Douluo Continent: I ushered in this era

Chu Ci held up two fingers and pointed at the two people accompanying Zhang Tai, saying, "Get ready, I will seek your advice one by one after I return from the Temple of War God."

The two men cowered to the side, not responding.

Chu Ci ignored him and went to Luan Xiaochuan's side. He glanced at the unconscious Zhang Tai and asked, "How is he?"

"He's fine, a healing-type Soul Master can treat him," Luan Xiaochuan replied, then smiled and praised, "Chu Ci, you're really amazing, that punch of yours was truly stunning."

"Brother Luan, you flatter me." Chu Ci gave Luan Xiaochuan a deep look. He didn't even use his soul power to neutralize Long Zhen Baili's attack. This guy is not simple either!

The two then parted ways, and Chu Ci went to the underground Temple of the God of War.

Chu Ci first went to see Bai Tianzhe, who had come to the Temple of War Gods to cultivate early this morning.

When Chu Ci arrived at that time, he saw Bai Tianzhe sitting cross-legged with his eyes closed in front of an old man with white hair and beard.

The old man was the Spiritual Saint, surnamed Liao.

After some investigation, Chu Ci learned that Bai Tianzhe had fallen into an illusion created by Liao Lao, which was used to train his mental strength.

Ren Ya assigned Chu Ci several high-level Soul Masters and Soul Instructors. Chu Ci could just go to them if he wanted to learn anything.

After reading Bai Tianzhe's work, Chu Ci sought out one of the sixth-level soul masters, who was particularly skilled in fire element soul tools, and began to learn from him.

They studied until late at night before finally going home to rest with Bai Tianzhe. As for the two Soul Masters who had challenged him, Chu Ci dealt with them during dinner time.

……

The next morning, Chu Ci put on her school uniform and went to Donghai College to attend the opening ceremony.

On stage, the dean delivered a passionate speech, while in the audience, Chu Ci was drowsy and half-asleep.

The only thing that piqued Chu Ci's interest during the entire opening ceremony was that Tang Wulin's roommate tore the quilt that Tang Wulin's mother had sewn for him. Tang Wulin got angry, which affected Xie Xie, and Xie Xie and Tang Wulin got into a fight and ended up in Class 5.

In response, Chu Ci couldn't help but marvel at the plot's ability to correct itself; Na'er was no longer Tang Wulin's sister, yet Xie Xie was still able to make it into Class 5.

After the ceremony, Chu Ci met the aloof and handsome Wu Changkong. As expected, just like in the original novel, he was cold and aloof, but very handsome, only slightly less so than Chu Ci.

Wu Changkong led the students from Class 5 into the classroom and began by having everyone introduce themselves.

Tang Wulin is at level twelve, one level higher than in the original work. This is because with Chu Ci's support, Tang Wulin absorbed a hundred-year-old soul spirit, making his foundation even better.

Xie Xie's 18th grade is the same as the original novel.

"Chu Ci, Martial Soul: Balance of the Gods, Soul Power Level 22, goal is to become the number one Soul Master on the continent," Chu Ci said slowly as he stood up.

The students in Class 5 were completely dumbfounded. Wasn't Class 5 the worst class? How come everyone there was so amazing?

Even Wu Changkong was momentarily taken aback. How could Long Hengxu have assigned him such a good student? It seems he should give Long Hengxu more face in the future.

"Classes will officially begin tomorrow. My teaching style will be a little different from other teachers. If you are afraid of hardship, fatigue, or pain, please transfer to another school or try to change classes as soon as possible. Those of you who stay, please be mentally prepared. get out of class dismissed."

Wu Changkong strode away with his long legs and upright posture. Today's events had truly exceeded his expectations, and he would have to go back and revise his teaching plan.

After Wu Changkong left, Xie Xie pulled Tang Wulin away. Chu Ci saw this but ignored it, knowing that the two brothers had gone to have a fight and strengthen their bond.

Chu Ci wandered around Donghai Academy alone, breathing in the fresh air, watching the energetic students around him, and stretched comfortably.

To be honest, it had been a long time since Chu Ci had been able to clear her mind like this and relax quietly by herself.

Tang San's arrangements, the invasion of the Abyss, and the chaos within the Federation. Faced with all these challenges, Chu Ci always felt a sense of urgency, which kept him constantly on the move for the past three years, either cultivating or researching soul tools.

But Chu Ci just realized that she was only nine years old, and these messy things were still far away from her!

So Chu Ci decided to reward himself with a day off, and just wandered around the school until it got a little dark.

Chu Ci had just stepped out of the school gate when she coincidentally ran into Tang Wulin, who was carrying Xie Xie back from Donghai Park.

Chapter 9 Class Competition

Chu Ci looked at Xie Xie's face, which was swollen like a pig's head, on Tang Wulin's back, and couldn't help but laugh: "Wulin, is this the legendary 'Friendship-Breaking Face Punch'?"

"I don't know about friendship or not, but I definitely lost my composure," Tang Wulin said apologetically, glancing at Xie Xie on his back. Chu Ci smiled gently and asked, "Wulin, you probably haven't eaten yet, have you?"

"Yes, I've been sparring with Xie Xie all afternoon," Tang Wulin said honestly.

"That's perfect, I'm going to eat soon. Let's go together, it's on me," Chu Ci said, extending an invitation.

Tang Wulin hesitated for a moment upon hearing this, and said, "But Xie Xie is unconscious, and I need to take him to the infirmary."

Chu Ci glanced at Xie Xie's slightly trembling eyelashes, slowly walked to the side, and said in Xie Xie's ear, "Xie Xie, either you wake up now, or I'll call everyone over to see Young Master Xie's unparalleled beauty."

Hearing the voice whispering like a demon in his ear, Xie Xie suddenly raised his head and said with grief and indignation, "Chu Ci, don't go too far."

"Ah! Xie Xie, you're awake! Then why were you pretending to be unconscious?" Tang Wulin was startled by Xie Xie's sudden awakening.

"If you hadn't broken my face, would I have pretended to be unconscious?" Xie Xie glared at Tang Wulin fiercely.

“Since you’re awake, let’s go together,” Chu Ci interjected, inviting Xie Xie to join them for a meal.

“But…” Xie Xie hesitated.

Chu Ci flicked Xie Xie's face, and to Xie Xie's astonishment, the injury vanished instantly.

"Just a minor use of martial spirit." Chu Ci shrugged.

After Xie Xie recovered, he jumped off Tang Wulin's back and said in a deliberately arrogant tone, "Since you helped me with my treatment, I'll have a meal with you."

Chu Ci ignored Xie Xie's smug expression and led everyone to the best restaurant in Donghai City for a happy meal.

……

The next day, Wu Changkong's first class began, and just like in the original story, the students battled each other in pairs.

"The second group, Chu Ci versus Han Lan," Wu Changkong pointed to Chu Ci and a chubby girl.

He possesses blue light, his martial soul is earth element, and his soul power is level thirteen.

"Begin," Wu Changkong's cool voice rang out.

The two of them activated their martial spirits, and spirit rings rose from their feet. Han Lan swallowed hard as she looked at the figure in front of her with two yellow hundred-year spirit rings, thinking sadly to herself that she had encountered the big boss in the very first level.

Chu Ci slowly opened his mouth, thinking that fighting these greenhorns was just a matter of simple play.

Han Lan took a deep breath, a white halo flashed beneath her feet, and a clump of soul-like energy, like a clod of earth, surged from her shoulder. Without pausing, she made a lifting motion with both hands towards Chu Ci.

Instantly, a circular, earth-yellow halo appeared beneath Chu Ci's feet, and stone pillars shot up, transforming into a solid stone prison that trapped him within.

After Chu Ci was trapped, Wu Changkong began counting down the seconds. If he couldn't escape the stone prison within ten seconds, he would lose.

Chu Ci touched the stone pillar and shook his head regretfully. The quality of the soil element that made up the stone pillar was too low, and its plasticity was not high.

Chu Ci sighed, placed his hand on the stone pillar, released his soul power, and his first soul ring lit up. The inside of the stone pillar immediately turned into a corrosive green solution.

The stone prison was easily dissolved by the green solution. Chu Ci slightly raised his hand, and the green solution fell on both sides of Han Lan, leaving traces of corrosion on the ground.

"Chu Ci wins!" Wu Changkong announced expressionlessly.

Tang Wulin and Xie Xie also won all the way and successfully entered the fourth round.

"The fourth round, the first match, is between Chu Ci and Xie Xie," Wu Changkong said coldly.

Xie Xie leaped to the center of the arena, looking at Chu Ci with a cold and arrogant expression, and said with a confident stride, "Come on, Chu Ci, my only opponent."

"Sorry, I don't consider you an opponent." Chu Ci's casual remark instantly made Xie Xie almost lose control of his expression.

After both sides made their statements, they stood still.

When Wu Changkong announced the start of the competition, Xie Xie moved, rushing towards Chu Ci like lightning.

Xie Xie swung his Guanglong Dagger, and a blade of light flashed past. Chu Ci moved slightly, and the blade of light grazed past him.

Xie Xie approached Chu Ci and brandished his dagger. Chu Ci flicked his wrist slightly, the dagger grazing his nose.

Chu Ci moved lightly, like a slippery eel, dodging Xie Xie's fierce attacks with agility and evasion.

Seeing that his relentless attacks had yielded no results, Xie Xie grew increasingly anxious.

Taking a deep breath, Xie Xie's expression turned solemn. He slightly moved his right hand, which was holding the Light Dragon Dagger, to the side, while simultaneously raising his left hand. His entire aura suddenly changed, instantly becoming much stronger.

Chu Ci naturally noticed this, and a smile appeared on his lips. So he's finally using the Shadow Dragon Dagger?

Xie Xie, wielding daggers in both hands, launched another attack. Chu Ci remained expressionless, her toes barely touching the ground as she slashed backward.

As Xie Xie drew near, Chu Ci braked abruptly, his figure coming to a halt. Behind him, the scales heaved, and a blood-red blade appeared in his hand.

Chu Ci leaned to the lower right, dodging the Light Dragon Dagger in his right hand. At the same time, the Blood Blade rose from below, deflecting the Shadow Dragon Dagger that was about to launch a sneak attack.

Taking advantage of Xie Xie's moment when his hands were too slow to defend, Chu Ci drew a semi-circle with his Blood Blade, lowered his body, used the Instant Step, and slashed out with the Blood Blade, leaving a tiny line of blood on Xie Xie's neck.

"Chu Ci, victory!" Wu Changkong's clear, cold voice rang out at the opportune moment.

Xie Xie touched the bloodstain on his neck, his eyes vacant. Only when he felt the chill emanating from Wu Changkong did he come to his senses and walk out of the arena in a daze.

Seeing this, Chu Ci sighed. It seemed that the battle just now, which resembled an old man playing with a child, had indeed been a big blow to Xie Xie.

Wu Changkong glanced at Xie Xie but didn't say anything more, continuing to arrange the next battle.

In this battle, Tang Wulin used his thousand-forged tungsten steel hammer to force his opponent to flee in terror, winning the match.

"The fourth round, the second match, Chu Ci dances in the sky."

Chu Ci frowned as he looked at Wu Changkong after hearing this. Wu Changkong gave him a cold look and said, "Do you think such unfairness would happen in my class? You take one of my attacks, and then you fight Tang Wulin."

Wu Changkong strolled over to Tang Wulin and waved. Tang Wulin, hammer in hand, stepped aside. Wu Changkong then slapped his waistband open with his right hand, loosening his belt.

Wu Changkong flicked his wrist, his belt taut, and said calmly, "I won't release my martial spirit. You only need to take one of my sword strikes." As he spoke, he took a step forward with his left foot, and his belt was already thrusting towards Chu Ci, who had just entered the arena.

Chu Ci was very vigilant. He reacted quickly, and a pair of black gold gauntlets appeared in his hand. He gathered all his soul power and used the move "Dragon Shakes a Hundred Miles" to collide with the belt.

A dragon's roar resounded, Chu Ci's gauntlets shattered, and his body was forced backward uncontrollably. It took Chu Ci a great deal of effort to regain his balance.

Chapter 10 Chu Ci to Tang Wulin

Wu Changkong put away the damaged belt and took out a new one. Although his face remained expressionless, his eyes were filled with unconcealed shock.

That punch was no simple feat! Wu Changkong gave Chu Ci a deep look and said, "One minute break, then the final."

Chu Ci rubbed his aching fist, inwardly cursing Wu Changkong for being crazy. They were the same age and hadn't relied on any external forces, so what was this unfairness? What, did it have to be the same soul power level for it to be fair?

Considering the disparity in strength between the two sides, Chu Ci took a deep breath and thought, "Just wait, once I create a level six soul tool, you'll be in for a surprise."

"One minute is up, get ready."

Chu Ci and Tang Wulin looked at each other. Tang Wulin's expression was solemn, while Chu Ci's face remained expressionless.