VIP Chapter 139: Leaving the Forest

VIP Chapter 139: Leaving the Forest

"What are my plans?" Lin Xing's mind immediately drifted to his family, friends, and Caroline. Thinking of Caroline's beautiful figure, a smile unconsciously appeared at the corner of his mouth. It had been several years since he last saw his family and Caroline. He left home at ten, and now he was fifteen—a full five years. It had been five years since he’d had the chance to see his family. Had Grandpa and Grandma aged a bit? How were Mom and Dad doing? The little one—no, the little one must have grown up by now. Let's see, the little one should be eight years old now. He wondered what the little one looked like now and if he still remembered his older brother. And Shi Ya... she must be even more beautiful now, probably so beautiful he might not recognize her. Thinking of all this, Lin Xing's desire to return home grew intensely.

"Well, I want to go home first. I've been away from home for five years and miss my family dearly," Lin Xing said eagerly. "By the way, Lin Xing, how old are you now? I still don't know," Can Yue suddenly asked. "I'm fifteen now," Lin Xing replied. "What? You're only fifteen?" Although Can Yue knew Lin Xing was young, he clearly hadn't guessed Lin Xing was only fifteen. At the very least, Can Yue had thought Lin Xing was in his twenties. Hearing that Lin Xing was only fifteen came as a great shock. "Is that strange?" Lin Xing looked up, puzzled. "Well, a little," Can Yue said with an embarrassed smile. "Lin Xing, I think you and I are fated to meet, and since I'm older than you, how about we address each other as brothers?" Can Yue suddenly suggested. "Huh?" Lin Xing was startled and quickly waved his hands. "That wouldn't be appropriate." Lin Xing could guess Can Yue's status; their positions were too disparate, making such a proposal somewhat improper.

"What, do you look down on me as a big brother?" Can Yue's expression turned stern, displeased. "No," Lin Xing hurriedly said, "it's just that I'm afraid I'm not worthy." "What do you mean, not worthy? We're fated, that's all that matters. Why bother about status?" Lin Xing was about to refuse again. Can Yue raised an eyebrow and said, "If you keep refusing, you're looking down on me." Lin Xing knew he couldn't refuse any longer. Besides, if he could address Can Yue as a brother, he would gain a powerful backer. Can Yue's strength was truly unfathomable. So, Lin Xing stood up, clasped his fist towards Can Yue, and said, "Then I'm grateful, brother, and sister-in-law." Can Yue smiled and waved his hand. "No need for such formality. Sit down, let's have a good talk." "Lin Xing, brother truly never imagined you're only fifteen. Reaching Saint Level strength at fifteen is unprecedented on this continent. A Saint Level genius at just fifteen," Can Yue praised.

"However," Can Yue's tone shifted, "although your strength has reached Saint Level and you have their help, I still advise you not to reveal your strength too early." "Oh? Why?" Lin Xing asked, puzzled. With his strength and their help, he might not be able to roam the Casslar Continent without a care, but protecting himself shouldn't be a problem. "I can only say this continent is not simple, not as straightforward as you think. There are some recluses on the continent who avoid worldly affairs and hide away to cultivate. You must have heard of them, right?" Lin Xing nodded. "There are still quite a few powerful individuals in this world. Some could even easily kill you, even with Divine Beast assistance. I can't go into specifics, but you just need to know that there are people on this continent who could easily kill you. That's enough." "Therefore, you must hide your strength, especially the fact that you have a Divine Beast as a pet. Keep it secret. Otherwise, you might attract fatal trouble. The reason some recluses avoid worldly affairs is that nothing in the world interests them anymore. But if they learn that you reached Saint Level at such a young age, they will become curious about you, and your life will never know peace," Can Yue warned. "Then what should I do?" Lin Xing asked. "For now, it's not suitable for you to reveal your strength prematurely. In a few years, or when your strength has improved further, it will be fine. Just don't draw too much attention. Only show off if you have absolute strength." "How about this, brother will give you three protective talismans," Can Yue said, as three seemingly ordinary crystal talismans appeared in his hand. "These three talismans were crafted by me and contain my spiritual energy. After you drip your blood on them, whenever you encounter a life-threatening danger, crush one, and I will sense it. No matter where you are, I will rush to save you at the fastest speed." Lin Xing solemnly accepted them. After dripping his blood, the three talismans vanished into his body.

"Conflicts are rising on the continent; it's becoming restless," Can Yue began with a sigh. "What do you mean?" Lin Xing asked, puzzled. "Now, various major powers on the continent are emerging. The continent, peaceful for thousands of years, will see war again. Lin Xing, your aptitude is good. Cultivate diligently; with your speed, you will become a god soon," Can Yue avoided answering that question directly. Lin Xing nodded. "I will definitely cultivate diligently." "By the way, Lin Xing, what are your plans after returning home?" Can Yue seemed quite interested in this. "I will travel around the continent. Besides the Beast Forest, aren't there other mysterious places on the continent? I want to go see them," Lin Xing said, his eyes shining. "Lin Xing, you must not go to the Death Desert or the Battlefield of the Gods. Those places are very mysterious and dangerous! At least, don't go until you reach God Level. But even if you reach God Level, the chance of survival upon entering is very low." "That formidable?" Lin Xing couldn't help but stick out his tongue. Can Yue nodded with a serious expression. Lin Xing had to temporarily abandon that idea. Afterward, they talked about many things. A few days later, "Elder brother, sister-in-law, I'll be leaving now." "Lin Xing, remember to be careful," Xiao Shiyin said with concern. "I will. I'm off. See you again in the future." So, Lin Xing and Xiao Hei, who had shrunk to the size of a small dog, leaped onto Hei Hu's back in one bound. Hei Hu flapped its wings, a black shadow flashed, and they were in the sky. With another flap of its wings, they flew northward.

One day several months later, Lin Xing and the others finally reached the remote outskirts of the Beast Forest. "Lin Xing, is that the human world outside?" Looking at the faintly visible city in the distance, Xiao Hei asked excitedly. "Yes. Hei Hu, let's go down." Hei Hu flapped its wings and descended to the ground. "Once we're outside, no talking, got it? Also, keep your bodies this size. Only show your true forms as a last resort," Lin Xing instructed the two beasts who had never left the Beast Forest. "Alright, let's go."