"I never expected Yun'er to actually know Luo Chuan."
Watching the scene before him, Dai Tianling wore a pensive expression. This was the first time he felt his knowledge was so lacking.
Had he missed something? How could he not know these two youngsters were acquainted?
"I did tell you, Father..."
"When the incident happened on the Soul Guidance Train, it was Uncle Tang Ziran who fought off the enemies outside, and the young man who bravely saved me inside the carriage was none other than Luo Chuan!"
Dai Yun'er said with utmost seriousness, looking exasperated.
She had explained it quite clearly! Honestly, her father hadn't even listened properly before scolding her.
"Oh?"
"So that young man was Luo Chuan."
Hearing this, Dai Tianling froze momentarily, his gaze lingering on the family before him as a peculiar emotion surfaced on his face.
He cared deeply for his daughter, which was why the incident had always weighed on his mind.
Yun'er had mentioned that the powerful family wouldn't stay long in Star Luo City, making it impossible to meet them. Who would have thought...
It was actually Tang Luochuan's family!
This was truly an indescribably wonderful twist of fate!
"Your Majesty, I wasn't as heroic as Yun'er makes it out to be. It was just a small effort."
Tang Luochuan was momentarily taken aback before shaking his head with a smile. There was nothing particularly heroic about it—just a simple act.
"That was no small matter."
Standing beside him, Dai Yun'er immediately objected, blinking her eyes in disagreement.
Clearly...
Luo Chuan had been incredibly impressive!
"Yun'er is right. This was no small matter."
"But since you're already acquainted, there's no need for me to introduce you..."
Dai Lingtian smiled, his approval of Tang Luochuan growing even stronger. It was hard not to admire such a young man.
"By the way, Brother Tang, from what Elder En mentioned, your family won't be staying on the Star Luo Continent for long?"
Dai Tianling asked thoughtfully.
"Indeed, Your Majesty."
"Since I've been developing my career on the Douluo Continent, I rarely return here. Moreover, Luo Chuan and Wu Lin have already registered for Shrek Academy's entrance exams and will be heading to Shrek City afterward."
Tang Ziran replied with a gentle smile.
"Shrek Academy..."
Hearing this, Dai Tianling's expression turned contemplative. He had to admit that this centuries-old academy was undoubtedly the foremost institution in the hearts of all people on the Douluo Continent.
Even though their Star Luo Empire had established a counterpart—Monster Academy—it still paled in comparison.
"As for the rest..."
"Shall we continue over a meal?"
Dai Tianling suggested with a light smile.
"As Your Majesty wishes."
Tang Ziran nodded in agreement.
"..."
The next day.
At the coastal port of Xing Tian City, the Tang Luochuan family had already arrived, accompanied by En Ci, Tong Yu, and Dai Yun'er.
"Elder En, this..."
"Is Senior Tong Yu also going to the Douluo Continent?"
Tang Ziran looked astonished as his gaze shifted between En Ci and his disciple, hardly able to believe it.
A powerhouse with at least Super Douluo strength was actually going to accompany them to the Douluo Continent?
"Xiaoyu has been by my side since childhood."
"It's time for him to see the wider world."
En Ci smiled faintly, his gaze shifting to Tong Yu beside him as he spoke, his heart equally unsettled.
After all these years, his most valued disciple...
It was time for him to embrace a new beginning.
"What the teacher says is..."
"Besides, I'm quite interested in the Douluo Continent."
Tong Yu responded with a smile, nodding as he spoke.
"Well... then I'll take Senior Tong Yu around our place for a look."
Tang Ziran replied softly, smiling as he did so.
"Then I'll leave it to you."
En Ci said with a smile, his eyes quietly turning to Dai Yun'er and Tang Luochuan nearby.
"Luo Chuan."
"Leaving so soon..."
Beside them, Dai Yun'er looked in Tang Luochuan's direction, her face tinged with reluctance as she couldn't help but speak.
What's this...
Just when she'd made a close friend—a special and significant one—he was leaving already.
"I've already spent a holiday here."
"It's time for me to return."
Tang Luochuan responded gently, smiling.
"Can't you stay at Monster Academy..."
"Honestly, it's really nice here too."
Dai Yun'er's eyes dimmed slightly as she lowered her head in dejection, murmuring under her breath. The dean of Monster Academy was Grandpa Enci—he could definitely nurture Luo Chuan well!
"No."
"I'll come back when I have the chance."
Tang Luochuan shook his head lightly, speaking slowly.
"When you have the chance..."
"When will that be?"
Hearing this, Dai Yun'er's expression brightened somewhat, though her eyes still held a trace of doubt as she stared at him intently.
"Mm..."
"I don't think it'll be too long."
Tang Luochuan hesitated slightly, avoiding mentioning the three-year timeframe as he shook his head.
"Alright then..."
Dai Yun'er fell silent for a moment before nodding helplessly.
Luo Chuan was doing it again—saying something that meant nothing!
"Then I wish you all a safe journey..."
"And also..."
"Can I have a hug?"
Dai Yun'er suddenly blushed, casting a shy glance at the boy before her before averting her gaze and lowering her head, speaking softly.
"Huh?"
Tang Luochuan froze, a strange emotion flickering in his bewildered gaze as he stood rooted to the spot.
"Is it... not okay?"
Dai Yun'er thought this was his way of rejecting her and lowered her head even further. But just then, a strong yet gentle hand pulled her into an embrace, holding her lightly.
"You..."
"You actually hugged me—"
Dai Yun'er was momentarily stunned before pulling away at lightning speed, her face burning as she spoke. His parents were right there!
Though... she would have been happy to hug him...
"Luo Chuan, Uncle, Auntie, and Wu Lin..."
"Have a safe trip!"
With that, Dai Yun'er, her face still flushed, ran off in embarrassment.
Left behind, the gazes of everyone else present lingered on Tang Luochuan, making him feel socially awkward for a moment.
"Little Luo Chuan."
"Remember to visit often."
En Ci said with an irrepressible smile, chuckling as he spoke before following Dai Yun'er's lead and leaving the scene.
"..."
"Yun'er, you're reluctant to see him go."
On the other side, Dai Tianling looked at the clearly unsettled young girl before him and immediately discerned her thoughts. With a smile, he asked,
"Just..."
"Just nothing."
Hearing this, Dai Yun'er froze for a moment before shaking her head, her face flushing red. Clearly, she was too embarrassed to broach such a topic.
"I just..."
"Want to be with a good friend."
She spoke earnestly, and as she did, it seemed her own words gave her immense confidence, her expression turning serious.
For a moment, she looked utterly adorable.
"How about marrying him?"
However, the response came from Dai Yueyan, who stood nearby, chuckling as he spoke.
"Huh?"
"Brother, what are you even saying—"
Dai Yun'er's face instantly burned crimson, her brain nearly short-circuiting as she blurted out,
"I..."
"I'm going back to cultivate! I'll strive to break through to Soul Ancestor soon!"
As she spoke, she dashed away in embarrassment, leaving only Dai Tianling and Dai Yueyan to exchange an amused glance.
"Perhaps Tang Luochuan wasn't trapped by his time in Star Luo, but..."
"It seems Yun'er has been caught instead!"
Dai Tianling shook his head lightly, sighing in amusement.
Though in his view, that Luo Chuan lad certainly wouldn't lack for outstanding girls around him!