Phoenix was training at the Royal Training Ground when she received the video.
The Martial Arts Hall at the school was crowded and noisy, and many pieces of equipment required queuing and reservations for use.
Phoenix had a special identity and wherever she went, she was the center of attention. If she wore a tight-fitting training outfit, it would only draw more eyes.
Phoenix didn’t have to queue to use all the facilities in the Martial Arts Hall, but precisely because she didn’t need to queue, she couldn’t take advantage of that.
Doing so would just make the students feel that the Royal Family was aloof, unwilling to share joys and sorrows with them, which contradicted her intention of coming to the Imperial First Military Academy...
Therefore, most of the time, she preferred to practice at the training ground of her own home.
After all, the equipment here was all-encompassing, even more complete than what was at the Martial Arts Hall. When Her Highness the Princess needed to use the facilities, the guards were responsible for clearing the area.
Except for a few close relatives of the Royal Family, no one else had the right to use it...
"I won’t let you not watch this video," Sheng Xinhua sent after uploading the video, and then there was an accompanying voice message.
"What is it?" Phoenix asked in response.
She knew Sheng Xinhua’s character; this woman always liked to send prank videos to her.
For example, a video might start with a cute bunny hopping around, then suddenly a demon would rush towards her. Or what seemed like an interesting academic lecture suddenly turned into the moaning sound of women...
It either scared you to death or socially embarrassed you.
From past experiences, Phoenix definitely wouldn’t casually click on anything this woman sent.
The video call from Sheng Xinhua came through, and after answering, Sheng Xinhua said, "Someone challenged Tang Fei, you have to see this, it’s hilarious."
"Are you sure it’s not a prank?" Phoenix asked, wary.
"You actually doubt me? You heartless thing. Well, forget it, I’ve done my duty as a good friend by forwarding you the news the moment I saw it," Sheng Xinhua said with an exaggeratedly heartbroken expression.
Phoenix saw Sheng Xinhua’s fiery red lips and her hair styled in big waves, ready for a wandering look, and asked, "Where are you off to now?"
"To meet my lover," Sheng Xinhua replied with a flirtatious wink and a soft voice.
"Aw, feeling shy?" Sheng Xinhua, seeing Phoenix’s speechless expression, teased with a giggling voice.
"How long will it take you to get here?" Phoenix inquired.
"Ten minutes, maybe. I’m already on my way," Sheng Xinhua replied. "You’re still at the training ground, right?"
"I am. When you get here, let’s go riding for a bit, then have dinner here in the evening."
"Whatever you say goes. I’ll listen to you."
After hanging up, Phoenix looked at the video on her phone and ultimately couldn’t resist clicking on it.
Since there was nobody else in the training hall, even if some strange sound came out, it wouldn’t be heard by anyone.
Just had to be on guard in case something like a monster or ghost burst out of the video... that would be terrifying...
Most of the time, Sheng Xinhua was terrifyingly mature and wise, and Phoenix liked to discuss any problems or issues with her. But sometimes, she could be as childish as a kid...
Fortunately, everything was normal.
The video started with Tang Fei’s face, and then there was someone who came to challenge him. Tang Fei refused, and then Ran Ran kicked the challenger away with one foot...
Ran Ran’s legwork was very good.
His legs were also very attractive.
Seeing Tang Fei in the video made Phoenix feel good.
It had been dozens of hours since she last saw him.
Seeing his attitude and words when refusing others made Phoenix feel a sense of familiarity.
This was still the Tang Fei she knew, unchanged by his arrival on New Star.
New Star was a society that valued rules and the rule of law, something greatly lacking on the Old Land.
Phoenix had been worried that Tang Fei might not integrate into New Star or that he would have to make great sacrifices and endure much pain to do so.
Now it seemed he was doing very well.
Living comfortably in his own way.
After the video ended, Phoenix couldn’t help but hit the play button again.
This time, she watched even more carefully.
Seeing Tang Fei step forward voluntarily when Ran Ran said that private fighting with weapons was not allowed in the school, Phoenix couldn’t help but purse her lips and smile.
"Which guy?" Sheng Xinhua’s voice suddenly rang in her ears.
"Huh?" Phoenix jumped, startled, and said, "When did you get here? That was fast."
"I’ve been standing at the door for ages, just watching you play the video over and over, laughing out loud..." Sheng Xinhua said. "Who’s this ’guy’ you’re talking about?"
"I’m talking about Lu Yang," Phoenix replied seriously, looking at Sheng Xinhua. "Why would he choose to challenge Tang Fei at this time?"
"What? You think someone’s manipulating things behind the scenes?" Sheng Xinhua asked. "Challenges are common in the Ancient Martial Department; there are many duels every day. Your little friend became popular by defeating Shen Qingyu with mid-level Qi control, and his fame is unrivaled at the moment. Isn’t it normal for someone to challenge him?"
"If it’s a normal challenge, that’s fine," Phoenix said. "I’m just afraid it might not be a normal challenge."
Sheng Xinhua sat down on the floor in front of Phoenix, looked at her rosy and tender face fresh from training, and said, "Are you worried about the Shen Family seeking revenge?"