Douluo Continent: Tonight, a Fairy Tale Descends.

The thought that entered the Nine-Colored Deer's mind was intermittent and sounded weak, but the Nine-Colored Deer sensed a huge spiritual aura in it.

The Nine-Colored Deer's cultivation was interrupted. It opened its clear eyes and looked with a hint of doubt into the depths of the rippling Lake of Life.

Its powerful spiritual energy allowed it to follow this spiritual energy and capture its source.

But the Nine-Colored Deer did not readily believe this unfamiliar cry for help.

Having been deceived by humans before, it no longer trusts others as easily as it did at first.

"Who are you?"

The nine-colored deer tried to respond with its spiritual power; its thoughts were pure and gentle, like a clear spring.

“I…I am Tianmeng…Tianmeng Bingcan…”

Upon hearing the Nine-Colored Deer's gentle response, the thought seemed to grasp at a lifeline, and its words instantly became excited.

"I've been...locked down there by Di Tian and the others...for many years...they're draining my...power...I'm dying...Little Auspicious Beast...only you can help me..."

Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm?

The Nine-Colored Deer was unfamiliar with the name, but it could sense the weakness and immense spiritual power emanating from the other party's thoughts.

The Nine-Colored Deer was kind by nature, and upon hearing that the other party was imprisoned and had its power drained, it couldn't help but feel a pang of pity.

"How can I help you?"

It is by its nature to help every creature in need.

However, the Nine-Colored Deer still harbored doubts about the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm. After all, based on its perception of this spiritual power, it could clearly sense that no one in the Star Dou Great Forest possessed spiritual power that could surpass that of the Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm.

Even Di Tian, ​​who is known as the Beast God, is not as strong as Tian Meng Bing Can in terms of mental power.

"Let me out...let me out! Or help me disrupt the seal. As long as there's even the slightest gap, I can find a chance to escape." Tianmeng Bingcan's thoughts were filled with the allure of the Nine-Colored Deer.

As the only million-year-old soul beast on the Douluo Continent, Tianmeng Ice Silkworm believed that his mental strength ranked among the top three in the entire Douluo Continent. Therefore, even though he was trapped deep in the Lake of Life, he could still use his enormous mental strength to secretly learn about information from the outside world.

During this time, after learning that Di Tian had brought back a newly born auspicious beast from the Lake of Life, Tianmeng Bingcan's thoughts became active.

Since being trapped, he had been looking for an opportunity to escape the Lake of Life, and the arrival of the auspicious beast was, in Tianmeng Ice Silkworm's eyes, an excellent opportunity.

Tianmeng Bingcan believed that Di Tian and the others would not be on guard against the auspicious beast. As long as he bewitched the auspicious beast, he would have a chance to leave this place.

Moreover, with his strength as a million-year-old soul beast, seducing a newly born auspicious beast would be a piece of cake.

"You are an auspicious beast, Di Tian and the others will not harm you. If you help me, I can give you tremendous benefits. I will make you the most powerful soul beast."

The nine-colored deer frowned slightly.

It is kind, but not stupid.

The impatience and transactional promise in Tianmeng Ice Silkworm's mind made it instinctively feel a little uneasy.

Just as it was about to ask for details, a terrifying pressure, like the might of heaven, instantly reached Su Ju’s Lake of Life.

Boom!

The lake surface instantly became as still as a mirror, not even a ripple disappeared, and the space seemed to freeze.

The Nine-Colored Deer knew that Di Tian had discovered Tianmeng Ice Silkworm's little trick.

"Hmph! You ignorant fool, daring to try and bewitch the auspicious beast."

Di Tian's cold and majestic voice resounded throughout the entire core area.

The nine-colored deer quickly composed itself.

It could sense that with the appearance of Di Tian, ​​the faint spiritual consciousness at the bottom of the lake emitted a mournful and terrified scream.

Its connection with itself was instantly severed by Di Tian.

"Auspicious beast!"

Di Tian's voice turned to the Nine-Colored Deer, still majestic, but clearly with a hint of concern.

"Are you alright? That was a cunning and greedy million-year-old soul beast. It tried to steal our energy, so we imprisoned it here and extracted its excess energy to nourish the forest. Don't believe a single word it says. Focus on your cultivation and improving your strength—that's the most important thing!"

Then Di Tian turned to look at the Crimson King.

"Red King!"

"Lord!"

The Red King raised his three heads instantly and responded respectfully.

That damned Heavenly Dream Ice Silkworm dared to bewitch the auspicious beast, and even caused him to be scolded by Emperor Tian.

"Keep a close eye on me! If this happens again, you'll be held responsible!" Di Tian's voice carried an undeniable authority.

"Yes!" The Red King lowered his head three times in fear.

The terrifying pressure receded like a tide, as if it had never existed.

The Lake of Life has returned to tranquility, with only the life force still rising from its surface.

The nine-colored deer lay back on the boulder, its clear eyes gazing into the deep lake, its heart filled with turbulent emotions.

A million-year-old soul beast, imprisoned, its power extracted to nourish the forest?

Di Tian's explanation seemed reasonable, but Tianmeng Bingcan's weak cry for help and Di Tian's swift and violent reaction made Nine-Colored Deer feel that things were not as simple as they seemed.

The Lake of Life holds a great secret.

But the Nine-Colored Deer was too weak to investigate; its strength was currently too low.

It closed its eyes again and continued its practice.

……

Skyfrost City.

For several days in a row, every evening, Lin Zao's figure would appear on time next to the gate of the Tianshuang City Primary Soul Master Academy.

He was still wearing the gray outfit of a Spirit Hall trainee, grinning foolishly.

Lin Wan was used to it.

After each day's classes ended, he would see Lin Zao looking out at the door, and then he would walk with Lin Zao to the Spirit Hall's dining hall.

The food at the Spirit Hall was indeed far superior to that of the part-time student cafeteria; Lin Wan even felt that her silver hair seemed to have a better shine.

However, today is different.

As Lin Wan walked out of the college gate with the crowd, she immediately saw Lin Zao standing in the same spot.

The setting sun shone on him, but he didn't wave excitedly as usual. He just stood there quietly, head slightly bowed, his toes unconsciously grinding the pebbles on the ground.

A kind of dull, low-pressure atmosphere

Lin Wan's eyes narrowed slightly, and she understood.

It seems that Lin is about to set off for the Soul Master Academy in Wuhun City.

He took a deep breath of the cold air, quickly put on his usual smile, and strode over.

"Good morning! Why are you so listless today? Did you not enjoy the food at the Spirit Hall?"

Lin Zao raised her head and gave a silly smile.

"No, Brother Wan. Let's go eat."

Lin Zao's voice was somewhat deep.

Seeing this, Lin Wan took the initiative to put her arm around his shoulder and led him toward the Spirit Hall, then chatted with him casually.

Chapter 14 Lin Zao's Departure

"Iron-faced Zhao went crazy again today, making us run fifteen laps! It almost broke my old arms and legs."

By the way, the braised pork yesterday was pretty good, I wonder if they still have it today…”

Lin Wan talked about the trivial things that happened at the academy today, trying to divert Lin Zao's attention.

Lin Zao only responded with "uh-huh" and "ah-huh," her eyes somewhat unfocused, clearly preoccupied.

Lin Wan sighed silently.

Good morning! Your brother only knows how to coax 18-year-old girls, not 6-year-old children!

The two walked to the side entrance of the Spirit Hall, showed their badges, and entered the familiar public dining area.

The abundant food still emitted an enticing aroma, but tonight's dinner was eaten in unusual quiet.

Lin Zao absentmindedly poked at the food on his plate. He could usually eat five large bowls of rice, but today he only ate three large bowls before putting down his chopsticks.

Lin Wan saw this and sighed inwardly. He could tell that Lin Zao was genuinely upset; she was even eating less. He didn't try to start a conversation with her anymore.

After dinner, Lin Wan stood up and prepared to leave.

"Let's go, Zaozao, I should go back. I have class tomorrow."

Lin Zao suddenly raised her head, her lips moved slightly as if she had made a great decision, and she opened her mouth in a muffled voice with a heavy nasal tone.

"Brother Wan, I'm leaving."

Lin Wan stopped and turned to look at him, her face showing the calm she had expected.

"Ok, I know."

Those three simple words were like opening the floodgates of Lin Zao's emotions.

His eyes instantly reddened, and tears welled up in them as he tried to hold back. His voice choked with emotion: "Brother Wan, I can't bear to leave you and the people in the village! I don't want to go that far."

The Spirit Hall Academy is located in Spirit City, which is an unreachable distance for Lin Zao, who has never left Hanbei Village.

Lin Wan walked up to him, raised her hand and patted his shoulder firmly, her voice deep and reassuring.

"Fool, what are you crying for? Going to the Spirit Hall Academy is a good thing. It's an opportunity that many people would kill for. You should cherish it."

He paused, then softened his tone and said, "It's not like we'll never see each other again. Besides, you can still write to us when you miss me. For at least the next six years, I'll still be at the Tian Shuang City Elementary Academy, and the address won't change."

"Really?"

Lin Zao looked up with some confusion. In his mind, leaving meant losing contact. He had originally planned to have Lin Wan go to the Martial Soul Academy to find him.

"Of course it's true." Lin Wan nodded affirmatively.

"I, Lin Wan, keep my word."

"Brother, remember to write to me that night," Lin Zao quickly requested.

"Okay, I'll definitely write it." Lin Wan replied with a smile, even though he might not write it many times.

Lin Zao seemed a little relieved and hurriedly took out a neatly folded piece of paper from his pocket and stuffed it into Lin Wan's hand.

"Brother Wan, here! This is the address of the Spirit Hall Academy that Lord Moraki specifically asked me to come to. You must write to me in the future, don't forget." He emphasized repeatedly.

"Okay, I won't forget it."

Lin Wan took the note and carefully put it into her pocket.

"Brother Wan, wait for me here for a moment."

As if suddenly remembering something, Lin Zao turned around and ran quickly towards the corridor leading from the restaurant to the inner accommodation area.

Lin Wan was a little confused, but she still stood there and waited, watching Lin Zao disappear at the end of the corridor.

He had some guesses about what Lin Zao was going to get.

Sure enough, a few minutes later, Lin Zao ran back, panting, and shoved a heavy little package wrapped in thick cloth into Lin Wan's arms without saying a word.

"Brother Wan, this is for you!"

Lin Wan opened the cloth bag with a puzzled look. When he saw what was inside, even he, with his calm and composed nature, couldn't help but widen his eyes in astonishment.

Inside the package were two items: a small, warm-looking white jade bottle and a small, heavy bag of gold soul coins. There seemed to be quite a few gold soul coins, at least several dozen.

"Good morning! What's this?"

Lin Wan's voice was filled with disbelief. He knew that Lin Zao valued him, but he never expected that it would go this far.

The pills in that jade bottle were clearly of extraordinary quality! Moreover, there were so many gold soul coins.

"This was given to me by Lord Moraki!"

Lin Zao eagerly explained to Lin Wan, "The jade bottle contains a Soul Condensing Pill. Lord Moraki said it's especially helpful for cultivating soul power. I asked him, and he said this pill is particularly good for building a foundation for soul masters, especially suitable for those whose soul power level is not yet high. It will definitely be useful for you, Brother Wan."