Douluo Continent: Copying Ya Li, the Carefree King of the Sun and Moon

Behind him, Di Tian stood in the woods, watching the figure gradually disappear into the distance, and remained silent for a long time.

"Di Tian," Bi Ji's spirit floated in mid-air and whispered, "He will do it."

Di Tian didn't say anything, turned around and disappeared into the depths of the dense forest.

On the outskirts of the Starry Sky Forest, sunlight filters through the scattered branches and leaves, scattering across the ground and creating a carpet of shimmering gold.

Xu Yanli walked slowly at the front, his steps exceptionally light. The eighth spirit ring he had just acquired was slowly circulating within his body, and the spirit bone in his left leg was radiating a warm and gentle aura, making him feel light and relaxed all over.

Although the steps looked easy, they could never seem to get fast.

It was all because there was a little guy following behind him that he couldn't shake off.

Three-eyed Golden Lion.

This auspicious beast from the Starry Sky followed them all the way from the core of the forest to the outer perimeter.

At first, it maintained the airs of an auspicious beast, following at a distance and occasionally stealing glances at Xu Yanli, acting extremely reserved.

It was clear that Xu Yanli had no intention of driving it away at all, and its courage instantly grew.

First, she quietly took a few steps closer, slowly walked to a position next to him, and finally... she simply stuck to him.

The fluffy, large head kept rubbing against Xu Yanli's waist, its wet nose sniffing back and forth on his sleeve, its golden pupils clear and bright, reflecting his image so brightly that it seemed to hold an entire galaxy of stars.

Xu Yanli stumbled as her body was constantly being nudged and swayed. Helplessly, she reached out and pressed down on its head: "Alright, alright, stop rubbing against me."

The three-eyed golden lion was gently pushed away, and after a moment of stunned silence, it was not discouraged at all and immediately stuck back to the lion.

This time, it pressed its head against Xu Yanli's palm and rubbed it, making a low, soft purr, as docile as a giant, affectionate cat.

Xu Yanli had no choice but to raise his hand and push again.

It rubs against it again.

Push it, stick it.

After being pulled five or six times, Xu Yanli completely lost his temper and simply let it stick to him, turning his head to look at Long Xiaoyao who was walking slowly behind him.

Long Xiaoyao wore a mask on his face, his steps were unhurried, and his gaze fell on the three-eyed golden lion that was sticking to Xu Yanli. A complex and inscrutable look flashed in his eyes.

"Gu Yuena, what's going on with it?" Xu Yanli couldn't help but ask.

Gu Yuena said with a complicated expression, "The auspicious beast is born with spiritual insight, and it has taken a liking to you. Also, do you know that the luck you have right now is simply the darling of the world?"

Xu Yanli suddenly stopped in his tracks and looked down at the docile three-eyed golden lion in front of him.

Just then, the little guy also looked up, his golden eyes clear and pure, filled with complete dependence and joy, his infatuation undisguised, straightforward and passionate.

Xu Yanli's heart skipped a beat, and he quickly looked away, continuing to walk forward.

"It cannot come with me." He said firmly, "It is an auspicious beast of the Star Dou Great Forest, carrying the fortune of the entire Soul Beast race. If it were to leave with me, Di Tian would be the first to object."

The three-eyed golden lion seemed to understand the rejection in his words, and immediately let out a few aggrieved whimpers, rubbing its head against his waist and abdomen even more forcefully.

Chapter 151 Evil Soul Master...

Long Xiaoyao didn't respond and quietly followed along.

The three continued forward, with the Three-Eyed Golden Lion sticking close behind them every step of the way. They followed them from the outer edge of the forest to its border, through layers of trees, all the way to the foot of the last ancient tree in the Star Dou Great Forest.

Xu Yanli stopped at the edge of the forest and slowly turned around.

The three-eyed golden lion stopped under the shade of a tree, half of its body hidden in the dappled shadows, its golden eyes fixed on him, filled with deep reluctance.

"Go back." Xu Yanli softened his tone.

The three-eyed golden lion remained motionless, staring intently at him.

Xu Yanli sighed softly and raised her hand to stroke its soft head one last time. The fur beneath her palm was smooth and warm, enveloped in the unique warmth of the sunlight, which was exceptionally soothing.

"Listen to me, go back." He said it again, his voice much softer.

At this moment, the three-eyed golden lion's eyes visibly moistened.

It lowered its head, gently rubbed its head against Xu Yanli's palm one last time, and then slowly turned around and walked step by step into the depths of the forest.

Take a few steps, then look back.

After walking a few more steps, I stopped and looked back.

He repeated this several times until the dazzling golden figure completely disappeared into the depths of the dense forest, no longer visible. Only then did Xu Yanli withdraw his gaze, turn around, and step onto the official road outside the city.

Long Xiaoyao followed silently behind him, without uttering a word the entire time.

The official road was deserted and desolate in autumn, with hardly any pedestrians in sight. The autumn harvest had ended, and the fields were bare. A few sparrows perched on the withered scarecrow's shoulder, tilting their heads to observe the two people passing by.

Xu Yanli walked leisurely, without taking out the jade fan at his waist. His hands were behind his back, and he looked relaxed, like a young master from a noble family going out for an autumn outing.

Only his slightly furrowed brows betrayed the thoughts in his heart.

"Elder Long." He suddenly spoke, breaking the silence.

Long Xiaoyao looked up.

What are your thoughts on the chaos caused by evil spirit masters?

Long Xiaoyao paused slightly, but quickly recovered and did not respond immediately.

Xu Yanli did not urge him, and slowly said to himself, "The Holy Spirit Cult is too deeply rooted in the Sun Moon Empire, so deeply entrenched that even the royal family finds it difficult to shake. You know better than I do that most of the ministers in the court have shady dealings with the Holy Spirit Cult in private."

"If the imperial court is like this, then the local areas are even more chaotic. Evil spirit masters run rampant, oppressing the people, who have long suffered unspeakably."

His tone gradually turned serious: "If this continues, it won't be long before the Sun Moon Empire is no longer a safe haven for evil soul masters, but will instead completely fall into their hands."

Long Xiaoyao remained silent, his mask concealing all his expressions, but his steps slowed slightly compared to before.

Xu Yanli glanced at him and continued, "I never thought of exterminating all evil soul masters. That's unrealistic and impossible. The reason why evil soul masters keep emerging is because there is fertile ground and roots for them to grow."

"But ultimately, most of them are human beings, not born inherently evil."

He stopped, turned around, and looked directly at Long Xiaoyao with an open and honest gaze: "Elder Long, I have an idea."

After a long silence, Long Xiaoyao finally spoke, his voice hoarse and low: "Speak."

"Those who set rules and reform themselves can be forgiven."

Xu Yanli spoke slowly, each word clear and resonant.

“Those who have committed evil in the past but from now on stop doing good, stop harming innocent civilians, and stop committing violence will be spared the death penalty and given a way to repent.”

"As for those who take pleasure in killing, abuse the common people, and repeatedly refuse to change their ways, they shall be killed without mercy."

After speaking, he paused briefly and added, "If it is a personal revenge, it does not count."

Long Xiaoyao's eyes, hidden beneath his mask, suddenly changed, revealing a mixture of shock, contemplation, and a complex emotion that was difficult to describe.

"are you serious?"

“Of course I’m serious.” Xu Yanli nodded emphatically. “The chaos caused by evil soul masters is better addressed by channeling rather than suppressing. Simply slaughtering and purging them will not eradicate them completely and will only force all evil soul masters to band together and fight back, making the situation even more chaotic.”

"It would be better to open up a glimmer of hope and give them a way to live peacefully without having to harm the innocent or commit violence."

The main issue is that marriage is currently too powerful. If we were to eliminate it all now, it would greatly diminish the national fortune of the Sun Moon Empire. However, if we don't deal with it, it would affect the support of the people.

He turned around and continued walking along the official road, his soft voice drifting away on the autumn breeze.

"We know this path is difficult, but someone has to try. Even if we can only save a few people in the end, it's better than watching the masses suffer and doing nothing."

Long Xiaoyao followed behind him, remaining silent for a long time.

Just when Xu Yanli thought he wouldn't give an answer, the deep voice finally rang out again.

"Okay. I'll talk to Xishui and persuade her to accept your rules."

Xu Yanli paused slightly, nodded gently, and said nothing more.

The autumn wind was bleak as the two walked one after the other along the open road. The setting sun cast long shadows of the two figures, which were quietly spread across the ground in the afterglow.

By the time they rushed back to Mingdu, it was already deep into the night.

The Prince Xiaoyao's mansion was brightly lit inside and out, with rows of red lanterns hanging high, their warm light enveloping the vermilion gates and dispelling the chill of the night.

Luo Xu was already waiting at the gate of the mansion. Upon seeing Xu Yanli return, he immediately hurried forward to greet him.

"Your Highness, you're finally back!"

Xu Yanli raised his hand to indicate that he didn't need to say anything more, and walked straight through the front yard into the study.

After closing the doors and windows and drawing the curtains, he sat cross-legged on the futon, gently closed his eyes, and his consciousness instantly sank into his sea of ​​consciousness, entering his private secret space.

Within the secret realm, the strange scene of half-life and half-death remains.

On the eastern side of the secret realm, life thrives. The ancient tree of life stands quietly in the center, with a soft, emerald-green halo slowly scattering down. A clear spring flows gently beneath the tree, and exotic flowers and herbs sway lightly in the breeze, creating a scene of peace and prosperity.

However, the western side of the secret realm is a completely different realm of destruction. The pitch-black land is barren, and above the dark sky, purple lightning dragons surge and roar. Each strike of lightning creates deep, scorched cracks in the ground, displaying terrifying power.

Xu Yanli took a deep breath and took the lead in walking under the vibrant ancient tree.

I sat cross-legged, calmed my mind, and wholeheartedly felt the powerful yet gentle life force of the ancient tree.

Emerald green specks of light drifted down from the branches and leaves, like soft snowflakes falling gently, covering his body and seeping into his skin and meridians through his pores, flowing through his limbs and bones.

The ultimate warmth enveloped my whole body, as if I were soaking in a warm spring, or being gently embraced in a comforting embrace.

The hidden injuries accumulated during cultivation and the lingering dangers left from past battles were all gradually soothed, repaired, and dissolved under the nourishment of this pure life force.

This supremely comfortable nourishment lasted only for one hour.

When the time came, the green light suddenly faded, and a gentle yet irresistible force directly sent him out of the nourishing range of the ancient tree.

Chapter 152 Severe Pain!

Xu Yanli opened his eyes and stood up, his gaze fixed on the extremely dangerous Destruction Thunder Domain on the other side of the secret realm.

Purple lightning churned across the sky, and raging thunder dragons roared and surged about, poised to strike, waiting for the newcomer to enter and be tempered.

He closed his eyes, suppressed the awe in his heart, and stepped into the lightning domain.

Just as they crossed the boundary, a thick bolt of purple lightning struck down from above!

"boom!!!"

A thunderclap boomed, and lightning bolts exploded and scattered, all striking his body.