Douluo: The Venom System is Awesome

"How does it feel, Sister Xue?"

Mu Junyu asked softly in her ear, his warm breath brushing against her sensitive earlobe.

Qian Renxue bit her lower lip, struggling to keep from making any strange sounds.

That feeling of being enveloped and nourished from every direction was simply too comfortable, making it difficult for her to resist for a moment.

But her proud nature made her unwilling to show weakness in front of a seven-year-old child.

"It's... it's alright."

She barely managed to maintain a cold tone, but her slightly trembling voice betrayed her.

Yue Guan stood with his back to the two of them, a smile playing on his lips.

He had assumed this was just a normal soul power resonance, unaware that Mu Junyu's Heart-Eroding Venom was subjecting Qian Renxue to a much deeper...

"Transformation."

Mu Junyu watched the [Affinity Level] on his system interface slowly climb from -20 to 0, feeling secretly pleased.

He had deliberately used the Heart-Eroding Venom to focus on stimulating several acupoints on Qian Renxue's back.

Those were the points most sensitive to soul power, a trick he had learned from his experience with Bibi Dong.

"Mmm..."

Qian Renxue let out an involuntary soft moan, then bit her lip in shame and annoyance. She felt her own Martial Soul beginning to resonate on its own, an experience she had never had before.

A flash of cunning crossed Mu Junyu's eyes as he suddenly activated his Martial Soul.

Before Qian Renxue could react, his body suddenly transformed into a black-purple halo, enveloping her like a living creature.

"What are you doing..."

Qian Renxue exclaimed, instinctively wanting to release her Martial Soul to resist, but it was already too late.

That purple-black halo instantly wrapped around her entire body, clinging to her as tightly as a second skin.

"Don't be nervous, Sister Xue."

Mu Junyu's voice echoed directly in Qian Renxue's mind.

"This is my Martial Soul Avatar state; it allows you to experience a more perfect amplification effect."

Qian Renxue felt a strange warmth seeping into her body from every pore, as the Heart-Eroding Venom turned into countless tiny tentacles of soul power, perfectly connecting with the meridians throughout her body. The sensation was both foreign and familiar, as if she had returned to the comfort of the womb.

"Insolent! Get out of... ah~"

Her reprimand suddenly turned into a soft gasp. Mu Junyu had deliberately let the venom stimulate the sensitive nerves at the base of her spine, causing Qian Renxue's legs to go weak.

Qian Renxue was shrouded in a layer of purple-black light, her face flushed with a deep crimson, her breathing ragged.

Mu Junyu controlled the venom to gently massage Qian Renxue's acupoints.

A faint golden halo began to emanate from Qian Renxue's body; it was a sign that her Angel Martial Soul was being activated.

She discovered with astonishment that her soul power was circulating nearly 10% faster than usual, and without the slightest sense of obstruction.

"What... what is this..."

She struggled to remain clear-headed, but the pleasure brought by the Heart-Eroding Venom crashed against her brain like a tidal wave.

That feeling of being enveloped and nourished from every direction made her want to resist, yet she couldn't help but indulge in it.

Through the system, Mu Junyu clearly saw the [Qian Renxue Body Data].

[Resistance 30% -> 15%]

[Pleasure Accumulation 60%]

[Current Modification: Addiction. (Unable to stop thinking about the Heart-Eroding Venom)]

With a mischievous intent, he let the venom swirl gently around the hollow of her waist, another sensitive spot he had discovered on Bibi Dong.

Sure enough, Qian Renxue shuddered violently, her golden eyes losing focus for an instant.

"She's really not much different from her mother~"

"As expected, mother and daughter are just the same~"

"Ah!"

An irrepressible cry escaped her lips, and she bit her lower lip in shame and anger.

She felt an unprecedented sensation rising from within her body, and her skin began to flush with a faint pink hue.

Yue Guan finally sensed that something was wrong and was about to intervene, but the flying vessel suddenly jolted violently; they had arrived at the Star Dou Forest.

"It seems we have to interrupt for now, Sister Xue."

Mu Junyu reluctantly withdrew the venom, leaving one last sentence in Qian Renxue's ear.

"Next time... I will let you experience an even more wonderful feeling."

The black-purple halo receded like a tide, condensing once again into the form of Mu Junyu.

Qian Renxue's legs went weak, her golden eyes filled with complex emotions... anger, shame, and a trace of something she herself was unwilling to admit... anticipation.

"You... you..."

Her voice trembled, yet she could not find the right words to describe this detestable brat.

Mu Junyu blinked his eyes with an expression of pure innocence.

"Sister Xue looks so beautiful when she blushes."

Yue Guan watched the two of them, unaware of what had just transpired. He had practiced with Mu Junyu before, and the experience had been fine; there was nothing unusual about it...

"Your Highness, regarding your second spirit ring, do you have any thoughts?" Yue Guan elegantly brushed non-existent dust from his sleeves, a golden chrysanthemum spinning at his fingertips.

"Did the Pope give any specific instructions?"

Mu Junyu put away his playful expression and spoke seriously.

"My teacher and I discussed it. My spirit development path will not be purely support-oriented, as my first spirit skill already possesses a highly offensive nature."

He raised his hand, and a wisp of purple-black liquid swirled in his palm.

"My first spirit skill came from the Yao Xiang Flower. At the time, both my master and I thought it would be a group support skill, but..."

"My first spirit skill is Neurotoxin! It can release a wisp of venom to continuously weaken and damage the enemy."

"My second spirit skill should ideally compensate for my current shortcomings, such as long-range attacks or mobility."

Qian Renxue had calmed her emotions by now, and upon hearing this, she let out a cold snort.

"A support spirit dreaming of combat? Truly overestimating yourself."

Mu Junyu did not mind, instead flashing her a brilliant smile.

"Sister Xue is right, so Sister Xue must protect me~"

He deliberately emphasized the word "protect," causing Qian Renxue another bout of shame and annoyance.

Yue Guan nodded thoughtfully.

"Indeed, there is no need to choose a support path anymore."

He scanned the dense forest surrounding them.

"Then, a speed-type poison-attribute spirit beast would be a good choice... for example, a Hell Spirit Cat, or a Purple Shadow Marten?"

"I don't intend to stick to the poison attribute; I need to be more versatile, so I am more inclined toward a spirit beast that can provide long-range attack methods."

A glint of light flashed in Mu Junyu's eyes.

"For example, a Poison Arrow Snake? Or a Shadow Martial Cat!"

Yue Guan nodded thoughtfully.

The golden chrysanthemum at his fingertips paused slightly, and a flash of approval crossed his eyes.

"Shadow Martial Cat? Good eye."

He gently raised his hand, and a chrysanthemum petal carved a graceful arc through the air.

"The Shadow Martial Cat excels at concealment. When it attacks, it follows like a shadow, blending into the natural environment to launch fierce strikes on its target. It certainly fits your need for versatility."

Yue Guan's narrow phoenix eyes narrowed slightly.

"Moreover, if their Shadow Assault skill can be converted into a spirit skill, it will greatly enhance your speed and versatility."

Qian Renxue wanted to snap back at him.

A wisp of purple-black liquid silently seeped from his fingertips and slipped into the cuff of Qian Renxue's sleeve.

Qian Renxue's body stiffened. Just as she was about to lash out, she felt a warm current begin to circulate through the meridians of her arm. The familiar sensation of comfort left her momentarily speechless.

"You..."

Chapter 6: Hunting the Shadow Martial Cat

Qian Renxue's chest heaved violently with anger, fury flickering in her golden eyes.

Just as she was about to reprimand him, Mu Junyu widened his eyes and acted cute.

"Don't be angry, Sister Xue~"

Mu Junyu blinked his large eyes, looking completely innocent.

"I was just worried you were too tense."

"You!"

Qian Renxue gritted her teeth, golden spirit power gathering and dissipating in her hand.

She took a deep breath, forcing down her rage.

"Elder Ju, let's finish this quickly."

A hint of a smile flashed in Yue Guan's eyes, and the golden chrysanthemum in his hand suddenly burst into dazzling light.

With the powerful sensory abilities of a Titled Douluo, he quickly discovered the trail of a Shadow Martial Cat.

"Found it. Two miles to the northeast, a Shadow Martial Cat of about eight hundred years. It is perfect for your second spirit ring."

Yue Guan leaped lightly, his figure drifting gracefully into mid-air as his golden robes snapped in the wind.

He looked down at the two from above, his voice gentle yet brooking no argument:

"His Holiness the Pope has decreed that this soul hunt is primarily for training. Unless you encounter a life-threatening situation, I will not intervene."

The golden chrysanthemum at his fingertips spun slightly.

"Your Highness Xue, Holy Son Mu, this Shadow Martial Cat is left to you."

Qian Renxue frowned.

"Elder Ju, just relying on this brat..."

"Is Sister Xue worried that she won't be able to protect me?"

Mu Junyu suddenly interjected, his small hand naturally grabbing Qian Renxue's sleeve, his eyes flashing with a cunning light.

"But it doesn't matter, I will protect Sister Xue~"

"Who needs your protection!"

Qian Renxue shook off his hand, her golden wings unfurling abruptly behind her back.

"Keep up, and don't hold me back!"

Mu Junyu watched Qian Renxue's retreating figure as she flew off, a smile curling at the corners of his mouth.

His figure flickered, transforming into a streak of purple-black light as he followed closely behind.

Yue Guan gazed in the direction they had disappeared, shaking his head slightly: "It's so good to be young..."

Deep within the dense forest, the pitch-black Shadow Martial Cat seemed to sense danger, its eerie green eyes scanning the surroundings vigilantly.

Qian Renxue suppressed her aura and hid behind an ancient tree, making a gesture for silence to Mu Junyu as he arrived.

"Listen."