"What? How is this possible? Before the age of 40."
Having read records of famous Title Douluos on the continent in the sect's books, the youngest of whom was Tang Hao, who became a Title Douluo at the age of 44, Ning Rongrong subconsciously wanted to say that this was impossible. However, after glancing at her brother out of the corner of her eye, she quickly swallowed the words that were on the tip of her tongue. Wasn't her brother the kind of monstrous talent who broke through to the Title Douluo level in his early twenties?
Moreover, it wasn't just her brother; they, who were now approaching their twenties, were already on their way to the threshold of Soul Douluo. Breaking through to the Title Douluo level before the age of 40 would not be a problem for them in the future.
"It doesn't seem too difficult, so it seems my chances of being chosen by the gods are quite high."
"No, no, no, if I were a god, I would never choose you, you arrogant little girl. Others, on the other hand, have a pretty good chance."
"You're so annoying! Even if you wanted to choose me, I wouldn't care!"
After being insulted by Ning Bei, the little girl immediately glared at her shameless older brother, her expression fierce but her heart weak. How could you insult your own sister like that?
With Ning Bei's words, Long Nianbing and the other girl's confidence in being chosen by the gods greatly increased. The gloom on their faces caused by their unwillingness disappeared completely, leaving only anticipation for the future.
Since they hadn't seen each other for a whole year, Ning Bei also planned to stay and spend more time with Rongrong and the other two girls. After all, going back might mean waiting for the Soul Bone Set to evolve and then starting the Ice God's final assessment. He didn't know how much time that would take, so he decided to stay on Seagod Island for a few more days before taking the four who had completed all the assessments back to the mainland.
At night, Ning Bei still tried to sneak into Dugu Yan's room, but was met with a jade finger pressed against her chest.
"Abei, why don't you get another room?"
"Huh? You haven't missed me in a year?"
Ning Bei looked at Dugu Yan with a half-smile, thinking that this woman was starting to feign modesty.
"How could I not miss you? But the time you chose is really inconvenient!"
"Huh?"
Ning Bei was stunned by his woman's words, standing there speechless for a long time.
"Tch, who told you to forget the dates? Just stay here."
"Bang."
The door closed with a bang. Ning Bei slowly came back to his senses after hearing the sound, and then started knocking on the door.
"It's okay, Yanzi, we don't have to be mean. Can't I just sleep peacefully? Open the door!"
After knocking for a long time without getting a response, Ning Bei could only sigh and decide to get another room to stay in. Just as he turned around, a "click" sounded, and the door slowly opened.
"I knew you wouldn't let me stay alone."
Dugu Yan felt a chill run down her spine at her husband's knowing look, and quickly blocked Ning Bei from entering the room.
"What?"
"Tch, I don't believe you're anything but a bad guy. Don't even think about coming in."
Hearing this, Ning Bei froze, dumbfounded again.
"If you don't believe me, why did you open the door?"
"I'm not able to, but someone else is. Zhu Qing should let you in. Go find her."
As she spoke, Dugu Yan even adopted a look of disdain for a scumbag. Although she had expected this, she still felt a pang of jealousy. She quickly closed the door, leaving a bewildered Ning Bei standing outside.
"Isn't that...you must have made a mistake?"
Dugu Yan didn't respond. He couldn't stay outside any longer, so he sheepishly booked another room.
The next morning at breakfast, Dugu Yan almost burst out laughing at the unchanged Zhu Zhu Qing. Then she raised an eyebrow at her husband, her gaze seemingly saying, "Are you really that cowardly?"
Ning Bei nearly exploded at the ambiguous smile in their eyes. Going would make him a jerk, not going would make him a coward, right? Why was he facing this dilemma?
The little kitten beside them, watching the two exchanging glances, was equally bewildered and could only tentatively ask,
"Brother Ning Bei and Sister Yan Yan, are you feeling unwell?"
"Uh, nothing?"
Suddenly called out, Ning Bei looked extremely embarrassed and could only offer a smile, which made Dugu Yan inwardly chuckle at her man.
"Nothing, Zhu Qing. I really wasn't feeling well last night, so someone kicked me out and I had to stay here alone."
"Ah? Really?"
She didn't want to pry into the young couple's affairs, so she could only offer the same awkward smile as Ning Bei. But Dugu Yan clearly wasn't going to let her off the hook.
"But when I kicked him out, I clearly pointed out the way, and this guy preferred to sleep alone rather than go!"
"Hmm? Where did he go?"
Zhu Zhu Qing looked at Dugu Yan with a puzzled expression, curious about what kind of place would frighten Ning Bei. But Dugu Yan didn't answer, only staring intently at her.
After a while, a visible blush crept onto Zhu Zhu Qing's fair face. She hurriedly ate a couple of bites of the hotel's breakfast, said "I'm done," and then fled the lobby.
Watching the kitten leave, Ning Bei glanced at Dugu Yan with disdain. How come he'd never noticed this quirky sense of humor in his woman after all this time?
"Have some decency! You rudely took away someone's breakfast!"
"Are you sure you rudely took it away, or just shy?"
"Huh? What do you mean?"
Dugu Yan rolled her eyes at her husband, annoyed. She thought Ning Bei was playing dumb.
"What do I mean? I mean if you'd gone last night, you probably would have gotten in."
"Tch, boring. I've finished eating too."
"Hmph, you're all pretending. Believe me, I really won't agree later."
The little incident didn't cause much of a stir. It wasn't until Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu, who had been sleeping in, arrived that Ning Bei revealed his plans.
"Those who have completed the assessment will return with me in a few days. Rongrong, the three of you will remain on Seagod Island to complete the next assessment."
"If you successfully complete the seventh assessment, you'll most likely not have to stay on Seagod Island anymore."
Hearing that they wouldn't have to stay on Seagod Island after completing the seventh assessment, Little Rabbit and Ning Rongrong immediately became excited.
"Really, brother? We can leave after completing the next assessment?"
"That's great! Sister Xiaowu is finally free!"
Ning Bei understood the two's jubilation; after all, they were naturally restless, and it must have been difficult for them to stay in this paradise of Seagod Island for several years.
In contrast, Nami seemed indifferent. She just wanted to complete the assessment well and not let her master down.
"That's right. If I'm not mistaken, the eighth assessment should allow her to break through to the Title Douluo level within five years. Of course, this has nothing to do with Xiaowu, who has only completed seven assessments."
"It's mainly because Rongrong and Nami's assessment content is roughly like this."
Hearing that it didn't concern her much, Little Rabbit was immediately disappointed, but having already prepared herself, she wasn't jealous and silently wished her two best friends well.
(End of this chapter)