Douluo : Capture the goddess starting from peerless tang sect

After the thrill with Xian Lin'er, she finally put her foot down, refusing to play such risky games with Qian Ran any longer.

Dismissed by Xian Lin'er, Qian Ran headed over to Shrek Academy's combat arena.

Today, there would be an advancement assessment here—only those who passed would advance to second-year.

Qian Ran hadn't attended many classes since arriving at Shrek Academy, yet his cultivation hadn't stagnated. He had already broken through to level 34. Qian Ran knew he progressed rapidly and, with an abundance of powerful companions and resources, he wasn't lacking anything. Therefore, he continuously compressed his soul power, refining it to its utmost potential.

This approach allowed him to maximize his combat power at each level.

Qian Ran wasn't in a rush for quick breakthroughs, as he had ample time, resources, and security.

Even so, his cultivation speed still made Dong'er and the others envious.

In short, Qian Ran was on another level.

"Huh? You actually showed up?" Seeing Qian Ran, Zhou Yi looked at him as though he were a rare sight. After all, Qian Ran barely attended class throughout the year, and many teachers had yet to even meet him.

"Hehe. If Teacher Zhou Yi dressed a bit more fashionably every day, I might be enchanted enough to stay in the classroom all the time," Qian Ran teased, eyeing Zhou Yi's figure. Her figure was excellent, but that stern, older mask she wore killed any allure.

Such a beautiful face hidden under a mask every day was a waste.

"Is that so?" Zhou Yi's cheeks flushed slightly under her mask, though it was hard to tell.

Since the last incident, Qian Ran had been increasingly unabashed around her.

His gaze…

As a young, often lonely wife whose husband rarely came home, Zhou Yi found it hard to resist Qian Ran's charm.

"I'm not joking."

The thought of turning the revered Zhou Yi into someone smitten with him was an exhilarating contrast for Qian Ran.

His gaze lingered over her curves, a mischievous glint in his eyes.

"I'll head over now, Teacher Zhou Yi."

Once Qian Ran left, Zhou Yi let out a breath she hadn't realized she was holding. His few words left her heart pounding, and she couldn't figure out his intentions—was he flirting with her or merely complimenting her?

What was she supposed to do?

Could she really…?

But that would be disloyal to Fan Yu. Despite her resentment over Fan Yu's frequent absences, she didn't feel it warranted such drastic thoughts…

Hastily, Zhou Yi headed to the restroom to clear her mind.

After a few minutes, she emerged.

"Could I really see Qian Ran as just an ordinary man?"

Qian Ran's strength, looks, and charisma were all top-notch—the kind most women would find irresistible. But how could she…? Perhaps it was Fan Yu's prolonged absence that made her feel so… vulnerable.

It wasn't that Zhou Yi was unfaithful; it was simply that Qian Ran's constant presence stirred emotions she rarely acknowledged. His appeal as a carefree, brilliant soul engineer around her in her solitude often sparked unfamiliar thoughts.

The assessment involved fighting soul beasts to test their strength and courage.

Since Qian Ran's last trip to the Extreme North, this was his first time back in class.

Ning Tian and Wu Feng quickly approached him.

"Qian Ran, you've been gone for so long! And you didn't even tell me when you got back." Ning Tian's big, expressive eyes glinted with a touch of hurt. She had been worried when he disappeared for over a month.

"Apologies. I only just got back and was swamped with other things, so I didn't have time to find you. I actually came here today just to watch your advancement assessment," Qian Ran said, a warm smile softening his gaze as Ning Tian's expression melted.

"Really?" Ning Tian's eyes sparkled, her heart brimming with happiness.

"Who knows if he's telling the truth?" Wu Feng huffed, feeling a bit annoyed. After Qian Ran had flirted with her last time, he'd just disappeared. What a jerk.

This scoundrel had probably been having a great time with Wang Dong'er and the others, leaving her and Ning Tian forgotten.

Of course, Ning Tian, in her lovestruck state, was easily taken in by Qian Ran's words.

"Oh? Sounds like you have a bone to pick with me, Wu Feng?"

After a month of not seeing these two beauties, Qian Ran was in high spirits.

He sidled up to Wu Feng and, with a sneaky grin, squeezed her backside.

"Ah!"

Wu Feng straightened up like a startled bird, her face instantly flushing crimson.

"It's nothing, I just… suddenly didn't feel well," Wu Feng stammered, her face still red.

"Oh." Ning Tian's attention quickly returned to Qian Ran, as she had so much to say after not seeing him for so long. He looked even more dashing, with an aura that felt more powerful than before—likely due to his recent progress.

Meanwhile, Wang Dong'er and Xiao Xiao watched from a distance. They were aware of Ning Tian's feelings for Qian Ran and, through spending time together, had grown to accept her.

As Qian Ran chatted with Ning Tian, he kept his hand on Wu Feng's backside.

Wu Feng stood there, feeling utterly at a loss.

The tingling sensation made her knees weak.

"Don't move. Stay close to me so Ning Tian doesn't notice. You wouldn't want her to find out her dear friend is… backstabbing her, would you?" Qian Ran whispered to Wu Feng, a sly smile on his lips.

Wu Feng didn't dare move and even leaned closer to Qian Ran. With them standing so close, Ning Tian couldn't see what he was up to.

The thought of covering for Qian Ran while he took advantage of her left Wu Feng feeling ashamed and anxious.

This scoundrel had returned to class just to mess with her! What would happen if Ning Tian noticed and misunderstood their relationship?

Ning Tian adored Qian Ran. If she misinterpreted things, she'd never look at Wu Feng the same way again. And as Ning Tian's subordinate, Wu Feng feared she might even lose her place at Shrek Academy if Ning Tian turned against her.

So, despite her unwillingness, Wu Feng played along, staying calm and giving nothing away. Had Ning Tian not been there, Wu Feng would have confronted Qian Ran immediately.

(End of chapter)