Douluo: The Unrivaled Demon Lord

Chapter 152 Ma Xiaotao's Request Arrives and the Capable Do More Work, Evil Little Ji
Beside a wetland in the northern part of the Star Luo Empire, the spatial gate opened again, and Ma Xiaotao and the others landed one by one, while Shu Yan and the other two slowly walked out with Han Ruoruo and Ling Luochen, and then landed steadily.

Seeing everyone's pale faces from vomiting, Shu Yan said helplessly:
"Haven't you gotten used to it yet? To be honest, I've been very gentle..."

Ma Xiaotao took out her water bag and rinsed her mouth, then raised her charming eyes and looked at Shu Yan with a resentful expression, saying:
"I suspect you're setting us up, but I have no proof..."

"Correct!"

"+1"

Everyone echoed, saying that this feeling was really too uncomfortable, especially Ning Tian and Gongyang Mo, who were both support-type soul masters. They hadn't recovered yet and were barely able to get up by leaning on the rocks.

Ling Luochen looked at everyone with some confusion. She had traveled with Shu Yan through space teleportation more than once or twice, but she had never felt any discomfort. Why did it become like this when it happened to other people?
What Ling Luochen didn't know was that if it weren't for Shu Yan's special care, she probably wouldn't be in much better shape now...

Shu Yan understood very well the principle that one must treat one's woman well and make her special.

Han Ruoruo looked at the swaying crowd, then glanced at the babbling brook not far away, and then spoke softly:

"Let's rest here for a while; you don't look ready to continue our journey..."

Ma Xiaotao and the others then realized what was happening... After looking around, Ma Xiaotao asked curiously:
"Where are we?"

"In the northern part of the Star Luo Empire, about a thousand kilometers away from Shrek Academy."

Shu Yan answered her questions and fed several pills refined by the Ye family to Huo Yuhao and the others, who had the weakest cultivation levels. Otherwise, given their condition, anyone who didn't know better would think they had just had their kidneys squeezed...

"What!?"

Ma Xiaotao's eyes widened in disbelief as she looked at Shu Yan.

The others also wore expressions of disbelief. They had checked the time; it had been less than five minutes since they left Shrek Academy… What did that mean? They could hardly believe it…

"No, are you serious?"

After regaining her senses, Ma Xiaotao quickly asked.

"Do I really need to joke like this with you guys? If I didn't have so many of you with me, I could already be checking into a hotel in Xingluo City..."

Shu Yan shrugged and said casually.

"Alright, stop being surprised. Ayan's control over spatial power has reached the point where he can perform long-distance spatial teleportation. Spatial power is unpredictable and its uses are endless. If you can master it in your lifetime, you will understand its mysteries..."

Han Ruoruo kindly offered an explanation.

"Then, Han Xue... Teacher Han, what level do we need to cultivate to have a chance to control the power of space?"

It was Huo Yuhao, whose face was deathly pale, who was still unsteady on his feet even with Wang Dong's support.

Han Ruoruo thought for a moment, then spoke:

"Logically speaking, once you condense your second soul core and break through to the Limit Douluo level, you will be able to control some spatial power. Ayan is different from you. His martial soul is born with extremely powerful spatial attributes. In addition, almost all of his soul rings come from powerful spatial attribute soul beasts. Combined with many opportunities, he is able to control such powerful spatial power at his current level."

"What? Only by becoming a Limit Douluo can one master some spatial power?"

Huo Yuhao was a little confused and couldn't quite believe what he had just heard.

Wang Dong's lips twitched as he looked at him. Then, he quietly reached out and pinched Huo Yuhao's soft flesh on his waist hard. Huo Yuhao gasped and immediately came back to his senses.

"Yes, keep it up, Junior Brother Huo. Your original spirit is of very good quality. I can see that your spiritual power far surpasses that of other spirit masters of the same level. If you can cultivate your spiritual power to a tangible and substantial level in the future, it is not impossible for you to control the power of space."

Han Ruoruo nodded gently, offering Huo Yuhao a very tender word of encouragement.

She actually liked Huo Yuhao quite a bit. There aren't many young men like him who are so pure-hearted and of such good character. It's just a pity that he came from a poor background and didn't receive good upbringing when he was young. Otherwise, he might have been able to join the reserve team based on his own abilities.

"Senior Han, I also have a question..."

A slightly weak voice came from one side.

Ning Tian, ​​pale-faced, was helped to his feet by Xi Xi. Her usually gentle voice carried a hint of pitifulness due to her physical discomfort.

“Junior Sister Ning Tian, ​​just ask whatever you want to ask... As long as it’s something you can talk about, I can answer your questions.”

Han Ruoruo maintained her gentle demeanor and treated her juniors very well.

Ning Tian had regained some of her composure by then. A pang of regret welled up inside her, but having already spoken, she could only grit her teeth and say:
"Um... this is a bit special. Could I ask Senior Sister Han and Senior Brother Shu Yan separately after we get to Xingluo City...?"

Everyone glanced at Ning Tian thoughtfully, but no one said anything more.

"Sure, these are no big deal."

Han Ruoruo agreed without much thought. From Ning Tian's attitude, she could tell that this matter was not a small one. Although the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School and their Han family were in some competition, this competition had always been kept within a reasonable range by both sides. Unless the two sides turned against each other directly, she and Ning Tian were the direct heirs of their respective forces, so maintaining a good relationship was only natural.

……

After resting for about half an hour, everyone had almost recovered.

The two teleportations saved everyone a thousand kilometers of travel, but Shu Yan would not help with the rest of the journey... This was Han Ruoruo's idea; the two teams still needed to work out together, which was also what Xuanzi had told her before they set off.

Bei Bei took Huo Yuhao to a nearby stream to fish with electricity. Huo Yuhao's grilled fish was famous in the outer courtyard, and even some inner courtyard students had heard of it. Now that they had the opportunity to taste it, they naturally did not refuse.

During the break, Shu Yan sat alone in the shade of a tree not far away. Ma Xiaotao hesitated for a moment, then walked towards him. After confirming that Han Ruoruo wouldn't notice them for a while, she spoke softly:

"Um... Shu Yan, could you do me a favor?"

Shu Yan glanced at her, then said:

"You can seek help from Luo Chen to suppress the evil fire; she won't refuse you anymore."

Ma Xiaotao hesitated for a moment, but then mustered her courage and asked:
"I heard... you helped Senior Sister Wu Ming evolve her martial soul to the ultimate fire... I'd like to ask, how exactly did you do that..."

After a pause, Ma Xiaotao added, "Of course, don't misunderstand, I definitely won't take advantage of you for nothing. The teacher has already said that as long as you are willing to help, the academy is willing to trade treasures of equal value with you. This is something that Elder Xuan has guaranteed."

Shu Yan glanced at Ma Xiaotao, who seemed somewhat shy, once more, and after a moment's thought, he spoke:
"I do have a method, but I need to see your sincerity first..."

Ma Xiaotao stiffened inexplicably, then said somewhat shyly:

"There are too many people here...isn't that a bit inappropriate?"

Two question marks appeared above Shu Yan's head. He felt that something was off about Ma Xiaotao. Was this what he meant by sincerity?
"No, sister, that's not what I meant. Do you think I'm that kind of person?"

Ma Xiaotao frowned, then spoke:

"You mean I'm some kind of promiscuous person?"

Shu Yan chuckled and shook his head. Ma Xiaotao had her flaws, but she was a great friend.

"I didn't mean that, don't slander me... We can talk about this when we get back to the academy. If you stay any longer, Sister Ruoruo and Luo Chen will probably team up to torture me again..."

As Shu Yan spoke, he glanced in the direction of the camp, where two pairs of eerie eyes were already watching every rustle of wind and movement.

Ma Xiaotao also noticed the two pairs of eyes behind her. She pursed her lips and then said:
"You scumbag! I really don't know how you convinced two senior girls and that ice-cold Ling Luochen to be with you at the same time... But if it were me, I wouldn't be watching you everywhere you go..."

Shu Yan's lips twitched, thinking to himself, if you were my girlfriend, you'd probably blush on the spot in this situation...

"Alright, stop being a green tea bitch. Your green tea skills are even worse than Luo Chen's... I can't be bothered to even talk to you."

Shu Yan waved his hand, signaling Ma Xiaotao to get lost.

Ma Xiaotao glared at Shu Yan defiantly, but at the same time she was also a little confused. Was she really not as good as the icy Ling Luochen when it came to being a green tea bitch?
……

After enjoying a delicious grilled fish meal, the group set off again, heading as fast as they could towards the Mingdou Mountains in the western part of the Star Luo Empire.

After traveling for some time, the group successfully arrived near the Mingdou Mountains in the early hours of the next day. It was about fifty miles away from the Xingluo Empire's military base.

The Mingdou Mountains are known for their rugged terrain and abundant rare metal veins. Rare metals are an essential element for crafting high-level soul tools. In addition, the unique geographical location of the Mingdou Mountains has made them extremely important to both the Star Luo Sun Moon Kingdom and the Star Luo Sun Moon Kingdom. Both countries have stationed heavy troops in a few areas on both sides of the Mingdou Mountains where troops can be stationed, with a total force of more than one million.

After everyone arrived at the designated location, Ma Xiaotao took out a special signal flare. As a dazzling red light streaked across the night sky, a dozen figures flew in from afar. The sound of the flying soul tools broke the silence around them, making the seemingly harmless forest lively in an instant.

These people were all at least at the Soul Sect realm, and the leader was already at the Soul Saint realm. Otherwise, they wouldn't have been able to arrive so quickly after noticing the commotion.

As these people descended, they surrounded the group. Shu Yan and Han Ruoruo both looked at Dai Yueheng. Dai Yueheng gave everyone a reassuring look, then stepped forward and addressed the Soul Saint at the very front, who possessed seven soul rings—two yellow, three purple, and two black—as follows:
"Mr. Du, it's been a long time..."

……

After a round of the usual greetings and pleasantries, Du Leisi led everyone toward the military camp. During this process, Wang Dong and Huo Yuhao walked at the very back, very close to each other. Huo Yuhao had his head down, but Shu Yan could clearly sense the intense emotional fluctuations emanating from him. After all, it was the first time he had met his father, who only existed in "legend," and it was already quite remarkable that Huo Yuhao could control his emotions to this extent.

Shu Yan and Han Ruoruo walked at the front of the group. One of them was a newly promoted titled Douluo and the team leader, while the other was the number one genius of the Douluo Continent. Together, they were a perfect match, and even in the military camp, their combination was very eye-catching.

Upon arriving at the central military tent, the group successfully met Dai Hao.

Dai Hao was a handsome and resolute middle-aged man. As a marshal in the army, he had an excellent temperament, which was both dignified and gentle, and at the same time, he had an iron-blooded aura.

Apart from Shu Yan, Han Ruoruo, and Ling Luochen, who only bowed slightly in greeting, everyone else greeted Dai Hao very solemnly. Dai Yueheng, in particular, knelt down on one knee, showing that he still respected his father greatly.

Dai Hao glanced around at everyone, his gaze lingering longest on Shu Yan and Han Ruoruo. After exchanging a few polite words as usual, he then shared all the information about the "Death Hand" bandit gang with everyone.

After receiving the specific information, Shu Yan, Han Ruoruo, and Ling Luochen said goodbye and left, while Ma Xiaotao and the others continued to talk with Dai Hao.

A moment later, Dai Hao also left, and Ma Xiaotao and the others returned to the military tent arranged by Dai Hao to rest.

Going into the mountains at night to "suppress bandits" is not a wise thing to do, especially since Shu Yan and Han Ruoruo will not take action unless absolutely necessary. This is an arrangement that Xuanzi just sent to the two of them via telepathy.

With warm, soft women in his arms, Shu Yan didn't say much...

They won't make a move? That "Strongest Soul King in History," the Grim Reaper, is no joke...

With the "divine skill" Corpse Explosion in hand, he almost wiped out all the regular Shrek Seven Devils. This achievement is unprecedented. Even for a Super Douluo of the Evil Soul Master, it would be extremely difficult to do this... In some ways, is the Death Messenger greater than the Super Douluo of the Evil Soul Master?
Shu Yan felt that there was actually nothing wrong with saying that...

After all, even a Super Douluo-level Evil Soul Master couldn't handle a Death Messenger...

……

With the moon and stars shining brightly, and everyone else resting, Dai Yueheng quietly left the military tent and headed deeper into the camp.

On Shu Yan's side, Han Ruoruo and Ling Luochen were both meditating and regulating their breathing, while he sat alone on the somewhat rough wooden bed, thinking about something.

A moment later, Xie Ji's somewhat resentful voice suddenly came:

"Can't you stop pressing my head? It's so uncomfortable..."

Shu Yan snapped out of his daze, pinched Xie Ji's cheek with a hint of apology, and then said:
"Sorry, it's a habit, I promise it won't happen again..."

"Pah! Again, 'next time for sure'... I'll never believe your nonsense again..."

Xie Ji gritted her teeth and glared at Shu Yan. She was utterly defeated. How did she end up with a host like Shu Yan? Not only was she being disciplined during the day... but now she was being bullied even at night...

This is truly outrageous!
After thinking for a moment, Xie Ji bent down again, and said fiercely:
"I'll squeeze you dry, you bastard! What will you do when you can't even pay your taxes?"

Shu Yan gently stroked Xie Ji's hair, feeling that Xie Ji seemed to have become a fool lately...

If she could drain him dry, that would be a real problem... But since Xie Ji didn't realize this, Shu Yan didn't mind letting her suffer a bit more...

Anyway, the capable should do more work, and Xie Ji is obviously much more durable than Han Ruoruo and the others...

……

(End of this chapter)