"Soul Emperor?" Chen Xin raised his eyebrows slightly, seeming to be interested in his confidence.
In three years, from Soul Elder to Soul Emperor, this has to cross three major realms!
Even if we look at the entire Douluo Continent, this speed is astonishing.
"There has to be a goal." Zhou Qiubai smiled, with a determined light shining in his eyes.
"Okay." Chen Xin nodded, with a smile on his lips, "Then three years. After three years, I will be waiting for you at the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect."
Ning Fengzhi was observing silently from the side, and suddenly sighed, seeming to have some emotion in his heart.
"Uncle Sword, you have been obsessed with Sword Dao all your life, but you are also bound by this Sword Dao. The shackles of the sect's responsibilities and commitments have prevented you from reaching the true state of 'selflessness'. It was me who delayed you."
Chen Xin was silent for a moment and responded slowly, "I know."
"Then you..."
"Willingly." Chen Xin stared at Zhou Qiubai, "He is a wanderer. He can go wherever he wants. But I am different. Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is kind to me. Rongrong needs my protection. These responsibilities... are all constraints that I am willing to bear."
Zhou Qiubai took a deep look at Chen Xin, and suddenly had some realization in his heart.
At this moment, he understood what Sword Douluo was thinking.
Chen Xin is not unable to be free and easy.
He just chose responsibility.
Such a state of mind is extremely admirable.
"Senior." Zhou Qiubai said seriously, "I will definitely keep the appointment in three years."
"I'll wait for you here."
Ning Fengzhi also nodded slightly towards Zhou Qiubai and Yang Guyun.
"It's getting late, so we won't disturb you anymore."
Zhou Qiubai cupped his fists with thorough etiquette and smiled, "Senior Sect Master Ning, Chen Xin, thank you for your hospitality."
"No matter where." Ning Fengzhi smiled lightly, "Young Master Zhou, if you encounter any problems at Heaven Dou City, feel free to come to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect to find me. I dare not say anything else. Here at Heaven Dou City, our reputation as Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect still has some weight."
After all, Liu Erlong is not the kind of person who would give up.
Zhou Qiubai understood immediately and showed an understanding smile, "Then I would like to thank Sect Master Ning in advance. If I really need it, I will definitely come to you."
Both of them are smart people, and their words are to the point.
As for whether they would bother them if they were really in trouble, both of them knew it well in their hearts.
Ning Fengzhi didn't point it out, and turned to Xiao Yao, who had been standing quietly behind Zhou Qiubai, with a soft tone. "Little girl, your name is Xiao Yao, right?"
Xiao Yao nodded.
"It may be inconvenient for you to follow Young Master Zhou and the others." Ning Fengzhi said softly, "Two grown men traveling around the world, taking a girl like you with them, will inevitably cause gossip and fail to take care of you. Why don't you come back to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect with me? There is a special resettlement place there, where you can have enough food and clothing, and you can also learn some skills."
He paused for a moment and added, "I see that you have some Soul Power foundation. If you want, you can stay in the sect to train. If you can become a talent in the future, it will be much better than following them around outside."
These words are both true and pertinent.
Zhou Qiubai and Yang Guyun looked at each other. It was indeed inconvenient for them to carry Xiao Yao.
It is too dangerous for two grown men to wander around, taking on tasks to make money, and may even get into fights, with a girl who has no ability to protect herself.
Moreover, Xiao Yao's appearance is so eye-catching that it attracts everyone's attention wherever it goes.
Now that they have been targeted by many forces, if they take her with them again, they will undoubtedly add a weakness to themselves.
"Xiao Yao." Zhou Qiubai squatted down and looked at her level, "Sect Master Ning is right. If you follow us, you will experience a lot of hardships. Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect is a large sect. You can at least live a stable life there."
Xiao Yao bit her lip, tears welled up in her eyes again. "But..."
"Silly girl." Zhou Qiubai gently rubbed her head, "This is not farewell. When you have learned your skills at the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and can protect yourself, you can come to us at any time. At that time, if you still want to travel with us, we will definitely take you."
This sentence brings Xiao Yao hope.
Xiao Yao's eyes lit up instantly. "Really?"
"Really." Zhou Qiubai nodded seriously, "There is still a long way to go, so don't rush. You should learn your skills first, and when you can protect yourself, I will take you wherever you want to go."
Xiao Yao thought for a long time, and finally nodded vigorously. "Okay! Then I will definitely learn my skills well, and from now on... I will protect Brother Qiu Bai from now on!"
Zhou Qiubai responded with a smile, "Okay, I'm waiting for you."
Ning Fengzhi was observing quietly from the side, with a trace of complicated emotions flashing in his eyes.
Zhou Qiubai is a person who seems free and easy-going, but in fact he values love and justice, works in an orderly manner, and knows how to advance and retreat.
If such a person can enter the sect, he will definitely be able to accomplish great things.
It's a pity...
He sighed secretly, while still maintaining a gentle expression on his face. "Then it's settled, Miss Xiao Yao, come with me."
Xiao Yao Before getting on the carriage, he turned back three times and waved vigorously at him.
Zhou Qiubai also waved to her, and his smile gradually faded away until the carriage disappeared at the end of the long street.
"Can't bear to leave?" Yang Guyun rarely asked.
"A bit." Zhou Qiubai admitted, with a hint of tenderness in his eyes, "That girl is quite pitiful."
"There are so many poor people." Yang Guyun asked, "Do we have to take care of everyone?"
Zhou Qiubai laughed, "That's not the case, it's just that we bumped into each other, so we can't pretend we didn't see it."
The two of them were walking side by side on the way back. After walking for a while, Yang Guyun suddenly asked, "Are you serious about your date with Chen Xin just now?"
"Of course." Zhou Qiubai said confidently, "In three years, from Soul Elder to Soul Emperor, I will do what I say."
"This is not easy."
"I know."
"Aren't you afraid of being embarrassed if you can't do it?"
"What are you afraid of?" Zhou Qiubai smiled, "If you can't do it, keep practicing until you can do it. What we are not afraid of the most is embarrassment."
Yang Guyun glanced sideways at him and moved the corners of his mouth slightly. "You are quite reasonable."
"What can I do if I can't think about it?" Zhou Qiubai stretched out, "Wrowing and looking can't improve Soul Power. It's better to live happily, practice and make money when it's time."
As he spoke, he suddenly took out the stored-value card from his arms and turned it around on his fingertips. "Ninety-two thousand Gold Soul Coin, which is enough for us to use for a while. However, sitting on our hands is not a long-term solution. We need to find something serious to do starting tomorrow."
"What serious matter?" Yang Guyun asked curiously.
"Mercenary Guild, Mission Hall, go wherever you can make money." Zhou Qiubai put away the card, "But before that, you have to eat enough."
Yang Guyun nodded and said no more.