Douluo Continent: A Review of the Top Ten Martial Souls, Qian Renxue Breaks Through Defenses

Chapter 27 Reactions from All Sides, Winning Over Zhu Zhuqing
[Third on the Martial Soul Ranking: Dark Demon Evil God Tiger]

[Holder: Zhu Zhuqing (Tianxing Academy)]

[Evaluation: This soul beast is a variant of the soul beast, possessing unparalleled combat power. A ten-thousand-year-old soul beast can withstand the combined attack of several hundred-thousand-year-old soul beasts. It also possesses the secret technique of the Death Arena, which allows it to rewind time. When it transforms into a human martial soul, its quality surpasses that of a God-King. It evolved from the Netherworld Spirit Cat into the Netherworld White Tiger, ... and then into the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger, and later the Evil God Tiger. It has evolved several times and possesses six extreme attributes: time, space, evil, lightning, wind, and power. Its potential is astonishing.]

[Rewards: Death Arena Secret Technique side effects removed (automatically triggers when facing death), Soul Power level increased by 10 levels, all Soul Rings' age increased by 40,000 years, and one 200,000-year Soul Bone of your choice.]

The golden divine rune, ranked third on the Martial Soul Ranking, exploded like thunder.

The words "Dark Demon Evil God Tiger" and "Zhu Zhuqing (Tianxing Academy)" hang high in the sky.

The six ultimate attributes and the evaluation that surpassed the level of a god-king instantly pushed the shockwaves across the continent to a new peak, with various forces reacting violently and undercurrents surging.

Papal Palace

Bibi Dong was gazing at the golden halo of the list flowing outside the hall, her fingertips surging with purplish-black soul power.

As soon as Zhu Zhuqing's name and martial soul information came into view, the chill around her suddenly surged, the spider phantom behind her flashed by, and fine cracks spread across the papal throne beneath her.

"Zhu Zhuqing, the youngest daughter of the Ghost Duke of the Star Luo Empire... has the Netherworld Cat evolved into this kind of mutant?"

Her voice was icy cold, but her eyes were filled with disbelief.

"Six ultimate attributes, the secret technique of reversing time, just how many secrets does Tianxing Academy hold?"

Hu Liena, Xie Yue, and Yan stood frozen beneath the prince, their faces deathly pale. Hu Liena gripped her skirt tightly, her golden eyes filled with shock.

"Zhu Zhuqing...a person from the Ghost Duke's Mansion? She actually possesses a martial soul that surpasses the God King level?"

Xie Yue gripped the moon blade tightly, his tone tinged with difficulty.

"With such a level of evolution and talent, coupled with the support of Tianxing Academy, her combat power is probably beyond that of ordinary Title Douluo."

Bibi Dong raised her hand to stop the three from whispering, a ruthless determination flashing in her eyes: "Accelerate the plan."

She looked at Hu Liena, her voice carrying an undeniable authority: "Set off immediately to find Tianxing Academy. Not only must we investigate its foundation, but we must also find a way to get close to Zhu Zhuqing."

"If we can't win her over, we can't destroy her either, or we must find out the key to her martial soul evolution, at any cost."

"Remember, you must never offend Tianxing Academy. There is already a god-level combatant there, whom I cannot resist at the moment."

“In addition,” Bibi Dong added, her eyes growing colder.

"Sending messages to the Star Luo secret agents to sow discord between the Ghost Duke's Mansion and the royal family. I want to see if the Star Luo Empire can tolerate a non-royal nobleman who possesses a martial soul surpassing the God King level."

Worship Hall.

The six great retainers, who had just recovered somewhat from the shock of Yunming becoming a god, were once again struck hard by the news of the golden list.

The hall was deathly silent, with only the chaotic fluctuations of soul power quietly spreading outwards.

Azure Phoenix Douluo suddenly stood up, his illusory wings unfolding and then closing, his voice trembling uncontrollably.

"A martial soul surpassing the God-King level? Six ultimate attributes encompassing time and space? Just what kind of monster is this Zhu Zhuqing?!"

The Lion Douluo slammed his fist into a pillar in the palace, sending shards of stone flying.

"The Ghost Duke's Mansion actually harbors such a trump card! In all my years, I have never heard of a soul beast species transforming into such a terrifying martial soul!"

Qianjun Douluo frowned, his eyes filled with solemnity.

"Yun Ming is already a level 100 expert, and Zhu Zhuqing has suddenly appeared out of nowhere. Judging from this reward, she is probably a junior. Both of them came from Tianxing Academy, and the strength of this academy is probably above that of the Spirit Hall."

He turned to look at Qian Daoliu, his voice filled with worry: "Grand Elder, Xue'er, she..."

Qian Daoliu stood in the center of the hall, his eyes fixed on the golden list, his hands unconsciously clenched, his knuckles turning white.

His angelic soul power fluctuated violently, clearly indicating that he was extremely unsettled.

"There is no record of such a heaven-defying martial soul in the Angel God's inheritance."

He took a deep breath, his voice heavy: "Xue'er is facing two adversaries who can overturn the continent's格局 (geju, a concept encompassing overall situation, overall structure, and overall dynamics).

"Pass down the order," Qian Daoliu said, his authoritative voice resounding throughout the hall. "Spread out all your spies to locate Tianxing Academy, and at the same time keep a close eye on the movements of the Xingluo Empire. Zhu Zhuqing's identity is special, and the conflict between the Ghost Duke's Mansion and the royal family, due to that distorted marriage, has long been irreconcilable. She may be the only breakthrough."

He paused, then added, "Unless you are absolutely certain, you must not clash with Tianxing Academy. Otherwise, don't blame me for being ruthless."

The Star Luo Empire, Royal Palace.

The Star Luo Emperor's hand holding the memorial suddenly froze. His gaze was fixed on the golden list in the air, his expression complex and unreadable, showing shock, fear, and a hint of barely perceptible suspicion.

"Zhu Zhuqing from the Ghost Duke's Mansion, wasn't that girl taken away by a mysterious powerhouse six years ago right after she awakened her martial soul?"

The emperor murmured the name, his voice hoarse.

"The Netherworld Cat evolved into the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger, surpassing the God King level Martial Soul... This girl was hiding her true abilities so well."

The prince and his ministers were in an uproar: "Your Majesty, with Zhu Zhuqing wielding such power, the Ghost Duke's mansion's influence is likely far greater than anticipated!"

"A noble of a different surname possessing such extraordinary strength is definitely not a good thing for the royal family!" "Why not take advantage of her being at Tianxing Academy and secretly eliminate her to prevent future troubles!"

"shut up!"

Emperor Xingluo sternly rebuked these ministers, saying they were truly senile; the powerful figure who had just been listed was already level 100.

With him in charge, who on the mainland could kill someone under his nose?
"Get rid of her? How could Tianxing Academy sit idly by? With her current strength, anyone they send will never return."

"Issue the decree," the emperor's eyes flashed with determination, "to confer upon the Grand Duke of Youming the title of 'Star Luo Guardian War God,' bestow upon him one million gold soul coins and one hundred soul guides, and immediately dispatch an envoy to investigate the location of Tianxing Academy, and to ensure an alliance is formed."

He looked at the Prime Minister and added, "Closely monitor the movements of the Ghost Duke's Mansion, and report any unusual activity immediately."

"Your Majesty is wise!"

The Grand Prince's Mansion.

Davis was discussing matters with Zhu Zhuyun when the divine runes of the Golden List and the faint pressure pierced through the mansion. The two looked up at the same time, their expressions changing drastically.

When the words "Zhu Zhuqing" and "surpassing the God King level martial soul" clearly came into view, Davis clenched his fists tightly, his eyes filled with jealousy and malice.

"Zhu Zhuqing! She actually..."

Davis gritted his teeth, his tone filled with resentment.

"He was clearly the second son's fiancée, abandoned by his family, and just an ordinary Netherworld Cat. How could he gain the favor of the Heavenly Path Academy and possess such a heaven-defying martial soul!"

He had always considered himself the number one young talent in Xingluo, never regarding Dai Mubai as his only rival, nor taking Zhu Zhuqing seriously. Now, however, her achievements had delivered a harsh slap in the face to him.

Zhu Zhuyun stood to the side, her face ashen, her hands twisting her sleeves tightly, her eyes filled with resentment and madness.

She is Zhu Zhuqing's older sister, and she considers herself far superior to her younger sister in both talent and status.

But now, Zhu Zhuqing has suddenly become a top powerhouse on the continent with a martial soul that surpasses even the God King level.

"Impossible! This is absolutely impossible!"

Zhu Zhuyun's voice was sharp, filled with an incredulous scream. She understood the consequences of Zhu Zhuqing being on the list.

I and Davis will probably be killed by his own hands in the future.

Davis took a deep breath, suppressing his jealousy, a ruthless glint flashing in his eyes.

“Zhu Yun, now is not the time to be resentful.”

He looked at Zhu Zhuyun, his tone icy, "Zhu Zhuqing's current strength is beyond our ability to contend with, but her existence undoubtedly threatens my succession to the throne."

"With a younger sister possessing a martial soul surpassing that of a God King, Dai Mubai might gain the support of the Ghost Duke's Mansion because of this."

"Then what do we do?"

A flicker of panic crossed Zhu Zhuyun's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by ruthlessness. "We can't let her get away with this! We're going to destroy her!"

"Are you crazy? Tianxing Academy has a god-level expert overseeing it. Don't mention this matter again."

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