Douluo: Dragon King Huo Yuhao Lives Ten Thousand Years Later

Chapter 195 The Grand Ceremony of Spirit Ice Opens (4,000 words)

Huo Yuhao connected the soul communication device, and Lan Fuzi's voice came from the other end.

"Sir, as you requested, I have relayed your message back to the Holy Spirit Cult."

"Have you made your decision?"

"……Yes."

"Mingdu Spirit Pagoda," Lan Fuzi took a deep breath and said with a determined air, "..."

"The Holy Spirit Cult just gave me a mission: within a year, Star Luo will send an exchange team here, and the Federation is also supposed to form an exchange team to visit Star Luo. They want me to find a way to get you involved..."

She had to take the first step eventually. After all, it was just selling information about the Holy Spirit Cult. As long as it didn't involve her mother, Lan Fuzi didn't care.

If I can gain the trust of these two adults in this way, perhaps one day I can ask them to help my mother return to normal...

After a brief conversation, Huo Yuhao hung up the call while deep in thought.

"Are you planning to go to Xingluo?"

Huo Yuhao answered the soul communication device without avoiding the three of them. Xiong Jun also listened to the whole thing and frowned, saying, "That place is not within the territory of the Spirit Pagoda, and we don't know the specific situation inside very well."

"But in any case, Star Luo Continent is a place with even fewer resources than Douluo Continent. What use would you be going there?"

Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao looked at Gu Yuena, pondered for a moment, and said directly, "There should be something left behind by the Dragon God there."

Upon hearing this, Gu Yuena couldn't help but stand up and walk to Huo Yuhao, her purple eyes gleaming with excitement:

"Yuhao, is this true?"

If she can obtain the things left behind by the Dragon God, her chances of recovering to her peak and even going further will greatly increase.

Huo Yuhao said, "You should know more about things than I do. You are on Douluo Star, and the Golden Dragon King's core is also here. Some things will naturally come looking for you... but it may not be a good thing."

Since we've already come this far, let's just be frank and have a proper talk with her.

Upon hearing this, Gu Yuena paused, her expression becoming somewhat complicated.

Seeing that the atmosphere was a bit awkward, Xiong Jun wanted to change the subject, but Xue Di smiled slightly and left first.

Xiong Jun scratched his head, thought for a moment, and then simply went to find his disciple.

The things that followed seemed to be outside his purview.

After the two left, Gu Yuena asked in a low voice, "Yuhao, don't you want me to obtain the Dragon God's inheritance?"

The Dragon God left behind many things, but the only thing that might cause her trouble is the test for the Dragon God's divine position.

Obtaining the supreme artifact left behind by the Dragon God wouldn't be difficult for someone of her status, but the divine trial would inevitably involve tests set by the Dragon God, and she didn't know exactly what kind of tests would be set. However, she was now the only true deity among the dragon race; the Golden Dragon King was merely a remnant soul, and it was her mission to inherit the Dragon God's position.

Huo Yuhao smiled slightly, not wanting the atmosphere to become serious, and said in a relaxed tone:

"I've heard about the power of the Dragon God. If you become the Dragon God, wouldn't you be able to feed me all the way to God King? You can't just live off a woman like that."

Gu Yuena was taken aback, then couldn't help but chuckle, her previously serious expression softening.

"Let's be serious for once."

Before she finished speaking, she sat down next to Huo Yuhao, her long silver hair flowing down to his shoulders like water, carrying a faint fragrance.

"Yuhao, believe me, I can do it. I am half of the Dragon God, so it is only natural for me to inherit the position of the Dragon God."

"I'm sorry, I don't believe it."

Huo Yuhao's straightforward answer made Gu Yuena freeze instantly, and she couldn't help but puff out her cheeks in annoyance:

"why?"

If even a Soul Master like the Sea God could eventually inherit the throne of the God King, why can't I? Even if the Dragon God is stronger than the Asura God, I am still a Level One God!

Yuhao, do you not believe in my power, or do you not believe in my wisdom?

Huo Yuhao turned around, his icy blue eyes staring directly at her. After thinking for a moment, he didn't answer her question directly, but instead asked in return, "You and the Golden Dragon King represent two sides of the Dragon God. The Golden Dragon King is the part that symbolizes madness. Was the Godhood Trial set up when the Dragon God was lucid, or when he was mad? Or rather, was it a mixture of reason and madness?"

Gu Yuena opened her mouth, wanting to say that it was left behind when she was sober, but faced with Huo Yuhao's serious gaze, she ultimately couldn't say it.

She lowered her eyes, her long silver eyelashes trembling slightly: "I'm not sure."

Do you know the specific assessment criteria?

"……do not know."

"Do you know the Dragon God's intention in leaving the position of Dragon God? Did he hope that a dragon would inherit the position as soon as possible and would go easy on him in the assessment, or did he hope that the successor would surpass him in some aspect and increase the difficulty of the assessment?"

Seeing that Gu Yuena was about to answer, Huo Yuhao added, "I once had contact with a deity. The gods in the divine realm felt deeply bored with their lives and had the idea of ​​abandoning their divine positions and running away. They might go easy on us during the assessment. But, the Dragon God couldn't possibly have such thoughts, could he?"

Rong Nianbing wanted to run away, but the Dragon God had already killed him. How could they possibly have the same idea?

Gu Yuena: "..."

Stop talking, okay?

I feel like Yuhao, you're targeting me. Your questions are getting more and more difficult.

Gu Yuena pursed her lips, a hint of helplessness flashing in her purple eyes. "In any case, this is what I have to face. The Dragon Clan needs the Dragon God, and I am the only choice."

Looking at her determined expression, Huo Yuhao suddenly reached out and gently rubbed her head: "That's why I said I don't believe you can pass. If you want me to feel at ease, you should tell me now that you plan to postpone your plan to become the Dragon God, focus on improving your strength, and gradually explore the content of the Dragon God's assessment. Instead of telling me about responsibilities and obligations... If you are 98% sure, I naturally won't say anything."

"Moreover, don't forget that we have an equal contract. If something happens to you, I will also suffer the consequences."

While Gu Yuena remained silent, Huo Yuhao nonchalantly delivered the decisive blow.

Gu Yuena, who was feeling sullen, suddenly frowned, grabbed Huo Yuhao's arm with surprising force, and said, "Yuhao, didn't you say that contract wouldn't affect you? You can cancel it at any time, right?"

Huo Yuhao shrugged and laughed, "I'm not a god, how can you be sure it won't affect me?"

Gu Yuena stared at Huo Yuhao for a moment, then revealed a helpless and defeated expression and released her hand.

"I understand. I will think it over carefully and won't take any risks lightly." She'd even used this kind of "threat." If she continued to insist on her own way, Yuhao would get angry.

Seeing that Gu Yuena had taken his words to heart, Huo Yuhao smiled slightly and said, "Then let's talk about our future trip to Xingluo."

……

The following day, before leaving Tiandou City, Huo Yuhao and Gu Yuena visited Zhenhua at the Blacksmith Association.

Gu Yuena came to visit her teacher who had been struck by lightning as a disciple, while Huo Yuhao came to see Mu Ye and, incidentally, to ask Mr. Zhenhua for his thoughts on being struck by elemental lightning... cough, insights.

After all, the Four Elements Tribulation is also a way of integrating the four elements of earth, wind, water, and fire.

Having been struck by elemental lightning tribulations for so many years, Zhenhua had a profound understanding of them. After consulting with him, Huo Yuhao felt he had benefited greatly.

Zhenhua himself didn't look too happy when he talked about it...

When the two returned to the Heavenly Dou Spirit Tower branch from the Blacksmith Association, the soul-guided aircraft bound for headquarters was already ready.

There were nine people when they came, and nine people when they left, plus... three soul beasts.

One of the spirit beasts was naturally Bear King, and the other two...

"What's happening here?"

Xie Xie stared blankly at the two dark gold dinosaurs reflected in the airport.

Two dark gold Deinonychus were squatting obediently at the edge of the tarmac, their golden fur shimmering in the sunlight, their round eyes curiously observing everyone.

They are not large among the Dark Gold Devilclaw Bears, and are probably around a thousand years old, but their sharp claws and the faintly ferocious aura emanating from their bodies still make them a force to be reckoned with.

“These are my bear cubs and grandchildren. I plan to take them to see the world at this grand ceremony and have them worship the Spirit Ice Douluo together.” Xiong Jun stepped forward, grinning, “Big Bear, Little Bear, say hello to everyone.”

Upon hearing this, the two dark gold dinosaurs immediately stood up on their hind legs, clumsily waved their paws, and let out a low "roar" sound, which actually sounded somewhat like a greeting.

Xie Xie's lips twitched: "Bear Big and Bear Two? Aren't these names... too simple?"

He wanted to say whatever, but considering Xiong Jun's status and strength, he didn't dare to do anything reckless.

Xiong Jun scoffed dismissively, "We soul beasts always name our creatures simply and directly, unlike you humans who insist on using all that fancy language..."

Xiong Jun's gaze suddenly fell on Gu Yuena, and he coughed lightly before stopping.

I almost included the Lord in the conversation.

"Alright, alright, let's not talk about this anymore, let's get on the plane quickly." Xiong Jun waved his hand and took the lead towards the soul-guided aircraft.

Hearing this, everyone followed. Wang Jinxi and Zhang Yangzi whispered to each other, "We've long heard that soul beasts have great respect for Spirit Ice Douluo. Besides the Spirit Ice Ceremony, they also have their own sacrificial ceremonies. Now it seems that's true. Even when the Tower Master Xiong Jun worships Spirit Ice Douluo, he brings his whole family..."

Xiong Jun, who was walking in front, seemed to have heard this and laughed heartily, "You don't understand. My respect for Ling Bing is like a surging river, wave after wave. I could lead people to worship him every day!"

Huo Yuhao: "..."

Haha, you worship every day, huh?
I've got that in mind. You just wait.

……

Mingdu, the headquarters of the Spirit Pagoda.

As noon approached, the entire city seemed to be infused with a vibrant energy. The streets surrounding the Spirit Tower Plaza had already been meticulously decorated, with colorful ribbons and soul-guided light curtains weaving together to create a magnificent spectacle. Under the joint arrangement of the Federation and the Spirit Tower, this towering structure and its surrounding area had transformed into the central stage of the celebration.

The residents of Mingdu flocked to the streets early in the morning. Among them were ordinary people who had lived there for generations, and soul masters who had come from afar.

Although the Spirit Ice Ceremony was originally established by the Spirit Pagoda to commemorate its first master, over the long course of time, this grand event has long transcended its simple commemorative significance. Those Soul Masters who once benefited from the Spirit Pagoda's support also came to the event with grateful hearts.

Among the people gathered in front of the Spirit Pagoda Square were even people Xie Xie and the others knew from the East China Sea, such as senior "Blue Silver King", brothers Guanglong and Guangbiao, Luoyang Road, and so on.

Many spirits that had formed contracts with other spirit master families have also temporarily returned to the Spirit Pagoda today.

They either transformed into streaks of light, weaving through the crowds, or drifted in gracefully in their spirit form. From above, the entire city seemed to flow like a galaxy of soul power—the crowds on the streets and the flying spirits hovering in the sky complemented each other, the metallic luster of the flying soul tools and the primal energy of the soul beasts shimmering in the sunlight.

The spire of the Spirit Pagoda casts a solemn shadow under the midday sun, while the various spirit beasts and spirits hovering above it add a lively rhythm to the scene.

"Every time the Spirit Ice Ceremony is held, I can feel the powerful influence and profound foundation of the Spirit Transmission Tower."

Wang Hongchen stepped out of the Soul Guided Flying Vehicle, looked around at the bustling scene, and sighed.

Yi Hongchen followed him out of the flying car and, upon hearing this, laughed, "What, are you wary?"

"How could that be? That's ancient history!"

Wang Hongchen rolled his eyes. "I still remember the joke that happened thousands of years ago—various forces were worried that the Spirit Pagoda would become the next Spirit Hall, so they sent people to investigate the Spirit Pagoda's secrets, only to find out that it was a plan to help ordinary soul masters."

"The Spirit Pagoda uses an open strategy. By now, they are an inseparable part of the Federation. Otherwise, the Federation wouldn't have gone to such lengths to provide convenience during the Spirit Ice Ceremony."

Yi Hongchen smiled slightly, about to say something more, but suddenly saw a figure in her line of sight and couldn't help but stop what she was doing.

The commotion at the Spirit Pagoda headquarters plaza gradually subsided. All eyes were now fixed on the high platform erected in the center.

As the current master of the Spirit Pagoda, Qian Gu Dong Feng naturally had to give an opening speech for this celebration. Dressed in a white robe, he slowly walked up to the high platform in the square, each step seemingly resonating with the soul power of heaven and earth, causing the surrounding space to tremble slightly.

"Distinguished guests," Qian Gu Dongfeng's voice resounded throughout the entire plaza through his soul power, "today we gather here to commemorate the creator of the Spirit Pagoda—Lingbing Douluo."

"Ten thousand years ago, the ancestor Lingbing created the Soul Spirit system, which resolved the blood feud between humans and Soul Beasts that had lasted for ten thousand years."

His gaze swept across the crowd below the stage, lingering a moment longer on the spirits standing shoulder to shoulder with humanity. "The peaceful and prosperous world we see now is a testament to his life's work..."

The opening remarks by the author, "The Eternal East Wind," were brief, lasting only about ten minutes. They first recounted the history of the Spirit Pagoda and its first master, then its current grandeur, and finally offered a vision for the future.

"...Now, as we stand here, we are witnessing not only the inheritance of history, but also the continuation of the future."

His voice paused slightly, then he said loudly:
"Now, I declare—the Spirit Ice Ceremony officially begins!"

As soon as the words fell, the entire Spirit Pagoda suddenly burst forth with dazzling light, swirling and dancing in the sky. Brilliant bands of soul power intertwined into a net, and soul-guided fireworks around the square rose into the air, exploding in brilliant colors. Cheers swept across the entire area like a tidal wave.

(End of this chapter)