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Zhu Zhuqing was taken aback. "Su Ming, didn't you say my teacher's attack power wasn't very strong? But from what I see, he seems pretty capable, at least better than mine at the same level…"

Su Ming sighed. Ghost Douluo might look impressive, but if Su Ming remembered correctly, most of his spirit skills leaned towards restriction and area attacks. In terms of single-target attacks, he was indeed less prominent.

"Well, Ghost Elder's attack power isn't exactly weak. But if you compare him with Sword Grandpa and Bone Grandpa, he's not as remarkable," Su Ming explained. "Sword Grandpa not only has powerful attack strength but also high speed, while Bone Grandpa has unrivaled defense in the continent. And there's others, like Tang Hao…"

Zhu Zhuqing had no response to this; her teacher's opponents were just exceptionally strong. At least Ghost Douluo likely ranked higher than Chrysanthemum Douluo.

Chrysanthemum Douluo: "If you can't say anything nice, just don't speak…"

One thing Su Ming hadn't mentioned was Ghost Douluo's glaring weakness due to his ghostly martial spirit—he was highly susceptible to light-based powers. Unlike Zhu Zhuqing's Nether Spirit Cat, Ghost Douluo's spirit was so tied to darkness that even a hint of light could severely affect him.

In the original storyline, Ghost Douluo had attempted to assassinate Tang San, who had divine power. Tang San couldn't locate him initially, but with the Seagod Trident's divine light, he exposed Ghost Douluo's position, leaving him in excruciating pain. Just 30% light energy in the Seagod's power was enough to neutralize Ghost Douluo.

After several minutes of fierce combat, Ghost Douluo finally found an opening, positioning himself above the Dark Gold Dreadclaw Bear as his sixth spirit ring shone.

"Sixth Spirit Skill: Phantoms of the Dead!"

Immediately, multiple spectral clones appeared from Ghost Douluo, each launching at the bear's back.

Boom!

With perfect timing, Ghost Douluo detonated his clones, tearing the bear's back to shreds. He had strategically avoided the vital areas; otherwise, this attack could have ended the bear's life right there.

"Zhuqing, now's your chance—finish it!" Ghost Douluo withdrew his Gate of Ghosts, signaling to Zhu Zhuqing.

Focused entirely on the bear, Zhu Zhuqing wasted no time. She unleashed her most powerful skills.

"Fourth Spirit Skill: Concealment—Nether Abyss!"

She instantly melded into the shadows, her speed increasing by 200% and her attack power by 100%.

"Third Spirit Skill: Nether Slash!"

Combining her third and fourth spirit skills, she enhanced her attack to the highest possible level, striking the bear's neck with relentless blows. To ensure its defeat, she infused each slash with her chilling energy, only ceasing after confirming the bear's demise.

Ghost Douluo was highly satisfied with Zhu Zhuqing's fourth skill, noting how essential it was for an assassin. He had witnessed her use it multiple times along their journey, and hearing it was specially found by Su Ming only deepened his admiration for the young man.

Su Ming understood Zhu Zhuqing's strengths and focused on only powerful, complementary skills—nothing went to waste.

"Thank you, teacher," Zhu Zhuqing said sincerely to Ghost Douluo.

Ghost Douluo simply shook his head. "It's a teacher's duty. Now that I'm your teacher, I want nothing more than to help you reach your full potential. With your talent, you'll surely surpass me one day." He paused thoughtfully. "As for me, I'll probably stay stuck at level 95 for the rest of my life. The future is yours."

Su Ming watched approvingly, thinking, Now that's what a teacher should be—unlike Grandmaster, who couldn't even handle a 400-year-old Datura snake and thought a ten-year bamboo spirit was suitable for Tang San's first ring. Incredible.

Seeing Ghost Douluo's genuine encouragement, Su Ming felt a twinge of pity. He considered giving him an immortal herb—after all, a stronger Ghost Douluo would better protect Zhu Zhuqing and pass down his knowledge.

Still, Su Ming decided to hold off. Ghost Douluo's issue wasn't a lack of capability but likely a psychological barrier, lingering trauma from a past battle with Tang Hao. To move forward, Ghost Douluo would need to confront and overcome that fear on his own.

"Su Ming, are you sure Zhuqing can absorb this spirit ring? A ten-thousand-year spirit ring harbors intense resentment from the spirit beast's death, and this bear was exceptionally powerful—I can't believe it took me so long to subdue it," Ghost Douluo said, still concerned.

"Zhuqing, go ahead and start the absorption. I'll enhance your body's healing abilities and strengthen your mental resilience," Su Ming assured her.

Ghost Douluo stood by, dumbfounded. Can that really work?

Yet Zhu Zhuqing hesitated. "Su Ming… you're not going to use the same method as last time, are you?"