If Zhu Zhuqing moving into this top-tier suite had only put a thorn in Dai Mubai's side before,
then that slap and those words had shown no mercy, grinding his face into the dirt.
Dai Mubai felt as though someone had plopped a bright green hat on his head.
He had always been the one putting hats on other people. Who could have guessed that one day he'd become the cuckold?
He was so furious that the golden hair on his head stood on end. His level 37 Soul Power surged, making his hair as stiff as steel needles.
"Do you know what you're saying? Don't forget who you are!"
"If my father and the others find out, not only will that Qin Jiuxiao suffer, but your Zhu Family will be implicated too."
"If you don't want your Zhu Family dragged down because of you, then from now on, you'd better stay by my side and do whatever I tell you."
"As long as your surname is Zhu and you're part of the Zhu Family of the Star Luo Empire, you'll never escape my grasp."
Dai Mubai's lecherous gaze swept over Zhu Zhuqing. Her curvaceous figure sent the Evil Fire within him roaring.
He never would have guessed that after a few years apart, this woman would have developed so beautifully.
If only he'd known, he would have sweet-talked her back then, making a few empty promises.
By now, he might have already gotten to enjoy her charms.
Dai Mubai's words made Zhu Zhuqing shudder.
She knew Qin Jiuxiao was exceptionally talented, but Dai Mubai was still a prince of the Star Luo Empire.
Even a Titled Douluo wouldn't dare make an enemy of the Star Luo Empire lightly.
If she stayed by his side, would she bring trouble down on Qin Jiuxiao?
She didn't want to cause Qin Jiuxiao any trouble. She was afraid of ruining the image he had of her.
Zhu Zhuqing stared at Dai Mubai in utter disgust, her voice as cold as ice.
"Don't even think about it."
"I'd rather like a woman than end up with trash like you."
"You were so scared of Dai Weisi that you fled to the Heaven Dou Empire in the middle of the night. You've been cowering in this little city for years. I bet you've spent every day trembling in fear."
"Instead of going after my Zhu Family, don't you think Dai Weisi would be the first to die if I revealed where you were hiding?"
A flash of fear crossed Dai Mubai's eyes.
If Dai Weisi really found out where he was, he would probably send assassins after him that very night.
Once Dai Mubai was dead, no one could threaten Dai Weisi's claim to the throne.
Compared to the throne, going after the Zhu Family was indeed beneath Dai Weisi's notice.
Inside the room, Zhu Zhuyun looked surprised. She hadn't expected her seemingly simple-minded little sister to be so clever.
It seemed she really had underestimated her all these years.
But now she had already given Qin Jiuxiao her most precious gift.
After experiencing the sweetness of this life, she had no wish to return to the Star Luo Empire, where the sisters were forced to fight one another.
"Dai Mubai, from now on, we have nothing to do with each other. We'll live our own lives and stay out of each other's way."
"From now on, I'm just the Soul Master Zhu Zhuqing of the Douluo Continent."
"Don't provoke me, and don't go looking for trouble with Young Master Qin."
"Otherwise, I'll make sure you die a horrible death."
Zhu Zhuqing's threat made Dai Mubai's face turn red, then green, until it twisted almost beyond recognition.
He roared in outrage, "What's so great about that useless piece of trash that you care so much about him?"
"I'm already level 37. Can't you see how talented I am?"
"How can he compare to me?"
"He's nothing but trash who hasn't even obtained his Second Soul Ring."
Zhu Zhuqing's expression finally darkened.
If Young Master Qin was trash, then who on the whole continent could be called a genius?
Besides, Young Master Qin had saved her and treated her injuries. She would never let anyone slander him to his face.
"You mangy golden-haired tiger, I can't stand to watch you pester her any longer!"
Just as Zhu Zhuqing was about to speak, a voice rang out from around the corner.
A fair-skinned girl in a custom-made long dress strode over, her little leather shoes tapping against the floor.
Her air of nobility made it obvious that she came from a wealthy family.
"Exactly. I can't stand watching this either."
Another girl, wearing a pink dress with two rabbit ears atop her head, came over angrily.
Judging by her expression, you'd think she was the one who'd been wronged.
The newcomers were Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu.
Who would have thought that this unexpected turn of events would bring Shrek's three beauties together ahead of time?
Xiao Wu came to Zhu Zhuqing's side, stood in front of her, and pointed at Dai Mubai's nose as she scolded him:
"You filthy tiger, I haven't even settled the score with you over what happened this afternoon, and now you're harassing another girl!"
"I'm going to teach you a good lesson today!"
Ning Rongrong was a Little Demoness by nature, and she never passed up a chance to watch the excitement. She waved her hand and stepped in front of Zhu Zhuqing.
"Count me in."
Zhu Zhuqing had been staying at the Rose Hotel for several days.
She had seen Xiao Wu during the day and knew that Dai Mubai had clashed with her and Tang San.
But Xiao Wu was only a Soul Grandmaster. She was no match for Dai Mubai.
Zhu Zhuqing had never met Ning Rongrong, but since they were standing up for her, she didn't want either of them getting hurt on her account.
Zhu Zhuqing grabbed Xiao Wu and Ning Rongrong.
"Thank you both for standing up for me."
"But this is between him and me. Don't get dragged into it and hurt yourselves."
Xiao Wu, however, was loyal to the core. She wasn't moved, and stayed in front of Zhu Zhuqing.
She patted her already tiny chest and promised with complete confidence:
"Don't worry. As long as I'm here, he won't get his way."
Ning Rongrong was just as undaunted. She lifted her chin, looking every inch the imperious Little Demoness:
"Here in the Heaven Dou Empire, there aren't many people who'd dare lay a hand on me."
"Just leave it to me."
They had barely finished speaking when a blue-clad youth hurried over from not far away.
Dai Mubai glanced at him and said coldly, "Tang San, take your girl and get out of here."
"If she keeps getting in my way, don't blame me for being ruthless."
A shadow crossed Tang San's eyes. Dai Mubai had dared threaten him.
He'd chosen the Path to Death.
But Tang San drew a deep breath and concealed his anger.
"Xiao Wu, this is their business. We shouldn't get involved. Come on, let's go."
Tang San held out his hand to Xiao Wu, wanting her to leave with him.
After their fight that afternoon, Tang San knew Dai Mubai was strong. Dai Mubai had also invited him to attend Shrek Academy.
That was the place his teacher had told him to go.
They might be classmates in the future, so it wouldn't be wise to sour their relationship.
But Xiao Wu, who had lived in the Star Dou Forest for years, wasn't about to listen to that.
She and Da Ming and Er Ming had grown up by helping one another.
Now someone was being bullied right in front of her. How could she just stand by?
"Third Brother, I hated that guy's eyes this afternoon. If all the students at that school are like him, I'd rather not go."
At Xiao Wu's words, Tang San was caught between two minds.
On one side was Xiao Wu, whom he regarded as his little sister. On the other was a future classmate whose goodwill he needed to maintain, since his teacher had told him to attend the academy.
Xiao Wu was important, but so was following his teacher's instructions.
For a moment, he couldn't make up his mind.
Xiao Wu saw it all, and a flicker of disappointment crossed her face.
Dai Mubai had just called her his girl. Could Tang San really not have heard him?
Even then, he still wasn't standing up for her.
So how much of those vows they'd made back then had been true, and how much had been a lie?
Without realizing it, a crack appeared in the perfect image Xiao Wu had of Tang San.
This had also helped Qin Jiuxiao, albeit unintentionally.
If Qin Jiuxiao had known, he would have given Dai Mubai a thumbs-up.
If you know how to talk, then keep talking.
Later, when she took the little kitten to a hotel, she could make him pay for the room. That way, he'd get to feel involved too.
"I'll say it one last time!"
"Get out of my way. Stop interfering!"
Dai Mubai's Soul Rings lit up, and a White Tiger shimmering with golden light appeared behind him.
Two yellow Soul Rings and one purple Soul Ring revolved around him.
Just as Xiao Wu and Ning Rongrong were about to summon their Martial Souls,
a voice laced with a cold laugh rang out, drawing closer.
"You dare lay a hand on one of my people here in Suotuo City, Dai Mubai? Have you forgotten how to spell the word 'death'?"
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