Chapter 27: The First Encounter

Huo Yuhao, who had been traveling, suddenly stopped in his tracks. He pursed his dry lips, and a hint of joy appeared on his face.

After several days of continuous travel, he was covered in dust, and the sticky sweat on his body made him quite uncomfortable.

He was poor and couldn't afford new clothes, but that didn't mean he didn't care about cleanliness. Being able to take a comfortable bath was something Huo Yuhao naturally wouldn't refuse.

The reason Huo Yuhao stopped was simple: he heard the sound of flowing water.

This meant there was a stream nearby.

For someone who often went out to supplement his nutrition with extra meals, easy-to-catch prey was Huo Yuhao's favorite, especially soft-boned rabbits and fish. Huo Yuhao particularly loved grilled fish.

"There's actually a stream nearby? That's great! Not only can I clean myself, but I can also catch some fish to fill my stomach!" Huo Yuhao didn't hesitate at all and turned toward the direction of the stream.

Hunting for a soul ring wasn't something that needed to be rushed. Resting well and entering the soul beast forest with a refreshed mind was the right decision.

Thanks to the excellent vision of his Spirit Eyes, Huo Yuhao easily caught several green fish using just a makeshift spear made from a tree branch.

After catching enough fish, Huo Yuhao casually drew the dagger from his waist, ready to prepare the ingredients. However, when he saw the cold glint of the dagger in his hand, his movements involuntarily paused, and he looked at it with sorrowful eyes.

This was a Level 5 close-combat soul tool, the only keepsake left by his mother and also the token of love that the White Tiger Duke, Dai Hao, had given to his mother.

"Mom..."

Above, Lin Yun and Di Tian's bodies were hidden in space. When Lin Yun saw Huo Yuhao draw the dagger from his waist, he almost burst out laughing.

The White Tiger Dagger...

The name was just too ridiculous.

Di Tian tilted his head in confusion, unsure if his master had thought of something amusing again.

"Your Excellency, why are we observing such a weak and insignificant human?" Di Tian was puzzled.

"Di Tian, you're not strong enough yet! That's why you can't see the anomalies in him. I don't blame you!" Lin Yun smiled mysteriously.

Huh?

I'm not strong enough?

Di Tian was dumbfounded.

"If it were the Three-Eyed Golden Lion, perhaps she could see the unusual qualities of this human boy," Lin Yun said.

"However, I don't plan to let the Three-Eyed Golden Lion come into contact with this kid. Although I don't know what you and she are hiding from me, Di Tian, remember this: as long as you're in the Star Dou Forest, never let the Beast Emperor come into contact with this human. Otherwise..."

The two threatening words at the end of Lin Yun's sentence made Di Tian nod hurriedly. "Don't worry, Your Excellency, I will definitely keep a close eye on the Beast Emperor!"

After saying this, Di Tian hesitated, opening his mouth as if to speak but then stopping.

"If you have something to say, say it. Hesitating like this is unbecoming," Lin Yun frowned.

"Your Excellency, could you tell me the reason?" After hesitating for a while, Di Tian finally asked. As soon as he finished the question, he quickly added with a sense of self-preservation, "Of course, if it involves Your Excellency's plans and isn't convenient to share, you don't have to say!"

"There's nothing that can't be said, but it's best if you don't spread it. The fewer people who know about this, the better," Lin Yun shook his head and said solemnly.

"Yes, I promise to keep it secret!" Di Tian nodded vigorously.

Lin Yun pointed at Huo Yuhao, who was grilling fish below, and said softly, "Although he is weak, he carries the fortune of humanity. Just like the Three-Eyed Golden Lion is the Beast Emperor of the Star Dou Forest, humans also have their own child of fortune."

Di Tian's pupils contracted sharply, and he looked at Huo Yuhao in shock.

The importance of the Three-Eyed Golden Lion to the Star Dou Forest was self-evident. Not only could she accelerate the growth of soul beasts, but she could also increase the success rate of these fierce beasts' tribulations.

Without the Three-Eyed Golden Lion, the quality of soul beasts in the Star Dou Forest would likely have declined several levels.

This weakling is actually the child of fortune for humanity?

No wonder Your Excellency said not to let the Beast Emperor near him! If the human child of fortune and the Beast Emperor of the Star Dou Forest were to meet, it's hard to say what might happen when their fortunes collide.

Moreover, in this era, human fortune is stronger than that of soul beasts. If something were to go wrong, the soul beast fortune carried by the Beast Emperor could be severely diminished by the human fortune.

Or even...

Completely devoured.

Di Tian suddenly understood, and his eyes filled with deep wariness.

"Your Excellency, since this human weakling poses a threat to the Beast Emperor, why don't we...?" Di Tian made a slashing motion across his neck with a murderous expression.

"Do you think I don't want to? This kid has already been targeted by others!" Lin Yun rolled his eyes and then raised his finger to point at the sky.

Lin Yun's gesture interrupted Di Tian's thoughts.

For a moment, Di Tian genuinely felt the impulse to fly down and use his Dragon God Claw to crush Huo Yuhao in one strike.

Humans had already surpassed soul beasts by too much, and now, in this era, a child of fortune had appeared. If it weren't for Lin Yun's presence, Di Tian might have really gone all out to kill Huo Yuhao, buying time for the soul beast race to recover.

Moreover, Di Tian had a premonition that, without Lin Yun, Huo Yuhao might very well become the cause of the extinction of soul beasts!

It was precisely because of this premonition that Di Tian felt such a strong urge to eliminate him!

Huo Yuhao, unaware that he had just narrowly escaped death and had already taken a trip to the gates of the underworld, was still happily grilling his fish.

"Wow, that smells amazing!"

A lively and melodious voice rang out as a slender and agile figure emerged from the bushes. Her delicate, flawless face was filled with delight.

Tang Sect Master, Tang Ya—here she is!

"Little brother, are you selling these grilled fish? They smell so good! How did you make them?" Tang Ya eagerly approached Huo Yuhao, her beautiful eyes fixed on the fish by the fire, even drooling slightly.

Behind Tang Ya, a young man of similar age followed. He had a scholarly demeanor and a lazy expression, with his hands resting behind his head.

After Mu En, the Thunderous Bei Bei!

Huo Yuhao was startled, his eyes wary as he looked at the suddenly appearing beautiful girl. However, when he got a clear look at Tang Ya's face, his little face turned bright red.

A beauty strike!

The inexperienced Huo Yuhao had never seen a girl as beautiful as Tang Ya before, let alone one so close that he could even smell the faint fragrance emanating from her.

Smitten, Huo Yuhao stammered, "I-I'll treat you to some!"

Above, Lin Yun watched this historic moment with a meaningful expression.

Something's fishy!

(End of Chapter)

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