Douluo: Yun Ming in the Spirit Hall Era

Chapter 21 The Curtain Is About to Rise

Star Dou Great Forest, Yang Yi's place

The Xuanling Python that Yang Yi hunted had a cultivation level of over 1,600 years. Although it was close to the limit of the third soul ring's age, it had not yet reached it. Now, nearly two hours had passed, and he had just finished absorbing the soul ring. He was currently preparing to go with Yang Hong to find Yun Ming. However, they had not gone far when they saw Yun Ming, whose clothes were stained with blood, carrying someone and walking towards them.

Yang Hong and Yang Yi's expressions changed upon seeing this, and they hurriedly stepped forward. Although Yang Hong, as the teacher, had only given Yun Ming one lesson due to his limited abilities, he had genuinely spent six years with Yun Ming and was already sincerely convinced of Yun Ming's talent, character, and abilities. He believed that as long as Yun Ming lived, he would surely lead the Breaking Clan to new heights in the future. As for Yang Yi, he had been competing with Yun Ming for several years without ever winning a single match and had long been defeated. Although he wouldn't call Yun Ming "boss," he had in fact long followed Yun Ming's lead.

Yang Hong, with his higher cultivation level and faster speed, arrived in front of Yun Ming in the blink of an eye and asked anxiously.

"Yun Ming, where are you hurt? How badly are you hurt? Who did this?!"

As he spoke, he summoned the Soul-Shattering Spear, and his six soul rings reappeared. Crimson soul power surged around him, as if Yang Hong would attack Yun Ming the moment he mentioned a person or beast. He immediately bombarded Yun Ming with three questions, showing his urgency.

Seeing Yang Hong so agitated, Yun Ming quickly spoke up to comfort him.

"Don't worry, Uncle Hong! I'm not injured, and this blood isn't mine."

Upon hearing this, Yang Hong saw that Yun Ming indeed had no obvious wounds. Although his clothes were stained red, they were not torn except for being a little wrinkled. Moreover, Yun Ming's complexion was rosy and did not look injured. Only then did Yang Hong feel relieved and put away the Soul-Breaking Spear. Yang Yi also arrived at this moment. Seeing that Yang Hong had put away the Soul-Breaking Spear and that Yun Ming did not seem to be injured, his worries subsided.

However, once they were relieved, the two were immediately drawn to Zhu Zhuqing in Yun Ming's arms. There was no way around it; such a beautiful girl was too conspicuous. They hadn't asked her immediately because they were worried about Yun Ming.

Yang Hong glanced at Zhu Zhuqing, whose face was pale but whose beauty was still undeniable, then looked at Yun Ming, who had already removed his mask, and asked in confusion.

"Yun Ming, what's wrong?"

Hearing Yang Hong's question, Yang Yi was also full of curiosity. There were quite a few sisters in the clan who liked Yun Ming, but he had never seen Yun Ming be so close to that woman. Although it might be because the woman was injured, Yang Yi was still quite curious.

Upon hearing this, Yunming recounted to Yang Hong and Yang Yi everything he had seen in the past, including Zhu Zhuqing's identity, his confrontation with Zhu Zhuyun, how he saved Zhu Zhuqing, and his own deductions based on his assessment of Zhu Zhuqing's injuries and the inconsistencies he observed in the events. Apart from Yunming treating Zhu Zhuqing, he told them everything else.

After hearing Yun Ming's classic hero-saves-the-damsel-in-distress story, and seeing that Zhu Zhuqing was significantly more beautiful than the other sisters in the clan, Yang Yi felt that if this story were to spread back to the clan, many of the sisters would probably be heartbroken!

Yang Hong's expression turned strange after hearing Yun Ming's experiences over the past two hours. How did Yun Ming's parents get together? Wasn't it because Yun Ming's father rescued a damsel in distress? Now their son, Yun Ming, has once again performed a heroic rescue at the right time and place. Is this a traditional skill passed down in the Yun family, or is it the cycle of fate?

However, Yang Hong quickly cleared his mind of distractions. He was not only a spearmanship instructor at the clan school, but also held an important elder position within the clan, so he had some political acumen. He then began to express his thoughts to Yun Ming.

"Yun Ming, based on the information you've gathered, I also believe that the eldest daughter of the Zhu family, Zhu Zhuyun, is here to release her younger sister, thereby circumventing the Star Luo royal family's succession rules and preventing bloodshed. However..."

"Although you're wearing a mask, are you sure your identity hasn't been exposed? This is no joke. The identity of this third young lady of the Zhu family is far too sensitive. If the Star Luo royal family finds out that she was taken away by our Po Clan, in order to uphold the dignity of the royal family, it's not impossible that they would even send troops to Po Clan!"

As he spoke, Yang Hong's tone became serious.

Yun Ming had carefully considered the issue of his identity being exposed that Yang Hong had mentioned on his way back, and he answered Yang Hong seriously.

"Probably not!"

"Firstly, I have been cultivating quietly within the clan all these years. Only a few people in the clan know about my martial soul, soul ring configuration, and cultivation level, so I don't stand out."

"Secondly, my Sky-Piercing Spear and Soul-Breaking Spear are very different in appearance, ability and style of spear fighting."

"Thirdly, if Zhu Zhuyun wants to guess which power I come from, the Spirit Hall and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School are more likely. The Broken Clan is a suspect, but not as powerful as those two."

After listening to Yun Ming's analysis, Yang Hong thought about it carefully and found it to be true. The first two points need no further explanation. While the third point left Yang Hong somewhat unwilling, he had to admit that compared to the Breaking Clan, Yun Ming was indeed more like a disciple that top-tier figures in the Soul Master world would painstakingly cultivate, such as Pope Bibi Dong or Sword Douluo Chen Xin—and that was only a possibility!

Yang Hong didn't know much about those big shots, only that they were very strong and Yun Ming was very talented. He thought their disciples should be able to reach Yun Ming's level, right? But the reality is that someone like Yun Ming is basically born with a silver spoon in his mouth. Teaching is very important, but without that aptitude or luck, he can't be taught!

Putting aside the issue of his identity being exposed for the time being, Yang Hong then asked Yun Ming about his future plans.

"Yun Ming, what are your plans for arranging things for the third young lady of the Zhu family?"

Yun Ming glanced at Zhu Zhuqing in his arms, thinking of her current state of being covered in wounds and unable to return home, and said to Yang Hong.

"Uncle Hong! She's seriously injured and faces the risk of being hunted down again. I can't abandon her!"

Looking at the determination in Yun Ming's eyes as he spoke, Yang Hong understood Yun Ming's resolve.

"Alright then," said Yang Yi, who was listening from the side, "Yun Ming has grown up now, it's a good thing for him to go out and explore the world of Soul Masters."

"I see!"

"Alright! We've all been busy all day, shall we get something to eat first?"

Yun Ming and Yang Yi's eyes lit up upon hearing this, as they were indeed hungry. The three of them, along with Zhu Zhuqing, then headed towards the Xuanling Python.

After the three of them enjoyed a delicious snake soup and barbecue by the river, it was almost afternoon! Yang Hong and Yun Ming said goodbye. Yang Hong gave them some earnest advice.

"I will inform the clan chief about today's events and your decision, so you don't need to worry."

"Be careful when you're out and about. We don't cause trouble, but we're not afraid of trouble either!"

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"Also, remember to keep in touch with your family!"

Yang Yi spoke in a calm tone, but his concern was still evident.

"Don't die out there!"

Yun Ming responded with a smile.

"Don't worry, Uncle Hong, I'll take good care of myself!"

"Yang Yi, I hope you'll be even stronger when we meet again!"

Yang Yi snorted coldly, tilted his head, and although he was a little afraid of losing, he had a stubborn mouth that refused to admit defeat! Yang Yi muttered to himself.

"Hmph~"

"Next time, I'll definitely beat you!"

Yang Hong found it amusing to hear Yang Yi's voice had become noticeably softer, and then spoke up to say goodbye to Yun Ming.

"Alright, let's go!"

After saying this, he led Yang Yi towards the Soul Hunter Town on the outskirts of the Star Luo Empire. Seeing the two leave, Yun Ming picked up Zhu Zhuqing and walked in the opposite direction from Yang Hong and the others; his destination was...

Heaven Dou Empire!!!

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