Douluo Continent: Reincarnated as the Rock King Emperor, Wandering the Mortal World

Chapter 25: The Inner Circle

Qian Renxue had already arrived at the inner perimeter of the Star Dou Great Forest, where the soul beasts were gradually becoming stronger.

The outer perimeter of the Star Dou Great Forest is mostly inhabited by ten-year-old soul beasts.

Occasionally you might encounter some hundred-year-old soul beasts, but the majority are ten-year-old soul beasts.

Once inside, you'll find mostly hundred-year-old soul beasts, some even five or six hundred years old or older.

Thousand-year-old spirit beasts often appear there.

A soul beast's combat power is related to its age, race, and bloodline.

Some top-tier soul beasts, despite their relatively short lifespan, possess formidable combat power!

For example, Titan Ape, Dark Gold Devil Claw Bear, etc.

After arriving at the inner perimeter of the Star Dou Great Forest, Qian Renxue slowed down considerably, no longer charging recklessly as before. Now she needed to be wary of the soul beasts that might ambush her at any moment.

Of course, it's not quite accurate to say it's overly cautious.

Ordinary thousand-year-old soul beasts are no match for her; only soul beasts approaching ten thousand years old can cause her any trouble.

It's just a minor annoyance.

The inner area was much darker than the outer area. Even though it was noon, it was very cold and gloomy, indicating that the light was extremely low.

The main reason is that the trees here are much taller, and their leaves block out the sun, so very little light can penetrate through the layers of leaves.

Whether it was due to luck or not, Qian Renxue arrived at the core area without being ambushed by any soul beasts, and could be said to have had a smooth journey.

"It'll be soon. This nearly 30,000-year-old Radiant Tiger King is perfect for my sixth spirit ring."

Qian Renxue murmured to herself and continued on her way to her destination.

Like Soul Masters, Soul Beasts also have different attributes.

Most ordinary soul beasts do not have attributes; only some elites possess attributes.

Most of them are single-attribute, but of course there are also soul beasts with two or even three attributes.

Attributes are divided into basic attributes and elemental attributes. Basic attributes include strength, defense, and mental strength.

Elemental attributes include wind, fire, lightning, earth, water, light, darkness, and space.

The Tiger King of Light – you can tell from its name that this tiger's attribute is light.

Of course, as the king of beasts, its strength and such are not weak either.

For Qian Renxue, it is a perfect match for her martial soul.

"Zhongli, it's so dark here. Shall we go back?"

Paimon put one hand on Zhongli's shoulder and said, trembling slightly.

She was genuinely scared; the Soul Beast Forest was no fun at all!

The roars of beasts could be heard from time to time, making Paimon somewhat terrified.

"Paimon, stay within five meters of me. No soul beast can detect you."

"If you're sure you want to go back, then let's go back. This trip is over."

Hearing this, Paimon was taken aback and instinctively said, "Won't we be discovered?"

"That's only natural!"

"Hey, why?"

Zhong Li: "..."

With his strength, wouldn't it be an easy thing for him to not let these soul beasts find him?

"Damn it, why didn't you say so sooner? You scared Paimon to death!"

It won't be detected. It's a bit dark, but it's not a big problem. Just be careful.

"You didn't ask..."

Paimon: "..."

Do I need to ask this kind of question proactively?

The two continued on their way, following in Qian Renxue's footsteps at a leisurely pace.

Since learning that there is no danger if Zhong stays within five meters of the surrounding area.

Paimon grew bolder, looking around curiously.

A snake coiled in a big tree, a bear resting on a small hillside...

In this location, there is no distinction between day and night, except that the temperature is lower at night, which serves to differentiate between day and night.

Therefore, predators often appear during the day as well.

Along the way, Zhongli and Paimon had already seen several hunting sites.

Time passed, and about an hour later, Zhongli and Paimon, who were leisurely following behind Qian Renxue, suddenly saw a holy light.

"Forehead……"

When Zhong Li saw this light, he was completely dumbfounded.

Is this really the young master of the Spirit Hall?

The core area is like a pitch-black night, and this light is fatally tempting to soul beasts!

It might attract some powerful soul beasts.

After thinking for a moment, Zhong Li shook his head.

Qian Renxue's martial soul is a six-winged angel, with attributes of light, fire, and purification.

It's normal for her to have such special effects when she releases her martial spirit.

I hope my worries are unnecessary.

Zhong Li shook his head and continued walking slowly toward the "battlefield".

"Roar~"

With a roar, the Bright Tiger King attacked Qian Renxue.

It could sense that the human in front of it possessed a very pure light attribute, and if it devoured her, it would be able to take the next step very soon.

This is an opportunity!

Humans living in the mere Fifth Ring Road dare to challenge it!

The wisdom of ten-thousand-year-old soul beasts is no less than that of humans; they also know how to think independently.

Faced with Qian Renxue's sudden intrusion, the Bright Tiger King was furious!

"Zhongli, Qinghe has transformed!"

"No, it's a martial spirit possession!"

"It has wings! How beautiful!"

Zhong Li glanced sideways, his eyes twitching. It seemed that the agreement with Paimon was of little use.

"Zhongli, can Qinghe defeat this big tiger?"

Paimon said with a hint of panic, “This Bright Tiger King is five or six meters long, and its whole body is snow-white. With just one roar, it has the power to withstand ten thousand men.”

Xue Qinghe is so weak and frail that she doesn't even seem like a match for the Bright Tiger King. Could she possibly defeat him?

"From a purely rational standpoint, this tiger king is no match for her."

Zhong Li stroked his chin and said without changing his expression.

An ordinary quasi-Soul Emperor would naturally be no match for this Bright Tiger King, but Qian Renxue is no ordinary Soul Emperor!

With a little care, dealing with the Light Tiger King is a piece of cake.

"what?"

Paimon was very surprised. He pointed at Qian Renxue, then at the Bright Tiger King, and said, "Their physiques are so different, can Qinghe really defeat the big tiger?"

"Paymon, just watch quietly."

Suddenly, as if sensing something, Zhong Li frowned and subconsciously looked into the depths of the Star Dou Great Forest.

"Zhongli, what's wrong with you?"

"There's a slightly stronger soul beast heading this way at top speed."

"What?!"

Paimon exclaimed, "Powerful?"

"Zhongli, let's run quickly!"

"Oh, right, let's take Qinghe with us!"

Although he hadn't yet sensed the power of that soul beast, Paimon didn't doubt Zhongli's words.

If Xue Qinghe is already having such a hard time dealing with this big tiger, she might have to stay here today if an even stronger one were added to the mix!

That won't do! Xue Qinghe is treating her to a good meal; he's a good person!

"It's alright, it's just one..."

(End of this chapter)