Zhu Zhuqing

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Zhu Zhuqing (朱竹清)
Gender	Female
Affiliation	Formerly Shrek Academy group; member of Imperial Heaven Dou Team One/Heaven Dou Royal Academy’s tournament team; resides with Xia Yan and Ning Rongrong at the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect
Occupation/Role	Agility-attack-type Soul Master
First Appearance	36

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Level 29	77	Her cultivation level before absorbing the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone.
Level 30	77	The Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone raises her directly from level 29 to 30, qualifying her to obtain a new Soul Ring 77.
Third Soul Ring — 2,500-year Shadow Panther	82	Absorbs a Soul Ring substantially above the ordinary third-ring benchmark of roughly 1,700 years; her enhanced physique from Whale Rubber and the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone lets her endure it 82.
Level 37	82	Advances to level 37 after absorbing the Shadow Panther’s Soul Ring 82.
20,000-year Wolf Bandit Spirit Bone	173	Receives a Wolf Bandit Spirit Bone personally hunted by Xia Yan. Although lower in age than Ning Rongrong’s and Xiao Wu’s tournament rewards, Xia Yan considers it more suitable for Zhu Zhuqing’s Netherworld-type abilities and promises to obtain a superior Spirit Bone for her later 173 174.

Appearance

Zhu Zhuqing is described as a striking young woman with black pupils and a notably proud bearing. She wears a camellia-colored outfit during her time with Xia Yan and Ning Rongrong. 77 82

• Beautiful eyes and black pupils 37 82
• A reserved but elegant appearance that draws attention from others 39
• Her complexion becomes fairer after absorbing the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone 77
• She is described at Heaven Dou Royal Academy as having snow-white skin, an icy and aloof bearing, and a flawless appearance likened to a fairy descended from another world 102.
• She has worn understated, light-brown and off-white clothing while traveling with Xia Yan and Ning Rongrong, as well as a pale-cyan dress at Heaven Dou Royal Academy 51 102.
• During the Continental Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament, she wears a custom pale-gold uniform with Xia Yan and Ning Rongrong. 144
• Following Xia Yan's return, she wears a silver-white crescent-moon necklace engraved with both of their names 127.

Personality

Zhu Zhuqing is quiet, reserved, and slow to openly reveal her feelings. She remains indifferent when Dai Mubai attempts to provoke a reaction from her by admiring another girl, refusing to indulge his need for attention. 39

She is highly determined to improve herself. After Xia Yan explains that Soul Ring absorption limits are not fixed, she carefully considers his training methods and becomes more resolved to grow stronger. 37 Her curiosity also grows as she witnesses the effects of Whale Rubber, immortal herbs, and Xia Yan’s unusual cultivation knowledge. 77

Despite her reserved nature, Zhu Zhuqing is deeply loyal. She is willing to risk her life in an attempt to save Xia Yan from the Titan Giant Ape. 46 After joining Xia Yan and Ning Rongrong, she gradually becomes more expressive and smiles more often than before. 78 82

Although she can appear cold and aloof, Zhu Zhuqing is primarily inexperienced at handling close relationships rather than naturally indifferent. She becomes particularly shy around Xia Yan, yet openly admits that she missed him during his extended absence and deeply cherishes his personal gifts. 127

Zhu Zhuqing initially struggles with the emotional tension created by Ning Rongrong’s more direct affection for Xia Yan. However, she gradually learns to communicate her own feelings, accepts Xiao Wu as part of their family, and becomes increasingly secure in her relationship with Xia Yan. 78 174

Abilities & Skills

Hell Spirit Cat Martial Soul

Zhu Zhuqing possesses the Hell Spirit Cat martial soul, which supports her role as an agility-attack Battle Soul Master. Her fighting style centers on sudden acceleration, stealth, and close-range claw attacks. 27 87

• Hell Stab — She accelerates in an instant to launch a rapid close-range assault. 27
• Hell Hundred Claws — Her fingers become covered by a hard bony layer as she unleashes a barrage of claw strikes. 27

Enhanced Physical Constitution

Whale Rubber and the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone greatly strengthen Zhu Zhuqing’s physique and raise her Soul Ring absorption capacity. 62 77 82

• Absorbs the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone, gaining enough Soul Power to advance from level 29 to 30 77.
• Consumes Whale Rubber, which improves her physical constitution and supports higher-level Soul Ring absorption 62 82.
• Safely absorbs a 2,500-year Shadow Panther Soul Ring, despite ordinary third rings being around 1,700 years old 82.
• The Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone is especially suitable for her agility-attack path, strengthening her tendons and bones while significantly improving her speed. 72
• Her strengthened physique enables her to bear the 20,000-year Wolf Bandit Spirit Bone given to her by Xia Yan. 173 174

Netherworld Traverse

Zhu Zhuqing’s third Soul Skill, gained from the Shadow Panther, allows her to teleport between shadows. 82

• Instantly travels more than ten meters by moving through shadows 82.
• Can appear within an opponent’s shadow, attack, and retreat immediately 82.
• Soul Power consumption increases with teleportation distance 82.
• Particularly suited to her agility-attack fighting style 82.

Items

• Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone — Immortal herb provided by Xia Yan; elevates her from level 29 to level 30 73 77.
• Whale Rubber — Refined and consumed under Xia Yan’s guidance to improve her physical constitution 62.
• Shadow Panther Soul Ring — 2,500-year third Soul Ring that grants Netherworld Traverse 82.
• Crescent-Moon Necklace — A one-of-a-kind silver-white necklace given by Xia Yan after his return; its pendant is engraved with Zhu Zhuqing’s and Xia Yan’s names. 127
• Wolf Bandit Spirit Bone — A 20,000-year Spirit Bone Xia Yan hunted and gave to Zhu Zhuqing after the Soul Master Tournament. He considers it a better immediate match for her than the Emerald Sky Dragon torso bone and vows to find her a higher-quality replacement in the future. 173 174

Relationships

• Xia Yan — Training mentor, companion, and romantic partner. Zhu Zhuqing seeks his advice on cultivation, shops with him before entering the Star Dou Great Forest, and later leaves Shrek Academy to travel with him and Ning Rongrong. She risks her life to save him from the Titan Giant Ape, follows him to Heaven Dou Royal Academy, and cherishes the personalized necklace he gives her after his return. Following the Continental Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament, Xia Yan gives her a 20,000-year Wolf Bandit Spirit Bone and promises to find her an even better one. 36 37 40 46 51 53 61 127 173 174
• Ning Rongrong — Close companion and fellow recipient of Xia Yan’s cultivation resources. They absorb immortal herbs, obtain Soul Rings together, and celebrate Zhu Zhuqing’s successful Shadow Panther absorption. Their shared feelings for Xia Yan initially create tension, but Ning Rongrong comforts Zhu Zhuqing and the two gradually learn to navigate their relationship with one another. They later welcome Xiao Wu into their family-like relationship. 62 77 78 82 174
• Xiao Wu — Former Shrek companion and Xia Yan’s additional partner. Zhu Zhuqing reunites with Xiao Wu after the Soul Master Tournament and accepts her place alongside Xia Yan and Ning Rongrong without hostility. 173 174
• Dai Mubai — Zhu Zhuqing responds with indifference to Dai Mubai’s attempts to get her attention. During the tournament, Dai Mubai bitterly refers to her as his fiancée and condemns her decision to follow Xia Yan, demonstrating that he remains unable to accept her rejection. 39 158
• Chen Xin — Accompanies Zhu Zhuqing’s group to the Star Dou Great Forest and finds the 2,500-year Shadow Panther she uses for her third Soul Ring. 80 82
• Imperial Heaven Dou Team One — Meets the team during Xia Yan’s visit to its training grounds. Osler, whose Ghost Leopard martial soul and agility-attack role overlap with Zhu Zhuqing’s, views her as a potential threat to his place on the team. Zhu Zhuqing subsequently participates with the team in the Continental Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament. 86 87 144 172

Story Role / Major Arcs

Learning from Xia Yan

After witnessing Xia Yan’s instant victory over Gan Yue, Zhu Zhuqing approaches him to ask how he became so powerful. He emphasizes diligent training and strengthening one’s physical constitution. 36 She later seeks his guidance on surpassing conventional Soul Ring absorption limits and seriously considers his teachings. 37

Star Dou Great Forest Journey

Zhu Zhuqing travels with the Shrek group into the Star Dou Great Forest and confirms Zhao Wuji’s warning that an approaching threat is a snake. 40 During the ensuing crisis involving the Titan Giant Ape, she demonstrates exceptional loyalty by trying to save Xia Yan despite the danger. 46

Traveling with Xia Yan and Ning Rongrong

Following Xia Yan’s departure from Shrek Academy, Zhu Zhuqing leaves alongside him and Ning Rongrong. Her growing affection for Xia Yan becomes increasingly apparent, though she is more hesitant to express it than Ning Rongrong. 52 56 71 78

Zhu Zhuqing confirms that she will follow Xia Yan wherever he goes, and she, Xia Yan, and Ning Rongrong subsequently withdraw from Shrek Academy together. The three later settle at Heaven Dou Royal Academy and stay in Ning Rongrong’s villa at the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. 51 53 61 71

Immortal Herb and Third Soul Ring

Xia Yan gives Zhu Zhuqing the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone, which raises her to level 30. 73 77 Afterward, Chen Xin finds a 2,500-year Shadow Panther for her in the Star Dou Great Forest. Zhu Zhuqing absorbs its Soul Ring, reaches level 37, and gains Netherworld Traverse. 80 82

Heaven Dou Royal Academy

Zhu Zhuqing accompanies Xia Yan and Ning Rongrong when they visit Imperial Heaven Dou Team One. As a level-37 agility-attack Soul Master with the Hell Spirit Cat martial soul, she is recognized as a possible replacement for Osler due to their overlapping combat roles. 86 87

She later watches Xia Yan’s confrontation with Yu Tianheng alongside Ning Rongrong. The pair become highly admired at Heaven Dou Royal Academy, though neither shows interest in the students who pursue them because their attention remains fixed on Xia Yan. 102

Reunion with Xia Yan

After Xia Yan returns to Heaven Dou City following an extended absence, Zhu Zhuqing reunites with him and Ning Rongrong. Xia Yan gives her a custom crescent-moon necklace engraved with their names, which moves her deeply. She later accompanies Xia Yan and Ning Rongrong to a cliffside pavilion to discuss the changes in Heaven Dou City during his absence. 127 130

Continental Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament

Zhu Zhuqing joins Xia Yan, Ning Rongrong, and Imperial Heaven Dou Team One in representing Heaven Dou Royal Academy at the Continental Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament. Although Xia Yan overwhelmingly carries the team’s decisive battles, Zhu Zhuqing stands with the team during its final against Spirit Hall’s Golden Generation and shares in its championship victory. 144 172

After the final, Bibi Dong awards Xia Yan two exceptional Spirit Bones. Xia Yan gives the 50,000-year Spiritual Skull to Ning Rongrong and instead presents Zhu Zhuqing with a 20,000-year Wolf Bandit Spirit Bone that he personally obtained, explaining that it better suits her current abilities. 173

Reunion with Xiao Wu and Post-Tournament Life

After the tournament, Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong accompany Xia Yan to a hidden forest residence, where they reunite with Xiao Wu. They learn that Xiao Wu is also Xia Yan’s companion and that the Datura Snake and Jade Green Luan are genuine Soul Beasts rather than ordinary spirit manifestations. Zhu Zhuqing accepts Xiao Wu as family and agrees to protect this secret. 173 174

While Ning Rongrong absorbs her Spirit Bone, Zhu Zhuqing remains with Xia Yan to guard the treehouse. Xia Yan reassures her that the Wolf Bandit Spirit Bone is only a temporary improvement and that he will eventually provide her with a Spirit Bone of at least 60,000 years. 174

Following Xia Yan’s departure on a new mission, Zhu Zhuqing remains at the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect with Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu. When he returns after his time near Slaughter City, she reunites with him alongside the other two women. 175 183

Trivia

• Zhu Zhuqing’s third Soul Ring is deep purple in color. 82
• After meeting Xia Yan, she is noted to smile far more often than she did previously. 82
• She considers Xia Yan increasingly mysterious because of his knowledge of Whale Rubber, immortal herbs, and unusually high-level Soul Rings. 77
• The crescent-moon pendant of her necklace resembles the curved gleam of a cat’s paw, reflecting her Hell Spirit Cat martial soul. 127
• Xia Yan specifically selected the Wolf Bandit Spirit Bone for Zhu Zhuqing because he believed it was more compatible with her abilities than the 60,000-year Emerald Sky Dragon torso bone. 173