The Auspicious Beast shook her head, her voice ringing in the minds of every Vicious Beast with an unquestionable sense of truth:
"It was indeed they who saved me. After that Shrek Spirit Master attacked me, I fled with all my might and then lost the Ability to move."
"And at that time, it was this human who saved me. He did not kick me while I was down or take the opportunity to harm me; instead, he helped me together with the Snow Empress."
The Auspicious Beast turned to look at Di Tian, her eyes filled with plea: "So... Di Tian, please do not make things difficult for them. They... are my saviors."
The whole place was silent; one could hear a pin drop.
Xiong Jun's mouth hung open, his claws capable of tearing through space frozen awkwardly in mid-air.
The Myriad Demon King and the Scarlet King looked at each other, their original Killing Intent instantly becoming stiff.
Di Tian's face turned shades of blue and white.
As the Beast God who had lived for hundreds of thousands of years, he had just been insisting that humans should be killed, only to be slapped in the face immediately—the other party really was the savior of the Auspicious Beast.
This feeling was more uncomfortable than being hit by Rayquaza's Extreme Speed.
Di Tian remained silent for a long time. Looking at the Auspicious Beast's firm gaze, he finally let out an extremely unwilling cold snort.
He glared viciously at Liu Yuan as if to memorize his face, then waved his hand: "Go!"
He didn't apologize, nor did he offer thanks; that was his final stubbornness as the Beast God.
Swept up in black mist, Di Tian took the begrudging Xiong Jun, the Myriad Demon King, and the injured Scarlet King, turning into several plumes of black smoke and instantly disappearing into the depths of the dense forest.
Only the Emerald Swan, Bi Ji, gave a slight bow to Liu Yuan and the Snow Empress before leaving to express her gratitude.
With the Vicious Beasts gone, the air that had been so oppressive it was suffocating finally relaxed.
However, the Auspicious Beast did not leave.
She took light steps and slowly walked up to Liu Yuan.
Her golden eyes reflected Liu Yuan's shadow, all three eyes shimmering with a gentle light simultaneously.
"I am sorry, human." The Auspicious Beast proactively lowered her proud head, her crisp voice echoing in Liu Yuan's heart.
"Even though you saved me, I caused you to suffer such unmerited disaster. Di Tian... he was too worried about me, which is why he became so extreme."
Looking at this creature that symbolized the fate of the Star Dou Great Forest, Liu Yuan's originally cold expression finally softened a bit.
He withdrew Mega Rayquaza and Primal Kyogre; the two Divine Beasts turned into streams of light and merged into his body, and the forest regained its former colors.
"It's no matter," Liu Yuan said indifferently. "Before I saved you, I had already anticipated this danger. But after all, the Snow Empress asked for my help."
The Snow Empress silently noted Liu Yuan's words.
The Auspicious Beast looked at Liu Yuan with some curiosity. She suddenly discovered that the destiny this human possessed was a mist that even she, with her "Eye of Destiny," could not see through.
"To show my gratitude and my apology... please accept this humble gift in return."
As the Auspicious Beast spoke, the third eye on her forehead suddenly shot out a holy golden beam of light that landed directly on Liu Yuan.
That was the Blessing of Destiny, which could enhance a person's Luck and even turn danger into safety at critical moments.
Liu Yuan felt his body lighten as a mysterious and profound feeling merged into his mental sea. His mental force, which had been somewhat over-exhausted, was instantly replenished, and even his perception became sharper.
"This power of blessing can ensure your Luck remains prosperous," the Auspicious Beast said softly. Then she paused and asked curiously, "I haven't asked yet, what is your name?"
"Liu Yuan."
"Liu Yuan..." The Auspicious Beast repeated the name as if to engrave it deep within her Soul. She nodded seriously.
"I have remembered it. I will always remember you. For saving my life, the future is long; if there is an opportunity, the Star Dou Great Forest will surely repay you."
With that, the Auspicious Beast took one last look at Liu Yuan and the Snow Empress before turning into a golden stream of light, following the Aura of Di Tian and the others as she disappeared into the forest's core area.
On the scene, only Liu Yuan and the Snow Empress were left standing side by side.
A breeze brushed past, taking away the last trace of the scorched smell from the battle.
Just then, that long-awaited, emotionless mechanical System voice finally echoed in Liu Yuan's mind:
[Ding! Detected that the Auspicious Beast has returned safely. The Host has successfully resolved the Vicious Beast crisis in the Star Dou Great Forest.]
[Congratulations to the Host for successfully completing the mission: Rescue the Auspicious Beast and retreat safely.]
[Distributing mission rewards...]
[Congratulations to the Host! Obtained a random Ability reward: Primal Kyogre Random Ability 1]
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