Chapter 1268 - 794: General Soul Returns Home

After carefully washing up, Du Yu changed his clothes and entered the Mountain Realm.

Returning under the Twin Trees, he saw Master Qing sitting quietly in meditation.

To Du Yu’s surprise, Master Qing didn’t say anything to him, as if the recent battle had already conveyed everything she wanted to express.

Thus, Du Yu also meditated under the Twin Trees, continuing his diligent cultivation.

Days passed by, and on the 24th, Li Mengnan finally made a breakthrough, advancing to the Demon Taming General·Great Success Stage.

The girl was overjoyed, but just as she exclaimed, "Hooray," she hurriedly covered her mouth.

Because Master Qing was at a crucial stage of cultivation, still attempting to open the advancement window.

Not daring to disturb Master Qing, Li Mengnan forcibly dragged her second brother and third sister away.

She had long been wanting to ask Du Yu about the battle with the Kunlun Divine Tree, having held back for quite some time, but she had been busy advancing her own levels.

Now, the girl finally had time!

Li Mengnan, holding one person in each hand, dragged them into a small forest, eyes full of anticipation, "So, how was it, Du Yu? Did you win or lose against the Twin Trees?"

Hearing this, Du Yu couldn’t help but look bitter.

Listen to that!

Does that even sound reasonable?

Who could actually go up against a Kunlun Divine Tree like that?

Lin Shiwei saw Du Yu’s embarrassed expression and couldn’t help but smirk.

It was clear that Du Yu had indeed learned his lesson and was now highly motivated.

Throughout this period, he had consecutively advanced to the Demon Taming General·Great Success Stage and the Demon Tamer·Minor Success Stage.

Yet even in these circumstances, Du Yu sat beside the Twin Trees, greedily soaking up the benefits brought by Li Mengnan’s advancement.

This was quite uncommon, especially considering Du Yu owned a Shadow Gu Tower.

"Hehe~," Li Mengnan leaned forward with her hands behind her back, tilting her head to scrutinize Du Yu’s expression, "Did you lose?"

Du Yu rolled his eyes, "Isn’t that obvious?"

"Hey! You!" Li Mengnan complained, "Isn’t my second brother invincible? What if though?"

Du Yu pouted, could there really be a what-if?

If there really was a what-if, do you think the Cold Tree would still be alive today?

If I had defeated the Kunlun Divine Tree, I would have gone straight to take out the Youhan Tree!

"Let me see." Li Mengnan was full of anticipation, "Use the Demon Soul to transmit the scene."

"I forgot."

"Huh?" Li Mengnan blinked her beautiful big eyes.

Du Yu: "It was several days ago, I’m not good with remembering things... hmm?"

He suddenly turned his head, following the sound of a horse’s neigh, looking into the distance.

"It’s okay, third sister must remember." Li Mengnan moved next to General Lin, pleading, "Right?"

Lin Shiwei lightly nodded, extending her fingertip to integrate a wisp of Demon Soul into Li Mengnan’s pale palm.

"Over here, Jing Chen, over here!" Du Yu walked out of the small forest, waving his hands and shouting loudly.

Jing Chen, originally heading straight for the Twin Trees, immediately changed direction and headed towards the small forest.

On Jing Chen’s back was a huge Ghost Soldier.

This person was none other than one of the Three Holy Ministers of Han!

"Neigh~~~," Jing Chen galloped at full speed, then abruptly stopped right in front of Du Yu.

The gusts of wind whipped Du Yu’s clothes into a frenzy.

Terrifyingly, Han San on the horse’s back remained sitting steadily, seemingly unaffected by any inertia.

It had to be admitted, the degree of physical cultivation and development Han San had achieved was already something the Human Race could only look up to.

Even the physical strength of the Seven Saints of Great Xia could not compare to Han San.

"Had enough fun?" Du Yu smiled as he raised his hand to stroke Jing Chen’s snowy white cheek.

"Neigh~" Jing Chen lowered its head, snuggling directly into Du Yu’s embrace.

These past few days, Jing Chen had been rambling around the Peak of All Mountains, getting acquainted with Du Yu’s Jiangshan.

It had gone everywhere like Black Sheep Ridge, Xiangming Valley, and Mountain Ghost Forest.

It also encountered strange Demonic Plants such as the Dixiu Tree and the Nameless Tree, experiencing the novelty of a new world.

However, Du Yu knew this would not be enough to satisfy Jing Chen.

In a few more days, Jing Chen might just set sail to conquer this endless Mountain Realm.

"Master."

"What?" Du Yu petted the horse’s head, aware of some strange emotion within the horse.

Jing Chen: "This fellow is so silent, like a piece of wood."

"Haha." Du Yu looked up at the towering and robust Han San, laughing, "It’s all about companionship, you know~"

Jing Chen: "He’s different from us, he has no dreams, just strictly follows your orders. During these days, he’s been rehearsing weapon techniques in his mind without resting at all."

At this point, Jing Chen hesitated for a moment and asked, "Is he your slave, Master?"

"Yes." Du Yu explained, "He once tried to kill me, wanted to enslave my Demon Pet. So, I made him my slave."

Regarding the relationship between Han San and the Youhan Tree, Du Yu explained briefly to Jing Chen, lest Jing Chen have any misunderstandings about it.

After all, Jing Chen yearned for freedom.

To this day, even though it called Du Yu master, it hadn’t even signed a contract with him.

As for being stored in the Acupoint Home, that was utterly out of the question!

Jing Chen could never be confined to that cozy "cage" for life.

Instead, Jing Chen preferred to brave the piercing cold winds, and advance in the unending snow.

Even if it froze to death halfway,

at least... it died on the path of running.

"Du Yu."

Du Yu turned his head to see Li Mengnan’s eyes filled with concern and empathy.

Du Yu had seen this look in a girl’s eyes before, back when she faced the dying Sorrow Seabird, her expression was the same.

"It must hurt a lot." Li Mengnan stepped forward and gently took hold of Du Yu’s arm.

She originally had a mischievous mindset, but after seeing Du Yu in such a dire state, she lost all thoughts of joking.

She just felt grateful,

at this moment, Du Yu was standing safely in front of her.

"The scars have healed, the pain was forgotten long ago." Du Yu smiled and comforted her.

But he felt the girl’s grip growing stronger, so he discreetly reinforced his Demon Breath Battle Robe.

Hmm... not reinforcing it wasn’t an option.

Li Mengnan’s stunning and enchanting appearance didn’t match her restless heart.

Du Yu definitely didn’t want to suffer more after being struck by the Kunlun Divine Tree, only to have his arm bones crushed by Little Mengnan...

As he comforted the girl, he was also murmuring to himself.

Damn it,

clearly, I’m the one who’s injured, why do I have to comfort others?

Behind them, Lin Shiwei had a heavy expression, she opened her mouth but eventually held back.

Du Yu sensed something, and looked towards General Lin: "What is it?"

Lin Shiwei frowned and thought for a long while before speaking, "Jing Chen’s cry just now woke the Celestial General again."

"And so?"

Lin Shiwei: "His yearning for homecoming has become even more urgent."

"Hmm..."

Lin Shiwei spoke softly: "Previously, when you fought the Kunlun Divine Tree, the Celestial General was also awakened by that terrifying aura and witnessed your battle."

Du Yu did not respond, waiting quietly for her to continue.

Lin Shiwei: "The Celestial General believes that we have the ability to send him home, to let the souls of his soldiers return to their homeland."

Apparently, the Celestial General had previously asked Lin Shiwei to focus on cultivation, thinking the girl wasn’t strong enough.

But as time passed, the Celestial General gradually understood the relationships and strengths of everyone.

Especially after that battle a few days ago, the Celestial General fully realized what level of existence Du Yu was.

Given the circumstances, the Celestial General no longer wanted to wait.

Du Yu thought it over and said, "No problem, let’s take a trip to the Ashen Continent."

His thinking was simple, since the Celestial General followed them, they had an obligation to help him.

This also related to the future.

After all, this Gilded Bronze Seal, Lin Shiwei would have to use it for a lifetime, so it was best that there were no misunderstandings between both parties.

As a high-level Demon Tamer, they all understood this principle well.

Lin Shiwei: "Now?"

"Right now." Du Yu smiled.

Regarding the word ’wish’, he understood the taste of it well.

Just like he constantly wanted to smash the Cold Tree, he could empathize with others by putting himself in their shoes.

"Let’s go." Du Yu said, taking the opportunity to pat Jing Chen’s cheek, "You want to run, to traverse high mountains and rivers and see the outside world, right?"

"Neigh!" Jing Chen snorted loudly.

Du Yu: "Alright, I’ll take you to see the Otherworld."

"Otherworld?"

"Yes, another Twin Tree Realm, a place where common people cannot go."

"Whinny!" Jing Chen was overjoyed, suddenly lifting its front hoof, shaking its head like a playful colt.

"Haha." Du Yu laughed as he retreated, "Watch out, don’t step on me."

Jing Chen: "Neigh~"

Soon, they were back under the Twin Trees, and Du Yu stepped forward, cautiously approaching Master Qing.

Sitting on the ground, Yang Qingqing still had her eyes closed: "What is it?"

Du Yu: "Master Qing, the Celestial General is eager to return home, let me see him off."

"Hmm?" Yang Qingqing opened her beautiful eyes, their brilliance dazzling and radiant.

Du Yu instinctively averted his gaze: "Master Qing, rest assured, the Kunlun Divine Tree taught me a profound lesson. I will be especially cautious in the Youhan Realm, especially when dealing with the Cold Tree."

"Hm." Yang Qingqing snorted softly.

Du Yu continued: "Master Qing, stay here and focus on your breakthrough. Don’t worry, in this journey to return the heroic spirits home, I will be exceedingly careful.

We will absolutely not provoke the Cold Tree or the Youhan Army.

Besides, I have the Three Holy Han protecting us, there will be no issues."

Yang Qingqing lifted her gaze, casting a glance at Han San on horseback.

Undeniably, Han San could ease Yang Qingqing’s concerns somewhat, after all, he was one who could manipulate the Supreme!

"You’re really a blockhead, come over here." Du Yu beckoned.

The giant swiftly dismounted and strode over to Du Yu’s side.

That mountain-like body could even accommodate two Du Yus.

Du Yu: "Quick, beg for mercy on my behalf, persuade Master Qing to be lenient..."

With a "thud," the giant knelt on the ground.

Yang Qingqing looked at Du Yu, half exasperated and half amused.

How cunning of you, to have a servant plead for you?

Lin Shiwei also moved beside Master Qing, whispering: "Master Qing, the Celestial General is quite eager."

"Hmm." Yang Qingqing nodded lightly.

Du Yu was delighted in his heart, yet he heard Master Qing continue: "Have Kui Chou accompany you, and summon Jiangshan, let him lead the way with the Wolf Lake Dog, be cautious."

"Alright." Du Yu stepped aside and drew out the Divine Demon Bow and the Withered Arrow from beneath the tree.

"Whinny~~~" Jing Chen lifted its hooves high.

It was indeed a tall and handsome horse, yet it lived like a dog, joyfully shaking its head and swinging its tail wildly.