The Importance of Level 70

"Huh?"

Ye Tian's lips twitched slightly, his face full of astonishment before he firmly shook his head.

"No."

Goodness, these two soul beasts were really arguing with Xiao Wu about… menstruation.

"Xiao Wu-jie, see that!"

The Titan Giant Ape smugly pointed at Ye Tian and concluded, "You're lying."

"Ugh!"

Xiao Wu clutched her head, furrowing her brows as she stared at Da Ming and Er Ming, exhaling heavily.

She was really about to explode with anger!

But after all, this was just Da Ming and Er Ming showing their concern for her.

Faced with her childhood playmates, Xiao Wu could only deflate like a punctured balloon.

She sighed softly and gestured toward Ye Tian by the lakeshore.

"Hey, you there, come over."

As she spoke, Xiao Wu glanced briefly at Ye Tian.

With one look, she could tell that this refined young man wasn't even a Soul Master—just an ordinary physician.

Because of this, Xiao Wu naturally lowered her guard.

She openly pushed open the small wooden door, stepping out of the thatched hut with her smooth, toned legs.

Clasping her hands together in front of her, she flashed a sweet smile and gave Ye Tian a slight bow.

"Hello, my name is Xiao Wu, as in 'dancing.'"

"I'm Ye Tian." Ye Tian returned the gesture plainly.

He had no interest in getting to know Xiao Wu, so he kept his words brief and walked straight toward her.

As he approached, Xiao Wu carefully studied this quiet young man.

She leaned in closer, unable to suppress a chuckle. "Aren't you at all curious why I live here?"

After all, this was the core region of the Star Dou Forest.

Ordinary people wouldn't even be able to step foot here.

And on top of that, there were soul beasts speaking human language right beside her.

If it were any other person, they'd probably be scared out of their wits.

Yet Ye Tian's reaction was oddly calm, as if he had seen far greater storms.

He was well aware that this was a loaded question—if he answered it wrong…

He might be silenced permanently.

After all, in this world where Soul Masters reigned supreme, the concept of inalienable human rights didn't really exist.

With a warm smile, he began to spout nonsense:

"I've only just come down from the mountain a few days ago, but my master told me that in this vast world, there is nothing too strange to exist. As a physician, my duty is only to heal the sick, not to pry into others' affairs."

"Besides, while the surroundings here are picturesque, the entire Star Dou Forest must have many places like this. What's so surprising about it?"

After saying that, Ye Tian couldn't help but admire himself.

With just a simple statement, he had successfully painted himself as a naïve, inexperienced healer.

At the same time, he subtly implied that he had no idea he was in the core region of the Star Dou Forest.

This would undoubtedly lower Xiao Wu's wariness toward him.

"I see. It seems your master is quite the sage."

Xiao Wu nodded gently, choosing to believe Ye Tian's words.

Because the young man's eyes were as clear as the nearby Lake of Life.

Such pure eyes shouldn't belong to a liar.

Looking into Ye Tian's eyes, Xiao Wu suddenly thought of someone.

She sighed inwardly, "It's been five years… I wonder how Third Brother is doing now."

Pushing aside her thoughts, Xiao Wu lifted her gaze and fixed her eyes on Ye Tian.

"You heard what I said earlier, didn't you?"

Ye Tian maintained a humble demeanor and replied politely, "I wouldn't dare to hide it—I did hear it. I was simply too close, so it was unintentional."

Hearing his response, Xiao Wu covered her mouth and giggled.

"All right, all right, do I seem that terrifying?"

She then placed her hands on her waist, looking down at Ye Tian from a superior position.

"How could Xiao Wu-jie be scary when she's so adorable?"

Behind them, the Titan Giant Ape chuckled before unleashing a wave of pressure and roaring at Ye Tian:

"Say that Xiao Wu-jie is beautiful and cute!"

"Er Ming!"

The Sky Azure Bull Python frowned deeply and smacked the Titan Giant Ape again with its tail.

Ye Tian lowered his head, pretending to be slightly fearful as he replied:

"Xiao Wu-jie is truly stunning. Even across the entire continent, she would be considered a peerless beauty."

"Oh my, am I really that pretty?"

Being praised was always a pleasant feeling.

Xiao Wu covered her face, her smile bright and cheerful.

"I really don't know if that was your honest opinion or just flattery under Er Ming's intimidation."

As soon as she finished speaking, the Titan Giant Ape bellowed again, pointing angrily at Ye Tian.

"If you dare lie to Xiao Wu-jie, don't even think about walking out of this place alive!"

Even Xiao Wu was displeased this time. She shot the Titan Giant Ape a glare.

"Er Ming, stop scaring Ye Tian. He only said that because you forced him to."

After that, she patted Ye Tian's shoulder with a light chuckle.

"Don't take it to heart. Er Ming is just like that."

Ye Tian smiled and nodded slightly, casting a timid glance at the fierce Titan Giant Ape.

But inwardly, he felt nothing. This Titan Giant Ape would become a soul ring sooner or later.

Xiao Wu didn't want to waste too much time on Da Ming and Er Ming's strange concerns.

Since Ye Tian, a physician, understood the female cycle, she suddenly had a great idea.

Leaning in close to his ear, she whispered:

"Just prepare a few herbal tonics for me later, just for show."

That way, she could appease Da Ming and Er Ming's concerns while ensuring they wouldn't bother her during training anymore.

"What are you two whispering about?" The Sky Azure Bull Python raised a brow.

"N-nothing." Xiao Wu twirled a strand of her hair around her finger, looking evasive.

"I was just telling this physician that I don't like bitter medicine, that's all."

As she spoke, she even winked at Ye Tian.

"Right, Ye Tian?"

"Exactly."

Ye Tian nodded lightly. He just wanted to leave this core area as soon as possible.

Without Sea Witch and the others by his side, he felt like danger was looming over him at all times.

"Xiao Wu-jie, you've never liked bitter things since childhood, but good medicine tastes bitter yet cures illness. You can't just refuse to take medicine and let your condition worsen." Da Ming lectured her like an elder.

"All right, all right, I get it." Xiao Wu waved her hand helplessly, forcing a smile.

She had to admit, Da Ming and Er Ming cared way too much about her.

To the point where she didn't even want to stay in the Star Dou Forest anymore.

But this was still the best place for her cultivation.

And since she was a soul beast in human form, venturing into the two empires would be dangerous.

However, this situation wouldn't last much longer.

She was already at Level 67, nearly touching Level 68's bottleneck.

At most, in another half a year, she would reach Spirit Saint.

By then, no one would be able to tell that she was a soul beast.

And she could finally step into human society openly and fearlessly.

(End of Chapter)

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