Martial arts strengthened his body, spiritual energy tempered his physique. Even though he could no longer cultivate the Heavenly Dragon Vajra Righteous Dharma, Wang Chen's physique was still evolving toward the transcendent realm, and the changes in his appearance were plainly visible.
Even though his features had not changed, his bearing and temperament were nothing like they had been a month ago!
Because Wang Xiaomeng knew Wang Chen so well, she was especially astonished.
She stuck out her tongue, then produced a beautifully wrapped little box as if performing a magic trick. "Brother, happy birthday!"
Wang Chen smiled. "Thank you."
Half a month ago, he had celebrated his seventeenth birthday.
That day, Wang Chen had received a call from his mother, along with birthday wishes from his younger brother and sister.
Wang Xiaomeng had also sent him greetings through WeChat.
But at the time, she had not been in the provincial capital. She had gone sightseeing on Hong Kong Island.
"I picked out this gift together with Tian Tian. She chipped in too!"
Wang Xiaomeng did not forget her best friend and asked with a grin, "Aren't you touched?"
Wang Chen nodded repeatedly. "Thank you, little sister Tian Tian."
Tian Tian replied shyly, "You're welcome."
Wang Xiaomeng could hardly wait. "Then hurry up and open it!"
Inside the box was a branded wristwatch. It was not some luxury designer label, but its design was quite striking. It was also a mechanical watch, and with its stainless-steel band, it gave off a very manly feel.
"Not bad."
Wang Chen put it directly on his wrist. The size fit quite well too. "I like it."
"As long as you like it!"
Wang Xiaomeng beamed. "Tian Tian and I spent ages picking it out at the duty-free shop. The sales clerk was rolling