In an instant, Chen Changfeng's murderous intent vanished. Replaced by a calmness never before seen in his eyes.
However, his body still instinctively resisted, "You're being ridiculous, get down!"
He was no longer a child, and Qian Renxue's actions truly embarrassed Chen Changfeng, especially the softness of her chest. He then noticed that Qian Renxue's perfectly curved figure filled out her long golden dress, not only without a single wrinkle, but also with a strong sense of sway.
It was almost bursting out.
Terrifyingly so.
The excitement lasted only a moment; Qian Renxue seemed to calm down at that moment as well.
Their eyes met, and the unique scent of the man, mixed with the fragrance of the surrounding grass, entered Qian Renxue's nostrils, making her feel dizzy.
Such a bold move.
She was filled with shame, and Qian Renxue's face instantly turned red, all because of her excitement.
The next second...
Qian Renxue quickly jumped off Chen Changfeng, her evasive gaze momentarily unsure where to look.
Her heaving chest betrayed her inner turmoil. "Um, Brother Changfeng, Xiaoxue… Xiaoxue was a little impulsive just now."
"It's been over ten years. When will you change your rash nature?"
Chen Changfeng smiled, a rare occurrence, and pinched Qian Renxue's cheek as he had when they were children. "This isn't like the Xue Qinghe I know; it's like two completely different people."
"Ah?"
Qian Renxue was startled, then realized, "You've been to Tiandou City?"
Chen Changfeng smiled without answering, neither confirming nor denying.
Qian Renxue also giggled.
She noticed that Chen Changfeng, whom she hadn't seen for years, exuded a murderous aura. She had felt a chill just moments before, but thankfully, he regained his familiar calm.
What had he experienced in these past ten years? The
moon hung high in the sky.
A young boy and girl unexpectedly met in the forbidden area of the Spirit Hall.
Among the pine and cypress trees on the cliff.
Qian Renxue sat beside Chen Changfeng, her feet swinging gently, her hands resting on the tree trunk. Her pretty face, illuminated by the starlight and moonlight, appeared even more delicate.
The moonlight made her skin appear even more exquisite, almost flawless.
But what truly captivated the eye were Qian Renxue's long, shapely legs, perfectly straight and without a single flaw.
Their eyes met.
All of Qian Renxue's regrets vanished in that instant.
What were Qian Renxue's regrets?
It was the first time she saw the young man, his bow fully drawn, fearless of time and wind.
But ultimately, the east wind shattered her dream of the deep palace, and life wore down her youthful heart. She had thought that life was a journey, that they would meet again anywhere.
But later she realized that ten years had passed since their last parting, and their reunion only existed in dreams.
Was it so?
Flowers bloom and fade, youth never returns, and life is most prone to mistakes.
Even the Holy Maiden of the Spirit Hall had unfulfilled wishes, her sorrow etched within the high walls of the palace.
Qian Renxue also wanted a life without regrets, but how could one have it all, to be true to both the angel and the beloved?
After more than a decade of longing, Qian Renxue had so much to say to Chen Changfeng, but at this moment, she was speechless, only silence prevailing.
The night passed without incident.
The next day,
the highly anticipated finals of the All-Continent Elite Soul Master Tournament finally arrived in Wuhun City. Wuhun Academy faced off against the
tournament's dark horse, Shrek Academy. Due to Chen Changfeng's strong performance, the Spirit Hall specially moved the finals venue to Wuhun Square. This venue was located in the very center of Wuhun City. The massive arena had a diameter of over ten thousand meters and was entirely constructed of granite.
A large number of soul tools were used overnight to reinforce this enormous arena to prevent damage. According to information provided by the Spirit Hall, this arena was capable of withstanding attacks from Title Douluo-level opponents without damage.
This caused quite a stir.
The competition location was now completely far removed from the Spirit Hall and the Pope's Palace.
The Spirit Hall had originally announced in its notices that the final three would compete in front of the Pope's Palace. The Pope would personally appear and crown the final champion.
For any soul master, this would be an unparalleled honor.
Was it really necessary to change the venue and even set up a protective barrier at the Title Douluo level for a duel between Soul Masters and Soul Kings? Was the Spirit Hall making a mountain out of a molehill to show off their strength, or did they have ulterior motives?
It's truly baffling.
Although puzzled, no one dared to say anything, after all, the organizer was the Spirit Hall, and the right of interpretation lay with them.
It's worth mentioning that this year's Shrek Academy team fought their way through the competition, defeating the Star Luo Royal Academy team and becoming the biggest dark horse of the tournament. After three days of competition, the Shrek Academy team successfully defeated all their opponents and advanced to the final.
Their opponent was the highly anticipated Spirit Academy team.
At this time, more than a dozen teams from the final entered the arena to watch the match.
The Spirit Hall temporarily set up a VIP section facing south, which also served as the referee's seat. In addition to Xue Qinghe, Ning Fengzhi, Chen Xin, Dugu Bo, and a few others in the first row of the VIP section, there was another noteworthy figure: Pope Bibi Dong, who sat in a high position.
Compared to the eye-catching, dingy green uniforms of Shrek Academy in the preparation area, the Spirit Academy team's uniforms were gold, an all-over champion gold that was quite striking. Embroidered with six symbols of the Spirit Hall, they formed a stark contrast to Shrek Academy's dingy green.
Yesterday, Spirit Academy's battle against Heaven Dou Royal Academy was a decisive victory, achieved in just one minute. The three members of Spirit Academy's Golden Generation left a deep impression, especially Hu Liena's control, which directly determined the outcome of the match.
But in this final, the controversial Spirit Hall genius Hu Liena was gone, leaving Spirit Academy with only six players in the preparation area.
Almost instantly,
the audience erupted in discussion.
"Bibi Dong, what exactly are you doing?"
Seeing the lineup of the Spirit Hall's preparation area, Qian Renxue in the audience trembled slightly. Her gaze swept over Bibi Dong, and she couldn't help but wonder, "You saw Shrek Academy's outstanding performance, didn't you? Are you planning to send six people to fight against seven? Isn't that a bit too arrogant?"
While puzzled, Qian Renxue noticed something strange.
Something was off.
Why did those black-clad men responsible for the defensive array feel so familiar?
Qian Renxue's gaze lingered on the six black-clad men shrouded in black robes responsible for the plaza's defensive barrier. Just then, one of them seemed to sense her gaze, slightly raising his head and giving Qian Renxue a warm and affectionate smile.
Grandpa Jin... Jin E!
Qian Renxue's heart skipped a beat. After confirming the identity of the person in the black robes, she hurriedly checked again.
Grandpa Qingluan! Grandpa Xiongshi! Grandpa Guangling! Grandpa Qianjun! Grandpa Jiangmo! Good
heavens!
Those guarding the plaza's barrier aren't ordinary Soul Masters from the Spirit Hall, but rather the Elders of the Hall of Respect.
Aside from Grandfather Qian Daoliu, all six Elders have personally come out to guard the Spirit Hall Plaza?
Are they insane?
What on earth is going on?
Qian Renxue's face instantly turned deathly pale, her heart filled with horror: "With all six of my grandfathers out here, what kind of upheaval is the Spirit Hall about to face?"
(End of Chapter)