Douluo Continent: Naru Sacred Heart, Snow Shines Forever

After several days of recuperation, Tang San's already dark complexion finally regained some color, and he was able to use the Eight Spider Lances on his back with ease.

Every day, he focused on circulating the Mysterious Heaven Technique, gradually crushing and refining that restless, devouring desire, allowing it to flow through his meridians and integrate into his soul power.

At first, one must be constantly on guard, for a slight misstep could drag one into the abyss by greed. But as time goes on...

He gradually came to understand the nature of the Eight Spider Lances; that desire was not entirely evil.

It's more like the instinct etched into the soul bone by the human-faced demon spider. As long as it's guided by the neutral and peaceful nature of the Xuan Tian Gong, it can be transformed into an aid for tempering soul power.

By the evening of the fifth day, he was even able to sit quietly beside Ma Hongjun's fiery soul power for half an hour.

Even with the sweet aroma of Oscar's food-related soul skill lingering around his nose, he remained unfazed and showed no signs of agitation.

Seeing his increasingly composed demeanor, Master Yu Xiaogang's worry finally dissipated.

"Very good, mistress, you have crossed the most dangerous threshold."

The instinct of possessing an external soul bone is no longer your shackle, but your trump card.

Tang San nodded slightly.

He could clearly feel that the Eight Spider Lances were becoming increasingly integrated with his soul, and that devouring desire that had once terrified him...

It has now transformed into a dormant power within the body, waiting only for the right moment to unleash its astonishing brilliance.

Little did he know that, in a corner unseen by him, Xiao Wu would always secretly watch over him outside the window while he cultivated.

The eerie red in those bright eyes had long since faded, but a trace of lingering vigilance remained.

She looked at Tang San's calm profile, her unease about the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger lingering in her heart.

In the end, it was suppressed. As long as Third Brother is alright, that's all that matters.

......

A few days later, Tang San had completely stabilized his condition, and the Shrek Seven Devils' team battle training returned to normal.

The night in Soto is as noisy and fiery as fire.

Outside the Great Soul Arena, crowds thronged, cheers, soul power fluctuations, and the auras of soul masters mingled together, creating a noisy and restless atmosphere.

Tang San was leading Xiao Wu, preparing to enter the Soul Arena to participate in the team battle, when suddenly, Xiao Wu stopped in her tracks.

A fleeting sense of instinctive comfort flashed in her bright eyes, followed by a barely perceptible hint of wariness.

Its nostrils twitched slightly, as if it had caught a very pleasant scent.

It was an aura that was... pristine to the extreme, warm as the morning sun, gentle yet incredibly sacred.

Without a trace of murderous intent or evil thoughts, it was as if the purest light in the world was gently enveloping them.

Like a lost little animal that has suddenly found the warmest shelter.

“Eh…”

Xiao Wu gently broke free from Tang San's hand and involuntarily looked towards the source of the aura.

Not far away, a slightly thin figure stood quietly at the edge of the crowd.

The young man was dressed in simple white outfit, with a gentle demeanor, but his body was faintly surrounded by an almost invisible pale golden halo.

It was Chen Jieqi.

The trip to the Starry Sky Forest was cancelled before we even set off.

The Heart of the Naaru's perception told him it was too late.

The aura of the Eight Spider Lances had been completely integrated into Tang San.

His gaze fell on Xiao Wu, who was walking slowly towards him, and a knowing look flashed in his eyes.

As expected of a 100,000-year-old Soft-Boned Rabbit in human form, its perception of the surrounding special aura is so keen.

No wonder she clung to Tang San like glue as soon as she entered Notting Academy.

Aside from the fact that Tang San's cultivation level was still decent at the time, allowing him to assist her in her cultivation, the more important reason was...

Tang San was surrounded by an extremely rich and pure aura of the Blue Silver Emperor.

That was a top-tier plant-type martial soul originating from the very source of her bloodline, gentle yet powerful, which was nothing short of the most nourishing warm bed for Xiao Wu, who had only recently taken human form.

Others might assume it was just youthful affinity, but only Chen Jieqi knew that from the very beginning, this closeness was marked by the instinctive attraction of a 100,000-year-old soul beast to top-tier life energy.

Xiao Wu's eyes lit up, and almost instinctively, she quickly walked towards him.

"Xiao Wu?"

Tang San frowned and immediately followed.

Tang San silently activated the Mysterious Heaven Skill and instantly sensed the exceptionally pure, almost divine, soul power fluctuation emanating from Chen Jieqi.

It is by no means something that an ordinary Soul Master possesses.

What alarmed him even more was Xiao Wu's reaction!

Xiao Wu would never be so proactive with strangers, let alone approach them without any precautions.

But at this moment, Xiao Wu had already stood in front of Chen Jieqi, tilting her little face up, her eyes full of curiosity.

"You feel so good!"

The comfortable aura that greeted her helped her suppress the vigilance that a 100,000-year-old soul beast should have.

She even subconsciously wanted to get closer, and even closer.

Tang San's expression darkened slightly. He stepped to the side, directly blocking Xiao Wu and Chen Jieqi, and assumed a starting stance.

"Who are you?"

His tone wasn't harsh, but it carried an undisguised wariness.

The Purple Demon Eye scrutinized Chen Jieqi repeatedly; this man's soul power was unfathomable.

Xiao Wu's closeness to him was too abnormal.

Xiao Wu immediately became unhappy and gently pushed Tang San away.

"Third Brother, what are you doing? He didn't mean any harm!"

She genuinely felt at ease with Chen Jieqi's aura.

I feel so at ease... just as relaxed as when I'm with my third brother.

Tang San frowned even more deeply; he had intended to remain calm.

A hint of red appeared in his eyes, and his breathing became heavier, but he quickly suppressed it with the Xuan Tian Gong.

Chen Jieqi observed the two of them without making a sound, glancing at Tang San beside him, and immediately caught the fleeting ferocity in the other's eyes.

They were indeed born with a murderous nature.

Xiao Wu was merely showing him a bit of affection.

Even before it could be considered clear goodwill, Tang San had already begun to feel wary and hostile towards her.

Yet, he maintained a facade of calm, desperately concealing the murderous glint in his eyes.

He was clearly afraid that Xiao Wu would see him and ruin his usual gentle and harmless image.

Chen Jieqi remained expressionless, only offering a gentle smile, his holy light completely concealed.

He then slightly cupped his hands in a respectful gesture, his voice calm and steady.

"My name is Chen Jieqi. I am passing through Soto City and would like to visit the Soul Arena to see what it's like."

"I didn't mean to disturb you; it's just that my martial soul is inherently special, not intentional."

His tone was frank, his gaze resolute, and his aura of holy light was controlled with ease, without a trace of arrogance or hostility.

Tang San remained silent for a moment, his Purple Demon Eyes still scrutinizing him.

He was certain,

This person had no murderous aura and his eyes were open and honest, unlike someone with evil intentions.

But the more this was the case, the more he felt... that it was not simple.

Xiao Wu, however, had completely let her guard down and moved closer, her eyes even curving into slits.

"My name is Xiao Wu, which means 'dance'!"

Are you also going to join the Soul Battle?

Do you want to come with us?

You feel so warm and comfortable~

Tang San: "..."

At a delicate moment,

The shouts of Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun could be heard from not far away.

It was clearly a call for Tang San and Xiao Wu to rejoin the team and prepare for a team battle.

Chen Jieqi gently patted Xiao Wu's hand, his tone gentle yet subtly creating distance between them.

They quietly found an excuse.

"Xiao Wu, your friends are calling you."

Go on,

Don't dampen everyone's fighting spirit.

He deliberately acted frankly and considerately, leaving Xiao Wu with a gentle and harmless impression.

Then, in front of Tang San, he put on an attitude of having no ulterior motives and calmly yielding.

Xiao Wu was still a little reluctant to leave, hesitated for a moment, but ultimately did not linger any longer.

He simply waved to him and then turned and walked towards the Shrek group.

Tang San gave Chen Jieqi a deep look, said nothing more, and followed Xiao Wu's footsteps.

As he turned around, the eight spider spears on his back trembled very slightly.

But he dismissed it as a mere illusion caused by the friction of his clothes and paid no attention.

Chen Jieqi stood still, calmly watching the two leave.

He noticed a slight bulge beneath Tang San's clothing on his back.

A faint smile played at the corners of his lips, unnoticed by anyone.

The Eight Spider Lances... are complete.

That's good.