Douluo Continent: Beginning with Signing in with Yan Lingji

Zhao Ming let Xiao Wu choose a soul bone, and she selected a 40,000-year-old Shadow Leopard right leg bone. The Shadow Leopard, known for its speed, was well-suited for Xiao Wu. Moreover, the Shadow Leopard's body flexibility was among the best of its kind, ensuring it wouldn't affect Xiao Wu's flexibility.

Of course, such a speed-focused soul bone would also be ideal for Zhuqing, but Zhao Ming had several similar soul bones, so there would be enough for Zhuqing when the time came.

With the Star Dou Forest as his stronghold, soul bones might not be something he could have unlimited access to, but he certainly wouldn't lack them—except for high-level ones, particularly 100,000-year soul bones. Those were rare, even in the Star Dou Forest. After all, waiting for a 100,000-year soul beast to die naturally would take ages, wouldn't it?

The soul bone Xiao Wu chose was also sealed by the system, so she absorbed it without any issues.

In no time, Xiao Wu successfully absorbed the soul bone, and her soul power reached level 33. At this age, achieving level 33 was comparable to Qian Renxue, who had an innate soul power of level 20. Who could match Xiao Wu?

His Xiao Wu was destined to be one of the brightest soul masters of the future.

"Congratulations, your soul power increased by two levels," Zhao Ming said with a smile. After absorbing the Shadow Leopard right leg bone, Xiao Wu's long legs seemed to have grown slightly, becoming even more stunning.

"It's all because of you," Xiao Wu replied, nestling into Zhao Ming's chest.

At that moment, she felt very happy. Such a treasure would undoubtedly cause a huge stir in the outside world, yet Zhao Ming had given it to her directly.

"Zhao Ming, when are we going back to Shrek Academy?" After a while, Xiao Wu looked at Zhao Ming with her bright eyes, speaking softly. Although it had only been a few days since they left, she already missed Zhuqing and Rongrong, her close friends. Given the situation they were in when they left, Zhuqing and the others might have thought she was in danger. If she and Zhao Ming returned with soul bones, they would certainly be thrilled.

"Why, do you want to go back already?" Zhao Ming asked with a smile.

"Mm." Xiao Wu nodded. Although Di Tian and the other beasts treated her with respect, she was only familiar with Da Ming and Er Ming here, so she often felt bored.

"I want to go back too. I'm not sure how Zhuqing and the others are doing. It's tough when we're surrounded by soul beasts, and there's no way to send a message." Zhao Ming sighed. "But it should be soon. Once I finish things here in the Star Dou Forest, we'll go back."

Zhao Ming had made up his mind. Starting tomorrow, he would intensify his pursuit of Gu Yuena.

If he stayed in the Star Dou Forest for a few months, Zhuqing and the others might be worried sick.

"System, what do you think my chances of winning over Gu Yuena tomorrow are? I plan to give it a shot," Zhao Ming asked.

"I think you have no chance at all. You should give up. Gu Yuena isn't the kind of woman you can win over easily. You have a better shot with the Three-Eyed Golden Lion," the system bluntly replied.

"Hey, can't you say something encouraging for once? Based on my experience as a love expert, I might just succeed with Gu Yuena in the next few days," Zhao Ming chuckled. Although Gu Yuena was the Silver Dragon King, she was still a woman, and one who had never been pursued. He didn't believe she'd choose to live like a nun instead of being with him.

After all, he had a pure yang body. How could he not win her over?

"Actually, the host's chances are quite high. It all depends on how you approach it. If you're bold enough, even Gu Yuena might end up taking maternity leave," the system chuckled.

"That makes a lot of sense." Zhao Ming nodded in agreement.

The next day, as usual, Zhao Ming headed to Gu Yuena's palace.

Of course, he brought along a bowl of meat broth that Zi Ji had prepared for him.

Watching the ethereal Gu Yuena eat was always a pleasure.

At the moment, Gu Yuena was dressed in a long white dress, her cherry lips gently savoring her meal. With her head lowered, her soft silver hair cascaded down, making her look even more enchanting. A faint blush colored her cheeks.

"Senior, Gu Yuena isn't worthy of all you've done," she said softly, her lips pressing together.

She had witnessed all of Zhao Ming's efforts over the past few days, and they left her feeling restless.

Zhao Ming's status was much nobler than hers—after all, she was only half of the Dragon God, not even the full Dragon God. Before absorbing the power of the Golden Dragon King, she was nothing. Yet, Zhao Ming treated her with such gentleness. Whether human or beast, a heart is made of flesh, and these past days, the calmness she had always maintained was beginning to waver.

"Whether you're worthy isn't for you to decide. I think you're worth it, and that's enough," Zhao Ming said with a smile, looking at Gu Yuena with gentle eyes, ready to deploy his charm.

Meeting his gaze, Gu Yuena quickly averted her eyes, avoiding further eye contact. Zhao Ming noticed a hint of fluster in her expression, and his heart leaped with joy.

The beautiful Gu Yuena, in the face of his advances, would eventually surrender.

"Senior, if you wanted, Zi Ji and the others would all be yours. They are all incredibly beautiful; why waste so much effort on me?" Gu Yuena said, looking at Zhao Ming.

"No matter how beautiful Zi Ji and the others are, they can't compare to you. To me, you will always be the one and only," Zhao Ming replied, directly taking hold of Gu Yuena's soft hand.

Gu Yuena's hand was delicate and bonelessly soft.

Feeling Zhao Ming's touch, Gu Yuena showed a hint of struggle, attempting to pull her hand back.

But Zhao Ming held on firmly. There was no way he would let go of this opportunity.

Seeing that she couldn't free her hand and that Zhao Ming wasn't doing anything else, Gu Yuena stopped struggling and let him hold her hand.

"Senior, you really don't need to spend so much time on me. I…"

"As long as you're happy, it's worth it," Zhao Ming smiled. Holding her hand, he could smell the subtle fragrance emanating from her.

Gu Yuena was truly beautiful.

Especially with her unique aura as the Silver Dragon King—an aloof, untouchable elegance that made it impossible for him to resist.

Such a woman was a delight to behold, even if he could only look. So, even without the system's quest, he would still find a way to win her over.

"All that you've done these days has been to make me happy, hasn't it?" Gu Yuena asked softly, feeling a warmth in her heart. Although she was usually a revered figure in the Star Dou Forest, she also bore the loneliness of a strong being.

In the Star Dou Forest, she had never encountered anyone who could converse with her on equal terms or who cared for her as much as he did.

"I could tell that staying here in the Silver Dragon Palace alone must be lonely and boring for you, so…" Seeing that his efforts were having an effect, Zhao Ming continued.

"Thank you." After a long pause, Gu Yuena responded softly.

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