Douluo Dalu 2: The True God King-Chapter 216: [DD2]:

The massive fireball was frozen, but the power of the Ultimate Fire within it began to backlash. In the clash between ice and fire, an explosion erupted.

The simultaneous explosion of two opposing forces—Ultimate Ice and Ultimate Fire—resulted in an unbelievably destructive force.

It was as if a small nuclear blast had gone off. The unleashed energy instantly swept through an area of several hundred meters, leaving a massive crater over a hundred meters in diameter. The shockwaves continued to ripple outward, devastating the surroundings.

Layers of soil were blown apart, and cracks as wide as an arm spread across the ground. The earth seemed to have been torn apart in an instant.

The energy spread so quickly that if left unchecked, it could have turned the area within several kilometers into a wasteland.

Su Yu had already retreated at lightning speed, and so had Di Mingli. Both emerged unscathed, but neither could halt the rampaging energy.

The violent aftermath of ice and fire clashing had exceeded all expectations.

At that moment, a figure appeared amid the explosion.

Overwhelming darkness descended, swallowing everything. The raging storm of ice and fire disappeared silently under the shroud of that profound darkness.

Facing this abyss-like darkness, Su Yu felt a shiver run through him—a deep, instinctive fear.

Ultimate Darkness.

A terrifying power capable of devouring and annihilating everything.

When the storm subsided, Di Tian stood in the center, draped in a black robe, his long hair billowing in the wind.

He looked at them on opposite sides and sighed in exasperation.

"Next time you fight, do it in the mixed area."

This place was too close to the Lake of Life. Their earlier attacks had nearly caused significant damage to it, forcing Di Tian to step in.

Su Yu scratched his head awkwardly, while Di Mingli avoided eye contact.

Who would have thought that the clash between Ultimate Ice and Ultimate Fire would cause such a catastrophic reaction? The collision of these two forces was far too violent and destructive.

Without saying another word, Di Tian vanished into thin air, leaving a streak of golden light behind.

Di Mingli stepped forward and appeared before Su Yu.

"Still want to fight?"

Su Yu smiled wryly and asked.

Di Mingli shook her head, clearly having lost the desire to continue after the unexpected incident.

"You've improved a lot," she remarked, her voice calm as she looked at Su Yu.

Three years ago, she could have easily defeated Su Yu without breaking a sweat. But now, even she couldn't guarantee victory.

Su Yu exuded an aura of danger she hadn't sensed before.

"Not as much as you. Your talent is truly enviable," Su Yu sighed, gently patting Di Mingli on the head.

If the fight had continued, Su Yu estimated he had an 80% chance of losing.

Di Mingli was a bona fide rival to the ordinary Titled Douluo, while Su Yu still struggled to match that level of power.

If he advanced to the Soul Emperor rank, he might stand a decent chance. But for now, Su Yu felt he was still a step away.

The gap in soul power was too significant.

Unlike the watered-down Titled Douluo in the first Douluo series, those in the second series had Soul Cores, making them far more formidable opponents.

While Su Yu was strong, achieving an instantaneous leap in power was out of reach.

Still, against Soul Douluo—whether from Shrek Academy or among the Evil Soul Masters—Su Yu felt confident.

Anyone with fewer than nine soul rings? He'd gladly test his mettle against them.

While he couldn't guarantee victory, he was confident in escaping unscathed.

"You're already quite remarkable. I can sense you're holding back a lot of your power," Di Mingli said, perhaps worried Su Yu might feel disheartened.

Su Yu felt a warmth in his heart as he gently stroked her fur.

But if he had hidden much of his strength, hadn't she done the same?

Su Yu hadn't forgotten that her greatest strength lay in her spiritual power.

In terms of spiritual energy, Di Mingli had unparalleled innate talent.

Her spiritual power was her true trump card.

The Three-Eyed Golden Lion—truly an all-around super soul beast—was terrifying in every sense.

"Come on, take a walk with me," Su Yu said softly, patting her head.

"Sure~"

Di Mingli responded cheerfully and accompanied Su Yu for a stroll along the Lake of Life.

...

Far away, at Clear Sky Castle.

Inside the main hall of the Clear Sky Clan, Niu Tian looked helplessly at the young woman before him.

"Dong'er, have you made up your mind?"

Across from Niu Tian stood a radiant young woman.

She was about 1.73 meters tall, with striking pink-blue hair that stood out.

Her face was delicate, her features elegant, and her long eyelashes framed a pair of lively pink-blue eyes.

She wore a light blue gown that gave her the appearance of a noble little princess.

"Big Uncle, I've already decided. I'm just going out to have some fun," Wang Dong'er said in a voice as crisp as silver bells.

"You're being reckless. What you're doing is ridiculous."

"If others find out, they'll laugh at you."

Niu Tian shook his head with a sigh.

Wang Dong'er pouted and said, "If you don't tell, and I don't tell, then no one will know."

"Besides, I've already taken a two-year leave of absence. There won't be any problems."

"What you're doing is unprecedented. Ridiculous!" Niu Tian grumbled.

"Hehe, then I'll be the first to do it," Wang Dong'er giggled.

"You... I really can't do anything about you."

Niu Tian relented, saying, "I'll write a letter. It's a bit late, but it should still suffice. After all, the Clear Sky Clan still holds some sway."

"Thank you, Big Uncle!"

Wang Dong'er 's face lit up with joy.

"Do you like that boy so much?" Niu Tian suddenly asked.

This content is taken from fгee𝑤ebɳoveɭ.cøm.

Her smile froze, and her cheeks flushed as she stammered, "Who... Who said I like him? I don't like him at all!"

"He's so flirty and annoying. I can't stand him!"

"Oh? Is he that terrible?"

"Then I'll have Tai Tan teach him a lesson."

Niu Tian's tone turned serious, his expression stern.

Wang Dong'er panicked and quickly protested, "No, you can't!"

Hearing that Tai Tan might go after him, she became visibly anxious.

How could she let that happen? Tai Tan's heavy-handed ways could seriously injure him.

Absolutely not!

In her urgency, she even forgot that Tai Tan couldn't possibly approach Su Yu.

"Oh? Why not?"

"Don't you dislike him?" Niu Tian teased with a knowing smile.

"I... I just want to teach him a lesson myself. There's no need to trouble Second Uncle," Wang Dong'er said softly, her face slightly flushed.

Niu Tian burst into laughter. "Fine, fine, if you say you don't like him, then you don't. Anyway, that boy is far from an ideal match for you."

Wang Dong'er instinctively retorted, "Actually, he's... not so bad."

"Hmm?"

Looking up, she locked eyes with Niu Tian's teasing expression. Her face turned beet red in an instant. How could she not realize she'd been baited? Niu Tian had said that deliberately.

Niu Tian gave her a deep look. Indeed, daughters become harder to hold on to as they grow. He couldn't help but wonder—was that boy the one chosen by that God King up there? Considering the boy's astounding talent, it was a strong possibility.

With someone so powerful accompanying him, it wasn't likely the boy was ordinary. And knowing Tang San, he wouldn't go out of his way to send Wang Dong'er over to someone unworthy. At least Wang Dong'er genuinely liked the boy; otherwise, this might have turned into another tragedy.

"Dong'er, if you get a chance, bring him home so we can check him out for you," Niu Tian said.

Wang Dong'er didn't respond; her face only grew hotter.

"Alright, alright, go get ready. I'll write the letter to smooth out the obstacles for you," Niu Tian said with a chuckle.

"Thank you, Big Uncle!" Wang Dong'er smiled sweetly, then bounded out of the hall like a playful rabbit.

As Niu Tian watched her retreating figure, his smile gradually faded. "Second Brother, I'll have to trouble you again this time. Make sure to keep Dong'er safe."

Tai Tan slapped his chest confidently. "No problem! Leave it to me."

Niu Tian rolled his eyes. You big oaf—how can I possibly be at ease with you handling this?

"This time, Dong'er will likely meet that boy. Be cautious, and avoid conflict with the people backing him. But most importantly, don't let Dong'er get hurt. I suspect that the boy already knows the truth about Dong'er and is just pretending otherwise. Compared to him, Dong'er is far too innocent."

"This... really? Could he be that cunning?" Tai Tan asked skeptically. "That brat doesn't seem like he has the brains for that."

"Light Goddess Butterfly is not an obscure martial soul. While rare, it's documented in ancient texts. Do you think someone with his background wouldn't recognize it or know its traits?"

"Ah, right... That makes sense," Tai Tan muttered, realization dawning. "That brat's from a prestigious family. He must've known all along. So he's been sharing a dorm with Dong'er knowing her true identity? He's definitely up to no good!"

Tai Tan clenched his fists, his face serious. At last, a justifiable reason to fight! He laughed inwardly, already plotting how to take the boy down.

"Whether he's up to something or not doesn't matter. What matters is that Dong'er is willingly throwing herself at him," Niu Tian said with a sigh. "That little girl is just like Xiao Wu back in the day, charging into love like a moth to a flame. Let's just hope that boy doesn't turn out to be another Tang San."

"That's impossible. That brat's nothing like him."

"Shh!"

"Oh, right! Shh!" Tai Tan quickly covered his mouth, terrified of being overheard.

"Alright. Just focus on protecting Dong'er. Leave everything else alone," Niu Tian said with a stretch.

Tai Tan nodded on the surface, but in his mind, he was already scheming. There's no way I'm not getting a good fight out of this. It's been too long since I've sparred with that old turtle...

...

At the Lake of Life.

Su Yu yawned and opened his eyes to the rising sun. The morning air by the Lake of Life was crisp, carrying a slight chill.

He was lounging comfortably on the soft, warm belly of Di Mingli, while the tiny Snow Empress curled up in his arms, sound asleep.

Su Yu couldn't help but feel content. Everything about this moment felt perfect—resting on a divine beast and holding a serene little Snow Empress. No complaints here.

He gazed at the Snow Empress's peaceful face. Her cheeks were slightly flushed, her features delicate, and her long lashes curled like little brushes. She looked so serene and beautiful that his heart felt inexplicably calm.

For the longest time, Su Yu thought he was a restless person, always calculating and on edge. He was nothing like Wang Dong'er—a simple and innocent little butterfly. Instead, he was more like Juzi—cunning and resourceful.

But unlike Juzi, Su Yu had more talent, better resources, and a much less quirky way of thinking. At least he considered himself normal. Juzi... well, her obsession sometimes bordered on insanity. Then again, with the hatred she carried, a little madness was understandable.

As Su Yu's thoughts drifted, he eventually brought himself back to the present. The cool breeze carried the fresh scent of the lake, making him feel completely at ease.

He loved life here in the Star Dou Forest. It was pure and simple—no scheming, no backstabbing. Unlike the human world, where one misstep could mean ruin, the forest's primal laws felt refreshingly honest.

Despite the harsh survival of the fittest, the lack of human deceit made it a paradise in comparison. The forest felt like a sanctuary, a hidden utopia. If only he could stay here forever.

But deep down, Su Yu knew he couldn't linger. He had responsibilities to return to.

As the sun climbed higher and the morning mist dissipated, the Snow Empress began to stir. Su Yu gently helped her wake up, washed her face, and even prepared her breakfast—a routine he'd grown fond of.

Fish soup and a few spiritual fruits—simple, light, yet delicious. Su Yu preferred keeping breakfast refreshing and wholesome.

Leaning against the warm body of Di Mingli, Su Yu savored the tranquility of the moment. Life here truly felt like a dream.