300: Long Yun took the initiative

In the early evening, Li Shengyuan and Pei Shuyun returned to the "Kelai'an" Inn.

As they stepped into the dimly lit lobby, they heard a clear, slightly surprised female voice:

"Eh? It's you two?"

Looking up, they saw the tall woman leaning against the railing by the stairs, watching them with great interest.

She seemed to have just bathed, having changed into a loose, pale cyan dress, her damp, jet-black hair draped casually over her shoulders.

She possessed less of the sharp, heroic spirit she displayed during the day, replaced by a touch of languor and softness, yet her height, far exceeding the average person, and her outstanding curves remained eye-catching.

"What a coincidence. I didn't expect us to be staying at the same inn." The woman walked over proactively, a bright, hearty smile on her face.

She scanned Li Shengyuan and Pei Shuyun, showing no disdain; instead, perhaps because they were all of the Human Race, she radiated a sense of kinship.

"It seems we are quite fated. Back at the apothecary today, you two… sigh, you really had to swallow your pride."

She shook her head, seemingly still brooding over Li Shengyuan's "compromise" from earlier that day, though her tone held more understanding than accusation.

Li Shengyuan offered a timely, bitter smile and cupped his hands, saying, "Meeting you here is indeed a coincidence. I didn't expect you to be staying here as well, Miss."

"As for the matter during the day, I apologize for letting you see such a scene. It is just that… being new here, it is better to avoid unnecessary trouble."

Pei Shuyun also bowed slightly, matching his expression of helplessness.

"I understand, I understand." The woman waved her hand, looking quite free-spirited.

"The rules in this godforsaken place are just like that—they bully the weak and fear the strong, specifically targeting us of the Human Race. But don't feel too stifled; when the opportunity arises, I will definitely…"

She stopped halfway, seemingly realizing something, and changed the subject with a laugh: "Look at me, just rambling on. Meeting is fate; my name is Long Yun, the 'Yun' from 'all living things'."

"May I ask what you two are called? And how did you end up in Qianyi City? Judging by your appearance, you don't look like merchants or adventurers who frequent the Demon Domain."

She introduced herself. While the surname "Long" was common in the Great Qian, it was quite special and sensitive in the Demon Domain.

However, her demeanor remained natural, as if she did not care.

Her words carried a straightforward, easy-going familiarity as she proactively asked about the origins of Li Shengyuan and his companion.

Li Shengyuan's heart stirred slightly. The surname "Long"?

In the Great Qian, it was nothing, but in the heart of the Yao Race, especially in the Sacred Dragon Domain, this surname was extraordinary.

If she wasn't truly related to the Dragon Emperor, she could only be from the Great Qian.

Which one could she be?

Li Shengyuan kept his expression calm and responded composedly, "So it is Miss Long. I am Lin Yuan, and this is my wife, Shuyun."

He casually used two common aliases, "My wife and I are indeed not merchants. We just enjoy traveling, and having heard that the scenery and customs here are unique, we wanted to come and experience it for ourselves."

"Passing through here, we also heard that the territory of the Green Rhinoceros Demon King produces several types of Spirit Medicine rare in the outside world, so we stopped here briefly to see if we might have the chance to find some."

The reason he gave was logical and reasonable. Traveling and seeking medicine explained why they appeared in a border city of the Sacred Dragon Domain without seeming too abrupt or having a clear, suspicious motive.

"Lin Yuan, Shuyun… good names." Long Yun recited them once, nodded, and wore an expression that said, "As I thought."

"So you are here to seek medicine, no wonder. The 'thick earth ganoderma' and 'gold thread rhinoceros horn flower' in the Green Rhinoceros's territory are indeed unique, but that old rhinoceros has a fiery temper and an extremely strong sense of territoriality. It is not easy for ordinary humans to go in and gather them, so you must be very careful."

Li Shengyuan couldn't help but look at her a few more times. Being so familiar with the Demon Kings of the Demon Kingdom, and combined with her understanding of matters in the Demon Domain when he tracked her earlier, she was likely not from the Great Qian.

She must be related to the Dragon Emperor!

She seemed to be offering a kind reminder, then immediately invited them warmly, "Since we are so fated and staying at the same inn, why don't we have dinner together?"

"I know of a small restaurant behind this inn. Although it is simple, the roasted rock lamb and the brewed fruit wine are quite authentic, and the prices are fairer than the front lobby. Of course, it might still be a bit expensive for the Human Race, but this meal is on me!"

She raised the storage bracelet on her wrist, looking generous and straightforward, her eyes clear and sincere, as if she truly just felt a connection and wanted to make friends.

Li Shengyuan and Pei Shuyun exchanged a glance.

Long Yun's enthusiasm and initiative were somewhat extraordinary. Although this could be explained by the natural affinity of being fellow humans in a foreign land, as well as her apparent strong sense of justice and straightforward personality.

But when combined with her suspected special surname, her firm belief in the authority of the Dragon Emperor, and that subtly extraordinary aura, Li Shengyuan could not help but be a bit more vigilant.

However, since the other party was proactively extending an olive branch, it was a good opportunity to make deeper contact and probe for the truth.

Refusing too much would be suspicious instead.

Li Shengyuan showed an appropriately flattered and hesitant expression on his face, which then turned into a grateful smile:

"This… how could we impose on Miss Long to pay?"

"What is there to be embarrassed about!" Long Yun did not brook any refusal, stepping forward and gesturing for the two to walk toward the backyard.

"When traveling, having more friends means more paths. I can see that you two are reasonable people, much better than those who swallow their pride and remain numb."

"In the future, here in Qianyi City, or anywhere else in the Sacred Dragon Domain, if you encounter such injustice again, just tell me!"

By the end, her tone became indignant, and a sharp light flashed in her phoenix eyes: "I must help you vent this frustration!"

"If once isn't enough, then twice. We must make those people who judge others by their status realize that the 'coexistence' rules set by His Majesty the Dragon Emperor are not for them to exploit to bully others! When the time comes, we will report it together and see if Holy Dragon City will handle it or not!"

Listening to her "naive" and idealistic words, Li Shengyuan smiled and nodded in agreement, but his mind was racing.

This Miss Long Yun seemed to have a near-obsessive belief in "reporting to the Dragon Emperor" to resolve injustices, and…

An inexplicable sense of confidence.

What exactly was her background?

And what kind of connection did she have with that mysterious and powerful Dragon Emperor who sat high in Holy Dragon City?

However, now that they were going to eat together, a deeper understanding would not be difficult!