Zhu Zhuqing

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Zhu Zhuqing (朱竹清)
Gender	Female
Martial Soul	Hell Spirit Cat
Affiliation	Profound Gate Heavenly Sect; formerly Shrek Academy
Occupation/Role	Soul Master; Zhao Linchuan's second disciple
Status	Active
First Appearance	Chapter 21

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Immortal-herb and Soul Bone fusion	54	Fused the Immortal Herb Ice Skin Jade Bone Muscle and two Soul Bones; her physique, Soul Power, and Soul Power control improved substantially.
Eight Extraordinary Meridians opened	68	Zhao Linchuan opened her meridians, more than doubling her Soul Power circulation speed and improving her understanding of Soul Power application.
Fourth Soul Ring	84	Absorbed a roughly 15,000-year Phantom Hell Leopard Soul Ring and gained Nether Three Stage Flash.

Background

Zhu Zhuqing traveled thousands of miles from the Star Luo Empire while repeatedly evading pursuit from her sister. She sought out her politically arranged fiancé, Dai Mubai, believing he could offer hope for her survival and revenge amid her family's internal strife. Instead, she found him neglectful and debauched. 32 42

At Shrek Academy, she remained one of the calmer members of the group and comforted Ning Rongrong after the latter's conflict with Zhao Linchuan. From Ning's account, Zhu Zhuqing pieced together why Zhao had abandoned the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and came to admire his talent, strength, and character. 21 22

Dai Mubai later attempted to force himself on her while under the influence of an aphrodisiac. Zhu Zhuqing rejected him, evaded his attacks, punished him, and escaped Shrek Academy after concluding that it was no longer safe for her. 33 34

Appearance

Zhu Zhuqing is a striking young woman with a naturally cold, aloof demeanor. After fusing an Immortal Herb and Soul Bones, her presence became more ethereal, with fairer skin, cold star-like eyes, and a more refined physique. 54 55

• Long black hair and a cool, elegant bearing. 52 55
• Often wears dark, form-fitting training clothing suited to high-mobility combat. 54 68
• Possesses feline traits while using her Martial Soul, including a sensitive cat tail. 23
• Her training outfits are frequently scorched by Zhao Linchuan's lightning-based conditioning. 54 71

Personality

Initially guarded and emotionally restrained, Zhu Zhuqing is observant, logical, and difficult to deceive. She recognized Ning Rongrong's self-serving account of Zhao Linchuan's departure and understood the underlying reasons without needing the full story told to her directly. 22

She values strength, self-determination, and mutual respect. Dai Mubai's attempted assault forces her to confront how misplaced her faith in him had been, while Zhao Linchuan's support helps her reject the belief that she is worthless. 33 41 42

As Zhao Linchuan's disciple, she is exceptionally diligent and resilient. She endures severe lightning training without complaint, repeatedly rising after paralysis and exhaustion to continue improving. 53 54 Over time, her reserved nature gives way to stronger trust, affection, occasional embarrassment, and a mischievous streak. 68 117

Abilities & Skills

Hell Spirit Cat Martial Soul

Zhu Zhuqing's Martial Soul specializes in speed, agility, reflexes, and close-range attacks.

• Moves with catlike speed and can evade reckless attacks with precise footwork. 23 33
• Uses claw strikes in combat. 23
• Possesses acute instinctive danger-sensing, which Zhao Linchuan develops through lightning-dodging exercises. 54
• Her natural mobility makes her a suitable potential user of the Soul Extermination Spear for surprise attacks and higher-level assassinations. 75

Nether Three Stage Flash

Her fourth Soul Skill, obtained from a Phantom Hell Leopard. 84

• Locks onto a target and performs short-range instantaneous displacement around them.
• Each teleportation raises the next attack's damage by 100%, stacking to a maximum 300% increase after three displacements.
• Can instead perform up to seven consecutive short-range spatial jumps for evasion or escape, without gaining the damage bonus. 84

Soul Forging Art

A cultivation technique taught by Zhao Linchuan that strengthens her spiritual power and prepares her to withstand Soul Ring shock. 84

• Allowed her to attempt a ten-thousand-year-level fourth Soul Ring safely.
• Supports her mental resilience during high-level Soul Ring absorption. 84

Lightning Prison Training

Zhao Linchuan trains Zhu Zhuqing by attacking her with controlled lightning snakes while suppressing her Soul Power circulation and movements. 53 54

• Develops reaction speed, instinctive dodging, and fine Soul Power control.
• Uses paralyzing lightning and increased pressure to force adaptation under extreme conditions.
• Is physically exhausting and leaves her repeatedly scorched, numbed, and depleted. 54 71

Opened Eight Extraordinary Meridians

Zhao Linchuan opens Zhu Zhuqing's Eight Extraordinary Meridians to improve her cultivation foundation. 68

• More than doubles her Soul Power circulation speed.
• Makes previously difficult Soul Power applications clearer and easier to perform.
• Requires a stabilization period after the procedure due to the fragility of her newly opened channels. 68

Equipment / Items

• Ice Skin Jade Bone Muscle — Immortal Herb given by Zhao Linchuan and successfully fused by Zhu Zhuqing. It refined her body and increased the density and smoothness of her Soul Power. 54
• Two Soul Bones — Unnamed Soul Bones gifted by Zhao Linchuan alongside the Immortal Herb; both were fused successfully. 54
• Soul Extermination Spear — Zhu Zhuqing delivered this weapon and Body Tempering Pills to Zhao Linchuan; he later identified her agility as particularly suitable for using the spear in surprise assassinations. 73 75

Relationships

• Zhao Linchuan — Former arena opponent who became her rescuer, confidant, teacher, and later romantic partner. Zhu Zhuqing saved his life while he was fleeing severe injuries, became his second disciple, and joined his force. 39 41 53 57 118
• Dai Mubai — Former fiancé through a Star Luo imperial arrangement. His neglect and attempted assault led Zhu Zhuqing to reject him and leave Shrek Academy. 32 33 34
• Ning Rongrong — Former Shrek companion. Zhu Zhuqing comforted Ning after Zhao Linchuan left the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, though Zhuqing privately understood that Ning's behavior had driven him away. 21 22
• Qian Renxue — Zhao Linchuan's first disciple and lover, whom Zhu Zhuqing addresses as her senior sister. Qian Renxue initially questioned Zhu Zhuqing's place beside Zhao, then accepted her after learning that Zhuqing had saved him. 55 72
• Dugu Yan — Fellow member of Zhao Linchuan's circle. Dugu Yan teases Zhu Zhuqing about her feelings for Zhao and helps include her in the group. 55 84
• Ye Lingling — Fellow sect member. Zhu Zhuqing cooperates with Dugu Yan in supporting the sect's schemes and later joins Ye Lingling and the others in confronting Zhao over Tang Yuehua. 126 128
• Zhu Zhuyun — Her sister, whose pursuit Zhu Zhuqing repeatedly evaded before leaving the Star Luo Empire. 42

Story Role / Major Arcs

Escape from Shrek Academy

After Dai Mubai's attempted assault, Zhu Zhuqing decisively breaks from the life she had pursued in Heaven Dou. Her escape ends her reliance on Dai Mubai and begins her search for a path defined by her own strength. 33 34

Rescue of Zhao Linchuan

While gathering supplies after leaving Shrek, Zhu Zhuqing encounters Zhao Linchuan gravely injured after his battle with Gu Rong. Despite his earlier humiliation of her in the Soul Arena, she carries him through the forest and helps him evade pursuit. 23 39

Recovery and Acceptance as a Disciple

At the Jade Phosphor Serpent Clan's base, Zhu Zhuqing reveals her experiences to Zhao Linchuan and breaks down emotionally. His refusal to let her define herself through Dai Mubai's abuse restores her confidence. When Zhao offers to teach her his Martial Soul insights and cultivation methods, she accepts without hesitation. 41 42 53

Growth within Zhao Linchuan's Force

Zhu Zhuqing joins Zhao Linchuan's developing force because she has nowhere else to go, then becomes one of its most devoted members. She witnesses his recruitment of the Breaking Clan, studies his methods of persuasion and leadership, and supports his decisions in Gengxin City. 57 59 61

Fourth Soul Ring Acquisition

After strengthening her foundation through training, Soul Bones, the Ice Skin Jade Bone Muscle, opened meridians, and the Soul Forging Art, Zhu Zhuqing absorbs a ten-thousand-year Phantom Hell Leopard Soul Ring. The resulting Nether Three Stage Flash greatly expands her offensive mobility and survival options. 54 68 84