Douluo Continent Villain Simulator: Persecuting Qian Renxue at the Start

Chapter 164 Influence

As the competition came to an end, each team returned to their respective academies under the guidance of their teachers.

There were very few spectators during the final stage of the Soul Master Competition.

To ensure that the strength of these top young Soul Master geniuses is not too easily revealed, the number of spectators has been limited since the first round of elimination matches.

All teams that were eliminated during this period were unable to attend the subsequent matches.

In the final battle, only the people from the Spirit Hall and the teachers and students of the other participating team, the Heaven Dou Royal Academy, were able to watch the battle.

Because many academy teams had already been eliminated and could not continue watching the matches if they stayed, many teachers and students from other academies had already left Wuhun City.

Only schools like Tianshui Academy and Shenfeng Academy, which had already been eliminated, were not in a hurry to leave because some of their students were being "borrowed" by the Tiandou Royal Academy team.

On the way back, Xue Beng, the crown prince of the Heavenly Dou Empire, looked somewhat somber.

He also attended the final match as one of the representatives of the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy.

Although the academy achieved remarkable results in this competition, it also produced a rare genius soul master like Su Cheng.

In fact, if it weren't for the fact that the average cultivation level of the Spirit Hall Academy team members was too high, Su Cheng would have been able to defeat the Spirit Hall Soul Saint who possessed a 100,000-year soul ring, despite being weaker.

But now, these factors have only increased the pressure on him.

Su Cheng joined the Spirit Hall, and Dugu Bo, the only Title Douluo Guest Elder of the Heaven Dou Royal Family, also joined the Spirit Hall. Even his granddaughter, Dugu Yan, followed suit and joined the Spirit Hall.

He not only gained nothing from his trip, but also had three people kidnapped, so how could he not feel resentful?

"Damn it, they're such ungrateful wretches."

Xue Beng looked gloomy and helpless. At this moment, he no longer knew how to explain things to his father when he returned.

The scene of the Emperor's solemn entrustment before his departure was still vivid in his mind, telling him to get closer to these young geniuses and try to win them over as much as possible.

But Su Cheng didn't give him many opportunities to talk along the way, so he had no way to start.

Inside the carriage of the Star Luo Royal Academy, the atmosphere was similarly silent, or rather, awkward.

Whether it was the contestants who had participated in the competition or the teachers who led the teams, everyone had different expressions and seemed distracted.

The reason for this scene is naturally the Netherworld White Tiger Martial Soul that Zhu Zhuqing displayed in the battle some time ago.

Many days have passed since the incident occurred.

Many people have long since recovered from the shock and confusion they felt at the time.

The Star Luo royal family's martial soul fusion skill, Netherworld White Tiger, is renowned far and wide. Even if others don't know much about it, these people are very clear about it.

The Martial Soul Fusion Skill, Netherworld White Tiger, is the fundamental reason why the two noble families of the Star Luo Empire, the Dai and Zhu families, have been able to stand strong for countless years.

But none of the upper-class nobles didn't know that the Zhu family was actually just an appendage of the Dai family.

Even without the Netherworld Cat, the White Tiger Martial Soul is still a top-tier beast Martial Soul on the continent, comparable to the Blue Lightning Tyrannosaurus Rex. Every so often, one or two peerless geniuses with innate soul power above level nine would appear in the family.

However, without the White Tiger Martial Soul, the Netherworld Cat would only be considered a decent high-level beast Martial Soul, and would not reach its current level at all.

However, from now on, things are likely to change.

That martial soul fusion skill, Netherworld White Tiger, actually became the martial soul of the fourth young lady of the Zhu family.

They had no idea why this was happening.

After all, the two families have been intermarrying for countless generations, but no one has ever encountered a similar situation in all this time, not even twin martial souls.

The creation, awakening, or mutation of martial spirits is inherently mysterious, and very few people on this continent can grasp its essence.

But are those things important?

unimportant.

It's not important to these people, at least.

The moment the Netherworld White Tiger Martial Soul appeared, it was enough to explain everything.

The descendants of the Zhu family have produced a super martial soul that surpasses the White Tiger martial soul. Moreover, from now on, even the martial soul fusion skill, Netherworld White Tiger, may no longer be necessary.

Because martial spirits can be inherited, which is common knowledge.

Davis looked somewhat gloomy, his eyes were dark and uncertain, and he remained silent and lost in thought throughout the return journey.

Zhu Zhuyun sat in the carriage at a distance from him, avoiding each other's gaze.

In recent days, quite a few ambitious people have been secretly contacting Zhu Zhuyun, and the two are tacitly aware of each other's intentions.

She rested her chin on her hand, her eyelids lowered, concealing the joy that welled up in her beautiful eyes.

"Who can say for sure what the future holds?"

Ning Rongrong did not return to Tiandou City with the group, but instead walked with Ning Fengzhi and the others, preparing to go directly back to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

After this competition ended, she had already decided not to stay at the Heaven Dou Royal Academy.

Looking at Ning Rongrong's dejected expression, Chen Xin and Ning Fengzhi exchanged a silent glance and couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

But this is inevitable; separation between people is the norm.

Fortunately, she is still young, and she should be fine in a while.

Chen Xin took out a stack of manuscripts from her bosom and handed them to Ning Fengzhi. "Fengzhi, Cheng'er gave me this when we parted. Take a look at it first."

He reached out and took it, glanced at it briefly, a glint of light flashing in his eyes. He looked up at the other person, his voice trembling slightly, "This is..."

"These are the various secret techniques he developed that can improve the basic qualities of a Soul Master."

Ning Fengzhi pursed his lips and then lowered his head to read carefully.

"A soul ring that can be absorbed across time limits, a foundational formula for medicinal baths, and medicines that can enhance mental strength..." He gently flipped through the manuscript, his movements slow and deliberate, as if he were holding not paper but some priceless treasure. "With this, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's future strength will increase by at least 30%. This child is truly..."

After a long while, he sighed, his heart filled with a multitude of emotions, his expression becoming increasingly complex.

"Feng Zhi, you'd better think about how you should treat the Heaven Dou Empire in the future, and how you should view the Spirit Hall."

Ning Fengzhi was taken aback upon hearing this, but immediately realized what he meant.

The true strength of the Spirit Hall has now been revealed only the tip of the iceberg.

Bibi Dong, the Pope who is at the peak of her Douluo status and only fifty years old, possesses a ninth spirit ring that has lasted for 100,000 years.

Qian Renxue, a genius Soul Saint who possesses a seventh soul ring that lasts for 100,000 years and is only in her early twenties;

Qian Daoliu, the Ultimate Douluo Grand Elder with a cultivation level of 99;

Several young Soul Kings, all under the age of twenty-five;

In addition, Su Cheng and Dugu Bo, who had just joined the Spirit Hall;

And then there are the countless titled Douluo elders...

"Uncle Jian, what do you mean?"

"I didn't mean anything by it, I was just reminding you," Chen Xin said calmly. "You are the sect leader, these things are not for me to consider."

Upon hearing this, Ning Fengzhi immediately fell silent and nodded solemnly.

The deans and teachers of the major elemental academies also learned about everything that had happened in this Soul Master Competition as their respective teams returned.

Although the Blazing Academy team was eliminated in the fourth round of the competition, they were unable to watch the final match.

However, their academy has always maintained good relations with Shenfeng Academy and Tianshui Academy, and they learned about the situation from Feng Qingyu, Shui Bing'er, and Xue Wu who returned.

They also learned that Feng Qingyu and Shui Bing'er intended to go to Wuhun City to exchange and learn with Wuhun Hall Academy.

These two individuals already held high positions within the academy, possessing not only exceptional talent but also being direct blood relatives of their respective academy deans.

Their attitudes and thoughts will naturally greatly influence the final decision of their respective elders.

In contrast, the attitudes of the other two major elemental academies are much clearer.

The Thunder Academy team did not achieve good results in this competition and was unable to watch the last two rounds of the competition, so the specific situation is unknown.

Moreover, the power behind their academy is the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.

There are still many unresolved internal conflicts within this family, and many of the family elders have always been arrogant and self-important. The entire sect has also been in seclusion for a long time, so naturally they don't have many ideas.

Elephant Armor Academy is the complete opposite of Thunder Academy.

The Elephant Armor Sect behind them had long since sided with the Spirit Hall, and Hu Yanli from the academy team had once again made it to the finals with Su Cheng, with their performance and results far exceeding expectations.

Originally, with the sect's foundation, the Elephant Armor Sect could only serve as an outer force of the Spirit Hall at best, and had no chance to get close to the core level, since their sect leader was only a Soul Douluo.

However, after the final battle, with Pope Bibi Dong personally recruiting him, Hu Yanli also had the opportunity to go to the Spirit Hall Academy, which can be described as a great gain.

Hidden among the rolling mountains on the border of Tiandou is a valley.

On one side of the valley, a waterfall about 20 meters wide hangs high on the cliff like a jade belt, constantly crashing into the pool below and making a loud rumbling sound.

Surrounded by mountains and with layers of verdant peaks, this rare and beautiful landscape showcases the magnificent and exquisite beauty of creation.

This is the very place where Tang Hao hid Ah Yin's soul bone.

Tang San couldn't remember how many times he had been swept into the pool by that huge waterfall.

Tang Hao's requirement for him was to wield a forging hammer and swing it eighty-one times using the Chaotic Cloak Hammer Technique amidst the rushing waterfall, without using his soul power.

The waterfall, cascading down from a height of two hundred meters, has an impact so immense that it is difficult to describe in words.

With his soul power sealed, Tang San could hardly practice his hammer technique inside the waterfall, let alone climb the huge round boulder.

Three whole days have passed, and he hasn't even been able to stand firmly on that incredibly smooth stone, nor has he swung his hammer once.

Every day, they would be so exhausted that they would barely manage to climb ashore to rest. Once they regained their energy, they would return to the bottom of the waterfall to continue their efforts.

But he didn't complain at all.

The image of Xiao Wu's death keeps replaying in my mind.

At least this physical pain can alleviate some of his mental stress.

Tang Hao sat to the side, staring blankly at the waterfall. Only occasionally, when he glanced at the figure being repeatedly slammed down, would a flicker of emotion appear in his eyes.

Even now, he still can't figure out the reason for the series of changes that happened a few days ago, or where he went wrong.

That Su Cheng, a mere Soul King, was able to break through the suppressive force field he created with the Great Sumeru Hammer and even ignored his Killing God Domain.

Qian Renxue seemed to have been preparing all along, lurking in the shadows, and killed Xiao Wu at the crucial moment.

What puzzled him most was Ah Yin's attitude.

When the other person said those words, he knew that Ah Yin still remembered him and everything that had happened.

If that's the case, why did she choose not to leave with her, and why did she say that Tang San wasn't her son?

Tang Hao absolutely refused to believe that Ah Yin's words and actions were of her own volition; he was certain that she had been controlled by that despicable thief.

Back then, for her own sake, Ah Yin was willing to sacrifice herself, giving up her immortality to save the lives of her father and son.

Now that things have come to this, how could I possibly choose to abandon myself?!

"Damn bastard, if you die from your injuries, fine, but if you manage to survive, I'll make you regret it for the rest of your life."

Tang Hao turned his gaze to Tang San.

This son is his hope for the future.

It is both a hope for revenge and a hope to save Ah Yin from her suffering.

He had already guessed the reason why Tang San's Blue Silver Emperor Martial Soul could not be awakened; it was probably related to Ah Yin's resurrection.

Thinking about this, he felt a mix of emotions.

But even without the Blue Silver Emperor, this son's talent was still unparalleled.

Tang Hao himself was already outstanding enough. He was the strongest among his generation and the youngest Title Douluo in the world.

Tang San's talent was even better than his, and his will was more mature and resilient than his at that time.

"If all else fails, we can return to the Haotian Sect. Given my elder brother's character, once he learns about Ah Yin's situation, he will surely be willing to nurture Xiao San and help us as well."

"Splash—"

Just then, a loud splashing sound reached his ears, startling him from his reverie.

Looking up, I saw Tang San fall off the rock again.

"Little San, you will stay here and cultivate with me for two years. After two years, I will take you to a place where you will fully master the wondrous uses of killing intent."

Although Tang San's mental strength is now stronger than that of ordinary people, he has never consumed any immortal herbs, so he is far from being considered powerful.

In Tang Hao's perception, the other party was still having a hard time withstanding the taint of killing intent in the City of Slaughter.

Having traversed the Hell Path before, he knew it intimately and knew that with Tang San's current strength, he had no chance of success.

Tang San didn't speak upon hearing this, but simply nodded silently, though he had other thoughts in his mind.

"Dad, if I want revenge, I can't do it all by myself. Although the students at Shrek Academy are not particularly talented, they are still much stronger than ordinary people. If they use their talents well, they can be incredibly powerful as well."

"Besides, the world has suffered under the Spirit Hall for too long. As long as we unite with the major sects and academies, as well as the imperial family and many nobles, we will surely be able to disrupt the Spirit Hall's rule."

"Moreover, Dai Mubai and Zhu Zhuqing are both from noble families in Xingluo, making them excellent allies..."

(End of this chapter)