Zhu Zhuqing

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Zhu Zhuqing (朱竹清)
Alias(es)	Zhu Qing; Spirit Cat
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Spirit Hall; Heavenly Star Squad
Occupation/Role	Agility-Attack Soul Master; vice-captain of the Heavenly Star Squad; later inheritor of the Sea God godhood
Status	Active
First Appearance	109

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Level 19	112	Considered a rare genius in the Star Luo Empire, but sought greater strength to escape her circumstances.
Level 20	123	Broke through after recovering with Blood Crystal Tiger Bone Soup.
Level 27 → 37	247	Gained ten levels during two years of travel and training; reunited with Lu Yuan at age twelve.
Rank 38	333	Reached rank 38 at age twelve and became Ghost Elder's disciple.
Rank 40	345	Reached Rank 40 after consuming the Narcissus Jade Bone.
Level 45	401	Rose from level 38 to 45 through the Narcissus Jade Bone, a Hundred-Thousand-Year Blue Silver Emperor Right Leg Bone, and a ten-thousand-year fourth Soul Ring.
Level 51	474	Advanced from level 45 to 51 over roughly a year, aided in part by five Spirit Enhancement Pills.
Level 52 / Soul King	582	Publicly revealed herself as a level-52 Agility-Type War Spirit King with soul rings of yellow, yellow, purple, black, and black.
Level 64 / Soul Emperor	940	Reached level 64 shortly after turning seventeen; her physique was judged comparable to a high-level Soul Douluo's.
Rank 94	1249	Reached Rank 94 before undertaking the Sea God's Ninth Trial.
Rank 98 / Demigod Body	1253 1254	Absorbed two Second-Class God-level soul bones, gaining four ranks and forging a Demigod Body.
Sea God godhood	1257	Completed the Sea God Nine Trials and inherited the Sea God's godhood; Lu Yuan later replaced it with a Kindness Divine Seed.

Background

Zhu Zhuqing is the second young miss of the Zhu Clan and was bound by a marriage contract to Dai Mubai, the third prince of the Star Luo Imperial Family. Her need to escape that arrangement drove her to pursue strength relentlessly. 118 127

While injured and pursued in the ruins, she was rescued by Lu Yuan, who killed the Blood-Winged Golden Mosquito attacking her. His continued care—treating her wounds, sheltering her, and helping her recover—allowed her guarded nature to soften. 109 113 114

After reaching level 20, Zhu Zhuqing and Lu Yuan sought a suitable second Soul Ring rather than settling for an inferior five-hundred-year Soul Beast. She absorbed the Netherworld Violetspirit Cat's ring, gaining the armor-piercing Nether Soul Piercing Claw. 123 128

Zhu Zhuqing later travelled and trained independently for two years. She relied on the authority of a fifth-class Spirit Hall token given by Lu Yuan to obtain her third Soul Ring, then returned to him at level 37. 244 247

Appearance

Zhu Zhuqing has long, glossy black hair reaching her waist, a cool and placid face, and a tall, curvaceous figure. She is commonly seen in fitted black leather clothing. 273 1243

• Her ordinary eyes are black-and-white; during Martial Soul Possession, they become clear sapphire blue. 582
• Martial Soul Possession gives her black claws, small furry cat ears, a slender black tail, and the phantom of a massive black cat. 582
• Her beauty is frequently contrasted with her aloof, icy bearing; Hu Liena describes her as possessing purity and cold elegance. 135

Personality

Zhu Zhuqing is naturally cold, quiet, and reluctant to speak with strangers. Beneath that reserved exterior, she is emotionally sensitive and values dependable care deeply, particularly after feeling abandoned by both her family and Dai Mubai. 111 113 114

She is kind-hearted and does not seek power for its own sake, unlike Zhu Zhuyun. However, her experience travelling alone taught her that mercy toward enemies can be dangerous; she becomes ruthless when someone intends to harm her. 127 263

Though initially shy and somewhat tsundere around Lu Yuan, Zhu Zhuqing grows increasingly direct in expressing affection. She is also perceptive and tactful, avoiding conflict with Hu Liena by acknowledging Hu Liena's importance to Lu Yuan. 134 271 272

Her defining personal drive is self-improvement. Zhu Zhuqing fears becoming a burden to Lu Yuan and trains with exceptional diligence to remain at his side. 247 343

Abilities & Skills

Nine Lives Heavenly Cat

Zhu Zhuqing's original Hell Spirit Cat Martial Soul evolved into the Super Spirit Nine Lives Heavenly Cat through the Life Spirit Crystal. It is regarded as the strongest among feline Martial Souls and an elite Agility-Attack Martial Soul. 247 530

• Grants exceptional speed, reaction time, agility, and predatory combat instincts. 247 479
• Suppresses Dai Mubai's White Tiger Spirit through its superior Martial Soul rank. 263 266
• Possesses a talent domain, though Zhu Zhuqing could not activate it at level 37. 247
• Her Soul Ring configuration as a Soul King is yellow, yellow, purple, black, black. 582

Hell Stab

Zhu Zhuqing's first Soul Skill turns her into a high-speed afterimage for a claw strike. Its power increased after the evolution of her Martial Soul. 251 264

• Primarily used for sudden close-range attacks.
• Can be resisted by heavily enhanced defensive Soul Skills such as Dai Mubai's White Tiger Barrier and White Tiger Vajra Transformation. 264

Nether Soul Piercing Claw

Her second Soul Skill came from the Netherworld Violetspirit Cat, a Soul Beast selected for its compatibility and offensive value. 127 128

• Delivers powerful claw attacks with armor-piercing properties. 128
• Carries a sinister corrosive effect. 266
• Can bypass defenses that withstand her basic attacks, including Dai Mubai's enhanced White Tiger defenses. 266
• Allowed her to cut through the Diamond Mammoth defense of Elephant Armor Sect disciples. 585

Nether Shadow Doppelganger

Zhu Zhuqing's third Soul Skill came from a 2,500-year Nether Ghost Leopard. 247

• Creates five duplicates, each with 60% of her original body's strength. 247
• Allows Zhu Zhuqing to shift instantly among the original body and five duplicates. 247
• Destroyed duplicates can be recreated as long as her true body is unharmed. 247
• Lets her surround and exhaust opponents before striking decisively. 266

Darknight Ambush

Her ten-thousand-year fourth Soul Skill came from the Darknight Demon Tiger. 399 402

• Conceals her body from sight. 402
• Increases speed and attack power by 50%. 402
• Grants immunity to physical attacks and negates 50% of energy attacks. 402
• Limited to three uses per day, with each activation lasting approximately one minute. 402

Ninefold Gloom Moon Slash

This Soul Skill was granted by a 25,000-year Gloom Moon Mysticat. 484

• Raises Zhu Zhuqing's speed by 50%. 484
• Increases her attack power by 200%. 484
• A direct hit is capable of severely injuring a Soul Emperor. 484

Phoenix Dance Six Illusions

Lu Yuan taught Zhu Zhuqing this movement technique because it complements both her speed and her Nether Shadow Doppelganger. 267 272

• Uses extreme speed to create six indistinguishable attacking figures. 273
• Combines evasive movement with lethal counterattack opportunities. 273
• Zhu Zhuqing learned it quickly and later used it well enough to evade Lu Yuan's initial grab during training. 273 479

Soul Bones and Physical Enhancement

Zhu Zhuqing's physique and Soul Power were repeatedly strengthened through rare resources provided by Lu Yuan. 401 530

• Hundred-Thousand-Year Blue Silver Emperor Right Leg Bone — grants flight and a powerful healing ability. 393
• Hundred-Thousand-Year Blood-Winged Golden Mosquito Emperor Left Arm Bone — one of four major soul bones contributing to her Soul Douluo-level physique. 940
• Wisdom Skull and torso bone — together with her other soul bones, the Narcissus Jade Bone, and the Life Spirit Crystal, strengthened her body significantly. 940
• Two Second-Class God-level soul bones — raised her to Rank 98 and helped her forge a Demigod Body. 1253 1254

Equipment

• Qingyuan Sword — A Level 7 Soul Tool forged from Icelan Crystal and given to Zhu Zhuqing by Lu Yuan. Its name combines characters from their names and it was made to suit the Nine Lives Heavenly Cat Martial Soul. 589
• Vast Sea Cosmic Shroud — A protective item Lu Yuan replenished with Soul Power to ensure Zhu Zhuqing's safety. 344
• Fifth-class Spirit Hall token — Allowed her to mobilize Spirit Hall branches below the main halls while travelling alone. 244

Relationships

• Lu Yuan — Her partner and primary supporter. He rescued her in the ruins, helped her escape the constraints of her marriage contract, supported her cultivation, and remained the person she trusts most. 109 118 247 530
• Dai Mubai — Her former fiancé through a political marriage contract. Zhu Zhuqing resents his abandonment of her and decisively defeated him in the Great Spirit Arena. 118 264 267
• Zhu Zhuyun — Her older sister and long-standing rival. Zhu Zhuyun is jealous of Zhu Zhuqing's freedom and growth, while Zhu Zhuqing ultimately surpasses her in power. 662 777
• Hu Liena — Lu Yuan's senior sister and partner. Their initially tense meeting became cordial after Zhu Zhuqing handled the situation tactfully. 134
• Ghost Elder — Her master at Spirit Hall, who accepted her as a disciple after recognizing her talent. 333
• Qian Renxue — An ally and fellow partner of Lu Yuan. Zhu Zhuqing was shocked by Qian Renxue's true appearance and identity when they met at Spirit Hall. 333
• Bo Saixi — A fellow recipient of divine advancement. The two share mutual understanding after Zhu Zhuqing completes the Sea God trials and Bo Saixi receives the upgraded Sea God Divine Seed. 1257

Story Role / Major Arcs

Ruins of Life

Zhu Zhuqing enters the ruins seeking strength, is injured and pursued by Soul Beasts, and is rescued by Lu Yuan. Their survival together becomes the foundation of their relationship. 109 113 121

Soul Ring Hunt and Martial Soul Evolution

After reaching level 20, she obtains the Netherworld Violetspirit Cat ring and Nether Soul Piercing Claw. The Life Spirit Crystal later evolves her Martial Soul into the Nine Lives Heavenly Cat. 123 128 530

Great Spirit Arena Battle

Registered as “Spirit Cat,” Zhu Zhuqing confronts Dai Mubai at level 37. She uses her superior Martial Soul, speed, and Nether Shadow Doppelganger to overwhelm and defeat him. 262 263 266 267

Spirit Hall Training

Zhu Zhuqing joins Spirit Hall and becomes Ghost Elder's disciple. Her training, Soul Bone absorption, and ten-thousand-year fourth Soul Ring establish her as an exceptional young Soul Master. 333 399 401

Heavenly Star Squad and Continental Tournament

Lu Yuan appoints Zhu Zhuqing vice-captain of the Heavenly Star Squad. She publicly demonstrates her Soul King cultivation and fights beside Lu Yuan against tournament opponents. 507 582 583

Confrontation with Zhu Zhuyun

Zhu Zhuqing faces Zhu Zhuyun during the match against the Star Luo Royal Academy Team. Her five-ring configuration and Soul King strength leave Zhu Zhuyun unable to accept how completely Zhu Zhuqing has surpassed her. 662

Sea God Inheritance

After reaching Rank 94 and later Rank 98, Zhu Zhuqing undertakes the Sea God Nine Trials. She completes the trials and inherits the Sea God's godhood before Lu Yuan replaces it with a Kindness Divine Seed. 1249 1253 1257

Notable Quotes

“No matter what you do, I'll stay by your side and support you, even if you become enemies with the whole world!” 259

“Lu Yuan, meeting you in this life has truly been my greatest fortune.” 530

Trivia

• Zhu Zhuqing's favorite food is fish. 259
• She chose “Spirit Cat” as her Great Spirit Arena title. 262
• Her combat style is compared to a cat tormenting a mouse: using speed and repeated attacks to exhaust an opponent before delivering the finishing blow. 266
• Despite her quiet demeanor, she understands noble etiquette and publicly announced her cultivation level so the Heavenly Star Squad would not appear discourteous. 582