The Emperor Wants To Marry The Doctor Chapter 2584 Side Story 88: Rong Family

The duel ignited abruptly and concluded in an instant.

Throughout the entire bout, Rong Xiu unleashed merely a single strike.

Jiang Ping failed to counter in any way, collapsing in utter defeat and blacking out on the spot.

Spectators barely glimpsed Rong Xiu's technique before his triumph was sealed.

All stood with eyes bulging and jaws dropped, nailed to the ground, slow to regain composure.

They had assumed that even as a true god, Rong Xiu's battle against another true god of equal cultivation would prove arduous.

Yet now, it dawned on them they were mistaken—some at the same realm could eclipse others vastly, crushing foes with ease.

Shangguan Yue had witnessed Rong Xiu's moves previously and knew he held back then. Still, this display left her stunned for quite some time.

Her talent shone brilliantly, particularly after enduring the harsh trials of Red Moon Desert, outmatching most peers her age.

Yet Rong Xiu surpassed her by a clear margin!

A spark of rivalry ignited within her. She stepped forth, starry eyes sparkling brightly. "Rong Xiu, will you fight with me?"

Though acquainted for some time, they had yet to clash properly. Her eagerness burned; she yearned to test him.

Silence shattered across Qing Ming Square. Disbelieving stares fixed on Shangguan Yue, deeming her mad.

A true god like Jiang Ping lay half-dead from one blow—how dared a peak stage-nine warrior like her challenge Rong Xiu?

Rong Xiu pivoted, reading her intent from her look, and smiled. "Okay."

His casual agreement delighted Shangguan Yue.

After pondering briefly, she remarked, "With my current cultivation level, I definitely can't compete against you if I directly fight with you. I should find some people to train with…"

Her eyes shifted toward Dong Huang Clock Tower as she spoke.

Though the dark wall stood blank, rumors held the Qing Yun Ranking etched upon it.

It ranked the prowess of Ling Xiao Academy's students, divided into four lists.

Top hundred in each cultivation path earned a spot.

She rubbed her chin. "I wonder who is a demigod on the warrior ranking…"

She aimed to first battle a demigod for practice, gaining insight before facing Rong Xiu.

Rong Xiu's eyes flashed subtly upon hearing her, his demeanor softening faintly.

Ever poised and serene, he concealed feelings masterfully; the shift escaped notice.

"You want to look at the Qing Yun Ranking?" A deep, harmonious voice resonated.

Shangguan Yue tensed abruptly, whirling around. Somehow, Rong Xiu had drawn close behind, chin tilted slightly, gaze intent.

She nodded with a candid grin. "I have to be prepared if I want to beat you."

Silent, Rong Xiu strode past her to lead the way.

He positioned himself beneath Dong Huang Clock Tower.

Gazes from the crowd converged.

Jiang Ping had been carted off already.

Normally, the audience would scatter post-match, yet Rong Xiu's move held them fast.

Whispers hinted at expectations, faces alight with thrill, though none spoke boldly.

As a newcomer, Rong Xiu exuded immense power and innate noble dominance—no one dared belittle him.

Once settled, Rong Xiu faced Shangguan Yue. "Come and try."

Shangguan Yue suspected he eyed the Qing Yun Ranking but hadn't anticipated his invitation, startling her. "Me?"

Even as she questioned, her feet carried her forward.

Positioned next to Rong Xiu, she paused briefly before pressing her palm against it.

Testing was inevitable sooner or later.

She drew a deep breath, channeled force into her palm, and pushed it forth.

Whir!

A hum echoed as crystalline lights bloomed across the ebony wall! Swiftly, ranked names materialized from the glow.

Moments later, the lowest name faded away, supplanted by a fresh one—Rong Yue!

Shangguan Yue eyed the name, blinked once, and withdrew her hand.

Rong Xiu recognized her restraint but shrugged it off.

He extended his hand as well.

Bzzt! Bzzt!

A tremendous aura erupted fiercely from his palms!

The crowd gasped, watching fourth-place Jiang Ping's name shatter silently, Rong Xiu's overtaking it.

Having bested Jiang Ping in Qing Ming Square, claiming his rank on Qing Yun Ranking was natural.

But the ascent persisted.

Onlookers beheld the name surging past the top three, claiming the pinnacle unchallenged.

This radiant Qing Yun Ranking saw the debut name storm to number one with overwhelming force.

Ignoring stares, Rong Xiu turned to the girl at his side.

Her eyes blazed upon the summit.

A soft chuckle escaped him, his cool, deep tone laced with allure. "Is fighting with other people better than fighting with me?"

Absolutely not!

As cultivators, all knew clashing with superiors yielded greater gains. Shangguan Yue grasped this well.

Across Ling Xiao Academy, none matched Rong Xiu's suitability.

Decision crystallized swiftly. "I'll only fight with you!"

One day, I'll surpass him!

Satisfied, Rong Xiu nodded, his sight drifting to the trailing 'Rong Yue'.

Recalling the misconceptions, he glanced sharply at Dong Huang Clock Tower's apex.

"Director." Calmly he stated, "She doesn't have this last name. Please help her."

Distant though he was, the director surely heard—yet the plea baffled.

As confusion rippled through the throng, the Qing Yun Ranking altered.

'Rong' vanished without trace, leaving sole 'Yue'.

Forged falsely, its removal made sense.

Yet long they waited, no addition of Shangguan Yue's surname appeared.

This privilege bespoke only the director's personal disciple.

Shangguan Yue cocked her head toward Rong Xiu, beaming. "You don't like me sharing your last name?"

Rong Xiu hesitated, phoenix eyes rippling deeply.

Lips curving faintly, he drawled leisurely, "If you want to join the Rong family, another identity is more suitable."