"Boss, why are we choosing to go to Star Dou Forest this time?"
Ma Hongjun leaned against the carriage window, utterly listless, looking at the scenery flashing past outside, his expression carrying a hint of boredom.
The carriage had been traveling for over a month, yet it would still take several days to reach Star Dou Forest, and the prolonged journey made him feel incomparably tedious.
During these days, aside from his daily training, he had almost nothing to do, and irritability had long since filled his heart.
Ning Rongrong put down the book in her hand, raised her eyes to glance at Ma Hongjun, the corners of her mouth curving up slightly with a trace of disdain.
"Idol, Star Dou Forest is much larger than Sunset Forest, and the spirit beast resources are far more abundant."
"Although the spirit beasts in Sunset Forest aren't few either, compared to Star Dou Forest, they still fall far short."
Though she held a book in her hands, her mind was no longer on the pages.
During this period, she noticed that Dugu Yan always read quietly, and in order not to appear too restless, she also forced herself to pick up a book to put on a show.
However, the dry text always made it impossible for her to calm her mind.
Dugu Yan gently closed the book in her hand, looking calmly at Ma Hongjun and Ye Ruilin, her tone nonchalant.
"The spirit beast resources of Sunset Forest are indeed limited; wanting to find more suitable spirit rings, Star Dou Forest is a better choice."
Her voice was soft, yet carried an unquestionable certainty.
Ma Hongjun scratched his head, a look of sudden realization appearing on his face, then turned to Ye Ruilin, excitement flashing in his eyes.
"Boss, do you have any thoughts about your second spirit ring this time?"
He believed that given the special nature of Ye Ruilin's martial soul, if he truly had a favored spirit beast, he would definitely encounter it this time.
Ye Ruilin shook his head slightly, his expression calm.
"I don't have any particular thoughts for the time being."
As for water-type spirit beasts, he truly had no clear plans.
Dugu Yan's gaze flickered slightly, and she softly suggested.
"I think the Mermaid Tribe is pretty good. As a powerful race among water-attribute spirit beasts, mermaids not only excel at controlling water, but also master mental attacks, which might provide you with decent spirit skills."
Dugu Bo, listening from afar, nodded slightly at his granddaughter's words, then added.
"As for water-type spirit beasts, the ice attribute is also a good choice."
"For instance, the Ice Bear King, a powerful spirit beast from the Far North, can control ice and snow, and its defensive power is also extremely formidable."
His voice was very low.
Ye Ruilin pondered for a moment and shook his head.
"The Far North is too far; this time, let's first search for a suitable spirit beast in Star Dou Forest."
Seeing Dugu Yan speak, Ning Rongrong's small face instantly flushed red, and her mind rapidly searched for the water-type spirit beasts she knew.
Refusing to show weakness, she hurriedly chimed in.
"I think the spirit snake is also great! This kind of spirit beast is crystal-clear all over, excels at illusions and water-type attacks, and their habitats are also in Star Dou Forest."
Her tone was hurried, and her eyes held a trace of anticipation.
Bone Douluo had originally been looking out the window, but upon hearing Ning Rongrong's words, the corners of his mouth curved upward, revealing a hint of a smile.
He turned his head and spoke slowly.
"The spirit snake is indeed a good choice; its abilities are on par with the Mermaid Tribe, and furthermore, Star Dou Forest has their fixed territory."
Seeing Bone Douluo support her, Ning Rongrong instantly beamed with joy and nodded repeatedly.
"That's right, that's right. Brother Ye, the spirit snake really suits you!"
Watching everyone rack their brains to recommend spirit beasts for him, Ye Ruilin felt a warmth rise in his heart, the corners of his mouth curving slightly.
"This time, I'll mostly just go with the flow, hoping to encounter a spirit beast that suits me."
He truly had no special target.
Meanwhile, the core region of Star Dou Forest, the Lake of Life.
The Sky Dream Ice Silkworm curled up by the lakeside, its body trembling slightly as its gaze vigilantly swept over a group of powerful fierce beasts around it, secretly crying out in its heart.
It's over, it's over, this time it's really over...
Its voice was as low as a mosquito's hum, hardly daring to make any sound.
Di Tian stood at the head of the fierce beasts, coldly staring at the Sky Dream Ice Silkworm, his voice low and majestic.
"Sky Dream, you've got some nerve, haven't you? You even dared to escape?"
His gaze was as sharp as a blade, seeming capable of piercing straight into Sky Dream's heart.
Upon hearing this, the Sky Dream Ice Silkworm immediately put on a pitiful expression, saying with tear-filled eyes.
"Oh dear, Big Brother Di Tian, you've misunderstood! How could I escape? I only went to get something to eat."
"Look, haven't I come right back?"
Its voice was utterly obsequious, though in its heart it secretly rejoiced that it hadn't chosen to flee directly this time.
Although the opportunity was rare, after weighing the pros and cons, it still decided to return.
After all, if it were caught by this group of ferocious fellows, it would probably die without a burial place.
"Look, these are what I gathered."
Sky Dream's eyes rolled, and it immediately shook a pile of miscellaneous things off its body.
Gleaming stones, oddly shaped fruits, and even a few feathers from who knows where.
Its face piled up with ingratiating smiles.
"It's just that I was too hungry lying here, so I went out to find something to eat."
As it spoke, it even deliberately revealed a wronged expression.
Bi Ji stood to the side, nodding slightly, her voice gentle.
"Big Brother, this fellow indeed went out to find some things and came right back."
Hearing Bi Ji's words, Di Tian's expression relaxed slightly, and he impatiently waved his hand.
"Enough, from now on you will honestly stay here and play fewer tricks."
"Since you've come to my Star Dou Forest, don't even think about leaving."
His gaze remained icy, carrying a warning intent.
"I won't, I won't!"
Sky Dream wiped the cold sweat from its forehead and hurriedly gave its assurance.
It knew clearly that this group of fellows had never relaxed their vigilance toward it.
Should it step away even an inch today, Di Tian would probably not let it off easily.
A trace of contemplation flashed in the depths of Sky Dream's eyes, and it secretly glanced at the surrounding fierce beasts, calculating inwardly.
It seems I have to think of a foolproof method...
Star Dou Forest was so vast; if the plan wasn't thorough enough, it would probably be recaptured by this group of fellows very soon.
Its gaze swept over Di Tian, Bi Ji, and the other fierce beasts, and it secretly cried out in its heart.
Though it outwardly feigned submissive obedience, deep down it had long since begun plotting its next move.
"Big Brother Di Tian, rest assured, I, Sky Dream, will definitely not run around anymore."
The Sky Dream Ice Silkworm smiled ingratiatingly, its body leaning slightly forward to appear exceptionally respectful.
It knew that only by making this group of fierce beasts lower their guard would it have a chance to escape.
Di Tian snorted coldly, his gaze sweeping over Sky Dream like a blade.
"You'd better. If I catch you acting up again, you know the consequences."
His voice was low and icy, carrying unquestionable majesty.
Sky Dream nodded repeatedly while inwardly sneering.
Hmph, once I find an opportunity, I must leave this ghost place.
Bi Ji stood to the side, looking at Sky Dream with a gentle gaze and speaking softly.
"Sky Dream, just settle down and stay here."
"This place is also the safest place for you."
Sky Dream felt otherwise in its heart, but its face remained piled with smiles.
"What you say is right. I will definitely stay here honestly from now on and never run around again."
Its tone was sincere, as if it had truly abandoned the thought of running away.
However, Sky Dream's mind was racing at top speed.
It knew it had to find a suitable timing to completely shake off the surveillance of this group of fierce beasts.
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