Level Fifty, Tang Hao Appeared
Life at the Shrek Academy continued as usual, with Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun's encounter being just a minor episode.
Training continued as usual in the morning, and Soul Fighting were held in the Great Soul Arena in the evening; everything remained the same.
However, Dai Mubai and Ma Hongjun were absent for quite some time, and when they reappeared on the training field, they had changed quite a bit.
Dai Mubai was much quieter than before, no longer taking the initiative to seek out Zhu Zhuqing. Ma Hongjun's small eyes had lost their former roguishness and gained a touch of gloom.
One evening a month later.
Tang San sat cross-legged on his bed in the dormitory, his Soul Power surging within him like rivers flowing into the sea.
The bottleneck finally loosened under the continuous energy impact, and then collapsed like a flood breaking through a dam.
Tang San felt a sudden lightness in his body, as if a heavy shackle had been removed, and he felt as if he were floating on air. His Soul Power surged out from his dantian and flowed along his meridians to his limbs and bones.
Tang San opened his eyes, a glint of light flashing within them.
As he was about to turn thirteen, he finally broke through the level fifty bottleneck and was only one Soul Ring away from becoming a true Soul King.
Tang San exhaled a long breath, and a smile curved his lips.
There is still about a year and a half until the Continental Advanced Soul Master Elite Tournament.
A year and a half is enough time for him to cultivate to the Advanced Soul King, and even have the opportunity to get close to the Soul Emperor.
Tang San was confident that he could approach level 60 at that time. Only in this way could he be absolutely certain of victory when facing the Golden Generation of the Spirit Hall.
In the original novel Tang San barely won thanks to the protagonist's halo and various Tang Sect cheat codes. In this life, Tang San only intends to crush his opponents with sheer strength.
However, the problem facing Tang San now is: what should he do with his Fifth Soul Ring?
According to Tang San's plan, now should be the best time to carry out the Second Awakening of the Blue Silver Emperor.
Level 50 is a watershed moment; physical strength and Soul Power limits reach a new level, making one fully capable of withstanding the enormous energy impact brought about by the awakening of the Blue Silver Emperor.
Awakening the Blue Silver Emperor Martial Soul not only strengthens the Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul, but also allows it to resonate with other Blue Silver Grass in the outside world, enabling control over the entire battlefield.
In the original story, Tang San used this ability to sense the movements in the core area from the outer perimeter of the Star Dou Great Forest.
This demonstrates the terrifyingly powerful sensory abilities of the Blue Silver Emperor within the forest.
At the same time, they can obtain the Blue Silver Emperor's natal Soul Ring and awaken the Innate Domain "Blue Silver Domain".
The Innate Domain "Blue Silver Domain" can evolve into "Myriad Forms," which can assimilate surrounding plants and suppress all enemy attributes by 10%.
The ultimate form, "All Rivers Converge into the Sea," can transform the life force of the Blue Silver Grass into its own Soul Power, life force, or Spiritual Power.
As long as one stands in the forest, one is an immortal being, almost invincible.
But now, Tang Hao is still nowhere to be found, and he doesn't know where the Blue Silver Forest is.
Are we just supposed to keep waiting for Tang Hao like this?
Just as Tang San was struggling with his decision, a very familiar yet unfamiliar voice rang in his mind. "Xiao San, come out for a moment."
Tang San was jolted, his heart skipped a beat, and then quickly regained its composure.
It was Tang Hao's voice. "That old man arrived just in time, and he's been nearby all along, "Tang San thought to himself.
He quietly left the room and, guided by the voice in his mind, arrived at the woods behind the mountain.
Under a huge old tree stood a person wearing a tattered cloak.
Tang San stopped five steps away from the man, looked him up and down several times, and then asked, "Are you... Dad?"
The man reached out and lifted the hood of his cloak.
It was indeed Tang Hao. Five years had passed, and he still looked as unshaven as ever, while I was already almost as tall as Tang Hao.
"It's me," Tang Hao said in a low voice.
Tang San looked at Tang Hao's aged face, remained silent for a moment, and then asked with feigned surprise, "What's the deal with your strength?"
Tang Hao's gaze fell on Tang San's face, and he slowly said, "Don't be surprised, I'll start from the beginning..."
He began to recount his past.
He began by recounting his identity as a member of the Clear Sky Sect, then his acquaintance with Ah Yin, followed by Ah Yin's exposure, the Spirit Hall's pursuit, Ah Yin's sacrifice, and finally his seclusion in Holy Soul Village.
"That's the gist of it." After recounting the past, Tang Hao continued solemnly, "Therefore, your Blue Silver Grass Martial Soul isn't ordinary Blue Silver Grass; it should be the Blue Silver Emperor, just like your mother's, only it hasn't fully awakened."
"I've been searching for a way to help you achieve your Second Awakening. I've been to many places, asked many people, and consulted many ancient books. Finally, I found the way after locating your mother's birthplace. The awakening of the Blue Silver Emperor needs to take place in the Blue Silver Forest, requires the guidance of the Blue Silver King, and a large amount of Blue Silver Grass energy to awaken the Blue Silver Emperor Bloodline."
Tang San nodded, understanding dawning on his mind. He had known all along.
He asked, "How long have you been at the Shrek Academy?"
"About a month," Tang Hao said. "For this past month, I've been waiting for you to break through level 50. I never imagined you'd break through to level 50 before you were even thirteen, much faster than I expected. Your cultivation talent is the strongest I've ever seen."
Tang San ignored Tang Hao's praise and calmly asked, "So, what are your plans next?"
"I'll take you there for your Second Awakening," Tang Hao said. "You explain yourself, and we'll set off tomorrow. The Blue Silver Forest is still southwest of the Heaven Dou Empire, not close by; it'll take about a month to get there."
"Okay." Tang San nodded in agreement, without asking any further questions or hesitating, and turned to return to his dormitory.
The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, Tang San arrived at the entrance of the girls' dormitory.
After waiting for a while, Xiao Wu came out from inside, her eyes still drowsy from just waking up.
Pulling Xiao Wu aside, Tang San told Xiao Wu about breaking through to level 50 and needing to take a six-month leave of absence.
Xiao Wu instantly snapped out of her daze upon hearing this and said without hesitation, "I want to go with you."
Tang San nodded. He had expected Xiao Wu to say that, and he had no intention of leaving Xiao Wu alone.
The two went together to Flender's dean's office.
A knock came at the door, Flender's lazy voice came from inside. "Come in."
Pushing open the door and entering, Tang San explained his purpose, "Dean Flender, I've broken through to level 50 and need to hunt for a suitable Soul Ring. I might need to take about six months off."
Upon hearing this, Flender's eyes widened in surprise. "Level 50? You're not even thirteen yet, are you?"
Tang San nodded.
Flender was silent for a moment, then stood up, his tone tinged with worry. "You two are going? Hunting for the Fifth Soul Ring is no joke; it requires venturing deep into the Star Dou Great Forest, where Ten-Thousand-Year Soul Beasts roam—it's extremely dangerous. Do you want me to go with you? That way, I can ensure your safety."
"Thank you, Dean, but no need. My Soul Ring source has already been arranged, and I will not be in any danger. Please rest assured, Dean."
Tang San did not want to reveal any more information and politely declined Flender.
Since things had come to this point, Flender could only nod and say, "Alright, then take care of yourselves. Don't be reckless if you encounter danger; your lives are the most important thing."