Zhu Zhuqing

Biodata

Feature	Details
Name	Zhu Zhuqing (朱竹清)
Alias(es)	“Little Kitten” (used by Jiang Mian) 4
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Star Luo Imperial Family; Spirit Hall; Star Dou Empire 6 11 79
Occupation/Role	Soul Master; later a ruler addressed as “Your Majesty” in the Star Dou Empire 79
First Appearance	4

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Great Soul Master, Level 20	4 6	Entered the Star Dou Great Forest alone seeking a suitable second Soul Ring. Jiang Mian defeated an Ink Flame Pouch Lion for her, and she absorbed its ring.
Soul Elder, Level 39	10	Reached level 39 after two years of cultivation in the Star Dou Great Forest with Jiang Mian; was nearing her fourth Soul Ring.
Soul Ancestor, Level 40+	21 23 26	Broke through level 40 and deliberately suppressed her Soul Power before seeking her fourth Soul Ring. Her absorption was disrupted by the Silver Dragon King’s pressure but stabilized through Jiang Mian’s healing.
Level 47	59	Her Soul Power had reached level 47 by the period preceding the Spirit Master Tournament.
Near Soul King	71	Was approaching the Soul King realm; her growth remained slower than Xie Yue’s and Hu Liena’s because she had not yet begun a divine assessment.
Titled Douluo, above Level 90	79	Held the Agility God’s inheritance and possessed a soul-ring configuration of two yellow, two purple, four black, and one red rings.

Background / History

Zhu Zhuqing was born into the Star Luo Empire’s royal family, whose succession system followed a ruthless survival-of-the-fittest principle. Defeat meant crippling, exile, or death; this pressure drove her to seek power from an early age. At ten years old, she entered the Star Dou Great Forest alone to acquire a second Soul Ring. 4 6

While battling an Ink Flame Pouch Lion, Zhu Zhuqing injured her arm but successfully wounded the beast with her First Soul Skill, Hell Stab. Jiang Mian intervened before the battle could turn fatal, allowed her to take the lion’s soul ring, and arranged for Bi Ji to heal her injury. She also bathed in the Lake of Life, where its water rapidly restored her fatigue and increased her Soul Power. 4

She accepted Jiang Mian’s invitation to train in the Extreme North. During the journey, she disclosed her imperial background and made clear that she would not surrender to fate or rely on others to resolve her family’s succession struggle. She nevertheless became deeply attached to Jiang Mian, whose protection gave her a sense of safety absent from her childhood. 6

In the Extreme North, Zhu Zhuqing fought beside Jiang Mian against a Snow Wolf Pack and protected him from a residual heavenly-tribulation thunderbolt despite believing the act might kill her. 7 9 She subsequently spent two years cultivating with him in the Star Dou Great Forest, reaching level 39. 10

After joining Jiang Mian’s circle at Spirit Hall, Zhu Zhuqing trained alongside the Golden Generation. Her past insecurity resurfaced when she encountered Dai Mubai, but Jiang Mian reassured her that he would not abandon her. 11 13 She later reached level 40 and set out with Jiang Mian and Hu Liena to obtain her fourth Soul Ring. 21 23

During the campaign against the Star Luo Empire, Zhu Zhuqing and Hu Liena infiltrated the imperial capital. Zhu Zhuqing impersonated her elder sister, Zhu Zhuyun, by using their shared Netherworld Spirit Cat Martial Soul, but a survivor from the Extreme North recognized her. A newly advanced Titled Douluo severely injured and captured her despite Xie Yue’s intervention. 68 69

Even with her wounds unhealed, Zhu Zhuqing later confronted Emperor Dai Hanbin in the Star Luo Imperial Palace and declared her intention to take control of the empire. 73 She was later approached by the Agility God for a divine inheritance and rose to become a Titled Douluo. 74 79

Appearance

Zhu Zhuqing is introduced as a young girl in a tight black leather suit, with a graceful figure and a notably cold, striking presence. 4 Her appearance later reflects the consequences of her Star Luo mission, with unhealed wounds visible beneath black clothing after her imprisonment. 73

• Usually carries herself with a cool, aloof expression. 11 28
• Her black leather outfit was torn across the right arm during her battle with the Ink Flame Pouch Lion. 4
• Possesses the Netherworld Spirit Cat Martial Soul, sharing its appearance and traits with her elder sister Zhu Zhuyun. 68

Personality

Zhu Zhuqing is resolute, disciplined, and unwilling to yield to the Star Luo Empire’s violent succession system. Though she recognizes the danger posed by her stronger elder sister and the imperial court, she insists on facing the struggle through her own efforts. 6

Her outward coldness conceals a strong need for security and trust, developed through years of isolation and relentless pressure. Jiang Mian’s support gradually allows her to show vulnerability, affection, and dependence. 6 13 21

She is also fiercely independent. When Jiang Mian promises that she will eventually receive the same opportunities and treasures as others, Zhu Zhuqing refuses to accept what she sees as charity and states that she would rather rely on her own efforts. 34

Abilities & Skills

Netherworld Spirit Cat Martial Soul

Zhu Zhuqing possesses the beast-type Netherworld Spirit Cat Martial Soul.

• Grants exceptionally sharp hearing; she detected the Ink Flame Pouch Lion’s movement above her before it attacked. 4
• Supports swift, catlike movement, including flash-step maneuvers used to evade attacks and reposition behind opponents. 4
• Allowed her to impersonate Zhu Zhuyun during the infiltration of the Star Luo capital. 68
• Her beast Martial Soul was heavily suppressed by the pressure released during Gu Yuena’s revival, particularly while Zhu Zhuqing was absorbing a Soul Ring. 26

Hell Stab

Hell Stab is Zhu Zhuqing’s First Soul Skill.

• Used claws to tear open the Ink Flame Pouch Lion’s back. 4
• Enabled her to intercept and repel a Snow Wolf that was attacking Jiang Mian. 7
• Used in an attempt to shield Jiang Mian from a residual heavenly-tribulation thunderbolt. 9

Agility God Inheritance

Zhu Zhuqing was selected for the inheritance of the Agility God.

• The inheritance accelerated her cultivation and helped her close the gap with divine-assessment bearers such as Xie Yue and Hu Liena. 74
• By the Star Dou Empire’s conflict with the Sun Moon Continent, she was a Titled Douluo above level 90. 79

Combat Command

As a ruler of the Star Dou Empire, Zhu Zhuqing demonstrated strategic discipline rather than relying solely on personal strength.

• Directed military discussions against the Sun Moon Continent from the imperial palace. 79
• Used Jiang Mian’s blueprint information to prepare for enemy Soul Tools. 79
• Ordered a transformation-capable team, including a Soul Douluo, Soul Saints, and Soul Emperors, for covert operations. 81
• Refused to personally intervene in every threat, reasoning that a ruler acting rashly would signal national collapse. 79

Relationships

• Jiang Mian — Her benefactor, closest protector, and husband. He saved her during her second Soul Ring hunt, supported her cultivation, and became the source of security she lacked in the Star Luo royal family. 4 6 13 57
• Hu Liena — Close companion and sister-like confidante. They trained together, infiltrated the Star Luo capital together, and Zhu Zhuqing was devastated when Hu Liena was critically injured protecting her. 21 68 80
• Xie Yue — Ally from Spirit Hall’s Golden Generation. He attempted to rescue Zhu Zhuqing after her exposure and capture in the Star Luo capital. 11 69
• Bi Ji — Healed Zhu Zhuqing’s arm immediately after her first encounter with Jiang Mian and gifted her Innate Spirit Grass as Jiang Mian’s friend. 4 6
• Bibi Dong — Spirit Hall’s Pope, who authorized Zhu Zhuqing’s Soul Ring hunt and provided cultivation guidance through her subordinates. 14 21 23
• Zhu Zhuyun — Her elder sister. Zhu Zhuqing used Zhu Zhuyun’s identity and matching Martial Soul to enter the Star Luo capital. 68
• Dai Hanbin — Star Luo Emperor whom Zhu Zhuqing confronted in the imperial palace while seeking control of the empire. 73

Story Role / Major Arcs

Second Soul Ring Hunt

Zhu Zhuqing’s solo hunt in the Star Dou Great Forest introduces both her determination and the danger of her royal upbringing. Her encounter with Jiang Mian changes the course of her cultivation and places her within his growing circle of allies. 4

Extreme North Training

She accompanies Jiang Mian and Bear Lord to the Extreme North, battles the Snow Wolf Pack, and risks her life to protect Jiang Mian during Bear Lord’s Heavenly Tribulation. 6 7 9

Spirit Hall Cultivation

Zhu Zhuqing trains with the Golden Generation, advances from level 39 to level 40, and prepares to acquire her fourth Soul Ring. 10 11 21 23

Star Luo Infiltration and Captivity

Alongside Hu Liena, she infiltrates the Star Luo capital under Zhu Zhuyun’s identity. Her cover is exposed, leading to her severe injury, imprisonment, and a wider military escalation between Spirit Hall and the Star Luo Empire. 68 69 70

Imperial Rule and War

After challenging Dai Hanbin, Zhu Zhuqing becomes a leading figure in the Star Dou Empire. As a Titled Douluo and bearer of the Agility God’s inheritance, she oversees war planning against the Sun Moon Continent while Jiang Mian fights in the God Realm. 73 74 79 80

Notable Quotes

“I don't want to fail, and I'll work hard not to.” 6

“I only rely on my own efforts. If I have to rely on the charity of others to obtain something, then I'd rather not have this handout.” 34

“Jiang Mian, even if you're not here, I can still protect this world!” 80