Douluo Continent: The Eternal Order of the Azure Sky.

If he were still using the pure Bone Dragon Martial Soul, even if he could suppress Beibei's Light Holy Dragon semi-awakened form, which possesses both light and lightning—two elements that strongly counter evil—he certainly wouldn't be able to do it so easily as he does now.

But things are different now. As a Soul Saint with a seven-ringed bone dragon martial soul possessing divine attributes, he has the dual advantages of both attributes and soul power level.

What's even more terrifying is that after his martial soul was purified, the obstacles to his cultivation level disappeared, but he didn't completely lose the strange special abilities he once had as an evil soul master.

The icy blue purifying power within Beibei's body is a variant of his former Bone Dragon Devouring ability, which can also dissolve the opponent's energy to enhance his own cultivation.

While it falls short in efficiency and range of options, it lacks many of the limitations of direct consumption that were previously available.

This is the secret behind why the Divine attribute surpasses ordinary ultimate attributes. The pure strength of the two is only slightly different, but the Divine attribute has a shortcut to rapid cultivation.

This alone establishes the special status of holiness as a supreme attribute.

The brief upheaval caused some chaos in the reporting hall. Soon, Soul Masters from the Sun Moon Empire entered to maintain order and questioned the Shrek Academy students.

Unfortunately, Shrek's side had made the first move, and Mingyue Hotel was owned by the Kong family. These hotel guards were no strangers to seeing their usually powerful boss bowing and scraping before Kong Tianxu.

Naturally, Shrek could only suffer in silence.

"Hey, why didn't you wait for me?" Without much hesitation, Xu Jiujiu left the Shrek Academy group behind and caught up with Kong Tianxu in a few steps. She gave him a charmingly reproachful look and said, "No wonder I didn't see you at the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy. Why didn't you register with the others? And why are you wearing this outfit?"

When did Your Highness become so proactive?

The young men following behind her were dumbfounded by Xu Jiujiu's performance, unsure whether to follow or stay put.

"Because I have my own sect, and Princess Jiujiu should know the name of this sect. I represent the Holy Spirit Sect."

Kong Tianxu responded calmly, and Xu Jiujiu was immediately bewildered after hearing his words.

The Holy Spirit Cult? Isn't that a strange and unusual cult? They actually managed to get Kong Tianxu to transfer there from the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, and even brought along some of the geniuses from the previous competition?

He glanced deeply at Kong Tianxu and Tang Ya, who was clearly sobbing in his arms, and wisely refrained from asking any further questions.

Even after Tang Ya and the rest of the Holy Spirit Cult had all checked in, she still ignored the strange looks from everyone, including Cain, Xu Tianzhen, and Nan Qiuqiu, and stuck to Kong Tianxu like glue, following him all the way into the room.

However, after seeing the furnishings in Kong Tianxu's room, she put on a pitiful expression.

"Princess Jiu Jiu, what's wrong with you? You just walked into my room all by yourself. Aren't you afraid something will happen?" Kong Tianxu was speechless at the princess's shamelessness.

"If you have the guts, you can finish what you did at the Treasure Pavilion last time. Hmph, I'm afraid you won't dare."

After a long, carefree flick of her hair, she glanced around at the No. 1 Sky Villa on the top floor of the Mingyue Hotel and said with a hint of sourness:

"The Sun and Moon Empire is truly luxurious. No wonder your little girlfriend from the Sun and Moon royal family complained that our Star Emperor Hotel is too short."

She's absolutely right. At the Mingyue Hotel, the lower the floor, the worse the rooms; the higher the floor, the better. There are only eight rooms on the top floor, known as "sky villas," which are extremely luxurious.

Each penthouse is accessed through a massive, castle-like archway, and inside are a reception room, living room, large conference room, twenty bedrooms of varying sizes, a gym, a tea room, a sky garden of over 200 square meters, and even a 20-meter square sky swimming pool located in the center of the villa.

In addition, the villa even has a small training ground, built with special materials and a soul tool defense system, which can defend against most soul skill attacks below the Soul Saint level.

This is the most luxurious service and facilities available to the participating teams in this year's competition, enjoyed by only eight teams. Kong Tianxu and his team are staying in the most luxurious No. 1 Sky Villa.

"The Star Luo National Academy doesn't reside on the top floor?" Kong Tianxu immediately understood the meaning behind Xu Jiujiu's words and asked with a frown.

"Yes, although our Xingluo National Academy can't compare to Tianxu, we were still one of the top four in the last competition."

Xu Jiujiu quickly nodded, her big eyes looking like those of a musk deer, full of grievance.

As the princess of the second largest country on the continent, it's no wonder she was angry that she was assigned to a second-tier room.

If it were truly because he was unfamiliar with the place, that would be fine, but since he had encountered Kong Tianxu, Xu Jiujiu naturally had to try his luck, even if it seemed like a chance.

As a powerful member of the royal family in charge of intelligence, Xu Jiujiu was well aware of the immense influence that Prince Tianxu, who was much younger than her, wielded in the Sun Moon Empire. This small favor was surely within her grasp.

Not to mention, she believed she had a fairly good relationship with the other party.

"The people below have gone a bit too far. I will make arrangements as soon as possible." Kong Tianxu had moved to the doorway at some point.

"Really?!"

Overjoyed, she exerted a little force with her slender legs, and as her skirt fluttered, she lightly kissed Kong Tianxu on the cheek.

"This is your reward, Tianxu."

She whispered softly in Kong Tianxu's ear for a long time, and a blush quickly rose on her face.

Although Kong Tianxu was already exceptionally handsome five years ago, he was still just a child. But five years later, he has grown into a tall, handsome young man. Even Princess Jiujiu, who has seen countless handsome men, couldn't help but admire him. It's truly a face that even women would envy!

At the same time, this good start greatly encouraged her; next, it was time to discuss some truly important issues—

“I know what you want, but this reward isn’t enough, Princess Jiu Jiu.” Kong Tianxu turned around and gave a wicked smile.

"Click".

The door was locked.

A gust of evil wind swept in.

"Waaah..."

Unlike the previous light pecks, this was a real kiss, domineering and aggressive.

Her mind went blank for a long time; the unprecedented feeling made her supposedly sharp mind suddenly shut down. Moreover, it wasn't just the touch of her lips; the clear tearing sound made her even more bewildered.

it's here?

Just then, a figure silently appeared behind Xu Jiujiu and spoke angrily:

"live--"

Before he could finish speaking, Kong Tianxu pointed out with his palm, which had already reached the peak and explored the valley. The silvery-white spatial rift opened instantly, swallowing up the figure of the old woman in the red robe with white hair and beard.

"Heh, Nebula Douluo." Kong Tianxu sighed indistinctly, continuing to mutter "Grandma Manyi" that had just slipped out of his mouth.

In the blink of an eye, the overwhelming pressure that had permeated the entire room vanished without a trace, as if the level 93 Nebula Fan Martial Soul expert had merely passed by. And Princess Jiujiu was now left with only her undergarment.

The bright yellow upper pocket is heavy, with a tulip openwork pattern embroidered on the right side, representing the royal family of the Star Luo Empire, with occasional white petals as embellishments. On the left is a tiger head pattern with a bright red heart, exuding domineering power, signifying that the current royal family has not forgotten the former White Tiger Dynasty.

After a long time, he had lost all sense of what the world was like. His mind was a blur, his eyes were brimming with tears, and he could only manage to utter a few broken cries with the last vestiges of clarity:

"Tian, ​​Tianxu, I was wrong, I was wrong! I just came to ask you for the Crown Star! I won't ask you for it anymore, I won't ask you for it anymore, okay?"

At the last moment, Kong Tianxu stopped and looked at Xu Jiujiu with a half-smile.

Princess Jiujiu breathed a sigh of relief.

“The Crown Star has already merged with me, but I do have a way to return it to you, it just depends on whether Princess Jiu Jiu is willing to accept it.”

Kong Tianxu examined the tulips and tiger heads, his smile growing increasingly malicious.

Xu Jiujiu's eyes lit up.

"How do I repay it?"

"Repay it this way."

Princess Jiujiu started having shivering.

……

Watching Xu Jiujiu's hasty retreat, Cain, who "just happened" to push open the door, revealed a thoughtful look in his eyes.

Kong Tianxu asked in a low voice, "What did you see?"

Cain gently shook his head and said, "I just feel that participating in such an international competition, and not being a participant himself, seems unnecessary to trouble this famous princess."

The word "famous" is absolutely fitting for Xu Jiujiu. In the Star Luo Empire, she is a household name and a powerful figure. Moreover, she is extremely beautiful and deeply loved by the people.

"Yes, if it's just about participating in the competition, then of course there's no need for Your Highness to trouble yourself. But if you're bringing in some people, then Your Highness's special status is very necessary."

Kong Tianxu narrowed his eyes slightly and gently stroked Cain, who had come closer to him. His originally lazy gaze gradually sharpened.

"Yin'er, how are those few things going?"

"We have successfully cut off the other hotels' recruitment of travelers from the original Douluo Three Kingdoms. Now, most of the people from the original Three Kingdoms who come to Mingdu are staying in hotels around the radiation zone of Warehouse Zero. However, there may be some non-Mingdu residents from the Sun Moon Empire mixed in among them."

"As for Chen An and Wan Wang, they are right outside the door, waiting for your summons at any time," Cain explained methodically.

"Bring them in. Also, go and see which floor Shrek Academy is on. Tell Xu Mingyue to follow the rules and not be so stingy in a place like this."

"Hmm," Cain responded, but did not move immediately. Instead, he pressed himself even closer to Kong Tianxu.

Feeling the girl's affection in his arms, Kong Tianxu looked into the distance. With his eyesight and the excellent view from the Mingyue Hotel, most of Mingdu was clearly in sight, with the hotels that had been built in recent years standing out particularly tall.

I watched him build his magnificent mansion, I watched him host lavish banquets, I watched him…

He suddenly felt a pang of emotion:

"Yin'er, don't you think I'm cruel?"

"Do not."

Cain's tone remained soft and gentle, but it came without hesitation.

"Oh, why? Because the success of one general is built on the bones of ten thousand?" Kong Tianxu looked at her with a smile.

“No,” Cain finally raised his head, his azure eyes calm and serene, “because for the strongest, life and death are a matter of a single thought; death can also be a blessing.”

Kong Tianxu raised his hand and looked at the Blood Moon Circle he always wore on his hand, his first level-seven soul tool.

A banner for all souls, a place where spirits can find refuge, stands silently within.

He clenched his fist, just like five years ago, as if he were encompassing the entire sky in his hand, and then smiled slightly.

"You're absolutely right."

"Those who praise my true name will attain eternal life in the cycle of reincarnation."

……

Also on the top floor of the Mingyue Hotel, Wang Qiu'er stood quietly on the spacious semi-circular balcony, gazing at the same distant view as Kong Tianxu.

As an imperial auspicious beast, she had never known what "country bumpkin" meant before. In her eyes, humans only knew how to make delicious buns and how to make bad ones.

But after staying at Mingyue, the most expensive hotel on the mainland, especially after moving to the top floor, she truly experienced some of that feeling herself.

When they first checked into the villa, everyone on the Shrek Academy team was deeply moved. Even Dai Huabin, the son of a duke, had never seen such a luxurious hotel before.

Twenty rooms are more than enough for a group of only a dozen or so people. Daily meals can be customized and are provided free of charge by the hotel.

And above the azure waters of the pool behind her was a glass dome. It was a perfect night, and soft, pale blue lights illuminated the area around the pool. Looking up, there was an endless starry sky. The beauty was enough to enchant anyone.

Turning around, Wang Qiu'er looked at the luxurious space, a hint of confusion in her eyes, and muttered to herself:

"Did that jerk switch these out for us? Why? Aren't we enemies? Why are he being so nice to us?"

"Yes. That's right. Tianxu is quite different from those guys from the Sun Moon Empire, and of course, he's different from Shrek Academy."