Douluo Continent II: The Peerless Tang Sect: Starting with a Bond to God King Tang San

Chapter 167 Zhu Lu's Thanks

One month later, Shrek City.

Deng Mu got off the carriage and walked towards Shrek Academy.

As soon as he stepped into the academy gate, a familiar atmosphere greeted him, and Deng Mu quickened his pace.

As he passed a lawn, a familiar figure came into view.

Zhu Lu was sitting alone on a bench by the lawn, looking dejected. Her eyes revealed deep fear and unease, and she looked extremely haggard.

During this time, she lived in constant fear, worried that the White Tiger Duke's family would find Dai Huabin's body and discover that Dai Huabin's death was related to her.

The elders in the family sent people over several times to question her and confirm whether Dai Huabin's disappearance was related to her.

Deng Mu's heart stirred, recalling what had happened with Dai Huabin before.

It's estimated that Zhu Lu was worried about Dai Huabin's body being discovered. As long as Zhu Lu handled it well, this matter wouldn't be discovered by others.

Zhu Lu sat on the bench, her eyes, which had been lowered, inadvertently lifting up and meeting Deng Mu's gaze.

Her body trembled slightly, as if she had grasped a lifeline, and a hint of panic and expectation flashed in her eyes.

"Deng Mu..." Zhu Lu called softly.

Now Deng Mu is her only lifeline. She has heard about Deng Mu's situation, and only Deng Mu can save her.

Deng Mu nodded slightly, walked over and sat down beside her, and asked softly, "Zhu Lu, are you alright?"

Zhu Lu shook her head with a wry smile. "How could I possibly be alright? Ever since Dai Huabin disappeared, the White Tiger Duke's family has sent people to question me multiple times. I have a feeling they've started to suspect me."

During this period, she often had nightmares at night, dreaming that they discovered her and then executed her.

Deng Mu thought for a moment and then asked, "Don't panic. As long as the body is handled properly, they won't have any evidence and can't do anything to you. How did you handle it?"

Zhu Lu took a deep breath, trying to calm herself down, and slowly said, "I burned his clothes, then disfigured his face, and buried the body in several places."

Deng Mu listened to Zhu Lu's description and nodded slightly, thinking to himself that this method of handling the body did indeed increase the difficulty for others to identify the corpse to some extent.

"You did a fairly thorough job, but the Duke's family certainly won't give up easily. Have they asked you any special questions or given you any hints?" Deng Mu looked at Zhu Lu, wanting to hear more useful information.

Zhu Lu shuddered as she recalled the questioning: "They asked me a lot of questions about the details of my last meeting with Dai Huabin, such as what we talked about and where we went. They also hinted that if I knew anything, I should tell them quickly, or I would get into big trouble."

Deng Mu frowned. "It seems they've already listed you as a prime suspect. You need to be extra careful in the coming days. Try not to go out alone, and don't discuss this with anyone at the academy."

Zhu Lu nodded repeatedly, her eyes filled with anxiety: "Deng Mu, I'm really scared. If they find out, I hope you can protect me."

Deng Mu patted Zhu Lu on the shoulder and looked at her: "Don't worry, as long as you don't tell anyone, I will naturally protect you and won't let anything happen to you."

After all, he was the one who killed the person, so as long as Zhu Lu didn't betray him, he would naturally protect her.

Judging from Zhu Lu's appearance, she definitely wouldn't dare to say it; if she did, she would surely die.

She immediately told the people at the White Tiger Duke's mansion that Zhu Lu might be alright, but so much time had passed.

Zhu Lu can't take it anymore. If she tells the people of the White Tiger Duke's Mansion, she'll be finished too.

Hearing Deng Mu's words, Zhu Lu was still a little uneasy.

Deng Mu took out the Narcissus Jade Bone and said to Zhu Lu, "Take this. You are now a member of my Tang Clan. I'm giving you something to put your mind at ease."

At first, he didn't understand why Youyou wanted to give him the Narcissus Jade Bone and Muscle. After seeing Zhu Lu, he thought about it and felt that he could nurture Zhu Lu.

Zhu Lu listened to Deng Mu's words and looked at the Narcissus Jade Bone in Deng Mu's hand with some doubt on her face.

Seeing that Zhu Lu did not recognize the Narcissus Jade Bone, Deng Mu explained to her, "This is the Narcissus Jade Bone. Zhu Zhuqing took it back then."

Zhu Lu stared wide-eyed at the Narcissus Jade Bone in Deng Mu's hand, her eyes filled with shock and delight.

Having heard that Zhu Zhuqing had also taken it, she knew that it was no ordinary product.

"Deng Mu, this...this is too precious, how can I accept it?" Zhu Lu's voice trembled slightly, partly from disbelief at the generous gift, and partly from being deeply moved by Deng Mu's actions.

The fears in my heart gradually transformed into other emotions.

Deng Mu handed the Narcissus Jade Bone to Zhu Lu, his gaze gentle: "Take it. Follow me closely, and I will make you a strong person. Don't worry about the White Tiger Duke's revenge or the Zhu family."

Zhu Lu took the Narcissus Jade Bone with trembling hands and held it tightly in her arms, as if she had grasped a turning point in her destiny.

Not a single mistake, not a single poem, not a single post, not a single piece of content, not a single look!

She looked up, tears welling in her eyes, her gaze towards Deng Mu filled with gratitude and trust.

It is said that after Zhu Zhuqing consumed the Narcissus Jade Bone and Muscle, her level increased by 7 levels, and her talents changed.

With this Narcissus Jade Bone and Skin, her level can be improved. Seeing that her level is improving so quickly, her family will step in to protect her.

"Deng Mu, I... I really don't know how to repay you." Zhu Lu's voice choked with emotion; at this moment, no amount of words could express her feelings.

Hearing Zhu Lu's words, Deng Mu felt somewhat embarrassed. He had killed her fiancé, and now the man was thanking him.

If Dai Huabin knew about this, he would probably be so angry he'd come back to life.

No, Dai Huabin won't survive; he's already been dismembered by Zhu Lu.

Deng Mu patted Zhu Lu on the shoulder and gently comforted her, "Don't say that. We're all in the same boat now. Keep this safe and use it back in the dorm. Improving your strength is the most important thing."

Zhu Lu nodded vigorously and carefully placed the Narcissus Jade Bone close to her body.

Thinking of the Narcissus Jade Bone that Deng Mu had given her, Zhu Lu hesitated for a moment, then, as if she had finally mustered up her courage, she tilted her head slightly and quickly gave Deng Mu a light kiss on the cheek.

Then, her face instantly turned bright red, like a ripe apple.

Before Deng Mu could react, she turned and ran towards the dormitory like a startled rabbit, her hurried steps creating a gust of wind.

"Emmmm..."

Deng Mu stood there, stunned, his hand unconsciously reaching for the cheek where he had been kissed, his face full of astonishment.

He never expected Zhu Lu to do such a thing, and his heart was filled with mixed feelings, a mixture of embarrassment and surprise.

Watching Zhu Lu's departing figure, he was momentarily at a loss.

(End of this chapter)