The next morning, at dawn.
Tang Wulin woke up early. After washing up, he picked up breakfast for Tang Heng, Xie Xie, and their other roommate, then went to the academy's track to run a few laps and do some basic physical training.
It was almost time for the first class when Tang Heng finally crawled out of his warm bed. Seeing breakfast on the table, he smiled.
After washing his face, brushing his teeth, and eating breakfast, Tang Heng took the still-dazed Xie Xie with him to the classroom.
The first class was with their homeroom teacher, Lan Ruobing. It was supposed to cover the basics of the Martial Soul world, but today she hadn't brought her dog-eared textbook. Instead, she carried a box for drawing lots.
"Ahem, settle down, everyone. I have something to announce."
The moment Lan Ruobing spoke, the noisy classroom fell silent.
Her gaze lingered on Tang Heng and Na'er for a few seconds before quickly moving away. Then she continued:
"According to academy regulations, the students in Class One may visit the Primary Spirit Ascension Platform at the East Sea Spirit Pagoda once for free."
"The Spirit Ascension Platform is a place the Spirit Pagoda built from the ground up, where Soul Masters can hone their skills and improve their individual strength. It's also a place where they can experience the allure of the Soul Master world in ancient times."
"To put it simply, it's a place that brings together the pinnacle of Soul Tools on the continent, along with the combined efforts of Soul Masters and researchers."
"When a Soul Master enters the Spirit Ascension Platform, it's like controlling a character in a video game. It's as if you yourself have entered another space."
"But the Spirit Ascension Platform itself protects you, so