Simultaneous Transmigration: From Douluo Continent to the Pinnacle

"Even if a young man is incredibly talented, he can't be so arrogant as to disregard even a Dou Sheng," Old Ghost Zhaixing thought to himself. "As long as I let him see the true strength of the Soul Palace, let him know what kind of enormous being he is fighting against, and then offer him great rewards, I don't believe he won't be tempted."

He was at least 70% confident. After all, the Soul Hall had a Dou Sheng (Battle Saint) presiding over it, and the sheer power of the hall was feared throughout the entire Central Continent. How could a young man who had only recently come from the Northwest Continent know what true power was? Once he felt that irresistible pressure, he would understand that cooperating with the Soul Hall was the only wise choice.

As he was pondering this, a calm voice suddenly came from behind him: "Were you looking for me?"

The old ghost who picked stars froze and suddenly turned around.

A young man appeared three zhang behind him without him noticing, standing quietly and calmly watching him. The young man wore a simple white robe, his posture was upright, and his demeanor was composed; he looked like an ordinary passerby. But Old Ghost Zhaixing felt his hair stand on end—he hadn't noticed how the man had appeared at all!

"Who are you?" Old Ghost Zhaixing suppressed his fear and asked in a deep voice.

"Weren't you looking for me?" Lin Yao smiled slightly. "Canaan Academy, Lin Yao."

Old Ghost Zhaixing's pupils contracted slightly. He sensed the composure and certainty in the other's tone—the confidence of a master who showed no nervousness even when facing a formidable foe. But Old Ghost Zhaixing had weathered countless storms in Zhongzhou, and he quickly regained his composure. He cupped his hands in greeting, a friendly smile appearing on his face: "So it's young friend Lin Yao. I am Old Ghost Zhaixing of the Soul Palace. I have long admired your name and have come to pay my respects today."

"A visit?" Lin Yao raised an eyebrow. "Does the Soul Hall always approach visitors with a murderous aura?"

The old ghost who picked stars froze for a moment, then said frankly, "Young friend, you misunderstand. I have come here with no ill intentions. Elder Mu Gu has some old grudges with the Soul Hall, and his life or death is none of my concern. To be honest, I am here on the orders of the Hall Master to invite you to join the Soul Hall. With your talent, if you receive the assistance of the Soul Hall, becoming a Dou Sheng will not be difficult. At that time, you will have a place in the entire Central Continent."

The prospect he described sounded quite appealing, and his tone was sincere enough that Lin Yao might have been persuaded had he not already seen through the true nature of the Soul Hall. However, Lin Yao simply listened quietly, the curve of his lips unchanged, his eyes showing no fluctuation, even a hint of amusement: "Old Man Mu Gu was also a member of the Soul Hall before, wasn't he? He's dead, and you didn't even show the slightest intention of standing up for him, instead trying to win over his enemies?"

The old ghost who picks stars chuckled, his tone calm yet tinged with a cruel certainty: "The value of a dead person is negligible compared to that of a living one. The Soul Hall has always valued only the living. If you are willing to join the Soul Hall, young friend, I guarantee that the Hall Master will certainly give you an important position."

"That sounds like a good deal," Lin Yao nodded slightly. "Unfortunately, I'm not interested."

The old ghost's face slowly darkened, and his tone became much colder: "Young friend, I'm only giving you this opportunity because I see you as a talented person. You may not have truly grasped what the Soul Hall really means—in the Central Continent, no force has ever been able to oppose the Soul Hall. Under the Hall Master's command, there are Dou Sheng level experts personally overseeing things. No matter how monstrous your talent is, facing a true Dou Sheng, you're nothing more than a mayfly trying to shake a tree. You should think carefully about what price you'll pay for rejecting the Soul Hall's goodwill."

"Price?" Lin Yao repeated the word, then suddenly laughed. "Do you think Elder Mu Gu considered the price when he came to me demanding the Azure Lotus Earth Core Flame?"

The old ghost's expression changed completely.

Just as he was about to make a move, he suddenly realized that the space around him had been completely sealed off. A vast and powerful force pressed down from all directions, carrying a weight comparable to an ancient mountain, suppressing all the fighting spirit within his body, making it impossible for him to mobilize even a trace of it.

The power of a Dou Sheng! This power is far beyond the peak of a Dou Zun! Even the old ghost Zhai Xing's soul trembled. He finally understood how Elder Mu Gu had died. The strength this young man displayed right before his eyes wasn't that of a Dou Zun, but an existence capable of crushing him head-on! How laughable that he was still spouting nonsense about "a Dou Sheng expert from the Soul Palace overseeing things," attempting to intimidate others with his level—this man himself was a living Dou Sheng!

"You...who exactly are you?!" The old ghost, Zhaixing, was pinned down by the force, his voice distorted. "You are no ordinary young man!"

Lin Yao withdrew his oppressive aura, but did not completely lift the seal. He looked at the old ghost Zhaixing, who was covered in cold sweat, and his tone suddenly softened: "Old ghost Zhaixing, I've said before that I'm not interested in the Soul Palace. But right now, I do need a way to infiltrate the Soul Palace."

A thousand thoughts raced through Old Ghost Zhaixing's mind. He was a seasoned veteran, and quickly understood the meaning behind Lin Yao's words: "You...you want me to be your superior? To introduce you to the Soul Palace?"

"Smart." Lin Yao nodded. "You've been in the Soul Hall for so many years, you should understand that someone as talented as me joining the Soul Hall would be a great service to you in front of the Hall Master. If you introduce me, I will naturally stay in the Soul Hall. As for what happens in the future... that's our own business."

The old ghost's expression shifted several times. He knew perfectly well that Lin Yao's intention in having him act as an introducer was not genuine, but rather a scheme to seduce the Soul Palace. However, things had come to this point, and if he refused, he feared he would immediately suffer the same fate as Mu Gu. He gritted his teeth and forced a smile: "Alright, I agree."

"Then I'll trouble you." Lin Yao removed the seal, took out a pill from his storage ring, and tossed it to Old Ghost Zhaixing. "This is the deposit. Of course, I suggest you don't have any ulterior motives. After all, I can tell you're lying at a glance."

The old ghost looked down at the eighth-grade pill in his hand, which was emitting a rich fragrance, and then at Lin Yao's calm eyes, which seemed to see through everything. Finally, he completely extinguished the thought of retaliation in his heart.

That night, the medicine garden was brightly lit.

Lin Yao gathered Little Fairy Doctor, Qing Yue, Su Qian, and the two elders, Qian Bai and his companion. He sat in the main seat, a newly written letter spread out in front of him, and slowly began to speak: "I plan to go to Zhongzhou with Old Ghost Zhaixing in the next couple of days. The Soul Palace needs an explanation, and I also need to go to Zhongzhou to find out their situation. It's always better to plan ahead than to scramble at the last minute."

Little Fairy Doctor sat beside him and nodded: "What about the academy..."

"I will instruct Elder Su Qian to keep an eye on the rear. The academy's defensive formations and elixir reserves are sufficient to last for a long time, and we can handle even if powerful figures attack." Lin Yao turned to Qing Yue, "Qing Yue, I have a task for you."

Qingyue immediately sat up straight: "Brother Yao, you speak."

"Tomorrow you will set off with Little Fairy Doctor. First, go to the Heavenly Serpent Mansion, where a secret pupil technique called 'Azure Serpent Three Pupils' is hidden. It will greatly benefit your cultivation of Azure Three Flower Pupils. You must find a way to obtain it. The Heavenly Serpent Mansion has considerable resources; it's better to take it secretly than to rob it openly. Little Fairy Doctor will accompany you." Lin Yao took out a letter and a jade slip. "Then, go to the Wind and Thunder Pavilion. The Wind and Thunder Pavilion has a movement technique called 'Three Thousand Thunder Illusion Body,' which is said to be the treasure of the Wind and Thunder Pavilion. I need a copy of this technique. This is an eighth-grade alchemist's jade slip and letter. Give them directly to the Wind and Thunder Pavilion Master, saying that it was entrusted by an old friend of the Ye family. With this eighth-grade alchemist's jade slip and letter, you should be able to do him a favor."

"The Ye family?" Qingyue asked, somewhat confused.

"The Ye family of Zhongzhou has a long-standing relationship with me," Lin Yao said casually. "They won't make things difficult for you if they see the jade slip and the letter."

He then looked at Little Fairy Doctor, his gaze becoming more serious: "There's one more thing. The people of Ice River Valley have always been extremely interested in those who possess the Calamity Poison Body. Although you have now completely mastered the Poison Body, it would be best to avoid causing any unforeseen complications. Therefore, during this period, you should stay within the Ice River Valley's sphere of influence and avoid direct confrontation with them."

Little Fairy Doctor nodded and said, "I understand, I will be careful."

"Take these pills with you, just in case." Lin Yao pushed several bottles of pills over. "If you encounter any danger that you can't handle, crush the jade talisman I left for you, and I will get there as soon as possible."

Having said all that, his expression finally relaxed, and a relaxed smile appeared on his face: "Alright, everything's settled. Get a good rest tonight, and we'll all set off tomorrow."

As night deepened, the people in the medicine garden gradually dispersed. Little Fairy Doctor stood alone in the courtyard, gazing at the clear moon, lost in thought. Lin Yao walked to her side and stood beside her: "What's wrong?"

Little Fairy Doctor turned to look at him, her pale purple eyes appearing exceptionally clear in the moonlight. She was silent for a moment, then said softly, "Do you really have to go to the Soul Palace? After all, it's... a den of dragons and tigers."

"Don't worry." Lin Yao's answer wasn't too heavy, his tone carrying a confident calmness. "I can't even figure them out, so why would I be afraid of them? Once I've established myself over there and emptied out all the good stuff, I'll come back to find you."

The Little Fairy Doctor's lips curved slightly at his teasing, but she quickly suppressed it. She gently reached out and took his hand, her voice soft and gentle: "Then promise me, you must come back safely."

"Okay." Lin Yao squeezed that long, warm hand. "Wait for me to come back."

The following morning, sunlight bathed Canaan College.

Qingyue had already packed her bags and stood at the academy gate with Little Fairy Doctor. Two flying magical beasts waited not far away, their long cries piercing the sky. Qingyue looked at Lin Yao, and reluctantly tugged at his sleeve: "Brother Yao, are you really not coming with us?"

"There are still some things to finish up here, then I'll head directly into Zhongzhou from the northwest." Lin Yao smiled and ruffled her hair. "Be careful on your journey."

Little Fairy Doctor looked at him for a moment, said nothing, but smiled slightly, as if she had hidden a thousand words in that smile.

"Let's go." Lin Yao waved to them. "I'll be waiting for your good news."

Little Fairy Doctor leaped lightly onto the back of the magical beast, with Qingyue close behind. The two figures rose into the sky, heading in opposite directions, quickly transforming into two small black dots and disappearing into the horizon.

Lin Yao withdrew his gaze and turned to look into the depths of Canaan Academy. In front of the Medicine Garden, Su Qian and the two elders, Qian Bai and Su Qian, were already standing in a row. Su Qian's beard fluttered slightly in the morning breeze, and his eyes were filled with deep reluctance and expectation; although the two elders, Qian Bai and Su Qian, did not say a word, the moisture in their eyes betrayed their feelings at this moment.

"Are you leaving?" Su Qian asked, her voice calm, but the last syllable of her voice was slightly hoarse.

"It's time to go take a look over there." Lin Yao stepped forward and solemnly cupped his hands towards Su Qian. "Elder, I'm entrusting the academy to you."

Su Qian paused for a moment, then raised his hand and patted him heavily on the shoulder: "I have already contacted Dean Mang Tianchi. He said he will come back to oversee things once the matter is settled, so you can go without worry. The outside world is turbulent, but I know that for you, it will be a smooth road. I look forward to your amazing performance."

Lin Yao smiled slightly and nodded to the two elders, Qianbai and Erlao. Without saying anything more, he turned and walked towards the direction where Zhaixing Laogui was waiting.

"Lin Yao!" Su Qian's voice suddenly came from behind.

He paused slightly.

"No matter how far you go, Canaan College will always be your home."

Lin Yao didn't turn around, but he raised his hand and waved gently behind him. The figure gradually disappeared into the distance, eventually becoming a smaller and smaller white dot in the morning light, vanishing among the mountains.

Su Qian stood there, gazing at the empty road, silent for a long time. After a while, he let out a soft sigh and murmured, "This kid... once he goes, he's probably going to turn the entire Central Continent upside down."

The two elders exchanged a glance, both seeing a strange expectation in each other's eyes.

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On the way, Old Ghost Zhaixing introduced Lin Yao to the situation inside the Soul Palace.

The old ghost who picked up the stars pondered for a moment: "The Soul Palace is not a monolithic entity. Under the Palace Master, the several Vice Palace Masters each have their own factions, and there is also open and covert struggle among the Soul Envoys of each Palace. A young genius like you will certainly be valued by the Palace Master, but you will also inevitably attract the jealousy of others. If you perform too brilliantly, those old guys who can't stand seeing others succeed will undoubtedly try to trip you up in countless ways, both openly and secretly."

He paused, then added, "Of course, with your abilities, those obstacles are nothing. But it's always better to avoid trouble and be cautious."

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The old ghost who picked stars twitched his lips, wisely refraining from further persuasion. He had realized that this young man didn't take the Soul Hall people seriously at all. He sighed inwardly, deciding not to make a fool of himself, and changed the subject: "After another half-day's journey, there's a city called Tianya City, a hub at the border of the Northwest and Central Continent. There's a Luo family there, the local tyrants of Tianya City, with a late-stage Dou Zong ancestor in charge, controlling the only spatial wormhole in the city connecting to the northern region of Central Continent. To reach Central Continent, you must pass through their territory."

"The Luo family?" Lin Yao narrowed his eyes slightly. "Are they connected to the Soul Hall?"

The old ghost who picked stars revealed a meaningful smile: "It's not really a relationship, but it's impossible for the Luo family to have been able to establish themselves in Tianya City for so many years without a powerful backer. They have to pay a considerable tribute to the Soul Hall every year in exchange for the Soul Hall's protection. To put it bluntly, they're just a watchdog for my Soul Hall. If you want to use that spatial wormhole, young friend, I'll just go and say hello to them."

Lin Yao didn't reply, but a slight smile slowly curved his lips.