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

Chapter 553 Returning to Wuhun City

Dai Chengfeng returned to his tent, and after a short rest, the High Priest woke up.

Therefore, the team set off towards the outskirts of the Star Dou Great Forest.

After the previous setbacks, the atmosphere within the team became somewhat delicate.

Zhu Zhuqing remained silent, but when she occasionally looked at Dai Chengfeng, her gaze was less cold and more subtly complex.

Ning Rongrong was noticeably more obedient; although she would occasionally steal a glare at Dai Chengfeng, she mostly stayed quietly with the group...

However, her walking posture still seemed a little unnatural, and her cheeks would burn whenever she thought of the scene from last night.

Hu Liena, even more so, acted as if nothing had happened, returning to her usual alluring charm.

Xiaowu...

Xiao Wu is still the same as always, very shy.

Moreover, because he was unfamiliar with everyone except Dai Chengfeng, he didn't talk much.

Overall, Dai Chengfeng felt at ease knowing that at least he wasn't jealous anymore.

On the way out of the Star Dou Great Forest, because Dai Chengfeng was injured, the group took about half a month to accommodate him.

Throughout the journey, Dai Chengfeng could sense two extremely subtle yet incredibly powerful auras constantly following him from a great distance.

That aura was like a dormant volcano, containing terrifying power, yet deliberately restrained, carrying a complex emotion...

There is concern, reluctance, and a deep sense of helplessness.

Dai Chengfeng knew that they were the Azure Bull Python and the Titan Giant Ape.

They were secretly escorting Xiao Wu, or rather, watching her go.

Xiao Wu seemed to sense something as well. She gazed into the depths of the forest, her eyes slightly red, but she stubbornly refused to let the tears fall, nor did she turn around.

After all, now that she has taken human form, she is destined to go to the outside world.

"Don't be sad, it's not like we'll never see each other again..."

Dai Chengfeng gently comforted her, and Xiao Wu nodded.

By the time they finished their journey, Dai Chengfeng had almost fully recovered, and he began to arrange for the team to speed up their march.

After all, this kind of separation is a torment for both parties.

Only when the group had completely left the Star Dou Great Forest did the two powerful auras that had been following them finally stop and cease their pursuit.

They stood at the edge of the forest, like two silent guardians, watching Dai Chengfeng and Xiao Wu's group depart until they disappeared from sight.

A faint, deep, and sorrowful sigh seemed to drift through the air.

After leaving the Star Dou Great Forest, the journey became much smoother.

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half a month later.

Stepping out of the carriage, Dai Chengfeng took a deep breath of the unique air of Wuhun City, which carried a faint fragrance of soul power and the atmosphere of a bustling metropolis, and a genuine smile appeared on his face.

He opened his arms, making a hugging gesture, and exclaimed:

"Wuhun City! I'm finally back! Teacher, I've missed you so much!"

His voice was filled with excitement and longing for his long-awaited return, which drew different expressions from the women around him, who wondered why Dai Chengfeng was so excited.

This was Xiao Wu's first time visiting such a magnificent central city in the human world, and she stared wide-eyed with curiosity...

Looking at the towering city walls, the perfectly aligned paladin knights in their gleaming silver armor, and the city's splendor—far surpassing that of Notting City—her little face was filled with amazement. "This...is this Spirit City? It's so big, so majestic..."

Seeing this, Hu Liena introduced with a touch of pride:
"Of course, Spirit City is a sacred place in the hearts of Spirit Masters across the continent, and it is the core of our Spirit Hall."

"Look over there, that tallest building is the Papal Palace, where His Holiness the Pope conducts state affairs."

Zhu Zhuqing didn't say much, but simply added, "It's very safe, and it's also very powerful."

"really……"

Xiao Wu nodded, still seemingly somewhat surprised.

Seeing this, Hu Liena affectionately took Xiao Wu's arm and said, "Little Wu, this will be your home from now on. You'll get used to it gradually."

"There are so many fun and delicious places in the city. I'll take you there another day."

As Xiao Wu listened to her sisters' introductions, her initial unease was gradually replaced by curiosity and anticipation, and she nodded gently.

The carriage slowly entered the city and traveled along the wide, smooth streets all the way to Papal Hill.

As the carriage came to a stop, Dai Chengfeng eagerly jumped off and said to Hu Liena:

"Nana, you know this place best. Please find a comfortable room for Xiaowu to settle down."

"Xiao Wu is new here and not familiar with the environment yet, so please take good care of her."

Hu Liena smiled sweetly, walked naturally to Xiao Wu's side, and affectionately took her hand:

"Don't worry, leave it to me."

"Little Wu, come with me. I'll show you where we'll be staying. Do you prefer something quieter or something with a wider view?"

Xiao Wu glanced at Dai Chengfeng, her eyes filled with a hint of reliance and inquiry from someone who had just arrived.

Dai Chengfeng nodded gently to her and said softly, "Go with Nana. Let's settle on a place to stay and get familiar with the surroundings."

"I have some urgent business to attend to right away, I'll come see you later."

Xiao Wu then obediently hummed in agreement and said to Hu Liena:
"Thank you, Sister Nana. I... I'm fine with anything."

"Then let's go."

Hu Liena smiled, took Xiao Wu's arm, and led her toward the residential area on Papal Hill.

Dai Chengfeng watched them turn away, then, as if suddenly remembering something, added:
"Nana, after you've settled Xiaowu in, you should rest too. I'll go report back to the teacher..."

Hu Liena turned around, giving Dai Chengfeng a charming look that said, "At least you still have some conscience," and smiled:
"Okay, go ahead and get on with your business."

Afterwards, Dai Chengfeng simply told Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong to go back and rest. Only after all the women had left did the relaxed expression on Dai Chengfeng's face fade slightly.

He straightened his robes, looked up at the towering spire of the Papal Palace, took a deep breath, and strode quickly toward that direction.

He muttered to himself, a hint of urgency and anticipation in his voice:
"I need to hurry up and report back to my teacher. He must be getting impatient after all this time."

Outside Bibi Dong's palace gate.

The maidservant guarding the door was startled when she saw Dai Chengfeng, but then she recognized him and immediately showed a respectful expression, bowing slightly without saying a word to stop him.

Dai Chengfeng made a "shh" gesture to them, signaling them to step back.

The maids understood and quietly bowed and withdrew.

Dai Chengfeng gently pushed open the door to the palace and slipped inside.

The palace was spacious and bright, luxuriously and elegantly furnished. The air was filled with Bibi Dong's unique fragrance, a mixture of a faint, cool scent and a noble floral aroma, which stirred his heart.

"Let's make it a little more romantic..."

(End of this chapter)