Chapter 34: Ning Rongrong

Early morning, outside Notting City.

A young boy and girl strolled leisurely along the main road.

The boy was as handsome as jade, and the girl was coldly beautiful; they seemed a perfect match.

These two were, of course, Zhou Chen and Zhu Zhuqing.

Initially, Zhou Chen planned to take a carriage to Shrek Academy, but his loyal follower Xiao Chenyu did some calculations:

Shrek Academy was located in Soto City, over a thousand miles from Notting City. By carriage, they could arrive in five days;

However, on foot, even with their strong soul master physiques, it would take nearly ten days.

And with each extra day of travel, Zhou Chen would have more time to spend with Zhu Zhuqing and cultivate their relationship.

Thus, Zhou Chen decisively chose to walk.

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Three days later.

Evening.

After three days of continuous travel, even though Zhou Chen and Zhu Zhuqing enjoyed each other's company, they felt a bit weary.

Though the sun had not yet set, they decided to stop and rest rather than continue.

Taking out an axe, hammer, stakes, fence, and tent from the bracelet-shaped spatial soul guide on his wrist, Zhou Chen and Zhu Zhuqing began setting up a simple campsite.

The saying "men and women work well together" proved true, as the tedious task of setting up camp was filled with laughter and joy.

Especially Zhou Chen, whose laughter rang like a barbell, scaring off any soul beasts in the vicinity.

"Zhou Chen, go chop some wood. I'll start the fire and cook. Let's have grilled skewers today," Zhu Zhuqing suggested naturally, pointing to a small grove about ten miles away.

Over the past few days, she'd gradually adapted to life with Zhou Chen, though she hadn't realized it.

"Alright, Zhuqing."

Zhou Chen nodded, golden soul rings rising from his feet as he shot off like a golden light!

Third Soul Skill—Earth Traversal Golden Light!

Five minutes later, Zhou Chen returned with a large bundle of firewood. By then, Zhu Zhuqing had already lit a fire, with a grill set up beside it, roasting dozens of skewered lamb.

In addition to lamb, there were vegetable rolls, tofu, squid skewers, cuttlefish balls, potato slices, flatbread, and more. Zhu Zhuqing skillfully turned the skewers, ensuring they cooked evenly.

"Why did it take you so long, Zhou Chen? Where's your spice kit?"

Zhu Zhuqing looked up, her cold eyes sparkling.

"I'm here. What sauce do we want today? Tomato, Thousand Island, mushroom, seafood, or black pepper?"

Zhou Chen set down the firewood, smiled, and pulled out a small brush and various jars from his spatial bracelet, filled with different sauces and spices.

"Let's use some seafood sauce today, with a sprinkle of cumin and salt," Zhu Zhuqing suggested, her eyes gleaming with anticipation for the soon-to-be-ready delicacies.

"Okay."

Zhou Chen nodded, evenly brushing the seafood sauce onto the skewers, then sprinkling cumin and salt, with a touch of pepper. He roasted the skewers slowly over the flame.

Meanwhile, Zhu Zhuqing tended the fire, adding firewood as needed to keep the flames strong.

Soon, the skewers were fully cooked, their aroma mingling with the spices, making one's mouth water.

"Can we eat now?" Zhu Zhuqing asked, swallowing a bit, though her expression remained cool.

"Not yet, be patient. The vegetables are fine, but beef, lamb, and squid need to be thoroughly cooked to avoid parasites," Zhou Chen explained as he turned the skewers.

"You know so much," Zhu Zhuqing remarked, nodding obediently as she sat on a nearby rock, resting her chin on her hand, watching Zhou Chen focus on grilling.

Suddenly, she smiled unconsciously, a sweet feeling welling up inside her.

If I could watch him forever, I'd be content...

Five minutes later, Zhou Chen finished grilling. He divided the skewers into two portions, giving one to Zhu Zhuqing and keeping the other for himself.

He then took out two bottles of dark beer from his spatial bracelet, handing one to Zhu Zhuqing.

They ate and drank together, chatting in a warm and pleasant atmosphere.

Suddenly, Zhou Chen's ears twitched, picking up the sound of footsteps approaching from five miles away.

But he paid it no mind, nor did he use his Heavenly Sight to check the newcomer's appearance.

After all, this was near a main road, and many travelers passed through. He couldn't check everyone!

So Zhou Chen continued eating, drinking, and chatting with Zhu Zhuqing, saying warm and heartfelt things.

As time passed and the alcohol flowed, they grew closer, nearly touching.

However, at that moment, a soft, playful female voice interrupted them: "Um... your skewers smell amazing. Could you spare some? I'll pay!"

The voice shattered the intimate atmosphere between Zhou Chen and Zhu Zhuqing, leaving Zhou Chen fuming!

"Scram! Not for sale!"

Zhou Chen barked, looking up to see a girl in a light blue and white dress.

The girl had long hair, stood at least half a head shorter than Zhu Zhuqing, with fair skin and delicate features. Her large blue eyes seemed to speak.

"I'm sorry for bothering you."

The girl's voice trembled slightly at Zhou Chen's rebuke. "I just smelled the aroma and wanted to try some. I'll pay."

She took out a small pouch from her waist's spatial soul guide, the clinking sound revealing it was full of gold soul coins.

Clearly, she was a little rich girl.

"Do you think money can insult us?"

Zhou Chen sneered, his mood sour from being interrupted.

"No, not at all."

The girl, known as a little witch in her circles, felt tears welling up under Zhou Chen's scolding.

She quickly added, "We could be friends. My name is Ning Rongrong. What are your names?"

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