I walk sideways in the game world

When Ren Xiaoyao returned to the taming grounds with the King of Spirit Pets and Xia Lin, he discovered that the others looked at him with awe and envy. The tamers who had once treated him like brothers now kept their distance, avoiding his gaze and offering false flattery when they did speak.

"Xiaoyao, your spirit pet king is so majestic! You will definitely become the most powerful animal trainer in the future!" A short and fat animal trainer came forward and said with a smile on his face, but his flickering eyes revealed his true thoughts.

Ren Xiaoyao smiled faintly, remaining noncommittal. He knew full well that in this world where strength reigned supreme, the law of the jungle prevailed. His current strength would only attract more covetousness and challenges.

The news spread quickly throughout the animal training grounds, even reaching further afield. Other animal trainer factions began to plot secretly, hoping to snatch Ren Xiaoyao's Spirit Pet King title or suppress his power.

"I heard that the guy named Ren Xiaoyao tamed the king of spirit pets. He is so lucky!" In a dark corner, several figures were plotting.

"Hmph, it's just good luck. If we join forces, I don't believe we can't beat him!" said another figure in a sinister tone.

"That's right, the King of Spirit Pets is the partner that we animal trainers dream of, and we must not let him have it all to himself!"

Similar conspiracies are quietly growing in the dark, and a storm against Ren Xiaoyao is quietly brewing.

In the evening, the afterglow of the setting sun cast a golden glow over the animal training grounds. Ren Xiaoyao was training the King of Spirit Pets, while Xia Lin assisted. Suddenly, a familiar figure appeared before them.

"Elder Feng?" Ren Xiaoyao was a little surprised when he saw the person coming.

Elder Feng looked solemn. He looked around and said in a low voice: "Xiaoyao, you have to be careful..."

Elder Feng's expression was solemn. He lowered his voice with a hint of worry in his tone, "Xiaoyao, you must be careful. I can sense an undercurrent surging. They are all coveting your secret."

Ren Xiaoyao raised his sword-like eyebrows slightly, and a confident arc appeared on the corner of his mouth: "Don't worry, Elder Feng, I understand. If an enemy comes, we will fight him; if a flood comes, we will block it with earth. I, Ren Xiaoyao, will not be afraid of any challenge."

Elder Feng looked deeply at Ren Xiaoyao. He knew this young man possessed courage and perseverance far beyond the ordinary, but he also worried that Ren Xiaoyao's brilliance might lead to unnecessary trouble. He pondered for a moment, then spoke earnestly, "Xiaoyao, I know you are gifted, but even the most outstanding tree in the forest will be destroyed by the wind. You must learn to conceal your brilliance and bide your time to survive in troubled times."

Ren Xiaoyao put away his smile and nodded solemnly: "Thank you for your teachings, Elder Feng. Xiaoyao will remember it in my heart."

Elder Feng patted Ren Xiaoyao's shoulder with satisfaction and turned to leave. He knew that there were some things that he could only face and solve by himself.

Just as Ren Xiaoyao was preparing to deal with the covetousness of various forces, he received a trial notice from a higher education institution. This notice was like a flash of lightning, breaking the gloomy atmosphere over the animal training ground.

The Institute of Higher Learning was the holy land of cultivation for the entire continent, and only gifted young people had the opportunity to study there. For all beast tamers, being able to study at an Institute of Higher Learning was an opportunity they had always dreamed of.

Ren Xiaoyao looked at the notice in his hand and fell into deep thought. He knew that this was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for him. If he could enter an institution of higher learning, he would be able to learn more advanced animal training techniques, gain greater strength, and thus better protect himself and those around him.

However, he also knew that leaving the animal training ground at this time would put him in great danger. Those forces that were eyeing him covetously would definitely not let this opportunity go.

"Brother Xiaoyao, what's wrong with you?" Xia Lin noticed something was wrong with Ren Xiaoyao and asked with concern.

Ren Xiaoyao took a deep breath and handed the notice in his hand to Xia Lin: "I received a trial notice from the higher education institution."

Xia Lin took the notice, read it carefully, and a look of surprise appeared on her face: "Great! Brother Xiaoyao, this is a great opportunity, you must go!"

Ren Xiaoyao looked at Xia Lin's excited expression, feeling mixed emotions. He knew Xia Lin was doing this for his own good, but...

He opened his mouth, wanting to say something, but didn't know where to start.

"Brother Xiaoyao, I know what you're worried about." Xia Lin seemed to see through Ren Xiaoyao's thoughts. She held Ren Xiaoyao's hand and said firmly, "But I believe in you. You will definitely be able to overcome all difficulties and successfully pass the trial!"

Xia Lin's eyes were burning like a flame, igniting the hope and courage in Ren Xiaoyao's heart.

He looked at Xia Lin, was silent for a moment, then nodded solemnly: "Okay, I'll go!" These three short words felt like a heavy burden, weighing on Ren Xiaoyao's heart. He knew that this road was destined to be full of thorns, but he would not retreat.

Xia Lin smiled with relief, tears glistening in her eyes. She understood the implications of Ren Xiaoyao's decision and the dangers he would face. But she believed that Ren Xiaoyao would be able to overcome everything and realize his dream.

"I'll arrange everything, just go ahead." Charlene said gently, her tone full of determination and support.

Ren Xiaoyao placed the King of Spirit Pets with Elder Feng and asked him to take care of it while he was away. Elder Feng readily agreed and told Ren Xiaoyao to be careful.

After everything was arranged, Ren Xiaoyao and Xia Lin set off for the university. However, they didn't know that behind them, pairs of greedy eyes were already staring at them, and an invisible net was quietly spreading.

The day after leaving the animal training ground, Ren Xiaoyao and Xia Lin arrived at a dense forest. Ancient trees towered all around, blocking out the sun. Only dappled light filtered through the gaps between the leaves, casting mottled shadows on the ground.

"Be careful, this forest is not peaceful," Ren Xiaoyao said to Xia Lin beside him in a low voice. He was keenly aware that the atmosphere around them was a little strange, as if invisible eyes were secretly watching them.

Charlene nodded, tightened her grip on the dagger in her hand, and watched the movements around her vigilantly.

Suddenly, there was a sound of breaking through the air, and several sharp arrows shot out from the dense forest, heading straight for Ren Xiaoyao and Xia Lin!

Ren Xiaoyao was prepared. He grabbed Xia Lin and dodged behind a sturdy tree. The sharp arrow hit the tree trunk, making a "tsk tsk" sound.

"Who is it? Come out!" Ren Xiaoyao roared, his voice echoing in the dense forest.

However, the only response he got was endless silence.

"Brother Xiaoyao, be careful!" Xia Lin suddenly exclaimed.

Before Ren Xiaoyao could react, he suddenly felt a sharp pain under his feet. He looked down and saw that a sharp caltrop had pierced his boot and was deeply embedded in his foot!

"Damn it!" Ren Xiaoyao cursed inwardly, enduring the severe pain and pulling out the caltrops. Blood instantly gushed out, staining his boots red.

"Hahaha, Ren Xiaoyao, you've finally met your end!" A burst of arrogant laughter echoed from the depths of the dense forest, accompanied by a flurry of footsteps. A group of men in black, armed with sharp blades, surrounded Ren Xiaoyao and Xia Lin from all sides...