"Housekeeper Zhao, take him away and settle him down," Zhao Qining said. Housekeeper Zhao led Nie Li away.
"Father, now that we have the Earth Dragon Fruit, Chutong's illness is already cured," Zhao Chujian said, seeing that his father was silent.
"What I'm worried about is the grudge between Nie Li and Chuan. Let's take it one step at a time!" Zhao Qining was also worried. His son had a deep grudge with Zhao Chuan. As a father, he also wanted to help Zhao Chuan vent his anger. Rather than crippling Zhao Chuan's dantian, he might as well kill him. However, that person's identity wasn't something he could casually deal with.
He could only blame himself for being too weak. However, he could do it soon. Zhao Qining's eyes flashed with a trace of madness.
But now that Nie Li had brought the Earth Dragon Fruit to his side, if he were to make a move on Nie Li because of Zhao Chuan's matter, he would have a bad reputation. He couldn't justify it, and all the hangers-on would be disappointed.
"Then father, don't let him stay in the mansion. Arrange for him to go out and carry out missions," Zhao Chujian suggested. Since the two of them were jealous of each other, then it would be better to not let them meet.
"That's the only way." Zhao Qining thought for a moment and could only accept his eldest son's suggestion. While he was at it, he could also check Nie Li's strength. If he wasn't strong enough and died outside, then that would be the best outcome.
"You can stay here. If you have any instructions, just arrange it." Because he hadn't received any instructions from the prince, Housekeeper Zhao didn't dare to neglect Nie Li. He found a good room for him to stay.
"Thank you for your trouble." Nie Li still thanked him. Housekeeper Zhao nodded, turned around, and left.
Nie Li casually sat down in the room. He guessed that Zhao Qining would arrive soon. It was impossible for him to sit by and watch him stay in the mansion. Sure enough, after two hours, Housekeeper Zhao opened the door and announced that the prince had arrived.
Zhao Qining changed his clothes. When he saw Nie Li sitting upright and looking at him without any intention of standing up to greet him, he couldn't help feeling a little angry. This kid was really rude.
Nie Li noticed the dissatisfaction in Zhao Qining's eyes. Compared to Emperor Song, Zhao Qining was still lacking. "I presume that His Highness has already made arrangements for me!" The conflict between him and Zhao Chuan was already irreconcilable. Furthermore, Zhao Qining definitely wouldn't help an outsider. Therefore, he could only deal with Nie Li himself.
Of course, there were only two ways to deal with him. The first was to vaporize him, but Zhao Qining would never do that. He knew that Zhao Qining had countless hangers-on under him. If he killed him, it would inevitably disappoint others.
Then all that was left was to send him away.
"You're pretty smart." Zhao Qining was a little surprised. When he thought about how Nie Li had been sitting there all this time, he realized that Nie Li had been waiting for him. It seems that his son is inferior to Nie Li. It's not without reason. At the very least, Nie Li's intelligence and quick-wittedness are hard to come by.
"That's good too. If you don't bring your brain with you, you'll probably die a long time ago." Nie Li said. He picked up the cup on the table and poured two cups of water. Zhao Qining glanced at it and didn't take it. Nie Li also didn't reject it. He picked up the teacup and slowly drank.
"Give me the Earth Dragon Fruit. From now on, you're a member of my Imperial Household." Zhao Qining's tone was overbearing as he directly asked Nie Li. Nie Li didn't refuse. He took out the Earth Dragon Fruit from his bosom and threw it to Zhao Qining.
Zhao Qining grabbed the heavy fruit in his hand. He never thought that Nie Li would be so free and easy. This was the only condition that Nie Li had against him. Yet, Nie Li gave it to him so easily.
"Interesting." Zhao Qining looked at Nie Li's appearance and sighed.
"A wise man submits to circumstances. This thing was originally my bargaining chip. Since I want it, I have to give it up. I believe that your Imperial Highness isn't someone who would burn the bridge after crossing the river! "Nie Li drank the water in the cup in one gulp.
"In a moment, Steward Zhao will bring you to the place you should go. You'll naturally know when you get there. If you perform well, I'll give you the Divine Spiritual Wood. "Zhao Qining looked deeply at Nie Li, left behind a sentence, turned around and left.
"Interesting kid," Zhao Qining muttered in his heart. Nie Li heaved a sigh of relief. At least for now, everything seemed to be going smoothly. He had entered the Imperial Household and temporarily gained their trust. However, who was the person that the Song Emperor had mentioned?
Presumably, that person wouldn't show up so easily. It seemed that he had to rely on himself to gather information. After an incense stick's worth of time, Steward Zhao's voice sounded. Nie Li stood up and followed Steward Zhao into the carriage.
The two of them sat in the carriage in silence. Neither of them spoke. Nie Li closed his eyes, but his divine sense and vigilance didn't relax in the slightest. Steward Zhao also didn't say a word. He could only hear the ruts of the carriage and the gradually dissipating noise of the marketplace. Nie Li knew that he was already far away from the Song Capital. As for where he went, he didn't know.
The carriage slowly came to a stop. "We're here." Steward Zhao pulled open the curtain and took the lead to alight. Nie Li followed behind and discovered that they were in a manor. However, the manor was deep in the mountains and surrounded by continuous mountain ranges. It was very quiet.
However, there was a group of people in the manor. They were very casual. Some were cultivating, some were eating, drinking, and talking loudly.
"Gather." After Steward Zhao finished speaking, everyone lazily stood in four rows. The first row was led by a man with a huge sword on his back. The second row was led by a white-haired old man. The third row was led by a scantily clad woman. The fourth row was led by a feminine-looking man.
"The one with the huge sword is Yan Kuo. The white-haired man is Old Wu. As for the woman, she is Li Shu. The last one is the hardest to deal with. He is called Underworld Hand. "Steward Zhao quietly introduced the four people to Nie Li. Clearly, these four were the main characters.
"Everyone, we've brought a newcomer today. Do what you need to do and say! I still have to return to the Prince's Mansion to report. "Steward Zhao placed Nie Li in the middle of the manor, got into the carriage, and left.
The others looked at Nie Li, who was standing straight in the middle. "What's a kid who hasn't even grown out yet doing here? Playing house?" The feminine-looking man said. His drooping eyes looked somewhat fierce. The most eye-catching part was his left hand. It was pitch-black and had sharp nails that flickered with a cold light.
"Boss, don't speak so casually. I reckon that this handsome little brother was given to us by the Prince to play with. " A man with heavy makeup stood behind Underworld Hand. He looked at Nie Li and licked his lips. If it wasn't for his rough voice, Nie Li would have thought that he was a woman.
"Su Yao, if you have the ability, then go ahead! I won't stop you. "Ghost Hand heard Su Yao's words and said.
"Scram!" Nie Li never thought that this person would have homosexual interests. Just thinking about it made him feel a chill. A layer of goosebumps appeared all over his body and he couldn't help cursing.
"Brat, looks like I'll have to teach you how to conduct yourself." Hearing Nie Li's words, Su Yao gnashed his teeth, causing his face to twist.
"This little brother is really handsome. Why don't you give him to me? " Li Shu took small steps and walked in front of Nie Li. Her swaying body and enchanting figure aroused the lust of the surrounding men. However, no one dared to look at her.
"If I give him to you, I'm afraid that he'll be done by tomorrow. Let's wait for the Lord to return before deciding! "Yan Shan said.
Li Shu had already walked in front of Nie Li and used her fair fingers to lift Nie Li's chin. Her aura was already pressing down on Nie Li.
Nie Li's nose was filled with a special fragrance that seeped into his heart and lungs. Looking at Li Shu's face that was so close to him, with her exquisite facial features and enchanting demeanor, it was truly captivating.
Nie Li wasn't willing to be looked at like this by her. However, he couldn't do anything about the other party's strength. He could only barely resist with all his might. How could he have the strength to stop Li Shu's frivolous actions?
Looking at Nie Li's calm appearance, the corner of Li Shu's mouth curled into a smile. She withdrew her aura and said, "You're really good-looking. I can't hold it in any longer." Li Shu moved closer to Nie Li's ear and exhaled. Her charming voice was like an electric current that brushed across Nie Li's back.
Nie Li couldn't help taking a step back, increasing the distance between them as he vigilantly looked at Li Shu. When the latter saw Nie Li's vigilant look, she couldn't help but chuckle. On the other hand, Yan Shan took a few more glances at Nie Li. They had all fallen for Li Shu's charms before. They never thought that this newcomer would be so indifferent to it.
"Is big sister that scary?" Li Shu pretended to be wronged as she looked at Nie Li. Her beautiful eyes moved, causing others to feel pity for her.
"I hope you can conduct yourself with dignity." Nie Li calmed his emotions. He had also been absent-minded for a moment. However, his Magic Core trembled, instantly waking him up.
"What an interesting guy." Li Shu laughed even louder. The others also looked like they were watching a good show.
"But you're so good-looking. I wonder why the Prince arranged for you to be here." Li Shu said with some regret.
"What's wrong with this place?" Nie Li asked.
"This is Shadow Kill, a sword used by the Prince to kill. Naturally, if you want to kill, you'll be killed. "Li Shu's implication was that it was easy to die here.
"Since you dare to come out and walk the Jianghu, you've already tied your head to your belt." Nie Li was not afraid because of Li Shu's words. He had come all the way here to kill. If he wanted to kill, he naturally had the awareness of being killed.
When the others saw Nie Li's murderous nature, they were also a little surprised. It seemed that this young newcomer was indeed a little different.
"Not bad, he's a good seedling. When the Lord returns, he'll personally arrange it!" After Old Wu finished speaking, everyone returned to their previous lazy appearance. Nie Li looked at these people. Their strength varied, but the weakest was at the early Xiantian realm, the same as himself.
However, looking at these people, it seemed that there were all kinds of people. However, this was not something Nie Li should consider. What he needed to do now was to be like these people and wait here for the so-called Lord to return.
Time passed by minute by minute. Everyone was doing their own things. After waiting for such a long time, no one showed any dissatisfaction. It seemed that this Lord should be a key figure.
"There's a mission." A deep voice rang out from all directions. Everyone quivered and quickly stood up. They lined up neatly, forming a strong contrast with the way they faced Steward Zhao just now.
A man slowly walked over from the distance. Although his footsteps were slow, every time his foot landed, he would move several meters. This movement technique was extraordinary.
The man was around thirty years old. Within this group of people, he appeared to be extremely young. His appearance was ordinary, and he looked just like an ordinary person. However, his eyes had an extremely sharp glint. With a single glance, one would be unable to forget them.
"It seems that a newcomer has arrived. However, he's so young. I don't know his weight. Someone come and test his martial arts. "The man swept his gaze over the people below.
"My Lord, I'll do it." Su Yao volunteered. He had finally seized the opportunity. He would definitely cherish it.
Su Yao looked at Nie Li and smiled charmingly. She swayed her waist and walked out of the crowd.
Nie Li placed his left hand on his waist and calmly looked at Su Yao.
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