The two walked back towards the hall.
In the hall, the three were still chatting harmoniously, the atmosphere was pleasant, but a slight sense of distance was still perceptible.
After all, the three had only just become acquainted, not to mention that none of them were particularly enthusiastic or lively, and they lacked a mediator like Du Gu Yan.
Seeing the two return, all three turned their gazes towards them.
Especially after seeing that the initial agitation had disappeared from Du Gu Yan's face, they were all curious about what Han Li had said to her.
As soon as Du Gu Yan stepped into the hall, she shook off Han Li and went straight to Ye Lingling, a smile returning to her face.
Soon, under Du Gu Yan's guidance, the previous topic was quietly ignored, and they began to talk about other things.
Han Li only stayed in the hall for a short while before taking his leave, not wanting to disturb their conversation.
He went around to the back of the residence and saw Dugu Bo leisurely drinking tea.
"Why are you here? Didn't Yan Yan say she was going to introduce you to the Ye Family's little girl?"
Dugu Bo glanced at him, unable to understand why he wasn't staying in the front and instead came to find him, an old man.
"I came to ask Grandfather about the Ye Family's situation."
Han Li sat down opposite him without ceremony and poured himself a cup of tea.
"The Ye Family? What? Have you taken a fancy to their family?"
Dugu Bo put down his cup and scrutinized his expression.
"You could say that, after all, the Nine Heart Sea Tangs, I don't think any power would ignore them."
Han Li took a sip of the fragrant hot tea and looked up with a smile.
"Nine Heart Sea Tangs, they're not easy to move, especially with your current status. Acting rashly might cause a big stir."
Dugu Bo's expression turned serious as he spoke earnestly.
"Yes, I know. I just want to understand the situation. Don't worry, I never do anything I'm not sure of."
Han Li refilled his tea, indicating that he knew the importance of the matter.
"Have you taken a fancy to the Ye Family's girl again?"
Dugu Bo looked at him for a long time before suddenly speaking.
"Cough cough cough."
Han Li, who had just taken a sip of tea, was startled by his words and spat out a mouthful of tea, choking and coughing several times before he recovered.
"What are you talking about, old man? Ye Lingling was brought here by Sister Yan, okay? I've never even met her before. And what do you mean by 'again'?"
Han Li glared at the old fellow opposite him, sending him a dissatisfied look.
"That's not important. Anyway, I can't control you, kid. With your personality, would you inquire about the Ye Family if you hadn't taken a fancy to their little girl?"
Dugu Bo wore an expression that said he had already guessed the truth, but he didn't show any anger or other emotions.
His granddaughter had already offered herself, and she was willing. What could he interfere with?
At least this kid was really good to his own people. Didn't he see that Yan Yan was almost a Soul Emperor? If she had married someone else, they wouldn't have had this ability.
"Forget it, you'll find out later. Tell me about them first."
Han Li was too lazy to explain. Even if he said he hadn't, Dugu Bo wouldn't believe him.
"Okay, I knew it. Come on, let me tell you..."
Seeing that he didn't deny it, Dugu Bo began to tell him about the Ye Family.
...
Han Li stayed at the DuGu Family until after dinner before returning to Spirit Hall.
According to his agreement with Qian Daoliu before his departure, aside from Qian Renxue's matter, he had to stay in Heaven Dou Imperial City for at least seven days.
In the following days, he would also have to conduct an inspection and evaluation of the work of the local Spirit Hall personnel.
Of course, it was just for show, but the process still had to be followed.
Fortunately, he had made plans in advance and had enough time.
After Han Li returned to his room, he summoned his Good Son again, inquired about the situation of several people he was particularly concerned about, and then entered cultivation.
In the following days, Han Li's schedule was packed full, keeping him extremely busy. It wasn't so much physically tiring, but mentally exhausting, and his face was almost frozen from smiling so much.
Sure enough, he still wasn't used to such occasions. He was even somewhat looking forward to Qian Renxue quickly arranging a battle with him.
He just didn't know if Qian Renxue was doing it on purpose. In the following days, the two occasionally encountered each other, and even had a routine interaction, but she didn't mention the battle at all, acting just like the real Xue Qinghe.
Finally, on the noon of the seventh day, Salas came to tell him that everything was over, which finally relieved Han Li.
And that same evening, Qian Renxue also sent a message, the time and place for the battle had been chosen.
The day after tomorrow, during the day, at a manor under Xue Qinghe's name.
At that time, she would use the name of the Heaven Dou Crown Prince to invite him out of the city for fun, and the people there were all those who had been gradually infiltrated by the Spirit Hall over the years, absolutely reliable.
And she also specifically told Han Li that he didn't need to worry about the scouts, she would send someone to take care of it, and he just needed to bring his strength.
Han Li smiled when he heard the words she sent over. Putting everything else aside, she was very confident.
As for Qian Renxue saying that she would arrange everything, Han Li naturally, well, didn't quite trust it.
Fortunately, this matter was nothing to him. He could just let his Good Son monitor everything in all directions.
As for if anything was really discovered, She Mao, Ci Tun, plus Dugu Bo, those who were discovered should first consider escaping the pursuit of the three.
Near Heaven Dou City, unless the top combat power of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School came out in full force, otherwise, it could only be said that one would die for every one that came.
And a Spirit Hall Saint Child who looked about the same age as his daughter, purely out on official business, with even his strength unknown, Ning Fengzhi probably wouldn't be cautious to that extent.
With the time for the duel confirmed, and nothing else for Han Li to do, he simply spent the spare day in between accompanying the girls to go shopping.
During the days when Han Li was carrying out official duties, Du Gu Yan and the others had gone wild.
In Spirit City, because of Han Li, they spent most of their time cultivating. Even when they occasionally went out to play, they always felt like teachers and higher-ups were watching them, and they always felt a little restrained.
Now, having arrived in Heaven Dou City, firstly, Han Li was busy and temporarily couldn't take care of them, and secondly, Dugu Bo was a granddaughter-doting Grandfather, and was also very tolerant of the other girls.
Now with Ye Lingling as an excuse, the four of them had almost explored the surrounding area in just a few days.
Even Ye Lingling, because she had someone to accompany her, had been in much better condition these days.
In the afternoon, Qian Renxue, not knowing what had gotten into her, actually joined the group's activities under the identity of Xue Qinghe.
Of course, she could only choose to hang far behind the girls with Han Li, no different from a guard.
"Why are you here?"
Han Li lowered his voice, his face full of smiles, but his words and expression had no relation whatsoever.
"I don't want to either, this is Father, oh, Xue Ye asked me to come, Du Gu Yan is fine, it's too late, but you can't get too close to Ye Lingling."
"With your public appearance this time, your information has been leaked. Du Gu Yan is one thing, because no one knows when you two got together."
"But Shui Bing'er, the matter of Tianshui Academy can't be hidden from others. He asked me to come and see the situation, to prevent Ye Lingling from being tricked away by you in a muddle. If that really happens, then the Ye Family, he won't be able to handle it."
Xue Qinghe also had a smile on his face, but his eyes were full of teasing.
My reputation has been ruined, Han Li's expression remained unchanged, but in his heart, he fiercely condemned the group of people who were digging up his past.
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