Chapter 27 Reactions from All Sides, Winning Over Zhu Zhuqing.
[Martial Soul Ranking Third: Dark Demon Evil God Tiger]
[Holder: Zhu Zhuqing (Tianxing Academy)]
[Evaluation: This soul beast is a variant of the soul beast, with unparalleled combat power. A ten-thousand-year-old soul beast can withstand the combined attack of several hundred-thousand-year-old soul beasts. It also possesses the secret technique of the Death Arena, which reverses time. When transformed into a human martial soul, its quality surpasses the God King level. It evolved from the Netherworld Cat to the Netherworld White Tiger, ..., the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger, and the Evil God Tiger, evolving several times. It possesses six extreme attributes: time, space, evil, thunder, wind, and power, with astonishing potential.]
[Rewards: The Death Arena secret technique's side effects are removed (it can be automatically triggered when facing the threat of death), soul power level increased by 10 levels, all soul ring age increased by 40,000 years, and one two-hundred-thousand-year soul bone of choice.]
The golden divine runes of the third-ranked Martial Soul Ranking exploded like thunder.
The words "Dark Demon Evil God Tiger" and "Zhu Zhuqing (Tianxing Academy)" hung high in the sky.
The six ultimate attributes and the evaluation surpassing the God-King level instantly pushed the continent's shock to a new peak, with all forces reacting violently and undercurrents surging.
In the Papal Palace, Bibi Dong stared at the golden halo flowing outside the palace, her fingertips subtly surging with purplish-black soul power.
When Zhu Zhuqing's name and martial soul information came into view, the chill around her suddenly surged, a spider phantom flashed behind her, and fine cracks spread across the papal throne beneath her.
"Zhu Zhuqing, the youngest daughter of the Ghost Duke of the Star Luo Empire, this girl... the Netherworld Cat has evolved into such a monstrous species?"
Her voice was icy cold, but her eyes surged with disbelief.
"Six ultimate attributes, the secret technique of reversing time, just how many secrets does Tianxing Academy hold?"
Hu Liena, Xie Yue, and Yan stood frozen below the palace, their faces pale. Hu Liena gripped her skirt tightly, her golden eyes filled with shock.
"Zhu Zhuqing...a person from the Ghost Duke's Mansion? She actually possesses a martial soul that surpasses the God King level?"
Xie Yue gripped his moon blade tightly, his tone tinged with difficulty.
"With such a rate of evolution and talent, coupled with the support of Tianxing Academy, her combat power is probably beyond the reach of ordinary Title Douluo."
Bibi Dong raised her hand to stop the three whispering, a ruthless resolve flashing in her eyes: "Accelerate the plan."
She looked at Hu Liena, her voice carrying an undeniable authority: "Set off immediately to find Tianxing Academy. Not only must we investigate its foundation, but we must also find a way to get close to Zhu Zhuqing."
"If we can't win her over, we can't destroy her, or we must find out the key to her martial soul evolution, at any cost."
"Remember, we absolutely cannot offend Tianxing Academy. There is already a god-level combatant there, someone I cannot currently resist."
"Furthermore," Bibi Dong added, her eyes growing even colder.
"Send a message to the Star Luo's secret agents, sow discord between the Ghost Duke's Mansion and the royal family. I want to see if the Star Luo Empire can tolerate a non-royal nobleman who possesses a martial soul surpassing the God-King level."
In the Hall of Offerings.
The six elders, who had just recovered somewhat from the shock of Yun Ming's ascension to godhood, were once again struck hard by the information on the Golden List.
The hall was deathly silent, with only the chaotic fluctuations of soul power quietly spreading.
Azure Phoenix Douluo abruptly stood up, his phantom wings unfolding and then retracting, his voice trembling uncontrollably.
"A martial soul surpassing the God-King level? Six ultimate attributes encompassing space and time? What kind of monster is this Zhu Zhuqing?!"
Lion Douluo slammed his fist against a pillar, sending shards of stone flying.
"The Ghost Duke's Mansion actually harbors such a trump card! I've lived most of my life and never heard of a soul beast variant transforming into such a terrifying martial soul!"
Thousand-Pound Douluo frowned, his eyes filled with solemnity.
"Yun Ming is already a level 100 expert, and Zhu Zhuqing has suddenly appeared out of nowhere. Judging from this reward, she's probably a junior. Both of them graduated from Heavenly Path Academy, which is likely stronger than the Spirit Hall."
He turned to Qian Daoliu, his voice filled with worry: "Grand Elder, Xue'er, she..."
Qian Daoliu stood in the center of the hall, his gaze fixed on the golden list, his hands clenching unconsciously until his knuckles turned white.
His angelic soul power fluctuated violently, clearly indicating his inner turmoil.
"There is no record of such a heaven-defying martial soul in the Angel God's inheritance."
He took a deep breath, his voice heavy: "Xue'er is facing two opponents who can overturn the continent's overall situation."
"Pass down the order," Qian Daoliu said, his majestic voice resounding throughout the hall.
"Spread out all spies to locate Tianxing Academy, and closely monitor the movements of the Star Luo Empire. Zhu Zhuqing's identity is special. The conflict between the Ghost Duke's Mansion and the royal family, due to that distorted marriage, has long been irreconcilable. She might be the only breakthrough."
He paused, then added, "Unless you are absolutely certain, you must not clash with Tianxing Academy. Those who disobey will not be blamed for showing no mercy."
Star Luo Empire, Royal Palace.
The Star Luo Emperor's hand holding the memorial suddenly froze. His gaze was fixed on the golden list in the air, his expression complex and inscrutable, containing shock, apprehension, and a hint of barely perceptible suspicion.
"Zhu Zhuqing of the Ghost Duke's Mansion, wasn't that girl taken away by a mysterious powerhouse six years ago right after awakening her martial soul?"
The Emperor murmured the name, his voice hoarse.
"The Netherworld Cat has evolved into the Dark Demon Evil God Tiger, surpassing even a God-King level martial soul... This girl has been hiding her true power for so long!"
The ministers erupted in uproar: "Your Majesty, with Zhu Zhuqing wielding such power, the Ghost Duke's mansion's influence is likely far greater than anticipated!"
"A noble of a different surname possessing such heaven-defying strength is definitely not a good thing for the royal family!" "Why not take advantage of her time at the Heavenly Path Academy and secretly eliminate her to prevent future troubles!"
"Shut up!"
Emperor Xingluo roared, these ministers were truly senile. The powerful figure who had just been listed was already level 100.
With him in charge, who on the continent could kill someone under his nose?
"Eliminate her? Would Tianxing Academy stand idly by? With her current strength, anyone they send will never return."
"Issue the decree," the Emperor's eyes flashed with determination, "Confer upon the Grand Duke of Youming the title of 'Star Luo Guardian War God,' bestow upon him one million gold soul coins and one hundred soul-guided artifacts, and immediately dispatch an envoy to investigate the location of Tianxing Academy, ensuring an alliance is formed."
He looked at the Prime Minister and added, "Closely monitor the movements of the Ghost Duke's Mansion; report any unusual activity immediately."
"Your Majesty is wise!" At the First Prince's residence.
Davis was discussing matters with Zhu Zhuyun when the divine runes on the golden list and the faint pressure pierced through the mansion. Both looked up simultaneously, their expressions changing drastically.
When the words "Zhu Zhuqing" and "surpassing the God-King level Martial Soul" clearly came into view, Davis clenched his fists, his eyes filled with jealousy and malice.
"Zhu Zhuqing! She actually…"
Davis gritted his teeth, his tone filled with resentment.
"Clearly a second son's fiancé abandoned by his family, just an ordinary Netherworld Cat, how could she gain the favor of Heavenly Path Academy and possess such a heaven-defying martial soul!"
He had always considered himself the number one among the younger generation of Star Luo, never regarding Dai Mubai as his only rival, and never taking Zhu Zhuqing seriously. Now, her achievements had slapped him hard in the face.
Zhu Zhuyun stood aside, her face ashen, her hands twisting her sleeves tightly, her eyes filled with resentment and madness.
She was Zhu Zhuqing's older sister, and in terms of both talent and status, she believed herself to be far superior to her younger sister.
But now, Zhu Zhuqing had suddenly become a top powerhouse on the continent, possessing a martial soul surpassing the God King level.
"Impossible! This is absolutely impossible!"
Zhu Zhuyun's voice was shrill, filled with disbelief. She understood the consequences of Zhu Zhuqing's ranking.
She and Davis would likely be killed by her own hands in the future.
Davis took a deep breath, suppressing the jealousy in his heart, a ruthless glint flashing in his eyes.
"Zhu Yun, now is not the time for resentment."
He looked at Zhu Zhu Yun, his tone icy. "Zhu Zhu Qing's current strength is beyond our ability to contend with, but her existence undoubtedly threatens my inheritance of the throne."
"A sister with a martial soul surpassing the God-King level—that brat Dai Mubai might gain the support of the Ghost Duke's Mansion because of this."
"Then what do we do?"
A flicker of panic flashed in Zhu Zhu Yun's eyes, quickly replaced by ruthlessness. "We can't let her get away with this! We must destroy her!"
"Are you crazy? Tianxing Academy has a God-level expert overseeing it; don't mention this again."
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