Douluo Continent: Outwitting the Ceiling of Wisdom - Yuhao Faks His Death for Ten Thousand Years

Chapter 107 Laughing at the Mortal World and Mu Xi

As arranged by the reception staff, Huo Yuhao and Xiao Hongchen were assigned to a twin room, while Meng Hongchen, Ye Guyi, and Gu Yuena would share a spacious triple room.

As everyone prepared to head to their respective rooms, Wu Changkong stepped forward, his expression still aloof, and left only a brief instruction: "Tomorrow is the opening ceremony of the competition. After the opening ceremony, there will be a draw, after which the competition will officially begin."

After saying that, he turned and walked towards his room.

Judging from his tone and expression, he clearly intended to let the students discuss their own strategies for dealing with the competition, in order to cultivate their autonomy.

Huo Yuhao and Xiao Hongchen had barely entered their twin room and hadn't even had time to properly unpack when a crisp "ding-dong" sound from the doorbell broke the silence of the room.

The two exchanged a glance, a hint of doubt flashing in their eyes.

They had only been at the hotel for a short time and hadn't even had a chance to tell anyone their room number. Who could be looking for them?

Xiao Hongchen, who was closer to the door, took the first step towards the door and gently turned the doorknob.

The moment the door opened, a striking figure came into view:

A tall, slender girl stood gracefully outside the door, her hair styled in a neat, high golden ponytail, smooth and glossy, swaying gently with her breath.

Her simple white outfit accentuated her slender and upright figure, her delicate features carrying an innate air of arrogance.

This was Mu Xi, the daughter of Mu Chen, the president of the Donghai City Blacksmith Association, who was also a member of the Donghai City team and had come to participate in the Tianhai Alliance Grand Competition.

"Huh? Senior Sister is here."

The doubt in Xiao Hongchen's eyes deepened.

He usually stayed in Donghai City and often followed President Mu Chen to learn forging at the Forging Masters Association. Over time, he naturally became very familiar with this senior sister Mu Xi, who was the president's daughter.

He just didn't expect that Mu Xi would come to him on her own initiative as soon as he arrived in Tianhai City and before he could even settle in.

After a brief moment of confusion, Xiao Hongchen smiled warmly, his eyebrows relaxed, and he instantly regained his usual handsome and charming appearance, his tone natural and friendly.

Inside the room, driven by curiosity, Huo Yuhao peeked out from behind Xiao Hongchen. As the light fell on Mu Xi, his remarkable observation skills quickly caught a crucial detail:

This proud and arrogant young lady, at this moment, when she met Xiao Hongchen's gaze, a faint blush quietly appeared on her beautiful face.

The blush, like a ripe cherry, was hidden beneath her fair skin.

Moreover, her brows, which were usually slightly furrowed, relaxed unconsciously at this moment, and most of the arrogance in her eyes faded, replaced by an undeniable gentleness.

Mu Xi even became somewhat evasive, not daring to look directly at Xiao Hongchen for long.

"These two are interesting—"

Seeing this, Huo Yuhao chuckled to himself and began to ponder.

"I wonder what kind of interactions Brother Xiao had with this proud young lady when he was learning forging from President Mu Chen, that made her so different."

Mu Xi clearly noticed her own unusual behavior and quickly raised her hand to gently brush away a few strands of golden hair that had fallen by her ear, using this action to conceal the shy emotions surging in her heart.

She cleared her throat, and her voice, which had originally carried a hint of arrogance, unconsciously softened considerably, even taking on a subtle, gentle quality. She said to Xiao Hongchen, "Junior brother, come with me. Our East Sea City Blacksmith Association members who are here to participate in the Tianhai Alliance Grand Forging Competition are going to a pre-competition pep meeting. We can't be absent."

As she spoke, her gaze couldn't help but fall on Xiao Hongchen, the affection in her eyes almost impossible to hide.

After all, Xiao Hongchen not only possessed extraordinary talent in forging, but also displayed an incredibly focused and meticulous demeanor while learning forging, a gentle yet humble attitude towards others, and an innate air of strength in every movement he made.

Xiao Hongchen's outstanding abilities, handsome appearance, and other shining qualities have unknowingly and deeply attracted Mu Xi.

For nearly a year, they have been learning forging together, discussing forging techniques, and solving problems encountered in forging together, which has created a bond that belongs only to the two of them.

That tacit understanding and familiarity had long been etched into their daily interactions.

"Okay."

Xiao Hongchen didn't think much of it, nodded slightly, and then turned to look at Huo Yuhao behind him.

Then, upon meeting Huo Yuhao's meaningful smile, he immediately understood what his brother-in-law was thinking. His lips twitched slightly, and he said helplessly, "Then I'll go out first. Yuhao, I'll be back in a while."

"Go ahead, go ahead."

Huo Yuhao waved his hand, his tone crisp and decisive, his smile deepening.

He watched Xiao Hongchen leave quickly with Mu Xi, and only when the door was gently closed did he chuckle softly.

"It seems that Brother Xiao's happiness is not far away."

Huo Yuhao looked at the closed door and muttered to himself in a cheerful mood.

His eyes were full of satisfaction. The look in Mu Xi's eyes when she looked at Xiao Hongchen just now was clearly filled with affection and shyness.

After all, it's just like in the original storyline, Mu Xi would fall for Tang Wulin, who was talented in forging, handsome, and powerful.

In terms of handsome appearance, Xiao Hongchen is in no way inferior to Tang Wulin; in terms of Soul Master strength, he is "young and promising" with profound foundation; as for forging talent, he far surpasses Tang Wulin, and can be called a genius.

With such an outstanding brother-in-law as Huo Yuhao, Mu Xi really had no reason not to fall for him.

After all, during the time Xiao Hongchen was learning forging from Mu Chen, the two of them must have spent a long time together at the East Sea City Forging Masters Association.

However, Huo Yuhao still harbored a sliver of curiosity:

Mu Xi's feelings are so obvious, but how does Xiao Hongchen really see Mu Xi?

Does he also have the same fondness for this proud and charming young lady from the East Sea City Blacksmith Association?

"That girl is quite nice."

Just as Huo Yuhao was deep in thought, pondering Xiao Hongchen's intentions, a clear yet gentle voice suddenly rang out in the room.

The Snow Emperor, who had been silently observing from within his spiritual sea without uttering a sound, slowly solidified and appeared in the room.

She sat on the edge of the bed, dressed in white, her eyes gentle, her body surrounded by a faint aura of coldness, yet she did not appear cold at all, but rather exuded a sense of warmth.

"Xue'er?"

A hint of surprise and doubt flashed in Huo Yuhao's eyes. He quickly pulled himself back to his senses and slowly walked towards Xue Di.

He gently took Xue Di's cold little hand that she had reached out to him. The familiar touch warmed his heart. He then sat down next to her on the edge of the bed, his gaze tenderly falling on her face.