Douluo Continent: A Thousand Miles of Cultivation

"Of course! I have firsthand information. If my dad hadn't forbade me to go watch the game, I could have witnessed the whole thing. It's such a shame!"

Hearing Ning Rongrong's regretful words, Tang San asked with some confusion, "Didn't your brother lose? Why do you seem to be on the 'Singer's' side?"

"Isn't it normal to lose because you're not strong enough? My brother admires Qian Shui quite a bit, except for my dad and the others who don't like him." Ning Rongrong crossed her arms, somewhat puzzled as to why Tang San would ask such a question.

"What about the first generation of the Myth?" Rabbit couldn't hold back any longer.

"Because it's not just that the 'Singer' is strong, but that the entire Spirit Hall squad he led was very strong!"

It's not like this academy is bragging. Back then, the Mythical Generation team consisted of seven people. Apart from the missing Qian Shui and the others, the remaining six were all outstanding individuals. The weakest one is now the Minister of Education of the Heavenly Dou Empire. All the academies in the empire are under his jurisdiction, and he is a healing support.

Then the most famous is the team leader, "Iron-Blooded Shark," the absolute ace of the Spirit Hall's teaching team. She led the team to victory in the last Elite Tournament, and she's a food-type Spirit Master! More importantly, it's rumored that she has already broken through to the Spirit Saint level!

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'Wow, Sasha's so powerful now? What level is she?'

'It's definitely level 70!'

'six.'

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Tang San seemed particularly interested in Qian Shui's situation and pressed further, "What about the others?"

"Some people disappeared like Qian Shui, but that team once had two Soul Kings who achieved the feat of one person instantly killing an entire team!"

Their conversation was quite frank, attracting the attention of Oscar and Dai Mubai. Although Oscar seemed flustered when he saw Ning Huahua because of Dai Mubai's words, he still asked out of curiosity, "Is the academy very weak?"

Dai Mubai patted Oscar on the shoulder, answering his question, "On the contrary, they are all veteran powerhouses that have made it to the finals. What's even more terrifying is that one of them defeated the Netherworld White Tiger of the Star Luo Empire single-handedly!"

At this point, Dai Mubai looked at Zhu Zhuqing, but the latter's eyes remained unmoved, and she didn't even look at him.

Scratching his head, Oscar didn't understand the problem. "But why is his disappearance still having such a profound impact? Just because of his famous teammates?"

This excited Ning Rongrong. "Of course not! It's not that simple at all!"

What's most terrifying about that person isn't just his strength, but the fact that he single-handedly trained all the members of the Martial Soul Team! And he was only ten years old when he took over the Martial Soul Team!

Ten years old! At our age, he was already teaching students! And every single one of them was an outstanding individual!

It can be said that he single-handedly established the current status of support-type Soul Masters on the mainland!

Just like this woman!

Pointing at Ning Huahua's nose, Ning Rongrong was indignant, but she had to admit that Ning Huahua was stronger. This conflicted feeling twisted her expression, making her look particularly aggrieved.

Ning Huahua raised her hands in surrender, but she understood what was going on.

Dai Mubai also sighed, "If Miss Ning Huahua and Sister Qian Shuishui are both disciples of the 'Singer,' then it makes sense that they have such strength at such a young age."

But how could someone like him just disappear? Shouldn't the Spirit Hall be focusing on developing him?

With her hands shrugged, Ning Rongrong said helplessly, "I don't know either, but his final appearance on the continent caused a huge uproar. It can be said that the uproar six years ago indirectly destroyed the original Marshal's Mansion of the Heavenly Dou Empire! The eighth-ring Imperial Marshal, Ge Long, completely disappeared because of this!"

"After causing such a huge uproar, the Spirit Hall should have given an explanation, but in the end, they only said one thing—he went to a place called 'Slaughter City'! My father was extremely tight-lipped about it, only saying that it was a death trap with no chance of survival!"

Xiao Wu panicked. She might not know about other things, but no one knew this better than her. At this point, her mind was filled with the image of Qian Shui's monstrous expression from back then. She hurriedly asked, "Then is he dead?"

Hearing Xiao Wu's question, Dai Mubai was somewhat puzzled, "Isn't she a disciple of the 'Singer'? Don't you know whether he's alive or dead?"

"Don't ask that. In short, we've been separated from him for a long time. Shui Shui was only two years old back then, and we still don't know where he is."

"No wonder...did you even know that, woman?!"

"He won't die~ We only broke up not long ago, but I have no idea what he's up to now~"

Qian Shui rolled her eyes at the kids talking about whether she was dead or not, and couldn't help but speak up to refute the rumors.

"You mean, you were with Qian Shui all along?!" Ning Rongrong became excited upon hearing this, and everyone's attention turned to her. After all, this was probably the first-hand news of Qian Shui's reappearance on the mainland after disappearing for many years!

"Is that so..."

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"I'm spending time with myself, you could say that! Is there anything wrong with what I'm saying, Xiaoxue?"

'Your logic... it does make sense...'

Xiao Wu seemed to have been triggered by something. She grabbed Ning Huahua's hand and asked with a worried expression, "What level is he now? What's his strength? Is he... alright...?"

'Your pet... cares about you that much?'

'this…'

'Then answer her quickly!'

'How can I...tell the truth?!'

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Seeing the expectant looks on everyone's faces, it was clear that they also wanted to know. However, Qian Shui's ramblings were nonsense, but to be honest, they seemed even more like nonsense!

"Are we still fighting or not! We haven't reached an agreement yet?" Zhao Wuji's impatient voice came, and Qian Shui was saved.

"Attack! Attack! Let's finish this first! Quick! Report out your skills one by one!"

Qian Shui finally reached an agreement with Qian Renxue, and he also felt that Zhao Wuji was probably a good person after all!

Chapter 175 Combat

Since the introduction of martial souls started with Ning Rongrong, she was naturally the first to introduce skills, and everyone's attention turned to her again.

Ning Rongrong stuck out her cute little tongue and said embarrassedly, "Don't look at me like that. I'm no different from an ordinary person. I ran away from home!"

Just because she's powerful doesn't mean I can be. I'm not a battle-type support Soul Master, but a traditional support-type Soul Master. Let's get through this test first. My Martial Soul is the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, with two Soul Rings.

It can enhance both speed and strength attributes for everyone, with an increase of around 30%.

"No, there shouldn't be that much. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda's amplification is roughly calculated as a percentage based on level. You don't have much practical experience, do you?"

Qian Shui had studied the amplification effect of the Glazed Pagoda Martial Soul. The specific amplification ratio is related to the output of soul power, and it is roughly based on the level. For example, if Ning Rongrong has a soul power of level 26, the amplification of the Glazed Pagoda will be approximately accurate at 26%.

The reason for saying 30% is probably because the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School has no members who have broken through to the Soul Douluo level, and their spiritual power is insufficient to make an accurate judgment. Ning Rongrong is even more so; she is far from being able to do so.

However, the amplification of the Glazed Pagoda can actually be controlled artificially. Qian Shui guessed that this was probably what the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School called distraction control. It not only controls who gets the bonus, but also how much is added, which is also within the scope of control.

His current soul power level is 90, and Qian Renxue's is as high as 83. Theoretically, the increase from the Glazed Tile Pagoda should be at least 83%, but the soul ring limit is that it can only reach a maximum of 60%.

However, Qian Shui doesn't like to think about this issue. He always just gives himself a boost, full power is enough, simple and straightforward. Controlling the amount of boost is not impossible, anyway, his mental strength is strong enough, it is easy to control, and he can get started very easily.

Whenever the topic of professional matters came up, Qian Shui would become completely clueless, not caring what the girls might think. "Besides, your theory and practice are both subpar, otherwise how come you're only level 26?"

"Hmph, what's it to you, you muscle woman!"

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'…Xiaoxue, she said you're a muscular woman!'

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"I don't understand. Although I am a support-type Soul Master, my combat strength is not weak, and my level is much higher than this child's. Is it just because of my Primordial Spirit Martial Soul?"

Looking at Tang San, who was clearly unconvinced, Ning Huahua said, "I know you're unconvinced, but you'll soon find out."

"I hope so!"

At least in Qian Shui's perception, Qian Shui's physical fitness and soul power are quite good, and she has reached the late stage of Qi Refining. Although her soul rings are not as advanced as his, her overall quality is even stronger than his at the same level back then. However, her combat ability is still questionable, since he didn't teach her that.

"You come!"

Xiang Qian Shuishui beckoned to her, pulled the expressionless girl to her side, and asked, "What weapon are you using?"

"dagger."

"So short?"

The young girl didn't hide it; she took out her usual short dagger from her sleeve and showed it to Qian Shui.

Seeing that the two were having a good conversation, Xiao Wu seemed to have thought of something and teased, "Sister Hua, when did you become an apprentice? It wasn't six years ago, was it?"

"She should be my senior sister, is that what you're trying to say?"

"Uh…"

Xiao Wu felt particularly uncomfortable after being choked back, as if the carrot she had just peeled was snatched away from her as she was about to take a bite.

Ignoring Xiao Wu, he handed the rapier to the girl. "Here, use mine. The shorter the weapon, the more dangerous it is. Weapons are an extension of our hands and feet, and length has its advantages!"

Qian Shui often said this, and Qian Renxue was tired of hearing it, but it was the first time that anyone else had heard this theory, except for Tang San!

"Is this also the philosophy of a 'singer'?!"

He didn't believe that Ning Huahua had come up with this conclusion herself, but rather attributed it to the being who created the legend.

Qian Shui glanced at Tang San and understood. After all, he came from another world. Although similar ideas were unlikely to exist in Douluo Continent, a place where only martial souls mattered, they were not unusual in Tang San's world. Tang Sect's hidden weapons were roughly the same.

"More or less," he replied calmly to Tang San, then said to the little girl, "Give it a try. Fighting someone is a little different; people are smarter. You need to be careful with the timing and balance between offense and defense."

He twirled his sword with the little girl, then asked Dai Mubai, "Do you know the specifics of his soul skills?"

"I don't know the specifics of Teacher Zhao's soul skills, since I've never seen him use them."

Dai Mubai did not intend to hide anything from Ning Huahua. Even though she was Qian Shui's disciple, he did not believe that they could defeat a powerful offensive Battle Soul Saint by working together.

Although Ning Huahua looked down on Shrek Academy, given her status as a genius disciple of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and the Crown Princess, Dai Mubai had reason to believe that she had 100 ways to shut him and Shrek Academy up. However, she was always reasonable and did not act arrogantly or use her power to oppress others, so he was willing to help this maverick woman.

"Teacher Zhao's martial spirit is the Mighty Vajra Bear, a powerful beast martial spirit."

His body was completely flawless, and his defense was extremely terrifying. Even a Soul Master of the same level would find it difficult to break through his defense and cause him any harm.

Although speed is not what Teacher Zhao is good at, the gap in soul power between you and him is too great, and it is impossible for you to be faster than him in this regard.

Teacher Zhao's greatest strengths are his offensive and defensive capabilities, earning him the nickname "Immovable King" within the academy.

"Don't even mention you guys, even if I were included, we might not be able to stop his attack, let alone defeat him. Right now, I just hope that Teacher Zhao won't be so serious when he attacks you, so that you'll have a chance."

Qian Shui didn't care about Dai Mubai's assessment of invincibility, but casually said to the little girl, "Strong defense, but no speed, understand?"

The little girl didn't react otherwise, she just nodded calmly.

Ning Rongrong, standing to the side, was a little puzzled. "Don't you know? 'Singer' is known for its extreme speed. Some people had already guessed that this was a characteristic of the Primordial Spirit Martial Soul. Judging from her arrangement, it is most likely that's the case."

"Is that why?"