Douluo Dalu: Beginning with Signing in with Yan Lingji

Chapter 179: Departure to the Star Luo Empire

The next day,

Zhao Ming stood at the entrance of Shrek Academy, holding Zhu Zhuqing's hand. He looked at the group and smiled, "No need to see me off. You all should go back."

Xiao Wu, Ning Rongrong, and Meng Yiran gazed at Zhao Ming, their eyes filled with reluctance and sadness.

"Don't look so gloomy. Give me a smile," Zhao Ming said, smiling as he went forward to hug each of them. Feeling their slender waists, he felt reluctant to leave as well. He didn't want to part from his paradise of tenderness, and he did wish to take them all along. But this wasn't a vacation; taking them would only complicate matters.

"Come back soon," Meng Yiran whispered, leaning against Zhao Ming's chest. Over the past few days, Zhao Ming's presence had deeply embedded itself in her mind. In her heart, there was no one else but him.

"Mm. All of you are here. I'll come back as soon as I can."

Ning Rongrong looked at Zhao Ming with her beautiful eyes and, remembering something, whispered, "If you come back soon, I'll agree to that thing you mentioned."

"Don't worry. I'll be back before you know it. It won't take long."

Flender and the other teachers, along with Ma Hongjun, Oscar, and the other students, watched this scene with envy.

Comparisons really are frustrating. While they were all single, Zhao Ming already had a harem of beauties.

And the key was that each of these girls was exceptional, yet they were all so devoted to him.

For an ordinary person, being able to win the heart of even one of them would be a stroke of immense luck. But Zhao Ming had them all.

As fellow men, they couldn't help but feel a bit emotional. The gap was just too big.

"Dean Flender, we'll be off then," Zhao Ming smiled at Flender and the others.

"Alright. Come back soon," Flender said with a smile, patting Zhao Ming's shoulder. Yesterday, he had discussed with the Shrek Academy teachers about Zhao Ming's departure. With Zhao Ming leaving, he planned to visit Heaven Dou City. If things went smoothly, by the time Zhao Ming returned, they could move to Heaven Dou City.

Zhao Ming nodded, then turned and left with Zhu Zhuqing.

Zhao Ming led Zhu Zhuqing to Suotuo City.

There, he looked for a larger carriage nearby.

"Zhuqing, wait for me here for a moment. I'll be right back." Zhao Ming couldn't help but give a kiss on Zhu Zhuqing's lips before speaking softly.

"Mm." Zhu Zhuqing nodded obediently, her eyes full of affection as she looked at Zhao Ming.

She knew that on this trip, a powerful Title Douluo-level expert would be accompanying them.

A Title Douluo was extremely powerful.

Her own Zhu family, though strong, did not have anyone of that level—not even her grandfather, who was merely a Soul Douluo.

What kind of person would such a powerful expert be? She felt both excited and a bit nervous.

Soon, Zhao Ming returned with Zi Ji.

"What's wrong, my dear?" Zhao Ming gently stroked Zhu Zhuqing's hair, his eyes filled with tenderness.

Zhu Zhuqing looked at Zhao Ming in surprise.

The woman Zhao Ming had brought back was young and beautiful. She had a stunning figure, just like Zhu Zhuqing herself, with a slender waist and long legs. However, her maturity and charm were beyond Zhu Zhuqing's, and she exuded an aura as ripe as a peach.

"Who is she?" Zhu Zhuqing clung tightly to Zhao Ming's arm, her tone filled with a hint of jealousy as she looked at him.

"She's the powerful expert I told you about, someone comparable to a Title Douluo." Zhao Ming beamed.

"A Title Douluo?" Zhu Zhuqing was shocked. A woman so young was actually a Title Douluo-level expert. Her first reaction was disbelief, but she knew Zhao Ming wouldn't lie to her.

"You must be Zhuqing. I'm Zi Ji. You can call me Sister Zi Ji," Zi Ji said with a charming smile as she reached out to take Zhu Zhuqing's hand. She knew that this girl was someone Zhao Ming treasured.

Currently, her relationship with Zhao Ming was ambiguous. Although they were much closer than a typical superior-subordinate relationship, they hadn't yet crossed that line. So, at this point, Zhu Zhuqing's status was even higher than hers. Even if she and Zhao Ming became closer in the future, she and Zhu Zhuqing would still be like sisters.

During the past month, living with Bi Ji, Yan Ling Ji, and Ya Ya, Zi Ji had gradually let go of her pride as a strong soul beast. She had become much gentler.

"Sister Zi Ji? Can I really call you that?" Zhu Zhuqing was a bit dazed. This was someone comparable to a Title Douluo, one of the top figures on the continent, and yet she was so approachable.

"Of course you can. From now on, you're my little sister. If anyone dares to bully you, they'll have to answer to me," Zi Ji said, thumping her chest proudly.

Seeing this, Zhao Ming nodded with satisfaction. Although Zi Ji was a powerful soul beast and naturally proud, she was humble around him. Now that there were more girls around him, managing the relationships within his group was a headache. Each one of them was precious to him, and he didn't want to hurt any of them. Fortunately, they were all understanding and obedient, which put his mind at ease for the time being.

"Alright, let's set off," Zhao Ming smiled as he boarded the carriage.

"Mm." Zhu Zhuqing and Zi Ji also got on, sitting on either side of Zhao Ming. The pleasant fragrances from both sides filled Zhao Ming's senses, making his thoughts wander.

Suotuo City was located within the Barak Kingdom, a subordinate state of the Heaven Dou Empire. The Barak Kingdom bordered the Star Luo Empire, so Suotuo City was relatively close to the Star Luo Empire. After all, the reason Dai Mubai fled to Suotuo City was its proximity. It was also because of Shrek Academy's location that Dai Mubai chose to study there.

However, this proximity was relative. The destination this time was the capital of the Star Luo Empire—Star Luo City.

Zhao Ming estimated that it would take at least ten days to reach their destination.

But with Zhuqing and Zi Ji accompanying him, it wouldn't be a lonely journey.

Time passed quickly, and they soon entered the Star Luo Empire's territory.

Because the Star Luo Empire and the Heaven Dou Empire spanned vast distances, the landscapes along the way varied greatly. However, Zhao Ming had no interest in admiring the scenery; he had seen enough of it to be bored.

"This is really boring. Good thing I brought you along, or I would've died of boredom," Zhao Ming said with a smile as he looked at Zhu Zhuqing beside him.

Zhu Zhuqing smiled warmly and leaned against his arm, gently massaging it.

"It's not that bad. We should be there in a few days. We're currently in the St. Taner Principality, not far from Star Luo City."

"Alright then. I'll take a nap," Zhao Ming yawned, feeling a bit bored, then smiled at the lovely Zhuqing.

Zhu Zhuqing's cheeks flushed slightly as she instinctively stretched her long legs onto the carriage's lounge seat.

"My Zhuqing is the best. I've been sleeping so comfortably these past few days," Zhao Ming smiled as he rested his head on Zhu Zhuqing's soft, round thighs. He felt incredibly comfortable. Her long legs were soft and fragrant.

"Stop talking nonsense." Zhu Zhuqing's beautiful eyes looked at Zhao Ming with tenderness. She also loved it when he rested on her lap, peacefully sleeping. Watching his calm, sleeping face filled her with a sense of tranquility and happiness.

Zi Ji, watching this scene from the side, felt a pang of envy.

Her legs were also long and beautiful.

Seeing her master resting on Zhu Zhuqing's legs, she felt envious.

If only he could be this close to her as well.

However, she knew that she had met him much later. Even though they were quite close, it would never be the same as his relationship with Zhu Zhuqing.

But perhaps this journey to the Star Luo Empire would give her a chance to strengthen her bond with him. Zi Ji thought to herself, a fierce determination flashing in her eyes. At this moment, her master's strength had not yet recovered, and if anyone dared to harm him, they would face her most ruthless retaliation.

She was her master's protector, but she was also the Hell Dragon King.

Anyone who dared to harm him would experience what true hell was like.

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