Chapter 1202: Chapter 28: Women, More Women, More Trouble

On the official road, Yun Sheng quickly received the oral message sent by He Lai.

After listening to the message, Yun Sheng’s expression turned serious.

"Two forces joining to attack; it seems this escort is much more complex than I thought," to be safe, Yun Sheng immediately halted the caravans, called the guard captain, and requested the guard team to change routes.

The captain escorting the Holy Daughter candidate into the Hu Capital was a wolf half-beast named Qian Lang. He was brawny, with strength reaching Martial Saint level, and was a renowned warrior in Cangdu.

For Yun Sheng’s safety, He Lai personally selected him as the captain.

Even though Qian Lang did not know Yun Sheng’s background, Master He Lai had instructed him upon departure that if any movement occurred on the road, all decisions should follow the orders of this ’Doctor Yun.’

Needless to say, the guard captain also understood that this ’Doctor Yun’ was by no means ordinary; though her identity was a military doctor, there must be concealed motives.

"Orders received, I will change the route," Qian Lang complied respectfully and immediately ordered the convoy to steer.

The convoy halted its advance and turned to the side road.

However, after walking just a few steps, the beast carriage in the lead suddenly stopped, accompanied by a demanding voice.

On the first beast carriage, a maid assisted a Heavenly Fox Woman dressed in flaming red fox fur.

Her charming eyes and graceful gestures exuded a special allure, involuntarily swaying the hearts and minds of others, truly embodying a hint of the fox spirit nature.

However, having seen Hu Linglong, Yun Sheng found this Heavenly Fox Woman slightly less enchanting than Linglong.

The Heavenly Fox Woman glanced at Yun Sheng with the corner of her eye, deeming her nothing more than a half-beast and an unknown doctor.

"Who said to change the route? Taking side roads instead of the main road would waste all efforts if we fail to reach the Hu Capital in time for the selection ceremony."

Yun Sheng had reviewed the information of He Lai’s chosen Heavenly Fox Saintess candidate.

This woman, named Hua Yanluo, was the illegitimate daughter of the prestigious Hua Family of the Fox Clan in Cangdu.

She was as beautiful as a rose, with a fiery and spicy temperament, always having her nose in the air.

Though born into an aristocratic family, being an illegitimate daughter, she was oppressed by her legitimate sister early on, originally having no chance to compete for the Saintess candidacy.

But during the third selection, when the Hua Family’s legitimate daughter refused to participate, she seized the opportunity to sign up for the Saintess selection, successfully qualifying. 𝙛𝒓𝒆𝙚𝒘𝒆𝓫𝙣𝓸𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝒄𝒐𝓶

Hua Yanluo learned after being selected that this time the Saintess selection allowed Sky Fox half-beasts to participate.

She had complained about this but later realized it was beneficial as Heavenly Fox mixed-blood individuals increased her chances of becoming Saintess.

Being the only pureblood Heavenly Fox in the group, Hua Yanluo naturally considered herself the most noble, acting arrogant all along, even demanding the best beast carriage.

Qian Lang, to avoid hindering the team’s progress, hadn’t defied her, which fed her arrogance, effectively assuming her as the leader of this escort.

She was dozing lightly in the carriage, suddenly noticing the turn, immediately inquiring about the situation, learning from her maid that the military doctor altered the route, and Qian Lang complied.

Hua Yanluo hadn’t spoken, yet a military doctor dared to make decisions.

Originally, there was no military doctor among the Saintess candidates, but He Lai had insisted on inserting one lest any trouble arose, hence the inclusion.

Hua Yanluo had investigated and learned that the doctor was not from Cangdu, having been recruited by Master He Lai due to her remarkable medical skills observed during his visit to Moon-shaped Spring Town.

A doctor without formal experience in a Beastman Medical Hall couldn’t be capable, likely holding unspeakable ties with Master He Lai, resulting in her joining the escort.

Hua Yanluo immediately ordered the beast carriage to stop and angrily disembarked.

"Miss Hua, please forgive us. Master He Lai sent news saying the main road is unsafe, recommending the side road instead. Though the side road is winding, it’s concealed and safer. Moreover, I am familiar with this area, with a 90% probability of reaching Hu Capital on time, without delaying your matters," the captain, aware of Hua Yanluo’s temper, patiently explained.

"Where is Master He Lai’s letter?" Hua Yanluo persisted, stubbornly refusing to yield.

"Well... Master He Lai sent a verbal message, not a written letter," the captain hesitated, glancing at Yun Sheng.

Under emergency, Master He Lai lacked time to write.

Besides, Doctor Yun had mentioned, Master He Lai communicated verbally.

"So, what you said is this half-beast doctor’s word alone. Without a letter, it might be fabricated. I suspect she’s a spy from another capital, intentionally sabotaging us. I refuse to change direction; otherwise, I won’t proceed," Hua Yanluo arrogantly stood her ground.

Qian Lang’s face darkened, and Yun Sheng remained indifferent as the convoy stalled on the main road, neither advancing nor retreating.

The commotion had alerted the other two Saintess candidates in the remaining beast carriages.

The second and third beast carriages also unloaded two women.

These were two mixed blood Heavenly Fox women, each with unique traits.

From the second carriage emerged a short-haired woman who appeared astute, differing from Hua Yanluo’s flamboyance, wearing attire akin to riding dress.

Disembarking, her face lacked any smile, exuding a pristine aura, eyes like cold stars, belonging to the Feng Family of Cangdu, named Feng Lian.

From the third carriage descended another mixed blood Heavenly Fox woman, with a full moon face, radiant eyes, exuding nobility, going by Qin Yue.

Once these three women assembled, it seemed like a beauty contest, each exhibiting unique charms, momentarily entrancing onlookers.

Yun Sheng inwardly sighed, confirming the Fox Clan indeed boasted countless beauties, these three indisputably equaled in appearance.

Yet at a glance, it was clear these women were no ordinary individuals.

"Sister Hua, what has angered you so much?" Qin Yue spoke, noted for her diplomatic demeanor.

Unfortunately, Hua Yanluo did not appreciate such behavior.

"Who is your sister? We’re the same age, suggesting I’m older," Hua Yanluo couldn’t stand Qin Yue’s pretentious manner, spewing fury towards her.

Qin Yue’s smile froze on her face.