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

Chapter 480 Qiu'er's Sacrifice
As night falls, the town of Aoki loses the hustle and bustle of the day, but it is still very lively.

Along both sides of the street, various streetlights were lit, emitting a warm and hazy glow that illuminated the pedestrians coming and going.

The shouts of vendors, the laughter of people, and the aromas of various snacks filling the air intertwine to create a vibrant and lively night market atmosphere.

Dai Chengfeng, carrying the fluffy, golden Qiu'er, walked side by side with Hu Liena, Zhu Zhuqing, and Ning Rongrong, three girls with different styles but equally eye-catching, on the bustling street.

Such a combination would make them the absolute center of attention wherever they go.

It attracted countless glances, some of which were filled with amazement, some with envy, and some with curiosity.

Of all the people here, Ning Rongrong was the happiest.

She was like a bird released from its cage, full of curiosity about everything.

She would sometimes pull Hu Liena to squeeze into a stall selling exquisite handmade jewelry and comment on it, and other times she would be attracted by the tempting aroma of grilled soul beast meat skewers and buy a few to share with everyone.

Although Hu Liena was more reserved than Ning Rongrong, her charming eyes couldn't help but linger on all sorts of novel gadgets and local snacks.

Occasionally, she might even let out a slight smile because of something interesting.

Even the usually aloof Zhu Zhuqing seemed to relax considerably in this relaxed atmosphere, her gaze occasionally lingering on some small accessories.

Dai Chengfeng looked at them with a gentle smile, but his thoughts were already wandering far away.

Originally, Dai Chengfeng was indeed thinking of going shopping with them.

But Dai Chengfeng soon discovered that this Qingmu Town was quite nice!

First of all, this place is far enough away from Wuhun City, and also quite a distance from the Star Dou Great Forest.

Moreover, Qingmu Town itself is not an important city, and there should be no Spirit Hall sentries or other powerful figures nearby.

Dai Chengfeng thought to himself, "The strange phenomena that occurred when Qiu'er offered sacrifice shouldn't attract much attention in this border region."

"Even if someone notices it, by the time they arrive, it will all be over."

Thinking about it, Dai Chengfeng lowered his head and looked at Qiu'er in his arms.

Qiu'er was also tilting her little head up. She seemed to sense Dai Chengfeng's emotions and gently rubbed her little head against his arm.

Those eyes, as clear as molten gold, gazed at him silently, showing no fear of what was to come, only complete trust and a hint of barely perceptible resolve.

Dai Chengfeng's heart softened, and he felt an overwhelming pity for her.

He reached out and gently stroked Qiu'er's soft, warm fur, whispering in a voice only the two of them could hear, "Don't worry, leave it to me."

Soon, Dai Chengfeng seemed to still be following them, but his pace slowed down unintentionally, and the distance between him and the three girls in front of him gradually increased.

His gaze swept over the bustling street scene, but in his mind he was calculating how to leave without being discovered.

The opportunity will come soon.

At that moment, Ning Rongrong was attracted by a stall selling colorful sugar figurines, and she pulled Hu Liena and Zhu Zhuqing over to it.

They say three women make a drama, and the same goes for three young girls...

They huddled together and began discussing what shape of sugar figurine they wanted to make: Ning Rongrong wanted a pagoda, Hu Liena wanted a fox, and Zhu Zhuqing wanted a cat…

Taking advantage of this brief moment, Dai Chengfeng swayed slightly and, like a ghost, disappeared into the shadows of a relatively dim alleyway nearby.

His movements were light and swift, attracting no attention from anyone.

Even the three women who were focused on choosing sugar figurines not far away did not notice that someone was missing from their side.

After quickly passing through several narrow alleys and avoiding the crowds on the main street, Dai Chengfeng carried Qiu'er and sped along, soon arriving at the edge of Qingmu Town.

The walls of Qingmu Town weren't particularly high, and for Dai Chengfeng, a Soul Master, crossing them silently was no difficult task. He found a corner with lax defenses, pushed off with his feet, and leaped up like a bird, easily vaulting over the wall and landing in the quiet wilderness outside the town.

The hustle and bustle outside the city and inside the city seemed like two different worlds.

The bright moonlight shone on the silent woodland and plain, with only the chirping of unknown insects and the rustling of leaves in the breeze.

Dai Chengfeng did not stop; a pair of wings made of Nine Netherworld Winds spread out behind him.

It then flew towards a dense forest, far from the official road and deeper where no one would disturb it.

He continued deeper and deeper until he could no longer sense any human presence. Then he found a relatively open clearing in the woods, surrounded by ancient trees, and stopped there.

The moonlight here is like a ribbon, its clear glow covering the ground, making the place exceptionally tranquil.

Dai Chengfeng gently placed Qiu'er, whom he was holding, on the soft grass.

Qiu'er stood still, her figure swayed slightly, and a soft golden light flashed. Her petite and lovely form began to change and grow. In the blink of an eye, she revealed her true form as the imperial auspicious beast - the Three-Eyed Golden Lion.

Its slender and elegant body was covered with brilliant golden fur, which shimmered like liquid gold in the moonlight. The vertical eye on its forehead, which contained the power of mysterious destiny, opened and closed slightly, exuding a terrifying majesty.

Despite her increased size, her gaze towards Dai Chengfeng remained full of affection.

Dai Chengfeng took a deep breath of the crisp, cool forest air, calming his somewhat agitated emotions, and looked solemnly at Qiu'er:

"Qiu'er, are you... ready?"

Qiu'er looked at Dai Chengfeng, a complex emotion flashing in her golden eyes.

There is a sense of attachment to the past, and anticipation for the future, but even more so, there is unwavering trust in the person in front of you.

She took a deep breath and nodded vigorously. "Dai Chengfeng, I'm ready!"

Seeing Qiu'er like this, Dai Chengfeng felt an indescribable surge of emotion.

He stepped forward, gently stroking the soft, warm fur on Qiu'er's neck, his voice filled with an unprecedented tenderness and firmness:

"Qiu'er, believe me, this is by no means the end."

"I will definitely resurrect you."

"Even if things go smoothly..."

In the end, Dai Chengfeng did not continue speaking. He did not want to give Qiu'er any other hope, but in the end, he was disappointed.

After all, he wasn't entirely sure whether his second martial soul would awaken.

More importantly...

Even if his second martial soul does awaken, it may not necessarily turn out as he expected.

Although he didn't say it, Dai Chengfeng knew he would do his best.

At this moment, Qiu'er looked at Dai Chengfeng, who was hesitant, and affectionately rubbed her forehead against Dai Chengfeng's palm, her eyes gentle.

"I believe in you, I always have."

No further words are needed.

Qiu'er took a few steps back, creating some distance between herself and Dai Chengfeng.

She gave Dai Chengfeng one last deep look, as if she wanted to etch his image into the depths of her soul.

Then, she raised her head and let out a clear, long, and resonant whistle that pierced the sky!

(End of this chapter)