"This…" Yu Tianheng was momentarily at a loss for words. No wonder he always felt that Dugu Bo was somewhat targeting him—it turns out there was a reason.
His face twitched slightly as he thought to himself: once he returned to the family, he had to ask who was so blind as to anger Dugu Bo. Didn't they know his relationship with Dugu Yan? It was simply like provoking the sky—asking for death!
"By the way, Cheng Xiao, I almost forgot. The Elite Competition for Advanced Soul Masters across the continent will start in a year. Teacher Sun Buyu asked me to tell you—don't forget to participate."
"Alright, thank you, Tianheng." Cheng Xiao patted his shoulder and smiled.
"Hmm, alright then. I'm taking them to train, so I won't disturb you and Senior Dugu here." Yu Tianheng nodded slightly, then waved to the Shi family brothers, Osro, Yufeng, and the others behind him:"Let's go, we'll train at the Dou Soul Arena."
With that, Yu Tianheng led them away.
After they left, Dugu Bo glanced at Dugu Yan, who had not yet finished training, and smiled at Cheng Xiao:"You brat, why don't you become my granddaughter-in-law?"
Hearing this, Cheng Xiao's face changed slightly. He quickly waved his hands to refuse:"No, old poison… I don't want to be your granddaughter-in-law. I think our current relationship is just fine."
"Heh, you little brat, taking advantage and still acting modest, huh?" Dugu Bo glared at Cheng Xiao."If you don't want to be my granddaughter-in-law, there are plenty of others who do."
"Doesn't being a granddaughter-in-law require Sister Yan's approval?" Cheng Xiao scratched his head, embarrassed.
"Hmph, I won't bother with you anymore." Dugu Bo waved his sleeve and got up, heading out of the room.
"You old rascal." Shaking his head, Cheng Xiao's gaze fell on the spiral staircase to the second floor. After a moment of thought, he walked up slowly.
On the second floor, Cheng Xiao's eyes scanned the surroundings and finally rested on the balcony. There, Ye Lingling was quietly leaning on the windowsill, her hands lightly supporting her face, elbows naturally propping up her body. Her delicate cheeks were gently lifted by her palms as she gazed into the distance through the window.
At this moment, mottled sunlight streamed through the window, softly illuminating the girl's long and slender figure. A comfortable breeze stirred slight ripples.
Cheng Xiao's gaze became slightly dreamy as he looked at this beautiful silhouette. He stood silently for a long time, unmoving.
"Cheng Xiao, you're back?"
The girl's eyes met the silently standing black-clad youth. Without the black veil, her elegant and delicate face revealed a faint smile of delight.
Hearing Ye Lingling's clear voice, Cheng Xiao slowly returned to reality and waved to the smiling Ye Lingling, chuckling lightly:"Long time no see."
"Long time no see." Seeing Cheng Xiao's slightly more mature face than before, Ye Lingling's eyes shimmered with emotion. She softly smiled:"It seems this trip to the Sunset Forest has brought you quite a lot. Can you tell me what happened during this time?"
"Of course, we are friends." Cheng Xiao nodded slightly, then walked over to stand beside Ye Lingling. Together, they looked out at the endless sky, murmuring:"A lot has happened recently, but I didn't encounter any real danger. I came back with Sister Yan's grandfather. We had a very pleasant conversation, which delayed me a bit."
"That sounds good. Sister Yan's grandfather is a Title Douluo-level powerhouse. The fact that you could get along well with him is really impressive." Ye Lingling was slightly silent, then covered her mouth and giggled softly.
"It was just luck." Cheng Xiao shook his head slightly and smiled.
At this moment, Dugu Yan suddenly walked up. Although she had not yet reached the second floor, her excited voice carried from afar:
"Lingling, I heard from Grandpa that Cheng Xiao is back. Did he come to see you?"
Hearing Dugu Yan's voice, even the cool Ye Lingling blushed slightly. She secretly glanced at Cheng Xiao with the corner of her eye, then lowered her head, fingers twisting together.
"Haha… Sister Yan, have you finished training?" Cheng Xiao laughed awkwardly upon seeing Dugu Yan walk up the second floor and asked.
"Yes, training is done." Stretching lazily, Dugu Yan's perfect waist curve was fully visible. Her bold movements made Ye Lingling's face behind Cheng Xiao stiffen, and she instinctively clenched her hands.
Noticing Ye Lingling's awkward expression, Dugu Yan laughed lightly and said in a low voice:"It seems you're much better than that wooden Yu Tianheng."
"What do you mean?" Cheng Xiao was slightly puzzled.
"Nothing, just keep it up. I'm counting on you." Dugu Yan patted Cheng Xiao's shoulder and then went downstairs without looking back.
This fluid set of actions left Cheng Xiao at a loss. For someone who had always been solo, the meaning behind Dugu Yan's words was truly hard to guess.
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Meanwhile, at Shrek Academy.
Xiao Wu, Dai Mubai, Oscar, Zhu Zhuqing, and Ma Hongjun were training in Soul Skill Simulation. The instructor guiding them was Zhao Wuji.
"Faster, faster, Xiao Wu, increase your speed! Zhu Zhuqing, your attacks must be fiercer! Do you intend to tickle people with your cat claws in the competition?" Zhao Wuji shouted while enhancing gravity, urging the five trainees.
Suddenly, several Shrek students rushed over. As soon as they arrived at the Soul Skill Simulation training field, they shouted:"Teacher Zhao Wuji, someone is looking for Tang San and Dai Mubai!"
"Looking for Dai Mubai and Tang San?" Zhao Wuji was taken aback, then asked puzzled:"Who is looking for them?"
"Not sure, but they seem to be powerful people." The students shook their heads and recounted everything in detail.
"Powerful people…" Zhao Wuji frowned, then glanced at the five who had stopped training and said lightly:"Oscar, go call Tang San. Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, Ma Hongjun, training ends here for the morning. Dai Mubai, come with me."
Although Dai Mubai was somewhat confused, he followed Zhao Wuji.
Along the way, Dai Mubai felt uneasy, his eyelids twitching.
Watching Zhao Wuji and Dai Mubai heading toward the academy gate, Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing were also puzzled, but they stayed behind to continue training.
Outside Shrek Academy's main gate.
Standing in the center was an elder, holding the arms of two people beside him. On his left was a beautiful girl, no more than fifteen years old.
On his right was a gentle and scholarly middle-aged man.
These three were Ning Fengzhi, Ning Rongrong, and Bone Douluo Gu Rong.
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