Douluo Unrivaled: The Beginning Materializes the Black Abyss and White Flowers

Chapter 385 Angel Goddess Qian Renxue
Another world? Ten thousand years later? The Lu Jingming before him, and his extraordinary companions, were actually travelers from another world.

Those suddenly appearing powerful individuals are also from other worlds.

"Wait, you just said... Shrek Academy?"

Huo Wu suddenly stood up from her seat, her beautiful eyes wide with shock, and her voice involuntarily rose eight octaves.

"Is this the Shrek Academy I'm thinking of? The one... with only a few teachers, dilapidated school buildings, and a Shrek Academy that looks shabby even when participating in the Soul Master Competition?"

She repeated the words incredulously, as if trying to chew them up and swallow them, yet still struggling to digest their meaning.

"Yet you say that ten thousand years from now... it will be the number one academy on the continent?"

Although the previous All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Elite Tournament was forced to be suspended due to Lu Jingming's intervention, Huo Wu was naturally aware of Shrek Academy's reputation.

Knowing this makes it even more unimaginable that the seemingly insignificant, even somewhat dilapidated, academy could not only survive the long river of time but also grow into a behemoth standing at the top of the continent.

Feng Xiaotian and Shui Bing'er also came to their senses at this moment, their faces filled with disbelief.

Feng Xiaotian's usual carefree smile had vanished, replaced by deep contemplation.

A surge of emotion welled up in Shui Bing'er's icy blue eyes, and her slender fingers unconsciously tightened, gripping the armrest of the chair.

A legacy spanning millennia, the premier university on the mainland.

Behind these few simple words lies a foundation, glory, and resilience that are enough to make any Soul Master family or any powerful force yearn for them, while also feeling a sense of inexplicable awe.

Even a powerful organization like the Spirit Hall, which is currently at its peak, has only been established for a few thousand years. Who dares to say that it can maintain its glory for ten thousand years?

Shrek Academy, that seemingly unremarkable academy, actually did it.

Lu Jingming watched the fascinating expressions on the three faces, a barely perceptible smile flashing across his eyes.

He even thought with a wicked sense of humor that if he told them that in the original historical timeline, their statues would stand in Shrek Academy Square ten thousand years later, revered by future generations of students, he wondered what kind of sensation that would cause.

However, considering that Shrek Academy has been destroyed ten thousand years later, and those statues are probably... he suppressed the thought, as it was pointless to mention it now.

"Therefore, the Spirit Hall's meticulously planned Soul Hunting Operation suffered repeated setbacks, allowing the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan to be preserved, and enabling the Heaven Dou Empire to retain a glimmer of hope even as it was on the verge of collapse."

Huo Wu murmured to herself, trying to sort out the chaotic clues, and finally came to a conclusion that even she found bewildering.

"The root of all these variables is... the intervention of Shrek Academy in a parallel world ten thousand years in the future?"

This conclusion is so bizarre, yet it logically explains all the anomalies perfectly.

Feng Xiaotian took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing the turmoil in his heart. As the most composed of the three, he grasped the key to the problem and looked sharply at Lu Jingming.

"Brother Lu, you are telling us such a shocking truth not on a whim. May I ask why?"

He believed that Lu Jingming's move must have a deeper meaning.

Lu Jingming gave Feng Xiaotian an appreciative look, his expression turning calm and serious.

"The reason is simple: the spacetime barrier connecting the two worlds has been greatly weakened due to certain changes. The appearance of Xuanzi and the others is just the beginning, not the end."

His gaze swept over Shui Bing'er, Huo Wu, and Feng Xiaotian, and he said in a steady tone:
"The intersection of the two parallel worlds will become more and more frequent and deeper. There is no need to continue to hide the truth from you. On the contrary, it may put you in a passive position in future changes."

He paused, allowing the three of them to process the weight of his words.

He knew very well that the spacetime passage in Mingdu was stable. Although the Sun Moon Empire was currently preoccupied with internal integration and war preparations, exploring the world on the other side of the passage was only a matter of time for them.

At that time, knowledge, technology, power, and even conflicts from that world will continuously flow into this world.

“Since you have chosen to follow me and join the Jade Pavilion, you are people I, Lu Jingming, approve of.”

Lu Jingming said calmly, "I hope you can know all this in advance and be fully prepared. This is not just a crisis, but also an unprecedented opportunity."

His eyes gleamed.

"In this great trend sweeping across two worlds, those who are complacent and refuse to change will be eliminated, while those who can see the direction clearly and dare to embrace change will ride the waves."

"I hope you can seize this opportunity and use the resources and experiences brought by this cross-time and space to continuously improve yourselves. In the future, Haiyuan City needs strong individuals who can stand alone and pillars who can support the new order. And you have that potential."

"Haiyuan City...?"

Feng Xiaotian repeated the unfamiliar name in a low voice, a hint of understanding flashing in his deep eyes.

He took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing the immense shock he had just received from hearing about parallel worlds. Reason quickly returned, and he asked in a deep voice:
"Brother Lu, is this the name of the faction you truly belong to?"

"good."

Lu Jingming smiled, his gaze sweeping over the three young Soul Masters before him.
"From the moment you decided to join the Jade Pavilion, your fate has been intertwined with that of Haiyuan City. You could say that you have long been a member of Haiyuan City, but only today do you truly learn the name of this city."

His words were calm, yet carried a peculiar weight.

Of the three, Shui Bing'er was the first to completely calm down.

The turmoil in her icy blue eyes gradually subsided, and her usual clarity and wisdom returned.

As the strongest, most talented, and most likely to become a leader among the three, she quickly reassessed the situation.

Alicia's private guidance not only improved her skills but also broadened her horizons.

She nodded slightly, her voice clear and firm:
“I understand, Young Master Lu. Please rest assured, since we are under the protection of Haiyuan City and enjoy its resources, we will do our best to live up to your expectations and cultivation.”

Her thoughts flowed quickly and clearly.

In this tumultuous upheaval of changes on the continent and the personal involvement of god-level powerhouses, the academies and families behind them were originally like a small boat in a stormy sea, their fate uncertain.

However, reality provided the best answer—even Qian Renxue, who had become a deity, chose to respect and even yield when facing the Qunyu Pavilion and its related forces connected to Lu Jingming.

The change of ownership of Tianshui City, but the status of Tianshui Academy and even the Shui family remained unchanged, which in itself is a silent proof.

Even the gods have to give him face.

This realization completely calmed Shui Bing'er's heart.

Following Lu Jingming is not only the wisest choice at present, but also the only way to a wider world.

Moreover, looking back, the benefits they have gained since cooperating with the Jade Pavilion have been tangible and revolutionary. Those powerful soul tools, rare and precious soul bones that are hard to come by, and holy marks that can replace soul beasts... these resources have not only nourished their personal growth, but also brought about a qualitative leap in the foundation of the entire family.

The elders in the family who had been stuck at a bottleneck for many years even saw a glimmer of hope for breaking through to the Title Douluo realm.

All of this was brought about by Lu Jingming, who is standing right in front of us.

With such a great favor to be recognized and supported, coupled with the strength to entrust the future to them, what is there to hesitate about?
Huo Wu and Feng Xiaotian exchanged a glance and saw the same determination in each other's eyes.

Although Huo Wu has a fiery and straightforward personality, she is not unreasonable. With huge benefits and a clear future in front of her, she naturally knows how to make choices.

Feng Xiaotian, being very perceptive, immediately understood the key to the matter.

To follow a powerful being who can transcend time and space and who even the gods fear is itself an immense opportunity.

"Brother Lu, rest assured, we will do our best."

The two made a solemn promise almost in unison.

At this moment, they were no longer just genius students of the academy or the future hope of their families, but also members of Haiyuan City.

Lu Jingming looked at the three young people in front of him who quickly adjusted their mindset and their eyes became firm, and nodded in satisfaction.

Turbulent times produce heroes, and the stage he could provide was far broader than anyone in this era could imagine.

He took them under his wing, providing them with resources and protection, hoping that they could quickly grow into the pillars of society he needed, capable of standing on their own, in this wave that transcends time and space.

"very good."

Lu Jingming's voice carried a hint of encouragement.

"Remember the choice you made today. The future of Haiyuan City depends on your strength, and your names will be remembered for eternity because of Haiyuan City."

Shortly after Lu Jingming revealed the truth of the world to Shui Bing'er and the others, a sacred and majestic aura descended upon Tianshui City without warning, heading directly towards Qunyu Pavilion without any concealment.

Everyone in the pavilion sensed something. Gu Yuena was about to get up when Lu Jingming waved his hand and said with a smile, "It's alright, an old friend has arrived."

Before he could finish speaking, the door to the reception room was gently pushed open.

A stunningly beautiful figure was bathed in the soft light streaming in from the window. Her golden hair cascaded down her back, her eyes shone like stars, and she exuded an indescribable nobility and majesty. It was none other than Qian Renxue, who had become the God of Angels.

She had clearly arrived in a hurry, not even fully concealing her divine attire. The faint pressure emanating from her divine power caused Shui Bing'er and the others to feel a sudden tremor in their hearts, and they quickly rose to pay their respects.

Qian Renxue's gaze swept over everyone and landed directly on Lu Jingming in the main seat. In her eyes, which were filled with a sacred light, a complex emotion flashed by—expectation and joy.

She had been waiting for him to return, and the informants she had planted in Tianshui City finally brought her the most definite news of him.

"Brother Lu."

Qian Renxue's voice was still melodious, but it had an ethereal and distant quality that was more divine than before. However, this distance was noticeably lessened when she was facing Lu Jingming.

"You are finally back."

Lu Jingming observed his old friend, whose demeanor had drastically changed, with great interest. A mocking smile appeared on his face. He didn't stand up, but instead teased him in a familiar tone:
"Oh dear, this is truly... It's only been three days since we last met, so one should look at you with new eyes. Since our last meeting, Brother Xue has become an angel. But I wonder how I should address you now? Should I continue to call you Brother Xue, or should I address you as Miss Xue, or perhaps... a more respectful title befitting your current status?"

He deliberately emphasized the words "Brother Xue," his eyes filled with a mischievous smile, clearly reminding them that when they first met, Qian Renxue was still the gentle and refined Crown Prince Xue Qinghe, who treated scholars with respect.

Upon hearing this, a barely perceptible blush quickly crossed Qian Renxue's fair cheeks, but it was soon replaced by helplessness and a hint of reproach.

She naturally understood the teasing tone in Lu Jingming's words. If anyone else had dared to mention her past of disguising her identity in such a way, they would have already incurred divine wrath.

But when facing Lu Jingming, she couldn't feel the slightest anger; instead, she felt a long-lost sense of ease.

In front of this person, she seemed to no longer need to maintain the perfect mask of an angel.

"Brother Lu!"

She frowned slightly, interrupting Lu Jingming's teasing with a hint of annoyance.

"Call me whatever you want, anyway... you've never really been bothered by these formalities."

Although Qian Renxue had become a god, she still couldn't see through Lu Jingming. Given her previous goodwill towards him, she didn't approach Lu Jingming as a deity.

In her heart, Lu Jingming was one of the very few people who could make her lower her guard and face him with a relatively true self.

Shui Bing'er, Huo Wu, and Feng Xiaotian held their breath, but their hearts were in turmoil.

They witnessed a deity reveal such a... almost human side in front of Lu Jingming.

Lu Jingming not only dared to tease God, but this Angel God actually didn't mind at all.

This further confirms their previous judgment—following Lu Jingming was absolutely the right choice.

Lu Jingming knew when to stop and laughed loudly: "Just kidding, Xue... I'll still call you Sister Xue. Congratulations on becoming the Goddess of Angels, thus transcending the mortal realm."

His tone became more sincere.

Upon hearing Lu Jingming's sincere congratulations, Qian Renxue's beautiful face showed no joy, but instead was shrouded in an inescapable gloom.

A bitter smile curved her lips, and her eyes, which once held a sacred golden light, dimmed slightly.

"Congratulations?"

She repeated the sentence in a low voice, her voice trembling slightly.

"Brother Lu, the price for this divine position is too high."

She seemed to have finally found someone to confide in, no longer maintaining that aloof, divine deity-like attitude; her tone revealed weariness and sorrow.
"I have lost too much for the sake of this legacy of the angel god."

Qian Renxue's expression darkened, and sadness appeared in her eyes. Her grandfather, who had given her the most love and support since childhood, had resolutely sacrificed himself for her path to godhood. This was the deepest pain in her heart.

Even if she was unwilling, in order to fight against the ever-growing negative energy body, to restrain Bibi Dong, and even more so for the Spirit Hall, she had to become the Angel God.

Only by becoming a god can she stop Bibi Dong, who has become the Rakshasa God, from doing evil and harming the Douluo Continent. Only by becoming a god can she clear away the ever-increasing negative energy points.

(End of this chapter)