"Zhuqing, is Third Brother hurt? Let's go right now."
Xiao Wu threw off her blanket, leapt out of bed, dressed hastily, and rushed out of the dorm building with Zhu Zhuqing. She was panicking inside, 'Could it be that because of me, Third Brother got into a fight with Tai Long? Tai Long's strength is a lot higher than his. What if something happens to him during the fight? What do I do then?'
Just as the two of them ran out of the dormitory, a towering figure like a city wall blocked their way.
"Xiao Wu, where are you rushing to? Come with me first." Yu Tianming looked down at the anxious Xiao Wu and spoke slowly.
As a Soft-Boned Charm Rabbit in human form, Xiao Wu had always been extremely sensitive to powerful humans. Yu Tianming's strength had always been hard to gauge, and she remained vigilant around him, never initiating contact.
But right now, with Tang San's safety at stake, Xiao Wu couldn't care about anything else. She said urgently, "Brother Tianming, whatever it is, can we talk about it later? Third Brother is fighting Tai Long. If you don't believe me, ask Zhuqing!"
Zhu Zhuqing didn't respond. She simply stared straight ahead, waiting for Yu Tianming's decision. After all, he was her protector as a fallen noble, and her safety was entirely in his hands. She couldn't risk offending him by siding with Xiao Wu.
Yu Tianming curled his lips slightly and said calmly to Zhu Zhuqing, "Zhuqing, I want to speak with Xiao Wu alone. You don't need to worry, just leave."
Zhu Zhuqing looked at him deeply, nodded slightly, and walked away quickly without a word.
Xiao Wu stared at her best friend's ruthlessly departing figure. She opened her mouth, trying to follow, but Yu Tianming grabbed her arm. He dragged her toward the Blue Tyrant Forest near the girls' dormitory.
Xiao Wu was still worried about Tang San and had no time to deal with this mysterious powerhouse. She struggled with all her strength and shouted, "Let go of me! I need to find Third Brother!"
Even though she had cultivated for a hundred thousand years, she was currently just a Soul Ancestor. How strong could she be?
Yu Tianming, much like the Dragon God, pursued ultimate control over elements like the Silver Dragon King and ultimate physical strength like the Golden Dragon King. To him, Xiao Wu's struggles were meaningless. He didn't even slow down, dragging her along like an accessory.
Step by step, they drew closer to the dark and eerie Blue Tyrant Forest.
Xiao Wu, frustrated by her failed efforts, jumped up and kicked at Yu Tianming with both legs, trying to use her full strength to escape his grip.
But Yu Tianming didn't even flinch. He kept walking steadily, dragging her like a rag doll.
Realizing her attacks had no effect, Xiao Wu's heart sank. She used her signature skill, Soft Skill: Eight-Stage Throw. Coordinating it with her first soul skill, Waist Bow, her long legs clamped onto Yu Tianming's waist as she tried with all her might to throw him.
By now, they had reached the edge of the Blue Tyrant Forest. One side was paved stone from the academy, and the other was the earthy ground of the forest.
It was afternoon, and the towering ancient trees cast massive shadows that completely engulfed the two of them.
Yu Tianming lowered his head and looked at the struggling Xiao Wu, annoyance creeping into his voice. "Little Bunny, if you don't want to die, come with me quietly. Otherwise, with so many Titled Douluo in Heaven Dou City, someone will definitely take your life."
'Little Bunny? Titled Douluo?'
Xiao Wu's expression changed drastically. "What are you talking about? I don't understand. Let me go, I need to find Third Brother!"
'But I didn't sense the aura of a Titled Douluo from him. How does he know my identity? Could this be a misunderstanding?'
Yu Tianming sneered and shattered her hopes. "I've made it this clear, and you're still playing dumb? A hundred-thousand-year-old rabbit spirit beast—you think I wouldn't recognize you? I just didn't feel like exposing you before. But now you're in Heaven Dou City, crawling with Titled Douluo. Are you tired of living?"
Xiao Wu knew for sure her identity had been exposed. Still, she forced herself to stay calm and stubbornly replied, "What identity? I'm just a student of Shrek Academy. I don't understand what you're saying."
Yu Tianming lifted her arm and raised her in front of him. "Still playing dumb? I recognized you long ago, but I didn't bother to call you out. Now you've wandered into a place full of Titled Douluo—are you looking to die?"
Xiao Wu stayed silent.
Yu Tianming suddenly flung her into the forest. She tumbled across the ground, flattening a patch of shrubs before crashing into a tree, knocking down a shower of leaves.
Xiao Wu groaned in pain, eyes brimming with tears.
She looked up at the tall figure before her and trembled uncontrollably. The allure of a hundred-thousand-year soul bone was irresistible. Once a soul beast in human form was exposed, endless pursuit awaited.
Lying limp on the ground, she felt like all hope was lost. Her mind raced with memories. 'Mother, I'm sorry. I turned into a human to avenge you, but before I even found the enemy, my life is about to end... Da Ming, I'm sorry. Because of me, you died in the Star Dou Great Forest, and I still don't know who the killer was.'
'And Third Brother... I even got mad at you during our last moments together. I hope you forget that unpleasant memory and remember me as cheerful and lively.'
Yu Tianming strode into the forest, his tall figure swallowed by the dense greenery.
He walked up to Xiao Wu, sneered at her defeated expression, and squatted down, staring into her eyes. He lifted her chin and said teasingly, "I never said I was going to kill you. Why do you look so hopeless?"
Xiao Wu turned her head fiercely, trying to escape his fingers, but his strength completely overpowered hers.
As a Soft-Boned Rabbit, she knew all too well that when prey couldn't escape, predators would toy with them like a cat with a mouse. Clearly, Yu Tianming had no intention of letting her go.
Xiao Wu snorted coldly. "Why all the nonsense? Kill me if you want. Do whatever you like."
Her eyes were full of unyielding determination. 'Soul beasts never become slaves. Even if you kill me, I'll never surrender.'
"You're tougher than I thought, little bunny. I hope you can keep it up," Yu Tianming said, lifting her by the neck and pressing her against a tree. He whispered into her ear, "Now that I've found such a rare soul beast in human form, guess what I'm going to do with you?"
Feeling his hot breath at her ear, Xiao Wu shivered. She crossed her arms tightly and stared at him in fear. "What do you want from me? You're a human, I'm a soul beast. Don't be a pervert."
Xiao Wu wasn't some innocent little rabbit. She cursed like a sailor and had no sense of modesty—she had climbed into Tang San's bed right after turning human. Only Tang San would think she was pure. As soon as Yu Tianming got close, her mind went straight to the gutter.
Yu Tianming shot her a look of disdain. "Tang San is right under my nose. If you don't agree to my demands, I'll send both of you to hell."
"You... how could you hurt Third Brother?" she clutched her chest pitifully, staring at him. After a moment, she seemed to make a decision and said solemnly, "I'll do whatever you want, just... please let him go."
As she spoke, she yanked open her collar and turned her head aside, tears of defiance in her eyes.
Yu Tianming's eyes sparkled, amused by her expression. 'If Tang San saw her like this, wouldn't his head explode from anger?'
But he didn't do anything excessive. He simply let go of her neck, and she slid down the tree trunk to the ground. Sitting awkwardly, she wiped her tears and coughed repeatedly.
Yu Tianming nudged her with his foot and snapped, "Don't use your filthy thoughts to judge me. For the next two years, I'll help hide your soul beast aura and protect your life. But the price is that you must obey me completely."
Xiao Wu quickly fixed her collar.
She wiped her face and sighed in relief. "I've got nothing left—just a broken life and a hundred-thousand-year soul bone. Whatever you want, just say it. I'll give you anything."
'Her shameless attitude matches Shrek's style perfectly. Having her at the disciplined Blue Tyrant Academy really is a waste,' Yu Tianming thought.
"In Heaven Dou City, Titled Douluo come and go. With my help, your identity will remain hidden. Stay at Blue Tyrant Academy for now. Once the Soul Master Tournament is over, then you'll pay your debt," Yu Tianming said meaningfully.
"Huh? That's it? If you help me hide my identity and let me join the tournament, I can stay with Third Brother the whole time? That's amazing!" Xiao Wu's face lit up. She patted her chest and grinned. "Then it's settled!"
Yu Tianming flicked his finger, sending a wisp of white light into Xiao Wu's body. "Don't get too happy yet. After the tournament, I'll collect what's owed."
"Yeah, yeah, I got it," Xiao Wu waved it off. Her carefree personality kicked back in as she felt the soul beast aura vanish from her body. She was too happy to worry about the 'price' anymore.
In the original story, Xiao Wu had to use all her strength to suppress her aura in front of Dugu Bo. It was like holding her breath—if she didn't release it in time, she'd suffocate. But now, after receiving Yu Tianming's white light, her aura vanished completely, as if she were a real human.
Seeing the silly rabbit calm down, Yu Tianming pointed to the shoe marks on his clothes. "Xiao Wu, you kicked me several times earlier. Wipe the dirt off my clothes. Remember, you must obey me absolutely."
"Got it, I'll clean it now." Xiao Wu squatted down beside him and used her sleeve to carefully wipe his clothes. But with her head lowered, she curled her lip in disdain.
Yu Tianming raised an eyebrow. 'This rabbit really has a rebellious streak. Just got spared and already dares to look down on me. No wonder she caused so much trouble in the original story and made Tang San clean up after her. But I'm not Tang San. I won't spoil her.'
He lifted his leg and kicked her to the ground, sending her rolling several times before she came to a stop.
Xiao Wu's eyes flared with anger. She glared up and shouted, "You—"
Before she could finish, Yu Tianming flicked his fingers again, stirring the divine power he'd left in her body. Xiao Wu immediately clutched her stomach, drenched in sweat, unable to speak a word.
"Letting you live is already the greatest mercy. Don't push your luck. I can control your every move now. Don't make me reveal your pathetic state in front of Tang San," Yu Tianming barked. "Let me warn you again—don't try to run, and don't even think about sacrificing yourself for Tang San. I've already planted a failsafe in your body. Don't treat your lives like toys."
Only then did Xiao Wu realize she was completely under Yu Tianming's control. Even her last resort—self-sacrifice—was out of reach. Tears of regret streamed down her face.
Her fearful gaze returned, and she knelt properly to wipe the dust from his clothes. "I understand, sir."
Yu Tianming didn't bother talking anymore. He tossed his jacket into her arms. "Wash this by tonight and bring it back to me tomorrow."
With that, he strode out of the forest.
Xiao Wu held the oversized coat, stunned for a moment, before getting up in a daze and heading back to the dormitory.
(End of Chapter)
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