Peerless Douluo: Blood of the Black King Nidhogg!

Chapter 123 Mingde Hall Mirror of the Mortal World, First En ...

Deep within the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy, a hall with all its interior decorations in a metal style stands, and above the main entrance of the hall hangs a plaque.

The inscription contains three large characters written in a vigorous and powerful style, with the characters in a dark gold color, giving it a solemn and dignified feel.

—Mingde Hall.

At this moment, sitting on the chair at the head of the left side of the hall was a young man who looked to be no more than twenty years old. He had delicate features, white hair, and blue eyes.

However, the two siblings, Hongchen and his sister, addressed this seemingly young man as their grandfather.

Thus, the identity of the white-haired man becomes obvious.

Jing Hongchen, Dean of the Sun and Moon Royal Soul Master Academy and Head of the Mingde Hall.

After listening to the excited Hongchen siblings recount all the details of the competition, Jing Hongchen's faint smile suddenly froze, and he abruptly stood up and asked incredulously.

"Meng, Xiao, is what you're saying all true? Is it really possible that this Mo Yuan possesses a new knowledge system?"

“Grandpa, why would we lie to you? It wasn’t just us; hundreds of thousands of people saw it back then. I can’t think of any other possibility to explain all of this,” Xiao Hongchen said.

"Yes, Grandpa, besides, even disregarding Mo Yuan's personal strength, those two swords could withstand terrifying speed and cut the Divine Scepter in two. Surely those two swords couldn't both be peak level eight or even level nine soul tools, right? If that's the case, wouldn't that mean Shrek Academy's soul tool technology has made significant progress?"

"Well... that makes sense. Meng, Xiao, you two go back and rest first. I'll think about this matter more carefully," Jing Hongchen said gently.

After the Hongchen siblings left, Jing Hongchen's smile faded and turned into a solemn expression. He was no longer a young man like Ma Rulong; his cunning was beyond measure.

Upon learning the news about Mo Yuan, he was initially pleasantly surprised, but more so worried, since Mo Yuan was still a member of Shrek Academy.

The stronger Mo Yuan becomes, the more surprises he brings, which will only benefit Shrek Academy in the short term, and will be more of a disadvantage for them.

Therefore, Jing Hongchen's first thought was to kill Mo Yuan at all costs, but this impulse was then suppressed by greed.

Just as Ma Rulong and the others said, no one or any force was more delighted by the emergence of the new knowledge system than the Sun Moon Empire, and no one understood better than them what knowledge truly meant.

Therefore, even if winning over Mo Yuan is extremely difficult, we must try as long as there is even the slightest chance. But if it is truly hopeless to win over Mo Yuan...

The stronger the Sun Moon Empire's desire was before, the more intense its killing intent towards Mo Yuan would be!

If they can't get it, then destroying it is their only option!

After calming his turbulent thoughts, Jing Hongchen waved his right hand, instantly aging his once youthful face by decades. After doing this, he left the Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy and headed straight for the majestic palace that symbolized the highest power center of the Sun Moon Empire.

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On the other hand, after the competition ended, the Shrek group arrived in Shrek City around noon the next day, under the protection and assistance of Elder Song.

Outside the East Gate, Yan Shaozhe, Xian Lin'er, and several other deans and even the head of teaching affairs, who had been waiting for a long time, immediately gave a warm round of applause when they saw the group land safely.

The academy already knew the results and process of the competition yesterday. Knowing how difficult the competition was, even Yan Shaozhe, who was narrow-minded and opposed to Mo Yuan, sincerely applauded.

Then, people like Fan Yu and Yan Shaozhe, who had disciples, went to pay attention to their disciples after a brief exchange of pleasantries. Seeing this, Mo Yuan and the others followed Wang Yan and prepared to enter the city first.

But just a few steps into Shrek City, a familiar face called out to Mo Yuan. The man was exceptionally beautiful and had a graceful figure, but there was a faint sadness in his eyes.

Senior Sister, Zhang Lexuan.

"You all go back first. I'll come to the celebration banquet later."

After letting Ning Tian, ​​Xu Sanshi, and the others go ahead, Mo Yuan stepped out of the group and came to Zhang Lexuan's side.

Upon seeing Mo Yuan, Zhang Lexuan's slightly furrowed brows relaxed a little, and a faint smile appeared on her face. Then, she slowly bowed to Mo Yuan and said...

"It's been a long time since I've seen Junior Brother Mo Yuan. As your senior sister, I am very grateful to you for saving the lives of our junior brothers and sisters from the hands of evil... evil soul masters, and for helping the academy win the championship once again. If you need anything in the future, just let me know. As long as it is within my power, I will agree."

"It's nothing, just a small favor, no need to go to such lengths." Mo Yuan waved dismissively, then asked,

"I wonder what business Senior Sister has with me?"

"Let's go to the inner courtyard first. You'll find out what it's about later." After saying that, Zhang Lexuan took to the air and headed towards the inner courtyard of Shrek Academy.

Although Zhang Lexuan didn't explain clearly, given the location of the inner courtyard and the current time, Mo Yuan guessed what it was about almost instantly.

It's most likely that Moon wants to see him.

Mo Yuan had no other thoughts about this. Let him see him if he wanted. As long as he hadn't officially left Shrek Academy, it was only a matter of time before Mu En saw him.

Immediately, the wind elements around Mo Yuan began to surge, and he vanished from his spot without a sound. Then, with a few bursts of speed, he caught up with Zhang Lexuan ahead and became her equal.

Smelling the faint fragrance emanating from beside him, Mo Yuan thought for a moment, then turned to Zhang Lexuan and asked.

"Senior Sister, I wonder how Elder Xuan's injuries are now? He should be alright, right?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Lexuan's worry deepened. She sighed and then slowly spoke.

"Not good, Ye... The methods of the Evil Soul Master, the End Douluo, are too bizarre. The flames left in Elder Xuan's body have been burning his life force. It wasn't until the academy paid a huge price to heal Elder Xuan's injuries. However, as a result, Elder Xuan's cultivation level has inevitably declined. Although he is still level ninety-eight, he may never have the chance to advance any further in his life."

"Is that so...? What a pity." Mo Yuan shook his head and sighed. It was unclear whether he was lamenting Xuanzi's situation or that Xuanzi had survived.

After the topic was finished, an eerie silence fell over the air again. Neither of them said anything more. Mo Yuan had sensed Zhang Lexuan's sorrow from the beginning, but he wasn't quite sure what the reason was.

However, Mo Yuan noticed something from the sudden pause Zhang Lexuan made when she mentioned Ye Xuan. He lowered his eyes, revealing a thoughtful expression.

In this silent atmosphere, the two quickly arrived at Poseidon Island and then headed straight into the depths of the island without stopping.

Zhang Lexuan stopped outside the Sea God Pavilion, and Mo Yuan also came back to his senses from his reverie.

"We've arrived. You can go in by yourself, junior."

After saying that, Zhang Lexuan turned and left. Watching her receding figure, Mo Yuan sighed softly.

He guessed that Zhang Lexuan's current situation was most likely related to Ye Xuan.

Mo Yuan was quite helpless about this. He only wanted to deal with Xing Shan Douluo, but Xuan Zi happened to pass by and attacked him without warning.

There was no other way; they had to fight. You have to understand that back then he was appearing as Ye Xuan, a dignified level 98 Super Douluo and a powerful Evil Soul Master. If he ran away without even fighting, what would Ye Xuan be?

Even though it's just a pseudonym, who says pseudonyms don't have dignity?
Turning his gaze away from Zhang Lexuan, Mo Yuan calmed his thoughts. After all, he was about to meet Mu En, the Dragon God Douluo, the strongest human on the continent, and Mu En himself was riddled with countless secrets. Although he wasn't afraid of Mu En, it was better to avoid trouble and remain calm. Pushing open the wooden door, Mo Yuan walked through the corridor and finally entered the Sea God Pavilion's meeting room. The weathered conference table was empty, except for what appeared to be a figure lying on a recliner by the window at the far end.

The bright midday sun shone on that person, yet it could not conceal the unusually strong sense of impending death.

Dragon God Douluo, Mu En… Mo Yuan murmured the name in his heart.

Before he could say anything, Mu En opened his eyes. His cloudy eyes looked at Mo Yuan with a kind expression, and then he waved and said gently.

"Come here, good boy."

Mo Yuan remained extremely calm. He did not feign surprise or show any emotion like "Oh, it was you," because it would be meaningless.

As the saying goes, old people become wiser. A strong person of Mu En's age may have walked more roads than he has eaten salt. No matter how well he acts, if it's not real, there will be flaws.

It would be better to treat each other sincerely.

Seeing that Mo Yuan showed no surprise at seeing him, Mu En's eyes were filled with satisfaction rather than doubt.

Just as Mo Yuan had thought, Mu En had long guessed that Mo Yuan should know him. In this situation, if Mo Yuan pretended, it would be tantamount to saying that he did not trust the academy.

However, if it is treated sincerely, although it cannot show that Mo Yuan has accepted the academy, it is still much better than the other situation.

Mu En pointed to the chair next to him, indicating that Mo Yuan should sit down. But before Mo Yuan could even sit down properly, Mu En's next words stirred up a storm in his already turbulent heart.

“I knew it, child, that you must have known me all along. Maybe it was on the first day of school outside the dormitory, or maybe even earlier. I know even more clearly that your current appearance is the best choice after careful consideration. You even know that I already knew you knew me.”

Am I right?

"Wow, this isn't just old and shrewd, it's mind reading!" Mo Yuan's eyes twitched slightly as he secretly sighed. "It's only because this still falls within the realm of psychology that I'm afraid Mu En will expose all my secrets later."

"Ah, you're right, that's just how I am, I think things through before I act."

"Think thrice before you act? Very good, very good. Simple yet profound, a very good saying." Mu En's eyes showed even stronger admiration and joy as he looked at Mo Yuan.

Then Moon suddenly changed the subject, sighed, and said in a low voice, "Child, I will not let you tell me directly what your unknown identity and secrets are. After all, what I see in you, apart from talent, is at most vigilance."

"No, 'vigilance' might not be the right word. It should be 'loneliness.' No matter where you are, you always seem to be separated from others by a deep chasm. That chasm is so huge and deep that it's as if it separates you from others into two worlds that you can't cross and can't truly communicate with."

"I am very curious about your background. What kind of background makes you have this mentality? After all, even between a soul beast and a soul master, it wouldn't be like this."

"Child, can you tell this old man the answer?"

Mo Yuan fell silent. That was a good question, one that left him with absolutely no answer. How could he possibly reply? Should he tell Mu En that he came from another world? Or that he was mentally ill because he had dragon blood?
Isn't that nonsense? If that's really the case, Moon definitely wouldn't believe the first part, but he would absolutely believe the second part.

Seeing Mo Yuan remain silent, Mu En was not surprised at all; in fact, it would have been surprising if Mo Yuan had answered his question.

Just as Mo Yuan was pondering what Mu En wanted to say to him, he heard Mu En speak again.

"There's no need to answer that question yet. I have another question that I'm very curious about: Is your name Mo Yuan or Chu Zihang?"

boom--

These words were like a thunderclap in Mo Yuan's mind. This sudden revelation made him subconsciously activate his Golden Eyes. He moved away from Mu En in an instant and assumed a guarded stance.

Looking at Mo Yuan, whose eyes were solemn and who was poised to strike, Mu En's face showed obvious astonishment.

"Kid, are you really Chu Zihang?"

"what?!"

Mo Yuan was dumbfounded. No, what do you mean by that? So you didn't even know if I was Chu Zihang just now?

After a brief mental lapse, Mo Yuan finally came to his senses.

Moon is trying to blow him up!
Mo Yuan wasn't too surprised that Chu Zihang's disguise had suddenly been exposed. After all, Chu Zihang wasn't like Ye Xuan; he was just too similar to him. Anyone familiar with him would have discovered it with further investigation.

But as long as Ye Xuan's disguise isn't exposed in the short term, there shouldn't be a big problem.

Similarly, Mu En also came to a clear understanding of the situation. He shook his head helplessly and waved to Mo Yuan, "Child, don't be afraid, I won't lay a hand on you."

Seeing that Mu En had no intention of killing him, Mo Yuan sat back down in his chair with some doubt, but this time he was focused on constructing a teleportation array for the undead demiplane in his mind.

"Sigh, to be honest, I don't really know if you are Chu Zihang. I only came to this guess after reviewing the intelligence sent by the Heavenly Soul Empire a few days ago and the report on the anomaly in the Misty Forest a few months ago."

Mu En said with a faint smile, "Although there are coincidences in the world, there aren't that many. Chu Zihang's martial soul is eyes, and so is yours. He can use dual swords, and so can you. He is an elementalist, and so are you. More importantly, you were also in the Misty Forest on the day of the incident."

"However, there are still too many things that don't match up. For example, Chu Zihang's twin swords are different from yours, he has lightning attributes, and he can possess the strength of a high-level Soul Saint."

"So I thought about it and decided to test you, but I didn't expect that I would actually guess right," Mu En said, both amused and exasperated.

However, Mo Yuan was even more puzzled at this moment. The first few were fine, but the strength of the high-level Soul Saint in the end seemed a bit off.

Did Vina and the people from the Heavenly Soul Empire stage the scene...? Mo Yuan thought for a while and finally came to this conclusion, after all, Mu En had no reason to lie about this.

"So, child, can you explain to this old man how you acquired the lightning attribute and such strength?" Mu En's tone remained very kind, revealing no other emotions whatsoever.

Mo Yuan sighed, pondered for a moment, and then said, "Alright, actually my martial soul has always had a characteristic, which is that under certain circumstances, it can overdraw its own soul power to greatly enhance its strength, and the lightning attribute is the element that I can obtain after my next soul ring."

As the saying goes, the best lies contain no falsehoods. Every word Mo Yuan said was true, and his next soul ring will indeed be the Word of Power of the Sky and Wind King lineage.

For example, if he is a murderer, when others ask him to give a statement, he says that he witnessed the crime scene but did not see the murderer's face.

They were both telling the truth, but their meanings were completely different.

Moon was visibly taken aback upon hearing this, and then he couldn't help but sigh, "I've always thought your talent was unparalleled, but I never imagined I had underestimated you."

"Since you treat me with such sincerity, I will stop beating around the bush."

Mu En looked at Mo Yuan and said in a serious tone, "I don't care how many secrets you have, as long as you don't go astray or join the Sun Moon Empire, I won't interfere. On the contrary, I will strongly support you. After all, every genius is a rare treasure for the continent."

"So, child, can you tell me you can do it?"

(End of this chapter)