Similar sounds echoed almost throughout the entire Entertainment Street.

Those who could place bets were all avid gamblers and naturally wouldn't miss such a large-scale event as the Gambling Competition.

At this moment, a person in a black robe took it all in silently and quietly slipped away from the crowd to a secluded corner.

Under the sunlight, the person in the black robe revealed a slightly pale face, yet her appearance was quite beautiful.

If Chu Chen and Zhang Yuyan were here, they would definitely recognize this person.

"I never expected that in just a few months, a nobody would have grown to such an extent. It seems he has many secrets on him; I was somewhat negligent back then."

Soon after, another person in a black robe approached.

He waved to the woman and said, "Hall Master Leng, let's go. The Sect Leader has been waiting for a long time."

Upon hearing this, the woman didn't say anything; she simply nodded and followed the man off into the alleyways.

At this time, Chu Chen and Dong Hanyang also walked out of the Gambling Egg Pavilion one after another.

Seeing this, Lu Hongfei and the others immediately came up to greet them.

"Brother Chen, your luck is incredible! To reach the top fifty, but you shouldn't have agreed to their bet. It's obvious they were provoking you," Wang Lu said excitedly.

Chu Chen smiled and replied, "If you can tell it's a provocation, don't you think I can see it?"

Wang Lu was taken aback by his words, then pretended to be angry, saying, "What do you mean by that? That's too much!"

Chu Chen just ignored him.

After Wang Lu complained for a while, he asked in a low voice, "Brother Chen, do you have a way to deal with them?"

"Of course."

"Tell me quickly."

"The wise have their own ways and won't easily share them."

"Fine, don't say anything, just spout useless stuff."

The group chatted as they walked, eventually having a meal on the Food Street before returning to the villa.

Everyone sat in the living room, eating snacks and watching television shows.

At this moment, Zhang Yuyan nudged Chu Chen's arm and said, "I'm planning to head to the frontline tomorrow, so I won't be able to watch your competition tomorrow."

Chu Chen was a little surprised by this and said, "Leaving tomorrow?"

Zhang Yuyan nodded and said, "The route to the frontline is somewhat long; it takes four days of travel."

"Then won't you be late for the training camp?"

"It's okay; I've already informed Hall Master Long."

Everyone was a bit surprised to hear this, but no one tried to persuade her to stay, as she was going to reunite with her family.

Chu Chen was silent for a moment before asking in a low voice, "Will someone be escorting you on the way?"

Zhang Yuyan replied softly, "Yes, Hall Master Long has arranged everything."

"Then let me help you pack your things."

Zhang Yuyan was a bit taken aback by this, but she still nodded.

After the two left, Wang Lu asked curiously, "What's there to pack? Aren't all the things stored in the Spatial Ring?"

Lu Hongfei slapped him on the head and said, "Watch your TV, you blockhead."

Wang Lu held his head, looking aggrievedly at the TV, muttering something under his breath.

Lu Hongfei sighed helplessly.

By this time, Chu Chen had already entered Zhang Yuyan's room.

The room was neatly organized, with nothing but the bedding on the bed.

Zhang Yuyan was set to leave early the next morning, and her luggage was already packed.

Chu Chen scratched his head awkwardly when he saw this, then took out some pre-prepared items from the Spatial Ring and said, "This is for you to eat on the road, this one is for entertainment if you get bored during the journey, and this one is to wear if you feel cold. Oh, right, I checked online, the frontline is very dangerous, so take these Star Treasure Bullets, also take these Healing Pills, and this too..."

Zhang Yuyan watched as Chu Chen clumsily took out item after item from the Spatial Ring, and her eyes couldn't help but moisten.

She gently wiped away the tears at the corners of her eyes and said with a smile, "Are you silly? I can't use all these things, I'll be back in just a few days."

Chu Chen scratched his head awkwardly and said, "I heard a few days ago that you were going to the frontline, so I bought some things. It's not much, take them all."

Zhang Yuyan smiled and said, "Alright, I'll take them all."

After Zhang Yuyan packed all the items.

Chu Chen lightly coughed and said, "Everything is packed, so I'll leave first." After speaking, he was about to turn and leave.

At this moment, Zhang Yuyan grabbed his hand and said, "Why don't you accompany me for a stroll?"

Chu Chen nodded quickly after hearing this and said, "Sure, I've never really explored Cyan Dragon Academy since I arrived."

When the two descended from the second floor, they found the living room empty, but the TV was still on, indicating someone had just left.

Without giving it much thought, they pushed the door open and went out.

Once they walked some distance, Wang Lu and the others emerged from a room on the first floor.

"I told you, my room is very tidy, but you refused to believe me. Now you should believe it."

Lu Hongfei and the others exchanged a glance, then burst into laughter.

"We believe you. You usually look sloppy, but surprisingly, your room is quite clean."

By this time, Chu Chen and Zhang Yuyan were already strolling on the playground.

The start of Cyan Dragon Academy's term was not far off, and many students were returning to campus.

There were many couples walking on the playground, so their presence didn't draw any attention.

The two walked and chatted, with Zhang Yuyan's cheerful laughter ringing out now and then.

"Oh! There are swings over there, let's go sit for a bit," Zhang Yuyan suggested, pointing into the distance.

Chu Chen followed her finger's direction.

Not far off, there was a circular artificial lake with many swings around its edge.

Zhang Yuyan sat on a swing, recounting memories of swings from her childhood.

She wore a white dress, the hem gently swaying with the wind, her long, dark, shiny hair falling like a waterfall over her shoulders. Her delicate features seemed finely sculpted, her eyes clear as lake water, sparkling with lively light.

To Chu Chen, it seemed like an exquisite painting unfolded before him, leaving him momentarily dazed.

Somehow, this young girl had found a place in his heart. In the past, with his humble status, he could only bury these feelings deep, not daring to think or reach out. Now, being a disciple of the Hall Master, gave him some confidence.

As Chu Chen was entranced by Zhang Yuyan,

She seemed to notice something too. Her cheeks flushed slightly as she softly called to Chu Chen, "Could you help push the swing?"

Chu Chen snapped back to reality at her words, his face reddened as he hurriedly agreed.

He looked at the girl's fair neck and straight back, feeling a bit flustered.

Noticing she blushed while reminding him to push, he gently gave the swing a push.

The girl felt the warmth of his hand, her cheeks flushing even more.

Neither spoke further, quietly sensing each other's warmth.

In that moment, their hearts seemed to be strung together by an invisible arrow.

A girl in a blue dress was recording this beautiful scene with her drawing board.

The starlight projected onto the lake, the fish surfacing for air creating ripples on the tranquil surface.

This scene seemed to mirror their hearts; outwardly calm, yet inside, ripples had long been stirred.

Chu Chen felt the softness from Zhang Yuyan's back, yet words eluded him.

Their silence seemed to make the space around them grow heavy.

The girl appeared to wait for the boy to speak, but he hesitated, cautious to open his heart.

Just then, a voice like heavenly music broke the silence.

At least in that moment, it was indeed heavenly music.

"Here's a gift for you two, hoping you can stay true to yourselves." With that, the girl in the blue dress handed over a piece of paper.

Surprised, they exchanged looks but understood each other without words, accepting the blessing.

It was a painting, depicting a boy pushing a girl on a swing, her face flushed and smiling, while the boy watched over her. Before the swing lay a lake, with starlight scattered upon it.

Chu Chen handed the painting to Zhang Yuyan, saying, "I will always protect you, just like in the painting."

Zhang Yuyan took the painting with a sweet smile, then quickly turned and ran away like an escape.

Chu Chen watched her running figure from afar, disappointment on his face.

Suddenly, Zhang Yuyan turned around, waving the painting and shouted, "Don't forget your promise."

Chu Chen came back to his senses at her words, smiling, he shouted back, "I will keep my promise." With that, he chased after the girl.

Both of them wished this moment could last forever.

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