Zhang Lexuan: I can't sleep unless I see you enter the sect with my own eyes, little brother.

From the perspective of Shrek Academy's Inner Court senior sister, she had to bring Su Chen back to the academy, no matter what.

An eight-year-old Soul Elder! With a Ten Thousand Year Soul Ring right from the start!

The word "genius" couldn't begin to describe him. He was a peerless monster who had shattered the historical records of the Douluo Continent!

As long as Su Chen joined Shrek Academy, given time, he was sure to become a Limit Douluo who would dominate an entire era, and perhaps... even touch the legendary realm of the gods!

For the glory and future of the academy, she ought to do whatever it took.

But... setting aside the halo of senior sister, first and foremost, she was Su Chen's older sister.

The moment she thought of the tragedy from her previous life, the one that had torn her heart apart, Zhang Lexuan's heart clenched painfully.

That blood-soaked scene remained a nightmare she couldn't escape, even to this day.

Even if she'd been lucky enough to avoid that calamity in this life, what kind of place was Shrek? It was the center where the continent's currents converged, a vortex of countless crises and challenges!

As long as you were caught up in it, an accident could happen at any moment.

She couldn't risk it. She couldn't afford to lose.

Compared to those intangible honors and peaks, she would much rather Su Chen live an ordinary life.

Even if he never achieved earth-shattering cultivation, even if he never earned the admiration of thousands.

As long as he could live a safe and happy life, what did it matter if he went to some obscure little place and lived in seclusion?

Watching Su Chen's profile, the struggle in Zhang Lexuan's eyes gradually softened into a tenderness as gentle as water.

"Xiao Chen, in this life, I don't ask you to Reign Over the World. I only ask that you... stay safe and well, year after year."

As long as you could live on with a smile, that would be the greatest happiness of her life.

"I plan to go to the Body Sect."

Su Chen set down his teacup, his tone calm.

Rather than go to Shrek Academy and be a "good little boy" bound by rules and restrictions, he'd rather go to the Body Sect and be a "little tyrant" who could do as he pleased.

With his talent and the unique nature of King Crimson, he'd absolutely be treated like a "young sect master" at the Body Sect!

He'd have free rein over the entire sect's resources, and Du Busi, a Level 98 Super Douluo, could act as his personal bodyguard. Wasn't that better than struggling through missions at Shrek?

It was the perfect start!

"The Body Sect?"

Zhang Lexuan's brows knitted slightly, uncertainty flashing in her eyes.

As the senior sister of Shrek's Inner Court, she wasn't unfamiliar with the Body Sect.

That sect was powerful and fiercely protective of its own. Its combat techniques were second to none, and even Shrek had to give it a wide berth.

But the problem was... the Body Sect only accepted people with Body Martial Souls!

"Xiao Chen, your Pluto Sword is powerful, but it's still a Tool Martial Soul. Those old fogies at the Body Sect might..."

"Sis, I haven't finished."

Su Chen smiled faintly, interrupting Zhang Lexuan's concern.

"Who said I only have one Martial Soul?"

"I won't hide it anymore. I'll come clean: I have Twin Martial Souls."

Before the words had even left his mouth, a strange and domineering dark-red aura burst forth!

A hazy humanoid phantom slowly appeared behind Su Chen.

Its face was stern, its eyes seeming to hold an abyss of time, and its entire body emanated an awe-inspiring pressure.

King Crimson!

In that instant, Zhang Lexuan's pupils contracted sharply.

The instincts of a top-tier powerhouse told her that this Martial Soul... was dangerous!

It was even on another level from Su Chen's already terrifying Pluto Sword!

It felt as if some indescribably ancient being had fixed its gaze on her. Even her soul trembled.

"Is this... a Body Martial Soul?!"

Zhang Lexuan covered her little mouth in shock.

She had never heard of a Body Martial Soul of such exceptional quality!

"That's right. This is my Second Martial Soul."

Su Chen withdrew his Martial Soul, and his aura instantly returned to normal, as if nothing had happened.

In this world, excessive modesty was just mediocrity.

Only by showing a little strength could he gain more of a say.

It took a long while for Zhang Lexuan to recover from her shock.

Looking at the confident, spirited boy before her, her eyes filled with relief and tenderness.

The little boy who used to run after her had truly grown up.

"If that's the case, then I can rest easy."

Zhang Lexuan reached out with her slender fingers and gently ruffled Su Chen's hair, her voice tender enough to melt the heart.

"Though the Body Sect can be eccentric, they're fiercely protective of their own. With Senior Du Busi looking out for you, it really is safer than Shrek."

"Go ahead. Whatever you decide to do, I'll support you."

After that, the two spent a few more days exploring Heaven Dou City. Zhang Lexuan stayed by Su Chen's side almost every moment.

Whenever she found something delicious or fun, she took Su Chen along to enjoy it right away.

The usually decisive senior sister of Shrek was now like a worried mother, afraid that her "runaway" little brother would suffer while he was away from home.

Once he was rested, Su Chen set out for the Body Sect.

Although it was his first time going there, the route had already been etched into Su Chen's mind by the simulator.

Su Chen traveled with easy confidence, as if he were heading to his own backyard.

The only little hiccup was that Zhang Lexuan came along.

Her reason was, "I can't sleep unless I see you enter the sect's gates with my own eyes, little brother."

All you could do was shrug helplessly and let her come.

After all, you knew Zhang Lexuan's personality too well.

If Su Chen dared to refuse, she would absolutely activate "stealth mode" and follow along from the shadows.

Rather than have Zhang Lexuan keep an eye on you from the shadows, it was better to travel together openly. At least there'd be a beautiful woman to admire along the way.

Half a day later.

As the terrain grew increasingly rugged, the air grew thinner too.

You arrived before a sheer cliff, shrouded in clouds and mist.

"I never imagined the Body Sect would build its gates here."

Zhang Lexuan stood at the edge of the cliff, surprise flashing in her beautiful eyes.

Following her gaze, you saw several ancient, rugged buildings clinging to the mountainside deep within the perilous ravine, appearing and disappearing through the mist.

There was none of the grandeur and glittering splendor of Shrek Academy, nor the sleek, technological refinement of the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Engineer Academy.

The Body Sect's gates were like an uncarved stone, radiating a primitive, wild air.

"It does look a little crude."

Su Chen smiled faintly, though he didn't think much of it.

People with Body Martial Souls were as rare as phoenix feathers and unicorn horns. Besides, the Body Sect focused on unlocking the body's hidden potential and achieving sainthood through the flesh.

This simple, unadorned environment was precisely what suited those madmen who trained only themselves and relied on nothing external.

The sect kept a low profile, but its defenses were tight.

Elite disciples took turns standing guard almost every day. The Body Sect had few members, but they were united and fiercely protective of their own. Its cohesion was famous across the continent.

Seeing you and Zhang Lexuan approach—two strangers with an extraordinary air—the disciple on guard immediately came forward warily.

"Stop! The Body Sect is off-limits to outsiders!"

You smiled faintly. Without wasting words, you simply said:

"Hello. I've come to join the Body Sect."

Before your words had even faded, you focused your mind.

Buzz—!

The air seemed to freeze in an instant.

A dark-red phantom abruptly appeared behind you! Its face was imposing, and its entire body radiated a suffocating ripple of time, like a god looking down on all living beings.

King Crimson had appeared!

"This... what is..."

The guard's stern face froze, and his eyes nearly popped out of his head.

He stared fixedly at King Crimson behind you, his voice trembling:

"A humanoid Martial Soul?! A full-body Body Martial Soul?!"

You had to understand that most people in the Body Sect only awakened a part of the body as their Martial Soul: an arm, an eye, their skin, and so on.

At present, only the sect master, Du Busi, had awakened a "full-body" Martial Soul in the entire sect!

Having this kind of Martial Soul meant that, as long as you weren't cut down before your time, you'd reach at least Level 98 and become a Super Douluo, or even a Limit Douluo!

"Jackpot! We've struck gold this time!"

The disciple's attitude changed completely in an instant, his smile blooming like a chrysanthemum.

"Oh! So you're one of our own! Please forgive my rudeness!"

He hurriedly stepped aside to lead the way. He was so enthusiastic, he practically wanted to carry you up the mountain on his back.

"Young brother... no, Senior Brother! This way, please! I'll take you to see Elder Jin right now!"

Introducing such an unparalleled genius to the sect was an immense achievement!

He wouldn't have to worry about cultivation resources for the rest of his life!

Looking at King Crimson floating behind you, the disciple couldn't help but think of a wildly absurd but strangely fitting line:

"Urgent report! A young man has arrived at the Body Sect, and his Martial Soul is flying in the sky!"