Reborn as Huo Yuhao, but also in Battle Through the Heavens

Chapter 205 Reunion with Senior Zhukun

The sun had set, and the room had become dim.

Huo Yuhao rubbed his fingertips together on the edge of the table, pondering deeply:

My teacher warned me that if this method were implemented, it would inevitably affect the interests of many alchemists. But in order to enhance the academy's appeal, this was the only option.

Immediately afterwards, Huo Yuhao proposed the next plan.

He intended to leverage the academy's advantages in spirit arrays, spirit artifacts, and lowering the barriers to alchemy to attract some truly powerful forces on the continent to form an alliance with the academy.

During his trip to Zhongzhou, Huo Yuhao set his sights on the eight ancient clans that stood at the top of the Dou Qi Continent.

"Besides the Soul Clan," Huo Yuhao tapped his fingers on the table repeatedly, "my goal is to try to make contact with other ancient races."

Huo Yuhao plans to invite the other seven clans to send members to Canaan Academy to serve as honorary elders.

Based on his existing connections with the ancient clans, and the relationship between Dean Mang Tianchi and the Lei clan, he had gained some confidence that he could make this happen.

"This move will cause the academy to lose its autonomy to some extent," Huo Yuhao said frankly.

"But in return, we will have maximum security. At the very least, we can prevent the academy from being easily destroyed by some powerful figure who may appear out of nowhere someday in the future."

Su Qian took up her pen and recorded Huo Yuhao's ideas one by one on the scroll.

He watched the scroll gradually fill up with writing, rubbing the pen tip against the last plan, his brows unconsciously furrowing slightly.

"The previous plans, such as expanding the city, trading minerals, and selling local specialties, should have no major problems being approved at the council of elders."

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Su Qian's voice carried obvious hesitation: "But this last item, inviting ancient races to reside here as offerings—"

He paused, looked up at Huo Yuhao, and said hesitantly, "This matter is too complicated, and the outcome is really hard to predict."

"Elder Huo, since you are going to Zhongzhou this time, should we postpone this matter until the elders have discussed and come up with a more prudent plan before proceeding?"

"Okay." Huo Yuhao nodded in agreement, but the hesitation in his eyes was quite obvious.

Clearly, he was not satisfied with this method either.

"If other ways to ensure the safety of the college can be found, I do not want to implement this passive strategy."

The two discussed some details of the plan for about the time it takes for an incense stick to burn before Huo Yuhao got up to say goodbye.

After he left, Su Qiancai suddenly slapped his forehead, looking annoyed.

"Oh dear! We were so focused on business that we forgot to ask Elder Huo about that so-called contract between him and Zi Yan!"

Huo Yuhao did not leave immediately, but instead found Venerable Tianhuo strolling leisurely within the academy.

"Senior Tianhuo, how has your strength recovered recently?" Huo Yuhao asked directly.

Venerable Tianhuo stroked his beard and smiled, his tone carrying a mixture of satisfaction and regret: "Thanks to your level seven spirit gathering array, I have now stabilized at the peak of the one-star Dou Zun, approaching the level of two stars."

"But—this body's life force is draining away too quickly, and it won't be able to recover to its peak condition back then." He clicked his tongue and tapped his arm with his fingertips.

"There is something I would like to trouble you with, senior." Huo Yuhao's expression turned serious. "During my trip to Zhongzhou, I would like to ask you to go to the Jia Ma Empire and oversee the Mittel Auction House to protect my family and friends."

Upon hearing this, Venerable Heavenly Fire's expression also turned serious: "Have you gotten yourself into some troublesome situation?"

"Two Dou Zun from the Soul Palace were killed in the Jia Ma Empire," Huo Yuhao said in a deep voice. "They will never let this go and will likely send people to retaliate."

Upon hearing this, Venerable Tianhuo scratched his head, a hint of embarrassment on his face.

"Brother Huo, it's not that I'm refusing. It's just that with my current strength as a one-star Dou Zun, if the Soul Palace really sends a powerful expert, I'm afraid I won't be able to withstand it."

"The senior only needs to do their best to hold on for a period of time when an accident occurs."

Huo Yuhao explained, "The powerful members of the ancient clans will rush to provide support immediately."

Venerable Heavenly Fire was even more puzzled: "Since there are powerful figures from the ancient clans backing us up, why is it still necessary for this old man to go?"

Huo Yuhao rubbed his temples, his tone revealing a hint of unspoken helplessness and worry: "I'm not entirely at ease. Last time Xun'er..."

Even after sending away the sub-flame of the Golden Emperor's Burning Heaven Flame, her father finally arrived, but only after the seal within her body had been completely broken.

"It took a full minute! In that minute, so many things could have changed."

He looked at Venerable Tianhuo with a solemn expression: "If there is any further accident this time, I am worried that by the time the ancient clan's reinforcements arrive, they may only be able to collect the bodies."

Venerable Tianhuo suddenly realized, and the slight embarrassment on his face instantly disappeared, replaced by a surge of heroic spirit.

"I see! Don't worry, Brother Huo, since this matter is of great importance, I will do everything in my power to protect your family and friends!"

After finishing their business, Venerable Tianhuo suddenly moved closer, a gossipy, sly smile spreading across his old face.

"By the way, Brother Huo, speaking of which—is there something between you and the Grand Elder's precious granddaughter—?"

After successfully delivering Venerable Tianhuo to the Damitr Auction House and giving him repeated instructions,

Huo Yuhao returned to Canaan Academy once again.

This time, he did not stay in the academy, but went straight to the ancient emperor's cave beneath that magma world.

The ancient emperor's cave now seemed much more spacious than before.

All the ornaments that Zhu Kun had brought out had disappeared, leaving only a few large moonstones hanging on the doorposts, emitting a soft and cool glow.

In the center of the cave, the enormous true body of the Ancient Void Dragon lay coiled with its eyes closed, its regular breathing causing the surrounding energy tides, clearly indicating that it was asleep.

"Senior Zhukun!" Huo Yuhao's voice rang out in the empty cave.

Almost the instant the sound fell, the enormous dragon's body flashed with light and quickly shrank into human form.

Zhu Kun opened his eyes and saw Huo Yuhao. His face immediately showed concern.

"Are you alright? Your sudden departure a few days ago really startled me and Ziyan."

"Thank you for your concern, senior. I'm fine, but I have some urgent matters to attend to at home," Huo Yuhao replied.

Seeing Zhu Kun's gentle and approachable demeanor, Huo Yuhao couldn't help but ask, "I wonder how your relationship with Zi Yan is going these days, Senior?"

Upon mentioning his daughter, Zhu Kun's face immediately lit up with a broad smile, his joy and excitement barely concealed: "Haha! Excellent, excellent! It's all thanks to you, kid. We've cleared up all our misunderstandings!"

Upon hearing this, Huo Yuhao smiled sincerely: "Congratulations, senior, you've finally achieved your wish."

Zhu Kun waved his hand, laughing even more heartily: "Hey! Stop calling me 'senior,' it's too formal! From now on, just call me 'uncle'!"

Huo Yuhao readily complied, smiling as he changed his address: "Okay, Uncle Zhukun."

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