Heaven-Destroying Earth-Shattering, Heaven-Devouring, and Eternal Heaven were the three God-Slaying Grade Fixed-Type Soul Tool Shells manufactured by the Douluo Federation.
Among the three, "Eternal Heaven" was the most powerful, its destructive force comparable to—or even slightly exceeding—the combined power of the other two shells.
Though individually, Heaven-Destroying Earth-Shattering and Heaven-Devouring were weaker than Eternal Heaven, and the original story never truly demonstrated their god-slaying capabilities, on paper their potential was still there.
In the original story, the upgraded "Eternal Heaven" had been able to wound the Abyss Saint Lord. If these two were also upgraded and deployed on the battlefield, even better results could be achieved.
This was one reason Huo Yuhao was requesting the two God-Slaying Grade shells.
But for the meeting attendees, what mattered most wasn't the reason for the request—it was the fact that Huo Yuhao claimed he could improve God-Slaying Grade Fixed-Type Soul Tool Shells!
Those three shells were the Federation's crowning achievement, created with immense resources and the combined efforts of countless soul tool technology experts.
Perhaps future generations might be able to improve them, but in this era, not even Wang Hongchen, as Head of Mingde Hall, would claim to possess that capability.
After all, these were shells, not just anything—one mistake and they'd explode. Without soul tool technology that surpassed the current era, even disassembly could be life-threatening.
And now Huo Yuhao had casually said "modify," as if it were the most ordinary thing. Was that right?
Did he even know what he was saying?
Even a reincarnated deity who'd studied soul tool technology couldn't possibly reach that level in just over a decade, could they?
If not for the fact that with Huo Yuhao's strength he didn't need the two shells, and that there were far simpler ways to obtain them, some might have thought he was trying to swindle strategic weapons.
Yu Guanzhi took a deep breath, suppressing his shock, and said tentatively, "Lord, the God-Slaying Grade shells are of great importance, but for the continent's safety, the Federation could make concessions."
"However, improving them is ultimately an extraordinary feat. I've heard you've studied soul tool technology and are quite skilled, but..."
Before he could finish, Qianku Dongfeng beside him raised a hand to interrupt, speaking with certainty, "Divine Brush Lord, you worry too much. This person's soul tool technology surpasses our imagination!"
Since it was the Ancestor's decision, supporting it first was definitely the right call—it was politically correct.
Besides, what he said was true.
The Ancestor had studied soul tool technology across two lifetimes; his mastery was beyond imagination.
Qianku Dongfeng's sudden endorsement drew many confused and surprised looks.
Why was the Spirit Transmission Tower Tower Master so supportive of Huo Yuhao—even reverent?
Gu Yuena, Snow Empress, and the others glanced at Qianku Dongfeng, understanding the situation, but kept their composure.
Wang Hongchen, however, observed the hint of reverence in Qianku Dongfeng's gaze toward Huo Yuhao—the same look his own juniors gave him!
Instantly, the suspicion that had been forming in his mind ignited like a spark.
In that moment, all the anomalies surrounding Huo Yuhao since his emergence flashed through his mind.
The soul tool mastery that seemed innate rather than "learned."
The extraordinary prestige within the Spirit Transmission Tower, supported by Emperor Tian, Snow Empress, and now even Qianku Dongfeng.
And that martial soul named "Spirit Eyes"—if paired with the Ice-Jade Emperor Scorpion martial soul...
Wang Hongchen's heart leaped.
These scattered pieces all pointed to one possibility!
A legend from the Douluo Continent's ten-thousand-year history!
A deity returning in mortal form could indeed be him!
After a brief silence, Wang Hongchen suddenly looked up, his gaze toward Huo Yuhao filled with a mixture of reverence and shock, his voice slightly strained: "I agree to entrust the Heaven-Destroying Earth-Shattering, protected by Mingde Hall, to you for refinement, Lord. But before that, could you answer one question?"
The room fell silent.
Harossa turned sharply, frowning at Wang Hongchen. Though puzzled by his approach, he didn't immediately speak.
Huo Yuhao looked at Wang Hongchen and nodded slightly.
Wang Hongchen asked seriously, "Lord, your aura is deep as an abyss—you've clearly reached the Title Douluo level. I wonder what title you plan to choose? Will it be 'Spirit Transmission' like the Tower Master, or... something else?"
Huo Yuhao raised an eyebrow. "You already have an answer in your heart, don't you?"
Was this confirmation? Or did it have another meaning?
Wang Hongchen's heart pounded. He took a deep breath, as if suppressing surging emotions, and slowly spoke: "Indeed, my brother and I have witnessed your soul tool mastery. At first, not knowing you were a reincarnated person, I thought you were simply gifted in soul tools. Given your relationship with Snow Empress, I assumed you were a descendant of that person."
"Later, when I noticed your cultivation speed, intellect, and soul tool progress were all abnormal, I even suspected you might be the person himself. But the sudden emergence of the 'Fire God reincarnation' identity temporarily made me abandon that idea—until today."
Though he didn't specify who "the person himself" was, given Wang Hongchen's preceding words, many in the room had already guessed, and expressions of disbelief slowly rose on their faces.
Wasn't Huo Yuhao the Fire God's reincarnation? How could this be...?
Wang Hongchen continued, his voice deepening: "I don't believe a deity from outside the Douluo Plane could so quickly master soul tool technology to the point of disassembling and improving God-Slaying Grade shells. But if it were that person who left a deep mark in history, returning from the river of time..."
He paused, rose, and looked around at some of his stunned colleagues, then bowed solemnly: "Even now, I still have doubts. I ask you to answer my question and resolve our confusion!"
Having been prepared to reveal his identity, Huo Yuhao met Wang Hongchen's serious gaze and the multitude of excited, doubtful, and uncertain eyes around him. He chuckled lightly and released his Ice Empress martial soul without reservation!
BOOM!
The original projection of the Ice-Jade Emperor Scorpion appeared behind him, crystalline and translucent, its tail stinger raised high, radiating pressure that made heaven and earth change color. The chill of ultimate ice swept through the room, temperatures plummeting.
Huo Yuhao's eyes lit up simultaneously as he activated his Spirit Eyes. An invisible spiritual pressure interwove with the chill, spreading like an undercurrent.
Even without deliberately targeting anyone, the Super Douluo—even quasi-divine—present felt a pressure, as if silently watched by some ancient beast.
Ten thousand years had passed—the Spirit-Ice had returned!
"My title shall be Spirit-Ice!"
His voice wasn't loud, but each word was clear, carrying an inexplicable authority.
Feeling this aura, Wang Hongchen's breath caught, his pupils trembling violently.
All his doubts and suspicions in that moment were confirmed!
He smiled wryly. "Indeed, the 'Spirit' in 'Spirit-Ice' isn't the 'Spirit' of the Spirit Transmission Tower, as most believe—it's the 'Spirit' of Spirit Eyes. Each character represents a martial soul. So simple, yet I never dared to be sure. Truly..."
The Federation Council Chairman and others stared fixedly at the Ice-Jade Emperor Scorpion projection behind Huo Yuhao, at those Spirit Eyes, Wang Hongchen's murmured words echoing in their ears, their pupils trembling violently.
No more evidence was needed. The Spirit-Ice Douluo's martial soul was the Ice-Jade Emperor Scorpion—the only such case in history, a unique martial soul like Lan Muzi's.
When Huo Yuhao revealed his Ice Empress martial soul, they already had their answer. Wang Hongchen's words merely tore down the last veil.
The person before them was the savior of spirit beasts, the founder of the Spirit Soul system, a master soul tool craftsman, the first-generation Tower Master of the Spirit Transmission Tower—Spirit-Ice Douluo, Huo Yuhao!
"Truly incredible," Rong Tianling murmured.
She hadn't expected the person who'd won over her father to be a Douluo Continent legend—how could she not be shocked?
She wondered what her father would think when he found out.
Hearing her murmur, Yu Guanzhi and the others snapped back to reality and couldn't help nodding inwardly.
Indeed, who could have guessed Huo Yuhao's true identity was the Spirit-Ice Douluo? This was even more shocking than the news he was a reincarnated deity!
The legends passed down also said this legendary figure hadn't become a deity?
Now it seemed someone had spread baseless rumors!
"No wonder I felt something strange when facing you. You're the Son of Destiny from ten thousand years ago?" Harossa seemed to understand something, thinking to himself.
Beside him, Nanaly's lips parted slightly in astonishment—she felt the world had gone insane.
She'd thought her promising junior turning out to be a reincarnated deity was already absurd enough—nothing could be more ridiculous.
But there was another level.
And it was the same person.
You're even better at acting and wearing multiple identities than I am! I, as Deputy Dark Department Head, gladly concede!
Nanaly's mind was in chaos, her emotions growing more complex.
Among those present, aside from the Spirit Transmission Tower people, she had the closest relationship with Huo Yuhao. In the past, she'd played the innocent junior, chatting with him about everything, sometimes even elder-like in her remarks—"Not bad, young man." Now, recalling it, she wished she could find a hole to crawl into.
The key was that the Spirit-Ice Douluo himself didn't seem embarrassed, so she couldn very well use those memories to tease this senior—leaving her the only one embarrassed.
Was this within your calculations too? As expected of the Spirit-Ice Douluo.
Wang Hongchen didn't think so far. Having confirmed his suspicions, he bowed again.
"Greetings, Spirit-Ice Douluo."
His words jolted everyone back.
Though still shocked, they were ultimately figures at the Douluo Federation's pinnacle. After a brief moment of losing composure, they quickly steadied themselves.
The Council Chairman took a deep breath and rose to speak solemnly: "On behalf of the Douluo Federation, I welcome the return of Lord Spirit-Ice."
The others followed protocol, rising to bow and pay respects to this senior of the Douluo Continent. "Greetings, Lord Spirit-Ice!"
His achievements alone merited their respect.
Qianku Dongfeng was naturally among them. Though surprised by Huo Yuhao's self-revelation, having known his identity in advance, he wasn't as shocked as the others. Naturally, his address differed.
"Junior Qianku Dongfeng of the Spirit Transmission Tower greets the Spirit-Ice Ancestor!"
Huo Yuhao nodded slightly, raising his hand to indicate there was no need for formality.
"We're still in a meeting. No need for such ceremony."
His tone remained calm, but now it seemed to carry an air of authority that brooked no argument. "Please, sit."
Everyone sat back down.
Then they looked at Gu Yuena, Emperor Tian, and Snow Empress—who remained calm and composed—especially Emperor Tian and Snow Empress. Understanding dawned.
Well, what else was there to understand? These two had clearly known Huo Yuhao was the Spirit-Ice Douluo all along.
Not surprising.
Emperor Tian and Snow Empress were old friends of the Spirit-Ice Douluo. It was only natural that the three would reunite in this era.
However...
Some glanced at Qianku Dongfeng, who had joined them in bowing, their expressions gradually turning peculiar.
This Tower Master Qianku had spoken highly of Huo Yuhao, but had only just learned the truth and hadn't yet formally greeted him, right?
As the Spirit Transmission Tower's Tower Master, he'd only just learned of the first-generation Tower Master's return—and the Ancestor had been operating right under his nose this whole time, watching his policies...
What a pitiful Tower Master.
At this thought, Nanaly's previously complex mood lightened, and she couldn't help but inwardly chuckle: Compared to outsiders, the Spirit Transmission Tower's internal situation was even funnier.
So, just as Qianku Dongfeng sat down, he heard Nanaly's voice transmission nearby, tinged with barely concealed schadenfreude: "Tower Master Qianku, when did you learn this person was the Spirit-Ice Douluo? I heard the Spirit Transmission Tower even welcomed Lord Spirit-Ice at an internal meeting?"
"..."
Qianku Dongfeng's face darkened.
Miss Nanaly, why must you bring up what I'd rather forget?
He'd been determined not to recall those awkward moments with the Ancestor, and she'd brought them all back with one sentence!
Remembering the time he'd welcomed the first-generation Tower Master on behalf of the Spirit Transmission Tower, Qianku Dongfeng wished for a hole to crawl into.
Back then, Snow Empress and the others must have been laughing at him, right?
Worse still, once Huo Yuhao's identity as the Spirit-Ice Ancestor was fully exposed, thanks to the rumors spread by certain members of the Spirit Transmission Tower, that moment would become the joke of the year.
Just thinking about it made his life feel utterly bleak.
He'd been socially embarrassed—right in front of their Spirit Transmission Tower Ancestor!
Let the world burn!
Seeing Qianku Dongfeng's expression shift through various shades, Nanaly blinked but wisely didn't press further.
After everyone had processed this massive amount of information, Huo Yuhao continued, "I want to take two God-Slaying-Grade shells to modify. Any objections?"
Who agrees? Who opposes?
The room fell silent for a moment.
If this had been said at the meeting's start, even if Huo Yuhao was a reincarnated deity, some would have had reservations. Those two shells were the Federation's ultimate treasures—not something to give away casually.
But now—
Wang Hongchen spoke first: "Mingde Hall will fully cooperate."
Rong Tianling followed: "The War Temple has no objection."
Harossa nodded: "The Dark Department agrees."
Zhang Huanyun's voice was hoarse but firm: "The Blood God Legion has no objection—only the hope that we can defeat the Abyss!"
The Council Chairman surveyed the room. Seeing no objections, he said solemnly, "Very well. The Federation formally approves—Heaven-Destroying Earth-Shattering and Heaven-Devouring are to be entrusted to Lord Spirit-Ice for modify and use!"
Watching the scene where Huo Yuhao's words met no opposition, Snow Empress's lips curved into a smile.
Ten thousand years had passed. Finally, you've stepped onto the Douluo Continent's stage in your true identity.
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