Chapter 39: Titan Giant Ape – "I’m a Reliable Son-in-Law!"

"My lady, you don't want anything bad to happen to Xiao Wu, do you?"

Yan Rou's expression shifted, her beautiful eyes glaring daggers at Zhou Yi. Anger, frustration, wariness, helplessness—a kaleidoscope of emotions flickered across her face.

"If anything happens to Xiao Wu, I'll bite you to death, piece by piece, leaving you neither able to live nor to die!" Yan Rou spat viciously.

However, her expression of helpless vulnerability made her threats utterly unconvincing, with no semblance of true lethality.

"I'm not afraid to die," Zhou Yi countered, his gaze locking with Yan Rou's. He deliberately raised and deepened his voice.

"But what about you?"

Yan Rou remained silent.

"My lady, go ahead," Zhou Yi gestured with mock courtesy, his voice calm yet provocative.

"Bite me to death. At least with that little rabbit accompanying me on the road to the underworld, I won't feel lonely!"

Yan Rou froze for a long moment, her inner thoughts in disarray.

"What exactly do you want?" she asked, her voice breaking.

"Release Xiao Wu, and I'll give you all my soul rings and Soul Bones. Do whatever you want with them!"

She knew that for human Soul Masters, the allure of soul rings and Soul Bones from a hundred-thousand-year-old Soul Beast like herself was irresistible—treasures beyond price.

"What would I even do with your soul rings and Soul Bones?" Zhou Yi scoffed, his tone brimming with disdain. To him, these supposed treasures weren't worth coveting.

On the Douluo Continent, why were Soul Masters so obsessed with the soul rings and Soul Bones of a hundred-thousand-year-old Soul Beast?

Because soul rings of such age were immensely powerful.

Soul Bones, on the other hand, provided an additional soul skill.

For Soul Masters who relied on soul skills, this was immensely valuable.

After all, the number of soul skills a Soul Master could possess was limited.

In battles of the same rank, possessing a Soul Bone gave a distinct and significant advantage over ordinary Soul Masters.

This was precisely why Soul Masters coveted Soul Bones so fervently.

But Zhou Yi wasn't like other Soul Masters.

He possessed a wealth of divine techniques.

Most of the time, he didn't even bother summoning his martial soul, let alone using soul skills.

"You don't want my soul rings or Soul Bones?" Yan Rou was taken aback. This was the first time she'd encountered such an unusual Soul Master.

For a Soul Beast, their most valuable assets were none other than their soul rings and Soul Bones.

The next moment, noticing Zhou Yi's scrutinizing gaze as it swept over her, Yan Rou felt both embarrassment and anger. Yet, inexplicably, a trace of delight stirred within her heart.

Could it be... Zhou Yi was interested in her beauty instead?

This was excellent news!

As long as Zhou Yi wasn't after her spirit rings and Soul Bones, Xiao Wu's life might be spared.

She might even avoid death herself.

At most...

At most, she'd have to offer herself.

"He's so handsome. If it saves Xiao Wu, I suppose it wouldn't be too much of a loss..."

A myriad of thoughts raced through Yan Rou's mind, and a faint blush spread across her fair cheeks.

Realizing that Xiao Wu was still in danger, Yan Rou quickly said, "Release Xiao Wu! Whatever you want, I'll agree to it!"

As she spoke, she cast a beguiling gaze at Zhou Yi.

For Xiao Wu's sake, she was willing to go all out.

"凸(艸皿艸)!"

Zhou Yi was initially just teasing Xiao Wu's mother, wanting to play a little prank after her unprovoked attack—a kick that came out of nowhere.

If not for his quick reflexes, that kick would've left him with a disfigured face.

Thus, he decided to teach the Rabbit Mom a lesson while amusing himself.

But he hadn't expected Yan Rou to turn the tables by using her charm on him.

After all, she was no ordinary Soul Beast—her title as the Soft-Bone Enchantress was well-earned.

Xiao Wu's second soul skill was Bewitchment.

Yan Rou's abilities were no different.

Soul Beasts passed down their soul skills through bloodlines.

For a young man like Zhou Yi, this was a challenge he was ill-prepared for.

"Don't worry. Xiao Wu is fine for now, and she won't come to harm in the future... probably," Zhou Yi said ambiguously, giving Yan Rou a meaningful glance.

Yan Rou checked on Xiao Wu, sensing her stable life force within the crimson orb that enveloped her.

Making up her mind, she grabbed Zhou Yi in one hand and the blood-red sphere containing Xiao Wu in the other, swiftly retreating back to her dwelling.

Zhou Yi allowed himself to be carried, the faint, delicate fragrance of Yan Rou's scent wafting into his nose, stirring a peculiar sensation in his heart.

Before long, Yan Rou brought them to a secluded valley—a picturesque haven with lush greenery, birdsong, and fragrant flowers. At the valley's center stood a simple thatched cottage.

After ensuring that Xiao Wu's condition remained stable, Yan Rou finally relaxed a little.

Whatever Zhou Yi had fed Xiao Wu was something she'd neither seen nor heard of before. But she was certain it was a terrifyingly potent 'poison.'

This was the primary reason she hesitated to act rashly against Zhou Yi—she couldn't risk Xiao Wu's life.

After confirming that Xiao Wu was temporarily safe, Yan Rou led Zhou Yi into the cottage, shut the door behind them, and unceremoniously threw him onto the bed.

"Let's hope you keep your word. If you dare deceive me, I will make you regret it!"

Yan Rou strode toward Zhou Yi without the slightest hesitation or shyness typical of human women.

"Hiss!"

Zhou Yi inwardly took a sharp breath. The delicate and pitiful Yan Rou, who seemed so fragile and lovable, transformed in an instant.

One moment, she was a helpless little white rabbit.

The next, she morphed into a domineering empress.

For a second, Zhou Yi felt like he was the one being bullied!

Damn it!

No wonder she's the mother of that mischievous bunny.

A queen of rascals.

Did he profit from this encounter, or was he being taken advantage of?

Why did he feel like he was the one being used for free?

Unacceptable.

A man stands tall between heaven and earth—how could he allow himself to remain oppressed?

He needed to regain the upper hand.

The cold moonlight filtered through the window, casting the entangled shadows of two figures onto the ground.

Time flowed on, moment by moment.

Boom! Boom!

Suddenly, the earth trembled faintly, as if a colossal presence were approaching, its sheer weight moving mountains and overturning seas.

Zhou Yi couldn't see it.

"Not knowing the true face of Mount Lu, only because I am within it."

All he could perceive was the mountain before him.

But his spiritual sense extended outward, instantly capturing the presence of an enormous figure entering the valley.

This was a being as towering as a mountain, its entire body covered in jet-black fur that shimmered faintly under the starlight and moonlight.

The creature moved on all fours, yet its shoulders reached an astonishing height of over seven meters.

If it were to stand upright, it would likely surpass fifteen meters.

It resembled both a gorilla and an ape, with a body entirely black except for a pair of eyes glowing like lanterns, radiating a golden crystalline light.

Its frame was immensely robust, every inch of it covered with muscles more intimidating than granite, bulging like small hills.

"Aunt Yan, Xiao Wu!"

A thunderous voice boomed through the valley, like a clap of lightning.

Yan Rou, who had been in a daze, her expression dreamy, suddenly jolted awake, visibly startled.

"Hiss!"

Zhou Yi drew another sharp breath.

The pressure was immense.

It doubled instantly.

"Er… Er Ming, w-why are you here so late?" Yan Rou's voice was slightly strained, betraying her unease.

"Aunt Yan, are you alright?"

The Titan Giant Ape, Er Ming, rumbled in his deep voice. "Where's Xiao Wu? I heard you encountered some despicable humans. Are you both okay?"

"No… no issues!"

Yan Rou shot a sharp glare at the troublemaking Zhou Yi, then called out to Er Ming outside, "Xiao Wu is already resting. If there's anything, let's discuss it tomorrow!"

"Alright then. I'll stand guard outside. Just call me if you need anything!"

As he spoke, Er Ming began to settle down, looking for a place to rest.

"No need, Er Ming, you should go back and rest!" Yan Rou quickly interjected.

If Er Ming caught sight of Zhou Yi, it would be a catastrophe.

With Er Ming's fiery temper, wouldn't he fly into a rage and tear Zhou Yi apart on the spot?

Though it might feel satisfying to have Zhou Yi ripped to pieces, that would spell doom for Xiao Wu as well.

Besides, she had already sacrificed so much.

She couldn't let Er Ming ruin things.

"Aunt Yan, don't worry. I'm fine. I'll just quietly stay outside. I won't disturb you!"

Er Ming assumed Xiao Wu must have been frightened and gone to bed early.

As a loyal protector, he resolved to stay and keep watch, ensuring Xiao Wu and Yan Rou's safety. He wanted to reassure Xiao Wu and give her mother peace of mind.

Er Ming...

A reliable guardian.

A son-in-law worth trusting.

"Mm…"

A muffled sound escaped from Yan Rou.

Er Ming abruptly stood up, concern evident in his voice:

"Aunt Yan, what's wrong?"

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