Chapter 96: Journey to the Star Dou Great Forest, Spirit Hunting!
Chapter 96: Journey to the Star Dou Great Forest, Spirit Hunting!
"Xiao Wu, give it a try."
Lin Qingmo’s eyes were more serious than they had ever been.
Because he knew the Yearning Heartbroken Red had the effect of hiding a Spirit Beast’s aura, he had to let Xiao Wu try.
Otherwise, it was only a matter of time before her aura as a 100,000-Year Soul Beast was discovered.
Xiao Wu’s face flushed red in an instant.
She stole a glance at Lin Qingmo, her heart fluttering like a trapped bird.
Taking a deep breath, she seemed to have made a monumental decision.
Her fingertips lightly touched the petals, and a wisp of spirit power guided out a mouthful of crimson essence blood.
Pfft...
The droplets of blood fell precisely onto the flower’s stamen.
Immediately after, a miracle occurred.
The previously quiet flower bud suddenly trembled!
Dazzling red light exploded like miniature fireworks, instantly illuminating the area around the two of them.
The light was warm but not blinding, carrying a certain throbbing vitality.
The tightly closed petals unfurled layer by layer, so fast it was as if someone had pressed a fast-forward button.
In almost the blink of an eye, a fully bloomed Yearning Heartbroken Red appeared before them.
Its color was even more vibrant and full than before, so red it looked as if it were about to drip blood.
An indescribable, elegant fragrance wafted out.
It wasn’t strong, but it wafted straight into the nose, sweet and calming to the mind.
"It bloomed! It really bloomed!"
Xiao Wu covered her mouth, her eyes wide with surprise, joy nearly overflowing.
She looked at the flower, then at Lin Qingmo, her heart racing like a drum.
Just now, her mind had been entirely filled with A-Qing.
She really did like A-Qing!
A smile played at the corners of Lin Qingmo’s mouth; the weight in his heart had finally been lifted.
Xiao Wu’s feelings for him could not be faked.
That was enough.
In this World full of hidden dangers, this sincerity was more precious than anything.
"Eat it."
His tone was calm but left no room for doubt.
"Ah? Eat it?"
Xiao Wu was stunned, her face full of reluctance.
"It’s so beautiful... eating it would be such a waste..."
Her fingers gently brushed over the petals; the texture was delicate and warm.
This flower had bloomed for A-Qing.
"It’s an Immortal Grade item, not a decoration."
Lin Qingmo explained patiently, his expression turning solemn.
"Eating it is the optimal choice."
"First, it can completely mask your Spirit Beast aura; even a Titled Douluo might not be able to see through it. Second, it can significantly increase your spirit power. Xiao Wu, you need to reach level 60 as soon as possible to be truly safe."
He thought to himself.
That mess from the original story must never happen again.
This flower must be used this way to be put to its best use.
Xiao Wu bit her lip, struggling internally.
The flower was indeed so beautiful she couldn’t bear to eat it, but A-Qing was right.
Her identity as a Spirit Beast would likely become a burden to A-Qing.
Xiao Wu was always willing to listen to what he said.
"Alright."
She finally took the flower, which seemed to possess a life of its own, closed her eyes, and carefully placed it in her mouth.
The petals melted the moment they entered her mouth.
An indescribable sweet juice exploded on the tip of her tongue and slid down her throat.
Immediately after, a gentle yet majestic energy, like an ocean tide, surged into her entire body!
Like a warm current in winter, it was so comfortable that she let out a moan.
The energy circulated automatically along her Meridians; everywhere it passed, her spirit power became more solid and grew a bit more.
A faint pink halo appeared around Xiao Wu’s body.
Her spirit power fluctuations rose steadily, unstoppable.
Boom!
A wave of air centered on her blew against the corner of Lin Qingmo’s clothes.
Thirty-two, thirty-three, thirty-four... her spirit powerRank soared all the way, finally coming to a steady stop at level thirty-seven!
Five levels in a row!
Xiao Wu opened her eyes again, a sharp light flashing through them before vanishing.
"I... I leveled up?!"
She felt the new power surging within her, both surprised and delighted.
"And, the Spirit Beast aura has disappeared!"
It was as if a large stone that had been weighing on her heart had been gently moved away.
At this moment, Xiao Wu felt completely relaxed.
Looking up at Lin Qingmo, her eyes felt a bit warm.
Anyone could guess how precious this Immortal Herb was.
A-Qing had given it to her without hesitation.
Suddenly, her heart swelled with soft and burning emotions, as if she were soaking in a hot spring.
"A-Qing..."
Xiao Wu’s voice was as soft as a feather, with a clear nasal tone.
"Thank you."
She paused, her cheeks crimson, but her eyes bravely looked directly at him.
"I... I’ve decided!"
After speaking, she took a step forward, wrapped her arms around Lin Qingmo’s neck, and stood on her tiptoes.
Her warm, soft lips pressed against his once more, filled with love.
"!!!"
The young girl’s fragrant breath blew over him, and the sensation on his lips was too clear to ignore.
He could feel Xiao Wu’s inexperience, her initiative, and that unreserved deep affection.
The temperature was rising.
Xiao Wu was clearly a bit lost in the moment, her arms wrapping tighter.
But Lin Qingmo’s remaining rationality was still sounding an alarm.
He took a deep breath and used a bit of force to pick up the limp Xiao Wu by her waist.
Xiao Wu’s eyes were hazy, her cheeks flushed like she was drunk, her gaze naturally charming as it shifted.
Lin Qingmo looked at the beautiful scene before him, his Adam’s apple bobbing.
Two little people in his mind began to fight.
One was shouting: "Go for it! What are you waiting for! She’s already like this!"
The other was calmer: "No, not now, the timing is wrong, and the location is wrong!"
He rubbed his brow and said to himself: "As long as there’s love, it should be fine, right?"
...Three days later.
Early morning.
The Shrek Academy training grounds were still shrouded in a layer of thin mist, and the air was slightly chilly.
"I’ve made a Breakthrough!!!"
Oscar’s wailing and howling shattered the silence.
He bounced on the spot like a spring, the spirit power fluctuations around him clearly at level 30!
"What are you howling for? So noisy."
Ma Hongjun picked his ear, but there was a smile on his face as well.
"Congratulations, Little Ao."
"Hehe, same to you!"
Oscar scratched his head and chuckled foolishly, but his eyes drifted toward Ning Rongrong not far away.
Ning Rongrong was talking to Zhu Zhuqing about something, not looking this way at all.
"..."
Oscar immediately wilted a bit.
Dai Mubai patted his shoulder, his smile a bit forced.
"Alright, get ready to head out."
"Teacher Zhao is leading the team to the Star Dou Great Forest to get you a suitable spirit ring."
His gaze involuntarily drifted toward Zhu Zhuqing’s cold and beautiful profile, and his heart felt a pang of frustration.
He and Oscar were just a pair of brothers in misfortune who were being ignored.
And Tang San felt even worse.
For some reason, he felt that Xiao Wu, standing there talking and laughing with Lin Qingmo, seemed even more beautiful and had a peculiar charm that was very attractive.
Hateful as it was, Xiao Wu’s gaze was never on him... Since Oscar had reached level 30, it was naturally time to hunt for his third spirit ring.
For this hunt, the Shrek Eight Monsters were all setting out together, led by Zhao Wuji.
The group traveled for several days, weary from the journey, and arrived at a small town.
The town was not small, at least three times the size of the village where Shrek Academy was located.
Because it was right next to the Spirit Beast forest and was the closest town to the Star Dou Great Forest, it had become a supply station for many Spirit Masters and was exceptionally lively.
Spirit Masters carrying weapons could be seen everywhere on the streets, talking loudly.
The air was a mix of the smell of alcohol, roasted meat, and dust.
"This one will do; it looks alright."
Zhao Wuji pointed to a hotel ahead with red lanterns hanging from it and waved his hand.
"We’ll rest here tonight to recharge, and tomorrow morning we’ll continue toward the Star Dou Great Forest."
He pushed the door open and shouted loudly, "Waiter!"
The hotel owner was a lean middle-aged man; seeing that Zhao Wuji and the others were extraordinary, he immediately came forward with a beaming smile.
"Please come in, honored Spirit Masters. Are you staying the night or having a meal?"
"Both."
Zhao Wuji tossed out a few gold coins, which clinked together.
"One single room, two doubles, and one for four people."
(End of Chapter)
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