Zhu Zhuqing's Straightforward Confession! Dai Mubai Refuses!

Zhu Zhuqing was extremely excited now!

Naturally, the appearance of the Martial Soul Fusion Skill had given her tangible hope.

But more importantly...

Previously, the Hell White Tiger martial soul could emerge on its own, choose a martial soul, swallow it, and then return to First Hong's body to complete the Martial Soul Fusion Skill.

Zhu Zhuqing merely lost her martial soul, but she herself remained.

Did that mean...

The main body of this Martial Soul Fusion Skill could also be Zhu Zhuqing herself?

And First Hong had Four Spirits martial souls, yet he could only use one martial soul at a time.

Losing one martial soul in battle would not affect him at all.

What did that mean?

With First Hong, Zhu Zhuqing could enjoy the Martial Soul Fusion Skill's enhancement all to herself!!!

But if it was Dai Mubai?

Heh!

Since ancient times, the Zhu Family had merely been treated as "accessories" by the Royal Family.

Did she even need to choose between them?

Zhu Zhuqing's breathing quickened as she made up her mind.

She took a step forward, breaking the silence.

"First, I want to enter Dual Cultivation with you!"

First Hong ↓

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Was she really this bold and decisive in love?

She could even say Dual Cultivation out loud in public?

"Nine Color Goddess": Something's off about the streamer's expression. Did he misunderstand?

Huh?

Was there another misunderstanding?

Uh, could a big shot explain?

"Nine Color Goddess": The streamer really did misunderstand.

"Nine Color Goddess": In the martial soul world, Dual Cultivation means two people partnering up to cultivate, guiding and supporting each other.

First Hong ↓

(〒▽〒)

So this was a cultural difference. He had nearly made a fool of himself.

"Ahem!" First Hong said. "Dual Cultivation is certainly—"

"I don't agree!!!"

Dai Mubai finally snapped out of it. He strode forward and wedged himself between the two of them.

"Zhuqing, have you forgotten that we still have an engagement?"

"Didn't you come to Shrek to find me?"

"How can you fall for someone else now?"

The anticipation in Zhu Zhuqing's eyes instantly turned cold.

She said bluntly—

"When you cowardly chose to flee alone three years ago, did you ever consider that I, the one left behind, might be killed by them to vent their anger?"

"When I was tortured for three years and lived every day in trembling fear, where were you?"

"When I was being hunted and fled into the Star Dou Great Forest, facing danger after danger for three months, where were you?"

"You were drowning in luxury!"

"You were surrounded by women!"

"You were indulging in pleasure!"

"I came to Shrek to grow stronger, and you clearly cannot help me. Therefore, our engagement is already over."

The usually aloof Zhu Zhuqing had rarely spoken such a long stretch of words.

Yet every word pierced the heart, stabbing straight into Dai Mubai's chest!

His lips trembled a few times, but he was powerless to refute her.

"I admit that I was wrong back then."

"But aren't you here now?"

"We can start over! We can take revenge together! We can—"

Zhu Zhuqing raised a hand to stop him.

"That is merely your wishful thinking. I now have a better choice."

She walked around Dai Mubai and stood before First Hong.

"First, you've seen it too."

"I can state it plainly here: if you reject me, I will leave Shrek immediately and never appear again."

"You are my first choice, but there will be no second choice!"

"That scumbag does not deserve it!"

She was going all in.

Dai Mubai breathed like a broken bellows, yet he could not say a single word.

Zhu Zhuqing had made herself perfectly clear. Even if First Hong did not want her, she would never go back and settle for him.

What else was there to say?

It was all useless now.

Actually, there was still one way: challenge First Hong and use his strength to prove that he was the strongest.

But...

Four Spirits martial souls!!!

In yesterday's match, First Hong had only used his first two Soul Skills.

How was he supposed to fight that?

Dai Mubai walked dejectedly to one side, lowering his head in silence.

Everyone's gaze gathered on First Hong.

They waited for his answer.

First Hong indicated—

Wait a moment. He was a little busy.

"God of Speed": How dare that bastard say that?

"God of Speed": During those three years I was abandoned in the Star Luo Empire, I lived in nightmares every day! I didn't even dare close my eyes completely when I slept!

"God of Speed": And now he wants to talk to me about an engagement?

"God of Speed": Streamer, chop him to death for me! How much will it cost? I want him dead!!!

First Hong weighed it in his heart.

Among those willing to pay a high price to deal with Dai Mubai, the God of Speed ranked first.

Then there was Dai Mubai's imperial brother, but that guy would not even become a Titled Douluo in the future, so he could not offer much.

Dai Mubai's long-term value was far inferior to Tang San's.

How about...

Selling him off in one package for a fixed price?

"Nine Color Goddess": Zhuqing, calm down. Killing him would be letting him off too easily.

"Nine Color Goddess": Why not keep him by your side and let him watch the you of the past grow ever more radiant while he becomes increasingly insignificant?

"Nine Color Goddess": In the end, you become a god while he can only remain in the mortal world, growing old and dying amid regret and torment.

"Nine Color Goddess": Then give him a few Divine Trials and simply make sure he cannot pass them. That would be true suffering!

"Gasp—"

As expected of a former witch. What a vicious scheme!

The God of Speed was tempted as well.

"God of Speed": That sounds pretty good.

"God of Speed": Streamer, please make sure you carry out this plan on that guy!

User "God of Speed" sent a gift: "Narcissus Jade Bone" ×1

."Narcissus Jade Bone" ×1

."Narcissus Jade Bone" ×1

Another ten immortal herbs of the same kind. How could First Hong refuse?

Thank you for the reward, boss!

I'll definitely arrange it properly!

Does anyone have a Lovesick Heartbreak Red to send? Let me show you a good show ahead of time!

User "Nine Color Goddess" sent a gift: "Lovesick Heartbreak Red" ×1

"Nine Color Goddess": I can probably guess what you're planning. Hurry, hurry, hurry! I can't wait any longer!

Smart!

First Hong took out the Lovesick Heartbreak Red. It looked like nothing more than an ordinary little white flower, with a pitch-black stone attached beneath its stem.

It was utterly unremarkable.

Yet it made Tang San's eyes widen, and he involuntarily activated his Purple Demon Eyes!

"Lovesick Heartbreak Red?"

"A supreme divine treasure among immortal-grade medicinal herbs!"

Upon hearing his cry of surprise...

Everyone's first reaction was not curiosity, but dread!

Oh no!

This guy was about to start showing off again!

Tang San noticed nothing and continued on his own. "It also has a legendary story. A very, very long time—"

"Stop!"

First Hong waved a hand, cutting Tang San off before he could tell the story. That whole spiel would be too much of a waste of time.

He looked at Dai Mubai.

"Perfect, we have someone who recognizes it."

"Tang San, explain how this Lovesick Heartbreak Red is picked."

Tang San opened his mouth, feeling uncomfortable.

First Hong's tone made it sound as though he were his lackey?

But faced with everyone's questioning gazes, he could not lash out.

He could only explain—

"This flower is no ordinary item; it chooses its master."

"This Lovesick Heartbreak Red will only bloom for a deeply devoted person, using Essence Blood as the catalyst."

"If there is even the slightest hint of divided affection, then even if one coughs blood to death, they can forget about picking the flower."

"The price of picking it is steep, but as a Divine Immortal Herb, its medicinal effects are naturally astonishing."

"It can revive the dead, regrow flesh from bones, and if consumed by the living, it can reshape one's bones and physique. Even someone with Innate 0 Soul Power can obtain cultivation talent surpassing Innate Full Soul Power."

"As for Soul Power Level alone, it can raise it by at least ten levels!"

Even Tang San was moved by his own explanation, his eyes filled with "possessiveness."

But he hesitated, afraid that he would not be able to pick it.

After all, regarding Xiao Wu...

First Hong raised the Lovesick Heartbreak Red, and everyone's eyes followed it.

Then...

With just one sentence, he made the aloof Zhu Zhuqing bloom into a smile.

He said—