Douluo Continent: Breaking the Million-Year Barrier, the Golden Ranking Exposes Me

Chapter 72 Three Days Later, the Genius Ranking

"My father's arrangements had their own reasons, but I need to walk my own path in life."

Wang Dong'er successfully reconciled the cognitive conflict brought about by her two identities, turning that sense of loneliness into motivation to move forward.

Just then, the door to the secret room was gently pushed open.

Sensing the change in her aura, Niu Tian and Titan quickly walked in.

"Dong'er! You're awake!"

Titan's voice was loud and clear, filled with undisguised concern.

The huge body nimbly darted to the bedside and carefully examined Wang Dong'er.

"How do you feel? Do you feel uncomfortable anywhere?"

Niu Tian was calm and composed.

But his eyes were also filled with tension, his bluish-gold eyes carefully sensing her condition.

Looking at these two elders who had protected her like fathers for many years, Wang Dong'er felt a warmth in her heart.

She smiled and shook her head: "Uncle, Uncle, I'm fine."

"It feels... better than ever before."

Her voice was gentle and peaceful, carrying a reassuring power.

Titan and Niu Tian finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Titan rubbed his hands together, tentatively asking with some trepidation, "Dong'er, your memories... are they all...?"

Wang Dong'er nodded and said frankly.

"Yes, Second Father, I remember everything."

After a moment of contemplation, Niu Tian asked the crucial question: "So what are your plans next? Will you continue to stay in Douluo Continent to train, or... should we notify Tang San to bring you back to the God Realm?"

His tone carried a barely perceptible hint of caution, as if he feared that this girl they had watched grow up might choose to leave.

Without any hesitation, Wang Dong'er looked outside the secret room, as if she could see that familiar sky through the wall, and said firmly.

“I choose to stay. Uncle, Uncle, no matter what my identity is, I have companions and experiences here that I cannot part with.”

“My father made me come down, probably so that I could experience these things.”

"I want to continue learning and growing at Shrek Academy as Wang Dong'er, and walk my own path."

Upon hearing this answer, Niu Tian and Titan exchanged a glance, both seeing a relieved and contented smile in each other's eyes.

That's great, Dong'er is still their Dong'er!
"Good! Good! Staying is a good idea!"

Titan slapped his thigh with joy.

Niu Tian smiled and nodded: "Since you have made your decision, we will naturally support you. However, now that your identity has been exposed, you need to be more cautious in your future actions."

At this moment, Niu Tian seemed to remember something.

He continued, "During the time you were unconscious, someone was very worried about you. Would you like to see him?"

Wang Dong'er naturally knew who Niu Tian was talking about, and two faint blushes involuntarily rose on her face.

He said softly "Hmm".

Soon, Huo Yuhao, having received the news, arrived at the secret room with immense trepidation and nervousness.

He stood at the door, hesitant to go in.

It remains to be seen how Dong'er, now that she has regained her memories as the daughter of the sea god, will treat her former "roommate."

Just as he was struggling internally, Wang Dong'er had already reached the door.

She looked at the boy in front of her, who seemed a little uneasy because of his worry, and smiled.

That smile was as bright as ever, as if it had dispelled all barriers and gloom.

She reached out and gently patted Huo Yuhao's shoulder, her tone carrying a familiar reproach mixed with a hint of barely perceptible tenderness: "Hey, what are you standing there for?"

"So what if I have a slightly more powerful father? I'm still me, still the Wang Dong'er who would fight you for chicken legs, fight alongside you, and use the Martial Soul Fusion Technique with you!"

"How you got along before is how you will get along in the future. Do you understand?"

Huo Yuhao was stunned.

Looking at the smiling young girl in front of me.

Those big eyes still held the familiar liveliness and cunning, as if nothing had changed.

A surge of warmth and indescribable emotion welled up in his heart, instantly dispelling all his unease and anxiety.

He nodded vigorously, his eyes welling up with tears, his voice trembling slightly, yet he said with unwavering determination, "Yes! I understand! Dong'er!"

The two looked at each other and smiled. All their worries vanished in that moment.

The difference in their social status did not become an obstacle; on the contrary, it made the friendship forged in battle even more precious and steadfast.

Just as Shrek Academy was finding some solace in this heartwarming scene...

Outside, the three-day countdown has begun.

Throughout the entire Douluo Continent, whether it's human empires, sects, or the soul beasts of the Star Dou Great Forest.

Everyone is secretly preparing for the upcoming "genius list" and eagerly anticipating it.

Everyone wants to know.

On this vast stage that encompasses both Soul Masters and Soul Beasts.

Which names will make it into the top twenty, representing endless potential and the future?
……

Three days.

It quietly passed by amidst the anticipation, tension, and complex emotions of various factions on the Douluo Continent.

When the first rays of dawn on the third day pierced the darkness and shone upon the earth on time.

The golden list hanging high in the sky seemed to awaken from its slumber.

"Boom boom boom!"

Suddenly, it burst forth with a dazzling light that was more radiant and full of vitality than ever before!
The light was no longer a single shade of gold!
Instead, it is as magnificent as a rainbow, and as infinitely possible as a nascent universe.

It instantly dispelled the gloom that had been weighing on people's hearts for days.

Capture everyone's attention firmly.

[Douluo Continent Genius Ranking, 20th: Xu Sanshi!]

At the very last line of the list, the light seemed to gather.

A name appears.

At the same time, a dark beam of light, as gentle as ripples yet resilient, descended from the sky, accompanied by faint phantom images of a tortoise and snake.

It landed precisely in the direction of Shrek Academy.

[Affiliation: Shrek Academy (Outer School)]

[Soul Power Level: Level 41, Defensive Type Battle Soul Master]

[Martial Soul: Xuanming Turtle (Top-tier defensive martial soul, containing a trace of Xuanwu bloodline)]

[Talent Assessment: Excellent Martial Soul quality, emerging bloodline potential, outstanding defensive talent, resilient and composed temperament, capable of greatly protecting teammates in battle, making them extremely valuable to the team. Overall rating: Ranked twentieth.]

[Rewards: Soul Power increased by one level, Xuanming Turtle's defense increased by 15%, affinity for water attribute slightly increased, and the secret skill "Xuanming Shock" (can instantly unleash a shockwave, combining defensive counterattack and crowd control effects).]

"Twentieth place! Xu Sanshi! He's from Shrek Academy!"

"A level 41 Soul Master! What incredible talent!"

"The Xuanming Turtle, a top-tier defensive martial soul! And it can even awaken the Xuanwu bloodline?"

"The team's value is extremely high... Jinbang's assessment is very accurate. With him on the team, the team's survivability will be greatly enhanced!"

"The reward is pretty good too. It directly increased my soul power by one level, strengthened my defense, and gave me a new soul skill!"

Discussions arose across the mainland.

Xu Sanshi's inclusion on the list did not cause much surprise, after all, Shrek Academy has a well-known reputation.

This successful start undoubtedly gave many human soul master forces a strong boost.

……

Shrek Academy, outer courtyard.

Xu Sanshi, who was fixing his hair in front of the mirror in his dormitory, preparing to go find Jiang Nannan, was hit by this sudden beam of reward light.

He was stunned at first.

He then felt the surging increase in soul power within his body and the newly acquired "Mysterious Nether Shock" secret technique in his mind.

His face instantly lit up with ecstatic joy!
"Haha! I made the list!"

"I, Xu Sanshi, am on the list too! Number 20! Nannan, did you see that?!"

He was so excited that he danced around, eager to rush to Jiang Nannan and show off.

This is not just an improvement in strength, but also a tremendous honor!

(End of this chapter)