Douluo Continent: Ning Rongrong? Even a dog wouldn't chase her.

Zhu Zhuqing wouldn't listen to a word of his nonsense. In her heart, whether Gu Yi was alive or dead, she had to go and see him.

Even if it costs me my life!

But Dai Mubai couldn't understand her emotions at all; his right hand still held her tightly, as if he were being unreasonable.

"Zhu Zhuqing! Gu Yi is just a stranger you've only known for a few days! I'm your fiancé, you should be worried about me, not that Gu Yi!"

Dai Mubai continued to earnestly persuade Zhu Zhuqing, hoping she would turn back and return to his side.

Unexpectedly, his words only angered Zhu Zhuqing.

"Outsider? Humph! An outsider has saved my life time and time again, an outsider has taken care of me meticulously, and an outsider has given me a sense of security that you could never give me."

"Fiancé? Ha! He hasn't been!"

Zhu Zhuqing said coldly, her pretty face now covered in frost, as if she was about to make a move at any moment!

The commotion here also attracted the attention of others, while in the next room, the same scenario was unfolding.

Zhu Zhuqing's commotion also woke up Xiao Wu, who insisted on going back to check on him. After all, with her there, Gu Yi still had a glimmer of hope.

Tang San's attitude was the same as Dai Mubai's; they both felt that going back now would not change anything and would only lead to their deaths.

"Brother! No matter what, Gu Yi is our savior. Even if something really happened to him, we can still sneak back and collect his body, right?"

Xiao Wu tried to persuade Tang San.

She understood the Titan Ape, regardless of the outcome of the battle, whether it was Gu Yi's body or corpse.

They will all stay in place, and at least for this period of time, no soul beast will dare to approach.

If Gu Yi is still alive, now is the best and only chance to save him!

"But this is still too dangerous! What if the Titan Ape is still there? Wouldn't all of Gu Yi's good intentions have been wasted?" Tang San kept trying to persuade Xiao Wu.

In his heart, he was also grateful for Gu Yi's sacrifice and dedication, but his own safety and Xiao Wu's safety were always his top priority. Going back now would be too risky and not worth it.

"Brother, when did you become so selfish?" Xiao Wu looked deeply into Tang San's eyes, feeling very disappointed.

She felt that she might have misjudged Tang San. Compared to Gu Yi, Tang San's current behavior was not only cowardly, but also seemed somewhat ungrateful.

In his mind, Tang San's current behavior was unreasonable and illogical.

"Alright! Stop arguing! What's the point of continuing like this?"

Suddenly, Zhao Wuji appeared in the corridor and angrily rebuked the group.

He really couldn't stand it anymore. In the end, it was all his fault. If he had been stronger and more careful, Gu Yi wouldn't have had to sacrifice himself.

“Oscar, make me a few mushroom sausages. I’ll go back and check myself. If Gu Yi is still alive, I’ll take responsibility for bringing him back.”

Zhao Wuji turned to Oscar beside him and spoke.

“Okay.” Oscar responded and immediately began to use his soul skill.

"I also need to go!"

Zhu Zhuqing and Xiao Wu spoke at the same time.

Regardless, Zhu Zhuqing had to personally check on Gu Yi's safety. She couldn't wait any longer; this feeling of panic was driving her crazy.

Xiao Wu felt she had to go; if Er Ming were still alive, she could use special means to contact him.

"Neither of you are allowed to go! I said I'll go myself!" Zhao Wuji glared fiercely at the two of them and shouted angrily.

“If you don’t let me go, I’d rather quit Shrek Academy right now!” Zhu Zhuqing was not afraid at all, her firm eyes meeting Zhao Wuji’s gaze, showing no sign of backing down.

She joined Shrek Academy for only one reason from the beginning: to be with Gu Yi. Now, Gu Yi is her reason to live, and she has to go!

"You!" Zhao Wuji was trembling with anger, but he was also somewhat helpless, as the other party's temper was simply too fierce.

"I want to go too. If I can't even help my savior collect his body, I'd rather have died there," Xiao Wu immediately said.

Although she was speaking to Zhao Wuji, Tang San, who was standing to the side, felt very uncomfortable after hearing it.

"Alright! Just the two of you, no one else is allowed to come! Otherwise, I'll give each of you a chop to the neck!" Zhao Wuji reluctantly agreed, while threatening the others at the same time.

Upon hearing this, Zhu Zhuqing and Xiao Wu did not hesitate at all. They shook off the hands that were grabbing them, quickly walked up to Oscar, took the mushroom sausage, and flew rapidly towards the forest.

Zhao Wuji was not to be outdone and followed closely behind them.

On one side of the corridor, Ning Rongrong stood leaning against the wall, quietly watching the farce that had just happened, feeling very puzzled.

Is it really worth going to such lengths for Gu Yi?

Leaving aside Zhu Zhuqing, Xiao Wu is someone I know well. She's always glued to Tang San, and they have an incredibly close relationship, never arguing or bickering.

But today she actually argued with Tang San for Gu Yi, and it seems like they're about to break up. Is it really worth it?

That's just Gu Yi, a bug who only knows how to follow her around. Why are so many people concerned about him now?

Despite being so important to the team, no one even glanced at her just now, as if she were completely unimportant.

Gu Yi... seems a little different now.

Chapter 31 Ten Thousand Years Soul Ring

In the Starry Sky Forest, the night sky was still beautiful and quiet.

In the former Shrek Academy compound, the Titan Ape sat to one side like a wronged child, its entire body covered in wounds and its soul power nearly exhausted.

And the culprit behind all this still wants it to protect its own laws. How can this be acceptable?

But it dared not say anything now. The strength that Gu Yi had just displayed was too terrifying, and it still trembled when it thought about it.

Half an hour! It was brutally beaten for half an hour! If it hadn't begged for mercy in time, this human was planning to use its ninth soul skill to blast it.

But after this battle, it was completely convinced of Gu Yi's abilities and believed what Gu Yi had said before.

He didn't seem to have any ill intentions towards them; otherwise, with such strength, he and Sister Xiaowu should have already obtained spirit rings by now.

Moreover, since he has such power, it shouldn't take too long to help Auntie revive.

Just as it was daydreaming about the future, Gu Yi made a move. He slowly opened his eyes, and a black soul ring began to swirl around him.

"Phew! It's finally absorbed. As expected, this fourth spirit ring is indeed ten thousand years old."

Gu Yi looked at the spirit rings at his feet with satisfaction and said happily.

"Boss, do you have twin martial souls? Otherwise, why were you so fierce just now, but now you only have a few circles left?"

Seeing that Gu Yi had regained consciousness, the Titan Ape hurriedly asked him.

Upon hearing this, Gu Yi revealed a wicked smile and asked in return, "What? You're already missing the feeling from before?"

"Want to do it again?"

The Titan Ape hurriedly shook its head and took another step back.

"Alright, you can go back now. If there's anything you want to say to Xiaowu, just tell me and I'll pass it on for you."

"Also, remember my instructions: you must come to me on the appointed day and become my henchman."

Gu Yi solemnly instructed the Titan Ape.

"Don't worry, big brother, I remember everything. Just tell Sister Xiaowu for me that I miss her. Goodbye, big brother!"

After saying that, the Titan Ape left as if it were fleeing for its life, without even looking back.

Seeing this, Gu Yi smiled helplessly.

Finally! He finally got everything done.

Not only did he win Xiao Wu's favor, but he also successfully fused with the spirit ring and even subdued the Titan Giant Ape. Although he initially planned to be a bit cunning and use Xiao Wu to coerce it, the result was the same.

That way, he'll have security when that happens a few months later.

Some things can be done freely, and hunting soul beasts can be done simply by calling out to one of the underlings, which is really very convenient.

Now, he's preparing to return to the academy. Zhu Zhuqing and the others are still waiting for him, and he's already thought of an explanation.

To his surprise, he had only taken a few steps when he saw three figures flying in from the horizon, and they looked very familiar.

"That's... Zhu Qing? And Teacher Zhao and Xiao Wu? Why are they back?" Gu Yi muttered to himself, somewhat puzzled.

Distance from his home

"They risked their lives for righteousness," and less than an hour has passed, yet they dare to come back?

If the Titan Ape hadn't left yet, and if the battle had attracted other powerful soul beasts, they would all be in great danger right now.

Thinking of this, Gu Yi felt a little better. After all, he was somewhat disappointed when he came out and found no one around.

Before he could think any further, a beautiful figure fell from the sky and landed directly in his arms.

"Gu Yi! You're not dead! That's wonderful! You're not dead! Waaaaah~"

"I knew it! You wouldn't abandon me!"

Before Gu Yi could speak, Zhu Zhuqing hugged him tightly, crying excitedly as she spoke.

Upon hearing this, Gu Yi smiled, hugged Zhu Zhuqing, and whispered comforting words in her ear: "Silly girl, I told you long ago that I would never leave you."

But upon hearing this, Zhu Zhuqing cried even harder, and in an instant, her tears seemed to burst forth, soaking Gu Yi's shoulder.

Gu Yi didn't say anything more, but gently patted her back to soothe her emotions.

Soon, two more figures descended from the sky, namely Zhao Wuji and Xiao Wu.

The two looked at the unharmed Gu Yi with disbelief on their faces, and had many questions they wanted to ask.

But seeing Zhu Zhuqing crying in Gu Yi's arms, they didn't know how to start the conversation.

Gu Yi smiled and glanced at the two of them, then whispered softly in Zhu Zhuqing's ear again, "Alright, stop crying. If you keep crying, you'll look like a little kitten."

"Besides, crying all the time will cause wrinkles. Aren't you afraid I'll dislike you?"

Upon hearing this, Zhu Zhuqing immediately took a step back, punched Gu Yi in the chest, and while sobbing, put on a fierce expression and said, "You dare."

She gradually stopped crying, but tears still flowed uncontrollably.

Gu Yi smiled and gently wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes with both hands, his eyes filled with tenderness as he looked at her.

"I'm afraid, so please don't cry, okay?"

Zhu Zhuqing nodded, trying her best to control her emotions, and then slowly took Gu Yi's right hand and stood beside him.