"Is that so?"
Bibi Dong's eyes gleamed with a sharp light as she glanced at Lin Feng, who was standing beside Qian Renxue.
It seemed that ever since she met Lin Feng, her luck had been consistently good. Perhaps he was her lucky star.
The group concealed their auras, while Lin Feng and Qian Renxue, under Qing Luan's protection, also masked their presence.
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A'Rou, Xiao Wu's mother, was a 100,000-year-old Soft Bone Rabbit who had taken human form. She was beautiful and elegant.
Her long pink hair, smooth as silk, cascaded down her back, giving her a noble appearance.
Her eyes were a soft purple, gentle yet firm, radiating a maternal glow.
Her figure was tall and slender, with skin as fair as snow, almost glowing.
She wore a simple yet elegant dress that swayed gently with her movements, making her appear lively and graceful.
She embodied both the agility and softness of a rabbit and the tenderness and resilience of a mother.
"Hum~ hum~ hum~"
A'Rou hummed an unknown tune as she wandered through the flower beds, carefully selecting her favorite flowers.
Holding them in her arms, she looked more like a carefree girl than a mature woman.
It was clear that she was indeed Xiao Wu's mother—playfulness was in their nature.
She walked into her carefully arranged home, opened the gate, passed the vegetable garden and flower beds, and placed the freshly picked flowers into a glass vase that seemed to have appeared out of nowhere.
She began meticulously adjusting the positions of the flowers.
"Hum~ hum~ hum~"
"Mom! I'm here to play with you!"
A soft yet proud voice rang out as a small white rabbit hopped onto the table.
It nuzzled against A'Rou's delicate hand.
A'Rou stopped arranging the flowers and picked up Xiao Wu, gently massaging her neck with three fingers.
She smiled and said, "Why did you sneak over again? Da Ming and Er Ming will be looking everywhere for you."
Xiao Wu stretched her limbs comfortably.
"Purr~"
"Sister Xiao Wu don't want to play with them. They're so boring. Even if I grow bigger, I'll never reach their size. It's much better here with you, Mom."
A'Rou rolled her eyes at Xiao Wu, "You little rascal, calling yourself 'sister' even in front of me? I've spoiled you too much."
"Hey, Mom, don't mind that. When can I take human form like you? I want to be just like you."
A'Rou's hand paused as she stroked Xiao Wu's fur. She shook her head, "Xiao Wu, taking human form isn't as wonderful as you think. Not only is the human world far from perfect, but even if you reach the level of a Titled Douluo like me, you can only live for a thousand years at most. I only chose this path because I sensed I wouldn't survive the heavenly tribulation. Your tribulation is still a thousand years away. Don't rush into this decision."
Xiao Wu pouted, "Fine..."
Suddenly, A'Rou's expression turned serious. She tightly held Xiao Wu in her arms and glared toward the outside of the cabin, shouting, "Who's there?"
"Keh keh keh, what a touching mother-daughter scene! Who would have thought we'd encounter two 100,000-year soul beasts in this forest, one of which has already taken human form?"
The eerie voice of Ju Douluo echoed through the air.
"Humans?!"
A'Rou's eyes widened as she shielded Xiao Wu behind her.
"Disgusting humans! How dare you intrude into the Star Dou Forest? I'll make you regret it!"
"Xiao Wu, stay back!"
A'Rou shouted angrily.
"Mom..." Xiao Wu stopped her attempt to attack, glaring fiercely at Lin Feng and the others.
Lin Feng sighed inwardly. This rabbit really had no brains. No wonder she was so easily tricked by Tang San.
"Hmph, you're much smarter than your child. What, are you trying to negotiate terms?"
A'Rou frowned, "I'm also a Titled Douluo now. If I fight to the death, you won't gain much!"
"Shall we test that?"
Qing Luan snorted coldly, no longer concealing his aura.
"A Super Douluo!"
A'Rou clenched her fists, sweat forming on her palms.
Above level 95, the power of a Titled Douluo increased exponentially with each level. There was no way she could compete with a Super Douluo through sheer willpower alone.
She had to get Xiao Wu out of here!
A'Rou took a deep breath.
In the next moment, three figures collided in the air. The shockwaves from their clash spread out, creating gusts of wind that shook the surrounding trees.
A'Rou struggled under Qing Luan's attacks, but she remained steadfast, protecting Xiao Wu and ensuring no harm came to her child.
Xiao Wu watched anxiously, her small claws gripping the ground tightly, her eyes filled with worry and fear.
"That human is so strong."
After a moment of hesitation, Xiao Wu charged toward Ling Yuan and Bibi Dong.
"Xiao Wu, run!" A'Rou shouted while fending off Qing Luan's attacks.
Her voice was filled with urgency and command. She knew there was no time to hesitate—Xiao Wu had to escape.
Xiao Wu bit her lip, tears welling up in her eyes, but she knew her mother was doing this for her sake.
"Blink!" She prepared to flee, but just as she was about to escape, a figure appeared in front of her, blocking her path.
"Trying to run? Not so easy," Bibi Dong's voice rang out, her eyes gleaming with greed. She was clearly determined to claim Xiao Wu's 100,000-year soul ring.
A'Rou's heart tightened at the sight. She knew the situation was dire.
She had to break free from Qing Luan and save Xiao Wu. Taking a deep breath, she gathered all her strength, preparing to unleash her most powerful attack.
"If you don't let her go, I'll self-destruct!"
"You wouldn't dare!"
"Can you even do it?!"
Ju Douluo and Ghost Douluo's expressions changed. Four yellow, four purple, and ten black soul rings—eighteen in total—floated around them, forming a massive domain.
"Two Poles Static Domain! Freeze!"
A'Rou's soul power was instantly sealed. She struggled to speak, her lips moving soundlessly as she desperately looked toward Xiao Wu, mouthing a single word: "Go!"
Bibi Dong, who was suppressing Xiao Wu, frowned. In the distance, a louder, more resonant roar echoed through the forest, resembling both a bull and a serpent.
"Moo!"
The Sky Azure Bull Python rushed through the trees, its massive eyes filled with killing intent and rage.
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"Humans! You deserve to die!"
"Outrageous!"
Qing Luan roared, transforming into a bolt of lightning as he clashed with Da Ming. The battle was earth-shattering, with boulders flying and the entire area looking as if it had been struck by a hurricane.
"Well done, Da Ming! Humans, just wait until Er Ming arrives. You're dead! Mom, hold on a little longer! Invincible Golden Body!"
Seeing the two massive scythes in front of her, Xiao Wu panicked and immediately activated her soul skill.
Under Ling Yuan's protection, Qian Renxue and Lin Feng watched the scene unfold silently.
Qian Renxue's gaze shifted between Xiao Wu, A'Rou, and finally settled on Bibi Dong.
Her chest heaved for a moment before she let out a deep sigh.
"Boom!"
Another loud noise echoed from the distance.
Lin Feng frowned.
The Sky Blue Bull Python and the Titan Giant Ape were anomalies among soul beasts.
The Titan Giant Ape, as the name suggested, could fight against ordinary 10,000-year soul beasts even at just 100 years of age.
The Sky Blue Bull Python was even stronger, earning its titles as the Forest Overlord and Forest Emperor. If both of them joined forces, their group would be in serious trouble.
"Sister Ling Yuan, tell Her Holiness this..."
After receiving Lin Feng's message, Bibi Dong glanced at him in surprise and nodded slightly.
She then transmitted a message to A'Rou.
A'Rou's eyes flickered as she saw Xiao Wu being suppressed by Bibi Dong and Ling Yuan, on the verge of being captured. Tears streamed down her cheeks as she nodded gently.
A crimson light erupted from A'Rou's body, bathing the forest in a red glow.
"Mom! No... Waaah..."
Despite her grief, once the sacrifice began, it couldn't be stopped. Bathed in the red light, Bibi Dong released Xiao Wu from her grasp.
Xiao Wu's figure flickered and disappeared.
"Boom!"
"No! Aunt Rou! Ah, humans, you deserve to die!"
"Ugh!"
Qing Luan spat out a mouthful of blood but still managed to withstand Da Ming's attack.
"Two Poles Static Domain!"
Ju Douluo and Ghost Douluo arrived instantly, easing Qing Luan's burden.
A'Rou watched as Xiao Wu fled into the distance, her expression softening. She glanced at Lin Feng.
"Thank you. My name is A'Rou, Rou as in gentle."
The situation was already decided. With Er Ming on the way, the humans wouldn't be able to continue the fight. Saving Xiao Wu from certain death was enough to satisfy her.
As the red light flickered, A'Rou's figure grew fainter and fainter...