Sky-cracking Rider-Chapter 607: Section 603 - Extension of Mandate

"Speaking of which, the high school department for the Metallic Dragon race is currently on summer vacation. Since you know Yilan, let me help you arrange it!"

Lin Zio Slan, the Crown Prince, was more than happy to do this favor.

Chen Fei asked in confusion, "Huh? The high school department? Hasn’t Yilan graduated yet?"

When Chen Fei first encountered the Metallic Giant Dragon Yilan, it was already in its third year of high school, but so much time had passed and it was still able to enjoy the high school summer vacation—could it have been held back a grade?

That shouldn’t be right!

Yilan wasn’t dumb, but rather very intelligent. It should have had no problems at all with high school coursework.

"The education system for long-lived Intelligent Species is quite different from that of the Human Race. Theirs is either a two-year or five-year system per grade level, and both middle school and high school consist of five levels. Yilan is quite intelligent, it skipped grades during elementary and middle school phases."

The nurturing and education of the young dragons from the Metallic Dragon race was personally overseen by the Slan Royal Family. The Crown Prince Lin Zio knew every young dragon’s personality, temper, interests, and report cards like the back of his hand.

This was beneficial for the Royal Family to maintain control of the future of the Dragon of Slaughter, avoiding any unexpected variables.

What the Metallic Dragons were usually like was common knowledge to all Intelligent Species on Cangqiong Star, which is why education began with the young dragons, and it was now beginning to show results.

"Yilan can skip grades? Indeed..."

Chen Fei wasn’t wrong; the female Metallic Giant Dragon Yilan did not neglect its studies and, unexpectedly, was a top student among dragons.

No wonder it was able to become a member of the Sky Dragon City investigation team in the past.

"Mr. Chen Fei is my bodyguard, I will take him to find Yilan."

Princess Lin Ziyu suddenly interrupted the conversation between her elder brother and Chen Fei, seizing control over the arrangement of Chen Fei’s schedule.

This stinky brother of hers not only wanted to snatch away Xiao Jiu but even planned to lure away Xiao Jiu’s owner.

She wouldn’t allow it!

"Uh! My apologies, my apologies, Brother Chen and I hit it off so well that I just forgot."

Only then did Lin Zio remember and quickly apologized.

Chen Fei also had a special identity, namely as the bodyguard hired by the princess on Blue Star, and his duty to her wasn’t over at the moment.

Now it seemed that the princess was not in any hurry to end the commission and let Chen Fei, who had escorted her all the way, just slip away.

"Hmph!"

In front of her brother, Princess Lin Ziyu sometimes showed a tsundere side not known to others.

She was certain that as soon as she ended the commission, Chen Fei would immediately be snatched away by her brother, vanishing without a trace, along with the Little Bird.

"Please, there’s no need for the two of you to argue and hurt your feelings over me, Your Royal Highness the Crown Prince. When the commission ends, I temporarily have no other tasks, so I should have plenty of time."

Chen Fei greatly admired the relationship between the two royal siblings.

Though they often squabbled on the surface, their relationship was quite good, similar to his with his own annoying little sister, Chen Meng.

Not far away, Housekeeper Mars nodded silently; this youngster from the Chen Family Gate was quite aware of his place and didn’t get carried away.

"Then it’s a deal!"

Lin Zio Slan also rarely met young people who were indifferent to his influence, and he extended his hand once more.

He not only had the blood of the Slan Royal Family but also that of the Lin Family from Blue Star. The Lin Family and the Chen Family Gate had history, and indeed, their relationship was much closer than with outsiders.

"Certainly!"

With a firm handshake with His Royal Highness the Crown Prince, a deal was made. Chen Fei never cared for power and influence because he was just a commoner at the bottom rung; everyone had more authority than him.

"You two, don’t go to any of those messy places!"

Princess Lin Ziyu wasn’t worried that Chen Fei would lead her brother to places that would undermine the dignity of the Royal Family, because they were on Cangqiong Star, not Blue Star. Conversely, she was worried her brother might be up to no good, using the pretext of entertaining Chen Fei to visit certain @#￥%& places, using him as a cover.

Crown Prince Lin Zio Slan said with a serious expression, "How could that be possible? Your brother is a decent person!"

Chen Fei said forthrightly, "I’m a law-abiding citizen outside and a well-behaved Baby at home. I see His Royal Highness the Crown Prince has a dignified presence and an upright aura. He must be a gentleman and an excellent representative of the Royal Family."

"Exactly, a gentleman!"

The two looked at each other and nodded in agreement, as heroes often share the same ideas.

Princess Lin Ziyu’s gaze shifted back and forth between her brother and Chen Fei, feeling there was some unspoken understanding between the two men but she just couldn’t put her finger on what was amiss.

"Your Highnesses, Mr. Chen Fei, we have arrived!"

Housekeeper Mars suddenly spoke up.

The court’s exclusive hovering limousine, which had been smoothly moving all along, came to a stop in front of a grand mansion. This large ground transport was incredibly stable, barely giving any hint that it was moving.

The pristine five-story building was the residence of the Princess, with an exterior style that was dignified and imposing.

Despite the fact that Princess Lin Ziyu had been studying on Blue Star for years and had not returned to the Imperial Capital of Cangqiong Star, her mansion had still been well-maintained and cared for.

Now that the Princess has returned, the entire mansion was already prepared.

The steward and most of the servants lined up outside the main gate to greet her; upon seeing the Princess get out of the carriage, they all said loudly in unison, "Welcome home, Your Royal Highness the Princess! Greetings to His Royal Highness the Crown Prince!"

In the days when the Princess was absent, those who remained at the mansion felt like they had lost their mainstay.

The so-called factions existed not only within the court and Congress but inevitably infiltrated the court attendants as well, affecting them with their divisive sentiments.

The servants and guards within the Princess Mansion naturally fell under the Princess Faction, especially when the Princess was not at home, it was obvious they would be ostracized. Now that the Princess has returned, how could they not be overcome with excitement? They could imagine, starting from this moment, life was going to be much more comfortable.

"During the years I was away, everyone has worked hard!"

Princess Lin Ziyu’s gaze swept across the faces before her, followed by a deep bow.

Years had passed, yet she was still able to call out each person’s name, remember their ages, and even their birthdays.

Even though she was not in the Imperial Palace, she never forgot to have Housekeeper Mars send them a small gift on their birthdays.

To call it skillful management of subordinates would be an understatement; this was also one of Princess Lin Ziyu’s habitual ways of interacting with others—those who followed her should never be disappointed.

"Your Highness, we are not tired!"

"You finally came back!"

"..."

The attendants and guards were somewhat overwhelmed with emotion; everyone’s eyes were red, their faces wet with tears, and the lines started to falter.

But with those words from the Princess, all the waiting was worth it.

"Jiu!"

Little Bird wasn’t quite used to such scenes, and almost couldn’t help throwing out another "Light Burst Flash," which made Chen Fei quite worried.

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Crown Prince Lin Zio Slan did not leave but scrounged a meal at his sister’s place.

After lunch, the siblings and Chen Fei chatted over tea in the garden.

Seizing the right moment, Chen Fei tentatively asked, "Your Royal Highness the Princess, about the commission..."

The Slan Dynasty’s Princess was now in the Imperial Palace, which meant she was safely delivered to her destination. Chen Fei, having been explicitly commissioned, should be able to retire successfully and collect his fee to visit his Metallic Dragon friends.

Before Princess Lin Ziyu could speak, Crown Prince Lin Zio interjected, "No, Brother Chen, please wait a moment longer; we still need to trouble you."

"Hmm? Your Highness, what do you mean?"

Chen Fei was puzzled and looked toward Lin Ziyu, because after all, she was the actual client.

The Princess seemed hesitant too, with no intention to conclude the commission immediately.

Princess Lin Ziyu and her elder brother, the Crown Prince, exchanged glances and said, "I hope to extend the commission a while longer; I still entrust my safety to Mr. Chen Fei for the time being."

Somehow, Lin Ziyu and Lin Zio had come to an agreement.

This set of royal siblings had something up their sleeves, Chen Fei mused for a moment and, contemplating a possibility, asked, "Are the two of you planning to make a move?"

This guess was somewhat alarming.

Keeping him on meant the Princess would continue to face threats and needed further protection.

"Hehe, hehehehe!"

Crown Prince Lin Zio Slan laughed enigmatically.

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Princess Lin Ziyu also smiled without saying a word.

The brother and sister neither confirmed nor denied.

Silence was an affirmation—their attitude was the answer, and Chen Fei finally saw the light.

It appeared that both had finally had enough of the annoying intricacies of their respective factions and were ready to seek an opportunity to resolve them decisively. True to their royal upbringing, they acted resolutely—once their minds were made up, they did not hesitate.

When Princess Lin Ziyu was on Blue Star, her defense capabilities were at eighty percent; back at the Imperial Palace, they were at one hundred percent. With Chen Fei, it would be one hundred and twenty percent.

Once the Princess’ safety was guaranteed, the Crown Prince would be free to act without any reservations, unafraid to act decisively and chop off any desperate gambles.

Therefore, Chen Fei could guess that the person who would make the move was precisely this Crown Prince who was laughing heartily—he had been staying on Cangqiong Star, presumably elaborating his plan for a long time, waiting until the Princess returned to officially begin.

None of the Imperial Family Youngsters were simple.

"Alright! The safety of Her Royal Highness the Princess is in my hands!"

What more could Chen Fei say?

Previously, it was protection; now, it was still protection; the extended commission was also protection—no difference at all, except that the payment would increase.

If he could earn an extra amount, why wouldn’t he be willing?