Chapter 204: My Second Brother is Invincible in the World

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The commotion at Spirit City's gates had ended, and everyone now saw Tang San as mentally unstable. Of course, if they knew Hao Tian Douluo was his father, they might have understood.

Li Luochen, on the other hand, returned to Shrek Academy's camp in high spirits. Why? Finally, he'd gotten the chance to knock some sense into the original protagonist with a single blow—it felt amazing.

Li Luochen entered Spirit City with Dugu Yan in one arm. His other hand felt empty without Qian Renxue, so he picked up his son, Li Chengqian, instead. He'd brought his son along this time since Chengqian's grandmother and great-grandfather were also here. Let them dote on him for a bit.

After all, children were like get-out-of-jail-free cards. Li Luochen figured that bringing his son would make it harder for Bibi Dong to harm him.

After Shrek's team entered Spirit City, the other academies followed suit. The Tian Dou Imperial Team came last, as Tang San needed treatment.

Li Luochen's strike had been perfect—stunning but non-lethal. Why hadn't he killed Tang San? Simple—he still wanted to watch the clown dance.

Tang San and Yu Xiaogang made quite the duo: "Crouching Dragon, Hidden Phoenix." One dared to speak, and the other dared to believe. Was there a more entertaining comedy duo in the world of Douluo?

This Tang San was truly clueless. In his past life, he'd been twenty-nine, and now, adding this life, he was well into his forties. How could he not see through someone like Yu Xiaogang? Even thinking about it with half a brain would've revealed the truth.

But then again, Tang San was an ancient soul—a tech nerd from another era. It was no wonder he lacked foresight or social awareness. No wonder he'd been bullied by inner sect disciples back in his previous life. Honestly, he deserved it.

He carried a sense of superiority into this world, likely warped by years of bullying in his past life. A good mentor might've straightened him out, though Li Luochen doubted it. A twenty-nine-year-old soul was probably too set in its ways.

And then there was Yu Xiaogang—the ultimate jester. If Tang San hadn't been the protagonist, blessed by plot armor and deus ex machina, who knows how his personality would've fared in another world?

This was Douluo Continent, after all. Other worlds, like the Dou Qi Continent, would've crushed him instantly. His sharp tongue, rigid principles, and inflexible mindset wouldn't have lasted long in a bigger world.

{T/N: Dou Qi Continent refers to BTTH (Battle Through The Heavens).}

Li Luochen thanked his lucky stars he'd reincarnated here. Sure, the world's level was low, but immortality was within reach. In another world, he'd probably have been obliterated into nothingness.

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Half a Day Later

Tang Xiao arrived at Spirit City's gates with Yu Xiaogang. When Tang Xiao saw Tang Hao's corpse, he exploded in rage. 

"Brother Hao! You've really been killed?! Damn you, Spirit Hall!" 

Tang Xiao wore a black robe and mask, hiding his face—and his tears. 

Yu Xiaogang was equally shocked. How could the mighty Hao Tian Douluo be killed? Could it be…? He noticed the proclamation nearby. 

"Master, come look at this!" 

Tang Xiao read the announcement and immediately turned crimson with fury. 

"This can't be! It's impossible! My second brother is invincible in the world! He only kills others—how could anyone kill him? Back then, Qian Xunji was effortlessly slain by my brother. Even Qian Daoliu, that old bastard, couldn't defeat Brother Hao. 

HAHAHAHA! Are you telling me a Title Douluo elder killed my brother? What kind of joke is this? This must be Spirit Hall's conspiracy! They're twisting the truth to tarnish the Hao Tian Sect's reputation! 

They must've ambushed him with ten Title Douluos! Wuuu! Brother Hao, I regret not staying by your side! 

If we'd been together, how dare they act so brazenly?! Rest assured, Brother Hao. I'll take care of Xiao San!" 

Tang Xiao whispered to himself. He vowed to protect Tang Hao and Blue Silver Emperor's son with his life. And he would hunt down the Spirit Hall elder who'd "picked off" his brother. 

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Meanwhile, elsewhere… 

"Achoo!" 

Li Luochen suddenly sneezed. Someone must be thinking about him—or rather, about his staff. It had tasted blood before; who knew whose turn it would be next? 

"Chen-ge, are you catching a cold? Or has some little fox spirit bewitched you?" 

Dugu Yan's intuition was spot-on, though it wasn't Li Luochen being bewitched—it was the other way around. 

"Nonsense. Probably some idiot fantasizing about me behind my back. Seems my reputation isn't widespread enough yet. Not even killing Tang Hao earned me recognition." 

Li Luochen reflected on his tendency to stay low-key. His cultivation journey had been all about hard work and overpowering opponents with sheer strength. Thinking about it now, it felt a bit dull. 

Sure, flashy displays were shallow, but they were satisfying! 

As Li Luochen's thoughts wandered, inside Spirit Hall, a young girl sneezed. 

"Achoo! Who's thinking about me? Could it be him? I'm so excited to see him soon!" 

Hu Liena muttered to herself, giddy with anticipation. 

Behind her, Xie Yue was utterly speechless. His sister was acting like a love-struck puppy. Though it pained him to think of her that way, the analogy fit perfectly. 

Xie Yue kept his thoughts to himself—he dared not voice them aloud. His sister was far stronger now, with incredible defense, speed, and spiritual power. If they weren't siblings, her charm techniques might've affected him. Still, her spiritual prowess was undeniable. 

Xie Yue knew the Pope was already planning to secure a hundred-thousand-year soul ring for Hu Liena's eighth ring. Her strength would skyrocket. 

He envied her opportunities. For him, securing a ninety-thousand-year soul ring for his ninth ring, like Elder Long Zhentian, would suffice. 

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The Continental Advanced Soul Master Elite Competition was nearing its climax. From Spirit Hall's finals onward, the continent would begin to change. Power dynamics would shift dramatically. 

(A/N: Hu Liena will receive fully upgraded soul bones. The three soul bones of the Thousand-Pound Ant King will fuse into a hundred-thousand-year soul bone when absorbed simultaneously. Additionally, Li Luochen's compensation includes a sixty-five-thousand-year Three-Eyed Demon Fox head bone, bringing her total to four. Later, she'll gain two hundred-thousand-year soul bones—one for her left arm and one for her right leg. She'll become incredibly powerful. Why such a massive boost for Hu Liena? You'll find out in the spin-offs later.)

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