Lake of Life, Silver Figure

Every tree was incredibly thick; even several people together would have struggled to wrap their arms around one.

And every tree towered into the clouds, each at least several hundred meters tall.

Their immense canopies blocked out the sky and sun. Even with the blazing sun hanging high overhead, the forest remained rather dark and damp.

Layers of fallen leaves covered the ground, rotting into the soil and occasionally mingling with the bones of unknown Soul Beasts, giving off an indescribably nauseating stench.

As Su Yu walked, he had to watch his step carefully. If he was not careful, he would sometimes step into mud and end up covered in filth.

The three continued onward. Su Yu occasionally raised a hand to wipe the sweat from his forehead. The long journey, coupled with such a harsh environment, drained a great deal of stamina.

Enduring the foul smell, Su Yu took out some fruit and began eating.

After downing two fruits, Su Yu had recovered much of his strength.

Striking while the iron was hot, by noon, Su Yu and the other two finally emerged from the dense forest.

Before them stretched a flat expanse of land. Though towering trees still stood around them, the ground was quite dry.

Without that disgusting stench, Su Yu immediately felt much more comfortable.

Su Yu did not know that they had already entered the true core region of the Star Dou Great Forest.

After walking for less than another half hour, Su Yu suddenly felt a mist of water wash over his face.

The vapor was fresh and carried traces of life energy, making him feel utterly refreshed.

Sure enough, after walking less than five hundred meters farther, a vast lake appeared before them.

The lake was incredibly broad, its waters crystal clear like a pristine jeweled mirror.

A faint mist rose from its surface, refracting rainbow-colored radiance beneath the blazing sun.

At that moment, a gentle breeze blew past, and the water vapor that greeted him left Su Yu feeling thoroughly refreshed.

More than half of the fatigue from the journey vanished.

"It's so beautiful!"

Su Yu murmured involuntarily. The boundless clear waters made his entire heart and mind feel open and expansive.

"This is the source of life within the Star Dou Great Forest, the Lake of Life."

"From now on, this will be where you cultivate."

Uncle Tian stepped forward and patted Su Yu on the shoulder. "You and Aunt Bi stay here for a while. I have some matters to take care of first."

"Okay, Uncle Tian!"

Su Yu answered, then took two steps forward. Looking at the clear lake, he could not help reaching out and swishing his hand through the water.

The lake water was cool and refreshing, extremely comfortable.

Uncle Tian gave Aunt Bi a meaningful look, then walked off to the side.

Aunt Bi nodded lightly and went to Su Yu's side to look after him.

In the core region, within a place of darkness.

A figure knelt on one knee, bowing respectfully toward the presence deeper within the darkness.

Deep in the shadows, a silver glow flickered in and out of sight.

"Di Tian pays his respects to Master."

The tall figure knelt on the ground. His features were imposing, and Golden Pupils gleamed in his eyes.

Who else could that familiar face be but Uncle Tian?

"Di Tian, do you have something important to report?"

A clear female voice came from the darkness. It was indifferent, yet carried a weighty authority.

"Reporting to Master, by your order, Di Tian has cared for Su Yu for more than six years. Yesterday, Su Yu successfully awakened his Martial Soul. It was indeed Dragon God Power."

Di Tian lowered his proud head, his expression respectful.

"I already know of this matter. Yesterday, I sensed the fluctuations of Dragon God Power."

The faint voice came from the darkness.

"Master, is Su Yu's identity truly genuine?"

"Dragon God Power would never appear without reason in an ordinary human. Furthermore, he was born in Dragon Valley and resonates with the Dragon God Core. There can be no mistake about his identity."

"Master, then Su Yu truly is...?" A trace of excitement entered Di Tian's voice.

"Yes. It can basically be confirmed that he is indeed the Dragon God Remnant Soul Reincarnation."

The female voice gave a soft assent, seemingly carrying a hint of indescribable emotion.

"Is there anything else to report?"

The female voice sounded once more.

"There is one more matter. This time, Su Yu had a sudden intuition, so this subordinate brought him to the Extreme North to awaken his second Martial Soul..."

Di Tian recounted everything in detail without concealing a thing.

"Heaven and Earth Blessing, a choice made by the World Will?"

The female voice murmured to herself, as if contemplating something.

After a moment, her voice rang out again. "Di Tian, from this day onward, Su Yu will be the Young Master of our Soul Beast clan. Remember, you must protect him at all costs."

"Yes!"

Di Tian froze briefly before nodding heavily.

"This subordinate will surely give everything he has to protect the Young Master. Please rest assured, Master."

"Mm, go."

"This subordinate takes his leave!"

Di Tian gave a deeply respectful bow before withdrawing.

"Dragon God Power, Child of the World... Su Yu, perhaps this child will be the hope of our Soul Beast clan."

A soft murmur slowly echoed through the darkness.

Beside the Lake of Life, Su Yu sat by the shore with both feet directly soaking in the water.

The cool lake water seeped into his pores, bringing an indescribable sense of ease and comfort.

"System, check in!"

Su Yu called out in his mind.

"Ding! Today's check-in was successful. Congratulations, Host, you have obtained 100 Gold Soul Coins. You have checked in for two consecutive days. Please keep up the good work."

"100 Gold Soul Coins. Sure enough, starting from the second day, there isn't anything good."

Su Yu was not surprised. That was just how check-ins worked.

Daily check-in rewards were always ordinary.

If he wanted something good, he would probably need monthly or yearly check-ins.

As for weekly check-ins, the rewards would probably be nothing special either. He had already prepared himself mentally.

"Mm, this feels great!"

Su Yu splashed the water with his feet while taking out another fresh fruit to gnaw on, feeling utterly at ease.

Uncle Tian, who had just arrived, could not help twitching at the corner of his mouth when he saw Su Yu's actions.

Using the water of the Lake of Life to soak his feet—this brat was probably the first.

But there was nothing he could do. This was a little ancestor; what else could he do but pretend not to see it?

"Cough, cough!"

Still, he coughed twice to announce his arrival.

"Huh, Uncle Tian, you're here. Come soak your feet too. It's really comfortable."

Su Yu did not stand on ceremony at all, fully embracing the local customs.

Uncle Tian's brow twitched, but he held it in and forced out a smile.

"Yu'er, there is something I have never told you."

"Today, I will make it clear to you."

Uncle Tian's expression was solemn, and his tone was more serious than ever before.

Su Yu paused, pulled his feet from the lake, and put on his shoes.

"Uncle Tian, just tell me whatever it is."

Su Yu seemed to sense something as well. His little face tightened, turning serious.

At that moment, Aunt Bi stepped forward too, her emerald, watery eyes fixed directly on Su Yu.

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