Chapter 228: The Three-Eyed Golden Lion, Qiu'er

Meow~

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion let out a soft meow after hearing Dai Chengfeng's comforting words, but she still seemed to be in some pain.

Seeing this, Dai Chengfeng could only continue gently soothing her. After all, cleansing the meridians and marrow always involved breaking before rebuilding.

Time ticked by slowly, and the pained cries of the Three-Eyed Golden Lion gradually softened and became less frequent. It seemed as though the pain had subsided, replaced instead by a growing sense of joy.

Until, finally, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion was completely enveloped in a golden light…

Transforming into a cocoon-like form, seemingly condensed from countless tiny golden rays of light.

On the surface of the cocoon, lifelike silhouettes of phoenixes danced gracefully, circling each other as if guarding the life within.

"Is this her awakening to the Phoenix Transformation?"

Dai Chengfeng gazed at the cocoon cradled in his arms, his heart filled with curiosity and anticipation.

After all, he had never witnessed anyone else consume the Phoenix Lingzhi Grass, so he wasn't sure of the exact process. But one thing he could sense clearly was…

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion's aura was steadily growing stronger.

Tick, Tock

Time continued to flow slowly.

The golden light emanating from the cocoon in Dai Chengfeng's arms grew brighter and more dazzling by the second.

The intense energy it released caused ripples in the surrounding air, like shimmering water.

Until the light reached its peak.

Buzz—

Suddenly, the cocoon shattered, and a burst of golden light exploded outward, spreading furiously in all directions with the Three-Eyed Golden Lion at its center.

Even Dai Chengfeng instinctively raised his arm to shield his eyes from the sudden brilliance.

As the light gradually faded…

Dai Chengfeng, who had been sitting against a tree with the small beast resting on his stomach, suddenly felt a weight settle on his lap.

The next moment—

"Meow… cough, I… what happened to me?"

A melodious and surprised feminine voice rang out.

Her voice was like celestial music, carrying an ethereal and innocent quality that pierced straight to the heart.

Though slightly hesitant and stuttering, as if she were unaccustomed to speaking.

Hearing this unexpected human voice, Dai Chengfeng quickly lowered his arm.

In the next instant, his eyes widened in astonishment, a flicker of admiration flashing through them.

Sitting on his lap was now a human woman.

She had long, wavy pink-blue hair that cascaded down like a waterfall, reaching her waist.

Her eyes were a deep and enchanting pink-gold, exuding a playful and lively charm.

Her eyebrows were elegantly arched, perfectly framing her delicate features, giving off an aura that was both cold and gentle, sweet yet mysterious.

Her figure was exquisite, her legs long and slender, her skin as white as snow…

She was breathtakingly beautiful, neither floral nor misty, unmatched even under the spring breeze!

Looking at the woman in his arms, Dai Chengfeng instinctively murmured, "Wang Qiu'er?"

But soon, he shook his head. "No, no, that's not right."

The woman resembled Wang Qiu'er, but the details were different—perhaps about seventy or eighty percent similar?

There was even a faint resemblance to Xiao Wu as she might appear when grown up.

Indeed, after consuming the Phoenix Lingzhi Grass, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion had transformed into a human—but…

Even without Huo Yuhao, how could she resemble Wang Dong'er so closely, and even bear a slight resemblance to Xiao Wu?

Was it fate? Or had she met Xiao Wu?

Dai Chengfeng couldn't help but wonder.

Then again, it was possible. After all, Xiao Wu had already returned to the core region of the Great Star Dou Forest, where the Three-Eyed Golden Lion also resided…

While Dai Chengfeng puzzled over this, the woman before him spoke, "Wang Qiu'er?"

"Human, is this the name you've given me as a human?"

Upon hearing her question, Dai Chengfeng finally snapped back to reality: 'It's just her appearance—it resembles Wang Qiu'er, so be it.'

He stopped dwelling on it and retrieved a spare set of clothes from his storage ring, tossing them to the girl:

"Put these on. Since you've taken human form, you'll need to get used to wearing clothes."

"Mm, mm~"

The girl obediently nodded, picked up the clothes, but then froze in place.

She looked at Dai Chengfeng with wide, pitiful eyes. "Human, I don't know how…"

"Uh…"

Dai Chengfeng was momentarily stunned. "Alright, since you've just taken human form, you'll need time to adjust."

With that, he reluctantly lifted her off his lap and placed her on the ground, beginning to teach her one of the most basic human skills: how to put on clothes.

As the girl curiously followed his instructions, she asked again:

"Human, you haven't answered me yet."

"Is Wang Qiu'er the name you've given me?"

Dai Chengfeng looked at the curious girl. "You keep calling me human, human, but I have a name—you can call me Dai Chengfeng."

"As for Wang Qiu'er?"

"Now that you've taken human form, you should have your own human name."

"Let's do this—your name will simply be Qiu'er, without a surname."

"How does that sound?"

Upon hearing Dai Chengfeng's words, the girl's eyes instantly curved into a delighted smile, as if overjoyed:

"That's wonderful! I finally have my own name, just like Sister Xiao Wu's human name!"

"Xiao Wu?"

Dai Chengfeng, who had been helping the girl dress, paused his actions and looked at her in surprise:

"So you really do know Xiao Wu? No wonder you transformed into this appearance…"

After all, Wang Dong'er was Xiao Wu and Tang San's daughter, so naturally, she bore a strong resemblance to her mother.

And if the Three-Eyed Golden Lion had already met Xiao Wu and unconsciously referenced her appearance during her transformation…

The result would naturally make her look very similar to Wang Dong'er.

"Yes," Qiu'er said earnestly, nodding. "One day after you left last time, I was wandering around the forest alone, looking for those blue herbs for you."

"At that time, I met Sister Xiao Wu."

"She's a ten-thousand-year spirit beast, a Bone Spirit Rabbit, but when she reached ten thousand years, she chose to transform into a human and took the name Xiao Wu."

"Human… uh, Dai Chengfeng, do you also know Xiao… huh?"

But as she spoke, Qiu'er suddenly froze, as if struck by a realization. She abruptly turned and pointed at Dai Chengfeng: "You—you're that big bad guy!!!"

"What big bad guy?"

Dai Chengfeng lightly tapped her head with his finger. "Have you forgotten all the delicious treats I gave you earlier?"

"You called me a good brother before eating them, but now I'm a big bad guy?"

"And another thing!"

"Now that you're human, you need to be more mindful!"

As he spoke, Dai Chengfeng continued helping Qiu'er finish putting on her shirt. Once satisfied, he nodded and instructed:

"Now that you've taken human form, you no longer have fur. One of the most important things to remember is that men and women are different, and clothing is essential!"

"You can't go around undressed in front of other men. Do you understand?"

"Okay, I understand~"

Qiu'er rubbed her little head with her hands, pouting. "But Sister Xiao Wu said you're a big bad guy."

"She said your family wanted to kill her and use her as a spirit ring for you…"

"You're named Dai Chengfeng, so aren't you the big bad guy?"

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