Douluo Dalu: Beginning with Signing in with Yan Lingji

Chapter 194: Breaking Off the Engagement

Early in the morning, Zhao Ming woke up to find Zhu Zhuqing sitting by his bedside.

"Zhuqing, you're here?" he asked with a smile.

"Yes, I came to wake up this lazy guy," Zhu Zhuqing chuckled, looking at Zhao Ming with an uncontrollable happiness lighting up her face.

"What's made our Zhuqing so happy today?" Zhao Ming teased. Zhuqing seemed different today—her complexion was brighter, and there was an undeniable smile on her face.

"Yesterday, I spent the night with my sister. It turns out I misunderstood her all this time," Zhu Zhuqing said playfully, sticking out her tongue.

"Oh?" Zhao Ming raised an eyebrow, looking at Zhu Zhuqing.

"My sister was actually cold to me on purpose to protect me. She truly cares about me deep down. I've been wrong about her all along," Zhu Zhuqing said, a hint of remorse flickering in her eyes.

"Now that everything is clear, it's a good thing. It's normal to have misunderstandings when you don't know the whole story," Zhao Ming said reassuringly, smiling.

"Mm." Zhu Zhuqing nodded obediently. She didn't want to dwell on the past. Now that the truth was out, she could return to the way things were with her sister.

And all of this was thanks to Zhao Ming.

"Zhao Ming, I'm really lucky to have met you." Her beautiful eyes gazed at him, her dark pupils sparkling like autumn waters.

"Really? Then if I have a request, would you be willing to agree to it?" Zhao Ming asked, his expression shifting.

"What request?" Zhu Zhuqing's cheeks flushed as she looked at Zhao Ming's expectant eyes, her thoughts wandering.

Could it be that Zhao Ming was asking for that?

But if he really wanted it, she would give it to him. After all, she had already decided that everything belonged to him.

A blush spread across Zhu Zhuqing's face.

"Well, it's…" Zhao Ming moved closer, whispering into her ear.

Zhu Zhuqing stared at him in surprise, then blushed deeply and called out shyly, "Husband."

She hadn't expected Zhao Ming's request to be this.

"Mm." Zhao Ming responded, feeling his heart melt at Zhuqing's sweet and shy voice.

"If only you could call me that in front of Dai Mubai, it would be even better," Zhao Ming said playfully. The thought of Dai Mubai hearing Zhu Zhuqing call him "husband" amused him—wouldn't Dai Mubai be enraged?

"You're so naughty," Zhu Zhuqing blushed even more, lightly hitting Zhao Ming's chest. However, her touch was gentle and soft. Though she felt shy, she secretly remembered his words.

Now, Zhao Ming was the most important person in her life. She was willing to give him anything he desired.

As for Dai Mubai, she knew any man would have some resentment. Although Zhao Ming never mentioned it, Zhu Zhuqing understood he must have felt it too, even if he didn't show it to her.

She felt guilty toward Zhao Ming because of Dai Mubai. Zhao Ming treated her so well, yet she hadn't fully committed herself to him.

So, if Zhao Ming truly wanted her to call him "husband" in front of Dai Mubai, she wouldn't refuse.

As long as Zhao Ming was happy, nothing else mattered.

Dai Mubai meant nothing to her anymore.

…

After gaining the approval of the Zhu family, Zhao Ming no longer held back, making Zhu Zhuqing completely his.

For two whole weeks, Zhao Ming stayed with Zhu Zhuqing.

He took her to the Star Luo Empire's Soul-Hunting Forest to obtain her third spirit ring and even gave her a spirit bone, which he had prepared for her. As a result, her spirit power rose to level thirty-three. At her age, this was an exceptional achievement—Zhu Zhuqing was undoubtedly a prodigy. Apart from Qian Renxue, who was born with a spirit power of twenty, and his beloved Xiao Wu, no one else could compare to her.

The rest of their time was spent together—eating, sleeping, and training side by side.

They woke with the sunrise and rested with the sunset.

Zhuqing was incredibly beautiful, with a stunning figure. She would dress up every day, always making herself look her best.

Sometimes, when she was alone with Zhao Ming, she would wear short skirts and shorts, revealing her long, beautiful legs. Of course, only Zhao Ming could enjoy this sight; he wouldn't let anyone else see his lovely Zhuqing.

These past days, Zhao Ming had stayed with the Zhu family partly because Zhuqing was so clingy—who wouldn't want to stay in such a gentle embrace?

But he was also waiting—for news about Dai Mubai.

Dai Mubai's return to the Star Luo Empire was undoubtedly a significant event, enough to shake the entire empire's leadership. After all, Dai Mubai had been away from the empire for four years.

Now, his return, with such formidable power, could not help but cause a stir within the royal family.

Davis, twenty-one years old, at spirit power level forty-five.

Dai Mubai, fifteen years old, at spirit power level forty-two.

The comparison was clear. Dai Mubai's return had caused many of those who originally supported Davis to waver. Those who had grudges against Davis even openly aligned themselves with Dai Mubai.

Furthermore, the royal family had expressed their support for Dai Mubai. With his current talent, he had a chance to break through to the rank of Titled Douluo in the future. The royal family would naturally prioritize him.

They even organized a special banquet for Dai Mubai today, inviting all the major families and high-ranking officials of the Star Luo Empire.

The royal family intended to announce to the entire empire that their Dai family had produced a peerless genius.

At the same time, it was a warning to those who might have designs against Dai Mubai—now that he had royal support, anyone who dared to oppose him would face severe consequences.

Today, Zhu Zhuqing wore a black dress with gold accents and black tights that hugged her legs, standing tall and elegant, exuding a youthful charm mixed with a touch of refined grace.

"Zhao Ming, does this dress look good on me?" Zhu Zhuqing twirled around, her smile as captivating as ever.

"Our Zhuqing looks beautiful no matter what she wears," Zhao Ming replied with a smile. Zhuqing was already stunning, and this dress made her look more mature, adding a unique charm.

"Today, we're going to break off the engagement, so the whole world knows that Dai Mubai is unworthy of you." Zhao Ming smiled as he took Zhu Zhuqing's hand.

"Mm, after today, I'll have nothing more to do with Dai Mubai. From now on, I'll be yours alone." Zhu Zhuqing smiled softly at Zhao Ming, her eyes filled with happiness.

As long as she had Zhao Ming, every day was filled with joy.

"Let's go." Zhao Ming smiled, holding Zhu Zhuqing's hand as they headed to meet Zhu Zizhao.

Today might be a joyful day for Dai Mubai, but it would also be a day of great sorrow for him.

To be publicly rejected in front of so many people—how devastated would he be?

Moreover, going to the palace today would allow Zhao Ming to complete his mission. He would finally be able to meet the beautiful Yun Yun, and his power would increase significantly as well.

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