85. Engaging In Games
Father, what are you talking about? Have you gone mad?!
To leave me alone with this silver dragon full of mischief?
No, no, absolutely not!
Yue Liu shook her head.
This gesture displeased the Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor, who frowned and glared at his daughter as if to say—"Why are you being a coward? Haven't you already suppressed the Silver Dragon Princess?"
"Um, um…"
Yue Liu was really feeling a tingling in her scalp, regretting following to the Elf King's banquet!
But it was hard to get permission from her parents to go out for training, and if she went back and said that she not only lost but also… did that, losing all face for the fox clan, she would never think of leaving the fox territory again.
There was no choice but to bite the bullet.
"Ho ho ho~ Silver Dragon Princess, let us step aside, I have many things I would like to talk to you about."
"Okay, okay!"
Xia Yi nodded, grabbed Yue Liu's hand, and walked outside.
"Then, let's go~ Let's play together~"
The silver-haired dragon loli and the pink-haired fox girl left hand in hand.
Seeing this scene, the Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor smiled contentedly.
It probably wouldn't be long before the Silver Dragon Princess came running back crying, looking for her parents. By then, the disgrace of the dragon clan would be on display for all to see.
"It seems you're happy to see them getting along," Xia Lulu said.
"Of course, Yue Liu has had to undergo many practices and trials all year round and hasn't had much time to play, not even having peers to befriend… Perhaps they can become good friends," the Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor explained.
Xia Lulu was smiling as she spoke, but her eyes were somewhat cold.
"Speaking of which, some time ago, I sent Xia Yi to train in a country affiliated with our dragon clan. Coincidentally, she met a young fox girl."
The Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor's expression changed, and after a moment of silence, he feigned surprise.
"Oh… Is that so?"
Xia Lulu's expression was now a cold sneer.
Her gaze towards the Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor was also icy.
"How coincidental that my daughter encountered a member of the fox clan in our Dragon Kingdom. Who might it be? Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor, I'm a bit curious, care to explain?"
"Such a thing happened… I understand, Silver Dragon Queen. After returning, I will certainly investigate who trespassed into the Blackstone Kingdom."
"Since the Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor intends to investigate, let me provide some evidence to save you some time. According to my daughter, that young fox girl possessed your clan's sacred artifact—Cherry Moon," Xia Lulu said sarcastically, "Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor, you really are careless, letting someone steal the fox clan's sacred artifact without your knowledge. As a neighbor, I kindly remind you to strengthen your internal security measures."
"Oh, right, right, after using the Cherry Moon, that fox girl released nine tails. It seems she has royal blood, with pink tails and ears. My, my, your royal family is stealing from itself. It seems the internal situation of your fox clan is getting worse~ Would you like some advice? I have plenty of experience in this area."
Xia Lulu's words became sharper, putting the Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor in an awkward position.
Yet, the nature of the dragon clan is just so.
Innate arrogance.
As the strongest of the superior races, dragons have always looked down upon others. In this world of countless races, there is no one who does not despise the dragons.
Despite such provocation, the Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor did not lose his temper on the spot.
"There seems to be some misunderstanding, Silver Dragon Queen. Recently, my daughter also went out for training, and the territory of Blackstone Kingdom just happens to border our fox nation. Plus, Yue Liu is somewhat directionally challenged; she might have accidentally wandered into Blackstone Kingdom. This might just be the fate between our dragon and fox clans, allowing these childhood friends to reunite there."
"Oh, is that so? It's your daughter, then no worries!" Xia Lulu feigned realization, "Thank goodness, Xia Yi held back in time, otherwise if she had accidentally killed Yue Liu, that would have affected the friendship between our two clans."
Xia Lulu, you really know how to talk tough. Your daughter was almost beaten to the point of wetting herself by mine.
The Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor was filled with disdain.
"Coincidentally, letting them spend time together this time might just clear up the misunderstanding."
"Is that so? However, Xia Yi is a bit competitive…" Xia Lulu seemed helpless.
"That's the same with Yue Liu, but young people are bound to be competitive. As long as it doesn't lead to serious trouble, letting them have their little squabbles is actually not a bad thing," the Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor chuckled.
Xia Lulu also laughed.
"Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor, with you saying that, I'm relieved."
…
"Hehehe~"
Xia Yi and Yue Liu walked hand in hand, leaving the banquet hall.
The superior races attending the banquet all witnessed this scene.
To them, the relationship between the little silver dragon and the little fox seemed very close, even holding hands.
This made people wonder if the fox clan was trying to curry favor with the dragon clan, with the Nine-Tailed Fox Emperor even sending his daughter to make a move. Were the dragons accepting it?
Many speculated in their hearts.
The reason for attending this banquet of superior races wasn't just for fun; it was more about probing each other.
After all, it's only in such special occasions that a facade of peace can be maintained.
Some even boldly guessed that the fox clan was planning an engagement with the dragon clan.
In terms of status and position, both Xia Yi and Yue Liu were the only daughters of the Dragon King and the Fox Emperor, making them a suitable match. Although female-to-female relationships were not common, there were precedents in this land.
However, the actual Silver Dragon Princess and the Nine-Tailed Fox Princess were not as close as others thought, but rather had their own different thoughts.
Once outside, Xia Yi let go of the hand, turned around, faced the pink-haired little fox, and smiled cheerfully.
"It's been a long time, Yue Liu. Did you miss me?"
"What… what do you want?"
"Let's play a game, just like when we first met," Xia Yi said, "Let's play hide and seek. I'll seek, you hide. If you win, there's a reward, but if you lose, there's a punishment~"
Does the Fox emperor think the Dragon Queen is stupid? seriously, its obvious what he was trying to due BlackStone. It even took some taunts from the Dragon Queen to even admit that his daughter was there, using a one-of-a-kind artifact, which anyone would know when fighting her. Perhaps he should retire already, he is clearly no match for the Dragon Queen.
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