Douluo Continent: The Cataclysm of the Dead - Huo Yuhao

But how could this possibly happen?

Just then, Moon's eyes lit up as he thought of a possible possibility.

When the original Shrek Seven Devils first faced the Deep Sea Demon Whale King, who was nearly a million years old and had one foot in godhood, they were able to escape from his grasp, seemingly thanks to the Sea God's token.

If Huo Yuhao also possesses a divine token and it is recognized by the deity, it seems that this is also possible?

But that's for dealing with soul beasts. Mu En felt that two fundamental beliefs were clashing, but he could only accept the fact.

But the moment he accepted this fact, his condition worsened. What did accepting this fact mean? It meant that Shrek Academy would face not just one thing—the union with the Sun Moon Empire, and even more—someone who was essentially a successor of a god.

Having reached the Limit Douluo realm, Mu En could feel this power more and more, or rather, he had truly reached this realm.

Only then did I realize just how vast the difference between ordinary people truly is.

As his gaze gradually fell on Moon, a hint of self-mockery seemed to appear in his ambiguous eyes, and he then said softly.

"Xuanzi, you may step down now."

The tone was extremely calm. Where was Xuanzi? At that moment, his heart leaped with worry, and he couldn't help but glance at Mu En. He was very concerned about Mu En's condition; in fact, at this moment, Xuanzi would rather suffer some punishment himself.

If Mu En, Shrek Academy's strongest member, were to lose his composure under these circumstances and perish prematurely, he would be unwilling or unable to shoulder the responsibility of leading Shrek Academy.

After Xuanzi left, Mu En couldn't help but look in the direction of the Sun and Moon Empire.

Soul-guided technology, evil soul organizations, children of gods—all these incredibly powerful or epoch-making forces are concentrated in one empire.

This made him wonder, or perhaps he couldn't help but ask, that the mainland would eventually be unified.

So where will Shrek go from here in the future?

As he pondered, Moon decided to stop thinking about it. After all, he didn't have many days left, and there was very little he could do on the road ahead.

On the other hand, let's talk about the level of shock they felt.

No one can compare to Jing Hongchen, after all, he is the only one who still retains a complete remnant of that memory. He witnessed Huo Yuhao, a four-ring Soul Master, suddenly acquire a mysterious power that wasn't his own, not only frightening the level 98 Xuanzi Blood Escape expert to flee, but also effortlessly killing a Shattered Star Douluo. Originally, Jing Hongchen thought Huo Yuhao was the hope for the future, or that he needed to do something for the present.

Having witnessed all of this, Jing Hongchen clearly understood that if the Empire wanted to force Huo Yuhao, or rather, if Huo Yuhao were to put it another way...

Logically speaking, even the power of a Limit Douluo shouldn't be enough to frighten Xuanzi into using Blood Escape at any cost. So, there's only one possibility left: a god.

Although this is rarely mentioned in the descriptions of the Sun and Moon Empire, it is very clear in the descriptions of the original continent: two gods fighting two gods.

The only plausible explanation is that Huo Yuhao received divine favor.

He has already gained the power to shake the entire continent single-handedly.

After all, no matter how strong the Sun Moon Empire is, at most it can only think of resisting the Limit Douluo, but what can it use to resist the power of a god?

Jing Hongchen pinned her hopes on the empire not doing anything foolish.

Huo Yuhao, who was directly involved, was also experiencing incredibly complex emotions at this moment.

Chapter 185 Return, Entering the Palace

The reason for the complexity is also quite simple, even though he believed in Jing Hongchen.

However, this belief must ultimately have its limits.

What truly worried Huo Yuhao was not what would happen after returning, but that if he were exposed, Elder Yi would use this as an excuse to lose another portion of his divine consciousness.

With this sense of unease, I returned to the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy.

To be precise, the first time, the group arrived in Mingdu by plane.

This was something that Jing Hongchen had specifically asked someone to apply for.

Otherwise, even if he were a level nine soul master, he would rarely fly over Mingdu.

The reason for this application is simple: the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy has won its first championship trophy.

This is the first time in thousands of years, and most importantly, the game was won in a desperate situation at the end.

Among the spectators in Xingluo City, there were naturally many citizens of the Sun Moon Empire, who had returned home early and even promoted the event.

It's almost predictable that if we just go back through the main entrance...

They probably won't even be able to get down; the road will be completely blocked.

It was precisely because of this concern that he took these children directly back to the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy.

Of course, Huo Yuhao was also somewhat troubled at this moment.

The reason for her distress was Princess Xu Tianzhen, who was standing next to her.

Previously, because he was in Star Luo City, he at least had some reservations. But now that he's back in the Sun Moon Empire, he keeps pestering Huo Yuhao with questions. He's asking about the abilities of Huo Yuhao's guardian spirits, and even whether the so-called mecha was given to him by Kong Deming.

If anyone else had asked this, Huo Yuhao could have remained silent, but who was this person before him? The only special and pampered little princess of the Sun Moon Empire. Even Xu Tianran doted on his younger sister.

Huo Yuhao could only go along with it, vaguely agreeing while trying to be a little gentler when dealing with the other party.

Until he returned to his own villa.

Huo Yuhao finally breathed a sigh of relief after collapsing onto the bed.

However, this revelation by Yi Lao still left him feeling uneasy.

It happened the very next day, almost early in the morning.

After finally relaxing, Huo Yuhao managed to get a good night's sleep for the first time. Still half asleep, he heard a knock on the door. After a quick wash, he opened the door to find Jing Hongchen standing there, and he felt a little uneasy.

She didn't know how to face him. Although Jing Hongchen hadn't asked a question until now, was he about to? What kind of excuse should she use?

Jing Hongchen, however, could only manage a lighthearted remark.

“It seems our great hero has had a rare good night’s sleep. Come on, let’s go to the palace this time.”

Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao was taken aback at first, but then he realized that the person who wanted to see him this time was most likely his master, Kong Deming.

After all, the fact that the mecha was exposed could not be kept secret forever, especially with the final victory.

He even had a premonition that this time when he entered the palace, he might have to see the Sun and Moon Emperor again.

After a quick wash, Huo Yuhao rode in a specially made carriage and arrived at the Sun and Moon Palace almost without any obstacles.

The most unique feature of the Sun and Moon Palace is its futuristic, sci-fi feel.

Everywhere was filled with things that looked almost like soul-guided devices.

Furthermore, although the guards appeared weak, Huo Yuhao could sense or perceive that the soul tools within them were the foundation of their supposed greatest defensive capabilities.

Soon, as the two disembarked from their carriage after entering the palace, a man who looked like an eunuch approached them and spoke softly.

"Please follow me, both of you."

Led by this man who looked like an eunuch, they arrived at a secluded courtyard within the palace.

The entire facility resembles a workshop or a laboratory.

Numerous silver-white metal decorations were mixed in with a bamboo grove in the courtyard.

While it felt somewhat abrupt, Huo Yuhao noticed almost immediately that the old man sitting next to the stone table was dressed in casual clothes.

But Huo Yuhao could never forget that face, because it was none other than his master on the path of the soul, Kong Deming.

Even though Kong Deming noticed the newcomer, he didn't speak or open his eyes. He simply closed his eyes to rest and spoke in a nonchalant tone.

"Go back."

After the eunuch withdrew, Jing Hongchen and Huo Yuhao entered the courtyard. The moment they entered, a layer of silver light gradually emanated from the soul tool next to them, eventually condensing into a protective shield.

Kong Deming finally opened his eyes at this moment, and looked at Huo Yuhao with a complicated expression in his eyes.

However, he still did not interrogate or ask any other questions, but simply sighed with concern.

"Yuhao, the price you're paying this time might be a bit too high."

Huo Yuhao could tell that what was being referred to was most likely not his own secret. Given Jing Hongchen's personality, it was uncertain whether she would reveal it anytime soon, but judging from Kong Deming's attitude, it was probably about his mecha development.

Huo Yuhao simply raised his head, gently shook his head, and said with a somewhat firm tone.

“Master, I don’t regret it. After all, people always have to pay a price to get what they want.”

These words startled Kong Deming for a moment before he gently shook his head.

"Alright, kid, I'll take care of the rest. You deserve the undisputed top credit for winning the championship this time, but I hope you won't go too far away in the next few years."

Huo Yuhao understood Kong Deming's concern. It was simply because his talent had been exposed. With such a terrifying talent, once discovered, and if he belonged to one of the three kingdoms of the continent or Shrek Academy, they would definitely hunt him down at all costs.

After all, Huo Yuhao's ability to fight beyond his level can no longer be described as genius, but rather as monstrous.

Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao did not immediately offer any promise in return, remaining silent. Seeing this, Kong Deming did not try to persuade him further.

Just then, the silver protective shield slowly receded, and the eunuch's voice rang out again.

"His Majesty has arrived."

As the sound rang out, guards clad in silver armor appeared one by one.

When that figure appeared, a complex emotion flashed in Huo Yuhao's eyes.

The Sun and Moon Emperor had met him before, during the Junior Genius Tournament. However, due to the special circumstances, the other party hadn't come to present him with the award that time. But this time, the meaning was different, after all, it was the Continental Elite Soul Master Tournament, and he was the first champion.

The reason for his complicated feelings was simple: he felt like he had indirectly caused the other person's death.

At this moment, Huo Yuhao could also hear Tianmeng's sighs about the Sun and Moon Emperor echoing in his ears.

"This old guy's days are probably numbered; the toxins in his body...tsk tsk tsk..."

Chapter 186 Xu Tianran's Scheme

Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao was briefly surprised, and then couldn't help but ask Tianmeng for confirmation.

"Brother Tianmeng, is there poison in this old emperor's body?"

"Yes, that's for sure. Otherwise, under normal circumstances, someone who is close to the cultivation level of a Title Douluo could easily live to be over a hundred years old, if not two hundred. But he's not even a hundred years old yet, and he's already in his current state. It would be strange if he hadn't been poisoned."

Tianmeng spread her hands, and her words caused Huo Yuhao to be momentarily stunned, and he couldn't help but continue to ask questions.

"But if I was poisoned, why..."

After all, if poison had been used, the people of the Sun Moon Empire should have noticed it.

"Hmph, there are different kinds of toxins. This kind of toxin is relatively mild and its effects are not obvious. It is a kind of toxin that gradually accelerates the aging of the body."