"But this change is too drastic. You look about the same age as me now."
Qian Renxue stared wide-eyed at Jun Yi in disbelief.
"That's normal. Things related to the divine are mysterious and unpredictable. It's quite normal for some inexplicable things to happen, isn't it?"
Jun Yi smiled and asked Qian Renxue in return.
"What you said does make some sense."
Qian Renxue looked at her mother with concern in her eyes and asked, "Mom, how are you feeling now? Are you feeling any better?"
"I feel much better. Jun Yi's treatment is really effective. It not only cured my physical ailments but also healed my emotional wounds."
A gentle and refreshing smile appeared on Bibi Dong's face, as if all the weariness and vicissitudes of the past years had been swept away. She looked as if she had become ten years younger. "Mom, you really look much better," Qian Renxue said with surprise. "Yes, I can feel it too," Bibi Dong looked at Qian Renxue, her eyes full of love.
" Jun Yi, it's getting late. Why don't you go back first, and I'd like to talk to Xue'er alone?"
Bibi Dong looked at Jun Yi and asked for his opinion.
Jun Yi nodded. He understood Bibi Dong's feelings. Although only an hour had passed with Qian Renxue, Bibi Dong hadn't seen her daughter for a whole year and a half. She definitely wanted to catch up with her, so there was no need for him to be a third wheel.
"Okay, Sister Dong'er, I'll be going now."
Bibi Dong watched Jun Yi leave the room.
Qian Renxue, standing to the side, was even more confused after hearing the address " Sister Dong'er ". What was going on? When did her mother become so familiar with Jun Yi? She was even calling him "sister"? And her mother didn't seem to care at all.
And what's with that affectionate look in her eyes? Why does it feel like my mother is seeing off her lover? What's going on? What exactly happened in the past hour?
After Jun Yi left, Bibi Dong turned her gaze to Qian Renxue.
She then slowly stood up, walked straight forward, and hugged her daughter, a tear glistening in her eye. " Xue'er, you've really had a hard time these past few years."
"Before, I was too stubborn, transferring the pain Qian Xunji caused me onto you. I failed in my responsibility as a mother, and I'm truly sorry. I apologize." "Now, I understand. True strength isn't about wielding more power, but about upholding your beliefs and cherishing those you care about. Xue'er, in the future, Mommy will never let you suffer any harm." Bibi Dong's words echoed in the air, her eyes filled with renewed hope and expectation. Qian Renxue listened, tears welling in her eyes, tightly embracing her mother, tears streaming down her face...
Jun Yi did not return to the rest area of the Heaven Dou Empire team immediately, but went directly to the training ground of the Spirit Hall.
Jun Yi released his Divine Power to sense the entire Spirit Hall and quickly located the training ground.
At this moment, Zhu Zhuqing, Hu Liena, Yan, and Xie Yue, along with the other seven members of the Spirit Hall, were fighting against a Soul Douluo.
Jun Yi stood on the high stands, quietly watching the battle below. Seeing Zhu Zhuqing's unwavering resolve in combat filled him with immense satisfaction. He witnessed Zhu Zhuqing's agility and ruthlessness, as well as Hu Liena's resourcefulness and leadership. He also saw Yan's ferocity and destructive power, and Xie Yue's unique Martial Soul and combat skills. Just then, the Soul Douluo suddenly launched a fierce attack, his target Zhu Zhuqing. Seeing the critical situation, Xie Yue and Hu Liena immediately unleashed their Martial Soul Fusion Skill. Instantly, the entire arena was filled with the light of two sharp blades... They stepped in front of Zhu Zhuqing. Seeing this, Zhu Zhuqing smiled slightly. The battle that followed was no longer a one-man show for the Soul Douluo. Hu Liena and Xie Yue, in their Martial Soul Fusion Skill state, displayed strength comparable to a typical Soul Saint. Zhu Zhuqing, Yan, and the others launched a fierce attack. Their teamwork was excellent, each utilizing their strengths to keep the Soul Douluo busy. Finally, with a frost-covered claw from Zhu Zhuqing striking him squarely in the abdomen, the Soul Douluo was easily defeated by the seven members of the Martial Soul Team, thanks to their near-perfect coordination.
"It seems that Zhu Zhuqing and the others are cooperating much better than I expected," Jun Yi said with a smile.
On the arena, Yan sighed softly and said, "Without Miss Rongrong's assistance, our overall combat strength has indeed decreased. In the past, we could defeat Soul Douluo in the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, but now it takes almost two incense sticks."
At this moment, Xie Yue had already deactivated his Martial Soul Fusion Skill. He walked to Yan's side, patted him on the shoulder, and said, "You don't need to tell me that. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda is the number one support Martial Soul in the world, so its support capabilities are naturally unparalleled. Moreover, Ning Rongrong's Martial Soul has evolved into the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, further enhancing its support capabilities. It's perfectly normal for our overall combat strength to decline."
"I'm still too weak. I feel I need to go and train some more. Xie Yue, after this battle, would you like to come with me to the Slaughter City?" Yan suddenly turned to Xie Yue and asked.
"Hey, Yan, you're not kidding, are you?" Xie Yue looked at Yan in disbelief, then patted his head.
"No, that place is where our Spirit Hall imprisons some of the most heinous criminals. Going there to train will definitely help me grow stronger."
Yan's expression was extremely serious, not like he was joking. On the other side, Hu Liena kept looking at Yan, lost in thought.
"I didn't expect you to be so strong. It seems our Heaven Dou Royal Academy's chances of winning aren't very high."
A figure appeared on the arena.
He was dressed in a snow-white robe, his short blue hair was slightly curly, and his eyes were deep and intelligent. His appearance instantly attracted the attention of everyone present.
"Who are you?" Yan asked warily.
"How come you don't even recognize me? Have I changed that much?" Jun Yi's voice reached everyone's ears, and the others were all stunned.
Zhu Zhuqing stared at Jun Yi silently for a few seconds, then stepped forward and hugged him. " Jun Yi, what happened? Why do you look different again? You seem to have suddenly grown up."
"Some small things happened, so my appearance has changed a little. But do you like me like this?" Jun Yi joked.
No matter what you become, I will love you.
(End of this chapter)