Chapter 15: Ye Xingyue.
Seeing this, Ye Lingling quickly walked to Dugu Yan's side.
"Yanzi, how are you feeling?"
Dugu Yan moved her wrists, feeling the newly added soul power within her body.
The power of the third spirit ring flowed slowly through the meridians, becoming much stronger than before.
"That's good, my soul power has reached level thirty-one."
She turned around and walked towards Ye Xuanming.
The danger she had just faced left her shaken; if it weren't for the young man's intervention, she would probably be...
"Ye Xuanming, thank you so much for what you did earlier."
Dugu Yan walked up to Ye Xuanming. This time, she did not lower her head but looked directly into his eyes.
Upon closer inspection, she discovered that the boy who had saved her was quite handsome.
With delicate features and a hint of blue in her black hair, she appeared smaller than herself, but her calm demeanor made people feel very safe.
"It was nothing," Ye Xuanming replied casually.
He noticed that Dugu Yan's face had turned red again, and he sighed inwardly once more, realizing that the "hero saves the beauty" tactic was incredibly effective.
Ye Lingling observed the interaction between the two from the side, feeling somewhat puzzled.
Based on her understanding of Dugu Yan, she usually ignored boys, and even Yu Tianheng from the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex family was not given any face by Dugu Yan.
But now...
Ye Lingling's gaze lingered on Ye Xuanming.
"Your martial soul is very special."
Ye Lingling spoke up, because she was really curious.
"I have never felt that vitality from any other Soul Master before. Even my Nine Heart Begonia is not as rich in vitality as your Martial Soul."
Indeed, this is true; even the sacrifice of the Blue Silver Emperor Ah Yin could produce seeds, but the Nine Heart Begonia could not be reborn.
Ye Xuanming glanced at her, a slight smile playing on his lips. "My mutated martial soul is somewhat special."
"Mutated Blue Silver Grass..." Ye Lingling seemed to be deep in thought.
She had seen many plant-type martial souls, but she had never heard of a Blue Silver Grass martial soul like Ye Xuanming's.
Listening to their conversation, Dugu Yan became even more certain that this young man named Ye Xuanming was definitely a genius.
"Ye Xuanming, are you interested in coming to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy?"
Dugu Yan suddenly extended an invitation.
"With your talent, you'll definitely receive better training at the academy. And..."
She paused, her cheeks slightly flushed.
"And we can meet often."
Ye Xuanming pretended to be thinking and slowly opened his mouth:
"I've heard that the Heaven Dou Royal Academy requires noble status to enter, but I am not a noble."
"It's alright, I'll take care of it for you!"
Dugu Yan immediately patted her chest and guaranteed it.
"My grandfather is Poison Douluo Dugu Bo. You should know his status in the Heaven Dou Empire. Recommending someone for the academy shouldn't be a problem."
Ye Lingling nodded in agreement.
"I can help too; the academy will give me face."
Her voice remained calm, but the goodwill in her words was evident.
Ye Xuanming's heart stirred.
It seems that this opportunity has come even more smoothly than I had anticipated.
"Xuanming, training at the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy will definitely be twice as effective with half the effort."
Ah Yin spoke from within the sea of consciousness.
Her voice was much calmer than before; now she could only focus on assisting Ye Xuanming.
Looking at the expectant expressions on the two girls' faces, Ye Xuanming secretly made his own plans.
Since the future plans for the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well will involve dealings with the Dugu family anyway, it's better to start building good relations now.
Although being a kept man isn't my style, it would be wonderful if I could actually have a taste of it.
"Then I'll have to trouble you."
Ye Xuanming nodded in agreement.
Upon hearing this, Dugu Yan's face instantly broke into a bright smile.
"Great! With you joining us, our Royal Fighting Team's strength will be elevated to another level!"
Although Ye Lingling's face was veiled, her slightly upturned eyes revealed that she was also very happy.
The three packed their things and began their return to Tiandou City.
On the way, Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling also learned that Ye Xuanming was all alone and had no family.
Upon hearing this news, Dugu Yan felt a surge of pity.
"Ye Xuanming, you saved me, so please don't call me Miss Dugu anymore. Just call me Sister Yanzi or Yanzi."
Dugu Yan took the initiative to close the distance.
"Yanzi."
Ye Xuanming readily changed his form of address.
Dugu Yan felt a surge of joy upon hearing the word "Yanzi".
She thought for a moment, then spoke again.
"Why don't you stay at my house? My house is quite big."
Ye Lingling shook her head beside her.
"Yanzi, your grandfather won't agree, will he?"
Dugu Yan was speechless for a moment.
Indeed, my grandfather was very wary of outsiders, especially men.
"Why don't you stay at my house?"
Ye Lingling took the initiative to speak.
"It's just my mother and me at home, so it's quite quiet."
"Won't your mother mind?"
Ye Xuanming asked.
"No, Mother is a very good person. And..."
Ye Lingling's voice softened, and a blush appeared on her face beneath the veil.
"She often says I'm too withdrawn and hopes I can make more friends."
Dugu Yan chimed in from the side.
"Aunt Ye is indeed very gentle. She raised Lingling by herself since she was a child."
Where is your father?
Ye Xuanming asked casually.
Ye Lingling's body stiffened slightly, and her voice became even more hollow.
"He has passed away."
The atmosphere suddenly became heavy.
Ye Xuanming secretly regretted asking a question he shouldn't have.
"Feel sorry."
"It's okay, it's all in the past."
Ye Lingling said softly.
However, the disappointment in his eyes was undeniable.
Dugu Yan walked to Ye Lingling's side and gently patted her shoulder.
The three chatted all the way and soon arrived outside Tiandou City.
By this time, it was completely dark, and several soul-guiding lamps were lit at the city gate, illuminating the surroundings.
"It's so late, Yanzi, are you still going home?" Ye Lingling asked.
"I'm not going back. I'll just stay at your place tonight. I often stay at your place anyway, and Aunt Ye is used to it."
Dugu Yan waved her hand dismissively.
"Okay, let's go to my house first."
After the three entered the city, Ye Lingling led them towards the east of the city.
Ye Lingling's home is located in a quiet neighborhood in Tiandou City, and is a typical two-courtyard house.
The yard wasn't big, but it was very clean, and all the flowers and plants were neatly trimmed.
"Mother, I'm back."
Ye Lingling pushed open the courtyard gate and called out into the house.
Soon, a tall woman came out of the house.
The woman appeared to be in her early thirties, with delicate features and a gentle demeanor.
She wore a light blue long dress, her long hair was styled into an elegant updo, and she exuded the charm of a mature woman.
This is Ye Lingling's mother, Ye Xingyue.
When Ye Xingyue saw that Dugu Yan and a little boy were following behind Ye Lingling, a gentle smile appeared on her face.
"Yanzi is here too? And who is this handsome young man...?"
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