Douluo Continent: Copying Ya Li, the Carefree King of the Sun and Moon

The convoy continued driving forward. The further north they went, the more prosperous the cities along the road became, and the more widespread the use of soul tools became.

Moreover, the morale of the city's citizens is much better than that of the apathetic people on the border.

Once you get near Mingdu, you can even see many soul-guided flying vehicles flying at low altitudes along the roadside, coming and going.

That thing is a low-altitude detector, and Xu Yanli is already used to it.

Tang Ling was completely stunned, and even though Huo Yuhao tried his best to remain calm, he couldn't hide the shock in his eyes.

Only Gu Yuena remained quietly leaning against the corner from beginning to end, her face expressionless.

These things made by humans were indeed quite novel to her.

However, since the soul beasts haven't been severely beaten by the soul tools, they naturally don't think that these things are that powerful.

Chapter 77 Welcoming the Carefree Prince Back to the Capital

But her gaze kept falling on Xu Yanli.

Outside the gates of Mingdu, the convoy slowly came to a stop.

It's not that I need to be checked, it's that I can't move forward at all.

Upon seeing this scene, Xu Yanli slowly put on a mask, instantly covering most of his face.

It seems that his elder brother, the Crown Prince, wields considerable power, as he was able to detect their return so quickly.

"Boss, what kind of mask are you wearing?" Tang Ling asked Xu Yanli nervously.

Xu Yanli smiled but did not say anything.

Tang Ling suddenly realized something, then peeked out and was completely dumbfounded.

The city gate was densely packed with people, with squads of fully armed imperial guards at the front, creating an impressive and imposing sight.

Behind the Imperial Guards stood a large group of civil and military officials dressed in various official robes, numbering at least a hundred.

Further behind were crowds of onlookers, a sea of ​​people that completely blocked the city gate.

At the very front of everyone was a beautifully designed wheelchair, and a person was sitting in it.

The man was dressed in a black brocade robe and looked quite handsome, but there was a hint of effeminate coldness in his eyes, making him seem like a bad person.

It is Xu Tianran, the crown prince of the Sun Moon Empire, and also Xu Yanli's elder brother.

A hint of helplessness flashed in Xu Yanli's eyes. He still needed to use the identity of the Pavilion Master of Xiaoyao Pavilion in the future. If so many people came, wouldn't it be bad for his disguise?

After all, he had always avoided previous events if possible, and if he couldn't avoid them, he would wear a mask.

You should probably keep your mask on securely.

Xu Yanli stepped out of the carriage, and seeing the scene before him, his lips twitched involuntarily: "Brother, what are you doing..."

Xu Tianran pushed the wheelchair up to greet him, and before he could finish speaking, he reached out and pulled him over.

"It's good that you're back," Xu Tianran said gently.

Xu Yanli froze for a moment, his eyes suddenly looking down, before he softly replied, "I'm back."

Xu Tianran looked at him and suddenly frowned: "You've lost weight."

Xu Yanli was speechless for a moment: "..."

How much weight could you possibly lose in just one year?

But there's a saying in this world: your loved ones think you've lost weight...

Of course, it's possible that it was just simple small talk.

Before he could even speak, Xu Tianran's gaze had already passed over him and turned to the person behind him.

He recognized Kong Deming. He recognized Long Xiaoyao, who was wearing a mask, but didn't point it out. Gu Yuena was stunningly beautiful with silver hair and purple eyes, but he only glanced at her once before looking away. Tang Ling was ordinary and clearly came from a commoner background.

As for Huo Yuhao...

Xu Tianran's gaze lingered on Huo Yuhao's face for a moment. The face looked somewhat familiar, but he couldn't remember where he had seen it before.

Perhaps it's because of Duke Baihu; it has to be said that Huo Yuhao's face vaguely reflects the Duke Baihu's features.

Of course, what caught his attention most were the hundreds of people behind him, especially the old man who was the leader of those hundred or so people. He was full of killing intent and should not be a simple person.

Xu Yanli noticed his gaze and took a step to the side, blocking Huo Yuhao's view: "Brother, these are the friends I made at Shrek Academy, and the people I rescued along the way."

However, Xu Yanli muttered to himself, "Why would Xu Tianran suddenly pay attention to Huo Yuhao? Oh well, I'd better block him."

Xu Tianran withdrew her gaze, smiled and nodded: "Since he is Yan Li's friend, then he is my friend. Let's go into the city, Father is waiting in the palace."

After he finished speaking, he raised his hand and waved it. The imperial guards behind him immediately parted to make way, and the civil and military officials on both sides bowed in unison.

"Welcome back to the court, Your Highness the Carefree Prince!"

The sound was deafening, and the momentum was particularly strong.

Tang Ling followed behind Xu Yanli, his legs trembling: "Boss... Boss, you're amazing..."

Xu Yanli ignored him and glanced back at Huo Yuhao.

Huo Yuhao kept his head down and followed closely behind him without saying a word.

Xu Yanli withdrew his gaze and followed Xu Tianran's carriage, slowly entering Mingdu.

Inside the Imperial Study of the Sun and Moon Empire's Imperial Palace.

The emperor of the Sun and Moon Empire sat behind his desk, looking at the young man bowing before him, his eyes filled with satisfaction.

"Get up."

Xu Yanli stood up straight, his hands hanging down, and stood to the side.

The emperor looked at him and suddenly sighed: "You've had a hard time on this trip."

Xu Yanli shook his head: "To share the burdens of the country."

The emperor smiled and looked at the man behind him: "You said in your letter that you brought back someone and wanted to give him a position?"

Xu Yanli nodded, signaling to the eunuch at the door to let Xiao Dingtian in.

"This is Xiao Dingtian, the former Grand General of the Star Luo Empire, and also the commander of my mother's personal guard."

The emperor's eyes narrowed slightly, and he paused noticeably as he picked up the scroll beside him.

Xiao Dingtian stepped forward, knelt on one knee, and gave a standard military salute: "Xiao Dingtian greets Your Majesty."

The emperor looked at him, remained silent for a moment, and then suddenly laughed: "General? Good, very good general."

He stood up, walked over to Xiao Dingtian, and personally helped him up.

"Since you are willing to follow my carefree king to my Sun Moon Empire because of your loyalty, the empire will certainly not treat you unfairly."

"From this day forward, you will be the Grand General of my Sun Moon Empire, in charge of the Left Battalion of the Imperial Guard."

Xu Yanli frowned slightly. The Left Battalion of the Imperial Guard was one of the most elite troops guarding the imperial city.

Why was it suddenly handed over to his people?

Xu Yanli looked up at the emperor, who patted him on the shoulder: "Do a good job. Your father trusts you completely."

Xiao Dingtian, instead of being respectful, kowtowed again, feigning extreme excitement, and said, "Your subject obeys the decree!"

Xu Tianran, sitting quietly in his wheelchair the whole time, watched everything with a smile on his face.

But when his gaze fell on Xu Yanli, a fleeting, indescribable light flashed in the depths of his eyes.

This kid left as a Soul King, and now... he's a sixth-ring Soul King?

He got promoted in just one year? No, that's not right.

His aura was far more profound than that of an ordinary Soul Emperor, not just level six, but at least a high-level Soul Emperor, and perhaps even... close to Soul Saint.

Xu Tianran's smile remained gentle, seemingly unconcerned, but his grip on the wheelchair armrest tightened subtly.

His younger brother was growing up too fast, so fast that it made him a little uneasy.

Furthermore, his subordinates have already seized some power, which suggests that his father, the emperor, is uneasy about him.

It was already dark when we left the palace.

Xu Tianran personally escorted Xu Yanli back to the Xiaoyao Prince's Mansion.

At the entrance of the Prince's Mansion, Xu Tianran grabbed his wrist: "Yan Li."

Xu Yanli turned around: "Royal brother?"

Xu Tianran looked at him and remained silent for a long while before softly saying, "You've changed a lot in the year since I last saw you."

Xu Yanli smiled slightly: "People always change."

Xu Tianran nodded and let go of his hand: "Go on, get some rest. Tomorrow... I'll come find you for drinks tomorrow."

After saying that, without waiting for Xu Yanli's reply, he waved his hand and had the servant push the wheelchair away.

Xu Yanli stood at the entrance of the Prince's mansion, watching the figure walk further and further away.

The moonlight shone on the two figures, casting long shadows on the ground, seemingly concealing something inexplicable, or perhaps foreshadowing something.

Xu Yanli withdrew his gaze, turned around, and walked into the Prince's Mansion.

Behind him, the gates of the Prince's Mansion slowly closed.

Whether Xu Yanli or others arrange accommodations, it's not really a big problem that the Prince of Xiaoyao's mansion is large enough to accommodate so many students.

Moreover, the Xiao family should be able to move out and build their own mansion tomorrow.

Chapter 78 Still have to attend court?

"Ice Emperor, Gu Yuena, Huo Yuhao, you three go to the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy tomorrow. Luo Xu will help you with the enrollment procedures," Xu Yanli casually instructed.

As Xu Yanli spoke, he looked at the guard who had been with him since childhood, walked to his side, and patted him on the shoulder: "Make one for me while you're at it."

"Understood, Your Highness. This is the court robe His Majesty sent over. You must attend court at 7 a.m. tomorrow." None of what Luo Xu said was what Xu Yanli wanted to hear.

It's seven o'clock! How can he possibly live?

Xu Yanli looked at Luo Xu speechlessly.