Douluo Continent: Tonight, a Fairy Tale Descends

Zhao Wuji sighed inwardly as he looked at Dai Mubai, who was barely suppressing his anger.

He knew that Dai Mubai was proud and arrogant, and today's defeat must have been a big blow to him.

But there was nothing I could do; I was simply outmatched and had to accept my fate.

Zhao Wuji's gaze swept over Tang San and Cinderella again.

The two little monsters stood at the back of the crowd the whole time, expressionless, as if everything happening before their eyes had nothing to do with them.

Especially Tang San, whose calm eyes revealed no emotion, but Zhao Wuji always felt that this kid was definitely mocking Dai Mubai in his heart.

Needless to say, Zhu Zhuqing's gaze towards Dai Mubai was filled with nothing but cold contempt, and even a hint of pleasure.

This team isn't united.

Zhao Wuji was irritated, but he dared not show it on his face.

Last night's lesson was too profound; the words of that black-clad Title Douluo still echoed in my ears: "If I find out again that you dare to bully them..."

Zhao Wuji shuddered and dared not think any further.

He took a deep breath, clasped his hands in a fist salute to Chao Tianxiang, and said, "Senior, since the soul ring has already been assigned, we will not disturb you any longer. Farewell."

Chao Tianxiang smiled slightly: "Take care."

Her gaze swept across the faces of the Shrek Academy students, lingering especially on Tang San and Cinderella for a moment.

These two children didn't say a word from beginning to end, but the fluctuations of their soul power were not weak.

Especially the black-haired boy, whose eyes were so calm that they didn't look like a twelve-year-old child.

Chao Tianxiang thought to herself: This Shrek Academy is full of hidden talents.

However, now is not the time to delve into this. We are still absorbing the spirit ring and cannot afford to be distracted.

Zhao Wuji nodded, then turned to the group and said, "Let's go."

"Teacher Zhao, Oscar's spirit ring..." Ma Hongjun whispered a reminder.

Zhao Wuji said irritably, "Keep searching! The Star Dou Great Forest is so vast, are you afraid we won't find a suitable soul beast?"

He spoke without much conviction.

The Phoenix-tailed Crested Serpent is indeed one of the most suitable soul beasts for Oscar. If you miss this one, it will be difficult to find an equally suitable one.

But there's nothing we can do; circumstances are beyond our control.

Zhao Wuji led the group and turned to leave.

Before leaving, Dai Mubai gave Xiao Wu one last deep look, the resentment in his eyes almost tangible.

Xiao Wu simply tossed her scorpion-tail braid, her pink eyes filled with indifference.

Chao Tianxiang watched Zhao Wuji and the others leave until they disappeared into the depths of the forest before she finally breathed a sigh of relief.

She turned to look at Xiao Wu, her eyes full of praise: "Xiao Wu, thank you so much for today."

Xiao Wu smiled sweetly: "Grandma, you're too kind. You're still my friend, so it's only right that I help you."

Chao Tianxiang nodded, her opinion of the pink-haired girl rising even higher.

He possesses extraordinary talent and formidable strength, yet remains humble and sincere in his dealings with others.

Such a child is destined for greatness.

"Oh, right, Grandma," Xiao Wu suddenly remembered something, "it still takes time for him to absorb the spirit ring. Should we stay here and guard it?"

“Yes.” Chaotianxiang nodded. “Absorbing a thousand-year soul ring is risky, so I must protect you the whole time. Xiaowu, if you are tired, you can rest for a while.”

"I'm not tired." Xiao Wu shook her head, her pink eyes gazing into the depths of the forest. "I'm just a little..."

Before she could finish speaking, Tianmeng Bingcan's voice suddenly rang in her mind: "Little Wu! Your little brother is on his way!"

Xiao Wu was startled: "Little brother? What little brother?"

“It’s a Titan Ape!” Tianmeng Ice Silkworm said casually.

Titan Ape, isn't that Erming?

Xiao Wu was stunned.

How did Erming end up here? This is the outer edge of the Star Dou Great Forest!

Xiao Wu was filled with doubts and even a little panicked.

Erming is the gatekeeper beast of the core area of ​​the Star Dou Great Forest, and he never goes too far from the Lake of Life on a normal day.

Its enormous size and terrifying aura would inevitably cause panic among human soul masters if it appeared in the outer areas, and might even attract powerful figures at the Title Douluo level.

"Little Wu, don't worry." Tianmeng Bingcan's lazy voice rang in her mind, with a hint of understanding.

"What else could it be? It must have sensed your presence."

"Sensed my presence?" Xiao Wu was taken aback.

“That’s right,” Tianmeng Ice Silkworm explained.

“Although you have transformed into human form, your original aura will not change. Erming must have noticed you entering the Star Dou Great Forest immediately.”

A warm feeling welled up in Xiao Wu's heart.

But she quickly calmed down.

No.

We absolutely cannot let Erming come over!

This is the outskirts of the forest. Not only are Snake Granny Chaotianxiang and the soon-to-arrive Dragon Lord Meng Shu present, but also the Shrek Academy group that just left. If Erming were to actually appear, the situation would completely spiral out of control.

The appearance of a 100,000-year-old soul beast at the Title Douluo level in the outer area is enough to cause an earthquake. Those greedy human soul masters will swarm in like sharks smelling blood. At that time, not only will Erming be in danger, but her identity will also be very likely to be exposed.

"Tianmeng, do you have any way to stop Erming?" Xiaowu asked anxiously in the sea of ​​consciousness.

"Hehe, of course I do." Tianmeng Ice Silkworm's voice carried a hint of smugness.

"When it comes to fighting, I'm just average. But when it comes to mental strength, I'm at the million-year level. Passing on a message is a piece of cake."

As soon as she finished speaking, a vast and boundless spiritual energy silently emanated from Xiao Wu.

Meanwhile, deep within the Star Dou Great Forest, about twenty miles from where Xiao Wu was.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

The heavy footsteps shook the earth, and the trees along the way fell to either side like stalks of wheat.

A giant ape, as large as a small mountain, was running wildly through the forest. It was over fifteen meters tall, covered with thick black fur, and had bulging muscles, exuding explosive power.

What is particularly striking are the two mounds on its shoulders, and its large, lantern-shaped yellow eyes, which are now gleaming with excitement and eagerness.

It was the 100,000-year-old soul beast, the Titan Giant Ape Erming.

It did indeed sense Sister Xiaowu's presence!

Although the aura had become weak and unfamiliar, mixed with the scent of human soul power, Erming would never mistake the unique fluctuations belonging to the Soft Bone Rabbit deep within its origin!

Sister Xiao Wu is back!

She went into the forest!

Erming was so excited he wanted to roar to the sky, but he remembered that the Great Ming Azure Bull Python had warned him that Little Wu was now in human form and he had to be careful.

So it suppressed the urge to roar, and simply quickened its pace, running wildly in the direction from which the aura was coming from.

It wants to see Sister Xiaowu!

Immediately! Right now!

However, just as it was getting closer and closer to its target, a familiar voice seemed to ring directly in its mind: "Erming, stop."

Chapter 293 Meng Shu

Erming's massive body suddenly stopped, carving two deep furrows beneath his feet.

Its huge yellow eyes blinked, revealing a hint of unbelievable surprise.

"Tianmeng?" Erming responded with his mental power, his voice rolling in his mind like muffled thunder.

"Is it Sister Xiaowu who is looking for me?"

“It’s me. Erming, don’t get agitated. Xiaowu can’t see you right now,” Tianmeng Bingcan replied.

"Why?" Erming asked anxiously, "So I can be careful and not scare those humans..."

"It's not a matter of whether it's scary or not." Tianmeng Bingcan's voice became more serious.

"Xiao Wu is currently in human form, learning and growing in the human world. She has other human soul masters with her, including a Soul Emperor and a Soul Douluo who is about to arrive. Your appearance now will put her in an extremely dangerous situation. What will those humans think once they discover that Xiao Wu has a connection with a 100,000-year-old soul beast?"

Erming fell silent.

Although it was simple-minded, it wasn't stupid. It understood what Tianmeng was saying.

Xiao Wu is currently disguised as a human. If humans discover that she has a connection with a 100,000-year-old soul beast, then her disguise will be completely exposed.

At that time, Sister Xiaowu will become the prey of all human soul masters, just like those who hunted down Aunt Arou back then...

The thought of that possibility filled Erming with a heart-wrenching anger and lingering fear.

"Then... what should I do?" Erming's voice lowered, filled with grievance and resentment. "I really want to see Sister Xiaowu... my older brother and I miss her so much..."

"I know." Tianmeng Bingcan's tone softened a bit.

"Xiao Wu misses you too. But now is not the time. Er Ming, be good, go back first. Tell Daming that Xiao Wu is doing well, she has a new opportunity and is rapidly becoming stronger. When she is strong enough, or finds a suitable opportunity, she will come back to see you."

Erming stood rooted to the spot, its massive body casting a large shadow in the moonlight. It gazed resentfully in the direction from which the aura had come, its yellow eyes filled with longing.

But it knew that Tianmeng was right.

It cannot put Sister Xiaowu in danger because of its own longing.

“Okay…” Erming replied sullenly.

"Tianmeng, you must protect Sister Xiaowu. If she is in danger, you must tell me. My brother and I will come immediately, even if it means turning the entire Star Dou Great Forest upside down, we will save her."

"Don't worry," Tianmeng Ice Silkworm solemnly promised, "With you, Brother Tianmeng, here, no one can hurt Xiaowu."

"All done." Tianmeng Ice Silkworm's voice echoed in Xiaowu's mind again. "That big guy went back. Don't worry, he listens to advice."