37: Chapter 37 Elemental City, Heart Wavering

Two hours later.

The three arrived at Element City, and the flow of Spirit Masters at the city gate was endless.

Most of these Spirit Masters were dressed in the attire of various Element Academies.

Before even entering the city, Ji Xuan could already sense the active elemental energy in the air.

Feng Xiaotian introduced, "Brother Ji, this is Element City."

Ji Xuan nodded slightly and replied, "Brother Feng, then let us enter."

Immediately, the three walked into the city. Gold Crocodile Douluo wore a black hood and followed silently behind, like an ordinary old man.

Feng Xiaotian did not ask much about the identity of Gold Crocodile Douluo, assuming he was just Ji Xuan's servant.

Walking through the city gate, shops lined both sides of the wide street.

Most of what was being sold were supplies for Spirit Master Cultivation.

After the three passed through a bustling street, Feng Xiaotian, who was walking in front, suddenly stopped and stared intently into the distance.

Ji Xuan followed Feng Xiaotian's gaze.

He saw a young girl and a young man walking side by side in the distance.

The girl had fair skin and an excellent appearance, but what was most eye-catching was her long, bright fiery-red hair.

She wore a fiery-red dress that perfectly outlined her graceful curves, making her look like a blooming flame rose, exuding a scorching aura.

The man beside the girl had a resolute face and a sturdy build, with brows somewhat similar to the girl's.

He wore a simple red martial outfit, his sturdy frame with well-defined muscle lines giving people a sense of stability and reliability.

Just then, Feng Xiaotian, who was in front, immediately stepped forward quickly, his face filled with an enthusiastic smile, his tone tinged with ingratiation:

"Little Sister Huo Wu, what a coincidence! I didn't expect to meet you here."

That young man and woman were none other than the siblings Huo Wushuang and Huo Wu from Blazing Academy.

Huo Wu stopped, glanced at Feng Xiaotian, frowned slightly, and said with obvious impatience in her tone, "Feng Xiaotian, why is it you again? Do you have something to say?"

"No... nothing, Little Sister Huo Wu, I just came over to say hello." Feng Xiaotian scratched his head and smiled sheepishly.

Huo Wu impatiently waved her hand, "If there's nothing, then move aside. I still need to go shopping!"

"Brother, let's go."

As she spoke, she grabbed Huo Wushuang's arm and, without even looking at Feng Xiaotian, walked past him quickly.

Before leaving, Huo Wushuang cast an apologetic glance at Feng Xiaotian, then obediently let his sister Huo Wu pull him away.

Feng Xiaotian turned to watch their retreating figures, the smile on his face instantly freezing.

He slowly lowered his hand, standing in place with a slightly dejected mood.

He didn't know how many times this scene had played out over the years.

No matter how he tried to please Huo Wu, her attitude toward him remained cold.

In the distance, Ji Xuan gave a helpless smile in his heart... This Continent of Love really lived up to its reputation; it was filled with love-struck fools and simps everywhere.

Ji Xuan did not step forward either, but stood quietly in place.

After a good while.

Feng Xiaotian finally managed to adjust his emotions and returned to Ji Xuan's side, smiling awkwardly, "Brother Ji, I've made a fool of myself."

Ji Xuan feigned ignorance and asked, "Brother Feng, who was that young lady just now?"

"She is Huo Wu from Blazing Academy, and the one beside her is her brother, Huo Wushuang."

Ji Xuan deliberately revealed a meaningful smile and said, "Brother Feng, do you like that young lady, Huo Wu?"

Feng Xiaotian was stunned; he hadn't expected Ji Xuan to see through it at a glance.

After a moment of silence, he sighed, his tone filled with deep helplessness:

"That's right, I have been pursuing Little Sister Huo Wu for several years. I have tried every possible way to please her, but... every time she sees me, she is very impatient with me, and is not even willing to look at me more than once."

Ji Xuan watched him quietly, and only after Feng Xiaotian finished speaking did he slowly say, "Perhaps your method of pursuit is wrong."

Feng Xiaotian was stunned, "What do you mean?"

"That young lady Huo Wu has a fiery personality; she should prefer someone stronger than her, not someone like you who is servile and only knows how to blindly please others."

"Re... really?"

"Think about how you looked just now." Ji Xuan continued mercilessly, "With a face full of smiles, even speaking in an ingratiating tone, how could someone like you possibly win her affection?"

Feng Xiaotian fell silent...

He recalled every encounter with Huo Wu over the past few years, and it was indeed as Ji Xuan said. He was always overly enthusiastic and overly humble, as if he felt that any glance she deigned to give him was a great favor.

"Remember." Ji Xuan patted Feng Xiaotian's shoulder and sighed lightly, "A true powerhouse should make the one they admire look up to them, not look down on them."

"What you need to do now is not to continue pestering her, but to improve yourself and become excellent enough. When you stand in a high enough place, you will naturally attract her gaze."

Ji Xuan paused, smiled mysteriously, and said, "Trust me, as long as you can defeat her with your strength, she will change her attitude toward you."

Feng Xiaotian stood in place, hesitating for a long time; his heart began to waver.

Ji Xuan looked at his conflicted expression and said calmly, "Since things are a failure as they are now anyway, why not try the method I suggested? The worst outcome would just be the same as it is now."

This sentence seemed to wake Feng Xiaotian up.

That's right, the worst outcome is just like this.

What if it actually succeeds!

Feng Xiaotian took a deep breath and finally made up his mind.

"I understand." Feng Xiaotian finally nodded heavily, though there was still some trepidation in his heart, "Then... then let's give it a try."

"Very good." Ji Xuan nodded with satisfaction and changed the subject, "Now, let us go to Shenfeng Academy first."

"Mm, follow me." Feng Xiaotian nodded and gathered his thoughts.

The three walked toward the east of the city, where Shenfeng Academy was located.

Feng Xiaotian walked while introducing the scenery along the way to Ji Xuan, but he was clearly somewhat absent-minded.

His gaze drifted toward the direction of Blazing Academy from time to time, clearly still worried about whether his decision was correct.

The corners of Ji Xuan's mouth lifted slightly; he knew that from this moment on, Feng Xiaotian would embark on a brand-new path.

And this path would eventually lead him to become a true powerhouse.

On the way, Ji Xuan asked casually, "Brother Feng, is there any exchange competition between your five major academies?"

"Of course." Feng Xiaotian nodded, "An inter-academy sparring tournament is held every month, and the next competition is in ten days."

"Then this is an opportunity for you to prove your strength to Huo Wu. You must seize it well."

Feng Xiaotian nodded knowingly, a trace of Battle Intent igniting in his eyes, but it was quickly replaced by worry.

He was already imagining what expression would appear on Huo Wu's face when he displayed his full strength and defeated her on the competition field.

Would it be surprise? Would she still not look at him? Or would she truly change her opinion of him...