Douluo Continent: The World Shines with Stars

Chapter 29 Chen Qinghuang

On the way to Dongji City, Xu Mingxi subtly inquired about the city from Lingyi.

However, Lingyi was clearly a seasoned veteran. She didn't say much, only that the city lord and several large families jointly managed Dongji City and the surrounding cities.

However, she specifically pointed out that the Chen family was also among them, and that the city lord was a member of the royal Dai family.

"I see. Thank you very much, Senior Lingyi. I have just left home, so please forgive me if I have done anything wrong."

Xu Mingxi had done her research before leaving the sect. There were five major cities in the southeastern region of the Star Luo Empire, and Far East City was one of them.

As a vital transportation route connecting the southern and eastern regions of the Star Luo Empire, its importance and prosperity are self-evident.

A family that can have influence in Far East City must have at least one Soul Douluo or several high-level Soul Saints.

Surname Chen, Soul Douluo, Far East City, Xu Mingxi could only think of one person: Chen Rudong, Martial Soul: Spotted Demon Tiger, Level 81 Power Attack-type Soul Douluo.

Xu Mingxi glanced sideways at Chen Qinghuang, who was almost asleep beside her.

Her delicate and frail appearance doesn't seem like she inherited the Spectral Demon Tiger Martial Soul; she must have inherited it from her mother.

The three men rode in a carriage toward the easternmost city, while the four bandits on the other side knelt on the ground to report to their chieftain.

bang~

"You mean you three Soul Masters and five Soul Venerables ganged up on a young girl who had just become a Soul Master, and not only did four of you die, but she also managed to escape?"

The four bandits dared not raise their heads, exchanged glances, and seemed to recall something, their eyes filled with fear. In the end, it was the only Soul Master who stepped forward with a stiff upper lip.

"Chief, this is not our fault. It's just that Chen Qinghuang's martial spirit has made her act like a mad tiger."

Our attacks only left a few scratches on her, and then a Soul King suddenly appeared out of nowhere. We were no match for her.

The chieftain was in a real bind; he really didn't want to get involved in the power struggle between these big shots from the Far East City.

Only then did he take charge of the stronghold himself, sending out most of his subordinates, but unexpectedly, they couldn't even defeat a young girl who had just become a Soul Master.

"Alright, let's pack our things and get going."

Since we haven't caught the person, offended the Chen family, and failed to complete that person's mission, now is the time to run away.

Just as the chieftain was instructing his men to pack up the valuables, he failed to notice a figure standing in the shadows behind him.

The candles in the village went out, plunging the village into darkness, and there was no further movement.

"Brother Mingxi, why don't you come back to the Chen residence with me? Father must really want to see you."

At the gate of Dongji City, Xu Mingxi struggled to pull her hand away from Chen Qinghuang's.

I really don't know what her mother's martial spirit is, she's so strong, and all that calling of "brother" makes Xu Mingxi's scalp tingle.

To conceal his talent, Xu Mingxi still uses the age he was when he participated in the Soul Master Competition, which is now 25 years old.

"You should go home and let your family know you're safe. I'll stay in the city and do some sightseeing."

"Okay, Mingxi, you can stay at the Qingyin Inn. It's my Chen family's territory."

I'll come find you tomorrow, Mingxi-gege, you have to wait for me!

Seeing Chen Qinghuang being pulled away by Lingyi, Xu Mingxi finally breathed a sigh of relief.

He'll never do that "hero saves the damsel in distress" thing again; it's such a hassle. He should have gone into the city to check the situation first.

The Chen family patriarch, Chen Rudong, was furious. Qinghuang was the future of the Chen family; who dared to be so bold?

Just as he smashed the tenth teacup, a servant came to report.

"Master, Miss is back."

Chen Rudong's expression instantly turned amiable, and he greeted him with a beaming smile.

When Chen Qinghuang saw her father, she was very excited and rushed into his arms, which startled her.

"Father, I almost didn't make it back, sob sob sob." "Oh, my precious daughter, you're finally back, otherwise I wouldn't know how to explain it to your mother."

Madam Chen is no mere pretty face; her original name was Xue Yun, and she was also a Soul Saint-level expert.

Chen Rudong still doesn't dare tell her that his daughter is missing, but thankfully she has returned safely.

"Qinghuang, what exactly happened? Why are you being hunted down?"

Chen Qinghuang seemed to have thought of something, and her face flushed slightly.

"Father, I don't know where they came from, but I'm so grateful to Brother Mingxi for saving me this time."

It's over.

Seeing his beloved daughter's unusual expression, Chen Rudong knew something terrible had happened.

Madam Chen rushed over, and Chen Rudong immediately dismissed all his subordinates and servants, leaving only his family of three and Lingyi, who was protecting Chen Qinghuang, inside the house.

"Lingyi, what exactly happened?"

"Master, Miss encountered bandits. I wanted to help, but I was held back by a Soul Emperor."

By the time I got rid of him, the young lady had vanished without a trace. I had no choice but to return and lead the black-armored cavalry to search for her everywhere.

Chen Rudong's face grew increasingly grim; it seemed this was no simple bandit attack.

He said, "How dare bandits attack the Chen family's daughter around the Far East City?"

Do you know who is stopping you?

"I don't know. I only know that he has a black spirit ring and his martial spirit is a curved blade."

"Okay, you can go now."

"Yes, I will take my leave now."

Chen Rudong knew that Lingyi had done her best, and now that Qinghuang had returned, he would no longer make things difficult for her.

After Lingyi left, Madam Chen immediately grabbed her husband by the ear.

"Fine, you didn't even tell me that your daughter had gone missing. Have you found out who did it? I'll make them pay."

Chen Rudong rubbed his reddened left ear to calm his wife down before analyzing the matter with her.

"The attack on Qinghuang was definitely orchestrated by several other families in the city, and the one who saved Qinghuang is certainly no good either."

"Father, I won't allow you to say that about Brother Xi. He's definitely a good person."

Before Xue Yun could speak, Chen Qinghuang became displeased. This was the first time Xue Yun had seen her daughter like this, and decades of experience told her that there was definitely something going on.

Is this older brother serious?

She waved for Chen Rudong to go down and investigate, then sat down to the side with Chen Qinghuang.

"Qinghuang, how did this Mingxi brother you mentioned save you? What kind of person is he?"

"Mom, let me tell you, Mingxi is so handsome and gentle. He..."

Chen Rudong's face darkened as he watched his wife and daughter talk about other men.

He could only choose to ignore it and left the hall, preparing to thoroughly investigate that scimitar-wielding Soul Emperor. A Soul Emperor is not someone who appears out of nowhere.

As Chen Rudong left, a ruthless glint flashed in his eyes as he thought of certain families in the city.

Whoever dares to harm my daughter, dares to harm the future of my Chen family, will pay the price.

(End of this chapter)