Douluo Continent: Tonight, a Fairy Tale Descends

She sought refuge with a titled Douluo.

what does this mean?

This means he can no longer touch her. Offending a Title Douluo for Zhu Zhuqing is a bad deal no matter how you look at it.

Moreover, Dai Mubai already has it in his hands.

The person who truly threatened his throne, his younger brother who shared the same bloodline as him, was currently locked up in a dark basement in Wuhun City, curled up like a stray dog.

Zhu Zhuqing?

She was merely the second daughter of the Zhu family, a reasonably talented inheritor of the Netherworld Cat martial soul.

Her existence will not threaten his throne, but will only shake Zhu Zhuyun's position in the Zhu family.

And Zhu Zhuyun...

Davis opened his eyes and looked at the girl beside him. She was sitting quietly, a faint smile on her beautiful face, as if all of this had nothing to do with her.

"Zhu Yun," he began, "what do you think?"

Zhu Zhuyun chuckled softly, her voice gentle as water: "Your Highness has made the decision. Zhuqing is my sister, and naturally I hope she is safe. But since she has chosen to leave, that is her fate."

She paused, then added, "Besides, Your Highness has already won. Mu Bai is in your hands, and the Zhu family is on your side. Zhu Qing alone can't cause any trouble."

Davis looked at her, a slow smile creeping onto his lips.

clever.

He likes smart women.

“That’s settled then.” Davis stood up, walked to the window, and opened it. The night breeze rushed in, ruffling his blond hair.

"Zhu Zhuqing is nothing to offend a Title Douluo. Let her go."

He turned to look at Commander Zhao, his voice regaining its usual composure and authority: "Get up. This matter ends here."

Commander Zhao felt as if he had been granted a pardon and immediately kowtowed, saying, "Thank you for your forgiveness, Your Highness!"

Davis stopped looking at them and gazed at the dark night sky outside the window.

Title Douluo.

interesting.

His beloved younger brother was imprisoned, and his sister-in-law sought refuge with a Title Douluo. This world is truly getting more and more interesting.

But in any case, the ultimate winner is Davis.

This is enough.

……

The moonlight, like water, spilled onto the winding official road.

Tang Hao led Tang San, Cinderella, and Zhu Zhuqing for another hour or so, their speed so fast that they had already left Wuhun City far behind.

As the first hint of dawn appeared on the eastern horizon, he finally stopped at a three-way intersection.

That's all for now.

Zhu Zhuqing was slightly taken aback and looked up at the tall figure.

Tang Hao turned around, his murky gaze sweeping across her face before landing on Tang San and Cinderella.

"Not far ahead is Heaven Dou City." His voice remained calm, as if stating something perfectly ordinary. "You should be fine going there by yourself."

Zhu Zhuqing nodded, indicating that it was perfectly acceptable.

After all, this place is now far from Wuhun City and the Star Luo Empire. After traveling a little further, we will reach Tiandou City.

Tang Hao was also going to take Cinderella and Tang San to a new place for training.

Chapter 466 Death on a Snowy Night

Zhu Zhuqing knew in her heart that she was already incredibly lucky to have escaped Wuhun City with them.

Tang Hao only saved her because of Tang San and Cinderella. She had no right to ask for more, nor dared to ask for more.

"Thank you so much for saving my life, senior." Zhu Zhuqing bowed deeply to Tang Hao, her voice hoarse but solemn.

Tang Hao waved his hand without saying a word.

Zhu Zhuqing turned to Cinderella again, her lips moved as if she wanted to say something, but she found that her throat felt like it was blocked by something.

Cinderella came over and gently took her hand.

"Take care." Cinderella's voice was soft, yet it carried a reassuring warmth.

Zhu Zhuqing nodded. "You too."

She glanced at Tang San, who was standing behind Cinderella.

She thanked him, though Tang San didn't care about her thanks at all.

From the very first day we met, this person only cared about one person.

She withdrew her gaze, nodded to Cinderella, and turned to walk towards Tiandou City.

A night breeze blew from behind, gently lifting her long, dark hair. She didn't turn around, but simply straightened her back and walked steadily, step by step.

Cinderella only looked away when the slender figure completely disappeared into the morning mist at the end of the official road.

Tang Hao glanced in that direction, said nothing, and turned to walk towards another fork in the road.

"Let's go."

Tang San and Cinderella exchanged a glance and silently followed.

The three figures were quickly swallowed by the morning light and disappeared on the road leading into the distance.

……

Tian Dou City.

A considerable amount of time has passed since the conclusion of the Continental Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament.

The imperial city, which once bustled with excitement because of the competition, has now returned to its former order and prosperity.

The streets were still bustling with traffic, shop assistants were still standing at the door shouting their wares, and storytellers in taverns were still narrating heroic tales, true or false, with great enthusiasm.

Only occasionally will someone mention the finals held in Wuhun City.

Speaking of Snow White, who single-handedly shattered the Spirit Hall's Spirit Fusion Technique.

Speaking of the championship trophy won by the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy.

Then, amidst sighs of regret, they went on with their lives.

Deep within the palace.

In the emperor's bedchamber on a snowy night, the lights burned all night long.

The imperial physicians came and went, and the servants hurried along, each with a cautious and fearful expression on their face.

Since the end of the Soul Master Competition, His Majesty's health has been deteriorating day by day.

First came the cough, then the hemoptysis, and then he couldn't even get out of bed.

The imperial physician said it was due to overwork and required rest.

But everyone knows that this emperor, who has ruled the Heavenly Dou Empire for decades, probably doesn't have much time left.

Xue Qinghe stayed by the sickbed day and night, never taking off his clothes, and personally served him medicine.

The court officials witnessed this and were all deeply moved by his benevolence and filial piety.

Those who were originally hesitant and wavering began to flock to the Crown Prince's residence.

After all, everyone knows that the heavens of the Heavenly Dou Empire are about to change.

That night.

The moonlight, as clear as water, spilled over the majestic palace buildings, gilding the golden glazed tiles with a layer of silver.

Queen Eva's bedroom was dimly lit.

The heavy velvet curtains blocked out the moonlight, leaving only a few soul-guiding lamps embedded in the walls emitting a soft and constant glow.

A delicate, cool fragrance filled the air, creating a subtle contrast with the faint sound of the night wind coming from outside the window.

Eva reclined on a large, soft couch covered with snow-white animal hides, her dark green court dress making her skin appear even whiter.

She toyed with a string of understated black pearls in her hand, her emerald eyes like deep pools in the dim light, their calm surface concealing thoughts that no one could fathom.

Qian Renxue sat upright in the chair opposite her.

Shedding the gentle, refined, and patriotic facade she wore in court and before her ministers, she sat upright, dressed in simple moon-white casual clothes. Her face lacked some of the crown prince's majesty, but possessed a cool and sharp quality that reflected her true nature.

The weariness that had been taut between his brows for years seemed even more pronounced than usual.

It's not because I'm tired.

It's because it's fast.

almost.

More than a decade of lying low, more than a decade of forbearance, more than a decade of walking on thin ice.

It's finally coming to an end.

"How much longer can he hold on?" Eva's voice was as smooth as a pearl in her hand, filled with concern, but revealing little emotional fluctuation.

Qian Renxue picked up the warm black tea in front of her and took a small sip.

The cold fingertips felt the warmth from the porcelain cup, and the chill between his brows softened unconsciously for a moment.

"The imperial physician said it will take at most a month." She put down her teacup, her voice as calm as if stating a fact unrelated to herself.

"But in reality, given his current condition, he could die at any moment."

Eva gently fiddled with the pearl necklace in her hand, her emerald green eyes slightly narrowed.

"A month... is too long."

Qian Renxue raised her eyes and looked at her.