In the Heart of the Star Dou Forest: A Startling Reunion
Within the Cavern
Zhu Zhuqing nestled comfortably in Su Bai's embrace, his gaze lingering on her fiery form, desire igniting within him again. But with the unborn child in mind, he suppressed his urges, knowing he couldn't afford to act recklessly. For now, patience was his only option.
Under Su Bai's devoted care and protection, Zhu Zhuqing's perception of him had begun to shift. Coupled with the imminent arrival of their child, she had started to accept this unconventional way of life.
"Zhuqing, I have something for you," Su Bai murmured, his hand gently caressing Zhu Zhuqing's slender waist, breaking the silence.
Zhu Zhuqing looked at him curiously, a hint of anticipation in her eyes. She knew that anything Su Bai offered must hold great value.
During these days, she realized that despite being a soul beast, Su Bai genuinely cared for her. However, his boundless energy sometimes overwhelmed her. Thankfully, with her pregnancy, he refrained from any reckless behavior lest it harm her.
"Close your eyes," Su Bai instructed softly.
Obeying his command, Zhu Zhuqing closed her eyes as he used a Soul Evolution Card on her—a reward he had obtained earlier, meant for humans. Now, it was Zhu Zhuqing's turn to benefit from it.
"All done," Su Bai announced, prompting Zhu Zhuqing to open her eyes.
Upon opening them, Zhu Zhuqing was surprised to find nothing in Su Bai's hands and disappointed. Was Su Bai playing a prank on her?
As if sensing her thoughts, Su Bai chuckled softly. "Summon your martial soul and see."
Puzzled, Zhu Zhuqing complied, summoning her martial soul. To her amazement, her martial soul had transformed into a Nine Lives Spirit Cat, surpassing its previous state and exuding an air of elegance.
With the enhanced power from her evolved martial soul, Zhu Zhuqing felt her strength increase significantly, several times stronger than before. This was the result of the Soul Evolution.
"What have you done to me?" Zhu Zhuqing exclaimed, astonished by the transformation.
The method of causing her martial soul to evolve was beyond her comprehension.
"Just a little trick, nothing to worry about," Su Bai reassured her casually.
Rolling her eyes at his nonchalant demeanor, Zhu Zhuqing couldn't help but feel moved. Su Bai's care and concern for her were undeniable.
Moreover, now that she was carrying Su Bai's child, she had subconsciously accepted him. This life didn't seem so bad after all.
She looked at Su Bai with affectionate eyes and leaned in to kiss him on the cheek, leaving him pleasantly surprised.
Observing Zhu Zhuqing's initiative, Su Bai knew he had won her. Ready to reciprocate, he was about to act when his brows furrowed.
He heard Tang San and the others calling out for Zhu Zhuqing.
Disturbed by the commotion, Su Bai decided it was time for Zhu Zhuqing to meet them.
"What's wrong?" Zhu Zhuqing asked, noticing Su Bai's expression.
"Follow me," Su Bai said, annoyed by the disturbance. After all, Zhu Zhuqing already belonged to him, and he intended to introduce her to the others.
Su Bai embraced Zhu Zhuqing and vanished from the cave without further ado.
Somewhere in the Star Dou Forest:
"Zhu Zhuqing, where are you?"
"Zhuqing, we've come to rescue you!"
Tang San and the others were still shouting.
Suddenly, Su Bai appeared with Zhu Zhuqing.
Tang San and the others were momentarily stunned, then elated.
However, their joy quickly turned to suspicion as they noticed Zhu Zhuqing clinging to Su Bai's arm, their intimacy evident.
Even as Su Bai assumed human form, his aura remained unchanged. Tang San recognized him immediately as the 100,000-year soul beast in dragon form.
"He's the 100,000-year soul beast in dragon form!" Tang San exclaimed, his astonishment evident.
"What?!"
The group was stunned.
"How is this possible?!"
Theoretically, a soul beast that has lived for 100,000 years and transformed into human form would need to start over; they can't revert to their original form!
Most distressed, Yu Xiaogang felt as if his research had been shattered into pieces.
"Xiaogang, forget about theories for now. Let's focus on saving people first!"
Liu Erlong, always hot-tempered, was ready to take action without hesitation.
She believed that even a 100,000-year soul beast could be dealt with with their Spirit Fusion abilities.
Yu Xiaogang and Flender had no choice but to agree.
Under their Spirit Fusion, a golden dragon appeared above them.
Sneering, Su Bai waved his hand, causing the golden dragon to vanish instantly.
Liu Erlong and the others coughed up blood, their faces filled with horror.
Su Bai's power was frightening. Even a Titled Douluo would struggle to defeat him, yet Su Bai had done it effortlessly.
After defeating them, Su Bai's gaze fell on Liu Erlong.
Her voluptuous figure clad in tight-fitting clothes caught his eye, stirring something within him.
Now that Zhu Zhuqing was pregnant, perhaps Liu Erlong could provide company.
However, before he could make a move, Zhu Zhuqing spoke up: "You can go now. I'm not going anywhere."
"Why?"
Dai Mubai couldn't accept it and asked, "Is he threatening you?"
"Don't worry. Ning Rongrong has gone to seek help from the Title Douluo of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School. We'll definitely rescue you," Dai Mubai reassured.
"No need," Zhuqing replied coldly, taking Su Bai's hand.
"I'm already carrying his child. Please don't disturb our lives anymore. I'm fine now."
"A child?!" Dai Mubai staggered back, his face pale as if struck by lightning.
The others were stunned into silence, their astonishment palpable at this unexpected disclosure.