Chapter 126: Astral Lion cub (1/2)

The scenario that unfolded in front of me was something that I wasn't expecting at all. And here I was, thinking that first impression always last and that the Astral Lion Cub that came out of the Bad Egg would remain cute and cuddly for a long time. But I was mistaken, totally mistaken.

With a single roar, the Astral Lion Cub grew in size as its roar resonated all throughout the surrounding area, shaking the trees, making the skies groan, and shaking the earth as if a tremor just erupted. the Astral Lion grew so incredibly massive that it was probably one and half times the size of the White Pearl Snake I fought during the quarterfinals of the tournament. It was as big as the walls of the City Shelter, making it look more intimidating and fierce compared to its former look.

Needless to say, it looked formidable... as expected of a Mythic Beast.

”Give it a name!” Hui-ying excitedly squealed inside my head. I could imagine her jumping up and down in joy after meeting her summon for the second time.

And now, they're both with me, aiding me in stopping the end of our world. It might sound cliche, but that's the cold hard truth. Who would've thought that I would be given a second chance in life just so I could be the one to save the world. Anyone else could've done it, but luck was on my side or maybe, I was really chosen because of my innate talent. Nevertheless, I don't have to think about it too much since it already happened. All that I have to do is to wholly accept my role and to put all my effort into stopping the end.

I couldn't save the world, let alone my disciples, from the outbreak. Now I intend to do it. It's the reason why I got my consciousness back after all.

”All right all right. I will think of a name for it.” I said, trying to hide the grin that was trying to emerge from my lips. I was just as excited as Hui-ying since a mythic beast should be much stronger than a spirit beast, right? They might've reached an undiscoverable realm that is leaps and bounds stronger than the Transcendence Realm. ”Still, don't you think it's weird?”

”What?'

”I mean, isn't this a Mythical Beast? Why is it so compliant in front of a cultivator in the King Realm? It even accepted me as its master. Don't tell me, does it have to do with you, Hui-ying?” I asked. If that were true, then that means I just got some sort of cheat, right?

”N-no, I can tell that I don't have a connection with it anymore.” Hui-ying vehemently denied. ”And also, I would have felt it if it could still detect my presence but I don't have any sort of link with it. Maybe it imprinted itself to you because you were the one who took care of it while it was still an Egg. I mean you were the only one who took care of it.”

”I see, somehow I'm relieved,” I said with a sigh.

After that ferocious roar, the Astral Lion knelt sat, and lowered its head towards me. And then, it licked my face while it wagged its tail. It was totally in submission to me. ”All right, I will name you Pixiu, how's that?”

”Ahaahaha!” Fui-ying laughed her heart out at the name, making a nerve popped up on my forehead.

”Why? Is it too cliche for a name?”

”Not really. In that past, I named my Mythic Lion the same name.” Hui-ying tried to suppress her chuckle but to no avail. She was roaring with laughter in my head, making me want to make her shut up but I didn't. This was the first time I heard Hui-ying enjoy herself and I thought that I'll just leave her to it as a treat. I mean, whenever she talked to me, it felt like she was always nervous. But now, somehow, she finally relaxed.

But even until now, I still dread to ask her how it feels to be in someone else's head.

Rustle. Rustle. Rustle.

My Astral Lion's ears perked up as it heard a distant rustle of leaves. It opened its mouth, baring its fangs at the mysterious identities who were approaching us. I immediately realized who they were so I went towards my Astral Lion and patted its mane. ”Fret not, Pixiu, they're my allies on the battlefield.”

”Fret not? What are you? Some sort of historical figure?” Hui-ying teased.

”Sshh.” I hissed.

The rustling became louder and pretty soon, the undergrowth near me parted and Liu Zhi's party came out. ”Whoa! That's big!” Liu Zhi exclaimed.