Chapter 28 Special Martial Soul Ranking.
Upon hearing this, Lu Xiao snapped out of his reverie, his face regaining its usual calm and collected expression.
He shrugged and smiled nonchalantly, "That's not quite right. You've never even asked about my actual strength, have you?"
These lighthearted, slightly teasing words left Dugu Yan, Ning Rongrong, and Zhu Zhuqing speechless.
They were speechless for a moment, but it seemed true!
Thinking back, since they joined Beidou Academy, this young dean had spent his days either lounging in a chair in the sun or strolling around the academy.
When he guided their cultivation, it was mostly through verbal instruction; they had never seen him seriously meditate or cultivate.
His behavior made him seem like a carefree ordinary person, far removed from the image of a "top-tier expert."
And that was precisely why they felt such a huge shock when the truth was revealed in such a dramatic way.
However, this conversation also eased the previous tension.
The three women quickly calmed their turbulent emotions, replaced by an indescribable excitement and exhilaration.
They had finally glimpsed the true depths of the Beidou Academy.
A dean capable of triggering heavenly tribulations and possessing unimaginable top-tier combat power.
A teacher named Li Bai, whose sword aura soared to the heavens and whose depths were unfathomable.
Joining such an academy meant that their future path would far exceed ordinary people's imagination.
Titled Douluo?
Perhaps that was just the beginning!
Becoming a top powerhouse renowned throughout the continent no longer seemed like an unattainable dream.
Thinking of this, bright light shone in their three beautiful eyes, filled with unprecedented confidence and anticipation for their future cultivation path.
Just then, Ning Rongrong seemed to suddenly remember something.
She quickly walked to Lu Xiao and solemnly took out the magnificent golden, glass-like immortal herb—the Qiluo Tulip—from her storage soul tool.
"Dean, I'd like to ask for leave to go home," Ning Rongrong said earnestly.
"I want to take this Qiluo Tulip back for my father to consume. Our Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School's martial soul has always had a flaw, only reaching a maximum of level seventy-nine."
"Since this immortal herb can help my Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda evolve into a Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, perhaps... perhaps it can also help my father's martial soul evolve!"
Her eyes were filled with hope. Her father, Ning Fengzhi, as the sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School, had the greatest regret in his life being that he was limited by his martial soul and unable to break through to level eighty.
If this could be changed, it would be a great joy for her father and for the entire Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School.
Lu Xiao looked at Ning Rongrong, then glanced at the shimmering immortal herb in her hand, pondered for a moment, and then nodded.
Not only did he agree to Ning Rongrong's request, but he also said to Dugu Yan and Zhu Zhuqing, "You can also take this opportunity to go back for a few days and relax. You've worked hard during this period of cultivation."
Then, he turned his gaze back to Ning Rongrong, his tone calm but with a hint of reminder.
"Rongrong, the Qiluo Tulip does indeed possess the miraculous effect of promoting the evolution of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda."
"But you must know that the efficacy of immortal herbs is closely related to the age, foundation, and potential of the user."
"The younger the age, the lower the soul power level, and the stronger the body's plasticity, the more thoroughly the immortal herb improves talent and triggers evolution, and the more fully its medicinal power can be exerted."
He paused, then continued, "Your father, Sect Master Ning, has profound cultivation and is quite old; his martial soul form has long been stable."
"While consuming this Qiluo Tulip can greatly benefit his body, increase some soul power, and may even cause a certain degree of benign mutation in the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda."
"But whether it can evolve directly into a perfect Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda like you… there are many variables involved, and it's not a sure thing."
After listening, a trace of barely perceptible disappointment flashed in Ning Rongrong's bright eyes, but it was quickly replaced by determination.
She nodded vigorously: "Dean, I understand what you mean, but no matter what, this is a glimmer of hope."
"Even if it only allows Father's martial soul to evolve slightly, it's worth it. This immortal herb is useless to me for now; why not let Father give it a try!"
Seeing that she was determined and her filial piety was commendable, Lu Xiao said no more and nodded with a smile in agreement.
On the other side, Dugu Yan also expressed her desire to return to Tiandou City to visit her grandfather, Dugu Bo.
Zhu Zhuqing, however, shook her head, her clear voice carrying an undeniable firmness.
"Dean, I won't be going back. With the rewards from this Martial Soul Ranking, Rongrong and the others have significantly increased their soul power. I want to use this time to continue my secluded cultivation, consolidate my strength, and not slack off."
She knew that she came from the Star Luo Empire, her situation was special, and she was also engaged to Dai Mubai and had a competitive relationship with him. Strength was the foundation of her survival.
This time, the appearance of the Heavenly Curtain had widened the gap between her and Dugu Yan and Ning Rongrong.
She had to seize every opportunity to consolidate her advantage and catch up.
"Good!"
Lu Xiao praised Zhu Zhuqing's choice.
Just as the group finished their discussion and prepared to act, another unexpected event occurred!
"Boom boom boom!"
The sky, which had just cleared up, suddenly rippled again.
Golden rays of light began to converge, as if an invisible hand were wielding ink across the sky.
All eyes were instantly drawn back to the mysterious heavens.
The golden light slowly receded, transforming into lines of clear and majestic characters, suspended in the firmament:
[Special Martial Soul Ranking, to be announced in three days.]
[Announcement of the unique Martial Souls of the Douluo Continent, each possessing unique and special qualities.]
(Note: Martial Souls already listed in previous Martial Soul Rankings will not be included in this ranking.)
Upon seeing these words, after a brief moment of astonishment, countless Soul Masters across the continent erupted into a frenzy of discussion far more intense than before!
"A special martial soul ranking? Only unique martial souls are included?"
"Great! Those monstrous martial souls weren't on the list before, our chance has come!"
"My martial soul is only high-level, but it's said that an ancestor mutated it, so maybe it's unique!"
"Quick! Immediately check our family genealogy and ancient records to see if there are any special records for our martial souls!"
Countless soul masters who believed their martial souls were special, or possessed mutated martial souls, or had ancient but unknown lineages, felt a burning flame of hope ignite in their hearts.
This meant that they too had a chance to ascend to this mysterious heavenly ranking and obtain that coveted gift from heaven and earth!
However, the changes in the sky did not stop.
Below the [Special Martial Soul Ranking], golden light continued to flow.
Lines of heart-pounding text appeared one by one:
[Douluo Continent Strongest Ranking...]
[Douluo Continent Soul Beast Ranking... ]
[Divine Weapon Ranking...]
[Power Ranking...]
[...]
Silence!
A deathly silence enveloped everything that could see the sky!
But this silence lasted only a fleeting moment, before being replaced by a frenzy that exploded completely!
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