Chapter 18 Make up your mind
"Master, miss."

The middle-aged man in a tuxedo leaned forward and opened the car door for the two.

"Thank you."

They both boarded the car gracefully.

Just like that, the driver who had been left on the roadside for several hours finally started the engine.

(Thanks to the space ring, otherwise I would have to put all the things in the bags for them. The space ring is such a great invention!) The driver exclaimed.

The vehicle smoothly drove away from the roadside and moved along the wide highway.

Although the Xingluo Empire is not as good as the Douluo Federation, it has its own accumulation and foundation of tens of thousands of years. Especially the emperors in recent years, because the voices of external expansion within the Douluo Federation have become louder and louder, they have been more diligent in government affairs and worked hard to govern in order to protect themselves in future wars.

Its soul guidance technology and infrastructure construction are also developing rapidly under such a background.

However, its urbanization rate is still far lower than that of the Douluo Federation.

The expressway is lined with lush green trees, as if setting a verdant border for the lane. The mountains in the distance are overlapping and lush, like a landscape painting with rich colors.

The car speed gradually increased, and the scenery outside the window switched rapidly like a movie camera. Golden wheat fields flashed by, like a vast ocean, with waves of wheat rising and falling with the wind, creating ripples. Occasionally, green rice fields appeared in front of us, like pieces of emeralds inlaid on the earth, intoxicating.

The villages beside the highway are scattered with farmhouses, exuding a strong rural atmosphere. The white walls and black tiles are unique, as if telling an ancient story. Next to the village, the orchards and vegetable gardens are mouth-watering, with all kinds of fruits hanging on the branches, exuding an alluring aroma.

Chen Yan and Gu Yuena were enjoying the beautiful scenery while chatting casually. But at a certain moment in the middle of the journey, Gu Yuena suddenly felt a familiar call from afar!

It seems vague and sad, but it is also hope and desire.

This is... Gu Yuena’s eyes suddenly widened, and then she turned to look at Chen Yan as if she remembered something.

Is this what he's here for?

Gu Yuena looked at Chen Yan with complicated eyes. She didn't care why Chen Yan knew all this, just like when they just met and in the past, Gu Yuena keenly felt that Chen Yan knew something, but she didn't ask.

Just like back then, although he was born mysterious, it was enough to know that they were friends.

She couldn't help but think of what the man who was lying there with a dignified appearance but didn't care about his image said: It is enough to have one true friend in life. I have three taels of wealth and would like to share prosperity with you.

"What's wrong?" Seeing Gu Yuena's sudden surprised expression, Chen Yan felt that she should have felt the Dragon Valley, but what was her expression afterwards? Did she suddenly think of something?

"fine."

She shook her head, hiding the surprise and reminiscence in her eyes, looked at Chen Yan meaningfully, and smiled faintly.

Soon, they arrived at the gate of Xingluo City. The vehicle slowly approached the gate of Xingluo City. The city wall was tall and majestic, and various soul-guided weapons were arranged on it to protect the capital.

The city gate was heavily guarded, with soldiers standing in neat rows, looking straight ahead, and strictly checking every person and vehicle entering the city. However, when they saw the luxury car coming, the soldiers immediately saluted and gave the green light for the vehicle.

Entering the city, the streets were filled with bustling crowds of people.

The architectural style and clothing of the pedestrians on both sides of the street seem to be separated from Douluo Continent by an era.

Gu Yuena's purple eyes flickered, and she opened her red lips slightly: "Do you want to go shopping?" Still shopping? Chen Yan's mouth twitched.

"Forget it, I don't have anything to buy."

As soon as Chen Yan finished speaking, a trace of disappointment flashed across Gu Yuena's eyes. She sighed softly, as if she was a little regretful about Chen Yan's answer.

Uh... Is it obvious that you are doing this? Why do I feel like, "If my brother has this attitude, it would be better for him to just ignore me, so that I appear to be being unreasonable?"

Seeing Gu Yuena pretending to be sad, Chen Yan felt so shocked inside.

"Go, can't you just go?"

"Ok."

Looking at Gu Yuena with a bright smile, Chen Yan felt exhausted. The expressionless Gu Yuena had really left him. At the same time, he felt confused. The more he communicated with her, the more things would develop according to the original plot? Should he stop the loss in time? Or...

Chen Yan stared blankly at the ripples in her purple eyes because of his words... and once again felt the deep malice of the world.

In his heart, he asked himself the question he wanted to ask the most: I won’t steal the heroine away with me, right?
……

As night fell, the lights in Xingluo City came on. They found a restaurant facing the street, sat by the window, and enjoyed the food and the night view.

The decoration style of the restaurant is simple and elegant, and the warm lights are projected on the ground, reflecting each other. Outside the window, the night view of the city is like a brilliant painting, and the bustling streets and the busy scenes add a bit of vitality to this night.

"Not as good as you did."

Gu Yuena held the chopsticks elegantly and put the food into her mouth.

Chen Yan was silent. Don't speak at this time, otherwise it's easy to fall into a trap. He just smiled and looked at Gu Yuena gently, enjoying the tranquility and warmth.

Gu Yuena noticed Chen Yan's gaze, she put down her chopsticks, gently raised her eyelids, and met Chen Yan's gaze. There was a soft light flashing in her eyes, as if she was touched.

"Chen Yan, do you know? This period of time is the happiest time of my life." Gu Yuena's voice was soft and sincere. In addition to gratitude to Chen Yan, there was also a hint of indescribable emotion in her eyes.

Chen Yan didn't say anything, but he thought to himself that this period of time was also very pleasant for him. There was no pressure from his parents to study, no scolding on New Year's Day, and no lifeless home.

Compared to the old world, he likes this world more. He can truly feel his existence. He doesn't need to care about his family's conditions and can buy what he likes. He has someone who cares about him. He won't be the only one counting the days and having a birthday that he can't even afford to buy a cake. To be honest, he is very satisfied with this world.

"Me too." Chen Yan finally spoke. His voice was low and powerful, and there was a hint of seriousness in his eyes, as if he had made some kind of resolution. "Thank you, Gu Yuena."

Gu Yuena was slightly startled. She knew that Chen Yan would not use too many fancy words. He always liked to express his opinions in a joking manner. This was the first time he was so serious.

During this dinner, Chen Yan finally settled his restless heart. No matter what Gu Yuena's original intention was, she was good to him. No matter what happened in the future, she would always be his friend. As for success or failure, it was up to fate.

As the night deepened, the guests in the restaurant left one after another, and the lights of the city became brighter. They continued to enjoy the food, but no longer talked. At this moment, it seemed that being together quietly was the best time.

　Dear readers who read at night, staying up late is harmful to your health, so go to bed!

　　
　
(End of this chapter)