Chapter 44: Gong Changlong, The Proud Ah Da
Zhou Sichen followed Qian Duoduo out of the Inner Court and headed toward the Beast Arena. At this moment, an elderly man inside the arena was waiting anxiously.
Ever since he heard about Zhou Sichen's Book of Contracts, he had been eager to meet this young man. He had dedicated countless efforts to nurturing the soul beasts under his care, so this opportunity was invaluable to him.
As Qian Duoduo approached with a handsome young man, Gong Changlong took two steps forward, closing the distance in an instant. He didn't even spare a glance at Qian Duoduo.
Where was the dignity of a Titled Douluo? Where was the cold and distant demeanor that made others hesitant to approach him?
Instead, Gong Changlong's wrinkled face leaned in close to Zhou Sichen, wearing what he believed to be a friendly and approachable smile.
"So, you must be Zhou Sichen? I am Gong Changlong, but you can just call me Elder Gong."
Zhou Sichen bowed slightly in greeting. "Elder Gong."
Gong Changlong immediately grabbed Zhou Sichen's hand and led him toward the interior of the Beast Arena.
As they walked, he spoke enthusiastically, "Old Qian told me that your martial soul allows you to form contracts with soul beasts and that they are all exceptionally obedient to you."
"I don't have many hobbies, but I do love raising soul beasts. Everyone in the academy calls me the Beast King, though honestly, I'm not as great as the title suggests."
"So, I was wondering if you could do me a small favor. I can't communicate with soul beasts myself, but maybe your contracted soul beasts could talk to my precious ones? It would help me understand what these little creatures are thinking."