Three-Eyed Golden Lion and Titan Giant Ape

Gu Zhi followed the sound and looked over, only to see Liu Erlong stepping forward, intending to directly uncover the Three-Eyed Golden Lion's true identity.

The Emperor Auspicious Beast was locked in an inner struggle. If she revealed her true form, Gu Zhi would definitely recognize her at a glance. Given Gu Zhi's temperament, if he learned that Ferocious Beasts such as Di Tian might have their eyes on him, he might immediately turn around and leave the Star Dou Great Forest.

Wouldn't that mean she would miss the perfect chance to mooch off the rewards?

"Why is the Three-Eyed Golden Lion here? Could Di Tian and the others have already learned of Gu Zhi's existence?"

"That makes no sense! Even if those two little demons have been causing trouble in the middle region, they haven't actually killed a single soul beast! Why would the Ferocious Beasts in the Core Area notice them?"

"Could the Three-Eyed Golden Lion have run out on her own? Didn't she sneak out and run into Huo Yuhao ten thousand years later?"

"That's possible! But considering how important she is to the Star Dou Great Forest, there must be a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast guarding her! If Gu Zhi discovers who she is, he'll probably bolt immediately!"

"Why would she need a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast? The Three-Eyed Golden Lion herself has fifty or sixty thousand years of cultivation, plus some of the Golden Dragon King's bloodline. Liu Erlong might not even be able to take her down!"

"Oh no! It feels like they're about to fight! Is this treasure hunt going to end here?"

"No! Gu Zhi, hubby, run! You finally got to open treasure chests and improve your strength! Get a few more rewards first!"

The barrage instantly exploded. The bad news was that they had perfectly guessed what the Three-Eyed Golden Lion was worried about.

Liu Erlong's movements paused for a moment, but she quickly guessed that the Three-Eyed Golden Lion had appeared here because she could see the barrage as well. In that case, she had come to mooch off the rewards too, so Liu Erlong was not the one who should be nervous.

Thus, Liu Erlong continued toward where the Three-Eyed Golden Lion was hiding. Only two or three steps away, she soon boldly swept aside all the weeds blocking her view.

Awoo!

What entered her sight was not a strikingly handsome male lion-like Three-Eyed Golden Lion, but a tiny, adorable soul beast!

"Wow! So cute! Baby, you're a sweet, soft little cake!"

"Good grief! You're even pretending to be cute just to mooch off rewards? Haqiu, you little rascal!"

"I'm impressed by that adaptability! If Wang Qiu'er hadn't transformed quickly enough, they definitely would have fought!"

"I thought she'd transform directly into a human! I didn't expect her to turn into a little kitty!"

"Hey, person above! Wang Qiu'er needs Transformation Grass to take human form! And there's no need for her to transform anyway, right? You'd better not be having any criminal thoughts!"

"If she doesn't turn human, what am I supposed to look at?"

"Yeah, what are we supposed to look at?"

The barrage began going off-topic, while the person involved was filled with embarrassment and frustration. She was the dignified Emperor Auspicious Beast! How could she do something as foolish as acting spoiled and cute?

"What an adorable little thing! Xiao Gu, come look!"

Although Liu Erlong knew the little creature before her was putting on an act, she was still captivated by the Three-Eyed Golden Lion's adorable appearance.

"Did you get separated from your family, little one?"

Gu Zhi stepped forward, wanting to get closer to the Three-Eyed Golden Lion. At first, she let out fierce little growls, but she eventually settled down beneath Gu Zhi's gentle strokes.

"What do you think? Let's raise her!"

Liu Erlong secretly laughed to herself, and the barrage went wild with laughter too, declaring that the Three-Eyed Golden Lion was a gloomy, possessive yandere.

"Do you want to come with us?"

Gu Zhi symbolically asked the Three-Eyed Golden Lion. Regardless of how she whimpered, he set her on his shoulder and simply carried her along.

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion lay steadily on Gu Zhi's shoulder. It was a little embarrassing, but at least half her goal had been achieved.

"Great! The mood has finally improved! Hurry up and start the exciting treasure chest hunt!"

"Strange? Why hasn't a Ferocious Beast stepped out to stop Gu Zhi from taking Wang Qiu'er? Where's Di Tian?"

"Now that you mention it, it really is weird! But the plot has already become a complete mess! At this point, I can accept any plot development!"

"True! That makes it exciting! Maybe Di Tian will jump out the next second! Do you think Gu Zhi can outrun Di Tian?"

"I doubt it! But Gu Zhi and Liu Erlong could try their Martial Soul Fusion Skill! They might have a chance of escaping!"

"That's right! Gu Zhi has kept that ability hidden for so long! We still have no idea how powerful it is! I can't wait to see him use it once!"

"Don't! Don't get my beloved streamer killed! Bless Gu Zhi and keep him safe!"

The other beauties also felt their hearts tighten as they watched the barrage. No one had expected such a huge hidden danger to appear beside Gu Zhi.

"We need to pick up the pace!"

On Shrek Academy's side, Zhu Zhuqing suddenly said this to Tang San and the others, the urgency on her face impossible to hide.

"Zhuqing! Calm down! This is the Star Dou Great Forest!"

Ning Rongrong knew what Zhu Zhuqing was anxious about and immediately cut her off. If Gu Zhi merely might encounter danger, then they were already in a dangerous situation themselves.

"That's right, Zhuqing. This is not a place where you can act recklessly!"

As the teacher leading the group, Zhao Wuji proceeded with utmost caution. Even at the outermost edge, the Unmoving Bright King still held the Star Dou Great Forest in great respect.

"Don't worry, Zhuqing! At worst, we can explore slowly! We'll definitely find a suitable soul beast!"

Oscar was still trying to lighten the mood. He thought Zhu Zhuqing was worried that they would not help her hunt a Soul Ring this time. Little did he know that after he, Ma Hongjun, and Dai Mubai had taken turns persuading him, Tang San had already agreed to help her hunt a suitable soul beast along the way.

"Wait! Something feels off! Everyone, stay alert!"

At that moment, Tang San suddenly became vigilant. Zhao Wuji's expression immediately turned grave as well, and he began calling for Flender and Grandmaster, who were hidden nearby.

A massive figure was approaching the Shrek group. Xiao Wu's eyes filled with both shock and delight; she already knew who was coming!

Boom!

A tremendous crash erupted before the Shrek group. Then, a giant hand reached out from the dust and smoke, aimed directly at Xiao Wu, who had drifted slightly away from the group.

"Xiao Wu, watch out!"

Tang San felt as though his heart had stopped. He immediately used everything he had learned in an attempt to block the Titan Giant Ape's sudden attack. But he was merely a soul master on the verge of reaching rank thirty. Even Zhao Wuji at the front was no more capable of stopping the Titan Giant Ape than a mantis trying to block a cart.

Xiao Wu was captured by the Titan Giant Ape without much resistance. She secretly gave Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong a look. Since they could see the barrage, she knew they would understand what she meant.

Before the Titan Giant Ape took her away, Xiao Wu cast Tang San an apologetic look. But she still needed to hide the truth from him, and could only hope that Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong would help restrain the crazed Tang San.

"No!"

Tang San went mad just as he had in the original story. Even under Zhao Wuji's watch, he secretly ran off. As for Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong, in whom Xiao Wu had placed such high hopes, they showed no reaction at all...