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Chapter 390: Chapter 382: Journey to Another Country

Shen Tang was slightly taken aback, finding this name inexplicably familiar.

She recalled that on the day at the volcano, an assassin, who appeared suddenly, seemed to have mentioned this name, calling Shen Li ”Prince Jiuli.”

Shen Li was an orphan adopted by the Royal Family, so naturally, this name wasn’t real either.

It seems that is his true name.

But the situation was too urgent at the time, and Shen Tang didn’t hear it clearly. To be honest, she wasn’t even sure if she heard it wrong.

Do these things have anything to do with Shen Li...?

Shen Li had been gone for so long, and perhaps because his body was never found, Shen Tang still couldn’t bring herself to believe in his death.

These two words stirred a ripple in her heart.

Today’s assassination attempt wasn’t baseless; the Yiyuan Empire was powerful, and if someone there genuinely wanted her dead, she might not be able to stop it.

She needed to investigate and find out the reason.

Shen Tang discussed with the Beast Husbands, ”I need to go to the Yiyuan Empire.”

The Beast Husbands strongly disagreed upon hearing this.

Jia Lan, worried, said, ”The Night Glow Empire and the Yiyuan Empire have not been on good terms for years. As the Monarch of the Night Glow Empire, you’d be walking into the lion’s den if you go there! No, this is too dangerous and reckless, I don’t agree!”

Xiao Jin flicked her forehead, unusually agreeing, ”Tangtang, what are you thinking with that little head of yours? If the Beastmen over there know you’re coming, the first thing they’ll do is detain you. If you really want to investigate thoroughly, why not send us instead?”

Xue Yinzhou silently looked at her with a steady gaze. Though he was not a man of many words, he also expressed his disagreement.

”The two countries haven’t gone to war yet, at least not publicly,” Shen Tang sighed, her gaze darkening, ”Plus, I just feel something’s off. I have no enmity with the Yiyuan Empire; the Emperor shouldn’t need to specially send assassins after me. Could there be other hidden details? I need to find out for myself.”

Xiao Jin, Jia Lan, and Xue Yinzhou looked at her demeanor and knew she had already made up her mind.

She was quite stubborn; trying to persuade her now wouldn’t be of any use.

Xiao Jin stroked his chin, offering a suggestion, ”As the saying goes, ’In war, envoys are spared.’ The Yiyuan Empire’s Emperor has just consolidated power; why don’t we send a delegation to congratulate them officially? You could join with a different identity.”

”No, the relations between the two countries are tense. If not for the Forgotten Sea, the Yiyuan Empire would have long wanted to engulf you. Sending a delegation might make you a target, and if they mean harm, you’d be at their mercy.”

Jia Lan shook his head, quickly dismissing the idea.

Xiao Jin frowned, ”Then you tell me, what should we do?”

Jia Lan thought for a while, lifted his beautiful peach blossom eyes, and said seriously, ”I know a big boss who has been dealing with foreign countries for years, with businesses in many places, including nearby nations.”

”In a few days, he plans to lead a caravan to the Yiyuan Empire. I could talk to him about it.”

Shen Tang understood, ”You mean I should blend into the caravan and go to the Yiyuan Empire with them?”

Jia Lan nodded, ”That’s right. Your identity is too special, with the tense inter-empire relations. Traveling with a caravan is the safest way.”

”That boss has extensive experience with foreign travels, and his caravans are protected by skilled individuals. Though not as strong as a formal army, it should be safe enough for the journey. If you think it’s reliable, I’ll negotiate with him.”

After contemplating, Shen Tang found the suggestion impeccable.

Jia Lan was indeed very meticulous in handling matters.

The next morning, he brought good news. Arrangements were already in place with the boss.

The day after tomorrow, at dawn, they would set off. At that time, Shen Tang would disguise herself, assume a false identity, and board the airship with the caravan.

For safety’s sake, she needed to bring a trustworthy Beastman for protection, to prevent any unexpected incidents.

This trip would take many days before they returned, and the Beast Husbands, concerned day and night, all wished to accompany her.

But with too many people, it would attract attention, and the Imperial City would lack a guard, making Shen Tang uneasy.

Eventually, Shen Tang decided only to bring Xue Yinzhou.

Xue Yinzhou was the strongest; they had to pass through the Forgotten Sea, a place teeming with powerful mutated species. Even though the caravan would take an airship to avoid the water route, there were still many mutated birds and beasts. Xue Yinzhou’s superpower counteracted the mutated species, making it safest to bring him along.

Jia Lan and Xiao Jin, unwilling as they were, could only agree.

In the end, strength is what defines a male’s worth, and in that regard, they couldn’t compete!

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The day after tomorrow, early in the morning, before the break of dawn, Shen Tang and Xue Yinzhou packed up and set out.

Jia Lan had arranged everything in advance with the boss.

The boss made sure not to slack off in the slightest, providing the best room in the airship for the two, specially cleaned and decorated with flowers and expensive perfumes.

This room was originally for the boss himself. Because the airship’s cargo capacity was so limited, to carry more goods, ordinary employees had to make do by sleeping on the ground.

The room wasn’t big, just enough for one bed, one table, and a small, simple bathroom, enough to get by on the journey.

Every now and then, the road would bump, and soon Shen Tang, lying on the bed, began to feel drowsy.

Xue Yinzhou sat by the bed, letting her rest her head on his lap, his slender, jade-like fingers gently combing through her somewhat messy hair.

Such small gestures were his silent enjoyment.

His long, cool fingers occasionally brushed against her face, playfully pinching her ears, tickling and soothing her.

”The journey is still early. Aren’t you coming to bed with me? Just sitting there watching me?” Shen Tang felt a twinge of mischief looking at his cool, handsome face, reaching out to hook his collar, pulling him down for a quick kiss on his cool, thin lips.

Xue Yinzhou helplessly replied, ”Do you think this bed can fit two people?”

Shen Tang glanced around and realized it was indeed a bit small.

This was originally the boss’s personal room, barely large enough to fit one adult Beastman. As she lay on the bed, there was a little space left, but Xue Yinzhou, with his tall stature, couldn’t fit.

He couldn’t possibly sleep on the floor for the next few days.

The next moment, a flash of white light, and Shen Tang transformed into her true form, rolling over on his lap, swaying her tail, ”Now there’s enough space, right? Come to bed and hold me!”

Xue Yinzhou looked at the coquettish little cat rolling in his lap, held his breath, pinching her pointed ears, and gently rubbing her fluffy belly.

His cool, violet eyes rarely rippled with a gentle smile, ”Alright, I’ll hold you to sleep.”

He lifted Shen Tang gently, leaning down to kiss her furry little face.

Shen Tang gazed at his enlarged, beautiful face, a stunning sight at close range, the long, thick silver-white lashes distinct and the smooth, pale skin seemingly poreless... more vivid and striking than ever!

Her face flushed slightly from the kiss, though it wasn’t visible.

Xue Yinzhou took off his coat, holding her as they lay on the bed.

Originally, she lay in the crook of his arm, but as sleep took over, she somehow ended up on his chest.

The snake beast’s body was too cold! Only the chest was warm.

Xue Yinzhou, afraid of disturbing Shen Tang’s sleep, maintained the position without daring to move.

Boom!

The airship jolted as it faced a massive attack from mutated birds outside.

Xue Yinzhou glanced coolly at the dense black swarm outside the window, a cold, murderous glint in his eyes, and a formless Black Fog enveloped him, transforming into numerous venomous snakes darting out.

Soon, the airship stabilized.

He looked down at the little cat sleeping soundly in his arms, closed his eyes, and turned into his true form, gently wrapping her in his embrace...