Douluo : Diary System in Douluo Continent

Ning Rongrong was a little flustered and annoyed at Xiao Wu's words. "Hmph, don't bring up that hypocrite! I only acted that way in the original story because I didn't see Tang San's true nature. If Su Ming were to offer the same kind of celestial herbs, I might feel differently now, but that's because I've gotten to know him better this time!"

"Xiao Wu, don't forget, Su Ming doesn't know we can read his diary. Everything he writes reflects his true thoughts. He's amazing in every way—well, except for being a bit of a pervert. But my father is the same way, so I don't really mind. After all, Su Ming is bound to become a powerhouse in the end!"

Xiao Wu gave her a knowing look, silently thinking, Su Ming is already a powerhouse, okay? With his unparalleled defense and enough spiritual power, he's practically indestructible.

What Ning Rongrong didn't know was how terrifying Su Ming's eyes truly were. Su Ming hadn't written about this in his diary. Whether he had forgotten or simply couldn't be bothered to note it was unclear.

Su Ming: Do you think I had time to write that down that night?

That particular evening, Su Ming had been preoccupied with something extremely important. Because of this, he didn't document it in his diary after testing moves with Er Ming. Let's just say those who understand, understand…

As the argument between the two escalated, Zhu Zhuqing decided to intervene before it got any more embarrassing. "Alright, alright, let's focus on reading Su Ming's diary instead. Stop arguing—you're both right in your own ways. Let's not make this awkward for everyone."

She chuckled, unable to hold back her laughter.

Hearing this, Ning Rongrong suddenly asked, "Zhuqing, do you really feel nothing for Su Ming?"

Her words instantly caught Xiao Wu's attention, and she stared at Zhu Zhuqing with curiosity.

Under their piercing gazes, Zhu Zhuqing sighed. "Rongrong, Xiao Wu, you both know I'm still engaged to Dai Mubai. No matter how unwilling I am, I can't oppose an empire of that magnitude—unless my strength becomes formidable enough. But who knows if there's even enough time…"

"Stop, stop, stop!"

Before she could finish, Ning Rongrong cut her off. "Zhuqing, I'm asking if you have any feelings for Su Ming, not about your engagement. Don't change the subject!"

"And honestly, you don't need to worry about that, okay? As far as I know, the Xingluo Empire doesn't even have a Title Douluo. Their emperor might be one, but no one's ever seen him fight."

"You're engaged to Dai Mubai—so what? Xingluo Empire can't extend its reach to the Heaven Dou Empire, and even if they could, they wouldn't stand a chance against the Seven Treasures Glazed Tile Clan. Without the support of the Clear Sky Sect, Xingluo has no backing. If Grandpa Bone used his spatial abilities to bring Grandpa Sword and my father to assassinate their emperor, Xingluo couldn't stop them!"

This was Ning Rongrong's train of thought, though she couldn't help but wonder aloud, "But why haven't my father and the two grandpas done it? Even I can think of this simple solution!"

Zhu Zhuqing paused briefly before responding, "It's probably because of the Spirit Hall. The Hall is growing stronger by the day, standing as a barrier between the two empires. Without the empires' massive armies, the Spirit Hall could send a few high-level Title Douluo and wipe out the two empires along with other sects."

"If your father and the two elders assassinated Xingluo's emperor, it would undoubtedly throw the empire into chaos. That wouldn't benefit the Heaven Dou Empire. Both empires tacitly understand that their greatest enemy right now is the Spirit Hall."

Ning Rongrong nodded after some thought, admitting there was some truth to Zhu Zhuqing's words. The Spirit Hall's dominance was undeniable. Unless all the sects and both empires united, they stood no chance against it.

And that was assuming Qian Daoliu didn't intervene. If he did, their combined forces would be laughable.

Reflecting on Su Ming's diary entries, Ning Rongrong speculated that the Spirit Hall hadn't launched a full-scale attack for two reasons. First, Bibi Dong's strength had waned due to her Rakshasa God trials, and her strained relationship with Qian Daoliu forced her to keep a low profile. Second, Qian Daoliu seemed wary of Tang Chen from the Clear Sky Sect, unsure if he was still alive.

Ning Rongrong shook her head, reminding herself she was just a twelve-year-old kid. Why was she thinking so much? No conflict was better anyway—she couldn't bear to see Grandpa Sword and Grandpa Bone suffer like in the original story.

After composing herself, Ning Rongrong and Xiao Wu exchanged a glance and continued to stare at Zhu Zhuqing expectantly.

Knowing she couldn't escape, Zhu Zhuqing hesitated before finally speaking. "To be honest, I do have a certain degree of affection for Su Ming."

Hearing this, Ning Rongrong's eyes lit up with a fiery curiosity. Getting Zhu Zhuqing to admit her true feelings was no easy feat.

"But don't get the wrong idea. My feelings for Su Ming are mostly gratitude. Without him, I wouldn't have the strength I do now. I wouldn't have been able to escape the fate of relying on Dai Mubai like in the original story."

Xiao Wu tilted her head in confusion. "Zhuqing, are you sure you don't have even a little romantic feeling for Su Ming? Not even a tiny bit?"

Xiao Wu found it hard to believe. Aside from being a bit flirtatious, Su Ming was handsome, powerful, and had an extraordinary system.

With all these advantages, his flirtatious nature wasn't even a flaw anymore!

Faced with Xiao Wu's persistent questioning, Zhu Zhuqing decided to be honest. "If I said I didn't feel anything at all, I doubt you two would believe me, right?"

"As you both said, Su Ming is handsome, strong, and has an incredible system. Most importantly, he doesn't see women as mere resources. Back in Soto City, he even stood up for me and helped Rongrong deal with Dai Mubai. So yes, I do have a bit of romantic affection for him."

"But this isn't something I can focus on now. For me, improving my strength comes first!"

Then, Zhu Zhuqing, in an uncharacteristic moment of playfulness, teased Ning Rongrong. "Besides, Rongrong, didn't you notice how Su Ming pays more attention to you and Xiao Wu? You're such an easily swayed rich girl."

Su Ming: That's only because you're so aloof! Without the right opportunity, it's impossible to win you over. Might as well start with the easier target, Ning Rongrong!