Douluo Continent: I teach and nurture students at Tianshui Academy!

"Shengge, how are you feeling? Is there anything wrong with your body?"

"No need to worry, that was just the Vast Ocean Universe Cover recognizing its master. As for whether my body is alright, you can check on me yourself tonight."

Seeing the concerned and beautiful hospital director, Gu Shenge told her not to worry. If she was really worried, there would be plenty of time for her to check on her that night.

Upon hearing this, Leng Qishuang's beautiful face flushed slightly, and she nodded.

Sitting back in his executive chair, Gu Shenge patted his thigh lightly. The beautiful female dean obediently stuck out her plump buttocks and sat on his lap, where he held her in his arms, enjoying the warm embrace that felt like the morning sun.

In Gu Shenge's mind, the system's notification sounded again.

[Ding~ A new system task has been triggered. Please check it.]

"Another new mission, could it be..."

Gently stroking Leng Qishuang's full and voluptuous body, he looked at the Vast Ocean Universe Cover floating in front of him. This new mission must be related to it, or rather, to the Sea God.

Open the system panel, and new tasks will appear.

[Quest Name: Sea God's Legacy]

[Task Content: The Heart of the Sea God has recognized its master. The host can choose to participate in the Nine Trials of the Sea God, either independently or by training a Soul Master, to inherit the Sea God's divine position.]

[Task Rewards: One Heavenly-level lottery draw, and one copy of the Origin of Ocean Laws.]

"This reward is really generous."

A single draw at the Heavenly level, and a copy of the Origin of the Ocean Law—it would be a lie to say Gu Shenge wasn't tempted.

"It's just about training a successor to the Sea God, right? He did it."

As for why he didn't inherit the position of the Sea God himself, Gu Shenge had a grander ideal: he wanted to collect faith and become a god like the Sea God and the Angel God!

Moreover, he was determined to obtain the Origin of Ocean Laws among the rewards, as it was the foundation for the ocean and the life of sea creatures.

After carefully storing the Vast Ocean Universe Cover, Gu Shenge was in a great mood. Looking at the mature and voluptuous beauty of the dean in his arms, he was tempted and directly lowered his head to kiss her warm lips painted with light blue lipstick. Leng Qishuang's phoenix eyes widened instantly, revealing a hint of shyness. However, she did not resist, but instead cooperated with him and became entangled in a tender embrace.

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Meanwhile, after Prince Xuexing returned to Tiandou City, he reported the events that had occurred at Tianshui Academy to Emperor Xueye.

On that day, an announcement about Gu Shenge's background and his conferment of the title of Prince of Tiandou was issued from the Tiandou Imperial Palace, spreading throughout the Tiandou Empire and even the entire continent.

Neither the Spirit Hall nor any other empire or kingdom expected that the renowned Haoyang Douluo was actually the long-lost eldest prince of the Heaven Dou royal family. Does this announcement indirectly tell the world that Haoyang Douluo has returned to the Heaven Dou royal family?

According to the historical records of the Heavenly Dou Empire.

[Douluo Calendar, 2641, October 3rd]

Xue Shi Qingfeng was exceptionally talented and virtuous. At the young age of twenty-three, he reached the level of a Title Douluo. He won the Emperor's favor and was bestowed with the national treasure, the Vast Ocean Universe Cover. He was also granted the title of King, Haoyang, and his territory included Lanjiang City and the surrounding hundred miles.

Thus, Lanjiang City became the territory of the Haoyang Gu family for generations.

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(Bibi Dong: You're cheating on me, aren't you! Just you wait! I'll break your third leg!)

Chapter 54: Xiao Wu, who seems to have been reborn?

October 4th was a sunny and clear day, perfect for going out.

"We've finally arrived."

Outside Tianshui Academy, a girl with bunny ears wearing a pink dress stood in front of the azure academy gate, looking up at the academy's name on the gate. Her delicate, slightly childlike face was adorned with a sweet smile, as if she had eaten honey, and she was very happy, speaking with a grin.

"Hehe~ Uncle Di Zhao, Xiao Wu is here."

Not long after the bunny-eared girl entered, another cold-looking girl with cat ears, dressed in a black and purple leather jacket, appeared at the academy gate. The girl looked up at the academy's name and walked into the academy with elegant cat-like steps.

After that, more and more girls who wanted to join the Tianshui Elite Class and their parents entered the academy.

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On the east side of the playground of Tianshui College, girls in blue college uniforms come and go. They are beautiful, youthful and charming. The well-fitting school uniforms look beautiful and delicate on their well-developed young bodies. Large swathes of their fair legs flash by, dazzling in the sunlight and very eye-catching. The air is filled with the fragrance of the girls, which is refreshing.

The girls passing by the playground would occasionally glance at the center of the playground, their eyes landing on a handsome young man sitting back in a chair, their gazes filled with awe and a hint of pride.

Other academies might have Soul Douluo at most, but Tianshui Academy has a Title Douluo powerhouse!

Enjoying the warm sunshine and feeling the gazes from all directions, Gu Shenge looked at the passing students and gave them a gentle smile on his handsome face. The students felt flattered and some were even a little dazed by his smile.

Haoyang Douluo actually smiled at them!

This was completely different from the rumors they had heard about Title Douluo.

Rumor has it that those titled Douluo are all capricious and ruthless killers, especially the Poison Douluo, who once single-handedly poisoned an entire city.

Unexpectedly, their academy's Haoyang Douluo was not only young and handsome, but also so gentle, and he would even smile at them. They felt like they were falling for him!

Gu Shenge watched as the students stopped in their tracks because of her smile, and unconsciously touched her own face, thinking how charming she really was.

He was there simply to wait for students to register for the elite class. To join the elite class, one had to pass his interview.

The news has been out for two days, and it's time for people to sign up. Gu Shenge is quite confident in her reputation.

"Excuse me, is this the registration point for the Tianshui Elite Class?"

A sweet and playful voice rang in his ears. Gu Shenge turned his head and looked at the bunny-eared girl in front of him, wearing a pink dress, and carefully examined her.

The girl wore pink bunny ears, her features were delicate and pretty, still showing signs of immaturity. Her big, watery pink eyes paired with her slightly round face made her sweet and cute, with a touch of coquettishness. Her fair skin revealed a hint of pink, making her incredibly delicate. Her silky black hair was styled into a scorpion braid that reached straight down to her calves.

A pink dress tightly hugged her well-developed body, highlighting her slender waist, long and straight legs clad in pink and white stockings, and pink leather shoes. The dress had no overly elaborate decorations, giving the impression of someone from an ordinary family.

Ok? !

After scrutinizing the girl with pink bunny ears, a hint of surprise flashed in Gu Shenge's eyes. Was she Xiao Wu? No, shouldn't Xiao Wu be with Tang San? How could she be at Tianshui Academy?

Doesn't she, a 100,000-year-old soul beast, dare to appear in front of him, a titled Douluo? Isn't she afraid that he will see through her true form?

Suppressing his doubts, he nodded, his voice gentle, with a hint of inquiry.

"This is the registration point for the Tianshui Elite Class. Little rabbit, are you here to register?"

Hearing Gu Shenge call her "little rabbit," Xiao Wu's delicate face flushed slightly, and she nodded.

"Yes, my name is Xiao Wu, the 'Wu' in 'dancing'. I have full innate soul power, my martial soul is the Soft Bone Rabbit, and I am a level 29 Great Soul Master."

After introducing herself, Xiao Wu activated her martial soul, and a fluffy white rabbit tail appeared on her pert buttocks. The pink rabbit ears that came with her as decorations looked even softer and more realistic, and her figure became more symmetrical. In particular, her beautiful legs, which were wearing pink and white stockings, emitted a shimmering pink light, and two yellow soul rings appeared under her feet.

It really is Xiao Wu! A look of surprise flashed across Gu Shenge's eyes.

Although he didn't know why the little rabbit who should have been by Tang San's side would sign up for Tianshui Academy, he didn't have much prejudice against soul beasts. Besides, Xiao Wu in the original work had no flaws except for being a little mischievous. Since she signed up to be his student, he would accept her.

"Little rabbit, you're really bold. Aren't you afraid I'll suppress you and take your soul ring and soul bone?"

Suddenly, Gu Shenge changed the subject, revealing her murderous intent, and directly stated Xiao Wu's identity as a 100,000-year-old soul beast in human form.

However, Xiao Wu remained unfazed by his probing, shaking her head and laughing adorably.

"Hehe, Xiaowu believes you wouldn't bear to hurt Xiaowu."

Hearing this, Gu Shenge became even more puzzled. This little rabbit seemed to trust her a lot, knowing that her true identity would be exposed! But she had never interacted with her before.

At that moment, another tall and graceful figure walked over. Xiao Wu stepped aside and stood next to Gu Shenge, her pink eyes looking at his handsome face with a hint of nostalgia.

Gu Shenge glanced at Xiao Wu. This little rabbit was suspicious. She would investigate further later.

"Greetings, Your Majesty Haoyang."

The cold-faced cat-eared girl bowed respectfully to him, her voice clear and cold yet filled with reverence. His portrait had already spread like wildfire across the continent, and most nobles, soul master academies, and sects knew his appearance.

The girl's image was reflected in Gu Shenge's bright golden eyes.

Her long, jet-black hair was braided into cat-ear buns, cascading over her shoulders. She had a delicate oval face with captivating, cool features, beautiful almond-shaped eyes, a straight, elegant nose, soft, round lips, and incredibly fair and delicate skin. Her appearance was stunning, with a touch of childlike innocence.

Although still somewhat immature, the girl's figure was anything but. The black and purple leather jacket outlined her hot and proud body, which could be described as voluptuous. Her waist was slender and well-proportioned, and her buttocks were as perky and high as peaches. A ribbon like a cat's tail swayed around her hips, and her tall and slender legs were wrapped in leather pants. Her high heels made a crisp and pleasant sound.

"No need to be polite."

Gu Shenge told Zhu Zhuqing not to stand on ceremony, and sure enough, the little wildcat was attracted.

Just like Xiao Wu, the little wildcat introduced herself, revealing her martial soul and soul rings.

"Zhu Zhuqing, innate soul power level seven, martial soul: Netherworld Cat, level twenty-seven Great Soul Master."

"Okay, stand aside."

Gu Shenge nodded and waved for her to stand with Xiao Wu, which surprised Zhu Zhuqing. Was that all? Weren't there any other tests?

If it were other people who came to sign up, Gu Shenge would naturally conduct other tests, but Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing already knew about it in the original work, so why waste time testing them?

He also observed the interactions between Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing.

Because Gu Shenge suspected that Xiao Wu was a reincarnated person, her attitude towards him was a bit too ambiguous.

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(Ahem, as I said before, original story, original story.)

Chapter 55: Ye Lingling: Brother Di Zhao~

By the end of the day, besides Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing, several other talented girls had signed up, but unfortunately, none of them met the requirements for the elite class. Some were just seventeen years old and their soul power had reached level thirty-six, while others were sixteen and had reached level thirty-five, but their innate soul power was only level six. Gu Shenge rejected them all.

He only accepts students under the age of sixteen who have reached level thirty-five and whose innate soul power must be level seven or above.

If even one item fails to meet the standard, it won't work.

One's innate soul power determines one's starting point, and also roughly the end point one can reach.

Nowadays, apart from those Title Douluos who were forcibly promoted by the Demon Soul Cult, every Title Douluo who normally cultivates to the ninth ring has an innate soul power of level seven or above.

Not everyone is as overpowered as Huo Yuhao, who possesses a million-year-old soul beast, a necromancer saint, and a ferocious beast soul spirit, among other things.

Not everyone possesses the same level of comprehension and mental fortitude as Ji Juechen, nor does he have the assistance of Mingde Hall and Tang Sect to reach the title of Title Douluo.

The lower one's innate soul power, the more limited their future potential will be; almost all of them will end up like Yu Xiaogang.

Moreover, the resources required to train one low-level innate soul power soul master to reach the title of Title Douluo are enough to train three or four high-level innate soul power soul masters to reach the title of Title Douluo.

Gu Shenge has no need to waste time and resources cultivating soul masters whose innate soul power is only level one or two.