Douluo Continent: I Moved the Entire Dragon King.

The Sun Moon Empire's soul tool technology was far ahead of the original three kingdoms of the Douluo Continent for countless years. Those people who originally belonged to the three kingdoms did not pay much attention to soul tools at all, and after developing them for hundreds of years, their level was just so-so.

Of course, when Xiao Hongchen's gaze swept over Huo Yuhao, he still suppressed some of his contempt. After all, Huo Yuhao came from that Shrek Academy in the sky. If that Shrek Academy in the sky could create something like a soul-guided vehicle, then it was enough to prove that the soul-guided device technology of the Douluo Plains and the Three Kingdoms was no match for that Shrek Academy in the sky.

But so what?

He laughed at the world and was never afraid of any challenge.

"Okay, you've got guts."

Xiao Hongchen nodded, the disdain in his eyes lessening, replaced by a serious expression.

"Come with me."

He turned around and walked deeper into the academy.

Huo Yuhao followed behind him, the two of them one in front and one behind, crossing the wide road, passing several uniquely designed buildings, and finally stopping in front of a silver-white building.

Xiao Hongchen pushed open the door and went inside, with Huo Yuhao following closely behind.

This is a spacious and bright hall, filled with various soul tool manufacturing equipment, including precision metal workbenches and auxiliary devices inlaid with various carving knives and measuring tools, neatly arranged in the corners.

A faint metallic scent permeated the air.

Xiao Hongchen walked to a workbench, turned around, and opened his arms, like a monarch displaying his territory.

"This is the soul tool manufacturing room for soul masters at our Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy."

His tone carried a hint of pride, and his gaze swept over the sophisticated equipment, his eyes filled with self-satisfaction.

"These tools and auxiliary devices were all independently developed by our Sun Moon Empire, which can provide a lot of convenience in the production of soul tools."

Huo Yuhao's gaze swept across the workbench, and he made a silent comparison in his mind.

He was very familiar with these things.

The carving knives, measuring tools, and auxiliary devices he used at Shrek Academy in the air, though somewhat different in appearance, were essentially the same in function and principle.

In fact, the college's tools are even more sophisticated.

However, Huo Yuhao did not show it, but simply nodded lightly, his face expressionless.

Looking at his indifferent demeanor, Xiao Hongchen couldn't help but feel somewhat dissatisfied.

This guy isn't even surprised to see so many sophisticated soul tool manufacturing equipment?

Is the equipment at Shrek Academy in the Sky better than here?

Xiao Hongchen shook his head, clearing his mind of distractions, cleared his throat, and said seriously.

"Since it's a competition, there has to be a question."

He looked at Huo Yuhao, a glint of light flashing in his eyes.

Huo Yuhao's gaze fell on Xiao Hongchen, and then he nodded slightly.

"So what are the questions for the competition?"

After hearing Huo Yuhao's question, Xiao Hongchen smiled and spoke.

"It's simple. Making a level four shock cannon is enough. Among level four soul tools, the shock cannon is one of the more complex ones."

"How about we compete in this?"

Huo Yuhao nodded slightly upon hearing this.

"can."

He paused for a moment, then asked again.

"Can I see the blueprints for the shockwave cannon first?"

Xiao Hongchen's gaze fell on Huo Yuhao, a look of surprise flashing in his eyes. Huo Yuhao had never seen this kind of blueprint before?

However, he quickly realized that this was something that only the Sun Moon Royal Soul Instructor Academy taught, and it was normal that other academies did not teach it.

However... in that case, it would seem that my victory was somewhat unfair.

"I'll wait until you finish looking at this drawing before we start the competition."

As he spoke, Xiao Hongchen took out a drawing from his storage soul tool and handed it to Huo Yuhao.

"I won't take advantage of you. If you're planning to practice, that's fine too. I'll give you two days to get familiar with it."

Xiao Hongchen had made shock cannons before, but the success rate wasn't very high, since these things were really difficult to make.

"Or, you could come up with a question."

Xiao Hongchen's gaze fell on Huo Yuhao, and he quietly looked at Huo Yuhao, waiting for Huo Yuhao's answer.

Since Huo Yuhao is unfamiliar with the Shock Cannon, he could also bring out a soul tool he's unfamiliar with for a competition, such as that soul-guided vehicle...

Xiao Hongchen did indeed still have his eye on Huo Yuhao's soul-guided vehicle, but after all, he had given out the blueprints for the Shock Cannon. This soul-guided vehicle was also a level four soul tool, so exchanging a level four for another level four was not impossible.

"Need not."

Huo Yuhao shook his head slightly, his gaze falling on the drawing paper that Xiao Hongchen handed him.

“Alright, then I’ll give you two days. Just tell the security guard what you need for food during this time, and he’ll provide it for you.”

Xiao Hongchen didn't react much after hearing Huo Yuhao's refusal.

"No, I mean I don't need two days."

Huo Yuhao continued to add.

"Not even two days?"

Xiao Hongchen looked at Huo Yuhao in disbelief. He knew that when he first came into contact with the Shock Cannon, it had taken him quite a while, but Huo Yuhao, who was only using it for the first time, didn't even need two days.

Immediately, Xiao Hongchen's expression darkened.

"What do you mean? Are you admitting defeat outright?"

"No, I've memorized everything. The competition can begin now."

Huo Yuhao looked at Xiao Hongchen intently, and after meeting Huo Yuhao's gaze, Xiao Hongchen became unhappy. What did this mean? Was he showing off his talent in front of a genius like himself?

Or is it that Huo Yuhao has actually seen the Shock Cannon, but pretended not to have seen it in order to create a genius persona?

No matter which one it is, Xiao Hongchen will crush Huo Yuhao! In the name of genius!

Chapter 234 Are you a genius or am I a genius?

The two stood in front of the workbench.

Xiao Hongchen took out an exquisite timer from his storage soul tool, placed it in the corner of the workbench, and then turned around to look at Huo Yuhao.

"The rules are simple."

He held up three fingers, his tone carrying a hint of official impartiality.

"Completion is a standard, quality is a standard, and time is also a standard."

"Of course, if you can't do it, then you lose."

He pointed to the three documents neatly arranged on the workbench.

"You only have three chances, and only three sets of materials. If you run out of materials and still haven't finished making it, you lose."

Huo Yuhao's gaze swept over the three documents, and he silently made a calculation in his mind.

The quality of these materials is similar to, or even slightly inferior to, those used in the academy. Although the shock cannon is complex, it is not too difficult for him.

"understood."

He nodded, took out a carving knife from his storage soul tool, and placed it in his palm.

Xiao Hongchen's gaze fell on the carving knife. He examined it carefully. It was a very ordinary carving knife, completely silver-white, without any decoration. The blade was sharpened, but that was all.

It's not made of any special material, just the most ordinary kind.

Xiao Hongchen shook his head inwardly. The carving knife he used was specially made, with three auxiliary circuits engraved on it to improve the stability and accuracy of the engraving. He also provided Huo Yuhao with a carving knife, but Huo Yuhao did not use it.

Xiao Hongchen didn't say anything more.

The tools belong to them; it's none of his business.

"Are you ready?"

Laughing at the world, he asked.

Huo Yuhao gripped the carving knife tightly and nodded.

"Start!"

As soon as Xiao Hongchen finished speaking, he immediately buried himself in the production. His movements were skilled and smooth. He picked up the first piece of metal and quickly processed its surface.

His technique was fast, but every step was precise and accurate, without the slightest hesitation.

This is the result of his countless practice sessions.

However, just as he was focused on his work, his peripheral vision inadvertently swept over Huo Yuhao opposite him, and his movements suddenly froze.

Huo Yuhao's hands were moving at an incredible speed, carving metal with a carving knife in his right hand. The knife was swiftly slicing across the metal surface, and intricate soul power circuits appeared like flowing water beneath the blade.

Meanwhile, his right hand didn't stop!

While he was engraving the core magic array, he was also using his left hand to work on another piece of material, removing burrs, polishing the edges, and adjusting the dimensions...

Both hands are performing different processes at the same time!

Xiao Hongchen's eyes widened, his mouth slightly open, his face filled with disbelief.

What kind of operation is this?!

During the creation of a Soul Guide, every step requires complete concentration; the slightest carelessness can render the entire Soul Guide unusable.

Especially when engraving the core magic array, all energy and mental strength need to be concentrated on the engraving knife.

But Huo Yuhao was actually processing other materials while inscribing the magic array?!

Moreover, his movements were fluid and seamless, without the slightest pause.

How is this possible?!

Xiao Hongchen's mind was in chaos. He even forgot about the work he was doing and just stared blankly at Huo Yuhao's actions, his heart filled with shock and disbelief.

Huo Yuhao's carving knife moved swiftly across the metal surface, at an astonishing speed. Each stroke was precise, and each lift was just right.

In less than the time it takes to brew a cup of tea, the first core magic array was completed.

Huo Yuhao put the piece of metal aside, picked up another one, and continued.

His movements remained swift and precise, without the slightest pause.

Xiao Hongchen finally came to his senses, took a deep breath, and suppressed the shock in his heart.

"We can't let him influence us..."

He muttered to himself, forcing himself to refocus and continue with his work.

However, his gaze still involuntarily drifted towards Huo Yuhao.

Each time it drifted past, his feelings became more complicated.

Because Huo Yuhao's speed is much faster than his.

Moreover, it wasn't just the speed; Huo Yuhao's techniques, those skills he had never seen before, and the exquisite coordination of his hands operating simultaneously, all made Xiao Hongchen feel a deep sense of powerlessness.

He is the true genius of the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy; he is the one whom everyone looks up to.

But at this moment, in front of Huo Yuhao, his reputation as a genius seemed so pale.

Xiao Hongchen gritted his teeth, forcing himself not to look at Huo Yuhao, and focused all his attention on the carving knife in his hand.

However, his mind was already in turmoil.

The carving knife left a shallow mark on the metal surface. He quickly pulled back, but a scratch that shouldn't have been there was still left.

Damn it!

Xiao Hongchen cursed under his breath, threw the piece of metal aside, and picked up the second document.

Meanwhile, Huo Yuhao continued working methodically.

His hands didn't stop, and his eyes didn't wander around; he focused solely on every piece of metal and every component in his hands.