Douluo Continent: A Thousand Miles of Cultivation

Qian Shui rolled over and landed on the ground. "Damn it, it didn't break through? How is that possible?"

Indeed, its defenses remained unbroken, because this dark golden giant bear was no ordinary creature!

Qian Shui quickly dodged attack after attack. Fortunately, his main strength was speed, which was an advantage. However, this time he met his match.

Seizing the opportunity, Qian Shui leaped up to the treetop and finally got a clear look at the giant bear.

"A 9000-year-old Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear! No wonder it's so monstrous!"

The giant bear gave Qian Shui no chance, snapping a tree that was so big it would take one person to hug it with a single swipe of its paw. It was effortless. Qian Shui could only keep moving around. There was nothing she could do. The bear was chopping down trees really fast. Even Bald Qiang would cry if he saw it.

"Possessed by the Netherworld! Leap of the Fox! Take this sword technique that descends from the sky!" When it comes to cutting, the sword is the only way to solve the problem.

Qian Shui leaped high into the air, using gravity to propel himself straight toward the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear.

Just as Qian Shui was getting happier and happier, thinking that there would be no problem this time and that he would definitely kill it with one strike, the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear dodged. Qian Shui's blade sliced ​​through its thick fur, cutting off a patch of fur, but it still did not break through its defenses!

There was no time to lament. Dissipating the force of the falling attack, he pushed off with his legs and escaped again.

The Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear roared and attacked wildly. Luckily, Qian Shui was quick to run away, otherwise he would have been killed in one hit. A 9000-year Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear, even a Soul Emperor-level Soul Master might not be able to withstand a single attack from it.

According to Douluo Dalu II, this Dark Gold Terror Claw Bear is a soul beast of the ultimate gold element, with high attack, high defense, and high armor penetration. It is a super soul beast that can fight against dragons!

There's no way to win in a fight; Qian Shui can only move around. Fortunately, the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear isn't fast enough, so Qian Shui can use the terrain to escape.

But just like gamers encountering a highly difficult dungeon, can they resist the urge to challenge it?

They kept circling, attacking, and wearing down the Dark Gold Devilclaw Bear, trying to deplete its stamina. However, it was useless; the difference in strength was too great. They couldn't stop it, nor could they attack it, and besides, the Dark Gold Devilclaw Bear had good endurance.

After a whole day had passed, Qian Shui left with the words, "I'll be back!"

He had originally planned to use his primordial spirit martial soul to directly attack the energy body's mental attack, but unfortunately, he couldn't. Qian Shui was alone; his main body couldn't keep up! He could only unleash short-range bursts of power, and at this point, he had to multitask, making it extremely difficult. Furthermore, they were already at close range; at this moment, a single claw from the Dark Gold Terror Claw Bear could finish him off.

However, Qian Shui was determined to fight this bear, and for months on end, they fought every single day! Even a 996 work schedule wouldn't be this intense!

One day, Qian Shui's escape camp was found. Originally, Qian Shui was going to move from place to place after each shot, but the bear had become smarter, and besides, the bear's sense of smell was indeed excellent!

So the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear found Thousand Water and shamelessly started stealing its energy!

At that moment, Qian Shui was in the midst of deep cultivation and by the time she discovered it, it was too late to react!

Qian Shui was so relaxed because he knew he had a strong protector, which was also why he dared to fight the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear alone!

Otherwise, he would have run away long ago. Even if he were to fight, he would stay in the treetops after the fight to avoid being ambushed.

So it can be said that someone was protecting him, and the person protecting him was speechless. This was his first time taking action.

"Seventh Soul Skill, True Form of Martial Soul!" This was none other than the Soul Saint of that wolf-type Martial Soul!

This Soul Saint had been following Qian Shui all along. Based on his understanding of Qian Shui, this kid should be a cautious person. He had fought the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear for so long without getting hit, but in the end, he still failed.

The Soul Saint instantly engaged in a fierce battle with the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear, while Qian Shui was relieved to have escaped unscathed.

Just as he was confidently declaring that even with protection, he couldn't let his guard down, the Soul Saint spoke up: "Aren't you going to run?"

"Senior, even with your cultivation level, you can't defeat this bear?"

"We can beat them!"

"Then why run? Help me out, it's the third ring!" Qian Shui said, holding up three fingers and waving them.

Without saying much, the Soul Saint came to Qian Shui, picked her up, and ran away.

"We can beat it, but we can't guarantee we can save its life!"

He could kill the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear, but he couldn't severely injure it and deliver it to Qian Shui for him to hunt down!

Unlike other soul beasts, the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear's attacks are terrifying. If Qian Shui, with her small frame, were to be hit even once, she would be gone! Not to mention, it also has considerable defense. Therefore, if Qian Shui wants to hunt down this Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear, she must beat it to the point where it has no ability to fight back and cannot mount a counterattack before it dies, while ensuring that it is left with a breath before killing it!

Ordinary Soul Saints who cultivate using Martial Soul Techniques could not possibly possess such control. Moreover, this Soul Saint with the Wolf Martial Soul is clearly an offensive type. If he were a control type, it wouldn't be a problem, and he would also have his concerns.

The soul beast that Qian Shui found was too powerful. Logically speaking, it shouldn't be something that a Soul Master level could absorb. The incident of the second ring is still fresh in everyone's mind. Who wouldn't hesitate? What if someone explodes? Who would take care of him?

Chapter 23 Return

Once they reached a safe place, Qian Shui and the Soul Saint with the wolf-like martial spirit finally sat down together.

Now that they were out, there was no need to hide anymore. Qian Shui didn't ask any further questions; as a subordinate, he had his own duties. He silently tidied up his equipment and started eating the dried meat.

"Sigh, I guess I won't be able to go back to Wuhun City!"

Qian Shui desperately wanted the soul ring from that Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear. High attack power was a must in his plan, and the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear was just right! Then his swordsmanship descending from the sky would truly live up to its name!

Qian Shui set off at the crack of dawn the next day. He was currently in the eastern part of the Star Dou Great Forest, and he still had to circle northwest to return to Wuhun City. There was no way he could cross it; he would pass through the central area, which was extremely dangerous. That Soul Saint was simply not enough to protect him!

At the beginning of Douluo Calendar 2629, Qian Shui finally returned to Wuhun City. Instead of going home immediately, he went to pay his respects to his teacher.

Bibi Dong wasn't in the Papal Palace or the Saintess Palace; she was at the Spirit Academy. The Spirit Academy team had always been under her direct control, and it was a formidable force. Bibi Dong certainly understood the importance of investing in the future.

When Qian Shui met Bibi Dong, she was watching the training of the regular team members for the next Continental Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament, and she already knew that Qian Shui had returned.

"Teacher, I'm back."

Bibi Dong turned to look at Qian Shui with a complicated expression. She had originally wanted to get rid of him, but that goal had completely failed.

If it didn't work out last time, there won't be another chance. Thanks to her masterpiece, Qian Renxue's rampage has made Qian Xunji and Qian Daoliu pay extra attention to Qian Shui. This kind of person will definitely be kept in sight and given special attention!

However, she already had her own ideas about Qian Shui, but he was busy with other things right now.

"Come with me!" Bibi Dong had no intention of talking to Qian Shui in public, so she took him away.

Immediately afterward, Qian Shui couldn't understand what was going on. Bibi Dong arranged for him to enroll in school, made various introductions, and finally took him to a classroom.

"Teacher! I'm level 30! I found a Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear in the Star Dou Great Forest, it's perfect for me!" Qian Shui didn't want to go to school at all. After all that, Bibi Dong had him so flustered that he had to speak up before he even had to go into the classroom to introduce himself!

"I know."

"Let's go soul hunting then!"

"No."

"Why?!"

"That's a 9000-year-old soul beast!"

"so what?!"

"go with!"

"what?!"

"Get in!"

Seeing Bibi Dong urging him to go into the classroom, Qian Shui knew he was doomed. He couldn't just turn around and leave; that wouldn't be like him. Besides, he couldn't beat Bibi Dong! And there was no way he could escape!

Qian Shui was so anxious that he almost ground his back teeth to powder, and fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead. He had never felt this much pressure even when fighting the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear one-on-one. It was as if he had returned to his student days on Earth, when he was ignorant and submissive.

Qian Shui walked into the classroom with a frustrated look on her face and her head hanging low.

Hearing their commotion, some students had already peeked out to watch the excitement.

"Xiao Feng, isn't that the Holy Maiden?"

"Yes, judging from what they're saying, that boy seems to be a disciple of the Holy Maiden."

"That boy seems quite young, how come he claims to be level 30?"

"Who knows? But at least he's a genius, otherwise he wouldn't be able to become the Holy Maiden's disciple."

"That's true."

Bibi Dong said something to the teacher who came out of the classroom, then turned and left.

"Alright, alright, quiet! Quiet! Now I have an announcement to make!" This teacher was a woman who looked to be in her thirties. According to the standards of Douluo Continent, an adult high-level Soul Master should be at least 20 years older to be considered to be of a real age.

The truly strong are those who never age.

As the noise gradually subsided, the teacher continued, "Today we have a new transfer student in our class, a little genius. Everyone, please welcome our new student and let him/her introduce himself/herself!"

He then clapped, and the whole class joined in.

Forced by circumstances, even the socially awkward Qian Shui had no choice but to take the plunge! He wrote his name on the blackboard, then, suppressing his embarrassment, said, "Good morning, students. My name is Qian Shui, I am 9 years old, and my Martial Soul is a level 30 Agility-Attack Battle Soul Master!"

Although Qian Shui was dressed well at this time, his bald head made him look somewhat comical.

"Hiss~", "9 years old?", "Level 30?!", "Really?"

"Sasha! Quickly pinch my cheek, am I dreaming?!"

"I also want to know if I'm dreaming!"

Clearly, Qian Shui's age and level intimidated the group of classmates. Bibi Dong was a saintess, and her disciples would not joke with her about soul power levels.

But after all, in Douluo Continent, a level 30 at the age of 12 is already considered monstrous talent; normally, level 25 is considered genius.

Nine years old? He's probably still a Soul Master at level ten or so!

Looking at the noisy classroom, Qian Shui thought of those guys on Blue Star and couldn't help but feel a little sad. He had nothing to say about his suspicions about these kids; facts proved everything.

Suddenly, two spirit rings, one yellow and one purple, burst forth from his body, their level 30 spirit power fluctuations clearly perceptible. In an instant, the entire classroom became so quiet you could hear a pin drop!

Qian Shui didn't consider himself a genius. He felt that as long as one cultivated and lived the same way as him, it was a replicable behavior. He had simply done what anyone could do, and was nothing special.

However, people are more likely to believe it because they see it; they only know that you were level 30 at the age of 9, and your second soul ring was a thousand-year-old ring! Is this something a normal person can do?!

'Little did they know, there was someone even more freakish—level 30 at just 7 years old! Mine is nothing compared to that! That half-step Blood Refining Realm cultivator still has 108,000 jin of strength!'

If you're so surprised by talent, how can you do anything about it? Logically speaking, if the Ruthless Great Emperor didn't have talent, she shouldn't have cultivated. She should have just married an honest farmer and lived a peaceful life. Why bother with the "One Thought Blossoms" thing?

That teacher clearly knew about Qian Shui's situation; Bibi Dong must have told him.

Qian Shui knew why Bibi Dong sent him back to the academy to study. It was because he had been cultivating alone for too long and needed social interaction to counteract it. But he really didn't want to go to school!

You might miss your student days, but who wants to do homework and take exams after graduation? Even working adults might give up video games, so who wants to do this?

Qian Shui was extremely unwilling, but circumstances forced her to come this far!

The classrooms at Wuhun Academy are similar to those in a university, arranged in upper and lower rows. After the self-introductions, the teacher gestured for everyone to take their seats. Qian Shui, under the watchful eyes of the students, walked to the last row, went around to the back of the desk, put her head on the table, and started to sleep.

"We will continue with the development and practical application of Soul Masters..."

Although there are no clowns in a fantasy world, and the teacher's voice is pleasant, Qian Shui really didn't want to listen. He had seen all this before he was six years old; it was meaningless to him, and he would rather go to sleep.

Besides, this is a habit etched deep in one's soul! Qian Shui originally planned to cultivate it, but she was afraid that the fluctuations in her soul power would cause too much of a commotion, so she gave up.

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