Douluo Continent: The Eternal Order of the Azure Sky.

Held tightly in Kong Tianxu's arms, Zhang Lexuan felt a pure and overflowing joy emanating from him like a warm tide, gently enveloping her.

Influenced by this thought, the complex emotions in her heart were strangely soothed and softened.

So, seeing me makes him this happy?

Thinking of this, the shyness in her heart immediately vanished, leaving only a deep longing and dependence.

"Woo~"

A warm breath, mixed with a tingling sensation, gently landed on her sensitive neck. Zhang Lexuan's delicate body trembled slightly involuntarily.

She felt the heat seem to be continuing downwards, and the hands around her waist began to wander restlessly. Reason told her she should stop, but her body seemed to have its own memory and desires. Instead of retreating, it pressed even closer to that firm and warm chest.

until--

Kong Tianxu turned his head and looked down at her delicate earlobe, which looked almost crystal clear in the morning light, and gently bit it.

"ah!"

Zhang Lexuan's body trembled violently, her eyes instantly went blank and lost focus, her small mouth opened slightly, and a red bud gently emerged, spraying out a layer of misty water vapor.

"Senior Sister, you're such a weakling."

Kong Tianxu chuckled as he helped Zhang Lexuan, whose body had slumped against him, steady her and patiently combed away the few strands of damp hair that clung to her forehead and cheeks due to a light sweat.

Then, he pressed his cheek against her burning cheek to help reduce her burning sensation.

"It's all your fault." Zhang Lexuan was so ashamed that she wanted to disappear. Once she regained some strength, she quickly withdrew from Kong Tianxu and pressed her legs tightly together.

Suddenly, as if she had remembered something, she turned around in a fluster and picked up an exquisite multi-tiered food box from the side.

"By the way, your deep meditation must have greatly affected your physical functions. I prepared this especially for you, so eat up. I really don't know how you had the energy to think about those things on an empty stomach..."

As she finished speaking, Zhang Lexuan mumbled something, lowering her head and not daring to look at him, clearly indicating that she herself lacked confidence.

"I'm not hungry, but since it was brought by my senior sister, I can't let it go to waste."

Kong Tianxu accepted it with a smile. Prolonged deep meditation can indeed cause the body to fall into a state of suspended animation due to lack of nutrient replenishment, making it difficult to even lift one's eyelids and wake up.

In the original novel, after Huo Yuhao gained a deeper understanding of the "Ruling the World" technique, his cultivation level declined instead of increasing due to blockages in his meridians. This was even after his body underwent multiple modifications; for a normal Soul Master, half a year of deep meditation might even have been life-threatening.

This is why the opportunity for deep meditation at the Golden Tree is so precious. Nourished by the massive energy of the Golden Tree, the tree of life and light, the Soul Master's physical functions can naturally be kept at their best.

However, Kong Tianxu naturally didn't need to worry about this. The living metal, which was already at the level of a divine artifact, had merged with his body, so even if he didn't eat or drink for a thousand years, he wouldn't perish.

Zhang Lexuan rolled her eyes at him helplessly, but that one glance sent a jolt through her soul.

A faint golden light appeared in Kong Tianxu's eyes. This light, which was so subtle that it was almost imperceptible without careful observation, made Zhang Lexuan feel a buzzing in her brain. It was as if she had been instantly drawn into some kind of vast mental field, causing a strong resonance and a slight dizziness.

She was absolutely certain that Kong Tianxu's spiritual power level had far surpassed her own, and even exceeded the scope of her understanding.

Zhang Lexuan quickly compared herself to all the powerful figures she had ever met in her mind and was shocked to find that among all the titled Douluo she knew, apart from the deceased Elder Mu, no one could bring her such pure spiritual pressure.

Even Elder Mu was merely unfathomable; he didn't possess the kind of spiritual power that Kong Tianxu had that she found completely irresistible.

She now realizes more clearly that even if her Moon Martial Soul and Kong Tianxu's Silver Dragon are not in a one-sided symbiotic relationship, she still cannot be Kong Tianxu's opponent.

His terrifying elemental power and the mental strength he is currently displaying have far exceeded Zhang Lexuan's understanding.

Watching Kong Tianxu devour his food, Zhang Lexuan smiled gently. She wished this exchange would never end.

Just as she was slightly lost in thought, Kong Tianxu's calm voice came again, interrupting her romantic reverie:

"Le Xuan, I wonder if Dean Yan is at the Sea God Pavilion right now?"

……

In front of the Sea God Pavilion, the ancient golden tree's vigorous branches cast dappled shadows in the sunlight, exuding an ancient and magnificent life force.

Under the respectful guidance of an inner court steward, Kong Tianxu walked through the quiet corridor and entered the core area that symbolized Shrek's highest power and secrets.

Yan Shaozhe seemed to have sensed his arrival long ago, his figure appearing silently. He looked at the young man before him, whose aura was even more composed than before, a complex look flashing across his eyes, which ultimately turned into a calm, businesslike demeanor.

"Come with me."

Without any further pleasantries, Yan Shaozhe turned and led the way. The two entered the first floor of the Sea God Pavilion one after the other. Everything here was so ancient and rustic. It seemed that all the materials used for the furniture and decorations were the same as the unique wood of the Sea God Pavilion itself.

In the center of the spacious hall, there was a long table, but it was empty. Clearly, the elders of the Sea God Pavilion did not want to meet Kong Tianxu in this setting.

The atmosphere was somewhat silent. Yan Shaozhe thought for a moment and smiled, "Tianxu, isn't it strange that the Sea God Pavilion doesn't look particularly impressive? But I wonder if you've noticed that the Sea God Pavilion wasn't built, but rather carved."

Kong Tianxu ignored him, and Yan Shaozhe, seemingly unfazed, continued speaking to himself:

"In fact, the Sea God Pavilion was originally part of this rare golden tree. Without affecting the life of this tree, which possesses the aura of light and life, the academy's predecessors used this golden tree as the foundation to carve the Sea God Pavilion. Therefore, the Sea God Pavilion you see has no trace of splicing. And the various furnishings inside the Sea God Pavilion, as well as the statues before you, were all made from the wood excavated during the carving process. This golden tree..."

Yan Shaozhe paused here and did not continue, but Kong Tianxu knew his unfinished meaning. This golden tree could be said to be the foundation of Shrek Academy.

Instead of ascending, they followed the spiraling wooden staircase downwards, venturing deeper into the depths of the Sea God's Pavilion. The wooden walls on either side of the staircase were inlaid with special crystals that emitted a soft white light, illuminating their path. The deeper they descended, the purer and more ancient the surrounding life force became, as if they were gradually approaching the heart of this golden tree.

Kong Tianxu had expected there to be a door ahead, but there wasn't. A golden light shone, and everything around him suddenly became illusory.

A rich golden halo instantly enveloped Kong Tianxu and his companion. He felt a flash of light before his eyes, and then his feet lost their footing. The next moment, when he landed on solid ground, the golden light around him had quietly disappeared.

The original Sea God Pavilion was gone. Kong Tianxu looked around and found himself in a spacious hall. This huge hall was a hundred meters long on each side and was square in shape. Its size was about the same as the arena of the All-Continent Advanced Soul Master Academy Battle Tournament that he had participated in last time.

Several passageways stretched along both sides of the hall, their destinations unknown. There were no windows; everything was sealed off, yet the air was remarkably fresh. Inside the hall stood statues, just like those at the entrance to Shrek Academy. The Golden Iron Triangle plus the first generation of the Shrek Seven Devils. However, these statues were naturally much smaller than those at the academy entrance, and appeared to be made of wood.

"This place is the underground world of the Sea God Pavilion. There are a total of 108 rooms here, which took the academy a thousand years of time to develop and encompasses environments suitable for almost all types of martial souls. Every inner court disciple has one opportunity to come here for deep meditation. Cultivating here is twice as effective with half the effort and will greatly benefit your cultivation. However, the most precious thing here is not just that it allows soul masters to cultivate. More importantly, it helps soul masters find their own path."

Yan Shaozhe took the lead and walked towards the middle passage, with Kong Tianxu following behind him, looking at the dome-shaped space naturally enveloped by thick golden roots.

“Every Soul Master has their own path to walk. Power attack, agility attack, control, support—these are just the most basic things. To achieve greater success, you must find your path more accurately and precisely. No one can tell you how to walk this path; you must find it yourself. For you twin martial souls, finding your own path is even more important.”

As they spoke, Yan Shaozhe had already reached the end of the passage, where a wooden door, also made of golden tree wood but much heavier than those in the other rooms, came into view. On the door, the natural wood grain seemed to form a totem of phoenix rebirth, and a faint warmth emanated from it.

Yan Shaozhe stopped and solemnly introduced:

"This place is called Wutong Pavilion. It is the main root system of the Golden Tree and the place where the Ultimate Flame Limit Douluo passed away four thousand years ago. At that time, the Sea God Pavilion had not yet been established. Before their passing, the Sea God Pavilion Master and some elders would come here to leave their life's insights in the Golden Tree. It can be said to be the most precious part of the Golden Tree."

"Your talent and strength are beyond doubt, but the powers you have explored are indeed vast. Whether you can find a path that suits you here, purify your mind, and refine your martial spirit depends entirely on your own opportunities and comprehension."

Kong Tianxu nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the wooden door of the Wutong Pavilion.

Shrek Academy is indeed deeply rooted in tradition, and the fact that they could produce this private room is in line with their characteristics.

Unfortunately, his goal for this trip was far more important and more... direct than simply appreciating the legacy of the sages.

I reached out and pushed the door. The door seemed to be only slightly ajar; with a gentle touch, it quietly opened inward.

Chapter 206 Mu En: Trembling as He Meets the Sky (Part 2)

The space inside the pavilion is not particularly spacious, only about ten square meters, but it has its own solemn and sacred atmosphere.

Countless roots hung down from the roof, covering almost every corner of the room's walls and floor. These roots were entirely golden, and a rich variety of primordial energy rippled everywhere.

Strangely, a thick, brand-new carpet was laid on the floor, and on the innermost side, a seemingly simple, dark red futon was quietly placed in the center of the room.

As soon as Kong Tianxu stepped inside, an aged yet deep voice rang out in the room; it was Xuanzi:

"Sit on the meditation cushion, clear your mind of all distractions, and empty your spirit. The golden tree will guide your consciousness into its inner spiritual world."

Kong Tianxu did as instructed, walked across the seemingly newly replaced gold-red carpet, and sat cross-legged on the dark red futon.

The moment he settled down, the futon beneath him suddenly became scorching hot, and a gentle yet irresistible suction force arose from beneath it. The scene before him rippled like water, becoming blurry.

The next moment, his "worldview" was completely different.

No longer were they in a room of the material world, but rather in a boundless sea of ​​golden light. Countless points of light, some bright and some dim, floated like stars in this spiritual ocean, each radiating a unique and powerful spiritual fluctuation.

Whether gentle as water, swift as the wind, or vibrant as wood, these are the spiritual imprints and lifelong insights left by powerful figures throughout history.

Among them, two beams of light were particularly dazzling.

A cluster of golden light, pure and flawless, radiating the most orthodox and vast aura of light. At its core, a faint dragon-shaped phantom hovered, creating a subtle resonance and attraction with the Silver Dragon Martial Soul within Kong Tianxu's body.

The other was a blazing golden-red sphere of light, as intense as the sun overhead, exuding a powerful and oppressive aura, representing the ultimate flames and an explosive will.

These two points of light are undoubtedly among the most precious treasures in this place, enough to drive any Soul Master with a Light or Fire attribute Martial Soul crazy, and may even lay the foundation for breaking through to Super Douluo in the future, or even reaching the limit.

Countless points of light seemed to be drawn to him, trying to get closer.

However, Kong Tianxu's consciousness merely swept over it indifferently, and then his spiritual power, which was already radiating a faint golden divine glow, silently spread out, gently but resolutely blocking all attempts to probe and approach.

Not urgent.

There's no escaping it anyway.

The demigod's consciousness suddenly coalesced! The spiritual power of the tangible realm transformed into countless most tenacious and sensitive invisible tentacles, no longer lingering on the surface of the starry sky, but extending boldly into the deeper depths of this golden sea of ​​light, into the darkest and most chaotic true core and foundation!

……

Underground lobby.

Yan Shaozhe's figure had reappeared in the center of the hall, standing respectfully behind Xuanzi, seemingly waiting for something.

He asked in a low voice, "Elder Xuan, how is it?"

Xuanzi's face revealed an undisguised look of amazement: "He has entered a deep meditative state so quickly and has begun to access the spiritual imprints left by the ancestors. This child's comprehension is truly terrifying."

He shook his head self-deprecatingly, turned to Yan Shaozhe beside him, and lowered his voice even further: "Shaozhe, how are the preparations going over there?"

Yan Shaozhe nodded solemnly: "We can use the power of the Golden Tree to precisely teleport Xiao Tao inside at any time. According to the plan, once he has immersed himself in deep meditation for another twelve hours, and his connection with the Golden Tree is at its strongest, we can fully activate it."

Xuanzi nodded silently, closed his eyes for a moment, and waved his hand: "I understand, you can go and get back to work."

As Yan Shaozhe's figure disappeared at the end of the passage, the Gluttonous Douluo gazed at the tightly closed doors of the Wutong Pavilion and let out a barely audible, complex sigh:

"Old Mu, I don't know whether what we did today was right or wrong."

……

Deep within the energy world of the Golden Tree.

As Kong Tianxu's spiritual power continued to descend, the surrounding golden seawater gradually became viscous and heavy, and the power it contained became increasingly ancient and chaotic, seemingly rejecting him, an outsider. However, it dared not resist the purple-gold divine core in the face of it.

Suddenly, his momentum stalled as he sensed a tough yet flexible barrier appearing ahead of him.

Without hesitation, the concentrated spiritual power transformed into the sharpest sword light, piercing fiercely!

"puff--"

It was as if I had pierced through a bubble. The scene before me suddenly changed.

The gold faded, replaced by a deep, boundless void of darkness. No longer were there floating specks of light; only the purest, most immense life force and energy of light flowed slowly within.

In the center of this dark void, a colossal figure, inspiring awe and fear—