Just as Jiang Bai stepped into the Star Dou Forest, Di Tian opened his eyes.
"Here it comes! The Child of Nature!"
In an instant, he transformed into a colossal dragon, soaring through the sky and heading straight for Jiang Bai's location.
The entire Star Dou Forest erupted in chaos, creatures fleeing wildly at the sound of the dragon's roar.
"This is bad!"
The Soul Douluo sensed the danger and quickly grabbed Jiang Bai and Gu Zhujian by their collars, pulling them away toward the forest's edge. His face was pale.
"How could a hundred-thousand-year soul beast appear in the outer area?"
It was absurd; this was just the outskirts! The distance to the inner circle wasn't any farther than from the Star Dou Forest to the Douling Empire.
How could a soul beast of such age be drawn out? And was it coming for them? Who had they angered?
At this moment, Jiang Bai felt a chill run down his spine. "Could it be aimed at me?"
His guess was spot on.
In an instant, a massive claw descended from the sky, enveloping the three of them, rendering them unable to move. It was none other than Di Tian!
Di Tian wasted no time, flinging the other two away without hesitation.
Apparently, he was in a good mood and had no intention of killing anyone.
Everything happened too quickly, making it seem like a summer dream.
Jiang Bai furrowed his small brow, forcing a smile that looked more like a grimace than anything else.
"Hello there!"
"You're not afraid of me?"
The pitch-black giant dragon spoke with human words, curious about why this little human child wasn't terrified. Was he scared silly or was there something special about this "Child of Nature"?
Di Tian didn't ponder too long; since he had already captured Jiang Bai, he spread his wings and soared high, heading to the core area of the Star Dou Forest, right by the shores of the Lake of Life.
Meanwhile, the Soul Douluo and Gu Zhujian exchanged glances, realizing they had lost the genius with innate full soul power!
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Now, what can a six-year-old child do when surrounded by six ferocious beasts?
Could he play dead?
In the midst of being encircled, Jiang Bai was trembling! The imposing figures of the three beasts, merely standing there, instilled a significant sense of intimidation.
His shaking wasn't merely from fear; it was as if a dramatic background music was playing in his mind.
"Don't frighten the human child!"
Just then, a woman with flowing hair and a gentle, beautiful face stepped forward. It was Bi Ji, who reached out and pulled Jiang Bai into her soft embrace.
Having found his shield, Jiang Bai immediately ducked his head in Bi Ji's plump breasts, clutching on her hips tightly.
Bi Ji felt a slight tingle from this but looking at Jiang Bai's immature age and just how scared he was from this sudden turn of events, she simply chuckled lightly.
After all, Bi Ji was known for her kindness.
On the other hand, how could Jiang Bai not be afraid? Although he did seem to be quite curious regarding the soft curves of Bi Ji's figure, he couldn't focus on it at this moment.
Living in a peaceful era, what kind of transmigrator would just come over and start killing without hesitation? That takes some serious guts.
At that moment, Di Tian also transformed into a human, feeling the unique aura emanating from Jiang Bai.
"I still need to confirm your identity."
"Child of Nature, please demonstrate your martial soul!"
You think I'll just show it to you because you asked? I have my pride to take care of!
But since you're so polite, I guess I'll show you a glimpse.
It's definitely not because I'm scared….
With that thought, Jiang Bai summoned his guardian spirit, the deer spirit.
A rich green light illuminated the area as several wisps of life energy materialized, slowly revealing the ethereal image of a nine-colored deer in front of everyone.
In the next moment, the entire Lake of Life seemed to have been revitalized, releasing a surge of vibrant life energy.
The ferocious beasts encircled around Jiang Bai suddenly became a bit more docile.
Even the bear king, who typically detested humans, found his expression softening instinctually.
The gentle force of life energy soothed all restless thoughts, like basking in the warmth of the sun.
The Ten Thousand Beast King was overjoyed. For plants, the power of life surpassed everything.
His gaze fixed on Jiang Bai, a look of hunger crossed his face.
If he could devour him, perhaps the life force contained within could allow him to surpass Di Tian.
But...
He didn't dare!
He knew well that such thoughts could turn into a disaster, and ultimately end his poor little life as a plant-type soul beast.
"They referred to me as the Child of Nature?" Jiang Bai felt a bit dazed. "What does that even mean?"
All he knew was that in the Legend of the Dragon King in Douluo Continent, Tang Hao became the ruler of the realm, while Ah Yin became the core of nature.
According to netizens' speculation, Tang San had early plans to take complete control of Douluo Continent.
Huo Yuhao was seen as the last resistance against Tang San's ambitions.
Unfortunately, he ultimately failed.
Huo Yuhao ended up becoming Tang San's pawn, transforming into the very person he despised the most.
But could it be... that he really was the Child of Nature?
What did it mean when the God of Destruction came looking for him?
Although the Goddess of Life and the God of Destruction were married, when it came to divine positions, one couldn't be careless.
Hadn't the Goddess of Life stayed away from the God of Destruction when it came to the expansion of the divine realm?
As Jiang Bai's thoughts spiraled into confusion, Bi Ji pinched his cheek gently, bringing him back to the present.
"Little one, you're not being honest. What about your second martial soul?" Bi Ji spoke in a sweet voice.
Although Jiang Bai did seem to like groping on Bi Ji's mellowy buttocks, he didn't let his guard down.
"How did she know?" He felt confused.
"There's a second martial soul?" After absorbing the life energy permeating the air, Di Tian looked at Jiang Bai with curiosity.
As expected of the Child of Nature, he even had a second martial soul!
If he were a soul beast, that would be even better.
In that moment, Di Tian couldn't help but think: If soul beasts can transform into humans, why can't humans become soul beasts?
If Jiang Bai knew his thoughts, he would probably curse him out.
"Want me to become a beast? Dream on!" That would have been his response.
But, of course...
"What exactly do you want from me?" Jiang Bai asked with a bit of caution.
Di Tian extended his hand. "I want you to join us!"
Jiang Bai: ???
"You want me to become a traitor to humanity! Absolutely not! That's a stain I'd never live down!"
Although he did have a bit of a penchant for prosperity, becoming a traitor was out of the question!
"No, you are the Child of Nature. Your presence on Douluo Continent is an honor for us soul beasts!"
Oh, is that so? Then am I really here by choice? I surely shouldn't have been captured, right?
Seeing Jiang Bai's resistance, Di Tian realized that humans needed some incentive to change their attitudes.
Unlike soul beasts, who would submit after taking a beating, humans required more persuasion.
He had become the king of the Star Dou Forest by making the various fierce beasts submit to him through strength.
Otherwise, there was no way the soul beasts could unite.
At a gesture of his eyes, the Ten Thousand Beast King then stepped forward.
Compared to the other ferocious beasts, the Ten Thousand Beast King was obviously more respectful.
Even though this was a human.
After all, the life force of all plants on the Douluo Continent comes from the Natural Core.
And the Child of Nature represents the possibility of obtaining the Natural Core and becoming its successor.
He could be considered the adoptive father of their plant-type soul beasts. It would be shameless for him to act all pompous in front of such a figure of authority.
"Honorable Child of Nature, it's a pleasure to meet you."
"If you are willing to stay in the Star Dou Great Forest, you will not only be the king of my plant-type soul beasts but will also receive this sacrifice!"
The Ten Thousand Beast King placed a small grass before Jiang Bai.
In the next moment, a lush green Blue Silver Grass grew above Jiang Bai's head, emanating a powerful life force.
"What is this? Blue Silver Emperor?"
"A 190,000-year soul beast?"
Jiang Bai was stunned. This seemed to be the Blue Silver Emperor from the Sun Moon Continent.
In the future, Tang Ya will fall into the hands of the Evil Soul Master, only to be found by Huo Yuhao, and this Blue Silver Emperor that is about to undergo a 200,000-year tribulation.
"So… has my fortuitous encounter come?" Jiang Bai swallowed hard.
Rounding up, this would be considered a 200,000-year soul beast.
So, his first martial soul would be a ten-thousand-year soul ring?
This made "becoming a traitor to humanity" not entirely out of the question. In fact, quite reasonable.