The Affection of the Beast Kings, Qian Ren Shang's Happy Life!
"It seemed I truly wasn't a qualified mother... But that child was the offspring of that beast Qian Xun Ji. I wasn't wrong to treat him that way, was I?"
"Besides, I really didn't kill him... That's right, I wasn't wrong. It was all that child's fault. Why couldn't Qian Ren Shang endure it a little longer? Once I killed Qian Xun Ji, my anger would have subsided."
"Then I could have given him a little Maternal Love... Didn't he long for my Maternal Love?"
Bibi Dong tried to talk herself through it, like a drowning person desperately grasping for driftwood on the surface. She truly did not want to admit that she was wrong.
How could Bibi Dong possibly be wrong?
Smack!
In her fury, Bibi Dong shattered the bedframe with a single palm strike, her expression twisted into something terrifying.
She had figured it out. This was all Qian Ren Shang's fault. He had insisted on leaving on his own. Now that Qian Xun Ji was dead, Bibi Dong had been willing to give him a little Maternal Love, but he was the one who had refused it.
"Bastard spawn, bastard spawn... Even after leaving, he still won't let me have peace. Now that he's left me, he must be living a miserable life!"
Bibi Dong thought viciously. She felt that even if Qian Ren Shang had somehow survived outside, he would surely be living terribly. How could anyone possibly like such an annoying child?
For all she knew, he was sleeping on the streets and fighting wild dogs for scraps!
"Leave... You'll definitely regret leaving now. When the time comes, even if you want to come back and kneel to beg me, it'll be impossible!"
Bibi Dong said angrily. She had already decided that she would swiftly seize control of Spirit Hall. As for Qian Ren Shang, she would never think about him again.
"She would never regret it!"
"Never!?"
As if speaking to herself, Bibi Dong stormed out of Qian Ren Shang's room and issued orders to the Maids.
"Smash it... Smash this room to pieces. From now on, no one is allowed to approach this place."
"It disgusts me."
"And no one is allowed to discuss that child ever again... Otherwise, I'll make her pay a price beyond imagination!"
The Maids were bewildered, not knowing why Bibi Dong was angry, but they still nodded in agreement.
Star Dou Great Forest, Core Circle!
Sunlight filtered through the dense branches and leaves, scattering dappled patches of light. The place was brimming with life and vitality. Towering trees soared into the clouds, their verdant branches interwoven to form a natural green canopy.
Flowers of every color competed in beauty, releasing enchanting fragrances that drew vibrant butterflies to dance among them. Birds sang merrily from the branches, their clear calls echoing through the forest.
Within this vibrant forest, a child of around three years old ran freely.
His tiny figure brimmed with energy, and his laughter, as crisp as silver bells, echoed through the air—so joyful, so carefree.
Di Tian and several other Beast Kings stood nearby, all watching the child with gentle expressions.
Even their imposing faces had become incomparably soft, their eyes filled with affection and concern.
A gentle breeze carried the fragrance of flowers and grass. The child's laughter, the birdsong, and the murmur of the stream intertwined, forming a warm and beautiful scene.
It filled even the originally deathly silent Core Circle of the Star Dou Great Forest with warmth and joy.
"After so many tens of thousands of years... I never thought a child would stir my state of mind."
Di Tian stood with his arms crossed, his expression complicated. After discussing matters with Gu Yuena over the past few days, they had directly cast aside their former restraint.
A group of Beast Kings had begun sincerely interacting with Qian Ren Shang. They quickly discovered that this child truly seemed to possess some kind of magic, able to warm one's heart with ease.
He was like sunlight!
Xiong Jun beside him was also somewhat moved.
"Isn't that the truth? That child's smile seems to hold magic. Even I can barely take it... It's really hard to be harsh with him."
"Three months of care. I hope this child can be happy for a little longer. Consider it a period of relaxation before our great undertaking."
Ten Thousand Demons King said expressionlessly from the side. Qian Ren Shang was indeed a good child, but compared to the future grand plan of the Spirit Beasts, he still seemed somewhat insignificant.
As they watched Qian Ren Shang playing in the distance, the Beast Kings continued to tease one another.
"Look at Master's smile... I've never seen Master smile so happily before."
"Indeed. Master is practically like a human little girl now... How strange."
"Damn, those women are actually playing games with the little guy... How childish."
Xiong Jun seemed to have spotted something and spoke disdainfully. At that moment, a figure suddenly darted out.
"If you aren't playing... then I will. The games Qian Ren Shang came up with are genuinely interesting."
It was Scarlet King's voice, and the expressions of the Beast Kings instantly changed.
That sneaky bastard!
Ding! You have received affection from Scarlet King. Reward: Host's Innate Soul Power increased by one level.
Ding, having sensed Xiong Jun's affection, the Host's Innate Soul Power increased by one level!
Ding, having sensed Beast God Di Tian's affection, the maximum age limit of the first Soul Ring increased by 5,000 years!
Ding... having sensed Bi Ji's affection.
Ding, having sensed Gu Yuena's utmost affection, the Host has been awarded a God-given Soul Ring. It has been placed in the System Space and may be claimed at any time.
Qian Ren Shang had truly never been this happy in his life. He could run about as freely as he pleased, and he had gained many "big friends."
Di Tian was cold, but deeply responsible. Xiong Jun looked simple and honest, but was actually very humorous. Ten Thousand Demons King looked sinister, but was in fact remarkably thoughtful. Scarlet King looked lecherous, but actually...
As for the two women, Bi Ji and Zi Ji, there was no need to mention them. The two of them practically spoiled Qian Ren Shang as if he were a child.
And then there was Gu Yuena.
Qian Ren Shang looked at Gu Yuena, who was soaking her feet by the Lake of Life, and unconsciously smiled.
"How nice... Even though Uncle, Auntie, and Big Sis are all deceiving me, it's still good as long as they're willing to deceive me."
Qian Ren Shang smiled faintly and murmured in a voice only he could hear.
In truth, he understood everything. Qian Ren Shang was not stupid. He knew these humans were powerful Spirit Beasts in human form. How could they possibly accept him so easily?
The reason for this change was most likely that there was something on him that they needed.
Qian Ren Shang guessed that it was probably related to his strange bloodline.
But Qian Ren Shang had no complaints. So what if they had an ulterior motive? These Spirit Beasts had never owed him anything to begin with, and Qian Ren Shang could now tell that their kindness toward him was sincere.
If one day they needed his help, even if the price might be enormous... Qian Ren Shang would not refuse.
That was life. A day spent crying was still a day; a day spent smiling was still a day.
Qian Ren Shang was willing to be happily confused like this!
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