Douluo: Soul-Breaking spear

Chapter 91: The Little Witch Shows Her Might

After returning to the crown prince's residence, Xue Qinghe wore a dark expression. She hadn't expected that her attempt to communicate with Yang Potian would end with him grabbing her hand and resting a hand on her shoulder. As a young woman herself, she felt as if she had somehow been taken advantage of.

At that moment, Snake Spear Douluo emerged from the shadows. "Young Master, do you need me to eliminate that brat?"

Xue Qinghe shot him a glare. "Who told you to make a move on him? I'll deal with Yang Potian myself. You were at the scene just now—what's his current spirit power level?"

"Young Master, from what I observed, Yang Potian should already be at the Soul Ancestor level, with spirit power far stronger than your typical level 41 or 42."

"So, you're saying he's around level 43 or 44?"

"Exactly, and from observing him over the past few days, Yang Potian's strength is even greater than the power-wielding beast spirit, Chen Jinshui. His fourth spirit ring must have a high age limit and is likely from a powerful beast. He took over a month to hunt for it, so it's probably another top-level spirit beast."

Xue Qinghe considered this for a moment before speaking again. "Yang Potian's talent is extraordinary. He's highly dedicated to his training, and each of his spirit rings has come from powerful beasts, enhancing his strength. If I could win him over to my side, his future potential could be invaluable."

"But, Young Master, Spirit Hall and the Po Zhi Clan have been enemies for years," Snake Spear Douluo cautioned.

"Old grievances can be smoothed over with the right approach. I'm confident I can ease those tensions and gain his loyalty."

Seeing her determination, Snake Spear Douluo simply bowed and disappeared back into the shadows.

Reflecting on Yang Potian's gestures earlier, Xue Qinghe felt a slight flush rising in her cheeks. "You little scoundrel, daring to take advantage of me—I'll have to make you pay someday."

Meanwhile, Yang Potian felt relieved. This incident would probably keep Xue Qinghe quiet for a while.

However, before he could savor this reprieve, he was surprised to find that the "little witch" Ning Rongrong had arrived at Heaven Dou Imperial Academy again, this time all by herself.

Potian was only about thirteen and a half, while Ning Rongrong was still a young girl of just over eight. But despite her age, Rongrong was exceptionally sharp and full of schemes.

After spending only a day with the team, she quietly approached Potian. "Brother Yang, are you secretly in love with Sister Lingling? I can tell that the way you look at her has changed, and you seem to be much more affectionate than before."

Potian hastily denied it. "What would a kid like you know about love? Lingling is my teammate and, as her captain, it's natural that I'd look out for her."

"Then why don't you pay that much attention to Sister Yan, or to me?" she asked, rolling her eyes.

"I've always treated Yan well, especially helping her with her training and spirit control. As for you, Rongrong, you're not even a Heaven Dou student. How could you be part of our team?"

Rongrong looked at him with disdain. "Keep playing dumb, then. I wonder how long you'll keep this up. Also, did you really just say I'm not part of the academy? Should I go expose you right now?"

Potian quickly relented to the little girl. "Rongrong, just keep quiet about it, and you'll officially be on our Heaven Dou Academy team in no time."

"Then why did you mess with my training ground design? I worked hard to arrange it just right, but as soon as I left, you undid it."

"Fine, Rongrong. You're the boss; we'll do it your way," Potian sighed as the little witch strolled off, leaving him exasperated. He couldn't help but recall how Ning Rongrong had once played the role of a sweet girl back at Shrek Academy. But here at Heaven Dou, she didn't even bother pretending. With her true personality revealed, he worried about how he'd manage the team from now on.

Potian thought the incident had blown over, but the next day, when he arrived at the training field, everyone was giving him sympathetic looks, and Ye Lingling seemed particularly downcast.

Unable to take the strange looks any longer, Potian approached Yang Ping'an in the evening. "Ping'an, what's going on? Why was everyone looking at me so strangely today?"

Yang Ping'an hesitated, seeming reluctant to explain.

"Just tell me, Ping'an. I'm the captain. I can handle it."

After a moment's thought, Ping'an finally spoke up. "Brother, relationships are only one part of life. Don't let it consume you."

Potian was confused. "Ping'an, what are you talking about? Just tell me what's going on."

"Well… it started yesterday. Rumor has it that you're secretly in love with Ye Lingling but are too afraid to confess. They say you went off for over a month just to escape your inner turmoil."

Potian was speechless. "Who started this nonsense? How could people believe such rumors? Don't they know me by now?"

Ping'an fidgeted uncomfortably. "Apparently, it was Rongrong who said it. She claims she overheard you muttering to yourself about it in your room."

Grinding his teeth, Potian muttered, "Little witch! So, she decided to target me now, did she?"

Potian stormed out, determined to confront her. He found Ning Rongrong with Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling, the three of them laughing and chatting together.

Gritting his teeth, Potian demanded, "Ning Rongrong! Why did you spread those rumors about me?"

Rongrong feigned innocence. "I didn't spread any rumors. Did I say anything wrong? Aren't you secretly in love with Sister Lingling? Aren't you too scared to confess? And didn't you disappear for over a month?"

Potian found himself momentarily speechless. All three things she'd mentioned were technically true, making it difficult to refute her.

Rongrong continued smugly, "What's wrong? Judging by your reaction, I'd say I hit the nail on the head. You men just can't admit it when you're caught."

Potian nearly choked in frustration. Dugu Yan and Ye Lingling covered their mouths, struggling to contain their laughter.

After glancing at Rongrong's smug expression and then at the two girls holding back laughter, Potian seemed to reach a decision.

Without warning, he walked up to Ye Lingling, wrapped his arms around her, and pulled her into a hug. Everyone froze in shock at the unexpected gesture.

(End of Chapter)

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