Chapter 46 Departure, Destination: Magical Beast Forest!

The guards at the gate were also a bit puzzled. What's up with the young master today? He's out this early, which has never happened before.

Lin Xing ignored their puzzled looks, gave a slight smile, and strode off.

Although three years had passed, and Lin Xing hadn't displayed anything particularly remarkable during this time, those tailing him still refused to give up. Lin Xing had no choice; as long as he didn't go out, they couldn't do anything to him.

Now, Lin Xing didn't disguise himself at all. With his own abilities, if he suddenly vanished, those keeping an eye on him would eventually find out. Since that was the case, he might as well not bother hiding—he'd just go out openly and boldly!

Lin Xing was confident he could shake off his pursuers!

Destination: the Beast Forest!!

The Beast Forest was situated in the southeast of the Huaxia Empire, bordering the Tike Empire, one of the continent's Four Great Empires, with parts of it also stretching along the borders of some smaller kingdoms!

The Beast Forest was vast, its border region alone covered half of the south! Fortunately, the magical beasts within never caused trouble on the outside. Otherwise, the Tike Empire and some smaller kingdoms—or even the entire Kasla Continent—would face disaster, and the entire continent would be plunged into misery and ruin! After all, the number and power of magical beasts were immense, and ordinary humans stood little chance against them.

On the outskirts of the Beast Forest, while not overly dangerous, magical beasts would occasionally emerge. In rural areas lacking powerful warriors, the casualties could be severe!

However, the Beast Forest was a favorite haunt for mercenary groups!

It was all because of magical beast cores! Magical beast cores were incredibly valuable. Cores of various elements, especially high-grade ones, were prized by mages. They could be embedded in staves to shorten chant time and the gathering of magical energy, reducing the mage's mental strain!

They could also be fashioned into all sorts of magical gear!

As a result, the small towns dotting the Beast Forest's border were quite prosperous, bustling with mercenary groups and solo adventurers, all entering with high hopes of bagging some magical beasts.

These towns conveniently provided supplies for those headed into or returning from the Beast Forest!

Lin Xing's destination, this time, was also the Beast Forest. He had long wanted to venture into the Beast Forest, but the time had never been right until now!

The Beast Forest had always piqued Lin Xing's curiosity. Why did the magical beasts gather there? What was it really like inside? What intrigued Lin Xing the most was why, despite housing so many magical beasts—even Sacred and Divine Beasts—they all remained peacefully within the forest without ever venturing out?

There had to be something strange about it! Lin Xing was quite curious now.

Not just Lin Xing; people across the continent had their own strange theories about the Beast Forest. Over the years, many had tried to uncover its secrets, but no one had ever succeeded, or at least, no success was ever heard of.

What interested Lin Xing most was his desire to see those high-level magical beasts. He even had a wild idea: to fight them! He could grow through battle, and perhaps even get the chance to obtain a magical pet!

To put it plainly, Lin Xing was a restless soul who couldn't sit still. He just wanted to travel the continent and experience its customs and culture firsthand.

The Kasla Continent was vast!

Although the Four Empires each had large territories, the land not under their rule was also immense. Coupled with areas not under any country's rule, Lin Xing couldn't even fathom how vast the Kasla Continent truly was.

But what Lin Xing knew was that for an ordinary person to reach the fringes of the Beast Forest, it would take at least a year!

However, Lin Xing wasn't in a hurry. Lifespans on this continent were far longer than on Earth. As one's cultivation deepened, one's lifespan lengthened accordingly! Those who reached the Saint Realm could live for thousands of years, no problem!

Exiting the southern city gate, Lin Xing took one last look at Tianjing City, where he had lived for ten years. In his heart, there was reluctance mixed with an inexplicable excitement!

Tianjing City held his home and his family! Family. That word felt intimate to Lin Xing! Yes, having inexplicably come from that world to this one, they were his only family! Leaving them, Lin Xing felt reluctant. Family, love, care—all moved Lin Xing deeply.

Did he even count as a person of this world? Though in this world, he carried all the memories of that other world. Did he belong to this world or that one?

At this moment, Lin Xing finally understood: he belonged to both worlds! But this current world made him even more attached! If it weren't for his mother and the others, his soul would have scattered long ago! What was the point of debating which world he belonged to?

Though he carried memories of that world, there was nothing left there worth recalling! There was only the old man who had raised him since childhood, but the old man had long since passed away. Apart from that memory, Lin Xing had virtually nothing; he didn't even know what his parents looked like!

But now, Lin Xing had a complete family! Grandparents, father, mother, and a lovely younger brother! Even a little follower like Shi Ya! Everything here made Lin Xing reluctant to leave!

Lin Xing finally realized that everything he possessed in this world was what he should cherish most!

He was about to leave, not knowing when he could return for a reunion, or if he would even have the chance to come back one day. Thinking of this, Lin Xing couldn't help but feel a bit downcast.

But remembering the adorable little Lin Tian, and the loving gazes of his mother and others, Lin Xing secretly vowed that he must return safely and intact! All of this still needed him!

Thinking of the little one, Lin Xing couldn't help but smile slightly, inwardly saying, "Xiao Tian, I'm sorry. Brother is very sorry to leave now, unable to spend more time with you."

"But, brother will definitely spend good time with you in the future, along with the rest of the family."

Taking one last reluctant look at Tianjing City, he strode off toward the south.

The sky gradually brightened.

"Brother Lin Xing, Brother Lin Xing." Shi Ya came in cheerfully but couldn't find Lin Xing anywhere. Thinking he might still be having breakfast, she ran toward the dining hall.

"Auntie, where's Brother Lin Xing?" On the way, Shi Ya happened to run into Yana.

"Oh, Shi Ya, Lin Xing has left."

"Left? Where did he go? Auntie, please tell me quickly. I'll go find him," Shi Ya said hurriedly.

"There's no need to look. Lin Xing has gone out alone to gain experience. We don't know when he left or where he's going."

"Brother Lin Xing went out to gain experience?" Shi Ya, who had been full of excitement moments ago, now seemed to have lost her soul. "Why didn't he tell me earlier? Why didn't he talk to me sooner?" Shi Ya was very sad.

Seeing Shi Ya's sorrowful expression, Yana also felt somewhat distressed. Fortunately, the little one still didn't know his brother had left home today, or he would surely be crying and making a fuss.

"By the way, here's a letter Lin Xing left for you. Take a look," Yana said, handing Lin Xing's letter to Shi Ya.

Shi Ya took it and eagerly opened it.

"Shi Ya, my sister, forgive me for not telling you earlier about my leaving home. I knew you would be very sad upon hearing this news. I didn't want to see you sad. I didn't want to leave with sadness; that's not my style."

"I'm about to leave, to venture out into the continent on my own. You must be obedient at home and practice diligently. Brother Lin Xing doesn't know when he'll return."

"Yes, when Brother Lin Xing returns, I wonder if you'll still recognize this Brother Lin Xing, or if you'll have become a great beauty, no longer the little Sister Shi Ya who always followed me around and cried easily."

"Alright, Brother Lin Xing, no more of that. Brother Lin Xing is just going out to experience the continent; he'll be back. Don't be so sad. Be good, wipe your tears. Look at yourself now, like a little kitten..."

"Alright, that's all for now. By the time you read this letter, I'll already be far away. Don't come looking for me."

The signature at the end was "Brother Lin Xing."

After reading the letter, Shi Ya wiped her tears, forced a smile, and said to Yana, "Auntie, I'm going back now."

Yana acknowledged, and Shi Ya turned and ran back home.

Yana watched Shi Ya's retreating figure, fell silent for a moment, lost in thought.