Leng Yaozhu: Oh! Our genius is back!

Huo Yuhao caught the fleeting shock in Gu Yue's eyes, but didn't dwell on it.

He continued, "However, Wulin's bloodline is extremely powerful; it's probably impossible to extract it directly."

"Only by having someone capable of inheriting this powerful bloodline can this be achieved."

"Only in this way can we ensure that this bloodline will not erupt within Wulin's body during the separation process."

At this point, Huo Yuhao couldn't help but sigh, "But people like that are hard to find."

He had asked his teacher, Electrolux, and even with his current physique, he was far from being able to withstand the power of that bloodline.

Gu Yue's mouth was slightly open, and he looked stunned.

But a moment later, she suddenly clenched her fists, and a glint flashed in her eyes.

"I know someone," she said, looking at Huo Yuhao, emphasizing each word, "Someone who can withstand this bloodline power."

Huo Yuhao was taken aback upon hearing this.

He had only said those things out of curiosity about Gu Yue, and never expected to find a suitable "target" so easily.

He snapped out of his reverie, his expression instantly turning serious.

"This is no joke."

His gaze was fixed on Gu Yue, his tone serious. "That bloodline power is not something an ordinary person can withstand. If you fail, your Life God could be in danger."

Gu Yue met his earnest eyes, and a confident look appeared on her face.

"If even she can't handle it, then I'm afraid no one on the entire continent will be able to withstand the power of Tang Wulin's bloodline."

Huo Yuhao didn't understand why Gu Yue was so confident, but her determined demeanor didn't seem like she was just talking nonsense.

He pondered for a moment, then said, "Then let's go talk to Wulin. He should be aware of his situation."

Gu Yue shook her head. "Don't talk to him yet. Let's go to Shrek City first. The person I'm talking about is there."

Huo Yuhao thought for a moment and nodded.

"That works too. I was just about to go ask Aunt Leng about something."

Shrek City, Spirit Pagoda Headquarters.

When Huo Yuhao appeared in the lobby on the first floor, he immediately attracted the attention of many people.

After all, he is no longer the unknown boy he once was.

He is not only the top of the Youth Genius Ranking, but a genius whose name is known throughout the continent!

Whispers echoed softly in the hall, and the gazes held curiosity, envy, and a complex mix of emotions.

Huo Yuhao, however, seemed not to have heard or seen anything, and calmly walked through the lobby toward the elevator.

The elevator numbers kept changing, and the scenery outside the window rushed by.

Huo Yuhao stood quietly, his gaze fixed on the fluctuating numbers, lost in thought.

Finally, the elevator stopped.

The door opened, revealing a quiet corridor. At the end of the corridor was a tightly closed door.

Huo Yuhao walked to the door and knocked gently.

"Come in."

A familiar female voice came from inside the door, cool and languid.

Huo Yuhao pushed open the door and went inside.

He had expected to see Leng Yaozhu sitting behind her desk handling official business, or resting on the sofa.

But as soon as the door opened... a fiery red figure suddenly appeared before them!

Before Huo Yuhao could react, a pair of cool, slender hands had already cupped his cheeks.

Then... I kneaded it with a little force.

"Hmm..."

Huo Yuhao's lips were squeezed together, and he let out a muffled whimper.

He didn't struggle, but just let those slightly cool hands do whatever they wanted to his face. His delicate face was distorted by the kneading, and his eyes were narrowed into slits.

"Pfft!"

Leng Yaozhu couldn't help but laugh out loud at his comical appearance.

She rubbed his head a couple more times before finally withdrawing her hands and gently patting Huo Yuhao's head instead.

"Come and sit down."

From the age of three to nine, Huo Yuhao always stayed by her side.

It's no exaggeration to say that she single-handedly trained them.

Sending him to Eastsea City was a last resort.

It had been several months since they last met, and Leng Yaozhu naturally missed them terribly, which is why she acted in a way that was unbecoming of her status.

Leng Yaozhu took Huo Yuhao's hand and walked to the sofa to sit down.

Her movements were natural and intimate, and her eyes, which usually held a certain aloofness, were now filled with a gentle light when they fell on Huo Yuhao.

"How have you been lately?" she asked with a smile, a hint of mischief in her voice. "Our top genius, the little prodigy of Chuanling?"

Huo Yuhao blushed, a hint of helplessness appearing on his delicate face.

"Aunt Leng, please don't make fun of me." He scratched his head. "I didn't take this title seriously."

Upon hearing this, Leng Yaozhu's smile faded slightly, replaced by a serious expression.

"You shouldn't have taken it seriously." Her tone became serious. "Qiangu Dongfeng gave you the title of 'Chuanling', but it wasn't out of any good intentions. I think he just wanted to flatter you to death."

However, Leng Yaozhu couldn't help but laugh again when she looked at Huo Yuhao's handsome face.

She reached out and ruffled his hair, her voice full of affection. "But our Yuhao is a true genius. It's not so easy to praise you to the point of ruin."

Huo Yuhao's face showed a serious expression. "Aunt Leng, actually this is a good thing."

"With this reputation, the Tower Master will have to think twice before making a move against me."

Leng Yaozhu nodded upon hearing this.

Qiangu Dongfeng wanted to use his reputation to bind him, but reputation can sometimes be a protective shield.

Her tone became casual. "Tell me, what exactly brought you back this time?"

Huo Yuhao didn't beat around the bush and asked directly, "Aunt Leng, your martial soul is Fire Phoenix. I wonder how much you know about the Phoenix Evil Fire?"

Huo Yuhao then recounted the events that occurred ten thousand years ago.

In his view, Leng Yaozhu, who came from the Phoenix Family, had the most comprehensive understanding of the Phoenix Martial Soul on the entire continent.

Leng Yaozhu listened quietly, her expression unchanged, but a thoughtful look gradually appeared in her eyes.

She spoke slowly after Huo Yuhao finished speaking.

"The Phoenix Martial Soul is a top-tier Beast Martial Soul."

However, due to their different attributes, Phoenix are divided into many kinds.

"For example, the Fire Phoenix, the Ice Phoenix, the Wind Phoenix, and so on."

Huo Yuhao listened attentively without interrupting.

"The Evil Fire Phoenix is a product of the mutation of the Fire Phoenix Martial Soul. Previously, only Shrek Academy on the entire continent possessed this heritage."

"The mutation of the Evil Fire Phoenix can be considered a positive mutation."

"It amplifies the temperature of the Phoenix Flame, and when cultivated to its peak, it can even reach the level of the Ultimate Fire."

She paused slightly at this point.

"But..."

"This Phoenix Evil Fire can affect Soul Master's mind; if they're not careful, they can fall into becoming Evil Soul Master."

Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao's pupils contracted slightly.

Evil Soul Master?!

He instantly recalled the scene he had witnessed at the Sea God Lake.

The woman engulfed in dark red flames, her eyes filled with irrationality, the hand that nearly claimed the lives of two newborns...

I see.

No wonder she lost control, no wonder she hurt people, no wonder Yan Shaozhe's eyes flashed with undisguised worry when he talked about it.

Huo Yuhao thought for a moment and then said, "With the Shrek Academy watching over him, he shouldn't turn into Evil Soul Master, right?"

Leng Yaozhu glanced at him.

She didn't say much, but gave him a meaningful look.