Chapter Summaries

She Long and Zhang Fei searched Sunset Forest for a powerful Soul Beast suitable for Zhang Fei’s third Soul Ring and found an adult Dark Gold Dreadclaw Bear estimated to be within his limit. She Long attacked it to cripple it, and the chapter ended as their battle began.

• She Long assessed Zhang Fei’s strength and agreed that a Soul Beast around four thousand years old would be his limit.
• She Long and Zhang Fei searched Sunset Forest for twelve days, rejecting several powerful Soul Beasts that were too young.
• She Long found tracks leading to a clearing where a Dark Gold Dreadclaw Bear was feeding on a Soul Beast corpse.
• She Long estimated the bear to be no more than four thousand years old, and Zhang Fei chose it for his third Soul Ring.
• She Long attacked the bear with his Snake Lance, but the bear blocked the strike with its claws and sent him preparing to fight at full strength.

Zhang Fei killed the Dark Gold Dreadclaw Bear and absorbed its Soul Ring, gaining an External Soul Bone and a powerful second Soul Skill. After reaching Soul Power Level 22, he and She Long headed back to Heaven Dou City.

• She Long weakened the Dark Gold Dreadclaw Bear, and Zhang Fei killed it by thrusting his spear through its eye.
• Zhang Fei absorbed the bear's purple Soul Ring and endured its violent Soul Power until he stabilized.
• An External Soul Bone emerged from Zhang Fei's right palm, and he named it the Heaven-Rending Claw.
• Zhang Fei tested his Soul Power and reached Level 22, then revealed his second Soul Skill, Dark Gold Dragon Claw Hand.
• Zhang Fei and She Long flew toward Heaven Dou City as twilight fell.

Zhang Fei returned from Sunset Forest with a Dark Gold Dreadclaw Bear soul ring, a breakthrough to rank twenty-two, and the Heaven-Rending Claw External Soul Bone. At Xue Ye’s victory banquet, Ning Rongrong drew him away from the hall and into the imperial garden.

• She Long reported that Zhang Fei had absorbed a three-thousand-five-hundred-year Dark Gold Dreadclaw Bear Soul Ring and reached rank twenty-two.
• Zhang Fei revealed his Heaven-Rending Claw, and Xue Qinghe warned him to keep the External Soul Bone secret.
• Xue Qinghe brought Zhang Fei to Xue Ye’s imperial palace victory banquet, where he spotted Ning Rongrong and Dugu Bo.
• Ning Rongrong teased Zhang Fei, persuaded him to leave the banquet, and led him to the imperial garden.

Zhang Fei beat Xue Beng after the prince and his lackeys insulted him and Xue Qinghe. The fight ended when Xue Xing arrived and accused Zhang Fei of committing violence in the imperial palace.

• Xue Beng blocked Zhang Fei and Ning Rongrong, insulted Zhang Fei's origins, and mocked his relationship with Xue Qinghe.
• Zhang Fei slapped Xue Beng twice for insulting Xue Qinghe, then fought off the prince's lackeys.
• Zhang Fei beat Xue Beng, striking him repeatedly until he was bruised and sprawled on the ground.
• Xue Qinghe, Xue Xing, Xue Ye the Great, Ning Fengzhi, Chen Xin, and Dugu Bo arrived as Xue Beng begged Xue Xing for help.
• Xue Xing glared at Zhang Fei and accused him of committing violence in the imperial palace.

After Xue Beng insulted Zhang Fei and Xue Qinghe, Xue Ye punished him and ordered him to apologize. Back at the Crown Prince's Residence, Zhang Fei committed himself to training, and She Long announced that he would begin fighting at the Heaven Dou Great Spirit Arena.

• Xue Qinghe checked whether Zhang Fei had hurt his hand, and a guard told Xue Ye how Xue Beng had provoked and insulted them.
• Xue Ye confined Xue Beng for three months, ordered him to copy the Imperial Laws one hundred times and pay Zhang Fei ten thousand gold soul coins, then made him apologize.
• Xue Qinghe reassured Zhang Fei and left the banquet holding his hand, while Ning Fengzhi and Ning Rongrong said their farewells.
• Zhang Fei trained voluntarily for half a month, growing eager to become stronger.
• She Long changed Zhang Fei's training plan, keeping his morning exercises and assigning him afternoon combat at the Heaven Dou Great Spirit Arena.

Zhang Fei registered at the Heaven Dou Great Spirit Arena and entered his first one-on-one exhibition match. The chapter ended as he and his opponent, Iron Mountain, were introduced to the crowd.

• Zhang Fei learned he had to earn a gold spirit badge and eagerly completed his morning training.
• Zhang Fei went to the Heaven Dou Great Spirit Arena, registered as a nine-year-old rank-22 assault-system battle spirit master, and chose the code name Dragon Travels the World.
• Zhang Fei signed up for a one-on-one exhibition match and waited in the contestants' lounge.
• A staff member matched Zhang Fei with Iron Mountain, a rank-26 spirit master on a three-match win streak.
• Zhang Fei followed the staff member to the third auxiliary spirit arena, where Iron Mountain and Dragon Travels the World were introduced.

Zhang Fei stunned the Great Soul Arena by revealing his Golden Dragon martial soul and defeating Iron Mountain in his first match. He collected his winnings, reported the result to She Long, and spent the evening with Xue Qinghe.

• Zhang Fei introduced himself as a level-twenty-two Soul Grandmaster and revealed his Golden Dragon martial soul and thousand-year second Soul Ring, shocking the arena and frightening Iron Mountain.
• Zhang Fei used Golden Armor Body to withstand Iron Mountain's Iron Arm Smash and then fought him head-on without using his second Soul Skill.
• Zhang Fei evaded Iron Mountain's exposed attack and struck him out of the arena, winning the match under the arena's rules.
• Zhang Fei collected ten Gold Soul Coins and one point from the female attendant at the front desk.
• Zhang Fei returned to the Crown Prince's Residence, reported his victory to She Long, and visited Xue Qinghe's study to pamper the little angel and share dinner.

After Zhang Fei earned thirty consecutive victories at Heaven Dou Great Spirit Arena, the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan demanded that the royal family hand him over. Xue Qinghe rejected Yu Luomian’s claim, leaving the dispute unresolved.

• Zhang Fei defeated his opponent to secure thirty consecutive victories and learned that his Silver Spirit Fighting Badge had reached 2,241 points.
• Zhang Fei noticed that people were watching him but felt confident that his ties to Xue Qinghe and Spirit Hall would protect him.
• Yu Yuanzhen sent his younger brother, Yu Luomian, to demand that Zhang Fei be returned to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.
• Yu Luomian told Xue Ye that Zhang Fei might be a lost clansman and demanded that the emperor send him back to the clan.
• Xue Qinghe angrily accused Yu Luomian’s clan of coveting Zhang Fei’s talent and falsely claiming him as a member.

Xue Qinghe and the Heaven Dou Imperial Family negotiated with Yu Luomian over the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan’s demand for Zhang Fei. They agreed to settle the dispute with a public battle in three days, with the Dragon Transformation Secret Technique at stake.

• Yu Luomian rejected Xue Qinghe’s objections and threatened the imperial family as he left the main hall.
• Prince Xue Xing proposed that Zhang Fei fight a Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan disciple of the same rank, and Xue Qinghe demanded the Dragon Transformation Secret Technique if the clan lost.
• Yu Luomian agreed to the wager after deciding to send Yu Tianheng, hoping the result would weaken Yu Tianheng’s standing against Yu Tianxin.
• Prince Xue Xing announced that Zhang Fei and Yu Tianheng would fight in three days at the Heaven Dou Great Spirit Arena, with the stakes publicly witnessed.

Zhang Fei prepared to face Yu Tianheng in a heavily publicized wagered battle at the Heaven Dou Great Spirit Arena. The challengers took the stage before a massive audience, and Yu Tianheng unleashed his Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon martial soul as the match began.

• Xue Qinghe told Zhang Fei about the court wager, and he confidently promised to defeat Yu Tianheng and claim the Dragon Transformation Secret Technique.
• During the three days before the match, Zhang Fei trained and adjusted his condition while the Great Spirit Arena promoted the contest throughout Heaven Dou City.
• Zhang Fei accompanied Xue Qinghe to the arena, where Ning Fengzhi, the Sword Douluo, Ning Rongrong, Yu Yuanzhen, and other dignitaries gathered to watch.
• The host introduced Yu Tianheng and Zhang Fei to the packed arena as the two challengers faced each other on the stage.
• Yu Tianheng released two yellow soul rings and summoned his Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon martial soul.

Zhang Fei faced Yu Tianheng in the Spirit Arena, where his Golden Dragon’s superior bloodline and resistance to lightning helped him withstand Yu Tianheng’s attacks. Zhang Fei turned the fight around with his Dark Gold Dragon Claw Hand, forcing Yu Tianheng onto the defensive.

• Yu Tianheng introduced his Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon martial soul and challenged Zhang Fei, who revealed his Golden Dragon and overwhelmed Yu Tianheng’s dragon aura.
• Yu Yuanzhen sensed the purity of Zhang Fei’s draconic pressure and silently decided the boy must not be allowed to live.
• Yu Tianheng charged first, but Zhang Fei met his punch head-on, and neither fighter gained much advantage.
• Yu Tianheng used Thunderclap Dragon Claw and Thunderous Force, but Zhang Fei blocked both attacks with Golden Armor Body and his lightning-resistant scales.
• Yu Tianheng launched a desperate barrage of punches, while Zhang Fei stood firm and waited for his opponent to tire.
• Zhang Fei activated Dark Gold Dragon Claw Hand and slashed Yu Tianheng’s clothes, forcing him to retreat and defend himself.

Zhang Fei defeated Yu Tianheng and claimed the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan’s Dragon Transformation secret technique. He studied its power and risks, then stayed inside the Crown Prince’s Residence to memorize it while wary of Yu Yuanzhen’s anger.

• Zhang Fei wounded Yu Tianheng and knocked him off the arena, where Yu Yuanzhen caught his unconscious grandson.
• Yu Yuanzhen suppressed his killing intent and handed over the secret technique after Xue Qinghe challenged him in front of the crowd.
• Zhang Fei collected the scroll and his prize money, then returned to the Crown Prince’s Residence with Xue Qinghe.
• Zhang Fei learned that Dragon Transformation could greatly strengthen a Soul Master whose Martial Soul had a true dragon bloodline, and realized his Golden Dragon made him a potential rival to the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan.
• Zhang Fei stayed inside the residence for five days, training and studying the secret technique while fearing Yu Yuanzhen’s retaliation.

After reaching Gold Spirit Badge rank, Zhang Fei was ambushed by three Soul Emperors hired by the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan. A mysterious black figure killed the assassins and carried Zhang Fei safely to the Crown Prince's Residence.

• Zhang Fei returned to the Heaven Dou Great Spirit Arena and advanced to a Gold Spirit Badge after more than ten days of fighting.
• On his way back to the Crown Prince's Residence, Zhang Fei entered a secluded alley and was surrounded by three masked Soul Emperor assassins.
• Zhang Fei used Golden Armor Body and Dark Gold Dragon Claw Hand to fight back, and his ultimate ice and fire neutralized the poison in his wound.
• The three Soul Emperors wounded Zhang Fei and pursued him as he tried to escape toward the Crown Prince's Residence.
• A black figure appeared, rescued Zhang Fei, and killed all three Soul Emperors without revealing any Soul Rings.
• The black figure carried Zhang Fei through the streets and rooftops, then entered the rear courtyard of the Crown Prince's Residence.

Zhang Fei woke after She Long stabilized his injuries, and Xue Qinghe summoned Ye Renxin to heal him. Fully recovered, Zhang Fei became captivated by Ye Lingling, stirring an unexpected flare of jealousy in Xue Qinghe.

• She Long revealed himself as Zhang Fei's grandfather and told Xue Qinghe that Zhang Fei's toxins had no effect on him, though his wounds needed a healing Soul Master.
• Xue Qinghe vowed to destroy the Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan, while Zhang Fei reflected that the arrogant clan lacked the strength to protect itself.
• Ye Renxin arrived at the Crown Prince's Residence with his granddaughter Ye Lingling and agreed to treat Zhang Fei.
• Ye Renxin used his Nine-Hearted Begonia to heal Zhang Fei's wounds and restore his injured meridians.
• Zhang Fei stared fervently at Ye Lingling after his recovery, and Xue Qinghe felt jealousy rise within her.

After Ye Renxin healed Zhang Fei, he teased Xue Qinghe about taking a crown princess, leaving her flustered. The next day, Xue Qinghe and her guards discussed sending Zhang Fei away from Heaven Dou City for his safety, and they began considering suitable academies.

• Ye Renxin healed Zhang Fei, and Xue Qinghe hosted him and Ye Lingling at a banquet.
• Zhang Fei admired Ye Lingling and thanked her, while Xue Qinghe glared at him jealously.
• Zhang Fei teased Xue Qinghe about needing a crown princess and suggested that the crown prince take consorts to avoid suspicion.
• Xue Qinghe, She Long, Ci Xue, and Zhang Fei discussed how to protect Zhang Fei from further attacks by keeping him away from Heaven Dou City.
• Xue Qinghe and the others considered sending Zhang Fei to a distant Soul Master Academy, and Zhang Fei began thinking of suitable schools.

Zhang Fei prepared to leave the Crown Prince’s Residence for Beast Academy under She Long’s protection, then diverted to the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well to strengthen himself before arriving. The chapter ended with Zhang Fei offering She Long a Soul Bone so She Long could better protect him.

• She Long proposed sending Zhang Fei to Beast Academy, and Xue Qinghe agreed to have She Long take him and win over Dragon Duke Meng Shu.
• Xue Qinghe and Zhang Fei said goodbye, with Xue Qinghe promising him a surprise when he returned stronger.
• She Long secretly escorted Zhang Fei out of Heaven Dou City, and Zhang Fei asked to stop at the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well to consume an immortal herb.
• At the well, Zhang Fei gave She Long the forty-thousand-year power-type right arm Soul Bone Xue Qinghe had once rewarded him.

Zhang Fei consumed two immortal herbs, greatly strengthening his body and spiritual power, while She Long absorbed a forty-thousand-year soul bone. They left for Balak City after Zhang Fei announced his plan to pursue a ten-thousand-year soul ring for his third ring.

• She Long absorbed the forty-thousand-year right arm soul bone and gained the Earth-Splitting Heavy Strike skill.
• Zhang Fei consumed the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum, advanced from level twenty-three to level twenty-eight, and forged the Indestructible Vajra Body.
• Zhang Fei consumed the Full Moon Wearing Autumn Dew, greatly increasing his spiritual power to nearly the Soul King realm.
• She Long confirmed Zhang Fei had a Soul King-level constitution, and Zhang Fei declared he would seek a ten-thousand-year third soul ring.
• She Long agreed to accompany Zhang Fei to hunt a ten-thousand-year soul beast after he reached level thirty, and they set off for Balak City.

She Long brought Zhang Fei to Beast Academy in Balak City and recruited Meng Shu and Chao Tianxiang into Spirit Hall. He left Zhang Fei in their care as a student, warning that Zhang Fei’s safety was crucial.

• She Long and Zhang Fei traveled to Balak City and went to Beast Academy to meet Meng Shu.
• Meng Shu and Chao Tianxiang welcomed She Long, who revealed that he had reached the ninety-fourth level.
• She Long invited Meng Shu and Chao Tianxiang to join Spirit Hall, and Meng Shu agreed to keep the arrangement private while continuing his usual activities.
• She Long asked Meng Shu to teach Zhang Fei and protect him, warning that Zhang Fei’s identity made his safety vital.

Zhang Fei demonstrated his extraordinary talent to Meng Shu and Chao Tianxiang, who promised to protect him and enroll him at Beast Academy. After She Long left for Heaven Dou City, Zhang Fei completed enrollment in the Advanced Class and received a secluded dormitory courtyard.

• Meng Shu and Chao Tianxiang witnessed Zhang Fei reveal his Golden Dragon martial soul and two Soul Rings, including a purple one, and vowed to protect him.
• She Long gave Zhang Fei his Elder Token and departed for Heaven Dou City.
• Meng Shu summoned Meng De and ordered him to enroll Zhang Fei in Beast Academy's Advanced Class.
• Meng De showed Zhang Fei around the academy and helped him complete registration and collect his uniform and dormitory key.
• Zhang Fei was assigned a quiet courtyard with a bedroom and meditation room at the back of the boys' dormitory area.

Zhang Fei met Meng Yiran, who showed him around Beast Academy and took him to lunch before leading him to his first Advanced Class combat session. The other eight students were waiting at the training ground and eyed the pair with hostility.

• Meng De gave Zhang Fei the Advanced Class schedule and explained the Special Class and the upcoming academy tournament.
• Meng Yiran introduced herself to Zhang Fei and agreed to take him to the cafeteria for lunch.
• Meng Yiran treated Zhang Fei to lunch, and he ate nearly every dish on the table.
• Meng Yiran led Zhang Fei to the Advanced Class training ground, where the other eight students watched them with unfriendly gazes.