Douluo Continent: Starting with a Tom Cat

Feel the oppressive force of the small firecrackers from Tuffy!

Sure enough, when the black-clad Soul Saint discovered that he couldn't shake off these small firecrackers no matter how hard he tried, he suddenly had a very bad feeling.

He was just about to activate his defensive soul skill when all the small firecrackers exploded at the same time.

"Boom!"

"Ah ah ah"

Thick black smoke accompanied by a huge explosion followed by a miserable scream from the black-clad Soul Saint, whose wings were blown to smithereens, leaving hardly any intact flesh.

Now transformed into a dark crow, his eyes were bloodshot. This was not only physical pain, but also a huge psychological humiliation. He had actually been toyed with and severely injured by a Soul Master.

He completely forgot about Xue Qinghe; all he wanted to do now was capture Shen An and tear him to pieces. He wouldn't let the cat and the mouse go either!

Countless amounts of soul power, reaching level 71, were poured into the Martial Soul True Body, causing the black soul rings to shine brightly.

In the night sky, a giant black crow relentlessly chased a streak of cyan sword light, yet it never slowed down even an inch.

Tom and Jerry stood on the ground, watching in a daze. With such an intense battle, they were just ordinary house cats and mice, and there was no way they could get involved.

Xue Qinghe, no, at this point it should be called Qianrenxue.

At this moment, he no longer had that ordinary appearance; his true appearance was fully revealed.

She looked to be in her early twenties, with snow-white skin, a straight nose, and slightly slender phoenix eyes, possessing a stunningly beautiful face with a touch of arrogance.

He just seemed so anxious, which was completely out of character for his unparalleled elegance.

Six pairs of pure white wings tore off from her back, and she radiated a holy golden light. Brilliant golden flames enveloped her body as she flew rapidly toward Shen An.

Chapter 167 Even Spike would be dizzy from that brick, are you scared yet?

A golden tail of flame trailed behind Qian Renxue as she sped toward Shen An like a shooting star chasing the moon.

Although she was only at the Soul Emperor level, her speed was in no way inferior to that of an ordinary agility-type Soul Saint.

"Twenty seconds, no, just fifteen seconds and I can be next to Shen An, then grind that Soul Saint to dust. Shen An, you must hold on!"

At this moment, Qian Renxue made no attempt to conceal her cultivation level. Wherever she passed, the space distorted, and the dazzling golden light made her appear as if a god had descended.

'Such a powerful aura, but I don't know if it's friend or foe.' Shen An's perception was astonishing, and since Qian Renxue made no attempt to conceal herself, he was able to detect her immediately.

Having taken the speed-up potion, Shen An skillfully dodged the blade-like black feathers, his eyes flashing with a cold light as he stared at the black-clad Soul Saint who remained stubbornly behind him.

He secretly vowed to kill him quickly, otherwise it would be terrible if the Soul Saint who came was an enemy.

Shen An could keep up with a Soul Saint using his speed, but if there was another Soul Saint whose aura was no less than that of the black-clad Soul Saint, or even stronger, then Shen An would have no choice but to use cheat codes.

Hurry and go to the Western Paradise to invite Kung Fu Tom!

Shen An stopped chasing it and instead suddenly landed on the ground. He could only maneuver around it in the sky but could not kill it, after all, the advantage of a flying martial soul true body was too great.

Upon landing, Shen An instantly gave Tom Jerry a look, and Tom Jerry nodded in understanding.

Tom used his cat paw to compare the black-clad Soul Saint's landing point, then took a step, extending his short legs by hundreds of meters, and then stepped over with his other foot, emphasizing a scientific and reasonable approach.

Tom, now back to his normal size, whistled nonchalantly, but secretly took a brick from his back.

[The Brick That Smashes Spike: A light tap on the enemy's head can stun them for thirty seconds]

Everything happened in the blink of an eye. As soon as Shen An landed, the black-clad Soul Saint followed closely behind, his enormous Martial Soul True Body landing on the ground, causing the soil beneath him to crack inch by inch.

The black-clad Soul Saint was burning with rage. How could a mere Soul Venerable be so troublesome? But so what if he was troublesome? He thought that Shen An's sudden stop in the middle of the fight must mean that he had run out of soul power.

"Kid, out of options now? I'm about to make you wish you were dead." The black-clad Soul Saint laughed cruelly. Being forced into this situation by a three-ring Soul Venerable was an utter humiliation for him.

"Huh, what's that whistling sound?" The black-clad Soul Saint, who was taking steps forward, was shocked to discover a faint whistling sound beside his ear.

How terrifying it is to be able to minimize one's presence next to a Soul Saint; if attacked by such a person, he would be severely injured even if he didn't die.

'It was just a cat! It scared me to death!'

"Hmph, you can die with your master." The black-clad Soul Saint channeled his soul power, and his blade-like wings lashed out at Tom like lightning.

"Shh!"

As expected, Tom was cut in two with a single stroke, but no blood flowed out. Tom even stared blankly at his body, which had been severed at the waist.

Did I get hit?

Furious, Tom used one hand to steady his severed body so he wouldn't slip and fall, while with the other hand he picked up a brick and struck the black-clad Soul Saint on the back of the head.

"boom!"

A crisp knocking sound rang out, and the black-clad Soul Saint turned his head sharply to see that the cat, which had just been cut in half, was completely unharmed.

But the look of horror in his eyes hadn't even formed before it turned into an abnormal vortex of color, and his whole body swayed on the spot. At this moment, he was like a fish on a chopping board, at the mercy of everyone.

Seeing this, Shen An poured all his soul power into the Nine-Leaf Sword Grass without hesitation. The soaring sword intent pierced the sky, and the Cloud-Splitting Strike was launched fiercely, like a white rainbow piercing the sun and a stone breaking the sky.

He dared not be negligent in the slightest. Although he had thirty seconds, he could still follow up with a few more strikes if he couldn't kill the opponent with one sword. This was out of respect for the strong.

As expected, the blade pierced the neck of the black-clad Soul Saint, and a pungent smell of blood filled the air. The pain seemed to bring the black-clad Soul Saint to his senses, and he stared at Shen An with a deathly gaze.

Shen An gripped the hilt of the sword tightly and thrust it in again with force, his hand twisting and tearing the flesh and blood of the assailant, causing it to splatter everywhere.

"Crack!"

Death had arrived. The dizziness had vanished, replaced by a clear-headed state, but it was too late. No matter how much resentment lingered in his heart, he was nothing more than a skeleton.

Shen An silently used a small soul power experience pack on himself. The attack just now had consumed too much energy, and he urgently needed to replenish his soul power in order to face the unknown visitors ahead.

Shen An gripped his sword, gazing solemnly at the approaching figure from the horizon. The sacred golden light illuminated the dim night with dazzling brilliance.

Qian Renxue hovered in the air, her face now covered by a mask made of golden soul power. She silently looked at Shen An, who was standing, and the black-clad Soul Saint lying on the ground.

Tom then handed the glue to Jerry, asking him to put it back together.

Qian Renxue felt a huge wave of dizziness. No, I know you're powerful, but a Soul Venerable can still win against a Soul Saint? That doesn't make sense.

After a moment of silence, Qian Renxue spoke up: "I came here on behalf of His Highness the Crown Prince to protect you. You single-handedly killed the Soul Saint."

Shen An looked at Qian Renxue, who seemed like an angel descended to earth and a celestial being, and his lips twitched incessantly. "You really think highly of me? Didn't you see the three spirit rings next to me?"

Shen An said, "I had a fortuitous encounter many years ago and obtained a powerful soul tool. Otherwise, I would have been no match for a Soul Saint."

Qian Renxue somewhat agreed. If it was done by using external objects to kill a Soul Saint, it would be understandable; otherwise, it would be too heaven-defying.

Since we've already come all this way, and finally managed to meet Shen An in our true forms, are we just going to leave without saying a word?

"Does the young lady have anything else to attend to? And where is His Highness the Crown Prince currently?" Shen An asked cautiously.

"It's alright, the Crown Prince will be here shortly. Since you have nothing else to do, I'll take my leave now."

"Remember, I am His Highness the Crown Prince's secret bodyguard. You must not reveal my existence."

Watching Qian Renxue disappear into the horizon as she turned into a golden streak of light, Shen An felt a sense of unease. Although the person in front of him was a friend rather than an enemy, there was something about her that was not quite right.

Despite claiming to be sent by Xue Qinghe, she exuded an aura of supreme authority, as if she were the true ruler of this world.

Moreover, Shen An keenly sensed a hint of concern for him in her eyes, and that she asked him to keep his identity a secret.

Shen An shook his head and stopped thinking about it. In any case, this person had no ill intentions towards him, and Shen An would naturally keep the secret.

Tom and Jerry, completely recovered and without losing a single hair, watched Qian Renxue's disappearing figure with sidelong glances and smiles.

You're still pretending, but sooner or later you'll have to be honest with Shen An.

Chapter 168 Do you think she's pretty?

Shen An waited in place, while fiddling with a small token in his hand.

This was found in the soul tool of the black-clad Soul Saint. Shen An was wondering who was messing with him and sent someone to assassinate him.

If I hadn't cheated, I really wouldn't have been able to beat them.

"Shen An, Shen An." Are you alright?

A voice came from afar; it was Xue Qinghe, who ran up to Shen An, panting heavily.

Shen An smiled and said, "Brother Xue is fine. I was fortunate enough to obtain a powerful soul tool, which I originally kept to save my life, and it just so happens to come in handy now."

"By the way, Brother Xue, you recognize this, right?" Shen An handed over the token.

When Xue Qinghe saw this thing, his eyes narrowed instantly, and he was about to curse inwardly.

This is the Spirit Hall's token! You're here to kill someone, why are you carrying your ID card? Are you afraid that if the assassination fails, people won't recognize you?

Furthermore, why would the Spirit Hall send a Soul Saint to kill Shen An? If they could send someone at the Soul Saint level, they would at least know his identity.

He had accompanied Shen An on several occasions in order to subtly imprint his own mark on Shen An while recruiting him, so that powerful forces would be hesitant to act against him.

Unexpectedly, someone dared to make a move. A cold glint flashed in Xue Qinghe's eyes, and he silently murmured a name in his mind: 'Bibi Dong!'

What is this crazy woman trying to do?

Although her mind was racing, she showed no sign of it on the surface and pointed to the token.

"This is the Spirit Hall's token. Judging from Qi Huawen's appearance, he also holds a high position in the Spirit Hall."

Shen An said with great interest, "I don't think I've ever had any dealings with the Spirit Hall, that's a powerful force."

"No, even if there were, it would only be in Soto City, where they offended a mediocre uncle and nephew."

Shen An was truly helpless. Why did the Spirit Hall, the top boss that runs throughout the entire story, have to make things difficult for him?

Are we really going to gradually increase his strength? If they dare to send a Soul Saint today, they'll dare to send a Soul Douluo tomorrow, and a Title Douluo the day after.

'Damn it, if I push myself too far, I'll just overtake Tom and sweep everything aside.' Shen An thought to himself.

Xue Qinghe smiled wryly and said, "As I expected, you have obviously been too outstanding lately and have caught the eye of some important figures."

Seeing Shen An's unpredictable expression, Xue Qinghe assumed that Shen An was afraid. As the young master of the Spirit Hall, she was well aware of the Spirit Hall's power.

If someone is truly determined to kill another, no one can stop them. Tang Hao's wandering around is nothing more than Bibi Dong's deliberate doing.

"Shen An, don't worry, you're my friend. I will absolutely not let the Spirit Hall harm you," Xue Qinghe reassured Shen An.

Shen An smiled and thanked her, it was best that Xue Qinghe was willing to help him solve his troubles.

Fame can only be accumulated in the open, and he certainly can't retaliate against the Spirit Hall openly right now. But if that's not possible now, he'll just have to keep it in mind for now.

He was attacked and killed for no reason. If he doesn't take revenge on this in the future, he's not a Shen.

Shen An and Xue Qinghe led the two children toward home. Xue Qinghe asked, as if by some strange coincidence, "You've seen her, haven't you?"

“That mysterious woman,” Shen An replied.

"Yes, what do you think of her?" Xue Qinghe asked casually, looking away as if it were unintentional.

"She's very strong. That powerful aura is the strongest I've ever encountered among young people. I have no doubt that she can kill that Soul Saint alive."

Xue Qinghe...

When asked how you felt, you even gave your opinion.

Xue Qinghe glared at Shen An and spoke again, "Do you think she's pretty?"

Tom and Jerry, standing to the side, silently shook their heads and pursed their lips. Sure enough, every girl would ask this question.

“I can sense her extraordinary aura; even with the golden mask covering her, she is still a top-tier beauty,” Shen An said solemnly.

Xue Qinghe smiled slightly and walked ahead on her own: "Remember, you must keep this a secret. She is a secret weapon."

Shen An couldn't help but chuckle. The royal family really had a lot of secrets. But since he was asked to keep them a secret, he would keep them a secret.

Soon they arrived at Shen An's courtyard. The room was lit by candlelight, and two slender figures could be faintly seen through the window.

Xue Qinghe's face immediately fell: "You live with someone else?"

Shen An laughed and said, "That's right, Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong, the three of us can cultivate together. You know, I don't have many friends, so being together will keep me from being lonely."

"Hmph, what is there for the strong to fear in loneliness? Alright, I've brought you back, I'll be leaving now."

"Alright, Brother Xue, take care."

"Hmph." Xue Qinghe snorted softly again and walked away without looking back.

……

However, Xue Qinghe was not going to the palace, but to the Spirit Hall.

Seeing that no one was around, she quietly walked into an alley and reappeared as a woman wearing a mask.