novelhk Chapter 18: Sign-in for Martial Soul Evolution Fluid!
Chapter 18: Sign-in for Martial Soul Evolution Fluid!
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From Cao Kun, we can see that the power and mystery of the reclusive force, Buzhou Mountain, are beyond doubt.
Joining means gaining unimaginable resources, inheritance, and protection, with unlimited future prospects.
However, it also means completely breaking away from one's existing identity and integrating into an ancient sect that is completely unknown and has strict rules.
They may even lose some freedom and bear unknown responsibilities and risks.
He is the dean of Shrek Academy, a place where he has poured half his life's work, where his familiar partners are, and where he has just recruited new students on whom he has placed high hopes.
He certainly needs time to consider abandoning everything and joining an unfamiliar sect immediately.
Cao Kun observed their reactions but did not urge them. He understood Flander's concerns.
"The dean does not need to reply immediately."
Cao Kun said calmly, "This matter concerns my future path, so careful consideration is necessary. I'll give the dean three days. After three days, whatever decision the dean makes, I will respect it. However…"
He paused, his voice slightly lowered: "After the three-day period, what we said today will be considered as never having been mentioned. The gates of Buzhou Mountain will not be opened again."
This is the last chance. Cao Kun might give him another chance out of consideration for past relationships, but he can't wait indefinitely.
Flander's heart skipped a beat, and he nodded emphatically: "I understand. I will give you an answer within three days!"
Cao Kun nodded slightly and said no more.
however,
Just as Zhao Wuji agreed to join and Flander expressed his consideration,
A glint of chaotic light flashed rapidly in the depths of Cao Kun's eyes, so fast that no one noticed.
At the same time, the Chaos Bell Martial Soul within him, which suppressed all heavens and evolved chaos, trembled slightly as he sat in the main seat.
A mysterious fluctuation, invisible and intangible, seemingly transcending the constraints of time and space, silently split into two streams, each merging into two extremely hidden law imprints. Then, as if traversing the void, it instantly disappeared into the deepest part of Zhao Wuji and Flander's soul origins!
【The Undying Heart's Seal - Ziyin】!
This is a special mark that Cao Kun condensed by combining the power of the Chaos Zhong Martial Soul with a trace of the understanding of the laws of "cause and effect" and "oath".
It usually remains hidden and coexists with the host's soul.
It will not have any negative effects on the host.
On the contrary, it can subtly nourish one's soul and enhance one's slight affinity for laws of chaos and order, which can be considered a kind of hidden benefit.
but,
Once the host actively or passively leaks core secrets about "Buzhou Mountain" (especially Cao Kun's true strength, the specific situation of the sect, the secret method of martial soul evolution, etc.),
Or if you do something that seriously damages the interests of "Buzhou Mountain" (actually Cao Kun), this seal will be immediately perceived and activated by Cao Kun!
He directly refined the host into Cao Kun's puppet!
Immediately afterwards, Cao Kun assisted the two in refining the spiritual liquid!
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ten minutes later,
Zhao Wuji and Flander emerged from the "Buzhou Mountain Cottage," their faces still showing signs of fatigue and paleness, but their eyes were much brighter than the night before.
After taking the [Rejuvenating Elixir] given to them by Cao Kun, the cool and gentle yet powerful medicinal energy dissolved in their bodies, like sweet spring water nourishing a dried-up riverbed, rapidly repairing their damaged meridians and internal organs, and even dissipating most of their mental fatigue.
The effects of this elixir far surpassed any healing elixir they had ever encountered before.
"This 'Mount Buzhou'... is indeed unfathomable."
Flanders sighed softly, pushed up his glasses which had been wiped clean, and his eyes showed not only shock but also a hint of seriousness and contemplation.
If a mere casually given healing elixir can have such miraculous effects, then how terrifying must the true foundation of that sect be?
What kind of allure could Cao Kun's "Martial Soul Evolution Secret Method" and "Sect Inheritance" possibly hold?
The scales in his heart had begun to tip severely.
Zhao Wuji didn't think too much about it. He patted his chest, feeling his injuries rapidly healing and his strength returning, and grinned, "Who cares how deep it is? I'm sticking with Kun'er! This 'Mount Buzhou' sounds exciting!"
The two walked to the edge of the academy ruins, and frowned again as they looked at the mess before them.
"Old Zhao, what about the academy..." Flander hesitated, then stopped. Reconstruction required money and resources, which were exactly what Shrek Academy lacked most.
"Leave it to me and Yan'er." A calm voice sounded behind the two. Cao Kun had also emerged at some point, his white robes spotless, as if the battle of the previous night had nothing to do with him. Beside him was Dugu Yan, dressed in a light green dress, her posture respectful.
"Kun'er, how can I accept this..." Zhao Wuji scratched his head.
"Master, please don't stand on ceremony."
Cao Kun waved his hand: "Now that we're family, it's naturally my duty to handle matters related to the academy. Yan'er is skilled at concocting medicinal liquids with restorative and purifying effects. She will soon begin dealing with the remaining soul power disturbances and negative energy here, and assist in the basic reconstruction. All the necessary ordinary supplies will also be delivered as soon as possible."
He paused, then looked at Flander: "As for the Dean, although your injuries and those of Teacher Zhao have improved, your fundamental nature is still fluctuating, so it's not advisable to overexert yourselves. Why not take this opportunity to go into seclusion for a few days to consolidate your cultivation and also to carefully consider what I mentioned earlier?"
Upon hearing this, Flander's heart skipped a beat, knowing that Cao Kun was reminding him of the three-day agreement. He nodded solemnly and said, "I understand. As for the academy... I'll leave it to you and Miss Yan'er for now." He glanced at Dugu Yan, a girl with a solid aura, stunning beauty, and a hint of eeriness, who was clearly no ordinary person.
"Furthermore," Flander added, as if remembering something, "the new students just enrolled yesterday and this happened, so it's inevitable that their hearts are unsettled. Old Zhao and I need to go into seclusion, but the academy's daily teaching cannot be interrupted. Cao Kun, you are now the strongest person in the academy... well, the strongest, and you're Old Zhao's disciple, so you're considered their senior brother. How about you teach the first class tomorrow? It would also help... settle them down and familiarize them with the academy as quickly as possible."
He wanted to say "the strongest person," but the words felt strange coming out.
Why would you send a Title Douluo to teach a group of freshmen in their teens or twenties?
This is simply... using a dragon-slaying knife to kill a chicken.
But there doesn't seem to be a more suitable candidate right now.
Oscar and Ma Hongjun themselves are only half-baked, and Sister Li is even less knowledgeable about cultivation.
Although Cao Kun's "rank" was ridiculously high, he was still of the same generation (in appearance) and was also Zhao Wuji's disciple, so his status was acceptable.
Zhao Wuji's eyes lit up: "Right, right, right! Kun'er, show them what you've got, set the tone! Let these little brats know that Shrek Academy is a place of great depth!"
Upon hearing this, Cao Kun was slightly taken aback, then a meaningful smile appeared on his lips.
Giving Tang San and the others a lesson? Or is it their first lesson?
That's interesting.
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