Chapter 113: Martial Soul Fusion Skill? Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda!
"Just as expected."
Bai Lu had already anticipated the resonance between the two.
"How did this happen?"
Zhu Zhuqing was completely confused.
"According to legend, the Beautiful Silk Tulip and the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid are a pair of mandarin duck immortal herbs."
Bai Lu explained slowly, "When condensing your soul core earlier, I gave you the Eight Petal Immortal Orchid, and now Ning Rongrong has taken the Beautiful Silk Tulip."
"So… because of the immortal herbs, she and I became 'lovers'?"
Zhu Zhuqing was utterly shocked.
Although she did quite like taking care of her…
She was certain her orientation was normal…
Eh, wait! That's not right!
Why does Ning Rongrong suddenly look more pleasing than before?
An illusion, it must be an illusion!
"They're called mandarin duck immortal herbs. Whether you become a pair or not is another matter, but finding each other more pleasing is completely normal."
Bai Lu rolled his eyes speechlessly.
It's not some love parasite; how could it have such an exaggerated effect?
He hadn't seen in the original story that after eating the immortal herb, Ning Rongrong became completely devoted to Oscar, either.
"That makes sense…"
Zhu Zhuqing let out a sigh of relief.
"Resonance is actually a good thing."
Bai Lu was quite optimistic about this:
"In theory, once she further digests the Beautiful Silk Tulip, the two of you might be able to develop a martial soul fusion skill."
"At that time, even if her soul power is low, she can still act as fusion material in critical moments."
"If that martial soul fusion skill can also merge with the Hell White Tiger, it might even double your peak combat power for a short time."
"Right! Ning Rongrong is finally useful!"
Zhu Zhuqing's eyes lit up.
With her current ability, even if her peak burst consumes a lot of soul power, she could still sustain it for ten to twenty seconds.
At that point, even if Tang Hao fully recovered or even broke through to rank 96, she could fight him!
And might not even lose!
However…
"Rongrong's leveling speed still seems a bit behind ours…"
Zhu Zhuqing felt troubled.
After Ning Rongrong eats the Beautiful Silk Tulip and increases her soul power level to rank 30, she then consumes Whale Rubber to enhance her physique and obtains high-year soul rings—
At most, she'll reach rank 40. After that, her leveling speed will drop from rocket speed back to high-speed rail.
"Rank isn't important. Don't worry."
Bai Lu didn't care much about ranks:
"Once I deal with twin martial soul and spirit soul issues, she'll catch up quickly."
"Looking forward to it!"
Zhu Zhuqing was genuinely curious whether spirit souls were really that powerful.
"Wow! I've reached rank 30!"
At this moment, Ning Rongrong's excited cheer rang out.
"Zhuqing, I love you so much!"
Feeling the abundant soul power within her body, she excitedly hugged Zhu Zhuqing and puckered her lips to kiss her.
"Y-why are you kissing me?"
A trace of shyness flashed across Zhu Zhuqing's face.
"We're both girls; what's the big deal?"
Ning Rongrong giggled, raising her mischievous hand toward Zhu Zhuqing's chest.
Then she was promptly rewarded with a flick on the forehead.
"Tap~!"
"Ow~ That hurts!"
"It's fine, it's fine."
Zhu Zhuqing expressionlessly rubbed the girl's head:
"Check your martial soul first."
"Ugh! Zhuqing! You actually ambushed me…"
Ning Rongrong summoned her martial soul indignantly, her eyes instantly widening.
"One, two, three, four, five, six, seven… eight! Nine!?"
"N-Nine treasures?! It really evolved into the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda."
Ning Rongrong stared blankly at her glowing little pagoda, her eyes shimmering with tears.
"Zhuqing… I don't even know what to say. I really love you so much!"
With that, she spread her arms and pounced again.
"Alright, alright. It's getting late; go to sleep early."
Zhu Zhuqing sidestepped smoothly, grabbed Ning Rongrong by the back of her neck, and walked toward the door.
"Let go of me! Zhuqing, don't throw me out; I want to sleep here with you!"
Ning Rongrong struggled hard, but it was useless.
Just as she was about to be tossed out, she had a sudden idea and shouted:
"Don't throw me out! I want to cultivate with you!"
"Cultivate? Sure!"
Zhu Zhuqing paused and released her.
"Zhuqing, I knew you loved me… uh!"
Ning Rongrong rubbed her neck and was about to move closer shamelessly.
Suddenly, a powerful pressure descended on her body.
Gritting her teeth, she asked with difficulty:
"Zhuqing… what are you… doing…"
"Didn't you want to cultivate? It's already started."
Following Bai Lu's instructions, Zhu Zhuqing leaned by the window under the moonlight and released Soul Ancestor-level pressure onto Ning Rongrong.
"Pressure training method, personally tested and effective."
"Focus your mind, gather your essence, circulate your soul power, and try to digest the medicinal power of the Beautiful Silk Tulip."
"Waa… okay!"
Ning Rongrong was on the verge of tears.
She just wanted to cuddle and build an emotional connection with Zhu Zhuqing.
She was lazy; she didn't want extra training!
Zhu Zhuqing knew this well.
But to eliminate future trouble, she still decided to be strict.
After all, the one in her heart had already begun urging her.
"Crying? That counts as time, too!"
"Like being a lightbulb? I'll make you shine!"
Bai Lu glared fiercely at Ning Rongrong, who was blocking his "mining," and urged:
"Kitty, are you looking down on the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda? What's the use of Soul Ancestor pressure? Just unleash Soul King pressure directly!"
Zhu Zhuqing's gaze sharpened.
"Uh! Hah!"
The sudden increase in pressure made Ning Rongrong's eyes widen as she gasped for breath.
Ten minutes later, the pressure was lifted.
"Ah!"
Ning Rongrong's legs went weak, and she collapsed to the ground.
"Not bad."
Zhu Zhuqing evaluated thoughtfully.
"Rest for ten minutes, then continue."
"Um… how about we continue another day, Zhuqing…"
Ning Rongrong barely lifted her head, looking weakly at the girl.
"No! Cultivation cannot be careless. Since you're so motivated, I must satisfy you in one go!"
Zhu Zhuqing transformed into a strict instructor, saying seriously:
"Next, I'll have you try breaking your limits!"
"Ah~!"
Ning Rongrong clutched her head, collapsing in despair.
An hour later…
"Still continuing?"
"N… no more…"
"Then tomorrow night?"
"L-let me go…"
Ning Rongrong, completely exhausted, crawled out of the room without even turning back.
"This Rongrong…"
The scene made Zhu Zhuqing smile faintly.
"Bang!"
As soon as the door closed, Zhu Zhuqing turned and fell into Bai Lu's embrace.
"The lightbulb is finally gone… I've worked so hard these days. How are you going to reward me?"
Bai Lu lowered his head, touching his forehead against hers as he softly asked.
"Mua!"
The girl wrapped her arms around his neck and stood on tiptoe, gently pressing against him.
"Is this enough?"
Her voice echoed in his heart.
Their eyes met, her gaze sparkling brighter than stars.
"Of course… not enough."
Bai Lu supported her head with one hand and wrapped his arm around her waist.
With a flash, he carried her toward the bathroom.
"You've worked hard in battle today. Let me help you clean up."
"Isn't this inappropriate…"
Her voice trembled slightly.
"What's inappropriate? It's not the first time anyway."
Bai Lu gently caressed her, "Right now, you are so perfect."
"What perfect? It's all your fault; I've grown again!"
She turned her head away, slightly annoyed.
"That's a thing?!"
Bai Lu immediately said seriously, "I'll help you fix that properly!"
"No!"
The girl resisted stubbornly, but before long, she curled up like a little kitten in Bai Lu's arms, gently rubbing against his chest.
The shower sprayed, water splashing noisily.
As the droplets fell, the night passed in silence.
End of Chapter