Douluo Dalu: Qian Renxue's Younger Brother

The next day.

Hu Liena, Yan, and Xie Yue were taken by the happy Chrysanthemum Douluo to hunt for soul rings.

Qian Renjue had a Soft Bone Rabbit resting on his shoulder, he sat cross-legged on the bed.

While the already "mature" Blue Silver Emperor was busy concocting medicine, preparing the necessary nutrient solution for itself.

...

At the gates of Heaven Dou Imperial Academy.

Two girls walked side by side, descending the granite steps.

Strand of purple and blue hair intertwined, because they were standing so close to each other.

A green dress wrapped around the budding figure, with light green eyes casting a glance at the delicate face beneath a veil.

Her voice was as sweet as honey

"Lingling, do you want me to accompany you to Heaven Dou City?"

In response to Dugu Yan's question, Ye Lingling slightly raised her azure eyes and gently shook her head.

Her veil fluttered, revealing a bit of fair skin.

"Yanyan, someone from my family is gonna come to pick me up, so there's no need for you to accompany me."

"Alright then."

Dugu Yan didn't say much more.

After Qian Renjue left, she had become Ye Lingling's deskmate.

Having spent a month together, she had already gained some understanding of Ye Lingling's personality.

Its very difficult!

But as a maid, she must complete the tasks assigned by her master

Thinking of Qian Renjue, Dugu Yan's green eyes carried a glimmer of anticipation.

Ye Lingling's blue eyes briefly saw Dugu Yan, she was a bit curious about the sudden mood change of Dugu Yan.

She could confirm that Dugu Yan was indeed trying to get close to her, but there's no malice behind it

She was always protective, sincere, and genuine.

"Lingling, why are you looking at me like that?"

Dugu Yan snapped out of her thoughts and casually grabbed Ye Lingling's soft, delicate hand.

Ye Lingling calmly averted her gaze.

"Didn't the Third Prince say he wanted to challenge you?"

Dugu Yan arrogantly raised her head and snorted lightly.

"Hmph! Just a brat with one soul ring, daring to challenge me."

"He's just trying to get close to me to uncover the secret of my purple spirit ring."

Ye Lingling nodded slightly.

Upon first seeing Dugu Yan's spirit ring configuration, even she was surprised.

"I'm afraid he won't give up so easily."

"There's nothing to worry about. The Dugu family isn't easy to provoke."

Dugu Yan laughed confidently.

Even if they could offend the Dugu family, they couldn't offend Spirit Hall.

"Yanyan, we've arrived."

Ye Lingling stopped, gently withdrawing her fair hand from Dugu Yan's grasp.

They had reached the foot of the mountain.

Dugu Yan looked off into the distance, noticing a green-haired figure personally driving a carriage, her eyes light up with joy.

Turning to Ye Lingling, she asked, "Lingling, where's the person from your family?"

"Over there."

Ye Lingling didn't move but glanced toward a carriage bearing the emblem of Nine-Hearted Begonia.

Relieved, Dugu Yan waved gently and said goodbye to Ye Lingling:

"See you tomorrow, Lingling."

"Mm."

Ye Lingling nodded, parting ways with Dugu Yan, each heading in a different direction.

"Dad, why did you come personally?!"

Dugu Yan quickly sprinted toward the Dugu family's carriage.

Ye Lingling listened to the sound, but she just shook her head and climbed up to the carriage

Dugu Yan also nimbly jumped onto the carriage.

"Yanyan, be careful."

"Dad, you haven't answered my question yet."

"Haha..."

Dugu Xin was somewhat excited.

"I'm here to take you to the medicine fields."

"Medicine fields?"

Dugu Yan froze momentarily, then guessed excitedly, "Could it be that His Highness has returned?"

"Haha, something like that."

Dugu Xin chuckled as he tugged the reins of the horse and urged the carriage to move forward.

"Dad, what do you mean 'something like that'? If you keep teasing, I'll ask Grandpa to scold you!"

Dugu Yan grabbed her father's arm, slightly anxious.

Dugu Xin shook his head helplessly and explained, "It's a letter and a gift from His Highness."

"A letter and a gift from His Highness?"

Dugu Yan calmed down somewhat, feeling a bit disappointed.

"Yanyan, why do you look like that?"

Dugu Xin who was visibly excited, couldn't help but told her:

"Your grandfather, after taking the pill sent by His Highness, has already broken through to Title Douluo!"

"What?!"

Dugu Yan exclaimed.

"Grandpa... Grandpa broke through to Title Douluo? That's fantastic!"

"Yes! And His Highness gave all of us gifts."

"Dad, hurry up with the carriage!"

"Alright! Yanyan, sit tight. I'll speed up."

Dugu Xin's face lit up with joy.

He, too, couldn't wait to return to the valley in the Sunset Forest.

...

Dugu Yan was eager to see Dugu Bo and to find out what was in Qian Renjue's letter.

Did it contain anything for her? What exactly was the gift?

...

Ye Lingling sat upright in her carriage.

Through the window slit, she watched the Dugu family's carriage move farther away from Heaven Dou City, her eyes filled with contemplation.

In her mind appeared bright purple eyes, golden hair, and a tall figure.

For some reason, Ye Lingling always connected Dugu Yan with the boy she had seen that day.

The timing of their appearances was too close.

Far too coincidental.

But the solitary nature of Dugu Bo, the head of the Dugu family, was also well known.

Who exactly was that boy from?

The jade pendant at his waist...

"Miss, we're ready to depart. I've already informed the madam in advance."

The voice of a servant came from outside the carriage.

"Mm."

Ye Lingling pulled herself out of her thoughts.

The carriage slowly started moving toward Heaven Dou City.

Ye Lingling didn't return home every day.

But at the foot of the mountain, the Ye family's carriage waited daily.

Today, she had only come down the mountain to accompany Dugu Yan.

Perhaps Ye Lingling had been isolated for too long, and thus didn't reject Dugu Yan's approach.

Or maybe, deep down, she felt that Dugu Yan had some connection to the boy with the blood jade, which was why she didn't push her away.

...

Nine-Hearted Begonia, Ye family.

The carriage passed through the bustling streets and gradually stopped in front of the Ye mansion.

At the entrance stood a beautiful woman who had been eagerly awaiting.

Dressed in a goose-yellow dress, her unadorned face had no trace of wrinkles, and she bore a slight resemblance to Ye Lingling.

Her wine-red hair was pinned up, and her movements were graceful and dignified.

Despite Ye Lingling's aloof nature, Ye Qinshui's face remained filled with gentle, loving smiles.

She quickly approached her daughter, affectionately linking arms with her, and softly said:

"Lingling, why did you come back so suddenly today? Are you no longer angry with Mom?"

"I wasn't angry."

Ye Lingling gently shook her head, obediently following her mother into the mansion.

"Not angry anymore?"

Ye Qinshui's face showed some confusion and curiosity.

"Did someone send information to you?"

"Who?"

Ye Lingling immediately stopped in her tracks, raising her eyes to meet her mother's eyes

"No? Really? What a coincidence then."

Ye Qinshui chuckled, reaching out to lift Ye Lingling's veil.

However, Ye Lingling quickly evaded her.