Looking at Xue Beng's disheveled yet somewhat angry retreating figure, Tang San scratched his head in confusion, feeling utterly bewildered.
Just then, the Master slowly walked forward, raised his hand and gently patted his shoulder, asking in a calm but inquisitive tone, "Little San, do you know that person?"
"No, I don't. He insisted that I hit him a while ago. I think he must have mistaken me for someone else, right?" Tang San shook his head, his brows slightly furrowed.
The Master gazed at Tang San for a moment, a thoughtful glint in his eyes, then said in a deep voice, "If that's the case, then don't mind him. Let's go, we'll head inside."
"Mm." Tang San responded, nodding in agreement.
Immediately after, everyone, led by Flender, walked towards the magnificent gate of Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
However, they had only taken a few steps and had not yet truly entered the academy grounds when a familiar figure appeared in their sight.
Qin Ming was seen walking quickly towards them, as if he had been waiting there for a long time.
"Dean Flender, you're finally here. I've been waiting with bated breath!" As he spoke, he hurried forward to bow to Flender and Zhao Wuji.
Seeing this, Flender quickly helped Qin Ming up, a hint of urgency flashing in his eyes, and asked, "There's no need for so much etiquette. Speaking of which, we'll be relying on you from now on."
"How are the arrangements here?"
Qin Ming smiled slightly, a hint of confidence on his face, and said in a deep voice, "Don't worry, everything has been arranged properly. I've already spoken to a few of Heaven Dou Royal Academy's teaching committee members, and they are waiting to see you. I'll take you over now."
Upon hearing this, Flender's heart filled with joy, his entire face relaxed, and he nodded repeatedly, laughing heartily, "Good, good! Then I'll trouble you."
With that, he raised his hand to beckon the people behind him, and then, led by Qin Ming, they walked along the wide and clean bluestone avenue towards the depths of Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
After entering the academy, the Shrek One line people felt their vision suddenly broaden.
The scale of Heaven Dou Royal Academy far exceeded their imagination.
The roads were straight and wide, with buildings lined up on all sides, grand and imposing, with carved beams and painted rafters exuding the unique majesty and luxury of royalty.
Even the floor they walked on was paved with neatly cut and polished white marble, as if they were stepping not into an academy, but into a magnificent palace.
Breathing the fresh air, the Shrek people felt as if they had entered a world of plants.
Tang San felt this most deeply; the Qi of his Martial Soul Blue Silver Grass, mixed within his Xuantian Gong Internal Energy, was extremely active in this plant-filled mountain.
The Heaven Dou Royal Academy also had the simulated Cultivation grounds that Flender mentioned.
What are simulated Cultivation grounds?
They refer to places that allow Soul Masters to Cultivate their Martial Souls in the most suitable environment. While this may not necessarily yield twice the results with half the effort, it can provide significant auxiliary benefits.
For example, in forests or places with abundant plants, it is suitable for plant-type Martial Souls like Tang San's Blue Silver Grass to Cultivate, while the atmosphere of a restaurant kitchen is suitable for Oscar's food-type Martial Soul.
Led by Qin Ming, the Shrek One line people walked through the long corridor and soon arrived at the academic affairs office of Heaven Dou Royal Academy.
At this moment, people were already waiting at the entrance; three old men with extraordinary demeanor, all with graying temples but vibrant spirits, exuded a subtle yet undeniable Aura.
They were the three teaching committee members of Heaven Dou Royal Academy: Meng Shenji, Bai Baoshan, and Zhi Lin.
Seeing these three old men, Flender quickly stepped forward.
His steps even carried a hint of urgency, his usual carefree attitude replaced by extreme reverence, as he cupped his fists and said in a clear voice:
"Flender of Shrek Academy, Martial Soul Owl, a Rank 78 Agility-Attack System Spirit Saint, greets the three Seniors."
"Dean Flender, there's no need to be so polite. Teacher Qin has already told us about your situation in detail. It's fate that we meet today. Please, come in quickly." Meng Shenji laughed heartily upon hearing this, then reached out to help Flender up.
...
At the same time, on the outskirts of Star Dou Great Forest.
Here, trees towered into the clouds, ancient trees reached the sky, and intertwined branches and leaves revealed a deep green.
A gentle breeze blew, bringing with it rustling sounds of the forest.
After leaving Soto City.
Tang Chuan and Xiao Ruier did not immediately return to Heaven Dou City.
Instead, they headed in the direction of Star Dou Great Forest.
Tang Chuan had originally planned to return directly to Heaven Dou City.
But on second thought, his current Soul Power Rank had already reached Rank 43.
If he consumed some immortal-grade medicinal herbs again, his Soul Power Rank would surely be able to increase to Rank 50 in a very short time, and then acquiring a spirit ring would allow him to directly Breakthrough to Soul King.
At this time, if he were to seek the Blue Silver King for a second Martial Soul Awakening, he could coincidentally obtain his fifth spirit ring. Since that was the case, why not take this opportunity...
To be one step ahead and Awaken his Blue Silver Grass into the Blue Silver Emperor?
However, Tang Chuan was not clear about the exact location of the forest where the Blue Silver King resided.
He only vaguely remembered that this ancient forest seemed to be near Star Dou Great Forest.
Upon arriving at the outskirts of Star Dou Great Forest, Tang Chuan closed his eyes, continuously mobilizing the power of the 100,000-year blue silver emperor right leg bone within him to capture the sensation of a common Bloodline in the forest.
After several days of searching, he finally had a lead.
Tang Chuan and Xiao Ruier arrived at an unknown forest outside Star Dou Great Forest.
Here, the branches and leaves were lush, mist swirled, and the air carried the scent of damp earth.
As soon as he stepped in, Tang Chuan stopped, a strange glint in his eyes. Immediately, a familiar life force rushed towards him, straight into the depths of his Soul.
This place was different from anywhere he had been before.
This familiar life force was clear and strong, continuously impacting his Soul.
"It should be here." Taking a deep breath, Tang Chuan said nothing more, and whispered to Xiao Ruier beside him, "Ruier, please guard me later."
Hearing this, Xiao Ruier's eyes narrowed. Without asking any questions, she nodded without hesitation.
Immediately after, she gently raised her slender hand, golden light surging in her palm. Accompanied by a low Dragon roar echoing through the forest, the golden dragon spear had already materialized in her hand.
Stepping forward, Xiao Ruier stood beside Tang Chuan. Four spirit rings, two yellow and two purple, circled up from beneath her feet, instantly completing the Golden Dragon Martial Soul possession, and she vigilantly scanned her surroundings.
Without overthinking, Tang Chuan immediately sat cross-legged and closed his eyes.
The next second, Blue Silver Grass released itself from his palm, slowly circling his body. His mental force continuously gathered, then spread outwards.
Blue Silver Grass, this plant, was extremely common on the Douluo Continent.
Soon, Tang Chuan felt that all the surrounding Blue Silver Grass seemed to be calling to him, his mental force greatly enhanced, making him feel incredibly refreshed.
He could even distinguish the emotions of each Blue Silver Grass plant.
Gradually, Tang Chuan became immersed in this feeling. He discovered that all the surrounding Blue Silver Grass seemed to have an emotion of adoration towards him.
It was as if his own children were excitedly confiding in their father.
This state did not last long.
Then, a voice, without any warning, suddenly rang out in Tang Chuan's mind:
"O King, great King, is it truly you?"
"You have finally come to me. Thank the heavens!"