I don't want to be trained by my senior sister!

The farcical scene of annulment on the streets of the capital ended with Li Zhen leaving with Wang Zhaoqing, while Chen Fan silently disappeared into the crowd.

It left behind a trail of sighs.

Fang Xuan and Ning Qian did not linger, as if they were merely watching a street drama that had nothing to do with them.

Ning Qian took Fang Xuan's hand again and continued walking slowly through the bustling crowd.

The two did not deliberately look for an inn, but simply strolled around, passing through bustling streets and alleys.

Fang Xuan was relieved to be relaxed, looking around and occasionally glancing at the food stalls.

Ning Qian seemed to be getting her bearings, or simply enjoying this undisturbed time with just the two of them.

They turned onto a relatively quiet cobblestone path, where two guards dressed in brocade robes appeared at the next intersection.

Upon seeing Fang Xuan and Ning Qian, they knelt down on one knee without hesitation, displaying a respectful demeanor.

"Two immortal masters, my master invites you to stay at his residence." The head guard said, bowing his head.

......

Fang Xuan thought to himself, "They're moving so fast."

It seems that the seemingly spineless third prince, who was publicly jilted, is actually quite efficient in handling affairs.

Sure enough, not long after.

Having changed into clean, elegant clothes and had his hair freshly combed, Chen Fan personally came over.

He gave an apologetic smile, and the smell of alcohol on his body had dissipated. It was almost impossible to tell that he had looked so disheveled just half an hour ago.

"Esteemed immortals," Chen Fan bowed, his posture extremely humble.

"I had a chance encounter with you two on the street just now, please forgive my rudeness. I am Chen Fan, the third prince of Tianlan Kingdom. You two immortals are both very distinguished, and must be new to Tianlan. If you don't mind, why don't you stay at my residence first, so that I can show you some hospitality?"

He spoke eloquently, and gave his reasons casually.

Making friends with immortals will bring you prestige.

For a "useless" prince who had just been publicly humiliated, this seemed like a reasonable move to save face.

Fang Xuan, holding his sword, didn't immediately agree. Instead, he asked directly, "Why?"

Chen Fan's smile remained unchanged, even becoming more sincere: "Immortal, you are wise. Although I am of noble status, I am nothing in this Southern Borderland where there are many cultivators because I have no spiritual root."

"It is my good fortune to meet you two today. Although my residence cannot compare to a blessed land of immortals, it is still quiet and elegant, which is better than the noisy inn. I have no other intention than to establish a good relationship with you two."

His words were half true and half false, and he adopted a very humble attitude.

Fang Xuan understood the situation, but since the other party had offered him accommodation, he was happy to accept.

With his senior sister around, he didn't bother to think too much. It seemed like his senior sister had her own plans.

"Okay," Fang Xuan replied.

A gleam of joy flashed in Chen Fan's eyes, and he quickly stepped aside to lead the way: "Esteemed immortals, this way please."

.......

On the way to the prince's residence, Chen Fan chatted casually, but in reality, he was carefully probing with his words.

Although he lacked spiritual roots and could not cultivate, he was born into royalty and possessed considerable insight and knowledge.

The pressure from Li Zhen's early Foundation Establishment stage had a great impact on the mortals around them, but these two seemed completely unaware of it, and their expressions didn't even change.

This is enough to show that they are at least at the Foundation Establishment stage, or even... higher.

He pondered for a moment, then carefully chose his words: "May I ask what cultivation level this fairy possesses? To be honest, I once obtained a Foundation Establishment Pill by chance. Although it is useless to me, I have always treasured it."

"If you don't mind, this pill will be given to you, Immortal Master, so that it can be put to good use."

Ning Qian didn't stop walking, nor did she turn her gaze to him: "Virtual Core Realm."

Chen Fan's smile froze instantly, his steps faltered, and a layer of cold sweat instantly seeped out from his back.

A Void Core Realm...?!

He was deeply shaken.

Looking across the entire Tianlan Kingdom, there are only two cultivators at the Void Core Realm, and both are revered as national teachers and ancestral figures by the royal family and several top families.

He is secluded year-round, rarely seen.

And this woman before me, who looks so young and has such a cool demeanor, is actually at the Void Core Realm?!

He originally guessed that the other party might be in the mid-stage or even late-stage of Foundation Establishment, which was enough to surprise him and make it an important part of his plan.

But the Void Core Realm... this has completely exceeded his initial expectations.

Putting aside whether a mere Core Formation cultivator would be willing to help me.

He was also afraid of going too far... and that he wouldn't be able to bear the consequences.

He has used his appearance as a useless prince to lull everyone into a false sense of security, while secretly accumulating power.

This includes 30,000 meticulously trained, hidden private soldiers, as well as the cultivators who have been recruited through various means over the years.

He needs strong reinforcements, someone who can hold the line at crucial moments and at least withstand interference from other forces' cultivators.

He originally thought that being able to invite one or two late-stage Foundation Establishment cultivators would be a stroke of good fortune.

But the power of a Void Core Realm cultivator is too strong, so strong that it might turn around and devour him, turning all his schemes into a joke.

What are all the bargaining chips he can offer in the eyes of a Void Core Realm cultivator?

But the arrow was already on the bowstring, and there was no turning back.

The humiliation and coercion suffered by the Prime Minister's residence today is just the beginning.

There were undercurrents in the court, and his brothers, who had spiritual roots and the support of sects, were already eyeing him covetously.

If he doesn't take action soon, what awaits him will not be a peaceful life as a wealthy and idle prince, but a death without a burial place.

The 30,000 private soldiers can no longer be hidden, and their deployment in various places has reached a critical point.

A rebellion that fails means...

.......

Chen Fan forcibly suppressed the turmoil in his heart, forcing a more respectful, even somewhat humble, smile onto his face: "So...so you're a senior at the Void Core Realm! This junior was blind, my apologies, my apologies!"

He lowered his stance even further, and the pleading in his words was no longer concealed.

He knew that playing too many tricks in front of someone at the Void Core Realm might backfire, so it was better to directly show his sincerity.

Ning Qian did not respond immediately, but only glanced at him indifferently.

That gaze was calm and unwavering, yet it made Chen Fan feel an invisible pressure, as if all his thoughts had been seen through.

Fang Xuan listened with interest from the side.

This prince is indeed flexible and quick-witted.

However, since his senior sister agreed to come to his residence, she must have other plans. He just needs to watch the show.

Before long, a vast and magnificent mansion came into view.

A vermilion gate, and towering walls.

The majestic stone lions in front of the gate were indeed befitting of a prince's status, and seemed even more luxurious than those in ordinary princely residences.

Entering the mansion reveals a completely different world.

Pavilions, terraces, rockeries, flowing water, and exotic flowers and plants adorn the area, creating a more spiritual atmosphere than the outside world.

The servants moved about, and upon seeing Chen Fan, they respectfully bowed.

Chen Fan personally led the two to a secluded and quiet courtyard.

The courtyard is spacious, with a main house and side rooms.

"Please rest here for now, seniors. If you need anything, please feel free to ask the servants in the courtyard."

Chen Fan bowed and said, "I will come to bother you again later."

He tactfully withdrew, leaving enough space.

Fang Xuan glanced around the room and thought it was pretty good.

This is indeed a very sincere effort; the courtyard is large and comfortable, and the spiritual energy is also quite good.

The servants quickly brought tea, fruit, and snacks, but Fang Xuan dismissed them all.

He doesn't like being waited on hand and foot, and he dislikes strangers constantly hovering around him.

However, he glanced at the room assignments.

There are actually two spacious and bright side rooms?

Chen Fan's arrangement clearly implies that they are living separately.

Fang Xuan stroked his chin, thinking that this prince was a bit immature.

This level of insight needs improvement.

Ning Qian pulled him directly into one of the rooms, saying, "The feng shui over there is bad, stay... here with me."

Fang Xuan: "Okay, Senior Sister."

What you think about, you get.

.......

After settling in, Fang Xuan began to make plans.

Senior sister brought him to this prince's residence, probably to see what Chen Fan was up to and maybe gain some benefits.

After all, a prince who is secretly accumulating power and plotting great things should have a lot to offer.

As for himself...

All I want to do tonight is successfully seduce my senior sister...

As he thought this, a pure smile appeared on his face...