Abyss Walker

Chapter 39: Wings Not Yet Full

"Don't worry, Yunxi, I'm fine," Yun Muhan said softly, his voice carrying a hint of relief, trying to ease Ye Yunxi's tension.

Upon hearing Yun Muhan's words, Ye Yunxi finally couldn't hold back her tears, but a smile also appeared on her face.

After comforting Ye Yunxi and obtaining her consent, Yun Muhan and Ye Yunxi fell asleep peacefully in the cave of the Lord of the Forest.

The next day, as the first light of dawn broke, the creatures of the forest began to awaken. Birds sang merrily in the branches, and the brooks babbled softly; everything seemed harmonious and peaceful.

However, this tranquility did not last long.

One wolf howl after another shattered the forest's tranquility, as if heralding some ominous unease. The forest animals began to tense up, scattering in all directions in search of safe haven.

"It seems I haven't amplified my authority as the master of the forest for too long; they're starting to disobey!"

The Lord of the Forest echoed through the woods, filled with majesty and power. He awoke from his slumber, now in the form of Yun Muhan. He stood beneath an ancient oak tree, his sharp gaze sweeping across his surroundings.

He took action, making the creatures of the forest aware of his presence and authority once again. The Lord of the Forest reached out and gently touched the oak tree beside him; a green light emanated from his palm and quickly spread throughout the entire forest.

This force made the trees more lush and the flowers more vibrant, while also giving the animals in the forest a sense of inexplicable peace. They stopped fleeing and began to curiously observe the changes around them.

The wolves sensed this power, and they stopped howling, quietly waiting for the forest lord's next move.

The Lord of the Forest knew that he needed to demonstrate his power, but he couldn't harm these creatures excessively, since they were also part of the forest.

He took a deep breath and then let out a deafening roar. This roar contained the power of the forest lord; it penetrated every corner of the forest, allowing all creatures to feel his majesty.

The wolves were the first to submit, bowing their heads in respect and obedience to the forest's lord. The other animals followed suit, and order was restored to the forest. The forest's lord nodded in satisfaction; he knew the operation had achieved its purpose.

The Lord of the Forest did not pursue the wolf pack's responsibility but chose to forgive them. He believed that through this incident, the creatures of the forest would respect him more and cherish the time they spent living together peacefully.

With the authority of the Forest Lord reaffirmed, the creatures of the forest regained their balance. They continued to live and reproduce on this ancient land, while the Forest Lord silently protected them, ensuring that this land was forever full of vitality and harmony.

The Lord of the Forest quickly returned to the cave.

"Young friend Yun, you don't mind, do you?"

"This junior will naturally not mind, but my appearance carries a hint of dragon's aura, which may enrage the young dragons in the forest."

"They wouldn't dare, young friend Yun. Please stay in my forest a few more days!"

"There's something I need to confirm, but I don't know..."

Before he could finish speaking, he was interrupted by the Lord of the Forest, who said in a gentle tone, "There is no need for formalities between us. I will tell you everything you want to know."

"Alright! May I ask if you have ever met a female fox?" The Lord of the Forest clearly regarded Yun Muhan as a brother, but Yun Muhan was only at the fourth level of the Nascent Soul stage. How could he possibly be on brotherly terms with the Lord of the Forest, who was at the mid-stage of the Divine Transformation stage?

"A female fox? I'm sorry, Brother Yun, I've never seen one." Yun Muhan's polite address made the Lord of the Forest slightly disappointed, but he didn't mind, as this was quite normal.

Ye Yunxi woke up and said, "Grandpa Forest, Sister Xiling is very important to Brother Muhan. Why don't you think about it again carefully, Grandpa Forest?"

Inside the magic pearl, Yun Muhan often told Ye Yunxi his story with Xi Ling, coaxing her to sleep.

"Alas, I am powerless to help! I'm sorry, Brother Yun, I have indeed never seen it before."

"Then forget it! Perhaps I was too hasty! Brother Forest, there's no need for that. But Brother Yun, it's time for you to leave."

"Alright! Sunset Forest will always welcome Brother Yun. Be sure to visit me often!"

After bidding farewell to the Lord of the Forest...

Yun Muhan quickly headed to the Sunset Ruins, while Ye Yunxi was deliberately left in the Sunset Forest. At this moment, Yun Muhan was particularly eager to know Li Meng's true intentions.

Half an hour later...

Yun Muhan finally arrived at the Sunset Ruins and entered the Sunset Tomb. Without lingering for a moment, Yun Muhan went straight to the right side hall and jumped into the coffin in the center of the right side hall.

In the darkness, Yun Muhan shouted, "Li Meng, baby!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he was instantly teleported to a fantastical space, where a red-haired loli was sitting in the main hall.

"Oh! It's only been a few days, and you're back already? Where's Xi Ling?" Li Meng's tone was full of sarcasm.

"So arrogant?"

Yun Muhan lunged directly at Li Meng...

……

Two hours later...

"Alright, alright, what's up?"

"Sigh, this time there's something important that I need Li Meng's help with." Yun Muhan dared not think about anything else and tried her best to remain calm. After all, she was facing a god, and no thought she had now could escape her notice.

"Oh! You need my help? Tell me about it."

"Xi Ling has disappeared. We need Li Meng's help to find her," Yun Muhan said with a serious expression.

"Disappeared? Isn't that a good thing?" Li Meng chuckled.

"Don't do this! Baby Limeng, Xiling is very important to me."

"What does it matter to me whether she's important to you? What does it matter to me whether she lives or dies?" Li Meng laughed loudly.

"Li Meng, if Xi Ling dies, I'll go with her." A trace of sorrow flashed in Yun Muhan's eyes.

"Threatening me? That won't work on me! Besides, how would I know where she is?" Li Meng's tone was resolute.

"Only a trace of demonic energy remained at the scene."

"You think I took Xi Ling away? I wouldn't go so far as to lay a hand on her; it wouldn't benefit me at all."

"Oh! Benefits? Could it be that the relationship between Baby Limeng and Baby Muhan is also based on benefits?" Yun Muhan instantly seized the initiative.

"..." Li Meng was stunned: "No, absolutely not, how could I possibly have any other feelings for Mu Han?"

“I don’t believe you, unless…” Yun Muhan’s voice trailed off.

Li Meng: "If you can provide some characteristics, I might be able to help confirm it."

"Characteristics? If I knew the characteristics, I wouldn't have come to see the Venerable One."

"No distinguishing features? Absolutely nothing? How are we supposed to find them? Or should I find you a few more foxes?"

"Alright, I'll leave now. Once I leave this place of sorrow, I will definitely find Xi Ling."

"Then, why don't you go to the treasure vault and take something with you? Maybe it can help you." Li Meng naturally knew that she couldn't stop Yun Muhan from leaving.

"Since it's from Li Meng's heartfelt gift, then I'll accept it." Yun Muhan smiled and quickly ran towards the treasure vault.

Fifteen minutes later...

"Goodbye, baby Li Meng. Your husband will come back to see you again." Yun Muhan, carrying various elixirs, rare treasures, and other precious items, quickly fled.

Back in the right side hall, Yun Muhan exclaimed, "Phew, that scared me to death! Luckily, Li Meng isn't very bright, otherwise we might have really gotten ourselves into trouble!"

Dugu Jianling: That guy's expression and mental control are both good, but you're obviously smarter. You shouldn't come back here.

"Yes, I have to thank Chu Ling Shuang for reminding me, otherwise I would never have remembered the details."

Dugu Jianling: Perhaps she has other plans? I can't see through Li Meng's thoughts? She is at least at the peak of the Divine Soul realm.

"Can't I see through it? Could it be the Qiankun Painting Brush? No, she should have sensed the Ringwraith entering her territory. Besides, the Qiankun Painting Brush was originally in her territory." Yun Muhan kept thinking.

"Although I don't know why Li Meng did this, I absolutely cannot meet her again before I'm fully prepared." Yun Muhan simply gave up thinking about it.

Yun Muhan flew swiftly towards Sunset Forest.