Luo Yu lifted his gaze, sizing up the three in front of him.
Xie Yue stared at the starry sky, too exhausted from barely surviving to care about anything else. He collapsed to the ground, gasping in the precious fresh air.
Hu Liena and Xiao Wu's delicate, radiant faces were smudged with dust, their clothes torn in multiple places.
Not just Xiao Wu's pink stockings were snagged, but Hu Liena's form-fitting leather pants were ripped as well, revealing glimpses of skin that made Luo Yu's heart skip a beat—he nearly lost his composure.
The two women, in the aftermath of such danger, looked even more endearing. Coupled with their soul beasts—one a supple, alluring rabbit, the other a captivating fox—their charm was beyond ordinary people's reach.
Noticing Luo Yu's gaze, Hu Liena and Xiao Wu felt a flush of panic. They instinctively tried to cover themselves but didn't even know where to begin. Their shyness was overwhelming.
Although they both liked Luo Yu, this situation was embarrassing even for them. Being naturally charming didn't mean they were uninhibited.
Luo Yu shook his head suddenly, pulling out four pieces of clothing from his treasure bag. He handed two to the women.
"Put these on first."
The women froze, not surprised by the man's storage abilities, but impressed by his gentlemanly manners and care. They bit their lips, gratitude shining in their eyes.
Quickly, Hu Liena and Xiao Wu slipped into the larger clothes. The sight of their exposed skin disappeared, and Luo Yu's mouth twitched—was he betraying his own eyes by doing this?
"We're both covered now," Xiao Wu said gratefully.
Hu Liena, curious about Luo Yu's extra two pieces, tilted her head.
Luo Yu shook his head, and in front of the women's curious eyes, he layered the two extra clothes, grabbed them by the sides, and pulled hard.
"Riiiiip."
The clothes tore into two wide strips.
"Why would you just rip perfectly fine clothes?" Hu Liena and Xiao Wu asked in unison.
Luo Yu tossed the strips to them calmly.
"Tie them around your waists."
The women glanced down at the fabric, cheeks reddening like ripe apples, then quickly turned toward Xie Yue, who was still staring at the forest, oblivious. They breathed a sigh of relief.
In the next moment, an odd feeling surged—why did it feel like they only cared about others seeing them, while being looked at by this man seemed no big deal?
No, if Luo Yu hadn't intervened, they wouldn't have even noticed in time.
Finally, the last traces of exposed skin were covered by the strips Luo Yu had torn, leaving his heart in a chaotic tangle.
With the new attire, Hu Liena and Xiao Wu radiated a different kind of charm. The faint scent of the man clung to the clothes, making them a bit shy.
Watching Luo Yu turn back toward the Star Dou Forest, their thoughts grew more complex.
Hu Liena, a top-tier member of the Golden Generation of the Soul Spirit Hall, strong and elegant, with countless admirers, found none matching Luo Yu's looks and temperament.
In terms of skill, the so-called promising youths couldn't even catch up to him. And in terms of character, recalling all the greedy, sly gazes she'd seen, she shook her head in disdain.
Xiao Wu fiddled with her clothes, thinking of Luo Yu's every gesture and action. A soft sigh escaped her, realizing even without remarkable looks, he possessed countless shining qualities.
Unassuming genius, noble yet willing to stand up for ordinary people, decisive in battle but sparing life, and gentlemanly with women—Luo Yu embodied it all.
Xiao Wu shook her head, refusing to think further about what her teammates might do if she were in danger or exposed.
"Thank you!" Xiao Wu stepped forward.
Luo Yu turned, a smirk on his lips.
"If you're thanking anyone, thank these two siblings—they almost got themselves killed saving you."
Hu Liena felt a little awkward at his tone, while Xie Yue smiled sheepishly.
Xiao Wu bowed formally to the siblings.
"May I know your names? Your lifesaving kindness deserves my full repayment one day."
Luo Yu said nothing, a playful curve to his lips.
Xie Yue went first.
"We're from the Soul Spirit Hall. I'm Xie Yue, and this is my sister Hu Liena."
"Soul Spirit Hall?" Xiao Wu's pupils shrank, a flash of hatred appearing deep in her eyes.
Xie Yue didn't notice, nodding. "Where are you from?"
"I'm from Shrek Academy," Xiao Wu's voice grew slightly cold.
"Shrek Academy? What's that?" Xie Yue frowned. "Liena, do you know about Shrek Academy?"
Hu Liena, having had conflicts with Luo Yu, snorted.
"I've never heard of it. No high-level academy on Douluo Continent bears that name."
Xiao Wu opened her mouth but said nothing.
In the past, she would have proudly declared, "Our academy may be unknown, but it's full of monsters." Now, with Luo Yu present, the words stayed stuck in her throat, a bit embarrassed.
Luo Yu stepped forward.
"I've seen people from that academy. Their talent's decent."
"Oh?"
Xie Yue perked up. Talent was important.
Luo Yu waved a hand.
"Decent, yes, but their mentality is lacking."
Hu Liena and Xie Yue both pictured someone vivid in their minds—Yan, mercilessly killed by Luo Yu…
The siblings felt uneasy, secretly sweating for Shrek Academy.
Xiao Wu, unaware of the backstory, only felt a mix of emotions at Luo Yu's fair assessment—a strong person showing respect for the weaker, unlike Dai Mubai's disdainful treatment.
"By the way, you came here alone to get soul rings, as a girl?" Xie Yue asked.
Xiao Wu froze, flustered.
"I took a leave from the academy and decided to try my luck in the Star Dou Forest."
"You've got guts," Xie Yue widened his eyes.
Hu Liena looked at Xiao Wu suspiciously but couldn't find any clear reason.
Luo Yu watched, amused, and probably figured out the whole situation.
Xiao Wu had gone out alone to get soul rings, calling Titan the Giant Ape to pick her up. Yan had planned to go with the ape and sensed it early, chasing her. The Shendouluo duo probably left Xie Yue and Hu Liena aside to focus on Yan, leaving Xiao Wu in danger. She then ran into the unreasonable three-headed Demon Hound… and the rest followed naturally.
Luo Yu spoke.
"All right, it's safe now. You'll probably wait for your elders, I'll be going first."
"You're leaving?" Xie Yue suddenly stood, Hu Liena approaching as well.
"Otherwise, should I stay for dinner?" Luo Yu smiled.
"Sure!" Hu Liena replied immediately.
"Yes, come back with us to the Soul Spirit Hall. My brother will do his utmost to host you." Xie Yue added, gratitude and admiration mixed in.
Xiao Wu caught the key words, voice awkward.
"You two were accompanied by elders? Soul Spirit Hall experts of the Douluo rank?"
Xie Yue nodded, puzzled.
Xiao Wu's face went pale.
"I have something to do. I need to leave first."
Luo Yu's lips curved in a knowing smirk—she wasn't naive and caught the hidden words.
"Recovered?" Xie Yue asked.
Xiao Wu shook her head, saying nothing, and walked over to Luo Yu, pursing her red lips as she met his gaze.
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