Simultaneous Transmigration: From Douluo Continent to the Pinnacle

Chapter 114 Ning Rongrong's Growth

The clamor of the Soto Arena surged over the stands like a tidal wave.

The sounds of metal clashing, the shouts of the audience, and the buzzing of soul skills erupting mingled together.

Lin Yao leaned against the railing of the VIP section on the second floor, his fingertips casually tracing the cool wrought iron patterns.

His gaze swept over the boiling crowd and landed on the edge of the fighting arena below.

Ma Hongjun had just put away the Phoenix Fire Line when wisps of smoke rose from the scorched ground.

The phantom of the fire phoenix martial soul slowly dissipated behind him, its face full of smug satisfaction as it grinned at the Shrek Academy members.

"An eight-year-old Soul Master—"

Lin Yao was watching the arena, while everyone else was watching him.

This person was none other than Tang San.

Tang San stood not far from Lin Yao, his hands clenching quietly, a subtle fluctuation of his Blue Silver Grass martial soul flashing through his sleeves.

Looking up at Lin Yao's profile, his outline appeared somewhat blurry in the light and shadow of the arena.

But that calm and composed aura only deepened Tang San's doubts.

When Dean Flander privately told everyone about Lin Yao's past, Tang San almost thought he had misheard.

Breaking through to the Soul Master level at the age of eight—such talent is probably unattainable even if one's innate full soul power were doubled.

Dai Mubai remained silent to the side.

He inadvertently touched his chest, which had been knocked back by Lin Yao's finger yesterday.

The pain was gone, but the feeling of helplessness remained as vivid as ever.

He is the oldest genius among the current students of Shrek Academy.

Although Dai Mubai abandoned his fiancée and fled to the Heaven Dou Empire because of his cowardice.

However, despite being born into the royal family of the Star Luo Empire, he was only afraid of his older brother.

They still have a significant psychological advantage over others, including Tang San, who has trained Tang San to look somewhat human.

Dai Mubai thought to himself that he was about fifteen years old and already possessed the strength of a level thirty-seven Soul Master.

This is far superior to those who will never be able to break through to the Soul Master level in their entire lives, or who are stuck at the Soul Master level.

But in front of Lin Yao, he truly felt the "chasm" of difference for the first time, and that deep sense of helplessness.

It was just like the pain experienced by ordinary people stuck at the Soul Venerable realm.

Thinking this, Dai Mubai glanced at Oscar beside him. He saw that Oscar, a food-type with powerful talent and innate full soul power, had a truly terrifying personality.

Even Lin Yao, who easily defeated him and Tang San, had previously invited Oscar to join the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

This is evident from the above.

However, his brother Xiao Ao was still very supportive.

Dai Mubai could see the attraction in Xiao Ao's eyes when he observed him, but he probably refused for the sake of his brothers.

It's fair to say that Xiao Ao's personality isn't great, but his treatment of his brothers is commendable.

This may be a common problem for support-type Soul Masters.

Of course, this does not include Ning Rongrong, who possesses the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda martial soul.

That's actually normal.

With such an elder brother, plus the foundation of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

It would be unbelievable if it were just an ordinary support item.

The food-type Soul Master was secretly swallowing, his eyes filled with complex emotions from Lin Yao's earlier comment, "Look, Rongrong is about to go on stage."

Xiao Wu pointed to the entrance of the Soul Arena, her clear voice breaking the silence. Only she could ignore the somewhat eerie atmosphere in the arena.

Upon hearing this, everyone looked in the direction he pointed and saw Ning Rongrong slowly walking out, carrying the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda.

The pink skirt swayed gently with her steps.

Perhaps knowing that Lin Yao was in the stands, Ning Rongrong straightened her back exceptionally.

Her fair face, which originally looked cute and delicate, now carried a serious expression that Lin Yao found both amusing and admirable.

Ning Rourou followed closely to the side of the Soul Arena, ignoring the discussions of the crowd. After listening to her opponent's introduction, the referee announced the start of the Soul Battle.

He raised his hand and summoned the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda, its seven-story structure gleaming with a lustrous sheen in the air.

As its spirit rings lit up, the gems on its body shimmered with a soft light.

"The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda... Is this girl from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect?"

Upon seeing this familiar and dazzling martial spirit, some people on the arena who recognized it couldn't help but exclaim in surprise.

"Yellow, purple, purple... Is this a normal spirit soul configuration? Or am I seeing things?!"

Upon seeing Ning Rongrong's displayed martial soul and soul ring configuration, an astonishing discussion erupted in the stands, filled with expressions of shock.

"I admit this woman is very talented, but a support Soul Master challenging a Soul Master in a one-on-one fight? Is she crazy?"

Someone in the stands raised a question, and those who realized what was happening immediately echoed it.

Amidst the murmurs of discussion, Ning Rongrong kept her eyes fixed on her opponent, a level 34 Battle Soul Master.

Martial Spirit: Mighty Black Bear.

Just in terms of physique, he was more than three times stronger than me.

Looking at such an opponent, Ning Rongrong showed no fear whatsoever.

Noticing Ning Rongrong's amusing expression, the black bear soul master grinned, revealing sharp teeth, and said, "Little girl, I admit that you were born into the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, have a noble status, and possess great talent, but you are only a support-type soul master."

"I don't know who tricked you into this battle. It's not too late to admit defeat now, lest I beat you to tears later. I don't want your family causing me trouble."

"I'm serious."

Ning Rongrong ignored the other party's sarcasm and said softly.

Immediately, he took a deep breath and subconsciously looked towards the VIP area on the second floor.

When Ning Rongrong saw the encouragement in Lin Yao's eyes, she felt reassured, and the seven-story glazed pagoda suddenly lit up.

Two beams of amplifying light shot towards him instantly.

"The seven treasures are famous, firstly, strength! Secondly, speed!"

As the soul skill was unleashed, Ning Rongrong's speed and strength visibly increased.

Her soul power surged beneath her feet, and she suddenly charged towards the Black Bear Soul Master.

"Oh? Your Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda's support is indeed very strong, but there needs to be a certain base strength. How much strength and speed can a little girl like you have? And you dare to take the initiative to attack after the amplification is added?"

The Black Bear Soul Master was stunned for a moment, feeling slighted. In a moment of anger, he didn't care about anything else.

Then, with a sinister grin, he swung his fan-like hand, slapping it towards Ning Rongrong with a whistling sound.

Just as his palm was about to touch Ning Rongrong, the latter suddenly swayed and nimbly dodged the attack.

At the same time, the glass pagoda in his hand flashed again, and a third amplifying light fell upon him: "Third Day, Soul!"

The temporary boost to her soul power allowed her soul energy to circulate faster.

With these amplifications, Ning Rongrong moved extremely fast, and before the Black Bear Soul Master could react, she had already circled behind him.

Then, he lifted the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda and smashed it.

The black bear soul master only had time to add his own defensive soul skill to himself, and then prepared to rely on his body to withstand the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.

As for the people in the stands, seeing Ning Rongrong so violently use her Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, directly using it to smash people.

I was quite surprised.

This little girl from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, isn't her style a bit off? Is this how a support-type Soul Master operates?

Let's not talk about what these people are thinking.

Ning Rongrong's Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda collided with the black bear soul master's body, unleashing a powerful shockwave that rippled outwards.

The black bear soul master who was hit felt a terrifying power coming from behind him, as well as the strange pressure from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.

While feeling shocked, my foot slipped, and my massive body instantly lost its balance.

Ning Rongrong seized the opportunity, leaped forward, and the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda suddenly burst forth with dazzling light.

It slammed down again at an extremely fast speed, this time not just a simple slam, but also with a terrifying shockwave.

This surge of soul power struck the Black Bear Soul Master's weak point precisely.

"Ugh!" The Black Bear Soul Master groaned, his soul power instantly becoming disordered, and his aura dimmed slightly.

He tried to struggle, but Ning Rongrong had already knocked him out of the arena. Even if he still had the strength to fight, he had lost the right to resist.

The referee, who noticed this scene, thought that this battle spirit master was such a waste that he actually lost to a support-type spirit master.

All the gold coins I invested outside the game were lost.

However, they dared not throw the match within the rules and offend this great-aunt from the Seven Treasures Pagoda.

Immediately, suppressing the pain in her heart, she loudly announced, "Miss Liuli wins this battle of spirits!"

The stands were initially deathly silent, then erupted into deafening cheers and some wails.

The former should be a bet that Ning Rongrong will win, while the latter should be a bet that Ning Rongrong will lose.

Of course, that's normal. Before the battle even starts, anyone with eyes can see that a support-type Soul Master can't possibly defeat a battle-type Soul Master.

But now, it seems that times have changed.

"A support-type character defeated the Soul Master! How is this possible?"

"That glazed pagoda is amazing! Seven stories! Is it from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School?"

"Give me my money back. Even if that little girl has the ability to fight, that big guy is too arrogant and didn't prepare for the battle beforehand. He's a complete waste."

Discussions rose and fell.

When Shrek Academy and the others saw Ning Rongrong win, they immediately applauded. Xiao Wu even jumped up and down waving her hand, saying, "As expected of Rongrong, she can actually use her martial soul like this."

Ning Rongrong stood on the Soul Battle Platform, a bright smile finally appearing on her face.

She waved vigorously towards the VIP seats on the second floor, then carried the glass pagoda and walked briskly down the Soul Fighting Platform.

As soon as she returned backstage, Zhu Zhuqing came to greet her. A ripple flashed in her cool eyes, and an expression of approval appeared on her face: "Rongrong, you really surprised me. I didn't expect you to be able to break free from the shackles of your own destiny."

"Ah, what confinement, Zhuqing? I don't know what you're talking about, but I know you must have your own worries. But Brother Lin Yao taught me before."

Hearing Zhu Zhuqing's words, Ning Rongrong was somewhat puzzled without knowing the details, but she didn't delve into it and proudly raised her chin.

"He said that support characters don't necessarily have to hide in the back, especially a weapon spirit master like me. I can launch a surprise attack and take the initiative, and I can also become the main damage dealer."

As she spoke, she subconsciously looked towards the door. Lin Yao was slowly walking into the backstage area, followed by Flander and Zhao Wuji.

Flander's face was full of praise: "Rongrong, you truly live up to being the daughter of Sect Master Ning. Your battle strategy is absolutely unprecedented."

Zhao Wuji nodded in agreement: "Yes, if a support class can do this well, you probably can't find another one like it on the entire continent."

As for Lin Yao, he walked forward with a smile, his gaze falling on Ning Rongrong: "Not bad, even better than I expected. It seems you've put in a lot of effort these past few days."

Hearing the praise, Ning Rongrong blushed slightly and nodded quickly: "I practice fighting every day, just to show Brother Lin Yao that I'm working hard every day. I'm sure I'll be able to bully you back in the future, hehe."

"Wow, I didn't expect you to have such great ambitions. I'll have to work hard to cultivate myself so that you won't surpass me."

Upon hearing this, Lin Yao rubbed Ning Rongrong's head and teased her with a smile.

Then, he turned to Ma Hongjun.

"How's the suppression of your evil fire going? Are you adapting well to the Five Elements Seal?"

Ma Hongjun quickly replied, "No problem. Ever since Brother Lin Yao helped me put the seal on, I feel that the evil fire in my body has become much more subdued. During the battle just now, I didn't lose control as easily as before."

Upon hearing this, Lin Yao's eyes flashed with satisfaction: "That's good. The Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower is in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's herb garden. After this Soul Battle is over, I'll have someone take you to retrieve it."

However, you must remember that although the herb can dispel evil fire, your subsequent cultivation still depends on yourself. Don't think that having the herb means you can slack off.

Thinking about how comfortable he felt now, and how he wouldn't be living in such a daze as before, and remembering the disdain some people showed him, as well as Lin Yao's unbiased attitude, Ma Hongjun nodded vigorously: "I know! Don't worry, Brother Lin, I will definitely cultivate diligently and will never bring shame to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School!"

Oscar watched from the side, his face showing a mixture of envy and regret.

He didn't hesitate at all when he refused Lin Yao's invitation.

But now, seeing Ma Hongjun's changes and Ning Rongrong's growth, Oscar suddenly felt that by choosing to refuse and stay at Shrek Academy, he had missed out on a lot.

As Oscar was pondering this, Lin Yao seemed to sense his change in mood, suddenly turning to look at him and asking with a smile, "What? Regretting it now?"

Oscar paused for a moment, then scratched his head and smiled sheepishly: "A little bit, but I still want to stay at Shrek with everyone."

Upon hearing this, Lin Yao didn't intend to discourage Oscar. Instead, he encouraged him, "Good, it's good that you have your own ideas. No matter which path you choose, as long as you persevere, you might be able to forge your own path."

Just then, Zhu Zhuqing suddenly stepped forward and said softly to Lin Yao, "Hello, Rongrong's brother, I have a question I'd like to ask you."

Lin Yao looked at Zhu Zhuqing, a hint of understanding in his eyes: "You want to ask why I'm so strong?"

Zhu Zhuqing nodded.

Dai Mubai, whose attention was focused on this, felt both anger and helplessness.

Unaware of Dai Mubai's condition, Lin Yao pondered for a moment before slowly saying to Zhu Zhuqing's question, "Most cultivation on the mainland focuses only on improving soul rings and soul power, but neglects one's own foundation."

From the very beginning of my cultivation, I have focused on refining the purity of my soul power. Every time I break through a new realm, I compress my soul power to its limit.

This is my path.

Lin Yao briefly explained his plan for his cultivation path, and the people who heard it reacted in various ways.

Leaving aside others, it's hard to understand for someone like Zhu Zhuqing, whose talent is far inferior.

Somewhat regretfully, he walked over and stayed beside Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu.

Actually, the immortal herb is the simplest method, but since they are not related, why would Lin Yao be so eager to give away such a treasure?

On the other side, Tang San listened thoughtfully, looked down at his hands, and felt the faint aura of Blue Silver Grass pulsating in his palms.

Without knowing that Lin Yao possessed a cheat code, and that Tang San was destined to be a being in countless worlds, he didn't really approve of the former's path.

A slow start leads to a successful finish.

This, however, also gave him the opportunity to catch up.

However, the fragility of the Blue Silver Grass, which shattered at the slightest disturbance yesterday, deepened a certain thought in my mind.

Even the strongest Blue Silver Grass is still just Blue Silver Grass, so pathetic. As for the added entanglement and poison attributes, they are even more useless.

At this moment, Tang San suddenly remembered his Clear Sky Hammer martial soul. Perhaps he should have cultivated this martial soul first, so that he wouldn't have been so easily defeated by Lin Yao.

Thinking of this, Tang San felt an impulse, but then he hesitated when he thought of Yu Xiaogang.

Just then, a staff member from the Soul Arena approached Lin Yao and said, "Honored guest of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, the next two-person Soul Battle is about to begin. You and your partner Ning Rongrong can prepare to enter the arena."

Lin Yao nodded, glanced at the documents handed to him by the staff, and turned to Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing: "Are you two ready? Your opponents are a level 35 offensive Soul Master and a level 36 defensive Soul Master, they are not weak."

Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing exchanged a glance and nodded simultaneously: "Don't worry, we're ready!"

Looking at their confident expressions, Lin Yao smiled and said, "Very good, it's good that you have this spirit."

Remember, teamwork is key in duo battles. Rongrong, you're responsible for amplification and control, while Zhuqing, you're responsible for attacking and dealing damage.

As long as you cooperate well, even if the opponent is of a higher level, you may still win.

The two nodded emphatically and then followed the staff toward the entrance to the Battle Arena.

Lin Yao and the Shrek Academy members returned to the stands. As soon as they sat down, they saw Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing already standing on the Soul Battle Platform.

Their opponents then entered the scene.

The powerful attack-type Soul Master was tall and had a saber-toothed tiger as his Martial Soul. His three Soul Rings—yellow, yellow, and purple—lit up in turn.

The defensive Soul Master wears heavy armor, and his Martial Soul is the "Mysterious Iron Turtle".

The three spirit rings were also yellow, yellow, and purple, but the aura was more stable than that of the Saber-toothed Tiger Spirit Master.

"Go Rongzhu duo!"

Xiao Wu waved her fist in the stands, the sound crisp and loud.

Oscar chimed in, "Rongrong, Zhuqing, show us your skills!"

On the battle stage, the referee announced loudly: "Double Soul Battle, Rongzhu Duo vs. Tiger Turtle Duo, the match begins!"

As the referee finished speaking, the Saber-toothed Tiger Soul Master launched the first attack, his first soul ring lighting up: "First Soul Skill, Saber Tiger Claw!"

The sharp claws, imbued with soul power, slammed into the ground, leaving several earthen-yellow claw marks that spread toward Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing.

At the same time, the Xuan Tie Turtle Soul Master also activated his Soul Skill: "First Soul Skill, Xuan Tie Shell!"

The heavy armor gleamed with a metallic sheen, forming a solid barrier in front of the Saber-toothed Tiger Soul Venerable.

The strength Ning Rongrong had previously displayed made them wary of her.

As for Zhu Zhuqing, she was just an extra.

"Zhuqing, watch out!"

Ning Rongrong reacted extremely quickly; the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda instantly lit up, and two amplifying beams of light shot towards Zhu Zhuqing simultaneously: "The Seven Treasures are famous for two things: speed and agility!"

With the amplification of extreme speed and agility, Zhu Zhuqing's figure transformed into a black shadow, easily dodging the attack of the sword tiger's claw.

At the same time, they circled around behind the Saber-toothed Tiger Soul Master.

Seeing this, the Saber-toothed Tiger Soul Lord sneered, "Trying to flank us? Not so easy!"

His second spirit ring lit up: "Second Spirit Skill, Fierce Tiger Pounce!"

He suddenly leaped up, rushing towards Zhu Zhuqing with a whistling sound.

Just as he was about to touch Zhu Zhuqing, Ning Rongrong's third amplification beam shot out.

This time, however, the blame fell on the Saber-toothed Tiger Soul Master.

The sudden surge in soul power caused a conflict between the soul power and soul skills within the Saber-toothed Tiger Soul Master's body, causing him to momentarily freeze.

Although surprised by this, Zhu Zhuqing, who was prepared, did not miss the opportunity. Her second spirit ring lit up: "Second Spirit Skill, Netherworld Hundred Claws!"

Sharp claws, imbued with a dark purple soul power, viciously clawed at the back of the Saber-toothed Tiger Soul Master.

"puff!"

The Saber-toothed Tiger Soul Master screamed in agony as several deep, bone-revealing wounds were instantly torn into his back, and his soul power became disordered.

Seeing this, the Xuan Tie Turtle Soul Master quickly turned around to provide support: "Third Soul Skill, Turtle Shell Impact!"

He shielded himself with the black iron shell and charged towards Zhu Zhuqing.

Zhu Zhuqing shouted, and Ning Rongrong immediately understood, amplifying the light and shooting it towards Zhu Zhuqing, while at the same time another light shot towards the Xuan Tie Turtle Soul Venerable.

This amplification struck the Xuan Tie Turtle Soul Venerable, changing his condition and creating a flaw in his defense.

Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong's eyes met for a moment, they exchanged opinions, and finally seized the opportunity.

The former accelerated again, avoiding the impact of the Xuan Tie Turtle Soul Venerable.

At the same time, it circled around to the front of the Saber-toothed Tiger Soul Venerable and clawed at the Saber-toothed Tiger Soul Venerable's chest.

The other one lifted the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda and smashed it towards the man with the Black Iron Turtle.

"No!"

Seeing this, a look of fear flashed in the eyes of the Saber-toothed Tiger Soul Venerable. He tried to dodge, but it was too late, and his figure flew backward.

As for Ning Rongrong, the Seven Treasures Glazed Pagoda slammed into the black iron shell with a loud bang.

The Xuan Tie Turtle Soul Venerable groaned, blood spilling from the corner of his mouth, and a crack appeared on his Xuan Tie shell.

Feeling his own disheveled state and seeing his teammates on the sidelines, Xuan Tie Gui Hun Zun knew that he was powerless to turn the tide.

He then gave a wry smile: "We lost."

After saying that, he voluntarily withdrew his martial spirit and gave up resisting.

Seeing this, the referee loudly announced: "In this battle of spirit, the Rong-Zhu duo wins!"

A thunderous cheer erupted from the stands, even more enthusiastic than when Ning Rongrong had won her individual victory.

"My God! A support-type combined with an agility-based attack type actually defeated a power-based combined with a defense-based attack type!"

"These two girls are amazing! Especially the one from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, her amplification is so precise!"

"That agility-type Soul Master is good-looking, has an outrageous figure, and is also a genius-level in strength."

"Agreement————"

Lin Yao tapped the railing lightly with his fingertips, his gaze sweeping over the bustling audience and finally settling on the center of the Soul Arena.

Ning Rongrong was standing on tiptoe, tidying up Zhu Zhuqing's wind-blown hair. Although Zhu Zhuqing still had a cold expression, the tips of her ears were tinged with a faint pink.

The two grew closer.

Seeing Ning Rongrong's growth, and knowing that she would soon have another good friend, Lin Yao smiled.

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