Auspicious Beast, Little One-From Now On, You're With Me!

"How could this be..."

Qian Renxue's domain had been defeated, and she immediately grew anxious.

"I am the legitimate inheritor of Spirit Hall's Angel Lineage!"

"The daughter of Qian Xunji, the previous Pope of Spirit Hall—Qian Renxue!"

"And you, just who are you?!"

Her holy sword pointed straight at Ye Guyi as she desperately demanded an answer.

She Long and Ci Xue beside her were equally astonished.

The woman before them looked only a few years older than their young mistress!

At such an age, she actually possessed such a terrifying Soul Ring configuration and strength!

"Qian Xunji actually had a daughter?!"

Dugu Bo was startled, and he too became curious about Ye Guyi's identity.

Even the people from Spirit Hall did not know her. Just where had she come from?!

"I am..."

Ye Guyi had just been about to speak.

"Sister Guyi, not now!"

Ye Han suddenly stopped her in a low voice.

First, there were too many outsiders here, making it inconvenient to speak.

Second, judging by Qian Renxue's appearance, she seemed to be in a hurry.

It would be best to wait until there were no outsiders and both sides had ample time before discussing this.

It would not take long. Afterward, they still had to go to Heaven Dou City to detoxify Dugu Bo's granddaughter.

Once they reached Heaven Dou City, there would be plenty of chances to meet and talk!

Ye Guyi instantly understood and changed her words.

"My apologies, but it is inconvenient for me to reveal my identity for now. When the time is right, I will naturally tell you!"

"But I can tell you clearly that we will not be enemies. We will only be friends!!"

Qian Renxue frowned deeply at those words, clearly dissatisfied with the answer.

However, her strength was not enough to force the other party to answer her for now.

"Fine. Since you consider us friends, then hand over that Soul Beast!"

"Its attributes suit my Martial Soul. It is the fourth Soul Ring I had set my sights on and pursued!"

Her gaze landed directly on the Three-Eyed Golden Lion.

Roar!!

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion instantly bristled and bared her fangs, staring fixedly at her.

"No!!"

Ye Han immediately shook his head in refusal.

"She is mine!!"

"Impudent!!"

She Long instantly shouted, his Snake Lance aimed straight at Ye Han.

"When adults are talking, how dare a little brat like you interrupt?!"

The Pufferfish behind Ci Xue also stared at Ye Han as though he were prey.

"If he says no, then no it is!"

Ye Guyi stood protectively in front of Ye Han, her aura suddenly soaring.

Dugu Bo followed closely behind, his Jade Phosphorous Serpent Emperor watching the other side with a sinister gaze.

"What? You actually...!!!"

She Long and Ci Xue's faces turned pale, both shocked and furious.

Qian Renxue's eyes narrowed as she gave Ye Han a deep look.

For two Titled Douluo to protect him so fiercely, this boy was certainly no ordinary person!

"If you consider me a friend, why are you taking my Soul Beast?!"

"Is this how you treat your friends?!"

Qian Renxue's gaze was like a blade as she aimed it at Ye Guyi.

Ye Guyi had not examined the Soul Beast closely, but she could still sense that it was extraordinary.

Besides, since it was Xiaohan's decision, she would support it no matter what!

"Of course not. To show our friendship..."

Ye Han suddenly spoke, and the Angel Ring on his hand flashed.

A snow-white, crystalline Immortal Herb appeared out of thin air.

Its eight petals spread evenly, and a rich fragrance instantly filled the forest.

"This is an immortal-grade Immortal Herb, called the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid!"

"Consuming it can strengthen your foundation, nourish your essence, expel impurities from your body, and make up for the progress you lost due to your slow cultivation over the years!"

As he spoke, Ye Han flicked his finger, sending the Immortal Herb drifting toward Qian Renxue.

"Consider it a gift for a new friend! How about exchanging it for this little beast?!"

He had never wanted to get involved with Qian Renxue, much less give her an Immortal Herb.

But since he had promised to help Sister Guyi, how could he draw closer to her without making some sacrifice?

More importantly, he wanted Sister Guyi to see his attitude and his determination to help her!

After all, Qian Renxue was her ancestor. If he treated her ancestor well, then Sister Guyi would naturally think more highly of him!

Now, he could use the auspicious beast as an excuse to give her the Immortal Herb.

Ye Guyi's heart warmed at the sight.

Clearly, she understood Ye Han's intentions.

He was only giving the other party an Immortal Herb because of her!

"An Immortal Herb?!"

Feeling the immortal aura it gave off, Qian Renxue and the other two were all shocked.

Spirit Hall had retained some records of Immortal Herbs over its twenty-thousand-year inheritance.

Especially Yue Guan, whose Martial Soul was an Immortal Herb and who was obsessed with researching them.

"Fine!"

Qian Renxue agreed without hesitation and accepted the Immortal Herb.

"Then we should naturally return the favor. This Soul Beast shall belong to you!"

But as she spoke, she suddenly realized that something was wrong.

Why did such a precious Immortal Herb happen to be in this boy's possession?!

And how could he even tell that her cultivation had progressed slowly over the years?!

The more Qian Renxue thought about it, the more extraordinary Ye Han seemed. Her manner immediately became more respectful.

"May I ask what this little friend is called?!"

Ye Han did not hide it.

"My name is Ye Han!"

He also introduced Sister Guyi beside him.

"She is my sworn elder sister. Her surname is also Ye, and her name is Guyi!"

Introducing Ye Guyi now would certainly make the other side curious once they heard that she did not share the Qian surname.

After whetting her appetite enough, the other side would take the initiative to seek them out again later!

Ye Han had anticipated everything before opening his mouth.

Sure enough.

"Ye?!!"

Qian Renxue repeated softly, her brows knitting together.

This woman's surname was not Qian? Was she not from the Angel Lineage?!

Or perhaps... there were collateral branches of the family with different surnames?!

Time was short. She would write to ask Grandfather later!

Qian Renxue suppressed her doubts and did not ask further. She gave Ye Han a deep look.

"Ye Han, Ye Guyi. Fine, I will remember you!"

"If you encounter any trouble in the future, come to Spirit Hall and give them my name, Qian Renxue!"

With that, she did not linger. She turned and left with She Long and Ci Xue.

She needed to quickly obtain her Soul Ring and return to Heaven Dou City, lest she arouse suspicion.

After they left, Xiao Wu, who had been hiding the whole time, let out a sigh of relief.

"Whew, I scared myself for nothing~!"

Seeing that, Dugu Bo immediately came over with a puzzled expression.

"Little Friend Ye, why did you use an Immortal Herb to trade for such a small Soul Beast? Isn't that far too wasteful?!"

"This Soul Beast is different!"

Ye Han shook his head and crouched down to inspect the Three-Eyed Golden Lion, asking gently.

"Little one, are you alright?"

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion, who had been bristling just moments ago, immediately became docile.

"Rawr, rawr~~"

She had witnessed everything that had just happened.

This human had actually been willing to use an Immortal Herb for her sake.

He was not a bad person!!

"Good girl~"

Seeing how adorable and obedient she was, Ye Han could not help reaching out to stroke her head.

At first, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion was somewhat unaccustomed to it, since she had never been touched by a human before.

But soon, the Dragon God Bloodline within Ye Han spread from his palm and passed into her body.

"Whimper~~~"

An unprecedented sense of comfort washed over her.

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion actually narrowed her eyes and could not help letting out a soft moan.

Her body instinctively leaned closer to Ye Han, her little head constantly rubbing against his palm.

Ye Han was somewhat surprised. Could this be the effect of the Dragon God Bloodline?

But seeing the Three-Eyed Golden Lion like this only made him like her even more.

In truth, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion had it rather miserable. In the original story, she had been relentlessly schemed against by that disgusting Tang San.

Huo Yuhao took her Soul Ring, Soul Bone, and fortune, while Tang Wutong took her bloodline and Golden Dragon Spear.

She herself had been left with nothing...

"Eh, why does this seem so familiar?!"

After carefully observing her, Ye Guyi suddenly cried out.

"Wait! Could this be the legendary Emperor Auspicious Beast—the Three-Eyed Golden Lion?!"

She then roughly explained the legends surrounding the Three-Eyed Golden Lion.

Many ancient books from later generations had recorded her existence, and numerous experts knew of her.

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion's first recorded appearance had been roughly five thousand years later, when she was around ten thousand years old!

"She carries the fortune of the Star Dou Great Forest?!"

Dugu Bo looked utterly incredulous. What was this even supposed to mean?

If she really was an emperor, why had she run all the way here only to be hunted down?!

Xiao Wu beside him, however, believed it completely.

That was because she could sense that this little one's aura was special!

But it was strange. Since they were both in the Star Dou Forest, why had she never seen her before?!

Her mother, Da Ming, and Er Ming had never mentioned her either, as if she had appeared out of nowhere!

Roar!!

Seeing that they knew so much about her and were now looking at her with strange eyes, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion immediately sensed danger.

Her fur bristled! She bared her fangs!!!

"Little one, don't be afraid~"

Ye Han continued stroking her and soothed her gently.

"With me here, no one will covet you or hurt you!"

Under the effect of the Dragon God Bloodline, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion immediately calmed down.

Seeing that, Ye Han pressed his advantage, continuing to stroke her as he asked softly.

"Little one, are you lost right now? Why don't you follow me for the time being?"

"Later, I'll personally take you home!!"