Chapter 427 Xiao Wu, Da Ming, Er Ming.
The heart of the Star Dou Great Forest.
The clear Lake of Life made the air even more humid, and the surrounding towering trees were reflected on the lake's surface. Under the bright sunlight, everything became crystal clear from the reflection of the water.
On one side of this moving scene, there was a beautiful figure with an exquisitely delicate face, sitting on the shore of the Lake of Life. Her soft, white legs were placed in the water, creating ripples.
A white long dress covered her feet, and her delicate, elfin face was flawless. Her long, black hair cascaded down her back to the ground. From behind, it looked like a black waterfall covering her body.
Every strand of hair looked so smooth.
She was like a beauty born of the finest spirit in the world; her beauty not only came from within but also blended seamlessly with her surroundings.
This scene was so beautiful that no one dared to disturb it.
"The five-year promise is almost up." A beautiful figure parted her lips slightly, her eyes filled with an undisguised longing. "Third Brother, we'll see each other again soon."
"Splash..."
The waters of the Lake of Life surged, and a gigantic bull's head emerged from the water. Though seemingly enormous and terrifying, its eyes held a contrasting gentleness.
Suddenly, the bull's head spoke in human language, asking, "Sister Xiaowu, are you really going back to the human world? You know, even though you broke through to Soul Emperor a few days ago, the human world is still extremely dangerous. Just like back then..."
"Daming, you don't need to say anything. No matter how dangerous it is outside, I must go back, because my most important companions are there." A resolute look appeared in Xiaowu's eyes. Images of the Shrek Eight, sharing joys and sorrows, and the meticulous teachings and heartfelt care of Liu Erlong and Dean Flander gradually surfaced in her mind. And most importantly, there was her own Third Brother.
"Sigh!" Da Ming sighed upon seeing this. He already knew Xiao Wu's mind was made up, and he couldn't dissuade her.
Just then, a rumble shook the earth, and towering ancient trees nearby collapsed one by one. A figure rushed towards them.
In less than three breaths, the figure arrived in front of Xiao Wu and then sat down decisively.
This extremely tall figure was like a mountain. Its jet-black fur shimmered faintly in the dim sunlight, and even though it was on all fours, its shoulder height was definitely over seven meters. If it stood upright, its height would probably be over fifteen meters.
This soul beast looked like a creature that resembled both an ape and a chimpanzee, except for a pair of lantern-sized eyes that shimmered with a yellowish-brown luster; its entire body was jet black.
This behemoth's body was incredibly robust; it was not only enormous. Moreover, every part of its body was covered with muscles more powerful than granite, bulging like small hills. Its entire body was a combination of strength and beauty. And it was none other than the Titan Ape that had appeared back then!
"Er Ming, I told you not to be hasty in anything you do."
Xiao Wu looked at the area ravaged by the Titan Ape not far away, her face showing reproach and complaint. "Look at the mess you've made of that place!?"
"Roar..." Upon hearing Xiao Wu's words, the Titan Ape, like a child, obediently lowered its head and growled, making an expression of remorse.
Seeing the Titan Ape like this, Xiao Wu was clearly too lazy to argue, waving her hand and saying, "Alright, alright, I'll let it go this time. But if there's a next time, I won't let it off easily."
Er Ming nodded excitedly.
Xiao Wu looked at the Titan Ape and asked, "By the way, Er Ming, didn't you go searching for those two guys? Why are you back so quickly?"
But at this moment, Daming suddenly spoke up.
"Second brother, did you also sense that aura, which is why you rushed back?"
Hearing Da Ming's words, Xiao Wu was somewhat confused. So she asked, "Da Ming, what exactly is that aura? I couldn't sense it."
Facing Xiao Wu, Da Ming was practically speechless. "Sister Xiao Wu, you've already regained your human form. Without 100,000 years of cultivation and the keen senses of a soul beast, it's naturally difficult to detect."
"Roar...roar..."
At this moment, the Titan Giant Ape Er Ming let out a soft roar, then nodded and shook his head in front of Da Ming and Xiao Wu.
This made Xiao Wu unable to help but complain, "Er Ming, you're a dignified 100,000-year-old soul beast, yet you still don't speak in human language. This is really a bit troublesome."
Hearing this, Er Ming couldn't help but let out a low growl of grievance.
"Alright, alright." Xiao Wu waved her hand helplessly, "Now can you tell me what you encountered?"
"Roar roar roar..."
As Er Ming roared, Xiao Wu's eyes became increasingly bright, and by the end, she seemed quite excited.
"You mean the aura you sensed was that of a dragon with the power of devouring? And it's related to the people I came here with my third brother and the others to hunt for spirit rings six years ago!"
Erming nodded, and finally pointed to Xiaowu's clothes and a sachet at her waist, then shouted a few times, making Xiaowu even more excited.
The clothes Xiaowu was wearing were a gift from Ning Rongrong. And the sachet at her waist was given to her by her mother, Liu Erlong, when the Shrek Eight Monsters parted ways, to ensure their safety.
Since Erming said he sensed these two auras, plus the one Erming sensed first, didn't that mean…
"Great! Rongrong and the others are here!" Xiaowu exclaimed excitedly, immediately rushing towards the direction Erming indicated. However, she was stopped by Daming in the lake.
"Sister Xiaowu, it's too dangerous for you to go out like this."
Before Xiaowu could even object, Da Ming turned to Er Ming beside him. "Sister Xiaowu, let Er Ming go with you. That way, it'll be safer."
"But this…"
Seeing the reluctance on Xiaowu's face, Da Ming said, "Since you've already told them you're a soul beast, it won't be a big deal if Er Ming goes with you. Besides, even though you're a 100,000-year-old soul beast in human form, most soul beasts will be wary of me and Er Ming and won't dare to attack, but some might not."
"Roar…" Er Ming roared in agreement.
"Alright then, I'll leave it to you, Er Ming."
Xiaowu lightly leaped onto Er Ming's outstretched hand and climbed onto his shoulder.
With Er Ming's roar, they headed towards Xuan Mo and the others.
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