So Much Happened After I Left?

Asura reminded, "Life, do not forget one thing: your divine positions can be fused."

Following Asura's reminder, the Goddess of Life's eyes lit up.

She was no fool; after Asura's prompt, she naturally understood what he was implying.

The Goddess of Life looked up at Asura, her water-green eyes shimmering with anticipation: "You mean, if Xu Yuan's Clear Sky Hammer can reach the god-level, it might become that bridge?"

On Asura's dark red armor, magical patterns rippled slightly, as if echoing his thoughts: "Theoretically, it is feasible. The Blue Silver Emperor carries life, while the Clear Sky Hammer carries destruction. Two god-level martial souls belonging to one person is, in itself, an existence that breaks convention. If he can achieve a delicate balance between the two, it is not impossible for him to inherit your divine positions."

He paused, his fingertip tapping the light screen to enlarge the image of Xu Yuan's Clear Sky Hammer.

"The aura of this Clear Sky Hammer... is very pure." Asura's gaze was sharp as a blade. "Although it has not reached the god-level, it has already faintly touched the edge of the laws of destruction. If guided by someone, it may well grow to a level that matches the Blue Silver Emperor."

The Goddess of Life looked at the Clear Sky Hammer, then back at Xu Yuan, her thoughts becoming increasingly clear.

The successor that she and Xiao Zi had been searching for for many years might truly find a glimmer of hope in this young boy from the lower realm.

"If that is truly possible..." the Goddess of Life's voice trembled slightly, "Xiao Zi and I might actually be able to lay down our divine positions and go see the vastness of the universe."

Asura watched the longing in her eyes and softened his tone: "Do not hold such high expectations. Is inheriting two divine positions an easy task? Furthermore, there is someone interfering behind this child, their motives unclear, and the variables are too great."

"I know." The Goddess of Life composed herself, her eyes returning to their calm and gentle state. "But we must try, must we not? Even if there is only a one-in-ten-thousand chance, it is worth our attention."

The Goddess of Life looked at Asura and revealed a faint smile: "Thank you for the reminder. It seems I must not only pay attention to his Blue Silver Emperor but also keep an eye on the growth of this Clear Sky Hammer."

Asura nodded slightly in response.

Asura was thoughtful: "The laws of destruction are domineering and fierce, completely different from the gentle and inclusive nature of the laws of life. For this child to master both simultaneously, the tempering of his character will likely be even more difficult than the cultivation of soul power."

The Goddess of Life walked to Asura's side and said softly: "As for his character, we will only know after we see it. At least for now, he shows sufficient reverence for life, which is the foundation for carrying the laws of life. As for destruction... perhaps only after experiencing some storms will that Clear Sky Hammer truly awaken."

"Storms?" A cold arc curled at the corner of Asura's mouth. "The Douluo Continent has never lacked storms. The ambitions of Martial Soul Hall, the power struggles between major factions, and the schemes of the one interfering behind him—that is more than enough to give this child a hard time."

He paused, then shifted the subject: "However, flowers in a greenhouse do not grow strong. If he truly intends to inherit your divine positions, these few storms are far from enough."

The Goddess of Life smiled, the light from the screen reflecting in her water-green eyes: "So we need only watch. Too much interference might cause him to lose the possibility of natural growth."

She looked out past the hall, where the divine light of the God Realm flowed slowly across the horizon: "As for Xiao Zi, I will speak to him slowly. Given his temperament, I fear he will want to find some 'trouble' for this child first to test his mettle."

Asura was not surprised by this.

The God of Destruction had always been strict; if someone truly wanted to inherit his divine position, they would never catch his eye without undergoing a trial akin to purgatory.

Asura withdrew his gaze, refocusing on the light screen: "Just make sure that 'trouble' of yours doesn't end up breaking the boy."

"Rest assured, Xiao Zi has his limits." The Goddess of Life's tone was firm, though a hint of mischief flashed in her eyes. "Besides, with me around, I won't let him suffer any real accidents."

The two shared a smile, and then the Goddess of Life bid Asura farewell.

After a long flight, Xu Yuan returned to Nuoding City, bought some snacks that Xiao Wu liked, and headed back to Notting Academy.

As soon as he entered Notting Academy, Xu Yuan noticed quite a few students looking at him.

These were students who hadn't gone home for the holidays, as they felt there was no need to return.

However, Xu Yuan didn't pay much attention to these gazes and returned to Dorm Seven.

"Are you a new student?"

Just as he walked in, Xu Yuan saw Xiao Wu walk over curiously to ask.

Hearing Xiao Wu's words, Xu Yuan was speechless, not knowing what to say.

Xu Yuan sighed and said, "Xiao Wu, it's me, Xu Yuan."

Xiao Wu blinked her bright, lively eyes, leaned in closer, circled around Xu Yuan twice, and even gave his sky-blue hair a light tug with her small hand: "Xu Yuan? How did you become like this? Your hair color has changed, I almost didn't recognize you!"

She tilted her head to examine him, her eyes full of curiosity: "How did you come back looking like a different person after one trip? Did you dye your hair? Or did your martial soul mutate?"

Xiao Wu now felt that Xu Yuan had become extremely good-looking, making one want to get close to him.

Xu Yuan helplessly swatted away Xiao Wu's hand: "It's not dyed, and it's not really a mutation; my martial soul has awakened."

Immediately after, Xu Yuan took a paper parcel from his bag and handed it over: "I brought you some carrot cake, just bought it, it's still warm."

"Wow! Carrot cake!" Xiao Wu's attention was instantly diverted. She took the parcel and opened it impatiently, the rich, sweet aroma immediately filling the air.

Xiao Wu picked up a piece and stuffed it into her mouth, saying indistinctly: "You're the only one who understands me!"

Xu Yuan looked at Xiao Wu and asked: "Xiao Wu, did anything happen at school while I was away?"

Xiao Wu swallowed the carrot cake and said: "Yes, Tang San is in the hospital, and that guy Yu Xiaogang got beaten up."

At the mention of Yu Xiaogang being beaten, Xiao Wu was very happy.

Yu Xiaogang always wore an expression that said he was the best in the world, and she had long found him unpleasant.

Xu Yuan: "????"

What was going on? Why had so many things happened while he was away?

Xu Yuan asked curiously: "Xiao Wu, do you know the specific situation?"

Xiao Wu thought for a moment and said: "I don't know much about Tang San's situation; I just know that Yu Xiaogang threw Tang San out, causing him to fall and get injured. They say he needs to rest for half a year to recover. As for Yu Xiaogang, I heard he was beaten up by a vagrant and won't be able to get out of bed for a year."

After hearing what Xiao Wu said, Xu Yuan felt it was somewhat absurd.

How could Tang San be so unlucky, suffering such a serious injury and being bedridden for half a year?

As for who beat Yu Xiaogang, Xu Yuan already knew in his heart: it was Tang Hao.

Tang Hao must have seen something and beaten Yu Xiaogang without hesitation.