Chapter 67: Fierce Beasts Gather, Reunion with Di Tian
"Alright, I've already explained the reasons to you. Can we finally talk properly now?"
Seeing that everything had been laid out clearly, Scarlet King prepared to get down to business. After all, his task still wasn't complete.
With the other side showing this attitude, Golden Crocodile Douluo also relaxed his guard somewhat, no longer as resistant as before.
"Please, go ahead."
With the appearance of Di Yue, Golden Crocodile Douluo and the others realized that this matter was far more complicated than they had imagined. If mishandled, it would likely become even more troublesome.
"In truth, the matter is very simple. Regarding what was discussed last time—we've agreed."
"???"
Golden Crocodile Douluo and Guang Ling froze for a moment. It wasn't that they didn't understand—rather, they were simply shocked.
They hadn't expected that something Xiao Bai had casually blurted out back then would actually be agreed to by the other party.
And judging from the current situation, it was obvious they weren't joking at all. After all, they had even brought the person over.
Faced with such an abrupt development, Golden Crocodile Douluo and Guang Ling found themselves unable to make a decision for the moment.
"Well… please allow us some time to discuss this internally."
Scarlet King shrugged, indicating that they could take their time. He wasn't in a hurry anyway.
Golden Crocodile Douluo and the others then gathered together and began discussing the matter.
After all, this was no longer just about two children—it involved cooperation between the Spirit Hall and a hidden top-tier force.
If handled well, the Spirit Hall might gain an extremely powerful ally.
Di Tian's strength was obvious to all, and Scarlet King standing before them was likewise incredibly powerful.
Moreover, it was very possible that on the other side, there were quite a few powerhouses of this level.
Such a formidable force was something the Spirit Hall was more than willing to befriend. After all, having one more friend is far better than having one more enemy.
The prerequisite, of course, was that there was no conflict of interest between the two sides.
From the current perspective, there didn't seem to be any, and the other party also appeared quite sincere.
If it were an ordinary faction, Golden Crocodile Douluo and Guang Ling might have already agreed.
But this situation was somewhat special—after all, the other side's target was Fan Chen, not the Spirit Hall itself.
That made things difficult. Who knew whether the other party had additional motives?
After all, they had no idea who the other side really was, while the other side seemed to know them very well.
With information asymmetry between the two sides, neither of them could make a firm decision.
And at present, only the two of them were here—Qian Daoliu and the others were not.
Golden Crocodile Douluo didn't have the authority to decide this matter outright, but rejecting it on the spot also felt inappropriate.
After some thought, the two of them finally turned their gaze toward Fan Chen.
"Xiao Chen, what do you think?"
Golden Crocodile Douluo shot Fan Chen a meaningful look, signaling him to step forward and temporarily refuse the other party's request.
The two of them were in an awkward position to say such words—having Fan Chen do it would be much more appropriate.
Fan Chen naturally understood their intention, but he had different thoughts.
Golden Crocodile Douluo and the others didn't know who the other party was—but he did.
They were literally standing in the other party's home base right now. Saying the wrong thing would mean none of them would be able to leave alive, okay?
But he couldn't say this outright. If Golden Crocodile Douluo found out that the two before them were soul beasts in human form, that would be disastrous.
The moment he revealed it, Scarlet King would probably attack on the spot.
Moreover, Fan Chen was now one hundred percent certain that they were already surrounded.
With the Three-Eyed Golden Lion here, Di Tian and the other fierce beasts had to be lurking somewhere nearby.
"I think… we should just agree."
The moment Golden Crocodile Douluo heard this, he was completely dumbfounded.
So all the looks he'd been giving were for nothing? Or had Fan Chen misunderstood his meaning?
"Xiao Chen, this matter is extremely important. You can't make such a decision lightly."
Guang Ling also spoke up sternly at this moment.
"I know. But can you trust me this once?"
"This matter began because of me, and it should end with me. I'll handle it properly."
Fan Chen's tone was firm. It was obvious he wasn't joking—he truly intended to deal with this matter himself.
Seeing this, Golden Crocodile Douluo and Guang Ling both frowned slightly, but they didn't say anything further.
After a brief silence, the two of them decided to let Fan Chen handle the matter on his own.
Their expressions, however, were filled with helplessness. After all, they had no other options at this point.
Under the guidance of Golden Crocodile Douluo and Guang Ling, Fan Chen then took the initiative to approach Scarlet King and Di Yue.
"I agree to your request. However, I have a small request of my own that I hope you can agree to."
Standing before Scarlet King, Fan Chen looked up at him. The Eyes of Bai Ze granted him the ability to see through illusions.
At such close range, combined with the circulation of his soul power, Scarlet King's disguise was essentially useless to him.
In Fan Chen's eyes, Scarlet King was nothing less than a colossal three-headed Scarlet Devil Hound, while he himself was as insignificant as an ant.
When their vastly unequal gazes collided, Scarlet King quickly noticed something in Fan Chen's eyes.
He froze for a moment, then swiftly regained his composure.
"Please, go ahead."
Scarlet King deliberately softened his tone as much as possible. After all, he had learned about Fan Chen's situation from Di Tian.
He didn't want to scare Fan Chen and end up suffering backlash from the power of fate—he couldn't withstand that.
"I want to meet the others. Don't worry, I'll go alone."
"Xiao Chen!"
Golden Crocodile Douluo's expression changed instantly as he shouted to stop him.
The other party's target was Fan Chen. Sending him alone was no different from delivering a lamb into a tiger's mouth.
"Trust me, Master."
Fan Chen turned back and glanced at Golden Crocodile Douluo, his youthful face filled with unwavering determination.
"Since you've noticed us, then come over and meet us."
Di Tian's voice rang out as several terrifying auras surged forth from the surroundings.
Each of these auras was incredibly powerful, and most of them were even stronger than Scarlet King.
Golden Crocodile Douluo and Guang Ling's expressions turned extremely grim. They hadn't expected that they were already surrounded.
No wonder Fan Chen had said such things—he must have already sensed something.
Faced with this scene, Fan Chen's expression remained unchanged. He simply shifted his gaze toward Di Yue.
"You go over to my master's side. Let's treat this as an exchange of hostages."
Fan Chen knew that this wouldn't actually accomplish much. With Di Tian and the others' strength, instantly suppressing Golden Crocodile Douluo and reclaiming the Three-Eyed Golden Lion would be effortless.
His true purpose was merely to give the others some peace of mind.
Di Yue glanced at Scarlet King, who nodded in response.
She then walked directly toward Fan Chen's group, while Fan Chen himself stepped forward toward Scarlet King.
"Don't worry. I'll be back soon."
At this moment, Fan Chen turned his head toward Qian Renxue and gave her a reassuring look.
Qian Renxue was in complete turmoil right now. She was terrified that Fan Chen would leave and never return.
But faced with the situation before her, she knew there was nothing she could do—she could only watch helplessly as Fan Chen left with Scarlet King.
Xiao Bai reached out with a paw and gently patted Qian Renxue's arm in comfort, the golden runes on its horns flickering.
A gentle energy flowed into Qian Renxue's body, soothing her chaotic emotions.
"Sister, don't worry. Big Brother will come back."
Fan Chen didn't bring Xiao Bai along because there was no need.
Even if Xiao Bai went with him, it wouldn't make much difference. It was better for it to stay by Qian Renxue's side so she wouldn't worry too much.
Meng Xiaoyan also walked over to Qian Renxue and softly comforted her.
"It's fine. He'll definitely come back."
No one understood Fan Chen better than Meng Xiaoyan—after all, they had spent the most time together.
Though she and Fan Chen often bickered, their relationship was actually very close.
Fan Chen understood Meng Xiaoyan, and Meng Xiaoyan understood Fan Chen just as well.
In her eyes, Fan Chen's greatest trait was that once he promised something, he would do everything in his power to fulfill it.
Since he had promised Qian Renxue that he would return, he definitely would.
Golden Crocodile Douluo and Guang Ling watched Fan Chen's departing figure with extremely complicated expressions.
They never imagined that dignified Titled Douluo like themselves would one day be forced into a situation where a child had to step forward in their place.
Humiliation—an overwhelming sense of humiliation spread through their hearts.
Their dignity was mercilessly shattered at this moment and trampled underfoot.
Even though they knew the other party wouldn't do anything to Fan Chen, this feeling of disgrace continued to gnaw at their nerves without pause.
They had no choice but to silently accept this humiliation and quietly wait for Fan Chen's return.
Di Yue stayed by Golden Crocodile Douluo and Guang Ling's side, curling up as she hugged Jin Bao in her arms, sitting quietly nearby.
Her gaze was also fixed on the direction Fan Chen had left. She didn't speak—she simply sat there silently, completely still.
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Deep within the forest.
Under Scarlet King's guidance, Fan Chen arrived at a vast clearing.
Several figures stood within it, one of whom was none other than Di Tian—the same figure Fan Chen had encountered in Spirit City before.
Di Tian looked at Fan Chen, who had been brought over by Scarlet King, and Fan Chen likewise looked at Di Tian.
Their gazes met, and Di Tian grinned.
"We meet again."
"Yes, we meet again. This time, how should I address you?"
"Beast God Di Tian… or the Golden-Eyed Black Dragon King?"
End of Chapter