The Effects of Immortal Herbs

Yang Wudi was the first to propose, "I suggest establishing another Martial Hall, mainly responsible for external combat affairs."

Seeing this, Tang Wulin volunteered, "Then let me take charge of managing the Martial Hall."

Huo Yuhao nodded. "All right, then it's settled."

The seven continued discussing the details of several other matters. Finally, Huo Yuhao said to everyone:

"Once Tang San returns, we'll hold another meeting. At that time, he'll determine the Tang Sect's final organizational system."

Everyone nodded in agreement and support, raising no objections.

After the meeting ended, Huo Yuhao said to Lou Gao:

"Wulin and I are going to Shrek Academy first. We'll be back the day after tomorrow. Senior, please continue studying the design blueprints on your own, but remember to rest early and take better care of your health."

Lou Gao patted his chest. "I'm in excellent health. Besides, Si Yu and Si Kai are taking care of me, so you don't need to worry too much."

Huo Yuhao nodded slightly, then turned and left the Tang Sect with Tang Wulin. Before long, the two arrived at Shrek Academy.

Huo Yuhao had Xie Yue and Hu Liena bring the other five to his room. At that moment, nine people stood in the room: Huo Yuhao, Tang Wulin, Xie Yue, Hu Liena, Dai Mubai, Oscar, Ma Hongjun, Ning Rongrong, and Zhu Zhuqing.

Huo Yuhao smiled. "Weren't you all curious before about why I could withstand the pressure of a Soul Douluo? That was because I consumed immortal herbs, which greatly improved my physical strength."

As he spoke, he took five kinds of immortal herbs from his storage ring and handed them respectively to Dai Mubai, Oscar, Ma Hongjun, Ning Rongrong, and Zhu Zhuqing.

Tang Wulin nodded in agreement. "These are the surprises Brother Yuhao mentioned before, the ones he wanted to give you."

"These five immortal herbs can not only greatly increase your Soul Power, but each also has its own special effects."

Huo Yuhao continued patiently explaining to the five of them one by one:

"What I'm giving you, Dai Mubai, is the Singular Velvet Sky Chrysanthemum. It can strengthen your meridians, improve your physique, and help you cultivate an Indestructible Vajra Body."

"What I'm giving you, Ma Hongjun, is the Cockscomb Phoenix Sunflower. It can remove the impurities of the evil fire within your body and allow your martial soul to completely transform into a Fire Phoenix."

"What I'm giving you, Ning Rongrong, is the Aromatic Silk Beauty. It can mutate your martial soul and allow it to evolve beneficially into the Nine Treasure Glazed Pagoda."

"What I'm giving you, Zhu Zhuqing, is the Narcissus Jade Muscle Bone. It can nourish your tendons and bones and strengthen your physique."

"What I'm giving you, Oscar, is the Eight-Petal Immortal Orchid. It has the effect of consolidating one's foundation and replenishing one's vitality."

Shock abruptly appeared on the five faces, and their delight was impossible to conceal.

Hu Liena smiled. "My brother and I ate ours long ago. That's why the two of us possess our current strength."

Xie Yue reminded them, "Hurry up and consume the immortal herbs now, then sit here and meditate to cultivate and absorb their medicinal effects. The four of us will stand guard for the five of you."

Thus, the five consumed the immortal herbs, sat down cross-legged, and began absorbing their medicinal effects.

No one knew how much time passed before Oscar was the first to open his eyes. He said excitedly, "My Soul Power has risen by five levels. I'm level forty-six now."

Ning Rongrong immediately protested, "What's so impressive about five levels? Mine rose by six levels. I've caught up with you now—I'm level forty-six too."

Oscar counted the levels of Ning Rongrong's Glazed Pagoda martial soul, then said in delight, "It's true! Rongrong, your Seven Treasure Glazed Pagoda has become the Nine Treasure Glazed Pagoda."

Ning Rongrong was overwhelmed with excitement. She had the urge to rush over, hug Huo Yuhao, and kiss him. The next moment, she immediately ran toward him.

Seeing this, Huo Yuhao immediately hid behind Tang Wulin and gave a light cough. "Wulin, help block her for me first."

Tang Wulin immediately stepped in front of Huo Yuhao.

Seeing this, Ning Rongrong immediately suppressed her impulse and stopped in time. Embarrassed, she poked her cheek with a fingertip and said sheepishly:

"Sorry, I seem to have gotten a little too excited. Still, thank you very much, Yuhao."

Huo Yuhao smiled. "It's only natural to react like that when you encounter such a wonderful opportunity. I understand. And besides, there's no need to be so polite between friends."

Immediately afterward, Zhu Zhuqing also walked over, a delighted smile on her face. "My Soul Power rose by seven levels. I'm level forty-seven now."

Ning Rongrong nodded in admiration. "As expected, Seventh Sister had the best improvement."

Zhu Zhuqing then walked toward Huo Yuhao. Seeing this, Tang Wulin consciously stepped in front of Huo Yuhao again.

Huo Yuhao raised an eyebrow, secretly holding back his laughter.

Why are you being so proactive this time, Wulin? Just like Xiao Wu was afraid Tang San would get hugged, are you afraid I'll be hugged by someone too?

"Thank you, Yuhao."

Zhu Zhuqing merely gave a slight bow and did not take the initiative to hug Huo Yuhao behind Tang Wulin.

Huo Yuhao nodded in response. "You're welcome."

The next moment, Ma Hongjun and Dai Mubai stood up at the same time and walked over together.

Ma Hongjun pointed his thumb at himself and said proudly, "My Soul Power rose by five levels. I'm level forty-five now. I'm finally a true phoenix."

Dai Mubai continued, "Mine also rose by five levels. I'm at level forty-nine Soul Power now."

Oscar exclaimed in admiration, "Boss Dai, it looks like you'll soon advance to Soul King."

Huo Yuhao shook his head after hearing that and reasoned:

"Based on your current cultivation speed, I think it will take a little over a year to raise your Soul Power by one level. In other words, Mubai will probably only advance to Soul King during the competition."

Tang Wulin reminded them, "There is one more important thing in cultivation: you must keep your feet on the ground. Haste makes waste, and you can't eat hot tofu in a hurry. Take everything slowly and calmly, and let nature take its course."

The seven nodded simultaneously and said in unison, "We understand."

The next moment, Huo Yuhao took two more extremely precious items from his storage ring and handed them respectively to Hu Liena and Xie Yue.

"Since you two are my disciples, I naturally won't treat you unfairly. I obtained these two Soul Bones in Sunset Forest from soul beasts that attacked me first. They are both fifty-thousand-year Soul Bones. Absorb them now."

Hu Liena and Xie Yue looked at Huo Yuhao in astonishment, speaking in unison. "Master, these are too precious."

Huo Yuhao smiled slightly. "They're of no use to me, and these two Soul Bones happen to suit you both quite well."

Tang Wulin added, "The Spirit Condensation Charm Skull of the Malicious Heart Demon Fox and the right leg bone of the Shadowbreaker Demon Wolf are practically tailor-made for you two, so stop refusing."

Hu Liena and Xie Yue immediately gave Huo Yuhao and Tang Wulin deep bows. "Thank you. We definitely won't disappoint your expectations."

Huo Yuhao and Tang Wulin nodded, watching together as Hu Liena and Xie Yue sat down and began absorbing the Soul Bones.

Seeing this, Dai Mubai and the other four consciously left the room, leaving only Huo Yuhao and Tang Wulin silently standing guard over the two who were absorbing the Soul Bones.