Douluo Continent II: The Dragon King Suppresses the World!

Chapter 70 Sunset Forest

"Xi Yao, what level has your soul power reached?" Ye Qi'an asked, smoothing Ye Xi Yao's hair.

Ye Xiyao tilted her head and thought for a while before saying, "My current soul power is level 68, and the power of that dragon pill is still remaining. Once I absorb it all, it should be enough to allow my cultivation to break through to the Soul Saint level."

"Not bad, much better than my brother. My brother is only level 60 right now," Ye Qi'an said with a slight smile.

"From now on, Xiyao will protect my brother." Ye Xiyao shrugged and said confidently.

Ye Qi'an looked at Ye Xiyao, who claimed to protect him, with doting eyes, gently patted her head, and said, "Okay, from now on, I'll rely on Xiyao to protect your brother."

Ye Xiyao smiled brightly, her eyes filled with determination: "Don't worry, brother, Xiyao will definitely become stronger."

"Since you have activated the part of the Golden Dragon bloodline within you and used the Golden Dragon as your Martial Soul, then I will give you this Golden Dragon Spear for self-defense." As Ye Qian said this, he raised his hand and made a grasping motion, and a long spear with a golden body appeared in his hand.

Ye Xiyao's eyes lit up. She carefully took the Golden Dragon Spear with both hands, gently stroking the shaft. "Brother, you're letting me use the Golden Dragon Spear, so what weapon will you use?"

Ye Qi'an smiled slightly: "Brother still has the Heavenly Punishment Sword, so there's no need to worry about me. This Golden Dragon Spear is the perfect match for your martial soul, and it can help you take another step forward on your cultivation path. Moreover, seeing you become stronger will make brother content."

Ye Xiyao gripped the Golden Dragon Spear tightly: "Brother, I will definitely not let you down. I will break through to Soul Saint as soon as possible, and then protect you."

Ye Qi'an nodded: "Alright, I believe in you. Now go and cultivate diligently, and absorb the remaining power of the Dragon Pill as soon as possible. I'll give you three months. Once the three months are up, I'll take you on a training expedition."

Ye Xiyao nodded vigorously. After the Golden Dragon Spear transformed into a golden stream of light and entered her palm, she turned around and walked towards her cultivation area.

After Ye Xiyao left, Gu Yuena came to Ye Qi'an's side and whispered, "Where will you take little Xiyao for training three months from now?"

"Following the guidance of the Dragon God's core, I need to go to the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well, the place where the Ice and Fire Dragon Kings fell. I need to use the remaining power of the two Dragon Kings there to break the sixth seal," Ye Qi'an said slowly, taking a deep breath.

"I didn't expect the Ice and Fire Dragon King to perish there. Why didn't I sense it?" Gu Yuena frowned slightly. She knew that with her spiritual power, she should have been able to detect even the slightest trace of his aura.

As a transmigrator, Ye Qi'an naturally understood the reason. He knew that Tang San, the Sea God, had been to the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire, and everyone knew who Tang San was. Why would he leave good things to outsiders? It was probably already shrouded in divine sense. If it weren't for the map in the hands of those two traitors from the Clear Sky Sect, it would be difficult to even find the exact location.

But who is Ye Qi'an? He possesses the Dragon God Core, the Supreme Artifact Heavenly Punishment Sword, and the authority of 60% of the life cores of the Douluo Continent. So what if he is shrouded in divine sense? He can go wherever he wants and leave whenever he wants.

"If it weren't for the guidance of the Dragon God Core, I probably wouldn't have been able to find it either," Ye Qi'an nodded and said.

"In that case, Qi'an, do you need me to come with you in three months?" Gu Yuena asked, her beautiful eyes fixed on Ye Qi'an with a hint of anticipation.

Ye Qi'an went to the Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire alone for two purposes: first, to use the power of the two great dragon kings of ice and fire to break through the sixth seal; and second, to prepare a surprise for Gu Yuena. If Gu Yuena went with him, wouldn't the surprise lose its surprise?

Thinking of this, Ye Qi'an shook his head, then looked at Gu Yuena and said, "Nana, you don't need to come with us this time. I'll take Xiyao with me."

Gu Yuena was somewhat displeased, but still nodded and said, "Alright then, if there are any problems, just inject your soul power into the dragon scale necklace you're wearing around your neck, and I'll rush over as soon as I sense it."

Ye Qi'an gently held her hand and said, "Don't worry, I'll take good care of myself and Xi Yao. Besides, there are some things I'll need your help with."

Gu Yuena raised the corners of her mouth slightly, nodded, and said, "Okay."

Three months passed quickly. Ye Xiyao lived up to expectations and successfully absorbed all the power of the Dragon Pill, breaking through to the Soul Saint realm. She also condensed her rose-gold seventh soul ring with her own power.

Ye Qi'an looked at Ye Xiyao in front of him, whose seven soul rings—two purple, four black, and one rose gold—were radiating dazzling light. He nodded in satisfaction and said, "Then we can set off."

Ye Xiyao's eyes were full of excitement and anticipation. She gripped the Golden Dragon Spear tightly in her hand and said, "Brother, I'm ready."

Gu Yuena looked at the two who were ready to go, stepped forward, gently straightened Ye Qi'an's clothes, and said softly, "Qi'an, Xi Yao, you two must be careful."

Ye Qi'an smiled and nodded, "Good people don't live long, but evil people live for a thousand years. How could someone like me have anything happen to him?"

Gu Yuena frowned slightly and said gently, "Don't talk nonsense."

Ye Xiyao quickly chimed in, "Brother, you can't talk about yourself like that."

Ye Qi'an laughed heartily, "Alright, enough talk, let's set off then." With that, he turned and led Ye Xiyao toward the outer edge of the Star Dou Great Forest.

The two headed towards the outer edge of the Star Dou Great Forest without any obstacles. Ye Xiyao walked in front, holding the Golden Dragon Spear, while Ye Qi'an behind her began to recall the exact location of the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well.

According to his memory, their destination was within the territory of the Heavenly Soul Empire. They would travel east from Shrek Academy to the capital city of Heavenly Dou City, and then continue northeast. That place, like the Star Dou Great Forest, was also a gathering place for soul beasts. The forest was called the Sunset Forest.

Meanwhile, the exchange program between Shrek Academy and Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy had begun. The location for the student exchange was set in Maple Leaf City, located in the southwest of the Heavenly Soul Empire, on the western border. Led by Yan Shaozhe and Fan Yu, the students from Shrek Academy arrived at the central square of Maple Leaf City.

On the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy's side, the siblings Xiao Hongchen and Meng Hongchen stood at the front of the team, and even the Mingde Hall Master Jing Hongchen came in person. The team leader was Ma Rulong's grandfather. This time, the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy really made a decision. Not only did the siblings Xiao Hongchen come, but among all ten students, three of them were reserve members of the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy who participated in the last competition.

The two sides met in the center of Maple Leaf Square. Xiao Hongchen and his sister glanced at the exchange students from Shrek Academy, but did not see Ye Qi'an and Gu Yuena. Although they were surprised, they thought about it again and realized that since they were Soul Masters, not Soul Instructors, participating in the exchange program was not very meaningful.

Jing Hongchen looked at Yan Shaozhe calmly and said, "I didn't expect that Dean Yan would come in person for this exchange program."

Who is Yan Shaozhe? Both of them are old foxes who have cultivated for thousands of years. In terms of cunning, Yan Shaozhe is no less cunning than Jing Hongchen.

Yan Shaozhe smiled warmly: "Master Hongchen, you've come in person too. I'm truly sorry that I failed to extend proper hospitality to you when you visited our academy last time."

Jing Hongchen's facial muscles twitched noticeably. His experience at the Sea God Pavilion was still fresh in his memory. A level nine defensive soul tool had fallen into the hands of Shrek Academy, and several level nine fixed soul tools he had set up had also been stolen, resulting in heavy losses.

"I heard that Elder Mu of your esteemed institution has passed away? Dean Yan, please accept my condolences. Alas, who could have imagined that our meeting would be our last?"

Yan Shaozhe's face also darkened. The passing of Elder Mu had been a great blow to him. Jing Hongchen was clearly bringing up a sore spot. He simply dropped his pretense and said calmly, "Dean Hongchen, since we have already made an agreement, let's exchange students now. On behalf of Shrek Academy's Martial Soul Department, I welcome your students to come and study."

Jing Hongchen calmly replied, "Alright, I hope Dean Yan will take good care of our students."

Yan Shaozhe smiled calmly and said, "At least I can guarantee that they will learn real skills during their studies at Shrek Academy. I hope that Master Hongchen will show sufficient sincerity in this exchange activity."

Jing Hongchen laughed and said, "Of course, the elites from Shrek Academy will definitely receive the best teaching in Mingde Hall."

Yan Shaozhe smiled and said, "In that case, it's a deal." As he spoke, he raised his right hand.

Jing Hongchen simultaneously raised his palm to strike him. These two old foxes, at least on the surface, were all laughing happily. As for what they were thinking, only they themselves probably knew. Under the guidance of the two teachers, the two academies completed the exchange of positions.

During the exchange between the two academies, Ye Qi'an and Ye Xiyao were already on their way to Sunset Forest.

Since Ye Xiyao was currently unable to fly for an extended period, Ye Qi'an unfurled his enormous dragon wings, slipped his hands under her armpits, and with a powerful flap of his wings, carried Ye Xiyao into the air. The wind howled past their ears, and Ye Xiyao gripped Ye Qi'an's arm tightly, her eyes filled with both tension and excitement.

They soared through the sky, the scenery below constantly changing. Mountains, rivers, forests, and fields unfolded like a scroll beneath their feet. Ye Qi'an controlled the direction of their flight while keeping an eye on Ye Xiyao's condition.

"Brother, you're flying so high!" Ye Xiyao exclaimed excitedly.

"Be careful, don't move around." Ye Qi'an gently reminded him.

Ye Qi'an flew with Ye Xiyao for a full three hours, and in the distance, they could already see the outline of Tian Dou City.

"Brother, let's rest for a while. It's been three hours already." Ye Xiyao's voice was a little tired. Although Ye Qi'an had been carrying her all the way, she had used up a lot of soul power to release her soul power shield to divide the air currents.

Ye Qi'an nodded slightly, found a relatively flat place, and slowly landed. As soon as his feet touched the ground, Ye Xiyao let go of Ye Qi'an's hand and moved her somewhat stiff body.

"Brother, how much longer until we reach Sunset Forest?" Ye Xiyao gazed into the distance, her eyes filled with anticipation.

After thinking for a moment, Ye Qi'an said, "At the current speed, we should arrive in about two more days. Xi Yao, have something to eat first." As he spoke, he raised his hand and gently swiped the surface of his soul tool ring, and a pile of food and water appeared in front of him.

Ye Xiyao didn't stand on ceremony and took the food he offered, starting to eat.

As Ye Xiyao ate her food, she looked at Ye Qi'an with curiosity in her eyes: "Brother, what exactly is the Ice and Fire Yin-Yang Well?"

Ye Qi'an pondered for a moment, then slowly said, "The Yin-Yang Well of Ice and Fire gathers the most extreme ice and fire power in the world. Although the two great dragon kings of ice and fire have perished, their remaining power is still extremely strong..."

Ye Xiyao's eyes sparkled as she nodded and said, "Brother will definitely succeed in breaking the sixth seal."

After finishing their meal and taking a short rest, they resumed their journey. This time, Ye Qi'an did not rush to speed up. Instead, he picked up Ye Xiyao and, after releasing a shield, slowly took off, traveling at a relatively steady speed towards Sunset Forest.

The two hadn't been flying in the air for long when Ye Qi'an seemed to sense something and looked towards the distant sky.

"What's wrong, brother?" Ye Xiyao asked, puzzled.

"Some people with ill intentions have arrived," Ye Qi'an said calmly.

Ye Xiyao wrapped her arms around Ye Qi'an's neck and followed his gaze. A group of people were flying towards them. They flew in a fan shape and slowly changed their formation in the air, surrounding the two of them in a semi-encircling manner.

"Xi Yao, hold on tight." After Ye Qi'an finished speaking, his eyes instantly turned sharp, and with a flick of his right hand, the Heavenly Punishment Sword instantly appeared.

Ye Xiyao nodded and wrapped her arms tightly around Ye Qi'an's neck.

"Sword Two - Pierce the Void!" Ye Qi'an shouted, and the Heavenly Punishment Sword shone brightly, sending a sharp sword aura hurtling towards the group of ill-intentioned people.

Wherever the sword energy reached, those people didn't even have time to scream before they were instantly cut in two, and blood mist spread through the air.

Ye Xiyao, nestled in Ye Qi'an's arms, stared wide-eyed, utterly shocked by the scene before her. Ye Qi'an, behind his mask, remained cold and stern, showing no pity whatsoever.

In this dog-eat-dog world, mercy to the enemy is cruelty to oneself. Ye Qi'an sheathed the Heavenly Punishment Sword and continued flying towards Sunset Forest with Ye Xiyao. After this little episode, Ye Qi'an kept a close eye on the surroundings along the way.

Before long, a vast forest in the distance came into view, and they were about to reach their destination. It was common knowledge for soul masters not to fly over areas inhabited by soul beasts, but that wasn't Ye Qi'an's custom. They continued flying over the Sunset Forest. Since the vegetation here wasn't as lush as in the Star Dou Forest, they could travel at a faster pace.

After traveling for an hour, they had entered the heart of the Sunset Forest. As they went deeper, the vegetation became increasingly dense, and Ye Qi'an had no choice but to stop flying, land slowly, and put Ye Xiyao down.

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(End of this chapter)