Douluo Continent: My Martial Soul is the Mysterious Heavy Ruler

Chapter 73 Dating

Since Dugu Yan wanted to go shopping, the two of them strolled around the commercial street in Tiandou City.

The two entered a clothing store after arriving at the commercial street.

The clothing store was large and decorated in a magnificent yet tasteful style. Inside, there were custom-made clothes as well as uncut fabrics.

Inside the clothing store, small groups of people were selecting ready-made clothes, and the sales staff were warmly greeting each customer.

"Sir, are you buying clothes for this lady?"

As soon as Xiao Yi and Dugu Yan entered the clothing store, a salesperson came forward to greet them warmly.

Because Xiao Yi is very handsome and Dugu Yan is very beautiful, they are a perfect match, like a golden couple.

Xiao Yi looked at the waitress. She was about twenty-five or twenty-six years old, about 1.7 meters tall, with fair skin, a good figure, and a smile on her face that made her seem very friendly. Although she wasn't as beautiful as Dugu Yan, she was still a pretty girl.

Xiao Yi only glanced at it and then stopped looking, after all, he had a girlfriend.

"Any recommendations?" Xiao Yi asked the waiter, looking around.

"Of course! Look at this one, it's our latest item this season, made from ice silk from the North. Wearing it will keep you at the most comfortable temperature, and the color suits the beautiful lady next to you perfectly." The sales assistant enthusiastically brought out a white dress and showed it to Xiao Yi.

Xiao Yi glanced at the dress, then looked at Dugu Yan and handed it to her, asking, "Do you have a fitting room here?"

"Yes, miss, please follow me." The waitress led Dugu Yan to the fitting room.

While waiting for Dugu Yan to come out, Xiao Yi looked at the other clothes in the store. There were a few that were particularly suitable for Dugu Yan, but the specific effect would only be known after trying them on.

"Snapped!"

Xiao Yi was stunned the moment he turned around after hearing the fitting room door being pushed open.

Dugu Yan was already beautiful, but she became even more elegant in the white dress. The white dress suited her perfectly, making her look like a fairy slowly stepping out of a classical painting. Every step she took was accompanied by a light melody, so elegant that it was breathtaking.

The dress style accentuated Dugu Yan's figure, with the fabric at the neckline perfectly concealing her voluptuous chest, while the sheer fabric at the hem allowed Xiao Yi to glimpse Dugu Yan's legs.

Just then, sunlight pierced through the sparse clouds and streamed into the clothing store, bathing her in a soft golden glow that gilded her pure white dress. This made her appear even more graceful and captivating, like an elf embraced by warm light. The hem of her skirt swayed gently with her steps, like white foam churning in ocean waves—both ethereal and poetic.

Xiao Yi was so amazed by Dugu Yan's outfit that he forgot what he was going to say.

Normally, Dugu Yan almost always wears trousers or similar outfits, but this outfit elevates her beauty to another level.

"It seems this outfit really suits you, miss. Look how stunning this gentleman is," the waiter said at the opportune moment.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yi snapped out of his daze and looked at Dugu Yan, but Dugu Yan's face had turned red without him noticing.

There's a saying that women dress up for those who appreciate them, and Dugu Yan felt a great sense of accomplishment seeing Xiao Yi staring at her in a daze.

"Ahem, does Yan Yan like this dress?" Xiao Yi coughed twice and asked in a serious tone.

"I like it, but I've never worn this type of outfit before, so I feel a little uncomfortable," Dugu Yan said shyly.

"If you like it, that's fine. Also, please pack these few items for me as well," Xiao Yi said to the waiter, pointing to some clothes he had just picked out.

"Alright, young master, that'll be a total of 20,000 gold soul coins. Would you like to buy yourself a few outfits?" the salesperson said to Xiao Yi after calculating the price.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yi realized he hadn't bought any clothes in a long time, so he picked out a white robe embroidered with gold trim and a green robe before paying. It must be said that although the prices at this clothing store were a bit high, the quality was quite good.

After paying the bill, Xiao Yi put the clothes into his soul tool and left the clothing store.

After leaving the clothing store, they started trying some street snacks, such as candied hawthorn, cotton candy, osmanthus cake, and sugar figurines. They bought a lot of these, but Dugu Yan only ate a few bites of each before handing them over to Xiao Yi to handle.

It was noon soon, and the two of them grabbed a quick lunch at a roadside stall before continuing their stroll.

Xiao Yi found it very strange. Dugu Yan had eaten so many snacks, yet she could still finish them. Could it be that girls really have multiple stomachs, as the legend goes?

It turns out that girls' shopping prowess is still terrifying, especially those with some skill.

Xiao Yi felt utterly hopeless after spending the whole day shopping with Dugu Yan. He couldn't understand why Dugu Yan, whose cultivation level was lower than his, could walk around so vigorously. Normally, Xiao Yi wouldn't feel tired, but after a day of shopping, he was completely exhausted, both physically and mentally.

But after all, she's my girlfriend, so I'll just spoil her.

The two spent the day shopping. Dugu Yan bought many strange and unusual trinkets. Every time she saw something she liked, she would take it with her and ask Xiao Yi if it looked good. Xiao Yi would always smile and say it looked good, and then buy it. After all, Xiao Yi wasn't short of money, and those trinkets weren't expensive.

It's all thanks to the soul tool; otherwise, Xiao Yi would be carrying all sorts of bags and packages right now.

……

It was already evening, and the streets were bustling with people and vendors. The vendors were calling out their wares, adding to the lively atmosphere of Tiandou City.

At this time, it's also mealtime, and the lights from each household and the roadside vendors create a unique aesthetic.

"The warmth of everyday life is what truly comforts the human heart," Xiao Yi thought to himself.

Although Xiao Yi is now a Soul Master and a cultivator, he is still a person at heart. Looking at all kinds of people, he has gained some understanding.

Suddenly he found himself in a very strange situation, feeling that time around him was slowing down, and things he couldn't understand before suddenly became clear to him.

"Idiot, what are you thinking about?" Dugu Yan called out to Xiao Yi, who was staring blankly into space.

"Hmm? What's wrong, Yan Yan?" Xiao Yi asked, snapping out of his reverie.

"You idiot, what are you thinking about? I've called you so many times, and you're only now responding to me," Dugu Yan said, pouting.

"It's nothing, I just suddenly have an answer to a question I couldn't figure out before," Xiao Yi said, scratching his head.

"I heard there's a fireworks display tonight, it's up ahead, let's go check it out." Dugu Yan grabbed Xiao Yi's arm and headed towards the fireworks display area.

"Hey, slow down, Yanzi!" Xiao Yi was caught off guard by Dugu Yan's sudden tug.

Just now, Xiao Yiming comprehended the highest mystery of the Six Harmonies Traveling Ruler: Yin alone cannot produce, Yang alone cannot grow; only when Yin and Yang are in harmony can one go far.

Simply shutting yourself in is useless; you need to go out more often. After all, how can you talk about transcending the world if you don't engage with it?

Soon the two arrived at the place where fireworks were being set off.

They found a spot with a great view, nestled together, and shared in the tranquility and beauty. Other spectators, also eagerly awaiting the fireworks, gradually gathered around, but their eyes were only on each other, as if the whole world had stood still.

With the first crisp pop, the first firework burst open in the sky, colorful and dazzling. Immediately afterwards, more fireworks followed, intertwining and colliding in the night sky, creating patterns of various shapes and colors, adorning the night sky like a dreamlike painting.

They gazed up at the magnificent sky, their eyes sparkling with the same light. Their hearts beat in unison with the bursts of fireworks, and their emotions deepened in that moment. They smiled at each other, needing no words, both feeling the warmth and happiness in the other's heart.

Even years later, when the two recalled the fireworks of that day, they still couldn't forget their youthful selves back then.

The light of fireworks is fleeting, just like time slipping away quietly.

The fireworks display ended quickly, and the people who came to watch the fireworks dispersed.

"Yan Yan, let's go, it's time to go back," Xiao Yi said gently to Dugu Yan.

"it is good."

The two then returned to the Dugu residence hand in hand.

(End of this chapter)