Chapter 52 Tang Buddha's Scheme.
"You little rascal! You're so naughty. Why did you go and join in the fight between the Crimson King and a human powerhouse? I've told you before, for us soul beasts, the most dangerous thing is human soul masters. If this soul master hadn't come from Shrek Academy, with his strength, you would have been in trouble, and we might not even have been able to come to your rescue. Don't go near humans so easily in the future." His deep voice sounded again, much gentler, even carrying a hint of indulgence.
The Three-Eyed Golden Lion raised its head, its eyes gleaming with a strange light. "That human said you were only using me. If I weren't an auspicious beast, or if I couldn't bring you good fortune, you wouldn't be so kind to me. Is that right?"
Its deep voice paused for a moment, then said calmly, "Little one, you must understand that in this world, there is no such thing as unconditional favoritism. I can tell you with certainty that what that human said is true. But I can also tell you with certainty that after ten thousand years together, even if you've lost your auspicious power, you are still my friend, even my child. As long as I am here, anyone who dares to harm you should be prepared to face my wrath."
The Three-Eyed Golden Lion lowered its head, somewhat aggrieved. "I'm sorry, Di Tian, I shouldn't have doubted you. I was wrong. Let's go home."
Di Tian's voice became even gentler. "Alright, let's go home."
The Three-Eyed Golden Lion lifted its foot to leave, but suddenly turned back to look in the direction where Elder Xuan and the others had just left. The memories of the little girl with pink and blue hair in its mind became increasingly clear, but for it, digesting these memories would take a considerable amount of time. In the Divine Realm, within a majestic palace, Tang Buddha stood silently amidst the clouds, reflecting on the events that had transpired, a smug smile playing on his lips.
"So what if the Divine Realm's central hub is gone? This time, by utilizing the unique connection between the Golden Dragon Spear and the Golden Bloodline, I, the God-King, still managed to seize my opportunity."
"Although I temporarily lost the Golden Dragon Spear, it allowed me to temporarily shield myself from the black dragon's senses, and gain the chance to acquire the Star Dou Great Forest's fortune—it was worthwhile."
"Now, half of Xiao Qi's soul has finally successfully entered the auspicious beast's spiritual sea. This scheme was not in vain."
"You, who now control the Divine Realm's central hub, must have noticed this rising star, haven't you?"
"No matter how much you imagine, this rising star will be one of my people, and the sharpest sword to pierce you in the future. Hahaha! When it comes to scheming and destroying, you are far inferior to me, hahaha!" Tang Buddha laughed triumphantly.
"A life without experiencing the trials of life and death in love is incomplete. Tang Clan descendants, I'm doing this for your own good. Don't disappoint me."
Meanwhile, on the other side! A burly man in silver-gray armor respectfully entered an ancient-style castle with a deep purple color scheme.
"My lord! I am the God of Destruction, here to return the Divine Realm's central hub." The armored man walked to the center of the hall and bowed respectfully.
The next moment, a divine power filled with destruction rippled outwards, gathering to form a silver-haired man in a purple cloak.
"Are you really sure you want to leave the Divine Realm?" the silver-haired man asked calmly.
"Yes, I have. I thank my lord for his years of cultivation, and even more so for lending me the Divine Realm's central hub, allowing me to better choose my successor." the armored man said respectfully.
"Since that's the case, I won't force you to stay any longer. You've already chosen the next successor to the God of Destruction. Is it still Zhou Weiqing from that vast continent?" the God King of Destruction asked casually.
"No! My lord! Through the central hub of the God Realm, I discovered a promising talent with far greater talent and luck than Zhou Weiqing. He's more suitable to inherit my divine position. If nurtured properly, he has a high chance of surpassing me in the future." The armored man said, slightly excited.
"Oh~! Surpass you? That's indeed a promising talent! Which world does he come from?" The God King of Destruction seemed intrigued and pressed for an answer.
"Douluo Continent!"
"Douluo Continent? Is that the world where the current Sea God ascended?" The God King of Destruction's tone gradually calmed down at the end.
"Is there anything amiss, my lord?" the armored man pressed.
"No! It's his good fortune that you chose him. If his talent far surpasses Zhou Weiqing's, his strength will naturally be considerable. Therefore, you should observe his character more closely. The divine trials that will follow should also focus more on testing his character. I do not wish for a despicable person who only knows how to scheme and plot to inherit the divine position," the God King of Destruction advised.
"Yes, Master!"
"Alright! Go back! Choosing a successor is a major event; you'll be busy from now on." With that, black and purple divine power spread, and the figure of the God of Destruction vanished from the hall.
Leaving the Star Dou Great Forest and seeing the vast plains, Wu Xuan felt a sense of relief.
After nearly nine days, the soul hunt finally ended. The group had gained a great deal. Everyone who needed a soul ring successfully obtained one suitable for them.
In addition, they acquired four high-quality soul bones: one 50,000 years old, one 90,000 years old, and the latter two even reaching the 100,000-year level.
The three soul bones obtained in exchange for the auspicious beasts naturally belonged to the academy. No one expected Elder Xuan to divide them equally.
"Judging from the current sky, we should be able to return to the academy before noon. Let's hurry on our way; we can rest when we arrive at the academy," Zhang Lexuan instructed, glancing at the sky.
"Yes," everyone replied in unison.
The group traveled exceptionally fast for the next leg of the journey, more than an hour faster than expected. They finally saw the familiar city, the familiar gate.
"Ah, finally back!" Chu Qingtian shouted in relief, then burst into laughter.
This time, the sixth soul skill he obtained from the Ink Leopard was unparalleled in attack power, easily breaking through even the defense of a 50,000-year-old three-headed Crimson Demon Mastiff.
Combined with his Electric Leopard speed, he would be the nightmare of all soul masters except for defensive soul masters.
"Senior Sister, Senior Sister Wu, Senior Brother Chu, I'm going back to the outer academy first. Tomorrow is our second-year entrance exam, I need to go back and rest." Wu Xuan waved his hand.
"Junior Brother Wu, why don't you go back to the inner academy with the senior sisters? Ask Dean Yan later. With your talent, I believe the elders of the Sea God Pavilion will most likely agree directly." Wu Ming deliberately whispered in Wu Xuan's ear with a teasing smile.
Zhang Lexuan nodded in agreement.
"Yes! Junior Brother, let's go to the inner academy together." Chu Qingtian also smiled.
Wu Xuan dodged Wu Ming's approach and shook her head: "Thank you for your kindness, seniors, but I'm still young and want to develop in the outer academy for another two years. I'll enter the inner academy when I'm older."
"That's true, if you hadn't said so, the seniors would have forgotten your age. Haha!" Wu Ming laughed, not minding Wu Xuan's evasion.
"Okay! Goodbye, seniors." Wu Xuan waved and ran towards the outer academy as if fleeing.
Wu Ming watched Wu Xuan's back from afar, not making a move until his figure disappeared, not knowing what he was thinking.
Zhang Lexuan came to her side and smiled: "Let's go, Ming'er."
"Okay." Wu Ming nodded gently, took Zhang Lexuan's arm, and returned to her usual carefree self.
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