Douluo Continent: Beginning with Signing in with Yan Lingji

At the rear mountain of the Hell Demon Dragon Clan,

a seductive figure in a purple-black long dress stood, her curves accentuated by the dress. Every movement she made, every smile she gave off, carried an enchanting aura as if she could mesmerize and capture souls.

This was the Hell Demon Dragon King, Zi Ji.

At that moment, she was standing on the mountain peak with Zhao Ming, overlooking the surrounding scenery.

"Sometimes, when you're tired from the journey, it's nice to stop and take in the scenery along the way," Zhao Ming mused as he looked at the lush, verdant forest below.

"Indeed. For all these years, I've never taken the time to appreciate it like this. Now that I do, it really feels different," Zi Ji said, her beautiful eyes gazing into the distance.

"Do you know why it feels different?" Zhao Ming asked with a smile.

"Why?"

"Because the person by your side has changed. When you're with someone you like, the things you see naturally become different." Zhao Ming smiled as he pulled Zi Ji's delicate body close, his gaze fixed on her enchanting eyes.

Zi Ji, as the Hell Demon Dragon King, was the embodiment of evil and ferocity. But in front of Zhao Ming, there was no trace of that fierceness—only gentleness. The contrast between her gentleness and her usual ferocity made Zhao Ming unable to resist her allure.

"Master, you're so good at teasing people. You always know how to say sweet words to make someone happy." Zi Ji blushed, her gaze avoiding Zhao Ming's, though she felt a sweet warmth in her heart. She heard clearly that Zhao Ming had said he liked her.

Was Master confessing to her?

In all these decades, she had never received such a confession. Even Di Tian had only ever made crude and straightforward requests for a relationship.

"I'm not teasing you. I'm telling the truth. Who wouldn't like someone as beautiful as you?" Zhao Ming chuckled. From where he stood, he could see Zi Ji's fair, smooth shoulder, and if he looked further down...

Zi Ji was indeed beautiful, with a unique charm. No wonder the soul beasts in the Star Dou Forest considered her their dream lover.

Seductive and graceful—who wouldn't desire such a lovely companion?

"Master, do you like me too?" Zi Ji asked softly, her eyes showing a hint of struggle.

"Of course I do. You've been so capable, accomplishing such important tasks for me. Naturally, I like you very much." Zhao Ming smiled, gently tracing Zi Ji's enchanting lips.

"Really?" Zi Ji's voice was soft.

To say she had no feelings for Zhao Ming would be a lie.

In terms of demeanor, Zhao Ming remained composed and calm at all times.

In terms of strength, he was an ancient powerhouse. Even if his power had yet to recover, it was only a matter of time before he regained his full strength.

In terms of status, he was her senior, and also the senior of all soul beasts in existence.

Beautiful women have always admired heroes. Why would she be any different?

But she didn't want to be easily claimed.

Zi Ji had her pride too. She longed to be married to him properly, to be his true partner.

But could that ever happen?

Even though she was the Hell Demon Dragon King, the gap between her and Zhao Ming's status was too vast.

"I've said it before—you are my woman," Zhao Ming smiled as he gently pushed Zi Ji down and kissed her on the lips. Her lips were cool, bringing an unusual sensation, like the refreshing taste of mint candy, sweet yet invigorating.

Feeling Zi Ji's softness and the fragrance of her body, Zhao Ming was at peace.

It lasted for a long time before he reluctantly let go of Zi Ji.

He knew it wasn't the right time yet.

Even though, with his status, it would be easy to claim Zi Ji if he wanted to, he wasn't that kind of man.

He wouldn't take advantage of her without her full consent.

What he wanted was her genuine affection.

"Master?" Zi Ji's charming eyes widened, staring blankly at Zhao Ming.

She had expected him to take advantage of the situation.

If he had, she might have felt a little uncomfortable, but she wouldn't have resisted.

After all, he was the Master, the supreme leader of soul beasts, while she was merely a Hell Demon Dragon, a far cry from his status.

Even if he did want to claim her, wouldn't it be an honor?

But to her surprise, he stopped.

"I wouldn't want to take such a beautiful Zi Ji so hastily; I'd feel guilty. I must properly and honorably marry you before I do anything else," Zhao Ming said gently as he stood up.

Zi Ji was stunned for a moment, then a smile of pure beauty spread across her face.

It turned out that the Master was being considerate of her.

Could the Master really be this caring?

"If Master truly wants me, I wouldn't refuse," Zi Ji whispered, lowering her head.

"No matter how tempted I am, I wouldn't let such a beautiful Zi Ji suffer." Zhao Ming smiled. "Come on, let's head back."

"Okay." Zi Ji nodded.

After they returned to the Lake of Life, Zhao Ming went straight to find Gu Yuena.

Although he couldn't win her over immediately, he still needed to work on building up their relationship every day.

It was like a romance simulation game from his previous life—building up affection levels day by day until he unlocked some extraordinary outcome.

It was the same with Gu Yuena; with consistent effort, he might just reach the necessary affection level.

When he arrived at Gu Yuena's palace, Zhao Ming noticed something unusual. There was another female voice inside—soft and pleasant.

Zhao Ming paused. Among the female soul beasts in the Star Dou Forest, he knew Zi Ji, Bi Ji, and Gu Yuena. Was there another powerful female soul beast he didn't know about? It didn't seem likely.

Curious, he entered the palace. "Na Na, I've come to see you."

As he walked in, he discovered the source of the voice.

It was a golden soul beast.

The soul beast was covered in golden fur, with an otherworldly texture. It resembled a lion in shape, but its four paws were like those of a dragon, each surrounded by golden flames. Beneath the fur, there were fine golden scales. Besides its normal eyes, it had a third eye in the center of its forehead, which glowed with a mysterious golden light.

It was the Divine Beast, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion.

Zhao Ming immediately recognized it. No wonder it could enter this place in the Star Dou Forest—it was the Emperor Beast, the Three-Eyed Golden Lion.

The Divine Beast had first appeared in Douluo Dalu 2, with a cultivation of 15,000 years.

So now, it should be at around 5,000 years.

The Divine Beast had a tragic fate in Douluo Dalu 2, one of being used and manipulated.

But now that Zhao Ming was here, he wouldn't allow history's tragedies to repeat.