In an instant, the entire continent fell into an eerie silence.
The will of the Douluo Plane had awakened and was ranking the top twenty Martial Souls?
These sudden changes left everyone at a loss as to what to do.
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Martial Soul City, Papal Hall Palace.
Bibi Dong held the scepter symbolizing Papal Hall authority. The body that had been leaning lazily against the papal throne unconsciously straightened.
Her chestnut-colored eyes were filled with shock.
"The Martial Soul Ranking, evaluated according to the owner's strength, talent, potential, and degree of Martial Soul development."
"Then I possess twin Martial Souls, two great domains, the title of Slaughter God of the City of Slaughter, Level Ninety-Eight Title Douluo strength, and…"
"Most importantly, the inheritance of the Rakshasa God. The top spot must belong to me, Bibi Dong!"
Bibi Dong burst into wild laughter, her voice filled with madness and excitement.
If the golden ranking was truly as it described, then after receiving the blessing of the Douluo Plane, her strength would undoubtedly soar to a terrifying level. Becoming a god on the spot would not be an impossible feat.
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Heaven Dou City, Crown Prince's Residence.
Qian Renxue, who had been impersonating Xue Qinghe, had already removed her disguise. Surrounded by Snake Lance Douluo and Porcupinefish Douluo, she raised her head to look at the sky.
Her beautiful golden hair, peerless appearance, and the golden eyes unique to the Angel Clan made her dazzling.
"Ranking the top twenty Martial Souls on the continent. My Six-Winged Angel Martial Soul is a divine-tier Martial Soul, with innate Level Twenty soul power. Who on the continent can compare?"
"Yes, Young Mistress. With your talent, reaching the top of the ranking is already a certainty. Should we consider leaving the Heaven Dou Empire?"
"You are afraid that the heavenly screen will expose my identity?"
Qian Renxue frowned. Although the heavenly screen had not stated it explicitly, better safe than sorry.
Still, abandoning years of infiltration in one move left her feeling unwilling.
"There is no rush. The ranking has not yet been revealed. We will decide after the names appear."
"Forget it. Contact Grandfather first and have him send several Offering over."
Qian Renxue sighed softly, then shifted her gaze toward the Heaven Dou City branch of the Martial Soul Hall.
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Hall of Offerings.
Several elderly figures gathered together, staring at the golden ranking in the sky with deep concern.
"Lord Angel God, please give guidance to your most loyal divine servants. Is this sudden change a blessing or a calamity?"
There was no doubt that Qian Daoliu received no response.
"Big Brother, Lord Angel God…"
Qian Daoliu shook his head.
"It seems that this upheaval can only be handled by ourselves."
"Top twenty Martial Souls. No matter what, a few of us old fellows should make the list."
"What about Xue'er?"
The Second Offering, Golden Crocodile Douluo, asked.
"Wait for now. Xue'er has her own judgment. Besides, I left her with enough life-saving measures. If necessary, I will personally go to Heaven Dou City."
"That is good."
Apart from the two of them, the remaining five figures in the Hall of Offerings all looked toward the golden ranking.
"Do you think us old fellows can make the list?"
"Afraid? Among us, the weakest is Level Ninety-Six. If none of us make it, that would be unreasonable."
"I just wonder what the rewards will be. Could it actually raise soul power levels?"
"If that is the case, this old man would welcome it. I have been stuck at Level Ninety-Eight for over fifty years and am nearing the end of my lifespan, with no hope of reaching the Peerless Douluo realm."
"If it can truly help me advance by one level, that would be wonderful."
Golden Crocodile Douluo laughed heartily, his tone carrying not the slightest greed for the rewards.
As a dignified Level Ninety-Eight Title Douluo, ranked among the top five powerhouses of the Douluo Continent, would he really place his hopes of advancement on external aids?
"Hahaha, Second Brother truly lives up to his reputation. Just this broad-mindedness alone surpasses me."
In an instant, the atmosphere in the Hall of Offerings became harmonious, as if the Martial Soul Ranking meant little to them.
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Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, Clan Council Hall.
Clan Master Yu Yuanzhen sat at the head seat, while several elders led by Yu Luomian chatted animatedly below.
"Big Brother, our Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Martial Soul is the number one beast Martial Soul under heaven. Even if we cannot take first place, we can at least reach the top five."
"First Elder jokes too modestly. In this world, aside from the Clear Sky Hammer of the Clear Sky Clan, what Martial Soul can contend with our Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon?"
"As for that Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, it cannot even break through to Soul Douluo. It is definitely inferior to us."
"I say it is either first or second!"
The laughter in the council hall grew louder, faintly accompanied by dragon roars.
"I am with the Fifth Elder. I bet top two. Anyone joining?"
"I am in. This old man bets ten thousand gold soul coins!"
Yu Yuanzhen sat calmly at the head seat, pride evident between his brows.
Indeed, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Martial Soul was universally acknowledged as the continent's number one beast Martial Soul. Even if it did not take first place, top five was guaranteed.
Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
Ning Fengzhi, Sword Douluo, and Bone Douluo all looked up at the sky.
"Uncle Sword, Uncle Bone, both of you are renowned Title Douluo on the continent. Making this ranking should pose no problem, right?"
Ning Fengzhi smiled faintly. The Seven Slaughter Sword Martial Soul possessed an innate domain and was the world's number one sword-type Martial Soul.
The Bone Dragon Martial Soul wielded spatial power and was unpredictable. With the strength of the two of them, there was no doubt they would make the ranking.
"Although I am confident we will make the list, Old Bone and I have not seen Rongrong in a long time."
"Yes. Rongrong went to that Heavenly Path Academy to study. She only has two months of vacation each year. I wonder just what level of strength that academy's headmaster possesses. The three of us together could not even withstand a single move from him."
"Old Sword, relax. Hasn't Rongrong been living quite happily?"
"That is true. Rongrong's Martial Soul has evolved into the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, and she has those soul tools and battle armor. The last time she came home, she was already a Soul Ancestor, and she was not even twelve years old."
"Yes, and her soul power is solid. Her second soul ring is a thousand-year ring, and her fourth soul ring is even a ten-thousand-year ring."
"Let things take their natural course. Rongrong is the hope of our sect."
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Shrek Academy.
Tang San stared at the golden ranking in the sky, his fingers clenched until they turned pale.
Because his Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul had no chance of making the list.
Then what about his second Martial Soul?
"Little San, do not be so nervous. Relax."
Dai Mubai, Oscar, and Ma Hongjun walked over. The current Shrek Academy only had the four of them left.
"Mm."
Not only that, but the Star Luo Empire, the Clear Sky Clan, the Lower Four Sects, and even the overseas Sun Moon Continent were all abuzz with discussion about the golden ranking.
Inside Heavenly Path Academy, Li Tianyi looked at the ranking and smiled bitterly. It seemed his strength could no longer be hidden.
"Teacher, do you think we can make the list?"
Ning Rongrong, lively and clever, tried to curry favor with Li Tianyi.
"Of course you can. You simply lack confidence in yourselves."
"Sigh, it is a pity that my Martial Soul is only a dolphin. It has not yet evolved into a mermaid. I am probably hopeless for this ranking."
Shui Yue'er pouted. When no one was paying attention, she pecked Li Tianyi on the cheek.
"Yue'er, you!"
Zhu Zhuqing protested, her personality now far livelier than in the original story.
"Hehe, Zhuqing, you are too stingy. I just kissed Teacher for comfort."
"Who is as abnormal as you? Your Martial Soul, the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger, was personally said by Teacher to be a Transcendent Divine Tier Martial Soul."
"And Bing'er's is the Extreme Cold Ice Phoenix. Yan Yan has the Poison Dragon Martial Soul. Then there is Lingling, Huo Wu, Xiao Wu, and Rongrong. Whose Martial Soul is not better than mine?"
As everyone was playfully arguing, four more figures walked over from the academy dormitory area.
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