Douluo Continent: We agreed on a simulation, but they've come to life?

Lu Cheng remained suspended in mid-air.

With a casual wave of his hand, two more arrows came toward him, swirling around him and protecting him from all angles.

"..."

The entire room fell silent.

Even Lang Ya's expression changed.

He crossed a major realm and easily defeated his enemy. In fact, if it weren't for the presence of powerful high-ranking figures from the Star Luo Empire, Huang Zichen would probably have perished here.

What an extraordinary young man.

"Big brother, is he Lu Cheng?" Wei Ling'er leaned closer, her bright green eyes filled with excitement.

“Not bad… He is from my Heavenly Soul Empire, but he is too arrogant and I’m afraid he will be difficult to get along with… Uh…” Lang Ya was still explaining when he turned around and found that the little girl had already moved closer to Lu Cheng. He couldn’t help but shake his head with a smile.

"Big brother?"

Another young man with thick arms cast an inquiring glance his way.

Langya shook his head: "No need, let my little sister go. If she can form a good relationship, it will be a beautiful story. However, Lu Cheng obviously has a childhood sweetheart by his side, so I'm afraid... he will run into a wall."

the other side.

"Wei Ling'er, you are very strong..."

"Lu Cheng, you're not weak either."

"Pfft~ This humble attitude is quite different from how you were just now." The long-legged girl covered her mouth and chuckled.

However, a little boy quickly stepped between the two, grabbing Lu Cheng's arm as if to assert his dominance.

"I hope to see you again at the next All-Continent Soul Master Academy Tournament." Wei Ling'er glanced at Zhang Lexuan with a faint smile, not taking this little girl who hadn't even grown up yet seriously. She smiled at Lu Cheng and then turned and left decisively.

"You like her?" The little girl seemed quite intrigued.

“No.” Lu Cheng raised an eyebrow.

"Then keep staring at her legs." Zhang Lexuan bent down and examined her own legs. The proportions of her legs were quite good, but because they hadn't fully grown in yet, they were still short. She pouted and grumbled.

"I'm just curious about these guys from the Body Sect, they all look so strange..." Lu Cheng said without batting an eye.

"Am I beautiful?" Zhang Lexuan forcefully crammed her delicate and charming face into Lu Cheng's field of vision, and even struck a pose.

"Cute." Lu Cheng nodded.

"Is it beautiful?" Zhang Lexuan persisted, blinking her eyes repeatedly.

"……beautiful."

"Then why are your eyes closed?!"

"..."

[Mission Completed, Rating: SSS, Reward: Increase the age of all Soul Rings by 1000 years]

That was quite a feat; now he'll probably catch some people's attention.

Lu Cheng raised his head, his gaze passing over the noisy banquet hall. Through the window, he could see that the once clear sky was now covered with dark clouds, and raindrops were falling sparsely to the ground.

This fucking world is so dark.

If he hadn't known about Zhang Lexuan's tragedy beforehand, he probably would have remained lost in the illusion of this idyllic life. Without strength, everything will ultimately amount to nothing.

But that's just right.

Someone has to be the villain, right...?

Then play along with me in a play.

Lu Cheng vaguely saw a snow-white figure flash past the window, and a smile slowly appeared on his lips.

Shrek Academy was absent from this gathering.

……

Chapter 5: Amplifying the Physical Body, Eve

[After this battle, your name has spread across half the continent. Many academy students regard you as an idol. To have achieved such fame before even entering the academy has made your parents extremely happy, and they have held a grand banquet to celebrate. However, you have locked yourself in your room, your face filled with bitterness, because Shrek Academy has not shown up yet.]

Knowing Zhang Lexuan's background, you naturally understand that Shrek Academy wants to cultivate a disciple with a "clean" family background. Neither Zhang Lexuan nor you fall into this category because your family's power is in a very awkward position—not reaching the level of the Xuanming Sect, but far above ordinary minor nobles.

Therefore, if Shrek Academy wants to acquire an heir to the Sea God Pavilion, the best option is to create an accident that will leave both of you with "clean" backgrounds.

[After much deliberation, you attempted to approach the Body Sect for protection, but due to your Martial Soul, while Lang Ya was willing to befriend you, he had no intention of recruiting you. Furthermore, because your family was at the Heavenly Soul level, you dared not rashly submit to the Star Luo Empire, let alone the distant and boundless Sun Moon Empire. The Dou Ling Empire was too weak to serve as a protective shield. With no way to break this deadlock, you were met with a rebuff and could only continue your arduous cultivation.]

Two years later, at eleven years old, you broke through to level thirty-seven, becoming a Soul Master. Zhang Lexuan frequently disturbed your cultivation, pestering you. But each time you looked at the girl's face as she grew older, a strange sense of guilt overwhelmed you.

Zhang Lexuan also broke through to the Soul Master level and often sparred with you. After each sparring session, you would simply smile gently and lightly tap the girl's head. At first, the girl was dissatisfied, but she gradually got used to it.

[Chapter Two]

"drink!"

backyard.

Deep within the bamboo grove, a clear female voice suddenly rang out, causing countless green bamboos to tremble and birds and beasts to scatter.

"Brother, be careful!" Zhang Lexuan stood proudly in mid-air, her pretty face full of smugness, and waved one hand: "First Soul Skill, Silver Moon Amplification!"

next moment.

A silver crescent moon appeared in mid-air.

Even in broad daylight, a strange silver light still shone through.

For Lu Cheng, there was a subtle sense of weakness, while for Zhang Lexuan it was a boost...

"The second soul skill, Moon Blade!"

As the girl uttered her melodious, bell-like cry, several silver-white moon blades split off from the silver moon and shot towards Lu Cheng.

"good."

A look of satisfaction flashed in Lu Cheng's eyes.

With a casual wave of his hand, a golden crow emerged from behind him, coiling around Lu Cheng's side, its high-pitched cry echoing. The scorching flames split the silver-white moon blade into a wisp of white mist, which then vanished with a soft hiss.

"Damn it..." Seeing her attack easily neutralized by her opponent, Zhang Lexuan let out a soft snort, but then a hint of excitement surged in her eyes. "Take this again! Third Soul Skill, Silver Moon Wheel!"

With the enhancement of her first amplification soul skill, the girl's movement speed, defense, and attack have all been greatly increased.

The next instant, a deep purple soul ring rippled up from beneath his feet.

The silver moon in the sky became even more dazzling.

"drink!"

Moonlight spills out.

A bright, full moon, like a spinning wheel, instantly expanded several times its original size before crashing down upon Lu Cheng.

"Pfft..."

Water vapor rises.

Like a clash between the moon and the sun, the silver mist was quickly dispelled, and a blazing flame rose from below, completely engulfing it, its power terrifying...

"Tch, lost again..."

Zhang Lexuan was a little annoyed and pouted.

This vast difference in status is what makes the girl feel uneasy. In the future... will she really be left far behind by her brother?

In that case, will my brother look down on her?

In the future, will I no longer be able to stand by my brother's side and assert my dominance?

"Ouch~"

Amidst the mist, a figure emerged, gently touching the center of the girl's brow with two fingers, revealing a smile: "Hehe, not bad, you are indeed different after advancing to Soul Venerable."

Lu Cheng sized up the girl.

At eleven years old, she already had the appearance of a graceful young lady, and between her eyebrows and eyes, one could vaguely see that she was going to be a beauty. Although she was still young, she had a touch of gentleness and composure.

But this elegant demeanor was quickly ruined by the girl...

"It's hitting my forehead again, it hurts so much..." Zhang Lexuan muttered, her head drooping, but her fair cheeks were flushed.

It's obvious that they're just saying one thing and meaning another.

"Did you eat whale gelatin today?"

Lu Cheng put his hands behind his back and asked with a smile.

"I didn't eat... It's so bitter." Zhang Lexuan stuck out her tongue, while stealing a glance at Lu Cheng. Usually, only when she was like this would he personally feed her.

"Ugh."

Lu Cheng shook his head, somewhat helpless.

"Let's go."

The girl smiled and followed closely behind.

Inside the bamboo house.

The scene was shrouded in mist.

The girl was soaking in a medicinal bath inside. Through a layer of gauze, Lu Cheng sat quietly cross-legged, gazing at the bamboo forest outside with a complex expression. He was level 37, possessed the Sun-Shooting Bow, and his third soul ring was also from a 9,000-year-old fire-attribute soul beast. Just a few days ago, his strength was enough to defeat a level 52 Guardian Soul King.

Throughout history, this talent would definitely rank among the top three in the entire history of Douluo Star, but...

Compared to the colossal Shrek Academy, it is still just a drop in the ocean.

A showdown with Shrek Academy?

If you want to add a crime, there is nothing wrong with it.

For him and Zhang Lexuan, their talent was such, yet they lacked sufficient power—that was their original sin.

The situation is becoming increasingly unpredictable. Shrek Academy has never sent anyone to contact them, seemingly preparing a scheme...

In the distance, rolling dark clouds slowly pressed in.