Star Dou Great Forest, Core Circle!
Xiong Jun lay sprawled on the grass like a lump of mud, his massive body pressing a large crater into the ground.
It scratched its belly with its paws while muttering, "Oh my god, all they do is shut themselves in.
This life is more bitter than eating bitter melon.
It's so boring I could grow mushrooms on my body!" "
After that kid Qian Renshang left... it really feels like this place is getting bigger and more boring.
I wonder what's going on over there!"
"I, Old Bear, also want to go out and play..."
Red King sat on a large tree branch, swinging his legs, a blade of grass between his teeth, looking utterly hopeless:
"That's right... this lousy place, all I do is shut myself in.
There's not even anything to amuse me. My little heart is about to go crazy from being cooped up!" "
When that kid Qian Renshang was around, the card game he invented was really fun... it's a pity you roughnecks don't play it."
"Sigh... When will Qian Renshang come back? I want to go hunting with him!"
Not far away, Zi Ji paced back and forth among the flowers, her beautiful skirt nearly torn by the branches, constantly complaining,
"Growing flowers is such a hassle... I don't know how Qian Renshang managed to keep it up all this time, sigh..."
Bi Ji leaned against a large rock, listening to everyone's complaints and couldn't help but smile.
For so many years, this group of people had never really been angry... and all the Beast Kings were talking about the same name!
Qian Renshang!
Bringing this child back had truly added a touch of brilliance to the otherwise dull lives of all the Beast Kings.
"Qian Renshang... you're truly an extraordinary person... In all these years, you're the first person that Xiong Jun and the other roughnecks have been thinking about so much,"
Bi Ji remarked.
At this moment, Xiong Jun suddenly stood up, waving his large paws and shouting, "No, no, I can't take it anymore! If this keeps up, I'll go crazy!"
"How about... we go out and find that kid Qian Renshang!"
As a result, he accidentally knocked down a small tree next to him.
The Demon King was so frightened that he fell off the tree and landed face-first in the dirt, which made everyone burst into laughter.
Zi Ji laughed so hard she couldn't stand up straight: "Oh my, Demon King, your pose is so graceful!"
The Demon King remained silent, his face dark, and turned to glare angrily at Xiong Jun, who acted as if he hadn't seen her at all.
"I'm serious... why don't we all go out and have some fun?
Now that our lord has gone out, it doesn't seem very interesting for us to stay here!"
Xiong Jun continued to suggest.
"That's not a good idea... after all, protecting the core area is our mission."
"Exactly, what if something happens here?"
The others hesitated, but were clearly somewhat tempted.
Their lifespan as soul beasts was too long; they could easily go into seclusion for thousands or even tens of thousands of years.
Last time, the humans were incredibly weak, but this time, upon waking, they were surprised to find that the continent had changed masters, and they were very curious about the human world.
Just as the beast kings were extremely excited, Di Tian, dressed in a black robe and looking extremely domineering, appeared out of nowhere.
He spoke in a resounding voice.
"No need to worry so much... My lord has spoken with me, she'll be back with Qian Renshang in a few days!"
The words caused an uproar!
"Really? Hahaha, that's great..."
"I can hunt with that brat Qian Renshang again!"
"I want to play cards..."
"I want to eat his cooking!"
The beast kings exclaimed excitedly, while Di Tian was utterly exasperated.
Whose territory was this anyway?
Why did that little brat Qian Renshang seem more popular than him, the Beast God?!
"When that kid comes back... I'll have to give him a good beating!"
Di Tian thought viciously.
...
...
Time flew by, and three days later!
Qian Renshang and Gu Yuena hurried towards the core of the Star Dou Great Forest, covered in dust.
Qian Renshang's clothes were covered in dust, his hair was somewhat disheveled, and his face showed signs of fatigue, but his eyes were full of anticipation.
Gu Yuena's skirt was stained with weeds and mud, and her face showed signs of fatigue, but her steps remained firm.
Qian Renshang was panting heavily, his body exhausted, but his joy was overwhelming.
As he walked, he excitedly said to Gu Yuena,
"Finally back here! I'm so happy! I wonder how Uncle Chi, Uncle Xiong, and Aunt Biji are doing?"
Gu Yuena smiled slightly and replied,
"It seems that after all these years of my slumber… you really got along well with them, your bond is so deep!"
"Yes, they're all like family to me…"
Qian Renshang said cheerfully, but Gu Yuena suddenly asked, her lips curving slightly.
"And me? Am I family to you too?"
"You… not entirely!"
Qian Renshang blushed as he answered, Gu Yuena asking curiously.
"Why am I not entirely…"
"Because… you're the one I want to protect, Sister Nana, you're different!"
Qian Renshang said earnestly, his bright eyes fixed on Gu Yuena.
In his eyes, Sister Nana was certainly family, but he didn't intend to stop at just family!
Facing Qian Renshang's burning gaze, Gu Yuena blushed and turned her head away.
This kid is getting bolder and bolder; she's almost losing control of him!
Gu Yuena lamented inwardly.
"Let's hurry, Sister Nana!"
Qian Renshang changed the subject, but couldn't suppress his excitement, his pace quickening unconsciously.
Sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled shadows on them.
Soon, Qian Renshang finally arrived at the core of the Star Dou Great Forest.
As soon as he looked up, familiar faces came into view.
Xiong Jun's robust physique was particularly striking, excitedly waving his thick arms;
Di Tian stood tall and imposing, his dignified face now full of warmth;
Bi Ji smiled gently, her eyes full of concern; Zi Ji, the Demon King, and the Crimson King also stood by, eagerly awaiting their arrival.
They stood outside the Lake of Life, as if they had been waiting for a long time.
Sunlight shone on them, casting a warm glow.
Their faces beamed with joy, smiles as warm as the spring sun, dispelling Qian Renshang's weariness from the journey.
"Welcome home!"
They suddenly shouted in unison, their voices echoing through the forest.
These simple four words were filled with boundless affection and longing.
The beast kings spoke as if welcoming their children home to their parents.
Qian Renshang's eyes instantly welled up with tears, his heart surging with emotion.
He strode forward, his voice trembling with excitement:
"I'm back!"
The crowd gathered around him, Xiong Jun's rough laughter rustling the leaves:
"Haha, kid, we've been waiting for you to come back!"
Di Tian stepped forward and gently patted Qian Renshang's shoulder:
"It's good to be back."
Bi Ji held Gu Yue Na's hand, showering her with concern, the atmosphere filled with joy!
(End of Chapter)
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