cared about her life or death. But at the same time, there is also a trace of panic. Is this kind of life really something I can have? If he knew my past, would he still care about me so much? It will definitely make him very disappointed and sad. What should I do?
