Douluo Continent: We agreed on a simulation, but they've come to life?

"I overheard it myself, it was said by that butler surnamed Chen," Lu Cheng said helplessly.

"If you don't believe me, why don't you take Mom out of Xuanming City and try it?"

"..."

At this point, Jiang Nannan's eyes turned somewhat cold.

Because she was indeed summoned by the matriarch of the Xu family, who said she wanted to be Xu Sanshi's concubine. Just half a year ago, she had written to Lu Cheng, asking him to take Jiang's mother to Shrek City, but after sending several letters, nothing came of it.

It seems that, as Lu Cheng said, Jiang's mother is the key target that the Xu family is targeting her.

"Xu Sanshi..."

Jiang Nannan clenched her fists, her eyes blazing with fury.

She had seen that guy at Shrek Academy, but the two didn't have much interaction.

But I never expected...

"What should I do?"

Jiang Nannan gritted her teeth and looked at Lu Cheng with a helpless expression.

If it were an ordinary noble, she might be able to intimidate them with her status as an outer disciple of Shrek Academy, but the opponent was the Xuanming Sect, a true behemoth.

It seems that only the Dean of the Martial Soul Department could break this deadlock.

But given her status and position as a young girl, it's probably very difficult...

Chapter 45 Entering Shrek City

“I will join Shrek Academy and use my talent to seek an opportunity for Shrek Academy to intervene…” Lu Cheng said softly.

“So you…” Jiang Nannan finally came to her senses and glanced at Lu Cheng with some guilt.

This child kept it a secret for so many years, all for his mother's sake.

Who would have thought he was only ten years old?!

"You've had a tough time all these years." Jiang Nannan gently stroked Lu Cheng's cheek with her delicate hand, her eyes soft.

……

A month later.

The Xu family residence.

"Master, the second young mistress has taken that boy away with her."

Butler Chen looked suspicious: "Could it be that they've noticed something? Should I..."

It wasn't that he was paranoid, but over the years, he had been trying to cause trouble for Lu Cheng, but had never succeeded. So he suspected that the kid was probably quite clever.

"Hehe, you think too highly of them." Xu Jiangliu chuckled, his deep voice resonating: "Even if they see through the trick, so what? As long as Jiang's mother is still alive, they can't escape the grasp of my Xu family. That kid is indeed quite clever. He was probably taken by the Jiang family girl to Shrek Academy to be a male servant, or perhaps he went to Shrek City to find a more lucrative job to treat Jiang's mother's illness."

In his broad palm, the latter gently touched a jade bead, his eyes relaxed.

"If you take action now, you'll completely break off relations and make everyone unhappy. Why bother?"

"Besides, there are still six months until San Shi's optimal awakening period. There's no need to rush. Let that kid go to Shrek Academy to broaden his horizons, let him know just how big the gap is between him and Jiang Nannan, and give up that idea..."

“What the master is saying is true…” Chen Nian bowed and said.

……

Outside Shrek City.

Behind the tall and wide city walls, the noise gradually reached my ears. It truly lived up to its reputation as the number one city on the continent, far more prosperous than Xuanming City.

Entering from the west gate, you will pass by countless magnificent shops along the way.

Soul bones of various ages, tools made of animal hides, luxurious tailor shops, and even the latest soul tools—it encompasses almost all derivatives of a soul master.

However, after glancing at his empty pockets, even though Lu Cheng was extremely envious, he had to shake his head.

After thinking for a moment, the two decided to ask a kind neighbor to help take care of Jiang's mother.

Lu Cheng will cultivate madly for half a year, showcasing his talent and attracting the attention of Shrek Academy's higher-ups, before seeking an opportunity to rescue Jiang's mother.

The two traveled eastward, traversing the entire Shrek City, and finally arrived at the East Gate as dusk was falling. This gate borders Shrek Academy, and thus this year's admissions office is located here.

Several students dressed in light yellow school uniforms were gathered around a table, laughing and joking as they discussed something.

The moment they saw Jiang Nannan, the male trainees were immediately stunned.

“This is my younger brother, Lu Cheng. He’s ten years old and has level twenty-three soul power. I introduced him to Teacher Mu Jin…” Jiang Nannan’s eyes were calm, as if she was already used to this, and she explained softly.

"oh oh……"

One of the male students snapped out of his daze and quickly nodded, saying, "There's definitely no problem with her talent. The most talented person this year is only a level 29 Great Soul Master. Besides, Sister Nan, you're quite famous in the outer academy, so we naturally believe that..."

As he spoke, he looked at Lu Cheng with burning eyes: "Come on, junior, fill in your basic information. My name is Zhang Lin, and I am a student in Class 4 of the second year. If you encounter any trouble, just come to me."

"Thank you."

Lu Cheng found it amusing, but nodded without exposing it.

Watching the two figures walk away.

Several students from the outer academy exchanged glances: "Jiang Nannan, the most beautiful girl in the outer academy, actually has a younger brother? This is big news! How come we've never heard her mention it?"

"She's always been quite aloof. It's said that the only person she gets along with is her roommate, Tang Ya. It's normal that this news hasn't spread. Although they don't share the same surname, judging from their relationship... they might be cousins ​​in the same family."

"..."

Entering the campus.

Lu Cheng looked up and saw several sculptures standing at the entrance.

The Shrek Seven Devils, Master, Flander, and others.

Under the sunlight, it can be considered extremely sacred.

"Nannan?"

A voice rang out.

Tang Ya, a pretty black-haired girl with a ponytail, skipped over and linked arms with Jiang Nannan, her eyes full of teasing: "Aren't you going to introduce this handsome young man to us?"

“My younger brother…” Jiang Nannan blushed and said coquettishly.

"Is he my biological brother or my lover?" Tang Ya asked with a mischievous grin.

Since they shared a dormitory, they naturally knew of Lu Cheng's existence.

She knew that the two were not related by blood.

“You…” Jiang Nannan’s beautiful eyes widened, becoming increasingly embarrassed and annoyed.

"Alright, Xiaoya, stop fooling around." A handsome blond boy, about 1.78 meters tall, appeared behind her, looking at Tang Ya with a hint of doting in his eyes.

"..."

Jiang Nannan glanced at Bei Bei, remembering that Xu Sanshi had a good relationship with her, and her eyes gradually turned cold.

"I have something to do, you guys go ahead and get on with your work..."

After saying that, he pulled Lu Cheng and headed towards the Academic Affairs Office.

"Sigh, Nannan is acting strange today." Tang Ya said, somewhat bewildered.

"Don't pry into other people's family affairs," Bei Bei said helplessly, gently pinching the girl's pert nose. "You can see through things but don't say anything. Her relationship with that boy is obviously not ordinary."

"Oh right, I forgot to ask him if he wanted to join our Tang Clan!" Tang Ya smacked her head in annoyance.

"There's plenty of time. Ask again next time we meet," Beibei said softly, her lips twitching slightly.

"..."

“That guy was Xu Sanshi’s best buddy, his name is Beibei. He’s no good either. Stay away from him… Hmph.” Jiang Nannan’s pink eyes flashed coldly as she snorted.

Tang Ya often begged her not to go to the dormitory at night. She knew perfectly well what Tang Ya's purpose was: to meet with Bei Bei in secret. Out of respect for Tang Ya, she had no choice but to agree.

Hmph, men.

"it is good."

Lu Cheng nodded.

He didn't have any ill feelings towards Beibei, but he and Xu Sanshi were practically brothers, so he hoped that Beibei wouldn't cause any trouble, otherwise he wouldn't be so ruthless.

"arrive……"

At the entrance to the teaching room.

Jiang Nannan gently straightened Lu Cheng's collar, softly reminded him of some enrollment matters, afraid that her younger brother would get lost. After stuffing fifty gold soul coins into his hand, she left hesitantly.

"dududu~"

Lu Cheng knocked on the door.

"Please come in." A deep, resonant voice rang out.

"You are... Lu Cheng?"

Du Weilun pushed up his glasses and looked at the boy who walked in with great interest. Mu Jin had come by herself before. Jiang Nannan from their class wanted to recommend a younger brother who was ten years old, in the 23rd grade, and from a poor family. This meant that he had not received many resources, yet he had managed to get to this point.

If the recommendations are all true.

That would be quite something.

At ten years old and at level twenty-three, he's not yet at the optimal age for enrollment. By next year, when he'll be eleven, he might be at level twenty-seven or twenty-eight. It's even possible that he'll advance to Soul Master before he turns twelve.

"Show your martial spirit."

Du Weilun's slightly chubby fingers were unusually nimble, the pen dancing in his hand as he played with it with great interest, all the while glancing at Lu Cheng.

As for things like crystal balls that test soul power, they are unnecessary.

"Om..."

Lu Cheng remained calm, surrounded by flames.

A powerful aura slowly rose.

It originated from the Golden Crow, and also from the bow that shot down the sun.