Chapter 2197 - 2200: The Person Qian Ning Has Been Avoiding

Upon hearing Shen Qiang's words, the face of the incredibly beautiful Jinli Qianning instantly turned red. She stared blankly at the coast, not daring to look at the flowers Shen Qiang placed in front of her. Her heart pounded with nervousness, and her palms were sweaty.

"Um, um..." Jinli Qianning had never been this nervous before. Usually not good with words, she was now completely at a loss for how to handle the situation.

Looking at her anxious expression, Shen Qiang smiled and said, "Qian Ning, I know you might not be sure right now. So how about this? You keep this bouquet here first, and if you ever decide you absolutely don't want to be with me, then return it to me."

Qian Ning was stunned, hesitating slightly.

"Of course, when that time comes, you can't use it to hit me in the face." Shen Qiang laughed.

His white teeth gleamed like snow under the moonlight and the glow of the campfire.

This somehow brought a smile to Jinli Qianning's delicate face.

But just then.

From the sea under the bright moonlight came a piercing shriek, as if breaking through the sky.

Not only did Shen Qiang frown with surprise in his eyes.

Nearby, Ye Guyun, who was drooling and waiting to eat meat, instantly became alert, surrounded by True Yuan and exuding a faintly provocative air.

"Is it him?"

The incredibly beautiful Jinli Qianning frowned.

Shen Qiang had already clearly seen a white line like lightning arrowing towards them across the sea surface.

Moreover, what astonished Shen Qiang was.

When the white shadow got closer.

He finally saw that the rapid approach was actually a youth, looking very handsome. He had a tall and robust figure, a handsome visage, not only possessing a pair of blue eyes, but with a high nose bridge and fair countenance embodying a noble demeanor.

Especially with his attire, which was remarkably refined.

Quickly reaching the shore, this youth smiled and bowed slightly, saying: "Princess Qian Ning, it's been five years since we've met. In these years, I've traveled along every coast of Huaxia, thinking I'd never see you again. Unexpectedly, I meet you here. Perhaps, this is destiny between us."

"Who is this guy?" Ye Guyun asked in astonishment, then her eyes lit up as she excitedly whispered, "Master, master, this guy is so handsome, so dignified."

Shen Qiang glanced coldly at Ye Guyun. If looks could kill, this glance would make Ye Guyun unable to live independently.

Moreover, at that moment, Shen Qiang's high-rank Observation Skill had clearly revealed his true form.

He was a merman.

Furthermore, his cultivation was beyond harmonization.

His existence spanned over one thousand seven hundred years.

However, compared to the charming Jinli Qianning, this merman was much fiercer. According to Observation Skill's insight, his true form fins appeared to originate from whale types, the giant ocean overlords.

"This isn't a place you should be." Qian Ning's voice was cold.

The man smiled, "Because Princess Qian Ning left without notice and vanished, I had to personally come to Huaxia to search for her whereabouts."

Jinli Qianning turned her head and coldly said, "You should leave."

Saying this, Jinli Qianning without hesitation accepted the rose Shen Qiang had given her.

Seeing this, the man's gaze instantly turned cold and he snorted.

Ye Guyun heard the sound faintly.

But at that moment, the sound in Shen Qiang's ears was like thunder.

"Honorable Princess Qian Ning, you are my fiancée. Although, as an elegant noble, I shouldn't mind that the beautiful you have other suitors, but you must come back with me." The man smiled, though his eyes were cold.

This not only stunned Shen Qiang but also left Ye Guyun beside him in bewilderment.

"He's your fiancé?" Ye Guyun shouted, jumping: "Qian Ning, are you engaged?"

Seeing Shen Qiang's clearly furrowed brow, Jinli Qianning felt inexplicably anxious and quickly explained: "Prince Butes, the so-called engagement was set by my father and your father without my consent."

This made Shen Qiang raise an eyebrow in surprise.

Meanwhile, hearing Jinli Qianning's words, the man's eyes instantly turned cold.

"Princess Qian Ning, you must understand, the power of the Sea Emperor Clan is not something you can contend with, so to ensure peace, your father matched you with me. If you publicly break the engagement, it not only tarnishes my honor but also shames my father."

Qian Ning remained silent, lowered her head, and looked at the rose in her hand, saying: "I like the flower in my hand."

Instantly, Shen Qiang's eyes lit up.

Because the flower was given to Qian Ning by Shen Qiang, now Qian Ning says she likes it, it's practically an indirect expression of her feelings for Shen Qiang.

If Shen Qiang couldn't interpret these feelings, he'd be a fool.

"You must come back with me." The man's eyes were cold, "No one can disgrace the Imperial Family."

Upon hearing this.

Shen Qiang instinctively frowned.

Ideally, Shen Qiang should stand up for Qian Ning, but the issue is with the Great Sea Demon Yu Jiang.

Shen Qiang was unaware of the whole story.

So to impulsively intervene at this moment was seemingly unwise.

Hence he exchanged a look with Ye Guyun.

Due to having signed the Symbiotic Imprint, their thoughts were connected.

Ye Guyun immediately spoke: "Sir, your words lack grace. Nowadays, even ordinary people know love is free, so best avoid forcing anyone."

Right after hearing this, the man who somewhat retained demeanor with Qian Ning, immediately flared up.

"When has it been your turn to speak when I am talking?"

His sword-like brows furrowed, exhibiting astonishing presence.

Ye Guyun frowned, her gaze instantly fierce.

But at this moment, not only did the waves intensify, numerous water lines surged, following which seven or eight men and two beautiful women appeared beside the man.

Additionally, several dozen men and women suddenly showed up not far from Qian Ning.

"Pay respect to Princess Qian Ning!"

Following their words, those dozens of men and women kneeled on the beach.

Qian Ning's eyes were calm, "You may rise."

At this moment, the cold-faced man stepped forward, sternly saying: "Princess Qian Ning, I've been searching for you for five years, so today you must come back with me. Anyone who dares to obstruct shall face death."

As he spoke, his gaze icily swept over Shen Qiang.