It was a rare moment of leisure. Xiao Wu had gone shopping with Liu Erlong, and Zuzong planned to take this chance to spend some alone time with Zhu Zhuqing in the room, discussing life and exploring "art." But, unexpectedly, Xiao Wu returned and whispered something in Zhu Zhuqing's ear, causing her to blush and leave with Xiao Wu.
Walking alone along the bustling streets of Heaven Dou City, Zuzong wandered from west to east, buying various supplies. After all, with his future travels across the multiverse, he couldn't afford to be without essential resources.
Later, he visited the antique street, where he found a few treasures, including a pair of storage soul tool rings. Each ring had at least 10 cubic meters of storage space, discovered through his system's readings. He purchased them for 100 gold soul coins, as they were hidden inside a statue within a peculiar box.
The sound of wind chimes rang in the air, and a luxurious golden carriage passed by slowly. Instinctively, Zuzong looked up as the carriage window opened. Inside was a mature woman who looked to be about 27 or 28 years old. However, her eyes held a wisdom far beyond her apparent age. She exuded an aura of nobility, but strangely, there wasn't a trace of soul power on her, indicating she wasn't a soul master.
Their eyes met for a moment before Zuzong looked away and continued walking. She was just a noblewoman, and no matter how refined or beautiful she was, it had nothing to do with him. He thought his time would be better spent cultivating.
The noblewoman, with a complex expression, watched him leave and whispered instructions to her maid before returning to the carriage.
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At Shrek Academy, chaos was brewing. Tai Long's grandfather, Old Tai Tan, had arrived. The Power Clan, known for their single-lineage heritage, was also famous for fiercely protecting their own. Upon learning that both his son and grandson had been defeated by a Blue Silver Grass soul master from Shrek Academy, Old Tai Tan flew into a rage.
You might wonder why Old Tai Tan waited a week to exact his revenge. That's simple—Zuzong had chosen the timing perfectly. Flander had taken Ma Hongjun to Sunset Forest to obtain his third soul ring, and Liu Erlong had been mysteriously busy with Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing, rarely staying at the academy. Only Vice Dean Zhao Wuji and the "theory-invincible" Grandmaster, who was expecting a child, were left behind.
Coincidentally, Tai Long and his brother had been discussing whether to tell their grandfather about the beating they received, and Old Tai Tan overheard it. Everything fell into place naturally.
Inside the dining hall, everything was calm, like the calm before the storm. Tang San, Meng Yiran, and Oscar were having lunch. For some reason, more and more girls had been paying attention to Tang San that morning.
Oscar, eating his meal, whispered to Tang San, "I shouldn't have joined you guys for lunch today."
Tang San, confused, asked, "Why?"
Oscar sighed, "Haven't you noticed? Since this morning, all the girls have been looking at you, like they're ready to devour you. When you weren't around, those looks used to be aimed at me."
Meng Yiran raised an eyebrow, clearly frustrated. If she didn't stick to Tang San's side all day, who knows how many "vixens" would try to approach him. "Oscar, aren't you into Rongrong? Should I tell her?"
"Please, no! I admit my mistake," Oscar replied quickly, his face showing bitterness. He had been pursuing Ning Rongrong for months, but she had always treated him as just a friend. Then, a week ago, she suddenly skyrocketed to level 30 and went home to obtain her soul ring. Now, Oscar wasn't sure when she'd return.
Feeling troubled, he asked Meng Yiran, "Yiran, since you live close to Ning Rongrong, do you know what she's been up to?"
Meng Yiran shook her head, "Not really. She's always been with Zhuqing, acting mysterious. By the way, Zhuqing's boyfriend has been staying at our academy lately. He seems to know Teacher Erlong quite well."
Hearing about Zuzong, Oscar couldn't help but feel relieved. Luckily, Zuzong already had a girlfriend, otherwise he wouldn't stand a chance with Ning Rongrong. If he were her, he would've chosen Zuzong too. He had looks, unmatched strength, and was practically a monster.
Shifting the conversation, Oscar asked Tang San, "Hey, did you really defeat Tai Long?"
Tang San was baffled, "Who's Tai Long?"
Since arriving in Heaven Dou City, Tang San had mostly kept to himself, focusing on cultivation and spending time with Meng Yiran. He hadn't fought anyone named Tai Long.
Oscar's face changed, and he whispered, "He's that guy who liked Zhuqing, the former top student here, built like a gorilla! There's a rumour that a Blue Silver Grass soul master beat him, and later his father came for revenge but got beaten too. The only Blue Silver Grass soul master here is you. Otherwise, why would all those girls be staring at you?"
Tang San was bewildered, "I haven't fought anyone recently."
Oscar suddenly realized something, "Oh no, I get it now. You're in trouble, buddy."
Meng Yiran scolded, "Just spit it out!"
Oscar explained, "Tang San, you'd better run. I heard from Rongrong and Zhuqing that Tai Long has a grandfather who's a Soul Douluo and very protective. If he finds out his grandson was beaten, he'll come looking for trouble."
Meng Yiran angrily responded, "Why would he come after Tang San? What did he ever do to him?"
Oscar sighed, "Everyone thinks you beat up Tai Long and his dad. It doesn't matter who did it, the old gorilla will come after you first."
Sure enough, after they finished their meal, they heard someone shouting in the academy, "Whose martial soul is Blue Silver Grass? Tai Long's grandfather, the Herculean Tai Tan, is here, saying a Blue Silver Grass soul master injured his son and grandson, and he's here for revenge."
Then, someone in the crowd shouted, "Tang San's martial soul is Blue Silver Grass."
Meng Yiran was furious, "Who's running their mouth?"
Tang San, feeling a bit conflicted, told Meng Yiran, "Yiran, go find Vice Dean Zhao Wuji. Oscar, let's go check it out."
Meng Yiran coldly huffed, "If that old gorilla dares to harm you, I'll have my grandparents teach him a lesson."
Meng Yiran's grandparents, known as the Unrivaled Dragon and Serpent, possessed a martial soul fusion technique strong enough to rival an ordinary Titled Douluo. With Meng Yiran's grandfather being a Soul Douluo himself, they had no reason to fear Old Tai Tan.
"Truth stands on its own. I'll confront Tai Long and his father face to face. Let's see if they dare to lie outright," Tang San replied calmly.
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