Chapter 948: Who is Luo Xiaoxue

Chapter 948: Who is Luo Xiaoxue

Everyone in the capital was buzzing about it, and Luo Xiaoxue’s name had come up, but Lin Nuo seemed totally clueless.

What’s going on here?

Luo Xiaoxue? What’s the deal, didn’t she, like, kick the bucket? Did she resurrect or something?

No, it’s probably just a rumor. After all, playing tricks is a royal specialty. Besides, Luo Xiaoxue is the hope of the whole village—no, the entire nation! If she really died, it would be a huge blow to the officials and the common folks.

So, they spread this lie?

That makes sense.

Otherwise, it’s hard to explain.

Right, these are just a bunch of foolish people who don’t know the truth, so why bother caring about their chatter?

What a bunch of dunderheads.

Foolish commoners, completely controlled—if the higher-ups are smart enough, they might even think they’re living in a dream world. This is what they call brainwashing!

Yeah, that’s it.

Lin Nuo gave himself a little pep talk; he seemed to accept the situation.

After Lin Nuo disguised himself, the common folks couldn’t identify him. He blended into the crowd and continued to listen to what these pesky people were gossiping about.

“The East Guard was wiped out, thank heaven! I heard it was Lin Nuo from the Xuanyun Sect who did it!”

“Lin Nuo? I’ve got some insider info that says he betrayed the Xuanyun Sect.”

“Where’d you get that insider info? Why would he betray the Xuanyun Sect only to go and wipe out the East Guard?”

“A betrayal doesn’t conflict with taking down the East Guard, right? Maybe he had the skills to go solo.”

“Who cares? He did a good thing regardless of where he belongs! He’s a big hero! Hey, where is he anyways, off to the Royal Palace?”

“I heard he’s at the Xia residence; some people even saw him. Many wanted to thank him but got turned away.”

“I wonder what the princess will reward him with. But a guy like him, who’s not swayed by gains or losses, probably doesn’t care, right?”

……

The crowd started discussing, each with their own thoughts, eagerly anticipating Lin Nuo’s appearance when Luo Xiaoxue registered.

What a bunch of pesky folks.

Faced with such ignorant citizens, Lin Nuo felt utterly disdainful. What nonsense, calling him a big hero.

Honestly, this group only got themselves fried because they stepped on a landmine.

And once he acted, it meant destruction.

When Lin Nuo got serious, he wasn’t joking around.

As he strolled through the streets, he enjoyed moving about without being pestered by those girls.

Off to the pastry shop for some Meat Floss Cake.

It had been a while since he’d had any.

Lin Nuo spent a few coins on some Meat Floss Cake and sat down for a cup of tea.

Delicious, absolutely divine.

Lin Nuo sat back, watching the bustling street, people coming and going, and suddenly felt like he’d seamlessly blended into this commoner environment.

Is that good or bad?

Oh well, it doesn’t really matter.

Lin Nuo sipped his tea and took a bite of the Meat Floss Cake, feeling quite content.

“It’s the princess! She’s here for an inspection!”

Suddenly, a group shouted excitedly, rushing off, making it seem like a huge star had arrived—what a spectacular scene.

“Princess?”

Lin Nuo froze mid-sip, confusion filling his mind.

Who is this princess everyone’s talking about?

“Let’s go check it out.”

Lin Nuo pressed some coins on the table, indicating he’d paid, then rushed over.

The crowd was thick, almost blocking any movement, but it wasn’t a problem for him; for a carefree guy like him, finding a vantage point was easy peasy.

Alright, let’s go.

Lin Nuo powered up and leaped onto a rooftop—now that’s a view!

Let me see which princess this is!

There were quite a few patrolling, with Luo Xiaoxue at the front, flanked by Han Xiao and other royal offspring, ministers, and the royal guards—all gathered together with quite an air.

So, which one is called “Princess”?

Based on the line of succession, what they referred to as Luo Xiaoxue can only be Luo Yi; she’s the one in line.

But she’s just a lapdog, not Luo Xiaoxue. Luo Xiaoxue is no one to have that kind of demeanor.

Not her, not her.

Then maybe it’s Han Xiao?

Good grief, she isn’t even wearing a veil; how could these folks still think she’s the princess? Are they blind?

However, there were other royal daughters in the crowd; maybe it’s one of them.

Lin Nuo was determined to get an answer, whether it was a rumor or the real deal.

Perhaps he could ask Luo Yi?

No, thinking back, during their time together, she seemed to already know that the real princess had died.

Or is there something else going on?

Luo Xiaoxue was down-to-earth, personally conducting inspections, exciting the commoners who cheered loudly as she hurriedly ordered people to disperse the crowd.

“I understand your feelings, but please don’t make a fuss! We’ll be visiting often in the future! Each of you go about your business; don’t let us cause a delay!”

Luo Xiaoxue shouted her best, even getting the soldiers to shout, but it didn’t help—the crowd just wouldn’t budge.

She didn’t want to resort to force; that would just cause trouble.

Ugh, if only I’d known this would happen. I just wanted to calm the citizens…

Luo Xiaoxue was the center of attention, but she couldn’t shake the feeling that there was another gaze upon her.

“Lin the Hero?”

She was sensitive to it, looking up to see Lin Nuo standing on the rooftop.

Ah, it’s Lin the Hero! He still made it!

Should I greet him?

Nah, never mind. Lin the Hero is usually low-key, probably doesn’t like the spotlight; he’s likely just observing from the shadows, right?

Sigh, well, it’s good that he came; she was really hoping to patrol with him, announcing together to all the citizens that he would be their king, ruling this world with her.

Lin Nuo followed the crowd, observing. He noticed that Luo Yi was the real star of the show—the crowd called her “Princess,” and she kept waving back.

They were calling for her.

She was taking the place of Luo Xiaoxue?

With so many commoners, surely one of them must have seen the real face of Luo Xiaoxue? They shouldn’t mix that up, right?

Lin Nuo couldn’t figure it out, following this patrol until they returned to the Royal Palace.

Luo Xiaoxue had noticed Lin Nuo was trailing behind. She thought maybe with so many people around, he didn’t want to stand out.

“You all head back, or scatter to patrol and calm the commoners. I’ll handle this solo.”

“Princess, you’re about to become the Empress! There might be ill-intentioned folks among the crowd; how can you act alone? Your identity is different now, we advise against this…”

A minister quickly advised, but Luo Xiaoxue firmly rebuffed:

“It’s fine; it’s not my first time. No need to persuade me; I have my own plans. Don’t follow me.”

Luo Xiaoxue insisted, and since they couldn’t do anything about it, they had to comply with her wishes.

So she set off alone, quickly stepping aside to avoid being overwhelmed by the others.

Lin Nuo seized the opportunity to appear before her.

“Lin the Hero, I knew you’d come! I’m so excited that you’re here!”

“Quick question for you. Who exactly is this ‘Princess’ everyone’s talking about, is it Luo Xiaoxue?” Lin Nuo asked.

“It’s me.”