[Note: As mentioned before, characters from Douluo Dalu 2 and Douluo Dalu 3 will not appear in Douluo Dalu 1. In other words, even if the mc were to overturn the entire Star Dou Forest right now, the Ten Fierce Beast from Douluo Dalu 2 and Gu Yuena from Douluo Dalu 3 would not exist.]
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Inside the Star Dou Forest
Fu Ye strolled leisurely through the depths of the Star Dou Forest. The thousand-year and ten-thousand-year soul beasts in the vicinity instinctively avoided him upon sensing his aura, making his journey smooth and unimpeded.
The forest was vast, but Fu Ye's pace was unhurried. After all, this was his first time venturing so deep into the Star Dou Forest, and he wanted to take in the sights—the local flora, fauna, and customs.
The divine presence of the Dragon God and the overwhelming pressure of a level 99 Quasi-God radiated from him, causing all soul beasts within a five-hundred-meter radius to vanish without a trace.
As he ventured further in, Fu Ye suddenly detected a violent surge of soul power—a fierce battle unfolding.
"Interesting… Two hundred-thousand-year soul beasts fighting?"
This level of soul power fluctuation was far beyond what an ordinary soul beast could produce.
However, in the current Star Dou Forest, aside from the Titan Giant Ape and the Sky Azure Bull Python, the only other notable presence was Xiao Wu—a ninety-thousand-year-old rabbit.
"Might as well take a look. Who knows? Maybe I'll find something useful."
When it came to spectating, Fu Ye considered himself an expert.
In the next instant, his figure vanished from the spot. The hidden soul beasts in the surrounding darkness, sensing his departure, cautiously returned to their territories.
Soul Beast A: "He's really gone… I was scared out of my wits!"
Soul Beast B: "I genuinely thought I was done for."
Soul Beast C: "Wait, don't you hate humans the most?"
Soul Beast D: "I'm #@%$&*#@!!"
The air in the mixed region of the Star Dou Forest was crisp and fresh.
The trees here were far thicker than those in Blue Star's Amazon rainforest—each trunk nearly wide enough to require two people to embrace.
"BOOM!!!"
"CRACK!!"
The sound of a massive body crashing to the ground and the snapping of bones reached Fu Ye's ears.
Before him, two colossal beasts were ganging up on a pitch-black tiger shrouded in violet-black soul power.
The two "big fools" were none other than the Titan Giant Ape and the Sky Azure Bull Python. As for the little black tiger…
"The Dark Demon Evil God Tiger? To think it's actually facing off against the Titan Giant Ape and Sky Azure Bull Python—a pair of brothers in distress."
Fu Ye perched on a mountainside, enjoying the spectacle of this tiger-versus-giants battle.
The immersive experience of watching a giant monkey and a giant serpent team up against a tiger far surpassed any animated rendition from his past life.
But merely watching without snacks? That wasn't Fu Ye's style.
[Congratulations, Host! You have purchased: Roasted Chicken (Hundred-Year Soul Beast, Basketball Chicken) × 1]
[Congratulations, Host! You have purchased: Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Wine × 1]
'Perfect. Delicious. Just what I wanted.'
And so, while the two "big fools" struggled against the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger, Fu Ye leisurely sipped wine and gnawed on roast chicken.
However, mid-battle, the Titan Giant Ape suddenly paused.
"Big Brother… Why do I smell food and alcohol?"
"WHACK!"
The Sky Azure Bull Python smacked it across the head with its tail.
"Fight, fight, fight! All you think about is eating! Hurry up and finish this beast off, or Xiao Wu and her mother will be in danger!"
Sky Azure Bull Python was thoroughly disappointed in his little brother.
Why did this ape only care about food? Clearly, it needed a good lesson in the coming years.
"Got it, Big Brother…" The Titan Giant Ape sulked. It definitely smelled alcohol—and an incredibly enticing roasted meat scent too!
"WHACK!"
Before it could dwell on it, the Sky Azure Bull Python's tail struck again.
"What are you spacing out for? Move it!"
"Right, right!"
Watching the Sky Azure Bull Python discipline the Titan Giant Ape like a misbehaving child, Fu Ye couldn't help but chuckle.
He was curious, though—where was Xiao Wu? The lively heroine of Douluo Continent should've been drawn to such a commotion.
Soon, he got his answer.
A massive white rabbit with a tuft of pink hair atop its head launched a sneak attack—just as the Titan Giant Ape and Sky Azure Bull Python were preoccupied!
Target? Their seventeen-year-old comrade!
'What to do when ambushed by a giant rabbit?'
Simple. He needed a cushion. A pillow, even.
…
Two and a Half Minutes Later…
"Stay still, or I'll roast you for dinner."
The rabbit (pre-transformation Xiao Wu), now no taller than two of him stacked together, had lost its earlier defiance. It lay utterly docile, its snow-white belly serving as Fu Ye's personal cushion.
He draped two giant, fluffy paws over his shoulders. Who could resist such an oversized plushie?
"Gulp."
Another swig of Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Wine, and Fu Ye sighed in contentment.
Back on Blue Star, he'd always wanted a plushie this big to lounge on. Now, in Douluo Continent, his wish was finally fulfilled.
"Munch. Munch."
Savory roast chicken, exquisite wine, and a front-row seat to a clash of titans. Fu Ye knew this trip was worth it.
"Gurgle. Gurgle."
'Hm? What's that sound?'
Did this "cushion" have a built-in massage function? Why was it vibrating?
The giant rabbit (still pre-transformation Xiao Wu) whimpered internally: 'I'm so hungry… That roast chicken and wine smell amazing.'
Fu Ye paid it no mind, casually browsing the system's shop as he ate.
[Item: Low-Grade Slave Mark – Price: 0]
[Item: Mid-Grade Slave Mark – Price: 0]
[Item: High-Grade Slave Mark – Price: 0]
[Item: Supreme Slave Mark – Price: 0]
"Huh. The Supreme Slave Mark can even enslave soul beasts between a hundred-thousand and a million years old? Not bad."
Scrolling through the dazzling array of free items, Fu Ye felt a deep satisfaction.
This was the joy of unlimited shopping.
The Dark Demon Evil God Tiger before him was only around forty to fifty thousand years old—perfect mount material. As for the precious core within it? The system's infinite stockpile made killing it pointless.
'This cheat really is something.'
Compared to systems that demanded tedious missions or choices, the sheer freedom of taking whatever he wanted was exhilarating.
A sly grin curled his lips. 'Imagine riding this tiger around. How would the protagonist of Heavenly Jewel Change even compete?'
'Eh, not my problem.'
His gaze shifted to the Titan Giant Ape and Sky Azure Bull Python, still locked in combat with the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger. A golden talisman materialized in his hand.
He didn't need to use such things on the two brothers or Xiao Wu. Beating them into submission would suffice.
As for Xiao Wu? No need. This rabbit was all bark and no bite—look how obediently she sat now, not daring to move a muscle.
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