Upon arriving outside, Zhao Wuji instantly activated his Martial Soul, cautiously surveying his surroundings.
"Stop playing tricks, come out. I know you're here..."
A black figure slowly emerged from behind a large tree. This person was completely shrouded in black, even wearing a black hood. From his appearance, one could only discern that he was a tall man—who else could it be but Tang Hao?
"Who are you?" Zhao Wuji coldly demanded, activating his Martial Soul, the Mighty Vajra Bear. He exuded a wild aura, radiating an imposing presence.
Tang Hao didn't answer him, simply stating,
"Meeting the Immovable King in this small place, I simply want to spar with you. It's been a long time since I've stretched my muscles."
Without further ado, he extended his right hand, and the Clear Sky Hammer Martial Soul instantly appeared, along with nine spirit rings: two yellow, two purple, and five black. The ninth black spirit ring, in particular, subtly revealed a pale red hue, radiating immense power.
Seeing the black-clad man before him unleash nine spirit rings, Zhao Wuji felt a chill run down his spine, as if splashed with cold water.
"A...a Title Douluo..."
Zhao Wuji stammered, his previous arrogance completely gone.
"May I ask which senior has graced us with their presence? Don't joke with me. How could I possibly be worthy to spar with you?"
"Heh,"
Tang Hao chuckled coldly.
"What's there to be worthy of? Didn't you bully those kids quite well during the day? I've discovered that bullying others feels pretty good. Let me bully you too. Of course, you can think of this as bullying the weak."
Zhao Wuji was dumbfounded. He'd only gone to assess those kids' abilities under the guise of an exam, and this...this was practically tearing him apart!
However, he dared not resist. Not resisting might offer a chance of survival, but resisting would likely mean his immediate demise.
Moreover, judging from this senior's tone, he probably didn't intend to kill him; otherwise, he wouldn't have wasted so much breath on him.
Suddenly, when Tang Hao was about ten meters away from Zhao Wuji, he stopped.
"Since you're here, come out. What difference does one or two make?"
With a flash, another person appeared beside Zhao Wuji—Flander. Upon Flander's appearance, Zhao Wuji's expression immediately relaxed.
"Boss, this senior..."
Flander waved his hand, signaling him to be quiet, then bowed.
"Greetings, Your Majesty Haotian..."
Zhao Wuji was stunned upon hearing this. His mind raced, but he couldn't recall any connection with this ruthless man, let alone offend him.
Tang Hao said coldly.
"No need for formalities, I'm here to cause trouble. Cat-Owl Martial Soul, level 78, no wonder you were the main fighter in the Golden Iron Triangle, Flander. This Shrek Academy, is it yours?"
Flander nodded and said.
"Yes, Your Majesty. I wonder what Zhao Wuji has done to offend Your Majesty. Could you please give me some face?"
"Hmph..."
Tang Hao snorted coldly and said.
"Enough nonsense, stand aside. Otherwise, I'll beat you up too. Zhao Wuji, I'll give you a chance, I won't use my Martial Soul. If you can last for the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, I'll leave without saying a word. Otherwise, you must do something for me."
Zhao Wuji said with a wry smile, "Your Majesty Haotian, I really don't understand what I did to offend you. Could you please explain first?"
"Xiao San and Xiao Hao are my sons. If the younger ones are beaten, the older ones naturally have to stand up and seek justice. This is a matter of course. Do it."
Hearing this, Zhao Wuji looked at Tang Hao with a shocked expression.
"Tang San and Yin Hao are yours..."
Then he turned to look at Flander, only to see that he was also completely bewildered. Tang Hao didn't waste any more words, mobilizing his soul power to prepare for action. Seeing that Tang Hao was serious, Flander gave Zhao Wuji a "good luck" look and then stepped aside.
Tang Hao's figure vanished instantly, and Zhao Wuji, before he could even react, felt a heavy blow to his front.
Bang, boom, ah—
the sounds of collision, the surge of energy, muffled groans, and screams echoed through the forest.
Flander, with his wings outstretched, couldn't help but cover his eyes and turn his head away, unable to bear watching any longer.
...
The next morning, Xiao Wu brought Ning Rongrong to Yin Hao's door.
"Knock knock knock!"
"Brother Hao? Brother Hao? Are you awake? The sun's already high in the sky!"
Yin Hao opened the door, looked at Ning Rongrong and the other person outside, paused slightly, then smiled at her amicably.
But before he could speak, Ning Rongrong spoke first.
"Hello Yin Hao, I'm here to thank you for saving me yesterday."
Yin Hao had almost forgotten, but she reminded him that he had saved her during his battle with Zhao Wuji yesterday.
"It's nothing, don't mention it."
Ning Rongrong shook her head.
"My father said that kindness must be repaid. If you don't mind, I'd like to invite you and Xiao Wu to dinner..."
Yin Hao thought for a moment and agreed.
Putting aside her mischievous personality, Ning Rongrong's upbringing was decent, except that she was spoiled by her two titled Douluo.
The three of them headed towards Soto City. As they passed a row of houses, a voice suddenly rang in their ears.
"Ma Hongjun, don't look for me anymore. I won't be with you anymore."
"Cuihua, haven't I been good to you? Why are you breaking up with me?"
Hearing that there was something to watch, Xiao Wu's two rabbit ears perked up again. She looked curiously towards the source of the voice and tugged at Yin Hao's clothes, trying to make him stop.
Yin Hao glanced at her helplessly. Having read the original novel, he knew who was speaking.
Ning Rongrong was also curious and followed Xiao Wu's gaze to the side.
She saw a farm girl and a chubby boy with short red hair struggling.
"You're very good to me, but I really can't stand you. We're not suitable, you should find someone else. Besides, I'm several years older than you. Please, don't come looking for me again."
Hearing this, Ma Hongjun became furious.
"What do you mean you can't stand me? I really don't understand what you women are thinking. Breaking up is fine, but do it with me again, and I'll break up with you. Otherwise, no way."
As he spoke, he reached out to grab Cuihua.
Cuihua was terrified and retreated repeatedly, trying to escape Ma Hongjun's clutches, but she was just an ordinary person, how could she be faster than Ma Hongjun? He grabbed her hand and she couldn't move.
iao Wu couldn't stand it anymore and immediately stepped forward and said sternly.
"Stop! What are you doing?!"
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