Ning Rongrong
Douluo V: I, Cao De, Start by Winning Over Xiao Wu and Beating Up Tang San
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Biodata
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Ning Rongrong (宁荣荣) |
| Alias(es) | Rongrong; Princess Rongrong 13 26 |
| Gender | Female |
| Age | 12 at Shrek Academy’s entrance examination 13 |
| Affiliation | Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect; Shrek Academy 15 16 |
| Occupation/Role | Shrek Academy student; support Soul Master 14 15 |
| Family | Daughter of Ning Fengzhi 15 26 |
| Martial Soul | Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda 14 |
| Soul Power | Rank 27 at admission 13 |
| Status | Alive; at Shrek Academy during Cao De’s travels 40 |
| First Appearance | Shrek Academy entrance examination 13 |
Power Progression
| Stage / Realm / Level | Chapter | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Rank 27 | 13 | Recorded by the soul-power testing crystal during Shrek Academy’s entrance examination, when she is twelve years old. |
| First and second soul skills demonstrated | 14 | Uses Strength and Speed to enhance Cao De and Zhu Zhuqing during the test against Zhao Wuji. |
Background / History
Arrival at Shrek Academy
Ning Rongrong arrives at Shrek Academy alongside Tang San, whose hidden weapons initially interest her. She abandons that interest after becoming attracted to Cao De and repeatedly distances herself from Tang San. Cao De’s rank-39 soul power strengthens her admiration 13.
During the final entrance test, she follows Cao De rather than Tang San’s proposed formation and supports Cao De and Zhu Zhuqing with her martial soul. Afterward, she praises Cao De and asks Xiao Wu whether he likes anyone, initially believing Xiao Wu to be his younger sister 14 15.
When Yu Xiaogang orders Cao De to kowtow for arriving late, Rongrong openly challenges him. His response—calling her a spoiled princess and a decorative vase—reduces her to tears. Cao De attacks Yu Xiaogang and comforts her, reassuring her that her effort is genuine 16.
Star Dou Great Forest
Rongrong becomes close friends with Xiao Wu during the journey to the Star Dou Great Forest. Both discuss their dislike of Tang San’s unwanted attention 19.
When the Titan Giant Ape appears, Rongrong refuses to abandon Cao De and Xiao Wu. Despite being frightened, she continues granting enhancements. After the ape carries them away, she rejects Zhao Wuji’s order to retreat and searches for them with Zhu Zhuqing 21 22.
The search leaves her arms scratched and her skirt torn. Upon finding Cao De, she tearfully embraces him. She then learns that Xiao Wu is his lover rather than his biological sister 24.
Confession and Cao De’s Departure
After drinking at the Chrysanthemum Hotel, Rongrong wanders outside alone and is pursued by a five-ring Soul Master. Invoking her father and sect fails to deter him. Cao De intervenes and kills the attacker; afterward, Rongrong and Cao De confess their feelings for each other 26.
When Cao De announces a dangerous journey prompted by his martial soul, Rongrong asks to accompany him, but he refuses because of the risks. Before leaving, he asks her to arrange sect protection for Xiao Wu if anyone attempts to capture her. Rongrong already knows Xiao Wu is a soul beast and promises to look after her 30 32.
Rongrong remains at Shrek Academy with Xiao Wu during his absence 40.
Appearance
- Has large eyes described as gemlike 26 30.
- Wears a skirt during the forest expedition; it becomes tattered while she searches for Cao De 24.
- Owns two decorative hairpins that combine into a concealed Storage Soul Tool 27.
Personality
Rongrong is proud of her position within the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and accustomed to attracting suitors. She bluntly rejects attention she does not welcome, particularly from Tang San and Oscar. She also invokes her sect’s authority when Zhao Wuji threatens to force her to retreat 15 18 21.
Her pride coexists with sensitivity about being dismissed as merely ornamental. Yu Xiaogang’s accusation that she is a “vase” deeply hurts her, and she insists that she works hard. Her decision to support and search for Cao De despite the Titan Giant Ape demonstrates loyalty even when she is visibly terrified 16 21.
With trusted companions, she is mischievous and teasing. She joins Xiao Wu in pressuring Cao De to choose between them and later jokes that he may be pursuing another girl during his travels. When Cao De appears unwell, however, she immediately becomes serious and demands an honest explanation 30 40.
Abilities & Skills
Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda
Her martial soul provides enhancements to allies rather than serving as the primary attacking force in the documented battles 14 21.
- First soul skill — Strength: Grants a strength enhancement; used on Cao De and Zhu Zhuqing during the entrance test 14.
- Second soul skill — Speed: Grants a speed enhancement alongside Strength during the same battle 14.
- Support under pressure: Continues enhancing her companions during the Titan Giant Ape encounter despite her fear 21.
Soul Tool Operation
- Uses soul power to retrieve objects from her jade bracelet 27.
- Combines two hairpins into a Storage Soul Tool and activates it with soul power 27.
Equipment / Weapons / Items
- Jade bracelet — Stores items, including the two hairpins 27.
- Paired hairpins — Join together to form a concealed Storage Soul Tool 27.
- Dagger — Carried at her waist and drawn during the attack outside the Chrysanthemum Hotel; it does not stop the five-ring attacker 26.
- Remote Sensing Mark — Secretly placed on her by Cao De. The single-use mark alerts his Laser Eyes when its bearer encounters danger 13.
Relationships
- Ning Fengzhi — Father. Rongrong invokes his name and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect when threatened 15 26.
- Cao De — Love interest and eventual boyfriend. Her initial admiration develops through his protection and reassurance; they mutually confess their feelings after he rescues her 13 16 26.
- Xiao Wu — Close friend who also loves Cao De. Their friendship includes occasional jealousy and playful rivalry; Rongrong accepts her soul-beast identity and promises to protect her 19 24 30 32.
- Zhu Zhuqing — Fellow student and search companion. Zhu Zhuqing comforts Rongrong after Cao De is carried away and accompanies her pursuit of the Titan Giant Ape 21 24.
- Tang San — Unwanted suitor and former source of interest in hidden weapons. Rongrong repeatedly rejects his familiarity and kicks him when he grabs her hand during the Titan Giant Ape encounter 13 14 19 21.
- Oscar — Fellow student who falls for her. She is unimpressed by his introduction and rejects his attempts to court her 15 18.
- Zhao Wuji — Teacher whose retreat orders she defies. His concern for her safety is strongly influenced by fear of her sect’s retaliation 21 28.
- Yu Xiaogang — Teacher she confronts over his treatment of Cao De. His insult attacks both her privileged background and her value as a Soul Master 16.
Notable Quotes
“Cao De, I... I'm not... a useless vase... I really do work hard.” 16
“If you dare lay a hand on me, be prepared to bear the wrath of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect!” 21
“Don't worry about Xiao Wu. I'll take very good care of her.” 32