Sea God Pavilion, second-floor conference room.
The atmosphere was grave and solemn. Mu En lay in his recliner, still looking like a candle guttering in the wind.
"Since everyone's here, I'll announce a few arrangements."
Mu En's voice rang out slowly. "Starting today, Wang Dong, Jin Nier, and Xiao Xiao, the three of you will train under me. Ning Tian, Lan Susu, and Lan Luoluo will receive personal guidance from Xuan Zi. From now on, you'll only need to return to the outer courtyard for your advancement assessments. The rest of the time, you'll stay in the inner courtyard and focus on your cultivation."
The girls were both delighted and apprehensive. This was personal guidance from a Sea God Pavilion Elder—a chance to rise to the top overnight!
After making the arrangements for the girls, Mu En's gaze finally settled on Huo Yuhao, turning especially solemn.
"Yuhao."
"Your disciple is here." Huo Yuhao stepped forward.
"You must enter a period of rapid growth." Mu En's tone brooked no argument. "You have Twin Martial Souls: one is a Body Martial Soul of the mental type, and the other is Ultimate Ice. Your talent and prospects are limitless, but that also means you'll shoulder an unprecedented responsibility."
Mu En sighed and pointed out the window. "Xiaotao's disappearance wasn't a coincidence. The Holy Spirit Cult has been secretly building its strength. Their move this time was a show of defiance against us. It won't be long before they decide they're strong enough to stop hiding in the darkness. When that happens, the entire continent will face a catastrophe."
At the words "Holy Spirit Cult," everyone present drew heavier breaths.
"Furthermore," Mu En continued, "the academy has decided to launch an exchange program with the Sun Moon Imperial Soul Master Academy in two years.