Douluo: Martial Soul White Tiger, I am the White Emperor of Heaven

Chapter 346 Zhu Zhuqing's感动 (moved/touched) and 惊喜 (surprised/delighted)?
Seeing Zhu Zhuqing's earnest apology, Dai Chengfeng was slightly taken aback. After all, in his memory, whether in his previous life or when he was a child...

His fiancée was always aloof and stubborn, and it was extremely rare for her to take the initiative to apologize.

But now, she is not blindly arrogant because she defeated the powerful Royal Fighting Team. On the contrary, she is very clear about her own shortcomings, which makes Dai Chengfeng nod slightly.

Zhu Zhuqing truly deserves to be called the most persistent and strong-willed of the original Shrek Seven Devils.

They are indeed worth nurturing.

For a moment, a gentle smile bloomed on Dai Chengfeng's lips.

"Why apologize?"

Dai Chengfeng's voice was deep and inclusive: "A team is like a set of gears. There will always be strong and weak parts. This is normal. Perfect balance does not exist. As long as the team works together perfectly, that is enough."

"Moreover, you are only a Great Soul Master now, and you are facing an opponent at the Soul Venerable level. It is normal that you cannot win."

"But the important thing is..."

“You didn’t make a single mistake throughout the entire battle. Your timing for the breakthrough was perfect, and your execution of my tactical instructions was flawless.”

"I am very satisfied with you."

"really?"

For the first time, Zhu Zhuqing looked at Dai Chengfeng with some insecurity, her eyes filled with a longing for his approval.

"Of course!"

As he spoke, Dai Chengfeng casually ruffled Zhu Zhuqing's hair: "As for the issue of cultivation..."

"Later, when Nana and I have higher soul power, the rate of soul power increase will naturally slow down. With your efforts and potential, it's only a matter of time before you catch up with us."

"On the contrary, it is your fighting spirit and perseverance that are truly hard to make up for, and that is your most precious quality!"

At this moment, Hu Liena, who was standing to the side, also put away her charming demeanor and became unusually serious.

Although she would inexplicably clash with Zhu Zhuqing over some trivial matters.

However, when it comes to important matters, unless she is blinded by love, Hu Liena is definitely not someone who disregards the big picture.

Moreover, after that battle, she did change her opinion of Zhu Zhuqing.

Previously, she thought that Zhu Zhuqing was nothing more than a pampered noblewoman who relied on her status as Dai Chengfeng's fiancée.

But now she discovers that this seemingly cold "wildcat" is by no means someone who lives a life of luxury because of her status.

Her speed, which is almost beyond her own level, her fierce and precise attack methods, and her keen judgment in seizing opportunities during the gaps in the battle, all demonstrate the unimaginable effort she has put in behind the scenes.

She felt that when she was in her twenties, she probably wasn't much better than Zhu Zhuqing.

Hu Liena knew all too well how rare this dedication was.

"Chengfeng is right."

Hu Liena echoed Dai Chengfeng's point of view and looked at Zhu Zhuqing, "Don't underestimate yourself. In the battle just now, you dared to directly cut into the opponent's core back row and perfectly seized the opportunity to eliminate the opponent's most important support position in one blow. Your courage and execution are not weak."

"And your cooperation just now was indeed very good every time."

"The difference in soul power level is an objective fact, but we can catch up slowly."

Hearing their words of comfort, Zhu Zhuqing felt a strange sense of gratitude welling up inside her.

But this tenderness was fleeting, quickly suppressed by her inability to express herself, and she reverted to her aloof expression.

"Thank you... I understand."

She said softly, her tone filled with unwavering determination, "But I will work even harder in the future."

This was her promise, a promise to herself, and also to Dai Chengfeng and Hu Liena.

Then, her gaze seemed to casually sweep over Hu Liena, and her tone returned to its usual sharpness, the kind that only appeared when she was arguing with Hu Liena: "But you vixen, don't think that just because you comfort me a few words, I'll give in to you."

"There are some people and things that I will absolutely never compromise on!"

Hu Liena paused for a moment, "Some people...and things?"

In an instant, she understood Zhu Zhuqing's implied meaning.

Hu Liena resumed her alluring expression, raising her eyebrows slightly, deliberately clinging to Dai Chengfeng's arm, and giving Zhu Zhuqing a soft snort without giving an inch.

"Hmph! Who needs you to give way?" "What I, Hu Liena, want, I'll take myself. I don't need you to give way, and you can't stop me anyway~"

Dai Chengfeng watched the two people in front of him start arguing again, feeling Hu Liena's wonderful softness, and his smile deepened. He made no attempt to stop them.

After all, he's guaranteed to make a profit in this kind of thing.

It could even be said that without Zhu Zhuqing, given his relationship with Hu Liena, she would never have taken the initiative to hug him; Zhu Zhuqing would also not have felt a sense of crisis and would not have become so distant from him.

"Let's fight! The more intense the better..."

As Dai Chengfeng thought about it, the three of them soon stretched out their shadows longer and longer, heading straight towards the Spirit Hall.

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In front of Dai Chengfeng's room at the Spirit Hall.

"Finally back," Hu Liena said lazily, stretching her slender waist with a hint of coquettish languor in her voice.

At this point, she glanced at Zhu Zhuqing deliberately, then smiled at Dai Chengfeng: "Chengfeng, my bones are about to fall apart, I'll head back now~"

Zhu Zhuqing remained silent, nodded to Dai Chengfeng, and then prepared to turn around and head towards her room.

"and many more."

But at that moment, Dai Chengfeng called out to the two of them.

"what happened?"

Hu Liena and Zhu Zhuqing stopped and looked at Dai Chengfeng with curiosity.

Dai Chengfeng, however, revealed a mysterious smile, his gaze shifting between Hu Liena and Zhu Zhuqing. "You two, don't rush off, come in with me for a moment."

Hu Liena raised her eyebrows slightly. "Hmm? What are you up to?"

Zhu Zhuqing's clear eyes also looked over, carrying a hint of barely perceptible doubt.

"I have a little surprise for you."

As Dai Chengfeng spoke, he turned to the side and made a "please" gesture.

surprise?

Hu Liena and Zhu Zhuqing exchanged a suspicious glance.

These two equally proud girls, who were always at odds for some reason, reached a rare silent consensus at this moment—what was this guy up to?

But they still followed Dai Chengfeng inside.

The room was brightly lit and had a comfortable, homey feel.

Swah——

As soon as Dai Chengfeng entered the room, a small beast covered in fine golden fur was curled up on a cushion by the window.

Hearing the door open, her small ears perked up instantly.

The next second, it leaped up with incredible speed like a golden streak of light, landing precisely in Dai Chengfeng's arms, nuzzling his chest affectionately with its head and purring contentedly.

"Qiu'er, be good."

Dai Chengfeng caught Qiu'er steadily, a doting smile on his face, and gently combed the soft, shiny fur on her back with his fingertips. "Why don't you go play by yourself for a while? I have something to do."

Tweet——

Qiu'er raised her golden head, her clear eyes glancing reluctantly at Dai Chengfeng before letting out a soft "woof," jumping down from his arms, and obediently running back to the soft cushion by the window to lie down, her little head still looking this way, her tail wagging back and forth.

After calming the little one down, Dai Chengfeng once again greeted the two women who were still standing at the door, each with a different expression:
"Come in and sit down, don't stand."

Hu Liena took the lead, swaying gracefully, with Zhu Zhuqing close behind.

"Dai Chengfeng, why are you being so mysterious? What surprise is it?"

Hu Liena gracefully sat down, resting her chin on one hand, and stared at Dai Chengfeng with great interest.

Zhu Zhuqing sat quietly in another chair, her eyes slightly raised, looking at Dai Chengfeng with a questioning gaze.

(End of this chapter)