[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-douluo-the-exiled-immortal-descends-sword-and-wi":3,"chapter-douluo-the-exiled-immortal-descends-sword-and-wi-douluo-the-exiled-immortal-descends-sword-and-wi-chapter-10":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Douluo: The Exiled Immortal Descends, Sword and Wine Slay the Gods",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1550375,2014,"Chapter 10 - 10 – Farewell: Arrival at Heaven Dou Imperial City, Zhu Zhuqing Meets Ning Rongrong","douluo-the-exiled-immortal-descends-sword-and-wi-chapter-10",10,"\u003Cp>T\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>he night passed without incident.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next morning, Li Zhexian and Zhu Zhuqing left the Star Dou Great Forest, walking along the official road towards the Heaven Dou Empire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>About half an hour later—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At a fork in the road, the two were about to part ways.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhu Zhuqing's destination was Shrek Academy, located in Soto City, a small town in the subordinate Balak Kingdom of the Heaven Dou Empire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, Li Zhexian was heading to Heaven Dou Imperial City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His reasoning?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Where there's prosperity, there's bound to be good wine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Safe travels, Zhuqing-jie.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhexian smiled as he bid her farewell.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was the same age as Zhu Zhuqing—perhaps just a few months older.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Calling her Zhuqing-jie was more of a teasing endearment than a sign of seniority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At first, Zhu Zhuqing had resisted the name.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But now, she'd grown used to it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Staring at the youth before her, clad in tattered white robes yet exuding a wild, unrestrained charm, Zhu Zhuqing suddenly spoke:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Li Zhexian… you said purple is more elegant, didn't you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hmm?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhexian blinked in confusion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Why bring that up all of a sudden?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When had he ever said that…?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh—right.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Back when they first met, she had asked why his first Spirit Ring was purple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He'd casually made something up: \"Because purple has a certain elegance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He hadn't expected her to remember such a throwaway comment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhexian was just about to explain that he was joking—that she didn't need to take it seriously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Zhu Zhuqing continued:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Next time we meet… I'll wear purple for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"G-goodbye!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With that—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn't even wait to see his reaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She spun around and hurried off, practically fleeing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In her haste, she even twisted her ankle slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With his keen eyesight, Li Zhexian caught the sight of her graceful, snow-white swan-like neck turning pink.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Take care, Zhuqing-jie.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhexian curved his lips into a smile, humming a tune as he set off in the opposite direction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn't feel any lingering sorrow over their parting—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because he knew—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If fate allowed, they'd meet again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Star Dou Great Forest was roughly 800 kilometers from Heaven Dou City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The route passed through the Fasno Province, Baronbu City, and the Sunset Forest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Bolan City, the closest urban center to the forest—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhexian had sold the hides and bones of the spirit beasts he hunted, exchanging them for a generous amount of gold spirit coins. He then purchased a white-maned horse and embarked on his journey.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Traveling leisurely, sometimes exploring, sometimes playing…\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Half a month later, Heaven Dou City finally came into view.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The sun blazed in the sky.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the end of the official road, a figure riding a white horse emerged from the dust.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Whoa~~\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhexian pulled on the reins, and his mount reared, kicking up a cloud of dust.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took a swig of wine, casually wiped the sweat from his forehead, and gazed ahead at the grand city lying on the horizon like a crouching beast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even from several hundred meters away—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could see sunlight spreading across the vermilion city walls like gold leaf. The moat reflected the shimmering golden eaves, making for an exquisitely resplendent sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anyone seeing this city for the first time would be moved to sigh:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What a splendid city!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhexian murmured:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let's hope this imperial city has a wine worthy of my taste.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Along the journey—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had tasted the wines of every city he passed through.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But none had qualified to be poured into his Clear Spring Wine Gourd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Leading his white-maned horse—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhexian arrived at the base of the city walls.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It's worth noting—entering the imperial city required a fee.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, the moment Li Zhexian released his Spirit Power aura at Level 22, the gate guards respectfully ushered him inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Level 22 Spirit Power wasn't that impressive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But someone this young possessing it—that was extraordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhexian waved off the enthusiastic guards with a smile, feeling a touch disappointed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't stories always say the protagonist gets harassed at the gates?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why didn't that happen to me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Chuckling to himself—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He entered Heaven Dou City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The moment he stepped inside—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He was greeted by a bustling, vibrant scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On either side of Vermilion Avenue, golden ginkgo leaves fluttered down from the trees.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crowds of people paused in front of shops, haggling with vendors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not far away, steam billowed from teahouses and noodle stalls, cloaking the area in a hazy warmth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other side, a storyteller in green robes struck his wooden block with a thud, bowing with a smile as he invited patrons to reward him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beneath a stone bridge, a painted pleasure boat drifted slowly by, young nobles drinking and making merry on board.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What a place!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhexian strolled along, taking everything in, his mood growing lighter and more relaxed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before long—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He found the finest tavern in Heaven Dou Imperial City—Shanxiang Pavilion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was said to be one of the most prestigious culinary establishments in the capital, offering every kind of rare delicacy imaginable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well now, I haven't seen you around before, young master!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The welcoming waiter spotted Li Zhexian from afar and immediately draped a white cloth over his shoulder, greeting him with a wide smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Just leave your horse to me, young master—I'll make sure it's well fed and taken care of.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He took the reins and handed them to a nearby stable boy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then, stepping slightly to the side, he gestured politely for Li Zhexian to enter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young master, you seem unfamiliar with the place. Would you like me to introduce our specialties?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhexian leisurely looked around the interior.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Intricate carvings, flowing water features, miniature rock gardens—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was clear this tavern spared no expense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Came from the outer city. Bring me all your house specialties.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And two jugs of your strongest, most fiery liquor.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Right away!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The waiter didn't judge Li Zhexian by his worn clothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had seen too many guests to be fooled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This youth might be in rags, but he exuded an air of ease and confidence—definitely not ordinary.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Would young master prefer a private room or the main hall?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Main hall. I like the lively atmosphere.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Understood!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The waiter called out instructions and bowed as he prepared to leave.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Li Zhexian pulled a gold spirit coin from his pocket and placed it in the man's hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His eyes lit up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you, young master!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, on the other side—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhu Zhuqing had finally arrived at Shrek Academy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Calling it an \"academy\" was a stretch—it was built in a tiny village with barely a hundred households.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A simple wooden fence circled the area.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the entrance, a small crowd had gathered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhu Zhuqing furrowed her brows slightly, her cold face showing a hint of surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This… is Shrek Academy? Isn't it a little too shabby?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There seemed to be some commotion up ahead.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A young man, after paying ten gold spirit coins to register, was told he didn't meet the requirements—and that the fee was non-refundable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The boy and his father protested angrily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An older, blond-haired youth stepped forward and released two hundred-year and one thousand-year Spirit Rings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That level of Spirit Ring configuration at his age caused the crowd to exclaim in awe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His powerful Spirit Power exerted pressure on the father and son, forcing them to back down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the crowd—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhu Zhuqing's beautiful eyes narrowed with a trace of disdain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This kind of person—who bullies the weak with strength—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Compared to Li Zhexian, it's like heaven and earth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn't even bother looking at the blond youth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her gaze wandered casually over the rest of the crowd.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In front of her stood a black-haired boy accompanied by a girl with a scorpion-tail braid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A beautiful young girl in a white dress with short hair was being tested.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This girl seemed to have drawn the attention of an elderly examiner.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Did your family know you came here?\" he asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The white-dressed girl's voice was clear and pleasant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They say education should be available to all. As long as I meet the requirements, you have no reason to turn me away, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1370,"2026-06-06T07:17:02.165Z",1,"novelbin.me","55103ece0a0f9b4213cc0a5e4e82e6b6efd9fa18fa090060afaa4b44920efb2a","douluo-the-exiled-immortal-descends-sword-and-wi-chapter-11","douluo-the-exiled-immortal-descends-sword-and-wi-chapter-9",442,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fdouluo-the-exiled-immortal-descends-sword-and-wi-cover.jpg"]