Douluo: Two brothers in douluo

Ning Rongrong froze as she saw Dai Mubai's serious expression. A shiver ran down her spine.

She knew full well that Dai Mubai didn't have the best reputation. On the day they registered for Shrek Academy, someone had already come looking for him.

Would someone like that be joking now?

Panic overtook her as Ning Rongrong darted her eyes around, realizing that there was no one else nearby. Only she and Dai Mubai were there.

Her back went cold, sweat breaking out across her skin.

She was a Level 26 auxiliary-type spirit master—how could she stand a chance against Dai Mubai, a Level 40 assault-type battle spirit master?

"Y-You… Don't come any closer!" Ning Rongrong stammered, her voice quivering as tears threatened to fall.

"Heh heh heh…"

Dai Mubai curled his lips into a sinister smile. Under the moonlight, his figure looked almost villainous.

The sight left Ning Rongrong stunned and even more terrified.

In her panic, she bolted toward the academy gate without a second thought.

"Ha! You think you can play games with me? Come back after practicing for two more years!"

Dai Mubai dropped his eerie expression, placing his hands behind his head as he strolled leisurely toward the gate.

Even Ning Rongrong wasn't the only one startled—her hidden Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect protectors were also spooked by Dai Mubai's "villain laugh."

"As terrifying as this!" one of them whispered to himself.

But seeing that Dai Mubai had no ill intentions and was merely teasing Ning Rongrong, they let out sighs of relief.

After all, if they stepped in, Ning Rongrong would have to return to the sect immediately…

Ning Rongrong's face was pale as she sprinted to the academy gates. There, Flender and the others were just preparing to set off.

The sight of her crying, panic-stricken face confused everyone.

"What's going on? Why is Miss Ning—the little witch—crying?"

"Dai Mubai… Dai Mubai's a monster! He actually tried to—"

Ning Rongrong sobbed as she clung to Flender like he was her lifeline.

"Ning Rongrong, don't you dare slander me!"

Dai Mubai's voice rang out from behind her, loud and clear.

"I, Dai Mubai, walk a righteous path. I merely came to comfort you! I didn't expect you to run off like that!"

Hearing this, Ning Rongrong's face went even paler as she trembled.

"Somebody… Somebody help me kill him! Kill Dai Mubai!"

"If anyone kills Dai Mubai, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will call you a friend!"

Her panicked gaze landed on Tang San. "Tang San! Yes, you! Kill him for me, and I'll give you gold soul coins…"

Tang San's face darkened immediately.

Him? Take money to do someone else's dirty work? As a proud disciple of the Tang Sect, he wouldn't stoop so low.

When Tang San ignored her, Ning Rongrong's gaze shifted to Ma Hongjun.

But before she could say a word, Ma Hongjun darted behind Flender, his plump figure moving faster than ever.

"Oscar! You like me, don't you?" Ning Rongrong cried, eyes locking onto Oscar. "Kill Dai Mubai, and I'll give you a chance to court me!"

Oscar froze, completely dumbfounded. Half an hour ago, he'd had some innocent affection for Ning Rongrong.

Given her powerful background, being with her could've greatly benefited his future as a spirit master.

But now? It was painfully clear that Ning Rongrong didn't see him as a person at all.

What could a food-type spirit master like him do? Attack Dai Mubai with sausages?

"Apologies. I was foolish to like you earlier. I'm no match for Boss Dai—find someone else."

Oscar sighed, his face falling. His romantic dream had ended before it even began.

"Coward!" Ning Rongrong hissed, her eyes blazing as she turned to Xiao Wu and Zhu Zhuqing.

"Xiao Wu! Zhuqing! Help me! The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will reward you greatly!"

Xiao Wu opened her mouth to say something, but Tang San pulled her back.

Tang San could feel that Dai Mubai's identity was anything but simple. They couldn't afford to provoke him right now.

Besides, Xiao Wu couldn't possibly defeat Dai Mubai. If it came down to a fight, Tang San would have to intervene.

Zhu Zhuqing, however, narrowed her eyes and glared coldly at Ning Rongrong.

"Netherworld Civet Possession!"

In an instant, Zhu Zhuqing's martial spirit erupted. She lunged forward toward Ning Rongrong with deadly intent.

No one insults my betrothed, no matter his past mistakes. If Dai Mubai says he's innocent, then he's innocent.

"Enough!"

Flender roared, releasing a powerful wave of spirit pressure that swept across the area.

If he hadn't intervened, one of the girls might've died tonight.

"You… You were going to kill me?" Ning Rongrong stared blankly at Zhu Zhuqing, her face deathly pale.

Her voice trembled with disbelief. Zhu Zhuqing—her roommate—had actually intended to kill her.

Then again… Zhu Zhuqing was Dai Mubai's fiancée.

"Zhuqing, stand down. Don't let this spoil your mood."

Dai Mubai stepped forward and gently placed a hand on Zhu Zhuqing's shoulder, calming her down.

Zhu Zhuqing obediently withdrew her martial spirit but continued glaring at Ning Rongrong with icy hostility.

Dai Mubai turned to Ning Rongrong, his voice cold.

"Ning Rongrong, do you think your status as the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's princess scares everyone?"

Ning Rongrong and the others froze, surprised by his words.

The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect was one of the Upper Three Sects—the greatest auxiliary sect on the continent. They also had two Titled Douluo guarding them.

How could Dai Mubai dare speak to her like this?

Before anyone could respond, Dai Mubai patted his chest and declared loudly,

"I… am Dai Mubai, Third Prince of the Star Luo Empire!"

"Even if I'm not the favored son, your father would still have to address me as 'Third Prince Your Highness' when we meet."

The group fell silent.

The Star Luo Empire was known for its iron-fisted rule and warlike nature. Royal authority in Star Luo was absolute.

Ning Rongrong's mind reeled. Dai Mubai—a prince of Star Luo Empire?!

Tang San, Xiao Wu, Oscar, and Ma Hongjun stared at Dai Mubai in disbelief.

"Miss Ning, it seems my humble Shrek Academy truly can't hold someone like you," Flender sighed, shaking his head.

(End of Chapter)