Chapter 26: Zhao Ming Gets Hurt

If Zhao Ming knew what Xiao Wu was truly thinking, he might have burst into laughter. Tang Hao truly was a master of the surprise attack!

Unfortunately, Zhao Ming was still in the dormitory training and had no idea about the danger Xiao Wu was in. In recent days, Xiao Wu had often sparred with Tang San, and Zhao Ming hadn't been accompanying her every day.

Caught by a Title Douluo, Xiao Wu recognized she had no means to resist. Even when she was a ten-thousand-year soul beast, she would have been no match for a Title Douluo exuding such a terrifying aura. How much more so now?

Reflecting on her life, she felt she had already been quite happy.

She had a loving mother, a caring boyfriend, and good friends like Zhao Ming and others…

But, Mom, I'm sorry. I might not be able to avenge you. And Zhao Ming, if you find out I've disappeared tomorrow, will you be very sad? A tear rolled down her cheek as she slowly closed her eyes.

"You're different from those soul beasts," Tang Hao said, observing Xiao Wu with a frown, a hint of curiosity in his voice. "What's wrong? Aren't you scared?"

"Scared? What good is fear? I've seen through the faces of humans. You'll stop at nothing for our soul rings and soul bones. Although we soul beasts are seen as ruthless creatures, aren't you humans even more cruel?" Xiao Wu opened her eyes and glared at Tang Hao.

"Hmph, survival of the fittest. There's nothing to discuss," Tang Hao replied, momentarily taken aback by Xiao Wu's words.

"Survival of the fittest, huh? Since I've fallen into your hands today, go ahead. Don't dream of insulting the dignity of a ten-thousand-year soul beast," Xiao Wu said dismissively.

"Why do you harbor such hostility toward us humans? Maybe I won't kill you," Tang Hao asked, confused.

For Xiao Wu, the idea that humans wouldn't harm soul beasts was the most ridiculous joke.

"My mother died at the hands of your kind. Do you really wonder why I have such animosity toward you?" After a brief moment of bitterness, Xiao Wu stared coldly at Tang Hao.

"So you reincarnated to seek revenge?" Tang Hao exclaimed in surprise.

"That's right. You'd best kill me now; otherwise, when I grow stronger, I won't spare you," Xiao Wu replied, her gaze icy.

Feeling the chill in Xiao Wu's eyes, Tang Hao fell silent.

The importance of a ten-thousand-year soul beast to soul masters was undeniable, especially one who had reincarnated and hadn't yet grown strong.

If news got out that a ten-thousand-year soul beast had been reborn in Nuoding City, it would undoubtedly attract countless soul masters.

While they might not be able to deal with a ten-thousand-year soul beast, a reincarnated one was a different story.

Even if they couldn't absorb its soul ring, selling its soul bones would fetch a fortune.

For Tang Hao, despite being a Title Douluo who couldn't absorb a ten-thousand-year soul ring, he still desired the soul bones. Gaining even one more ten-thousand-year soul bone might allow him to compete with the powerful figures of the Spirit Hall.

"Don't worry; I'll give you a quick death," Tang Hao said.

With that, Tang Hao slowly raised his left hand and began to channel his soul power.

A stream of soul power surged toward Xiao Wu, powerful enough to easily kill a soul master.

"Xiao Wu, don't!" As Zhao Ming emerged from the dormitory and saw Tang Hao preparing to strike Xiao Wu, his expression changed.

He hadn't expected Tang Hao to return. He had let his guard down.

Earlier, when he was dealing with Tang San, he had analyzed that it was nearly impossible for Tang Hao to come after him.

Zhao Ming thought of it this way: Tang San and he were like kindergarten students, while Nuoding City was a kindergarten. Even if Tang San had a background, it wouldn't make sense for a man from a prominent family to attack a mere child.

Cough, cough, while the analogy was odd—especially since why would kindergarteners have girlfriends? In reality, there were indeed situations where young children paired off in relationships. It was something that sparked quite a bit of humor online.

Zhao Ming's reasoning was still logical. In recent days, Tang Hao hadn't sought trouble with him. But Xiao Wu was different; she was a soul beast, a ten-thousand-year soul beast.

In the original story, Tang Hao did not kill Xiao Wu because she was close to his son, and in a way, she was like a daughter-in-law. But now, things were different. Xiao Wu and Tang San were not on good terms, so Tang Hao naturally felt tempted by the soul bones on Xiao Wu's body.

Zhao Ming dashed toward Xiao Wu. His martial spirit was immediately activated, and an ancient, ferocious beast's aura surged forth. A phantom of a black, fierce bird appeared behind him, greatly enhancing his physical capabilities.

As a flying-type soul beast, the ancient immortal bird was extremely fast.

In a burst of speed, Zhao Ming grabbed Xiao Wu and turned to evade Tang Hao's attack.

Unfortunately, Tang Hao's soul power strike was too swift. Even though it was merely an offhand attack, it still managed to injure Zhao Ming.

As Zhao Ming turned sideways, the stream of soul power grazed past his back.

"Argh."

Zhao Ming involuntarily gasped in pain, the sharp agony from his back signifying that his injury was serious.

"Zhao Ming, why did you come? You shouldn't have!" Xiao Wu exclaimed, her voice trembling. Tears blurred her vision as she realized how badly Zhao Ming was hurt. It felt as though a massive stone was crushing her chest, making it hard to breathe.

Zhao Ming's back was already a mess of blood and flesh. Holding onto him, her hands became smeared with his blood.

"Because I love you," Zhao Ming gently replied, wiping away Xiao Wu's tears.

Such a straightforward declaration.

Hearing Zhao Ming's words, Xiao Wu felt a tremor in her heart.

Tang Hao was also taken aback. This scene was reminiscent of his own past.

It had been A Yin who protected him; it had been A Yin who sacrificed her life to save him.

Once upon a time, A Yin had fallen before him in a similar manner. Yet she was no longer there. If given another chance, he would protect her and ensure she suffered no harm.

Watching this unfold, Tang Hao clenched his fists.

Looking at Xiao Wu, he felt no more killing intent. At least for now, he no longer wished to harm her.

Tang Hao abruptly pulled out a medicine vial and tossed it to Xiao Wu, saying, "This is for healing and stopping blood loss. Pour it on the wounds, or he will bleed out."

"You're hurt. You have to be careful!" Xiao Wu cried out, panic evident in her eyes.

"Today, I won't kill you. But in the future, mind your actions," Tang Hao remarked coolly.

After saying that, Tang Hao swiftly departed, vanishing into the night.

Zhao Ming and Xiao Wu were left behind, grappling with the weight of the moment.

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𝙄 𝙬𝙖𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙖 𝙢𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙚𝙭𝙥𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙢𝙮 𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙢𝙚 𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙟𝙤𝙪𝙧𝙣𝙚𝙮. 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙗𝙪𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙖 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡 𝙙𝙞𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚!

𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼:

• 𝘽𝙤𝙜𝙙𝙖𝙣 𝙋𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙨𝙘𝙪

• 𝙅𝙘𝟭𝟮𝟬𝟮

• 𝘼𝙝𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙟𝙖𝙝

𝗔𝘀 𝗮 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻, 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘂𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸:

• 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀: 𝙂𝙚𝙩 𝟯𝟱+ 𝙖𝙙𝙫𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙙 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙤𝙛 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙚𝙡𝙨𝙚.

• 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁-𝗢𝘂𝘁: 𝙍𝙚𝙘𝙚𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙖 𝙨𝙥𝙚𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙥𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙖𝙨 𝙖 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙮𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙨𝙪𝙥𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩!

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹𝘀 𝗺𝘆 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽𝘀 𝗺𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆. 𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂'𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗲𝘁, 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝘀!

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