Douluo: Dragon King Huo Yuhao Lives Ten Thousand Years Later

Chapter 208 The Conflict Between the Old and New Holy Spirit Cults (4,000 words)
Watching Ning Fengzhi get up and leave, Zhenhua looked at Xiong Jun beside him and asked, "Lord Xiong Jun, how much of what you believe?"

Xiong Jun looked at Huo Yuhao and said, "I believe him about 80%. At least his experience with the Qilin Douluo is mostly correct. My disciple's father is named Tang Ziran. Although he is a mecha designer from the Federation, he is indeed from Xingluo."

He had heard Wu Lin say that his parents had been targeted by evil soul masters, and now that he knew about the relationship between Tang Ziran and Qilin Douluo, Xiong Jun couldn't help but have some guesses in his mind.

Perhaps the reason why Tang Ziran and his wife were targeted by evil spirit masters was... the Dark Qilin.

Zhenhua frowned subconsciously. "So, Ning Fengzhi came specifically for you and me?"

“That’s possible.” Xiong Jun stood up. “But we can’t ignore Xingluo’s intelligence. Your Majesty Zhenhua, what do you plan to do?”

"According to Xingluo's plan, the participants will stay in Xingluo for about a year. Na'er, Yuhao, and Tang Wulin are all from your Spirit Pagoda. Although the culprit who attacked me is related to Xingluo, finding the culprit is not as important as the safety of our juniors."

Zhenhua shook his head. "Moreover, with my strength, if I go to Xingluo, I might become a weakness that you need to protect. So whether or not to participate is up to your Spirit Pagoda."

"I need to think about it and talk to the other tower owners... but I'll most likely participate."

Xiong Jun glanced at Gu Yuena and Huo Yuhao.

In any case, these two will definitely be heading to the Star Luo Continent, so going along with Ning Fengzhi's plan is the best option. The key issue is Wu Lin's situation... which is a bit troublesome.

We need to talk to Mr. and Mrs. Tang Ziran.

After learning the information from Ning Fengzhi, Xiong Jun and Zhenhua got busy.

Huo Yuhao and Gu Yuena left the office without disturbing them, and then received an unexpected invitation.

"Are you two free right now? The governor of Tiandou City is hosting a banquet for us members of the delegation, and Miss Dai Yun'er would like to invite you both to join us."

Lin Yuhan stood at the corner of the corridor, holding two gold-embossed invitations in her hands, a polite smile on her face but feeling somewhat awkward inside.

In terms of status, these two were no less than Miss Dai Yun'er, so her formality was perfectly justified. However, having just challenged the Blacksmith Association, the thought of presenting an invitation now made her feel ashamed.

If she had known it would turn out this way, she shouldn't have told Miss Dai Yun'er that Huo Yuhao was here.

Gu Yuena frowned upon hearing this.

Dai Yun'er? The Xingluo Dai family? When did she get involved with Yuhao?
Huo Yuhao glanced at Lin Yuhan indifferently and shook his head slightly, "Sorry, we're not interested."

Without pausing, he walked directly out of the Blacksmiths' Association.

Because of a debt of gratitude, Huo Yuhao did not kill Dai Luoli. Instead, he used the Spirit Pagoda to make things easier for him. However, the grudges from ten thousand years ago had long since vanished with the dust, and the current Xingluo Dai family had nothing to do with him.

Lin Yuhan raised an eyebrow upon hearing this, thought for a moment, and then said in a low voice:
"Huo Yuhao's martial soul is the same as Miss Dai Yun'er's, with the same blue eyes and the same proficiency in mental power. Although Miss Dai Yun'er is a bit weaker than you, she is currently only at the fourth ring cultivation level, and her mental power is already close to the Spirit Abyss Realm, which is why she is interested in you."

Determining whether a martial soul is the same is not difficult at all, given the current research on martial souls in the soul master world. Almost every faction has compiled a list of martial souls that have appeared on the continent. This is why the concept of a unique martial soul exists.

The so-called uniqueness refers to a martial soul that has only appeared once in the history of soul masters. Lan Muzi, the senior disciple of the inner court of Shrek Academy, possesses such a martial soul.

Of course, Lin Yuhan was unaware of this. However, she knew that the first master of the Spirit Pagoda possessed a unique martial soul, and no similar martial soul had ever appeared to this day.

The Spirit Eye Martial Soul is not unique. Huo Yuhao and Dai Yun'er have so many similar characteristics, so it is not difficult to determine whether they are the same Martial Soul.

When Huo Yuhao was at the fourth ring, he was at the Spirit Abyss Realm, while Miss Dai Yun'er was at the peak of the Spirit Sea Realm, close to the Spirit Abyss Realm.

Because of the Soul Skill "Mental Detection," Miss Dai Yun'er is currently a Level 6 Craftsman, and Huo Yuhao is currently a Level 7 dual-class Craftsman, so he probably also has a similar Soul Skill called "Mental Detection."

Although it might be impolite to think that way, in Lin Yuhan's eyes, Dai Yun'er was like a weaker version of Huo Yuhao. The resemblance was so extreme... it couldn't be described as a coincidence.

"Huo Yuhao, aren't you curious...?"

Lin Yuhan's words came to an abrupt halt, as if an invisible hand had gripped her throat. Huo Yuhao turned around, his icy blue eyes radiating a suffocating pressure.

"I told you, I'm not interested."

Lin Yuhan forced a smile, but couldn't hide the shock in her eyes. She hurriedly bowed and took her leave, "Okay, I understand. I'm sorry to have bothered you."

Only after her figure disappeared at the end of the corridor did the golden light in Huo Yuhao's eyes gradually fade.

Seeing this, Gu Yuena whispered, "Yuhao, do you hate the Dai family?"

"The grudges are settled, there's nothing more to say. I can't even talk about liking or disliking anyone."

"That's it..."

Seeing Huo Yuhao's calm expression, Gu Yuena felt a little relieved. "That Dai Yun'er has the same martial soul as you, Yuhao, what are your thoughts?"

According to Lin Yuhan, in terms of achievements in various aspects, Dai Yun'er is like Yuhao's alter ego.

Despite being close in age to them and not being a Soul Master who had restarted their cultivation, their spiritual power was already approaching the Spirit Abyss Realm… This clearly demonstrates that the Spirit Eye is indeed a top-tier spiritual attribute martial soul. The improvement it provides to spiritual power is simply terrifying.

“Her martial soul and mine are fundamentally different now.” Huo Yuhao shook his head. “Of course, I prefer my current Spirit Eye martial soul.”

There are two theories about the origin of the Spirit Eye Martial Soul in the original work.

In the early stages, the original owner always claimed that the Spirit Eye was a product of a mutated Martial Soul, but later it was said to be inherited from his mother. However, the examples of the second awakening of the Martial Soul and Dai Yun'er basically refuted the latter claim.

The full name of the White Tiger Martial Soul is Evil-Eyed White Tiger, characterized by its double pupils. After its original form's Martial Soul underwent its second awakening, it acquired the Evil-Eyed feature of the White Tiger Martial Soul. Furthermore, Dai Yun'er possesses twin Martial Souls—Spirit Eye and Netherworld Cat. Clearly, the Spirit Eye Martial Soul and the White Tiger Martial Soul are inextricably linked.

Perhaps this is one of the reasons why he did not focus on cultivating the Spirit Eye Martial Soul ten thousand years ago, but instead underwent a second awakening, and why he chose to integrate the Undead Martial Soul into the Spirit Eye Martial Soul during his second awakening ten thousand years later.

He could accept having the blood of the White Tiger Duke's Mansion, but the double pupils... he instinctively resisted them.

"Alright, what kind of martial soul Dai Yun'er has is irrelevant."

Huo Yuhao looked in the direction of Tianhai City, "I'll be going on a long journey soon, and I don't know when I'll be back. I should go and say hello to everyone."

The Star Luo Continent and the Douluo Continent are extremely far apart, and it would take about half a year to travel back and forth. How long it would take to explore Dragon Valley is also an unknown.

This trip means I won't be back anytime soon.

"...What did you say? They refused?"

Dai Yun'er stood in the room arranged for them by the governor of Tiandou City, holding a soul-guided communicator in her hand, her brows furrowed. She had assumed that, given her status as a member of the delegation and her own identity, inviting Huo Yuhao and Gu Yuena to the banquet would be no problem. However, the message coming from the other end of the communicator surprised her.

"Miss Dai Yun'er, Mr. Huo Yuhao has made it clear that he has no interest in the banquet, and his attitude is very firm." Lin Yuhan's voice came through the communicator, tinged with a hint of helplessness and embarrassment.

Dai Yun'er remained silent for a moment, her mind racing. She knew that Huo Yuhao and Gu Yuena were no ordinary people, especially Huo Yuhao, who was the next successor to the Spirit Pagoda Master. If he really didn't want to come, there was nothing she could do.

She pouted, "Then forget it, you guys come back. We can talk about it another time."

To Dai Yun'er's surprise, she didn't have the chance to see Huo Yuhao until the time came to return to the Star Luo Continent.

……

As the Star Luo delegation traveled around, the leaders of the four major forces, with the Spirit Pagoda at the head, and the Speaker of the Federation all learned of Ning Fengzhi's plan and took countermeasures accordingly.

Among them, Shrek Academy, which has always had dealings with Xingluo, is the most supportive of this plan.

If this exchange and cooperation can completely dispel the tense atmosphere between the two continents and allow the dawn of peace to truly shine in every corner of the Douluo Continent, that would be the situation Shrek Academy most hopes to see.

Therefore, they quickly arranged the participants and team leaders for the exchange activities through a series of "competitions" such as the promotion tournament.

The atmosphere inside the Sea God Pavilion was solemn and dignified.

Yun Ming's gaze fell on the Amorous Douluo Zang Xin, and he said in a deep voice, "Amorous, you will be in charge of leading this exchange activity. The Holy Spirit Cult has been lying dormant for ten thousand years, and the power it has secretly accumulated should not be underestimated. You must act with caution."

Zang Xin nodded slightly, a sharp glint in his eyes: "Rest assured, Pavilion Master, I will ensure that this trip goes perfectly."

Yun Ming pondered for a moment, then said, "Based on my understanding of Qian Gu Dongfeng and the others, once they know that Shrek Academy will be led by you, they probably won't send any Limit Douluo-level experts to participate—at least not openly. After all, too many top-tier combatants entering Star Luo would easily alert them. Therefore, you are likely to become the only Limit Douluo openly, bearing considerable pressure."

Zang Xin smiled calmly, his tone steady:

"No problem, we'll meet force with force and water with water. As long as the Holy Spirit Cult dares to show its face, I'll make sure they never return."

Meanwhile, at the headquarters of the Spirit Pagoda.

At the top of the towering Spirit Pagoda, outside the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, the sea of ​​clouds surged, while inside, a somber atmosphere prevailed.

Qian Gu Dongfeng stood with his hands behind his back, his deep gaze fixed on the enormous soul-guiding screen before him. The screen was divided into dozens of smaller sub-screens, each displaying the figure of a high-ranking member of the Spirit Pagoda.

"The Federation has approved this exchange program, and Shrek Academy has already begun preparations. The Sun Moon Royal Soul Master Academy has also contacted me, intending to have its Spirit Pagoda students participate. I think it's acceptable. What are your opinions?"

The Dark Qilin of the Holy Spirit Cult is related to Xiong Junta Master's disciple and the divine craftsman Zhenhua. Their Spirit Transmission Tower is aware of the relevant information and has to take action both morally and logically. However, they have options regarding who will participate and how they will participate.

In the ensuing silence, Di Tian spoke first.

"Okay, that's in line with the Spirit Pagoda's usual practices, but who do you plan to send to lead the team?"

"I plan to send Zhao Chuanling as an envoy."

Di Tian and Qian Gu Dong Feng exchanged a glance and nodded slightly.

Since Di Tian agreed, no one else would have any objections.

However, some people felt uneasy about the reason for this exchange activity.

Leng Yaozhu frowned. "Aren't you all worried that this might be a conspiracy by the Star Luo Continent? According to the Star Luo delegation, when our personnel arrive in Star Luo, they will be there just in time for the All-Continent Soul Master Academy Tournament. Add to that the Holy Spirit Cult, don't you think it's very similar to something that happened ten thousand years ago?"

Unlike their Douluo Continent, the Star Luo Continent still has a tradition from ten thousand years ago, regularly holding a continent-wide Soul Master Tournament. This is mainly related to the strength of the younger generation on both sides.

After all, in their Federation, if a Soul Master Academy Tournament for those under twenty years old were to be held, and freaks like Sky Douluo and Soul Suppressing Douluo participated, could the others withstand it? Would there be any point in fighting then?
Xingluo, on the other hand, did not have such concerns, so it has continued to uphold tradition.

But it was this tradition, coupled with the Holy Spirit Church, that made Leng Yaozhu somewhat uneasy.

"You know, there's nothing new in this world, just one cycle after another. The possibility of cooperation between Xingluo and the Holy Spirit Cult is not out of the question."

"You mean the story of how the Sun Moon Empire, in alliance with the Holy Spirit Cult, eliminated geniuses and strong individuals from the Douluo Three Kingdoms during the Soul Master Competition ten thousand years ago? Now that you mention it, it does feel a bit familiar."

The one who spoke was a red-haired man.

It is none other than the Crimson King, one of the Ten Ferocious Beasts, the guardian of the Auspicious Beast Lady, and the beast that has never been seen in battle!

This ferocious beast, whose form at this stage was unclear—whether it had become a spirit or had perished—appeared "alive" at the Spirit Pagoda's high-level meeting. Its fingertips lightly tapped the table, a flash of blood-red light appearing in its eyes:
"But Your Majesty, do not forget the most crucial point—times have changed."

“Unlike ten thousand years ago, the Star Luo Federation is not the Sun Moon Empire. The Holy Spirit Cult of today is no longer the invincible force that once possessed two ultimate powers; it is merely a bunch of rats in the gutter. And our Spirit Pagoda is far beyond what the forces that were wiped out back then can be compared to!”

"If they dare to make a move, then let them taste the consequences!"

The air in the conference hall suddenly froze, but no one refuted the Red King's words.

As he said, the Spirit Pagoda is incomparable to the original Douluo Three Kingdoms.

"I'm just worried about the safety of the younger generation."

Leng Yaozhu frowned and looked at Qian Gu Dongfeng, "Let my sister go too. The Execution Department has the most experience in dealing with evil spirit masters."

After a moment's thought, Qian Gu Dong Feng nodded slightly, "Alright."

On the Federation's side, the Dark Division will definitely send people to Xingluo in secret, most likely the same acting minister. With three experts in dealing with evil spirit masters present, it is indeed reassuring.

But when Huo Yuhao learned of this news, he felt somewhat inexplicable.

Dark Blood Demon, Dark Bell, Dark Phoenix VS Holy Spirit Cult?
Is this a conflict between the old and new Holy Spirit Churches?

Or is it this formula—

The plan to eradicate the Holy Spirit Cult was devised by the Four Heavenly Kings of the Holy Spirit Cult!
(End of this chapter)