Yuan En Yehui's Opportunity!

The bright moon hung in the sky, casting Sea God Lake in a tranquil, pale white glow.

On the shore, a few soul guide street lamps stood, their dim yellow halos casting fragmented reflections on the lake's surface, like crushed gold foil, rippling with the night breeze.

"Ting-a-ling!"

The crisp sound of a bicycle bell drifted from the forest road in the distance, blending into the night.

His gaze pierced through the dense foliage, landing on the crystal-clear lake surface. Nan Liujing saw Sea God Lake's true form for the first time.

The lake bottom seemed to contain astonishing water element energy. Without a doubt, for soul masters of the wood, water, and ice elements, Sea God Lake itself represented an excellent training ground.

"Brother, this is it!" Na'er excitedly dismounted the shared bicycle, giggling as she ran towards the lake.

Nan Liujing smiled and followed, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with Na'er. They gazed at an island, faintly visible under the hazy mist in the distance.

"In this era, surely no one is going crazy and running out from the inner courtyard?" Nan Liujing murmured softly.

Na'er paused, turning to look at her brother. "Brother, what are you talking about?"

"Nothing," Nan Liujing shook his head.

Na'er didn't press further. Instead, she pointed at the island. "That island is Shrek's inner courtyard. I went there with Auntie once. The scenery inside is beautiful, and some plants are thousands or tens of thousands of years old."

"Especially the biggest tree. The teacher said it's been around for over ten thousand years."

Nan Liujing followed Na'er's gaze and saw a colossal tree that dwarfed all others. His eyes narrowed slightly.

Ah Yin is hiding in there.

Na'er's beautiful eyes held a hint of anticipation. "Brother, do you plan to come to Shrek Academy in the future?"

Nan Liujing smiled. "My sister is here, so I have to come."

A flicker of joy crossed Na'er's eyes. "Can I ask you a question?"

Nan Liujing looked at the "one hundred thousand whys" before him and patiently replied, "What question?"

Na'er's expression turned serious. "What type of girl do you like?"

This truly stumped Nan Liujing. "This isn't something we should be thinking about at our age."

"No," Na'er insisted. "You have to answer."

Nan Liujing looked up at the bright moon. "Pretty ones, I guess."

"That's it?" Na'er blinked. "No other requirements?"

Nan Liujing added, "Good figure too."

Na'er's eyes widened. She immediately felt her brother had lost his mind from spending too much money and quickly crouched down. She scooped up a handful of water and splashed it towards Nan Liujing.

Nan Liujing, who was still gazing at the starry sky at a forty-five-degree angle, hadn't considered defending himself. When the cold water hit his face, he shivered violently.

"Hahaha." Watching her brother's wet hair, Na'er burst into laughter. In front of her brother, she never had to pretend to be a lady.

But as she laughed, Na'er suddenly sensed something was wrong.

She saw her brother turn towards a clump of trees, break off a branch, and walk back with a blank expression.

"What are you doing?" Na'er asked warily.

Nan Liujing grinned. "My sister is being disobedient. As her brother, I have to discipline her."

"No!" Na'er scrambled away, running towards the shared bicycle.

"Running?" Nan Liujing snorted and quickly gave chase.

At that time, Shrek Academy wasn't short of students walking around. Suddenly, the sound of hurried bicycle bells rang out.

Some people subconsciously looked over, immediately witnessing an unprecedented "Around Shrek Academy Competition."

With two whooshing sounds, the two people on the bicycles sped past, disappearing in the blink of an eye.

A passerby student's eyes widened. "If I'm not mistaken, the guy behind him is holding a tree branch?"

Another passerby student mumbled blankly, "What kind of special couple's game is this now?"

Sparks flying and lightning flashing, the shared bicycle was about to fall apart. Only after Na'er used her cuteness to beg for mercy did Nan Liujing reluctantly pinch her fair, tender cheek, and the matter was settled.

However, when they came to their senses, they realized they had arrived in a very spacious area.

It was a vast plaza, and a lifelike statue stood in the center – none other than Spirit Ice Douluo Huo Yuhao.

On the west side of the plaza was a small grove of trees.

"Brother, I think we've ended up at Spirit Ice Plaza," Na'er said. Although she had only joined Shrek Academy not long ago, her astonishing memory had already familiarized her with every location, so she recognized it immediately.

"Brother?"

Not hearing her brother's reply, Na'er turned her head in confusion.

Nan Liujing's gaze narrowed, fixed on the small grove of trees in the distance. It looked ordinary.

However, the Heavenly Tribulation Pearl in his Sea of Consciousness had reacted.

Opportunity had arrived again!

"Na'er, you stay here. Brother needs to go to the restroom," Nan Liujing instructed, then rode off on his bike.

Na'er gave a sound of acknowledgment and found a spot to sit and play with her phone.

The small grove on the west side of the plaza was extremely dense, making it difficult to see inside from the outside.

The anomaly from the Heavenly Tribulation Pearl grew stronger, urging Nan Liujing forward. He followed the small path and approached silently.

Soon, a cluster of small houses came into view. They were low and dilapidated, with mottled walls, and some even lacked windows.

"A place for work-study students?" Nan Liujing realized.

There were signs of habitation nearby, but no people were visible.

Looking deeper, a faint, deep purple light flickered.

Nan Liujing didn't hesitate and quickly closed the distance.

When he reached the source of the purple light, his pupils contracted sharply.

He saw a patch of grass, obscured by vegetation, where a girl lay. Her short, dark red hair, delicate features, and pale skin were unmistakably Yuan En Yehui.

At this moment, Yuan En Yehui was clearly suffering, her body curled up and trembling uncontrollably.

It was evident that with each tremor, her skin would emanate a purplish-black hue, and the surrounding dark elements would also mutate, becoming cold, rampant, and cruel.

"Ugh!"

Overwhelmed by intense pain, Yuan En Yehui moaned, and with a swish, a cluster of flowing light emerged from her back. When unfurled, it transformed into a pair of black wings, their edges tinged with a dark purple halo.

These halos swirled around her body, gradually taking the form of a soul ring. Its color was purple, but it differed from a normal thousand-year soul ring, being exceptionally deep and possessing a unique texture.

"Self-condensed soul ring," Nan Liujing mused, but he quickly noticed something amiss.

This Fallen Angel Martial Soul causing the dark elements to mutate should have been detected by the top experts of Shrek Academy.

If nothing else, Yun Ming, Long Yeyue, and even Ya Li should have sensed it. Why hadn't anyone come?

As he pondered this, the anomaly transmitted by the Heavenly Tribulation Pearl to Nan Liujing intensified, as if asking whether to accept this opportunity.

"Ah!"

On the ground, as the soul ring on Yuan En Yehui's body condensed, she suddenly clutched her head, letting out a heart-wrenching scream.

A bizarre scene unfolded: the purplish-black markings on her skin vaguely formed rune-like patterns, gradually embedding themselves deeper into Yuan En Yehui's body, like a seal being planted.

"Swish."

This time, Nan Liujing no longer hesitated. He lunged forward, his body enveloped in dark blue electricity, protecting himself as his palm landed on Yuan En Yehui's shoulder.

Within his Sea of Consciousness, the Heavenly Tribulation Pearl instantly unleashed a special power. Just as it had taken the Golden Dragon King bloodline from Tang Wulin, this same power forcefully extracted and absorbed the rune seal that had integrated into Yuan En Yehui's body.

A profoundly yin and bloodthirsty aura emerged from Yuan En Yehui's soul ring, roaring as it attempted to enter Nan Liujing's body. He let out a cold snort, and the surrounding air resonated with a high-pitched dragon's roar. The righteous and domineering lightning soul power instantly tore the aura apart, and the faint sound of a demon's scream could be heard.

After doing this, before Nan Liujing could even react, he was astonished to find that while the purplish-black runes on Yuan En Yehui's body were gone, a layer of dark blue lightning patterns had appeared. They flickered a few times before vanishing.

As the light patterns disappeared, Nan Liujing clearly felt a special connection, intertwining Yuan En Yehui's spiritual power with his own. He could even sense emotions like loneliness and numbness emanating from her consciousness.

"Who are you?" a cold voice inquired. Yuan En Yehui stared tiredly at Nan Liujing, her dark eyes as unwelcoming as the night.

A heavy aura spread through the air, as if Yuan En Yehui could unleash astonishing power at any moment and strike Nan Liujing down.

Nan Liujing flashed a smile. "Trying to attack your benefactor? That won't do."

Yuan En Yehui froze, then surprisingly found that the pain, which had felt like an imprint on her flesh and soul, was gone. The dark attribute of her Fallen Angel Martial Soul, which had caused her so much suffering, also lacked its previous coldness and malevolence.

"Brother."

A voice called from behind.

"My name is Nan Liujing."

After leaving his name, Nan Liujing turned and walked out of the grove.

Yuan En Yehui stood up and watched him leave.

"Brother, are you sick? Why did you take so long in the restroom?"

Seeing her brother emerge from the grove, Na'er stepped forward with concern.

"Your brother is perfectly fine," Nan Liujing replied, ruffling the little girl's hair.

He shook his head. "I have to go back."

Upon hearing this, Na'er's smile immediately faltered. She linked her arm through Nan Liujing's and pouted, "Brother, stay with me a little longer."

"Ouch!"

Nan Liujing flicked his finger against Na'er's smooth forehead. She cried out in pain and released his arm, covering her forehead.

He chuckled lightly. "I'll be in Shrek City for a long time, so I'll have plenty of time to spend with you. Although Shrek Academy allows outsiders to enter, you can't stay for too long."

"Alright then," Na'er said dejectedly. Suddenly, a ringing sound was heard.

Na'er quickly made a shushing gesture to Nan Liujing, answered the phone, and said obediently, "Auntie."

"Mhm, mhm, I was just strolling around the outer court, I'll be back soon."

After hanging up, Na'er took a plate from her soul tool storage. On it were several bun-like items. "Brother, these are buns made by Black Abyss Fish. They're very good for nourishing blood essence. Take them to eat."

Nan Liujing didn't stand on ceremony. He took them and stored them in his soul tool storage.

This dark bun, only the Sea God Pavilion elders are qualified to enjoy it. It's extremely nutritious and can strengthen the human body. It can be understood as whale rubber without side effects.

"Then I'm leaving."

Riding his bicycle, Nan Liujing said goodbye to Na'er.

"Mm." Na'er smiled and nodded. Under her gaze, her brother's figure gradually moved away, disappearing into the dim lights until he was out of sight.

"Beautiful, great figure."

After her brother had been gone for a while, Na'er whispered softly.

"Na'er." A gentle voice came from behind.

Na'er immediately stood at attention.

Wearing a water-green dress, with a stunningly beautiful face and emitting a gentle life aura, Ya Li walked over, curiously sizing up the disciple her lover had just taken in.

"Teacher's wife, why are you here?" Na'er quickly stepped forward and held her arm, asking in a soft, spoiled tone.

Ya Li lightly poked Na'er's forehead with her jade finger and smiled softly. "Your teacher had something to do, so I followed. I didn't expect to sense you at Spirit Ice Plaza."

"What is it?" Na'er asked curiously.

Ya Li smiled and shook her head, not answering. "What have you decided? What sub-profession do you want to learn?"

Na'er smiled. "I want to be like you. Besides forging, I'll learn everything."

Ya Li's lips curved into a smile, and she glanced at the woods. "Since you've decided, we'll start teaching formally tomorrow."

"Can't I play for a few more days?" Na'er panicked. She wanted to continue playing with her brother tomorrow, the day after, and the day after that.

Ya Li said with a smile, "No."

"Oh." Na'er drooped her head.

Nan Liujing's departure was perfectly timed. In the woods on the west side of the plaza, Yuan En Yehui saw two figures with no aura leakage, appearing like ordinary people.

"Qingtian Mianxia." Yuan En Yehui's heart jolted at the sight of the newcomer, and she immediately bowed to offer her greetings.

Yun Ming's eyes, calm as water, swept over Yuan En Yehui, and he frowned slightly. "Your Fallen Angel Martial Soul has already condensed its second Soul Ring on its own?"

"Yes." Yuan En Yehui was a little nervous. It was only then that she realized she had forgotten to report it. She wasn't a true student anymore; it was only because of her martial soul that she had been granted special permission to stay as a work-study student.

"Release your Soul Ring." Long Yeyue, who was beside him, spoke.

"Yes." Yuan En Yehui didn't recognize her, but she still obediently activated her soul power. Soon, two purple soul rings rose from beneath her.

In the darkness, the purple soul rings appeared deep and luxurious.

Long Yeyue glanced at them and said to Yun Ming with a hint of surprise, "These two soul rings seem different from the self-condensed soul rings of the Fallen Angel Martial Soul we've seen before."

Yun Ming said in a deep voice, "Indeed, they are different. The dark attribute has become purer. If it can evolve, there's even hope of reaching ultimate darkness. It's a shame we didn't get to see the process of the second soul ring condensing itself."

Martial souls formed by this kind of power from another plane are often the most difficult to study. It can be called an evil martial soul, but it can also be a normal martial soul. In short, it's very complicated. Even the Federation has no definitive definition for this martial soul.

"I'm sorry." Yuan En Yehui's heart skipped a beat when she heard that her Fallen Angel Martial Soul had become purer. But she felt guilty for forgetting to fulfill her promise and quickly apologized.

Yun Ming's tone was gentle. "I'm not blaming you. Remember, in the future, when you condense a soul ring on your own, if you feel unwell, you must inform us in advance. Condensing a soul ring is extremely painful. If my wife were here, she could alleviate your suffering."

"Thank you." Yuan En Yehui thanked him sincerely. Inwardly, she felt quite helpless. At that time, her head was splitting, and her body felt like it was tearing apart. She couldn't even think of calling for help.

Yun Ming glanced at Long Yeyue.

Yuan En Yehui felt a flash before her eyes, and the two powerhouses had vanished.

She pursed her red lips, and in her mind, the handsome and clean face of the young man named Nan Liujing appeared.

Was it him who helped me?

In the air.

Long Yeyue said in a low voice, "Could it be that this child's Titan Giant Ape Martial Soul is too powerful, causing the Fallen Angel Martial Soul to mutate? No longer the original seed descended from the Demon Plane?"

Yun Ming stood with his hands behind his back, gazing at the majestic giant tower in the distance. "The overall strength of the Demon Plane is lower than our Douluo Plane. We cannot rule out the possibility you mentioned."

Long Yeyue said, "I'll inform the Yuanen Family. Regardless, this is good news. Yuanen Zhentian, that old fellow, can probably relax."

"No rush." Yun Ming shook his head. "This child only has her second soul ring now and needs further observation. Moreover, the Fallen Angel Martial Soul has left too deep a shadow on the Yuanen Family. It's inconvenient for this child to return for now."

Long Yeyue paused, then thought about it. "Alright, you're the Pavilion Master, I'll listen to you."

Yun Ming smiled, his gaze falling on his wife and disciple who were walking back to the inner courtyard hand in hand.