Douluo Continent: Starting with a Heavenly Fire Judgment

Wu Feng snorted and said, "So what if he's one step ahead of us? We've been working so hard lately, we'll definitely catch up with him. It's only when we reach the Title Douluo level that we'll truly be competing in terms of resources."

Ning Tian shook her head with a wry smile, but didn't say anything. In fact, she and Wu Feng both knew that they could never catch up with Ji Lin in terms of talent. Even Wang Dong'er and Wang Qiu'er by Ji Lin's side were not as good as them. Wu Feng was also unconvinced, but because of her inner pride, they both knew that Ji Lin and they were no longer from the same world.

They have all been cultivating with Ji Lin as their goal, but whether they can catch up with him is still unknown.

They weren't the only ones aiming for Ji Lin's attention. Xie Huan Yue was also sitting at a table with them, whispering, "I think it'll be very difficult to catch up with him! Many people know now that the Stigmata that's all the rage across the continent was invented by the Zizai Gate, which he founded. The Zizai Gate even has a seat among the Liyue Seven Stars of the Liyue Merchant Guild. He doesn't lack resources or powerful Stigmata. When you reach the seventh ring, won't you also choose a powerful Stigmata that suits you?"

Upon hearing Xie Huanyue's words, Wu Feng and Ning Tian exchanged a glance, their eyes filled with undisguised longing.

The Holy Marks have been around for a few years now, and their wonders have become apparent. Many Soul Masters who have absorbed the Holy Marks have had offspring with innate Holy Marks on their bodies. This news has made many powerful forces restless. For these powerful forces, inheritance is above all else, and the Holy Marks that can be passed down through bloodlines have naturally caught their attention.

Furthermore, the Holy Marks are something that can be made to perfectly match their inherited martial spirit, according to their requirements.

Moreover, they have all witnessed the powerful effects of Sacred Marks. Now everyone knows how much Sacred Marks can enhance a Soul Master, not to mention the myriad of Sacred Mark Skills with all sorts of effects. Many lucky Soul Masters have obtained Sacred Mark Skills that can dramatically increase their combat power. If the chosen Sacred Mark is well-matched to them, its effect far surpasses that of Soul Rings.

For the vast majority of Soul Masters, fusing with a rare and powerful Sacred Mark is not only beneficial to themselves, but may also benefit their descendants. Therefore, powerful and rare Sacred Marks are very popular.

Xie Huanyue lowered his voice and said, "If you want to obtain powerful Stigmata, you should try to get on good terms with Ji Lin. He is now the leader of Zizai Sect, the founder of Liyue Merchant Guild, and the inventor of Stigmata. With just one word from him, we can obtain Stigmata that suits us without having to use the resources of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School or have to worry about the Liyue Seven Stars."

Wu Feng's heart skipped a beat. "Xie Huan Yue, I remember you and Ji Lin had a pretty good relationship. Why don't you go ask Ji Lin for help?"

Ning Tian smiled and shook his head, saying, "Don't worry, we Ji Lin's classmates are all registered with the Liyue Merchant Guild. Out of respect for Ji Lin, even if he didn't say anything, the Liyue Merchant Guild would still give us preferential treatment. Don't forget, Shrek Academy also has people in the Liyue Merchant Guild. We are both Ji Lin's classmates and disciples of Shrek Academy, so there's no need to worry about not getting good Stigmata."

Wu Feng exclaimed in surprise, "Is that so? Xie Huan Yue, you've fooled me!"

Xie Huanyue gave an awkward smile and said, "Well, I don't know either! Anyway, it's always good to build a good relationship with Ji Lin, right?"

"Speaking of which, Ji Lin and the others just happened to return in time for the Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event. Do you think they'll participate?"

Wu Feng glanced at Ji Lin and the others with curiosity.

Ning Tian hesitated, "Probably not. They've all graduated, so they shouldn't be allowed to participate. Besides, Ji Lin isn't single, so Wang Qiu'er probably wouldn't allow him to participate. But if he really wants to participate..."

Wu Feng's expression immediately turned strange as he looked at Ning Tian.

Ning Tian blushed slightly and said, "Why are you looking at me like that?"

Wu Feng coughed and said, "Ning Tian, ​​you don't actually want to participate, do you?"

Ning Tian hesitated for a moment, then shook his head and said, "Forget it, there's no need to participate, but I can go and watch the fun."

She remembered that Ji Lin hadn't participated in the Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event before graduating last time, so it seemed even less likely that he would participate this time.

While they were discussing, Ji Lin was enjoying his meal. The food at Shrek Academy's inner courtyard certainly didn't disappoint him. He had come specifically to get a free meal, and it certainly hadn't been a wasted trip.

After dinner, Ning Tian, ​​along with Wu Feng and Xie Huan Yue, approached Ji Lin and invited, "Ji Lin, would you like to come with us to see the Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event? You've come all this way, you can't miss such a grand occasion."

Wang Dong'er nodded and looked at Ji Lin, saying, "That's right, Ji Lin, we've finally come back, let's go and see him."

Ji Lin smiled helplessly and said, "You're right. We didn't participate last time, but it seems the academy has opened up to outer court disciples to watch this time. It should be quite lively. Let's just treat it as a good way to relax."

"Yay!"

Wang Dong'er and Xiao Xiao cheered. They were both very interested in the Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event. If Ji Lin hadn't been absent, they would have both wanted to try it out.

Although Ji Lin and the others didn't know where the Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event was held, with Ning Tian and the others leading the way, they didn't need to ask anyone anymore.

On their way to the Sea God Lake, Ji Lin and his group saw some inner court students wearing red school uniforms walking towards the lake in twos and threes, heading in the same direction as them. Clearly, these people were also going to participate in the Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event.

Among the inner court disciples wearing red school uniforms along the way, Ji Lin and the other two girls stood out because they were the only ones not wearing school uniforms.

However, with Ning Tian and the others around, no one interfered.

"Hey, isn't this Ji Lin? You're back."

A figure quickly approached, and Ji Lin recognized it as another familiar face.

"Senior Han, it's been a long time."

The person who came was Han Ruoruo, who was originally second only to Zhang Lexuan in Shrek Academy, and is now one of the Seven Stars of Liyue Merchant Guild.

Compared to before, Han Ruoruo is more mature and stronger. She must be close to breaking through to the Title Douluo level. Her martial soul, the Golden Rope, is a very powerful control-type martial soul. Once she breaks through to the Title Douluo level, she will probably be able to control even a Super Douluo to some extent.

Han Ruoruo teased, "You've finally decided to come back! Are you going to the Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event? Aren't you afraid Le Xuan and Xiao Tao will get angry?"

Ji Lin smiled helplessly and said, "Senior Han is joking. If I wanted to participate, I would have participated last time. There's no need to wait for this time. We're just going to watch the fun."

"By the way, Han-senpai, are you going to participate?"

Han Ruoruo's beautiful eyes flickered slightly, and she smiled, "Le Xuan invited me to co-host this event; otherwise, I'd still be at the Liyue Merchant Guild right now!"

Ji Lin nodded and smiled, "Senior Han and Sister Le Xuan's relationship is still as good as ever!"

Han Ruoruo's beautiful eyes sparkled as she smiled and said, "We've already graduated, why call me senior? Just call me Sister Ruoruo."

Ji Lin nodded and said, "That's true, alright then, Sister Ruoruo."

Wang Dong'er and Xiao Xiao exchanged a glance, their expressions strange, as if something was amiss.

With the same destination, Han Ruoruo joined the group and headed towards Sea God Lake together. The group walked towards the lakeside, chatting as they went. They hadn't seen each other for a long time and had a lot to talk about. It wasn't completely dark yet, so they were considered early. Not all the inner court students had arrived, and the female students were being guided in other directions.

This was also Ji Lin and his group's first time visiting the Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event. As they looked at the shimmering lake surface reflected in the sunset, their mood calmed down.

Just then, a fiery red figure instantly appeared beside Ji Lin and the others. When she saw Ji Lin, her eyes lit up, and she said angrily, "Well! You came to the academy without telling me, and you even came to participate in the Sea God's Fate Blind Date Event. Tell me, are you here to seduce a junior girl?"

Such bold lines could only come from Ma Xiaotao.

Seeing the nearby inner courtyard disciples looking over curiously, Ji Lin's lips twitched. He immediately covered Ma Xiaotao's red lips and said irritably, "My dear aunt! Do you want me to die?"

"Waaah, waaah!"

Ma Xiaotao blinked, a sly glint in her eyes. Clearly, she was doing it on purpose, to smear someone and prevent him from flirting with the female students.

Han Ruoruo looked at the two playing around with envy in her eyes and smiled, "I'm the host, so I won't keep you company. I have to go and get busy. You can wait here for a while. Someone will take care of you before it starts."

After saying that, she waved to Ji Lin and Ma Xiaotao, nodded to Wang Qiu'er and the others, and drifted away.

Watching Ji Lin see Han Ruoruo off, Ma Xiaotao narrowed her eyes slightly and said calmly, "Sister Ruoruo has become more mature and beautiful."

Ji Lin nodded subconsciously, then realized what was happening and shook his head helplessly. Sure enough, Ma Xiaotao sneered, "You really are a sinner!" (End of Chapter)