The Sky Blue Bull Python, now the absolute ruler of the Star Dou Great Forest, an emperor like existence together with the Titan Giant Ape, the two beasts were enough to suppress the entire forest.
At this moment, the forest emperor opened its enormous azure eyes, calmly staring at Oscar, who was held in the Titan Giant Ape's hand.
Oscar slowly stood up from the giant palm. His charming peach blossom eyes, now carrying a pair of silvery pupils, met the gaze of the Sky Blue Bull Python.
Moments later, Oscar's slightly astonished voice rang out:
"Forest Emperor, the Sky Blue Bull Python. I never thought such a super soul beast truly existed."
Oscar's voice wasn't loud, but the Sky Blue Bull Python heard him clearly. It had been countless years yet there was still a soul master who recognized it?
Moreover, this human had returned together with Er Ming and Sister Xiao Wu. That fact alone revealed enough the Sky Blue Bull Python didn't even need to ask.
Unless there was absolute trust, neither Er Ming nor Xiao Wu would ever bring a human to Star Lake.
At this time, Xiao Wu softly introduced:
"Senior, Da Ming is also my friend. We grew up here together since childhood."
Hearing this, Oscar turned his head toward Xiao Wu, then glanced again at the Titan Giant Ape holding him and at the Sky Blue Bull Python beside it.
Oscar couldn't help but sigh:
"The bonds of soul beasts are truly unfathomable. A rabbit growing up alongside two super soul beasts with such exalted bloodlines it's beyond imagination."
Xiao Wu smiled gently at his words:
"Senior, perhaps the feelings of soul beasts are sometimes even purer than those of humans, don't you think?"
Oscar nodded:
"Indeed. Nothing is more frightening than the human heart. For you to have such friends it's your fortune."
Hearing this, the Titan Giant Ape and the Sky Blue Bull Python exchanged a glance. No words were needed.
The Sky Blue Bull Python finally spoke:
"Human, since you were able to come here with Sister Xiao Wu and Er Ming, it naturally proves that you have earned their trust."
It paused, then continued:
"I want to know what is your purpose in coming here?"
Before Oscar could answer, Xiao Wu recounted to the Sky Blue Bull Python the discussion they had earlier with the Titan Giant Ape. After hearing everything, the python gazed at Oscar quietly.
Only after a long while did it speak again:
"Since Sister Xiao Wu trusts you, I naturally have no objections. As for soul bones, they can be given to youbut each year, we must receive word of Sister Xiao Wu's safety. How you prove that is for you to decide."
Oscar was not surprised. Since they already knew he was backed by at least two Title Douluo, and since he was also a protector of Xiao Wu, as long as Oscar harbored no ill intent, Xiao Wu would truly have a firm foothold in the human world.
The Sky Blue Bull Python's only concern was whether Oscar would regret this promise in the future. But judging by his actions, there was no reason to doubt him. If he had harbored wicked thoughts toward Xiao Wu, she would already no longer exist.
Thus, the matter was resolved smoothly, with little effort from Oscar thanks to Xiao Wu's presence, Da Ming and Er Ming naturally chose to believe her.
But the soul bone was not Oscar's true purpose here. What he really wanted was to join forces with these two soul beasts to accomplish something that could change the course of the continent's history.
It was well known that the age old enmity between humans and soul beasts stemmed from their mutual slaughter. And Oscar understood even more clearly that, in the future, soul beasts would sharply decline in number across the Douluo Continent.
Many gifted soul masters had wasted their talents simply because they could not obtain soul rings of the highest quality.
The dwindling number of soul beasts not only deepened the blood feud between the two races, nearly driving soul beasts to extinction, but also stifled the growth of soul masters themselves.
So, in the long run, Oscar harbored a far greater ambition.
With his current strength, background, and talent, he was destined to stand at the peak of the continent. But aside from his own future, he now had to consider the future of the entire soul master world or rather, the future of both humans and soul beasts, the fate of all living beings on the Douluo Continent.
If his goal could be achieved, the killings that would be prevented would reach astronomical numbers, and he would be forever praised across the land.
Oscar slowly stepped down from the Titan Giant Ape's palm to the ground, his gaze calm as he looked at the Sky Blue Bull Python:
"As for the matter of the soul bone, that need not be rushed. In truth, I came here for another purpose."
At these words, both the Sky Blue Bull Python and the Titan Giant Ape fixed their eyes on him. Even Xiao Wu was stunned. She had thought Oscar only wanted a few soul bones but now it seemed that was merely a side matter?
Oscar chuckled:
"Surprised? Or did you really think I would be swayed by a few soul bones?"
After a brief silence, the Sky Blue Bull Python said slowly:
"You are indeed the most unusual human I have ever seen. What others regard as a supreme treasure, soul bones, to you are no more than tools to be used."
Oscar smiled:
"That's not entirely untrue. I do like soul bones, and the more the better. But compared to them, what I am about to say and do is far more important."
"In fact, had I not encountered you today, this matter might have been delayed. But since fate has brought us together, and with Xiao Wu's bond with you, I have decided to tell you. As for your decision that will be yours to make."
The two great beasts exchanged a glance, realizing that whatever Oscar wanted was no simple matter.
Still, why did it concern them? Were they expected to help him just because he told them? They were no fools.
The Sky Blue Bull Python nodded slightly:
"Very well. Speak."
Oscar didn't answer directly. Instead, he asked:
"Before I begin, I have a question for you both."
The Titan Giant Ape frowned impatiently:
"Why so many questions? Just say what you mean!"
Oscar ignored its dissatisfaction and asked calmly:
"You have both already cultivated for over a hundred thousand years. Against human soul masters, even Title Douluo, you would at least stand mid rank."
"But despite your great power, I wonder how much of the Star Dou Great Forest do you truly control? How many soul beasts can you command?"
Hearing this, the two beasts glanced at each other, puzzled. Was Oscar probing their strength? Or something else?
Seeing their hesitation, Oscar continued:
"Don't worry. This question relates to what I am about to say. It poses no harm to you."
The Sky Blue Bull Python shot him a look, masking its unease, and then answered seriously:
"We two brothers, though long renowned, cannot rule the entire forest. The Star Dou Great Forest is vast. At most, we can command about two thirds of its territory and its soul beasts."
Oscar nodded, understanding the implication. Though the brothers were powerful, the soul beast clan was no monolith many coveted their thrones.
What's more, there might well be other hundred thousand year soul beasts hidden within the forest, though the original tale never mentioned them. Just because they weren't written about didn't mean they didn't exist.
Oscar knew the truth: Da Ming and Er Ming were merely the gatekeepers. The true overlords of the Star Dou Great Forest had always remained concealed, with power far beyond theirs.
Still, as things stood, the brothers were its acknowledged rulers. Since they could command two thirds of the forest, that was already enough for Oscar's plan.
Oscar smiled faintly:
"That will suffice."
"So, what is it you wish to say?" asked the Sky Blue Bull Python.
Oscar's lips curved into a wicked smile:
"To resolve the conflict between soul beasts and human soul masters."
The two beasts stared at him in disbelief. Resolve the conflict? The feud between humans and soul beasts had lasted since ancient timesit was to the death! And this human dared claim he could solve it?
Even with a super sect at his back, such a thing was impossible.
For them, it was pure fantasy. To end the blood feud was not a matter of words.
If not for Xiao Wu, they would have killed Oscar on sight because a human genius like him was built upon the deaths of countless soul beasts.
Oscar, of course, knew how absurd it sounded, even Xiao Wu looked at him in shock.
He said calmly:
"I know it's difficult. But someone must take the first step. Without it, this will never succeed."
"And I already have a plan. What becomes of it will depend on your help."
The two beasts still found it unbelievable fantasy bordering on delusion.
But Xiao Wu, knowing Oscar's character, thought differently. Though she too found it unrealistic, her senior never made promises he couldn't keep. If he said it, he must have a plan, and perhaps had already begun to act.
In the silence, Xiao Wu's soft voice rang out:
"Perhaps… senior might truly be able to do it. I don't know his plan, but I know he never speaks aimlessly. So, Da Ming, Er Ming, let us hear him out."
Oscar silently gave her a thumbs up in his heart before continuing:
"To resolve the conflict between humans and soul beasts, the key issue is soul masters hunting soul beasts for rings. If we can solve that, ninety percent of the problem disappears. With unified management of soul masters and soul beasts, even the last ten percent can be resolved."
The beasts and Xiao Wu nodded they understood. But how could soul masters advance without hunting soul beasts? Without rings, they could not grow stronger. Thus, it seemed impossible.
Oscar continued:
"Of course, beginnings are hardest. Some ideas sound simple, but in practice they are extremely complex, requiring countless problems to be addressed."
"Alone, I cannot do it. Even if I unify the continent unifying its script, its roads I cannot command the soul beasts. That is why I need your help. I need you to join me in building a new world!"
Hearing this, the two great beasts finally realized one thing: Oscar's ambition was vast.
Unify the continent? In all its history, no one had truly done so. To them, even that alone seemed impossible.
Human hearts were deeper and darker than soul beasts'. No matter Oscar's genius or powerful backers, to unify the continent was beyond belief.
So to speak of resolving the ancient feud it was madness.
But Oscar only smiled:
"I know you cannot believe me yet. So I will prove it with my actions."
The beasts narrowed their eyes:
"How will you prove it?"
Oscar answered calmly:
"I will take on the challenge of unifying the continent. As for you,you must unify the soul beasts. Only then will everything be twice the result for half the effort."
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