Douluo: Why is Qian Renxue not in love anymore?

Chapter 20 Flanders, Liu Erlong (1)

Regardless of why Li Muyun was in a daze, Qian Renxue's conversation with the little girl continued.

Qian Renxue leaned over gently, his eyes full of love and concern, and asked softly: "So, what's your name?"

The little girl lowered her head and bit her lip gently. "My name is Xiao Ai, the same as mugwort. My mother said that although it is inconspicuous, it can bring peace and warmth."

Xiao Ai's voice was like the spring breeze blowing through tender leaves, soft and a little shy: "I... I am ten years old this year."

After saying this, she lowered her eyes slightly, and twisted the corners of her clothes with her fingers unconsciously, as if the age of ten was carrying too much unnecessary burden for her.

Qian Renxue's eyes flashed with tenderness and care when she heard this. She squatted down and looked at Xiao Ai at eye level. Her voice was so gentle that it seemed to melt the ice and snow: "Xiao Ai, ten years old is the best age to start a new life. From now on, we will be your strongest support. Tell me, what is your favorite color?"

Xiao Ai looked up, her eyes sparkling with curiosity and surprise. She thought for a moment and said softly, "I like green, just like the leaves in the forest, full of vitality and hope."

Qian Renxue gently stroked Xiao Ai's hair, her eyes full of tenderness: "Green is such a beautiful color, it represents life and rebirth. Xiao Ai, do you know? In the distant Xingdou Great Forest, there are countless green creatures waiting for us to explore."

Xiao Ai heard this, a trace of yearning flashed in her eyes, she nodded slightly, with a barely perceptible tremor in her voice: "Really? Can I go there?"

Qian Renxue's lips curled up in a gentle arc, and her eyes fell gently on Xiao Ai, as if they could dispel all the haze in the world. "Sure, next time sister will take you to explore the Xingdou Great Forest. There is a green ocean there, and every leaf hides the secret of life. You will definitely like it there."

Xiao Ai's eyes instantly lit up with a bright light, like the brightest star in the night sky. She nodded vigorously, with two red clouds on her cheeks, shy and excited. "Thank you, sister!"

Li Muyun smiled lightly, with a teasing gleam in his eyes. He pretended to be serious and said to Qian Renxue: "Hey, sister Xue, your age calculation is not accurate enough. Our Xiao Ai is a smart girl. She is three years older than you and may be more mature than you mentally."

Hearing this, Qian Renxue glared at Li Muyun in pretended anger, but couldn't help but smile. She reached out and gently tapped Li Muyun's forehead, scolding him, "You're the only one who talks too much. Aren't you two years younger than Xiao Ai? Why don't you help Xiao Ai tidy up her clothes? Look, the corners of her skirt are covered in dust."

Li Muyun and Qian Renxue looked at each other and smiled at the same time. Xiao Ai beside them also blinked her big watery eyes and smiled.

"..."

The night scene of the town spreads out like ink. Lanterns sway gently on both sides of the stone road, casting mottled light and shadows, adding a bit of warmth to the quiet night.

The three of them walked through the narrow alleys and came to an ancient inn called "Guiyun Inn". Two red lanterns were hung on the wooden lintel, swaying gently in the wind, as if whispering a welcome.

When you open the door, a faint smell of pine and charcoal hits you in the face, accompanied by the warm lights in the store, making you instantly forget the cold outside. Inside the inn, several wooden tables are arranged in an orderly manner, and several travelers are either whispering or drinking tea alone, creating a harmonious scene.

However, the tranquility was soon broken by a sudden quarrel.

"Flanders, if you don't tell me about Xiaogang, I will break up with you!" Liu Erlong was dressed in a fiery red outfit, like a phoenix walking out of the flames. Her eyes were burning with anxiety and indomitable spirit. Her long hair was casually tied behind her head, and a few strands of hair fluttered in the wind, adding a bit of unruly look.

Flanders, on the other hand, was dressed in a typical businessman outfit, wearing an exquisite grey robe with gold patterns embroidered on the lapels and gold-rimmed glasses. He looked calm and elegant.

He spread his hands, his eyes full of helplessness and sincerity, his brows furrowed, trying to comfort his friend who was about to explode with words: "Second sister, listen to me, when did I, Flanders, lie to you? I really have no clue about Xiaogang's affairs, and you know that he is erratic."

As he spoke, he stroked the wisp of mustache on his chin, trying to make himself look more credible. "And as you know, Xiao Gang has been avoiding us since we broke up. Unless he contacts me himself, I can't find him anyway."

Upon hearing this, Liu Erlong was furious. She moved quickly and approached Flanders in an instant. Her eyes seemed to be able to spit fire. She reached out and grabbed Flanders' collar with such force that the floor under Flanders' feet shook slightly.

"Flanders! Don't play dumb! You know what Xiaogang means to me! If anything happens to him, I, Liu Erlong, will never give up!"

Flanders's expression also became solemn. He gently pushed away Liu Erlong's hand, and his tone was firm and unquestionable: "Second sister, calm down. I know your feelings for Xiaogang better than anyone else. If he is okay, he will definitely contact me. If anything happens, I will accompany you to find him no matter where in the world. But now, we have to be rational and not lose our composure."

Liu Erlong let go of her hand, stepped back a few steps, clenched her hands into fists, and a deep sense of powerlessness was revealed between her fingers. Her eyes flickered in the dim light, as if she was experiencing a fierce struggle and torment in her heart.

"So what do you say we should do now? It's been six years, and there's no news at all." Her voice was a little choked, but she still stubbornly refused to let the tears fall. Liu Erlong turned and looked out the window. The night was as dark as ink, and the stars were twinkling, as if each one was telling of endless longing and expectation.

Flanders sighed, walked slowly to her side, and patted her shoulder to comfort her. "Second sister, how about this, you come back to Shrek Academy with me first. If Xiaogang has any news, he will definitely go there."

Liu Erlong turned around abruptly, a look of determination flashed in her eyes. Her voice echoed in the inn with unquestionable determination: "Flender, I won't go. I will build one myself. I will go to Tiandou City. If he wants to hide, then let him hide. I don't care about him!"

After saying that, she stretched out her body, like a burning flame, instantly passing through everyone's sight and heading straight for the door of the inn. The night outside the door seemed to be shocked by her momentum and made way for her.

Liu Erlong stopped at the threshold. She did not go out because she came out at the same time as Li Muyun and the other two went in. "Kids, get out of the way! You are blocking my way."

Liu Erlong was already annoyed! These three little guys blocked her way, so naturally their words were not so pleasant.

(End of this chapter)