Chapter 12: Chapter 12: Successfully Stealing the 100,000-Year-Old Soul Beast, Ah Yin
"Parting is inevitable after sending someone off a thousand miles. Brother Tang Xiao, Brother Tang Hao, please stay for a moment. If you ever have the time in the future, you're always welcome to visit Notting City!"
Zhou Yi, reluctantly parting from the (devoted admirer) Tang Xiao and Tang Hao, cupped his hands and said.
"Sure! Once we obtain the Soul Ring, we will definitely visit Brother Zhou for a drink!" Tang Hao quickly agreed.
The true purpose wasn't the drink.
It was Ah Yin.
"Then it's a promise, plenty of wine will be provided!" Zhou Yi smiled and remarked, fully aware of Tang Hao's intentions.
However, by the time Tang Hao came to find him, Ah Yin might already have children.
Heh heh!
"Brother Zhou, Miss Ah Yin, travel safely!" Tang Xiao and Tang Hao watched Zhou Yi and Ah Yin's departing figures until they were out of sight, still unwilling to look away.
"They've gone far!"
Tang Xiao snapped back to his senses and teasingly spoke to Tang Hao, who was still staring into the distance, "What? Have you taken a liking to Ah Yin?"
"Big Brother, what are you saying?!" Tang Hao, somewhat embarrassed, turned his head and walked away.
"Don't think I don't know your little thoughts?" Tang Xiao sighed internally. Didn't he also have feelings for Ah Yin?
"Let's hurry up. If we're lucky, we might still catch up with Ah Yin!"
Tang Xiao's words energized the previously dispirited Tang Hao, who immediately quickened his pace, his sharp eyes scanning for nearby Soul Beasts.
Soul Masters who came to the Star Dou Forest were mostly here to hunt Soul Beasts for their Soul Rings.
They were no exception.
However, they had only just arrived and hadn't found suitable Soul Rings yet.
Originally, they had planned to stay with Zhou Yi and Ah Yin to build their relationship.
But Zhou Yi had already obtained a Soul Ring and intended to leave.
Ah Yin also eagerly wanted to escape the company of Tang Xiao and Tang Hao, so Zhou Yi and Ah Yin made an excuse to take their leave.
Reluctantly, Tang Xiao and Tang Hao escorted them for a while, but they eventually had to part ways.
At this moment, Tang Hao couldn't wait to find a Soul Beast, obtain a Soul Ring, and quickly catch up with Ah Yin.
It must be said that Tang Xiao and Tang Hao were truly lucky.
Perhaps even Heaven was helping them.
Wanting to assist them in catching up with Ah Yin.
Just after parting with Zhou Yi and Ah Yin, they discovered Soul Beasts suitable for them.
Two Great Strength Vajra Bears, a male and a female.
These powerful Soul Beasts were perfect for their martial soul, the Haotian Hammer.
"Heaven truly aids us!" The two of them rejoiced and shouted with excitement.
Without wasting time, they attacked the two Great Strength Vajra Bears with their hammers, overwhelming them in just a few moves and quickly taking them down.
Then, they began absorbing their Soul Rings.
They already fantasized about absorbing the Soul Rings and catching up with Zhou Yi and Ah Yin as quickly as possible, and then…
Meanwhile, Zhou Yi and Ah Yin encountered Soul Beasts that were chasing and blocking their path.
However, they were not difficult to handle.
Zhou Yi tightly wrapped his arm around A Yin's delicate, smooth waist, and with the Wind and Thunder Wings appearing, he soared into the sky, holding Ah Yin.
The wind howled.
Thunder flashed.
Ah Yin was startled and shy. The wild wind blew through her silky long hair, revealing her flushed, delicate face.
In this moment, her fair hand involuntarily wrapped around Zhou Yi's waist, an unfamiliar sensation rising in her heart.
As for why Zhou Yi hadn't used the Wind and Thunder Wings before, Ah Yin didn't pay it any mind.
If she asked, Zhou Yi could explain.
It was because he had only just acquired them.
He was still unfamiliar with their use.
Earlier, he had been too nervous and forgotten about his external Soul Bone.
With the wind rushing by, the fragrance of the beautiful woman's body filled the air, pleasant and intoxicating.
It could only be said that she was a 100,000-year-old plant-type Soul Beast, the Blue Silver Emperor.
It was undoubtedly as precious as a thousand-year-old spiritual herb.
Even stronger.
"Ah Yin, where is your home? How about I accompany you to visit your parents?" Zhou Yi asked as he gently landed with Ah Yin in his arms.
"I…" Ah Yin thought for a moment and replied:
"My parents have already passed away, and for these years, I have roamed the world."
She couldn't exactly say her hometown was deep within the Great Forest.
She was a 100,000-year-old Soul Beast.
Zhou Yi had anticipated this response from Ah Yin. He immediately took her soft hand and gazed into her captivating eyes:
"Ah Yin, come with me."
"Though my home is just a small city, not as renowned as Haotian Sect, and there are no strong experts, I will protect you and ensure no harm comes to you!"
This wasn't a lie.
Although Zhou Yi's cultivation wasn't high, with his mastery of martial arts and his refined poisons, even if someone like Qian Xunji tried to harm Ah Yin, he could poison them into submission.
"I…" Ah Yin hesitated. After all, they had only known each other for such a short time.
Wasn't this moving too fast?
"Ah Yin, although your cultivation is not weak, it's dangerous to be alone outside. People's hearts are wicked. Today, you've met the outstanding talents of Haotian Sect, but what if you encounter evil Soul Beasts? They'll see a lone person, especially someone as beautiful as you, and surely try to take advantage!"
[Note: Haotian Sect = Clear Sky Sect]
Zhou Yi quickly pressed on, trying to make Ah Yin more determined.
Upon hearing Zhou Yi mention Haotian Sect again, Ah Yin's heart trembled.
She was a 100,000-year-old Soul Beast.
To powerful Soul Masters, she was a huge treasure.
However, most Soul Masters couldn't see through her true identity.
The one thing she feared most were Titled Douluos.
Haotian Sect not only had Titled Douluos, but also a 99th-level peerless Douluo. That kind of expert could crush her with a single blow.
Ah Yin thought about being alone, knowing no one.
What if she encountered someone from a large sect like Tang Xiao and Tang Hao? She had no way of knowing, and it could be very dangerous.
Meanwhile, Zhou Yi came from a small city, without any strong experts in his family.
She could hide in Zhou Yi's home.
There, she could peacefully cultivate without fear of being discovered.
Most importantly…
She felt that Zhou Yi was quite perceptive.
He was kind.
He was handsome.
Though Zhou Yi had feelings for her, she was a Soul Beast.
"Then it's settled!" Zhou Yi said, gently cupping Ah Yin's shy face. With a mischievous grin, he gave her soft, red lips a firm kiss.
"Mm!" Ah Yin was stunned!
Had she been kissed again?
It was so sweet!
Zhou Yi knew the importance of moderation, so he only gave her a light kiss, parting before she could react.
Before Ah Yin could react, Zhou Yi released her delicate hand momentarily, only to tightly grasp it again as he led her away at a brisk pace.
Ah Yin felt as if her soul had left her body, allowing Zhou Yi to pull her along without resistance. Her heart raced uncontrollably, as if a startled fawn were bounding wildly within her chest, crying out: I'm going to crash!
"What a simple and naive Soul Beast—so easy to handle!"
Zhou Yi couldn't help but feel a sense of pride.
In truth, his success wasn't entirely due to luck. With his omniscient perspective—his "god's eye view"—he'd carefully planned every move. Otherwise, winning over Ah Yin might not have been so effortless.
Every word he spoke carried deliberate intent.
For instance, he had emphasized the immense power of the Haotian Sect and the strength of Tang Hao and Tang Xiao to subtly instill a sense of crisis in Ah Yin.
Conversely, by repeatedly mentioning his modest home in a remote, unremarkable town, and the lack of powerful figures in his family, he sought to provide her with a sense of safety and reassurance.
Coupled with the fact that Ah Yin currently had nowhere else to go and was already favorably inclined toward him, Zhou Yi's final move was a decisive, domineering gesture—refusing to give her the chance to reject him and helping the hesitant Ah Yin make up her mind.
Sometimes, women are just like this.
Those who grovel and beg—"simping," as it's often called—rarely meet a good end.
As a man, one must be firm and assertive when the situation demands it.
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