Douluo Continent: Martial Soul Spinning Top, Explosive Warrior

"Given Dai Mubai's current state, I think there's absolutely no chance with Zhu Qing."

Wang Teng listened to Ning Rongrong's complaints without responding. He simply watched Dai Mubai's figure disappear behind the curtain.

Ning Rongrong sighed and said, "Poor Zhu Qing, she's stuck with such a fiancé."

"But it's good this way, it's better to see things clearly sooner rather than later, so it won't be even more painful later."

"Ah."

Wang Teng responded, looked away, and said, "Let's go."

The two continued walking forward, Ning Rongrong was still muttering something, but Wang Teng was no longer listening.

There was only one thing on his mind right now, and that was what Zhu Zhuqing had said last night: "It's impossible between him and me."

Now it seems that it is indeed impossible.

Wang Teng's lips twitched, a secret joy welling up inside him, and he subconsciously quickened his pace.

Chapter 158 Soul Hunting Star Dou Great Forest

Three days later, in the early morning.

As dawn broke, Shrek Academy was still shrouded in a thin mist.

However, Wang Teng and his group had been waiting at the college gate for quite some time.

The mist drifted slowly through the air, dampening the hems of their clothes and making their waiting increasingly frustrating.

At that moment, the eastern sky was just beginning to lighten, and a sliver of red light quietly peeked out from within it.

The sun was about to rise, but Zhao Wuji, the teacher leading the team, had not yet shown up, and the group members were getting a little anxious.

"Oh dear, why is Teacher Zhao so slow today!"

Oscar paced back and forth at the entrance, glancing into the academy as he went.

He's been waiting for this third spirit ring for so long, and that's how anxious he is now.

The swaying figure stirred up the mist on the ground.

"Oscar, please stop spinning, it's making me dizzy."

Ning Rongrong covered her forehead and said with a look of disgust.

Upon hearing this, Oscar immediately stopped and said with a pitiful expression, "Do you think I wanted to turn around? It's just that Teacher Zhao isn't here."

Xiao Wu blinked, then suddenly had an idea and said, "Why don't we go take a look? Teacher Zhao hasn't forgotten about the Soul Hunting incident today, has he?"

"No way?"

Wang Teng shook his head and said, "This date was set by the dean beforehand, so Teacher Zhao wouldn't forget it."

"Alright, alright, Teacher Zhao is here."

Tang San interrupted everyone's speculation.

Following his gaze, everyone saw Zhao Wuji striding over.

He was dressed in a smart outfit and walked with a powerful stride.

Upon reaching the door, before Wang Teng and the others could even ask a question, Zhao Wuji rudely interrupted, "What were you little brats whispering about just now?"

Are you talking badly about me?

"We're little brats, and you're a blind little bear!"

Xiao Wu muttered to herself.

"Xiao Wu, what did you say?"

Zhao Wuji's ears twitched, and he immediately turned his head to glare at her.

Xiao Wu stuck out her tongue and said with a grin, "Teacher Zhao, why are you so late?"

"Hmph, that's more like it."

Then, Zhao Wuji scratched his head somewhat embarrassedly and explained, "I woke up a little late today, sorry."

Before anyone could react, he quickly added, "But this isn't entirely my fault, because I had so many things to prepare last night."

"As you all know, we're going to the Star Dou Great Forest this time, which is one of the three great soul beast forests. It's always good to prepare more things."

"That's why I went to bed late last night and woke up late today."

At this point, Zhao Wuji's eyes darted around, and he waved his hand, saying, "Alright, alright, after all this talk, I see everyone's here, so let's get going!"

As soon as he finished speaking, he took the lead and ran towards the Starry Sky Forest.

Wang Teng and the other kids quickly followed.

Along the way, everyone listened to Zhao Wuji tell stories about the Star Dou Great Forest as they traveled.

Zhao Wuji's voice, carried on the wind, sounded somewhat solemn.

"This Star Dou Great Forest is one of the three great soul beast forests of our Douluo Continent. Its area is about the same size as the Barak Kingdom, spanning the two great empires of Tian Dou and Xing Luo."

"That place is a real primeval forest with a very complex terrain, including swamps, valleys, and dense forests."

"In addition, there are countless kinds of soul beasts in the Star Dou Great Forest. The deeper you go, the older the soul beasts become. In the outer area, they are a few hundred years old, while in the inner area they are thousands of years old. Further in, it is not uncommon to find soul beasts that are ten thousand years old."

As he spoke, Zhao Wuji recounted his past experiences in the Star Dou Great Forest.

Once, they encountered a 50,000-year-old soul beast and almost lost their lives.

Another time, he encountered two Soul Master teams fighting over a Soul Beast, and he hid to the side to watch the excitement.

Zao Wou-Ki told these little stories so vividly that everyone's eyes lit up.

After listening, Tang San smiled and said, "So this is the Star Dou Great Forest. I just hope it can help Oscar and me find suitable spirit rings."

"After hearing what Teacher Zhao said, I can't wait any longer!"

Dai Mubai straightened his chest, his tone full of confidence as the oldest and most powerful among them.

"Once we get to the forest, I absolutely have to have a good fight with the soul beasts."

Wang Teng didn't speak, but just silently pondered his own thoughts.

He silently repeated the name "human-faced spider" to himself.

I wonder if I'll be able to encounter them like in the original story when I go to the Star Dou Great Forest this time.

"Oh, right."

Zhao Wuji turned around, his gaze sweeping over the group of people, and then said, "I am your team leader for this Soul Hunt, but to be honest, I will not intervene unless you are in real danger."

"In other words, the task of helping Oscar and Tang San hunt for spirit rings will depend on the cooperation of the rest of you."

Upon hearing this, Ma Hongjun quickly asked, "Teacher Zhao, do you mean we should do it ourselves?"

"What, lacking confidence?"

Zhao Wuji raised an eyebrow.

"I have confidence!"

Several people answered in unison, their voices filled with the youthful vigor unique to teenagers.

Zhao Wuji nodded in satisfaction and said, "That's good. Remember, hunting souls is not child's play, and soul beasts are not to be trifled with."

"You must learn to cooperate, to observe, and to protect yourselves and your comrades in battle."

After saying that, he quickened his pace, and the group continued heading towards the Star Dou Great Forest.

After running for several hours, everyone was exhausted, so they found a place to stop and rest.

During this trip, they obtained a lot of candies from Teacher Shao Xin. Some candies restored their soul power, some healed their injuries, some detoxified them, and others temporarily boosted their attack power, defense power, and speed.

At this time, these things came in very handy. During each break, everyone would take one, which greatly relieved their fatigue.

Wang Teng leaned against a tree, his mind racing with calculations.

This Soul Hunt took place a month later than in the original story.

I spent more time at Shrek Academy transforming the environment and exercising.

As time changes, will the people and things we encounter also change?

Will the people from Canghui Academy show up again?

Will the Dragon God and Snake Goddess still pass by?

Are the crested snake and the human-faced spider still in their original places?

Wang Teng was unaware of all this and could only take it one step at a time.

"Wang Teng, what are you thinking about? It's time to go."

Ning Rongrong walked over and patted him on the shoulder.

When Wang Teng came to his senses, he found that everyone had already stood up and were ready to continue their journey.

"Nothing, I was just spacing out."

Wang Teng smiled, revealing a hint of envy, and said, "I was just thinking about when I'll be able to break through to level 30."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Wuji laughed and said, "Don't worry, you're a fast cultivator, it shouldn't be long before you're done."

These are Teacher Zhao's honest thoughts.

Over the course of the month, Zhao Wuji's impression of Wang Teng improved more and more.

It's not just because this kid is close to Ning Rongrong—the little princess of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.

It was also because of Wang Teng's perseverance, comprehension, and indomitable spirit.

He would get up before dawn every day to cultivate, and every night he would meditate and cultivate in the back mountain.

Zhao Wuji believed that someone like Wang Teng, barring any unforeseen circumstances, would definitely have a bright future.

"Alright, stop chatting and let's hurry up and get going."

Zhao Wuji waved to the crowd and said, "We are still more than 200 kilometers away from the Star Dou Great Forest. If we don't hurry, we won't get there before dark."

(The original text describes a journey of 500 kilometers, which could be completed in one day.)