"Gu Yue."
"I'm yours?"
As the person in question, Tang Luochuan turned his gaze toward her, unable to help but murmur softly, voicing a faint doubt—though not too strongly.
"Mhm."
"Deputy Tower Master, Luo Chuan is mine. I'll handle his arrangements for joining the Spirit Transfer Pagoda."
Gu Yue gave Tang Luochuan a nonchalant glance, nodding without the slightest hint of embarrassment before speaking unhurriedly.
Luo Chuan was hers. Even matters like joining a faction should be handled by her—it wasn't difficult anyway. She just needed to say a word to her teacher.
As for others… even if they were male… she had no interest.
"Of course, that's fine."
Nan Ye immediately responded with a smile, not refusing. He simply felt it would be a shame for such a prodigy not to join the Spirit Transfer Pagoda. Now that he was joining, all was well.
Moreover, under the deputy tower master's care, the boy would undoubtedly receive far more support than what Nan Ye himself could offer, ensuring a higher starting point in the future—which would also benefit him in turn.
Such a doubly fortunate outcome—why would he refuse?
"..."
Wu Zhangkong watched the scene unfold, a trace of regret flashing in his eyes. So Luo Chuan had already joined the Spirit Transfer Pagoda?
As a member of the Tang Sect, upon encountering such a formidable talent, he had planned to recruit him into the sect in a few days. But now, it seemed that chance was lost.
After all, compared to the Tang Sect, the Spirit Transfer Pagoda was in no way inferior. Not to mention, being personally recruited by a Titled Douluo was far better than being brought in by someone like him, who wasn't even a Soul Sage yet.
"To think Gu Yue is also from the Spirit Transfer Pagoda… The two strongest students in the class, both beyond the Tang Sect's reach."
Wu Zhangkong couldn't help but sigh inwardly. Though all these youngsters were exceptionally talented, the two he held in the highest regard were undoubtedly these two—along with Tang Wulin, whom he had brought from Class Five.
Now, just like that, two were gone.
And Wulin was Luo Chuan's younger brother. At this rate, he'd probably end up joining the Spirit Transfer Pagoda too, wouldn't he?
"..."
Zhang Yangzi and the others also had their eyes fixed on Tang Luochuan and Gu Yue, though their thoughts were nowhere near as complicated as Wu Zhangkong's.
In fact, what lingered in their minds was that earlier declaration—the boss is mine…
So domineering! Truly worthy of Sister Gu Yue!
Boss, maybe you should just give in to her already.
"Brother, maybe you should just give in to Sister Gu Yue."
Tang Wulin was clearly rooting for this pairing.
If his brother and Sister Gu Yue ended up together, then he'd… well, first beat up that guy called Old Tang.
And if they didn't end up together? Then he'd beat Old Tang up even harder!
Tang Wulin was a man who valued Reason above all.
"..."
"Miss Gu Yue, Luo Chuan, if you ever need anything in the future, feel free to come find me at the Spirit Transfer Pagoda. I'll be happy to assist anytime."
On the other side, sensing that Gu Yue had no intention of further conversation, Nan Ye simply smiled, deciding not to linger.
Having served as a tower master for so many years, he understood the importance of gradual progress. He had already made his presence known—there was no need to force more familiarity with Gu Yue and Luo Chuan right now.
"Mm, alright."
The two nodded in acknowledgment.
Only after Tower Master Nan Ye had left did Wu Zhangkong finally shift his attention back to the group, ready to summarize their experience in the Spirit Ascension Platform.
"I've seen everyone's performance in the Spirit Ascension Platform this time. Let's discuss how everyone did. Except for Zhang Yangzi, who failed to kill a single Soul Beast, the rest performed quite well."
"Your talents are all excellent, but your practical combat experience still needs improvement. I believe this can be significantly compensated through weekly opportunities in the Spirit Ascension Platform."
After returning to the academy, Wu Zhangkong looked at the group of students and delivered his summary. He was quite satisfied with their performance.
He had long anticipated that the first experience in the Spirit Ascension Platform wouldn't go perfectly, but everyone except Zhang Yangzi had gained at least a hundred years of enhancement in their soul power lifespan.
His children clearly hadn't disappointed him.
Among them, Tang Luochuan and Gu Yue, the strongest of the group, had even achieved a full Spirit Ascension in a single attempt—truly remarkable.
"Sigh..."
"If only we could have been teleported together with the boss, even if we didn't achieve Spirit Ascension, we could have stayed much longer."
Xie Xie couldn't help but lament. If they had really been teleported alongside their boss, he couldn't imagine how much better it would have been. Just by sticking close, they could have gained so much more lifespan.
But...
It was practically impossible.
The Soul Beast forest was too vast. Not only did they have to constantly guard against Soul Beast attacks, but finding each other would have taken too much time and effort. It was simply too difficult.
"There will be chances."
Hearing this, Tang Luochuan smiled and replied.
"There will be chances to bring you all along."
"Huh?!"
At these words, the others' eyes instantly lit up. Did the boss mean...?
Could it be that he actually had some method?
"Is Luo Chuan talking about the Riot Period Spirit Ascension Platform?"
Gu Yue, seeing through Tang Luochuan's thoughts, smiled as she spoke.
"Exactly."
Tang Luochuan nodded with a smile.
"Riot Period Spirit Ascension Platform..."
The others were puzzled. Though they didn't know what this was, the word "riot" suggested it was even more challenging than the usual Spirit Ascension Platform. Wouldn't that make things even harder for them?
"Every year, there's a specific time in the Spirit Ascension Platform when the Soul Beasts become exceptionally aggressive, their numbers increase, and a group can be teleported together."
Tang Luochuan explained with a smile.
"Really?!"
Hearing this, the group immediately grew excited. This sounded like an amazing opportunity!
Sticking close to the boss and Sister Gu Yue in the Spirit Ascension Platform—how could they possibly fail to achieve Spirit Ascension then?
The Riot Period Spirit Ascension Platform...
Would be the best thing ever.
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"..."
"Boss, was Sister Gu Yue originally from the Spirit Transfer Pagoda? How come we never heard you mention it before?"
On the way back, Xie Xie couldn't resist asking Tang Luochuan, his face full of curiosity.
It wasn't just him—the others were equally curious. At their age, they hadn't given much thought to future affiliations with major factions, yet Sister Gu Yue was already part of a powerful organization.
Not only that, but she had even invited the boss to join the Spirit Transfer Pagoda. Was this Sister Gu Yue's efficiency at work?
"I only found out recently myself."
Tang Luochuan replied calmly, though inwardly he was amused. The person in question was right beside them—why ask him? These little brothers really took his relationship with Gu Yue for granted, didn't they?
"My family members are all in the Spirit Transfer Pagoda, so naturally I joined the organization from a young age. I previously invited Luo Chuan to join as well."
Gu Yue explained slowly with a faint smile on her face.
"Is that so?"
The group pondered thoughtfully—her family members were also in the Spirit Transfer Pagoda...
Judging by the attitude of that senior earlier, her family's status within the pagoda was likely anything but ordinary.
"Luo Chuan."
"You know that old... well, Tower Master Nan Ye?"
Gu Yue's gaze shifted toward Tang Luochuan, her face brimming with curiosity. She had assumed he wouldn't have had any prior connections with the Spirit Transfer Pagoda.
Yet not only did he know someone there, but he was also directly acquainted with the Tower Master of East Sea City.
Though that old man wasn't overwhelmingly powerful, within the coastal cities, he was among the top-tier combatants—especially in East Sea City, where his strength alone could hold up the sky.
"We're acquainted."
"Back in Aolai City, my talent caught the attention of the local Spirit Transfer Pagoda. A Spirit Transfer Master named Brother Tao reported it to the East Sea City branch."
"That senior visited my home, and he even gifted me my first Soul Spirit."
Tang Luochuan smiled faintly, recalling that Spirit Transfer Master with some amusement.
The Tower Master's approach had a distinct investor-like flavor to it—quite an interesting character.
"Oh?"
Hearing this, Gu Yue was genuinely surprised. She hadn't expected Tang Luochuan to have such a history with the Spirit Transfer Pagoda.
"Didn't they try to recruit you into the pagoda then?"
She couldn't help but ask curiously.
Given his talent, it seemed impossible they wouldn't have—especially considering how the man had spoken to him earlier. It didn't seem like an offer had never been made. Had Luo Chuan refused...?
"They did. I turned them down."
"You refused?"
"Then why agree this time..."
Gu Yue was about to say something but quickly stopped herself, her expression turning slightly awkward. Could it be... he had only agreed to join the Spirit Transfer Pagoda because she had asked him to?
Was it really because of her?!
"Guess."
Tang Luochuan's gaze lingered on her as he grinned.
"I won't."
Gu Yue instantly understood, a lovely smile spreading across her face. She averted her eyes and murmured softly, though the corners of her lips had already curled into a charming arc.
Little Tang Luochuan...
He's actually quite nice.
"..."
"Since you're being so well-behaved."
"I'll put in a good word for you with the teacher. Not that I wanted to, of course."
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