This rather peculiar group then left the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well and headed towards Heaven Dou City.
Jiang Zhen led Lan Xi fei at the front, with Bing Di , Xuedi, and Lan Fuzi following closely behind.
Bing Di initially maintained its speed, but soon unconsciously flew closer to Jiang Zhen, seemingly not wanting to fall too far behind.
The Xue Di looked at the Ice Empress, her icy blue eyes thoughtful.
As the imperial city of the Heaven Dou Empire, Heaven Dou City's grandeur and prosperity far surpass those of cities like Barak.
The towering city walls stand majestically, and the city gates are bustling with traffic, pedestrians, and merchants. The noisy crowds can be heard from a great distance.
Landing not far from the city gate, Lan Fuzi exclaimed in surprise, "Wow! So many people!"
"This is much bigger than that Silves city!"
Her amethyst-like eyes were filled with excitement as she looked around, finding everything new and fascinating.
Xue Di 's expression remained calm, but upon closer inspection, one could detect a subtle fluctuation that flashed deep within her eyes.
The eternal stillness of the far north contrasts sharply with the vibrant bustle here.
"Follow me."
Jiang Zhen's gentle voice came, and an invisible yet reassuring aura enveloped her, slightly calming the commotion that Lan Fuzi might have caused due to her excessive excitement.
At the same time, it blocked most of the gazes directed towards Bing Di and Xue Di, filled with amazement and awe.
These people are so outstanding in terms of temperament and appearance that it's hard not to attract attention.
After Jiang Zhen paid the entrance fee, he followed the flow of people into the city.
The streets, wide enough for ten carriages to travel side by side, are lined with shops, and the sounds of hawking, bargaining, and laughter fill the air.
"Candied hawthorn berries! Sweet and sour candied hawthorn berries!"
"Exquisite silk, come and see!"
"Exquisite jewelry, crafted with masterful techniques!"
Various sounds and smells mingled together, assaulting the senses of the non-human beings.
Jiang Zhen went over and bought a few strings of candied hawthorns, which he then shared with them.
Lan Fuzi carefully licked it, and her eyes lit up instantly.
Then she happily ate it in small bites.
The snacks in the human city are pretty good, she didn't get enough last time.
Bing Di took a bite of the candied hawthorn, and the sweet and sour taste melted in his mouth.
She narrowed her eyes slightly, but said, "Hmm, it's alright, just so-so, but it's cloyingly sweet."
Xue Di looked at the snacks in her hand but didn't eat them. She just quietly observed the luster of the candy shell and the texture of the hawthorn, as if she were studying some novel natural creation.
Lan Xi had already finished her skewer in no time and was staring longingly at Jiang Zhen, her meaning quite clear.
Jiang Zhen had no choice but to buy her two more skewers.
Then, they were attracted by all sorts of new and interesting things:
Sugar-blowing artisans, shops selling all kinds of sparkling jewelry, and fragrant pastry shops...
Jiang Zhen patiently stayed with them, explaining things to them from time to time.
Although Bing Di is always critical, they never stop moving around. When they see something interesting, their eyes will linger for a moment longer.
Xue Di , on the other hand, is more like a silent observer.
Her gaze would occasionally fall on Jiang Zhen, watching him patiently treat Lan Xi , calmly deal with Bing Di 's insincere words, and meticulously explain various things to Lan Fuzi...
This human boy possessed a composure and inclusiveness that belied his age and strength, which aroused her interest in exploring him further.
Along the way, we passed an elegantly decorated teahouse, from which came melodious music and a faint aroma of tea.
Seeing that they had walked for a long time, Jiang Zhen suggested that they go inside and rest for a while.
We booked a private room facing the street and ordered some tea and snacks.
Lan Xi and Lan Fuzi really liked the soft and sticky pastries.
Bing Di took a sip of tea and frowned slightly: "It's far inferior to the ice dew of the far north."
But he kept drinking it, sip after sip.
Xue Di picked up the jade-like teacup, watching the tea leaves floating in the cup and the rising steam, feeling the concept of "warmth" that was completely different from the extreme ice, and quietly lost in thought.
Jiang Zhen sat by the window, propping one cheek up with his hand, watching the bustling crowd below with a calm gaze, lost in thought.
Bing Di 's gaze involuntarily drifted towards Jiang Zhen by the window.
The afternoon sunlight streamed through the carved wooden window, casting a soft golden glow around him.
His long, light blue hair with a few strands of icy white was tied into a neat high bun, but some strands still broke free and fell naturally to his temples, swaying gently in the breeze and shimmering with a silk-like luster.
Bing Di suddenly realized that they didn't seem to dislike this atmosphere at all, and even...
Looking at his serene and beautiful appearance in the sunlight, I felt a faint, indescribable sense of peace quietly growing within me.
It was as if, as long as he was there, all the noise and unfamiliarity around him became bearable.
She was startled by the abrupt thought, quickly dismissing the absurd idea, and inwardly spitting out her own frustration:
It must be that the air in human cities is too polluted, affecting her judgment!
She's the Heavenly King of the Far North, how could she...?
"Bing'er?"
"Bing'er!!"
The Xue Di 's clear, cold voice suddenly rang out. Though not loud, it instantly pulled the Ice Empress back to her senses.
Bing Di snapped back to reality, meeting Xue Di's icy blue eyes that seemed to see through everything. Her face flushed inexplicably, and she hurriedly looked away, stammering, "W-what are you doing?"
"The tea's gone cold," Xue Di said casually, her gaze returning to the cup in her hand, as if she had only mentioned it casually.
Bing Di lowered his head, looking at his reflection in the glass. His heart felt as if a small pebble had been thrown in, creating ripples that were difficult to calm down.
She didn't understand what was wrong with her; this unfamiliar and restless emotion left her feeling somewhat lost.
Jiang Zhen seemed to have thought of something, turned to look at them, and smiled slightly:
"Have you rested enough? There are a few interesting places in Heaven Dou City, would you like to go check them out?"
"Yes! Of course I'll go!"
Lan Fuzi was the first to jump up and respond; she hadn't had enough fun yet.
Lan Xi also looked at Jiang Zhen expectantly.
Bing Di suppressed the turmoil in her mind, forcing herself to regain her usual haughty demeanor, and stood up:
"Since you're already here, I'll reluctantly keep you company a little longer."
Xue Di also rose gracefully, her gaze sweeping over Jiang Zhen before finally settling on the bustling street outside the window. She said softly, "Let's take another look."
...
The group arrived in front of a huge semi-circular building.
The semicircle that was pressed against the ground had a diameter of at least 500 meters, and its highest point exceeded 80 meters.
Heaven Dou Auction House.
The auction house's main entrance was also semi-circular, and like the rest of the building, it was milky white. Four tall girls stood in front of the entrance.
The four girls moved in exactly the same way, with their hands in front of them and smiles on their faces. Although it was a professional smile, it was still easy to make people feel good.
These girls were clearly carefully selected; not only were they all around 1.75 meters tall, but they also had extremely well-proportioned figures.
As Jiang Zhen and his group approached, a young female greeter stepped forward, bowed slightly, and said, "Gentlemen, is there anything we can help you with?"
Jiang Zhen took out a Gold Soul Coin card and asked, "I saw the sign at the entrance; you're having an auction later, right?"
Are there any seats available?
"Yes, esteemed guest!" the girl replied, her eyes lighting up.
He quickly made a gesture of invitation, "Please follow me."
As he spoke, he took small, quick steps and led them into the auction hall.
Are there any seats available?
"Yes, esteemed guest!" the girl replied, her eyes lighting up.
He quickly made a gesture of invitation, "Please follow me."
As he spoke, he took small, quick steps and led them into the auction hall.
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