Zhu Zhuqing

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Zhu Zhuqing (朱竹清)
Gender	Female
Martial Soul	Hell/Netherworld Spirit Cat
Affiliation	Thousand Feather Academy; formerly Shrek Academy
Occupation/Role	Soul Master; Thousand Feather Academy tournament representative
Status	Active
First Appearance	Chapter 36

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Level 31 Soul Master	83	A 14-year-old prodigy when she joins Thousand Feather Academy.
Level 40, three rings	84 85	Reaches the threshold for a fourth Soul Ring after rising from Level 31 in roughly four months; has not yet absorbed the ring.
Level 43 Soul Ancestor	101	Absorbs a black ten-thousand-year Fourth Soul Ring, despite suffering a temporary Spiritual Power injury from the Soul Beast's resentment.
Level 45 Soul Ancestor	125 127	Enters the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Tournament with two yellow, one purple, and one black Soul Ring.
Level 47 Soul Ancestor	160	Her cultivation continues to advance after receiving the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone and the Life Gate's Life Element affinity.

Background / History

Zhu Zhuqing was born into the Zhu Family of the Star Luo Empire. Because the Zhu Family's Martial Souls possess a Martial Soul Fusion Skill with the Star Luo imperial Dai Family's White Tiger Martial Soul, the two families traditionally intermarry. She was therefore betrothed to Dai Mubai, the third prince of Star Luo, while both families maintained a long-standing internal struggle in which siblings fought one another for survival and status. 53 82

She originally left Star Luo and joined Shrek Academy both to escape her family's conflict and to follow Dai Mubai. Li Yu's Illusionary Realm made her recognize Dai Mubai's unfaithfulness and solidified her decision to sever ties with him. With no desire to return to the Zhu Family or resume the arranged union, she sought refuge with Li Yu. 53

Zhu Zhuqing waited outside Li Yu's residence for three days before Qian Renxue brought her in. She asked only to follow Li Yu and witness her strength, viewing that pressure as the best possible training. Li Yu accepted her under the condition that she submit to the Gate of Life, which marked her brow with an emerald willow-bud imprint and formed a concealed connection between them. 53

After joining Thousand Feather Academy, Zhu Zhuqing deliberately kept a low profile and followed Xue Qinghe's arrangements to avoid causing trouble for Li Yu and Qian Renxue. Li Yu secretly gave her the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone, whose effects, combined with the Life Gate's Life Element affinity, accelerated her development. 82 101

Appearance

Zhu Zhuqing is noted for her exceptional beauty, but is more immediately recognized by her cold, secluded bearing and icy gaze. Even when emotionally affected, she usually maintains an outwardly composed expression. 84 90

• A “cold, secluded” presence that contrasts with Thousand Feather Academy's more communal atmosphere. 83 84
• Icy eyes and a restrained expression when confronting Dai Mubai. 84
• Her Spirit Cat possession heightens her alertness, posture, and predatory combat presence. 101

Personality

Zhu Zhuqing is intensely determined, independent, and unwilling to let others decide her future. Her desire for strength is rooted in a need to escape the Zhu Family's control, rather than in simple ambition. She accepts hardship and risk if they bring her closer to that goal. 53 101

Although naturally aloof, she is not indifferent to those who earn her trust. She cares for Li Yu while she is incapacitated, stands beside Xiao Wu when summoned through the Life Gate, and fiercely defends Thousand Feather Academy from insult. 91 113

She rejects manipulation outright. When Dai Mubai attempts to guilt her into returning to Shrek, Zhu Zhuqing refuses to accept responsibility for his choices and makes clear that their relationship cannot be restored. 84

Abilities & Skills

Hell/Netherworld Spirit Cat Martial Soul

Zhu Zhuqing's Martial Soul specializes in speed, reactions, stealthy movement, and close-range assassination-style attacks. Her physical qualities improved further after consuming the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone. 86 101

• Hell Stab — A rapid close-range strike used against Dai Mubai. 86
• Netherworld Thrust — A high-speed approach technique used to close distance on an opponent. 36
• Netherworld Hundred Claws — A sustained claw assault capable of targeting vital points. 36 86
• Netherworld Slash — A follow-up offensive technique used in combination with her other Spirit Cat skills. 36
• Her speed exceeds that of Soul Masters at the same level, allowing her to evade Dai Mubai's attacks and overwhelm him in direct combat. 86

Netherworld Shadow Clone

Her Fourth Soul Skill creates multiple combat-capable shadows or clones.

• She split into seven figures and severely injured all seven members of Azure Sky Academy almost instantly. 128
• She later generated additional solid phantoms to swiftly eliminate multiple Elephant Armor Academy Soul Ancestors alongside Xiao Wu. 129
• The skill is particularly effective against teams whose members cannot match her speed or reach the Soul Ancestor realm. 128

Life Gate Mark

Li Yu placed the Gate of Life on Zhu Zhuqing as both protection and a safeguard against potential risks caused by taking in someone tied to Star Luo. 53

• Forms a hidden connection between Zhu Zhuqing and Li Yu. 53
• Grants greater affinity with the Life Element, improving her physical development and absorption efficiency. 82 101
• Allows Li Yu to summon her through an emerald gate across distance; Zhu Zhuqing was called to protect Li Yu while she was weakened by Elemental Dissolution. 113 114
• The connection makes Zhu Zhuqing deeply trusting of Li Yu, though she remains aware that Li Yu holds control over the mark. 101 115

Items and Protection

• Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone — An Immortal Herb secretly given by Li Yu. It strengthened Zhu Zhuqing's physique and contributed to her rapid rise from Level 31 to Level 40. 82 85
• Thorn Dragon — Left by Li Yu as a protective guardian. Zhu Zhuqing cannot command it, but it is intended to save her in danger and help her gain insight into Space Power. 221

Relationships

• Li Yu — Mentor, benefactor, and the person Zhu Zhuqing follows in pursuit of strength. Li Yu marked her with the Life Gate, gave her the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone, and later arranged protection through the Thorn Dragon. 53 82 221
• Qian Renxue / Xue Qinghe — Qian Renxue sympathized with Zhu Zhuqing's circumstances, brought her to Li Yu, and supported her decision to remain. 53 54
• Dai Mubai — Former betrothed and Shrek teammate. Zhu Zhuqing cuts ties with him after recognizing his behavior, defeats him when he tries to reclaim her, and rejects any chance of reconciliation. 53 84 86
• Xiao Wu — Former Shrek friend and later fellow Life Gate bearer. They reunite warmly and jointly protect Li Yu during her weakened state. 101 113
• Wang Changzhi — Thousand Feather Academy senior who repeatedly defends her and the academy's honor; Zhu Zhuqing nevertheless insists on handling her conflict with Dai Mubai herself. 83 86
• Zhu Family — Her birth family and the source of the Star Luo marriage arrangement she seeks to escape. 53 162
• Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun — Senior members of the Dai and Zhu families whose public insults reinforce Zhu Zhuqing's resolve to become strong enough to free herself from her family's restraints. 162 166

Story Role / Major Arcs

• Break with Shrek — Leaves Dai Mubai and Shrek after Li Yu's Illusionary Realm clarifies her circumstances; seeks to follow Li Yu rather than return to Star Luo. 53
• Thousand Feather Academy conflict — Publicly rejects Dai Mubai, Ma Hongjun, and Oscar when they attempt to bring her back. She reveals Level 40 Soul Power, defeats Dai Mubai, and demands that Shrek apologize to Thousand Feather Academy. 84 86 91
• Rapid metamorphosis — Absorbs a ten-thousand-year Fourth Soul Ring and reaches Level 43, though the absorption briefly injures her Spiritual Power. 101
• Li Yu's protector — Is summoned with Xiao Wu through the Life Gate to protect and care for Li Yu after Elemental Dissolution leaves her unconscious. 113
• Academy Tournament — Serves as one of Thousand Feather Academy's strongest representatives. Her Netherworld Shadow Clone decisively defeats Azure Sky Academy and contributes to the victory over Elephant Armor Academy. 128 129
• Star Luo confrontation — Faces renewed humiliation from Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun during the tournament, strengthening her resolve to escape the Zhu Family's control. 162 166
• Protected cultivation — Li Yu leaves the Thorn Dragon with her, intending both to ensure her safety against the Zhu Family and to give her an opportunity to comprehend Space Power. 221

Notable Quotes

“I want to become stronger. If I become strong enough, I can break free from everything!” 53

“I don't need any special training. I only need to witness your strength!” 53

“Don't use words like that to emotionally blackmail me!” 84

“Get lost!” 84