Douluo Continent: Evolving from the Demon Soul Great White Shark

As she got closer, Bai Xiao finally saw what her so-called "best friend" looked like.

The young woman has delicate features and fair skin, making her a classic mature and sophisticated woman.

She wore a light blue dress, her hair was a color between blue and silver, and a begonia flower was pinned on her head, which highlighted her quiet and cool temperament.

A pair of white, opaque stockings on her legs made her figure appear even longer and slimmer.

Overall, it definitely deserves a 9 out of 10.

The remaining point was because the other person kept their head down while walking, which inexplicably added a sense of theft.

"This is Ye Lingling, my best friend."

"Hello, Ye Lingling."

Bai Xiao raised the corners of his mouth slightly in a smile and politely greeted the girl.

However, despite his lack of any special action, Ye Lingling on the other side did not respond for a long time.

Seeing this, in order to accommodate Ye Lingling's social anxiety, Dugu Yan simply let go of Bai Xiao's arm and walked straight to her side, taking the girl's hand in hers.

Only then did she tentatively speak.

"Hello...

Bai Xiao even doubted whether he had heard the whispered sentence.

He had heard Dugu Yan mention that the other person had some social anxiety, but he didn't expect it to be to this extent.

They've lost even the most basic social skills.

He silently complained to himself, then suddenly remembered the Soul Bone skill he had acquired before.

"Let's eavesdrop on her thoughts and see what's really going on with this woman."

"After all, she's Dugu Yan's best friend. If we can help solve this, we should."

With this in mind, Bai Xiao silently activated his Soul Bone skill: Soul Detection.

A faint blue light flickered within her grayish-white pupils. The skill was activated, and the girl's thoughts appeared in Bai Xiao's mind.

He's so handsome.

[So tall.]

[He's just like the male protagonist in those picture books.]

"A sketchbook?"

"What is that?"

Bai Xiao's eyes narrowed slightly, a hint of doubt in his expression.

At this moment, Dugu Yan suddenly spoke.

"How is it?"

"Isn't my best friend beautiful?"

His thoughts were interrupted, and Bai Xiao put on a gentle smile again.

"She's very beautiful, especially with that serene aura she exudes. She gives off a particularly gentle impression at first glance."

As soon as she finished speaking, Ye Lingling's inner thoughts echoed once again.

【Ahhh~】

He actually praised me! I'm so excited!

Could it be that he's interested in me?

He has such a nice voice!

[Waaaaah, that damn Yan Yan, she actually found such a great boyfriend.]

"Tch~"

"You never praise me usually?"

Dugu Yan looked at Bai Xiao with a coquettish expression, feigning displeasure.

In response, Bai Xiao waved to her, signaling her to come closer.

"what?"

Dugu Yan approached Bai Xiao with some skepticism, only to hear Bai Xiao whisper something in her ear.

"You also have a fever~"

Upon hearing this, Dugu Yan's delicate face instantly turned red all the way to her neck.

She jumped back as if she had been electrocuted, staring at Bai Xiao's clear eyes with a guilty and incredulous look.

"you……"

Then she reached out her right hand and pinched Bai Xiao's waist hard.

"Hiss~"

What are you doing?

Bai Xiao gasped in pain.

Then they began to symbolically push and shove each other.

At this moment, Ye Lingling's thoughts re-entered his mind.

How dare he be so bold? Isn't he afraid I'll overhear him?

How frivolous! What a bad man.

But I really like this kind of thing...

[Waaaaah~ I really want to be Yan Yan and experience this feeling.]

Bai Xiao, who was playfully fighting with Dugu Yan, suddenly froze, then looked at Ye Lingling with an incredulous expression.

"What's going on?"

"It's one thing for her to overhear these whispers, but why would she think that way?"

"This woman..."

He thought that the contrast between that aloof, noble, and mature woman's face and her shy, socially awkward expression was already striking enough.

did not expect……

Why did he suddenly look at me?

Could it be that she's interested in me?

Hmph~

"It really is because I'm too beautiful."

Look! Cast admiring glances your way!

[But what if he confesses his feelings to me? Will Yan Yan be sad?]

Stealing my best friend's husband—that's exciting just thinking about it.

"Hello!"

"What are you looking at?"

Dugu Yan's voice interrupted their thoughts at the same time.

Bai Xiao snapped out of his daze and unconsciously narrowed his eyes.

"I never expected Ye Lingling to have such a... inner world..."

"Contrast"

"Dugu Yan, is this what you mean by being too afraid to speak to anyone?"

He let out a long sigh and casually explained.

"It's nothing, I just think the begonia flower on Ye Lingling's head is very unique."

"I couldn't help but take a second look."

【I go! 】

How could anyone in the world appreciate me so much?

He complimented me twice, and both times he really touched on things I like.

[I can't stay here any longer; I'm afraid I might actually start thinking about stealing my best friend's husband.]

"that……"

"You guys talk first, I suddenly remembered I still have something to take care of."

Ye Lingling still spoke haltingly, giving the impression that she was avoiding social interaction.

After saying that, she turned around and walked towards the dormitory area, her back view even appearing very hurried.

The three met for less than five minutes, exchanging only a few words before parting ways, which did seem rather abrupt.

But only Bai Xiao knew the true nature of this so-called "socially anxious girl."

"Are you trying to die?!"

Seeing Ye Lingling disappear from sight, Dugu Yan angrily punched Bai Xiao on the shoulder.

"You're saying this to me in broad daylight."

"Now look what happened, you scared them away."

White Owl feigned an innocent expression.

"Didn't you tell me to praise you?"

"That's the first thing that came to mind for me."

"you……"

Dugu Yan's eyes began to dart away again, and the blush that had just faded from her cheeks reappeared.

Not knowing how to refute, and even feeling a little smug, she simply turned her head to the other side and let out a soft snort.

A gentle breeze stirred, ruffling the girl's hair and accentuating her shy demeanor with captivating charm...

Seeing this, Bai Xiao was in a great mood and pulled her into his arms.

"Come on, take me for a walk around the campus."

Under the sunlight, Dugu Yan linked arms with Bai Xiao and strolled side by side with him on the playground.

As her rapid heartbeat subsided, she began to savor the romantic atmosphere she was in.

In fact, Dugu Yan hadn't felt this way for a long time since those around her learned that the toxins in her body might leak out and even affect those close to her.

Even when they were in contact with Ye Lingling, the two of them were tacitly very cautious and even maintained a certain distance.

Not to mention her nominal boyfriend, Yu Tianheng.

Now, rediscovering the romance that comes with this age, Dugu Yan was momentarily captivated.

"I wish we could stay like this forever."

Bai Xiao tightened his embrace of the girl and returned.

"Yes..."