Zuo Feng took the lead, stepping out with steady strides, followed closely by the Firefly Ten Maidens. Bai Duanqian also hurried to catch up, still feeling uneasy, but she now understood that her fate and that of this unknown force seemed to be tightly intertwined.
The scouts from various major forces below retreated one after another, fearing to provoke the young man standing on the Python Branch Giant Tree. They knew in their hearts that what they witnessed today would surely rewrite the landscape of Dream City; a new power was quietly rising.
Mu Jingjing, hidden within Mu'er's large white robe, quickly retracted the Python Branch Giant Tree.
To everyone's horror, the hundred-meter-tall Python Branch Giant Tree instantly transformed into a vibrant green seed, disappearing into Mu'er's large white robe.
Zuo Feng surveyed his surroundings, a hint of undetectable pride hidden beneath his stern face.
Under everyone's awestruck gaze, Zuo Feng and his group entered two commercial vehicles. The doors slowly closed, the engines rumbled to life, and the vehicles smoothly drove away, leaving behind a blood-red night.
As Zuo Feng and his group departed, the various major forces also began to withdraw.
But they all knew in their hearts that Dream City was about to face a major storm.
This night was destined to be another sleepless one for the various forces in Dream City. Their intelligence networks rapidly activated, and undercurrents surged.
Zuo Feng and his group, of course, couldn't be bothered with any of this. Back in the tin-roofed room, the Firefly girls gathered together, excitedly discussing their feat of the night, their faces beaming with pride and anticipation.
Bai Duanqian was still a bit dazed, her brain still somewhat frozen: Had she been tricked today? Under the gaze of countless people, she had stood with these individuals! Even if she were to go out and say she wasn't a Firefly member, no one would believe her now.
After all, everything that happened tonight would surely spread throughout Dream City. Oh my! She was clearly still in the probationary period for Firefly, wasn't she!
Bai Duanqian wanted to cry, but today had been too exciting, and a strange thrill actually arose in her heart.
Her gaze couldn't help but drift towards Mu Jingjing and Mu Lingling, who were standing in front of the girls with their little hands on their hips, proudly chattering non-stop. Although Bai Duanqian didn't know what these two companion beasts were saying, she was certain they were showing off.
A hint of fervor appeared in Bai Duanqian's eyes. So, were the companion beasts of three-striped variants really so abnormal?
This team had many more companion beasts; if they all grew up, what a terrifying force that would be! It was utterly despair-inducing.
Bai Duanqian felt that, considering they had helped her put on such a grand show tonight, this probationary period could be shortened a little, just a tiny bit.
After all, such an experience was something she had never dared to imagine, and the shock and excitement in her heart intertwined.
Da Bai Tu watched Bai Duanqian's ever-changing expression and smiled slyly. She slowly leaned close to Bai Duanqian and whispered, "How is it, Qianqian? Is Firefly's strength still up to your standards?"
Upon hearing this, Bai Duanqian's expression was complex, filled with both shock and anticipation. She tried to calm her emotions and slowly nodded, "Indeed powerful, but I still need time to adapt. Everything tonight far exceeded my imagination. Firefly's future is exciting."
A hint of satisfaction flashed in Da Bai Tu's eyes as she gently patted Bai Duanqian's shoulder: "Take your time, you'll see more surprises."
Amidst laughter, the atmosphere in the tin-roofed room grew even livelier, and everyone's eyes sparkled with anticipation for the future.
As night deepened, Zuo Feng looked at the girls, who were still immersed in excitement and hadn't come back to their senses, and smiled slightly, saying, "Alright, girls, it's time to sleep. We'll probably have quite a few guests to entertain tomorrow."
Upon hearing this, the girls, though reluctant, obediently returned to their beds and lay down. As for Bai Duanqian, she also slept wrapped in a thin quilt in a corner of the room. Bai Duanqian didn't mind sleeping with these people—in the apocalypse, people didn't stand on ceremony, and besides, they weren't sleeping in the same bed.
Zuo Feng extinguished the candle, and the tin-roofed room fell into silence.
The next morning, Zuo Feng woke up and began to admire the scenery, finally fixing his gaze on Bai Duanqian.
She was sleeping soundly, her doll-like face still showing traces of un-faded excitement. Unfortunately, she wasn't wearing a slip dress, so there was no scenery to appreciate. Through the prominent curve, Zuo Feng secretly estimated that Bai Duanqian's size was probably only slightly smaller than Xiao Mi Tao's.
Not long after, the girls woke up one after another, and the tin-roofed room gradually became lively.
Bai Duanqian woke up, rubbing her sleepy eyes. She hadn't had a good night's sleep in over half a month, but last night she slept exceptionally soundly.
After a quick wash-up, Zuo Feng was ushered out; the girls needed to change clothes.
Zuo Feng pouted, expressing his disdain for this. It was just changing clothes; what was there to see? They say that half-revealed is the most alluring—actually, he really wanted the girls to change clothes, mainly to verify if this statement was true.
He walked out of the tin-roofed room, closing the door behind him, and turned to see Fox Yaorao standing somewhat reservedly outside the door. At this moment, Fox Yaorao was not alone; there were also several unfamiliar faces, clearly the 'guests' to be entertained today.
Fox Yaorao saw Zuo Feng emerge, nodded slightly, and softly said, "Brother Zuo, this is Chief Jun Wushuang of Peerless Apocalypse and several core members, who have specially come to visit."
Fox Yaorao had only learned last night that Brother Zuo and his group had caused such a stir.
She had always tried her best to overestimate Zuo Feng and their strength, but she hadn't expected that she had still underestimated them. Even a top force like Peerless Apocalypse had come in person, and with the Chief leading the team, showing their high regard for Firefly.
Zuo Feng's gaze swept over everyone, and he responded with a smile: "Welcome, everyone. My apologies for keeping you waiting." He extended his hand, signaling for them to follow him into Xi Luoluo's house next door.
He had made arrangements last night; their tin-roofed room would naturally not allow outsiders in casually. These guests were all arranged to be received at Xi Luoluo's house. Xi Luoluo had gone to Firefly Base, and only Luo Luo was temporarily staying there. He had already spoken with Luo Luo last night.
The Chief of Peerless Apocalypse was a middle-aged man with a steady face and sharp eyes. He gently shook Zuo Feng's hand and smiled, "Brother Zuo, I've long heard your name; seeing you today, you are indeed extraordinary."
The core members behind him also nodded in greeting. Zuo Feng chuckled inwardly: What 'long heard your name'? He had only been in Dream City for a few days in total. He probably only knew Zuo Feng's surname from Fox Yaorao just now.
Zuo Feng smiled slightly and politely said, "Chief Jun, you flatter me. I'm just an ordinary person. Please."
The group entered Xi Luoluo's house. Luo Luo had already prepared tea, and seeing everyone enter, she quickly stood up to greet them.
Zuo Feng invited everyone to sit down. After three rounds of tea, the atmosphere gradually became harmonious.
Jun Wushuang spoke, "Brother Zuo, we all heard about last night's events. Brother Zuo's actions certainly shook Dream City. However, my subordinates last night seemed to have seen Bai Dashi (Grandmaster Bai). Is that true?"
Zuo Feng nodded, calmly saying, "Bai Duanqian is indeed here. She is now my person."
Jun Wushuang's eyes narrowed slightly, then he smiled and said, "Bai Dashi (Grandmaster Bai) also has a deep friendship with us. Before, I tried to invite her to join our Peerless Apocalypse, but I was always refused. I didn't expect her to choose to cooperate with Brother Zuo. It seems Brother Zuo's charm is extraordinary. I came today not only to visit, but also because I haven't seen Bai Dashi (Grandmaster Bai) in half a month, so I'm also here to say hello."
Upon hearing this, Zuo Feng gently put down his teacup and said to Luo Luo, "Go see if Bai Duanqian has changed her clothes. If she has, ask her to come over."
He chuckled inwardly: It seemed Bai Duanqian was indeed popular. This Jun Wushuang still had some lingering desire to recruit Bai Duanqian, but it was understandable. Bai Duanqian's title as Dream City's number one blacksmith was not for show.
Luo Luo nodded and turned to leave. In a moment, Bai Duanqian and Da Bai Tu entered the house.