The Great Ruler: The Ice Emperor Descends, Freezing the World!

Luo Li took a deep breath and slowly said:

"My identity... is actually that of the princess of the Luo Shen clan."

She paused here, her gaze fixed on Bing Tianxiao, as if wanting to see his reaction.

This was the first time she had taken the initiative to talk to Bing Tianxiao about this.

Although she knew that Bing Tianxiao had already guessed it, she still wanted to say it.

As expected, Bing Tianxiao did not show the slightest surprise on his face, but rather had an expression that said, "That's it?"

Luo Li felt a slight sense of relief and continued:

"And Li Xuantong's family is a vassal of our Luoshen clan. In a sense, he is my... guardian knight."

"Guardian Knight?"

Bing Tianxiao exaggeratedly widened his eyes, and said with a look of "grief and indignation":

"Oh! So it turns out I was the 'outsider' who stole her away?"

Am I the villain who broke you up as childhood sweethearts?

He clutched his chest, looking utterly heartbroken.

"Luo Li, Luo Li, I never expected that someone with such thick eyebrows and big eyes would have this kind of situation!"

Wouldn't that make me look like a gigolo seducing the princess? If the old fogies of your clan found out, wouldn't they tear me to pieces?

Luo Li watched his exaggerated acting, and the previously tense atmosphere was instantly broken.

She shook her head helplessly, a hint of a smile flashing in her cool eyes:

"Stop fooling around."

She reached out and gently patted Bing Tianxiao's arm, explaining:

"There's nothing special about our relationship. It's just that because of our families, he's always felt it's his responsibility to protect me."

At this point, her eyes dimmed slightly:

"The Luoshen Clan is not in a good situation right now, and I also bear a lot of responsibilities."

Li Xuantong perhaps felt that he shouldn't be focusing his energy on romantic relationships, much less getting entangled with a guy with "no background."

"So, he approached you to discourage you and to prove... that I'm not right for you."

Bing Tianxiao's playful expression vanished, replaced by a deep and serious look in his eyes.

He reached out and gently stroked Luo Li's soft silver hair, feeling its cool, silky texture, and said softly:

"Silly girl, what are you thinking about?"

He gently pulled Luo Li into his arms, resting his chin on the top of her head, his voice deep and powerful:

"Whether you are a princess or a commoner, no matter what responsibilities you bear, as long as I am here, no one can take you away from me. Not even the Heavenly King himself."

"As for that Li Xuantong..."

A sharp, cold glint flashed in Bing Tianxiao's eyes, but his tone remained relaxed:

"He wants to prove I'm not right for you? Let him try. I'll show him what... the difference in ability really means."

"Besides, you underestimate me too much! A mere genius from a vassal family of the Luo Shen Clan thinks you can make me back down? Dream on!"

Luo Li nestled quietly in his arms, listening to his strong heartbeat and feeling his warm and reassuring embrace. All her worries and anxieties vanished in that moment.

She closed her eyes, a faint smile curving her lips, and softly replied:

"Um."

He taught me what it means to protect!

……

As night deepened, the moonlight shone like water onto the courtyard.

Bing Tianxiao looked at the girl who was sleeping peacefully in his arms, his eyes full of doting affection.

He gently picked her up, carried her back to her room, covered her with the blanket, and then gently kissed her forehead.

Goodnight, my princess.

Stepping out of the room, Bing Tianxiao's gentle expression vanished instantly, replaced by a cold, sharp edge.

"Li Xuantong..."

He muttered to himself:

"Since you want to play, I'll play with you properly. I hope you don't lose too badly."

As a transmigrator, he naturally knew Luo Li's identity all along.

He was even fully aware of the current predicament of the Luo Shen Clan and the potential crises they might face in the future.

But he didn't show it, because he knew that Luo Li didn't want him to get involved in that huge vortex yet.

But that doesn’t mean he’ll stand idly by.

Since I've chosen this path, and since I've decided on this person...

Then no matter what obstacles lie ahead, he will overcome them one by one!

"In a few days..."

Bing Tianxiao clenched his fist, feeling the surging spiritual energy within him, his eyes blazing with fighting spirit:

"I'll use you as a whetstone to test my newfound power!"

He was confident of defeating his opponent even before, let alone now that he is a completely different person!

……

The ten-odd days passed in the blink of an eye.

Northern Cangling Academy, Spirit Battle Platform.

It serves as the highest-level venue within the Lingyuan for resolving personal grudges and exchanging skills.

Today, the Lingdou Platform was packed with people, and the noise reached the sky.

Countless gazes were eagerly focused on the massive blue stone battle platform, and the air was filled with a restless energy that made one's blood boil.

The reason is simple: it's all because of today's protagonist.

One of them is Li Xuantong, a powerful figure who ranks second on the Heavenly Ranking and has long held sway over the Northern Cang Spiritual Academy.

The other one is Bing Tianxiao, the most dazzling dark horse among this year's freshmen, who swept through the top 100 of the Heavenly Ranking with thunderous methods all the way to fifth place!

This clash between the old and the new undoubtedly ignited the entire Spirit Academy's attention.

The stands were already packed.

Not only ordinary students, but even the top-ranked experts who are usually elusive on the Heavenly Rankings all showed up at this moment.

Su Xuan, He Yao, Xu Huang... familiar names one by one.

Mu Chen, the second freshman...

A series of powerful auras were distributed in a well-organized manner in the best positions of view.

The only one absent was Shen Cangsheng, the number one on the Heavenly Ranking who was always away training and rarely seen.

However, everyone has long been used to this.

It would be truly strange if that madman actually appeared in such a setting.

"They're here!"

Someone shouted, and the previously noisy venue fell silent for a moment, followed by an even more enthusiastic cheer.

On one side of the Spirit Battle Platform, a tall and slender figure slowly walked out.

He was dressed in a simple blue robe, with a handsome face and a refined and gentle demeanor, like a well-read scholar.

But with each step he took, the surrounding air seemed to freeze, and an invisible sense of oppression spread like a tide.

It was Li Xuantong.

He remained calm, his gaze not lingering on the stands, but looking directly at the opposite side.

Deep within his eyes, there was a subtle, complex, and scrutinizing quality.

Opposite him, Bing Tianxiao slowly walked out.

Unlike Li Xuantong's composure, he still had a nonchalant and carefree demeanor, with an indifferent expression.

Not far behind him, Luo Li stood quietly.

"His aura seems to have grown stronger again."

In the stands, Crane Demon stood with his arms crossed, his eyes dark and menacing as he scrutinized Bing Tianxiao. His expression was extremely grave.

Su Xuan and Mu Chen on the other side had the same feeling.