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"Di Tian, I sense a significant change occurring in the outside world. However, it is not appropriate for me to leave at this time. I need you to go to the Douluo Continent and investigate what exactly is happening.
But remember, do not act rashly. Once you locate the source of the disturbance, report back to me immediately," the Silver Dragon King said softly.
"Yes, Master," Di Tian replied respectfully as he accepted the task.
However, Di Tian still wore a troubled expression and cautiously asked:
"But the Douluo Continent is vast. Could you perhaps designate a specific region for me? That way, I can search more efficiently."
A flicker of embarrassment passed through the Silver Dragon King's mind. Though it possessed some of the Dragon God's majesty as a newborn, it was still somewhat immature in many waysâmaking such an elementary mistake.
But as long as it didn't feel awkward, then the awkwardness belonged to others.
After a brief moment of contemplation, the Silver Dragon King spoke:
"The north. Begin your search from the north. I can sense that the presence originated from that direction."
"Yes."
With that, Di Tian embarked on his chaotic, aimless search.
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Shrek Academyâ
Since Tang San had left the academy to undergo rigorous training, and Ning Rongrong had withdrawn from school, the once-famous Shrek's Seven Monsters were now utterly shattered.
Oscar, having lost the goddess of his heart, had returned to his old, listless ways.
As for Ma Hongjun, without the aid of an immortal herb, he still couldn't control his urges. However, after breaking through to the Soul Elder level, he now earned one hundred gold soul coins per month. Though living expenses were higher in Tian Dou Imperial City, Ma Hongjun indulged even more recklessly.
Dai Mubai, growing older by the day, felt an increasing sense of crisis. He knew that no matter how much he tried to avoid it, he would eventually have to face the deadly battle between brothers.
But Dai Mubai didn't want his hard-earned cultivation to be wasted and end up imprisoned for life.
Thus, knowing full well that he might not stand a chance against Dai Weisi, Dai Mubai began relentlessly pursuing Zhu Zhuqing. He hoped to strengthen her affection for him so that their Spirit Fusion Technique could surpass Dai Weisi's.
Ironically, despite being known as the playboy of Suotuo City who had frolicked among countless women, Dai Mubai never truly understood the hearts of women. He naively believed that persistently pursuing a commoner woman would quickly lead her into his bed.
But what kind of person was Zhu Zhuqing?
She was a fiercely independent woman who, before encountering Tang San or consuming an immortal herb, resolved to carve out a new path for herself through sheer determination.
For the sake of victory, although she initially harbored some disdain for Dai Mubai, Zhu Zhuqing reluctantly accepted him during their battle against the Royal Battle Team to perform the Spirit Fusion Technique.
Though there was a saying in the Douluo Continent that those capable of performing a Spirit Fusion Technique either became siblings or married, Zhu Zhuqing had never truly accepted Dai Mubai.
If Dai Mubai had maintained his current state, started cultivating diligently, and lived a disciplined life, he might have had a chance. Unfortunately, after being repeatedly defeated by Ye Wen, Dai Mubai realized that relying solely on himself wouldn't suffice!
Thus, Dai Mubai became even more persistent in pursuing Zhu Zhuqing.
But Zhu Zhuqing, seeing through his desperation, grew increasingly repulsed by him.
Though the Spirit Fusion Technique was powerful, its effectiveness ultimately depended on the cultivator's own foundation.
A dissolute lifestyle like Dai Mubai's, coupled with self-abandonment, meant that even if their fusion compatibility improved, the strength of their Netherworld White Tiger would remain lackluster.
Moreover, Zhu Zhuqing's growing aversion to Dai Mubai caused their Spirit Fusion compatibility to decline instead of improve.
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"This cannot continue."
One night, Zhu Zhuqing sat dejectedly on her bed.
For an independent woman like Zhu Zhuqing, who pursued strength, seeing a path to enhance her combat power only to watch it weaken due to declining fusion compatibility was unacceptable.
Dai Mubai, too, found this situation unbearable.
Today, something occurred that infuriated Zhu Zhuqing.
Dai Mubai had actually tried to force himself on her!
Though they had been betrothed since childhood, Zhu Zhuqing, despite her provocative figure, held more traditional and conservative values than any other woman. How could she sell her body for the sake of power?
Even worse, Dai Mubai had arrogantly declared, "Zhuqing, we can't keep going like this. We must become closer to increase our Spirit Fusion compatibility. So, become my woman!"
At that moment, goosebumps rose on Zhu Zhuqing's skin.
She vividly remembered the sensation of Dai Mubai grabbing her wristâit made her sick to her core.
Her resentment toward Dai Mubai reached its peak. This man, who had indulged in debauchery, now treated her like a foolish woman who would obediently submit after being taken advantage of?
"Don't make me laugh! This is not the future I want!"
Though she hadn't tried it yet, Zhu Zhuqing knew she could never open her heart to Dai Mubai again, let alone perform the Spirit Fusion Technique.
Her eyes clouded with confusion.
Already inferior in talent to her sister, Zhu Zhuqing now faced the possibility of losing the ability to perform the Spirit Fusion Technique altogether. How could she possibly win the brutal struggle for the throne?
No, the throne struggle wasn't even something she should be involved in. It was the filthy royal family forcing the Zhu family onto this battlefield.
If not for that, she could have continued living happily with her sisterâŠ
Various troubling thoughts swirled in her mind, and Zhu Zhuqing's face twisted in anguish, compounded by the exhaustion from her grueling daytime training.
Unconsciously, Zhu Zhuqing drifted off to sleep.
This slumber felt exceptionally deep. In her dream, she walked briskly in one direction, drawn by something unknown ahead.
When Zhu Zhuqing finally felt utterly exhaustedâeven within her dreamâa towering figure loomed before her.
Though the dream was dim, the figure's massive form was eerily familiar, prompting Zhu Zhuqing to murmur instinctively:
"Netherworld White Tiger? Why am I dreaming ofâŠ"
Before her groggy mind could process further, the enormous tiger raised its fierce head, and a colossal wing unfurled, blotting out the sky.
A violent gust of wind swept over her, jolting Zhu Zhuqing partially awake. She instinctively raised her arms to shield herself from the blinding gale.
Moments later, the wind abruptly ceased, allowing Zhu Zhuqing to fully observe the Netherworld White Tiger before her.
But soon, she dismissed the idea of it being an ordinary Netherworld White Tiger.
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