"Where am I supposed to look?"
Ye Yunxi arrived in the Star Dou Great Forest.
Even after searching the entire area, she still hadn't found any sign of the Three-Eyed Golden Lion.
"The Star Dou Forest is so huge, and Sky Dream Ice Silkworm is imprisoned in the core area. How am I supposed to find it?"
Ye Yunxi plopped down on a tree branch, her dainty jade feet swinging back and forth.
Just as she was at a loss, the system's voice suddenly rang in her head.
[ Ding! The host has entered the core area of the Star Dou Great Forest, triggering a hidden reward! ]
[ Reward issued: Unlocked Auspicious Affinity Physique (the Emperor Auspicious Beast is naturally fond of the host)
Bonus: Lingxi Jade Pendant (when worn, it radiates peaceful auspicious energy that can precisely attract the Three-Eyed Golden Lion. It can release the same aura and affinity as the Emperor Auspicious Beast, and conceal the hostility of other Soul Beasts) ]
As Ye Yunxi stood there dazed, a warm current surged through her whole body.
At that moment, she felt fresher and more invigorated than she had ever felt since she started cultivating.
A translucent white jade pendant had also appeared around her neck.
"These rewards are pretty good."
The Lingxi Jade Pendant could release the same aura as the Emperor Auspicious Beast, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion.
At the very least, it would make those Ferocious Beasts feel deep down that she posed no threat. Besides, with the same aura as the Emperor Auspicious Beast, how could she possibly be in danger?
Ye Yunxi didn't linger. She leaped straight down from the branch, her jade feet lightly touching the ground, then instantly vanished toward the core area.
At that very moment, in the core area, a Three-Eyed Golden Lion with golden fur, a body much like a lion's, and a third eye on her forehead lay lazily atop a boulder, resting.
The Three-Eyed Golden Lion gazed at the injured Soul Beasts recovering beside the boulder with her golden eyes, then stared up at the sky, bored.
"Isn't there anything interesting to do?"
Just as the Three-Eyed Golden Lion was sighing, an unfamiliar scent suddenly drifted into her nose.
"What's that smell?"
The Three-Eyed Golden Lion sniffed carefully. It actually smelled like the peaceful auspicious energy she herself gave off.
"Could it be?"
As she wondered, a bewitching figure suddenly swept over the treetops.
"Huh? That scent is coming from that human?"
The Three-Eyed Golden Lion didn't hesitate. She immediately got up and chased after Ye Yunxi.
Ye Yunxi, who was getting closer and closer to the Lake of Life, stopped and looked around.
"I'm practically at the core of the area. Why haven't I seen the Three-Eyed Golden Lion yet?"
Just as she wondered, a curious voice suddenly spoke.
"Human, why do you have this scent on you?"
Hearing the voice, Ye Yunxi was overjoyed. She turned around and saw a golden-furred Soul Beast eyeing her.
"It really is the Three-Eyed Golden Lion!"
"Hey, human, what's your name?" the Three-Eyed Golden Lion asked.
"Your lady here is called Ye Yunxi. As for the scent you mentioned, it might be because of my physique." Ye Yunxi smiled playfully as she explained to the Three-Eyed Golden Lion.
"Your physique?" The Three-Eyed Golden Lion paced around Ye Yunxi, looking her up and down.
She had never met a human who possessed the same aura as her before.
Could there really be someone like that in the human world?
She had never been to the human world, of course, and was both unfamiliar with and curious about everything there.
"Believe it or not, it's up to you."
Ye Yunxi blinked her watery, almond-shaped eyes, and the Three-Eyed Golden Lion felt a quiet stir in her heart.
No, no. How could a human woman make her feel this way? Could it be a charm technique?
While she was still puzzled, her little body had already been gathered into Ye Yunxi's arms.
The thick, auspicious energy made her feel incredibly comfortable, almost as though she had found one of her own kind.
"Could I trouble you with a small favor? Would you take me to the Lake of Life in the Star Dou Great Forest?"
Nine tails suddenly appeared behind Ye Yunxi. A pair of fluffy fox ears sprouted from her head, and she immediately used the Fox Moon Charm Art.
The Three-Eyed Golden Lion felt her heart pounding, and a faint blush began to spread across her cheeks.
"Y-you... what did you do to me?" The Three-Eyed Golden Lion sensed something was wrong and stammered.
"What could I have done? Just a little charm."
Ye Yunxi shot the Three-Eyed Golden Lion a flirtatious glance.
The Three-Eyed Golden Lion felt she could hardly take it, and agreed to Ye Yunxi's request.
Going to the lake at the center wasn't exactly difficult.
"Let's go, let's go. And don't use that charm on me again, okay? I really can't handle it."
Though the Three-Eyed Golden Lion said that, she didn't move an inch from Ye Yunxi's embrace.
"Hehe, that depends on how you behave. If you don't behave, don't blame big sis for..."
"Okay, okay, don't say any more. I already agreed." The Three-Eyed Golden Lion turned her head away.
This human was simply too wicked!
Ye Yunxi knew when to quit. Holding the Three-Eyed Golden Lion, she headed for the Lake of Life in the Star Dou Great Forest.
As they went, the nearby Soul Beasts saw the Three-Eyed Golden Lion and didn't dare approach.
When they arrived at the Lake of Life, Ye Yunxi also saw the legendary Titan Giant Ape.
It was as tall as a mountain, reaching thirty meters, with arms so thick they could easily snap a giant tree.
Just as she began to approach, the waters of the Lake of Life suddenly surged. The Sky Azure Bull Python, with a bull's head and a snake's body, its scales dark as jade, rose from the water.
"Human, this isn't a place you should be."
The Sky Azure Bull Python was deeply shocked to see Ye Yunxi holding the Emperor Auspicious Beast.
The Three-Eyed Golden Lion jumped to the ground and said to the Sky Azure Bull Python and the Titan Giant Ape, "You two aren't allowed to bully her. And watch your tone."
The sudden words made both the Titan Giant Ape and the Sky Azure Bull Python freeze.
"Emperor Auspicious Beast? But she's human."
"I know, but she doesn't have any ill intent. Can't you sense that?"
The Sky Azure Bull Python and the Titan Giant Ape could indeed sense the aura radiating from her, and it didn't make them feel any hostility.
Still puzzled, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion looked at Ye Yunxi.
"Ye Yunxi, what are you here to do? I've already brought you here."
Just as Ye Yunxi was about to take out the treasure that would awaken the Silver Dragon King, an even more terrifying voice rang out.
"Emperor Auspicious Beast, why did you bring a human here without permission?"
The next moment, a handsome man in his thirties, dressed in black and with a tall, straight figure, appeared before Ye Yunxi.
His golden eyes stared intently at Ye Yunxi, who had approached the Silver Dragon King's dwelling.
"Di Tian, sense it carefully. She has an aura from the same source as mine, and she has absolutely no ill intent."
The Three-Eyed Golden Lion stood in front of Ye Yunxi, keeping Di Tian from hurting her.
Di Tian sensed carefully, and it was indeed as the Three-Eyed Golden Lion had said.
"Di Tian, there's no need to be nervous. I came here today to discuss cooperation with your master, the Master of Soul Beasts."