Douluo: Martial Soul White Tiger, I am the White Emperor of Heaven

Chapter 544 The Heartbreaking Red of Longing, Hypnotizing Little Dance? (3)

The next day, the sky was bright.

The people in the camp gradually woke up.

Although Su Han's injuries sustained in the battle with the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger have stabilized thanks to the effects of the elixir.

However, it is clear that they are still unable to engage in high-intensity combat or long-distance treks.

The high priest quickly inventoried the supplies, walked to Hu Liena's side, and whispered, "Nana, Chengfeng needs to rest, so we won't go any deeper today."

"We can only try our luck in the relatively safe area nearby. If we can't find it, let's wait until the wind picks up before continuing."

Hu Liena nodded. "High Priest, I understand. Safety first."

"Let's search the area. What if I get lucky and find a suitable soul beast?"

Seeing Hu Liena's agreement, the High Priest nodded in satisfaction, "That's good. Don't worry, I won't forget you..."

After a simple breakfast, the group began to explore the area within a few miles of the camp.

The high priest and Zhu Zhuqing, who was in relatively good condition, were in charge of the main guard and exploration, while Hu Liena and Ning Rongrong were responsible for taking care of Dai Chengfeng and supporting Zhu Zhuqing at any time.

Although the age of the soul beasts in the central region of the Star Dou Great Forest is generally good, high-level soul beasts with strong spiritual or charm attributes that are suitable for Hu Liena are rare, and their activity range is also limited.

After a whole day, apart from encountering a few foolish thousand-year-old soul beasts and quickly defeating them, the group gained nothing.

As evening fell, the group returned to camp.

Dai Chengfeng handed the roasted jerky to Zhu Zhuqing, Hu Liena, and Ning Rongrong, but his gaze would occasionally 'inadvertently' sweep over the darkness deep in the forest.

He knew that Xiao Wu and Da Ming and Er Ming were probably watching them from somewhere at that moment.

"I just wonder when Xiaowu will have finished thinking about it?"

Dai Chengfeng shook his head, no longer dwelling on it.

As night deepened, everyone except the high priest on night watch returned to their tents to rest.

However, just as Dai Chengfeng was lamenting why his young wife Zhu Zhuqing hadn't come today, leaving him alone in his empty room, he prepared to go to sleep.

"Dai Chengfeng, Sister Xiaowu is calling us!"

At this moment, Qiu'er suddenly appeared beside Dai Chengfeng and said to him.

"Did Xiaowu call us?"

Dai Chengfeng was slightly surprised: "You've made a decision so quickly?"

Thinking it over, Dai Chengfeng quietly got up and followed Qiu'er once again, disappearing into the deep night.

It was that familiar clearing in the woods.

Da Ming and Er Ming stood like two silent mountains in the shadows, their enormous beastly eyes gleaming with complex light in the darkness.

Xiao Wu stood alone in the center of the open space, the moonlight shining on her, illuminating the tense, expectant, and somewhat resolute expression on her face.

Seeing Dai Chengfeng arrive, Xiao Wu took a deep breath, as if she had made up her mind, and said:

"Dai Chengfeng, I've made up my mind."

"Oh?" Dai Chengfeng walked up to her, looking at her calmly. "What's your decision?"

"I... am willing to try your method."

Xiao Wu's voice trembled slightly, but her eyes were unusually firm. "I believe you. Da Ming and Er Ming... they agreed too, but Da Ming is a little worried, so they want to watch you perform the hypnosis. Is that okay?"

After listening, Dai Chengfeng remained expressionless. After all, he had no ulterior motives. If Da Ming and Er Ming wanted to watch, then let them watch.
It just so happens that he is injured now, so they can still protect him.

Therefore, Dai Chengfeng nodded: "It's reasonable, I can agree." As he spoke, he looked in the direction of Da Ming and Er Ming and said: "Gentlemen, please protect me."

"Ok!"

A deep breath came from the darkness, as if in response from the Ming Dynasty.

Immediately, Dai Chengfeng turned his gaze back to Xiao Wu, his tone becoming serious and earnest: "Xiao Wu, now that you've made your decision, you need to completely relax and not resist my mental power in any way."

"This process may feel a little strange, but it will never hurt you."

"I see."

Xiao Wu nodded vigorously, then slowly closed her eyes, her long eyelashes trembling slightly with tension.

Dai Chengfeng stepped forward, extended his right index finger, and a faint golden halo gathered at the tip of his finger. This was a highly condensed spiritual power combined with his innate skill.

He needs to find someone with "the truest and most sincere love" for Xiaowu.

As for the choice of this object...

Soon, Dai Chengfeng had a decision in mind.

He decided to choose himself.

Otherwise, choosing Tang San, the original "chosen one"? That would be absolutely unacceptable.

Putting aside the fact that Tang San doesn't even know where he is right now, if this hypnotic "cause" were to produce an uncontrollable "effect" in the future, or even lead to Xiao Wu ultimately sacrificing herself for Tang San by some twist of fate, then all of Dai Chengfeng's plans would be in vain.

This was something Dai Chengfeng absolutely could not accept—doing the work for someone else's benefit.

Therefore, the best, safest, and most controllable option is Dai Chengfeng himself.

Without hesitation, Dai Chengfeng gently touched Xiao Wu's smooth forehead with his fingertips.

The pale golden spiritual energy, like the gentlest stream of water, slowly seeped into Xiao Wu's sea of ​​consciousness.

Da Ming and Er Ming tensed up instantly, their huge beast eyes fixed on Dai Chengfeng's movements. An invisible sense of pressure filled the air. If Dai Chengfeng showed any abnormal soul power fluctuations or malicious intent, they would immediately launch a thunderous attack.

Dai Chengfeng, however, was completely absorbed in influencing Xiao Wu's subconscious.

He did not crudely alter or implant memories, as that would pose too great a risk. Instead, he used a more sophisticated and covert method—guidance and suggestion.

He used his spiritual power as a catalyst to subtly amplify and guide Xiao Wu's existing "goodwill" and "trust" towards him within her pure sea of ​​consciousness.

This goodwill stemmed from Dai Chengfeng's previous help and his attitude towards soul beasts, which differed from that of other human soul masters.

Dai Chengfeng continuously strengthened and purified this positive emotion, and directed it towards the dimension of "admiration".

He wove together vague yet beautiful fragments of "shared experiences," such as conversations under the moonlight, and Dai Chengfeng's promise to take her to see the outside world...

These fragments were not created out of thin air, but rather artistic processing and emotional sublimation based on real interactions.

The core idea is to stimulate Xiaowu's inner desire to "be understood," "be protected," and "gain freedom," and to project this desire onto herself, forming a kind of emotional dependence similar to the "Stockholm Syndrome" effect but more gentle and positive.

The whole process lasted about the time it takes for an incense stick to burn.

Dai Chengfeng's forehead was slightly sweaty; this kind of meticulous mental operation was extremely taxing on his mind.

He carefully controlled the intensity, ensuring that the "love" he was guiding was sincere and intense enough to stir the heartbroken red flower of longing.

Until half an hour later.

"call!"

Finally, Dai Chengfeng slowly withdrew his finger and let out a long sigh of relief.

(End of this chapter)