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Since deciding to give up the bet with Na'er and stop revolving around Tang Wulin, Gu Yue finally had time to move around freely.
In order to find out why Na'er was willing to give up her duties and mission as the ruler of the soul beasts for a human, Gu Yue began to try to experience human society like a normal person.
Although she had gone out to play with Tang Wulin and Xie Xie before.
At that time, all she could think about was winning the bet with Na'er, and she just watched everything around her with indifference.
While Tang Wulin and Xie Xie were laughing heartily at what was happening around them, she stood outside the crowd as if she were inside a transparent barrier, as if all the noise and bustle had nothing to do with her.
But now that she's starting to learn to queue like an ordinary person at crowded food stalls, chat with strangers, participate in all sorts of entertainment activities, and even cheer and shout like everyone else in the Soul Arena.
That unprecedented and novel experience stirred a strange flutter in Gu Yue's heart.
Gu Yue finally understood why the Three-Eyed Golden Lion rushed to the human world without hesitation after obtaining Huo Yuhao's memories.
And now I finally understand why Na'er was able to completely forget her identity and mission as the ruler of the soul beasts after only living in human society for a few years.
Compared to the lifeless and monotonous Star Dou Great Forest, which has remained unchanged for thousands of years, the vibrant human world is like a completely different world.
Here you'll find the lively atmosphere of everyday life, the intertwining of emotions, and the warmth that, even in the smallest things, can touch your heartstrings—all things you can't experience in the Starry Forest.
Even her main personality, the Silver Dragon King, was being gradually eroded by the comfortable and wonderful life in the human world without her realizing it.
……
After leaving the dessert shop, Su Mo wandered around outside for a while before slowly making her way back to her residence.
Just as Su Mo was about to reach her doorstep, four men in black suddenly appeared and blocked her way.
"You are……?"
Seeing the black-clad man suddenly appear and block his way, Su Mo's face flashed with a hint of doubt. He didn't remember ever provoking anyone in Donghai City.
"Young Master Su Mo, our master would like to meet with you."
Upon seeing Su Mo, the leader of the men in black spoke respectfully.
Upon hearing this, Su Mo pondered for a moment, then asked somewhat uncertainly, "Are you from the Xu family?"
Although the four men in black before them had varying levels of cultivation, they were all genuine Soul Kings.
Aside from Xu Xiaoyan's family, Su Mo couldn't think of anyone else in this small Donghai City who could have such influence.
Although Donghai City is one of the eighteen first-tier cities in the Sun and Moon Federation, this is only in terms of economics.
In terms of both quantity and quality of Soul Masters, any second-tier city in the central region could easily crush Donghai City.
"Yes!"
The leader of the men in black nodded expressionlessly, then bent down and gestured for Su Mo to proceed.
Seeing this, Su Mo got into the soul-guided car parked to the side without any hesitation. He was also very curious about the purpose of the Xu family looking for him.
As the soul-guided car slowly started and drove smoothly towards the suburbs, Su Mo, sitting in the back seat, closed his eyes to rest.
On the way to the Xu family, Su Mo secretly recalled information about the Xu family in his mind.
If I remember correctly, the current head of the Xu family is named Xu Dayan, who is Xu Xiaoyan's father, and his cultivation level is roughly at the Soul Douluo level.
The strongest member of the Xu family should be the previous patriarch, Xu Dayan's father, and Xu Xiaoyan's grandfather, Xu Xiu.
Back when Xu Xiu hadn't yet retired, he had already cultivated to the level of a Title Douluo, making him the undisputed number one powerhouse in Donghai City.
Now, thirty years have passed, and Xu Xiu's cultivation level is probably even higher than it was back then. It's not impossible for him to break through to Super Douluo.
And if I'm not mistaken, the person looking for me should be Xu Xiu.
The reason for this should be related to my chance encounter with Wu Siduo this morning.
"Let's meet first, no matter what."
Su Mo didn't mind giving the Xu and Wu families a little push to help them restore their kingdom.
The more chaotic the situation in Douluo Continent, the more advantageous it will be for him.
With that thought in mind, Su Mo stopped thinking about it and entered a meditative state.
After about half an hour, the Soul Guided Car slowly came to a stop in front of an ancient yet solemn mansion.
The mansion is surrounded by high walls, and the red tiles and white walls gleam with a calm luster in the sunlight.
The courtyard is filled with neatly trimmed green plants, and the stone path is laid out in an orderly manner, exuding a faint fragrance.
The leader of the men in black got out of the car and respectfully opened the car door for Su Mo, bowing and gesturing for him to enter. He then quickly walked towards the gate of the mansion to inform the people inside.
Su Mo pushed open the car door and got out, looking up at the scene before her.
The Xu family mansion, though not luxurious in the entire Donghai City, exudes a restrained sense of historical weight.
Hidden among the high walls, several ancient pine trees stand tall and vigorous, their gnarled branches seemingly telling tales of the passage of time.
The mansion's main gate, with its tall doors, gleamed with a calm luster in the sunlight. The guards at the entrance exuded a solemn air, their gazes sharp yet polite.
The servants moved about in the courtyard in an orderly fashion, their steps light yet quiet, every movement revealing the family's strict discipline and the etiquette they had been taught since childhood.
The stone-paved path extends into the depths, passing through an archway, where the outline of the main hall with its carved beams and painted rafters can be vaguely seen.
"So this is the Xu family of Donghai..."
Su Mo's thoughts raced, and she stepped inside unhurriedly.
As the ancient, weathered wooden gate slowly opened from the inside out, the Xu family members, who had been waiting in the hall for a long time, were already inside.
At the front of the crowd, Xu Xiaoyan and his brother Xu Xiaoyu stood on either side of a middle-aged couple.
Su Mo looked around but didn't see Wu Siduo.
"Su Mo!!!"
Upon seeing Su Mo arrive, Xu Xiaoyan, who was standing at the front of the crowd, immediately stood on tiptoe and excitedly waved to Su Mo.
If it weren't for her family being there, Su Mo estimated that Xu Xiaoyan would have rushed up immediately.
Seeing his younger sister acting like a lovesick fool, without any of the modesty expected of a girl, Xu Xiaoyu's face darkened.
Chapter 85 Arrival at the Xu Family
Before Su Mo could even speak, the middle-aged man standing next to Xu Xiaoyan greeted her with a broad smile.
"Nephew Su Mo, may I address you as such?"
The middle-aged man was dressed in a well-tailored, expensive suit. He had a very refined appearance, and his features were very similar to Xu Xiaoyan's, making people feel an irresistible sense of closeness to him.
"Of course! Uncle Xu!"
Su Mo nodded. Since Xu Dayan had adopted such a humble attitude, there was no need for her to argue with him over a matter of form of address.
Seeing that Su Mo agreed, Xu Dayan let out a hearty laugh, his eyes full of approval as he looked at Su Mo.
Although he had never met Su Mo before, Xu Dayan knew from Xu Xiaoyan's brief account that Su Mo's background was extraordinary.
He cultivated to level 32 at the age of ten, and his martial soul was an extremely rare spiritual type martial soul. All his soul rings were obtained by hunting soul beasts.
If Su Mo didn't come from a powerful, reclusive family, his reputation as a big shot would be ruined.
The times are very different now; the idea of "a poor family producing a great person" is just wishful thinking.
In an era where even the most basic Soul Rings required to become a Soul Master are controlled by others, wanting to stand out without a background is simply a pipe dream.
The reason why the successive leaders of Shrek Academy's Sea God Pavilion were recognized as the number one person in the Federation was because Shrek Academy possessed the most abundant resources on the entire continent.
Moreover, putting aside Su Mo's background, with his current cultivation level, as long as Su Mo applies to Shrek Academy, he will immediately be cultivated as a seed disciple by Shrek Academy, and becoming the next generation of Shrek Seven Devils is almost a certainty.
Xu Dayan gently patted Su Mo on the back, then turned to Xu Xiaoyan, who was already impatient, and said, "Xiaoyan, take your nephew Su Mo to find your grandfather!"
"Uh-huh!"
Upon hearing this, Xu Xiaoyan immediately darted out from the crowd and grabbed Su Mo's arm in full view of everyone, saying excitedly, "Su Mo, I'll take you to find Grandpa."
Today, Xu Xiaoyan wore a light blue dress. The skirt was light and swayed slightly with her movements, making her look as lively and lovely as a water sprite.
"Damn, this is aimed at my body."
Su Mo was initially wondering what the Xu family's purpose was in seeking her out, but upon seeing Xu Xiaoyan's overly enthusiastic manner, she immediately realized what was going on.
Although he and Xu Xiaoyan had a good relationship, it wasn't that good, especially since her parents were also present.
Seeing Xu Xiaoyan clinging affectionately to Su Mo's arm, Xu Xiaoyu, Xu Xiaoyan's older brother, turned as black as the bottom of a pot. This was a treatment that even he, as her older brother, had never received.
If it weren't for her father being there, Xu Xiaoyu would have rushed up and separated Xu Xiaoyan and Su Mo long ago.
Left with no other option, Xu Xiaoyu turned to the beautiful woman beside her, hoping her mother would step forward and reprimand Xu Xiaoyan.
But to Xu Xiaoyu's surprise, his mother was watching this scene with great interest.
Her eyes were full of affection as she looked at Su Mo; one might have thought Su Mo was her biological son.
"Mom, aren't you going to say anything?"
Unable to bear it any longer, Xu Xiaoyu muttered a complaint to her mother.
The beautiful woman waved her hand dismissively, saying, "Xiaoyu, don't worry. I think Su Mo is a good boy, and he and Xiaoyan are a perfect match."
Xu Xiaoyu seemed to realize something, her expression changed slightly, and her tone was filled with disbelief, "Mom, you and Dad wouldn't..."
"Yes!" The beautiful woman nodded. "It's exactly what you think, Xiaoyu."
"No, I disagree. Did you ask Xiaoyan's opinion?"
Xu Xiaoyu blurted it out almost subconsciously.
Upon hearing this, the beautiful woman looked at Xu Xiaoyu with disdain and said irritably, "How could I have given birth to such a stupid son like you? Does your little sister look like she disagrees?"
Seeing Xu Xiaoyan practically clinging to Su Mo, Xu Xiaoyu was speechless after being scolded and could only watch helplessly as Xu Xiaoyan led Su Mo toward her grandfather's study.
Grandpa Xu Xiaoyan's study is located at the deepest part of the Xu family home.
Normally, apart from Xu Xiaoyan who can take the initiative to visit, no one else, not even Xu Dayan, his own son, can approach him at will.
On the way to Xu Xiu's study, Su Mo looked at Xu Xiaoyan, whose face was beaming with an unusually bright smile, and asked curiously, "Xu Xiaoyan, have you seen Wu Siduo?"
Upon hearing the name Wu Siduo, Xu Xiaoyan immediately looked around suspiciously, as if she were a thief.
After making sure no one was around, Xu Xiaoyan lowered her voice and whispered, "Currently, only my grandfather, my father, and I know about Sister Wu's existence."
"No one else, including my mom, knows about Sister Wu's existence."