Immortal Herbs

After obtaining the Soul Bones, Huo Wu returned to the group. Xiaofei felt that Huo Wu's aura seemed to have changed. Just as everyone was about to say something, Xiaofei hurriedly said, "We can talk about it after we return. Put the Soul Bones away first." The others quickly nodded. After all, greedy eyes were already fixed on them from all around.

Pope Bibi Dong said, "The Continental Spirit Master Tournament has ended. Men, seize that girl." The Pope's gaze fell on Xiao Wu.

Yu Xiaogang hurriedly said, "What are you trying to do?"

Ning Fengzhi also stepped forward and said, "Shouldn't you investigate clearly before acting?"

The Pope showed no intention of backing down. "Sect Master Ning, please conduct yourself with dignity. If you continue obstructing us, then the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect will become an enemy of Spirit Hall."

Ning Fengzhi shook his head and stepped aside, clearing the way.

"Wait!" Yu Xiaogang took out the Papal Order and said, "I am also one of Spirit Hall's elders. I have the right to know the truth. Your Holiness, the Pope, you may arrest people, but you must explain things clearly first. On what grounds are you arresting a disciple of my Shrek Academy?"

The Pope said coldly, "What do you know? If she were merely an ordinary girl, we naturally would not arrest her. But she is a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast in human form. Spirit Hall has both the responsibility and the duty to capture her and prevent her from harming humanity."

"How is that possible?" Yu Xiaogang was stunned. Everyone from Shrek Academy was horrified, with only Tang San remaining calm.

Dai Mubai asked Tang San, "Little San, what's going on?"

Tang San said calmly, "Boss Dai, Xiao Wu isn't human. She's a Hundred-Thousand-Year Soul Beast in human form."

Tang San walked in front of Xiao Wu and said, "Whether she's human or a Soul Beast, anyone who wants to hurt her will have to step over my corpse."

As Shrek's captain, Dai Mubai had seen far more of the world and possessed much stronger leadership ability than the others. He said seriously, "Whether Xiao Wu is human or a Soul Beast, she's our teammate now. The Seven Devils are one body—we advance and retreat together." The others shouted in unison, "The Seven Devils are one body! We advance and retreat together!"

Flender suddenly laughed and exchanged a glance with Liu Erlong and Yu Xiaogang. The Golden Iron Triangle simultaneously raised their right hands. In an instant, brilliant golden light rose from nowhere, and surging radiance outlined an incomparably dazzling golden triangle in the air. "We old fellows aren't dead yet. It's not your turn to stand in front of us youngsters."

The Pope stared at Yu Xiaogang, looking somewhat dazed. Chrysanthemum Douluo softly called out, "Your Holiness, the Pope."

The Pope immediately recovered and shouted, "Seize them! Kill without mercy anyone who resists!"

Seeing that a great battle was about to erupt, Xiaofei hurriedly grabbed Huo Wu and Huo Wushuang and led all their teammates to Xue Qinghe's side. In Spirit Hall, where could possibly be safer than beside Xue Qinghe?

The two sides soon clashed. The Golden Iron Triangle formed a massive Sacred Dragon, leaving Xiaofei full of admiration. Chrysanthemum Douluo and Ghost Douluo also unleashed their Martial Soul Avatars.

On the Heaven Dou Empire's side, Dugu Bo and Sword Douluo both seemed tempted to make a move. Xiaofei couldn't help wondering, Could the two of them still have become friends despite their age difference without the Immortal Herbs from the Ice and Fire Yin Yang Well? Could Tang San still have helped Dugu Bo cure his poison?

The Pope gave a cold snort, and two yellow, two purple, four black, and one red Soul Rings lit up. The red Soul Ring in particular placed immense pressure on everyone present. Even Sword Douluo, standing beside Ning Fengzhi, was astonished.

Suddenly, a streak of red light flashed between the Pope and Tang San. A massive hammer appeared within the red light. A figure emerged in the sky, and the hammer suddenly flew back into his hand. The moment Xiaofei saw that figure, he knew Tang Hao had arrived. The figure wore a tattered robe and walked through the air, while two yellow, two purple, four black, and one red Soul Rings appeared around him.

"A chrysanthemum and a little ghost think they can hurt my son?" A massive Clear Sky Avatar suddenly appeared in the sky—a hundred-zhang-tall figure wielding an enormous Clear Sky Hammer. Red light filled the heavens as the figure swung the hammer straight downward. The blow carried an invincible momentum, as if it could shatter mountains. Even though he was outside the attack's range, Xiaofei still felt boundless pressure weighing down on him. Seven beams of light suddenly shot from Spirit Hall toward Tang Hao. A terrifying collision erupted in the sky.

Suddenly, the sky brightened. Tang San and Xiao Wu had already vanished from the crowd. Xiaofei carefully sensed the battle that had just taken place, gritted his teeth, and said, "The Clear Sky Hammer, the greatest weapon-type Martial Soul under heaven. Tang Hao, a rank-95 Titled Douluo." Quite a few people around them had already fainted. Huo Wu and Huo Wushuang stood there in a daze, so Xiaofei quickly roused those nearby. He suddenly looked toward Xue Qinghe, only to find Xue Qinghe watching him with a smile. Xiaofei was instantly horrified and hurried over to Huo Tianchen.

After returning to the hotel, Huo Tianchen, Huo Lie, Huo Wu, Huo Wushuang, and Xiaofei occupied a single room. Three Soul Bones lay on the table. Huo Tianchen said directly, "Xiaofei, you made the greatest contribution in this Spirit Master Tournament. You should take this Skull of Wisdom for Spirit Condensation." Under everyone's gaze, Xiaofei put away the Skull of Wisdom for Spirit Condensation. In truth, he hadn't really wanted this skull because its age was somewhat low, but he suddenly thought of something and accepted it. The Left Leg of Wind Chasing for Rapid Advance went to Huo Wu, while the Right Arm of Flames for Explosive Burning went to Huo Wushuang. Huo Wu was a control-type Soul Master, and with a head Soul Bone and a speed Soul Bone, her combat strength would greatly increase. Both of them suited the Right Arm of Flames for Explosive Burning, but Huo Wushuang's Martial Soul was the Unicorn Blazing Dragon, so the arm bone was more suitable for improving his combat power.

Huo Tianchen continued, "Xiaofei, you can graduate now. What are your plans for the future?" Xiaofei looked at everyone around him, thought for a moment, and said, "Dean, I should be reaching rank 50 soon. After obtaining a Soul Ring, I want to go out and train for a while before returning to the academy."

Huo Tianchen thought for a moment and said, "Absorb the Soul Bones first. We'll discuss everything else after returning to the academy."

Xiaofei pondered for a while, hesitated, and finally said, "Dean, wait. I still have something to give you."

With that, Xiaofei took out several Jade Boxes and said, "These are Immortal Herbs I obtained by chance. They have the effect of strengthening the foundation and nurturing the vitality, and some can even cause Martial Soul Evolution. They're somewhat similar to the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower I ate before."

"Dean, this is the Earth Dragon Golden Gourd. It contains a trace of dragon bloodline and should suit you." He handed the Earth Dragon Golden Gourd to Huo Tianchen.

"Sis Huo Wu, this is the Lovesick Heartbreak Red, the king of flowers. It matches your current temperament quite well." He handed the Lovesick Heartbreak Red to Huo Wu.

"Huo Wushuang, this is the Nine Grade Dragon Zhi. It should suit you." He handed the Nine Grade Dragon Zhi to Huo Wushuang.

"Director Huo Lie, this is the Vajra Arhat Fruit. It should suit your Martial Soul." He handed the Vajra Arhat Fruit to Huo Lie.

Suddenly remembering something, he said to Huo Wu, "The Lovesick Heartbreak Red can only be absorbed after recognizing its master with blood. Try dripping some blood onto it." Xiaofei didn't dare tell Huo Wu the story behind the Lovesick Heartbreak Red.

Huo Wu thought for a moment, glanced at Xiaofei, and spat some blood onto the Lovesick Heartbreak Red. The Lovesick Heartbreak Red flashed brightly, and the Wujue Stone at its base fell away. Huo Wu immediately beamed with delight and said, "I seem to have formed some kind of connection with the Lovesick Heartbreak Red."

Huo Tianchen said, "Xiaofei, don't you have one for yourself? Why don't you eat mine? I'm already old and don't have much room left for improvement."

Xiaofei shook his head and said, "I have an Immortal Herb prepared for myself as well. Dean, you're our pillar. Now that many people outside know we possess Soul Bones, only if you become stronger can we remain safe."

Huo Tianchen thought for a moment, then nodded.