At first, Jing Hongchen had no intention of recruiting Huo Yuhao.
But when he saw Huo Yuhao, relying solely on the power of a Soul King, instantly defeat fifteen Soul Douluos, he was stunned.
Is this even human?
On his side, the research on Spirit Tools still had a long way to go.
Many of the Soul Masters under him, as they delved deeper into Spirit Tools, had begun to look down on pure Soul Masters.
If this continued to escalate, it could very well cost lives in the future!
Naturally, Jing Hongchen did not want his country to be arrogant and reckless.
This was precisely why he wanted Huo Yuhao brought over for discussion.
When Jing Hongchen spoke up, it was Elder Xuan's turn to hesitate.
At that moment, Elder Mu's voice rang out:
"Very well. Bring him to the second floor."
Upon hearing this, Jing Hongchen's expression immediately became solemn, and he stood up quickly.
Although he hadn't appeared openly with the Main Sect, from a distance he had clearly observed Elder Xuan's battle with Poison Immortal, and later Poison Immortal being intimidated by the golden light of Shrek Academy.
Although Jing Hongchen's cultivation had not yet reached the level of a Super Douluo, his insight was sharp.
He immediately realized that the external perception of Shrek Academy had been completely mistaken.
The strongest person in Shrek Academy was not the Gluttonous Douluo, Elder Xuan—but someone else entirely.
And that person was so powerful that even the Main Sect Leader, Poison Immortal, had to step back. What kind of strength was that?
That was why, after the Main Sect departed, he had quietly infiltrated Shrek Academy instead of appearing openly like the Main Sect.
Jing Hongchen, Leader of the Mingde Hall, spoke in a deep voice:
"Elder Xuan, and this unknown senior, on me are at least three trigger-type Level-9 Spirit Tools."
"If I am attacked, the power of these three Level-9 Spirit Tools is enough to flatten the entire Shrek City, unstoppable by any force."
Clearly, the appearance of Elder Mu had shaken him.
By revealing his abilities, he was showing weakness.
This was Shrek Academy. As far as Jing Hongchen knew, there were probably more than five Super Douluos here.
No matter how strong his Spirit Tools were, his cultivation level was only ninety-three.
At close range, he could never match that many Super Douluos.
The advantage of Spirit Tools in the Second Cycle was still for long-range attacks!
Only in the Third Cycle had Dou Armor been developed—wearable for combat.
However, facing Jing Hongchen's self-explosion, Elder Mu remained calm.
"Once you enter my Sea God Pavilion, you are a guest. If I truly wanted to move against you, those so-called Level-9 Spirit Tools of yours might not even unleash their power."
Jing Hongchen did not refute this. He was confident in his Spirit Tools.
Although he did not yet know Elder Mu's true strength and identity, he was not immediately intimidated.
"It is an honor to be a guest of the Sea God Pavilion," he said respectfully.
Led by Elder Xuan, he soon arrived at the second floor.
Elder Mu leaned back on a recliner, with Huo Yuhao, Wang Dong, and Xiao Xiao standing behind him.
Jing Hongchen's gaze was fully drawn to Elder Mu. The old man's face was aged and frail, with no aura of power radiating.
Yet Jing Hongchen could be certain—the one who had previously scared off the Main Sect was this very elder!
The strength and cultivation of this old man could not be judged by sight.
He never expected Shrek Academy to have such a formidable figure. His caution was proving wise.
"Greetings. May I ask your honorable name, senior?" Jing Hongchen bowed slightly.
Elder Mu smiled faintly. "I am called Mu En. I doubt there are many in this world who still remember my name."
Jing Hongchen's face showed genuine confusion.
In his research and investigations into Shrek Academy, he had never encountered this name.
The more unfamiliar, the greater his caution.
After paying respects to Elder Mu, Jing Hongchen turned his gaze to Huo Yuhao.
In the battle reports of the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, this name appeared most frequently.
A peerless prodigy of Shrek Academy!
All this information flashed through Jing Hongchen's mind. For the upcoming exchanges and learning, he became even more determined: he had to recruit Huo Yuhao!
Little did he know, he was about to invite a wolf into his home.
"Senior Mu, what is your opinion on my suggestion for an exchange?"
As a guest, Jing Hongchen naturally spoke first.
However, Elder Mu did not answer immediately, instead asking:
"Tell me, in your view, which is superior: Mingde Hall or the Sea God Pavilion?"
Jing Hongchen was momentarily taken aback. The question sounded vague, but he quickly understood.
Elder Mu was asking about the comparison between Soul Masters and Spirit Masters, between Mingde Hall and Shrek Academy.
After a brief moment of thought, Jing Hongchen replied:
"Take Elder Xuan as an example. Within a hundred meters, he would certainly win. But I have the ability to take him down with me."
"At a distance of a thousand meters, I can protect myself and withdraw. At ten thousand meters, I am confident I could win, provided Elder Xuan does not retreat actively."
"In a full-scale war, my side would prevail."
"Impressive confidence," Elder Mu smiled slightly.
"If it is war, the advantage of Spirit Tools is undeniable. In a contest of elite combat power, Shrek's position on the continent is unshakable. Neither Mingde Hall nor the Main Sect can challenge it."
As he spoke, Jing Hongchen's tone carried a hint of bitterness.
He had thought Shrek Academy was just the garbage Elder Xuan.
Who knew there was also Elder Mu!
Suddenly, a bright idea struck him.
Of course!
If the Main Sect couldn't compete, what about combining Spirit Tools with a native martial soul?
He hadn't yet tested his Spirit Tools with a martial-soul user!
The physical strength of a native martial soul allowed users to wield Spirit Tools too heavy for ordinary Soul Masters!
Heaven!
In an instant, Jing Hongchen felt a whole new world open in his mind.
But the joy quickly subsided.
The Sun Moon Empire had no native martial souls, and the Main Sect would never reveal their martial soul secrets.
He had no way to test his hypothesis.
Suddenly, Jing Hongchen's heart leapt.
Huo Yuhao—wasn't he a native martial soul?!
Immediately, his eyes burned with intensity.
He had to make Huo Yuhao the exchange student!
He had to witness the sparks between native martial souls and Spirit Tools!
Spirit Tools might very well be the future of the Second Cycle!
"Huo Yuhao! I am determined!!!"
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