With a "whoosh," Bibi Dong suddenly stood up from her throne!
Because of the rapid movement, the luxurious robes swayed, and her stunningly long legs, encased in black silk, drew a captivating shadow in the lamplight inside the tent.
Her phoenix eyes were fixed on the words on the sky, her beautiful face filled with astonishment.
"The Golden Crocodile King... is only ranked twentieth?"
Bibi Dong's voice carried a tremor that even she herself was unaware of.
This was completely beyond her expectations.
She was well aware of the strength of those old guys in the Offering Hall.
Golden Crocodile Douluo's Golden Crocodile King Martial Soul is definitely one of the top Martial Souls on the continent.
But now, it has become the bottom of the list.
"teacher..."
Standing beside her, Hu Liena also covered her red lips, her beautiful eyes filled with surprise and doubt.
"This...this means that above the Golden Crocodile King, there are at least nineteen more powerful Martial Souls?"
"How is this possible? Where did so many unheard-of experts come from on the continent?"
Hu Liena's words plunged the air inside the tent into a deathly silence.
Bibi Dong did not answer; her beautiful phoenix eyes narrowed slightly, gleaming with a deep light.
silence.
A long silence followed.
Are there really so many powerful martial spirits hidden in the mainland?
Who is behind this list?
A series of thoughts flashed through her mind.
After a long while, the shock on Bibi Dong's face slowly faded, replaced by an even more fervent ambition and determination.
She sat back on the throne, but this time, her posture was much more upright, and she exuded the supreme majesty of a pope.
"Nana".
She spoke softly.
"Pass down my orders."
Hu Liena immediately bowed: "Please give your instructions, teacher."
A faint smile appeared on Bibi Dong's lips, but her voice carried an undeniable will.
"Anyone who can make it onto this Martial Soul Ranking, regardless of who they are, their background, or their stance, will be the most outstanding genius of this era."
"Such talent must be put to use by our Martial Soul Empire!"
"No matter the cost, we must do our best to win them over and make their acquaintances!"
Her gaze turned to the sky again, as if trying to pierce through the golden curtain.
"As for this newly broken through... Golden Crocodile Douluo."
"We also need to find a way to bring him under our control completely."
"He will be an important cornerstone of my great cause of unifying the continent."
...
On the other side, outside Jialing Pass.
Before the army of the Heaven Dou Empire, the Shrek Seven Devils and Grandmaster Yu Xiaogang all looked up at the vast God Ranking in the sky, their faces frozen in deep shock.
"The Golden Crocodile King... is only ranked twentieth?"
Such a violent fluctuation appeared in Dai Mubai's sinister eyes that he couldn't help but gasp.
"This...how is this possible!"
Yu Xiaogang's expression was solemn. He pushed up his glasses, and his eyes behind the lenses gleamed with thoughtful light.
He said in a deep voice:
"The Golden Crocodile King Martial Soul, in terms of quality, is definitely superior to the inherited Martial Soul of my Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan."
"Its explosive power and defensive capabilities are among the best in the entire Beast Martial Soul system."
"Such a powerful martial spirit is only at the bottom of the list..."
He didn't finish his sentence, but everyone present understood his unspoken meaning.
This list is incredibly complex and unfathomable!
Dai Mubai clenched his fist, his knuckles turning slightly white from the force.
"That's right, the Golden Crocodile King is a true top-tier beast spirit. In terms of pure offense and defense, it is in no way inferior to my Evil-Eyed White Tiger."
His tone was heavy, tinged with frustration.
Zhu Zhuqing, who had always been silent, also parted her lips slightly at this moment, her voice carrying a faint sigh.
Her voluptuous figure, outlined by the tight black leather outfit, was slightly taut, revealing stunning curves.
"Even a senior like Golden Crocodile Douluo, his martial soul can only be ranked twentieth."
"Even if my Netherworld Cat manages to make the list by chance, I'm afraid... I'll only be at the very bottom, or even... I won't be qualified to be on the list at all."
Her words made everyone's hearts sink even further.
Ning Rongrong's pretty face was now filled with surprise and uncertainty.
She wore a light blue dress that made her skin look snow-white and gave her a noble air.
"The Golden Crocodile King is only twentieth... then where would my father's Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda and my Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda rank?"
No one could answer that question for her.
Tang San, who had been observing the sky, slowly spoke, breaking the silence.
"The situation is much more complicated than we imagined."
"This Martial Soul Ranking will likely disrupt the entire continent's situation."
His handsome face was furrowed, and a purplish-gold light flashed deep in his eyes, as if he were deducing something.
Xiao Wu leaned gently against him, her soft, boneless body emitting a faint fragrance.
Her long, slender legs, encased in pink stockings, were straight and perfectly proportioned, and became even more breathtaking as she tiptoed.
She tilted her delicate face up to look at Tang San, her bright eyes filled with trust.
"Third Brother, no matter what, I believe you'll definitely be number one!"
The girl's clear voice, filled with unwavering determination, made Tang San's tightly furrowed brows relax slightly.
After the initial shock, Ma Hongjun, standing to the side, regained his confidence.
He puffed out his chest and chuckled.
"What's there to be afraid of!"
"No matter how deep the water is, it can't drown my Phoenix Fire!"
"The Golden Crocodile King is strong, but it is ultimately just a mortal beast. My Ten-Headed Fire Phoenix is a divine bird martial soul comparable to the ultimate fire!"
Ma Hongjun's voice was full of confidence as he held up a finger and gestured a number.
"I dare say, my martial spirit will definitely be able to secure a place in the top ten!"
"Even... a top-five finish isn't out of the question!"
His bold words eased the heavy mood of the Shrek members, and they all turned to look at him.
Just as he finished speaking...
Boom!
The golden sky above the nine heavens shone brightly once more, several times more dazzling than when the Golden Crocodile King had appeared before!
Endless golden light converged, and this time, what appeared in the scroll was no longer a savage behemoth, but an incomparably magnificent and noble... divine bird!
It soared through the heavens, its body bathed in the blazing, seven-colored divine flames.
Each feather seemed to be made of the purest flame glass, shimmering and dazzling to the extreme.
What's most striking is that it has a full ten heads growing on its long neck!
Each head has a different expression; some cry out loudly, some stare angrily, and some close their eyes and pretend to sleep... but without exception, they all exude a terrifying aura that can burn the sky and purify all things!
(End of chapter)