Star Martial Soaring Cloud

Wang Xiao: "???"

He froze on the spot, his mind blank, and it took him a long time to come back to his senses.

He even doubted his own ears.

Or rather, he would rather believe he misheard than believe what Niu Ben said!

What kind of show is this?

Am I dreaming, or is Niu Ben still asleep?

Just a moment ago they were shouting for war, how come they're suddenly kneeling down and worshipping their father?

"What...what are you doing?" Wang Xiao asked instinctively, somewhat bewildered.

Niu Ben raised his head, his eyes filled with sincerity and fervor, and said in a resolute tone, "I, Niu Ben, am willing to acknowledge you as my godfather!"

To be utterly crushed in one's area of ​​expertise—in Niu Ben's view, only a god could achieve that.

The demon race has always revered strength. In their understanding, the strong are the world and their faith.

Once they encounter someone far stronger than themselves, they will willingly submit.

The demon soldiers submitted to the demon general, who then called them "children."

Paying homage to one's father is not shameful for the demon race; on the contrary, it is an honor.

This scene left Wang Xiao speechless.

He rubbed his temples, feeling a throbbing pain in his head.

The contrast is just too great!

The sudden reversal completely stunned him.

His eyes widened, his mouth slightly agape, staring blankly at Niu Ben kneeling on the ground. His mind went completely blank, as if he had been struck hard by a heavy hammer, leaving a buzzing sound.

He's only sixteen, still a child himself, and there's not even a hint of a relationship between him yet, and now he's going to be a father?

Moreover, this "son" is a demon general with a bull's head and a human body?

"Get up first." Wang Xiao waved his hand. "Let's talk this out. There's no need for the father-worship ceremony. If you don't mind, we can be friends."

"No way!" Niu Ben retorted firmly, "You say you'll become my father, and I'll do it! You can crush me with your body, you're my heaven and my earth! I'll willingly become your father!"

Wang Xiao was stunned and didn't know how to refute it for a moment.

The demon race's logic is too simplistic and crude, isn't it?

If you can't beat them, you just acknowledge their father?

"Um... Brother Niu, please listen to me," Wang Xiao patiently explained, "I'm only sixteen, much younger than you. Your act of bowing to my father..."

"Age is not a problem!" Niu Ben interrupted directly, his tone resolute. "The capable come first! You are strong, so you are my elder! It's only right that I acknowledge you as my father!"

Wang Xiao: "..."

He took a deep breath and decided to change his approach: "How about this, we become friends? Let's drop the matter of the father-worship ceremony."

"No!" Niu Ben refused again, his eyes filled with determination. "I am a demon of principle! If you don't agree, I'd rather die than tell you where the Immortal Ephemeral Flower is!"

"Threatening me?" Wang Xiao thought to himself, turning to leave. "I don't care about your demon race rules!"

He had been wronged for no reason, and what he wanted most at that moment was to find Master Yuankong and ask that unscrupulous monk for a proper explanation.

As for this bull demon, he really didn't want to get entangled with it anymore—it was too outrageous. Becoming a father at sixteen, and with such a large "child" at that, would be a huge joke if word got out.

"etc!"

Wang Xiao suddenly stopped, stepped back, and looked at Niu Ben. "What did you say? The Immortal Epiphyllum?"

Seeing that he finally reacted, Niu Ben perked up and nodded repeatedly: "Yes, yes, yes! The Immortal Epiphyllum! I know where the Immortal Epiphyllum is! Three whole mature Immortal Epiphyllums!"

Epiphyllum oxypetalum!

There were three mature Epiphyllum oxypetalum plants!

This was undoubtedly a tremendous temptation for Wang Xiao.

His purpose in coming to the island was to seek out the Immortal Epiphyllum.

The conflict between Su Qinhe and her fellow disciples also hinges on the Immortal Ephemeral Flower.

Since he had already promised to help her, he would naturally spare no effort.

The fairy epiphyllum is extremely rare; finding even one is as difficult as ascending to heaven, let alone three.

Wang Xiao's heart stirred, and his gaze instantly turned fervent.

He took a deep breath, suppressed his turbulent emotions, and looked at Niu Ben with a complicated expression.

"Um... Brother Niu, are you sure you know the location of the Immortal Epiphyllum?" Wang Xiao asked tentatively.

"Of course I'm sure!" Niu Ben patted his chest, his tone arrogant. "I, Niu Ben, have been among the demons for so many years. I dare not boast about anything else, but I certainly have the skill to find treasures and discover hidden objects! Those three Immortal Epiphyllum flowers are located in a secluded valley in the northern part of Demon Island. But if you don't acknowledge me as your adopted son, I'd rather die than submit!"

Wang Xiao's expression turned serious, and he said without changing his expression, "This godfather isn't bad either. I was just testing your sincerity. Alright, you've passed the test."

Upon hearing this, Niu Ben was overjoyed and stood up abruptly, his massive ox face beaming with excitement: "Godfather, please accept my bow!"

As he spoke, he was about to kneel down again.

Wang Xiao quickly helped him up: "Alright, alright, stop bowing, lead the way."

Niu Ben then gave up, stood up, and excitedly approached Wang Xiao: "Father, don't worry, with me here, those three Immortal Epiphyllum flowers won't get away! I'll take you to get them right away!"

Wang Xiao nodded, her gaze falling on his hands: "Your hands..."

Niu Ben looked down at his twisted hands, grinned, and said nonchalantly, "Don't worry, Godfather, it's just a minor injury!"

As he spoke, he took a deep breath, and a faint golden light suddenly emanated from his body.

Golden light spread along his arms, enveloping his hands.

The next instant, Wang Xiao witnessed Niu Ben's injuries healing at a speed visible to the naked eye—the twisted bones slowly returned to their original positions, the broken bone fragments rejoined, the swollen muscles gradually subsided, and the cracks on his skin quickly closed up.

In just a short while, Niu Ben's hands were completely healed and he could move them freely, as if he had never been injured.

Wang Xiao was stunned and deeply shocked.

He had long known that the demon race had a strong physique and amazing recovery ability, but he never expected them to be this powerful!

Such an injury, even with miraculous medicine, would require ten days to half a month of rest for a human cultivator to recover.

Niu Ben recovered completely in just a short time!

"Godfather, are you amazed by my regenerative abilities?" Niu Ben shook his head proudly upon seeing Wang Xiao's expression. "My main cultivation method is physical body techniques, and this regenerative ability is unparalleled among demons of the same level! As long as it's not a fatal injury, I can recover quickly!"

"Impressive. Now that your hand is healed, let's set off immediately." Wang Xiao composed himself, his tone solemn. "Take me to the valley you mentioned and find those three Immortal Epiphyllum flowers. Remember, in front of outsiders, do not call me godfather; just call me Brother Lu."

Wang Xiao appeared calm on the surface, but his heart was in turmoil, filled with shock: Niu Ben's physical recovery ability is terrifying! Could I learn from him and use the Five Elements to refine my body, borrowing the earth and wood elements to forge my own recovery power?

This trip to the magical island was truly full of "surprises"!