Candidate to Absorb the Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit

"This is indeed a problem. How about letting Ma Xiaotao absorb this Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit?"

"Ma Xiaotao's Evil Fire Phoenix Martial Spirit has been unable to successfully advance into an Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit because of the Evil Fire."

"If Ma Xiaotao absorbs this Ultimate Fire, it will most likely help her resolve the Evil Fire within her body and evolve her Evil Fire Phoenix Martial Spirit into a true Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit."

Yan Shaozhe voiced his own thoughts at this point.

He was Ma Xiaotao's teacher and understood her condition better than anyone. He had always hoped to find a way to help her resolve the Evil Fire within her body.

After hearing Yan Shaozhe's words, everyone nodded in agreement.

With the Martial Soul fusion risks facing Huo Yuhao ruled out, Ma Xiaotao's current predicament truly made her the best candidate to absorb this Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit.

"Do you have any other candidates?"

Seeing that no one objected, Mu En asked again.

He hoped to hear more differing opinions. After all, this was a major decision concerning the academy's future.

After a moment, Sea God Pavilion remained silent. No one proposed a new candidate.

Mu En sighed softly at the sight.

He knew that throughout Shrek Academy, the only people with exceptional talent who were suitable for absorbing this Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit were perhaps Huo Yuhao, Wang Dong, Ma Xiaotao, and a few others.

Among those candidates, after weighing everything, Ma Xiaotao was indeed the most suitable.

"Since the candidate has been decided, let us vote by raising our hands. Those who agree to let Ma Xiaotao absorb this Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit, raise your hands."

Mu En's voice rang out again, breaking the silence within Sea God Pavilion.

After Mu En finished speaking and a brief discussion followed,

everyone raised their hands at once, expressing their agreement for Ma Xiaotao to absorb this Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit.

"Since that is the case, this Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit shall be given to Ma Xiaotao to absorb."

"Shao Zhe, inform Ma Xiaotao of this news and have her make preparations. Once she is ready, I will personally attach this Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit to her."

After thinking for a moment, Mu En immediately made the arrangements.

He knew well that the process of absorbing a Martial Soul was fraught with danger. Only by personally taking action could he safeguard Ma Xiaotao's safety to the greatest extent possible.

"Yes, Teacher."

Upon hearing the news, Yan Shaozhe hurriedly nodded in response.

He was both happy for Ma Xiaotao and somewhat worried.

He was happy that Ma Xiaotao finally had an opportunity to resolve the Evil Fire problem that had plagued her for years and improve her strength.

Yet he was worried because the process of absorbing a Martial Soul was full of unknowns. Should anything go wrong, the consequences would be unimaginable.

After the Sea God Pavilion Meeting ended, Yan Shaozhe hurriedly left the academy and headed for the Inner Court on Sea God Island in search of Ma Xiaotao.

Sea God Island, Inner Court.

Inside a quiet room stood two figures: Yan Shaozhe and Ma Xiaotao.

A mysterious smile rested on Yan Shaozhe's face as he slowly began explaining everything about the Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit to Ma Xiaotao.

When Ma Xiaotao heard this unbelievable news, her eyes widened at once, her face filled with shock.

"Teacher, is what you said true? Someone on the continent is actually auctioning an Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit, and Sea God Pavilion has decided to let me absorb it?"

Her voice trembled slightly, even the end of her words quivering. Her eyes were full of shock and confusion.

This sudden news was like a thunderclap exploding in her heart.

Ma Xiaotao could hardly believe that such fortune would fall upon her.

Although she knew little about the Starry Sky Auction House, Sea God Pavilion had always been rigorous. An Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit approved through a Sea God Pavilion Meeting was certainly no trivial matter.

At that thought, an irrepressible surge of joy rose within Ma Xiaotao.

For years, the Evil Fire within her body had clung to her like a parasite, tormenting her. Countless days and nights had been spent painstakingly cultivating in order to suppress it,

while she had also desperately longed to evolve her Evil Fire Phoenix Martial Spirit into an Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit.

Now, the opportunity was within reach.

Yan Shaozhe's expression turned grave. His gaze fixed tightly on Ma Xiaotao as he slowly spoke.

"Are you willing to absorb this Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit? It is highly likely to help you dispel the Evil Fire in your body and achieve Martial Soul Evolution."

"If you succeed, you will possess Twin Martial Souls, both Ultimate Fire Martial Spirits."

His voice was low and powerful, every word seeming to strike Ma Xiaotao's heart.

"Teacher, I am willing to absorb it!"

Ma Xiaotao answered without the slightest hesitation, her tone resolute.

How could she possibly miss an opportunity that could resolve a problem that had troubled her for years and greatly increase her strength?

Yan Shaozhe nodded slightly and softened his tone. "Good. When will you have time? Mu En will personally attach the Martial Soul to you then."

After thinking for a moment, Ma Xiaotao said solemnly, "Tomorrow. I just went through a battle, so I need to recuperate my Soul Power tonight."

"Fine. Prepare well tonight. With Mu En personally taking action, you can rest assured."

Yan Shaozhe comforted her, then turned and steadily left the room to report back to Mu En.

A night quickly passed, and the next day arrived.

The morning sunlight gently spilled across the Inner Court plaza on Sea God Island, coating this already mysterious place in a layer of golden radiance.

A crowd had already gathered in the plaza.

Today was a crucial moment for Shrek Academy, concerning Ma Xiaotao's fusion with the Ultimate Fire Martial Spirit.

This concerned not only Ma Xiaotao's personal fate, but might also have a far-reaching impact on the academy's future.

As the person directly involved, Ma Xiaotao stood quietly at the center of the plaza. Her red dress drifted gently in the breeze, like a rose blooming amid raging flames.

Soul Power surged around her in successive undercurrents, and the air itself seemed to carry that powerful yet dangerous aura.

"Xiaotao, are you ready?"

Mu En, standing before Ma Xiaotao, had a trace of concern and solemnity in his eyes.

At the same time, the many members of Sea God Pavilion stood tightly gathered around them. Their gazes were as sharp as eagles', ever vigilant for any unforeseen circumstance.

Everyone understood that what was about to happen could not tolerate the slightest mistake.

"Mu En, I am ready."

Ma Xiaotao nodded solemnly, determination gleaming in her eyes.

She slowly closed her eyes, as though shutting out every distraction from the outside world, and devoted herself completely to the coming Martial Soul fusion.

"Good!"

Upon hearing this, Mu En nodded slightly, a nearly imperceptible trace of gratification appearing on his face.

He raised his right hand and gave it a light wave. A crystal sphere shrouded in red light appeared in his palm.

The crystal sphere emitted a soft yet mysterious radiance, as though it contained endless energy.