Comprehending the Dragon God's Claw, Bi Ji

At a command.

Red King, who had been lurking in the shadows, stepped out.

"Beast God, what is it?"

Confusion showed on all three of Red King's heads.

"Take the soul beasts on the ground outside the Star Dou Great Forest. When Jiang Qingyu reaches the outskirts, hand the soul beasts over to them."

After Di Tian gave the order.

Red King accepted the command, seized the Purple-Winged Spider Emperor by one of its legs, and vanished into the mist.

After everyone left the valley, Di Tian invited them to the Lake of Life.

"Jiang Qingyu, stay here for two days. You likely lack some knowledge in your comprehension of the Dragon God's Claw. I'll demonstrate it for you; it should help."

Di Tian decided to continue teaching him. The Dragon God's Claw was not so easy to wield properly.

Jiang Qingyu's identity in the human world might be extraordinary, and perhaps he would not have much more time to study.

This was the perfect chance to teach him properly.

Naturally, Jiang Qingyu did not refuse. An opportunity like this was far better than fumbling through it alone.

"This place is truly beautiful!"

The lake water was crystal clear, and the vegetation along the shore was lush. Standing by the water, Bibi Dong felt refreshed in body and mind. She secretly marveled that such a quiet, picturesque place was hidden deep within the Star Dou Great Forest.

"What a country bumpkin. You haven't even seen this before?" The Three-Eyed Golden Lion strolled up to her, lifting its little head high with an air of worldly experience.

Guang Ling Douluo chuckled as he leaned closer and poked its ear. "Kitty, don't you spend every day curled up in the forest like you're squatting in a cat nest? And you have the nerve to mock someone else?"

"You damned bastard!" The Three-Eyed Golden Lion instantly bristled, every strand of golden fur standing on end. With a howl, it leaped into the air, its claws glowing gold as it pounced at Guang Ling.

Guang Ling Douluo swayed aside and lightly evaded it, still teasing with a grin. "Not good enough, little one. You need to work on your speed."

Man and beast began chasing each other around the lakeshore.

Jiang Qingyu watched the scene and shook his head helplessly. He had no interest in joining their horseplay.

"Come." Di Tian took the lead toward a secluded stone platform behind the lake. Jiang Qingyu followed close behind, knowing full well that, as the Beast God, Di Tian's understanding of the Dragon God's techniques far surpassed his own. He hoped this lesson would grant him a deeper understanding of the Dragon God's Claw.

The stone platform had a mountain behind it and the lake before it, with no wind in the surroundings—an ideal place for practice. Di Tian stood still, his arm forming a phantom golden dragon claw. He turned to Jiang Qingyu. "Watch carefully."

Di Tian unleashed the Dragon God's Claw. Just a light strike completely flattened a small patch of forest in the distance.

"The Dragon God's Claw requires pure, top-tier dragon bloodline. You possess the Ice Dragon King martial soul, and you have the support of the Icefire Dragon Bones, so you can wield it."

"That was merely a light strike from me. Once you master it completely, fighting those at the same rank or above your rank will be no problem. If you reach the demigod level, even injuring gods with one strike will not be impossible."

The Dragon God's Claw had been personally taught to him by the Dragon God. Perhaps only the Dragon God himself could truly unleash its full might.

"That is roughly correct."

"I will guide you with my divine sense and help your Dragon God's Claw take initial form. First condense the phantom of a dark-gold dragon claw, then gradually turn it into resplendent gold."

Next, Di Tian sat cross-legged, closed his eyes, and began releasing his divine sense to guide Jiang Qingyu step by step.

Meanwhile, at the edge of the Lake of Life, Bibi Dong sat by the shore. She removed her shoes and socks, lifted her skirt to her knees, and soaked her jade-like feet in the lake water.

"This feels so good."

Bibi Dong sighed softly.

Guang Ling Douluo, who had been playing around with the Three-Eyed Golden Lion, suddenly stopped.

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion looked at Guang Ling Douluo. "What, thinking of surrendering? Have you finally fallen beneath the majesty of this auspicious beast?"

Guang Ling Douluo shook his head. "Someone's coming. Probably someone you know."

Someone she knew?

Who could it be?

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion glanced back and saw Bi Ji approaching, gentle and graceful, exquisitely beautiful.

"Bi Ji, you're here!" The Three-Eyed Golden Lion pounced toward her excitedly.

Bi Ji reached out and caught the Three-Eyed Golden Lion. She had always regarded it as a daughter, and this was the first time she had seen humans bicker with one another like this.

"Hello, my name is Bi Ji."

Bi Ji greeted them politely.

"Hello, I'm Guang Ling. Are you also a very powerful soul beast?" Guang Ling asked, unable to suppress a smile.

"Of course. My true form is a 570,000-year-old Emerald Jade Swan. It would not be an exaggeration to call me the strongest healing-type soul beast."

Bi Ji was a little proud when she spoke of it. At last, someone had asked about it.

She might not be the strongest in a fight, but when it came to healing, if she claimed second place, no one would dare claim first.

Guang Ling Douluo sucked in a breath. A 570,000-year-old Emerald Jade Swan.

Just walking around casually, he had encountered soul beasts capable of challenging his eldest brother.

Thanks to little Qingyu, he had gotten to know these soul beasts, and his understanding of the world had been thoroughly reshaped.

Most people believed that the Titan Giant Ape and Azure Bull Python were the strongest rulers of the Star Dou Great Forest. It seemed those two were merely the tip of the iceberg.

"Hmph, now you know how formidable we are, right? If you dare show off again, I'll have Bi Ji and Red King beat you into a pig's head!"

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion gave two smug snorts.

"Who can't talk big?" Guang Ling Douluo laughed. "I have little Qingyu backing me, and behind little Qingyu are the Ice Dragon King and Fire Dragon King."

I have backing too. It's not as if I don't.

"You bastard! If I took human form, I'd beat you up on the very first day!" The Three-Eyed Golden Lion raged helplessly.

Bi Ji looked at the two of them and smiled helplessly. "Stop arguing. It is rare for the three of you to visit the Lake of Life. I'll make tea for you two to try!"

Holding the Three-Eyed Golden Lion in her arms, Bi Ji headed elsewhere.

About ten minutes later, Bi Ji returned carrying a tea tray with three teacups on it, wisps of steam rising from them.

"Come, have a taste."

Hearing the commotion, Bibi Dong hurriedly dried her feet, put on her shoes and socks, and quickly ran over. She sat on a stone stool and accepted the teacup Bi Ji offered her.

Guang Ling Douluo lifted his teacup and took a light sip. A crisp fragrance of grass and wood instantly spread through his mouth, without the slightest bitterness. As it slid down his throat, it turned into a faint sweetness, like morning dew from a mountain stream flowing into his stomach.

"Not bad." Guang Ling Douluo set down the cup, surprise in his eyes. He had drunk many famous teas from human nobles, but he had never tasted anything so fresh and pure.

Bibi Dong took a sip as well, and her brows relaxed. The tea was clear, sweet, and lingering, carrying the vibrant breath unique to the forest. It possessed more natural spiritual vitality than Spirit Hall's tribute tea. There was actually such a fine thing deep within the Star Dou Great Forest.

Seeing their reactions, Bi Ji smiled gently. "This is a specialty of the Star Dou Great Forest, called Clear Dew Tea. The leaves are picked from spiritual grass in the middle of the lake, and the water comes from a mountain spring behind the mountain. Brewed this way, it is especially refreshing and nourishing."

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion poked its head out from her arms and snorted smugly. "Of course. Only the Star Dou Great Forest has it. You can't drink it outside."

"Guang Ling Douluo, call me Grandpa Auspicious Beast, and I can have Bi Ji bring two packets back for you, so those country bumpkins at your Spirit Hall can have a proper taste."