Douluo: Dream Overlord

Time is passionately battling against time.

Six years have passed in the blink of an eye.

Time has transformed him from a child into a handsome and reserved young man.

The only regret is that although he inherited his parents' good looks, he also inherited their somewhat cold and gloomy temperament.

Facing the upcoming graduation, Shi Guang was not flustered, because he was already a Great Soul Master.

Over the years, with his extra training, he attended classes during the day and trained at night.

Not only has my knowledge expanded a lot, but my physical strength has also improved.

In his previous life, he possessed all the qualities of morality, intelligence, physical fitness, aesthetics, and labor.

As usual, when I returned from get out of class at noon, I greeted Grandpa Locke, who was lying on a chair sunbathing, at the dormitory entrance before entering the building.

"This child has grown so much without me even realizing it!"

Grandpa Locke remarked, "Time flies! He's grown into a young man in the blink of an eye."

"I'm back!"

Shi Guang hung his coat on the hanger and glanced at his mother serving rice.

He noticed that although his mother's face hadn't changed much, she had developed some crow's feet around her eyes.

Ultimately, he was a Soul King, and even with proper care, he couldn't escape the ravages of time.

With a touch of melancholy, Shi Guang asked, "Mom, where is Father?"

"Oh, he went to attend an academic conference in conjunction with other colleges, so he won't be back for dinner."

Shi's mother said, "He asked me to tell you that he has a gift for you when he comes back."

"A gift?" Shi Guang paused for a moment, then smiled and said, "I'll be waiting to see."

After finishing his meal, he returned to his room and began his daily practice.

until night.

He returned in a suit and tie, took it off and hung it on a hanger, a smile on his face.

Seeing Shi Guang come out of the room, he smiled helplessly and tossed something to him.

Time caught it steadily, opened it, and found it to be a ring-shaped soul tool.

The soul tool is entirely black and white, and when soul power is probed into it, one can sense a space.

"This is a storage soul tool, with ten cubic meters of space inside."

Shi Nian said, "It also has a protective shield effect, which can isolate it from the harm of gases such as poison, bloating, and moisture. However, remember to replenish your soul power after using it."

"This soul tool must be very expensive."

Shi Guang raised an eyebrow. Generally speaking, storage-type soul tools are very expensive, and storage-type soul tools with additional effects are even more difficult to find.

"I don't know, your uncle gave it to you."

Shi Nian took a sip of tea and said, "This is an investment he made for you as the patriarch of the Gemstone Family, after all, you are also a member of their family."

"Got it, it's about winning people's hearts."

Having realized the time was right, he put on his soul tool, went to the bathroom, looked at himself in the mirror, and nodded in satisfaction.

"Excellent! As the saying goes, a fine sword suits a hero! This storage ring is perfect for me!"

Back at the table, Shi Nian suddenly asked, "You've decided to go to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy?"

"That's right! The Spirit Hall is full of talented people, so they probably don't value me that much."

Shi Guang objectively stated, "The structure of the Spirit Hall is similar to that of a family, composed of various powerful individuals leading their bloodline members. They are the vital force of the Spirit Hall."

These people certainly won't sit idly by and watch me monopolize the resources. Moreover, over the years, the Spirit Hall has vigorously cultivated commoner spirit masters and established many commoner cadres.

Some of these resources will be lost again. Even if I go there and they appoint me as the Holy Son of the Spirit Hall, I'm afraid I'll have very few resources at my disposal.

If that's the case, why don't we go to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy?

We are citizens of the Heaven Dou Empire, whose roots are firmly planted in the imperial family. Whether for political purposes or to cultivate young talents, the Heaven Dou royal family will vigorously cultivate commoner soul masters who are loyal to the royal family and the empire.

The resources I enjoy there are absolutely unmatched by the Spirit Hall. So why should I go to the Spirit Hall to suffer?

Listening to Shi Guang's analysis, Shi Nian looked at him with a look of shock.

Listen to this! Such insightful views at such a young age, even more so than his father.

It seems that over the years, this kid has not only cultivated his soul power and honed his physique, but also refined his cunning...

As he pondered this, Shi Nian stared at him with a strange look in his eyes.

"What, did I say something wrong?"

He frowned as he looked at the time.

Actually, he had his own ulterior motives.

The main problem is that Bibi Dong from the Spirit Hall is too terrifying; she's the kind of crazy woman who acts entirely on her whims.

Wouldn't it be better for him to go to the Heaven Dou Royal Academy?

Not only are various resources being put aside due to a lack of Soul Masters, but this also provides an opportunity to plot against Qian Renxue.

Isn't Qian Renxue, who is sweet, soft, and lovesick, better than Bibi Dong, who has mastered the art of being lovesick?

"No, quite the opposite, you're absolutely right." Shi Nian shook his head and said, "But you've overlooked the essence, which is that the Spirit Hall is far stronger than the Heaven Dou Empire."

Over the years, the Spirit Hall has been recruiting talented individuals and inviting heroes from all over the world.

He has taken in several titled Douluo, a considerable number of Soul Douluo, and countless Soul Saints...

Based on its strength on paper, the Heavenly Dou Empire could still put up a fight against the Spirit Hall.

But in a real fight, the Spirit Hall would need the Heaven Dou and Star Luo Empires to join forces to put up a fight, after so many years of appeasement policies.

The Spirit Hall's influence on the continent is outrageous; I even suspect that there are traitors loyal to the Spirit Hall within the Heaven Dou Empire's royal family.

"So, you still want to join the Heaven Dou Royal Academy?"

After listening, Shi Guang calmly said, "What I like most is to face difficulties head-on."

The Spirit Hall has a large and powerful force, so I'll just clean them up little by little in the future.

Ultimately, this world is dominated by spirit beasts and the strong; the commoners and nobles are nothing more than a handful of dust in the changing times.

Only the strong can change all this, and I happen to have that talent!

Hearing his son's ambitious aspirations, Shi Nian was stunned and frightened.

Even with his Soul Emperor's vision and experience, he was stunned by Time's words.

This shows how grand one's ideals are and how resilient one's mindset is.

"Forget it, let's just take it one step at a time."

Shi Nian smiled bitterly. He understood his son's personality; even if the King of Heaven himself came, Shi Nian would steadfastly walk the path he had chosen.

Another month has passed.

The college announced that these kids had graduated, and it was up to them whether they stayed or left.

If they choose to stay, they will need to sign a formal contract and become part of Canghui Academy.

Leaving is easy.

You just need to settle all the tuition, accommodation, and food expenses you've paid over the years; otherwise, you'll have to lose your soul power and leave the academy.

As the dean's nephew and the vice dean's son, Shi Guang was naturally not bound by this rule.

He had already packed his clothes and looked at the dormitory where he had lived for more than ten years, feeling somewhat dazed. Soon, his confusion was replaced by determination.

Shi Nian and her mother had also packed their things.

According to his contract with the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy, he will bring his parents to the school.

The Heavenly Dou Royal Academy is located in the east of Heavenly Dou City, nestled against mountains and beside water, covering a vast area.

The building is magnificent and grand, and it is one of the largest academies in terms of area on the Douluo Continent.

It is located in the southeast corner outside Tiandou City, backed by the majestic Tiandou Mountains and facing the bustling capital.

After a long and tiring journey by carriage, the three arrived at the entrance of the Heavenly Dou Royal Academy.

The three got out of the car and were about to enter the academy when they were stopped by the guards at the gate.