Douluo Continent: Becoming a God Through Taking on Disciples Begins with Intercepting Zhu Zhuqing

"Don't speak yet, let me finish."

Tang Shan pursed his lips and remained silent.

"I'm saying all this to tell you: if possible, you will always be my third brother."

"But I've decided to drop out of school. I'm afraid I won't be able to go to school with you anymore."

These words were like a thunderclap, causing Tang Shan's expression to change drastically in an instant.

He grabbed Xiao Wu's shoulder, his voice trembling: "Why? Xiao Wu, why did you drop out of school? Did someone force you? It was Jiang Yunzhou...it must have been him who forced you, right? I'm going to find him and ask him!"

Tang Shan was consumed by rage, and his face darkened.

He absolutely cannot accept Xiao Wu leaving, never!

During this time, he considered many possibilities, but he never expected that Xiao Wu would take the initiative to leave.

Was it because I had neglected her before?

He suddenly felt incredibly regretful. When he first came to the academy, Xiao Wu had mentioned wanting to switch academies.

If I had listened to her advice back then, would none of this have happened?

But he insisted on staying. Did she sense something was wrong at that time?

Is she giving herself a chance? But why doesn't she explain herself clearly?

She must not have done it voluntarily; she must have been forced.

Otherwise, why would I have been so determined to come to Shilaike with him in the first place?

He told himself this, as if as long as he believed it, he could still salvage something.

"Third Brother, no one forced me; it was my own decision."

"Call me heartless, or want to break off all ties with me... I accept it all."

"What can you do if you go to Brother Yunzhou now?"

Tang Shan stared wide-eyed in disbelief: "What did you say? Why did you call that person 'Brother Yunzhou'? I don't believe it, you must be lying to me!"

Looking at Tangshan, which was about to descend into madness, Xiao Wu felt utterly exhausted.

At that moment, she truly felt that Tang Shan's feelings for her might have long surpassed the simple brotherly and sisterly affection.

In the past, she probably wouldn't have thought much about it.

But what can she do when Ning Rongrong has already 'brainwashed' her?

She now only wants to live a peaceful life and focus on her cultivation, and doesn't want to live in fear all the time anymore.

"I've said everything I needed to say. Third Brother, from now on, let's each go our own way."

"If you're willing, I'll still consider you my older brother."

After saying that, she stopped looking at Tang Shan and walked straight past him toward the exit of the college.

She only needs to give Tangshan an explanation.

As for the college teachers? She could leave that to Jiang Yunzhou; she didn't want to cause any more trouble.

She had used up all her courage after saying those words to Tang Shan.

And right now, no one in the entire Shrek Academy should dare to refuse his request, right?

Well, there really is one stubborn one, Yu Xiaogang.

But is his opinion important to Jiang Yunzhou?

Tang Shan stood frozen in place, utterly distraught, his mind in turmoil, even feeling that Xiao Wu was somewhat lifeless and heartless at that moment.

He finally understood what that thing that had quietly disappeared these past few days was.

She no longer belonged to him, she would no longer follow him around all day, and he would no longer hear her calling him "Third Brother" from time to time.

He closed his eyes, and a tear silently slid down his cheek.

At this moment, his hatred for Jiang Yunzhou reached its peak.

He must get Xiao Wu back, and only by becoming strong enough can he do so.

He was no longer confused and turned firmly toward Yu Xiaogang's dormitory.

"Teacher, please help me!"

......

Xiao Wu, carrying large and small bags of luggage, walked nervously through the courtyard gate.

As soon as she stepped inside, she saw three familiar figures smiling and looking at her.

"Xiao Wu, you're here!"

"The teacher said you would definitely come, and he was right again." Ning Rongrong stepped forward gracefully and took the luggage from her hands.

"I've tidied up your room, so we can cultivate together from now on." Zhu Zhuqing also came forward to help.

Xiao Wu looked up at Jiang Yunzhou and whispered, "Teacher, I've already explained it to him. As for the dean..."

Jiang Yunzhou grinned and waved his hand, saying, "Why should I care about them? If they need anything, they can come directly to me."

"Settle in first, I'll come find you later."

Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing helped Xiao Wu tidy up the room and put away his belongings. Before long, everything was in order.

Jiang Yunzhou arrived as promised and entered Xiao Wu's room.

This time, Zhu Zhuqing learned her lesson and prepared tea well in advance, not wanting to be accused of being 'tactless' again.

She handed the teacup to Xiao Wu and gently reminded him:

"If you want to become an apprentice, you should serve tea to your teacher."

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Chapter 54 Xiao Wu, you're thanking me too soon; this is just an appetizer.

Jiang Yunzhou nodded in satisfaction, secretly praising Zhu Zhuqing for becoming more and more sensible.

Xiao Wu took the teacup and said solemnly, "Teacher, please have some tea."

Jiang Yunzhou laughed heartily, took the tea and drank a sip, then took out a sword leaf bracelet and handed it over: "Alright, Xiao Wu, from today onwards, you will be my third disciple."

"This sword-leaf bracelet is a token from your master to you. Please accept it."

Xiao Wu accepted it without hesitation; she had long secretly envied Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing's bracelets.

This was not only a token of their master-disciple relationship, but also a precious storage bracelet. She cherished it and wore it carefully on her wrist.

Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing both looked at Jiang Yunzhou, waiting for him to revert to that 'dull' state.

The next moment, his gaze sharpened, as if he were lost in thought.

The two exchanged a knowing look; it seems this is a standard procedure!

At this moment, system notifications kept ringing in Jiang Yunzhou's mind:

[Ding! Congratulations, host, you have successfully accepted a third disciple: Little Five!]

[The personal disciple, Xiao Wu, has successfully bound himself to the host's third spirit ring!]

[The current host's third spirit ring age has been dynamically updated to: 3000 years]

[Xiao Wu's information panel has been expanded:]

Qualification rating: S level

Martial Soul: Soft-Boned Charming Rabbit

Current Soul Power: Level 28

Soul Ring Configuration: Yellow, Yellow

[The fifth grade has undergone in-depth system analysis! A special growth gift pack is included!]

Martial Soul Advancement Pill *1: Can optimize the origin of a Martial Soul, greatly enhance its potential, and guide the Martial Soul to evolve towards a higher level.

Taiyin Jade Rabbit Scripture *1: Based on the Taiyin Moon Flower, it uses softness to overcome hardness, focuses on body tempering and close combat, and is supplemented by illusionary soul-bewitching techniques.

[Recommended supplementary cultivation method:]

The Tai Chi Classics state that by understanding the principles of "overcoming hardness with softness" and "using four ounces to deflect a thousand pounds," and combining these principles with "silk reeling energy," one can maximize the ability to deflect force and use the opponent's force against them.

[Compatibility Assessment: Perfect Fit! This disciple has immense potential and can perfectly leverage Xiao Wu's flexibility and close-combat advantages, elevating core abilities such as "Waist Arch," "Charm," and "Explosive Kill," and granting them even greater vitality and resilience...]

[Summary of the Core Techniques of the Taiyin Jade Rabbit Scripture:]

Taiyin Body Shaping: Drawing upon the essence of the Taiyin moon to temper the physical body, making the muscles and bones as supple as cotton and as tough as steel, reaching the state of "utmost softness and utmost strength", greatly improving strength, flexibility, coordination and resilience.

The Jade Rabbit Pounding Medicine: A unique method for transporting Qi and blood, revitalizing life, accelerating injury recovery, enhancing endurance, and, when practiced to a high level, allowing one to be reborn from a drop of blood.

Guanghan Zhegui Hand: The palm and fingers are wrapped with Taiyin cold energy. When used for close-range grappling, it can freeze the meridians, break bones and tendons, and destroy the withered and decaying.

Silk-reeling energy: It transforms the power of the Yin into invisible soft silk, which, when it gets close, makes the opponent feel as if they are trapped in a quagmire, and their power is deflected, slowed down, and distorted.

Moonlit Eyes Bewitching the Heart: The eyes contain the power of the Yin spirit, enhancing the "bewitching" skill, directly attacking the soul, creating illusions, and disturbing the mind.

Ultimate Divine Power: Guanghan Palace - Suppression: Summons the illusory image of the Moon Palace to suppress a region of heaven and earth, freezing time and space. Within the domain, only Xiao Wu can move freely.

......

Every time Jiang Yunzhou takes on a disciple, he has to endure this kind of setback.

It has to be said that this system is really generous, although all the benefits end up in the hands of the apprentice.

Currently, each of my three disciples has a top-tier cultivation technique tailored to their individual needs by the system, and their future cultivation potential is immeasurable.

Not only that, but even the quality of their martial soul was given a chance to be upgraded.

"System, could you give me one of those Martial Soul Advancement Pills as well?"

[Host, your Nine-Leaf Sword Grass Martial Soul has already reached the top quality in the current world and does not require further improvement.]

Upon hearing this, Jiang Yunzhou was not disappointed at all; on the contrary, he was in a great mood.

Although I didn't get any extra rewards, the word 'top' sounds just nice.