Bonus Chapter. Enjoy!
============================
On the way back to the Core Circle of the Star Dou Great Forest, the Scarlet King increased his speed several times. But every time, Huo Yuhao was able to follow steadily behind him.
Although the Scarlet King was a Spirit Beast, he had some understanding of humans. But Huo Yuhao's situation was clearly not right.
A thirteen-year-old youth with a Spirit Emperor cultivation—how could he possess such startling speed? Even if he were of the agility-attack system, he shouldn't have such a performance.
In the end, the Scarlet King could only attribute it to Huo Yuhao being too much of a Genius. After all, someone who could be valued by Di Tian was naturally not simple. Moreover, he had never encountered a thirteen-year-old Spirit Emperor.
As they went deeper into the Star Dou Great Forest, the Spirit Beasts in Huo Yuhao's perception also became stronger and stronger. He even encountered several hundred-thousand-year Spirit Beasts. They were perched in their own territories, emitting a heart-palpitating pressure.
For a human like Huo Yuhao who suddenly barged into the Core Circle of the Star Dou Great Forest, these Spirit Beasts naturally became interested. It was the interest of a hunter discovering prey, carrying a bit of curiosity and a bit of greed.
Many "beasts" felt they could change their taste and try the flavor of a human. After all, there were not many humans who could break into this place. Those humans with insufficient strength couldn't even reach here. And those humans with enough strength, they basically couldn't beat them anyway.
Now that one who looked "capable of fighting" had finally come, they were naturally itching to move.
But just as they wanted to take action, the Scarlet King bared his teeth with his three heads, and the aura of a 300,000-year Vicious Beast suddenly erupted. That aura was like an invisible mountain, pressing down on the heart of every Spirit Beast.
Those Spirit Beasts who were itching to move instantly became well-behaved. They retreated back to their territories and didn't dare to look at Huo Yuhao again.
The journey was relatively safe, and after passing through a forest of towering ancient trees, the Scarlet King finally stopped.
What appeared before Huo Yuhao's eyes at this moment was a lake. This lake was not large and appeared emerald green as a whole; the green was rich and pure, like the finest jadeite embedded in the center of the forest.
The surface of the lake was as smooth as a mirror, reflecting the clouds in the sky and the surrounding ancient trees, like a static scroll. Although a breeze could be felt passing by, the surface of the lake remained calm and tranquil, without the slightest ripple.
A faint green mist curled over the lake, but it was not a simple mist; it seemed to have turned into tangible vitality! With every breath, one could feel that rich life energy surging into the body, nourishing every inch of flesh and blood, making one's spirit feel refreshed.
Huo Yuhao knew that this should be the Lake of Life in the Core Circle of the Star Dou Great Forest. Although he had never been here, he knew of its existence in history Ten Thousand Years later. Legend has it that this place is the lifeline of the Star Dou Great Forest, a Holy Land for countless Spirit Beasts, and also the residence of Di Tian.
At this time, his teacher Electrolux's voice also appeared in his mind.
"Yuhao, this place is not simple."
"There seems to be something at the bottom of the lake that even my perception cannot penetrate."
Hearing this, a flash of surprise crossed Huo Yuhao's eyes. His teacher's mental force had already reached the Divine Rank; if even he couldn't see through it, then it was indeed not simple.
What exactly was at the bottom of the lake?
Was it some powerful existence?
Or some ancient secret?
[A/N: It's your girlfriend, dude]
A strong sense of curiosity welled up in his heart.
However, Huo Yuhao didn't think much about it. He shifted his gaze to the left, and Di Tian's tall figure came into view again. He was kneeling by the lakeside, his upper body upright like a statue.
That resolute face was expressionless, showing neither joy nor anger. But just by sitting there quietly, he gave off an inviolable majesty that made people not dare to look directly at him.
Huo Yuhao took a few steps forward and walked to Di Tian's side.
Looking at Di Tian's profile, he asked, "Senior Di Tian, why exactly did you ask me to come here?"
Di Tian didn't answer directly; he first glanced at the Scarlet King: "From now on, any Spirit Beast is forbidden from approaching the Lake of Life."
The Scarlet King was stunned upon hearing this, and his three heads turned toward Huo Yuhao at the same time. He wondered what secret this boy held that could make Di Tian value him so much.
But then he thought, if he went to stand guard, wouldn't he be unable to know what happened next? All three of his heads drooped slightly, looking a bit dejected.
But on second thought, it wasn't just him; even Bi Ji and Xiong Jun wouldn't be able to enter here next and wouldn't know what happened, so his heart instantly felt much more balanced.
The Scarlet King left, but the Auspicious Beast still lay on the side, its large golden eyes staring unblinkingly at Di Tian and Huo Yuhao not far away.
Di Tian didn't drive it away, so it naturally wouldn't leave.
It was also curious about what Di Tian wanted with Huo Yuhao. What secret was hidden in this human who felt familiar to it?
Di Tian opened his eyes, turned to look at Huo Yuhao, and asked, "Where did that Dragon Clan Reverse Scale of yours come from?"
Hearing this, Huo Yuhao thought to himself, 'As expected.'
Di Tian calling him here really was related to that Reverse Scale.
Huo Yuhao carefully observed Di Tian's expression at this moment; he saw a hint of solemnity and a hint of doubt, but he just didn't see any greed. There was no covetousness for treasure in Di Tian's eyes, no longing for the Reverse Scale. He wasn't trying to take his true dragon inverse scale; it seemed he really was just curious about its origin. This was the conclusion Huo Yuhao summarized in his mind at this moment.
With a thought from Huo Yuhao, that silver-white Reverse Scale shining with seven-colored light emerged from between his brows again. It floated quietly in front of him, light flowing as if it were alive. He reached out his hand, and the Reverse Scale gently fell into his palm, carrying an indescribable warmth.
He took a deep breath, looked up at Di Tian, and said calmly, "A friend gave this to me."
The friend he spoke of was naturally Gu Yue.
Facing a powerhouse like Di Tian, lying was very likely to be seen through and would even put himself in danger.
So Huo Yuhao told the truth as much as possible, as long as he didn't expose his ability to travel between two timelines.
"A friend?!" Di Tian raised his voice, which was full of disbelief.
He really hadn't expected Huo Yuhao to give such an answer. But looking at the other's open and honest manner, and feeling Huo Yuhao's breathing and heartbeat, it didn't seem like he was lying at all.
For a moment, Di Tian also fell silent. His brows were tightly furrowed, his golden vertical pupils slightly constricted, and countless thoughts surged in his mind.
What exactly was this boy's origin?
And who was that friend of his?
But a moment later, Di Tian looked at Huo Yuhao and said, "I need to borrow your Reverse Scale for a use."
Di Tian was rarely so polite to a human. He was the Beast God, the leader of the Soul Beast Clan, and an existence standing at the pinnacle of the continent. He didn't need to be polite to any human, and no human was worth his politeness.
But at this moment, he was so cautious because he suspected that the Huo Yuhao in front of him had some connection with his Lord.
Hearing this, Huo Yuhao casually tossed the Reverse Scale toward Di Tian very generously. Di Tian reached out and caught it. As the Reverse Scale fell into his palm, he felt that familiar aura upon it. His eyes became a bit more serious, and his brows furrowed even tighter.
He glanced at Huo Yuhao and said in a low voice, "Wait for me here."
After saying that, Di Tian leaped up and fell into the Lake of Life in a diving posture.
But miraculously, Di Tian's entry didn't splash a single drop of water. That emerald lake surface remained calm, without even a ripple.
It was as if everything just now was only a hallucination.
---------------------------------------------
A/N:
5 Power Stones = 1 Extra Chapter
2 Reviews = 1 Extra Chapter
I hope all of you are enjoying this story so far. I would appreciate some Power Stones if you can spare any. Leave a review if you like the story. Thank you.