Douluo: The Peerless King of Beast Tamers

Chapter 331 Xu Tianran's Murderous Intent

Zhou Sichen didn't know why Xu Tianran suddenly wanted to see him, but it didn't mean he would lose anything.

After agreeing to Jing Hongchen's request, Zhou Sichen continued his studies and cultivation as usual.

Moreover, Jing Hongchen even took the initiative to guide Zhou Sichen, and among the soul tool materials he gave him were many rare materials for making high-level soul tools.

Three days later, Zhou Sichen followed Jing Hongchen to the palace and arrived at the training pavilion.

There were no other members of the royal family in the training hall today, so it was cleared out to leave it for His Highness the Crown Prince to receive Zhou Sichen.

Zhou Sichen silently followed behind Jing Hongchen and soon saw Xu Tianran in the wheelchair, and Ju Zi pushing the wheelchair behind him.

Although it was the first time Zhou Sichen had met the two, she recognized them at a glance.

Jing Hongchen bowed to Xu Tianran and said, "Your subject Jing Hongchen greets Your Highness the Crown Prince. Zhou Sichen has been brought here."

Xu Tianran smiled slightly: "Master Hongchen, there's no need for such formalities. It's kind of you to make the trip in person."

Jing Hongchen smiled and said, "It is my honor to serve His Highness the Crown Prince."

After the two men exchanged compliments, Xu Tianran finally turned his attention to Zhou Sichen.

Zhou Sichen also bowed and said, "Zhou Sichen greets Your Highness the Crown Prince."

Xu Tianran smiled and said, "Student Zhou, there's no need for such formalities. I invited you here today to make the acquaintance of the young geniuses of Shrek Academy."

"I only hope you won't hold a grudge against Shrek Academy and the Sun Moon Empire. I'm just making friends with you on my own behalf today."

Xu Tianran had a smile on his face, showing no hostility towards Shrek Academy whatsoever, as if he had genuinely come to make friends.

Zhou Sichen smiled in response: "Your Highness is too kind."

After exchanging a few polite words, Xu Tianran revealed his purpose: "I've heard that Zhou is the grandson of Dragon God Douluo, one of the Black and White Twin Holy Dragons who were once famous throughout the continent, and has inherited Dragon God Douluo's Holy Dragon Martial Soul."

"My royal family also inherited a dragon-type martial soul, known as the ancestor of sub-dragons, who is in charge of destruction."

Zhou Sichen smiled slightly: "I have heard of the Purple Emperor Annihilation Dragon Martial Soul inherited by the Sun Moon Royal Family. In the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Competition, Shrek Academy almost lost to the captain of that year's Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy who possessed the Purple Emperor Annihilation Dragon Martial Soul."

Xu Tianran's eyes were full of inquiry: "I just don't know which is stronger, the Purple Emperor Annihilation Dragon or the Holy Light Dragon?"

Upon hearing this, Zhou Sichen smiled and replied, "Whether it's the Purple Emperor Annihilation Dragon or the Holy Light Dragon, they are both top-tier dragon-type martial souls, each with its own advantages, so I can't really judge them."

Xu Tianran smiled lightly: "That's why I invited Zhou here today, I wanted to test it out. I wonder if Zhou would be willing to do me a favor?"

Xu Tianran spoke calmly, showing no airs of a prince when facing Zhou Sichen.

But beneath those seemingly calm words, Zhou Sichen was not given a chance to refuse.

Zhou Sichen paused for a moment before replying, "In that case, I will naturally satisfy His Highness the Crown Prince."

Upon hearing this, Xu Tianran's smile softened even more: "Don't worry, Zhou, I certainly won't let you waste your energy."

As he spoke, Xu Tianran gently patted Ju Zi's hand. Ju Zi understood immediately, took out a treasure box from her soul tool, and handed it to Zhou Sichen.

Xu Tianran said calmly, "This is a level seven amplification soul tool. You can use it by injecting soul power into it. Depending on the soul master's own abilities, it can increase your strength by at least 10% to 30%. I wonder if Zhou likes it?"

Zhou Sichen accepted the treasure box without any hesitation: "Your Highness is too kind to refuse."

Seeing that Zhou Sichen had accepted the gift, Xu Tianran smiled as usual: "I like people as straightforward as you."

After saying that, Xu Tianran lightly snapped his fingers.

As soon as Xu Tianran snapped his fingers, a burly young man came to Xu Tianran's side and respectfully bowed, saying, "Xu Chengye greets Your Highness the Crown Prince."

Xu Tianran patted Xu Chengye on the shoulder: "Why are we being so polite between us?"

Xu Tianran introduced Cheng Ye to Zhou Sichen, saying, "Although Cheng Ye is from a collateral branch, he inherited the Purple Emperor Annihilation Dragon. He is now twenty-one years old and has a soul power of level sixty-five. How about he fights you?"

Zhou Sichen slowly stood up and cupped his hands in a gesture of respect to Xu Chengye: "Of course it's possible."

For Zhou Sichen, it didn't matter who her opponent was; they were all just acting anyway.

Let alone Xu Chengye, even if Zhou Sichen knew that Xu Tianran had many level-nine soul tools, he was confident he could kill him at such close range.

There's simply no need for it.

Seeing that Xu Tianran seemed to genuinely only want to test his abilities, Zhou Sichen granted his wish.

Xu Chengye also cupped his hands in greeting to Zhou Sichen, and then the two of them walked directly to the training platform on the side.

Jing Hongchen naturally acted as the referee to prevent the two from fighting later and causing unnecessary harm.

Looking at Zhou Sichen and Xu Chengye standing opposite each other on the competition stage, Xu Tianran looked at Ju Zi and asked, "Ju Zi, who do you think is stronger between the two of them?"

After hesitating for a moment, Ju Zi analyzed, "Prince Cheng Ye entered the army at the age of fifteen and is now unmatched in cultivation and combat power among his peers."

"Although Zhou Sichen is exceptionally talented and led Shrek Academy to win the previous tournament, I heard from the Red Dust Hall Master that he only recently broke through to the Soul Emperor level."

"Given a certain difference in soul power and the same quality of martial souls, it's really hard to say who is stronger."

"After all, Zhou Sichen is the successor of the Sea God Pavilion Master, so he must have a profound background."

As Xu Tianran listened to the analysis, he looked at Zhou Sichen on the competition stage, who had already released his martial spirit and whose body was covered with six spirit rings—two yellow, one purple, and three black—and couldn't help but raise an eyebrow.

Sensing Zhou Sichen's terrifying soul power fluctuations, Xu Tianran was very surprised: "It's not just that he has a profound foundation. Judging from his soul power fluctuations, his soul power strength is probably no less than that of a Soul Douluo."

Orange asked incredulously, "Your Highness, is this really possible?"

Xu Tianran said dismissively, "The traditional soul masters from the Three Kingdoms of Douluo Continent do indeed have a deeper foundation in soul power than the soul masters of our Sun Moon Empire."

"Given Zhou Sichen's status and position, he would naturally not lack resources, so it is not surprising that he has such a foundation."

After thinking for a moment, Ju Zi said, "Your Highness, since you have already seen that Zhou Sichen has a deep foundation, is there still a need to fight this battle?"

Xu Tianran smiled slightly: "Of course it's necessary. Feelings are just feelings, but only seeing is believing."

As soon as Xu Tianran finished speaking, Xu Chengye released his martial soul, and six soul rings—two yellow, two purple, and two black—rose on his body.

The Purple Emperor Annihilation Dragon is renowned for its destructive attributes, granting Soul Masters extremely powerful offensive capabilities. After releasing his Martial Soul, Xu Chengye launched a direct attack on Zhou Sichen.

Xu Chengye's first, third, and fifth soul rings shone brightly, and purple lightning surged across his entire body, transforming into a purple light that rushed directly towards Zhou Sichen.

Zhou Sichen fought Xu Chengye normally, and his spirit rings shone brightly on his body. For a time, he and Xu Chengye were evenly matched.

Xu Tianran silently observed Zhou Sichen's behavior but did not notice anything amiss.

In his eyes, although Zhou Sichen had a profound foundation, he was still only at the Soul Emperor level.

Even if Xu Chengye's foundation is slightly inferior to Zhou Sichen's, they are both Soul Emperors. Even if he is ultimately no match for Zhou Sichen, he will not be directly defeated.

Watching the two exchange blows, Xu Tianran couldn't help but look at Jing Hongchen: "Sect Master Hongchen, do you think Zhou Sichen has obtained a soul spirit?"

Upon hearing this, Jing Hongchen hesitated for a moment before expressing his thoughts: "The Three Kingdoms of Douluo Continent have kept the Soul Spirit Technique too tightly under wraps. So far, we don't know much about the Soul Spirit Technique."

"But as the successor of the Sea God Pavilion, I think Zhou Sichen should not lack soul spirits. As for whether he is willing to display them, that is not something I can decide."

Xu Tianran nodded upon hearing this: "I remember that the grandson and granddaughter of the Red Dust Hall Master went to Shrek Academy. I wonder if they had a chance to bring back two soul spirits?"

Jing Hongchen replied with a smile, "With Xiao and Meng's talent, breaking through to level 60 before the end of the three-year exchange and study period should not be a problem, but whether they can obtain a soul spirit depends on the specific situation at Shrek Academy."

Xu Tianran thought for a moment and said meaningfully, "The Soul Spirit Technique is of great significance and is very suitable for the Soul Masters of my Sun Moon Empire."

"It seems unlikely that the Master of the Red Dust Hall will give up his research on the Soul Spirit Technique. Currently, the most promising candidates to obtain the Soul Spirit are the Master's grandson and granddaughter."

Jing Hongchen instantly understood: "Your Highness, rest assured, I know what to do."

While the two were chatting, the battle on the training platform had already entered a fierce stage.

The battle ended with Zhou Sichen unleashing a classic Dragon God Douluo technique – the Dragon Emperor's Evil-Slaying Rift.

Xu Chengye stared at Zhou Sichen in horror, as if he were looking at a monster.

Although Zhou Sichen was just playing along, only he knew how terrifying Zhou Sichen was to him.

He had used all his knowledge, but he couldn't even break through Zhou Sichen's defenses.

Although the two seemed to be evenly matched, he was the only one who was actually injured.

Xu Chengye, who had been trained in the army since childhood, was now completely convinced by Zhou Sichen: "Thank you for your guidance, Brother Zhou. I am convinced of my defeat in this battle."

Zhou Sichen smiled slightly: "Luckily, luckily."

Xu Tianran clapped his hands and said, "Student Zhou is exceptionally talented. He truly deserves to be the successor of the Dragon God. In this battle, the Holy Light Dragon far surpasses the Purple Emperor Annihilation Dragon."

Upon hearing this, Xu Chengye immediately knelt on one knee before Xu Tianran: "Your Highness, please forgive me. My strength is insufficient, and I have disgraced the reputation of Zihuang Annihilation Dragon."

Xu Tianran raised his hand to help him up, saying, "Alright, I already said it was just a friendly spar, a temporary victory or defeat, nothing serious. You should go and heal your injuries first."

"Thank you, Your Highness!" Xu Chengye dared not stay any longer, and after bowing, he left immediately.

After Xu Chengye left, Xu Tianran smiled and looked at Zhou Sichen: "Student Zhou is truly gifted. A six-ring Soul Emperor at less than fifteen years old, such talent is probably the greatest in the history of the continent, right?"

Zhou Sichen replied modestly, "Your Highness is too kind; it was just good luck."

Xu Tianran naturally didn't take Zhou Sichen's modesty to heart.

In Xu Tianran's eyes, Zhou Sichen's cultivation at his age was something that could not be fooled by mere luck.
Xu Tianran was just a little disappointed that such a gifted genius could not be put to his use.

Xu Tianran looked helpless: "It seems that the Holy Light Dragon is indeed stronger than the Purple Emperor Annihilation Dragon. No wonder it produced a figure like the Dragon God."

"With Zhou's talent and strength, he will probably become a powerful being like the Dragon God in the future."

Zhou Sichen replied, "Thank you for your kind words, Your Highness. I will try my best."

Seeing that Zhou Sichen also maintained a humble yet assertive demeanor, Xu Tianran didn't say anything more.

Although it was just a simple battle, he had already gained the understanding he wanted from Zhou Sichen.

In his mind, he had only one thought about Zhou Sichen: to get rid of him as soon as possible.

He simply couldn't make a move at this moment, otherwise he wouldn't be chatting and laughing with Zhou Sichen.

In Xu Tianran's eyes, Zhou Sichen's talent and strength meant that he would soon become the next Dragon God Douluo.

Why not deal with this kind of person sooner rather than later? Are we just going to keep him around for the New Year?
After chatting for a few minutes, Xu Tianran sent Zhou Sichen and Jing Hongchen away.

After Zhou Sichen left, Ju Zi couldn't help but ask, "Your Highness, this Zhou Sichen is so talented and is the heir to the Sea God Pavilion. He will surely be a major threat to us in the future."

Xu Tianran looked out the window at the clear sky and couldn't help but smile: "This person is indeed exceptionally talented. Even I am extremely wary of him. If he grows up, he will definitely be our greatest enemy."

Orange no longer had the same romantic mindset she had for grilled fish, and she expressed her thoughts with a hint of chill.

Orange said coldly, "In that case, we absolutely cannot let him go back alive."

Upon hearing this, Xu Tianran felt a renewed urge to test Ju Zi: "What do you think we should do?"

After thinking silently for a while, Ju Zi slowly said, "He naturally has no opportunity while he is studying at the academy. If we were to touch him at this time, it would not only provoke the wrath of that Dragon God Douluo, but also implicate the geniuses who have studied at Shrek Academy in the past."

"So the best opportunity is after the exchange program between the two academies ends, on Zhou Sichen's way back to Shrek Academy."

Xu Tianran nodded: "Tell me in detail."

Orange continued, "Once he leaves the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, any accidents that happen to him afterward will be none of our business."

"Moreover, we don't need to do it ourselves. Your Highness's current cooperation with the Holy Spirit Church makes them your tools. Wouldn't it be better to kill two birds with one stone?"

Xu Tianran chuckled upon hearing this: "Ju Zi, you have indeed grown. This plan is good."

"The Holy Spirit Cult has killed the successor of the Sea God Pavilion Master of Shrek Academy. The conflict between the two sides will definitely intensify further."

Orange continued, "At that time, the Holy Spirit Cult can better become a weapon in Your Highness's hand, used for Your Highness's purposes..."

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