Douluo: The Peerless King of Beast Tamers

Chapter 332 The Improvement of Ye Guyi and the Three Women
Under the bright sunshine, the glazed tiles of the palace gleamed with a golden light in the dim sunlight.

Zhou Sichen, having left the palace with Tong Jing Hongchen, walked with steady steps, but his heart was filled with contemplation.

Summoned to the palace, all that was supposed to be a simple sparring match, Xu Tianran easily let him leave.

They only had one fight, and Xu Tianran just let him go so easily?
Isn't this a bit too simple?

Although he relied on his superb acting skills and didn't reveal too much of his true abilities during the competition,

But if Xu Tianran only wanted to watch a fight, why would he go to the trouble of summoning himself to the palace?

In the solemn imperial palace, such a summons could not possibly be conducted so hastily.

If the goal is simply to surpass the power of the Purple Emperor Annihilation Dragon and the Holy Light Dragon, why go through all that trouble?

Zhou Sichen stood on the long street outside the palace, gazing at the distant, dimly lit city, a myriad of thoughts surging through his mind.

After a long while, his gaze gradually sharpened and calmed, as if he had caught a clue in the fog.

Either Xu Tianran doesn't take himself seriously at all, or he thinks he's nothing to be afraid of.

Alternatively, they may have become extremely self-conscious and are secretly plotting how to completely eliminate themselves.

Given Xu Tianran's consistently ruthless methods and deep cunning, the possibility of him underestimating himself is extremely slim.

Therefore, there is only one answer left.

The other party has already decided to kill me!
That's why Xu Tianran pretended to be indifferent on the surface, using this illusion to lull himself into a false sense of security and find an opportunity to strike a fatal blow.

Seeing Zhou Sichen remain silent and with a serious expression, Jing Hongchen couldn't help but laugh and say, "What's wrong? You're not happy even though you won?"

The smile held a hint of concern, but also a touch of doubt.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Sichen shook his head with a wry smile, his tone full of helplessness: "I thought there would be some severe test today, but I didn't expect it to end so easily."

Jing Hongchen certainly understood the deeper meaning in Zhou Sichen's words. In fact, he himself was also full of doubts and did not expect the meeting to end so hastily.

He said in a low voice, "I didn't expect what happened today either, but since His Highness the Crown Prince has no other plans, you don't need to worry about it too much."

Although the words were meant to comfort, a hint of insecurity was also evident in the tone.

Zhou Sichen looked at Jing Hongchen, her eyes sharp: "Dean, do you think I look like a fool?"

Jing Hongchen raised an eyebrow, a hint of surprise flashing in her eyes: "What do you mean?"

Zhou Sichen's smile vanished, replaced by a serious and cold expression: "This Crown Prince seems indifferent to me, but I'm afraid he's already plotting how to make sure I can never return to Shrek Academy, isn't he?"

"?" Upon hearing this, Jing Hongchen stopped abruptly, her face filled with shock: "Sichen, don't overthink it, His Highness the Crown Prince didn't mean that."

Zhou Sichen remained unmoved, her tone still indifferent: "I only trust my own judgment, Dean. Now that we're friends, what would you do if you were in my shoes?"

Upon hearing this, Jing Hongchen fell silent.

He looked around, then grabbed Zhou Sichen's arm and strode towards the college.

Zhou Sichen followed silently, not uttering a word the whole way, but constantly thinking of a solution in his mind.

When they returned to Jing Hongchen's office, the atmosphere inside remained heavy.

After sitting down, Jing Hongchen slowly said, "These are all just your guesses. I have tried my best to cover for you over the past year. His Highness the Crown Prince's summons to you this time is just a normal inspection."

He tried to reassure Zhou Sichen in a calm tone: "Don't worry too much. As long as you're in the academy, I will definitely ensure your safety."

Zhou Sichen sat calmly opposite Jing Hongchen, listening quietly to what the other party had to say, and then nodded silently: "I naturally believe what the Dean says, but this Crown Prince is too scheming, so it's best if we don't meet again in the future."

Jing Hongchen hesitated for a moment, a troubled look on his face: "I can't make decisions about His Highness the Crown Prince, but I can guarantee your safety. After all, Xiao and Meng are still at Shrek Academy."

He tried to reassure Zhou Sichen by mentioning that his grandchildren were at Shrek Academy.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Sichen smiled slightly, a bitter smile in her eyes: "Alright, since the dean has said so, what else can I do?"

Seeing this, Jing Hongchen smiled as well, trying to ease the tense atmosphere: "I will try my best to mediate with His Highness the Crown Prince and won't put you in a difficult position."

Zhou Sichen nodded, stood up to say goodbye, and said, "Dean, I have other matters to attend to, so I'll be leaving now."

After Zhou Sichen left, Jing Hongchen sat alone in the office, her brows furrowed, and began to think seriously.

He had originally thought that the Crown Prince's summons to Zhou Sichen would lead to a fierce confrontation or an important test, but it ended so abruptly, which was truly puzzling.

Could it be true, as Zhou Sichen said, that His Highness the Crown Prince has already decided to kill him?
But upon closer reflection, what was the motivation?

Is it solely due to Zhou Sichen's talent?
But their grandchildren are still at Shrek Academy, and if they make a move against Zhou Sichen, it's hard to guarantee that Shrek Academy won't take their anger out on them.

With His Highness's strategic acumen, he shouldn't do something so irrational.

After pondering alone for a long time, Jing Hongchen still couldn't come up with a definite answer.

Finally, he decided to stop thinking about it so much and focus on stabilizing Zhou Sichen.

After all, he had his own plans.

What he needs to do now is to try his best to appease Zhou Sichen so that when his grandson and granddaughter break through to the sixth ring, he can find a way to get Shrek Academy to give each of them a soul spirit.

With the existence of Soul Spirits, the Sun Moon Empire gained a new direction and breakthrough in its research on the combination of Soul Guidance Devices and Soul Spirits.

Surely the Sun Moon Empire can't do what the Douluo Continent can research?
He secretly vowed to win this glory for the Sun Moon Empire, but before that, he had to appease Zhou Sichen, this variable.

……

Zhou Sichen stepped out of Jing Hongchen's office without stopping, and walked firmly toward Xuan Ziwen's laboratory.

He was completely unaware of, and did not care about, the intricate schemes in Jing Hongchen's mind.

In Zhou Sichen's view, neither Xu Tianran's scheming nor Jing Hongchen's machinations could shake him in the slightest. At this moment, Zhou Sichen was no longer the ordinary student who had just arrived to learn soul tool technology and steal Mingde Hall's secrets.

With his current power, if he were to truly decide to assassinate someone, neither the cunning Xu Tianran nor the dean of the academy, Jing Hongchen, would necessarily be able to save their lives under his ruthless methods.

But his decision to remain in the turbulent Sun and Moon Empire was driven by far more profound considerations.

That is restraint.

Zhou Sichen knew that in the current situation, the development of the Sun Moon Empire had a crucial impact on the balance of the entire continent.

What he had to do was become an obstacle in the path of the Sun Moon Empire's development.

Through the [Soul Talisman Forbidden Spell], he gained control of Nangong Wan, turning the Xishui Alliance into his eyes and eyes throughout the Sun Moon Empire and a black glove for carrying out covert missions.

These hidden forces, like a fine net, quietly monitor the empire's every move, ready to deliver a precise strike at any critical moment.

Nowadays, Zhou Sichen routinely shuttles between the academy's classrooms and laboratories every day, seemingly focused on learning and cultivation, but in fact, he has already delved into the underground forces of Mingdu with Zhang Lexuan.

On the surface, he was discussing technical problems with Xuan Ziwen, but in reality, he was secretly analyzing the research direction of Mingde Hall and looking for the key point that could delay the empire's technological breakthrough.

In his spare time, he would also exchange artistic conceptions with Ji Juechen, gradually taking this exceptionally talented sword fanatic under his wing through repeated fierce exchanges.

Ji Juechen, this young man with unique swordsmanship talent, is like an uncarved piece of jade in Zhou Sichen's eyes.

He firmly believes that with careful nurturing, Ji Juechen will surely grow into a great person in the future.

Zhou Sichen's most powerful bargaining chip was the rare and precious soul spirit.

He had already planned that when the time was right, he would select a powerful soul spirit with a very high compatibility for both Ji Juechen and Jing Ziyan.

In a time when soul resources are extremely scarce, this generous gift is enough to move the two of them and make them willingly follow him to the Spirit Pagoda.

Watching Ji Juechen make continuous breakthroughs in swordsmanship, his thoughts would even drift towards the realm of gods.

He couldn't help but wonder if a powerful being like the Sword God also existed in that mysterious place where gods gathered.
If Ji Juechen were to inherit the legacy of the Sword God and grow stronger, would he be able to stir up waves in the Douluo Continent and even the God Realm?
……

Time flies like an arrow, and three months passed quietly as Zhou Sichen studied methodically and secretly planned.

It happened to be a weekend, and he went to the market as usual to buy materials for making soul tools.

The auction hall was bustling with people. Zhou Sichen's eyes swept over the dazzling array of metal ores and rare materials. He repeatedly checked the list in his hand to make sure that no key components were missing.

Just as he was about to finish purchasing, the specially made soul tool he kept close to his body suddenly began to vibrate slightly.

This soul tool had been silent until now, and its sudden movement caused Zhou Sichen's pupils to shrink and his heart to beat faster.

This was the communication tool he had agreed upon with Ye Guyi and the others; they could only contact each other through the soul tool when they were within a hundred kilometers of him.

The current upheaval undoubtedly signifies that Ye Guyi and her group have ended their trip to Sanyuan Island and have received important news.

Suppressing his excitement, Zhou Sichen quickly completed the remaining purchases and properly arranged the materials. Then, following the information sent by Ye Guyi, he headed towards an inconspicuous tavern on the outskirts of the city.

The tavern is located at the intersection of two streets. Its exterior is quaint and old, and the wine flag hanging at the door sways gently in the breeze. It is easy to miss unless you are looking for it.

Pushing open the wooden door of the tavern, a faint aroma of alcohol and the smell of cooking wafted out.

Zhou Sichen walked through the slightly dim lobby and, guided by the waiter, arrived at a private room on the second floor.

He pushed open the door. Inside the private room, soft light shone on the wooden table, where Ye Guyi, Ma Xiaotao, and Ling Luochen were already seated.

The three of them had undergone a dramatic change in temperament compared to three months ago. They exuded a powerful yet restrained aura, like a sword drawn from its sheath. Although they had not yet revealed their sharpness, they still gave off a formidable pressure.

"It seems you've gained a lot from this trip to Sanyuan Island." Zhou Sichen's lips curled up, revealing a gratified smile.

His gaze swept over the three women one by one, keenly noticing the changes in them.

Ye Guyi stood up first, a rare hint of excitement appearing on her usually cold face: "Si Chen, this time we owe a great debt to your suggestion."

"I am now an eight-ring Soul Douluo. Senior Kizaru has become my Soul Spirit, which not only gave my Soul Power a qualitative leap, but also endowed me with new and powerful skills."

Ma Xiaotao slapped the table loudly, her hearty laughter echoing in the private room: "Haha, me too! Senior Chixing was initially unconvinced by me, but he was completely won over by my Fire Phoenix. Now it's willing to adventure with me. Let's see who dares to look down on me in the future!"

She raised her hand, and a wisp of flame unconsciously released wisps of heat, instantly raising the temperature of the entire private room as if it were in a sea of ​​fire.

Although Ling Luochen was usually aloof, his eyes were now shining with excitement: "Although I only have seven rings, thanks to the Soul Spirit Technique and the Wisdom Soul Ring Method you taught me, Senior Qingzhang sealed a portion of his power, which became my Soul Spirit."

"Now my ultimate ice has been greatly enhanced, and I can even fight against a titled Douluo."

As soon as she finished speaking, she gently raised her hand, and a chill spread across the tabletop, instantly condensing into a layer of crystal-clear frost.

Zhou Sichen listened attentively to the three women's stories, his heart filled with joy.

He knew that gaining the approval of the three ferocious beast seniors on Sanyuan Island would be no easy task; it would require not only great strength but also extraordinary wisdom and courage.

Now, the three women have gained the recognition of the three ferocious beasts of Sanyuan Island. They have not only obtained precious 100,000-year soul rings and soul bones, but also have the power boost from the soul spirits of the ferocious beasts. This is undoubtedly a transformative metamorphosis.

With their respective ultimate martial souls, Ye Guyi and Ma Xiaotao, both eight-ring Soul Douluos, are able to firmly suppress their opponents, who are below the level of Super Douluo, thanks to their current powerful foundation and strength.

With the help of Senior Qing Zhang, Ling Luochen, who possesses seven rings, has further enhanced the power of his ultimate ice technique. When facing ordinary titled Douluo, he can fight them to a standstill with his clever tactics and powerful control.

This newly emerging powerful force is not only an improvement in the three women's own strength, but also a crucial trump card in Zhou Sichen's hands.

Zhou Sichen couldn't help but praise, "That's right, you've all made great gains, that's excellent."

Ye Guyi said with a smile, "We're here to help you. Although you're stronger than us, you're in the open while we're in the shadows. With our current strength, we can already share your burdens."

Zhou Sichen was touched and said with a smile, "That's perfect, I do have something I need your help with."

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