Chapter 8 Leaving for an appointment

Six years later!

In the back mountains of the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, a majestic and resounding voice echoed throughout the valley.

"Stinky brat, are you slacking off again? Have you mastered the Soul Power Forging Technique I taught you?"

A massive bone dragon soared over the valley, and atop its head, Ancient Rong wore a stern expression as he looked around, as if searching for something.

Before long, Sword Douluo Chen Xin flew over, stepping on his sword, and upon seeing Ancient Rong, he spoke up, "Old man, where's Ye Chen? Did he comprehend the new insights of sword intent you arranged for him last month?"

Upon hearing this, Ancient Rong rubbed his already sparse hair and said, "I haven't seen that brat for half a month. He spends all day not cultivating, just eating, drinking, and having fun everywhere. I really don't know what he's thinking. Clearly, he has astonishing talent, but he's so wasteful. It's infuriating."

Chen Xin sighed and shook his head alone.

Since that duel, Ye Chen had settled in the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect. Both of them, these old fellows, had taught him wholeheartedly over the years without neglect.

But what was annoying was that Ye Chen was mischievous and had no interest in cultivation whatsoever.

Yesterday, he took Rong Rong to catch fish by the river, the day before yesterday, he took her to climb trees to collect bird eggs, and for some time before that, he even took her to a deserted island for survival training, staying there for several months.

For six whole years, Ye Chen had engaged in countless absurd behaviors, but not a single one was related to cultivation.

But what was even more infuriating was that Ye Chen's soul power was still growing rapidly in this situation. Chen Xin couldn't help but mutter to himself about this: "If that kid could just put in a little effort, even just a little, I'd be satisfied."

"But will he put in the effort? Well, I just hope that when he goes out for training someday, he'll be a bit more sensible."

Bone Douluo shook his head with a look of frustration. Even he didn't believe what he was saying.

In the clock tower outside the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, Ye Chen lay under the giant clock, looking through the colored glass at the distance.

"Six years... Little San, are you doing well?"

Time passed too quickly, and in the blink of an eye, it was the day of his appointment with Tang San. He also had to prepare to go to Soto City, where the system's third checkpoint was located.

"Who's Little San? Do you have brothers or sisters outside?"

Ning Rongrong, leaning on Ye Chen's chest, looked curious. For six years, she had always wanted to get close to this man, but Ye Chen always said she was too young, so they kept their distance.

Looking at Ye Chen so close, Ning Rongrong had an impulse to throw herself at him and devour him, but unfortunately, the closest they got was just kissing each other's lips.

"Little San is my good brother from my hometown. We grew up together."

Ye Chen stroked Ning Rongrong's brown-gray hair. The little girl had grown into a stunning beauty. Her exquisite face was extremely tender, wrapped in a sky-blue pleated skirt that accentuated her well-developed figure, giving her an extremely noble temperament.

Although she was only twelve years old, Ning Rongrong already looked like a grown-up girl, both naive and enticing.

Seemingly aware of Ye Chen's gaze, Ning Rongrong suddenly sat up and then hooked her chin, blowing a fragrant breath, "Am I beautiful?"

"Cough, cough!"

Awkwardly coughing several times, Ye Chen quickly looked away from her.

This little demon girl was becoming more and more enticing as she grew up, and her teasing skills were gradually improving. If it weren't for Ye Chen being accustomed to it, just those few movements might make him unable to control himself.

In the last few days at the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Sect, Ye Chen packed up his daily necessities and prepared to leave.

On this sunny day, in the outer square of the sect, Sword Douluo and Bone Douluo, along with Ning Fengzhi, watched Ye Chen and Ning Rongrong standing in front of them, and they couldn't help but advise them with some reluctance.

"Ye Chen, take good care of Rongrong. If I find a single hair missing from the little girl, I won't let you off lightly."

"Apprentice, when you're out there training, you must cultivate diligently. Don't forget that there are always stronger people out there. Be cautious, and if you can't win, run away, you know?"

"Rongrong, listen to Ye Chen outside. Don't throw tantrums. Daddy can't take care of you anymore. Pay attention to everything."

Facing the concerns of the elders, Ye Chen could only nod in response, while Rongrong seemed very excited. Holding onto Ye Chen's arm, she chuckled, "Grandpa Sword, Grandpa Bone, Daddy, you can rest assured and leave me to Ye Chen. He will definitely take good care of me."

After saying this, she waved her hand and then pulled Ye Chen onto the carriage, heading towards Soto City.

"This girl, she likes Ye Chen to the bone. Fortunately, that kid is steady, or else I would..."

Watching the two figures gradually moving away, Ning Fengzhi couldn't help but smile and shake his head, then waved his sleeve and walked away with the two Douluos.

Soto City, located at the border between the Barak Kingdom and the Fasno Province, Ye Chen and Ning Rongrong traveled without delay and arrived at the city after more than a month.

Entering the main city, the

 bustling streets were crowded with people. The people of the two kingdoms often gathered in the border city of Soto for mutual trade and benefit, which contributed to the city's prosperity.

Looking at the bustling shops around, Ning Rongrong's talent as a woman seemed to be stimulated, and she pulled Ye Chen to start shopping.

"Ye Chen, do you think this earring is pretty?"

"And this dress, it's so different from what I usually see."

Ye Chen grinned and said, "Hmm, they're all pretty. Buy whatever you like."

Before long, Ye Chen was carrying a bunch of big and small bags, and his body was covered with various shopping bags, making him look like a human tree.

"Ye Chen!"

Just as Rongrong was about to enter a large shopping mall, a voice, both unfamiliar and familiar, suddenly came from not far away.

Pushing aside the bags blocking his view, Ye Chen couldn't help but grin, "Little San, long time no see!" He wanted to greet him but found that he had no free hands.

A figure in blue, Tang San, walked over, followed by Xiao Wu with a scorpion braid.

"Long time no see. You must have been doing well these years."

Seeing Ye Chen's embarrassed appearance and Ning Rongrong standing beside him, Tang San couldn't help but smile.

Seeing this, Ye Chen silently activated his soul power and casually put all the shopping bags into his storage ring, then shrugged and said, "Ah, someone thinks that this is the only way to show her how much I care about her. It's really troublesome."

With his hands free now, the four of them walked towards a hotel to catch up.

The architecture in the Douluo Continent was similar to the Nordic style. The lobby of the hotel exuded a modern atmosphere with its Roman columns, marble floors, and crystal chandeliers.

"Boss, give us two top suites."

Xiao Wu blinked and looked at Ning Rongrong, touching their index fingers together, "Two rooms? Are you two already..."

"No, no, you're mistaken."

Ye Chen quickly came out to explain, but Ning Rongrong, on the other hand, didn't care and pouted, "We often sleep together, and Dad said, don't spend money recklessly when you're away from home. Isn't that right?"

With his arm held by Rongrong, Ye Chen laughed awkwardly and nodded, "You're right, we need to save money!"

Upon hearing this, Tang San and Xiao Wu couldn't help but laugh. They had seen Rongrong buy a bunch of impractical things. If this wasn't considered spending recklessly, then having ten more rooms would be considered thrifty.

While they were chatting and laughing, a tall blond man, accompanied by two charming women, walked over, left and right, hugging them, which made other passersby envious.

The most eye-catching was the man's eyes, a pair of peculiar eyes with double pupils.

Since there were no rooms left, the young man couldn't help but yell at the front desk attendant, "You must be new here. Call your manager out."

Unable to bear it, Tang San stepped forward to remind the man that they were here first, but the other party arrogantly responded, "I see you're all soul masters too. Come, I'll give you a chance to leave."

Seeing this, Xiao Wu and Tang San wanted to confront him, but the man ignored them and pointed at Ye Chen instead, "You're the strongest among them in soul power, so let's have a match."

"Me?" Ye Chen scratched his head and shrugged helplessly, "You'd better pick Tang San."

Upon hearing this, the blond man sneered, "What's wrong? Afraid?"

"I'm quite afraid!" Ye Chen nodded and then chuckled, "I'm afraid that when I make a move, you'll end up lying down."

(End of this chapter)