In Douluo, All the Goddesses Collapse

"Xiao Wu and Zhu Qing." Ning Rongrong replied irritably, "They both asked me what was wrong just now!"

"Haha." Wu Xing replied.

"And you're laughing!" Ning Rongrong pretended to be angry.

Wu Xing shook his head and continued, "Stop messing around. Hurry up and tell me how Xiao Wu and Tang San got into a conflict."

Seeing how eager Wu Xing was to know what had happened, Ning Rongrong puffed out her cheeks again, but she still obediently recounted the entire cause and effect of what had happened between the two.

"Haha, good, not bad, not bad." After hearing Ning Rongrong's explanation, Wu Xing felt utterly refreshed. It seemed his words had already taken effect.

For now, there was only a rift between them. Next, he believed it would only grow wider and wider, until she willingly cuckolded Double Standard Tang San.

After all, if Tang San had not been hypocritical, no amount of sowing discord from him would have worked. Tang San had brought it entirely upon himself.

"Brother Wu, Rongrong told you everything. Is there a reward?" Seeing how happy Wu Xing was, Ning Rongrong happily asked.

Seeing Ning Rongrong fishing for benefits, Wu Xing laughed again. "Of course. When I go to Heaven Dou City another day, I'll treat you to a Lollipop."

"A Lollipop?" Ning Rongrong froze. After thinking for a while and still having no idea what it was, she asked in confusion, "Brother Wu, what's a Lollipop?"

"It's a type of candy from my hometown. It's delicious, especially when you lick it. I guarantee that after trying it once, you won't be able to put it down." Wu Xing typed with a smile.

"Alright, it's a deal. You can't lie to Rongrong." Ning Rongrong happily agreed.

Since Brother Wu had introduced this candy so seriously, it had to be something extraordinary. She was really looking forward to it.

"It's a deal." Wu Xing nearly burst out laughing.

Ning Rongrong would never have imagined that the candy Wu Xing meant was not really candy. But he had gotten one thing right: once she tasted it, she definitely would not be able to put it down.

After teasing her a little, Wu Xing asked again, "How is Xiao Wu doing now?"

"After Zhu Qing and I comforted her, she's feeling much better." Because Wu Xing had promised her a reward, Ning Rongrong answered very happily and did not get jealous.

"Good. If something like this happens again in the future, tell me." Wu Xing did not egg things on, nor did he ask Ning Rongrong to badmouth Tang San. Although the two had clashed, directly escalating their conflict would only be foolish.

Of course, directly escalating things was foolish, but changing the method was possible. Wu Xing already had an idea.

"Mhm." Ning Rongrong answered happily.

Being able to pass messages along for Brother Wu naturally made her happy. Not only did it mean they could stay in touch often, it could also deepen their relationship.

As for Tang San, she had now seen him for who he truly was. She hated him. Brother Wu had been completely right—Tang San was far too double standard and hypocritical.

Xiao Wu had merely failed to answer his question, yet he lost his temper at her and even declared that he would kill anyone who spoke badly of him. How was that pampering? How was that love? It was clearly a sick desire for control!

So she felt no psychological burden at all about secretly reporting information to Brother Wu. The only person she felt sorry for was Xiao Wu, but she was doing this for Xiao Wu's own good. She could not let Tang San ruin her.

Wielding the Hoe and Digging at the Wall

"Xiao Wu, what are you doing?"

Now that he knew Xiao Wu and Tang San had fallen out, Wu Xing decisively opened Xiao Wu's friend panel, typed out a message, and sent it over.

He did not plan to fan the flames, but she was currently feeling down, making this the perfect chance to take advantage of her vulnerability. Naturally, he had to show off the instincts of a scumbag... no, the ambitions of Cao Cao... What the hell was that? He had to show his true colors as a warm and caring man and give her some comfort.

Xiao Wu sat by her bed, replaying scene after scene from the past in her mind. She felt increasingly miserable. Tang San's behavior today had been completely different from before, making him feel like a stranger to her.

Suddenly, a notification sounded in her mind, interrupting her memories. She opened the Diary Instance, and her dim eyes gradually brightened.

It was Brother Wu. Brother Wu had contacted her.

Looking at the message Brother Wu had sent, Xiao Wu calmed herself before slowly typing, "Brother Wu, I'm in the dormitory. I'm not doing anything."

"In the dormitory? Aren't you absorbing the Immortal Herb?" Wu Xing asked as though he did not understand.

Although he intended to offer comfort and soothe this wounded little rabbit, he would not bring up the news Ning Rongrong had secretly told him about her conflict with Tang San. The best approach was to let Xiao Wu say it herself. That was the truly smart thing to do.

"No." Xiao Wu replied.

"Why?" Wu Xing asked, pretending to be curious.

"Xiao Wu... Xiao Wu isn't in the mood." Xiao Wu hesitated for a moment before replying.

Seeing Xiao Wu's message, Wu Xing's lips curled up. He asked again, "What's wrong? Are you in a bad mood? Did you not have fun today, or is it because of your mother?"

"Brother Wu is sorry he couldn't help you."

Wu Xing did not mention Tang San at all, putting on a flawless performance.

"No, Brother Wu, it has nothing to do with you. Xiao Wu isn't unhappy because of that." Seeing the self-blaming tone in Wu Xing's message, Xiao Wu hurriedly replied.

"Then what is it? Can you tell Brother Wu? You should know that I transmigrated from another world, so I know many things. Maybe I can help you." Wu Xing continued playing dumb.

Looking at Wu Xing's concerned tone, Xiao Wu's previously despondent heart warmed slightly.

Thinking of Third Brother's attitude toward her earlier, then thinking of how Brother Wu had kept her casual mention of her mother in mind and had even blamed himself for failing to help her, the concern the two men showed was completely different.

Third Brother only cared where she had gone, why she had gone out without telling him, why she had not informed him. It looked like he was worried about her, but in truth, he treated her as something that belonged to him.

That kind of concern was not concern for her at all. He was only concerned about himself. It was an expression of extreme selfishness and possessiveness.

Brother Wu, on the other hand, sincerely considered things for her. There was no pretense whatsoever. He had even worried that she might be upset over her mother and awkwardly found an excuse to ask how she was doing.

Without realizing it, Xiao Wu began comparing Wu Xing with Tang San. Only after comparing them did she discover who truly treated her well.

Wu Xing had no idea what Xiao Wu was thinking, much less that his initiative in messaging her had been mistaken for an awkward excuse to show concern for her.

Wu Xing was now staring at Xiao Wu's lack of response for a long time, growing confused. Could it be that he had acted too hastily? Had Xiao Wu seen through his intentions?

"Rongrong, what is Xiao Wu doing right now?" After hesitating for a moment, Wu Xing decided to ask Ning Rongrong.

Giving Tang San a massive green hat was the wish of countless readers. He did not want his plan to fail because of this.

"Hmph, you big bad guy. I was wondering why you hadn't replied to my messages. So you were chatting with Xiao Wu. You really do care more about Xiao Wu." Ning Rongrong had been feeling upset over Wu Xing's delayed replies. When his message suddenly arrived, she had been delighted, but after seeing his question, her expression immediately fell.

Ning Rongrong's resentful tone made Wu Xing's mouth twitch. He hurriedly typed, "Alright, Rongrong. Brother Wu isn't joking with you. Next time, I'll reward you with two Lollipops."

When referring to the Lollipops, Wu Xing said two times rather than two pieces. But Ning Rongrong did not understand the subtlety of his words. She happily, foolishly glanced at Xiao Wu on the opposite bunk before saying, "Xiao Wu is spacing out."

"Spacing out?" Wu Xing was stunned. What the hell did spacing out mean?

Just as Wu Xing was confused by Xiao Wu's behavior, another message from her arrived.

"Brother Wu, can I ask you something?" Xiao Wu asked softly.

"Go ahead." Wu Xing replied.

Xiao Wu looked at the chat window. After remaining silent for a while, she finally asked, "Third... Is Third Brother really that kind of person?"

"..." Wu Xing did not immediately answer. Instead, he sent several dots to express his speechlessness before saying, "Xiao Wu, you shouldn't be asking me this question."

"You've read so many Diary entries. You should understand my attitude toward Tang San. Asking me is the same as making me badmouth him in front of you."

Sincerity was the deadliest weapon. Wu Xing's move was simply masterful.

Sure enough, Xiao Wu stiffened upon seeing this before saying, "Xiao Wu wants Brother Wu to tell me in person."

"Uh, forget about telling you in person. You should see for yourself." Wu Xing did not answer. Instead, he directly sent her a video.

The video showed Tang San displaying hostility toward him at Dugu Manor. Throughout the entire recording, Wu Xing maintained the bearing of a true gentleman from beginning to end.

"So it was true." After silently watching the video, Xiao Wu felt as if her heart had turned to ashes.

Putting herself in Brother Wu's position, he had been a guest at Dugu Manor, and there had been nothing wrong with his conduct.

Even though he had repeatedly and mercilessly criticized Third Brother in the Diary Instance, he had never shown Tang San any hostility. He had not deliberately provoked him either, always maintaining his proper place.

Yet Third Brother had not only looked down on Brother Wu but mocked him as well. After being humiliated, instead of examining his own faults, he had begun resenting Brother Wu. Even Xiao Wu felt frightened by that devouring glare.

No wonder Brother Wu called Tang San double standard and hypocritical. No wonder Brother Wu said Tang San could slap others in the face, but no one could slap his. It was the behavior of a complete hypocrite.

Xiao Wu smiled bitterly. She had once been blinded by Tang San's disguise. Thankfully, the Diary Instance had appeared and allowed her to see his true face.

At this moment, Xiao Wu no longer felt the same dependence on Tang San as before. All she felt was gratitude for the care he had once shown her. Nothing more.

"Thank you, Brother Wu," Xiao Wu said gratefully.

Wu Xing asked uncertainly, "Are you alright?"

"Don't worry, Brother Wu. Xiao Wu is strong." Xiao Wu clenched her small pink fist and answered firmly.

Seeing that Xiao Wu had not fallen into pain because of this, Wu Xing slowly said, "Xiao Wu, it's not that Brother Wu wants to slander him, but Tang San's feelings for you are not love at all. He just sees you as... as his private possession and won't allow anyone else to touch you."

"It looks like he's protecting you, but that isn't the case. Rather than saying he cares about you, it would be more accurate to say that he cares about himself."

"Xiao Wu understands," Xiao Wu said calmly.

"Mhm, it's good that you understand. Don't do anything foolish," Wu Xing said with concern.

"Xiao Wu won't do anything foolish." Xiao Wu gave Wu Xing a firm answer. She still had her wish to revive her mother to fulfill. How could she possibly do anything foolish?

Besides, now that she had seen Tang San's true face, he was even less worth being sad over. What did she have to be upset about for someone like that?

Team Members Assemble

"Hubby, what are you thinking about? Why are you so happy?"

Su Ruoxi came out of the bathroom and saw Wu Xing leaning against the bed with a broad smile on his face. She immediately pounced on him, wrapped her arms around his neck, raised her head, and asked with a beaming smile.

Wu Xing had taught her the word hubby on their way back from Heaven Dou City. It meant husband and wife, and she especially liked it, so she began using it.

Wu Xing lowered his head and kissed her fair cheek before saying with a smile, "Because your hubby is about to accomplish something big."

"Is it those three girls?" Su Ruoxi asked softly.

"Uh." Wu Xing felt embarrassed. Although he did have designs on the Three Beauties of Shrek Academy, he could not reveal them in front of his woman. Even though she would not mind, it was precisely because she did not mind that he should not bring it up.

"Of course not." Wu Xing shook his head, then said, "Do you remember Tang San?"

"I do." Su Ruoxi nodded, a trace of coldness flashing through her eyes.

That guy had not only looked down on her man and mocked him, but had even openly displayed hostility toward him.

How could she possibly forget someone like that?

"I'll soon be able to make him lose everyone around him." Wu Xing smiled and explained his plan to Su Ruoxi.

After hearing Wu Xing's plan, Su Ruoxi's eyes lit up. "Isn't that letting that guy off too easily? Should we steal the Xiao Wu he cares about and ravage her right in front of him?"

Hearing that, a drop of cold sweat slid down Wu Xing's forehead. He had not even mentioned his thoughts about Xiao Wu, yet his woman was even more ruthless than he was when she got vicious. She wanted to cuckold Tang San right in front of him.

That was seriously criminal!

"Ahem, Ruo Xi, that idea won't do." Wu Xing coughed repeatedly.

Seeing that her man clearly felt tempted but did not dare admit it, Su Ruoxi's face revealed a sly smile. "Hubby, don't tell me you have no thoughts about Xiao Wu. What happened at the auction house today can't fool me."

Wu Xing gave an awkward smile. He had thought this girl was not jealous. It had all been a lie.

"Hubby, Ruo Xi doesn't mean anything else by it. I don't mind if you take in a few more women. I only hope you'll always treat me well." Su Ruoxi spoke tenderly, while the arms around Wu Xing's neck unconsciously tightened.

She knew her man's abilities and potential. He was destined to have no shortage of women in the future. She would not fight for favor or make a fuss over it. Her only worry was that Wu Xing would grow tired of the old once he had something new.

It was something every woman worried about. No matter how deeply they loved someone, they were no exception.

Looking at Su Ruoxi gazing up at him affectionately, Wu Xing gently stroked her neat hair, kissed her, and said seriously, "Don't worry, Ruo Xi. I'll always treat you well, and I'll never abandon you."

He was lustful, and he admitted that he was somewhat of a scumbag, but he would never grow tired of the old and abandon his women.

"Mhm." Su Ruoxi nodded forcefully, then offered up her fragrant kiss. "Hubby, give it to me."

Seeing the passionate Su Ruoxi, Wu Xing felt a surge of heat as well. Having just bathed, she wore a thin black gauze nightgown, the faintly visible sight beneath it especially alluring.

But thinking about how they had to assemble tomorrow, if he went charging into battle directly, whether his woman could endure it was one question, but she definitely would not be able to get up afterward.

So Wu Xing did not act immediately. Instead, he lowered his head and whispered a few words into her ear.

Already lost in passion, Su Ruoxi blushed even more upon hearing her man's low whisper. She cast him a charmingly reproachful glance before rustling into the blanket.

Early the next morning, Wu Xing and Su Ruoxi got up very early.

Although they had fought a fierce battle last night, the foreplay had kept Su Ruoxi from becoming too exhausted. Only that sexy little mouth of hers had suffered, to the point that it felt like it was no longer her own.

After washing up, they ate breakfast in the cafeteria and then headed to the place their instructor had mentioned for assembly.

By the time they arrived at the gathering point, the members of the Heaven Dou Second Team were already there.

Upon seeing Wu Xing arrive, several team members warmly greeted him.

Wu Xing's name was now known throughout the entire academy. In particular, his spar with Dugu Yan, where he had utterly crushed his opponent, had become the talk of the academy.