After spending some time with Bibi Dong, Yu Xiaogang turned to gaze at the massive crater left by his battle with Qianxunji, resembling the aftermath of a nuclear explosion.
The pit's base seemed to have breached an underground river, as muddy water began to fill it. It appeared the Star Dou Great Forest would gain a new legend.
Yu Xiaogang's confidence surged. Amid Bibi Dong's surprised squeal, he scooped her up using his mental power to levitate. He said to her in his arms,
Dong'er, let's go meet Boss Flender now! Others will surely investigate the battle's aftermath. I need to lie low for a while—it's not time to reveal myself. Hold tight, Dong'er, here we go!"After speaking
Yu Xiaogang conjured a mental barrier to shield them from the wind and began to accelerate gradually. Amid Bibi Dong's shrieks, he left a trail through the sky.Only a muddy lake remained, beside which stood a Thousand-Handed Guanyin wooden sculpture.
Yunlan's figure gradually materialized. As the collective consciousness of the Blue Silver Grass network
Yunlan sighed at the loss of plant life. With a wave of his hand, the life force of Blue Silver Grass rippled outward like water. Where it passed, Blue Silver Grass sprouted, even in the turbid lake, where water-attributed variants emerged.
The Thousand-Handed Guanyin sculpture, left by Yu Xiaogang, crumbled into nutrients, nourishing the ravaged land. Satisfied, Yunlan nodded, then vanished to report back to Yu Xiaogang.
Yu Xiaogang wished to remain inconspicuous on the Douluo Continent for now. A Soul Sect defeating a Titled Douluo was too shocking, and secrecy was crucial to avoid attracting unwanted attention from opportunistic foes.
Given Qianxunji's villainous actions, Yu Xiaogang knew he had to keep the matter quiet to preserve his advantage.Soon, a team of soul masters arrived, hoping to scavenge valuables, as soul beast corpses were prized by lower-level soul masters.
The team's captain stared in confusion at the Blue Silver Grass and the sparkling lake, clutching a map of the Star Dou Great Forest's outer perimeter. His hands trembled as he compared the scene to the map, then exclaimed to his team, "Old Wang! Are we seeing things?
Days ago, this was a forest! How did it become a lake overnight? What kind of powerhouses fought here? It's terrifying!"In the years that followed, the lake became a resting spot for soul hunters in the Star Dou Great Forest, spawning numerous legends. Me.
Yu Xiaogang, carrying Bibi Dong, hurried to the location Yunlan had relayed to Flender. During the battle's outset, Yu Xiaogang had instructed Yunlan to send Wang Dachui and Xiao Zhan to Flender for safety. Flender was likely anxious, and Yu Xiaogang needed to confirm their safety.
In a clearing, a bonfire crackled. Liu Erlong paced anxiously, while Flender sat in silence.Seeing Liu Erlong's distress, Sisi comforted her.
Sister Erlong, please sit and wait patiently! I trust the teacher's strength. With Mistress Bibi Dong's Soul Douluo cultivation, they'll surely handle things.
Besides, the communication ring the teacher gave us hasn't signaled danger. He's probably on his way now, right?"Flender, noting Liu Erlong's worry, added,
Yes, Erlong, trust Xiaogang's strength. A 100,000-year soul beast delivered Xiao Zhan and Wang Dachui to us, and with Bibi Dong's Soul Douluo power, I can't imagine anyone stopping Xiaogang. I never knew he commanded such a remarkable soul beast.
It's eye-opening."Liu Erlong, frustrated, stomped her foot, shattering a stone. The flying fragments nearly hit Flender's head, prompting him to shrink back and avoid provoking her further.
Still, his words eased her slightly.She sat angrily on a tree stump, arms crossed, staring into the campfire. To Flender, seated across from her, she said, "Boss Flender, am I too willful? If I hadn't clashed with Bibi Dong, we could've hunted soul beasts for Xiaogang together.
With our Trinity Martial Soul Fusion Technique, we could face any enemy, no matter how strong."Raising her head, she met Flender's eyes and said slowly,
Flender, though Xiaogang and I have no future together, he's still my cousin. How can I not worry?"Flender smiled, patting his chest reassuringly. "Then, Erlong, stay here to protect the young ones.
I'll go find him."Liu Erlong gazed at Flender, who always supported her, and felt her wounded heart soothed by his kindness. She said softly, "Be careful, Flender. If you encounter danger, hide! You're all I have left now."
Got it!
Flender replied, turning away to hide his tearful eyes. With Yu Xiaogang's apprentice present, he couldn't risk Xiaogang learning of his emotional moment—it'd be embarrassing.Yet, Flender felt his efforts were worthwhile.
As he prepared to take flight with his martial spirit to search for Yu Xiaogang and Bibi Dong, he spotted them approaching. Yu Xiaogang gently set down Bibi Dong, whose legs wobbled from their supersonic flight—an unprecedented experience for her.
Upon landing, Bibi Dong playfully twisted the soft flesh at Yu Xiaogang's waist."Xiaogang!"
she scolded. "I told you to slow down! Why did you keep speeding up? Don't you know I'm scared of flying that fast? We nearly hit treetops several times!"Yu Xiaogang dodged her pinch, grinning.
I won't do it again! But we have company—watch it!"Glancing up, he noticed Flender's tear-streaked face and shot a suspicious look at Wang Dachui. Had that fool claimed Yu Xiaogang faced a deadly enemy?
Why else would Flender be crying?
Uh, Boss Flender, I'm perfectly fine," Yu Xiaogang said. "No need for tears! It's odd seeing you like this. Plus, I've gained a great advantage, though I owe you a favor.
Flender quickly wiped his tears, acting natural as he stepped forward to hug Yu Xiaogang tightly. Patting his back, he said through gritted teeth,
I thought you were in danger and wouldn't make it back!"Leaning close, Flender whispered, "Xiaogang, forget what you saw just now, or you'll lose face too!
Only then did Yu Xiaogang notice Liu Erlong, usually fiery and loud like an explosive dragon, sitting quietly by the campfire.
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