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45.2% Douluo : People are writing diaries in Douluo (completed) / Chapter 297: Chapter 297: Sneaky Xiao Wu, Settling the Villagers

Chapter 297: Chapter 297: Sneaky Xiao Wu, Settling the Villagers

Zhu Zhuqing dismissed the slight stir within her as mere envy toward Xiao Wu and Ning Rongrong's rewards, without connecting it to any deeper thoughts. Meanwhile, Su Ming, exhausted from the previous day, collapsed into bed upon returning to his dorm, falling into a deep sleep.

Around midnight, a pair of rabbit ears cautiously peeked out of a room, scanning left and right to ensure no one was around. Relieved, Xiao Wu set her sights on the boys' dormitory and, in an instant, teleported there.

In Su Ming's dorm:

Sleeping peacefully, Su Ming suddenly sensed a faint fluctuation of space within his room, immediately recognizing the presence as Xiao Wu's unique scent. A smirk tugged at his lips as he decided to feign sleep, curious about what she was up to.

Seeing Su Ming supposedly asleep, Xiao Wu smirked mischievously, thinking, Su Ming's guard is way too low if he didn't even notice me sneaking in.

Her plan had been to cause a bit of mischief, and seeing Su Ming's oblivious appearance only added to the thrill. She approached his bed, her face flushed with anticipation, as she leaned down to blow a teasing breath near his ear. In a soft, enticing voice, she whispered, "Su Ming, I know you're awake. Stop pretending."

Internally, Su Ming chuckled, Xiao Wu, up to no good, huh?

But he kept his eyes shut, intrigued to see what she'd do. Xiao Wu's cheeks puffed in mild frustration. Oh, really? I'll show him…

Suddenly, Xiao Wu noticed something, and Su Ming mentally cursed. Oh no, she's figured it out!

Determined, Xiao Wu practiced her "soul skill," training with enthusiasm that finally "woke" Su Ming up after half an hour. Realizing he couldn't continue feigning sleep under Xiao Wu's dedication, he gave in.

The next morning, Xiao Wu prepared to teleport back to her dorm to avoid being caught by Ning Rongrong or Zhu Zhuqing. She wasn't hiding anything, but the inevitable teasing from Rongrong made her want to slip away unnoticed.

Su Ming, still in a daze, had no objections. Xiao Wu's presence in the boys' dorm could indeed raise a few eyebrows. After Xiao Wu left, he remembered he'd been meaning to let her try out the mental cultivation technique he'd obtained but had forgotten in the past busy days. Well, I'll show it to her later—after a nap.

Elsewhere, Qian Renxue had just received a report that Su Ming had returned from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan. She sighed internally, exasperated at Su Ming's hectic schedule, making it nearly impossible for her to approach him.

True to her suspicions, Su Ming had more on his plate. Reenergized after his rest, he decided it was time to check in with the villagers and help them move to their new home, bringing Xiao Wu along, as old Jack had often asked about her.

They arrived at the hotel housing the Saint Soul villagers, and Su Ming greeted Jack warmly, "Grandpa Jack, I've brought Xiao Wu along to visit you."

Old Jack beamed at the sight of Xiao Wu and, with a knowing smile, commented, "Xiao Wu, don't worry. If Su Ming ever mistreats you, come straight to me. I'll take care of him for you."

"And you, Su Ming—make sure you treat Xiao Wu well, you hear?"

Both nodded in agreement, grateful for the elder's care. Then, Su Ming explained, "Grandpa Jack, we found a piece of land through the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan to settle everyone in. I have a classmate there who was willing to help out, so we're all set."

Su Ming refrained from going into detail about his relationship with the clan. Old Jack was, after all, just a common villager, and sometimes knowing too much could be more worrying than reassuring.

Old Jack looked on in awe, marveling at Su Ming's achievements. His grandson is now connected to people of such influence—amazing.

Afterward, Su Ming gathered all the villagers into a storage soul tool and, accompanied by Xiao Wu, brought them to the plot of land outside the city. Upon arrival, they saw a small group of people wearing the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan's uniforms waiting there.

One of them approached respectfully, "Mr. Su Ming, we're here on behalf of the clan master to assist."

Su Ming waved a hand, "Just call me by my name. None of the villagers know my connection with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan. Got it?"

The man, understanding, nodded. "Understood, Su Ming."

Xiao Wu, meanwhile, observed with an amused glint. "Su Ming…Mr. Su Ming, huh? Seems like Clan Master Ning is pretty pleased with you!"

Su Ming cleared his throat, embarrassed, "Ahem, Xiao Wu, I—"

"Alright, alright, I'm just kidding. I already knew yesterday. I admit I was a bit jealous, though. Why do you think I was so eager to visit last night, hm?"

After a few hours of setting up the area, the village was finally ready for the villagers to move in. Su Ming and Xiao Wu bid Grandpa Jack goodbye, promising to visit soon.

Jack, in turn, understood that Su Ming's duties as a spirit master were important. After all, there was training to focus on.

Back at the academy by sunset, Su Ming turned to Xiao Wu. "Hey, Xiao Wu, could you come to my dorm tonight? I have something for you."

Curious, Xiao Wu nodded.

Once in his room, Su Ming retrieved a mental cultivation manual from his storage tool, titled Meditation Technique. It was a slightly less intensive version of the technique he used, and he explained, "Xiao Wu, this book here helps with training mental power. While it's a bit simpler than the one I'm using, it's effective and a lot easier to practice. Try it out and see if it's manageable."


Chapter 298: Chapter 298: Heading to Hunt Spirits, Dugu Yan’s Rambling Thoughts

Xiao Wu nodded, accepting the spiritual technique book. After a few hours, she finally reached the beginner level. A small disc formed in her mind, which should be the "millstone" Brother Su Ming had mentioned.

Seeing Xiao Wu grasp it so quickly, Su Ming smiled, pleased. "Not bad."

After a while, Xiao Wu opened her eyes and looked at Su Ming. "Brother Su Ming, there's a slight stinging sensation while practicing this technique, but it's manageable. As for any growth in spiritual power, I can't tell yet."

Su Ming gently patted her head and said, "You've only practiced once, so it's natural not to feel much. Although this technique develops spiritual power slower than mine, it has the advantage of being gentler, allowing you to train daily."

That night, Xiao Wu stayed in Su Ming's dorm under the pretext of "training."

Early the next morning, Xiao Wu teleported back to her dorm stealthily.

Not long after, there was a knock on Su Ming's door. When he opened it, Dugu Bo stood there.

"Well, old monster, what brings you here today?" Su Ming chuckled.

Dugu Bo, hands behind his back, replied in a raspy voice, "Yan Yan has finished absorbing the Immortal Grass soul bone and finally reached an entry level in the Heavenly Poison Manual. She can now control her poison. She's been stuck at level 40 for quite some time; it's time to take her to the Star Dou Forest to hunt for a spirit beast."

"I'm here to ask if any of your companions have reached level 40 after absorbing Immortal Grass. I can take them along as well."

Hearing this, Su Ming's eyes lit up. Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing had both reached level 40, and he had been wondering whether to take them himself or let the academy or Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Clan help with the hunt.

"Perfect, then let's go together, old monster. I have two companions at level 40 who need spirit rings."

He added, "Dugu Yan's strength at level 40 is reinforced by her Immortal Grass soul bone and the Heavenly Poison Manual, so she should be able to absorb a spirit ring under ten thousand years."

Dugu Bo nodded, "I thought the same."

"Alright, notify your companions. We'll meet at the academy gate in an hour."

An hour later, Su Ming arrived at the academy gate with Xiao Wu, Ning Rongrong, and Zhu Zhuqing. Dugu Bo and Dugu Yan were already there. Su Ming couldn't shake the feeling that Dugu Yan was looking at him strangely.

Just then, a guard approached and said in a low voice, "Excuse me, is one of you Su Ming?"

Su Ming stepped forward, slightly puzzled. "Yes, that's me. May I ask what's going on?"

The guard replied, "Our Crown Prince invites Su Ming and your companions to a banquet, as an apology for the Fourth Prince's previous disrespect."

Su Ming didn't think much of it. After all, the current Crown Prince, Qian Renxue, portrayed a polite and courteous persona.

Xiao Wu, Ning Rongrong, and Zhu Zhuqing exchanged glances, sensing something amiss. This Crown Prince impersonator, Qian Renxue, was likely using the invitation as a pretense to meet Su Ming rather than to apologize for Xue Beng's offense.

Su Ming glanced at Dugu Bo and replied, "Apologies, but we're headed to Star Dou Forest to obtain spirit rings with Senior Dugu Bo. Please inform the Crown Prince that I'll certainly visit after I return."

The guard nodded, showing no displeasure. The Crown Prince had instructed them to treat Su Ming, an academy prodigy, respectfully. And with Poison Douluo present, he didn't dare be rude.

After the guard left, Dugu Bo commented, "Little monster, should I come with you? This Crown Prince isn't simple."

Su Ming shook his head, "No need. No matter how complex the Crown Prince is, I doubt he'd dare harm me. Don't worry, I'll meet him when I'm back. Do you still doubt my strength?"

Dugu Bo laughed, "True, you're indeed a little monster!"

Dugu Yan watched Su Ming, recalling her grandfather's words urging her to consider marrying Su Ming, saying it would be beneficial for her. He had also mentioned that the Immortal Grass soul bone and techniques were gifts from Su Ming.

Even though the Immortal Grass was her own, without Su Ming's explanation, she would have remained unaware of its power and would have missed the opportunity to enhance her strength.

Dugu Bo reassured her that Su Ming was trustworthy. He had also hinted that Su Ming might not be a one-woman man and left it up to her to decide. With only one granddaughter, Dugu Bo wanted what was best for her, but he wouldn't force it if she didn't wish to marry.

Marrying Su Ming didn't bother her much. He had cured their poison, boosted their strength, and demonstrated genuine care for her grandfather. Besides, she felt no attachment to Yu Tianheng after past events; in their next encounter, it would be either him or her. But before that, she wanted answers.

Once this task was over, she'd consider her grandfather's suggestion. Like many women, she admired strength, and Su Ming's actions had impressed her — well, aside from his amorous tendencies.

Yet, there was something that concerned her: with her grandfather and Su Ming becoming close friends, constantly calling each other "old monster" and "little monster," did that mean Su Ming and her grandfather were of the same generation? What should she call Su Ming, then?

Dugu Bo paused momentarily at her question, surprised that Yan Yan was concerned about such a trivial matter. He laughed heartily, saying, "I call him what I want, and you can do the same. It doesn't matter in the least!"

Dugu Yan felt slightly exasperated but agreed this was probably the best solution. She certainly couldn't call Su Ming "Uncle" or "Grandpa"; even the thought made her uncomfortable.

Little did she know, Su Ming hadn't considered that Dugu Yan would dwell on this issue. He found her musings unnecessary; he had no intention of having her call him "grandfather" — just perhaps a certain two other words at an intimate time.

 


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