Jade Phosphorous Serpent Emperor Zheng Yiran

After consuming the Essence Grass last night and absorbing it overnight, his Spiritual Power had improved considerably.

According to his estimation, it should be around seven hundred points now.

He was one step closer to the mid-stage of the Spirit Sea Realm.

In a good mood...

Wang Zhi got up, washed himself, and went downstairs to eat.

His parents were overjoyed to see him return last night.

His Mother, Ling Lin, had even prepared a table full of delicious dishes to celebrate his return.

Although his Father, Wang Heng, didn't say much, the relief and pride in his eyes were undeniable.

After finishing breakfast, Wang Zhi greeted his parents and headed out to the Spirit Transmitter Tower Headquarters.

There was still a competition today.

The Spirit Transmitter Tower Headquarters was bustling with people, a sea of humanity.

Today was the second day of the Youth Ranking Competition, and even more people had come to watch than yesterday.

In the massive competition hall, the audience seats were full, and discussions were everywhere.

Everyone was extremely enthusiastic about the rankings in the Youth Ranking Competition.

"Did you hear? The genius from the Zheng Family is here too."

"The Zheng Family? Are you talking about that ancient family that has been passed down for twenty thousand years? I remember their inherited Martial Soul is the Jade Phosphorous Serpent Emperor, right?"

"It's that Zheng Family. They have produced a genius in this generation named Zheng Yiran, who is said to have extremely high Talent."

"That's not even the real genius. Let me tell you, Wu Sido from the Zhu Family in Star Luo City is the true genius! I heard she's already a Three Rings Soul Elder!"

"Heavens! She's only Eleven Years Old, right?!"

"A Three Rings at Eleven Years Old, that's indeed a Genius!"

"Isn't it? She's definitely going to be in the top ten of this Youth Ranking Competition."

Wang Zhi stood in the crowd, listening to their discussions, and felt a sense of emotion.

These young boys and girls would also join Shrek in two and a half years.

It could be considered the most talented generation.

Unfortunately, before they could showcase their talent and step onto a grander stage, they encountered the crisis of Shrek's destruction, the invasion crisis of the Abyss...

Fate is a fickle thing, no one can predict it.

Just then, the broadcast sounded.

"Contestant 127, Wang Zhi, please proceed to Arena number three."

Wang Zhi withdrew his thoughts and walked towards Arena number three.

Arena number three was already surrounded by a crowd of spectators.

Wang Zhi stepped onto the stage and his gaze fell upon his opponent across from him.

It was a maiden, appearing to be eleven or twelve years old, her pretty face radiant, yet her expression was extremely arrogant.

A green snake was wrapped around her right arm, and her entire body exuded a dark aura.

Zheng Yiran.

Wang Zhi was somewhat surprised, not expecting to encounter this Zheng Family Genius in the first round.

Zheng Yiran was also sizing him up. After a moment, she spoke, her tone condescending.

"My name is Zheng Yiran. You'd best withdraw yourself, lest I have to act and cause you too much pain."

Upon hearing this, Wang Zhi chuckled.

"No need."

Seeing this, Zheng Yiran didn't get angry. Instead, she nodded.

"Ambitious."

"Then let's settle this with our skills!"

The Referee walked to the edge of the stage and glanced at the two of them.

"Both sides prepare."

"Three, two, one..."

"Begin!"

As soon as the words fell, two yellow Hundred Year Soul Rings slowly rose from beneath Zheng Yiran's feet.

Immediately, a flash of light enveloped her, and her entire body was covered in a layer of emerald green.

The small green snake coiled around her arm shone brightly, and a mouthful of thick green mist was sprayed out in all directions.

Instantly, her entire body was enveloped in the emerald green poisonous fog.

A gasp of surprise rose from the audience seats.

The Jade Phosphorous Serpent Emperor's poison was notoriously potent.

A touch of it would cause paralysis at best, and death at worst.

This maiden was releasing poison right from the start, clearly intending to end the fight quickly.

However, Wang Zhi simply smiled faintly.

The shadow beneath his feet rippled.

Three black shadows instantly emerged.

Three Ghost Shadow Ninjas, clad in black form-fitting attire and wielding kunai, charged towards Zheng Yiran in a triangular formation.

The poisonous fog that made other Soul Masters turn pale had no effect on the three Ghost Shadow Ninjas.

This was because they were not essentially living beings.

This made them immune to many negative effects.

Zheng Yiran's complexion changed as she watched these summons ignore her poisonous fog.

But she did not panic.

The Ghost Shadow Ninjas had already reached her, and one struck out with a palm.

Zheng Yiran's First Soul Ring lit up.

Amidst the flashing jade light, her body suddenly became as soft and boneless as a snake, twisting and contorting.

She intended to entangle the Ghost Shadow Ninja while her right hand turned emerald green, ready to strike at any moment.

However...

The Ghost Shadow Ninja instantly turned into a shadow, disappearing from her entanglement.

Zheng Yiran lost her balance and stumbled forward a step.

Before she could react, another black shadow had already appeared silently behind her.

The Ghost Shadow Ninja emerged from the shadow behind her and struck out with a palm.

"Bang!"

Zheng Yiran only felt a sharp pain in his back, and his body flew forward uncontrollably, directly falling out of the Arena and onto the ground.

The entire venue fell silent for a moment.

Then, bursts of exclamations erupted.

"That's... it? They won?"

"One move? No, two moves?"

"Her poison was completely useless against that Summon!"

"This Youth is too strong!"

The Referee was stunned for a moment, then raised his hand.

"The match is over, the winner is..."

"Contestant 127, Wang Zhi!"

Wang Zhi recalled his three Ghost Shadow Ninjas and turned to leave the stage.

After taking a few steps, a voice called out from behind him.

"Wait a moment."

He turned back to look.

Zheng Yiran got up from the ground, brushed the dust off his clothes, and walked up to him.

His expression was somewhat complex, but there was no anger from losing the match.

"You are very strong."

"Thank you."

Wang Zhi was taken aback, completely confused.

Why was Zheng Yiran thanking him after he had won?

Seeing his expression, Zheng Yiran's face flushed slightly as he explained.

"Although you won..."

"Because I was not injured, I can still participate in the subsequent matches in my peak condition."

Wang Zhi suddenly understood.

So that's how it was.

In the competition, many contestants would do their best to heavily injure their opponents to reduce the difficulty of subsequent matches.

This way, even if they lost, their opponent would be affected in later matches due to their injuries.

But he had only knocked Zheng Yiran out of the ring, not using any heavy moves.

"You're welcome."

He shook his head, "I stopped when I had the upper hand."

Zheng Yiran looked at him and said earnestly.

"No matter what, everyone tries their best to heavily injure their opponent to reduce their own difficulty."

"Therefore..."

"No matter what, I owe you a favor."

With that, she turned and left gracefully without waiting for Wang Zhi's response.

Leaving Wang Zhi standing alone, he gave a helpless smile.

What an interesting girl.

Immediately, a hint of thoughtfulness appeared in Wang Zhi's eyes.

If he remembered correctly.

The original Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well was discovered by Zheng Yiran's ancestor...

That Poison Douluo Dugu Bo.

At that time, Dugu Bo discovered this Treasure Land and made it his private residence.

Later...

He brought Tang San to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well, where Tang San obtained dozens of Immortal Herbs.