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Since Di Tian fell into a deep sleep, although they would communicate briefly through telepathy every day, their relationship never progressed any further.
However, both of them are well aware of each other's feelings. Perhaps they will only consider matters of the heart again once the soul beast race has settled down to some extent.
Therefore, this time Di Tian's anger was the first time he had felt such intense rage towards Bi Ji.
The three-eyed golden lion standing to the side was already stunned by this scene.
It looked at Di Tian, then at Bi Ji; this was the first time it had ever seen the two of them arguing.
In the past, they had only had some disagreements on decision-making, but those were all rational discussions, and they never really argued.
Although the Three-Eyed Golden Lion has a volatile temper, it still harbors some affection and sympathy for Brigitte, who took care of it since it was a cub.
Anyway, she had nothing to do, and besides, if it weren't for Brigitte, she would never have been able to imagine that the human world was so prosperous and splendid.
Even after three days, the scene remained deeply imprinted in its mind.
Deep down, it even wanted to sneak out again, to find Dongfang Jing, and see more of his memories.
After hesitating for a moment, it finally spoke: "Di Tian, I don't mind, please don't blame Bi Ji."
“But the auspicious beast, she…” Di Tian was very surprised that the auspicious beast would speak up for Bi Ji? He immediately turned his attention to it.
When Di Tian scanned Bi Ji with his spiritual power again, he found that she had already turned into a green light and was heading away towards the lake.
Di Tian was somewhat displeased and was about to call her back when he suddenly sensed a fluctuation of energy coming from the center of the lake, which stopped him.
Di Tian quickly composed himself and asked respectfully but with a trembling voice, "My lord, how did you wake up?"
"Your voice is so loud, how could I not wake up?"
"I'm so sorry! My lord, it's all because of Brigitte."
"Alright, I heard everything. As long as the auspicious beast is alright, that's good. As for Biji... let's discuss and decide after you've all woken up." Her voice weakened, seemingly due to the pain of her serious injuries.
"Yes, my lord," Di Tian replied, only breathing a sigh of relief when he sensed his lord's aura dissipate.
He used his mental power to scan the direction where Brigitte had left.
Now that I've calmed down, I realize that my tone might have been a bit too harsh.
After all, we've worked together for many years; it would be a lie to say there's no affection between us.
'Sigh, let's wait until she calms down before saying anything.'
Thinking of this, Di Tian withdrew his spiritual power and fell back into a deep sleep.
The lakebed has returned to its former tranquility, with only the water still rippling gently.
Chapter 104 Grievance and Emotion
Lake of Life, on its shore.
The Azure Bull Python and the Titan Ape are dozing off.
Sensing the familiar presence approaching, they immediately perked up and respectfully bowed their heads towards the lake to greet her: "Aunt Brigitte."
However, after flying out of the lake, Brigitte did not stop, nor did she even glance at them. She turned into a green light and disappeared into the distance.
The two beasts looked at each other, neither understanding why Aunt Brigitte was behaving so strangely today.
Brigitte spread her wings and flew through the air, her mind in turmoil.
She didn't know where to go or what to do next; she just instinctively flew towards her tribe.
Crystalline tears slid down her cheeks, shimmering faintly in the moonlight.
She knew perfectly well that her actions had offended the auspicious beast, and might even affect the fate of the entire soul beast race. What right did she have to feel wronged or sad?
But Brigitte has no regrets about her choice.
For the sake of the soul beasts' future, she knew that relying solely on the power of Di Tian and the other ferocious beasts was far from enough.
During her time with Dongfang Jing, she heard many things about the human world and became increasingly convinced that the speed of human development far exceeded that of soul beasts' cultivation, and that one day humans would completely suppress the soul beast race.
For the survival of her race, she must find a new way out.
Of course, there was also some personal motive involved.
As her master, she hoped that her disciple's cultivation path would be smoother and easier, and it was these thoughts that prompted her to risk performing attribute guidance for Dongfang Jing.
She originally thought that Di Tian, with whom she had worked for many years, would understand her good intentions.
However, the reality is that Di Tian is furious and still sticks to the old ways, regarding the fortune of the auspicious beast as extremely important. He is determined to revive the Dragon God by relying on his own power, and even dreams of breaking through a million years of cultivation to achieve godhood.
Brigitte gently wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes.
She understood all these principles, but she still couldn't help feeling sad.
While she was bewildered and at a loss, she had unknowingly flown back to her tribe's territory.
She landed before reaching her destination, folded her wings, and looked around before widening her eyes.
The tribe's settlement, which was originally just grasslands and trees and seemed rather empty, now has more than a dozen bamboo and wooden houses.
Each room contains a varying number of neatly woven grass nests, where the emerald swans lie comfortably, looking quite content.
In the very center stands an exceptionally spacious and exquisite bamboo and wood house, undoubtedly the work of Dongfang Jing.
Brigitte slowly climbed the steps and gently knocked on the door.
Seeing that no one answered, she pushed the door open and went in.
The interior is simply furnished, yet subtly exudes warmth; the clean environment prevents one from feeling the slightest bit lonely.
Her gaze fell on the table.
There were dishes laid out there, each covered with an insulated lid.
Most importantly, all of these dishes are her favorite foods.
Suddenly, Brigitte's nose tingled and her eyes reddened again.
This should have been a moment of touching emotion, but instead, the grievances in my heart grew even stronger.
She looked around but couldn't see her apprentice or sense his presence. She only found an ordinary mirror by the wall.
This wasn't the first time, and Brigitte was filled with doubt about it.
Sometimes she would find that Dongfang Jing suddenly disappeared, as if he had completely vanished from this world, and even with her hundreds of thousands of years of cultivation, she could not sense it at all.
But he will reappear after only an hour or two.
Brigitte knew this must be her disciple's secret, so she never inquired about it.
After all, even she herself had not yet revealed her identity as a soul beast to the other party.
Although the master and apprentice were close, they did not need to tell each other everything.
Just then, Dongfang Jing finished his cultivation and walked out of the Hall of Ten Thousand Mirrors.
But he froze on the spot as soon as he took a step, because he found Brigitte staring at him.
'Why is Master back?'
In the past, Brigitte would not return all night after leaving, so he was not on guard.
Dongfang Jing knew in his heart that the Hall of Ten Thousand Mirrors could not be kept secret, and with his master's cultivation level, he must have discovered the clues long ago.
Therefore, he was somewhat embarrassed, having been caught red-handed.
The two looked into each other's eyes, and Dongfang Jing keenly sensed that his master seemed to have been crying.
He stepped out of the Hall of a Thousand Mirrors and approached Brigitte, asking softly, "You've been taking care of me for several days; haven't you eaten yet?"
He then lifted the insulated lid, saying, "Let me heat up your food first."
“No need,” Brigitte said, tugging at his sleeve. “Just eat with me.”
At the dining table, Brigitte picked up her chopsticks, took a piece of lettuce, and put it in her mouth.
The dishes were still warm, and eating them made them even more comforting.
A wave of sadness washed over her again, and she quickly turned her head away, not wanting her disciple to see her in such a state.
Dongfang Jing frowned slightly. Who was this ungrateful wretch who would be willing to hurt such a gentle master?
He was in a difficult position at the moment, knowing that his master had many secrets and unspeakable difficulties, and that the matters involved were far beyond his current ability to inquire about.
Seeing their master so sad, as a disciple, they should do something to show their respect.
Unfortunately, he really didn't understand women's hearts, and he was even less capable of saying sweet words.
What should we do?
Dongfang Jing's gaze fell on the mirror inside the bamboo house, and suddenly an idea came to him.
He took Bi Ji's free slender hand and said, "Master, come with me."
"Where are we going?" Brigitte asked, puzzled, but let him lead her to her feet.
Dongfang Jing led her to the full-length mirror on the wall.
Brigitte examined the mirror carefully. It looked no different from an ordinary mirror in the human world. Perhaps it was a gift from that little girl named Yao'er.
Immediately afterwards, Dongfang Jing took a step forward and led Biji into the Hall of Mirrors.
The scene before her eyes changed abruptly, and Brigitte's pupils contracted sharply as she was deeply shocked by the strange space of the Hall of a Thousand Mirrors.
Her emerald eyes darted back and forth, yet with her hundreds of thousands of years of experience, she couldn't fathom the mysteries of this space.
However, it is clear that this place is completely isolated from the outside world!
Even if the Douluo Continent faces the end of the world, this place will be an absolutely safe haven.
'No wonder I sometimes can't sense my disciple's presence.'
Before Biji could think it over, Dongfang Jing said softly, "Please allow me to explain later. Please come with me first."
He took Brigitte's hand and led her to the Mirror Spring of Radiant Light.
The spring water hasn't been used this week, so it's a good opportunity for Master, who's feeling down, to soak in it and ease his bad mood.
After explaining the effects of the Mirror Spring in detail, Dongfang Jing withdrew.
Although Brigitte was still in shock, she had fully understood her disciple's intentions, and her heart was filled with even greater warmth.