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

The boy stood to the left of the Blazing Leaf Sunflower, dressed in a well-fitting, fiery red outfit with the Blazing Fire Academy's flame emblem embroidered on his chest. He resembled a vibrant, burning flame, exuding a powerful aura.

He has a rather robust physique compared to his peers, and his short red hair stands on end, making him look energetic.

He has a dignified appearance, bright and piercing eyes, and a calm and heroic air about him.

The girl standing to the right of the Flaming Leaf Sunflower exudes a completely different charm.

She had long, smooth, chestnut-colored hair that reached her waist, like fine silk, shimmering softly in the morning light.

Her features were exquisitely delicate, her fair skin was like translucent jade, and her large eyes were bright and spirited, with a lively flame seemingly dancing deep within her pupils. Her gaze carried an innate pride and agility.

She wore a fiery red dress with golden flame patterns adorning the hem, making her look like a proud little phoenix.

Her gaze first swept over Lin Xia with scrutiny, her arrogance as if she were weighing something, but when her eyes fell on the small, peeking red figure at Lin Xia's feet—Tan Xiaoshi.

That arrogance was instantly replaced by intense curiosity, and her bright eyes widened even more.

When Chi Ye Kui saw Lin Xia open the door, her face immediately lit up with a warm smile. She turned slightly to the side and elegantly introduced herself to Lin Xia:

"Xia, come out quickly. These two are the troublemakers I mentioned to you yesterday. They're a little older than you, and they'll be your older brothers and sisters at the academy from now on."

She first pointed to the composed boy.

"This is my older brother, Huo Wushuang. He has a level seven innate soul power and his martial soul is the top-tier beast martial soul, the One-Horned Fire Typhoon."

Then he pointed to the chestnut-haired girl.

"This is my older sister, Huo Wu. She has innate soul power at level eight, and her martial soul is the Hokage. They are both currently studying in the academy's elite preparatory class."

Chi Ye Kui's voice carried the gentleness and pride unique to a mother. She then turned to her two children, her tone becoming solemn and filled with entrustment.

"Wushuang, Xiaowu, this is the junior brother Mom told you about yesterday, Lin Xia. His innate soul power is also level seven! An amazing talent. Look..."

With a smile, Chi Ye Kui pointed to Tan Xiao Shi, who was hiding behind Lin Xia's legs, but couldn't help peeking out with half of his small, burning head looking around curiously.

"This is Xia's martial soul, isn't it amazing?"

"His name is Tan Xiaoshi, and he's a handsome and adorable little knight! From now on, you two siblings must take good care of Lin Xia and Tan Xiaoshi at the academy, understand?"

Huo Wushuang nodded seriously, his eyes, which shone with a calm light, looked at Lin Xia with kindness and a hint of approval in them.

Especially when he looked closely at Tan Xiaoshi, his eyes were filled with pure curiosity and a desire to explore. This kind of materialized martial spirit, which seemed to have an independent life, was something he had never heard of before.

"Hello, junior Lin Xia, I'm Huo Wushuang. Feel free to contact me if you need anything."

Fire Dance's reaction was much more lively.

She gave a perfunctory "hmm" in response to her mother's instructions, but her eyes, sparkling with intense curiosity, were almost glued to Tan Xiaoshi.

She tilted her head slightly, her chestnut hair cascading over her shoulders. Her princess-like arrogance had diminished considerably, replaced by childlike excitement and wonder.

She even couldn't help but take a small step forward and asked in a clear voice:

"Hey, little guy, is your name really Tan Koji? You... can you understand us?"

She seemed to completely ignore Lin Xia, her attention entirely drawn to this unprecedented martial spirit.

Charcoal Servant felt a little uncomfortable under Fire Dance's burning gaze. It shrank back and hid completely behind Lin Xia, leaving only the flame on the top of its helmet flickering uneasily.

Seeing this, Lin Xia said directly:

"Tan-chan can understand what we're saying, but he's still young, so he might not be used to it."

After hearing Lin Xia's answer on behalf of Tan Xiaoshi, Huo Wu seemed to only then notice Lin Xia himself, shifting her gaze from Tan Xiaoshi to his face.

Huo Wu nodded with interest, her delicate chin slightly raised, and her large eyes, which seemed to be dancing with flames, held not only curiosity but also a hint of a smile that was hard to detect.

Chi Ye Kui saw her daughter's reaction and her smile deepened.

She stepped forward at the opportune moment, looked at Lin Xia gently, and spoke in a voice as soft as a spring breeze.

"Xia, it seems you and Tan Xiaoshi are both ready. Shall we head to the academy now?"

Lin Xia nodded, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.

Lin Xia was indeed curious to know how much his cultivation speed could be boosted by the legendary advanced simulated environment training room, combined with his and Tan Xiaoshi's unique dual-core meditation method.

This is about whether he can close the gap with those who have innate advantages from the very beginning.

Chi Ye Kui nodded in satisfaction, then turned her gaze to Lin Tian and Liu Mei, who had been standing quietly inside the door with complex expressions, filled with reluctance and unease.

Her smile softened, carrying a sincere invitation.

"Mr. Lin, Ms. Liu, if you don't have anything urgent to attend to right now, why don't you come and visit the college together? Seeing Xia's future learning environment with your own eyes will put your minds at ease."

Upon hearing this, Lin Tian and Liu Mei visibly stiffened.

The two exchanged a quick glance, their eyes flashing with intense desire.

Which parent wouldn't want to see with their own eyes the hall that their child is about to enter, a hall that symbolizes endless possibilities?

But the next second, that impulse was suppressed by a deeper sense of fear and inferiority.

Lin Tian subconsciously raised his hand and forcefully smoothed out the non-existent wrinkles on his faded, worn-out old clothes, as if trying to bridge the invisible gap between him and the group of glamorous people in front of him.

Liu Mei nervously rubbed her rough fingers, her gaze darting between Chi Ye Kui's magnificent red dress and Huo Wushuang and his sister's exquisite and neat attire. Her lips trembled a few times before she finally declined softly with deep apology and bitterness.

"Thank you so much for your kindness, Vice Dean... but we... we won't go. We have to go to the workshop later and can't afford to be late..."

The sound grew fainter and fainter, and the glimmer of hope that had briefly risen because of her son's talent was once again overshadowed by the heavy burden of life and deeply ingrained class consciousness.

Chi Ye Kui was no ordinary person; she instantly understood the inner struggles and concerns of these ordinary parents.

Their world was too far removed from the world of Soul Masters. In the heart of Blazing Fire City, where Soul Masters gathered, his simple clothes might be seen as a reason for his son to be looked down upon.

She sighed inwardly, but did not insist. Instead, she cast a look of understanding and support at Lin Xia.

Lin Xia felt as if an invisible hand had squeezed her heart tightly.

He understood his parents' thoughts all too well. They were afraid of embarrassing him, afraid that his out-of-place attire would make him look down on or even ridicule him in this elite gathering place.

A warm feeling mixed with bitterness welled up in my heart, but it was quickly replaced by an even stronger determination.

Without hesitation, Lin Xia strode to her parents' side, stretched out her hands, held her father's calloused hand tightly with one hand, and gently placed her other hand on her mother's slightly trembling hand.

"Dad, Mom! Don't you think too much? Don't you believe in my future?"