Douluo Continent: Martial Soul Charcoal Servant, Crimson Lotus Azure Flame!

Amidst the intense attention, Chi Ye Kui smiled slightly and waved for the crowd to disperse.

Then he looked at Lin Xia, his eyes filled with undisguised appreciation and respect.

"Xia, come with me."

Chi Yekui's voice was gentle yet carried an undeniable authority. The surrounding noise instantly subsided, and the students watched with awe as the vice dean led Lin Xia and her group away, their eyes still fixed on the little Tan Xiaoshi.

Instead of heading towards the freshman dormitory area, they bypassed the magnificent main building complex and walked up a mountain path with more lush trees and a quieter environment.

The intense fire element in the air was still active, but it lacked the scorching restlessness of the training ground, and instead possessed a refined purity after settling down.

The roadside is lined with meticulously trimmed flame maples, whose leaves display an orange-red hue year-round.

A moment later, a cluster of exquisite courtyards nestled among the maple trees came into view.

These courtyards vary in size, but all are elegantly designed, with walls made of a warm, reddish-brown rock and roofs covered with deep red glazed tiles that gleam subtly in the sunlight.

Each courtyard is its own world, with sufficient distance between them to ensure privacy.

The air was filled with the faint fragrance of grass and trees and the warmth of fire, a world apart from the noisy martial arts arena below the mountain.

The fiery foliage plant stopped in front of a courtyard that looked to be of medium size but in a very good location.

The gate to the courtyard was ajar, and several peculiar plants were growing at the entrance.

"arrive!"

Chi Ye Kui pushed open the courtyard gate, gesturing for Lin Xia to come in, a mischievous smile on her face.

"Is this a bit surprising? This isn't a place where ordinary students can live."

Lin Xia stepped into the courtyard carrying Tan Xiaoshi and was indeed somewhat taken aback.

The scene before him was completely different from what he had imagined for student dormitories; it was more like the front yard of a small mansion.

The courtyard is not large, but it is extremely exquisite.

Underfoot was a smooth, flat white stone slab, with tiny red crystals dotting the gaps, refracting starlight in the sunlight.

In the center of the courtyard was a small, round stone platform, which was empty but faintly emitted warm energy fluctuations, seemingly a simple cultivation spot.

Beside the stone platform, a uniquely shaped dwarf tree stretches out its branches like solidified lava, its crown a translucent amber color, radiating a warm and soothing aura.

In the corner, clear stream water flows gently, flowing into a small, misty hot spring pool. The pool water is a pale milky white color and exudes a pure, energetic aura.

Several clumps of flame orchids bloomed along the courtyard wall, swaying gracefully.

Behind the courtyard is a two-story building with a simple and grand design and spacious, bright windows.

Lin Tian and Liu Mei followed behind, and the moment they stepped into the courtyard, their mouths involuntarily opened wide.

They stood awkwardly, unsure of what to do with their hands and feet, afraid that their rough shoes would dirty the ground.

"This...this...this is really for Xia to live in?"

Liu Mei's voice trembled with disbelief as she looked at the Blazing Leaf Sunflower.

Lin Tian rubbed his hands together, stammering.

"Vice...Vice Dean, this...this is far too...far too precious! This is unacceptable, this is unacceptable!"

Chi Ye Kui smiled gently as she looked at the simple and honest parents.

"Mr. Lin Tian, ​​Ms. Liu Mei, please don't stand on ceremony. This is indeed one of the residential areas prepared by the academy for senior members and those who have made special contributions."

"But rules are rules, people are flexible. Xia's record today at the Blazing Heart Monument is an unprecedented feat in the history of Blazing Fire Academy!"

"His talent, his will, and his unique martial soul, Charcoal Servant, all deserve this preferential treatment. Allowing him to live here is the academy's recognition of his potential and an investment in him."

"Besides..."

The fiery hibiscus pointed to a similarly elegant courtyard not far away.

"My family lives over there, so it's convenient for me to take care of them."

Chiye Kui looked at Lin Xia with encouraging eyes.

"Xia, take your parents inside for a look. Everything's been taken care of inside. Of course..."

Chiye Kui paused, her tone sincere.

"If Mr. Lin and Ms. Liu wish, they can stay here; the rooms are spacious enough."

Lin Xia understood that Chi Ye Kui had elevated him to a very high position, both as protection and as encouragement.

"Dad, Mom, come in and take a look."

Lin Tian and Liu Mei practically tiptoed as they followed Lin Xia into the small building.

The first floor features a spacious and bright living room and dining room, with simple and elegant furniture made of high-quality materials.

Upstairs are the bedroom and study.

All the furnishings were just right, neither too luxurious nor ostentatious, yet exuding quality and sophistication.

"That's...that's great..."

Liu Mei touched the smooth tabletop, tears welling in her eyes—tears of joy, but even more so, tears of pride for her son.

Lin Tian was too excited to speak, but he patted his son's shoulder hard, his words conveying everything.

Lin Xia looked around, feeling quite calm.

For him, his residence was merely a place for cultivation; its luxury was unimportant. The key was that the concentration of fire element here was significantly higher than down the mountain, especially the stone platform and hot spring pool in the courtyard, which would definitely be of great benefit to his cultivation.

However, seeing her parents so happy warmed Lin Xia's heart.

"Mom and Dad, why don't you stay here? The vice president said it's okay."

Lin Xia suggested that she wanted her parents to enjoy a better life.

Lin Tian and Liu Mei exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with longing, but in the end they firmly shook their heads.

Lin Tian solemnly said:

"Xia, your parents understand your feelings, but this place is too nice. It's meant for someone as capable as you. We two ordinary people wouldn't feel at ease living here; we'd only cause trouble. Besides..."

Lin Tian looked outside.

"Everything here is fine, except it's a bit too hot. We get uncomfortable if we stay here too long. Your most important thing right now is to focus wholeheartedly on your cultivation! Seize this opportunity that Heaven has given you!"

"We'll just go back to where we used to be, and live a peaceful life. We're happy to know you've made something of yourself!"

Liu Mei wiped her eyes and nodded repeatedly.

"Your dad is right. We can't hold you back. Focus on learning here, and your parents will be waiting for you to bring honor to the family!"

Lin Xia looked into his parents' eyes and saw that although there was reluctance in their eyes, there was even more pride and determination because of him, and he knew that their minds were made up.

The environment here is indeed not very friendly to ordinary people without soul power.

Lin Xia didn't press the matter further and nodded emphatically.

"Okay! Mom and Dad, don't worry, I will definitely live up to your expectations!"

Upon entering the living room, Lin Xia immediately noticed a bright red ring with simple flame patterns engraved on its surface, quietly placed on the central table.

Lin Xia took two steps forward, picked up the ring, and felt its smooth texture; it was clearly of exceptional quality.

"A soul tool?"

Lin Xia's heart stirred, and she tried to inject a wisp of soul power into it.

hum!

The flame pattern on the box surface glowed slightly, and a stream of information, accompanied by a clear sense of internal space, flooded into Lin Xia's mind.

really!

This is a storage soul guide!