Shiren Village

At the gates of Barack Royal City.

Lin Ziyi looked back at the colossal city before him, feeling a slight reluctance to leave.

Though he had only lived here for a little over ten days.

In those ten-odd days, he had enjoyed many pleasures he had never experienced in his previous life, leaving a deep impression on him.

But he knew very well that there were still countless wonderful things in this world waiting for him to experience. There was no need to linger here any longer.

Atop the city gates, Prince Xiao Pu gazed at Lin Ziyi and the two women behind him, his eyes filled with anticipation.

If Lin Ziyi could successfully persuade the other three kingdoms and one duchy, their plan would undoubtedly have a much greater chance of succeeding!

Lin Ziyi looked up at him, smiled, and nodded in acknowledgment.

Just then, a fat man in a black suit came running out from inside the city gates. He stopped directly before the three of them and said breathlessly:

"R-respected sir, may the morning breeze sweep away every obstacle along your journey!"

As he spoke, Babitt handed the bundle in his hands to the young man.

"This is a farewell gift I prepared for you!

"They're all high-quality foods that keep well. You can use them as rations on the road.

"By the God of Wealth, I truly can't bear to see you leave, sir~"

Seeing the beads of sweat on Babitt's forehead, Lin Ziyi patted him on the shoulder in satisfaction.

Though this fat man was somewhat lecherous and often spoke in that annoying translated tone.

Lin Ziyi remembered the care Babitt had shown him during this time.

"You're probably only pretending to be reluctant, aren't you? After all, with me staying at your place, the pressure on you must have been considerable.

"But don't worry. I am not someone who forgets a kindness! I will remember everything you have done for me!

"As long as you remain sufficiently devout, I will sooner or later grant you ample rewards!"

Upon hearing this, Babitt could not help becoming excited.

"Oh! My God of Wealth! This is simply wonderful!

"I will certainly heed your instructions and quietly await your return!"

Lin Ziyi nodded and stored the bundle in the Misty Treasure Vault.

After waving to Babitt and Xiao Pu on the city wall, he led Tushan Lingling and Bloody Mary toward the southeast!

Suotuo City, which also belonged to Barak, lay in that direction.

Lin Ziyi planned to enter the Star Dou Great Forest from south of Suotuo City and investigate why the Titan Giant Ape had appeared on the outskirts of the Star Dou Great Forest...

As milky-white Soul Power enveloped Lin Ziyi and Bloody Mary's bodies.

The three of them flew straight into the sky and sped toward Suotuo City at astonishing speed!

However, Suotuo City was quite far away.

Even at the speed Tushan Lingling could fly with them, it would take nearly three days to arrive.

That evening, Lin Ziyi suddenly spotted a fairly large village below, with wisps of cooking smoke rising from it.

Seeing that it was already evening.

Lin Ziyi did not want Little Fox to endure the elements with him, so he had her bring them down near the village.

Standing at the village entrance, Lin Ziyi saw three words carved into the stone monument beside it:

"Shiren Town."

The arrival of Lin Ziyi's group of three was undoubtedly something new for such a remote village.

Especially when it was a handsome young man like Lin Ziyi accompanied by two stunning beauties—it was absolutely enough to stir up the entire village!

When the three of them entered the village, they saw quite a few people standing in their doorways or by their windows, staring at them with shining eyes.

Lin Ziyi could not help feeling somewhat helpless.

It was one thing for him to be handsome, but the two women behind him were both devastating beauties.

Tushan Lingling in particular had become even more alluring after becoming a woman. She was practically a walking hormone stimulant!

Bloody Mary was no less impressive.

Though she no longer had that flirtatious air about her, her voluptuous figure and glamorous makeup still gave off a deadly allure without her even trying!

It seemed that whenever they went elsewhere in the future, he would need Tushan Lingling to use an Illusion Technique to alter their appearances and turn them into ordinary-looking women.

That way, they would not draw so much attention again...

When the three reached the center of the village, they saw an elderly man leaning on a cane walking straight toward them, attended by a man and a woman.

Before Lin Ziyi could offer a greeting, the old man cupped his hands first.

"Greetings, three guests. I am the Village Chief here, Liu Sheng.

"Our village rarely receives visitors. May I ask where you three have come from?"

Lin Ziyi smiled in reply.

"Greetings, elder. The three of us came from Barack Royal City.

"We are heading to Suotuo City and happened to pass through your village. We hope to rest here for one night and leave early tomorrow morning.

"This is a silver Soul Coin, which can serve as our lodging fee. Please accept it."

Hearing this, the old man chuckled merrily, his face breaking into a kind smile.

"Not a problem, not a problem. There happens to be an empty house next to mine. If you three do not mind, you can rest there for the night.

"I'll have my daughter go and tidy it up for you first. You can take a stroll around the village for now.

"Once you've seen enough, my son can take you back. As for your money, we won't accept it.

"It's rare for the three of you to visit, and you'll be leaving tomorrow morning. Allow this Village Chief to do my part as a host."

Seeing that the Village Chief refused to accept it, Lin Ziyi did not insist. After thanking him, he watched the Village Chief leave with his daughter.

However, Lin Ziyi and the other two did not know that after the Village Chief and his daughter turned around, they suddenly bared their mouths full of dark-red fangs at the same time!

As for the Village Chief's son, the middle-aged man named Liu Qiang remained behind.

Liu Qiang looked very honest. Though he did not speak much, he was extremely welcoming:

"Three guests, let me show you around the village.

"Though our village is remote, we have formed a self-sufficient way of life.

"As it happens, our village is holding a Soul Master competition today. If you three are interested, you can go watch the excitement.

"If you can take first place, there will be generous rewards!"

"Oh?" Lin Ziyi's interest was piqued. "What reward?"

"Ten jin of rice!" Liu Qiang said excitedly.

Hearing that answer, Lin Ziyi was visibly stunned for a moment, then gave an awkward smile.

"Mm. That is indeed a generous reward! In that case, let's go have a look."

Seeing that the young man had agreed, Liu Qiang was delighted and immediately led the three of them excitedly toward the southern part of the village.

Along the way, Liu Qiang seemed to ask casually, "Little brother, are you a Soul Master?"

Lin Ziyi pondered for two seconds before nodding slightly.

"Yes, but I'm only level twelve. I'm a piece of trash without even the slightest talent."

"Level twelve? That makes you a true Soul Master! That's already incredibly impressive!"

Liu Qiang could not help praising him.

"The competition our village is holding is called a Soul Master competition, but it is really just a group of Soul Masters who have not even reached level ten brawling among themselves.

"If you participate, you will definitely take first place in one stroke!

"If you can win the top prize, our family will get another ten jin of rice!"

Seeing the expectant look on Liu Qiang's face, Lin Ziyi smiled and nodded.

"Fine, I'll give it a try. If I win first place, those ten jin of rice will count as our lodging fee!"