(A quick reminder: During the Douluo First Era, characters from Douluo Second or Third Era do not exist. So even if Yuan Longxuan wreaks havoc in the Star Dou Forest, the Ten Fiends of Douluo Two or Gu Yue Na of Douluo Three will not appear.)
Deep within the inner regions of the Star Dou Forest, Yuan Longxuan strolled leisurely.
Around him, the thousand- and ten-thousand-year-old soul beasts instinctively kept their distance, sensing the overwhelming aura radiating from his body.
This made his path through the forest completely unobstructed.
Although the forest was vast, he didn't rush. It was his first time exploring so deeply, and he intended to take a proper tour, observing the local beasts and terrain.
The subtle Dragon God aura emanating from him, combined with the power of a Level 99 Seal-Holding Douluo, forced all soul beasts to vanish within five hundred meters.
As he wandered, a sudden burst of violent energy caught his attention. The intensity was remarkable.
"Interesting… two hundred-thousand-year soul beasts fighting each other?" Yuan Longxuan mused.
The aura wasn't something ordinary beasts could emit.
Besides the Titan Giant Ape and the Sky-Blue Bull Python, the only other notable creature here was Xiao Wu, a ninety-thousand-year-old white rabbit.
"Let's go see if there's anything worth collecting," he said, eyes glinting.
In the next moment, Yuan Longxuan vanished from sight.
The soul beasts hiding nearby sensed his departure and cautiously returned to their territories.
Soul Beast A: He… he's gone? I thought I was done for!
Soul Beast B: I really thought we were finished…
Soul Beast C: Wait, aren't humans our mortal enemies?
Soul Beasts D–G: What the heck?!
The forest's air was refreshing, with trees far thicker and sturdier than Earth's Amazonian forests....some nearly as wide as two men could embrace.
Suddenly, a thunderous crash shook the ground.
The sound of bone snapping and the grind of collision filled Yuan Longxuan's ears.
Before him, two towering beasts....Titan Giant Ape and Sky-Blue Bull Python...were attacking a sleek, black tiger radiating a faint purple-black glow.
"That… Dark Demon Evil God Tiger? I didn't expect it to face off against the Titan Ape and Sky-Blue Bull Python," Yuan Longxuan whispered.
He settled in to watch, enjoying the dramatic battle between massive ape, serpentine beast, and the Dark Demon Tiger.
The scene was far more vivid than any animation from his previous life.
But Yuan Longxuan was not one to watch without enjoying himself.
[Congratulations, host purchased Roasted Chicken (Hundred-Year Soul Beast Overalls, Basketball Chicken) ×1]
[Congratulations, host purchased Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Wine ×1]
Now this was a proper feast. He savored it as the two giant beasts were sent spinning by the clever maneuvers of the Dark Demon Tiger.
Meanwhile, the Titan Giant Ape suddenly sniffed the air.
"Big brother… why do I smell wine?"
"Slap!" The Sky-Blue Bull Python swiped its tail across the Titan Ape's head.
"You only think about eating! Hurry up and drive the beast away, or Mother Wu and Xiao Wu will be in danger!" Python scolded.
"Yes, big brother," the Ape replied, still sniffing the intoxicating aroma of wine and roasted meat.
"Slap!" Another tail strike reminded the Ape to get moving.
"Charge! Move!" the Python barked.
Watching this interaction, Yuan Longxuan suppressed a laugh.
The two giants, despite their immense strength, were being treated almost like naughty children.
Yet where was Xiao Wu? He knew the heroine of this era loved lively events, so her absence was puzzling.
Soon, he realized the reason.
A small white rabbit, with a tuft of pink fur on its head, had stealthily approached during the chaos.
The rabbit, yet to transform into humanoid form, was preparing to "attack" Yuan Longxuan.
And Yuan Longxuan had just the solution for such a tiny ambush....he needed a cushion, a giant plush pillow.
Two and a half minutes later, the rabbit, now subdued, quietly offered its pristine white belly as a cushion for Yuan Longxuan.
Two enormous, fluffy paws rested comfortably on his shoulders. This oversized "toy" was irresistible, even to someone as powerful as him.
"Glug glug," he sipped the Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Wine, feeling completely relaxed.
Back on Earth, he had often dreamed of having such a giant plush for comfort. Now, on Douluo Continent, that fantasy was finally realized.
"Mmm," he savored the roasted chicken. "Delicious."
The battle between the Dark Demon Tiger, Titan Giant Ape, and Sky-Blue Bull Python unfolded before him, perfectly paired with his food and drink.
Yuan Longxuan knew this trip had been worthwhile.
"Glug… glug…"
Wait—what was that? Did the plush have a hidden massage function? The slight trembles beneath him were unexpected.
The white rabbit (still in untransformed form) grumbled inwardly. So hungry… this human's chicken and wine smell amazing…
Yuan Longxuan ignored her murmurs, continuing to enjoy his feast while browsing the system store.
[Item: Low-Level Slave Mark; Price: 0]
[Item: Mid-Level Slave Mark; Price: 0]
[Item: High-Level Slave Mark; Price: 0]
[Item: Super Slave Mark; Price: 0]
"Hmm, the Super Slave Mark can control soul beasts from ten thousand to under one million years… Not bad at all," he noted.
He was thrilled by these zero-cost purchases.
The Dark Demon Tiger was estimated to be around forty to fifty thousand years old, making it a perfect candidate for a mount. And the precious gems inside? No need to destroy it....his system already had over 99,999 in stock.
This system was far superior to others that relied on tedious missions or choices. Yuan Longxuan loved the effortless acquisition of powerful assets.
A mischievous grin crept across his face. Collecting this tiger as a mount would make for an amusing twist of fate.....he imagined the protagonist who relied on those gems for a comeback would be shocked.
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