Douluo: This Legend of the Dragon King is not quite right

Chapter 919 The Snow Empress's Strange Behavior

Xue Di also tilted her head slightly, her cool profile flickering in and out of focus amidst the glowing fireworks.

Her eyes also reflected those dazzling lights, but more often than not, her gaze would unconsciously and quietly fall on the profile of the person beside her.

Lu Jun sat quietly, his hands supporting him on the grass behind him, looking up at the sky.

The brilliance of the fireworks flickered in his calm eyes, but it did not stir up much emotion.

To be honest, for him, no matter how beautiful the fireworks are, they are nothing more than a fleeting spectacle of light and shadow; once you see them too often, they become nothing special.

His coming out today was less about his own interest and more about spending time with the two people beside him.

Their existence is too long, and the main theme of their lives is the eternal wind, snow and loneliness of the far north.

The fleeting yet vibrant and lively human city may be a novel and precious experience for them.

Seeing their focused, appreciative, and even childlike expressions makes the trip worthwhile.

As another magnificent burst of fireworks erupted and shone, Xue Di's gaze lingered on Lu Jun's profile, never looking away.

Deep within her heart, a sense of unfamiliarity and disorientation stirred within her, like an undercurrent suppressed beneath a glacier, quietly surging and colliding.

She disliked this situation very much.

This feeling of no longer having complete control over one's mind, as if something is throbbing inside the chest, wanting to break free, but being forcibly suppressed, is suffocating and even carries a hint of indescribable grievance.

She is the overlord of the far north, the Snow Empress who controls ice and snow and whose words carry the weight of law.

Why should I suppress my emotions and desires like this?
I've always been someone who goes after what I want.

If you're annoyed by something, just wave your hand and freeze it.

Straightforwardness and decisiveness are her true nature.

But when facing Lu Jun... this straightforward instinct failed for the first time.

She became cautious, anxious, and unable to understand herself.

She didn't know that her heart would involuntarily race whenever she was near him.

My gaze always unconsciously follows him.

Seeing him tired makes my heart ache, and seeing him smile makes me happy.

He was willing to set aside his dignity and habits accumulated over hundreds of thousands of years to learn the intricate cooking techniques of humans, just so that he could taste the food he made himself.

Even now, just sitting quietly beside him, watching the fireworks fill the sky, feeling his warmth and breath so close, fills my heart with a sense of fulfillment, a bittersweet satisfaction...

What on earth is this?
Xue Di had no answer.

All she knew was that she didn't seem to need any more.

No explicit identity is required, nor is a declaration of exclusive ownership necessary.

As long as I can stay by his side like this, silently offering help when he needs it, quietly protecting him as he moves forward, and occupying a corner of his vision when he occasionally looks back...

It seemed that this was the greatest happiness she could imagine.

She had always seen it; Lu Jun was too outstanding, so outstanding that he was like the most dazzling star in the night sky, naturally attracting countless equally outstanding lights to surround him.

As a result, Lu Jun is surrounded by many outstanding women, none of whom are inferior to her.

Compared to them, aside from his relatively strong abilities and long lifespan, he seemed to have no particular advantages.

She has a cold and aloof personality, is not good at speaking, and does not understand the subtle and indirect thoughts and methods of human women.

Therefore, for this emotion that she herself could not accurately define, yet which was becoming increasingly clear and intense, Xue Di chose the most clumsy yet safest approach.

Suppressed, hidden deep within. Transform it into more meticulous care, more silent protection, and more selfless giving.

Like a humble follower, I am content as long as I can stay near the light and feel its warmth.

"Snow Emperor?"

Lu Jun's gentle voice pulled her back from her chaotic thoughts.

Another round of fireworks exploded in the sky, illuminating Xue Di's slightly dazed and beautiful face.

Her eyes appeared exceptionally clear under the bright light, yet they also reflected a hint of confusion and complexity that she hadn't had time to completely conceal.

Lu Jun turned his head to look at her, his brows slightly furrowed:

"What's wrong? Is it because there are too many people here and you feel uncomfortable? Or are you tired?"

Xue Di suddenly came to her senses and met Lu Jun's concerned gaze. Strangely, the grievances and bitterness in her heart were soothed a little.

She gently shook her head, her lips curving upwards into a faint yet genuine smile, her voice softer than the night breeze:

"I don't feel uncomfortable at all. On the contrary... I'm very happy."

She looked up at the still-brilliant sky, then turned back to look at Lu Jun, her icy eyes reflecting the fireworks and his image:

"I'm so happy to be able to sit here with you and Bing'er, watching the fireworks, feeling the evening breeze, and experiencing the hustle and bustle and beauty of this human city. Thank you for coming out with us."

Seeing her express her emotions so frankly, Lu Jun's eyes softened with a gentle smile:
"I'm glad you're happy. These peaceful and leisurely days are truly rare. I hope... we can always have these kinds of times in the future."

He paused, his gaze lingering on the faint outline of the Federal Headquarters building in the distance, his voice lowering slightly:
"You should know that the reason we can sit here now, peacefully watching the fireworks... is because the Federation's army is fighting bloody battles everywhere, because Di Yue is working tirelessly to mobilize the power of the planes to detect the enemy's whereabouts, and because countless people are buying time for us."

Otherwise, the shadow of the abyss would have already loomed over the sky, so where would one find the leisure to appreciate this moment of splendor?

"Oh dear, what a lovely atmosphere! Let's not talk about such heavy things!"

Hyotei pouted in dissatisfaction and leaned closer to Riku.

"We will definitely win! We will definitely drive those disgusting abyssal creatures out! Protect everything we have, protect Douluo Star!"

Lu Jun chuckled and reached out to ruffle her soft hair.

“That’s right. But speaking of the far north, how are your people settling in? Have they adapted well since the migration?”

Hyotei immediately perked up:

"Don't worry, I've been keeping in touch with Atai and the others. The new settlement is in a better environment than before, with abundant resources and no human disturbance. Everyone is resting and recuperating, and they've all grown up to be plump and strong, full of energy."

"Everyone says that once the big battle starts, we should stretch our muscles and get some exercise!"

"That's good."

Lu Jun nodded with satisfaction.

At this moment, the fireworks display seemed to have entered its final climax.

“BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM—!!!”

A series of rapid, drum-like explosions rang out, and dozens or even hundreds of beams of light of various colors shot into the sky at the same time, intertwining, colliding, and blooming in layers in the night sky.

Giant flowers of light covered almost the entire night sky as far as the eye could see, displaying a riot of colors: red, orange, yellow, green, cyan, blue, and purple...

All colors are burning, erupting, and flowing to their fullest extent.

The torrent of light and sound drowned out all other sounds, and the whole world seemed to consist only of this dazzling ocean of light.

(End of this chapter)