Chapter 5878

When Huo Ling’er heard this, she happily led Wangcai around, chasing and playing with him.

Wangcai was clearly fond of her as well, often carrying her around the camp. The sight drew no small amount of envy from the Earth Fire Pavilion disciples and the hired guards alike.

“Daoist Chen is truly blessed—extraordinary strength and favored by the princess as well.”

“That little Fire Qilin is incredible too. It’s actually descended from a pure-blooded qilin. Daoist Chen really has great fortune.”

“Her Royal Highness is lively and adorable. She and Daoist Chen actually seem well matched…”

There were those who admired, those who envied—and those with less innocent intentions.

But not everyone was pleased by what they saw.