Mature Beauty Meng Yiran

At the break of dawn.

Mu Chen waited downstairs early, and soon Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, Tang San, Ning Rongrong, as well as Xiao Dai, Xiao Ao, and Xiao Ma arrived one after another.

After finishing breakfast, Mu Chen led the group to continue their journey, and they soon arrived at the outer perimeter of the Star Dou Forest.

However, before much time had passed, Mu Chen sensed something approaching them rapidly.

"Hum--!"

With a wave of his hand, Mu Chen's terrifying soul power transformed into a massive white-gold dragon claw.

Seeing this, Xiao Wu and the others behind him were momentarily stunned before immediately becoming vigilant.

"Teacher, has something happened?"

Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, and Tang San quickly gathered around Mu Chen, with Ning Rongrong following closely behind.

"Just a little snake!"

Mu Chen's expression was cold.

Under the watchful eyes of the group, the dragon claw suddenly snatched into the forest ahead, and a strangely shaped "little snake" was caught in its grasp.

Tang San stared at the "little snake," asking in surprise, "Teacher, is that a Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent?"

"Correct, about sixteen hundred years old." With a thought from Mu Chen, the giant dragon claw slowly shrank, and finally, the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent landed in his hand.

"I intend to find a plant-type soul beast for your third soul core, so this Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent is not in my considerations; it can be absorbed by Xiao Ao later."

Mu Chen examined the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent.

At this moment, the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent was exceptionally docile in his hand, even trembling.

The dragon might radiating from Mu Chen suppressed all low-level dragon-type soul beasts, and since the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent belonged to the sub-dragon category, it was naturally suppressed as well.

"Teacher Mu, is that really okay?" Oscar stepped forward quickly, rubbing his hands together, his eyes filled with excitement.

He never expected that he would be able to obtain his third soul ring first; he had assumed Mu Chen would help Tang San find his third soul ring before assisting him.

Truly, when luck arrives, nothing can stop it.

"It is, but before that, there is another matter that needs to be resolved."

Before Mu Chen had even finished speaking, he looked toward the front.

They saw an old woman and a young girl, each holding a serpent-headed cane, landing not far before him one after the other.

The elder appeared to be in her sixties, her face covered in wrinkles, and she possessed six soul rings, clearly making her a Soul Emperor.

The young girl looked to be no more than sixteen, wearing her hair in a neat, ear-length bob, her deep brown eyes clear yet carrying a hint of sharpness.

Her figure was tall and well-proportioned, curvaceous and shapely, with a slender, willow-like waist that could be spanned by a pair of hands. Her tight-fitting combat suit clung to her frame, outlining every graceful curve.

Her appearance was bright and eye-catching, her features exquisite and beautiful, having already shed her youthful innocence for a touch of mature charm and wild beauty.

At the very least, among the girls present, only Zhu Zhuqing could surpass her, though Zhu Zhuqing had not yet fully shed her youthful air.

"Young man, please show mercy."

Seeing the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent held in Mu Chen's hand, the old woman spoke with a face full of anxiety.

Mu Chen was currently worried about one thing.

That was whether his "Succubus Holy Body" would have any effect on these elderly women.

At this thought, a chill ran through Mu Chen's heart.

Age didn't matter; to him, what mattered was whether they were beautiful.

"Serpent Cane martial soul."

"Are you Chao Tianxiang of the Dragon Snake Duo?"

Mu Chen's tone was indifferent; he did not hold the so-called "Dragon Snake Duo" in high regard.

Chao Tianxiang's eyes lit up.

He recognized her?

That made things much easier!

"Indeed, this old woman is Chao Tianxiang. Could this little brother return this Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent to me?"

"This Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent is one I found for my granddaughter after much painstaking effort. We have been hunting it, and I did not expect it to fall into your hands, little brother."

Mu Chen glanced at Chao Tianxiang's granddaughter, Meng Yiran.

Meng Yiran was also looking at Mu Chen.

Or rather, from the moment they first met, her gaze had never once left him.

Mu Chen smiled slightly: "This Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent is not suitable for a Serpent Cane martial soul. Senior, you should yield and let this kid behind me have it."

Chao Tianxiang's expression shifted, and she frowned.

Mu Chen continued: "This kid has a food-type martial soul and doesn't have very strict requirements for soul rings; even if the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent isn't a perfect fit, he can make do with it."

"However, your daughter is different; she deserves a better, more suitable spirit ring."

Mu Chen raised his eyes to stare at Meng Yiran.

Meng Yiran subconsciously lowered her head, suddenly feeling nervous as her slender fingers tightened around the hem of her clothes.

Oscar's mouth twitched.

What is that supposed to mean!

Mu Chen continued, "We are going to continue searching for spirit beasts here. If you don't mind, Senior, you can bring your granddaughter and join us. I have no objections."

Chao Tianxiang scrutinized Mu Chen carefully and asked, "May I ask your name?"

Mu Chen cupped his hands and said, "This Humble One is Mu Chen, a level 75 Battle Spirit Saint."

Hum—

Seven pitch-black, ten-thousand-year spirit rings rose from beneath Mu Chen's feet, and a terrifying draconic pressure swept across all directions.

Everyone present widened their eyes in utter shock.

Even Xiao Wu, Zhu Zhuqing, and Tang San had never witnessed Mu Chen's true power before.

"Seven ten-thousand-year spirit rings? You!"

Chao Tianxiang was at a loss for words, unable to express the state of her mind at this moment.

"I have heard that the Dragon Snake Duo are inseparable. I presume the Dragon Duke, Meng Shu, is also nearby. If you do not wish to travel with us, please take your leave."

After saying this, Mu Chen tossed the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent to Oscar's feet.

"Finish it yourself."

The Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent had already passed out completely and possessed no ability to resist.

Oscar was overjoyed.

Opposite them.

Upon hearing Mu Chen's words and glancing at the Phoenix-tail Crested Serpent that Oscar had just killed, Chao Tianxiang pondered for a moment before replying:

"Young Brother Mu makes a valid point. As the saying goes, there is strength in numbers. I shall entrust my granddaughter's spirit ring to you, Young Brother Mu."

"A wise choi—" Mu Chen started to say, but immediately corrected himself: "I will be responsible for everyone who follows me, so Senior need not worry that I would find just any random spirit beast for your daughter."

Chao Tianxiang smiled and nodded, then led Meng Yiran forward until they stood before Mu Chen.

"Meng Yiran greets Senior Mu."

Facing Mu Chen, who was already a Spirit Saint, Meng Yiran dared not show the slightest bit of disrespect, even though Mu Chen did not look much older than her—though one could never be sure if he simply maintained his appearance well.

Mu Chen's tone was gentle as he laughed, "I am not as old as you imagine, Miss Meng. There is no need to keep calling me Senior."

"Teacher, why are you always so gentle with pretty girls? Can't you be a bit more reserved?" Xiao Wu sighed softly and shook her head.

Meng Yiran's pretty face flushed slightly at these words.

Mu Chen pulled Xiao Wu over, pressed her into his arms, and offered an apologetic smile: "Don't mind her; my disciple just likes to spout nonsense. I'm used to it."

Xiao Wu rolled her eyes.