Let's Go to the Night Market!

Night.

The sign for the Star Soul Guidance Shop shimmered with a cold light under the backlight.

Chu Men opened the shop door and took a deep breath of the fresh, post-rain air.

He took the opportunity to stretch his back, his spine popping with a series of crisp cracks.

Xiao Wu hopped out after him, obediently closing the door behind Chu Men.

She looked just like an eager, well-behaved student!

Chu Men raised his hand, deftly "intercepting" the shredded carrots Xiao Wu was about to offer him, and shoved them into his mouth without a hint of hesitation.

He smacked his lips afterward. "Not bad!"

Xiao Wu had just changed into a pink princess dress, looking dainty and adorable, and had been in a fantastic mood.

Now, she planted her hands on her slender waist in dissatisfaction, pouting as she scolded him:

"Creepy uncle! You're bullying me again!"

Chu Men didn't care in the slightest.

This small gesture ignited the enthusiasm in the livestream chat.

[The sky has cleared, the rain has stopped, and the streamer thinks he's got his groove back!]

[I thought we wouldn't get to see the night market today, but it seems the heavens are being generous.]

[Stealing snacks from a kid, shame on you!]

"Xiaoyu's Xiaoxiang Pavilion" was currently livestreaming, with the 24-hour non-stop "The Truman Show" as the backdrop.

It wasn't just her; many streamers in the real world, and even variety shows, used "The Truman Show" as their background.

After all, Douluo was a real world.

Even if it could be boring at times, it never lacked a sense of anticipation.

Most viewers didn't care for Chu Men's technical discussions or work-related segments from the afternoon.

However, the moment "shopping" or "pretty girls" were mentioned, the number of online viewers surged exponentially!

At this moment, Lin Xiaoyu, who had been chatting with her audience, decisively switched topics and requested a video link-up:

"Finally! I thought you were going to flake on us today."

The comments in Chu Men's livestream were also increasing:

[Look at the way the streamer is walking, so confident—he looks like he just got paid!]

[You said it. A whole box of Gold Soul Coins this afternoon; if that were me, I'd be over the moon!]

[Heaven Dou City is bustling enough during the day, I wonder what the night market looks like! Can't wait!]

Chu Men looked Xiao Wu up and down, satisfied with her new outfit, and nodded:

"It seems this outfit really suits you."

Xiao Wu took out the Pocket Soul Power Stun Gun that Chu Men had just given her, aimed it at him with a practiced air, and demanded in a milky voice:

"How do you have my clothes?"

Her large, beautiful eyes looked at Chu Men as if she were staring at a pervert.

"Hey, that stun gun is for your self-defense, don't aim it around..."

Chu Men quickly reached out, pretending to block the weapon, and explained, "I bought these clothes for you out of kindness, why are you returning good with evil? Fine, aren't I inviting you out as a guest? I just prepared a little early."

Chu Men spread his hands.

As a "kidnapper," he wasn't professional where he should have been, but he was quite professional where he shouldn't have been!

Xiao Wu put the gun away, half-believing him, but she lagged a few steps behind, keeping her distance from Chu Men.

Chu Men loosened the clothes he had just changed into and wiped his damp hair with a handkerchief, his body radiating the fresh scent of shower gel:

"Almost forgot to tell you, the Dugu Yan I met at noon, the one with the purple hair—her grandfather is Dugu Bo, a Titled Douluo. So, don't go running around."

His tone was casual, as if he were reminding someone to look both ways before crossing the street.

Xiao Wu's small hand, which had been adjusting her belt, froze, and her rabbit ears snapped straight up.

She immediately pressed close to Chu Men, her large eyes filled with terror, her small hands gripping his sleeve tightly:

"A Titled Douluo? Then... then let's not go to the night market, okay? I'll just stay home."

Her voice was trembling.

A ten-thousand-year soul beast that hadn't reached maturity had an instinctive fear of Titled Douluos.

The more Xiao Wu thought about it, the more afraid she became. She simply hugged Chu Men's arm, looking like she was about to drag him back into the shop.

She looked like she was saying, "You'll have to kill me before I step outside!"

[Haha, look at Sister Xiao Wu's ears standing up!]

[Streamer, hurry up and coax her! Look how scared you've made our Sister Xiao Wu!]

[The mission failed before it even began; that's all for tonight's night market tour, bye everyone!]

Chu Men couldn't help but laugh and cry. He reached out with his free left hand and rubbed her silky, smooth hair.

Her hair was still a bit damp, and her scorpion braid had come loose.

It seemed Chu Men still had plenty of practice to do when it came to braiding hair.

"What are you afraid of!"

Chu Men patted his chest, brimming with the high spirits of a youth.

"With your Weird Uncle here, who dares to come? A Title Douluo? I'll take them down!"

"Besides, the pink necklace I gave you can completely mask your soul beast aura. Even if Bibi Dong came herself, she wouldn't be able to sniff out that you're a little rabbit. Don't worry!"

After finishing his words, Chu Men gave her shoulder a heavy pat and strode into the pitch-black alleyway first.

Xiao Wu had just let go of his sleeve, and after a few seconds of hesitation, she immediately followed him.

Not only was the live chat buzzing with excitement, but the comment section was also piling up post after post.

[Sister Xiao Wu looking timid is so cute! Shy little rabbit.jpg]

[My Chu Men is invincible under the heavens!.jpg]

[Isn't it just a tiny Title Douluo? Take them down!.jpg]

In just two short days, all sorts of memes featuring Chu Men and Xiao Wu had sprung up on the internet like bamboo shoots after a spring rain.

Along the way, Teacher Chu had been busy providing psychological support to Student Xiao Wu.

He was attempting to unload the little girl who was rapidly evolving into a human backpack.

"...You can't just stop going out for the rest of your life because there might be a Title Douluo out there, right? Xiao Wu, you can't give up eating just because you choked once!"

Seeing that Xiao Wu had finally lowered her legs from around his waist, Chu Men pinched her cheek.

The two walked along the rain-soaked bluestone path toward the main road.

Occasionally, a night breeze would blow, causing water droplets to fall from the leaves and hit the ground with a rhythmic "pitter-patter."

Chu Men and Xiao Wu walked at a brisk pace, and before long, they arrived at a crossroads.

An old farmer was squatting by the side of the road, his bamboo basket filled with fresh lotus pods.

"This area is the night market. Mostly commoners live here, and soul masters rarely come by, so it's very safe!"

Chu Men comforted Xiao Wu while casting a glance at the old farmer.

His coarse cloth jacket, covered in several patches, had been washed until it was faded white. By the light not far away, one could clearly see the old man's soaked shoulders and back.

Water dripped from the brim of his tattered straw hat, his pant legs were rolled up to his knees, and his calves were still stained with mud.

Chu Men squatted down carelessly, picked a bright green lotus pod from the basket, and sniffed it with a look of intoxication.

"Old man, how much for these lotus pods?"

"Three Copper Soul Coins each, or ten Copper Soul Coins for three!"

The old farmer looked up, revealing a pair of cloudy eyes. His voice was a bit hoarse, but his tone was steady and firm.

Chu Men smiled, took out a Silver Soul Coin, and handed it over.

The old farmer hurriedly took it, carefully examined it under the dim light, and then tucked it into his inner pocket with great caution.

He nimbly picked out the three best-looking lotus pods from the basket, tied them together with a straw rope, and handed them to Chu Men.

"Weird Uncle, one Silver Soul Coin is worth ten Copper Soul Coins. You gave him too much!" Xiao Wu whispered a reminder.

Chu Men took out the largest lotus pod, its plump seeds almost bursting through the skin.

"Snap!" A crisp sound rang out.

He pried open the outer shell of the lotus pod, revealing the tender white seeds inside, each covered by a thin, delicate membrane.

A fresh, fragrant scent wafted toward them.

Chu Men plucked a seed and popped it into his mouth.

The sweet, refreshing juice burst across his tongue, carrying a hint of bitterness that left a sweet aftertaste.

He raised an eyebrow at Xiao Wu and used a focused sound transmission:

"We're here to enjoy the market, why worry about such trifles?"

After saying that, he popped another one into his mouth, looking so satisfied that Xiao Wu couldn't help but swallow hard.

"Ugh!"

Xiao Wu watched him, pouting in frustration, but she felt too embarrassed to snatch any in front of the old farmer.