Qian Renxue (6)

"Tomorrow," Dai Chengfeng said. "I need to return to the Star Luo Empire first to handle some family affairs, then start preparing for the academy's establishment."

"So soon..." Qian Renxue lowered her head, hiding the disappointment in her eyes.

Dai Chengfeng gently lifted her face. "A short separation is for a better reunion. Five years will pass quickly. When I stand before you again, I'll be a Soul Douluo. I'll lead my team to win the attention of the entire continent, and then I'll marry you openly and honorably."

Qian Renxue's eyes grew faintly moist, but she forced herself not to let the tears fall. "I'll wait for you. Five years—no matter what happens, I'll wait for you."

"And I'll wait for you to complete the Angel God Trial," Dai Chengfeng promised. "The day you become the Angel God, I'll stand beside you and crown you myself."

When the two left the teahouse, it was already noon. Sunlight spilled over Spirit City's white streets, making the entire city look as beautiful as a dream.

Qian Renxue took Dai Chengfeng around the campus of Martial Soul Hall Academy, through the Spirit Hall Library that housed countless Soul Master classics, and to Heroes' Square, where statues of past generations of powerhouses were enshrined. At every place, she gave Dai Chengfeng a detailed introduction, as if she wanted to share everything most important in her life with him within this single day.

As the sun set, the two arrived at the highest point in Spirit City—the Stargazing Platform. From here, they could overlook the entire city. In the distance, Pope's Hall, Douluo Hall, and Worship Hall looked solemn and mysterious in the sunset's afterglow.

"When I was little, whenever I felt lonely or under too much pressure, I would come here." Qian Renxue