I really am a Titled Douluo

This sentence caused Xue Qinghe's pupils to constrict...

The former's words undoubtedly revealed one thing!

Besides the Titled Douluo stationed within the imperial palace, there's also a Titled Douluo providing close protection!

This matter, even I hadn't discovered!!

However, on the surface, I remained unaffected and said, "I see. No wonder Father has already thought of this, I was just overthinking!"

Xue Ye, however, continued on this topic, "Speaking of this, now that Xue Beng has Poison Douluo for protection, there's no need to worry about safety!"

"But in your case, I'm considering whether to dispatch a Soul Master expert to protect you closely!"

Presently, I only have Xue Beng and Xue Qinghe as my sons, and if anything happened to either of them, it would undoubtedly be a significant blow!

Nevertheless, this remark caused Xue Qinghe to become instantly cautious. He clasped his fists and said, "Father, your kindness is appreciated, but even if abyssal creatures were to invade, they wouldn't dare act so boldly in the imperial palace. Besides, haven't you already assigned a Titled Douluo expert to guard the palace?"

Could it be that Xue Ye discovered something?

To me, this so-called protection might be more about surveillance!

But, I shouldn't have made any mistakes!

Could it be a deliberate test??

Xue Ye pursed his lips, as if deliberating over something...

"Words aside, if an abyssal creature did attack, that Titled Douluo might not be able to arrive immediately!"

Seeing that the other side still wanted to assign people to "protect" him, Xue Qinghe hastily said, "Father, you can rest assured, although I don't have the protection of a Titled Douluo, it's not like I have no means of self-protection!"

This left Xue Ye a bit surprised, but he didn't dwell on it too much...

"Oh? Seems like you've made some preparations, alright then, I won't interfere."

There's a nagging feeling that Qinghe seems somewhat resistant to this matter, yet nothing feels amiss!

Perhaps I've underestimated him. After all, he is the most outstanding prince!

Only then did Xue Qinghe breathe a sigh of relief...

Fortunately, Xue Ye didn't force orders, otherwise, there would be no way to disobey!

By then, every move would be monitored; it's exhausting just to think about it!

Xue Ye took a deep breath, "Alright, you may withdraw for now. Also, summon Xue Beng, I have something to discuss with him!"

Xue Qinghe masked his impatience and said, "Yes, Father!"

It seems that with Tang Yuehua's guidance, Xue Ye's trust in Xue Beng has increased a bit more!

Otherwise, how could he have called him over!

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After departing, Xue Qinghe followed Xue Ye's command and arrived at the Moon Pavilion!

The teacher responsible for guarding the Moon Pavilion seemed slightly surprised upon seeing the former, "Crown... Crown Prince, why have you come to the Moon Pavilion today?"

Xue Qinghe smiled and replied, "Why? Although I'm not currently studying at the Moon Pavilion, does it mean I can't come?"

The teacher hastily explained, "N... No, it's just the Moon Pavilion can't teach you anything useful anymore."

Xue Qinghe clearly did not intend to nitpick, "No need to worry, I'm here to meet Chief Tang, and Xue Beng should be here, right?"

The former nodded in affirmation, "Y... Yes, at noon, Lord Xue Beng was already in the Moon Pavilion learning under Chief Tang!"

"Then... please wait a moment, Your Highness, I'll go inform the Chief!"

With that, the teacher politely bowed and entered the depths of the Moon Pavilion...

Once he disappeared, Xue Qinghe's expression turned icy, "So indeed he's still in the Moon Pavilion, it seems Tang Yuehua is quite satisfied with my younger brother!"

"Thus, I have no choice but to consider listing Tang Yuehua as an enemy."

Her existence would also affect my succession to the throne!

Not long after, Tang Yuehua and Xue Beng appeared from the front.....

"Crown Prince!"

"Brother"

Xue Qinghe instinctively ignored the latter and addressed Tang Yuehua, "No need for formalities, Chief Tang, after all, I was once taught by you."

Tang Yuehua replied stoically, "I can't, Crown Prince, as you've always been esteemed by His Majesty Xue Ye, I naturally must not be disrespectful."

Besides, Xue Beng clenched his fists...

Knowing full well he was being ignored, but had to swallow it...

Just then, Xue Qinghe turned to Xue Beng, feigning surprise, "Oh right, I hadn't expected you to be here, Xue Beng. It seems the rumors in the palace are true, you're studying under Chief Tang."

Xue Beng took a deep breath and forced a smile, "Yes, Brother, but aren't you also studying under Sect Master Ning?"

Xue Qinghe sighed, "Sigh, it's a long story. Recently, some things happened at the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect, so my teacher's lessons have been postponed for now."

"Never mind, it's not the time to talk about these things."

"Xue Beng, Father wants to discuss something with you, get ready and head to the imperial palace as soon as possible!"

Xue Beng frowned and instinctively looked at Tang Yuehua...

The latter nodded slightly...

"Lord Xue Beng, go on, don't keep His Majesty Xue Ye waiting any longer!"

Only then did Xue Beng clasp his fists and say, "Yes, then Brother, Chief Tang, please excuse my early departure."

He took a deep look at Xue Qinghe before leaving the Moon Pavilion...

Tang Yuehua withdrew her gaze, "Crown Prince, your personal visit to the Moon Pavilion, surely it's for more than just this?"

Xue Qinghe didn't deny it, "As expected of Chief Tang, actually, there's something I'd like to ask!"

"You know, the upper three families have recently, for some reason, increased their vigilance, so..."

"So?"

Tang Yuehua had an ominous feeling...

Xue Qinghe stated his request, "I would like to follow and study under you for a while during this period."

Hearing this, Tang Yuehua immediately discerned the real intent behind his request and unhesitatingly chose to refuse, "Crown Prince, your performance at the Moon Pavilion was outstanding, even I have nothing more to teach you."

It seems, seeking teaching is a guise!

Wanting to trip Xue Beng covertly is the truth!

Xue Qinghe didn't give up and said again, "Chief Tang, you think too highly of me, compared to you, I still fall short. Could it be, you're unwilling?"

Tang Yuehua's expression darkened a bit but still found a reason to tactfully decline...

"Crown Prince, it's not that I'm unwilling to teach you, it's just that teaching Lord Xue Beng alone has already exhausted me."

"If I had to teach two people simultaneously, I'm afraid it would exceed my abilities."

This resolute refusal wasn't unexpected to Xue Qinghe...

At once, he displayed a look of regret, "I see, what a pity, I thought I could continue learning from Chief Tang, was a bit presumptuous and didn't consider your situation."

"If that's the case, I won't disturb you any further, farewell!!"

It seems it's confirmed, Tang Yuehua has already taken Xue Beng's side....

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