389: Chapter 389 is today.

He paused, his tone grave: "I watched Xun Yu grow up; you must act with caution and ensure he does not remain in Qian Prefecture forever."

Feng Ming looked at Xun Yu, and seeing the other man nod slightly, he immediately swore: "Rest assured, Great One. As long as I, Feng Ming, am alive, Big Brother Xun will never come to harm. However, with Big Brother Xun gone and only Fang Zhao left to guard, can he hold out?"

"Fang Zhao's personality is reckless; he needs to be tempered on his own. Besides, your affairs in Qian Prefecture are complicated, so Xun Yu is the most suitable to go." King Xibei smiled. "You don't need to worry about my side. I'm still waiting to hold my grandson. It's getting late; depart immediately."

"Thank you, Father-in-law. Feng Ming will certainly return to visit in the future!" Feng Ming said no more. Accompanied by Xun Yu and leading three hundred Black Armor Guards, he turned and left.

About fifteen minutes after Feng Ming left, King Xibei's voice sounded in Xun Luoyuan's ear: "Child, Feng Ming has gone."

Xun Luoyuan woke up with a start. Seeing the empty room, her heart tightened. She ran barefoot straight to the pavilion in the sky: "Father, when did he leave?"

King Xibei looked at his daughter's panicked state, his eyes full of understanding: "His departure was scheduled for today anyway. Why are you so nervous?"

"I... I'm not nervous!" Xun Luoyuan feigned composure. "I'm just angry that he left without saying goodbye!"

"I've watched you grow up; your thoughts cannot be hidden from me." King Xibei looked out at the river and said slowly, "Your marriage to him was originally a fake one. He was the one shaking the bed last night, wasn't he? I even saw your wrists were red."

"Just now, when I said he had left, you rushed over regardless of everything. If he isn't in your heart, why do this?"

Xun Luoyuan was momentarily speechless, her cheeks turning bright red.

"As your father, I only hope you see your true heart clearly." King Xibei said earnestly, "If you don't like him, why enter a fake marriage with him just to escape the Second Prince? The participant is often blind to what the bystander sees clearly. If you go after him now, there's still time. Don't regret it later."

Xun Luoyuan looked up at the river. The ship carrying Feng Ming was gradually drifting further away. Looking at that blurred silhouette of the ship, the confusion in her eyes dissipated completely, replaced by determination.

She leaped out from the pavilion window, her toes skimming the water as she sped toward the ship.

King Xibei looked at his daughter's receding figure and smiled helplessly: "My dear grandson, it seems we'll have to wait a few more years to meet."

On the ship's deck, Feng Ming and Xun Yu stood side by side. Three hundred Black Armor Guards stood solemnly on both sides. A streak of light rapidly approached. The two turned to look and were both stunned.

"Commandery Princess?" Feng Ming was completely surprised.

As soon as Xun Luoyuan landed on the deck, she shouted loudly: "Everyone turn around immediately! No looking!"

The Black Armor Guards turned in unison. Xun Yu smiled knowingly and also turned around. Although Feng Ming was puzzled, he followed suit and turned his head.

Xun Luoyuan stomped her lotus-like feet, stepped forward, and yanked his head back. Just as Feng Ming was about to speak, his words were blocked by a warm and soft kiss.

The sudden initiative left Feng Ming completely stunned. Then, he reached out to gently embrace her, his heart understanding all of the young girl's feelings. With people nearby, the two did not kiss for long. When their lips parted, Xun Luoyuan lowered her head shyly, her cheeks flushed crimson.

Feng Ming chuckled and teased: "The Commandery Princess really says one thing but does another. Even after this, you still say you don't like me."

"Hmph, who told you to always act so cocky and even leave me alone on the Imperial City walls!" Xun Luoyuan was both shy and annoyed.

Feng Ming scratched his head awkwardly and asked curiously, "You still remember that? How did you get away that day?"

The effects of the Entangling Love Threads do not fade on their own, so...

Feng Ming suddenly became quite interested.

At the mention of this, Xun Luoyuan's pretty face turned even redder, and she hurriedly changed the subject: "I have already told my father about the fake marriage. You don't need to worry about your identity being exposed."

Feng Ming raised an eyebrow playfully: "I wasn't worried. If Father-in-law wants to hold a grandson, we can fulfill that right here."

"Nonsense, there are people here!" Xun Luoyuan reached out and lightly pinched his arm.

"Then let's go back now and leave tomorrow. One day is enough time." Feng Ming smiled mischievously.

"I won't!" Xun Luoyuan's eyes reddened slightly as she murmured softly, "I've given you everything. What if you don't come back? I will wait for your next return to see if you will miss me."

She stood on tiptoe and leaned into Feng Ming's ear, her breath soft: "When you return to Xun Prefecture next time, we will become a real husband and wife."

Feng Ming's heart warmed: "No, if you say that, I won't want to leave anymore."

"Don't you dare! You'd better leave quickly!" Xun Luoyuan pushed him, her tone full of concern. "Be sure to take care in Qian Prefecture. If anyone bullies you, I will lead Father to level Qian Prefecture!"

Feng Ming nodded solemnly. Just then, the System's notification sound suddenly rang in his mind: [Ding! Congratulations Host, your wife Xun Luoyuan's favorability has increased to 100%!]

[System Rewards: Dragon and Phoenix Reversal Art increased to the fourth level, Longevity Equal to the Sovereign increased to the eleventh level, one cup of enlightenment tea, one secret method: Commander Domain, and 2 cultivation spirit fruits!]

Feng Ming was secretly delighted and hurriedly checked the details of the Cultivation Technique: [Dragon and Phoenix Reversal Art Level 4]: Host's Cultivate speed is increased by 39 times. The wife can normally obtain 40% cultivation sharing effect (100% during Dual Cultivation). The number of sharing slots is increased to 4 (Jiang Shuwan / Lu Qianqian / Lu An'an). One new slot is currently available!

Without hesitation, he bound the new slot to Xun Luoyuan. The next second, Xun Luoyuan's whole body shook, her face full of shock: "My Cultivate speed suddenly skyrocketed!"

"Since you are willing to be Feng Ming's wife, you naturally have your own exclusive Opportunity." Feng Ming smiled. "Following me in the future, there will only be more surprises."

"Don't be so full of yourself, I don't believe you!" Xun Luoyuan said stubbornly, but she couldn't hide the joy in her eyes.

Feng Ming knew in his heart that Jiang Shuwan, Lu An'an, and Lu Qianqian, who were thousands of miles away, must have also felt the change in their cultivation.

In the courtyard of the Feng Residence thousands of miles away, Jiang Shuwan was leaning over to arrange flowers when she suddenly felt her cultivation speed surge. A gentle smile instantly appeared on her lips: "Husband must have won over Commandery Princess Xun. He will be back soon."

She turned and called out: "Chun Tao, go to the street and buy some of the fresh fruits Husband likes. I feel like he'll be back soon."

"Yes, Madam!"

At the same time, the sisters Lu An'an and Lu Qianqian, who were in two other locations, also noticed the increase in their Cultivate speed. They both understood and their longing for Feng Ming grew even stronger.

On the ship, Xun Luoyuan watched Feng Ming's figure until the silhouette of the ship disappeared on the river before she reluctantly left.

Feng Ming stood at the bow, looking toward Xun Prefecture, his heart a mix of warmth and ambition.

Xun Yu said softly: "Lord, the Commandery Princess's feelings are clear. You will surely return safely from this trip."

Feng Ming nodded, his gaze sharp as an eagle's: "Don't worry. I will resolve the matters in Qian Prefecture as quickly as possible. When I succeed, it will be the time for Yuan'er and me to be together."

The river wind blew fiercely, the sails swelled, and the ship carried a full load of expectations and determination, breaking the waves toward the distant Qian Prefecture. A new journey had begun.