Chapter 2: A Ranking of Powers – Is the Tang Clan Number One?!
Xiao Wu blinked her big eyes and pointed to the sky, saying:
"Brother, look at what it says above, it lists all kinds of rankings, does that mean there are other rankings besides the power ranking?"
Ning Rongrong finally realized what was happening and excitedly grabbed Oscar's hand.
Wow! There are rewards for making the list!
"If only it were a divine artifact or a divinely bestowed soul ring!"
Zhu Zhuqing maintained her aloof demeanor, but her gaze remained fixed on the sky.
"A list of the top six forces on the Douluo Continent power rankings?"
"I wonder if we'll make the list."
Not far away, Tang Hao, carrying the Clear Sky Hammer, let out a rough laugh.
"In terms of power, my Clear Sky Sect has been in seclusion for many years and has a profound foundation, so we must be in the top three!"
Ning Rongrong glanced at Tang Hao, then at Tang San, and said hesitantly:
"But the Spirit Empire has ruled over the soul masters of the continent for many years, and its influence is spread all over the world. So wouldn't the number one be the Spirit Empire?"
Upon hearing this, Tang San gave a cold laugh.
A glint of confidence flashed in his eyes.
"Rongrong, you underestimate the Tang Clan."
"The Tang Clan has me, and you all, and we also have a hundred solutions to hidden weapons."
"Although the Spirit Empire has a large number of people and is powerful, Qian Renxue has already lost in terms of top combat strength."
"In terms of potential and strength, the Spirit Empire is not as powerful as us."
Xiao Wu immediately echoed, looking at Tang San with admiration.
"Third Brother is right!"
"Third Brother defeated Qian Renxue, making him the undisputed number one in Douluo Continent!"
"The Tang Clan under his leadership will undoubtedly be number one!"
Upon hearing this, Ma Hongjun immediately raised his hands and shouted loudly:
"Tang Clan is number one! Tang Clan is number one!"
The Shrek members chatted amongst themselves, and the atmosphere became lively again, as if the top spot was already theirs for the taking.
...
Jialing Pass.
On the city wall.
Unlike the jubilation in the Heaven Dou Empire, the atmosphere here was so oppressive that it was hard to breathe.
The Spirit Empire and the Heaven Dou Empire have been fighting for days, and the area outside the city is already littered with corpses.
The warriors of the Spirit Empire suffered heavy casualties in the previous battles, and their morale is now low, with everyone feeling anxious.
Qian Renxue leaned against the city wall, her long golden hair slightly disheveled, her beautiful face pale with a sickly pallor.
That's a sign of damage to the soul.
She looked up at the light curtain in the sky, her eyes revealing a complex mix of nobility and weariness.
"A rundown of various rankings in Douluo Continent?"
"Even my angelic powers couldn't detect it. What kind of skill is this?"
Qian Renxue murmured softly.
Just now, she also tried to touch the sky with her divine sense, but like Tang San, she was ruthlessly blocked.
"Those who make the list will be rewarded."
"Should we start by reviewing the top six on the Douluo Power Ranking?"
As she looked at the words, a glimmer of hope suddenly rose in her heart.
If the Spirit Empire could make the list, if the reward could help her restore her divine power, or even advance her to the next level...
Perhaps there is still a chance for this war to turn around.
...
The main camp of the commander at Jialing Pass.
Bibi Dong, dressed in a papal robe and holding a scepter, slowly walked out of the tent.
She is tall and slender, and time has not left any marks on her face; instead, it has given her the charm of a mature woman.
The slit in her long robe revealed glimpses of her fair and slender legs, exuding a breathtaking allure.
At this moment, however, His Holiness the Pope's face was filled with solemnity.
"A rundown of various rankings in Douluo Continent?"
Bibi Dong looked at the sky, deeply moved.
She is currently taking the final step in her quest to become the Rakshasa God, and her perception of power is extremely acute.
The power contained within this celestial canopy was vast and profound, far surpassing any divine power she had ever known.
"Should we start by reviewing the top six on the Douluo Power Ranking?"
Hu Liena, following behind Bibi Dong, saw this scene and her previously low spirits suddenly lifted.
"Teacher!"
"In terms of power, our Spirit Empire transcends the continent and has ruled the world of spirit masters for a thousand years. We are definitely number one!"
Bibi Dong nodded slightly, her gaze deep.
"That's what I think too."
Looking across the entire Douluo Continent, besides the Spirit Empire, which other force has such a foundation?
The two great empires were merely secular imperial powers, and two of the three upper sects had already disappeared, with the Clear Sky Sect retiring from the world.
As for the newly emerged Tang Clan, they are nothing but a rabble.
Hu Liena became more and more excited as she thought about it.
"Teacher, it says that everyone who makes the list will receive a reward."
"You are the Pope of the Spirit Empire. If the Spirit Empire is on the list, you will definitely receive a reward."
"Perhaps this reward can help the teacher become a god in one fell swoop and suppress Tang San!"
Upon hearing this, Bibi Dong gently shook her head.
"This celestial canopy is mysterious, could it possibly turn me directly into a Rakshasa God?"
"The path to godhood is fraught with peril, and cannot be easily interfered with by external forces."
"If I can't become a god, I'll never be able to beat Tang San."
Bibi Dong has not yet fully inherited the position of Rakshasa God.
She is a rational person.
She didn't believe that the Heavenly Curtain could help her become a god, after all, becoming a god was too difficult, it was a qualitative leap.
However, it would be good to have some treasures that could heal injuries or enhance soul power.
...
Spirit City.
Far from the ravages of war, this place remains prosperous and bustling.
The streets were bustling with people, and the cries of vendors rose and fell.
A little girl who looks only five or six years old is sitting at a roadside stall, charging towards a huge pile of food in front of her.
She has a pair of adorable dragon horns and a long tail trailing behind her; she is none other than Bai Lu, the Medicine-Carrying Dragon Girl from the Luofu Immortal Ship.
She stumbled upon this place by mistake and happened to save the critically injured Qian Daoliu.
Qian Daoliu, mindful of her kindness and impressed by her exceptional medical skills, treated her as an honored guest and housed her in Spirit City.
These days were filled with delicious food, good drinks, and fun; they were so happy they forgot all about home.
"Boss! Two more skewers of grilled squid, extra spicy!"
Bai Lu mumbled incoherently as she gnawed on the chicken leg in her hand.
Behind her stood two elderly men dressed in the robes of the Spirit Empire elders.
One is Azure Luan Douluo, and the other is Glowing Feather Douluo.
These two titled Douluo, who usually command respect throughout the world, now acted like two little followers, carrying bags of snacks and even paying for them.
Bai Lu ate heartily, her cheeks puffed out like a little hamster, looking very cute.
"I wonder how Brother Jing Yuan is doing."
"And Sister Tingyun."
Just then, the sky darkened.
The loud noise startled Bai Lu so much that she almost dropped the chicken leg in her hand.
Glowing Feather Douluo looked up at the sky, his face full of shock.
"A rundown of the various rankings in Douluo Continent?"
"What an arrogant tone! How dare they take stock of the entire continent!"
The Radiant Bow in his hand flickered in and out of sight, clearly indicating that he was startled by the power of the sky.
Azure Luan Douluo was also astonished.
"Top six on the Douluo Power Ranking?"
"Who on earth is behind this commotion?"
The two looked at each other and saw the surprise in each other's eyes.
But soon, that surprise turned into confidence.
"However, in terms of power, our Spirit Empire is undoubtedly number one."
[end of the chapter]