Douluo Continent: The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda? A Soul Beast Pagoda!

It was afternoon on the back mountain.

A thrilling sword sparring session had just ended, and both Jiang Bai and Qian Renxue were slightly out of breath, with fine beads of sweat on their foreheads.

Jiang Bai has practiced diligently for years, and his swordsmanship has been completely transformed. He is no longer the novice who only knew the basic stances.

Their sparring has evolved from one-sided "instruction" to a balanced competition, often resulting in brilliant offensive and defensive maneuvers.

At this moment, the two sat back to back on the soft grass, resting and adjusting their breathing.

A gentle breeze swept by, bringing the fresh scent of grass and taking away some of the heat from the body.

Qian Renxue picked up the water pouch beside her, tilted her head back and drank a few mouthfuls of water. The glistening water droplets slid down her slender, fair neck and disappeared into her collar.

She put down the water pouch, turned her head slightly, her golden hair brushing against Jiang Bai's shoulder, and suddenly spoke, her voice carrying a rare hint of hesitation and anticipation.

"Jiang Bai, I heard there's a lantern festival in Yelin City in a few days... are you... are you free then? I... I'd like to go with you to see it..."

After saying this, she immediately turned her head back, as if she were intently watching the swaying grass in front of her.

Whether it was because she had just finished exercising or for some other reason, a faint blush crept onto her fair ears and cheeks.

Jiang Bai agreed almost without thinking, "Okay, I don't have any other plans anyway. Just call me in advance, Sister Xue'er."

Hearing his quick agreement, Qian Renxue's tense back visibly relaxed, and a surge of joy welled up in her heart.

She immediately turned to face Jiang Bai, extended her slender, white little finger, and looked at him with bright, sparkling purple eyes: "It's a promise! No taking it back! Pinky promise!"

Seeing her childlike actions and the pure joy in her eyes, Jiang Bai chuckled and hooked his little finger around hers: "You know, you know, don't you know what kind of person I am? When have I ever gone back on my word?"

"That's more like it!"

Qian Renxue shook their little fingers, which were intertwined, with satisfaction.

……

A few days later, in the afternoon.

Jiang Bai decided to prepare according to the highest etiquette for a man traveling together.

Take a bath and change clothes!

He finished his meditation practice early and took a nice, relaxing shower in the academy's bathroom.

After bathing, he had the fire dragon control the temperature and quickly dry his hair and body.

She changed into a brand new blue and white outfit.

Standing in front of the only full-length mirror in the dormitory, Jiang Bai carefully examined himself.

At twelve years old, he was already nearly 1.7 meters tall, which is considered tall among his peers.

He took out an antique-style silver hair crown, carefully gathered the hair on the top of his head into a neat high bun, and secured it with the hair crown.

A few unruly strands of hair fell across her smooth forehead and temples, adding to her casual and unrestrained air.

His long hair at the back of his head was naturally loose, swaying gently with his movements.

The boy in the mirror had clear features, bright eyes, a straight nose, and light-colored lips.

Although still somewhat green, he already possesses the charm of a handsome young man.

"good."

Jiang Bai nodded to himself, somewhat satisfied.

He walked to the table and put a small brocade box that he had prepared beforehand into his storage bracelet.

With everything prepared, he pushed open the dormitory door and walked briskly toward the college gate.

……

A carriage was parked beside the imposing gate of the Martial Soul Academy.

The two magnificent horses pulling the carriage waited quietly.

Beside the carriage, a beautiful figure stood quietly.

Qian Renxue had clearly also dressed up carefully.

She changed into a brand new white and gold long dress.

The skirt was just below her knees, swaying gently in the breeze and with her subtle movements, occasionally revealing a glimpse of her fair, slender, and beautifully shaped calves.

She wore a pair of gold low-heeled sandals in the same color scheme, which made her ankles look even more delicate and her skin as white as snow.

When Qian Renxue saw Jiang Bai walking out of the academy, especially when she saw his refreshing and handsome appearance that was so different from his usual self, a hint of amazement flashed in her purple eyes.

Immediately, an indescribable sense of smugness and satisfaction welled up inside him.

But she quickly covered it up, deliberately put on a stern face, coughed lightly, and said to Jiang Bai, who was slightly stunned.

"Alright, you idiot, what are you looking at? Let's go!"

Her tone carried a hint of reproach, but she couldn't hide the smile in her eyes.

Jiang Bai was indeed momentarily stunned by the completely transformed Qian Renxue before him.

He snapped out of his daze, touched his nose, and smiled somewhat sheepishly: "Sister Xue'er looks especially beautiful today."

The blush that had just faded from Qian Renxue's face returned. She glared at Jiang Bai with some embarrassment and annoyance, then turned around and gracefully boarded the carriage without saying another word.

Jiang Bai smiled and followed closely behind.

……

Yelin City, as a trade hub between two great empires and a renowned neutral city, is far more prosperous than ordinary cities.

More than an hour later, the carriage arrived safely outside Yelin City.

The two got off the car and walked into the city side by side.

As soon as you step through that tall, arched city gate, it feels like you've instantly entered another world.

The deafening yet vibrant noise surged towards us like a tidal wave!

Everywhere you look, there are dazzling lights and bustling crowds.

Along both sides of the main road of Yelin City, all the streetlights, eaves, shop porches, temporary colorful sheds... wherever there was a place to hang them, they were already densely covered with all kinds of lanterns!

The colorful lights reflected off the street, making it as bright as day, yet with countless more dreamlike and enchanting colors.

The streets were crowded with all kinds of vendors.

The sounds of vendors hawking their wares, haggling over prices, children's excited screams and laughter, couples whispering sweet nothings to each other, and the singing and music drifting from a distant tavern...

"It's so lively!"

Qian Renxue couldn't help but gasp softly, her purple eyes reflecting the dazzling lights, filled with novelty and joy.

She had rarely seen such a pure, enthusiastic, and vibrant folk festival.

"Yes, it's really good."

Jiang Bai nodded as well.

Reborn into the Douluo Continent, he spent the first six years of his life in a remote village and the last six years buried himself in the academy's cultivation. He rarely had the opportunity to truly integrate into and experience the world's secular prosperity and festivals.

"Let's go take a look over there. That biggest lantern looks quite special."

Jiang Bai raised his hand and pointed towards the central square of the main road, where a giant lantern, several meters tall, shaped like a phoenix with outstretched wings, made entirely of glass and colorful silk, stood, its radiant light making it the focus of the lantern festival.

"Great!" Qian Renxue said enthusiastically.

The streets were teeming with people, shoulder to shoulder.

Jiang Bai naturally reached out and gently grasped Qian Renxue's soft, boneless hand.

It feels soft and smooth to the touch, with a delicate touch unique to young girls, warm as if holding a piece of fine warm jade.

Qian Renxue's hand trembled slightly, but she did not pull away or show any sign of mind; she simply let him hold her hand.

She lowered her head slightly, her gaze falling on their clasped hands. The blush that had just faded from her ears began to spread again, as if it had been tinged with the color of the surrounding lights.

The two held hands and, like countless other ordinary young tourists, followed the flow of people and slowly walked toward the most dazzling phoenix lantern.

Qian Renxue was often attracted by the novel gadgets or performances by the roadside, and would stop to watch. Jiang Bai would patiently stay by her side, occasionally exchanging a few words in low voice, with a relaxed and happy smile on his face.

Under the dazzling lights, a handsome young man and a stunningly beautiful young woman strolled hand in hand, creating a scene so beautiful it seemed unreal, attracting frequent glances from passersby who looked on with amazement and envy.

However, they did not know.

In an inconspicuous attic window somewhere in this ocean of joy.

A pair of cold, venomous eyes, seemingly tempered by all the darkest emotions in the world, were fixed on them!

Especially striking were their tightly clasped hands and the radiant, unsmiling smiles on their faces.