Chapter 141: Call Me Shishu! Qian Renxue's Submission!
"For this? You endured for so many years?"
After listening, Zhu Zhuqing's cool, delicate face was filled with astonishment.
She was genuinely shocked.
Shocked by Qian Renxue's earth-shattering "wisdom"!
Back then, when she fled the Star Luo Empire, she had initially planned to find Dai Mubai, because only by defeating Dai Weisi and Zhu Zhuyun could she live openly and freely.
But Qian Renxue, as the young lady of Spirit Hall, had awakened a god-level martial soul.
Gifted beyond measure, she could have focused solely on cultivation and reached the pinnacle of power.
Yet, instead, she chose to waste her talent and energy on schemes to usurp a nation, squandering her top-tier potential.
With her straightforward mindset, Zhu Zhuqing simply could not understand Qian Renxue's way of thinking.
In her view, if Qian Renxue cultivated with full effort, she would surely break through to the Titled Douluo level soon.
With her status, seizing Bibi Dong's position as Pope would not be difficult.
After becoming Pope, she could lead the six worship elders to unify the continent.
Crushing everything openly with strength—wouldn't that be better than this grand scheme of usurpation?
"Little Kitty, you're right!"
Within the spiritual sea, Bai Lu affirmed the girl's thoughts:
"In a transcendent world, possessing transcendent power is everything!"
"Moreover, Spirit Hall itself is already the strongest organization on the continent. There's no need to take the long way around with these petty tricks."
"My brain isn't that 'sharp.' I can't come up with such 'brilliant' plans."
Zhu Zhuqing deeply agreed, feeling grateful for the first time that she wasn't overly clever.
Seeing Zhu Zhuqing standing there in a daze, Qian Renxue thought she had been intimidated by her determination and perseverance.
She grew even more smug and declared loudly:
"What? Shocked by my unwavering will?"
"I am indeed shocked."
Zhu Zhuqing nodded seriously, her tone sincere:
"I don't understand your choice, but I'm deeply shaken."
"Hmph, just know the gap between you and me!"
Qian Renxue snorted, resuming her arrogant posture as she declared:
"So you'd better give up resisting early. Once I take control of the Heaven Dou Empire, my next step will be to personally conquer you!"
"We'll talk about that later, martial niece."
A trace of disdain flashed in Zhu Zhuqing's eyes.
If she were ever conquered by something like this, Bai Lu would laugh at her for a lifetime.
"What did you call me?!"
Qian Renxue's eyes widened as she instantly exploded.
"Martial niece!"
"How dare you call me that?!"
Qian Renxue slammed the desk, glaring at Zhu Zhuqing. "Call me Young Lady!"
"Bang!"
Zhu Zhuqing copied her and slammed the table as well.
With slightly too much force, the desk shattered into fragments.
But her expression tightened, her aura becoming even more imposing:
"Watch your attitude. I am your Shishu!"
{T/N: "Shishu (师叔)" can be translated as "Martial Uncle," but since Zhuqing is female, using "Martial Uncle" may feel awkward. Therefore, I have used the original Chinese term "Shishu," which is a gender-neutral form of address.}
"I'm older than you! Why should I call you Shishu?!"
Qian Renxue trembled with anger, her face flushing again.
"My seniority is above yours, and my level is higher too."
Zhu Zhuqing spoke firmly, completely justified.
"It's perfectly reasonable for you to call me Shishu. There's nothing embarrassing about it!"
"..."
Qian Renxue was rendered speechless, only able to retort stubbornly:
"Don't think I'm really afraid of you!"
"If you've got the ability, let's fight again and settle the winner!"
As soon as she finished speaking, her Six-Winged Angel martial soul instantly possessed her. Soul rings lit up, and golden light surged.
She looked ready to erupt into battle.
"Just you?"
Zhu Zhuqing's cold eyes shifted slightly as her left hand glowed faintly.
Without even using martial soul possession, she directly activated a soul bone skill:
Gravity Swamp!
"Whoosh!"
In an instant, terrifying gravity descended upon Qian Renxue like a massive mountain pressing down on her.
"Ugh! Just… just me…!"
Qian Renxue's face turned red, her entire body tensed, her expression growing more ferocious.
"Still stubborn?"
With a thought, Zhu Zhuqing increased the gravity even further.
"Ugh!"
Qian Renxue went completely wild, letting out a low roar.
In her rage, she erupted.
Then she was mercilessly suppressed by gravity, unable to move at all.
"Call me Shishu."
Zhu Zhuqing walked slowly up to her, looking down from above with a commanding gaze.
"I won't!"
Qian Renxue turned her head away forcefully.
Her eyes were stubborn and unyielding; her cheeks flushed red.
Seeing her pride, Zhu Zhuqing was about to let her go.
But Bai Lu's voice rang out at just the right moment—
"Let go of that girl, let me handle it!"
"?"
Zhu Zhuqing was momentarily stunned but still stepped aside obediently, watching Bai Mu take over.
The moment he took control, the girl's entire aura and gaze became far more aggressive.
Bai Lu grabbed Qian Renxue's chin, forcibly turning her head to face him.
"Call me… Shishu!"
"I won't!"
Their eyes met, Qian Renxue's gaze flickering in panic, a strange sense of shame rising within her.
Her heartbeat inexplicably quickened.
She felt both embarrassed and furious, yet completely unable to resist.
"Not calling? Why not?"
Bai Lu applied slight pressure with his fingers, increasing the gravity as he teased.
"Do you dislike the title 'Shishu,' or do you dislike me?"
Qian Renxue's body stiffened. She tried to turn her head away but was completely restrained.
Biting her lip, she said tremblingly:
"I… don't like either…"
"Then what do you like? Tell me properly."
Bai Lu pressed slightly harder, his smile deepening.
That direct oppressive presence left Qian Renxue's mind blank, her heart racing wildly.
The strange feelings she had nearly forgotten surged back, growing uncontrollably.
Constantly breaking down her inner resistance.
"Go on~ If you don't say it, how would I know what you like?"
"Didn't you want to conquer me?"
"With how you are now, do you think you're worthy of conquering me?"
Step by step, Bai Lu pressed forward, making Qian Renxue feel suffocated.
Their foreheads touched, his cold yet authoritative eyes staring unblinkingly at her.
Her shame, embarrassment, and panic had nowhere to hide.
It was as if she were completely exposed, everything laid bare before him.
"I… I…"
She bit her lip hard, her eyes slightly reddened.
"What do you want to say?"
Bai Lu's tone was unusually calm.
She lowered her gaze, filled with grievance and unwillingness, and finally obediently called out:
"…Shishu."
"Xue'er, good girl."
Bai Lu rubbed Qian Renxue's head in satisfaction, though his tone and movements remained cold.
The heavy gravity left her almost unable to breathe.
"From now on, when you see me, do you remember what to call me?"
"Shi… Shishu…"
"What did you say? Louder; I didn't hear clearly."
"Shishu!"
"Right! That's correct, call me Shishu!"
A smile appeared on Bai Lu's face. "Such a simple word. You won't forget next time, right?"
"I won't… Shishu…"
After several rounds, Qian Renxue's inner defenses completely collapsed.
The strange feeling in her heart left her body weak.
At this moment, there was no longer a trace of arrogance in her eyes.
Helpless, like a child.
"If you were like this earlier, wouldn't it have been better?"
Bai Lu removed the gravity, patting her head gently in comfort.
To an outsider, he looked just like a good person.
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