I Don't Need a Spirit Bone

After offering a slight bow in thanks, Jiang Yuheng left the New Student Dormitory.

Although the Old Gentleman's pressure was formidable, Jiang Yuheng could tell that he bore no hostility toward him. It was merely some verbal probing.

After all, more than one person nearby had been observing them. No matter how well those wary gazes were concealed, they could not escape Jiang Yuheng's sharp senses.

Only after he had completely left did Yan Shaozhe, Xuan Zi, and the other senior elders of Sea God's Pavilion slowly emerge from the side.

"Teacher, he personally admitted that he came from the Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy. Isn't it too hasty to make him a Core Disciple of both systems just like that?" Yan Shaozhe asked with a slight frown.

Although the continent had remained peaceful over the years, covert clashes with the Sun Moon Empire had never ceased. Evil Soul Masters were also running rampant along the border. At this rate, war was probably only a matter of time.

Therefore, there were matters they had to guard against in advance—such as spies.

"Mu En, Shaozhe has a point. This child's talent is indeed exceptional, especially that Frost Dragon with Extreme Ice. I can sense that even in terms of bloodline, it can suppress mine," Xuan Zi said gravely.

"What?!"

The moment he spoke, the bodies of the senior elders in Sea God's Pavilion jolted.

One had to know that Xuan Zi's Godly Taotie Bull Martial Soul possessed the bloodline of Taotie, one of the Nine Sons of the Dragon God.

In terms of bloodline, aside from the Dragon Kings and the Progenitor Twin Dragons, it was practically unmatched.

Yet Jiang Yuheng's Frost Dragon could actually suppress Taotie!

"How is that possible? Such a Martial Soul has never appeared in the history of Martial Souls. Even a bloodline evolution needs some basis!" Yan Shaozhe said in astonishment.

The others nodded in agreement. The evolution and origins of Martial Souls had never appeared out of thin air; they all had a thorough and established historical basis.

Seeing the surprise and wariness on everyone's faces, Mu En could not help but shake his head lightly. "All of you worry too much and suspect too much."

"The little fellow hasn't even done anything, yet you've already become so guarded that you practically want to drive him out of the academy."

"Think carefully. If he really were a spy from the Sun Moon Empire, with such astonishing talent and strength, why would the Sun Moon Empire not keep him and spare no effort in nurturing him?"

"He is a twelve-year-old Level 4 Soul Engineer. Even in the history of the Sun Moon Empire, there has never been one. If properly trained, he could become another Level 9 or even Level 10 Soul Engineer."

"By the same logic, since he could receive better treatment, why did he travel all this way to our Shrek Academy? Shouldn't the reason behind that be something we consider carefully?"

Hearing Mu En's explanation and order, everyone lowered their heads in shame. They had indeed judged a gentleman's heart with their own petty suspicions.

"Please rest assured, teacher. Nothing of this sort will ever happen again," Yan Shaozhe promised solemnly.

"Mm. Go attend to your duties. Remember, do not make this kind of mistake a second time."

After saying that, Mu En closed his eyes once more and entered a state of rest.

But in truth, the scheme Jiang Yuheng intended to lay out was far greater than Mu En imagined.

From the Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineer Academy to the present Shrek Academy, he would slowly gather everything he needed into his grasp...

The reward for winning the Freshman Assessment was a speed-type left leg bone of excellent quality.

Moreover, Spirit Bones were exceedingly precious treasures, and every single one was hard to come by.

Unfortunately, there was only one Spirit Bone, so deciding how to distribute it became a problem.

Jiang Yuheng had contributed the most during the Team Battle, and his Martial Soul was also of the Control System. Naturally, the Spirit Bone would be best given to him.

This was also the unanimous decision of Wang Dong, Huo Yuhao, and Xiao Xiao. Jiang Yuheng's objections were invalid.

"You idiot, if we're telling you to accept it, then accept it. What are you being modest for? You deserve this!" Wang Dong said speechlessly, knocking him on the head.

Jiang Yuheng winced in pain and said with a wronged expression, "I already have a left leg Spirit Bone. It would be useless even if I absorbed this one."

"Since when? How did I not know?" Wang Dong asked in surprise.

Xiao Xiao was equally stunned.

It had only been a few days. Could Squad Leader have snuck off behind their backs to skip class?!

Huo Yuhao quietly took two steps back. Perhaps out of guilt, he even concealed his aura considerably, afraid someone would notice him.

"The key is, you never asked me, so I didn't mention it..."

Before he could finish, Wang Dong's foot came flying over without hesitation. Jiang Yuheng once again performed a backflip followed by a face-first landing for everyone.

"Idiot, idiot! If I don't ask, can't you take the initiative to tell me? You're driving me mad!" Wang Dong snorted softly.

Who knew what was going on? Her temper had clearly been excellent before. Why was it that after meeting Jiang Yuheng, she found herself increasingly unable to resist the urge to hit someone?

Hmph, it had to be because this idiot was so punchable that she could not help beating him up. It definitely was not because her temper had been bad to begin with! That was what Wang Dong believed.

"How about giving it to Xiao Xiao? We're a bunch of grown men, so we should uphold the principle of ladies first."

"Besides, this is the victory of our Four Little Ones' first assessment. If we work harder in the future, there will definitely be more rewards and Spirit Bones to come."

Jiang Yuheng was not a selfish person. Moreover, Xiao Xiao was highly talented and had a very good relationship with Huo Yuhao.

Giving the Spirit Bone to her would not only earn goodwill, but also allow him to draw her into the Spirit Pagoda in the future. It was a twofold gain and a completely worthwhile deal.

"Sure."

"I have no objections."

Wang Dong and Huo Yuhao nodded in agreement.

Neither of them lacked Spirit Bones. Besides, this Spirit Bone was speed-type, not the ideal choice in either of their minds.

Xiao Xiao hurriedly waved her hands. "How could I accept this? Squad Leader, you contributed the most to the team. Even if you can't use this Spirit Bone, you could at least trade it for one that suits you!"

"Stop refusing. We're all family, one team. Are you unwilling to accept it because you see us as outsiders?"

"Besides, ladies first. Hurry up and take it!"

With a serious expression, Jiang Yuheng shoved the Spirit Bone into Xiao Xiao's arms and ordered in the Captain's tone that she accept it, or else she did not recognize him as her Captain.

Wang Dong looked at Xiao Xiao, then shot Jiang Yuheng a sidelong glance, her words dripping with sour jealousy.

"Jiang Yuheng, you really do value women over friends."

Xiao Xiao covered her mouth and giggled. "Wang Dong, didn't you get that backward? To the Squad Leader, you're the woman, and I'm the friend, aren't I?"

"Exactly. Anyone can see that Brother Yuheng treats you the most specially. He's practically going to spoil you to death," Huo Yuhao teased from the side.

At the mention of Jiang Yuheng, Wang Dong's face instantly flushed. Her voice turned nervous, and she even stammered slightly. "W-Who wants that idiot to treat me specially?!"

Huo Yuhao and Xiao Xiao exchanged a glance, then covered their mouths in perfect unison.

What could they do? This ship was just too sweet. Even her stubborn denials were this adorable. There was no saving them!

"Mm. I'm very pleased to see that, rather than fighting over the reward, you chose to yield to one another. Having students like you is Shrek Academy's good fortune."

At some point, Zhou Yi had approached them with brisk steps, her eyes full of satisfaction.

Though she had greatly lowered her voice, that bone-chilling tone still made the Four Little Ones' breaths tighten.