Douluo Dalu: Starting With Tom Cat

Just imagining such a scenario, Chen Xin couldn't help but shudder. Too terrifying.

He subtly glanced at Zhu Zhuqing, then at Shen An.

As the saying goes, the older, the wiser. Although Chen Xin had never married, it wasn't difficult for him to see that Zhu Zhuqing had feelings for Shen An. Yet, Shen An himself seemed completely oblivious.

This type of personality was the most troublesome—handsome, talented, and kind to those around him. Shen An was the kind of man who left a trail of admirers without even realizing it—a true romantic at heart.

Chen Xin narrowed his eyes. If—and I mean if—this kid ever ends up with my precious Rongrong, and dares to mess around, I won't let him off easily.

Since most of the food had ended up in Chen Xin's stomach, and Shen An didn't want Tom to overwork himself, he decided to go out and buy some local delicacies from Soto City.

However, everyone's appetite was lackluster.

After tasting Tom's cooking, how could they possibly be interested in anything else? They only ate a little just to fill their stomachs.

Tom, on the other hand, wasn't picky at all. His stomach seemed bottomless, and he could enjoy anything with gusto.

Soon, Shen An and Tom prepared a room for Chen Xin. After all, it wouldn't do to let a man in his sixties stay at a hotel.

During these three days, Chen Xin stayed at the teahouse, spending time with Ning Rongrong and occasionally watching Shen An sell tea.

While he found it somewhat amusing, he also couldn't help but feel frustrated.

Such extraordinary talent, yet he wastes his precious time on business instead of cultivating. What a waste.

Of course, when Shen An sought guidance in swordsmanship, Chen Xin gave it his all. Teaching such a swordsmanship prodigy filled Chen Xin with joy, and he wished Shen An would dedicate every waking moment to training.

Though they weren't officially master and disciple, Chen Xin had imparted his knowledge. Still, he couldn't help but shake his head and sigh at how little time Shen An spent on cultivation.

Meanwhile, Shen An continued to accept challenges at the Spirit Arena. After the first day's soul battle, his fame grew steadily, and he now had a total of 300,000 fame points.

If he wanted to summon a mysterious figure, he could do so now. However, Shen An decided to wait and prioritize exchanging for soul rings, since strength was the foundation of everything.

Zhu Zhuqing also took the opportunity to seek guidance from Chen Xin, asking all the cultivation questions she had accumulated over the years.

With Ning Rongrong's influence, Chen Xin was more than willing to share his wisdom.

Inspired by the atmosphere, Ning Rongrong occasionally took the initiative to cultivate, bringing tears to Chen Xin's eyes.

However, her enthusiasm never lasted long.

As for Tom, he spent his days eating and drinking, his fur glossy and his body slightly rounder.

Sometimes, Chen Xin would pester him for a sword duel.

Whenever Tom got too annoyed, and with Ning Rongrong's encouragement and the promise of delicious food, he would reluctantly agree.

Their duels usually ended in a draw, with Tom eventually dropping his sword and declaring he was tired.

This left Chen Xin frustrated.

It was like taking off your pants, ready to go all out, only to be told time's up.

Still, both Chen Xin and the youngsters felt they had improved significantly during this time.

Meanwhile, the Shrek Academy group had their own experiences.

Over the past few days, they had gone through a lot, but fortunately, everything had ended well.

Tang San, Oscar, and Xiao Wu had all obtained their third soul rings and advanced to Soul Elders.

Especially Tang San, who had acquired a mysterious spirit bone with astonishing power.

Even Ma Hongjun, a Soul Grandmaster, had been brought to the brink of death by a mere scratch from it.

Tang San was ecstatic.

In the past, he might have worried about whether the spider bone was a blessing or a curse, but now, seeing its power, he was filled with joy.

However, the memory of Xiao Wu's injuries and her despairing gaze still pained him.

He harbored resentment toward Shen An and Zhu Zhuqing.

Now, with his increased strength, Tang San was confident that with his Soul Elder-level soul power, hidden weapons, and the mysterious spider bone, he could take on Shen An alone.

So, when Zhao Wuji suggested resting in town for a few days—

The Shrek group unanimously refused.

Except for Oscar, everyone was eager to return to Shrek Academy and settle the score with Shen An.

Upon returning, they found their dean, Flender, lying in bed covered in sword wounds.

The injuries left by Chen Xin weren't easy to heal.

Even with Shao Xin's assistance, Flender would need at least seven or eight days to fully recover.

Master Yu Xiaogang forced a stiff smile upon seeing Tang San, but his eyes couldn't hide his resentment.

Being forced to prostrate himself under Chen Xin's pressure in public was a humiliation he would never forget.

Flender sighed bitterly.

"We don't know when Sword Douluo Chen Xin will leave. From now on, don't provoke Ning Rongrong. It's too dangerous. That Sword Douluo is fiercely protective."

Meanwhile, far away—

Tang Hao frowned.

"Why is Chen Xin here? The pillar of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan doesn't just wander around without a purpose."

His gaze fell on Xiao Wu.

For a Title Douluo, seeing through a soul beast's disguise was child's play.

This was the top-tier resource he had prepared for his son, and he couldn't let Chen Xin discover her.

A 100,000-year soul beast's soul bone would drive any force into a frenzy, especially when the soul beast's current strength was only that of a Soul Grandmaster.

Tang Hao wasn't sure if Chen Xin would come to Shrek Academy to vent his anger on behalf of Ning Rongrong—

But he couldn't allow any accidents to happen.

Tang Hao's eyes flickered.

"It seems I'll have to make a move."

That night, Chen Xin sensed a powerful aura, deliberately released to catch his attention.

In a flash—

Chen Xin was out the window, his Seven Kill Sword hovering beneath him.

Looking down, he saw a black-cloaked man, his presence overwhelmingly dominant.

"Who are you?" Chen Xin asked.

The man in black remained silent—

Then began walking up into the air, revealing his soul rings one by one.

Yellow, Yellow, Purple, Purple, Black, Black, Black, Black, Red!

A Title Douluo!

"I'm here to ask Sword Douluo Chen Xin to do me a favor. Stop troubling Shrek Academy."

His voice was rough, hoarse, but undeniably commanding.

Chen Xin's eyes narrowed.

"Oh? And if I refuse?"