Douluo V: Starting with daily check-ins, I'm trying to trick Xiao Wu into becoming my wife.

[Remaining check-in attempts: 2!]

Ao Yin felt a surge of wild joy.

He had two more sign-in opportunities left, and his anticipation grew stronger.

He stopped thinking about it and his mind cried out again in his heart.

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have successfully checked in at the core area of ​​the Star Dou Great Forest!]

[Congratulations on receiving the Level 4 sign-in reward—a 100,000-year-old Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear Soul Ring!]

[The first martial soul, the Panlong Staff, currently has no available soul ring slots. Should it be attached to the Dark Sacred Dragon martial soul?]

"The system seems to read my mind perfectly!" Ao Yin was overjoyed.

Without hesitation, he confirmed and gave the spirit ring to the Dark Holy Dragon.

The 100,000-year-old Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear, known as the Tyrant, possesses unparalleled strength, making it the perfect first soul ring for the Dark Holy Dragon.

Dark Holy Dragon's first soul skill - Holy Dragon Rampage, a pure and ultimate power eruption!

Om-!

The phantom of the Dark Holy Dragon Martial Soul stretched out behind him, and a scarlet, dazzling 100,000-year soul ring slowly spiraled upwards.

"The Dark Holy Dragon's first spirit ring, a 100,000-year-old Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear! Acquired!"

...

[Remaining check-in attempts: 1!]

"Keep checking in!"

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have successfully checked in at the core area of ​​the Star Dou Great Forest!]

[Congratulations on receiving the Level 2 sign-in reward—two Zhuge Crossbows and a crafting recipe!]

A faint golden light slowly flowed from the void, and a palm-sized, dark iron box floated silently in front of Ao Yin. The cold, heavy metallic texture was overwhelming; it was the Zhuge Divine Crossbow, a hidden weapon of the Tang Sect.

The entire crossbow body is forged from high-grade iron, and its surface is polished to a dull, matte finish. It feels heavy in the hand, is about a foot long, and is just the right size to hold in one hand.

The crossbow has sixteen small arrow holes arranged neatly, the spring is closed, and the inside is already pre-loaded with forty-eight eight-inch short crossbow bolts that have been quenched with paralyzing poison. The arrowheads are lined with fine blood grooves that gleam coldly.

Ao Yin reached out and grabbed the Zhuge Crossbow in his palm. His fingertips rubbed the cool crossbow body, and he felt that the mechanism was engaged smoothly without any resistance.

"It's actually this thing." A hint of surprise flashed in Ao Yin's eyes.

The Zhuge Divine Crossbow requires no soul power to activate; even an ordinary person can unleash terrifying destructive power simply by pulling the trigger.

Within fifty meters, it can shatter metal and stone. Even a Soul Emperor level expert caught off guard and hit by a volley of sixteen crossbow bolts would still suffer severe injuries. The only drawback is the loud bang of the springs when firing, making it impossible to launch a silent attack. Beyond fifty meters, the power rapidly diminishes.

Immediately afterwards, a picture book of animal hides, gleaming faintly, unfolded in his mind.

The illustrations are densely covered with complete blueprints for the Zhuge Divine Crossbow, detailing everything from the iron concentrate ratio, spring curvature, and arrow slot openings to the crossbow casting and poisoning formula. Every dimension and every step of the process is recorded clearly and without omission.

It not only provides finished products, but also details such as raw material selection, forging temperature, assembly, and debugging. As long as there are enough materials on hand, one can mass-produce Zhuge Crossbows by following the illustrations.

[Item: Zhuge Divine Crossbow]

[Illustrated Guide: Complete crafting blueprint for the Zhuge Divine Crossbow, permanently stored in the host's memory.]

Ao Yin pulled the trigger on the side of the arrow slot, and with a soft click, the box lid popped open, revealing neatly stacked crossbow bolts inside.

"This is actually a useful trump card," Ao Yin thought to himself.

Although he doesn't need to use it, this Zhuge Divine Crossbow is indeed a surprising means of survival. Even if he can't win, a volley of fire is enough to force back many powerful enemies.

Whether left for a companion to defend themselves or kept as a trump card, it is very useful.

Especially Ning Rongrong, a support-type Soul Master, is most lacking in ways to protect herself!

Even more valuable is that crafting guide. When you return to Shrek, as long as you find enough materials and a skilled craftsman, you can mass-produce them!

"There is no Tang Clan now, and there is no need for one in the future, because the Ao Clan will rise soon!" Ao Yin's lips curled up slightly.

With a flick of his wrist, he directly stored the Zhuge Crossbow into his personal storage bag.

...

All three check-ins have been used up.

Ao Yin felt very satisfied.

Having spent several days here with Xiao Wu in her arduous training, it's time for us to head back.

Shrek Academy's companions, along with Zhao Wuji, were still searching for them on the outskirts. The Star Core was valuable, but they couldn't stay long; they could come back to check in again later.

He gently shook Xiao Wu, who was fast asleep at his feet.

"Xiao Wu, we should go back now. Come back and visit again when you have time."

Xiao Wu rubbed her sleepy eyes and nodded gently.

She called out, summoning Da Ming and Er Ming.

"Daming, Erming, I'm going back to the human world to continue my cultivation. I'll come back to see you later."

Roar--!

The Azure Bull Python let out a low roar, filled with reluctance, but made no attempt to stop her. The cultivation of soul beasts is fraught with hardship; the path Xiao Wu has chosen, she must ultimately walk step by step on her own.

"Don't worry, brothers. I, Ao Yin, promise you that I will protect Xiao Wu."

Ao Yin raised his hand and patted his chest, a subtle aura quietly spreading out.

Only Da Ming and Er Ming could sense that it contained the oppressive aura of the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear, the Azure Bull Python, and the Dark Holy Dragon.

Even the Ming Dynasty couldn't help but tremble slightly.

Daming couldn't help but think of the Beast God Di Tian, ​​who had been sleeping at the bottom of the Lake of Life in the Star Dou Great Forest. Although he knew of its existence, neither Erming nor Daming had ever seen it!

All that is known is that it possesses the Black Dragon bloodline, a direct descendant of the Dragon God, and that it is the supreme ruler of the Star Dou Great Forest's soul beasts!

"Could he be... the Beast God Di Tian?"

Only those beings have the chance to be imbued with the aura of the dragon race.

Although the human boy in front of it did not directly admit that he was a soul beast in human form, it had already labeled him with suspicion in its mind.

Although it's uncertain, whoever Ao Yin is, he has indeed been helping Xiao Wu cultivate these past few days, and her rapid increase in cultivation level is a tangible fact.

Only then did the two ferocious beasts completely put aside their concerns and entrust Xiao Wu to him with peace of mind.

"Daming, Erming, we have to go now. We'll come back to see you again when we have time!"

Hey—Xiao Wu, come back and visit often!

After bidding farewell to Daming and Erming, the two set off towards the outer edge of the Star Dou Great Forest.

"We've been gone for so long, I hope our companions haven't encountered any danger." Xiao Wu felt a hidden worry in her heart. The Star Dou Great Forest was fraught with danger, and not all soul beasts were so gentle.

Ao Yin used the Luo Yan Step, his steps were swift and unpredictable, and soon he brought Xiao Wu close to the edge of the forest.

"Teacher Zhao and the others are most likely waiting on the outskirts," Ao Yin thought to himself.

Tap tap tap—!

The sound of hurried, chaotic footsteps suddenly entered my ears.

"Xiao Wu, there are three people coming this way quickly."

Xiao Wu tensed instantly, her expression becoming alert. Who was it, with such a clear target?

Upon seeing who it was, Xiao Wu's lips curled into a cryptic smile, her tone tinged with a hint of sourness.

"Brother Ao, he's an old acquaintance of yours."

Ao Yin was slightly taken aback. He looked up and immediately understood why Xiao Wu was jealous.

The visitors were none other than the peerless dragon and snake couple.

Not only did Snake Granny Chaotianxiang arrive, but even Dragon Duke Meng Shu, who rarely showed his face, came. Standing to the side was the quirky little witch, Meng Yiran.