"Absolutely marvelous..."
Tang Luochuan froze momentarily upon hearing this phrase—it sounded rather peculiar. However, judging by Xiao Yan's expression, she didn't seem to mind it at all.
"Mmm..."
Xu Xiaoyan clearly hadn't noticed the oddity either. At the same time, she closed her eyes and began slowly absorbing the surrounding energy.
As the energy enveloped her, stars flickered one after another across her body.
"Absorb it well."
Tang Luochuan nodded in approval, focusing his sensory abilities on the sky while deep in thought.
In an instant, the remaining massive surge of energy rushed toward him. It was evident that although Xu Xiaoyan had absorbed a considerable amount, what remained—far beyond her capacity—was still substantial.
And as the inheritor of the Dragon God Bloodline...
Was it really so unreasonable for him to possess just a trace of Star Power?
"..."
Below the stage, Li Zhilong wore a contemplative expression, lost in deep thought. Regardless of how the girl named Ye Xinglan had performed...
The affinity Tang Luochuan and Xu Xiaoyan displayed toward the stars was simply too outrageous!
And their absorption speed...
"..."
At this moment, the young members of the Tianding Battle Team wore equally bewildered expressions, with Wu Jibo being the most stunned—his jaw practically on the floor.
Watching the three of them absorb the stellar energy at an increasingly rapid pace, as if the energy itself was eagerly rushing toward them, he couldn't comprehend it. Yet, he was utterly awestruck. Was this really the same proud and aloof stellar energy?
Back when he had tried absorbing it, it had taken him a whole month to gather what these three had just absorbed in one go. How was this fair?
"Such prodigies..."
"It's just a shame they aren't students of our academy..."
Li Zhilong couldn't help but sigh. But then again, he reconsidered—perhaps such top-tier geniuses truly belonged at Shrek Academy.
And if they ever wished to use the Star Observation Platform...
The gates of Tianding Sky Soul Master Academy would forever remain open to these three!
"..."
"Star Power..."
"Luo Chuan also has Star Power?"
Beside him, Gu Yue was equally silent, her gaze fixed on Tang Luochuan, filled with confusion.
Star Power wasn't unheard of among dragonkind. The lineage of the Stellar Dragon King had once been among the strongest, second only to the Nine Dragon Kings. But... how did Luo Chuan have it too?
Not to mention the sheer intensity of his resonance with the stars—each pulse of energy practically throwing itself at him to be absorbed. It was as if his affinity surpassed even that of the Stellar Dragon King by an immeasurable degree.
Was this really normal?
"I'll have to question him properly when we get back."
Gu Yue mused silently. As the Silver Dragon King, renowned for her wisdom, she knew it wasn't right to remain ignorant like this. But...
What was wrong with asking Luo Chuan about it?
There was absolutely no issue with that, right?
"It seems we won't have to wait long before they finish absorbing everything."
Li Zhilong spoke up, and hearing this, the others nearby nodded in agreement. At this rate...
The energy they were channeling would likely be fully absorbed in no time.
Sure enough, it wasn't long before, under everyone's watchful eyes, the three gradually stopped. The first to finish was Tang Luochuan, his expression calm and unchanged from before.
He hadn't increased his level, nor had he improved the quality of his Martial Soul, but all the energy he absorbed wasn't wasted—it was entirely preserved within his Soul Power.
Star Power would also become one of his methods. Having stellar affinity was merely the first step; utilizing and mastering the stars was his true intention.
"With this energy..."
"I can craft some powerful moves by hand in the future."
A smile played on Tang Luochuan's lips as he silently contemplated. The Dragon God Bloodline possessor crafting a Holy Spirit Magic Flash by hand...
No problem, right?
Next was Ye Xinglan. In this short period, although her Martial Soul's quality hadn't undergone a qualitative change, her cultivation had directly risen by one level, bringing her a step closer to becoming a Soul King.
And finally, it was Xu Xiaoyan, holding a peculiar staff in her hand. Compared to before, the staff had shed its icy-blue hue, transforming into a bright golden color shimmering with starlight.
"Xiao Yan, how is it?"
Looking at her, Tang Luochuan's face showed pleasant surprise. Clearly, her Martial Soul had evolved.
"Luo Chuan, everyone, my Martial Soul has evolved. It's now—"
"The Holy Spirit Star Staff."
Xu Xiaoyan said sweetly with a smile.
As she spoke, she waved the staff in her hand, and three Soul Rings appeared around her. In terms of Soul Power, she had grown rapidly, directly breaking through to level 38...
"Holy Spirit Star Staff..."
Hearing this name, everyone's eyes held a trace of astonishment. After all, by any measure, her Martial Soul had completely surpassed the Star Wheel Ice Staff.
"Congratulations, Xiao Yan."
At this moment, Gu Yue and the others also smiled and congratulated her. With such a fortuitous encounter, her talent had undoubtedly undergone a qualitative leap.
"Thank you, Gu Yue. But..."
Xu Xiaoyan smiled softly, but soon her gaze quietly turned toward Tang Luochuan.
"Luo Chuan, can you come with me for a moment?"
Her smile was sweet, yet tinged with nervousness.
Gu Yue's smile gradually faded, but she calmly stepped aside without objection. After all...
This was something Luo Chuan was bound to experience, something she had to experience, and something...
the other party needed to experience.
"Hmm? Sure."
Tang Luochuan looked puzzled but nodded in agreement. As he spoke, he followed her toward another direction.
The small grove at the Celestial Destiny Star Academy.
"Luo Chuan..."
Xu Xiaoyan's gaze lingered on him, her eyes slightly dazed. At this moment, the person standing under the same starry sky as her would forever remain unforgettable in her memory.
"What is it, Xiao Yan?"
Tang Luochuan's expression was calm as he spoke softly.
"Nothing..."
"Just... thank you for bringing me here and giving me this opportunity."
Xu Xiaoyan opened her mouth, clearly wanting to say something, but ultimately shook her head and giggled.
"Not at all, it's all thanks to your own talent."
Tang Luochuan chuckled and shook his head. But Xu Xiaoyan didn't respond, only gazing at him deeply. She wasn't foolish—without Luo Chuan's guidance...
she couldn't have improved this much.
"Luo Chuan, you and Gu Yue... were you together before?"
A faint smile appeared on her face as she asked casually, though even then, a trace of melancholy lingered in her eyes.
She already knew the answer would be yes.
But she...
Truly didn't want to hear that confirmation.
"Yes."
Tang Luochuan smiled softly and responded lightly.
"We're already together."
He said it with utmost sincerity.
Hearing this, a certain girl hiding in the distant grass finally let go of the tension in her heart.
"Hmph..."
"That's more like it. Now I can rest easy!"
A bright smile bloomed on the young girl's face, her heart as sweet as if she had tasted honey. With that thought, her figure vanished in an instant.
Before leaving, her gaze inadvertently swept over Xu Xiaoyan and... the patches of grass to the east and west where Wu Siduo and Ye Xinglan's suspended hearts sank into silence.
Similarly, Xu Xiaoyan finally let out a long sigh before nodding despondently. As expected... as expected.
Long ago, when Luo Chuan had left a deep impression on her heart, one thought had already solidified in her mind—that he would undoubtedly end up with Gu Yue-jie.
And now, the goddess of miracles had clearly not favored her.
"Before this, Gu Yue, Na'er, and I were already together."
However, Tang Luochuan's next words instantly stunned Xu Xiaoyan.
You...
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