Chapter 270

271. Chapter 271: Ambush, Piercing the Heart with Cold

"Good. Since you trust me, come with me to meet the Crown Prince. After all, this is our first meeting… and our last."

Bai Zhou grinned.

"Ah, you're going to meet the Crown Prince… this this this…"

Orange was frantic, completely missing the meaning behind Bai Zhou's words.

"Let's go, let's go—the Crown Prince is almost here. You don't need to say anything; just follow my lead." Bai Zhou didn't give Orange a chance to speak further, pulling her downstairs.

Xu Tianran came straight to the door to catch them in the act—something Bai Zhou hadn't anticipated.

He'd only just learned of it moments ago by eavesdropping through the Spiritual Imprint he'd left on Norman.

After all, he had indeed followed Orange last night—but hadn't entered the Dormitory zone.

He hadn't expected the bastard's dog… snake nose to be so sharp, to detect his presence at all—it was utterly insane…

But he'd already prepared for exposure of his relationship with Orange, so whether Xu Tianran came early or late, it made no difference to him.

It was just a matter of whether he died a little sooner or a little later.

His toxin had long since spread throughout Xu Tianran's entire body; with a single thought, he could control Xu Tianran's life or death.

Not just Xu Tianran—everyone around him had been infected by the toxin, including one Titled Douluo.

If Bai Zhou remembered correctly, that Titled Douluo was called Snow Dust, with the title Shadow Douluo, at Soul Master Level 94—the strongest guard beside Xu Tianran.

Bai Zhou had originally planned to just punch the man to death.

But he hadn't expected the man to stay glued to Xu Tianran's side, lurking in shadows, inseparable—and thus be infected along with him…

Since the man had come straight to him begging for death, Bai Zhou couldn't stop him.

…

Soon, Bai Zhou pulled Orange downstairs.

As she walked, Orange wiped away the "stain" Bai Zhou had left on her thighs, afraid Xu Tianran might see.

But Bai Zhou had produced far too much—she was saturated inside, and it leaked out as she walked, leaving her helplessly clenching her thighs tightly.

"The Crown Prince arrives!"

The moment the two reached the bottom of the stairs, the Guard's shout rang from outside.

Then came a muffled thud.

At the Villa's entrance, one Guard's head lolled sideways—he died on the spot.

Xu Tianran's face was grim, clearly furious beyond restraint.

"I told you not to let anyone know I was here—did you not hear me?!" Xu Tianran clenched his fists so tightly his knuckles turned white, barely holding back his rage.

He'd come here specifically to "catch them in the act," and naturally didn't want anyone else to know.

This dog of a servant had shouted it out loud.

Fortunately, the area was empty—few students or teachers nearby—or else his face would've been utterly ruined!

After punishing the clueless Guard, Xu Tianran rolled his wheelchair straight into Orange's Villa.

The door opened, and Xu Tianran saw a handsome young man smiling at him, watching with an odd expression.

Orange stood obediently behind him.

Though Xu Tianran had never met Bai Zhou in person, he recognized him at once—his eyes instantly blazed with boundless killing intent.

Before arriving, he'd tried to comfort himself, thinking there might be some misunderstanding.

But now…

The truth was obvious. No misunderstanding.

It was this bastard who had stolen his Orange!! "P…Prince, how did you come here…?" Orange sensed Xu Tianran's killing intent, feared, yet still gritted her teeth and asked.

She was the most confused right now—she had no idea why Xu Tianran had suddenly stormed over, nor why Bai Zhou seemed to have known he'd come…

Still, confusion aside, she instinctively stepped forward to shield Bai Zhou, hoping to defuse the conflict.

After all, in her view, Bai Zhou might be strong—but still nowhere near a match for Xu Tianran.

Xu Tianran was crippled, yes—but a true Titled Douluo, ruthless and cruel. Bai Zhou stood no chance against him.

That was precisely why she'd wanted to hide her relationship with Bai Zhou—to spare him danger…

"Orange, why did you betray me?" Xu Tianran's rage burned fiercely, but seeing Orange, he forcibly suppressed his killing intent and fury, seeking an answer from her.

"Prince… I…"

At these words, Orange's body trembled slightly.

She now understood—Xu Tianran had somehow discovered her relationship with Bai Zhou, and had come here personally to "catch them."

In an instant, Orange felt as if plunged into an icy abyss, unable to utter a word.

"Enough, Orange Sister. Go take a bath. Everything will be fine soon." Bai Zhou patted Orange's shoulder and pulled her back.

"Fine, fine, fine, kid—if you want to die, I'll grant your wish!"

Seeing their intimate gesture, Xu Tianran's head flooded with blood—he was utterly consumed by rage.

"Boom—"

A terrifying aura erupted from Xu Tianran; a massive purple dragon emerged behind him, attaching its spirit to him, lifting him upright from his wheelchair.

"Little White, run now…"

Seeing this, Orange froze in horror and instinctively stepped in front of Bai Zhou.

"Orange, at this point you're still shielding this brat? Clearly he means a lot to you. Don't worry… I won't kill you. I won't kill him. I'll…"

"Pthsh—"

Before Xu Tianran could finish speaking, he felt a sharp pain in his chest.

Xu Tianran:????

He slowly lowered his head, and saw a Dagger, dripping with crimson blood, piercing through his chest…

He slowly turned his head, staring in blank bewilderment at Norman, the Imperial Guard Commander he had trusted most.

"Norman, you… why…"

Xu Tianran's mind was a complete blank at this moment; even if you beat him to death he could never have imagined that Orange's betrayal was one thing, but even Norman had betrayed him.

Norman had been a veteran general who had followed him for over twenty years! Why! Why on earth was this happening…

"Sorry about that, Prince, I really didn't mean to, but I really do want you to die~" Norman curled his lips, a strange, sinister smile spreading across his face.

"Bang—"

Just then, a black shadow flashed past.

Norman's body exploded with a thunderous crash, flesh and blood scattering in all directions.

A stooped old man in a Black Robe, radiating an eerie aura all over his body, appeared before Xu Tianran.

The newcomer was none other than Xu Tianran's Personal Guard — the Shadow Douluo, Snow Dust! (End of Chapter)