Douluo Continent: Beginning with Signing in with Yan Lingji

After breakfast, the assembly bell rang, and the trio of girls, Zhu Zhuqing, Ning Rongrong, and Xiao Wu, walked over together.

Ning Rongrong wore a light yellow dress, walking on the far left. Zhu Zhuqing was dressed in a black gown, walking in the center. Xiao Wu, in a pink dress, strode gracefully on the right.

Each girl had her own unique beauty. Even Oscar and Ma Hongjun, who weren't used to seeing many beauties, were mesmerized. Even Zhao Ming, who had seen his fair share of beautiful women, found himself momentarily stunned, stealing a few extra glances.

Xiao Wu's legs were the slenderest and longest, and her hair the most elegant and smooth. Although today she had her hair tied in a long scorpion-tail braid, Zhao Ming knew how lovely it was from the many times he had helped brush it. The contrast between the Xiao Wu with braids and the Xiao Wu with her hair down was like night and day. But that gentle side of her, only he could truly appreciate.

Zhu Zhuqing's figure was impeccable—an angelic face paired with a devilish figure. The cold expression on her young face only added to her allure, making people feel an overwhelming desire to conquer her.

As for Ning Rongrong, with her background as the daughter of a great clan, she exuded a delicate charm that added to her petite figure. She had a lively, vibrant energy, combined with an air of nobility.

Noticing Zhao Ming's gaze lingering on them, Ning Rongrong puffed out her chest proudly, her lips curling up in satisfaction.

Zhu Zhuqing, however, lowered her head.

After returning early this morning, she had taken a hot bath and lay in bed, unable to sleep.

Memories of what Dai Mubai had done over the years slowly surfaced in her mind.

She remembered how, when she was young and naïve, hearing that she had a fiancé had filled her with excitement.

Back then, she had foolishly thought that having a fiancé meant someone would protect her, that she would no longer be bullied.

But she had been wrong. Her fiancé had never cared about helping her. It wasn't until she grew older, became more beautiful, and developed a desirable figure that he began to show any interest in her.

Although she knew that his concern was solely because of her appearance, she hadn't minded. Even the smallest bit of attention from him was enough for her.

Later, he had promised to elope with her, to escape from the Star Luo Empire to the Heaven Dou Empire, where they wouldn't be forced to cultivate, where they wouldn't be oppressed by their siblings. She had believed him then. But in the end, he had left her behind with nothing but a letter.

He had gone alone to Soto City, where he indulged in a life of debauchery. Yet, she still came to find him.

She had hoped that he could act like a man and face their destiny together. Was that too much to ask?

She didn't even expect him to protect her; she just wanted to improve her own strength. Was that so wrong?

Was his tolerance so small that a single accident was enough to shatter everything?

Her thoughts wandered to Zhao Ming.

The strong, gentle, and understanding Zhao Ming.

Spending last night with him had stirred something inside her, something that left her feeling confused and flustered.

As she was lost in thought, Xiao Wu sneaked up to Zhao Ming, playfully pinching his waist. The sudden jolt of pain snapped him out of his daze.

"You're still staring? If you keep looking, your eyes will fall out," Xiao Wu teased with a mischievous grin.

Zhao Ming turned to face her, "How could I not? I was looking at my dear Xiao Wu. You look absolutely stunning today—I can't take my eyes off you."

"Oh really?" Xiao Wu raised her eyebrow, a hint of suspicion in her voice.

"Of course! How could I look at anyone else when my Xiao Wu is so beautiful?" Zhao Ming said with a smile, trying to divert attention.

"Is that so? Then why were you staring at Zhuqing so intently earlier? And don't think I didn't notice—she didn't come back to the dorm last night. Were you two together?" Xiao Wu whispered into his ear with a sly grin.

Zhao Ming's expression froze for a moment, and he coughed awkwardly.

"I knew it," Xiao Wu pouted, clearly annoyed.

"I can explain later," Zhao Ming quickly replied.

"Explain? Who needs an explanation?" Xiao Wu teased, "I think you should just accept Zhuqing, and while you're at it, take Rongrong too. That way, I'll have more sisters to hang out with."

Zhao Ming almost choked on his breath. Of all the things he had expected Xiao Wu to say, this was certainly not one of them.

Most women would fight tooth and nail against the idea of sharing their partner with others.

But Xiao Wu...she was encouraging him to gather more?

He was beyond moved. Such a perfect partner was truly rare in the world. If they weren't standing in the middle of the training grounds, he might have swept her into his arms to show his gratitude.

Seeing the tenderness in Zhao Ming's eyes, Xiao Wu giggled.

After six years together, she knew Zhao Ming inside and out.

Zhao Ming was undoubtedly a bit of a scoundrel when it came to women. No matter how possessive she might be, she could never fully control him.

And he was so exceptional that it was only a matter of time before Zhu Zhuqing and Ning Rongrong fell for his charms.

She had observed them closely over the past few days, and it was clear to her that both Zhuqing and Rongrong looked at Zhao Ming differently.

So, instead of resisting the inevitable, it was better to accept it. By showing understanding and being magnanimous, Zhuqing and Rongrong would not only feel indebted to her but would also be less likely to challenge her position. Living in the same dorm with Ning Rongrong meant they would eventually become close friends, and when that happened, Xiao Wu would naturally become the "big sister" among them.

In the future, if there were ever any disputes about status or recognition, with her sisters by her side, those problems would be much easier to handle.

Alone, even though she had known Zhao Ming the longest, it would be difficult to secure her place in his heart. After all, her rivals were too formidable: Bi Ji, Yan Lingji, and the newly introduced Tu Shan Yaya, all of whom were slightly more powerful than her.

Although she was confident that her beauty would eventually match theirs, she was still too young at the moment. Besides, who knew what the future held? Having a few sisters to support her would help her solidify her position.

Furthermore, by showing understanding now, Zhao Ming would feel guilty toward her, making her hold even more sway in his heart.

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𝙄 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙖 𝙢𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙢𝙮 𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙚 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙟𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮. 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙖 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙙𝙞𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚!

𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼:

• 𝙅𝙘𝟭𝟮𝟬𝟮

• 𝘼𝙝𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙟𝙖𝙝

• 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗼𝗯 𝗠𝗼𝗲𝗲

𝗔𝘀 𝗮 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻, 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘂𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸:

• 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀: 𝙂𝙚𝙩 𝟭𝟴𝟱+ 𝙖𝙙𝙫𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙤𝙛 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙚𝙡𝙨𝙚.

• 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁-𝗢𝘂𝘁: 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙚𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙖 𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙨 𝙖 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩!

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗺𝘆 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝘀 𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆. 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗲𝘁, 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝘀!

👉 𝙅𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙣𝙤𝙬: 𝙥𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙤𝙣.𝙘𝙤𝙢/𝙂𝙤𝙙𝙊𝙛𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧

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𝙒𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧 𝙤𝙛 𝘾𝙝𝙖𝙩𝙂𝙋𝙏 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙢𝙮 𝘼𝙙𝙫𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙩, 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙚𝙛𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙡𝙮 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙚 𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙨 𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙤 𝙀𝙣𝙜𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙝 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙝𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙣-𝙡𝙞𝙠𝙚 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙮, 𝙘𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙣𝙪𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙙𝙚𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙡. 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙦𝙪𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙤𝙡 𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙖𝙡 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙛𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙝𝙪𝙢𝙖𝙣 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙨, 𝙗𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙘𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙣𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚!

👉𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗽: 𝙋𝙖𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙤𝙣.𝙘𝙤𝙢/𝙂𝙤𝙙𝙊𝙛𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧/𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙥