Joining the Spirit Pagoda, Taking Na'er Away!

That afternoon, the sun shone brightly as Fang Yang walked alone out of Red Mountain Academy's gates.

He had already asked his mother, Lin Ximeng, for leave and was now heading toward the Spirit Pagoda in Aolai City.

Yes, Fang Yang had decided to join the Spirit Pagoda!

In this era, aside from the Tang Sect and Shrek, there was only the Spirit Pagoda.

Before long, Fang Yang arrived at the Spirit Pagoda.

Aolai City was merely a small coastal city in the Sun Moon Federation, yet the Spirit Pagoda branch there was still exceptionally grand.

As an important base of a top soul master organization on the continent, the Spirit Pagoda had established a branch here to serve soul masters in the local and surrounding regions, especially by helping low-level soul masters obtain Soul Spirits.

The moment Fang Yang reached the entrance, a young female staff member in a Spirit Pagoda uniform approached him with a smile.

"Little brother, is there anything I can help you with?"

Fang Yang took a business card from his pocket. "Hello, big sister. I'm here to see Uncle Su Tao."

Upon seeing the distinctive Spirit Pagoda insignia on the card, the female staff member's expression immediately turned more serious.

She carefully verified the card's authenticity. Once she confirmed it was genuine, she smiled again. "So you're a guest invited by Steward Su. Little brother, please follow me."

Led by the staff member, Fang Yang entered the Spirit Pagoda and was brought to a quiet reception room.

Soon, a middle-aged man pushed open the door and entered. It was Su Tao, a Spirit Transmitter.

"Fang Yang?" Su Tao's eyes lit up as he immediately recognized the boy who had displayed Innate Full Soul Power during the awakening ceremony.

A genius with Innate Full Soul Power, and from a commoner background with no faction backing him!

Everyone knew that a genius like this was practically performance delivered from the heavens.

And if Fang Yang's potential caught the attention of the Spirit Pagoda's higher-ups, then Su Tao's promotion and pay raise would no longer be a dream.

Su Tao forcefully suppressed his excitement and tried to keep his tone calm. "Fang Yang, what are your plans in coming to see me this time?"

Naturally, Fang Yang understood what Su Tao meant. "Uncle Su Tao, I'm willing to join the Spirit Pagoda!"

Hearing Fang Yang's answer, Su Tao was deeply satisfied. The corners of his lips lifted slightly, and his eyes shone with appreciation.

As the person in charge of the Spirit Pagoda in Aolai City, recruiting such a genius would not only bring fresh blood to the organization, but also greatly benefit his own future.

Looking at Fang Yang, Su Tao's favorable impression of him deepened. "Now that you've joined the Spirit Pagoda, I'll give you a Hundred Year Soul Spirit for free!"

Hearing this, Fang Yang replied gratefully, "Thank you, Uncle Su Tao!"

"No need to thank me." Su Tao waved his hand, a kind smile on his face.

"This is the Spirit Pagoda's standard preferential treatment for talented soul masters. With your talent, you will certainly shine brilliantly in the Spirit Pagoda someday."

After saying goodbye to Uncle Su Tao, Fang Yang left the Spirit Pagoda as well.

Once outside, Fang Yang walked along the streets, his thoughts churning.

Although his Martial Soul was Elemental Flame and he possessed Innate Full Soul Power, such aptitude was truly nothing special in this Dragon King Era.

To put it bluntly, a Flame Martial Soul was nothing more than roadside trash...

Therefore, before using the Flame Mantra to devour Heavenly Flames and evolve his Martial Soul, Fang Yang had no plans to fuse with a Soul Spirit and break through to level ten.

Just then, Fang Yang suddenly stopped. His gaze was drawn to a petite figure by the roadside.

A little girl was squatting there. She had a distinctive head of short silver hair that naturally reflected the sunlight, making it exceptionally beautiful.

Her eyes were large, like two clear violet crystals.

Her face was somewhat dirty, and combined with her worn clothes, she looked like a little beggar.

Yet even so, it did nothing to diminish her stunning beauty. It was hard to imagine just how breathtakingly beautiful she would become in the future.

Seeing the little girl, Fang Yang was startled. He immediately realized that she was Na'er.

At that moment, the little girl seemed to sense his gaze and looked up. Their eyes met, and her beautiful large eyes held traces of confusion and bewilderment.

Without hesitation, Fang Yang walked over and gently took Na'er's icy little hand.

Na'er was somewhat stunned by Fang Yang's sudden action, but she did not resist and allowed him to lead her away.

Just as they had taken a few steps, several delinquent-looking thugs blocked their path and surrounded them.

The yellow-haired thug at their head swaggered in front of them. "Hey, brat, we've taken a liking to this little girl. Hand her over if you know what's good for you!"

Na'er fearfully hid behind Fang Yang, her tiny body trembling nonstop.

Fang Yang soothingly stroked her silver hair and said gently, "Be good. Close your eyes. It'll be over soon."

The thugs did not take Fang Yang seriously. They exchanged looks, their eyes filled with greed, then burst into unrestrained laughter.

"Boss, this little girl's hair is so pretty. It's silver, and her eyes are that strange violet color too. If she isn't some foreign race from another continent, then selling her on the black market will definitely fetch a good price."

"Yeah, we hit the jackpot this time."

"No one's come looking for her after all this time. This little girl must be an orphan. Let's drag her straight to the black market!"

Fang Yang's gaze turned icy. He said nothing and simply threw punches!

After cultivating the Flame Mantra, he was no longer an ordinary person. Combined with his identity as a soul master, dealing with a few thugs was as easy as turning over his hand.

Bang!

One heavy punch sent the yellow-haired thug straight to the ground.

Before the remaining thugs could react, Fang Yang was already before them. After only a few exchanges, they fell to their knees and begged for mercy.

"B-Big brother, spare us! We'll never dare again!"

Fang Yang swept them with a cold glance. "Get lost. Don't let me see you again."

As he watched the thugs flee in panic, a thoughtful look flashed through Fang Yang's eyes.

If those thugs had been soul masters, he would never have let them go so easily.

Spring winds would bring them back to life; Cut the Grass and Remove the Roots.

But for now, what mattered more was taking care of Na'er beside him.

Fang Yang looked at Na'er behind him, his voice unconsciously softening. "What's your name?"

For some reason, the gentle tone of this big brother gave Na'er a feeling of closeness and safety.

She lowered her head slightly and replied softly, "Na'er..."

"Na'er. What a lovely name." Fang Yang smiled and rubbed her hair.

Na'er's little face flushed faintly, and she shyly lowered her head.

Seeing Na'er's shy appearance, Fang Yang liked her very much.

At this, Fang Yang looked at Na'er and asked with a smile, "By the way, Na'er, where is your family?"

Na'er shook her head, her silver hair gently swaying with the motion. "I... don't have any family..."

As soon as she spoke, Na'er lowered her eyes, and her mood unconsciously grew somewhat dejected.

Fang Yang reached out and gently stroked Na'er's messy silver hair, his eyes full of concern.

"Then... Na'er, would you like to come home with me?"

Na'er hesitated for a moment. The hunger in her stomach, along with the inexplicable sense of safety the boy before her gave her, ultimately made her nod.

"From now on, I'll be your Brother." Fang Yang promised softly.

"Mm... Brother." Na'er raised her little face. Fang Yang's figure was reflected in her violet crystal-like eyes, as though she wanted to remember this moment forever.

And just like that, Na'er was taken away by Fang Yang...

As for Tang Wulin, who arrived late after school, he walked home in a low mood.

At that moment, Tang Wulin's heart suddenly tightened!

For some reason...

It felt like...

It felt like something important had been taken from him...