Douluo Dalu: Beginning with Signing in with Yan Lingji

Chapter 203: Zhao Ming, Growing Stronger Again

Early morning, as the sun began to rise.

In an elegant and serene room, Zhao Ming sat cross-legged, emanating a powerful and overwhelming aura.

His right arm was enveloped in an aura of extreme darkness, the manifestation of the Black Dragon Right Arm Bone.

After acquiring his fourth spirit ring, Zhao Ming's strength had advanced to the rank of Spirit Ancestor. It had been some time since he absorbed the Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear's right paw bone, and in the interim, his spirit power had become more condensed. It was now the perfect time to absorb another spirit bone.

The absorption proceeded smoothly, and Zhao Ming's cultivation level increased steadily.

Forty-one levels,

Forty-two levels,

Forty-three levels.

His spirit power eventually stabilized at the forty-third level of Spirit Ancestor.

"Feels incredible." Zhao Ming grinned, clenching his fist as his bones emitted a series of satisfying pops.

After absorbing this hundred-thousand-year spirit bone, his cultivation soared, and he also acquired two formidable spirit skills: Dragon King Claw and Black Dragon Sword.

The Dragon King Claw was undeniably powerful—essentially a lower-tier version of the Dragon God Claw wielded by Di Tian. With further cultivation, Zhao Ming might be able to evolve it into the Dragon God Claw.

The Black Dragon Sword was equally impressive. With its extreme darkness attribute, the Black Dragon Sword fully unleashed that dark power.

With a thought, Zhao Ming summoned it.

A pitch-black sword materialized in his hand, its hilt featuring the head of a black dragon.

With a casual swing, Zhao Ming sent a wave of destructive energy, instantly obliterating the furniture in front of him.

The power of the Black Dragon Sword was truly remarkable.

"Open the system panel," Zhao Ming commanded.

Immediately, the system panel appeared before him.

Host: Zhao Ming

Spirit Power: Level 43

Martial Spirits: Puppet, Ancient Undying Bird

Spirit Bones: Hundred-thousand-year Dark Gold Terrorclaw Bear Right Paw Bone, Hundred-thousand-year Black Dragon Right Arm Bone

Puppets: Flame Spirit Princess, Tu Shan Ya Ya, Medusa, Yun Yun (Life Force: 1)

Items: Five-million-year Ancient Undying Bird Torso Bone, Two-hundred-thousand-year Hellhound Skull, Five-hundred-twenty-thousand-year Demon Eye Tree Branch, Various Low-level Spirit Bones and Miscellaneous Items

Equipment: Undying Dark Robe

Spirit Beast Pets: None

Check-in Location: No location available

Missions:

Defeat the Heaven's Mandate Child, Tang San (No time limit)

Defeat Dai Weisi and win Zhu Zhuyun's affection.

Reviewing the information displayed on the system panel, Zhao Ming smiled brightly.

Who in this world could possibly compare to him?

Fully equipped, even an ordinary Spirit Douluo would struggle against him. With his forty-third level of spirit power, the strength of Flame Spirit Princess, Ya Ya, and Cai Lin could rival that of a Spirit Sage. Each of them, inheriting powers from the Phoenix, the Nine-Tailed Fox, and the Seven-Colored Sky-Swallowing Python, possessed formidable strength.

Although Yun Yun had only recently come under his command and her power wasn't as advanced, Zhao Ming planned to enhance her strength further using a puppet enhancement card. He would also make her even more beautiful.

With his current power, and the boost from the Undying Dark Robe, Zhao Ming's combat abilities were already on par with a Spirit Douluo.

If he absorbed the five-million-year Ancient Undying Bird Torso Bone, his strength would reach even greater heights.

"Now, it's time to win the heart of the beautiful Zhu Zhuyun," Zhao Ming's lips curled into a smirk. Winning Zhu Zhuyun's affection would also grant him a god-tier pet egg.

"With someone as despicable as Dai Weisi, how could Zhu Zhuyun be with him? With her beauty, only I, Zhao Ming, am worthy. Besides, Zhu Zhuyun and Zhu Zhuqing share such a close bond. If they never had to be separated again, Zhu Zhuqing would be so happy. For her sake, I must win Zhu Zhuyun over."

[TL/N: Davis = Dai Weisi]

"With my current strength, if I made my intentions known, Zhu Zhuyun's father, Zhu Zizhao, might readily arrange her marriage to me." Zhao Ming chuckled to himself.

'But I'm not that kind of person. Once the truth about the Dai family's actions is exposed, Zhu Zhuyun and Dai Weisi will no longer be an option for each other. At that point, Zhu Zhuyun will be mine.'

"For now, I'll go and check on Zhu Zhuyun."

With that thought, Zhao Ming washed up and made his way to Zhu Zhuyun's room.

Outside Zhu Zhuyun's room, she stood elegantly in a flowing gown. Even with minimal movement, her voluptuous figure and her perfect long legs were enough to captivate any man.

As Zhao Ming watched the woman standing at the doorway, seemingly lost in thought, his heart stirred.

Her graceful curves and long legs—traits universally admired. Even Zhao Ming couldn't help but feel captivated.

"Zhao Ming, what brings you here?" Zhu Zhuyun's eyes widened slightly, her voice tinged with surprise.

"I wanted to check on you. Recently, I've noticed something unusual about your condition, but I haven't been able to pinpoint the problem." Zhao Ming smiled gently.

"There's something wrong with me?" Zhu Zhuyun looked at Zhao Ming, a hint of uncertainty in her eyes. She had heard from Zhu Zhuqing yesterday that Zhao Ming and his powerful companion, Zi Ji, had detected something amiss about her.

She had planned to seek Zhao Ming out today, but it seemed he had come to her first.

"Yes, but I need to conduct a thorough examination to determine what's really going on." Zhao Ming's eyes remained clear as he looked at Zhu Zhuyun.

"Very well. Come inside." Zhu Zhuyun's expression softened, and she led Zhao Ming into her room.

Zhu Zhuyun's chamber was neat and immaculate, filled with her unique fragrance. Zhao Ming noticed a few of her daily outfits, including some intimate garments, hanging in the open wardrobe.

Noticing his gaze, Zhu Zhuyun blushed slightly and quickly closed the wardrobe door.

Even her father had never entered her room, so she hadn't paid much attention to such details.

Now, Zhao Ming had seen her most private belongings.

The thought made Zhu Zhuyun's heart race slightly, her chest heaving as she felt a wave of embarrassment.

But when she lifted her gaze to meet Zhao Ming's sincere and clear eyes, she gradually felt at ease.

"I'll make some tea for you," Zhu Zhuyun offered softly, moving gracefully towards the tea set.

"There's no need." Zhao Ming stepped forward, taking her hand and feeling its softness.

"With just the two of us here, it's best I don't stay too long. I'll check your condition quickly and leave."

"Otherwise, people might start spreading rumors. While it wouldn't affect me much as a man, it could damage your reputation." Zhao Ming released her hand, his expression warm and sincere.

"Alright then. What do I need to do?" Zhu Zhuyun's eyes met Zhao Ming's, her tone lightened with trust. Zhao Ming, a true gentleman who treated her sister with such care, couldn't possibly harbor any improper intentions.

At nineteen, she was only at the forty-second level. In his eyes, she was likely just an ordinary woman, hardly capable of attracting his attention.

"Lie down on the bed, Zhu Zhuyun. I'll begin my examination." Zhao Ming smiled gently, his eyes maintaining their clarity and sincerity.

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𝙥𝗮𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙤𝙣(.)𝙘𝙤𝙢/𝙂𝙤𝙙𝙊𝙛𝙍𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧

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