Tears began to well up in Lan Xuanyu's eyes as he looked at the images in the air and listened to the voices ringing out from the images. He felt as if all of the pores on his body had constricted. This was clearly the first time his parents had met each other!
At this moment, the images on the screen changed, and a completely new image appeared before their eyes.
This was a young Tang Wulin, who had already grown up a little, and there was also a young woman with features that resembled Gu Yuena. They seemed to have been in the academy, but the academy at the time seemed to be a little different from the academy now.
"Why are you chained to your body?" Gu Yue asked curiously as she ran up to Tang Wulin with brisk steps.
Tang Wulin replied, "To train my body, of course! Teacher is a little stricter with me. You're really good. "
Gu Yue smiled, and said, "I'm actually not that good. None of my elements are very powerful; I just have good control over them. All martial souls are the same; as long as you have soul power, when you can truly understand and control them, they'll give you a pleasant surprise. "
"I can't finish mine, so I'll give it to you as well." Right at this moment, a voice sounded from beside him, following which a large snowy white bun was placed on Tang Wulin's tray.
Tang Wulin raised his head to find that the person who had given him the bun was none other than Gu Yue. However, she had already changed into her academy uniform, so she didn't appear to be any different from the other students around her.
"Thank you." Tang Wulin nodded toward her. He was always very fond of people who gave him food.
Gu Yue nodded back at him before turning to leave.
Zhou Zhangxi sidled up to him with a mysterious look on his face. "Wulin, could it be that she's fallen in love with you? She took the initiative to talk to you as soon as she joined our class, and now she's giving you a bun. I think she's completely infatuated with you. "
The image on the screen changed again, and this time, it was the Sea God's Lake. This was an image that Lan Xuanyu and Bai Xiuxiu were all extremely familiar with. Was this... the Sea God Fate Match-making Convention?
"Let's continue with the Love at Second Sight segment. The next contestant is..." Tang Yinmeng paused momentarily before turning to Tang Wulin. "Contestant number 51. Please. "
As the lotus leaves fluttered under his feet, Tang Wulin's heartbeat sped up. It had been more than three years. They had been separated for more than a thousand days and nights. They had finally met again.
She had grown up, and so had he.
They were finally no longer children. They were all adults now.
On the other side, many pairs of eyes were looking at him, at the most handsome young man present.
Number 18 stared at him, and Number 17 also unconsciously looked up. Dai Yun'er was so excited that she seemed to want to rush out of the lotus leaf. Yuanen Yehui and Ye Xinglan were also looking at him.
Everyone was looking forward to what he was going to say next.
"For some reason, I left for more than three years. In these thousand days and nights, I missed the academy every single moment. Ever since my parents passed away, this place has become my home. Today, I returned just in time for the Sea God's Fate Match-making Convention. I didn't hesitate and came here directly. Because I'm afraid that I'll miss you, and I'm even more afraid that you'll fall in love with someone else. "
"More than three years ago, I asked you if you got close to me because of my bloodline. During those boring days, I thought about many things, and I felt that I was really stupid to ask you that question. I shouldn't have asked you that question. You gave me an affirmative answer, and I was very sad. In fact, I was even sadder than when I found out that I had a trash martial soul and that even my spirit soul was a defective product. However, I couldn't show it because I was the team leader, and I couldn't let everyone see my weak side.
"I endured the pain in my heart and led the team until we won the final victory. However, I still didn't know how to face you. Or rather, I didn't know how to face myself.
"Now, more than three years have passed. During this time, I've thought about many things, and I've figured out many things that I didn't understand in the past. Why should you care about so much when you like someone? No matter why we met, since I like you, I'm willing to accept everything about you. If you like me, then we'll be together. If you don't like me, then I'll do everything I can to make you like me, and we'll still be together. No matter what, I won't give up on this relationship! "
… …
"Up until now, only two of you are still wearing your conical bamboo hats. The first thing you have to choose is whether you'd like to remove your conical bamboo hats. If you don't remove your conical bamboo hats now, then you won't have a chance to do so again. Hence, please make your choice carefully. Also, due to your exceptional performance in protecting your conical bamboo hats, you have the right to proceed to the fourth segment of the trial, Fate Among Three Lifetimes. Now, I'll give you one minute to consider. "
"I'll do it." A crisp and pleasant voice rang out across the entire Sea God's Lake. The one who had spoken was Girl Number 18.
She raised a hand and removed her conical bamboo hat, revealing an exquisitely beautiful face.
Her long silver hair flowed down her back, and her purple eyes were extremely beautiful. Even the bright moon and the stars paled in comparison to her true appearance.
In that instant, all of the light on the surface of the Sea God's Lake seemed to serve as a foil to her beauty. Everyone's eyes instantly fell on her.
"Dragon Spear Goddess!" Someone exclaimed, and immediately thereafter, cries of surprise rang out from the shore.
… …
Lan Muzi said, "For the sake of fairness, seeing as you already have someone in mind, Junior Na 'er, you'll be the first to choose your ideal partner for the fourth segment. We all want to know which lucky man has caught the eye of our Dragon Spear Goddess. "
Na 'er nodded. "Alright, I'll go first."
Lan Muzi made an inviting hand gesture. "Alright, then let's invite Junior Na 'er, Junior Na' er, to go to the person you fancy. I wonder if all of our male students' hearts are racing. "
A faint smile appeared on Na 'er's face, and silver light flashed from her body, following which the lotus leaf beneath her feet drifted forward, creating a series of ripples on the surface of the water as it hurtled directly toward the group of male students.
The lotus leaf drew closer and closer, and a faint smile appeared on Na 'er's face the entire time.
She was getting closer and closer!
100 meters, 80 meters, 50 meters, 30 meters!
The beauty was already within reach, and everyone's breathing began to accelerate. One of the male students couldn't help but unleash his martial soul, and a series of dazzling soul rings rose up from beneath his feet. Almost in the next instant, the soul rings of over half of the male students lit up, illuminating the surface of the Sea God's Lake with vibrant colors.
10 meters! There were only 10 more meters to go!
At this moment, the male student closest to Na 'er had already widened his eyes with excitement. The feeling of seeing such an exquisite beauty drawing closer and closer to him was simply too exhilarating.
Killing intent immediately surged forth from Tang Wulin's eyes upon seeing this. He glared at the male student with his hands clenched into tight fists.
Right at this moment, the lotus leaf beneath Na 'er's feet suddenly drew an arc on the surface of the water, and the beautiful arc silently changed directions before hurtling directly toward Tang Wulin.
No, to put it more accurately, it was hurtling toward Long Yue.
Na 'er was already drawing closer and closer to Long Yue.
Tang Wulin's eyes widened upon seeing this. The outer court disciples on the shore were also in an uproar, and many of them couldn't help but cry out. If their Dragon Spear Goddess chose an exchange student from the Star Luo Empire as her partner, then there was no way they could accept it.
The lotus leaf beneath Na 'er's feet slowed down slightly, and she shot a glance at Tang Wulin, only to see Tang Wulin staring at her with his fists clenched and his eyes wide. Then, she saw Long Yue's eyes spitting fire, and she couldn't help but cover her mouth and burst into laughter.
Silver light flashed, and the lotus leaf beneath Na 'er's feet picked up speed again. She was only three meters away from Long Yue, but then she silently slid down and drew another arc in the air, drifting over to Tang Wulin's side. Her lotus leaf gently touched the one beneath Tang Wulin's feet, and Na 'er raised her head and stuck out her tongue playfully.
Long Yue was stunned, and so were all the other male students, and even Tang Wulin himself.
At that time, he was still Na 'er's big brother!
Girl Number 17, who hadn't removed her bamboo hat, shuddered upon seeing this, but she quickly returned to normal. During the one minute that she was allowed to remove her bamboo hat, she didn't move at all, and she was the only one who hadn't removed her bamboo hat.
At the sight of Na 'er's sly smile, Tang Wulin couldn't help but ruffle her hair. "You little girl."
"Heehee." Na 'er smiled and stuck out her tongue at him.
His eyes were filled with doting love, and her smile was very sweet. All of a sudden, everyone was feeling a lot of excitement. The soul rings of all the male inner court students clearly became brighter, and if it weren't for the fact that there were many elders on the ship in the distance, they would've most likely been forced to stage a wedding banquet.
Tang Wulin asked in a low voice, "You're purposely causing trouble, aren't you?"
Na 'er pursed her lips. "How am I purposely causing trouble? Can't I choose my big brother? Or do you want me to choose someone else? "
Tang Wulin harrumphed coldly, "You little girl, I'll take care of you after the competition."
Tang Yinmeng smiled, and said, "Alright, let's continue with this segment. Next, we'll draw lots to determine the order in which the girls will be chosen. Also, before you make your choice, you can ask the boy you want to choose a question or request, then make your choice based on the boy's response. Did you forget about this, Junior Martial Sister Na 'er? "
Na 'er waved a hand at her with a seductive smile, and said, "I don't need that. I think there's no one in this world who knows him better than I do."
Na 'er was a part of Gu Yuena, and she was once Tang Wulin's little sister. She was Atlas Douluo Yun Ming's only disciple, and she was once the Dragon Spear Goddess of the Shrek Academy.
"According to the rules, the girls who haven't removed their bamboo hats will have to wait until the very end of this segment. Girl Number 17, would you like to choose the boy you want to choose? "
Tang Wulin's gaze swept across the surface of the lake and settled directly on the girl. Everyone else also focused their attention on her, and those who had already guessed who she was were eagerly awaiting her answer.
Under everyone's watchful eyes, Girl Number 17 was silent for a moment before gently shaking her head.
Her movements were very light, and they appeared to be very simple, but Tang Wulin felt as if he had been plunged into an icy pit.
She shook her head. She didn't choose. That's right, she didn't choose him, she didn't choose anyone, and she didn't even remove her bamboo hat.
This undoubtedly meant that she didn't have anyone in her heart, and she had no intention of finding a partner during this match-making convention.
Tears began to well up in his eyes.
The image suddenly stopped here, and everyone was greeted by many images that belonged to Tang Wulin and Gu Yue.
When they were young, they were warm and cozy together.
On the soul bus, there was an ocean to the east, and there was a boundless expanse of blue as far as the eye could see.
He looked at the beautiful scenery outside the window, and in his daze, he gently called out his little sister's name, and a silver figure flashed through his mind.
When he opened his eyes again, he was greeted by the sight of her with a surprised expression.
She smiled faintly and handed him a cup filled with water. The temperature was just right, and it nourished his heart.
The sunlight sprinkled on her face, making her skin seem as if it was sparkling and translucent. She was actually so beautiful.
Under the warm sunlight, she gently leaned on his shoulder, and her breathing gradually calmed down.
He unconsciously closed his eyes, and his body warmed up. His exhaustion quietly dissipated in this moment of warmth.
There weren't many words, and this scene was like a black and white short film.
Even if I die for you, I won't grieve.
During the Skysea Alliance Tournament, she was ambushed and couldn't react in time, so she could only helplessly await her death.
Suddenly, her body warmed. It turned out that he had hugged her and used his back to bear the brunt of her fall.
Bright red flowers bloomed before her eyes, but there was no sorrow or regret on his face, only a faint smile.
She had lost her head out of fear, and didn't hesitate to consume her own life force to draw in the purest light of life to heal his body.
She didn't care, she just wanted him to live well.
— — How I wish I could walk the path ahead with you, but I won't forget my original intentions. I really want to protect you like this forever, the one I care about. But perhaps this will be the last time.
You said that there was no relationship in this world that could surpass the friendship of life and death.
Even after you grow up, you'll still be you.
Time flew by like an arrow, and the sun and moon flew by like a shuttle.
Three years had passed, and for some reason, her attitude towards him had changed. She was no longer as close to him as before, and had instead become somewhat distant.
They had come to the highest hall to participate in the examination. She had passed, but she wasn't willing to become an elder's disciple.
"I'm not willing."
"She hit you. I'm not happy."
She turned her head and looked him in the eye. There wasn't the slightest bit of hesitation or reluctance, and she calmly stated her reason.
— — Thank you. Thank you for being the same person who would risk your life for me. Nothing has changed.
When I have the ability to obtain fairness, I'll come again.
She had been deliberately made difficult for, but he didn't show the slightest fear in the face of an elder's might. He stood by her side in a manner that was neither servile nor overbearing.
This was because the person who had been deliberately made difficult for was the person he wanted to protect.
"May I ask, is there fairness in the Shrek Academy?"
The answer he received was decisive and disdainful.
He felt powerless. In the face of absolute strength, could he really not even protect his companion?
He raised his head. "Three elders, I give up my qualifications to study in the Shrek Academy. One day, when I have the ability to obtain fairness, I'll come again."
For her, he was willing to give up his dreams.
— — Even if the world turns its back on you, I will walk side by side with you.
He didn't return for an entire night. She waited silently.
She leaned against a large tree with her eyes closed. A few small drops of dew hung on her long eyelashes. Under the light of dawn, this scene was like a painting.
He stared at her in a daze, deeply imprinting this scene in his heart.
"You're awake."
"Why are you sleeping here?"
"It's very late and you still haven't returned. I came out to look for you, but I saw that you were still meditating, so I didn't disturb you."
She said it very calmly, as if she had done something insignificant.
There was a trace of a smile on his lips. He didn't know why, but when he looked at the girl in front of him, he didn't want to say "thank you" to her.
Perhaps life didn't need to be so grand. Sometimes, a simple and peaceful life was enough.
Even if we disband, I will still follow you.
Their group had a disagreement, and everyone else opposed his idea.
Others felt that using spirit alloys to make battle armor was too unrealistic.
But she trusted him completely and stood by his side without hesitation.
"Forget it. Let's just stick to the original plan. I was being a little too whimsical."
"No, I want to use spirit alloys to make my one-word battle armor."
Looking at the stubbornness and determination in her eyes, his heart was filled with warmth.
— — With you here, why not go against the world?
Martial Soul Fusion, you have me, and I have you.
In the face of such a strong opponent, he still stood by her side. Even though he knew that he would lose, he didn't cower.
For her sake, he tolerated her arrogance and willfulness.
For her sake, he would exchange his life for hers.
Her eyes gradually lost focus. She opened her arms and hugged him tightly from behind. There was hesitation, but only complete trust. It was as if they had returned to their youth.
At the time, he was still a little boy who adored his senior, and she was still a little girl who loved to bicker.
There seemed to be a vast dome above their heads, bearing witness to this grand ceremony.
They won, but they fell into a coma. It was as if her hands had grown out of his body, and they couldn't part from each other. They embraced each other as they achieved victory and glory.
The two of them were walking on opposite paths. Perhaps their fate would be severed, but the bond between their martial souls and hearts would remain forever. And they were also a bond between each other.
The memories that belonged to Tang Wulin and Gu Yuena came to an end here, and the scene returned to the Sea God Fate Match-making Convention.
"Now then, let's welcome our Dragon Spear Goddess to the stage. Na 'er, it's your turn. "
As soon as Tang Yinmeng's voice trailed off, the entire surface of the Sea God's Lake fell silent.
The moon and the stars were shining brightly in the sky, and the ripples on the surface of the Sea God's Lake illuminated her exquisitely beautiful figure. She slowly made her way over to Dai Yun 'er's side.
There was a slightly entranced look in her eyes, and she was no longer looking at him like a little sister looking at her big brother. Tang Wulin shuddered slightly upon seeing this. He could sense that there was something different about her gaze.
"Big Brother!" Na 'er called out in a gentle voice.
"Na 'er, you..." Tang Wulin's brows furrowed slightly.
A faint smile appeared on Na 'er's face. "Did you know, Big Brother? From the moment you took me in, I developed a sense of dependence on you. For my sake, you used your frail body to fend off those bad guys. Not only are you kind, you're also brave.
You're far more resilient than the average person of your age. When you were six years old, your martial soul awakened. It was Bluesilver Grass, and it was publicly acknowledged as a trash martial soul. Thankfully, soul power appeared during your martial soul awakening. Your ambition was to become a Soul Master, but at the time, you didn't dare to think about becoming a battle armor master, so you said that you wanted to pilot a mecha. "
Na 'er gently gazed at Tang Wulin. At this moment, he was the only one in her eyes. "But if you want to become a Soul Master, you need a spirit soul, and you need to spend a lot of money. Our family wasn't rich, and Mom and Dad worked very hard. So, even though you were only six years old, you chose to learn blacksmithing. I remember very clearly that at the beginning, you were very tired every day. When you came home, you didn't even talk much. You just collapsed on the bed. There were many times when you couldn't even hear me calling you.
"But you didn't give up. You still persisted in blacksmithing. Every time you received your salary, apart from saving a portion, you used the rest to buy me sweets. Those sweets were very sweet.
"Do you still remember? One day, I asked you, if I left, would you miss me? "
Tang Wulin listened to Na 'er's words in a daze. It was as if he had returned to ten years ago, to his home at that time.
At that time, his ambition was the sea of stars.
He was a youth with black hair, black eyes, and white skin. He went to Eastsea City alone, carrying his dreams as he embarked on an unknown path.
His martial soul was a trash martial soul, Bluesilver Grass. His innate soul power was only at the pitiful third rank. In such a large city, he was an ordinary person. But even if he was as insignificant as a floating grass seed, he would never forget his original goal.
While others were still receiving the earnest teachings of their parents, he had no home.
That warm, bright silver light was also far away in his gaze, and it was slightly cold in his palm.
"Big brother, if I left one day, would you miss me?"
"Of course I would. I would miss you very, very much. I only have one little sister, and that's you. "
The moist evening wind caressed his cheeks, and a warm feeling spread from his left heart. He smiled, reminiscing about the past.
In his heart, that silver-haired girl had never gone far. She was still standing under the setting sun, sweetly calling out to him, "Big brother."
— — I am Tang Wulin. My ambition is the sea of stars.
When ordinary grass seeds grow into lush grasslands, will I be able to lead you to the sea of stars again?
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