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Douluo: Transforming Xiao Wu into a Zerg Queen Was Just the Beginning-Chapter 76 - 77 – Chrysanthemum Douluo’s First System Quest?
Chapter 76 - 77 – Chrysanthemum Douluo’s First System Quest?
"Remember this well—when encountering a soul beast alone, never try to fight it head-on. Turn around and run, and run as far as you can."
"At the same level, a soul master can never defeat a soul beast!"
Standing on the podium, a middle-aged man with a square face addressed a group of wide-eyed children with a solemn expression, patiently imparting knowledge.
As an instructor at an elementary spirit master academy, it was his duty to teach these foundational truths to novice spirit masters.
Every year, countless soul masters died tragically beneath the claws of soul beasts due to arrogance or a lack of proper knowledge.
To prevent such tragedies, it was crucial to ensure these basic survival rules were fully instilled in the minds of new soul masters.
Among the group, a black-haired boy listened intently, his palm gently cradling a stalk of Blue Silver Grass, which swayed softly as if resonating with the lesson.
From one of its blue-black leaves, a thin strand of dark energy slowly seeped along the root and into the boy's palm, disappearing silently into his body.
The boy blinked, sensing something faint. He glanced down at his palm, scratched his head in confusion, then resumed listening with rapt attention.
Deep within his soul, a large, radiant white orb pulsed with brilliance, emitting a powerful aura.
In the far recesses of his consciousness, a smaller, dim blue orb flickered weakly, its light on the verge of extinguishing.
Suddenly, the black thread slipped into this spiritual space, halting before the blue orb that was on the brink of fading.
Then, it plunged in.
Immediately, the orb was infused with darkness, its blue hue shifting into deep ink-blue.
Just as its last glimmer of light was about to vanish, the orb suddenly reignited with vibrant luminance, shining as brilliantly as the white orb beside it.
Back in the classroom, the black-haired boy once again furrowed his brow and rubbed his temple.
Why...
Did his head suddenly sting a little?
But the pain was fleeting, so he simply shook his head and dismissed it.
Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect
One of the Three Upper Sects of the Douluo Continent—a holy land for support-type soul masters.
They possessed what was widely regarded as the continent's strongest auxiliary martial soul: the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda.
A peerless support-type martial soul that offered offense, defense, healing, and buffs all in one. Countless soul masters across the continent coveted it, eager to befriend the sect's members.
Though Sect Master Ning Fengzhi was only a Rank 75 Soul Saint, no one dared to underestimate him.
His cultivation was limited by the constraints of his martial soul, preventing him from breaking through to Title Douluo. But his strength and—more importantly—his immense network of connections made him a force to be reckoned with.
From the Spirit Hall to the Heaven Dou and Star Luo Empires, to the major sects—Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect had built strong ties with all of them.
Ning Fengzhi himself had countless influential friends scattered across every corner of the continent.
Moreover, two Title Douluo, Gu Rong and Chen Xin, resided within the sect, providing formidable protection that kept even the boldest rival factions in check.
At this moment, Ning Fengzhi faced three visiting Title Douluo. Though slightly unsettled inwardly, he maintained his usual calm, courteous demeanor.
With a gentle smile, he nodded and said, "Welcome, esteemed guests from the Spirit Hall. Please forgive me for not greeting you earlier—my sincerest apologies."
Ghost Douluo, never one for small talk, simply nodded and rasped in his gravelly voice, "We're here on behalf of Spirit Hall—under orders from Her Holiness the Pope."
Ning Fengzhi's expression turned a shade more serious. "Oh? Might I ask what important matter brings you here? If there's anything I can do, I'll spare no effort to assist."
His words were impeccably spoken—polite and seemingly cooperative. However, while he expressed willingness to help Spirit Hall, he carefully phrased it as a personal favor, not as an action on behalf of the entire Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect.
This way, he neither refused the Pope's request nor implicated his sect, preserving their neutrality in the increasingly volatile political landscape.
After all, rumors had been swirling that unrest was brewing within Spirit Hall itself...
As expected, Ghost Douluo furrowed his brow and cast a long glance at Ning Fengzhi, quietly taking note of the tactic.
But he said nothing more, instead continuing in that same gravelly tone, "Then we shall trouble you, Sect Master Ning. We are here seeking your assistance in healing our wounds."
"Oh?"
Now Ning Fengzhi was truly surprised.
Even Gu Rong and Chen Xin exchanged subtle glances behind him, their expressions tinged with curiosity.
These three elders of Spirit Hall—renowned, powerful Title Douluo—and all here to seek treatment?
Their injuries must be... extremely severe.
After all, Spirit Hall had no shortage of powerful support- and healing-type soul masters. If even they had failed to heal them... who on the continent could've inflicted such damage?
Ning Fengzhi's thoughts suddenly drifted to recent whispers of infighting within Spirit Hall...
Maintaining composure, he gave a steady nod. "You can rest assured. I, Ning Fengzhi, will do everything in my power to assist. Please, elders, come with me."
Ghost Douluo shook his head. "It's not just us. There's one more who needs urgent healing. The Pope herself has promised to owe you a personal favor in return."
Ning Fengzhi's eyes flickered. A favor... from the Pope herself?
That was no small matter. Such a promise could be exchanged for a future alliance or assistance in a moment of crisis. Whoever needed saving must hold great importance to her.
A figure appeared in Ning Fengzhi's mind—a young girl...
Ghost Douluo's voice drew him back. "Sect Master Ning, please follow me."
Ning Fengzhi nodded and followed Ghost Douluo out of the sect's inner sanctum.
Gu Rong and Chen Xin were about to follow, but were subtly blocked by Chrysanthemum Douluo and Serpent Spear Douluo.
"You—"
Ning Fengzhi turned back and smiled calmly, "You two elders wait here. I'll be fine."
Reluctantly, Gu Rong and Chen Xin stood down, casting sharp glares at the two Spirit Hall Douluo.
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Serpent Spear Douluo, impulsive and proud, immediately returned the glare without backing down.
Although their injuries had mostly been healed by Spirit Hall's medics—Chrysanthemum Douluo's severed arm had even been reattached—his brow was furrowed tightly, lost deep in thought.
Because—
Suddenly, a voice echoed in Chrysanthemum Douluo's mind:
Ding! System Quest Triggered – "The Villain's Resolve"!
As a proper villain, you must understand what villains are supposed to do. Locate and speak with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's young lady, Ning Rongrong. If the conversation lasts more than one minute, the sign-in will be successful!
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