Chapter 44: Chapter 44: Encountering an Old Friend in Heaven Dou, Tang Hao Returns!
The capital of the Heaven Dou Empire made Notting City seem like a mere countryside town by comparison—a completely different league.
Yet, Zhou Yi remained indifferent.
The mountain is not high, but it gains renown with the presence of a dragon.
To Zhou Yi, Heaven Dou City was just ordinary.
At present, Zhou Yi was preparing to construct his own city.
A city even grander than Heaven Dou City and the Spirit Hall's sacred Spirit City—a city he envisioned as Martial Sovereign City.
Previously, lacking the requisite strength, Zhou Yi had refrained from being too conspicuous.
Now, with his Golden Bell Shield cultivated to perfection, even if supreme Titled Douluo like Qian Daoliu or Tang Chen came, Zhou Yi was confident he could defeat them.
It was time for him to develop freely and openly.
To spread the way of martial arts across the land and consolidate the Martial Ancestor God's position, he needed a foundation of his own.
Martial Sovereign City would be precisely that—a sacred land for martial artists, meticulously planned by Zhou Yi.
In time, it would surpass Spirit City, becoming the greatest city on the Douluo Continent.
Unparalleled under heaven.
Today, Zhou Yi's journey aimed to reach the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well in the center of the Sunset Forest, conveniently passing through Heaven Dou City.
As he entered the city, an elegant, alluring silhouette appeared unbidden in his mind—a figure of such grace and refinement that it left one utterly captivated.
Tang Yuehua.
Her exquisite charm lingered deeply in Zhou Yi's thoughts.
Perhaps it was true: A wife cannot compare to a concubine, a concubine to a stolen love, and stolen love to the unattainable.
Zhou Yi strolled into the bustling heart of Heaven Dou City and stopped before a prominent five-story building.
Even in Heaven Dou City, such a tall structure was rare.
The building exuded elegance, its architecture tinged with an ancient simplicity.
A plaque hung above the entrance, inscribed with just two characters:
Moon Pavilion.
Though the number of visitors entering and exiting was modest, their refined attire and distinguished demeanor were evident—people of both genders, all exuding grace or wealth.
When it came to women, Zhou Yi had always enjoyed taking an unconventional path and providing surprises.
Thus, Zhou Yi activated his Heavenly Palace Mirage, subtly altering the awareness of those around him. To others, he became invisible—an unnoticeable presence.
He strode inside unnoticed, as if the world itself had bent to his will.
"Not bad!"
Testing his ability, Zhou Yi found the Heavenly Palace Mirage to be remarkably effective.
He passed unnoticed by maids and noble guests alike, their senses completely unaware of his presence.
The moment he entered Moon Pavilion's first floor, a light and refreshing fragrance greeted him.
A decorative screen carved from fine boxwood stood ahead, its faint woody scent mingling with the subtle aroma of two three-meter-tall exotic orchids flanking it.
"Not bad. It matches Yuehua's elegance perfectly."
Zhou Yi strolled leisurely, as though inspecting his own home, heading straight for the upper floors.
His senses had already pinpointed Tang Yuehua on the fifth floor—the topmost level.
Outside a refined and graceful loft, a stunning woman stood at the balcony railing.
She wore a silver palace gown, her figure as poised and elegant as a serene goddess.
With her delicate, serene face tinged with faint melancholy, she radiated a poignant charm that was both graceful and heart-stirring.
Her fair, slender hands rested lightly on the railing as her beautiful eyes gazed into the distance, lost in thought. Whether she admired the scenery or pondered something deeper was unclear.
Zhou Yi silently approached, his gaze lighting up. The silver gown outlined her mature, captivating figure to perfection, exuding unparalleled elegance.
Her presence radiated a soothing aura, as if capable of erasing all sorrow from the world.
As Zhou Yi basked in this calming energy, the weariness of his journey melted away, leaving him refreshed and serene.
"What are you thinking about?"
He stepped forward, embracing Tang Yuehua's supple form from behind. His voice was a soft whisper in her ear.
"Ah!"
Caught off guard, Tang Yuehua let out a startled cry. Recognizing Zhou Yi's voice, her heart eased slightly as she turned to him with a playful glare.
"What are you doing? You scared me!"
"Let go!"
Seeing Zhou Yi, Tang Yuehua's emotions swirled—surprise, delight, shyness, and indignation.
Though her position on the balcony ensured she was out of sight, it was still broad daylight, and she felt the impropriety keenly.
"What do you think I'm doing?"
Zhou Yi kissed her delicate earlobe, his warm breath brushing against her ear and neck, causing her face and neck to flush a brilliant red.
Since returning to Heaven Dou City, Tang Yuehua had been unable to banish Zhou Yi's image from her thoughts.
She could not deny that she missed him.
But their relationship was complex, difficult to define.
"Did you miss me?"
Zhou Yi leaned his head against Tang Yuehua's fragrant shoulder, his cheek pressed close to hers.
"Who would miss a scoundrel like you!"
Tang Yuehua grabbed his mischievous hand, scolding him.
"Stop that, or I'll get angry!"
"You're so heartless."
Zhou Yi sighed with mock sadness. "I've been thinking about you day and night, came all the way to Heaven Dou City to see you, and wanted to surprise you. But it seems I've been foolishly sentimental…"
"I…"
Although she knew that Zhou Yi's words about missing her day and night were a lie, what woman doesn't like sweet words? Even if she knew they weren't true.
But Zhou Yi really had come to Heaven Dou City to see her.
Thinking of this, Tang Yuehua felt a bit touched and held onto Zhou Yi's hand, not willing to let go.
Naturally, Zhou Yi took advantage of the moment.
"Not here!" Tang Yuehua quickly said.
After all, she had already… with Zhou Yi.
She didn't dislike him.
In fact, she even liked him in her heart.
"Then where should we go?"
Zhou Yi pointed to a tea table by the window in the loft.
"No!" Tang Yuehua didn't even think before refusing firmly.
What's the difference between there and here?
Of course, there might be a slight difference.
At least it was in the loft.
"Then let's stay here."
"No…"
"Mhm!"
…
Meanwhile, outside the Moon Pavilion, two imposing young men with extraordinary temperaments strode inside.
The maidservants of Moon Pavilion immediately approached, their eyes filled with respect and admiration.
These were the famous Clear Sky Twins.
Tang Xiao and Tang Hao.
The young master of the Clear Sky Clan, the future heir.
And they were both exceptionally talented.
There was no doubt that they would one day reach the rank of Titled Douluo.
"Where's Yuehua?" Tang Xiao asked.
Since Tang Yuehua had been attacked by a flower-thief in Notting City, Tang Xiao and Tang Hao had felt guilty, believing it was partly their fault.
They had been visiting Tang Yuehua from time to time.
Everyone in Yue Xuan knew them.
It was nothing like the situation in the original story where Tang Hao, bringing Tang San, was stopped at the door for not being properly dressed, which led to a dramatic sequence where Tang San showed off and recognized his family.
"The Pavilion Master is on the fifth floor, and she does not want to be disturbed," the butler said as he hurried over.
"I know. You can go now. We'll go up ourselves," Tang Xiao dismissed the butler, and he and Tang Hao made their way upstairs.
…
On the fifth floor of the loft.
"Interesting! Xiao Hao and Xiao Xiao are here again!"
Although Zhou Yi was busy, his keen observation skills allowed him to notice Tang Xiao and Tang Hao before they even entered Moon Pavilion.
"Yuehua, your brothers are here!" Zhou Yi whispered in Tang Yuehua's ear.
"What? My brothers?" Tang Yuehua's body trembled in shock, and she hurriedly said, "You need to leave…"
"Mhm!"
Before Tang Yuehua could finish speaking, Zhou Yi interrupted her and pushed her back into the room.
At this moment, Tang Xiao and Tang Hao had already reached the fifth floor and faintly heard the sound of someone crying. They gently knocked on the door and spoke softly:
"Yuehua, we've come to see you!"
"Ah… what are you doing here…? I've already rested… come back another day… mhm…"
Tang Xiao and Tang Hao frowned, sensing something was wrong.
"Yuehua, are you alright?"
"I… mhm… I'm fine… ah…"
Tang Yuehua's eyes shimmered like water as she cast a furious glance at Zhou Yi, the troublemaker, and said with difficulty, "Please leave… just leave!"
"Yuehua, what's wrong? Can you open the door?"
Tang Xiao and Tang Hao exchanged looks, feeling that Tang Yuehua seemed to be hiding something from them. They were worried she might do something reckless or even attempt suicide.
They hastily added:
"Yuehua, if you don't open the door, we'll break it down!"
No matter what, they needed to see Tang Yuehua and ensure her safety.
Tang Yuehua panicked. If they saw her like this, it would be a disaster. Desperately, she said, "Don't come in! Go downstairs and wait for me… ah…"
Hearing this, Tang Xiao and Tang Hao's concern grew, and they exchanged a glance, making up their minds.
Bang!
Without another word, they forcefully pushed open the door and rushed in!
"Ah…"
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