Douluo Continent: I, the world's greatest immortal master, have taken Ning Rongrong as my disci

Chapter 241 The 100,000-Year-Old Demon Soul Great White Shark King Recognizes Its Master
"Alright, Yue'er, tone it down. You've provoked others and are still so arrogant. No wonder you were chased for hundreds of miles."

"You have a great senior sister who gave you the best booster; otherwise, you wouldn't even be able to get ten nautical miles."

Su Ran spoke calmly.

Upon hearing this, Shuiyue'er looked slightly guilty: "Alright~ I'm sorry, I went a bit too far this time in order to lure you out to complete the test. I'm sorry."

"As compensation, here is my companion plant, a second-grade celestial herb called Floating Water Orchid. It should be of some help to you, so I'll give it to you."

Shuiyue took out a silver-blue orchid from her bosom, which emitted a light that seemed to twinkle like stars and the moon. The flower slowly floated towards Xiaobai opposite her.

Looking at the floating water lily, Xiaobai's heart, already in turmoil due to Su Zhexian's appearance, became even more complicated:
"You're going to give it to me?"

"That's right. Although Sister Yiran's Demonic Fury Heaven-Suppressing Finger is very powerful, I thought that as a 100,000-year-old soul beast with a strong body, releasing it from a distance wouldn't cause any harm. But I didn't expect that I still underestimated Sister Yiran's Netherworld Artifact. Consider this Lesser Immortal Item my apology. Regardless of whether Teacher can subdue you in the end, it belongs to you."

Shuiyue'er readily agreed, maintaining a certain level of civility as a student of Peach Blossom Spring, but she still felt a pang of regret, as even for a student of Peach Blossom Spring, the supply of celestial flowers and herbs was not unlimited!
To obtain a sub-celestial-grade flower or herb, one must perform well in the annual assessment, and in the evaluation of core disciples, she ranked last last last time!
"Such pure energy. If Xiuxiu can absorb this plant, her success rate in surviving the Heavenly Tribulation of 100,000 years should increase significantly, right?"

As a precious soul beast that once followed the Sea God in conquering the seas, Xiao Bai was not unfamiliar with the world. However, immortal-grade flowers and herbs were indeed rare, and the treatment of soul beasts on Sea God Island was only so-so, incomparable to those who were undergoing trials. Otherwise, as a comrade-in-arms of the gods, it would be unreasonable for him to only have a lifespan of 100,000 years.

As the saying goes, parents who love their children plan far ahead, and this applies even to spirit beasts. Although her tender chrysanthemum still ached slightly, for the sake of her innocent and ignorant daughter, she couldn't help but take the floating water lily orchid into her pocket, crossing her arms and saying:
"Since your apology was quite sincere, I'll let it go this time. But if there's a next time, even if you bring out ten of these flowers, I still won't forgive you."

"Slightly~"

Shuiyue stuck out her tongue, looking mischievous.

"Alright, I'm very pleased that you took the initiative to solve the problem, Xiaoyue. However, there's still one important matter we haven't resolved yet."

"King of the Demon Soul Great White Shark, although you are a soul beast, it is not the act of a gentleman to have a sentient being as a slave and mount. I prefer to describe this relationship as that of friends and partners. Would you be willing to let me or my student become one of your most trusted partners?"

Amidst the fluttering peach blossoms, the ethereal young man Su Ran glanced with satisfaction at Shui Yue'er beside him, then slowly extended his palm towards Xiao Bai opposite him. There was no murderous intent in his body; on the contrary, he was very easygoing and composed.

A slight smile, and one's heart is captivated; even the gods would be moved.

Xiao Bai is mesmerized...

"Friends... partners?"

"Would you humans really treat us as friends?"

"As long as one has good intentions, reason, and wisdom, one can be a friend to all under heaven. This is also an advantage that a 100,000-year-old soul beast possesses."

"You're good-looking, so I can trust you this once."

Xiao Bai stared at Su Ran, suppressing the turmoil and excitement in his heart, and said in a deep voice:
"Our Demon Soul Great White Shark clan believes in the supremacy of the strong. If you can defeat me, I will willingly become the friend you speak of."

"Alright. Then, let's begin, please."

Su Ran said calmly, casually picking up a dazzling peach blossom branch, standing in mid-air, looking quite dashing.

"Okay, don't think that just because you're good-looking I'll hold back. Giving it my all is my way of showing you respect!"

A surge of demonic soul energy erupted beneath Xiao Bai's feet, instantly creating massive waves across an area spanning dozens of miles. However, to Xiao Bai's surprise, Su Ran didn't even make a move. Instead, beneath his feet appeared a crimson-blue soul beast. Although it didn't appear as large as the Demonic Soul Great White Shark, only two or three meters long, its appearance seemed to repel the surrounding seawater, preventing the giant waves from surging and leaving the surrounding water remarkably calm.

"A mythical sea creature?"

"I've never seen it before!"

Xiao Bai was somewhat surprised to see the Water-Splitting Golden-Eyed Beast appear and dissolve her demonic soul domain.

"The Water-Splitting Golden-Eyed Beast! It's grown so big?!"

Shui Yue'er exclaimed in surprise that more than a year ago, the Water-Splitting Golden-Eyed Beast was not even as tall as her knees, but now it was stronger than an adult. Moreover, the ability to control water elements emanating from its body amazed Shui Yue'er, surpassing the effect of the Fubo Technique she had learned at this stage.

"Ow~"

The Water-Splitting Golden-Eyed Beast let out a soft howl and circled around Su Ran, seemingly very attached to her.

Over the past year, Su Ran has fed the Water-Splitting Golden-Eyed Beast many plants and nutrient solutions to enhance its cultivation and life force, raising it directly from infancy to adolescence. Not only has its bloodline talent been catalyzed, but it has also become the most attached to Su Ran, following her wherever she goes.

"Honey, let's move a little further away so you don't get hurt."

Su Ran patted the head of the Water-Splitting Golden-Eyed Beast and said.

Although the Water-Splitting Golden-Eyed Beast is a rare auspicious beast in the ocean, capable of stabilizing the seas and finding treasures, it is not skilled in combat.

The Water-Splitting Golden-Eyed Beast walked away reluctantly.

Then, Su Ran looked at Xiao Bai again. A terrifying soul ring configuration of four black and five red appeared on the peach blossom branch, and its intimidating power immediately became apparent.

The vast ocean meets the heavens, and the immortal master descends to the void, riding the waves.

Floating freely in the shadows of peach blossoms, a single branch lightly stretches across the autumn sea.

"Forget it, forget it, let's not fight anymore."

"I finally understand."

At this moment, upon seeing the nine dazzling spirit rings on Su Ran's body and the aura emanating from him, Xiao Bai could already sense that he was no match for this Peach Blossom Immortal Master. His fighting spirit instantly dissipated, and he lowered his head before Su Ran.
"The true benefactor of the Sea God, Xiaobai is willing to assist you and acknowledge you as my master. You will be the master for whom Xiaobai is willing to pay the price of death. Xiaobai will follow you to quell the chaos in the sea and make this sea more peaceful."

“Not a master, but a partner,” Su Ran said calmly.

Xiao Bai looked up slightly, paused for a moment, and felt a mixture of anticipation and melancholy:
"Then, can I pat your head, buddy?"

She was actually... well, quite envious of that water-repelling golden-eyed beast being petted...

"Wait? What do you mean by 'the true favored one of the Sea God'? Little White, what do you mean by this?!"

Shuiyue'er paused for a moment, then realized something seemed amiss and quickly asked.

(End of this chapter)