Go Go Go! Let's Go!

Chen Song tossed a handful of pine nuts to Big White. Big White excitedly leaped up, caught them precisely, and chewed them with a satisfying crunch. Blissfully, it spun in circles, mumbling praises, "Woof woof! Delicious! The pine nuts Big Brother gives are so fragrant! A million times better than that clumsy ox!"

Kui Niu: "I @#￥%...!"

"Alright, alright, Big White, hurry up and grow! I want to ride the dog!"

Kui Niu gazed longingly at Chen Song, as if to say, Little Master, isn't this old ox good enough to ride? You don't want this old ox anymore!

Chen Song coughed dryly, "Ahem, it's mainly because after we go back, you'll be my Martial Uncle Tongtian's mount. It wouldn't be appropriate for me to ride you, right?"

Big White was fluffy and looked incredibly soft. In contrast, Kui Niu's back was bare and rough. A fool would choose that!

"Okay, Big Brother! I guarantee it's a million times more comfortable than that hard ox back! Woof!" Big White glanced smugly at Kui Niu.

Then, it took a deep breath. Its already round body rapidly expanded like an inflating balloon, soon becoming a whole circle larger than Kui Niu's combat form. It floated low in the sky like a giant, fluffy white cloud.

Chen Song leaped lightly, his entire body sinking into Big White's thick, soft, and warm long fur. He was so comfortable he almost moaned.

"Ohoho! This feeling! Yes! That's the feel! So awesome!" Chen Song rolled around on Big White's back, finding the most comfortable position to lounge. He grabbed another handful of pine nuts, popped one into his mouth, and tossed another into the air ahead.

Kui Niu instinctively opened its mouth and caught it. It chewed, and indeed, it was fragrant. The slight grievance in its heart was quickly soothed by the delicious food.

"Big White, open your mouth!"

"Awooo~" Big White precisely caught the pine nut thrown its way, chewing even more happily, its tail wagging like a windmill. "Thank you, Big Brother! Big Brother is so good! Woof!"

A swift, crimson auspicious cloud drifted by. Reclining on the cloud was a Daoist wearing a bright red robe, with a kind face and a hint of lazy amusement in his smile.

The red-robed Daoist saw the bizarre combination of a "black and white pair" and a "cloud lounger" from afar:

Leading the way was a one-legged, hopping Kui Niu, entirely black, accompanied by wind and thunder, yet it was quietly munching on snacks.

Behind it floated a giant, fluffy, cloud-like beast, upon which a leisurely pine nut-eating Daoist in green robes was lounging.

Occasionally, pine nuts were tossed from the white cloud, landing precisely in the black ox's mouth ahead, forming a strange feeding line.

Chen Song lay on Big White's incredibly soft back, feeling the gentle breeze on his face, eating snacks, enjoying the scenery, and listening to Big White's occasional flattery and Kui Niu's chewing sounds. He felt that life in the Great Wilderness was simply too pleasant.

Daoist Hongyun's curiosity piqued. He guided his auspicious cloud closer, wanting to see which Daoist friend was so adept at enjoying life.

Kui Niu was focused on its journey and catching snacks when it suddenly noticed someone blocking its path. Its ox eyes widened.

It had just been bullied by Big White and nearly "lost favor." It was still holding a grudge. Seeing someone approach, it felt a surge of protectiveness (for its food) and wanted to impress its Little Master.

"Moo! What fellow Daoist dares to block my Little Master's path! Eat this ox grandpa's hoof!"

Kui Niu roared, forgetting the pine nuts in its mouth. Wind and thunder surged around it, and its single hoof condensed with lightning, ready to kick towards the red cloud!

Daoist Hongyun was startled by the sudden attack, then chuckled, "Oh my, what a fiery ox!"

He didn't stand up, merely flicked his sleeve. It seemed effortless, yet a gentle, irresistible force surged out, like an all-encompassing sea of clouds. It lightly enveloped Kui Niu's fierce wind and thunder strike, dissipating it into nothingness.

Not only that, but the cloud energy also wrapped around Kui Niu's massive body, gently pushing it away like a ball. It spun several times in the air before stopping, dizzy and disoriented. Although unharmed, it was truly in a sorry state.

"Moo???"

Kui Niu lay on the ground, its ox brain a bit muddled. What was going on today? First, it was sent flying by the fluffy white creature, and now it was toyed with by a cloud? The Great Wilderness was too dangerous!

"Tsk, old ox, old ox, why did you have to provoke him?"

Chen Song propped himself up on Big White's back, placing a hand on his forehead in exasperation.

He had recognized the red-robed Daoist long ago. While Daoist Hongyun was indeed a good person, his strength was genuinely top-tier. Wasn't Kui Niu just asking for a beating?

Daoist Hongyun chuckled as he looked at Chen Song on Big White's back. Just as he was about to speak, his gaze fixed on Chen Song's face. He scrutinized him for a moment.

"I was wondering who had such an interesting mount and... uh... pet ox. So it's you, little pine tree! It's been a thousand years. You've actually taken in such companions? Interesting, interesting!"

Chen Song also smiled and cupped his hands. "Senior Hongyun, are you well? My clumsy ox didn't recognize your greatness and offended you. I hope you'll forgive him."

"No harm, no harm. This ox is straightforward and quite amusing."

Daoist Hongyun waved his hand, completely unconcerned. His gaze then shifted to Big White, especially noticing its incredibly comfortable fur and those curious black bean eyes.

Daoist Hongyun smiled, "This white dog is even more extraordinary. Daoist friend, you truly have good fortune!"

Upon hearing someone praise it, and a powerful being at that, Big White immediately perked up. Its fawning nature was fully exposed as it wagged its tail and moved closer.

It looked up at Daoist Hongyun expectantly, "Woof woof! Senior has good taste! Little White here has no other skills, just looks handsome and has soft fur! Does Senior want to come up and sit for a while? It's super comfortable! As long as... as long as you give me some good food!" It then licked its lips.

Those stronger than it were "Little White," while those weaker were "White Lord." As for Chen Song, calling him anything was fine; whoever provided milk was mother!

Daoist Hongyun burst into laughter, amused by this lively creature. He found this group incredibly interesting.

Being naturally unrestrained, he didn't stand on ceremony. He flickered his body and lightly landed on Big White's back, sitting beside Chen Song. He comfortably stroked the fur beneath him.

"Mmm! It's indeed soft! Even more comfortable than my cloud bed!"

Big White felt the unfathomable yet gentle aura emanating from Daoist Hongyun, and... a faint scent of spiritual fruit that made its mouth water. Its tail wagged even more vigorously.

Daoist Hongyun looked at Chen Song and smiled, "Little Pine Tree, where are you headed?"

Chen Song shrugged. "Just wandering around, no particular destination."

Daoist Hongyun's eyes lit up. "That's perfect! Why don't you come with me to Wuzhuang Temple? He still has a lot of Ginseng Fruits there! Those fruits of his are the best in the Great Wilderness!"

Actually, Daoist Hongyun just wanted to play the games Chen Song had played with the Ancestral Witches in Purple Heaven Palace! But he would never admit it; it would be beneath him!

"Ginseng Fruit?!" Before Chen Song could speak, Big White, beneath him, abruptly lifted its head. Its beady black eyes widened, and a stream of drool instantly soaked a small patch of its fur.

"Is it that super fragrant fruit you took out and ate before, Big Brother?! Woof woof woof! I wanna go! Big Brother! Let's go! We have to go!"

It didn't even care that two big shots were riding on its back, directly twisting its massive body and starting to act spoiled: "Please, please! Big Brother! Senior Hongyun! Take this doggy along! This doggy will be your dog for life! Woof!"

Chen Song was also tempted. Ginseng Fruit! Although Hongyun had given him a few before, who would ever have too much of this stuff? Plus, he could check in at the legendary Wuzhuang Temple!

He forced himself to remain calm, cupped his hands towards Hongyun, and said with a smile, "Senior Zhenyuanzi's Ginseng Fruit, this junior also likes it very much. Since Senior has so kindly invited me, this junior will gratefully accept and not stand on ceremony."

Seeing that they had agreed, Hongyun became even happier, thinking he'd have company on the journey.

He looked at Big White below, drooling profusely, and found it amusing. He reached into his sleeve and pulled out another plump, rosy, lifelike fruit, resembling a baby, and casually tossed it to Big White: "Look at how greedy you are! Here's one for you to taste!"

Big White let out an excited howl, caught the Ginseng Fruit precisely, and swallowed it in one gulp without even looking. After chewing twice, its fur instantly seemed to become even more lustrous and translucent. It closed its eyes in comfort, emitting happy "woof woof" sounds.

"Wuwuwu! Delicious! So delicious! Thank you, Uncle Hongyun! Uncle Hongyun is even more generous than my Big Brother! Woof woof!"

Chen Song: ???

Aren't you guys? You're a dog! Where's your loyalty?

After finishing the fruit, Big White's motivation instantly went through the roof. Without needing any urging, it actively adjusted its direction and roared, "Hold on tight, everyone! Destination: Wuzhuang Temple! Super Big White Express, departing! Woof woof woof!"

Carrying Chen Song and Hongyun, under Hongyun's direction, it galloped excitedly towards Wuzhuang Temple, its speed incredibly fast, turning into a white streak of light.

The Kui Niu, forgotten in its original spot: "..."

(Is anyone reading this?)