Douluo Dalu 2: Reincarnated as the Auspicious Beast

Divine Realm, Forest of Life

In an ancient treehouse, a simple wooden table displayed a floating three-dimensional golden-green tree phantom. Wisps of golden mist encircled the illusory giant tree, creating a dreamy yet profoundly mysterious aura.

This was the projection of the Golden Tree that had grown from the Seed of Life planted in the Douluo Plane years ago—though compared to the true Ancient Tree of Life, this Golden Tree could only be called a Golden Sapling.

Through this projection, one could use divine consciousness to observe everything within the Golden Tree's range of influence.

A golden-haired young man and a beautiful woman in green stood around the table, their consciousness immersed in the golden-green illusion. A man in a purple cloak sat a bit farther away, his face obscured by a hood. His entire body exuded a dark aura, looking as if he was ready to burst into a violent rage.

"A genius idea! Merging one's emotions into a mental attack, thus infusing those emotions into the opponent's spirit and solidifying them to affect the enemy..." The golden-haired young man slapped the table excitedly, his eyes sparkling as he looked at the woman in green. "To be able to achieve this in the lower realm—how extraordinary! Goddess of Life, could you tell me who caused this mental injury?"

He was, of course, talking about Du Weilan, who had been struck by Huo Yuqing's Blade of Wrath and was stuck in a perpetual state of anger for almost a year, unable to shake it off. Since Shrek Academy couldn't heal him and didn't want to lose a Contra, they had to seek help from Emerald City.

This type of peculiar yet non-severe mental injury baffled even the experts in Emerald City. In fact, the only beings in the Star Dou Forest truly adept at spiritual power were either the Sacred Beast or the Fox King. With the Sacred Beast absent and the Fox King hating humans, no help was forthcoming.

Poor Director Du had thus become a medical anomaly in Emerald City.

…The kind that got recorded in the textbooks for healing soul masters, serving as a case study for all new practitioners.

Naturally, this also caught the attention of the Goddess of Life.

The golden-haired young man—Rong Nianbing—leaned forward eagerly, his eyes shining with the light of a man yearning for retirement.

In the back, the God of Destruction crushed his cup with a loud snap.

The Goddess of Life gave him a playful glance before turning to Rong Nianbing with a teasing smile, "I heard that this mental injury was accidentally caused by an eleven-year-old child experimenting with new moves."

"Eleven years old?" The God of Emotions was momentarily stunned, then his eyes lit up even more.

An eleven-year-old capable of using such a move—regardless of the circumstances—must be extraordinarily gifted. And he had long wanted to take on a disciple—not just to inherit his divine position but also to pass down his culinary skills. After all, the younger the student, the better, right?

He himself had started learning to cook at the age of ten under Cha Ji, so eleven wasn't too late—this was the perfect age for molding character. Wasn't this kid his destined apprentice?

He, Rong Nianbing, was finally on the verge of retiring to roam the cosmos with his family!

"I didn't summon you here just to discuss this." The Goddess of Life smiled slyly, "I want you to help me figure out how to heal this kind of mental injury under the conditions of the lower realm."

After scattering Seeds of Life across various worlds, the Goddess of Life had been able to observe many different realms.

Although her vision was limited to the range of each Golden Sapling, it was still a way to keep an eye on the mortal world.

Most Golden Trees were either occupied by powerful beings or were hidden deep within isolated forests. But the one in the Douluo World was unique—it had essentially become her favorite television channel.

In Emerald City, humans and beast clans coexisted peacefully. The city's healers treated both humans and soul beasts equally and had even formed a guild-like organization to pass down medical knowledge.

This philosophy of equality resonated deeply with the Goddess of Life's own belief in the sanctity of all living things.

Of course… she would never realize that this harmonious environment was partially influenced by someone deliberately catering to her ideals.

Watching Emerald City accumulate knowledge and heal countless beings gave her an inexplicable sense of fulfillment.

For an immortal deity with little entertainment, the Goddess of Life thoroughly enjoyed observing the daily affairs of Emerald City during her breaks from work.

To her, the "Emerald City Channel" in the Douluo World was like a mix of Grey's Anatomy, Love Stories, and Cute Pet Diaries…

Watching the healers of Emerald City save lives was captivating. Following the love and drama in the city was fascinating. She even enjoyed watching the cute and fluffy soul beasts!

After the Dragon God's Rebellion, there were no fluffy creatures left in the Divine Realm.

The fun she derived from watching the city's happenings made her more than willing to occasionally offer guidance or make requests through the Golden Tree.

She could even store some information in the tree, ensuring she wouldn't miss any episodes while tending to other duties.

Even the God of Destruction sometimes peeked at his wife's favorite "live stream" during breaks from his busy schedule.

Currently, the Goddess of Life was most intrigued by Lu Mingyou—the person least likely to become a healer. Inviting Rong Nianbing today was indeed a way of matchmaking, in a sense.

It was a strategy that would benefit everyone involved. The God of Emotions was close to the Seven Elemental Gods, and even if Rong Nianbing left the Divine Realm, it wouldn't mean they would follow.

Forming good relations with him might even help with Little Zi's ambitions.

However, she couldn't be too obvious about it.

After all, desperate sales tactics never work.

…Clearly, the mindset of the Goddess of Life had changed drastically after she started binge-watching her favorite "show."

Meanwhile, Rong Nianbing mused, "Emotional power is different from regular spiritual attacks. If I were to do it, I could easily extract the foreign emotion. But in the lower realm… The one who tied the knot should untie it. It would be best if the person who caused this could undo it. However, since you said a child accidentally caused it, he probably won't know how to resolve it. Why not let him learn under me first—"

His scheme was so transparent that even the God of Destruction could hear it from the back.

"Sea God's wife is here," the God of Destruction suddenly announced.

"Oh? Xiao Wu is here?" The Goddess of Life tilted her head. "Little Zi, go open the door."

It's tea party time for the goddesses now." The Goddess of Life waved at Rong Nianbing with a smile. "Gentlemen, please leave."

"Wait!" Rong Nianbing panicked.

In the Divine Realm, one day equals one year in the mortal realm. If she says 'another day,' who knows how many years will pass down there?

From what the Goddess of Life said, that child was only eleven years old. Talented people often have complicated experiences—what if something happens to them in a few years? Then who will be to blame?

The Douluo world is Sea God's old turf. When it comes to influence there, he definitely can't compete with Tang San. What if that child is too talented and catches Tang San's attention? If he tries to take the kid then, wouldn't he be at a disadvantage? Not to mention that Sea God's wife is here now—could the Goddess of Life be planning to sell this 'sapling' to both sides?!

Even if none of that happens, if he waits a few days to teach that kid the basics of cooking, it'll be too late! A divine chef has to be nurtured from childhood!

"Goddess of Life, Life God-King, my dearest Green Sister, I beg you!" Rong Nianbing was desperate. He grabbed the Goddess of Life's hand, his eyes turning into big, pleading puppy-dog eyes. "You can't give me hope for retirement and then snatch it away. That's just not godly!"

Let me retire and travel the universe with my whole family!!!

At that moment, a terrifying aura of destruction surged up behind him.

A hand grabbed the collar of his robe.

"You emotional wreck with a harem who doesn't know how to behave! Get away from Little Green!!!" The God of Destruction shrieked furiously, "I've put up with you long enough, you know that?! Let's go outside and settle this right now!!!"