Afterward, Zhen Hua checked Xiao Chen's and Gu Yue's bodies. Once he confirmed they were fine, he had them stay at the Blacksmith Association for the night and return to Shrek as soon as possible the next day.
In Zhen Hua's view, after such a major incident, Heaven Dou City was no longer safe. Shrek's Inner Court was safer than Heaven Dou City, at least.
Thus, after spending a night at the association, Xiao Chen and Gu Yue said goodbye to Zhen Hua the next day.
Before they parted, Zhen Hua repeatedly cautioned them, his tone utterly solemn.
"Once you get back, focus on cultivating. The Holy Spirit Cult has been making frequent moves lately, and the outside world is full of turmoil. Keep a low profile as much as possible, and don't stir up trouble for no reason."
"Thank you for your concern, Teacher."
The two stayed no longer, turning and walking out of the Blacksmith Association.
Once outside the association, Xiao Chen took his mecha out of his storage soul device. As it appeared, its cold metal shell gleamed icily in the morning glow, its streamlined frame brimming with a sense of technology and power.
After the two entered the cockpit, the hatch closed and the engine roared. Powerful thrust instantly lifted the enormous frame, carrying it slowly into the air before it broke through the clouds above Heaven Dou City and sped toward Shrek Academy.
High above, the sea of clouds churned and the wind howled, while mountains, rivers, towns, and villages raced backward below.
Before long, the majestic, imposing Shrek City appeared at the edge of their vision.
Once he spotted the villa, Xiao Chen guided the mecha into a gradual deceleration and a steady descent, finally landing in the courtyard.
After landing, the hatch opened,