Chapter 19: What Did You Do?
Su Yan felt a bit conflicted. Should he go look for Dugu Yan next?
Of course…
Dugu Bo's immortal herbs weren't urgent. As long as he intercepted Tang San before he got them, everything would be fine. There was still plenty of time.
What mattered now was seeing what rewards the group chat upgrade would give.
If the rewards were good, then everything would be smooth sailing. But if the rewards turned out mediocre, he'd need to hurry and secure the immortal herbs as soon as possible to speed through his newbie phase.
At Noon
In the group chat, Bibi Dong and the others were still arguing. They wanted Bibi Dong to send a photo of herself, and she wanted them to reveal who they were as well.
But no one sent their own picture. Instead, they kept spamming food photos.
Su Yan finished cultivating and wandered near the cafeteria early.
Finally—
He spotted a familiar pink silhouette.
Little white rabbit, soft and bright~
Two little ears stand upright~
Loves to eat carrots, loves to eat snacks~
Hopping and skipping, so cute and sweet~
"Little San!"
The moment Xiao Wu spotted Su Yan from afar, she dashed toward him with excitement, arms outstretched to catch the little monkey jumping into her embrace. Her face was glowing with joy.
The little monkey was stunned, blinking in confusion. Why was his friend so happy today?
Unable to contain her excitement, Xiao Wu said, "Little San! Starting today, whatever you want to eat—we'll eat it! I'll feed you until you're full every single day!"
Standing beside her, Su Yan cursed inwardly: Damn rabbit! Damn nouveau riche! Do you even understand what twenty thousand gold soul coins mean?!
Feigning confusion, he asked, "Did you pick up money or something?"
Xiao Wu froze for a moment, then looked at him and replied, "How'd you know I… Well, yeah, it's basically like I picked up money."
"Relax," she added proudly,
"As long as I, Sister Xiao Wu, have food to eat, you'll never be left behind!"
Su Yan asked seriously:
"Really? Then lend me five hundred gold soul coins so I can… check your strength?"
"…Huh?"
Xiao Wu stared at Su Yan with an odd expression, hesitating before asking, "You're not… that Su Yan, are you?"
Su Yan shook his head, eyes filled with innocence: I totally don't know what you're talking about!
Seeing his reaction, Xiao Wu doubted herself and thought maybe she'd guessed wrong. Still, she dragged Su Yan to a quiet corner and directly handed him two thousand gold soul coins.
"Sister Xiao Wu is rewarding you. No need to pay it back."
Good girl.
Very good.
Su Yan didn't bother being polite. He took the gold soul coins, slid them into his storage ring, and complimented her:
"Sister Xiao Wu, you're truly loyal!"
To be fair, although she got the gold from Su Yan's group chat, it didn't actually have much to do with him. It was Ning Rongrong who paid Xiao Wu to win her over.
The fact that Xiao Wu was willing to give him some meant she was quite righteous.
Su Yan was pleased. Since the little rabbit was so generous, he'd help her out in the future. He wouldn't let her end up sacrificing herself and becoming someone's soul ring.
After completing their little transaction, the human and the rabbit returned to the cafeteria and went upstairs to the second floor to eat.
In the shadows
From afar, Tang San stared at the two interacting so intimately.
His heart twisted with pain.
Su Yan… oh Su Yan!
Because they were from the same village, he didn't want to be harsh toward him. But this guy… he truly had no sense of shame.
Xiao Wu—someone like you thinks you can touch her?
You're already walking the road to death.
That night
Everyone in the group was preparing to rest when suddenly Hu Liena sent a message.
[Hu Liena: Teacher, I've arrived. No need to worry about my safety.]
[Bibi Dong: ???]
[Bibi Dong: Arrived where?]
[Su Yan: Where the hell did you go?]
[Seven Treasure Little Princess: How far did you run off this time?]
[Yan Zi is Not a Swallow: Hu Liena… you really think you can escape from Bibi Dong's palm?]
[Hu Liena: I, Hu Liena, absolutely refuse to sit and watch Tang San rise… or watch him destroy our Spirit Hall. So I left to find Qian Renxue.]
[I Am An Orphan: For once, you're not being stupid.]
Prince's Mansion
A faint smile curved on Qian Renxue's lips.
The fact that Hu Liena could make such a decisive choice—rushing out of Spirit City overnight—proved she wasn't hopeless after all.
Unlike Bibi Dong… who truly was beyond saving.
"Uncle She."
Her soft call echoed, and from the dark outside the window came Snake Lance Douluo's voice.
"Young Lady, what are your orders?"
Qian Renxue lowered her voice.
"Hu Liena came from Spirit City to find me. Send our people to receive her in secret."
"Yes, Young Lady."
Although Snake Lance Douluo was confused, he didn't question her decision.
[Bibi Dong: Hu Leina! Are you trying to rebel?!]
[Bibi Dong: Get back to Spirit City right now!]
[Seven Treasure Little Princess: Hahahahaha!]
[Yan Zi is Not a Swallow: It's over! It's over! Bibi Dong, your disciple Hu Liena, no longer plans to protect you. This is truly too funny.]
[My Surname Is Not Yu: Hu Liena, calm down.]
[Group Member No.9: This group chat gets more interesting every day.]
[Hu Liena: I, Hu Liena, will protect Teacher Bibi Dong even if it costs my life.]
[Hu Liena: Su Yan, are you here? If Xiao Xue doesn't believe me, what should I say to convince her?]
Nuoding Academy
Seeing this, Su Yan couldn't help but laugh. Don't believe you? Qian Renxue was probably already taking action. She was also in the group chat! Such a huge "orphan" standing right there—how could Hu Liena not see her?
[Su Yan: Qian Renxue will believe you. But I need to remind you all—Tang San isn't easy to kill.]
[Su Yan: Tang Hao is secretly protecting him. Tang Hao's strength is not exaggerated at all. The two Titled Douluo beside Qian Renxue are definitely no match for him.]
[Su Yan: Also, the Clear Sky Hammer's self-created soul skill—Ring Explosion—is terrifying. Tang Hao's ninth ring is 100,000 years old. If he explodes all nine rings, he can unleash power close to that of a god.]
[Su Yan: Of course, Tang Hao won't explode all nine unless he's forced to the edge of death. But even exploding a few rings is enough to overpower an ordinary Titled Douluo.]
[Su Yan: So use your brains.]
[Hu Liena: Thank you! I won't disturb you all. I'm going to find Xiao Xue now.]
[Bibi Dong: Hu Liena!!!]
[Bibi Dong: Get back here! Come back!!!]
Pope's Palace
At this moment, Bibi Dong was furious to the point of exploding.
Damn it!
That little fox was too infuriating!
How could she run all the way to Heaven Dou City without saying a word? Did she not put her teacher in her eyes at all?!
What exactly are you "protecting," huh?!
When you come back, I'll lock you in the secret chamber!
Prince's Mansion
Qian Renxue, however, was stunned.
Clear Sky Hammer?
Nine-ring explosion?
Power close to a god?
Damn it.
Why was the obstacle this huge?
Her mood darkened. At her current level of authority, she couldn't kill Tang San. She'd have to mobilize the entire Douluo Hall if she wanted a chance.
[Seven Treasure Little Princess: The Clear Sky Hammer's self-created soul skill is that strong?]
[Yan Zi is Not a Swallow: Ring Explosion…?]
[Group Member No.9: No wonder the Clear Sky Sect was the number one sect in the world. No wonder the Clear Sky Hammer is the number one weapon-type martial soul.]
[I Am An Orphan: Su Yan, can you explain the Clear Sky Hammer more clearly?]
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